Issue #13 · September 29, 2026
South of 44 Homecoming: Friday, 4–7 PM
Tomorrow (Friday, and Ike’s birthday!), wear your Rotary badges and shirts to mix and mingle “South of 44.” We are looking to engage newcomers to The Villages. The meeting space is on the far east end of the Ezell/Sawgrass property. Park near the Southern Oaks cart barn and pro shop.
Around the Room, September 29
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Around the Room, September 29]
Tomorrow (Friday), Radio 1410 AM will feature Amy’s financial wisdom from 9:00 to 11:00! Tune in!
From Boca to Pine Hills to The Villages! Matthew has experience with investors in all stages of their personal financial journey. We appreciate Matthew for his enthusiasm and immediate connection to our club members!
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Lunch special sign]
The Brown Bag lunch was well received! Look for this opportunity monthly.
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Dennis Tobin and Bob Domini]
Rare photo of Dennis Tobin! With Bob Domini! Bob, say hello to Cousin Les for us!
Rotary in ACTION!
Past President Randy Baylis survived shoulder surgery and is on the mend! Will this slow him down?
Chuck and Yong-Hee Andrean have volunteered to provide treats next week! Thank you, Matthew Nimah, for providing the calories this past Tuesday!
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Variety of cookies]
FOUND: Ron McMahon! Whew!
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Ron McMahon]
“Cool Guy” Abe’s Hilarious Story
Thirteen years ago, as a young adult, Abe left his home country of Syria for Abu Dhabi in the UAE. I guess that wasn’t expensive enough, so he moved to California! LOL! It was a huge language learning curve. Passing on sales jobs, he worked as a cleaner, in Boston Market food delivery, and then as a FedEx driver. He was able to buy a home! He met his girlfriend, and they got into real estate and mortgages.
Racing around in his Jeep one day, he was ticketed for rolling through a stop sign. Among his choices for a hearing in front of a judge, he saw Christmas Eve as a possible date. He thought the odds of the officer showing up on December 24 were slim. BUT, not one to take chances, he proposed to his girlfriend and told her they would get married December 24 at the courthouse, because NO judge would be hard-hearted enough to convict him after seeing the bride in her white dress. It worked! They now live in Ocala, have 4 kids, and he has the AC business in Lady Lake. Marhaba!
Quip from retired attorney Chuck McKone: “A life sentence for a traffic violation!”
Delsa is working on a new tri-fold handout for the Rotary Club of The Villages Noon! Thank you, Delsa!
Calendar Items
Fire Prevention Week: October 5–9
Our Rotary club loves the October tradition of reading to first graders in the Wildwood and Lady Lake schools. Each child receives their very own PERSONALIZED fire safety book to take home. See the sign-up sheets next week for availability!
Carols by Candlelight X
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Carols by Candlelight]
This year, our largest club fundraiser is pushed to December 18–20. We are encouraged to both sell and celebrate. It is fun to see our own club members on stage in a variety of roles: singing, dancing, and being even more corny than they are at Tuesday meetings. You will love it! Stay tuned for more info from President Linda, and mark your calendars!
Happy Birthday!
[PHOTO PLACEHOLDER: Birthday cake]
- Ike Mutlu: 10/2
- Rex Dugan: 10/16
- Barbara James: 10/17
October 24
- Alzheimer’s Walk: Polo grounds at 7 AM
- Polio Day Walk: Brownwood at 10 AM (see Betsy for red End Polio shirts)
- Boo Bash: Lady Lake, 5:30–8:30 PM at the Guava Street Athletic Complex (set up at 4:30)
- African American Club Golf: Doug, Ike, and Larry have formed a foursome with a friend. Want to join the fun? Click on the button below.