“The mission of Advent Christian Village, Inc. is to express Christ’s love by providing compassionate care
and quality comprehensive services for senior adults, families with special needs, and children, in a secure,
supportive residential setting and in the surrounding communities.”
September 24, 2015
ADMINISTRATOR ON CALL: John Nicely, 658-3333
HOST & HOSTESS: Chet Carlson, 658-1061 & Dorothy Marvick, 658-2327
 CALENDAR OF THE WEEK 
Thursday
9/24
9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon OIL PAINTING - WHS
10:00 a.m. ARTIST WORKSHOP – CHRISS BLDG.
10:00 a.m.-12:00 NOON - TROUBLE HEARING ON THE TELEPHONE? – MSO
Friday
9/25
9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR
9:30 a.m. FIRST FEDERAL BANKING CLASS - DR
10:15 a.m. HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL - OPR
2:00 p.m. SIT ‘N STITCH – CH
Saturday
9/26
2:00 p.m. MOVIE MATINEE, “THE MARK 2: REDEMPTION” - OPR
Sunday
9/27
9:45 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE - VC
11:00 a.m. C.E. CLASSES FOR ALL AGES
3:00 p.m. VILLAGE PLAYERS DRAMA REHEARSAL - DR
6:00 p.m. EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE - SMR/DR
Monday
9/28
9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR
10:00 a.m. PRINCIPLES OF CHRISTIAN LIVING – BURT LEBO –
CHILDREN’S SUITE
10:00 A.M.-5:00 p.m. SEPTEMBER BLOOD DRIVE – CMC PARKING LOT
3:00-5:00 p.m. CERAMICS – CERAMICS SHOP
6:00-8:00 p.m. CERAMICS – CERAMICS SHOP
Tuesday
9/29
10:00 a.m. - noon THREE RIVERS LEGAL SERVICES – MSO
6:30 p.m. GAME NIGHT – OPR
Wednesday
9/30
8:45 a.m. BUS TRIP – LIVE OAK SHOPPING TRIP – CH
9:00 a.m. BUS TRIP – LIVE OAK SHOPPING TRIP - DH
9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR
1:00 p.m. BRIDGE CLUB – OPR
6:00 p.m. PRAYER MEETING - OPR
6:30 p.m. CHANCEL CHOIR - VC
Thursday
10/01 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. FLORIDA LICENSING ON WHEELS – LODGE PARKING LOT
9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon OIL PAINTING – WHS
10:00 a.m. HAVEN HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - DR
10:00 a.m. ARTIST WORKSHOP – CHRISS BLDG.
2:00-4:00 p.m. TWICE NICE FURNITURE & MORE CELEBRATION – TNF&M
Reminder:
Autumn Fest – Second Annual Cruizin on the Suwannee
Saturday, October 3, in the Village Square
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IN MEMORY OF
Gloria Gram, who was a resident of DPN and GSC, died on Mon., Sept. 7. She will be remembered during the
GSC Memorial Service at 10:00 a.m. on Thur., Oct. 8.
Lois Kutz, who was a resident of GSC, died on Thur., Sept. 17. She will be remembered during the GSC
Memorial Service at 10:00 a.m. on Thur., Oct. 8.
Dorothy McCall (spouse of Lloyd), who was a resident of DM and GSC, died on Wed., Sept. 16. Services have
already been held.
NEW MEMBERS
Georgie “Delores” Anderson, from McAlpin, FL, moved to LH 205 on Sept. 16. Her mailing address is P.O.
Box 4672.
Erma Blackburn, from Live Oak, FL, moved to CH 409 on Sept. 22. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4049.
Peggy Duncan, from Blackshear, GA, moved to DH 104 on Sept. 18. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4253.
Martha Gaskins, from Live Oak, FL, moved to GSC on Sept. 16. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4325 and her
telephone number is 658-5550.
Helen Shaw, from Mayo, FL, moved to GSC on Sept. 21. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4325 and her
telephone number is 658-5550.
Judy Smith, from Rock Hill, SC, moved to DH 206 on Sept. 18. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4278.
Stanley “Stan” and Esther Wilson, from Lehigh Acres, FL, moved to LH 208 on Sept. 22. Their mailing address
is P.O. Box 4357.
FLU VACCINE FOR
2015-2016 FLU SEASON
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Across the U.S., approximately 115,000 people are
hospitalized each year as a result of severe illness
from the flu. Influenza is the 9th leading cause of
death in the country. The good news is that there is
something we can all do to keep our families and
our community safer. Children and adults who
receive the INFLUENZA VACCINE each year are
on average 70% less likely to get sick and less
likely to spread illness to older relatives and
neighbors. The flu vaccine is now available at CMC
during the following times:
At any scheduled appointment with Dr. Maria
Gonzalez, Melanie Key, ARNP, and Beth Fulford,
ARNP.
By appointment only:
Tue. from 9:00-11:30 a.m. and 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Wed. from 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Fri. from 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Please call 658-5300 to schedule your
appointment for the flu vaccine and help keep our
community and families healthy this flu season
Thank you, The Copeland Medical Staff
Notes from the
President’s Desk
By Craig Carter
YOU ARE INVITED TO A
SPECIAL CELEBRATION
Thur., Oct. 1, 2:00-4:00 p.m., TNF&M
As you are probably aware, the proceeds from each
of the Village volunteer operated shops support the
ministries of ACV. Through the years, these
moneys have been used to provide much needed
improvements to infrastructure, for renovations or
construction of facilities, for special projects and
equipment and for the benevolent fund. We are so
grateful for each and every person who has been
involved in these endeavors.
It gives me great pleasure to announce that it’s
time to celebrate a milestone in the life of one of
our shops! Ever since Twice Nice Furniture and
More (TNF&M) opened its doors at the new
processing center on C.R. 250, it has been
supporting the benevolent fund and using proceeds
to pay off an “internal mortgage.” I’m happy to
announce that through the many donations given to
ACV to be sold at TNF&M and through the hard
work of its volunteers, the mortgage has been paid
off! The best part is that it will enable more dollars
to be used for the benevolent ministry of ACV.
You are invited to a drop-in celebration at
TNF&M on Thur., Oct. 1 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Please come and help us congratulate the volunteers
on this wonderful achievement. The store will be
open so come, have some refreshments, check out
this great place and who knows, you might just also
find something you can’t live without!
AUTUMN FEST &
SECOND ANNUAL CRUIZIN ON THE
SUWANNEE AUTO & TRUCK SHOW
Sat., Oct. 3, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., VS
Autumn is in the air. Sat., Oct 3, in
the VS, is the place to be. Antique
cars and trucks will be on display.
Vendors ranging from bird houses to
potting benches, and jewelry to antique furniture are
just some of the merchandise you can purchase.
Sweet treats, seafood, fresh vegetables and fruits
will also be available for purchase. Bring a friend!
Susie Hudson
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helps; yours may be the one to make the difference
in the life of a friend or loved one.
All successful Sept. donors get a soft-side lunch
box from LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.
DO YOU HAVE TROUBLE HEARING
ON THE TELEPHONE?
Thur., Sept. 24, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, MSO
The Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc.
program is a statewide non-profit organization that
provides special telephones for hard of hearing,
deaf, deaf/blind, and speech impaired Floridians.
FTRI distributes FREE amplified phones to those
individuals with a landline phone service. We also
have a 5-minute hearing questionnaire for anyone
needing an amplified phone who may not have been
diagnosed with a hearing loss by a doctor, but feels
a need to have an amplified phone to better
communicate with family and friends. The program
is funded through the Telecommunications Access
System Act that was passed by the FL Legislature
in 1991.
If you are interested in receiving an amplified
phone, please schedule an appointment with either
Courtney Crocker or Peter Morales by calling 352378-7474. Courtney will be at ACV, Member
Services, on Thur., Sept. 24, to meet with those in
need.
THREE RIVERS LEGAL SERVICES
Tue., Sept. 29, 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon,
Member Services Conference Room
Donna Mac Rae, Managing Attorney of Three
Rivers Legal Services, will be at ACV on Thur.
morning, Sept. 29, to meet with ACV members who
would like to have Three Rivers Legal Services
assist them with legal issues or prepare legal
documents. There is no fee for this service as they
receive grants from the State of FL, Dept. of Elder
Affairs to assist with meeting legal needs.
If you would like to have a Living Will,
Advanced Directive, or Durable Power of Attorney
prepared, call Social Services (658-5150) to set up
an appointment time on Sept. 29.
STATE OF FLORIDA
FLORIDA LICENSING ON WHEELS
FIRST FEDERAL BANKING CLASS
Fri., Sept. 25, 9:30 a.m., DR
Please join Pam Cochran, of First Federal Bank, for
a presentation about credit. She will discuss credit
scores, disputing errors, rebuilding credit, and much
more. Her class begins at 9:30 a.m., in the DR, on
Fri., Sept. 25. As always, there is no cost for the
class.
