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VALENCIA LAKES 

V o i c e 

Editor: Joy Rosen 

MARCH/APRIL 2009 

COMMUNITY M NEWSLETTER 

E T E 4927 Sapphire Sound Drive, Wimauma, FL 33598 | Phone: 800-875-2176 

CLUBHOUSE GRAND OPENING EVENT! 

By Marisa Lufkin 

GL Homes Project Manager 

We are pleased to announce that on 

Saturday, March 21st, Frankie Avalon, 

former teen idol, will perform in the 

Grand Ballroom. 

One of the more talented members 

of the 

“Philadelphia School” of rockn-rollers, 

Frankie Avalon was the 

reigning teen singing idol from 1958 

through 1960. Devotees of American 

Bandstand will relive affectionate 

memories of such Avalon top-ten hits as 

“Gingerbread” and “Venus.” 

GL Homes will host an evening of 

entertainment along with hors d’oeuvres, 

beer and wine. Cocktail attire is requested. 

Tickets for residents will be distributed via 

a lottery system. More details regarding 

the lottery will follow via e-mail. We are 

encouraging all residents to carpool to 

the event. 

FRANKIE AVALON 

HEROES REIGN AT VALENCIA LAKES 

By Jay Solow 

While playing golf on Friday, December 12th, 2008, at Buck Horn 

Springs Golf Club in Valrico, some of our residents proved what 

wonderful people live here at Valencia Lakes. On the seventh hole, 

after teeing off, Jim Smith and I turned around and realized that 

Dick Haczinsky and Bob DiPentima were nowhere to be found. 

Jim noticed their golf cart was in the tree line. Not knowing what 

had happened, Jim and I raced down the fairway to the empty golf 

cart where we saw smoke emanating from one of the homes. Jim 

immediately called 911. Bob and Dick noticed the smoke as they left 

the tee. Without hesitation or concern for their own safety, they ran 

into the home and discovered a very shaken and scared woman. The 

kitchen was the source, as Bob ran out of the house with a frying pan 

that was ablaze and still dripping flaming grease. Dick began to rip the 

fiery curtains from the wall and extinguish the remainder 

of the fire. The house was filled with smoke, but they 

managed to put the fire out, saving the woman’s 

home and quite possibly her life. I am very proud 

of my Valencia buddies. They can’t play golf very 

well, but they sure are great people.

NOTES FROM THE EDITOR 

Due to economic times, along with the expanding program guide, I have been asked to condense the length of the newsletter. Therefore, 

you will notice a shortened version of some of the articles and only important items will be included in the newsletter. We will continue 

to communicate other information and articles by placing them on the community website for all residents to access. I still need people 

to contribute to the newsletter. If you have any suggestions, contributions, or information, please e-mail me at joykrosen@yahoo.com. 

Many thanks to those who contributed to this issue: Caroline Averill, Pat Bush, Lenny Hipsher, Pat Kelly, Susan Linky, Sandie Papa, 

Jay Solow, Judy Zirofsky and, of course, Marshall, Corry, Marisa and Bernardette. 

Visit the community website at www.valencialakes.net. Happy Spring! 

Joy 

EDITOR’S COMMENTARY 

by Joy Rosen 

“CAMP WIMAUMA” 

Some time ago I was reflecting on our new experience 

living here at Valencia Lakes and, in doing so, I came 

to a startling conclusion. It occurred to me that living 

the Valencia Lakes lifestyle is really the equivalent of 

going to a sleep-away camp. For those of you who are 

unfamiliar with the term “sleep-away camp”, that was 

a place usually in the countryside where teenagers 

would be sent by their parents to spend a few weeks 

to live each summer, engaging in all kinds of activities 

with other kids under the watchful supervision of camp 

counselors. Valencia Lakes to me is very much the same 

thing, except that the camp experience exists here for us 

all on a year-round basis. Like a camp, we have swimming pools, 

athletic fields, exercise equipment, golf courses, ceramics and art 

classes, games of all kinds, and group trips to interesting places 

around the area. Just look at our monthly calendars, chock full of 

all kinds of varied activities. We even have Marshall and Corry to 

serve as our camp counselors. 

As in summer camp, the experience for each individual very much 

depends on what each individual puts into it. For those who prefer 

to live a more contemplative life, they can do their own thing. For 

others who enjoy group activities, there are many activities to join in 

with fellow campers to have shared experiences. “Camp Wimauma” 

is a place for all of us to enjoy and to treasure. 

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED 

Food Drive 

Underway 

The community will be collecting food for the Food Pantry. 

There will be a box at the front door of the clubhouse and 

residents are invited to contribute as much as they can. This 

will be an ongoing project of the Woman’s Club of Valencia 

Lakes. All food items should be either canned goods or 

boxed. No glass, please! 

Our Property Manager 

It has become necessary to review some rules and regulations regarding our properties: 

• Pets should not be left unattended outside the home. No pet should be kept tied up outside or in any covered or screened porch or 

lanai unless there is someone present inside the home. 

