VillageWalk Bonita Spings 2013 Newsletter by WykaTeam

June/July 2013

Upcoming Events

June 5

Mix Masters

Butterfly Estates and lunch

Psychic Luncheon

Cocktails & Conversations

Orchids feeding and disease

Father’s Day Deep Sea Fishing

Dinner Cruise

Trivia Night

BOGO Sunset Cruise

Matinee Movie

Big M Casino

Thursday, July 4th • Boarding 7 PM Depart 7:30 PM Return Following Fireworks Enjoy the Naples 4th of July Fireworks from the best view possible...on the water on the two story Double Sunshine! Your trip includes: cruise, two drink tickets, light hors d’oeuvres and, of course, the beautiful Naples Fireworks Show launched from the Naples Pier. Cost is $65.00 per person and seating is limited. This boat sells out every year and VillageWalk has 33 spots booked. All reservations must be received by June 21st. If we don’t sell all of our spots by Friday, June 21 we must give them back to Pure Naples. Don’t delay, sign up today for this amazing trip!!

July 4

Fireworks Cruise

Dolphin Explorer

Dinner Cruise on Naples Princess

12 Deep Sea Fishing 12 Cocktails and Conversations 14 Sleeping Beauty 17 Build A Salad Luncheon 18 Trivia Night 23

Movie Matinee

Big M Casino Trip

27 Jet Boat Ride 31 Lunch Cruise Naples Princess

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Special Events

Big M Casino VillageWalk residents and their guests are invited to play aboard the Big M Casino boat on Saturday, June 29 for $20.00 per person! Step aboard SOUTHWEST FLORIDA’S ONLY LUXURIOUS 162’ Gambling Ship! Enjoy blackjack, roulette, let- it-ride, 3 card poker, video poker, wheel of fortune, and various slot machines. All casino gambling cruises have a superb All You Can Eat Buffet. For this special night cruise tickets for boarding and buffet are only $20.00 per person! Don’t miss the live entertainment on the top deck! Please RSVP for this trip at least 7 days prior. No exceptions on the RSVP date please. When registering please leave your name, address and a cell phone number. The Big M Casino Cruise goes out from 6:00-11:45 p.m. for this night trip. The boat will be leaving from Moss Marina which is located at 450 Harbor Court, Fort Myers Beach. Check in and boarding with photo ID will begin 45 minutes prior to departure time. Although there is a casual dress code, please keep in mind gentlemen no cut off sleeves or tank tops allowed. Directions are available at the HOA Office. You must be checked in and boarded on the boat 15 minutes prior to departure. Please call the HOA Office today to register at 949-9909.

Painting Glasses at Masterpiece Mixers

Wednesday, June 5th 10:00 a.m.-Noon A morning of fun and creativity! “It’s Fun Art, Not Fine Art!” Masterpiece Mixers presents this fun and social class where you will choose your own designs, patterns and colors to create two pieces of artistic glassware. An assortment of stencils will be available or you may paint your own creative design on your choice of two wine glasses or beer mugs. Instruction will be given throughout the class showing various techniques and tips. All glassware to be painted and art materials are provided. Written instructions will be given on how to “cure“ the glassware at home so that it can be washed and used for years to come. (It’s a very simple process!) Cost is $25.00 per person with a minimum of 10. Food and beverage is permitted and so is BYOB. RSVP to the HOA Office by June 3.

Butterfly Estates Tour, Lunch & Butterfly Release

Friday, June 7th 11 AM Tour Noon Lunch/1:30 PM Butterfly Release A wonderful day in the heart of Summer! Surround yourself with thousands of butterflies as we tour the gardens of the Butterfly Estates in downtown Ft. Myers! The day begins with a butterfly presentation in the Butterfly Conservatory featuring 3,614 square feet of glazed glass complete with cascading waterfalls, lush tropical plants and butterflies that astound guests with their beauty. Next, our outdoor adventure starts in the butterfly gardens. Gardeners are on hand to provide information and to answer questions. After our tour, we visit Flutterby’s Café for lunch. After lunch you may return to the gardens or visit Caterpillars, a gift shop with an ice cream and fudge factory! The finale is the butterfly release at 1:30 PM in the conservatory! Cost is $29.00 per person and your entrée selection is required with your reservation. Menu descriptions available at the HOA Office, also includes beverage. RSVP required by June 3. See the HOA Office for reservations. The gardens are located at 1815 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Please arrive at 10:45 a.m. for check in.

Psychic Luncheon

Thursday, June 13 • 12:00 noon • Town Center We will have a short lecture followed by a question and answer period with Mrs. Louise Woods. She will be offering mini readings from your personal photos if you choose to bring one. Mrs. Woods will get to as many people as she can in the time allotted. This is a fun, light afternoon and, if you wish to share, bring your photos or just learn and observe. If you wish to ask questions but don’t feel comfortable sharing personal information with the group, you may write your question down on a piece of paper and she will answer them throughout the luncheon. The cost for the luncheon and reading is $18.00 per person. Get your friends together and get ready to be intrigued! Please RSVP for this luncheon by Monday, June 10. june/july 2013

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Special Events

Prime Rib Buffet at Railhead Cafe

Saturday, June 8th 5:30 pm Salad Bar, Baked Potato Bar, Chef’s select fresh steamed vegetables, Chicken Franchaise, Seafood Newburg, Prime rib of beef slow roasted, hand carved and served with au jus and horseradish sauce, and for dessert Apple Cobbler with Ice Cream. $16.95 per person call 239-221-7093 for reservations.

Cocktails and Conversations Please join us at the Town Center for these socials on Friday, June 14 and Friday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m. All residents are invited to attend these low key gettogethers in the main lobby of the Town Center. Please BYOB and any paper products you might need for the evening. No reservations needed, just show up for great conversation with your neighbors!

Day of Dance

Saturday, June 15 • 9:30-12:30 Hyatt Regency Coconut Point NCH Healthcare System invites you to bring your friends and family to dance. Hear from physicians and staff on ways to prevent cardiovascular disease and promote good joint health.. Please wear comfortable clothes to dance and move in! Activities include zumba, hip hop, Tai Chi, presentations by Sue Graziano and David Axline and much more! This event is free but please call 239-552-7554 to register. 4 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

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Father’s Day Half Day Deep Sea Fishing on the Lady Brett

Sunday, June 16th 1 PM to 5:30 PM Celebrate the special man in your life and take him fishing on the Lady Brett. Today’s trip includes complimentary beverage and snack on return. Enjoy the day on the Gulf of Mexico, a great way to spend the day! Departing from Tin City for a half day of deep sea fishing. Cruising at 18 knots, catch: grouper, snapper, kingfish, mackerel and cobia. Rod and reel, bait, fishing license and tax are included. Bring a small cooler with beer, soda, or lunch. Comfort facilities available on board. Cost is $52 per person, check payable to VillageWalk Activities. 7 day cancellation policy applies. A minimum of 10 and a maximum 20 for this trip. RSVP by Monday, June 10th.

