The Happenings 9.1.23

Veterans' Corner

The Happenings has a new contributor, her name is Deb Griffin, a retired Army Master Sergeant with 32 years of service to our country. She has also been a resident of TGO for the past 5 years. This new monthly feature will be devoted to the many members of our TGO Community who served our country in the armed forces. There are numerous veterans in our park and Deb's column will provide a welcomed op portunity to share some interesting news and amazing stories about our TGO service veterans. Read more on page 24.

The Pesky Tick

We all know The Tick can be a carrier of several diseases, including Lyme Disease, which includes a variety of severe symptoms. Well, now there is a new threat from our friend The Tick, known as the Alpha-gal syndrome. Ticks love to bite humans and when they do, they can easily pass on this disease, and you'll never know it - that is until you figure out you are now allergic to meat! Yes... Meat! Beef, pork and even lamb. If, after enjoying a bacon cheeseburger, you start to break out in a sweat, or hives or have trouble breathing, you just might have contracted Alpha-gal syndrome. Boom! You may now be an instant vegetarian! More on page 26....

Labor Day Weekend

One of the most celebrated three-day weekends of the year is Labor Day. It is also the unofficial end of summer. Here in TGO, we celebrate it with the very popular Labor Day Scramble Golf Tournament on Monday, September 4. Check the Pro Shop to see if there are any spaces open - for details, check out page 5. The Blue Heron Restaurant and Bar will also be open that day from 12 - 3:00 pm. They will have a special menu of 1/4 lb. hamburgers, hot dogs and sausages at a great price. Even if you didn't golf, the TGO community is welcome to stop by, have lunch and get out of the heat!

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Manager’s Corner

September 1, 2023

Dear TGO Community,

I wish you and your family a wonderful Labor Day Weekend. As I write this letter, on Monday, August 28, 2023, CSA is preparing for tropical storm weather resulting from hurricane Idalia. TGO will most likely experience heavy rain and wind gusts this mid-week. According to the latest National Hurricane Center track, the storm will land as a category two, and will make landfall at the big bend of Florida in the northwest. Tropical storm and hurricane preparations seem to be the way we celebrate Labor Day here in Central Florida lately. The tropics remain very active with other potential formations into September. It’s too hot to cookout, and too wet and humid to enjoy much time outside. This is that time of year in Florida when we all must stay diligent, stay indoors, and keep an eye on the tropics.

There has been some exciting movement with our CSA staff team. Carmella Galley was recently promoted to Recreation Manager. She served as the lead of homeowner services here in the CSA office for two years. Musa Arturo Alici was selected to join our team as the new Blue Heron Food and Beverage Manager. He is a trained chef who brings over 40 years of experience in the restaurant business to TGO. He will begin training in September and join our team full-time in early October. Finally, courtesy patrol officer Steve Shaw retired from our team on Thursday, August 31. Steve served as our most tenured officer with nine years of service. Please help me congratulate Carmella, welcome Musa and thank Steve Shaw for his nearly one decade of service to TGO. Steve is the courtesy patrol officer who issued my ‘one-and-only’ TGO speeding ticket in 2017. Steve taught me an important lesson that day… to carefully watch my speed while driving on our TGO roads.

Despite the difficult weather, our low season improvement projects are moving forward on schedule. Last week we converted the old florescent lights in the fitness center to LED lights. This change immediately improved the quality of light and energy efficiency in this center. Just outside the fitness center, our buildings team replaced the columns and other areas of rotting wood in the breezeway and shuffleboard court area. This entire area will be painted during the week of Monday, September 11. Finally, this week our team began interior demolition of the bathhouse located at 360 Oak Cove. Over the next six weeks, we will be renovating the interior of this amenity. We plan to have it back open for our seasonal residents by mid-October.

I will take this opportunity to remind you again about a town hall meeting to review the details of our new Spectrum agreement. This will take place on Wednesday, September 20 at 2:00 pm in The Manor. Our new bulk agreement with Spectrum for Internet and TV begins on October 1. This upcoming town hall is an opportunity to get your questions answered about this new agreement before it begins. I hope to see you all there. If you are unable to attend, we will be publishing the minutes from this meeting for everyone in our community to review.

Sincerely,

Billy Specht CSA Manager

Carmella Galley Recreation Manager

137 Plantation Drive Titusville, Florida 32780

321-269-5524

For Tee Times and more information www.thegreatoutdoorsgolf.com

Golf Gift Certificates Available Purchase

September Golf Rates

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

All Prices Subject to Change With or Without Advanced Notice

Non-Resident Rate

18 Holes $42 Before Noon $35 After Noon

9 Holes $23 Before Noon $20 After Noon

First Responders/Military/Groups (FRMG)

18 Holes $38 Before Noon $32 After Noon

9 Holes $21 Before Noon $18 After Noon

TGO Resident Rate

18 Holes $34 Before Noon $29 After Noon

9 Holes $18 Before Noon $15 After Noon

5-Round Punch Card Special (on sale daily)

Non-Resident $195 + Tax

FRMG $185 + Tax

TGO Resident $160 + Tax

6 Hole Avengers

Punch card sale day with bonus 6th round is Friday, September 29

MEMBERSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE – INQUIRE WITH GOLF SHOP STAFF

All prices subject to change with or without advance notice

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.

The Kangaroo Results

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.

The Kangaroo Results

Instruction by TGO PGA

Professional Chuck Kandt

Clinic Information is posted on the information board at the Golf Shop. Private Golf Lessons are Available by Appointment only.

Men's Day Results - Aug 2

Net Skins

Rodger Daugherty #1, #18

Mark Anderson #5

Rick Conover #6

Men's Day Results - Aug 9

6-6-6 Payouts for each

6 Hole Segment

Holes 1-6 Joe Porta 22

Holes 7-12 Al Renzi 21

Holes 13-18 Steve Wright 24

Overall NET Winner: Al Renzi 73

Away Day Results - Aug 7

New Smyrna Beach Golf Club

2 Person Better Ball -

Blind Draw for Partner

1st Karri Conover 62

Chuck Kandt

2nd Cindy Clark 64

Bill Herdman

3rd Rick Conover 68

Patrick Bielling

All Games Day - Aug 23

Games played after golf: Darts, Card Toss, SNAG Chip, Corn Hole, Dice Game

1st Patrick Bielling 68.5

2nd Steve Wright 69.0

3rd Mark Anderson 73.0

Labor Day Scramble

Monday, September 4

Start Time 8:30 SHOTGUN

4 Person Team Scramble

Open to all TGO Residents, Members (TGO, MGA or LGA) and their Guests (Player handicaps are requested)

Entry Fee: $10 Per Person + Applicable Course Fees

Sign Up & Pay in the Golf Shop

Sign up as a 4 person team if possible

OPEN SIGN UP UNTIL FILLED

FOOD AFTER PLAY TBD

The TGO Golf Shop has it all... Bags, balls, clubs, shirts, gloves, sunglasses, hats and more!

www.tgomga.com

Come Join our TGO Men’s Golf Association

• Membership fee one year only $30.00 • Tournaments every Wednesday!

