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4 Community Matters
Monthly update on HOA related topics
from your community manager.
6
Getting Involved
Learn how to get involved in your
community.
7 Violation of the Month
Explore the different administrative duties
of your HOA.
Learn about upcoming events and the
current offerings of your lifestyle program.
9 Discover Your Lifestyle
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13 Dressed In Hope
Read about the updates of your favorite
local charity.
16 Access Control Update
30
Health Tips
Read about tips for healthy living.
Gate security updates from the guards.
17 Important Reminders
Keep up with the rules & regulations
of the community.
20 Beauty News
27
What's happening at your local salon!
21 Landscaping Update
Keeping the community green is no easy
task. Stay up to date with these updates.
24 City of Orlando
Monthly calendar & updates from officials.
25 Wellness Tips
Get balanced and be well.
26 Home Decor
Make your house a home with these tips.
27 Monthly Maintenance Report
Check out this month's topic.
28 Calendar of Events
7
Check out what's happening this month!
30 Important Contacts
Stay in touch!
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APRIL IN
REVIEW
Recap of the
Community’s
Progress and recent
Board of Directors’
Meeting.
“MAY YOUR TROUBLES BE
LESS AND YOUR BLESSINGS
BE MORE. AND NOTHING BUT
HAPPINESS COME THROUGH
YOUR DOOR” -IRISH BLESSING
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COMMUNITY
MATTERS
COMMUNITY MANAGER: Kim Morton
EMAIL: vwinfo@accessdifference.com
WEBSITE: villagewalkatlakenona.com
VillageWalk at Lake Nona
Community Update
Another full month of progress and momentum
for our beautiful VillageWalk Community! Let’s begin
with our recent Board of Directors Meeting. At this
meeting held on March 31st, we welcomed our newest
homeowner member of the board, Allen Eschette. Allen
had previously dedicated a great deal of time on
our Architectural Review Committee over the last year
and a half getting familarized with the operations of
Community Association. He joins another VillageWalk
neighbor, Tom Rose, who was appointed the first quarter
of 2014. Allen will be joining Tom with a very hands-on
approach of preparing the community for tranistion
in the future. One of the focus items is forming our
committees. At the Board Meeting, we established our
Compliance, Tennis and Access Control Committee. We
will be working with the appointed Committee Chairs on
further forming these established committees.
We have been working closely with Chris through
our 2015 annual landscaping replacement program
and will continue to do so through May. As always, I
am loving and appreciating our timely rainfall and all
UPCOMING
PROJECTS
This month we will be continuing to work on the implementation
of scheduled special projects. This includes, but of course is
not limited to, the painting and repairs to the community town
center, Phase 1 of the community bridges and sections of
the perimeter wall. We will also be bringing a community pool
monitor for the busy summer months during the weekend! Have
a wonderful month everyone!
of the greenscape throughout the community. We have
also been addressing areas of needed rejuvination
around the VillageWalk Town Center.
We are very excited to have Michael Ireland
join our team as our new Maintenance Supervisor.
Many of you have welcomed him so warmly, and he is
absolutely so thrilled to be here. Michael and I worked
together years back at a community in SW Orlando. I
was so lucky to bump into him right here in Lake Nona!
Along with our community contractors and partners,
we have been working on our annual preventitive
maintenance schedule sprucing up the clock tower,
as well as the community entrance, gatehouse and
amenities.
This Saturday will mark the grand opening of
Enclave at VillageWalk. We are excited to welcome our
new neighbors to the community and stretch towards
completion of this amazing master-planned community
with such great residents and awesome Lifestyle
Program. We are grateful to play a role in this unique
community.
6 | VillageWalk Wire - May 2015
I Pay My Assessment...
Don't Bother Me!
Many of you can probably relate to the following statement: “I pay my
assessment each month, which is all I am required to do by our association, so
don’t bother me with newsletter articles about getting involved or lecture me
about my obligation to participate in committees, serve on the board or attend
meetings. If there is something wrong, I will make my opinion known. Until
then, leave me alone!”
Fortunately not all owners feel that way, but it is a sentiment that is
shared by many owners who, if they would just open their mind and transcend
that limited way of thinking, could contribute much to the betterment of our
community.
Let’s suppose you invest $300,000 with a financial brokerage firm whose responsibility to you is to do
everything possible to preserve, maintain and enhance that investment. The only responsibility you have to
them is to pay their transaction commissions. However, during the course of your relationship with this firm,
they continually plead with you to attend investment workshops to learn what your money is doing, read
your transaction summary in order to understand where your money is and take an active role in the choices
that will guide the placement of your investments. Would your attitude be the same towards your brokerage
firm as it is towards your association? Probably not. The successful investor wants to know everything about
their investments and their investment opportunities, business practices of the firm they have their money
invested with and will gladly read everything sent to them about the status of their investment in hopes of
learning something that will help make them more successful investors.
