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Read about recent decisions made by community leaders.

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6. Breezeway ceiling repair at Enders.

4. Repaint NEV garage floor.

5. Replacement umbrellas for Enders were delivered.

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n Cleaning of High Park gutters.

n Please remember to report any landscape, building or irri gation issues on Baldwin Park Solutions. Reporting items on Baldwin Park Solutions allows residents to share photos of the reported area(s) and receive real-time updates from management staff on corrective measures being taken. Baldwin Park Solutions can be accessed on the Baldwin Park Network.

n Lighting replacement in the High Park large pavilion.

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n Basketball equipment guide lines as it relates to portable basketball goals.

6. Proposal for roof repairs at Enders NEV garage.

n Plant replacements at Oak Mews.

7. Screen repairs at Enders.

n The TSAC moved to approve the BrightView Landscaping Contract 2023-2025.

3. Column repairs at Grace Hopper.

11. Cleaned light fixtures in High Park pavilion.

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10. Armrest installed at City Homes No. 2 Mews, City Homes No. 3 Mews and Corrine Commons.

PENDING ACTIONS

1. Replacement tables for Enders pool.

2. Replace nuts and bolts at bottom of light poles at Enders pool.

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n Repair of rotten rafter tails at Enders.

5. Tot Turf replacement/repairs at Enders and Union Park playground.

COMPLETED ACTIONS

n The TSAC moved to approve the proposals provided by DRS Inc. for scheduled maintenance & painting in 2023.

n The TSAC moved to approve a tree replacement located at 930 Fern Ave.

9. Pool bath bench legs at Grace Hopper and Enders were replaced.

2. Interior touch up painting and painting of trim and doors at Grace Hopper Hall.

3. Coordinating pool furniture donation to Habitat for Humanity after all of the new furniture at Enders and Grace Hopper is delivered.

8. Enders gathering room hall way entrance ceiling repair.

UPDATES

n Language change to Exhibit C 3(h) to be consistent with the basketball equipment guidelines related to portable basketball goals.

The board approved the follow ing items/work:

n Roof replacements are com ing to the Issa 22 service area. Not all addresses will have roof replacements this year; some addresses are listed to be re placed in 2023 per the Reserve Study. Please refer to the pre vious mailing sent out for the address list. A notice will be left on the townhome’s front door a week prior to the projected start date confirming the roof replacement is beginning. Make sure to remove all items located in the backyard/private zone

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12. Quarterly pressure washing of City Homes No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4 Mews.

The following information is a glimpse of the ROA’s gen eral updates for the month. A copy of the official July 26, 2022, Meeting Minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork. com.

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n Replacement of sod in Dorwin Park.

4. Replacement tables at Grace Hopper and umbrellas pool were delivered. Order is com plete.

The following information is a glimpse of the business that the Townhome Service Area Com mittee addressed in the July 21, 2022, meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork. com.

1. Cleaned all pool furniture.

n 4701-4741 Fox Street: Sept. 8

n Per DRS Inc. the following is the townhome painting schedule for Au gust/September 2022: Cambridge

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR TOWNHOUSE OWNERS

n Please be aware that different areas have different ARC guidelines, specifically with sig nage. For any questions, please contact Bill.

BY BILL PATTERSON

BALDWIN PARK COMMERCIAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.

n Commercial owners, tenants and managers can submit work requests through our new Baldwin Park Solutions system. It is located on the Baldwin Park Network. Simply click “Resident Home” at the top right, and you will find the link in the middle of the page. If you do not have a Baldwin Park Network account, you can request one from that page, as well. Visit baldwinparknetwork.com to start.

n 962-974 Fern Avenue: Sept. 29

n Per DRS Inc. the following is the Townhome maintenance sched ule for August/September 2022: Mattamy

n Do not use harsh brushes or scraping tools. They will harm the surface.

n BrightView removed excess debris and trash throughout the townhome service areas.

n BrightView enhancement crews installed plant material and sod in Cambridge — Baldwin Park Street, Meeting Place and Juel Street, as well as in City Homes 1 and 2, and in Issa 22 off Fox Street and Fern Avenue.

n Any plant material growing on the building voids the warranty on that area of the building. The homeowner then assumes respon sibility for these areas.

n Architectural Review Committee meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month for application reviews regard ing commercial changes to exterior struc tures (roofing replacements and painting), landscaping and signage. All corresponding applications can be located on the Baldwin Park Network under Commercial Owners Association and Commercial Architectural Review Committee. For questions and appli cation submission, please feel free to email Bill at BPatterson@BaldwinParkPOA.com.

