WELCOME FRIENDS & GUESTS TO A PARK WITH A HEART
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October comes from the Latin word octo which means eight. In ancient Rome, October was the eighth month of the year. When the Gregorian calendar was adopted, it became the tenth month of the year but it has retained its original name. The birthstones for October are opal and tourmaline. Opals are considered to be the traditional birthstone and they symbolize hope, innocence and purity. Tourmaline is the modern birthstone for October. Wearing Pink Tourmaline throughout the day helps release stress, worries, depression and anxiety. It can be used in partnership with Black Tourmaline to diffuse obsessive behavior. Both gemstones come in a wide variety of colors and are known for displaying multiple colors within the same stone. The flower for the month of October is the calendula. Another name for calendula is the pot marigold. They are easy to grow and popular in gardens. Colors range from pale yellow to deep orange. The calendula symbolizes sorrow or sympathy. Libra and Scorpio are the astrological signs for October. Libra - The Scales September 23rd - October 22nd. As their zodiac signs and meanings would indicate, Libra's are all about balance, justice, equanimity and stability. They easily surround themselves with harmony and beauty, but sometimes go to extremes to do so if their goals are unreasonable or unhealthy. With Venus as their ruling planet, Libra's are very understanding, caring, and often the champion of underdogs. They have keen intuitions, but often don't give themselves enough credit for their perceptions. They can be quiet and shy if not persuaded to come out of their shell. Ironically and in spite of their introverted nature they make excellent debaters, often proving a point from out of seemingly nowhere. Scorpio - The Scorpion October 23rd - November 21st. The Scorpio is often misunderstood. These personalities are bold and are capable of executing massive enterprises with cool control and confidence. They can surmount seemingly all obstacles when they put their mind to the task, and they have unshakable focus when the situation calls for it. Regardless of their bold nature, they are often secretive, but they are always observing behind their withdrawn manner. Being associated with a solar animal, (the scorpion) they are not withdrawn for long, and when they come out again they do so with force, vigor and determination. It is true, Scorpio's can be argumentative and pack a powerful sting, but that's simply because they see all opposition as a healthy challenge. More American Presidents were born in the month of October than any other month. They were John Adams, Rutherford B. Hayes, Chester Arthur, Theodore Roosevelt, Dwight Eisenhower and Jimmy Carter.
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October Holidays Yom Kippur is a Jewish holiday that begins on October 3rd. It is also called the "Day of Atonement" and is considered to be the holiest day of the year for Jewish people. Columbus Day commemorates the day that Christopher Columbus arrived in the Americas. In the United States it is celebrated on the second Monday in October. The traditional day is October 12th, the day that Columbus arrived. The day is celebrated by many countries in the Americas including the United States. In many Spanish speaking countries it is called Dia de la Raza which stands for Day of Race. Halloween is a holiday with a long history and can have different meanings for different people. The name Halloween is a shorter version of All Hallows' Eve or the night before All Saints Day. It can be thought of as a celebration of the night before All Saints Day. Halloween is said to have its roots in an ancient Celtic celebration in Ireland and Scotland called Samhain. Samhain marked the end of summer. People at the time were frightened of evil spirits. They would dress up in costumes and make noise in the streets in order to make the spirits go away. When the Catholic Church came to the Celtic land, it brought with it the celebration of All Saints Day on November 1st. This day was also called All Hallows Day and the night before was called All Hallows Eve. Many of the traditions from the two holidays became merged together. Over time, All Hollows Eve was shortened to Halloween and additional traditions like trick-or-treating and carving Jack-o-lanterns became a part of the holiday.
Interesting things that happened during the month of October:
Free rural delivery of mail began in the United States, October 1, 1896.
The first "Model T" Ford was put on the market, October 1, 1908.
The Soviet Union launched its first artificial satellite, Sputnik, October 4, 1957.
The first double-decked steamboat, the Washington, arrived at New Orleans, October 7, 1816.
The great fire of Chicago began, and burned for about 30 hours, October 8, 1871.
The U.S. Naval Academy opened at Annapolis, Md., October 10, 1845.
Columbus landed in America, October 12, 1492.
The United States flag was formally raised over Alaska, October 18, 1867.
