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AUGUST 2016 VOLUME 16 ISSUE 8

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REFLECTIONS AUGUST 2016 VOLUME 16 ISSUE 8

VILLAGE CENTER HOURS Administration: 863-427-7100 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Mainscape On-site Representative Administration Building - 2nd Floor Monday-Friday 9am-12pm Marketplace Bistro: 863-427-7157 Daily 8am-8pm Riviera Spa & Fitness Center 863-427-7130 Monday-Thursday 6:30am-9pm Friday 6:30am-7pm Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm

ON THE COVER SolivitaLive functionality is now residing on the HOA site. Check out SolivitaHOA.com, the all-in-one Solivita Community Website. Sign up today and discover all it can do! See page 3 for more information.

CONTACT LIST General Manager (Association) - Gary Consorto: 863-427-7103 or gconsorto@evergreen-LM.com Club Manager - Sheri Wollschlager: 863-427-7129 or swollschlager@evergreen-LM.com Evergreen Lifestyles Management (For ALL Club & HOA Matters) 24/7: 877-221-6919 or customerservice@evergreen-LM.com AV Homes Customer Care: 800-858-5933 or www.avhomesinc.com/owner-care Architectural Review: 863-427-7022, Fax: 863-496-4456 or compliance@solivitahoa.com Catering & Banquets (Stonegate Golf Club): 863-427-7150 x4720 Communications: 863-427-7137 or croe@evergreen-LM.com

Starlite Ballroom Daily 8am-11pm

Concierge: 863-427-7100 or Fax: 863-496-4453

Stonegate Pro Shop 863-427-7150 x4710 Daily 7am-6pm

Membership: 863-427-7143 or solivitamembership@evergreen-LM.com

The Grille at Stonegate 863-427-7167 Daily 8am-8pm | Bar Open Until 9pm Daily The Palms 863-496-1530 Amenity Center Monday-Sunday 8am-9pm Kids Pool Hours Monday-Friday 12pm-4pm Saturday & Sunday 9am-9pm Fitness Center Monday-Thursday 6:30am -9pm Friday 6:30am-7pm Saturday-Sunday 7am-6pm Waterfront Galleries Daily 8am-11pm Wells Fargo Bank: 863-421-5448 Monday-Friday 9am-4pm Welcome Center or Model Park 863-427-7000 Monday-Saturday 9:30am -5:30pm Sunday 11am -5:30pm

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Lifestyles Activities: 863-427-7125

Mainscape Customer Service (work orders): 800-481-0096 x 332 or customerservice@mainscape.com Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130 Security -Bella Viana: 863-427-1268 Security-Main Gate: 863-427-4238 Security-South Gate: 863-496-1473 Security -Venezia: 863-427-2338 Security-West Gate: 863-496-1453 Solivita Sales: 863-427-7000 Stonegate Golf Club Directory: 863-427-7150 The Palms Amenity Center: 863-496-1530 or Fax: 863-496-0914 Violations & Compliance: 863-427-7032 Visitor/Vendor Gate Access Voice Server: 863-496-4464

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS Do you have a suggestion for Reflections, Channel 732, or SolivitaHOA.com? Please email inquires or comments to Carolyn Roe at croe@evergreen-LM.com or stop by the Communications Office.

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Can You Dig It, in the Fall?

The Solivita Community Garden

The newly opened Community Garden is ready to accept

check. Due to the limited number of plots available, gardeners

applications for the Fall growing season (September to February).

and plots will be selected randomly by lottery.

Applications and Community Garden Rules are located either on SolivitaHOA.com (under the Lifestyles Icon) or at the Lifestyles

Spring plot renters must cleanup their garden plot (including

Activities Office. A $50 fee for a 4’x6’ garden plot (24” height

removal of plants and roots) and return their gate key by August

along with limited 32” height) is collected. $25 will be returned

24th to the Lifestyles Activities Office. If your plot is not cleaned

at the end of the gardening season upon satisfactory cleanup of

up by September 1st, gardens will be removed. Contact Lifestyles

the garden plot and return of the gate key. Applications must be

for questions at 863-427-7125.

received by August 19th and payment can be made by cash or

LOTS OF SHAKING AND MOVING HAPPENING AT SOLIVITA

NEWSLETTER DEADLINES

In preparation of our new pharmacy (see page 11), the Concierge area has been relocated

Newsletter submissions should

to the Riviera Spa & Fitness lobby until their new area is remodeled. Administration,

be emailed to: newsletter@

now located on the second floor of the Administration building, can be accessed by the elevator located in Administration. If you are a stair climber, you can access the stairs from the outside of the building which are located near the air conditioned walk through from the Welcome Center parking lot to Village Drive. Once the remodel of the Concierge area is finished, Donnette and Pam will be relocated to their new area on the first floor just below Administration directly across from the Riviera Spa & Fitness Center.

avcommunities.com.

