INSIDE President's Message
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Wine Club
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Sail Queen's Harbour
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Garden Calendar
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FEBRUARY 2015 • VOLUME 7 • ISSUE 2
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!
REMEMBER!!!
Annual Meeting February 24th, 6 p.m. at the country club
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Important Phone Numbers Queen’s Harbour Yacht and Country Club Controlled Access ...........................................................................................................................221-4734 Controlled Access Fax ................................................................................................................221-5993 Automated Voice Server ...........................................................................................................221-0727 JSO Non-Emergency ..................................................................................................................630-0500 Community Web site ....................................................................................................www.qhycc.com Property Owners Association 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday ....................................................... 221-8859 Architectural Review Board .................................................................................................. 221-8859 Tennis Pro Shop ..............................................................................................................220-6458, ext. 2 Harbourmaster 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Monday - Friday; 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Saturday - Sunday ...................................... 221-8865 Fitness Center ................................................................................................................................ 221-0039 Country Club information and reservations .................................................................220-2118 Club Membership ...........................................................................................................................221-4362 Golf Pro Shop ....................................................................................................................................221-1012 JEA customer care, loss of power, water or sewer problems, street light repair ..........................................................665-6000 City of Jacksonville .....................................................................................................630-CITY (2489)
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Queen’s Harbour
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
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ebruary might not be the best month to play golf or tennis, but for POA activity, it is a very busy month. You may have received, or soon will, a board of director resident candidate package with bios for those who have decided to run for the board. First, please let me congratulate those residents who have decided to step up for all of the residents in Queens Harbour by agreeing to run for the board. Second, my request is that everyone reading this memo will take the time to review this information in order to make an informed decision prior to voting. It is also important that you properly sign your ballot and return to the POA office by the date indicated if you do not plan to bring your ballot to the annual meeting. The next important event is the meet the candidates meeting at the POA multi-purpose room on February 10th. This meeting will start at 6:30 PM and is your opportunity to meet the candidates, listen to their ideas and thoughts about Queens Harbour, and ask them questions about any area that interests you as a resident. As a reminder, the regular scheduled monthly board meeting also for February 10th will start at 5:00, in order to accommodate this candidates meeting. Two weeks after the candidates meeting, on February 24th, we will hold our annual town hall meeting at the Country Club. Starting at 6:00 PM you can enjoy the excellent appetizers that the country club will have prepared for this occasion. Promptly at 6:30 our meeting will begin. As I mentioned in last month’s letter, each of our board of director members will give you an update about their respective areas of responsibility for 2014 with an eye toward 2015. It will be your opportunity to get the facts from those who know. Please mark your calendar for these important events. If you have been in the POA office recently you have probably noticed a few new faces. Angela Irizarry, our long time property manager, is transferring to another May Management office and her replacement is Heather Elliot, to whom Angela has been
trying to impart 12 years worth of knowledge. Heather brings a lot of previous property manager experience from other May Management positions. Additionally, Lisa Wallingford has joined our office staff two days a week to assist Aubrie Synan. You will see more information in this Gazette issue from Angela and Heather. If you are in the office area, please stop by and say hello to everyone. While you are there, enjoy the recently completed paved POA parking lot along with the newly painted parking lines. Speaking of paving, you will also see this spring the start of our ongoing community paving efforts to keep our roads in great shape. The first quarter of the year will bring improvements to our pool area. We will be replacing tiles, marciting the pool, and upgrading the pool deck. The plan calls for all of this work to be completed before the pool opening this summer. Speaking of the pool area, it is important to note that the swim team will continue to use our pool for practice and hold a couple of swim meets in 2015. Another situation that I want to let all residents know about concerns a possible new Queens Harbour “newsletter type of publication” that may show up in your mail in the next several months. This is a totally independent effort by a company that produces similar publications for communities across the country, with or without their support. Please note that the POA has no responsibility with this publication, and no input for any of the articles that you will see. We were contacted by the company putting this together, and our approach for now will be to take a wait and see attitude, relative to what our response may be. Let us know what you think. Please remember to come and meet the candidates, vote, and attend the annual meeting; it is important for our community. See you around the neighborhood. Jimmy Bryant
PLEASE REFRAIN FROM FEEDING WILD ANIMALS
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Queen’s Harbour Calendar of Events FEBRUARY 201 5 Sunday
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8:45 - 9:45 AM Body Sculpting
8:00 - 9:00 AM Morning Fit Mix with Lisa
9:00 - 10:00 AM Morning Fit Mix with Lisa
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1:00 PM ARB Submittal Deadline
Thursday 5
9:00 - 10:00 AM Jax Stroller Strength 9:00 - 10:00 AM Morning Fit Mix with Lisa
9:15 - 10:15 AM Jax Stroller Strength
Saturday 6
8:45 - 9:45 PM Body Sculpting and Core Training
9:00 - 10:00 AM Body Sculpting
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8:45 - 10:00 AM Body Sculpting 10:00 - 11:15 AM Peaceful Yoga
3:00 - 4:00 PM Tai Chi
9:00 - 10:00 AM Body Sculpting and Core Training
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9:15 - 10:15 AM Jax Stroller Strength
10:00 - 11:15 AM Peaceful Yoga
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4:00 PM ARB Meeting
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8:45 - 9:45 AM Body Sculpting and Core Training
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9:15 - 10:15 AM Jax Stroller Strength
5:00 PM February Board of Directors Meeting
10:00 - 11:15 AM Peaceful Yoga
9:00 - 10:00 AM Morning Fit Mix with Lisa
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HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
9:00 - 10:00 AM Body Sculpting
3:00 - 4:00 PM Tai Chi
6:30 PM Meet the Candidates
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8:45 - 9:45 AM Body Sculpting
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9:00 - 10:00 AM Body Sculpting and Core Training
8:00 - 9:00 AM Morning Fit Mix with Lisa
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9:15 - 10:15 AM Jax Stroller Strength
1:00 PM ARB Submittal Deadline
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10:00 - 11:15 AM Peaceful Yoga
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24 8:00 - 9:00 AM Morning Fit Mix with Lisa
25 4:00 PM ARB Meeting
9:15 - 10:15 AM Jax Stroller Strength 6:00 PM Annual Meeting at the country club
26 9:00 - 10:00 AM Morning Fit Mix 9:15 - 10:15 AM Jax Stroller Strength 3:00 - 4:00 PM Tai Chi
Sign up for these races in the Fitness Center
May 3rd
April 4th
Please check the online calendar for any changes made after posting in Queen’s Harbour Living.
