Octob er 2015 - Celebration, FL Real Estate

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October 2015
The Official Newsletter of Celebration
www.celebration.fl.us
A LOOK
INSIDE
October 3
Throughout Celebration
FAMILY
October 24
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Lakeside
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COMMUNITY
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E D U C AT I O N
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HEALTH
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PLACE
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TECHNOLOGY
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Celebration Kicks off Ninth Annual
Oktoberfest with Falling Leaves
on October 23 and 24
Come join us this October 23 and 24 as Celebration
Town Center brings the colors, sights, and sounds of
fall to central Florida once again for its ninth annual
Oktoberfest celebration! Come and watch the fall
leaves drop onto Market Street right before your very
eyes. Enjoy a lakeside view while listening to live
music all while enjoying this one-of-a-kind themed
event.
Starting Friday, October 23, Oktoberfest will get
kick started with a traditional German experience,
featuring the sounds of Dan Witucki & Heimatland
Musikanten. Come watch and join in with this
interactive, live show, featuring German customs
such as yodeling, sing-a-long
fun, and much more!
On Saturday October 24,
the celebration continues as
Celebration Town Center puts
on, “Rocktoberfest.” Music
will be performed live by
Jordyn Kane, and the amazing
The Jonnie Morgan Band.
November 4 – 8
See Page 40
The Jonnie Morgan Band
Jordyn Kane
Come and ring in
the fall season this
year in Celebration
with one of the most
family-friendly and
fun Oktoberfest
celebrations in the
southeast!
Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten
There is something for
everyone in the family.
Hop on a hayride, dance to
terrific live music, paint a
pumpkin, or just stroll and
enjoy the crisp fall air and
enjoy the great savings at
the lakeside promenade.
Leaves fall daily at 7, 8, and
9 p.m.. Of course, as always,
Parking and Admission are
FREE!
There is something for everyone at this one of
a kind Fall Festival presented by Lexin and
sponsored in part by Sam Adams, Axis Magazine,
The Celebration Town Tavern, and Experience
Kissimmee. For more information, visit us at
www.celebrationtowncenter.com
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Business
Community
Groups/Events
Real Estate
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CELEBRATION NEWS - October 2015
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Town News
October Meetings
Celebration CROA Workshop
Mon., Oct. 19, 5:30 p.m.
851 Celebration Ave., Room 104
Celebration CCDD Workshop
Tues., Oct. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Celebration Library
Celebration CROA Board Appeals
Wed., Oct. 28, 6 p.m. (tentative)
Celebration CCDD Meeting
Tues., Oct. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Celebration Library
Celebration CROA Meeting
Tues., Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m.
Meeting times subject to change
Celebration News
851 Celebration Ave.
Celebration, Florida 34747
Phone: 407-566-1200
e-mail: celebration.news@
celebrationtownhall.com
Celebration News is the official
newsletter of Celebration and
is published monthly.
Back Issues
Publisher
Steve Waring
Editor
J. R. Rupp
Art Director
Scott Zwiebel
Advertising & Sponsorship
Mary Pleban, 407-433-2992
cn.marketing@celebrationtownhall.com
Visit the official publications
section of the Front Porch
website at www.celebration.fl.us
to view back issues of
Celebration News.
CNOA - Celebration Non-Residential Owner’s Association
407-566-1200 • town.hall@celebrationtownhall.com
CJC - Celebration Joint Committee
CCDD - Celebration Community Development District
407-566-1935 • FAX 407-566-4128 • admin@celebrationcdd.org
ECDD - Enterprise Community Development District
407-566-4132 • FAX 407-566-4128 • admin@enterprisecdd.org
TCC - The Celebration Company
407-566-1900
Celebration Board of Directors
Eric Oppegaard, President
Dave Orosz, Director At Large
Lee Moore, Vice President
Debie McDonald, Director At Large
Vanessa Winter, Secretary
Diana Vassallo, Director At Large
Town Hall Emergency Number: 866-621-4337 (after hours)
Emergency: 911
Osceola County Sheriff: 407-348-2222 (non-emergency)
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
851 Celebration Avenue
407-566-1200
town.hall@celebrationtownhall.com
Here you can obtain these necessities:
• Forms to request changes to your property • Resident’s pass
• Community website access
• Community newsletters
• Parks & Recreation information
• Veterans Memorial Bricks
• More
Celebration Parks & Recreation
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.
851 Celebration Avenue
407-566-1200
parks.rec@celebrationtownhall.com
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 407-566-1234
Fax: 407-566-1264
CROA - Celebration Residential Owner’s Association
Emergency Phone Numbers
Celebration Town Hall
(in the Seminole building behind
SunTrust Bank from Celebration Ave.)
For detailed descriptions of the entities that play a role in
the governance of Celebration, please visit
www.celebration.fl.us and view the community page.
Jack McLaughlin, Treasurer croa.board@celebrationtownhall.com
New To Celebration?
610 Sycamore St., Suite 110
Governance Organizations
Stop in for your:
• Community Directory
• Welcome Packet
• Information on Foundation
Grant Program
• Memorial Garden
• Foundation Scholarships
• Classical Concert Series
Information and Tickets
Trash Schedule
Recycle Day
Trash needs to be within
4 feet of the alley or curb
before 7 a.m. on the scheduled
day. Toters are to be kept
by or in your garage except
on the scheduled trash
day. Call Celebration
Sanitation Services (trash)
at 321-939-1805 to arrange
for bulk pickup or for more
information on trash totes and
recycle bins. Thank you for
your continued cooperation!
Wednesday for all villages
1) Plastics
(#1 and #2, no caps)
2) Metal cans, tin cans
3) Aluminum Cans
4) Newspaper
5) White paper (print paper)
6) Please place all cardboard
out with your normal
recycling
Trash Pick-up
Yard Waste Day
Mondays and Thursdays
for North Village,
Celebration Village,
Lake Evalyn, West Village
and parts of East Village
Wednesday for all villages
Tuesdays and Fridays
for Aquila Reserve, parts
of East Village, Artisan Park,
South Village and Spring Lake
*Absolutely NO Glass*
Yard waste must be tied up
in a plastic bag and not
exceed 50 pounds.
Branches and limbs must be
tied up and less than 4 feet
long. No logs or tree trunks.
(You must be able to close
the lid.)
Holistic Dr. Deborah Corrente AP, DOM, CHT
is excited to now be offering Oriental Massage.
Attorney At
Attorney
AtLaw
Law
OCTOBER SPECIALS:
30 minute Oriental Massage for $50.00 **
60 minute Oriental Massage for $95.00 **
** As an added bonus, you can choose any one of the following
services (below) to your treatmentat NO EXTRA CHARGE
(A) Reflexology
(C) Cupping
(B) Medical Qigong/Reiki (D) Low Level Laser therapy
Oriental Massage, or Asian massage, focuses on the the flow
of energy or vital life force to facilitate healing and wellness.
