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KINGS RIDGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Flory Barahona, LCAM, Association Manager
fbarahona@lelandmanagement.com
Joy Irwin, Events Coordinator jirwin@lelandmanagement.com
• Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1. Clubhouse will be closed.
• Music Trivia. NEW EVENT! Saturday, Sept. 13. Tickets on sale now for $10 per person plus tax.
• Halloween Dance Party, Saturday, Oct. 25. Tickets on sale Friday, Sept. 12, $12 person plus tax. Entertainment by Kaleidoscope Duo.
• Jive Talkin’ Bee Gees Tribute. Saturday, Nov. 15. Tickets on sale Friday, Sept. 19 $25 per person plus tax.
• MINGO. Friday, Nov. 7. Tickets on sale Friday, Sept. 26. $7 per person plus tax. Hosted by DJ Luke.
• New Years Eve Bash. Wednesday, Dec. 31. Tickets on sale now for $45 per person plus tax. Entertainment by DJ Reese. ONGOING ACTIVITIES
• Blood pressure and balance checks, 10-11 a.m first Tuesday.
• Food Truck Thursdays, two trucks each week beginning at 4 p.m. Trucks and prices subject to change. Weather permitting.
• Happy Healthy Birthday/Anniversary, third Thursday each month.
• KR Canvas Creations Paint Class, third Monday each month.
• Social Hours are the second and fourth Fridays of each month. Changes will be posted in the Clubhouse and an email blast sent out. Light snacks served and BYOB.
CLUBHOUSE
• 1900 Kings Ridge Boulevard, (352) 242-9653.
• Management staff available Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Closed Wednesday from 2 to 3 p.m. for staff meetings and training.
• Clubhouse is open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday, noon to 6 p. m.
• The Fire Department tested the auto fire shut off on the new Trane HVAC unit on the Clubhouse rooftop.
• To access the kitchen, use your Kings Ridge ID Badge on the automatic door entry device on the left side of the wall. The access system is unlocked when the Clubhouse is open. To obtain ice from the kitchen, please note the Clubhouse and Office hours of operation for access, specifically on Sunday.
• Fitness Class tickets must be purchased before the class starts. Tickets are $3 plus tax = $3.21. Cash or checks are accepted. Give your ticket to the instructor; they cannot accept cash.
• Do not walk pets inside or around the Clubhouse, pool, sports courts, and North Spa.
NORTH SPA
• Address is 2150 Caxton Avenue.
• The North Spa building was pressure washed and painted.
• North Spa Lap & Resort Pool, Gym, Hot Tub, Cold Plunge, Sauna & Steam Room are open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Plan to be out by 10 p.m. Access after hours is not available.
CLUBHOUSE, NORTH SPA & POOL AREAS
• Tennis Courts 1 & 2 are complete and ready to be enjoyed.
• Clubhouse & North Spa Pools are open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. The access ID system unlocks at 6 a.m. & locks at 10 p.m.
• To access the pool gates, use your Kings Ridge ID badge on the automatic door entry devices.
• No food or beverages are allowed in the Pool, Spa or Spa Pool deck. Commercial water in plastic bottles is allowed on the pool wet deck.
• Fitness Center at the Clubhouse, Clubhouse Gym are open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. On Sunday, enter through the pool gates. Monthly preventive maintenance was performed.
• Observe amenities and building closure times. Plan to be out of the buildings by 10 p.m. There is no access after hours.
• Proper attire is required while using the amenities. Do not operate gym equipment with wet clothes or inappropriate shoes.
• Limit your time when others are waiting to use the amenities. A 30-minute interval is recommended.
• Use your metal key to enter the Clubhouse pool restrooms when the Clubhouse is closed. The metal key also works at the tennis and pickleball courts and sports shed.
• Do not park golf carts on the grass around the Clubhouse, pools, sports courts or North Spa. Use the concrete areas provided for golf carts. Failure to do so may cause the resident to be suspended from Clubhouse use for 30 days or more.
• Smoking and vaping are prohibited in the fenced areas around the pools.
• Glass (including crockpots) is prohibited in the pools’ gated areas. Shattered glass is difficult to see, and the pool will be closed for cleaning.
• Enjoy food and beverage only on the tables around the pool. Do not bring food or drink into the pool.
• Violators of these rules may be subject to a $500 fine plus a 30-day suspension of access to amenities for the household (CERB/CEC Charter, Schedule of Fines, A. Health and Safety Violations).
CRIME
• Contact the police directly on their non-emergency number, (352) 394-5588, if you see anything suspicious or think a welfare check is needed for a neighbor. Do not contact the Clubhouse or Gatehouse; the police need to speak directly with you.
• Crime information is available on the Clermont Police Department’s website (clermontfl.gov) and their Facebook page (ClermontPD).
GATEHOUSE LOCATED OFF HIGHWAY 27
• Direct your visitors to the main gate at 1800 Kings Ridge Blvd. GPS mapping software may lead visitors to a barrier gate which they will not be able to enter.
• The Guardhouse exterior painting is nearly complete.
• Please allow only one vehicle at a time through the gate. One access device will register at a time through the system.
• The gate barrier arm closes promptly after each vehicle.
• The Association is not responsible for damage to your vehicles.
• Do not tailgate and slow down as you enter and exit the community. The barrier arm opens first, then the iron gate. Residents are responsible for damage they or their guests cause tailgating or running through the gate arms. Costs to repair the LED barrier arms, iron gates, signs, landscaping lights and other components can exceed $1,200, plus tax, labor, parts, shipping.
• Please register your guests 24 hours in advance.
• Vendors and all guests without a valid driver’s license will NOT be able to enter the community. There are no exceptions.
• Residents are responsible for access cards and transponders assigned to them. Misuse will be referred to the Covenant Enforcement Review Board (CERB)/Covenant Enforcement Committee (CEC), which may terminate all household cards and transponders following the guidelines provided in the CERB/CEC Charter.
• Realtors, do not ask the gate attendants to hand out flyers or business cards to people requesting information about Kings Ridge. Open houses are not allowed in Kings Ridge.
ID CHECKS BY STAFF
• The staff checks IDs (Clubhouse ID, guest or visitor passes) throughout the day to ensure facilities are used only by members and guests and not the public or pro shop/golf course visitors.
• Please cooperate with staff by having your ID available. Staff members cannot open gym bags, purses, etc. If you are working out in the gym, swimming in the pool, etc., attach your ID to the outside of your bag, etc., if it cannot be worn.
IRRIGATION
• The Pump Irrigation vendor replaced, calibrated the transducer, and reset the South pump system.
• The vendor replaced the monument wall lights at Devonshire.
• The vendor provided and installed a new electrical panel and circuit breaker at the Brighton-Chapel Hill entrance, Devonshire, East Hamptons, Huntington entrances, Stratford, West Stratford, and Sussex monument walls. All others will be evaluated.