Thur., Oct. 1, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.,
Lodge Parking Lot
The FL Department of Motor Vehicles FLOW
vehicle is coming to Dowling Park. FLOW stands
for FL Licensing on Wheels. You can stop by
Member Services to get a copy of information that
will describe the services that can be performed at
the FLOW vehicle, and learn about the information
you will need to bring to get your license. Photo
IDs can be obtained there as well. For more
information you can go to gathergoget.com on the
internet. FLOW mobile offices bring the following
services directly to the customer:
 First time licenses ($48)
 Convert out-of-state license ($48)
 Renewals ($48 for Class E; fees vary for CDL)
 Replacements for lost or stolen license ($25)
 Address/name changes ($25)
 Reinstatements (fees vary)
 Emergency Contact Information Registration
(free)
For your convenience, the Department accepts the
following methods of payment: cash, check, credit
cards.
MOVIE MATINEE
“THE MARK 2: REDEMPTION”
Sat., Sept. 26, 2:00 p.m., OPR
(Spoiler alert if you have not yet watched The
Mark.) Moments after parachuting from Flight 777,
former Marine Chad Turner and flight attendant
Dao Sonia Couling find themselves descending into
a world of madness. The Tribulation has begun.
Panic and chaos plague the streets. But they have
even greater problems: They are being hunted by a
team of mercenaries with orders to extract the
biometric microchip living in Chad’s body and to
prepare it for the masses. To protect the microchip
and prevent it from falling into the hands of evil,
Chad must call upon a higher power to provide the
necessary strength to prevail. Produced by Pure
Flix. Rated “faith-friendly” for ages 12 and over.
Approx. 95 mins.
HAVEN HOSPICE
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
SEPTEMBER BLOOD DRIVE
Mon., Sept. 28, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.,
Parking lot near CMC
The next scheduled blood drive at ACV is Mon.,
Sept. 28, in the parking lot near CMC, from 10:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Donors must be 17 or older,
weigh 110 lbs. or more, show a photo ID, and
answer a series of health-related questions. Free
snacks will be provided to donors.
Every pint
Thur., Oct. 1, 10:00 a.m., DR
At various times we have offered a Grief Support
Group for our members here at ACV. Several of
you have expressed the benefit and encouragement
this has been to you. It also has been helpful to be
with others going through similar circumstances.
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We are pleased to offer Marissa McGehe,
Bereavement Counselor with Haven Hospice, as
leader. She will be at ACV on Oct. 1, at 10:00 a.m.
in the DR. Please feel free to come to the session
and meet Marissa.
Deanna Stoddard, Social Services, 658-5150
volunteers who serve at the Riverside Gifts store in
the VS. The meeting covered updates on new
merchandise arriving at the store, preparations for
the Autumn Fest and Auto/Truck show on Oct. 3,
and other upcoming events. A status on revenue
and significant profit that is entirely designated for
and contributed to the ACV mission was also
provided. The Elves of Riverside Gifts include:
Jane Bonning, Ben and Lorraine Bowen, Karen
Coke, Joyce Comerford, Rosemary Eakins,
Peggy and Chuck Eckel, Gladys Ezell, Norma
and Don Guenthner, Herb and Emelie Horsley,
Carol and Jack Hoyt, Carol Kemp, Mitzie
Knappen, Phyllis Mastro, Peter and Sandi
Nicholls, and Frances Rademacher.
Chuck Eckel
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY PARTY
The Sept. Birthday Party was extremely wellattended on Sept. 9, in the SMR/DR with football
and team spirit as the themes. Twenty-nine of the
attendees were actually celebrating their birthdays
and received various pastries in addition to special
birthday wishes.
Football and team spirit
decorations, plus a contest between two sets of
contestants pertaining to football events past and
present, accentuated the event. Soft pretzels, string
cheese, and root beer were the refreshments of the
day. The door prize winners were Betty Copeland,
Marge Derbonne, Ted Jones, Violet Jordan,
Helen Myers, and Virginia Specht. Jim Bell was
deemed to be the most senior member, and Sally
Sparks, at 65, was the youngest birthday guest. A
very special tribute was offered celebrating the 74th
wedding anniversary of Frances and Myrl Ellis,
residents of DM.
This column wouldn't be
complete if we didn't mention and thank the setup/take-down crew of volunteers who were Carole
Bailey, MaryLou Dasher, Christle Holzman, and
Sharon McMann. Thanks to all who made the
afternoon so lively and fun. The Oct. Birthday
Party will be held on Tue., Oct. 13. Mark your
calendars now.
BRIDGE CLUB
Weds., 1:00 p.m., OPR
Congratulations to our Sept. 16 winners! 1st High:
Peggy Eckel; 2nd High: Fred Mickler. If you
would like to play, please call Betty Driggers by
noon on Mon. at 658-1043. If Betty is not
available, call Roland Spooner at 658-1168.
LED2SERVE SERVICE JOURNEY
Last week we were blessed to have 49 10th grade
high school students and their chaperons with us
here at ACV. This was the first time that these
students were here and they really enjoyed the
village setting and took part in team building
activities at Camp Suwannee. This group of
wonderful young people performed 294 hours of
service for the members here at ACV and the ACV
community. A big part of this time together was the
interaction between the students and our members.
The chance to watch the students offering tech
support for technology, physical labor, and the story
telling and relationship building between the
students and members will be something
remembered by all. For those who attended the ice
cream social, the chance to hear some really
wonderful young musicians was a treat. Read on
and find out what other members had to say.
Ann Thompson
ACV ANNUAL PECAN FUNDRAISER
PECANS AND NUTS
The Garden Club has started their annual pecan
sales! Don’t miss out – orders are being taken by
Garden Club members until the end of Oct.
Delivery or pick up of orders will be the first of
Nov. If you don’t know a Garden Club member,
please call me and I will help you out. All nuts are
guaranteed fresh. If you are unsatisfied for any
reason let us know. We will be offering cashews
and chocolate covered cashews (new this year) for
$11, chocolate covered almonds ($10), chocolate
covered (white and dark) pecans ($11), large pecan
pieces ($11), pecan halves ($11), pralines ($11),
walnuts ($11), and mixed nuts ($11), plus two
different holiday tins (one plain $22, and one
chocolate $24). All bagged nuts are in one pound
quantities. Please call me if you have any questions
at all.
Payment must accompany orders. Checks
should be made out to the ACV Garden Club. We
will be selling nuts at the ACV Autumn Fest, on
Oct. 3, in the VS.
Eva Kelley 658-2836
Two industrious young ladies offered their talents to
clean my windows inside and out. They were not
even put off by the resident spiders and their webs
on the outside! Every day I enjoy the fruits of their
labor.
Lee Dean
Led2Serve came to ACV and was a welcome group
of young people. Five of them and one of their
leaders came to our house. Their hearts are full of
Hebraic teaching and expressions such as “Dor la
Dor” (From Generation to Generation) a recognition
of the need to pass on to each succeeding generation
the truth that God has delivered to this generation.
Led2Serve was a sterling example of young people
with a zeal to serve God and honor their elders by
serving the people here as they were able. Three
young men and their leader helped put storage items
in our garage attic and in one of our closets which
RIVERSIDE GIFTS ELVES MEET
On a beautiful fall afternoon of Sept. 20, the Elves
of Riverside Gifts were hosted for Tea at the home
of Herb and Emelie Horsley, on the banks of the
peaceful Suwannee River.
The “Elves” are
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we can’t reach at the present time. Two lovely
young ladies helped Jane with her iPad and both
interviewed us for their school paper and team
debriefing. It was a great time and they were
poised, kind, and helpful. Thank you, Led2Serve,
for bringing these young people to ACV. We were
blessed to have them visit. Jane & Peter Richards
Oct. 28 - Wed., Publix (South Oaks Square) only,
leave CH at 1:15 p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave
from Publix at approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to
the Village at 4:30 p.m.
OTHER BUS TRIPS - OCTOBER
Oct. 15 – Madison Artist Series. Leave DH at 6:00
p.m. Members $7; non–members $10.
Oct. 16 – Valdosta shopping trip. Leave CH at 8:45
a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Members $7; non–
members $10.
Oct. 24 – Jazz, Arts, Blues Festival. Leave Lake
Aquilla at 12:45 p.m. Members $5; non-members
$8.
FNN MYSTERY ITEM GUESSED!
The FNN mystery item was guessed as tokens used
in World War II. They were issued by the OPA
(Office of Price Administration) and used for
rationing. Rationing included canned goods, meats,
sugar, coffee, tires, gas and more. These tokens
were commonly used by merchants to give change
back for foods – the red tokens were for meats and
fats. They are made of vulcanized fiber (celluloid)
and some of them are quite rare and valuable.
The person who correctly guessed was
Kierstine Newhard. She can stop by the Rustic
Shop and pick up her prize. The new mystery item
will be in the window on Wed. Many thanks to all
who participated and loaned the tokens.
RIDE-ABOUT SCHEDULE
If you would like to schedule a trip, call for a
private tour with 3 people or more. We'll pick you
up, we'll take you back; just pick up the phone and
call Jackie Campbell at 210-410-2113. Be blessed
and stay safe.
