Solivita Reflections | May 2022 Limited Version

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REFLECTIONS MAY 2022 VOLUME 22 ISSUE 5

VILLAGE CENTER HOURS Administration: 863-427-7100 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm C3 Wellness Spa: 407-914-9168 Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday-Sunday 9am-6pm K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930 Monday-Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 9am-1pm and Sunday Closed Marketplace Bistro: 863-427-7150, ext. 4724 Daily 8am-7pm, Breakfast 8am-11am Mosaics Restaurant Friday & Saturday 4pm-8pm 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 Weekdays 5pm-8pm and Weekends 12pm-5pm Starlite Ballroom Daily 8am-11pm Stonegate Pro Shop: 863-427-7150, ext. 4710 Daily 7am-5pm The Grille at Stonegate: 863-427-7167 Daily 11am-8pm Breakfast Wednesday-Sunday, 8am-11am Happy Hour Daily 3pm-7pm and All Day on Sundays

Annually in May, the Solivita Departments group together to pamper the 171 volunteers at a volunteer appreciation event. We show them our sincere gratitude with lunch, a cocktail, gifts, awards, and entertainment created and performed by the Solivita Staff. Just like with families, it takes a village to manage, operate and run Solivita. Thank you Solivita volunteers, we can’t say it enough! Photos by Joe Thomas & Bill Labita.

CONTACT LIST Community Manager (Association) - Rudy Bautista: 863-701-2969 or rbautista@evergreen-LM.com Club Manager - Sheri Wollschlager: 863-427-7129 or swollschlager@evergreen-LM.com Director of Security & Safety - Elettsy (Lexy) Jimenez: 863-440-7572 or elettesyj@vitalsecurity.com Communications Director - Doug Gilbert: 863-427-7137 or solivitacommunications@evergreen-LM.com Evergreen Lifestyles Management (For ALL Club & HOA Matters) 24/7: 855-490-1804 or customerservice@evergreen-LM.com Taylor Morrison Customer Care: 321-397-7247 or OrlandoCustomerCare@taylormorrison.com. Warranty Request: taylormorrison.com/warranty/request Activities: 863-427-7125 or SolivitaActivities@evergreen-LM.com Architectural Review: 863-427-7022 or compliance@solivitahoa.com Catering & Banquets (Stonegate Golf Club): 863-427-7150, ext. 4720 Concierge: 863-427-7100 or Fax: 863-496-4456 Floralawn: 863-225-9565 or floralawn.com (Submit a Work Order) Floralawn Irrigation Emergency After Hours: 863-225-9565 (Starting at 5pm all calls get routed directly to the on-call manager) K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930 or Fax: 863-496-7931 Membership: 863-427-7143 or solivitamembership@evergreen-LM.com Resident to Resident Resource Center: 863-236-9973 or SolivitaR2R@gmail.com Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130

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

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

Waterfront Galleries Daily 8am-11pm

Stonegate Golf Club Directory: 863-427-7150

Welcome Center or Model Park: 863-427-7000 Monday-Saturday 9:30am -5:30pm Sunday 11am -5:30pm

Violations & Compliance: 863-427-7151, 863-256-2897 or compliance@solivitahoa.com

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Solivita Sales: 863-427-7000 The Palms Amenity Center: 863-496-1530 or Fax: 863-496-0914

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

Solivita Information

MAY TABLE OF CONTENTS Newsletter Submission & Advertising Info ............................ Page 3 Department Articles .............................................................. Pages 4-16 Solivita University ........................................................................... Page 14 Community Events ............................................................... Pages 17-19 Mosaics Special Nights ........................................................... Page 17 Wellness Events ................................................................ Pages 18-19 A Touch of Class ................................................................... Pages 19-23 Club & Support Group Meeting Lists ........................... Pages 23-28 Club News ............................................................................... Pages 28-49 Neighborhood Captains News ................................................ Page 50 Advertisements ..................................................................... Pages 51-84 Activities Events (back of calendar) ................ Insert Pages E1-E3 Thursday Night Movies .................................................. Insert Page E1

NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS Email submissions to reflections@evergreen-LM.com

JUNE SUBMISSIONS

Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Monday, May 2nd. Club insert copies are due by Tuesday, May 24th, but must be approved by Club Manager, Sheri Wollschlager (email swollschlager@ evergreen-LM.com) or Communications Director, Doug Gilbert (email solivitacommunications@evergreen-LM. com) before they are copied.

