LIFESTYLE

A note on what's coming up
Meet Chris McDonald
Diabetic Health
It’s a Wonderful Lifestyle
Furry Friends: Sophie
Around Town Back
Exclusive offerings, just for you
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Envoy by Esplanade
Fall in Love with Wellness Expo
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Recent Event Recaps
12 Days of Fitness GET INVOLVED
Groups &
Fall
Conrad Tidswell, General Manager 941-253-2901
CTidswell@Evergreen-LM.com
Doug Walkowiak, Community Association Manager, 941-500-3784
DWalkowiak@Evergreen-LM.com
Jennifer Robb, Lifestyle Manager 941-253-2912
JRobb@Evergreen-LM.com
Chris McDonald, Food & Beverage Manager, 941-253-2922
CMcDonald@Evergreen-LM.com
Ashley Tuohy, Assistant Community Association Manager, 941-253-2922
ATuohy@Evergreen-LM.com
Wayne Walden, Head Court Sports Teaching Professional, 941-253-2901
WWalden@Evergreen-LM.com
Jamie West, PGA, Director of Golf 941-253-2909
JWest@EsplanadeAzarioClub.com
Mike Tuohy, PGA, Head Golf Pro 941-253-2911
MTuohy@EsplanadeAzarioClub.com
Sales Gallery Hours Sun, 12 - 5 p.m. Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Bradley Anderson: 941-302-8112
BSanderson@TaylorMorrison.com
Danielle Adams: 941-961-8087
DAAdams@TaylorMorrison.com
Rhonda Fleming-Hill: 941-773-0212
RFleming-Hill@TaylorMorrison.com
Maria Amundson: 941-462-5871
MAmundson@TaylorMorrison.com
Melanie Byrnes: 941-773-4109
MByrnes@TaylorMorrison.com
Elizabeth Sherwood: 949-400-6677
ESherwood@TaylorMorrison.com
Rod Mesplay: 863-266-7769
RMesplay@TaylorMorrison.com
Esplanade@Evergreen-LM.com
EsplanadeAzarioLifestyle.com 866-325-0703
Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The Holiday Season is for family, friends and fun, so your dedicated team has a full calendar of entertaining and festive events sure to keep you in the holiday spirit! In case you may have missed some of our events this fall, in September we hosted our second edition of Grillin’ & Chillin’ (part of our Cooking & Cocktails Series), with another sold-out event! Later that month, we announced our amazing Envoy Members and hosted a Living with Alligators Seminar.
October started off with Pickled Pink, our Pickleball Tournament for a Cause. We raised money to support a local charity and those fighting breast cancer. Later in the month, we had a scary good time with our always popular Howl-O-Ween Parade the Pups and the new addition of our Hauntingly Fun House.
Our Euchre Club is off to a fantastic start and the Azario Readers Club also had their first meeting. The Men’s Happy Hour has a new club leader! Check out page 14 for more information. We began hosting our Esplanade 101 meetings with limited in person seating and on Zoom, so no one misses the meeting! Take a peek at your Member calendar and plan for some of our thoughtfully curated events designed to help you celebrate your Lifestyle!
With the business of the holidays, remember to take time for self-care and wellness. Join us for our Fall in Love with Wellness event featuring sample fitness classes, many concierge partner vendors, spa partner vendors and more! Mark your calendars for our final Signature Event of the year, It’s A Wonderful Lifestyle! Join with other Esplanade Members and celebrate the spirit of the season at this joyful event. From the ever-popular Friendsgiving to the Hot Chocolate Happy Hour with Santa, we have many delights awaiting you!
Monthly Member meetings are held each month by your dedicated team, so that you can get the very most out of the Esplanade Lifestyle here at Azario. Esplanade 101, sharing all the keys to the Esplanade Lifestyle, Neighborhood News, a community update with your CAM, and last but definitely not least, Coffee & Conversation with your Lifestyle Manager, plus sometimes special guests to discuss upcoming programming, brainstorm ideas and enjoy breakfast on us! Your Lifestyle Team wishes you a fun, festive and healthy Holiday Season!
