The Happenings 6/21/2024

a light-hearted history of the American celebration

gopher tortoises employee of the quarter course reno update and what’s HAPPENING

CONTENTS: PAGE 4

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MANAGER’S CORNER

Dear TGO Community,

The summer wet season officially began last week here at TGO, with daily afternoon thunderstorms bringing over six inches of total rainfall last week. This week our community lakes have risen to their normal levels, and our lawns and landscaping are growing quickly with a thick, healthy shade of green.

This issue of The Happenings contains some highlight photos from our quarterly Employee Luncheon which occurred Monday at The Manor. Several CSA Board Members were on hand to serve a hamburger and hotdog lunch to over 100 of our employees. We gave away many summerthemed door prizes, recognized several of our employees with years-of-service awards, and surprised Todd Sampson, our Guard Gate Supervisor, as Employee of the Quarter. Todd has served CSA for over 13 years now. He was chosen for this award because of his dependability, hard work teamwork and professionalism. Todd and his team keep our front gate staffed and secure, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year… without fail. Please be sure to congratulate Todd (and his team) for earning this well-deserved award. You can see some fun photos and read more about this celebration on page 64.

We continue to make steady progress on our golf course renovation, and the recent rains haven’t set us back. Our irrigation contractor is reporting they are ahead of schedule, and our golf course construction contractor is working to get back on schedule. This week we are shaping holes #11 - #13. Our own CSA buildings crew finished renovations of the three golf course bathhouses at holes #3, #10 and #16, and they have moved over to the Oak Cove Pool bathhouse, where they are replacing rotted wood, installing new windows, and preparing the exterior for painting which will happen later this year.

Blue Heron had several good weeks under the leadership of Steve Powers, our new restaurant manager. Steve hired a new Sous Chef, Mary, who is now leading our kitchen team. This change in leadership is resulting in some new specials which are getting popular reviews with our summer residents. The Blue Heron dining rooms will receive new tile flooring during the 2nd – 3rd week of July. Originally, we planned to close the restaurant for two weeks during this flooring project, but Steve is planning ways to continue to stay open for food service. He is working on a take-out program and is also planning to serve food from the Blue Heron Deck during the flooring project. Stay tuned for more information on our efforts to keep you fed during these July renovations.

On a personal note, I enjoyed some vacation time with my family and friends last week. We visited Cabo San Lucas, Mexico for the first time, and stayed at a resort along the Pacific coast. While enjoying their pool and amenities, I couldn’t help but compare it to TGO, and reflect on the tremendous hard work and attention to detail it takes to operate a premier resort. I was especially impressed with the top-notch service we received in every activity we participated in. The pools were clean, the food and beverage services were excellent, and the landscaping was beautiful. I was reminded that this is the level of service and maintenance that we should strive for every day at TGO.

Sincerely,

Billy Specht CSA Manager

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

FEATURES

GOPHER TORTOISES

4TH OF JULY

CONTENTS

The Happenings Team and Credits

Editor: Greg Wostrel

CSA Manager: Billy Specht

Essential: Margarete Shaw, Carmella Galley

Contributors: Chuck Kandt, Pat Small, Kris Lee-Scott, Billy Specht, Margarete Shaw, Carmella Galley, Ed

Brown, Sammy Nasaman, Gail Stairs, Doc Fraser

Sudoku: www.websudoku.com

Photos: Adobe Stock, Unsplash, Greg Wostrel, Chuck Kandt, Doc Fraser

The Happenings is ©2024 The Great Outdoors CSA

RV Service and Parts

• Tow Set-Up

• Hitch Installation

• Braking Systems

• Shock/Sumos Installation

• Motorcycle Lift

• Awning Installation and Repair

• Air Conditioning/Furnace

• Full RV Collision Repair

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GOLF AT THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Golf Shop

Merchandise sale is ongoing Check for availability

Driving Range

Available for owner / resident use. Tokens can be purchased in the golf shop or csa office

Yes, You Can Still Play!

Discounted play opportunities are available at several area golf courses. Check in the golf shop for more info.

Clinic Information is posted on the information board at the Golf Shop.

Private Golf Lessons are Available by Appointment only.

Renovation Briefing

The next opportunity for a live briefing with Chuck & Shane on the renovation progress will be Friday, July 5th from 5 – 6 PM at the golf clubhouse.

GOLF RENOVATION UPDATE #5 - 6/7

work

Pepper Tree Clearing

WWe still have some work to do on #18 and #1. That work is scheduled to begin the week of June 17

Irrigation Work

The tie-ins with the main line, for community irrigation, have been completed and sprinkler heads are back operational. You will see fairway irrigation heads pop up on golf course throughout the day on holes where work has been completed.

Roto Till / Rough Shaping

Roto-Till work has been completed. Rough shaping of #11, #12, #13 & #14 are in the works.

Greens Prep Work

Greens mix application should be completed on holes 1-9, 18 and possibly 11 and 12 by the time you read this update.

Grassing

This is the process where things start to get exciting for the golfers…and challenging for the staff. The process should commence sometime in the next 2 to 3 weeks. It will be a combination of sod and sprigs, both of which will require constant irrigation for several weeks.

In-House Projects

are ongoing and include: Drainage work on #9 & #10 fairways; clearing at the back and middle tees on #3, around the tee area on #10 and behind #13 green; prep work on the chipping area.

Operations

The practice area is open for use by TGO residents. Chuck has posted a clinic schedule at the golf shop if your swings need some “help”. Tokens are available during shop operating hours or at the CSA office. It will be ‘cash only

sales’ if purchasing at the CSA office. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION in the practice range area when workers are present. Discounted play opportunities are still being scheduled by the golf shop and Chuck when requested.

Our golf cart fleet has left the building. A new fleet is scheduled for November delivery.

THANK YOU for respecting our request to stay off the golf course. Whether there are workers present or not, it is still a construction area. Travel on the golf course should only occur if accompanied by an approved TGO escort.

Update with Chuck & Shane

The next opportunity for a live briefing with Chuck & Shane on the renovation progress will be Friday, July 5th from 5 – 6 PM at the golf clubhouse.

#9 fairway drainage

GOLF RENOVATION UPDATE #5-

holes #3 & #4

#9 green before shaping

#10 tees and fairway

#3 green

#4 green drainage work

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

Your Next CSA Assessment Payment Is Due July 1

The Second Quarter Maintenance Assessment for 2024 is due July 1. Please drop off your payment of $995 at the CSA Office or mail your check to: The Great Outdoors at 100-D Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780. You can also fill out a form to have your payment drawn directly from your bank account. The payment must be received by 5:00 pm on July 21, 2024 or there will be a $25 late fee.

What Does Your CSA Assessment Pay For?

It’s always good to stop and review what our quarterly assessments go towards. TGO is like a small city and it takes a lot of coordination and manpower to keep us running efficiently. Our lawn crew, irrigation and waste water management team, our CSA patrol and CSA administration staff, plus our residents, all work together to keep TGO a great place.

1. 24-Hour Entrance Gate Security

2. Roving Courtesy Patrol Services

3. Cable TV and Internet Service

4. Water

5. Sewer

6. Electric for Association Buildings and Grounds

7. Roads and Road Maintenance

8. Irrigation System and Irrigation Water

9. Daily Trash Pick-up (364 days per year)

10. Weekly Yard Debris pick-up

11. Complete Lawn Maintenance

12. Lawn Equipment and Equipment Maintenance

13. Lawn Spraying (weed, feed and yard pests)

14. Two Heated Swimming Pools and Spas

15. Fitness Center with New Equipment and Sauna

16. Four Tennis Courts

17. Six Pickleball Courts

18. Eight Shuffleboard Courts

19. Bocce Ball Court

20. Doggie World - Fenced Dog Run Area

21. Dog Walk

22. Mail Center

23. Thirty-two (32) Stocked Fishing Ponds

24. Pond Spraying and Maintenance

25. Nature Trail and Maintenance

26. Five Bathhouses with Laundry Facilities

27. New Library & Card Room, with renovated Bath House

28. Hobbyland including Craft Room, Billiard Table and Card Room - Plus Dart Board

29. Pavilion Meeting Hall

30. Plantation Manor Meeting Hall

31. CSA Administration Building

32. CSA Vehicle Maintenance Facility

33. CSA Storage Barn

34. Waste Water Treatment Plant

35. Seven Major Lift Stations (sewer system)

36. Road Signs

37. Propane for Heating Pools, Spas and Laundry Facilities

38. Fuel for Equipment and Emergency Generators

39. Pest Control of Common Property Buildings

40. Property Insurance for the Common Properties

41. Directors and Officers Liability Insurance

42. General and Umbrella Liability Insurance for Common Areas

43. Flood Insurance

44. Maintenance and Repair of all Association Buildings and Grounds

45. CSA Employee Wages

46. CSA Employee Health Insurance and 401(k) program

47. Lab Testing for Waste Water Treatment and Monitoring Wells

48. Annual Licensing Fees

49. Beautification - trees, mulch, stone, plants, etc.

50. CSA computers, Copy Machines, etc.

51. Printing of The Happenings Magazine and Online version

52. Golf Course Maintenance and Repair

53. Restaurant & Café Maintenance and Repair

54. CSA Vehicles Maintenance and Repair

55. Reserve Savings to preserve our quality of life and property values for many years to come

CSA BUSINESS

Board Of Directors Meeting

Plantation Manor • Wednesday, July 17, 2024 • 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 Ron Wagner 607-542-6376 district0@tgocsa.org

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

District 2 Dan Barnes 570-905-4906 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 Terry Manchik 901-603-6418 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.