LANDSCAPING – COMMON AREAS
• The vendor will continue to remove pine trees throughout the common areas and perimeter hedges.
SIDEWALKS
• Golf carts cannot use the sidewalks to exit or enter Kings Ridge at the Danbury Mill gate.
• Remember to bring your gate access card when exiting the Danbury Mill gate in any vehicle, including golf carts.
• Bollards were installed at the Danbury Mill gate pedestrian sidewalk.
• Do not walk on golf course paths and do not drive golf carts on the sidewalks.
ST. JOHNS RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
• The required reports were submitted to St. Johns Water Management as per the water consumption use permit.
STAFF MEETINGS
• The Office closes every Wednesday from 2 to 3 p.m. for staff meetings and training. We appreciate your patience during the hour the office is closed. Items of concern you bring to the Clubhouse Office will be discussed during these meetings.
GENERAL
• Drive carefully through the community as there may be loose branches in the trees.
• Golf Carts and your responsibility to obey the Rules of the Road: Posted speed limits and traffic signs must be observed throughout the community by all drivers.
• Anyone driving a golf cart must do so responsibly. If 18 years of age or older, possess a form of government-issued photographic identification. If under 18 years of age, possess a valid learner’s driver license or valid driver license. Anyone found violating these rules may be subject to a $50 fine based on the CERB/CEC Charter, Schedule of Fines.
• Do not allow your pets to walk in the mulched communal area, trample on the plants or do their business in these areas. We periodically spray chemicals for weed and pest control without signage to keep signs from taking over these areas.
• The person walking the pet, or its owner, must clean up all matter created by the pet and are responsible for the pet’s activities. Residents identified allowing their pets to do their business in the common mulched areas will be referred to the Covenant Enforcement Review Board and Covenant Enforcement Committee for possible fines.
• The homeowner is responsible for trimming branches hanging over the property fence, shrubs and golf cart paths.
• If you see something you feel needs to be addressed in the community, contact the Clubhouse office. Depending upon the issue, it will be addressed right away, placed on the maintenance schedule, or assigned to a vendor. No resident should direct an employee or vendor to do work in the community unless it presents an immediate safety hazard.
• Should any resident disagree with the Rules and Regulations set by the Board of Directors, the issue should be brought to the attention of the CAM to be addressed or brought to the attention of the Board for a possible change.
• Management will continue to work with the landscaping vendor to address the plants and hedges on the boulevards.
• Contact SECO Energy at (352) 793-3801, or log on to SECOEnergy.com to report electrical outages 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Most inquiries are responded to within two business days. The site also has answers to many questions. WEBSITE
• www.Kings-Ridge.net contains Kings Ridge Community Association, Inc. governing documents, the 2025 Budget and monthly financials and the Kings Ridge Disaster Readiness Plan, including a disaster preparation checklist. Additional information is available on the Lake County site at www. lakecountyfl.gov/emergency-management/preparedness
Kings Ridge Community Association Board Summary
At its August 27 meeting, the Board:
• Accepted the estimate from Guardian for a new Transcore Encompass Reader at the Danbury Mill entry gate for $8,271.81, not to exceed $10,000, to be paid from Association Reserves. Because delivery and installation are estimated to take up to 10 weeks, the officers previously approved the purchase of a refurbished device for less, to be paid from operating expenses.
• Accepted the HVAC replacement proposal for a unit at the North Spa over the office, maintenance storage room, and partial hallway, from Swift Bros, not to exceed $13,000 to be paid from Clubhouse Reserves.
• Approved the Cole & Associates CPA engagement letter to audit the 2025 Association financial statements.
• Accepted the quote from Dora Landscaping for additional drainage in the exterior perimeter of Tennis Courts 3 & 4 and Pickleball Courts for $11,187.50 to be paid from Clubhouse Reserves.
• Voted to reclassify $8,835 spent from Association Operating Expenses for electrical panel and circuit replacement to be paid from Association Reserves by Master Electric at the following neighborhood monument wall locations: Main gate circuit breaker, Devonshire, West Stratford, Huntington, Brighton (Chapel Hill), Sussex, Wellington, Manchester, Brighton (Kings Ridge Blvd.), East Hamptons, South Hamptons, Hungtington (East Side/ Kings Ridge Blvd.).
• Approved the proposal from Master Electric for $7,200 to replace the remaining circuit, electrical panel and photocell at neighborhood monument walls at Cambridge, Remington, Huntington (West Side/Kings Ridge Blvd.), Lancaster, Sutherland, and Whitehall (North & South), to be paid from Association Reserves not to exceed $18,000.
• Appointed Deb DuCharme to the Architectural Control Committee.
• On the recommendation of the Golf Course Land Acquisition Committee, voted to disband and return those discussions to the Board.
• Voted for Jackie Schmidt of the Covenant Enforcement Committee to shift positions with John Alfano, now an alternate committee member.
The Community Garage Sale is Oct. 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The back gates will remain open during the event.
The next S.A.L.T meeting is Nov. 13 at 10 a.m.
A Board Budget Workshop is scheduled Sept. 10 to discuss 2026 Clubhouse and Association budgets.
The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 9 a.m.
RIDGE
WOMEN’S CLUB
We return to regular monthly meetings Tuesday, Sept. 16, with a Pajama Party (PJs optional) and mystery movie. Movie snacks, tea, and water will be provided, but you can bring an adult beverage or soft drink. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie will start after a brief business meeting at 7. Tickets are $5 at the door. RSVP to jaskmershon@gmail.com.
Oct. 21, is our annual Welcome Back Potluck. Please bring a main dish, side, or dessert to share. Outlets are limited.
We have nine homes to showcase for our Holiday Decoration/Renovation house tour Sunday, Dec. 14 from 2 to 5 p.m. This event was extremely popular in 2023, and we expect a great turnout! Tickets will be $10.
Thank you to all who donated back-to-school supplies, socks and underwear for students in need. We will continue to accept donations for Families in Transition. Food such as cereal, snack bars, crackers, PB & J, canned pasta, and shelf stable milk are needed.
Hygiene items such as shampoo and deodorant, paper products and cleaning supplies are always appreciated. Donations can be dropped off at 3443 Chessington in Highgate, or by calling Jane at 352-404-9434 or 330647-4498.
We are the only totally philanthropic club in Clermont and we donate all proceeds to local charities and deserving students who need scholarships. Please consider joining us and helping us make a difference in our community. Annual dues are $12.
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News from the Catholic Neighborhood Association of Kings Ridge Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, born Francesco Forgione, was a Capuchin friar who lived in Italy from 1887 to 1968. He was born into a poor but devout Catholic family. From a young age, he was deeply religious and reported having visions of Jesus and Mary. He joined the Capuchin Friars at the age of 15 and took the name Pio in honor of Pope Pius I. He was 23 when he was ordained a priest.