Oriental Massage includes Ayurvedic therapies, Acupressure, Tui na,
Jin Shin Do, Shiatsu, Zen Shiatsu, Amma, Thai Massage, and others.
CORPORATE & BUSINESS
ESTATE PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION
Incorporations, Partnerships, LLC’s
Business Acquisitions and Sales
Exit Strategies, Selective Litigation
Estate Plans for U.S. and Non-U.S. Citizens
Probate Administration
Asset Protection
Title Transfer Assistance
REAL ESTATE
Commercial & Residential
Contracts, Closings, Leases
Land Acquisitions and Sales
WEDDING OFFICIANT
Customized Civil &
Gender Equality Ceremonies
407-566-8700
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melpearlman@centralfloridalaw.com
Handyman
William Benjamin
Carpentry, Painting
Plumbing & Electrical
Specializing in black dormer windows
30 years experience
FREE ESTIMATES
24 hour service
Cell: 321-746-3828
Email: krnbenjamin2@gmail.com
Celebration Oktoberfest
Come early, stay late, and have fun at Celebration’s
9th Annual Oktoberfest!
October 23 Schedule
5:30 p.m.
6:10-7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7:15-8 p.m.
8 p.m.
8:15-9 p.m.
9 p.m.
9:15-10 p.m.
10 p.m.
DJ Tami Begins/Pumpkin Painting Begins
Leaves Fall
Leaves Fall
Leaves Fall
Event Ends
A CELEBRATION
LOCK & SAFE
October 24 Schedule
5 p.m.
6:45-7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7:15-8 p.m.
8 p.m.
8:15-9 p.m.
9 p.m.
9:15-10 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
DJ Tami Begins/Pumpkin Painting Begins
Jordyn Kane
Leaves Fall
Leaves Fall
Leaves Fall
Event Ends
“Serving Our Community”
Residential • Commercial • Auto
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DOOR
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Safes
Door Closers
Locks Changed
High Security
Locks
• Deadbolts Installed
• Master Key Systems
• Emergency
Exit Devices
321-939-1083
1-800-290-2948
Serving All of Osceola County
For Over 20
Years A Local
Resident
Quality Service • Reasonable Rates
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Celebration Community Development District
Sidewalks and Boardwalks
Sidewalks: A frequent maintenance activity that takes place throughout the year is sidewalk grinding and panel replacements. Because the
trees are maturing and the roots are growing, a common result is shifting and/or raising of sidewalk panels. Our staff reviews the condition
of sidewalks on a regular basis, and depending on the degree of height
difference in a raised panel, we will either (1) grind it down to remove
the trip hazard or (2) replace the panel entirely. Please exercise caution
when walking on sidewalks that are painted orange, as that is our
staff ’s field marking to identify the sidewalks on the repair list.
Boardwalks: As an accompaniment to the trail system in Celebration,
the boardwalks enhance the walking/biking experience and allow the
trail system to be expanded over canals and waterways. While they
are a beautiful asset to the community and the nature experience,
they can also be
very dangerous when
wet, especially going
around corners.
We posted signs
at the beginning
of most of the
boardwalks to alert
everyone to this
possibility, and we
ask that you exhibit
safe walking/biking
practices. In some cases, it might be best to walk your bicycle around
some curves, especially on the long boardwalk from Artisan Park to
the high school.
What you can do:
• Exercise extreme caution on the boardwalks, especially in the
mornings or anytime it has rained since the boardwalks are very
slippery when wet
• Always be aware of your footing and use the boardwalk hand
railings when necessary
• Contact the District Office if you notice uneven sidewalk panels
Please visit website www.CelebrationCDD.org for more information
related to the maintenance services and activities of the District. You
may also contact us at 407-566-1935 or admin@CelebrationCDD.org
with any questions, comments or concerns.
CCMC is pleased to welcome Suzan Kearns
to Celebration. In her new role as Community
Manager, Suzan will report directly to Executive
Director Steve Waring and oversee all operational aspects of the community association
and its team members. These include recruiting, training and mentoring all employees;
preparing special reports, as directed;
attending all board meetings and special events;
and assisting with the community’s risk management program. “It is wonderful to join the
Celebration team,” she says. “It is a joy to work
with such a dedicated and passionate group of people.”
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Built and Remodeled more than
200 Homes in Celebration
New Construction
Renovations • Additions
Kitchen & Bath Remodel Specialist
Suzan Kearns
Suzan comes to Celebration with an extensive community association
management background, including a vast knowledge of accounting,
collections, policy development, strategic planning, marketing,
communications, and reserve analysis. She holds a BSBA in
Accounting from the University of Central Florida. President Elect
for the Community Association Institute Central Florida Chapter,
Suzan is a Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA),
Association Management Specialist (AMS) and Professional Manager
of Community Associations (PCAM). “A tenured professional,
Suzan brings exceptional knowledge and experience to Celebration,”
says Steve. “We are thrilled to have on our team.”
Celebration Upholstery
Professional Re
Re-upholstery
upholstery
• Arm chairs • Dining room chairs •
• Antique furniture •
(You supply the fabric, we do the rest.)
Celebration resident with
30 years experience.
Paul
407-361-0302
www celebration upholstery
www.celebration
upholstery.com
com
For free estimate / advice
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References Available
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Vacuuming • Dusting • Window Washing • Bathroom Sanitization • Kitchen Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning and Shampooing • Floors, Buffing and Waxing • Trash Removal
Garage Apartments
Architectural Plans • Permitting
Celebration Architectural Review
Our Projects finish on time… and in budget!
407-352-8200
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License #CBC1259903
HOME RENOVATION,
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ANYTHING GOES
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Services Include:
• Bathroom & Kitchen
Renovation/Repair
• Indoor and
Outdoor Painting
• Rotten Wood
Replacement
• Plumbing and
Electrical
• Insulation
• Masonry/Tile Work
We Finance!
Contact Today for a Free Estimate:
Call/Text: 407-508-0781
www.anythinggoescelebration.com
Suzan Kearns named
Celebration
Community Manager
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HOA Assessments Due
Celebration Residential Owners Association assessments are
due on the first day of every January, April, July and October.
After the last business day of those months, payments not
posted to accounts will begin to accrue late fees and interest.
Please allow 10 business days for mailing and processing.
Statements are mailed out 10 days prior to the due date.
If you do not receive a statement or if you have a question
regarding the balance of your account, please contact
Town Hall at 407-566-1200 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday.
Please visit ccmcnet.com to pay your statement online.
ID Badge Policy
The Celebration Residential Owners
Association (CROA) Board approved
the following resolution to the
current ID Badge policy:
A passholder may bring no more than
four non-resident guests outside of
their immediate family on any given occasion unless under
a scheduled event, private party, etc. The passholder must remain
with the guest(s) at all times.
In order to avoid conflicts or disappointments, please contact
Town Hall if you are having a party in one of the parks or
playgrounds.
