March 2023

MARCH 2023 THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS

AARP Safe Driving Class.....................................pg 37 Architectural Control Committee.....................pg 14 Beautification.............................................................pg 8 BINGO........................................................................pg 42 Board Of Directors .................................................pg 4 BOD Meeting Minutes..............................................N/A Brookridge Singles................................................pg 39 (Centerfold) Calendar.............................................................pgs 26,27 CERT.............................................................................pg 15 Clubhouse & Office News......................................pg 6 Clubs & Committees Contacts ...........................pg 7 Code Enforcement.................................................pg 14 Crime Watch............................................................pg 30 Entertainment...........................pgs 18,19,22,23,46,49 Important Numbers & Info..............................pgs 3,9 Ladies of Brookridge.............................................pg 12 Memorial.....................................................................pg 13 Monthly Events...................................................pgs 8,12 Mens Club...................................................................pg 12 N&V Guidelines..........................................................pg 3 Poem............................................................................pg 16 President Report......................................................pg 11 Religion.........................................................pgs 31,32,33 RV Compound.........................................................pg 25 Sports-Fitness....................................pgs 28,29,30,48 Treasurer’s Report.....................................................N/A Water Restrictions.................................................pg 25 Veterans..............................................................pgs 15,34

1 Crime Watch..................................................9:00 am 1 CERT................................................................10:00 am (Also 10 , 17 , 24 , 31 ) 3 Friday Nite Bingo........................................5:00 pm 4 Social Dance.................................................7:00 pm 6 All-Stars Entertainment............................6.55 pm 7 BCPO BOD Workshop..............................9:00 am (Also 14 , 21 , 28 ) 7 Tuesday Night Bingo.................................5:30 pm 8 Night at the Horse Races........................5:00 pm 9 Beautification Committee Meeting......9:00 am 9 Brookridge Entertainment......................7:00 pm 11 AARP Safe Driving Class.........................10:00 am 11 Line Dance Social.........................................6:00 pm (Also 26 ) 12 Brookridge Singles....................................6:00 pm (Also 27 ) 13 ACC Meeting.................................................9:00 am 13 Friday Nite Bingo Meeting......................11:00 am 13 BCCGA BOD Meeting—Pro Shop.........7:00 pm 13 Ladies 18-Hole League Meeting............9:00 am 14 Unit Representative Meeting.................9:00 am 15 Annual BCPO Members Meeting........7:00 am 15 RV Compound Walk-Thru......................10:00 am 16 AVRC Meeting.............................................9:00 am 18 Mens Club Community Breakfast.........7:00 am 18 Dream Team.................................................2:00 pm 19 Beautification Card Party........................11:00 am 19 Music Aires Concert...................................3:00 pm 20 Veterans Committee Meeting..............11:00 am 20 Ladies of Brookridge Meeting............12:00 pm 22 RV Compound Meeting...........................11:00 am 22 Music Aires Combo Recital....................1:30 pm 26 Ryder Cup Dinner......................................6:00 pm 29 Blood Mobile..............................................10:00 am th

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MARCH 8 BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB HORSE RACES @ 5:00 PM MARCH 14 BCPO BOD ELECTION VOTE COUNTING @ 9:00 AM MARCH 15 BCPO ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING @ 7:00 PM MARCH 18 BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB BREAKFAST @ 7:00 AM MARCH 19 BEAUTIFICATION CARD PARTY @ 11:00 AM MARCH 29 BLOOD MOBILE @ 10:00 AM

Brookridge Community Property Owners, Inc 7300 Brookridge Central Blvd. • Brooksville, FL 34613 Office 352-596-0696 • Fax 352-597-8174 • www.brookridge.com Club House 352-596-1112 • Guard Shack - 352-596-0697

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News & Views GUIDELINES The News & Views is a free Brookridge Community monthly publication for our residents, to help keep you advised of events and happenings in our community.

The guidelines for publication of articles are as follows: 1. The Editor reserves the right to select articles and/or letters for publication and to edit for grammar, style, length and content, while making efforts to preserve the core of the article/letter.

2. All articles/letters must be 200 words or less, typed upper and lower case, dated and signed by the writer, with their telephone number. Short personal notices of Thanks, Condolences, etc… will be accepted if they are printed legibly, easily readable and signed.

Important & Helpful

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Brookridge Main Office Brookridge Front Gate Brookridge Clubhouse FIRE - POLICE - EMERGENCY Hernando Sheriffs Office Florida Highway Patrol Withlacoochee River Electric Hernando County Utilities Elder Help Line Domestic Hotline Veterans Affairs Bravera Hospital - Brooksville Bravera Hospital - Spring Hill HCA Oak Hill Hospital Poison Control Hotline Dawn Center Alzheimer's Family Organization Suicide Hotline National Alliance Mental Illness The Bus Crime Stoppers

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3. All articles/letters MUST be submitted each month for the following month.

No articles will automatically by re-run.

4. All comments/questions regarding the above will be directed to the BCPO Editor at 352-596-2502 or editor@brookridge.com 5. 2023 News & Views deadlines are at 2:00 PM on the following months:

January 4 February 1 March 7 April 3

May 2 June 6 July 3 August 1

September 5 October 3 October 31 November 28

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BCPO BOARD OF DIRECTORS & COMMITTEES NAME

POSITION

TERM

COMMITTEE LIASONS

President

AVRC, Election, Nominating, Personnel ACC, RV Compound Beautification, Unit Representatives Finance, Mem. & Vet. Day

Anna Webster Kenneth Duncan

1 Vice President

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Gail Metcalf Rosemary Basteri Leo Benoit

Secretary Treasurer Director

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UNIT REPRESENTATIVES UNIT

NAME

PHONE

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Peggy Christie Susan Fiegel-Rapp Sandy Komst Trudy Johnson, Co-Chair Sheila Walsh Mary Smith

