Esplanade Lifestyle - Wiregrass | May/Jun 2023

LIFESTYLE

PROPERTY

Corrin Godlevske, Resort Manager

Corrin.Godlevske@TeamEsplanade.com

SERVICE

EsplanadeWiregrassLifestyle.com 800-720-0028 Hours: Mon-Fri, 8

TAYLOR MORRISON SALES

Cheryl Steers

Community Sales Manager 813-240-0553

CSteers@TaylorMorrison.com

Xiomara Romanov

Community Sales Manager 813-685-3399

XRomanov@TaylorMorrison.com

Brianna Pyles

Community Sales Manager

BPyles@TaylorMorrison.com

Christina Brice

Community Sales Manager

Letter From the Lifestyle Team

CAROLINE ROEBER YOUR LIFESTYLE MANAGER

Summer is on the Way!

Let’s embrace the sunshine and all of its Vitamin D healing properties as we lift our spirits in the sun! Toast to warm weather with the opening of our Toasted Café and gather and enjoy their fresh smoothies by the pool.

In May, come enjoy some more lively events, including our next Signature Event, Esplanade in Color, on Saturday, May 20 at 8 p.m. Check out our online calendar of events on the Lifestyle website and be sure to sign up to attend.

Our gorgeous community continues to grow! The Lifestyle program is tailored to your interests, so do not hesitate to reach out to us with your comments and suggestions for events in the future. We encourage all newly closed Members to join us for Esplanade 101, as it is the key to your Lifestyle here at Esplanade.

Caroline Roeber

YOUR LIFESTYLE MANAGER

Caroline comes to us with a fresh energy and a variety of ideas on how to continue to deliver an exceptional Resort experience here at Wiregrass. With over 10 years of experience in community events, we look forward to the creativity she will bring to the team.

Growing up in south Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi, Caroline loves to dabble at cooking and creating fun new cocktails, so don’t be surprised if you see southern style cuisine make an appearance at your Lifestyle events! Caroline is a proud baseball mom and is the mother to three children - Ireland, 20 years old (college junior), Leyton 17 years old (varsity baseball pitcher), and Gavin 9 years old (travel baseball player). She has been married to her husband Dana for 22 years and they share their home with their two dogs, Lilly Spring, 12 years old, and CoCo Chanel, 9 months old.

Please join us in welcoming Caroline to the team!

Furry Friends Meet Woodrow

LOVED BY EARLINE PISCITELLI

Woodrow (affectionately known as Woody) is manager of the household and humans, Erl and Gary, who obey cheerfully. Woody is a four-year old, purebred Ragdoll. Daily, he seeks out affection from his humans and loves to be combed and massaged. His favorite games are chasing his toys and running through the house.

HAVE A PET TO FEATURE?

Contact your Lifestyle Manager to be featured in the next edition. Answer a few questions, such as those below, about your furry, feathery, or scaly friend and share a couple pictures.

1. What is your pet's name, breed, age and birthday?

2. What is your pet's favorite treat and pastime?

3. Tell us one special thing about your pet?

4. Anything else you want us to know about your pet?

Don’t have a furry family of your own, but know a community Member who does? Nominate them to be the next Featured Furry Friend. Contact the Member to suggest the feature or your Lifestyle Manager to nominate anonymously.

EsplanadeIN COLOR

Saturday,May20 | 8-11p.m.

Peerthroughthekaleidoscopic lens of life in vivid color! Flashyentertainment,splashydrinksandrich flavorsaresuretomakethiseventpop!

Ed & Della Mandel

The Members of our community are truly what make this a wonderful place to live. In each edition, we will spotlight a Member, couple or family to showcase the amazing people that call our community home. If you would like to be featured or want to nominate another Member, please contact your Lifestyle Manager.

Why did you choose Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch?

Ed : Proximity to family and activities.

QDella : The nearness to an active city AND the people we met when we came down to look around. This community has world class neighbors and friends in the making. Also, our daughter living here with our three youngest grandchildren asked why we would look anywhere else when Esplanade is so close to them and is amazing.

What Lifestyle Programming are you most interested in? What are your hobbies?

AEd : My favorite Lifestyle Programs are Tennis and the Men’s Luncheon. My favorite hobbies are tennis and swimming.

Della : I love so many programs. I try to do the Ladies Luncheon and all the cooking classes. Anything to do with food is fun. I do bridge, mahjong, and bunco also. I’m trying to do more exercise classes and water aerobics. My favorite hobbies are pickleball, tennis, walking and going out to lunch. If anyone wants company at lunch, call me. I love trying new restaurants!

