Fairways Eagle - October 2025 Issue by Fairways Eagle Newspaper

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MASTER the FAIRWAYS!

The FHAOI is so proud to partner this year with MetroHealth and the Fairways Golf Course to present the November Fall Ball Open Tournament and Gala.

The event is Saturday, November 8. The organizing committee has been working since last year’s tournament to get things ready for the golfers, our sponsors, and the community. Leading the golf side of things are Tim and Karen Barber and Scott Glover. They have been working to secure the 36 teams for the tournament, and they are going through the teams to verify handicaps and placement in the various flights. The golf day kicks off at 7am with registration at the Fairways Pro Shop and then a 9am Shotgun start. We have hole sponsors lined up to greet the golfers on each hole and provide some surprises.

On the sponsorship side, Mark Kornmann and the organizing team have worked hard to secure sponsorships for the tournament and items for the silent auction.

Our sincere thanks to our sponsors. Your support and partnership plays a key role in the success of our event, and we appreciate your participation.

The Golf Tournament and Gala Sponsors as of September 25, 2025

TITLE SPONSOR:

MetroHealth, Inc.

HOLE SPONSORS:

Aced Senior Insurance Services

Care Plus Health Plans

Colleen Fraser

Colonial Life & Accident Insurance, Co.

Eagle Pest Services

Federation of Manufactured Home Owners of Florida, Inc.

Four Star Homes, Inc.

Goodfella’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant, Orlando

Green Frog Plumbing

Integrity Manufactured Home Resales – Virgil Seepersad

The Moose

Patti Ankli, Medicare Health Insurance Specialist

Ed and Liz Perdue

R&R Handy Men Services, LLC

Trash Taxi

Tuffy Tire & Auto Services

WellCare Health Plans

EVENING SPONSORS:

Tim and Karen Barber

James and Sandy Dennis

Jim Dunham, Classic Roofing

Mark Kornmann

Jim and Cathy Nanfeldt

Curt and Shelly Mottram

Shelly Mottram and her team have organized and planned the evening activities. The doors open at the Masters Clubhouse at 5pm and the silent auction room will also open at 5pm. The evening activities will begin at 6pm and dinner will follow at 6:30pm. The Gala will feature incredible decorations, great food, a top-notch band – Wheelhouse Trio - to dance to, awards for the golf tournament winners and of course, a silent auction with some irresistible items. Look for the final updates on the Golf Tournament in the November issue of the Eagle.

ATTENTION GOLFERS

If you have registered for the 2025 Golf Tournament/Gala event, Friday October 10th is the deadline to pay to hold your spot! Cash or check, no credit cards. Please make checks payable to FHAOI. You can leave your payment at the Fairways Pro Shop or give it to Tim Barber or Scott Glover. There is a waiting list for the Gala dinner. Please contact Shelly Mottram at 321-388-3324 to add your name to the list, or if you have questions. If you are donating a silent auction gift basket, please wrap it in cellophane, have a list of what’s included, and the total value.

All gift baskets and other donations for the silent auction need to be with Tim or Karen Barber by Saturday, November 1st. You can call Karen Barber at 518-563-2846 to arrange.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9TH FHAOI ANNUAL MEETING AND BOARD ELECTIONS. 7:00PM AT THE MASTERS See page 2 for additional detail.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 FHAOI CRAFT FAIR AND SWEET SHOP AT THE MASTERS! 8am-2pm. Breakfast and lunch available.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 FOURTH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT AND GOLF GALA At the Masters.

SAVE THE DATE! FHAOI CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT THE MASTERS Rock the night away with the band Dennie and the Jets and enjoy an Italian menu from Chef Ron. Tickets will be $25 per person.

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A lot to look forward to in October and November! The Craft Fair and Sweet Shop is on October 18 at the Masters, and then the Fourth Annual Golf Tournament and Gala on November 9. I look forward to seeing many of you!”

CATHY NANFELDT

Last month my article focused on the liability insurance issue. I’m happy to report that FHAOI has secured the necessary insurance. I believe most of the affected clubs have also been able to do the same. Now we can turn our attention to more pleasant things like the return of fall and hopefully more comfortable temperatures. Our fingers are still crossed that we manage to escape the dreaded hurricanes in October and November.

