Victoria Park's The Picket Fence | Winter 2019

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Communication Methods EMAIL - We send out email notifications periodically in addition to weekly electronic newsletters every Thursday.

NEWSLETTERS - The weekly electronic and printed quarterly newsletters can be viewed on the website, www.myvictoriapark. com, any time!

Evergreen Customer Service 877-221-6919

WEBSITE - Check out www.myvictoriapark.com for tons of great information, including the weekly newsletter, calendar, club and group contacts, and so much more!

Victoria Park Community Management

SOCIAL MEDIA - Follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/ VictoriaParkComm for all the latest info!

Customer Service

1431 Orange Camp Rd., Suite 116 DeLand, FL 32724 Community Manager Michelle Saunders MSaunders@Evergreen-LM.com Dir. of Operations & Maint.

Dave Benson DBenson@Evergreen-LM.com Maintenance Manager Steve Ingram SIngram@Evergreen-LM.com

386-738-2112 Administrative Assistant/ Architectural Coordinator Celi Rosario ARosario@Evergreen-LM.com Community Standards Clara Munoz-Feliciano CMFeliciano@Evergreen-LM.com

STATEMENTS - Quarterly statements are mailed to all homeowners. If you’re not receiving these, please contact Evergreen Customer Care at 877-221-6919.

Please email JTucker@Evergreen-LM.com if you need any assistance with receiving Communications.

Roving Security Officer Donta Harper 386-315-2776

Administrative Coordinator Maureen Philips MPhilips@Evergreen-LM.com

Pool Hours Winter

7:30am - 5:15pm

NOV 1 - FEB 28

Spring/Summer

Victoria Trails Amenity Center 525 East Victoria Trails Blvd.

DeLand, FL 32724

6:15am - 8:30pm

MAR 1 - AUG 31

386-279-7700

Pool temperature is maintained at 80 degrees from March 1 - December 31.

Fitness Room

Lifestyle Director Justine Tucker JTucker@Evergreen-LM.com

The Commons & Trails: 5:30am - 10:30pm Victoria Gardens: 4:45am - 9pm

Guests must be accompanied by residents at all times (2 per resident).

All residents must have their photo ID card with them.

1001 Gardens Club Drive DeLand, FL 32724

386-785-2700

For a full list of the Rules, please see the signs posted in the Fitness Rooms.

Security Main Gate 386-736-6499 Clubhouse Manager CJ Hamlin CHamlin@Evergreen-LM.com

Assistant Clubhouse Manager Julie Maurer JMaurer@Evergreen-LM.com

Lifestyle Director Evelyn Rosa ERosa@Evergreen-LM.com

Administrative Assistant Remy Pugh RPugh@Evergreen-LM.com

Advertising Opportunities For information or details regarding size, cost, and deadlines, please visit www.vppicketfence.com or call 813-501-7220. Email us directly at Info@VPPicketFence.com.

Advertising Policy Victoria Park Community Council, Inc. does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. Advertisements in The Picket Fence do not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods and services by Victoria Park Community Council, Inc.

Victoria Hills Golf Club / Sparrow’s Grille 300 Spalding Way DeLand, FL 32724 Food & Beverage Director Michael Morrison MMorrison@Hampton.Golf

386-738-6000

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COMMUNITY MANAGER

M A NAG E M E N T

Community Updates

BY MICHELLE SAUNDERS, LCAM

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018 was an amazing year for Victoria Park! At the time of writing this article we had 264 new homes sold with at least 28 more scheduled to close before the end of 2018. This will have us starting 2019 with close to 2,400 residents! New home construction will continue in 2019 in Victoria Gardens, Victoria Hills and Victoria Trails. Victoria Oaks also broke ground in 2018 and should have models opening mid-2019. In addition to the new home sales, we also had 122 resales in the community. These numbers are extremely impressive in today’s market which continues to prove Victoria Park as a sought after, premiere community not just in DeLand, but also the surrounding areas.

one soon. We also have concerts, ladies nights, stargazing and comedy nights coming up, just to name a few. I would like to challenge every resident to participate in at least one event this year and please feel free to reach out to us with any suggestions you may have.

