Baldwin Park Living April 2022

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CONTENTS

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DEPARTMENTS 8 BALDWIN PARK NOTEBOOK Read about recent decisions made by community leaders.

20 GROUPS & GATHERINGS Looking to connect? Find your perfect group here.

22 #BEAUTIFULBALDWINPARK Couples: You can plan the perfect wedding — all in Baldwin Park!

13 WHAT A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD WE LIVE IN Spring has sprung! Get ready for a season of fun in Baldwin Park!

24 A YEAR OF FIRSTS F45 is celebrating its first anniversary in Baldwin Park.

14 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Find your community fun in our monthly calendar.

26 OUTDOOR DINING Baldwin Park residents enjoyed the first Backyard Food Fare.

16 HOW CBD CAN HELP YOU We spoke with the owners of Your CBD Store in Baldwin Park.

28 WHAT’S SELLING See a home that sold recently in Baldwin Park.

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PET FREE SHOWINGS Resident Kacey Kelly has expanded her petservices business.

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Baldwin Park notebook ROA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

BY STACEY FRYREAR ROA The following information is a glimpse of the ROA’s general updates for the month. A copy of the official Feb. 22, 2022, Meeting Minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com.

The board approved the following items/work: n Tropitone replacements for new tables and umbrellas for Grace Hopper and Enders pools and tables for High Park pool. n Brightview to replenish ADA playground mulch at Union and Enders Park playgrounds. n BrightView to install a shade tolerant bed of plants under large oak tree at the southwest corner of the parking lot at Enders Park. n 2022 Insurance Renewals to included General Liability, Umbrella, Crime, D&O, GAP Liability, Workers Compensation, Property and Equipment Breakdown.

UPDATES

COMPLETED ACTIONS n Armstrong Lock replaced rusted door closures and worn door handles at Enders and Grace Hopper facility centers at various locations. n All Pro Plumbing replaced shower heads at High Park pool. n Maintenance painted pool bathroom floors at High Park and at the women’s pool bathroom floor at Enders.

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n All Pro Plumbing repaired women’s pool restroom sink leaking at High Park and Enders Park women’s pool restroom.

n Interior touch up painting and painting of trim and doors at Grace Hopper Hall. Will be done after floor install.

n All Pro Plumbing repaired leaking toilet handle at Grace Hopper Hall foyer women’s restroom.

n Access control hardware upgrades at High Park and Enders.

Grace Hopper was scheduled for Feb. 28 and 29.

n Cool Rite replaced vent in Grace Hopper Hall fitness center. n First Quarter Preventative Maintenance for fitness center equipment. n Pressure washing of all park/ mews spaces by DRS. n Nolan Square plant installations were completed. n Addition of drainage to the north side of Parkland Quadrangle was completed. n Shade-tolerant plant installation at Union Park was completed. n Hazard pruning of the canopy trees in the parks/mews was completed. n Ordered Union Park (park name) sign panel from Fast Signs. n Spies Pools performed vacuum pump repairs at Grace Hopper pools and Ender’s kiddie pool. n Maintenance removed and reinstalled bike rack at Enders playground with new hardware. n Brown’s Fitness proposals for repairs found during the preventative maintenance work at Grace Hopper and Enders fitness centers have been completed.

PENDING ACTIONS n Floor replacement in hallways, foyer, kitchen and bathrooms at Grace Hopper Hall. Floor should have been in by March 15. Once delivered to the warehouse, it will be scheduled for install.

n AllGuard (painting) of Grace Hopper pool house scheduled for May 9 to 13. n Replace backer rods and recaulk expansion joints at Grace Hopper Pool scheduled for May 9 to 13. n Replacement lounge and chair slings for High Park were ordered.

Delivery window is 26 to 32 weeks. n Replacement lounges and chairs for Enders and Grace Hopper were ordered. Delivery window is 26 to 32 weeks. n Armrest for benches at City Homes No. 2, City Homes No. 3 Mews and Corrine Commons were ordered. Delivery window is six to eight weeks. n Spies Pool proposal to repair/ replace pool equipment cover. n Rep Services proposal to repair areas of tot turf at Enders and Union Park playgrounds. n DRS proposal for new mirror in women’s downstairs restroom at Grace Hopper. n Dreux Isaac & Associates proposal for the 2023 Reserve Study Update. n Rose Fence proposal to add fencing around Enders pool equipment.

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR OWNERS WILDLIFE IN STRUCTURES The tree-lined streets of Baldwin Park offer shady canopies for residents to enjoy the outdoors and provide homes for amazing animals like songbirds, squirrels and even bats.

Bats provide great pest control. They are protected yearround from harm and cannot be evicted from buildings until after the end of the annual bat maternity season, between April 15 and Aug. 15.

Now is the time to evaluate your home for potential wildlife entry points and make necessary repairs. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provided us with a comprehensive video addressing “How to Remove Bats from Buildings.”

You can access it online at youtube. com/watch?v=IbaKnvc8sZA.

TOWNHOME SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE

BY MELISSA PARKER The following information is a glimpse of the business that the Townhome Service Area Committee addressed in the Feb. 17, 2022 meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com. n The TSAC moved to approve the 2022 Annual Tree Trimming proposals from BrightView Tree Care.

