CLUBHOUSE/GYM HOURS MON-THU 8am – 9pm FRI-SUN 8am – 10:30pm
OFFICE HOURS MON, TUE, FRI 9am – 4pm WED, THUR 9am – 6pm
POOL HOURS Dawn to Dusk
SATELLITE HOURS MON-THU 8am – 8pm FRI-SUN 8am – 9pm
The Box Office will be open 90 minutes prior to show, only for theater/concert events. All dance tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased by phone, in person at the Box Office, or online at www.sl4recdistrict.com.
the cover: A Wise and Feisty Leprechaun. Courtesy of Reccmeny
• I Love the March 1st show, PettyCamp Junction. It’s a tribute to the music of Tom Petty and John Mellencamp – two great artists from the 80s and 90s!
• Our movie on the 6th is Catskills on Broadway, featuring all your favorites like Dick Capri, Jerry Lewis, Woody Allen, Mel Brooks, Freddie Roman, and many more.
• Our march 8th show is Spectrum – Direct from Las Vegas! This show is a fabulous Motown review with a Motown dance after party! What a great night!
• March 10th is our monthly Bunco Party. Sandra Hankin leads it and everyone has a great time.
• March 15th is our St. Patrick’s Day Party, featuring DJ Edie De Caro and authentic Irish Dancers. Each attendee will receive a delicious corned beef sandwich, dessert and a beer.
• Come dance to Shonee at our Pool Party on March 16th – the new time is 5pm to 7pm.
• Our monthly Karaoke Party is on March 18th. Boy, do we have singers at Phase 4!
• Our Cash Bingo sponsored by Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 Rec Association is at 6:30pm on March 20. You can buy your cards at the Box Office in advance or at the door. Please bring your Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 Rec District ID. Please – no outside food.
• DJ PR Censation will have you up on the floor for a sizzling Latin dance on March 22! Sabado Marzo 22 – 7pm.
• March 23rd, at 2pm, SLP4 presents Mia – a great show starring Mia Vassilev, a female “Liberace.” She is backed by her talented band. For an additional $5 over the ticket price, you can have brunch and mimosas before the show... what a deal!
• Our popular Tea Dance is on March 25. The new price is $7pp, but it’s so worth it.
• Arts & Crafts with Nancy continues this month for only $5pp.
• Our movie March 27 is the brand new Gladiator II, starring Denzel Washington! This is a great sequel!
• Last, but not least, we have BeeGees Now, on Sunday, March 30 – with a disco dance afterwards.
COME SUPPORT OUR FABULOUS SHOWS & DANCES! THEY ARE NOT TO BE MISSED! y
Marian Weinberg / Social Director
We want to thank our fabulous sponsors this month: Humana, Aetna, Metropolitan, JW Health, and Private Care Solutions and the Sunrise Police!
Movies at 1pm will be shown with English subtitles.
In today’s fast-paced world, finding a sense of community can be challenging. Joining a club offers a fulfilling way to connect with others, develop new skills, and explore your passions.
Why Join a Club? Clubs bring together people who share your interests, making it easy to make new friends and build meaningful connections.
Expand Your Skill Set – Many clubs offer workshops and activities that help you hone your skills, whether it’s beading, golfing, playing games, or dancing.
Foster a Sense of Community – Be part of a supportive network where members encourage each other, creating a strong sense of belonging.
Engage in Fun Activities – From game nights to outdoor adventures, clubs organize enjoyable events that help create lasting memories.
Choosing the Right Club – Seek a club that aligns with your passions. Attend a meeting to see if the club is a good fit for you. It’s more than just participating in activities; it’s about embarking on a journey of growth and connection. So take the leap and enjoy the adventure that awaits you! Below is a list of active clubs and groups at Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 Rec District. If you don’t see one that interests you, come by and chat with Marian or myself andsee if we can get your club started!
Game Group • Garden Enthusiasts • Beading Group • Music Group • The Golf Club
The Latin Club • The Minyan Club • The Multicultural Club • The United Social Club
We are currently looking for individuals interested in participating or leading the following clubs: Ping Pong Club, Pickleball, and Jewish Social Club.
Yvonne Hepler
With the holidays behind us and Spring right around the corner, it’s time to focus on cleaning and organizing areas within the Clubhouse and the property. Our Maintenance staff spent a full day cleaning around the golf maintenance shed so that our landscaper can begin to improve that area with fresh plantings of shrubs and sod.
Walker Awning will begin replacing the old awnings at the Satellite Pools with new colorful vinyl that should last another 10-15 years or more. We’ll do one satellite at a time, probably one a month, until completed.
I’ll be working with our Maintenance staff to transform the two “ugly” planters by the main pool into something beautiful and interesting for residents to enjoy. The pool deck has been pressure washed and we’ve put the newly strapped chairs and lounges on a cleaning schedule.
