1601 W. Josephine St., Lakeland, FL - July 2016

Hickory HillsHappenings

Kate Sherman - Editorkatesherman3h@gmail.com

Helen Roy with the 2015-2016 HOA service award – you make our community a better place with your service

and grace.

Luis Santiago’s front yard in June helps beautify our park.

Hedge in beautiful bloom at the corner of Saddle Trail and Chapparal – I believe at Cynthia Anthony’s home?

Things to do in and around Lakeland under $10

Interior of Florida Air Museum at Sun-N-Fun

Hickory Hills HappeningsPage 2BIRTHDAYS

02 Fred Clements06 Tom Edes09 Joe Sherman David White 10 Ellen Golm Carol Harris11 John Cometti Jim Ryan 12 Carol Cometti Ramona Bashaw13 Betty Dalton14 Jon James Charlie White15 Dave Currier Shirley Jones Nancy Ziegler16 Millie King17 Andy George Chuck Wilson19 Deanna Burgess Lynn Kellogg20 Louise Bouffard Barbara Chase Bob Minter Pat Ray Joyce Sullivan21 Kathy Duggan22 Jerald Hagenbuch24 Cliff Chester Gregory Currier27 Tony Abarca Greg Wilson

ANNIVERSARIES

01 Peter Letourneau & Kathy Duggan03 Doug & Joyce Amon 07 Bruce & Bev Parker Rick & Evelyn Shannon 13 Arnie & Joan Lucia 14 Harold Watkins & Joyce Brush15 James and Margaret Murphy22 Don & Susan Rowe 24 John & Sandy Draper Jerald & Yvonne Hagenbuch 27 Jim & Connie Wood 28 Marvin & Karen Wampler Merv & Diane Mortimore31 Greg & Gloria Henschel

AUXILLARY RESIDENT DIRECTORY

These are the corrections for our Resident Picture Directory:

We will try to keep information updated IF we have the information.

We realize that we aren’t perfect but will TRY to keep everyone updated.

A little correction fluid will keep your book clean No corrections this month.Make Changes in your book. Barb Bader will have

books available for purchase over the summer for $17.50.

I grew up living paycheck to paycheck, but through hard work and perseverance I now live direct deposit to direct deposit.

RESIDENT'S NEWS

Jessica Wilson and Mary Patchen traveled to their respective northern homes to be with ill relatives. Our thoughts and prayers go with them as they journey. Joe Sherman is visiting children in Ohio, then Kate is joining him for a trip through New England where they will be staying a few days in Laurie and Tom Edes cabin in Maine. Mary Ellis is visiting Jack Hines for a few weeks this month.

Let your editor know by email or phone if you want your news in this publication and it will be added in this section.

GET WELL WISHESPlease keep these residents and friends in your prayers

as they battle illness or other crises in their lives: Bob Minter, Sue Day & Greg Wilson.

SUNFLOWERS ON THE RANCH

This article was promised for the June newsletter, but got lost somehow before print. Helen Sokolowski, Joe and Kate Sherman attended this local event on a beautiful May day and were lucky enough to speak with one of the owners about the motivations behind the events that are held 3 times each year, all with a different theme. January/February has a strawberry theme, May the sunflowers, October a corn maze. The ranch is located on Charlie

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BINGO:Check the bulletin board for clubhouse Bingo, usually

held on Tuesday evening.We will resume regular Bingo the second TuesdayRe

of Nov., the 8th, same times as last season. Card sales begin at 5 pm and end 6:15 pm sharp. Calling starts at 6:30 pm. Thanks to all, see you next fall!

COFFEE HOUR

Come join us every Friday morning at 9:00a.m. for coffee and doughnuts. We talk about upcoming events and park news. It is a lot of fun! You might even hear a joke or two!

HORSESHOES:Everyone is welcome to play anytime on

the horseshoe pits next to the Shuffleboard courts.

Taylor Rd. about 2 miles north of I-4 and a mile or so west of County Line Rd. For details on these events look online for www.foxsquirrelcornmaze.com. The following was taken from their website:

The Futch Family on the Single R Ranch in Plant City, Florida hosts these events . We were awarded the Farm Family of the year by Hillsborough County in 2015, we are very proud of this achievement as we have worked hard for many years. The ranch has been in our family since 1920, five (5) generations. Our Grandfather, Ralph, began putting together the ranch in the 20's and 30's which became 2000 acres of land for raising cattle and citrus. Our Dad, Alvin Futch, purchased the ranch and cattle operation in 1972 from his dad and continues to operate a smaller portion of the ranch today. And yes, the children, grandchildren and great grandchildren still help with the chores when dad needs an extra hand!

