CALENDAR OF EVENTs

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MONDAYS - OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING  

12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Redeemer Lutheran Church 701 Valley Forge Blvd, Sun City Center. OA literature and 12 Step fellowship. Please call DELAIN  1/906-322-4495 if you have questions or just come and visit with us on Mondays.

MONDAYS - METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES HOT MEALS AT THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SUN CITY CENTER

12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Lunches are served in the Life Enrichment Center, conveniently located at 1971 Haverford Avenue, Sun City Center. No reservations are required, and all seniors are welcome to attend. The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center invites local seniors to enjoy a free healthy hot meal every Monday. The weekly lunch program offers not only a nutritious meal but also an opportunity for fellowship and community connection. Guests are encouraged to bring a friend and enjoy a welcoming atmosphere. For additional information, please contact The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center at 813-634-2539. For additional information about this event or other concerts and recitals at The United Church of Sun City Center, please call our office at 813-634-2539 or visit our website at www.lovethelight.org.

MONDAYS - SCCCA BINGO!!!

Every Monday evening from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd.

Doors open & card sales begin at 5:30 p.m. Card sales stop at 6:40 p.m. and games start at 7:00 p.m. Cost: The minimum charge is $1.00 for 2 cards.  Who: CA residents, KP residents, Sun Towers residents, Guests with Guest Passes. Gather up your chips, wands, lucky gnomes, and beanies, and head to the Community Hall for a fun-filled night! See you there!

TUE. SEP 29 - TUESDAYS KINGS POINT UKULELE JAM

10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in the Kings Point Atrium Room.  All SCC residents welcome.  Music is shown on a large screen.  Just bring your ukulele and join in the fun.

TUE. SEP 29 - TUESDAYS FRONT PORCH PICKERS

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church in SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians.  Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728 

WED. SEP 30 - THE GREAT BOOKS CLUB OF KINGS POINT AND SUN CITY CENTER WEEKLY MEETING

Every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon in the Kings Point north clubhouse to discuss selections from anthologies of short story masterpieces,  and view videos of classic plays.  Do you enjoy reading and discussing literature that has stood the test of time? The Great Books Club of Kings Point and Sun City Center is currently welcoming new members.   We are a small and friendly coed group who meet every Wednesday. Occasionally, we also read  longer books of interest to the group.   Currently, we are reading from The Oxford Book of English Short Stories, a collection of thirty-seven stories from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.  Come join us!  For more information, contact Mary Ann Beck, 813-634-1519.

WED. SEP 30 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY - The Powers of Your Mind and how utilizing hypnotherapy can benefit and extend your awareness

10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room, 951 North Course Lane. Cheryl Mitchell, Clinical Hypnotherapist will join us today with a fascinating presentation on exploring The Powers of Your Mind and how utilizing hypnotherapy can benefit and extend your awareness. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information

WED. SEP 30 - BANDSTAND GAZEBO CONCERT WITH WADE HUNT WILLIAMS

5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Cherry Hills Drive Sun City Center CA Campus. 

FRI. OCT 2 - DRIVE MY CAR BAND BRINGS THE MUSIC, MAGIC AND SPIRIT OF THE BEATLES TO SUN CITY CENTER

7:00 p.m. at 1971 Haverford Ave., Sun City Center as part of the United Methodist Church’s “Thank God It’s Variety” Concert Series. Get ready to time-travel to the 1960s, when DriveMyCar Band – a John Lennon & Beatles Tribute – takes the stage. 

DriveMyCar Band, more than a Beatles Tribute, brings live music, theatrical presentation, humor and authentic period costuming, with five men recreating the excitement, optimism and irreverent spirit of the Beatles era while taking audiences on a musical journey through some of the most beloved songs ever recorded.

Frontman Lenn Johnston brings John Lennon to life in look, voice, and spirit. Alongside him, look-alike & sound-alike “Paul,” “George” and “Ringo” capture the distinctive personalities, with virtuosic vocals and instrumental solos, while the group’s fifth man, in the role of legendary Beatles producer George Martin, adds keyboards and instrumentation that allow DriveMyCar to perform Beatles classics many four-piece bands cannot play live.

From the infectious energy of the early Beatles through the increasingly sophisticated music of their later years, DriveMyCar Band turns a concert into a theatrical trip through time — complete with comedy, audience interaction, and surprises along the way, followed by up-close Meet-&-Greet with Bandmates! Tickets: $20 in advance • $25 at the door. Tickets are now on sale for Glen Campbell and Elvis Tributes

SAT. OCT 3 - SUN CITY CENTER AUDUBON CLUB - GUEST SPEAKER, ORNITHOLOGY EXPERT DAVID GOODWIN PRESENTS "FLORIDA'S SPECIAL BIRDS."

