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COMMUNITY M NEWSLETTER
E T E JULY — SEPT 2011
16003 Valencia Club Drive, Wimauma, FL 33598 | Phone: 800-875-2176
the hottest
summer event
ever!
“Aloha” was the word of the day
for June 4th as many Valencia
Lakes residents joined in on a
night of tropical fun, festivities,
and great food and entertainment.
The event featured live music
by Blair Entertainment, including
an authentic Hawaiian dancer
who helped the men shake their
bottoms. Other highlights hli h included d the games, brilliant decorations, Hawaiian food
and, of course, the after-hours dancing with DJ John the Hat Man. The weather was
wonderful, the event was spectacular and a great night was had by all. The success of this event would not have been possible without t our
wonderful volunteers, the Lifestyle team and the Cafe staff whose time and services made this an incredible and memorable occasion!
GONE TO THE
DOGS!
Valencia Lakes held its first ever Dog Show on April 9th. Dog owners
took pictures with their pooches before the contest. Each owner
walked their dog down the
runway for
spectators to
view and vote. Everyone in
attendance was able to have
a free lunch catered by Chef
Michael. With the crowd’s
involvement, we were able to
crown our top three dogs of
Valencia Lakes.
The
Dog Show
Winners!
VARIETY IS
THE SPICE
OF LIFE!
This year’s Variety Show,
which took place on April
23rd, had a record crowd of
342 residents and friends. All
of
the acts gained approval of
the audience
and even some of the spectators were pulled on stage
to perform at the last minute. We look forward to seeing next
year’s participants and performances. Thank you to everyone who
worked very hard in creating an amazing event.

V A L E N C I A L A K E S
Picture Spot
The Quilting Club continues
to donate amazing quilts
to charity.
GL Homes was the proud hold sponsor for
the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce
Inaugural Golf Tournament held at
Freedom Plaza Fairways.
NIGHT!
Memorial Day Sports Tournament Winners
SHUFFLEBOARD:
Jim and Nell Bieser
PICKLEBALL:
Bob Riggins
& Barbara Harder
HORSESHOES:
Gary Schmitt
& John MacLeod
BOCCE:
David Haworth
& Arlene Lefar
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WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS
Jack Holtam
John S & Michelle M Ciechna
David R. and Mary A. Graham
Harvey and Rochelle H. Cantor
Brian G. Beatty and Elsa V. Pomar
Marsha & Byron Freso
Douglas and Cynthia Vanderjagt
Jose and Maria Agostini
John A. and Muriel M. Akroyd
John A. Gasell
Michael J Preble
John H. Jefferson and Karen L. Whyte
Arlene Lefar
Douglas W. Berry
Michael R. and Mary A. Gautier
Alexander & Irene Iswarienko
Charles B. and Anne E. Lubner
E. Elliot Seda and Rhonda G. Miller-Seda
Robert J. MacDonald and Barbara A. MacDo
Willistine Prichett
Donald J. Schneider and Janice L. Lorenti
Anita Gultadaurio and Michael Grultadau
L I F E E V E N T S
BIRTHDAYS
JULY
1 Hank Sudak
2 Ellen Light
3 Bruce Berman
4 Sandie Papa
7 Elizabeth Reed
8 Sharon Arlotti
8 Ralph Hamp
9 Dave Sigler
11 John Jefferson
12 Chris Reichardt
12 Andrea Sellars
12 Myrna Peck
13 Ely Capo
13 Joe Hoffman
14 Barbara Beyer
15 Walt Britt
16 Beverly Campbell
16 Stan Roberts
20 Sue Lambert
21 Carrie Jenkins
21 Brenda Raysbrook
25 Donald Gabin
25 John Lanham
27 Doug French
27 Carrie Jenkins
27 Barbara Wax
29 Carolyn Averill
29 Barbara Harder
AUGUST
1 Marie Vasile
2 Judy Zirofsky
3 Gary Spieler
4 Sherry Gelfand
5 Art Kilbourn
5 Andrea Markowitz
6 Bill Luthke
7 Steve Cohen
8 Gary Spieler
9 Genie Harrison
10 John Doellinger
11 Peter Noone
12 Ervin Daigle
13 Judi Cavalier
14 Pat Baker
15 Scott Allen
17 Nick Fazio
18 Joyce Kennedy
20 Margo Ooft
21 Denise Mineri
23 Denise Pagoaga
ANNIVERSARIES
JULY
2 Barbara & Al Wax
5 Margie & Bob Kramer
8 Mandy & Les Martin
9 Sue & Nick Fazio
9 Fran & Ervin Daigle
12 Barbara & Francis Spisak
15 Jan & Bob Howerter
