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BIG NIGHT OUT

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

13 WHAT A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD WE LIVE IN Events are back — and just in time for the holiday season.

14 COMMUNITY CALENDAR See what’s happening around the neighborhood this month.

16 FROM THE COVER Residents share their favorite family Thanksgiving recipes.

24 FLYING HIGH Locals keep fit, have fun through weekly Frisbee football games.

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

28 A MATTER OF PRIDE Trio launches LGTBQ+ group in Baldwin Park.

32 WHAT’S SELLING See five homes that sold recently in Baldwin Park.

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SHINDIG 2021 Baldwin Park Elementary’s PTA brought its annual fundraiser outside this year.

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Baldwin Park notebook ROA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

BY STACEY FRYREAR The following information is a glimpse of the ROA’s general updates for the month. A copy of the official Sept. 28, 2021, meeting minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com. n The board approved renewing the pool maintenance contract for 2022. n The board approved the revised collection policy incorporating changes in F.S. 720.00. n The board approved the duct cleaning and addition of air purification system including UV lighting at Enders facility center. n The board approved painting the lockers in the pool bathrooms at Grace Hopper, pressure washing, caulking and touch up painting at Enders and Grace Hopper, painting the pool bath house roof at Grace Hopper, painting patios at Enders along with the benches and screen repairs at Enders. n The board approved landscape proposals in various parks/mews.

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n Events: The contract with Tim Weber Events for Kidtoberfest was finalized and executed. n Grace Hopper pool resurfacing: The work was started and will take about two months to complete. n Window films at Grace Hopper: The approved window films for the lobby doors and front windows were completed. Two of the door panels at the lobby have seal issues. They are not sealed, and moisture is getting between the panes. Both panes have been tinted and replaced. DRS painted the door to match.

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HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR OWNERS Fall is a great opportunity to get outside, take a look around and make notes of any maintenance needs that you see on your property. Keeping your property well maintained coincides with property values. Baldwin Park has been described as vibrant, prestigious, shiny and new-looking. The first home was moved into in 2003, so some areas of the community are starting to show their age. Just because a property isn’t new doesn’t mean it can’t still be beautiful and well-maintained. Homeowners should do their part to keep the neighborhood one of Orlando’s finest. The below is a list of items to get you started on maintenance needs. n Fences: Does your fence need to be cleaned (power-washed) or painted/stained and repaired? n Grass/sod: Should always be neat (cut, edged and trimmed).

Grass or weeds including grass growing over and along the curb, in the street or alleyway, should be remedied. Weeds in the yard and in landscape beds must be addressed and a treatment plan in place. n House: Does your house need power-washed or painted?

Are there obvious repairs needed?

Check the roof, siding, gutters, screens and trim for any problems. n Landscape: Bushes should be trimmed and kept uniform. Bushes or plantings along the alleyway must be kept at a height of 30 inches and planted two feet from the pavements edge. n Driveways, sidewalks and porches: Should be power-washed and repaired if necessary.

EXTERIOR CHANGES

Any exterior change to your home — including but not limited to painting, replacing or adding gutters, roofs, windows, plant materials/sod/ trees, accessories, structural changes, etc. — requires ARC approval. All applications can be found at baldwinparknetwork.com under Home/ Association Information/Residential Owners Association/Residential Architectural Review Committee/ARC Forms. If you have questions, please call ARC Coordinator at (407) 740-5838 or email ARC@baldwinparkpoa.com.

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n Grace Hopper women’s pool bath mirror: The pool bath mirror is being replaced. n High Park large pavilion light painting: The lights were painted. n High Park trashcan painting: Seven trashcans located at High Park Facility Center were painted. n Door handles, hinges, door closures and cylinder replacements: A proposal from Armstrong Lock is being obtained for Grace Hopper and Enders. It was schedule to be brought back to the October meeting. n Pool house bath stalls: A proposal to prime and paint the bath stalls in the pool baths is being obtained. This will be a cheaper option than replacement. These proposals will be brought back to a future meeting. n Elevator repair: Thyssenkrupp, the elevator contractor, ordered the parts, and the repair has been made. n Sidewalk grinds: Sidewalk grinds at Corrine Commons and High Park were executed. n Landscape replacements: Plant installations at the following parks/mews have been completed: Zoysia repairs, root pruning and addition of drainage at south end of High Park; the approved shade-tolerant plants for Corrine Commons were denied by the ARC — management has asked for a proposal to repair the Bermuda in these areas. The following approved landscape replacements are being scheduled: Bermuda repairs at Union Park; Bermuda sod underwater and not available. Once available, it will be repaired.

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TOWNHOME SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE

BY MELISSA PARKER MParker@BalwinParkPOA.com The following information is a glimpse of the business that the Townhome Service Area Committee addressed in the Sept. 16, 2021 meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com. n The TSAC moved to approve the amount of the fire system communicator for $995 (plus tax) per building, as submitted with the notation that priority replacement will be given to communicators connected to AT&T service. n The TSAC moved to accept the 2022 Reserve Study. n The TSAC moved to approve the AIA contract for A/R/C Associates Incorporated. n The TSAC moved to deny the proposal for irrigation upgrades in the Live/Work Service Area.

