Town & Country Newsletter by tharakanconsulting

Happy October!

It’s time for Fall in Florida!! Pumpkins, Mosquitoes, Humidity, Flip Flops and Shorts!

It’s time for our neighbors to start returning from the much cooler northern states. Welcome back to town, and get ready for a wonderful winter season! We sure did miss you while you were away. When you arrive back in the community, please stop by the office and check in.

We love our four-legged residents, too! You may notice that the dog park is there for your pets to enjoy. Just a reminder: While going to and from the dog park, please keep your pets leashed at all times. If your dog “does its business” at the dog park or anyplace else in the community, please clean up after them.

Just a community reminder... There is no street parking in Town & Country MHE 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. Clubhouse parking areas are for residents using those facilities, not for overflow parking for guests.

October is a great time to get together with friends to relax and enjoy the calm before the hustle and bustle of the upcoming holidays.

Beth Lee

Town & Country, Community & Sales Manager

Community Reminders: Community Reminders:

Newsletters: Ifyouhaveanythingyouwanttobeaddedtothisnewsletter,pleasefeelfree toletmeknowbeforethe20thofeachmonth.

HomeExteriors:Nocarport,porch,orotherareasaroundthehomeandlotmaybeusedfor gardening (fruits and vegetables) or the mass collection of plants and pots. Management reservestherighttodeterminewhatconstitutes"toomany"plantsandpots.

LotImprovementForms:Pleaserememberthatanychangesoradditionstotheoutsideof your home must be approved through the office before starting. We now require that a lot improvement form be filled out for any improvements or changes made to the exterior of yourhome.Iftheformisnotfilledout,thennoimprovementswillbeapproved.Forexample, it has been mentioned several times in the newsletter that ALL exterior painting MUST be color-approved by the office, even if it is being painted the same color. If it has not been approved, then you will be required to repaint with an approved color. There will be no exceptionstothisruleviolation.

ConstructionUpdates:NOCONTRACTORSaretobeworkinginourcommunitywithoutFIRST comingtotheofficewiththeirappropriateLIABILITYANDWORKMAN'SCOMPcertificates Ifwe do not have copies in our office, they will be escorted off the premises. This includes grass cutters.

Minors:Minorsarenotallowedintheclubhouse,pool,orpoolareaunlessaccompaniedby thehomeowner.Therewillbenoexceptions.

Guests: Pleaseregisterallguestsintheoffice.

Parking:Please refrain from parking in other residents' driveways without their permission. Makesuremanagementknowswhoyouhaveallowedtoparkinyourdriveway

Pets:Dogs are not allowed to be tied up outside. Also, all pets must be on a leash and in yourcontrolatalltimes.Therearenoexceptions,andthereisafantasticdogparkopento thepublicinSpringLake.

Planning on listing your home? We can help you sell it!

For anyone that is planning to list their home for sale, please keep in mind that we can help you!

Your home would be listed through our Mid-Florida Mobile Homes Sales LLC.

The home will be listed through multiple sites. We are independent of any other realtor.

We list both company-owned homes and re-sales. We go to trade shows around the state and advertise in different sources.

Prospective buyers come to our office first for information, and we have our listings readily available for handing out.

Contact the office at (863)3385-3002 We charge a flat fee of $2,250 regardless of the selling price.

Featured Homes for October. Featured Homes for October.

October Trivia October Trivia

What holiday is most famously celebrated on October 31st?

What is the birthstone for October?

Which two zodiac signs fall in October?

What major event began on October 29, 1929?

Which German festival, known for beer, is celebrated in October?

What is the flower symbol for October?

Which famous ship sank during its maiden voyage in April 1912, but is often associated with October?

What is celebrated on the second Monday in October in Canada?

What insect is commonly associated with Halloween due to its connection with webs?

What is the original name of Halloween?

FunFactsAboutOctober

1. October’s name comes from the Latin octo, meaning eight. October’s name is a fascinating historical remnant. Derived from the Latin octo, meaning eight, it might seem unclear since it’s the tenth month in our current Gregorian calendar. But in the ancient Roman calendar, October was the eighth month.

2. October 12 Moment of Frustration Day, encouraging you to let out a scream. International Moment of Frustration Scream Day, celebrated on October 12, was an ingenious creation of Thomas and Ruth Roy. This day encourages everyone to step outside and scream for 30 seconds, providing a unique outlet for pent-up stress. Much like the practices of meditation or daily exercise, this controlled release of frustration can be a highly effective stress reliever.

3. In the Southern Hemisphere, October is a spring month. October is springtime in the Southern Hemisphere, including South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. During this time, it’s getting warmer, and the days are getting longer. Flowers are starting to bloom. This differs from the Northern Hemisphere, where it’s autumn in October.

4. October has two birthstones, opal and tourmaline. October is a month graced by the sparkle of opal and tourmaline charm. Those lucky enough to be born in October have two birthstones to call their own: opal and tourmaline.

Opal, with its kaleidoscope of colors, represents hope, faith, and confidence. It’s a stone that inspires creativity and brings about good luck. On the other hand, tourmaline is available in a rainbow of beautiful colors. It strengthens the body and spirit, especially the nervous system, blood, and lymph.

5. October ends on the same day of the week as February every year. It’s fascinating calendar trivia that October always ends on the same day of the week as February of the same year. So, for instance, if February 28, 2023 falls on a Tuesday, then October 31, 2023 will also be on a Tuesday. This regular pattern arises from how the days of our seven-day week line up with the structure of our 12-month calendar.

FunFactsAboutOctober

6. On October 14, 1947, Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier. On October 14, 1947, an essential milestone in aviation history occurred. An American test pilot, Chuck Yeager, became the first person to break the sound barrier. This means he flew faster than the speed of sound, a feat previously thought impossible. He achieved this milestone in his Bell X-1 aircraft, nicknamed Glamorous Glennis.

7. The pumpkin, a famous October symbol, was once believed to cure snake bites. October’s pumpkin was once hailed as a snakebite cure.

8. The cornerstone of the White House was laid in October 1792. In October 1792, a significant event in American history occurred—laying the White House’s cornerstone.

This monumental act began the construction of one of the most iconic buildings in the United States, home to the country’s presidents since John Adams in 1800.

9. October’s flower is the marigold. Each month has a flower associated with it, and it’s the vibrant marigold for October. Known for their rich gold color, marigolds symbolize passion and creativity. They’re often seen in gardens and floral arrangements, bringing a burst of autumnal color. The marigold’s bright, cheerful blooms perfectly encapsulate October’s energetic spirit. Oktoberfest, a global celebration, brings its joy to life in October.

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