17 Margo & Hans Ooft
24 Sandie & Dom Papa
25 Jack & Muriel Akroyd
AUGUST
1 George Ringham & Susan Doetsch
2 Janet & Bob Corin
2 Chris Reichardt & Andrea Sellers
7 MJ & Yime Otani
21 Norma & Walt Britt
28 Fran & Alan Pine
SEPTEMBER
1 Carol Franch
3 James Acierno
4 Michael Nelson
8 Larry Shaw
9 Ed Stafford
13 Fran Pine
14 Susan Muto
17 Sunnie Brunhild
17 Ed Markowitz
17 Yale Peck
20 Pauline Bowers
20 Keith Schneider
25 Joe Capo
25 Patricia Sluder
27 Virginia Hernandez
SEPTEMBER
3 Bonnie & Ed Pichette
5 Addie & Dave Unterlack
6 Sandra & Arnold
Abramson
9 Ann-Mary & Ed Kapusta
26 John & Karen
Whyte-Jefferson
28 Debby & Steve Cohen
SAVER’S CORNER
BY BOB CORIN
Somebody once said, “Buying quality at low cost equals value.”
Value is what we look for in our club. We have promoted value
with the many established business partners. A vendor listing
can be found at the Clubhouse or by calling the phone numbers
listed below.
If you live in VALENCIA LAKES,
phone and save.
NOTE: The Buying Club is a group of volunteers that, in good faith,
research to find reliable and reasonable vendors for our community.
We are NOT to be held liable or responsible for any wrongdoing.
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with these vendors is to stop
using their services. Should you have any questions, call:
Bob Corin (401) 524-0255
Diane Voyles (813) 634-7809
HAVE YOU MET?..
SHELLY & HARVEY CANTOR
Shelly and Harvey moved here
from Boynton Beach. Although they
still have a home in Greenville, SC,
they choose to live year round here
at VL. Prior to retirement Harvey
owned a large insurance company
in St. Louis, MO. He worked with
President Clinton and was involved
in politics in the past. Shelly was
in public relations and even had
a client booked on The Oprah Winfrey Show. She also owned a
couple of restaurants in Coconut Grove, FL. Shelly now makes
and sells life-like dolls that look like real babies. Harvey is a
photographer, involved in the photography club. Together they
have 12 grandchildren and six great grand children.
MARSHA & BYRON FRESO
After over a year of searching for the
right “retirement” community in Florida,
Marsha and Byron Freso moved into VL.
Marsha is originally from Detroit, MI,
and Byron hails from Guyana, South
America. They met and married in
Atlanta, GA, 31 years ago. After living
there for over 25 years, they were ready for
a change. Since moving in on March 17,
the Freso’s have become avid pickleball
players. Within a few weeks of moving in, Byron performed in the
Variety Show in April. He has also joined the Valencia Singers.
Marsha served as a committee member for the recently held
luau. Marsha took second place in the pickleball match during
the Memorial Day sports tournament with teammate Dave
McElhiney. They look forward to becoming more involved in
community activities and meeting more Valencia Lakes residents.
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CLUB SPOTLIGHT
GOLF CLUB OUTING By Jay Solow
On the 21st of March, the Valencia Lakes Golf Club had its first full field tournament. The Scramble format
was contested by six full foursomes (24 players). A fantastic time was had by all. For those of you who are
not in the club, but do play golf, you should surely consider joining us. The results of the tournament are as
follows; First place was the team of David Hinds, Erv Daigle, Fran Spisak, and Larry Chalmers. A whopping
63 was the winning score. Second place went to the team of Yime Otani, Ray Haywood, Bob DiPentima, and Harry
Watson. Their score was a close 64. The third place team, with a score of 65, consisted of Bill Barreau, Ed Pichette, Sal Scrozzo, and Bill
Chalmers. Congratulations to all the winners. The quality of the golf was extraordinary. One of our founding fathers, Johnny Springer,
couldn’t play due to surgery. The tough old colonel is now home from the hospital and doing great. He was missed very much by all.
