Esplanade Lifestyle Magazine - Azario | May/Jun 2022

May/Jun 2022

LI FES T Y LE

Contents

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In this issue 8

3 LETTER FROM THE LIFESTYLE TEAM

A note on what's coming up

4 TEAM SPOTLIGHT Meet Katelynn Carlson

5 GRAND WINE TASTING Featured Event

5 LEBARGE CRUISE for World Ocean Day

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5 ALL ABOARD SUMMER Pool Party

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6 PET FEATURE

Furry Friends: Apollo

6 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Around Town

Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch

7 CONCIERGE

Exclusive offerings, just for you

8 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Recent Event Recaps

10 A LOOK AHEAD Upcoming Events

12 GET INVOLVED

Interest Groups & Social Clubs

13 FITNESS

Resort Pool Aqua Fitness

13 SPA

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

TAYLOR MORRISON SALES

Jennifer Robb, Lifestyle Manager 941-253-2912 JRobb@Evergreen-LM.com

Sales Gallery Hours Sun, 12 - 5 p.m.

Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Doug Walkowiak, Community Association Manager 941-500-3784 DWalkowiak@Evergreen-LM.com

Bradley Anderson: 941-302-8112 BSanderson@TaylorMorrison.com

Ashley Tuohy, Assistant Community Association Manager 941-253-2922 ATuohy@Evergreen-LM.com

Danielle Adams: 941-961-8087 DAAdams@TaylorMorrison.com Rhonda Fleming-Hill: 941-773-0212 RFleming-Hill@TaylorMorrison.com

MEMBER SERVICE

Maria Amundson: 941-462-5871 MAmundson@TaylorMorrison.com

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Esplanade@Evergreen-LM.com EsplanadeAzarioLifestyle.com 866-325-0703 | Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Melanie Byrnes: 941-773-4109 MByrnes@TaylorMorrison.com

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HAMPTON GOLF

15 COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP

Mike Tuohy, PGA, Head Golf Pro 941-253-2911 MTuohy@EsplanadeAzarioClub.com

Elizabeth Sherwood: 949-400-6677 ESherwood@TaylorMorrison.com

Safe Sunscreen Soiree’

Global Wellness Challenge & Events

The Bradenton Dream Center

Florida Panthers

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Rod Mesplay: 863-266-7769 RMesplay@TaylorMorrison.com

Letter From the Lifestyle Team JENNIFER ROBB YOUR LIFESTYLE MANAGER

Goodbye April showers, hello May flowers!

Summer breezes and warm sunshine are abundant at Esplanade at Azario this time of the year! We welcome in Summer very soon and enjoy fun and relaxing events for our Members to enjoy!

In case you missed some of our programming this spring, in March we attended a St Paddy’s Polo Match as a group of about 89 strong! We also celebrated a couple of culinary firsts at Azario with February’s first Annual Chili Cook-Off and our first installment of the Cooking and Cocktail Series with our National Director of Food, Beverage and Culinary Experience shaking it up for our Members!

Following these culinary delights, we revisited our youth with our second Signature Event of the year, Prom Night, Forever Young! It was totally rad and of course we crowned a Positivity Prom King and a Positivity Prom Queen! Azario Members love to socialize and our Interest Groups and Social Clubs are active and abundant! Ladies Lunch Bunch alternates with Dinner Divas and is now a social club for our ladies at Azario! Have a great club idea? We would love to see you at our monthly Coffee and Conversation where you have the opportunity to share your interests and dreams of future clubs, events and more! Plans are still in the works for Poker, Euchre and Canasta clubs to join our line-up. Gentlemen, Men’s Happy Hour is a fun and relaxing group meeting on Sunday afternoon for casual

camaraderie. Indulge in self-care with our planned wellness events, Safe Sunscreen Soiree or OnSpot Dermatology Bus, community wide blood drive or take matters into your own hands and follow along with some disc stretches in recognition of National Posture Month!

June welcomes summer and we have an All Aboard Summer Pool Party on deck as well as a Private LeBarge Sunset Cruise for World Ocean Day! Monthly Member meetings are always on the roster and Esplanade 101 is now Esplanade 101 Trivia! This new trivia twist on our classic Esplanade 101 allows Members to learn about the important and informative details typically included within the session, all while having some fun together! We encourage all Members to join us for Esplanade 101, as it is the key to your Lifestyle here at Azario. Lastly, we invite all Members to join us for Neighborhood News, a community update with your dedicated team, and Coffee and Conversation with your Lifestyle Manager and team to discuss all things Lifestyle!