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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 New sod that was installed in August has been treated with a fungicide. n BrightView has treated Hollies in the City Homes No. 1 service area for scale.

n BrightView has treated Lilies on Twinview Lane and Fern Avenue (Issa 28, Issa 22) for rust. n During the month of August, there was 6.14 inches of rain (normal is 7.69). n The new approved rain sensors have been installed by irrigation techs. Water conservation is an issue at this time, so we are currently trying to minimize water usage as much as possible. n When BrightView lays new sod and installs plant material, irrigation is broken or requires repair.

Irrigation repairs/adjustments are in the proposal(s) when reviewed/ signed. If plant material or sod does not take or dies, these items are replaced on behalf of BrightView. Plant/sod installations crews work first, then irrigation technicians work to make repairs after all material has been installed. n Per DRS Inc., here is the townhome painting schedule for October 2021: Live/work service area. n Per DRS Inc., here is the townhome maintenance schedule for October 2021: Issa 28.

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. 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.

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR TOWNHOUSE OWNERS Have you thought about touching up the exterior paint of your home? There are many different paint colors for the townhome buildings. The association touches up buildings during the preventative maintenance once a year. In addition, if you have a need to re-paint your door, touch up the trim or re-stain the entry steps, the trim paint, door paint and concrete deck stain can all be found at the Winter Park, Sherwin Williams store located at 1770 FL-436, Winter Park, FL 32792, (407) 677-0741.

When a building has been completely repainted, the body of the building is painted with a product called AllGuard by Dow Corning. This is a silicone elastomeric coating system that has a 10-year warranty. As the homeowner, you have some important responsibilities. Failure to do so may void your warranty.

Please note the following requirements: n Any action to pick, poke, tear or penetrate the painted surface will break the protective seal and may void the warranty. n Any pressure cleaning must be performed with pressure less than 1500 psi. n The only cleaning product specified for use is SIMPLE GREEN. Most cleaning should be performed with only water and sponges. n Do not use harsh brushes or scraping tools. They will harm the surface. n Any plant material growing on the building voids the warranty on that area of the building. The homeowner then assumes responsibility for these areas.

Please note the following information: n Creeping fig roots itself into the building’s stucco about every 3 inches, and it pulls any moisture out of the stucco, which eventually destroys the stucco. If the creeping fig is not maintained properly, it will grow into the soffit and attic, potentially causing leaks in the roofs among other issues. n To touch up the body paint, you must be certified in the application by Dow Corning, or you can void the warranty.

n BrightView has treated Topiaries and Ixora in the City Homes No. 2 service area.

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BY BILL PATTERSON VILLAGE CENTER UPDATES n The Village Center painting project is ongoing. The buildings along New Broad Street from Meeting Place down to Jake Street will get a fresh coat of paint over the next few months. Please be mindful of coned off areas in front of the buildings where the painting is taking place.

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 The 2022 budget was scheduled to be adopted by the board of directors in October. The coupons will be going out late November or early December. Because of the slower-than-normal delay in mail delivery, please contact Bill Patterson if you do not receive by mid-December. For

Continued from page 8 n Park signage: Signage (park names) has been replaced under management signing allowance. n Enders fitness center free weights: The approved sets of dumbbells were replaced. n Grace Hopper treadmill: One of the treadmills was down. The parts were under warranty and have been replaced. n Enders pool deck: The approved work to repaint, replace backer rods and re-caulk the expansion joints are being scheduled after Grace Hopper pool reopens. n Enders Facility Center gathering room paint: The approved work is scheduled for Nov. 22 and 23.

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the same reason, please mail payments with plenty of time, keeping in mind the holiday mail slowdown. If your mailing address has changed in the last six months, please contact Patterson with the new address as soon as possible, so we can get it changed in the system. n Did you know that you can schedule bulk trash items to be picked up from OUC — 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 pickups. n If you haven’t already, please sign up for the Baldwin Park Network. The website provides so much great information, including the governing documents, news and events, and information about the businesses around Baldwin Park. You also will receive the weekly eblast which has all the latest events and information of the week. To sign up, visit baldwinparknetwork.com. n Have you downloaded the Baldwin Park Services App? You can find it in the Android Play Store or in the Apple Store.

n Grace Hopper Hall touch-up paint: The approved work is being scheduled to occur during pool resurfacing. n Grace Hopper pool bath house painting: The approved work is being scheduled to occur during pool resurfacing. n Gutter damaged at High Park large pavilion: One of the gutter downspouts at the large pavilion was replaced and painted. n Enders Park lot reseal and re-stripe: The contract with DMI has been executed, and the permit application process has begun. The city of Orlando Permitting Department rejected the initial application/plans. Management completed the private improvement cost worksheet and is in conversations with permitting on the necessity of the Blue Sheet (erosion control plan) for resealing and reistriping of parking lot. City Permitting approved the application. The work was scheduled for Sept. 28 and 29. Because of an issue

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 Architectural Review Committee meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month 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 Patterson at BPatterson@BaldwinParkPOA.com. n The COA service area manager walks the property looking for covenant compliance each month. To avoid violations and fines, please maintain your building and property so it is looking Baldwin Best. If you have any questions, please contact Bill Patterson.

with the COA parking lots related to handicap stalls, management contacted DMI to ensure the grading of those stalls is currently compliant. DMI inspected, and they are not compliant. The work has been placed on hold. A revised proposal to re-mill and re-stripe the lot has been obtained. Management is going to obtain at least one more proposal for the work and bring it back to the October meeting. n 2021 reserve items: Management reviewed the 2020 Reserve Study Full Site Inspection for items due in 2021.

