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December 2015
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Table of Contents December 2015 - VillageWalk Wire | 3
4 Community Matters
Monthly update on HOA related topics from your community manager.
6 Discover Your Lifestyle
Learn about upcoming events and the current offerings of your lifestyle program.
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Get Involved
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Landscaping Update
Spirit Team Updates Keeping the community green is no easy task. Stay up to date with these updates.
10 Explore Florida
Check out what the Sunshine state has to offer
11 Important Reminders
Keep up with the rules & regulations of the community.
15 Dressed In Hope
Get the latest from the ladies!
20 Pets & Holidays
Learn about the dos and donts for pets
22 City of Orlando
Monthly calendar & updates from officials.
23 Neighborhood Watch Update
New Dog Walker Watch Program Launch
24 Lake Nona Deli Specials
Learn about the happenings this month at the Deli.
28 Calendar of Activities & Events
Check out what's happening this month!
32 Important Contacts
Stay in touch!
33 Advertisements
Special thank you to all of our advertisers and sponsors.
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COMMUNITY
MATTERS COMMUNITY MANAGER: Valerie Velazquez EMAIL: vwinfo@accessdifference.com WEBSITE: villagewalkatlakenona.com
Hi Everyone! I hope everyone has had a wonderful year this far! I’m looking forward to a lovely holiday season this year and, on behalf of the Access Management Team, would like to extend our warmest wishes to all of you and your families. As I am settling into this new role, I am so thankful for the time I have spent working with this community and each of you! This year has been a busy one for us and with turnover just months away, 2016 is looking like it might be the busiest…and best…yet. We will continue to work towards preparing the community for turnover through committees and workshops. Please continue to get involved and keep your eyes open for email reminders on how to participate, as well as volunteer opportunities, especially if you have an interest in serving on the Board.
We’d like to thank everyone who has volunteered and participated in committees
this year. It is because of your dedication to your community that we will continue to strive and make this the best place to live in Central Florida!
As always, please feel free to reach out to us at any time if you have any questions.
As a reminder, you can find many resources online at www. villagewalkatlakenona.com. This will include the 2016 Budget, VillageWalk Governing Documents, Architectural Guidelines and Application, 2014 Reserve Study, Monthly Financial Statements, Ballroom Rental Information and much more. Again, we wish you all a very merry holiday season this year and a prosperous new year!
Valerie Velazquez Your Community Manager
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Discover your Lifestyle with
My how time flies, I have been with VillageWalk for four months, I wanted to take the time to thank everyone for making my job easy! Over the last four months together we have accomplished so much. I am pleased that our first Diwali event last month was SOLD OUT! A special thank you to our residents Kam and Sanjay who's leadership and committment were key in making this event a success. We all were able to learn and discover more about our neighbors who orginate from India. We launched a program for new residents last month and were so pleased with the turn out, we will continue to expand on and improve this program in the new year! Our Spirit Team continues to grow and recruit new members each month so we can work as a TEAM to increase involvement in our community events & actitivites. If you have any interest in sharing your ideas and suggestions please join us on Thursday, December 10th at 6:30pm. I'm looking forward to this month's Winter Wonderland on Saturday, December 12th. from 11am-2pm. This event will be a pancake breakfast for the family. Santa Claus will be making his yearly appearance for photo ops during this event! We will also have a Holiday Karaoke. You don't want to miss this wonderful event. As we move towards the New Year, I am excited about the upcoming events that will include Casino Night, Sak Improv, Latin Food & Wine Festival and introducing Teen events every other month! Once again it is a pleasure being your Lifestyle Director and I hope to see you all at one of our events. I wish you a wonderful Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year!
