Gator Tales June 2015
“The Park with A Heart”
Editor: Donna Barkley
Lake Hammock Village 36106 US Hwy 27 863-421-5764
4th OF JULY–COOKOUT
Board of Directors Clark Smith
Saturday – July 4th
Haines City FL 33844
President (2015) (863)438-6929
Jim Fischer Vice President (2016) (239)248-2597
Maria Combs Secretary (2016) (863)438-6643
Marilyn Smith Director (2015) (863)421-1018
1:00 PM @ Clubhouse Food and Drink provided ~ YOU bring the fun!
Richard Gould Treasurer (2016) (863)422-5902
Sharon Bowden Director (2015) (863) 353-7676
Jan Baczkiewicz Director (2016) (989)889-9498
Committee Chairs Gator Tales Donna Barkley (863)232-9837 Phone Squad Jane Biba (863)422-6531 Sunshine
Sign Up Sheets In Clubhouse PLEASE SIGN UP AS WE NEED ACCURATE COUNT FOR PURCHASE OF FOOD AND DRINK.
Carol Gould (863)422-5902 Welcome Clark Smith (863)438-6929 Marilyn Smith(863)421-1018 Memorials Brin McDonald (863) 438-5241
“Gator Tales” is available online at: http://floridacommunities. com/lake-hammock-newsletter.
A message from the President...
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Since my last writing, Memorial Day has come and gone, but I wanted to take this opportunity to express my thanks to all those who assisted with the service and the cookout. This year we instituted a perpetual plague, recognizing permanently our honored veterans, which is proudly displayed in the clubhouse. We included our 2014 veteran, Walter Paulovske, as well as this years’ inductee, Carol Hubbard, on the plague. In addition, this year our veterans received their own plagues as well, recognizing them and their branch of service. There are many new things being planned for our Lake Hammock Village family, as well. For example, we are going to institute a “Volunteer of the Year” program, the recognized volunteer to be chosen by the community. More of this will follow as we draw closer to October, but in essence the winner will be entitled to any ticketed events throughout 2016 for he/she and his/her significant other for free. In addition, he/she will be permanently recognized in the clubhouse (also, more to follow). It will be the HOA's way of saying “Thank You” to our valued volunteers. This year, for the first time that I can remember (I've only been here since 2012), we will be offering live musical entertainment, as well as, games and food at our pool party in August. This year, the food will consist of ribs and chicken as the main dish, and the entire event will be free to residents. As you can see, summer is turning into a busy time here in Lake Hammock Village. If you are here during any of our scheduled events, we encourage you to attend. Clark
July 4th Cookout 1:00 pm At Clubhouse Make & Take Crafts Thursday, July 9th 2:00 pm At the clubhouse
Activities Meeting Tuesday, July 21st 2:00 p.m. If you have ideas of activities, places to eat around town or other things that you would like to see LHV do, then please join us in the clubhouse as we plan our August activities. We enjoy having new ideas to explore.
Dining By the Book Thursday, July 9th Carpool 4:30 pm Marilyn Smith 421-1018 LaFiesta, 645 Ingraham Ave, Haines City Carpool at 4:30
Early Bird Dining Tuesday, July 28TH 4:30 p.m. Margaret Conley 353-7640 At Buffet City, 810 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven
Ladies’ Lunch Wednesday, July 15th Carpool 12:30 p.m. MaryAnn Donovan 422-3465 Twisted Teapot, 200-1st Street, Winter Haven
Get Well Wishes Mary Ann Donovan - Home Deb Kemp – Home Russ Landers – Home Doris Palte– Rehab Jane Whitley – Home Joyce Wright – Home If you know anyone who 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 Lori Johnsen 588-1599.
Park Breakfast Out Saturday, July 18th 8:15 a.m. At A & G Diner, 1174 Havendale Blvd, Winter Haven Birthday/Anniversary Celebration Sunday, July 19th 6:30 p.m. Margaret Conley 353-7640 & Joanne Marko 438-5011
Come celebrate July birthdays and anniversaries. This month’s celebration will be hosted by Jane Lallier and Joice Smith.