352-596-2973 860-608-5259 352-667-9191 864-923-6367 352-345-6465 352-597-0753

NAME

UNIT

PHONE

4 907-617-7393 Michele Adams 4 585-368-8419 Lynn Devos, Sec. 352-515-8412 4 Rita Ducharme 4 6/6A 772-708-0665 Beverly Epstein 6/6A Linda Toporski, Co-Chair 810-287-8015

BCPO BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2023 MEETINGS JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

•Tuesday, 3rd Workshop •Wednesday, 18th Meet The Candidates

•Tuesday, 7th Workshop •Wednesday, 22nd Meeting

•Tuesday, 7th Workshop •Wednesday, 15th Annual & Organizational Meeting

•Tuesday, 4th Workshop •Wednesday, 19th Meeting

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

•Tuesday, 2nd Workshop •Wednesday, 17th Meeting

•Tuesday, 6th Workshop •Wednesday, 21st Meeting

NO WORKSHOP •Wednesday, 19th Meeting

•Tuesday, 1st Workshop •Wednesday, 16th Meeting

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

•Tuesday, 5th Workshop •Wednesday, 20th Meeting

•Tuesday, 3rd Workshop •Wednesday, 18th Meeting

•Tuesday, 7th Workshop •Wednesday, 15th Budget Outcome

•Tuesday, 5th Workshop NO MEETING

Tuesday Workshops begin at 9:00 am in the South Hall - Clubhouse Wednesday Board Meetings begin at 7:00 pm in the North Hall-Clubhouse Meeting is streamed and available for later viewing on Youtube.com under Brookridge Calendar ALL BROOKRIDGE RESIDENTS WELCOME PAGE 4

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BROOKRIDGE CLUBHOUSE NEWS!!

BLOOD DRIVE March 29, 2023 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Clubhouse Parking Lot

NEWS AND VIEWS DEADLINE ALL articles, ads, flyers, anything else you wish to have in the April News & Views must be in my email by March 7, 2023.

DAY LIGHT SAVINGS March 12, 2023 SET YOUR CLOCKS FORWARD ! HOUR

SPEED LIMIT

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REMINDER

SPEED LIMIT

30

Speeding is a major issue here in BROOKRIDGE!!!

The Board of Directors has instructed Code Enforcement to enforce the speed limits throughout the community.

Brookridge Blvd speed limits is 30 mph.

All other roads unless otherwise posted are 25 mph.

These speed limits are strictly enforced for the safety and well-being of our residents and their guests.

BROOKRIDGE OFFICE NEWS!!

DO YOU WANT “NEWS & VIEWS” MAILED TO YOU? Brookridge residents who are leaving for several months may have copies of the “News & Views” mailed to them.

If you are interested in this service, please fill out the form below and return it to : BCPO Office at 7300 Brookridge Central Blvd., Brooksville, FL 35613 The cost for this service is $4.00 per issue. $5.00 per issue outside the USA. Checks should be made payable to BCPO and accompany this form.

To Be Sent To: ___________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ City: _________________________ State: _______________Zip Code: _____________ Begin (First month): __________End (Last month): ________Total Months: _________ Total amount enclosed: ____________________ PAGE 6

BROOKRIDGE CLUBS & COMMITTEES AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Marge Lingor 352-678-1533 ALL STAR'S ENTERTAINMENT Sandy Lewis 607-745-3670 AQUA EXERCISE. Kathy Hershey 352-515-7233 ASTRONOMY CLUB David Bahr 352-610-0464 BIBLE STUDY GROUP Judy Schmalz 727-389-2731 BINGO – FRIDAY NITE Debbie Whitney 248-345-9952 Donna Stordock 352-345-2958 BINGO- TUESDAY NIGHT Anna Webster 352-592-6432 BOCCI CLUB Doug Roloff 410-931-3584 BRIDGE- LESSON/PLAY Ron Butz 920-266-5978 BROOKRIDGE CREATIVE WRITERS Chris Lucka 352-610-4998 BROOKRIDGE CRIME WATCH Betty Roberts 352-592-5181 BROOKRIDGE ENTERTAINMENT Dick Theriault 352-597-8816 BROOKRIDGE SINGLES Debra Burns 980-613-0395 BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB Loren Williams 352-442-6837 BROOKS & SPRINGS CHURCH SERVICE Pastor Phoebe Hamar 352-701-0044 BUNCO BABES Connie Hilliard 205-728-4314 CAMPERS CLUB Robert Dunn 616-802-4536 CERAMIC CLUB Sue Taylor 352-340-9622 CARS, COFFEE, BIKES & TRIKES Rich Stratton 352-616-0242 CERT (Community Emergency Response Team William Hartman 352-293-4647 CLASSY SCARLET LADIES OF BROOKRIDGE Joanne Rampino 352-200-6291 CRAFTY STITCHERS Flora Dunham 207-841-0262 CRIBBAGE CLUB Joe Monahan 508-280-4829 DAYTIME BUNCO Lois Buterfield 207-251-5896 DEALER'S CHOICE Tina Woods 413-475-4939 DREAM TEAM Jerry Goedert 616-460-8026 EVENING BIBLE STUDY William Hartman 352-293-4647 EZ DOES IT EXERCISE CLUB Linda Hartman 352-293-4647 GOLF - ASSOCIATION Tom Singleton 352-597-1866 GOLF – CAN-AM TOURNAMENT Terry Thompson 352-600-7122 GOLF- GUYS & DOLLS Sandy Patterson 352-606-2281 GOLF – KINGS & QUEENS Erv Alber 352-596-5731 GOLF – LADIES 9 HOLE Donna Miller 352-596-7992 GOLF – LADIES 18 HOLE Sue Myers 352-345-5380 GOLF – MEN'S 9 HOLE Ed Griffiths 802-793-2009 GOLF – MEN'S 18 HOLE Bob Dunn 352-600-8323