In reality, the attitudes about your community association should be no different than your attitudes
about your investment brokerage firm. Both are charged with preserving, maintaining and enhancing your
investment. The only difference is that the investment that your community association is protecting is your
home and our attitudes about our home can be much more emotional and our attachments much different
than our attitudes and attachments about our money (although, ultimately they are one and the same). Our
home is our castle and the owner is King of the castle. Anyone who dares to tell the King what to do, how
to behave and why they should venture outside of the castle and get involved is perceived of as a threat to
the quality of their life. Our money, on the other hand, is a tool to be used in order to make more money
and when anyone suggests what to do, how to invest and encourages you to get involved in investment
decisions, the smart investor would be foolish not to explore every opportunity to get involved because your
investments will, hopefully, someday improve your quality of life.
Let’s challenge the thinking that rationalizes our non-participation by remembering that involvement
is not solicited in order to intrude upon our lives and lay siege to our castle.
Participation is needed in order to contribute to the betterment of our community and improve the
quality of life for everyone in it. Every member of our community has knowledge, skills and experience that
our association would love to have access to. Consider the desire to be a successful community member
with the same passion that you would desire to be a successful investor. Transcending the “I” “me” and
“mine” thinking that keeps us from sharing our time and energy with our association, and moving towards a
consciousness of our entire community’s needs and opportunities, results in “We” “Us”, and “Our” thinking,
which, because it leads to involvement, support and cooperation, guarantees an improvement in everyone’s
life!
For this and more articles like it, please visit http://myhoa.webs.com/apps/links/.com
Violation of the
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Month
By: Camilo Puentes
It is absolutely incredible how diverse and mature the
community has become since it started. Last month, we had
many new homeowners close on thier new homes in the southwest
corner of the community. So, please help us in welcoming our new
neighbors! I would like to take this time to remind everyone that all
exterior changes must be submitted to the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). Whether
it’s putting a brand new pool or putting in a plant, make sure to get approval! Below are a few
tips and guidelines that will greatly help those looking to make new additions to their home:
We advise those who are putting in screen enclosures or any type of exterior work,
to please leave about 1 inch of a buffer, such as
mulch, around their home. This will allow the
edging equipment used by Down to Earth, our
landscaping company, to flow easily around your
home and eliminate the possibility of any damages.
For pools, make sure all pool equipment
is buffered from view using approved shrubbery.
When installing a propane tank to heat the pool,
it must be burried underground. Having an above
ground propane tank is directly in violation of the
governing docs, and can result in a fine.
Any type of landscaping work must be submitted
to the ARC. Whether it’s a small plant or a large
tree, all landscape changes must be approved. This
ensures that any type of addition to the landscaping
compliments the continuity of the neighborhood
and prevents any invasive species that could hurt
the existing vegetation. We strongly suggest to
contact Down to Earth with any inquires on adding
or removing landscaping features, as they are more
than willing to share information on vegetation to
members of the community.
If you have any questions or concerns or would like to report a violation,
please contact the Town Center at 407.888.2704
or vwinfo@accessyourcommunity.com
All reports are kept confidential.
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Your Lifestyle
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Discover
With Kiera
Welcome to May, VillageWalk! We have appeared to skip
right past spring this year and jumped straight into summer! Hopefully you will take advantage of our pool parties and cool off with us
this summer!
Last month we held our annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Town Center lawn and we had quite
the turnout! Just under 200 children attended and decorated cupcakes, took photos with the Easter
Bunny, and of course, hunted some eggs! Unfortunately, we had to cancel our first Adult Pool Party
of the season due to weather, but am looking forward to many other pool parties this summer!
Coming up this month we have a Teen Pizza and Movie Night planned for Friday, May 8th
starring the classic movie, Anchorman. There will also be an event this month just for adults, a Dinner
& A Movie event scheduled for May 16th. From the results of a resident survey we sent, Unbroken
unanimously won as the movie you were most interested in seeing. We will tie in dinner with a theme
from the story - hint hint - Italian. We have a Memorial Day Pool Party and BBQ planned for the
23rd, so come out with your family and friends and celebrate with us! Please be sure to register online
for all of these events.
As always, don't forget to add and follow VillageWalk on social media! Our Twitter, Facebook,
and Instagram links are below, and this is also another great insight into the events we have planned
at VillageWalk!
Until next month,
Kiera Kristoffy
Your Lifestyle Director
Twitter: @VWLakeNona
Instagram: @villagewalk
Facebook: facebook.com/villagewalkatlakenonaresidents
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Twelve Defensive Dining Tips
Eating out does not mean that you have to “blow everything.” Sure, the food is
prepared with more fat than you would use at home. And, there’s no doubt that portions in
restaurants are very large. “But, there’s no need to stop eating out and there’s no need to limit yourself
to grilled chicken and salads either,” says Dr. Jo, professional speaker and author of Eat Out Healthy
(www.DrJo.com). Dr. Jo suggests you make any meal healthier with just a few “no big deal” changes.
