NOVEMBER 2018 VOLUME 18 ISSUE 11
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REFLECTIONS NOVEMBER 2018 VOLUME 18 ISSUE 11
ON THE COVER Come out to celebrate veterans from November 8th-11th during the annual Solivita Salute Our Veterans Weekend! Check out pages 6-7 for all the details on each event. Cover photos courtesy of Southeastern Guide Dogs, Judie Chiappone and Joe Thomas.
VILLAGE CENTER HOURS Administration: 863-427-7100 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
CONTACT LIST
Floralawn On-Site Office (Admin Building) Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Community Manager (Association) - Tyler Heel: 863-427-7103 or theel@evergreen-LM.com
K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930 Monday-Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 9am-1pm and Sunday Closed
Club Manager - Sheri Wollschlager: 863-427-7129 or swollschlager@evergreen-LM.com
Marketplace Bistro: 863-427-7150, ext. 4724 Monday-Saturday 8am-8pm Sunday 8am-5pm
Director of Security & Safety - Steven J. Patrick, II: 863-440-7572 or spatrick@evergreen-LM.com Evergreen Lifestyles Management (For ALL Club & HOA Matters) 24/7: 855-490-1804 or customerservice@evergreen-LM.com
Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130 Monday-Thursday 6:30am-9pm Friday 6:30am-7pm Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm
AV Homes Customer Care: 800-858-5933 or www.avhomesinc.com/owner-care
Solivita Club After Hours Emergency Phone Number: 863-286-8779 Weekdays 5pm-8pm and Weekends 12pm-5pm
Catering & Banquets (Stonegate Golf Club): 863-427-7150 x4720
Starlite Ballroom Daily 8am-11pm Stonegate Pro Shop: 863-427-7150 x4710 Daily 7am-6pm The Grille at Stonegate: 863-427-7167 Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm Friday-Sunday 8am-8pm Bar Open Until 9pm Daily
Architectural Review: 863-427-7022, Fax: 863-496-4456 or compliance@solivitahoa.com
Communications: 863-427-7137 or croe@evergreen-LM.com Concierge: 863-427-7100 or Fax: 863-496-4456 Floralawn: 863-225-9565 or floralawn.com (Submit a Work Order) K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930 or Fax: 863-496-7931 Lifestyles Activities: 863-427-7125 or SolivitaActivities@evergreen-LM.com Membership: 863-427-7143 or solivitamembership@evergreen-LM.com Resident 2 Resident Resource Center: 863-236-9973 or SolivitaR2R@gmail.com
The Palms: 863-496-1530 Amenity Center Monday-Sunday 8am-9pm Kids Pool Hours Monday-Friday 12pm-4pm Saturday & Sunday 9am-9pm Fitness Center Monday-Thursday 6:30am -9pm Friday 6:30am-7pm Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm
Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130
Waterfront Galleries Daily 8am-11pm
Stonegate Golf Club Directory: 863-427-7150
Welcome Center or Model Park: 863-427-7000 Monday-Saturday 9:30am -5:30pm Sunday 11am -5:30pm
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Security -Bella Viana: 863-427-1268 Security-Main Gate: 863-427-4238 Security-South Gate: 863-496-1473 Security -Venezia: 863-427-2338 Security-West Gate: 863-496-1453 Solivita Sales: 863-427-7000
The Palms Amenity Center: 863-496-1530 or Fax: 863-496-0914 Violations & Compliance: 863-427-7032 Visitor/Vendor Gate Access Voice Server: 863-313-1314
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How Time Has Passed By Jana Malik Director of Activities
November is my work anniversary month and believe it or not, it has been 14 years of constant fun and excitement. I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who enjoys their job as much as I do. I know this is also true for the entire Lifestyles Activities team as well. Planning and producing activities have to be the most fun, exciting, creative, interesting, innovative, quick on your feet, and silliest job I’ve ever had. I am so lucky to be doing it day after day.