What is the best advice you’ve ever received or given?

Della : The best advice I was ever given was just go out and do it. No one cares what you look like or sound like. I tried my first Karaoke at Esplanade (granted I had a drink or two in my system at the time), but had a blast singing with Ed as Sonny and Cher.

Tell us something that may surprise people.

Ed: I do a New York Times Crossword puzzle every day.

Where is the most exciting place you’ve traveled to and what made it so memorable?

Ed : Galapagos Islands was the most exciting and snorkeling with the sharks and barracuda made it memorable.

Della : I have my top five: Australia, African safaris, Galapagos Islands and Macchu Picchu, China, and Canadian Rockies. In 1976, Ed and I went to Europe for our first vacation, and I became addicted to traveling. We also try to see something new in our country. We’re still trying to get to the Kentucky Derby.

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 Wiregrass Ranch, please contact your Lifestyle Manager.

THE TROON CARD

As a benefit of living in an Esplanade community, we are excited to share that current Esplanade Members receive 25% off standard Troon Card prices. Now in its 25th year, the Troon Card is the ultimate way for golfers to experience the World of Troon at the best rates. In 2023, more than 150 courses are participating in the program. Members can reserve tee times within three-days of their desired date of play and enjoy savings up to 50% off golf fees. Choose from state, region-specific, or national Troon Cards to unlock preferred rates at more than 150 golf courses worldwide. For a complete list of benefits, courses and rates, and to purchase your Troon Card today, visit www.troon.com/product/troon-card-esplanade

HOTEL RATES

Ask your Lifestyle team for more information about special discounts at area hotels.

BEAUTY

MARI’S MOBILE NAILS

Contact Mari 813-507-3967

facebook.com/marismobilenails

VENUS NAIL BAR

10% off services.

28842 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel 813-406-4000

TRANSPORTATION

AFFARI TRANSPORTATION

10% Discount

813-448-4703

affaritampa.com

DRY CLEANING

QUALITY PLUS DRY CLEANING Free Pickup & Delivery Service 727-807-3257

qpcleaners.com

PETS

PAW WASH PLUS Grooming Services

727-375-7070

K9 ADVENTURE

Dog Daycare

10% Off Regular Services

727-375-9995

k9adventurestrinity.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT

GARAGE OCD

Total garage organizing, customizing, and detailing service, as well as most handyman services, paver pressure washing, stripping and sealing.

10% Discount on All Services 813-783-4013 garageocd@outlook.com

NEXT LEVEL TRIM

Custom Woodworking and Home Improvement

5% off.

Dave Sa – Owner 813-580-0673

nextleveltrim.com

FOOD & DRINK

PRP WINE

Complimentary In-Home Wine

Tasting ($79 value) for Esplanade Members

Jason Lima: 813-621-1911 prpwine.com

BOYETTE FAMILY FARMS

10% off.

Open Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 6715 Boyette Road Wesley Chapel, 33545 813-312-5388

ACTIVITIES

KAI LANI CATAMARAN

Catamaran Cruise

Esplanade Rate: $45 per person

727-656-7894

kailanicat.com

SARAH VANDE BERG TENNIS CENTER MEMBERSHIP

No Imitation Fee, 20% Discount on All Membership Fees & 1 Free Salt Session 813-361-6660

svbtenniscenter.com

Recent Events

Esplanade MEET & GREET

Members enjoyed a variety of appetizers and desserts while learning a little about the new Lifestyle Manager Caroline.

Spring FLING

Members danced, laughed, and enjoyed the first day of spring with our Spring Fling Social.

St. Patricks Day SOCIAL

Members mixed and mingled and captured fun memories with our giant photo booth, all in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day!

Seaside Social SIGNATURE EVENT

Our first Signature Event of the year was a hit! Members enjoyed a beautiful display of culinary offerings, hula dancing, Caribbean music, steel drums, pool boat racing, and of course the gourmet popsicles!

Upcoming Events

All events and activities are subject to change. Visit esplanadewiregrasslifestyle.com to see the most up-to-date information. Don’t forget about our monthly Member meetings to learn more about community happenings!

BONSAI MAKING CLASS

Thursday, June 8 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

The Resort Venue

With a focus on care and maintenance, learn all the basics of bonsai design. Select a tree, learn how to prune, transplant, landscape with rocks, and discover what the art of bonsai is all about as you create your very own bonsai to take home. This class includes everything you need!