JULY SUBMISSIONS

Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Wednesday, June 1st.

Events You Do Not Want to Miss .............................. Insert Page E2 Future Events ..................................................................... Insert Page E3 Monthly Calendar (back of Activities Events) ........................ Insert

REFLECTIONS DELIVERY If you are leaving or returning to Solivita and want to change the status of 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.

HOLIDAY HOURS MONDAY, MAY 30TH: MEMORIAL DAY Administration: Closed

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 863-440-0377, or email SolivitaAdvertising@Evergreen-LM.com.

PHOTO RELEASE AGREEMENT As a reminder, attending any event or class advertised in this publication grants Taylor Morrison, Evergreen Lifestyles Management and Solivita, permission and unconditional rights to use, print, publish or allow to be published, any photographic or videographic image and/or likeness for promotional and/or advertising purposes without compensation, consent, restrictions or limitations whatsoever.

SOLIVITA ID CARDS If you’ve misplaced or lost your Solivita ID card, it is very important that you notify the Membership Office at 863427-7143 or Solivita Membership@Evergreen-LM.com. It will be deactivated until you’ve found it or purchased a replacement ID card.

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What Makes Solivita “Go Round”

BY JANA MALIK DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES We’ll say it today, tomorrow, and every day, Solivita volunteers help make Solivita “go round.” Solivita is a very large community, and just like in a large family, it takes a village to manage, operate and run it. Volunteers keep us afloat, which is the theme of this year’s Volunteer Appreciation Event. The Solivita departments get together to brainstorm, plan, rehearse, and then pamper the many volunteers annually in May with lunch, a cocktail, gifts, awards, and unique entertainment created and performed by the Solivita staff.

When you see a fellow resident volunteer at the next event or other service task they are doing, please thank them for their time. (Photos below by Joe Thomas.)

Several Curbside Cuisine Food Truck Updates

» Food trucks will be cancelled in the summer months

of June, July, and August due to weather and attendance » Effective September 2022, food trucks: • Time will change to 4pm-7pm • Will move to the Farmer’s Market area to alleviate traffic cutting through and for the use of the white tent for seating • Will move to 4th Thursday of the month (with exception to November which will move to the 3rd Thursday)

Ticket Sales - What is Pay Later?

Pay Later is a final transaction option on the ticket sales website that holds your ticket(s)* until you come to the Activities office to pay with exact cash, check, or credit card. After you pay, your E-ticket with the unique QR Scan Code, will be emailed to you.

It is also a tool to use in case there is an issue with our credit card system or with your credit card. Pay Later Tickets need to be paid (5) five business days before the event date. *Tickets available for purchase are for the Activities and FitWell events, Solivita University Classes, or Mosaics Trivia (not for Solivita club events).

Village Drive Closings

Thursday, May 5th: Cinco de Mayo Street Party Event is 6:30pm-9:30pm. VILLAGE DRIVE FROM THE BALLROOM TO THE PRO SHOP ROUNDABOUT IS CLOSED TO VEHICLES AT 4PM. GOLF CART PARKING FROM THE BALLROOM TO THE ART GALLERY AND BEHIND THE BISTRO CAFÉ WILL BE BLOCKED OFF ALL DAY. Thank you Solivita volunteers, you help us Keep The Party Going...