A beautiful Florida Summer is around the corner, with many opportunities to join inspiring events. I look forward to seeing you at our next gathering!

Jen

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TEAM SPOTLIGHT

Katelynn Carlson NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

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e are pleased to introduce your National Director of Marketing and Communications, Katelynn Carlson. Katelynn works hand in hand with Taylor Morrison Marketing to provide communications and marketing support to Esplanade communities nationwide. Out of all of the projects from last year, one of her favorites was the rebranding of the very publication you are enjoying right now, the Esplanade Lifestyle Magazine! She works closely with each local Lifestyle Manager to ensure that their Lifestyle experiences, Members, beloved community pets and the wonderful work they do to produce your Lifestyle programming is shared in a fun and engaging way. You have heard this sentiment throughout last year, but as Esplanade continues to span the nation, Katelynn looks forward to even more ways to spotlight the amazing things our local teams are doing at each community to bring the Esplanade Lifestyle experience to life each day.

Katelynn earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in the field of Communications and Marketing from The University of Central Florida. After graduating, she spent her first year as an intern at the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, working as a social media and content coordinator helping to tell the amazing family stories and acts of kindness of local volunteers. In 2012, she was thrilled to join The Walt Disney Company as a Communications and Marketing professional at the Walt Disney World Resort, and spent the next decade growing her skills and knowledge and making magic in a variety of marketing roles. Prior to joining the Evergreen Team, she spent 6 years of her Disney career working to establish, execute and sustain a communications and marketing foundation for the Members of Disney’s one-of-a-kind resort residential community, Golden Oak. She partnered closely with their neighbors, the Four Seasons Resort Orlando to stay engaged with the structure of their exclusive, luxury homeowner experience, The Four Seasons Private Residences. With this knowledge and expertise, the transition to support the growing Esplanade brand seemed like the perfect fit!

When she’s not busy finding ways to innovate and create in the world of Esplanade marketing and communications, Katelynn loves to spend time at her home in Orlando, Florida with her two rescue kitties, Lincoln and Harper or out around town with her friends. As a native to Orlando, she is blessed to have sustained friendships as far back as kindergarten, with many of those friends still living in the area. “My family and friends are everything to me,” she shares. “I have a wonderful, close relationship with my parents who actually live 10 minutes up the road, and it’s such a blessing.” She loves to stay active and tries to start each morning with exercise and movement, usually at her F45 gym in Central Florida.

She is also passionate about storytelling through images and began her own wedding photography business 6 years ago!

When we asked her to explain something she’s most thankful for so far in 2022, she shares: “To be honest, I’m just tremendously thankful to wake up every day and work with a team of people who I truly care about and enjoy being around. Our Esplanade national team, and the team members that make up our local teams, are so passionate, creative, and driven. It’s a privilege to work alongside them. On a personal note, I’d like to get on an international flight again, for leisure travel! I’m not sure where I want to head to next but Switzerland has always been high on the list!”

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Grand Wine

Sunset Cruise LEBARGE

FOR WORLD OCEAN DAY

TASTING

Wednesday, June 8 7 - 9 p.m. | $50 Per Member

Saturday, May 21 1 P.M. | $12.50 PER MEMBER

LINCOLN & BEACON MODEL HOMES 15518 DERNA TER, LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL 34211

What better way to recognize the beauty of our oceans on World Ocean Day than to gather with fellow Members and enjoy a beautiful Gulf of Mexico sunset! You will enjoy entertainment, light appetizers and stunning views! A cash bar will also be available.

No outside food or beverages permitted.

Summer POOL PARTY ALL ABOARD

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 1 - 4 p.m. | Resort Pool on Montello Way

Cheese and charcuterie boxes will be included to complement your tasting experience. The included wines will be available to order at cost plus tax and a 15% service fee. Deliveries may take up to 3-4 weeks.

All aboard our land cruise into summer! Join fellow Members for a cruise on land featuring some fun surprises from our friends at Celebrity Cruise Lines. Registration is required on Member website; space is limited.

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PET FEATURE / ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Furry Friends MEET Apollo WEISENBERG

- LOVED BY MARSHA & MYLES

What breed/type are your pets and how old? Siblings?

