Taylor Morrison Customer Care: 321-397-7247 or OrlandoCustomerCare@TaylorMorrison.com. Warranty Request: taylormorrison.com/warranty/request Activities: 863-427-7125 or SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com
Resident to Resident Resource Center: 863-236-9973 or SolivitaR2R@gmail.com
Architectural Review: 863-427-7022 or Compliance@SolivitaHOA.com
Floralawn: 863-225-9565 or floralawn.com (Submit a Work Order)
Community Manager (Association) - Rudy Bautista: 863-701-2969 or RBautista@Evergreen-LM.com
West Gate (San Clemente): 863-496-1453
Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm
South Gate (Marigold): 863-496-1473
The Grille at Stonegate: 863-427-7167
Monday-Tuesday & Thursday-Saturday 10am -6pm Wednesday 1pm-6pm, Sunday 12pm -6pm
K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930
Solivita Club Facilities After Hours Emergency Phone Number: 863-286-8779
Evergreen Lifestyles Management (For ALL Club & HOA Matters) 24/7: 855-490-1804 or CustomerService@Evergreen-LM.com
Daily Breakfast11am-8pmWednesday-Sunday, 8am-11am
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Catering & Banquets (Stonegate Golf Club): 863-427-7150, ext. 4720 Concierge: 863-427-7100 or Fax: 863-496-4456
Amenity Center: Monday-Sunday 8am-9pm
Main Gate: 407-603-2399
Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130
Administration: 863-427-7100
Friday 8am-7pm
Communications Director - Doug Gilbert: 863-427-7137 or SolivitaCommunications@Evergreen-LM.com
Mosaics Restaurant
Solivita Sales: 863-427-7000
Friday & Saturday 4pm-8pm
Membership: 863-427-7143 or SolivitaMembership@Evergreen-LM.com
Director of Security & Safety - Paul Mears: 863-440-7572 or PaulM@VitalSecurity.com
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Club Manager - Sheri Wollschlager: 863-427-7129 or SWollschlager@Evergreen-LM.com
Saturday & Sunday 9am-9pm
Marketplace Bistro: 863-427-7150, ext. 4724 Daily 8am-7pm, Breakfast 8am-11am
Waterfront Galleries Daily 8am-11pm
Welcome Center: 863-427-7000
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Bella Viana Gate: 407-603-2422
Stonegate Pro Shop: 863-427-7150, ext. 4710 Daily 7am-5pm
Floralawn Irrigation Emergency After Hours: 863-225-9565 (Starting at 5pm all calls get routed directly to the on-call manager)
Friday 6:30am-7pm, Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm
Stonegate Golf Club Directory: 863-427-7150
C3 Wellness Spa: 407-914-9168
Violations & Compliance: 863-427-7151, 863-256-2897 or Compliance@SolivitaHOA.com
Visitor/Vendor Gate Access Voice Server: 863-313-1314
Security Gatehouses
VILLAGE CENTER HOURS CONTACT LIST
Supervisor: 407-989-2417
The Palms: 863-496-1530
FitnessMonday-ThursdayCenter 6:30am -9pm
K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930 or Fax: 863-496-7931
Parkway Gate: 863-286-0329
Happy Hour Daily 3pm-7pm and All Day on Sundays
We’re bringing three uniquely different tropical areas including the Florida Keys, Latin Quarter, and the Caribbean Islands throughout the Village Center! Each area will have its own music, entertainment, food, specialty drink, lighting, outdoor seating, and ambiance. The tropical breezes are calling, so join us on October 7th. For more info, see page E2. Photos by Peggy Biwer, Judie Chiappone, Bill Labita and Joe Thomas.
Starlite Ballroom Daily 8am-11pm
Weekdays 5pm-8pm and Weekends 12pm-5pm
Kids Pool Monday-FridayHours 12pm-4pm
Monday-Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 9am-1pm and Sunday Closed
The Palms Amenity Center: 863-496-1530 or Fax: 863-496-0914
Venezia Gate: 407-603-2397
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Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130
Monday-Thursday 6:30am-9pm
FridaySaturday-Sunday6:30am-7pm7am-7pm
A Touch of Class Pages 22-25 Club & Support Group Meeting Lists Pages 26-30
NOVEMBER SUBMISSIONS
Mosaics Special Nights Page 17
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Advertisements Pages 57-96
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Evergreen Lifestyles Management reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by ELM and the respective community the event is happening in, without expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. ELM may use the photograph/ video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by ELM including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian.