FASHION SHOW HOSTED BY THE WOMEN’S CLUB By Patty Hibsher
On May 6, Valencia Lakes Women’s Club hosted our second annual fashion show. The clothing
and all the accessories were presented by Accessories & More, who did a great job of bringing
clothing to fit all sizes. Our volunteer models looked fabulous in all the outfits they wore. The
turnout for this event was terrific, thanks to our dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to
ensure that each event is successful. Our chef Michael and the Valencia Lakes bistro catered
the luncheon. As an added attraction, we had a very special guest; our very own, “Miss Junior
Wimauma”, decked out splendidly in an original designer gown that fit her superbly. She
greeted all of our attendees with her marvelous wave and walked down each aisle with a lovely
smile for everyone. The proceeds from this most enjoyable fund raiser have been earmarked
for next year’s scholarships.
“KING OF CANNOLI DELIZIOSI”
The “royal” link goes as far back as 1897 when Vince’s grand-father, Nino Genovese, a first-class baker,
received the prestigious “Golden Plate Award “from Italy’s King V. Emanuale for his Cannoli Deliziosi.
Historically, the Genovese baking trade started in the year circa 1841, when Nino’s father, Domenico
Genovese, moved from Sicily to Naples to attend Italy’s most famous culinary training school. Later,
with his son, Nino, he established the most prestigious restaurant in the Naples region. Here, all nobles
from other regions converged to indulge in the world’s famous Cannoli Deliziosi while listening to the
melodies of “O Sole Mio” and “O’Marie” under the exciting and romantic moonlight in Positano.
In the year circa 1901, Nino moved from Naples to Calabria and from his arranged
marriage with Arcangela, three sons were born. The youngest one, Luigi (Vince’s father), took
over his father’s baking business. After an arranged marriage with Carmela, Luigi fathered 10
children. When Luigi passed away, each of his children received a different recipe as part of
their inheritance. Vincent received the Cannoli Deliziosi recipe. Neither Vincent nor any of
his siblings pursued professional baking.
In the midst of his Italian Consular activities, Vince finds time to bake the Cannoli Deliziosi
for his new wonderful friends at Valencia Lakes. He has no direct heirs and upon his celestial
ascension, his recipe will be auctioned and its proceeds will be donated to the SPCA as
requested by his lovely wife Linda.
TOP: Cannoli’s served at J. Acierno’s Taste of Town dinner. BOTTOM: 100 cannoli’s served to the VL Women’s Club.
TRAVEL CLUB VISITED RINGLING By Arlene Donnellon
In June, the club offered a trip to Ringling Museum in Sarasota. We all remember going to the circle
in our youth and all the fun we had watching the many acts performed in front of us. Well our trip
to Ringling Museum in Sarasota reminded us of those days. On June 9, the Travel Club went to
John and Mable Ringlings, 20-acre waterfront property in Sarasota, FL. We had an enjoyable day
visiting the many exhibits on the property, including the Circus Museum which documents the
circus’ past to today. The Museum of Art, built by John Ringling to house his personal collection
of masterpieces; the Ringlings’ dazzling mansion, a tribute to the American Dream, reflecting the
splendor and romance of Italy with 56 incredible rooms filled with art and original furnishings;
and the grounds and gardens were a treat to see including the Rose Garden, as well as Mables
Secret Garden. We all enjoyed a day at one of the loveliest and interesting places in Sarasota.
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NOTES FROM THE LIFESTYLE OFFICE
Welcome to the 3rd Quarter of the Valencia Lakes Newsletter! We
have had a wonderful beginning to 2011. Summer has arrived and
we are thrilled to incorporate the season’s activities. During the next
months we will continue to provide you with the best entertainment
and programs possible. Thank you to all of our wonderful residents
and volunteers for assisting in making our programs a huge success.