Jana Malik 863-427-7125 jmalik@evergreen-LM.com

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Trivia

Karaoke SPECIAL NIGHTS

SPECIAL NIGHTS

SELECT MONDAYS 4PM OR 7PM » $7 RESERVE YOUR TABLE & PURCHASE YOUR LIMITED DRINK SELECTION ONLINE

Thursday Night Movie

SELECT TUESDAYS COMPLIMENTARY 6PM-9PM CASH BAR

THURSDAY, MAY 26TH 7PM » BALLROOM COMPLIMENTARY ENTRANCE, POPCORN & LEMONADE MOVIE LISTING IS ON THE BACK OF THE CALENDAR INSERT

May 2022

Activities Program

WEDNESDAYS 11AM–1PM FARMER’S MARKET LOCATION IN FREEDOM PARK TO GO ONLY

Cinco de Mayo Street Party THURSDAY, MAY 5TH INSIDE & OUTSIDE BALLROOM 6:30PM-9:30PM DJ, BAND, FOOD TRUCKS CASH BAR, PINATAS, PHOTO BOOTH

Family Feud Game Night FRIDAY, MAY 13TH BALLROOM 4PM & 7PM » $5 MONDAY, MAY 23RD 4PM-7:30PM VETERANS MEMORIAL IN FREEDOM PARK DJ » CASH BAR SEATING

Wine Down Concert on the Chess Lawn WEDNESDAY, MAY 18TH 6:30PM-8:30PM OUTSIDE THE GRILLE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR FOOD CONCESSION & CASH BAR

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Happy

Mother’s Day

Read more information and who is permitted to attend these events on the back of the monthly newsletter calendar or go to SolivitaHOA.com Home Page and click on the RSVP or Purchase Ticketed Events icon.

For questions, email or call Activities Department at SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com or 863-427-7125.

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Department Articles

The R2R Resource Center is Here for You! Workshop: Scams & Fraud Seniors Face Thursday, May 26th • 10am • Ballroom Have you been victim of a scam or someone trying to defraud you; then this workshop is for you. Seniors are the largest demographic impacted by fraud! Lilia Vega from Polk County Sheriff’s Office will be here to talk about: » Scams and fraud impacting seniors » Signs to look for » How to protect yourself from scams » What to do if you have been a victim of a scam

» Think about buying a special alarm that you wear as a bracelet or necklace; if you have fallen or have issues with balance. » Don’t rush to answer the phone. Many people fall trying to answer the phone. » When walking on smooth floors, wear non-slip footwear, that are flat, thin-soled, and fit well. » If you have a cane or a walker, use it at all times instead of holding onto walls and furniture.

Register by calling the Resource Center at 863-236-9973 or email solivitar2r@gmail.com.

Home Safety Tips for Seniors

With a growing number of older adults living independently, it’s increasingly important to make sure that you are safe at home.

Keep Emergency Numbers Handy » Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 » Family member or friend to call in case of emergency (also give them a key) » Healthcare provider’s office, and keep a list of medications Prevent Falls » Fall Risk Assessment - if you have difficulty with walking, balance, or have fallen in the past year, talk to your healthcare provider about having a special falls risk assessment. » Establish (check with your healthcare provider) exercise program to help with balance.

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Safety-Proof Your Home » Make sure all hallways, stairs, and paths are well lit and clear of objects. » Use rails and banisters when going up and down the stairs. » Remove rugs to avoid tripping. » Coil or tape cords and wires next to the wall so that you can’t trip over them.

Have Good Lighting » Replace any burnt-out light bulbs. » Install new light and brighter fixtures. » Install motion detection lighting outside the home. » Test all lighting by standing in one corner of a room and Article continued on page 7

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looking across the room. Can you see a clear path? If not, brighten things up with more lights.

Hurricane Season is Coming – Will You be Ready?

BY SOLIVITA CERT

Avoid Bathroom Hazards » Have grab bars installed in the shower and near the toilet to make getting around easier and safer. » Put rubber mats in the bathtub to prevent slipping. » If you are having a hard time getting in and out of your tub, or on and off the toilet, get a special tub chair or bench, or raised toilet seat.

This is a good time to establish or update your disaster supplies kit. It will provide a minimum of items to carry you through the effects of a major disaster. Such a disaster could be a natural weather phenomenon like a hurricane or a man-made disaster like a terrorist attack. Having a plan and putting together a disaster kit means answering questions like: Protect Against Fire and Related Dangers » Change the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors regularly. » If there is a fire in your home, don’t try to put it out.