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Queen’s Harbour
New landscaping requirements adopted The Board of Directors has adopted changes to Sections III (Architectural Planning Criteria) and IV (Landscaping Requirements) incorporating new landscaping requirements which became effective as of January 1, 2015. These changes affect existing homes and homes to be built. The changes incorporate the use of “Florida-Friendly Landscaping” guidelines adopted by the State of Florida in 2009. Under these new guidelines, the use of low-maintenance plants and environmentally sustainable practices are encouraged. Further, the Architectural Review Board’s (ARB) charge of maintaining the wooded, tree canopy coverage for our community has been strengthened. Therefore, when one or more trees is removed for any reason, mitigation or replacement will be required. When considering significantly changing landscaping materials and design, fully completed plans must be submitted to the ARB for approval prior to beginning the project. Incremental changes to aesthetically enhance the overall appearance of the landscape or substitute plant materials to compensate for existing sun, shade, soil or other adverse conditions do not need ARB approval. Please refer to Section IV for an expanded list of recommended trees and plant materials. In order to assist with selecting the correct material, the list includes a description of which plants will thrive under conditions of sun, shade and drought. Further, Section IV of the ARB Guidelines contains a complete “Landscape Plan Checklist” to assist both professionals and homeowners with renovations. Please note that the renovation of twenty-five percent (25%) or greater of the overall residence landscaping requires ARB approval. This information is available on the community website (www. qhycc.com). In addition, the staff at the POA is
available for assistance. The ARB is responsible for maintaining the tree canopy in our community. Normal trimming and slight canopy raising do not require approval, however, significant raising of the overall canopy will require the homeowner to notify the ARB Coordinator before work begins. Further, trees of six inches or larger at 4.5 feet above natural grade are defined as a “Protected Tree(s)” and as such may not be removed without prior approval from the ARB. A procedure has been established with Controlled Access to prevent tree removal contractors from entering the community without the completion of the necessary paperwork. A homeowner must have obtained a “Tree Removal Request/ Permit” in order to proceed with removal of a “Protected Tree(s)”. If a homeowner fails to comply, he/she will be required to replace the tree at their expense and face a possible fine as per community guidelines. Again, please refer to the ARB Guidelines on the community website for information on how to obtain a “Tree Removal Request/Permit.” The POA staff and the ARB Coordinator will be happy to assist. A change in which many residents will have interest involves “mulch.” Natural organic mulch includes pine straw, shredded pine bark, pine nuggets, leaves and shredded eucalyptus. The use of cypress mulch should be minimized. Rubber mulch is not permitted. Please refer to Section IV of the ARB Guidelines for more information. The ARB meets twice monthly and welcomes members of the community. If you are submitting a project for review, please make every effort to attend the meeting with your project on the agenda. In an effort to prevent long waiting periods, the ARB Coordinator will assign an approximate time for you and your contractor to attend the meeting. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
FEBRUARY 2015 MEETING AND SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE: WEDNESDAY, February 11 at 4:00 p.m. at the POA Office. Submittal Deadline is 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4 WEDNESDAY, February 25 at 4:00 p.m.. at the POA Office. Submittal Deadline is 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18 Architectural Review Board meetings are open to residents. Please attend if you have an item on the agenda submitted for review/approval.
Hello to all children and adults who love music and fun!!! Our New Jax Music Together Session Has Started... But you can still join!! We are featuring the BELLS Collection music for our Winter Session classes!! This is a 10 week session ending on Friday, March 13th. Registration forms are on our website: www. jaxmusictogether.com. The total tuition includes all materials (2 cds, songbook, downloads, dvd, newsletter, growth chart, and Music Together services).
Classes are held: Tuesdays at 3 pm and Fridays at 10 am in the Multi-Purpose Center. (Please see website www. jaxmusictogether.com for details &
forms. Come, visit our Facebook page and “Like” us, too. Children teach themselves through play, and “music learning is the basis of all learning” (Music Together, LLC). Our classes are approximately 45 minutes in length, and encompass a variety of song, dance movements, instrument play and rhythm “chants”. Music Together embraces multicultural music, as well as multiple rhythms and tonalities. Your first visit to a Music Together class is FREE, and there is a multiple child discount, as well as a special rate for 1 child families where the child is under 6 months of age. For more information or registration forms (also available at class), please visit our website @ www.jaxmusictogether.com.
Music classes for infants, children and the grownups who love them. Join us for singing, dancing y movement!