Naples Princess Dinner Cruise with Entertainment

Tuesday, June 18-Steel Pan Sounds of J Robert Tuesday, July 9- Joe Marino Boarding at 6:30p.m. Cruise from 7:00-9:00 p.m. The Naples Princess Sunset Dinner Cruise is a local favorite and one of the best things to do in Naples! Each cruise includes a narrated tour of Naples Bay, Port Royal and Royal Harbor. We’ll cruise out through Gordon’s Pass into the beautiful Gulf of Mexico where you’ll enjoy the peaceful beauty as the sun descends slowly into the distant horizon. On these special nights enjoy the sounds of Steel Pan of J Robert or the Rockin’ tunes of Joe Marino while relaxing on the water. The Sunset Dinner Cruise menu features something appealing for everyone! The double-entree offering changes each evening - you’ll enjoy a chef-selected main entree of either roast beef, pork loin, barbecue ribs, veal roast, prime rib or beef tenderloin. Accompanying one of those selections will be an equally appealing chicken or fish entree. Each guest receives both entrees, plus the following sides: Caesar salad, Fresh rolls, Potatoes, Vegetable medley and an assortment of desserts! Price for this evening including tax and gratuity is $50.00 per person. All reservations to the HOA Office one week prior to the event.

Special Events

Trivia Night

Wednesday, June 19 & Thursday, July 18 6:00-8:00 p.m. Come test your knowledge! Trivia nights are informal, fun competitions where teams battle to see who has the greatest knowledge of matters trivial. Test your knowledge with categories including, but not limited to, sports, geography, entertainment, science and literature. The winners are the team which, at the end of the night, have correctly answered the most number of questions. Teams consist of 8 people. To reserve a full table at time of sign-up, you must pay for all 8 spots no matter how many people are on your team. This will close the table. Please come with a team name in mind so we can begin on time! Don’t worry if you don’t have a team, we can match you up! Price is $5.00 per person. Please bring snacks to share with your team at half-time. Non-alcoholic beverages and water will be provided. Get your neighbors together and get registered!

BOGO Sunset Cruise

Friday, June 21 • 7:15 p.m. (Check in at 6:45 p.m.) Sunsets to the west over the Gulf of Mexico are spectacular when viewed from the Gordon Pass or near Coastal Naples. To end, or BEGIN an evening, the 1.5 hour Sunset Cruise on-board the M/V Double Sunshine includes the popular sights of wildlife, mansions and stories of Naples’ colorful history, evening lights of the river plus you can enjoy a drink on board. Tickets for this sunset cruise are buy one get one free! $32.00 per couple or $16.00 per person. Pure Naples is located at 1200 Fifth Avenue South (US 41 E) Naples, Florida USA 34102. Please see the HOA Office for reservations. 20 spots available!

Italian Buffet at Railhead Cafe

Saturday, June 22 • 5:30pm Salad Bar, Anti-pasta salad-Assorted meats and cheeses served, marinated vegetables, Grilled Vegetable tray, Baked Lasagna, Make your pasta with tri-colored tortellini, penne pasta, sauces available are marinara, Alfredo, pesto accompanied with assorted toppings and cheeses, Chicken Piccata, Baked Fish Arreganato, Swai fish baked with oregano, lemon, white wine and olive oil, Dessert Buffet. $14.95++ call 239-221-7093 for reservations

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Attention all RESIDENTS!! Breakfast at Wimbledon

Sunday, July 7th, 2013 • 9:00 a.m. (Doors open 8:30 a.m.) • $15.p/p Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast featuring Waffle Station, Eggs with toppings, Bacon, Sausage, Quiche, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, fresh fruit bowl, muffins and more. Also included are the Wimbledon traditional Strawberries and Cream, free Mimosa’s and Bloody Marys all while watching the men’s finals of Wimbledon on the big screen in the Town Center. Please don’t be Gobsmacked and miss a great breakfast and great fun!!! Please RSVP to the HOA Office by Monday, July 1, 2013

Matinee Movie and Pizza!

Enjoy this free movie and, if you would like for $3.00 per person, you will receive one slice of pizza, popcorn and beverage. The food is optional, the movie is FREE for all residents and guests. If you are opting in for the food all reservations must be received 72 hours before the event for planning purposes. Please RSVP to the HOA Office today!

The Guilt Trip

Thursday, June 27 • 2:00 p.m. Rated-PG -13 • Run Time - 95 minutes Barbra Streisand and Seth Rogen are the perfect comedy duo as they embark on one mother of a road trip! The plan for a quick stop at Mom’s takes a sudden turn when an impulse compels Andy (Seth Rogen) to invite his mother, Joyce (Barbra Streisand), on an 8-day, 3,000 mile, journey across the country. But the farther they go, the closer they get and Andy may realize that they have more in common than he ever imagined.

Safe Haven

Tuesday, July 23 • 2:00 p.m. Rated- PG-13 • Run Time - 120 minutes Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough star in this spellbinding romantic drama based on the novel by best-selling author Nicholas Sparks (The Notebook). When a mysterious, beautiful woman named Katie (Hough), moves to Southport, North Carolina, she sparks the interest of the locals, especially Alex (Duhamel), a handsome widower. Although she is attracted to Alex, Katie is reluctant to trust him - that is, until a new friend (Cobie Smulders) convinces her to give Alex a chance. But before long, a dark secret from Katie’s past threatens her happiness in this thrilling romance directed by Lasse Hallstr”m (Dear John). june/july 2013

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Special Events

BIG M Casino Trip

Friday, July 26 Step aboard SOUTHWEST FLORIDA’S ONLY LUXURIOUS 162’ Gambling Ship! Enjoy blackjack, roulette, let- it-ride, 3 card poker, video poker, wheel of fortune, and various slot machines. All casino gambling cruises have a superb All You Can Eat Buffet. For this special day cruise tickets for boarding and buffet are only $15.00 per person! Please RSVP for this trip at least 7 days prior. No exceptions on the RSVP date please. When registering please leave your name, address and a cell phone number. The Big M Casino Cruise goes out from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for this day trip. The boat will be leaving from Moss Marina which is located at 450 Harbor Court, Fort Myers Beach. Check in and boarding with photo ID will begin 45 minutes prior to departure time. As there is a casual dress code, please keep in mind gentlemen no cut off sleeves or tank tops allowed. Directions are available at the HOA Office. You must be checked in and boarded on the boat 15 minutes prior to departure. Please call the HOA Office today to register at 949-9909.