I introduced the Nominating Committee at our September Board Meeting. They are Lisa Ramsey, Ellen Griswold and Judy Michalski. Their task is to reach out to any residents who they feel may be interested and good candidates to run for the Board. If you want to learn more, please contact any of them to discuss what it involves, or you can email to fhaoiboard@gmail.com.

With the return of the snowbirds, we are now heading into the busy months for activities. You’ll see in this paper about the Craft Fair happening on Saturday, October 18 from 8am - 2pm. We are full so be sure to come support our residents. You can also purchase breakfast or lunch. Of course, the Sweet Shop will be open for business once again.

November 8 is the 4th Annual Golf Tournament & Gala. See the article in this paper for more details. The Board has decided to add another Board Meeting on Thursday, November 13 at 7 pm. Our final meeting of the year on December 11 will be a short meeting followed by a holiday party.

We will round out the year with our annual Christmas Dinner Dance on December 6 and our New Year’s Dance on December 31. More information to come next month.

If anyone has any questions or concerns that FHAOI can answer, please do not hesitate to contact me or any of the board members. We are here to help if we can.

Special Notification –October Board Meeting

Cathy

nanfeldt25@gmail.com

The FHAOI October Board Meeting, Thursday, October 9, 7pm at the Masters, will be the Annual Meeting & Elections. We have four Board Members up for re-election and three have chosen to run for re-election. They are Renay Johnson, Nancy Lang and Vicki Heath. A decision I’ve thought long and hard about is that I will not be running for re-election to the Board. My husband is officially retiring on January 16, 2026, and I just want to be able to enjoy time with him. I feel it is a good choice for us, and we can take off whenever we want to and spend more time with our family.

FHAOI and Hometown America

Coming Together

Meeting Date: September 9

Participants: HTA Manager Priscilla Herrick, FHAOI Board President Cathy Nanfeldt, Board Secretary Nancy Lang & Board Director at Large Vicki Heath

We spent time reviewing a final few questions regarding the liability insurance requirement from Hometown America:

1. Insurance is required when using any of the Fairways buildings owned by Hometown America, not just the Masters.

2. Clarification, that if the event is residents ONLY, then no insurance is required. The leader of the group just needs to sign the form from Barb Mishloney to be on file. This includes all card groups, quilting, bunco, poker, bocce, etc.

3. As long as the club has the liability insurance, it is not required, but it is still recommended, to ask the bands, DJ’s or other performers to provide liability insurance as well as the declaration’s page of their automobile insurance. It does not have to be turned into Hometown. Any caterer should provide their food license even if they are only dropping off the food and not staying.

If more than one resident chooses to run for the board along with the three running for re-election, then voting will be held that night, Thursday, October 9. A short meeting will take place at 7 pm and then the voting will begin. If only one resident comes forward, then the four will automatically be voted in by acclamation. As of the writing of this article, Connie Fasano has decided to run for the Board again. We will announce as soon as possible that night if no ballot vote will take place. Otherwise, we would hope as many FHAOI registered voters as possible turn out at the Masters to cast a vote. Continued to page 3

FHAOI PRESIDENT

Continued from page 2

4. It has now been said that a workers comp exempt form is not necessary as none of the groups that we have come into Fairways are large enough to be required to have workers comp.

5. The blackout shades have been installed in the poker room in the Masters back to the left side of the stage. Time will tell if they are useful in cooling the room. Some nights there are enough players that they could use a third poker table. I asked about this, and Priscilla indicated she would measure the room to see if there was enough room, although it would need to be considered for next year’s budget.

6. Hopefully by the time you read this article, the rubber stripping has been installed to fix the tripping hazard in the Masters between the tile and carpet on the dance floor.

7. We inquired about a password for the internet for both the Greenbrier and the Masters and Priscilla said you must use your phone’s hotspot.