**Prices are prorated after the start date+++Multiple Child Discount Available**
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Queen’s Harbour
Angela Irizarry says goodbye to Queen's Harbour When I first walked in the door of Queens Harbour, the Community was still under Developer control. An Advisory Board tended to the day to day affairs. I spent my first weeks getting familiar with the neighborhood while driving along dirt roads through the woods in what we used to call the North 40. There was no Wonderwood overpass to drive under and no signage to let you know that you were on Saxon Lake Drive. I took a hike through the woods with a co worker one day just to see how far back we could go. We scared ourselves into thinking bears may be lurking about and quickly made our way back to the car. There was no Delfino Drive, Providence Island or Bella Riva Lane. The POA office was above the snack bar at the Country Club and I must admit that I still miss that view. We had dial up internet that would disconnect if anyone picked up the phone. The old copier would often trip the breakers which would
require a trek outside and downstairs to turn the lights back on. I loved my job and I loved my co workers. I was thrilled when we moved into the new POA building and felt that excitement again for you all as we built the fitness center. A few mourned the loss of the basketball court but agreed the new fitness center was fantastic. There have been many changes through the years and the neighborhood has grown in leaps and bounds. I have enjoyed taking this journey with you but my own path is leading me in a different direction and away from Queens Harbour. Your community feels like a second home to me in some ways and I will miss you all. I am excited for you as your new manager, Heather Elliott comes in with fresh eyes and new ideas. Please be good to her and make her feel a welcome. Angela Irizarry
New property manager A 9 year property management veteran, Heather Elliott has been employed with MAY since 2006. Prior to joining the MAY team, Heather worked extensively with MAY Resort Rentals as a business owner and subcontractor. Armed with a desire to work with people, Heather began her career with MAY as a Rental Manager. In 2008, she made the decision to expand her knowledge of property management and transferred to our Property Management Division in Saint Augustine. She assisted the Property Manager in the management of 12 Condominiums and Homeowners Associations. She obtained her CAM license and accepted a promotion to Property Manager in our Ponte Vedra Division. Heather’s passion for property management has allowed her to advance through the ranks and gain experience as a Rental Manager and a Portfolio Property Manager. Heather gets a great sense of satisfaction from working with homeowners and board members. Her reward? Overcoming obstacles, creating a sense of team work and building long lasting relationships.
Jaguars Club
Home Closings
Rick Richardson, QH Jaguars Club President
This is now the February issue of Queen’s Harbour Living and the second article of this 2015 season for the Jaguars. As you read this, the draft will be only two months away, and if you are probably like me, you are tired of all the speculation and what-if’s for what the Jaguars will do with their third overall pick. By the way, this is the same draft position we “enjoyed” last year. However, last year’s draft class turned out to be an outstanding group of rookies, many of whom played most of the year and made significant contributions to the team. Wait until they learn how to play in the NFL; they are going to be really good. To give themselves a leg up on the draft, the Jaguars coaching staff will have already coached the Senior Bowl for the second successive year. Last year’s experience with the top Seniors in the country playing for the South Team was a fantastic way for the coaching staff to get to personally know and evaluate the senior players on their team. The Jaguars frankly lucked out this year. The two coaching opportunities were originally offered to Tampa Bay and Tennessee. Turns out the Bucs turned the opportunity down, saying their coaching staff was incomplete; they were missing an Offensive Coordinator. Duh! So are the Jags, but when offered after Tampa’s turn down, the Jags jumped on it! Smart. Until the draft is here and then training camps, we might as well be in deep space as far as football goes. I hope Captains Shad, Dave and Gus put the Starship Jaguars into Warp 9 soon and keep it there all season! We are building a great team and this year’s draft class has helped to improve our team significantly. Is it too early to say “Come on next Football Season?” Want to join the Queen’s Harbour Jaguars Club? If you do, contact Rick Richardson @ 904.220.0086 or rickjax@bellsouth.net. Go Jags!
Homes for Sale: 48 Pending closings as of December 1: 0 Total closings recorded year-to-date: 63 41 Non-Harbour 1 Providence Island 18 Harbor
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Queen’s Harbour Tennis
2015 Spring Junior Tennis Clinics PEANUTS
Ages 3-5 yrs. Mon. and Wed. 3:30-4pm $8 per class
FUTURE STARS
Ages 6-12 yrs. Mon. and Wed. 4-5pm $15 per class
JUNIOR TRAINING
Ages Proper Level Mon. and Wed. 5-6:30pm $22 per class
Call 221-8859 x 2 for more information or to sign your child up
Ladies Beginner Tennis Clinic FRIDAYS 9:00-10:00am
2015 Spring Adult Tennis Clinics: Ladies
COST: $15
A Clinic: Monday 8-9:30am — $22
Come learn the game of tennis with the Queen’s Harbour Tennis Professionals. Learn to play, have some fun, meet new friends and get some great exercise while you do it.
B Clinic: Monday 9:30-11am — $22
Call 221-8859 x2 for more information or to sign up
C Clinic: Monday 11am-12:30pm — $22 Working Women Clinic: Wed. 6:30-7:30pm — $15 Beginner Ladies Clinic: Friday 9-10am — $15 Ladies Drill Clinic: Saturday 10-11am — $15
Men Senior Men's Clinic: Tuesday 9-10am — $15 Men’s Drill Clinic: Thursday 6:30-7:30pm — $15 Men’s Drill Clinic: Saturday 9-10am — $15 We encourage you to sign up for clinics via CourtsideUSA.com. Please call 221-8859 x2 for any additional information.