GOOD TIMES LINE DANCE SOCIAL Rhonda Skaggs 937-626-8537 HAND & FOOT (MONDAY) Carole Tobey 352-596-3130 HELPING HANDS Dee Raffensberger 352-600-8956 HORSESHOE CLUB Ed Dunham 207-319-5227 JINGLES Allan Blair 352-515-1765 LADIES OF BROOKRIDGE Rosemary Basteri 352-200-5697 LET'S PAINT Sharon Baines 717-818-4728 LINE DANCE LESSONS Rhonda Skaggs 937-626-2537 MAHJONGG Linda Eakley 239-398-4192 MEXICAN DOMINOES Allan Blair 352-515-1765 MUSIC AIRES Margie Ellison 330-819-5076 NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE - FALL Nancy Lechiara 352-345-3468 NEW TESTAMENT DISCUSSION GROUP Joseph Swartz 330-559-3882 PICKLEBALL Nancy Lecharia 352-345-3468 PINOCHLE Bill Vanliew 352-293-3430 POKER TEXAS HOLD”EM Chuck Harding 352-842-4740 PRAYER MEETING Pastor Phoebe Hamar 352-701-0044 SEW-SO QUILTERS Millie Singleton 352-597-1866 SHUFFLEBOARD Debra Burns 980-613-0395 SOCIAL DANCE Patty Cummings (Tickets) 317-440-6586 David Gianneschi 773-419-2171 SOCIAL HOUR Ike Vodry 586-557-5608 TENNIS CLUB Linda Rogers 352-513-8879 UNO Kay Aharrah 814-881-3133 WATER AEROBICS Becky Cornwell 269-580-7848 WEDNESDAY NIGHT JAMMERS Wayne Barcomb 352-428-0100 WEIGHT CONTROL CLASS Alice Yost 352-596-4469

ACC (ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE) Harry Calderbank 352-596-0696 AVRC (APPEAL VIOLATION REVIEW COMMITTEE) Dave Fagan 813-503-0164 BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE Carolyn Brimm 618-697-6675 RV COMPOUND COMMITTEE Gil Lanctot 352-835-2177 SOCIAL COMMITTEE Debra Burns 980-613-0395 UNIT REPRESENTATIVES Linda Toporski 810-287-8015 VETERANS COMMITTEE Gil Lanctot 352-835-2177 Every organization welcomes new members!

If you are not already active, call some that interest you Updated 2-14-23 PAGE 7

Please mark your calendars for March 19, 2023 for the Beautification Committee's Games & Card Party.

This event is our biggest fund-raiser that helps us pay for replacing plants, mulch, fertilizer, holiday decorations, etc. For those of you who aren't aware, we have a luncheon with sub sandwiches, chips, drinks, and Strawberry Shortcake!

There will be a Chinese Auction, raffles, door prizes, and lots of card and game playing. Tickets are $15.

See Carole Tobey or Barb Hardy for tickets.

Since the weather is warming up, you will likely see committee members, wearing bright green vests, out on the medians more often. When you see us, please use extra caution while driving on the Boulevard and Brookridge Central. Slow down, and move over when possible. Thank you!

We always welcome new volunteers, especially those who have a love for gardening, knowledge of Florida plants and landscaping, or those who would just like something more to do. If you have any questions or suggestions, please call Jim Snyder, Chairman, at 352-596-1804.

Monthly meetings are the 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:00 a.m., at the Clubhouse.

Monetary Donations can be made by check payable to BCPO with “Beautification Committee” noted in the memo section of the check and deliver it to the Administration Office, or give it to any of the members of the committee.

BROOKRIDGE BEAUTIFICATION GAMES & CARD PARTY

SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

LUNCH, DESSERT & DRINKS OUR EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

DONATION $15.00 CHINESE AUCTION & RAFFLE For Tickets or More Info Call: Barb Hardy 352-515-1050 Carole Tobey 352-596-3130 PAGE 8

REPUBLIC SERVICES NEED HELP WITH THE BLUE 65 GALLON GARBAGE CANS? Call Republic/County Waste Services at (352) 754-4112 to find out if you qualify for “DOOR SERVICE” In order to qualify, you need to have a handicap auto tag or placard for your car if you drive; or a doctor's note stating that you require door service for your trash pickup.

When you call, have your information available, such as handicap placard number and expiration date. ***This service is only for residents that are physically unable to handle the large trash containers and is a valuable service to our residents.

BLOOD DRIVE MARCH 29th

Mexican Restaurant, Inc.

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

BUS WILL BE IN THE PARKING LOT.

Help SAVE a life!!!

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“PRESIDENT REPORT” BY: Anna Webster February 2023 I hope you all survived the cold weather we had and hopefully we are on our way to some nicer weather. It has been a busy time for Brookridge. Greg Schubert and John Lukeivic retired from Code Enforcement. Our thanks and best wishes go out to them as they move into another faze of their lives.

The gates are now completely operable. Please remember that there will be maintenance on this as on the other gates. DSX is now installed. Gate/Sentry is going well and will be adding more upgrades as needed. I'm sure you are all aware of the lengthy delay is getting our new software up and running. Quick/base hopefully it will be operational soon. Please remember, Rome wasn't built in a day.

We have put new speed signs at the gates so everyone entering can see them and know what our speeds are. I believe everyone can read so it should help reduce the speeding.

Thanks to Billy for his hard work.

I cannot praise the staff enough: •The Administration Staff: It goes without saying they are great people and work hard for Brookridge.

•The Club House: Thank you all. (Thanks for the coffee). Without them we would not have a clubhouse.

•Code Enforcement: They work hard to keep our community safe. They adjusted to the new Gate/Sentry without a word.

