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SABAL SPRINGS BREEZE NEWSLETTER NEW EMAIL ADDRESS AND MORE INFORMATION
Please submit your articles to sabalspringsbreeze@ gmail.com The deadline is the 11th of the month. Except for Nov. and Dec. which will be announced.
Mary Ann Baillargeon
Bill Hare
Cathy Ward
Donna Milbee
Newsstands for Sabal Springs Breeze are located in the green box by the HOA door to the clubhouse, also in the foyer at the The Lake House At Sabal Springs Restaurant in a wire rack. The newsletter will also be available on Sabal Springs website: https://home.alliantproperty.com
CONTRIBUTORS:
This is your newsletter, your input is valuable and needed. Please email us of any upcoming events, and suggestions for articles. Please nothing slanderous or libelous will be published, articles are published at the discretion of the editorial staff. Please submit proposed articles and photos via email to sabalspringsbreeze@gmail.com The preferred format is word documents using Times New Roman in 12 pt.
PLANNING AN EVENT
Planning an event or activity and would like it in the newsletter? Please when working with your committee designate someone to write up your article and do the photographs to submit to the newsletter. Our editorial staff is not always available to do this for you. Thank you Editorial Staff.
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SAVE THE DATES
By Loretta Gehman
A reminder for all to save Saturday evening, December 7th to participate in our community Christmas golf cart parade. Start planning the theme and decorations for your award-winning designed golf cart. Prizes will be awarded as always. Also, we will have our house decorating contest once again with judging taking place on the evening of Thursday, December 5th.
IMPORTANT DATES
Thursday, December 5th House Decorating Judging Saturday, December 7th at 6:00 P.M. Christmas Golf Cart Parade WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS!
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
By Donna Milbee
In an effort to fulfill our mission; “To strive to Provide a safe, efficient and effective method to get important, current information to all residents of Sabal Springs” we are offering bi-monthly training to assist residents in accessing the HOA Portal. Please contact Linn Campbell to register for the next one. Residents may also reach out to committee members for help to set-up email on their smartphones or tablets to receive the HOA Eblasts. If you are not receiving those you may contact George-Ann, in the office, for assistance.
DID U KNOW?
The lawn service contract is being revisited at this time, however; here are a few excerpts from the current contract with Greenscapes that may be of interest. If you feel they are not fulfilling these obligations, evidential photos sent to the office will be addressed. The full contract can be found on the Sabal Springs HOA website. SERVICES:
Turf Maintenance Contractor will provide for the
following applications consistent with the manufacturer recommendations:
Turf Fertilization - Four (3) treatments per year
Mowing shall be performed with specified mower types and blades to provide a quality cut. Mowing patterns shall be rotated to minimize scalping and rutting by mower wheels and to minimize soil compaction. Contract is for Floratam varieties only.
All turf shall be mowed weekly during the growing season of April thru October and bi-weekly during the slow growing season of November thru March. This will be a total of 42 cuts. Clippings shall be left on the lawn as long as no visible clumps remain on the grass surface 24 hours after mowing; otherwise Contractor will collect and dispose of clippings.
Lake Banks: To be mowed every other week.
Canal Banks: Canal banks to be maintained once per month or twelve times annually.
Del Prado Canal Bank: Canal bank outside of the wall along Del Prado to be maintained two times a month during the growing season and one time per month during the slow growing season.
Turf Weed Control: Chemical weed control will be rotated on an eight week cycle and can only be applied safely when temperatures are below 90 degrees and wind drift is at a minimum. Due to the unavailability or restricted use of effective control products, the prevention or control of Carpet grass, Torpedo grass, Bermuda grass and select sedges are not part of the Agreement and are not included in the Agreement.
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
By Linn Campbell
We are happy to inform the residents of Sabal Springs as of today when you place a work order that the resident will be able, after a TWO WEEK period, call the office or go to the office for a notice of completion. Ron or George Ann will be happy to look up that information, which by the way is located on the portal, so there will no longer be any questions if the order is complete. This will be a temporary fix, classes on this will be available to you again on October 8th and December 3rd as of now. This should eliminate any question of what’s been done and that it has been completed. I’m glad the Communication Committee can help with your concerns and questions on this matter.
Once again thank you all for your help in this matter and let the committee know of any other concerns you the resident have and don’t forget the classes we have for you!!
