November 2022

NOVEMBER 2022 THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS

2023 Proposed Budget .............pgs 11, 12, 13, 14,15 2023 Proposed Amendments...................pgs 16,17 Architectural Control Committee....................pg 21 Beautification.........................................................pg 22 BINGO........................................................................pg 51 Board Of Directors.................................................pg 4 BOD Meeting Minutes.....................................pgs 8,9 Brookridge Singles..............................................pg 56 (Centerfold) Calendar............................................................pgs 30,31 Call for Candidates...............................................pg 18 Captain’s Report....................................................pg 21 CERT..........................................................................pg 25 Classifieds...............................................................pg 53 Clubhouse & Office News....................................pg 6 Clubs & Committees Contacts .........................pg 7 Entertainment..........pgs 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 53 Holiday Events................................pgs 24, 26, 28,29 Important Numbers...............................................pg 3 Ladies of Brookridge..........................................pg 22 Memorial...................................................................pg 18 Mens Club................................................................pg 22 N&V Guidelines........................................................pg 3 Poem.........................................................................pg 49 President’s Report..................................................pg 9 Religion....................................................................pg 43 RV Compound.......................................................pg 20 Sports................................................................pgs 38,41 Treasurer’s Report................................................pg 10 Water Restrictions...............................................pg 20 Veterans...........................................................pgs 26,27

1 BCPO BOD Workshop...............................9:00 am (Also the 8 , 22 , 29 ) 1 Tuesday Night Bingo.................................5:30 pm 2 Brookridge Crimewatch..........................9:00 am 2 CERT..............................................................10:00 am 3 Beautification Committee Mtg............10:00 am (Also the 18 ,25 ) 4 Friday Nite Bingo.......................................5:30 pm 5 Social Dance................................................7:00 pm 7 Veterans Committee Meeting...............11:00 am 7 All Stars Entertainment............................6:55 pm 8 Unit Reps Meeting.....................................9:00 am 10 Brookridge Entertainment......................7:00 pm 11 Veterans Committee Meeting................9:00 am 12 AARP Safe Driving Class........................10:00 am 13 Brookridge Singles.....................................6:00 pm 14 ACC Meeting................................................9:00 am 15 Amendments & Budget Voting.............8:00 am 16 RV Compound Walk-Thru.......................10:00am 16 BCPO BOD Meeting..................................7:00 pm 17 AVRC Meeting..............................................9:00 am 17 Free Drive-Thru COVID Testing.............9:00 am 19 Brookridge Fall Festival..........................10:00 am 21 Ladies Of Brookridge Meeting...............1:00 pm 21 Gospel Jubilee.............................................6:00 pm 21 BCCGA BOD Meeting (Pro Shop)........7:00 pm 27 Annual Christmas Tree Lighting..........2:00 pm 27 Brookridge Singles....................................6:00 pm 28 ACC Meeting...............................................9:00 am 30 Blood Mobile.............................................10:00 am th

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NOVEMBER 11 TH VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION 9AM - NOON NOVEMBER 15 TH AMENDMENT & BUDGET VOTE 10AM @ CLUB HOUSE NOVEMBER 17 TH COVID TESTING 9AM - 11AM CLUBHOUSE DRIVE-THRU NOVEMBER 19 TH FALL FESTIVAL 10AM @ CLUB HOUSE AREA NOVEMBER 29 TH BLOOD MOBILE 10AM - 2 PM CLUBHOUSE PARKING LOT

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BCPO BOARD OF DIRECTORS & COMMITTEES NAME Anna Webster Kenneth Duncan Jerry Foster Gail Metcalf Rosemary Basteri Leo Benoit

POSITION

TERM

COMMITTEE LIASONS

President

2025 2025 2024 2023 2023 2025

AVRC, Election, Nominating, Personnel ACC RV Compound

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1 Vice President 2nd Vice President Secretary Treasurer Director

Unit Representatives Beautification, Finance, Mem. & Vet.Day

UNIT REPRESENTATIVES UNIT

NAME

1 1 2 2 3 3

PHONE

352-596-2973 Peggy Christie 860-608-5259 Susan Fiegel-Rapp 352-667-9191 Sandy Komst Trudy Johnson, Co-Chair 864-923-6367 Mary Smith

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 2022 MEETINGS JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

•Tuesday, 4th •Wednesday, 19th Meet The Candidates

•Tuesday, 1st •Wednesday, 16th

•Tuesday, 1st •Wednesday, 16th Annual Meeting Organizational Meeting

•Tuesday, 5th •Wednesday, 20th

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

•Tuesday, 3rd •Wednesday, 18th

•Tuesday, 7th •Wednesday, 22nd

•Wednesday, 20th

•Tuesday, 2nd •Wednesday, 17th

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

•Tuesday, 6th •Wednesday, 21st

•Tuesday, 4th •Wednesday, 19th

•Tuesday, 1st •Wednesday, 16th Budget Outcome

•Tuesday, 6th

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 Broadcast on Spectrum CCTV digital 732 / Rebroadcast on Brookridge.com/Youtube.com ALL BROOKRIDGE RESIDENTS WELCOME PAGE 4

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BLOOD MOBILE November 29, 2022 from 10:00 am – 2pm | Located in the Clubhouse Parking Lot.