Sunset Socials!

Friday, June 28 & Friday, July 26 Join VillageWalk residents the 4th Friday of the month at Barefoot Beach to enjoy the sunset. We will meet at the North Entrance of the park at 6:15 p.m., just look for the colorful wind sock. Please BYOB and everything you might need. If you have questions, please contact Kim at kbenthusen@gmail.com.

Jazz on the Gulf

These summer concerts are featured at the Naples Beach Hotel located at 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples, FL 34102. You may call the hotel directly for more information by dialing (239) 261-2222 Saturday, June 15th Alan Darcy Group Saturday, July 20th – Late Nite Brass Saturday, August 24th Vodkanauts Saturday, September 21 – Betty Fox Concerts begin at 7 PM. Free trolley service from Laudermilk Park every 20 minutes. Bring your own seating. No coolers permitted. Food & Beverage for sale at event.

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Dolphin Explorer

Discovery, Adventure & Learning Meet the Bottlenose Dolphin of Naples & Marco Island on Saturday, July 6th To-date, more than 140 area dolphins have been photo-identified, cataloged and named by residents and visitors to our area. Meet Captain Hook, Baby Hilton, See-You-Jimmy, Oscar, Nibbles, Jason and many more …Find who they hang out with and how they sleep. Learn about “yoyo flips”, “play dates”, “shadowing” and “aunties”. We invite you to join us to learn more about your aquatic neighbors. This 3 hour experience is just $40.00 per person with a 20 person minimum, or $55.00 person regular price. Children are ½ price. Reservations must be made by Friday, June 28th. Check in at the Marco River Marina located at 951 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island at 8:45 a.m., departing promptly at 9:00 a.m. We’ll stop for 30 minutes of shelling, and gratuity is not included. Please see the HOA Office for reservations.

Christmas In July

Food Drive and Social! Monday, July 8 - Friday, July 12 VillageWalk of Bonita will be hosting a food drive for the Bonita Springs Assistance Office. The Summer months are the slowest for the food pantry and many times the shelves are empty in the summer months. Please drop off non-perishable items to the Post Office or the Town Center during this week to help our local community. On Saturday, July 13 we will celebrate with a Christmas in July social at the Town Center from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Christmas Cookies and Non-Alcoholic beverages will be provided. Karaoke the night away to Christmas music and much more. Feel free to come in holiday attire if you wish to get into the spirit. The social is free but we are asking that each individual bring a bag of canned goods to the event for the Assistance Office. All reservations must be made by Thursday, July 11 for planning purposes. Call the HOA office to register 949-9909. We are looking for a small Karaoke Machine to be used for the evening. If you have one the Town Center could use for the evening of giving, please call Michelle at 949-9909.

Pig Roast Buffet at Railhead Café

July 20th 2012• 5:30pm Whole Roasted Pig Salad bar includes Potato Salad, pasta salad, Cole slaw, house salad and fresh fruit salad Corn Bread Muffins, Sliced Watermelon, BBQ Chicken , Fried Fish, Black eyed peas and gravy, Corn On The Cobb, Herb and Garlic Roasted Potatoes, Dessert Station - including pies, cookies and brownies. $13.95pp. call for reservations 221-7093

Special Events

Half Day Deep Sea Fishing on the Lady Brett

Friday, July 12 • 7:30 a.m. Departure Enjoy the afternoon on the Gulf of Mexico, a great way to spend the day! Departing from Tin City for a half day of deep sea fishing. Cruising at 18 knots, catch: grouper, snapper, kingfish, mackerel and cobia. Rod and reel, bait, fishing license and tax are included. Bring a small cooler with beer, soda and/or lunch. Comfort facilities available on board. Cost is $55.00 per person. 7 day cancellation policy applies. A minimum of 10 with a maximum of 20 for this trip. Please stop into the HOA Office by Friday, July 5 for reservations.

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High Speed Jet Boat Excursion

Saturday, July 27th 11:00 a.m. (check in 10:45 a.m.) Join us as we hop on the latest addition to Pure Naples…their Jet Boat…Odin! Cruising through Naples Bay by Keewaydin Island and into the Gulf of Mexico. This fun high speed activity is not for young children or anyone with heart or back issues. Please be advised, you will be required to sign a medical release prior to boarding. Maximum of 10! Cost is $24 per person. A 7 day cancellation policy applies. RSVP to the HOA Office by Monday, July 22nd.

Building a Salad Luncheon!

Wednesday, July 17 It’s something new and different for VillageWalk! Join us for a fun social to get to know your neighbors! Here is how it works...Tables will consist of 8 people. There are sign up sheets at the HOA Office with items that need to be purchased to create an amazing salad! This is an informal afternoon of fun and socializing. At the end, stay and play a variety of games, bunco, euchre, Canasta; just make sure to bring your own gaming supplies! Each table of 8 will sign up to bring all the fixings for a mouth watering salad! (see HOA Office to sign up). Person 1) Lettuce and Spinach Person 2) Tomatoes & 1 Bottle of Dressing Person 3 Celery & Onions Person 4) Croutons & 1 bottle of Salad Dressing Person 5) Shredded Cheese & Topping of Choice Person 6) Carrots & Walnuts Person 7) Broccoli & Mushrooms Person 8) Bacon Bits & Cranberries Cost is only $3 per person and includes: Special bread, Iced Tea, dessert, water, cups, plates and all silverware. All other beverages are BYOB. Sign up for a full table or meet new people. Please RSVP to the HOA Office by Friday, July 12. If this takes off we will try different theme nights/days throughout the summer months!

Naples Princess Lunch Cruise!