New Amenity Center
The CROA Amenity Center at
Spring Lake is now open. Your
current Celebration ID will activate
the gates to open the Spring Lake
pool and restrooms. Please come
to Town Hall to sign the required
waiver if you plan to use the
Fitness Room at the new CROA
amenity center.
If you only plan on using the pool,
you do not need to do anything
with your CROA ID.
Celebration Premier Home Concierge
When You’re Away – I’m Here!
Ginny’s List of Services
• Home Checks (Inside and Outside Assessments)
Weekly, Bi-monthly or Monthly - You Choose!
• Welcome Home Preparations
Stock Refrigerator, Shopping, Gifts, Fresh Flowers
• Mail Pickup and Forwarding
• Monthly Reports
chc34747@gmail.com
5 year Celebration
Resident and Homeowner
321-217-3065
Bonded and Insured • References
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Celebration welcomes Ghaleb • Special guest Zaza
Friday, November 13, 2015, 6 p.m. • Market Street in Downtown Celebration
The concert is free to attend, with premium reserved seating available for purchase:
$25 per table of four people and $35 per table of six.
Tables can be reserved online at www.celebration.fl.us
or by stopping by Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave.
Premium seatingg ggoes on sale October 1.
www.ghaleb.net
www.zazarmony.com
Sponsored by:
Parks &
Recreation
407-566-1200 • www.celebration.fl.us
TECHNOLOGY • EDUCATION • PLACE • HEALTH • COMMUNITY
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Celebration Calendar Tells
Community’s Story
By Michael Harford, District 1 County Commissioner
The new 2015-2016 Celebration Community Calendar is a work of
love by coordinator Debie McDonald. The 18-year resident of the
community used her knowledge of the town and the need to track all
its events as a way to give back to charities through the “Celebration
Has Gone to the Dogs” calendar project.
McDonald said that what started as a little project grew as she started
finding sponsors (Celebration pediatrics is the main one), arranging
photos and finding volunteers to
take the pictures and design the
calendar. It continued as it was
printed and distributed for sale
throughout the community.
People in Celebration give back
in so many ways, and she said
she wanted to tell the story of
volunteerism in the community
through the calendar.
That meant recreating the town
seal on the cover with help from
the local bike shop, as well as showcasing dogs that were rescued from
terrible circumstances and others that are known for their work as
therapy dogs and because of weekly visits to “Give Kids the World.”
A photo shoot for a golden doodle named Simba at the local
Chik-fil-A (one of the locations where the calendars can be purchased)
took more than 100 e-mails, two convertibles and closure of the
business, she said.
An offshoot of the project was raising enough money to make sure
that the Osceola County Sheriff ’s Office is able to receive another
bloodhound through the Jimmy Ryce Center. K-9 Tank is featured
in May along with deputies James Scanlan and Jerry Weiland.
The calendar starts in September with Osceola County firefighters
Jason Fisher and Joseph Cole with Madison the Dalmatian along
with Lt. John Crichton and firefighter Richard Fox from Station 72
in Celebration.
Proceeds from the $10 calendars go to charity.
YOU MAY HAVE HEARD some news
about MargaritaVillage Resort – a community themed around the relaxed coastal
lifestyle described in singer Jimmy Buffett's
music -- that’s planned for an area on U.S.
Michael Harford
192 west of Celebration. The development
is a sign of vitality for the county’s main
economic engine – the developer says 700 will be employed there
when it is complete with as many as 1,000 construction jobs created
over the course of the project. A 12-acre water park and a central
lagoon licensed for swimming is planned for the 300-acre lifestyle
destination resort with a Margaritaville-branded hotel. Construction
at the old Splendid China site is slated to begin in 2016 and will
include 200,000 square feet of retail space, according to the developer.
HURRICANE SEASON OFFICIALLY ends Nov. 30. While Tropical
Storm Erika never made it Florida, it’s my hope that it caused
everyone to review their emergency plans. You can learn more about
preparing at http://www.Flgetaplan.com. Anyone can sign up to
receive emergency notifications at http://alertosceola.org. Numbers
in the 911 database already are included, but residents can add cell
phones or other numbers.
Please feel free to share any of your concerns, ideas or
information by calling my office at 407-742-2000 or by email
to Michael.Harford@osceola.org.
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By Deputy Jerry Weiland, Osceola County Sheriff Office
October is Crime Prevention Month which, by coincidence, is also
when Halloween is celebrated. Many of the crime prevention tips
I provide throughout the year can also be utilized to help protect you
and your children during the Halloween events. This month I’d like
to give some crime prevention reminders and other Halloween specific
advice on how to celebrate both together.
Children and adults look forward to the trick or treating, costumes
and the parties associated with Halloween. This yearly event can be
fraught with fright for parents, with candy given to their kids by
strangers and loads of masked and costumed trick-or-treaters
descending on Celebration walking the streets and knocking at the
door. I ask this question. What other time of the year do you allow
your kids to go to unknown homes and take candy from strangers?
By following a few safety tips you can help ensure safe fun for kids and
candy-givers alike.
• Keep costumes short to
avoid tripping over them.
• Look for brightly colored
costumes, attach reflector
strips to costumes and
bags, and remind trickor-treaters to carry glow
sticks and flashlights.
• If a costume involves any
Deputy Jerry Weiland
sort of fake weapon, make
sure that it is made of a
flexible material such as cardboard or foam. Or, avoid the
whole problem of weapons by challenging your child to design
a costume that is scary without one.
• Remove masks or fake weapons before entering stores. You may
be denied service or asked to leave their premises.
Around Your Home
Trick or Treating
To help ensure that trick-or-treaters, you, and your house stay safe,
remember the following tips.
• Clear your yard and sidewalk of any obstacles or decorations
that may be hard to see in the dark.
• Keep your house well lighted, both inside and out. These lights
also indicate that you’re open to trick or treaters.
• Once you decide to stop giving candy, leave your porch light on,
but place a barrier such as a potted plant, a dog fence or chairs
across the entrance to your porch. Avoid darkening the house.
• Keep your cars locked or parked in the garage. Also keep all
valuables and other enticements out of sight. Also make sure
your homes and garages are locked.
• Get together with your neighbors beforehand and during the
evening to help watch the streets and the areas around each
other’s homes.
• Use caution with candles or other flames. Consider LED
lighting effects.
• Report any suspicious or criminal activity to the Osceola County
Sheriff ’s Office immediately.
Keep in mind the next few tips to make sure your trick-or-treater’s
night in the neighborhood will be safe and fun.
• First and foremost, speak to your kids and explain your safety
rules, expectations and consequences that may occur for unsafe
or illegal behavior.
• Kids should all trick-or-treat in groups. Walking around alone is
never as safe as those in groups, especially after dark. Kids should
be supervised and accompanied by a parent or trusted neighbor.
• Have a plan if your child gets separated from you and your group.
• Cross streets at intersections or use marked crosswalks. Avoid
walking out between parked cars.