Victoria Park Gives Back A HUGE thank you to all the residents who donated items for the Hurricane Michael relief. You donated over 1,000 items (15 truckloads) to our friends in the panhandle! Check out some of the pictures on page 7 of this month’s edition of The Picket Fence.

Communication Phase II of the Village Center is also well underway and should be complete in the second quarter of 2019. The new phase will bring additional restaurants, retail shops and medical offices.

If you do not receive notifications such as our weekly e-newsletter or special announcements sent via email, please contact the Community Management Office to verify your email is on the list. This is the best way to stay up to date on the latest news throughout the community.

Lifestyles One of the unique aspects of living in Victoria Park is the Lifestyles Program. Throughout the year we have dozens of events which are open to all residents in Victoria Park. We strive to offer something for everyone. Our large family-friendly events in 2018, such as the Easter Extravaganza, Halloween Spooktacular and Christmas Whobilation, saw some of the largest turnouts we’ve had in recent years with close to 500 residents in attendance at each event. The drive in movie night at the golf course was a great success and we’ll be scheduling another

From all of us here at Evergreen Lifestyles Management, we wish you a warm, healthy, and Happy New Year!

MICHELLE SAUNDERS is the Community Manager for Victoria Park.

You can reach her at 386-738-2112 or by email at MSaunders@ Evergreen-LM.com.

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COMPLIANCE

Covenants Corner B Y C L A R A M U N O Z-F E L I C I A N O

ARC Information The Victoria Park ARC Committee meets every third Monday of the month at 6pm at the Community Management Office. All submissions are to be turned in at the Community Management Office no later than the second Monday of the month.

The Victoria Gardens ARC Committee meets every third Thursday of the month at 3pm at the Gardens Clubhouse craft room. All submissions are to be turned in at the Community Management Office no later than the second Thursday of the month.

Pet Reminders Dogs must be on a leash when outside of the home. Please be respectful of your neighbor’s lawns and pick up after your pets when walking throughout the community. Pets are not allowed in the pool and playground areas. Please report any aggressive dogs or dog bites to the DeLand Police Department’s Animal Control at 386-626-7400.

Garbage and Recycling In accordance with the Deland Ordinance, garbage and recycle containers should not be placed on the curb before 5pm the day prior to the pickup and should be removed by 11pm the day of pickup. Also, containers and bins should be kept inside the garage or screened from view. Lattice panels can be used to screen containers. However, ARC approval is required prior to installing any screening including lattice and shrubs.

the City’s parking guidelines to ensure that you are in compliance. If a vehicle is parked on the street, grass or blocking your driveway or causes an interruption of the flow of traffic, please contact the DeLand Police Department at 386-626-7400.

Mailboxes Mailboxes should be maintained in a clean condition and numbers must be legible.

Weekend and Evening Inspections Weekend and evening inspections will be conducted to ensure the HOA governing documents are being adhered to.

Beautification Award Winners We’d like to introduce you to our latest Victoria Park Beautification Award Winners, Ned and Barbara Crockett of 514 Ridgeway Boulevard (pictured above). Their home was chosen based upon a visual inspection that included landscaping and decorations. They expressed receiving this award was a very wonderful compliment. Ned and Barbara have lived in Victoria Park since August 2004 and have dedicated themselves to improving and maintaining the beauty of their home. They perform self-maintenance of their landscape with the exception of the grass and enjoy gardening. They chose Victoria Park to build their custom home

by Arthur Rutenberg and enjoy living here. They are excited about their community and Nextdoor.com. In addition, they are golfers and enjoy socializing with friends and neighbors. Ned and Barbara believe that they are blessed and fortunate to live in Victoria Park.