We spoke with one of the sons who organizes and hosts the events each year. The purpose behind the events is to support the farm going forward to protect it from development and preserve this family farm for future generations. By “farming people” during farm tourism events, the Futch family earns enough in work and fun filled weekends to supplement the farm's income from a smaller cattle operation and the 60 acres of strawberries they plant each year. Another goal of family is educate the people who come to their farm about farm life: what it looks like, how it works and possible farm careers to encourage new generations of agriculture careers. Mr. Futch also spoke a bit about the specific goals of the events: to provide a pleasant country atmosphere that is fun and family-friendly so visitors to the farm can get a taste of rural living while also learning a bit about farm careers.

We enjoyed a walk through the sunflowers, taking lots of pictures of flowers and spanish moss draped oak trees, browsing the vendor tents with crafts on display, eating a lunch prepared by friends of the family on picnic tables set up on the grounds, going through a small gift shop in a barn, visiting cattle and goats, watching children play on the activities set up around the grounds and strolling on a short nature walk back through a grove next to the event grounds. A wonderful, relaxing day! These events are a great slower paced place to take children who are visiting.

POOL SCHMOOZEEnjoy chatting with other members of our community

around the two pools here. Cooler weather sees most people around the main heated pool at the clubhouse and hotter weather find us late morning/early afternoon at the adult pool. New park residents – this is a great way to get to know your neighbors!

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.

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PARK SPEED LIMIT:

It is posted all over the park. The speed limit is 15 MPH. Please obey this in order to keep our neighborhood safe. When walking always face on coming traffic. Light colored clothing should be worn at night and carry a flash light. Ride your bicycle with the traffic and obey the stop signs and one way signs. It is always better to be safe than sorry. Use caution whether you are walking, riding a bicycle or using a golf cart. Be safe and have fun!

PARK 2016 TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES:

With the help of street captains I have tried to deliver a copy of the new 2016 directory to everyone. The street captains and I have a few copies if you were missed and didn’t get one. If any of your information changes please send it to me so it can be updated. A special thanks to the publisher PCI Communications. They print them at no charge to us. One directory per household please so there are enough for everyone.

PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET:

Use the doggie walk on Corral Dr if you are able. Please take along a little bag to clean up after your pet. Please respect other peoples property as you would expect them to respect yours. Thanks for your cooperation. There has been an increase in complaints about this issue.

SUITCASE MINISTRIES:

Sponsored by the Presbyterian Church, collect and refurbish suitcases for children in foster care. This will allow them to carry their personal belongings. Nancy Smith 803 Corral Dr 863-680-1383 is involved in this. Please contact her or drop off your suitcase to her. She will see that it gets into the correct hands for distribution. Thank you!

SUMMER SHUFFLEBOARD:

Join in this fun game every Monday and Thursday @ 8 pm to play under the lights. New players are welcome and

instructions are provided… along with loaner sticks! No experience necessary. Contact Joe

Sherman at 1504 Estate Drive with questions.

POTLUCK

No potluck in July as there is a July 4th celebration hosted by the HOA. Tim Griffie and Nancy Overpeck oversee this meal where the meat is provided and you bring along a side dish to share along with your table service and drink. Remember to help clean off the food tables, put away hot pads, wash serving spoons, dump and rinse out the coffeepot, put chairs back, and wipe down tables and kitchen counters. May sweep and mop if necessary.

PARK RESIDENT VEHICLE I.D. STICKERS

Available for purchase from Wayne Iles mid-October thru mid-April. When placed in your vehicles rear driver’s side window, you will be identified as a resident of our park. Thanks for your cooperation.

THEY'RE BITING TODAY

“Poor Old fool,” thought the gentleman as he watched an old man trying to fish in a puddle of water outside of the bar. He decided to invite the old man inside for a drink. As they sipped their whiskeys, the gentleman thought he’d humor the old man and asked, “So how many have you caught so far?”

The old man replied, “You’re the eighth today.”