Future Events Insert Page E3
Wellness Events Page 21
SOLIVITA ID CARDS
Monthly Calendar (back of Activities Events) Insert
Events You Do Not Want to Miss Insert Page E2
Insert Pages E1-E3
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Department Articles Pages 4-16
Activities Events (back of calendar)
PHOTO RELEASE AGREEMENT
ADVERTISING INFO
NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS
OCTOBER TABLE OF CONTENTS
REFLECTIONS DELIVERY
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Email submissions to Reflections@Evergreen-LM.com
Newsletter Submission & Advertising Info Page 3
Community Events Pages 17-21
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Tuesday, November 1st
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. For More Info: Visit the advertising website at SolivitaAdvertising.com, call 863-440-0377, or email SolivitaAdvertising@Evergreen-LM.com
If you are leaving Solivita or returning to the community and want to change the status of the Reflections delivery to your home, you can do this on the Gate Website. Log on to the website at websites. vertilinc.com/solivitahoa and click the Reflections button or tab. Change delivery status to YES or NO. Contact Membership for log on information at SolivitaMembership@Evergreen-LM.com.
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? » SolivitaHOA.com: SolivitaCommunications@ Evergreen-LM.com » Reflections: Reflections@Evergreen-LM.com » Community Channel 732: CommunityChannel@ Evergreen-LM.com
DECEMBER SUBMISSIONS
Thursday Night Movie & Event Photos Insert Page E1
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Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Friday, September 30th. Club insert copies are due by Thursday, October 20th, but must be approved by the Club Manager, Sheri Wollschlager (SWollschlager@ Evergreen-LM.com) or the Communications Director, Doug Gilbert (SolivitaCommunications@EvergreenLM.com) before they are copied.
Neighborhood Captains News Page 56
If you’ve lost your ID card, notify the Membership Office at 863-427-7143 or SolivitaMembership@Evergreen-LM. com. It will be deactivated until you get a replacement ID.
Club News Pages 31-55
Chance for Clubs to Receive Proceeds from Holiday Charity Show
e. Event information is shown on Community Channel 732, on your Spectrum TV that is connected to a digital box.
Activities Insider Activities Event Fliers
BY JANA MALIK DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
3. I don’t know how to purchase tickets online. Purchasing tickets online is a simple and easy process. You’ll need to have or register for an account on SolivitaHOA.com
All Activities events and Solivita University class tickets go on sale the first business day of the month before the event date. For example, October event tickets go on sale the first business day of September. The majority of our events do not sell out and those that do, typically do not sell out immediately. If an event is sold out, call or visit the Activities’ office to have your name added to a waitlist. In order to plan and order supplies, we start selling the month before.
As we start the fall season and snowbirds are returning, the Activities event calendar is in full swing with lots to offer! There are a few misconceptions that I hear when speaking with residents and I wanted to clarify them as I don’t want anyone to miss out on the fun. Here are the most common ones:
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a. We post all the Activities events in the current month on a full page ad in the monthly Reflections newsletter, usually towards the front.
Solivita Volunteers, Log Sheet Are Due
Ad in Reflections Activities
A limit of (4) four registered Solivita clubs will receive proceeds from the December 5, 2022 Holiday Show to donate to the club’s charity of choice. If your club is interested, scan the QR code to be directed to the RSVP questionnaire to be entered in the chance drawing. You may also go to SolivitaHOA.com, click on the Calendars & Maps icon
2. I can’t get tickets.
On the Home Page is a “Purchase Activities Events Tickets or Solivita University Classes HERE” button. There you will see a list of all Activities event tickets. You do not need to log-in to anything else again. We have a ‘Pay Later’ option if you prefer to pay by cash or check that is held up to 7 business days before the event. If you need to open a SolivitaHOA.com account, use Evergreen as the confidential first time password. If you would like a quick tutorial, stop by the Activities Department office, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, we’d love to show you.
Hope You’re Ready, it’s Going to be a Busy Few Months!
d. Listed on SolivitaHOA.com under Calendars & Maps, in the Activities Events and Solivita University Classes calendar by the event or class date.