UPDATES

n Please remember to report any landscape, building or irrigation issues on the Baldwin Park Services App. Reporting items on the Baldwin Park Services App will allow residents to share photos of the reported area(s), and receive real time updates from management staff on corrective measures being taken. n Roof replacements are coming to multiple townhome service areas! Please remember to check your attics/soffit areas for any bats and/or rodents. Some of these animals may have decided to make a home in these areas.

Animals will be required to be removed prior to any roof replacement projects beginning and may delay construction if they are found. This is considered a homeowner expense. Issa 22 is the first service area to receive roof replacements this year, followed

by Cambridge, Issa 28, and City Homes No. 1. Not all addresses will have roof replacements this year; some addresses are listed to be replaced in 2023 per the Reserve Study. More information will be released as it becomes available.

n New sod that was installed in February/March has been treated with a fungicide.

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR TOWNHOUSE OWNERS

n BrightView treated all Majestic Beauty Trees (Live/Work) with granular fertilizer which contains micro-nutrients and a fungicide. n BrightView has trimmed all crape myrtles within the service areas.

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n BrightView treated azaleas with fungicide, micro-nutrients, Merit and an insect control. n Any pots located within plant bed areas or on porches are the responsibility of the resident to maintain. If a plant species begins to take over the plant bed, then the resident can be issued a covenant violation to preserve the integrity of the plant bed.

Unkept vines, growing from pots, can also creep up downspouts and townhome buildings causing damage. If damage occurs, the resident will be financially responsible for repairs — not the entire service area. n During the month of February, there was .75 inches of rain (normal is 1.25 inches). n Per DRS Inc., here is the Townhome painting schedule for March 2022: Cambridge (Meeting Place-Finishing); Cambridge — Lake Baldwin Lane. n Per DRS Inc., here is the Townhome maintenance schedule for March/April 2022: City Homes No. 1 n Because of the pandemic, there has been an adjustment to originally stated dates for painting projects and maintenance in the townhome service areas.

Supplies were delayed in being shipped from vendors to DRS Inc. at the beginning of the year.

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Questions about pest control for your townhome?

The only pest control that the association maintains is the termite bond for the building. All other pest control is a homeowner responsibility. If you believe you have a termite issue, you can report it on the Baldwin Park Services App or contact Melissa Parker at mparker@baldwinparkpoa.com.

Many people get ants and termites confused, so here are a few differences. Winged ants have elbowed antennae, while winged termites have straight antennae. Winged ants have narrow waists, while winged termites have broad waists.

Winged ants’ front wings are longer than the back wings, while on winged termites, they are the same size.

Carpenter ants and termites differ in color.

Carpenter ants are black, while termites are a reddish brown.

Schedules now will be projected one to two months out to anticipate any possible future changes.

Notices still are being left on townhome front doors one to two weeks in advance to inform residents of any upcoming projects beginning in their address range.

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BY BILL PATTERSON The rainy season is upon us! This means pop-up storms, standing water, and falling leaves and tree branches. When driving through the parking lots during the rain, please be mindful of standing water and pedestrians running to their car.

Fallen tree branches can be reported through the Baldwin Park Services app. Drive safe and stay dry!

VILLAGE CENTER UPDATES n Check out all the local shops for spring inspired decorations around the Village Center all month long.

The conversion of the parking light to LED continues throughout the year. LED lights are much more efficient and brighter than the old bulbs.

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT n Over the past few months, we have been working on a project to revitalize the landscaping on some of the parking lot islands. This project will continue over the course of the next few months until all are completed.

GENERAL UPDATES n Have you downloaded the Baldwin Park Services App yet? You can find it in the Android Play Store or in the Apple Store. It is a great resource to report various issues around the community, including light outages, broken sprinkler heads and many others. You also can submit work requests for city of Orlando maintenance and repair. n The parking lot dumpsters are not meant for large items. This can break or clog the city’s dumpsters and cause further issues. If you

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have any bulk items, the city of Orlando offers bulk pick-up — in most cases, free of charge! This can be used for most items that cannot fit in the commercial dumpster. Visit orlando.gov/Trash-Recycling for more information and to schedule future pick-ups. n Architectural Review Committee meetings take place twice a month — on the second and fourth Tuesdays — for application reviews regarding commercial changes to exterior structures (roofing replacements and painting), landscaping and signage. All corresponding applications can be located on the Baldwin Park Network under Commercial Owners Association and Commercial Architectural Review Committee.

For questions and application submission please feel free to email Bill at BPatterson@BaldwinParkPOA.com.

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WHAT A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD WE LIVE IN!

Spring has sprung!

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nd just like that, it’s already April — can you believe it?!

We don’t get much for seasons here in Florida, but you can always feel a change in the air around late March/ early April. That change usually includes a temperature increase (cue sweat) and the return of afternoon showers we can set our clocks by (cue 2:45 p.m. monsoon).

Along with the bad comes some good. Flowers start to bloom just a little bit brighter, we get an extra hour of daylight, and we get to take advantage of all of our pools again! Speaking of, keep an eye out for the weekly e-blasts for pool closure’s when needed. If you aren’t getting the e-blasts, make sure to sign up for BaldwinParkNetwork.com (shameless plug).