8. A resident had complained about the need to pay an additional $10 for a new sticker on her car that no longer worked either because of sun fading, carwashes or it was simply old. Priscilla said each home receives a total of two stickers and after that they cost $10 because HTA has to pay for them. So be aware that if your sticker does not seem to be working well, you must pay $10 to receive a new one, same as if you purchase a new car.

9. A group of residents are still very upset at the conditions of the ponds. The Lake Doctor has been seen on the ponds and Priscilla confirmed they do indeed come at least once a month, sometimes more than once. It is a process to clear the muck from the ponds. Also, it was asked about the possibility of installing fountains to help circulate the water, but Priscilla said that they have measured in the past and the ponds simply are not deep enough to allow fountains. That is why there are only the two in the park at the two ponds that were deep enough.

10. Finally, we spent time discussing the food trucks. Sandy DeJesus has been securing trucks to come to the Park on the third Saturday of the month for the past three years. My question was why suddenly she can no longer do this unless FHAOI takes it over.

Also, a resident who runs a food truck and parks it in Fairways in the RV lot wants to operate multiple times a month. Priscilla indicated that the prospectus clearly states no soliciting, and it is really a gray area. We ended up agreeing that both Hometown America and FHAOI would co-sponsor the food trucks the third Saturday of each month.

With this agreement we are asking and allowing both residents who have food trucks to participate each month and Sandy DeJesus will still bring in an additional truck. This way the residents have choices and there is no favoritism to be concerned about.

We also decided that if any residents who enjoy baking and would like to, they are more than welcome to set up a table and sell their items at the same time. Doing this falls under the cottage food laws and they would have to individually wrap each item and provide a sign listing the recipe with all the ingredients included to assure any food allergies would be able to be determined prior to purchase. If any one has any further questions about this set up, please contact Sandy DeJesus at 407-300-7610.

The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 2 at 10:00 am.

As always, if you have anything you’d like us to bring to Priscilla’s attention, please reach out to Cathy Nanfeldt so it can be put on the agenda.

Come Join Us for Line Dancing Fun!

by Libby Williams

The photo shows our first class for Fall! We are learning new dances or remembering how to do the old ones. The class is an hour full of fun, music and no worries. Frenchie is one of our instructors and our unsung hero. He loves to dance and sing and help you with a dance step or a joke.

Please plan to join us on Tuesdays at 4pm at the Masters Clubhouse. Contact Libby Williams at 407-694-8399.

Cathy Nanfeldt President nanfeldt25@gmail.com 407-704-0423

Tom David Vice President trdavid@buffalo.edu 315-568-1433

Renay Johnson Treasurer renaybrad@aol.com 407-538-0128

Nancy Lang Secretary ilovejack2476@yahoo.com 407-506-2230

Melanie Klements Director of Social Activities mklements18@gmail.com 407-649-0880

Vicki Heath Director-at-Large Vheath5675@gmail.com 601-917-1335

Dixie LoCicero Director of Communications DixieL622@gmail.com 407-721-9444

Fairways Eagle Contact

Lisbeth Echeandia – Editor – Fairwayseaglecontent@gmail.com 407-271-7906

Lisbeth Echeandia – Advertising Sales – Lisbeth.fairwayseagle@gmail.com 407-271-7906

FHAOI Treasurer’s Report

One of the most noticeable upgrades has been the road work to the back half of Pebble Beach Boulevard, making travel smoother and safer. In addition, the new sewer plant is well underway, promising improved infrastructure and long-term reliability.

PRISCILLA HERRICK HTA MANAGER

Hello Fairways Residents, From Your HTA Social Director

Hello Fall! A Look Back at a Year of Progress

As the golden hues of fall begin to settle over the northern states and our temperatures begin to come down, it’s hard to believe how quickly the year has flown by. With 2025 winding down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the many improvements that have taken place throughout our community, each one designed to enhance comfort, safety, and enjoyment for all residents.

Our clubhouses are now equipped with AED machines, a vital addition for emergency preparedness.

Over at the Greenbrier, both the roof and porch have been refurbished, ensuring durability and charm. And new pool furniture at the Westchester added a touch of resort-style relaxation to our sunny days.