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

MEN'S 2023-2024 GOLF CALENDAR

November 1 Annual MGA Welcome Back Scramble

November 8 1-2-3 Best Ball Team Competition

November 15 Annual Turkey Shootout Better Ball

November 22 Annual Fish Fry Tourney and Luncheon

November 29 Team Better Ball Tourney (1 on 3’s, 2 on 4’s, 3 on 5’s)

+ MGA Membership Meeting

December 6 Annual Team Skins Competition

December 13 Annual MGA/LGA Holiday Scramble & Luncheon

December 20 Team Better Ball (Count 2 on #1-9, Count 3 on #10-18)

December 27 Annual Stableford Team Competition

January 3 President’s Cup 1 Round Matches

January 5 President’s Cup 2 Round Matches

January 10 President’s Cup 3 Round Matches

+ Count 2 BB Game

January 12 President’s Cup Final Flight Matches (4)

January 17 MGA 9 Hole Bubba One Person Scramble, 9:00 am

January 17 President’s Cup Semi-Final & Final Matches, 1:00 pm

January 24 1st Annual Canadian Open (Red & White tees)

January 31 Annual Pink Chump Ball Tourney

+ Membership Meeting & Luncheon

February 7 Annual Beat the Pros Pairs Tourney

February 14 & 16 Annual MGA Club Championships

February 21 Annual U.S. Open - Red, White & Blue Tourney

February 28 Annual MGA Away Day - Location to be Announced

March 6 Team Better Ball Tourney (3 on 3’s, 2 on 4’s, 1 on 5’s)

March 11 Member-Member Opening Social

March 12, 13, 14 29th Annual Member-Member Tournament

March 15 Member-Member Closing Banquet & Awards Night

March 20 Annual MGA Member-Guest and 2 Man Better Ball Tourney

March 27 Annual MGA Beat the Pros Closing Tournament + 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

LADIES 2023-2024 GOLF CALENDAR

October 2 Opening Day - Low Gross - Low Net

October 9 Opening Day - Low Gross - Low Net

October 23 Breast Cancer Benefit Scramble

October 30 Low Gross - Low Net

November 6 Scramble (9 & 18) & Tee Up Luncheon (Paid by LGA)

November 13 Blind Partners - After play, you’ll find out who your partner is

November 20 4 Clubs and a Putter

November 27 Team Better Ball 3-2-1 - Count 3 scores on par 3’s, 2 on par 4’s, 1 on par 5

December 4 2-person scramble

December 11 Team Stableford

December 13

Annual MGA/LGA Holiday Scramble & Luncheon

December 18 Santa & Elves

January 1 Step Aside Scramble

January 8 President & VP Cup* - 1st Round - Tee Times

January 15

President & VP Cup* - 2nd Round & Count 1-2-3 BB

January 22 President & VP Cup* - 3rd Round & Count 2-3 BB

January 29 President & VP Cup* - 4th Round & Count 3-2-1 BB

February 5 Low Gross-Low Net

February 12 Valentine’s Tournament - 2-person ScrambleOpen to All Players and run by Pro Shop

February 19 & 20 Club Championship* - Tee TimesParty after play on the 20th

February 26 Trouble (Modified)

March 4 2-Person (Scramble) Match Play, Annual MeetingMember Paid Lunch

March 11 Saint Patrick’s TournamentOpen to All Players and run by Pro Shop

March 18 & 19 Member-Member* - Tee TimesParty after play on the 19th

March 25 Scramble (9 & 18), Awards Lunch (Paid by LGA)

* Participation in 20% of scheduled LGA events within the previous 12 months required. Schedule subject to change during the year. Sign-up by 5:00 pm on Thursday prior to the event you want to play in.

Dawn England LGA President

Bill Schueller President MGA

2023/24 Golf Membership Program

All prices are subject to 7% sales tax

Planned Course Closure - April 15, 2024

Prices include unlimited golf course play and cart use when playing golf (blackout dates may apply)

Couple pricing includes up to two (2) children 18 or under and still living at home. Additional children are $250 plus tax each.

TO PREPARE FOR THE RENOVATION, AREAS PLANNED FOR RENOVATION WORK WILL BE TREATED RESULTING IN “BROWN OUT” CONDITIONS. THIS PROCESS WILL BEGIN IN EARLY 2024.

Memberships will not extend past April 15, 2024 due to the planned renovation work. TGO Owners will receive a 6% discount. TGO Non-owner residents will receive a 3% discount.

PAYMENT MUST BE MADE VIA CHECK OR CASH TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT!

Refer a new member and receive a $50 credit in the golf shop*

New Member Criteria: Not on the active member list the past 2 programs

Not an employee the past 3 calendar years (2021-Present)

*Referral must be stated prior to payment being made

Membership Benefits

Golf Shop Merchandise Discounts - 20% on Tops/Bottoms; 10% on Accessories and Equipment

Reduced individual range coin pricing. Currently a 50% discount.

TGO Bag Tag (or a date update on a current tag)

Complimentary Guest Passes: 8 & 9 Month

Complimentary pass for an instructional clinic or a 20 minute lesson with the TGO golf professional staff

Complimentary USGA GHIN handicap service if requested (service begins 1/1/24)

Add-on Program

Unlimited range use: Must match selected membership program and be purchased at same time as membership. Single: $45 per month Couple: $60 per month

Sharing of range balls may result in revocation of benefits with NO REFUND

Lifetime Membership: There are currently no Lifetime Memberships available.

Prices are subject to change.

Applications are available in the golf shop.

REGENERATE YOUR BATTERIES!

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Sulfation, the accumulation of hard lead sulfate crystals, is the main reason for capacity and efficiency loss in lead-acid batteries. Sulfate crystals can develop rapidly, preventing your batteries from accepting a full charge.

Over time, sulfation crystals rob battery capacity. As a result, the battery needs more charge more often with a shorter runtime. As sulfation increases, so does your need to replace your batteries. Desulfate to reduce costs.

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• Return Lost Capacity to Your Used Batteries

• Keep Your Battery Pack(s) in Sulfate-Free Condition

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Here is how it works...

Schedule a time to bring your cart in. We will hook it up to our Desulfator Machine. We will need your cart for 48 hours. Cost for a desulfination process including a complete diagnostic report - $250

Our Regeneration Process helps break down and dissolve the lead sulfate crystals, restoring the battery's performance.

We will provide you with a detailed health report for each individual battery, including your battery pack’s performance both before and after the regeneration process.

This process will extend the life of your batteries for multiple years, especially if you establish a yearly maintenance program. All work is done on premises at Golf Carts Unlimited.

Call to make an appointment...

321-268-4882

Bring your cart to us and we'll provide a ride back to your home - and drop your cart off when complete.

CSA Business

Board Of Directors Meeting

Plantation Manor • Wednesday, October 18, 2023 • 3:00 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. The board meeting is televised LIVE on channel 732.

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 CSA Conference Room at 3:00 pm. They are open to attend for any TGO owner.

Infractions Committee

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, October 3, 2023 at 10:00 am Districts 0, 1, 4, 7, 9 - Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 6:00 pm

Architectural Review Committee

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the next ARC Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13, at 10:00 am on the Plantation Manor Porch.

The Architectural Review Committee meets for planning purposes on the Plantation Manor Porch at 10:00 am on Monday, September 11, 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.

The CSA is looking for two members for the Infraction Committee. If you are interested in becoming involved with our TGO community, they are looking for your support. Stop by the CSA offi ce to pick up an application form or go online to our website: www.tgocsa.org then click on CSA Documents/ Forms/Application for committee assignment. Fill out the form and bring it to the CSA offi ce.

CSA Business

TGO Committee Chairman Contacts

ARC Committee

Leon LeBlanc tgoarcchair@gmail.com

Landscaping and Beautification Committee

Lauren Clark district4@tgocsa.org

Elections Committee

Marie Jackson kmjackson80@gmail.com

Finance & Human Resources Committee

Bruce Hayes district0@tgocsa.org

Firewise Committee

Butch Jones butch_jones2001@yahoo.com

Traffic Infractions Committee

Deb Griffin chance307@live.com

Infrastructure & Natural Resources Committee

Matt Willey district6@tgocsa.com

Planning & Building Committee

John Comeau district7@tgocsa.org

Restaurant Advisory Committee...

These are the people appointed to the Restaurant Advisory Committee. If anyone in the TGO community has any concerns, suggestions or issues relating to the Blue Heron Restaurant, please email any of the following members on the Restaurant Advisory Committee.