1. TAKE THE EDGE
OFF.
Never go to a restaurant
starving - you’ll over
order! Grab a piece of
fruit on the way to the
restaurant and drink a
glass of water as soon as
you get there.
2. TALK TO THE
MANAGER.
Most restaurants are
willing to make special
requests. But, ask the
manager - they are more
knowledgeable about
the food items and its
preparation than your
server.
3. SPARE
YOURSELF THE
TEMPATION.
Split an order with a
friend or put half the
meal in a doggie bag
right away - out of sight,
out of mind!
4. WATCH WHAT
YOU EAT.
Put a limited amount of
the bread or chips on your
plate, if you want. Then
ask for the basket to be
taken away or move it
away from your reach.
5. SPEAK UP!
Don’t be afraid to order “a
la carte”, ask for a smaller/
appetizer portion, or request
substitutions such as fruit
or salad instead of fries.
Ask for the food prepared
without added fats (or less
fat); restaurants typically
pour melted butter on your
“steamed” vegetables and
brush butter on your fajitas,
steak, chicken and fish (now
you know why the plate sizzles
on the way to your table).
Order dressings, sauces and
toppings “on the side” so you
can control the portions.
9. PLAY WITH YOUR
FOOD.
Miss Manners may not
approve, but it’s your
waistline. So feel free to pat
your pizza with a napkin,
trim the visible fat off the
meat, pull off the chicken
skin, scrape off the excess
breading or sauce, and drain
the excess butter off the
veggies.
6. CHOOSE LOWER
FAT ITEMS.
Limit fried foods and those
smothered with sauce,
gravy, or cheese. These are
often twice as fattening as
the simpler items - baked,
roasted, or grilled. Instead of
prime rib, order the sirloin
(it’s half the calories). Request
pasta with tomato sauce
instead of cream - or ask for
half the cream sauce.
10. REMEMBER,
IT’S “WAIST” OR
“WASTE.” Quit the
“Clean Plate Club.” Won’t
that excess food look
better in the trash can
than on your waist? To
eliminate the temptation
to keep nibbling when
you’ve had enough, ask
the server to remove your
plate. Server no where
in sight? Then salt your
leftovers heavily or pour
on the hot sauce.
7. SIZE DOES
MATTER.
8. CONTROL YOUR
PORTIONS.
We don’t need as much
Oftentimes restaurants
protein as most restaurants offer luncheon or appetizer
serve. Consider ordering portions – even if it’s not on
protein about the size of
the menu. Order a la carte
the palm of your hand (and to get just what you want
as thick as your palm near without all the “extras.” Try
your pinky finger) – often using chopsticks – you’ll
called “petite”. Or choose likely eat less.
mixed dishes containing lots
of vegetables. Since many
stirfry dishes are mostly
meat, ask for less meat and
extra veggies.
11. CHECK THE
“PRICE” TAG ON
YOUR WAIST.
Did you know that a large
cinnamon roll has over 800
calories and contains more
than a half a stick of butter?
Or that your morning mocha
or large fountain drink
contains more than 300
calories? If you eat just 10
calories more than your body
needs each day, you’ll put on
a pound of fat in a year.
12. TREAT
YOURSELF RIGHT.
Research has shown that
deprivation often leads
to rebound bingeing and
weight gain. Indulge in
your favorite foods every
now and then.
Dr. Jo® Lichten is a PhD nutritionist and registered dietitian. As a professional speaker she has presented 1000+ programs at conventions and company meetings.
Dr. Jo® is also the author of four books including How to Stay Healthy & Fit on the Road, Eat Out Healthy, and Reboot. For more information – or to book Dr. Jo
for your next conference, go to www.DrJo.com. To receive Dr. Jo’s® email newsletter, text DRJO to 22828.
Pet
12 | VillageWalk Wire - May 2015
Safety This
Memorial Day Memorial Day arouses patriotism for many Americans. However, fireworks can turn an
otherwise normal evening into a warzone for pets, activating their flight instinct. They get
disoriented, stressed and will do anything to flee the chaos.
Be smart! Keep your dog or cat in a comfortable locked room with windows and
doors closed, some ‘white noise’ such as music or TV playing, a comfy bed and some of their
favorite toys and treats.
Never bring your pets to any firework displays. Some get so scared, they will snap the
leash and flee. The sounds can also be deafening to their sensitive ears. Same goes for your
back yard. In their panic, they may injure themselves especially if tied up.
Make sure your pets are wearing ID tags on collars, a safety practice to always follow.
Micro-chipped pups have a much better chance of being returned if they run away.
And if you are leaving town for the holiday or have guests over, make sure to review all
of the above with them.
Natural Solutions To Calm Your Pets
• Put on a Thundershirt, a shirt specifically made to calm
your dog.