CSA Patrol is Hiring

Patrol officers play an important roll in keeping TGO safe by enforcing traffic rules, and directing traffic during emergencies. If you would be interested in working for the CSA Patrol, go on-line to our website: www. tgocsa.org then click on CSA Documents/Forms/Application for Committee Assignment.

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. In the PAVILION:

Districts 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 - Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00 am

Districts 0, 1, 4, 7, 9 - Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Architectural Review Committee

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the next ARC Meeting wil l be held on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 at 10:00 am on the Manor Porch.

ARC Planning Meeting: The Architectural Review Committee meets for planning purposes on the Plantation Manor Porch at 10:00 am on Monday, July 1, 2024.

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.

Planning & Building Committee

The CSA is looking for two members for the Planning & Building Committee.

Go by the CSA office to pick up an application form or go on-line to our website: www.tgocsa.org then click on CSA Documents/Forms/Application for committee assignment. Fill out the form and take it to the CSA office.

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 Committee

Matthew Willey condo12tgo@gmail.com

President’s Council Meetings

Firewise Committee

Butch Jones butch_jones2001@yahoo.com

Traffic Infractions Committee

Cindy Marini clmarini@aol.com

Infrastructure & Natural Resources Committee

Drew Proulx district9@tgocsa.org

Planning & Building Committee

Doug Matz district1@tgocsa.org

Rules & Regulations Committee

Lauren Clark district4@tgocsa.org

Safety & Security Committee

John Comeau district7@tgocsa.org

Human Resources Committee

Lauren Clark district4@tgocsa.org

Presidents Council meetings will resume on October 15, 2024 in the CSA Pavilion and continue on the third Tuesday of each month through April at 10:00 am. Owners are invited to attend. Chuck Benoit is the Chairman of the Council and Ron Young is the Vice Chairperson.

2024 Condominium/HOA Presidents

Condo President Phone# Email

I Wayne Van Gorden 603-630-1029 tgo.condo1@gmail.com

II Randy Sanford 321-505-8353 tgo.condoii@gmail.com

III Ron Young 540-294-4044 tgo.condo3@gmail.com

IV Blaine Littlefield 207-798-2279 tgo.condo4pres@gmail.com

V Marc Lundeberg 321-423-1388 tgo.condo5@gmail.com

VI Penny Harlow 808-561-8559 tgo.condo6@gmail.com

VII Len Perkins 757-651-0582 tgo.condo7pres@gmail.com

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

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

X Cindy Marini 440-829-8633 tgocondo10@gmail.com

Condo President Phone# Email

XI Leonard Caton 321-567-3009 tgo.condo11board@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 tgo.condo14@gmail.com

XV David Spahn 207-468-6760 tgocondo15@gmail.com

XVI Chuck Benoit 978-314-9945 tgo.condo16@gmail.com

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

XVIII Dave Legrow 954-701-5770 tgo.condo18pres@gmail.com

XIX Carl Rosner 516-241-1877 pres@tgocondo19.com

APHOA Cammy Miller 404-291-7195 tgoaddison@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

Chairman - Leon LeBlanc 423-791-3158

District 0 - Lisa Berkis 217-547-3674

District 1 - Harold Witschi 716-998-6393

District 2 - Scott Lancaster 505-269-4851

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

Rules & Regulations Committee Openings

There are openings for two members on this committee. To get more information, or to apply, any interested parties can pick up an application form at the CSA office.

The completed form may be returned to the CSA office.

COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

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

Check Your Golf Cart’s Brakes

Brakes that do not function will be your only excuse as to why you did not stop at a stop sign.

Therefore, according to page 54 of our TGO’s Rules and Regulations of the road, you will be receiving a Traffic Citation for failure to obey a posted traffic sign.

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, contrac tors must leave TGO by 6:00 pm from October 1 to April 30 and by 7:00 pm from May 1 to September 30.

Call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 during regular weekday office hours to request any exceptions to these contractor work restrictions.

Lorraine Murphy Historic Center

Located in the CSA Conference Room next to Trimmer’s Salon. Available to tour:

Monday - Friday • 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Visit the CSA Office to borrow the key. The Historic Center can be shown on weekends and holidays.

Call for an appointment: Lorraine Murphy at 321-431-4526

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 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.

FMCA TGO Ambassadors Chapter Rally Schedule

November 15-17, 2024

December 12-15, 2024

April 10 -16, 2025

Auburndale, FL “Escape to Margaritaville” Rally

St. Augustine, FL “Lights by Land & Sea” Rally

Marathon, FL Grassy Key Rally

Visit our web site at www.TGOAMB.com

FTTA - Fun Time Travel Association Rally Schedule

December 10-13, 2024 Charleston, SC

Parrish Medical: New Lab Collection Site

Before the pandemic, Parrish Healthcare ran a Laboratory Collection Site on Cheney Highway, providing the nearest location to TGO. This site closed during the pandemic. Now a Lab Collection Site has opened even closer to TGO! If you’ve been driving to Titus Landing or Port St. John for blood work then you’ll appreciate the shorter drive and time saved.

Open Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM, the site is located at the

James Island County Park with optional stop in St. Augustine on December 8 & 9

Crossroads, inside Parrish Health and Wellness Center, 3065 Columbia Blvd, Ste. C104, Titusville. Walk-ins are welcome.

Please note: the collection site is located across from Marshall’s in Crossroad’s Plaza. It is NOT located in the Med Fast clinic.

At Parrish, we strive for Healing Experiences for Everyone…All the Time! If you have questions, please dial (321) 268-6111, ext. 8054.

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, check, or credit cards accepted.

Call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 for an appointment or visit during office hours. Payment by cash, check or credit cards.

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.

Upcoming application dates for 2024: July 9/10.

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.

Remaining Service Call Date is: July 24.

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 eight AEDs located at CSA buildings.

Blue Heron - Outside Ramp 137 Plantation Drive

Golf Cart Gas

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

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

COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

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 process efficient, please follow these rules:

• Trash must be placed in plastic bags that are tied closed. Lightweight bags should be tied together. Trash that is not in plastic bags may not be picked up.

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

• 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 alligator.

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

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

The Nature Center Needs YOU!

Channel your inner reporter and get to know what’s happening around the Nature Center at TGO! The Nature Center needs someone to coordinate articles for The Happenings. This involves working with Editor Greg Wostrel, the Board of Directors, and various committee chairs about events, dates and locations. Information to be covered includes:

• List of upcoming events;

• Event reminders on TGO Facebook pages;

THE NATURE CENTER WEBSITE and Facebook

The Nature Center website and Facebook page are each full of information and pics of our beautiful wildlife. Be sure to check them both out!

Website - www.NatureCenterAtTGO.org

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NATURE CENTER MEMBERSHIP

The Nature Center dues are just $15 a year. A Lifetime Membership is also available for $500. That membership includes all relatives living in the same household.

Contact the Membership Chair, Sally Fisher, to renew or join. Sally can be reached at naturecentermembership@gmail.com.

Membership Applications are also available in The Nature Center Library. All membership dues go to the upkeep of our Nature Center building.

• Candid photos of activities;

• Occasional short interviews with attendees at various functions.