In 1918, while praying after Mass, Padre Pio received the stigmata: bleeding wounds on his hands, feet and side resembling those of Christ crucified. These wounds remained visible for 50 years.
Many people reported miraculous healings and experiences of spiritual conversion after encountering Padre Pio. Thousands came to him for confession, and he often spent over 12 hours a day in the confessional.
In 1956, Padre Pio founded the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza (Home for the Relief of Suffering), a large hospital in San Giovanni Rotondo, which remains a major medical center. Padre Pio died when he was 81. Thousands attended his funeral. He was beatified in 1999 and canonized as a saint by Pope John Paul II on June 16, 2002. Padre Pio is one of the most beloved saints in modern Catholicism.
We meet on the second Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Nottingham Room. Our next meeting is September 11. All Kings Ridge residents are invited and welcome.
“Pray, hope and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.” ~ Padre Pio
KINGS RIDGE
CAR CLUB
By Richard Cenatiempo
This month our member of the month is our Car Club itself. We do many car shows around Clermont. Some are monthly, others are shows people call us to do.
We did a show at the Kings Ridge Clubhouse on Fourth of July. Residents enjoyed looking at our classic cars in front of the Clubhouse.
We will meet at Steak and Shake every third Sunday of the month starting in September, and on the first Saturday of the month we do Bees RV Park on 27N, about 1/4 mile from the southbound turnpike. They get about 40 to 50 cars every month.
We frequently are invited to senior communities and rehab centers. If you love cars, you can join our club even if you do not have a show car.
Call me at 352-978-2601 for more info on the club.
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Tune-up for electric water heaters 15 years old or less, $225, includes all electrical parts and labor.
Sewer & drain cleaning $300, includes one hour labor. $30 per 1/4 hour thereafter as needed.
Replace your disposal $325.
Toilets leaking at base with new steel flange, wax ring and nylon bolts, $225.
Replace your existing toilet with a new Kohler Comfort Height (ADA) toilet, $525; Kohler Extra Tall Toilet, $675. Repair broken floor flange, $25 extra.
Replace pressure reducing valve 3/4” $275; 1” $325. Includes all parts and up to one hour labor. $30 per 1/4 hour thereafter if necessary.
Toilet repair, $125. This includes fill valve flapper, flush handle and braided supply line. Additional toilets, $75.
Subject to change if manufacturers increase prices. We accept all credit cards.
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In Memoriam
Albert Novak
Nov. 18, 1944 – July 18, 2025
Al Novak passed away peacefully on July 18, surrounded by his family. He was 80.
Born in Brooklyn, Al earned a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from The Cooper Union in 1966 and ultimately became the deputy chief engineer of New York City’s Department of Transportation’s Division of Bridges. He was part of the maintenance and rehabilitation of over 800 bridges across the five New York City boroughs.
Al met Cecelia at their Catholic parish dance where Al was the DJ. They were married 57 years and raised three daughters, Cecelia, Kathleen and Emily.
He supported his wife as she earned her degree and became an elementary school teacher, with three young children at home. Daughter Cecelia also became an elementary school teacher, and Kathleen and Emily served in the U.S. Navy.
Al taught his daughters how to build furniture, renovate the home, and maintain cars. He always helped, no matter how late at night, with math and science homework.
After living in New York for over 70 years, Al and Cecelia retired to Clermont. Al was a member of the Remington board.
He is survived by his wife, children, his two favorite girls-granddaughters Anna and Sarah, brother Jeffrey and sons-in-law Andrew Turner (Kathleen) and James Hagerty (Emily), both active-duty service members.
Please consider donating to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Al’s memory.
Andrew Fisher Jr.
Dec. 28,1944 – Aug. 18,2025
Andy, a resident of Sussex, passed peacefully at Cornerstone Hospice House after a long fight with pancreatic cancer.
It is a blessing for him to finally be with his deceased family, especially his Mom Isabel who died when Andy was only 15 years old.
Andy was born in the Boro Park area of Brooklyn. He and his brother Dominick retired in 2005 and moved to Kings Ridge almost 20 years ago. He was buried in Long Island.
He is survived by nephew John Fisher Jr., brothers, Dominick, Richie, Nat, Carmine, sister Margaret Ann and a large extended family.
Andy will be missed. Rest in peace until we meet again.-Dominick Cenatiempo.
BOOK CLUB
By Sally Gray
At the August meeting, we discussed “The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon.
We rated the book 4.75 out of 5. We enjoyed the early American history and learning about the beginning of our legal justice practice.
Members felt little has changed about respecting women, though some progress has been made in the workplace.
The selection for September is “And the Mountain Echoed” by Khaled Hosseini. It is reportedly a difficult book to grasp, and challenging to remember the characters.
But, it is worth sticking with it; the last couple of chapters bring everything together in a satisfying ending. There are book discussions and assistance on YouTube.
We meet at 2 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month in the Waterford Room. For more information or to suggest a good book, contact Sally Gray at 407-619-3068 or Barbara Burns at 352-617-5590.
County schools and Cornerstone Hospice.
Beating the Scammers
Did you know scammers take photos of your luggage tags at airports, seeing your address and knowing you will be out of town? We are making privacy tags with a cover flap to protect your ID. We also have gift sets of tags, safety straps, and handle covers for sale. If a helpful item can be sewn, we probably offer it.
We meet in the Waterford room every Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday 8:30 to noon. Annual dues are $15. Most supplies are donated.
Thursday, Sept. 25 at 3 p.m. Aberdeen Room
Come and Share…Come and Listen Reminisce over tea & cookies
The Kings Ridge Writers Group is writing an oral history of Kings Ridge, collecting memories and stories from residents-- longtime and newcomers alike.
Do you remember the early days of Kings Ridge? Do you have memories to share about your neighborhood. Do you have stories about your favorite clubs or activities?
Email krwritersgroup@gmail.com to reserve a seat.
Maybe the Writers Group will include your memories in the History of Kings Ridge!
Gina Patton, Ginny Schreck, Ginny Cortese
TRAVEL CLUB
By Patricia Colde
In September we have a wonderful Destination Unknown trip. In October we go to the Suncoast Dinner Theatre in Hudson to see “Grease The Musical,” and in November we are going back to see “The Sun Kick Holiday Spectacular.” Both shows are fantastic.
From July 14-22, 2026 we have a trip from New Orleans to Memphis on the American Cruise Line paddlewheel American Splendor with an overnight hotel stay in New Orleans.