The Audubon Club’s meetings will commence with a social gathering with refreshments at 9:15 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting at 10:00 a.m. in the Florida Room of the SCC Atrium Building off of North Pebble Beach Boulevard. Presentations begin around 10:30. Guest Speaker David Goodwin who will give a presentation about “Florida’s Special Birds.”  His lecture and slide show will discuss important facts and background information about each of our state’s “special” avian species. The National Audubon Society reports there are more than 500 species of birds that call Florida home during seasonal migrations and winter stopovers along the Atlantic Flyway.   Of that number, more than 300 different species are permanent Florida residents.  For example, the endemic Florida Scrub Jay is found nowhere else in the world and is considered threatened because of a loss of its habitat.  It is still hanging on, although in a severely limited territory here.  The iconic American Flamingo, that was wiped out in Florida at the turn of the 20th Century because of the fashion industry’s desire for its plumage, has returned to its original territory in the Everglades, after a flock was blown off course, after Hurricane Idalia struck the state in 2023.   The flock has grown since then and decided to stay. Although his full time career was as a history teacher in Pinellas County, Goodwin has spent more than 50 years in his avocation with Florida’s bird population.    He is a founding member and two-term past President of the Florida Ornithological Society.   During this same time, Goodwin has led hundreds of field trips for various Audubon Club Chapters, the Florida Ornithological Society, the Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival, the Florida Birding and Nature Festival, the Big “O” Birding Festival and the Wings and Wildflower Festival. His quest for birding has taken him throughout the Dry Tortugas and the rest of the Caribbean, the U.S. and Europe.  He is also an environmental educator at the Boyd Hill Nature Preserve in St. Petersburg. Prior to Goodwin’s lecture, Larry Walsh,  Bluebird Monitor for the Audubon Club sponsored Freedom Plaza Bluebird Trail, will give the club attendees an update on the area’s Bluebirds and their nesting boxes

SAT. OCT 3 - MUSIC ON THE GREEN RETURNS!

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Gazebo on Cherry Hills Drive, Sun City Center. Enjoy the entertainment with none other than Harold Davis with the Blues! 

SAT. OCT 3 - LEFT CENTER RIGHT CLUB

2:00 - 4:00 p.m., East Social Room, Kings Point. Join this lively dice game on the first and third Saturday of each month. Play the traditional version or try “LCR Extreme!”—a twist created by Rick Miles. Guests from outside Kings Point should let the gate know they are here for LCR. Snacks are always welcome. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org

SAT. OCT 3 - CAMP BAYOU'S OBSERVE THE MOON NIGHT PADDLE

5:00 - 9:00 p.m.. at Camp Bayou, located 3 miles south of SR674 at the end of 24th St SE in Ruskin. First walks will be for the young ones, beginning at 6pm, learning about our native nocturnal wildlife. The 7pm and later walks will be stories about past misadventures at Camp Bayou and the spirits who can't rest. Then join us by the campfire for s'mores! A donation of $5 per person is requested to help cover the cost of supplies. Registration will open in September. For those who are interested in helping with registered groups, Camp Bayou is looking for enthusiastic volunteers who love the outdoors and want to pass along that passion to others through hands-on activities, walks and canoe tours, as well as help with maintenance and exhibits. Contact Becki at 813-641-8545 or fill out the form at campbayou.org. We are mainly looking for folks to help teach school groups K-6 but there are other opportunities as well. We are also looking to fill a director position on the board. If you'd like to help guide Camp Bayou's future, consider joining us. Email Dolly for more info at campbayou@gmail.com. Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is neither a campground nor a summer camp. It was an RV park before the County's ELAP program purchased the land but it is now open for day use only, open to the general public. Through volunteers, donations, supporters and grants, the managing non-profit- B.O.L.D. - offers pre-registered programs to schools, youth groups, adult groups and families. The Center is open from Thursday- Sunday from 9am-2pm for passive recreational pursuits such as wildlife watching, nature photography and trail walks.  General admission is still FREE. The Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is a public- private partnership between Bayou Outdoor Learning and Discovery, Inc. (B.O.L.D.), and Hillsborough County Conservation & Environmental Lands Management. Check out the Camp Bayou Facebook page and for more information visit the website at http://www.campbayou.org/ or call 813-641-8545.

SAT. OCT 3 - LET'S DANCE BALLROOM DANCE CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER - COUNTRY HARVEST BALL

7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the SCC Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center. This is an open-to-the-public fundraiser event, where a portion of the proceeds will be donated to local charities. The popular Mike and Peg will provide the music.  Country Western dress is encouraged but not required.  No shorts please. BYOB. Ice, Water, Napkins and Cups provided. Club members are free. The cost to non-members is $6. There will be a singles table. For more info, call Peter Steitz at psteitz@aol.com or 608-609-0309. See you there! Also, on Tuesday nights, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.., the Let’s Dance Ballroom Dance Club provides group ballroom dance lessons in the Sun City Center Atrium Studio. The instructor is Bernice DuBro Clark. Attendance is limited to SCC CA members and guests, Freedom Plaza members and Kings Point CA Access Card Holders. For more information about the dance lessons contact Bernice DuBro-Clark (dancewithbernice@gmail.com) Cell: 813-482-6784.

SAT. OCT 3 - RECORD LAUNCH: LA LUCHA WITH VOCALIST ALLISON NASH AT THE FIREHOUSE!

7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Location: Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin. Event type: Center Stage. Performing will be La Lucha with vocalist Allison Nash doing a record launch. Have a listen to the La Lucha reel on Facebook featuring Allison Nash! https://www.facebook.com/reel/2391353941374271 Become a FCC Member and SAVE! 

Ticket Prices:

$25 Members

$30 Future Members

All Reservations are in Advance: LIMITED SEATS REMAIN Call for tickets: 813-645-7651

SUN. OCT 4 - BINGO IS GETTING SPOOKY! 