Chris McDonald is a lifelong restaurateur that moved to Lakewood Ranch a little over three years ago from Kansas City. Chris worked for Brinker International for 18 years where he was a General Manager for 10 years and an Area Director for eight years with the responsibility for 130 restaurants. After he left Brinker, Chris, along with his partners, became Franchisees of Blaze Pizza. They owned six restaurants between Kansas City and St. Louis. After selling his restaurants, Chris and his family moved to Florida to enjoy sunshine, palm trees and the beach!
Chris’ wife Bernadette is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner at Lakewood Ranch Hospital. Abigail is their only child and is a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School. They are big dog lovers and have a miniature Golden Doodle, Lilli, and a Shih Tzu Pekingese mix, Cabo. They enjoy staying active outdoors and going to the beach and playing on their Seadoos. Chris and Bernadette love to play pickleball and can often be found on the courts four to five days a week. They are passionate Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fans, as well as big supporters of the Kansas University Jayhawks! Kansas City BBQ is the food they love the most and miss having, but Chris gives it a try with his Big Green Egg smoker.
Chris has worked at three other Esplanade properties. He helped open the Culinary Center at the Golf & Country Club in Lakewood Ranch as well as Naples. He recently was the Food & Beverage Manager at Palmer Ranch. While at Palmer Ranch, Chris was part of the team that recorded record sales the last few months. He is excited to bring the knowledge from the other Esplanade communities, along with his previous experience, and serve great food and drink in an amazing atmosphere with top notch service. Chris is passionate about building a team that works hard, plays hard and has fun. He takes great pride in seeing the smiles on his guests faces when they’ve had a great experience, and excited to bring that here!
November is American Diabetes Month. The CDC estimates that over 37 million people in the U.S. have diabetes and 96 million people aged 18 years or older have prediabetes (26 million of those people are 65+). Persons with prediabetes are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. However, type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed through a structured lifestyle change program that promotes weight loss, healthy eating, and increased physical activity. Making a few changes in your lifestyle now may help you avoid the serious health complications of diabetes in the future, such as nerve, kidney and heart damage. It’s never too late to start. Did you know one of the best ways to decrease your risk of diabetes is walking? Spending 30 minutes of brisk walking, five times each week is a great way to increase your physical activity. You can even break the 30 minutes down into 10-minute sessions three times a day.
Saturday, December 3 6 - 9 p.m.
Benderson Park Finish Tower
Toast to the wonderful life at Esplanade. Come celebrate the season with friends and neighbors for several levels of wonder sure to surprise and delight!
What breed/type is your pet and how old? Sophie is a 7-year-old Border Collie.
What are her most unique qualities or something funny she does? The most unique thing about Sophie is that she is an undefeated show dog. She was attacked and almost died and is no longer dog friendly. We have had five Border Collies and the breeder gave her to us as she knew we would know how to handle her. Sophie was kept in a crate and put on a treadmill for two miles a day for exercise after the attack. She has not seen the inside of a crate, sleeps in our bed and walks five miles daily with me since she was given to us two years ago.
When you travel, does she go or do you have a favorite caretaker? If Sophie can’t go, we have someone stay at the house with her.
What is something naughty that your pet is always doing? Sophie will grab food off the table if you aren’t careful!
What is her favorite treat and how do you celebrate her birthday? Anything she can eat, including bananas, blueberries and lettuce! We have a birthday party and she gets a place at the table!
November 11 - 14
Siesta Key Beach | 948 Beach Road
24 artists converge on Siesta Key to compete in an amazing Master Sand Sculpting competition. The sculptors create a large community carve, 8 solo sculptures and 8 team sculptures. On Saturday, enjoy the sculptures under colored lights after sunset. The timed competition is judged and the winners are revealed on Sunday afternoon. Visit siestakeycrystalclassic.com for details.
November 12 - 13 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
If you’re planning a trip to Sarasota, you can’t miss this event! St. Armand’s Circle will once again come alive with gallery-style booths filled with every medium of fine art during the festival. For more information, visit starmandscircleassoc.com
December 3 - January 4
St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
The Circle magically comes to life with light, grace, and elegance. This is St. Armands official kick off to the Holiday Season. For more information, visit starmandscircleassoc.com.
