Solivita Reflections | June 2024 (Limited Version)

REFLECTIONS

VILLAGE CENTER HOURS

Administration: 863-427-7100

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

C3 Wellness Spa: 407-914-9168

Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm

Friday 8am-7pm

K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930

Monday-Friday 9am-6pm

Saturday 9am-1pm and Sunday Closed

Marketplace Bistro: 863-427-7157

Daily 8am-7pm, Breakfast 8am-11am

Mosaics Restaurant

Call 863-427-7150, option 2 for hours

Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130

Monday-Thursday 6:30am-9pm

Friday 6:30am-7pm, Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm

Solivita Club Facilities After Hours Emergency

Phone Number: 863-286-8779 (Calls Only/No Texts)

Weekdays 5pm-8pm and Weekends 12pm-5pm

Starlite Ballroom

Daily 8am-11pm

Stonegate Pro Shop: 863-427-7150, option 1 Daily 7am-5pm

The Grille at Stonegate: 863-427-7167

Breakfast: Thursday-Sunday 8am-11am

Lunch: Monday-Sunday 11am-4pm

Dinner: Monday-Thursday 4pm-8pm Friday-Sunday 4pm-9pm

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-7pm

Waterfront Galleries

Daily 8am-11pm

Welcome Center: 863-427-7000

Monday-Tuesday & Thursday-Saturday 10am -6pm Wednesday 1pm-6pm, Sunday 12pm -6pm

SOLIVITA CLUB

Club Manager - Sheri Wollschlager: 863-427-7129 or Sheri.Wollschlager@CastleGroup.com

Activities: 863-427-7125 or SolivitaActivities@CastleGroup.com

Communications Coordinator - Wilman De Jesus: 863-427-7137 or Wilman.DeJesus@CastleGroup.com

Concierge: 863-427-7100 or Fax: 863-496-4456

Resident to Resident (R2R) Resource Center : 863-236-9973 or SolivitaR2R@gmail.com

Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130

The Palms Amenity Center : 863-496-1530 or Fax: 863-496-0914

SOLIVITA HOA

Community Manager (Association) - Rudy Bautista: 863-701-2969 or RBautista@Evergreen-LM.com

Evergreen Lifestyles Management (For HOA Matters) 24/7: 855-490-1804 or CustomerService@Evergreen-LM.com

Compliance Department: Compliance@SolivitaHOA.com

• Community Standards Manager: 863-427-7032

• Compliance Inspectors for Non-Compliance & Violations: 863-427-7151 or 863-256-2897

• Compliance ARC Processor: 863-427-7022

Director of Security & Safety - Shanise Holmes: 689-220-8777 or ShaniceH@VitalSecurity.com

Landscape - Yardnique Admin Office: 689-323-6490 or SolivitaCustomerService@Yardnique.com

• Landscape Manager: 863-330-3897

• After-Hours Irrigation Emergencies: 689-323-6525

OTHER CONTACTS

Taylor Morrison Customer Care: 321-397-7247 or OrlandoCustomerCare@TaylorMorrison.com

Warranty Request: taylormorrison.com/warranty/request

Solivita Sales: 863-427-7000

Stonegate Golf Club Directory: 863-427-7150

Catering & Banquets (Stonegate Golf Club): 863-427-7150, option 5

K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930 or Fax: 863-496-7931

Security Gatehouses

• Supervisor: 407-989-2417

• Bella Viana Gate: 407-603-2422

• Main Gate: 407-603-2399

• Parkway Gate: 863-286-0329

• South Gate (Marigold): 863-496-1473

• Venezia Gate: 407-603-2397

• West Gate (San Clemente): 863-496-1453

Visitor/Vendor Gate Access Voice Mail: 863-313-1314

JUNE TABLE OF CONTENTS

Newsletter Submission & Advertising Info .................... Page 3

Department Articles Pages 4-9

Solivita HOA Page 6

Community Events Pages 9-10

Newsletter Assembly Day Page 9

Wellness Events .............................................................. Pages 10

A Touch of Class ........................................................... Pages 11-14

Club & Support Group Meeting Lists Pages 15-19

Club News Pages 20-46

Neighborhood Captains News Page 47

Resident Kudos Page 48

Advertisements ............................................................ Pages 48-76

Activities Events (back of calendar) Insert Pages E1-E3

Monthly Calendar (back of Activities Events) Insert

Weekly Fitness Schedule Calendar Insert

ON THE COVER

In Solivita, we all love to celebrate “Life in the Sun,” but don’t forget to wear your sunglasses! Celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27th by showing off your shades. Photos by Joe Thomas.

