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MAY 2026

EDITORIAL STAFF Yvonne Hepler

MAIN CLUBHOUSE INFORMATION CLUBHOUSE/GYM HOURS OFFICE HOURS POOL HOURS SATELLITE HOURS

SUN-THU 8am – 9pm FRI & SAT 8am – 10:30pm MON-FRI 9am – 4pm Dawn to Dusk SUN-THU 8am – 8pm FRI & SAT 8am – 9pm

Highlights ............................................................. 7 Movies ..................................................................8 Daily Exercises & Activities ..............................8 Rec Board News .................................................9 Origins ..................................................................17 Calendar ...................................................... Center Clubs / Groups ...................................................32 Puzzles ................................................................32 Senior Health News ........................................ 34 Qué Pasa ............................................................35

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.

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Dear Residents, Welcome to the beautiful month of May at Sunrise Lakes Phase 4! As the days grow warmer with more sunshine, we are excited to bring you a wonderful month filled with entertainment social gatherings, and engaging activities for everyone. May is a month that celebrates and honors the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures in our lives on Mother’s Day. Later in the month, we also observe Memorial Day, a meaningful time to remember and honor the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country.

May 2 – Latin Club Dance | 6pm

May 19 – Karaoke Night | 6pm

Join us for a lively evening at the Latin Club Dance. Enjoy vibrant Latin music, dancing, and a wonderful social atmosphere as residents gather to celebrate culture, rhythm, and community.

May 9 – MCAC White Dance | 6pm

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of music and laughter at Karaoke Night, presented by Sound of Stardom. Whether you enjoy singing your favorite songs or cheering on your neighbors, this lively event always brings great energy.

Dress in your best white attire and join us for this MCAC event – a beautiful evening dedicated to celebrating the incredible mothers and grandmothers in our community. Enjoy music, dancing, and an elegant atmosphere while sharing a special evening with friends and neighbors.

May 21 – Music Bingo | 6pm Join us for a unique spin on Bingo, presented by Sound of Stardom.

Instead of numbers, your bingo card features songs. You listen carefully, mark your card, and enjoy an evening filled with great music and the chance to win fun prizes.

May 10 – Happy Mother’s Day

May 24 – Summer Kickoff Dance | 1pm – $5 Ticket

We extend our warmest wishes to all the wonderful mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures in our community. Your love, wisdom, and dedication enrich the lives of those around you every day.

Join us for our Annual Summer Kickoff Dance, proudly sponsored

by Care Partners. This special gathering brings our community together to celebrate friendship, music, and festivities – and to honor those who served our country.

May 12 – Copa Dance | 1pm – 3pm

May 26 – Muffin Day

Spend a delightful afternoon at the Copa Dance, sponsored by Louisa’s Family Home Care. Enjoy great music and dancing in a relaxed and welcoming ballroom setting.

Stop by the Clubhouse Hospitality Station for our monthly Muffin Day and enjoy a delicious treat while visiting with neighbors and community partners. Available while supplies last.

May 14 – Movie Day | 1pm & 6pm

May 28 – Bunco | 11:30am

Join us in the theater for Movie Day, featuring Soul on Fire.

This inspiring, uplifting film tells a powerful story of perseverance, faith, and overcoming life’s challenges.

Join the fun at Bunco, a lively dice game known for its laughter, friendly competition, and great social atmosphere.

May 15 – Lunch & Learn | 1pm

Our second monthly Movie Day will feature Song Sung Blue, a heartwarming musical story inspired by the beloved music of Neil Diamond. Enjoy an entertaining and nostalgic film filled with music and memorable songs.

May 28 – Movie Day | 1pm & 6pm

Join us for an informative Lunch & Learn, where residents can gain helpful insights about services and resources available in our community. This relaxed and engaging session offers a chance to ask questions, learn something new, and connect with neighbors. RSVP: 754-273-1567 May 17 – Pool Party | 5pm – 7pm (Weather Permitting) Celebrate the beautiful Florida weather at our Pool Party! Enjoy music, laughter, and great company as we gather by the pool for an evening of fun and relaxation.

May 29 – Lunch & Learn | 1pm Join us for a Lunch & Learn, sponsored by Care Partners, where residents can gain valuable information about helpful services and resources available within our community. RSVP: 954-235-9671

May 30 – Murray Sawchuck Magic Show | 7pm Straight from Las Vegas, we welcome internationally renowned magician Murray Sawchuck. Known for his incredible illusions, humor, and high-energy stage presence, Murray brings the excitement of a Las Vegas magic show right to our theater.

Tickets are $20 — get yours today for this unforgettable evening of magic and entertainment!

May 19 – Arts & Crafts with Nancy | 1pm Join Nancy for a creative afternoon where residents will create unique artwork using mosaic ceramic tiles. This fun and relaxing activity is perfect for both experienced crafters and those simply looking to try something new.