The new season also brings out some gorgeous nights, which are perfect for strolling along New Broad Street and dining outside at some of our great restaurants. This is also the time of year that festivals start back up again, not to mention we get Easter and St. Patrick’s Day. Speaking of Easter: Don’t forget about the free, resident only

Baldwin Park Easter Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, in front of Grace Hopper Hall. The Easter Bunny will be there, along with lots of fun activities. Don’t forget to bring your baskets!

Although we aren’t having a St. Patrick’s Day festival this year in Baldwin Park, there are lots of great options nearby. Events are happening in nearby Mills 50, Winter Park, College Park and down at Disney Springs. There is definitely no shortage of things to do to celebrate the day.

Speaking of events in Baldwin Park, another great thing to do this spring is the Backyard Food Fare at the end of each month in rotating community parks. The first one was a huge success, with the vendors selling out in just about an hour, so we plan on bringing them back each month.

Be on the lookout for upcoming dates and come on out for some good food and the good company of your neighbors.

Now is also the time to start planning those summer vacations, because it’s going to be here before we know it. It’s sometimes funny to say “summer vacation” as an adult, but it’s one

takeaway from our school years that might have even gotten better in adulthood. My summer plans include a much-needed seven-day cruise around the Caribbean. It’s amazing to be traveling again, in general, but especially cruising. I have to admit, I love cruises, because it’s the only time I can completely disconnect and shut my phone off. Hopefully, you also have some fun plans over the months ahead and get some relaxation time.

Finally, let’s have a real talk: Although there’s plenty out there to do, when the weather doesn’t cooperate, it’s completely OK to curl up on the couch and spend the day bonding with your favorite streaming service. In fact, that’s my weekend plan given that the weather is going from high 80s into a massive storm front before dropping into the 30s in the evening. Sounds like a perfect time to do absolutely nothing, doesn’t it?

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AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD

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ONGOING

INFANT SWIM LESSONS Infant Swim Resources will be giving lessons from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays in April at Grace Hopper Pool. The classes then will transition to Enders Pool for May through August. For more, call (407) 234-1020.

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SEMI-ANNUAL PORCH SALE & FLEA MARKETS 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 2, community-wide. The flea markets will be set up at Enders Park, High Park and Corrine Commons in front of Grace Hopper Hall, as well as Baldwin Park homes.

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MOVIE NIGHT AT TACTICAL 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Tactical Brewing Co., 4882 New Broad St. A different dessert vendor sets up shop inside the tasting room to sell goodies during the movie, as well.

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TRIVIA AT TACTICAL 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Tactical Brewing Co., 4882 New Broad St. Join “The Intern” from BYOCB every Wednesday night as he hosts trivia at Tactical.

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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Meets at 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at Grace Hopper Hall Gathering Room, 1913 Meeting Place. Due to the current high volume of Residential ARC applications, the number of applications is being capped at 25 per meeting. Meetings are subject to change.

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CENTRAL FLORIDA NAVY LEAGUES 13TH ANNUAL WOUNDED WARFIGHTER LONE SAILOR 5K/10K 7 a.m. Saturday, April 9, at Blue Jacket Park, 2501 General Rees Ave. For more than 30 years, Baldwin Park was home to Naval Training Center Orlando. Run around the former “Grinder” to honor Orlando’s rich military heritage and support our wounded service men and women. This event’s primary goal is to raise money for charities that support wounded service men and women and the Central Florida military communities. To date, more than $400,000 has been raised for the Wounded Warrior Project, Building Homes for Heroes, The Camaraderie Foundation and the Lone Sailor Memorial of Central Florida. This year’s event benefits the work of the Central Florida Navy League, the Camaraderie Foundation and Wake for Warriors. Race-day pick-up will begin at 7 a.m. near the Blue Jacket Memorial; parking is available along General Rees Boulevard, as well as on-street parking. Find out more information and sign up for the race by visiting woundedwarfighterlonesailor5k10k.itsyourrace. com.

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RESIDENT PAINT NIGHT 6:45 p.m. Monday, April 11, at Enders Park Gathering Room Justin, of Justin Time Designs, will be hosting an exciting paint night for residents and their guests.

More details can be found in your weekly newsletter, along with how to sign up for the class. Sign up at baldwinparknetwork.com to receive the weekly newsletter.

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BALDWIN PARK RESIDENT EASTER EGG HUNT 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at Corrine Commons. This exciting, annual event includes photos with the Easter Bunny, caricature artists, face painters, balloon benders, activities, DJ, dancing and even more fun! Don’t forget to bring your basket! The hunt begins at 10 a.m. for ages 0 to 2; 10:15 a.m. for ages 3 to 5; and 10:30 a.m. for 6 and older. This is a free resident event brought to you by the Baldwin Park Residential Owners Association.

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MY CENTRAL FLORIDA FAMILY’S LAKE BALDWIN BUNNY HOP 5K AND EASTER EGG HUNT 7:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16, at Harbor Park. The event is a chipped, timed 5K, with awards provided to the top three overall, masters, senior masters and aggroup winners. The Bunny Hop 5K will benefit Construction Angels as they provide scholarships to Florida students who have lost a parent on a construction job site.