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SPIRIT TEAM
Meet us in the Town Center Thursday, December 10th at 6:30 PM
We have one common denominator…we live in VillageWalk and this our home! We’re a diverse community with homelands from around the world and we’re rich with tradition, culture, religion and beliefs. When you think about it, as diverse as we are, we’re alike regarding the fact that we’ve brought our traditions to VillageWalk. Collectively, we celebrate with our families and our friends the Winter Solstice, Christmas, Hanukkah, St. Nicholas, Las Posadas, Pancha Ganapati, Bodhi Day, Eid e-Milad-un Nabi and many more! These are the traditions we’ve carried with us in our hearts to celebrate in our new homeland. Did you know that to “celebrate” is to publicly acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or an enjoyable activity?! This past month along with my husband and several other friends I participated in the social gathering of the Diwali Festival of Lights that was celebrated by our Indian residents. This was our first experience and we met many new friends dressed in beautiful, brightly colored outfits, we tried delicious foods and had an enjoyable evening learning about the Indian culture. I’ll be the first to admit that the food was a little out of my comfort zone – but I had to practice what I preach so I tried every single food that was served. And, yep, it was all amazing! Much to my excitement, this was the 1st Annual Diwali Celebration! Our incredible hosts, Kam and Sanjay along with their families anticipated approximately 35 guests which resulted in over 100 residents attended! To me, it’s obvious that so many of us ventured outside our their comfort zones for the evening to experience something different. That is not to say that other events like bunco, bingo, trivia and many other fun activities are no longer exciting; it just means that it seems that we’re ready to add to our cultural experience in VillageWalk and are interested in new adventures! As always, this leads up to my neverending comment of “what’s my point” – and you’re right! Whatever your interests and/or beliefs, traditions and culture, we invite you to share your ideas with our Spirit Team. If you’re not a planner but have a vision, we welcome your thoughts! Our Spirit Team meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Center. If you have an idea or suggestion you’d like to share or would like to volunteer for an upcoming event, please e-mail the Lifestyle Team at the Town Center at vwlife@accessdifference.com. Our team looks forward to meeting you and exchanging ideas! See you around VillageWalk.
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Laurie Holmes, Volunteer and Spirit Team Extraordinaire!
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Landscaping Update
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By: Chris Skerzsick
I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving. We all have plenty to be thankful for, including the beautiful weather we enjoy this time of year in Central Florida! My wife and I spent the holiday up north, visiting our daughter in Virginia. We got to watch her play basketball and spend some quality time with her, which was nice. Awaking to frost in the morning, made me thankful for the weather back home! After nearly two months with almost no measurable rainfall, we finally got a little love from Mother Nature. As I have said, many times before; with the ongoing issues and the complexity of this irrigation system, we must get some rainfall on a regular basis to avoid turf and plant issues. We will continue to work on trimming palms and installing mulch as we move thru the winter months. As I mentioned in the last newsletter; please be conscious of the work we need to do when you are putting out lights and decorations for the holidays. We will do our best to avoid these areas. The last thing we want to do is cause any damages with our equipment. Exposed extension cords and wires are all susceptible to damage. We want to thank you for allowing us to service your community. We continue to work to improve our processes in an attempt to serve you better. I believe we were better this year than last, and we want to try to be even better in 2016. No matter what your beliefs are, I hope everyone takes the time to slow down and enjoy the season. All too often, we get so busy with our daily routines that we lose sight of what is really important. Down To Earth wants to wish all of the VillageWalk and your loved ones, a safe and joyous holiday season. Landscape Service Contact Information Down2EarthInc.com customerservice@down2earthinc.com 844.383.9255 x 0
Explore
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Florida
The 13th Annual Gingerbread House
Extravaganza in Jacksonville returns December 2nd through December 23rd! JHS is proud to present this beloved holiday tradition for three weeks each December. Visitors enjoy gigantic, creative gingerbread houses built by chefs, bakers, architects, engineers, culinary school students, families, young people and other individuals. These tasty creations are placed on display at the Jacksonville Historical Society headquarters, historic Old St. Andrews, immediately across the street from the Veteran’s Memorial Arena. The Gingerbread House Extravaganza showcases some of the most creative art exhibited during the year in Jacksonville. Gingerbread and confection creations from traditional houses to animals and fairy tale themes offer holiday magic. Hundreds of hours are required for the construction of these edible structures – amazing sights to behold! Children love to play the scavenger hunt and find items throughout the display. Joining the Extravaganza each year are Junior League of Jacksonville Sustainers, who create themed trees that are showcased throughout Old St. Andrews. Betsy Lovett’s towering and beautiful angel tree remains the Extravaganza’s centerpiece.
This charity event benefits the children’s programs of the Jacksonville Historical Society Where is it held? For more Information http://www.jaxhistory.org/gingerbreadextravaganza/
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Important Reminders Parking
Please Make Sure That You And Any Of Your Guests Are Properly Parked After Hours In Your Driveways And Off The Street, Not Blocking Any Sidewalks And Not Parallel On The Apron To Avoid The Costly Expense Of Towing. The Hoa Has An Agreement With Airport Towing To Tow For Any Of The Above Mentioned Vilations. Please Refer To Your Governing Documents Or Contact The Town Center With Any Questions.
