Voice

John Knox

Village

Vol. 39 Number 97 September July 2015

The Sky is the Limit for John Knox Village Residents to Fully Enjoy Life.

Inside This Issue VOLUME 39



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17 Years of Dedicated Service

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Community Reflections and Reactions



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Lifestyle Allows Freedom to Travel



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Pompano Beach - History of Progress



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Sample-McDougald House



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What to do When It’s Ho-Ho-Ho Hot?



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Executive Chef Brings Experience to the Tables



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Long-Time Educator Continues Teaching



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Silver Angel Keeps Building on His Faith



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Summerfest with the Symphony Hits Right Notes Meet and Welcome What Do You Do? Donations Some Exciting Changes at John Knox Village “IT” is Special at John Knox Village







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News From Administration News From Marketing Senate News The JKV Foundation FLiCRA Flash Fitness Update: Variety is Key for Exercise Nutrition Notes: At Hurricane Season’s Midpoint Are You Still Prepared? The Village Welcomes Organizations

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Entertainment Highlights Activities Gardens West Health Center Recreation Therapy JKV Home Health Agency Events

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10 Lifestyle Allows Freedom to Travel

11 Pompano Beach History of Progress

On the Cover

Residents Margo Lewis and Boots Maurer are ready for a flight onboard the private plane owned by William Gallo, of Gallo Herbert Architects.

The Village Voice is a monthly publication of John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. For over 45 years, John Knox Village has provided Life Care as a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Pompano Beach, Florida. For information about John Knox Village, call the Marketing Department at (954) 783-4040. Editor: Christopher Miller | (954) 784-4726 Fax (954) 784-4769 | [email protected] | Activities Photographers: Norm Rasmussen | Tom Roe | Marty Lee, Word of Mouth Advertising | Rob Seitz Layout/Printing: Eternal Designs (561) 843-1157

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12 What to do When It’s Ho-Ho-Ho Hot? Village Voice September 2015

News from Administration A Mother Leaves Many Beautiful Memories

Gerry Stryker Chief Executive Officer

Your mother - the very one who rocked you in the beginning, needed you most in the end. You were there with your tender heart and steadfast loyalty, doing the right thing exactly the way she would have hoped and exactly the way she taught you. Remember all she gave you. She will be at the heart of your life’s story forever. These words and others from cards and letters expressing residents, staff, Board and greater community condolences on my mom’s passing have truly made a difference for me. Ruth Merkel Stryker passed away

Sunday, July 26, 2015. Mothers are special people. For 82 years, mine has shared her loving support and encouragement. One of mom’s greatest abilities was creating and sustaining a sense of family togetherness. No matter what the conflicts, difficulties or issues were, we needed to stick together! This was evident as we walked in faith as a family to her last breath, celebrated her life in a service of remembrance and over the next few weeks as we grieved. My dad Lew, wife Carol, brother Doug, sisters Luanne and Sandy, their spouses Kevin and Ron, godparents Tom and Carol, and others recently have spent precious moments together. I am remembering the smiles, cherishing the special moments, finding comfort in fond memories that have made us laugh and cry. I am especially proud of my nieces who have witnessed in unique ways a special tribute to grandma by their vigil and presence that will keep her memories with them always. I have found listening to those of you who have experienced the death of a parent

News from Marketing

Christopher Miller Public Relations Manager

It is clearly evident that John Knox Village residents have a passion for giving back/volunteering their time, efforts and even raising funds for worthy causes. Whether the work is within our 70 acres or outside in the surrounding community, our residents find numerous ways to better the lives of others. When I first started at John Knox Village in April of 2011, there were two major celebrations to applaud and recruit new resident volunteers. In the spring, we held Village Voice September 2015

a Volunteer Appreciation Event. It provided our various departments the ability to thank those who make a positive impact at John Knox Village. The secondary event was in the fall and known as Fruits of Our Labor. It showcased the numerous volunteer organizations across our campus and recruited new resident volunteers. It was also combined with the Resident Volunteer Hall of Fame Ceremony (scheduled for November). More information to come in future Village Voices. Over the years, Fruits of Our Labor was dropped. However, there have been residents and departments in need of more help. Take our Marketing Department for example. Each month, we invite residents to learn about our marketing and public relations efforts and discover how they can make an impact by promoting John Knox Village. There are approximately 40 Marketing Ambassadors, who are consistently available to serve as hosts or even speak at our events, entertain prospects during meals, distribute the Village Voice, answer phones in our office

Gerry Stryker with his mother Ruth Merkel Stryker. especially helpful and have appreciated your insights. One of the greatest benefits of our community is not having to experience life’s transitions alone. I am blessed to be a part of the John Knox Village family. “One Community Sharing Life” has a deeper meaning now. I have felt the empathy, compassion, love and appreciation of my extended John Knox Village family. With gratitude for your comforting words and support! –Gerry Stryker

The Need for Volunteers Increases and are photographed/videotaped for print advertising or online promotions. I would include a plea for assembling brochures, but that position is highly protected for our friend, resident William Rupp. In my four-plus years, we have had new Ambassadors add their talents, but it seems the overall number continues to decrease. We have attempted different tactics to involve new residents. The Ambassadors program is promoted at monthly New Resident Orientation sessions. We have also offered some small incentives for current members to bring a friend to our next meeting, which is Monday, September 21, at 9:30 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room. What seemed to work best in the past was having a presence at Fruits of Our Labor. Good news – by popular demand, it is back on September 3, from 2-4 p.m. in the Auditorium. We encourage all residents to come learn about the Ambassadors and various other volunteer organizations at John Knox Village. Those who do attend will be more Continued on page 25 Page 3

Senate News

Harry Wood

President Resident Senate

Hi Neighbors! Do you remember when you were in school there was “required reading” of certain books? Well, I wish we had something like that at John Knox Village: Something that required everyone—residents and employees alike—to read would be “Being Mortal,” by Dr. Atul Gawande.

Now, I am not a great reader and am usually slow to finish a book. Recently, I heard several people recommend this book and managed to take it, with Joyce and me, on vacation. We both read it and had a hard time putting it down. It tells in such a clear way the process of growing old and the care that we all should experience in those waning years. Dr. Bill Thomas, the brains behind The Green House concept and our soonto-be The Woodlands at John Knox Village, is mentioned but the book is not about him. The very first page says a lot. The first line: “I learned about a lot of things in medical school, but mortality wasn’t one of them,” says Dr. Gawande. “The purpose of medical schooling was to teach how to save lives, not how to tend to their demise.” This book is available in our John Knox Village libraries. It may be

checked out by someone else, but keep checking and let me know what your feelings are. On a much lighter note, I recently read an article in our local paper about researchers who have discovered that kissing helps you choose the right mate and helps you live longer. They have found you use 146 muscles when you pucker up and swap 80 million new bacteria when you lock lips. This comes from research conducted at universities in Nevada and Indiana. What I want to know is where the funds come from and who decides what to research? I may want to start one of my own research projects here in John Knox Village. And if it makes you live longer, we will definitely want it in The Woodlands! Until next time, –Harry Wood

The John Knox Village Foundation

Nanette Olson

Foundation Development Director

It is hard to believe that summer is winding down. We have all been watching The Woodlands at John Knox Village rise up out of the ground. Our weather has been superb – allowing for uninterrupted days of construction. So far, so good. Page 4

The Capital Campaign is also winding down, but we are not done, yet. We are trying to make sure everyone who wants to be counted as part of this project has a chance to make a difference. Every gift counts. Please contact the Foundation if we can help you in any way. Over the past few months, we have had some interesting events. We held our annual Legacy Luncheon in June and enjoyed hosting more than 60 residents who have made plans for John Knox Village in their estate plan or through the Charitable Gift Annuity Program. In July, we co-hosted, with PNC Bank,

a presentation on Estate Planning Basics and how to protect your assets. PNC officials are set to come back September 24 for another presentation about wealth preservation. We will keep you posted. Finally, believe it or not, we are already planning for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Events to be held for The Woodlands at John Knox Village sometime in Spring of 2016! This is an exciting time to be at John Knox Village. Thank you for all you do for John Knox Village. –Nanette Olson Village Voice September 2015

17 Years of Dedicated Service

Residents invited to Robert Scharmann’s Retirement Celebration!

All residents are invited to wish Mr. Scharmann a fond farewell on Thursday, September 10 at 2 p.m. in the Village Centre Auditorium. Refreshments will be served. If residents wish to speak during the program, please contact the Marketing Department at (954) 783-4040. For more than 30 years, Mr. Scharmann has been providing quality leadership for Continuing Care Retirement Communities – the past 17 as our Executive Director and since 2010 as both President/CEO and now as President. He likens himself to a maestro conducting the John Knox Village “Orchestra” of 650 caregivers by making sure they hit the right notes every day. “We all have different skills (instruments), but together we create harmonious music that makes John Knox Village a great place for our residents to live. Our team is committed to providing excellent service in a compassionate and caring manner, so our residents may have the highest quality of life.” Mr. Scharmann will be truly missed! Please join in the celebration! Also – attend a Tree Dedication Ceremony for Mr. Scharmann on Tuesday, September 8 at 10:30 a.m. outside of his office between Cassels Tower and the Dining Room.