Below is a list of amazing individuals who help plan our year’s social
programs and are dedicated to bringing exciting ideas each month. If
you have any feedback from an event or have an idea for a program,
the activities committee would love to hear from you. As always, you
may leave your feedback with us at the Lifestyle office.
ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE:
• Kay Laughlin / KHL54@aol.com
• Susan Linky / SLinky8393@aol.com
• Martha Kilbourn / MVKilbourn@gmail.com
• Harriett Ball / scb@northwestern.edu
• Ernie Ciarrocchi / ernie.c@mac.com
• Joy Rosen / joykrosen@yahoo.com
• Maria Sneider / ibelieveinangels@hotmail.com
• Ruthanne Scarduzio / rscarduzio@aol.com
• Patty Hibsher / patty@lphassociates.com
• William Schaefer / schaefer.william@gmail.com
We are asking that you please continue to register for ALL coming
social activities, sporting events and life enrichment classes in advance.
Please make sure you read about all the activities as there have been
changes from the previous month. It is not necessary to register for things
listed in the club section of the program guide unless otherwise stated.
Best regards,
Cassandra Leopold
Lifestyle Director at Valencia Lakes
Lifestyle Office: (813) 634-6800
E-mail: cleopold@valencialakes.net
Website: www.valencialakes.net
Important Reminder Regarding the Cancellation Policy
• For paid Life Enrichment classes you will need to cancel no later
than one week prior to receive a refund.
• For all paid events, you must cancel one week prior to receive a refund.
A 10% service charge will be accessed. Some events cannot be refunded.
• All bus trips will require a minimum of 24 people. We will cancel the
trip if we have not met the minimum 7 days prior to the departure date.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION & POOL PARTY
Celebrate 4th of July with a DJ, beverages and free food provided by
GLHomes in the Social Hall.
Date/Time: Monday July 4th at 12 noon – 4:00pm
Cost: $15
Location: Social Hall and Pool
TASTE OF THE TOWN
Join a group of residents for a night out at restaurant of choice hosted
by Jim Acierno. Call Jim for more information at 813.892.8200.
Date/Time: TBA
Cost: Meal purchase
MOVIE NIGHT
Join us as we watch some of the best new releases. Movies will be
determined based on release date.
Location: Social Hall
Movie: (TBD) Closer to release date
Date: Saturday July 9th, Saturday August 20th,
Saturday September 3rd
Snack Station: 5:15pm (items sold separately)
Showtime: 5:30pm and 8pm
Cost: Free (complimentary popcorn)
Location: Social Hall
GAME NIGHT
Come down to the Clubhouse and play the classic and new games you
know and love. Enjoy a game of “Wii” or try your hand at Scrabble;
There are many varieties and games to play and each month will
bring something new.
Date/Time: Friday July 15, Friday August 12,
Friday September 9 at 8:00pm
Cost: Free (Light snacks and refreshments will be provided)
Location: BISTRO
SUMMER NIGHTS BY THE POOL
“ISLAND OASIS”
Relax poolside with the Caribbean sounds of “Democracy;” once a
month we will feature live entertainment poolside. Feel free to BYOB!
Date/Time: Saturday, July 23rd — 7:30pm
Cost: Free
Location: Poolside
COCKTAIL PARTY —
“BRING YOUR OWN HORS D’OEURVES”
Bring your own Hors d’oeurves and we will supply the cocktails!
Enjoy unlimited sangria, beer, rum punch, soda, tea, and light
entertainment. Savor an array of mini bites prepared by your very
own residents!
Date/Time: Saturday July 30th at 8:00pm
Cost: $5
Location: Social Hall
SUNDAY CINEMA & ICE CREAM SOCIAL
The Sunday Cinema & Ice Cream Social is back! Cool down from the
summer heat with ice cream. Build your very own sundae in the Bistro.
After, join your fellow residents in the Social Hall for complimentary
popcorn and watch the best new releases. Movies will be determined
based on release date.