President’s Council Meetings

Restaurant Advisory Committee

Colleen Marigliano district5@tgocsa.org

Rules & Regulations Committee

TBD

Safety & Security Committee

Barbara Yeager district8@tgocsa.org

Lisa Berkis lberkis@gmail.com

Butch Jones butch_jones2001@yahoo.com

Steve Mardis Steve5559024@yahoo.com

Colleen Marigliano District5@tgocsa.org (Chairman)

Doug Matz District1@tgocsa.org (Co-Chairman)

Kim Proulx Kim@seaglassrentals.com

Steve Shonkwiler jsshonkwiler@yahoo.com

Peter Wehnau pjwehnau@gmail.com

Frank Whitmore frank@parrottrek.com

President Council Meetings will start back on October 17 with meetings at the CSA Pavilion on the third (3rd) Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am. Chuck Benoit is the Chairman of the Council and Ron Young is the Vice Chairperson. Owners are invited to attend.

2023 Condominium/HOA Presidents

CONDO PRESIDENT PHONE# EMAIL

I Wayne VanGorden 603-630-1029 we.vangorden@gmail.com

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

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

IV Blaine Littlefield 207-793-2279 blaine@reagan.com

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

VI Penny Harlow 808-561-8559 pharlow244@gmail.com

VII Len Perkins 757-651-0582 4108lp@gmail.com

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

IX Tom Brobeck 724-601-0284 tombrobeck@yahoo.com

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

CONDO PRESIDENT PHONE# EMAIL

XI Leonard Caton 321-567-3009 lcaton57@gmail.com

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

FHOA Rob Park 803) 665-2526 robp2001@rocketmail.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 Carl Rosner 516-241-1877 pres@tgocondo19.com

APHOA Shawn Shepard 404-291-7195 shawngshepard@gmail.com

ARC Office Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Closed from Noon to 1:00 pm for lunch.

Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Members - Contact Information

Chair - Leon LeBlanc 423-791-3158

District 0 - Jim Leibold 321-243-3888

District 1 - Harold Witschi 716-998-6393

District 2 - Jeff Smutek 440-878-8700

District 3 - James Alonzo 518-577-7666

District 4 - Pete Bronson 315-263-6469

District 5 - Chris Christian 931-628-3675

District 6 - Greg Mackey 219-322-5555

District 7 - Gail Smith 321-383-4570

District 8 - Bill Flatt 321-626-5594

District 9 - Lisa Babcock 903-372-8849

Community Information & Notices

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 one 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.

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

• 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!

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 Lowes 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 (321-264-5048) that is also on South Street (SR405), but 0.5 mile past Lowes on the same side of the street.

Clearing Vegetation on CSA Property

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 file for documentation purposes.

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:

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

• Do not swim or wade in any of our lakes.

• 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.

• While alligators can be active at any time, they are most active between dusk and dawn and move during the night to different water sources.

• Please give our alligators the respect and space they deserve.

NOTE: If you come across an aggressive alligator, please contact the CSA Office prior to SNAP and allow us to handle any situation.

KEEP YOUR DISTANCE!

If you have an issue with an alligator, or any animals within TGO, 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.

As light as a feather, yet no man can hold it for long. The answer is somewhere in this issue.

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

Oak Cove Pool & Spa

OPEN: 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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.

Mark Your Calendars

For Wednesday, September 20 at 2:00 pm

We will hold a town hall meeting inside The Manor to review the new Spectrum Bulk Agreement that begins on October 1. We will explain all the details and this will be your opportunity to ask any questions.

Please Attend!

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

FMCA TGO Ambassadors Chapter Rally Schedule

November 2-5, 2023

November 30-December 3, 2023

February 15-17, 2024

February 29-March 4, 2024

April 11-15, 2024

December 12-15, 2024

Sebastian, FL Clambake Rally (Wait List)

St. Augustine, FL Holiday Lights Rally (Wait List)

Palatka, FL Rodeheaver Bluegrass Festival

Gainesville, FL Rally

Brunswick, GA Rally

St. Augustine, FL "Lights by Land & Sea" Rally

FTTA - Fun Time Travel Association Rally Schedule

December 14-17, 2023

January 16-21, 2024

February 8-11, 2024

March 10-17, 2024

March 20-24, 2024

December 7-10, 2024

Ft. Lauderdale, FL Yacht Haven RV (wait list, call Jan Elzey)

Tampa Supershow Tampa Fairgrounds

Lake Wales Mardi Gras Canopy Oaks

Cruise of the Western Caribbean Royal Caribbean

St. Petersburg, FL KOA Baseball Spring Training

Charleston, SC James Island County Park with optional stop in St. Augustine on December 5 & 6

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.

THE NATURE CENTER NEEDS YOU!

We're looking for a volunteer with writing skills to be responsible for coordinating and creating articles and information for The Happenings. This includes our upcoming activities and events (flea markets, trail maintenance and hikes, meetings, etc.).

If you're interested, please contact Pat Dick patdick@gmail.com for more information.

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. The application dates for 2023 are:

October 3 & 4, November 20 & 21

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:

September 14 & 28

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.

Blue Heron - Outside Ramp

137 Plantation Drive

CSA Office - Outside

100-D Plantation Drive

Fitness Center

145 Plantation Drive

Hidden Lakes Clubhouse

461 Ambleside Drive

Golf Cart Gas

Library Kitchen

385 Plantation Drive

Oak Cove Pool Bathhouse

434 Oak Cove Road

Windsong Bathhouse

155 Windsong Way

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

Richard F. Kelso passed away peacefully in the loving care of St. Francis Reflections Hospice in Titusville on July 29, 2023. He was 92 years of age.

Dick was born in Berkeley, California in 1930. He studied mechanical engineering at UC Berkeley while also enlisted in the US Army and subsequently in the USAF. He became a fighter pilot and eventually a transport pilot carrying military supplies in the Vietnam war. He retired after almost 30 years in the USAF Reserves.

He then worked as a computer programmer, analyst and sales manager for Honeywell EDP in Los Angeles while also studying acting.

Eventually, he found his true calling back in the skies as an American Airlines captain, ground school and simulator instructor for almost 30 years.

His passions in life were many. He loved traveling the world, restoring classic Porsches, racing his co-owned 911, flying his private antique 1943 Howard plane, scuba diving old shipwrecks, skiing, cooking, and entertaining his many dear friends. He had a never ending curiosity about learning new things in life.

Married three times and widowed, he found endearing love with his wife Beverly with whom he lived in TGO from 2004 until her death in 2014.

Dick is survived by his two children, several grandchildren and siblings. He truly loved it here in The Great Outdoors!

Blue Heron Entertainment Schedule 2023

Friday September 8 Sammy 7-10

Thursday September 14 Johnny Danger 7-10

Tuesday September 19 Johnny Danger 6-9

Talk Like A Pirate Night!

Friday September 22 Sammy 7-10

Sunday September 24 Mike Johnson 5-8

Wednesday September 27 Trivia 6-9

Friday October 6 Sammy 7-10

Thursday October 12 Johnny Danger 7-10

Friday October 20 Sammy 7-10

Sunday October 29 Mike Johnson 5-8

Friday November 3 Sammy 7-10

Thursday November 16 Johnny Danger 7-10

Friday November 24 Sammy 7-10

Sunday November 26 Mike Johnson 5-8

Wednesday November 29 Trivia 6-9

Friday December 8 Sammy 7-10

Thursday December 14 Johnny Danger 7-10

Sunday December 17 Mike Johnson 5-8

Friday December 22 Sammy 7-10

The Great Outdoors Activities Committee

2023 Events Schedule

October 28 Saturday Halloween

November 4 Saturday Artisan Market

November 9 Thursday Welcome Back Trivia I

November 10 Friday Welcome Back Trivia II

November 16 Thursday Gloria Estefan Experience

December 8 Friday Golf Cart Parade

December 31 Sunday New Year’s Eve Social

2024 Events Schedule

January 25 Thursday The Music of Barry Manilow

February 8 Thursday The Modern Gentlemen

February 10 Saturday Valentine’s Day Social

February 16 Friday Trivia I

February 17 Saturday Trivia II

March 7 Thursday Frankie Scinta

March 13 Thursday Variety Show

March 14 Friday Variety Show

March 16 Saturday St. Patrick’s Day Social

M arch 21 Thursday Jesse Hamilton

How To Purchase Concert Tickets

General Admission tickets can be purchased for $17 for each concert at the TGO Tickets & Gift Shop beginning October 2, 2023.