See the updates below on the suggested items: Grace Hopper: Replace vinyl flooring upstairs, downstairs and elevator. Management has requested a proposal from Creative Flooring and this will be brought back in the future.

ITEMS ON HOLD

Proposals for bollard light painting in CH No. 2 and CH No. 4 Mews (proposal is still valid).

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e’ve seen a lot of things over the last 18 months.

Some good, some not so good, and some other stuff that really just left us saying, “Huh?” Fast-forward to today, and it’s fantastic to see our neighborhood thriving again.

Restaurants are packed on a Tuesday night. Stores are buzzing with pre-holiday purchases (don’t forget, those supply chains aren’t back to normal yet, y’all).

As the weather begins to cool, the lake and parks around it are filled with people working out or just enjoying the beauty of Lake Baldwin. It’s great to see things coming back to life!

As I write this, we’re knee deep in the planning of multiple October events, including Kidtoberfest for the little ones and the Baldwin Park Spirit Stroll for us adults. It feels so good to be working with people again to bring amazing events back to the neighborhood.

Not only are events coming back, but so are the holidays!

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Although the October events already will have passed by the time you read this, we also have so much to look forward to in November, including one of my favorite days: Thanksgiving! I mean, who doesn’t love a day where you can eat, drink and nap, then do it all again, without judgement. Speaking of eating, check out our special feature on holiday recipes (see pages 16 to 23).

One of the big things I am looking forward to over the next month is moving into my new home here in Baldwin Park.

We’re lucky to have had a house fall into our laps through a friend of a friend, and although we had to move somewhere else in Baldwin in the interim, we’re very excited to get into the new house before the holidays. To our neighbors who are (hopefully) reading this: We’re excited to meet you in the coming weeks!

Looking ahead from here, the trees of New Broad Street will start to show their holiday cheer

with pretty snowflakes dripping from every branch. We are also inviting every resident to be a part of the Light Up Baldwin Park home decorating contest — something we started last year as a way for each of you to show your creativity. Better start planning your themes and décor.

Be sure to encourage your neighbors to do the same, because who doesn’t love a little friendly competition?

On top of all that, we have a spectacular event coming up at the beginning of December to celebrate the holidays, and it even has a new name: Baldwin Park’s Winter Wonderland Extravaganza! Mark your calendars for Dec. 4 now, because this is going to be one of the best holiday events we’ve ever had with surprises at every turn.

Until next time, stay safe, stay well and remember, We Are Baldwin Park!

We currently are looking for community groups, businesses, schools and sponsors to participate in our Winter Wonderland Extravaganza event on Dec. 4. If you, your business or group are interested, contact Adam Bailey, Adam@TimWebberEvents.com.

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Community calendar NOV. 7

SUNDAY FUNDAY AT TACTICAL BREWING Enjoy beer slushies and “beermosas” starting at noon — with live music from 3 to 6 p.m. — every Sunday at Tactical Brewing, 4882 New Broad St.

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REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE DAVID DWYER TOWN HALL FUNDRAISING EVENT 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, on Facebook Live. Florida residents, specifically residents of District-47, including Baldwin Park, are invited.

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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. Categories change each week. Keep an eye on Tactical’s social media to get the bonus word of the day.

Staff suggests arriving at 6:30 p.m. with your thinking caps on.

First-place team wins a $25 gift card, second place wins a $15 gift card, and third place gets a $10 gift card.

THE ROTARY CLUB OF THE PARKS Meets from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. The Rotary Club of the Parks is a diverse group of working professionals and neighbors that like to have fun while doing good in their community

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and the world. Visitors and guests are welcome. Meeting information is posted in the Baldwin Park Weekly resident email blast or at facebook.com/RotaryClubOfTheParksOrlando. If you are interested in attending or learning more about Rotary club, please visit baldwinparkrotary.com.

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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. Meetings are subject to change. Members should look for updated scheduling information in the weekly Wednesday resident updates.

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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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ROA BOARD MEETING Meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at Grace Hopper Hall. Meetings are subject to change. All members of the ROA can attend the meetings. The agenda for the upcoming meeting will be posted on the Baldwin Park Network the Friday prior to the upcoming meeting. You also can access previous meeting minutes. The minutes are always one month behind as they cannot be posted until they are approved.

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SECOND ANNUAL CHILDREN’S ADOPTION CARNIVAL CELEBRATION 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Blue Jacket Park.