From October 22 to 31, 2026 we have a Hawaii cruise on NCL Pride of America, including two nights in an Oahu hotel before boarding the ship. The trip includes airfare, a balcony cabin, hotel, taxes and fees, and tips to onboard personnel. If you make a $250 per person deposit by Sept. 14, you will receive free airfare for a second person in the cabin, $100 onboard credit per cabin, and a 10 photo package per cabin, a $50 excursion credit per cabin and 150 minutes of wi-fi per cabin. Final payment is due June 24, 2026. If you have ever wanted to go to Hawaii this is a great deal!
We continue to add new day trips, so come to our next meeting at 1 p.m. Sept. 18 in the Aberdeen/Banyon rooms to learn more. Book your trips quickly; they sell out fast. Let
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NEEDLECRAFTERS KINGS RIDGE
By Ginger Pelegrimas
We are getting ready for the Makers Market sale Oct. 11 at Blessed Sacrament Church, and for the Election Day sale Nov. 4 at the Clubhouse. We are creating unique items that will make wonderful gifts, and we welcome orders for custom items
We’re also crocheting and knitting laprobes, shawls, baby and adults hats, bibs, etc to donate to hospitals, nursing homes, veterans, etc.
Congratulations to member Betty Clancy, who was featured in the August-September 2025 issue of Woman’s Day Magazine. She knitted 30 adult hats from instructions she clipped from the October 1971 issue of the magazine. Way to go Betty!
CONTACT: Frances Kosior, 352-242-5190 or Ginger Pelegrimas, 407-493-2228 or ahs59@aol.com
MEETINGS:
Every Monday, 1-3 p.m., Waterford Room Free supplies and instructions for beginners. No annual dues.
Friday, October 17 5:30-9 p.m., Doors open at 5 p.m. at the Kings Ridge Clubhouse
$15 per person Tickets on sale Sept. 8
Music by Tim Hargis Sandwiches, potato salad, chips & dessert BYOB
For more information, contact: Linda Trexler, 847-302-5554 or Pam Rinks, 407-551-9412
IRISH AMERICAN CLUB
By Ginger Pelegrimas
Join us Thursday, Sept. 4 in the Aberdeen Room from 1 to 3 p.m. for an Irish tea with Irish soda breads, scones, tea breads and cookies provided by the club.
Debbie Phillips will review the events through December. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. If you haven’t renewed your 2025 dues or would like to join the club, the cost is $15 per person. Make checks payable to the Irish American Club. For information on the Irish American Club, contact Debbie Phillips at 352-227-4642 or sdcphillips64@gmail.com.
We welcome all new members whether of Irish heritage or not.
IRISH BLESSING
May peace be within you, May your heart be strong. May you find what you’re seeking Wherever you roam.
Slan agus beannacht leat! (Goodbye & Blessings)
VETERANS CLUB
By Madeline Belsito
Welcome back everyone. We resume our monthly meetings and we look forward to seeing all of you again. Unfortunately, the summer was not a happy time for all of us. Several members were in the hospital and we lost one of our treasured Glee Club members, Noreen Philbin. Please say a prayer for all who are dealing with medical issues and for Noreen and her family. May she rest in peace.
At our meeting this month, we will have a guest speaker from Michael’s Foundation, an organization that gives free guidance to veterans on their benefits, and holds seasonal gatherings and a weekly Equine and Fitness Program in Clermont. We hope to see you there.
We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse, and for breakfast at IHOP every third Tuesday of the month. All residents are welcome.
Thank You
Dear Kings Ridge Veterans Singers,
On behalf of our family, I want to extend our deepest thanks for your beautiful performance of Amazing Grace during Noreen Philbin’s memorial service. Your voices brought comfort, reverence, and a sense of peace to a moment that meant so much to all of us. It was a truly moving tribute, and we are grateful for the grace and warmth you shared through your music.
With sincere appreciation, Julie Philbin and Family
VETERANS CHAPTER #87
is moving from Eustis to The Womens Club of Clermont, 655 W. Broome Street
The first meeting will be October 11 Meetings are the second Saturday of every month at 11 a.m. sharp
Membership is open to veterans with 10% or more disability
Please provide your DD214 or other proof to join the DAV
To RSVP for the October meeting:
Commander William Matheos 352) 223-2505
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Thinking of making improvements to the exterior of your property?
Visit Kings-Ridge.net to learn more about the architectural guidelines and approval process.
All exterior work must be approved.
KINGS RIDGE ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE
The Irrigation Modification Form must have three signatures whether change is requested or not. There are no N/As allowed on the form.
Make sure ACC applications are complete and correct before sending submitting them. Only submit the items required on the checklist page. Extra paper work will delay the application and it will be returned to the NARC.
Guideline 4.4 allows only six outside items per house, and only three of the six may be in the front yard. Gazing balls, brightly colored highly reflective materials, and plastic materials are not permitted. No artifical plants or flowers are allowed. No pots may be placed anywhere in the landscape unless noted in the guideline. ACC meetings are the first and third Wednesday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Aberdeen Room. Meetings are open to board members, NARCS and guests.
We are still looking for one new member. One new member is pending approval from the Master Board. Contact Karen Peterson or John Fricker if you are interested.
PICKLEBALL
The idea for last month’s summer dance, Party For A Purpose, started when Pam Rinks, Janice Greer,and Ellen Bachmeyer attended a fundraiser for Find Feed & Restore, the only Lake County organization offering housing that keeps families together. The Terrific Three wanted to help local families going through hard times, so they set a goal to raise $1000.
A discussion at a Memorial Day pool party with a few more folks and the idea took on a life of its own. Over the next two months, over 60 baskets of goodies, and raffle or silent auction items were donated, many by Kings Ridge residents. The evening sold out nearly a month in advance. There were 170 attendees and 13 sponsor tables. The goal was quickly surpassed, with $10,078 raised. Thank you to all who helped, and for the great response from residents. For more information on Find Feed and Restore visit www.findfeedrestore.com.
Steering committee: L to R: Clara Spencer, Tod Tentler, Lorrie and Mike Monahan, Janice and Walt Greer, Betsy and Danny Hargrove, Pam and Tom Rinks, Ginny and Rich Scherch, and Ellen Bachmeyer. Seated, from Find Feed & Restore: Holly Grant, development manager, Grace Broadway, marketing Intern, Dawn Simons, board member, Jennifer Bachmann, board vice chair, and Wes Banker, volunteer.
The Ladies Ladder League will begin Tuesday, October 14. New players are welcome. Text or email Shirley Frasca (630999-3692 or frfajoy@gmail.com) for more information.
Our Fall event on Saturday, Nov. 8 includes open play and skill games from 8 to 10 a.m. and lunch at Cabana A & B from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Ben’s Bad Wolf BBQ. Please bring a cold salad (potato salad, coleslaw, garden salad), and/or your favorite dessert. Entertainment is by Cool Breeze (steel drums). Tickets are $5 each, on sale Sept. 1. Only 100 tickets are available, so contact Vinny Sclafani now at 407-435-4306 to purchase yours. This event is for club members only.