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Hickory Hills HappeningsPage 6NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR

Avon: Lonnie Dwyer 863-683-0869

Computer: Rick Farley 1516 El Dorado Dr 863-940-3003 He can diagnosis & repair your computer. He is reasonable and reliable. Call anytime Nov to April for computer issues.

Flooring: John Draper 915 Corral Dr. 863-287-4432 He owns and operates Advantage Kare Flooring, inc. He is CFI master flooring installer including certified Pergo and Armstrong Hardwood. John is also an expert in wood, laminates, ceramic tiles and carpet instilation. He can also do carpet binding. John is a real professional.

Handy Man: James Davis 1531 Estate Dr. 863-944-4116 Minor repairs on mobile homes, cool seal, pressure washing, minor plumbing, yard work and drywall. He can also do A/C duct wok and floors. James will haul away scrap, yard waste, large or small appliances. Prompt and reasonable prices.

John Hutchinson: 1505 Colt Ln 920-980-4777 John can do a number of things. He can landscape, tile, carpentry, some plumbing and electrical. Prompt & reasonable. Nov.-March

Luis Santiago: 1429 Colt Ln 863-450-7200 Luis is your Patriotic Handyman! He can do all type so repairs from electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, vinyl siding, etc. He is also a Notary Public, Paralegal and performs weddings!! If you have a bicycle that needs repaired Luis is your guy! Seniors and Veterans receive a 15% discount.

Daryl Sanders: 724 Chaparral Dr. 518-224-3476 is available for power washing, light carpentry & painting. Reasonable and dependable

Hotdogs: Beth A. Stokes 1516 Saddle Tr 315-813-4619 or 863-397-7074. Beth owns and operates “just the goods” She has a whole sale line of German hot dogs. Regulars and Snappy’s can be ordered.

Housekeeping: Darla Hutchinson: 1505 Colt Ln 920-980-4777 She will clean your house and give you a haircut!! She will have you and your house ready for any occasion!! Give her a call Nov-March.

Knitting: Freda Bolduc 1520 Saddle Tr 863-603-9137. She does all types of knitting. She enjoys making baby items. Knitted items are special and very personal. Call her to make a special gift or a lap blanket for yourself!

Pedicures: Alice 1427 El Dorado Dr 863-688-5473 Nail trimming, heel scrubs etc. I can apply nail varnish. I could come to your home for a reasonable price. Call for more information. Nov-March

Painting: Wes Carter 1630 Estates Dr. 863-413-1643He will paint interior or exterior promptly and

reasonably. Call him for an estimate

Pet Sitting: Peggy Webster 845 Hickory Hills Dr. 863-687-3145 She will take care of your pet while you are on vacation. Dog walking, cat sitting, bird watcher and etc. No need to worry or use a kennel. Your pet can stay in the comfort of your home.

T-Shirts: Wayne Vick 1515 Paddock Ln 863-680-1097 He has all the Hickory Hills Manor T- Shirts in both long and short sleeves and in many colors. Wayne has caps, visors, both plain and personalized. You can even get a coffee mug or license plate.

Call and order today!

Tupperware: Cindy Hittle 848 Chaparral Dr. 863-682-1928 Call or stop by to order your Tupperware today.

CHECKING FOR SPIES

George and Mary were celebrating their 50th anniversary and were spending the night in the famous Washington DC Watergate Hotel. After retiring at midnight Mary recalled the spy story at the Watergate and asked her husband to get up and check the room.

Disgruntled he looked behind the mirror, the pictures, under the bed and finally under the big circular carpet in the center of the room under the chandelier. Mary exclaimed, "There, look, there is a big plate there, look under it."

Fortunately George had his Swiss Army knife and unscrewed the four large screws, finding nothing.

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Satisfied the room was not bugged they both went to sleep. Upon checkout the next morning the clerk asked them if they had any problems in their room last night. No, they replied and asked why he asked.

He told them that at midnight the room under them had the chandelier fall down in the center of their room.

LAKELAND MEMORIES

Wayne Vick, a lifelong resident of Lakeland is often asked what Lakeland was like in the “old days”. He has agreed to write a small column for our newsletter occasionally so we can enjoy his memories.