Deirdre Klein Ochipinti will host the second annual National Children’s Adoption Celebration.

It is a fantastic opportunity to bring local families and prominent businesses together for an afternoon of fun, games, food and celebration to acknowledge all the superhero adoptive families in Central Florida. Your participation in the event will benefit the celebration of adoptive families. Keynote speaker will be local Central Florida adoptive father Pat Williams, NBA legend, co-founder of the Orlando Magic Basketball Team and former manager of the Philadelphia 76ers. For more, visit childrensadoptioncelebration. com.

WINTER WONDERLAND EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday, Dec. 4, in the Village Center. Want to participate in the parade, the area’s longest standing tradition? The parade and tree-lighting event has been a favorite tradition for more than 10,000 local Central Florida residents for many years, and they are back in Baldwin Park and better than ever! The Baldwin Park Village Center will fill with families of all ages to watch an amazing parade of residents, businesses, schools, sponsors and community partners. Santa photos will be available for free before the parade, as well as performances from local community partners, kid’s activities, food trucks and street entertainers. The event concludes with a special lighting of our brand-new holiday tree at the fountain on New Broad Street

by Lake Baldwin. Any community groups, businesses, schools and sponsors who wish to participate should contact event director Adam Bailey at Adam@ TimWebberEvents.com.

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WILL CAMPBELL Baldwin Park Joint Committee president and regular columnist Will Campbell shares this mouth-watering recipe that can be perfect for any holiday occasion.

first “cold” front of the season in mid-October, it seemed to usher in the 2021 holiday season.

Many families have plenty of Thanksgiving traditions — including some recipes that result in dishes that embody the spirit of the holiday.

This year, we asked Baldwin Park residents to share their favorite Turkey Day dishes and welcome you to add a few of these to your menu this year.

— ANNABELLE SIKES

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MAPLE BACON CRACK INGREDIENTS n 8 slices bacon n 1 tube crescent rolls n 1/4 cup pure maple syrup n 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed n 1/3 cup chopped pecan pieces

METHOD n Cook bacon until soft, not crunchy, drain, chop then set aside. n Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.

Roll out crescent roll dough onto parchment paper and

pinch the seams to make a single sheet. Prick crescent roll dough all over with a fork.

Spread half the maple syrup on top of the dough using a pastry brush. Evenly spread 3/4 cup brown sugar on top.

Top with chopped bacon and chopped pecan pieces. Drizzle with maple syrup again. n Bake in the oven 22 to 25 minutes. When done, allow to cool then cut into pieces and serve. Drool worthy!

THE TURKEY CORY PAINTER Baldwin Park resident Cory Painter says growing up, he knew one thing about making a turkey — no one in his family was an expert.

“It seemed like each year someone else was volunteered as tribute to have their turkey unfairly critiqued,” Painter says. “When I started college, a group of friends and I were unable to travel home for Thanksgiving because of our work schedules.

As fate would decide, I was volunteered to cook the turkey.”

Painter says naturally, he panicked. However, he decided to keep it simple and bought an oven bag to put the turkey in while it cooked.

Here’s as simple as it gets, folks.

NO MESS, EASY, OVEN BAG BAKED TURKEY n INGREDIENTS n Whole turkey n Butter n Salt and pepper n Onion n Carrot n Celery n Stove Top stuffing n Oven bag n Flour METHOD n Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Do not exceed 400 degrees. n Add one tablespoon of flour to the oven bag and shake (this will keep the bag from bursting). Put the bag in a pan, at least two inches deep. n Spread butter all over the outside of the turkey and season with salt and pepper.

Stuff the turkey with onion

quarters, carrot sticks, celery, and my wife insists on Stove Top stuffing (even though I make homemade stuffing, but happy wife, happy life!). n Place the bird in the bag and close it with a tie. n Cut six half-inch slits on the top of the bag to let the steam escape. Tuck ends of bag into the pan. n Cook according to specified recipe. The bag will do all the work and lock in the flavor while basting the ingredients.

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THE SIDES GABRIEL GONZALEZ, aka Chef Smokey, Provisions and Buzz Co. Longtime Baldwin Park resident Gabriel Gonzalez loves the areas family centered community and the friendly neighbors.

“For me, the recipe for figs is special for the reason that my mother made them on Christmas Day; it remains to be said that I am a native Mexican,” Gonzalez says. “What I like the most about Thanksgiving is living with the people you appreciate the most, although sometimes you can’t be with your parents, but everyone is in your heart.”

SMOKEY STUFFED FIGS INGREDIENTS n 12 figs n 100 grams goat cheese n 100 grams almond n 1 ounce liquid smoke n 2 sweet potatoes n 6 ounces walnuts

ALYSHA LEVIN Alysha Levin has lived in Baldwin Park for a year and loves its sense of community.

Levin’s favorite part about Thanksgiving is coming together with family.

“It’s one time where we have a really nice dinner together at the table with no distractions,” Levin says. “It’s always hectic, but I wouldn’t change it.”