•Public Works: What would we do without them? Our community looks beautiful and three men take care of this huge property. They do a lot of repairs in-house thus saving Brookridge a lot of money.

As you are aware, this is probably my last letter to the News & Views as your President. It has not been easy to do the job I was elected for, mainly to do the best I could for Brookridge. The board I had so much hope for was disappointing. There were 5 member who had sat on boards before and, I thought, knew their obligations, but I surely was disappointed. They each had their own agendas, and it was not for Brookridge. I have been called derogatory names and criticized at private meetings. Texts were sent to me calling me names. (These were from some of the board members). I thought the residents were critical at times, but they did not compare to this board. I am ashamed that I presided over such discontent. Throughout the year there was one member I could depend on and this was his first year on a board. What happened to acting and thinking like adults?

We live in a beautiful community and residents tear it down by their words and actions.

I wish the new incoming board members success in their endeavors to continue making Brookridge a great place to live. All in all, it has been my pleasure to serve the residents as President of Brookridge. Thank you to those who supported me during my tenure as president.

Peace, love and charity.

Ann Webster

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Ladies of Brookridge

By Rosemary Basteri

Flowers are Heaven's Masterpiece Happy Spring to one and all. The “We love our veterans'” Tea went well. Thank you to all who attended. Many thanks to Teresa Glassmyer and her committees, Gil Lanctot and the Veteran's Committee, K-9 Partners for Patriots, our notable speakers, Terry Rose for his entertainment, CHS NJROTC for serving.

Thank you to the representatives from Physicians Stat Lab for providing lunch and useful info at our February meeting.

Elections are coming up, if you wish to serve on our Board of Directors or on any committee, please submit your resume to the Election Committee.

April 18th will be the last date for Tuesday Night Bingo for the summer and will resume in August-date TBA. These hard working ladies have earned a well-deserved break.

Our next meeting is March 20th at 1:00 pm.

We will elect new officers and play Bingo.

BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB

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By Loren Williams Well, I am hoping by this time we have all had a great time at the Horse Races and Community Breakfasts.

Be sure to tell your friends because we are doing them again this month. Unfortunately, we are having to raise the breakfasts cost to $8.00 due to rising food cost. I hope you will agree it is still a great price for a full meal and don't forget the fellowship with other community members.

We are beginning to have other activities throughout the month, so come check us out on the last Wednesday of each month in the Clubhouse at 3:00 pm.

Or call 352-442-6837, ask for Loren.

March 8, 2023 WEDNESDAY 5:00 pm

$10 DONATION TICKETS

SOLD AT THE DOOR Snacks and Food for purchase BROOKRIDGE MENS CLUB Night At The starting at Horse Races 6:00 pm BYOB

BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY

BREAKFAST

Sponsored by MENS CLUB Location: South Hall of Club House

Saturday, March 18, 2023 Saturday, April 8 2023 Time: 8:00 to 10:00

Donation: $8:00 Menu:

Eggs, Sausage & Gravy, Bacon, Links, Pancakes, OJ, Coffee QUESTIONS CALL 352-442-6837 AND LEAVE MESSAGE.

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Let us pause once more to remember those who have left us this past year.

In Memory of those from 2022

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ARCHITECHTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE by harry calderbank

A setback is the distance a structure must be from the edge of a lot. Brookridge governing documents stipulate nothing shall be constructed within a front setback (address side) of 20 feet and side setbacks of 10 feet. Corner lots shall have a side setback of 12 feet on the street facing side.

Lots which are 100 feet or less deep shall have a rear setback of 12 feet; those lots greater than 100 feet deep shall have a rear setback of 18 feet except for lots between Scepter Ave and Grove Rd. which are 125 feet or more deep. Those lots have a rear setback requirement of 35 feet.

Driveways and parking pads are not considered to be construction and are therefore not required to meet setback criteria. There are, however, utility easements for water, electric, telephone, cable, etc. and if access to the easement is necessary it is the responsibility of the homeowner for all replacement or restoration costs. This may impact decisions regarding expansion of driveways or parking pads.

Code Enforcement officers are available during normal office hours for help in completing ACC applications. or you may contact me at harrycalderbank@tampabay.rr.com for information regarding your applications.

Please indicate ACC Questions in the subject line.

And remember…DISPLAY THE “B”!

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Dan Farnsworth *BROOKRIDGE RESIDENT* PAGE 14

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• Driveways • Pool Decks • Garages • Patios Carports • • Walks Custom Colors & Designs Paint & River Rock Removal

352-683-7492 800-741-DANS

CODE ENFORCEMENT SECURITY REPORT Security and Code Enforcement field questions on a wide variety of problems and concerns on a daily basis. One question we get most often is issues with trash or recycling pick-up, specifically late or missed pick-ups.

Every property owner pays a small fee to Hernando County for garbage service.

Hernando County has contracted with Republic Services for trash and recycling throughout the county.

Republic Services strives to do their best on a daily basis but unfortunately problems do arise.

Brookridge does not get notified of contingency plans put in place by Republic Services. If you have questions regarding late or missed garbage pick-up, please call Republic Services directly at 1-727-868-2566.

Security/Code Enforcement is available 24 hours a day to assist the residents of Brookridge and knowing who to call is half the battle.

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Car Service

Airports - Doctors - Call For Pricing.

Catering-All Occasion's

Party's, Dinner's

Prevent Home Fires

Have Your Dryer Vent Cleaned Out!!

Joe 352-238-7500 ***Brookridge Resident***

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BROOKRIDGE BROOKRIDGE CERT The March meeting is Wednesday the first at 10 a.m. in clubhouse room D. Our meeting will review and revise this year's plans for recruitment.

Brookridge CERT needs YOU!

The Veteran's Committee meeting will be on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 10:00 am in the South Hall of the Clubhouse.

We will have a guest speaker for the GUARDIAN PROGRAM, to explain the Veterans Benefits.