2:00 - 5:00 p.m., Sun City Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center. Bingo is getting spooky-grab your favorite lucky charms, your favorite beverage, and your friends.  It’s time for Halloween Bingo with the Campaign Against Human Trafficking- South Shore. For just a $20 entrance fee, you’ll get 10 different games, 6 cards per game, $100 coverall game!  Try your luck in the 50/50 drawing or your favorite raffle item! Wear something Halloween-y, and you’ll be entered into a special Spooky Prize Drawing! No need for a full costume- a witchy hat, pumpkin earrings, spooky socks, or just a little Halloween flair will do! Gather your favorite BOO crew and join us for an afternoon of Bingo, Laughs, and Halloween fun - while supporting a fundraiser for the Campaign Against Human Trafficking-South Shore.  Learn more about the campaign at www.cahtfl.org or contact helen4CAHTSS@gmail.com.  

MON. OCT 5 - 2026 CENTER 4LIFE LEARNING FALL SEMESTER BEGINS

The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1971 Haverford Avenue, SCC. The classes provide intellectual stimulation and fellowship with a wide variety of subjects. Class descriptions, instructor bios, class dates and times are listed on the Center 4Life Learning website: www.lovethelight /4lifelearning.

On September 24, Center 4Life Learning with The Pelican Players Community Theater will host registration day and comedy production Love Or Best Offer in the Life Enrichment Center, United Methodist Church of SCC, 1971 Haverford Avenue, SCC. There will be two shows: 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., $20. Fall class registration will held 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Register for the show on-line www.lovethelight.org/4lifelearning under Classes or at the Center office.

Fall courses include:

Art: Beginning Paper Quilling; Adventure in Crafting; Make Your Mark – Doodling; Modern Dot Art

Discussion: Chautauqua XIII; Artificial Intelligence - Revisited

Finance: Investment, Estate, and Tax Planning; What Would Happen If You Got Hit By A Bus?

Health: End-Of-Life Planning for You and Your Family; Enriching Relationships Through Self-Discovery; Plant-Powered Living: A Holistic Approach to Vibrant Health; Therapeutic Writing Can Enhance 12-Step Recovery

History: The Amazing Adames; High Altitude Reconnaissance During the Cold War

Language: Sign Language; Beginners Conversational Spanish Level II & Level III

Live Theater: Fun With Improv

Technology: Smartphone Pictures – How to Take, Store, and Share; Streaming Movies, TV, Music

1971 Haverford Ave.

Sun City Center, FL 33573

Phone (813) 634-2539

Web: lovethelight.org

Email: Center4Life Learning also has day trips. Visit website at www.lovethelight/4lifelearning for

more information, register on-line for classes, for the show (register under Classes) and trips or

visit the Center 4Life Learning office. The Center 4Life Learning office is open, Monday

through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Credit card, check, and cash are accepted in the Center

office. Sign up today. For more information, call 813-634-8607 or email

center4life@sccumc.com. For additional information about this event or other concerts and recitals at The United Church of Sun City Center, please call our office at 813-634-2539 or visit our website at www.lovethelight.org.

TUE. OCT 6  - FIRE SAFETY

10:30 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 701 Valley Forge Blvd., SCC. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue will present a program that will provide essential education and safety skills to protect your home against the risks of fire. The program covers topics such as smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and escape planning. Participants will get hands-on experience by practicing with a virtual fire extinguisher. A light lunch will be served following the presentation. The event is free, but registration is required.  To register, call the church office at 813-634-1292 by October 4th and leave your name and phone number.  

TUE. OCT 6 - BETH ISRAEL SISTERHOOD PRESENTS "Mosaic Mirrors - Make It and Take It"

1:00 p.m. Beth Israel’s Sisterhood members will learn to make Mosaic Mirrors in their social hall at 1115 East Del Webb Blvd, Sun City Center. The instructor, Robin Blumberg, has been working with stain glass for over 45 years. She thought it would be fun to venture out and try mosaics. Everyone will be given a circular mirror piece plus glass, supplies and mosaic tiles. Each attendee will choose a color and Ms. Blumberg will walk everyone through the process. Refreshments will be served. For information on this fun event, or to join Sisterhood, contact Donna at sisterhood@jcscc.org. Joining Sisterhood is a great way to meet other women and share fun times while watching, and participating in, interesting programs. Future Sisterhood programs include paid up membership luncheon featuring the Bella A Capella Singers, Chanukah party featuring women and men Reader's Theater, Women's Reader's Theater,  “Living Mirror Improv Players," Sisterhood Shabbat, Women's History Month program,  Passover Women’s Seder/luncheon, and Lunch/Installation of Officers with entertainment.

TUE. OCT 6 - TUESDAYS FRONT PORCH PICKERS

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church in SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians.  Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728 

TUE. OCT 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 WEEKS) - LET'S DANCE BALLROOM DANCE CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER GROUP DANCE LESSONS

4:00 PM – Beginning – Cha Cha - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

5:00 PM – Intermediate – Cha Cha - Must have beginner level Cha Cha before attending

6:00 PM – Advanced – Cha Cha - Must have had the Intermediate Level before attending

7:00 PM – Beginning/Intermediate – Polka - Getting you ready for October festivals and Parties

Location: Atrium Dance Studio, Central (North) Campus, 1009 North Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, 

Contact:     Bernice DuBro-Clark (dancewithbernice@gmail.com) Cell: 813-482-6784. Cost: $34 per person for a 4-week course. Or $9 per class.  Open only to SCC C.A. Members and Kings Point Residents with $30 Access Card. Bring Cash or Checks payable to: Let’s Dance Ballroom Dance Club.