• Remind your children not to enter strange houses or cars.
• Remind tweens and teens that nefarious activity will not be
tolerated and that crimes committed while wearing masks can
have increased penalties.
On the Roads
• Always be alert for pedestrians, especially for children running
into the streets.
• Drive Slowly! Keep the radio volume down and the windows
open to hear activities outside the car.
• Obey all traffic laws, but pay particular attention to your speed
and stop completely at stop signs. Yield for pedestrians too.
Costumes
To make sure even the
scariest costumes are safe,
keep the following in mind
when buying or designing
one.
• Use face makeup, it’s
more comfortable and
doesn’t obstruct vision
the way masks can.
• Check to ensure that
costumes are flame-retardant so that young ones are safe
around jack-o’-lanterns, candles, and other flames.
After the Quest for
Candy
After a successful and safe night
around the neighborhood,
remember that the treats still
need scrutiny before anyone
eats them.
• Remind your children not to eat treats until they’ve come home.
To help ensure this, feed them a meal or a substantial snack
before they go out.
• Check all treats at home in a well-lighted place. Be especially
wary of anything that is not wrapped by the factory or that
is no longer sealed.
• Contact the Sheriff ’s Office if anything suspicious is located.
Many of the tips here can be used year round, such as locking your
doors, keeping valuables out of sight, keeping lights on and calling
in suspicious persons. With every person’s help, we can help make
Halloween a safe event for everybody. I will continue reminding
all residents and visitors of these tips throughout the year, especially
as the end of the year holidays approach. In addition, as an effort
to ensure everyone’s safety, extra patrols will be working that night.
Please remember to call in suspicious persons or activity and take
necessary steps to protect yourselves and your property.
Please be safe.
Crime Prevention Month
and Halloween
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EarthTalk®
E – The Environmental Magazine
Dear Earthtalk: My company talks the talk when it comes to the
environment but could do so much more to reduce paper use.
Do you have any tips to help get the higher-ups on board
to reduce paper use company-wide?
– Elena Sepulveda, White Plains, NY
Cutting back on paper may seem “so 1990s” given the current focus
of environmental organizations on climate change and related global
issues. But reducing paper use is still one of the best ways companies,
government agencies and institutions can help the environment
during the course of day-to-day activities.
Getting a handle on just how much paper your entity could save is
the first step. The non-profit Environmental Paper Network (EPN)—
an umbrella group launched in 2002 and made up of more than
100 organizations working to reduce paper production and consumption and clean up the inefficient yet still expanding paper industry—
makes it easy with its Paper Calculator. The free online tool compares
the environmental impacts of competing paper products and assesses
the larger impacts of paper use.
According to EPN, some of the tangible results of its work include
legal protection for millions of acres of endangered forests, significant
increases in the number of paper-related certifications and forest acres
certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), a marked increase
in the number of large companies developing environmental paper
policies, vastly increased availability of genuine environmental papers
for consumers, and increased demand for, and use of, recycled fibers.
EPN also makes available easy-to-read reports outlining the benefits
of making more sustainable paper choices. Showing companies the
economic advantages of reducing their paper usage and greening
other aspects of operations has been key to building EPN’s
membership and expanding its influence overall.
While joining EPN may be more of a commitment than some entities
are willing to make, there are plenty of other free resources to help
reduce paper use and green business operations. The non-profit
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) offers up a plethora
of tips on responsible paper consumption via its Greening Advisor
program. A few examples include more double-sided printing and
the use of smaller type fonts, eliminating paper coffee cups, and
e-billing (invoicing clients via e-mail instead of paper).
NRDC also emphasizes that saving paper helps the bottom line:
“A typical office disposes of about 350 pounds of wastepaper per
employee per year… Identifying ways to reduce paper use can save
money.”
Yet another great resource is the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency’s (EPA’s) WasteWise program, which offers free information
and assistance for corporate environmental sustainability efforts.
Hundreds of companies have already partnered with EPA on the
program. One of the biggest WasteWise partners, Bank of America,
has saved upwards of $1 million annually since syncing up with
the program.
CONTACTS:
Environmental Paper Network,
www.environmentalpaper.org
Forest Stewardship Council,
www.fsc.org
NRDC Greening Advisor,
www.nrdc.org/enterprise/greeningadvisor/
EPA WasteWise,
www.epa.gov/wastes/conserve/smm/wastewise/index.htm.
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Friday, October 9; 5-9 p.m.
Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave.
Although the weather may be beginning to cool down, the fun
continues to heat up at our monthly Food Truck Fridays. Join us
on October 9 as we celebrate our monthly gathering with a host of
culinary favorites. DJ Joe Magic will be on hand spinning tunes and
keeping the fun meter maxed out, while bounce houses will keep
our younger foodies entertained.
Featured trucks for October include:
Kona Dog
Dixieland Diner
Charlies Gourmet Pastries
Magic 4 UR Palate
Saigon Sizzle
Tastebuds
Caro-Bama BBQ
Ice Cream Social club
Korean Taco Box
Melissa’s Chicken & Waffles
Swede Dish
Willy T’s Crab Shack
Please note:
Most food trucks accept cash and credit cards. There will be
limited tables and chairs available, so you may want to bring
your own blanket or chairs to make sure you have a comfortable
place to dine. These are some of the best food trucks around and
they will be sure to draw in lots of hungry people.
*Participating food trucks are subject to change without notice.
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2015 AQUATICS PROGRAMS
All aquatics programs take place at Lakeside Pool. Class sizes are limited; pre-registration at Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave., is required.
For more information or questions please contact Amber St. Pierre at 407-566-1698 or aquatics@celebrationtownhall.com. Hope to see you soon!
Celebration Pool Hours
Labor Day (Sept. 7) through April 30
All pools except Spring Lake: 7 a.m.– 8 p.m.
Spring Lake: Opens 1/2 hour after sunrise,
Closes 1/2 hour prior to sunset.
Celebration Park Hours
All other park areas close at dusk.
All hours are subject to change without notice.
Lakeside Pool Lifeguard on Duty
When a lifeguard is on duty, there will be a safety break
at 45 minutes past the hour. All swimmers under the age of 18
will be asked to stay out of the pool for 15 minutes.
*No lifeguards are stationed at Spring Park,
North Village, or East Village.
Celebration Sharks Swim Club
The Celebration Sharks is a swim club to teach youth and
adults competitive swimming techniques. Our goal is to teach
all ages a lifetime sport and encourage physical fitness. Sharks
Swim Club is for swimmers who wish to improve their skills
for competition or fitness. Participants must be able to swim
50 meters freestyle with rotary breathing.
Practice Schedule for Sharks
October 1 will be the first day of October practice.
On-going classes at Lakeside Park Pool
Lakeside Lifeguard Hours for October
Tuesday-Friday
(Swimmers may attend as many nights as they wish that month)
Noon – 3 p.m., 4–8 p.m.