Leave and call 911. Know at least two ways to get out of your home. » When you’re cooking, don’t wear loose clothes or clothes with long flowing sleeves. » Replace appliances that have fraying or damaged electrical cords. » Don’t put too many electric cords into one socket or extension cord. » Never smoke in bed or leave candles burning in an empty room. » Make sure heaters are at least three feet away from anything that can burn, such as curtains, bedding, or furniture. Turn off space heaters when you leave the room.

R2R Resource Center 863-236-9973 SolivitaR2R@gmail.com

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» What am I going to eat and drink if power is out and access to groceries is cut off? » How will I know what is going on? » What tools and supplies will I need to mitigate damage to my home? » What kinds of information will I need to recover my property and normal life? » What supplies should I take with me if I am forced to leave my home?

So, your kit needs water, foods (that can be prepared without electricity); a weather radio (for all-hazard warnings); some hand tools for quick repairs; a file of important papers; a supply of your meds; and containers (small enough to handle) to keep all this in. Also, food and meds for your pets.

You can get more detailed lists of these items from the Concierge or on SolivitaHOA.com > Get Connected > Clubs > CERT, then Disaster Supplies and Disaster Considerations documents. This information is provided by Solivita CERT. 7

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A Helping Hand!

BY SHELLEY DESTEFANO COMMUNITY CONCIERGE Continue to pick others up in the world in a physical or mental way. People can only walk if their feet can bear the weight of their bodies. There is also the mental weight or state of others that you sometimes need to take into consideration. When you are in these situations, try to think of them as family, because that little bit of attention and empathy can go a long way. If you are fortunate, then continue to bless those less fortunate. Celebrate life with the important dates and things going on in the area.

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo, on Thursday, May 5th, is the Celebration of the Mexican victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 8th. Let the spoiling begin!

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is Monday, May 30th. Soldier above! You will forever be a hero and grace the heavens with your blessing as an angel. You have fallen, but our flag stands tall, proud and our people are free thanks to your bravery. We will never forget your sacrifice and will always remember our soldiers above.

fee of $15 per adult and $10 per child (4-17 years old). Visit leugardens.org or call 407-246-2620 for more information.

Bok Tower Gardens

On Mother’s Day, Bok Tower Gardens (located at 1153 Tower Boulevard in Lake Wales) is also offering free admission to moms. Please visit boktowergardens.org for more information.

Rosen Plaza

The Rosen Plaza, located at 9700 International Drive in Orlando, is offering an overnight stay that includes a special brunch for two people for $189 plus tax on Mother’s Day. If you are interested, visit rosenplaza.com/mothersday for more information, or call 407-996-0256 to make reservations.

Sandpiper Resort

Looking for a quick all-inclusive weekend getaway? You can head to the Sandpiper Resort in Port St. Lucie (located at 4500 SE Pine Valley Street). This resort is just a couple of hours away from Solivita and it is on Port St. Lucie River with all kinds of activities. Please visit clubmed.us/r/sandpiper-bay/y or call 772-398-5100 for more information.

Megacon

Megacon will be going on at the Orange County Convention Center from May 19th-22nd. If you are into comics, anime, gaming, celebrities, and cosplay, you will enjoy this event.

Certain celebrities will be there on different dates, so visit fanexpohq.com/megaconorlando for more information.

Looking for More to do in the Area?

Do not forget to check out the monthly email blast for more things going on in Polk County.

Harry P. Leu Gardens

On Sunday, May 8th from 9am-5pm, moms get free admission into Harry P. Leu Gardens (located at 1920 North Forest Avenue in Orlando). All other guests will pay the regular admission 8

I know it is hard enough to carry your own burdens in life, but it is so rewarding to see someone in pain smile or give someone you love a moment of happiness. Life’s burdens come in unusual ways and the only thing we have is each other to depend on. If someone needs assistance it only takes a moment of your time to help them. You might be the brightest moment in someone’s day or their darkest moment, it is your choice.

Community Concierge 863-427-7100 sdestefano@evergreen-LM.com

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SOLIVITAHOA.COM TIP

SPEED ENFORCEMENT The HOA, Security, and Polk County Sheriff’s Office receive multiple complaints of speeding each week from residents. The Sheriff’s Office has been asked for their assistance in speed enforcement. Check out what the stats were in previous months airing on Solivita Community Channel 732. Receiving a speeding ticket is not only financially costly, but can lead to much more serious results.