This will be very interesting and informative.

All are invited to attend.

We want you to join our Brookridge CERT team of volunteers.

Training, materials, and supplies are free to volunteers. Training includes lessons in preparation, survival, and rescue techniques in crisis situations. We learn to take care of ourselves first, family next, and then our neighbours and community.

For more information, contact Gil Lanctot, Chairman at 352-835-2177 or Gillanctot@yahoo.com

Each year we have enjoyed relatively safe weather. We need to make sure we are prepared in case of the worst. CERT prepares us for other situations as well. Remember that disasters come from many different sources.

Get prepared, join CERT now.

Stephanie’s Painting INC We add color to your life

Contact information: E-mail Bill at WWHarLin@aol.com, or leave a message at (352) 293-4647.

Andy Alvarez Contractor CC# 13-P-17767-X

Thanks for all your community support!

REMEMBER: Always if you have an emergency call 911.

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Brooksville, FL 34613 *Brookridge Resident* PAGE 15

A CHILD'S VIEW OF RETIREMENT IN A MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY After Christmas break, the teacher asked her small pupils how they spent their holidays.

One small boy's reply went like this: We always spend Christmas with Grandma and Grandpa. They used to live up here in a big brick house, but Grandpa got retarded and they moved to Florida.

They live in a place with a lot of retarded people. They live in tin huts. They ride big three-wheeled tricycles. They go to a big building the call a wrecked hall, it is fixed now. They play games there and do exercise, but they don't do them very good.

There is a swimming pool and they go to itand just stand in the water with their hats on. I guess they don't know how to swim. My Grandma used to bake cookies and stuff, but I guess she forgot how. Nobody cooks-they all go to fast food restaurants.

As you come into the community, there is a doll house with a man sitting in it. He watches all day, so they can't get out without him seeing them. They wear badges with their names on them, I guess they don't know who they are.

My Grandmas says Grandpa worked hard all his life and earned his retardment. I wish they would move back home, but I guess the man in the dollhouse won't let them out.

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LAS VEGAS NEVADA

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Brookridge Entertainment Brookridge Entertainment brings to the stage on March 9th A celebration of the biggest hits by the greatest divas in music history!

THREE VOICES - 4 DECADES

Three female singers with powerhouse voices sing the biggest hits of the greatest divas in music history.

This vibrant show spans four decades.

Aretha Franklin, Carole King, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Cher, Dolly Parton, Donna Summer, Abba, and more!

Members of the group all starred in shows in Las Vegas.

March 9, 2023

We will be starting our renewals for the next season in February & March.

You will receive an email with the renewal form around the first of the month.

What a great line up we have for the 2023/2024 season.

Tributes to Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Elton John and more!

We Service All Makes And Models

Financing Available With Approved Credit

JR

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DOUG GABRIEL PAGE 20

MIKE MARINO

DUELING PIANOS

ALL STARS ENTERTAINMENT

by Sandy Lewis

MONDAY NITE – ALLSTARS ENTERTAINMENT 2023 – 2024 Season The new shows have been booked!!!

$ TICKETS $ New season tickets available NOW. Per seat charge $7 7 shows - $49, 6 shows - $42.00, 5 shows - $35.00 a seat Tickets are always available at the door for $12 each. Table or row seating.

March 6th we are trying something different. Come ready to laugh!

Our show will be an “ALLSTAR COMEDY NIGHT” featuring: MIKE MARINO & LARRY LARKIN

Our Final Show of this season will be DUELING PIANOS Sandy Lewis – Ticketmaster - 607-745-3670 14404 Midfield Street - Brooksville FL 34613

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October 1, 2022 November 5, 2022 December 3, 2022

Harvest Festival

Thanking Our Veterans

Tis The Season

December 31, 2022 SOCIAL DANCE February 4, 2023

2022 - 2023

SEASON For Information Call

Happy New Year!

Patty Cummings 317-440-6586

Mardi Gras

March 4, 2023

April 1, 2023

May 6, 2023

Luck of the Irish

Spring Fling

Hats Off To The Ladies

June 3, 2023

August 5, 2023

September 2, 2023

Night in the Tropics

Carnival

Sock Hop

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SOCIAL DANCE

by Patty Cummings

by Linda Hartman

Our “Luck of the Irish”dance will be held March 4th from 7 to 10 pm. at the Brookridge Clubhouse, 8150 Hampton St. in Brooksville.

Mark Raisch will be performing with dance music from the 50's to the 80's.

Casual Dress, BYOB – Coffee provided.

The 2023-2024 Season Dance Tickets will be going on sale in March, so be sure and pick-up the form to reserve your season tickets.

We do have a modified season ticket package for snowbirds.

The next Line Dance Social will be on March 11th, 2023.

Our Line Dance Social is on the second Saturday from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.

Bring your own snack and beverage.

Casual attire. No open back sandals.

All area Dancers are invited.

Tickets are $5.00.

No lessons, but instructors are on the floor if help is needed.

For information call Rhonda Skaggs 937-626-2537

Our “Spring Fling” dance will be held April 1st with “Happy Days” performing.

Tickets will be available at the door for $7 each.

Please call to reserve your seats, limited availability.

Any questions please contact Patty 317-440-6586 or brookridgesocialdance1@gmail.com.

FINAL TOUCH TOUCH FINAL

Hope to see you there!

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Residents, The demand for the F.I.S.H. Group has dwindled.

Currently, we are NOT collecting any food products.

Thanks, you to all that gave so generously.

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RV

COMPOUND

by Gil Lanctot , Chairman

FOR BROOKRIDGE WATERING DAYS FOR BROOKRIDGE GO BY THE LAST NUMBER OF YOUR HOME ADDRESS. MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

FRIDAY

0 or 1

2 or 3

4 or 5

8 or 9

6 or 7

ONLY WATER BEFORE 8:00 AM OR AFTER 6:00 PM. Hand-watering and micro-irrigation (drip irrigation) of non-lawn landscape (such as flowerbeds, vegetable gardens, etc.) may be done any day and time as necessary.