We’ve also added picnic tables at the bocce courts — perfect for gatherings, lunches, or simply enjoying the games and the laundry room received a fresh upgrade, making chores a little more pleasant and efficient.

And perhaps most meaningful, the addition of the Veterans Memorial sidewalk stands as a heartfelt tribute to those who served, offering a quiet space for reflection and gratitude.

As we welcome the cooler days and cozy nights of fall, let’s celebrate the progress we’ve made together — and look forward to even more in the months to come.

Welcome Reilly Pareto to Fairways! We’re excited to welcome Reilly Pareto as the newest member of our sales team here at Fairways! Reilly joins us from our sister community, Palm Valley, where she successfully brokered numerous home sales and built strong relationships with

residents. Reilly has been part of the Hometown family for over a year, bringing energy, professionalism, and a keen eye for detail to every homebuyer interaction. Her success stems from her genuine dedication to our residents and her thoughtful approach to matching buyers with the perfect home. Please give Reilly a warm welcome when you see her around the community!

*A Heartfelt Thank You to OurResidents

We want to extend a sincere thank you to all the residents who continue to beautify our community with vibrant flowers, lush greenery, and well-maintained yards. Your care and pride in your homes make Fairways shine brighter every day. It’s your dedication that helps create the warm, welcoming atmosphere we all enjoy—thank you for making our community such a special place to live!

With appreciation,

Carmen N. Zayas

John Wozencroft

Amy L. Keene

Carmen Martinez Torres

Duane A. Porterfield

TRIVIA TIME

by Barb Mishloney, HTA Social Activities Director

As we enter the holiday season, Hometown America brings holiday cheer to the community with good food, friends and fellowship.

Kicking off seasonal activities ….

• Thursday, October 2, KC and the Sunshine band will present Christmas at the Opry from 7-9 pm.

• November 11 at 11:30 am, Veterans will be honored with the annual Veterans Day luncheon. Complimentary tickets can be picked up Monday, October 13, 20 and 27 and November 3 from 5-6:30pm.

• Hometown America will host its annual Holiday Luncheon at 11:30 am Friday, December 5. Complimentary tickets will be distributed on Monday, November 10, 17 and 24.

• The evening of Friday, December 5, a special holiday mini-parade will go from the triangle to the Masters where caroling will be led by Chrome 57. Residents are encouraged to join the parade at the triangle at 5:45 pm or gather in front of the Masters for caroling and hot cider and cookies.

I look forward to spending time with our residents at these fun events!

Want a COVID and/or Flu vaccination?

Hometown America will be hosting Walgreens in Fairways to administer COVID and Flu vaccines to those residents interested.

SIGNUP: Friday October 10 from 1-3pm. You will need your ID and insurance information to complete the necessary paperwork and be registered.

VACCINES: Friday, October 17 at the Masters – 10am-2pm

QUESTIONS? Call Judy Smegelski at 407-282-2826

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The Fairways Veterans Group

Invites you to our Third Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Dance

October 18, starting at 6:30pm at the Masters

Admission is $10 per person and wear pink to show support for the cause! Music, Dancing and Share the Wealth! For tickets and more information call: 407-267-2846

All proceeds will be donated to Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation. Libbyslegacy.org

SUNDAY, October 12 th at Masters 6:30-9:30 pm, Second Saturday! Share the Wealth – Door Prizes –Singing, Dancing – Fun! KJ Steve Milford • Tickets only $2 bucks For Info Call: BILL BUTLER 407-461-4155

Happy Fall, Y’all!

As the season of Fall is upon us, the ladies of the Fairways Christian Women’s Connection are grateful for this beautiful time the Lord has given us. Fall is not just about pumpkins and trick or treating, it’s also a season of gathering, worship, and encouragement.

This October, we’re diving into two different Bible studies. In the evenings, a group of us will be meeting at the Greenbrier on Thursday, October 2nd and 16th at 6:30 pm. Together, we’ll begin walking through the book of Galatians, exploring its truths over the next few months.

In the afternoons, another circle will gather at Jo Lynn’s home (14721 Firestone) for study and fellowship. This group will meet on Thursday, October 9th and 23rd at 3:00 pm.