For more visit mycentralfloridafamily.com.

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THE ROTARY CLUB OF THE PARKS Meets from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

Visitors and guests are welcome. Meeting information is posted in the Baldwin Park Weekly resident email blast or at facebook. com/RotaryClubOfTheParksOrlando.

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TOWNHOME SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE MEETING Meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month virtually. Meetings are subject to change. Please look for updated scheduling information in the weekly Wednesday resident updates.

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RESIDENT BACKYARD FOOD FARE 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 29. This event takes place in one of the parks located in Baldwin Park on the last Friday of every month. This month will feature Table TGK, The Vintage Hot Dog Cart, Phat Ash Bakes and Fui Yo Mexicana serving up Birria tacos. Check your weekly newsletter for up-to-date information on the event.

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Your CBD Store in Baldwin Park President Maria Hulsewe and CEO John Hulsewe are excited to bring the benefits of their products to Baldwin Park.

Can CBD help you?

Your CBD Store in Baldwin Park offers products that aim to target beauty, weight loss, focus, sleep, stress, wellness and more.

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or many, it comes as no surprise that CBD can provide lifelong health benefits.

But what does CBD actually do? What’s in it? And how is it made?

President Maria Hulsewe and CEO John Hulsewe, of Your CBD

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Store in Baldwin Park, sat down with us to answer those questions and more.

What is CBD? There are plenty of misconceptions about what CBD is exactly.

CBD, also known as cannabidiol, is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis (marijuana). Although CBD is an

essential component of medical marijuana, it is derived directly from the hemp plant, a cousin of marijuana, or manufactured in a laboratory. One of hundreds of components in marijuana, CBD does not cause a “high” by itself, according to Harvard Medical School.

Who uses CBD? According to a 2019 Gallup Poll on CBD use, 14% — about one in seven — of U.S. adults use CBD products. The highest percentages of usage come in the 18-29

age groups, 20%, and in Western states, 21%. Only 8% of those older than 65, and 11% of those between 50 and 64, use CBD. Pets also can use CBD products.

Are there any side effects to CBD? According to Harvard Medical School, side effects of CBD include nausea, fatigue and irritability.

CBD also can increase the level of blood thinning and other medicines in the bloodstream by competing for the liver enzymes that break down these drugs. People taking high doses of CBD may show abnormalities in liver related blood tests.

Your CBD Store’s owners recommend starting a conversation with your physician before taking any of products, especially if you are already on medication.

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Although CBD products have been approved by the FDA, some states aren’t 100% clear on the legality of CBD. So where is CBD legal?

In 2018, the Farm Bill made huge progress in the legalization of CBD products by removing hemp from the Controlled Substances Act. Thanks to this bill, hemp can be cultivated in U.S. soil legally.

Although CBD is technically legal in all 50 states, the laws differ from state to state. State laws dictate the legality of what type of CBD products people can use.

In Florida, most cannabinoid extracts, including CBD, are legal.

However, only products that contain less than 0.3% THC are considered legal.

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How can CBD be taken?

CBD comes in many forms, including oils, extracts, capsules, patches, vapes and topical preparations for use on skin.

Your CBD Store in Baldwin Park offers hemp oil, water solubles, whole plant products, gummies and edibles, topicals, products for pets, and more.

What are the health benefits behind CBD? According to Your CBD Store, CBD is the best-researched cannabinoid to date and the list of its applications as a potential treatment is constantly expanding.

The FDA has even approved Epidolex, which contains a form of CBD, for the treatment of seizures associated with epilepsy.

Animal studies, and self-reports or research in humans, suggest CBD may also help with anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, PTSD, addiction and more.

Your CBD Store has a variety of product lines that aim to target beauty, weight loss, focus, sleep, stress, wellness and more.

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President of Your CBD Store Maria Hulsewe says CBD helps to target the Endocannabinoid System and helps put everything in the body back in place.

Right: CBD comes in many forms. Your CBD Store in Baldwin Park offers hemp oil, water solubles, whole plant products, gummies and edibles, topicals, products for pets, and more.

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A lot of people hear the word CBD and think of a smoke shop. What we offer at our stores is almost the exact opposite.”

Your CBD Store is part of a franchise that has more than 600 locations in the United States.

Baldwin Park’s location opened seven months ago.

“A lot of people hear the word CBD and think of a smoke shop,” Maria Hulsewe says. “What we offer at our stores is almost the exact opposite.”

Your CBD Store offers a safe, comfortable and inviting environment where guests can learn about CBD, try samples, and feel empowered to make an informed decision on the best cannabinoid formulation option for them.

The story starts with Your CBD Store Founder Rachael Quinn, whose quality of life was affected

by Crohn’s disease.

CBD was the only thing that helped gain her quality of life back.

“CBD helps to target your endocannabinoid system and helps to put everything in your body back in place,” Maria Hulsewe says.

The founder knew she had to share her experience with others, which led her to open the first store in 2018 in Bradenton.

With the store’s success, Quinn and her husband, Marcus, the company’s CEO, founded a product line under the name Sunmed.

“It’s great that we have something that can help people,” John Hulsewe says. “It’s amazing how many people still don’t know the benefits of this hemp product so we are working to educate people and change that.”