Department Articles
questions, email or call Activities Department at SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com or 863-427-7125. July 2022 Activities Program Trivia MONDAYS $7 » GALLERY RESERVE TABLE DRINKONLINESELECTION Karaoke WEDNESDAYS FARMER’S11AM–1PMMARKETLOCATIONPARKTO ThursdayNightMovie THURSDAY,JULY7TH 7PM COMPLIMENTARYBALLROOMENTRANCE,POPCORN&LEMONADEMOVIELISTINGONTHEBACKOFTHECALENDARINSERT TapasChef’s&SangriaCookingDemo THURSDAY,JULY BALLROOM12PM$12MysteryMurderDinnerFRIDAY,JULY15TH 5PMBALLROOM»$35 FRIDAY,JULYSATURDAY,JULY $20BALLROOMMATINEEEVENINGS WhiteRed,&BlueStreetParty MONDAY, 4THCOMPLIMENTARYVILLAGE ENTRANCEFOOD TRUCKS, MUSIC, KIDSAMERICA SAYS GAMEFIREWORKS Clue: OnStagePlay ConcertWineDownontheChessLawnWEDNESDAY,JULY20TH WELCOME6:30PM-8:30PMCENTERCOURTYARDBRINGYOURFOODCONCESSIONCASHBAR
c. We send out by email blast our professional monthly “Activities Insider” which also lists the events coming up.
f. Coming Soon: We’ll resume posting our event fliers on the community bulletin boards located in the Ballroom, Ceramics Gallery, Mediterranean Skyline rooms and at The Palms by the aerobic room.
b. On the back of the monthly newsletter tri-fold calendar insert, we detail all the upcoming events for the current month as well as the following two months.
SolivitaHOA.com Home Page Community Channel 732
1. I didn’t know that event was happening. When we hear this, it surprises me because we promote the events several ways. Here are a few places where you can be informed on the upcoming monthly events:
Turn in your Solivita Volunteer Log Sheet to the Activities office by Monday, October 10th. Hours helping a Solivita department from March 1st through October 7, 2022 are being accepted. Thank you to all the Solivita volunteers; we cannot do what we do without your help!
SPECIAL NIGHTS ReadFARMER’SWEDNESDAYS11AM–1PMMARKETLOCATIONINFREEDOMPARKTOGOONLYmoreinformation and who is permitted to attend these events on the back of the monthly newsletter calendar or go to SolivitaHOA.com Home Page and click on the RSVP or Purchase Ticketed Events icon. For questions, email or call Activities Department at SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com or 863-427-7125. Trivia SELECT MONDAYS AT 4PM & 7PM $7 » RESERVE YOUR TABLE & PURCHASE YOUR LIMITED DRINKONLINESELECTION SPECIAL NIGHTS Karaoke SELECT COMPLIMENTARYTUESDAYS6PM-9PMCASHBAR TropicalNightFRIDAY,OCTOBER7THVILLAGECENTER6:30PM»$12THREETROPICALAREASEACHWITHLIVEMUSIC CommunityYardSaleFREEDOMOCTOBERSATURDAY,1STPARK8AM-11AM$5VENDORSPACE ladiesleadingPLAYBYKENLUDWIG MOVIECOMPLIMENTARYTHURSDAY,$20SATURDAY,FRIDAY,OCTOBER14THAT7PMOCTOBER15THAT3PM&7PM$15MATINEEEVENINGSHOWSOCTOBER27TH7PM»BALLROOMENTRANCE,POPCORN,ANDLEMONADELISTINGISONTHEBACKOFTHECALENDARINSERT OCTOBERTHURSDAY,27TH4PM-7PMFREEDOMPARKDJ»CASHBARSEATING MovieNight WineConcertDown WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19TH6:30PM-8:30PM » CHESS LAWNBY THE GRILLE » BRINGYOUR OWN CHAIR » FOODCONCESSION & CASH BAR Spooktacular VILLAGEOCTOBERSATURDAY,29THCENTER»BAND,COMPLIMENTARY5PMENTRANCEFOODTRUCKS,DJ,SILENTDANCE,PHOTOBOOTH COSTUMEPARADECONTEST,& Street Party
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Jana’s article continued from page 4 and then select the Activities Events and Solivita University calendar. Go to the October 20th date and fill out the RSVP questionnaire for the chance drawing or stop by the Activities office. Clubs must apply by October 20th at 4pm. A drawing will then be held from the applications received to select the winners. The show is “A Divas’ Holiday.” Tickets to attend and support these clubs’ charities will be available starting on Tuesday, November 1st.