Apollo is a 3 1/2-year-old Havanese. Jamie is his sister and enjoys Esplanade’s golf and pickleball when visiting.

What are his most unique qualities or something funny he does?

Apollo can do a lot of tricks, he loves to dig in the sand and go into our West Coast beach for a swim.

When you travel, do your pets join you or do you have a favorite caretaker?

He has found a nice pet sitter in Bradenton.

What is something naughty that your pet is always doing?

He would never do anything naughty although he would sneak up and sniff people’s legs. He transitioned very well to our complex when he fell in love with the builder of our home … and he very much enjoys Elizabeth’s treats at the Sales Gallery. He knew when Billy’s truck was on the street.

What is his favorite treat?

He loves his lamb lung filets and we still ship his Hulu Lula turkey from Goodness Gracious in Boston.

HAVE A FURRY FAMILY MEMBER YOU WANT TO FEATURE? Contact your Lifestyle Manager, Jennifer Robb at JRobb@Evergreen-LM.com, to be featured in the next edition of the Lifestyle Magazine. Answer a few questions about your furry, feathery, or scaly friend and share a couple pictures.

Around Town “DIFFERENT STROKES” EXHIBIT

FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK – PRIDE

Through Friday, May 27 Art Uptown Gallery | 1367 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

Friday, June 3 | 6 - 9:30 p.m.

Village of the Arts

The newest artists at Art Uptown Gallery will be showcasing their paintings. Diane Boone, intuitive abstract painter, and Gillian St.

Grab your friends and come out to explore the art during our First Friday Artwalk! Enjoy the galleries, shops, restaurants, live music, and tasty treats during one of Bradenton’s favorite monthly events.

Click on the discussion portion of this event to see what is happening throughout the Village. They’ll be adding info daily to the Discussion leading up to the event. You can check the Calendar on the website (villageofthearts.com/calendar) to see who will be open. Artwalks run monthly on First Fridays from 6 - 9:30 p.m. and the following Saturday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

George, hard-edge abstract painter, are both local, full-time Members of national recognition. Meet the artists on May 6 from 6 - 9 p.m. at the First Friday public reception at the gallery and Saturday, May 7 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Art Uptown Gallery welcomes patrons and friends where the diverse art works of local, award-winning artists are exhibited. Telephone: 941-955-5409 or visit artuptown.com for hours and further information.

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CONCIERGE

Exclusive Concierge Offerings Part of the Esplanade Lifestyle is rolling out the red carpet and giving our Members VIP access to exclusive offers and services! We are excited to continue to build and foster these relationships with local organizations and businesses to offer special rates for our community. If you know of a business or organization that would like to partner with Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch, please contact your Lifestyle Manager.

HOME SERVICES

HOTELS, RESORTS & GOLF Use special links available on your Member website or call the hotels.

SADDLEBROOK RESORT, TAMPA ALOFT, SARASOTA THE RITZ-CARLTON & GOLF RESORT, SARASOTA HYATT REGENCY COCONUT POINT, BONITA SPRINGS INN ON 5TH, NAPLES HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON SARASOTA/LAKEWOOD RANCH 941-355-8619 hilton.com HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON SARASOTA/LAKEWOOD RANCH 941-309-3904 hilton.com COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SARASOTA/LAKEWOOD RANCH 941-360-2626

CRUISE OFFERS Heather Roembke is available for limited individual appointments in our Sales Gallery. Contact your Lifestyle Manager for available times.

CASTNER & CASTNER FURNITURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN Fine furniture, accessories, draperies, wallpaper and more. Ask for Dena James, Interior Designer.

941-795-1297 djames@castnerandcastner.com www.castnerandcastner.net

CAR SERVICES PET SERVICES FROST’S PET SERVICES Dog walking, dog park outings, pet sitting, and more!

727-686-3267 text/call ashleyfrost0510@gmail.com frostspetservices.com K9 REVIVE All-Natural Dog Supplements 10% off using the code AZARIO10. k9revive.com

KEITH BANKS LUXURY SUV TRANSPORTATION Preferred pricing for local transportation.

770-883-4641 banks13@aol.com JAX CAR WASH Complimentary car wash (one per person) and 10% off detailing services. jaxkarwashfl.com/freebestwash

CELEBRATORY YARD SIGNS

LUXURY PET SPA Mobile Pet Grooming 10% off services.