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I have also grown and learned from every co-worker, resident and Solivita Club interaction. I don’t feel what I do is work - it is a passion! When you let us know that you enjoyed a program we planned, it’s a thrill and your positive remarks (and constructive critiques) make a world of difference.
SLAC
The Solivita Lifestyles Activities Committee (SLAC) will have three openings starting in January. Please refer to the Committee Roundup section in this month’s newsletter for more information on how to apply by November 14th. Residents are our eyes and ears to producing and improving the Lifestyles Activities program for Solivita to enjoy.
Discounted Gift Cards; A Great Gift Idea
For the month of November only, the $25 Lifestyles Activities and/or Solivita University Gift Card is DISCOUNTED to $23 for purchase. The gift card value remains at $25. Assorted gift card sleeves including Thank You, Happy Birthday and A Gift for You are included. Gift Cards are available for purchase throughout the year in the Lifestyles Activities office.
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On Saturday, November 3rd, Village Drive will be CLOSED, except to festival vendors, from the Ballroom to the Pro Shop from 7am-5pm as we set up for this huge event. Remember, pets and smoking are not permitted in festival areas. This event is open to the public from 10am-4pm in the Village Center: »» Exhibiting 120 artisan and craft vendors »» An Italiano Wine & Beer Garden featuring a Frank Sinatra singer behind the Bistro Café »» Kidz Zone including free crafts, a big drawing board, face painting, popcorn, scarecrow stilt walker, and dance, karate and gymnastics performances by Dynamic Dance Studio »» Listen to the New Dimensions Jazz Band, Steel Drums and the Z Street Band »» Find all the food concessions stands in the NEW Festival Food Eatery located in the Bistro roundabout »» Solivita Club displays: Basket Weavers and Model Railroad Club of Solivita The festival supports a Fund Drive for the St. Rose of Lima Food Pantry at all entrance locations.
Main Ticket Sales
At the next Main Ticket Sales on November 1st in the Ballroom, here are some friendly reminders: • Bring your Solivita Resident ID badge. • Ballroom doors open and deli ticket numbers are handed out at 8am. Numbers are called beginning at 9am. • Each resident is permitted to purchase four (4) tickets, per event, per deli ticket number, unless otherwise noted. This gives more residents an opportunity to purchase tickets to events with limited seated. • If a group wants to sit together at a tabled event, please wait in line together. Each person must get a deli ticket number to purchase tickets. If the rest of your group is later in the line, and receives a deli ticket number higher than yours, come up to purchase your tickets when the continued on page 4
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Jana’s article continued from page 3 higher number is called. We cannot hold tickets for the rest of your group when the lower deli ticket number is called. • After all “deli” numbers are called (approximately 10:30am), you need to call clubs directly to purchase tickets from them and Lifestyles Tickets Sales moves to the Lifestyles Activities Office above the Bistro Café on the 2nd Floor. Happy Thanksgiving and Keep the Party Going! Jana Malik 863-427-7125 jmalik@evergreen-LM.com
Committee Roundup Solivita Lifestyles Activities Committee (SLAC)
The SLAC committee is made up of seven actively involved Solivita residents. SLAC meets once a month for two hours and meeting dates are set by the majority’s calendar and around Lifestyles events. Therefore, there is no set day or time each month. Members serve two years and at this time, three seats will be vacated in January. If you are interested in discussing, brainstorming and bouncing off ideas or thoughts relating to the Lifestyles Activities program, please send the following information to Jana Malik, Director of Activities, at jmalik@evergreen-LM.com by November 14th. • Contact Information including: Name, Address, Phone Number and Email Address • How long have you lived in Solivita? • Approximately, how many Lifestyles Activities events do you attend per month? • List your favorite type(s) of Lifestyles Activities events (shows, movies, dances, street parties, dinners, classes, holiday events, etc). • List up to five of your favorite past Lifestyles Activities events. • In which Solivita Clubs are you an active member? • Why do you want to be a part of SLAC? To give feedback, suggestions, ideas or comments on any Lifestyle events, we’d love to hear from you by emailing us at LifestylesAdvisoryCommittee@SolivitaHOA.com.