PHOTO RELEASE AGREEMENT

Evergreen Lifestyles Management (ELM) and Castle Group (CG) reserve the right to use any photograph/ video taken at any event sponsored by ELM or CG and the respective community the event is happening in, without expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. ELM or CG may use the photograph/ video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by ELM or CG including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian.

NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS

Email submissions to Reflections@SolivitaClub.com

JULY SUBMISSIONS

Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Friday, May 31st. Club flyer insert copies are due by Friday, June 21st, but must be approved by Sheri Wollschlager (Sheri.Wollschlager@CastleGroup.com) or Wilman De Jesus (Wilman.DeJesus@CastleGroup. com) before they are copied.

AUGUST SUBMISSIONS

Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Monday, July 1st

ADVERTISING INFO

Solivita reserves the right to refuse advertisement and does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. Advertisement in Reflections does not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods or services by Solivita. For More Info: Visit the advertising website at SolivitaAdvertising.com, call 863-4400377, or email SolivitaAdvertising@SolivitaClub.com

REFLECTIONS DELIVERY

If you are leaving Solivita or returning to the community and want to change the status of the Reflections delivery to your home, you can do this on the Gate Website. Log on to the website at websites. vertilinc.com/solivitahoa and click the Reflections button or tab. Change delivery status to YES or NO. Contact Membership for log on information at SolivitaMembership@Evergreen-LM.com.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

» SolivitaHOA.com: Wilman.DeJesus@CastleGroup.com

» Reflections: Reflections@SolivitaClub.com

» Channel 902: CommunityChannel@SolivitaClub.com

» Advertising: SolivitaAdvertising@SolivitaClub.com

Change Happens - Part 2...More Updates

BY JANA MALIK DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES

In my article in last month’s Reflections newsletter, we announced some changes happening within the Activities Department. The Activities’ Team tries their absolute best to get creative and adapt to make the changes as seamless as possible and keep you informed before they are implemented. Let’s dive right in.

Mosaics Venue

The Mosaics venue will soon be changing to a food and beverage (F&B) establishment TuesdaySunday and the Mosaics calendar reflects the blocked days and times.

Monthly Club Ticket Sales

With Mosaics blocked for F&B Tuesday through Sunday, monthly Club Ticket Sales will move to the 1st Monday of every month starting on Monday, June 3rd. This will include the 1st Monday in September, also known as the Labor Day holiday. This change will keep it on an easier and more consistent schedule for all to keep track (as before it was on the 1st business day of the month).

Mosaics Club Potluck Change

Due to Mosaics changing from a multipurpose facility to a F&B establishment, club or neighborhood group potlucks will no longer be permissible at this venue. We are contacting clubs with a potluck event to do our best in finding an alternate venue if available.

Karaoke Tuesdays

In last month’s article we announced the implementation of the $7 general admission table ticket fee to cover most of the costs associated with this event. In exchange, the ticket includes entertainment and one wine or beer, or two sodas, tax, and gratuity. We had announced last month that we would sell tickets online and in advance for Karaoke, but we are going to try accepting the admission ticket at the door only on a first-come basis through cash or check. A wrist band will be provided to help us maintain the fire code

seating capacity of 86 people. We ask with this new change to be respectful to the staff and volunteers at the door as they are performing their job. As a reminder, we moved the Karaoke and Trivia schedules to the Event Pages located on the back of the tri-fold monthly calendar insert.

August 2024 Ballroom Dates Available

A renovation project that blocked the first 10 days in August 2024 has moved to another time due to the contractor’s schedule. Therefore, several dates have become available to schedule a club or neighborhood event or a private event using our on-site catering team. Remember, clubs and neighborhood groups are limited to one special event a month and the Ballroom requires a minimum of 100 attendees. Clubs and neighborhood groups may send an online resident event request form by going to SolivitaHOA.com – Calendars and Maps – Solivita Room Calendars or stop by the Activities office. To book a private party, contact the Banquet Manager at banquets@ stonegategolf.com.

Online Ticket Sales Website

It was also announced last month that there would be a new Activities Events Ticket Sales website that can accept credit cards online! You also have the option to reserve the ticket online and select to pay by check (as we are striving to go cashless). If you select to pay by check, bring it to the Activities office during office hours; however, credit card payment is the preferred payment method. Please note that June events will be available through the old ticket sales website and July events will be available through the new ticket sales website. Links for each month’s ticket website will be posted and available where it currently is, on the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page. As new technology and changes are made, please be patient with us. We welcome constructive critiques so we may review if tweaks may be needed.