TUE. OCT 6 - 2027 VESTA FOLLIES INFORMATIONAL MEETING

5:00 pm.  in the Kings Point North Clubhouse Waterside Room. South Shore area residents interested in participating in the 2027 Follies are encouraged to attend. The 42nd musical variety show featuring over 50 talented individuals will be performed on the big stage in the Kings Point Veterans Theater. Organizers say the session will cover audition guidelines, show theme, and volunteer opportunities for the upcoming production on March 12 & 13, 2027. Attendees will have the chance to meet the production team, ask questions, and learn how to get involved, whether they are seasoned performers or first-time volunteers. For more information, contact Linda Stone at 319-481-7897 or wapsigal@hotmail.com

WED. OCT 7 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - ‘Divinity of the I AM-deepen your divine spark’

10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room, 951 North Course Lane. Helena Falcon, Cassadaga Medium, Energy Healer and Reiki Master presents ‘Divinity of the I AM-deepen your divine spark’. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted One visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information.

WED. OCT 7 - KINDRED SPIRITS

3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Waterside Room, Kings Point. Join us in welcoming attorney Scott Fitzpatrick from Owens Law Group as he speaks about Lady Bird Deeds. This is a special deed that enables you to leave your home to your heirs outside of trusts and probate. Scott also addresses documents every senior should have as they enter their golden years. Come curious and armed with your questions. Open to all residents of 33573. Kindred Spirits has spent the last 5 years bringing thoughtful content to our residents at no charge. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org

THU. OCT 8 - CRAFT BEER & WINE CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER - "FERMENTING FANATICS"

1:30 p.m., Waterside Room, Kings Point North Clubhouse. It’s that time of the year again! Oktoberfest! Bring your offerings in true fashion as we sip on stouts, ales and pilsners. The club meets on the second Thursday of each month to share tastings, learn about the fermenting process, and enjoy field trips to local establishments. For more details, visit facebook.com/groups/craftbeerandwineclub. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org 

THU. OCT 8 - THE COMPUTER CLUB 

6:00 p.m. in the Florida room, Judy Taylour will present “Cybercriminals Are Targeting Seniors: How to Stay One Step Ahead”, where she will explore these scams, explain how they work, and provide strategies to stay one step ahead. The Computer Club Lab is open from 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. every day except Sunday. Come into the Lab to register for a class. Student must be a member in good standing at Sun City Center or Kings Point. Tuition is payable, by cash or check, upon registration. For additional information email: Debra Vance Shimerda, Education Director at education@scccomputer.org. Listed here are brief descriptions of the classes being offered. For all the details, go to the Computer Club website www.scccomputerclub.org. Detailed information is also available in the computer lab.

FRI. OCT 9 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 

1:00 p.m. Waterside Room Kings Point. We are pleased to welcome back Dr. Petito. Dr. G. Timothy Petito is an internationally known author and lecturer in various topics relating to ocular care. Dr. Petito has published several books and numerous articles in national publications and still serves in editorial positions. He has been in practice in St Petersburg for 30+ years. Dr. Petito specializes not only in Low Vision but focuses on seniors. The Low Vision Support Group meets on the second Friday of each month to provide information, resources, and encouragement for the low vision and blind community. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org

SAT. OCT 10 - HARVEST MOON DANCE 

7:00 - 9:00 p.m., SCC Community Hall,  1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. This is an Open-to-the Public Fundraiser to contribute to Mary & Martha House’s $15,000 fund for the families of the 3 HCSO officers injured in local area violence. Popular DJ Couple Mike and Peg will be playing all your favorite dance styles, including ballroom, country, and swing, as well as a few fun line dances that always delight.  Requests are welcome. Harvest Moon photo backdrops will be available – so wear your best Fall outfits. You may go home with one of the Harvest Moon door prizes! Sun City Center Dance Club members attend free.  All others $6 at the door.  Singles always welcome.  BYOB to celebrate while helping Mary & Martha House reach their fundraising goal. For questions or additional information, contact Sue Hicks at 813-633-6682 or suesgeorge2@gmail.com

TUE. OCT 13 - TUESDAYS FRONT PORCH PICKERS

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church in SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians.  Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728 

TUE. OCT 13, 20, 27 (4 WEEKS) - LET'S DANCE BALLROOM DANCE CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER GROUP DANCE LESSONS

4:00 PM – Beginning – East Coast Swing - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

5:00 PM – Intermediate – East Coast Swing & Variations  - Must have beginner level EC Swing training before entering.

6:00 PM – Beginning – Country Two-Step - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

7:00 PM –Intermediate – Country Two-Step - Must have knowledge of Basic Country Two-Step.