Freedom Park, Village Center, Restaurant and Building Closings
• Restaurants and Buildings Closing at 3pm: The Bistro, Mosaics, the Waterfront Galleries and Mediterranean Skyline Rooms.
1. Saturday, October 1st - Community Yard Sale
» 2nd Place: 4 Doors Down – Tony and Kay Manis and Brenda and Al Alfisi. With only one wrong answer, they got to brag to their neighbors on what a great job they did. This group couldn’t stop talking about how much fun they had, how much work they recognized was done in putting this event together and how they enjoyed participating!
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• Golf Cart Parking Closing: Golf Cart Parking will be closed all day along the Village Center from the Ballroom to K&M Drugs for event setup.
2. Friday, October 7th – Tropical Night
• Street Closing: Village Center street will close from 3pm-10:30pm.
The Winners Are ...
• Street Closing: Village Center street will close to vehicles from 2pm-11pm.
1. Painting Winners held at the Clue: On Stage Plays by Jonathan Lynn. Three beautiful hand painted paintings were graciously donated by members of the Solivita Artisan Guild to Solivita Activities, to give as a chance drawing to one lucky attendee per play, as an extra special element to purchasing tickets. We want to thank the Solivita Artisan Guild for working with us on this project. Each winner was thrilled and have already hung them up in their homes.
2. 2022 Golf Cart Rally Route 1 Winners
» 1st Place: Team Sunsetters – Don and Mary Anne Schildknecht, Bob and Deb Stanley. This is their 2nd year participating in the Golf Cart Rally and they got zero answers wrong! They felt this year’s clues were very clever and made sure they got them all right.
3. Saturday, October 29th – Spooktacular Costume Contest, Parade and Street Party
July 29th 7pm Play: Charlene Chaim’s painting was won by Adam Miclette
• Building Closing at 5pm: Riviera Spa & Fitness Center.
• Golf Cart Parking: Golf Cart Parking will be closed all day from the Ballroom to the Art Gallery and behind the Bistro for event setup.
• Freedom Park Recreation events are CANCELLED until 12pm.
July 30th 7pm Play: Matthew Hoffman’s digital collage was won by Jean Kloss
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July 30th 3pm Play: Sharlah Holder’s painting was won by Carole Surkis
3. 2022 Golf Cart Rally Route 2 Winners
» 2nd Place: The M2’s – Lisa and Richard Watt, Sherry and Rich Wolfer. This group definitely followed the expression “The early bird gets the worm” because they were first in line for Route #2. With only 2 answers wrong, they had the fastest time of both routes! WATCH OUT for The M2’s!
Yard of the Month
» 1st Place: Four Fabulous Feisty Females – Diane Smith, Nancy Picarello, Edie Stauffer, Nancy Baron. This is the 2nd time this team has won the Golf Cart Rally! Even though their driver from last year moved from Solivita, Edie gladly stepped up to fulfill that role. Will a third time be a charm for these fabulous feisty females?
Let’s Get Busy and Keep The Party Going!!!Rally:2nd Place - 4 Doors DownRally 1: 1st Place - Team Sunsetters Rally 2: 2nd Place - The M2’s Rally 2: 1st Place Four Fabulous Feisty Females
REFLECTIONS | OCTOBER 2022 7 Department Articles Jana Malik JMalik@Evergreen-LM.com863-427-7125
Our latest Yard of the Month is the lovely home of Bruce and Delia Tucci located at 314 Palo Alto Place. Bruce has a green thumb when it comes to making plants flourish in the harsh sub-tropical climate in Solivita. Their landscape includes some colorful varieties of crotons, ixora and other plants in a well-appointed semiprivate courtyard at the front of their home. A big shout out to Luis Velez from Evergreen for his prompt monthly moving of our sign, Brad Thompson from Floralawn for his photo skills, and our secret judges for their unbiased choices. Will your yard be next? Stay tuned. Happy Fall!