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NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS
Email submissions to newsletter@avcommunities.com
DECEMBER SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Thursday, November 1st. Club inserts are due by Thursday, November 22nd. All inserts must be approved by Club Manager, Sheri Wollschlager (email to croe@ evergreen-LM.com and swollschlager@evergreen-LM. com) before they are copied.
JANUARY SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Friday, November 30th.
ADVERTISING INFO
Solivita reserves the right to refuse advertisement and does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. Advertisement in Reflections does not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods or services by Solivita. Residents receive 50% off the 1/8 page at the one-month rate ($110) for a total cost of $55 per month. Discount is on 1/8 page only. To download the contract and make payment, please visit SolivitaAdvertising.com. For more information on advertising your business in Reflections, please contact the Advertising Administrator, Amanda Wright, at 813501-7220, SolivitaAdvertising@Evergreen-LM.com, or visit the website at SolivitaAdvertising.com.
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Hosted by the Fall Festival Committee & Solivita Lifestyles
Saturday, November 3rd 10am-4pm Village Center Rain or Shine www.FallFestivalAtSolivita.com
Fund Drive to Benefit Local Food Pantry
120 Artisan and Craft Vendors
Live Enter ta i n me Through nt out t he D a y Steel Drums Z Street Band New Dimensions High School Jazz Band
l Festiva y ter a E d o Fo he Bistro in t t dab ou Rou n
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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FREE ADMISSION & PARKING WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
Wine & Beer Garden Featuring Frank Sinatra Singer
PETS AND SMOKING ARE NOT PERMITTED IN FESTIVAL AREAS
Free Kidz Zone Free Face Painting, Popcorn, Kids Crafts, Stiltwalker, Big Drawing Board, Dance and Karate Performances
Photos by Linda Domchik, Irene Stecher & Joe Thomas
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alute Our Veterans Weekend is designed to celebrate Veterans and their families. We raise money for a select charity to help improve the lives of the many selfless men and women who bravely served our nation. This year all proceeds will benefit Southeastern Guide Dogs. All ticketed events and the Golf Tournament Registration are on sale at the Lifestyles Activities office, Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm. Forms are available on SolivitaHOA.com under Lifestyles > Lifestyles Forms. **Refunds or Solivita Letters of Credit will not be accepted or given for any of the events.**
Golf Tournament at Stonegate Golf Club, Cypress & Oaks Friday, November 9th · Shotgun Start at 8:30am · Registration: 7am-8am $65 per Stonegate Golf Club Member OR $260 for a foursome $90 per single non-Stonegate Golf Club Member OR $360 for a foursome Raffle Prizes, Mulligans and much more! Golf Entry Includes: Continental Breakfast, Green and Cart Fee, Range Balls Before Play, On Course Special Events, Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, Goody Bag, Lunch and awards to follow! Registration deadline is November 2nd. Please contact Jennifer Rodriguez at 863-427-7125 or jrodriguez@evergreen-LM.com for more information. Guests of all ages welcome.
CLOSEST TO THE PIN GRAND PRIZE
The Closest to the Pin winners on Hole #4 on the Oaks Course and Hole #3 on the Cypress Course will compete in a Finalist Shootout at Hole #9 on the Cypress Course following the tournament. Our Patriot Sponsor, Art’s Golf Cars, Inc., will be donating one BRAND NEW GOLF CART to the winner of the shootout!
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Movie Night
Thursday, November 8th at 7pm: Hacksaw Ridge The Veterans Club of Solivita will have popcorn and lemonade available for donation at Movie Night. Hacksaw Ridge is Rated R, Drama/History, and 2 hrs. 19 mins. The Ballroom doors open at 6:15pm and the movie will begin at 7pm.