Fall and the holiday season are quickly approaching. Check out the Village Center shopping for all your decorating needs.

n The parking lot dumpsters are not meant for large items. This can break or clog the city’s dumpsters and cause issues. If you have any bulk items, the city of Orlando offers bulk pick-up — in most cases, for free. This can be used for most items that cannot fit in the commercial dumpster. Visit orlando.gov/ Trash-Recycling for more information and to schedule future pick-ups.

n 901-907 Fern Avenue: Oct. 27

n Please note the following infor mation: Creeping fig roots itself into the building’s stucco about every 3 inches, and it pulls any moisture out of the stucco, which eventually destroys the stucco. If the creeping fig is not maintained properly, it will grow into the soffit and attic, potentially causing leaks in the roofs among other issues.

n 909-919 Fern Avenue: Oct. 13

n The only cleaning product specified for use is SIMPLE GREEN. Most cleaning should be performed with only water and sponges.

Dates are subject to change because of weather delays, city or county document reviews/processing, and if work is completed ahead of sched ule.

n We would like to welcome Sharon Surless Lowen to the Baldwin Park COA board. We are excited to have her and her years of com mercial property management experience.

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Because of supply shortages, sched ules will be projected one to two months out to anticipate any possi ble future changes or delays. Notices are still being left on townhome front doors one to two weeks in advance to inform residents of any upcoming proj- ects beginning in their address range.

n Any pressure cleaning must be performed with pressure less than 1500 psi.

Have you thought about touching up the exterior paint of your home? There are many different paint colors for the townhome buildings. The association touches up build ings during the preventative main tenance once a year. In addition, if you have a need to re-paint your door, touch up the trim or re-stain the entry steps, the trim paint, door paint and concrete deck stain can all be found at the Winter Park Sherwin Williams store located at 1770 FL-436, Winter Park, FL 32792. Call (407) 677-0741.

area. Neither the roofing contrac tor nor the association will be held responsible for these items. The following is the current roof replacement schedule provided by R.F. Lusa & Son:

n New sod that was installed in July/August has been treated with a fungicide.

n The conversion of the Village Center and Neighborhood Business District parking lot lights to LED continues throughout the year. LED lights are much more efficient and brighter than the old bulbs.

IMPORTANT UPDATES

When a building has been com pletely repainted, the body of the building is painted with a product called AllGuard by Dow Corning. This is a silicone elastomeric coating system that has a 10-year warranty. As the homeowner, you have some important responsibili ties. Failure to do so may void your warranty. Please note the following requirements:

n 4749-4789 Fox Street: Aug. 11

n To touch up the body paint, you must be certified in the application by Dow Corning, or you can void the warranty.

n Any action to pick, poke, tear or penetrate the painted surface will break the protective seal and may void the warranty.

6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12, at Grace Hopper Hall. The monthly Covenants Hearing will be meet ing in person. Check your weekly newsletter for updates.

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5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27, at Grace Hopper Hall.

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6:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, virtually. Check the Baldwin Park Network calendar for call-in information.

SEPT. 10: PIZZA MAKING CLASS WITH PIZZA BRUNO

MINI MONSTER BASH Known previously Kidto berfest, this event will take place Oct. 29 at Corinne Commons. More information to come in upcoming weekly newsletters. This event is for residents and their guests.

The next five-day class begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6 at the Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd, Winter Park. Learn basic sailing skills and termi nology from the instructors of the Central Florida Community Sailing Program. There will be an additional five-day class starting at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3. For more information or to regis tration, call (407) 645-1892 or visit thesailingclub.us/classes.