Condolences Our sympathy goes out to Merle Davis in the recent passing of his father. Caring thoughts from our community for you and your family at this time of sorrow. Our sympathy also goes out to Joyce Wright in the recent passing of her brother. Caring thoughts from our community for you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Memorials Thank you!! To our HOA board, HOA members and our community for your support and help with our Memorial program. It is greatly appreciated. I would like to introduce, to all of you, our Memorial Committee. Please contact us with any questions or needs you might have. Brin McDonald 863-438-5241 Florence Browning 863-353-9804 Sandy Blackman 863-353-9804 Dona Rawson 863-547-9326 I will be on vacation June 27th until July 27th. If you need anything during this time, please contact Dona Rawson. Thank you, Brin McDonald I would like to thank the Community and the many individuals who wished me well and a speedy recovery from my recent surgery. We are thankful that we live in such a caring and loving community. Joyce Wright We would like to thank everyone for their kindest thoughts and regards during Frank’s recent surgery. Frank and Karen Neugebauer Thank you to the Community and all individuals who expressed their sympathy in the recent unexpected death of my brother. Joyce Wright On behalf of the Community, a heartfelt thank you to Clark and Joice for the very beautiful Memorial Day Service. It truly honored all who have served and those who gave their lives for us. It took a tremendous amount of time and effort to plan, prepare, and present it. Again, thank you! We would like to thank everyone for the kind thoughts, prayers and visits while Jane Whitley was in the hospital. She is doing much better now. Thank you everyone. Clark & Joice Smith
Activities Chairs These volunteers will not be hosting all the events, but they 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: Activities: Maria Combs 438-6643 / Joanne Marko 438-5011 Birthdays/Anniversaries: Joanne Marko 438-5011 Breakfast Out: Jane Biba 422-6531 Bus Trips: Joanne Marko 438-5011 Early Bird Dinner: Margaret Conley 353-7640 Dining by the Book: Marilyn Smith 421-1018 Entertainment: Clark Smith 438-6929 Ladies Lunches: Mary Ann Donovan 422-3465 Park Breakfast: Maria Combs 438-6643 / Karen Wilson 353-2275 Potlucks: Eileen Lemay 353-1108 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 needs to be submitted to Donna by the 20th of every month. If you have any questions or suggestions about the Gator Tales, please contact Donna by email, phone or drop a note in the box on her screen porch. We are always looking for ways to improve. Gator Tales Staff Donna Barkley (Editor) 172 Glen Este Blvd. 232-9837 donna.barkley@aol.com Sharon Bowden P J Roberts Andy & Nancy Belski Richard & Marion Speigel
July Birthdays 1 1 4 5 6 7 9 9 13 13 13 14 15 16 16 20 25 26 27 28 31
Joe Kifus Bob McDonald Bonnie Fischer Sue Elkington Debbie Bialecki RachelJoy Strom Dan Deuel Rex Lingruen Dona Rawson Betty Larry Marge Love Gerardo Gonzalez Harry Webb Wanda Hensley Tim Stump Jimmy Rodriguez Herb Hunt Stephanie Strom Linda Herman Bob Renka Norm Brake
(If we have missed your birthday, please let us know!)
July Anniversaries 1 1 2 10 13 15 15 23 27 28 29
Jim & Sue Huber Calvin & Dawn Maluchnick Gary & Geraldine Harrer Scott & Perky Schmauder Don & Ruth Ives Norm & Jan Baczkiewicz Reg & Linda Herman Mark & Stacy Anthis Don & Shirley Hinds Rex & Kaye Lingruen Don & Linda VanDeman
(If we have missed your anniversary, please let us know!)
Volunteer Corner Introducing Lake Hammock Village Librarians, Dave and Mary Schnopp. Dave and Mary have been shelving books for us for about five years. They also volunteer in other capacities around the park, including CAP duty. All of our books are donated. If you have finished a good book, go ahead and donate it at the clubhouse. Note: Due to limited space, boxes of books are too much to handle. Any duplicate books are damaged, moldy, etc. will be re-donated. Thank you Dave and Mary for keeping our books in order!
HELP WANTED: * Grill Master- The HOA is seeking a “Grill Master” for our August 23rd pool party. The selected individual must be willing to arrive approximately 2 hrs prior to the start of the party (party starts at 4:00 PM) and be willing to share his/her skills in correctly preparing, cooking, and bar-b-queing a fine selection of chicken and ribs. All necessary equipment and supplies will be furnished. * Front Gate Security- The HOA is actively seeking a front gate security person(s) for Wednesday night Bingo. The selected individual(s) must be available from 5:00 PM- 6:30 PM. Responsibilities are allowing nonresidents to enter the community for the sole purpose of playing Bingo. Although “CAP” members are encouraged to volunteer, this is not a “CAP” assignment as you will be outside the front gate. Sign up sheets are also available in the clubhouse. * Community Reporter- The HOA is actively seeking a “Community Reporter” who might be willing to assist as a contributor to our monthly “Gator Tales”. Responsibilities would be to interview a resident on a monthly basis and write a brief article about that resident. Such information as where their from, where they worked, family, what brought them to Florida, lifetime and career accomplishments etc are topics that would be of interest. For information or questions on any of the positions offered above, please contact Clark Smith, (863)438-6929.