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FROM THE GATE HOUSE The majority of complaints that are received in the gate house are regarding speeding or some other type of erratic driving. There is no easy fix for this problem, but below is some food for thought: As the old public service campaign so succinctly put it, “Speed kills.” Research has shown that for every mile per hour you drive, the likelihood of your being in an accident increases by four to five percent [source: ERSO]. At higher speeds, the risk increases much more quickly. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explains the consequences of fast driving quite simply: “Speeding is one of the most prevalent factors contributing to traffic crashes. The economic cost to society of speeding-related crashes is estimated by NHTSA to be $40.4 billion per year. In 2008, speeding was a contributing factor in 31 percent of all fatal crashes, and 11,674 lives were lost in speedingrelated crashes” [source: NHTSA]. For your average drive across town, driving even 10 mph faster is only going to save you a few minutes -- while increasing your crash risk by as much as 50 percent. Even on long trips, the time you’ll save is inconsequential compared to the risks associated with speeding. Take your time and obey posted speed limits. If you really need to get there as fast as possible, there’s one foolproof solution: Leave earlier.
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Queen’s Harbour Wine Club News Queen’s Harbour Wine Club March Madness Begins in February The Queen’s Harbour Wine Club will tip off March Madness a bit early when we host our meeting this month on Tuesday, February 17th. Please come dressed casually in the colors and logo wear of your favorite team as Sommelier Kris Chislett brings wines that pair well with game day food. Our December meeting saw lots of festive attire and everyone was in the Christmas spirit as the photos attest. Thanks again to Valerie and Donnie Fain for hosting us in their beautifully decorated home. The February meeting will be on the third Tuesday of the month due to a meeting at the Queen’s Harbor POA and will be at the home of Suzanne and Clark Robertson, along with their co-hosts, Michele Menzer and Lance Day. The Robertson’s address is 13761 Saxon Lake Drive South. This meeting will be limited to annual members only who have already signed up for year of 2015. As always, Wine Club begins at 7:00 p.m. and you must RSVP prior to the meeting. To RSVP, just call Suzanne at (904) 228-1114 or send her an email to suzrob1314@gmail.com. Remember to bring your wine glasses and a few extra dollars for the raffle. Several members have already signed up to host this year but we still have dates available for you to host the group in your home. The Wine Club meetings are always held on the fourth Tuesday of each month and you are reimbursed a set amount for each person who attends. The Wine Club committee will assist you from start to finish. This is a great way to get to know your fellow members and your Queen’s Harbour neighbors. If you have questions about hosting, contact Valerie Fain at (260) 433-1500 or v.fain@att.net. Lots of fun things are planned for this year so don’t miss out because 2015 is going to be an exciting year for the Queen’s Harbor Wine Club! Cheers!
Suzanne, Valerie, Beth, Martha & “Dollar Bill” Dan
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Queen’s Harbour Golf News
In spite of the chilly weather, the LGA members are on the course. Thanks to Lydia and Shari for organizing the weekly games during our quirky Florida winter days which even included some snow flurries! Please note that during the month of February tee times are 9:30 am for the nine hole group and 10:00 am for the eighteen hole players.
Upcoming Events: February 22nd – Couples Golf March 17th and 19th – “Bee Fabulous” and join us for our Queen Bee Tournament According to the website shapefit.com, an online fitness advisor, it is possible to burn 400 – 700 calories while playing nine holes, even while using a cart! So, play golf and manage your exercise program at the same time. The LGA encourages members of all levels to join us for golf and, of course, lunch every Tuesday, Thursday and/or Saturday. Please call the Proshop, 221-1012 or Marilyn Lawson, 221-0483 for more information.
Christmas Light Recap
A wonderful photo by Queen's Harbors very own, Wayne Wright, of the outstanding Christmas lights for this past Holiday Season, done by Hulihan Territory Irrigation Systems.
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Queen’s Harbour Yacht Club
Rick Richardson and Bob Goll, past commodores of the Yacht Club who led the effort to create a sailing program as part of the Club. They continue to serve as co-chairs of SailQueen's Harbour.
Yacht Club News Mort Crim Commodore
Yacht Club members have lots of fun with their boats, but they don’t need boats to have fun. Nearly fifty captains and first mates gathered at the home of Carman Ragonese on a Saturday night in late January for a mixand-mingle party with live music and even livelier conversation. It was the wrap-up land event for an exciting Club year that has taken members from a weekend at the Fernandina Beach Shrimp Festival to a weekend in Havana, Cuba, and numerous cruise destinations in between. This also was the year we launched our sailing program, SailQueens Harbour. And, it’s not over yet: March 13-15, Yacht Club boats will make their final cruise of the season, docking at the Oyster Bay Yacht Club, where members
will then be shuttled to Amelia Island for the annual Concours d’Elegance antique car show. The Concours will be a “first” for the Yacht Club. Fleet Captain Robin Spence, who’s organizing this event, promises that those who sign up to attend will not be disappointed. This very active year for the Club will conclude with the traditional Commodore’s Ball at the Country Club on March 21, at which time the command flag will be transferred to Vice Commodore Frank Proctor. Frank and Julie already are planning a jam-packed 2015-16 season, including four land parties, the boat parade, Commodore’s Ball, four cruises, two wildcat cruises, and a special “Commodore’s Trip.” Details of the schedule were provided to members by Proctor at the Yacht Club’s February 7 annual business meeting and breakfast.
Veteran sailing instructor, Jack Feeney, explains the newly-launched SailQueen's Harbour program which, he emphasizes, is open to people of all ages, interested in learning to sail.
