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VALENCIA RESERVE • 9275 LAKE ROYAL ROAD • BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 33473 • 561.880.3470<br />

A COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER BY <strong>GL</strong> HOMES<br />

HOA New Resident<br />

Welcome Reception<br />

Monday, April 23 at 3 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall<br />

Join <strong>the</strong> HOA for a special reception for all residents who<br />

moved in after January 1, 2012. Come meet your neighbors and<br />

club and class representatives who will be on hand to answer<br />

questions and provide information about events and activities.<br />

Meet key staff members that can help acclimate you to Valencia<br />

Reserve living. There is no cost for this event, but reservations<br />

are required. Please sign up at <strong>the</strong> Box Office by April 18.<br />

HOA Mo<strong>the</strong>r’s Day<br />

Celebration!<br />

Sunday, May 13 at 11:30 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall<br />

Join us for a very special brunch in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall with Larry<br />

Brendler playing piano favorites. Enjoy a special menu from<br />

Old Florida Catering including Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas as<br />

you arrive with fine linens and upscale tableware. The extensive<br />

menu includes: Platters of Whitefish Salad, Tuna Salad and<br />

Nova Lox on each table. A buffet with assorted bagels and<br />

Bialys, a chef attended omelet station with assorted veggies,<br />

nova, bacon, ham and cheeses, and cheese blintzes with sour<br />

cream and blueberry sauce. Finish with delicious Russian coffee<br />

cake and sugar free cakes for dessert. Quench your thirst with<br />

iced tea, coffee and hot tea. After <strong>the</strong> sumptuous brunch, dance<br />

and sing along to some of your favorites! This wonderful<br />

afternoon to celebrate Mom is only $27 per person. Drop checks<br />

payable to <strong>the</strong> VR HOA to <strong>the</strong> Box<br />

Office by May 7. Sorry, but no walk-ins<br />

will be accepted. A minimum number of<br />

reservations are needed for this event.<br />

Memorial Day<br />

Party at <strong>the</strong> Pool<br />

Monday, May 28 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.<br />

APRIL/MAY 2012<br />

Stars and Stripes Forever! Grab some sunscreen and a<br />

towel and meet us at <strong>the</strong> pool for an afternoon of great<br />

food, fun and music. Old Florida Catering will provide<br />

a great BBQ including Kosher Hebrew National Plump<br />

and Juicy Hot Dogs, Black Angus Hamburgers, Veggie<br />

Burgers, BBQ Chicken, Ribs, Corn on <strong>the</strong> Cobb, Salads,<br />

Beans, and Apple Cobbler. Also included are soda,<br />

iced tea, lemonade and complimentary beer! Elite<br />

Entertainment will provide music for your enjoyment<br />

along with fun games with prizes awarded. The cost is $16<br />

per person. Drop checks payable to <strong>the</strong> VR HOA at <strong>the</strong><br />

Box Office by May 18. A minimum number of reservations<br />

are required for this event.


SPECIAL HOA MEETING<br />

Tuesday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall<br />

<strong>GL</strong> <strong>Homes</strong> has submitted 5 Development Order Amendments,<br />

2 Rezoning Applications and a Conditional Use Application on<br />

February 15th. They are tentatively scheduled to be discussed at<br />

<strong>the</strong> June or July public hearing agenda by <strong>the</strong> Palm Beach County<br />

Board of County Commissioners. All applications are associated<br />

with <strong>the</strong> proposed Charter School which is located on <strong>the</strong> north<br />

side of Boynton Beach Blvd. just west of Lyons Road and a future<br />

Valencia project to be located at <strong>the</strong> end of Acme Dairy Road. The<br />

Amestoy Development Parcel is also removing 149 dwelling units<br />

from <strong>the</strong> previously approved plan from 785 to 636 single family<br />

dwelling units. Canyon Lakes, Canyon Isles and Canyon Springs all<br />

have Development Order Amendments submitted to swap preserve<br />

parcels in order to create <strong>the</strong> new development parcel for “Valencia<br />

Assemblage.” <strong>GL</strong> <strong>Homes</strong> and representatives of <strong>the</strong> Charter School<br />

will explain all applications and answer questions. No reservations<br />

are required.<br />

Showcase Success<br />

Thanks to <strong>the</strong> residents who volunteered as ushers at <strong>the</strong> recent<br />

Entertainment Showcase hosted at Valencia Reserve for William Clare<br />

Entertainment. Over 1400 people enjoyed nine great acts in our Social<br />

Hall at <strong>the</strong> two shows! Shown below are Harriet Moskowitz and Evelyn<br />

