July 2010 The Unofficial Newsletter of Lake Hammock Village Tammy Anthis, Editor Lake Hammock Village Homeowners Association Board of Directors 2010 Officers and Directors President:
Judy Dixon
2011*
Treasurer: Director: Director: Director:
Gail Seal Herman Biba George Palmer Walter Strohmaier
2010* 2011* 2010* 2010*
The Unofficial Newsletter of Lake Hammock Village Vice Pres.: Tammy Anthis,Secretary: Editor Donna Chilton 2010*
*Denotes term ends at the end of the noted year Committee Chairs Activities (July): Gator Tales: Phone Squad: Sunshine: Welcome:
Joyce Ladyman Tammy Anthis Jane Biba Marileigh Osborn Marilyn Smith
“Gator Tales� is available online at: http://floridacommunities.com/lake-hammock-newsletter.
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421-6546 353-1959 422-6531 421-6289 421-1018
Manager Notes
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY Did you remember to sign up in the clubhouse for our LHV and Board of Directors sponsored 4th of July party?
SOLICITORS It is posted “No Solicitors” are allowed in the park. If a solicitor should approach you, please advise them that there is no soliciting allowed. If they don’t leave call the police.
As per our Rules and Regulations # 10 ~ Any guest must be at least 16 years of age and have a valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart. This is also a Florida law. As well as it is for the safety of you and your guests. Please see the article elsewhere in the Gator Tales in regards to this.
The mowing of the “back 40” is scheduled for this month.
Have you noticed what a nice attractive entrance we have now with our new entrance sign? The landscaping of our entrance way should be completed this month as well. A big Thank You to our owners (Scott and Jeff) for this addition to Lake Hammock Village.
Renee` July 2010
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It has been suggested by several residents that we print the Board of Directors Minutes and HOA minutes in the Gator Tales for those of you that are not able to attend the meetings so that all our residents will be aware of what is taking place in our community.
Lake Hammock Village Homeowner’s Association Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Tuesday, June 1, 2010 Board Members in Attendance Judy Dixon, Donna Hunt, Donna Chilton, Gail Seal, Herman Biba, Water Strohmaier, George Palmer 1. Call to order: Judy Dixon called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. 2. New Business: This special meeting of the Board of Directors was called specifically to discuss liability insurance for the Board and the Homeowners Association. Everyone agreed that we need to gather more information regarding the issue. Board members will research over the summer and have a recommendation later this year, 3. Motion to close meeting by Judy Dixon, seconded by Donna Chilton. Meeting adjourned by majority vote at 7:50 pm.
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Facts about July Gemstone: Ruby
Flower: Larkspur, Water Lily
According to the Gregorian calendar, July is the seventh month. On the Roman calendar, it was the fifth month and it was called 'Quintilis', menaing 'fifth'. Julius Ceasar gave the month 31 days in 46 B.C. The Roman Senate named it 'Julius', in honor of Caesar. July is usually the hottest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. During July, when there isn't much rain, the grass often loses its greenness. Some flowers are abundant in July, because they strive on the heat. Also, insects are abundant as well - life is striving in July! Independence Day commemorates the birthday of the United States of America. It is celebrated on July 4 each year in states and possessions of the United States. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress declared the American Colonies free and independent states. But it took the delegates two days to agree on a formal document announcing their action. On July 4, the Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. Since then, July 4 has been celebrated as the nation's birthday. ITS THAT TIME OF YEAR It's that time of the year for the red white and blue They stand for freedom in all you say and do Show off those colors for all the world to see Fly them proudly over the air the land and sea We celebrate the birth of our blessed country It surely is indeed the land of the free
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!!
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July Happenings Saturday, July 3rd Party – The festivities start at 4:00 pm. The Lake Hammock HOA Board will serve hamburgers, brats, and side dishes at 6:00 pm. Bring your favorite drink of choice. Bunco will follow at 7:00 pm. Each player puts $2.00 in the pot to divide for three prizes. Come and join in the fun. Monday, July 5th – 2:00 pm Activities Committee will meet at the clubhouse to plan activities for August. Marileigh Osborn will be activities director for August. Tuesday, July 13th – Ladies Lunch at Olive Gardens. Meet at clubhouse to car pool at 12:00 pm. Saturday, July 17th – R-Eatery breakfast at 8:30 am.
Sunday, July 18th – Birthday Celebration 6:30 pm. Movie to follow at 7:00 pm.