6–6:45 p.m.
7–7:45 p.m.
Monthly fees:
Private swim lessons are available; please contact Amber
at 407-566-1698 or aquatics@celebrationtownhall.com for details.
Resident $65, non-resident $75
Pre-registration is required at Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave.
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Celebration Aquatics-Skill/Age Levels
JES Preschool
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• Open to all skill levels
JES Beginner
(5-12 years)
• New to swimming
JES Advanced Beginner
(5-12 years)
• Can swim 25 meters non-stop
(freestyle and backstroke)
Sharks
(5-12 years)
• Can swim 50 meters non-stop
(freestyle and backstroke)
Not sure what skill level to register for?
Please contact Amber St. Pierre, Aquatics Manager,
at 407-566-1698 to set up a skill evaluation.
(Lakeside Pool is 25 meters in length)
Fall Session Dates/Times
Oct. 6-30, Nov. 3-27
Mornings/Afternoons
(meet Tuesday thru Friday)
JES Preschool:
Tuesday & Thursday
12-12:45 p.m.
5-5:45 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday
12-12:45 p.m.
Saturday
12-12:45 p.m.
JES Beginner:
Tuesday & Thursday
1-1:45 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday
1-1:45 p.m.
4-4:45 p.m.
Saturday
2-2:45 p.m.
JES Advanced
Beginner:
Tuesday & Thursday
4-4:45 p.m.
5-5:45 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday
12-12:45 p.m.
Saturday
12-12:45 p.m.
Class Fees: Resident $65, Non-resident $75
Availability is subject to change due to weather.
Group swim lessons will continue in September.
Private swim lessons are available;
Please contact Amber at 407-566-1698 or email
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Ballroom Dancing
Martial Arts
Thursdays
Starting September 24
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
4:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 6:15 p.m.
Jones Room, 631 Sycamore St.
7 p.m., Beginners Hustle
8 p.m., Intermediate Rhumba
(Pre-registration required)
It’s time to move your feet! No partner necessary. Classes advance to the
next level every eight weeks, when a new beginners dance is introduced.
Cost: $90 per person
Price includes the entire eight week class that meets for one 55-minute
lesson per week. For information or to register, contact Nannette at
386-532-2624 or Nannette@NannettesBallroomDance.com or visit
NannettesBallroomDance.com.
Join us for the fun!
Discipline, respect and fitness are traits all parents strive to instill
in our children. At the Academy of Martial Arts we help children
develop lifelong positive traits that will help them be successful in life.
Visit the AcademyMartialArts.com or call 800-360-6043 for more
information.
Rhapsody Baton
Mondays
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Baton Twirling & Dance class (Ages 6+)
Cardio-Dance Celebration
When: Thursday 5:45-6:45pm
Where: Celebration Town Hall
Ditch the workout and join the party! This fun and easy to follow cardio
dance class combines high energy and motivating music with unique
moves and combinations that make you feel like you are partying on the
dance floor. Easy to follow and something everyone can participate in.
Cardio-Dance is the best way to “dance away your worries.”
We promise, exercise has never been so fun! For more information
please contact Laura Gollub at laura@lauragollub.com or Amy Ancona
at nfhsgymnast08@yahoo.com.
Rhapsody Baton is both athletic and artistic. We teach how to twirl
& dance, learn team work, improve co-ordination and get physically fit!
In addition to our classes, we offer fun optional opportunities for
students to participate in. These events are family based so moms, dads,
brothers and sisters can all enjoy themselves at the parades, community
festivals and shows we attend. Our goal is to provide a fun format the
entire family may enjoy and create positive memories that will
encourage our twirlers to grow up and have their children twirl!
For additional information, please contact Tessah Ceballos
at 321-402-4659 or tessah22@comcast.net
Irish Dance for Adults & Children
Mondays
Activities Room, 851 Celebration Ave.
4:15-5:15 p.m. (Beginner’s Irish Dance Class.)
Thursdays
Jones Room, 631 Sycamore St.
5:15-6:15 p.m.: Ages 4–6, Beginners
6:15-7:15 p.m.: Ages 9–16, Beginners–Advanced
7:15-8:15 p.m.: Adult, All Levels
An enjoyable and exciting class that explores all aspects of Irish Dance.
Focuses on stretching, posture, timing, rhythm and movement, basic
Irish Steps and Ceili (traditional Irish folk) team dancing. Students
will be introduced into the different types of solo Irish dance and the
traditional music for each dance. Benefits include balance, timing and
co-ordination. Students should wear shorts/t-shirt (exercise wear) and
sneakers.
All classes taught by professional and award-winning Irish Dancer
Sarah Costello from Belfast N. Ireland. Sarah has toured extensively
worldwide for the past nine years performing the leading roles in world
renowned Irish Dance shows like Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.
She qualified as a TCRG (Teacher of Irish Dance) in 2008 and has
produced and choreographed many Irish dance productions and shows
in both Ireland and abroad.
Class Price: $55 a month (Children) $10 per class (Adults)
Classes will be separate. One class a week for one hour.
For more info contact Sarah at 321-200-3598 or sarah13april@hotmail.com.
Please also visit facebook.com/centralfloridairishdance.
Celebration
Community Chorus
begins new season
If you’re new to the community, or have been thinking about joining
the Celebration Chorus, but knew you wouldn’t be available for the
4th of July, now’s your chance! Rehearsals are Mondays at 7 p.m. at
the 851 Building when we will begin focusing on music for Veterans
Day and our popular holiday concert. Registration forms are available
on the Front Porch (celebration.fl.us) at Town Hall, or at rehearsals.
Just show up, sign up and sing!
For more information contact Town Hall at 407-566-1200.
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Classes run through June 11
Room 102
Monday
Location: Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave.
Visit the X-Factor website for more information
and complete class schedules at xfactordance.com.
Registration can easily be done online or contact Lindsay Taylor
at 407-329-4200 for space and placement advice.
We have multiple levels of competition and
performance teams.
Please visit our website for a full listing
of classes available.
3:30-4:30 p.m.
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-6 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
7-8:30 p.m.
Combo 1-2 (Ballet and Tap)
Ballet 2
Co. Rehersal
Acro 1
Contemporary 4
5-6 years old
8-11 years old
7+ years old
Tuesday
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
6:30-7:45 p.m.
7:45-9 p.m.
Ballet 3
Ballet 3.5
Ballet 4
Ballet 5
Wednesday
4-5 p.m.
5-6 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
7-7:30 p.m.
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Contemporary 3
Jazz 3.5
Acro 3
Acro Company Rehearsal
Acro 4
Thursday
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
6:30-7:30 p.m.
7:30-9 p.m.
Classes run through May 26
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-7 p.m.
Tuesday
Mini Gym
Tumble Gym
Mini Gym
Tumble Gym 2
Jr./Sr. Gym
3-4 years old
5-6 years old
3-4 years old
Placement
7+ years old
Parent Tot*
Tumble Gym
Mini Gym
Tumble Gym
Floor Skills
Cheer Skills
10-11 a.m.