Special Pricing for VillageWalk Residents Wednesday, July 31 Boarding at 12noon, Cruise 12:30-2:00 p.m. Enjoy a Sea Breeze Lunch Buffet while we cruise the waters of Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico in airconditioned comfort and luxury. You’ll also enjoy our narrated tour of the Port Royal and Royal Harbor waterfronts, and view local wildlife including eagles, playful dolphins, herons, pelicans and more. The Sea Breeze Lunch Buffet menu features a delicious variety of culinary delights offering something appealing for everyone! Upscale sliced deli meats, assorted premium cheeses, Fresh bakery buns, breads & rolls, Pasta salads of various selections, assorted chips, homemade cookies, and more! This cruise is normally $46.64 per person but VillageWalk residents and guests cruise for only $28.00 inclusive of tax and gratuity! All reservations must be made at the HOA Office by Monday, July 29. june/july 2013

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Day Trips

Football Games

Are you ready for some football? Get ready to show your team spirit. Break out your team jerseys and hats and let’s get ready for football season! This year features some terrific teams and the competition will be fierce! TICKETS ON SALE Monday, June 17th at 9 AM at the HOA Office. Tickets will be open to guests on Monday, July 1.

Sunday, October 13

Philadelphia Eagles VS Tampa Bay Buccaneers 1:00 p.m. Game • Raymond James Stadium Departs VillageWalk 7:15 AM (check in 7:00 AM) $149 per person. Bonus: $10 food or beverage voucher to be used in stadium!

Isle of Capri Casino, Pompano

Thursday, July 25 NON-Smoking Casino! This facility is recognized by the American Lung Association as a smoke-free facility! Your trip includes roundtrip transportation, $15.00 slot voucher, $4.00 toward buffet. Pick up at the Bonita Grande Crossing plaza located at 12900 Bonita Beach Road SW at 8:30 a.m. Please call Trendy Tours at 239-449-5065 to make your reservations!

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Sunday, December 15

New England Patriots VS Miami Dolphins 1:00 p.m. Game • Sunlife Stadium VillageWalk Departs 7:15 AM (check in 7 AM) Lower End zone Seating • $159 per person Your trip includes: round trip motor coach transportation, continental breakfast en route and snack on return, ticket to game and full tailgate party at stadium including: hot grilled food, sides, beer, wine, soda and water. There will be movies on the bus, a football pool and more. Please bring your own chair for seating at tailgate party. Special needs seating can be accommodated upon request at time of purchase. All games are subject to change due to NFL schedule. Cost is as listed above. A $5.00 per person gratuity for driver will be collected at check in.

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Orchid Care 101–Disease Management Saturday, June 15 • 11:00 a.m. Growing Orchids in SWFL is easy and very rewarding. If you attended the Orchid 101 lecture in April then you know that growing orchids does not need a horticultural license, degree or diploma….just a semi green thumb and a love of beauty! However, there are some basic items that one must always keep in mind when growing orchids: to water, to feed and watch for diseases. In the second 101 series we will discuss how to identify orchids which need attention for disease management and their treatments. We will also discuss watering techniques, and then when to feed and when to allow your orchids to sleep. Class is $10 per person with a minimum of 10 people registered by Tuesday, June 11. Register with the HOA Office and bring your plants that day that you think need an Orchid Doctor!

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All Occasions

JUNE BIRTHDAYS AnnMarie Cappadona • Marita Flach John Flach • Carol Migliores Jane Varrano • Gerri Burke Jeannie Ensminger • Bill Hedges Donald Cordes JUNE ANNIVERSARIES Sandy & Dick Button Rosanne & Bob Sonner Bill & Jane Hedges John & Liz Kisbac Tony & Rita Cavallro JULY BIRTHDAYS Loretta Cook • Joyce DePigian Nice Ferrante • Tom Hubbell Sheila Kelley • Lynn Muro • Brenda Peters Barbara Tamborino • Julie Smith

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Bingo

SUMMER SCHEDULE – 1st and 3rd Monday of the month June 3 & 17, July 1 & 15, August 5 & 19 • Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Play begins at 7 p.m. Admission is $10 for a 6-on Pack (extra 3-on Packs are $5) + 2 “Speedy Bingo” Specials can be purchased for $1 each. Door prizes and 50/50. Join us and bring a friend! BINGO FREE FOOD SPECIALS (with your paid admission) June 3 - FREE Meatball Sandwich July 1 - FREE Hot Dog Doors open early at 6PM on these special nights.

July Anniversary Donald & Peg Cordes If you have a special occasion, birthday or anniversary, please send an email to Marita at mlflach@aol.com. We like sharing these special dates with the community!

Village Walk Ambassadors/ Welcoming Committee VillageWalk Bonita has 4 receptions per year........ February, May, August, November. All VW residents are welcome to attend any of these Socials. Coffee and cookies will be provided. If you have any questions, you may contact Joyce Buckler at 239-949-3301 or e-mail her at mjloretta@aol.com. If you would like to volunteer, please e-mail Joyce Buckler at mjloretta@aol.com.

BOCCE CLUB

Open Play will continue through the year Ladies play Wednesdays at 10AM Men Play Fridays at 10AM Everyone can play! Come out and join the fun, learn the game if you’ve never played and meet people!!

Bike Club

Assemble at the Bocce Parking Area, Thursday, June 6th at 9 AM. Carpool to Marco Island. Ride this picturesque barrier island, to include a side trip to Goodland. We plan to have lunch at one of the local restaurants. Some may wish to extend the ride to include a shopping adventure. As usual helmets are required, mirrors suggested. For further information call Ray Youmans, 207-837-3985. After June our next gathering will be in the fall. Check the Talk of the Walk for details.

Village Walk Ladies Travel Teams (from left to right) Marie Antonucci, Barbara Spring, Lila Ruggio Maria Apalakis, Brenda Peters, Rose Gervasi Jan Forester, Mary McGurk (Missing from the photo Maureen Mullin and Ada Mariconda) june/july 2013

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THE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Please note the Breast Cancer Support Group has changed its name to denote a wider reach to all cancer survivors, caregivers and their supporters. Our next meeting is on Wednesday, June 12 at 7:00p.m. All are welcome. Please RSVP to Gail Wright, gwright43@gmail.com, for planning purposes.

BRIDGE SOCIAL CONTRACT

1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the Great Room. Contact: Lela 948-0267

Bunco!

Will return in the Fall. Look for updates in future issues of Talk of the Walk.

Tuesday Night Poker

Open To all Players. Meet at the Town Center from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday night. If interested please call Lynne Covey at 288-4917 or email bolandll@ aol.com.

