THE MERRY MONTH OF MAY?
The Cubbies have not exactly been putting smiles on our faces of late. It's hard not to feel those Chicago Blues setting in.
But, the good news is that Cubs World is very much alive and back in action! So, forget about the blues. THINK RED!
Somewhere in this newsletter, you will find a RED letter. Grab a piece of paper or a card and write down the word. Bring it to the membership meeting next June. and you might just win a special prize! The best of luck to everyone! By the way....this time around there will be a drawing for FOUR WINNERS! Good luck!
The Cubbies have not exactly been putting smiles on our faces of late. It's hard not to feel those Chicago Blues setting in.
But, the good news is that Cubs World is very much alive and back in action! So, forget about the blues. THINK RED!
Somewhere in this newsletter, you will find a RED letter. Grab a piece of paper or a card and write down the word. Bring it to the membership meeting next June. and you might just win a special prize! The best of luck to everyone! By the way....this time around there will be a drawing for FOUR WINNERS! Good luck!
AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM DON MULDER
CubsWorld is a place to find friends with similar interests.
Gene & Sue Daudelin, were early members who loved the club since it's founding for that reason alone.
Sue continued her membership when Gene passed away over 2 years ago. She dropped a note of thanks to me this week to let us know that she her health is now failing, and she is moving to Dallas to live with her daughter.
Her heartfelt note of goodbye and thanks to us is affirming and heart warming. CubsWorld cares for its fellow fans.
CubsWorld is a place to find friends with similar interests.
Gene & Sue Daudelin, were early members who loved the club since it's founding for that reason alone.
Sue continued her membership when Gene passed away over 2 years ago. She dropped a note of thanks to me this week to let us know that she her health is now failing, and she is moving to Dallas to live with her daughter.
Her heartfelt note of goodbye and thanks to us is affirming and heart warming. CubsWorld cares for its fellow fans.
CODY'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE
by Dan Marx
Just who is that masked man who walks throughout the "friendly confines"?
Why it's none other than our good friend Cody Hills, the fine sports writer from the Villages Daily Sun!
Cody took a long weekend to visit Wrigley last weekend. He was treated to 2 Cubs wins Friday and Saturday, and saw the last game at the airport waiting for his plane to come back to Orlando.
THAT is Cubbie devotion!! It seems that Mr. Hills brought the sun with him!
by Dan Marx
Just who is that masked man who walks throughout the "friendly confines"?
Why it's none other than our good friend Cody Hills, the fine sports writer from the Villages Daily Sun!
Cody took a long weekend to visit Wrigley last weekend. He was treated to 2 Cubs wins Friday and Saturday, and saw the last game at the airport waiting for his plane to come back to Orlando.
THAT is Cubbie devotion!! It seems that Mr. Hills brought the sun with him!
WATCH PARTY RETURNS TO GATORS!
Our next game watch is next Thursday, May 20th. By popular demand, we will be congregating back at Gator’s Brownwood at 2:20 for the opening pitch. The Cubs will be playing the Washington Nationals.
Our usual games will be played. Pick the score, pick the player with the highest score, and a 50/50 raffle.
It’s not too late to register. Hope to see you there.
GO CUBBIES!!!!!!!!!!
Our next game watch is next Thursday, May 20th. By popular demand, we will be congregating back at Gator’s Brownwood at 2:20 for the opening pitch. The Cubs will be playing the Washington Nationals.
Our usual games will be played. Pick the score, pick the player with the highest score, and a 50/50 raffle.
It’s not too late to register. Hope to see you there.
GO CUBBIES!!!!!!!!!!
BLEACHER BUM REPORT
by JACK HEBRON
First off, I want to give a big shout out to our guest speaker on May 3rd Ken Frailing. His stories about his time with the Cubs was wonderful. I especially liked his comments about Rick Monday when he "saved the flag" at Dodger Stadium. All of these former players have stories to tell and we always learn something new.
Looks like the Cubs bats have come alive lately. But, various injuries are not helping. Kris Bryant's back is acting up again. This was just when his bat was turning hot. Albert Almora crashing into the centerfield wall in Cleveland was hard to watch. Good thing it wasn't at Wrigley Field or he's be out for a very long time.