Our month also holds a special time of worship, our Praise and Prayer gathering. On Saturday, October 4th at 11 am, we’ll meet at

F A IRWAYS H E LPINGHAND S

Just a reminder that we have an amazing resource here at Fairways, called Helping Hands.

Helping hands has a stock of all kinds of medical-related items and equipment donated by previous and current residents. It includes wheelchairs, knee scooters, walkers, canes, shower chairs and more! Helping Hands loans the items they have to Fairways residents on request and at no cost.

Helping Hands is managed by Cricket O’Donnell and you can call or text Cricket at: 413-262-1196. Not sure they have what you’re looking for? Just contact Cricket and she’ll let you know right way.

Also, please keep Helping Hands in mind when you have any type of medical equipment you would like to donate. Thank you!

Fairways Singles Club

by Suzanne Hammons

We’re trying something new this month. We will be going to restaurants we don’t usually have in our line-up!

Sunday October 5, we will meet at The Town House Restaurant in Oviedo, which is family owned. The address is 139 N. Central Ave. Dinner is at 4 pm and their website says they are ‘an old-school eatery featuring American & Greek classics all day.’.

Another first for us, we will be going to Miller’s Ale House at 641 N. Alafaya Trail. This is in the Waterford Lakes Mall. We’ll be meeting for dinner at 4 pm.

Don’t forget about cards on Saturday evenings at the Greenbriar at 6 pm.

Questions? Contact Suzanne at 407-616-5006.

the home of Frank and Reenie Nix (1734 Inverary). It will be a refreshing time of singing, sharing communion, and lifting our voices together in prayer.

As always, we’re continuing to serve through giving. This month we’re collecting travel-size toiletries for the Samaritan Resource Center, the perfect chance to share those little items you may have picked up from hotels. A drop-off box is located at 14349 Augusta Road.

If you have questions or would like more details, please feel free to reach out to Jane Slotnick at jaslotnick5@gmail.com or text Joy Ruggiero at 614-743-4402.

Let’s embrace this season together with gratitude, worship, and joy.

Group Directory

Now Taking Sweet Shop Donations!

The October Craft Fair8am-2pm, October 18 is sold out, and we’re expecting a successful event for all our vendors. And now we need donations for the Sweet Shop!

We had an incredible selection of items last year and look forward to lots of deliciousness again this year. All sweet goods are welcome – candy, brownies, bundt cakes, cheese cakes, sheet cakes, cookies, cupcakes, pies and whatever you like to bake!

The Sweet Shop is a fundraiser for the FHAOI. Call or text Lisbeth @ 407.271.7906 to sign up to bring something sweet!

Thank you.

SALE

Saturday, October 25, 9am-2pm

To participate: call or text Bonnie Johnson at 407-595-3080 or email Lisbeth at fairwaysyard sale2025@gmail. com

EAGLE • OCTOBER 2025

Pass the Pig for Libby’s Legacy at Bingo

Keeping up the tradition, the FHAOI is collecting money to donate to Libby’s Legacy during the intermission at Wednesday night Bingo. Highlights from the First Five Weeks

As of this writing, we have reached week five of our fundraising efforts during Wednesday night Bingo. Karen Barber has truly earned the title of Queen of Passing the Pig, showcasing remarkable dedication to the cause. In week one, when Karen was out of town, Lynne Blair graciously stepped in to keep the tradition going. To make week five extra memorable and encourage even more donations, Mark Kornmann joined the fun by dressing as Spiderman. We appreciate our enthusiastic volunteers and look forward to making a generous donation to Libby’s Legacy thanks to our regular bingo players.

by Susan Edwards

On September 4th, we were fortunate enough to witness Claudia Garvin achieve a remarkable feat: a hole-in-one on the challenging 15th hole!

The day itself was idyllic, providing a perfect backdrop for such an exciting event. Claudia’s shot, played from the red tees with a perfectly struck 7-wood, was nothing short of spectacular. The ball’s trajectory was flawless, disappearing cleanly into the hole to the astonishment and delight of those present.