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, on New Broad Street. This market will feature more than 30 vendors. This event is open to the public. For more information, visit BPCommunityMarket.com.

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6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26. This free, family friendly class is perfect for beginners or those who are just looking for a great workout! Zumba classes also will begin in September. Email instructor Page at pperrigan26@ gmail.com for more information! This class is for residents and

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6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26. This free, family friendly class is perfect for beginners or those who are just looking for a great workout! Zumba classes also will begin in September. Email instructor Page at pperrigan26@ gmail.com for more information! This class is for residents and their guests.

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Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Corrine Commons in front of Grace Hopper Hall. Enjoy a Saturday afternoon with Chef Bru no, of Pizza Bruno, who was recently mentioned by Michelin. In this class, you’ll learn about pizza dough; how to make your own margarita pizza start to finish in a wood-fired oven; make fresh mozzarella; snacks; and more. Ticket information can be found in your weekly resident newsletter. Tickets are sold individually and are only available to Baldwin Park residents and their guests.

OF THE PARKS Meets at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Enders Park Gath ering Room. Email new Rotary President Monica Teran at mon icat@miteran.com for more information.

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BALDWIN PARK SINGLES CLUB Meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, at Tactical Brewing Company, 4882 New Broad St, Orlando. Please RSVP with Jenny at jennylake94@gmail.com or join the Baldwin Park Singles Club Facebook page and RSVP there.

SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE MEETING 6:3o to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, virtually. Call in (audio only) at (321) 754-9506, 11016655#. Phone Conference ID: 110 166 55#. All information for the meet ing can be found on the Baldwin Park Network, along with the link to join the meeting.

SEPT. BACKYARD30 FOOD FARE 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, at Corrine Commons. Dine with local Orlando food vendors and meet your neighbors for a fun and relaxing night out. Don’t forget to bring a chair or blanket, and we will see you there!

SPARKLE AND SHINE 5K 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at Lake Baldwin Park. Come on out for a beautiful run/walk in your best glitter and gold to support local children and families battling pediatric cancer. Find out more information through your weekly resident newsletter or by search ing runsignup.com.

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6:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22. Be cause of the current high volume of Residential ARC applications, the number of applications accepted is being capped at 25 per meeting. Once this number is reached, subsequent appli cations will be held for the next scheduled ARC meeting. As a reminder, the ARC meets twice a month. More information can be found in your weekly newsletter.

ROA BOARD MEETING 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27 virtually. The ROA board meets the fourth Tuesday of each month. All members of the ROA can attend. Call-in information: (321) 754-9506; Phone Confer ence ID: 302 688 899#

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PASTA-MAKING CLASS WITH PIZZA BRUNO This event will take place Nov. 12. Stay tuned for more details!

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8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 17, rain or shine. “Flea Markets” will be set up at Enders Park, High Park and Corrine Commons in front of Grace Hopper Hall. This is the perfect opportunity to declutter your home or to walk around and find some treasures! Residents: Please email Suz Tapy at thewithSTapy@BaldwinParkPOA.comyouraddresstobelistedonmap.

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As I talked about last month, we’re in that in-between time of the year. It’s most definitely not Valentine’s or the Fourth of July. It’s a little too soon for Halloween and way too soon for Christmas (you hear that early decorators?). Fortunately, for all of us in Baldwin Park and The City Beautiful, there are plenty of things for us to do be tween now and the actual holidays that are sneaking up on us very quickly.Coming up from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 3 is the second edition of the all new Baldwin Park Community Market located in Downtown Baldwin Park. The market will be filled with lots of local vendors with everything from baked goods, candles and home goods to amaz ing soaps and plenty of plants to fill your home with. Don’t worry, if you miss this one, more have been scheduled through the end of the year — perfect for some specialty holiday shopping.