The U.S.S. Constitution, better known as Old Ironsides, launched, October 21, 1797.
The first transcontinental telegram was sent, October 24, 1861.
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It Must Be October The harvest moon hangs round and high It dodges clouds high in the sky The stars wink down their love and mirth The Autumn seasons is giving birth Oh it must be October The leaves of red bright gold and brown To Mother earth come tumbling down The breezy nights the ghostly sights The eerie spooky far off sounds Are signs that its October The pumpkin yellow big and round Are carried by costumed clumsy clowns Its Halloween lets celebrate Come one come all and don't be late We know now its October We'll roast and toast some luscious food For apples we'll be bobbin While tales are told around the fire Of timely ghosts and goblins Oh how we love October The moon has grown pale The stars have grown dim Our Halloween party is over With a hi-de-ho homeward we'll go What a delightful month October
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Board of Directors 2014 Lee Emery President (2014) (585)330-6328
Clark Smith Vice President (2015) (863)438-6929
Marilyn Smith Secretary (2015) (863)421-1018
Richard Gould Treasurer (2014) (863)422-5902
Barb Cowles Director (2014) (863)353-7336
Brian Lund Director (2014) (863)259-8054
ACTIVITIES CHAIRS These volunteers will not be hosting all the events but will be the ones finding hosts for the events and planning the dates. If you have any suggestions or need more information on these activities please contact the following: Birthdays/Anniversaries: Joanne Marko – 438-5011 Breakfast Out: Jane Biba – 422-6531 Early Bird Dinner: Margaret Conley – 353-7640 Dining By The Book: Marilyn Smith -421-1018 Entertainment: Clark Smith – 438-6929 Ladies Lunches: MaryAnn Donovan – 422-3465 Park Breakfast: Maria Combs – 438-6643 Karen Wilson – 353-2275 Potlucks: Eileen Lemay – 353-1108 Trips: Tammy Anthis – 353-1959
Gary Saunders Director (2014) (863)353-2901
Committee Chairs Activities & Gator Tales Tammy Anthis (863)353-1959 Phone Squad – Jane Biba (863)422-6531 Sunshine - Carol Gould (863)422-5902 Welcome – Bill Patelunas (863)421-2040
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Lake Hammock Village Activities
“Stitch & Such” Thursday, October 2nd 2:00 p.m.
Dining By The Book Thursday, October 9th Carpool 4:30 p.m.
Margaret Conley 353-7640 Meet us in the clubhouse for a time to get together with others and work on your needlework, crochet, and knitting. If you want to learn one of these crafts bring some supplies and we will get you started on a project. Everyone is welcome and be sure to bring your own supplies.
Marilyn Smith 421-1018 We will be using our Enjoyment Book Coupon to eat at D’oro Palazzo Italian Cuisine (2200 Posner Blvd., Davenport, 424-1100 ) Even if you don’t have a coupon book we hope you will join us for dinner.
Monthly Park Breakfast Saturday, October 4th 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Clubhouse Closed Tuesday, October 14th 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: $5 per person Florence Browning 605-2386
The clubhouse will be closed for Polk County Sheriff’s C.A.P. training program for the East side of Polk County.
This month in the clubhouse we will be serving French toast, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee.
HOA Meeting Tuesday, October 14th 7:00 p.m.
HOA Board Tuesday, October 7th 7:00 p.m.
Lee Emery (585) 330-6328
Lee Emery (585) 330-6328
The monthly HOA meeting will be in the clubhouse. Please take the time to attend the meeting to hear what is happening in your park.
The monthly Board of Directors meeting will be held in the clubhouse.
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Lake Hammock Village Activities Potluck Dinner Wednesday, Oct 15th 6:00 p.m.
Monthly SS Party Tuesday, October 21st 4:00 p.m.
Eileen Lemay 325-1108
Tammy & Gary Saunders 353-2901
Bring a dish to serve at least 8 people and your dishes & utensils. Drinks will be provided.
Come on over to 54 Glen Este Blvd. for a LHV get together. This is a great way to meet new neighbors or just sit and catch up on the news. Hope to see you.
Breakfast Out – R-Place Eatery Saturday, October 18th 8:15 a.m.