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Fruits of Our Labor

Entertainment Highlights

We will celebrate Active Aging Week from September 27th to October 3rd. “Live Your Adventure” is our theme. We wish to encourage you to explore life’s possibilities in a safe, friendly and fun atmosphere. Organized by the International Council on Active Aging, the week-long celebration promotes the vision of all individuals— fully engaging in life within the Seven Dimensions of Wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Intellectual/Cognitive, Physical, Professional/Vocational, Social and Spiritual. John Knox Village is a community rich in resources that support active aging. We hope that by increasing awareness, we will motivate you to try new activities and become engaged in a healthier, active lifestyle while you “Live Your Adventure.”

Our Special Events this Month Fruits of Our Labor

is on Thursday, the 3rd in the Auditorium from 2-4 p.m. This tremendous John Knox Village-wide event enables various volunteer organizations the opportunity to inform residents what they do and recruit them to join. Come and visit all of the booths, get your “voucher” stamped and be eligible to win an Apple iPad mini and numerous other prizes.

Tree Dedication Ceremony for

Bob Scharmann will be on Tuesday, the 8th at 10:30 a.m. outside of his office between Cassels Tower and the Dining Room.

Enrichment Seminar is on

Wednesday, the 9th at 11 a.m. in the Auditorium. Come enjoy this informative seminar entitled “Norman Rockwell.” Presented by Doris Krueger, this seminar is FREE of charge.

Bob Scharmann’s Retirement Celebration is on Thursday, September 10th at 2 p.m. in the Auditorium. Join us to celebrate 17 years of Page 6

dedicated service to John Knox Village. See page 5 for more details.

Nova Southeastern University Lifelong Learning Institute Lecture is on Friday,

is at 11 a.m. Due to a generous resident donation, Music Education classes are FREE of charge

the 11th at 10 a.m. in the Auditorium - “Harry Houdini.” This has been rescheduled from August. Come enjoy this lively discussion regarding his sensational stunt escape acts led by Stephen Singer, J.D. This lecture costs $5 per person. Call now at (954) 7834039 to reserve your spot.

Birthday Party is on Monday, the 21st at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium with Peter Salzer as he performs “George Burns Tribute.” Over 10 years ago, he played the part of George Burns’ character in a musical around the country. Come and celebrate resident birthdays for the month of September. Stay for cupcakes. Celebrate with your fellow residents immediately after the show!

Koffee Klatch is on Saturday, the

Dinner Outing this month is

12th with Eddie Michael. Come enjoy this musical tribute to the music of Elvis, Roy Orbison, Neil Diamond and their contemporaries. Donuts are served at 9 a.m. and the performance begins at 9:30 a.m.

12-Week DVD Series on Brain Fitness: “Stress and Your Body: A Research – Based Path to Well-Being.”

Attend just one, some or all. Stress and Your Body will take place every Monday through November 16 at 10 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room. Discover how stress is negatively affecting your health and learn new strategies to minimize its impact. No reservations necessary.

Evening at the Beach is on

Tuesday, the 15th. Travel to the Atlantic Boulevard beachfront. Enjoy sitting at the “Great Lawn” area. Walk the pier or grab a snack. The pick-up time starts at 6:30 p.m. The first shuttle returning to John Knox Village will leave the beach area at 8 p.m. The last shuttle will return to the campus at 9 p.m.

Music Education is on Friday, the 18th in the Auditorium with the topic of Violin Virtuoso. Refreshments will be served at 10:45 a.m., and the program

to Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, the 22nd leaving at 4:15 p.m. The cost is $42. Call (954) 783-4039 for reservations.

Active Aging Week (September 7 - October 3) Events – Live Your Adventure! Spectacular Saturday Concert with Mei Mei Luo is on Saturday, the 26th

at 7 p.m. Mei Mei returns to the John Knox Village with her amazing violin playing which is something you don’t want to miss. Wine and Cheese will be served at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. This Socially Active Adventure will be a night to remember. Everyone is welcome. Please join us in the Auditorium for our

Active Aging Fitness Mania

on Wednesday, the 30th, from 9 a.m. to noon, where we will be playing a variety of games, along with a meet and greet refreshment break. Then, we will showcase a sampler of fun ways to exercise from 1-2:30 p.m. Bring a friend, and have some fun. Everyone can participate in this Physically Active Adventure. Village Voice September 2015

At the Movies and Support Groups Join us for an Environmental

Active Aging Adventure onboard a Yacht Cruise on

Thursday, October 1st with pick up at 11:30 a.m. This two-hour narrated Intracoastal cruise will provide you a unique view of South Florida, as you learn about the history in the area and its wildlife. This is an indoor or outdoor boating adventure with air-conditioning and bathrooms on board. This adventure is one you don’t want to miss. The cost is $20 and includes the boat fare and transportation to Delray Beach. Call (954) 783-4039 for reservations.

Active Aging Movie Adventure “The Wildest Dream” is on

Friday, October 2nd at 1 p.m. in the Auditorium. This historical documentary uses astonishing visuals to tell the intersecting stories of George Mallory, the first man to attempt the summit of Mount Everest, and Conrad Anker, the mountaineer who finds Mallory’s frozen remains 75 years later. Come learn and enjoy this Intellectually Active Adventure. (Documentary – 1 hour, 34 minutes – Rated PG)

At the Movies The Daytime Classic movie

“The Greatest Show On Earth” will be shown

on Friday, September 4th at 1 p.m. in the Auditorium. Cecil B. DeMille directs this Oscar winner for Best Picture. It is a splashy, three-ring epic about Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Charlton Heston stars as the respected circus manager who keeps the show together. (1955 – Drama – 2 hour, 32 minutes) Our Concert DVD this month will be “Michael Buble Meets

Madison Square Garden” Village Voice September 2015

which will be shown on Friday, the 11th at 1 p.m. in the Auditorium. In this December 2008 concert at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, Grammywinning singing sensation Michael Buble displays the humor, charisma and vocal chops that have earned him legions of fans. (2008 – Musical – 1 hour, 8 minutes – Not Rated) On Friday, the 11th at 7 p.m., we will show

“Love is Strange”

in the Auditorium with an Encore showing on Wednesday, the 16th at 10:30 a.m., in the Hibiscus Room. After 28 years together, Ben (John Lithgow and George (Alfred Molina) finally get married. The union raises controversy at the school where George works and he’s fired. Unable to afford their New York City apartment, the couple is forced to live apart while they look for more affordable quarters. (2014 – Drama – 1 hour, 35 minutes – Rated R for language) Our Daytime Documentary will be

poised to join the order when she learns she has a surviving aunt. But visiting the woman before taking her vows uncovers some inconvenient truths about her heritage. (2014 – Foreign Drama, Polish – 1 hour, 22 minutes – Rated PG-13) On Friday, the 25th we will show “The

Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” at

7 p.m. in the Auditorium with an Encore showing on Wednesday, the 30th at 1 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room. In a sequel to the Golden Globenominated film, “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” owner Sonny is overwhelmed with the task of finding a second property to accommodate the influx of new residents, while his upcoming wedding plans may be too much for the hotel’s staff to handle. It is starring Richard Gere, Judith Dench, Maggie Smith, David Strathairn and Bill Nighy. (2015 – Comedy – 2 hours, 2 minutes – Rated PG)

“MGM: When the Lion Roars” is on

Friday, the 18th at 1 p.m. in the Auditorium. Patrick Stewart hosts this Emmywinning examination of the creation, rise and decline of legendary Hollywood studio MGM, which at the height of its success, claimed to have “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Stuffed with film clips, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage and lore, the film features appearances by Joan Crawford, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Gene Kelly and many others. (2008 – Musical Documentary – 3 hours – Not Rated) The Foreign Film this month will be “Ida” shown on Thursday, the 24th at 1 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room. Raised in a Catholic orphanage during the Nazi occupation of Poland, Anna (Agata Kulesza) is

Hearing Loss Support Group will meet on Tuesday, the 8th at 2 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room.

Diabetes Support Group will

meet on Thursday, the 10th at 10:30 a.m. in the Professional Center.

Parkinson’s Support Group will meet Tuesday, the 15th at 2 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room.

Grief and Bereavement Support Group will meet on

Thursday, the 24th at 3 p.m. in the Craft Room.

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Play This Month Our Regularly Scheduled Activities this Month

efforts and how residents can become involved. Bring a friend!

The Note-Ables ladies chorus

the 8th and 22nd in the Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Call Mary Hardering (in the directory) for reservations.

rehearsals begin again in September. Practices are on Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in the Craft Room. No auditions are necessary. Just come and have fun. The Note-Ables perform every month at the Health Center and Gardens West, and during the season, off campus for community groups. Come and participate with this special group.

Big Game Night is on Saturday,

the 5th and the 19th both at 6:45 p.m. in the Village Towers Party Room. Come out to play your favorite game!

Library Outing to the Pompano

Military Whist will be on Tuesday,

Book Club will meet on Monday,

the 7th at 10 a.m. in Cassels Tower Party Room.

Bible Study: “Fresh Encounters with the One True Living God” begins

Wednesday, the 16th at 10 a.m. in the Heritage Tower Party Room. The topic will be “Breaking Open the Gospel of Mathew.”

Beach Library is on Tuesday, the 1st leaving John Knox Village at 12:30 p.m. Call Transportation for reservations at (954) 783-4036.