BRAIN & BODY CHIROPRACTIC, THE WELLNESS WAY Food Allergy Testing & More 10% Off All Services 941-702-0553
CASTNER & CASTNER FURNITURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN Dena James, 941-795-1297 djames@castnerandcastner.com castnerandcastner.net
ZINGA’S
Blinds, Shutters, Shades, Outdoor Screen Shades and Awnings. 20% off your minimum purchase of $2,500. Kathy Foddrill: 941-254-6514 kathyfoddrill@zingashome.com
TRANSPORTATION
Preferred pricing for local transport. Sarasota Airport: $55 Tampa Airport: $135 770-883-4641 banks13@aol.com
JAX CAR WASH Complimentary car wash (one per person) and 10% off detailing services. 941-746-9274 jaxkarwashfl.com/freebestwash CONCIERGE SERVICES
CARVER CONCIERGE SERVICES Free consultation & 10% off 1st month. 813-546-4070 carverconcierge.com
FOOD
TWO CHEFS ON HILLVIEW Specialty Food Shop 10% off on orders over $40. 941-210-3535 twochefsonhillview.com
K9 REVIVE All-Natural Dog Supplements 10% off using the code AZARIO10. k9revive.com
BAYSIDE PET RESORT 10% off services. 941-755-3047 baysidepetresort.com
LUXURY PET SPA Mobile Pet Grooming 10% off services. Contact Stanley: 941-330-3414
AMERICAN LIGHTSCAPES 10% off the entire project. Jonathan Torres: 941-205-0808 jonathan@americanlightscapes.com americanlightscapes.com
STOP SLIP SOLUTIONS INC. 10% off surfaces safer to walk on. Mary Ann Hollander: 941-600-8031 stopslipsolutionsinc@gmail.com stopslipsolutionsinc.com
VIP HANDYMAN SERVICES Electronic & internet-based services 941-893-7131 vip.handyman@kleedoc.com
HEATHER ROEMBKE Your Personal Travel Advisor hroembke@gosmart.travel gosmart.travel
VANHUNKS BOARDING 10% off a full price board or boat. Tyrone: 941-218-9095 or tyrone@vanhunksboarding.com vanhunksboarding.com
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REGENCY COCONUT POINT, BONITA SPRINGS
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visit esplanadeazariolifestyle.com/concierge.
We are thrilled with the interest we received in our Envoy by Esplanade program that was recently introduced! The application process for our inaugural program is complete, and we are pleased to announce your first Esplanade Envoys.
With Envoy by Esplanade, current Members who are most passionate about the Esplanade Lifestyle will have the opportunity to introduce prospective homeowners and new Members to the world of events, social clubs, concierge experiences, and the advantages of living in an Esplanade community. During their one-year volunteer term, Envoys will help prospective homeowners and new Members identify the activities they may enjoy based on their own experiences with the Lifestyle programming that is offered.
Each of these Members above (Steve, Kris, Felix, Myles, Kim and John) displays a passion for the Esplanade Lifestyle, enthusiastically participating in events, social clubs, concierge experiences, and all that the Esplanade Resort Lifestyle has to offer. They are eager to welcome our newest Members and prospective homeowners with open arms. We appreciate your willingness to volunteer on behalf of your community and we would like to thank all those who applied. If you were not chosen for this term, we encourage you to apply for future opportunities!
At Esplanade, our approach to wellness is multi-faceted and designed to create a holistic experience for our Members and guests. It is in this spirit that we are pleased to invite you to our 1st annual health and wellness expo: Fall in Love with Wellness.
Within this market-like event, you will have the opportunity to meet a variety of health and wellness providers in the area and connect with other partners including some of our concierge partners and fellow Members involved in the Lifestyle at Azario! The Azario team is eager to share more about your upcoming Wellness Center and your current Court Sports offerings. Enjoy 30-minute sample wellness classes, providing you a sneak peek of the exciting wellness programming that is to come!