It won't be long before the Cubs call up one of their young stars in the minors. Right now, remember these names. Matt Mervis, Levi Jordan, PJ Higgins, Joe Biagini and Tyler Payne. I'm sure one of these will be on the roster very soon. If I made a guess Iledmaro Vargas will be sent packing. He can't hit even hit himself out of a paper bag.
Cubs schedule doesn't look too bad for the rest of May. The Cardinal series is the one were all looking forward to. Let's hope the Cubs get hotter like the weather here in The Villages.
by JACK HEBRON
First off, I want to give a big shout out to our guest speaker on May 3rd Ken Frailing. His stories about his time with the Cubs was wonderful. I especially liked his comments about Rick Monday when he "saved the flag" at Dodger Stadium. All of these former players have stories to tell and we always learn something new.
Looks like the Cubs bats have come alive lately. But, various injuries are not helping. Kris Bryant's back is acting up again. This was just when his bat was turning hot. Albert Almora crashing into the centerfield wall in Cleveland was hard to watch. Good thing it wasn't at Wrigley Field or he's be out for a very long time.
It won't be long before the Cubs call up one of their young stars in the minors. Right now, remember these names. Matt Mervis, Levi Jordan, PJ Higgins, Joe Biagini and Tyler Payne. I'm sure one of these will be on the roster very soon. If I made a guess Iledmaro Vargas will be sent packing. He can't hit even hit himself out of a paper bag.
Cubs schedule doesn't look too bad for the rest of May. The Cardinal series is the one were all looking forward to. Let's hope the Cubs get hotter like the weather here in The Villages.
MAY MEMBERSHIP MEETING WAS WELL ATTENDED AND GREAT FUN!
by Dan Marx
In a sign that things are beginning to return to normal, over 70 of our members were interactively involved in a wonderful membership meeting on Monday evening, May 3rd.
Jim Gulesarian turned the tables on us, and made his “Let’s Play Too” segment all about the members this time. Members took turns sharing experiences that they had relating to Wrigley Field. One of our members was honored on the field as a member of the military. One was fortunate enough to throw out the first pitch. Jim Gulesarian sat through an hour and a half rain delay to watch John Lieber throw a one hit gem. It was very cozy, and was just like sitting in your living room swapping entertaining stories.
by Dan Marx
In a sign that things are beginning to return to normal, over 70 of our members were interactively involved in a wonderful membership meeting on Monday evening, May 3rd.
Jim Gulesarian turned the tables on us, and made his “Let’s Play Too” segment all about the members this time. Members took turns sharing experiences that they had relating to Wrigley Field. One of our members was honored on the field as a member of the military. One was fortunate enough to throw out the first pitch. Jim Gulesarian sat through an hour and a half rain delay to watch John Lieber throw a one hit gem. It was very cozy, and was just like sitting in your living room swapping entertaining stories.
But, the main attraction was our speaker, Ken Frailing. I felt like Ken could have been my next door neighbor. He’s the kind of guy who would mow your lawn without asking while your away on vacation. His wife, Diane, gave a heartfelt speech relating eternal gratitude for how she and Ken have been treated by Cubs fans all over the country. Coming from a very small town in Wisconsin, they have been truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of affection for them over all the years.
Ken had pitched for 2 years each for the Cubs and the White Sox during his career in the mid 70’s. He told us numerous stories about both teams, but some of his funniest stories related to his experiences with Yogi Berra.
His favorite memories go back to the relationships that he had with his Chicago teammates, and how close they all were. He loved all of the characters in the game back then. He related how jacked up the Cubs dugout was after Rick Monday saved the day by rescuing an American flag at Wrigley Field.
He is not real happy about how analytics have taken over the game nowadays, and made MLB so much different now. As he told one of the members offense seems to be homers or strikeouts. Small ball seems to be a rarity now.
Thank you so much, Ken and Diane, for your visit.
Ken had pitched for 2 years each for the Cubs and the White Sox during his career in the mid 70’s. He told us numerous stories about both teams, but some of his funniest stories related to his experiences with Yogi Berra.