For any golfer, a hole-in-one is an unforgettable experience, a testament to skill, precision, and a little bit of luck. It’s a moment etched in memory, a story shared and retold. We were incredibly fortunate to witness Claudia’s achievement and wanted to share this joyous occasion with the wider community.

Claudia, congratulations again on your amazing accomplishment!

Diane Armstrong, Judie Gljiva, and Barb Avery also witnessed this event.

Congrats to Claudia Garvin!

You’re Invited – Mixed Couples Golf League

Turn off the TV. Put down your phone. Join us Wednesday mornings or Sundays for a round of golf. Singles or couples are welcome for our mixed couples league. Beginners or experienced. You can sign up in the Gazebo near the clubhouse or call Ken Gustafson 321-663-9615 or Sue Morin 407- 450-8030.

AUGUST 6

First

Andy Stewart

Lynne Laroche. 51.2

Bill Ruth

Ken Gustafson

Second

Jerry Mosier

Laura Mercado. 53.4

Ron Peterson

Kathy Lombardo

AUGUST 13

First

Bruce Trenary

Cheryl Trenary 51.0

Ken Gustafson

Laura Mercado

Second

Ed Morin

Sue Morin. 52.1

Bill Ruth Bev Dushane

FWGA Welcomes

New Players!

FAUGUST 27

First

Bruce Trenary

Cheryl Trenary. 48.8

Paul Deroo

Susan Edwards

Second

Doug Biss

Dee Perine 50.1

Howard May

Lynne Laroche

To the Fairways Community

airway’s Women’s Golf Association would like to extend an invitation to all golfers to come join us on Tuesday mornings for league play. You may play five times as a guest, before deciding if you would like to join. There is a sign-up sheet in the gazebo by the Pro shop, just add your name and the name of your guest next to it. Please indicate if you want to play red or gold.

You may also contact Diane Armstrong, president of the FWGA. Her number is 407-325-7987. The FWGA offers a round of golf every week, closest to the pin and chip ins. We also have several tournaments a year and a nice Christmas party to close out the year.

We hope to have some of our new golfing residents join us soon.

FWGA publicity – Susan Edwards and Lynne Blair

Atree has been planted on hole #13 in memory of Basil Boone.

Those who attended his Memorial Service generously donated funds to buy this tree. It is a Foxtail Palm and is as unique as Basil was.

As you play thru Hole #13, wave and smile at Basil’s tree, in memory of a truly kind man. We miss him and the care he gave the golf course.

WINNER’S CIRCLE

BINGO WINNERS

August 27

Early Bird Games: Geri Ossana, Bob Gussick, Terry Scavello, Nicholas Hernandez, Pam Brenemann, Judy Smegelski, Doug Barrett, Diane Armstrong, Anne Sergio, Robin Hammerbacker. Regular Games: Judy Smegelski, Marvie McVey, Madison Waltz, Doug Barrett, Maria Roldan, Barbara Marczak, Anne Sergio, Val Voeltner, Barb Avery, Donna Morgan, Doreen Goulding, Barb Avery, Judy Michalski. Speedball: Nancy Lang. Jackpot Coverall: Madison Waltz. Odd/Even Jackpot: Chris Groffel, Doreen Goulding, Ellen Griswold.

September 3

Early Bird Games: Doreen Goulding, Liz Gruber, Laura Mercado, Elizabeth Sandres, Terry Scavello, Tom Voeltner, Carmen Zayas. Regular Games: Jackie Perez, Coreen Groffel, Karen Barber, Jenny Pasco, Doris Ventura, Bonnie Buyea, Judie Gljiva, Doren Goulding, Marvie McVey, Barb Marczak. Speedball: Doreen Goulding. Coverall: Susan Salvo, Ron Brown. Odd/Even Jackpot: Carmen Zayas.

September 10

Early Bird Games: Chris Groffel, Mario Salvo, Debbie Keltner, Barb Avery, David Gregg, Fran Archibald, Liz Gruber. Regular Games: Steve Buyea, Veronica Tricoche-Griffin, Karen Barber, Renay Johnson, Marvie McVey, Steve Buyea, Lynne Blair, Fran Ragsdale, Josefina Suero. Speedball: Anne Sergio. Jackpot Coverall: Elaine Youngman. Odd/Even Jackpot: Mel Lyons.