• Diffuse or topically use certified pure therapeutic grade
(CPTG) essential oils. doTerra CPTG Essential Oils are
tested and safe for your animals.
• Lavender or Balance would be great choices to calm all
your household pets.
• Secure your pets inside with no open windows until the
fireworks are over.
• If you love your pets, be responsible and cautious.
• Put them in a safe, secure place - then enjoy your fun
without them!
JULIE JACOBS
DOG & FRIENDS * PAWSITIVE SOLUTIONS
Healing Your Pets’ Souls Naturally ..….Now & Forever!
407-697-5119 * julie@dogandfriends.com
Learn natural solutions for you & your pets and follow our blog :
www.pawsitive-solutions.com
Learn about essential oils at: www.mydoterra.com/pawsitivesolutions
Dressed
in Hope
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We are proud to be able to share with you this photo depicting the incredible year we had
at Dressed in Hope. With your generous donations and the hard work of dedicated volunteers,
we were able to send 480 dresses to seven different countries.
Won’t you please help us to make a little girl happy who may have never owned her own
dress before? Please check out our website to read our Mission Statement and to see how you
can help: dressedinhope.org
Please help us by donating your time, talents, or donated fabric
to "Dressed in Hope", or come see what we do on Thursdays
from 10:00 to 12:00 in the VillageWalk Town Center
Access
Control
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We need your help! Please send us a list of your family and friend who visit you on
a regular basis so that we can move them through the gate ASAP.
May 16th is prom night! Our goal, as always, will be to keep the guest lane moving.
If you have a visitor coming on prom night, please let us know as soon as possible. Please
help us help you and all of your visitors. By calling us in advance of the arrival of visitors,
we can be prepared for them. This makes the stop at the gate house quick and easy!
Whether it is friends, family or a delivery, our goal is to get them to you ASAP, but
always focused on your safety and privacy first.
As always it is our pleasure to meet or exceed your needs and to give the most
dependable reliable service in the industry.
Sincerely,
Your Weiser Security Team
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the gatehouse at 407.816.0010
Important
Reminders
May 2015 - VillageWalk Wire | 17
Parking
Please Make Sure That You And Any Of Your Guests Are Properly Parked After Hours In
Your Driveways And Off The Street, Not Blocking Any Sidewalks And Not Parallel On The
Apron To Avoid The Costly Expense Of Towing. The Hoa Has An Agreement With Airport
Towing To Tow For Any Of The Above Mentioned Vilations. Please Refer To Your Governing
Documents Or Contact The Town Center With Any Questions.
Trash Cans
Please Store Trash Containers In Your Garage. Trash Containers Can Be Put Out No Earlier
Than 5Pm The Evening Before And Must Be Removed No Later Than Midnight The Day Of
Pick Up. Trash Containers Must Be Stored In An Area Not Visible From Street View. Failure
To Do So Will Result In Violations.
Driving In Villagewalk
For The Safety Of Our Residents, It Is Very Important That You Are Mindful Of Your Speed.
Speed Limit Signs Are Posted Throughout The Neighborhood And Should Be Obeyed. Please
Help Keep Our Streets Safe As There Are Children Playing And Residents Enjoying The
Beautiful Community That Villagewalk Is. Please Be Respectful Of Others For Your Safety
And Theirs.
Pets
Please Be A Courteous Neighbor And Pick Up After Your Furry Friends. There Are Pet
Waste Stations Located Throughout The Community For Your Convenience. In Addition, All
Dogs Must Be On A Leash At All Times.
Excess Noise After 10:00pm
Please Be Considerate Of Your Fellow Neighbors When Having Gatherings At Your Home.
There Have Been Several Complaints About Late Night Excessive Noise And Nuisances. In
Accordance To The Noise And Vibration Control: The Orange County Noise And Vibration
Control Ordinance, 15-180 Article V, Provides For The Mental And Emotional Well Being Of
All Residents In Orange County. Specifically, The Ordinance Provides That Noise Levels In
Excess Of 60 Decibels (Db), Between 7 Am And 10 Pm, Violate County Ordinances. Noise
Levels Over 55 Db, Between 10 Pm And 7 Am Also Violate These Regulations. The Orange
County Code Provides Penalties For Noise Exceeding These Levels. The Ordinance Applies To
Noise From Any Source Impacting Residential Land Use Areas.
Assessments
Please Keep In Mind That Your Monthly Assessments Are Due On The First Of
Every Month. You Have A 30 Day Grace Period To Give Time For Mailing. You Have
Several Options For Payment. Mail To The Lock Box In Az, Pay Online At www.
villagewalkatlakenonacom Or Sign Up For Direct Debit. *See Hoa Office For More Details.
Magnificent
National
Memorial
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The
Mt. Rushmore
Attracting millions of visitors every year, Mount Rushmore National
Memorial is a memorable piece of American history imprinted on a magnificent
natural landmark. Set in the Black Hills of South Dakota, this National
Monument proudly shows travelers the country’s rich heritage illustrious past
including its ideals and development.