Ladies Lunch Wednesday, October 22nd Carpool 11:30 a.m.
Jane Biba 422-6531
MaryAnn Donovan 422-3465
This month we will be meeting at RPlace Eatery (35523 Hwy 27, Haines City 421-1304) for a delicious breakfast. Hope many of you will join us.
We will be eating lunch today at a new restaurant in Lake Alfred; Cornerstone Grill (175 E Haines Blvd., Lake Alfred 8758913). Come and join the ladies for a casual lunch.
Birthday, Anniversary Sunday, October 19th 6:30 p.m.
Activities Meeting Tuesday, October 28th 2:00 p.m.
Sharon & K.Z. Bowden 353-7676 Come celebrate October Birthdays and Anniversaries with cake and ice cream. A movie or a fun game of Michigan Rummy will follow at 7:00 p.m. if you wish to stay.
Tammy Anthis 353-1959 If you have ideas of activities, places to eat around the town or other things that you would like to see LHV do then please join us in the clubhouse as we plan our December activities. We enjoy having new ideas to explore.
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Lake Hammock Village Activities Early Bird Dining Tuesday, Oct. 28th Carpool 4:30 p.m.
Day Trip – Ellenton Premium Outlets Thursday, October 30th Carpool 9:00 a.m.
Margaret Conley 353-7640 We will be eating dinner tonight at Sizzling Grill (21400 Hwy 27, Lake Wales, 676-4898). Sizzling Grill is a full-service steak and seafood restaurant.
Ellenton Outlets have 130 outlet stores. You can check them out online to see the stores available. 5461 Factory Shops Blvd., Ellenton, FL.
Flu Shot Clinic Wednesday, October 29th 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Halloween Party/Potluck Friday, October 31st 5:30 p.m.
Renee DeJane
Bob & Brin McDonald 438-5241
Lake Hammock Village has teamed up with Walgreens Pharmacy to offer our residents flu and pneumonia immunizations. More information on page 10 flyer in Gator Tales.
Dress up if you want. Bring a dish to serve at least 8 people and your dishes & utensils. Drinks will be provided. Gift for best male and female costume.
***Sign-up sheets for these events are in the clubhouse. PLEASE sign up for events to help with our planning and making reservations. If you see that you can’t attend an event that you previously signed-up for PLEASE cross out your name on the sign-up sheet. Thanks.
COMING SOON!!
The Polk County 2015 Enjoyment Book will be available around November 1st. Great bargains from local stores and eateries. If interested call (863) 421-1018 or stop by 67 Sargent St. Marilyn Smith
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Join us for an evening of celebration. Learn how Relay For Life is saving lives in YOUR community! Hear from volunteers and cancer survivors from the Haines City & Davenport community that are making a difference. This kick-off event is open to all team captains, team members, walkers, survivors, caregivers, sponsors, and donors as well as anyone who is interested in getting involved and would like to join us in the fight against cancer.
Questions call Donna Barkley 232-9837
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Haines City & Davenport 2014 Kick Off Party
We Request Your Presence at a Celebration to Kick Off Relay For Life of Haines City & Davenport
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 â—?6:30pm Lake Eve Banquet Hall Haines City, Florida
RSVP by October 13, 2014 to: Patricia Wright (863) 688-2326 ext. 5509 or Patricia.Wright@cancer.org
Also, visit us on the web at:
www.relayforlife.org/hainescityfl
Please feel free to extend an invite to anyone who may be interested in learning more about the Relay For Life of Haines City and Davenport
**Team captains please invite your team members to this event.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2014 10:00 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FLU AND PNEUMONIA IMMUNIZATIONS AT LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE CLUB HOUSE
LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE HAS TEAMED UP WITH WALGREENS PHARMACY TO OFFER OUR RESIDENTS “ON SITE FLU AND PNEUMONIA IMMUNIZATIONS”
ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2014. INSURANCE FORMS ARE IN CLUBHOUSE AND IN OFFICE. PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN TO OFFICE BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 27TH. WALGREENS PHARMARCIST WILL COMPLETE THE FORMS FOR YOU. HAVE YOUR INSURANCE/MEDICARE APPROVED PRIOR TO RECEIVING YOUR IMMUNIZATION.