Anna Nicolau/Social Activities Director annanicolau@sl4recdistrict.com | 954-748-3230-ext 108 We would like to thank our sponsors for this month:

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Daily Exercises & Activities Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 Recreation District offers a variety of exercise classes designed for every fitness level and lifestyle. Just starting out or looking to push your limits? Our welcoming environment and expert instructors make it easy to stay motivated, inspired, and energized!

Wednesdays

Sundays

Thursdays

EXERCISE

Stretch Strength Aerobics

ACTIVITIES Billiard Club Social

Chair Aerobics Gentle Mat Yoga

9am 6pm

10am 11am

Fridays

Mondays

EXERCISE

EXERCISE

Chair Aerobics Chair Yoga Line Dancing Urban Line Dancing

6:30pm

EXERCISE

ACTIVITIES

Weight Watchers Music Club

9:30am 10am

Strength Aerobics Weight Watchers Beading Class

10am 11am 12:30pm 6:30pm

10am 9am & 10:30am 2pm

Saturdays

Tuesdays

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Zumba

10am

Weight Watchers Minyan Group

8:30am 9:30am

ACTIVITIES

AquaFit/Weather Permitting (45min) 9:30am Zumba will replace AquaFit if canceled Chair Fusion 10:30am

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REC BOARD NEWS Charlie Venticinque

Yvonne Hepler

Secretary

Chairperson

Dear SLP4 Community

Chairperson’s Report

After six rewarding years serving on the Board of Supervisors, I am writing to let you know that I will be passing the baton to Charlie Venticinque, Board Supervisor Inc., 1. It has been a tremendous honor and privilege to work alongside such a vibrant and caring community. I am deeply grateful for your trust, engagement, and support throughout my tenure.

While I am stepping down from the Board, I am not going far—I look forward to continuing my commitment to Sunrise Lakes by working with the District in an Administrative role.

I wish Charlie and the entire Board continued success in serving our wonderful community. Thank you again for the opportunity to serve.

I am pleased to report that the renovation of the maintenance shack is nearing completion and the results look terrific. This project represents a significant improvement to our facilities and will better support our maintenance operation for years to come.

I would also like to share the positive feedback regarding our new landscaping company. We’ve received many favorable comments from golfers and it is encouraging to see such strong approval of the improvement being made across the course. Please don’t forget to use our website, sl4recdistrict.com, for all important information regarding all the activities afforded at the Clubhouse, as well as our new accounting firm and meeting schedules.

In closing, I would like to thank our staff, volunteers, and our residents for their continued cooperation and support. Your engagement and feedback play an important role in helping us maintain and improve our facilities and programs.

Jorge Del Pino Treasurer

Joseph Mallen SLP4 Recreation District Manager

Each day, our Board brings forward new ideas—always focused on enhancing our Rec & Association’s value, improving our facilities, and continually reassessing our property. We have now dedicated a quarter-page in our Sunrise Sun magazine for individual Board Supervisors to share both achievements and concerns with the community. In this column, and in future ones, I would like to focus on an important topic: property values, and what influences them.

Recently, our property values have declined more than those of comparable communities, even though our buildings are well-maintained and fully compliant with all regulations.

Property values are largely driven by supply and demand.

In our case, “supply” refers to the number of units that become available—often due to changes in health, relocation, or financial circumstances.

In the next issue, I will continue this discussion and explore the other side of the equation: demand.

Dear Residents, We get calls and emails daily from Residents about problems they are experiencing in their units. Problems range from roof leaks, air conditioning, water & plumbing issues, electrical problems, mold, noisy neighbors, parking lot issues, you name it! Unfortunately, we at the Recreation District are not in a position to help with any of this.

Residents have resources. Owners who have concerns with their individual units need to work with their HOA’s, and their property managers. They can contact their Bldg. Captain for direction or their HOA Board members or their property manager.

These people can assist Residents in getting problems solved.

We know it’s very frustrating when Owners can’t get anyone to acknowledge their concerns, and we are always here to listen. But if Residents want action, they have to work with the people that can help them.

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Great Items – Clothing, Jewelry, Handicrafts, Faux Plants & Much More!

SUNDAY JULY 19 9am – 3pm

Presented in The Copa Ballroom If you would like to participate as a vendor, there will be 34 tables available at $20/table – NEW ITEMS ONLY.

For more information, call: (954)748-3230 / Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm

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Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 Recreational District • • • •

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Happy Mothers Day

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KARAOKE NIGHT 6pm

Music ic Club Jam Session 6pm

Summer Kickoff Dance 24 1pm / $5pp

Sponsored by Family Home Care

ARTS & CRAFTS

INC 1 BOARD MTG Clubhouse – 7pm

5–7pm • Live DJ

INC 3 CAPT Clubhouse

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INC 3 BOA Clubhouse

Sponsored by Care Partners

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MUFFIN DAY

at the Clubhouse Hospitality Station while they last

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Showtime 7pm $20pp

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Mickey–

Your Urban Line Dance Instructor

Mickey is, first and foremost, a public servant and wellness advocate. Her service to the local and international community plays out in many forms, including as a public school educator for 37 years, volunteering as a member of non-profit advisory boards, and advancing community health initiatives.