Trichon, Eileen Bauz and Ruth Haynes, and Bruce Goldstein, Alan<br />

Kreisberg, Jerry and Nancy Schervone, Robin David, Alan Nordon and<br />

Brian Glenn.<br />

Announcements<br />

Joan and Ken Novatt are proud to announce<br />

<strong>the</strong> birth of ano<strong>the</strong>r grandson, Blake<br />

Charles Luce, son of Lenny and Jennifer<br />

Luce. Blake was born on February 24.<br />

Congratulations!<br />

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Clubs<br />

Clubs<br />

Art Club ~ If you are interested in painting, we meet every Tuesday<br />

at 12:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room. For more information,<br />

contact Roberta Bressler at 561-733-6611.<br />

Bicycle Club ~ If you are interested in<br />

friendly, non-competitive riding for exercise<br />

and friendship, we ride Monday and<br />

Saturday mornings at 8.30 a.m. starting<br />

at 10616 Montrose Bay Avenue in<br />

Venezia. We ride along Lyons Road for about<br />

10-15 miles round trip. Helmets and water are<br />

suggested. For additional information, contact<br />

Ken Sommers at kensommers@earthlink.net<br />

or Stan Zuber at sjzuberjr@gmail.com.<br />

Bon Appetit – (The Restaurant<br />

Club) ~ Join us for a spectacular evening of fine dining on Friday,<br />

May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at <strong>the</strong> City Fish Market. Boca Magazine voted<br />

it as <strong>the</strong> top seafood restaurant in 2010 & 2011. Fabulous entrees such as<br />

Chilean Sea Bass, Florida Swordfish, Filet Mignon & Chicken Francaise<br />

are available. In addition, you will have your choice of salads & desserts<br />

accompanied by fresh breads, coffee & tea. This amazing food, beautiful<br />

setting, music and fun night out are not to be missed! The cost for <strong>the</strong><br />

meal, tax & gratuity is $57 per person. Drop checks made payable to<br />

Bon Appetit – The Restaurant Club at <strong>the</strong> Box Office.<br />

Bowling Club ~ We are bowling every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.<br />

at AMF lanes in Boynton Beach. Please contact Stan Krevolin at<br />

cskrevolin@comcast.net for more information.<br />

Bridge Club ~ This club is a beehive of activity with duplicate<br />

sessions on Monday evening at 6:45 p.m. and Tuesday afternoons<br />

at 1 p.m. We welcome players of all levels to join this dynamic game<br />

and if you are a little rusty don’t fret, Linda Cowan does 30-minute<br />

brush up lessons every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. and can set you up with<br />

a partner. For more information, please contact Linda Cowan at 561-<br />

736-7170 or Shelley Frank at 561-509-6268.<br />

Chavurah Club ~ The Chavurah friendship circle has been<br />

growing and had a busy season with Seders, trips to <strong>the</strong> Kravis Center<br />

and more. We are now expanding to include providing rides to doctors,<br />

ga<strong>the</strong>r a minyan or help our neighbors with special needs. If you would<br />

like to help or have a request, please contact us at 561-247-1142 or<br />

glchavurah@gmail.com.<br />

Cinema Club ~ If you love movies and enjoy discussing <strong>the</strong>m, <strong>the</strong>n<br />

join us on <strong>the</strong> second Thursday of <strong>the</strong> month at 7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social<br />

Hall. E-mail Helene Levin at hlevin1828@aol.com if you are interested<br />

in joining us. Dues are only $10 annually.<br />

Civics Club ~ We meet on <strong>the</strong> third Thursday of<br />

each month at 2 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room.<br />

We will explore <strong>the</strong> principles of government embodied<br />

in <strong>the</strong> Declaration of Independence and <strong>the</strong> Constitution and how those<br />

principles apply to today’s issues. For more information, contact Paul<br />

Sidikman at paulscfp@aol.com.


Clubs<br />

Clubs<br />

Computer Club ~ We meet on <strong>the</strong> fourth Monday of every<br />

month at 7:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts and Crafts Room. Presentations<br />

range from using e-mail and websites to understanding word processing.<br />

Future meetings will include such topics as using Excel, E-Books and any<br />

topics members which to pursue. For more information, contact Larry<br />

Feldman at 561-374-5502 or joanlar@aol.com.<br />

Couple’s Canasta ~ We meet in Card Room 1 on <strong>the</strong> first<br />

and third Fridays of <strong>the</strong> month at 6:45 p.m. Join us for great<br />

canasta games followed by refreshments with a new format. For more<br />

information, contact Fred or Susan Paul at suefred@aol.com.<br />

Couple’s Golf ~ Our couple’s golf group continues to grow. We<br />

play at Palm Beach National on <strong>the</strong> third Sunday of each month.<br />

We have lunch and enjoy lots of fun and laughs. If you are interested<br />

in joining <strong>the</strong> group, contact Jules or Sandy Harper at Julesandsandy@<br />

bellsouth.net.<br />

Cultural Performing Arts ~ Our 2012-2013 program includes<br />

Orchestra Firenze, Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, Spanish Cabaret-<br />

Guitarist and dancers and singers, Gabrielle Chou-composer, pianist,<br />

violinist and more. The cost is $133.56 per person. For more information<br />

or to purchase tickets, call Judy at 561-737-8071.<br />

Current Events Club ~ We meet on <strong>the</strong> second and fourth<br />

Thursdays of every month at 7:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts<br />