His favorite memories go back to the relationships that he had with his Chicago teammates, and how close they all were. He loved all of the characters in the game back then. He related how jacked up the Cubs dugout was after Rick Monday saved the day by rescuing an American flag at Wrigley Field.
He is not real happy about how analytics have taken over the game nowadays, and made MLB so much different now. As he told one of the members offense seems to be homers or strikeouts. Small ball seems to be a rarity now.
Thank you so much, Ken and Diane, for your visit.
JUNE MEMBERSHIP MEETING
It’s a well known fact that Cubs World members like bingo. Our first meeting of the year was Cubs bingo with Bill McMahon and Dick Stone.
Our next Cubs World meeting is Monday, June 7th at Colony Cottage Recreation Center, and yes, you guessed it, the theme is bingo. This time it’s musical bingo with Ric Mitchell. Ric and his wife are the most popular game show hosts in The Villages, and have been hosting these games for many years.
Of course, no meeting would ver be complete without Jim Gulesarian enlightening us all with "LET'S PLAY TOO!"
The meeting will start at 6:00 PM and will be catered by our new dinner team. Look for our flyer to come out shortly. We hope to see you there.
It’s a well known fact that Cubs World members like bingo. Our first meeting of the year was Cubs bingo with Bill McMahon and Dick Stone.
Our next Cubs World meeting is Monday, June 7th at Colony Cottage Recreation Center, and yes, you guessed it, the theme is bingo. This time it’s musical bingo with Ric Mitchell. Ric and his wife are the most popular game show hosts in The Villages, and have been hosting these games for many years.
Of course, no meeting would ver be complete without Jim Gulesarian enlightening us all with "LET'S PLAY TOO!"
The meeting will start at 6:00 PM and will be catered by our new dinner team. Look for our flyer to come out shortly. We hope to see you there.
THIS BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF ART COULD BE YOURS!
Ron Burkart's work is highly celebrated and Cubs World is raffling off a print of his masterpiece commemorating
the Cubs 2016 World Series Championship.
It's not too late to join in the fun and buy an $8.00 ticket at the Gator's watch party on May 20th.
Additional prizes are being added to the
drawing as the number of tickets sold
continues to grow. You can get raffle
tickets at all Game Watches but your
last chance will be at the June 7th meeting
when the drawing is held. GOOD LUCK!
Ron Burkart's work is highly celebrated and Cubs World is raffling off a print of his masterpiece commemorating
the Cubs 2016 World Series Championship.
It's not too late to join in the fun and buy an $8.00 ticket at the Gator's watch party on May 20th.
Additional prizes are being added to the
drawing as the number of tickets sold
continues to grow. You can get raffle
tickets at all Game Watches but your
last chance will be at the June 7th meeting
when the drawing is held. GOOD LUCK!
A GIRL FROM AKRON BECAME A WORLD TRAVELER
AND BELOVED CITIZEN OF THE VILLAGES
by Wayne Richards
Akron, Ohio is filled with history. It is said that the "American Burger" was born there. Growing up in Akron, our own Cubs World member Karen Pickelsimer would be the perfect individual to show us around. After all, she grew up there. However, when asked what her fondest memory was of Akron, Karen responded, "Moving out of Akron." She further explained, "The only place we ever went to was my grandmother's house. I knew there was a big , wide world out there." In time, she would explore 96 countries.
However, Karen does remember her parents listening to ball games and the end result is that she became a fan, particularly in the future when she would move to the Chicago area. Also, she met a wonderful man originally from Georgia, named Joe Pickelsimer who would change her life forever. In that sense, Akron delivered! They both played softball and tennis and tied the knot in 1968.
As Karen's education took root, she attended Southern Illinois University, switched her major from chemistry to biology after moving to the University of Akron, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Her husband had a BF! By that I mean an important position with BF GOODRICH CHEMICAL AND PLASTICS!
Karen became a registered medical technologist serving her internship at Akron General Hospital. In the coming years, no matter where the winds blew the Pickelsimers, she worked in various hospital laboratories.