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Sail Queen’s Harbour
Sail Queen’s Harbour Rick Richardson Co-Chairman, Sail Queen’s Harbour
Sail Queen’s Harbour continues to grow and improve, and we welcome our new members who received their 2015 Sail Queen’s Harbour membership as Christmas presents! Now, those were some unique and great gifts! Way to go Santa. February is the kick-off for lots of activities at Sail Queen’s Harbour, and really marks the kick-off for our Spring sailing season. Specifically, our after-school youth programs resume, with the addition of our new STEM program, which will be taught by Ms. Shannon Brew. Developed by U. S. Sailing, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) teaches all four of these topics and makes learning fun, using the medium of sailing. Your child thinks math is boring and figuring out the square footage of a triangle is stupid? Well, in sailing, sails are triangles and too big a sail will turn a boat over, too small won’t go fast enough and just enough square footage…..need to know how to figure out Area=1/2 the base times the height. Remember that one? This is just one of them many practical examples used to make learning and sailing fun. PS, this is a program used my literally hundreds of yacht and sail clubs to help better students’ understandings of the world around them, all the while having fun and learning to become better sailors. Mark your calendar for 2/7. Sailing 101 and Sailing 102 both begin that day for adults who want to learn to sail or improve their skills. On 2/25, there will be a free seminar about sailboat racing as an introduction to our up-coming racing class and Wednesday night racing series. Finally, keep an eye on our new website SAILQHEENSHARBOUR. COM where you will find what’s happening and how to get involved. Until them, want to learn to sail and join Sail Queen’s Harbour? Contact Rick Richardson @ 904.220.0086 or rickjax@bellsouth.net. Let’s go sailing
Youth Classes Youth Classes
Start Date Spring 2015
SAILING
2-Feb
8-Sep
STEM
2-Feb
8-Sep
Start Day of the Date Fall Week 2015
Time
School Grade
Fall Sessions
Spring Sessions
Tue
4-6pm
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4-6pm
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SAILING
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Wed
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SAILING
4-Feb
10-Sep
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SAILING
6-Feb
12-Sep
Sat
10-Noon
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Parent/Guardian: Address: Phone1:
Phone2:
Email:
Please sign me up for the following : Tues - Sailing Tues - STEM Wed - Sailing Thu - Sailing SAT - Sailing
• 24 Sessions
$480 at Sign Up
• Split payment available
$260 at Sign up and $260 billed
• Fall or Spring ONLY - $300
$300 at Sign Up
Youth Sailor Name:___________________________________________________________ For More information contact: Make Checks payable to: Capt. Jack Sailing Capt Jack Feeney at 904 568 8405 Mail to: Sail Queens Harbour Attn: Rich Richardson 1050 Shipwatch Drive East Jacksovnillle, FL 32225 or SailQueensHarbour@gmail.com NOTE: after one season (Spring or Fall), sailors are required to be members of Sail Queen's Harbour
After-School and Saturday Mornings!
FIND ADULT SAILING INFORMATION ON PAGE 18
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Science Technology Engineering Math
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Sail Queen’s Harbour
New to Queen’s Harbour! Starting Feb. 2nd Tuesdays at 4pm 12 sessions Grades 6+ Find us at SailQueensHarbour.com
under “Sign- Up Forms” or contact Captain Jack Feeney captjack@bamvest.com
REACH is a program developed by US Sailing that teaches STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) as it pertains to Sailing. It is a program used by many Yacht Clubs and Sailing Centers to help better students understanding of the world around them while having fun sailing. For more information about US Sailings STEM program Please visit http://reach.ussailing.org
904-568-8405
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Sail Queen’s Harbour
Adult Instruction Item
2014
Sailing 101
6-Dec
Start Dates 2015
7-Feb
Day
Time
Sessions
7-Mar
11-Apr
Sat
1-3PM
4
Sailing 102
7-Feb 11-Apr
6-Jun
Sat
3-5PM
4
Racing 101
7-Mar 28-Mar 9-May
Sat
3-5PM
4
Big Boat Trip
24-Jan 21-Mar 3-May
Sat
9-5PM
1
Navigation
4-Feb 21-Oct 18-Nov
Wed
7-9PM
10
By Appointment
Private Lessons
Name: Address: Phone1:
Phone2:
Email:
Please sign me up for the following : Sailing 101 $80 Sailing 102 $80 Racing 101 $80 Navigation $200 Big Boat Trip $100 Private lessons $30/hr
Start Date: Start Date: Start Date: Start Date: Start Date: Please contact me to arrange time/date(s)
For More information contact: Capt Jack Feeney at 904 568 8405 or SailQueensHarbour@gmail.com
Make Checks payable to: Capt. Jack Sailing Mail to: Sail Queens Harbour Attn: Rich Richardson 1050 Shipwatch Drive East Jacksovnillle, FL 32225 NOTE: after one season (Spring or Fall), sailors are required to be members of Sail Queen's Harbour
Learn to Sail!
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Queen’s Harbour
Not just swimming anymore... this is going to be one fun summer!
All-new summer camps in Queen’s Harbour Elite Amenities Camp to include: Sailing, Golf & Tennis for all campers weekly, plus fun at the pool, games, arts/crafts and more at the community center! Other week-long camps available, too, at various times throughout the summer: Sailing, Golf & Tennis Elite Amenities Camp will begin on May 26th and go through August 7th Make plans now to register online at www.eliteamenities.com. If you are signing up for other camps, you can find those links on our website as well. We are looking forward to a fun summer with Queen’s Harbour kids! www.eliteamenities.com
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QUEEN'S HARBOUR WELCOMES LISA WALLINGFORD Lisa Wallingford is Queen Harbor’s newest employee working part-time on Tuesday and Thursday in the Front Office. Lisa’s prior position as a national Event Planner for 18 years in Southern California lends broad experience and organizational skills to the Queen Harbor team. She enjoys community projects and is excited to be here!