Tribute to Bob Seger Show
Saturday, November 10th at 5pm & 7:30pm in the Ballroom Johnny Rogers is perhaps the most versatile performer in America today. The show is a tribute to the legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll with a special emphasis on the music of Bob Seger. Get ready to hear all the hits like Night Moves, Hollywood Nights, Like A Rock, We’ve Got Tonight, and Old Time Rock n’ Roll. Johnny is in the business of bringing yesteryear’s music and history of Rock n’ Roll to life. Johnny is an outstanding musician as evidenced by guitar licks that would have made Jimi Hendrix proud! Don’t miss this incredible tribute to the music of Bob Seger and the legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll!! Two shows at 5pm and 7:30pm. Ballroom doors open 20 minutes before the show begins. $17 per person. Adult guests welcome.
Dinner & Tribute to Bob Seger Show
Saturday, November 10th at 5:30pm in Mosaics This ticket is an all-in-one dinner, show and 10 minute early Quick Pass entrance show seating. Chef’s buffet dinner includes: Lemon Pepper Chicken; Cod Casino; brown rice, sautéed butternut squash; Strawberry Salad with spinach; romaine; blue cheese crumble; strawberries; candy pecans and a raspberry balsamic dressing or other dressings. Peach cobbler for dessert. A cash bar and self-serve coffee, iced tea, and water station will be available. Dinner is in Mosaics at 5:30pm, Quick Pass seating in the Ballroom at 7pm and the show begins at 7:30pm. $44 per person. Adult guests welcome.
Veterans Day Memorial Service & Breakfast Sunday, November 11th at 9am in Freedom Park
Sponsored by Stonegate Golf Catering. Veterans Day will begin with a wonderful ceremony presented by the Veterans Club of Solivita. After the ceremony, stay with us to enjoy breakfast right in Freedom Park. The breakfast buffet menu includes: fluffy scrambled eggs; bacon; country style potatoes; biscuits and self-serve coffee, orange juice, apple juice and water. Breakfast is open to all residents for $10. Located by Freedom Park Pickleball Courts. Must purchase breakfast tickets in advance as tickets will not be sold at the door. Guests of all ages welcome.
All proceeds will benefit
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A Tight Squeeze!
By Shelley Destefano Community Concierge I think the turkey gobbled up too much information this month. Let’s get straight to the important information, dates, and things to do in November! On Sunday, November 4th, daylight savings time ends so don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour. We will now have more light in the morning making it easier to rise and shine! Don’t forget to VOTE in the General Election on Tuesday, November 6th in the Ballroom. You will be asked to show two forms of identification - one with a signature and the other needs to be a photo identification.
Veterans Day
Veterans Day, once known as Armistice Day, was officially approved to be celebrated each November 11th on June 1, 1954. On this day, we remember and honor all the veterans who have served in the United States military. Similar recognition is celebrated in other countries, albeit not on the same day as we do. It’s important to be cognizant of the fact that veterans have given their very life blood for us and our country. The least that we can do on this day is to take the time to respect and honor the brave men and women who have served this nation. November 11th is also the last day to get into National Parks for free in 2018. Participating parks in Florida: Canaveral National Seashore, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park, and Gulf Islands National Seashore. Visit www.nps.gov for more information.
Thanksgiving
This year the holiday is November 22nd. In 1621, the pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians partook of a harvest feast. This is acknowledged as the first Thanksgiving. Our forefathers continued celebrating Thanksgiving in their own fashion for the next 200 years in different colonies and states. In 1861, as civil war raged, President Lincoln declared Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated in November. Thanksgiving is the time when we all go overboard with planning. We pay close attention to every detail from décor to the seating of our guests. Fortunately, the menu is consistent and turkeys throughout the United States tremble in anticipation!
27th Annual Pioneer Day
Osceola County celebrates its 27th Annual Pioneer Day on November 10th from 10am to 4pm. During this festival, through
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historic re-enactments and demonstrations, the history of the first settlers is brought to life in a fun-filled environment. Step back in time at the annual festival hosted at the Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek (2491 Babb Road, Kissimmee, FL 34746). For more information, call 407-396-8644 or visit their website at osceolahistory.org/event/27th-annual-pioneer-day.