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PET PROJECT

Kacey Kelly is expanding her services with the creation of her new company, Pet Free Showings, which offers on-demand services when Realtors show homes.

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nyone with a furry friend in Baldwin Park knows the name Kacey Kelly.

Kelly, 29, has lived in Baldwin Park for seven years and has served the community and beyond with her pet concierge business, Kacey Kares Pet Services since 2017 as an LLC, although she started two years prior as a side business.

She stumbled upon Baldwin Park by accident. However, since she moved to the Sunshine State from New York, Baldwin is the first place that feels like home.

“It’s the first place that I’ve moved since leaving New York that felt like a community to me,” she says.

“There are so many dogs here; it’s like a dream come true.”

Now, Kelly is capitalizing on her skills and passion for people and their pets with the creation of her new company, Pet Free Showings.

Pet Free Showings offers on-demand dog walking services to Realtors, homeowners and sellers.

The concept is simple. Customers call Pet Free Showings, and the company will pick up pets from clients homes so the client can complete a successful showing or open house without the stress of a pet.

Kelly explains there are many

PET FREE SHOWINGS

Kacey Kelly serves the Baldwin Park community and beyond through her pet concierge business.

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Phone: (407) 376-7043 Email: Kaceykelly@Petfreeshowings.com Website: Petfreeshowings.com

Growing up as an only child and as someone with a lot of health struggles, Kacey Kelly often found herself isolated.

However, her three childhood dogs always encouraged her to look on the bright side.

“I never felt completely alone,” she says. “You really don’t realize how much they give to you. There’s nothing better than unconditional love.”

Although Kacey Kares started as an accident, Kelly now serves 400 to 500 clients locally and has 11 other employees who work under her to help with the taxi, boarding, pet sitting, dog walking, cat care and more.

She and her employees pride themselves on being self-motivated, punctual, trustworthy and enthusiastic.

The business has also taken on other animals including guinea pigs, crawfish, lizards and parrots.

“A lot of people assume dog walking is easy, but it’s actually a pretty tough job that’s very taxing on your mind and body,” Kelly says. “However, I know that no matter what business it is I’m working on, it will always be super important to me, and I will always do my best at the end of the day to make sure that I’m doing the right thing for my customers and their pets.”

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benefits of the business for Realtors and homeowners to consider.

In the United States, 30% of the population suffers from pet-related allergic reactions. Sellers can avoid severe allergic reactions they may not know potential buyers have.

Sellers also can avoid safety and liability issues. Showings can be stressful to pets that may be protective of their home, which can lead to disruptive barking, growing or aggressive behavior.

In addition, not everyone is an animal lover. Certain smells can be off putting such as poor animal hygiene or post marking odors.

“I have a lot of clients now who are Realtors, and they have expressed to me that it’s hard to sell a house when there are animals around,” Kelly says. “My original business opened up another avenue I really wanted to tap into.”

Since opening, Kelly already has served clients from several companies, including Fannie Hillman and Keller Williams.

The agents have discussed having Kelly come into their business meetings to discuss her services.

Kelly says she wants the new business to alleviate stress and pressure from her clients, because she understands the value of those relationships.

“I always want to go above and beyond for my clients, because I am so grateful for them,” she says. “I’ve made so many relationships through it, so they’re also my friends.”

Some of the dog lover’s clients have even gone so far as to ask Kelly to travel to Santa Monica or Napa Valley to have her care for their pets.

“It all starts with their animal and they just want someone to love their animal the way they would,” she says.

In the future, Kelly says she would love to create an app for the Pet Free Showings services.

She says she would want to hire subcontractors from across the United States to show up for any local sellers in their area and hopefully bring a new opportunity to other dog walking businesses, as well.

She also would love to donate a portion of the proceeds back to a rescue organization if someone uses her services.

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AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Groups & Gatherings We have several groups and classes that are active and waiting for your sign up. Many groups have postponed meetings or are now meeting virtually due to COVID-19. Please take note of all of the club/ fitness happening around Baldwin Park and reach out to any/all that interest you!

ART EXPLORERS CLUB Baldwin Park resident Robyn Bertram offers this club through Rollins Museum of Art. The free Art Explorers Club introduces visitors ages 6 to 13 to a world full of art through creative missions inspired by pieces from the museum’s collection. Explorers collect prizes and stamps in their special members’ passport with each project — all while expanding their imagination and art research skills. For more, email rbertram@rollins.edu.

BALDWIN PARK ART CLUB Baldwin Park Art Club is a mixture of art classes, studio tours and gallery openings for art lovers. It is open to everyone.

Contact Pat at plremingt@gmail. com for more information and to see when the club is meeting next.

BALDWIN PARK KIDS CLUB Activities for children ages infant to 5 years old. Parents and kids enjoy a variety of casual get-togethers, including story time, play dates, park picnics, mom’s night out and more. Contact bpkidsclub1@gmail.com. Many programs for kids are now on Zoom.

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BALDWIN PARK LGBTQ+ The purpose of the Baldwin Park LGBTQ+ group is to provide social activities for Baldwin Park residents that identify as LGBTQ+, family members and allies of the community. For more information, contact Alexander Mendoza, alexandermendozav@gmail.com.