Movie: (TBD) Closer to release date
Date: July 31st, August 28th
Ice Cream Social: 2:30-3:30pm
Showtime: 3:30pm
Cost: $3 Ice Cream (complimentary popcorn provided)
MID-SUMMER NIGHTS DINNER
Join us for a “Mid-Summer” evening of dinner and entertainment.
Residents will also be treated to a performance by none other than
Gwendolyn Thompson. Music to include Bossa Nova, Samba, Classic
Rock, Pop, Jazz and Blues.
Date/Time: Friday, August 5th at 8:00pm
Cost: TBA
Location: Social Hall
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SATURDAY MOVIE NIGHT
Movie: (TBD) Closer to release date
Date: Saturday August 6th
Showtime: 8:00pm
Cost: Free (complimentary popcorn)
Location: Social Hall
KARAOKE BY THE POOL
Just when you thought it wasn’t safe to show off your singing skills,
you are invited join us poolside and sing to your favorite songs in all
genres. All residents and guests are welcome to attend. Feel free to
BYOB (Absolutely NO food & glass bottles permitted in pool area).
Date/Time: Friday, August 19th — 7:30pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Poolside
SUMMER NIGHTS BY THE POOL
Relax poolside with friends and neighbors as we feature live
entertainment. Feel free to BYOB! (Absolutely NO food & glass
bottles permitted in pool area)
Date/Time: Saturday, August 27th — 7:30pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Poolside
LABOR DAY POTLUCK
This year’s Labor Day Potluck will be celebrated as the symbolic “end
of the summer.” Join us in the Social Hall for an evening of music,
good food prepared by your fellow residents and a relaxing end to
the summer.
Date/Time: Monday, September 6th at 5:30pm
Location: Social Hall
Cost: Free (Residents must bring a covered dish to feed a minimum
of 10 persons)
9/11 BREAKFAST BUFFET
WITH CHAMPAGNE TOAST
For all Americans, for all time, the phrase
“nine-eleven” will evoke a special meaning,
a memory of a moment in our history when
the world as we knew it changed forever.
On Sunday, September 11, residents can
join together to honor the memory of more
than three thousand people who died that
day. Along with brunch and a champagne
toast, we will observe a moment of silence
as a tribute to those lives cut short, as a symbol of the empty
places left behind in the hearts of those still living.
Date/Time: Sunday September 11th at 10am
Cost: TBD
Location: Social Hall
SOCK HOP
We’ll be cuttin’ some rug, gonna bop till we drop so grab your gal (or
your best pal) and come to our Sock Hop! Enjoy an evening of live
entertainment, great food and a “rockin” good time. Prizes awarded
for best costume! (costume optional).
Date/Time: September 17th at 8pm
Location: Social Hall
Cost: TBD
NEW RESIDENT MIXER & “CLUB”
OPEN HOUSE NIGHT
Get to know those people that live across from you and down the
street while meeting the new residents of Valencia Lakes. Would you
like to get involved in the “Clubs” of Valencia Lakes? Club Presidents
will be on hand to give out information and answer questions!
Date/Time: Saturday, September 24th
7pm - New Residents, 8pm- All Residents
Cost: FREE! Complimentary beverages and snacks will be served
Location: Social Hall
BIRTHDAY CAKE AND COFFEE SOCIAL
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! We only have a chance to celebrate your special
day once every 365 days, so come out to our holiday birthday social
and rejoice in another year passed. Even if it isn’t your special day
we encourage you to come out and celebrate with a friend! We are
celebrating everyone who has a birthday in July, August & September.
Date/Time: September 25th at 2pm
Cost: Free
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
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 and nine group fitness classes throughout the week.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Cost: $5 per class for drop-ins and guests, or become a “Stay-N-Shape”
member and pay $18 per month to attend any and all of the classes.
Location: Aerobics Room unless otherwise noted
CORE ESSENTIALS
This class is 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 at 9:00 am
MINUTE MOVES
Minutes Moves is an interval training class that uses every muscle
in your body, integrating a variety of resistance, weight training, and
low impact cardiovascular work in one minute intervals to build and
strengthen muscle efficiently.
