The Happenings 02.03.23

Evacuation Exercise - A Success!

Eirinn Abu & Pedro Alfonso Concert at TGO Church

Valentine’s Cupid Classic Golf Tournament - February 13

If you’re a golfer and like mimosas, this is the tournament for you. Pair up with your favorite golfer and enter the Monday, February 13, two person Cupid Golf Classic. There are flights for two gals, two guys and a guy & gal. Play either 9 or 18 holes. It will be a 8:45am Shotgun Start. The $30 entry fee includes a prize fund and lunch in the Manor afterwards. You can sign up for the event at the TGO Pro Golf Shop. For more details, see page 29 of this issue.

February 3 - February 17, Happenings Around TGO 30 Firewise 32 Nature Center 34 Classified Ads and Sudoku 37 Blue Heron and The Café Menu 38 Activities All Year and Seasonal 48 Stuff You Might Want to Know 67 Word Search Game 73 TGO Directory 74 TGO Contact Info and Advertiser Index 75

2023

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Manager’s Corner

February 3, 2023

Dear TGO Community,

Weather is beautiful here in Florida now, and so many residents are outside enjoying The Great Outdoors. Our TGO Nature Trails are a great way to spend time outdoors enjoying Florida’s nature. Recently a Nature Trail Committee was formed to advise me and the Board on trail-related matters, and work to preserve the trail for many years. This committee submitted some updated nature trail rules to the Board for a vote, and they were approved in October 2022. You will find a complete list of these rules on our tgocsa.com website under CSA Documents tab, Rules and Regulations. I would like to clarify a few of these rules in my letter for you.

One of the rules states that “The Nature Trail may be closed by the CSA Manager, or the CSA Manager’s designee, for maintenance, weather conditions or other purposes.” CSA began raking the trail using our tractor pulling a commercial rake in mid-October. The results are very positive with many compliments from residents and the trail subcommittee. The process takes about three hours and we are now raking once or twice per month. The problem we encounter is the tractor and rake are wide, the trail is narrow, and you must rake straight. It is difficult to rake around pedestrians, golf carts, etc., who are also using the trail. I met with the CSA grounds crew to come up with a safe solution.  Our best solution was to install easy-to-close swing gates at the four main entrances of the nature trail. We will close the gates during our maintenance activity or when the trail is flooded. The gates will help us keep people safe and they will improve our overall look and professionalism. In the past when we closed the trail we would use old sawhorses, cones, and caution tape. There is no intention to close the gates every night as rumored recently on Facebook.

Another rule clarifies what types of vehicles are allowed on the trail. Our rule states: “Only pedestrians, bicycles (motorized and non-motorized), tricycles (motorized and non-motorized,) and golf carts are permitted”. Recently the question of ‘what qualifies as a golf cart?’ was asked. CSA defines a golf cart by referencing Florida State Statute Section 320.01(22): “Golf Cart” means a motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of 20 miles per hour. Restricting our trails to golf carts only will protect the trail surface from damage and keep it a safe place for everyone to walk, bike or take a leisurely golf cart ride.

By the time of this article’s publishing, our Annual Meeting will be completed, and three new board members and a Board Chairman will be installed. Congratulations to incoming Chairman Cliff Creech, and new Board Members Doug Matz, Doc Fraser, and Drew Proulx. I look forward to their contributions to keeping TGO a great place to live and work. I want to thank outgoing board members Ann Strauss and Peter Wehnau for their service. One more time, I must give a special shout-out to outgoing Chairman Tom Wheir. Tom’s contributions, dedication, and integrity in the role of Chairman have been beyond impressive. He has given countless hours and incredible energy working closely with me and the Board to champion for the improvement of our community. He led our community through the Covid-19 pandemic. He worked hard to help improve The Blue Heron restaurant, and his work helped to change it from a struggling money-loser to a profit-making endeavor. Many major improvements to TGO have happened during Tom’s four-year term, and I’m truly grateful for the effort and support he has put forth to keep TGO a great place to live and work. Above all, he and his wife Sharon have been huge supporters and cheerleaders of the CSA staff, and they have made TGO a better place to work, and made me a better manager. These are big shoes to fill.

Sincerely,

Billy Specht CSA Manager

100 D Plantation Drive • Titusville, FL 32780 • 321-268-9767

137 Plantation Drive

Titusville, Florida 32780

321-269-5524

For Tee Times and more information

www.thegreatoutdoorsgolf.com

February Golf Rates

Green Fee Includes Use of Golf Cart • Rates are Plus 7% Sales Tax

Non-Resident Rate

18 Holes $52 Before Noon $40 After Noon

9 Holes $27 Before Noon $22 After Noon

TGO Resident Rate

18 Holes $43 Before Noon $35 After Noon

9 Holes $22 Before Noon $19 After Noon

5-Round Punch Card Special (on sale daily)

TGO Residents $185 + Tax

(Includes Military and First Responders)

Non-Residents $225 + Tax

SPECIAL: 5 ROUND PUNCH CARD SALE DAY WITH FREE 6th ROUND ON FEB 24

MEMBERSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE – INQUIRE WITH GOLF SHOP STAFF

All prices subject to change with or without advance notice

6 Hole Avengers

Not ready for 9 or 18 holes? Want to learn more with an easy scramble event that covers the first 6 holes? Then come join the Avengers every Tuesday at 3:00. Meet new friends, have fun and learn the basics of golf. Everyone is welcome. Sign up at the Golf Shop.

Avengers Jan 17

T 1st Ray & Ruth Ann Middleton 25

Cindy Dotson

Bob & Lisa Dews 25

Ray Rhew

3rd Chuck Marsh, Ray Bouvet 27

Brenda & Rich Galley

TGO 9 Hole Fun League

Ladies and Gentlemen - TGO has a 9 hole “play your own ball” weekly league on Saturdays. Play will begin at 2 pm (tee times start). Sign-up info will be posted on the bulletin board at the golf shop. You can sign up as a group or individual.

Avengers Jan 24

1st Jerry Sustakovitch 23

Theresa Sustakovitch

Doris Aliev, Lauren Clark

T 2nd Diane Coffer 24

Robin Neas, Sandy Blume

Karri Conover

3rd Chuck Marsh (Tie Breaker) 26

Ray Bouvet

Rick & Brenda Galley

4th Cindy Beary 26

Pat Hamilton, Anne Brooks

Fun

21

3rd

MGA President’s Cup Third Round Match Play Results January 18

“A” Flight Steve Wright defeats Bobby Ward - 5 & 3

Rob Hunter defeats Patrick Beilling - 1 Up

“B” Flight Roy Houtby defeats Jeff Smutek - 1 Up (19 Holes)

Ken O’Dea defeats Ray Dotson - 2 & 1

“C” Flight Harold Gero defeats Rick Conover - 1 Up

Guy Drouin defeats Mark Anderson - 5 & 4

“D” Flight Jim Marigliano defeats Richard Chartrand - 2 & 1

Eddie Jarrell defeats Ken Garasz - 3 & 2

MGA President’s Cup Final Round Match Play Results January 25

“A” Flight Steve Wright - Mr. Wright defeated Rob Hunter

1 Up (20 Holes) in the “A” Finals

“B” Flight Ken O’Dea - Mr. O’Dea defeated Roy Houtby 3 & 2 in the “B” Finals

“C” Flight Harold Gero - Mr. Gero defeated Guy Drouin

1 Up in the “C” Finals

“D” Flight Ed Jarrell - Mr. Jarrell defeated Jim Marigliano 3 & 2 in the “D” Finals

MGA President’s Cup Semi-Final and Championship Match Play Results

January 27

Congratulations to Steve Wright as our 2023 President’s Cup Winner Semi- Final Matches:

“A” Flight vs “C” Flight

Steve Wright defeated Harold Gero - 1 Up

“B” Flight vs “D” Flight

Ed Jarrell defeated Ken O’Dea - 1 Up

Championship Match:

Steve Wright defeated Ed Jarrell - 1 Up in 19 holes

MGA Golf Results January 18

Team Better Ball Competition

Count Two on Front 9, Count Three on Back 9

Winning Teams

1. Todd Baines, Steve Wimberly, Wayne Condra, Jackson Scott 168 (-12)

2. Fritz Graziani, Gary Wittsock, Todd Sampson, Louis DesRosiers 172 (-8)

3. (Tied) Tom Handy, Mike Anderson, Dave Ward, Ed Greasamar 175 (-5)

3. (Tied) Fred Israel, Roger Stairs, Larry Dedrick, Al Renzi 175 (-5) Closest to the Pins

#9 (3 Shots) Cliff Murray #14 (3 Shots) Joe Porta

Low Net Individuals

Bill Factor (71) Fred Israel (71)

Gross Skin Winners (5)

#4 Steve Wimberly #5 Fred Israel #9 Cliff Murray

#17 Bill Factor #18 Fritz Graziani

Net Skin Winners (9)

#1 Todd Baines #3 Dave Verstrate #4 & #16 Jackson Scott

#8 Louis DesRosiers #12 Dave Ward #13 Jeff Basanta

#14 Todd Sampson #15 Ed Fahrenkopf

MGA Golf Results January 25

Team Better Ball Competition

Count Three, Two, One

Winning Teams

1. Roy Brown, Gary Wittstock, Tom Golden, Jackson Scott 125 (-18)

2. Joe Porta, Larry Murkerson, Todd Sampson, Ken Garasz 134 (-9)

3. (Tied) Dave Ward, Rick Conover, Steve Perry, Ghost 136 (-7)

3. (Tied) Fritz Graziani, Niles Jansen, Jeff Basanta, Al Renzi 136 (-7) Closest to the Pins

#4 Mike Pascuzzo #11 Dave Verstraete

Low Net Individuals

Dave Ward (67) Jeff Basanta (71) Jackson Scott (71)

Gross Skin Winners (9)

#1 Roy Brown #3, 7, 17, 18 Fritz Graziani #5 Roger Stairs

#11 Mike Pascuzzo #12 Joe Porta #14 Mike Anderson

Net Skin Winners (8)

#1 Roy Brown #2 John Pawlicki #5 &17 Todd Sampson

#9 Niles Jansen #11 Jackson Scott #13 Mike Pascuzzo

#16 Steve Gruff

Recent Hole-in-One Golfers

Pam Nalley - #4 January 20, 2023

Jack Miller - #4 January 21, 2023

The President’s Club Flight Winners for 2023. Left to right: A Flight Winner Steve Wright, B Flight Winner Ken O’Dea, C Flight Winner Harold Gero, D Flight Winner Ed Jarrell

www.tgomga.com

Come Join our TGO Men’s Golf Association

• Membership fee is only $30.00 for a year of fun! • Tournaments every Wednesday!