When I first arrived in Lakeland the town was a lot smaller than it is now. I don't remember exactly where the city limits were but they were a lot closer than they are now. I do remember that the south city limits were located where Wendys and Pizza Hut are on South Florida Ave. Across the street, located on the east side of Florida Ave that now houses TruBuilders was a small grocery store operated by a Mr. Attenburg. At the time the only way to get into the Highlands from Florida Ave was to turn at the grocery store and work your way through the orange groves, into the Highlands.

Most of the land east of Florida Ave and west of the Bartow Highway was taken up by orange groves. Needless to say, there were not many roads out there and certainly none of them were paved. It was possible to wander through the groves for miles and, yes, it was true that you could stop and pick the oranges right off the trees. The grove owner did not care if you helped yourself to a dozen or so of his oranges. Times changed and people became greedy and took advantage of a good thing. Thievery became a big problem, not only of fruit but of equipment as well. The growers were forced to post the groves and to enforce no trespassing of any type. Question! What is the difference between a Grove and an Orchard?

The north city limits extended up Florida Ave only to about where 98 north veers off and separates from Florida Ave. 98 north from Florida ave. to just north of Interstate 4 did not exist. Of course Interstate 4 did not exist either. At that time 98 north came south and into Lakeland on Providence Road and ended at North Street, now Memorial Blvd.

The west City limits ended on Central Ave. At the

north end of Central Ave is a building now occupied by Joyner Lumber Co. When I first came to Lakeland this building was occupied by a company called Mine and Mill Supply. Mine and Mill Supply, as you might guess, was a big supplier to the Phosphate mines around Polk County.

The East city limits ended on East Main Street at Longfellow Blvd. East Lake Parker Drive marked the city limits around Lake Parker. Now the east city limits meander all around the place and it is very hard to describe just where they are. As a matter of fact, the City of Lakeland moved the city limits out to include the new University built way out off of I-4 and Polk Parkway. They snaked the limits out to put the University in the city but the rest of the land along Combee Road is still out in the county. Go figure.

One final note: I can remember that it was quite a trip to be able to go to the Carpenters Home back then. Today we think nothing of going to Sams Club on 98 north. Same trip...just a different time.

RESTAURANT REVIEW

A short review of a local non-chain eatery. Contact the editor with suggestions for places to enjoy a meal alone or with friends where someone else does the work! I'm hoping this will be especially helpful for the new members of our community, but I think even longer-term residents might find a new favorite place to eat.

This month's restaurant was recommended by Helen Sokolowski, Nini's Cafe, 148 W Haines Blvd in Lake Alfred between the two one-way US92 lanes. Helen and Kate Sherman were in Lake Alfred visiting the library on the last Saturday of the month when the library sells books by the bag at $1 or $3 a bag. This cafe is located in a small business area with a neat flower shop and gift shop you can browse through before or after lunch. Nini's is open Tues-Sun 8am to 2:30pm and has some unique items on their menu. We tried their Hawiaan Salad with their homemade chicken salad on a bed of green leaf/romaine lettuce surrounded by pineapple and other fruits. Delicious! They claim Polk County's number one burger and feature a special baked good from a nearby bakery as well. Some of the tables have a collage top where area mementos are under glass so you can have some fun identifying what's there while you wait for your meal.

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OUTSIDE BINGOMondayMay Manor, located off Brunnell Street between

George Jenkins and Memorial. Use the south gate off Brunnell. Stop selling at 6:15 pm and start calling numbers at 6:30 pm. Snacks available.

Faith Lutheran Church, 211 Easton Dr. @ 6:30 pm, food available.

Lake Morton Senior Center 1510 Commercial Park Drive @ 1 pm, beverages and snacks

WednesdayLake Morton Senior Center, as aboveSanta Fe Catholic School, 3110 U.S. 92 E. (Memorial

Blvd) @6:30 pm kitchen openHighland Village MHP 330 Brewer Rd. (off Brannen

Rd) @ 6:30 pm free snacksThursdayAMVETS 1339 E. Gary Rd. @11 am (breakfast and

lunch served)The American Legion, Winn Dixie Shopping Center

on Arianna @ 1 pm lunch servedResurrection Church Hall, old Rte 37 @ 6:30 pm

kitchen openSaturdayKnights of Columbus, 2014 Lakeland Hills Blvd @ 11

am food availableSundaySanta Fe Catholic School, 3110 U.S. 92 E. (Memorial

Blvd) @12:30 pm kitchen open

See you there! Call Carol Harris @ 863-284-1286 for information & carpooling. Thanks, Carol, for the info!