She says her aunt would make an amazing sweet potato casserole every year that has won over everyone including those who aren’t sweet potato fans — including her dad. With this recipe, he even goes for seconds.

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METHOD n Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. n Clean the figs and remove the stalk. Cut at the top, at the point where the fig begins to enlarge, and empty the fig very delicately. Reserve its pulp in a container. n Mash the goat cheese with a fork, until it is soft.

n Roast the almonds with liquid smoke. n Put the sweet potatoes on boiling for 15 minutes. Peel and cut potatoes into slices n Mix the reserved fig pulp with the cheese and fill the fig, very delicately, with this mixture. n Put on the sweet potato slice.

Add crushed walnuts on top.

ULTIMATE SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE INGREDIENTS n Fresh sweet potatoes n Brown sugar n Pecans n Egg n Unsalted butter and milk n Vanilla extract n Cinnamon and nutmeg n Salt n All-purpose flour METHOD n Cook the potatoes. I prefer to peel and cube the sweet potatoes prior to boiling. This cuts down on the cooking time.

Once cooked, mash them using a potato masher or hand mixer.

Set aside. n Toast the pecans. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

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toast in the oven for a few minutes. Check on them often to not burn them. Toasting the pecans is optional, but it will add more flavor to the dish. n Prepare other ingredients.

While the potatoes are cooking, gather the ingredients for the casserole. In a large bowl, add flour brown sugar, and cinna-

mon. Then, add butter to it, and mix the ingredients together. Set aside. n Make the sweet potato mixture. In a separate bowl, add the mashed potatoes, roasted pecans, brown sugar, two large eggs, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour some milk on top and mix till the texture is consistent. n Assembly. Combine all the ingredients and layer them into the prepared casserole dish. n Bake. Lastly, bake for 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from oven and cover with foil to keep it warm. Spray the foil first with baking spray to avoid marshmallows sticking to it.

MYRIAM GARCIA Since Myriam Garcia first moved to the United States from Colombia in 2000, she has prepared Thanksgiving dinners that incorporate dishes from her beloved country. That way, she can share a little bit of Colombia with her loved ones. She says she loves this side dish, because it’s easy and the kids ask for it every year.

“Our two kids have made many, many lifelong friends,” Garcia says. “No wonder so many people never want to leave Baldwin Park. It’s the friendships and community that keep people here.”

SAFFRON MASHED YUCA INGREDIENTS n 1 pound frounceen yuca or cassava n 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads n 1 cup milk n 1 cup heavy cream n 1 clove garlic crushed n 1 tablespoon butter n 1/4 cup grated parmesan n Salt and pepper METHOD n Place the yuca in a medium pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce the heat and simmer, covered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fork tender. n Heat the milk, cream, garlic and saffron in a medium sauce pan over medium heat until simmering. Remove from heat and set aside. n Drain the yuca and remove any fiber from the center. Mash and add the milk saffron mixture, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and serve.

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MIRANDA CADY Miranda Cady has lived in Baldwin Park for a year and says she absolutely loves it. As a luxury real-estate agent, Cady sees many neighborhoods and houses, but she says nothing compares to the community in Baldwin.

Cady’s favorite part of Thanksgiving is making memories and being together with family.

“There’s nothing more important in life than a solid foundation and great people to share your time with and there’s something about Thanksgiving tradition that just brings people together in the best way,” Cady says. “Having great food, sharing it with even better people and having gratitude.”

INGREDIENTS n 1 1/2 cups milk n 1 stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for brushing n 1/2 cup sugar n 1 package active dry yeast n 1/2 cup warm water n 3 large eggs, lightly beaten n 1 1/2 teaspoons salt n 6 cups all-purpose flour METHOD n Place milk in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer.

Remove from the heat, stir in the butter and sugar and let cool. n Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until foamy.

Combine milk mixture, eggs, yeast, salt, and 1/2 of the flour

in a mixer with the dough attachment and mix until smooth. n Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the bowl and knead by hand on a floured surface for about 5 minutes. n Place in greased bowl, cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 60 to 70 minutes. On a floured surface, punch down the dough and shape into desired shapes. n Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cover again and let rise until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes.

Preheat the oven 350 degrees Fahrenheit. n Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter before serving.

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ORANGE SPICE AND WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE INGREDIENTS CRUST n 1 1⁄2 cups graham cracker crumbs n 1⁄4 cup sugar n 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon n 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg n 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted FILLING n 4 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature n 1 1⁄4 cups sugar n 5 eggs n 1⁄2 cup sour cream n 2 tablespoons cornstarch n 2 teaspoons vanilla extract n 1 cup white chocolate chips n 2 teaspoons grated orange zest n 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon n 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg n 1 14-ounce can whole-berry cranberry sauce n 1⁄2 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped GARNISH n 1 orange n Whipped cream n Sugared cranberries CAMILLA CARDENAS Camilla Cardenas is a 9-year-old baker and owner of Camilla’s Bakery (Facebook and website) in Baldwin Park. She started the business because baking is her passion and she wanted to be able to share it with everyone.