Room. The April 12 meeting will feature Dave Aronberg, Special<br />

Prosecutor, Prescription Drug Trafficking who is a candidate for State<br />

Attorney. He will be speaking on making Palm Beach County safer. Our<br />

April 26 meeting will feature Maria Sachs, State Senator who will give<br />

us an update on this past legislative session. Our May 10 meeting will<br />

feature three current topics. On May 24, Supervisor of Elections Susan<br />

Bucher will explain <strong>the</strong> changes in <strong>the</strong> election law and preparing for <strong>the</strong><br />

2012 election. For more information, contact Dan Goldstein at dang471@<br />

hotmail.com.<br />

Dog Lovers Club ~<br />

The club meets on <strong>the</strong> third<br />

Thursday of <strong>the</strong> month at<br />

7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts<br />

Room. Meetings are open to all<br />

dog lovers. Past meetings have<br />

included lectures by prominent<br />

veterinarians and interesting<br />

product demonstrations.<br />

Contact Suzanne Falcone at<br />

sefalcone@earthlink.net for more<br />

information.<br />

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Fishing Club ~ More than 40 residents<br />

enjoyed a recent trip where Leon Ikka won<br />

<strong>the</strong> pool for <strong>the</strong> biggest catch! Watch for<br />

upcoming trips to be announced soon. For<br />

more information, contact Bruce Goldstein<br />

at bgolds1839@aol.com.<br />

Gun Club ~ We are up and running and planning more educational<br />

classes and trips to <strong>the</strong> ranges. Watch for meeting dates to be announced.<br />

Contact Jeff Greenhut at jeffgreenhut @comcast.net for more<br />

information.<br />

Hadassah ~ Join us at our meeting on Thursday, April 19, when<br />

we vote for our new Executive Board, and in honor of Yom Hashoah,<br />

Louis Unterman will be speaking on <strong>the</strong> Jews of Shanghai. See you on<br />

Thursday, May 17 for <strong>the</strong> installation of our new Executive Board<br />

with light breakfast at 10 a.m. The cost for breakfast is $3 in advance for<br />

members and $5 for non-members. Lifetime membership is only $212<br />

and we welcome men to become Associate Members and attend our<br />

meetings. Call Merle at 561-364-0436 or Myra at 561-739-8907 for<br />

information.<br />

Half-Court Basketball ~ Are you interested in<br />

participating in half-court basketball? Contact Sam Levy at<br />

levys@pbworld.com or 561-509-8268. Men and women are<br />

welcome.<br />

History Club ~ The Valencia Reserve History Club is<br />

looking for people in our community or elsewhere who would<br />

like to make a presentation and/or facilitate a discussion about a topic<br />

of some historical significance or from a personal experience. Many<br />

of us have been participants in or observers of very meaningful events<br />

(e.g. war, political movements, important technological/scientific<br />

developments, record breaking sports accomplishments, etc.). Why not<br />

share your story with <strong>the</strong> History Club? We meet on <strong>the</strong> first Monday<br />

of every month at 2 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts room. For more<br />

information, contact Ken Rifkin at kenrifkin@gmail.com or call<br />

561-736-7619.<br />

Italian American Club ~ Join us for our springtime “La<br />

Primavera” Dinner Dance in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall on Saturday, April 21<br />

at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner by Mario’s Market and dance with Tony<br />

Mariano. BYOB. The cost for members is $25 and $30 for non-members.<br />

Drop checks payable to Italian American Club at <strong>the</strong> Box Office by<br />

April 16. Starting Thursday, May 3, our regular monthly meetings are<br />

moving to <strong>the</strong> first Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. For more<br />

information, contact Rose Pasqua at 561-364-5525 or rosepasqua@<br />

yahoo.com or Joan Franze at 561-752-4398 or amma-ampa@msn.com.<br />

For membership, call Lou Orenstein at 561-739-8309.<br />

JAFCO ~ (Jewish Adoption & Foster Care Options)<br />

~ We provide for more than 350 neglected and abused children with<br />

joy, pride and love and depends on your support to make this program a<br />

success. Watch for upcoming meetings and events. For more information,<br />

contact Anita Silverman at gercaremgr@aol.com.