Date/Time: Every Monday at 10:00am
YOGA
Want a really great workout? Try our new Yoga class. Designed to
strengthen the core and relieve tension and stress through breathing
techniques, stretching, meditation and Yoga body postures.
Date/Time: Every Monday at 4pm and Wednesday at 9:00am
WATER PILATES
A variety of pool exercises that will strengthen your muscles without
hurting your joints! Please note: this class is weather permitting and
can be cancelled if the temperature drops below 60 degrees and if
there are any other weather hindrances.
Date/Time: Every Tuesday and Thursday at 11am
Location: Pool or Aerobics Room if temperature is too cold
20/20/20
This class is one of a kind! It combines cardio and weight training in a
60 minute session, with a 20 minutes of cardio, followed by 20 minutes
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of strength training, then 20 minutes of abdominals and cool down.
By the end of class you have worked your entire body to its fullest.
Great class for the beginner to the advanced!
Date/Time: Every Tuesday, 9:00 am
ZUMBA
This program incorporates footwork and body movements from
flamenco, salsa and other dances. Participants pump their legs,
windmill their arms, move their hips, clap their hands, dip, slide and
spin — all to a frenzied beat.
Date/Time: Every Wednesday and Friday at 10am
AQUA AEROBICS CLASS
This popular new water aerobics class will focus on both cardiovascular
and strength benefits. Whether you’re trying to maintain your current
level of fitness or reach a new level, the added benefit of training in
water makes our new aqua aerobic workout safe and fun without
impact to the joints. Even people who suffer from arthritis may want
to give this class a try!
Date/Time: Every Monday & Friday at 11am
Location: Pool
BODY SCULPTING
A combination of Pilates and Yoga for sculpting the core muscles
including abs, gluts, hip flexors and extensors.
Date/Time: Every Thursday and Saturday at 9am
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 and also help improve
your muscle control, flexibility, coordination, muscle strength and tone.
Date/Time: Every Friday at 9:00 am
MASSAGE THERAPY
Therapists: John Tenorio, Matthew Iavocelli, and Karen Serbia
Types of massages available: SWEDISH, VALENCIA DEEP TISSUE,
SPORTS MASSAGE, JOINT RELIEF, GREEN WITH ENVY, and
LOMI LOMI.
NOTE: Price sheets are located at the Lifestyle office. Each massage
is one hour long. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your
appointment. There are no refund for cancellations within 24
hours of your massage appointment. Call the Lifestyle office for
appointment bookings and other information.
SPORTS
TENNIS PROGRAM
Every Monday in July, August & September
Tennis Mixer — 7pm-9pm
JULY 2011
July 9 — Meet the Summer Tennis Pro/Social: Play tennis with the
pro and enjoy snacks and drinks.
Time: 8am-10am
Cost: Free!
Tennis Instruction Seminar Event: Tennis instruction for anyone
who wants to come out to have fun and improve their tennis game,
followed by match play.
July 16 / 8am-10am • July 19 / 6pm-8pm
Cost: $5
AUGUST 2011
Tennis Instruction Seminar Event: Tennis Instruction for anyone
who wants to come out to have fun and improve their tennis game,
followed by match play. (Work on shot Technique and Strategy)
August 2 / 6pm-8pm • August 23 / 8am-10am
Cost: $5
August 13 — Tennis Social: Members can come out, enjoy snacks
and drinks, and play some tennis.
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: Free!
SEPTEMBER 2011
Tennis Instruction Seminar Event: Tennis Instruction for anyone
who wants to come out to have fun and improve their tennis game,
followed by match play. (Work on shot Technique and Strategy)
September 6 / 6pm-8pm • September 17 / 8am-10am
Cost: $5
September 27 — Tennis Social: Members can come out, enjoy
snacks and drinks, and play some tennis.
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: Free!
IN-HOUSE MEN’S DOUBLES LEAGUE
This is for players with intermediate or above doubles skills. Bring
your own partner or come to the tennis courts for the warm-up
period at 6:45pm. Please Contact Club President, John McQuaid
at 813.885.7252 if you are interested in receiving Tennis Club
e-mails directly.