• All dogs should be walked on a leash and be under full control of their owners at all times. It is the law in Hillsborough County. 

• Please refer to your homeowner’s documents for a complete list of rules and regulations regarding animals and pets. 

• If a homeowner decides to rent his house, he/she must notify the POA and provide the Association with a copy of the executed 

lease. The contents of the lease must comply with the rules and regulations regarding leasing. 

• The Pool Codes state children of diaper age and those not toilet trained shall not be permitted in the pools. 

• Parking is permitted only on driveways and inside garages. No parking on the streets, swales or vacant lots is permitted. 

• No overnight parking of boats or commercial vehicles is allowed unless inside the garage with the garage door closed. 

• As of January 1, 2009, homeowners will need to purchase and install mulch at their own expense. GL Homes has been installing 

mulch as a courtesy and, due to increased costs and additional expenses, they can no longer extend this courtesy. 

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VALENCIA 

LAKES 

RINGS IN 

IN 

STYLE! 

VALENCIA LAKES 3

Have You Met... 

by Pat Kelly 

MIKE & KAY LAUGHLIN 

Mike and Kay moved to Valencia Lakes from Miami. Mike had 

seen the new development while visiting his mother in Sun City 

Center, and liked it so much he told Kay she had to come and 

see it. And that was it! They closed on their home here in April, 

2007, and have been happy they did ever since. They have two 

children, a daughter who lives in Orlando with Mike and Kay’s 

only granddaughter, Ava; and their son, who is a 2nd lieutenant 

in the USMC. Before retiring, Kay was a special education 

teacher. Mike was a police lieutenant for Miami-Dade. Mike 

and Kay both love to travel. Since moving to Valencia Lakes, 

they’ve been very busy with the activities here. They’ll try almost 

anything to see if they like it. Mike is co-chair of the Welcome 

Committee. He’s in the photography club, on the softball team, 

and plays poker. Kay is on the activities committee, plays Mah 

Jongg, and is taking art classes. Both are learning to play golf, 

ballroom dance an enjoy kayaking. 

LIFE EVENTS 

CONGRATULATIONS: BIRTHDAYS 

• Sandy Diamond, March 17th 

• Karen Cantu, April 14th 

• Fred Finkel, April 17th 

• Debby Cohen, April 24th 

CONGRATULATIONS: ANNIVERSARIES 

• Sylvia and Fred Finkel, March 1st 

CONGRATULATIONS: WEDDINGS 

• Patty and Henry Juda 

On January 17, 2009, Patty Meyers and Henry Juda were joined 

in matrimony at St. Anne’s Church. 

CONDOLENCES TO: 

• Jeff Weissman on the loss of his father. 

• Flo and Tim Vachon on the loss of their dog, Carly. 

INSIDE SCOOP ON CLUBS 

VALENCIA LAKE WOMEN’S CLUB 

By Sandie Papa 

The first meeting of the Valencia Lakes Women’s Club had a large 

turnout and was a huge success. The Mission Statement was read, 

officers were elected and committees were formed. The objective is 

for the ladies in our community to engage in charitable campaigns, 

volunteering and social functions such as luncheons and trips. Elected 

officers are Sandie Papa, chairperson; Pat Bush, Vice-Chairperson; 

Patty Hipsher, Treasurer; and Kay Laughlin, Secretary. 

We are hoping more women turn out for our monthly Saturday 

meetings. Our goal is for every Valencia Lakes woman resident to 

become a member. Thanks to all participants. With everyone’s help, 

we will be a huge success in our community. 

FRIDAY NIGHT BISTRO 

PROVES POPULAR 

The Clubhouse was 

rocking and rolling to 

the performance of 

the group Mercy. 

Around 100 people e 

danced and heard 

all their favorites 

from Motown to 

Disco to good old 

fashioned Rock-n- 

Roll. Group dances 

like The Electric 

Slide and The Chicken 

Dance got everyone up 

and hopping. There was one surprise; our very own Andy brought 

down the house with his rendition of the classic My Way. 

VALENCIA LAKES SINGLES CLUB 

By Carolyn Averill 

The Valencia Lakes Singles Club meets on the second Tuesday 

of each month, at 7:30 pm, to socialize, network and plan fun 

activities. We would like to have at least one activity per month, 

in addition to our monthly social/meeting. 

If you are single and have not yet come to play with us, please 

consider it. In December, we celebrated with a Holiday Brunch 

and a small group party at a member’s home. 

WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS 

Isabelle Berrebbi, 15617 Crystal Waters Drive 

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VALENCIA LAKES PROGRAM GUIDE 

NOTES FROM THE LIFESTYLE OFFICE 

Things have been hopping at the Clubhouse. In January and 

February we saw the start of many great programs, from the 

Valencia Mixer to the Mardi Gras Ball and much more. February 

kicked off our first show series with “Legends of Doo Wop”. Just in 

time for Valentine’s Day we rolled out our first round of Spa Services 

with our Massage packages. If you haven’t already had one or want 

more, give us a call and we’ll be happy to sign you up. 