Clubs<br />

Clubs<br />

Jewish Heritage Club ~<br />

The Jewish Heritage Club proudly<br />

presents Broadway at <strong>the</strong> Reserve<br />

on Tuesday, April 3 at 7:30<br />

p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall. Join us<br />

for Broadway tunes by Cantor<br />

Karen Braunstein, with live piano<br />

accompaniment. The cost is $12<br />

at <strong>the</strong> door. On Tuesday, May 1 at<br />

7:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall, enjoy<br />

<strong>the</strong> comedy of Chermak Players.<br />

Pick up a flyer at <strong>the</strong> clubhouse for detailed information. Enjoy desserts,<br />

beverages and socializing after all programs. Become a member for $18<br />

through December 31, 2012. For fur<strong>the</strong>r information, contact Clem Soffer<br />

at csoffer@soffergroup.com.<br />

Lap Swimming Club ~ Construction of <strong>the</strong> new lap pool should<br />

begin soon, but until it is ready, we are using our rec pool. Early morning<br />

swimming is popular among our group and <strong>the</strong>re is plenty of room to<br />

swim without any interference. Our club continues to grow and we<br />

welcome new members. If you would like to join us, contact Jules Harper<br />

at Montanajules@bellsouth.net.<br />

Men’s Book Club ~ We meet on <strong>the</strong> third Monday of every<br />

month in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room at 3 p.m. Our next meeting is on<br />

Monday, April 16 at 3 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts and Crafts Room. The book to be<br />

discussed will be Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Relly. For more information,<br />

contact Jeff Greenhut at jeffgreenhut@comcast.net.<br />

Men’s Canasta ~ Join us every Thursday at 1 p.m. in Card<br />

Room 1. For more information, contact Bob Kaplan at BobKap5215@<br />

yahoo.com.<br />

Mens Club ~ We meet on <strong>the</strong> first Sunday of every month at<br />

9:30 a.m.. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall. The Men’s Club is excited to feature<br />

<strong>the</strong> great rock and roll show starring Shirley Austin Reeves, <strong>the</strong> original<br />

lead singer of <strong>the</strong> Shirelles. This show will be in our Social Hall at 8<br />

p.m. on Sunday, April 29. Drop checks for $23 for members and $30<br />

for non-members and guests payable to <strong>the</strong> VR Men’s Club and note<br />

Shirley in <strong>the</strong> memo. There are still tickets for <strong>the</strong> Mets/Marlins game in<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir new air conditioned, domed stadium on May 12. Home plate box<br />

seats, including round trip bus for only $60. Women are invited. For any<br />

questions, please call Dennis at 561-736-6601.<br />

Men’s Gin Rummy ~ We meet for Gin every Tuesday at 7<br />

p.m. and every Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. For more information,<br />

contact Ron Schoenfeld at 561-733-9235 or Ronminami@aol.com.<br />

Men’s Golf Club ~ Players of all levels are invited to join us as we<br />

tackle <strong>the</strong> links of some of <strong>the</strong> best courses in Palm Beach County. We<br />

play Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Palm Beach National,<br />

Okeeheelee, and Winston Trails respectively. For information, please<br />

contact Shelley Frank, at 561-509-6268 or maxaluna21@yahoo.com.<br />

Men’s Pinochle ~ We play every Monday and Friday at 1 p.m.<br />

in Card Room 1. If you are interested in Pinochle, please contact Lou<br />

Orenstein at 847-702-6245.<br />

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Men’s Poker ~ On Mondays at 7.p.m., we play 7-card high/low.<br />

On Wednesdays at 7 p.m., we play poker board games and 7-card<br />

straight. We are always looking for new players. If you are interested in<br />

playing, please contact Lou Orenstein at 847-702-6245.<br />

Men’s Softball Team ~ The Valencia Reserve Men’s Softball<br />

Team, sponsored by Massimo’s Italian Restaurant in Canyon Town<br />

Center, remains in first place in <strong>the</strong> Palm Beach Senior Community<br />

Softball League with a 2 game lead over Valencia Falls. The<br />

championship game is scheduled for Sunday, April 1 at 9 a.m. at<br />

Caloosa Park in Boynton Beach. Experienced softball players who<br />

wish to play choose up games during <strong>the</strong> summer and participate in<br />

<strong>the</strong> 2012/2013 fall and winter season may contact Vinny Vertuccio<br />

at vindee2@yahoo.com or call 561-733-6001 or Sammy Susser at<br />

shlomo47@gmail.com.<br />

Men’s Tennis Teams ~ The Grand Slam Tennis League is winding<br />

down with only 2 matches left. Captain Peter Kallenberg’s team is only<br />

one point out of first place in <strong>the</strong> Steven Chall Division. Captain Dave<br />

Feinberg’s team won <strong>the</strong> Fall League in World Division ll and is doing<br />

well after being moved up to World Division l.<br />

Pictured are Bruce Goldstein,<br />

Arnie Wiener and Steve Rosenthal<br />

Model Builders Club ~<br />

We meet on <strong>the</strong> first Friday of<br />

each month at 3 p.m. in <strong>the</strong><br />

Aerobics Room. Stop by and see<br />

<strong>the</strong> various types of models we are<br />

building including ships, planes<br />

and cars. Contact Arnie Wiener at<br />

wiener88@aol.com or call 954-<br />

254-5141 for more information.<br />

Pan Club ~ Intermediate and advanced pan players are playing every<br />

Wednesday at 7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Poker Room. Beginners are welcome.<br />