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QH News
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ICW May + Tides (includes Queen’s Harbour) Florida, Mayport, Pablo Creek, ICWW bridge
February 2015
N 30° 19.4' / W 81° 26.3' Date
Day
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
1
Su
810am
High Tide 4.0
826pm
High Tide 3.4
128am
Low Tide -0.4
210pm
Low Tide -0.3
717am
602pm
420pm
522am
2
Mo
852am
3.9
908pm
3.4
215am
-0.5
252pm
-0.4
716am
603pm
513pm
606am
3
Tu
931am
3.9
947pm
3.4
258am
-0.6
331pm
-0.4
715am
604pm
605pm
646am
4
We
1006am
3.9
1024pm
3.4
337am
-0.6
406pm
-0.4
715am
605pm
658pm
723am
5
Th
1040am
3.8
1059pm
3.4
413am
-0.5
439pm
-0.3
714am
606pm
749pm
758am
6
Fr
1114am
3.7
1133pm
3.4
448am
-0.3
508pm
-0.2
713am
606pm
841pm
832am
7
Sa
1147am
3.6
521am
-0.1
537pm
-0.1
713am
607pm
933pm
905am
8
Su
1208am
3.4
1222pm
3.5
556am
0.1
608pm
0.1
712am
608pm
1025pm
938am
9
Mo
1244am
3.4
100pm
3.4
636am
0.3
646pm
0.2
711am
609pm
1117pm
1012am
10
Tu
124am
3.4
140pm
3.4
722am
0.5
731pm
0.2
710am
610pm
11
We
208am
3.4
227pm
3.3
817am
0.6
823pm
0.2
710am
611pm
1212am
1128am
12
Th
301am
3.5
322pm
3.2
918am
0.6
920pm
0.1
709am
611pm
107am
1211pm
13
Fr
404am
3.5
427pm
3.2
1022am
0.5
1022pm
0.0
708am
612pm
203am
100pm
14
Sa
513am
3.7
534pm
3.3
1125am
0.2
1126pm
-0.3
707am
613pm
300am
154pm
15
Su
618am
3.9
638pm
3.4
1225pm
-0.1
706am
614pm
356am
253pm
16
Mo
717am
4.0
737pm
3.7
1228am
-0.6
121pm
-0.5
705am
615pm
451am
357pm
17
Tu
812am
4.2
832pm
3.9
128am
-1.0
213pm
-0.9
704am
615pm
543am
504pm
18
We
905am
4.4
926pm
4.1
224am
-1.3
303pm
-1.3
703am
616pm
632am
613pm
19
Th
956am
4.4
1018pm
4.2
317am
-1.5
351pm
-1.5
702am
617pm
718am
721pm
20
Fr
1046am
4.4
1111pm
4.3
410am
-1.6
439pm
-1.5
701am
618pm
803am
829pm
21
Sa
1137am
4.3
502am
-1.4
529pm
-1.4
700am
618pm
846am
936pm
22
Su
1203am
4.3
1228pm
4.0
558am
-1.1
621pm
-1.1
659am
619pm
929am
1040pm
23
Mo
1257am
4.2
121pm
3.9
657am
-0.7
718pm
-0.8
658am
620pm
1013am
1143pm
24
Tu
153am
4.0
217pm
3.6
801am
-0.3
818pm
-0.4
657am
621pm
1058am
25
We
254am
3.9
318pm
3.4
905am
-0.1
920pm
-0.2
656am
621pm
1145am
1242am
26
Th
359am
3.8
423pm
3.3
1008am
0.1
1021pm
0.0
655am
622pm
1234pm
138am
27
Fr
504am
3.7
528pm
3.3
1108am
0.2
1119pm
0.0
654am
623pm
125pm
231am
28
Sa
604am
3.7
626pm
3.4
1204pm
0.2
653am
624pm
216pm
320am
Phase
Full
1049am 3rd
New
1st
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Yard of the Month
Selections for yard of the month are judged the third to fourth week of each month. The criteria for yard of the month is the overall appearance, tidiness and neatness of the property as evidenced by: • Color and aesthetic appeal from the curb • Variety of the plants used in the yards • Choice and use of plants
Geoff and Kay Jollay 13784 Moss Creek Dr.
General appearance should give the lasting impression that good planning, care and effort are there.
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CHILI TORTILLA SOUP
Directions 1.