Parking Notices As a courtesy, friendly reminder notices were placed on vehicles that were parked against the flow of traffic. DeLand Police Department has been patrolling and ticketing vehicles parked illegally. Please review

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CLARA MUNOZ-FELICIANO is the Community Standards Administrator for Victoria Park. You can reach her at 386-738-2112 or by email at CMFeliciano@ Evergreen-LM.com.

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EVENTS

VICTORIA PARK

Recent Victoria Park Events PHOTOS BY CHELLA PHOTOGRAPHY

Scavenger Hunt, Spooktacular, Ladies Night, Resident Appreciation, Build A Pet, DeLand Tour, Yard Sale, Breakfast with Santa & Whobillation

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VICTORIA PARK

EVENTS

Save the Date for Upcoming Events!

JAN

FE B

MAR

FRI - JA N 1 8

FR I - FEB 1

SAT - MAR 2

Stargazing

Chocolate Mold Class

Car Show

T UE - JA N 2 2

S AT - FEB 9

F RI - MAR 8

2nd Annual Father Daughter Dance

Casino Night

Ladies Night

TU E - MAR 12

S AT - JA N 2 6

Take Me Back In Time Concert On the Lawn

TUE - FEB 12

Build A Pet

SAT - MAR 16

Ladies Night

2nd Annual VP Wide World of Sports

FR I - FEB 22

SAT - MAR 23

Magic Show

Craft Into Spring

TUE - FEB 19 E VE RY W ED N ES DAY

Bridge 12:30pm-3pm • Trails Amenity Center

Ladies Night

E VE RY F R I DAY

Cards & Games 12:30pm-3pm • Trails Amenity Center

Call 386-279-7700 to RSVP or obtain more information. Dates and events listed are subject to change. To keep up with the latest event, please see the weekly newsletter emailed out each Thursday.

Giving Back!

Last October, the good residents of Victoria Park teamed up with Justine Tucker, the Lifestyle Director, to donate some much-needed supplies to those affected by Hurricane Michael that hit the panhandle of Florida.

Just check out the generosity in the pictures below!

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EVENTS

C R E S S W I N D AT V I C T O R I A G A R D E N S

Save the Date!

JA NUA RY 12 Jukebox Memories with Jonathan Len 19 Entertainment Series: Hayfire & Kenny Rogers Tribute F E BRUARY 03 The Big Game Tailgate Party 15 Valentines Day Dinner & Dance 23 Entertainment Series: The Rat Pack MA RCH 03 Beer and Wine Festival 16 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance 17 Everything Green Luncheon Buffet 23 Entertainment Series: A Tribute to Blues Jamming Session

Calendar is subject to change. Please contact Resident Services for further details at 386-785-2700.

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SPOTLIGHT

Resident Spotlight: Frank Bianchi

BY E V E LY N R O S A , L I F E S T Y L E D I R E C TO R

Frank Bianchi, a native of Rochester, New York, retired to Florida with his wife, Janice in 2002. They have been residents of the Gardens for 16 years. In 2008, Frank began teaching Victoria Gardens residents Tai Chi for its multiple health benefits, which improve balance, flexibility, breathing and mental focus.

Frank started his study of Chinese Martial Arts in the late 1960’s. His progression through those years earned him a Red Belt and teaching degree in the Wu Dang Kung Fu Style art form from the late Grand Master Sam Wong of Canada and Grand Master Mark Cassara of Rochester, New York.

Prior to moving to Florida. Frank and Grand Master, Mark Cassara opened a martial arts school where Frank concentrated his teaching

skills to children between the ages of eight through sixteen. Recently, Frank awarded his Victoria Gardens advanced students with a Certificate of Achievement in the practice of Yang-Style Tai Chi (pictured below).