In 1971, they transferred to the blue grass of Kentucky and lived in River Bluff Farms, a beautiful sub-division of Prospect. They gave birth in Jefferson county to two sons, Brian and Eric. They would develop impressive careers, with Brian doing IT work for a chemical manufacturing company in the Blue Ridge mountains and Eric, a resident of St. Charles, Illinois, handling marketing and sales with BASF.
By 1982, they moved to Pittsburg, Pennsylvania where Joe took on responsibilities in the Bayer Company's chemical and plastics division. Said Karen, "Joe was corporate and traveled all the time."
Fate has a way of taking people down interesting tributaries that unexpectedly fit into the puzzle of one's life. The wifes of two hospital surgeon formed a travel agency. Said Karen, "I took 40 hours of classes at Du Page College in Illinois studying to become a travel agent. I eventually became certified and worked for them. This allowed me to generate supplimental income for the kids in college."
Karen Pickelsimer has the heart of a true adventurer...interested in people and cultures. She traveled extensively and took on many challenging journeys. "I've traveled to Brazil , visited Rio and took a cruise down the amazon river." She recalls other trips with a wide range of emotions. "In Guatamala we heard machine guns! I absolutely hated Russia, except for visiting the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. But, one of the most fascinating places I've been to is Scotland."
One of the additional perks of travel was having the opportunity to learn how to play bridge. She not only learned the ins and outs, but has become a Life Master with the American Contract Bridge League, working hard to become a Ruby master!
Joe Pickelsimer passed in 2006. Such losses are mourned, but the lives are celebrated and the memories can make us even stronger.
Aside from being a member of Cubs World, her interests continue to be wide and varied. She does genealogy research and belongs to the Villages Genealogy club. Also a member of the Computer club, Karen's goal is to keep ahead of technology changes. She holds a chair for the American Association of University Women for Sumpter county.
Karen Pickelsimer has many interests and embraces them with a zest and ferver that we should all take note of and admire. Cubs World is blessed to have her in our midst.
AND BELOVED CITIZEN OF THE VILLAGES
by Wayne Richards
Akron, Ohio is filled with history. It is said that the "American Burger" was born there. Growing up in Akron, our own Cubs World member Karen Pickelsimer would be the perfect individual to show us around. After all, she grew up there. However, when asked what her fondest memory was of Akron, Karen responded, "Moving out of Akron." She further explained, "The only place we ever went to was my grandmother's house. I knew there was a big , wide world out there." In time, she would explore 96 countries.
However, Karen does remember her parents listening to ball games and the end result is that she became a fan, particularly in the future when she would move to the Chicago area. Also, she met a wonderful man originally from Georgia, named Joe Pickelsimer who would change her life forever. In that sense, Akron delivered! They both played softball and tennis and tied the knot in 1968.
As Karen's education took root, she attended Southern Illinois University, switched her major from chemistry to biology after moving to the University of Akron, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Her husband had a BF! By that I mean an important position with BF GOODRICH CHEMICAL AND PLASTICS!
Karen became a registered medical technologist serving her internship at Akron General Hospital. In the coming years, no matter where the winds blew the Pickelsimers, she worked in various hospital laboratories.
In 1971, they transferred to the blue grass of Kentucky and lived in River Bluff Farms, a beautiful sub-division of Prospect. They gave birth in Jefferson county to two sons, Brian and Eric. They would develop impressive careers, with Brian doing IT work for a chemical manufacturing company in the Blue Ridge mountains and Eric, a resident of St. Charles, Illinois, handling marketing and sales with BASF.
By 1982, they moved to Pittsburg, Pennsylvania where Joe took on responsibilities in the Bayer Company's chemical and plastics division. Said Karen, "Joe was corporate and traveled all the time."
Fate has a way of taking people down interesting tributaries that unexpectedly fit into the puzzle of one's life. The wifes of two hospital surgeon formed a travel agency. Said Karen, "I took 40 hours of classes at Du Page College in Illinois studying to become a travel agent. I eventually became certified and worked for them. This allowed me to generate supplimental income for the kids in college."