Mount Rushmore itself bears the large sculpted faces of four important
presidents of the United States of America. They include George Washington, who
led the American Revolutionary War against Great Britain; Thomas Jefferson,
the author of the Declaration of Independence; Theodore Roosevelt, who led the
country into rapid economic growth in the 20th century; and Abraham Lincoln,
who abolished slavery and won the American Civil War. Interestingly, there were about 400 people who worked
during the carving process on Mount Rushmore. Such a delicate and even risky process took place from October
1927 to October 1941.
To get a closer view of the natural monument, hike the Presidential Trail, which also features the various
flora and fauna in the area. After admiring the carefully sculpted heads of the great presidents of the country; there
are other things that you can explore and experience at the National Memorial grounds to make your trip more
comprehensive. Plenty of wildlife also roam this area, including Rocky Mountain goat, mule deer, and bison.
Head out to the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center to marvel at the exhibits and watch the film that showcases
the history and methods behind the carving of Mount Rushmore. There is also a Sculptor's Studio, where you can
see the scale model of the landmark. You can even participate in the Sculptor's Studio talk or one of the ranger
walks conducted around the site. If you would like to explore the National Monument at your own pace, you can
sign up for an audio tour at no less than the Audio Tour Building!
To learn more about the original residents of the Black Hills, drop by the Lakota, Nakota and Dakota
Heritage Village, which welcome visitors from mid-June to mid-August. And if your visit happens to fall in the
middle of May all the way through the last week of September, consider attending the lovely Evening Lightning
Ceremony. During this time the magnificent sculptures are beautifully illuminated starting from sunset until 8:00
pm.
The good news is that access to Mount Rushmore National Memorial is completely free! However, there are
some prescribed fees when you access the park area at the memorial grounds. The visitor facilities of the memorial
are open throughout the year, seven days a week except for the 25th of December. Visiting hours are from 5 am to
8 pm (October 1-March 19) and 5 am to 11 pm (March 20-September 30).
Although camping is not allowed in the actual National Memorial vicinity, there are lodging and dining
facilities within the Black Hills of South Dakota. You can inquire more about the details at the Information Center,
situated very close to walk-in entrance of the memorial. Aside from the Information Center, the national memorial
grounds is also equipped with a gift shop, and the Carver’s Café. Take note that there is public transportation that
goes directly to Mount Rushmore National Memorial from nearby Rapid City.
Several tour companies also have packages to the different National Parks that include Mount Rushmore.
Summer dates are most popular and tend to sell out first. Plan your trip in advance as space can be limited and
If you would like to learn more or request a brochure on all the possibilities, Contact your neighbor,
Marilee Terp, at 321.251.4777 or mterp@cruiseplanners.com. To learn more about Cruise Planners and our different vacations including escorted tours and all-inclusives like Sandals and Beaches
resorts, visit our website at http://www.vacationtravelplanners.com/
Photo courtesy of Andrea Kelemen
Landscaping
Update
May 2015 - VillageWalk Wire | 21
By: Chris Skersick
The saying "April showers bring May flowers" is
not usually the "norm" for Central Florida. However,
after an extended period with no measurable rain
we finally got some much needed help from Mother
Nature. I have said many times before, irrigation is
meant to supplement rainfall, not replace it! It seems
that most of the plants damaged by the cold weather
are recovering nicely. In addition to our regularly
scheduled services, we have been working with the HOA, upgrading some of the landscaping around
the amenities and throughout the community. We are still working thru some service issues, but
overall the feedback we have been getting is mostly positive! We will continue to upgrade our staff
and work hard each week to improve our services to this community.
Our maintenance team will continue with their weekly mowing schedule this month. Your
property should receive a detail visit approx. every three weeks. Weeds are the biggest concern right
now and we will be doing our best to keep them under control. We are working to help control
disease spread among the palm trees and to improve their overall health, in doing so we only want
to remove the fronds which are completely dead.
Our agronomic team will be applying an insecticide this month as a proactive approach to
controlling Chinch bugs in the turf. We will also be scouting for pest issues as we move throughout
the community. Please use our customer service system if you believe there is a health problem with
your turf or shrubs and the team will be glad to take a look.
I know our irrigation team was glad to see some rainfall. We will be continuing our rotational
inspections of the system. Please keep in mind this system is very complex and every time an issue
gets fixed another one arises. Please let us know if you think you have a problem and we will get to
you as soon as possible. Please do not touch the valves yourself!
If you ever have any questions or concerns you can use our customer service system or
contact your HOA and we will do our best to help. We appreciate the opportunity we are afforded,
servicing this beautiful community.
