Summerfield Press - Columnists Blogs - Rafters shake at end-of-summer blowout

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Posted by: Bob Turner	10/27/2006
The folks that take care of things at our community center really went top shelf when they decided to sponsor an end-of-summer party for the Spruce Creek South residents. Marie, Chuck, Margaret, Milt and Helen all pitched in to make this first ever event a total success. The hit of the party was the stage show, which showcased the wealth of talent we have right here in our retirement haven. Master of ceremonies George Locke came up with a star-studded program that had the attendees' attention for almost 90 minutes. The show started with everyone standing and singing "God Bless America." From there the silver liners dazzled with their dance routine. Doris Dupuis, a perennial favorite, sang "Memories." Many thought she did as good a rendition as the original artist. Up next was Carole Smith performing the classic "Till there was you," with Joyce Brooks accompanying her on the piano. They were followed by Walt Smith who played "It's a small world" and " Silvered-haired Daddy of Mine" on the harmonica and guitar. Comedian Bob Tremblay had the crowd laughing with his stand-up routine of one liners. The audience gave the next duo applause even before they started their presentation. Jack Fox, the man with the golden trumpet, did "I'm confessing" with Don Standard on the ivories. The notes just oozed out of Jack's horn, and when Don took a portion of the song solo on the piano you could hear a pin drop in the room. The Spruce Creek Clown Club lent a bit of levity to the occasion several times during the show. The outfits are always original and bright, and the clowns had the residents in stitches. You would have thought Tammy Wynette was on the program when Betty Godfrey sang "Coal Miners Daughter." Another great impersonation was Mike R. who claims "he never gets any respect." He had the Rodney Dangerfield routine down pat. The next performer received a warm welcome when introduced. Wally Costello, a popular singer at this retirement community, did another great job when he sang "Portrait of My Love." A little bit of Nancy Sinatra came next with Jackie Rastbaumwieser doing a slick dance routine to "These Boots are Made for Walking." Jim Best held the attention of the audience with his guitar playing and singing the song "The Gambler." The next to final act brought the house down. Al Potts, whose motto is "the show must go on," left his oxygen apparatus for a few minutes to do another of his now famous "Tiny Tim" routines. It took several minutes after he finished for the crowd to settle down before George Locke could rap up the program with his version of "On the Road Again." After the entertainment, food and beverages were served: some of which were provided by Spruce Creek Realty. Door prizes were drawn for items, and gift certificates were won. They were donated by The Links management. From the standing ovation and all the positive comments received at the conclusion of this Spruce Creek South first, it just may become an annual event. E-mail Bob Turner at summerfieldpress@earthlink.net.>

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