Joseph Mallen
SLP4
Recreation
District Manager
Black velvet drapes have been purchased for the Ballroom, and hopefully they have been hung by the time of this publication. They should dramatically improve the look of the stage.
Behind the scenes, internal storage improvements for the Clubhouse were made by use of our existing Theater dressing rooms. We’ve passed city inspections of our fire alarm monitoring system, adding upgrades to our fire alarm and security systems. We have also engaged a local professional artist to create some beautiful murals on some walls of the Clubhouse. We’re concentrating on exterior spaces right now and may decide to do more later.
Finally, the City of Sunrise Police department will be holding a seminar on Tuesday March 11th on how Residents can safeguard themselves from fraud and scams so prevalent now. Snacks will be served.
Mardi Gras, the festive day celebrated in France on Shrove Tuesday (the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday), marks the close of the pre-Lenten season. The French name Mardi Gras means Fat Tuesday, from the custom of using all the fats in the home before Lent in preparation for fasting and abstinence.
In the United States the principal Carnival celebration is in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Carnival season there opens on Twelfth Night (also called Epiphany, which is observed on January 6) and climaxes with the Mardi Gras festivities commencing 10 days before Shrove Tuesday. This period is filled with citywide revelry and elaborate parades, both day and night, building up to Mardi Gras and the Rex parade. Beads of gold, green, and purple (representing power, faith, and justice, respectively) are commonly distributed, and the eating of king cake is an iconic part of the celebration.
Carnival, the merrymaking and festivity that takes place in many Roman Catholic countries in the last days and hours before the Lenten season. The derivation of the word is uncertain, though it possibly can be traced to the medieval Latin carnem levare or carnelevarium, which means to take away or remove meat. This coincides with the fact that Carnival is the final festivity before the commencement of the austere 40 days of Lent, during which Roman Catholics in earlier times fasted, abstained from eating meat, and followed other ascetic practices. The historical origin of Carnival is also obscure. It possibly has its roots in a primitive festival honouring the beginning of the new year and the rebirth of nature, though it is also possible that the beginnings of Carnival in Italy may be linked to the pagan Saturnalian festival of ancient Rome.
The first day of Carnival varies with both national and local traditions. Thus, in Munich in Bavaria the Carnival season, there called Fasching, begins on the feast of the Epiphany (January 6), while in Cologne in the Rhineland it begins on November 11 at 11:11 am (11th month, day, hour, and minute). In France the celebration is restricted to Shrove Tuesday (the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday) and to mi-carème (the Thursday of the third week of Lent). The commencement date is Quinquagesima Sunday (the Sunday before Ash Wednesday), and the termination is Shrove Tuesday. In some parts of Spain, Ash Wednesday also is included in the Carnival celebrations, an observance that stems from a time when Ash Wednesday was not an integral part of Lent.
In earlier times Rome was most conspicuous as the centre of Carnival activity, and the splendour and richness of the festivity that marked its observance there were scarcely surpassed elsewhere. Today, in a popular Carnival parade in Einsiedeln, Switzerland, demon masks are worn and large bells clanged to drive out evil spirits and to announce the end of winter on the eve of Lent and spring. In its long history Carnival has played a significant role in the development of popular theatre, vernacular song, and folk dances.
In the United States the principal Carnival celebration is in New Orleans, where the Carnival season opens on Twelfth Night (January 6) and climaxes with the Mardi Gras festivities commencing 10 days before Shrove Tuesday. The French name Mardi Gras means Fat Tuesday, from the custom of using all the fats in the home before Lent. In Italy, Venice became a gathering place for traditionally disguised Carnival revelers. The most famous modern Carnival is perhaps that of Rio de Janeiro. Masked balls, elaborate costumes, parades, and various other festivities mark such celebrations.
The King Cake is believed to have originated in France around the 12th century. These early Europeans celebrated the coming of the three wise men bearing gifts twelve days after Christmas calling it the Feast of the epiphany, Twelfth Night, or King’s Day.
The main part of the celebration was the baking of a King’s Cake to honor the three Kings. The cakes were made circular to portray the circular route used by the kings to get to the Christ Child, which was taken to confuse King Herod who was trying to follow the wise men so he could kill the Christ Child. In these early King Cakes a bean, pea, or coin was hidden inside the cake. The person who got the hidden piece was declared King for the day or was said to have good luck in the coming year.
In Louisiana, Twelfth Night also signifies the beginning of the carnival season which ends with Mardi Gras Day. The bean, pea and the coin have been replaced by a small plastic baby to symbolize the Christ Child. The person who gets the baby is expected to carry on the carnival festivities by hosting the next King Cake party.
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En el mundo acelerado de hoy, encontrar un sentido de comunidad puede ser un desafío. Unirse a un club ofrece una forma satisfactoria de conectarse con otras personas, desarrollar nuevas habilidades y explorar sus pasiones.
¿Por qué unirse a un club? Conéctese con personas con ideas afines – Los clubes reúnen a personas que comparten sus intereses, lo que facilita hacer nuevos amigos y establecer conexiones significativas.