Trivia

Select Mondays

4pm & 7pm » $7 » Mosaics Reserve Your Table & Purchase Your Limited Drink Selection Online

Select Tuesdays

5pm-9pm » Art Gallery $7 General Admission Includes Limited Drink Selection

Wine Down Concert

Wednesday, June 5th 6:30pm-8:30pm By The Grille Bring Your Own Chair Food Concession & Cash Bar

Family Feud Game Night

Thursday, June 20th 4pm and 7pm Ballroom $5

Dueling Pianos Party

Friday, June 28th

7pm » Ballroom VIP $35 General Tables $30

Read more information and who is permitted to attend these events on the back of the monthly newsletter calendar or go to the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page and click on the RSVP or Purchase Ticketed Events icon. For questions, email or call the Activities Department at SolivitaActivities@CastleGroup.com or 863-427-7125.

Jana’s article continued from page 4

Wednesday Lunch Food Truck

In 2020, we implemented a weekly Wednesday food truck from 11am-1pm in the Solivita Market Area. However, due to low sales, we’ve eliminated this from the Activities Events calendar as they require a minimum of sales every week.

New Activities Team Member

Please welcome our newest person to the Activities Team:

Hello, my name is Katherine Sierra and I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I moved to Florida in November 2021 and have been loving every bit of it! My husband and I decided to move to Florida to give our two boys the best life we can. I am currently in school studying to be an Ultrasound Technician. In my free time, I enjoy cooking and expanding my nail technician experience, as well as any outdoor activities with my family. I am a volunteer at my church and I love to help people. I am very thankful to be a new addition to the Solivita Club Team, and I look forward to meeting every one of our loved residents. Stay blessed!

“Change the Way You Look at Things and Things You Look at Change.” – Wayne W. Dyer

Keep The Party Going!!!

Jana Malik

863-427-7125

Jana.Malik@CastleGroup.com

HOA CONTACT INFORMATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

» President - Larry Anson: SolivitaHOAPresident@SolivitaHOA.com

» Vice President: SolivitaVicePresident@SolivitaHOA.com

» Secretary - Jim Edge: SolivitaSecretary@SolivitaHOA.com

» Treasurer - Glenn Larson: SolivitaTreasurer@SolivitaHOA.com

» Director - Lita Epstein: SolivitaDirector@SolivitaHOA.com

COMMITTEE CHAIRS

» Architectural Review Committee - Yolanda Santiago: Compliance@SolivitaHOA.com

» Communications/IT - Bob Monica: CommunicationsChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Conservation & Wildlife - Bob Monica: WildlifeChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Finance - George Muller: FinanceChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Infrastructure - Jon Cameron: InfrastructureChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Maintenance - Carl Warren: MaintenanceChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Landscape - Hank Stuart: LandscapeChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Neighborhood Captains - Janet Nolan: CaptainProgam.Solivita@gmail.com

» Safety & Security - Wayne Schoeffel: SafetySecurityChair@SolivitaHOA.com

» Violations - Grace Chirco: Compliance@SolivitaHOA.com

SPEED ENFORCEMENT

The HOA, Security, and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office receive multiple complaints of speeding each week from residents within the Solivita community. The Sheriff’s Office has been asked for their assistance in speed enforcement. Receiving a speeding ticket is not only financially costly, but can lead to much more serious results.

Six Months into 2024!

BY SHELLEY DESTEFANO COMMUNITY CONCIERGE

The month of June is here, and we’re almost halfway through the year. Do not despair, there is still plenty of time to enjoy the year. You can start with the important dates and things going on in the area this month.

Important Dates

» Show respect to our flag, its designers and makers on Friday, June 14th for Flag Day.

» Father’s Day: Sunday, June 16th

» Thursday, June 20th is the “Summer Solstice,” which is the longest day of the year.

Bite30

Who doesn’t want to try out new restaurants without paying full price? Well, this is your opportunity! Bite30 highlights the best local restaurants and chefs driving central Florida’s culinary scene. Take advantage of prix fixe menus offering multicourse dinners at a set price of $35 from June 1st through July 7th. Please visit bite30.com for more information and to view participating restaurants.

Silver Spurs Rodeo

You can enjoy the 153rd Silver Spurs Rodeo located at 1875 Silver Spur Lane in Kissimmee on Friday, May 31st at 7pm or Saturday, June 1st at 7:30pm. Ticket prices range from $15 per person to $35 per person depending on the seat locations. Please visit silverspursrodeo.com to purchase tickets and for more information.