GUIDELINES
KINGS RIDGE KINGS RIDGE
IRRIGATION 101 IRRIGATION 101
During the hot weather, we optimize irrigation to ensure all properties are served within the times allowed by St. Johns Water District and the City of Clermont. We typically see longer irrigation times and varied schedules. The schedule is automated.
Irrigation runs from 5:30 p.m. to 10 a.m. the next day.
If the system shuts off early for any reason other than rain, makeup water will be distributed as soon as possible within the parameters allowed. Irrigation cycles depend on the amount of rain and temperature, and may be canceled.
We cannot take requests from residents to have irrigation at a specific time. Irrigation on the common areas is automated and be controlled or provided at a specific time.
Contact the Clubhouse if you have driveways or houses painted and need to pause irrigation. Try to schedule work when the irrigation is not scheduled so neighbors are not affected. Call the Clubhouse when your project is complete to restart irrigation. Some areas may have longer irrigation cycles than others. Locations with rotors instead of spray heads need three times as long to irrigate because it is not a continuous spray. The amount of water is the same.
If you are replacing sod, you may obtain additional irrigation for up to two weeks between June 1 and Sept. 30, as allowed by the Consumptive Use Permit. The area must be 400 square feet per zone. Residents must place a work order for the neighborhood vendor to come out and measure, and the written request must be received by the Association Manager at least 24 hours before water is needed. For areas less than 400 square feet per zone, residents must water manually. Reclaimed water is used for irrigation. Do not drink it. Report stuck valves and irrigation leaks to the Clubhouse. Submit work orders at www.kings-ridge.net or by emailing krworkorders@lelandmanagement.com
9/1
Margaret Knaul
Marilyn Goettsch
Arthur Lorenti
Frank Vecchio
Maggie Chiles
Ellen Bachmeyer
Stepahanie Taylor 9/2
Joyce Eastwood
Bryon Wilson
William Bohr
Shok Hussain
Sue Sarricchio
Shirley Leonard 9/3
Pat Gunther
Jospeh Kristofik
Ted Manno
Steve Gray
Dottie DiNapoli
Tim Ross
Barbara Cronson
Paul Andberg
Carol Peterson
William Wesbster
Debra Buck 9/4
Geri Graham
Richard Engren
Phillip Wilson
WalBin Lim
Eleonore Nottbohm
Ginny Scigliano 9/5
Carol Roberts
Connie Lorthridge
Gary Kendrick
Jenn Beasley
Lizabeth Nekola
Anita Campbell
Richard Robinson
Bebe Hamid
Paul Lund
Linda Perrine
Sandra Cruz Diaz
Tresa Cardoso
Mitsuru Hieda
Kenneth Holden 9/6
Diane Castiglione
Joan Murphy
Robert Brown
John Bopp
Debbie Mroczko
Inalbert Colon 9/7
Francis Brutosky
Pam Rinks
Liana Caruana
George Selah
Frank Schepers
Brian Bluett
Jeanie Hoshor
Kurt Schmidt
9/8
Gasper Sparacio
Peter Osterhaven
Ed Mehlan 9/9
Millie Perez
Paul Hannon
Brian Landau
Rose Ann Lorello
Donna Incardona
Joann Felice
Dorothy McDonald
Miranda foster
Amanda Yale 9/10
Kathleen Lagoda
Judi Dail
Tom Harris
Joe Tomanelli
Billy Bolden
Pauline Dixon
Shirley Harp
Daniel Keel
Roberto Acosta
Gail Byrd 9/11
Sharon Fennessy
Charlie Tarkinson
Nat DeMarco
Blanche Scharf
Charles Lempa
Alan Henningsen
Ellie Leggins
Phil Dobbs
Steven Felice 9/12
Kathy Pirhala
James Lorthridge
Teresa Hatley
Shirley Dodge
Humberto Martins
Duarte
Mary Moyer
Liz Martinez
Sandra Durr
Lana Rueth
Amanda Titus 9/13
Millicent Moorehouse
Marilyn Martin
Mike Laemers
Carolyn Violett
Carol Kramer
Gail Blessing 9/14
Jill Schweitzer
Veronica Hackett
Laurie Bouchard
Bill Reilly
Celia Robinson
Bill Stich
Paul Martin
Ted Oko
9/15
Robert Hippleheuser
Judy Thompson
Barb Schweitzer
Deborah Hart
Russell Anderson
Hub Van De Voorde
Reed Strom
David Stailey
Darin Burgess
Betty Chauncey
Gertrude Viola 9/16
Beth Taylor
Kay Tanner
Jeannine Helm
Matt D’Andrea
Linda Cummings
Gerald Franketti
Samantha Franketti
Samantha Matheus 9/17
Mary Fran Smith
Audrey Venzen
Robert De Fontes
Judy Collins
Kirk Zehnder
Roger Simard 9/18
JoEtte Fletcher
Chris Weiss
Tod Tentler
Lynn White
Dee Hough
Thomas Schriver
David Ross
Ed Titus 9/19
Ted Smith
Tom Holihan
James Jordan
Janet Thomas
Mark Kennedy
Betty Horan
Donna McGreal
Amy Lennox
Laraine Carlile
Martin Grover 9/20
Geo Ann McTernan
Earl Haizlip
Nancy Nusen
Diane Maglione
Roxanne Nordquist 9/21
Linda Jones
Fred Bohn
Ann Jones
Bill Houghton
Rosemary Blankenhorn
Richard Wolff
9/22
Joe Fatone
Karen Yatsko
Tom Pawlyshyn
Luke Lucas
Gregory Heinrich
Judy Kirkland
Kendra Lightfoot
Kenneth Floyd
Richie Cenatiempo
Rosemarie Klepes
Michael Trinsey
9/23
Mary Variale
Robert Preston
Larry Koshorek
Tiffany Kelly
Marie Dayharsh
Greg Phillips
9/24
Art Williams
Gary Mudge
Steven Lavergne
Patricia Mae Virgil
Marty Martinez
Beverlee Hart
Nan Isaacson
Mirnia Rodriguez
Mary Ann Moore
Vic Taglia
Leah Kulas
9/25
Linda Cronin
Charlie Augenstein
Alicia Wyatt
Cheryl Songer
Robert Ruzzi
Ralph Harder
Tammi Till
Joseph Konazewski
Dawn Antonis
9/26
Kitty Pachucki
Susan Smith
Pamela Hughes
Jonathan Mullins