SEPTEMBER SUBMISSIONS Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Monday, August 1st by 3pm. Inserts are due by Monday, August 22nd. All inserts must be approved

by

Sheri

Wollschlager

(swollschlager@evergreen-LM.com) before they are copied.

OCTOBER SUBMISSIONS Calendar submissions and newsletter articles for October are due on Thursday, September 1st by 3pm.

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Discover SolivitaHOA.com The All-In-One Solivita Community Website

The Solivita HOA website has been changed to include features of the former SolivitaLive website that is no longer functioning. See

Some features of the website include: •

some of the many features listed here and don’t forget to register!

Classifieds - Lists any items that are posted for sale or advertise your own items.

• To register on the website please do the following:

Directory - Where you can search for residents by first name, last name, addresses, or phone numbers. Do not

•

Enter www.SolivitaHOA.com in your web browser.

know how to spell their whole name? Just enter a part of the

•

On the upper right side of the home page, click on Register.

name (or part of any of the other search criteria categories)

•

After reading the informational screen, click Continue.

and the website lists everyone meeting that criteria.

•

Step 1 •

Enter the Confidential Password: solivita2015 (must be

Clubs in Solivita.

•

entered exactly as shown).

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Enter your First and Last Name (exactly as it appears on

Club Directory - Find the latest information on all the Calendars - Four to choose from: Events, Fitness, Stonegate Golf Club, and Stonegate Food & Beverage.

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Docs & Info - This section includes many forms, the

your driver’s license).

Governing Documents, History of Email Blasts, Contacts,

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Enter your HOUSE NUMBER ONLY.

Landscape Corner, Committee Information, and many

•

Click Next.

other helpful items.

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Step 2 • •

Wellness programs, and you may be a star in the Photo

Enter the appropriate information in every field with a red asterisk (*) at the left of the category name.

Lifestyles - Read Reflections online, find Fitness & Album of great pictures categorized by event!

•

Neighborhood Captains Program - Located in the

Enter YES in the drop down box “Do you want to be added

Lifestyles section, you can find your specific neighborhood

to the email distribution list” if you wish to be included in

for events and communications.

the weekly Solivita email informational blast.

•

After completing all fields, click Next.

Keep watching for updates and enhancements as we continue to add new features to the website.

Step 3 •

Select all events you have an interest in. This will populate information on your calendars and can be changed at any time within the calendars after registration.

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After completing all fields, click Next.

Step 4 •

Add Directory Information on this step. Be sure to click on the box under “Visible in Directory” for all fields to be shown in the directory. Nick-names can be entered here for the Directory.

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After completing all fields, click Next.

Step 5 •

If there is an alternate address to be entered on the record, enter it here. To display the alternate address on the Directory, click Display in Directory.

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After completing all fields, click Finish.

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WINNER’S RECIPE WINNERS From the Winner’s Recipe Cooking Demo held on June 3rd in Mosaics, congratulations to the winners and

Cosponsored with Solivita Book Circle and Lifestyles Activities A minimum of 15 students is required for the course to be held and pre-registration is required unless noted differently in the course

their winning recipes. A great time was had as we learned three new recipes from residents.

APPETIZER Suzanne’s Potato and Spinach Torte

listing. No walk-ins permitted. For more information about Solivita University or to register with cash, check or credit card, please visit the Lifestyles Activities Office or call 863-427-7125.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MEDICARE Thursdays, September 22nd and 29th • 3pm • The Palms Tuition: Complimentary - A TICKET IS REQUIRED as there is limited seating • Registration: Begins on August 1st at the Main Ticket Sales in the Ballroom and then in Lifestyles after 10am

Suzanne Voss

Instructor: Lita Epstein, a personal and business financial writer who has written more than 35 books including The Complete Idiot’s

ENTRÉE

Guide to Social Security and Medicare and The Pocket Idiot’s Guide to

Laurie’s Stuffed Portabellas with Sausage & Rice

Medicare Part D. She has her MBA from Emory University and a BA in Community Development from Rutgers University.