BALDWIN PARK SINGLES This group — for singles ages 35 to 55 years old — will meet biweekly at various locations in Baldwin. This is a great way to meet friends and possibly find a person you would love to date.

For more, email Jenny, jennylake94@gmail.com.

ETHNIC FOOD ENTHUSIASTS Note: This group is not meeting currently but plans to resume soon. Explore exceptional epicurean dishes every month. Experience a chef talk or food flights and bites at local restaurants.

Singles and residents new to the area are encouraged to jump in and enjoy incredible food and conversation. Contact Shannon at sfaith14@gmail.com.

GARDENERS GROWING TOGETHER Gardeners Growing Together members take field trips to local gardens for meet-ups and classes. Email alysonescribana@ gmail.com for details.

MAHJONG For more information, contact Christopher at cfc106@gmail. com or visit bpmahjong.com.

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FITNESS AND FUN n BLUE MOON YOGA — Classes exclusively for Baldwin Park residents. Enjoy a deeply relaxing indoor class at 9 a.m.

Fridays (Restorative Yoga For Women) or 10 a.m. (Yoga for Newbies). These classes are held at Enders Gathering Room. On Saturdays, two outdoor classes are offered in front of Grace Hopper Hall, starting with Outdoor Flow at 9 a.m., followed by Power Yoga at 10 a.m. New students should contact the instructor at (407) 276-3478. For prices and additional information, visit bluemoon.yoga or email becca@blue-moon.yoga. n NOVEMBER PROJECT — This group is offering free weekly workouts for all.

Find the group at 6:29 a.m.

Wednesdays at Harbor Park at Lake Baldwin. Check it out at novemver-project.com. n PICK-UP BASKETBALL — Basketball enthusiasts will meet at Blue Jacket Park courts for five-on-five play.

Contact Rick at rickschreiber2@gmail.com.

n RAY OF LIGHT YOGA — Yoga instructor Lisa Schreiber a monthly Mommy & Me Yoga at 10 a.m. monthly. All kids ages 2 to 6 are invited for a morning of fun activities such as games, stories and movement, as well as learning yoga poses and relaxation strategies that will help them cope with the ups and downs of life. Schreiber often incorporates messages about healthy eating, kindness, mindfulness and self-love.

Upcoming classes include St. Paddy’s Day in the Park (March 13); April Showers Bring May Flowers (April 24); Earth Day/ Park Cleanup (May 22); and Summer Vacation (June 26).

For more, email Lisa at lisafineman@yahoo.com. n TENNIS CLUB — Meets at 6 p.m. Thursdays at the Blue Jacket Park courts. Contact Cecilia, crmdesign@yahoo.com. n ZOOM BALLET AND PILATES — Baldwin Park resident and PMA-certified instructor Adriana Duarte Pontual offers Zoom Pilates classes from 9:10 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.

Cost is $12 per class. For more, visit adrianaduartepontual. com.br.

NIFTY FIFTIES PLUS Socials for active couples and singles ages 50 and up, meet several times a month for a variety of social activities, including happy hour, luncheons, parties and much more. Reach out to niftyfiftiesplus@gmail.com.

TACTICAL BREWING RUNNING CLUB If you love craft beer and running, this group is for you! Meets at 6 p.m. Thursdays at the Tactical Brewing tasting room. Find it at Tactical Brewing Running Club on Facebook.

REAL DEAL BOOK CLUB The Real Deal Book Club meets monthly to discuss its book of choice. The group not only discusses the current read but also shares articles and relevant reviews for the group to discuss.

The book for April 12 is “Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of the American Family” by Robert Kolker, goodreads.com/book/ show/50088631-hidden-valleyroad. Find out more by emailing klhgibbons@gmail.com.

WIN! WOMEN INNOVATORS NETWORK This group is for Baldwin Park women who own or manage a business. Reservations can be made by contacting Bekah at beautifiedbybekah@gmail.com.

WRITERS’ BLOCK WRITING GROUP This group discusses topics to help writers. Come with a desire to meet others and learn to hone your skills. Contact Rich, powerofselfentertainment@gmail.com.

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Be healthy — and happy — in Baldwin Park!

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aldwin Park is known for many things but is fitness one of them? Well, if not, it should be! There are healthy options for food and fitness around every corner — each being just as fun and delicious as the next. Let’s make 2022 our happiest and healthiest year yet!

BRIE BERNSTEL MULTIMEDIA & COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

FITNESS CLASSES

Of course, we have to talk about the fitness classes, because it is very hard to walk down the street and not tap your toe to one of the tunes playing from inside one of their studios. Whether you are a class type of person or a quick, 30-minute HIIT workout person, there is something for everyone. Gyms such as F-45, 9 Rounds and Rock Hard Fitness offer quick, fun classes that are easy to fit into even the busiest schedule. If you are looking for something for the little ones, check out Orlando Metro Gymnastics and Championship Martial Arts. They offer fantastic deals all year, as well as specials around the holidays to give you some much needed alone time.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

If classes just aren’t your thing and you just want some peace and quiet, visit the loop around Lake Baldwin. There is plenty of room for everyone, and it offers the perfect scenic route to burn some calories. If you are a bicyclist, head over to Cady Way Trail to free up the traffic on the main trail and cruise around new, more private trails. This is a 7.5-mile trail that runs from Aloma Avenue and Howell Branch Road west and south to Coy Drive, just

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past the Fashion Square Mall.