“I like this recipe, because it shows how much I love to bake, and it is my brother’s favorite dessert for Thanksgiving,” Cardenas says. “At Thanksgiving, I love cooking and baking with my family, then seating at the table together and taking turns to say what we are grateful for.”

METHOD n Make crust. Position racks in center and lower third of oven.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and butter. Press onto bottom a 1 1⁄2-inch up side of 9-inch-by-3-inch nonstick springform pan (if not using nonstick pan, coat with cooking spray first). Bake 15 minutes or until set; cool. n Prepare butter. On low speed, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time; beat in sour cream and cornstarch. Transfer half of batter, about 3 cups, to separate bowl and stir in vanilla.

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n Make white chocolate batter.

In microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips according to package directions until melted; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Stir half of vanilla batter into white chocolate. (If chocolate lumps up, microwave on low in 5-second intervals, stirring, until smooth; do not overheat.) Stir in remaining vanilla batter. Cover; refrigerate. n Make orange spice batter. Stir zest, cinnamon and nutmeg into remaining plain batter. Pour into crust. n Bake cheesecake. Place roasting pan on lower oven rack; fill halfway with water.

Place cheesecake pan on rack above water-filled pan. Bake 50 minutes or until center jiggles slightly when pan is shaken. n Make cranberry filling. Meanwhile, combine cranberry sauce and dried cranberries. Remove cheesecake from oven. Evenly spread cranberry mixture over cheesecake; top with reserved white chocolate batter (batter will come up to top of pan). Bake 1 hour or until center is set. Turn off oven; let cake stand in oven with door closed 1 hour. Run knife around edge to loosen.

Cool on rack. Cover; refrigerate overnight. n Decorate cheesecake. For orange peel leaves, using knife, cut peel in wide sections with some pith attached. Using maple leaf cutter, cut out leaves; with knife, score veins in leaves. Garnish cheesecake with whipped cream, leaves and sugared cranberries.

THE DESSERTS BREE HOLBROOK Bree Holbrook says she loves being part of a community of people who care and want to help Orlando be a better place. Now living in Baldwin Park for eight years, Holbrook is sharing her family’s recipe for a Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake.

“I love Thanksgiving, because it’s a wonderful reminder of all we have and can be grateful for,” Holbrook says.

PUMPKIN GOOEY BUTTER CAKE INGREDIENTS n 1 (18 1/4-ounce) package yellow cake mix n 1 egg n 2 sticks melted and divided butter n 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin n 1 (8-ounce) package softened cream cheese n 3 eggs n 1 teaspoon vanilla n 1 (16-ounce) box powdered sugar n 1 teaspoon cinnamon n 1 teaspoon nutmeg

METHOD n Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. n To make the cake, combine cake mix, 1 stick melted butter and one egg, and mix well. Pat the mixture into a lightly greased 13-inch-by-9-inch baking pan. n Prepare filling. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and pumpkin until smooth. Add the three eggs, vanilla and 1 stick melted butter; beat together. n Next, add the powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and mix well. n Spread pumpkin mixture over cake batter and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Make sure not to over-bake; the center should be a little gooey. n Serve with fresh whipped cream.

THE BEVERAGE JANET KATZ, beverage director, The Osprey Janey Katz, beverage director at The Osprey, has worked in Baldwin Park for more than five years.

“Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays,” Katz says. “It was super exciting to have the opportunity to create a cool cocktail that anyone can make at home.”

She says her favorite part of Thanksgiving is the food and how every home, especially growing up, made things differently than her family.

CRANBERRY SYRUP INGREDIENTS n 25 ounces fresh cranberries n 6 ounces simple syrup n 4 ounces honey n 4 ounces hot water n 2 cinnamon sticks METHOD n Add to a medium size pot on low heat and cook down slowly for 30 minutes. Stirring frequently, strain.

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“PASS THE CRANBERRY SAUCE” COCKTAIL INGREDIENTS n 1/2 bottle (500 mL) Flor de Cana four-year rum n 250 mL Goslings black rum n 250 mL Cranberry syrup (see recipe) n 250 mL Fresh lemon juice n 125 mL Rich Demerara syrup (see recipe)

METHOD n Add all ingredients into punch bowl. n For serving, add two dashes of orange bitters to each glass. n Ladle punch mix. Garnish with orange wheels, rosemary and star anise.

INGREDIENTS n 8 ounces Demerara or turbinado sugar n 4 ounces water METHOD n Add ingredients to small pot on medium-low heat and slowly cook down until the sugar dissolves.

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Frisbee family

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The Frisbee football group meets Sunday mornings at Blue Jacket Park for a few hours of fun, family and Frisbee.

The Frisbee football group that meets Sundays in Baldwin Park has been taking the field for about two decades.

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or a certain group that meets in Baldwin Park, Frisbee is more than just a sport.

It’s a way to bring people of all ages and skillsets together.

Tammy Bishop discovered the group while looking up local pickup Frisbee games after moving in 2008 to Florida. In 2009, she showed up for a game and has been part of the group ever since.

“I consider it my therapy

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— mentally and physically,” she says.