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 October 17, 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

NOTE: The TGO Tickets & Gift Shop in Hobbyland will reopen on October 2, 2023

Concert dates in bold. Other events to be added throughout the year.

Gloria Estefan Experience The Music of Barry Manilow

The Modern Gentlemen

Frankie Scinta

Jesse Hamilton

We look forward to seeing you in October for another exciting concert and activities season

TGO FIREWISE INFORMATION

RESIDENTS REDUCING WILDFIRE RISKS

Visit

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.

2023 Severe Weather by Ed Brown

Planet Earth and many of us who are on board are experiencing weather and geophysical events that seem hard to comprehend. They started a few weeks ago and are ongoing:

#1. The first was the wildfire on Maui that consumed much of the island and left behind burned bodies of residents, their pets and livestock, historic structures, homes, schools, churches, (all but one). Anything that could burn, did burn. More than 100 people burned beyond recognition. More than 1000 missing residents and tourists are still unaccounted for! Some survivors jumped into the ocean to avoid being roasted. The black smoke and radiant heat left them with a night of screams and terror and breathing disorders, but most “waders” survived the horror! How did this Wildland and Urban Fire Storm, whipped by strong winds, come to pass!? Why did so many families evacuating by car get cremated in their cars in the evacuation traffic back-ups? Poor planning and poor communication have been blamed. The toxic effects of smoke from a fire had not been considered. Residents of Maui were awaiting a Tsunami siren which would signal evacuation for a tsunami but not a wildfire! The speed of a wildfire had not been comprehended! The questions and answers will continue…

#2. A small Pacific hurricane, “Hilary,” climbed ashore at Baja California and headed north, like a motor home with a purpose. Its winds moderated somewhat but the rainfall increased as it headed into Northern California, Idaho, Washington and Canada. Hillary caused massive flooding in these areas as well as rock and mud slides. The boulders were often of a size that could clear traffic from the road. Meanwhile, trees and power poles were coming out of the super-saturated ground and transformers were being smashed!

#3. In the Gulf of Mexico, Tropical Storms were heading west. Texas and the Southwest U.S. were potential targets with heavy flooding and moderately high winds. In the Caribbean, Tropical Storms brought heavy flooding to the islands and an exit strategy that send the "weather trash” up the East Coast of the U.S. to New England and Bermuda; eventually to die in the North Atlantic! Central Florida is, thankfully, not in the picture “right now,” but “right now” can change suddenly. Ask the recent residents of Maui!

From a practical standpoint, you must be tuned into Survival: Your survival and survival of your family, your friends and your community. Better or crank-powered NOAA Weather radio, a battery-powered portable radio, the TV and Internet.

AVOIDANCE - Get out of harm’s way if you can (evacuation perhaps.) Just these two survivor strategies, applied early on, could be a lifesaver for you and TGO.

Be Firewise TGO - Be safe!

Firewise Committee - Contact Information

Butch Jones Chairman 804-514-4458

Christopher Miller Co-Chairman 407-375-8310

Tim Graham 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

Albert McGuire 810 338 5646

RV Service and Parts

RV

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

Ray is on hiatus and will resume his classes on October 2. Classes are scheduled for Mondays at 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall of our church. Stay tuned for the topics to be discussed next season.

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.

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

Hello Everyone - and welcome to the Veterans’ Corner

Veterans’ Corner is a new feature in the Happenings that is devoted to the many members of our community who served our country in the armed forces. The goal is to provide information for veterans and about veterans.

My name is Deb Griffi n and I have been a TGO resident for 5 years. I am a retired Army Master Sergeant with 32 years of service, including a middle East deployment during Operation Iraqi Freedom. I wanted to start this column because it is an opportunity to share interesting news and information that is of value to veterans. Also, each month I hope to introduce you to a member of our community who served, and also provide contact information for those who’d like to volunteer or connect with other veterans and service organizations in our community.

I invite you to contact me at: griff82001@gmail.com with suggestions for stories you’d like to see and ideas for topics that would be of interest to our veterans. Also, please let me know if you or someone you know would be interested in sharing their service story. Our TGO community would really enjoy getting to know you better!

Happy Birthday!!

First off this month - Happy Birthday to the U.S. Air Force! Previously a part of the Army, the Air Force became its own independent branch in September of 1947. With the rise of global terrorism, the Air Force now focuses on defense of air and cyberspace to protect America from cyber terrorists that jeopardize our safety and security.

Did You Know?

1) The Air Force tracks Santa Clause. In 1955 a newspaper gave out a phone number for kids to call Santa. The number was actually U.S. Air Defense Command, but the commander played along, and told the staff to tell the kids Santa’s current location. The tradition continues today.

2) Chuck Norris, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Morgan Freeman, and Jimmy Stewart all served in the Air Force. In fact, Stewart flew missions in WWII and Vietnam and rose to the rank of Brigadier General while still working in Hollywood.

3) Air Force One isn’t a plane. It’s actually the call sign for any Air Force airplane carrying the President of the United States.

The Last Laugh Officer:

“Soldier, do you have change for a dollar?”

Soldier: “Sure, buddy.”

Officer: “That’s no way to address an officer! Now, let’s try it again!”

Officer: “Soldier. Do you have change for a dollar?”

Soldier: “No, SIR!”

Johnny Cash Willie Nelson Jimmy Stewart

Hot Topic: The PACT Act

The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions that the VA assumes (or “presumes”) are caused by exposure to these substances. This law helps provide generations of Veterans - and their survivors - with the care and benefits they’ve earned and deserve. A presumptive condition is an illness that is assumed or presumed to be caused by your service. Unlike other VA disabilities, you do not need to prove that your ailment was caused by your service once it is deemed a presumptive condition.

The PACT Act will bring these changes: Expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for Veterans with toxic exposures and Veterans of the Vietnam, Gulf War, and post9/11 eras. Adds 20+ more presumptive conditions for burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic exposures. Requires VA to provide a toxic exposure screening to every Veteran enrolled in VA health care.

Veterans and survivors can file claims for all conditions outlined in the PACT Act immediately. For Gulf War and post 9-11 Veterans, that includes: Brain cancer, Glioblastoma, Respiratory (breathing-related) cancer of any type, Gastrointestinal cancer of any type, Head cancer of any type, Lymphoma of any type, Lymphatic cancer of any type, Neck cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Reproductive cancer of any type, Kidney cancer, Melanoma, Asthma that was diagnosed after service, Chronic rhinitis, Chronic sinusitis, Constrictive bronchiolitis or obliterative bronchiolitis, Emphysema, Granulomatous disease, Interstitial lung disease (ILD), Pleuritis, Pulmonary fibrosis, Sarcoidosis, Chronic bronchitis, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

For Vietnam Veterans and other Veterans exposed to tactical herbicides, that includes two Agent Orange presumptive conditions: Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS), and High blood pressure (also called hypertension).

Veterans who are diagnosed with one of the new presumptive conditions and meet eligibility requirements should

submit a new claim for consideration using VA Form 21526EZ, Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits.

Veterans previously denied a toxic-exposure related claim are encouraged to file a supplemental claim using VA Form 20-0995, Decision Review Request: Supplemental Claim. Once a supplemental claim is received, VA will review the claim under the new law.

Veterans can learn about standard VA disability, supplemental, and secondary claims by visiting: VA.gov/disability/how-to-file-claim/when-to-file

IMPORTANT - Please Note: There are many people out there who will try to convince you that you need to pay someone or use a lawyer to apply for VA benefits –but that’s not true.

Applying for PACT Act benefits is free, it’s easy, and you can do it by working directly with the VA or a Veteran Service Organization. If you need assistance:

• Make an appointment with one of the VA counselors at your local facility.