Amplíe su conjunto de habilidades Muchos clubes ofrecen talleres y actividades que lo ayudarán a perfeccionar sus habilidades, ya sea adornando cuentas, jugándo golf, manolidades o bailando.
Fomente un sentido de comunidad Sea parte de una red de apoyo donde los miembros se alientan entre sí, creando un fuerte sentido de pertenencia.
Participe en actividades divertidas Desde noches de juegos hasta aventuras al aire libre, los clubes organizan eventos divertidos que ayudan a crear recuerdos duraderos.
Cómo elegir el club adecuado – Identifica tus intereses: reflexiona sobre lo que te apasiona y busca clubes que se alineen con esas pasiones. Intente asistir a una reunión antes de comprometerse para ver si el club es adecuado para usted. Unirse a un club es más que simplemente participar en actividades; se trata de embarcarse en un viaje de crecimiento y conexión. ¡Así que da el salto! ¡Encuentra un club que resuene contigo y disfruta de la aventura que te espera!
Consulte las listas a continuación para conocer los clubes activos en el distrito recreativo de fase 4 de Sunrise Lakes. Si no ves un club que te interese, ven y charla con Marian o conmigo. Veamos si podemos iniciar su club.
Yvonne Hepler Game Group • Garden Enthusiasts
Beading Group
Music Group
The Golf Club The Latin Club • The Minyan Club • The Multicultural Club • The United Social Club
Estamos buscando personas interesadas en participar o liderar los siguientes clubs: Ping Pong Club, Pickleball and Jewish Social Club.
Catherine used to look forward to homemade lasagna every Sunday. The savory profile balanced with the fresh herbs, melted cheese and sweet tomato sauce reminded her of family dinners she had prepared throughout the decades. Now, however, lasagna tastes dull, and it’s lost its appeal. Eventually, Catherine finds herself only stomaching a few bites of each meal, so she’s lost a lot of weight unintentionally.
Many seniors go through something similar. Some researchers believe that as many as one-third of seniors experience loss of appetite, and this number may be higher for older adults living in senior care facilities.
Some weight loss or decreased appetite can be a normal part of the aging process. Unintentional weight loss in older adults can be caused by various factors, including medical conditions, medications and social or emotional challenges, and should be evaluated by a medical professional.
To encourage increased appetite and weight gain in older adults, establish mealtime routines, make food more accessible and enhance the flavors of meals using herbs and spices.
To a degree, loss of appetite in healthy older adults can be normal. The aging process causes a few changes that lead to decreased appetite, which is why many older adults stop eating. These changes include decreased muscle mass and bone density, reduction in physical activity, mental health conditions such as depression, swallowing or chewing issues, and others.
Progressive weight loss in older adults can have serious medical consequences. “It can even increase mortality,” says Dr. Naushira Pandya, a professor and chair for the department of geriatrics at Nova Southeastern University’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine in Florida.
Tips for
Encouraging older adults to eat more can be tricky in the face of chronic conditions and the natural aging process. However, there are some simple adjustments you can make for mealtime to be more enjoyable and beneficial.
• Stimulate weight gain
If your loved one has recently lost weight, there are some ways you can naturally stimulate weight gain. If the problem seems severe, a medical professional may advise an older adult to take meal replacements, such as nutritional supplement drinks.
• Establish a mealtime routine
Ensure older adults have companionship during meals.
• Make food more appealing
Squeeze fresh lemon or lime juice onto pasta or veggies, or add a dash of vinegar, such as balsamic or red wine vinegar. A touch of acid brings out sweetness and makes flavors more interesting.
• Bring back color to your plate
Having a variety of colors not only makes a meal look more inviting and exciting, but can offer a wealth of nutrients. Use herbs as much as possible. Fresh or dried herbs and spices are great flavor enhancers. Ginger, garlic or onions can liven up a dish, as well as herbs such as thyme, sage, basil, or rosemary.
By Payton Sy, RN
“Getting old is like climbing a mountain; you get a little out of breath, but the view is much better!” – Ingrid Bergman
Jay Croft / WebMD
BILLIARD CLUB
Dennis Bader (516) 662-9315
Mon & Wed 6:30pm
CLUB LATINO
Yvonne Munoz Hepler (704) 616-5837
See calendar
FORE GOLF CLUB
Dennis Bader (516) 662-9315
First Wed 9:30am
GAME NIGHT GROUP
David Pope (954) 382-8871
1st & 3rd Wed 6:30pm
MINYAN CLUB
Doug Bengal (954) 464-0333
David Pope (954) 382-8871
Saturdays 9:30am
MULTI-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES CLUB
Carolyn Johnson (267) 735-1000
UNITED SOCIAL CLUB
Ketty Andre (386) 837-4564
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC GROUP
Glenn Stricklin (954) 708-7995
Sundays 7pm