So as we move into spring, prepare for more as our show series 

continues and don’t forget our Grand Opening Event starring 

former teen idol Frankie Avalon. 

We are constantly rolling out new programs and improving 

those already in place. Please make sure you read about all the 

activities as there may have been changes from the previous 

month. Attendance has been phenomenal and we encourage 

everyone to register for all social activities and events, including 

those that are free. It is however not necessary to register for 

things listed in the club section of the program guide. 

As always, we are committed to work with the community on 

an ongoing effort to create, co-ordinate and implement the best 

programs and activities for you. All of your feedback is invaluable 

to us and your ideas for programs are always welcome. Together 

we all create the energy and inspiration that is Valencia Lakes. 

Best regards, 

The Lifestyle Office 

Lifestyle Office: (813) 634 -6800 

E-mail: MBross@valencialakes.net 

E-mail: CNeal@valencialakes.net 

Website: www.valencialakes.net 

CANCELLATION POLICY 

• For paid Life Enrichment classes you will need to cancel one week 

prior to receive a refund. 

• For all paid events, you must cancel one week prior to receive a refund. 

• Theatre Trips will not be refunded. 

• All bus trips will require a minimum of 24 people. If we have not met 

the minimum five days prior to the trip, the trip will be canceled. 

NEW THIS SESSION! 

VALENCIA LAKES VOLUNTEER 

CAREGIVER PROGRAM 

Whether you want to help others or are in 

need of help yourself, this great program 

will pair volunteer caregivers with those 

residents in Valencia Lakes that are caring 

for a loved one and just need a little break. 

We will discuss the need for volunteers, how 

we can help and what services are needed. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 1st, 6-8pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Multi-Purpose Room 

LEARN TO NEEDLEPOINT 

We have all enjoyed the Machine Quilting Class led by our very own 

Debby Cohen and we will all be sad to see her head north this April. 

But don’t worry about what to do to fill the time. We will continue 

to meet, as we learn to do Needlepoint. This class will be hosted by 

Joy Rosen. So come and join us as Joy teaches us the beautiful craft 

she learned as a child. 

Date/Time: Thursdays, 1pm beginning April 16th 

Cost: Free 

Location: Art Studio 

TRAVEL CLUB 

If you are a novice or an experienced ed 

traveler, and if you like land trips or 

cruises, we hope you will come and 

join the travel club with us. We will 

be working with local travel agents to 

plan the perfect trips. 

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 3rd at 6pm 

Cost: Free 


BRIDGE 

Whether you are an experienced player or always wanted to learn, 

come and join us as we start our very own Bridge group. We will 

start with our Intro to Bridge on Friday, March 13th, where we will 

set up the club and see who knows what. After that, those who know 

how to play will begin playing on Fridays, and those who want to 

learn will get a six-week course in how to play. 

Date/Time: Fridays 11am 

Cost: Free 


VALENCIA BREAKFAST CLUB 

Join us twice a month for a breakfast 

buffet with lots of yummy stuff. 

Date/Time: Sundays, March 8th 

& 22nd and April 5th & 19th 

10am - 12pm 

Cost: $10 per person 

Location: Bistro 

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES 

ITIES 

SINGLES SOCIAL 

Come out and meet new friends and enjoy time spent with old ones. 

All Valencia Singles are invited to come and mingle as we get to 

know one another better. 

Date/Time: Tuesday March 3rd & April 7th at 7pm 

Cost: FREE 

Location: Club House Social Hall 

LADIES DAY OUT 

March — Gamble Plantation: This 

antebellum mansion was home to Major 

Robert Gamble and headquarters of an 

extensive sugar plantation. It is believed 

that Confederate Secretary of State, 

Judah P. Benjamin, took refuge here 

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after the fall of the Confederacy, until his safe passage to England 

could be secured. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, March 11th 10:30 am –3:00 pm 

Cost: $18.50 for transportation (don’t froget to bring money for the 

cost of your entrance and lunch) 

Location: Ellenton, FL 

Transportation Provided: Bus will depart from the Club House 

April — Clearwater Marine Aquarium: 

The Aquarium’s mission is to restore 

and preserve our marine environment. 

They accomplish this mission through 

leadership in education, research and 

the rescue, rehab & release of marine 

life. Join us for a behind the scenes tour 

and sea-life safari eco boat tour. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 29th, 9 am – 4pm 

Cost: $26 for transportation (don’t froget to bring money for the cost 

of your entrance and lunch; Adults: $35.95 Senior 60+: $33.95) 

Location: Clearwater, FL 

Transportation Provided: Bus will depart from the Club House 

DISCOVER FLORIDA BUS TRIPS 

March — Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival: The Winter Park 

Sidewalk Art Festival is one of the nation’s most prestigious outdoor 

art festivals, consistently rated among the top shows by Sunshine 

Artist and American Style magazines. 

Date/Time: Friday March 20th, 10 am- 5pm 

Cost: $26 for bus (don’t froget to bring money for entrance and lunch) 

Location: Winter Park, Florida 

Transportation: Bus will depart from the Club House 

April — Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park: We’ll head on 

over to the Homossassa Springs State Wildlife Park for a day of 

exploration of Florida’s wildlife in their natural setting. Bring your 

lunch & we’ll eat at the park in the picnic area. 