Table Tennis meets on Mondays at

Shopping Outing this month will

Mexican Train Dominoes is every Monday (except Birthday Party nights) in the Auditorium at 6:45 p.m. It is easy to learn and provides great camaraderie!

be to Coral Square Mall on Wednesday, the 9th at 10 a.m. Call Transportation at (954) 783-4036 for reservations. The Marketing Ambassadors meet on Monday, the 21st at 9:30 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room. Come and learn about our marketing and public relations

11 a.m. and Fridays at 3 p.m. Come out and take a “spin” with this fun group of residents.

Flower Arranging Class,

taught by Steven, is on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Craft Room. This

is a great class to learn the basics of flower arranging and have a beautiful arrangement to take home. Please call (954) 783-4039 for reservations.

Watercolor Paint Group

meets every Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the Craft Room. The Centering Prayer Group meets on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the Heritage Tower Party Room. Learn how prayer without words fosters awareness of the loving presence of God.

Bingo will be held every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium except September 2.

Wii Bowling League is every

Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room. This is open to any resident who wants to be on a team. If you just want to play occasionally instead of an every week commitment, come to any of the listed daytime Wii games on the calendar. Check the calendar for many other classes, games and activities that are available to you. I look forward to seeing you at one or more of these events! Cindy Kern

FLiCRA Flash To quote Pat Arends, a resident of Freedom Village and President of the FLiCRA State Board of Directors, “FLiCRA has delivered again for you - more legislative success.” She is referring to the FLiCRA/Leading Age (providers’ association) Continuing Care bill passed in the last legislative session, and which becomes law on October 1. Included in this legislation is additional financial protection for residents, a stronger role for the residents’ council, and access to third-party audits. More detail on the legislation is in your Second Quarter 2015 FLiCRA Resident Connection newsletter. JKV residents have enjoyed many of these protections for years, but now all CCRC residents will benefit. Improvements in the Continuing Care industry reflect favorably on all CCRCs. The FLiCRA Annual Conference will be held Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Edgewater Pointe Estates in Boca Raton. The keynote speaker, Katherine Pearson, is a law professor, and will discuss “CCRC Residents - Driving Business Models for Now and the Page 8

Future.” Unfortunately, this is the first day of our John Knox Village Passport to the Woodlands Bazaar, but please contact me if you are interested in attending. To continue FLiCRA’s efforts to deliver for you, your local Chapter will have a General Meeting on Monday, September 21, on a subject you expressed interest in at the May General Meeting. A representative from Florida SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) will present a program titled “Medicare 101.” This agency was recommended by Joanne Avis, Resident Relations Coordinator, and will provide useful information to consider before the Medicare open enrollment period. As usual, the General Meeting in the Village Centre Auditorium is open to all residents. We serve refreshments and offer 50/50 tickets at 1 p.m. with the program starting at 1:30 p.m. Mark your calendar for September 21 at 1 p.m. and bring a friend! Thank you for your support. —Diane Barton JKV Chapter 26, LS 317 Village Voice September 2015

Community Reflections and Reactions Travel’s Siren Has Tempted Many at John Knox Village Wanderlust proves fascinating, exciting and educational. Driving, sightseeing, cruising, globe-trotting. Whatever you want to call the pioneering spirit that is wanderlust it certainly has held this country’s imagination for hundreds of years and John Knox Village’s residents and employees share in that innate joy of traveling. Travel is our theme in this month’s Village Voice, and while our area is a world-renowned travel DESTINATION, our Community Reflections and Reactions segment asked: “Where are some of the favorite places you have traveled and do you have any future travel plans?” “We took a trip to Acklins Island in the Bahamas where my father is from. The place was so rustic. It only had dirt roads and the town’s grocery store was just a person’s house; so different than here. We are planning on going to Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando in October—that should be great” – Alexis Judon, Housekeeping Supervisor “I had a wonderful trip to Colorado, including visiting a town there called Trinidad that was so picturesque like it had been dropped onto its mountain. We then went to New Mexico. There were some spectacular views and at 5:45 when I have my morning devotion. It was so beautiful to get those mountainous views. Next summer we are going to a cabin in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, with a porch that overlooks a lake. I can’t wait.” – Jeannette Childs, Health Center Social Worker “Lake Como, in Italy, in the summer. The weather was wonderful and the people were great. I love landscaping and all the flowers were in bloom. . .just spectacular. My travel these days is very limited. Wherever Taffy goes, I go (she said, referring to her pet poodle named Salt Water Taffy).” – Joyous Burkart – John Knox Village Resident “The New England area is the spot for me. Rhode Island, Massachusetts and New Hampshire for a chance to get together with family, friends and grand children. When I’m up there the, first place I hit is Caserta’s Pizzeria on Federal Hill in Providence, RI. They’ve been there around 60 years (founded in 1953), and they make pizza the old fashioned way. I always order the large double pepperoni. It’s terrific. My next trip? That will be to the mountains in northern Georgia.” – Ray Aubin, Activities Building Coordinator “I escaped the Soviet-controlled Czechoslovakia in 1948, but had the good fortune one trip to go to Vienna (Austria) to visit an aunt of mine who also was a Czech. We enjoyed many Austrian-Hungarian restaurants during our visit. Their chicken paprika is excellent. These days we try to take two cruises a year, but do not have anything planned yet.” Vera Remsing – John Knox Village Resident “A trip we made to Louisiana. I’m a food-crazy person and everything we ate there was wonderful…especially if okra was in it. I’m known around John Knox Village as the ‘Cat Whisperer,’ and any upcoming vacation I take will be up to the cats I watch.” – Deanie McDermott – John Knox Village Resident Village Voice September 2015

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Lifestyle Allows Freedom to Travel Residents are able to leave John Knox Village without the worry of their home. It is a misconception among some seniors, who believe they would be giving up their independence and freedom if they leave the familiar confines of their home or condo to move into a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Ask residents of John Knox Village, and they will most certainly praise their new-found lifestyle and the many freedoms it affords. Without the concern of home ownership, its costs, maintenance and obligations, many have discovered the opportunity to travel more now than ever before. Margo and Herschell Lewis have been residents of John Knox Village since 2008. The Lewises are world travelers-having been to South Africa, Europe and South America in recent years. They will spend the entire month of September in Provence, France. Before moving to John Knox Village, Margo said they had to prepare their home extensively prior to traveling. “In the condo, I removed all the furniture from outside and moved it inside in case of a storm,” Margo said. “Then in our house, we had to get our daughter, Peggy, to stay in the home when we were gone. It was safer to have someone house-sit. “Now when we travel, it is total independence. There is nothing to keep us from doing what we want to do anytime and anyplace. When we are ready to leave John Knox Village, I fill out a form and leave it at the desk, period. Everything is taken care of at home while we are gone.” It was exactly that peace of mind which provided the right amount of comfort for residents David Jenkins and Franklin Schmidt to take, and thoroughly enjoy, a stress-free 18-day group tour to Scandinavia, including the countries of Norway and Sweden. It was booked through the agency Grand Circle Cruise Line (www.gct.com). Franklin, who travels quite often, enjoyed seeing the Sápmi, otherwise known as the Lapland region that stretches four countries – Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia. The people in this area – Sami or Laplanders – heavily rely on reindeer herding. Their livelihoods depend on coastal fishing, fur trapping and sheep herding. The trip included a small cruise above the Arctic Circle that went through the mountains and fjords of the area. Another of Franklin’s highlights was experiencing the midnight Page 10

sun, a natural phenomenon that occurs in the local summer months in places north of the Arctic Circle. It is when the sun is visible 24 hours a day. These same locations also experience 24 hours of darkness during the winter months. The Village Towers resident said some of his favorite past trips included traveling to the Darien Gap in Panama, an Alaskan

cultural tour and a cruise on the Yangtze River in China. As for future travel plans, he will be attending a performance by the San Francisco Opera company in October. That is one of the great advantages of living at John Knox Village. Residents are free to enjoy life and travel without the worry of taking care of maintenance, security, cleaning and supervision back at home. Continued on page 27

Residents Margo and Herschell Lewis have been all over the world, including visiting the Wolong National Natural Reserve in China, where Margo had an up-close experience with a panda. While in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the couple came across some elephants and tigers.

Resident Franklin Schmidt (pictured) captured some incredible photos from his recent Scandinavian trip, including some of the cruise ship Hurtigruten. He and fellow resident David Jenkins joined others in June on an 18-day trip to Norway and Sweden.

Village Voice September 2015

Pompano Beach – History

of Progress

Railroad and agriculture promote growth in the early years. Take a drive along Federal Highway anywhere in South Florida. You will likely see mile after mile of strip centers, interspersed with the occasional “Mizner” styled residential community and small pockets of older commercial and residential buildings – not much of historical value to be seen. If you are originally from the Northeast or Midwest, you know of many areas in your native state, where homes built in the 1800s are still in use today and revered for their history and architectural style.