Karen Pickelsimer has the heart of a true adventurer...interested in people and cultures. She traveled extensively and took on many challenging journeys. "I've traveled to Brazil , visited Rio and took a cruise down the amazon river." She recalls other trips with a wide range of emotions. "In Guatamala we heard machine guns! I absolutely hated Russia, except for visiting the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. But, one of the most fascinating places I've been to is Scotland."
One of the additional perks of travel was having the opportunity to learn how to play bridge. She not only learned the ins and outs, but has become a Life Master with the American Contract Bridge League, working hard to become a Ruby master!
Joe Pickelsimer passed in 2006. Such losses are mourned, but the lives are celebrated and the memories can make us even stronger.
Aside from being a member of Cubs World, her interests continue to be wide and varied. She does genealogy research and belongs to the Villages Genealogy club. Also a member of the Computer club, Karen's goal is to keep ahead of technology changes. She holds a chair for the American Association of University Women for Sumpter county.
Karen Pickelsimer has many interests and embraces them with a zest and ferver that we should all take note of and admire. Cubs World is blessed to have her in our midst.
A DREAM IN WAITING
by Wayne Richards
I have often wondered why Chicago, a city rich with sports history, does not offer a museum dedicated to baseball. However, occupational therapist, Dr. David Fletcher, is doing everything to make this dream come true.
Fletcher has a passion for baseball and is a member of SABR-Society for American baseball research.
His love of the game and all that come with it were the impetus to begin a collection that has grown to an impressive level.
The real challenge has been raising funds to build a facility to create a world class museum dedicated to America's favorite pastime. Choosing the location has been problematic, but the design of facility has already been created!
by Wayne Richards
I have often wondered why Chicago, a city rich with sports history, does not offer a museum dedicated to baseball. However, occupational therapist, Dr. David Fletcher, is doing everything to make this dream come true.
Fletcher has a passion for baseball and is a member of SABR-Society for American baseball research.
His love of the game and all that come with it were the impetus to begin a collection that has grown to an impressive level.
The real challenge has been raising funds to build a facility to create a world class museum dedicated to America's favorite pastime. Choosing the location has been problematic, but the design of facility has already been created!
There will not only be displays celebrating a selection of players, but also photos and artifacts featuring the history of the Cubs, White Sox, the Federal League, the Chicago Whales, Negro leagues, minor leagues, Girls professional ball and even sixteen inch softball. I bet some Cubs World members have played that!
In addition, there will be a SPORTS BROADCASTING wing containing a variety of clips and videos containing rare footage. Currently, one may listen to a number of audio selections on the MUSEUM WEBSITE. (A link is provided for you at the end of this article.)
In addition, there will be a SPORTS BROADCASTING wing containing a variety of clips and videos containing rare footage. Currently, one may listen to a number of audio selections on the MUSEUM WEBSITE. (A link is provided for you at the end of this article.)
One area of this development that will certainly attract the masses is a baseball park for special games and events. It could also be used as a concert venue.
The museum will house the Jerome Holtzman Library. Holtzman was a sports writer for the old Chicago Daily News. He passed in 2008.
It is reported that the public will have access to materials, but not to check out. Of course, a nice collection of things will be available in the gift store.
Please check out this web site to see Dr. Fletcher's dream almost come alive! CLICK HERE
The museum will house the Jerome Holtzman Library. Holtzman was a sports writer for the old Chicago Daily News. He passed in 2008.
It is reported that the public will have access to materials, but not to check out. Of course, a nice collection of things will be available in the gift store.
Please check out this web site to see Dr. Fletcher's dream almost come alive! CLICK HERE
LIBRARY COLLECTION IS BEST IN THE AREA!
For those who have attended our membership meetings, I’m sure you’ve taken note of the tables filled with wonderful books celebrating the Chicago Cubs. According to President Don Mulder, our collection of Cubs oriented literature is larger than the Sumpter County library system!
These volumes are available to any Cubs World member to check out. This is for all of us to share!
For those who have attended our membership meetings, I’m sure you’ve taken note of the tables filled with wonderful books celebrating the Chicago Cubs. According to President Don Mulder, our collection of Cubs oriented literature is larger than the Sumpter County library system!
These volumes are available to any Cubs World member to check out. This is for all of us to share!