For more information, contact Sheila Kreisberg at 561-364-7869 or at<br />

akay1010@att.net.<br />

Pap Corps. ~ Membership renewal time is here! Consider including<br />

your spouse or partner in this year’s membership. Drop $35 checks made<br />

payable to VR Pap at <strong>the</strong> Box Office. Watch for coupons for ano<strong>the</strong>r<br />

fundraising event at Duffys on April 19. Ten percent of <strong>the</strong> proceeds<br />

are donated to cancer research. Our closing meeting is Wednesday,<br />

May 2 at 4 p.m. and will feature “World Dance and Drums” with belly<br />

dancer Laurel Kadouri, drummer Michael Moses and singer Gayle.<br />

Mediterranean appetizers and beverages will be served. A donation of $5<br />

per person can be dropped at <strong>the</strong> Box Office. Reservations are required<br />

and everyone is invited to this special event.<br />

Photography Club ~ We meets on <strong>the</strong> third Monday of every<br />

month at 7:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room. Meetings consist<br />

of question and answer sessions followed by main presentations. Future<br />

topics will highlight restoring old photos, understanding “F” stops and<br />

aperture priority. Meetings are open to all residents regardless of your<br />

photography skills or what kind of camera you have. Contact Larry for<br />

more information at 561-374-5502 or JOANLAR@aol.com.


Clubs<br />

Clubs<br />

Ping Pong Club ~ We play every Tuesday and Thursday from<br />

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Aerobics Room. Paddles and balls are supplied.<br />

Athletic footwear is required. For fur<strong>the</strong>r information, contact John K. at<br />

561-735-7969.<br />

Scrabble Club ~ We meet every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Card<br />

Room 3. Join us for this fun game and to meet new friends. For more<br />

information, contact Myra Feinberg at myrafeinberg@hotmail.com.<br />

Singles Club ~ We get toge<strong>the</strong>r to enjoy each o<strong>the</strong>r’s company and<br />

explore <strong>the</strong> community. Join us for our upcoming events and possibly<br />

suggest our next outings. We are looking for a new leader for this Club.<br />

Thanks to Robin David for two seasons of leadership.<br />

Snorkel & Dive Club ~ Five residents are currently being<br />

certified to scuba dive and we are actively planning our first trip which<br />

will include snorkeling and diving. All skill levels are encouraged to<br />

participate. For more information, contact Susan or Ernie Sirkin at 561-<br />

509-7550 or erniesirkin@gmail.com.<br />

Snowbird Club ~ We’ll<br />

say farewell to our Snowbird<br />

friends with a free pizza<br />

party for paid members on<br />

Monday, April 16 at 6:30<br />

p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall.<br />

RSVP to Amy Portney by<br />

April 11 at aportney5@<br />

optonline.net or by calling<br />

561-742-3425. Looking back<br />

at our busy season, we enjoyed a wine & cheese party, toured Vizcaya<br />

Museum and Miami Art Museum and toured West Palm Beach on <strong>the</strong><br />

“Diva Duck.” For those of you who attended <strong>the</strong> Sock Hop Party, you<br />

can put away your poodle skirt and blue suede shoes until next year.<br />

Social Dance Club ~ This season’s class has graduated and we<br />

look forward to a new class. Watch for details of <strong>the</strong> next session.<br />

Contact Hope Rosenthal at hopefaith5@yahoo.com or Marcia DeLuca at<br />

luccara@aol.com for more information.<br />

Stamp Collecting Club ~ Interested in sharing your knowledge or<br />

passion for this interesting past time? Want to know how much a stamp<br />

is worth? Contact Lorne Alter at 561-733-5433 for more information.<br />

Stitch & Bitch ~ Meet us in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room every<br />

Wednesday at 1 p.m. Our “stitchers” are of all skill levels and<br />

instruction is available for beginners as well as those undertaking more<br />

advanced work.<br />

Texas Hold’ Em Club ~ We play every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in<br />

<strong>the</strong> Poker Room. All levels of players are welcome to join us. Watch for<br />

upcoming tournament dates.<br />

Women’s 9-Hole Golf ~ We play every Friday at Westchester<br />

Country Club at 10 a.m. If you are interested in joining us, please call<br />

Heidi Zeichner at 752-9105 or Joan Warwick at 561-509-6017.<br />

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Women’s Book Club ~ We meet <strong>the</strong> second Tuesday of every<br />

month at 7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room. A special thanks<br />

to Barbara Kallenberg for hosting our February meeting where we<br />

welcomed local author Fred Lichtenberg who was entertaining as he<br />

discussed his novel, Hunter’s World. Ano<strong>the</strong>r thank you to Helene Levin<br />

who led our March discussion of One Thousand White Women. On April<br />

17 (note date change), Susan Welch will lead a discussion of The Kitchen<br />

House by Kathleen Grissom. Our May meeting will be on Clouds Across<br />

<strong>the</strong> Sky by Ronna Goldstein. If you want to become a member, contact<br />