Trash Cans
Please Store Trash Containers In Your Garage. Trash Containers Can Be Put Out No Earlier Than 5Pm The Evening Before And Must Be Removed No Later Than Midnight The Day Of Pick Up. Trash Containers Must Be Stored In An Area Not Visible From Street View. Failure To Do So Will Result In Violations.
Driving In Villagewalk
For The Safety Of Our Residents, It Is Very Important That You Are Mindful Of Your Speed. Speed Limit Signs Are Posted Throughout The Neighborhood And Should Be Obeyed. Please Help Keep Our Streets Safe As There Are Children Playing And Residents Enjoying The Beautiful Community That Villagewalk Is. Please Be Respectful Of Others For Your Safety And Theirs.
Pets
Please Be A Courteous Neighbor And Pick Up After Your Furry Friends. There Are Pet Waste Stations Located Throughout The Community For Your Convenience. In Addition, All Dogs Must Be On A Leash At All Times.
Excess Noise After 10:00pm
Please Be Considerate Of Your Fellow Neighbors When Having Gatherings At Your Home. There Have Been Several Complaints About Late Night Excessive Noise And Nuisances. In Accordance To The Noise And Vibration Control: The Orange County Noise And Vibration Control Ordinance, 15-180 Article V, Provides For The Mental And Emotional Well Being Of All Residents In Orange County. Specifically, The Ordinance Provides That Noise Levels In Excess Of 60 Decibels (Db), Between 7 Am And 10 Pm, Violate County Ordinances. Noise Levels Over 55 Db, Between 10 Pm And 7 Am Also Violate These Regulations. The Orange County Code Provides Penalties For Noise Exceeding These Levels. The Ordinance Applies To Noise From Any Source Impacting Residential Land Use Areas.
Assessments
Please Keep In Mind That Your Monthly Assessments Are Due On The First Of Every Month. You Have A 30 Day Grace Period To Give Time For Mailing. You Have Several Options For Payment. Mail To The Lock Box In Az, Pay Online At www.villagewalkatlakenonacom Or Sign Up For Direct Debit. *See Hoa Office For More Details.
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Holiday Garbage and Recycling Pick Up Frequently Asked Questions Will my garbage and recycling be picked up on holidays? Garbage is picked up on all holidays except Thanksgiving and Christmas. On those occasions that your pickup day falls on one or both of these holidays, your garbage will be picked up on the NEXT SCHEDULED pickup day. Residential recycling will continue to provide service on all holidays. How can I dispose of my natural Christmas tree? Remove all decorations and tinsel from your Christmas tree. Place the tree curbside on your regular yard waste day. If your tree is more than 6 feet tall, please cut it in half before placing it curbside. Since we recycle all yard waste, your tree will be recycled. How do I dispose of bulky items (large items)? What can I do with an old sofa or other large item? You may place a large item at the curb on your normal yard waste day. We collect appliances, lawn mowers, furniture and other large household items. To avoid incurring additional charges if a claw truck has to be sent out, place one item out on your yard waste day each week. I need to dispose of an old stove, refrigerator or washer, what should I do? Our large item collection includes these items which we call “white goods.� For safety reasons you are required to remove the doors from refrigerators and freezers before you place them curbside to ensure that children will not become trapped in them. If you have any additional questions please visit http://www.cityoforlando.net/solidwaste/ residential-garbage/
Dressed in Hope
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In September Evelyn McClin with 10 members of her ministry group, Project of Love from The Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Oviedo, visited Dressed in Hope. These amazing folks came armed with 100 beautiful dress to be added to our inventory. Each dress was individually sized and packed in a zip-lock bag. Their club also donated a box of sewing supplies, and a check for $50.00. Thank you Redeemer Presbyterian ministry group! During September, we also held our 2nd annual yard sale for the benefit of our club. This is our only fund-raiser and we had a very successful day. A big thank you to all the folks who graciously donated items, and/or their time to work the sale. It was appreciated! PLEASE NOTE: Our last regular sewing workshop for December will be on Thursday, December 10. We will be on holiday break until January 7th. However, anyone wishing to come to