ZOO TRIP

I took my seven year old son to the zoo today. We were walking around and soon he said, “Look Dad! It's a frickin' Elephant!” I was shocked and slightly angry, as everybody was looking at us.

“What did you just call it?” I asked.

“It's a frickin' Elephant, it says so on the picture!” he said, and so it did, A F R I C A N Elephant.

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THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND LAKELAND FOR LESS THAN $10

• Stay cool inside by visiting the Florida Air Museum at Sun-N-Fun. $10 for seniors and there are some interactive exhibits along with volunteer tour guides to tell stories about what’s in the museum. Call ahead to check what is going on the day you want to visit as it varies according to who has volunteered that day.

• Attend Dulcimer night in Central Park, 5th Street SW, Winter Haven from 5:30-7:00pm on the 3rd Friday of the month (July 15). Both hammered and string dulcimer players gather to jam in the open air.

• Go back to the days of the power car by cruising the Winter Haven Cruise-in downtown on the first Saturday of the month from 4-9pm. Cars, music, raffles, entertainment, door prizes: what’s not to like?

• Attend these downtown events: Farmers Curb market Saturday mornings, Munn Park Music Mondays 11:30am-1:30 pm, First Friday (evening), or 2nd Thursday Food Truck rally (evening). Check www.downtownlakelandfl.com for the many special events that happen downtown. You will be tempted but you don’t have to spend money!

• Take in a free lecture at the Polk County History Center (100 E. Main) in Bartow once a month through November. Bring your lunch and be ready to eat and listen at 12:00 pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month. July 19 is “Polk County Voting Trends”. Each talk lasts 30-45 minutes.

Special Event in July:July 3 Red, White, and Kaboom: Lake Mirror from

6:00pm with fireworks to start at 9:00pm. All city parking garages will be open, food trucks available, bring your lawn chair or blanket and celebrate our nation’s Independence Day.

July 16 Free Show: Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team at Lake Silver, 250 S Lake Silver Drive in Winter Haven. Professional water skiers train the next generation in this spectacular sport.

Pre-show at 5:15pm, regular show at 6:00pm. Burgers, hot dogs, snacks and drinks available. Bring your lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Materialism: Buying things we don't need with money we don't have to impress people that don't matter.

July 15th 8:00pm at the Lakeland Center: The Allman Brothers Greates Hits performed by Classic Albums Live. Call for ticket pricing 863-834-8100..

FLORIDA ON A TANKFULLIGHTNER MUSEUM, SAINT AUGUSTINE

Stay cool during these dog days of summer by traveling in your air-conditioned car to Saint Augustine to visit the Lightner Museum 75 King Street in downtown Saint Augustine. This museum houses a large collection of Americana and decorative arts in the former Alcazar Hotel, one of the large hotels built by Henry Flagler in the 1880s to attract tourists to Florida. The museum collection was built by Otto Lightner. The former hotel attracted 25,000 visitors in the 1890s who enjoyed a Roman bath, large sunken swimming pool, sulfur baths, archery range, bowling alley, and other recreation facilities as well as the fantastic architecture of the hotel while wintering in warm, sunny Florida. It was often called “the castle of many happy return” by satisfied visitors. “Saint Augustine's Lightner Museum of Hobbies” opened in 1948 to showcase Otto Lightner's eclectic collection. As Chicago's once proud gilded age estates went up for sale during the depression, Otto purchased the lifetime collections of former millionaires for his museum.

The museum is open 9am to 5pm with the last admission at 4:30 pm. There are two mechanical music demonstrations daily at 11 am and 2 pm. You can enjoy lunch at the Cafe Alcazar, dining on tables set up on the former swimming pool bottom.

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Hickory Hills HappeningsPage 12WOOD AND SWINK GENERAL STORE

For a taste of old Florida, take a drive up I-75 to Evinston, a sleepy old Florida town just north of Ocala. Among a collection of small homes is the Wood and Swink store: a grey wood sided, up on blocks front porch, National Register of historic places building still housing a general store serving this small community. The last comment posted in January 2016 mentions the front door: a collection of nails held together by a few planks that tell the story of numerous notices posted on that door. The building is made of heart pine and became a general store around 1900.

The Wood family has been part or sole owner of the store since 1906. Serving both as general store and the post office for many years this building has seen the joys and tragedies of the small community it serves. Engage the owner in conversation and he will share some of these stories with you.

