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APRIL 2015VOLUME 15 ISSUE 4

Reflections | April 2015 || 2 |

ADVERTISING POLICYSolivita reserves the right to refuse advertisement and does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. Advertisement in Reflections does not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods or services by Solivita.

VILLAGE CENTER HOURSAdministration 863-427-7100 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Mainscape Onsite Representative Administration Building Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12pm

Marketplace Bistro 863-427-7157 Daily 8am-8pm

Riviera Spa & Fitness Center 863-427-7130 Monday-Thursday 6:30am-9pm Friday-Sunday 7am-7pm

Starlite Ballroom Daily 8am-11pm

Stonegate Pro Shop 863-427-7150 x4710 Daily 7am-6pm

The Grille at Stonegate 863-427-7167 Daily 8am-8pm Bar Open Until 9pm Daily

The Palms 863-496-1530 Amenity Center Monday-Sunday 8am-9pm Kid's Pool Hours Monday-Friday 12pm-4pm Saturday & Sunday 9am-9pm Fitness Center Monday-Thursday 6:30am -9pm Friday-Sunday 7am-6pm

Waterfront Galleries Daily 8am-11pm

Wells Fargo Bank 863-421-5448 Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Welcome Center or Model Park 863-427-7000 Monday-Saturday 9:30am -5:30pm Sunday 11am -5:30pm

PHONE LISTAAM Customer Service 866-516-7424 For ALL Club & HOA Matters [email protected]

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Architectural Review 863-427-7022 Fax 863-427-7093

Catering & Banquets 863-427-7150 (Stonegate Golf Club) x4720

Club & HOA Account Questions 321-332-1877

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Concierge 863-427-7100 Fax 863-496-4453

Lifestyles Activities 863-427-7125

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Security-Main Gate 863-427-4238

Security-South Gate 863-496-1473

Security -Venezia 863-427-2338

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REFLECTIONSAPRIL 2015 VOLUME 15 ISSUE 4

ON THE COVER

The beautiful result of the Fishing

For Trash event, held by the Solivita

Fishing Club to clean up Solivita's

ponds. Learn more on page 4. Photo

by Gene Burch.

Reflections | April 2015 | | 3 |

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S olivita is feeling the spring season with a great lineup of festive events and special nights throughout the entire

month of April. A fantastic family tradition, hop on over to Village Drive for the much anticipated annual Spring Parade and Carnival where residents deck out their golf carts and their grandchildren with some of the season’s favorites. Ending at Freedom Park, this is the place to be for the best Spring Carnival around town with Easter egg hunts, carnival games, food, and live entertainment. Setting the tone for the community, wonderful events like this enhance the overall Solivita experience.

A thriving metropolis, Orlando has recently been featured in several best-buy and top-destination lists. Noted for characteristics like the favorable year-round weather to the variety of leisure opportunities, the greater Orlando lifestyle has it all. Nestled within this hot-buy market, Solivita takes that lifestyle to the next level by creating our very own way of life within these gates. With charming neighborhoods featuring

modern home designs, Solivita is a must-see destination for premier active-adult living. With great ways to test-drive the lifestyle like the Discovery Days program, friends and family who want to see what Solivita is all about can do just that. Since Jack Frost is still hanging around up north longer than usual, I’m sure they would appreciate the shorts and sandals standard that our residents enjoy.

It’s a privilege and a joy to be a part of the Solivita community as we continue to welcome home new residents from across the country who add character to our community. Defined not so much by the world-class amenities, our lifestyle is defined by the wonderful folks who call Solivita home.

David Smith863-427-7000

News From AV HomesBy David Smith Division President, AV Homes, Inc.

WANTED! ARTISAN & CRAFT VENDORS FOR THE 14TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVALSaturday, November 7th from 9:30am-3pmRain or Shine | Application Deadline is June 30th10% Early Registration Discount Deadline is May 29th

Application packets will be mailed out sometime in April. To have your name added to the mailing list, please call the Lifestyles Office at 863-427-7125 or send an email to [email protected].



You do not have to be a fisherman to enjoy the many beautiful ponds here in Solivita. Did you know that we have around

a hundred ponds of various sizes within the gates of Solivita? Some of the ponds are natural, but most are man made. They serve as storm water retention ponds and as Solivita continues to grow, more ponds will be added. These ponds are owned and maintained by the Poinciana Development District (PCDD).

There has never been a formal fish stocking program; however, almost every Solivita pond is full of fish. Throughout the years, fisherman have transported fish caught from outside of Solivita and placed them in our ponds, as well as moved them to ponds with few or no fish. You may have seen many residents fishing along the banks or an occasional boat in the water. Many are members of the Solivita Fishing Club. The club has developed a unique relationship with the ponds.

We know the grounds of Solivita are kept very clean, but what happens to the trash that makes its way into the ponds? Three years ago while fishing, I saw one of the larger birds with a nylon rope twisted around its beak. A few days later the bird was still struggling to remove it. I did not see it after that; I can only hope the bird was able to get the rope off. After seeing this, the club put together a “Fishing For Trash” event for our members. For several weeks, club members picked up trash as they fished the ponds. We offered prizes for the biggest “catch.”

This first event in 2012 gathered 75 pounds of trash, the second year was 175 pounds, and the third year was 168 pounds. Fishing For Trash is now an annual coordinated event that takes place in January, February, and March. During the January 2015 event, eighteen club members (cleaning twenty-three ponds) fished in over 175 pounds of trash. Trash collected included candy/

food wrappers, styrofoam cups, plastic bags, paper, and some building debris. By the end of the March, we cleaned almost every accessible pond in Solivita and collected more than 250 pounds of trash. The Solivita Fishing Club feels that this is our way to “pay it forward" to the community. We are fortunate to live in Solivita and enjoy the preservation areas, the wildlife, and the fishing. The Solivita Fishing Club is asking for help in this effort.

Fishing For TrashREDISCOVERING THE BEAUTY

OF SOLIVITA'S PONDS

ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY GENE BURCH, VICE PRESIDENT OF SOLIVITA FISHING CLUB Solivita Fishing Club Members

Sample of the 408 pounds of trash collected.

The club will be "Fishing For Trash" again over the summer.



Spring is in the air and Easter is early this year, which means Mardi Gras was in February. Sometimes when you make a joke too often about something, it backfires on you. I’ve had several residents ask me, “How do you always seem to dial in good weather for outside events?” In response, I make the joke, “It does not rain on Solivita’s parades!”

Well the joke finally backfired on me; this year it poured. I am REALLY glad we decided to move the event inside. It was the first time we had to cancel a parade. I want to thank the Veterans Club (who was still willing to march in the rain) and all the clubs and residents who stuck around hoping the rain would stop.

A special thank you goes to Gene from the Solivita Fishing Club who spent 50 hours on his pirate ship for the parade (pictured). While the event was going on, I heard a golf cart horn continuously being honked. I went running out of the Ballroom thinking someone was hurt and there was Gene, performing his one-man, one-float parade in the rain. Gene, you rock!

Even with the rain, Mardi Gras was a huge success. I was very proud of how all the clubs came together and were cooperative with the last minute move inside. Thank you for understanding and working together to make it happen. I also want to thank all the residents who came out to support the event. I was amazed how many people did not care it was raining; they wanted to celebrate Mardi Gras and support the clubs.

In February, a detective from the Department of Bureau of Special Investigations, Strategic Investigation Analysis Section/Vice Unit with the Polk County Sheriff ’s Office spoke at the Annual Solivita Club President Meeting on the topic of raffles and gambling. He did an outstanding job answering questions, but because there can be many interpretations of Florida laws I believe the presentation has brought up even more questions. If you would like to review the detective’s PowerPoint presentation, please email me and I will forward it to you. If you continue to have questions after reviewing the PowerPoint, please contact the Investigation Unit at 863-292-3342.

This month’s funny comes from my dad about golf. “It takes longer to learn good golf than it does brain surgery. On the other hand, you seldom get to ride around on a golf cart, drink beer, and eat hot dogs while performing brain surgery.”

NEWSLETTER DEADLINESNewsletter submissions should be emailed to: [email protected].

MAY SUBMISSIONSCalendar submissions and newsletter articles are due Wednesday, April 1st by 3pm. Inserts are due by Friday, April 17th. (All inserts must be approved by Communications before they are copied.)

JUNE SUBMISSIONSCalendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Friday, May 1st by 3pm.

JULY SUBMISSIONSCalendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Monday, June 1st by 3pm.

Sheri Wollschlager [email protected]

By Sheri Wollschlager Director of Lifestyles

Gene Burch and His Pirate Float



Committee RoundupSolivita Advisory Committee (SAC)Email SAC with issues, concerns, or questions. Art Jamison: [email protected]; Ann Smith: [email protected]; Bill Land: [email protected]; Barry Spero: [email protected]; Bunny Weitz: [email protected]; Dave Daubert: [email protected]; Judy Johnston: [email protected]; Kathy Laffee: [email protected]; and Leonard Vento: [email protected]. The minutes of the monthly meetings and email addresses are also posted on SolivitaHOA.com and SolivitaLive.com. We welcome input from residents.

Wellness CommitteeRecently, the Wellness Committee met at the Riviera Spa & Fitness Center. After a tour of the facility, several suggestions were noted concerning areas that need addressing. These items were brought to the attention of the Wellness Director and are being looked into. Two new classes were added to the monthly fitness schedule: Total Body Chair Class (Wednesdays at 11:30am at The Palms) and a Yoga Class (Wednesdays at 6pm at The Palms). Information on future Wellness Lectures are now on Channel 732 and SolivitaLive.com as well as in Reflections. Members gave several recommendations for future topics. The committee discussed future capital improvements and the need for more facilities as Solivita continues to grow.

Landscape CommitteeConcern over stressed or dying oak trees and crape myrtles reach high levels in the summer months. Some residents have voiced concern over the Spanish moss, which is not a parasitic plant and does not kill trees. So what’s the problem? For live oaks, root disease fungi such as armillaria, ganoderma, and phytophthora are involved, singularly or in combination. Tree death may occur slowly over months or years with dying trees exhibiting progressive dieback and crown thinning. Crape myrtles can suffer from the crapemyrtle aphid and diseases such as powdery mildew, black spot, sooty mold, tip blight, leaf spot, and root rot. We are working with Mainscape and UF/IFAS Extension in Osceola County to identify tests and causes for possible root rot. Different treatments are being applied and the way the trees are planted is changing. With the coming growing season, we should see a great improvement in our trees' appearance.

Spring is a time of renewal, rebirth, and new life. As we celebrate the Easter and Passover season, may we be thankful for the many

blessings we enjoy. If you are from one of the colder regions of the country, you always appreciate seeing the first Robin on your lawn. You take time to notice the flowers beginning to bloom with color. You know that the thaw of winter and the warmth of summer is approaching. It is easy to take for granted the year-round beauty that surrounds us here in Solivita.

I would like to invite you and your family to Easter Sunday Brunch in the Starlite Ballroom. We will be offering a made-to-order waffle station with blueberry and strawberry compote, chicken marsala, and pan-seared pollock fish with lemon buerre blanc sauce. Visit the carving station and savor our smoked ham with cinnamon and honey glaze and a leg of lamb with rosemary demi and mint sauces. Just save room for some of Chef’s selected desserts!