Contact Stanley: 941-330-3414

SIGN DREAMERS OF BRADENTON $60/day for a Single Day Sign Rental Contact Derek Pardue: 941-773-5766

SPA SERVICES

CHIROPRACTOR

BELLA MI AESTHETICS Special discounts on select services.

See Member website for details.

941-405-3164 bellamiaesthetics.com

BRAIN & BODY CHIROPRACTIC, THE WELLNESS WAY Chiropractic Services, Food Allergy Testing & More 10% Off All Services 941-702-0553

YOGA THE YOGA BARRE LAKEWOOD RANCH Preferred pricing at 10% off using the code AZARIO10 on their website. lwryogabarre.com

CONCIERGE SERVICES CARVER CONCIERGE SERVICES Free consultation & 10% off 1st month.

813-546-4070 carverconcierge.com

To see full details on all Esplanade Exclusive Concierge Offerings, please visit esplanadeazariolifestyle.com/concierge.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Recent Events In case you missed some of the events, here is a look back at our fun the last few months!

Peace, Love & Esplanade

SIGNATURE EVENT On February 5, Members had a groovy time dancing to a live band, and enjoying festival style food, drinks and fun sweet treats!

Cooking & Cocktail

International

We were delighted to indulge in ceviche and pisco Sours at our first installment of the Esplanade Cooking & Cocktail Series! It was a deliciously educational evening as Members enjoyed sampling the dish and cocktail and received a recipe to try at home.

Ladies of Azario gathered for a celebration of International Women’s Day at Sirius Day Spa’s Lakewood Ranch location. The pampering and prosecco were plentiful at the spa and we are so pleased some of our ladies indulged in self-care services to enhance their wellness!

CULINARY SERIES

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WOMEN’S DAY

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Recent Events St. Paddys ‘ Party

Dinks &

Members gathered to celebrate St. Paddy’s on the green beach with a Polo Match! Under a private tent complete with catering and festive décor, a grand time was had by all! We even received a personal demonstration by Sarasota Polo!

Dinks and Drinks, our first Pickleball social, was a blast! Members socialized and enjoyed a friendly match for those that chose to play.

The winning team received pickleball paddle bags as their prize!

& POLO MATCH

DRINKS

Prom Night, Forever Young

SIGNATURE EVENT

Our Second Signature Event for this year, Prom Night, Forever Young, was a huge success! Members danced to a rad DJ and enjoyed our delicious spiked punch, munched on sweet treats from nostalgic and classic candy brands, and signed the all-important yearbook. We even crowned a king and queen of positivity!

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A LOOK AHEAD

Upcoming Events Keep an eye on weekly Lifestyle emails for more fun and enriching events! All activities and events are subject to change. Visit esplanadeazariolifestyle.com to see the most up-to-date information.

SUNSET SIPS Mondays, May 16 & June 20 | 7 - 8 p.m.

May: Resort Pool on Montello Way | June: Sales Gallery Lanai May’s Sunset Sips will be held at the Resort Pool on Montello Way. Members may bring their own barbecue entrees and beverages for this fun potluck BBQ style Sunset Sips! Our Sunset Sips in June will be at the regular location. Registration is required and space is limited.

YAPPY HOUR WINE & WAGS Wednesday May 25 | 4:30 - 5 p.m.

Bark Park Celebrate National Wine Day with your furry friends! Bring your pups out for treats and fun. Bring your favorite wine or other beverage!

HURRICANE SEMINAR FRESH CATCH SEAFOOD COMPANY Every Thursday | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Golf Pro Shoppe Fresh Catch Seafood Company is here each week offering wild caught, Florida sourced, fresh seafood to take home and prepare.

They also have several premade dishes, dips, and meals to enjoy with your friends and family, so stop by and make dinner easy.

CINCO DE MAYO MINGLER Thursday, May 5 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Sales Gallery Lanai Enjoy social time complete with chips, salsa, guac, queso and some yummy margarita punch! Members are invited to bring their own spirited beverages to add to the punch. Registration by April 27 at 5 p.m. and minimum participation of 10 is required to hold this event.