Available to your friends and family members as well.
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LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE
ANNUAL YARD SALE
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2014 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM **SIGN UP SHEET IN CLUBHOUSE**
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Get Well Wishes Jim Barkley – Home Judie Bott – Home Vita Destefano – Home Kathy Deuel – Home Debra Kemp - Home Betty Kretz – Heart of Florida Jack McQuade – Vienna Square Astoria Jeannette Spury - Home
Bev Corliss – Home Bonnie Fischer – Home Flo Mackey - Consulate Cathy Mullison – Home
If you know of anyone that is sick or in the hospital please let Carol Gould (422-5902) know so she can get a card to them. If you would like to be put on the prayer chain, contact Tammy Anthis (353-1959). ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
In Memoriam We want to extend our sympathy to the family and friends of: Shirley Foraker in the loss of her son in law Elliott Don & Sandy Nolt in the loss of their daughter in law George Palmer in the loss of his son in law in Arizona ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Thank you ALL; the helpers & cookie makers that helped to make Larry Dezinski’s farewell a meaningful service. Brin & Marian Thank you Brin McDonald for taking over the Memorials. Marian Spiegel Thank you to the Sunshine Committee for the get well card. Sharon Bowden I just want to say what a pleasure it’s been coming to Lake Hammock and meeting you all. Thank you for watching over my parents James & Donna Barkley (with what they have on their plate with the touchy situation) it helps put my mind to ease knowing this while I have to go home and take care of my family. Take care and see you all again. Tina Green/Barkley To Our Neighbors; Pete and I want to thank all of you for the kindness, calls, and cards for Maxine. She was an amazing companion and pet. We miss her dearly. Thank you, Pete & Helen Shevlin
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My family and I would like to thank everyone for their heartfelt kindness to Larry and myself. He really looked forward to all the visits from all of you including the two pets that use to visit him. He really seemed happier after all the visits. A very special thank you to everyone that helped make his memorial a very special day. He always talked about what a wonderful group of people live in Lake Hammock Village. Larry was right when he said “A park with a heart�. Thank you again for making his last days special to him. Our family in Pennsylvania wish to thank you also. Lorraine Dezinski & sister Joanne Marko and the rest of the family
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October Birthdays
1st 3rd 3rd 7th 11th 13th 16th 16th 18th 18th 19th 21st 21st 21st 23rd 23rd 24th 24th 25th 27th 27th 28th 31st
October Anniversaries
Karen Butcher Nancy Roy Lorraine Sharples Jim Mullison Dawn Maluchnick Marian Spiegel Dennis Green Gary Saunders Jack Conley Jeannine Growden Reta Cramer Charles Boston Lorraine Dezinski George Robertson Connie Marion Mona Morris Renee DeJane Helen Shevlin Jane Biba Terry DeJane Robert Post Phillip Greenfield Jeanine Miller
2nd 7th 9th 10th 12th 16th 16th 20th 30th
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Willard & Edna Davidson 60 years Merrill & Ellen Davis 8 years Wayne & Carol Saunders 49 years David & Mary Schnopp 33 years Peter & Helen Shevlin 12 years Robert & Janice Chapman 27 years Greg & Annaliese Schamerloh 21 years Clark & Joice Smith 24 years Charles & Debra Kemp 32 years
September LHV Volunteers HOA/Activities
Gator Tales Tammy Anthis - editor, photographer Donna Barkley – proofreader Andy & Nancy Belski - deliver papers Richard & Marian Spiegel – deliver papers
Tammy Anthis – Activities, Trips, Decorations Jane Biba – Breakfast out, Early Bird Dining Maria Combs – Activities Jack & Margaret Conley – Birthday Balloons Mary Ann Donovan – Ladies Lunch Carol Gould - Sunshine Committee Joanne Marko – Decorations Brin McDonale – Memorial Service David & Mary Schnopp - Librarians Marilyn Smith – Birthday Celebration, Dining by the Book Marian Spiegel - Information Board, Memorial Service
LHV RESIDENT PATROL To all the Lake Hammock Village Residents who patrolled our park in golf carts or walking. You are appreciated for doing it in this heat.