Jana’s article continued from pages 4 & 6
Answer Your Technology Questions
Donation Day
Thursday, October 6th • 10am-2pm • Freedom Park
Tuesday, October 4th • 6pm-8pm • The Palms
A “Tip Jar” will be provided for residents who wish to contribute to New Dimensions National Honor Society fundraising efforts.
» St. Vincent de Paul
» Monster Food Drive
• November 1st at 10am in The Palms
• November 3rd from 10am-2pm in Freedom Park
New Dimension Honor Society Students Help
Upcoming Events in November:
Saturday, October 29th • 10am-12pm • The Palms
» Advanced registration is required for these sessions; there are a limited number of time slots available.
» Senior Self-Defense Class
» Habitat for Humanity
• November 10th at 10am in The Palms
Please Note:
R2R Resource Center SolivitaR2R@gmail.com863-236-9973
» Register by calling the Resource Center at 863-2369973 or email SolivitaR2R@gmail.com.
» Preparing for End of Life Presentation
• November 29th at 10am in The Palms
The R2R Resource Center is Here for You!
The students are coming back to Solivita to work with residents who have questions or problems with their devices (including cell phones, tablets, laptops, smart watches, or any device small enough to be carried). Whether you have a simple question, or simply don’t understand your device at all, a New Dimension student will be available to work with you, one-on-one, to find a solution.
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Who Will be Here:
» Things to do During the Holidays Presentation
These organizations will be collecting household goods, clothing, furniture, etc.
» Provide a brief description of the device and what you need help with.
Tired of the clutter, doing some fall cleaning, or just want to get rid of a few things; just drop off your unwanted items at Freedom Park.
Hosted by the Fall Arts & Crafts Festival Committee and Solivita Activities Saturday, November 5th 10am-4pm Village Center Rain or Shine The Village Center will be closed to vehicle traffic from 7am-5pm, except to festival vendors. Free Kidz Zone Kids Crafts, Face Painting, Popcorn, DJ Silly Nilly, Big Drawing Board, Cornhole, Fall Leaf Pile OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FREE ADMISSION PETS & SMOKING NOT PERMITTED IN FESTIVAL AREAS Festival Bake Shoppe + Festival Photo Spot with Art & Craft Props FoodFestivalEatery in the Entertainment:RoundaboutBistroStrollingPlantGuyandSingingGuitarist 130+ Arts and Crafts BoothsFund Drive to Benefit Local Food Pantry Photos by Gaby Backert, Linda Dombchik, Irene Stecher, Joe Thomas, Susan Katsoff & Susan Messina Jazz Music, Int’l Guitarist, Steel Drums, and the Kara & Kevin Duo Band 21st Annual 20thCommemorativeAnniversaryT-ShirtSales Wine, Beer & Art Garden in the Welcome Center Courtyard
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so take the time to acknowledge the importance of the fight to eliminate cancer.
» You can also experience a gravity optical illusion located at Spook Hill in Lake Wales. The hill makes you feel like you are driving up hill while you are going downhill.
Enjoy falling leaves, live music, and hayrides at this free event on October 21st and 22nd. For more information, visit celebrationtowncenter.com
Columbus Day on October 10th, is a public holiday in many parts of the United States that commemorates the voyage of Christopher Columbus to the Americas in 1492. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is also celebrated on the same day as Columbus Day honoring the nation’s first inhabitants.
Community Concierge SDestefano@Evergreen-LM.com863-427-7100
National Boss Day
» Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween - visit disneyworld. disney.go.com.
Are your fangs ready to munch on some wicked treats on October 31st? I know mine are!
The 90-Minute Downtown Walking Tour on October 15th is at 10am. Join this walking tour to learn about the architecture of the historic buildings in Lake Wales. The Lake Wales History Museum will present the 46th Annual Pioneer Days Festival on October 29th and 30th. Are you looking for an old-fashioned family event? If so, look no further. At this free entrance community festival, you can enjoy craft vendors, live music, festival food, beer, wine, old fashioned games, hay piles, face painting, photo station and a pumpkin patch with pumpkins for sale. For more information about both the events above located at the Lake Wales History Museum, visit lakewaleshistory.org
Lake Wakes History Museum October Events
Kissimmee FORD Taste of Latino
Celebration Oktoberfest
BY SHELLEY DESTEFANO COMMUNITY CONCIERGE
If you still have a boss, take a moment to show them a little appreciation for all that they do on October 16th.