Course Descriptions: 9/22: Medicare with Medigap vs. Medicare Advantage – This course will review the pros and cons of both health care options for those who qualify for Medicare or soon will. There will also be live instruction on using and interpreting the Medicare.gov search tools to find the best option for you. NO PRODUCTS WILL BE SOLD. Laurie Mach

9/29: Medicare Part D – This can be the most complicated choice if you are on Medicare. First we will review the key factors that must be considered when selecting a drug plan. Then, we will do a live demonstration of the Medicare.gov tool for selecting a plan and

DESSERT Donna’s Torta di Formaggio Italiano (Italian Cheesecake)

how to interpret the results to find the best plan for you.

BEGINNERS CONVERSATIONAL SIGN LANGUAGE CLASS Tuesdays, September 13th, 20th, 27th, October 11th and 18th 11am-12:15pm • RSF2 • Tuition: $15 Per Student • Registration: Begins on August 1st at the Main Ticket Sales in the Ballroom and then in Lifestyles after 10am. Course is limited to 20 students.

Instructor: Carol Kelly, a Solivita resident who is certified in ASL, will provide beginner instruction, handouts, and references for

Donna Claussen

further learning.

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The Museum Quest Continues

By Donnette Burkhalter Community Concierge SUMMER HAS ARRIVED! I can always tell

from around the world. The most celebrated items in the museum

because my hair goes limp after just 2 minutes

are the 16th-20th century European paintings by world-renowned

outside and my makeup slides down to my

artists. In all, more than 150,000 square feet have been added to

knees. Not my best summer look I might add.

the campus, which includes the art museum, circus museum, and

Aside from that, I really love summer. There is so much to do,

Ca d’Zan (the Ringlings’ mansion) which has been restored, along

whether it’s outside or inside. This month we are going to avoid the

with the historic Asolo Theater. Now you see why I said there was a

heat and continue with our museum quest. Oh, be sure to look for

whole group of museums to enjoy when you visit Sarasota.

Pierce Brosnan and me. Look closely; you might see silhouettes of us anywhere - you know, like Disney’s hidden Mickeys.

The Circus Museum, established in 1948, is the first museum of its kind to document the history of the circus. The museum has a

First stop is the Orlando Museum of Art (OMA). Founded in 1924,

collection of handbills, posters and art prints, circus paper, business

OMA is a leading cultural institution in this region. The museum

records, wardrobe, performing props, circus equipment, and parade

has dedicated itself to collecting, preserving, and interpreting

wagons. Look over there and you will see PB and me riding on the

notable works of art. It is also known for presenting exhibitions

back of an elephant (a stuffed one of course). We are posing so you

of local, regional, national, and international significance. From

can take a picture of us for your scrapbook.

developing first-rate educational programs to presenting creative and inclusive programs, this museum has something for everyone.

Now, we are going to make a quick stop at Ca d’Zan (Venetian

Their collections feature African Arts, American Art, Art of Ancient

for “House of John”), which is the waterfront residence that was

Americas, Contemporary Art, and Contemporary Graphics. They

built for Mable and John Ringling. You can take a tour of the first

also offer several programs for adults, youths, and families, as well

and second floors. The tours require a separate admission ticket,

as summer art camps and educational galleries. Admission prices

which is $10. There are several options when purchasing tickets for

are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for children ages 4-17.

the museums and Ca d’Zan, so please check the website at www.

There are many additional levels of membership, so be sure to call

ringling.org or call 941-359-5700 for additional information. Every

or check out their website. The navigational address is 2416 North

Monday the Museum of Art, including special exhibition galleries,

Mills Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803. Hours of operation are Tuesday

is FREE to the public. The navigational address is 5401 Bay Shore

through Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday and Sunday from

Road, Sarasota, FL 34243. Hours of operation are 10am to 5pm

noon to 4pm. For additional information, please call 407-896-4231

daily except Thursdays when they close at 8pm.

or visit their website at omart.org. Oh, did you see us (PB and me) we were hanging on the wall just over there in the Ancient Americas gallery. We saw you and even waved to you.