You can submit these items via word processing along with any related photos. So...if you or anyone you know is interested in this “high-paying” position (kidding, of course – we’re all volunteers), please contact any Board member as listed in The Happenings. Thank you for helping keep the Nature Center looking its best!!!

Did You Know...

The Nature Center has a large selection of DVD’s and books that you may borrow? Everything is sorted by categories so you can easily find the ones that interest you.

And the CHILDREN’S section has a great assortment to keep your young holiday visitors busy.

IT’S PICNIC WEATHER!

Pack your snacks and head to the Nature Center to enjoy the serene, tranquil beauty along the scenic Addison Canal. The picnic tables have been cleaned and are waiting for you! You’ll find a blue box with “Large” and “Small” disposable plastic tablecloths. There’s also a long brush if you need to clean the seats.

Nature Center Board

President Dolly Akers ncpresident23@gmail.com

Vice President Donna Pittman ncvp23@gmail.com

Treasurer Loretta Annè nctreasurer23@gmail.com

Secretary Pat Dick ncsecretary23@gmail.com

Other Points Of Contact

Injured Animals - Please contact these specialists

Sandy Juba 321-543-0502 sjubatgo@gmail.com

Betty Salter 321-223-8073 bettysalter@hotmail.com

Nancy Payne-Clark 321-292-1434 patrick.jessica159@gmail.com

Trail Maintenance Betty Salter: 321-223-8073/ bettysalter@hotmail.com

NC Inspection Team Cinamon Nedvin: 631-219-9306/cin747@icloud.com

Membership Sally Fisher: naturecentermembership@gmail.com

Stories and Articles for The Happening: nchappenings23@gmail.com

NATURE CENTER AT TGO

400 Nature Center Trail, Titusville, FL 32780

Open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 365 days a year

www.NatureCenterAtTGO.org

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To schedule the use of our meeting room on M/W/F mornings or T/Th afternoons, call the Manor - 321-264-2393

To schedule the meeting room at any other time OR our beautiful enclosed porch, call Loretta Annè - 321-385-9667

Gopher Tortoises Guardians of the Florida Ecosystem

Gopher tortoises (Gopherus polyphemus) are fascinating creatures native to the southeastern United States, with Florida being one of their primary habitats. These terrestrial reptiles are known for their burrowing habits, creating extensive tunnels that provide shelter for themselves and over 350 other species, making them a keystone species.

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Gopher tortoises are easily recognizable by their sturdy, elephantine hind legs and shovel-like forelimbs adapted for digging. Typically, they have a brown or grayish shell and can live up to 60 years or more in the wild.

Ecological Importance of Gopher Tortoises

Gopher tortoises play a critical role in their ecosystems, and their presence impacts many other species and environmental processes.

Here are some key aspects of their ecological importance:

Keystone Species

Gopher tortoises are considered a keystone species because their burrowing activities create habitats that benefit a wide variety of other organisms. These burrows can be up to 40 feet long and 10 feet deep, providing refuge for over 350 different species. Some of the animals that rely on gopher tortoise burrows include:

1. Invertebrates: Various insects and arachnids use the burrows for shelter and reproduction.

2. Amphibians and Reptiles: Species such as the gopher frog, eastern indigo snake, and Florida pine snake use the burrows for protection from predators and extreme weather.

3. Mammals: Small mammals like the Florida mouse and rabbits find refuge in these burrows.

4. Birds: Some birds may use abandoned burrows for nesting sites.

Soil Aeration and Nutrient Cycling

The digging activities of gopher tortoises help aerate the soil, which improves water infiltration and root growth for plants. This

natural tilling process enhances soil fertility by mixing organic matter and nutrients, promoting healthier plant communities. These plants, in turn, provide food and shelter for other wildlife, creating a more robust and diverse ecosystem.

Fire Ecology

Gopher tortoises are adapted to fire-prone habitats such as longleaf pine and oak sandhills.

Their burrows offer protection during fires, allowing them to survive and maintain their populations. The tortoises’ feeding habits, which include consuming low-lying vegetation, help manage underbrush levels, reducing the risk of uncontrolled wildfires. Controlled burns are essential for these ecosystems, promoting the growth of fire-adapted plant species and maintaining the open canopy structure preferred by gopher tortoises.

GOPHER TORTOISES IN TGO

Sadly, it’s been reported that TGO recently lost one of our oldest gopher tortoises. As stated in this article these turtles are a designated threatened species both federally and in Florida. Their peak activity outside their burrows is May through August. They tend to avoid the heat of the day, foraging in the morning and late afternoon. While tortoises do have fairly good eyesight, they don’t move as fast as our cars and golf carts do so please… be vigilant. Look ahead. Scan the road and edges. Please slow down for these slowpokes!

clockwise from top: the trail winds under a canopy of oaks; informative signage is sprinkled along the trail; one of the serveral boardwalks over the wet areas; boardwalk at the Oak Hammock Trail loop split

Seed Dispersal

Gopher tortoises are herbivores and consume a variety of plants, including grasses, fruits, and flowers. As they forage, they play a role in seed dispersal, aiding in the propagation of native plants. The seeds that pass through their digestive system often have a higher germination rate, benefiting plant regeneration and diversity.

The Importance of Gopher

Tortoise Preservation

Preserving gopher tortoises is crucial not only for their survival but for the health of entire ecosystems. As a keystone species, their burrows provide essential habitat for hundreds of other animals, contributing to biodiversity. Protecting these tortoises ensures that the intricate web of life in their habitats remains intact. By understanding the challenges they face and taking proactive measures to safeguard their environment, we can help secure a future for gopher tortoises and the myriad of species that depend on them.

❂Why Gopher Tortoises Are Endangered

Despite their ecological importance, gopher tortoises are classified as a threatened species in Florida and are federally listed as threatened in parts of their range. Several factors contribute to their endangered status:

1. Habitat Loss: Urban development, agriculture, and deforestation have led to significant habitat destruction.

2. Human Encroachment: Roads and residential areas often fragment their habitats, making it difficult for them to find food and mates.

3. Illegal Pet Trade: Some individuals capture gopher tortoises for the illegal pet trade, significantly reducing wild populations.

4. Predation and Disease: Increased predation by domestic animals and the spread of diseases like upper respiratory tract disease have also impacted their numbers.

What to Do If You Find Gopher Tortoises in Your Yard

If you discover gopher tortoises in your yard, it’s important to follow these guidelines:

1. Do Not Disturb: Observe them from a distance. Gopher tortoises are protected by law, and it is illegal to harm, harass, or relocate them without proper permits.

2. Create a Safe Environment: Ensure your yard is free from potential hazards like pesticides, lawn mowers, and domestic pets. You can also enhance their habitat by maintaining native vegetation they feed on.

3. Contact Authorities: If you believe the tortoises are in danger or require assistance, contact local wildlife authorities or the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for guidance.

What to Do If You Find Gopher Tortoises on the Road

Encountering a gopher tortoise on the road can be alarming, but here’s how to help safely:

Ensure Safety: First, ensure your own safety and the safety of others. Park your vehicle in a safe location with hazard lights on.

Move the Tortoise: If it is safe to do so, gently pick up the tortoise by the sides of its shell and move it in the direction it was heading. Never try to relocate it to a different area, as this can disorient the tortoise.

Report to Authorities: Notify local wildlife authorities if the tortoise appears injured or if there are frequent sightings of tortoises on that particular road.

More info: https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/gopher-tortoise/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gopher_tortoise https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/animals-we-protect/gopher-tortoise/

TGO ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

2024-2025 Event Schedule

October 26, 2024 Halloween

November 2, 2024 Trivia

November 7, 2024 Concert - The Olivia Show

November 9, 2024 Artisian Market

December 31, 2024 New Years Eve

January 9, 2025 Concert - Uptown/Motown

February 6, 2025 Concert - Decades/Pierce Arrow

February 7, 2025 Trivia - #1

February 8, 2025 Trivia - #2

February 14th Valentines Day - Chairperson Needed

February 22, 2025 TGO 5K Walk/Run and Wellness Fair

March 6, 2025 Concert - Comedy Night

March 15, 2025 St Patrick’s Day

March 20, 2025 Concert - Chicago Rewired

March 27, 2025 Variety Show Night #1 Chairperson Needed

March 28, 2025 Variety Show Night #2 Chairperson Needed

How To Purchase Concert Tickets

General Admission tickets can be purchased for $20 for each concert at TGO Tickets & Gift Shop in Hobbyland. TGO Tickets & Gift Shop at 321-269-8023

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.