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friendly event featuring a pumpkin patch, games, stilt-walkers and so much more. Don’t forget to dress the kids — and yourselves — in those awesome Halloween costumes!Afteryou finish up at the Mini Monster Bash, there’s another great opportunity to do good for others, while doing good for yourself, at the 16th annual Creepy Crawl Walk & 5K in Harbor Park at Lake Baldwin from 4 to 6 p.m. This costume-clad 5K walk/run benefits the Hemophilia Foun dation of Greater Florida and its continued support of important initiatives, including emergency financial assistance, Camp Spirit tuition and more. Get your family and friends together, form a team and start fundraising for this great organization.Thisshould be enough to tide us all over until the official holidays start rolling around. But if you’re still looking for more to do, be sure to follow the official Baldwin Park social media accounts at @ visitbaldwinpark on Facebook and Instagram for the latest on what’s happening in the area!

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So much to see, so much to do

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Everyone remember the Kid toberfest event that’s always been held as a kick-off to Halloween in front of Grace Hopper Hall? Well, this year, it’s back, better than ever and with a brand new name: The Baldwin Park Mini Monster Bash! Join your fellow residents on Saturday, Oct. 29, for this family

Until next time, stay safe, stay well and remember, We Are Bald win Park!

ello friends and neighbors! It’s great to be back here with you again!

ago. Yes, I am speaking first-hand on that one, but I digress. Make sure to polish up all those trinkets, tchotchkes and other gems around your home that no longer bring you joy and place them out on your porch in the hopes of them finding newNothomes!tobe outdone, October has some great things planned too, besides the usual Halloween festivities. To kick off Come Out With Pride, Orlando’s weeklong LGBTQ+ pride celebration, is the Drag Race 5K around beautiful Lake Baldwin. Not only is this a great opportunity to run/walk a 5K with friends and family while getting some exercise in — but an even better opportunity to help raise funds for Zebra Coalition. In case you aren’t familiar, Zebra Coalition assists LGBTQ+ facing homelessness, bullying, isolation from their families, and physical, sexual and drug abuse with indi vidualized programs to guide them to recovery and stability.

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Let’s not forget, we also have the Baldwin Park Semi-Annual Porch Sale on Sept. 17. This is the perfect opportunity to finally get rid of those pieces of furniture that are taking up half of your garage from a move that was too many months

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“As a church, we are seeking to glorify God by helping people trust and follow Christ through worship, community and mission,” Malone says. “For me personally, that is al so what I want to do as a teacher, leader, communicator and pastor. I want to help people in their spiritual journey to know God and to build their life on a firm foundation, and we believe that’s done through the Bible and through a personal rela tionship with God through Christ.”

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North Park Church’s aim is “to be a catalyst for gospel transforma

North Park Church relocated to Baldwin Park

Although this photo is undated, Dr. J.A. Sutton, who pastored from 1923-1936, sits center with his arms crossed in front of the original church with the Bible study group.

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The anniversary celebration will include an elaborate history, a tent outside for the service, music from

The church had 34 charter mem bers and was led by the Rev. M.J. Schultz.OnSunday, Sept. 18, North Park Church in Baldwin Park will cele brate 100 years of family.

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Malone says not on ly will Tuesday, Sept. 6, mark 100 years for the church, but also Mon day, Sept. 12, will mark his 10-year anniversary at the church.

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The first church building was constructed in 1922.

The mission’s first service was held Sunday evening, June 11, 1922, and by Sept. 6, 1922, the organiza tion was officially recognized as North Park Baptist Church.

ne-hundred years ago, North Park Church started as a small 40-foot-by-40foot wooden frame build ing built by members of The First Baptist Church of Orlando at the corner of Mills Avenue and Wood ward

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tion in Baldwin Park and Greater Orlando.”Thechurch follows a set of core values that include gospel-fueled worship, gospel-shaped community and gospel-advancing mission.

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Not only was the church there for Darling during her stepfather’s and her father’s funerals, but also North Park is where she met her longtime best friend, Gina Halley, when she was 8 years old.

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Kristi was pregnant with the couple’s first child when they came, and the birth marked the first child that came into the church’s nursery.

Malone says the church is known

The interview process ran several months, with Malone and his wife, Kristi, traveling to visit the church and meet with the committee.