ALL OF THE ABOVE POSITIONS ARE OFFERED AT NO PAY AND NO BENEFITS!!!! WE DO, HOWEVER, OFFER YOU A GREAT, BIG
THANK YOU!!!
Lake Hammock Village Pool Party and Bar-b-q
Sunday, August 23rd, 2015 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
COME ENJOY AN AFTERNOON OF MUSIC, GAMES AND FOOD!!! PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO WINNERS!
LIVE MUSIC FEATURING
“FLORIDA RICK” Please Bring a Side Dish for Others to Share!!!!!!!
Pool Party August 23 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM (or longer) This year for our pool party, the HOA Board of Directors has agreed to offer ribs and chicken quarters to our residents as the main dish. We encourage those attending to bring a side dish, dessert, bread, etc for others to share. Since ribs and chicken quarters are an upgrade to hamburgers and hot dogs, the following procedures will be implemented: (1) In order to have enough food for all, you MUST sign up as attending with the number of persons. (2) Names will be checked off at the door and a ticket will be given for each person. (3) ONLY THOSE WHO HAVE SIGNED UP WILL BE GIVEN A TICKET!!! (4) This ticket is to be presented at the time you get your meal (5) Only those who have a ticket will be allowed ribs and/or chicken, however, if you have not signed up, and there is any left, you will be welcome to it. We are sorry if this procedure may prove to be an inconvenience, but with the cost of ribs and chicken, we are making every effort to control and limit any waste. Thanks for your cooperation.
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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
Monday thru Friday * 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday and Sunday by Appointment Closed Holidays
Sales Staff
Phil * Cell (863) 307-9686
Free Blow Dry with Haircut with “DALE” ONLY WHEN YOU MENTION “LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE”
Sunday
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Monday
6 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 2:00 PM Billiards 6:30 PM Shuffleboard
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13 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 2:00 PM Billiards 6:30 PM Shuffleboard
Tuesday
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Wednesday 1
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8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Bingo
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 10AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards
8 1:00 PM Hand & Foot 7:00 PM Dominoes
12:00 PM Hand & Foot 7:00 PM Dominoes
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Friday 3
Saturday 4
9:00 AM Water Aerobics
1:00 PM Pokeno 7:00 PM CLR Game
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 10AMShuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards 2:00 PM Craft Day 4:30 PM Dining by Book
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8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 12:30 PM Ladies Lunch
8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 10:00 AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards
8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Bingo
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Thursday
1:00 PM July 4th Cookout 6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
11 9:00 AM
Water Aerobics
1:00 PM Pokeno 7:00 PM CLR Game
6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
18 9:00 AM
Water Aerobics
1:00 PM Pokeno 7:00 PM CLR Game
8:15 AM Breakfast Out Lake Alfred Diner 6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
7:00 PM Bingo
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20
6:30 PM Birthday Anniversary Celebration
9:00 AM Water Aerobics 2:00 PM Billiards 6:30 PM Shuffleboard
21 12:00 PM Hand & Foot 2:00 PM Activities Mtg 7:00 PM Dominoes
22 CLUBHOUSE CLOSED FROM 8-5 FOR CAP TRAINING 9:00 AM Water Aerobics
23 8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 10:00 AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards
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25 9:00 AM
Water Aerobics
6:30 PM Ladies’ Poker
1:00 PM Pokeno 7:00 PM CLR Game
7:00 PM Bingo
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27 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 2:00 PM Billiards 6:30 PM Shuffleboard
28 1:00 PM Hand & Foot
4:30 PM Early Bird Dining 7:00 PM Dominoes
29 8:15 AM Coffee 9:00 AM Water Aerobics 7:00 PM Bingo
30 8:00 AM Men's Breakfast 10:00 AM Shuffleboard 2:00 PM Billiards
31 9:00 AM Water Aerobics
1:00 PM Pokeno 7:00 PM CLR Game
Wednesday, July 15th – Ladies Lunch - Twisted Teapot, 200-1st Street, Winter Haven. Carpool at 12:30 pm Early Bird – Tuesday, July 28th – Buffet City, 810 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven Carpool 4:30 at the clubhouse.