Please help us by donating your time, talents, or donated fabric to "Dressed in Hope", or come see what we do on Thursdays from 10 am to 12 pm in the VillageWalk Town Center
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Bring Your Inner Beauty Out! Can you believe the holidays are already upon us? With the arrival of the holiday season we’ll soon be celebrating here, there and everywhere! At our makeup clinics we’ve been busy getting our party faces on. Last month we added some tips and tricks to our makeup bags when we practiced our glitzy ‘Glamorous Holiday Smokey Eye’. The right brushes, some brush cleaner and lots of blending are key to a beautiful, holiday Smokey eye. This month we finish off our party look with red lips, what’s a beautiful red dress without the perfect red lips to match? Come find your perfect red lip for your skin tone on Wednesday, December 16th. All participants will take home a goodie bag and be entered into a drawing for a fabulous cosmetic prize! Village Walk Makeup Clinics are held the third Wednesday of the month at 11am and 7pm. No sales pitch, just great information! The clinics are complimentary, however you must register as spaces is limited! Please register at marykay.kim.w@gmail.com or 407-383-1506 Watch for those event invites in your email and/or on Facebook. I hope to see you on the 16th! Merry Christmas, Your Resident Makeup Junkie!! KimWenrich 407-383-1506 For more tips contact me at MaryKay.Kim.W@gmail.com or call or text me at 407-383-1506
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HOLIDAYS & YOUR PETS!
The holidays are here! This should be a happy time for you and your pets. Keep in mind the food and decorations that make the holidays so much fun for us can be very dangerous for your pet. Avoid these potential hazards for the holidays and everyday to avoid emergency visits to the vet. FOOD: Holiday foods we enjoy can create issues for your pets. Rich, fatty foods, like gravy or grease, can create simple upsets to chronic inflammations. Some so bad, they may cause serious issues like pancreatitis and require hospitalization. Alcohol can be deadly, with many dogs dying from a single drink. Chocolate, coffee, tea all contain caffeine and other dangerous elements which can cause damage to the nervous system, affect the urinary system and cause the heart to accelerate. Seizures and even death can occur. Many nuts, especially Macadamia nuts can affect the digestive and nervous systems. Bones from fish, meat, or poultry often cause serious problems if swallowed. Tobacco products can be fatal to pets. Artificial sweeteners (especially xylitol) found in some gums, mints, candy & other treats is very toxic and deadly. Aluminum foil or plastic wrap covered in juice or gravy can cause choking or intestinal obstruction. Strings from roasts if ingested may choke a dog or an organ and will require surgery to remove. Candy wrappers will cause choking. And don’t forget the garbage pails that house all those tempting scraps. Make sure to pet-proof it and keep it secure. POISIONOUS PLANTS: . Many of the plants we have during the holidays can be poisonous to pets including holly, mistletoe and poinsettias. DECORATIONS AND GIFTS: Ribbons, yarn, and string can cause intestinal obstruction, often require surgery and can be fatal. Ribbons around your dog's neck are also dangerous. Gifts under the tree full of bows and ribbons can be deadly if a curious pet or cat starts snooping around. Due to a dogs keen sense of smell, a gift for them especially a bone or treat can be very enticing even if wrapped. Make sure to keep the pets’ gifts safely out of their reach and not under a tree. CANDLES can easily cause burns or fires if a dog jumps up and hits it. Keep them out of reach. BATTERIES: can be toxic, cause intestinal obstruction and some cases deadly. CHRISTMAS TREE: Christmas trees and their decorations can create hazards for pets. Make sure stands are stable. Secure the tree to a wall or window to avoid falling. Tree needles can be toxic and cause mouth and stomach irritation. Tinsel is deadly. If consumed, it can cause blockages, will require surgery. Its shiny stringy appearance is especially attractive to cats. Best to leave off the tree if possible. Glass ball ornament is another play toy both for dogs and cats. If they grab and it