11 a.m-12 p.m.
Mini Gym
Tumble Gym 3
Siblings Dance Class
5-6 years old
3-4 years old
5-6 years old
7+ years old
7+ years old
Mini Gym
3-4 years old
5-6 years old
3:30-4:30 p.m.
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
6:30-7:45 p.m.
7:45-9 p.m.
Combo 1 (Ballet and Tap)
Company Rehearsal
Jazz 5
Jazz 4
3-4 years old
5-6 years old
Wednesday
3-4 years old
Placement
7+ years old
(Must have brother to register)
7-8 p.m.
Tuesday
18 mos.-3 years old
Thursday
4:30-5:15 p.m.
5:15-6 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
8-11 years old
Activity Room
(Wait list to start)
4:15-5 p.m.
5-5:45 p.m.
5:45-6:30 p.m.
6:30-7:30 p.m.
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Jazz 2
Company Rehearsals
Saturday
Wednesday
9:30-10 a.m.
6-7 years old
6-7 years old
8-11 years old
9-12 years old
Friday
Heritage Hall
4:30-5:15 p.m.
5:15-6 p.m.
6-6:45 p.m.
6:45-7:30 p.m.
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Ballet 1
Jazz 1
Ballet 2
Contemporary 1
3-4 years old
4-5 p.m.
5-6 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
7-8 p.m.
8-9 p.m.
Ballet 1
Leaps and Turns 2
Acro 1
Leaps and Turns 1
Contemporary 2
6-7 years old
7+ years old
9+ years old
Thursday
4-5 p.m.
Please contact our studio office at 407-329-4200
or info@xfactordance.com to express interest in auditioning.
Kids Fitness
Friday
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-7 p.m.
Jazz 3
Co. Rehearsal
7+ years old
X-Factor
Dance & Gymnastics
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Group Tennis Reservation Schedule
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8 – 11 a.m.
Active Adult Ladies’
Over 50 Tennis League
(Courts 1 & 2)
9 – 11 a.m.
USTA Team Clinic
(Courts 1 & 2)
8 – 10 a.m.
Men’s Open Play
(Courts 4 & 5)
4 – 7 p.m.
Tennis Lessons by Darren Holt
(Court 3)
6 – 8 p.m.
Men’s Evening Tennis
(Courts 1 & 2)
8 – 11 a.m.
Ladies’ Active Adults
Over 50 Tennis League
(Courts 1 & 2)
9 – 11 a.m. • 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
(Court 3)
Tuesday
8 – 11 a.m.
Men’s Open Play
(Courts 4 & 5)
8 a.m. – Noon
W.A.I.T. League
(Courts 1 & 2, 3 & 4)
6 – 9 p.m.
Celebration Men’s Open Doubles
(Courts 1 & 2)
6 – 7 p.m.
(Court 3)
Interested in tennis lessons?
For more information and to register, contact: Darren Holt, darrenDH@aol.com, 407-421-0977
8 – 10 a.m. • 6 – 8 p.m.
(Court 3)
Attention All Tennis Players
The Celebration Ladies WAIT team will be competing with other
neighboring Tennis Teams. Below is the schedule of listed games. The games
will consist of using 4 (1 & 2 and 3 & 4) courts from 9 a.m.-noon. If you
have any questions please feel free to contact Town Hall at 407-566-1200
C1 TEAM
Sep. 8, 15, 29
Oct. 13
Nov. 10
Dec. 1
C3 TEAM
Jan. 5, 12, 19
Feb. 2, 9, 16
March 15
April 19
Sep. 22
Oct. 6, 20, 27
Nov. 3, 17
Jan. 26
Feb. 23
March 1, 8 29
April 5, 12
Additional Programs offered
at Lakeside Park & Pool
CPR/AED/First Aid Courses &
Pet CPR/ First Aid & Disaster Response Course.
beginner and advanced athletes. Both can benefit
from our organized and coached training sessions.
All Courses are appropriate for all ages.
Contact 407-566-1698 or mbrown@celebrationtownhall.com.
Contact: INFO@Swim-Like-A-Pro.com
Join our Facebook page “Central Florida Masters Swimming”
*CFMS members MUST register with USMS ($43 per year) at:
USMS.org
Classes are scheduled upon request.
Central Florida Masters Swimming
Central Florida Masters Swimming is an organized swim-training
group throughout the Central Florida area for adult swimmers
and triathletes. Coaches Misty Becerra and Sara McLarty welcome
Parks &
Recreation
For questions or additional information, please visit the
Front Porch or contact the Aquatics Office at
407-566-1698 or aquatics@celebrationtownhall.com.
(For Celebration Residents – Don’t Leave Your Home Alone)
• Receive a detailed inspection on each visit with an email update
• $14 per visit: Once a week minimum is required - can do more
• Contact: Joe Maddux, a Celebration resident since April 2000
• Cell: 407-701-0823
• Email: joe.maddux@celebration.fl.us
• Joe is owner of Joseph’s Pet Care since 2000
J.P.C.’S Pet business is permanently full.
• Joe works full time at a nearby theme park
(24 years) and conducts this business too.
PIANO LESSONS
CONCERT PIANIST
LOCATED IN CELEBRATION
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Beginning to advanced.
All ages welcome.
Never too late to learn!!!
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Walk Thru Service
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Celebration Parks and Recreation Aquatics is offering a water
aerobics class – referred to as H20 Fitness. This class is designed
for health seekers, athletes or anyone looking to work towards
their health and fitness goals while keeping cool and having fun!
This is intended for adults who are looking for a different type
of exercise, without strain and injury to joints. Classes will be
held in the shallow end of the pool and are open to all residents
who are at least 18 years of age.
Why try H 2 0 Fitness?
• It will help build and maintain healthy muscles and joints.
• Improves your cardiovascular and cardiorespiratory function
• It decreases the risk of developing high blood pressure
• It is a low-impact exercise,
ideal for anyone who cannot have
strain or stress on their joints.
• The unique properties of water
enable your heart to work more
efficiently.
• Have fun while working out
and staying cool!
Helpful Tips for Anyone Attending:
• Please arrive in your swimsuit
• Please plan on arriving 10 minutes prior to the start of class.
This will allow you sufficient time to sign the required waiver
and prepare for H20 Fitness.
• Please bring a bottle of water and a towel.
• It is encourages that participants apply sunscreen 30 minutes
prior to the start of class.
• A hat or visor will assist in providing additional sun protection.
Dates: Every Mon., starting Oct. 5
Time: 2-2:45 p.m.
Place: Celebration Lakeside Pool,
631 Sycamore Street
Fee: $30 Resident/
$40 Non-Resident (1 month)
or
$10 Resident and $15
for Non-Residents (1 class)
Contact aquatics@celebrationtownhall.com for more information.