Date/Time: Saturday April 25th, 9am-4pm 

Cost: $26 for transportation (don’t froget to bring money for 

entrance and lunch) 

Location: Bus will depart from the Club House 

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY 

Need a fun excuse to have a party? Why 

not celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us! 

Join us for a traditional Irish-American 

dinner of corn beef & cabbage with 

potatoes & carrots. And of course will 

have green beer and music. 

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 17th at 6pm 


Location: Social Hall 

VALENCIA LAKES MIXER 

Come down to the Clubhouse and meet new neighbors, and catch 

up with those you already know! Beer and wine will be served. This 

month, all the members of our staff will attend that you may have not 

met yet, and learn more about those you already know. 

Date/Time: Saturday, March 7th from 8 to 10 PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Club House Bistro 

GAME NIGHT 

We will be playing “LCR” (Left, Center, Right). Congratulations to last 

month’s winners, Monica Cohen, Bob DiPentima and Susan Linky. 

Date/Time: Saturday, March 14th & Friday, April 3rd at 8 pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Club House Multi-Purpose Room 

THEATRE TRIP 

“Rat Pack” Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center: THE RAT PACK – 

Live at the Sands is the hottest 

and coolest party in town. This 

acclaimed production vividly 

recreates a legendary evening at 

the Sands Hotel with the most 

famous performers of our time: 

Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr. 

and Dean Martin. The big band 

is swingin’, and those gorgeous 

Burelli Sisters are singin’, and of 

course the three wisecracking 

hip-cats bring their inimitable magic to the finest music ever 

recorded. It’s the RAT PACK – and it’s live! Ring-a-ding-ding! 

Date/Time: Thursday, March 26th at 6pm 

Cost: $58.00 

Location: Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Bus will depart from 

the Club House 

MOVIE NIGHTS 

Popcorn & Sodas will be provided 

March — “Boynton Beach Club” 

Lois, Harry, Marilyn, Sandy and Jack live in an “Active Adult” 

community in Boynton Beach, Florida. Their lives intersect when they 

meet at a local Bereavement Club where they go to find emotional 

support after the loss of a loved one. For anyone who thinks that new 

love and romance ends long before retirement, they’re in for a reality 

check. No one sees themselves as becoming old, and the residents 

of Boynton Beach aren’t about to start. But sometimes we all need a 

little reminder that life is worth living and sharing. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 8th, 7 pm 

Cost: Free 


April — “The Secret Life of Bees” 

Based on the New York Times best selling 

novel and set in South Carolina in 1964, is 

the moving tale of Lily Owens (Fanning) 

a 14-year-old girl who is haunted by the 

memory of her late mother (Burton). 

To escape her lonely life and troubled 

relationship with her father (Bettany), Lily 

flees with Rosaleen (Hudson), her caregiver 

and only friend, to a South Carolina town 

that holds the secret to her mother’s past. 

Taken in by the intelligent and independent Boatwright sisters 

(Latifah, Okonedo and Keys), Lily finds solace in their mesmerizing 

world of beekeeping. 

Date/Time: Sunday, April 5th, 7 pm 

Cost: Free 


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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE AT THE BISTRO 

So come and enjoy the music, dance and hang out with some friends. 

BYOB, soda will be provided. 

Date/Time: Friday March 13th at 8 pm 

Cost: $5.00 per person (for the entertainment) 


COMEDY NIGHT 

STARRING JOHN CHARLES & TIM WALKOE 

John Charles has delighted audiences worldwide with his unique 

blend of music and comedy. His incredible singing voice is enough 

to bring any audience to its feet, but when the magic of his music is 

combined with his comedy and audience interaction, the result is one 

explosive reaction! Tim Walkoe is a musician and improvisational 

actor and uses these talents throughout his performance. Walkoe 

will provide Non-stop laughter from start to finish. His rapid fire 

delivery and shoot-from-the-hip style leaves audiences laughing so 

hard it’s hard to catch up to the next joke. 

Date/Time: Saturday, March 28th at 7:30 pm 

Cost: $25 general seating or $30 preferred seating. 


YESTERDAY…TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES 

Take a musical journey to a bygone era 

of peace, love and innocence with the 

#1 Beatles tribute act in the world! 

These four artists entertain with exciting 

vocals, witty stage mannerisms, and 

costume changes, as they perform music 

from the Beatles’ early years through the 

Sgt. Pepper era. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 15, at 7:30 pm 

Cost: $25 general seating or $30 

preferred seating. 


KARAOKE 

Come on Down and join the fun. You can sing or just hang at and 

watch your friends. BYOB, soda will be provided. 

Date/Time: Friday, March 6th at 8 pm 

Cost: $2.50 per person 


WINE TASTING 

Come and sample so of the finest wines from around the world. This 

special event will be limited to 20 residents and reservations will be 

first come first serve. 