The RV Compound walkthrough will be Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 10:00 am.

Thank you to all that came to Annual Meeting.

It was very productive and informative for all.

For information or questions, please contact Gil Lanctot, Chairman 352-835-2177 gillanctot@yahoo.com

You may water new plant material, including sod for up to 60 days after the plants are installed.

For more information contact: Southwest Florida Water Management District 800-848-0499 or 800-423-1476, ext. 4498 www.WaterMatters.org Hernando County Utilities Department 352-754-4037 www.HernandoCounty.us

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Please follow the watering restrictions.

Water only on the days you are allowed and only within the times allowed.

Citations and fines for violating restrictions do not require notice.

For citation and fine information (or to report water violations) contact Hernando Co. Code Enforcement at 352-754-4056.

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10am B&S Church 12pm Painting W/ Brenda

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9am BOD Workshop (All Residents Welcome)

5:30pm Tuesday BINGO

5pm Men’s Club Horse Races

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9am ACC Meeting 9am Ladies 18 Hole League MTG

9am Unit Rep Meeting

7pm BCCGA BOD MTG (PRO-SHOP)

5:30pm Tuesday BINGO

7pm Annual BCPO Members MTG

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10am B&S Church

11am Veterans Committee

11am Beautification Card Party 12pm Painting W/ Brenda

12pm Ladies of Brookridge MTG

SET YOUR CLOCKS FORWARD 1 HOUR

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10am B&S Church

9am ACC Meeting

6pm Ryder Cup Dinner

2pm Friday Nite Bingo Meeting

5:30pm Tuesday BINGO

3pm Music Aires Concert

6pm Brookridge Singles

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12pm BINGO Volunteer Luncheon 6:55pm All Star Ent

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10am RV Compound Walk-Thru

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5pm FRI NITE BINGO

6:00 pm Line Dance Social

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CRIBBAGE 6PM SU

7pm Social Dance

INDOOR ACTIVITIES

5pm FRI NITE BINGO

DEALERS CHOICE 9:30AM SU EZ DOES IT EXERCISE 8:30AM M / W / F HAND & FOOT 12PM M HELPING HANDS 9AM TH JINGLES 6:15PM TH LET’S PAINT 10AM (1ST)W LINE DANCE LESSONS 10:30AM TU / 10:00AM TH MAHJONGG 1PM M

7am Men’s Club Community Breakfast

MEXICAN TRAIN 12PM F

2pm Dream Team

MUSIC AIRES COMBO 1PM W NEW TESTAMENT DISCUSSION 6:30 PM TH PAINT WITH BRENDA 12PM

MUSIC AIRES 1PM TU

5pm FRI NITE BINGO

(2ND & 4TH SUNDAY)

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PINOCHLE 1PM TU / TH / SA POKER 5PM M/TU / 12PM TH SOCIAL HOUR 6PM-9PM (1ST, 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAYS) WED. NIGHT JAMMERS 6:30PM W

5pm FRI NITE BINGO

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

WEIGHT CONTROL 9AM M BOCCI 1PM W HORSESHOE 9AM TU PICKLE BALL 10AM M - F 2PM SU SHUFFLEBOARD 2:00PM SU/ TU / TH TENNIS 8AM M / TU / W / TH / F / SA WATER AEROBICS 8:15AM TU / W

Brookridge Country Club Golf Association

The Brookridge Country Club Golf Associa on, Inc. also maintains a full driving range; prac ce facili es, snack shop with full liquor bar, and offers a computerized handicap program.

BCCGA BOD Meeting is Monday, February 13th at 7pm in the Pro Shop

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MENS 9 HOLE GOLF LEAGUE

Kings & Queens FUN GOLF

by Erv Alber

Our league plays "Fun Golf" year-round.

Golfers of all levels are invited.

New members are always welcome.

by Erv Alber

"Kings & Queens" play on Mondays at 2:00 pm, please be at the club by 1:30 pm.

Kings & Queens are a group of couples that play 9 holes of golf Monday afternoons - alternate shot format for the twosome. If you don't have a male/female partner, you may play as two ladies or two gents. If you haven't played yet, it might be a great way to meet your fellow golfers.

This is a fun group. I'm sure you will enjoy it, but don't be too serious, as it is meant to be fun while enjoying our golf course.

Newcomers are always welcome.

The cost to play is $1.00 per couple.

All money is returned to the winners.

It is not necessary to sign up any day, just come to the club ready to play golf.

Looking forward to seeing you Monday afternoons!

GAMES: Mon. Wed. Fri. 10 am - Noon Sun. 2:00 pm BEGINNER CLASSES: Tues. & Thurs. 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

OPEN TO ALL LEVELS Volunteer Instructors Needed

Our priority is having fun - most of our members are playing from the red or silver tees this year.

Come out & enjoy the course with us.

Due to Covid-19 we will not exchange money or score cards this year.

We'll continue playing "Fun Golf".

There will be no dues to join & play.

No weekly payouts or points.

We tee off at 8:00 AM every Monday.

Please meet in the parking lot at 7:30 am and form into groups around 7:45 am.

SHUFFLEBOARD

by Debby Burns March is a perfect month for shuffleboarding.

Everyone is welcome to come out and play.

It's a fun game with the extra benefit of getting easy exercise in the fresh air.

Play begins @ 2pm on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.

We will play if the temp is between 55 and 87 degrees.

Many thanks to Sue Bloom and Mark Whitley for stepping in to keep things running smoothly.

See you on the courts!!!