shatters in their mouth, they will not only have glass cuts in their mouth but also in their digestive tracks. Best not to use food to decorate your tree or house. Candy canes, gingerbread men, popcorn, raisons are all dangerous. Raisons can kill a dog if digested. Artificial snow can cause toxic and stomach issues. Electric cords at any time are dangerous if a dog decides to nibble on it. Injuries range from burns, electrical shock, electrocution or death. Always be careful with electric cords. Unplug decorative lights when not monitoring. Tree stands should be covered with a tree skirt to prevent a pet to drink or play with the water. Tree preservatives are enticing as they are sugar based. Pesticides sprayed on trees can get into the water. Bacteria can grow from sitting water. THE PUPPY GIFT: New pets are not good holiday gifts. If someone is thinking about getting a new pet, give the new prospective owner a variety of dog toys, food, or books on dog care, but let them be the decision maker of who their new pet will be. Why not make the holidays more enjoyable for homeless pets? Contact your local animal shelter to see if you can donate food, kitty litter, toys, or time. Or maybe find your fur’ever pet and make their holiday very special! CHEERS TO A FABULOUS HOLIDAY! DOG & FRIENDS * www.pawsitive-solutions.com 407-697-5119 * Julie@dogandfriends.com
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Come Paint With Us! Paint this beautiful canvas on December 15th, 2015 6pm - 8:45pm All skill levels welcome, Space is limited Registration and Prepayment Required $35 per painter To register contact: Arts & Crafts Roadshow www.facebook.com/artsandcraftsroadshow artsandcraftsroadshow@gmail.com 904-716-6460
Kids Come Paint With Us! Paint this beautiful canvas on December 19th, 2015 11am - 2:00pm All skill levels welcome, Space is limited Registration and Prepayment Required $10 per painter To register contact: Arts & Crafts Roadshow www.facebook.com/artsandcraftsroadshow artsandcraftsroadshow@gmail.com 904-716-6460
22 | VillageWalk Wire - December 2015 December 4th 2015 5 –9 p.m. City of Orlando’s Annual Tree Lighting Celebration Lake Eola Amphitheater The highlight of this free event is the lighting of the City ’s 72-foot Christmas tree featuring 88,000 animated lights. Enjoy the Encore Cast Per forming Arts per forming holiday favorites and other activities. For more information visit cityoforlando.net/ treelighting December 4th, 2015 7:30pm Date Night Movie Leu Gardens National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Gardens open at 6 p.m. with movie time at 7:30 p.m. Bring blankets or chairs and a dinner picnic basket. Garden Admission is $6. For more information please call 407.246.2620 December 13th 2015 Noon to 4:30 p.m. The Mennello Museum of American Art Free Family Fun Day on the Second Saturday Enjoy children’s crafts, mini-tours and open galleries. For more information visit http://www. mennellomuseum.com/events.html December 18, 2015 7:00pm-9:00pm Holiday Movies in the Park Enjoy the free holiday movie ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ Lake Eola Amphitheater December 19, 2015 7:30 – 9 p.m. The Nutcracker by the Russian Ballet of Orlando Lake Eola Amphitheater The Russian Academy of Ballet presents a free performance of this traditional classic. For more information visit russianacademyofballet.com December 30, 2015 Florida Citrus Bowl Parade 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Florida Citrus Parade has grown to become one of the largest sports affiliated parades in the nation, an annual tradition that occurs each year between the Russell Athletic Bowl and the Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl games. For more information visit floridacitrusparade.com
These events are posted as a courtesy only and could be subject to change. If you have an interest in the event, please confirm before attending. Visit http:// www.cityoforlando.net/district01/recentevents/ for more information.
City of Orlando District 1 Calendar City Commissioner - District 1 Jim Gray 407.246.2001 Jim.gray@cityoforlando.net Aide Jeanne Wilson 407.246.3011 Jeanne.wilson@cityoforlando.net OPD Liaison Officer Edgar Malave 407.246.2513 Edgar.malave@cityoforlando.net Office of City Commissioners 400 S. Orange Avenue P.O. Box 4990 Orlando, FL 32802 Fax: 407.246.3010
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CRIME TAKES NO HOLIDAY!
