Gator Tales JULY 2017
“The Park with A Heart”
Editor: Joice Smith
Lake Hammock Village 36106 US Hwy 27 Haines City FL 33844 863-421-5764
Board of Directors Joyce Wright President (2018) (224)545-4846
Joyce Middleton
Vice President (2018) (863) 353-5477
Maria Combs Secretary (2019) (863) 438-6643
Richard Gould Treasurer (2019) (863) 422-5902 Clark Smith Director (2018) (863) 438- 6929 Art Stanley Director (2019) (863) 353-2690 Calvin Maluchnick Director (2019) (814) 279-9966
Committee Chairs Activities Maria Combs 863-438-6643 Joanne Marko – 863-438-5011 Gator Tales Joice Smith 863-438-6929 Sunshine Carol Gould (863)422-5902 Welcome Maria Combs (863)438-6643
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FOURTH OF JULY COOKOUT HOSTED BY: LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE MANAGEMENT WHEN: TUESDAY, JULY 4TH, 2016 AT LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE CLUBHOUSE TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
FEATURING: HAMBURGERS HOT DOGS BAKED BEANS POTATO SALAD CAKE AND ICE CREAM AND BEVERAGES COME AND ENJOY A DAY WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS.
YOU CAN ALSO ENJOY A DIP IN THE POOL.
Marilyn Smith (863)421-1018 Memorials Dona Rawson – (863)547-9326 Debbie Bialecki- (863)422-8296
“Gator Tales” is available online at: http://floridacommunities. com/lake-hammock-newsletter.
June 1, 2017 To: Polk County Utilities Water and Reclaimed Water Customers and Citizens within Unincorporated Polk County The Governing Board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District has announced Modified Phase III Water Shortage Restrictions for Polk County, effective June 5, 2017 through August 1, 2017. The Phase III water shortage changes watering schedules and prohibits wasteful and unnecessary water use. Please note that these restrictions apply to everyone using potable (drinking) water supplied by Polk County Utilities, private wells, or surface water sources. For reclaimed water customers, your irrigation dates and times will not change. Under Phase III, Polk County Utilities will allow lawn and landscape watering from groundwater sources ONE DAY PER WEEK, as noted below: Address Numbers for Homes or Businesses… Ending in 0 or 1 Ending in 2 or 3 Ending in 4 or 5 Ending in 6 or 7 Ending in 8 or 9 No address (community common areas, etc.) • • •
May only irrigate on… Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Friday
On the designated watering days, one may irrigate lawns and landscape between midnight and 8 a.m. or between 6 p.m. and midnight, regardless of property size. Hand watering or micro-irrigation of plants (other than lawns) can be done on any day at any time, if needed. New lawns and plants may qualify for a 60-day establishment period (at least 50% of the area to be irrigated must be new plant material). On days 1-30 they may be watered any day of the week. During days 31-60, they may be watered every other day. Even-numbered addresses on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Odd-numbered addresses may be watered on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
**Reclaimed Water Customers**: Note that your times and dates will not change. Reclaimed water customers may water between midnight and 10:00 A.M. or between 4:00 P.M. and midnight, as follows: 1) homes or businesses with even addresses may water on Thursday and/or Sunday only; 2) homes or businesses with odd addresses may water on Wednesday and/or Saturday only; 3) properties where no address can be determined and all common areas may water on Tuesday and/or Friday only. If you are interested in finding out if reclaimed water service is available in your area, please contact Polk County Utilities Customer Service at (863) 298-4100. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Polk County Utilities Water Resource Enforcement Office at (863) 298-4211. Further information is available on the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s website (www.WaterMatters.org), as well as on the Polk County Board of County Commissioners’ website (www.polkcounty.net/boccsite/County-Services/Watering-Schedule-and-Restrictions). Thank you for your cooperation. POLK COUNTY UTILITIES
WHEN: TUESDAY, JULY 4TH, 2017 WHERE: LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE CLUBHOUSE TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 pm HOSTED BY: THE LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE OFFICE MANAGEMENT
FEATURING: HOT DOGS HAMBURGERS POTATO SALAD BAKED BEANS ICE CREAM AND CAKE BEVERAGES
FREE TO ALL
A message from the President….