Wednesday, July 21st – Early Bird dining out at Jimmy T’s. Meet at clubhouse 4:30 pm. Friday, July 30th – to finish the month of July a Pot Luck at 6:00 pm. Hope to see you at least at one or two of the happenings. Joyce Ladyman
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HAINES CITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR (For more information call Parks & Recreation Department 421-3700) Farmers Market: Every Wednesday at Railroad Park Friday, July 2nd: Movies in the Park – Lake Eva Park – 8:00pm Sunday, July 4th: Thunder on the Ridge – Lake Eva Park – 12-9 PM Saturday, July 17th: Cruise In – Railroad Park 5-9 PM Sunday, July 18th: Music in the Park – Lake Eva Park 2-8 PM Saturday, July 24th: Bike Fest – Railroad Park 4-9 PM
Events Around the Area Celebration - A Flashback 4th of July – The All-American Sock Hop, a tribute to the 1950’s The event begins at 5:30 PM and the 50’s themed fireworks show will get under way at 9:30 PM – parking and event is free Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards Summer Music Series – Every Saturday in July from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Free Celebration Summer Sidewalk Sale and “Survivor Reunion - Come meet the stars of the hit reality shows “Survivor” , “The Amazing Race” and “Big Brother” as a part of this year’s Summer Sidewalk Sale in beautiful Celebration Town Center and participate in the “Sales” Survivor Treasure Hunt July 23rd through the 25th.
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USA States Find and circle all of the USA States that are hidden in the grid. The remaining letters spell a secret message - an Adlai Stevenson quotation. Note: VIRGINIA and WEST VIRGINIA do not overlap. The same goes for KANSAS and ARKANSAS
ALABAMA ALASKA ARIZONA ARKANSAS CALIFORNIA COLORADO CONNECTICUT DELAWARE FLORIDA GEORGIA HAWAII IDAHO ILLINOIS
INDIANA IOWA KANSAS KENTUCKY LOUISIANA MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS MICHIGAN MINNESOTA MISSISSIPPI MISSOURI MONTANA
NEBRASKA NEVADA NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW MEXICO NEW YORK NORTH CAROLINA NORTH DAKOTA OHIO OKLAHOMA OREGON PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND
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SOUTH CAROLINA SOUTH DAKOTA TENNESSEE TEXAS UTAH VERMONT VIRGINIA WASHINGTON WEST VIRGINIA WISCONSIN WYOMING
Sick List Cindy Craighton – Foot surgery Olive Craighton – The Meadows at Cypress Gardens Donna Hunt – Hand surgery Nyla Sharp – knee surgery on June 8th Helen Sheets – Savannah Court of Haines City If you know of anyone that is sick or in the hospital please let Marileigh Osborn (421-6289) know so she can get a card to them.
In Memoriam Aldine Irvin passed away. She was a long time resident of Lake Hammock. ___________________________________________
Thanks
A big thanks goes to Bob and Gail Roubaud for helping to deliver the Gator Tales for 10+ years. They thought it was time to let some newer residents help out. Memorial Day Celebration: Many thanks to all the people, who gave of their time and effort to bring us the inspiring, raising of the flag ceremony. The singing of patriotic songs was beautiful. The picnic was fun, food was good, sun was hot, but we all had a good time. All the work to organize and get things together was appreciated. Thank you all. Bob & Frances Gillen I want to thank all of you who asked Herman how I was doing during my back problem. I’m somewhat better. Also thank you to those who sent cards, and came to see me with flowers, and Donna and Vivian who took me to the pool. It's nice to know we have people who care. Thank you again. Jane Biba ______________________________________________________________
Welcome Magdalena Delvalle – 46 Sargent St. Gerald & Doris Rockwell – 148 Glen Este Blvd
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July Birthdays
Dennis Casey Mary Kline Frank Brady Dan Deuel Rex Lingrven Betty Larry Jemmy Boettcher Gloria Brady Wanda Hensley Tim Stump Rick Opalewski Herb Hunt Thomas Miller Larry Dezinski Bob Renka Norm Brake
July Anniversaries
2nd 5th 9th 9th 9th 13th 15th 16th 16th 16th 19th 25th 25th 26th 28th 31st
James & Susan Huber 49 years Gary & Geraldine Harrer 44 years Gerald & Doris Rockwell 27 years Jim & Cathy Mullison 20 years Scott & Perky Schmauder 1 year Don & Ruth Ives 28 years Art & Carol Whitmire 42 years Norm & Jan Baczkiewicz 38 years James & Dorothy Huvar 62 years Mark & Stacy Anthis 20 years Don & Shirley Hinds 46 years Harold & Mary Jo Burkett 59 years Rex & Eileen Lingrven 37 years Don & Linda VanDeman 38 years
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1st 2nd 2nd 7th 10th 13th 13th 15th 21st 23rd 26th 27th 28th 29th
Golf Carts Should Not Be Used by Children for Entertainment (this was an article in the paper)