MUFFINS FOR MOM Friday, May 6 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sales Gallery Stop by our Sales Gallery between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Friday to pick up your yummy muffin to show our appreciation for all the Moms of Azario, whether that be to human or fur babies! Registration by April 29 at 5 p.m. is required for you to be able to pick up your treat.

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Thursday, June 2 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Zoom Join Steve Litschauer, FPEM, FII Chief of Emergency Management for Manatee County for a Hurricane preparedness seminar and Q & A. The meeting will be recorded and added to your Member website, you will be notified via email when the link is live for you to view.

ALL ABOARD SUMMER POOL PARTY Saturday, June 4 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Resort Pool on Montello Way All aboard our land cruise into summer! Join fellow Members at your Resort Pool on Montello for a cruise on land featuring some fun surprises from our friends at Celebrity Cruise Lines. Registration is required and space is limited. Register on your Member website.

A LOOK AHEAD

Upcoming Events Keep an eye on weekly Lifestyle emails for more fun and enriching events! All activities and events are subject to change. Visit esplanadeazariolifestyle.com to see the most up-to-date information.

LEBARGE SUNSET CRUISE FOR WORLD OCEAN DAY Wednesday, June 8 | 7 - 9 p.m. | $50 Per Person LeBarge Tropical Cruises | Boarding Time 6:30 p.m.

What better way to recognize the beauty of our oceans on World Ocean Day than to gather with fellow Members and enjoy a beautiful Sunset Cruise on the Gulf of Mexico! Our sunset cruise will depart promptly at 7 p.m. For your $50 ticket you will enjoy entertainment, light appetizers and stunning views! A cash bar will also be available for your enjoyment and no outside food or beverages are permitted aboard the cruise. LeBarge Tropical Cruises is located at #2 Marina Plaza, downtown Sarasota at the south end of Marina Plaza.

SOCIAL MEDIA DAY CULINARY PHOTO

DONUTS FOR DAD

Photos Due by June 23 for a June 30 Post Official Esplanade Azario Lifestyle Facebook Page

Friday, June 17 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sales Gallery Stop by our Sales Gallery between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Friday to pick up your donut to show our appreciation for all the Dads of Azario, whether that be to human or fur babies! Registration by June 8 at 5 p.m. is required for you to be able to pick up your treat. Happy Father’s Day!

Are you proud of your cooking or someone else’s? Do you have a favorite dish at a local restaurant? Show off your cell phone photo skills and get creative for this fun culinary photo event! Simply snap a photo of your dish and email to your Lifestyle team for us to post on our official Facebook page on June 30. Bon appetite!

Monthly Member Meetings

ESPLANADE 101 TRIVIA

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

COFFEE & CONVERSATION

Mondays, May 9 & June 13 6 - 7 p.m. | Sales Gallery

Thursdays, May 19 & June 16 10 a.m. | Zoom

Tuesdays, May 31 & June 28 9 - 10 a.m. | Sales Gallery

Join us for new homeowner orientation with the Lifestyle Manager and Community Association Manager as we introduce you to everything Esplanade. Come with questions!

Join your Community Association Manager for the most current updates about your community. Meetings will be held in person and via Zoom.

Join your Lifestyle Manager for coffee and conversation, as we discuss the latest and greatest Lifestyle news in a relaxed and social atmosphere.

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GET INVOLVED

Interest Groups & Social Clubs Doing more of what makes us happy is called the key to life by many. Share your passion and take the first step by attending or creating a club/group today.

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eet fellow Members with similar interests by creating or joining an interest group or club! Any Member wishing to develop an interest group or club should contact the Lifestyle Manager to receive information and an application. The Lifestyle Manager will then help to facilitate promotion of activities developed by the Members. Depending on the group size and activity, the Sales Gallery may be a suitable space for your gatherings. Contact your Lifestyle Manager, Jennifer Robb at JRobb@Evergreen-LM.com, for help in coordinating the appropriate space for your club.

Current Groups & Clubs 5K RUNNING CLUB (NEW!)

Weekly Meet fellow Members and run a 5K route every week. Build motivation, create friendships and receive support for your healthy habits! Join this social outlet for both new and experienced runners by contacting Bridget (bridgetbcurtin@gmail.com or 703965-4199), or Tim (timfcurtin@gmail.com or 703-939-1669.)

BUNCO CLUB

Third Thursday | 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Sales Gallery Contact Daral Perz for more information at darlaperz@outlook.com or 412-400-5790.