FORMS: Looking for an Activities or Fitness form? Click on the “Lifestyles” menu item on SolivitaHOA.com, then click on the “Lifestyles Docs & Forms” icon to find the Volunteer Log Sheet, Flags Over Solivita form, Community Garden application, Resident Event Request form, and much more.

FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN Doris Chambers Barbara Roberts Janice Stapleton

Chambers

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Roberts

Stapleton

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

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2022 CAR SHOW RECAP

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Photos by Joe Thomas

It seems like we have finally gotten back to “normal” as we reopened the Solivita Car Show to the public, including allowing non-resident display of cars, for the first time since March 2019. We even set a few Solivita Car Show records. We had 139 pre-registered, 31 day of registered vehicles, 15 car clubs from all over Florida and one Solivita resident, Bill Mitchell, who entered six of his own vehicles, which won two separate awards!

Vehicles started lining up way before the sun came up and were greeted by the many volunteers and staff needed to pull off this great event. The event was elevated due to having DJ JR Goodman, a red Mustang Robocar taking pictures and rolling around, the Flipbook People taking pictures of the participating cars on the green screen, the tattoo parlor hosted by the Solivita Older Biker’s and the extensive and well explained modular train display created by the Model Railroad of Solivita Club.

Many thanks go out to Felice Gromek, President, Solivita Friends Helping Those In NEED and club members who worked tirelessly selling raffle tickets for a record of 88 raffle baskets and prizes. Sales from these raffles, car registrations, sponsors, T-shirt sales and the People’s Choice Voting cards came out to an approximate amount of $21,000 (as of writing this article, final accounting is being held) for the St. Vincent de Paul St. Ann’s Food Panty in Haines City!!

Thanks to all of the hard work by the 100 dedicated volunteers, our on-site EMT, Security, Catering, Club Communications, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Car Show Committee and the Activities team as we heard tons of great comments from those in attendance, “Best Show yet”, “Wow, what a great car show”, “Been to many shows outside of Solivita, this was the first time for this show and it was the best.” We already had our committee wrap-up meeting where we discussed several things we can do for next year to make it even better.

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice Brooks Rehabilitation

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice Central Florida Freshcoat Painting

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice Excel Pain & Spine

THANK YOU TROPHY LEVEL, RED CORPORATE, YELLOW TROPHY AND GREEN LEVEL SPONSORS! Trophy Level: State Farm-Julio Caban Red Corporate: Performance Golf Carts (who also donated the golf cart parking lot shuttles), Air Commander’s Heating and Air Conditioning Co., Central Florida Freshcoat Painting, HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida, Excel Pain and Spine and Brooks Rehabilitation.

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice Yellow Trophy: Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace, Select Rehabilitation, Affinity Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida Dental Group, Art’s Golf Cars Inc, Jolen’s Carts, Miracle Toyota, Knights of Columbus #10484, Arista Realty Group.

Green Level: Forged in Love Gifts, Old Guys Rule-Florida Cabana & Co., Bath Fitter, Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, Chicks Wood-Works, Global Motors, Mercedes Borges, Beaded Jewelry Designs, Allison Little Pinch of Seasoning & More, Edward Jones Financial-Dalton Cruze, Good Shepherd Hospice, Economy Glass Tinting, William Sansone and Care Beyond.