Dan is an expert in the history and development of the South Florida area, having served as the Executive Director of the Fort Lauderdale Historical Society from 1979 through 2000, and as Executive Director of the Pompano Beach Historical Society from 2000 through his present directorship of the Sample-McDougald House. He said the oldest structure in Northern Broward County is the Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse which was built in 1907. “The Hillsboro Inlet is one of the oldest named geological features in the area,” Dan said. “In the mid-1700s the inlet was named after Lord Hillsboro who was then the (British) Secretary for the Colonies.” Flagler’s Railroad Opens South Florida to Development With construction of the railroad in the late 1800s and early 1900s came an opportunity for pioneers to settle and develop South Florida. Much of his railroad building efforts were to open Florida to his series of hotels and resorts. Henry’s railroad and hotel development started in St. Augustine, Dan Hobby stands near the entrance and then moved progressively south. stairs to the Sample-McDougald He helped develop Ormond Beach, House. Daytona Beach, Palm Beach, and The 1800s were a far different became known as the “Father of Miami, situation in South Florida. According to Florida.” Dan Hobby, local historian and Executive His network of railroads, known as Director of the Sample-McDougald the Florida East Coast Railway, reached House in Pompano Beach, Broward Key West in 1912. County did not see any significant The railroad subsequently became development until Henry Flagler built a lifeline between the South and the his railroad to Palm Beach in 1894 and North, helping to establish agriculture then south to Miami in 1896. as the early impetus to growth and development. Broward County pioneers soon took advantage of agriculture to grow fruits and vegetables to ship via the rail line back north. The rich fishing just offshore was not overlooked. Dan said that legend traces the naming of the area now located at Atlantic Boulevard and Dixie Highway back to a surveyor named Franklin Farm trucks and passenger cars crowd the “Old Sheen. Pompano” business district. Continued on page 22 Village Voice September 2015

By Marty Lee

Sample-McDougald House

In the late 1990s, a local lady named Margaret White was driving on Dixie Highway in Pompano Beach. Margaret had heard about a historic home that some were trying to save and she wanted to help in some way. Dan Hobby, author of the book Pompano Beach: A History of Pioneers and Progress said that Margaret wrote a letter to the city manager that read in part, “it would be a shame to Dan Hobby’s book demolish the house.” The City Manager at can be purchased at that time asked what can (www.pompanohistory.com). the city do to help? From that point the effort to save the home was on! In 1999, The Sample-McDougald House Preservation Society was formed. Dan was hired to a dual directorship of both the Pompano Beach Historical Society and the SampleMcDougald House Preservation Society. According to the promotional brochure of the Society, “The Historic Sample-McDougald House is one of South Florida’s most distinctive structures. Built in 1916 by Albert Neal Sample, the house was originally located on Dixie Highway, in the midst of Sample’s pineapple fields. “In 1943, the house was purchased by William D. McDougald, a Deerfield Beach farmer and lawman.” The McDougald family lived in the home and preserved its original architectural style for nearly six decades. “Increased urbanization changed the historical character of the site and efforts were made to find a new location for the landmark structure.” The house was donated by the McDougald family to the Sample-McDougald House Continued on page 26

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What to do When It’s Ho-Ho-Ho Hot? Sharing and Caring throws a “Christmas in July” dinner party.

It was hot as blazes outside—typical of an in-the-dead-of-summer’sday in the sub-tropics of South Florida. What to do? How about put together a “Christmas in July” dinner! Some very generous John Knox Village employees—volunteering for our Sharing and Caring Program—did just that at the Broward Partnership for the Homeless. Led by Catering Manager, Susanne Russell, our team of volunteers served some 240 holiday dinners of turkey and ham with all the trimmings, along with scrumptious desserts, while decked out in holiday green aprons with red and white Christmas hats. According to its Website (www.bphi.org), the Broward Partnership has been open since February 1, 1999 and has served more than 21,000 homeless individuals and families “by providing short-term housing,

and it has been held as a model program for its comprehensive array of solution-focused services that aim to reduce and prevent homelessness.” The Christmas in July dinner fits squarely with the Sharing and Caring’s mission statement, which says in part that we are “committed to our partners and greater community.” Sharing and Caring, now in its sixth year, John Knox Village’s outreach program has been in the privileged position to donate more than $900,000 to charities in the local and international communities, with the plight of the homeless and near homeless as a passionate concern of John Knox Village residents and employees alike. For more information about Sharing and Caring, visit our Website (www.JohnKnoxVillage.com). Then click on the “Explore the Website” link at the top. There you will find a “Community Outreach” option.

Executive Chef Brings Experience to the Tables Mark Gullusci joins our Dining Services team.

Many people have had magical moments eating cake. Mark Gullusci’s captivating confectionary circumstance took place as a seventh-grade Home Economics student, when he preheated an oven, whisked together eggs, flour, sugar and gently placed his creation in the oven. “I baked a cake in class and wanted to be a chef since then,” John Knox Village’s new Executive Chef said. “There was something special about creating a dish that not only was tasty, but brought smiles to a person’s face, that appealed to me tremendously.” None of the back-room, kitchen “grunt” work has ever deterred Mark from keeping an eye on his culinary future. “At my first restaurant job I made pizza Page 12

and sauce, but every spare moment I was picking everyone’s minds, always learning how to become better and better,” the Deerfield Beach resident said. “I would do whatever was ever asked of me. Peeling potatoes, cleaning, sweeping, everything. None of that ever bothered me. It still doesn’t, in fact.” That dedication and spirit appealed to his new supervisor—Joe Mallen, Director of Dining Services. “What I was looking for in our new Executive Chef was a passion for food,” Joe said. “I wanted a person who creates dishes that are exciting, delicious, fresh and flavorful that are healthy as well. Mark can do that along with elevating the (Dining Room) staff’s game Continued on page 23

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Long-Time Educator Continues Teaching Eye-catching suncatchers are on display at John Knox Village.

A life-long educator, Milton Graves is currently leading three beginner stained-glass classes in the John Knox Village Stained Glass Studio After spending a professional lifetime as an educator in the northeast, Milton Graves traded in his classroom supplies and administrative day planners for a side room in the John Knox Village Resident Workshop. There, he is substituting chalk, blackboards and bureaucratic paperwork with cutters, running pliers, soldering irons, copper foil tape and sheets of stained glass. Under the Lakeside Villa resident’s guidance, there are now three beginner classes of resident-students foiling, burnishing and clipping the glass of their eye-catching suncatchers within the cozy confines of our Stained Glass Studio. “Growing up I was that kid, the one having an easel in my room,” the upstate-New York native said. “Art has been a passion of mine for as long as I can recall.” Instructing 15 residents (at this time only ladies) on the likes of edgebeading stained-glass panels was an easy transition for Milton who spent nearly three decades teaching young deaf students in Delaware, New York and Pennsylvania—including serving Village Voice September 2015

Heritage Tower resident Grace Lewe proudly displays her seashell stained-glass suncatcher.

as Middle School Director at the prestigious 146-year-old Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Pittsburgh. “Teaching, instructing, educating, whatever you want to call it, it does not leave a person,” he said. “I’m having as much fun as they are in these classes. I developed a booklet to help them and I would like to take them, and others, to the next level by making three-dimensional items, such as plates, lamps and vases that will also enable them to learn how to use my kiln.” Before moving from PA to Oakland Park in 2006, Milton’s work adorned, and was sold, through many galleries in the Keystone State. “Not just galleries, but also street fairs, and not just stained glass. I’ve been blessed to have some proficiency in other (artistic) medias.” Along with his impressive stainedglass work, Milton is presently an active oil and acrylic artist and member of three local art associations—Art Serve, Broward County Art Guild and a Fine Artist Member of the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens. On a recent class visit several ladies were engrossed in their personal pieces

Resident Judy Fritz is engrossed in soldering her stained-glass cross.

with various stages of development— from initial template cutting to soldering to shining up their final suncatchers. Discussion ensued about whether any of their art work was worthy of being exhibited during the 18th Annual John Knox Village Art Gallery. The ladies were apprehensive, but Milton vehemently disagreed announcing that even pieces in their earliest stages would be completed and ready to be shown off during the yearly show, which was successfully held in our Health Center’s Coral Cove Dining Room in late August. “Are you kidding me?” he said to his students. “Your pieces are wonderful. You need to let the world see them.” Milton plans on displaying some of his craftwork as well. After all he was that kid with the easel in his room at a young age and his passion has not waned. Residents with an interest in attending either beginner or intermediate stained glass classes should contact Milton directly (his phone number is in the Residents’ Directory). Page 13