Ingredients • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 shallot, minced • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons pearl barley • 3 tablespoons tomato paste • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1 1/2 teaspoons ancho chile powder • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika • 3 1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth • 1 cup red lentils • 4 shiitake mushrooms, sliced • 1 tablespoon ground masa (optional - it’s not • a must but I like how it thickens the soup nicely) • Bunch of kale, finely chopped • 2 corn tortillas, sliced into strips
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To a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the oil is warm, add the shallot; cook until the shallot becomes translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Mix in the minced garlic cloves, pearl barley, tomato paste, cumin, ancho chile powder and smoked paprika. Cook for about a minute, just enough time for the barley to lightly toast. Pour in the chicken (or veggie broth, if using) and bring the soup to a slight simmer. Place a lid on the pot and cook the soup on low heat for 15 minutes, until the barley is barely tender. Pour in the lentils, mushrooms and masa. Cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until the lentils and mushrooms are cooked. Fold in the kale and cook for an additional minute, just until it’s wilted. Salt to taste. Meanwhile, to make the fried tortillas strips, add a few tablespoons of olive oil to a skillet and place over high heat. When the oil is hot, add the tortilla strips and cook until crispy, about 1 minute. Remove with a fork and allow to drain on a paper towel. Immediately season with a few pinches of salt. Divide the soup between bowls. Garnish each soup with a squeeze of lime and a few tortilla strips. Yield: 4 servings
Recipe from PBS.ORG/FOOD
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Queen’s Harbour Culinary Corner
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Chocolate historically more than just food
M
any cannot resist chocolate, that beloved creamy, sweet confection derived from cocoa beans, milk and sugar. All over the world people love to indulge in chocolate, especially come Valentine's Day. According to data from Leatherhead Food Research, Switzerland consumes more chocolate per capita than any country in the world. Ireland, the United Kingdom, Austria and Belgium round out the top five. Despite its apparent popularity in Europe, chocolate was first popularized among the Olmecs of Mexico, who used the cocoa beans more than 3,500 years ago. However, it wasn't until the last 200 years that chocolate turned into the sweet treat that is known and loved today. Aztecs believed cocoa had aphrodisiac properties, and chocolate contains a chemical called phenylethylamine, which is released naturally in the body when a person falls in love. The aroma of chocolate can induce relaxation, and chocolate also contains dopamine, a natural painkiller. While chocolate is now used primarily as a food, over the years it has had many other uses — some of which are quite unique. Here are some of the many ways people have used chocolate throughout history. Money: The Mayans once used cocoa beans as a form of currency, as did the Aztecs. In this instance, money actually did grow on trees. Dental health: Arman Sadeghpour, a researcher at Tulane University, says an extract of cocoa powder could be an effective alternative to using fluoride. Chocolateenhanced toothpaste may be the next big thing. Fuel: Chocolate has been used to feed bacteria that produce hydrogen, which can be used as a clean power source. Medicine: Chocolate is full of antioxidants, which serve all sorts of disease-fighting benefits in the body. Dark chocolate provides the greatest number of health benefits, as it contains flavonols, which stimulate the brain and support the circulatory system. Fashion: Designers and chocolatiers worldwide collaborate to make sweet outfits at Le Salon du Chocolat's fashion shows. Special effects: Before the days of computer-simulated special effects, moviemakers had to employ other methods to produce realistic results. Legend has it that Bosco brand chocolate syrup was used as blood in the famed shower scene in the classic horror movie “Psycho.” Bosco was used because it showed up great in black and white. Skin care: Cocoa butter, a component of chocolate, has long been used to moisturize and soothe dry skin. Many spas now
Chocolate is delicious to eat, but it has served many other purposes over the years, too.
incorporate organic chocolate into their healing and beauty therapies. Perfume: Chocolate produces more than 400 distinct smells and has been used to make perfume more fragrant. Mood enhancement: Chocolate may help to improve mood, as it is a mild stimulant and can affect serotonin levels, which govern those feel-good feelings, in the brain.
Postage: In 2013, Belgium's post office sold limited-edition stamps that were varnished with 40 percent of a cocoa product. The stamps smelled and tasted like chocolate. Chocolate has been tempting taste buds for thousands of years. It's also been used in some very unique ways, even if, come Valentine's Day, the majority of people would be content just to eat it.
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The many ways buying locally grown foods pays dividends
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he popularity of organic foods and stores that cater to customers who prefer such foods continues to grow, and that growth has contributed to a growing awareness among shoppers of where the food they eat comes from. Many consumers now recognize the impact that food production has on the environment, and that recognition has spurred interest in locally grown foods. Locally grown foods are those that are grown within your community or a community nearby. Such foods do not need to be shipped hundreds of miles before they ultimately find their way onto your plate, and many people find that contributes to meals that are more fresh than meals made up of foods shipped from afar. But freshness is not the only benefit to purchasing locally grown foods, which pay various dividends for people and the planet. • Locally grown foods benefit the environment. The phrase ‘field to plate’ is significant to consumers who prefer locally grown foods. That phrase refers to the distance food travels from the grower to the plate on your dinner table. Estimates vary depending on the source, but advocates of locally grown food suggest that it reduces the field to plate distance by an average of 1,300 miles. That's a significant feather in locally grown foods' cap, as the Council on the Environment of New York City notes that it takes 435 fossil-fuel calories to fly a single five calorie strawberry from California to New York. Buying locally preserves that energy that is used to transport foods from afar. • Locally grown foods fuel your local economy. In addition to benefitting the environment, locally grown foods the 20th century. That's thanks in large stimulate your local economy. Local, part to industrial agribusinesses that independent farmers have largely fallen cultivate fruits and vegetables that are by the wayside in the 21st century, as bred for fast maturation. But small, local industrial agribusinesses have taken over farms typically grow a wider variety of the produce sections in grocery stores fruits and vegetables in an effort to extend across the country. But local, independent their growing seasons. That means farmers are making a comeback, thanks consumers of locally grown foods have in large part to consumer demand for access to more fruits and vegetables, and organic foods. Supporting such farmers therefore more flavor. who grow their foods locally means • Buying locally maintains beautiful you're putting money back into your own landscapes. Farmland has been on community, a worthwhile effort at a time the decline for decades, as cement and when so many small communities are asphalt have made millions of acres struggling economically. of once beautiful farmland disappear. • Buying locally grown foods contributes Buying locally helps to maintain the to biodiversity. According to the green space your community and United Nations Food and Agriculture surrounding communities have left. Organization, more than 75 percent of That makes for great road trips and agricultural genetic diversity was lost in even helps to sustain local wildlife
populations. • Locally grown foods can be more nutritious. Fruits and vegetables can rapidly lose nutrients once they are harvested. That's problematic when buying such foods from industrial agribusinesses that need substantial time to get their products from the farm to the shelves at your local grocery chain. But buying from local farmers increases the likelihood that the fruits and vegetables you purchase were just picked and therefore have yet to lose a significant amount of nutrients. Locally grown foods are growing in popularity, and that popularity can be traced to the freshness of such foods as well as the numerous additional benefits that locally grown foods provide.