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BEST IN SHOW • • •

MUSCLE CAR AWARDS

1st: Joshua Phelps - 1951 Chevy 3100 Panel 2nd: Roberto Rodriguez - 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona 3rd: Bill Mitchell (R) - 1957 Chevy Bel Air

• • • (R) = Solivita Resident

Best: Diedrich Wolff - 1967 Pontiac GTO Allan MacDonald (R) - 2014 Chevy Corvette Stingray Javier Ramos - 2006 Ford Mustang GT

RED CORPORATE SPONSORS CHOICE AWARDS • • • 1st Place - Best in Show

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2nd Place - Best in Show

3rd Place - Best in Show

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice - Air Commander’s Heating and Air Conditioning

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Performance Golf Carts: Alex Padilla - 1970 Mazda RX00 Air Commander’s Heating & Air Conditioning Co: Bob Rattiger 1923 Ford T Bucket Excel Pain & Spine: Jorge Rivera 1957 Volkswagon Beetle Central Florida Freshcoat Painting: James Tipple, Jr. - 2015 Chevy Camaro ZL1 HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital: Diedrich Wolf - 1967 Pontiac GTO Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida: Martin Daniels (R) - 2022 Vanderhall Carmel Brooks Rehabilitation: Doug Stauffer (R) - 1955 Chevy Bel Air

TROPHY LEVEL SPONSOR CHOICE AWARD •

State Farm - Julio Caban: Joe Rodriguez - 1967 Ford Mustang

Trophy Level Sponsor Choice State Farm Julio Caban

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice - HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital & Best Muscle Car

Solivita Muscle Car Award of Excellence #1

Solivita Muscle Car Award of Excellence #2

Red Corporate Sponsor Choice Performance Golf Carts

Model Railroad Club of Solivita Appreciation Award

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Solivita Truck-SUV-Jeep Award of Excellence #1

Solivita Truck-SUV-Jeep Award of Excellence #2

MOTORCYCLE AWARDS

TRUCK/SUV/JEEP AWARDS • • •

Solivita Truck-SUV-Jeep Trophy

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Best: Darren Livingston - 1967 Chevy C10 Pickup Dan Anderson (R) - 1954 Mercury M100 Pickup Vic Walker (R) - 1967 Chevy Pickup

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Best: Leon Reed (R) - 2021 Harley Road Glide CVO Jacques Weaver (R) - 2004 Honda VTX 1300

(R) = Solivita Resident

Solivita Modern Era Trophy

MODERN ERA AWARDS (1997-PRESENT) • • • • •

Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #1

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Best: Connie Fitzgerald - 2016 Chevy Corvette Z06 Mike Zuker (R) - 2019 Porsche Boxster Orville Dietz - 1998 Chevy Corvette Pace Car Matt Nichols - 2020 Dodge Charger Yasmeen Brooks - 2021 Chevy Corvette C8 Ken Fitzgerald - 2008 Chevy Corvette Z06 Joshua Schuh - 2014 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS Clayton Ferguson - 2012 Chevy Camaro SS Convertible

Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #4

Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #5

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #2

Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #3

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John Donato (R) - 1962 Chevy Corvette

Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #6

People’s Choice Award

Solivita Modern Era Award of Excellence #7

Solivita Best Classic Era Trophy

Car and Motorcycle Club Groups

Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #1

CLASSIC ERA AWARDS (1996 AND OLDER) • • Solivita Motorcycle Award of Excellence

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Best: Alan Gonyea (R) - 1967 Chevy Nova Wagon Jack Donnell (R) - 1968 Cadillac DeVille Convertible Joseph Amedeo (R) - 1957 Chevy Belair Michael Schouten (R) - 1936 Chevy 2 Door Master Deluxe Danny Fling - 1969 Pontiac GTO Mike Merritt (R) - 1967 Chevy Corvette Theodore Lamontagne - 1968 Chevy C10 Stepside Pickup Bob Rattiger - 1927 Chevy Flatbed Truck

Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #2

Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #3 & Central Florida Classic Truck Club

Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #4

EXOTIC CAR AWARDS • • • • Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #5

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Best: Fred Schoeler - 2020 Lotus Evora GT Jeffrey Blizzard - 2017 Chevy Corvette Mike Kennedy (R) - 1962 Lotus 23R Sport Racer Noel Longree (R) - 2007 Aston Martin DB9 Volante Bill Mitchell (R) - 2015 Chevy Corvette

Solivita Exotic Car Trophy

Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #6

Solivita Exotic Car Award of Excellence #4

Solivita Exotic Car Award of Excellence #1

Solivita Classic Era Award of Excellence #7

Solivita Exotic Car Award of Excellence #3

Solivita Exotic Car Award of Excellence #2

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Yard of the Month

Co-Sponsored by the Solivita University Committee and Activities Great Decision Annual Passes are on sale now by scanning the QR Reader or go to the SolivitaHOA.com Home Page. On the Home Page there is an Online Merchandise Store. No studying, tests or exams are given, just enlightening topics to keep your mind energized. All classes are 90 minutes long unless otherwise noted. Solivita University class calendar and faculty biographies can be found on SolivitaHOA.com under Get Connected. Adult guests welcome. For more information, call the Activities Office at 863-427-7125 or email SolivitaActivities@Evergreen-LM.com.