Silver Angel Keeps Building on His Faith Retired General Contractor is foundation upon church’s renovation project. Labors of love have been well documented throughout history, especially those with a religious bent to them. Milton Robinson’s Labor of Love story for his church—New Presbyterian Church of Wilton Manors—should rank shoulder-toshoulder with any out there, certainly locally. When construction dried up in his sleepy town outside Indianapolis, Indiana, this Midwestern 30-something looked to brighten his fortunes by moving to Fort Lauderdale in 1960. He formed Milton Robinson, Inc., a general contracting company, that same year and landed a contract to renovate the many Sears Roebuck department stores dotting the state, and in Puerto Rico. “The Sears jobs got me on my way,” the now Boca Raton resident said. “I was able to keep myself and my guys busy. The nature of the [construction] industry as a whole will have its ups and downs and I certainly went through some, but I had a lot of fun along the way.” Some people just seem to have that knack or predisposition for building things, as it was and still is for Milton. So much so that even after hanging up his professional tool belt nearly five decades after hitting the Sunshine State, Milton was never far away from taking on another project. New Presbyterian Church Senior Pastor Rev. James R. Carter acknowledged as much when he submitted Milton’s Silver Angel Awards nomination to John Knox Village, saying: “Milton has lived in South Florida for many years and worked as a contractor until he retired professionally, but in his ‘retirement’ he continues to give back to the community and to the church.” Rev. Carter goes on to note that, “for the past nearly four years he [Milton] has single-handedly overseen the general contracting responsibilities for the remodeling of an older church building that has been gifted to the congregation. “He has spent many hours personally chipping out old floors, tearing out walls and ceilings, designing beautiful new floors, offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms, hallways, a fellowship hall and a gorgeous outside courtyard.” Add to that workload the side note that much of Milton’s efforts came after knee replacement surgery, the result of a construction project (naturally). He was on a roof for this particular job, from which he fell onto a concrete driveway— severely damaging his right knee. In his typical aw-shucks manner, Milton said of his injury, “I busted it up real good.” The accident may have slowed, but did not stop, his work at New Presbyterian where for the project he not only donated his time but also much of the construction costs. This amounts to a sum certainly in the five-figure, if not six-figure, range had the church paid out of pocket for the work. “This has absolutely been a labor of love for me,” the 85-year-old said. “I may be prejudiced, but I think New Presbyterian is the greatest church and the people there at the church are the warmest, kindest and most thoughtful folks Page 14

John Knox Village Silver Angel award recipient Milton Robinson (second from right) was honored with John Knox Village’s Silver Angels Award for his work in renovating an older building at New Presbyterian Church. He is shown with Rev. James Carter, John Knox Village President Robert Scharmann (far left) and CEO Gerry Stryker (far right).

out there.” Because of Milton’s multi-year effort, the renovated church building is used nearly every day for a wide variety of activities, “all possible because of Milton’s love for the Lord and the Church,” said Rev. Carter. “It is such a pleasure to come into the building and have activities in beautiful, modern, updated facilities,” he added. “No matter where in the building one goes, Milton’s heart and soul are there.” Village Voice readers interested in more information on New Presbyterian Church can visit its Website at (www.newpres.org) or call (954) 946-4380. Even though John Knox Village is a non-denominational Continuing Care Retirement Community, we take extreme pride in providing free transportation for our residents who attend 10 area places of worship. In addition, we also have our own services every Sunday—at 10 a.m. in the Health Center and 10:45 a.m. in The Village Centre Chapel. This past June, John Knox Village’s popular Silver Angels Award dinner and ceremony were held. In this, the Eighth Annual celebration, 11 outstanding senior volunteers were nominated by their respective places of worship for efforts above and beyond the call of duty. In the truest sense of the words, these Silver Angels selflessly and tirelessly aid others with their time, talents and efforts. The John Knox Village Silver Angel Awards celebrate these humble heroes who quietly go about their good works in a genuine sense of humanitarian charity. Our community is a richer, better place thanks in great measure to these Silver Angels. Village Voice September 2015

Summerfest with the Symphony Hits Right Notes Packed auditorium raises the roof

Whether serenading the packed Village Centre Auditorium crowd with Mozart’s four-movement composition Eine Kleine Nachtmusik or raising the roof with two of Vivaldi’s L’ Estro Armonico allegros, the 2015 edition of John Knox Village’s Summerfest was a rousing success. Under the ever-sweeping baton of Symphony of the Americas Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, the audience was treated to eight compositions with European and Mexican themes. The musical Saturday afternoon, July 18, featured a return engagement from the Arpeggione Chamber Orchestra of Austria who last treated us during its 2007 residency. The Symphony’s annual appearance as part of Summerfest is Florida’s longest running summer music festival and one of the highest rated cultural projects funded by Florida’s Division of Cultural Affairs Exchange Grant Programs. In its 28th season, The Symphony of the Americas has been designated as a South Florida Major Cultural Institution. Under Conductor Brooks-Bruzzese’s tutelage, our guests—many of whom had never experienced the exhilaration of a live orchestral performance—were taken musically to many corners of the world. After the show, concert-goers were treated to appetizers of beef wellington, crab stuffed mushrooms, chicken tenders, fruit, cheese and wine, but clearly it was the music that hit all the right notes.

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Gardens West Tue. 1 Travelogue.......................................... 2 p.m. Wed. 2 Wednesday Matinee “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” .................... 2 p.m. Thu. 3 Sing-A-Long with Gladys Smith and Bill Davidson ............................... 2 p.m. Fri. 4 Showtime - Eric Werse....................2:30 p.m. Tue. 8 Travelogue.......................................... 2 p.m. Wed. 9 Music at Lunch - Gary Clark ..........12 p.m. Wed. 9 Wednesday Martinee “Charade” .......................................... 2 p.m. Fri. 11 Showtime - Larry Canora.................. 6 p.m. Sun. 13 National Assisted Living Week to Fri. 18 Mon. 14 Sequence............................................. 2 p.m. Fri. 18 Music at Lunch - Gary Clark.............12 p.m. Tue. 22 Residents’ Meeting............................10 a.m. Tue. 22 Happy Hour with the Music of Jerry Head........................... 3 p.m. Wed. 23 Medical Screenings............................. 2 p.m. Thu. 24 Sing-A-Long with Gladys Smith and Bill Davidson ............................... 2 p.m.

Fri. 25 Showtime - James Perkowski ............ 6 p.m. Mon. 28 Lunch Outing Mon. 28 Sequence............................................. 2 p.m. Wed. 30 Entertainer - Manon Robert.............. 3 p.m. Mondays Koffee Klatch....................................10 a.m. Exercise with Cindy...........................11 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays Exercise with Ryan........................ 9:15 a.m. Exercise with Mimi....................... 9:15 a.m. Bingo...............................................6:30 p.m. Thursday Reading “Thursday Flyer” with Bill Davidson........................... 10 a.m. Fridays Exercise with Mimi....................... 9:15 a.m. Saturdays Word Games with Jackie Cork... 1:30 p.m. Movies ............................................. 6 p.m. 9/5 “The King and I” 9/12 “Gone with the Wind” Part 1 9/19 “Gone with the Wind” Part 2 9/26 “The Sound of Music”

Health Center Recreation Therapy Thu. 3 Men’s Group......................................(LR) Thu. 3 Bowling..............................................(CC) Fri. 4 HC Resident Activity Planning Meeting........................... (SDC) Sun. 6 Sunday Social with Paul Harris.........................................(CC) Tue. 8 Tuesday Tunes with Liz Bennett........................................ (VG) Wed. 9 Trip: Restaurant Outing Wed. 9 Lizzie Love the Clown .................... (VG) Thu. 10 The Tropics Birthday Party with James Perkowski.......................(CC) Fri. 11 HC Resident Council Meeting..........(CC) Fri. 11 Patriot Day Poetry with Liz Reynolds.................................... (SDC) Sat. 12 Gospel Music.....................................(CC) Sun. 13 Sunday Social with Diane Sherrow....................................(CC) Mon. 14 Bible Study...................................... (SDC) CC = Coral Cove Page 18

LR = Lily Room

Tue. 15 Village Glen Birthday Party with Cheri Scesney............................ (VG) Wed. 16 Trip: Scenic Outing Thu. 17 Afternoon Music with Ron Dagan.........................................(CC) Fri. 18 Pizza Party....................... (RR, VG, SDC) Sun. 20 Sunday Social with Lou Laino..........(CC) Mon. 21 Baking Group................................... (VG) Tue. 22 Flower Class with Steven Turner................... (SDC, RR, VG) Wed. 23 Trip: Restaurant Outing Wed. 23 Ice Cream Party................ (RR, CC, VG) Thu. 24 Western Day Party with John Daly...................................(CC) Fri. 25 Black Jack....................................... (SDC) Sun 27 Sunday Social with Edie DiCaro.......(CC) Mon. 28 HC Service of Remembrance......... (SDC) Tue. 29 Tuesday Tunes with Jake Luger........................................ (VG)

SDC = Sand Dollar Cove

VG = Village Glen

RR = Rose Room (2nd Floor) Village Voice August 2015

Let’s Meet & Welcome DAVID SOMERS – VT 604 Originally from: Bloomfield, NJ Moved from: Lake Worth, FL Former Occupation: Writer, Educator Hobbies: Reading

David Somers

H. PATRICIA RUSH – CT 511 Originally from: New York, NY Moved from: Pompano Beach, FL Former Occupation: Marketing Air France TANH TA – VT 823 Originally from: Moved from: Former Occupation: Hobbies:

H. Patricia Rush

Saigon, Vietnam Arlington, VA Administrative Assistant Reading and Watching Television

LAM TRAN – VT 823 Originally from: Saigon, Vietnam Moved from: Arlington, VA Former Occupation: IT Computer Senior Analyst Tanh Ta

JACQUELINE EVANS – VT 714 Originally from: Miami, FL Moved from: Fort Lauderdale, FL Former Occupation: Homemaker Hobbies: Reading, Shows, Musicals, Movies, Lunch with Friends

Lam Tran

LORING EVANS – VT 710 Originally from: Atlanta, GA Moved from: Fort Lauderdale, FL Former Occupation: Attorney Hobbies: Photography and Music Jacqueline Evans

Howard “Gil” Gilman

HOWARD “GIL” GILMAN – EL 110 Originally from: Hartford, CT Moved from: Stuart, FL Former Occupation: Federal Government Employee, University Teacher Hobbies: Foreign and Domestic Traveling ELIZABETH COBB – EL 110 Originally from: Louisville, KY Moved from: Palm City, FL Former Occupation: IT Director, Consulting Manager, Comptroller, Systems Engineer Hobbies: Travel, Reading and Cooking

Loring Evans

Elizabeth Cobb

PHYLLIS RHODES - LS 409 Originally from: Upper Tract, WV Moved from: Plantation, FL Former Occupation: English Teacher, High School Guidance Director, College Counselor Hobbies: Gardening and Reading

Phyllis Rhodes Village Voice September 2015

CECILIA LOPES – VT 420 (Photo not published) Originally from: Amityville, NY Moved from: Pompano Beach, FL Former Occupation: Hair Stylist, Caretaker Hobbies: Painting, Playing Cards and Dancing Page 19

John Knox Village of Florida Foundation, Inc. Take Joy in Being Part of the Story.