Shopping • Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go with a friend or family member. • Avoid wearing expensive jewelry. • Even though you are rushed and thinking about a thousand things, stay alert to your surroundings. • Do not carry a purse or wallet, if possible. They are the prime targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas, bus stops and on buses. • Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Keep cash/wallet in your front pocket. Pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible. • Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost, stolen or misused. • Keep a record of all your credit card numbers in a safe place at home. • Avoid overloading yourself with packages. It is important to have clear visibility and freedom of motion to avoid mishaps. • After placing and concealing parcels inside your vehicle, get in and park in another location in the parking lot before reentering the store or mall. • Beware of strangers approaching you for any reason. At this time of year “con artists” may try various methods of distracting you with the intention of taking your money or belongings. Automated Teller Machine (ATM) • If you must use an ATM, choose one that is located inside a police station, mall or well-lighted location. • Withdraw only the amount of cash you need. • Protect your PIN by shielding the ATM keypad from anyone who is standing near you. • Do not throw away your ATM receipt at the ATM location. At Home • Be extra cautious about locking doors and windows when you leave the house, even for a few minutes. • When leaving home for and extended time, have a neighbor or family member watch your house and pick up your newspaper and mail. • Indoor and outdoor lights should be on an automatic timer. • Leave a radio or television on so the house looks and sounds occupied. • Large displays of holiday gifts should not be visible through the windows and doors of your home. City of Orlando Neighborhood Watch
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EVENTS & PROMOTIONS THIS MONTH: December is $1 off any sandwich all month long (all sandwiches come with chips and a pickle). "Family" Wine and Paint Thursday December , 3rd 7:00pm - 9:00pm $40 per person Santa Painting Thursday, December , 10th 6:00pm - 9:00pm $30 per person Enjoy a family friendly painting event with cookies instead of wine. We wish you a wonderful Holiday Season , thank you for supporting us and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year! We will be closed Christmas Day and New Years Day with abridged hours before or after holidays. College and NFL Game Days (through football season)
Food and Drink Specials Beef Nachos - $5.99 10 Baked Wings – 7.99 Bar Food Pizza Specia Small - $10.00 Medium - $12.00 Large - $14.00 X Large - $16.00 Buckets of Beer Domestic (choice of 4) - $10.00 Imports (choice of 4) - $15.00 Pitchers of Budweiser - $6.00 or $2.00/glass
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Ireland Britain & Beyond!
Welcome to Celtic Tours World Vacations! They are celebrating quality service and value since 1972. They are one of the few companies who really specialize in Ireland & Britain, not just doing escorted tour, but independent, chauffeured, city stays, golf packages, and day touring as well. Whether you'd like to just rent a car and visit B & B's thru Ireland or do a deluxe escorted motorcoach tour of Celtic Splendor, Celtic Tours has something for everyone. Family & Friends packages start with as few as 8 passengers and can be tailored to suit your group. They can even arrange golf outings or special occasion dinners with entertainment for any occasion or event at a very reasonable cost. This March, celebrate St. Patrick's Day week with a special package March 12 - 19, 2016 which is a popular favorite! Be in Dublin to watch the St. Patrick's day parade. And for the football fans out there, Boston College will be playing Georgia Tech on September 3, 2016. There are several packages available starting at 3nts and up including tickets to the game! Or how about visiting Scotland and seeing the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Since 1950, this has been the largest gathering of military musicians in the UK. Italy is a very hot destination for 2016. Pope Francis declared 2016 to be a Holy Year of Mercy. Italy is expected to have a large increase in visitors and certain destinations and dates are expected to sell out early. Another up and coming destination in Europe is Croatia which can be toured both by land and sea. Other European destinations include Germany, Poland, Austria, Hungary, Czech republic, and Switzerland. Come and hear our travel presentation on Wednesday, Dec 2nd in the Cardroom. Grab a bite to eat from the food trucks, and come inside to hear more about these destinations! Meet and greet will start a 6:30pm and presentation will begin at 7pm. I look forward to seeing you there! RSVP to mterp@cruiseplanners.com
Marilee Terp
Your local travel specialist and fellow VillageWalk resident
Design Tips
The Holiday Table
If you are hosting a dinner party during the holidays, here are a few tips to set the perfect table! Start by deciding if it is going to be a formal for more informal party. You may choose to serve a buffet style meal; this allows more space to decorate the table with pretty things, rather than trying to squeeze in lots of serving platters. Either way, make it special. Consider a color theme and keep to that theme by incorporating those colors when choosing the linens, dishes and center piece. Adding candles and crystal to the table evokes a sparkling elegant mood. Have fun and be creative when adding the decorative pieces to the table. According to Emily Post, the diagrams shown will give you the lay of the land or table, so to speak.