Location: Atrium Dance Studio, Central (North) Campus, 1009 North Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573. Contact: Bernice DuBro-Clark (dancewithbernice@gmail.com) Cell: 813-482-6784 - Cost: $34 per person for a 4-week course. Or $9 per class.  Open only to SCC C.A. Members and Kings Point Residents with $30 Access Card. Bring Cash or Checks payable to: Let’s Dance Ballroom Dance Club.

WED. OCT 14 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - ‘Out-of-Body Travel and Extraterrestrials’ 

10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room, 951 North Course Lane. Greg Martins, Nasa Engineer, Akashic specialist, out of body and UFO enthusiast and author brings us ‘Out-of-Body Travel and Extraterrestrials’ today with this fascinating talk. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted One visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information. THIS WEDNESDAY OPEN-TO PUBLIC for-$5.00 ENTRY FEE

WED. OCT 14 – PASSWORDS TO PASSKEYS - THE COMPUTER CLUB

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. $5 Members $10 Non-Members

Passwords have been around for thousands of years, long before computers ever existed. Most of us have been trying to get our passwords under control since the beginning of the computer age. Passwords are essentially used to authenticate a user. PassKeys are a new and potentially better way to do just that. This class will discuss passwords, passkeys, and general security concerns. Available to CA and KP members only.

WED. OCT 14 - UF/IFAS EXTENSION WEBINAR - MEDICARE & HEALTH INSURANCE FOR EARLY RETIREES

All are 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. EST, Cost = Free

October 14, Health Insurance Options for Early Retirees info & registration, https://go.ufl.edu/hio2026

WED. OCT 14 & THU. OCT 15 - PELICAN PLAYERS CABARET SINGERS PRESENT "ROAD TRIP USA!" 

This musical celebration takes place on Wednesday, October 14 @ 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, October 15 @ 1:30 p.m. in the Veteran's Theater at Kings Point, 1900 Clubhouse Dr,  Sun City Center.  Doors open one half hour prior to each show.  Tickets are on sale for $15.00 at the Kings Point box office.  Tickets will also be sold at the door before each performance. In recognition of America's 250th Birthday, the Pelican Players Cabaret Singers present “Road Trip USA”,  directed by Ron Deitch and Mary Anne Moseley-Sapia. The show is a musical journey through our country, featuring well known hits celebrating our many cities and states.  Hits such as “Kansas City”, “New York, NewYork”, ”Oklahoma”, and “California Dreamin'”.  Well, you get the idea.  Feel free to sing along down "Country Roads" or "On Broadway".   BYOB.  Cabaret and bleacher seating available.  Join some of your favorite Cabaret Singers for an evening of fun and memories. All Pelican Players shows are open to the public! 

THU. OCT 15 – AI ASSISTANTS - THE COMPUTER CLUB

9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Free to Members $5 Non-Members

Discover how AI Assistants can simplify everyday life. This beginner-friendly session explains what artificial intelligence is, how AI assistants work, and introduces the five leading AI tools – ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude, and Perplexity. Designed especially for seniors, this informative presentation concludes with a Questions and Answers session. Available to CA and KP members only.

THU. OCT 15 - PIZZA AND A MOVIE AT ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Come early and visit for the doors will open at 4:30 p.m. at 1239 W. Del Webb Sun City Center, Fl.  Serving will begin at 5:00 p.m. with an assortment of pizzas, homemade cakes, and a variety of soft drinks.  The movie, Don't Say "Good Luck", is a really good movie you shouldn't miss and will begin at 5:30 p.m.  The $8.00 tickets are on sale in the church office Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to 1:00pm.  For more information call the church office at (813) 634-1252. 

FRI. OCT 16 - MUSIC ON YOUR DEVICES - THE COMPUTER CLUB

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. $10 Members $15 Non-Members

Music can be played on all of your devices; computer, tablet, smartphone and car infotainment system, all you need is a music player and music files. Music files can be purchased or obtained from any of the CDs in your Music CD collection. This class will explore music, music files, and music players. The class will also demonstrate how to use Windows Media Player to convert (Rip) music on your CDs to files you can play on all your devices. Available to CA and KP members only.

FRI. OCT 16 - GLEN CAMPBELL'S LONGTIME BANDLEADER JEFF DAYTON BRINGS ACCLAIMED "SALUTE TO GLEN CAMPBELL" TO SUN CITY CENTER

7:00 p.m. at the Sun City Center United Methodist Church, 1971 Haverford Avenue, Sun City Center Florida. Music lovers and fans of legendary entertainer Glen Campbell are in for an unforgettable night of music and memories. Jeff Dayton, Glen Campbell’s bandleader and guitarist for 15 years, will present his acclaimed show, "Salute To Glen Campbell - Our Years Together," Dayton, who served as Campbell’s right-hand man, musical director, and close confidant, brings a deeply personal perspective to the stage. This one-of-a-kind evening goes far beyond a standard tribute concert. Audiences will experience authentic, firsthand accounts of Campbell’s extraordinary journey—from his humble beginnings in a poor Arkansas family, to his legendary studio days with the Wrecking Crew in Los Angeles, to his decades of global super-stardom. The performance will feature masterful, live renditions of Campbell's greatest timeless hits, including "Wichita Lineman," "Gentle On My Mind," and "Rhinestone Cowboy." Interwoven with the music are the intimate, behind-the-scenes stories that only someone who shared the stage and the road with Campbell for over a decade could tell. The result is a deeply moving production filled with laughter, cherished memories, and even a few tears. “Living on the road and working side-by-side with Glen was an incredible honor," says Dayton. "This show is my way of keeping his musical legacy alive and sharing the true heart of the man I knew with the fans who loved him." Tickets are $20 Advance $25 At the Door and are available at the Pages of Life Book Store Sun 9:30-12:30 and M-Th-10:00-2:00, Church Office M-Th 8:30-4:00 and online at lovethelight.org/events. Tickets are also now available to purchase for The Elvis Tribute Alzheimer’s Fundraiser. For additional information about this and other concerts and recitals, please contact Steve Krogh, Concert Series Coordinator, at 949-842-9616. To learn more about the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, please visit our website at lovethelight.org.