Let your editor know if there is an event you enjoy so it can be shared with the rest of our community.

Stay active and stay happy!

CROCKPOT MEXICAN CHICKENDon’t heat up your kitchen, use your crockpot to

fix this chicken for tacos or enchiladas, freeze portions for later.

• 4 lbs chicken breast or mixture of breast and thighs• 1 small bottle of zesty Italian dressing• 1 T minced garlic• 2 packets of ranch dressing mix• 1 T chili powder• 1 T cumin

Place chicken in crockpot, mix other ingredients in large measuring cup; pour over chicken. Cook on high 5-6 hours or on Low 8 hours. Take out chicken; remove bones and shred meat. Add enough of cooking liquid to chicken to moisten it well. Freeze in batches. Use as the meat in your favorite taco, enchilada or other tortilla dish recipe. We like it as follows: spread a thin layer of sour cream on a tortilla, spoon the chicken down the center, add salsa and/or lettuce if desired; roll up and serve.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH POPPY-SEED DRESSING

Use the seasons fresh vegetables to make this easy summer side dish. It will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.

Salad• 1 small (4oz) zucchini cut crosswise into 1/8” slices• ½ medium red, yellow, or orange bell pepper,

chopped• ½ cup preshredded carrots• ½ cup chopped tomato• ½ cup frozen corn, thawed• ¼ medium red onion, chopped

Combine in bowl and toss with prepared dressing. We like bottled Vidalia Onion dressing with this or make your own Poppy-Seed Dressing:• 2 T sugar• 2T plain rice vinegar• 2T water• 2 tsp olive oil• 1 tsp poppy seeds

Whisk together and pour over vegetables, toss to coat. Serve immediately, store leftovers up to 48 hours in the fridge.

Hickory Hills Happenings Page 13DID YOU KNOW?

Independent Retailer Month. Support and celebrate independent retailers across the country. Independent Retailer Month encourages consumers to shop at independent retailers in their communities, highlighting their positive social and economic impact local, nationally, and globally.

National Black Family Month. During this month, African-American families celebrate their connection, common heritage, and commitment to one another. Families around the nation seek to implement positive changes, connect through old traditions, create new ones, and participate in activities that can be continued throughout the year.

Parks and Recreation Month. Sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association, the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of public parks, recreation and conservation. Discover wildlife and outdoor fun at your local park.

Captive Nations Week, July 7-13. A week aimed at raising public awareness of the oppression of nations under the control of Communist and other nondemocratic governments. Begun in 1953, it was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1959.

Sports Cliché Week, July 10-16. It’s time to celebrate—or possibly get rid of—such common sports clichés as “We’re taking it one game at a time,” “He gave 110 percent,” “Step it up,” and more.

National Zoo Keeper Week, July 17-23. Sponsored by the American Association of Zoo Keepers to advance excellence in the animal keeping profession, foster effective communication beneficial to animal care, support deserving conservation projects, and promote the preservation of our natural resources and animal life.

World UFO Day, July 2. Look to the skies for evidence of alien visitors.

Independence Day, July 4. Celebrate the birthday of the United States of America.

Global Forgiveness Day, July 7. Begun in 1994 to help people around the world identify with their personal need to forgive and be forgiven.

Space Exploration Day, July 20. Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin first walked on the moon on this day in 1969.

World Ranger Day, July 31. Sponsored by the International Ranger Federation to celebrate the work rangers do to protect wildlife.

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July Crossword

Crossword puzzle for July 12, 2011

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DOWN1. Secular2. Competent3. Be in an agitated emotional state4. Elliptical5. Recuperate6. Wash oneself7. Dwarf buffalo8. Bowl over9. Genetic endowment10. Numb11. A panel or committee12. Dental filling13. Notices

21. A mark on a die or playing card25. Arranger (abbrev.)26. Bright thought27. Where a bird lives28. Leave in a hurry29. A transparent gem30. Brackish31. Tall woody plant33. In addition34. "Shucks!"35. Wound by piercing36. Pitcher38. Point of contact between two objects

41. Charged particle42. Girls or women44. Bitumen45. Smarmy46. Large commercial ship47. Stones48. Tailless amphibian50. Sword51. Flexible mineral52. It smells53. Amount of medicine54. Utilizer55. Untidyness

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