Take advantage of the amenities around town: We pass by them every day, but do we use them as often as we would like to? From gyms to pools to playgrounds, Baldwin Park prides itself on keeping the community as clean, safe and updated as possible. Swim some laps in the morning, workout in the updated fitness center or do some pull-ups on the monkey bars and pretend the world is your jungle gym. It doesn’t matter as long as you are moving!

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Health is sometimes not only the things we can see but rather the way we actually feel. Verte Chiropractics can help you with numerous issues you may be facing, such as headaches, restricted motion in your joints, accident injuries and much more! Check out the top-of-the-line facility and book an appointment today by visiting vertechiropractic.com.

DELICIOUS AND NUTRITIOUS Eating healthy doesn’t have to mean eating boring! We are very fortunate to have so many delicious, healthy food options around town. You just have to know where to look!

It may sound crazy, but one of the first places to check out is Five Guys. Yes, you read that correctly. The burger joint offer tons of options on lettuce wraps,

and the restaurant only uses top-notch ingredients. It also gives you a ridiculous number of free peanuts, and there is nothing ever wrong with that.

Fresh seafood is always on the menu at Osprey Tavern and at Seito Sushi. Seito recently added two awards to its belt — including Best Sushi and Best Japanese in Orlando. Both restaurants are perfect places to visit for a clean, pescatarian meal.

Gimme the juice! Planet Smoothie is right around the corner and always a great go-to for something healthy and quick. Sit outside on their patio or head back to work, they will take care of all your dietary restrictions and make your day even more delicious.

GROUP SUPPORT

Clubs on clubs, on clubs, on clubs!

Baldwin Park residents love creating fun and exciting clubs for everyone to enjoy. Play tennis on Thursdays at Blue Jacket Park (crmdesign@yahoo.com), shoot some hoops in some Pick-Up Basketball (rickschreiber2@ gmail.com), practice some yoga with several class time and day options (becca@bluemoon. yoga, lisafineman@yahoo.com) or run in a group with the run club from Tactical Brewing (@ tactical_brewing_running_club).

Every day, there is something exciting going on, and the groups would love to meet you!

Here’s to Baldwin Park’s gorgeous homes, outdoor living, shops and restaurants, exceptional schools, and rich history.

That’s city living at its finest.

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HIGH IMPACT ANNABELLE SIKES STAFF WRITER

F45 is celebrating its first anniversary in Baldwin Park.

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seen their fitness program create a community.

f you live in Baldwin Park, you’ve walked by the doors of F45.

The glass windows and red, white and blue lettering are hard to miss, but what really draws people off the streets and into the training studio is the energy.

Walking by the studio, the blasting quick-tempo music shakes the windows. Upon peeking inside, the center is lit up with sweaty, but smiling, faces which radiate a positive and welcoming energy out onto the streets with ease.

F45 celebrated its first anniversary in Baldwin Park in February, and already, the fitness facility is making a lasting impact.

“There have been friendships and relationships that have been built here, and we try really hard to bring that sense of community through these doors,” co-owner Robert Strauss says. “We just want to bring people together.”

In its first year, owners Robert and Tara Strauss have

FUNCTION AND FORM

But what is F45?

The “F” stands for functional training and “45” is the total amount of time spent training.

Functional training is a mix of circuit and HIIT, high intensity interval training, style workouts geared toward everyday movement.

The F45 training workouts are designed to unify the muscle groups of the body to help members move and feel stronger in all aspects of life.

The company has 45 unique and customized workouts with more than 5,000 exercises.

The workouts are fueled and organized by technology systems placed in all F45 locations. A series of TVs mounted on the front wall of the studios provide an organized, station-by-station diagram for each daily workout. The system is

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Robert, Tara, Cash and Carter Strauss have enjoyed running the F45 location in Baldwin Park.

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Owner Robert Strauss, right, says he selects trainers who not only fit the qualifications as an instructor but also have positive outlooks and high energy.

a visual tool for members to progress from exercise station to station throughout the workout.

Across the world, members of F45 at various locations all complete the same workout on the same day.

“These 45 minute workouts are something that everyone has time to do and should be doing,” Strauss says.

The best part about it? Anyone — from a 70-year-old retiree to a professional athlete — can participate.

“You do it at your own pace, so you choose your own weights and your own reps,” he says. “Everyone can work together, and we always finish a hard workout with a high five.”

Trainer James Ventura, who has been with F45 since the beginning, says although he had never had a group training job before, the community has been supportive.

“I love to set goals for myself and try to achieve them, so being able to help and do the same for other people and see them accomplish their goals is amazing, and that’s something that I think all of us as coaches enjoy,” Ventura says.

“I love being able to spread that healthy lifestyle and there’s no judgment here so people can just come in and be comfortable.”

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THE BEGINNING

Co-owner Tara Strauss discovered F45 in New Jersey towards the end of 2018.

When Robert Strauss signed with WWE as a professional wrestler, the couple moved to Orlando to be close to the training facility.