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Queen’s Harbour Garden Club
Busy Times For The Queen's Harbour Garden Club At this time of year many of us take a little break from gardening. Not so for the QH Garden Club! If you thought about making a New Year’s resolution to learn more about Florida plants, now is a good time to join the Garden Club. We’re all in a learning mode. Many of us joined Garden Club because we wanted to learn. In addition, it’s a good way to have some fun in the process! And we do know how to have fun! Along with the educational programs that we have, and
field trips that we take, you can see our many projects and activities in pictures. They say a picture is worth 1000 words. Coming up on February 11th is a trip to the Arboretum for a walking tour with a Master Gardener. If you have never been there before, you will find it to be a wonderful facility. For information about joining the Queen’s Harbour Garden Club, please call Marta Roth (294-4414) for more information. Visit us on Facebook! Camp Wekiva Camper
Yard of the Month
Our Pumpkin People
Making Centerpieces
2014 Holilday Party
Our Butterfly Garden
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February 2015
Queen’s Harbour Garden Club North Florida Edition
Florida Gardening Calendar
What to Plant
Comments or suggestions? Dr. Sydney Park Brown spbrown@ufl.edu
Bedding Plants: Since temperatures can drop to freezing this month, new additions to the garden must be able to withstand cold. Plants that can take a chill include dianthus, pansy, viola, and dusty miller. See: Gardening with Annuals in Florida Bulbs: Many bulbs can be planted now. Provide adequate water to establish and protect from cold weather with mulch. Some to try are dahlias, crinum, and agapanthus. See: Bulbs for Florida Flowering Plants: Many trees and shrubs will be in bloom including red maple, spirea, and star magnolia Potatoes: Plant potatoes now. Make sure you buy healthy seed pieces from a local nursery and plant 3” deep. Do not add lime to potato planting bed. See: Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide
What to Do Cold damage to Palms: If cold weather has damaged palms, proper care may prevent loss of the palm and encourage recovery. See: Cold Damage on Palms
Citrus: Cold temperatures may still injure citrus. Avoid pruning until spring. See: Citrus Culture in the Home Landscape
Prune Roses: Roses should be pruned this month to remove damaged canes and improve the overall form. After pruning, fertilize and apply a fresh layer of mulch. Blooming will begin eight to nine weeks after pruning. See: Growing Roses in Florida
Shrubs: Make certain that you know the height and spread of any shrubs you plan to install. Not all shrubs are suitable for planting next to homes or under windows. See: The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Guide to Plant Selection and Landscape Design Planting Shrubs in Florida Landscapes Lawn Weeds: After temps rise to 65°F for 4-5 days, apply a pre-emergent weed killer (NOT a weed & feed fertilizer) to lawns this month to prevent warm season weeds. Timing is important for good control. See: Weed Management in Home Lawns
Fertilize Citrus and other Fruit Trees: If not done in January, fertilize now. Frequency and amount of fertilization depends on the age of the tree. See: Cultural Practices for Dooryard Citrus Deciduous Fruit for North Florida
What to Do Every Month
• Adjust irrigation based on rainfall. • Deadhead flowers to encourage new blooms.
• Monitor the garden for insects and disease. • Plant trees, shrubs, and perennials and water until established.
• Mow lawns at recommended heights: • St. Augustine & Bahia: 3-4” • Centipede: 1.5-2.0” • Dwarf St. Augustine: 2.5” • Zoysiagrass
UF Resources For Gardeners • UF/IFAS Publications (EDIS) http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ • Florida-Friendly Landscaping http://fyn.ifas.ufl.edu/ • Solutions For Your Life http://solutionsforyourlife.com • Gardening in a Minute Radio Program http://gardeninginaminute.com • Florida Master Gardener Program http://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/ma stergardener/ • Living Green http://livinggreen.ifas.ufl.edu/
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ARE YOU USING THE QHYCC.COM WEBSITE? If not, you are missing out on one of the community’s best information assets! Your QHYCC.com website features the following: •
The most current resident address book.
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E-bulletins regarding emergency warnings and current issues affecting all residents.
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Announcements and calendars of social, recreation, and fitness activities.
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Minutes of monthly Board of Director meetings.
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Access to the Governing Documents, rules and Regulations, other policy documents and forms (ARB, tree removal, etc.).
...click on “Resident Login” if you already have a user name and password. If you do not have or cannot remember your user name and password, click “Request Login” and complete the online form.
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Ability to easily authorize permanent guest access into the community.
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Sign up for online assessment payments.
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Classified ads, including “Lost and Found”, “For Sale”, etc.
Access is simple and easy! Just type QHYCC.com into your web browser. When the site comes up, click on “Resident Login” if you already have a user name and password. If you do not have or cannot remember your user name and password, click “Request Login” and complete the online form. Your user name and password will be established and you will be notified by e-mail within 24 hours. Questions? Email me at ASynan@mayresort.com
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