• Prizes and special event luncheons and end of year dinner! Sign-up at the TGO Pro Shop

2022-2023 GOLF CALENDAR

February 1 - 6 Annual Red, White & Blue Tourney

February 8 Annual Pairs Beat the Pros Tourney

February 15 Annual Pink Chump Ball Tourney

February 22 & 24 Annual MGA Club Championships

March 1 Annual MGA Away Day - Location to be Announced

March 6 Member-Member Opening Social, 5:00 pm in the Manor

March 7, 8, 9 28th Annual Member-Member Tournament

March 10 Member-Member Closing Banquet & Awards Night, 5:00 pm

March 15 Team Better Ball Tourney (3 on 3's, 2 on 4's, 1 on 5's)

March 22 Annual MGA Member-Guest Day

March 29 Annual MGA Beat the Pros Closing Tournament plus BarBQ Luncheon, Awards & MGA Annual Meeting

Come Join our TGO Ladies Golf Association

• Membership fee is only $40.00 for a year of fun! • Tournaments every Monday!

• Prizes and special event luncheons. Sign-up at the TGO Pro Shop

2022-2023 GOLF CALENDAR

February 6 2 Person Pinehurst

February 13 Cupid Classic - 2 Person Scramble Pro Shop event

February 20 & 21 Member-Member - Tee Times

February 27 Selective 9 - Before you play select which 9 counts (front or back)

March 6 Scramble, Annual Meeting, Lunch - Lunch by member

March 13 Saint Patrick’s Tournament - Pro Shop Event

March 20 & 21 Club Championship - Tee Times, Party after play on 21st

March 27 Easy As 1, 2, 3 - Team event, count 1 score on par 3’s, 2 on par 4’s, 3 on par 5’s.

April 3 Scramble, Awards Lunch - Lunch paid by LGA

April 10 No Alibis - Can replay certain shots based on handicap, but then you must play 2nd shot

April 17 LGA Away Day

April 24 Low Gross - Low Net

Golf Results

LGA Golf Results Jan 23

Team Point

Bobby Ward President MGA

Roy Houtby Tournament Chair

CSA Business

Board Of Directors Meeting

Plantation Manor • Wednesday, February 15, 2023 • 2:00 pm

The CSA Board of Directors are responsible for the entire operation of The Great Outdoors Community Services Association. The following list shows the current Board of Directors:

Chairman Cliff Creech 404-391-7271 chairman@tgocsa.org

District 0 Bruce Hayes 321-268-2470 district0@tgocsa.org

District 1 Doug Matz 516-903-3145 district1@tgocsa.org

District 2 Bernard Hatch 321-269-5063 district2@tgocsa.org

District 3 Robert Fraser 407-491-2500 district3@tgocsa.org

District 4 Lauren Clark 607-761-0092 district4@tgocsa.org

District 5 Colleen Marigliano 845-656-8394 district5@tgocsa.org

District 6 Matt Willey 518-321-1134 district6@tgocsa.org

District 7 John Comeau 321-269-5525 district7@tgocsa.org

District 8 Barbara Yeager 508-410-0029 district8@tgocsa.org

District 9 Drew Proulx 207-751-9268 district9@tgocsa.org

Also part of the Board of Directors Organization are CSA

Manager Billy Specht, Architectural Review Committee

Chairman Leon LeBlanc and CSA Secretary Sharon Sanford. The CSA website at www.tgocsa.org has individual biographies and contact information for each director.

Owners are encouraged to attend all the Board of Director meetings. Green speaker cards are available if an owner wishes to address the board for three minutes about any issue. An informational packet with the meeting agenda is given to each household that attends. Prior to the meeting, the agenda is posted on official bulletin boards and shown on our TV Community Channel 732. The actual meeting is televised LIVE on this same channel.

CSA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Wednesday from October through May. Planning meetings to set the agenda for the Board of Directors meetings are scheduled October to May on the second Wednesday of the month in the Plantation Manor at 10:00 am. They are open to attend for any TGO owner.

CSA Patrol Is Hiring

This is a great opportunity to help support our community. Patrol officers play an important roll in keeping TGO safe by enforcing traffic rules, directing traffic during emergencies

If you would be interested in working for the CSA Patrol, then please stop by the CSA Office for more information.

District Meetings

There are ten CSA voting districts at The Great Outdoors. They are non-geographical, but are determined by the last digit in each property’s street address. The District Meetings are held monthly from October through May. Various districts join together to hold combined monthly meetings. There are two meetings per month with five districts in each one. Please note the upcoming meeting schedule if you want to attend your district meeting.

PAVILION

Districts 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 - Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 10:00 am Districts 0, 1, 4, 7, 9 - Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 1:00 pm

Architectural Review Committee

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the next ARC Meetings will be held on the following dates at 10:00 am on the Plantation Manor Porch: February 15, March 8 & 29, 2023

The Architectural Review Committee meets for planning purposes on the Plantation Manor Porch at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 15, March 6 & 27, 2023.

All changes to your property that are visible on the outside require advance approval from the Architectural Review Committee. Application forms and ARC Guidelines may be obtained from the Community Services Association office or printed from The Great Outdoors Community Services Association website at www.tgocsa.org. All completed ARC forms must be submitted to the CSA office by Noon on the Wednesday before the next Wednesday meeting. Results will be available to pick up after the ARC meeting or from the CSA Office. Be sure ALL necessary paperwork is included with your ARC application. No approval will be given without having all the required data available at the ARC Meeting for review.

TGO property owners are encouraged to suggest modifications to the ARC Guidelines, which will be discussed during an annual review. Please submit them to the ARC Secretary, in writing, no later in the year than October 1.

CSA is Looking for Volunteers for the Restaurant Advisory Council

Here is your chance to help shape the future direction of the Blue Heron. If you are interested, stop by the CSA office and fill out an application form. The forms can also found online at the TGO website... tgocsa.org. Cut-off date for receiving applications is 2/9/23.

CSA Business

Newcomers Orientation

The next Newcomer Orientation Meeting will be held in the Manor on Monday, March 13, 2023 from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm. Guest speakers from CSA, ARC, Nature Center, Golf, Activities, Firewise and Courtesy Patrol will share important information. Door Prizes will be awarded. YOU MUST CALL Nancy Wagner at 607-542-6374 to reserve your spot.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

Florida and TGO share the same vehicle and traffic laws as the rest of the US: Everyone must yield to emergency vehicles. If there’s no shoulder on the road, simply stop to allow an emergency vehicle to pass. We have all been driving long enough to know this. Please, when you see emergency vehicles coming in with lights flashing, pull over and let them pass! It could be your loved ones they are here for.

Media Alert Phone Number 321-325-8715

The CSA office has implemented a new number to send out important information to our community. Many of you may have seen this number come across as Potential Spam from Geneva, Florida. Please note that this is the TGO-CSA Media Alert number and 321-325-8715 should be added as a contact in your phones.

President’s Council Meetings

Beginning with the first meeting in October, we will meet at the CSA Pavilion on the third (3rd) Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am. The dates for the monthly meetings are: February 21, 2023; March 21, 2023; April 18, 2023. Chuck Benoit is the Chairman of the Council and Laura Dedrick is the Vice Chairperson. Owners are invited to attend.

2023 Condominium/HOA Presidents

CONDO PRESIDENT PHONE# EMAIL

I Steve Sabotka 810-434-5878 stephensabotka@gmail.com

II Bill Delle Donne 302-542-7337 bill@thedelledonnes.com

III Ron Young 540-294-4044 yngrd07@gmail.com

IV Don Payne 407-222-0583 dpayne5737@gmail.com

V Paul Barzler 719-373-7214 tgocondo5vp@gmail.com

VI Laura Dedrick 386-341-7537 deedslj@gmail.com

VII Gerri Helms 407-274-0519 gerrihelms@gmail.com

VIII Ed Kamptner 321-264-0584 ekamptner1@gmail.com

IX Don Parsons 321-383-0466 don1017@aol.com

X Cindy Marini 321-268-0481 clmarini@aol.com

CONDO PRESIDENT PHONE# EMAIL

XI Leonard Caton 321-567-3009 lcanton57@gmail.com

XII Matthew Willey 518-321-1134 condo12tgo@gmail.com

FHOA Jim Heiden 321-225-8801 jimheiden22@gmail.com

XIV Jan Gunnell 614-565-8574 janetgunnell@aol.com

XV David Spahn 207-468-6760 dspahn@mac.com

XVI Chuck Benoit 978-314-9945 cbenoitiii@yahoo.com

XVII Pete Bronson 315-263-6469 condoseventeen@gmail.com

XVIII Ed Garman 717-360-1999 edwardgarman@gmail.com

XIX Leon LeBlanc 423-791-3158 pres@tgocondo19.com

APHOA Pam Beaulieu 240-351-7001 evader35@aol.com

Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Members - Contact Information

Chair - Leon LeBlanc 423-791-3158

Dist 0 - Jim Leibold 321-243-3888

Dist 1 - Harold Witschi 716-998-6393

Dist 2 - Jeff Smutek 440-878-8700

Dist 3 - Alan Paden 325-266-4015

Dist 4 - Pete Bronson 315-263-6469

Dist 5 - Chris Christian 931-628-3675

Dist 6 - Greg Mackey 219-322-5555

Dist 7 - Gail Smith 321-383-4570

Dist 8 - Bill Flatt 321-626-5594

Dist 9 - Lisa Babcock 903-372-8849

Here are the official results of our 2023 CSA Election held on Monday, January 23, 2023

All winners will serve a two-year term

Community Information & Notices

Automated Visitor Call-In - 321-383-8802

The automated system offers two methods to provide access for a visitor. Call no more than 24 hours prior to your visitor’s arrival. Send an email to: guest@tgocsa.org, no more than 48 hours prior to your visitor’s arrival. The phone number and email address you use must already be registered with the CSA Office for the access request to be accepted. This system cannot confirm that your request was received or respond to any additional messages.

Service and Set-Up Calls - 833-697-7328

The CSA has a contract with Spectrum that includes Spectrum TV Select and Spectrum Internet services. If you are experiencing problems with their service or need to set up a new service, call the number above. Tell them your community at The Great Outdoors has a bulk agreement known as the Bronze Package.

TGO Community Channel 732

Our television channel of the Community Services Association will be active for broadcasting board meetings. Your TV must be equipped with a Spectrum TV cable box or digital adapter.

CSA Trouble Calls - 321-268-9767

If you have questions about lawn spraying, getting sprinklers adjusted, or any other services provided by the Community Services Association, residents should contact the CSA Office by email at service@tgocsa.org or call 321-268-9767 to mention your concerns.

Vehicle Barcodes

If your vehicle needs a barcode installed, call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 to schedule a REQUIRED appointment. Barcodes are $10 - new or replacement. They install them everyday, but will not do “walk-in” applications. If you need a barcode installed on your Recreational Vehicle, they’ll install RV barcodes on Fridays ONLY, and they want to visit your home or RV site to hopefully complete that barcode installation without moving your RV.

Propane For Sale

Mon - Fri - 8:30, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 am

By Appointment Only - TGO Commercial Area - West of the CSA Building.