Donnette Burkhalter 863-427-7100 dburkhalter@evergreen-LM.com

The Ringling Museum

It’s going to be very difficult to give you all the information I want to on the next museum because it is not just one museum, but more like a group of museums. We are going to Sarasota to visit the Ringling Museum of Art. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is the state art museum of Florida. It was established in 1927 as the legacy of Mable and John Ringling for the people of Florida. Designated as the official state art museum for Florida, the institution offers 21 galleries of European paintings as well as Cypriot antiquities and Asian, American, and contemporary art. The museum’s art collection currently consists of more than 10,000 objects that include a variety of paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, and decorative arts from ancient through contemporary periods and art

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Committee Roundup Wellness Committee Wellness Committee members submitted recommendations for the 2017 budget to Elizabeth Deckard. Suggestions were based on input from residents who had contacted committee members.

Minutes from the meetings are posted on the HOA website along with other pertinent information concerning Health & Wellness.

The announcement was made that The Palms will now be opening at 6:30am on Fridays. A TRX class was recently added at 8:30am on Tuesdays and Thursdays at The Palms taught by Ron Bravo. The list of classes with instructor’s name as well as a description of the class is available at The Palms and the Riviera Spa & Fitness Center sign-in desk. New classes are listed in “red.”

The reason for having residents purchase passes for family members to use the pools in Solivita was explained; an attendant checks the passes on a regular basis. This process helps with security in Solivita. To contact a Wellness Committee member, email WellnessCommittee@SolivitaHOA.com.

Pictured left to right (back row): Sue Frieman, Mike Luddy, Russ D’Amato, and Elizabeth Deckard. Front row, left to right: Dave Daubert, Margo Vento, and Susan Sweet. Not pictured: Dottie Fertig.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for the 15th Annual Fall Festival Saturday, November 5th | 9:30am-3pm Village Drive | Rain or Shine Volunteers always have a good time at this event and we ask for only two hours of community service. Volunteers are needed during the Fall Festival to hand out Vendor Packets and then pick them up after the event, help with booth sitting, handing out festival programs, blowing up balloons, assisting in the Kidz Zone area, golf cart shuttle service, and assisting vendors with light unloading and loading. If interested or to inquire more, email solivitafallfestival@gmail. com or call Laurie Mach at 863-547-4833 or Idalia Pons Velez at 863-427-9409.

Photos by Judie Chiappone.

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Our Daily Bread

By Nick Pezzente General Manager, Stonegate Golf Club Did you know that the first day of August is

The Palms for Sunday Fundays to beat the heat poolside while

known as Lammas Day in the UK? The word,

enjoying frozen drinks.

Lammas, is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word “Hlafmaesse” meaning “Loaf Mass.” The

Claude and the Pro Shop will be hosting a Member’s Match Play

festival of Lammas begins the wheat harvest.

Tournament. Details will be posted. You are invited to participate

Farmers went to church bringing loaves of bread from the new

in the PGA Championship Merchandise Pool where you can

wheat crop to give thanks to the Lord for His provision. These

receive merchandise discounts of up to 50%! Check the Pro Shop

loaves would be blessed and then used as the communion bread.

for the new arrivals of fall apparel.

Predating the “Loaf Mass” the accounts of Leviticus 23 and

Bill and the Grounds Maintenance Team will be using a smaller

Exodus 34 describe the Jewish festival which begins the wheat

“pencil tine” for aeration on the greens for both courses. Weather

harvest. In this festival two loaves of bread made from the first

permitting, the schedule will be: the Oaks Course from August

fruits of the wheat harvest were offered to God in anticipation

8th to the 12th and the Cypress Course from August 22nd to the

of an abundant harvest. Next time you are breaking bread with

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family and friends give thanks for the blessing.

To the residents of Solivita, “May the Lord bless you and keep What better time for BBQ than August! Chef Dee’s Smokehouse

you; May the Lord make His face shine upon you, and give you

will be slow-cookin’ your favorite fall-off-the-bone specialties!

peace.”