I simply had to respond to the article “Girl’s Father Seeks Safer Golf Carts,” Tuesday. My sympathy to the Wiegert family for the loss of their daughter in such a tragic manner. I live in a 55 plus golfing community, and not a spring or holiday vacation passes that I don’t see the potential for this kind of accident or even something worse. You see, as doting grandparents, our residents absolutely will not heed the advice and warnings of our POA about letting children drive golf carts around the community. I have seen very small children behind the wheel of a golf cart with a grandparent or parent in the passenger seat, and many times it is evident that the child has never driven before. People also sit their very small children on their laps and drive. Now, just how quickly can one turn a steering wheel with a child in front of you? On another occasion, a grandparent let a preteen child drive the golf cart alone while her brother was hanging onto the back riding a skateboard. Another potential hazard is the fact that there are many older residents who will back out of their driveway in either a golf cart or a car, and either do not look first, or just don’t see anything behind them. I am holding my breath for the day when there is a terrible accident, Please, let your children and grandchildren know that you care enough to say no to driving your golf cart. Don’t let your community make The Ledger’s pages because of a terrible accident that injures or takes the life of a child. Shirley Kalck (Lakeland)
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Newsletter Information All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site at www.floridacommunities.com (click on Lake Hammock at bottom of page). Just a reminder any information for Gator Tales needs to be submitted to me by the 20th of every month. I look forward to your many submissions. I will be traveling in July and August but still working on the Gator Tales from my computer so please submit any information to my email address. Tammy Anthis (Editor) Gator Tales Staff: (863) 353-1959 Mary Ann Donovan 50 Sargent St tanthis@tampabay.rr.com Richard & Marion Spiegel ____________________________________________________
Notice Regarding Monthly Gator Tales It has been noticed by the delivery staff that some of our residents are not taking their Gator Tales out of the tubes. Our new policy will be that if you want to have a Gator Tale delivered to you monthly then your tube must be empty or no new Gator Tale will be left and you will need to pick one up in the office or club house. Don’t expect the delivery person to clean out your tube monthly, this is your responsibility as residents.
SUNCREST SALES CORPORATION AT LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE 36106 Highway 27, Haines City FL 33844
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Humor Ever wonder in your relationship how „the fight‟ started…: One year, a husband decided to buy his mother-in-law a cemetery plot as a Christmas gift… The next year, he didn‟t buy her a gift. When she asked him why, he replied, “Well, you still haven‟t used the gift I bought you last year!” And that‟s how the fight started… My wife and I are watching Who Wants To Be A Millionaire while we were in bed. I turned to her and said, “Do you want to have $ex?” “No,” she answered, I then said, “Is that your final answer?” She didn‟t even look at me this time, simply saying “Yes”. So I said, “Then I‟d like to phone a friend”. And that‟s when the fight started… I took my wife to a restaurant. The waiter, for some reason, took my order first. “I‟ll have the strip steak, medium rare, please.” He said, “Aren‟t you worried about the mad cow?” “Nah, she can order for herself.” And that‟s when when fight started…
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Lake Hammock Events Wildlife visiting our park
May Birthday Celebration Tammy Anthis, Ira Ladyman
Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony
Memorial Day Picnic
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Sunday
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Thursday
Friday
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8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 11:00 Line Dance
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
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7:00 PM Bingo 4
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7:00 PM Men's Poker 11
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9:00 AM Shuffleboard
7:00 PM Men's Poker
12:00 PM Ladies Lunch
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6:30 PM Birthday Celebration
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9:30 AM Water Aerobics
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
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7:00 PM Men's Poker
7:00 PM Movie
Saturday
4:00 PM Pool Party 6:00 PM Dinner 7:00 PM Bunco
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8:30 AM Coffee/Donuts 9:30 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 11:00 Line Dance
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8:30 AM Coffee/Donuts 9:30 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 11:00 Line Dance
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8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 11:00 Line Dance
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM Ladies’ Poker
7:00 PM Ladies’ Poker
7:00 PM Bingo 17 8:30 AM Breakfast R-Eatery 7:00 PM Ladies’ Poker
7:00 PM Bingo
7:00 PM Bingo
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9:30 AM Water Aerobics
9:00 AM Shuffleboard
7:00 PM Men's Poker
6:30 PM Texas Hold’em
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8:30 AM Coffee/Donuts 9:30 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Men’s Poker Dominoes
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 11:00 Line Dance
9:30 AM Water Aerobics
7:00 PM Ladies’ Poker
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7:00 PM Bingo
6:00 PM Pot Luck