• Call the Veterans Benefits Administration hotline at 1-800-827-1000 (press 8 for PACT Act).

• Work with a Veterans Service Officer at organizations such as the VFW or American Legion.

• Call 1-800-MY-VA-411 to learn more.

Be very careful to avoid scams and protect yourself when it comes to your VA benefits. Crooks will try to take advantage of you by scheming to get your personal information:

• The VA and other federal agencies will only contact you if you make a request. They will not just randomly call you to talk about your benefits.

• Unless you have initiated the call, don’t provide any personal information over the phone about your benefits or medical or financial details.

• Do not click on online ads or respond to suspicious social media including questionable e-mail or text messages. Call the VA directly with your questions.

To report fraudulent activity, contact the VA OIG at vaoighotline@va.gov or call 1-800-488-8244.

Ticks

In our continuing series of articles about bugs and insects that have a bad habit of annoying humans, we bring you the Tick. How can something with such a short name create so much havoc?

We're sure you know that ticks can be the cause of many diseases - Lyme Disease for one, which can be very debilitating - and not easy to get rid of. But there is a new threat that the Tick has been found to cause, known as the Alpha-gal syndrome. This is a unique type of food allergy that is triggered by the consumption of meat. Yes... meat!

Here's how it works... When a tick latches onto you and bites you or buries its head under your skin, it releases a sugar that triggers an immune response that can lead to a severe allergic reaction... to MEAT! Beef, pork or lamb. Yes, steaks, roasts and even Hamburgers! This is serious... if you get this disease, Bingo! You are an instant vegetarian.

(Can you imagine if there was a tick that carried a disease that made you allergic to wine! My gawd, this entire park would be in trouble!)

The Symptoms of Alpha-gal syndrome can vary in severity and may include: Hives or skin rash; Itching; Swelling of the lips, face, throat, or tongue; Gastrointestinal issues, such as abdominal pain, nausea, or diarrhea; Respiratory

This is an enlarged photo of the female Lone Star Tick that shows the mark on her back that contributes to her name.

Tick

This is the actual size of a Lone Star tick. Really tough to find once they get into your hair.

symptoms, such as wheezing, coughing, or shortness of breath; Anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can cause difficulty breathing; A drop in blood pressure, and loss of consciousness.

It’s important to note that the onset of symptoms is typically delayed, occurring several hours after eating mammalian meat. This delayed response can make it challenging for individuals to pinpoint the cause of their allergic reactions.

According to a government report, more than 100,000 people in the U.S. have become allergic to red meat since 2010 because of this weird syndrome triggered by tick bites . But health officials believe many more have this problem and don’t yet know it.

When a person with Alpha-gal syndrome ingests meat, the alpha-gal molecule in the meat triggers an immune response. This leads to the production of specific antibodies called IgE antibodies against Alpha-gal. The next time the person consumes mammalian meat, the IgE antibodies recognize the alpha-gal as an allergen, initiating an allergic reaction.

Alpha-gal syndrome is primarily associated with the Lone Star Tick (Amblyomma americanum). This tick species is known to transmit the Alpha-gal carbohydrate molecule.

Riddle Answer: Your breath

There are two families of ticks found in the United States: Ixodidae (hard ticks) and Argasidae (soft ticks). Of the 700 species of hard ticks and 200 species of soft ticks found throughout the world, only a few are known to bite and transmit disease to humans.

Some of the common tick species found in Florida include:

• American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis)

• Lone Star tick (Amblyomma americanum)

• Gulf Coast tick (Amblyomma maculatum)

• Brown Dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus)

• Black-legged tick (Ixodes scapularis) - commonly known as the Deer Tick, prevalent in northern Florida.

Lone star ticks are aggressive insects that hunt their prey. The greatest risk of being bitten by the Lone Star tick during the year is in the early spring through late fall. There are a few ways to spot them out in the wild: Adult females typically have a white dot or “lone star” on the back. They have a more rounded body shape than other tick species. Their coloring ranges from reddish-brown to tan. Usually are found in tall grass, in the shade or at the tips of low-lying branches and twigs.

As a result, individuals who are bitten by Lone Star Ticks can develop an immune response to Alpha-gal, leading to the development of the Alpha-gal allergy.

Okay, let's back up a bit... Ticks are parasites that feed on people or other mammals by biting them. People can be exposed to ticks year-round, but these pesky critters are most active during the summertime.

They are not insects, they’re actually classified as arachnids, like scorpions, spiders and mites. Adult ticks, like other arachnids, have four pairs of legs - that's eight total - no antennae and they don’t fly. Their body design, combined with their feeding needs for each part of their life cycle, determines how ticks get to their host to feed. A tick’s life cycle consists of four stages: egg, larva, nymph and adult.

There are hundreds of kinds of ticks but the deer tick and dog tick are the most common in the United States. Deer ticks are about the size of the head of a pin, while dog ticks can be up to one-half of an inch.

Contrary to popular belief, ticks don’t fall, jump or drop down from trees onto people. Instead, ticks live on the ground and migrate up a host before biting them. Many people described having ticks jumping on them from trees,

but ticks can’t jump. Instead, they patiently sit on low vegetation or crawl around the ground, sensing a host’s carbon dioxide and heat. Ticks are sneaky little buggers, they'll crawl over your shoe and up your leg and you'll be surprised where they can end up. Once they find the right spot, they'll start burying their head under your skin. Once they're in there, they're hard to get out.

The CDC recommends using a clean pair of fine-tipped tweezers to quickly and safely remove a tick from the skin by grasping it as close to the skin as possible and slowly pulling upward with steady, even pressure. Don’t twist or jerk the tick; this can cause the mouth parts to break off and remain under the skin. If this happens, remove the mouth parts with tweezers. If you cannot remove the mouth easily with tweezers, leave it alone and let the skin heal. It's probably too late by that time - you've already got the disease!

Also, if you find a tick on your body just hanging out, never crush it with your fingers because they could contain potentially infected blood. Simply brush it off with something other than your hand. Ticks also love to regurgitate - that means they can easily puke on your arm with a vomit full of bacteria and disease. If that happens, Boom! You can easily become a vegan - or worse yet, contract Lyme Disease.

Ticks can ride into your home on clothing and

Ticks can carry diseases that are harmful to both humans and animals, ESPECIALLY YOUR DOG, so it’s crucial to take precautions to prevent tick bites. When spending time outdoors in areas where ticks are present, consider wearing long sleeves and pants, using insect repellents containing DEET, checking for ticks after being outdoors, and removing ticks properly and promptly if found attached to the skin.

Lyme disease is the most common and well-known tickborne disease in the U.S. But the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and OSF HealthCare both say ticks transmit several other diseases.

Lyme disease is generally caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium, and it is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Black-legged (Deer) ticks, according to the CDC. Typical symptoms of Lyme disease include fever, headache, fatigue and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans, which looks similar to a bullseye or target. The CDC

pets

that are found should be removed. Tumble dry clothes in a dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks after you come indoors. If the clothes are damp, additional time may be needed. If the clothes require washing first, hot water is recommended. Cold and medium-temperature water will not kill ticks.

Examine your gear and pets. Ticks can ride into your home on clothing and pets, then attach to a person later, so carefully examine pets, coats and daypacks. Shower soon after being outdoors. Showering within two hours of coming indoors has been shown to reduce your risk of getting Lyme disease and may be effective in reducing the risk of other tick-borne diseases. Showering may help wash off unattached ticks, and it is a good opportunity to do a tick check.

Conduct a full body check upon return from potentially tick-infested areas, including your own backyard. Use a handheld or full-length mirror to view all parts of your body. Check these parts of your body and your dog’s body for ticks: Un-

Lone Star ticks are aggressive insects that hunt their prey... You!

says that most cases of Lyme disease can usually be treated successfully with a few weeks of antibiotics. But, if left untreated, the infection can spread to joints, the heart and the nervous system. Lyme disease is not good.