Date/Time: Friday, March 27th at 5 pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Bistro 

VALENCIA LAKES FIRST ANNUAL 

CHILI COOK OFF 

How’s your Chili? Come show us 

what you’ve got. Make sure you 

bring plenty so that everyone 

can have a taste. Scoring will be 

two parts; first, each resident 

will be able to place one vote for 

their favorite — second will be a 

blind judging by an outside panel of judges. Prizes will be awarded 

to the top three. BYOB. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 29th at 1 pm 

Cost: Free 


BATTLE OF THE BANDS 

In conjunction with Dream Builders, Valencia Lakes will be hosting 

a Battle of the Bands. Come watch as local bands battle it out. The 

audience will vote and the winner will move on to “Brandon Idol”. 

All proceeds from this charitable event will benefit United Cerebral 

Palsy And The Dream Factory Riverview, HS. 

Date/Time: Saturday, April 11 at 6 pm 



SQUARE DANCE LESSONS & HOEDOWN 

Put on your boots and kick up your heels. For some good ole 

fashioned fun. BYOB, soda will be provided. 

Date/Time: Friday, April 10th at 7:30 pm 



TIKI PARTY 

Join us for our first ever Tiki Party. We’ll enjoy drinks, 

appetizers, and music by the pool. BYOB, soda will 

be provided. 

Date/Time: Saturday, March 11th at 7 pm 


Location: Pool Patio 

NOT SO NEWLYWED GAME 

How well do you know your partner? You can register to play the 

game or come down and cheer for your favorite couple. BYOB, soda 

will be provided. 

Date/Time: Friday, April 17th at 8 pm 

Cost: Free 


NIGHTS ON BROADWAY 

This dynamic production promises beautiful 

voices, dazzling costumes, and an evening 

filled with showstoppers from the Great Classic 

American Musicals and the latest sounds from 

Broadway today, with the songs that touch and 

inspire audiences again and again. The Gold 

Coast Singers and their marvelous pianist 

and percussionist bring a wealth of talent, 

personality, and style to 50 years of great music 

from the American Broadway Stage 

Date/Time: Saturday April 18th, at 7:30 pm 

Cost: $25 general seating or $30 preferred seating. 


TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER TOURNAMENT 

Calling all Poker Players! Come and try your luck at our first Texas 

Hold’em Poker tournament. 

Date/Time: Friday, April 24th at 8pm 

Cost: Free 


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VEGAS NIGHTS CHARITY EVENT 

One thing people are always in the mood for is a party. People love to get 

together and enjoy each other’s company with games, songs, activities 

and fun, fun, fun!!! We’re having A Casino Party. It will feel like Vegas 

with one small difference, the house doesn’t always win! Proceeds from 

this event will go to benefit St. John the Divine in Ruskin & Beth Israel 

Jewish Temple in Sun City Center to support their community outreach 

programs. The night will be filled with opportunities to win fabulous 

prizes enjoy good food and music while helping those in need. 

Date/Time: Saturday April 25th at 

Cost: Free 


HEALTH & FITNESS 

Want to start a workout program, or need a little extra motivation? 

We have two personal trainers on staff to help you with all your 

workout needs. Contact the life style office for pricing and to 

schedule a time. 

Sign up today to be a STAY IN SHAPE MEMBER for just 

$15.00 and attend unlimited fitness classes. 

SPRING FLING FIELD DAY & BBQ 

Join us for a good old fashioned picnic where you will compete in 

activities like a three-legged race or maybe a sack race. Then we’ll 

have a pot luck BBQ. (We’ll provide the soda & meat.) 

Date/Time: Sunday, April 5th, 1 pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Basketball Courts 

COMMUNITY WALK & BREAKFAST 

Meet us at the Club House where we will have a healthy breakfast then 

burn calories as we enjoy a great walk through our community. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 15th, 9 am 



CORE ESSENTIALS 

A variety of Pilates, balance and core exercises that strengthen the 

essential muscles, which support our bodies. Strength and balance is 

our greatest asset, so why not improve yours! 

Date/Time: Every Monday in March at 9:00 am 

Cost: $5 per class, or No Charge if you’re a Stay in Shape member 

Location: Aerobics Room 

WATER AEROBICS 

A variety of Pool exercises that will strengthen your muscles, without 

hurting your joints! 

Date/Time: Every Monday Starting April 6th at 9:00 am 

Cost: $5 per class, or No Charge if you’re a Stay in Shape member. 

Location: Pool 

CIRCUIT TRAINING: “1…2…3… SWITCH!” 

Put your muscles in motion and get a great cardio and weighttraining 

workout together with this fun and energetic training circuit. 

“3…2…1…GO!” 

Date/Time: Every Monday at 5:30 pm 



20/20/20 

This dynamic combination class involves stretching, toning and 

aerobics. Offering a full-body workout, with a mixture of core 

strengthening and cardio in a fun and energetic class. 

Date/Time: Every Tuesday, 9:00 am 



YOGA 

Want a great workout? Why not try 

our new Yoga class. Designed to 

strengthen the core and relieve 

tension and stress through breathing 

techniques, stretching, meditation 

and Yoga body postures. So not only 

do you get a great workout, but it 

relaxes you too. It’s a win/win situation. 