Landscape Service Contact Information
Down2EarthInc.com
customerservice@down2earthinc.com
844.383.9255 x 0
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ReportingSuspicious Activity
By: Georgeanna Butler
Suspicious activity is anything that is out of the
ordinary or should not be occurring. Knowing your
neighbors, their habits, and the composition of their
households will make it easier to recognize and report
any suspicious activities occurring in your neighborhood.
How To Report Suspicious Activity
When reporting suspicious activity, always call 9-1-1 first!
• Stay on the phone and answer all questions. Do not hang up until the dispatcher
tells you to! Follow the directions of the dispatcher. He or she is trained for
emergency situations and will guide you through the entire process.
• Give your specific location.
• Be sure to remain calm and to speak clearly. The 911 dispatcher may ask you the
following information: Your name, address, phone number; and what is happening. If
it is a crime, he or she may ask for: a description of the suspect or suspect’s vehicle;
the direction he or she is heading; and the vehicle’s license #.
• Emergency calls are prioritized according to the degree that persons or property
are being threatened. A crime in progress receives a quicker response than one that
was committed in the past.
For more information on how you can help keep your community safe, call the
Crime Prevention Division of the Orlando Police Department at 407.246.2461
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May 1, 2015
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Movieola at Lake Eola
East Lawn
Free family event with lawn games and food
vendors. The movie ‘Big Hero 6′ starts at 8 p.m.
May 9, 2015
9 a.m. – Noon
Community Connections Workshop Series
hosted by the City of Orlando & Orange
CountyTopic: Neighborhood Emergency
Response Plan “NERP”
Orange County Internal Operations Center
450 E. South Street, Orlando, FL 32801
For more information and to register go to
ocfl.net/CommunityConnections or call 407836-0035
May 10, 2015
12:00 - 4:30 p.m.
The Mennello Museum of American Art
Free Family Fun Day
Enjoy children’s crafts, mini-tours and open
galleries. For more information visit http://www.
mennellomuseum.com/events.html
Every Sunday
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Eola Sunday Market
Lake Eola, Downtown Orlando
This market has gained a reputation of
being one of the best in Central Florida. The
market features fresh produce, homemade
breads, an assortment of local cuisines, beer
and wine and a variety of artwork and
entertainment. For more information go to
orlandofarmersmarket.com
City of Orlando
District 1 Calendar
City Commissioner
- District 1
Jim Gray 407.246.2001
Jim.gray@cityoforlando.net
Aide
Jeanne Wilson 407.246.3011
Jeanne.wilson@cityoforlando.net
OPD Liaison Officer
Edgar Malave
407.246.2513
Edgar.malave@cityoforlando.net
These events are posted as a
courtesy only and could be
subject to change. If you have an
interest in the event, please confirm
before attending. Visit http://www.
cityoforlando.net/district01/recentevents/ for more information.
Office of City Commissioners
400 S. Orange Avenue
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Health Tips
May 2015 - VillageWalk Wire | 25
Defensive
Dining Tips
26 | VillageWalk Wire - May 2015
Design Tips: Family Room
Where Do I Start?
Start by identifying how you want the space to
function. Will it be formal, or a warm and casual place for the
family to come together? Will you have audio/visual equipment?
If you are using the space as a casual place for your family and
want a television and audio equipment; that is the best place
to start. First decide the best wall to use to house the audio/
visual equipment. Now decide how to contain the equipment,
using an entertainment center, built-in, or a TV mounted above
a fireplace.
Once that is determined, consider how much space
you have and begin choosing your furniture pieces. You will want
to be able to view the TV from as many seats as possible, but that is not the only consideration. You
will want to have a space that is also conducive to conversation.
Most likely you will want a coffee table and end tables. Keep
furniture pieces the correct size and scale for the space. If the
space is limited, try sectional furniture, where you can purchase
the pieces individually so they can be configured to fit the space
properly. Chairs that swivel are a good option as well, they can
move to converse and swivel for optimal TV viewing.
When choosing your furniture, bear in mind traffic flow. If
this is going to be a room heavily used, it is important to keep
appropriate access and walkways, so the room functions well and
does not feel over crowded.
Next, make sure the room is visually balanced. You do not want the room to have all of the large
pieces on one side and little to nothing on the opposite side. Be sure to keep the eye moving around
the room by varying the heights of objects. Use accent pieces, art,
accessories and window treatments to accomplish this.
Finally, decide on a color scheme. It could be monochromatic,
varying shades of a single color. When using a monochromatic color
scheme, be sure to bring in lots of texture and some pattern for
interest. Try layering the tones. When choosing more than one color,
try using the rule of threes. Choose three colors, a main color using
shades of that color for 60-70 % of the room, a second color using 2030% in the room and an accent color using about 10%.
For more design tips contact us at
DecorByCarolFisher.com 407.542.8499 DecorByCarolFisher@gmail.com
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Monthly
Maintenance Report
With Michael Ireland
Hello VillageWalk,
My name is Michael, your new maintenance
specialist. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania (Go Steelers!) and moved into the
greater Orlando area about 13 years ago and have
been living down here ever since. As much as I miss
home, I absolutely love the weather down here!