In addition to Lyme disease, ticks can also transmit other tick-borne diseases to humans, such as anaplasmosis, borrelia miyamotoi, Bourbon virus, heartland virus, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia

Before you go outside, know where to expect ticks. Ticks live in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas, or even on animals. Spending time outside walking your dog, camping, gardening or hunting could bring you in close contact with ticks. Many people get ticks in their own yards or neighborhood.

Try to avoid high grass and leaf litter, and make sure you walk in the center of trails. That includes your dog also.

After you come back inside check your clothing for ticks. Ticks are easily carried into the house on clothing. Any ticks

der the arms, in and around the ears, back of the legs, in and around the hair, between the legs and around the waist and the dog's underbelly.

These repellents are effective in deterring ticks from latching onto your skin.

DEET: It has been widely used for many years and is effective against ticks and various other insects like mosquitoes and flies. The concentration of DEET in the repellent determines its effectiveness and duration of protection.

Picaridin: This is a newer synthetic repellent that is also effective against ticks and provides a similar level of protection as DEET. It may be a good alternative for those who prefer to avoid DEET.

Permethrin: While not a direct skin repellent, permethrin is commonly used to treat clothing, shoes, and camping gear. When applied to these items, it can repel and kill ticks on contact, providing an additional layer of protection.

Coppertone Tan, Don't Burn The Fascinating Journey of the Invention of Sunscreen

The evolution of sunscreen, also known as suntan lotion or sunblock, is a remarkable tale of human ingenuity in response to the relentless power of the sun. Dating back thousands of years, the quest to protect our skin from the harmful effects of solar radiation has seen a series of innovative breakthroughs. Here is a brief history of sunscreen, its invention, and its ever-growing significance in modern society.

Ancient Origins of Sun Protection

Ancient civilizations, such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, were among the first to recognize the need for sun protection. Historical records reveal that they used natural substances like olive oil, plant extracts, and mud to shield their skin from the scorching rays of the sun. While these early efforts provided minimal protection, they laid the groundwork for more sophisticated advancements in sunblock.

The Invention of Modern Sunscreen

The modern concept of sunscreen, as we know it today, can be attributed to the brilliant work of a young chemist named Franz Greiter. In the early 1930s, Greiter, a Swiss student, experienced a severe sunburn while climbing Mount Piz Buin in the Alps. This painful encounter inspired him to dedicate his life to developing an effective sunblock that could prevent such skin damage.

In 1946, Franz Greiter successfully introduced the world's first commercial sunscreen, which he named "Gletscher Crème" or "Glacier Cream." This product had a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 2 and provided a significant improvement over previous attempts. Greiter's invention marked a turning point in sun protection,

and his discovery rapidly gained popularity among outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, and beach-goers.

The Rise of Coppertone

It was in 1944 that a pharmacist named Benjamin Green and his partner, Milton Blake, founded the Coppertone company in Miami, Florida. Milton Blake's wife, Henrietta, suggested the name "Coppertone" to evoke the idea of a tan while protecting the skin. The company initially produced a product called "Coppertone Dark Tanning Cream," which was designed to help people achieve a tan while providing some level of sun protection.

In 1953, Coppertone achieved a significant breakthrough with the introduction of their iconic product, "Coppertone Suntan Cream." This new formula featured an improved Sun Protection Factor (SPF), making it more effective at preventing sunburns and skin damage. The product's success propelled the Coppertone brand to immense popularity, partly due to its memorable advertising campaign featuring the image of a young girl with her swimsuit being pulled down by a mischievous dog, revealing her tan.

When Hurricane Irma hit Miami on September 10, 2017, the high winds sheared off the top of the Coppertone girl's head - A popular fixture at the Coppertone building in Miami.

Importance of Sunscreen Today

Sunscreen has become an indispensable element of daily life, especially in regions with high sun exposure. Its importance stems from the following reasons:

Skin Protection: Sunscreen shields the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, reducing the risk of sunburns, premature aging, and skin cancer.

Skin Cancer Prevention: Regular use of sunscreen has been proven to lower the chances of developing skin cancers like melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma.

Anti-Aging Benefits: Sunscreen helps prevent sun-induced wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots, keeping the skin youthful and vibrant.

Enhanced Outdoor Activities: Sunscreen enables individuals to enjoy outdoor activities, such as swimming, hiking, and sports, without worrying about sunburns or skin damage.

Boosts Overall Health: By protecting the skin from harmful UV rays, sunscreen contributes to the overall well-being of individuals, preventing sun-related health issues.

The invention and evolution of sunscreen has come a long way since ancient civilizations first sought rudimentary sun protection. From Franz Greiter's breakthrough in developing the first commercial sunscreen to Coppertone's iconic products and advertising campaigns, sunscreen has become a vital tool in protecting our skin from the sun's harmful rays. As awareness of sun protection continues to grow, sunscreen remains a crucial aspect of maintaining healthy and radiant skin in our modern world. Make sure to use it.

The Coppertone Girl was created in 1959 by commercial artist Joyce Ballantyne Brand. She was commissioned to design an advertisement for Coppertone's suntan lotion products. The original Coppertone girl model was Cheri Brand. Cheri was the daughter of the artist Joyce Ballantyne Brand. Cheri was three years old when she posed for the Coppertone girl image in 1959. It has become a part of American pop culture, symbolizing the carefree days of summer and the importance of sun protection. Even after several decades since its creation, the Coppertone girl image continues to be used in various forms of advertising and branding for Coppertone products, demonstrating its enduring impact and significance. Cheri has been known throughout the years as the girl with the most famous rear end.

If you tanned but didn’t burn during your last visit to the TGO pool or Playalinda Beach, you may need to thank Benjamin Green.

The Miami Beach pharmacist first used red veterinary petrolatum, or “red vet pet,” as a physical barrier from the sun to prevent ultraviolet rays from hitting his skin while serving as an airman during World War II, according to The New York Times. It was heavy and unpleasant, but effective at preventing sunburn.

After the war, Green developed a more pleasing product by adding cocoa butter and coconut oil to the “red vet pet.” This combination would later become Coppertone suntan lotion.

The original bottles and ads had a profile of a Native American chief with the slogan, “Don’t be a Paleface.” Even then, it was deemed to be offensive.

The company’s symbol, the Coppertone Girl, came along in the 1950s, with a cocker spaniel pup pulling at her swimsuit to reveal her bare bottom and a distinct tan line.

Visitors to the Miami area will remember the mechanized sign that stood near the Golden Glades Interchange at I-95. Another Coppertone sign, displayed at 73rd Street and Biscayne Boulevard in Miami, was granted landmark status.

As for Coppertone, it’s still in business - and currently owned by Beiersdorf AG. It has become the leading sun care brand in the United States, with annual global sales of $9 billion.

Happenings Around The Great Outdoors

Our CSA lawn crews are the best! No one has to tell you how hot it was in July and August - and these guys never missed a beat. With "feel-like" tempatures over 100F and daily rain storms, it's not easy to keep on schedule... but they do their best!

Above - L to R: Brandon Struble, Evan Williamson, Reno Negrete and Kenny Cintron

Right: L to R: David Krampert, Carl Anderson and Jeremy Bain

Summer is almost over.

As you return to your home away from home here at TGO, please remember this...

Speed limit is still 15 MPH

Yes, we are still using radar

Yes, we’re still issuing citations And better yet, we have hired more staff which will allow us to have more eyes watching and be out later into the evening!

SLOW CSA

DRIVE SAFELY PLEASE

Your Courtesy Patrol Team

Kathy Shulby and Marlene Zawadzky didn't even have to dress up as this is their everyday look!

Tacy and Randy Chrispen with Michelle and Jimmie Folse had their 50's game on point.

Riddle Answer: Your Breath

Happenings Around The Great Outdoors

When Johnny Danger shows up at the Blue Heron, it is always a fun time and he always takes time to take photos with the guests. The restaurant staff goes all out to make sure it is a fun event... they even made custom Danger Zone t-shirts.