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BROOKRIDGE CLUBS & COMMITTEES AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Marge Lingor ALL STAR'S ENTERTAINMENT Sandy Lewis AQUA EXERCISE. Kathy Hershey ASTRONOMY CLUB David Bahr BIBLE STUDY GROUP Judy Schmalz BINGO – FRIDAY NITE Ellie Colasanti BINGO- TUESDAY NIGHT Anna Webster BOCCI CLUB

352-678-1533 607-745-3670 352-515-7233 352-610-0464 727-389-2731 352-592-5249 352-592-6432

BRIDGE- LESSON/PLAY Ron Butz 920-266-5978 BROOKRIDGE CRIME WATCH Betty Roberts 352-592-5181 BROOKRIDGE ENTERTAINMENT Dick Theriault 352-597-8816 BROOKRIDGE SINGLES Gary Thomas 217-652-3080 BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB Dave Fagan 813-503-0164 Mike McMahon 352-589-1380 BROOKS & SPRINGS CHURCH SERVICE Ben Hamar 352-701-0044 BROOKSVILLE CREATIVE WRITERS Susan Balestrieri 352-666-0193 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 David Burr 352-596-3506 DAYTIME BUNCO Lois Buterfield 352-515-5655 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 Karen Keaton 352-592-9737 F.I.S.H Joanne Burns 352-734-6300 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 Judy Miller 231-972-4653 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 GOSPEL JUBILEE Phoebe Hamar 352-701-0044 HAND & FOOT (MONDAY) Carole Tobey 352-596-3130 HAND & FOOT (TUESDAY) Leo Benoit 352-606-2888 HELPING HANDS Mary Sweeney 352-597-2854 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 Sandy Kaliscak 352-556-3428 NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE - FALL Nancy Lechiara 352-345-3468 PICKLEBALL Viki Weaver 352-600-9105 PINOCHLE Bill Vanliew 352-293-3430 POKER TEXAS HOLD”EM Tina Woods 413-475-4939 SEW-SO QUILTERS Millie Singleton 352-597-1866 SHUFFLEBOARD Debra Burns 980-613-0395 SOCIAL DANCE Val Stratton 352-616-0242 SOCIAL HOUR Ike Vodry 586-557-5608 TENNIS CLUB Barbara James 352-606-9028 UNO Bea Yankowski 513-497-1912 WATER AEROBICS Becky Cornwell 269-580-7848 WEIGHT CONTROL CLASS Alice Yost 352-596-4469

ACC (ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE) Harry Calderbank 352-596-0696 AVRC (APPEAL VIOLATION REVIEW COMMITTEE) Pat Miller 352-596-0696 BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE Jim Snyder 352-596-1804 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 10-15-2022 PAGE 7

BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES OF WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2022 Call to Order: Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 7:03 p.m. .

Out of respect, please silence all phones & remove hats, moment of Silence & Pledge of Allegiance Proof of Notice: The agenda was posted on the Brookridge website, at the Administration office, the Clubhouse and emailed to residents on August 12, 2022 - PROOF OF NOTICE ESTABLISHED Proof of Quorum: President Webster, 2nd Vice President Foster, Secretary Metcalf, Treasurer Basteri, Directors Steckelberg and Benoit were present. 1st Vice President Duncan was excused.

PROOF OF QUORUM ESTABLISHED. Also Present: General Manager Carol Webster, Code Enforcement Captain Greg Schubert, Facilities Manager Mike Green, and Recording Secretary Arlene Ahrens. Sign in sheet shows 56 members present.

Taping Notice: Member video/audio taping meeting: 1 Approval of Minutes: Approval of July 20, 2022 – Board of Director's meeting - minutes stand as submitted.

Board Correspondence: Letter from Gil Lanctot/Veterans Committee – Motion by Metcalf, seconded by Foster to approve Marine Corps "Toys for Tots' to place drop off boxes at the Administration office and Clubhouse starting in October 2022. Discussion followed. Gil Lanctot – Unit 4 – the campaign actually begins in September. Metcalf then amended the motion to September 2022. Vote taken, all in favor (6-0).

Letter from Richard Stratton/Brookridge Social Dance – Motion by Metcalf, seconded by Foster to approve Brookridge Social Dance to host Johnny Wild on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the Clubhouse from 7 pm to 10 pm for Brookridge residents and outside guests. Also, to adjust monitor schedules to be revised to avoid overtime costs. Vote taken, all in favor (6-0) President's Report: A. Webster – there are impending changes for the property outside of Brookridge.

There will be a meeting with the developer on August 31 at 1pm at the clubhouse. Lift master should be starting the entry/exit gates in Mid-September. We will also be upgrading the bar code system. Staff training starts soon on Quickbase. The office staff is terrific. Finance committee is working hard to get the 2023 budget together.

General Managers Report: C. Webster – there will be 3 board vacancies in 2023. If you are interested in being on the Board of Directors, submit a resume to the Administration office by November 7, 2022. We are in the process of getting the new resident directory together, if you need to make updates, come in or email the Administration office. The office will be closed on Friday, August 19, from 11:45 am to 1:15 pm for an employee appreciation luncheon.

Treasurers Report: July – Basteri Unfinished Business: None New Business: Visitor Management System – Motion by A. Webster, seconded by Metcalf to approve the bid from Gate Sentry for $12,800. Lengthy discussion followed. Vote taken, all in favor (6-0) MINUTES to be Continued on page 9 PAGE 8

BROOKRIDGE COMMUNITY PROPERTY OWNERS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES OF WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022 MINUTES Continued From Page 8

Report of Directors: Metcalf – There are 2 Unit rep openings, if you are interested, submit your resume to the Administration office. Beautification committee is working very hard. A. Webster – all of the staff work very hard; we are fortunate to have them all. Thank you to Peter in Code Enforcement who took the time to find and return a lost dog.

Member Comments: Gil Lanctot – Unit 4 – RV compound chair – thank you to Code Enforcement who does an excellent job. Vivian Blair – Unit 4 – gave the board a letter about installing another entry/exit gate in the community. Larry Miller – Unit 2 - concerns about the school gate. Sheila Walsh – Unit 3 – had questions about who is responsible if a vendor is speeding. Linda Walls – Unit 4 – had questions about the Balance Sheet. David Fagan – Unit 1 – He is the Vice President of the Men's club; they are a service organization. He had articles submitted to News and Views that weren't printed.