Claude Eastwood and his team in the Pro Shop will have the latest spring and summer apparel available. Come and check out the sales and brighten your golfing wardrobe with the latest colors in spring fashion. This is also a great time of year to get with one of the teaching pros and straighten out those hooks and slices. Take a lesson on our short game area and bring your score down from around the green. This month, Bill Beasley and his team will start a solid tine and slice aeration with a light sanded topdressing to greens and tee boxes. They will continue grooming to remove over seed growth from the greens to promote Bermuda grass growth. The grounds crew is lowering the height of the tee boxes to thin out the rye grass and continue general maintenance procedures in spraying for weeds.

Driving around the community, it is good to see so many residents participating in the abundance of activities that Solivita provides; from golf to tennis, pickleball to softball, and walking to bike riding. Come on out and get into spring! I look forward to seeing you around Solivita.

Solivita SpringBy Nick Pezzente General Manager, Stonegate Golf Club

Nick Pezzente 863-427-7150 [email protected]



HE’S HERE! YES, HE’S FINALLY HERE. No, no, it’s not HIM (Pierce Brosnan) but it’s the next best thing….PETER COTTONTAIL hopping down the Solivita Bunny Trail with

jelly beans, Peeps (these are lethal), and chocolate covered marshmallow eggs. YUM! If you see me bouncing off the walls when you come to the Concierge Desk it will be the after effects of too many Peeps! (Might look a “tad” yellow too!) I have endless ideas and possibilities when it comes to Easter baskets, so if you need any suggestions, just stop by to see me. After eating all that candy I really don’t want to go anywhere, but I know you do, so let’s get hopping to our first stop.

I can see April is going to be a very colorful month. We started off yellow (from eating too many Peeps) and now we’re going to turn blue from all the blueberries we are going to eat at the Florida Blueberry Festival. The festival offers activities for the whole family. You will enjoy listening to various local musicians and with 20 assorted food concessionaires and the Fresh from Florida Market (featuring Florida grown blueberries and produce), there will be plenty of delectable edibles to choose from. You can wander the streets and take in the car show, the street entertainers, and a variety of artisans selling their beautiful creations. In addition, there will be 120 retail exhibitors setup to entice you. There is also a Kids Zone for the little tikes to explore. The event is taking place at 201 Howell Avenue, Brooksville, FL 34601. Festival dates are April 11th and 12th. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children (6-17 years old), and children under 5 are FREE. For additional information, please call 352-754-4173 or visit floridablueberryfestival.org.

Oh my goodness, you’re going to love, love, love our next stop. We are going to the Festival of Chocolate. Yes, I said CHOCOLATE (ahhhhhhh)! The money is even CHOCOLATE! Double yum! To purchase anything at this event you will need to exchange your currency for “Chocolate Chip” coins. Coin booths will be located throughout the festival. The event is being held at MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) located in Tampa. At the festival, you will be treated to live chocolate competitions including the Cocoa Couture Fashion Show presented on the “Yum-Way,” the Best of Chocolate Indulgence Competition, and a live Cake Decorating Competition. (I’m in Heaven!) “Adults-4-Chocolate” (hmm, that should be a Solivita club) offers activities for adults including a

Crazy Cookie Stacking Competition, an Ice Cream Eating Competition, Chocolate Brain Games, and endless other activities. Not to worry about the kids because they also have “Kids-4-Chocolate” where they can make their own chocolate lip balm, mix up some nitrogen chocolate ice cream, launch marshmallows from a catapult, and lots of other fun activities.

Of course, there will also be lots of chocolate vendors to tempt your taste buds along with other irresistible sweet confections. MOSI is located at 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33617. The event is on Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, April 19th from 9am to 6pm on both days. The admission for the festival is $22.59 for ages 13-59, Seniors (60+) are $20.95 and children (2-12) are $18.95 plus additional fees are required for some events. For more information, please call 813-987-6000 or visit www.tampa.festivalofchocolate.com.

April is indeed a colorful month. I’m turning GREEN now from all of the Easter candy, blueberries, and CHOCOLATE. When you stop by to see me, you may see a virtual rainbow sitting at the Concierge Desk.

A Colorful Month of FunBy Donnette Burkhalter Community Concierge

Donnette Burkhalter [email protected]

TOWN HALL Q & AOn January 20th you were invited to ask questions and share your suggestions at the Town Hall Meeting hosted by the developer, AV Homes. AV Homes and Integrity Golf (CGM) were present to hear firsthand your questions and concerns. If your weren't able to attend, please visit SolivitaLive.com to review all the questions and/or comments that were brought up at the meeting.

Please remember that we added the following for you to use as other forms of communication: [email protected] and 863-496-3429. This gives you the opportunity to send your concerns or comments via email or voicemail, which will be received by AV Homes and Integrity Golf management.



Spring in Florida is one of the most beautiful times of the year. Tourists flock from all over the world to enjoy theme parks, spring training, or

just take in warmth and sunshine. While spring is a delightful time, it also presents some of the greatest challenges to the landscape. Increased temperatures cause the landscape to require more water and little to no rain taxes the irrigation system. Water restrictions further complicate the challenge by limiting irrigation to just twice per week.

Mainscape’s water managers monitor weather conditions daily and adjust irrigation run times to meet demand while staying within water restrictions. That means the times your irrigation is on will change throughout the year. Unfortunately due to the complexities of managing water throughout the community, Mainscape isn’t able to give a specific time irrigation runs at a home. Mainscape has nearly a dozen irrigation technicians working year round to ensure the irrigation system is in top shape at all times. These highly trained, highly skilled team members take great pride in maintaining one of the largest irrigation systems in the country and keeping it in a condition that sustains Solivita’s lush beautiful landscape.

Mainscape Customer Service 800-481-0096 x332 [email protected]

IrrigationBy Jeff Snyder Director of Agronomy, Mainscape

FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN

Joseph R.Patterson

Jack Phillips

Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the residents who recently passed away.

PhillipsPatterson

The Solivita Golf Maintenance Staff is continuing to use sound agronomic practices to produce the best playing conditions and plant health possible. The winter has been very good, but spring is here. As we look forward to the warm temperatures, we can start to transition from winter rye grass back to the base Bermuda grass. During the next few months you will see us doing a lot of different cultural practices to help with this transition. Some of them will

be light verticutting of the greens, solid tine aerification, and slicing of the greens. There will be very little disruption to the putting surface. Putting quality will not be affected by these practices. In addition, several types of chemical and fertilizer applications will be applied. As for chemicals, we have started by applying pre-emergent to all fairways and rough. We will be putting a fertilizer that is coated with a pre-emergent on the tee tops as well as applying a bulk fertilizer application to all the playing surfaces to kick start the growing season on turf that has been dormant for several months.

By Bill Beasley Course Superintendent

Bill Beasley [email protected]

SPEED ENFORCEMENT IN SOLIVITA

The HOA, Security, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office receive multiple complaints of speeding each week from residents. The Sheriff’s Office has been asked for their assistance in speed enforcement. Receiving a speeding ticket is not only financially costly, but can lead to much more serious results.

Here are some quick facts on speeding: A driver is six times more likely to have an accident when traveling at 25% above the posted speed limit. Speeding reduces the amount of available time to avoid a crash and increases the severity of a crash once it occurs. Speed is a choice over which the driver has complete control.


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MAY REFLECTIONS NEWSLETTER ASSEMBLY, DELIVERY & PICK-UP SCHEDULETuesday, April 28th • 9am • Ballroom• Newsletter assembly volunteers, meet at 9am in the

Ballroom on the 28th. Delivery volunteers should arrive between 9:45am -10am or come to the Concierge Desk from 12pm-5pm.

• IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE YOUR NEWSLETTER by Wednesday, April 29th you will need to pick it up at the Concierge Desk in Administration from 9am-5pm.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS

COFFEE TALKMonday, April 6th • 9am • BallroomCome meet our new General Manager (SolivitaClub/HOA), Gary Consorto.

BLOOD DRIVEMonday, April 27th • 10am-3pm • Freedom ParkLocated beside the Farmers Market in the Blood Mobile. Please bring a picture ID showing your first and last name.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

SPECIAL NIGHTSHosted by Lifestyles and Stonegate Golf Club

Special Nights in Mosaics are complimentary events for residents and their guests only. Please bring your Solivita resident or guest ID badge for admission. Some dates will be blacked out as we honor previously scheduled commitments. Credit cards are accepted at the Mosaics bar. Food purchased from the Marketplace Bistro is welcome to be brought in, but no other food is permitted.

Karaoke Wednesdays • April 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th • 6pmSing your favorite song as it is or make fun new lyrics to your favorite tune. Either way, it’s a jamming evening out. Just sign your name up with DJ Mr. Breezz between 6pm-9pm.

Friday Martini Night • April 24th • 4pm Drink your favorite classic or new martini twists while enjoying great company at the Mosaics bar from 4pm-8pm.

Saturday Trivia Nights • April 18th and 25th • 6pm Test your “all around” trivia knowledge in teams of two or more from 6pm-8pm. A professional trivia host is present and prizes are given to the top three teams!

SPRING ART SHOW Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, April 19th • 10am-10pm • Art Gallery The Solivita Artisan Guild invites you to the annual Spring Art Show. The show features paintings, sculptures, mixed media, jewelry, photography, and more by the many talented residents of Solivita, as well as some pieces for sale. Free and open to all residents and their invited guests. Please stop by!



UPCOMING WELLNESS EVENTSDATE ACTIVITY

Wednesday, April 1st 10am • RSF2

Basic Diabetes - Food and Nutrition: Poinciana Medical Center, Lora Bird.

Wednesday, April 1st 2pm • RSF2

Don’t Be An April Fool - Estate Planning and Probate for Florida Residents: Henderson Sachs. This month’s seminar will concentrate on planning for your digital afterlife. Residents will learn how to provide access to and preplan for the destruction or conservation of their electronic possessions such as medical records, photos, emails, and social media accounts after their lifetime and during incapacity. As always, Attorney Dan Henderson will review the basics on what Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and the probate process in Florida mean for you. RSVP to Charlotte at 407-850-2500 x 102.

Wednesday, April 8th 10am • RSF2

Breakfast and Weight Management: Blue Cross Blue Shield Florida, Nelinda Rivera, RN and Melissa Kincaid. For more information, call 863-291-0140.

Wednesday, April 8th 2pm • RSF2

New Discoveries in Energy Medicine: Haselden Chiropractic Offices. Dr. Phil Haselden will be teaching simple self-help techniques which work to relax and balance the energy system of the body and thereby promote our self-healing process. Each attendee will be gifted with two bio-energy tools that can be used immediately to help the body to help itself. Volunteers will be used to demonstrate this natural healing method. Dr. Haselden has over 40 years of experience in Central Florida as a natural health doctor. His expertise is in energy medicine/acupuncture, nutrition, and the new painless form of computerized chiropractic.

Wednesday, April 15th 10am • RSF2

Aging in Place: Caring Matters. Aging in Place can be used to describe a person living in the residence of their choice. Most people desire to stay in their homes for the rest of their lives. You do have options.

Wednesday, April 22nd 10am • RSF2

Natural Solutions to Everyday Discomforts: Essential Oils, Janine Wooten. Learn more about pure essential oils.

Wednesday, April 22nd 2pm • RSF2

Colorectal Cancer: Osceola Medical Center. Dr. Lucrecia Sta.Ana will talk about Colorectal Cancer and the latest treatments.

Wednesday, April 29th 2pm • RSF2

The Benefits of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine: Osceola Acupuncture and Natural Health. John Gorsuch will provide an explanation of the benefits of Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, and other modalities of Chinese Medicine, such as Tai Chi, nutrition, massage, etc. If you are not sure how these therapies work, this workshop is perfect!