Malone served as a student pastor in his home state of Alabama and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from The University of North Alabama and a master’s degree in divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

Furthermore, North Park is the oldest entity in the community.

“It’s very important in society that people have somewhere they can go that they feel safe, some where they can go for answers, somewhere to find community and like-mindedness and something that can give them the strength to

Malone teaches from the same book the church was teaching from in 1922 when it opened and people were going through the Great De pression.“Inthe middle of a lot of changing times, uncertainties in our culture, cultural upheavals and social is sues, we provide a firm foundation, because our values are rooted on a foundation that’s been there in the Bible for as long as we’ve had it,” he says. “We want all of the churches to provide that but that’s something we strive for.”

Some changes were for the bet ter, including Disney coming to town, Orlando development and the transformation of citrus groves to a massive tourist destination. Others left gaping holes in the community, including 9/11, the Pulse shooting and the coronavirus pandemic.

“We are one of the most giving, one of the most gracious churches,” she says. “Just friendly and caring so much about each other.”

overcome those things,” he says. “If you are suffering, for instance, it’s a lot better to suffer together than to suffer alone. If you’ve got questions, it’s a lot better to get answers from a community of faith based on thou sands of years of truth.”

Malone says anytime something happens in society, people start looking for answers and sometimes ask, “Why God?”

“God began to confirm for us that this is where He was leading us,” Malone says. “We saw it as an opportunity to try to take a church that was no longer as multi-generational as you would hope a church would be and to help it turn a fresh page.”

Wherrell and Darling’s mom are two of the longest-standing mem bers of the church.

The Malones love living in sunny Orlando with their three children.

He heard about North Park and its search for a pastor through his seminary.

“In the middle of all of that, the church had to change to grow with the community,” he says. “The de mographics and the style of the ministry has changed, but what we teach doesn’t change, and so our message doesn’t change, our mes sage of hope and the Gospel, the good news we share from the Bi ble, the message of Christ — those things don’t change.”

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for being multi-generational, family feel, sense of community, friendly atmosphere and non-pressure en vironment.“Whatpeople find is once they come here, it doesn’t take long to get connected,” he says. “We want that unwavering community envi ronment.”

The pastor was writing a letter to invite past members to the anniver sary when he began thinking about the community and the events the nation and Orlando have seen in the last 100 years.

“I just enjoy the people,” she says. “I mean, through the years I’ve met so many different types of people.”

Darling says the people are what make the church so special.

“My passion was always communicating the Bi ble to people in a way that they could understand it and apply it to their lives,” he says. “I believe that’s the way real life change happens, from the inside, and I believe the tool God has given us for that is the Bible.”

From its beginnings in a wooden building on Mills, North Park, add ed a concrete block building next door and then the sanctuary, which now belongs to Lake Highland Pre paratory Middle School.

Malone, 42, has been a pastor at North Park Church since 2012, the first and only church he hasHepastored.became a Christian as a teenager and says he has been involved in ministry ever since.

She has seen a multitude of preachers come and go through out the years, and has worked with members from infancy through to adulthood.Although the church still is work ing on establishing its home in Bald win Park, Wherrell is hopeful more people will get involved.

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The historical mammoth campus boasted more than 800 seats in its auditorium.BettyWherrell, 94, has been a member of the church for about 67 years. She lives just outside Bald winWherrellPark. taught at the church for many years and one summer had 500 young people at the Bible school, where there are only about 20 at the Baldwin Park location now.

Wherrellroll. worked in the nursery and was Darling’s Sunday school teacher for a long time.

One of his biggest goals is to see lives changed by the power of the gospel.

One of her many students was Sharon Darling, a member of the church for more than 50 years, who was born into North Park in 1956 as one of the first babies enrolled in the cradle

With his goal of transforming the church into a multi-generational community that fits the needs of Baldwin Park residents, the pas tor says he wants to find a way to reach and teach all stages of life and allNorthages.

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why she is still at the church, she says, “Well, God hasn’t told me to leave.”