September 17

Early Bird Games: Liz Gruber, Renay Johnson, Marvie McVey, Anne Sergio, Terry Gibbs, Bill Low, Karen Barber. Regular Games: Coreen Groffel, Darrell Paul, Fran Ragsdale, Anne Sergio, Fran Archibald, Beverly Fransen, Martha Harris, Barb Marczak, Mel Lyons, Maria Sepulveda, Susan Salvel, Gail Maxwell, Josefina Suero. Speedball: Robin Hammerbacker. Jackpot Coverall: Coreen Groffel. Odd/Even Jackpot: Linda Murray.

September 24

Early Bird Games: Maria Sepulveda, Elaine Youngman, Valerie Read, Maria Salo, Elaine Youngman, Coreen Groffel, Angela David. Regular Games: Ellen Griswold, Darrell Paul, Nancy Roberts, Amy Keene, Terry Scavello, Carmen Zayas, Maria Sepulveda, Caroline Curran, Debbie Keltner, Candy Trissel, Kathy Harris, Gail Maxwell. Speedball: Valerie Reed. Jackpot Coverall: Alice Delorenzo, Ernie Tucker, Diane Armstrong, Mel Lyons, Robin Hammerbacker. Odd-Even Jackpot: Elaine Youngman.

TUESDAY EUCHRE

AUGUST 19 – WINNERS:

First Place: Diana Ketelsen (71)

Second Place: Paul Montoney (64)

Third Place: Steve Ketelsen (60)

Door Prize: Judi Casher (41)

August 26 – WINNERS:

First Place: Bob Desormier (70)

Second Place: Ardith Kyng (60)

Third Place: Donna Dale (54)

Door Prize: Bob Gussick (46)

September 2 – WINNERS:

First and Second Steve Ketelsen (67)

Place Tie: Bob Desormier (67)

Third Place: Paul Montoney (65)

Door Prize: Bob Gussick (36)

September 9 – WINNERS:

First Place: Wilma Woods (64)

Second Place Matt Ketelsen (57)

Third Place Tie: Greg Branham (56)

Door Prize: Donna Dale (39)

September 16 – WINNERS:

First Place: Ardith Kyng (65)

Second Place: Diana Ketelsen (64)

Third Place: Judi Casher (63)

Fourth Place Tie: Sherrie Jessum (56) Loraine Schneider (56)

Door Prize: Steve Ketelsen (39)

FRIDAY PINOCHLE

Confused by the Mailing About Your Voter Registration?

And yes, it is legitimate!

In September 2025, every registered voter in Orange County, Florida, received an Address Confirmation Mailer/Postcard from the Supervisor of Elections office. This mailing was sent to comply with a Florida law requiring regular updates to voter rolls.

Key Details

• Purpose: The postcards are a part of a list maintenance program to verify the accuracy of voter registration records. The office uses returned or undeliverable mail to identify records that need updating.

• Who received it: All820,530 registered voters in Orange Conty were mailed a postcard.

• How to respond: The postcard is a request to confirm the address the office has on file is accurate. It has prepaid postage.

• Updating your information:

o If you need to update any information, return the completed postcard.

o Or update your registration online at the Orange County Supervisor of Elections website. https://ocfelections.gov

• If you don’t respond: If a voter does not respond to the mailer, their registration status is not immediately changed. Florida law required election offices to follow process that may lead to a voter being placed on an inactive list if they also have not voted in recent elections.

October 9th (annual meeting, elections 7:00pm)

November 13th

December 11th (board mtg/holiday party 6:30 pm)

EAGLE DEADLINES!