Spring has sprung and our plantings throughout Solivita are popping with new growth and flower buds. As our lawn and gardens mature, the community looks even better with a little TLC. Our Yard of the Month is located at 1300 Harbor Ridge in the Mira Vista neighborhood. Helen and Fran Osborne are proud of their landscape and maintain it very well.

Congratulations! Where will our judges be next? Make sure your front yard looks as pretty as possible, and maybe you will be our next Yard.

Isn’t Solivita a great place to live?

2022 Great Decision (GD) Discussions Annual Pass

This is an annual pass for the Foreign Policy Association who produces a study guide (which comes included in the pass) with eight of the most critical global issues facing America. Great Decisions discussions are moderated in person by Thomas Gallagher Ph.D on select Wednesdays at 4pm and virtually by Mary Ellen Roberts and Len Trushkosky on select Tuesdays at 11am. The 2022 GD Annual Pass is $42 (or $47 for two sharing a book).

May Discussion Topic: Myanmar and ASEAN » Tuesday, May 10th at 11am over Zoom » Wednesday, May 11th at 4pm in The Palms

Upcoming Fall Courses – MARK YOUR CALENDAR

» Libre Office: 4 weekly classes starting on Thursday, September 15th at 1pm

» iPhone/iPad: 4 weekly classes starting on Tuesday, October 11th at 5:30pm

» Controversial U.S. Constitutional Cases: 3 weekly classes starting on Thursday, October 13th at 4pm 14

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May Momentum

BY BRAD THOMPSON BRANCH MANAGER, FLORALAWN It has been a busy spring around Solivita as Floralawn crews have been hard at work tending to plants, trees and turf.

Weeding, Pruning & Planting

Early spring saw us digging into weed control protocols and completing scheduled fertilizer applications. We tackled the annual crape myrtle pruning, getting all the crapes across Solivita pruned and ready for the new year’s growth. We finished up the native grass pruning, and rejuvenation pruning was conducted on sparse and leggy plants.

We completed the first round of 2022 plant and sod replacements. Floralawn conducts plant and turf audits throughout the year. We note where damage has occurred and where plants and shrubs or grass have died. We carry out replacements according to triaged lists, tackling the highest priority items first and working our way through the lists.

A Complete Team

Spring also brought the acquisition of new employees, bringing us to a complete team of maintenance crews and detail crews.

Being fully staffed with carefully vetted and thoroughly trained grounds people, enables us as a company to give Solivita the best care possible. Does it seem like you’re seeing us around more these days? It’s because last month we moved to weekly

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Solivita

LAST CHANCE FOR MEMORIAL DAY

mowing of your lawns and the grass around all the ponds. Pond banks may seem like low-care areas, but installations such as poles, drain boxes, and conduits all require special attention.

Our detail crews make sure that pond banks and common spaces are kept trimmed and safe.

What’s Ahead This Month?

This month we continue to remove Spanish and ball moss from all shrubs and trees across Solivita, up to six feet in height.

We aim to keep shrubs and trees looking neat and to maintain unobstructed space on sidewalks and pathways.

May has us looking ahead to June and the advent of the summer storm season. In preparation for that, we’re inspecting all palms and trees, particularly those close to homes and buildings.

Where limbs and fronds are touching walls and roofs, Floralawn crews are trimming them back. Ensuring that trees and palms are not in contact with building surfaces keeps the possibility of damage to a minimum.

That brings you up to date on our activities as we work every day to keep Solivita beautiful! Our next Coffee Talk will be in Mosaics at 9am on Friday, May 27th. For questions, please call 863-225-9569.