Mary Astore – Unit 6 – there are differences the monthly reports, the residents deserve accurate reports.

Jim Westbrook – Unit 2 – questions about monthly reports and CD's.

Motion by A. Webster, seconded by Benoit to adjourn, vote taken all in favor. (6-0) Meeting Adjourned at 8:18 pm Transcribed by: Arlene Ahrens Subject to approval on September 21, 2022

PRESIDENT REPORT BY: Anna Webster Gate/Sentry installation and resident input is going very well.

We have had several sessions whereby residents could come in and get help entering their information into their Gate/Sentry account.

I know many of you feel overwhelmed with the process, but we will have help-sessions for those who need help.

It is not mandatory that you enroll in Gate/Sentry if you prefer not to.

Thanks to Ken Duncan, Brenda McMahon, Mike Green, Arlene Ahrens, Sandy Kaliscak, Greg Schubert, Patrona Turman and the Admin office were on hand to help the residents at these sessions.

The new exit gates have been installed. Please note that they are slower rising and descending. Do not try to go thru following another vehicle. Let the gate do its job.

We did not have a Workshop due to Ian, the hurricane. We were so fortunate to have been out of the path of this terrible hurricane. Our hearts and prayers go out to the many lives lost and destruction of homes and businesses south of us.

The Amendment/Budget voting will be on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 beginning at 8:00 am in the Clubhouse, South Hall. Please get out and vote.

November 16, 2022 at 7:00 pm is the regular monthly Board of Directors Meeting in the Clubhouse.

Don't forget to save November 19th for our Fall Festival. Lots of fun activities, food and entertainment.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving. If you are traveling stay safe. Welcome back to our “snowbirds”.

Thank you, Ann Webster, BCPO President PAGE 9

TREASURER’S REPORT AS OF SEPTEMBER 2022 ***This report is only a summary***

Accounts for Recurring Operations Operating Account Ending Balance 1055-00

1112-00 1113-00

A/R Assessments VRC Fines Owed Liens on File

4000-00 4004-00

Assessment Income VRC Fines Other Income

$

$ $

327,693.92 66,467.52 27

$ $ $ Total Income: $

136,312.45 1,475.00 18,086.00 155,873.45

118,978.58

OPERATING EXPENSES Current Month Administration 01 Facilities 02 Public Works 03 Code Enforcement 04 Total Expenses:

$ $ $ $ $

28,298.12 27,040.17 27,262.92 43,079.46 125,680.67

YTD Budget $ $ $ $ $

271,312.48 223,237.52 179,962.51 361,125.06 1,035,637.57

Budget $ 376,650.00 $ 298,900.00 $ 239,950.00 $ 454,100.00 $ 1,369,600.00

YTD % 80% 84% 86% 89%

Accounts used for Major Repairs Reserves Deposit Year to Date $ 410,130.00

Interest Reserve Accounts Reserve Expenses Paid Out:

Month

$

-

Total Paid Out: $

-

Donated Funds Capital City 1040-06 Donations

$ Reimburse fall decorations Reimburse for Mulch

Total Paid Out: $

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$25,785.06 25.00 $81.71 $102.95

184.66

Balance $ 2,354,425.55

55 + DEED RESTRICTED COMMUNITY COUNTRY CLUB • PRIVATE GOLF COURSE

2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING

Note: Assessments may be paid in one lump sum monthly, quarterly, semi- annually or annually.

Continued On Page 12

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2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

ADMINISTRATION

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Continued On Page 13

2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

PUBLIC WORKS

Continued On Page 14

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2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

FACILITIES

CODE ENFORCEMENT

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2023 PROPOSED BUDGET & RESERVE FUNDING CONTINUED

2023 RESERVE FUNDING 2022 Starting Funds

Reserve Spreadsheet Summary

$

Minus Expenditures projected through 6/30/2022

10,481.10

2022 Ending/2023 Starting Funds $ 24,558.10

Proposed 2023 Funding $

30,000.00

$

145,438.50

$

40,700.00

Administration 3101-12 Ceilings, Accoustical Tiles & Grids, Light Fixtures Computers, Routers & Servers, Software, Floor Coverings, Carpet, Tile Furniture, AC, Walls, Windows, Doors

$

Clubhouse 3210-12 Elements Audio/Visual Equipt., Bingo, Cabinets Ceiling, Acoustical Tiles & Grids, Light Fixtures Floor Coverings, Vinyl, Wood, Tile, Folding Furniture, Kitchen EQ., Maintenance EQ, AC, Phosed Replacements (2x AC 7.5 ton 2020) Restrooms, renovation 1987 (main hall) Restrooms, renovation, Original, 2 Saunas Roof, EPDM, 1995 Walls, Metal Siding, Windows, Doors Floor Covering Epoxy - 2020

$

Clubhouse Pool & Rec Areas 3220-12 Canopies Rubber Deck, Inspections, Coatings, Partial Fence, Chanin Link (Vinyl Coated), Furniture Mechanical Equipt, Pool Pumps, Motors, Heating Pool Finish Replalcement & Tile Repairs T ennis Courts, Light Fixtures, Surface Shuffleboard, Bocce, Horseshoe Courts Pavillion, Gym

$

122,850.00

$

24,972.36

$

147,822.36

$

35,000.00

Maintenance & RV 3240-12 Storage Building Replacement Split System, A/C Fence, Metal

$

42,802.00

$

4,329.15

$

47,131.15

$

5,000.00

Maintenance 3240-12 Equipment Gator Utility Vehicle Gators 2, Phased Generator, Drainae Pumps -5 Mowers 2008 & 2012, 2015 Mower Decks, Phased Replacements - 3 (1-2020) Tractor, John Deere 3200, 2013