Starting August 15th, Happy Hour will run from 2pm to 5pm and all day Sunday. Don’t forget to pick up your tickets to Chef Dee’s August 30th Themed Dinner with paired wines. Join us at

Nick Pezzente 863-427-7150 x4620 npezzente@integritygolfco.com

Relay For Life FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement symbolizes hope and our shared goal to end a disease that threatens the lives of so many people we love. If cancer has touched your life, participating in a Relay For Life event is a way to take action and help continue the fight. This is your opportunity to honor cancer survivors, remember those you have lost, and raise funds and awareness to fight back and

Kretz

help end cancer forever.

Antonio “Tony” Rebuquiao

In the past five years residents of Solivita have volunteered to help put on events and because of their efforts and dedication to “make a difference,” Solivita’s Relay For Life has raised over $400,000. If you would like to help with the fight against cancer and participate in any way, please contact Al and Sue Quattrochi, Relay Chairs, at 863-496-4446 or alsueq13@gmail.com. Every volunteer is a part of Solivita’s Relay For Life Team that WILL

Kathleen Kretz

Rebuquiao

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the residents who recently passed away.

make a difference!

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COMMUNITY EVENTS UPCOMING WELLNESS EVENTS DATE

ACTIVITY

Wednesday, August 3rd 10am • RSF2

Policy Reviews: Regions Private Wealth Management. Free Individual Annuity and Life Insurance Policy Reviews will be done in 30 minute appointment increments with periods of group discussion on various policies and options mixed in. Respond today to reserve your appointment spot! RSVP to Laura Metilly at laura.metilly@regions.com.

Wednesday, August 10th 10am • RSF2

Lending you a Helping Hand against Arthritis: Celebration Orthopedics, Dr. Joseph E. Robison.

Please join Dr. Robison, Medical Director of Florida Hospital Kissimmee’s Hand & Wrist Clinic as he explains the cause of hand arthritis, preventative care, non-surgical treatments, and more!

Wednesday, August 10th 2pm • RSF2

Health Benefits of Facials: Riviera Spa Massage, Crystal Bethea.

Thursday, August 11th 10am-12pm • The Palms

Medicare Workshop #1: This will be the 1st of 4 identical workshops entitled: The Alphabet Soup of Medicare. It will discuss how to navigate Medicare and the current health insurance system under the Affordable Care Act and how to find the best coverage for your needs.

The same workshop will be presented on September 8th, October 13th, and November 3rd for those that cannot make the first one. Due to limited space, we ask that you only attend one session. RSVP is required. Please contact the Riviera Spa at 863-427-7130 by Thursday, August 4th to add your name to the list. For more information, contact Elizabeth Deckard at 863-427-7130.

Wednesday, August 17th 10am • RSF2

Depression and Anxiety in the Elderly: Osceola Medical Center, Dr. Hanish Sethi, Psychiatrist.

Wednesday, August 17th 2pm • RSF2

Overcoming Arthritis: Pleasant Hill Family Chiropractic. Dr. Leanne Savion will be discussing why we get arthritis, how to prevent it, and how to slow down, stop, or even reverse it.

Wednesday, August 24th 8:30am-4:30pm • RSF2

Free Skin Cancer Screening: Daystar Skin & Cancer Center, Dr.Schlauder.

Wednesday, August 31st 10am • RSF2

The Latest Non-Invasive Treatments for Chronic Pain: Clinical Touch Massage.

Wednesday, August 31st 2pm • RSF2

Understanding Your Healthcare Options: Sky Top View Rehabilitation Center & South Lake Home Health, Part of South Lake Hospital. Learn about the many resources available to you for continued recovery after a hospital stay. Education will be provided about the differences between Home Health Care, Outpatient Therapy, and Nursing/Rehabilitation Facilities.

In addition, you will learn about how these services are paid for, what type of care to expect, and how to choose the best one for YOU! Refreshments will be served. RSVP by Wednesday, August 24th to Heather Layfield at 352-348-5072.

Wednesday, September 7th Video Otoscopy (Free Wax Screening): Hear Again America, Karen Butler.

10am • RSF2 Wednesday, September 7th Allergies: Vibrant Health Shops. Kim Cobb will surprise you by listing the many ways allergies can be 2pm • RSF2 present in her presentation, “Think You Don’t Have Allergies? Think Again!”

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