H20 Fitness
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Healthy mouth, Healthy Life: Whiter Teeth!
By Dr. Christopher Russo, DDS
As jack-o-lantern smiles and vampire teeth now reflect the season,
holiday white is soon to follow. Along with holiday gatherings of
friends and family and their many accompanying photos, we dentists
often see a rise in patients interested in teeth whitening.
So, what should you know?
If you stick with major store
brands/professional dental
offices, the treatments are
safe. The occasional symptom
of sensitivity is usually short
lived and can be managed
with a modified protocol. The
degree of effect and how long
it last will vary regardless of
method, depending on tooth
hardness, staining liquids,
foods and frequency of use.
The rinses, toothpastes, etc. ($2 - $15), are going to have the slightest
effect, best used to maintain a color, not to truly change shades.
The “strip” variations can be effective for mild stain ($30 - $60)
and may be a good choice for a little
“freshening” effect. The one appointment treatments offered in dental
offices ($500 - $1000) are very
effective, but may
cause significant
sensitivity, may
result in a brightness
greater than expected and often require
an additional kit to
maintain color.
Christopher Russo, DDS
Another professional option is the most common
($300 - $600, but watch for specials/packages with
discounts), is an at home kit utilizing custom trays
worn for anywhere for 30 minutes to overnight.
Though stronger than the store products, different
types of gels are available depending on severity
of stain and degree of sensitivity.
And as for the mall kiosks and internet whitening lights? You would
be better off waiting for the Great Pumpkin.
Business News
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Regal Real Estate
opening Celebration
office
One of the most prestigious and well known Real Estate brands
in the nation is finally opening its doors in Celebration!
The Kim Hawk Team formerly part of the opening team of
RE/MAX in Celebration and founding Celebration resident has
joined this fine organization.
Regal Real Estate Professionals proudly affiliated with Christie’s
International Real Estate is opening its third Central Florida office
right in the heart of Celebration.
The grand opening event will feature the Pirates from the ABC TV
Halloween Show, a one of a kind sword ribbon cutting ceremony,
face painting artist, tons and tons of prizes, refreshments, appetizers
and live entertainment. The festivities will be on October 21 from
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. and everyone is invited. The first 100 kids will
receive a trick or treat bag! Everyone will be invited to draw a prize
from the treasure chest (values range from $725 to a potential
$63,000). Regal / Christies is located at 701 Celebration Avenue.
The Shoppes at Celebration Place are taking shape and the developer
recently announced several of the new businesses that will be located
there. In addition to Walgreens, the Shoppes will welcome Chipotle,
Five Guys, PeiWei, Dunkin Donuts and Applebee’s. In addition to
Panera, these national tenants will increase the variety of offerings
to the community. Initial exterior construction is anticipated to be
complete by late 2015/early 2016 with the businesses opening in the
first half of 2016. The architecture and design blend with Celebration
and a new entry off of 192 will create another way to access the
property.
Runners, walkers to “pink it up” in Celebration to
benefit breast cancer patients and survivors
Pink on Parade 5k raises money for patients at Florida Hospital Celebration Health.
CELEBRATION
HEALTH
FLORIDA HOSPITAL
The skill to heal. The spirit to care ®
Florida Hospital
Celebration Health
invites walkers and
runners of all ages to
“pink it up” in the town
of Celebration on Oct. 4
for the third annual
Pink on Parade event.
This year, Pink On Parade will be an officially timed 5k race.
Registration is $35 for ages 13 and up, $15 for ages 6-12, and free
for children 5 and under. Pre-packet pick-up will take place on Friday,
October 2 at the
Celebration Health
Women’s Institute
lobby from 7 a.m. –
7 p.m. Onsite
registration and
packet pick-up for
October 4 will begin at 6:30 a.m. Pink on Parade will start at 7:30 a.m.
with our 5k runners and follow with our 5k walkers at 7:35 a.m.
Shoppes at Celebration Place
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Lymphatic Yoga, the brain-body connection
Wednesday, November 4, 4 p.m., Stetson University
By Anne Lucas
In June of this year a truly amazing discovery for long-term health
and vitality was announced at the University of Helsinki. Lymphatic
vessels were found in the central nervous system where they were not
known to exist. This brain-body connection raises the possibility that
lymphatic clearance of the brain will be important in the study and
treatment of neuro-immunological diseases, cancer and in conditions
characterized by the accumulation of proteins, for example
Alzheimer’s disease.
Lymphatic Yoga is the ideal exercise for all mature adults because it is
well established as the one effective way to deal with chronic diseases,
arthritis, and autoimmune conditions, and it is not stressful as many
other Yoga practices are. With the establishment of the brain-body
connection via the lymphatic system, this practice is even more
important for adults. The emphasis in Lymphatic Yoga is gentle
movement because the lymph system is delicate, and intense deep
breathing to increase the flow of lymph to the entire body.
Orlando boasts premier lymphatic Yoga instruction, under the
direction of Edely Wallace, E-RYT, CYT, CDT, MLD, MT, at Yogamatrix
studio in Dr. Phillips. Edely was introduced to yoga when she faced
a daunting recovery from a crippling accident. She was in a serious
road accident in her native Brazil, one that took the lives of more
than thirty people, in the 1980s. Faced with multiple fractures,
surgeries and ensuing complications she dedicated the next five
years of her life to an intense study of Yoga which helped in her
recovery. She studied with the famous
author and Yoga teacher Andre Van
Lysebeth in Brussels. She is certified as
a Lymph Therapist by both the renowned
medical “Foldi Clinic” (CDT) in Germany
and the traditional “Vodder School”
(MLD) method in Austria under
Hildegard Wittlinger. For over twenty years, she has been studying
lymph therapy and combining Yoga and Lymphatic drainage.
Her passion for Lymphatic Yoga becomes evident in the enthusiastic,
profound, gentle but precise way she and her instructors lead classes,
establishing an environment of confidence, well-being and contagious
joy in all who follow her teachings.
As a geriatric care manager I always preached Yoga – to others for balance, flexibility, and focus, but it was not until I had to fight
my way through an autoimmune disease that I took my own advice.
Lymphatic Yoga classes are the single most important thing I have
done for my health in my search for well-being.
Help me welcome Edely and her team to Celebration. You can have
a sneak preview about this practice in the Slow Medicine class at
Stetson Lifelong, Session 2, and/or join us for Edely’s presentation
in the Stetson Atrium on November 4. This free lecture is open to
Stetson members and their guests.
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A New View
“Thriving In Place” Opens to Change Lives
By Eileen Crawford, LMHC
Whether you are new to Celebration or have been here from
the beginning, you know how truly unique this community is.
While some of that is by design, any community’s health lies
in the collective heartbeat created by its residents.
Celebration’s heart has always been strong. During the
hurricane summer of 2004, we opened our doors to
our Osceola County neighbors who were hardest hit,
offering help in countless ways. Acts of kindness and
giving abound here – but none may prove greater than
what is happening this month.