COMMUNITY EVENTS

A CHANGE IS COMING!Beginning with the June issue, Reflections will no longer be delivered to your mailbox post. We are going to save you a few steps and you will retrieve Reflections from your driveway. That’s right, from your driveway. With the new policy adopted by the U.S. Postal Service, newly built houses will no longer have individual mailboxes located in the front of their homes. In order to standardize the delivery procedure throughout Solivita and make the process a little easier for our delivery volunteers, every copy of Reflections will be placed in a heavy duty, waterproof bag and thrown onto the driveway. This all begins with the June issue. If you would like to help deliver Reflections, please come to the Ballroom on Newsletter Assembly Day (Tuesday, April 28th) between 9:45am and 10am. We would really appreciate your assistance!



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SOLIVITA STARLITERS PRESENT “ENCORE: ONE MORE TIME!” Saturday, April 18th, Sunday, April 19th, and Monday, April 20th • 7pm • BallroomIt is almost showtime! Your friends and neighbors have been working hard to bring you a wonderful evening of entertainment; so don’t miss this year’s Starliters production. “Encore: One More Time!” will take you on a magical ride through time and space to re-live memories and have new adventures through five decades of popular music. Tickets are $15 and are available at the following venues: Farmers Market on Monday and Friday from 9:30am-12pm; Riviera Spa & Fitness Center on Tuesday from 9am-11am; and The Palms on Thursday from 9am-11am. You may also purchase tickets at the Lifestyles Events Ticket Sales from cast members or at our pre-rehearsal times (check the Reflections Calendar Insert for rehearsal locations and times). For further information, contact Cheryl or Stan at 850-496-3422 or [email protected]. Last year, all three performances were sold out before production week so plan ahead and get your tickets early.

HADASSAH SQUARE DANCESunday, April 26th • 7pm • Ballroom Have a great evening when you swing your partner at our Square Dance. Prior experience is not necessary. Just bring your enthusiasm. Refreshments will be served. Tickets: $8 per person. Please call Marilyn at 863-496-1182 or Barbara Block at 863-427-6392.

RESCHEDULED TENNIS EXPOSaturday, April 25th • 10am-2pm • Freedom Park CourtsGAMES & CLINICS: Provided for all levels of tennis from beginners to advanced players. Bring your tennis racquet and

join the fun. Spare racquets will be available for use. Prizes will be awarded! All Solivita residents are encouraged to attend.

VENDORS: Sports Authority, Tennis Plaza, E-Tennis, and other vendors will be displaying racquets, pickleball paddles, sports items, and other products. Demo racquets will be available for use.

GIVEAWAYS: There will be many giveaways during the day, including tennis racquets, pickleball paddles, gift certificates, hats, clothing, wristbands, water bottles, and many other tennis related items.

FOOD: A variety of food will be available during the event, including pizza, sandwiches, chicken fingers, chips, and beverages.

USTA: The United States Tennis Association will be on site doing demonstrations on the Masters Tennis Program, as well as providing instruction to young tennis players in the area.

"INTO THE WOODS" MUSICALFriday, May 15th • 7pm • Ballroom Poinciana Residents for Smart Change (PRSC) of Solivita will be bringing back the kids from New Dimension High

School to present their version of the Broadway Musical, “Into the Woods.” The show features your favorite fairy tale characters, including Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding Hood facing off against the Wicked Witch and Big Bad Wolf. Tickets are on sale now for $5 in advance or $7 at the door. All proceeds will provide a Bistro Pizza Party for cast member before the show. For tickets, please contact Keith Laytham at [email protected] or 863-496-1884.

SHALOM CLUB CANASTA TOURNAMENTTuesday, April 21st • 6pm • The Palms The Shalom Club is sponsoring this Canasta Tournament. All residents are invited to participate. The cost is $10 per person. Refreshments will be served and prizes will be awarded. Please contact Lynne at 863-438-2362 or Phyllis at 863-496-7328 for reservations or more information.


[ ClubMeeting] ListLive Club Day Time Room Contact Phone Email

• African Heritage Cultural Club 1st Tuesday 10:30am ST Keith Eaton 609-472-4826 [email protected]

• All Animals Club - - - Bob Jones 813-789-3318 [email protected]

Amateur Culinary Club of Solivita 2nd Saturday 10am - Cheryl Stevens 863-427-9652 [email protected]

Applause Music Mixers Social Club (AMMSC) - - - Ellie GrahamShirley Valentine-Attoh

863-496-1616407-538-7039

[email protected]@gmail.com

• Big Money Bingo 3rd Sunday 6pm ST Susan Schulman 863-427-0443 [email protected]

• Birders, The 1st Tuesday 8:30am MSC Harriet Fitzsimons 863-427-9800 [email protected]

• Bocce Boyz-Girlz Mon., Wed., Fri. 8am FP Gene Dictor 863-427-1861 [email protected]

Bowling for Fun Wednesday 12pm Cypress Lanes, Winter Haven

Jim GreenKaren Kamin

863-438-4548863-439-4990

[email protected]@aol.com

Bridge - Bridgers Wednesday 12:30pm MSC Carole Siegel 863-438-2810 [email protected]

• Bridge - Sol. Bridge Club MondayFridaySunday

12:30pm6:30pm2pm

MSB&MSCMSBMSB

Adeline RosicaSharlene Tyler

863-427-1865407-572-4021

[email protected]

• British Isles Heritage Club 2nd Tuesday 6:30pm RSF2 Jean Eldredge 863-427-1224 [email protected]

• Bunco 1st & 3rd Tuesday 2pm RSF2 Barb Scherr 863-427-2666 [email protected]

Canadian Club of Solivita - - - John McFerran 863-496-7420 [email protected]

Canasta Thursday 10:45am MSC Alice Costantini 863-496-0200 [email protected]

Canasta - Friday Canasta Friday 11am MSC Martha Layton 863-496-4179 [email protected]

• Caribbean American Association (CARAMVITA) 1st Wednesday 6:30pm MSC Judith Whittingham 863-427-4413 [email protected]

Casual Canasta Club Monday 1pm MSA Eileen Bertuglia 863-438-0066 [email protected]

• Catholic Families of Solivita Bible Discussion

-Friday

-10am

-RSF2

Betty DavidsonBob Gaudioso

863-427-7482863-427-9071


CCFA Poker Club 1st & 3rd Saturday - MSA Lenny Rubin 863-353-1116 -

• CERT 1st Monday 7pm RSF2 Wayne Schoeffel 863-514-6728 [email protected]

• Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) 2nd Tuesday 12:30pm RSF2 Lynn Scherr 863-427-2666 [email protected]

• Computer Connection 1st Wednesday 7pm RSF2 Walter Fair 863-427-3928 [email protected]

Continental Society of Solivita 1st Saturday 10am VP Jacquie Jones 863-496-1694 [email protected]

• Cork & Bottle 3rd Thursday 7pm - Stan Maminski 863-427-4749 [email protected]

Couple's Canasta Tuesday 6pm BP Irwin Goldberg 863-427-0982 [email protected]

Daisy's Texas Canasta Monday 11am VP (1st Mon. BP) Emilia Heredia 863-427-2427 [email protected]

• Diamonds Women’s Softball Club, The Tuesday & Friday 7:30am FP Maggie Collins 863-438-2312 [email protected]

• Disney Cast Members of Solivita - - - Rich Patrone 863-438-9951 [email protected]

• Disney Fan Club - - - Ron Verrico 863-353-1051 [email protected]

Do Unto Others (DUO) - - - Martha Cusimano 863-496-2749 [email protected]

• Dominoes Club of Solivita Wednesday & Thursday 12pm MSB Sam Furrow 863-427-9283 [email protected]

• Don't Mess With Texas Canasta Tuesday 6pm VP Leonor San Roman 863-427-1518 [email protected]

Drum Circle Club On Full Moon 7:30pm FP Theresa Wexler 425-829-3838 [email protected]

• Energizing Women's Connection - - - Blanche Gressett 863-427-3196 [email protected]

• Euchre 2nd & 4th Wed. 6:45pm MSC Helen Rhoades 774-545-0484 [email protected]

Filipinos at Solivita (FAS) 2nd Sunday (Odd Mths.) 3pm BP Nady Gutierrez 863-496-4252 [email protected]

• Forever Young Music Sundays 3pm RSF2 Maria Melchiori 407-579-9696 [email protected]

Friday Bridge Connection Friday - - Elaine Thackston 863-427-0035 [email protected]

Funtime Billiards Wednesday 5pm BL Marybeth Murphy 863-496-1079 [email protected]

Genealogy 3rd Monday 6:30pm RSF2 Jeff Carlson 863-427-7233 [email protected]

Give Kids the World - - - Nan Johnston 863-496-4021 [email protected]

• Green Thumbs - - - Deborah Siladie 727-667-4323 [email protected]

• Guys & Dolls - - - Ellen Factor 863-427-3323 [email protected]

Healthy Eating/Active Living Club (HEAL) - - - Margo Vento 863-496-0628 [email protected]

• Hispanic Heritage & Cultural Club (HHCC) 4th Wednesday 6pm RSF2 Norma Velazquez 863-427-1260 [email protected]

HOPE - - - Charlie Phillips 863-438-2398 [email protected]

• Horseshoes Club of Solivita Tues., Thur., & Sat. 8am FP Charlie Phillips 863-438-2398 [email protected]

•Club information is also available on SolivitaLive.com. | To update your club’s information on this list, email [email protected].



• Indiana Friends 3rd Friday - - John Wolber 407-433-8548 [email protected]

Iowa 4th Tuesday (Quarterly) - - George & Alice FlossKathi Hornaday

863-547-4692863-496-5152

[email protected]@hotmail.com

Kapamilya Last Sunday 3pm VP Gonzalo Tejada (Jun) 863-427-3776 -

Korean Friends of Solivita Golf Outing Ladies Club

Tuesday2nd Wednesday

-12pm

--

John ChoiLee Choi

201-615-0616201-638-4600

[email protected]@yahoo.com

La Dolce Vita 2nd Monday 7pm RSF2 Nick Brogna 863-547-4354 [email protected]

La Fe (The Faith) Christian Social Club 1st Tuesday 10am RSF2 Joe Velazquez 863-427-1260 [email protected]

• La Vita Bella - 7pm ST Barbara Cilia 863-438-2665 [email protected]

• Ladies Poker Club Monday 6:15pm MSA Louise Ludden 863-427-2369 [email protected]

• Long Islander Club, The 4th Tuesday 7pm RSF2 Joanna Luhrs 863-438-2324 [email protected]

Mahjong Tuesday 1:30pm MSC - - -

Massachusetts Patriots - - - Maria Kevgas 863-427-0486 [email protected]

May I Monday 1:30pm RSF2 Martha Layton 863-496-4179 [email protected]

Michigan Club Monday 9am GR Ernie Stafford 863-632-0226 [email protected]

New England Club Third Wednesday every other month

6:45pm MSC Kathi SandersJulie Galvin

863-496-4385802-345-0335

[email protected]@comcast.net

New York City Transit Retirees of FL (NYCTROF) 1st Saturday 1pm RSF2 Essic Dillard 863-427-1690 -

Odd Fridays Bridge Club 1st, 3rd, & 5th Friday 1:30pm MG Donna Monroe 863-427-1199 [email protected]

• Ohio Buckeyes - - - Nan Johnston 863-496-4021 [email protected]