Eileen Shernoff at essher@aol.com.<br />

Women’s Book Club Volume II ~ The Friday morning book<br />

club has had a great year, enjoying a variety of selections expertly<br />

reviewed by our members. The club meets <strong>the</strong> third Friday morning<br />

of each month promptly at 10:30 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> Poker Room. The<br />

selection for <strong>the</strong> April 20 meeting is The Paris Wife, and for May it is The<br />

Calligrapher’s Daughter. Please email co-chairs Myra at myrafeinberg@<br />

hotmail.com or Carol at cazreads@gmail.com for more information.<br />

Women’s Club ~ We meet on <strong>the</strong> third Monday of most months.<br />

Contact VP of Membership Joan Novatt for information at joann0328@<br />

aol.com. On Wednesday, April 4, we head to “An Afternoon at<br />

The HARID School of Dance. “ The cost is $30 for members/guests.<br />

On Monday, April 16, Barbara Klein, lecturer and Rhodes Scholar,<br />

presents “Why Would Anyone Want To Be President”. RSVP to Barbara<br />

Dundee at bjdundee@aol.com or Jane Sussman at carljane@aol.com. On<br />

Monday, May 21, Hap Erstein, <strong>the</strong>atre and film critic at <strong>the</strong> Palm Beach<br />

Post encores with “It’s Tony Time”. Hear <strong>the</strong> gossip of <strong>the</strong> Great White<br />

Way...who is nominated and who may win. A light breakfast will be<br />

served. Free for members and $5 for non-members. Drop checks payable<br />

to VR Women’s Club at <strong>the</strong> Box Office. Save <strong>the</strong> date of June 11 for our<br />

Mah Jongg Tournament!<br />

Women’s Evening Mah Jongg & Canasta ~ We play on<br />

Wednesdays from 7 to 10 p.m. in Card Room 1. Players of all levels<br />

are welcome.<br />

Women’s Golf ~ We play every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at<br />

various courses. For more information, please contact Shelly at<br />

561-736-9873 or shellybarntt@aol.com or Alaine at 561-637-0967 or<br />

alainekass@comcast.net.<br />

Women’s Tennis Teams ~ The Ladies’ Division 7 team,<br />

captained by Laraine Wasserman, is in first place with one match to go.<br />

Lorraine Ebel’s Division 5 team has locked up second place this season.<br />

Congratulations ladies!


Class Connection<br />

3D Art Class<br />

Get in on <strong>the</strong> latest art craze at Valencia Reserve. This art form<br />

doesn’t require natural artistic ability. A three-hour class is being<br />

offered on Fridays at 1 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts and Crafts Room. The cost<br />

is $15 per class. Tool & picture kits may be purchased at <strong>the</strong> class.<br />

Sign up with Marilynn Simon at marilucy@aol.com or 561-498-8786.<br />

Beginner/Refresher Bridge Class<br />

This class is offered by ACBL certified instructor Marilyn Kroll on<br />

Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. The cost is $80 for six lessons with a<br />

minimum class of eight people. A beginner bridge book is available<br />

for $12. Please sign up at <strong>the</strong> Box Office.<br />

Beginner/Refresher Canasta<br />

Learn how to play Canasta or come take a refresher from two expert<br />

instructors – Harriette Lion and Rhoda Bagen. The class will be<br />

offered on Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon in Card<br />

Room 1. The cost is $65 per person for six classes. Class will begin as<br />

soon as we have eight people signed up to participate. Please sign up<br />

at <strong>the</strong> Box Office.<br />

Beginner/Refresher Poker &<br />

Pinochle<br />

Valencia Reserve Resident Lou Orenstein has<br />

graciously offered to teach Poker and Pinochle<br />

for free. The classes are for beginners and<br />

those needing a refresher. Classes will be held<br />

on Mondays and Fridays at 1 p.m. in <strong>the</strong><br />

Poker Room. For more information, please<br />

contact Lou Orenstein at 847-702-6245.<br />

Ceramics/Greenware Class<br />

This class is offered every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in<br />

<strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room. Material costs vary depending on <strong>the</strong><br />

price of <strong>the</strong> project. A six week class is $36. Sign up now with Linda<br />

Millcarek at 561-704-9018.<br />

Delicious Mah Jongg Babes<br />

Class is taught by our own VR resident,<br />

Janie Ronik, and is only $5 to cover<br />

costs. Contact Janie to sign up by<br />

e-mailing her at hairpluk@aol.com.<br />

Class is graduating on April 3 but watch<br />

for this great class to resume in <strong>the</strong> fall.<br />

Mosaic and Collage Class<br />

Join us every Tuesday at 9 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arts & Crafts Room. No<br />

experience is necessary for this unique class taught by fellow resident<br />

Helene Levin. Lessons are free and supplies are available for purchase<br />

at <strong>the</strong> class or you may bring your own. Contact hlevin1828@aol.<br />

com.<br />

Tap Dance Class<br />

Class is now in session every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Our professional<br />

instructor has 25 years of experience and promises good fun and exercise<br />

too! Cost is $15 per class payable at <strong>the</strong> door.<br />

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Total Health Systems Fitness Classes<br />