ESPLANADE IN COLOR SIGNATURE EVENT

Saturday, May 20 | 8 - 11 p.m.

The Resort Venue

Come enjoy our Esplanade in Color Signature Event. Wear your best and brightest colors so you will shine bright at night. Enjoy music, neon, and fun! This is going to be a night you don’t want to miss!

Monthly Member Meetings

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY - ROLL N’ CRAB

Friday, May 26 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

The Resort Venue

Enjoy a night off from cooking and take advantage of our last Food Truck Friday. Bring your favorite personal beverage and relax on the covered lanai. Can’t stay? That’s okay! Grab your food to go.

COFFEE & CONVERSATION

Tuesdays, May 2 & June 6 10 - 11 a.m. | The Resort Venue

Join your Lifestyle Manager for a relaxing and informative meeting over Zoom. Find out what’s happening on the social scene. Bring your questions and suggestions.

ESPLANADE 101

Tuesdays, May 9 & June 13 1 - 2 p.m. | The Resort Venue

New Homeowner orientation for Members who recently closed on their homes. Join your management team and find out everything you need to know about Esplanade.

Spa Grand Opening

We are excited to announce The Spa at Esplanade is OPEN! Massage Treatments include Tranquility, Therapeutic, Artisan, and Body in Balance. Did you know that you can add on features to your massage? Such as warm basalt stones, exfoliating salt scrub, and blended aromatherapy to further nourish your Mind, Body, and Spirit.

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

Tuesdays, May 9 & June 13 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | The Resort Venue

Meet with your Community Association Manager and discuss community matters. Find out what’s happening around the community.

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.

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 their Lifestyle Manager to receive information and an application. Your Lifestyle Manager will assist in coordinating when and where is available for your club or interest group to meet at the Resort Amenity. All groups and clubs must be open to any Member of the community who is interested in joining. For more information about creating a club or group, please contact your Lifestyle Manager.

1. DEVELOP

Create the name and purpose of your club or group. Review the guidelines.

2. SUBMIT APPLICATION

Let us know! The Lifestyle Team will help schedule your meeting place and time.

3. GET LISTED

Once approved, your new club will be listed on the website and in the Lifestyle Magazine.

Current Clubs & Interest Groups

ACRYLIC PAINTING

Monthly | 2 - 5 p.m. | The Venue

Gary Bernardo: oldschoolartstudio@yahoo.com

BITES WITH THE BOYS

Monthly | 11:30 a.m.

See website calendar for dates & locations.

BOOK CLUB

First Thursday | 6 p.m. | The Venue

Erl Piscitelli: ekpiscitelli@aol.com

BRIDGE CLUB

Thursday | 1 p.m. | The Venue

Della Mandel: adela.mandel24@gmail.com

BUNCO

Third Monday | 1:30 p.m. | The Venue

Tammy Barnes: tleeb507@yahoo.com

GENEALOGY CLUB

Last Wednesday | 7 p.m. | The Venue

Jane: jane@alkington.com

LADIES LUNCH BUNCH

Monthly | 11:30 a.m.

See website calendar for dates & locations.

MAHJONG

Wednesday | 1 p.m. | The Venue

Roberta Hyde: rshyde@hotmail.com

MUSICIANS GROUP

Tuesday | 8 p.m. | The Venue

Bert: hq57swim@yahoo.com

PINOCHLE

Tuesday | 1 p.m. | The Venue

Herb Hyman: herbhyman@hotmail.com

POKER NIGHT

Monthly | 6 p.m. | The Venue

See website calendar for dates.

SINGLES GROUP

Monthly | The Venue

See website calendar for dates & times. Taffi Stearman: udisstearman@gmail.com

YARN LOVERS

Monthly | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | The Venue

Leslie Urso: leslie.urso@gmail.com

Around Town

TAMPA RIVERFEST

Friday, May 5 & Saturday, May 6 201 N. Franklin Street, Tampa | thetampariverwalk.com

Riverfest is a public, two-day, free event that is held the first weekend in May each year. The festival spans the entire length of the Riverwalk including several parks and features family-friendly activities and events showcasing Tampa’s cultural institutions, local musicians and restaurants. The festival includes Taste of Riverwalk on Friday night and Riverfiesta (NEW!) on Saturday. There is also a full concert series of local bands on the main stage in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and a balloon glow at sunset both nights. Other activities include a wiener dog derby, a lantern parade, yoga and a paddle invasion.