$

94,113.00

$

11,711.49

$

100,324.49

$

12,000.00

Security 3250-12 Entry Operators and Bar Code System, Phased Interior Renovations, Guard House Monitoring Equipment, DVR Cameras Roof Split System, A/C

$

$

85,275.53

$

10,000.00

Site Elements 3260-12 Asphalt Pavement, Repaving, Phased Concrete Curbs, Partial Replacement Irrigation System, Phased Replacement Monument, Sinage, Fence (7.775 Linear Feet) Drainage, Catch Basins, Storm Damage

$

1,185,913.00

$

343,369.95

$

1,529,282.95

$

385,000.00

Vehicles 3270-12 2007 GMC - Facilities 2018 Ford F250 - Public Works 2021 Toyota & 2022 Toyota - Security 2008 Loudon Trailer

$

81,281.00

$

29,985.06

$

82,266.06

$

10,000.00

$

(29,000.00)

$

(163,591.86) $

2,162,099.14

$

527,700.00

Total

46,077.00

2022 Funding

$

192,558.00

$

24,972.36

$

$

104,399.00

1,869,993.00

$

$

(32,000.00)

(72,091.86)

$

(5,500.00)

$

(25,000.00)

5,878.53

455,700.00

Reserve Survey Study Proposal

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Proposed Amendments Continue On Page 17 PAGE 16

Proposed Amendments Continued From Page 16

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CALL FOR CANDIDATES If you are interested in running for the Brookridge Board of Directors or Unit Representatives; please visit the Brookridge Administration Office for a Volunteer Application.

The deadline for submission to the Brookridge Administration Office is Monday, November 7, 2022 no later than 4:00 pm.

All candidates must be BCPO members and Board candidates must be year-round residents of Brookridge. Unit Representative candidates are preferred to reside full time in Brookridge.

Mildred H. Foster “Millie” 1940-2022 Mildred “Millie” age 103 of Hamburg, NY and formerly of Brooksville, FL passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2022.

Married F. Eugene Foster on September 2, 1940 and together raised 6 children.

The Fosters retired in Brookridge in 1980, enjoying boating, tennis, swimming, golf and entertaining their many friends. In 2010 the Brookridge Tennis Courts were dedicated in her honor as “The Foster-Krygowski Tennis Center”. Millie also enjoyed teaching Water Aerobics to other residents (which she developed and taught over 30 years until she was 96) at the community pool.

Brookridge was blessed to have known this Lady!!

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E G D I R K O BRO TATIVES

EN S E R P E R UNIT

By Linda Toporski

Brookridge Community Residents: The Unit Rep group is looking for two new members, due to recent resignations.

If anyone would be interested in joining our group of Neighborhood Ambassadors, we would be happy to hear from you.

The time commitment is minimal, and it's fun meeting and helping our new residents.

Please contact the Brookridge office for a brief resume. Hope to see you soon!!

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RV

COMPOUND

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

TUESDAY

0 or 1

2 or 3

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

4 or 5

6 or 7

FRIDAY

8 or 9

by Gil Lanctot , Chairman The RV Compound walk-thru will be November 16th at 10:00 am.

FYI- DO NOT USE ROUNDUP OR ANY WEEDKILLER, we need all the vegetation to stabilize the sand that we park on.

Close your propane valve while in storage.

Lock your DEADBOLTS on your door.

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.

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 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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SLOW DOWN in the compound!!

People's lives depend on it. BE SAFE For information or questions contact: Gil Lanctot, Chairman at 352-835-2177 or gillanctot@yahoo.com

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Tile & Grout Cleaning Available Car Interior Cleaning Upholstery, Floors & Mats WHOLE HOUSE UPHOLSTERY CARPET CLEANING SPECIAL CLEANING $35.00 $85.00

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ARCHITECHTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE by harry calderbank

Almost everyone is familiar with Hot Tubs and Jacuzzis, but I wonder if everyone is equally familiar with the story of how the Jacuzzi as we know it came to be. The Jacuzzi family, seven Italian brother, emigrated to California from northern Italy in the early 1900s. They established a company making laminate wood airplane propellers and agricultural pumps and enjoyed substantial success.

In the mid-1950s one of the brother sons was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and his brother, Candido, invented a submersible pump to provide hydrotherapy treatments.

Subsequent improvements have resulted in the product we know today.

Many Brookridge residents enjoy the fun and benefits of a Jacuzzi or Hot Tub at their residence. These units must be placed behind the rear plane of the home unless installed under the roof of an enclosed lanai, porch or carport. Suitable screening is required and materials such as lattice, folding panels or even live plants may be used for this purpose. There are additional requirements for a Jacuzzi of Hot Tub installation and approval from the ACC is mandatory.

As always, help with your application is available from the Code Enforcement officers or you may contact me directly at harrycalderbank@tampabay.rr.com Indicate ACC Questions in the subject line.

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By Greg Schubert With the holiday season fast approaching, I want to take an opportunity to remind everyone of a few safety tips.

When out shopping: 1. Always be aware of your surroundings and park your car in a well-lit area.

2. Never carry large amounts of cash. If you go to an ATM, do so in daytime hours.

3. Never secure valuables or expensive items in your car. Take them with you or leave them home.

4. When you return to your car, stay alert and have your keys in your hand ready to use Avoid becoming a victim at home: 1. Store gifts or wrapped presents in an area that cannot be seen from outdoors.

2. Do not advertise what gifts you have received. Destroy box labels before disposing of boxes in sealed, opaque garbage bags.

Have a safe and fun holiday season!!