Wednesday Coffee Herman & Jane Biba KZ & Sharon Bowden Leon & Linda Martin
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SHOULD I REALLY JOIN FACEBOOK?? (PRICELESS)
When I bought my Blackberry, I thought about the 30-year business I ran with 1800 employees, all without a cell phone that plays music, takes videos, pictures and communicates with Facebook and Twitter. I signed up under duress for Twitter and Facebook, so my seven kids, their spouses, my 13 grand kids and 2 great grand kids could communicate with me in the modern way. I figured I could handle something as simple as Twitter with only 140 characters of space. That was before one of my grandkids hooked me up for Tweeter, Tweetree, Twhirl, Twitter on, Tweetie and Twitterific, Tweetdeck, Twitpix and something that sends every message to my cell phone and every other program within the texting world. My phone was beeping every three minutes with the details of everything except the bowel movements of the entire next generation. I am not ready to live like this. I keep my cell phone in the garage in my golf bag. The kids bought me a GPS for my last birthday because they say I get lost every now and then going over to the grocery store or library. I keep that in a box under my tool bench with the Blue tooth [its red] phone I am supposed to use when I drive. I wore it once and was standing in line at Barnes and Noble talking to my wife and everyone within 50 yards was glaring at me. I had to take my hearing aid out to use it, and I got a little loud. I mean the GPS looked pretty smart on my dash board, but the lady inside that gadget was the most annoying and rudest person I had run into in a long time. Every 10 minutes she would sarcastically say, "Re-calc-u-lating." You would think that she could be nicer. It was like she could barely tolerate me. She would let go with a deep sigh and then tell me to make a U-turn at the next light. Then if I made a right turn instead. Well, it was not a good relationship... When I get really lost now, I call my wife and tell her the name of the cross streets and, while she is starting to develop the same tone as Gypsy, the GPS lady, at least she loves me. To be perfectly frank, I am still trying to learn how to use the cordless phones in our house. We have had them for 4 years, but I still haven't figured out how I lose three phones all at once and have to run around digging under chair cushions, checking bathrooms, and the dirty laundry baskets when the phone rings. The world is just getting too complex for me. They even mess me up every time I go to the grocery store. You would think they could settle on something themselves but this sudden "Paper or Plastic?" every time I check out just knocks me for a loop. I bought some of those cloth reusable bags to avoid looking confused, but I never remember to take them with me.
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Now I toss it back to them. When they ask me, "Paper or plastic?" I just say, "It doesn't matter to me. I am bi-sacksual." Then it's their turn to stare at me with a blank look. I was recently asked if I tweet. I answered, No, but I do fart a lot." P.S. I know some of you are not over 60. I sent it to you to allow you to forward it to those who are. We senior citizens don't need anymore gadgets. The TV remote and the garage door remote are about all we can handle.
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Fun facts Two 12-ounce servings of freshly juiced apples, pears, carrots, celery and leafy greens can produce the same effect as twice the dosing of a laxative.
A rabbit sweats through the soft pads on its feet. About 30% of Americans flush the toilet while they’re still sitting on it. A hedgehog’s heart beats 300 times a minute on average. 7% of Americans claim they never bathe at all. Over 99% of your DNA sequence is the same as other people’s. A hurricane that hit Puerto Rico in 1928 dropped 30 inches of rain over the island. Franklin D. Roosevelt was the only U.S. President to be elected 4 times. Starfish are echinoderms, which are found in abundance in deep seas. Sigmund Freud postulated that dreams are the symbolic expression of frustrated desires that had been relegated to the unconscious mind.
The largest galaxies contain up to 400 billion stars. In Japan, the average number of eggs eaten each year by one person is 347.