SABAL SPRINGS 2ND ANNUAL ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR 2024
November 16th, 2024 9 AM TO 2 PM, in the Multipurpose room
The craft fair is open to all Sabal Springs Residents to sell their crafts and art.
Table spaces are available for $15.00 per table/space. The sign-up sheets are on the Arts & Crafts bulletin board by the HOA office door. Payment is due at the time of sign-up. Make the check payable to S.S. Arts and Crafts, for the total amount due, please note on the check for the 2024 fair. Place your check in the mailbox in the Arts & Crafts room.
Any questions please call Janice Lambert at 239-2170510 or Linda Mack at 239-567-8474
Please sign up by Sunday, September 1st, 2024 as the table/spaces are limited and we need to know how many participants to expect.
We are looking forward to seeing all the talent Sabal Springs has to offer. If you are unable to signup due to being out of town but want to participate in the fair, please email Linda Mack by September 1st, at linda_m_6767@yahoo.com
If 2 or more residents are selling crafts together, please sign up together and indicate the total number of tables and or spaces you need.
Janice Lambert and Linda Mack
Co-chairpersons
SUNSET DESSERT AND GAME NIGHT
By Bill Hare
On Sunday Night, August 11, 2024 at Sabal Springs, residents were treated to Sunset Dessert & Game Night. WOW! what night with over 130 residents attending this gala event loaded with every imaginable dessert! With more than 30 resident volunteers that provided homemade treats.
After the desserts were eaten two games of Bingo were played with prizes. Residents were given 6 free tickets that were placed in containers for over 25 amazing raffles.
RAFFLE PRIZES:
1. Pitcher, Cups & Paper Towel Holder
2. Journal, Book Light, Game
3. "Crazy Bird" Painting By Lorraine Harrington
4. Wreath and/or Table Centerpiece Handmade by Marleen Cantabene
5. Sabal Personalized Cheese Board Donated by Greg & Susan Costa
6. Jello Shot Basket w/Vodka, Jello & Cups Donated by
Terry Sybrant
7. Wine Basket w/ Wine Glasses
8. Large Collection of Assorted Items for Lanai Entertaining
9. Fall Wreath Handmade by Janice Lambert
10. Large Wine & Kitchen Basket
11. Hand painted Friendly Elephant By Mary Maher
12. Handmade Earrings Handmade by Lisa Blier
13. Dillard's Gift Basket Jewelry, Scarf, Perfume Samples
14. Grocery Bag Holder, 2 Large Serving Platters & 12 Cloth Napkins Handmade by Helen Parlett
15. Handmade Earrings Handmade by Lisa Blier
16. Hand painted Green Fish By Mary Maher
17. Napkins, Ceramic Napkin Holder & Wine
18. Gift Certificate for Installation of a Hot Water Tank (or another item noted). Donated by Jeff Duncan
19. Fall Candle Basket with Glass Candle Holders.
20. Wine & Wine Stopper Donated by Sandy Siwiec
21. Homemade Treats From Pat Convery
22. Place Setting or Food Card Description Holders. Set of 6 glass cubes. From Cheryl Frailly
23. $50 Gift Certificate for Cape Cabaret From: Dave & Loretta Gehman
24. Two Handmade Cloth Bowl Holders for Microwave Use. Made by Helen Parlett
25. New Ladies Purse Donated By Carole Lightbody Once again, the Sabal Springs volunteer residents provide great entertainment for all residents.
COMMITTEE
and ACTIVITIES CHAIRS
The Breeze Newsletter would like to publish your committees’ activities and your current projects. Please feel free to send your committee activity response to the Breeze at Sabalspringsbreeze@gmail.com
SUN SHINE SINGLES
By Donna Milbee
This summer the singles’ group is all about community involvement. There is always a table full of singles at the parties at the Lakehouse Restaurant as well as “kicking-itup” on the dance floor many Friday and Saturday nights. A deluge of delicious desserts were provided for the Golf Cart Tasting Caravan. Over a quarter of the Block Captain volunteers are from the Sun Shine Singles, doing our part to help our neighbors.
Our own Lorraine Harrington (who has a BIG birthday this month) represented us well at the Artists’ Reception at the Lakehouse, selling several paintings and getting multiple commissions.
There's always more room on the dance floor, at a table, at a movie, or in our carpool! Send Phillis Monfredini (pmonfred@comcast.net) a message if you would like to be on the mailing list for future fun.