ICE! At Gaylord Palms Resort
If you’re looking for a place to chill this year, ICE! at the Gaylord Palms Resort (6000 W. Osceola Parkway) would be the place from November 16th to January 6th. The theme this year is taken from the movie, A Christmas Story. With over two million pounds of carved ice and the temperature kept at 9 degrees Fahrenheit, you will feel like a polar bear. That is of course because you will be decked out with a huge jacket and will hopefully be layered! We can’t have you being too cool now. Seriously, it is very nice to see carved sculptures and experience going down icy slides, if that sort of thing meets your fancy. If that’s not enough, they also gave us a special discount code, CCSLV, making the tickets even cheaper than the senior rate. Of course, the best rate is the special group rate which consists of 10 or more adults and must be paid in full seven days in advance. Please contact groupticketsales@ gaylordhotels.com or 406-586-0373 for information on special group pricing. For more information about the event, call 407586-4423 or visit ChristmasAtGaylordPalms.com.
4th Annual Haven Holiday Market
Did someone say holiday shopping? We all need to get it done and with 150 vendors at the Holiday Market on November 17th from 10am to 4pm, I would say it’s a done deal. The free-to-attend event is located at Central Park (41 5th Street NW) in Winter Haven. You can enjoy food and live music with your family and pets while you shop. If you’re a book worm, you will also have the chance to meet local authors and purchase books as well. Visit centralfloridaeventvendors.com/haven-holiday-market. It was a tight squeeze, not only for the article this month but also to button my pants. I guess I have something in common with that greedy turkey, but at least I managed to survive! Unfortunately, I can’t say the same for the turkey; although it was delish! Community Concierge 863-427-7100 sdestefano@evergreen-LM.com
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Upcoming January Lifestyles Events SOLIVITA CLUB & BUSINESS EXPO Wednesday, January 9th
New time of 5pm-8pm! Solivita Clubs interested in having a table can begin signing up starting on November 13th with Lifestyles Activities at 863-4277125. No special placement requests please.
NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE SHOW DINNER & NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE SHOW Friday, January 11th
MOSAICS FINE DINE NITE Friday, January 18th
SILENT DISCO DANCE
Saturday, January 26th
CURBSIDE CUISINE
Monday, January 28th
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How CERT Responds
Submitted by the Solivita CERT Team
Solivita CERT’s main objective is to be able to respond effectively when a large-scale disaster occurs (weather-related or even man-made). Independent of the specific scenario, we have a “standard” approach. We may be notified to activate by the Polk County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or we may selfactivate if under a watch (e.g., a tornado watch). We become the first responders on-scene and must adhere to a process to do the most good for the most people and ensure our own safety. After determining our own household situation and that of our immediate neighbors, we grab our go-bags and proceed to our designated assembly point, wearing our personal protective gear, to organize for an effective response. After determining who is available and collecting some insight into the status of the community while en route to assemble, we decide what we need to do. First, we set up our Command Post (CP) in the Library and assign personnel for its operation. We set up our base radio station there and access our CP supplies. Next, we plan for dispatching Search and Rescue (S&R) Teams across the community, guided by any advance knowledge of what neighborhoods have been affected. Some experienced members are assigned to these tasks. Then, anticipating injuries we assign personnel to our central Medical Center and begin setting up in the Ballroom (where our medical supplies are located). We also begin coordination with Solivita administration and security. Based on any reports of damage and injuries we task S&R teams to these known locations. (In the absence of any known locations, we fan out across the property and perform a wide area damage
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assessment.) While these teams are en route (usually in golf carts) they will be noting damages, blocked roads, hazards, and of course, injured residents. Extensive use of simple standard forms is employed to document all activities for later analysis. It is worth noting that all CERT personnel are trained in all aspects of CERT operations. This means any member should be able to perform any role. These roles are defined in the universal Incident Command System that is employed from the national level all the way down to local. We conduct refresher training on all aspects of CERT operations. As damages and injured persons are encountered, reports are made to the command post where changes to our deployment can be made. Our dedicated ham radio repeater is a key tool in monitoring and controlling our personnel in the field; it allows us to use small handheld radios and cover all of Solivita. Structural damage is characterized as light, medium or heavy. Without extensive equipment, we cannot enter heavily damaged structures. A nine-point size-up process is employed when a team arrives on-scene. This assesses the situation in several dimensions and determines if actions are needed by the team, whether they have adequate resources, if it is safe, and what the priorities are. This is reported to the CP that continues to monitor all operations. As reports roll in from the field teams and other sources, the CP aggregates damages and prepares to report to the county EOC so they can gain a better understanding of impacts across the whole county and prioritize their resources.