Left to right: Arleen Rosenberg, Jeanne Fernandez, Janet Landowski, Jane Pelis, Tai Chi Master Frank Bianchi, Mary O’Shaughnessy, Judy Champion, Joanna Wills, Nina Wilder, and Barbara Taylor.

(Missing from photo is Kathy Landow.)

“We Make Real Estate Real Easy” 2019 Entertainment Series

DOORS OPEN AT 6:30PM // SHOW AT 7PM // TICKETS: $20

Saturday, February 23 THE RAT PACK Frank Sinatra, Sammie Davis Jr., Dean Martin & Marilyn Monroe

Saturday, March 23 BLUES JAMMING SESSION The Best of Buddy Guy, B.B. King, Muddy Waters & Jimi Hendrix

Saturday, April 27 PINK FLOYD, RUSH & LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE Performed By Valence Shell

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Specialists”

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VICTORIA HILLS GOLF CLUB

Updates from the Club

BY EXECUTIVE CHEF MICHAEL MORRISON

2018 Recap

The Team

We’ve had a busy 2018! Since the completion of the Clubhouse renovations, Victoria Hills and Sparrow’s Grille has quickly become the social hub for Victoria Park.

Since the remodel last spring we have held over 100 events in the Azalea Room. The events are planned and executed by Lisa White, our onsite Event Director. She has done an awesome job of working with both residents and some of the biggest companies in the area to create great experiences that are above and beyond expectations.

We had many special celebrations, such as Mother’s Day and Easter Brunch, Wine Dinners that Chef Matt Hayman and myself, along with Bill from the Elusive Grape, have collaborated on.

We hosted fun and well-attended parties for St. Patrick’s Day and the Masters. We combined the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo and had the “Cinco de Derby” party with a Showing of the Derby, a most fabulous Hat Competition and Mexican food offerings.

Together with Justine from Lifestyles, we hosted some awesome events like Kids in the Kitchen, Movie on the Green, and Resident Appreciation Day. In the fall, we had a Thanksgiving Feast and held our first ever Oktoberfest celebration with German cuisine, beer and music.

This Year Our Social Programing is more plentiful than ever with something happening every Wednesday through Saturday night. We have our Famous Pasta Night every Wednesday evening. Wing Night paired with Bingo or Trivia is every Thursday night. On Fridays we often host Karaoke and always have specials that are prepared just for the evening.

The last Friday of the month we have Prime Rib Night, and in our humble opinion it is the Best Prime Rib around! Saturdays are all about Burger Night with often 100 plus folks coming to Sparrow’s for the best burger in town!

We have also recently updated both the Lunch and Dinner Menus with new small plates, big salads and entrées. We continue to offer the best deal around for Brunch with a full meal and your choice of a Mimosa or Bloody Mary for only $11!

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The golf course is in amazing condition. In fact, we have received so much praise that it borders on embarrassing at times! This is especially true for Brad Tucker, the Course Super, who is forever humble and hardworking. He can often be found on the course before sunrise and there well after most would have called it day.

The course is tournament ready and Golf Pro Mike Barille is doing a great job of hosting and directing golf groups big and small. Now in his seventh year here at Victoria Hills, Mike holds a wealth of knowledge about the course. He provides dynamic instruction that combines video and hands-on coaching. He has helped new players and experienced golfers learn the game from a technical and practical view point. Mike’s straight-forward approach to the game continues to make him a valuable member of the team.

In addition to being the Executive Chef, I have also stepped into the role of Food and Beverage Director and in turn promoted Sous Chef Matt Hayman to Chef de Cuisine. Together we will continue to keep up with market trends and execute from scratch food offerings with care and pride.

Happy New Year!

MICHAEL MORRISON is the Executive Chef for Sparrow’s Grille and the Food & Beverage Director of the Victoria Hills Golf Club in Victoria Park. You can reach him at 386-738-6000 or by email at MMorrison@Hampton.Golf.

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CHEERS TO 2019!

Wishing our residents the best in the new year!

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