FRI. OCT 16 - AGATHA CHRISTIE: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS AT THE FIREHOUSE!

7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin. Event type: Center Stage. A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. With the killer still on board, legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on stage in a production filled with suspense, intrigue, humor, and unexpected twists. MacBeth & Cheese presents its latest production, Agatha Christie’s MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig. AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS is presented by arrangement with Concorde Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. Come out and join us to experience this classic thriller! 

This event is also offered on the following dates:

Friday, Oct 16 @7:30 pm.

Saturday, Oct 17 @7:30 pm.

Sunday, Oct 18 Matinee @3:00 pm.

Friday, Oct 23 @7:30 pm.

Saturday, Oct 24 @7:30 pm.

Sunday, Oct 25 Matinee @3:00 pm.

CALL FOR TICKETS: 813-645-7651 Become a FCC Member and SAVE! Ticket Prices: $25 Members $30 Future Members

SAT. OCT 17 - LEFT CENTER RIGHT CLUB

2:00 - 4:00 p.m., East Social Room, Kings Point. Join this lively dice game on the first and third Saturday of each month. Play the traditional version or try “LCR Extreme!”—a twist created by Rick Miles. Guests from outside Kings Point should let the gate know they are here for LCR. Snacks are always welcome. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org

SAT. OCT 17 - SUN CITY CENTER KITCHEN MASTERS CLUB MEETING

Meetings are held from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month in the Eberhardt room (North Campus next to the lawn bowling greens).  The Kitchen Masters theme for the 2026/27 season will be "Regional Food".  This topic aligns with other festivities going on throughout the USA as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.   The Kitchen Masters club of SCC is open to all SCC members, Freedom Plaza members and Kings Point Members with a KP Club Usage Card. Dues are $25 annually. If you are not a member but would like to join us, please call Maria Hodge at 856-981-9992 or reach out at Facebook (Kitchenmasters Of SCC).

SUN. OCT 18 - THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OS SUN CITY CENTER PRESENTS SPECIAL ORGAN, VIOLIN & CELLO RECITAL

3:00 p.m. at The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1971 Haverford Ave. in Sun City Center. Special Offer: For The Sunday Classical Concerts to help inspire our youth and provide a special family memory, all Children and Grandchildren will be admitted free with a paid parent(s) ticket. So please, take advantage of this special offer and bring the whole family. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door and are available at the Pages of Life Book Store Sun 9:30-12:30 and M-Th-10:00-2:00, the Church Office M-Th 8:30-4:00, and online at lovethelight.org/events. Also tickets are now available for upcoming Beatles, Glen Campbell and Elvis Tribute Concerts on Fridays. For additional information about this and other concerts and recitals at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, please contact Steve Krogh, Concert Series Coordinator, at 949-842-9616. To learn more about the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, please visit our website at www.lovethelight.org.

MON. OCT 19 – BUYING A COMPUTER - THE COMPUTER CLUB

9:00 – 11:00 a.m.  $5 Members $10 Non-Members

This class discusses how much RAM you will require, which kind of drive suits your needs, whether to buy on-line or in-person, and if a warranty is worth the expense. Available to CA and KP members only.

MON. OCT 19 - PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP

1:30 - 3:00 p.m., Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr., SCC. Jill Mask is a fitness professional with over 10 years of experience in contributing to Parkinson's Support groups and will have helpful hints for the topics discussed at each meeting.  Her dedication to assisting group members in managing PD shines through.  This month she is talking Big and Loud! Meetings are held on the third Monday of every month and offer information, resources, and encouragement for those living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. Meetings start with light exercises followed by group discussion. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org OR Jill Mask – 612-554-2559 and jmmask59@gmail.com.

TUE, THU, SAT, OCT 20, 22, 24 – THREE DAY COMPUTER CLASS FOR BEGINNERS - THGE COMPUTER CLUB

9:00 – 11:00 a.m. $15 Members $20 Non-Members

This class is designed for those new to computers. The class begins with customizing your desktop and moves on to sending emails, browsing the internet and computer organization. Available to CA and KP members only.

TUE. OCT 20 - SOUTH BAY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING

Beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the South Hillsborough Elks Lodge 2672, at 1630 S. U.S. Hwy 41, Ruskin. There is an optional Round Table Discussion, Followed by a sit-down luncheon at noon. Following the luncheon at 1:00P.M., our guest speaker is Peggy Jude. Peggy’s presentation will be “Coming to America.”   This program traces the major waves of immigration to America. The cost is $18 per person, which includes the meal and presentation. We now offer regular, vegetarian, or lactose free meals. For reservations and meal choice please call Vicki at 360-608-1647. Make your checks payable to SBGS, and mail to South Bay Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 5202, Sun City Center, Fl. 33571. Your check must be received in our P.O. Box by Oct. 11th. Please allow 4-5 days for the mail to arrive. You can also pay ahead of time at Septembers meeting.