We're looking forward to making new friends Wednesday, Sept. 25th, at 4:30 PM in the Sun Shine Room for Happy Hour Planning and dinner afterward.
CAROL DUNCAN AND HER TIRAMISU
By Cathy Ward
Describing Sabal Springs resident Carol Duncan is easy – she is simply a perfect example of “A Student of the Universe.”
A brief summary of her life so far includes a college degree from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee in art education, a ski bum in Vail, Colorado, a traveler to New Zealand where she learned to cook in a café, a brief stay in England and many places in Europe, a gourmet cook, a breeder of monarch butterflies, a travel agent, a staff member of Midwest Express Airlines and most recently a recruiter for a variety of companies.
Carol, who moved to Sabal Springs with her husband Jeff in 2017, was born in Hartford, Conn .but moved as a child to the Milwaukee, Wis. area, where she spent much of her life between her many travels. Various friendships took her to ski slopes, foreign countries and around the globe.
Still loving to travel, one of her recent and favorite ventures is being a member of ”Sisters on the Fly,” where she joins other women on camping trips around the country. It’s a women only group of about 20,000 women. Individual outings can have any number of women. The bottom line rule of this group is “Always be Kind.” The next event is viewing a meteor shower. “It’s kind of like being in Girl Scouts,” Carol said.
Carol and Jeff, she said, love Sabal Springs. Jeff is a board member here. “We have met so many very interesting people,” she added. They moved to south Florida to be closer to her parents, who were living in Venice. Her mom is still there. They came to Sabal to visit a friend and soon bought a home.
Carol’s hobbies include making jewelry, machine quilting, acrylic painting and trying new recipes. “You would not believe the stacks and stacks of computer printouts I have of recipes I plan to try. She notes she often tweaks them to fit their taste. One of her favorites is Tiramisu, listed below, which she insists is easy and always delicious.
Tiramisu
1 ½ c. heavy whipping cream.
8 oz. mascarpone cheese
1/3 c. white sugar
1 t. vanilla
1 ½ c. cold espresso
3 T. coffee flavored liqueur
1 Package Lady Fingers
Cocoa powder for dusting the top.
Whip cream, slowly add sugar and vanilla and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Add mascarpone cheese and fold in until combined. Set aside. Add coffee and liqueur to a shallow bowl. Dip ladyfingers in coffee, don't soak, just dip and lay them in a single layer on the bottom of a 8x8 pan. Smooth half of the mascarpone mixture on top. Add another layer of dipped lady fingers. Smooth remaining mascarpone cream on top. Dust cocoa powder generously over the top. A fine mesh strainer works well for the cocoa powder. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight before serving.
IT’S ALMOST TIME
By Loretta Gehman
Since there are so many new residents in Sabal Springs, I thought it appropriate to let all of the newcomers know that their community has a ladies’ golf association open to all levels of play from beginner to well experienced. League play starts this season on Wednesday, October 16th at 8:00 a.m. and continues every Wednesday thereafter until April 16, 2025, with several exceptions for special tournaments. The cost for a yearly membership into the Sabal Springs Ladies Association is $25.00. If you are interested in joining the group or want more information, please contact our membership chairperson Jane Ward at golfingwards@att.net or 239-373-7444 or Loretta Gehman at gehmans@gmail.com or 814-937-2942.
COME JOIN US FOR SOME FUN!
HOLE IN ONE
By Mike Temme (Jokers Wild President)
On Tuesday August 6th, Jay Lind (part of the Joker’s Wild Golf Club) approached the tee box on number 7 as he has done many times. However, today Jay pulled out his 7 iron lined up and struck the ball. At first he didn’t actually know where it went, only to his surprise one bounce on the green and the ball landed in the hole!
Congratulations to Jay Lind! What a great day!
HOLE IN ONE PAUL PERDUE
By Diana Grimmer
Paul Perdue got a Hole in One on July 28th on Hole 14. It is his second one on 14! Congratulations!