Ladies Evening BUNCO!

Will return in the Fall. Look for updates in future issues of Talk of the Walk.

Canadians

If you are a Canadian at VillageWalk, be sure to join the Canadian Club to get tax and other tips geared for Canadians living at VillageWalk and to meet other Canadians. E-mail Frank Kearney at frank@fgkearney.ca The Canadian Club’s website is at http://www.fgkearney.ca/ canadians.html 10 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

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Canasta Join us in the Hibiscus Room on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. and Tuesday nights in the main lobby at 7:00 p.m. for this card game. If you are interested, please contact Rita Migliorese at 239-498-3312 or email coastalbreeze1@embarqmail.com to schedule an instructional session.

Card Making & Rubberstamping Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. in the Town Center for this class. Each class is $12.00 per person paid directly to the instructor. If you wish to attend, reservations are a must by calling Sue Keys at 495-7785 or Ruth Naton 948-3662.

VillageWalk CERT

CERT is a group of community volunteers trained by local fire departments to be the first responders in their neighborhoods in an emergency such as a hurricane or tornado. VillageWalk is in need of more members to be better prepared to respond to and cope with the aftermath of a disaster in our community. Help us to provide better response in an emergency. Sign up for a CERT course with Bonita Fire and Rescue. If you would like more information or have questions, email VWCERTbonita@gmail.com.

Men’s Coffee

Meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 9:00 am in the Town Center. The coffee group shares useful home repair information, the names of reliable tradespeople and health care professionals, gets updates on community events and gossip and typically can ask questions of our Town Manager, Kathryn Halas, who attends most meetings. Group meetings are always well attended, highly informative and the coffee is always free. For more information or to be added to the Men ‘s Coffee mailing list, contact Frank Kearney (519) 471-6154 frank@ fgkearney.ca. You can also check out the Men’s Coffee website at www.fgkearney.ca/menscoffee.html

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Digital Photography Club Show

Meet once a month to shoot different locations and objects! For information or to attend, please call Leonard Weinberg 215-570-9909.

Dining with Friends Dining with friends will continue to meet in the summer months even though some of our members may be gone for some of the time. If you have not tried this group but think it might be something you would enjoy give us a try. We always welcome new people. Sara will be gone until November. If you have any questions you can call me. I will be the contact person until she returns. We will meet in our homes with a main hostess and helping hostesses June through November. Mark your calendar for June 18th and July 16th. I am in need of hostesses for the summer season so if you haven’t hosted for a while, it would be greatly appreciated. Joan Tassone 239- 985- 9336.

Euchre

Do you know how to play Euchre? If you are interested in playing, come to the Town Center at 6:45 PM on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month to secure your chair at a table. We play 4 to a table; it is firstcome, first-play. We start promptly at 7 PM. If you have questions, please e-mail Joyce Buckler at mjloretta@aol.com.

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Fishing Club Next Meeting Monday, June 3 & Monday July 1 at 9:00 a.m. in the Town Center.

Hand and Foot

Join in the fun on Friday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. in the Town Center for this takeoff on Canasta.

Game Night

1st & 3rd Tuesday • 7 p.m. in the Great Room Get a group together to play Euchre, Pinochle, Rummy Cube, or your game of choice. Have a new game to share? Bring it with you.

Helping Hands

Helping Hands is a group of VillageWalk volunteers who are available to provide short-term assistance to VillageWalk residents who have medical needs. This might include driving to doctors’ appointments, grocery shopping, providing a meal during illness, or other support. If you or someone you know needs a “helping hand,” please contact one of the following: Linda at 494-5082 (lgjohnson2@gmail.com) Suzanne at 948-4309 (kileysuzannea@aol.com)

Grandma’s Closet

We need your baby stuff! As people move in and out of our community it’s important to keep updating our Grandma’s Closet listing. Grandma’s Closet is a community listing of baby and children’s items such as cribs, strollers, play toys etc. that you are willing to share with other homeowners. We all have family who come into town; instead of buying these items why not help someone in need. If you are willing to share or need items to be shared, please contact Margie Lutz at 390-9305 or email lmlutz@embarqmail.com. Don’t forget to mention your name, phone number, the items and if you are seasonal or permanent. We thank you in advance!

Would You Like To Help With A Community Healing Shawl?

Contact Linda Rosen at 947-0900 or email her at wondlin@embarqmail.com.

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Hooked on Books

June 12, 2013 Hooked on Books will meet on June 12, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Town Center. We will be discussing “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin with Joan Tassone leading the discussion. Drawing on the rich history of the twentieth century – from the late twenties to the mid sixties - The Aviator’s Wife is a vividly imagined novel of a complicated marriage; revealing both its dizzying highs and its devastating lows. July 10, 2013 The book under discussion in July is “Wild. A Pacific Journey” by Cheryl Strayed. Lela Gahweiler will lead our discussion as we meet at 1 p.m. in the Town Center. After the shock of her mother’s unexpected death, 22 year old Cheryl Strayed became totally lost in the world: her family splintered, her young marriage collapsed. In this moving memoir, the author describes how she attempts to find herself again by hiking 1100 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. Please email Marge Wisniewski (margewise@gmail. com) or call (948-3930) if you will be attending these meetings.

Hooked on Books II

Our evening Bookclub meetings will be resuming after the summer, on Thursday, Oct. 3rd, at 7 pm at the Town Center’s Hibiscus Room. Any questions, please call or email Michele Cudnik (239) 405-7592 / m.cudnik@ hotmail.com

Ladies Golf

The Ladies Golf group meets every Friday. We are open to all levels of play; our goal is to enjoy the camaraderie of the golf course, to have a good time and get some exercise. If you are interested and have not contacted me already, please call Marge at 948-3930 or email margewise@gmail.com to be included. We welcome all golfers. 12 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

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Ladies’ Coffee

Ladies coffee will resume in the fall. We are looking for volunteers to host each month. Please contact Michelle at 949-9909 if you are interested in volunteering.