TUE. OCT 20 - TUESDAYS FRONT PORCH PICKERS

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church in SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians.  Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728 

TUE. OCT 20, 27 (4 WEEKS) - LET'S DANCE BALLROOM DANCE CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER GROUP DANCE LESSONS

4:00 PM – Beginning – East Coast Swing - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

5:00 PM – Intermediate – East Coast Swing & Variations  - Must have beginner level EC Swing training before entering.

6:00 PM – Beginning – Country Two-Step - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

7:00 PM –Intermediate – Country Two-Step - Must have knowledge of Basic Country Two-Step.

Location: Atrium Dance Studio, Central (North) Campus, 1009 North Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573. Contact: Bernice DuBro-Clark (dancewithbernice@gmail.com) Cell: 813-482-6784 - Cost: $34 per person for a 4-week course. Or $9 per class.  Open only to SCC C.A. Members and Kings Point Residents with $30 Access Card. Bring Cash or Checks payable to: Let’s Dance Ballroom Dance Club.

TUE. OCT 20 - CAMPAIGN AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING - SOUTHSHORE - The Unseen Chains: Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking

6:00 p.m. in the Caper Room, Sun City Center Atrium, 954 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Presented by the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Shayla Gonzalez. Human trafficking and sexual violence remain two of the most

complex crimes affecting individuals, families, and communities across the nation. The Unseen Chains: Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking is an intermediate-level lecture designed to enhance participants’ understanding of the intersections between sexual violence and human trafficking, the mechanisms of exploitation, and the vital role of coordinated community and organizational responses. This workshop seeks to equip the public and service providers with the practical tools necessary to identify, respond to, and support survivors of trafficking and sexual violence through trauma-responsive collaborative lenses. THERE WILL ALSO HAVE A LEGISLATIVE UPDATE WITH BRIAN HAMMER.

WED. OCT 21 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Trisha Kirby presents ‘How to Create Magical Mystical Moments in your life.’

10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room, 951 North Course Lane.  Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted One visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information.

THU. OCT 22 - META GLASS USER GROUP

1:00 – 2:30 pm., Waterside Room, Kings Point. We will have another round of basics. How to help yourself with youtube. Our second time we did this it was a great tool to fix a specific challenge. We love using youtube to help ourselves. Do you have a task you are wanting to accomplish? Let us know. We meet the 4th Thursday of every month so please add to your calendars! Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org

SAT. OCT 24 - HALLOWEEN MUSIC BINGO

2:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Florida Room at the Atrium, 945 N. Course Lane, Sun City. Center. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. What do you get when you add fun + music + prizes + raffles+ 50/50 + costumes? Halloween Music Bingo! If this sounds like an enjoyable afternoon for you, join the American Association of University Women for a fund-raiser to sponsor and encourage local girls in careers in science, engineering, technology, and math. Through our Tech Trek program, the girls will be invited to spend a week in college. They will live on campus and be inspired by classes taught by women scientists. You will be enjoying a rollicking musical afternoon while also contributing to the future of these girls. Tickets will be available at the Atrium kiosk on October 6, 8, 13, and 15 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Tickets will not be sold at the door. BYOB and snacks. You can also call Kathy Eckhart at 847-809-6986 for tickets or more info.

SUN. OCT 25 - SCCCA VARIETY SHOW!

Doors open at 1:00 p.m. with show from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Discover the talent that exists in our amazing community – Singers, Dancers, Magicians, Stand-up Comedians, Storytellers and Conrad, the mind-reading Puppet. Tickets are $15/pp. If you can’t make it to the Atrium, contact nmccall@suncitycenter.org to arrange picking up your tickets at “Will Call” on the night of the event. Enjoy an entertaining, lazy Sunday afternoon with your friends & neighbors. Lunch, sodas, cookies & ice cream available for purchase. BYOB.

SUN. OCT 25 - "BELL 'A' CAPPELLA" UNDER THE DIRECTION OF FAYE NEPON PRESENTS "THE BEST OF BELLA"

3:00 p.m. in the Waterside Room of KP North Clubhouse, 1900 Clubhouse Drive, Sun City Center. The show will feature a wide variety of accapella music including Madrigals, pop music, folk songs, spirituals, American Standards, and catchy commercial jingles. Bell 'a' Cappella singers are Paula Spangler Klein, Cindy Onofrio, Donna Fiore, Jayann Michael, Debbie Collins, Diane Daugherty, and Linda Wrhen. The show is free to the public and donations are gratefully accepted.

MON. OCT 26  - RENOWNED GREGG UNTERBERGER COMING TO SUN CITY CENTER

5:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building, 945-A North Course Lane, SCC. Renowned Edgar Cayce A.R.E. Speaker Gregg Unterberger Coming to Sun City Center. The Sun City Center Metaphysical Society invites the entire community to a Transformational Journey presentation 

Featured Presentation: “The Quickening: Leaping Ahead on Your Spiritual Journey”—a profound journey beyond the veil of time. Tickets: Advance tickets are $20 and may be purchased at the kiosk or by calling 727-656-7922 to pay by credit card. Tickets purchased at the door are   $25.More Information: Contact Holli Cantrell at 443-745-5015. Support Our Community: Attend this special event and support the club fundraiser. Profits will help purchase a Patient Lift Assist device for our community Emergency Squad.