MONDAY DUPLICATE BRIDGE
By Earl Russell
July 29 1. Greg & Sue Jessup
2. Earl Russell & Sylviane Threlkeld
3. Walt & Rita Masters
WEDNESDAY BRIDGE
By Pat Harp
July 10
1. Jane Rathburn
2. Greg Jessup
July 17 1. Rita Masters 2. Walt Masters
July 24 1. Ed Hall
2. Rita Masters
July 31 1. Sue Jessup
2. Dana Michel
Aug. 7
1. Rita Masters
2. Donna Michel and Pat Harp tied
GOLF WINNERS FOR JULY
By Charley Frantz
Saturday Couples Scramble
July 6
1st -Patsy and Scott Clark, Linda Pechstein and Gene Campbell
2nd -Karol and Keith Bunch, Beth Zes and Bob Hawkins
July 13
1st place team-Cheri and Guy Armstrong, Arlene Roy and Keith Bunch
2nd place team-Linda Pechstein and Gene Campbell, Linda Sholette and Gary Clapp
July 20
1st place team-Karol and Keith Bunch, Arlene Roy and Leo Pierson
2nd place team-Mary and Mark Richards, Linda Sholette and Paul Larson
July 27
1st place team-Cheri and Guy Armstrong, Karol and Keith Bunch
2nd place team-Sharon Hunt and Bob Petty, Wayne and Cathy Piper
Wednesday Ladies’ League
July 3
1st -Cheri Armstrong, Helen Parlet, Arlene Roy, May Wine
2nd -Yvonne Cegelski, Charley Frantz, Bonnie Halberg, Anita Johnson
■ 9/8/2024 - Pirate Scavenger Hunt with Wine/Beer/ Non Alcoholic Tasting. Time: 12 to 2pm, Cost: $5.
In your golf cart or car visit various stops around Sabal Springs to enjoy small drinks, light bites and collect your treasure, coins and tokens. Along the way, gather clues and answers on your treasure map. Finish at The Lake House for a hotdog & chips (no extra charge, included with your ticket). Text Susan Costa at 508 889 7592 to join the host list.
■ 9/10/2024 - Arts & Crafts September Lunch at The Lake House at Sabal Springs. Lunch starts at 11:30 sharp. Hosted by the Sabal Arts & Crafts Committee
■ 9/17/2024 - 2pm HOA meeting
■ 9/18/2024 - EPC meeting
■ 9/20/2024 - "Pop Up Class" - Decoupage. Enjoy a fun class as you make a fun personalized craft. Sign up starts a few weeks before the class date. The sign up sheet will be posted on the A&C bulletin board near the HOA office. Hosted by the Sabal Arts & Crafts Committee.
ARC (Kathy)
Mary Zitek (Chair)
Larry Kiger
Ron Frailly
William Rokosz
Sandy Cocca
Linda Sholette
Susan Roberts
Sue Dodge
EPC (Kathy)
Mike Temme (Chair)
Linn Campbell (Co-Chair)
Donna Milbee
Pat Convery
John Cocca
Jeanine Clapp
Linda Pechstein
Peter Kwaak
Sharon Hunt
Gene Campbell
Rick Manning
Finance (Tom)
Bill Hare (Chair)
Susan Roberts
Gerry Arenstein
Gary Clapp
Building Maintenance (Jeff)
Gary Ravin (Chair)
Gene Cambell
Susan Costa
Larry Kiger
Compliance (Tom)
Patsy Clark (Chair)
Rich Manning
Yvonne Cegelski
Carol Homa
Carol Ann Duncan
Anita Johnson
Dave Gehman
Bob Hawkins
Fining (Tom)
Patsy Clark (Chair)
Donna Orange
Rich Manning
Bill Rokosz
Diane Bloss
Communications (Jeff)
Linda Campbell (Chair)
Common Area
Maintenance (John)
Bill Juraco (Chair)
Pool (John)
Jeanine Clapp (Chair)
Contract Review (Rick)
Gary Clapp (Chair)
Decorating (Kathy)
Carol Duncan (Chair)
Tennis/Pickleball (Rick)
Bill Rokosz (Chair)
Library (Kathy)
Dee Dunphy (Chair)
Document (Rick)
Earl Russell (Chairman)
Scott Clark
Sandra Cocca
Karol Bunch
Nancy Dudak
Welcome (John)
Lanier harrison (Co-Chair)
Jeanine Clapp (Co-Chair)
Diane Galante
Golf (Jeff)
Scott Clark (Co-Chair)
Donna Ireland (Co-Chair)
These listings are maintained by the S.S.H.O.A. office, please notify the office of any changes or corrections by email or contacting the S.S.H.O.A. office at 239-731-2191. Room reservations (ALL) contact the S.S.H.O.A. office at 239-731-2191.PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARRANGE FOR ANY EVENT WHICH INVOLVES NON-RESIDENTS, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE TO NOTIFY THE GATEHOUSE