Want to get fit? Total Health Systems is your answer. Join us on April<br />

12 at 4:00 p.m. in <strong>the</strong>Arts & Crafts Room to meet weight loss<br />

coach Camille Tirzah for a lecture on her pound-shedding “Lifestyle<br />

Weight Management System” Program. Camille has lost over 100<br />

pounds on her program. Come and meet People Magazine cover girl<br />

and learn her secrets to long term success.<br />

See you at our fitness classes offered at various days and times. Check<br />

your calendar for updated information. We offer certified personal<br />

trainers and group exercise instructors, licensed massage <strong>the</strong>rapists<br />

and physical <strong>the</strong>rapists for all your health and wellness needs. We can<br />

even help you with sports-specific training (golf, tennis, etc.). Please<br />

call 561.706.1141 for questions, first time massage specials and free<br />

evaluations for training.<br />

20/20/20<br />

20 minutes of aerobics, 20 minutes of standing strength and balance<br />

work, and 20 minutes of floor work including strength and stretching.<br />

Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 and 9:15 a.m. in<br />

<strong>the</strong> Aerobics Room and now every Thursday night at 7 p.m.!<br />

Water Aerobics<br />

Increase balance, flexibility<br />

and range of motion safely<br />

while improving your<br />

cardiovascular system using<br />

a noodle & water weights.<br />

Classes are held every<br />

Monday and Wednesday<br />

morning at 10:30 a.m. in <strong>the</strong><br />

Pool.<br />

Yoga<br />

Yoga is a gentle way of moving and breathing to increase energy,<br />

balance, focus and relaxation. The untraditional postures include<br />

standing, sitting and lying down. This class is offered on Monday<br />

mornings at 9:00 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> Aerobics Room.<br />

Zumba<br />

A fusion of Latin and international music/<br />

dance <strong>the</strong>mes create a fun, dynamic &<br />

effective fitness class. Zumba combines<br />

easy-to-follow dance steps with fast and<br />

slow rhythms that tone and sculpt <strong>the</strong><br />

body. Classes are held every Friday at 8<br />

and 9:15 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> Aerobics Room.<br />

Meditation<br />

This class will help you reduce tension<br />

and stress, feel happier, more relaxed<br />

while improving your health, mental<br />

clarity and vitality. Offered on Thursday<br />

at 5:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Aerobics Room.


On The Courts<br />

Ladies Clinics – Join us every Wednesday for two ladies<br />

clinics - intermediate players at 4:30 p.m. and beginners at<br />

5:30 p.m. The cost is $10 a person. Even if you have never hit a<br />

ball before or have not played since wooden rackets came out, you<br />

can still get back into tennis.<br />

League Play - The Claymates season will be starting in early<br />

April for both <strong>the</strong> men and women. If you are interested in<br />

participating, see Keith at <strong>the</strong> Pro Shop.<br />

Mixed Round Robin - Join us every Saturday at 8 a.m. on<br />

<strong>the</strong> courts for a tennis mixed round robin. Meet your neighbors<br />

and make new friends while playing this fun game. We are asking<br />

for a $1 donation each week to cover costs.<br />

Men’s Doubles Round Robin – Join us every Wednesday<br />

at 7 p.m. as we invite <strong>the</strong> men to come out and play in a doubles<br />

round robin. It’s a great way to work on your game. Meet at <strong>the</strong><br />

Tennis Pro Shop. No reservations are necessary.<br />

Pizza & Beer Doubles Mixer - Sign up for our Pizza and<br />

Beer Doubles Mixer on <strong>the</strong> second Friday of each month. This<br />

fun night out costs only $10 per person.<br />

Delray Beach ATP Event – Nearly 40 residents attending <strong>the</strong><br />

recent tournament with Tennis Pro Keith Dunlop who was able to<br />

pull some strings and secure <strong>the</strong> only shaded seats in <strong>the</strong> stadium!<br />

All had a wonderful time watching fantastic tennis from <strong>the</strong> Bryan<br />

Bro<strong>the</strong>rs and o<strong>the</strong>r greats.<br />

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Movie Madness<br />

Join us for our monthly feature at 7:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall.<br />

Only $1 includes popcorn, soft drinks, and<br />

a movie on <strong>the</strong> big screen in <strong>the</strong> Social Hall.<br />

Reservations up to 48 hours in advance at<br />

<strong>the</strong> Box Office.<br />

The Ides of March<br />

Friday, April 13<br />

Stephen Meyers is an idealist who’s<br />

brilliant at communications. He’s<br />

second in command of Governor<br />

Mike Morris’s presidential<br />

campaign, and he’s a true believer.<br />

In <strong>the</strong> middle of <strong>the</strong> Ohio primary,<br />

<strong>the</strong> campaign manager of Morris’s<br />

opponent asks Meyers to meet and<br />

he offers him a job. At <strong>the</strong> same<br />

time, Morris’s negotiations for <strong>the</strong><br />

endorsement of <strong>the</strong> man in third place, a North Carolina Senator,<br />

hit a snag. A young campaign intern, Molly Stearns, gets Stephen’s<br />

romantic attention. Republicans have a trick up <strong>the</strong>ir sleeves,<br />

