Every week, SBC residents pack food backpacks for young students and collect stamps in a program that will help the food bank purchase a new delivery van. So far we have collected enough Campbell's Soup labels to earn 16,000 points toward the goal. It is important to be engaged with the community and this is a tangible way in which residents make a difference every day. Shown in a recent work session are (left to right) Delores Godwin, Burnell Schubbe, Frances Eisner, Ray Grills, Frank Levine, Melanie Eckstein and Jerry Kaplan.

One of the most satisfying ways to enhance a home is with beautifully arranged flowers. Guided by Sarasota Bay Club staff member Rebecca Dutton, a floral designer, our residents periodically learn the techniques of floral design and take home their arrangements. At times, a group of residents will gather to create centerpieces for a special theme night or dinner dance.  Here, Barbara Blumfield (left) and Judy Markstein work with classic red roses.

Every so often, we invite Jana Broder from “Drum Magic” to bring her African drums and lead us in a community drumming session. Jana is a gifted and spirited teacher, and in no time she has us all drumming up a storm! Drumming touches all four areas of Masterpiece Living – social (we’re drumming in a big circle), intellectual (we need to remember the patterns), physical (this is exercise!) and spiritual (drumming together gives us all a sense of being connected).  Most of all, it is fun! Pictured is SBC Owner Sue Safford in her first drumming experience. The smiles were contagious!

The Sarasota Bay Club’s “Masterpiece Living Days” are a great opportunity to try something new. From breakfast through the evening entertainment, Owners are presented with a variety of activities and events designed to enhance well-being and promote a fun and supportive community. At the last Masterpiece Living Day, Concierge staff member John Almeida led a sing-along – here pictured with Owners Sam Smullin (left) and Frank Levine, two of our more enthusiastic singers!