Karl Warren
9/27
K. Wayne McGaha
Bob Corroado
Fred Dudenhoefer
Safeena Samaroo
Candy Henningsen
Toni Cattell
9/28
Lynn Albanese
Diane LaPenta
Kenneth Black
Louis Persico
John Walsh
Jaime Sanchez
9/29
Sue Prestegard
Madeleine Cappadoro
John Schweitzer
Gerry Christie
Frank Peretta
Paul Blanchette
George Heimark
Hazel Ferwerda
Henriette Martin
Judy Holden 9/30
Floyd Hildebrand
Charlie May Bond
Carolyn Borak
Carol Kohler 10/1
Patricia Ann Cawley
Donna Wyrowski
Kathy Hester
Jeff Gardner
Winston Chow
Tom Cortese
John Violett
Dr. Ann Tortorelli
Deborah Phillips
Jim Blessing
Lawrence Vatcher
Michelle Nelson 10/2
Caroline McLellan
Deb Jewell
John Bryans
Jack Hill
Kathleen Klein
Lee Guerra
Jim Coates
David Clark
Robyn Smith
Marion Jaffe
Mary Lou Rumery
Richard Greiveldinger 10/3
Joan Petitpas
Sharon Pyka
Barbara Stier
Jack Morrissey
Anne McFarlane
Dennis Cole
Virginia Bettinger
Carol Borak
Sy Holzman
William Hrabrick
Ellis Varnado
Dan Chappelear
Lorraine Monahan
Rose Anna Ford 10/4
Mike Pirhala
Darrel Eyster
Gail Nause
Linda Miller
Geremias Caetano
Beverly Fritinger
Tom Galter
Tina Sydnor
9/1
Todd & Lisa Denny
Larry & Dianna Davis
Roger & Elinore Sevold
9/2
Stephen & Jane Owens
Al & Rosalie DeLeo
Don & Barbara Roche
9/3
Robert & Sandra Konazewski
Joe & Kathy LaMattina
Earl & Judy Haizlip
Rick & Susan Gundy
Dave & Betty Blucher
Frank & Jo Farsi
9/4
Len & Eileen Langan
9/5
William & Susan Smith
Tom & Pam Rinks
9/6
Willie & Charlie May Bond
9/7
Wayne & Phyllis Ahlers
Arcadio & Miriam Fuentes
Steve & Debbie Weinect
9/8
Ron & Debbie Edson
Delroy & Madriana Hinds
9/9
Jean & Dana Francis
9/10
James & Cecile Jordan
Jim & Mona Adams
Lionel & Earline Valentine
9/11
Daniel & Linda O’Malley
James & Barbara Stier
David & Deborah Hart
9/12
Timothy & Kathy Haeselin
Fred & Kathy Dudenhoefer
Andrew & Ilene Feldman
Anthony & Teresa Kondoleon
Earl & Jean Tildon
David & Lois Townsend
Paul Martin & Sandi Clark-Martin
Kevin & Terri Totty
9/13
Greg & Jeremy Phillips
Kenneth & Debra Buck
Joseph & Deborah Chasco
Paul & Nancy Hannon
Jack & Peg Archer
George & Ellie Leggins
David Piehl & Marsha Momoi-Piehl
9/15
Gerald & Marie Dayharsh
Jim & Joan Shamey
Nicholas & Carol Cartolano
Fred & Rosemarie Klepes
Robert & Rena Frank
Brack & Teresa Leaberry
9/16
James & Jeanne Abbott
Michael & Joan Dybicz
Neuman & Dianna Berger
Lorenzo & Josephine Grieco
9/18
Julio & Elizabeth Rincon
Bernt & Judy Jorgensen
Richard & Joan Petitpas
Daniel & Barbara Keel
Gordon & Anna Lawson
9/19
Tom & Jeanne Casserlie
Robert & Karen DeFontes
9/20
Daniel & Rosemarie Martin
Bill & Brenda Stich
9/21
Steve & Kathleen Myers
Paul & Diane Andberg
Mike & Cindy Inscoe
9/22
Bob & Noreen Cawood
Kenneth & Diane Pors
9/23
Glenn & Louine Corbett
Frank & Joan Aird
9/24
David & Victoria Vasile
Patrick & Linda Elliott
9/25
Bob & Yvette Evans
Bruce & Lynnette Hatch
9/26
Jerry & Ann Cooper
Jim & Audrey Warfel
Clayton & Sherrie Hill
Harwood & Faith Willey
9/27
Ray & Sharon Pyka
Paul & Dawn Tuliano
James & Conchita Trujillo
9/28
Jim & Jo Anne Bilella
9/29
Henry & Diane Rozumski
Jack & Roseann
Desmond
Sterling & Delores
Robinson
Michael & Rebecca Mobley
9/30
Richard & Cheryl Fenell
Andy & Sharon Haywood
Barry & Catriona Chaplin
10/1
Kenneth & Margaret Brown
Arthur & Wilma Ledoux
Joe & Carol Schiraldi
10/2
Terry & Cindy Noble
Michael & Sharon Whaley
10/3
Bob & Mary Moyer
Lee & Lois Gipe
Ace & Carol McDowell
10/4
John & Shirley Wilkins
Al & Kathie Camara
KINGS RIDGE SINGERS
ARTISTS OF KINGS RIDGE
SEPTEMBER ARTIST OF THE MONTH: LLOYD O’DELL
In 2000, Lloyd retired to Florida after working for Ford Motor Company near Cleveland. He thought about taking up art and began gathering information to teach himself to paint. He purchased books and magazines on art materials and techniques and then decided to focus on acrylic paints.
The paintings you see in his exhibit are done with acrylics.
He purchased materials and set up a studio space in his garage and began painting. He can get immersed in his work, and the time just flies by. Many times, what he starts out painting changes as he gets into it and becomes something different by the time he has finished, and it may be many layers of paint before he is satisfied.
“I have found that there is something truly satisfying about watching a blank canvas become a finished painting. I hope people will enjoy looking at my paintings as much as I enjoy painting them,” Lloyd said.
When you’re in the Clubhouse, walk down the hallway between the Waterford Room and the gym and let us know what you think as you enjoy the many different styles of the artists.
We meet on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Waterford Room. We invite you to bring your supplies and something to protect your table (plastic or heavy paper will work) and start creating. Enjoy the camaraderie in whatever media you have chosen, working side by side with others who create beautiful work!
Or, just step into the room to see what we are creating.