Oh Scrap! Fridays 12pm CR Regina Vogel 516-998-5224 [email protected]

• Oldies But Goodies - - - Norman Darrer 863-496-1080 [email protected]

Painters Club of Solivita Monday Thursday

9am 1pm

AR AR

Barbara Buschek 863-852-7477 [email protected]

• Pets Are Loved In Solivita (PALS) Quarterly 5:30pm RSF2 Paul Cotter 315-952-5770 [email protected]

Players Tennis Club, The Last Thursday 10:30am VP Bobbie Stogo 863-427-7242 [email protected]

Playing For Life Club - - - Dee FloodJean Feldman

863-427-4947863-353-5376


Red Hatters, Classy 3rd Wednesday - - Roe Morreale 863-438-2514 [email protected]

Red Hatters, Crafty 1st Thursday 6:30pm AR Sue Reed 863-221-4034 [email protected]

Red Hatters, FlyBye (Snowbird Chapter) - - - Jane Adams 508-435-3896 [email protected]

Red Hatters, New Attitude 2nd Wednesday 1pm - Clotilde Ogle 863-496-0366 [email protected]

Red Hatters, Roaring 3rd Wednesday - - Kathy MacTavish 863-427-4946 -

• Red Hatters, Royal - - - Jane Murawski 863-427-1380 -

• Red Hatters, Scarlet Chapeaux 1st Wednesday 9:30am MSB Reggie Dolan 863-438-2649 [email protected]

Red Hatters, Scarlet O'Hatters - - - Dianne Kelly Weir 863-427-3951 -

• Red Hatters, Solivita - - - Ginger Payne 863-427-9876 [email protected]

Red Hatters, Spicy Quarterly 11am Lago Vista Millie Heredia 863-427-2427 [email protected]

• Red Hatters, Winners Circle 3rd Tuesday - - Leonor San Roman 863-427-1518 -

• Republican Club of Solivita RCS Educational Event

3rd Wednesday (Odd Mths.) Even Months-TBA

6pm1:30pm

ST-

Jim Guth 863-427-1107 [email protected]

Retired Old Men Eating Out (ROMEOS) Last Wednesday 12pm - Dave Lane 863-427-6939 [email protected]

Rondalla of Central Florida Friday 4pm RSF2 Arnie YabyabinCarminia Yabyabin

321-333-8698863-274-5121

[email protected]

• Sculptors of Solivita 2nd Friday4th Friday

9am9am

CRCR

Sharlene TylerErnie Stafford

407-572-4021863-438-2170

[email protected]@yahoo.com

• Shalom Club Last Wednesday 7pm ST Marilyn Glaser 863-496-1182 [email protected]

Sol. Apple Club 4th Monday 7pm RSF2 Jeanne Bazemore 407-791-2981 [email protected]

• Sol. Artisan Guild 2nd Monday 10am RSF2 Sue HawkinsMatthew Hoffman

863-427-2932-

[email protected]

• Sol. Bible Study Group (Non-Denominational) Thursday 10am RSF2 Felix Andino 407-729-7737 [email protected]

• Sol. Billiards Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

4:30pm BL Michael Mahoney 863-558-4830 [email protected]

Sol. Bocce Tues., Thurs., Sat. 9am FP Steven Luisi 863-427-2959 [email protected]




• Sol. Book Circle - - - Bonnie Byrne 863-427-9817 [email protected]

• Sol. Bowlers Tuesday 2pm First Frame Bowling

Ann SchneiderLen Vento

863-427-4214863-496-0628

[email protected]@cfl.rr.com

Sol. Chess Club Wednesday (except 2ndWed. of month)

1pm MG Jim - [email protected]

• Sol. Clowns - - - Jerry Cash 863-496-5120 [email protected]

• Sol. Cyclists Saturday 8am Veterans Memorial

Bruce Everard Tony Handler

863-205-2031 863-427-4345

[email protected] [email protected]

Sol. Cypress Bowling Thursday (October to March)

12pm Cypress Bowling Lanes

Joyce Ardillo 863-496-1126 [email protected]

• Sol. Dancing Diehards - - - Mark Petrycki 863-547-4853 -

• Sol. Democrats 2nd Wednesday 7pm ST Marti Kara 407-417-1973 [email protected]

• Sol. Fishing Club 2nd Tuesday 7pm MSB Terry Cochran 863-496-0713 [email protected]

Sol. Friends of Elementary Education Schools 4th Monday 9:15am MSB Rita Katz 407-309-9675 [email protected]

Sol. Funtime Events - - - Mary Ann Lando 863-852-8412 [email protected]

• Sol. Hadassah - - - Irene Port 863-427-2304 [email protected]

Sol. Hand Chime Choir Saturday 9am CR Pam Paulson 863-547-4196 [email protected]

Sol. Jogging Club Tuesday 8am RSF Tony Handler 863-427-4345 [email protected]

Sol. Older Bikers SOBs Meet to Ride

4th Tuesday Tuesday & Thursday

7pm 8:30am

MSBMB

Gerry Durkee 863-852-9380 [email protected]

• Sol. Orchid Enthusiasts - - - Arthur Katz [email protected]

Sol. Painters MondayThursday (Except 1st Thurs.)

9am2:30pm

ARAR

Barbara Buschek 863-852-7477 [email protected]

• Sol. Quilters Friday 1pm AR Carol Naples 863-496-0825 -

• Sol. Racqueteers - - - Terry Roderick 863-547-4202 [email protected]

• Sol. RV Club 3rd Wednesday 4:30pm RSF2 Walter Kraus 703-283-0629 [email protected]

Sol. Scrapanos 1st & 3rd Monday 6:30pm - Beth Baumwell 863-427-4282 -

Sol. Scrabble Group Saturday 11am MSB Nancy Vojtasek 407-361-9650 [email protected]

• Sol. Shuffleboard Club Mon., Wed. & Sat. 9am FP Jack MatusekRich Demers

863-438-2565863-496-4294


• Sol. Singles Club 1st Sunday 1pm RSF2 Bob EdwardsPat Weiss

863-547-8755863-438-2099


• Sol. Smashers (Pickleball) 1st Tuesday 6pm RSF Paula Castaldo 863-438-0950 [email protected]

• Sol. Social Club 3rd Tuesday 9am MG Neil Riggs 863-427-3973 [email protected]

Sol. Social Dance Club - - - John Schultz 863-547-4867 -

• Sol. Softball Mon., Wed., Thur. & Sat. 8: 40am Softball Field Ed Steimle 262-705-5122 [email protected]

• Sol. Sorcerers 3rd Tuesday 6:30pm MSB Frank Deignan 863-427-2854 [email protected]

Sol. Soul Seekers - - - Fred FowlerBruce Allen

206-778-3896863-241-8141


• Sol. Starliters - - - Ellen Factor 863-427-3323 [email protected]

Sol. Table Tennis Club - - - Levi Bowen 863-438-4780 [email protected]

• Sol. Theatre Group - - - Peter Stern 863-547-4942 [email protected]

• Sol. Travel Club 3rd Tuesday 7pm ST Judy Riggs 863-427-3040 [email protected]

• Sol. Wine Club - - - Marsha Clark 863-852-3484 [email protected]

• Sol. Writers 1st & 3rd Monday 10am RSF2 Kathy Glascott 863-427-1761 [email protected]

• Sol. Zen Meditation Group Monday 10am - Susan Quinn 863-393-8197 [email protected]

SoulaVita Line Dancers Tuesday 6pm PA Deldra EatonMichelle Green

856-566-1133215-720-5590


Stonegate Couples Golf Association Saturday 8:30am SGC Stan Lavine 863-427-4003 [email protected]

• Stonegate Men's Golf Association Wednesday - SGC Wendell Thompson 863-427-2860 [email protected]

• Stonegate Niners Women’s Golf Thursday - SGC Karen Vitkus 863-547-4376 [email protected]

• Stonegate Women’s Golf Association Thursday - SGC Betty Eglinton 863-438-2325 [email protected]

• SureShots Camera Club 2nd Wednesday 7pm RSF2 Dean Yale 863-221-8762 -



[ Club News ]Live Club Day Time Room Contact Phone Email

Texas Canasta Mon. & Wed.3rd Monday

7pm 7pm

MSBMSC

Barb Scherr 863-427-2666 [email protected]

Tuesday Tile Tossers Tuesday 7pm MSC Nancy Bell 863-427-1800 [email protected]

• Veterans Club of Solivita 4th Wednesday 7pm ST Charlie Borchini 407-705-2383 [email protected]

• Vizcaya Social Club - - - Leonard Vento 863-496-0628 [email protected]

Widows Club of Solivita Last Saturday - - Nan JohnstonGlenda Stearns

863-496-4021863-427-2268

[email protected]

Western/Upstate New York Club - - - Sue Foels 407-288-7992 [email protected]

• Yarners Wednesday 10:30am MSC Esta McNamara 863-427-0946 [email protected]

• Young and Young at Heart (YaYaH) 1st Monday 7pm VP Lucy Cordova 516-459-4183 [email protected]


Solivita Budget Wine Tasting & Popcorn Club (SBWTP)We had the theme of fruity wines under $7 from Trader Joes. Nero D’Avola wine is made from nero d’avola grapes with a flavor of berries

and cherries. We had a certified organic cabernet sauvignon by Green Fin, which had a bouquet of cherries, raspberries, and plums with a hint of vanilla. We also had a sauvignon blanc from Chile with a flavor of citrus and apple. Our chocolate wine was Choco-Vine made with Dutch chocolate and red wine served with whipped cream. For dessert, we had apple pie, a variety of cheesecakes, a banana-nut chocolate cake, and homemade mandel bread.

SBWTP Club Winoes and Winettes

New York City Transit Retirees of Florida (NYCTROF)

Our Motown the Musical event was a huge success. We enjoyed dinner at

Mosiacs before going to the Dr. Phillips Center for the show. We still have seats available for the Tampa Bay Downs day at the races trip for Saturday, April 18th. Please call Micheline Vosges at 863-496-0431. Membership is open to all retirees of NYCTA and MABSTOA. Contact Essic Dillard at 863-427-1690 or Eddie Richardson at 863-427-0079.

Playing for LifeThe proceeds from our events go to the American Cancer Society. Thank you for your support. Call 863-427-4297 or 863-353-5387 for tickets/information or visit us at Lifestyles Ticket Sales. In February we sponsored a trip to the Victory Casino for the Red Hatters and a good time was had by all. Any groups that would like to go to the Victory Casino, please contact us and we will arrange it. April 11th is Relay for Life, so put your walking shoes on and come visit us in The Village. We need to make this the best Relay ever.

Dominoes ClubThe Dominoes Club enjoyed a tournament day of fun and camaraderie at the Bella Viana Amenity Center Thursday, February 19th. We

kicked off the morning with a potluck breakfast and explained the rules of play to the players. Penalties, if any, were clarified during questions and answers. Twenty-eight players played four games each. The club's computer experts calculated figures to determine who the winners were. First position went to Angel Treto and Carmen Robinson; second went to Antonio Medina and Sam Furrow; and third went to Christine Coote and Gladstone Huggins. Our next meeting is Thursday, April 2nd and our next tournament will be Thursday, May 21st at the Venezia Amenity Center.


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The Long Islander ClubWe’ve been having such a great year, including

visiting Tampa Bay Downs in February and our meetings with Polk County Fire Department and Duke Energy. If you have any questions, please call Joanna at 863-438-2324. If you are new to Solivita, come and join us the fourth Tuesday of the month in RSF2 at 7pm. Remember, you don't have to be from Long Island to join us!