SUNCREST SALES CORPORATION At Lake Hammock Village 36106 U.S. Highway 27 * Haines City, Florida www.lakehammock.com Email: sales@lakehammock.com
Lake Hammock Village Residents – Bring us a buying customer and receive $100.00
Office Hours
Sales Staff
Monday thru Friday * 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday and Sunday by Appointment Closed Holidays
Renee * Cell (863) 242-5400
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PRESIDENTIAL EVENTS IN OCTOBER 1st – 1924 – Jimmy Carter is born. 2nd – 1919 –Woodrow Wilson suffers a stroke. 3rd – 1863 - Lincoln proclaims official Thanksgiving holiday. 4th – 1822 - Rutherford B. Hayes is born. 5th – 1829 - President Chester Alan Arthur is born in North Fairfield, Vermont. 6th – 1996 - Bill Clinton debates Bob Dole. 7th – 2001 - President Bush announces military action in Afghanistan. 8th - 1998 - U.S. House of Representatives initiates Clinton impeachment inquiry. 9th – 1869 – President Grant announces death of former President Pierce. 10th – 1951 – Truman signs Mutual Security Act. 11th – 1975 – Bill Clinton marries Hillary Rodham. 12th – 1786 –A lovesick Thomas Jefferson composes a romantic and introspective letter to a woman named Maria Cosway.
13th – 1792 - White House cornerstone is laid.
14th – 1890 - Dwight D. Eisenhower is born. 15th – 1948 - Gerald Ford marries Elizabeth Bloomer. 16th – 1854 - Lincoln speaks out against slavery. 17th – 1974 – Ford explains his pardon of Nixon to Congress. 18th – 1962 - JFK records his impressions of secret meetings. 19th – 1796 – Editorial accuses Jefferson of affair with slave.
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PRESIDENTIAL EVENTS IN OCTOBER 20th – 1962 – The White House press corps is told that President John F. Kennedy has a cold; in reality, he is holding secret meetings with advisors on the eve of ordering a blockade of Cuba..
21st – 1921 – Harding publicly condemns lynching. 22nd – 1962 – JFK announces a blockade of Cuba. 23rd – 1890 – Benjamin Harrison issues a proclamation that extends the northern boundary of Nebraska into the Dakota Territory.
24th – 1951- Truman declares war with Germany officially over. 25th – 1764 - John Adams marries Abigail Smith. 26th – 2001 – George W. Bush signs the Patriot Act. 27th – 1858 - Theodore Roosevelt is born. 28th – 1886 – Grover Cleveland dedicates Statue of Liberty. 29th – 1901 – McKinley assassin is executed. 30th – 1735 - John Adams is born. 31st – 2000 - President Clinton stumps for his wife.
Just before the funeral services, the undertaker came up to the very elderly widow and asked, 'How old was your husband?' '98,' she replied... 'Two years older than me' 'So you're 96,' the undertaker commented.. She responded, 'Hardly worth going home, is it?
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COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Haines City (For more information call Parks & Recreation Department 421-3700) Every Wednesday - Farmers Market - Railroad Park – 8:00 am st 1 Friday of Month – Rock around the Block – Downtown Haines City by Library – 10:00 am – 6:00 pm 2nd Saturday of Month – Farmers Market/Crafts/Food Trucks – Tractor Supply Parking Lot – 9:00 – 2:00 pm rd
Bok Tower
Friday, Oct. 3 – Nature Walk – 8:00-10:00 am Thursday, Oct. 9th – Carillon Concert – 1:00 pm & 3:00pm Saturday, Oct. 18th – Boktoberfest plant sale – 8:00 am - 5:00 pm – free admission
Celebration Town Center
Saturday, Oct. 4th – Porch & Yard Sale – 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 11th – Art & Wine Stroll Friday, Oct. 17th & Saturday, Oct. 18th – Oktoberfest 2014 – 5:30-10:00 pm - free
Davenport Every Thursday – Farmers Market – 9:00 am – 3:00 pm – Visitor Information Center 101 Adventure Court nd 2 Saturday of Month – Cruise-In – Music of 50’s & 60’s – Hwy 17-92 & Bay St. – 4:00-8:00 pm
Kissimmee Every Sunday – Country Truck Cruise – Old Town – 7:00 pm Every Wednesday – Little Darlin’s Street Party & Cruise Party – Old Town - 6:00 pm Every Friday – Car Cruise – Old Town – 7:00 pm Every Saturday – Saturday Nite Cruise – Old Town