The Community Services Association offers LP Gas for your convenience and currently at $4.00/gallon, plus 7% sales tax! Cash or check accepted.

Call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 for an appointment or visit during office hours. Payment by cash or check. No credit cards accepted at this time.

TruGreen regularly applies spray applications to our lawns and common areas that includes an herbicide for weed control, a liquid fertilizer, and an insecticide to kill chinch bugs, and other turf-damaging insects. These application dates for the first quarter of 2023 are:

March 14 & 15

TruGreen is also offering “service-call” visits to TGO. If you are still having problems with lawn pests or weeds, call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767, and we will put your address on the TruGreen list. They will make additional visits on the following dates:

February 16; March 2; April 6 & 20

TruGreen advises all TGO residents to stay off treated areas of your lawn, and to keep your pets off treated areas, until the application has thoroughly dried.

AED Basics (Automated External Defibrillator) Have Someone Call 9-1-1 While You Operate AED

The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable electronic device that diagnoses incorrect heart rhythm patterns that could potentially be life threatening. The device treats the condition with electrical shocks.

AED use requires minimal training because an electronic voice prompts the user through each step. If you are helping a person who collapsed and you’re unsure if a heart attack is the reason, don’t hesitate to use the AED. Every minute counts.

The device determines if the patient needs an electrical shock or not. Simply place the AED pads on the patient’s bare skin, one on the right upper chest and the other on their lower left side. No one else should be touching the patient because false readings could result. The AED will advise you, the device operator, what to do next.

TGO has seven AEDs located at CSA buildings.

Ramp

Golf Cart Gas

Monday - Friday - 9:00 - 11:00 am

The Community Services Association offers gasoline at the CSA Maintenance Area for TGO residents’ Golf Carts. Fill-up time is Monday through Friday from 9:00 - 11:00 am. The gas price is based on the prevailing rate charged to the CSA. Payment is CASH ONLY.

Community Information & Notices

A short and helpful reference for living in TGO

Get a FREE copy at the CSA Office

Plantation Manor Pool & Spa

OPEN Every Day: 8:00 am - Dusk

“Dusk” is different throughout the year. Please check the chart in the pool area.

CLOSED for PRESSURE WASHING 2nd & 4th Wednesday until 9:30 am

Please lower umbrellas after use so they’re not damaged by wind gusts.

Oak Cove Pool & Spa

OPEN: 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

CLOSED for PRESSURE WASHING 1st & 3rd Wednesday until 9:30 am

Daily cleaning from 6:00 - 7:00 am

Wear or have in your possession a Pool Wristband. They are FREE and can be obtained from the Plantation Manor CSA Office. Residents use lime green bands. Visitors use bands that are red, white and blue. Your guests are welcome to keep their bands as a souvenir of their visit to TGO.

Contractor Restrictions

Contractors employed for repairs, construction, renovation, or installation at residences that are in The Great Outdoors are not allowed to work on Sunday, except in an emergency or with the advance permission of the CSA.

From Monday through Saturday, contractors must leave TGO by 6:00 pm from October 1 to April 30 and by 7:00 pm from May 1 to September 30. Call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 during regular weekday office hours to request any exceptions to these contractor work restrictions.

Lorraine Murphy Historic Center

Located in the CSA Conference Room next to Trimmer’s Salon. Available to tour: Monday - Friday • 3:00 - 5:00 pm Visit the CSA Office to borrow the key. The Historic Center can be shown on weekends and holidays. Call for an appointment: Lorraine Murphy at 321-431-4526

Fun Time Travel Association (FTTA) Rally Schedule

February 18-20 TGO

TGO RENTAL PO0L MEETING

Wednesday, February 15 10:00 am in the Pavilion

TGO Realty is having its annual Rental Pool Meeting for our current members. Anyone who wants to know more about this valuable program is welcome to attend this meeting. For more information, call Wendy Shimski in the TGO Welcome Center at 321-269-5004 or send her an email:wendys@tgoresort.com.

Guide to Living With Alligators in TGO

There are 32 Lakes in The Great Outdoors and all of them are home to alligators. Please keep these points in mind to be safe when alligators could be nearby:

Titusville, FL Stay at home rally

TGO Ambassadors FMCA Chapter Rally Schedule

February 23-26, 2023

March 15-18

April 18-29

Ocala Equestrian Rally (Waitlist) Ocala, FL Contact Linda Utz at 407-257-0842

FMCA International Convention (Open) Perry, GA Contact Bob Nebel at 321-626-1290

Grassy Key Rolling Rally (Waitlist) Grassy Key, FL Contact Teri Henry at 321-704-4916

What

did the elephant say to his Valentine?

The answer is somewhere in this issue.

• It is illegal to feed, taunt or harass an alligator.

• Do not walk near the shorelines and do not walk your pets near shoreline.

• Do not allow your pets to swim, exercise or drink in or near our lakes.

KEEP YOUR DISTANCE!

If you have an issue with an alligator, please call:

Sandy Juba at 321-543-0502 or Betty Salter at 321-223-8073 or Nancy Clark at 321-292-1434. These ladies are experienced in dealing with TGO wildlife.

Community Information & Notices

CSA Yard Debris Pick-Up Rules

The CSA crew picks up organic yard debris at least once per week. Tree trimmings should be cut down to a maximum of 4 feet long, weigh less than 50 pounds, and be stacked uniformly at the curb. Loose material such as pine needles, leaves and small twigs must be collected in untied plastic bags or open containers. The CSA will not pick up sod, dirt, tree stumps, construction material (e.g., concrete, wood, drywall, metal), chemicals (e.g., paint, oil), major appliances, or tires. DO NOT bring these items to the CSA Maintenance Yard yourself. They may be dropped off, without charge, at the Brevard County Mockingbird Mulching Facility (321-264-5009) on South Street (SR405). Go past the Lowe’s SR405 entrance then turn LEFT at the first traffic signal. Most other waste items such as carpet, porcelain plumbing fixtures, etc. that are not mentioned above can be dropped off at the Brevard County Transfer Station (321264-5048) that is also on South Street (SR405), but 0.5 mile past Lowe’s on the same side of the street.

Please do not allow pets to urinate on trash or debris. The crew has to pick this up!

Clearing Vegetation on CSA Property

CSA Trash Pick Up Rules

The CSA crew picks up household trash 364 days of the year (off for Christmas). You’ll see them in a big truck pulling one or more green hoppers behind it. The guy crouching on the hopper grabs your trash bag as they pass by. To make the collection process efficient, please follow these important rules

• Break down all boxes and put all packing material in a closed bag.

• Close all trash bags with twist ties or the integrated drawstrings that some trash bags have.

• Tie bags together if they are all light in weight.

• Place trash within 1 foot of the road so that it’s within easy reach.

• Dispose of your pet’s waste inside the closed trash bag.

• Put trash out at the curb by 10:00 am - Pick-up time varies within the park.

• Do not mix household trash with organic yard debris or construction materials.

• Do not put trash out at night because by morning it will have been scattered by wild animals.

• Also be aware that if you place your trash out on the street too early, the vultures think you have prepared them a sack lunch - and the result is not always pretty!

Our Declaration of Covenants states that “No CSA land may be cleared of any vegetation without prior written permission from the Board of Directors or its designee. Unauthorized clearing of CSA property will result in a hearing, with possible fines and ordered replanting.” This only makes sense, as you would not cut vegetation on someone else’s property without permission first. In order to track this better, we will require anyone seeking permission to cut vegetation on CSA property to fill out an ARC permit. An approved permit must include the CSA manager’s signature, and a copy of the permit will be filed in your ARC fi le for documentation purposes.

The Great Outdoors Activities Committee

2022-2023 Events and Concerts Schedule

February 11 Saturday 6:00 pm Valentine’s Day Party

February 16 Thursday 7:30 pm Shake Baby Shake and The Lovettes SOLD OUT

March 2 Thursday 7:30 pm Steve Solomon - Comedian

March 3 Friday 4:30 pm Trivia Night SOLD OUT

March 4 Saturday 4:30 pm Trivia Night SOLD OUT

March 11 Saturday 8:00 am 5K Walk Run

March 11 Saturday 6:00 pm St. Patrick’s Day Dance Party

March 16 Thursday 7:00 pm Variety Show #1

March 17 Friday 7:00 pm Variety Show #2

March 23 Thursday 7:30 pm New York Bee Gees / Donna Summers SOLD OUT

TGO VARIETY SHOW “ON THE ROAD AGAIN” March 16 & 17

Have you ever considered performing? Would you like to help with props and staging? No experience is needed - just enthusiasm and interest. For more information contact: Judy Grant 321-567-4024 email: ajkgrant@yahoo.com

How To Purchase Concert Tickets

General Admission tickets can be purchased for $15 for each concert at the TGO Tickets & Gift Shop. The Waiting List for Season Tickets is now open.

Low Mobility Seating at an Activities Concert

If you have a mobility impairment and need seating at one of our concerts, please call Bev Moquin at 508-317-0295 to arrange for that a few days before the concert. Bev must be contacted each time you need this service.

Monthly Activities Meeting

Our next meeting is February 21, 2023 at 1:00 pm in the Plantation Manor. Everyone is welcome. Our monthly meetings are the third Tuesday of every month from October until April.

Activities Committee Points of Contact

Carmella Zielinski 321-289-0150 tmcmzie@gmail.com

Melanie Matz 631-365-6640 melaniematz@me.com

Pam Wheeler 321-567-4068 pamswheeler@aol.com

Pat Bronson 315-345-5246 pat@petebronson.com

Thank You to Our Season Sponsors

Ron Norris

Mackey’s MPI, Inc.

TGO Realty, Inc.

Atlantic Storm Protection

Blinds of All Kinds

Eagle’s Pride

Parrish Medical Center

Gary L. Torres, D.M.D.

TGO Tickets & Gift Shop in Hobbyland is open Monday - Friday • 10 am - 1 pm

Thursdays 5 - 7 pm and alternating Saturdays 10 am - 1 pm (the day after The Happenings comes out)

Ticket Office - 321-269-8023

The Newlywed Game

Join us Saturday, February 11, at 6:00 pm in the Manor for a fun evening of laughter, music and dancing

Featuring DJ Don Wheeler

Let’s find out how well you really know your spouse!

(If you and your spouse would like to be contestants, leave a message at TGO Tickets & Gifts - 321-269-8023) BYOB and snacks for your table

Tickets on sale at TGO

Tickets & Gifts - $10

Thursday, March 2, 2023

Steve has taken the art of impersonation and mimicry and honed it into a science. He masterfully weaves dialects and crazy characters into his stories. These tales take on a life of their own as Steve recounts memorable moments from his past and makes hysterical observations of the things we all relate to happening around us today!

Make Your Plans Now for this Incredibly Funny Show!