EVENTS HERE AND THERE
DEVOTION, PRAYER, BIBLE STUDY
Friday
9:45 a.m. POP Bible Study – 11020 Poinsettia
Drive (Eunice Greene)
4:00 p.m. DH Bible Study – DH 3rd Floor Solarium
Monday
7:00 p.m. CH Prayer Hour – CH TV Rm.
Tuesday
8:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study – Children’s Suite
10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick’s Bible Study – OPR
BUS TRIPS – SEPTEMBER
Sept. 30 – Live Oak shopping trip, which will
include stopping at the new Dollar Tree, Walmart,
Lowe’s, and eating lunch at Zaxby’s or Fusion.
Leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m.
Returning to the Village at approximately 4:00 p.m.
BUS TRIPS - OCTOBER
Oct. 7 – Wed., Publix, (South Oaks Square) only,
leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m.
Leave from Publix at approximately 11:30 a.m.;
return to the Village at noon.
Oct. 7 – Wed., Walmart only, leave CH at 1:15 p.m.
and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave from Walmart at
approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to the Village at
4:30 p.m.
Oct. 14 – Wed., Walmart only, leave from CH at
8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Leave from Walmart
at approximately 11:30 a.m.; return to the Village at
noon.
Oct. 14 – Wed., Publix (South Oaks Square) only,
leave CH at 1:15 p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave
from Publix at approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to
the Village at 4:30 p.m.
Oct. 21 – Wed., Publix, (South Oaks Square) only,
leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m.
Leave from Publix at approximately 11:30 a.m.;
return to the Village at noon.
Oct. 21 – Wed., Walmart only, leave CH at 1:15
p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave from Walmart at
approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to the Village at
4:30 p.m.
Oct. 28 – Wed., Walmart only, leave from CH at
8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Leave from Walmart
at approximately 11:30 a.m.; return to the Village at
noon.
AUTUMN ARTFEST EXHIBITION
Sept. 14-25, Live Oak Public Library
The 19th annual Fine Arts Exhibition presented by
the Live Oak Artists Guild will be held at the Live
Oak Library from Sept. 14-25. The exhibition will
be open during library hours.
FRIENDS OF MUSIC CONCERT
Thur., Sept 24, 7:30 p.m.,
Covenant First Presbyterian Church,
421 White Ave., Live Oak
The Friends of Music Concert Series 2015-16
begins on Thur., Sept. 24 with a performance by
The Lawson Trio from the Univ. of North FL
(UNF) in Jacksonville.
The Lawson Ensemble was formed in 2015 as a
result of the group members’ desire to consistently
perform chamber music with a level of excellence
and commitment and to share the results with the
Jacksonville and regional community.
Founding members are violinist Aurica Duca,
violinist/violist Clinton Dewing, and cellist Nick
Curry. The group is in residence at UNF and
performs regularly on the UNF campus in
Jacksonville and around the region.
Other concerts of the season will be Frances
Skoglund, pianist, on Nov. 20; The Alachua
Consort (oboe, violin, organ) on Jan. 22, and the
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UNF Chamber Singers on Feb. 19. The concerts
are free to the public and a reception follows each.
For more information call 386-365-4941.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
Mon., Oct. 5, 1:30 p.m., OPR
Amanda Sterly, from Lighthouse of Big Bend, will
be here at ACV to lead the Low Vision Support
Group on Mon., Oct. 5. Please feel free to attend
and mark your calendar for 1:30 p.m. in the OPR.
If you have questions, feel free to call.
Deanna Stoddard
Director of Social Services 658-5150
SUWANNEE VALLEY
HUMANE SOCIETY NEWS
Sat., Sept. 26, is SVHS’ 30th Annual Pet Show.
Please come to watch cats and dogs show their best!
Bring your pet to compete. Enjoy good food at
great prices. Registration opens at 10:00 a.m.
Contests start at 11:00 a.m. Food available any
time! The Pet Show is at the Colosseum in Live
Oak, starting at 10:00 a.m. and ending by 2:00 p.m.
Hope to see you there!
On Oct. 2, the Lee, FL shelter is having a
Blessing of the Animals at 11:00 a.m. Ft Tran of St.
Vincent DePaul Catholic Church, Madison, FL, will
be blessing the animals. Bring your animal, leash
or crate please, or bring a picture.
We are asking for volunteers, especially for our
Thrift Store area. The stores are air conditioned and
we are open Tue.-Sat. from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m.
Any time you could come would help. Plese call
850-971-9904 for more details. Cathy Mellinger
BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS
SEMINAR
Tue., Oct. 6, noon, SMR/DR
Oct. is Breast Cancer Awareness
Month, and now is the time to brush up
on your knowledge of breast health.
Shands Live Oak Regional Medical
Center and the Suwannee Democrat
are co-sponsoring this educational
event. Dr. Christopher Staudinger, Board Certified
in General Surgery, will cover the entire spectrum
of breast health, from wellness checkups to surgical
options for cancer diagnoses.
Seating is limited for this free event, so please
RSVP today to 658-5150 to reserve your place.
BAKE SALE
Fri., Oct. 2, 9:30 a.m. until sold out, GSC
Everyone is talking about it – GSC Bake Sale.
Doughnuts by Johnson’s Bakery. Proceeds benefit
GSC’s Activities Department.
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
COMING IN OCTOBER!
Oct. 8-10 & 12-17
Live Oak Public Library
Save the date. The Suwannee County Friends of the
Library Book Sale will be Oct. 8-10 and Oct. 12-17.
We are looking for volunteers to help with sorting
and the sale. Please call the circulation desk at 386362-2317 to volunteer.
LADIES’ BREAKFAST
Sat., Oct. 3, 8:00 a.m., Village Café
The ladies of the Village are invited to meet at the
Village Café at 8:00 a.m. for fellowship and getacquainted Dutch treat breakfast. All ladies are
welcome, and we especially enjoy seeing those who
are new to the community. Hope to see you there.
NORTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY
COLLEGE ARTIST SERIES
LARRY MC WILLIAMS BIG BAND SHOW An Evening with Friends
Thur., Oct. 15, 7:00 p.m.
Bus departs from DH at 6:00 p.m.
Members $7; non–members $10 (bus cost);
(Signup required – IC)
A night of swing, jazz and popular big band tunes
with our friend, Madison County native and highly
acclaimed trumpeter, Larry McWilliams and his 17piece orchestra. It will be a night to remember, so
bring your friends and enjoy the show.
There is assigned seating. ACV season pass
holders will need to pick up a ticket with a seat
number noted when entering the auditorium.
MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST
Sat., Oct. 3, 8:00 a.m., DR
Plan to come to the Men's Breakfast before
attending the Autumn Fest and Auto & Truck
Show. Timothy Blue, retired military police officer
and teacher, will be sharing with us at the 8 a.m.
Men's Fellowship Breakfast on Sat., Oct. 3. Our
cooks will be Chuck Eckel, Sherwood Sawyer, and
Jim Kile. Breakfast is by donation.
MOVIE MATINEE
“SAVING FAITH”
Sat., Oct. 3, 2:00 p.m., OPR
Saving Faith is the compelling story of Malcolm’s
crumbling life after surviving the car accident that
took his little girl. He’s losing his focus, his
direction, and his faith. Altercations with a
rebellious employee who can’t seem to shake his
gang member lifestyle call on God’s graceful
interference and reveal the power of forgiveness
and acceptance in order to save Malcolm’s faith.
Produced by Pure Flix. Rated Dave “familyapproved” for ages 12 and over. Approx. 89 mins.
BRANFORD CAMERA CLUB
2015 ANNUAL PHOTO SHOW
Fri., Oct. 16 -Sun., Oct. 18,
Cuzin’s Café, Branford, FL
A reception will be held to meet the photographer
on Fri., Oct. 16, from 5:00 to7:00 p.m. The show
will be held on Sat., Oct. 17, from 10:00 a.m. until
9:00 p.m. and on Sun., Oct. 18, from 10:00 a.m.
until 2:00 p.m. The show will take place at Cuzin’s
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Café, located at 804 Suwannee Ave., in Branford,
FL. A raffle for two photos will be held on Sun. at
1:00 p.m.
You do not have to be present to win. Those
participating in the race are:
Matthew Grillo, Sarah Grillo, Andrew
Chapman, Kelly Chapman, David Burch, Suzy
Burch, Jordan Harmon, Jerry Harmon, Tim
Carter, Dr. Masoodi, David Palomino, and
Rich Corley
You can also ask D'Arcy Chapman for more
information. Thank you for supporting YOUR
Village Ragnar team!
Andrew Chapman
AARP SAFE DRIVER CLASS
Mon., Oct. 19, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., DR
The AARP Safe Driver Class will again be offered
at ACV in the DR on Mon., Oct. 19, from 9:00 a.m.
to approximately 3:00 p.m. You may bring your
lunch and there will be a short break for you to get a
lunch. The cost of the class is $15 for AARP
members and $20 for non-AARP Members. Call
Member Services at 658-5150 to reserve your spot.
Bring your AARP card and payment to the meeting
on Oct. 19. Many people taking this course report
receiving savings on their auto insurance. If you
have questions, you may call Pat Pell, the instructor.