Date/Time: Every Wednesday at 9:00 am 


Location: Club House – aerobics room. 

STEP RIGHT UP 

Feeling a little spunky today? Then Step this way and discover new 

heights with “Step Right Up” This class utilizes the step in many 

positions and heights, this compelling 60 minute cardio program 

strengthens and shapes the lower body one step at a time. Energetic 

music and motivating instructors create an experience that is fun for 

all skill levels. 

Date/Time: Every Wednesday at 5:30 pm 



BODY TONING 

A unique class that uses a combination of Pilates and Yoga for a 

sculpting class designed to focus on the core muscles including abs, 

glutes, hip flexors and extensors. 

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 8:30 am 



PILATES 

Pilates gets your mind in tune with your body. This class will help you 

to develop a strong “core,” or center of the body. This program will 

help improve your muscle control, flexibility, coordination, muscle 

strength and tone. A body with balanced strength and flexibility is a 

happy body! 

Date/Time: Every Friday at 9:00 am 


Location: Club House – aerobics room. 

FITNESS CLASS LOW 

IMPACT AEROBICS 

Low Impact Aerobics are a great way to burn 

calories without stressful damage to joints and 

knees. A great workout with none of the pain! 

Date/Time: Every Saturday at 9:00 

Cost: $5 per class, or No Charge if you’re a Stay 

in Shape member 

Location: Lifestyle Center – 

aerobics room 

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SPORTS 

SOFTBALL AT BEAUDETTE PARK 

Everyone is surely inspired by Ray fever right now! Come see if you 

have the skills to succeed! Whether you’re an advanced softball player 

or just looking for a nice outdoor activity, bring you bat and glove 

and head out to the ball field! Enjoy the “softer” version of America’s 

favorite pastime! Contact Tony Badalamenti for more information, 

LasagnaKid@sbcglobal.net or 813-634-4148 

Date/Time: Every Saturday morning at 9:00 am 

Cost: Free 

Location: Practice at Beaudette Park on March 7th & 21st and 

April 4th & 18th. With games in Sun City Center on March 14th 

& 28th and April 11th & 25th. 

TENNIS PROGRAM 

Private, semi private & group tennis 

lessons are available by appointment. t. 

Call the Lifestyle office for pricing 

and schedule. 

TENNIS SOCIALS 

If you are a current player or someone e 

looking for information regarding tennis, 

whether it is league play or tennis lessons s 

offered at Valencia Lakes, please join us Please 

sign up in advance, with the lifestyle department. 

Date/Time: Friday, March 20th & April 3rd, 7 pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Valencia Lakes Tennis Courts 

MIXED DOUBLES LEAGUE 

Calling all Intermediate level players! Come sign up for our all new 

Mixed Doubles League. This League is similar to the doubles game, 

but this version requires one man and one woman to be a team. You 

must sign up in advance with the Lifestyle Department and we must 

have a minimum of 6 people. 

Date/Time: Mondays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm 

Cost: Free 


MIXED UP ROUND ROBIN 

Looking for a fun tennis game, sign up for 

our Mixed Up Round Robin, for men and 

women. This game is all about level of play, 

so players will be paired with players of 

similar skill, you could end up with a team 

of women, a team of men or even one that 

is mixed. You must sign up in advance 

with the Lifestyle Department and we 

must have a minimum of six people. 

Date/Time: Thursday, 9:00 - 10:30 am 

Cost: Free 


INTRODUCTION TO TENNIS 

This is a free clinic specifically for those who have never played tennis, 

taken lessons or never been involved in tennis before. This is an 

opportunity to meet the Pro, ask questions and get an evaluation. 

Date/Time: Friday, March 13th & 27th 

and April 10th & 24th , 9:00 - 10:00 am 

Cost: Free 


Interested in starting a Bocce Ball League, Shuffle Board League 

or 3 on 3 Basketball? Call the lifestyle center. 

GOLF CLINIC 

Summerfield Crossings Golf 

Club offers a fun Scottish linksstyle 

course with small undulating 

greens, pot bunkers and rolling 

terrain. The course is highlighted 

by its signature 15th hole, a scenic 

par 3 surrounded by water with an 

island green. 

Date/Time: Friday March 6th at 5pm, Tuesday March 24th at 11 am, 

Tuesday April 7th at 11 am & Friday April 24th at 5 pm 

Cost: $10 per person. 

Location: Summerfield Crossings Golf Club 

CLUBS 

BOOK CLUB 

March — Bel Canto by Ann Patchett In a third world country there 

is a birthday party for a visiting Japanese businessman. A famous 

soprano is to sing, but a group of terrorists enter and hold the 

guests hostage. As the siege lasts, the story develops between the 

interactions of the hostages and terrorists. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, March 11th, 7:30 pm 

Cost: Free – please purchase your own book 

or pick one up at the Library. 


