Hi Friends & Family! Welcome back, September! If we haven’t met yet, I am Daniel Pierce, the new community manager here at Crystal Lake Village. I am anxious to meet everyone and to work hard to keep this community looking and running great! I’m also excited to join the wonderful team already in place. This is our last month to see daylight until 8 p.m., so enjoy your afternoon activities as long as you can before the sun starts going down around 6 p.m. Afternoon summer storms continue, so please always remember to secure or store any small outdoor items, including decorations, planters, chairs, and other loose objects that high winds could remove from your lot. We have all been very fortunate this hurricane season, and there are currently no tropical cyclones in the Atlantic. As Florida residents know, though, we should always be prepared for Mother Nature. A few important reminders: 1) Please observe the 15 MPH speed limit throughout the community. 2) Do not leave pets outside unattended, especially during the hot summer weather. 3) Always clean up after your pets to help keep our grounds clean and enjoyable for everyone. 4) Secure any loose outdoor items before afternoon storms arrive. Thank you and have a great month! Dan
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Fun Trivia Quiz 1. Alternatively named Christmas Star, what flower was named by the United States' first ambassador to Mexico? A. Snapdragon B. Poinsettia C. Holly D. Hydrangea 2. What would you be studying if you saw arches, whorls, and loops? A. Swimming Pools B. Gates C. Bushes D. Fingerprints 3. What company logo, featured in the movie "Cast Away", contains an arrow between two of the letters? A. FedEx B. DHL C. UPS D. USPS 4. What does Volkswagen, the popular German car, mean in English? A. Yoked Wagon B. Vehicle of the Fatherland C. Parent’s Auto D. People’s Car 5. The Roaring Twenties ushered in some new and unusual styles of clothing. On what part of your body would you wear a cloche? A. The Feet B. The Head C. Around the Waist D. The Hands 6. What famous actress, while on a war bond tour, died when her plane slammed into a mountain just outside of Las Vegas on 16th January, 1942? A. Carole Lombard B. Jayne Mansfield C. Linda Darnell D Isadora Duncan 7. In what month is the official first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere? A. April B. May C. June D. July 8. What are you cutting if you are using pinking shears? A. Flowers B. Hair C. Grass D. Fabric 9. What does the Latin word 'circa' mean when preceding a date? A. Before B. After C. Around D. Ending 10. Sometimes used to indicate weight, an octothorpe is also known as ....? A. # B. ? C. & D. @ 11. Where would you find a gnomon? A. In your foot B. Inside a TV C. On a sundial D. Under the sea 12. Which food item connects a 1970s American band featuring David Gates and a 1980s British sitcom written by Carla Lane? A. Potato B. Bread C. Chocolate D. Rice 13. In their slogan, how many varieties is the Heinz company famous for? A. 27 Varieties B. 47 Varieties C. 57 Varieties D. A lot of varieties 14. Leo the Lion was the mascot for which film studio? A. MGM B. Tri-Star C. RKO D. Paramount 15. The Procter and Gamble company first sold their unsinkable bar soap in 1879. What was it called? A. Dud’s B. Pine Tar C. Ivory D. Dial Bonus Question: What is the name given to a screwdriver with a four pointed pattern? A. Flat B. Double Flat C. Star D. Phillips Answer Key on page 9
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10 John G. 11 Penny A. Melissa R. Connie S.. 13 Gerardo O. 14 Zonnie W. Eugene N. 15 Darlene S. Joseph V. Barbara Z. 17 Harry S. Mary P.
20 Penny R.. 25 Joy S. 26 Lillie C. Nadeen B. 27 Craig B. 28 Larry F. 29 Roger S. Tom L.
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Monthly Awards! HOME OF THE MONTH
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Alta G. on her beautiful home at 2487 Morning Glory Loop! Enjoy a $50.00 gift card on us!
PET OF THE MONTH
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🐾 Pet Records Reminder – Crystal Lake Village 🐾 Dear Residents, We kindly remind everyone to bring updated pet records to the office. This helps us keep our community safe and informed. If you're introducing a new pet to your household, please make sure to register it in the office. We’ll need: A photo of your pet Vaccination and health records Community Pet Guidelines: Maximum of 2 pets per unit Weight limit: 30 lbs per pet No aggressive breeds allowed
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Pets may not be left tied up outside unattended. This policy is in place to protect pets and maintain community standards. Also, all pets must be kept on a leash at all times while outside. Please also ensure that all pet waste is properly cleaned up. Thank you for helping us maintain a pet-friendly and respectful environment for all
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Warm regards, Dan Pierce Community Manager Crystal Lake Village
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Water Restrictions for Hardee County Days: Watering is limited to two days per week for our area. Watering on Wednesdays and Saturdays for oddnumbered addresses and Thursdays and Sundays for even-numbered addresses. No watering of established lawns should be done on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Fridays. Time: Watering is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Also, there is no need to run your irrigation system when we are receiving heavy rains daily. Fines may be issued for residents watering out of compliance.
Water Conservation Tips
Southwest Florida Water Management District provides many educational videos, brochures, and articles on water conservation in Florida. We will feature some of these items in the newsletter. Check out the information/links below.