Esplanade offers both all-ages and 55+ communities. For our Age-Qualified Communities only (not applicable to Esplanade’s All-Ages Communities): At least one resident of house hold must be 55 or older, and additional restrictions apply. Some residents may be younger than 55 in limited circumstances. For minimum age requirements for permanent residents in a specific community, please see Taylor Morrison Community Sales Manager for complete details. All information (including, but not limited to amenities, programs, and community development plans) is not guaranteed and remains subject to change, or delay without notice. Photos are for illustration only. Activities, venues and events listed are for informational purposes only without guarantee and subject to change outside of Taylor Morrison’s control. Special events, clubs, classes and trips may be for residents only, while other events invite prospective homeowners as our guest to experience the Resort Lifestyle. Participation subject to reservations and space availability. Community Association and additional fees may apply for certain activities and events for residents and/or guests. Community’s Lifestyle Manager reserves the right without notice to reschedule, modify or cancel events due to enrollment levels and/or other circumstances beyond its control (e.g., inclement weather). If you have additional questions, please contact your Lifestyle Manager. For prospective buyers: This is not an offering in any state where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law. © 2022, Taylor Morrison of Florida, Inc. All rights reserved.
In case you missed some of the events, here is a look back at our fun the last few months!
Azario MAC DOWN
Members got “cheesy” on July 22 with this friendly culinary contest! The winner walked away with a “cheesy” prize!
Members gathered at the local Florida Studio Theater to enjoy New York State of Mind, All the Hits of Billy Joel on August 26! Socializing was abundant prior to the show’s start as Members visited the bar and enjoyed tons of togetherness!
Before sunrise on August 20, your GM and Head of Golf were cooking up some fun with your Lifestyle Manager! We served up a flap jack frenzy to some hungry golfers before they took to the greens!
Members enjoyed golf tournament fun on September 5 and then a delicious BBQ style lunch prepared by our own Chris McDonald!
Back for round two, Patrick and Chris delighted our Members and guests with this fantastic culinary learning experience on September 9. Steaks cooked both on the grill and cast iron, corn and black bean salad, refreshing sangria and a delicious smoked Old Fashioned were enjoyed by all!
Members relaxed before turning in for the night with a special Wine Down Wednesday Pose and Pour yoga class in honor of National Yoga Month on September 21.
Many gathered at several different Member-run clubs and interest groups, both on and off site. Clubs are thriving here at Azario!
The comfort was abundant at our Pot Pie Bake-Off and Tasting on September 23. Members baked their own amazing pies and Lifestyle provided some unique and traditional pies for tasting. Our winner took home a fabulous prize basket sure to delight all from our concierge partner, Two Chefs on Hillview!
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.
Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 24
Starts Early | Azario Lakewood Ranch Golf Course
Join fellow Members for an early game of golf on Thanksgiving Day! Contact your Pro Shoppe to register and for more information.
Thursday, December 8 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Sales Gallery Lanai
Tuesdays, November 8 & December 6 | 4:30 - 5 p.m.
Sales Gallery Lanai
Join fellow furry friends and their Members at the Bark Park for Puppaccinos! December’s Yappy Hour will be dog gone adorably holiday themed! Advanced registration is required.
Mondays, November 14 & December 19 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Sales Gallery Lanai
Come join fellow Members and view the best sunset views in Lakewood Ranch! Members are welcome to bring their own beverages to enjoy. December’s Sunset Sips will feature a fun Ugly Sweater contest! Registration is required and space is limited for this popular event.
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.
Thursday, November 17 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Sales Gallery Lanai
Join fellow Members for a good old-fashioned potluck, Friendsgiving style! Details on registration will be sent via email. Advanced registration is required, and space is limited.
Join fellow Members and enjoy some brownie delights as you socialize! Have a fantastic recipe and want to share? Email your Lifestyle Manager if you’d like to bring your amazing treats! Members are welcome to bring their own spirited or non-spirited beverages to enjoy for this evening’s event.
Monday, December 12
Official Facebook Page: facebook.com/EsplanadeatAzarioLifestyle
December 12 is U.S. Gingerbread House Day and in recognition of that, we are holding a photo contest on our Facebook page! To participate, send your Lifestyle Manager a picture of your sweet structure by December 9 at 12 p.m. to participate in the contest. Members will be able to vote all weekend on your images and results will be posted on December 12.
Each Night of Hanukkah | December 18 - 26 | 5:30 - 6 p.m.
Sales Gallery Front Conference Room
Join fellow Members and light our battery-operated Menorah. This event is on your own and not hosted by your Lifestyle Team.
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.