Her number is 330-2276.
INVITATION TO BIBLE STUDY
Jane Burns and Miriam Abbott invite you to take
a 10-week journey with them and study Donna
Partow’s Bible study on “Becoming a Vessel God
Can Use.” Up to the present we have held Bible
studies in our home on Thurs. from 6:30 to 8:30
p.m. The place and time are flexible. Please call us
at 658-3481 if you are interested as we want to get
started as soon as possible.
JAZZ, ARTS, BLUES FESTIVAL
Oct. 24, 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m.
Historic Downtown Live Oak, FL
ACV bus departs Lake Aquilla at 12:45 p.m.
Members $5; non-members $8 (bus)
(Signup required – IC)
Noon
Gateway City Big Band
1:15 p.m.
Dixie Jazz Express
2:30 p.m.
Little Mike & the Tornados
3:45 p.m.
Beautiful Bobby Blackmon
5:00 p.m.
Nat Adderley Jr.’s
6:15 p.m.
Teeny Tucker
7:45 p.m.
21 Blue!
9:15 p.m.
Little Jake & the Soul Searchers
Keith Mixon, Live Oak City Council President,
gave a presentation about the Festival at the
Membership Council meeting on Thur., Sept. 17.
There will be an ACV bus trip to the festival. The
bus will leave at 12:45 p.m. from Lake Aquilla and
return by 5:00 p.m. Signup required at the IC.
READING PALS
The ReadingPals program is still looking for
volunteers. If you are interested in learning more
about the program and opportunities to volunteer,
there are information sheets in the Member Services
office. Thanks to the ACV members who attended
the presentation on Sept. 21 and signed up to be
volunteers.
DEPARTMENT NEWS
VILLAGE CHURCH NEWS
Dr. Timothy N. Setzer
Church Office – 658-5344
www.acvchurch.org
MESSAGE: The Fellowship of Believers
TEXT: Various
SPEAKER: Dr. Timothy N. Setzer
A Note from Pastor Jason: We had a great
discussion last Sun. in my C.E. class about what
theology is and how those of us who follow Christ
are theologians – studiers of God, in the world He
has given us, through the Word He has inspired for
us by the work of the Holy Spirit. If you weren’t
able to join us last week, have no fear! Before we
begin our discussion on Revelation (not the book,
but how God reveals Himself to the world and to
those who follow Him), we will have a short review
of last week’s lesson. The book by J.I. Packer,
Concise Theology, is not a requirement for the class,
but will be helpful. Our recent book order is
backordered until Oct. 7, but I will make sure
you’re not missing anything important if you are
still waiting for a book. If you have the book
already, please read the sections on Revelation,
General Revelation, Authority, Self-Disclosure,
Prophets, Apostles and Angels for this Sun. If
you’re looking for a thought provoking class that
will challenge your spiritual life, we’d love for you
to join us.
SUWANNEE REGIONAL
LIBRARY BOOK CLUB AT ACV
Tue., Oct. 27, 10:00 a.m., SMR
The next meeting of the Book Club, led by
librarian, Rhoda Cribbs Odom of the Live Oak
Public Library, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tue.,
Oct. 27. The club will review The Glass Castle, by
Jeanette Walls. There are a couple copies available
for loan. Contact Member Services to sign out a
copy.
THE TRY-ATHLETES ARE BACK!
On Oct. 23-24, the ACV Try-Athletes will be back
in action running the Ragnar Relay Race. This time
they will be running from Chattanooga to Nashville,
TN. This is about 200 miles for the 12 runners to
accomplish.
To raise money for this we are putting on a
raffle for a brand new Yeti Cooler, or $250 cash.
To get a ticket for this drawing that will be held on
Oct. 17, you will need to contact one of the Village
representatives below. Tickets are $2.00 each or 3
for $5.00. You can purchase as many as you like!
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SUN. EVENING at 6:00 in the SMR/DR the
ladies of the WHFMS (mission circles) will be
presenting an update on what this mission “arm” of
the church is involved in, especially in the current
fundraising for “Christmas in October.” This is an
opportunity for us as Christ-honoring men, women,
and children to share our love (through gifts of
money) with missionaries, (current and retired) and
with church leaders in many foreign countries who
have affiliated with the Advent Christian Church.
There will also be some favorite hymns shared and
brief testimonies given.
Sun., Oct. 4, we will join other Christians
around the globe in observing WORLD
COMMUNION DAY by sharing communion
together in our morning service. All who love the
Lord are invited to participate. Individual
communion elements will be available next week at
the front desks in CH and DH, at the IC and in the
church office for those who worship with us by way
of TV2.
VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Eleanore Catarious – 658-5251
P.O. Box 4304
It seems that these rather cool and pleasant
mornings are telling us that we are in for a change
in the weather and welcoming us to autumn. We
just have to get through the last month of hurricane
season.
Speaking of cooler weather, there is a need on
the ACV Beautification Team for someone who
prefers to be outdoors and wouldn't object to
picking up litter around the Village. There is no
particular schedule; it can be done at any time, for
as long as you like, and supplies will be provided.
Many visitors notice various aspects of the Village;
therefore, it is important for the grounds to look
extra special. There have been many positive
comments from visitors pertaining to the
appearance of the outdoor spaces. So sign up now,
maybe bring a friend, and assist the team in this
rewarding volunteer endeavor. Just give me a call.
In last week's column, the Woodworking Shop
with its Christmas elves was mentioned, and after
the FNN was printed, we realized that Pat Moseley,
of CH, had been omitted. She is an integral part of
the Christmas Toy Project and has been for years.
Thank you, Pat, for your creative contributions.
There is a need for Reassurance Callers. If, for
some reason, you are confined to your apartment
but would still like to be part of the Volunteer
Family, being a Reassurance Caller just may be
something that would interest you. This is a twofold service.
One, the caller determines if
everything is all right, or if there is a need for
further assistance; and two, a bond is established
between the caller and the member through the
daily contact. It is comforting just knowing that
someone is concerned for your welfare each day.
This means the caller makes the call every day at a
time convenient with the caller and the member.
Right now someone is waiting for a caller to step
forward. Thank you.
F.Y.I. - Approximately 47% of our volunteers
returned their Aug. Monthly Volunteer Hours
Reports.
Many thanks to all. I expect that
percentage will be higher once all the volunteers
return to their respective volunteer positions.
WORK like you don't need the money, LOVE
like you've never been hurt, DANCE like no one's
watching, SING like no one is listening, and LIVE
like it's HEAVEN on Earth!
Author unknown
CAMP SUWANNEE
Doug Mabey, Director, 658-5100
Sept. Pool Hours
Sat., 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Last day of the season will be Sat., Sept. 26
MEMBER SERVICES
Ann Thompson, VP, 658-5400
Isn’t wonderful as we plan for Autumn Fest on Oct.
3 that the weather is getting us in the mood? These
cooler mornings are such a delight. I hope you will
mark this date down on your calendar and invite
your family and friends to join you for the events at
the VS. In addition to the shopping, the Auto Show
will also be in the VS area. Another treat during
Autumn Fest will be musical entertainment at the
VS by Sweet Harmony. Sweet Harmony is a ladies’
singing trio and they love to share gospel, oldies,
and all types of music. If you attended the Sept.
Coffee House Concert at Stephen Foster State Park,
you heard them perform.
Member Services Tip of the Week:
Each ACV Member is assigned a Service
Coordinator. Did you know you could email them
at first letter of their first name and last name? For
example: Ashley is [email protected]
Debbie is [email protected] and D’Arcy is
[email protected]. In order, to better serve
you it would be helpful if you would call them or
the Member Services number 658-5150 if you
would like to make an appointment or speak with
them. The Service Coordinators are away from the
office at times assisting other members and this
would prevent you from making a trip to the office
if they are not in.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
BUTTERFIELD ACRES
Reporter, Cheryl Gilroy
We wish a very happy birthday to Jim Gilroy on
Sept. 28, Matthew Hilliard on Sept. 29 and Micah
Hilliard on Sept. 29.
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Several ladies from BA enjoyed attending the
Hawaiian-themed FL Conference Ladies’ Retreat
held at Camp Suwannee last weekend. It was a good
time of fellowship, laughter, grass skirts, hula
hoops, and inspiration. The speaker, Karen Hall,
inspired us with lessons from the book of Ruth.
ACV’s Mary Carter was appointed “Queen of the
Retreat” and Connie Jones, was chosen to represent
the Central District as one of the princesses of the
retreat. The luau lunch on Sat., catered by Cliff Burr
and his wonderful staff, was absolutely delicious.
And we learned that Aloha is more than a word of
greeting, farewell or salutation ... it's a way of life.
Aloha means mutual regard and affection, and
extends warmth in caring with no expectation of
anything in return.
and his team were plentiful, attractive, and
delicious! Our visitors were very impressed with
our Open House!
On Fri. afternoon, Dick Grillo and “Cowboy
Bob” Denny entertained us with a variety of music
while the Cabinet Members made banana splits for
us! Thank you to: Tim Setzer, Jim Schenck, Pam
Smythe, Keri Hilliard, Steve Hett, and Sandie
Hugg! You made some great tasting banana splits!