AROUND THE GREENS
We meet Mondays at 7:15 a.m. with an 8 a.m. shotgun, with a different -
2nd, Tammy Maury & Larry Jabusch
3rd, Nancy Schriner & Mike Sanford
Back: 1st, Pat Colde & Jim Campbell
2nd, Ann Jones & Dick Catoir
3rd, Donna Mudge & Paul Saunders
Closest to the Pin: Longest Putt:
Men: Rocky Nicholson Paul Saunders
Ladies: Nancy Schriner Pat Colde
Challenge Hole: #17 (Closest to the Pin) Ace McDowell
Challenge Hole: #14 (Longest Putt) Nancy Schriner
June 27
Total: 1st, Linda & Rocky Nicholson
2nd, Suzette Fagot & David Iseberg
3rd, Pat Colde & Jim Campbell
Front: 1st, Donna Mudge & Nancy Schriner
2nd, Patrice Evans & Dan Davis
3rd, Vicky & Mike Jones
Back: 1st, Dick Bossow & Keith Collier
2nd, Vivian Sroka & Mike Sanford
3rd, Tammy Maury & Larry Jabusch
Closest to the Pin: Longest Putt:
Men: Mike Sanford Larry Jabusch
Ladies: Patrice Evans Vicky Jones
Challenge Hole: #17 (Closest to the Pin) Dan Davis
Challenge Hole: #14 (Longest Putt) Charlie Tarkinson
July 11
Total: 1st, Peggy Morrison & Patrick Elliott
2nd, Pat Colde & Jim Campbell
3rd, Linda & Rocky Nicholson
Front: 1st, Vicky & Mike Jones
2nd, Donna Mudge & Paul Saunders
3rd, Nancy Schriner & Dale Reynolds
Back: 1st, Dan Davis & Mike Sanford
2nd, Bob Platt/Blind
3rd, Patti & Len Batyske
Closest to the Pin: Longest Putt:
Men: Len Batyske Rocky Nicholson
Ladies: Linda Nicholson Mary Evans
Challenge Hole: #17 (Closest to the Pin) Jim Campbell
Flight 1: 1st, Judy Jorgensen, Victoria Walters, Kay Weiss, Lorraine DeCouto 2nd, Jean DeGraff, Dee Hough, Paula Lienard, Judy Siegfried Closest to the pin: Victoria Walters
Flight 1: 1st, Sue Beard, Mary Jones, Judy Jorgensen
2nd, Jean DeGraff, Amy DeVore, Maureen Potter (tie) Closest to the pin: Sue Beard
August 7, Summer Sizzler
1st, Kaye Sessions, Rosalie DeLeo, Kay Weiss 2nd, Lorraine DeCouto, Rita Pulaski, Kathy Root 3rd, Judy Thompson, Marilyn Park, Sue Beard 4th, Jean DeGraff, Glenda Holzman, Janice Pillows 5th, Maha Hatoum, Amelia Wiesman, Mary Smoot
6th, Patrice Evans, Nancy Schriner, Bonnie Borders 7th, Alice Meador, Ruth Riley, Amy DeVore 8th, Edie Sims, Mary Jones, Dee Hough
9th, Janet Contee, Gloria Milliner, Judy Siegfried Closet to the pin: #2 Nancy Schriner, #17 Kaye Sessions Longest Drives
9 Holers: Amelia Wiesman
18 Holers: Judy Thompson
For information, contact Jim McCaskill at 321-230-0910 or Joe Trexler
4th (tie): Mike Beard, Frank Martin, Denny Brown & Gil Tong Ellis Varnado, Dan Brisbin, Tom Harris & John Carlson
July 22, 4 Man Shamble
1st: John Malsberger, Hy Rosenstein, Rich Adams & Don Hulin
2nd: Chris Theriot, Chris Weiss & Tom Horton
3rd: Wayne Hanna, Don Jones, Tom Harris & Al Deleo
4th: Tod Tentler, Roy Cole, Carl Ciaramella & Michael Crawford
5th: Jim Whelan, Bill Burton, Paul Borders & Charles Kasner
July 29, 3 out of 4, Low Net
1st: Chris Thiriot, Don Jones, Paul Borders & Don Hulin
2nd: Jim Whelan, Steve Glassman, Paul Grozio & Butch Collins
3rd: John Malsberger, Bill Levine, Chris Weiss & Jerry Cooper
4th: Tod Tentler, Bill Burton & Jim Lorthridge
5th: Dan Brisbin, Danny Hargrove, Carl Ciaramella & Ken Scholl
6th: Mike Whaley, Frank Martin, Ken Floyd & Al Deleo
August 5, Individual Low Net
First Flight Second Flight
1st: Bill Bonner Don Jones
2nd: Eric Johnson Monty Pinkham
3rd: John Malsberger Tie: Joe Trexler & Loyd Peabody
4th: Chris Thirio
5th: Mark Rowland Tie: Mike Beard, Bill Burton & Bill Levine
Third Flight Fourth Flight
1st: Paul Grozio Joe Tomanelli
2nd (tie) Roger Franz John Carlson & Mike Monahan
3rd: Al Deleo
4th: Walt Anderson Tie: Jerry Cooper & Ken Scholl
5th: Rich Adams
Dave Ellis
Yvonne Ellis
Betsy Hargrove Danny Hargrove
Nikki Baird
Dan Davis
Deb Jewell Charlie Tarkinson
August 9
Evans Mark Rowland Janie Owens
Miller
Dee Scarangella
Cindy McDavitt
Bill Delia Dale Reynolds
Colde
Darsch
Klein
Johnson
ANIMAL SUPPORT GROUP
Get pets ready for hurricanes
By Sheila Sheldon
When preparing for hurricanes, don’t forget your pets. Here are some helpful tips:
• Microchip pets and/or put a tag on their collar with your name, address and cell phone number. Be sure the microchip information is up to date.
• Have a recent picture of you and your pet.
• During the hurricane, choose an interior room without windows for your family and pets to ride out the storm.
• Stay with your pets. Don’t leave them in vehicles.
• Keep your emergency kit with you (food, water, medications, litter, etc). Keep veterinarian records with you.
• Secure exits and cat doors so pets can’t escape.
• Decide in advance which family member will grab the pet, its food, medications, water, disaster kit, carrier, etc.
•Know a place your pets can go if you need to evacuate. Destinations may include a friend or family member’s home, a pet-friendly hotel, or boarding facility. Not all Lake County shelters accept pets.
Portable carriers should be ready to go. Practice loading cats and dogs into pet carriers before you need too.
Contact the KingsRidge Animal Support Group if you need a carrier. We have many to sizes to loan. We also have a chip reader and can scan for a chip on a pet if you happen to find a lost pet.
Once again, thank you for your generous donations of pet food and supplies. Those items can be dropped off in the Animal Support Bin in the Clubhouse lobby. All donations are shared with local community pet rescues.
For more information, contact me, 352-348-7878.