Stephen may be too trusting, and Molly has a secret. What’s most<br />

important: career, victory or virtue? Stars George Clooney, Ryan<br />

Gosling and Marisa Tomei. Rated R. Run time is 101 minutes.<br />

War Horse<br />

Friday, May 11<br />

From Director Steven Spielberg and<br />

starring Jeremy Irvine and Emily<br />

Watson, this is a great movie of hope<br />

and courage. Dartmoor,1914: To<br />

his wife’s dismay farmer Narracott<br />

buys a thoroughbred horse ra<strong>the</strong>r<br />

than a plough animal, but when his<br />

teenaged son Albert trains <strong>the</strong> horse<br />

and calls him Joey, <strong>the</strong> two becoming<br />

inseparable. When his harvest fails,<br />

<strong>the</strong> farmer has to sell Joey to <strong>the</strong><br />

British cavalry and he is shipped to France where, after a disastrous<br />

offensive he is captured by <strong>the</strong> Germans and changes hands twice<br />

more before he is found, caught in <strong>the</strong> barbed wire in No Man’s<br />

Land four years later and freed. He is returned behind British lines<br />

where Albert, now a private, has been temporarily blinded by gas,<br />

but still recognizes his beloved Joey. However, as <strong>the</strong> Armistice is<br />

declared, Joey is set to be auctioned off. After all <strong>the</strong>y have been<br />

through, will Albert and Joey return home toge<strong>the</strong>r? Rated PG-13.<br />

Run time is 114 minutes.


Canyon Town Center<br />

All events are free admission with festival seating. Bring<br />

a lawn chair or blanket and picnic baskets. Pets on leashes<br />

are welcome.<br />

Bengali New Year<br />

Saturday, April 14: Noon – 10 p.m.<br />

The Bangladesh American Multicultural Organization<br />

presents this special event. Enjoy Asian music and dance,<br />

fashion shows, arts & crafts vendors and much more.<br />

Sy Shatzberg & <strong>the</strong> Gold Coast Dance Band<br />

Saturday, April 21: 7- 9 p.m.<br />

The <strong>GL</strong> <strong>Homes</strong> concert series presents <strong>the</strong> Big Band and<br />

Swing sounds of this band live in concert. Come dance<br />

under <strong>the</strong> stars from 7 to 9 p.m.<br />

Karaoke with Alex Under <strong>the</strong> Stars<br />

Saturday, April 28: 5 – 9 p.m.<br />

You can be <strong>the</strong> star on <strong>the</strong> stage tonight.<br />

Viva Classic Rock-N-Roll<br />

Saturday, May 5: 7- 9 p.m.<br />

<strong>GL</strong> <strong>Homes</strong> concert series presents this outstanding group<br />

known for <strong>the</strong>ir 4-part harmonies with an emphasis on<br />

music from <strong>the</strong> ‘50s and ‘60s. Viva is <strong>the</strong> #1 Classic Rock<br />

‘n Roll Band in South Florida. Come out and enjoy this top<br />

notch band as <strong>the</strong>y play hits like Magic Carpet Ride, Mac<br />

The Knife, and Peppermint Twist.<br />

Karaoke with Alex Under <strong>the</strong> Stars<br />

Saturday, May 26: 5 – 9 p.m.<br />

You can be <strong>the</strong> star on <strong>the</strong> stage tonight.<br />

Lifestyle Update:<br />

8<br />

Homeowners and <strong>the</strong>ir families<br />

enjoyed a party at <strong>the</strong> pool with<br />

fun music, games and prizes!<br />

I hope you enjoyed <strong>the</strong> recent Entertainment Showcase presented by William Clare Agency. Thank you for all your comments sheets and for<br />

supporting this event. This season is certainly going fast and can you believe it’s time to plan for our New Year’s Eve Party? If you would like to<br />

volunteer to be on this working committee to help determine <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>me, caterer, entertainment and décor, please sign up at <strong>the</strong> Box Office and we<br />

will let you know when we will have our first meeting. We have 11 openings for this committee.<br />

Thanks to <strong>the</strong> success of <strong>the</strong> HOA shows this season, <strong>the</strong> HOA is able to provide live music by <strong>the</strong> pool throughout <strong>the</strong> summer at no charge<br />

to residents! Join us on many Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m. with your friends and neighbors for a fun afternoon. Our first event will feature live<br />

Jimmy Buffet music on May 19. A schedule of performers and dates is available at <strong>the</strong> clubhouse. Thank you for your support of our shows.<br />

See you at <strong>the</strong> pool!<br />

Happy Spring,<br />

Darlene Goss, Social Director

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