Tickets for Sale at TGO Tickets & Gifts - $15 Show Starts at 7:30 pm

TGO 5K & PARRISH MEDICAL WELLNESS FAIR

SATURDAY MARCH 11, 2023 • PLANTATION MANOR

7:15 am Registration 8:00 am Walkers Start 8:15 am Runners Start

$5 Tickets available at TGO Tickets & Gifts

Tickets must be purchased by February 10 to guarantee T-shirt and size

WELLNESS FAIR

9:00 am - 12 Noon - Free to TGO Residents - Health Speakers and Talk to Providers

Linda Broeder at 847-712-0423 or Carmella Zielinski at 321-289-0150

EAGLE’S PRIDE

Wildfire Evacuation Exercise Plan

The Great Outdoors hosted a Wildfire Emergency Evacuation Exercise, on Friday, January 27, between 10 am – 12 pm. Volunteers from our Firewise Committee and select CSA Board Representatives participated. CSA employees from Maintenance and Courtesy Patrol also participated. Representatives from Brevard County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), Brevard County Fire and Rescue (BCFR), and Florida State Forestry Department joined us for the exercise. They brought in emergency and firefighting equipment, and provided direction and oversight. This drill aimed to test our readiness, emergency communications, and cooperation with local emergency authorities in the event of a fast-moving wildfire threat. Community residents were notified that a drill was taking place, but no action was expected from them. No residents of our community were asked to evacuate during this drill. Fire and emergency vehicles were on display in the Manor parking lot.

The Drill Day Exercise:

Designated volunteers and CSA employees were contacted via our emergency notification system and asked to report immediately to the ‘Command Center’ at The Manor. Here they received an emergency briefing by senior representatives from BCSO, BCFR, and CSA. Next, volunteers and CSA employees received specific instructions, were given safety vests and radios so they could be rapidly deployed to key locations along the evacuation route to offer directions, and assistance and answer questions to our owners and residents as if it was a real emergency.

Our Proposed Scenario:

A wildfire is actively burning on St. Johns Property just south of our community. Fire agencies are now responding. High winds are pushing this wildfire in the direction of our community, and this wildfire may reach our community in 30 minutes. BCSO and BCFR are arriving onsite at TGO with equipment to fight the fire, and they have directed residents on Plantation from 315 Plantation – 416 Plantation to evacuate their homes immediately, with the option of sheltering in The Manor and parking their vehicles in the Manor parking lot. All residents who are currently residing in the community, but not asked to evacuate their homes, are notified to shelter in place and await further instructions. Time is of the essence, and it is our priority to keep emergency vehicle traffic moving freely, keep all people in a safe area and prevent people from sightseeing which can get in the way of firefighting activity.

Firewise Volunteers:

There is an understanding among volunteers that all family and personal matters are safe prior to reporting to assist with an actual fire emergency. Volunteers are not required to assist with an actual emergency, family comes first please!

Following the drill, all volunteers and representatives returned to the command center for a debriefing discussion led by manager Billy Specht. Overall the drill was deemed a success by both the BCSO and BCFR along with the State Forestry Department. Both CSA Patrol and our Firewise group considered the event a success.

Joe DiGulio, Tony Del Monte, and Tim Graham review the evacuation route with Billy Specht.

Representatives from BCSO, BCFR, the State Forest Service, and Firewise provided their expertise for this evacuation drill.

Firewise volunteers manned strategic traffic points within TGO to direct residents to the correct evacuation route.

Firewise members gathered around a Brevard County Fire and Rescue vehicle while the Forestry Department displayed one of their dozers.

The evacuation team posed for a photo-op on the steps of the Manor after a successful event.

Emergency Traffi c Plan

This exit will NOT support heavy or long vehicles. Do not plan to use your RV as an evacuation vehicle.

BLUE HERON WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY

EAGLE’S PRIDE

Family Owned and Operated since 1998

RV Service and Parts

RVs, Motorhomes, 5th Wheels and Travel Trailers

Annual Services:

Lube, Oil, All Fluids, Filters, Batteries, Generators and More!

• Tow Set-Up

• Hitch Installation

• Braking Systems

• Shock Installation

• Motorcycle Lift

• Awning Installation and Repair

• Air Conditioning/Furnace

• Lube Pumps

• Refrigerator Repair and Installation

• Satellite Dishes and Electrical

• Full RV Collision Repair

• We Work with All Insurance Companies

• Extended Warranty Work

• Warranty and Recall Work on Most Manufacturers

Eagle’s Pride RV Service & Parts - 108C Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780

Open Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Call or email us... 321-383-0288 or eaglespriderv@yahoo.com

RV Sales

• We Buy RVs, 5th Wheels and Travel Trailers

• We Accept Trade-Ins

• We Consign RVs

• We Can Provide Financing

• We Sell Warranties

• RVs Are Always Plugged in with Air Conditioning On

• We Provide Free RV Appraisals

• We Have a 24 Hour Security Guard with Cameras

We Are Your Best Option To Help Sell Your RV

Eagle’s Pride RV Sales - 98 Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780

Open Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Call or email us... 321-383-4495 or sales@eaglespriderv.com

We value each and every customer! Your needs and concerns are important to us! Find us online at: www.eaglespriderv.com

The Great Outdoors Community Church

Watch Bible Study and Services

Pastor David’s Bible Study is LIVESTREAMING on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am on the church website: tgochurch.org. In person bible study is 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall.

An Interdenominational Christian Church

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE

10:00 am

Watch the LIVESTREAM on our Church Website: tgochurch.org

Dr. David Price

Lead Pastor

J.B. Kump

Minister, Small Groups, Visitation and Retreats

Dan Zahn

Minister of Prayer & Visitation

321-383-0303

Send e-mail to: info@tgochurch.org

Visit our website: www.tgochurch.org

If you miss the livestream of any service, you can watch it from our website: tgochurch.org by clicking on the Resources tab at the top of the homepage, then click on Archived Videos to find the service.

Ray Z’s Bible Class

Class is scheduled for Mondays at 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall of our church.The Book of Revelation and special topics of future events.

Calling ALL Singles - Join us for fun events!

The SINGULARS of Great Outdoors Community Church are continuing their enjoyable schedule. Get on the email distribution list for all the events for this group: Send your email, with the subject line “Singulars Email” to: info@tgochurch.org or call the church office at 321-383-0303 to keep up on the latest news for the Singulars, please contact our coordinator Pastor J.B. Kump at: 321-543-1608 or email: jb.kump@gmail.com.

Women In Church (WIC) Luncheon

The next WIC luncheon is February 14 at 10:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. Tickets are available February 5 in the church Fellowship Hall after the church service. The cost per ticket is $15.00 ($13.00 for food and $2.00 for county missions). Please bring the exact bills when purchasing the tickets which will be presented at each luncheon.

Listen to Verse by Verse

With David Price on WPIO 89.3 FM every Monday - Friday at 4:40 pm and 9:13 pm

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month from November through April and meets in the Narthex. Contact Rosalind Zahn for more information at 321-446-7968.

Food & Clothing Donations

We will pick up food and clothing for the needy. Please call Bill and Lynda Shaw at 215-450-5900.

Great Outdoors Community Church has a ministry that provides services to TGO residents. The areas of support and their points-of-contact are as follows:

Home Repairs Heidi Turner 321-514-3719 jihsturner@msn.com

Lending Closet Roger Stairs 724-228-7758 beaust881@hotmail.com

Temporary Meals Linda Snyder 610-751-5919 ravenmst@hotmail.com

County Services Bev Houghton 810-919-1629 bhoughto10@hotmail.com

Respite Sitting Martha Dayson 321-268-1460 jimdayson@bellsouth.net

Transportation Charlie Wood 847-609-1222 charliewood847@gmail.com

The Great Outdoors Community Church

CONCERT SCHEDULE - 2022- 2023

Sunday February 5, 2023 6:00 pm Eirinn Abu

Sunday February 26, 2023 6:00 pm Guardians Quartet

Sunday April 2, 2023 7:00 pm Easter Cantata

Wednesday May 3, 2023 7:00 pm Brevard Chorale

A Love Off ering will be received during each concert

For more concert information, call 321-385-9731

Men’s Breakfast Group

Join us for another great season of breakfasts for the men of The Great Outdoors. Breakfast dates are February 18, March 18 and April 15 in Fellowship Hall of The Great Outdoors Community Church.

Tickets for the breakfast are $12.00 each and will be available in Fellowship Hall following services on February 5 and February 12, 2023.

The February 18 program will be presented by Chaplains Jon Nienhuis and Ben Schultz of Good News Jail & Prison Ministry, Brevard County. They will give us an update on their ministry here in Brevard County. For more information, contact Bill Miller at 321-474-0785

A Big Thank You from WIC

Thanks to everyone who donated items and those who volunteered their time to make it a huge success!

IN CONCERT

Sunday, February 26, 2023 6:00 pm

The Great Outdoors Community Church

Love o ering will be received

Dean Hickman, John Darin Rowsey, Pat Barker and Scott Mullins, collectively known as the Guardians Quartet, are a southern gospel quartet with a unique sound, tight harmony and a passion for sharing the gospel through their music. With three Dove Award nominations, multiple #1 songs and Fan Awards, the Lord has blessed the Guardians Quartet with an incredible journey since their inception.

VALENTINE TRIVIA

Q: In the Victorian era, mean-spirited Valentine’s Day cards were called “___ Valentines.”

A: Vinegar

Q: About how many roses are sent for Valentine’s Day each year?

A: 50 million

Q: Who invented the first Valentine’s Day candy box?

A: Richard Cadbury

Q: Letters to Juliet are sent to what city every year?

A: Verona, Italy

Q: What do yellow roses symbolize?

A: Friendship

Q: William Shakespeare mentions Valentine’s Day in which of his plays?

A: Hamlet

Q: The love goddess Aphrodite was said to be born from what?

A: Seafoam

Q: Besides Valentine’s Day, for which holiday are the most flowers sent?

A: Mother’s Day

Q: What notorious gangster orchestrated the St. Valentine’s Day massacre?

A: Al Capone

Q: How much money do Americans spend on chocolate for Valentine’s Day each year?

A: $1 billion

Q: Which decorative item used on Valentine’s Day means “to snare or net”?

A: Lace

Q: What fruit is also known as the ‘love apple” because of its shape and were once thought to be an aphrodisiac?

A: Tomato

Q: How much money did Valentine’s Day spending reach in 2022, according to the National Retail Federation?

A: $23.9 billion

Q: What year did Hallmark first start selling Valentine’s Day cards?

A: 1913

Is a Roth IRA Conversion Right For You?

Do you have a traditional IRA? Depending on your circumstances, it might make sense for you to convert all or a portion of it to a Roth IRA. And this year may be a particularly good time to take action.

Why? Because, as you know, 2022 has been rough for the financial markets, so the value of your investments may be down. And that means you’d pay fewer taxes upon converting your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA than you might if the markets were up and your investment were worth more.