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Injured persons are extracted if necessary and triaged (sorted) immediately. Categories are: 1) Those needing immediate treatment; 2) Those whose treatment can be deferred for a while; 3) “Walking Wounded” requiring only first aid; and 4) Those beyond CERT care. Transportation of Immediate Care victims is arranged and they are transported to the Medical Center until transport to a medical facility is possible. Further medical assessments are made. Depending on ambulance availability and if the road is passable, transport may not be right away. Ongoing monitoring of these victims is maintained.
How Can You Help?
Neighborhood Captain know and he/she will let us know. This reduces the communications load on the CP. We can use volunteers to act as scribes in our Medical Center, freeing trained members to minister to the injured. We can also employ volunteers to serve as scribes with our S&R teams as they go into the field. Such volunteers will stay well out of harm’s way. We can use volunteers to transport injured persons to the Medical Center. Volunteers can also deliver additional materials to teams in the field. We will not place any volunteer in physical jeopardy. If you wish to help CERT and it is safe to be outdoors, report to the Ceramics Gallery.
First, be prepared so you are not a victim. Know what to expect and what to do at your home—monitor the news, have a plan and have a disaster kit. Also look after neighbors who may not be so capable in a stressful situation. When you see damaged structures, blocked streets or know of injured persons, let your
This description is intended to let you know what CERT trains to do in Solivita. You can see that it’s a challenge and we can use help in a real-world event.
CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS As a friendly reminder, holiday lighting and decorations shall be permitted to be placed upon the exterior portions of the Home and upon the Lot in a manner permitted hereunder commencing on Thanksgiving and shall be removed not later
HOLIDAY HOURS THURSDAY-FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
than January 15, 2019. The ACC may establish standards
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for holiday lights. The ACC may require the removal of any
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lighting that creates a nuisance (e.g., unacceptable spillover to
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an adjacent Home).
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FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN Joyce Forrest Mike Fridh Beverley Hehman Forrest
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Co-Sponsored with Solivita Book Circle and Lifestyles Activities
Pre-registration is required and walk-ins are not permitted, unless otherwise noted. No studying, tests or exams, just enlightening classes to keep your mind energized. All classes are 90 minutes long, unless otherwise noted. For more information, please visit the Lifestyles Activities Office or call 863-427-7125.
2019 Great Decision Discussions Annual Pass
Great Decisions (GD) is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. Each year the Foreign Policy Association produces a study guide with eight of the most critical global issues facing America. Starting in January 2019, Great Decisions will be an annual ticketed pass offering eight discussions that meet monthly January-May and September-November. The discussion of the month is conducted by a moderator and takes place on a Wednesday afternoon and/or a Tuesday morning. The 2019 GD Annual Pass cost is $35 (or $40 for two sharing a book). The preliminary list of topics for Great Decisions 2019 are: Migration, U.S.- Mexico Relations, Cyber Security, Chinese Trade, Nuclear Diplomacy, Middle East Overview, Rising Populism in Europe, and The State of the State Department.