COUPLES BRIDGE CLUB

Select Friday Evenings | 7 - 9 p.m.

Sales Gallery For more information about the club, contact Lizanne Snyder at lizannesnyder@gmail. com or 908-279-5767.

CREATIVE ARTS CLUB

Third Tuesday | Locations & Times Vary Contact Nancy Borchers at 513-379-2747 or nancy.borchers@gmail.com for more information, as pre-registration and payment for some events are required.

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GARDEN CLUB

For the love of the pollinators!

If you have an interest in leading our Azario Garden Club full time, we would love to hear from you! Please contact your Lifestyle Manager Jen Robb at JRobb@Evergreen-LM. com, if you are interested in leading.

LADIES LUNCH BUNCH & DINNER DIVAS

First Wednesday Ladies gather to dine on the town. Check Member calendar for details.

MAH-JONGG CLUB

Fourth Tuesday | 1 - 4 p.m.

Sales Gallery Community Room Barbara Ferraro: gasperbarb@aol.com

MEN’S HAPPY HOUR

Second Sunday (changes based on holidays) | 4 p.m. | Truman’s Tap & Grill

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

First Tuesday | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Sales Gallery Contact Steven Wolfson for more info at vonwolf.sw@gmail.com or 516-317-4808.

PICKLEBALL CLUB

Open - Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 6 p.m.

Open - Tuesdays & Fridays | 9 a.m.

Darla Perz:412-400-5790 or darlaperz@ outlook.com or Massood Kheradmand: masoodk@gmci.com

SINGLES CLUB (NEW!)

Would you like to connect with other single Members? Contact Karen Hernandez for more information at karenhernandez@ verizon.net or 516-655-9898

TENNIS CLUB

We are currently in search of a ladies’ tennis club leader.

Men's - Thursdays at 6 p.m. | Randy Pulliam: randypulliam7@gmail.com

WALKING CLUB MIXED 9 & WINE

Date Varies We are looking for a Member to run 9 and Wine as a club! Join fellow Members for 9 holes of golf and dinner or drinks after.

Weekdays | 8 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Members meet to walk for wellness, meeting in the traffic circle near the Esplanade entrance. Contact Janet Brower for more information at 484-437-6685 or jbrower1023@gmail.com

FITNESS / SPA

Aqua Fitness Classes AQUA FITNESS Weekly Offerings | Times Vary Resort Pool on Montello Way Get fit in your Resort pool with Aqua Fitness at Azario! Members are invited to schedule and complete payment for Aqua Fitness programming on the Mindbody app. Check your Member website for more information and the instructor’s bio.

WATER WARRIOR Weekly Offerings | Times Vary Resort Pool on Montello Way This all levels, high energy, challenging water fitness class that will focus on cardiovascular endurance and muscular endurance while toning muscles with the natural resistance of the water. Show your inner warrior in this deep-water class and feel your body burning and getting toned without harsh force or impact on your joints!

ONLINE FITNESS COACHING Online by Appointment

AQUA-FIT Weekly Offerings | Times Vary Resort Pool on Montello Way This all-levels aqua boot camp class combines core strengthening, muscle toning, flexibility and cardio exercises. This class innovatively uses the unique buoyancy, resistance, and movement of water. The ability to swim is recommended but can include non-swimmer and other aquatic exercisers.

We meet you where you are! Workouts that work for you, whenever and wherever you are, with individualized programs created by one of our elite Personal Trainers. Receive guidance on programming and stay accountable with weekly check-ins on a platform that is convenient for you, whether virtual, email, phone or text. Connect with the same trainer all year and adjust your program as you achieve your goals and continue your wellness journey! Enjoy a challenge made just for you with a virtual personal training appointment.

Safe Sunscreen Soiree’ Thursday, May 26 | 5 - 6 p.m.

Resort Pool on Montello Way With the summer months nearly here, it is important to protect your skin with sunscreen that is safe for both you and your beautiful Florida home!

Enjoy light refreshments, music and meet our representative from Stream to Sea, a reef and human safe sunscreen. Note the benefits of sunscreen below and join us for a fun and informative evening!

1. Protect Against Premature Aging: Overexposure to sunlight can increase the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

2. Reduces Risk of Cancer: Sunscreen is very effective in reducing the risk of developing a variety of skin cancers, especially melanoma.