The TGO Tickets & Gift Shop in Hobbyland Will Reopen Monday, October 7, 2024

Monthly Activities Meeting

Our next meeting is October 15, 2024 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

Pat Small 321-720-8979 waypointtwo@yahoo.com

Pat Foley 407-538-8035 patfoley441@gmail.com

Ruth Falusi 219-670-1111 falusirr@yahoo.com

2024-2025 Concert Series

THE OLIVIA SHOW - November 7, 20245

Features Sabrina Plaisance-Sia with live vocals, powerful musicianship, chart topping hits, and an exciting singalong section, which all contribute to a magical, feel good show. It’s a modern throwback!

UPTOWN - January 9, 2025

UPTOWN is a group of men from New York City who combine the smooth stylings of R & B with the fresh hits of today. The perfect mix of Bruno Mars caliber stage presence with the vocals of Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye!

DECADES - February 6, 2025

Features the Pierce Arrow Trio. Take a one-of-a-kind usical and comedy journey through the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. DECADES is nothing but fun from start to finish!

COMEDY NIGHT - March 6, 2025

Phil Tag’s sarcastic and quick-witted humor consistently earns him rave reviews by audiences worldwide. Karen Rontowski has an upbeat, optimistic, clean sense of humor! Everything is coming up roses.

CHICAGO REWIRED - March 20, 2025

This premier “Chicago” tribute band comprises a unique blend of talented and seasoned musicians joining forces with the common goal of accurately replicating the timeless music of “CHICAGO.”

Help... The Activities Committee Needs You!

The Activities Committee has a great need for volunteers. There are several areas on the committee that you are invited to join.

The Activities Office: Open Monday through Friday - 10:00 am to Noon. October 1 through April 30

• Office Manager: Manage the scheduling of volunteers in the office and purchase/manage inventory.

• Office Volunteers: Work in the office selling tickets and merchandise. You will need to be able to operate a cash register and assist with inventory.

Advertising: Responsible for creating flyers and printing tickets for all activities events. Manage the billboards outside the Activities Office, Manor, and Post Office.

Chairpersons of Events: We need people to chair/co-chair each of the events during the season. This includes the planning, set up (including decorations) and clean- up for the event. Tables/chairs are set up by CSA as requested by the chairperson.

Bingo:

Caller: Every Tuesday - or once a month. This is the person that calls the ball as they pop out of the machine and runs the bingo session. No computer experience needed. Needs to arrive by 4:00 pm, the balls start at 6:00 pm. This position is over when the last game is complete, and equipment is put away. Usually around 8/9:00pm. Training provided. Need to designate a time you can volunteer. Callers cannot play bingo the night they call.

Sales: Sales are seated positions and have three parts - 1) ticket giver 2) money taker and 3) banker. In the summer, it can be just two people. Need to be there from 4:00 pm to 8/9:00 pm depending on the amount of people. Give out winnings after each game. Sales volunteers cannot play bingo the night they volunteer.

Concessionaire: Oversees the cooking and selling of hot dogs, cashier, popcorn maker, ice cream (no scooping - Klondikes or Fatboys). Sell items during intermission and clean up the kitchen, putting sodas, candy, chips, etc. away. Need to be there before 4:00 pm to get set up and stay through intermission. Volunteers can play bingo the night they volunteer.

Concert Series:

Showcase Committee: Currently headed by Linda Utz. Need a person with some musical background to join the committee. Must attend two showcases in Boynton Beach, FL (November and December) to critique various entertainers. Will spend time on the computer researching acts, meet with the committee and select acts for TGO concerts. May be required to create flyers for upcoming concerts.

Sponsorships: Person needed to contact businesses and ask them to sponsor our concerts. Need to prepare and distribute contracts, pick up checks, and prepare and distribute special sponsor tickets.

Ushers: Arrive early for concerts. Checks tickets and helps direct people to their seats. Remain after the concert and be responsible for cleaning their area.

Lighting and Sound Technicians: Looking for people with experience in these areas to support our existing crew.

Board Members: The board makes decisions on all things related to Activities events. Positions include President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Job descriptions are available for review. Voting occurs in March.

All positions will be open next season.

If you are interested in joining the Activities Committees in any capacity, please contact Carmella Zielinski at 321-289-0150 or via email at tmcmzie@gmail.com

TGO ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

TGO COMMUNITY CHURCH

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

Richard Harleman Director of Music

Nancy Reinish Director of Bells

Leanne Craig Office Administrator

Georgi Zeigler Administrative Assistant

Send e-mail to: info@tgochurch.org 321-383-0303 www.tgochurch.org

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.

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.

Pastor Dan Zahn’s Bible Study

Year-round on Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm by Zoom. Contact Pastor Dan for the link at 321-446-7966.

Ray Z’s Bible Class

Will resume on October 7 at 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome!

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

Memory Garden Open to All TGO Residents

Interested in a Memory Walk Paver or Columbarium Niche? Inquire at The Great Outdoors Community Church - 321-383-0303. Monday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

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

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 hsturner44@gmail.com

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

Temporary Meals Heidi Turner 321-514-3719 hsturner44@gmail.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

TGO FIREWISE INFORMATION

BUG OUT BAG

Don’t you think your Pet (Dog) should have the advantage of a pet Bug-Out Bag for emergencies on the road-away from home? Your pet’s evacuation kit will need a container: a plastic bin with a lid, or a tote bag or a backpack.

Just keep the contents secure…from your pet!

Your Bug-Out Bag should include:

1. Clean sealable plastic bags and a sharpie for labeling.

2. Notepad for documenting special details and needs.

3. A pen or pencil

4. Pet Vaccination Records: Your pets most recent rabies tag needs to be on its collar, along with a tag with your name and phone #.

5. Pet medications and doses. Make a list of meds that your pet takes on a regular basis.

6. Ensure that each is labeled with pet’s name and a description of the pet. A picture of your pet could be useful too.

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

7. Pack some favorite toys. Your pet will read your anxiety. “Don’t worry, be happy.”

8. Make a list of pet-friendly hotels/motels on your evacuation route.

9. Food: feed pet on “home schedule”. Stock Doggie Waste Bags and towels for clean-up. Don’t forget treats for good behavior: “good dog”!

10. Water and food bowls and a wash rag for cleaning up would be wise to have.

Make sure you also prepare:

• Pack enough pet water to meet each pet’s individual needs for three days and up to one week.

• Cleaning supplies: paper towels, trash bags, spray cleaner, disinfectant; hand sanitizer.

• Pet First Aid Kit, with latex exam gloves and a pair of leather gloves when handling an injured pet.

• Pet grooming supplies.

• A pet carrier or cage for safety and control.

Store your pet Bug Out Bag in a dry location in the house, in a spot for quick access when loading a car or truck or RV. I have made this list assuming a pet DOG. Modify, expand or reduce the list as appropriate for your pet(s).

Stay safe on the road, be patient, be aware, avoid bad situations, think ahead, rest when you can and stay hydrated. Support your family and YOUR PET(s).

Be Firewise, Be Safe

Ed Brown 321-383-8253

Mike Lavery 585-315-5554

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

Nancy Clark 321-292-1434

Sawdust Club Supports Local Titusville Church

Contributor: Doc Fraser

The Sawdust Club (SDC) established a relationship with the Indian River City United Methodist Church last year. The Church has an instructor to teach the children woodworking and they do a project every year during Vacation Bible School (VBS).

They contacted the SDC to prepare the pieces of wood for their VBS since the instructor is not local and preparing and transporting the raw materials for the class would be too much of a burden. The Church provided all of the preliminary information for cutting the wood and provided the wood. The SDC had to finish the design, develop a cost estimate and then cut all of the pieces. The children learn basic woodworking skills by sanding, nailing, drilling, painting, etc.

Last year, the project was balance boards for approximately 35 children. This year, the Church again requested help in making outdoor Yahtzee dice. The dice are cubes made from fence posts. They wanted 38 sets of 5 cubes each or 190 cubes. Again, the Church provided the wood and the SDC provided the tools and labor to cut the cubes and delivered them to the classroom.