Times: 7:00pm every Wednesday
PICKLEBALL
The club mentors will show you the
techniques and explain the rules. Contact
a club member or Rick Strocsher, the club
president, at rickstrocsher@gmail.com or
phone 813.260.3703.
OPEN PLAY
Date/Time: Monday - Thursday
at 7pm
LADIES DAY
Date/Time: Fridays at 8:30am
CLUBS
Become involved—Join a Club! If you are interested in, or want
more information about a particular club, contact the people listed:
(numbers and e-mails are also listed in the resident directory)
BASEBALL ENTHUSIASTS CLUB
Contact Harold Emanuel at Hemanuel3@tampabay.rr.com
BEADING
Contact: Pat Kelly at mikepatkelly@msn.com
Date/Time: 3rd Thursday of every month from 1pm
Location: Art Studio
BOCCE BALL
Date/Time: Every Tuesday & Saturday at 10am
Location: Bocce Ball Court
Contact: Nick Fazio nickandsue-1994@comcast.net
or call 813.938.3687
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BOWLING CLUB
Date/Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1pm
Cost: $7.50 for 3 games. (Does not include shoes)
Location: The Alley at South Shore
BICYCLING CLUB
Date/Time: Every Tuesday at 9:30am
Location: Clubhouse
Contact John Doellinger at j.doell@yahoo.com
or 813-938-1029.
CANASTA
Date/Time: Every Tuesday night at 7pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
CHORUS CLUB
Date/Time: TBD
Contact: Ernie Ciarrocchi
COMMUNITY CLUB
Date/Time: 2nd Monday of
each month at 7pm
Location: Social Hall
Contact Neal Rosen at
nmrosen@tampabay.rr.com
CRUMMY RUMMY & 99
Date/Time: Every Thursday night
at 7pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
DIVE CLUB
Date/Time: 1st Monday in August
at 7pm
Location: Bistro
EUCHRE
Date/Time: Every Monday
at 7pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
FISHING CLUB
Date/Time: 1st Tuesday of every month
at 6pm
Location: Social Hall 1
GUN CLUB
Call Jay Solow at 813.262.9936 or Mike Laughlin at 813.634.5453.
Date/Time:: TBA
Location: Aerobics Room
HELPING HANDS
Date/Time: Tuesday, July 12 at 10:00am
0am
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
MAH JONGG
Date/Time: Every Wednesday
from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
MEN’S DISCUSSION GROUP
Contact: Jeffrey Rosenfeld at rosedj@prodigy.net
Date/Time: Every Thursday at 1pm
MEXICAN TRAIN
Date/Time: Every Monday at 7:00 pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
MEN’S BRIDGE
Date/Time: Every Wednesday at 1 pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
MODERN BOARD & CARD GAMES
For more information, contact Neal Rosen at (813) 938-4174.
Date/Time: Every Monday & Friday at 12 pm
Location: Bistro
OPEN BRIDGE
Date/Time: July 10, 24; August 7, 21; September 4, 18 at 7:30pm
Contact: Joy Rosen at joykrosen@yahoo.com if you are interested.
PICKLEBALL
Meetings held quarterly, always seeking new members.
Club Matches: 7pm—Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
9am Saturday & Sunday
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Date/Time: 4th Thursday of the month
at 7pm
Location: Art Studio
POKER CLUB
Date/Time: Every Thursday at 7:00pm
Location: Men - Gaming Room
Women – Social Hall
QUILTING CLUB
Date/Time: Every Wednesday at 1:30pm
Location: Art Studio
READING CLUB
Date/Time: Every 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Location: MP1
RV CLUB
Date/Time: 3rd Tuesday of every month
at 6pm
Location: Art Studio
SINGLE’S SOCIAL
Date/Time: TBA
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Pat Sluder: patsluder1@tampabay.rr.com
STITCH AND BITCH
Contact: Joy Rosen joykrosen@yahoo.com
Date/Time: 1st Tuesday of every month at 1:00pm in the (AS)
TRAVEL CLUB
Date/Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6pm
Location: Social Hall
VALENCIA LAKES’ MILITARY
VETERAN’S CLUB(VLMVC)
Date/Time: 1st Monday of each month
Location: Social Hall
Nick Fazio: (813) 938-3687
Peter Adams: (813) 634-3720
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VALENCIA LAKES PROGRAM GUIDE
WOMEN’S CLUB
For information, email Debbie Cohen at debrina0424@yahoo.com.