Still, you’ll have to have money available to pay the taxes due on the conversion, which can be considerable. Or you could spread the total amount converted over several years to possibly lower the tax impact.

A conversion could ultimately be worth it.

A Roth IRA provides tax-free earnings and withdrawals, provided you meet certain conditions. And since these withdrawals don’t count against your income, they won’t add to your Social Security taxes or bump up your Medicare premiums when you’re retired.

Consult with your tax advisor before launching a Roth IRA conversion. It’s a big move - so you’ll want to make sure it’s right for you.

This content was provided by Edward Jones for use by SABINA BAKER, your Edward Jones financial advisor at 966 Florida Ave S, Rockledge. We are located just south of Cocoa Village. Member SIPC

POLAR BEAR CLUB Our Polar Bear Club for your Air Conditioning System gets you on the road to Peace of Mind with inspections performed according to the Manufacturer’s recommendations. For each inspection performed, one of our specially trained technicians provides a comprehensive report. When your next inspection is due, our computer will prompt us to call and schedule your next service. Call us today about our Polar Bear Club to keep your system running at peak efficiency while saving you money.

Valentine’s Day Cupid Classic

Monday, February 13

8:45 am Shotgun Start

OPEN TO ALL TGO RESIDENTS, TGO MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS

Teams consist of 2 players. Format is a Scramble.

Teams will be handicapped (40% of A + 20% of B)

Players must have some form of handicap verification in order to play in this event. Two Drive Minimum per player.

Tee assignments based on already published Guidelines for MGA and LGA play. Any deviation must be approved prior to the day of play.

Flights Planned: 2 Gals, Guy & Gal, 2 Guys, 9 Holers

Cost per person is $30 (plus applicable course fees)

Fee includes prize fund and lunch in the Manor after play

Mimosas Compliments of Golf Carts Unlimited

Sign up sheets are in the golf shop

Payment ($30 per player) is due at time of sign up

Please try to sign up as a team

Happenings Around The Great Outdoors

Mark Your Calendars... Park-Wide Yard Sale

Saturday, March 4 - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

TGO

Painting

Wednesday, February 8 from 3-5:00pm at the Blue Heron. $25 includes all necessary supplies. Limited to 30 painters - Call Barbara Yeager to reserve your seat - 508-410-0029.

Our TGO Firewise crew recently cleared an area next to the Nature Trail that was being taken over by Brazilian Pepper. The result left a large stump and a beautiful clearing. L-R: Betty Salter, Chris Miller, Al McGuire, Ron Peoples, Karri Olefirowicz and Ed Olefirowicz.

Class - Sip & Paint - Either image

Happenings Around The Great Outdoors

Hello... TGO Pro Shop! Meet Cindy Ehresman, the latest addition to our golf shop team. Cindy will happily take your reservation and book your tee time.

Kathy Hood was in charge of the WIC flea market and bake sale. She and her husband Bob, along with all the volunteers below, worked tirelessly to put on this great fundraiser.

TGO FIREWISE INFORMATION

RESIDENTS REDUCING WILDFIRE RISKS

Visit tgocsa.org to view Firewise video and brochure or TGO Firewise on Facebook

Remember, you must have written permission to remove any living shrubs or trees beyond your property line. Contact CSA if you have questions about removal and consult the Architectural Review Board before making landscape changes.

Where There’s Smoke... by Ed Brown

You know what comes next, but the reverse: “Where there’s fire, there’s smoke,” is a reality that could save your life. A simple electronic device, the SMOKE DETECTOR, has saved thousands of home owners and their families from being burned to a painful death in a house fire.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that smoke alarms be installed on every level of your home, inside every bedroom and outside each sleeping area. In multi-level homes, mount smoke detectors at the bottom of stairs leading up to the next level.

Placement of smoke detectors is important! Mount ceiling-mounted smoke alarms in the center of the room. If that is not practical, mount detectors on the wall - at least 3 feet away from a corner and within 12 inches from the ceiling. Keep smoke alarms in the middle of the ceiling when ceiling mounted. If that is impractical, mount smoke detectors at least 3 feet from a corner and within 12 inches from the ceiling. Keep smoke alarms away from drafts created by fans or air ducts. Moving air can blow smoke away from the detector. Bathroom shower steam can also trigger sensors in the alarm. Avoid placing smoke alarms too close to the kitchen stove or any cooking devices.

Choice of smoke detectors is important. The least expensive units are 9 volt battery powered. (Read the instructions! The test button will give you a loud warning that is difficult to ignore). Replace the battery in one year. Lithium powered battery units have a 10- year lifespan. Check once a year.

Hard Wired Alarms are powered by your home’s electricity. A battery installation (as above) will ensure function even if electricity is compromised (power lines down, etc.). Maintenance should be as with “battery operated only detectors.” Most homes in TGO have hard wired alarms. A further development of the Hard Wired Alarm is the “ Bed Shaker.”.It is designed to have you up, aware and heading for an exit!

Have a plan prepared if the smoke alarm sounds. Never ignore the sound of a smoke alarm. Discuss and practice your emergency escape plan as a family. Don’t overlook PETS! Know two exits from every room; Grab your BUG-Out Bag as you leave.

• Feel a door for heat. If the door or door knob is hot there is fire behind it. Pick another exit!

• Crawl on the floor. Smoke from a fire rises as does heat. If you get low, it will be cooler and the air will be fresher.

• Meet at a designated spot outside. Do a head count. Is everybody out? Stay together!

• Call 911 once outside. Report the fire: Give your full name and address to the 911 operator. Stay on the line.

• Do Not Go Back Inside a burning structure until the fire department says that you may! Stay together and stay out of the way of firefighting activity. You are Together; It will get Better!

Be Firewise; Be Safe!

Firewise Committee - Contact Information

Tim Graham Chairman 561-262-8833

Donald Payne 407-222-0583

Ed Brown 321-383-8253

Mike Lavery 585-472-1538

Ron Peoples 407-509-0486

Betty Salter 321-223-8073

Ed Olefirowicz 919-360-3174

Karri Olefirowicz 919-265-4315

Christopher Miller 407-375-8310

O.M. Butch Jones 804-514-4458

Albert McGuire 810 338 5646

Sharon Maloney 770-294-6362

Riddle Answer: I love you a ton!

TRAIL MAINTENANCES AND GUIDED NATURE HIKES

Trail maintenances and guided nature hikes are listed below with meeting locations. Long pants, long sleeves, hiking shoes/boots, insect repellant, sunscreen and water are recommended. For trail maintenance, please bring gloves, a rake or loppers and for hikes, you may want binoculars and/or a camera. To volunteer for trail maintenance or for any questions, please text Betty Salter at 321-223-8073 or you may send her an email at bettysalter@hotmail.com Unless otherwise noted, meet at each respective trail’s trailhead on the golf cart nature trail.

TRAIL MAINTENANCES

Mondays, February 06, 13 and 20 at 9:00 am 02/06

Trail @Trailhead 02/20 Claire & Ernie Carlson Trail @ Library

GUIDED NATURE HIKES

Wednesdays, February 08, 15 and 22 at 9:00 am

NATURE CENTER MONTHLY MEETINGS

Wednesday, February 08 at 2:30 pm

Our next Nature Center monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 08. The meeting will be held in the Plantation Manor Please note date, time and venue change from our regularly scheduled meetings.

Everyone is welcome to attend our monthly meetings!

Tuesday, February 21 at 9:30 am

A regular meeting of the Board of Directors will be held at Dolly Akers’ home located at 221 Harmony Lane.

NATURE PROGRAMS

Wednesdays, February 08, 15 and 22 at 7:00 pm

Join us in the Plantation Manor for our nature programs. Our upcoming programs are listed below. Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help offset the speaker fees.

February 08—“Save Our Indian River Lagoon & the 1/2 cent sales tax” Brandon Smith, How the 1/2 cent sales tax is being used restoring Lagoon with Clam beds.

February 15 “Bats” Sheri Bissett-Clark will educate us about Bats.

February 22 “Bees” Bill Matanis will educate us about Bees with honey and honeycombs available for sale.

NATURE CENTER WEBSITE

Years ago, a former TGO resident submitted dozens and dozens of his photos to be added to the Nature Center website. Recently a company is alleging they represent the Associated Press and one photo’s copyright is owned by the Associated Press and they want hundreds of dollars for unauthorized use of the photo. The photo had no copyright information on it. Due to this situation, the Nature Center Board of Directors requested the Nature Center website be taken down which it was so the Nature Center no longer has a website.

NATURE TRIVIA QUESTION

How many mosquitoes can a Dragonfly kill per day? The nature trivia answer can be found under “Contacts” on the next page.

DISCONTINUING AMAZONSMILE PROGRAM

Amazon is discontinuing its AmazonSmile Program which is a program whereas Amazon donates a portion of sales to non - profit organizations. See part of Amazon’s communication below.

Dear customer,

In 2013, we launched AmazonSmile to make it easier for customers to support their favorite charities. Howeve r, after almost a decade, the program has not grown to create the impact that we had originally hoped. With so many eligible organizations more than 1 million globally our ability to have an impact was often spread too thin.

We are writing to let you know that we plan to wind down AmazonSmile by February 20, 2023. We will continue to pursue and invest in other areas where we’ve seen we can make meaningful change from building affordable housing to providing access to computer science education for students in underserved communities to using our logistics infrastructure and technology to assist broad communities impacted by natural disasters.

To help charities that have been a part of the AmazonSmile program with this transition, we will be providing them with a one-time donation equivalent to three months of what they earned in 2022 through the progra m, and they will also be able to accrue additional donations until the program officially closes in February. Once AmazonSmile closes, charities will still be able to seek support from Amazon customers by creating their own wish lists.

DID YOU KNOW?

Ladybugs undergo four stages during development: egg, larvae, pupa and adult insect. Larval stage is characterized by soft, elongated body with bumps on the skin. Some people say that larvae of ladybug looks like tiny alligator.

Ladybug can produce up to 2000 eggs in a lifetime. Some eggs are not fertile and they serve as food for fertile eggs.

Ladybugs can survive from a few months to 9 months in the wild.

The

The Nature Center at The Great Outdoors is a 501(c)(3) non-profit self-supporting organization. Donations may be tax deductible.

DON’T LET YOUR BENEFITS BE INTERRUPTED!

On February 11, 2023 , we will be migrating to our 2023 membership email lists. For Nature Center members to continue receiving uninterrupted membership benefits including the publications of “Nature Chat,” “Next Week With Nature,” the monthly “Nature Center Calendar of Events,” and invitations to exclusive members -only and members-first events, please renew your membership before February 11 Memberships can be renewed at our Wednesday night programs, our monthly meetings or by mailing or drop them off at 225 Addison Way. Contact Sharon Maloney at 770 -294 -6362 or email her at maloney95@comcast.net with any questions.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

At our annual meeting to be held on March 8, we will be electing our Board of Directors for a two year term. If you would like to “throw your hat in the ring” for President, Vice-President, Secretary or Treasurer, contact Pat Dick at at 321-848-2813 or patdick@gmail.com You must be a Nature Center member to be eligible to run for a director position.