The SDC team consisted of three (3) members, Laura Seavers (Project Leader and SDC Secretary), Ron Peoples and Doc Fraser. The SDC considers it a privilege to be able to help the local community.

cutting is completed at SDC

cubes stacked outside IRC classroom

RETIRE YOUR FLAGS AT TGO

IN APRIL OF 2022, SEVERAL MEMBERS OF THE SAWDUST CLUB at TGO created a beautifully designed flag box for our residents and renters to retire old and worn American flags. The flag box sits on the back patio of the CSA office near the entrance to Trimmers. To date, we have collected more than 800 American flags of different sizes!!! Yes, you read that right...more than 800 Americans flags! Obviously, we have many patriotic citizens here who proudly display their American flags and wish to retire those flags properly when it is time to do so.

REMINDER : Please fold your American flag(s) respectfully and then place it in the box. Please leave no paper, plastic, cardboard, boxes, or dowel rods in the box.

Thank you, TGO, for placing your American flag(s) in our flag box where they are retired with dignity, honor, and respect. Many thanks to those residents who are designated as “Collectors of the Flags” for you check the box on a regular basis, remove the flags when the box is full, and deliver the retired flags to the designated location to where the flags will be disposed properly.

submitted by: Gail Stairs

below:

above l-r: Charlie Wing, Doc Fraser, Laura Sievers, Tim Emerson, Barbara Yeager, Tracy Hoff man, Wayne Hoff man, Gail Stairs, and Roger Stairs.

the flag box on the CSA back patio

SALES & SERVICE

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.

NEW COLMAN SERVICES Let us provide these important services in your home:

Rocky The Rock Snake at the Nature Center

photos: Greg Wostrel

Weaving through the brown leaves and ground cover off to the side of the trail to the Nature Center is a unique colorful snake.

Rocky the Rock Snake is quietly growing in its own lovely way—one rock by beautiful rock contributed by residents, friends, and families of The Great Outdoors.

Rocky is growing and growing, marching right up the hill. It’s a fun thing for kids in the community to add painted rocks and keep it going.

Rocky is doing very well thanks to all those young artists out there!

LUNCH AND DINNER

— HAPPYTIZERS —

SANDWICHES

OPTIONS

Sweet Chili Aioli, Honey Mustard, Sriracha Ranch, Lemon- Honey Aioli, BBQ Sauce: Mild, Medium and Hot. —

SALADS & SOUPS

available on the Pub Menu Sunday and Monday on the pool deck and before bingo on Tuesday nights.

OPEN 7 DAYS 7:00-11:00 AM, SUNDAYS TO NOON

One Egg, any style with Sausage, Ham, or Bacon, Hash Browns and Toast

— THE CAFÉ CREATIONS —

BLUE HERON BREAKFAST

2 Eggs Any Style, With Ham, Bacon or Sausage, Home-Fries, Tomatoes or Fruit and Your Choice of Toast

CREATE YOUR OWN OMELETTE

Choose from Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Spinach, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, and Home-Fries

Add

or Sausage

Scrambled Eggs, Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, and Cheese

Add Bacon, Ham, or Sausage

Corn Tortilla, Cheddar-Jack Cheese Blend, Scrambled Eggs, Crispy Bacon, and Pico

Add

Add

DESSERTS/SHAKES/COCKTAILS SERVED FROM 11:00 AM TO 8:00 PM

DESSERTS

— HOUSE SPECIALTY COCKTAILS —

All Cocktails are 2 oz. liquor plus mixers. Top-shelf will add additional cost.

IRISH KISS: Vanilla vodka, Baileys and Hershey’s Kiss

APPLE PIE: Apple vodka, lime juice, caramel coated glass with graham cracker rim

TGO STORM: Vanilla vodka, melon liqueur and Razzmatazz

FLORIDIAN OUTLAW: Moonshine whiskey, watermelon liquor, and sour mix

BH Mule: Absolut citron, lime juice, mint and Sprite

OPEN 7 DAYS 7:00 am

Closing times may vary, Until 10:00 pm during some nights with entertainment

Serving fresh, high-quality food with friendliness and pride, overlooking our award-winning golf course

Consumer Advisory: Consumption of undercooked meat, poultry, eggs or seafood may increase the risk of foodborne illnesses, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

HAPPENINGS NEARBY

Mango Harvest Festival

June 22, 2024, 10:00am, 6191 N. Tropical Trail Merritt Island

Explore everything about Mangos. Join us for live demonstrations of mango recipes such as dehydrated mangos, green pickled mangos, mango salsa, sautéed mangos, mango sorbet, and more. Vendors will have mangos, jams, hot sauces, BBQ sauces, and baked goods.To reserve a seat and purchase a $5 ticket for the recipe demonstrations, please call (321) 449-4720. All other events at the festival are free and open to the public.

Monthly Fly-In Breakfast

July 13, 2024 Valiant Air Command 6600 Tico Road, Titusville

Join us at the Valiant Air Command for our spectacular monthly Fly-In / Drive-In Breakfast, held every 2nd Saturday of the month! It’s the perfect outing for families, friends, and anyone passionate about aviation! www.valiantaircommand.com/upcoming-events

Red White and Boom over North Brevard 2024 Thursday, July 4, 2024 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Chain of Lakes Park

2300 Truman Scarborough Way

Titusville, FL 32796

The City of Titusville is once again hosting a free, family event in conjunction with the fireworks display on Thursday, July 4th, 2024.

Enjoy music, food, business vendors and other family friendly activities in Chain of Lakes Park. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 PM.

28 Sunset Drive $169,900

• 11’10”x24’ Florida Room loaded with upgrades

• Located on quiet street near resort’s many amenities

• Large paver lot over concrete slab

• New 200 amp RV pedestal (2018)

• Can accommodate any size RV

• Just steps to bathhouse & laundry

• 11’6” x 10’2” LARK metal storage shed

• Replaced gray pipe •

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• Screened porch w/golf views

• Located on quiet cul-de-sac

• Large concrete painted pad

• Roof recently sealed

• Short walk to Oak Cove pool, bathhouse and laundry

• Deep RV pad 80 feet

• Mitsubishi split heat/air 2022

• New double sliding windows; siding, blinds, ceiling fans

• Includes stack w/d

• Beautiful lush landscaping

• Electric pedestal replaced 2021

• Florida Room and shed

The Fourth of July A

BLAST

FROM THE PAST TO THE PRESENT

Ah, the Fourth of July!

The day when Americans come together to celebrate freedom, independence, and the pursuit of the perfect barbecue. From the humble beginnings of our nation’s birth to the firework-filled extravaganzas of today, our celebrations have come a long way. Let’s take a journey through time and see how the red, white, and blue festivities have evolved.

Spoiler: It’s a lot more fun now!

Early Celebrations: The Birth of a Party

Back in 1777, the first Fourth of July celebration was a bit of a trial run. Picture Philadelphia, the birthplace of liberty, doing its best to throw a birthday bash for a brand-new nation. There were parades, music, and the ringing of bells. Even the ships got in on the action, dressed up in their finest red, white, and blue. And yes, they had fireworks, proving that some traditions never die.

Public readings of the Declaration of Independence were the highlight, because nothing says party like listening to a historical document being read aloud. But hey, it was a start, and it set the stage for future celebrations.

19th Century: Turning Up the Volume

By the 19th century, Americans had figured out that bigger is better. The War of 1812 had given everyone a renewed sense of independence, so naturally, the celebrations got louder and more elaborate. Parades became the centerpiece, featuring military displays that made everyone feel like a patriot.

With the arrival of steam engines, these parades and celebrations could go even bigger. Towns and cities across the nation started trying to outdo each other with the most impressive fireworks displays. Competitive much? Absolutely.

The Gilded Age and Early 20th Century: Go Big or Go Home

The Gilded Age was all about excess, and the Fourth of July was no exception. If you thought the 19th century was extra, the early 20th century said, “Hold my flag.” Parades now had floats, marching bands, and costumes that made Halloween look tame.

The early 1900s also saw the rise of new-fangled entertainment like the radio. In 1923, President Calvin Coolidge delivered the first presidential radio address on the Fourth, making sure everyone could hear his patriotic words without leaving their backyard barbecue.

Mid-20th Century:

Suburban Dreams and Firework Fiends

Post-World War II America saw the Fourth of July become a family affair. The holiday turned into an excuse for backyard barbecues, picnics, and all things grilled. The suburbs were booming, and so were the fireworks displays, now more organized and safer thanks to local governments stepping in.

Television brought the festivities into living rooms across the nation. Iconic events like the Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks in New York City and the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular became must-watch TV, perfect for those who preferred their explosions from a safe distance.