Dear Friends and Neighbors, It’s July and we will be celebrating Independence Day. It is also called the 4th of July, which commemorates the adoption of the “Declaration of Independence” on July 4, 1776. This day is a day of parades, barbecues, fairs. ballgames, fireworks, and picnics with family and friends. Please remember to attend the 4th of July celebration at the clubhouse. It is from 1 PM to 3 PM and is being given by the Management and LHV owners. A delicious meal is planned, so come and enjoy with your neighbors and friends. The end of June saw us entering our “rainy season”. Our wish for rain has finally come. We now see our yards turning green and our ponds filling with water. “Our” alligator has grown and we have a pair of ducks in the other pond each early morning. So, enjoy your sunny mornings, before the rain begins. No matter what you do or where you are, please enjoy, have fun, and travel safely, because your home and friends at LHV are always waiting for everyone to return safely. Have a safe and great summer, Joyce
July 4th Cookout Tuesday, July 4th 1:00 – 3:00 pm Hosted by: LHV Office & Management Join us for a cookout of Hotdogs, hamburgers, potato salads, and bake beans. Also there will ice cream and cake. Beverages will be provided. -
Make and Take Craft Day Thursday, July 6th 2:00 pm Come and Celebrate RachelJoy’s birthday. Sandy Blackman 353-9804 $2.00 Fee
Dining by the Book Thursday, July 13th Carpool 4:30 pm Marilyn Smith 421-1018 Giovanni’s NY Pizza 6959 Cypress Garden Blvd., Winter Haven Meet at clubhouse 4:30pm (Deadline to sign up to attend is three days before the event).
Birthday/Anniversary Celebration Sunday, July 16th 6:30 PM - Clubhouse Dona Rawson 547-9326 & Joanne Marko 438-5011 Come celebrate July birthdays and anniversaries. Hostesses for July will be Mary Ann Donovan and Wanda Stanley.
Activities Meeting Tuesday, July 18th 2:00pm – Clubhouse 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.
Ladies Lunch Wednesday, July 19th Carpool 11:30 am Pat Bergstrom 740-624-6903 D’ora Palazzo 2200 Posner Blvd, Posner Park, Davenport, FL Meet at Clubhouse at 11:30 am (Deadline to sign up to attend is three days before the event).
Early Bird Dining Tuesday, July 25th Carpool 4:30 p.m. Margaret Conley (353-7640) Southern Dunes, Haines City, FL (Deadline to sign up to attend is three days before the date of the event)
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: Marge Love (815)978-7427 Bus Trips: Joanne Marko 438-5011 Early Bird Dinner: Margaret Conley 353-7640 Dining by the Book: Marilyn Smith 421-1018 Entertainment: Ladies’ Lunches: Pat Bergstrom – 740-624-6903 Park Breakfast: Maria Combs 438-6643 / Karen Wilson 434-248-6431 Memorial: Dona Rawson – 863-547-9326 Debbie Bialecki – 863-422-8296
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 me by the 20th of every month. If you have any questions or suggestions about the Gator Tales, please contact Joice Smith by email or phone. We are always looking for ways to improve. Gator Tales Staff Joice Smith (Editor) 121 Silver crest 863-438-6929 joicesmith89@gmail.com Judy Page Andy & Nancy Belski Richard & Marion Spiegel
On June 14th, 2017 we lost a resident here at Lake Hammock Village. Jerry Butler was a happy fun loving person with a smile on his face all the time. He was always ready to help in any way he could. He and Joan were very active with the Relay of Life in Haines City and also with several activities in the park. My fondest memory of him is that he loved doing the Easter Golf Cart parade and he always had a special Easter hat that he wore. Joan will be returning to her Lake Hammock home sometime in the near future. Let’s all keep her and the family in our thoughts and prayers. We should all remember that our lives here on this earth is very short. We should all live every day to the fullest as Jerry did. Joice Smith
ANNIVERSARIES 1st 1st 2nd 10th 13th 15th 15th 23rd 27th 28th 29th
Jim & Sue Huber - 56 yrs. Calvin & Dawn Maluchnick – 39 yrs. Gary & Geraldine Harrer – 51 yrs. Jim & Millie Curry – 30 yrs. Don & Ruth Ives – 35 yrs. Norm & Jan Baczkiewicz – 45 yrs. Reg & Linda Herman – 45 yrs. Mark & Stacy Anthis – 27 yrs. Don & Shirley Hinds – 54 yrs. Rex & Eileen Lingruen – 45 yrs. Don & Linda Van Deman – 45 yrs.