She is a certified Mind-Body Medicine Skills Facilitator through The Center for Mind-Body Medicine and a certified Emotional Emancipation Circle Facilitator through the Community Healing Network. She is motivated and intentional about supporting individual and group resilience and well being through self-care strategies. Mickey’s work over three decades has centered on social emotional health, trauma informed care, stress management, and healing people of all ages. Her passion is helping with marginalized and underserved communities and has spent her entire career advocating and working on behalf of children and families locally and abroad.

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MAKE THIS POWERFUL SPOT YOUR VERY OWN!

Come to the SLP4 Box Office for info.

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CLUBS BILLIARD CLUB Dennis Bader (516) 662-9315 Mon & Wed 6:30pm CLUB LATINO Alicia Epps (305) 951-8469 See calendar FORE GOLF CLUB Gary Krantz First Wed 9:30am

MINYAN CLUB Doug Bengels (954) 729-3576 David Pope (954) 382-8871 Saturdays 9:30am MULTI-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES CLUB Carolyn Johnson (267) 735-1000

GROUPS GAME NIGHT GROUP David Pope (954) 382-8871 1st & 3rd Wed 6:30pm

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MUSIC CLUB Glenn Stricklin (954) 708-7995 Dennis Bader (516) 662-9315 Sundays 6pm

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S E N I O R

HEALTH NEWS Sleep and Blood Pressure The American Heart Association labels sleep as one of life’s essential factors that build the foundation of cardiovascular health.

When you get the right amount of sleep, your body has the chance to recover and heal from your active hours. But not enough sleep means your body doesn’t get that chance, and you can end up putting more stress on your system.

Your blood pressure changes throughout the day. It should lower at night by 10-20%. This is called ‘nocturnal dipping.’ Irregular or short sleep is association with reduced or absent dips in blood pressure. Over time, this can increase your risk of high blood pressure, or hypertension.

Hypertension is a serious condition that can increase your risk of heart disease. When combined with poor sleep, it can also cause you to feel even more tired during the day. And if you are already diagnosed with hypertension, poor sleep can make your symptoms worse because poor sleep makes it harder to control your blood pressure. You can learn more about monitoring your blood pressure at home in our guide to the best blood pressure monitors.

Even if you don’t have hypertension, there are other factors that can cause your blood pressure to rise in an unhealthy way. Two major influences: how much sleep you’re getting, and what your sleep schedule looks like. Like we mentioned earlier, older adults should aim for 7-9 hours of sleep a night. And a recent study found that it also matters when you sleep. If your sleep schedule is irregular, meaning you don’t go to sleep and get up at the same time, you increase your risk of developing high blood pressure.

Another big factor, especially for older adults, are medications like diuretics, beta blockers, anti-depressants, and smoking-cessation drugs make it harder for you to sleep well. The resulting poor sleep may then contribute to higher blood pressure. It’s important to doublecheck any side effects and talk to your doctor about strategies that can help reduce poor sleep, like taking your medications in the morning instead of right before bed.

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How to take care of your blood pressure while you sleep Practicing good sleep hygiene is the one of the most effective ways to help take care of your blood pressure. Good habits lead to good rest, which means your body gets the chance it needs to heal and recover from the day. Some tips include: Keep your bedroom dark, cool, and quiet Reserve your bed for sleep (no phones, TV, or other screens) Go to bed at the same time every night Get up at the same time every morning

Common sleep disorders linked to blood pressure As we age, sleep disorders can become more common as our sleep patterns change. These disorders, in turn, make it hard to get a good night’s sleep. This is usually because they either make it harder to sleep or reduce the quality of the sleep we are getting.

Some of these disorders include: Obstructive sleep apnea Insomnia Restless legs syndrome High-quality sleep is important for your health. And the sleep quality you get is just as important as how much sleep and what your sleep schedule is. If you find yourself tossing and turning or unable to rest because of anxiety or stress, you’ll want to talk to your doctor about solutions.

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Hola Amigos y Vecinos Vecinos Estimada comunidad de Sunrise Lakes Fase 4: Tras seis años gratificantes sirviendo en la Junta de Supervisores, les escribo para informarles que cederé el cargo a Charlie Venticinque, Supervisor de la Junta Inc. 1. Ha sido un gran honor y privilegio trabajar junto a una comunidad tan dinámica y solidaria. Les agradezco profundamente su confianza, participación y apoyo durante mi mandato.

Si bien dejo la Junta, no me voy lejos; espero continuar mi compromiso con Sunrise Lakes trabajando con el Distrito en un puesto administrativo.

Les deseo a Charlie y a toda la Junta mucho éxito al servicio de nuestra maravillosa comunidad.

Gracias nuevamente por la oportunidad de servirles.

Como recordatorio, ahora ofrecemos transporte a muchos de los eventos que ocurren en la casa club. Llame a la officina para registrarsey obtener más información.

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