What Do You Do?

Nanette has a great passion for people and her work at John Knox Village. In addition to helping make a difference in our residents’ lives, both now and in the future, she serves as the Chair of our Sharing and Caring Program (see page 12) and volunteers at John Knox Village events. She is pictured at last year’s Lunch and Lyrics with residents Marilyn and George Meyer.

Having a spouse who is newly retired has brought up some interesting discussions of how to answer the question: What do you do? It’s a typical question when you meet someone for the first time or even when you respond with “I am retired.” And it has caused me to ponder the answer to that question also. What do you do? I am a lawyer. OK, but what do you do? I am the Director of Development for the John Knox Village Foundation. OK, but what do you do? I am a fundraiser. OK, better, but what do you do? I help people support the causes they care about. At John Knox Village, I help people make a difference in their lives here at John Knox Village and the lives of those who will live here in the future. And that really is what I do and why I love what I do every day. Sometimes a resident comes to me with an idea that

Nanette has been highly successful as our Director of Development. Pictured with her is Odalys Rosua, Foundation Assistant.

they think would be good for John Knox Village. However, it takes some money to make that a reality. Can they help get it started? I make sure the idea will fit with the strategic plan (especially if it involves a capital item) or that it furthers the mission of John Knox Village. Recently someone came to me and said, “I have a CD coming due soon. Tell me about the Charitable Gift Annuity Program. How much of a return would I receive if I did a Charitable Gift Annuity with John Knox Village?” At 87, she will receive 8.2 percent. And of that, over half of each distribution is tax exempt. We will talk about what she would like to see that gift do for John Knox Village. She is pleased that her money can benefit John Knox Village and provide her with some additional income for the rest of her life. A couple came to me and, as new residents, they wanted help updating their

estate plan. We talked about the different funds at John Knox Village. I gave them the names of three excellent estate planning attorneys in the Pompano/Lighthouse Point area. In the end, this couple decided to make their gift to John Knox Village Foundation as an unrestricted gift. They believed that leaving the gift unrestricted will allow the Foundation to put that gift to the best use for John Knox Village at that time. Who knows what the future holds? Giving the Foundation the flexibility to support the most pressing needs of John Knox Village would meet their goal of providing a meaningful gift to the new place they call home. So this is what “I do.” It is a wonderful job. Thank you for your support of the Foundation and for sharing your lives and your wishes for John Knox Village with me. Nanette Olson, Director of Development [email protected]

Your tax-deductible donation will help the JKV Foundation carry on its mission of service. Page 20

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FITNESS UPDATE In order to stay motivated for exercise, you must branch out to other avenues of physical activity or get creative with what you currently do. The body, which is designed to move beyond anyone’s imagination, needs to be challenged outside of the norm. For example, walking and adding-oneor two-pound free weights. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), which is the governing body for Exercise Science Research, has guidelines in place for how the general population should exercise based on the FITT principle: • Frequency (3-5 days a week) • Intensity (how hard you are working “light-moderate-hard”) • Time (20-60 minutes) and • Type (mode of exercise.) As long as the guidelines set forth by ACSM are adhered to, “think outside of the box” for exercise tips and ideas that can move you forward in achieving your goals. Tips and Ideas For all walkers, whether it is outdoors or on a treadmill, download your favorite upbeat music on a MP3 player or your Smartphone, put in the ear-buds and walk in style. . .It will take your mind off everything. Know your TARGET HEART RATE ZONE when exercising: 220 minus your age = Maximum heart rate (the highest number of beats someone can achieve—as George Centeio, M.A. described

in “Train Smarter, Not Harder.”) Maximum heart rate multiplied by .50 percent = the low end of target heart rate zone. Maximum heart rate multiplied by .75 percent = the high end of target heart rate zone. (Some blood pressure medication will alter heart rate and make this invalid.) In his fitness guide, Centeio stated that a heart monitor may be worn for measuring heart rate, feedback to eliminate the guesswork, efficiency to avoid over or under training, safety from overheating and proof of progress or lack thereof. The “Polar” heart rate monitor is highly reputable and recommended. If you have ever thought about taking a water aerobics class, just do it! Terri Lees, the author of “Aquatic Fitness Everyone,” lists the following benefits: Reduced stress on the joints; decrease in pain during exercise; increased range of motion; improved cardiovascular fitness-muscular strength and endurance; body temperature regulation; decreased risk of injury and muscle spasms. Be fully aware of your POSTURE at all times while exercising. Hold the rib cage up and pull in the abdominals. Your confidence will soar! If weight loss is your goal, walk five days a week for 30 minutes, while pumping your arms with style. Learn what it means to “Train the Core” by participating in Pilates exercise class on Tuesday and Thursday at 10

NUTRITION NOTES September 1 is this hurricane season’s midpoint and the question remains, are you still prepared? Summer may be almost over, but the South Florida heat and rain remain. Hopefully, the only visitors we will have this season will be from family and friends, not those unwanted 2015 hurricane invaders such as Erika, Fred, Grace, Henri, and Ida. To keep us storm-ready, preparation is the key to avoiding any nutrition surprises! Most of us run to the grocery store as storms get ready to make their appearance. But with a little planning, you can be sure you have what you need, not scrambling last second to get what is left to purchase - avoiding the last item (person) standing. Water…water…everywhere? Water is a staple to have in case of a hurricane. Having an ample supply of clean water is top priority. Generally, most individuals need to consume about two quarts of water per day (eight – 8 ounce cups). We also need Village Voice September 2015

Variety is Key for Exercise

a.m. in the Auditorium. It is a great alternative for exercising the abdominals and deep stretching. For more tips and ideas, the Staff will be presenting Fitness Mania on Wednesday, September 30 in the Auditorium as part of the Active Aging Week celebration that you will not want to miss! From 9 a.m. to noon, we will be demonstrating how to exercise in the form of games that are fun. There will also be an intermission for meet and greet followed with refreshments. In the afternoon from 1 to 2:15 p.m. the staff will be showcasing a Fitness Sampler on how to exercise with creativity. Everyone is welcome so come and bring a friend. See you there. –Jill Porter, B.S., ACSM-HFS Fitness Professional

At Hurricane Season’s Midpoint Are You Still Prepared?

additional water for basic hygiene like brushing teeth and food preparation. The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends at least one gallon per person, per day and store at least a twoweek supply of fresh water for each person. Buying water bottles or storing fresh water in washed plastic or glass containers is also an alternative. Seal the water containers tightly and store in a cool, dark place. Make sure you rotate the bottles every six months and label them so you know when you prepared them. Food is just as important. Of course we need to have it on hand, but does it matter what we choose and consume? Well, it can if our water supply is low. Think about when you eat something really salty (chips, pretzels, packaged foods) – you often get thirsty. Avoiding foods that are high in sodium will help limit thirst and the consumption of additional water, which may be limited. Having low salt or salt-free products on

hand can be helpful. You don’t necessarily need to purchase foods that you normally don’t consume. You probably have many of the items in your pantry already. Having foods that you’re used to can also comfort you and your family and provide a feeling of security. Fill up your pantries with foods that you enjoy, are high in nutritional value, and require little to no refrigeration, preparation or cooking. Calories also are important in situations like this when food is limited. If access to power and cooking is limited, you may need foods with higher calorie levels to keep you satiated. Here are some items to keep on hand: Dry/canned milk 100 percent juice Unsalted nuts Baked chips Fresh fruit/veggies Continued on page 25

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John Knox Home Health Agency Monday, September 14, 2015 (2nd Monday due to Labor Day)

8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Free Screenings & Testing Blood Sugar (Fasting Required) Broward Health North Cholesterol (Fasting Required) Broward Health North Blood Pressure Holy Cross Hospital Balance Aegis Circulation Check John Knox Home Health Bone Density John Knox Home Health Ultrasounds Rembrandt Mobile Diagnostics Broward Health Imperial Point Bonnie Petrie, LCSW, Geriatrics Dentist Dr. Nicole Berger Hearing Angelo Giordanelli Hearing Rick Orlan Hearing Dr. Cynthia & Laine Heise Dermatology Dr. Sari Fien CapTel Mickie Oliva Sam’s Club Norma Scott Broward Outpatient Medical Center Lisette Prieto Massage Bridgett Morph Mobile Help Kurt Steizer Psychotherapist Dr. Jennifer Ackerish (new to the Professional Building) Innovative Health & Wellness Stephen Silverstein Catholic Hospice*** Trustbridge Hospice***