NATURE CENTER BUILDING STATUS

The Nature Center building has been professionally cleaned in the aftermath off the vandalism. During work on the building, termite damage was discovered. The damage has to be addressed before the painting of the walls and trim can commence. The paint colors have been selected. The wall color will be Lace Wing which is a very pale green and the trim will be Restful White (as the name suggests). We are all looking forward to the Nature Center re-opening.

TGO Residents Join Our TGO Nature Center Facebook Group

Classified Ads

All Classified Ads - For Sale, Rent and Wanted - will cost $10.00 per ad, per issue. Payment is by cash or check, payable to “CSA.” Classified ads list tangible and real property owned or wanted within TGO by the resident who places the ad. All ads must be brief, 25 words or less. Forms are available at the Manor CSA Office, 145 Plantation Drive. The placement of new ads and the renewal of existing ads must be made, with payment, no later than 5:00 pm on the Friday before the upcoming publication date. No refunds for early cancellation of ad. All ads are placed on a first-come basis. Space is limited.

RV LOTS/ HOMES FOR SALE, RENT OR LEASE AND MISCELLANEOUS

FOR RENT: RV Lot at 385 Oak Cove Road. Close to pool and laundry. Use of 8’ x 10’ shed included. 6 months+ preferred. Call or text Rich at 636-288-6047. Email slim6468@gmail.com (exp 02-03-23)

FOR SALE: 115 Windsong Way. 3600sf lot on desirable street. Can accommodate 900sf Executive Suite. Backs up to the nature trail. Call 865-253-0366 (exp 02-03-23)

FOR RENT: RV Lot at 50 Sunset Drive. May-December openings. Monthly rental preferred. Discount for consecutive months. Call/text Dave at 616-450-4509. Email: dverstra@comcast.net (exp 01-05-24)

FOR RENT: RV Lot at 145 Windsong Way. Large Suite and/or Pad. Short term rentals January, March - October. Long term rental available for next season. Call 317-491-4012 or email barbaraellis2012@gmail.com (exp 02-17-23)

FOR SALE: Lake front lot property located in North Carolina mountains with RV Port and building - $79,000. Call Mike for more information - 828-508-9607 (exp 02-17-23)

FOR SALE: 1988 Avion 5th Wheel, 3 slides, very good condition $6500. Contact Heinz at 862-260-1286 (exp 02-03-23)

SLS Residential Cleaning

30 Years Experience - Fully Insured

Services Include: Vacuuming, Mopping, Dusting, Deep Cleaning, Making and Changing Bedding, Laundry, Window Washing and more!

References upon request. Please call...

Shelly Sharf - 321-522-6748 Owner

Call after 6:00 pm. Leave a message and I’ll call you back.

SUDOKU puzzles have one solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row, column, and 3x3 square must contain one of each digit. Here’s an “Hard” version. No solution is provided.

Dinner Menu

SALADS & SOUPS

Please ask our servers about specials, desserts and drinks

ENTREES

Rib eye 29

12 oz. grilled to order, mashed potatoes and veggie of the day

Oven-Braised Short Ribs 23

Oven-braised overnight, red skinned mashed potatoes & fried onions

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib

Saturdays from 4 pm to 8 pm

With baked potato, veggie of the day and side salad 8 oz.-24 12 oz.-28

Chicken Parmesan 18

Served over Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce

fresh ingredients

Chicken Fried Steak 12 With white gravy, mashed potatoes and veggie of the day

Corona-Beer Battered Fish & Chips 19 Slaw & crème fraiche tartar sauce

Pecan Crusted Chilean Salmon 26 Chilean salmon baked, sweet Dijon-pecan crust. Served over orzo-faro/baby spinach blend with lemon beurre blanc sauce

Bob’s Meatloaf 17 With mashed potatoes and veggie of the day

Breakfast

Tender- hand-breaded country fried steak, topped with creamy sausage gravy & served with two eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, and choice of breakfast bread

two

any

HAND HELDS

We take pride in preparing our food from scratch every day. Some items will have limited availability. We are concerned for your well-being. If you have allergies, please alert us as not all ingredients are listed! *We are obliged to tell you that consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness. Please enjoy your time with us. Bon Appétit!

Café open Monday through Saturday 7:00 am to 10:30 am Sunday 7:00 am to Noon 137 Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780

373 Plantation Drive - $169,900

• RV Site with 240 sq ft Executive Suite • Built 2001

• Lot size 80’ x 50’ front/40 back

• Small private patio in back overlooking views of nature

• Kitchen includes large stainless steel sink with gooseneck faucet, refrigerator, 2 burner cooktop and microwave

• Bathroom has a stall shower, sink and toilet along with stacked front loading washer & dryer

• HVAC - 2 Johnson Controls/Sanyo Heat and A/C units with a single outside low-temp heat pump unit. The interior has two independently operated air handlers with remote control

• Glass windows with white 2” blinds throughout

• Tile floors • Roof - Composite replaced in 2016

• 10’ x 10’ Golf cart/storage shed with electric moved to the back of property with ARC approval

545 Fairways Drive - $449,000

• This well-maintained Evergreen home has beautiful views of the 13th hole and Crane Creek on one of the most sought after streets in TGO

• One bedroom/full bath on first floor, second bedroom/full bath on second floor. The second floor serves as an awesome flex space that can be a bedroom, office, gaming room, or whatever works for your lifestyle

• Approximately 1,400sf under air - 2,276 under roof

• RV Port 49’5” L x 13’4” W x 14’ H with full hook-ups

• Golf cart garage/storage shed

• Water heater 2022 • A/C handler 2022

• Amana HVAC 16 seer 2.5 ton heat pump system 2016

• Sold unfurnished

520 Oak Cove Road

769 Plantation Drive

Listed Nancy Merchant

Sold by Terry MacDonald

Reduced Price

New Listing

328 Plantation Drive - $169,500

This is a beautiful RV lot with spectacular golf views and plenty of space for a large RV

• Gorgeous RV lot with spectacular view of golf course

• New 10’ x 10’ shed with electric

• Paver RV pad new in 2015!

• Great investment opportunity

Nancy Merchant, Licensed RE Broker 321-269-5004 www.tgoresort.com

533

Lake Drive - $229,900

Financing

Spectacular Golf Course Views! Ready to move in!

Cozy manufactured home built in 1994 • Approximately 1080 sq ft with 2 Bedroom/2 full Baths • Stunning view of 14th fairway • Partially covered carport • Kitchen renovated - 2021 • New roof - 2018 • New porch roof - 2017 • New Trane air conditioner - 2017 • Enclosed sun room with full length back porch - 2014 • Storage sheds

Lou Costanza 813-777-4186

LJCostanza@gmail.com Fl Lic# SL3460928

Activities – All Year and Seasonal

Ambassadors Chapter FMCA

Plantation Manor

4:30 pm - 4th Monday of month

(October - April)

Seasonal meetings are monthly, in the Plantation Manor. Come to see your friends, share your latest RV adventures and get updates on our rally schedule and chapter activities. After our business meeting, we provide a light meal for our members and guests. Please bring your own beverage of choice. If you will be attending, you must send an email to Bob Nebel by the Monday before the meeting so we know how much food to purchase. Bob’s email: renebeljr@gmail.com

For more information, call: Bob Nebel at 321-626-1290

Visit our website at www.TGOAMB.com

Plantation Manor Pool

Monday - Friday - 10:00 am

Weather Permitting

Call the CSA Manor Office to ask about any cancellation due to bad weather - 321-264-2393. Aquacise, or water aerobics, is a fun and easy workout for all ages. It uses the resistance of water to increase cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and muscle tone. Being buoyant in the water, about 90% of your body weight is supported and you’ll never feel overheated. Diana Araujo-Fernandez - Monday - Friday

For more information call: Plantation Manor - 321-264-2393

Plantation Manor

Meets all year every Tuesday at 6:00 pm. CARDS GO ON SALE at 4:45 pm. TGO Owners, Renters, and Guests Only. All present during play must be 18 years of age or older. Age verification via government identification may be required.

Bocce Court

(next to Shuffleboard)

Play this game that is similar to a sport from the ancient Roman Empire. The Bocce ball set can be signed-out from the Plantation Manor CSA Office, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. For weekend play, pick up the Bocce set on Friday.

TGO Page Turners

The TGO Page Turners meet in the Library on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm. Please consider joining the fun! The book selection and more good information can be found on FACEBOOK at TGO Page Turners. Wine is welcome!

River Lanes (SR50) - Titusville

TGO Bowling season has started and will end on March 22, 2023. Season will be 12 weeks starting at 1:00 pm. Cost will be $9.00 per week per person. Shoe rental is included. The first week is a business meeting starting at 12:30 pm. Teams will be 4 members with a handicap system, so everyone has a chance to be a winner. To confirm your place in league or join the league or need information call: Jo-Anne Buckley - 321-383-4211

Bridge Club

Plantation Manor Porch

Monday - 1:00 pm • Thursday - 9:00 am

The group welcomes intermediate and advanced level players. Bridge sign-up sheets are placed on clipboards on the outside of the Plantation Manor office door by the stage. Players must sign up by Friday at noon to play on Monday afternoon and must also sign up by Tuesday at noon in order to play on Thursday morning. For more information, call: Cory Lucas - 321-264-2393

1/16 N & J Lebel 3570

1/19 Dan Doherty 4710 1/26 J. Comeau 5970

Library

Thursday - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

February 8 & 23, March 9 & 23

If you can roll 3 dice, come on out for the fun. For more information, call or text: Cathy Costello - 321-376-2823 We are looking for more players - come join us!

Cigar Club Windsong Pavilion

2nd & 4th Tuesdays – 3:30PM. Enjoy a cigar with fellow smokers, swap cigars, share cigar knowledge, join field trips. (Bring a beverage) Contact: Bob Hazlett – 937-545-7446; rlhazlett999@gmail.com

If you are the contact person for any of the events listed on these pages, please review carefully and get back to us with any changes, updates or new contact information. Send to Happenings@tgocsa.com

Activities – All Year and Seasonal

Clown Alley Library

Thursday - 3:00 pm

The TGO Clown Group will meet weekly this year. If you’re looking for some fun, a new career, making a little money, or making people smile, come join us! For more information call: Pam Taylor - 571-217-0444 or Peter Maselli -714-392-4444

Croquet Club

In front of the Golf Driving Range

Sunday - 2:00 pm

No experience needed. Equipment provided. Bring your own chair and beverage. No formal attire. It’s a great way to get outside and have fun with friends and neighbors. Contact: John Comeau - 321-269-5525 or Frank Valenza - 321-567-4272

Diamond Painting

Library - Monday - 1:30 pm

Try this new craft hobby that’s a mix between Cross Stitch and Paint by Numbers. Tiny resin “diamonds” are applied to a color-coded canvas creating a vibrant mosaic painting. For more information, contact: Barbara Yeager - 508-410-0029

Library Saturday - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Euchre is OPEN NOW for all who love the game! The cost is 50 cents. Contact: Peggy Apgar - 321-603-9934

Fly Radio Controlled Aircraft

Experience the “high” of flying R/C aircraft. See if this is something you would like to learn. FREE training. The airfield is less than a mile from TGO. We fly all year and are usually at the airfield by about 8:00 am.