The group started at AdventHealth on Mills Avenue, which used to be Florida Hospital, about 15 to 20 years ago. What began as a small crew of hospital employees has since turned into much more.

After playing a few small games, the members posted on Meetup and began to grow.

Now, as many as 40 people come out to play in the pick-up games.

Over the years, Geo Gregory, Continued on page 26

ABOUT FRISBEE FOOTBALL Frisbee football is also a great form of exercise, Bishop says. It stimulates the brain and body, and is a no-contact sport. People can play as little or as much as they want.

The players follow the rules of USA Ultimate, which can be found on the organization’s website, and play seven-on-seven games.

Players only can progress by throwing or catching. If the Frisbee is dropped on the ground, it is considered a turnover. When the person receiving the Frisbee catches it they can pivot in place to throw the Frisbee, but they cannot move from where their feet are planted. They have 10 seconds to throw the Frisbee.

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Tammy Bishop, left, enjoys participating in the weekly Frisbee football games.

Continued from page 24 one of the longtime active players of the pick-up games, has watched friendships, relationships and families grow and flourish.

“I have watched some of these kids grow up over the years while being part of this group,” Gregory says. “We have one couple that met here, got married, had kids and now

still comes out to play with their kids.”

The players explained they are not part of a club or affiliated with an organization, so anyone can show up — as long as they are prepared to have fun.

“Everyone has different cliques, and this is just one of my families,” Gregory says. “I have been playing Frisbee since I was a kid.”

Over time, the players have traveled to different fields across Orlando. Baldwin Park has now been the permanent location for quite some time. The group meets at 10 a.m. every Sunday at Blue Jacket Park.

Gregory explained over time with people being so active on the field, Baldwin Park asks residents to let the field rest. The players do their part to chip in by bringing grass seed and dirt as needed.

“Frisbee football is really a combination of all the sports in one,” Gregory says. “That’s one of the things that makes it so great.”

Bishop says the group’s cohesiveness makes it unique to other pickup groups.

IF YOU GO

FRISBEE FOOTBALL WHEN: 10 a.m. Sundays WHERE: Blue Jacket Park, 2501 General Rees Ave., Orlando INFORMATION: Gregory, Geo@geoffreystudio.com.

Players of all ages and skill sets are encouraged to come out and participate. One player from the original crew is 70 years old, and his grandson who plays is 10 years old.

Gregory says in the future he wants to get a group of beginners together on Sunday before the pick-up games and teach them how to throw.

Those interested in learning how to throw or who want more information on the pick-up games can contact Gregory at Geo@geoffreystudio.com.

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AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Groups & gatherings Many of the Baldwin Park groups have postponed meetings because of the COVID-19 precautions. However, some groups are meeting on Zoom, or connecting via email or Facebook. Please take a look at what interests you, and reach out to a group leader to connect make an introduction. new to the area are encouraged to jump in and enjoy incredible food and conversation. Contact Shannon at sfaith14@gmail. com.

GARDENERS GROWING TOGETHER This group will start hosting socially distanced meetings for exchanging ideas. Email alysonescribano@gmail.com for details.

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

Contact Pat at plremingt@ gmail.com.

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.

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

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 Byron P. Lee at byron@ biobitworks.com or call (470) 898-9315.

NIFTY FIFTIES PLUS Socials for active couples and singles, age 50 and up, meet several times a month for a variety of social activities including ladies coffee, happy hour, luncheons, parties and more.

Reach out to niftyfiftiesplus@ gmail.com.

PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB This club meets on the second Monday of each month to discuss a variety of books.

FITNESS AND FUN n BLUE MOON YOGA — Classes for Baldwin Park residents are held Friday and Saturday mornings. Funday Friday Morning Indoor Yoga is at 9 a.m. Fridays inside Enders Gathering Room, 947 Fern Ave. Saturday offers two outdoor classes: Go with the Flow at 9 a.m. and Outdoor Power Yoga at 10 a.m. at Corrine Commons, in front of Grace Hopper Hall. For more, contact Becca at (407) 276-3478 or becca@bluemoon. yoga or visit bluemoon.yoga. n CHAMPIONSHIP MARTIAL ARTS — In-person classes are back in action with various safety precautions. Visit championshipmartialarts.com/baldwin-park to learn more. n F45 TRAINING — Enjoy a functional, full-body workout while improving energy levels, metabolic rate, strength and endurance. Visit f45training. com/baldwinparkfl. n 9ROUND FITNESS — Enjoy a 30-minute total body workout in a kickboxing-themed fitness program. For information, visit facebook.com/9round1816JakeStreetOrlandoFL. n NOVEMBER PROJECT — This group is offering free weekly workouts. Visit november-project.com for more information.

n PICK-UP BASKETBALL — Basketball enthusiasts will meet at Blue Jacket Park courts for five-on-five play as soon as the city basketball courts reopen! Contact Rick at rickschreiber2@gmail.com. n RAY OF LIGHT YOGA — Yoga instructor Lisa Schreiber hosts various yoga classes.