Lunch Bunch

June 26, 2013 The Lunch Bunch group will meet at 12:00 noon at Ridgway Bar and Grill on 3rd Street, Naples. We will enjoy lunch on their air-conditioned patio overlooking the garden. They offer a large variety of lunch specials and, of course, separate checks will be issued. The address for Ridgway Bar and Grill is 1300 Third St. South. Naples. Tammy will accept your reservations until Monday June 24th at 4:00 p.m. JULY 24, 2013 We are heading to the beach in July – Ft. Myers Beach, that is. Our noon reservations are at the Parrot Key at the end of Main Street, Ft. Myers Beach. Their 3 page menu ranges from Soup and Salads to Treasures and Tradition – something for everyone. The address is 2500 Main Street. Travel on San Carlos Boulevard and then turn left on Main Street at the foot of the Matanzas Bridge. Parrot Key is at the end of Main Street. Tammy will have a map for you when you make a reservation. Reservations must be in by 4:00 p.m. on July 17th (one week before the event). We hope you will join us for these fun events!

Mah Jongg

Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room. Come on out and learn how to play!

Lunch & A Movie

To find out information about the next outing please email Elaine Hubbell at hubbell70@msn.com.

Sunshine Committee

Many times we would be more than willing to help our neighbors if we only knew they were in need. If you know someone in our community who is ailing or who has lost a loved one, please contact Mary Jane at 221-7160 or email mjolie1900@gmail.com.

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VillageWalk Men’s Golf League

The VillageWalk Men’s Golf League invites you to come join the In-Season fun. League Players and Substitutes are welcome throughout the year. We currently play at Spanish Wells Country Club on Thursdays from November through April, located west of us on Bonita Beach Road near 41. The Club offers 3 professional nines, which we rotate to play 18 every week. All levels of play are welcome; we play to have fun, enjoy each other and our fantastic Florida weather. Contact information Len Yanazzo Phone: 239-495-3690 Cell: 518-281-3804 E Mail: Lyanazzo@mac.com Andy DiPalma Phone: 239-405-7145 Cell: 239-404-3816 E Mail: Adipalma13@gmail.com The Summer League operates from May through October and plays various courses throughout our area. Andy DiPalma schedules play on a weekly basis. This is a real opportunity to play the elite courses at very reduced rates. Tee times are normally early enough to play comfortably. Please contact Andy for details.

Expanding Horizons To find out what is new and upcoming please contact Rosalie at roeteach@aol.com.

313 Join us Thursday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. in the Town Center for this fun card game. It’s quick and easy to learn! Call Ada at 949-1671 for more information or to join the fun.

Attention: All Senior Softball Players

Collier County Senior Softball (CCSS) is looking for slow-pitch softball players, age 50 and up, Tuesdays and Thursdays, April-December. Play is informal and teams are selected prior to games. If interested, be there Tuesday and Thursday beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Veteran’s Park off Immokalee Road approximately 2 miles west of I-75. For more information contact Bob Schreyer at 239-947-2174 or visit HTTP://CollierCountySeniorSoftball.org.

H . O . A . I n f o r m at i o n

New Stop Signs and Speed Limit Signs

The HOA will be installing 2 more stop signs at the west intersection of Latitude Drive and VillageWalk Circle, making that intersection a 3 way-All Way stop. Speed limit signs are to be added throughout the community to remind drivers the speed limit in VillageWalk is 25 mph. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office will be patrolling this intersection and the rest of the community and will issue citations to those drivers who do not stop at the stop signs or who exceed the posted speed limit.

Fitness Center Knowledge

The abductor and adductor fitness equipment is not designed to be used when standing. The proper use of this fitness equipment is in the seated position as it is designed. The Life Fitness bikes in the fitness center are not designed to be used while standing on the bikes. Some fitness bikes are designed for that type of use but those in our fitness center are not. Standing on the bikes in this way has caused damage to both the bikes, which the HOA has repaired. Please know the treadmills are not designed to be used without turning on the motor or to be forced in a backwards motion. Using the treadmills without the power on will damage the motor, and forcing the treads in the opposite direction of their installation causes damage to the belts and motor. Improper use of fitness center equipment becomes a safety and liability issue for the Homeowners Association along with extra costs to the homeowners to repair this equipment. Please use the fitness center equipment as it was designed to be used by the manufacturer. Anyone caught misusing the equipment per manufacturer’s instructions of proper use may be banned from the fitness center and assessed the cost of repairs to the machines. june/july 2013

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Have a landscaping issue or concern?

Simply call the Town Center at 9499909 and speak with Tammy. Tammy will add your name, address and landscaping concerns to be inspected at the next Landscape Review. Please include the location where plants or trees are either dead or looking stressed. Typically Reviews are done every Friday, with the Manager, Landscape Manager and Irrigation Supervisor visiting your home to look for cause and resolution. Please contact the HOA if you have plants that have died or look to be doing poorly.

Saturday and Sunday Guard Services

The Homeowners Association added guard service on Saturdays and Sundays between 12 noon and 6 p.m. The guard is to patrol the Town Center and the Pool areas during that time. If a resident or homeowner believes there is a problem at a pool with either unsafe or discourteous behavior, or suspects there are visitors at the pool who are not residents or homeowners, or simply sees something that does not look right, please find the guard on duty and report the issue. The guards have access to owner and resident information and have the authority to handle the problem.

Architectural Change Approval Needed

No matter what you are placing outside, if it is in view of the neighbors, from the streets or walkways, it needs to be approved before you may place it outside. Plants may not be removed or installed without prior approval either. All physical changes to the exterior of the home must receive approval prior to any changes being made. Fences are not permitted.

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Hurricane Season Begins June 1 through November 30.

We all hope this year will be a quiet year for hurricanes. Shutters may be installed June 1 through November 30th if the home will be unoccupied for the Hurricane Season. Reminder: all shutters must come down or reopen December 1, no exceptions. Remember to secure all items (potted plants, exterior umbrellas, lanai furniture and exterior art décor) on the exterior during a hurricane or while you are away. Any small, loose items can become missiles during these storms, causing a lot of damage to property, screened cages and unprotected windows. Check you pool enclosures and lanai cages for rusty or brown or missing bolts and replace any found with new bolts: this keeps them strongest in high winds.

Just a reminder: Must have’s in your ready-to-go emergency kit:

• 1 gallon of drinking water per day per person • Non-perishable ready-to-eat- food (canned foods/ milk, peanut butter, energy or granola bars, instant coffee and other drinks, etc.) and manual can opener • Two week supply of medications (w/ list of dosage, amount, doctors to contact for emergency medical treatment) • Analog phone (no battery or electricity needed) • First aid kit, bug spray, sunscreen and extra batteries, baby or sanitary wipes • Battery operated radio (extra batteries) and NOAA or other radio • Flashlight (extra batteries) • Cash/credit cards and important documents (DL, Social Security card, insurance policies, medical cards, etc) in sealed plastic bags to keep dry • Extra bleach for disinfecting water • Work or gardening gloves, sturdy shoes, hat. • Check on line for Lee County’s Hurricane Preparation Plan for more information.