It was a busy week, but oh so good! Nourishing our
Lives: Body, Mind, Spirit! We certainly did!
Again, thank you to all who helped make it a
success!
The Craft Class was again on Sat., working on
flower pots, decorative plate sets, plant stands and
birdbaths as we have had many orders placed!
Come by and see our crafts on display!
Now, we are back to our regularly scheduled
activities and glad to slow things down a bit. This
week we had a sing-a-long with Peyton and Jeanne
Florence, Exercise class, Bingo, Ceramics, and the
Heart to Heart hour. On Wed. afternoon, we
enjoyed a reception to meet and greet Liz Dudek,
Secretary of AHCA (Agency for Health Care
Administration). Following the reception, Jim
Gilroy led our weekly Vespers Service.
We welcome Judy Setzer and George Millis
back to DM following their rehab stay at GSC.
Emerson Moore has also joined us at DM and we
welcome him. We wish the best to “Dink” Dinkins
and Ken Knappen, who both came for a short
respite stay and are now home. We welcome Irene
Vann to room 1310. Irene is the mother of AC
Missionary, Jeff (and Penny) Vann and Susan
Singleterry. Susan and her daughter, Kristy Grest,
helped Irene set up her room and she is quite
content and comfortable. She and roommate, Lois
Dotson, hit it off very well! Irene’s sister, Vanette
Sanders, found Irene right away and had a good
time “catching up.” Welcome to you, Irene Vann!
Dropping by to say “hello” to Emerson Moore
were Garth “Doc” and Karen Story from MA.
We want to wish our nurse, Nikki Rogers a
happy birthday on the Sept. 18 and to Nikki and her
husband, Derrick, a happy anniversary on Sept. 23.
Linda Hughes and Babs Martin will celebrate
their birthdays on Sept. 24 and 25, respectively.
Happy day to all!
We welcome staff member, Miranda Tehan,
back to work from her maternity leave, even though
it was difficult to leave her adorable baby with the
babysitter! Congratulations to staff member,
Brittany Smith, and her husband, Todrick, on the
birth of their baby boy! They are all are doing well!
CARTER HOUSE
Reporter, Debby Vowell
Patty Lupo returned to the Village after recently
spending five days with family in SC. She enjoyed
being with family members. She had a good time
attending a book fair, eating out, visiting, and
laughing with family. She saw her granddaughter
and husband’s new home. A birthday party was
held there for their daughter, Skylynn, who is eight
years old. We welcomed Patty back to the Village.
Praise God for family and journeying mercies.
Thank you to the All Saints Christian Academy
working with Led2Serve for the help they gave here
at the Village. We had some wonderful helpers at
the rose garden, weeding and cutting off the dead
flowers. They were good girls and did exactly what
they were asked to do. CH would like to thank
Aslyn, Reem (who had a birthday), Jowana,
Michelle, Katie, and Keyana. They are from the
Winter Haven area of Polk County.
Happy birthday to Sally Sparks, who had a
birthday party last Fri. Several of her friends were
there and we hope that Sally had a good time. Also
happy birthday wishes to Francine Stratton and
Barbara Clegg.
We hope everyone has a good week. God bless
everyone.
If you have an item you would like in the FNN,
you may put it in the FNN box at the front desk of
CH, or call me at 249-5774.
DACIER MANOR
Beth Smith, Reporter
WOW! We had one of the VERY BEST ALF
Weeks imaginable! Our Open House was delightful
and I appreciate the following residents for
showcasing their rooms: Peggy Howland, Lilya
Patterson, Babs Martin, Mary Crosby, Joann
Miller, Nancy Henry, Mary Henning, Linda
Hughes, Mary Overhulser, Carole Bailey, Jim
Murphy, Jan Gurniak, and Lloyd McCall.
Carole Bailey and Garth Driscoll were our
greeters for the afternoon and did a superb job
meeting people as they entered our dining area and
helping them find a seat after signing our guest
book. The refreshments provided by Robbie Joynt
DOWLING HOUSE
Janice Chapman, Reporter
Happy birthday to Janice Chapman, who will
observe a birthday on Sat., Sept. 26 and to Jean
Snyder on Tue., Sept. 29. May your day be special
followed by another year of God’s presence and
blessings in your lives.
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Several ladies gathered in the Lopin’ Gopher on
Mon. evening and honored me, Janice, with a
birthday cake, made by Margaret Trinder, my
neighbor. Betty June Kerce, Norma Shook, Joy
Whitmore and Rachel Eagen were also at the
table. Then Ted Jones led others in the Lopin’
Gopher at the time in singing Happy Birthday to
me. Thank you. It was special.
We have new members in DH this week.
Welcome to you. We hope to get better acquainted
with each of you. Help us get to know you better.
Always remember one another in prayer.
There’s always room to praise the Lord for His
blessings rather than focusing on our pain. God
knows all needs and we exercise our faith in His
love and power as we pray for each other.
Share with us your happy times, your guests’
visits and other things of common interest as we
interact together in DH. You may put a note in the
box at the DH desk, e-mail me at
[email protected], or telephone me at 658-2015.
over to visit with Rick and Barbara for a couple of
days before heading to the next venue in NY.
Contact Gayle Jones or Audrey Murray.
(658-1418 or [email protected]) with your news
items.
EDGEWOOD TERRACE
Dick Barkley, Reporter
It’s great to report that Claudia McClaine has
returned home and is improving daily after
spending six weeks in the hospital. Also, the
Knappens are back in their home following several
days in the hospital (Mitzie) and in DM (Ken).
Each of them wishes to thank all those who have
been praying for them. Maxie Brown has returned
home after attending the funeral of a friend in
Homerville, GA.
There’s been a whole lot of visiting in the ET
neighborhood during the past week. From IN, Bob
and Paulette Hoffman came to visit Frank and
Myrle Sinclair, their friends of 40-years duration.
Dorothy Simpson’s son, Jeff, dropped by for a day
from his home in Lantana, FL. Bob of St. Marks,
FL, came to spend time with his mother, Loretta
Phillips. And Craig came all the way from OK to
spend a couple of days with parents Jim and Bev
Bell.
Later in the week, to have a belated birthday
celebration with Jim who reached the age of 97 on
Sept. 9, the Bells were blessed with a visit by son,
Duncan, and his wife, Kim; plus grandson, Tyler,
and his girlfriend, Lacy, all from Callahan, FL. Bev
said she was particularly blessed by their guests
bringing and serving delicious meals for all.
Visiting with Pat Putman this week are two
daughters who notched many travel miles to arrive
here. Cynthia came from Ottawa, Canada. And
Susan is here all the way from Perth, Australia.
ET dwellers having birthdays during the coming
week are Betty Copeland on Sept. 24, Ed Specht
on Sept. 26, and Jenny Specht on Sept. 28.
All ET residents are urged to clear your
calendars for the morning of Oct. 13. More info
about the neighborhood’s Fall Meeting on that Tue.
will be in future FNNs.
DOWLING MANOR/
DOWLING PARK NORTH
Gayle Jones & Audrey Murray, Reporters
We have two reports of special family events our
neighbors shared with us this week.
Pomeroy and Jerry Carter report that last
week end they had a very busy, but enjoyable, few
days. On Sat. their grandson, Adam Carter, married
Karson Stavig in a beautiful wedding at the VC. In
addition to the wedding celebration they enjoyed
time spent with many local and out of town guests.
They were able to get better acquainted with
Karson’s family and spend time with Adam’s other
grandparents, Ruben and Cathy Rakow and their
son and his family from Wisconsin. It was
especially nice to have their daughter Kay, and her
friend, June Danka, here from IL. After everyone
left on Sun. afternoon they relaxed and are still
enjoying some R and R.
Rick and Barbara Phipps flew to Denver, CO
two weekends ago to see their son David play at
Red Rocks Amphitheater. Red Rocks is one of the
most beautiful amphitheaters in the world and seats
10,000. This was the 10th year for the band to play
at Red Rocks. David plays keyboards in a technojazz band called Sound Tribe Sector Nine or just
STS9 for short. David has been a member of the
band since its beginning in 1998 while David was in
college at GA Tech. David feels blessed to have
been able to make a very good living as a
professional musician. When the band plays at Red
Rocks, many of the band members’ parents and
family come for the two days the band plays. It is
like a family reunion.
All get to see their
grandchildren and have a great time catching up
with the band members’ parents and family
members. The band plays at venues all over the
U.S. and has played several times in Japan and
other countries. They will be playing at Spirit of
the Suwannee at the end of Oct. and David will stay
PARK OF THE PINES
Betsy Reynolds, Reporter
Our last birthday of the month is on Wed., Sept. 23
when Marie Feero celebrates her 91st birthday.
Congratulations and best wishes for a great day. It’s
amazing when you think about aging. I don’t think
any one of us thinks about growing old and then
suddenly one day we are there! Yikes! Marie says
she stays busy with some volunteering and having
lunch with friends. She recently had lunch and a
nice visit with Martha Cunningham’s daughter,
Deb, and her husband from TX. She reports that
Martha is very happy and doing well in her new
home near another daughter. Glad to hear that news.