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CRIME WATCH

by Bey Roberts OUR MOTTO: LOCK IT OR LOSE IT Meeting will be held Wednesday March 1, 2023 We will meet in Room C at 9:00 am.

We have a great community here and we need to keep it that way.

Please be aware of your surroundings.

If you SEE something SAY SOMETHING. Keep your golf carts locked when not in use especially at night.

When anything on your property is stolen, please report it to the Sheriff's Department.

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Please join us on Friday mornings at 10:00 am in Room D of the Clubhouse for a non-denominational study in God's Word.

We have a pastor from a local church who leads the Bible Study.

If you are unable to meet with us in person, you can join us via Zoom.

Our contact person is Judy Schmalz at 727-389-2731.

We are a friendly group and hope you can come.

Join us at the Clubhouse room C Wednesday Evenings 6:00 to 7:00pm to learn who loves you and wants to give you all you need (and more). Come and change your future.

Learn what is needed to forgive you of past sins.

Total forgiveness is available!

The time is nearing for our current dispensation to close! Understand that once the dispensation of God's grace is finished the opportunity of living eternally with God may be gone forever.

What is that you ask? Come and learn about the best love ever.

Exodus 34:6-7 God “passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, 'The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin'”

Words to know: Ephesians 2:4-7 (KJV) “But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love where with he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.”.

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Prayer Meeting The Bible says in Second Timothy 3:1: But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come."

If you look at the world, we can see that perilous times are here.

Psalm 92:13-14 says: "Those who are planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our GOD. They shall still bear fruit in old age; they shall be fresh and flourishing."

Brooks & Springs Church has a Prayer Meeting every Thursday evening at 6:00 pm, in Room D. Everyone is welcome to join us in praying for our country, our state, our county, and our community.

Pastors Ben & Phoebe Hamar invite you to the church service at the clubhouse each Sunday morning at 10:00 am, for a time of praise, worship and an anointed message from the WORD OF GOD.

I know that the LORD is speaking to each of us to do our part. Prayer changes things.

Join us each Thursday evening.

In Isaiah 43:19, God says HE will do a "new thing..." Come join us and find out what GOD is doing. Hope to see you there.

For more information, contact Ben or Phoebe at 352-701-0044

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Where we check our egos and politics at the door and explore Christianity straight from the scriptures endeavoring for God's Spirit to lead and each of us to grow in our understanding of God's truth.

We will begin our weekly journey together on Thursdays at 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm in Room E by studying through the Book of Romans.

For more info or if you have questions, call me Joe Swartz anytime at 330-559-3882.

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VETERAN INFORMATION

by Gil Lanctot - Chair We hope to assist in procuring your Veterans Benefits.

LOCAL RESOURCES: Brooksville V.A. Outpatient Clinic 14540 Cortez Blvd. STE 108 Brooksville, FL 34613 Phone: 800-716-8287 Local: 352-597-8287 Fax: 352-597-7060 LOCAL VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE: Phone: 352-754-4033 VETERAN INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE LIBRARY

WALL OF HONOR

Located in the Clubhouse, the wall is for pictures of residents and family members that served or are serving in our military.

Please stop by the Clubhouse and honor those men and women.

If you or a family member served or are serving now, and you would want to have a place of honor please submit a photo with name, rank, branch of service and dates of service to Mike Green at the Clubhouse.

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SERVICES AVAILABLE: Quick Reference Guide (Phone numbers) Applications to procure service records Applications for medical care benefits BROOKRIDGE RESIDENTS THAT ARE WORKING FOR OUR VETERANS: Gil Lanctot, Chairman 352-835-2177(Veteran) Paul Beauchense (Veteran) Gregg Ressler (Veteran) Steve Basteri Veteran) Sally and Bill Litchfield (Veteran) Thomas Freyman (Volunteer) Rosemary Basteri (Liaison)

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If you would like to help in this project, You can buy stamps or donate cash, save the stamps from mail that you receive (Just cut the stamp off the envelope), and bring them to the Clubhouse where there is a container on a cart in the South Hall.

They are sent in during the month January.

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BUNCO

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HAND & FOOT - MONDAY

by Carol Tobey Hand & Foot Monday at 12:00 pm in Room E. We will play each Monday afternoon.

Come join us!!

CERAMICS

BY Sue Taylor The ceramic class in Brookridge is open to all residents and neighbors. We have men and women joining and it is a great class for beginners. The beginners are doing some great pieces. I really don't call them beginner's after they finish their first piece.

Everyone enjoys what they are doing, and we all have a great time.

Classes are Fridays & Saturdays from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm you can come & go any time within those hours. There is a fee to join, but that includes all paints, brushes, glazes, sealers, coffee, water, snacks.

We now are starting to do painting that has to be fired.

Wait until you see the beautiful pieces when they are finished. You can contact me and please leave a message if I don't answer at 352-340-9622.

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I know there are a lot of new neighbors in Brookridge looking to meet new friends.

We have fun and lots of laughs!

Please join us on the second Wednesday of the month.

We meet at 1:00 pm in room E. Bunco is a dice game.

Bring $3.50 to play.

Hope to see you soon!

For more questions and to sign up, please give me a call at 207-251-5896

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by Gary Thomas We will get together at the clubhouse at 6 p.m. on our regular dates, March 12 and March 26.

Evening activities will be sent to members by email.

Our monthly luncheon will be at Perkins Restaurant on Commercial Drive on Monday, March 27.

We will meet there at 1 p.m.

We bowl every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Strike City. You don't have to be good to bowl with us. In fact, it's best if you aren't.

Just plan to have fun.

The Singles Club is open to all single residents of Brookridge. If you have any questions or comments, call Debby Burns at 980-613-0395.

JINGLES Jingles is the sound of coins put in a cup.

Come join us the lst, 3rd, and 4th Thurs. in the South Hall.

Bring a deck of cards. The first card will be drawn at 6:15 pm.