REMINDER: HOA FEES ARE DUE JULY 1st. Happy Fourth of July to All Residents! Stay safe everyone, and enjoy the fireworks!

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Tennis Committee

Kathy Jozwiak -Chairwoman Sue Keys - JoAnn Taylor - Don Spillane - Harold Allen

Tennis Committee Meeting Meetings will resume in the fall.

Women’s 3.0 55+ USTA Champs

Congratulations to Women’s 3.0 55+ USTA Champions, they will represent Collier county in the Florida Section Championship held in Daytona the weekend of June 21st. Pictured are seated Rosanne Sonner, Kathy Jozwiak (caption) Diana Gilman (co-captain) Donna Cox. Standing are Joann Taylor, Terry OGrady, Sue Solomon Jane Handworth and Susan Kavanaugh.

Tennis Instructors Herbert Wormser PTR certified Barbara Wormser USPTA certified

Services and Consultations: Racquet stringing and re-gripping • Sales of Tennis Equipment • Demo Racquets • Gift Certificates Private & semi private lessons $ 59 PER hour Group and league clinics open or by level $ 15-$ 20 p.p. for 90 minutes. Package prices are available For complete information about all our programs and signing up please contact Herbert at 239-947-4050 or email wormserb@ aol.com or check the bulletin board at the tennis pavilion and our Tennis Pro Shop at the Town Center.

all Tennis Players Breakfast at Wimbledon Sunday, July 7th, 2013 • 9:00 a.m. (Doors open 8:30 a.m.) • $15.p/p Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast featuring Waffle Station, Eggs with toppings, Bacon, Sausage, Quiche, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, fresh fruit bowl, muffins and more. Also included are the Wimbledon traditional Strawberries and Cream, free Mimosa’s and Bloody Marys all while watching the men’s finals of Wimbledon on the big screen in the Town Center. Please don’t be Gobsmacked and miss a great breakfast and great fun!!! Please RSVP to the HOA Office by Monday, July 1, 2013

Tennis Instructor : Mindy Rashbaum

USTA 4.5 rated, PTR Certified Tennis Pro & USTA Adult Team Coach Only Certified Team Prince Elite Instructor and Ambassador in Collier/Lee County Services include: Private instruction for (technical stroke production, tactical and strategic play) Semi-Private/Group instruction simulating live point playing. Prince racquet demos Pricing: Private ( $60.00 per hour ~ $250.00 5 pack) Group/Clinic ($15.00 per hour) • 239-206-0372 or mindigogirl@mac.com

(See Bulletin Board) 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays $15 per person Call Mindy at 206-0372

SUMMER MIX

Tennis Fun for All Kids

THURSDAY 11:00-12:30 3.0/3.5 COMBO CRUNCH CLINIC

Practice & Play on Thursdays at 5.30 pm

$65.00 per hour. A customized training program incorporating tennis stroke production, agility and fitness. This approach enhances muscle memory for your strokes. Footwork and agility development for fast twitch muscle movement. For additional information please call Mindy at 206-0372.

Thursdays at 4.30 pm for kids age 7 years and older 5 lessons of 60 minutes is $ 55, minimum of 5 kids.

Clinic for all levels, 45 min. practicing strokes/doubles drills 45 min. coached playtime, minimum of 5 players Cost: $18 for 90 minutes, package price $ 80 for 5 sessions

Attention!!

X-FIT TENNIS (crossfit training)

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HATHA YOGA / PILATES CLASS

Come join my stretch, balance, tone YOGA/ PILATES class. This discipline concentrates on full body awarenessâ&#x20AC;Ś.

MIND BODY AND SPIRIT

This one hour class is conducted to regain your energy after a busy day. You will acquire strength, better balance, lose inches and have FUN. I am a certified Yoga, Pilates and Tai-Chi instructor with over 30 years experience. Come join me at the Town Center every Wednesday night at 6:30. $6.00 per class. Call 239-4953313 or email sgam1956@hotmail.com for additional information. Thank you, Mary Ann Sundin - 28132 Goby Trail - VillageWalk

Water Aerobics

Free class run by a volunteer resident! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Resort Pool. This is a great class for all fitness levels and abilities. No need to sign up, just show up! If you have any questions please contact Marita at mlflach@aol.com.

YOGA FLOW

with Camille on Mondays & Thursdays at 6pm

Camilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yoga style tightens and tones the entire body, enhances balance, improves flexibility and builds core strength by combining traditional fitness training, focused breathing and strength building through yoga poses. The result is a mind-body workout that improves health, athletic performance and mental acuity in people of all ages and fitness levels. It truly is yoga for everybody and everybody. Class $5.00. Contact for more info: mimilleyoga@yahoo.com

Fridays at 10:00 a.m. in the Ballroom $8.00 per class This routine features interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body, while burning fat. For more information please call Valentina at 822-7402 or email valenenid@hotmail.com.

thomics (for kids)

Saturday, June 1 at 2:00 p.m. $8 per kid or $14 for 2 kids in the same household. Please email Valentina at valenenid@hotmail.com. Minimum of 10 kids requested to make class a go!

Walking DVD Class Monday - Friday at 9:00 a.m. in the Aerobics Room. Great for all levels, low impact, free class that anyone can join. If you have borrowed any of the Walking DVD tapes, please return to the HOA Office ASAP. Many of these exercise tapes are individually owned. We thank you in advance.

Rose Costello, Personal Trainer

239-980-3352 or Botrose@aol.com. BS in Vocational Rehabilitation Education from Pennsylvania State University. Degree in Fitness and Nutrition.

Cardio & Strength DVD Class

Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the Aerobics Room. Join us for this strenuous DVD tape and stay in shape for the season! Free class, anyone can join. 16 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

Muscle and Conditioning! NOTE TIME CHANGE!!!

If you are interested in participating in a muscle conditioning class (using hand weights, ball, body weight, etc), please contact Rose Costello at 980-3352 or Botrose@ aol.com. We have class on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. Must provide own weights, ball and mat or towel. Cost $5.00 per class.