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Diabetic Support Group Meeting 10:30 a.m. in the Human Resources Conference Room of the Professional Building

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

John Knox Home Health Agency, Inc. presents a lecture: “Remaining Cognitively Strong” By Dr. Jennifer Ackerish, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist Specializing in Medical Psychology and the treatment of Depression, Anxiety and Adjustment Disorder Come out and meet the newest member of the John Knox Village Professional Building’s Medical community! 11 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room of the Auditorium

John Knox Home Health Agency, Inc. presents a lecture: “Am I Over Medicated” Do you really know if your medicine is working for you? By Dr. Joseph Arena, MD, Internal Medicine From Broward Health North 11 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room of the Auditorium

Pompano Beach – History

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“Mr. Sheen was surveying the area and was invited to dinner, where he enjoyed a tasty fish named Pompano,” Dan said. “Sheen was so impressed with the fish that he made note on his map, ‘Pompano,’ probably just to remember the name of the fish. The notation stuck and so in 1908 with a population of 500, the community incorporated under the name Pompano.” The area was largely a farming community in the early 1900s, “known for growing winter crops of fruit and vegetables,” Dan said. “The railroad opened the area up and it also enabled those involved in agriculture to ship that produce north.” The City of Pompano grew around what is now considered “Old Pompano,” the district located around Atlantic Boulevard and Dixie Highway. Remnants of the old downtown, with its shops, bank and two hotels are now being renovated. Dixie Highway and the railroad line were the main arteries connecting Pompano with the north. Pioneering Families Lend Their Names to Local Landmarks As you drive through the area, you will Page 22

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notice main roads named McNab, Lyons and Sample. Those were family names of some of the agricultural pioneers in Pompano. (Note: the area is here referred to as Pompano. Further development to the east decades later prompted the City to add the word Beach in 1947.) Dan said that most of the residential construction of the time (early 1900s) was considered “vernacular architecture.” This style of architecture is generally based on local needs, construction materials and reflects local traditions. Basically the homes were small wooden structures designed for function rather than form, ornamentation or embellishment. There was a home, however, built in 1916 that was more extraordinary and has become a symbol of Pompano’s rich history dating back more than a century. The 4,500 square foot home was built by Albert Neal Sample, a Pompano area pioneer who was reputed to own multiple parcels of farm land stretching from Federal Highway all the way west to Powerline Road. Its design is an example of Georgian Revival (colonial revival architecture)

which was popular in the 1890s with its colonnaded porches and symmetrical shape. Originally constructed on Dixie Highway and 31st Street, The Sample-McDougald House, as it is now known, was donated by the McDougald family to the SampleMcDougald House Preservation Society. In 2001, the home was moved to its present location, south of the Pompano Beach Municipal Airport in Centennial Park on NE 10th Street. (More about the SampleMcDougald House in the page 11 story). According to Dan, The SampleMcDougald House is representative of the first period of growth in the Pompano area which began with construction of the railroad in 1896, the subsequent settlement of the area, and establishment of a solid agricultural base that fueled the economy and paved the road for Florida’s land boom of the early 1920s. Follow the history and development of Pompano and Broward County in future monthly issues of the Village Voice. Coming in October - “The Land Boom of the Early 1920s, and the Bust of The Depression.” Village Voice September 2015

Mildred Abbott Jean French

Theodore Friedt John Harper, M.D.

Ruth Horvath Sue Van Slyke

Donations To The Village To John Knox Village

Donations received during the month of July

Employee Scholarship Fund Bahlke, Elizabeth in memory of Harold Berk Cason, Ernest & Maude through the Cason Trust Estate of Mertice Pyle Knowles, Jackie & Lee Mertz, Harriet Unrestricted Fund Loewenthal, Jane

To John Knox Village Foundation Benevolent Endowment Fund Cuddy, Joyce & James Michel, Irene & Fred through the Michel Trust Chapel Endowment Fund Goodell, Georgia & Chick Michel, Irene & Fred through the Michel Trust Milanovich Health Center Garden Fund Milanovich, Rosie & Bob Resident Assistance Fund Cason, Ernest & Maude through the Cason Trust

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The Woodlands Fund Ackerson, Ken Aron, Charlie & Lew Bednarcik, Wendy Berk, Bernadine in memory of Harold Berk Bousfield, Betsy in memory of Ruth Stryker Broaddus, Don Cardinal, Beverly in memory of Ruth Stryker Casselberry, Martha & Hib Conaty, Patricia & James DeJong, Joyce & Donald Eccleston, Jean Evans, Jane & Roy in memory of Sue Van Slyke Fry, Lois in honor of Susanne Russell and in memory of Roland Smith and Sue Van Slyke Gene Kaufman Architect PC Huizenga, Jack Kirschner, Joan & Robert Knowles, Jackie & Lee Lamberton, Chris Loree, Sally & Paul Matthews, Nancy Lee McDermott, Mary Sue Meyer, Marilyn & George in memory of Drs. William Akins and John Harper

Minehan, Polly Murphy, Fran Olson, Nanette & Mark Plantnick, Amy in memory of Ruth Horvath Rayner, Mark Richard, Gloria Scharmann, Robert Stryker, Gerald & Carol Dumond Vaughan, Elaine in memory of Ruth Stryker Wilson, Rosemary & William in memory of John Harper Transportation Fund Helvie, Arlene Mertz, Harriet Sams, Harriett Unrestricted Fund Dalsimer, Diane & John in memory of Sue Van Slyke and Ruth Horvath Jones, Rita & Rodney in memory of Sue Van Slyke and Ruth Horvath McKay, Tom in memory of John Harper Phillips, Shirley in memory of Roland Smith and Helen Mary Paiva

Executive Chef Brings Experience to the Tables

through better techniques and recipes.” With a 900-strong community populace with often discerning tastes, Joe has high expectations for his new guy in Chef’s Whites, including utilizing Mark’s strong project management skills to help roll out the Country Kitchen, and The Woodlands at John Knox Village’s Bistro and the 12 kitchens within our 12 Green House homes, all the while engaging residents on a daily basis by “listening to their comments and concerns, and fixing any problems.” Anything else about Mark that was appealing? “I never hire anyone that I wouldn’t want to have lunch with. I wanted to have lunch with Mark,” Joe said. Village Voice September 2015

Some of the aforementioned experiences Mark literally brings to the John Knox Village table include: •  Graduate of the prestigious Providence, RI culinary arts institution Johnson and Wales University • Kitchen staffer at the Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant, Sanibel Island’s highly acclaimed dining venue located within the prestigious Casa Ybel Resort •  Chef for four years at the Top of the Tower restaurant at the Boca Raton Resort and Club •  Opening Chef for Nick’s of Miami Beach, at the time one of Florida’s largest restaurants • Executive Chef at Nick’s Fishmarket of Hawaii in Boca Raton • Executive Chef of the Cove Restaurant

and Marina in Deerfield Beach “I can already tell I am going to love cooking for the residents,” Mark said. “They are wonderful and so inspiring. Everyone’s got a story and I’m looking forward to hearing them.” When he is not teaching, training and mentoring his Dining Services staff Mark has a thrill-seeker streak in him. “I enjoy anything with two wheels—mountain biking, dirt biking, sport biking,” he said. “I toured the Swiss Alps on a motorcycle two years ago and I want to travel as much of the world on a motorcycle as I can.” John Knox Village will be fine as long as those two wheels safely return Mark to continue expanding on his seventh-grade passions. Page 23

Some Exciting Changes at John Knox Village Three employees receive promotions.

Ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus once opined on one of his many doctrines of life by stating, “Change is the only constant in life.” That was more than 2,000 years ago. Fast forward to modern, exciting times at John Knox Village. Within a short time span two employees received promotions and one of our health care workers returned to the community after a life-changing event allowed her to take on the ultimate caregiver role, that of doting grandmother.

Porche Braxton, who has never worked anywhere except John Knox Village, has been promoted to Dining Room Assistant Manager.

Wesley Letscher is now our Transportation and Security Manager. Hard Work Pays Off Wesley Letscher has been named Manager of Transportation and Security. Porche Braxton is our new Dining Room Assistant Manager and grandma Cathy Hauser returns to replace retired Audrey O’Brien as Gardens West Administrator. Wesley, who has been a John Knox Village employee for nearly four years, now oversees a Security staff of 34 and Transportation team of 25. “It was a nice feeling to know Senior Management, and John Knox Village as a whole, felt that I was the right person to fill the position,” he said. He wants to continue improving upon the professionalism of both departments while making sure the sense of safety within the community never wavers. I Love ‘My’ Residents For Porche, John Knox Village has been her only professional work experience. While attending Blanche Ely High School, the Pompano Beach native had a friend who worked in our Transportation Department and told her about a job opening as a Server in the Dining Room. “I jumped at the chance, and I’ve been here ever since, for 10 years,” the now-Coral Springs resident said. Reporting to Dining Room Manager Catherine Phillips, Porche will oversee nearly 30 staffers and be running what is called in industry vernacular “the front of the house.” “I will be making sure our residents have a wonderful dining experience, make sure the food is right, temperatures are perfect,” she said. Porche has never been afraid to roll up Page 24

her sleeves and help out however she can. “I’ve been a server, behind the line, head line supervisor, dining room supervisor, I’ve done a little bit of everything and I’ve loved it. “I call them ‘my’ residents because I love them like family—I don’t see them like anything else. They are so wonderful.” Porche will be enjoying another promotion of sorts in May of next year when she marries her fiancé Johnny Cherizar. “There certainly are a lot of wonderfully exciting things going on in my life right now,” she gushed.