Genealogy ClubThe Genealogy Club meets on the third Monday of each month (October through May) in RSF2 at 6:30pm. Upcoming meeting topics are:

• Planning a Successful Cemetery Trip and Photographing Headstones

• Tips for Using Family Search• Cell Phone Apps for the Genealogist • Getting the Most from an Ancestry.com Subscription• Organizing and Editing Family Photos with Windows Live Photo Gallery• Photo Detective - Dating and Identifying your Family Photos

FlyBye Red Hatters The Red Hatters held a combined event this winter onboard a floating casino out of Port Canaveral. Ladies from FlyBye, New Attitude, Royal, Winners Circle, and Spicy joined in the fun. Our day began with a bus ride to the Atlantic Ocean. To get everyone excited about spending time on the boat we played three card bingo and had a 50/50

raffle. A casino representative greeted us with vouchers for lunch, a drink, and $20 for gambling. Some relaxed with a book, some frolicked with the live music, and many spent their day gambling. All involved had a wonderful time.

Veterans Club of Solivita (VCS)Thank You For Your Service They were soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines. They landed on beaches in Italy, France, and countless islands in the Pacific. They flew

bombing raids into Germany, fought alongside Patton at the Battle of the Bulge, and dodged submarine torpedoes and enemy fighters in the North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Many enlisted right out of high school, getting written permission from their mothers to enlist because they were under eighteen years old. They answered their country's call to service to defend the freedoms that we enjoy today. They are the VCS WWII Life Members that we have highlighted over the past months. Surely the “Greatest Generation.”

Solivita RV ClubExcitement grew for this year’s first RV rally at Salt Springs State Park. The campground was sold out, but many of us got our reservations in on time. The rally ran for five days and began on Monday, March 16th. It had a bit of everything for everybody with each day culminating around a beautiful campfire. The club continues growing and, like last month, preparations are well under way for the summer season. The RV life offers a sense of freedom not found in other venues. Happy motoring to all.


[ Club News ]Solivita Theatre GroupOn May 5th at 7pm

in the Ballroom, the Solivita Theatre Group is proud to present our first Playwriters Festival. It will feature several one-act plays that were chosen during recent auditions held for Solivita playwriters to present their written works for consideration. The plays will be performed as staged readings, which means the actors will be reading from scripts. Tickets are $5 per person. In addition, dessert, coffee, and tea will be served. For information, contact Irma or Mort Schwartz at 863-427-0562.

Caribbean American Association of Solivita (CARAMVITA) Preparations are full speed ahead for two events in the forthcoming

months. We’re looking forward to a full house at our Tea Party and Fashion Show on Sunday, May 3rd in the Ballroom. This event has always been a favorite for many of our friends and neighbors, and surely will once again be a crowd pleaser. Tickets will soon be on sale! June is Caribbean Heritage Month and this year, we’ll expose our community to various aspects of Caribbean life. Each Friday in June will be dedicated to a different topic - cuisine, literature, music, and film. Please join us in celebrating the richness of the Caribbean culture!

Disney Cast Members of SolivitaRecent activities included a great dinner at Red Lobster followed by the Wizards of Magic Show, our first luncheon meeting of the year, and the very popular Hoop Dee-Doo Musical Revue

dinner and show at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. This month we will enjoy lunch at the Swiss Pro Tea Room in Haines City on Friday, April 24th. Our meeting will be on Saturday, April 11th at The Palms at 10:30am. As always all Solivita Disney Cast Members, active and retired, are invited to join us.

Red Lobster Dinner and Magic Show

Michigan ClubOn Saturday, February 21st, thirty-one members of the Michigan Club met in Sanford for a three-hour dinner cruise on the paddleboat, "Barbara Lee." There was good food, dancing, and a scenic cruise down the St. Johns River. The Michigan Club meets at The Grille for breakfast every Monday morning at 9am. Why not join us for food, fun, and fellowship?

Oldies But Goodies ClubWow! We’ve had three very

successful 2015 dances in January, February, and March. There will be no April dance as the Ballroom was not available to us because of other previously reserved club and Lifestyles events throughout the month. However, there will be a sensational dance on Tuesday, May 12th with Solivita's own exciting band, Somewhere In Time. There will be email communications reminding you how to obtain tickets or call Rosalie at 863-496-5290 or Norman at 863-496-1080.

Catholic Families of Solivita (CFS)Save the date Sunday, May 3rd for our next CFS Potluck Meeting at 1pm at

The Palms. It will be our very popular Meet & Greet the Pastors.


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Computer Connection of SolivitaThe discussion of the next meeting will be on some of the more basic Windows 8.1 techniques in using the operating system. We'll also discuss

how to initially set up your new computer and the consequences of incorrect setup. Bring your questions to the meeting so that you may get a solution from someone in the room that may have had the same problem and how they solved it. Our goal is to be of interest to all levels of computer skills. The meeting is on Wednesday, April 1st at 7pm in RSF2. If you have any questions about the club, please call Walter Fair at 863-427-3928.

Solivita Friends of Elementary Education Schools (SoFEES)Dedicated to assisting Polk County students succeed, SoFEES (a volunteer program) is over 70 people strong. SoFEES provide weekend food for 130 children; collect school supplies, sweatshirts, and underwear; and collect Box Tops and Labels for Education. We know “it takes a village to raise a child.” SoFEES members strive to bring hope and a smile to

children who need it. The generosity of the greater Solivita community is that “village.” Thank you to all who donated food on theater night and at the Car Show. Contact Rita Katz, 407-309-9675, for more information.

Donations for Eastside Elementary School

Easter Candy Surprise for Weekend Food Bags

Laurel Elementary School Food Packers (130 Bags in 45 Minutes)

Filipinos at Solivita (FAS) Florida Winter Black and White PartyThe Filipinos at Solivita celebrated the first themed potluck of the

2015 year by donning black and white outfits. It was a most regal affair wherein its newly elected officers (President, Nady Gutierrez; Secretary, Boots Julian; and Treasurer, Fe Espisnosa) were sworn in by outgoing FAS President, Rudy Julian.

Republican Club of SolivitaFollowing on the success of

“Rocky Mountain Heist” (attended by a large number of club members), another members-only event is scheduled for April 14th at 4pm at The Palms (space is limited) for a Movie + Slice. We will watch several short videos about Islam. Learn things about this huge, fast-growing religion. After a short discussion, pizza and beverages will be provided. Current members only.

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New England Club of SolivitaMardi Gras found the newly elected board, past president, and others serving clam chowder (which sold out) and apple crisp. Later in February, a group went to the Show Palace Dinner Theatre in Hudson to see Crazy for You. They enjoyed the show and a buffet dinner. Be sure

to make your reservation for the April 15th Tarpon Springs sightseeing, sponge diving cruise and lunch. When looking for club information, upcoming events, and photos of events, check the club webpage on SolivitaLive.com.

Give Kids The World Club (GKTW)Give Kids The World Volunteer Angels

Solivita Give Kids The World volunteers are invited to a special “sneak peek” of the newly constructed Towne Hall at GKTW on Thursday, May 14th. Volunteers should plan on meeting at Freedom Park at 9am and head to GKTW where Solivita volunteers will be greeted by Towne Hall tour guides. Be the first from Solivita to see the volunteer dining hall, new food venues,

the character green room, and the large stage area. Please contact Beth Whitmire of GKTW at 407-396-0770 or [email protected] to reserve your spot. Additional information will be available in the May Reflections.

The Diamonds Women's Softball ClubDiamonds Support the CureThe Diamonds participated in the Walk/Run for a Cure in show

of support and in memory of our friends and loved ones who have lost the battle to cancer. We walked the walk and talked the talk and entertained some of our fellow walkers with our Diamond cheers and songs. Any gathering of the Diamonds is always a good time, whether it's on the field, marching in parades, in support of a great cause, or just meeting for drinks. The Diamonds rock! Goooooooo Diamonds!

Solivita Artisan GuildThe Artisan Guild is happy to report that we raised $150 for the Wounded Warriors Project at Mardi Gras through the sale of pizelles and beads. Thanks to everyone who supported our efforts with purchases and donations. We had a lot of fun doing it, so look for us again next year! We also thank everyone who participated in and attended our Miniatures Show and look forward to many exciting new art events this year. April is, of course, when we “show off” our talents in our Spring Show – please check the Community Events page for details.

Sheila LeQuia's exquisite perfectly scaled creations formed the centerpiece for the

Artisan Guild's Miniatures Show in March.


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Roaring Red HattersWe celebrated our 10th Anniversary as the Roaring Red Hatters and the

birthdays of our lovely sisters, Sharyn Lane and Ann Carl at Season's 52 in Orlando. We had a wonderful time, really enjoyed each other's company, and took in some great shopping (of course). We award Season's 52 with a 4 out of 5 for great atmosphere, warm service, and a healthy culinary experience. See you next month.

Ladies Bridge Luncheon Ladies Bridge Luncheon Winners!Congrats to our February Ladies Bridge Luncheon first place winners! WOO HOO! Pictured on top row (left to right): Valerie Terk, Jacquie Brunner, Agneta Eklund, and Vikie Adams. Pictured on bottom row (left to right): Judy Rosenblum, Elaine Lavine, Elly Goldberg, and Elaine Zuelsdorf. Future dates for our two annual bridge luncheons are November 4th and February 3, 2016. Mark your calendars now, so you won't miss out on the fun!

BridgersAnn Salvato: 863-527-3891 Agneta Eklund: 863-496-4194 The Bridgers Club will have an open bridge game every Wednesday at 12:30pm in MSC. The cost is $1 per person given back in prize money. Please come with a partner and join us for a pleasant afternoon of bridge.

Solivita Bridge Club Sanctioned Duplicate BridgeAdeline Rosica: 863-427-1865 Sharlene Tyler: 407-572-4021 Julie Hillger: 863-205-0585 Alan McIlwain: 216-640-9885Join our ACBL Directors in MSB: • Sunday afternoon at 2pm• Monday afternoon at 12:30pm• Friday evening at 6:30pm

Please come 15 minutes before game time. All levels are welcome. Membership in ACBL is not required. On Friday and Sunday Directors will be available to play, so come to play with or without a partner.

Party BridgeWe meet on Thursdays in the Ceramics Gallery from 2pm-5pm. No money, no duplicate, no bidding boxes, no electronic scorers, no partners necessary (we take turns), and no reservations needed. Stay awhile or more; all are welcome. Hope to see you there. If you have questions, call 863-852-9475.

Bridge Groups


[ Club News ]Forever Young MusicForever Young fans know our lead guitar/lead singer prides himself on

his German heritage. Did you know that the Beatles’ first number 1 hit on the Billboard chart, I Want to Hold Your Hand, was also recorded in German? The German title was Komm, gib mir deine Hand (“Come, Give Me Your Hand”). Would you agree that it somehow loses a little of its flavor between “I want to hold.…” and “Give me.…?” Join us every Sunday starting at 3pm in RSF2. Perhaps Wolfgang will do the German version! Rock On!

Solivita Fishing ClubThis is the crew getting ready for fishing (the next day) on Lake Okeechobee, which is one of several salt water and fresh water fishing

trips planned by the club. Closer to home, our Solivita ponds are full of big bass. If you are curious, stop by for one of our monthly meetings held in the Baltic Room at 7pm on the second Tuesday of each month. Fishing is fun here.