(If we have missed your anniversary, please let us know)
BIRTHDAYS 1st 1st 1st 4th 5th 6th 8th 9th 9th 13th 13th 14th 15th 16th 16th 16th 20th 21st 24th 25th 26th 26th 27th 28th 31st
Joe Kifus Bob McDonald Arthur Stanley Bonnie Fischer Sue Elkington RachelJoy Strom Jane Toothman Dan Deuel Rex Lingruen Dona Rawson Marge Love Gerardo Gonzalez Harry Webb Wanda Hensley Tim Stump Gloria Bitner Jimmy Rodriguez Debbie Bialecki Jo Chaney Herb Hunt Stephanie Strom Marsha Rounds Linda Herman Rob Renka Norm Brake
Hacy and I would like to thank everyone for their cards, prayers, kindness, and other expressions of concern during Hacy’s surgery and recovery. Hacy & Joyce Wright
Adult Card Making@Home If you would like to try adult coloring/card making and you are unable to come to the clubhouse for group session please contact Dona Rawson @ 863-547-9326 and she will come to your home. Book Club The first meeting of the Book Club was held May 17th. “The Residence” Inside the Private World of the White House Author: Kate Anderson Brower – Spent four years covering the Obama adminstration for Bloomberg news. Previously worked at CBS News in New York and Fox News in Washington D.C. Writer for the Washington Post, Bloomberg, Businessweek, and Washingtonian. She lives outside Washington D.C. now with husband and two children. Reviewed on June 8th , Book Club Meeting
(If we have missed your birthday please let know)
Get Well Cards Karem Dalep – Home - Surgery Audrey Molnar – Home - Surgery Vito Destefano – Home- Surgery Nyla Sharp – Home Sally Philllips -Home Rich Williams – Home Chuck Kluxdal - Home
Sympathy Joan Butler – Loss of her husband Jerry Butler – June 14th, 2017.
This is Kate Anderson Brower’s first book. When on the staff of Bloomberg News, she attended at White House given by Michelle Obama. She was impressed by a butler who seemed… “to drift noiselessly in and out of the room.” The table of contents is not chronological. It is actual set up to focus on specific groups of events and reveals the same staff members and interations through the years. Some staff were hired as early as 1941. Her chapter headings prove to be very compelling as she depicts the staff and workings of the residence itself: Controlled Chaos, Discretion, Devotion, Extraordinary Demands, Dark Days, Sacrifice, Race and the Residence, Backstairs Gossip and Michief, Growing Up in the White House and Heartbreak and Hope. The next book to Read “The Pianoraft” by Sara Alexi, Published January 26, 2017.
Photo by: Sharon Bowden Fred and Pat Gagne Fred and Pat hail from Hooksett, New Hampshire and have been married 41 years. They have been blessed with two daughters and two grandchildren. Prior to moving to 98 Reineke, they owned a time share and traveled to Florida for vacation, often discussing retiring to the state which they plan to do in July. Pat worked for the state of New Hampshire for 32 years as a Human Resources Administrator. Fred has been a catholic school teacher for 28 years. In addition, Fred is a published author, having written a book entitled “Much Needed Sunshine”, which is available on Amazon. He is also an actor in Community Theater. Fred's favorite characters are “Tevye” in “Fiddler on the Roof” and the cowardly lion in the “Wizard of Oz”. While Fred acted, Pat would work as a backstage manager. Both Pat and Fred enjoy golf and plan on participating in activities once they move in full time in July. Keep an eye out for them and when you see them, introduce yourself and welcome them to LHV.
Submitted by, Marian Spiegel
At the final Relay for Life meeting, on June 19th, the Lake Hammock Village Relay For Life team was awarded a Gold Team Certificate for raising over $5,000. The team was also the recipient of the “Team Spirit” trophy. Dawn Maluchnick received Second Place for Individual Fundraiser for the Haines City and Davenport area. Watch for information in the Fall regarding next year’s Relay for Life Activities.
LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE RESIDENTS: At the monthly Polk County Sherriff’s C.A.P. Coordinators meeting an Educational program was presented by the Polk County Emergency Operation Center regarding the weather with emphasis on Polk County and the effects of El Nino. If you would like to receive emails regarding the weather featuring Polk County send your request to Billy Abernathy at billyabernathy@polk-county.net. Just put in Subject line: Please add me to your email list. He will email to you daily the weather forecast/information and weather alerts for Polk County.
Practice HEAT SAFETY Wherever You Are… Outdoors: Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade, and stay hydrated Indoors: Check up on the elderly, sick and those without AC Job Sites: Stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade as often as possible Vehicles: Never leave kids or pets unattended – LOOK before you LOCK Florida summers are hot; most summers see heat waves in one or more parts of the United States. Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year and even more heat-related illnesses. The Heat Index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature. To find the Heat Index temperature, look at the Heat Index Chart below or check our Heat Index Calculator. As an example, if the air temperature is 96°F and the relative humidity is 65%, the heat index--how hot it feels--is 121°F. The red area without numbers indicates extreme danger. The National Weather Service will initiate alert procedures when the Heat Index is expected to exceed 105°-110°F (depending on local climate) for at least 2 consecutive days.
During extremely hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is challenged. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperature rises and you or someone you care about may experience a heat-related illness. It is important to know the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides a list of warning signs and symptoms of heat illness, and recommended first aid steps. Some of these symptoms and steps are listed below…..
Heat Cramps Heat cramps may be the first sign of heat-related illness, and may lead to heat exhaustion or stroke. Symptoms: Painful muscle cramps and spasms usually in legs and abdomen Heavy sweating First Aid: Apply firm pressure on cramping muscles or gently massage to relieve spasm. Give sips of water unless the person complains of nausea, then stop giving water
Heat Exhaustion Symptoms: Heavy sweating Weakness Cool, pale, clammy skin Fast, weak pulse Possible muscle cramps Dizziness Nausea or vomiting Fainting First Aid: Move person to a cooler environment Lay person down and loosen clothing Apply cool, wet cloths to as much of the body as possible Fan or move victim to air conditioned room Offer sips of water If person vomits more than once, seek immediate medical attention.
Heat Stroke Symptoms: Altered mental state One or more of the following symptoms: throbbing headache, confusion, nausea, dizziness, shallow breathing Body temperature above 103°F Hot, red, dry or moist skin Rapid and strong pulse Faints, loses consciousness First Aid: Heat stroke is a severe medical emergency. Call 911 or get the victim to a hospital immediately. Delay can be fatal. Move the victim to a cooler, preferably air-conditioned, environment. Reduce body temperature with cool cloths or bath. Use fan if heat index temperatures are below the high 90s. A fan can make you hotter at higher temperatures. Do NOT give fluids. Source: Polk County Emergency Operation Center Billy Abernathy, FPEM Submitted by: Renee DeJane, LHV C.A.P. Coordinator
LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE 2017
SUNCREST SALES CORPORATION At Lake Hammock Village 36106 U.S. Highway 27 Haines City, Florida (863) 421-5764 or (866) 741-1239 www.lakehammock.com Email: phil@lakehammock.com
Lake Hammock Village Residents – Bring us a buying customer on any resale and receive $100.00. Receive $400 if they purchase a new home or build a new home.
Office Hours
Monday thru Friday * 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday * 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday by Appointment Closed Holidays
Sales Staff
Phil Nespeca * Cell (863) 307-9686
LHV Residents Corner SHELLY'S CLEANING SERVICE I am a resident in Lake Hammock Village. I take pride in my work. Call or drop me an email or just stop by my house and we can schedule an appointment.
A Place for our Residents’ Services
Household Handy Man Bruce Lemay 863-353-1108 33 Silver Crest Dr. General maintenance and home repair. No job too small; call or stop by for estimate
shelly.shaffer81@yahoo.com 910-624-8925 58 Sargent St.
* I bring my own supplies and vacuum.