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Ladies of Brookridge

By Rosemary Basteri

BROOKRIDGE MEN'S CLUB

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By Mike MacMahon

The Brookridge Fall Festival will be held on November 19th.

We are asking for volunteers to help with the Ladies of Brookridge activities: Share the Wealth, Liquor Basket Raffle, Thanksgiving Dinner Basket and the Chinese Auction.

It sounds like a lot but any help will be welcome.

The next members meeting will be on Monday, November 21st at 1:00 pm in the South Hall of the Clubhouse.

The world needs more smiles, laughter and chillaxing!!

The Brookridge Men's Club will be helping with the Fall Festival on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at the BCPO Clubhouse.

The Men's Club is planning some fun and exciting events for the end of the year and going into 2023, read the News & Views.

All men of Brookridge are invited to attend the meeting on the last Wednesday of the month on the 26th at 3:00 pm at the Pavilion.

Hope to see you there!!

The committee meets on November 3rd at 10:00 am in the Clubhouse By the time you read this article, we hope the extreme heat is behind us. It's been tough getting out there in the heat to weed, pick up cigarette butts and other trash, bur we have a great group of volunteers working hard to get it done. Please help us keep Brookridge beautiful by not littering.

Thank you to the residents who have donated the small American Flags. We always welcome more of those. They will be used for appropriate holidays. If anyone is interested in donating flags, please contact Jim Snyder or any other Beautification Committee member. Also, we always depend on monetary donations for mulch, fertilizer, weed killer, etc.

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 contact Jim Snyder, Chairman at 352-596-1804.

Meetings are held the first Thursday of the month at 10:00 am in the Clubhouse.

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

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7281 Sunshine Grove Road • Suite 110 • Brooksville, Florida 34613 -6800 (across from Bigun’s BBQ) PAGE 23

BY Rosemary Basteri

BCPO Community Fall Festival Saturday, November 19th Events start at 9:00 | Golf Scramble at 12:30 - Open to all BCPO residents and their guests!

- Food Trucks & Ice Cream Truck, Corn Hole Toss, Chinese Auction, - Golf Scramble for all residents! Putting Contest & Long Drive with a marshmallow contest - Events / Prizes / Fun! / Putting Contest - Vendor booths, popcorn, lemonade - Two Liquor basket raffles - Pro Shop also open for food and drinks!

- Entertainment at the Clubhouse & at the Pro Shop - Pro Shop & Clubhouse open to all residents and their guests.

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BROOKRIDGE

DEPARTURE & ARRIVAL SERVICE TO TAMPA & ST. PETE AND OTHER LOCATIONS RESIDENT OF BROOKRIDGE

BROOKRIDGE CERT The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday November 2nd at 10:00 am Clubhouse Room D. At this meeting we will discuss planned opportunities, weather events, and what CERT activities are in Brookridge.

JON Z.

Remember: Hurricane season remains active through November 30, 2022 stay on the alert!!

Jon Z Car & Courier Service BROOKRIDGE AREA

We dodged Hurricane Ian but that can be just one more point against the odds.

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We want you to join our Brookridge CERT team of volunteers. Training, materials, and supplies are free to volunteers. Training includes lessons of survival and rescue in crisis events.

Residents, thanks for all your community support!

We welcome new residents! Be prepared for any disastrous situation.

Have your emergency kit of first aid supplies, food, and water for seven days stocked and up to date.

REMEMBER: Always if you have an emergency call 911.

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A BIG 5-STAR RATING and THANK YOU to Jon Z. Car & Courier Service for transporting us to and from Clearwater Airport last month, we highly recommend his service.

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MARINE CORPS RESERVES

FOR CHILDREN AGES 6 MONTHS - 12 YEARS OLD

The Veterans Committee will be hosting the annual Toys for Tots boxes in Brookridge again this year.

Drop boxes will be in the Administration Office and Clubhouse.

All toys collected here will be sorted and delivered to children in Hernando County.

Last year toys were delivered to over 3,000 Hernando families.

More information to follow.

BLOOD DRIVE November 29th 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

The Veterans Committee will meet on November 7, 2022 at 11:00 am in Room E of the Clubhouse.

The agenda will update on Toys for Tots.

BUS WILL BE IN THE PARKING LOT.

Help SAVE a life!!!

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

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: 352-799-1510 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, name, branch of service and rank to the Clubhouse.

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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STAMPS FOR THE WOUNDED

Stamps for the Wounded is dedicated to providing comfort and stimulating activities for U.S. Veterans that are wounded, ill or isolated. To serve our veterans, we rely on donations of U.S. Postage stamps, and cash donations.

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.

For more information; contact Mrs. Peggy Christie at brucepeg1@hotmail.com , 352-596-2973 or SFTW at www.stampsforthewounded.org PAGE25 27 PAGE

HAPPY VETERANS DAY "The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war." – Douglas MacArthur

BCPO Clubhouse Friday, November 11th from 9AM till Noon Donuts/Coffee Doors open (8:15AM) | Hot Dogs, Chips and Pop (After Ceremony)

π Flag Raising Ceremony begins outside at 9AM π Ceremony begins inside Immediately after π Young Marines π BCPO Color Guard π Marine Corps League 708 π Tribute to Veterans

π Central High NJROTC π Music Aires π Guest Speaker's π History of Space Force

π ALL Veterans – if you have not submitted your military photo with name & rank to the big clubhouse – please do so! π There is a "Wall of Honor" and we want your photo on that wall!

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Start Getting Ready...Its Coming Sooner Than You Think...

December 14th

Brookridge Christmas Golf Cart Parade!

Hello Neighbor!