Hispanic Heritage Cultural Club (HHCC) The lunch and Games Day at The Palms on March 13th was a great success. HHCC members and friends shared a convivial afternoon of "Amistad" and relaxation. On April 15th, HHCC members and friends will board

a bus for a day trip to charming downtown Winter Park for lunch, sight seeing, and SHOPPING. Lunch, for those interested, is planned at Cocina 214, a local favorite and popular Tex-Mex restaurant. For reservations, please call Norma at 863-427-1260; Olga at 407-507-7999; or Ester at 954-299-6900. Additionally, mark your calendars for the HHCC Mother’s/Father’s Day Dance on Friday, May 8th. Thanks to all for your participation and continued support.

Solivita Showtime EntertainersAt the February Memphis

Sound Show, audience members sang and swayed to the sounds of Country, Blues, and Rock 'n' Roll. AEDs were also presented to our residents. Mark your calendars for Friday, February 26, 2016 for “Philly Sound” (The Sound of Philadelphia) in the Starlite Ballroom. Examples include the music of Hall & Oats, Teddy Pendergrass, Elton John, Frankie Avalon, DD Sharp, the Dovells, Stylistics, and Barry White. Tickets go on sale in the late spring. We wish to apologize to Rosann Carter, Betty Spence, Alan McIlwain, Renato Sumangil, and John Robinson, as their contributions were inadvertently omitted from the show program. For more information, email SolivitaShowtimeEntertainers@ gmail.com.

Continental Society of SolivitaTickets are now on sale for “Dancing Through the Years: ‘20s to the Present” on May 2nd from 7pm to 11pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Dress to impress in clothing representing your favorite time period. Prizes will be awarded for the best outfits. For tickets, call Linda at 863-852-8165 or Dianne at 863-852-8758. We thank those who attended our first planning meeting for Solivita Olympics 2016. Please mark your calendars for January 22nd-28th. Stay tuned for information about future meetings. Please contact Brenda at 863-438-2808; Kathy at 863-496-1584; or Bernice at 863-427-4480, with any questions.


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Solivita Bocce ClubIn the last frame of the second game of the semi-finals (the first tournament of the year), two teams were tied at 8 points each.

Both played a great game and made it very exciting. Congratulations to the winners: Sol Weissman, Josie Swantek, Marcia Wark, and Dick Otto! At Mardi Gras we sold meatball subs. Thanks to our members who volunteered and to the residents who purchased our subs, making it a successful event. From April 19th-October 25th, we’ll begin our Sunday Summer Nites. If you would like to join us ($5 membership fee), contact Bev Dictor at 863-427-1861 or Jackie Erickson at 863-427-6440.

Solivita Funtime EventsMembers had a great time on the March trip to Tampa Bay Downs. Our upcoming trip to South Florida is already sold out. Be sure to book early for the May 14th trip to Cocoa Beach and the June 26th Victory Cruise – spaces are filling up fast. The Cocoa Beach trip includes a wonderful meal at the Lobster Shanty on the water. Contact MaryAnn at 917-622-5414.

Latest Winners of the Texas Canasta Tournament

Solivita Social Dance Club February's dance brought out a Sea of Red on the dance floor. It is always great to see everyone participate in the themes each month. Friday, April 24th will be

our South of the Border dance. Just a reminder, the dances now start at 6:30pm and doors will open at 6pm. On Wednesday, April 1st, John will set up at 8am to sell tickets for the Friday, May 22nd dance. The theme for May is Flower Power. If you have any questions or concerns, contact John Schultz at 863-547-4867 or [email protected].

Pennsylvania ClubEven though the Pennsylvania Club of Solivita is only a few months old, it has already grown to 80 paid members and we think our numbers will continue to increase over the next few months. Our March meeting was held at The Palms, which included a potluck supper. It was well attended and everyone had a great time. April’s meeting is scheduled at The Palms on Thursday, April 16th at 7pm. If you’re interested in learning more, please contact Ron Reed at 863-221-3237 or [email protected]. Pennsylvanians, come and see what all the excitement is about!

ARTICLE DEADLINES Reflections deadlines are published two months in advance in every issue. Be sure to check every month, as deadlines can change due to holidays. This month the deadlines appear on page 6.

Shalom ClubWe celebrated Purim at our

March meeting with a skit performed by members. Purim marks the escape of the Jewish people from genocide at the hands of the Persians. We also had a matzoh ball cook off. Passover begins on the evening of April 3rd. The club will hold a Passover Seder on April 4th. The kosher style event will take place at Nikki’s Café. April 16th is Holocaust Remembrance Day and the club will honor it with a ceremony at the Cooperstown Pavilion at 7:30pm. All residents are invited to join us. Contact Marilyn Glaser at 863-496-1182 for more information.


[ Club News ]Solivita Softball ClubThe men's Solivita Softball Club sent two teams to the Polk Senior Games

and came in 1st and 3rd Place. We got wet, but a lot of fun was had all. The Solivita Softball Club has been represented in the Polk Senior Games for six consecutive years and has often taken home 1st Place. The winning team members are pictured below. Front row: Ralph Varrone, Terry Kelly, Todd Boepple, Bob Flores, Ed Steimle, and Terry Wilczek. Back row: Chris Varrone (Coach), Dave Trickett, Bill Brown, Bernie Renwick, Charlie Borchini, Lenny Eisenhauer, and David French (Captain). We’re always looking for more members. Call Ed Steimle at 262-705-5122.

Big Money BingoBingo this month will be Wednesday, April 1st and Sunday, April 12th. The doors open at 5:15pm and close at 6pm. Bingo begins at 6:15pm. The price for bingo packets is one for $12 and two for $17. There are two free games - both given to you when you buy your packets. We’ve been having a huge turnout and expect it to be even better in the future. Remember to bring your ID and no outside beverages are allowed.

Solivita Book CircleOur annual dinner and

Skype event was on February 23rd with 17 of our 22 chapters present. Tables were festively decorated to showcase their favorites books from 2014. This year, judges came from within the Solivita community and prizes were awarded for creativity (Literary Ladies), originality (Happy Bookers), and best interpretation of a book (Between the Covers). Each of the three chapters were awarded a $25 gift card to the Bistro/The Grille. The Skype interview (led by Jacquie Brunner) was with Farahad Zama, the author of The Marriage Bureau for Rich People. Farahad came to us via the internet from London where he currently lives and works.

Yarners Upon hearing that a class of preschool students in Maryland was suffering from the cold weather last winter, a number of Solivita Yarners decided to provide each student in this year's class with

a hat and scarf. A group of us made the garments, while others donated yarn. The teacher wrote to us, "Thank you so much for your generous gifts. My students absolutely love their new hats and scarves. It is wonderful knowing they will be safe and warm this winter thanks to your generosity. Your kindness and support means so much to my classroom community."


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Purple Flowers ClubCome get your cannoli! The ever popular cannoli will be at the Purple Flower booth on Relay Day, Saturday, April 11th in The Village Center. We were a sell out at Doggiepalooza and Mardi Gras. Eat them while walking the Relay track or take some home for a night snack. Either way, you don’t want to miss out. Proceeds from cannoli sales, as well as purple memorial flowers and earrings, will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Come join the fun and have a tasty, sweet treat while supporting or remembering those who have been affected by cancer.

The BirdersBirders to Visit Fort De Soto ParkThis month, we will go to one of the best places to see colorful backyard birds as they migrate north to their breeding grounds. The mulberry trees with ripe berries attract tanagers, orioles, cardinals, goldfinches, grosbeaks, buntings, and hummingbirds. The pelicans fish by diving head first into the water and the ospreys dive on the pelicans to chase them from their fishing areas. Fort De Soto is on Mullet Key at the entrance of Tampa Bay. The distance to this island requires an early departure; please call Nancy Latham at 863-496-1884 for the date and time of departure. Photos by Leo Rodgers.

Summer Tanager

Indigo Bunting

Pelicans Diving for Dinner

Green ThumbsSpecial thanks to Chef Dee Hatsady from The Grille at Stonegate Golf Club for making the delicious Whiskey Sauce for the Bon Ton’s Bread Pudding our members baked and sold at the Mardi Gras event. We are

currently taking reservations for our members to attend the “Springtime in Solivita” floral arranging demonstration by Lucia Salamone. There will also be a plant exchange. There is limited seating and light refreshments will be served. RSVP by April 20th to Anita Nelson at [email protected]. Cost is $5 per person and is limited to members only. See the February/March member newsletter for more information.

Indiana FriendsAt our February meeting, Indiana Friends enjoyed a Games Night with a lasagna dinner. Some folks were having so much fun that they continued playing even after dinner was served! On Saturday, March 28th, Indiana

Friends met on the grassy lawn near The Grille for a Croquet Tournament with lunch. For our April event, we will attend the Solivita Starliters production, “Encore: One More Time!” on Sunday, April 19th. Members will enjoy coffee and dessert in Mosaics after the show. Details for this event have been emailed to members. For information about joining Indiana Friends, please contact John or Ann Wolber at [email protected].


[ Club News ]Solivita SmashersIt’s that time of year again

for the Sadie Hawkins Games. In this tournament, the women ask the men to be their playing partner. Partners are encouraged to dress up like their favorite Daisy Mae and Lil' Abner characters. This tournament is purely social, so being a particular skill level is not important. Show up for a day of fun, to meet old friends, and make new ones. If you want to play in the tournament, please sign up today. If you haven’t seen the game of pickleball, come down to Freedom Park on April 18th at 9am to watch.

Solivita BowlersAs of the writing of this article, we are looking forward to our Banquet. The winning

teams will be announced next month. The summer league will start on April 14th. It will be two ten-week sessions. Bowling will start at 1pm. The summer league is less formal. If you can't come every week, feel free to come when you can. This would be a good time for bowlers who are thinking about bowling and have not bowled in years. If anyone is interested, please call Len at 863-496-0628, Patrick at 863-427-4667, or Ann at 863-427-4212.

Solivita AHCC Educational FundThe Solivita African Heritage Cultural Club Educational Fund Scholarship Luncheon will be held on May 22nd. The winners of the two scholarships for 2015 will be presented at the luncheon. All who have contributed $40 or more will receive a personal invitation. Past scholarship recipients will conduct the program. This is our way of showcasing our scholarship winners. Thanks to the generosity of the Solivita community, we have awarded over $60,000. It is our hope that this number will increase with this year’s contributions. The next Board meeting is May 8th at 1pm in the Duncan home.

Applause Music Mixers Social Club (AMMSC) Participation at the monthly “Potluck with Music” events continues growing as we welcome over 20 new members to the organization. Members of the Music Team were busy performing at the club’s activities as well as providing artistic and soulful support at five other Solivita clubs’ charity/special events. Great job! AMMSC will celebrate our second anniversary on Saturday, April 25th at 7pm in the Ballroom. Join the party where the music team and featured artists, “Solivita Five,” will perform. Tickets are $8 and a cash bar will be available. For tickets, contact Haydee Figueroa at 863-547-4949 or Victoria Johnson-Taylor at 863-438-2356.

New Attitude Red HattersLast month, we enjoyed Motown the Musical at the new Dr. Phillips Center, Solivita's Showtime singers, the Energizing Christian Women's Gospel Music Experience in the Ballroom, and one little visit to the Victory Casino (shhhh). This month, it’s horseraces. We’re off to spend a beautiful day at Tampa Bay Downs with the NYC Transit Retirees of Florida. Join us Wednesday, May 13th as we revisit the world renowned spa at the Warm Mineral Springs in North Port, FL. We'll rejuvenate ourselves in this natural spring, enjoy massages, facials, and lunch. Call Andree at 863-353-6388 or Cleo at 863-496-0366 for reservations and information.