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1 Friday of month – First Friday in Lakeland – Munn Park – 6:00-9:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 4th – Buckler Arts & Craft Show – Lakeland Center - 10:00 am Friday, Oct. 10th – Classic Albums Live Presents The Beatles White Album – Lakeland Center – 8:00 pm Friday, Oct. 10th – Wrestling Live – Lakeland Center – 8:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 25th – Lakeland Beer Fest – Lakeland Center - 6:00 – 9:00 pm Thursday, Oct. 30th – Last Comic Standing Live Tour – Lakeland Center – 8:00 pm Oct. 30th & 31st – Florida Southern College “Second Stage: Anton in Show Business” – Fletcher Theater - $18 th nd Oct. 17 – November 2 – “The Adams Family” – Lakeland Community Theatre – $22 th
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Lakeridge Winery
Oct. 11 & 12 – Vintage Venture – 10:00 pm – 5:00 pm - $2
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Oct. 2 -4 , 9 -11 – “Moon Over Buffalo” – Polk State College – 2:30 pm - $8 Oct. 2nd-12th – “Mary Poppins” – Theatre Winter Haven 1st Friday of Month – Pickin’ in the Park – 6:00 pm 1st Saturday of Month – Cruisin’ Winter Haven – Central Park - 4:00-9:00 pm 2nd Friday of Month – Praise in the Park – 6:30 pm Oct. 10th – Annual Holiday Bazaar - 2110 Cypress Gardens Blvd - 8:00 am – 12:00 pm 3rd Friday of Month – Dulcimers in the Park – 5:30 pm Friday, Oct. 17th – Oktoberfest – Central Park Downtown – 6:00-9:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 18th – Fall Fest – 9:00 am – 3:00 pm – Polk State College Sunday, Oct. 19th – Over 55 Show Band – 2:00 pm – Polk State College - $10 Saturday, Oct. 18th – Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show - Lake Silver – 5:15 pm Friday, Oct. 31st – Cypress Gardens Halloween Water Ski Show - Lake Silver – 8:15 pm 4th Friday of Month – Strings at Scores – 58 4th Street NW – 6:00 pm 4th Saturday of Month – Downtown Market Day – Central Park – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
GREAT TRUTHS ABOUT LIFE THAT ADULTS HAVE LEARNED: 1) Raising teenagers is like nailing JELLO to a tree. 2) There is always a lot to be thankful for, if you take the time to look. For example, I'm sitting here thinking how nice it is that wrinkles don't hurt. 3) Car sickness is the feeling you get when the monthly payment is due. 4) Families are like fudge . . . mostly sweet, with a few nuts. 5) Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground. 6) Laughing helps. It's like jogging on the inside. 7) Middle age is when you choose your cereal for the fiber, not the toy. 8) My mind not only wanders; sometimes it leaves completely. 9) If you can remain calm, you just don't have all the facts. 10) You know you're getting old when you stoop to tie your shoes and wonder what else you can do while you're down there.
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C & D BUS TRIPS Signup sheets posted in the clubhouse on the bulletin board. Sign up early as trips do fill up fast.
Trip Biloxi Gamblers Delight Miracle on South Division St. Spirit of the Holidays in Savannah Dirty Dancing Down Town Disney “Barbara-Lee” 4 hour cruise Winter Park Playhouse presents The Rat Pack 4 hour historical cruise down the Caloosahatchee River Daytona 125’s Daytona 500
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314 Avenue K SE, Winter Haven, FL 33880 Office also in Celebration, Exit 62 www.StoneLawGroupFL.com
Look at these Lake Hammock Village Driveways *42 SARGENT ST.*52 SARGENT ST.*72 SARGENT ST.*83 REINEKE *137 SILVERCREST*148 GLEN ESTE BLVD*151 GLEN ESTE BLVD *157 GLEN ESTE COURT*170 GLEN ESTE BLVD* 175 GLEN ESTE BLVD *176 GLEN ESTE BLVD*201 GLEN ESTE COURT *205 GLEN ESTE COURT As I was nursing my baby, my cousin's six-year-old daughter, Krissy, came into the room. Never having seen anyone breast feed before, she was intrigued and full of all kinds of questions about what I was doing. After mulling over my answers, she remarked, 'My mom has some of those, but I don't think she knows how to use them.' Working as a pediatric nurse, I had the difficult assignment of giving immunization shots to children. One day, I entered the examining room to give four-year-old Lizzie her needle. 'No, no, no!' she screamed. 'Lizzie,' scolded her mother, 'that's not polite behavior.' With that, the girl yelled even louder, 'No, thank you! No, thank you!