Southern Hill Farms Sweetcorn Festival

The Southern Hill Farms Sweetcorn Festival will be running June 8th and 9th (located at 16651 Schofield Road in Clermont). If you like sweetcorn, then you can enjoy their harvest and festival fun, including live music by Thompson Browne Band, petting zoo, sunflower maze, farm wagon rides, corn contests, cooking demonstrations, photo ops, photo booth, and more! Visit southernhillfarms.com to purchase tickets and more information.

Coquina Beach

Coquina Beach is at 2650 Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach. I always go to this beach because there is a café, gift shop, restrooms, picnic tables, outdoor showers, free parking, and of course, clear water. The only downside to this beach is that it’s 2 and ½ hours away, but that does not stop me. Please visit mymanatee.org for more information.

The year is flying by so make sure you are a good pilot and navigate yourself to some awesome destinations.

Community Concierge 863-427-7100

Shelley.Destefano@CastleGroup.com

FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN

Sheila Amerman

Virginia Boyer

Delores Flood

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

Disaster Preparedness for CERT and for You!

SUBMITTED BY ERIC LARSON TEAM LEADER OF SOLIVITA CERT

Solivita CERT works year-round to be prepared for a large-scale emergency, such as weather related or man-made emergencies where Polk County Fire Rescue resources are stretched thin and response times may be lengthy. In our area, we worry about hurricanes and tornados. Other natural events are less likely. Floods in Solivita are mitigated by the many retention ponds. However, street flooding may occur. Non-weather-related events, such as wildfires, chemical or gas spills, transportation accidents, flu pandemics or terrorist events, can also occur.

Our Efforts for Disaster Preparedness:

» Basic FEMA training taken by our membership

» Refresher training at our monthly meetings

» Advanced topic training by Polk County Fire Rescue

» Drills

There are county-wide disaster drills and Solivita CERT runs its own disaster drills, which we completed on April 20th. We set up our command post, communications center and medical triage area, and we sent out two Search & Rescue teams looking for nine victims. This drill allows us to practice our radio communications skills, map reading, building searches, basic first aid skills, documentation of incidents and evaluation of our performance. We are always looking to improve our training and practicing of skills.

JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY

Celebrated on June 19th to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people. The holiday was first celebrated on June 19, 1865, where enslaved people were declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation.

Basic Preparations for the Average Citizen

Our main objective is to train for a disaster, but we also try to prepare our residents for disasters.

Be Informed:

» Listen to the news and follow developing storms

» Register at alertpolk.com for updated, accurate information for our area

» Have a weather radio and extra batteries, as we may lose power

Have a Plan:

» Shelter-in-place is recommended for our homes

» If you choose to evacuate, where will you go? Who will you inform? Who will look after your home during and after a storm?

Prepare a Disaster Kit:

» Food and water for seven days

» Essential tools and supplies - tarp, rope, gloves, flashlight and extra batteries

» Check back issues of Reflections or SolivitaHOA.co m for CERT articles detailing specifics of a kit

JUST WAITING IS NOT PREPARING!!!

Only you can prepare for your needs. This information was provided by your Community Emergency Response Team.

Special Announcement: June Meeting

On Monday, June 10th at 1pm in the Starlite Ballroom, CERT will have the presentation, “Snakes in Central Florida,” the good ones and the bad ones. This meeting is open to all residents of Solivita at no charge. Please come and join us for what should be a very informative and interesting presentation.

SOLIVITA ID CARDS

For lost or broken ID cards and ID card renewals, please contact Wilman De Jesus at 863-427-7137 or Wilman. DeJesus@CastleGroup.com to make an appointment for a new card.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

JULY REFLECTIONS

ASSEMBLY, DELIVERY & PICK-UP

Friday, June 28th • 9am • Ballroom

Newsletter assembly volunteers are asked to meet at 9am in the Ballroom on Friday, June 28th. Delivery volunteers should arrive between 9:45am-10am and are asked not to leave the Ballroom until all neighborhoods have been completely assembled. If you do not receive your newsletter by Monday, July 1st you will need to pick a copy up at the Concierge Desk in the Admin building anytime between 9am-5pm.

COMMUNITY EVENT ARTICLE GUIDELINES

Events submitted for the Community Events section must be open to the entire Solivita community.

Due to space limitations, there is a word count limit of 200 words for all Community Event articles, on a space permitting basis. Articles may be reduced further if there is not enough space in any given month. Photos can be submitted, but are not guaranteed to be published.

As a reminder, events can be advertised for only two months - the month before and the month the event takes place, unless otherwise requested. Please submit articles to Reflections@SolivitaClub.com