3. Healthy Skin Overall: Essential proteins in the skin like keratin are protected when sunscreen is applied.

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WELLNESS

Global Wellness Challenge Day Sunday, June 12 This challenge is designed to help you adopt a wellness first mindset with these easy-toremember steps!

Walk for an hour, drink more water, avoid plastic bottles, eat healthful foods, do a good deed, have a family dinner with your loved ones or fall asleep prior to 10 p.m.

REMEMBER: You do not have to add these steps to your routine all at once. Start with small changes to your routine and incorporate wellness into your overall lifestyle!

Upcoming Wellness Events BETTER BACK LOUNGE & LEARN

NATIONAL BIKE MONTH BIKE RIDE

Wednesday, May 11 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Sales Gallery

Friday, May 6 | 10 - 11 a.m.

In honor of National Correct Posture Month, you are invited to a Lounge & Learn! We have invited Chiropractor, Drs Connor and Rachel with The Wellness Way to talk to our Members about the benefit of stretching to increase back mobility and strength. Light refreshments will be provided and Members are invited to bring their own beverages. Registration by May 4 at 5 p.m. and a minimum participation of 10 is required to hold this event.

Join fellow Members for a self-guided bike ride on the Legacy Trail.

What better way to celebrate the month and your wellness than to gather with fellow Members for a group bike ride in the great outdoors. Details to come via email leading up to the event.

ONSPOT DERMATOLOGY Saturday, May 14

By Appointment OnSpot Dermatology Bus will be here to promote your wellness and aesthetics! Location will be Pro Shoppe parking lot behind sports courts. Appointments are required, book online and view services at onspotdermatology.com/azario or call 941-444-0011 for questions and appointments.

ONE BLOOD COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Wednesday, June 15 | 9 am. - 4 p.m.

Golf Pro Shoppe Parking Lot We are pleased to welcome OneBlood to Esplanade at Azario!

All Members are invited to give the gift of life by donating blood.

Appointments are encouraged and may be made on OneBlood’s website by selecting the Esplanade at Azario community and date, and choosing a time that works conveniently for your schedule. To make an appointment, log on to oneblood.org/donate-now and use the sponsor code 67619.

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ESPLANADE CONNECT / COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP

The Bradenton Dream Center Contributed by Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch Members Laura & Blake Lacher

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y husband, Blake, daughter, Britni and I volunteer at The Dream Center in Bradenton. We built our new home in the Esplanade at Azario neighborhood and eagerly looked for ways to serve our new community. We found the The Dream Center, which provides a safe place for school aged kids from low-income families to come after school and receive a hot meal, homework help, outdoor playtime and attention from volunteers. If you would like to learn more about this organization, you may visit their official website at thebradentondreamcenter.org.

Florida Panthers From the National Wildlife Federation

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lorida panthers are a subspecies of the mountain lion. They are large, tan cats— their bodies are mainly covered in tawny-beige fur, except for the whitish-gray belly and chest. Black markings decorate the tip of the tail, ears, and around the snout. Florida panthers have a crooked tail and a unique patch of fur on the back. Florida panthers are about six to seven feet long, with males growing bigger than females.

The historic range of the Florida panther is the southeastern U.S. Today the only place they roam is the southwestern tip of Florida. They utilize a diversity of warm climate habitat, living in wetlands, swamps, upland forests, and stands of saw palmetto. Florida panthers are carnivores. They are skilled at hunting white-tailed deer, feral hogs, raccoons, and other medium-sized mammals and reptiles. Florida panthers also stalk birds.

At birth, the kittens are born covered in dark spots, which help camouflage them under forest debris. The kittens are vulnerable to predators, especially right after birth when they are blind. As they develop, the spots fade away. The kittens stay with their mother for about a year and a half before they leave to form their own territories. Florida panthers live about 12 years in the wild, but with such a small population of them left, they are very susceptible to disease, genetic disorders, and car accidents.

Today there are only 120-130 Florida panthers left in the wild. The subspecies is so critically endangered that it is vulnerable to just about every major threat. In addition, construction causes habitat loss, and roads and highways pose a danger to panthers attempting to cross. The cats are also faced with mercury pollution and diseases such as feline leukemia. A general fear and misunderstanding of Florida panthers prevents reintroductions to new areas. Learn more at nwf.org.

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