At the same time, the opportunity presented itself to move to Baldwin Park, kick-starting the five-year moving process between selling the original property, buying the new property and building the new building.North Park has been a part of Baldwin Park’s history since the community broke ground in 2003.

More than 95 children, ages 1 to 4, are engaged in hands-on activities in literature, art, music and science.

es. I was there when they decided to leave the Mills location, and I re member the first youth group event we held at the building in Baldwin Park. North Park is the ultimate family. The members of this church really do care about people and are kind and welcoming. When we did not have a building, I was baptized in a member’s pool. I met my wife at North Park and Pastor Josh officiat ed our wedding. It’s a really special place, and I’m proud to be a part of North Park’s 100 years of family.”

When: 10 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 18 Where: 2047 Prospect Ave.

Park recently has worked with an architectural firm to create a new building design in addition to the current church location. The 300-plus seat auditorium will be a flat multi-use space with more room for Sunday morning services and to house more people, as well as larger events.North Park is most popularly known for hosting special events, including the October Trunk or Treat and the Easter sunrise ser vice and egg hunt. In addition, this year Malone implemented a catered community meal hosted on the fifth Sunday of the month to bring the residents together outside of just the church.

NORTH CHURCHPARK

Visit: 2047 Prospect Ave. Contact: (321) info@gonorthpark.com972-5900, Website: northparkbaptist.org

Because of the church’s enormous historical size, Malone says it was difficult and expensive to maintain.

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Malone says although North Park could have given up during its strug gles, the organization continued on, attesting to the faithfulness of God.

The church offered ministry on the Navy base that previously oc cupied the land for more than 30 years, one of the many factors that drew the church to relocating to the familiarBradleyarea.Stiles, deacon at the church in his mid 20s, says he has been a member since he was a child.

“I have been going to North Park since 2004,” Stiles says. “I grew up in the church and I saw many chang

After two years in Baldwin Park, the church went through a pastoral transition before they connected withMaloneMalone.says since the relocation, the big passion has been to try to connect to the specific community, hence the preschool.

Led by Director Kristin Walls, Kingdom Kids Academy is a minis try of the church and is a faith based, distinctly Christian, preschool that uses WEE Learn Curriculum.

time and breaks down many help ful nutrients before the body can absorb them. However, IV thera pies bypass digestion entirely and give visitors a quick and e ective boost.When searching for a franchise in health care, this opportunity captivated her immediately.

SHOT IN THE ARM

Dr. Mitzi Bell, the owner of

the recently background.andpharmaceuticalwithFloridaOrlando-raisedDRIPBaR,openedisannativeanextensivehealthcare

DRIPBAR

Phone: (321) 732-5636 Website: TheDRIPBaR.comEmail:win-park-orlando-com/locations/baldthedripbar./orlando130@

Now, the Orlando native is shar ing those talents with the commu nity she lives in, with the opening of the franchise business the DRIP BaR in Baldwin Park.

“I liked the concept; I liked the model of IV infusion, because it’s administered directly into the bloodstream bypassing the gut where it’s metabolized and broken down where you don’t end up uti lizing 100% of what you put in,” she says. “When someone receives IV therapy, it has 100% availability in theBaldwinbloodstream.”Park’s DRIPBaR opened May 28 and o ers IV vita min therapy, IM Quick Shots, Red Light Therapy and a Halotherapy

Founded in 2016 and franchis ing since late 2019, the DRIPBaR focuses on helping people obtain their best physical and mental health using intravenous therapies. The DRIPBaR takes a unique approach to the health and well ness business, helping people feel good through IV therapies and IM Quick Shots.Visitors can choose from a wide variety of services that can help an individual to feel better quicker than taking nutri tional supplements through eating or Dr.drinking.Bell,an experienced clinical pharmacist, says this is because of the digestive process, which takes

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She believes she was born with a gift to aid and educate the community, even from a young age, where she would pretend to be the nurse taking care of her young er cousins or even lining up her stu ed animals around her room to treat and give them medicine.

D

r. Mitzi Bell was born with a passion to help others.

