January 2023 2nd Annual Celebration of the Holidays 2022
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newly renovated North Clubhouse was transformed into a spectacular winter wonderland on December 12th as over 500 residents gathered to share the spirit of the season at the Second Annual Celebration of the Holidays sponsored by the Management teams of Kings Point. A beautifully decorated 20’ tree designed by Vesta Management was the center piece of the lobby complete with a model train set provided by the Model Railroad Club. The hallways were filled with strolling carolers, sparkling trees and wreaths from the Festival of the Trees, a Santa photo booth, and vendors stationed around for last-minute shopping. Friends and neighbors who purchased wrist bands for the soldout dining sessions enjoyed a variety of delicious international cuisines representing Italy, Mexico, Cuba, New Orleans, and deserts provided
Vesta’s Food and Beverage team. The buzz of the evening was the raffle room where over 100 prizes were being raffled off. For $1 per ticket residents were given the chance to win a variety of prizes including a weekend getaway at the Gasparilla Inn, Carnival Cruise for 2, $1000 Amazon Gift Card, several gift cards ranging from $25- $500 dollars, Apple iPads and watches, Tampa Bay Rays tickets, spa baskets, liquor baskets, and so much more. Thanks to the tremendous efforts from the Master Association, Federation, and Donation Coordinator, the total value of the prizes was over $15,000.
and begin recovery with strength, honor, and dignity. Bill Chini, Executive Director for Mary & Martha House said, “We feel so blessed to work in a community that cares about their neighbors. The entire King Point community, including the Master Association and Vesta, have always been extremely supportive of our mission at Mary & Martha House, and we are truly grateful to have them on our side. Their willingness to give back and support those who are less fortunate is second-to-none. Many thanks go out to the entire community.” The holidays bring people together, but they are also a time for reflection
With the generosity of our vendors, clubs, and local businesses, we were able to raise $17,213.00 for the Mary & Martha House in Ruskin to help in their 35 yearlong mission of providing a safe haven for victims of domestic abuse and their children to escape
Congratulations to the Grand Prize Raffle Winners! USI - $1,700 Gasparilla Package Laura Stout
First Annual COA Golf Cart Parade A Hit In Kings Point
The COA sponsored; First Annual Kings Point Golf Cart Parade was a huge success! Forty-three carts participated in the parade. The carts met in the parking lot at the North Clubhouse for judging while the participants enjoyed coffee and muffins provided by Vesta. Hundreds of spectators were delighted as they watched the holiday themed golf carts cruise through the community. The judges had a difficult decision to make, but finally awarded first prize to the “Polar Express” entered by a group of Kings Points residents (Sylvia
and gratitude. It was truly wonderful to see what can happen when the Kings Point Management teams come together. Thank you to the Master Association, Federation, COA, Vesta, FirstService and all of volunteers and staff members that helped make this event a success. A check for the proceeds of this event will be presented to Mary & Martha House at the Master Association Board Meeting scheduled for January 11th at 9:30am. All residents are invited to attend. A list of the raffle contributors who supported this event can be found on the next page. We sincerely appreciate their support and generosity and hope you will consider them for your future needs.
Fl. All Risk Ins. & Owens Electric $1,250.00 Carnival Cruise Gift Basket Stu & Arlene Gibson
& John Gustafson; Bob & Elaine Varney; Mary Jane Oswald; Mary & Jim Shepherd; Winnie & Hank Massey; Dave & Patty McClure; Barbara Harrison.) In second place, and in great holiday fashion was “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” by Donald Swartz. In Third, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” by Lynn Simmons. To help make this event even bigger and better next year, the COA is considering adding different categories for judging, more prizes, and a longer parade route. We are all looking forward to what the residents of Kings Point will design for next year.
Assured Partners $1,000 Amazon Gift Card Elaine Golding-Ferguson
1st Place: Polar Express KP Residents
2nd Place: The Grinch - Donald Swartz
3rd Place: Peanuts - Lynn Simmons
Parade coordinators, Eileen Peco and Chris Robinson
Tree Lighting Ceremony
On Friday, November 25th at dusk, The Second Annual Master Association Sponsored Tree Lighting Ceremony kicked off the 2022 holiday events at Charles Hassell Park. The event featured a beautifully decorated park, strolling carolers, trivia, a visit from Santa, and two specialty food trucks. It coincided with the unveiling of the holiday lighting at the front and back entrances of Kings Point. Over 300 of our residents were in attendance. Everyone enjoyed the special arrival of Santa who arrived by elf driven sleigh. The beautifully decorated sleigh was designed and created by the Master Association Decorating Committee. Thank you to all folks who made this event a great success including the Lawn Bowling Club, Christine Spooner, the Shelly Group, Kings Point Security, SCC Emergency Squad and the Master Association Staff. Also, a special thank you goes out to the Carolers – Riverview Sharks Chorus, and Santa - Steve Maguire.