Our names are Mike and Libby. We are second genera on owners of Bigun’s Bar-B-Q. We grew up in the business. We both started working at Bigun’s 30 years ago, Libby wai ng tables and I, washing dishes, prepping food and cooking. We recently purchased the business from my parents, Tami and Dave, because we felt it was important to keep it opera ng the same way it has for the past 30 years. We’ve made some small changes but the great food and friendly service has remand the same. We hope you can stop by and say hello when you get a chance.

Featured Breakfasts

• Bigun’s Omelet - 3 egg omelet

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filled with bacon, ham, sausage, peppers, onions and cheese served with potatoes and toast $9.45 Ham and Eggs - 2 Eggs, Potatoes, Ham and Toast $6.95 Southern Benny - 2 Eggs and 2 Pat es on a split biscuit and covered in Sausage Gravy $6.95 1-1-1 Breakfast - 1 Egg, 1 Bacon and 1 pancake $4.25

Featured Lunch Sandwiches -Served with one side-

• Beef Brisket Melt - Sliced brisket, • •

grilled onions, melted cheddar on grilled sourdough $10.95 Smokehouse Cuban - Pulled pork, sliced ham, Swiss cheese, mayo, mustard and pickle on grill pressed Cuban bread $8.95 Dual Smoke - Pulled Pork and sliced brisket piled on a grilled bun and topped with our signature BBQ sauce $9.25

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9am Crimewatch

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5:30 pm Tuesday BINGO 6pm Brookridge Classy Scarlet Ladies

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11am Veterans Comm Meeting

9am Unit Rep Meeting

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10am B&S Church

9am ACC Meeting

8am Amendments & Budget Voting at the Clubhouse

8am Amendments & Budget Vote Counting 10am RV Compound Walk-Thru

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1pm Ladies of Brookridge Mtg 6pm Gospel Jubilee 7pm BCCGA BOD MTG

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10am B&S Church

9am ACC Meeting

4pm Annual Christmas Tree Lighting 6pm Brookridge Singles

10am Blood Mobile 3pm Brookridge Men’s Club Meeting

7pm Campers Club MTG

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9am Veterans Day Celebration

10am AARP Safe Driving

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7pm Social Dance

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HAND & FOOT 12PM M HELPING HANDS 9AM TH JINGLES 6:15PM TH LINE DANCE LESSONS 10:30AM TU / 9:30AM TH MAHJONGG 1PM M MEXICAN TRAIN 12PM F

10am - 3pm Fall Festival

MUSIC AIRES 1PM TU MUSIC AIRES COMBO 1PM W MUSIC JAMMERS 6:30PM W

5pm FRI NITE BINGO

PAINT WITH BRENDA 12PM (2ND & 4TH SUNDAY)

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POKER 6PM M / 6PM TU / 1PM TH

ADMIN OFFICE IS CLOSED

SOCIAL HOUR 6PM 9PM (1ST, 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAYS) UNO 12:30PM TH

5pm FRI NITE BINGO

WEIGHT CONTROL 9AM M

RECYCLED/YARD WASTE PICKUP WEDNESDAY

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

AQUA EXERCISE 9AM M / TH BOCCI 1PM W HORSESHOE 9AM TU PICKLE BALL 10AM M / W / F 7PM TH / SU SHUFFLEBOARD 1:30PM SU/ TU / TH TENNIS 8AM M / TU / W / TH / F / SA WATER AEROBICS 8:15AM TU / W

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Shows are on the second Thursday November through April.

Doors open at 6 and the shows are from 7PM till 9PM Upcoming this season we have Frankie Valli in December, Simon & Garfunkel in January, and Super Duos in April.

What a season this will be. We have a few Season Tickets available and also have general admission tickets. (352) 667-2947 Not a bad seat in the house. You can always pick up our tickets at any show.

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ALL STARS ENTERTAINMENT

by Sandy Lewis

MONDAY NITE – ALLSTARS ENTERTAINMENT 2022 – 2023 Season The new shows have been booked!!!

Season tickets are still available—choose table or row seating.

Second show November 7th staring – RON MITCHELL – MO-TOWN SOUNDS For our upcoming Christmas Show Special on December 5th - Entertainment Revue

PER PERSON PRICE 6 shows for $42 – 5 shows for $35 As always, tickets are available at the door for $12 each.

You may pick up your pre-purchased tickets or purchase new ones.

BROADWAY SHOW TUNES, COUNTRY, MO-TOWN, SOUL & INSPIRATION, COMEDY NIGHT - 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 5, 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!

Val @ 352-616-0242

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

Sports Night

Carnival

Sock Hop

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SOCIAL DANCE

by Patty Cummings

by Linda Hartman Our “Thanking Our Veterans” dance will be held Nov. 5th from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Brookridge Clubhouse.

“At Large” will be performing with dance music from the 50's to the 80's.

Casual Dress, BYOB – Coffee and Ice provided, bring your own snacks.

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

Be sure and get your new season ticket package for 2023 on sale now with varied plans for snowbirds available. Please call to reserve your seats in advance, limited availability.

Our December “Tis the Season” dance will be on Dec. 3rd featuring “Angelo”.

Any questions please contact Val at 352-616-0242 or brookridgesocialdance@gmail.com Hope to see you there!

Call now for reservations for the New Year's Eve Dinner Dance.

This is a fantastic 6 course catered meal

by John Mason, with wine at each table and champagne provided at midnight for toasting the New Year.

Retro Express will be performing this New Year's Eve. Also, next year we will be holding a Special Dance on Jan 21st from 7:00 pm -10:00 pm, featuring “Johnny Wild and the Delights”.

Tickets for this special dance will go on sale Oct 1st.

The tickets will be $20.00 each in advance and $25.00 at the door.

This is a high energy show and dance featuring all the old classic rock and roll.

This is a must-see show, a fantastic 6-piece band.