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Dr. Mitzi Bell is the proud pharmacist and franchise owner of DRIPBaR in Baldwin Park.

Dr. Bell attended Florida A&M University in Tallahassee and received her doctoral degree in pharmacy. She worked in South Florida as a consultant pharmacist before relocating back to Orlando. She also worked as a clinical pharma cist for AlthoughAdventHealth.hercareer was stable, Dr. Bell, a divorced mother of three active chil dren — Dominic, 16, Isaiah, 11, and Naomi, 9 — was ready for a change in her career. After her father died and the COVID-19 pandemic, she

possibilities to get ahead of the problems. That’s when she discovered the DRIPBaR.

with more planned for the future. However, the journey hasn’t been all smooth sailing. Dr. Bell still is working as a consultant pharma cist to support her family while she launches the new franchise.

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In the future, she would like to open another location somewhere, maybe taking the business interna tional or to an unconventional loca tion such as a resort or an airport.

“It’s hard, but I know if I can get through this period, it will all be

“I was constantly exhausted and overwhelmed,” she says. “I didn’t have health issues, thank goodness, but I could see how it could lead to that, because you’re just burning yourself at both ends.”

As far as selecting Baldwin Park as the area for the fran chise, Dr. Bell was hesitant at first, thinking her own neigh borhood would be too close.

Dr. Bell says the family and friends event she held in May was memo rable.“Igot to share my opening with people (who) have supported me from the start of this venture,” she says.In addition, Dr. Bell has estab lished a few business partnerships,

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realized the time had come to try something new.

UPCOMING PLANS

Those who do not have time for a full vitamin infusion also can give their body a boost in just five min utes with an IM Quick Shot.

“Then I thought, wait, but I have an amazing neighbor hood!” she says. “I love it, I mean, they’re health-moti vated, people are always out walking around the lake, riding their bicycles, skateboarding, and it’s kind of an affluent neighborhood, so they can utilize the service. I thought it just made sense.”

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Working at a pharmacy, Dr. Bell often dealt with individ uals who already had health issues and wanted to explore

worth it,” she says. “I’m proud of myself that I made that leap and that step.”

Sauna. In addition, the Baldwin Park DRIPBaR also offers mobile services for group convenience for a variety of events such as wedding parties, sports activity recovery, birthday parties and more, where treatment is provided with a limit ed menu. Before anyone receives a drip, he or she must meet certain criteria which is checked by medi cal history and then completed by a consent form. Visitors can choose to be part of a membership pro gram, select from individualized packages or just walk in.

She began to explore the possibility of opening a fran chise, knowing she wanted to stick with health care.

August vendors included Bella’s Blooms, TheTipsy Cook ie, Raspberry Pottery, Sasha Made It, Geometric Glass Art, Flirty Pup, Narvi Moon, Sweet as Grace and The Cozy Orchid.

The next Community Market Day will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3.

Razyaire Hamilton and Sasha Rosa, of Sasha Made It, sported a variety of crafted themed bottles and cups. Left: Kaylee Church, of Bella’s Blooms, welcomed attendees into her tent filled with blossoming plants.

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atteryRaspberryshowcasedelaLeft:GlassGeometrictionattractedLucasAbove:MunzattenwithhisArtbusiness.GabriMarcumherPotbusinessthemarket.

Angie Nguyen, of Fantasy Nature Arts, sold her unique artistic creations.

Baldwin Park residents and vendors gathered to engage in Community Market Day on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 6, on New Broad Street.

BALDWIN COMMUNITYPARKMARKET DAY

The market serves as a community gathering place for friends and family, and offers unique products from a variety of vendors once a month.

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Piper Kardoes, of J&P Apiary, sold a variety of honey and sweet candles.

APPLY TO BE A VENDOR: bpcommunitymarket.com

Photographer Devore Photography

LISTING AGENT: Anna McIntyre, Lakeside Realty Windermere Inc.