You can also enjoy monthly outdoor Mommy and Me Yoga, best for little yogis ages 2 to 5 and their adult. Practice relaxation techniques and yoga poses, and get mindful with crafts and other activities for family fun. Reach Schreiber at lisafineman@ yahoo.com. n ROCK HARD FITNESS — Various fitness classes are available, along with personal training and boot camps. Visit rockhardfitnessorlando.com for more information. n ZOOM BALLET AND PILATES — Baldwin Park resident and PMA-certified instructor Adriana Duarte Pontual offers Zoom pilates classes from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Saturdays, along with ballet barre from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Classes are $10. Those interested in taking these classes can fill out a form at adrianaduartepontual.com.br/virtual-classes.

REAL DEAL NONFICTION BOOK CLUB This group reads and discusses biographies, memoirs, business books and contemporary nonfiction. Contact Kathy at 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.

TACTICAL BREWING RUNNING CLUB If you love beer and running, this group is for you. Meet at 6 p.m.

Thursdays at Tactical Brewing Company’s tasting room. Then, head out on a run around Lake Baldwin with fellow runners. For more, visit bit.ly/2H6OX7q.

WRITERS’ BLOCK WRITING GROUP This group discusses many topics to help writers. Come with a desire to meet other writers and learn to hone your writing skills.

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yron Lee was searching the Baldwin Park Homeowner’s Association page for groups to join in the area when he noticed something was missing.

The page had groups for nearly everything — from sports clubs to art, yoga, moms with strollers, Chinese board games and more. Lee felt like none of the groups was for him.

Lee says he had seen Pride flags around the neighborhood, but when he searched for a local group, he came up with nothing.

That’s when he got the idea.

“I wanted to create something where I could meet up with others that liked and experienced some of the same things that I did,” Lee says.

Lee started the LGBTQ+ Facebook group in May, with the help of Baldwin Park couple, Rachel and Cortney Blank.

Rachel and Cortney say they had first heard of the group in an emailed newsletter the HOA sent out. When they saw an LGTBQ+ group was being created, they knew they had to get involved.

“When I saw ‘LGTBQ+,’ my ears perked up,” Rachel says. “We’ve made a lot of great friends here, but we never met anyone queer in the neighborhood. We were excited for the potential opportunity to meet Continued on page 30

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Continued from page 28 like-minded individuals in our home area.”

The couple reached out to Lee, met up and connected immediately.

Lee, who wasn’t on Facebook at the time, says Rachel and Cortney had the idea to bring the group to social media to get more people involved. Soon, others began to hear of the group and joined. The new members introduced themselves in short posts about their lives with activities and restaurants they enjoyed.

Rachel says the members currently meet at local coffee shops or to grab dinner. However, the goal is to grow the group beyond that.

“It would be great to meet more people in the group and have barbecues or pool parties or even to go to Pride events together,” she says.

Lee says COVID-19 has been a big factor in preventing the progress of the group. The process of booking larger areas such as local pavilions or obtaining reservations for groups of people has become more

difficult because of social distancing and other safety guidelines.

Rachel says she hopes the group gives like-minded people a way to connect, interact and support one another.

“I don’t necessarily identify as someone who’s like, ‘I’m a lesbian,’ or, ‘Oh, I like rainbows,’” Rachel says. “I’m just a person who happens to be married to a woman, and we have a family that I love very much.”

Rachel says she believes there is always a need for people everywhere to find others like them so they can feel connected in their community through friendships or support systems. She feels she, Cortney and their family have found that in Orlando and Baldwin Park.

“There have been incidents where someone has made a comment or been rude, but I have never felt threatened or scared when living here,” Rachel says. “This community stood out to us for a number of reasons when we were deciding where to live but I love how diverse and accepting it is here.”

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Lee and Rachel say although the community is generally accepting, they still are cautious in certain situations.

“We did have some concerns even just introducing ourselves as the new neighbors where there was some confusion when people thought we were sisters or roommates, and then you have to explain to them, ‘No, this is my wife and my daughter, and we are a family unit,’” Rachel says.

Group members say safety is another important reason to have the LGBTQ+ group in the community.

If there are ever issues, the group could provide a support system of people to talk to, obtain resources and learn how to gain support from allies.

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BALDWIN PARK ELEMENTARY PTA 2021 SHINDIG

The event featured delicious appetizers, including red and yellow tomato bruschetta, Tuscan white bean spread, and artichoke and pesto hummus.

The highly anticipated Baldwin Park Elementary PTA “Shindig … Fresh Squeezed” brought together parents, staff, teachers and community members to raise money for the school and its students.

Held Friday, Oct. 15, at the intersection of Kenan Lane and Meeting Place in Baldwin Park, the event featured an auction, games, a deejay and dance floor, food, drinks, and plenty of fun.

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Teachers from the school came out to support their students at the PTA event.

Stephanie Harley, Baldwin Park Elementary PTA vice president of communications, left, and Baldwin Park Elementary PTA President Jessica Barrows couldn’t contain their smiles as they watched the event unfold.

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Baldwin Park Elementary PTA President Jessica Barrows says although hosting the event outside was a lot more work, it was all worth it.

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