You can preview Johnny Wild at https://youtu.be/bsFzKyKSREO

RESIDNETS & GUESTS Are you NEW to Line Dance Class??? During November, FREE beginner Start-Up Class 9:00 am – 9:30 am Line Dance Lessons are open to residents of Brookridge and non-residents.

All are welcome, Come join us!!!

Lynn Ingram's Beginner/Improver class is on Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:00 am.

Cost $5.00.

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

Cost $6.00.

The first 45 minutes are Beginner Dances followed by a 5-minute break and 40 minutes of Improver dances.

SAFE DRIVING CLASS

BY MARGE LINGOR

Classes will be starting back up at a NEW time!!!

The next scheduled class will be on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 10:00 am in Room D of the Clubhouse.

Welcome back to our Snowbirds!

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Kings & Queens FUN GOLF

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!

MENS 9 HOLE GOLF LEAGUE

by Erv Alber

Our league plays "Fun Golf" year-round.

Golfers of all levels are invited.

New members are always welcome.

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.

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.

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As our winter friends return, the shuffleboard courts are coming alive!

Beginning November 1, we will begin play at 1:30 pm. When we start days, remember to bring a nickel a game. We play 3 games on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Anyone can play. We'll teach you if you aren't familiar with the game. Everyone is willing to offer pointers. We had so many new players last year who have become very good with a stick.

We'll even let you play if you're really good!

No excuses! See you on the courts!

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by Linda Rogers Many of the snowbirds are back. There was a lot of fun on the tennis courts for Halloween, and we're looking forward to fall treats as Thanksgiving is getting closer. We will enjoy our regular game of tennis on Turkey Day, then snack on pre-dinner appetizers and Bloody Mary's as we wait for our meals to magically appear. Maybe even watch a little football! And some parades…

GAMES: Mon. Wed. Fri. 10 am - noon Thurs & Sun. 7:00 pm

OPEN TO ALL LEVELS Volunteer Instructors Needed

Anyone who wants to learn the game is truly welcome. You will find us on the courts every day except Sunday, playing from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. There is no charge to play, and all skill levels are welcome.

If you are looking for fun, great exercise, and new friends, come and join us!

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MORNING

BIBLE STUDY

EVENING

BIBLE STUDY

BY JUDY SCHMALZ

BY BILL HARTMAN

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.

We want YOU! Come to the Clubhouse Room C every Wednesday Evening 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

God blessed us during the movement of Hurricane Ian. Yes, it wreaked havoc at another location but God knew how much worse it could have been had it come to us.

The weather changes remind us that the end of time is approaching. There is only one way to survive. Believe in Jesus Christ NOW! Once the dispensation of grace is finished the opportunity of living eternally with God will be gone.

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.

In the midst of life's uncertainties, we can trust His unfailing love.

No matter what life throws at us, “we make it our goal to please him” (2 Corinthians 5:9)

Words to know: Romans 1:19-20 (KJV) “Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them.

For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:”

Prayer Meeting Each Thursday evening at 6:00 pm, we meet in Room D at the Clubhouse for prayer.

Everyone is welcome to join us in praying for our Country, our State, our County, and our Community.

November is the month that we celebrate Thanksgiving. But as Christians, we should thankful at all times. The Bible also says: "Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together and so much more as you see the day approaching." (Heb 10:25)

Prayer changes things! Phil. 4:6 says: "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to GOD."

Pastor Benno and I count it a privilege to minister the WORD of GOD here in Brookridge.

You will be encouraged and inspired by the messages GOD has given Pastor Benno. GOD told us to go into all the world and preach the Gospel. Brookridge is our world!

Come join us each Thursday evening.

Note: There will be NO Prayer Meeting on the 24th

Come and join us each Sunday morning at 10:00 am in Room D and experience the Love and Grace of our LORD.

For more info, contact Pastor Benno or Phoebe at 352-701-0044.

For more info, contact Pastors Benno or Phoebe at 352-701-0044.

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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!!

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BY Sue Taylor The ceramic class in Brookridge is open to all residents and neighbors. We have men and woman joining and they are very good 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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We have a great community here and we need to keep it that way.

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I know in my heart there are angels I've seen quite a few today They come in all shapes and sizes With love to give away Taking care of our Mothers and Fathers Brothers and Sisters too Watching over our loved ones When it's more than we can do.

Memoirs, Pets, Adventures, Crime, Lessons learned; all make great stories.

Join us to write down your stories.

Become a better writer. Make new friends.

Learn new skills. Beginners welcomed.

We meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month From 12:00-2:00 PM in Brookridge.

All are invited.

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Not the kind that fly with velvety wings Or blow thru trumpets of gold They have needles and pills and other things To help those who have grown old You can't see their wings or halos But believe me, I know they are there Hidden in part by an oversized heart Filled with loving care In place of a harp, one is pushing a cart Another's chariot was a wheelchair Some scurry about with pen and chart Tending to your every care Always smiling and cheerful In a world full of bed pans and pain They are the ray of sunshine To help chase away your rain There is a special place in heaven For those angels without wings God will always be with them Their praises HE will sing.

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TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO

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Tuesday Evening Bingo is going strong—we welcome all Brookridge residents and their houseguests. There will be NO Bingo on Tuesday, November 8th an 22nd, Product sales start at 4;30 pm, early Bird at 5:00 pm and regular bingo at 5:30 pm.

The daubers will go to $1.25 each beginning in October as our prices have raised.

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

Thank you for the continued support.

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

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by Jackie Bolt Welcome to the Fall season. Here we go into the big Holiday Season, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Can you believe it, the year just whizzed by. There will be NO Bingo on Friday, November 11th.

Bingo is going along fine. Our Snowbirds are starting to come home so things should pick up even more.

We are seeing a lot of new faces.