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Regal Cinemas

Now available at the HOA Office window are Regal Cinemas discounted movie tickets! Choose between the VIP Super Saver for only $7.00, a restricted ticket that cannot be used during the first 12 days of selected new release films, or the Premiere Super Saver movie tickets which are only $8.00. These tickets are accepted anytime and never expire. Limit 10 tickets per request.

Miromar Outlets

To receive your free VIP coupon booklet which contains hundreds of dollars of savings, simply pick up a referral card at the Town Center and bring it to Miromar Outlets. This is a great benefit for VillageWalk as Miromar will be giving back money to our property with every referral card turned in. We can use these gift cards for prizes at our upcoming functions! So grab a whole bunch and pass them out to your friends and neighbors. It’s a win-win for everyone.

Community Cookbook! Pick up your copy from the HOA Office for $15.00 each! All proceeds will be split between The Bonita Springs Assistance Office and VillageWalk Activities.

Payment/Cancellation Policy

Due to the high volume of activities and for more efficient tracking purposes, payment is required with reservations for all activities. There will only be a 72hour window for residents who are out of town. We thank you in advance for helping us make this smooth transition to improve our overall accounting records for the activities here at VillageWalk. For Special events including dinner dances, there will be a full refund for cancellations made up to 7 days prior to the event date. For day trips the minimum cancellation is 15 days prior to the trip date. For tickets purchased such as theatre, sporting events, and other special events as specified ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Cancellations after these dates for any reason including medical or family are subject to forfeiture of the entire cost unless the event is re-sold, in which case a refund will be issued. For all Activities Reservations, please see Tammy at the H.O.A. Office window.

Activities/Decorating Committee Meeting

Thursday, June 13 at 3:30 p.m., No Meeting in July

Philharmonic tickets (All sales final)

E-mail Distribution List If you would like to receive updates for the community with Activities and HOA information or wish to have the newsletter please visit http://visitor.constantcontact.com/ manage/optin/ea?v=0015wAefDSEiwLNHB51vgSwhg or stop in the Town Center and fill out a form.

Holiday Pops Saturday, December 21 at 8pm 20 tickets $80 West Side Story December 29 at 2pm 20 tickets $92 The Gershwins’ Porgy & Bess Saturday, January 25 at 8pm 30 tickets $92

Radio Days Saturday, February 1 at 8pm 20 tickets $77 Jersey Boys Saturday, March 15 at 8pm 30 tickets $92 Evita Sunday, April 6 at 7pm 30 tickets $92

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Shrek The Musical!

Friday, August 2 • 4:30 p.m. Departure from Town Center We will board the bus and head for the Broadway Dinner Palm theatre for this hilarious story of everyone’s favorite GREEN ogre, Shrek. Things get ugly when an unseemly ogre shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairytale misfits, and you’ve got a mess that calls for a real hero…Shrek. Shrek The Musical is part romance, part twisted fairytale and all irreverent fun for everyone! Your evening includes roundtrip transportation to/ from VillageWalk, Buffet Dinner, taxes and gratuities and ticket to the show. $75.00 per person. Gratuity for the driver is not included and is suggested at $5 per couple or $3 per person. We must have 20 people for this group rate. If we fall below 20 transportation will be on own and ticket price will be reduced to reflect the change. All reservations must be received by Monday, June 10.

Disney’s Sleeping Beauty

Sunday, July 14 • 12:00 p.m. Lunch • 1:00 p.m. Show A sleeping princess, a spellbound Prince and fairies are all part of this musical adaptation of the popular tale. Join us as we head to The Broadway Dinner Palm Theatre in Fort Myers for this beloved fairy tale. After each show, the cast stays on stage to answer questions from the audience. You will also get to meet the cast when they sign autographs and have pictures taken in the lobby immediately following the show. All tickets for this show are $17.00 per person which includes : ticket to the show and the chef’s buffet - children’s favorites like pizza, chicken nuggets, pasta, french fries , a salad bar with yogurt, jello, fruit, salad greens, assorted vegetables and chocolate and vanilla cake. Please make your reservations by Monday, July 8. Please Note: Strollers are not permitted in the theatre. There are a limited number of booster seats available through the theatre, please indicate at time of reservation if one is needed. 18 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

Barbara B Mann

War Horse

Thursday, March 13, 2014 • 7:30 p.m. A heart-warming tale of loyalty and friendship, and winner of FIVE 2011 Tony Awards®, WAR HORSE tells the story of young Albert and his beloved horse Joey. When Joey is sold to the cavalry and shipped from England to France, he is soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man’s land. But Albert cannot forget Joey and, still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find him and bring him home. Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness that is currently playing to packed houses in London and around the world. At its heart are astonishing life-sized puppets created by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company that bring to life breathing, galloping, charging horses strong enough for men to ride. We are looking to contract tickets with Barbara B Mann for this show. They are very strict with their payment policy and VillageWalk does not want to get stuck with extra tickets. If you are interested in this show please call the HOA Office today at 949-9909. If we have 20 people interested in tickets we will go ahead with our group contract.

V i l l a g eW a l k S a l e s

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CLASSIC SERIES

open tuesday - saturday by appointment at 10:00 a.m. Telephone: (239) 992-8181 Walk-ins welcome!

ESTATE SERIES

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Dunwoody Lane - 2,315 a/c

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GARDEN SERIES

Steven Emerson Hair Studio

Tel: 221-7093

Gray Myst - 1,392 a/c sq. ft.

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Vernon Hill - 1,911 a/c sq. ft. Pine Spring - 1,492 a/c sq. ft.

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Come view our new designer options!

Furnished Model!

Please stop by or call the VillageWalk Sales Center for more information.

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Fifth Third Bank Hours of Operation Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Closed Tuesday) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 239-992-1695 • Fax 239-002-2461 www.53.com

Tennis & Travel Pro Shop Herbert Wormser/ Neil Koelemeyer Please visit our Tennis & Travel Shop at the Town Center, # 300 Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday Noon to 2:00 pm

closed on tuesday

Kitchen open 11am – 8pm Bar open 11am – close Breakfast Sunday 9 am -12 noon. Happy Hour 4 pm-6 pm and 9 pm – Close 2-1 well drinks, reduced beer and wine prices Email; mattg@railheadtogo.com Website; www.Railheadtogo.com for specials, coupons and upcoming events massage therapist Now Available on fridays!

Serenity Salon Hours of Operation Monday - Tuesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday - Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Closed Wednesdays & Sundays 495-5863 After Hours Appointments Available

947-6260

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