Handy Man at your Service
Donna Barkley Bonded Notary Public 863-232-9837
Jerry Sibila Cell Phone: 910-876-7221 No job too small!! Give me a call and we can discuss what you need done. OR stop by my house and see what we’ve done inside. 58 Sargent Street Floors – Plumbing – Ceiling Fans – Painting – Landscaping – Household Repairs – ETC.
$10.00 per signing
LHV Residents Corner Randy Bergstrom 42 Sargent Street 740-454-2819 DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THIS, THAT, OR THE OTHER THING?
Well maybe I can help. I was a plumber by trade for nearly 40 years and ended my career as a Building and Plumbing Inspector for the state of Illinois.
A Place for our Residents’ Services
Fabulous Skin Care
Clarice Klepadlo Independent Beauty Consultant 52 Sargent Street 363-438-2309 or 315-271-5490 CATALOGES AVAILABLE IN CLUBLUHOUSE ALWAYS A 20% DISCOUNT
If you have a question about plumbing or electric, feel free to give me a call. I am not able to physically do the work but I can guide and advise you in the right direction before you spend your money.
Are you interested in moving towards a more Holistic approach to health and wellness? Are you wondering what the craze about essential oils is all about? I would love to share this information with you. Please contact me at: Gloria Bitner, RN, BSN Wellness Advocate 160 Glen Este Ct. 989-992-6949 CATALOGS AND BUSINESS CARDS AVAILABLE IN CLUBHOUSE. 25% DISCOUNT.
@ExclusiveCrPl
ExclusiveCruisePlanners
Saturday 1 6:30 - Ladies Poker
8 8:30 - Breakfast Out R-Eatery 6:30 - Ladies Poker
15 6:30- Ladies Poker
22 6:30 - Ladies Poker
29 6:30 - Ladies Poker
Sunday 2
9
16 6:30 PM Birthdays and Anniversaries
23
29
Monday 3 9:30 Water Aerobics 10:30- Shuffleboard 1:00 - Hand & Foot
10 9 9:30 Water Aerobics 10:30- Shuffleboard 1:00 - Hand & Foot
4
31
51
6
Thursday
30
8:00 - Mens Breakfast 10:30 - Shuffleboard 2:00 - Billiards 7:00 - Dominoes
27
8:00 - Mens Breakfast 10:30 - Shuffleboard 2:00 - Billiards 7:00 - Dominoes
20
8:00 - Mens Breakfast 10:30 - Shuffleboard 2:00 - Billiards 4:30 - Dine by Book 7:00 - Dominoes
13
8:00 - Mens Breakfast 10:30 - Shuffleboard 2:00 - Craft Day 2:00 - Billiards 7:00 - Dominoes
Wednesday
12
8:15 - Coffee/Donuts 9:30 - Water Aerobics 6:30 - Bingo
JULY 2017 Tuesday 10:00 - Petanque 1:00 - 3:00 4th of July Cookout at Clubhouse
11
26
8:15 - Coffee/Donuts 9:30 - Water Aerobics 11:30 - Ladies Lunch 6:30 - Bingo
19
8:00 - 12:00 8:15 - Coffee/Donuts Pool closed for Maint. 9:30 - Water Aerobics 6:30 - Bingo
18
10:00 - Petanque
13 17 9
10:00 - Petanque 2:00 - Activties Mtg.
10:00 - Petanque
10:00 - Petanque 8:15 - Coffee/Donuts 9:30 - Water Aerobics 4:30 - Early Bird Dining 6:30 - Bingo
25
9:30 Water Aerobics 10:30- Shuffleboard 1:00 - Hand & Foot
24 24 9:30 Water Aerobics 10:30 -Shuffleboard 1:00 - Hand & Foot
30 9:30 Water Aerobics 10:30 -Shuffleboard 1:00 - Hand & Foot
Friday
7
9:30 - Water Aerobics 1:00 - Pokeno 2:00 - Color & Stitch 7:00 CLR
14
9:30 - Water Aerobics 1:00 Pokeno 2:00 - Color & Stitch 7:00 CLR
21
28
9:30 - Water Aerobics 1:00 Pokeno 2:00 - Color & Stitch 7:00 CLR
9:30 - Water Aerobics 1:00 Pokeno 2:00 - Color & Stitch 7:00 CLR