Between Orlando and Pittsburgh, I have put in about 20 plus years in the
maintenance industry. I’ve had the opportunity to work in some great areas and some
not so great neighborhoods. And first of all, let me just say this is best neighborhood I
have worked for in those 20 odd years. It is a great honor and privilege to be working
with Access Management taking care of this beautiful community. It’s a great feeling
coming to work every day with a smile on my face, something I have not done in a
long time. In my first month here I have been doing a lot cleaning up and organizing
around the Town Center and getting in touch with our vendors to better understand
the neighborhood. I’ve also had the great pleasure of
meeting some of you already and for those that I have
yet to meet, feel free to stop by and say howdy!
As always, If you see something that needs care,
please bring it to our attention in the HOA office and
it will be taken care of as soon as possible. Of course,
you can always come up to me personally and let me
know, as I am usually outside tending to all kinds of
different matters. I hope to get to know everyone in
VillageWalk and show each and every one of you the
top tier service this neighborhood deserves!
Until next month!
Michael
ACTIVITIES THIS
MAY
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
@ 9:30 AM BALLROOM
EXERCISE FOR FUN
Low-impact exercise guided by
a DVD work out video. Please
remember to bring your tennis
shoes, a bottle of water, and a
towel.
MONDAYS
@ 6:15 PM BALLROOM
Events & Activities are subject to change.
An email blast will be sent out stating any
changes.
POKER
Games played: 7 Card Stud, 5
Card Stud, 5 Card Draw, Jacks
or Better, Texas Hold’Em. No Card
Sharks, please, as this is a friendly/
social game.
COST: $10.00 buy-in
MORE INFORMATION:
Contact Chuck at c.capt@yahoo.
com or 407.371.3022
PILATES SCULPT & TONE
THURSDAYS
@ 1:30 PM CARD ROOM
COST: $10 per class
MORE INFORMATION:
Contact Jessica at
jessica@waveofwellness.net
A fascinating rummy-like game
played with tiles rather than
cards. The game originated in
China, dating back to the time
of Confucius. A very small amount
of time and effort is required to
master and become familiar with
the elementary principles of the
game. Your patience in mastering
the fine point of Mahjongg will be
repaid many times by the keen
enjoyment invariably derived from
the game.
Your body will continue to be
challenged, lenthened and
strengthened with this Pilatesbased class, utilizing a variety of
cutting edge exercises and props!
Suitable for all fitness levels.
Don’t forget to register for events and
activities via email or at the Town Center.
This will help us in planning all programs.
MAHJONGG
THURSDAYS
@ 5:45 PM TOWN CENTER
YOGA
Energy Flow Yoga gets you moving
and breathing to music you know as
well as fascinating new music. Yoga
builds muscle, increases flexibility and
lessens many chronic pain situations.
All expertise levels welcomed! Bring a
yoga/exercise mat (or purchase one
before class) and a bottle of water.
COST: first class is $5, general drop
in is $15, or 8 classes for $80 (partial
months payments are prorated at
$10 per class)
TO RSVP EMAIL: vwlife@
accessyourcommunity.com
TENNIS FREE CLINICS
ADULTS AND SENIORS
Every Friday @ 8:30 AM
May 6th @ 6:30 PM
May 13th @ 6:30 PM (Round Robin)
May 20th @ 6:30 PM (Round Robin)
KIDS AGES 4-12
May 6th @ 5:00 PM
THURSDAYS
@ 4:15 PM TOWN CENTER
GENTLE YOGA
TUESDAYS
@ 9AM CARD ROOM
BIBLE STUDY
If you do not have a Bible, one
can be provided for you at no
charge
MORE INFORMATION: RSVP with
Deana Mills at 720.837.4500 or
RainbowAvenue1@gmail.com
TUESDAYS
@ 7 PM TOWN CENTER
This class will provide a low-key,
thorough yoga experience for
body, mind and spirit. It is great for
total beginners and ideal for yoga
students wanting more strength and
flexibility as well as stress reduction
and improved mental focus. Plan on
leaving class feeling peaceful and
uplifted. Bring a yoga/exercise mat (or
purchaseonebeforeclass)andabottle
of water.
COST: first class is $5, general
drop in is $15, or 8 classes for
$80 (partial months payments are
prorated at $10 per class)
TO RSVP EMAIL: vwlife@
accessyourcommunity.com
MORE INFORMATION:
Please contact Pedro at
pluis.estrada@yahoo.com
FRIDAY, MAY 1ST
@ 6:30 PM BALLROOM
BINGO NIGHT
Bingo is back!!! Join us for this fun
game enjoyed by people of all ages
and play for your chance to win a
prizes and the ultimate grand prize!