Napkins can be folded next to the plate beside the forks or under the forks; they can also be put on the plate simply folded, or abstractly folded, with decorative rings, or ribbons. Don’t limit your creativity. (Christmas tree napkin folding instructions can be found on my facebook page –DÊcor by Carol Fisher) Pier One shows how to set up your buffet. To add space to the buffet table, you may set the table with a charger and the appropriate flatware, drinking glasses and napkins, keeping the plates on the buffet. if you are hosting a dinner party during the holidays, here are a few tips to set the perfect table! Start by deciding if it is going to be a formal for more informal party. You may choose to serve a buffet style meal; this allows more space to decorate the table with pretty things, rather than trying to squeeze in lots of serving platters. Either way, make it special. Consider a color theme and keep to that theme by incorporating those colors when choosing the linens, dishes and center piece. Adding candles and crystal to the table evokes a sparkling elegant mood. Have fun and be creative when adding the decorative pieces to the table. According to Emily Post, the diagrams shown will give you the lay of the land or table, so to speak. Note: I sometimes see that people keep their dining table always set for a dinner party. This is typically done for staging purposes in decorated model homes or homes for sale. This is not something that should be done in homes we live in. Display your beautiful china and stemware in the china cabinet, not on the table.
For more design tips contact us at www.DecorByCarolFisher.com 407.542.8499 | DecorByCarolFisher@gmail.com
ACTIVITIES
DECEMBER
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS @ 9:30 AM BALLROOM EXERCISE FOR FUN Low-impact exercise guided by a DVD work out video. Please remember to bring your tennis shoes, a bottle of water, and a towel.
TUESDAYS @ 6 PM TOWN CENTER YOGA FOUNDATIONS Designed for Beginners and Intermediate students looking to fine tune their practice through hands-on instruction. Methods for calming the body, heart and mind are also included; helping students arrive at a healthier, happier lifestyle. COST: First class is $5, drop in is $15, or 8 classes for $80 (partial months payments are prorated at $10 per class)
TUESDAYS @ 7 PM TOWN CENTER POKER Games played: 7 Card Stud, 5 Card Stud, 5 Card Draw, Jacks or Better, Texas Hold’Em. No Card Sharks, please, as this is a friendly/social game. COST: $10.00 buy-in MORE INFORMATION: Contact Chuck at c.capt@yahoo.com or 407.371.3022
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS @ 1:30 PM CARD ROOM MAHJONGG A fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated
in China, dating back to the time of Confucius. A very small amount of time and effort is required to master and become familiar with the elementary principles of the game. Your patience in mastering the fine point of Mahjongg will be repaid many times by the keen enjoyment invariably derived from the game.
Don’t forget to register for events and activities via email or at the Town Center. This will help us in planning all programs. Events & Activities are subject to change. An email blast will be sent out stating any changes.
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THURSDAYS @ 6PM TOWN CENTER MOVING DEEPER YOGA A challenging Vinyasa Yoga class for intermediate students, “Moving Deeper Yoga” explores a series of Yoga practice essentials that build towards physical challenges of strength, flexibility and balance. Also key are guided breathing and mindTHURSDAYS body techniques to help students tap @ 10 AM BALLROOM into the internal wisdom of the heart DRESSED IN HOPE center. Before attending “Moving A charity dedicated to helping Deeper Yoga”, students should have those who are impoverished basic Yoga alignment knowledge or around the world and locally. The participate in the Yoga Foundations DIH sewing group helps children class. by providing them with handmade COST: First class is $5, drop in is $15, clothing items. or 8 classes for $80 (partial months MORE INFORMATION: Visit www. payments are prorated at $10 per dressedinhope.org class) FREE TENNIS CLINICS Come play tennis and get to THURSDAYS know your neighbors while getting @ 4:30 PM TOWN CENTER tips from your local professional SPORTS YOGA instructor, Pedro Estrada of the A yoga training for sports Estrada Tennis Academy. Also, lovers, this class will incorporate enjoy other free clinics for adults specific yoga skills into an and kids throughout the month. energizing practice designed Dates listed below: to enhance students’ functioning KIDS AGES 4-12 in their chosen sport. Sports December 2nd @ 5 PM Yoga, over time, will enable ADULTS AND SENIORS students’ sports participation Tuesday @8:30AM at higher, safer levels and will Wednesday @6:30pm reduce possibilities of injury. Fridays @ 8:30 AM Emphasis will be placed on yoga skills that lessen the ADULT ROUND ROBIN strain of repetitive movements December 10TH &23RD @ 6:30 common to each type of PM MORE INFORMATION: Please athletic endeavor. COST: First contact Pedro at pluis.estrada@ class is $5, drop in is $15, or 8 yahoo.com classes for $80 (partial months payments are prorated at $10