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Have you noticed that the mornings are cooler
and also darker a bit longer? Fall is just around the
corner - hurray! I’ll be glad when all the snowbirds
are back and the Village takes on a new energy.
We got an e-mail from Robert Story regarding
a recent visit with his brother, Dr. Garth and his
wife, Karen, I’ll let Bob tell the story:
“Bob and Brenda Story were blessed by a
recent three-day visit from Bob's brother, Dr. Garth
(“Doc”) Story, and wife, Karen, from Lee, MA.
They kept very busy! Thur., they visited Madison
(steam engine) and neighboring Greenville, which
was the boyhood home of Ray Charles. There you
can see a life-size bronze statue of Mr. Charles at
the piano, and also the home where he lived. On
Fri., they spent the day in Gainesville, where Garth
received his doctorate in education from the Univ.
of FL. There were many changes from the late 60's
to the early 70's! On Sat., they visited Wakulla
Springs. The local Story's are a bit worn out (!) but
agree it is a blessing to be able to stay in touch with
family!”
All for this printing, so keep me posted on any
events you celebrate, or visitors you entertain.
[email protected].
RIVER WOODS
Eleanore and Joe Catarious, of Wildwood Circle,
have just returned from PA after celebrating the
100th birthday of Eleanore's mother, Lottie
Abronski. Mrs. Abronski resides in the Lutheran
Community of Telford, outside Philadelphia, and
was honored by family, relatives and friends. She
was recently recognized in the local newspaper, the
local TV station, and also by President and Mrs.
Barack Obama. She is the mother of Eleanore,
Allen Clark, Lynn Ciamaichelo, and John Abronski,
grandmother of 12, great-grandmother of 22, and
great-great-grandmother of 4. As much as she
wasn't keen on all of the festivities, she reigned as
“Queen for a Day” with another community
birthday party being held this week. God has
blessed her with a sound mind and body.
FYI
FUTURE DATES TO REMEMBER
Oct. 3 – AutumnFest & Car Show
Oct. 13 – Birthday Party
Oct. 15 – Membership Council
Oct. 19 – AARP Safe Driver Class
Oct. 20 – Blessing of the Animals
Oct. 22 – Village Voices New Book Release
Oct. 27 – Suwannee Regional Library Book Club
Nov. 11 – Veterans Day Parade
Nov. 24 – Suwannee Regional Library Book Club
Dec. 22 – Suwannee Regional Library Book Club
Feb. 13 – Suwannee Gala for Treasure Seekers
RIVERVIEW
Jean Templeton, Reporter
Mary Carter just returned from a lovely threeweek visit to her daughters. She spent two weeks in
Seattle, WA with Marilyn and Rick Derksen and
her two great-granddaughters who just turned two,
and one week with Joan, Rich, an Alex Purdy of
Downingtown, PA. Joan returned with Mary to
Dowling Park for a week, including attending the
Ladies’ Retreat on Sept. 18 and 19. She wants to
thank all her Sunshine Angels who kept up the good
work while she was away.
YOU ARE INVITED
Sat., Oct. 3, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
You are invited to a crafts display featuring wood
turning and scroll saw artistry by Ken and Mary
Wood in BA, 10238 CR 136, on Sat., Oct. 3, from
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
“October’s Bright Blue Weather”
by Helen Hunt Jackson
O suns and skies and clouds of June,
And flowers of June together,
Ye cannot rival for one hour
October’s bright blue weather.
PURPLE HEARTS RECIPIENTS
The City of Live Oak will be holding a special
recognition event for those living in the area who
are Purple Heart recipients. If you were awarded a
Purple Heart for military service, please contact
Member Services at 658-5400.
My mother memorized this poem in “grade school”
many years ago and recited it to me every Oct. It is
still a special memory. Last week we talked about
the Led2Serve group who were spending the week
here at the Village. They were 10th graders from
central FL and a pleasant group to have around.
Some of us did ask these students to help us in our
apartments. Their long arms made easy work of
getting boxes from high shelves and solar curtains
down from the windows. They were also much
more “tech smart” and boy, were they quick. Our
group was rather small as one family moved to GA,
several are not feeling well, and one lady was on
vacation. Hopefully we will get together to
welcome Fall – and isn’t it about time.
VOTE IN HONOR OF A VETERAN
Hon. Glenda B. Williams, Supervisor of Elections,
asks you to honor a Veteran this upcoming election
by sharing their story. These stories will be shared
to help citizens identify with the sacrifices our
heroes have given for our freedom and the right to
vote. A “Vote in Honor of a Veteran” form for you
to submit a story and a photo of the Veteran you
want to honor is located on the table by the IC.
If you have any questions or comments about
this program, please call 386-362-2616.
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FOR SALE: 2007 Saturn Ion, 4 door, White,
81,000. Good Condition. $4,000. 386-658-1113.**
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
WITH CHILDREN
Suwannee Elementary School (grades 2 and 3) is
looking for volunteers. A variety of opportunities
exist such as tutoring students, listening to students
read or reading to them, assisting teachers, assisting
in the library, mentoring and more. You will need
to fill out a volunteer form so the county can
perform a background check, and you need to be
able to provide your own transportation. If you are
interested in helping out for a couple hours a week,
please call Cindy Hett at (386) 658-2683. She will
provide the paperwork and any further information
that you may need.
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NEEDED: Does anyone know of someone in the
area who sells Amway products? If so, please call
Marian at 658-2041.**
FOUND: Young male black cat. Very friendly.
Call 658-2801.**
The Village Café
THANK YOU
Hours:
Tuesday-Wednesday
11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
658-5777
Thank you for the get well cards, birthday cards,
phone calls, prayers, meal deliveries, and
everything else. “Ask and it shall be given you; seek
and you shall find; knock and it shall be opened
unto you.” Matt. 7:7 KJV. Wait on the Lord; be of
good courage and He will strengthen thine heart.
Psalm 27:14 KJV.
Janice Chapman
Many thanks to all my friends for their kindness
expressed to me on my recent birthday. Much love
to all.
Earl Van Amburg
I would like to thank all those who took time to
come to Patsy’s (Faulk) memorial service. We
thank those who made it possible for the meal and
dining area for us. Bro. John Harper for meeting
and being there for us. May God bless you all.
Aunt Maxie Brown, April Terry, Jack and Brett
Lopin' Gopher Deli
Hours:
Monday-Sunday
7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. for Breakfast
Monday-Saturday
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for Lunch
Monday-Sunday
4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. for light Dinner
658-5259
MISCELLANEOUS
FOR SALE:
2009 Sunfire Plus Electric
Wheelchair. Paid $2,800 in 2009 brand new. Used
for one year. Needs new batteries. Asking $300.
Call 658-2019.*
HELP WANTED: Looking for responsible person
to take care of my husband on Mon. & Fri. from
7:30 a.m. to 2:30 or 3:00 p.m. weekly. Possible
other day, but not on a scheduled weekly basis.
Located in DPN. Please call 765-576-0559.*
WANTED: Small, light vacuum cleaner. Shirley
Dreyfuss @ DM, 658-2317.*
FOR SALE: Flowered couch, 70x35, opens to
double bed, $150; 3 2-drawer metal file cabinets,
$20-25 ea.; wood 2-drawer file cabinet 16x24x27
on wheels, $35; 2 swivel chairs w/matching glass
top tables, $60; antique steamer chest, 20x32x23,
$30; dark wood grain Formica sideboard chest,
20x72, 4-drawer, 2-door, $60; 2 glass top coffee
tables 24x48, $35 ea. David Northup 658-3207.*
FOR SALE: New Medline reclining wheelchair
$275. Please call 658-3632.**
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The Village
Post Office
Hours:
Monday-Saturday
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
658-5270
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Shopping
Auto Show
Food
Over 40 vendors: art, jewelry, plants, yard furniture, etc.
New, restored and improved cars and trucks to admire
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, seafood and produce available
Saturday, Oct. 3 • 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Village Square
featuring the 2nd annual
Auto +TRUcK
Show
To register to be a vendor: (386) 658-5200
To register your auto or truck: (386) 658-5291
FREE to attend Autumn Fest and the Auto & Truck Show
Auto & Truck Show registration is $25 for each vehicle registered.
Auto & Truck Show registrants will receive
a dash plaque, a goody bag, a T-shirt and free lunch.
All registered vehicles will be judged and awards will be given.
Mid-Day Dining
MENU Phillips Center
Open Daily for Dinner 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
This Week’s Featured Menus
September 24 – October 1, 2015
THURSDAY: Light House Clam Chowder $1.99, Citrus Garlic Tilapia $4.59, Chicken Breast Cordon Bleu
$4.09, Brown Rice w/ Almonds, Raisins & Scallion $1.29, Steamed Whole Green Beans .99, Steamed Snow Peas &
Matchstick Carrots .99, Mindful Menu Special at the Deli: Bistro Greek Turkey Burger $4.59, Mini Salad Bar w/
Extras $2.19, Side Salads & Chilled Accompaniments……… Beverages
Heart Healthy Selection: Mindful Menu Special: Bistro Greek Turkey Burger $4.59, Mini Salad Bar $2.19
FRIDAY: Minestrone Soup w/ Crackers $1.99, New England Boil …Tender Sliced Corned Beef w/ Cabbage,
Carrots & Baby Potatoes $4.79, Cheese Ravioli/Manicotti w/ Meaty Red Sauce or Fresh Vegetable Alfredo
$4.29, Golden Fried Eggplant Medallions .99, Fresh Steamed Fresh Steamed Broccoli .99, Garlic Bread Sticks, Fresh
Mini Salad Bar with Dressings $2.19, Assorted Side and Desserts, Beverages…….