Cathy Hauser returns to John Knox Village, replacing Audrey O’Brien as Gardens West Administrator. “People who don’t believe in miracles can just look at me” Often when employees return to John Knox Village it is because they discovered that the proverbial grass on the other side was not greener. Well, Cathy’s grass was very green—leaving the community after 3 ½ years of nursing in the Health Center and Gardens West—but it was to become a full-time grandmother in North Carolina to her first grandbaby, Emily Leah. “I was leaving the best job I ever had (here at John Knox Village), but it was to support my son, daughter-in-law and precious Emily. How could that not be a great thing?” This was not the first time in her life Cathy

came to a crossroads that required prayer and life-changing decisions. In fact, in a roundabout way she got the nursing bug when she was 14 years old, was tired of making 50 cents an hour babysitting and began working at a nursing home down her street—for the princely sum of $1.85 an hour. “My girlfriend and I wanted to work in the kitchen and not be with the residents, but the Sisters of Mercy asked if we wanted to give it (nurse’s aide) a try,” she said. “I’ve been a ‘go for it’ kind of girl all my life, and I went for it.” Cathy took the nurse’s aide’s job, worked hard, and studied nursing even harder, practiced her craft at a hospital and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management at now-Post University in her home state of Connecticut. Cathy had a reputation at John Knox Village as the “go to” woman in both the Health Center and Gardens West. “If you need me, call me. I’ll help get whatever it is done.” When she left, Cathy was certainly gone, but not forgotten. Then in July, Audrey announced she was retiring as Gardens West Administrator. “My phone really started ringing then, with calls from Audrey O’Brien and Mark Rayner, (Director of Health Facilities), baiting me with questions to see how I was enjoying things up in North Carolina. I played coy for a bit, but then Mark left a voicemail message and I thought, ‘oh my God, this could really happen.’ And I went for it—this, my dream job. “People who don’t believe in miracles can just look at me.” Now as a Senior Manager, Cathy is learning to deal with the paperwork, phone calls and meetings that accompany her position, but she will rely heavily on the practices she has used over the years in nursing. “I don’t care what job it is, people want to know that someone is listening and someone cares.” That caring, can-do spirit embraced by Wesley, Porche and Cathy helped in no small measure for them being recognized and given their new jobs. “It’s exciting to see John Knox Village continue to develop our employees so they are able to achieve their professional goals, while at the same time lead their teams through significant enhancements within John Knox Village,” said Wendy Bednarcik, Director of Human Resources. “Porche, Cathy and Wesley have each demonstrated their passion for the residents and employees at John Knox Village, as well as their dedication to providing outstanding service to all. Their effective communication and leadership styles will serve their teams and our community well as we continue on our journey.” Village Voice September 2015

News From Marketing Continued

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enlightened on how to become and remain involved at John Knox Village. You will have the chance to win an Apple (get it, fruit?) iPad mini as well as several other prizes. One of my favorite stories is of a resident who moved in a few years ago. She was accustomed to volunteering before making the move. After a month or so, she was afraid of not being able to find ways to contribute at John Knox Village. Now, it seems she doesn’t stop. We applaud Miriam Oswald and the other volunteers who continue to assure our Resident Auxiliary Services Thrift Shop is thriving. Fruits of Our Labor is back to help residents like Miriam again find ways to give back to our active community. Marketing is looking forward to see you at the Ambassadors booth on the 3rd! –Christopher Miller

At Hurricane Season’s Midpoint Are You Still Prepared? Continued from page 21

Dried fruit Read-to-eat cereals Drink mixes Flour/corn tortillas Canned beans Canned vegetables Oatmeal/instant cereal Condiments Bread Rice cakes Applesauce/canned fruit Peanut butter Instant coffee/tea Tuna/canned meat Water (mentioning again) If in an emergency, try to eat as balanced as possible and don’t forget your water. Two last important tools – don’t forget those manual can openers and plastic utensils! Stay safe! –Pamela Ofstein, MS, RD LD/N Clinical Dietician

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Sample-McDougald House Continued from page 11

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Preservation Society and in 2001, the structure was moved to its current location in Centennial Park just south of the Pompano Beach Municipal Airport. “The Preservation Society was founded in 1999: • To relocate the house to a site more appropriate for public display and use. • To preserve the house as a museum and social center for the community. • To interpret the house through restoration, exhibitions, programs and tours. • To promote the house so all can learn about the history of this region. “With the support of individuals, businesses and local governments, the Sample-McDougald House Preservation Society undertook a multi-million dollar restoration and landscaping effort. In 2008, the City of Pompano Beach designated the Sample-McDougald House grounds as Centennial Park, in recognition of the municipality’s 100th anniversary of incorporation.” Dan said that the house is open for public tours, three days a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday). “Other days of the week, we are open for group tours,” he said. “With a group, we can really focus on them and their questions. We also do special events both public and private. “Among the events are the annual Highwaymen art show, Farm Heritage Days with a vintage tractor exhibit, antique car shows and variously themed open houses. “As part of our strategy to preserve the house, we host weddings, birthdays, baby showers, corporate luncheons; those type of activities. We want the house to be enjoyed and experienced by the public and not just preserved as a shrine.” • Third Party Insurance • Computerized Patient Records

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Lifestyle Allows Freedom to Travel Continued from page 10

Plus, John Knox Village features an extensive Travel Program through Isings Travel that removes the worries of reservations and planning all the details. Jeanne Veldman is President of the 50-year old travel agency. She said her company specializes in tours and has the knowledge and experience to plan trips that cater to a senior clientele. Jeanne says an Isings Travel agency trip offers very much of a private tour feel, with a personal guide who joins the travelers. “If you need concierge service there is someone there for you,” she said. “We do anything and everything we can think of to make it more personalized.” Upcoming adventures in the Isings Travel program include: • October 25 - 30: Fall Oktoberfest in Helen, GA and Showtime at Pigeon Forge, TN in the Smoky Mountains. • November 20: Departure on a Thanksgiving Caribbean Cruise. • January 18: Departure to San Francisco, CA and 14-night Hawaii Cruise. For more information about upcoming trips, call Jeanne at Isings Travel (in Boca Raton) at (800) 562-7672, or visit their Website for more information at (www.isingstravel.com). A Two-Hour Local Cruise Adventure As part of Active Aging Week at John Knox Village (September 27-October 3), our Activities Department has scheduled a special sightseeing Yacht Cruise on Thursday, October 1. Join other residents on a two-hour narrated Intracoastal excursion that provides a unique view of South Florida. Located in Delray Beach, the “Lady Atlantic” and “Lady Delray” specialize in private charters at affordable rates. According to Cindy Kern, our Activities Coordinator, John Knox Village was able to get a tremendous rate for our residents. The cost is only $20, which includes the boat fare and transportation to the departure location, Veterans Park in Delray Beach. Participants on the trip will learn about the local history and area wildlife. The yacht offers indoor and outdoor seating with air conditioning and bathrooms on board. For residents to make a reservation, please call (954) 7834039. More information about Delray Yacht Cruises can be found at (www.delrayyachtcruises.com). Village Voice September 2015

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“IT”

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Don’t go hyper over sending a link by e-mail.

Starting with this month’s feature of “IT” (Information Technology) is Special at John Knox Village, we will provide a chance for residents to power up with helpful tips on personal technologies, electronics and computers. Imagine this: You discover an interesting Website, and in a conversation with a friend or family member, they say they would like to see it as well. This month’s Tech Tip will help you respond when they ask, “Why don’t you just e-mail me that link?” A “link” is shortened for “hyperlink,” which are those blue, underlined words that take you to another Webpage when you click on them such as (www.johnknoxvillage.com) for our Website. To e-mail our Website to, say, your niece in Schenectady (New York), you could copy and paste the above Web address or type it anywhere in the body of your e-mail and send it to her. Another way is to get the address directly from the desired Web address. You will find addresses in the “address bar” of Internet Explorer. See the screenshot to the right.

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To get John Knox Village’s address into an e-mail just copy and paste it. “RIGHT” click your mouse on the address you want to copy and select “COPY” from the menu that appears. Open up a new e-mail, type your message and then paste the Web address wherever you want by “RIGHT” clicking the mouse, then choosing “PASTE.”

When you paste the address, your cursor will appear at the end of the Web address, then either press the Space Bar or press Enter and the address will automatically turn blue and underlined. Click send and “Voila” you have just e-mailed your first hyperlink! Look for more fun tips in the months to come.

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Thursday, September 3, 2015 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Auditorium This tremendous and interesting John Knox Villagewide event enables various volunteer organizations the opportunity to inform residents what they do and recruit them to join. Come and visit all of the booths, enjoy some tasty fruitrelated treats and get your “voucher” stamped to be eligible to win an Apple iPad mini and many other prizes.

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