THURSDAY, DECEMBER10TH @ 6:30 PM TOWN CENTER SPIRIT TEAM MEETING Do you have ideas on how to improve our events? Is there a specific event you'd like to see at VW? Then join us to discuss what's upcoming and new ideas.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22ND @ 7 PM TOWN CENTER WOMEN OF STRENGTH Women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures meet and get to know each other and themselved. This group is focused on uplifting and inspiring women and girls. MORE INFORMATION: Contact Ivy Moore at womenofstrength777@gmail.com
THURSDAY, DECEMBER17TH @ 6:30 PM TOWN CENTER BUNCO Let the party begin! Here’s a classic dice game designed for anywhere from 4 to 12 players. No matter how many people are rolling, the point is always the same: to roll a Bunco (three consecutive rolls in which the number currently in play appears). The Bunco bell sounds, the fuzzy die is passed, and the pace gets more and more hectic. It’s simple, it’s fun, and it’s a great excuse for a party. Please RSVP & bring a dish to share. RSVP: vwlife@accessdifference. com
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 2ND @ 7 PM TOWN CENTER TRAVEL PRESENTATION Celtic World Tour Vacations Learn about upcoming travel opportunities for you and your family. MORE INFORMATION: Contact Marilee Terp at 321.251.4777 or mterp@cruiseplanners.com
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER16TH @ 11 AM TOWN CENTER @ 7 PM TOWN CENTER MAKE UP CLINIC Join us for this monthly beauty tip tutorial. This month's topic will focus on "Finding Your Face Shape and Learning How To Apply Blush" COST: Free MORE INFORMATION: Contact Kim Wenrich at 407-838-1506 or email marykay.kim.w@gmail. com
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DECEMBER WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2ND @ 6-9 PM RETAIL AREA FOOD TRUCKS Various local food trucks from varying cuisines. Check for emails with list of vendors.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 12TH @ 11:00AM- 2:00 PM BALLROOM WINTER WONDERLAND FAMILY PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AND HOLIDAY KARAKOE COST: $5 Per Fmily, breakfast. MONDAY, DECEMBER 15TH & 19TH @ 11AM TOWN CENTER CANVAS PAINTING 12/15 Adult Class, all skill levels welcome @6:00pPM 12/19 Kids holiday themed class @11:00AM COST: Adult painter $35, Kids $10 RSVP: artsandcraftsroadshow@gmail.com WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9TH @ 6-8 PM BALLROOM TASTY TRIVIA - LASAGNA The game is divided into round with 5 questions each. Questions can be about music, geography, current events, TV, spelling, & more! Enjoy a sub sandwich, salad, and dessert. COST: $13 for dinner and trivia. $5 just to play!
SUNDAY , DECEMBER 20TH @ 1:00PM TOWN CENTER I HEART ART CLUB This class is designed for children 4th grade and older. You will be creating art with nature, Fall collages and 3D drwawings ove the next few classes.
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COST: TBD per class, RSVP required FRIDAY,DECEMBER 18TH @ 700PM- BALLROOM FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: ELF After inadvertently wreaking havoc on the elf community due to his ungainly size, a man raised as an elf at the North Pole is sent to the U.S. in search of his true identity. COST: Free, light refreshments will be provided
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VillageWalk at Lake Nona Contact Info
Town Center Hours Monday - Saturday 9 a.m - 9 p.m. Sunday 12 -6 p.m.
Gatehouse 407.816.0010
Meet The Staff Kim Morton - Town Manager Valerie Velazquez - Assistant Manager Michael Ireland - Maintenance Supervisor Linnette Boldig - Lifestyle Director Camilo Puentes - Resident Services/Admin Tainna Rosario - Resident Services/Lifestyle
Looking for a venue for your next big event? Then look no further! The VillageWalk Town Center Ballroom is a multipurpose room featuring a built-in projector and screen. It is the perfect setting for business meetings, corporate conferences, birthday celebrations, graduations, family reunions, holiday parties, weddings and receptions. If you are interested in booking the ballroom for your next event or for more information, please stop by the Town Center or email vwlife@accessyourcommunity. com for a rental application and rates.
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