As always, we are looking for Volunteers to help lighten the load. Hoping some of you will consider helping.

It would only be for one Friday a month. If interested, please come on up to the Clubhouse some Friday and anyone can help you. We are also looking for more callers. Miss Ellie is up there on Tuesday afternoons at 3:00 pm to teach you how to call.

We have one more request to make. We are looking for someone who would be willing to come up to the Clubhouse on Friday night from 7:00 pm to about 8:30 pm to help Miss Ellie clean up the kitchen.

This would be greatly appreciated as it is too much for one person to have to do alone.

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GOSPEL JUBILEE

BY Phoebe Hamar It is hard to believe that we are coming to the end of another year.

We are closer than we have ever been to JESUS coming again. I hope you are ready for that day. Matthew 24:42 says: "watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your LORD is coming."

While we watch and wait, we should be full of thanksgiving for the LORD has done for us.

We should sing GOD's praises every day. Come and join us at the Gospel Jubilee Monday, November 21st from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm for an evening of singing praises and giving thanks to our LORD and SAVIOR. This is a FREE event, open to the public.

So come and join us.

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

MusicAires

by Rosemary Basteri

By now you are hearing music wafting through the Clubhouse on Tuesday afternoons. The Musicaires are rehearsing for the Annual Christmas Concert, scheduled for Sunday, December 18th at 3:00 pm. We are hoping this concert will be entertaining and bring peace and bring peace & joy to our friends and neighbors.

We are always looking for more singers, especially men, so come guys!! If you can raise your voices to shout at your TV on football Sundays, surely you can raise them in song.

We meet on Tuesdays from 1-3 pm in Room C. The Musicaires would like to thank the Ladies of Brookridge and many others for donations.

Your generosity keeps us viable. Our funds pay our accompanist, purchase copywrite material, printing , etc. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Please note—The Musiaires will present a musical program at the Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11th. See you there!!

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AquaBy Exercise Kathy Hershey Join us Monday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 am - 10:00 am at the pool.

Aqua exercise is a gentle total body workout that is gentle on your joints and muscles.

The exercises offer benefits for balance and coordination without the fear of falling.

Put on that bathing suit and introduce some water-based activity into your life.

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EXERCISE GROUP

by Linda Hartman

Studies have shown that maintaining regular physical activity can help prevent many common diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes.

Exercise produces endorphins (the “feel good” hormone), which act as a stress reliever and leaves you feeling happy and satisfied. Regular physical activity and fine-tuned motor skills also benefit cognitive function.

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

Class starts at 8:30 am and runs to 9:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Classes start with low impact aerobics followed by stretch and tone; weights; and either mats or chairs.

The class ends with a balance circle. Weights and mats are available if you don't have your own. Come have fun with us!

by Alice Yost Can you believe Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away? You can have a delicious Thanksgiving dinner and stay on the program if you plan ahead.

If you are on a weight control program, planning is always important along with weighing and measuring your portions.

We meet each Monday at 9:00 am. $5.00 for the first 10 weeks and then .50 a week. What a bargain!!!

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by Gary Thomas November is definitely going to be a fun month for the Brookridge Singles, and with some good eating, too. Here's what lies ahead: Our first monthly meet is on November 13th and is Trivia night hosted by me. And before you groan about how hard these games have been, let me tell you this is all new, definitely different and guaranteed to be fun.

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Our second monthly meet is on November 27th, just three days after Thanksgiving and is our annual “Anything but Turkey” potluck. Members bring any food to share so long as it's not turkey.

Both meetings start at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse's main hall. There is a $2 donation each evening.

But that's not all. We're back to bowling each Tuesday afternoon. Just show up at Strike City at 2 p.m. You don't have to be any good to bowl with us because we sure aren't.

Our monthly luncheon for Tuesday, November 15th, at the Bonefish Grill. Bernice does a great job putting our luncheons together, so sign up at the Sunday meeting or call her and let her know you plan to attend. We will meet at the restaurant at 1:00 pm.

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And finally, we are planning a trip on Monday, November 21st to the Webster Flea Market. It's huge and if you've never been it's an adventure.

Row after row after row of vendors selling all kinds of items you probably don't need but can't live without. Lots of food trucks are scattered around and there's even a great farmers market with fresh fruits and vegetables. We will meet at the tennis courts and carpool to Webster. Get there at 8:45 am because we will be leaving at 9:00 that morning.

Sign-up sheets will be at our next meeting.

Our club is open to all single residents of Brookridge.

If you have any questions or comments, call Debby Burns at 980-613-0395.

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Helping Hands

by Dee Raffensberger

Please help us continue to support: ·Project Linus - free blankets for hospitalized children to take home. ·Neonatal preemie newborn blankets, mittens and hats ·Hospice hospital gowns and bibs. ·Cancer Centers hats and blankets (warmth during chemo,) breast pillows and aprons as support. ·Fostering Hope Kids Closet for foster parents needing clothing, toys, and baby blankets. ·Nursing/Assisted Living blankets, fidget aprons, bibs, walker totes. ·Military: Items for service members at Airman's Attic and lap robes for Veteran's homes.

We are non-profit and sew for charity causes. We happily accept fabric donations in cotton or broadcloth, flannel or fleece; for items that can be made or finished for donations to the charities above.

Helping Hands meets each Thursday morning from 9:00 –11:00 am in Room D if you have a donation or would like to join the group.

Helping Hands will have our annual fundraiser – Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, February 12 from 7:30 am to 11:30 am in the great room of the clubhouse.

Donations: 136 blankets to Project Linus for distribution to hospitalized children and 9 gowns to Hospice

CRAFTY STITCHERS A CHANGE IN DAY AND TIMES: We meet every Wednesday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in meeting 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).

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