For more information call: Bob Netherton - 321-269-3016

Friendly Hobbies

Hobbyland - Wednesday - 9:30 am - 12:00 noon, all year. Bring your knitting, cross stitch, crocheting, and other needle creations. Join us for a cup of tea and chatter while being creative. For more information, call: Theresa Sansoucie - 603-491-4515 or Mary Jane Smith - 810-853-8188

Fun Time Travel Association

Plantation Manor - 4:30 pm

The FTTA is a rally group open to all owners and renters in TGO. All types of RVs are welcome and are encouraged to enjoy the fun. Join our monthly meeting for information about rallies and socializing. We will serve food at this meeting. Those who plan to attend, send an e-mail to Monica Fierro by the Friday before the Monday meeting so we know how many chairs to set up and how much food to purchase. Put “FTTA” in the subject line. Email to tgomonica@hotmail.com. We hope to see you at the next meeting! Upcoming meetings start at 4:30 pm: December 19, 2022, January 16, February 20, March 20 and April 17, 2023. Monica Fierro - 321-267-7899

Exercise with Charlotte

Plantation Manor (M) or Pavilion (P) Start every day of your week with exercise.

Monday (M) - 8:00-9:00 am

Strength Training

Monday (P) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Low Impact

Tuesday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

PiYo Live

Tuesday (M) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Back Stretch

Wednesday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

Medicine Ball

Games Night

Wednesday (P) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Total Body Toning

Thursday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

Low Impact

Thursday (M) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Belly, Back, Buns

Friday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

Strength Training

Friday (P) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Chair Stretch

Library- Sunday - 6:00 pm • Tuesday - 6:30 pm. This fun-loving group plays many types of games. For more information, call: Jean Crichton - 321-383-9385 Charlotte Sickafoose - 321-267-5950

Hand Knee and Foot Card Game

Library - Wednesday and Saturday - 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

Much more challenging and fun than original Hand and Foot, this is still similar to Canasta. Both days meet all year. For more information, call: Marie Zeigler - 518-805-8569

Activities – All Year and Seasonal

Plantation Manor

6:00 - 9:00 pm

Thursday, February 9. Join in the fun or listen to your friends. Bring snacks and beverages.

Don Wheeler - 321-567-4068 • donwheeler369@aol.com

Line Dancing

Plantation Manor - Tuesdays - 10 am - 12 pm

Beginner class starts at 10:00 am

No dance experience - basic steps taught.

Improver class starts at 11:00 am

Ferrel Mazzatto - Instructor - 321-267-0195

Machine Embroidery Club

Hobbyland

Friday - 12:00 - 5:00 pm, all year

Join us in this fascinating hobby by bringing your embroidery machine. Bring your door key for the craft room. Contact: Pam Wheeler - 603-866-9233 • pamswheeler@aol.com

Mad Hatters

Plantation Manor

First Tuesday 11:30 am - Oct-Apr

All TGO ladies are invited. Lunch is $16.50, bring the exact amount, advance reservations are required. For lunch reservations, contact Vicky Hunter: vhmadhatterluncheoncoordinator@gmail.com.

For any other information contact: Sharon Alonzo at queensharonmadhatters@gmail.com or 518-542-4539

Mah Jongg

Library - All Year

Monday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Tuesday -1:00 - 4:00 pm

Photo Club

Nature Center

1st & 3rd Friday - 1:00 pm, Dec - Mar

Open to all photographers.

The Photo Club has a digital photo frame on the Plantation Manor Porch for your viewing pleasure as well as a gallery of framed photos. The digital photo frame is motion sensitive and displays videos or slideshow photos produced by Photo Club members. Contact: David Spahn - 207-468-6760

Pickleball

Pickleball Courts

Six Pickleball Courts are available starting at 8:00 am every day.

• Lights for Night Play

• Beginners Lessons

• Organized Tournaments • Clinics to Improve Member Skills

• Open Club Play 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Daily

• Private Games in the Afternoon

New to this sport? We strongly recommend calling Nancy Powers at 603-209-2544 from November to mid-April to arrange for lessons before coming out to play. This will give you a good start to a fun and social sport. You can also try borrowing equipment from the Plantation Manor CSA Office Monday - Friday until 3 pm. For more information, call: Marilyn Adams - 517-673-2110 • Charles Wood - 847-609-1222

Quilters

Hobbyland

• Connie Heil - 321-383-8279

• Rosalind Zahn - 321-269-7957

Plantation Manor

All dates begin at 6:00 pm

February 3 & 23, March 13 & 24 and April 7 & 20. Bring snacks for your table/B.Y.O.B. Bring a roll of nickels to play and a canned good or $1, per person, for donation to a deserving local Food Pantry.

Bev Moquin - 508-317-0295 or Betty McIntosh - 321-720-9192

Thursday - 12:15 - 5:00 pm, all year Meeting time 12:30 on the first Thursday of the month November through April. Join in the creative satisfaction and enjoyment of this sewing art. TGO Owners, please bring your door key for the craft room. For more information, call: Nancy Powers - 603-209-2544 or Gayle Sampson - 651-492-0881

Rug Hooking

Hobbyland

Tuesday 9:00 am – November - April

The TGO Traditional Rug Hooking Group invites all “Hookers and Lookers” to visit and see our work. For more rug hooking information, call: Terri Strack - 603-540-5921

Activities –

All Year and Seasonal Pavilion

Sawdust Club

The club building is located near the CSA maintenance yard and open to members 24/7. Members meetings are Oct-Apr, 9:00 am, at the Pavilion every 2nd Tuesday of the month. We provide an opportunity for members to pursue their wood and/or metalworking hobby. Loaner tools are available for any DIY’er or craftsperson who is a member. Membership is open to all TGO property owners. Call: Laura Sievers 630-408-6461 tgosawdustclub.wordpress.com

Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard Courts by Manor

Thursday 1:00 pm

Scheduled play October - April

Discs and Cues are on the Fitness Center front wall. Please put the equipment back neatly when you are finished. For play after dark, there is a light switch timer by the Tennis Court fence enclosure door that is nearest to the shuffleboard courts. For more information, call: Doug Jensen - 401-885-9731

Singles at TGO

The Café - Wednesday 11:30 am

Join us for lunch every week. Men and women can spend an hour or two in fellowship together. Meet old friends and make new ones. Call: Sammye Madden - 321-383-8530 or Cam Pelletier - 321-264-0691

Stampin’ Up!

Greeting card creations!

Hobbyland

Make 3 cards for $10. All supplies provided.

2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 6:00 pm and

2nd and 4th Fridays at 9:30 am. Reservations REQUIRED.

E-mail: bdaniels@cfl.rr.com by Monday before classes.

Carol Hall - 321-289-7380

Stitching from the Heart

Hobbyland - Thursday - 9:30 am - 12 noon, all year

Come join in the fun of stitching your projects while you enjoy a cup of tea. Be sure to bring your key to the craft room. For more information, call:

Barbara Stevens - 240-463-4809

• Teri Alexander - 321-961-1393

Sunday Latin Dance Class

Manor - Sunday - 6:00 pm

Come join the fun - with or without a partner. Contact Linda Peraza 321-383-0735 for more information

Swedish Weavers

Hobbyland - Monday - 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Relax with this fun, needlecraft fabric decorating style. The simple technique can be mastered and enjoyed by all ages.

Carmella Zielinski - 321-289-0150

Tennis Club

Tennis Courts

All Four Tennis Courts

Tennis Club Members Match Play: Mon - Wed - Fri - 9:00 am-1:00 pm

All Tennis Players • Round-Robin • All Skill

Levels: Tue - Thu - Sat - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Open Play Tennis - Daily 1:00 - 8:00 pm. Join the TGO Tennis Club. Contact any Tennis Club Board Member on court.

Tennis Club Meeting

Pavilion - Third Thursday - 5:00 pm, all year

Tennis Club combines a business meeting during the season with a potluck dinner for information and socializing. Bring a dish to share, your own beverages and tableware.

Luis Duthil - 305 812-2110

Watercolor Classes

Hobbyland -Tuesdays - 1:30 - 4:30 pm

Try this class! All levels welcome. Our instructor for February and March will be Susan Stone.

Cost $15. Contact: Lynn Foster - 631-258-0044

Wood Carving

Hobbyland Monday - 8:00 am - 12 noon, all year

All skill levels welcome. Join us for whittling or relief, chip, and carvingin-the-round styles. Contact: Charlie Wing - 321-474-1952

Activities – All Year and Seasonal

Are There Any Fellow Rock Hounds in TGO?

Pavilion - Monday 10:00 - 11:00 am

Hatha Yoga - All level yoga for strength and flexibility.

Anson Bingham - Instructor

Plantation Manor - Thursday 9:45 - 10:45 am

Vinyasa Yoga - Bridget Griffin - Instructor Bring a yoga mat and towel or kneeling pad for both classes.

Plantation Manor

Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:00 am Fun fusion of body sculpting and dance movements to lively Latin rhythms that tone your body. Facebook - Zumba at TGO

Melanie Matz - 631-365-6640 • melaniematz@me.com

Calling All Pams!

We are trying to gauge the level of interest in acquiring some equipment to do lapidary work here in TGO. If you have any interest or prior experience and would like to have a local club, please let us know. Doris Aliev at 954-319-4345 or Jean Caton at 407-257-8956

Calling All Rock Hounds

I know there are a lot of Pams here at TGO. Let’s get together and celebrate this!

Please join Pam Sowers at 327 Club Cove Dr. on Thursday, February 23, at 4:00 pm for a Happy Hour Party of Pams and get to know each other! BYOB. Appetizers will be provided. Please RSVP to 813-951-0290 by February 21.

Spring Line Dance Social

Saturday, March 18, 2023

5:00 - 8:00 pm

Plantation Manor

Beginner – Improver – Advanced

Bring Snacks to Share and Your Own Drinks

Pay at the Door - $3.00

Pat Small: 321-264-7526

Your TGO CSA Patrol

In less than 30 seconds a small flame can turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke to fill a house or for it to be engulfed in flames.

QUESTION: Do you have the correct Extinguisher? Do you remember where it is?

Get up o your chair, walk to the extinguisher and bring it back to your chair. How long did it take? If it takes you longer than 30 seconds, you might want to rethink fighting a fire. Think Evacuation First!