Contemporary Celebrations: All About That Inclusivity

These days, Fourth of July celebrations are as diverse as America itself. Sure, we still love our parades, fireworks, and barbecues, but we’ve also embraced a broader array of festivities. Music festivals, food fairs, and cultural performances now highlight the contributions of various ethnic groups to the American melting pot.

Technology has taken our celebrations to the next level. Social media lets us share our patriotic pride with the world, and virtual fireworks displays mean you can enjoy the show in your pajamas. Thanks, COVID-19, for making virtual celebrations a thing. Who knew we’d miss the smell of gunpowder and grilled hot dogs so much?

From modest beginnings in 1777 to today’s diverse and dynamic celebrations, the Fourth of July has evolved right alongside America. While the ways we celebrate have changed, the core values of freedom, independence, and finding the best spot to watch fireworks remain the same. As we continue to adapt and innovate, one thing’s for sure: the Fourth of July will always be the ultimate American party.

Postscript: A Note on Consideration

While celebrating, it’s important to remember that not everyone loves fireworks as much as we do. Pets can be particularly distressed by the loud noises, and many people, including veterans with PTSD, can find them unsettling as well. If you’re planning your own fireworks show in the neighborhood, try to keep it considerate—maybe give your neighbors a heads-up and stick to reasonable hours. This way, everyone can enjoy the holiday without any unexpected surprises.

Happy Fourth, and don’t forget the sunscreen!

FROM THE EDITOR

Well, here we are: SUMMER.

Personally, I love warm weather and I’ll admit that the prospect of warm weather almost all year was a big factor in the decision to move from Connecticut to Titusville. I know that central Florida Summer weather is on a different level but you won’t hear me complain!

I realize that lots of people (and a sizable percent of TGO residents) relocate to more temperate areas for the Summer months but I figure it’s a time to embrace outdoor living with even more enthusism. Whether it’s a morning hike, a steamy run, a breezy day baking at the beach, or lazily floating in the pool with a cool drink and company you love it’s all delightful and I feel fortunate to have those choices.

Speaking of “steamy runs” the photo for this issue was taken after a recent Sunday morning run in Cocoa with my sweetheart of 46 years. I’m blessed to have health and this amazing person to share the delights of this life with. If you have someone you love and who makes your life better certainly take the time to let them know, but also consider helping Rocky the Rock Snake grow by adding a rock with your words of thankfullness (story and photos: 36).

I hope you have fun with this issue and enjoy learning about Gopher Tortoises and some light-hearted history of 4th of July celebrations, as well as utilizing the calendar, enjoying photos of goings-on and the regulars like Dr. Sammy’s “Funny Thing Is...” and Ed Brown’s “Firewise.” Enjoy the issue!

Comments, ideas, suggestions, and submissions are always welcome. Please be in touch with me here: email: happenings@tgocsa.com phone: 401-286-9228

FREE Introductory Stretch Session For TGO Residents

Welcome to the New Age of Stretch!

Thanks to the modern sedentary lifestyle, after 30, most people start losing flexibility at an average rate of 1% a year. Strains and micro-stresses on your muscles compounded over time can glue them together. This “glue,” or scar tissue, tightens the surrounding tissue and restrains how you’re able to move. Over time, the snowballing loss of flexibility ages you. Stretch Zone’s isolation of individual muscles within a muscle group breaks up the glue, unwrapping the stranglehold on your posture and valuable energy. Proper stretching slows down the aging process. You will feel younger by improving posture, circulation, and increasing your range of motion.

For a FREE 30 minute session, please give us a call: Stretch Zone in Titusville: 321- 567 4085

1542 Harrison Street, Titusville, FL 32780

Email: titusville@stretchzone.com www.stretchzone.com

ARC Information:

• That you have 60 days to start your project once you are notified of an Approved ARC application. Any applications that are not picked up prior to the 60 days would be considered as invalid. Stop by CSA when you are called to keep your application active.

• Your ARC application remains open until those Brightly colored Completion Forms are signed and returned to CSA. Don’t forget to turn in that form once your project is finished to avoid your application from being noncompliant.

• That if you purchase a property and that property has improvements made to it that do not have any ARC applications on file for, you take on the responsibility for that violation. A simple solution – file an ARC Application to correct it even if it was done by a prior owner.

Interesting Facts

Dogs tilt their heads when you speak to them to better pinpoint familiar words. This is done to listen more accurately to familiar words like sit, walk, stay. And helps them to better understand the tone of your voice. If a dog doesn’t tilt its head that often (as those with shorter muzzles might), it’s because it relies less on sound and more on sight.

Water is the only substance on earth that exists naturally in 3 forms: solid, liquid and gas.

Pine Trees can tell if it is about to rain. Next time you see a pine cone, if it’s closed, that’s because the air is humid and can indicate rain is due.

The average cloud weighs over 1 million pounds. So, now that we know the average cumulus cloud weighs 1.1 million pounds, how does this much weight stay in the air and not crash down on our heads? It is actually because the cloud weighs less than that of the clear, dry air surrounding it!

No number before 1000 contains the letter A. But there are plenty of E’s, I’s, O’s, U’s, and Y’s.

Coral reefs are Earth’s largest living structure. Coral reefs are hotbeds of biodiversity, acting as sites for shelter, reproduction, feeding, and nursery areas for a diversity of marine species. Although these reefs make up less than 1% of the ocean floor, they support an estimated 25% of all marine species.

Some jellyfish are immortal. One type of jellyfish, the Turritopsis dohrnii, or so-called immortal jellyfish or the Benjamin Button jelly, has the ability to revert. It can settle on the seafloor, then go back to polyps (a phase when they are attached to coastal reefs) whenever there is impending harm or threat. After which, it eventually spawns into the same genetically identical jellyfish.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mark Your Calendars!

Entertainment at THE BLUE HERON

Sunday June 30

Mike Johnson

Wednesday July 3 Tiki Duo

Friday July 5

Sammy

Sunday July 14 Mike Johnson

Apple Tips

by Kris Lee-Scott

HOT DIGGITY DOGGGGG!

AS IF my life wasn’t already made better, easier and more fun with all my Apple devices and software, I was utterly glued to the TV watching the nearly 2-hour rollout of Apple’s upcoming iOS 18 and MacOS Sequoia, and now I can’t wait to explore and utilize these creative and ground-breaking additions all of their operating systems!

Apple is set to make quite the splash with a slew of new features that will either revolutionize your digital life or, at the very least, give you something to brag about to your Android-using friends.

For iOS 18, Apple is finally bringing interactive widgets to the home screen, allowing you to do more than just stare at tiny, static boxes. Imagine controlling your smart home devices, replying to messages, and even getting live sports updates without ever opening an app. In a bid to make multitasking even smoother, the new iOS will also introduce a dynamic island, expanding and contracting based on your activity, providing a seamless and intuitive user experience.

Sunday July 14 Bill Collins

Wednesday July 24 Johnny Danger

Saturday July 20 Matt Simpson - Just 4 Girls

Meanwhile, MacOS Sequoia is here to make sure your laptop feels like it’s from the future (or at least like it’s not five years old). The new Continuity features will make your Apple ecosystem tighter than a drum, allowing for effortless transitions between your devices. Start an email on your iPhone and finish it on your MacBook without a hitch. The MacOS update also promises enhanced privacy features, because, let’s face it, we all need more of that. There’s also a brand-new Safari overhaul, promising even faster browsing and better battery life, because who doesn’t want to eke out a few more minutes of screen time before the inevitable search for a charger? et’s count the ways to swiftly summon forth the photographic prowess of your iPhone!

There are too many more sizzles to talk about, but stay tuned for next week when we talk about the ‘elephant in the room’ Apple Intelligence (AI for the rest of us)

Kris Lee-Scott

APPLE QUESTIONS?