We play 16 games for 25 cents each.

Snacks and drinks are OK, just clean up when you leave.

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March meetings will be March 8th & March 22nd.

Meetings are held in the south end of the main hall of the clubhouse.

All levels of writers-from novice to professional are welcome to join us. Whether you write non-faction essays, poems, fiction-short stories or novels, memoir or biography, we want to hear your work.

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TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO

by Anna Webster & Patrona Turman

Tuesday Evening Bingo is going strong—we welcome all Brookridge residents and their guests.

Product sales start at 4:30 pm, early Bird at 5:00 pm and regular bingo at 5:30 pm.

Bring your snacks, smiles and daubers for a great evening of fun!!

Thank you for the continued support.

For more information, call Anna Webster at 352-592-6432 or Patrona Turman at 352-610-4292.

FRIDAY NITE BINGO

by Jackie Bolt

Don't Forget, We will be having a Volunteer Luncheon on March 8.

We are no longer selling sandwiches, salads and such at bingo, so you must bring your own dinner.

We are selling soda, chips, candy and donuts.

If at some time we can get someone to run the kitchen, then we will begin selling more items.

As always, we can always use more volunteers whether it be for the floor or as a caller, or the tables.

The more the better, then your work time is maybe only 1 time every 4 to 5 weeks. So, hopefully you will consider it. You can speak to anyone on a Friday night about any position.

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DREAM TEAM

by Jerry Goedert

COUNTRY MUSIC π 50'S AND 60'S VARIETY MUSIC This months meeting will be March 18 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm BROOKRIDGE BALLROOM Bring a friend, snacks and drinks.

If you play an Instrument or sing, feel free to do so.

You also might want to dance.

Looking forward to seeing you.

NO CHARGE! Just come and have some fun!

DON'T MISS OUT!!!

For more info call Jerry Goedert 616-457-1075

Exp.12/31/2023

by Rosemary Basteri We are so looking forward to seeing everyone at our Spring Concert!

It will be on SUNDAY, MARCH 19TH at 3pm at the clubhouse.

Our theme is Music is Inspirational!

We have songs that will fill your heart with joy and happiness. Some new songs and some old favorites. For cookie enthusiasts, we wanted to let you know we will be serving cookies after the concert!

As a bonus, the Music Aires Combo will be doing a special recital on March 22 at 1:30 pm in Room C at the clubhouse.

We will be showcasing our members doing some of their favorite pieces.

This is a special treat that we know you will enjoy! As always everyone who likes to sing is invited to come to our practices on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm in Classroom C. Do you enjoy hearing the Music Aires Combo play during our concerts?

Well, you are in luck!!

We will be giving a Recital in Room C at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

All kinds of music from Gershwin to Folk to Sacred. The instruments being played will be piano, violin, cello, Flute and Dulcimer. Come enjoy!!

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EXERCISE GROUP

by Linda Hartman

Having weak abdominal muscles can affect much more than how you look in the mirror. They are a common cause of lower back pain and poor posture.

Your abdominals work in conjunction with your back muscles when bending, lifting, or straightening.

Lack of strength in these areas means more pressure on your ligaments and spinal bones. Strengthening those muscles can help you be steadier on your feet and lessen your risk of falling. Regular exercise can make the muscles stronger.

Our class is for Brookridge residents and their houseguests (Sorry, no children). The cost is fifty cents per class and the first class is free!

Class starts at 8:30am and runs to 9:30am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Classes start with low impact aerobics followed by stretch and tone; weights; and either mats or chairs. Weights & mats are available if you don't have your own. Come have fun with us! If you have any questions, please call our leader, Karen Keaton 352-592-9737.

by Alice Yost “Getting rid of excess Weight” is not an easy task.

Instead of “Losing” weight, we like to “get rid of it”. We don't want it back!

We all have bad day, but with the support of our fellow weight control members, it does make it easier and we DO need the support of each other.

Come join us on Monday mornings at 9:00 am. Everyone is welcome!!

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Helping Hands

by Marge Roloff

We want to Thank everyone for coming out and supporting our Pancake Breakfast.

We greatly appreciate it.

We are a non- profit sewing group supporting many local charities and our community.

We happily accept fabric donations, cotton, flannel, and fleece. We also accept batting for quilts. Also accept gently used sheets and pillow cases.

Helping Hands meet every Thursday from 9am - 11:30 am in room D at the clubhouse.

We supply everything you need to make our projects.

JANUARY DELIVERIES: 8 Fidget aprons Forrest Oaks Senior center 10 Lap blankets Noble Senior Center 7 Blankets Fostering Hope 9 Sheets and 9 pair of socks The Life Center 100 Stars to DAR 13 Blankets County Line Cancer Center

CRAFTY STITCHERS A CHANGE IN DAY AND TIMES. We meet every Wednesday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm in Room D. Come and join the fun and share your ideas with your neighbors.

We are looking for new quilters, sewers or crafters to join our group. Lots of tables to spread out and work on a project or even bring your sewing machine.

Great if you have limited space at home.

Share with like-minded friends and no dues.

PS: Bring a sack lunch to enjoy with friends.

If you have any fabric, quilting or craft related materials you would like to donate, drop them by any Wednesday (please only if we are there).

For information, please contact our President Flo Dunham at 207-841-0262; she will be glad to answer any questions.

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by Linda Hartman Line Dance Lessons are open to residents of Brookridge and non-residents.

All are welcome. Come join us.

Cher Mason's Improver/Intermediate class is on Tuesdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Cost is $6.00.

Lynn Ingram's Beginner/Improver class is on Thursdays from 10:00am to 11:30am.

Cost is $5.00. The first 45 minutes are Beginner Dances followed by a 5 minute break and 40 minutes of Improver dances.

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The Line Dance Social is on March 11th, 2023 from 6.30pm to 10:00pm.

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