Tara Strauss attended F45 in Lake Nona and traveled as part of a larger fitness corporation while Robert Strauss wrestled. The couple says they both fell in love with F45 and its training style.

“You want to keep your mind and your body occupied,” Robert Strauss says. “Having this was something different that challenged me instead of doing the same movements over and over.”

When the coronavirus pandemic hit, the couple was inspired to open their own F45 in Baldwin Park.

Robert Strauss says the location was perfect.

“When you walk down the streets and see the shops and the vibe, and the families, it just seemed like the perfect place for

us to live,” he says.

After traveling for two years from Lake Nona, the couple moved to Baldwin Park to embed themselves in the community.

Robert Strauss says the opening was difficult. The couple never opened their own business before, and many people were still cautious of gyms because of the pandemic.

The couple worked hard to spread their name and even held free outdoor workouts at Blue Jacket Park so people could try out the workouts and see if they liked them.

On Feb. 6, 2021, the hard work paid off, and the Strausses opened their brick-and-mortar location.

The location now has about 300 members.

Tara Strauss says they work hard to provide accountability for those that maybe don’t have that same positivity at home or in their professional lives.

“Taking care of yourself should be your No. 1 priority, because in order to be your best self — whether that’s being a good mom, wife, friend, sister, employee — you have to feel great about yourself and feel great in general,” she says. “I do feel people are their best versions of themselves when they feel great.

It’s the beginning of the extension of all the positivity in your life.”

As a family, fitness has always been a main priority.

Both Robert and Tara Strauss have backgrounds as physical education teachers. They even met at a gym where Tara Strauss was teaching classes.

Now, that passion for fitness has been passed down to their twin 5-year-old boys, Cash and Carter.

The boys love to workout, play sports, eat healthy and even enjoy their own kiddie protein shakes.

Cash says he can’t wait to be able to work at F45.

“We want to provide a space for this community to come together,” Tara Strauss says. “Community is one of the reasons we are here. You can do it alone, but it’s always better together.”

HISTORY F45 was born in Australia in 2012. It was the only class-based franchise company ranked in the top 40 fastest growing franchises in the world and was ranked number one as the world’s fastest-growing gym franchise, as of August 2021.

The franchise had 1,749 studios worldwide and 654 in the United States, as of the fourth quarter of 2021, with a multitude of locations scattered across Florida and Orlando.

The fitness organization is even backed

by Mark Wahlberg, who in 2019 invested $450 million in F45.

In Wahlberg’s documentary “Wahl Street” he even says his goal is to have as many F45 locations as Starbucks.

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The Baldwin Park event was a family affair for Axl, TJ, Amy and Kensi Rodriguez.

Braxton and Bryce Polte rode their scooters to the Backyard Food Fare.

BALDWIN PARK’S FIRST BACKYARD FOOD FARE T

he Baldwin Park community came together for the first Backyard Food Fare Friday, Feb. 25.

The event, which took place in front of Grace Hopper Hall at Corrine Commons, kicked off the first of the monthly food rallies.

The events are open to Baldwin Park residents and their guests to enjoy great food and conversation with neighbors.

Families, friends and pets watched the sun set on blankets and folding chairs.

Local food vendors at the event included PhatAshBakes, which served an assortment of huge cookies; TableTGK, serving garlic chicken and macaroni and cheese; and Thevintagehotdogcart, with famous New York-style hot dogs.

The next few Food Fares will

take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m., giving the residents more time to come and enjoy the festivities.

Although the original vendors will still be available, Baldwin Park is hoping to add on an additional vendor, possibly tacos, as well as a local animal treat vendor so pups can take part in the fun.

“We hope to grow this event to be something the residents look forward to each month and that brings the community together,” Sentry Management Multimedia & Community Coordinator Brie Bernstel from Baldwin Park says.

“Our residents work so hard, and we just want to be able to provide them with a quick, easy and fun way to get their dinner right in their backyard.”

— ANNABELLE SIKES PhatAshBakes welcomed locals with warm smiles and a full menu of cookies including classic chocolate chip and caramel rocky road.

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UPCOMING FOOD FARES Zane Rooney covered his hotdog from Thevintagehotdogcart in ketchup.

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Above: TableTGK was one of the food vendors at the event.

Right; Melissa Rooney enjoyed a heaping bowl of macaroni and cheese.

Isabel Tofts, Lucia Tofts and Sydney Lopez shared a blanket on the lawn in front of Grace Hopper Hall.

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WHAT’S SELLING

1447 NOLAN COURT, ORLANDO SALE PRICE: $800,000 SQUARE FEET: 2,279 BEDROOMS: Three BATHROOMS: Two

DETAILS: This beautifully designed and open floor plan is light and bright with an abundance of windows covered with plantation shutters. The updated kitchen is a dream, with the tiled backsplash and a large center island topped with exotic granite that provides tons of storage with pull-out drawers and cabinets, as well as a bar with seating. The split floor plan has a master suite wing featuring an ensuite bath with a built-in California closet system. This home sits on a private green area and is only steps away from the Village Center.

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SELLER’S AGENT: Kimberley Gernert, Keller Williams Winter Park BUYER’S AGENT: Maria Van Warner, Fannie HIllman

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