DETAILS: Nestled on a quiet street, this remodeled David Weekley Manor home is perfect for the Florida lifestyle. The fully renovated kitchen boasts an oversized kitchen island, two sinks, a wine refrigerator, 42-inch cabinets, glass tile backsplash, This home has a split floor plan, allowing for priva cy and addition space consisting of two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a playroom. This home features a glass accordion door in the family room that completely collapses, allowing for easy flow to the pool, patio and summer kitchen. The upgraded owners’ bathroom was remodeled in March 2022 and features a large, walk-in shower with double shower heads, a height-adjust able hand-held shower head and three body jets.

LISTING AGENT: Janice Cox, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty SELLING AGENT: Lisa Fleming, Fannie Hillman + Associates

SELLING AGENT: Janice Cox, Premier Sothebys International Realty

BEDROOMS: Three

SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2,200

3638 PARKLAND DRIVE

4375 VIRGINIA DRIVE

Photographer Erika Farrow

SOLD PRICE: $925,000

SOLD PRICE: $1,385,000 BEDROOMS: Four BATHROOMS: Four SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,261

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DETAILS: Facing a beautiful green park, this Baldwin Park one-story home has been gorgeously updated throughout. The light and bright open floor plan fea tures rich hardwood floors, updated laundry room with storage shelves, tank less water heater, new roof, oversized garage and plenty of driveway parking. The kitchen includes a six-burner Wolf gas range, stainless vent/hood, wine refrigerator, large island featuring quartzite stone countertops and seating for four. The generous master suite, walk-in closet with built-ins and recently renovated master bath with dual sinks, huge shower and top-of-the-line fin ishes. French doors add privacy to the office, perfect for working from home. Beautiful brick patio, complete with outdoor lighting and a lovely fountain.

WHAT’S SELLING

BATHROOMS: Two

Just because school is start ing and summer is winding down doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! There are activities constantly happening around Baldwin Park that will keep ev eryone in your family entertained and will remind you why you live in followhurt.ilytansocializingItsunpoolspools!wintermer.rainedeverywheresome#BeautifulBaldwinPark!LivinginFloridacomeswithgoodandsomebad(likeelse),anditmayhaveonusafewtimesthissumButwecangointothefall/stillbeingabletogotoourBringingthefamilytotheforaniceafternooninthecanhelpwithsomanythings!isgreatexerciseandhelpswith—andhavingalittlewhenyougotovisityourfamupnorthfortheholidaysneverTherearesomerulestowhenbringingyourfamily

to the pool — such as no loud mu sic — but hey, it is for everyone to enjoy right? Residents: Find the hours, locations and pool rules by visiting BaldwinParkNetwork.

season. So come out to run, walk or spectate! Future races will be posted to social media at Visit Baldwin Park, along with details. Finally, just down the street, you can find Leu Gardens, a massive garden that hosts movie nights, interactive scavenger hunts and daily tours. Running through September and October is the garden’s annual Fairy Doors exhibit, which brings together artists from throughout Orlando to make adorable, whimsical fairy sized doors that are hidden throughout the grounds. It is truly a one-of-a-kind experience and perfect for all ages! For more, visit leugardens.org.

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com!Now that things have picked back up, your weekends are going to be jam-packed with activities all fall and winter! Just in September alone, there is a Community Market taking place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 3. It will feature more than 30 vendors from throughout Orlando. They gather right on New Broad Street by the fountain, making for the perfect scene for a fantastic Saturday morning. Along with the market, the Backyard Food Fare also will give you the chance to get out to one of our parks for a delicious night out. The next Food Fare is place on Sept. 30. You may

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remember that these fun fares took place at the beginning of the year. But now that the weather is cooling down, the association is bringing them back before heading into the busy holiday sea son. After the September Food Fare, they will start back up at the end of January and continue until May! Residents may find full details through their weekly newsletter or via the calendar on theAnothernetwork.great activity that is thankfully picking back up are the races and 5Ks! Baldwin Park hosts dozens of races throughout the year, with one almost every week in season. September is a great opportunity to get back in the groove of things by attending the Runway to Hope, Sparkle and Shine 5K! This race is for a great cause and officially starts race

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