Saturday, December 10 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sales Gallery Lanai
Join fellow Members and have a visit with Santa! This Santa event will be for our human Members to enjoy this year. Come by and visit Santa and enjoy some hot cocoa and treats! This event is open to Members of all ages, Members under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event. Advanced registration is required and space is limited.
Tuesdays, Nov 15 & Dec 13 | 10 - 11 a.m. Zoom & Sales Gallery (Limited Seating)
Join us for new homeowner orientation with the Lifestyle Manager and Community Association Manager as we introduce you to everything Esplanade. Come with questions!
Thursdays, November 17 & December 15 10 a.m. | Zoom
Join your Community Association Manager for the most current updates about your community. Meetings will be held in person and via Zoom.
Tuesdays, November 29 & December 27 9 - 10 a.m. | Sales Gallery
Join your Lifestyle Manager for coffee and conversation, as we discuss the latest and greatest Lifestyle news in a relaxed and social atmosphere.
Don’t let the holiday hustle interfere with your workout routine. Have fun with your fitness by performing one speedy, total body strength training exercise each day. The best gift that you can give yourself is living your best life and focusing on your wellness.
Join us as we celebrate the 12 Days of Fitness with 12 exercises per workout from Thursday, December 1 to Monday, December 12 Watch your emails for details on the specific workouts!
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.
Meet 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.
Run a 5K route each week. Build motivation, create friendships and receive support for healthy habits! New and experienced runners. Contact Bridget at bridgetbcurtin@ gmail.com or 703-965-4199, or Tim at timfcurtin@gmail.com or 703-939-1669.
Plans are still in the works for times and locations. Contact Tom Buchanan at twbuch1982@hotmail.com or 941-9150243 or John Coliton at 815-409-5665.
Third Thursday | 6:30 - 8 p.m. Sales Gallery
Contact Daral Perz for more information at darlaperz@outlook.com or 412-400-5790.
Select Friday Evenings | 7 - 9 p.m.
Sales Gallery
Contact Lizanne Snyder at lizannesnyder@ gmail.com or 908-279-5767.
Third Tuesday | Locations & Times Vary
Contact Nancy Borchers at 513-3792747 or nancy.borchers@gmail.com for more information, as pre-registration and payment for some events are required.
This club is for those familiar with the rules and know how to play. Contact Steve Barr at 248-535-4838 or stevebarr32@gmail. com to receive up-to-date club meeting info.
If you have an interest in leading this club, contact your Lifestyle Manager.
First Wednesday | Check Member Calendar
Ladies gather to dine out on the town.
Fourth Tuesday | 1 - 4 p.m.
Sales Gallery Community Room
Contact Barbara Ferraro at gasperbarb@ aol.com for more information.
Second Sunday
(Day Can Change Based on Holidays)
4 p.m. | Truman’s Tap & Grill
Contact John Markiewicz at 847-951-1948 or chitowngolfer18@comcast.net.
Date Varies
9 holes of golf and dinner or drinks after. Looking for a Member to run this as a 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.
Tuesdays & Fridays | 9am
Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 6 pm
Contact Massood Kheradmand at masoodk@ gmci.com or 859-509-3993 or Darla Perz at 412-400-5790 or darlaperz@outlook.com for more information.
Would you like to connect with other single Members? Contact Karen Hernandez for more information at azariosingles@gmail. com or 516-655-9898.
Ladies - We are currently in search of a ladies’ tennis club leader.
Men's - Thursdays at 6 p.m. | Randy Pulliam: randypulliam7@gmail.com
Weekdays | 8 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Members 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.
Saturday, November 12 | 1 - 2 p.m. (Azario Members Only)
2 - 4 p.m. (Welcoming Other Communities)
Lincoln & Beacon Sales Models in Azario | $12.50 Per Person
Join us for an Esplanade exclusive wine tasting experience as we indulge in wines from a variety of portfolios. Cheese, charcuterie, and bottled water will be included to complement your tasting experience. At the conclusion, Members will be able to order the included wines at cost plus tax and a 15% service fee. Check your Member website for how to register and other important details.
Days & Times TBD
Various Locations
Join our new Chef for some pop-up tastings to sample some of what the Bahama Bar will have to offer! Watch your emails and Member website event calendar for details coming soon!
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