Call/Text Kris 321-243-4324

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• Family business established in 1985

• Cabinet designers each with 10+ years experience

• Free sink with purchase of kitchen counter-tops

• Free consultations and estimates

• All installers are background checked

• Hundreds of quartz selections

TGO NATURE TRAIL SCORECARD

TGO NATURE TRAIL SCORECARD

ACTIVITIES - ALL YEAR & SEASONAL

AQUACIZE Plantation Manor Pool (pool is closed during class)

Monday - Friday - 10:00 am - Weather Permitting

Call the CSA Manor Office to ask about any cancellation due to bad weather. 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. Diana Araujo-Fernandez 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 The Bocce Court (next to Shuffleboard)

The Bocce ball set can be borrowed from the cabint outside the Fitness Center, 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

RETURNING IN DECEMBER

TGO bowling - 2024 Season - $1.00 per game with free shoes. Pay at desk before bowling. Bowling starts at 1:00 pm. League ends on March 20. Total of 11 weeks. Teams consist of 4 members per team. We take singles and will find you a team. League is a handicap system so everyone has a chance to win. To confirm your place or join, call: Ruby Logan - 321-749-8642

BRIDGE CLUB Plantation Manor Porch

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

For intermediate and advanced level players. Bridge sign-up sheets are on clipboards on the Plantation Manor office door by the stage. Players must sign up by Friday noon to play Monday afternoon and must sign up by Tuesday noon to play Thursday afternoon. For more info call: John Comeau – 321-269-5525

BUNCO The Library - June 6, June 20, August 1, Aug 15, Aug 29

6:00 pm- 8:00 $4, $1 bunco $3 left, right, center. For more info call or text Megan 407-878-8854

BUNCO The Manor Porch

Every other Tuesday 1:00 pm - April 9. $1 to play. Call or text Lillian VanDuyne at 607-316-4910 to be added to our sub list or for further information.

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

CLOWN ALLEY The Library

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

COLORING GROUP

All Year Long - First and third Tuesdays Noon to 3:00 pm and/or Wednesdays 4:00 to 7:00 pm. $10 - Colored pencil supplies provided. Start with a short coloring lesson, choose what you color, color at your own pace. Reservations REQUIRED by the Monday before class. tgocolor@stuffnthingz.com or call Tracy Lewis - 425-478-6078

CORN HOLE The Shuffleboard Courts

Come join your friends and neighbors each Sunday afternoon for a few games of Corn Hole. Practice starts at 2:30. Games start at 3:00. For more information call: Randy Sanford - 321-505-8353

CROQUET CLUB In front of the Golf Driving Range

Sunday - 2:00 pm

RETURNING IN THE FALL

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 Comeau321-269-5525 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 - 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Euchre is OPEN NOW for all who love the game! The cost is $1.

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Contact: Theresa Crosby - 740-548-0140

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.

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Bring your knitting, cross stitch, crocheting, and other needle creations. For information, call: Theresa Sansoucie - 603-491-4515 or Mary Jane Smith - 810-853-8188

ACTIVITIES - ALL YEAR & SEASONAL

FMCA - Ambassadors Chapter Plantation Manor

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

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 (October - April) - 4:30 pm

Next meeting will be Monday, October 21.

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. Email Monica Fierro: tgomonica@hotmail.com. Put “FTTA” in the subject line. Or call: 321-604-0011

GAMES NIGHT The Library

Sunday - 6:00 pm, Tuesday - 6:00 pm

This fun-loving group plays many types of games. More information, call: Jean Crichton: 321-383-9385 or Kathy Smith: 401-742-9766

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

RETURNING IN THE FALL

Thursdays - 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Join in the fun or listen to your friends. Bring snacks and beverages. Don Wheeler - 407-401-3655 • 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.

Michelle Neese - Instructor

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: Ann Ducote 321 408 4217 or Diana Spahn 207 432 2107

MAD HATTERS Plantation Manor

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

All TGO ladies are invited. Lunch is $17.00, 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, 6:00 pm

Two Fridays of each month - June 21, July 5, August 2 & August 23. Bring snacks for your table/BYOB. Bring a roll of nickels to play and a canned good (no longer accepting cans after 7/1) or $1, per person, for donation to a deserving local Food Pantry.

Bev Moquin - 508-317-0295

PAGE TURNERS The Library

1st Wednesday of each month - 6:30 pm

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

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

We strongly recommend calling Nancy Powers at 603-209-2544 from November to mid-April for lessons before coming out to play (lessons not offered during the summer). You can also borrow equipment from the Plantation Manor CSA Office Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information: tgopickleballclubboard@gmail.com

PHOTO CLUB Manor

We meet the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month.

RETURNING 12/6/24!

If you enjoy taking pictures and would like to learn more, please visit with us. Whether you use your phone or a Mirrorless Camera, all are welcome. New faces are always a welcome addition to our meetings. Contact: David Spahn - 207-468-6760

QUILTERS Hobbyland

Thursday - 9:30 am- 5:00 pm, all year

Join in the creative enjoyment of this sewing art. Weekly meetings are held at 1:00 pm November through April. TGO Owners, please bring your door key for the craft room.

Call: Nancy Powers - 603-209-2544 or Debbi Walling 925-708-3599

RADIO CONTROLLED AIRCRAFT

Experience the “high” of flying R/C aircraft. 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. Call: Bob Netherton - 321-269-3016

ACTIVITIES - ALL YEAR & SEASONAL

RUG HOOKING Hobbyland

Tuesday (October - April) - 9:00 am

The TGO Traditional Rug Hooking Group invites all “Hookers and Lookers” to view our work. Call: Terri Strack - 603-540-5921

SAWDUST CLUB The Pavilion

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

The club building is near the CSA maintenance yard and open to members 24/7/365. Members may pursue their wood and/or metalworking hobby. Loaner tools are available for any member. Membership is open to all TGO property owners.

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 return equipment when you are finished. For 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 - 321-2640691

SMOKERS and BBQ’ers Windsong Pavilion

RETURNING 1st WEEK IN OCT

This group is for anyone who likes to smoke or BBQ anything. Bring your questions, expertise, knowledge, and samples to the Windsong Pavilion every first and third Wednesday at 4:00 pm. Call Rob Pribyl - 443-835-5811 for information

STAMPIN’ UP Card Making Class Hobbyland

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

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

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: Teri Alexander - 321-961-1393 or Theresa Sansoucie 603-491-4515

TENNIS CLUB Tennis Courts

Tennis Club Members Match Play: Mon - Wed - Fri - 8:00 am to Noon

All Tennis Players - Round-Robin - All Skill Levels: Tue - Thu - Sat - 8:00 am to Noon. Open Play Tennis - Daily Noon - 8:00 pm. Join the TGO Tennis Club. Contact any Tennis Club Board Member on court. Or call Belle Maropis - 770-695-8266

TEXAS HOLD’EM Juke Box

Texas Hold-Em tournaments on Tuesdays and Fridays at 6:00 pm in the Jukebox Recreation Room.

For more info: Call Doyle Wilson at 502-751-4657

TEXAS HOLD’EM MIXED GROUPS Juke Box

Texas Hold-Em tournaments on Thursdays at 6:00 pm in the Jukebox Recreation Room.

For more info: Call Andy Martenson at 321-246-0033

TEXAS HOLD’EM WOMEN’S POKER CLUB Juke Box

Sunday evenings in the game room from 6 to 9 pm.

HEY GALS! interested in playing Texas Hold ‘em? Here’s your opportunity to get in on a low-stakes limit game.

For more info contact Elaine Meier at 716-239-6325.

NEW! TGO DANCE GROUP The Pavilion

Fun, safe class learning newest trending dances from social media. 6:00 pm -7:00 pm SUN & THU

Join FB page: TGO Dance Group

UKULELE GROUP Nature Center Tuesday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Join us! All levels of players welcomed.

Lynn Fryer - 443 -286-1396 or Pam Campbell Taylor- 571-2170444

WATERCOLOR CLASSES Hobbyland Tuesdays - 1:30 - 4:30 pm. All levels welcome. Contact: Angie Woznick 321-269-6609 or Sally MacNevin 508-944-0082

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 - 321-4741952

YOGA Pavilion - Monday at 9:45 am

Plantation Manor - Thursday 9:45

Vinyasa Yoga - Bridget Griffin - Instructor

Bring a yoga mat and towel or kneeling pad for both classes.

RETURNING IN THE FALL

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

Relax with this fun, needlecraft fabric decorating style. The simple technique can be mastered and enjoyed by all ages. Carmella Zielinski - 321-289-0150

TAI CHI Windsong Pavilion

Monday and Wednesday 9:00 to 10:00 am

ZUMBA Plantation Manor Gratuities gladly accepted Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9:00 am

RETURNING IN THE FALL

Fun fusion of body sculpting and dance movements to lively Latin rhythms that tone your body. Facebook - Zumba at TGO

RETURNING IN THE FALL

For more info call or text Dan Tracy at 608-658-4465

EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER: TODD SAMPSON

Several of our CSA Board Members served lunch to our CSA Employee Team on Monday, as part of our quarterly employee recognition events, to say “Thank you” for their hard work this summer. CSA Manager Billy Specht recognized our employees for their years of service, and awarded an Employee of the Quarter

Employees of the Quarter are nominated by our CSA Senior Staff Members, based on their hard work and performance here at TGO. Choosing an Employee of the Quarter is a difficult task, as our team collectively works very hard to keep TGO a great place to live and work.