Johnny has two more dates scheduled for September... the 14th and the 19th - which is the "Talk Like A Pirate Day" party. There will be awards for the best costumes, some pirate grub and lots of fun.

Check out page 33 for all the details. Make plans now and get your costume ready!

• Expanded Grand Davidia model • 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths plus loft

• Most furniture included

• Kitchen has granite countertops and stainless steel appliances

• RV garage approximately 14’x46’; full hookups

• Car garage is a stack layout measuring 9’8” x 40’

• Separate 10’ x 11’ enclosed golf cart garage

• Roof replaced 2016;

• Hurricane shutters

Mitsubishi mini split - 2020

• 10’ x 21’ enclosed screen porch with pull-down shades

• Beautiful home ready for a new owner!

• 80’ deep lot; 48’ rear with 42” front - Plenty of parking space

• Almost 300 sq. ft. executive suite built in 2005; Wood frame with metal roof and granular quartz overlay

• 10’ x 12’ Metal shed with washer & dryer

• Tile floor in kitchen with Formica counters, lots of cabinets; Includes refrigerator, stove and microwave

• Bamboo wood floors in living area

• Full bath with corner shower • Two A/C units

• Backs up to beautiful nature area

• Located close to TGO Library

RV Maintenance Tips

It's that time of year when TGO residents are starting to return with their RVs and after a lot of miles on the road, now is the best time to make sure your RV is prepared to take on the next trip. The folks at Eagle's Pride provided us with a basic checklist of items you will want to review and make sure are performed before your next trip. Some are easy to do and others may need to be done by your RV service provider. No matter what the case - Don't Procrastinate!

Pre-Trip

• Keep up regular routine maintenance - Don't wait until it's time to leave to find out that there are issues that need to be addressed. It never hurts to do a "Dress Rehearsal" to make sure everything on your RV is working properly.

• Tires: Check the pressure. How worn is the tread and how old are the tires? Old tires with good tread can still cause problems due to their age.

• Batteries: How old are they? Are they topped off and charged? Will they take a charge?

• Fluids: Does your engine oil need replacing? Don't forget to check the transmission, hydraulic and wiper fluids.

• Wipers: Do they function properly... are the blades in good condition? Spray down your windshield and test them.

• Steps: Are they coming out and retracting as designed?

• Landing gear: Are your levelers functioning properly? Make sure they retract completely.

• Tow setup: Check your tow vehicle - is it in safe condition? Are the lights working? Are the batteries charged and water filled?

• Appliances: Make sure your fridge, oven/stove, microwave, washer/dryer, toilets, etc., are all working properly.

• Air Conditioner / Heater: Test them to make sure they function properly.

• Water tank: It's best to flush your tank before each trip and refill completely before leaving.

• Propane: Make sure it's full when you leave and works as designed.

• Slide outs: Are they functioning properly?

• Roof: Visually make sure there are no signs of damage or areas of concern.

Post-Trip

Keep up on your regular routine maintenance while you have time. Don't wait until it's time for your next trip. Be proactive!

Storing Your RV (without power)

• Disconnect the batteries.

• Clean out your fridge and turn it off. Prop open the door for ventilation.

• Open roof vents to the maximum to let the hot air out.

• Use a product like DampRid to help minimize the moisture in your RV.

• Dump your tanks completely and add approved treatments.

• Ensure slides are completely closed and sealed properly.

• Cover your tires - the sun can be a tire's worst enemy.

Activities – All Year and Seasonal

AQUACIZE 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. Aquacize, 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

BINGO Plantation Manor

Tuesday - 6:00 pm, all year

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 ID may be required.

BOCCE 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.

BOWLING River Lanes (SR50) - Titusville

CLOWN ALLEY The Library

The Clown Alley meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 3:00 pm. Come join us for lots of fun and laughter. For more information call: Pam Campbell Taylor 571-217-0444

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 The 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. Contact: Nancy Landry - 781-820-7276

EUCHRE The 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

RETURNING IN DECEMBER

TGO Bowling season ended March 22, 2023. Next season will start January 3, 2024, at 1:00 pm. Practices on December 6 & 13, 2023. Season will be 12 weeks. 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, join the league or more information, call: Jo-Anne Buckley - 321-383-4211

BRIDGE CLUB Plantation Manor Porch

Monday - 1:00 pm, Thursday - 1:00 pm

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 sign up by Tuesday at noon in order to play on Thursday morning. For more information, call: John Comeau – 321-269-5525

7/27 Bette Sibel 2380 7/31 J. Hedge/G. George 3520

7/31 B.Sibel/C. DiGiulio 3520 8/3 John Comeau 6010

8/7 A. Hubler/N. Siegel 3380 8/10 Bette Sibel 3490

8/14 N. Siegel/A. Hubler 3970 8/3 John Comeau 4770

8/21 J. Comeau/C. DiGiulio 4070 8/24 Joyce Hedge 2840

BUNCO The Library

Thursday - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

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

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

People's Choice

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

Bring $1 for Bunco and $3 for left, right, center. For more information, call or text: Cathy Costello - 321-376-2823

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

We are looking for more players - come join us!

CIGAR CLUB Windsong Pavilion

2nd & 4th Tuesdays – 3:30 pm. 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

FMCA - Ambassadors Chapter Plantation Manor

4th Monday (October - April) - 4:30 pm

MAD HATTERS Plantation Manor

1st Tuesday (November - April) - 11:30 am

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

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

FTTA - Fun Time Travel Association Plantation Manor

3rd Monday (November - April) - 4:30 pm

RETURNING IN NOVEMBER

All TGO ladies are invited. Lunch is $16.50, bring the exact amount, advance reservations are required. For lunch reservations, contact Susan Bonneau, madhatlunch@gmail.com

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

MAH JONGG The Library

Monday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm • Connie Heil - 321-383-8279

Tuesday -1:00 - 4:00 pm • Rosalind Zahn - 321-269-7957

NICKEL BINGO Plantation Manor

1st Friday - 6:00 pm - September 1 & 15 - October 6 & 12

RETURNING IN NOVEMBER

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. Next meeting will be Monday, November 20. Monica Fierro - 321-267-7899

GAMES NIGHT The 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 Sickafoose321-267-5950

HAND KNEE AND FOOT CARD GAME The 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

KARAOKE Plantation Manor

Bring snacks for your table/BYOB. 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

PAGE TURNERS The Library

1st Wednesday - 6:30 pm

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Please consider joining the fun! The book selection and more good information can be found on FACEBOOK at TGO Page Turners. Wine is welcome!

PHOTO CLUB Nature Center

1st & 3rd Friday (December - March) - 1:00 pm

RETURNING IN DECEMBER

Open to all photographers. The Photo Club has a digital photo frame on the Plantation Manor Porch- it 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 and Wednesday Evening

6-00PM-8:00PM • Private Games in the Afternoon

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Thursdays -6:00 - 9:00 pm - Oct 19, Nov 30, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 29, Mar 28

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

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 (lessons not offered during the summer) borrowing equipment from the Plantation Manor CSA Office Monday - Friday until 3 pm. For more information, email and someone will get back with you: tgopickleballclubboard@gmail.com

Marilyn Adams -President and Karen Roy- Vice President

QUILTERS Hobbyland

Thursday - 12:15 - 5:00 pm, all year

Join in the creative satisfaction and enjoyment of this sewing art. November through April - meeting is 12:30 pm on the first Thursday of the month. TGO Owners, please bring your door key for the craft room. For more information, calll: Nancy Powers - 603-209-2544 or Debbi Walling 925-708-3599

Activities – All Year and Seasonal

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 Netherton321-269-3016

RUG HOOKING Hobbyland

Tuesday (November - April) - 9:00 am

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

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

SAWDUST CLUB The Pavilion

Members meeting - 2nd Tuesday (October-April) - 9:00 am

The club building is located near the CSA maintenance yard and open to members 24/7, all year. 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 The Manor