TUE. OCT 27 - TUESDAYS FRONT PORCH PICKERS

2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church in SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians.  Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728 

TUE. OCT 27 - STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

3:00 -4:00 pm., Ripple Room, Kings Point. We are excited to bring this support group to our local residents. There was one at Kings Point that is no longer in existence, but we are here to fix that! Debra Battistella, Kings Point resident and Occupational therapist will be our facilitator. This group is for stroke survivors and their care partners to share experiences, learn from each other, and receive emotional support while adjusting to life after a stroke. Gain practical strategies, discuss recovery and prevention, and build both confidence and community in daily life. Questions; Contact: Michelle Mason– 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org or Debra Battistella 813-308-9511 or debrabattistella@creativeconceptsot.com

TUE. OCT 27 (4 WEEKS) - LET'S DANCE BALLROOM DANCE CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER GROUP DANCE LESSONS

4:00 PM – Beginning – East Coast Swing - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

5:00 PM – Intermediate – East Coast Swing & Variations  - Must have beginner level EC Swing training before entering.

6:00 PM – Beginning – Country Two-Step - This Class is for beginners and refreshing.

7:00 PM –Intermediate – Country Two-Step - Must have knowledge of Basic Country Two-Step.

Location: Atrium Dance Studio, Central (North) Campus, 1009 North Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573. Contact: Bernice DuBro-Clark (dancewithbernice@gmail.com) Cell: 813-482-6784 - Cost: $34 per person for a 4-week course. Or $9 per class.  Open only to SCC C.A. Members and Kings Point Residents with $30 Access Card. Bring Cash or Checks payable to: Let’s Dance Ballroom Dance Club.

WED. OCT 28 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - ‘Florida Paranormal Haunted Places’

10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room, 951 North Course Lane. Todd Curran, Master Numerologist and Metaphysical teacher shares ‘Florida Paranormal Haunted Places’ with his power point presentation and stories of paranormal activity in Florida. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted One visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information.

THU, OCT 29 - THE GERMAN AMERICAN CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST DINNER DANCE!

The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. so bring your dancing shoes and appetite and join us at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd, SCC. The date has again been pushed back to allow for the attendance of more returning Snowbirds. The entertainment will be provided by the renowned Martin Gross and the Sonnenschein Express. Our friend has recently retired from his longtime gig at the German Pavillion at EPCOT, but looks forward to being with us again. The event will be catered by community favorites Banquet Masters. The menu will include chicken schnitzel, bratwurst, and spinach and mushroom lasagna, with the appropriate sides. Tickets for members will be $30.00, with a cost of $40.00 for non-members. This is the same as the past several years! Checks made payable to the German American Club of Sun City Center should be mailed to or dropped off at one of the following addresses:

Robert Stubing 1214 Peridot Lane, SCC, 973 670-2317

Wolfgang Kesselring 2042 Grantham Greens Dr., SCC 860 307-3342

Contact either club president John Pryor at 860 402-2078, or the members listed below for further information. Be sure to include any requested seating arrangements with your payment. Again, it will be wonderful to see you all again! Or as they say in Germany: WILLKOMEN ZURUCK!

FRI. OCT 30 - LIVE IN CONCERT - SAXOPHONE RECORDING ARTIST, EIRINN ABU HOSTED BY THE GFWC SUN CITY CENTER WOMAN'S CLUB!

4:00 - 5:30 p.m. at the SCC Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Blvd. SCC. Doors open at 3:00 for a silent auction, sponsor tables, additional entertainment, and dessert.  BYOB and snacks. All net proceeds from this fundraiser event benefit numerous local charities including Tunnel 2 Towers in Bradenton, food pantries, and Campaign Against Human Trafficking survivors. Eirinn was recognized as a 2025 World Entertainment Award winner.  He has collaborated with artists like Dolly Parton and with members of the Miami Sound Machine. Tickets are only $25 and may be purchased with cash or check payable to the GFWC SCC Woman's Club,  For more information contact sccwomansclubfund@gmail.com or Shawna at 302-740-4098, Tickets are being sold each Wednesday and Friday at the SCC Atrium on 945 N. Course Lane from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. The GFWC SCC Woman's Club Club will host an afternoon of fun, and live music by worldwide entertainer, Eirinn Abu.

FRI. OCT 30 - HAUNTED CASINO NIGHT AT THE MORTUARY! Get ready for a spooky night of fun, games, and prizes

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. at National Cremation and Burial Society, 308 East College Ave., Ruskin, FL

🎰 What to Expect: Light nibbles and DJ, Funny money provided for casino-style games, Opportunity baskets & prizes, 2 drink tickets. Costumes are encouraged!

Adults Only - 💰 Tickets/Donations: $45 in advance, $50 at the door. 🎟️ To purchase tickets, please visit our website: www.gfwcruskinwomansclub.org - All proceeds benefit the Ruskin Woman’s Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We hope you’ll join us for a hauntingly fun evening! 🦇🎃