This quarter’s Employee of the Quarter is someone everybody knows well; he greets many of us every day! Todd Sampson has served the CSA for over 13 years, in several different roles. He joined our team in grounds and maintenance department, and moved to our Guard Gate team, where today he serves as our Guard Gate supervisor.

Todd is super dependable, professional, and hard-working, and he is a stickler for following policy. For these reasons, he’s well respected by our residents, our Board of Directors, and his fellow CSA Co-workers. Todd is a great supervisor and has developed a very reliable team who respect him and are flexible with their schedules to ensure that gate coverage is consistent, 24 hrs. per day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Todd is quick to report any incidents, special needs or issues that arise while protecting our residents and our community.

His communications are professional and efficient. He and his team are confident to handle any issues that may occur. He led efforts for TGO to earn our community a “Safe Certified” certification from Brevard County Sheriff Office. He and his team often handle some very difficult situations, its impressive how they maintain the high level of professionalism and customer service needed, even with difficult people or on tough days.

Todd works very hard, every day, to maintain the guard gate to the highest standards. He is the face of our community, and often the first person that people meet when they visit TGO or come looking for a great place to live.

In his free time, Todd loves to play golf here at TGO. He recently had a set-back as he was involved in an auto accident, but he bounced back quickly and returned to work as soon as he could. We always appreciate and admire his hard work and commitment to keeping that gate staffed and secure all the time, even while he is recovering.

Please join the CSA Board and Manager Billy Specht, as we show Todd our appreciation for his leadership, hard work, teamwork, and commitment to keeping our community safe and secure. TGO is a great place to live and work thanks in a big part to Todd’s efforts.

Congratulations Todd Sampson on being chosen as our Employee of the Quarter for Summer 2024

EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION LUNCH - JUNE 17

CSA Board Members take time to serve lunch to our crew as a special way to say Thank You for their hard work in the heat of the summer

Chris from Irrigation was celebrating his Birthday

Mike Kelley from our golf course team prepares for lunch

Lunch consisted of Hamburgers and Hotdogs

Jordan and Billy share a moment in line

Sharon Sampson serves food to our crew

EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION LUNCH - JUNE 17

Shane Willey has a laugh with his golf maintenance team

Carmella and Carolyn are making the lunch happen

Margarite wins a raffle and chooses a Target gift card

Guy Sampson, supervisor of our buildings team, has a laugh

Anthony Walton wins the raffle and chooses the blow up flamingo

Breshawn chooses a raffle prize

EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION LUNCH - JUNE 17

Billy has some fun with our newest employees as he introduces them to our team.

Billy recognized Mark Gray for 5 years of excellent service to TGO

Billy recognizes Eric Wells for 10 years of excellent service to TGO

Billy recognizes Jon Lyerly for 10 years of excellent service to TGO

Linda Johndrow wins the raffle and plans to take the kiddy pool with her.

Sudoku Puzzles - Brought To You By Bubbles Mobile Pet Salon

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.

Classified Ads

Classified Ads are only for tangible and real Property that are For Sale, For Rent or Wanted within TGO. They are not for Services Provided or out of park items.

Cost is $10 per ad for 25 words maximum. Payment can be made by credit card, cash or check, payable to “CSA” at time of placing your ad.

You must fill out a Classified Ad Form that is available ONLY at the CSA Office, 100 D Plantation Drive.

Classified ads are for TGO residents only. 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: 735 Plantation, spacioushouse, open concept, 2 bedroom, 2bath, overlooking hole #2 of the golf course, short/long term rentals, 216.440.7879, dlsoboslay@gmail.com (exp 08-30-24)

FOR RENT: RV PAD & FULL HOOKUP - May 1st - Oct 1st . 326 Plantation Dr on Golf Course. $700/mo incl electric. blaine@reagan.com 207-798-2279 (exp 6/21)

FOR SALE OR RENT: RV Port 403 Plantation Dr $190K , Furnished Suite, A/C, sm kitchen, powder rm, W/D, Shed, new roof in ‘18, 302-893-7640 (exp 06-21)

FOR SALE: 811 Plantation Drive - $540,000 Spacious open concept, closed-in side porch. 3 BR, 2 Bath, 2 closed-in garage under air, most furniture included. 2,700sf. Call 321-745-0064 (exp 06-21-24)

Funny Thing Is… Can’t

Take The Pressure Of Blood Pressure!

I can’t take the pressure of watching my blood pressure. Now I’m a pretty happy guy most of the time, laid back, love to exercise and try to eat right. But even a guy like me doesn’t have a chance if the doctor decides to check me for high blood pressure.

Here’s my point:

The doc says since I’m getting older he wants to check me for high blood pressure. No, he’s not worried but just as a precaution. So I’m sitting in my house which is the most relaxing place on earth, but I have to hit the highway to get to the doc. Horns are blaring, people are driving crazy, I get cut off once or twice and lucky me, I get stuck behind someone doing 10 mph under the speed limit and the light turns red just as the guy in front of me slowly putt putts through the intersection.

Add 20 points to whatever my blood pressure was.

I finally arrive and have a seat in a jammed waiting room for the next hour where people are talking politics.

Add another 20 points for the irritation.

Then after I’m totally worked up and frustrated the nurse finally

calls my name and I head inside. Side note here. If the nurse is particularly attractive in a tight uniform add another 10 points but I’ll call those bonus points because I really don’t mind.

So, I’m inside after all this and what’s the first thing they do? Yep. Take my blood pressure. The nurse looking perplexed decides to take it a second time just to make sure. Hey, the first step to my cure is send in one of the older nurses.

Anyways, the doc finally comes in and looks at the readings. He tells me we’re gonna have to take steps to lower my blood pressure but I already know what’s needed. Next time I’ll just have him come to my house and take my blood pressure while we sip a couple of beers. Problem solved.

-Dr. Sammy

We Need Your Food & Clothing Donations

Bill and Lynda Shaw are residents here in TGO and they have tirelessly invested their time to help the less fortunate. Both Bill and Lynda work closely with the TGO Church and are always on the lookout for donations of food and clothing to support their program of helping the needy. They have built a solid network of charitable organizations in Titusville, who make sure your donations are distributed to the people for whom they were intended.

“If it’s wearable, edible or usable... we’ll take it.”

lf you’ve been looking for a reason to clean out your closets or storage areas, now is a good time. With a simple phone call, Bill and Lynda will be at your door to pick up the donated goods.

Your donation will definitely make someone’s day - and you’ll feel great about helping out.

Word Search - 4th of July!!

ADAMS AMERICA

BARBECUE COLONIES

CONGRESS

DECLARATION

EQUALITY FIREWORKS

FOURTH

FREEDOM HOTDOGS

INDEPENDENCE

JEFFERSON

JULY

LIBERTY

NATION

PARADE

REVOLUTION

RIGHTS STATES THIRTEEN UNITED

ON-SITE BUSINESS & SERVICES

ACTIVITIES OFFICE - Logo Items

Inside the Hobbyland Building

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

Plantation Manor Office

145 Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780 manor@tgocsa.org

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

www.NatureCenteratTGO.org

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

- Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday - 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

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

Chee Seng Oh, BSc Hon, MD

Gary Chee Seng Oh, BSc Hon, MD Family Medicine

Dr. Oh is a Family Medicine Physician with Parrish Medical Group Primary Care. He provides prevention and management of acute and chronic health conditions for patients of all ages. He is passionate about lifestyle medicine, mental health, physical fitness and athletics. He has a love of research, coaching and teaching.

Board-Certified Physician

LOCATION PARRISH HEALTHCARE CENTER

CANAVERAL 390 Challenger Road Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Phone: 321-633-8640

 American Board of Lifestyle Medicine

 American Board of Family Medicine

 American Academy of Family Physicians

Clinical Specialties

Dr. Oh’s areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:

 Lifestyle Medicine

 Wellness and Preventive Screenings

 Health Counseling and Patient Education

 Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Illnesses and Injuries

 Management of Chronic Conditions