Wander out if you dare and enjoy the holidays and delightful events in the area this month.
Spooktacular October Events!
Looking for More Halloween Adventures? Check Out These Venues!
Breast Cancer Awareness
» Old Town’s annual haunted house is open Wednesday through Sunday at 6pm with an $18 entrance fee - visit mortemmanor.com
» SeaWorld’s HOWL-O-SCREAM - visit seaworld.com/ orlando/events/howl-o-scream
Halloween
» Universal Halloween horror nights for adults and older teenagers - visit halloweenhorrornights.com.
» Visit harvestholler.com for this outdoor event that includes a pumpkin patch and a corn maze. Entry is $15 for adults. They are located at 950 Tavares Road, Polk City, FL 33868.
If so, please look for the Activities email blast or visit the Concierge page on SolivitaHOA.com. Instead of staying boxed in this October, choose to let others see the beautiful spirit that lies within. I hope your spirit is bright enough to keep your JackO-Lantern lit so you can always find your way to the surface. If not, I am sure others will be there to give you some energizer batteries.
Thirsty for More Thrills?
Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
October 8th is Taste of Latin, which is a Latin, wine, art, and music festival that runs from 11am-6pm located in downtown Kissimmee. For more information, visit tasteoflatino.com
REFLECTIONS | OCTOBER 2022 11 Department Articles Riviera Spa & Fitness Center 9 am 12 pm Raffle Prizes Best Costume Prize Health & Wellness Vendors Free Health Checks Cholesterol & Glucose checks Joint screenings Flu Shots Halloween Themed Event Please don’t forget to mark your calendars for this year’s Annual Health Fair. Scheduled for Wednesday, October 19, 2022. We will be bringing in many of your familiar and local vendors for the event. Remember, this will be a themed event, so feel free to wear your most creative or scariest costume and come out to join the fun.
The information called for on this form can be invaluable to emergency response personnel or our CERT members and its rapid collection would be a benefit for both pre-hospital and hospital
Now, let’s talk about how you can help save your own life. It’s very simple, just put together what’s known as a “Vial of Life.”
Pre-printedcare.forms
The Solivita Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) along with the Solivita Resident to Resident Resource Center and Polk County Sheriff’s office distributes medical information forms along with the containers.
• Stop the Bleed classes
Whatimportant.isaVial
Placing this information in a convenient place (ideally the top shelf of your refrigerator in a sealed container or zipper bag)
• Emergency Contacts
BY BILL GROSS TEAM LEADER OF SOLIVITA CERT
During the hysteria which can arise from a mass disaster (hurricane, tornado, etc.) or even from serious personal injury from an accident or medical emergency, critical information about you may not be readily available. You may be unconscious, delirious, or not be able to communicate to emergency response personnel. Furthermore, your spouse/roommate may be too emotional to adequately inform the emergency responders of your medical conditions. This is where the Vial of Life is
along with stickers to put on your refrigerator are available at the Resident-to-Resident Resource Center, located above the Bistro. If you already have a vial and need to update the information, you can download a form from the Solivita HOA website. Click on “Get Connected,” then “Clubs,” then in the grey box “Clubs: C-D-E,” then in the grey box that appears: “CERT” and under the Documents section in the middle, click on “Vial of Life – Make as needed for each household member.”
• CERT’s role in a large-scale disaster
• Hurricane Preparedness
of Life? It’s a listing of your:
If you have questions regarding these forms or need more forms, please contact CERT at 863-514-6728, the Residentto-Resident Resource Center at 863236-9973 or ask any CERT member.
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• Prescriptions and Over the Counter Medicines
help emergency responders to provide the best care for you if you become injured or ill.
We’ve talked, in the past, about how to help your fellow residents through:
Save a Life - YOURS with a Vial of Life
• Your Primary Care Doctor
• Medical Conditions
• Check, Call, Compress and AED classes
Sunday, November 13th · 7:30pm · Starlite Ballroom
Raffles, Goody Bags and Prizes (4 Closest to the Pin, Hole in One Challenge, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place). 4 Person Scramble. $60/Person or $240/Foursome. Register NOW by scanning the QR Reader or go to the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page. For more information, please contact the Activities Department at 863-427-7125 or email SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com.
The Lovettes Show
$20 General Admission; $25 Early Open Show Seating (EOSS). Tickets available starting October 3rd at 9am by scanning the QR Reader or go to the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page.