April — Audition: The life story of Barbara 

Walters, by Barbara Walters. Her father was 

Lou Walters, owner of the Copacabana. Very 

interesting and actually tells the history of 

women in journalism and TV production. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 8th, 7:30 pm 

Cost: Free – please purchase your own 

book or pick one up at the Library. 


BOWLING CLUB 

Date/Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1pm 

Cost: $7.50 for 3 games. (Does not include shoes) 

s) 

Location: The Alley at South Shore 

CANASTA 

Date/Time: Every Tuesday night at 7:00 pm 

Cost: Free 


EUCHRE 

Date/Time: Every Monday at 7:30 

Cost: Free 


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FISHING CLUB 

Date/Time: Tuesday March 3rd & April 

7th at 7pm 

Cost: Free 


GARDEN CLUB 

Date/Time: Thursday, March 26th & 

April 16th at 1pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Multi-Purpose room 

MACHINE QUILTING 

Date/Time: Thursdays, 1pm Ending April 9th 

Cost: Free 


MAH JONGG 

Date/Time: Every Wednesday from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm 

Cost: Free 


MEXICAN TRAIN 

Date/Time: Every Monday & Thursday at 7:00 pm 

Cost: Free 


MODERN BOARD & CARD GAMES 

For more information, contact Neal Rosen at (813) 938-4174. 

Date/Time: Tuesdays, 1 pm 

Cost: Free 


NICKELS 

For rules please call John Slappey at 938-3405 

Date/Time: Every Wednesday at 7:30 pm 

Cost: Free 


PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB 

Date/Time: 1st & 4th Wednesday 

of every month at 7pm 

Cost: Free 


POKER NIGHT CLUB 

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 7:00 pm 

Cost: Free 

Location: Men - Gaming Room / Women – Social Hall 

R.V. CLUB 

Date/Time: 3rd Monday of every month at 7pm 

Cost: Free 


TASTE OF THE TOWN 

This popular Valencia event is back and will be hosted by Jim Acierno. 

Join us as we go and try new restaraunts through out the area. 

March — BERNINI Innovative Italian Cuisine, 1702 E. 7th Avenue, 

Ybor City, www.berniniofybor.com 

April — Restaurant BT, 1633 West Snow Avenue, Tampa, www. 

restaurantbt.com 

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 10th and Tuesday April 14th at 6pm 

Cost: Your dinner cost 

Location: Meet at the restaurants 

WOMEN’S CLUB 

For more information, email Sandie Papa at sandiep@aol.com. 

Date/Time: March 28th and April 25th at 11am 

Cost: Free 


LIFE ENRICHMENT 

LEARN TO LINE DANCE 

Come join the fun as Dancin’ Divas 

Michelle Grady and Rita Ray teach us 

to kick up our heals and have some fun. 

Classes for beginners and intermediate 

to advanced. 

Date/Time: Thursdays, 7pm (Beginners) 

8pm (Intermediate/Advanced) 

Cost: $7.00 per person / per 1 hour class 


BALLROOM DANCE PARTY 

A party for you to come, and learn different ballroom dance steps, as 

you mingle with friends and other residents. We will have two of these 

parties in March. Each will showcase different set of dance instructors. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, March 4th & Monday, March 9th at 7 pm 

Cost: Free 


INSTRUCTIONAL COOKING 

Have you ever wanted to learn how to 

make the perfect gourmet meal on a 

budget? Then come join us as we learn. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 1st from 3-5 pm 

Date/Time: Sunday, April 19th from 3-5 pm 

Cost: Free 


COMPUTER TUTOR CLASS 

Tutoring in Microsoft software, emailing, the Internet, and basic 

hardware issues. 

Date/Time: Tuesday March 3rd at 11 am 

Cost: Free 


Wii GAMING FOR 

ADULTS 

See what all the rave is about 

and try your cyberskills at 

Bowling, Golf, and Baseball. 

The Wii is simple and anyone can 

participate because no physical 

exertion is required. 

Date/Time: Friday, March 13th 

at 11 am 

Cost: Free 


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WINDOWS 

TROUBLESHOOTING 

Diagnosing and correcting common 

problems associated with Windows 

Operating Systems. 

Date/Time: Friday April 10th at 11 am 

Cost: Free 


CREATIVE WRITING 

WORKSHOP 

Do you love to write? Come and try our new Creative Writing 

Workshop. Where you’ll learn the different forms of writing and 

techniques. This workshop is four weeks. 

Date/Time: Wednesdays, March 18th – April 8th at 6:30 pm 

Cost: $20 per person for the session 


WHAT’S WORKING IN 

TODAY’S MARKET 

This six-week course is for those 

who would like to become better 

informed about financial planning 

and to have the knowledge to make 

wise investment choices. Our topics 

will include Investing 101, Invest like 

the Pros, Planning, Advanced Estate 

Planning, Retirement Basics and the 

Seven IRA mistakes. 

Date/Time: Wednesdays, March 18 – April 22nd at 3:30 pm 

Cost: $20 for the six-week course 


YOUR HEARING HEALTH 

Are you or someone you love always 

asking people to repeat themselves, or 

complaining you can’t hear the TV? Then 

Join us for this informational seminar 

about everything you need to know about 

your hearing. 