WOMEN OF STRENGTH
COST: $1 per card, 5 card limit per
person
Women of all ages, backgrounds,
cultures meet and get to know
each other and themselved. This
group is focused on uplifting and
inspiring women and girls.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6TH
@ 6-9 PM RETAIL AREA
MORE INFORMATION:
Contact Ivy Moore at
womenofstrength777@gmail.com
FOOD TRUCKS
Various local food trucks from
varying cuisines. Check for emails
with list of vendors.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13TH
@ 6 - 8PM BALLROOM
COST: $13 / adult to eat, free to just
watch the movie!
SATURDAY, MAY 23RD
@ 1:00 PM RESORT POOL
MEMORIAL DAY BBQ
Join us for a pool party and
BBQ to remember our troops!
DJ, Games, Prizes, and Food!
Menu of BBQ chicken quarters,
hamburgers, fruit salad, pasta
salad, and corn on the cob! Yum!
COST: $10 / adult, $6 / child
The game is divided into round with under 12, $3 just to party!
TASTY TRIVIA
5 questions each. Questions can
be about music, geography, current
events, TV, spelling, and more!
COST: $13 for food and trivia. $5
just to play!
THURSDAY, MAY 21ST
@ 6:30 PM TOWN CENTER
BUNCO
Let the party begin! Here’s a classic
dice game designed for anywhere
from 4 to 12 players. No matter how
many people are rolling, the point
is always the same: to roll a Bunco
(three consecutive rolls in which the
number currently in play appears).
The Bunco bell sounds, the fuzzy
die is passed, and the pace gets
more and more hectic. It’s simple, it’s
fun, and it’s a great excuse for a
party. Please RSVP and bring a dish
to share.
TO RSVP: Contact Elaine at
elainegenter@yahoo.com
FRIDAY, MAY 8TH
@ 6:30 PM TOWN CENTER
TEEN MOVIE NIGHT
Enjoy a night out with your friends
for a pizza dinner followed by a
showing of Anchorman!
Cost: $6.00 / person to eat. RSVP
by Wednesday, May 6th.
TUESDAY, MAY 12TH & 26TH
@ 7 PM TOWN CENTER
TUESDAY, MAY 19TH
@ 7-8:30 PM BALLROOM
WELLNESS SERIES
Discover natural solutions for your
health and wellness at this month's
discussion. This is a 6-Month Series
covering a range of wellness topics.
COST: Free to attend
MORE INFORMATION: Deanna
Snyder at bewell@deannasnyder.
com
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20TH
@ 7 PM TOWN CENTER
WRITERS & ILLUSTRATORS CLUB
Calling all writers and illustrators,
join us every 3rd Wednesday of
Each Month for a collaborative
meeting.
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH
@ 6PM TOWN CENTER
ADULT DINNER & A MOVIE
Starring: Unbroken! Italian dinner
from Carrabba's and a showing
of Unbroken at 6:45! Dinner
menu includes House Salad,
Chicken Marsala, and Garlic
Mashed Potatoes. RSVP required
by Monday, May 11th!
FRIDAY, MAY 29TH
@ 7 PM BALLROOM
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT:
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM 3
When the exhibits at New York's
Natural History Museum start
behaving strangely, Larry Daley
(Ben Stiller) -- now the director of
nighttime operations -- must find
out the cause. He learns that the
Tablet, which magically brings Teddy
Roosevelt (Robin Williams), Jedediah
(Owen Wilson) and the other exhibits
to life at night, has started to decay.
Larry, along with his son and museum
friends, must travel to London's British
Museum to learn how to prevent the
Tablet's magic from disappearing.
COST: Free to all residents. Popcorn
and light refreshments will be served.
SATURDAY, MAY 30TH
@ 9:30 AM TOWN CENTER
GARDEN CLUB
Would you like to grow your own
veggies at your home? Come join
other gardeners and learn about
aeroponic gardening.
COST: Free to attend
VillageWalk
at Lake Nona
Contact Info
Town Center Hours
Monday - Saturday
9 a.m - 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 -6 p.m.
Gatehouse
407.816.0010
Meet The Staff
Kim Morton - Town Manager
Valerie Velazquez - Assistant Manager
Michael Ireland - Maintenance Supervisor
Kiera Kristoffy - Lifestyle Director
Anthony Hernandez - Associate Engineer
Camilo Puentes - Administrative Assistant
Looking for a
venue for your
next big event?
Then look no further! The VillageWalk Town
Center Ballroom is a multipurpose room featuring
a built-in projector and screen. It is the perfect
setting for business meetings, corporate conferences,
birthday celebrations, graduations, family reunions,
holiday parties, weddings and receptions. If you are
interested in booking the ballroom for your next
event or for more information, please stop by the
Town Center or email vwlife@accessyourcommunity.
com for a rental application and rates.
Tainna Rosario - Resident Services Specialist
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