2019 Art and Literary Lecture Annual Pass
The 2019 Art and Literary Lecture Annual Pass will go on sale starting on December 3rd at the Main Ticket Sales in the Ballroom and after that in the Lifestyles Activities office. This pass will allow residents admittance to any of approximately 13 Art and Literary Lectures starting in January 2019 for $20 per person. Art classes, presented by Art Historian Jan Clanton, are on Tuesdays as scheduled at 1pm in the Ballroom. Literary Lectures, taught by resident Professor Thomas Gallagher, take place as scheduled on Mondays at 4pm in the Gator Room. Lectures will be advertised under the Solivita University article in Reflections. If you choose not to purchase an Annual Pass and want to attend a lecture, admission is $5 per lecture at the door. Art and Literary passes are for Art and Literature Lectures only and are non-refundable.
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Solivita University October 2nd Talk n’ Chill Presentation Panel (from left to right): Mara Agrait with SilverSmart Tech; Richard Goldsmith, PhD; Jana Malik; Jacquie Brunner; Catherine Larson; Kathy Glascott; Rita Katz, PhD; and Thomas Gallagher, PhD. Photos by Irene Stecher.
Winners of $25 Solivita University Scholarships
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[ Solivita University] Art Lecture – Artists of Estrangement: Gentileschi, Leyster, Herrer Tuesday, November 13th • Ballroom 1pm • Tuition: 2018 Art and Literary Lecture Pass or $5 at the door Professor: Jan Clanton, Art Historian Course Description: Have you ever heard of Artemisia Gentileschi, Judith Leyster or Carmen Herrera? They might have been the women Linda Nochlin was referring to in her ground-breaking essay, “Why have there been no great women artists?” Her point, of course, was there were great women artists but no one knew their names because of their isolation. Next Lecture: January 2019
“Madonna and Child” by Artemisia Gentileschi (image © artemisiagentileschi.com)
“Self-Portrait” (c. 1630) by Judith Leyster (image © www.shutterstock.com/ Everett Art)
“Blue and Yellow” (1965) by Carmen Herrera (image © www. flickr.com/photos/nostri-imago)
Literary Lecture – The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner
Monday, November 12th • Gator Room • 4pm • Tuition: 2018 Art and Literary Lecture Pass or $5 at the door Professor: Thomas Gallagher, PhD is a Solivita resident who has taught both literature and law during his career. He currently teaches at Valencia College. Course Description: Faulkner’s Novel resents a single story told from the perspectives of four different characters all of whom have different relationships with time. The Novel tells episodes in the decline of the Compson Family. The four characters are Benjy, Quentin, Thomas Jason and their sister Caddy. Gallagher Next Lecture: January 2019
2019 RECURRING CLUB CALENDAR SUBMISSIONS Solivita Clubs with recurring weekly/monthly meetings need to submit their meeting information in order to be included in the
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME DST officially ends on Sunday, November 4th at 2am. Don’t forget to set your clocks BACK one (1) hour before you go to bed on Saturday night, November 3rd!
Reflections Calendar Insert for the 2019 year. Please include the club name, day and date of meeting, time, and location. Double check your meeting dates and be sure to note any cancellations due to holidays, etc. If you list a meeting on a holiday,
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November in Solivita
By Brad Thompson Branch Manager, Floralawn Floralawn has completed two full years at Solivita as your landscaping and lawncare provider. We continue to enjoy working in this amazing community!
Brown Patch Fungus disease attacks the base of grass blades. It causes that section of the blade to deteriorate until the blade can be pulled out easily. Grass with Brown Patch Fungus disease turns yellow and then brown. It spreads in a circular pattern.
Our first year had plenty of challenges, from initial clean-up to extreme weather conditions and then wrapping it up with the excitement of Hurricane Irma. This year has been somewhat calmer, although not without its opportunities for growth and problem-solving.
We monitor the turf throughout Solivita for this disease, applying chemical controls to manage it.
Now and Ahead
Next Coffee Talk
My next Coffee Talk is scheduled for November 16th at 9am in the Starlite Ballroom. Please stop by!