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KapamilyaThe more years we spend together, the more we realize how respect for each other, respect for guidelines and guidance, have shaped who we are and how we look at others around us. So it was natural for us to celebrate Valentine's Day together in order to express gratitude to lasting friendships and being part of a caring family.

The Young and Young at Heart (YaYaH) On Valentine’s Day, 65

YaYaH members enjoyed dinner, along with belly dancers twirling around the tables with some of our members at Opa’s of Orlando. Mardi Gras (despite the weather) was extremely successful too. Over 100 dinners were served with rave reviews, including gourmet Italian cuisine and desserts. On April 10th, roll up your sleeves and join us for a fun evening of bowling, karaoke, and food at the AMF bowling alley in Kissimmee. We’ve planned a day at the True Winery Festival in Davenport on April 18th. We’ll also pick blueberries at a later date, when the picking is ripe! For more information, call Char at 914-980-7591.

Solivita QuiltersWe met in February for an all-day Quilt Retreat sewing Christmas tree skirts, lead by Joan Krauss. It’s never too early to start sewing for Christmas. Everyone enjoyed themselves very much and some very beautiful and unique tree skirts resulted. There was a lot of originality and a wide assortment of fabrics. We have several patriotic quilts to raffle. The Quilters also enjoyed the Skype interview with Marie Bostwick, who is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of uplifting contemporary fiction.

Disney Fan ClubDisney Fan Club members are so savvy about Disney parks; the top four teams participating in our Animal Kingdom Scavenger Hunt were separated by only

one point. Guess we’ve all gotten top honors at our informal “Disney University.” Since the parks are not our only source of fun events, March activities included a very interesting tour of Wilderness Lodge followed by a delicious dinner at Whispering Canyon. Our April 22nd Lunch & Bocce event and bi-monthly meeting at The Palms is shaping up nicely. To learn more, check out our club page at SolivitaLive.com. Have a Magical Month!


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Stonegate NinersWhat is it about golf that keeps women coming back

every year? The answer for us is how nothing beats the feel of a well-struck shot, how we find something good in every round, get plenty of exercise, get a feeling of accomplishment, and most importantly, get to laugh and have fun in the sun. We had fun at our Member Guest Play and the competition was fierce. Thank you Claude Eastwood and the Pro Shop for helping make the tournament a success. Details of the Spring Luncheon in April will be posted in the lounge. Contact: Karen Vitkus at 863-547-4376 or [email protected].

Solivita Social Club On November 20th Lou Christie, along with Rocky and the Rollers will perform. Songs include Two Faces Have I, Lightning Strikes, Rhapsody in the Rain, The Gypsy Cried, How Many Tear Drops, and many more. Tickets are on sale at Lifestyles Ticket Sales; Thursday Movies (6pm-7pm); and at the Monday and Friday Farmers Market (9am-1pm).

2016 ShowsFor tickets, contact Neil at 863-427-3973 or Margaret at 863-496-4026.

• January 30, 2016: The Letterman • March 6, 2016: Jay and the

Americans• November 18, 2016: Dennis

Trufano (original lead for the Buckinghams) and the 1910 Fruitgum Company

Solivita Racqueteers A $300 donation from the Solivita Racqueteers to the Poinciana High School tennis team was used to purchase two T-shirts (with logos) for

each player. Blue shirts are worn on Fridays to celebrate Spirit Day at school and white shirts are worn during play at all team matches. According to team coach, Nasir Ayoub, six boys and six girls are participating in the program this year. Competition takes place within Osceola County; the schedule in 2015 ran from mid January to April 1st. Club President, Terry Roderick (pictured on the far left) enjoyed some tennis camaraderie with six team members and Coach Ayoub.

Stonegate Women's Golf Association (SWGA)Fortunately this year, during our President’s

Cup Golf Tournament, we had decent weather to complete our two rounds of golf. Pictured is our President’s Cup winner (right), Mary Jane Raser with a combined net score of 133. This was also a special luncheon honoring our past and present SWGA Presidents (pictured below). Each was given a special rose in appreciation of their dedication to the association. We welcome new residents who enjoy the game of golf to join our association. If your handicap does not exceed 40 you are eligible to join. You will find “new member forms” on the bulletin board in the ladies locker room.

Left to right: Betty Eglinton, Mary McGillivary, Meg Burkhart, Nancy Robbins, Jan Smith, Leslie Gordon, and Judy Kelly.


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Solivita Bible Study GroupWhen God created the earth (Genesis 1 and 2), it was a perfect creation - no sickness, disease, or wars! What changed? Why do we get sick and suffer; why are there wars? It changed when Adam and Eve disobeyed God and obeyed Satan. That made Satan the god of this age (2 Corinthians 4:3-4). He brought sin into being and with that, sickness and disease. God, being just, honored the transfer of ownership from Adam to Satan. When Jesus came, He restored that which was lost (Luke 19:9-10). We meet Thursdays at 10am in RSF2. Contact Felix and Richetta Andino, 407-729-7747.

Ohio BuckeyesIn February we went to One Sweet Sista in Kissimmee for breakfast. The first Wednesday of each month, the ladies meet at The Grille for lunch. Please contact Sue Reed at 863-221-4034 for additional information. The second Wednesday of each month, members will meet at 8:30am for breakfast. Please contact Martie Laner at 863-547-4293 for additional information. April 16th is the road trip to 4 Rivers Smokehouse in Longwood and a visit to Petty’s Meat Market. Please contact Gary Morningstar at 863-427-1339 for additional information. On May 16th we’ll go to Boggy Creek Airboat Rides. Please contact Darlene and Dennis Rininger at 321-250-9100 for information.

Solivita Shuffleboard Club Solivita Shuffleboard Club held it's annual Valentine’s Day Tournament. The top 10 players won a heart-shaped box of chocolates. The picture shows the club taking a break while they enjoy watching the Solivita barbershop quartet,"Cordially Yours,” serenade Bill and Beverly King. The tournament ended with refreshments of coffee and heart shaped donuts. If you are interested in playing, stop by the courts at Freedom Park on Thursdays at 1pm for a brief clinic and a chance to try your skills. For more information, call Jack Matusek at 863-438-2565.

Sculptors of SolivitaEvery February, roses and gifts are a way we express love for our

favorite Valentine, so we decided to create a project based on that theme. We made clay roses on wooden plaques and enhanced them with embellishments. The results were quite pleasing. For our next project, we’ll be creating collages with George Vassilakis. There is no charge for this class, as everyone will bring their own materials to complete their project. Anyone interested in attending or joining our club is invited to come on the second and fourth Friday of each month from 9am-12pm. For more information, please contact Char at 914-980-7591.

Solivita Democratic ClubHave you attended a Solivita Democratic Club meeting lately? Did you hear our February discussion on the Affordable Care Act and its effect on

taxes, hospital budgets, and quality of care? Did you attend Polk County's Democratic Executive Committee's Gala or visit their new office in Haines City? If you missed any of this, make sure you visit us online at solivitademocrats.org for all the latest information, new office address, and great pictures. Our next meeting will explore environmental issues. Join us in the Ballroom on Wednesday, April 8th at 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm).

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La Vita BellaAt our February meeting, three members won the Lucky Lire Door Prizes. In March, we celebrated St. Joseph’s and St. Patrick’s with our

dinner-dance. Tickets for our Tampa Bay Downs trip on April 12th are $40 for members and non-members. Tickets can be purchased at the April 1st Lifestyles Ticket Sales or by calling Barbara at 863-438-2665 or Arnie at 863-547-4833. The cost includes round trip motorcoach, admission to park, program, and a buffet lunch with carving station. We are also planning a Bocce Tournament in April. Please check our SolivitaLive.com club webpage and Community Bulletin Boards for details.

African Heritage Cultural Club (AHCC)The AHCC has many events throughout the year and we invite everyone to come out and join us. Stay tuned for more info on the AHCC Annual Golf Outing and Banquet on May 6th. Also note the new start time for the April

General Meeting at 9:30am. Check the club page on SolivitaLive.com and the website, www.ahcc-solivita.org.

AHCC Ongoing Events:• General Meeting is on Tuesday, April 7th at 9:30am in the Starlite Ballroom. • “Members Only Game Night” is on Monday, April 20th at 6:30pm in MSB. • “Page Turners” meet on Thursday, April 23rd at 2pm in RSF2.

Cast and Crew of the AHCC “The Music Tree” Production.

Lucky Lire Doorprize Winners

Solivita SinglesThe Solivita Singles Club has activities for all interests. You’re invited if you are single. In February, a speaker from the Polk County Sheriff ’s Office gave

us tips about personal safety. Our monthly dinner destinations included Bonefish Restaurant (February) and Season’s 52 (March). We also headed to Tampa Bay Downs with the Solivita Funtime Events Club in March. We have a bi-weekly outing to a movie on Sunday afternoons. We need to make a correction from January’s article: Board member Bob Edwards is a Member-at-Large. Contact Pat Weiss at 863-438-2099 for membership. In Solivita being single does not mean being alone.

La Dolce VitaAlthough the rest of the country had a cold and snowy February, La Dolce Vita warmed up Solivita with the After Valentine’s Day Dance. It featured our club member’s favorite homemade appetizers, desserts, a little liquid libations, music by DJ Mike Mahoney, and dancing by all who attended. We finished off the month with a fantastic Italian cuisine luncheon at L’Incontro in Lake Wales, a cozy restaurant with a warm sunroom that comfortably holds about 30-40 guests. Yes, it was unusually cold and rainy here, but we don’t shovel sunshine or rain.


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Flora Vista FriendsThank you to everyone who supported our February Talent Show. Our collective efforts

raised over $4700 for The American Cancer Society. The entertainers were outstanding. Solivita is home to so many talented residents with big hearts. Our Flora Vista Friends Relay Team partnered with the Playing For Life Team to sponsor this fundraiser. We wish to thank Roe Morreale, George Vassilakis, and Pete and Rachel Szotak for their

organizational guidance and experience in addition to our team volunteers who baked and donated our raffle baskets. See you at the Relay on April 11th.

Thank you to our team volunteers for their efforts to implement our 2015 Relay For Life Talent Show.

Scarlet ChapeauxThe Scarlet Chapeaux enjoyed an elegant lunch at Lavender and Lace. The Victorian ambience set the mood for the day. It is a beautifully restored 1920 cottage and since 1989 it's been home to one of Central Florida's favorite destinations. Our

ladies looked lovely and the food was delicious. There was shopping (of course) at the boutique and The Barn. Last month we went to The Tavern in Celebration for a St. Patrick's Day celebration.

Solivita HadassahOur February Mahjong Tournament was a great

success and we thank you for your participation. Kudos to the grand prize winner Barbara Hoffman and to the round winners: Barbara Block, Fran Ricciani, Barbara Hoffman, and Laurie Selling. The Book Club will discuss Paper Love: Searching for the Girl My Grandfather Left Behind, on a date TBA. Join us for an evening of fun as "you swing your partner" at our Square Dance on April 26th. Please refer to Community Events for details. We wish you a very Happy Passover!