Advertising: 10th of the month prior to publication

Club/Organization: Reports, Scores and News – 15th of the month prior to publication

Letters to the Editor, Original Articles: 15th of the month prior to publication

Have a topic you would like us to cover in the Eagle or want your birthday or anniversary included in the Celebrations page? Call editor Lisbeth Echeandia at 407-271-7906 or email: fairwayseaglecontent @gmail.com

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Orlando Drip Fundraiser Little League Fundraiser 727-423-1717

Patti Ankli Medicare Insurance Services 407-230-2215

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Reliabuilt Construction Construction Services 347-866-8395 Seniors Helping Seniors Senior Services 407-213-2273

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Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Auto Service and Tire 407-384-0100

Countdown to the Craft Fair and Sweet Shop!

FHAOI is looking forward to hosting another craft fair on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 8:00am-2pm. The event is sold out, and we are looking forward to a busy day with everyone making great sales.

Set up will begin the night before, Friday, October 17 –7pm-10pm. The doors will be locked at 10pm.

There will be food for sale during the event – breakfast and lunch – and please visit the popular Sweet Shop with delicious baked items for sale.

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Veterans Corner

Third Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Dance

As always, we are grateful for the generous support from the Fairways Community. We want to take a moment to give back to our wonderful community. On Saturday October 18th, we are hosting our Third Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Dance at the Masters. The dance starts at 6:30 pm and admission is $10.00 per person. If you are unable to attend, but would like to donate to the cause, you can contact Rick Aaron at 407-267-2846. Music and entertainment will be provided by DJ Zach Scott.

All monies collected from ticket sales and Share the Cash, will be donated to Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation. The Fairways Women’s Golf Association will be hosting their Libby’s Legacy Golf Tournament and Luncheon on October 15 to also raise funds for this great organization.

MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING

The October Veterans Meeting will be held on October 14th at 10:00 am. We have made a change in able to accommodate residents that haven’t been able to attend the evening meetings. We will have a Guest Speaker representing Medicare plans for next year 2026. Healthcare Open Enrollment is from October 15th until December 7th. So, stop on by to get useful information. We will also be selling tickets for the Breast Cancer Awareness Dance. Admission is $10.00 per person.

Quilts of Valor Foundation

We would like to continue honoring our Fairways Veterans. Contact Annie Ossenkop-Aaron at 559-760-9860 to get more information. We are tentatively planning a Quilt of Honor quilt presentation for November 14th at the Masters Clubhouse starting at 11:00 am. More information to follow in next month’s article of the Eagle and on Facebook.

Future Events and Activities

•Fourth Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Pot Luck: On Sunday November 23rd. We invite all residents to attend this event. We ask that you bring a dish to share.

•More information will be posted on Facebook, Nextdoor, the TV Monitors and the November Edition of the Eagle.

Military Calendar – Holidays, Events, Observances (October)

•October 3, 1918 - Corporal John Henry Pruitt, was a United States Marine during World War I and is one of only 19 people who have received two Medals of Honor.

• October 13, 1775 – Navy Birthday (248 years)

• October 17-25, 1944 – The Battle of Leyte Gulf

• October 26 – National Day of the Deployed

• October 27 – Navy Day

• Commander, Edwin Ramirez: 407-913-3681

• Our email is: fairways.veterans.group@gmail.com

• Our mailing address is PO Box 423, Christmas, Florida 32709

Edwin Ramirez, Commander, Fairways Veteran Group

POWERWASHING

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Whether you’re downsizing, relocating or handling a loved one’s estate, we provide compassionate, organized and profitable estate sales services. You don’t have to handle it alone! No hassle. No upfront costs. Call or text Joanne @ 732.589.9119 or email Joanne@BlueDoveEstateSales.com

Consultations are always free. Fairways Resident

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Fairways Sewing Group Updates!

by Susan Creighton

Happy Fall. The Fairways Sewing Group will be participating in the Community Craft Fair being held on October 18, from 8AM till 2PM. Hope to see all our residents, friends and family members. The sewing group would like to send a thank you to Carol Gorak for her generous donation

We’re looking forward to sorting through everything and adding to our collection. It’s going to take a while! Thank you to our community, neighbors, friends and family members for all your donations. We were so happy to have donated a blanket throw with tied edging to Libby’s Legacy. If you can sew, or iron or cut out patterns we would love to have you join us. Come by on Wednesday mornings from 8:30-11:00am at the Greenbrier and see how you can enjoy being part of our group.