Date/Time: Last Saturday of every month at 10:30am
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
LIFE ENRICHMENT
COMPUTER SKILLS SERIES
Workshops: TBA
Location: Aerobics Room
*Please note that we need a minimum of 10
registered participants to hold these classes.
Please RSVP with the lifestyle office.
ART CLASSES FOR JULY,
AUGUST & SEPTEMBER
Prices for each class vary due to the cost of
supplies and equipment for each workshop.
Location: Art Studio
Instructor: Stephanie Grimes
Please note: We need a minimum of 4 participants to hold each
workshop. RSVP required.
DRAWING WITH PEN AND INK —
ALL LEVELS
Learn various pen and ink techniques,
including stippling, various types of
hatching and scrumbling. You will also
become familiar with using a technical
type pen as well as working with an old
fashioned dip quill pen. Please bring your
own sketchpad to practice on.
Classes will be held every Tuesday
at 1pm
Cost: $8 per class
LEARNING SCRATCHBOARD —
ALL LEVELS
The scratchboard artist uses a sharp
instrument to scratch the black surface
of the board and reveal the white surface
below. Color can then be added to the
piece if desired.
Supplies for this class will be available
before classes begin.
Classes will be held every Tuesday at 3pm
Cost: $8 per class
Supply Kit: $10 — includes: A bottle of
waterproof drawing ink, penholder,
two pen nibs, a technical type pen.
“OPEN STUDIO”
Open Studio class is designed for all levels, from the absolute
beginner, who claims they cannot even draw a straight line, to the
recreational or experienced artist. The three hours of Open Studio
will be available to anyone wanting to learn Watercolors & Colored
Pencils and allow students to explore their own interests with much
personal direction from the instructor. Basic principles of color,
drawing, and paint application will be introduced and learned as
the student’s work progresses. It is
encouraged that prospective students
contact Nava Mentkow, Valencia
Lakes Art Director, directly at
navajudith@gmail.com, to discuss
what they hope to accomplish in the
class and what mediums interest
them. It is Nava’s philosophy, as an art
instructor and artist, that anyone can be taught to paint or draw. It
is a matter of teaching someone to see.
Date/Time: Every Monday in the Art Studio
Time: 12pm-1:30pm; 1:30pm-3pm
Cost: $8 per 1.5 hour class
ART HISTORY FILM SUMMER SERIES
Each month we will explore popular as well as more obscure artists.
Prepare to broaden and expand your art history knowledge through
film and documentaries. This series is for the history buff and for
anyone interested in learning something new.
Date/Time: Last Monday of every month at 2:30pm
Location: Social Hall
INSTRUCTIONAL
COOKING
Enjoy a fun learning experience
that will give you a variety of
offerings featuring local chefs.
Turn your dinner table into a 5-star
restaurant that fits your budget.
Date/Time: July 17, August 14,
September 18 at 3pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Varies
BISTRO
The Bistro will be heating things up during summer months with
our new menu! Stop by the café for our Valencia Lakes “special” of
the day. Each month the chef will feature a specialty item prepared
specifically for your liking. The Bistro will be open for dinner every
Thursday from 4-7:30pm, all summer long.
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LINEUP 2011—2012
Pricing and other information available at the Lifestyle Office
BARRY NEWMAN
Friday 10/14/2011
Paul Tanner
Saturday 01/07/2012
Joey Arminio and The Family
Saturday 01/28/2012
Barry Newman’s
“Memories Of Gold Show”
Saturday 02/18/2012
Henry Haid
Saturday 03/03/2012
Finis Henderson
Saturday 03/24/2012
The Crystals
Saturday 03/31/2012
Opera Tampa
Saturday 04/14/2012
The Drifters
Saturday 04/28/2012
Shirley Altson Reeves
of “The Shirelles”
SHIRLEY
ALTSON
REEVES
FINIS
HENDERSON
The Crystals
OPERA TAMPA
Henry Haid
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