* Make a Heart Healthy Selection: Tender Boneless Skinless BBQ Breast $3.99, Broccoli .99, Salad Bar $2.19
SATURDAY: Cup of Creamy Potato Soup $1.99, Southern Crispy Chicken Tenders $3.59, Onion Rings
$1.99, Cole Slaw on the Line .99, Mushroom Swiss or Bacon Cheese Burger $4.49, Roasted Potatoes w/
Garlic & Chili $1.19, Buttered French Cut Green Beans .99, 3 Fresh Baked Cookies .99,Chilled Sides …….
Ask for Heart Healthy: Seared Mushroom Burger (No Bun/Cheese) $4.19, Fr. Green Beans .99, Side Salad $1.59
Sunday Buffet: 10:45 am – 1:15 pm Tossed Garden Salad w/ Choice of Dressing, Tender Roast Turkey
Breast w/ Gravy, Sliced Roast Beef w/ Pot Roast Vegetables….Carrots, Onions, Celery w/ Rich Gravy,
Marinara Meatballs, Olive Oil/Herb/ Parmesan Ziti Pasta, Buttered Whole Butter & Parsley Irish
Potatoes, Buttered Brussels Sprouts, Whole Green Bean Vegetable Blend, Cranberry Sauce, Dinner
Rolls, Warm Fruit Cobbler w/ Whipped Cream for Dessert ………..Choice of Beverage.
Members $9.99 Non Members $13.49
MONDAY: Cream of Chicken Soup $1.99, Sesame Chicken w/ Broccoli $4.39 , Steamed White Rice .99, Asian
Vegetable Blend $1.29, Oriental Beef w/ Peppers & Onions $4.29 Golden Egg Rolls $1.39, Braised Cabbage w/
Match Stick Carrot & Green Onion $1.29, Mini Salad Bar $2.19, Assorted Sides & Desserts….
Ask for Heart Healthy: Sesame Broccoli Skinless Chicken $4.39, Cabbage Blend $1.29, Steamed Rice .99
TUESDAY: Cream of Tomato Soup w/ Croutons & Cheese $1.99, Meatloaf w/ Gravy $3.99, Steamed Fresh
Broccoli & Cauliflower w/ Cheese Sauce on the Side .99, Baked Tilapia w/ Pineapple Chutney $3.99, Steamed
Brown Rice .99, Chef’s Choice Skinny Fries….Try them w/ Cheese Sauce Too! $1.19, Mashed Potatoes w/ Tangy
Beef Gravy .99, Carrots & Peas Steamed Blend .99, Assorted Salad Plates, Chilled Sides, Dinner Rolls, Assorted
Desserts…..
Ask for Heart Healthy: Tilapia w/ Pineapple Chutney $3.99, Steamed Broc/Caulif .99, Steamed Brown Rice .99
WEDNESDAY: Cup of Vegetable Beef Soup w/ Crackers $1.99, Turkey ‘n Dumplings w/ Fresh Stew
Vegetables $4.19, Steamed Fresh Spinach $1.19, Tender Sliced Roast Beef Stacker served w/ au jus Open
Face w/ Sour Dough $4.59, Potato Skin Fries w/ Melty Cheese Sauce $1.29, Steamed Italian Green Beans .99, Mini
Salad Bar $2.19, Chilled Sides, Salad Plates, and Desserts
Ask for Heart Healthy: Roast Turkey Breast w/ Country Garden Steamed Vegetables $4.19, Ital. Gr. Beans .99
THURSDAY: Cup of Venezuelan Black Bean Soup w/ Crackers $1.99, Chicken Quesadilla $4.69, Crispy Baked
Haddock Fillet w/ Avocado Mango Chutney $4.49, Sweet Bell Pepper & Onion Potatoes O’Brien .99, Steamed Fresh
Spinach w/ a Dusting of Feta $1.19, Broccoli Cheddar & Bacon Salad .99, Dinner Rolls, Fresh Mini Salad Bar with
Dressings $2.19, Assorted Desserts
* Make a Heart Healthy Selection: Baked Haddock w/ Chutney $4.49, Steamed Spinach .99, Salad Bar $2.19
*Menus Subject to Change
**No Added Sugar (NAS) / Sugar Free (SF) Desserts are Available Daily. We also Offer NAS/SF Fresh
Dipped Ice Cream at the Deli and Ice Cream Dixie Cups in the Main Dining Room, Pudding Packs &
Cookie Packs.
This Week’s Featured NAS/SF Desserts will be:
Lemon Velvet Cake, Carrot Cake, Jello w/ Topping
C. Burr, CDM/CFPP Sodexo Food Service Manager, Independent Living
Cycle Menu Week III
Twice Nice Furniture & More
Twice Nice Shop…
23353 County Road 250
658-5871
Advent Christian Village Square
658-5271
Open Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Open: Monday & Thursday
12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Every Market Day
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
For pick up (available on Tuesday & Thursday from
9:00 a.m. to noon) and deliveries
contact the Lodge Office
by calling 658-5200.
This week’s special
framed pictures half price.
Be sure to check out our
terrific selections of
clothes and shoes.
The Rustic Shop
Est. 1976
We specialize in quality, hand-crafted items
made at ACV.
Welcome Fall!
Gift Certificates now available.
Credit Cards accepted on items of $10 or more.
Riverside Gifts
Do what you can,
with what you have,
where you are.”
~ Theodore Roosevelt 1858-1919
We are celebrating this
glorious season with a
lovely window display
and fall accessories
throughout the shop.
NEW ITEMS HAVE ARRIVED
Some of the items that have come in are
new purses
Smart colors and styles for fall
Stop in and celebrate with us.
Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
in the Village Square.
658-5273
We offer free gift wrapping.
We can prepare your purchase for shipping.
We accept major credit cards.
Riverside Gifts ~ (386) 658-5771
A UNIQUE ACV SHOP IN THE VILLAGE SQUARE
Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Prices Effective
9/24–9/30
We deliver – 2:00 PM everyday! 658-3130
The Village Grocer
Grocery
Lucky Leaf Applesauce
24 oz.
2.19
Underwood Devil Ham Spread
4.25 oz.
1.99
Mt. Olive Mild Banana
Pepper Rings
12 oz.
1.99
Charles Choice BBQ Sauce
18 oz.
2.50
Café Caribe Instant Coffee
2 oz.
1.99
Hy-Top Maple Brown Sugar
Instant Oatmeal
15 oz.
2.29
Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
8.5 oz. box
.65
Pepsi Cola Products
2 lt. {all varieties}
1.79
DAIRY
Dutch Farm American
Cheese Singles
12 oz.
1.99
Merico Texas Style
Buttermilk Biscuits
12 oz.
2/1.59
Produce
White Cooking Potatoes
5 lb.bag
3.49
Bagged Whole Carrots
lb.
.79
ORDER YOUR COOKED
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN
TODAY! ONLY!! $6.99
EACH 4 lbs. & up
BONELESS LEMON PEPPER
PORK ROAST!
$5.29 LB.{cooked}
FROZEN
Stouffer’s Dinners
16 oz.{all varieties}2/7.00
Hot Pocket Sandwiches
9 oz.{all varieties}2/5.00
Meat
Sanderson Farms
Chicken Leg Quarters
lb.
.89
USDA Boneless Beef
Chuck Roast
lb.
4.29
Lean Boston Butt Pork Roast
lb.
1.59
93% Lean Ground Chuck
lb.
4.59
Lean & Tender Pork Fillets
lb.
1.99
Bar-S Honey Ham Sandwich
Sliced Lunch Meat
16oz.
3.99
Echrich Deli Sliced Roast Beef
lb.
6.49
Panamel Breaded
Cocnut Shrimp
9 oz.
5.99
Bar-S Bun-Size Jumbo Franks
16 oz.
1.39
THIS WEEK’S
VERSE
Do not let the sun go down
while you are still angry,
and do not give the devil a
foothold.
Ephesians 4:26
Sat. Oct.3,2015
The Village Grocer will
have some free samples,
plus some Fresh Farm
Produce that only come
around this time of year !
PLEASE KEEP THESE GREEN PAGES FOR THE MONTH OF
OCTOBER. THEY WILL APPEAR IN THE FNN ONLY THIS WEEK.
BARBER
The Village Barber Shop is open Mon., Tue., &
Wed., 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Call 658-3482.
Professional Services provided at CMC
CARDIOLOGIST
Dr. Gabriel Mufuka is seeing patients weekly at
CMC on Wed. afternoons. Please call (800) 8182180 to schedule an appointment.