Floralawn 863-225-9565 floralawn.com

Memorial Day is just around the corner. There is still time to be part of the Flags Over Solivita Program for 2021. There are four remaining holidays this year. Please have your application in by May 10th or sooner to be included this coming Memorial Day weekend. At this time, we have over 3,200 flags that will be displayed throughout Solivita. This program is open to all residents ... not just veterans.

Applications are available and can be printed from SolivitaHOA. com (under Veterans Club), on the Veterans Club webpage at veteransclubofsolivita.com or you may pick up a copy at the Concierge Desk. Applications, along with your $25 check (made out to VCS), can be mailed to Veterans Club of Solivita at P.O. Box 581770, Poinciana, FL 34758.

If you would like to volunteer or you have any questions, email flagsoversolivita@gmail.com or call 863-512-3655.

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Department Articles

Know the Warning Signs of Stroke

BY RITA MILIOS PSYCHOTHERAPIST & HOLISTIC WELLNESS COACH, C3 WELLNESS SPA

May is Stroke Awareness Month

A stroke, also called a CVA (cerebrovascular accident) or “brain attack,” occurs when the supply of blood to the brain is reduced or blocked completely, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. Strokes are a leading cause of death in the United States and a major cause of serious disability for adults. While anyone can have a stroke at any age, the older you are, the more susceptible you are for having a stroke.

The good news is that permanent damage from strokes is preventable, if they are caught and treated in time. Patients who arrive at an emergency room within 3 hours of their first symptoms typically have less disability 3 months post- stroke than those who receive delayed care.

There are two kinds of stroke. Most people are familiar with ischemic strokes, that happen when the blood supply to the brain is blocked by a blood clot. But strokes also occur when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. These strokes are called hemorrhagic strokes.

Signs & Symptoms of a Stroke

Everyone should know the signs and symptoms of a stroke. An easy way to remember the most common signs of stroke and how to respond is with the acronym F.A.S.T. Use this “stroke test” to detect signs of a stroke happening to yourself or to someone else.

• F = Face Drooping: Smile (or ask the other person to smile) Does one side droop?

• A = Arm Weakness: Raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

• S = Speech Difficulty: Say a simple sentence. Are the words slurred?

• T = Time to Call 9-1-1: If you or another person shows any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately. Stroke treatment can begin in the ambulance and greatly reduce lasting damage.

Other Common Signs of Stroke

Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body: The numbness may not be limited to the face and arms; it can be experienced in the spine, legs, or feet.

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Sudden balance or coordination problems hindering the ability to walk evenly; or the development of a slouch that hinders the ability to sit up straight.

Vision problems that are drastic and occur suddenly. Blurriness, loss of peripheral vision, or total loss of vision are signs of stroke when they occur abruptly, without warning.

Sudden confusion - not being able to recall basic facts such as the year, one’s own name, or their location are all indicators of a possible stroke.

Communication problems, such as slurred speech or having trouble understanding others.

Sudden, painful headache is also a symptom. Headaches associated with strokes are different from other types of headaches in that they occur without warning and are extremely painful. Headache pain that greatly escalates within seconds may be related to a stroke.

If any of these signs appear suddenly and are strong enough to make you take notice, then, seek help. When in doubt, get it checked out; call 9-1-1 immediately. How fast the patient gets to the hospital and the type of stroke they are having greatly affects their long-term outcome.

Stroke Prevention

High blood pressure is the single most important treatable risk factor for stroke. Practice stoke-prevention habits such as maintaining a healthy weight and eating a diet low in sodium.

Don’t smoke, limit alcohol and be physically active. Reduce stress whenever possible, as stress increases your risk of both high blood pressure and stroke.

Meditation is one of the best ways to reduce stress and control blood pressure without medication. Join me on Wednesday, May 18th from 2pm-3pm at the Riviera Spa & Fitness Center, 2nd Floor Classroom (RSF2), for Meditation for Health: Simple Techniques and Helpful Tips.

C3 Wellness Spa 407-914-9168 info@rivieraspamassage.com

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