This month we start our off-season mowing schedule. Because the grass grows more slowly in the cooler weather, we don’t need to mow as often. Until the end of March 2019, mowing will be done every two weeks instead of weekly. The detail schedule stays the same, however. You can view our winter schedules on SolivitaHOA.com, or you may stop by our office in the Solivita Admin Building or call us at 863-225-9565. We continue to work on pruning the native grasses throughout Solivita. As mentioned last month, Fakahatchee is the grass that grows in large mounds in the center median on Solivita Boulevard and in Solivita’s common areas. This is the time of year when we prune those mounds of grass significantly.
What’s Past
Did you see Floralawn team members wearing pink shirts on October 11th? For breast cancer awareness month this year, we wore pink shirts on the 11th to bring attention to the disease and to support those who are fighting it or who have fought it.
Watching Out for Brown Patch
We’re continuing to keep an eye out for Brown Patch Fungus, which is an ongoing concern during the cooler months. Brown Patch Fungus affects St. Augustine grass, which grows throughout Solivita, as well as Bermuda, Bahia, Centipede, and other turf grasses. It affects grass that stays moist for long periods of time. This condition is often present during our cooler months, and when days are overcast, or heavy fog stays around until late morning.
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presents a workshop open to all Solivita residents on
It’s Not All Theme Parks - What Else Is There To Do In Central FL? Tuesday, November 13th · 10am Aegean Room (MSA) Over the Bistro This will be an informative workshop on out-of-the way things to do for vacation. Some of the common activities will be presented for special times and events. Contact the Resource Center (located above the Bistro), Monday through Friday, 9am-12pm at 863-236-9973 or SolivitaR2R@gmail.com for further information and to reserve your spot.
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Spa Talk: What Cooking Oils are Better for Your Health? By Crystal Bethea Owner of Riviera Spa Massage It’s that time a year for us to break out our favorite holiday recipes to enjoy with our families. I understand how important it is to pass down our time-honored cookbooks, but it never hurts to pencil in some healthy alternative ingredients. Granted a majority of us grew up on butter, margarine and lard, I’m sure I don’t have to tell you the number it does on our cardiovascular/circulatory systems. Although the heart and brain need healthy fats to function properly, it’s important to incorporate them in a well-rounded diet. So, when you’re shopping, know the purpose of the fats it contains and consider its smoke points.
Smoke Points
can also help reduce our cholesterol and lower the risk of stroke and heart disease. An added bonus is that this kind of fat is rich in vitamin E, which is an antioxidant we all need more of. Olive oil is known for this, but stick to low temperature cooking like sautéing and dressings because the smoke point is low. Avocado oil, algae oil, peanut oil and sesame oil are all excellent for high heat. • Polyunsaturated Fats: According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, this kind of fat contains essential fatty acids Omega 3 (control blood pressure) and Omega 6 (control blood sugar). We need this from our foods because our bodies don’t produce these. These fats contribute to cell growth and brain functions.
On the front label, it shows what that particular oil is best used for (e.g., best for frying, sautéing, dressing). This is due to its smoke point, which are judged based on its potential to burn and smoke up. When you cook with an oil heated past its intended purpose and smoke point, it releases toxins and free radicals that are very harmful to our bodies. Now we know why we were smoking up the house before using the wrong stuff. Being mindful of this is half the battle.
I found this to be super helpful in my efforts to switch and ditch, and you will be too once you’re down that aisle. You know what you need it for, so check the front for its smoke point purpose and flip it over to make sure that monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are higher in ratio than saturated fats.
What the Back Label is Really Telling Us
Happy Trails!
The below four fats are always labeled on the back of cooking oils. Choose more monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids and here is why: • Saturated/Trans Fats: Appear solid at room temperature. According to the government we should limit our intake of these kinds of fats because it raises cholesterol levels and are a contributing factor in heart disease. Saturated fats are high in coconut oil. I’m aware a lot has been posted on this being a healthier option, but the facts are just that. Coconut oil is better than using butter and lard, yes, but still not good. We ingest enough saturated fats from meat, cheese and cream and don’t need to increase that by cooking with high concentrations of it as well. • Monounsaturated Fats: Liquid at room temperature, but solid when chilled. The American Heart Association says these fats help develop and maintain our body’s cells. They
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