Date/Time: Monday, March 2nd at 7 pm 

Cost: Free 


UNDERSTANDING 

YOUR HEALTH CARE 

OPTIONS 

Have you recently changed jobs 

or just retired? Join us for this 

four-week seminar all about your 

health care options. We’ll discuss 

different types of insurance and 

Medicare options. 

Date/Time: Mondays, March 

10th – 30th at 7 pm 

Cost: Free 


ART CLASS PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE! 

Purchase the entire month of any of the 

four art classes listed in this section 

and SAVE! 

Monthly Rates are: $35 for one class, 

$55 for two classes, $75 for three classes 

or $99 for All Four Classes 

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING 

(STILL LIFE) 

Still life is art which captures the likeness of objects rather than 

of people or animals. The Still Life class will teach the basics of 

art that can be used in landscape, figures, and portraits. 

Date/Time: Mondays, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.. 

Cost: $10.00 per class 


Materials: Contact Helen for list at 766-8045 

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING 

(FIGURES) 

The human form may 

seem daunting at first, 

but in this class, many 

aspects of study will be 

utilized: pictures from 

magazines, sitting and 

standing figures, and 

running—any form that 

appeals to you. Learn 

to use simple geometric 

shapes, measurements 

and angles. If you can 

draw stick figures you 

qualify for this class. 

Date/Time: Tuesday, 2 - 4 pm 

Cost: $10.00 per class 


Materials: Contact Helen for list at 766-8045 

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THE FUNDAMENTALS OF WATERCOLORS 

Learn to paint watercolors 

with a simple approach, 

techniques and helpful 

hints from Helen. 

Date/Time: Fridays, 

11 am – 1pm 

Cost: $10:00 per class 


Materials: Contact 

Helen for list at 766-8045 

LEARN TO SCULPT 

Get creative and dirty 

your hands a little with 

Learn to Sculpt! Classes 

will address sculpting and 

hand building techniques 

for both beginners and 

experienced artists. Create 

your own work of art. 

Candace will be giving 

demonstrations and provide guidance in making your artistic 

vision become reality. This class requires pre-registration in 

order to ensure that we have enough materials. 

Date/Time: Wednesdays, 10:00 -12:00 pm 

Cost: $60 per month 

Location: Club House Art Studio 

Materials: This class has a $25.00 material fee to be paid at time 

of registration. This fee will include 25 lbs of clay and two tools. 

Wedding Bells Ring for Patty and Henry Juda 

By Pat Kelly 

On January 17, 2009, Patty Meyers and Henry Juda were joined in 

matrimony at St. Anne’s Church. Although they had lived in the same 

neighborhood, Apollo Beach, and attended the same church several years 

earlier, they had never met until they moved to Valencia Lakes. Patty 

and Henry met very briefly at one of the Drinks in the Driveway events, 

but didn’t see each other again for awhile. Then at a Sock Hop here at 

Valencia Lakes, Sandie Papa asked Patty, a widow for five years, if she 

would mind talking with a gentleman who recently lost his wife. Henry, 

who was taking dance lessons, was sitting with two dance instructors. s. 

He asked Patty to dance and they seemed to “hit-it-off.” Henry’s dance 

instructors suggested that he get to know Patty and invite her to be his 

partner for dance lessons. And as they say, the rest is history. Prior to 

retiring, Patty ran a small steel factory and Henry was an engineer. They 

both like to dance. He bowls and she plays bridge. Patty’s family lives 

locally. Henry’s family all live in the Northeast. 

Sandie Papa attended the wedding and exclaimed, “Patty was 

a beautiful bride in her exquisite lace dress and the groom looked 

smashing in his tuxedo.” The ceremony was breathtaking. The reception 

was held at Cypress Creek Country Club. We wish these two wonderful 

people much health and happiness. 

OPEN STUDIO 

Art Studio is open to everyone to come and work on anything you 

choose, with open group discussion and critique. 

Date/Time: Every Friday 2 – 4 pm 

Cost: Free 


Materials: Anything you feel you will need for your project. 

ART MOVIE 

Have you ever thought about what made the great artists GREAT. 

Each month, we will view a movie related to art, art history, or the 

artist. Stay after for a 15-minute group discussion. 

Date/Time: Sunday March 22nd & April 26th at 5:00 pm 

Cost: Free 


STAINED GLASS 

Semi-Private Lessons 

In this three hour workshop, we will learn to design our own light 

catcher, as well as the process of cutting, grinding, foiling and 

soldering our piece until we are happy with our finished project! 

Date/Time: By appointment (two people per reservation) 

Cost: $18.00 per person per class 


AFTERNOON WITH AN ARTIST 

Come spend an afternoon with an artist, where you will get to meet the 

artist & learn about them and their techniques, watch a demonstration. 

Date/Time: Sunday, March 15th at 1 pm and Sunday April 19th 

at 12pm 

Cost: Free 


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