Healthy Eating/Active Living Club (HEAL)In late February, members traveled to Winter Park for dinner at Ethos Vegan Kitchen. All food choices on the menu were prepared without meat or dairy products. Not all members are vegetarians, but all enjoyed the wide variety of meatless appetizers, entrées, and desserts. Last month our Annual Potluck Dinner was held at The Palms. Members brought a healthy, meatless dish to pass and the recipe to share. We’re trying to be healthy and active! The trip to True Blue Winery in Davenport for the Blueberry Festival is on Saturday, April 18th from 10am to 6pm. For more information, contact Margo at [email protected] or 863-496-0628.

Solivita Travel ClubSpring is finally here and the Day Trip Table is bursting with

new trips. Haven’t been to the Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum? Or let’s watch baseball as the New York Yankees take on the Tampa Bay Rays. There are so many interesting day trips available; please check with the Day Trip Table at the next Solivita Travel Club meeting. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 21st at 6:30pm in the Ballroom. Hope to see you there.


[ Club News ]Energizing Women’s Connection A big "THANK YOU" goes out to all who attended our first Gospel Music Experience (GME). What a great turnout for this event! Proceeds from the concert went to help purchase additional automated external defibrillators for Solivita. Those attending enjoyed the instrumental pieces, the music team of the Applause Music Mixers Social Club, the Solivita Quartet, and talented vocalists performing memorable songs including How Great Thou Art and Amazing Grace. People left inspired, uplifted, and blessed.

Applause Music Mixers Social Club (AMMSC) Performing

Live Club Description Day Time Room Contact Phone Email

• Cancer Support Group Our group is dedicated to providing emotional support and education to anyone touched by cancer.

Thursday 10am MG Mary RedmondBarb HermanTony Handler

863-427-3727863-427-0033863-427-4345

[email protected]@[email protected]

Grief Support Group For adults grieving the loss of a loved one. Free professional counseling is available to all through this group. Contact Rita for details.

3rd Monday 10:30am MG Rita Azukas 863-496-5116 [email protected]

• Living Sober in Solivita A discussion group of Solivita residents who are living in sobriety, and for those wanting support and information on how to be alcohol-free themselves.

Sunday 9am MSB KateMaryRandy

863-496-0481863-496-5289863-496-5078

[email protected]

Parkinson's Support Group

Our group is dedicated to providing emotional support and education to anyone touched by Parkinson Disease.

1st Thursday 11:45am RSF2 Jim Greco 863-438-2643 -

Solivita Alzheimer's Support Group

We provide assistance and support to those whose loved ones have this disease.

4th Thursday 9:30am MSB Nancy Callahan

863-496-1136 -

Weight Watchers New members must pre-register. Please contact Karen for further instructions.

Wednesday 8:30am CR Karen Thies 863-496-1935 -

• Club information is also available on SolivitaLive.com | To update your club’s information, email [email protected].

Support Groups

Cancer Support GroupBreast cancer is about 100 times less common among men than women. For men, the lifetime risk of getting breast cancer is about 1 in 1,000.

The American Cancer Society's 2009 estimates for male breast cancer in the United States for 2009 indicate that about 1,910 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among men. About 40 men will die from breast cancer. We meet Thursdays at 10am in the Magnolia Room. Meetings are for all whose lives have been touched by cancer. For further information, call Mary Redmond, 863-427-3727; Barbara Herman, 863-427-0033; or Tony Handler, 863-427-4345.

Solivita Alzheimer's Support GroupWhy Join a Support Group?According to Today’s Caregiver (the first national magazine

dedicated to caregivers), some of the reasons to join include:

• Connecting with other caregivers who understand what you are going through

• Sharing common experiences and learning coping strategies• Exploring and sharing solutions to problems• Finding emotional outlets and receiving support from peers• Forming new friendships and discovering a sense of community• Developing new skills through education• Helping others while still helping yourself

The next meeting is on Thursday, April 23rd at 9:30am in the Baltic Room.



]Living Sober in SolivitaWe are an informal support group organized by men and women who have decided that they cannot drink alcohol safely or even in moderation. We meet weekly to discuss issues we all face or have faced. For example, changing old routines, getting active, and handling occasions when our friends and families will be drinking but we cannot. The goals are knowledge and support; we are not intrusive or judgmental with each other. We welcome Solivitans just starting down the road of sobriety as well as those sober who would simply like conversation with similar people. We “get” how that feels. We meet Sundays from 9am-10am.

Advanced Beginner course on “Declarer Play” will be offered on Wednesdays, April 1st-29th from 6:30pm-9pm in the Bella Viana Amenity Center. This series of five bridge lessons will help beginners develop their declarer play. The course will cover – Week 1: Counting winners and watching entries in NT, unblocking, bidding maximum opening hands, and review of opening leads. Week 2: Counting losers and drawing trump, bidding maximum responding hands, and opening leads in suit contracts. Week 3: Promoting tricks in suits and NT contracts. Week 4: Using length in suits and NT and responding to a 1 NT opening bid. Week 5: The finesse. Cost, including materials, is $30. Class size is limited. Call Donna McIlwain at 216-640-9885 for enrollment or details about this course.

Bridge Lessons: Beginning & Intermediate Adeline Rosica: 863-427-1865Sharlene Tyler: 407-572-4021 [email protected]

A Touch of Class

Beginners Calligraphy wants you! Classes are on Saturdays from 12:30pm -1:30pm in the Magnolia Room. $5 per 1½ hour instruction. Please bring a 12" ruler, 2 pencils, and 1 rubber band. I provide paper and first pen.

Beginners CalligraphyDebi Garner: 407-414-4599

AARP Driver Safety™

Course863-496-1530

The next AARP Driver Safety™ Course will be held on Tuesday, May 12th and Wednesday, May 13th from 9:30am-12:30pm in The Palms Amenity Center. You must attend both days to receive credit for this course. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members, per person for both days. Registrations will be taken in advance at The Palms Amenity Center Reception Desk along with payment by cash (exact amount please) or check (payable to AARP).

Ceramic classes are held every Tuesday from 2pm-5pm in the Ceramics Gallery. There are several ceramic projects you can choose from. Cost is $1 per class (to cover supplies and firings) plus the cost of the ceramic project you pick to work on.

CeramicsBrigitte: 863-427-1288

Heather Szasz is currently training agility classes and dog obedience (Canine Good Citizen) classes. She will also work one-on-one with you and your dog at your house for behavior and obedience training. Call 407-922-0285 or email [email protected], for more information.

Dog Obedience &Agility ClassesHeather Szasz: 407-922-0285



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Pickleball Marta Groess:[email protected]

Learn to play pickleball in three weeks. Our program begins the first Tuesday of each month and includes an introductory class + two clinics. Smashers Club will supply paddles and balls. We look forward to you becoming a part of our pickleball club and family. For more information on the classes and the club, see the club section for the Smashers at SolivitaLive.com. Class is at 10:30am on the courts at The Palms. Please register before attending the class.

Learn to make your own greeting cards in the Ceramics Gallery on Wednesday evenings. Class times are 5pm and 6pm and the cost for materials to make two cards is $6. Weekly project materials are prepared for you in advance, so please call ahead to reserve a place in the class. Class size is limited.

Greeting CardsSue: 863-427-7463

Sculpture Eloise Ritt: 407-933-4628

Beginners through Advanced Sculpture classes are held Wednesdays from 11am-3pm and Thursdays from 9am-2pm in the Ceramics Gallery. The cost is $10 per session. A variety of materials, techniques, and methods are explored and projects ranging from abstract to realistic are produced. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at clay sculpting, this is your chance. No prior experience is necessary. Class size is limited. Call Eloise to reserve a spot.

Explore various art forms and techniques and learn from a New York State certified art teacher. This class will include, but is not limited to drawing, painting, stained glass creations, clay sculptures, and various theme workshops throughout the year. All levels are welcome. Keep in mind that art should always be your own creative way of expression. It's simply a way of putting what is on the inside of you...outside!

Multi-Media ArtworksCharlene Chaim: 863-427-7312 or 914-980-7591

Beginner classes are FREE and are held on Wednesdays from 12:30pm -2:30pm. These classes start the 2nd Wednesday of each month and run for 4 weeks. You have to bring your own supplies, and there is a sign up book (with supply list) in the Art Gallery. Intermediate classes are held Wednesdays from 10am-12pm and advanced classes are on Tuesdays from 10am-12pm. There is a $15 fee for these classes. All classes are held in the Art Gallery. These are ongoing classes - not workshops! Call for more information.

Watercolor-Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced Stephanie Sodel: 863-427-9864

Water Media is for everyone, from the untalented to the experienced artist. Learn in a relaxed, informative, step-by-step manner. In every class we finish a complete painting ready for framing. Share the enjoyment and excitement of creating your own work of art. Water media is a combination of watercolor and acrylic. For more information on classes or to add your name to the list for notification of upcoming classes, contact Ernie. To see the Water Media projects and class pictures, visit artbyernie.com. The class fee is $15, plus cost of the canvas (unless you bring your own).

Water Media Ernestine Vicari Stafford: 941-661-9128 [email protected] artbyernie.com



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Dear Solivita Friends and Family,

My family and I would like to thank everyone for your outpouring of love, prayers, caring, and support. Your cards and donations during Jack's critical illness and his passing were a blessing to us. May God bless each of you and may 2015 bring you good health and happiness.

With Much Love,The Family of Jack Phillips and His Loving Wife, Marlene Phillips

WALK/RUN FOR A CURE WAS A BIG SUCCESS

We would like to thank all of our friends, family and Solivita neighbors for your participation in the 7th annual event on February 21st. Your participation and generous donations are greatly appreciated. Despite the early cool weather, we had almost 300 brave souls out there helping the American Cancer Society in the fight against cancer. In addition, thanks go to AAM, Sheri, Elizabeth, their Lifestyles crew, Donnette and Chris for doing the early registration chores, and all the volunteers that helped make this a success. Hope to see you out there next year!

Thanks again,Tony and Narda Handler

Solivita 7th Annual Walk/Run for a Cure Solivita Street Walkers

SOLIVITA PERFORMING ARTS COUNCIL 2014/2015 ENDOWMENT FUND GRANTS AWARDEDThe Solivita Performing Arts Council is pleased to announce the recipients of SPAC’s arts enrichment grants for the 2014/2015 school year. These grants are awarded through the SPAC Endowment Fund, which was established in 2006 for the purpose of providing monetary assistance to elementary, middle, or high school students in Solivita’s neighboring communities. Since the establishment of the fund, more than $41,000 has been awarded to area schools.

This year’s grants (totaling $9,000) were awarded to Alta Vista Elementary, Bellalago Academy, Bethune Academy, Discovery Intermediate School, Gateway High School, Horizons Elementary, Loughman Oaks Elementary, New Dimensions High School, Poinciana Academy of Fine Arts, and Sandhill Elementary School. Grant funds will be used to purchase band equipment, music, and supplies to sponsor an area music day festival and workshops, provide funding for an after school dance program, fund spring theater productions, and will make it possible for 60 theater students to attend a two-day thespian festival in Melbourne. One school will use the grant money to purchase materials for art students to make decorative pavers to be used in an outdoor art inspiration area at their school.

Funding for the Endowment comes from ticket sales for SPAC-sponsored performances by Solivita performing arts groups including the Guys and Dolls, Solivita Starliters, The Starlites, SoundBurst, and the Classical Musicians of Solivita. Solivita clubs that have received SPAC support and assistance for club-sponsored productions have also contributed to the Endowment Fund as well as memorial and personal contributions from individuals. The Council would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the fund, either directly or by attending any SPAC-sponsored performances.

Tha nk You

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