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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. If you have any questions or suggestions about the Gator Tales, please contact me in person, by phone or in writing. I am always looking for ways to improve the newsletter. Gator Tales Staff: Tammy Anthis (Editor) 50 Sargent St (863)353-1959 tanthis@tampabay.rr.com
Donna Barkley Andy & Nancy Belski Richard & Marion Spiegel
Haines City Papa John's 36182 US Hwy 27 (863) 421-7777
Menu
Specialty Pizzas
Pizza Papa's Wings Chicken Poppers Cheesesticks Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks Breadsticks Family-sized Chocolate Chip Cookie Cinnapie Pepsi Beverages
The Works The Meats Garden Fresh Tuscan Six Cheese Spinach Alfredo BBQ Chicken & Bacon Hawaiian Spicy Italian John's Favorite
Request the Lake Hammock Village discount to receive 25% off regular menu prices on your entire order.
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Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday 1
8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 2:00 PM Stitch & Such 7:00 PM Dominoes
5 7:00 PM Michigan Rummy
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6 9:00 AM
19 6:30 PM Birthday/ Anniversary Celebration
Water Aerobics
Weight Loss
10:00 AM Shuffleboard
1:00 PM Hand & Foot
9:00 AM Water Aerobics
2:00 PM Billiards
7:00 PM HOA Board
7:00 PM Dominoes
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14
10:00 AM Shuffleboard
7:00 am – 5:00 pm Clubhouse closed
2:00 PM Billiards
7:00 PM HOA Meeting
20 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 10:00 AM Shuffleboard
7:00 PM Michigan Rummy
26 7:00 PM Michigan Rummy
8 8:15 Coffee
9:00 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Michigan Rummy
7 9:00 AM
2:00 PM Billiards
27 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 10:00 AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards
21 9:00 AM Weight Loss 1:00 PM Hand & Foot 4:00 PM SS Party 54 Glen Este Blvd
28 9:00 AM Weight Loss 12:00 PM Hand & Foot 2:00 PM ACTIVITIES 4:30 PM Early Bird Dining
15 8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 6:00 PM Potluck
Thursday 2
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast
Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 11:30 AM Ladies Lunch 7:00 PM Dominoes
29 8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 10 AM – 12:00 Flue Shots 7:00 PM Dominoes
3 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Pokeno
2:00 PM Billiards
7:00 PM CLR Game
9 8:00 AM
10 9:00 AM
Men's Breakfast 10:00 AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards 4:30 PM Dining by Book Doro Palazzo
16 8:00 AM Men's Breakfast
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1:00 PM Pokeno
17 9:00 AM
6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
18 8:15 AM Breakfast Out R-Eatery
7:00 PM CLR Game
6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
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10:00 AM Shuffleboard
1:00 PM Pokeno
2:00 PM Billiards
7:00 PM CLR Game
2:00 PM Billiards
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1:00 PM Pokeno
9:00 AM Water Aerobics
10:00 AM Shuffleboard
6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
Water Aerobics
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Men's Breakfast 9:00 AM Day Trip
8:00-9:00 am Park Breakfast
7:00 PM CLR Game
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast
30 8:00 AM
4
Water Aerobics
10:00 AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards
Saturday
Water Aerobics
10:00 AM Shuffleboard
7:00 PM Dominoes
22 8:15 AM
Friday
6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
31 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 1:00 PM Pokeno 5:30 PM Halloween Party/Potluck 7:00 PM CLR Game
Thursday, Oct. 9th – Dining by the Book - D’oro Palazzo (2200 Posner Blvd., Davenport) Wednesday, Oct. 22 – Ladies Lunch - Cornerstone Grill (175 E Haines Blvd., Lake Alfred) Tuesday, Oct. 28th – Early Bird – Sizzling Grill (21400 Hwy 27, Lake Wales)
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