What is it? (from page 12)
Lou Halter - Antique Wooden Threading Tool
Leesa Burzynski - Pendant Yarn Cutter
Cecil Ramsey - The Dive - Cruise Sculpture
Frank Bohn – Kitchen Solatube
Roger Sveum - Solar Light
Marian Knorr - Sombrero
KINGS RIDGE
NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER & HOPE2RESTORATION
By JoJo Green
In 2020, when I first met Trish Kry, CEO of FNC, she told me the story of young boy on a beach, throwing starfish into the ocean before the sun gets too hot and kills them. An old man tells the boy that there are hundreds of starfish on the beach, and he couldn’t possibly make a difference. The boy threw one last starfish into the ocean and told the old man, “I made a difference to that one”. We don’t have to help everyone to make a difference. We make a difference when we give of the heart, no matter how big or small. I give my time to thank God that I’ve been blessed, to have never known hunger. Our community has been so generous with food donations, helping our less fortunate neighbors. Our donation bins have been overflowing every week. Thank you so much.
The Neighborhood Center and Hope2Restoration see four times as many clients as in 2020. Their expenses are going up and financial support continues to go down. This fall we are hosting a Line Dance Party to raise money. Please support us. We always have fun.
These charities need cereal, PB and J, soup, pasta and monetary donations. Drop off at clubhouse bins, my house at 3518 Chessington St, or call me at 352-2504158 for pick up. May God bless you.
Sussex Annual Potluck
Sept. 27 1 to 3 p.m. in the Aberdeen Room of the Clubhouse
Visit with neighbors and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by the awesome cooks in Sussex. Bring a dish or dessert to share. Tea, lemonade and water will be provided.
Reservation deadline: Sept. 20
Contact: Jean Davis, 352-708-6700, davisbj46@gmail.com
Phyllis Kelly & Jeff Randazzo
CO-CHAIRS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
GETTING YOUR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS DURING A DISASTER OR EMERGENCY
You can move most prescriptions to another nearby in-network pharmacy, and back to your regular pharmacy when the emergency or disaster ends.
Contact your Medicare drug plan if you need to use an out-of-network pharmacy.
SEEING A DOCTOR DURING A DISASTER OR EMERGENCY
If you have Original Medicare, you can always see any doctor who accepts Medicare. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan or other Medicare health plan, contact your health plan about making temporary changes, like using an out-of-network doctor during an emergency or disaster.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Learn more about accessing critical care (like cancer treatments or dialysis) or repairing or replacing equipment (like wheelchairs or walkers that were damaged or lost during a disaster or emergency) at medicare.gov or disasterassistance.gov.
Dial 911 for an Emergency. DO NOT call the clubhouse. The clubhouse is NOT an evacuation shelter.
The Single Deck Pinochle Club plays Wednesdays from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
For more information, call Sid Hobbs at 352-242-0710.
A DOSE OF WELLNESS
BY MARY T. MCGILL, RN KINGS RIDGE RESIDENT
Do I Really Need a Supplement?
Over the counter dietary supplements are big business. More than 90,000 products generate about $30 billion every year in the U.S. Older adults make up a big part of these sales.
Supplements are not regulated like medications, so it is essential to be aware of possible dangerous side effects.• Multivitamins are the most popular for every age group. but there is little evidence to support their use.
For healthy people, supplements do not offer significant benefits in preventing disease or improving overall health. A balanced diet with lots of fruits, vegetables and nutrient-rich food typically provides all necessary vitamins and minerals.
Supplements are helpful for older adults, or those with certain health conditions or dietary restrictions.
Supplements can have dangerous side effects in high doses. As we age, our ability to absorb certain nutrients decreases by making supplements helpful.
Important considerations:
• Consult your doctor or registered dietitian to determine if supplements are necessary and safe. ALWAYS tell your doctor what supplements you take. Many interfere with medications or certain health conditions.
• Learn to read labels carefully, note the dose of each vitamin to determine the value and safety.
• Each vitamin in a multivitamin should be considered separately for correct dose and side effects, especially if you have bleeding disorders, cardiovascular disease, digestive problems, poor kidney function, cardiac arrhythmias, immune disorders, or lung disease.
• Calcium and zinc decrease the effectiveness of antibiotics.
• Vitamin C can cause serous interactions with certain meds, including chemotherapy, radiation, and statins.
• Calcium in high doses has several side effects, including hardening of the arteries. Adults 51 and older should limit dose to 2,000 mg/day.
• Magnesium in high doses may cause GI side effects when taken in high doses, more than 5,000 mg/day or those with poor kidney function.
• Iron may cause digestive issues.
• Probiotics may cause side effects such as gas, bloating and upset stomach. Anyone who is immunocompromised should consult a health care provider.
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1500 Oakley Seaver Dr.
3279 Daniels Road Winter Garden
CHAIR: Monday and Friday at 9 a.m. in the Piccadilly Room. Move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and activities for daily living. Chairs available for support. Bring weights/bands/balls/ water/towel.
AQUA: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9 a.m. in the Clubhouse Pool. Held in the shallow end of the pool, this invigorating class will teach you to increase your range of motion and balance through changes in resistance, intensity, and speed. Noodles provided. Please bring water/towel. Sunscreen and hats also recommended.
FITNESS LINE DANCE, 10 a.m. Tuesday, in the Picccadilly Room. Move rhythmically to energizing music, as you improve your balance, increase stamina & cardiovascular endurance, and just have fun! No dance experience needed, just the desire to move and have fun!
YOGA: Canceled for 2025 due to instructor shortage and low resident participation.
CHAIR PILATES: Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Piccadilly Room. A body conditioning class which focuses on core strength and muscle toning, while also working to improve flexibility.
CHAIR YOGA: Thursday at 9 a.m. in the Broadway Room. Gentle Yoga using a chair.
WORKING WITH CLAY: Mondays, 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 10 a.m. to noon, Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m., Waterford Hobby Room $2 per session includes supplies and instructions. Contact Darlene Pinkham, 352-243-6809 or Shelley Cook, 508-561-8578.
SEMINARS
10 a.m. in the Monte Carlo Room (Subject to Change)
Friday, September 12 – Connect Hearing
Friday, September 19 – Linda Aviles - Medicare
Friday, September 26 – Merideth Nagel, ESQ. – Life & Legacy
Friday, October 3 - Edward Jones - Medicare & Finances
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“We met Marsha when we bought a house she listed. After closing she helped us with everything we needed to know about living in Kings Ridge. When we decided to move, we called her to help us find our new house. She made our buying experience very easy.That’s why we come back to her every time we want to sell or buy a house. She listened to what we wanted and with her knowledge of the local market helped us find our new home. Marsha’s patience is amazing as we looked at multiple houses. She always responded quickly to our phone calls and/or answered our questions. She explained every step of the sale clearly and simply so it was easy to understand. Marsha went above and beyond to help us find what we wanted. She is an amazing Realtor and that’s why we recommend her for your next real estate transaction.”--Rose & Jose Diaz
Marsha Burton Gordon, PA: expert guidance every step of the way. She is your Realtor, your neighbor, and your FRIEND!