Save the Dates November 11th-13th
Saturday, November 12th at The Oaks at Stonegate Golf Registration: 7am-8am · Shotgun Start: 8:30am
Friday, November 11th · 9am Freedom Park Veterans Memorial & Ballroom
All proceeds will benefit the Tunnel To Towers Foundation
Veterans Day Memorial Service & Breakfast
$12 per person. Guest of all ages welcome. Tickets available starting Monday, October 3rd at 9am by scanning the QR Reader or go to the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page.
Golf Tournament & Awards Luncheon
2022 Great Decision (GD) Discussions Annual Pass –COMPLIMENTARY ENTRANCE
Tuition: 2022 Art and Literary Lecture Pass or $5 at the door
Next Art Lecture: November 15th – Van Gogh
Tuition: 2022 Art and Literary Lecture Pass or $5 at the door
Beginners Conversational Spanish Course
October courses are open for registration now. Starting on Monday, October 3rd, registration for the November courses will open at 9am by scanning the QR Reader or go to the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page. On the Home Page there is a Purchased Ticketed Event or Class HERE button. No studying, tests or exams are given, just enlightening topics to keep your mind energized. All classes are 90 minutes long unless otherwise noted. Solivita University class calendar and faculty biographies can be found on SolivitaHOA.com under Get Connected. Adult guests welcome. For more information, call the Activities Office at 863-427-7125 or email SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com.
2023 Great Decision Discussion Annual Pass and Book –
Lecturer : Jan Clanton, Art Historian Class Description: Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was the originator of the term Renaissance Man. He was a polymath: a painter, sculptor, botanist, mathematician, and engineer. He was a genius with great curiosity about our world.
PRE-ORDER DISCOUNT
Art Lecture – Leonardo da Vinci
Home Page, click on the Online Merchandise Store to purchase this pass, or scan the QR Code.
Co-Sponsored by the Solivita University Committee and Activities
Next Literary Lecture: November 21st – How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes
8 week Course: Mondays, October 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st in Mosaics • Wednesdays, October 12th, 19th, 26th and November 2nd in Aegean Room • Classes at 9:30am
Class Description: It is set in a society which at first appears to be utopian but is revealed to be dystopian as the story progresses.
Check out their discussion at The Palms, no material provided, to see what it is all about at no charge.
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.
Professor : Thomas Gallagher, PhD
The 2023 GD Annual Pass cost will be $38 (or $43 for two sharing a book) in the month of October ONLY. Go to the SolivitaHOA.com
2022 Art and Literary Lecture Pass –REDUCED PRICE
Tuition: $40 per student
October Discussion Topic: Industrial Policy
Literary Lecture – The Giver by Lois Lowry
Each year the Foreign Policy Association produces a study guide with nine of the most critical global issues facing America. Great Decisions discussions are moderated in person by Thomas Gallagher Ph.D and virtually by Mary Ellen Roberts and Len Trushkosky.
» Tuesday, October 11th at 11am over Zoom
Great Decision (GD) Discussions
This pass will allow residents admittance to any of approximately four Art and Literary Lectures remaining this year for $10. 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. If you choose not to purchase an Annual Pass and want to attend
Monday, October 24th Gator Room at 4pm
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» Wednesday, October 12th at 4pm at The Palms
Tuesday, October 18th Ballroom at 1pm
Course Description: iPads and iPhones are powerful computers that we carry with us. Learn how to keep your
Fridays, November 11th, 18th, 25th, December 2nd and 9th
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Tuition: $20 per student
Tuesdays, October 11th, 18th and 25th
Look Back to Oscar’s Memorable Moments
Course Description: Learn the two verbs “To & Be = Ser & Estar” and the rules which govern the use of each through dialogue. These verbs and the interrogatives will also be learned. Assorted vocabulary lists will be provided. Students will be able to request phrases to use for a working vocabulary that will help when speaking to Spanish speakers.
Professor : Richard Goldsmith, Ph.D
Professor : Thomas Gallagher, Ph.D.