HARRISON CPA’S LLC
Nancy Harrison is pleased to announce that she
will be continuing to provide tax and consulting
services to ACV residents under her company,
Harrison CPA's LLC. You can call Nancy
anytime at 386-249-2944, or on her cell phone at
850-212-6799 to schedule an appointment.
DENTAL CLINIC
Dr. A. Lamar Morgan and his son Dr. Daniel L.
Morgan of Morgan Family Dentistry in Perry, are
providing dental services in CMC’s Dental Suite
on Tue., Wed., and Thur., from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30
p.m. The dental suite is open to the public and is
accepting new patients. To schedule an
appointment, please call 658-5870.
WENDY M. BRANHAM, CFP®, CRPC®
Wendy Branham, CFP®, CRPC®, financial advisor
with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., will be in
the VS offices on the 3rd Wed. of each month. For
more information, or to schedule an appointment,
please stop by or call 1-800-477-8818.
DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES
OF TALLAHASSEE
In Dowling Park full body skin checks will be
performed. If after a biopsy is taken, treatment is
deemed to be required, the patient will need follow
up in Tallahassee. Please call (850) 877-4134 to
schedule an appointment on the 1st Thur. of the
month.
BELTONE HEARING AID
Kendall Varney, Clinical Audiologist, will be at
the VS on the 1st and 3rd Fri. of each month from
9:00 a.m.-12 noon. He provides free service on all
brands of hearing aids and free hearing
evaluations. Call 362-5452 to schedule an
appointment.
GENERAL SURGERY
Dr. Christopher Staudiner is seeing patients
weekly at CMC on the 2nd and 4th Mon., but his
schedule varies. Call (386) 362-0820 to schedule
an appointment.
COUNSELING
Rob Crankshaw, Ph.D., Licensed Counselor;
individual, marital & family therapy; treating
depression, anxiety, & relationship issues. VS
Professional Offices #3. By appointment, 6585118.
HEARING SOLUTIONS, INC.
Debra K. Griffin, AuD, Doctor of Audiology, is
seeing patients weekly at CMC on Tuesdays and
the second Wed. of each month. She does nonmedical diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss,
tinnitus and dizziness. We provide assistive
listening devices and hearing aids. Please call her
Live Oak office, 330-2904, to make appointments.
GAINESVILLE HEARING AID CTR.
Special on digital, programmable hearing aids.
Come by for a FREE hearing test. Gregory L.
Robbins will be at the VS on the 3rd Thur. of each
month, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. GHAC
services all brands and makes of hearing aids.
Gregory Robbins has been serving the hearing
needs of the ACV since 1984. 352-376-0095.
NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES
Nephrology Associates is usually at CMC every
other Mon., but their schedule does vary. Call
(386) 754-1766 to schedule an appointment.
PHILIP J. MOSES, JR., CPA/PFS
By appointment only, please call April Janson,
386-755-2260, ext. 3995, to schedule an appt.
DR. MC COY, PODIATRIST
Dr. McCoy is seeing patients weekly at CMC on
Tuesday mornings. Please call (904) 262-7087 to
schedule an appointment.
TAX COLLECTOR
Staff from the Suwannee Co. Tax Collector’s
office will be at the VS on the 1st Thur. of each
month from 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This service will
enable you to purchase automobile tags and pay
your property taxes. For more information, please
contact Suwannee Co. Tax Collector, Sharon
Jordan, or her staff at 362-2816, or visit the
office’s web site at www.suwanneecountytax.com.
THE VILLAGE PHARMACY AT CMC
Mon.-Fri., 9:00-5:00 – 658-5860
Closed 12:30-1:30 for lunch
Dr. John Nicely, PharmD MBA – Pharmacist
Amanda Egan, CPhT
Professional Services provided at the VS
ATTORNEY
John Moxley, Attorney at Law, will be at his VS
office on Wed., Oct. 14 and 28. Please call ahead
for an appointment at 658-1003. If no answer, let it
ring past six times and the call will be forwarded
to the Ocala office at no cost to you.
Professional Services provided elsewhere.
Jonathan's Mr. Fix It, LLC - Golf Cart, Scooter and
other Repairs. 386-249-4975.
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LISTING AGENT – CINDY HARPER
POOLE REALTY, INC. 386-658-1248 or
704-998-8636
Professional Services provided elsewhere
within the Village
SUWANNEE CO. VETERANS’ SVC.
Ellis A. Gray, CVSO, will be in the Member
Services Conf. Rm. from 8:30-11:00 a.m. on Fri.,
Oct. 16, to discuss VA benefits. Or you may call
him at 386-364-3403.
23353 Live Oak Ln.: $135,000. Great price on
this 2/2 in RW. Newly-painted kitchen cabinets
and living room, dining room and kitchen, cleaned
carpets, landscaped lot with new plantings. Come,
take another look! Large screened-in front porch
with solar shades. Bathrooms have solar tubes =
lots of natural light. Owners motivated to sell!
MLS# 89867.
23149 104th Street: $115,000 - Charming 2 br, 1
bath, 1246 sq. ft., perfect retirement or starter
home. 12x18 back closed-in porch. Large living
room; spacious kitchen & bedrooms. Lovingly
maintained; needs no major work. Large multipurpose room was used for laundry & sewing
room. Have to see to appreciate! MLS# 89838.
10214 Wildwood Circle: New Listing: $350,000.
3000 square feet of beautifully well-appointed
upgrades and features. Lot is landscaped and no
one will build directly behind. Home features 3
spacious bedrooms and two full baths, as well as a
half bath in the garage. Must see to appreciate.
MLS#92041.
LISTING AGENT - KAREN THOMAS
POOLE REALTY, INC. 386-688-2166
23324 Live Oak Ln.: $180,000 – 1,632 sq. ft., 3
br., 2 bath, 2 car garage, screened porch, front
patio MLS 89774.
Contact Cindy Harper with Poole Realty for other
properties listed in Dowling Park area. 386-6883186 or 386-658-1248.
BIRTHDAYS
October 2: Chuck Allen, Carol Johnson; 3: Bob Comerford, Helen Scott; 4: Karen Dunning, Jim McCord,
Dora Mitchell, Curt Mitchell; 5: Phyllis Moffatt; 6: Mitch Clark, Myra VanderWal; 8: Hazel Jones; 9:
Marian Clendenin; 10: Jean Allen, Robert Long, Bud Royal; 11: Sheila Bethell, Louise Grant, Nelma
Hamilton; 12: Willie Bass, Frances Culbreth, Betty DeTolve, George Dinsmore, William Lyons, Claudia
McClaine; 13: Carol McAllister; 14: Beatrice Bailes, LaVern Blust, Carolyn Whitaker; 15: Lillian Black,
Linda Ratliff, Peggy Zywica; 16: Regina Jones, Lee Lebo; 17: Glenn Kemp, Cindy McNulty; 18: Frank
Lynch; 19: Shirley Minster, Ida Wells; 20: Burt Lebo, Marjorie Pohuski; 21: Geraldine Bianchini, Suzanne
Young; 22: David Gurniak, Diane Milnes; 23: Dolores Sanchez; 25: Jo Hueston, Vida Massengill; 26: Otto
Hunerwadel; 27: Carol Hoyt, Gertie Lynch; 28: Leo Frier, Neil Johnson; 30: Edith Graham; 31: Barbara King
ANNIVERSARIES
October 1: Bill & Marty Nickerson; 2: Reet & Gretchen Tanner, 7: Bob & Joyce Comerford; 9: Herb &
Emelie Horsley, Dick & Clara Barkley; 10: Carl & June Pohlman; 12: Earl & Diane Johnson; 14: Leland &
Audrey Murray; 15: Garth & Marion Driscoll; 16: Charles & Sarah Hays; 19: Frank & Myrle Sinclair, Ernest
& Carol Hoyt, James & Carolyn Ingram; 20: Henry & Geraldine Bianchini, Tom & Barbara Richards, Robert
& Peggy Zywica; 23: Al & Lucille Mulling; 27: Grant & Patricia Jessop
Abbreviations commonly used within the FNN:
ACV
BA
BC
CH
CCC
CMC
CVH
DH
DM
DMA
PN
Advent Christian Village
Butterfield Acres
Bixler Chapel
Carter House
Copeland Community Ctr.
Copeland Medical Center
Carter Village Hall
Dowling House
Dacier Manor
Dowling Manor Area
Dowling Park North
DPS
DR
ET
GSC
IC
LH
MSO
MT
OPR
PC
POP
Dowling Park South
Depot Room
Edgewood Terrace
Good Samaritan Center
Information Center
Lawrence House
Member Services Office
Magnolia Terrace
Old Pavilion Room
Phillips Center
Park of the Pines
2
RDR
RV
RW
SMR
SS Rm
TC
TNF&M
VC
VS
WA
WG
Rumph Dining Room
Riverview Apartments
River Woods
Sawmill Room
Sunday School Room
Taylor Commons
Twice Nice Furniture & More
Village Church
Village Square
Walker Acres
Wilson Gardens