Caring Neighbors

We are kicking off Caring Neighbors again! This community driven group is focused on giving back to organizations in our surrounding area. The month of June will focus on Feeding Tampa Bay. If you would like to join, contact your Lifestyles Manager, Caroline Roeber at Caroline.Roeber@TeamEsplanade.com for more information!

Getting Enough Sleep is Very Important

When you get the sleep that the body needs, between 7-9 hours a night, your body repairs itself the way it is supposed to. Lack of sleep can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, strokes, diabetes, and mood swings. The following are some things you can try to help you get a good night’s sleep:

» Rearrange your schedule to make time for sleep

» Limit screen time

» Have a cup of chamomile tea an hour before bed

» Limit your sugar consumption

» Make your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet

» Limit alcohol and caffeine close to bedtime

» Skip big meals at night

Getting enough sleep every night helps your body to function properly. It lowers your risk of disease, reduces stress, and improves your mood. Therefore, it is very important for you to prioritize getting enough hours of sleep every night for overall health and wellness!

2023 Group Fitness Classes

The class schedule is subject to change. A minimum of three participants is required or a class may be cancelled. Please visit esplanadewiregrasslifestyle.com to see the most up-to-date information.

AQUA-FIT

Mondays & Thursdays | 9 a.m.

This class combines core strengthening, muscle toning, flexibility, and cardio exercises. It innovatively uses unique buoyancy, resistance, and movement of water. Swimmers and non-swimmers alike are encouraged to experience a great aquatic workout.

AQUA ZUMBA

Fridays | 10 a.m.

Classic aqua aerobics with Latin flavor. You perform large muscle movements by reaching your arms and lifting your legs in the water, as well as circling your hips and shoulders. Zero impact for all levels! Focus on total-body movements, strengthening, balance, and core.

CHAIR ZUMBA

Tuesdays | 8 a.m.

A perfect combination of fun and fitness. This dynamic and exciting class keeps you moving with a variety of energetic music Zumbastyle dance for a total workout, seated or mixed with some standing.

LATIN DANCE

Fridays | 6 p.m.

Latin dance is a great way to improve your cardiovascular health because it is a high-intensity aerobic exercise made for all levels.

LIVING FIT

Fridays | 8 a.m.

Whatever it is that you like to do ... walk, run, play tennis, golf, swim, lift weights, pickleball, etc., functional fitness will help make these activities safer, so you can play and do what you love for a long time. Combining easy-to-perform strength and stretch exercises followed by a powerwalk in our community giving you the tools to move with more confidence.

POWER - FULL BODY

Mondays & Wednesdays | 6 p.m.

This class takes a full-body approach with corrective exercises to lengthen tight muscles and strengthen weaker muscles. Task your body in a different way to receive the most benefit and be more painfree every day.

LOW INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING

Mondays & Wednesdays | 8 a.m.

Low-impact cardio, strength, and flexibility to improve skills for daily living. Great for starters who are looking to get in shape and maintain strength to keep you fit for everyday life.

SIT & TRAIN

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. | Fridays at 9 a.m.

A full-body workout while seated in a chair. The class utilizes free weights, resistance bands, range of motion bars, and bodyweight exercises. All exercises are meant to increase overall strength, range of motion, flexibility, and core strength. Standing balance exercises may also be performed to accommodate all fitness levels.

TAI CHI

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6 p.m.

Tai Chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and controlled breathing. Improves both upper-body and lower-body strength while also addressing key components of fitness.

WATER WARRIOR

Mondays & Thursdays | 10 a.m.

High energy, water fitness class that will focus on cardiovascular and muscular endurance while toning with the natural resistance of water. This workout will make you feel your body burn and tone without harsh force or impact on your joints. Great for all fitness levels!

ZUMBA GOLD

Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. | Thursdays at 12 p.m.

This class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility, balance, and is perfect for anyone looking for a modified Zumba® with the moves you love at a lower intensity. Learn easy-to-follow choreography. Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong.

Classes are $10 per Member and $15 per guest. Fitness class participants are required to give 24-hour notice to cancel from the class. Participants that cancel 24 hours in advance will not be charged a fee. After two no shows/late cancels in a calendar month, you will be charged a $6 fee for each late-cancel class.

Personal Training

Get ready to reach your health and fitness goals in an exciting and fun way!

Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch offers some wonderful fitness opportunities through Group Fitness Classes, but did you know that you can also take advantage of expert personal training from your Fitness Manager, Dominic Lane?

Allowing Dominic to guide you through the correct positioning and form is invaluable. Ensure your workout and exercise plans are the most effective for your body. You’ll not only see the results you want, but avoid potential injury as well.

With weekly check-ins and evaluations, Dominic provides accountability and support. Whether you want to tone up for that upcoming special trip or looking to move more on the pickleball court, Dominic can help you formulate a plan that will help you reach your fitness goals.

All training packages are on sale and come with two complimentary sessions added to any select packages for the month of May.

Please see your Fitness Manager, Dominic Lane, at Dominic.Lane@ TeamEsplanade.com, for more information.

Clean Earth Challenge

The National Wildlife Federation and Johnson Outdoors have teamed up to inspire people to get outdoors and take simple conservation action to help clean up our planet.

Get started by taking the Clean Earth Challenge! It’s as simple as picking up trash on your morning walk, at your favorite beach or local park. Or you can join with friends, family, neighbors, classmates and co-workers in a community effort to help make our planet a healthier, happier place.

Our goal is to collect one million pieces of trash and debris that litter our beautiful land, oceans and waterways. This pollution has a devastating effect on the health of our ecosystems, wildlife and the planet. By taking the Clean Earth Challenge, you help improve the health of our environment. Every piece collected counts!

Visit cleanearthchallenge.com

Cuban Sandwich

The Cubano, or Cuban Sandwich, came to Florida along with Cuban immigrants, in the 19th century and quickly became widely popular in the state. Prior to this, versions of the Cuban have been recorded in pre-colonial Cuba where yucca was used in place of bread and often the filling was fish or bird meat. It took the arrival of the Spanish, who introduced ham and pork, for the Cuban we know and love today to be born.

To make an authentic Cuban sandwich, it really requires Cuban bread which has been baked with a palmetto leaf on top; however, Ciabatta or French bread will absolutely suffice.

DIRECTIONS

1. Slice the bread in half and spread yellow mustard on the inside of the bread.

2. Place a slice of Swiss cheese on each half.

3. Place a slice of sweet, cured ham on one half of the bread.

4. Place some mojo marinated pork on the other half of the bread.

5. On one half of the bread, place thickly cut pickles then close up the sandwich.

6. Place the Cuban sandwich on a lightly greased griddle. Take a heavy skillet and place it on top of the sandwich so the weight can press the sandwich down.

7. When the bottom begins to turn crisp, turn the sandwich over and repeat.

Key Lime Martini

Florida’s most famous dessert is our inspiration for this sweet-yet-tart cocktail.

INGREDIENTS

» Graham cracker crumbs

» 2 ounces vanilla vodka

» 1/2 ounce Key Lime juice

» 2 tablespoons Coco Lopez cream of coconut

» 1 ounce pineapple juice

» 1 ounce heavy whipping cream

DIRECTIONS

1. Rim a glass with graham cracker crumbs.

2. Fill martini shaker with ice.

3. Add the remaining ingredients listed above.

4. Shake and pour through a strainer.

5. Garnish with a twist of lime peel.

UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURES AWAIT

Esplanade Resort Experiences proudly invites you to spark your sense of adventure with the introduction of Destinations by Esplanade, a luxury travel program offering travel-related concierge services, benefits, outings and inspired itineraries that are uniquely curated around the Esplanade lifestyle, with themes of wellness, culinary, adventure, and culture.

Immerse yourself in the wonders across the globe through expertly designed travel itineraries, experience a local excursion planned by your lifestyle team or enjoy specialized discounts on individual airfare, rental cars and accommodations.

Zip line through the Costa Rican jungle, embark on an expedition inside the ice castles of Antarctica, or savor exquisite cuisine during a local culinary demonstration near your home.

With convenience and luxury at the forefront, Members traveling as a part of Destinations by Esplanade will enjoy Member benefits including access to exclusive destinations, upgrades to accommodations, complimentary wine included with select dinners and more!

Ready to explore?

If you’re looking to plan a larger adventure, visit DestinationsByEsplanade.com and use password esplanade2023 to view inspired travel itineraries and Esplanade Member benefits.

For smaller, local offerings and excursions planned by your Lifestyle team, visit the event calendar on your member website and stay tuned to your email for the latest lifestyle updates.

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