Controversial U.S. Constitutional Cases
Tuition: $25 per student, not including the book
Instructor : Carmen Boos
Gator Room at 4pm
Instructor : Donna McIlwain
Course Requirement: Bring your iPhone and/or iPad to each class for hands on use
Ins and Outs of the iPhone and iPad
information secure, find your devices or friends, share photos and videos, take photos while videoing! Use iCloud folders, create a hotspot, sync via Bluetooth to your car, speakers, and earbuds. Understand how to use the various keyboard features and MUCH MORE! This course does not cover Android devices.
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Course Description: Cases in U.S. Constitutional Law that have had a significant influence on American life will be discussed. The backgrounds of these cases and the results of these Decisions will be examined.
Continuation Course: Bridge Defense 102 will be offered on Fridays starting in January 2023.
Tuesdays, October 11th, 18th, 25th and November 1st Gator Room at 5:30pm
Tuition: $25 per student
RSF2 at 1pm
Mosaics at 1:30pm
Textbook : Defense in the 21st Century is to be ordered by students from Baron Barclay or Amazon.
Class Information: The class will vote whether to skip November 25th and add December 16th.
Course Description: Bridge players spend half of their time at the table defending the hand. This course will help that time spent to be more valuable. This 5-week course will cover Opening Leads, Second and Third Hand Play and will include some work on Signals.
Course Disclaimer : Select videos may include
Movies affect many of us powerfully because the combined impact of images, music, dialogue, lighting, sound, and special effects can elicit deep feelings and help us reflect on our lives. They can help us to better understand our own lives and the lives of those around us and even how our society and culture operate.” (Psychology of Movies) Join me as we journey back through the Oscar Award winning films to remember some of the best films ever made!
Instructor : Catherine Larson
Thursdays, October 13th, 20th and 27th
Bridge Defense 101
Tuition: $20 per student
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the resident who recently passed away.
SPEED ENFORCEMENT
We turned off Solivita’s irrigation in late May since summertime brings us plenty of regular rainfall. Now that summer rains have tapered off, we’ll be turning on the irrigation system again. Watch out for the sprinklers.
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If you have any questions or comments, give us a call at 863225-9565, or stop by our Floralawn office in the Admin Building in the Village.
Changes to Mowing Schedule and Irrigation
The first sign that an area of turf may have brown patch fungus disease is when it turns yellow. The yellow grass turns brown and spreads out in a circular shape. Sometimes a few green blades are visible in the middle of the patch.
prolonged periods, it becomes susceptible to this disease. Fall mornings with low fog, overcast days, and cool nights keep moisture on the grass and encourage the fungus.
Enjoy the cooler days!
My October Coffee Talk is set for the 28th at 9am in Mosaics. Come hang out with me for a little while; bring your questions.
Turfgrass growth will slow soon. We’re mowing weekly this month, but on October 30th, we’ll shift to the bi-weekly mowing schedule.
Pruning of Fakahatchee Grasses
Brown patch fungus disease is a turfgrass threat that we have to watch out for, especially in the fall. When grass is wet for
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BY BRAD THOMPSON BRANCH MANAGER, FLORALAWN
Toward the end of this month, we’ll begin pruning native grass clumps throughout Solivita. You’ll see our crews at work on the Fakahatchee grass—those big mounds in the center median of Solivita Boulevard and also in various locations in the common areas. Fakahatchee grass in residential areas will also get pruned.
Coffee Talk
A FRIEND WHO HAS LEFT US, BUT IS FORGOTTENNOT
The fourth granular fertilizer application of the year is underway, as well as another community-wide herbicide treatment. The third sod replacement list and the third plant replacement list will be complete soon. (We do the replacement lists by zone. Don’t know what zone you’re in? Give us a call: 863-225-9565)
Monitoring Turf for Fall Fungus
The HOA, Security, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office receive multiple complaints of speeding each week and have been asked for their assistance in speed enforcement. Receiving a speeding ticket is not only financially costly, but can lead to much more serious results. A driver is six times more likely to have an accident when traveling 25% above the limit.
We watch Solivita’s turf grass closely for brown patch fungus because of the organism’s affinity for St. Augustine—the type of grass that grows throughout the whole community. (It also affects Bermuda, Bahia, Centipede, and other turfgrasses.) We treat it aggressively with fungicide.
October in Solivita
Last month, we officially said goodbye to summer and kicked off the fall. This month we’ll start enjoying some cooler days. At Solivita, our landscaping crews are still busy with maintenance duties and lawn care.
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