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LISTINGS

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READY FOR NEW OWNERS

This home is situated overlooking a large pond and the green on the 11th hole in The Great Outdoors. This home needs nothing, the roof was replaced in 2012, AC in 2022 with UV sanitizing lights, quartz counter tops in the kitchen with beautiful laminate flooring. Bathrooms were updated in 2018 and 2020. Beautiful panoramic windows with unobstructed water views. Covered RV port is 44' D x 13'2 H x13'4'' W. New floor coating under the port in 2020. This beautiful home is fully furnished. Bring your clothes and move right in.

912 GRANDE HAVEN DRIVE

TITUSVILLE, FL 32780

JASON BROWN

321-506-5407

ALEICIA FRAGOMENI

321-759-3966

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Concrete block on the first & second floor provide exceptional strength and security from all of the elements. You’ll find beautiful marble mosaic, travertine tile throughout the down stairs. In the main kitchen are beautiful 42 inch cabinets, solid surface counter tops, a Viking range and oven, built in wine chiller & large butler pantry. In the dining room are 3 gorgeous chandeliers with soaring open ceilings and a gas fire place. Through the living room you will find the 2nd kitchen designed for entertaining. An enclosed back porch w/ AC allows for ample sunlight. Instead of taking the stairs you can use the private elevator which opens into a huge living room/ loft, where you’ll also find a second utility room, additional flex space, and the huge master suite. This is truly a one of a kind home you must see!

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O Canada - Eh! Social Inside The Plantation Manor

Friday, February 24, 2023, 5:00-7:30 pm plus Canadian Trivia Challenge

You are invited to join us and meet your Canadian neighbours!

BYOB - Subs, Cake, Coff ee will be provided

50/50 drawing to help off set expenses

Trivia Prizes and Door Prizes

Registration requested by e-mail

Table reservations for 6-8 available

Information: Judy Grant - 321-567-4024

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OHIO POTLUCK

Sunday, March 5, 2023 - 2:00 p.m. at the TGO Pavilion

Michigan Party

The State that 4 out of 5 Great Lakes Prefer! Residents (current and former), vacationers, water enthusiasts, Michigan lovers - come join us:

Sunday, February 26 - 3:00 - 6:00 pm at the Pavilion

Guaranteed fun, activities, entertainment, special guests and vocalists plus a 50/50 raffle and food.

Please bring a dish to pass and your beverage only. Paper products provided.

Questions contact:

Chris Kuntz - 810-520-1644 or email: sjk058@yahoo.com

Looking forward to a Great Afternoon!

DEL-MAR-VA POTLUCK

Monday, March 13, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. at the TGO Pavilion

Ohio residents past and present welcome!

This year we are having appetizers and desserts only; please bring one to share. Bring your own adult beverage, we will provide coffee and tea, as well as table service. There will be a 50/50 raffle, FUN and games!

If possible, please bring a small door prize, maybe Ohio related.

So that we know how many to set up for, please RSVP Carol Wagner 440-668-9014 or Dotti Jilek 419-566-4122

Hope to see you there!

Looking

for all past and present residents of DELAWARE, MARYLAND and VIRGINIA

You are invited to join us for a Potluck Supper. Bring a dish of your choice to share (it’s a true potluck!), along with your own place settings and beverages. We will provide hot dogs, music, games and door prizes.

Let us know you’ll be joining us so we can make sure we have enough tables/chairs set up.

Call, text, or email Sherri at 410-858-7018 or sherrihennen59@gmail.com

Lorrie at 443-924-5004 or llmwoych@comcast.net

Feel free to bring along any “hometown” items or pictures you’d like to share!

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NEW YORK NEW JERSEY

STATE DINNER

PLANTATION MANOR - FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 at 5:00 pm

Looking for all past and present residents of New York AND New Jersey! You are invited to our Italian Theme Potluck dinner on Friday, February 10 starting at 5:00 pm, in the Plantation Manor. For fun, come dressed as your favorite NY/NJ icon and maybe you will win a prize! We will also be having a sauce/gravy tasting contest, music for listening and dancing, photo booth, games, along with door prizes and a 50/50 raffl e. If inclined, please bring an unwrapped gift, something from home or your travels, to use as a door prize. Please bring a main dish, sides/appetizer, or dessert to share (to be designated when you RSVP). In addition, you need to bring your own place settings and beverages. Coff ee and water will be available.

Come join us for some fun with fellow TGO people from New York and New Jersey! Please RSVP by February 6 if you plan to attend, and let us know if you’d like to participate in the sauce/gravy contest and what food you will be bringing to share.

Contact Colleen Marigliano at 845-656-8394 or email at hsrottiesmom@hotmail.com

Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island State Social

W ill be held February 25, 2023 in the Plantation Manor starting at 5:00 pm for “socializin.”

“Wicked” good food will be served at 5:30. All past and present residents and renters of these states are welcome. If you drink from a “bubbler,” live “kitty corner” to your neighbor, know how to clean a “lobsta,” have been to “Bah Hahbah,” or know how to “Bang a Uey” like the Floridians, you qualify. “Ayuh,” I “reckon” you “Down Easters” will enjoy “meetin” other “Yankees” from New England. Those from “The Cape” have their own state social. Please bring an appetizer (“chowda” is acceptable), main dish, salad/side (please, no dandelion greens) or dessert (whoopee pies are good) to share. In addition, you will need to bring your own place setting and beverage. Water and coffee will be provided. “Moxie” and “Frappes” will NOT be provided. Entertainment will consist of games, a photo booth, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and music for listening or dancing. There will be no TV and “clickah.”

At the end of the evening there will be a game of Screw Your Neighbor for those who wish to stay. Please RSVP by February 11, 2023 by emailing, texting or calling Nancy Powers at 603-209-2544 or ncpowers46@gmail.com

Looking forward to seeing you!

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5th

Annual TEAM TGO ALS WALK

Saturday, February 25, 2023

Meet at the TGO Manor between 8:00-8:45 am

FREE Appetizer or Dessert Coupon from Longhorn Steakhouse to the first 150 to sign in. Join Charlotte from Exercise Class and Melanie from Zumba for morning stretches to get warmed up prior to the walk.

The Walk will begin at 9:00 am and will go around Hidden Lakes

Drawings will be held immediately following the WALK for awesome items including: Quilts, Gift Cards, Airport Shuttles, Pressure Washing, Personal Training, Jewelry, Golf Cart Accessories, Tote Bags, just to name a few!

Purchase your Drawing Tickets in advance by contacting:

Debbie Grondin 603-617-0463

Vicky Hunter 612-599-9683

Sherri Hennen 410-858-7018

Donna Martin 321-848-1920

We hope you can join us in making a difference. Make your check payable to ALS Association or to donate to TEAM TGO online go to: donate.fl.als.org/TGO

Thank you for helping us Honor our Loved Ones by Raising Money to Find a Cure!

Thank you also to all of our 2023 Sponsors:

Longhorn Steakhouse

Details, Etc.

Bob & Judy Evans Handbags

Golf Carts Unlimited

Robert Petrie Pressure Washing

Kathy Drugan’s Kaydee Jewelry

Pam Wheeler’s Quilt

Ron Norris Ford

Custom Golf Carts

Blue Heron Restaurant

TGO Golf Pro Shop

Trey Boyer Fitness Trainer

Eagle’s Pride

Canine Villa Kennels

Brian & Sharon Baumgarten

Jim & Debbie Milne

Kris Lee-Scott

Therese Brown Massages

Judi Sierer Pet Sitting

Ginny’s Airport Shuttle

Teri Witschi

River Lanes

Mama Rosa’s Pizza

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Parrish Healthcare Off ers Free Diabetes Education Class February 27

Parrish Healthcare is offering a free community education class on diabetes. Decoding Diabetes will take place on Monday, February 27, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm, at Parrish Medical Center’s Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Avenue, Titusville. (just south of Parrish Medical Center’s main campus on the corner of Jess Parrish Court and US-1)

Decoding Diabetes is led by Parrish Healthcare’s Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.

This fun, interactive, and instructional class designed for people age 18 and older with diabetes and will include information on:

• Nutrition and meal planning

• Physical wellness

• Preventing complications

• Much more!

The class is free but space is limited. Register today at parrishhealthcare.com/decodingdiabetes. For additional information, please call at 321-268-6699.

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Peter Maselli - Clown

Juggling, teaching juggling, skits, magic, comedy, music, caring clown, assorted venues Call to schedule your entertainment 714-392-4444

petermaselli4444@gmail.com

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On-Site Businesses and Services

ACTIVITIES OFFICE - Logo Items

Inside the Hobbyland Building

Melanie Matz • 631-365-6640

melaniematz@me.com

Carmella Zielinski • 321-289-0150

BLUE HERON RESTAURANT

321-385-9100

Sunday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Lunch and Dinner or Take-Out Food

Website: www.blueheronrestaurant.org

THE CAFÉ at the Blue Heron Restaurant

321-385-9100

Entrance Door just past Golf Shop Door

Convenient Breakfast and Lunch

Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

CSA OFFICE - 321-268-9767

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

100 D Plantation Drive

EAGLE’S PRIDE - 321-383-0288

RV Parts, Service and Supplies

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Closed Weekends • eaglespriderv.com@yahoo.com

EAGLE’S PRIDE RV SALES - 321-383-4495

Consignment RV Sales Lot

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Closed Sunday • sales@eaglespriderv.com

GUARD GATE - 321-383-2004

Call to alert Courtesy Patrol about any TGO community problem. Call to request assistance from CSA On-Site Maintenance.

GOLFCARTS UNLIMITED - 321-268-4882

Club Car - EZ-GO - HDK - Yamaha

Sales, Service and Rentals

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am - noon • Closed Sunday

MAIL CENTER - 321-269-1666

Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am - 12 noon

mail@tgocsa.com

THE MANOR - 321-264-2393

Plantation Manor Office

145 Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780

Office Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Closed 12 noon to 1:00 pm

MASSAGE THERAPY - 321-302-9885

Therese S. Brown, LMT

Monday - Friday • Call for Appointment

NATURE CENTER

Open Every Day: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

400 Nature Center Trail

PROPANE SALES - 321-268-9767

M-F: 8:30, 9:30, 10:30, or 11:30

Call the CSA Office for Appointment

Payment by Cash or Check Only

TGO GOLF SHOP - 321-269-5524

Tee Times, Apparel and Equipment

Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Website: www.thegreatoutdoorsgolf.com

TGO REALTY, INC. - 321-269-5004

Welcome Center • Resort Sales and Rentals

Personal Storage Unit Rentals

Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

TRIMMERS SALON - 321-383-9198

Hair & Spa Services - Men and Women

Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00

VISITOR ACCESS - 321-383-8802

Call or send an e-mail to guest@tgocsa.org to arrange a Guest Pass for a visitor.

THE HAPPENINGS - 321-264-2393

Open Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm • 145 Plantation Drive - Inside the Manor

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For advertising rates or editorial information, contact The Happenings: Happenings@tgocsa.com