Fix It For Less A drippy faucet Video Link
September Fun Facts 🌞September is a Month of Transition
September comes from the Latin word septem, meaning “seven,” because it was originally the seventh month of the Roman calendar. Hello Harvest Season September marks the beginning of apple-picking, pumpkin-spice, football, and fall festival season...even if some of us are still enjoying 90 - degree weather!
👑September Birthstone is SAPPHIRE
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Best known for its deep blue color and traditionally associated with loyalty and sincerity. Birth Flower The birth flowers this month are Aster & Morning Glory, traditionally associated with love, wisdom, affection, and new beginnings. SAVE THESE DATES! September 7 - National Grandparents Day A great opportunity to celebrate the grandparents in our community. Thank you for thr memories, the fun, and for all those words of wisdom. September 11 - Patriots Day Take a moment to remember and honor those whose liver were lost on September 11, 2011, as well as the first responders and others who served. September 22 - First Day of Fall Hello, fall! A time for seasonal activities, decorating, fall recipes, community events, and family traditions. September 29 - National Coffee Day Who really needs an excuse for a good old coffee social. We’d love to hear about your favorite coffee order, and your local coffee spot! Black Carmel Macchiato happens to be the authors.
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COMMUNITY REMINDERS Weeding: Residents are responsible for keeping their flowerbeds, bushes, etc., weeded all year long. Make sure that the landscaping in your lot is manageable for you. Speed limit: The speed limit in the park is 15 miles per hour! We have many walkers, dog walkers, and bicyclists in the park, so please slow down and help everyone stay safe! If you are walking during dark hours, please wear light-colored, reflective clothing and carry a flashlight. Parking: There’s no street parking in Crystal Lake Village unless such parking is for short-term purposes of one (1) hour or less. We must keep our streets open for our homeowners to get assistance from emergency vehicles at all times. Please ensure that contractors working at your home leave room for vehicles to pass. Clubhouse parking areas are for residents using those facilities, not for overflow guest parking. Others are subject to being towed unless a parking pass has been obtained from the manager. There is no parking in the white striped areas at the clubhouse, and do not block resident driveways. Guests: Guests must be registered in the office. Sales: All prospective buyers and renters need to complete the background application before any final sale or rental and receive approval from our Corporate Office. The office must be notified of any sale or rental before they are final, regardless of whether they are past or current residents or renters. Community paperwork must be completed. All sales will have a 4-sided inspection completed through our Corporate Office to ensure buyers agree to any rule compliance issues. Pet owners: Please bring in your pet’s current shot records, as we are updating this information. Pets need to be leashed, attended to, and cleaned up after. If you would like your pet featured in the newsletter as Pet of the Month, please send a current photo to the office with a bit of info about your pet. We are receiving complaints about pet owners not following Hardee County laws and community rules. Click here for more information. Pool: The pool is for the private use of residents and registered guests only. Open from dusk to dawn
Let’s welcome our new residents! Rhodora D. 2434 Apple Blossom Lane John E. 2517 Morning Glory Loop Billy G. 2559 Apple Blossom Lane Jordan & Tiffany H. 2474 Rosebud Lane Lee B. 2496 Morning Glory Loop
Sales Updates !! Crystal Lake is a part of the Rickert Properties family. Our Florida communities offer a diverse selection of new models and pre-loved resales. You can’t go wrong purchasing a Florida dream home here!
Planning on listing your home? We can help you sell it! Your home would be listed through our dealership, Mid-Florida Mobile Homes Sales LLC. We list new homes and pre-loved ones. We list on multiple websites, including SebringVillage.com, MyStateMLS, and MHVillage. We are open 5 days a week to show homes. Prospective buyers come to our office first for information. Contact the office!
Preloved Homes for Sale @ Crystal Lake
2538 APPLE BLOSSOM
Price: $99,000
2527 MORNING GLORY LOOP
Price: $74,900
2567 MORNING GLORY LOOP
2461 MORNING GLORY LOOP
Price: $69,000
Price: $69,000
Preloved Homes for Sale @ Crystal Lake
2461 MOUNTAIN LAUREL LANE
2401 AZALEA LN.
Price: $69,000
Price: $35,000
2432 APPLE BLOSSOM LN
2517 MORNING GLORY LOOP
Price: $30,000
Price: $22,000
Preloved Homes for Sale @ Crystal Lake
2471 APPLE BLOSSOM LANE
Price: $15,900
2474 MOUNTAIN LAUREL LANE
Price: $5,000
2545 DOGWOOD LANE - LOT 374
Price: $9,900 Find Your Dream 55+ Home in Florida. Discover affordable, high-quality manufactured homes designed for comfort and style in our vibrant 55+ community. Enjoy resort-style amenities, a welcoming atmosphere, and the Florida sunshine yearround. Explore our available homes and find your perfect match today!
Happenings around the area
MSW Fall Farners Market Series September 12 107 E Main St Wauchula, FL 33873
Bartow’s Annual Fall Festival September 26 @ 9 a.m. 180 S Central Ave Bartow, FL 33830
7th Annual Bulls & Bands w/Clint Black September 19 @ 3:30 p.m. 2450 NE Roan St Arcadia, FL 34266
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Community Upgrades!
Our team has been working hard through the summer heat and doing a great job keeping our community up to par. They have worked on the bathrooms/shower houses by the clubhouse, adding new faucets, along with the immense job of weed control throughout. Summer storm damage has been fixed. We have also had our gate vendor on-site making adjustments and repairs.
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