Thursday - Scheduled play October - April - 1:00 pm

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. Sammye Madden - 321-383-8530 or Cam Pelletier - 321-264-0691

STAMPIN’ UP Card Making Class Hobbyland

2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 6:00 pm

2nd and 4th Fridays at 9:30 am

Make 3 cards for $10. All supplies provided. Reservations REQUIRED. E-mail: bdaniels@cfl.rr.com by Monday before classes or call 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. Bring your key to the craft room. For more information, call: Barbara Stevens - 240-463-4809 or Teri Alexander - 321-961-1393

SUNDAY LATIN DANCE CLASS The Manor

SWEDISH WEAVERS Hobbyland

Monday - 1:00 - 3:00 pm

RETURNING IN THE FALL

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

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

All Tennis Players - Round-Robin - All Skill Levels:

Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday - 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

3rd Thursday - 5:00 pm

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

UKULELE GROUP Nature Center

Tuesday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

RETURNING IN NOVEMBER

Join us! All levels of players welcomed. Pam Campbell Taylor571-217-0444 or Sharon Fore - 865-712-5668

WATERCOLOR CLASSES Hobbyland

Tuesdays - 1:30 - 4:30 pm

RETURNING IN NOVEMBER

Try this class! All levels welcome. Our instructor for March will be Susan Stone. Cost $15. Contact: Lynn Foster - 631-258-0044

WOOD CARVING Hobbyland

Monday - 8:00 am - 12 noon

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

YOGA The 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.

ZUMBA Plantation Manoar

Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9:00 am

RETURNING SEPTEMBER 25

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

RETURNING IN SEPTEMBER

Sunday - 6:00 pm. Come join the fun - with or without a partner. Linda Peraza - 321-383-0735

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

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.

CENTURY 21 FLAG AGENCY, INC.

JASON BROWN 321-506-5407

ALEICIA FRAGOMENI 321-759-3966

$222,900

FOR SALE

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$145,000

FOR SALE

429 OAK COVE ROAD

SET BACK OFF THE STREET

great lot offers privacy

This great RV lot nestles up to the woods. 80 feet in length this property offers plenty of room for your RV, vehicles and golf cart. There is room to build a large executive suite if Buyer wishes to add on someday. Another perk is the location to the pool, bathrooms and laundry. Have your Florida escape here on the Space Coast!

OPEN HOUSE - TUESDAY 1 - 4 PM

• LICENSED REALTORS

• Local Titusville Office

• Can assist inside & outside park

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• You have a choice!

• Take advantage of the MLS

$725,000

FOR SALE

912 GRANDE HAVEN DRIVE

OPEN HOUSE - TUESDAY 1 - 4 PM

TRULY ONE OF A KIND

custom built home

Concrete block on the first and second floor provide exceptional strength and security. Marble mosaic, travertine tile throughout the down stairs. Beautiful kitchen with 42 inch cabinets, solid surface counter tops, Viking range & oven, built in wine chiller & large butler pantry. Gas fire place in living room. Call for even more details!

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Funny Thing Is… A Pill A Day

Remember back in the day when the only pills you took were vitamins and usually just one each day? Well, when you become a senior your pills actually become your diet and the food you eat is just to supplement the pills to give your digestive system something to do. Let me elaborate. Most seniors start taking pills from the moment they wake up. Taking pills has actually become an art and a challenge. People used to show off their new dining room sets, but now they can't wait to show the neighbors their new automatic digital pill dispenser. I recently visited a friend who changed his very state-of-the-art spice rack into storage for all his pills. What used to be oregano is now oxycodone. What used to be basil is now B12. He's really proud of this! And, since we're talking about it, let me ask you something. What is the logic behind pharmaceutical companies anyway? If their pills work and cure you, they're out of business, so how much help do you think you're getting from that little tablet? Heck, it's a workout just sorting through all of them. By the time you get done categorizing and storing all your pills you need a nap. Uh, got a pill for that. When you wake up, you're hungry. Before you eat, don't forget to take your probiotic pill. When you get done, a little gas relief pill might be necessary. You'll need to get moving, so you'll need your energy pill. If you're going out, you'll need a pill if you have sun sensitivity. If you go exercise when you get back, you'll need a salt pill to restore what you lost at the gym. If your glucose count is high, you'll need a sugar pill. After a recent visit to my doctor, he told me to take the blue pill in the morning with water, the red pill at lunch with water and the yellow pill at dinner with water. I asked him what was wrong with me, and he said, "You're not drinking enough water." Voltaire once said (I'm paraphrasing here) that "doctors give pills they know little about, to cure diseases they know less about, for humans they know nothing about." And, don't forget, there are side effects with almost every pill. The only side effect I'm worrying about is bankruptcy! - Dr. Sammy -

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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 AND HOMES FOR SALE, RENT OR LEASE AND MISCELLANEOUS

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

WANT TO RENT: RV Lot. Couple looking to rent an RV lot with or without Executive Suite for February and March 2024. Please reply to Steve Fleming at 705-826-4603 or stevefleming036@gmail.com (exp 09-15-23)

FOR SALE: Hopkins Brake Buddy Select 3 Towed Vehicle Brake System. Demco Excali Bar 11, 10,500 lb tow bar. Excellent Condition. Both for $1000. Contact Bill at 301-908-0492. (exp 9-15-23)

FOR RENT: RV Lot at 488 Fawn Trail. Available October 1, 2023. Includes use of shed with AC, W/D and sink. Large lot on the golf course. Six month lease preferred but will consider shorter term. Call or text Ann at 303-521-6204. (exp 9-15-23)

Sudoku Puzzles

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.

HARD EXPERT

Sudoku is a logic-based number puzzle that has gained immense popularity worldwide. Here’s a brief history of Sudoku, its origins, and the reasons behind its popularity. The puzzle’s origins can be traced back to the late 18th century in Switzerland, where a similar puzzle called “Latin Squares” was published in a local newspaper. However, the modern version of Sudoku was developed in the late 1970s by Howard Garns, an American architect and puzzle constructor from Connersville, IN. Garns created the puzzle and called it “Number Place.” He submitted it to Dell Magazines, where it was published in 1979. The puzzle gained significant popularity in Japan in the 1980s when it was introduced by the puzzle publisher Nikoli. Nikoli renamed the puzzle “Sudoku,” which roughly translates to “single number” in Japanese. The company refined the puzzle’s rules and introduced various solving techniques, turning it into a mainstream sensation in Japan.

Word Game - Roman Gods

AESCULAPIUS

APOLLO

AURORA

BACCHUS

BELLONA

CAELUS

CARMENTA

CERES

CUPID

CYBELE

DIANA

DISCORDIA

FAMA

FAUNUS

FEBRIS

FLORA

FORTUNA

HERCULES

HESPERA

JANUS

JUNO

JUPITER

JUTURNA

JUVENTAS

LIBITINA

LUCINA

LUNA

LUPERCUS

MARS

MERCURY

MINERVA

MORPHEUS

NEMESIS

NEPTUNE

ORCUS

PLUTO

POENA

POMONA

PORTUNES

PRIAPUS

PROSERPINA

F I L L I T I N

P U Z Z L E

Y o u r c h a l l e n g e : D e d u c e t h e r i g h t o r d e r a n d p l a c e m e n t o f t h e w o r d s t o a c c u r a t e l y f i l l e v e r y b o x i n t h e p u z z l e . W e ' v e g i v e n y o u a w o r d t o g e t y o u s t a r t e d . G o o d l u c k !

I S A R

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

- Monday 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 - 541-282-4323

Open Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • 100D Plantation Drive

The Great Outdoors Community Services Association (CSA) publishes The Happenings for the information and enjoyment of its members and their guests. The CSA assumes no liability for any information, omission or inadvertent error contained herein; or injury or damage resulting from the use of this information. The ideas, opinions, suggestions, classified ads, and commercial ads are to be used at the reader’s discretion. The CSA and group or individual contributors do not signify any approval, authentication, or endorsement by inclusion in this publication.

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