On October 15, The Celebration Foundation officially
opens “Thriving In Place” (TIP), an ambitious initiative
that re-shapes
what it means to live in a
fully inclusive community.
Based on Beacon Hill
Village, founded in 2001
in Boston, TIP is a program
for aging and disabled
community members that
is brought to them by their
neighbors. Its goal is to
provide a path to solve
daily living problems that threaten their
ability to stay in their homes. From
morning wellness phone checks to
companion visits, handyman services,
errand assistance,
and courtesy transportation within
Celebration, TIP
improves not just the
lives of its members,
but caretakers and loved ones on whom
they have been relying for assistance.
For just $1 a day, those who need services
can call one central number to schedule
volunteers to assist with a wide variety of tasks in the home. In
addition, members enjoy weekly lunches, monthly Lunch ’n Learns,
and reduced tickets for the Foundation’s successful Concert Series.
While sponsored by The Celebration Foundation, the initiative is
being run by over 50 community volunteers who are dedicated to
helping better the quality of life for their neighbors. To learn more,
call Thriving In Place at (407) 572-9850.
With Thriving In Place, Celebration showcases to the nation that
we are as beautiful on the inside as we are on the outside.
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A Schedule of Happenings In and Around Celebration
Recurring Events
Sunday
October 2015
Scheduled Events
Community Presbyterian Church in Celebration
Sunday Worship Service (511 Celebration Ave.) . 8 a.m., 9:30 & 11 a.m.
Celebration Community Church,
(501 Celebration Place) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m., 11 a.m.
Corpus Christi Catholic Church,
(1050 Celebration Ave.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 5:30 p.m.
Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Celebration Anglican Fellowship (Bohemian Hotel Conference Room)
1st and 3rd Sundays
Coffee and Bible Q & A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m.
For information call 407-566-1195
Illuminate Church, (Celebration High School) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.
Recovery at Celebration
Call 407-433-1745 or e-mail celebrationaa@gmail.com . . . . . . . . 7 p.m.
Oct. 19
CROA Board Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 19
ARC Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p.m.
Monday
Corpus Christi Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.
Celebration Coupons for the Troops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 p.m.
H2O Fitness (Lakeside Pool) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2:45 p.m.
X-Factor Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-8:30 p.m.
Martial Arts (Jones Room) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 p.m.
Irish Dance Classes (Town Hall) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:15 p.m.
Weight Watchers (Presbyterian Church) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:15 p.m.
Fit4Mom (Great Lawn, Lakeside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Rhapsody Baton, Baton Twirling and Dance . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Community Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m.
Oct. 13
CCDD Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 20
USO Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 p.m.
Tuesday
Running Club (Founder’s Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:45 a.m.
Celebration Walking Group (Founder’s Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 a.m.
Masters Swimming (Lakeside Pool) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 a.m.
Celebrate Recovery Al-Anon Family Group
(Presbyterian Church) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.
Corpus Christi Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.
Fit4Mom (Great Lawn, Lakeside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 a.m.
X-Factor Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-9 p.m.
Gun Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 p.m.
Oct. 20
CCDD Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 27
CROA Board Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Mah Jongg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30-4:30 p.m.
Fitness Firm-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 p.m.
X-Factor Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Fit4Mom (Great Lawn, Lakeside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Celebration Gaming Guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p.m.
Recovery at Celebration (North Village Meeting Room)
Call 407-433-1745 or e-mail celebrationaa@gmail.com . . . . . . . 7 p.m.
Oct. 7
Celebrators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.
Oct. 7
ECDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 p.m.
Oct. 14
Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting . . . . . . . . 5 p.m.
Oct. 14
Covenants Hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p.m.
Oct. 21
Knights of Columbus Bingo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 28
CROA Board Appeals (Tentative) . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 28
Democrats of Celebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p.m.
Oct. 8
ARC Application Dealine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 8
GOP (Heritage Hall) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m.
Thursday
Running Club (Founder’s Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 a.m.
Masters Swimming (Lakeside Pool) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 a.m.
Fit4Mom (Great Lawn, Lakeside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 a.m.
Beginners’ Duplicate Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 p.m.
X-Factor Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 p.m.
Irish Dance Classes (3+) (Jones Room) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 / 5:30 p.m.
Irish Dance Classes (18+) (Jones Room) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:15 p.m.
Ballroom Dancing Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10 p.m.
Community Presbyterian Church in Celebration
Contemporary Service (511 Celebration Ave.) . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 9
Food Truck Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 9 p.m.
Oct. 16
Experience Kissimmee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 a.m.
Friday
Rotary Club (Education Center, Florida Hospital) . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8:30 a.m.
Celebration Bridge Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.
ACBL Sanctioned Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Fitness Firm-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 p.m.
National Mah Jongg (resident only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5 p.m.
Company Dance Warm Ups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4:30 p.m.
X-Factor Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30-7 p.m.
Table Tennis Club (Heritage Hall) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:15-8:15 p.m.
AA Meeting (North Village Meeting Room) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m.
Saturday
Fit4Mom (Great Lawn, Lakeside) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Petanque (Lakeside Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.
Celebration Seventh-Day Adventist
Adult Study Group (Nicholson Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m.
Family Story Hour (Creation Kids Village) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m.
Worship (Nicholson Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 a.m.
# Lunchbagcelebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.
X-Factor Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.-Noon
Worship Service, Ed Center 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 a.m.
Corpus Christi Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.m.
Recovery at Celebration
Call 407-433-1745 or e-mail celebrationaa@gmail.com . . . . . . . . 7 p.m.
Wednesday
Contact Town Hall to add your group’s events!
All events take place at Celebration Town Hall,
(851 Celebration Ave.) unless noted otherwise.
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It’s once again time for another of the tri-annual art strolls brought to you by Meryl Rachlin,
Lexin and Imperium Food and Wine.
Make plans to join us on Saturday, October 10, from 5 – 9 p.m., as Market Street in Celebration
is dotted with a wide array of talented artists displaying their artwork.
You will see everything from pottery, photography, wood boxes, paintings-oil, watercolors and
acrylics as well as a wide variety of jewelry and crafts.
Imperium Food and Wine will have wine, sangria and beer for sale. Buy a glass of your favorite
libation and bounce to the blues/jazz/variety rhythms of Dave Capp, alto & tenor saxophone,
and Singer Rita Kay while you peruse the vendor’s offerings.
It’s not too soon to be thinking of the holidays! Hopefully you’ll find that one of a kind art
object or jewelry piece for one of the special people in your life! This is a free event, come one
come all!
For more information contact Meryl Rachlin at info@artthatpops.com. If you are an artist
contact Meryl to be placed on her artist email list so you can be included in future art strolls.
Celebration resident to compete in 2016
MISS FLORIDA TEEN USA Pageant
Celebration resident Jessica Fernandez-Santos will be competing
for the upcoming MISS FLORIDA TEEN USA Pageant.
The pageant will originate from Parker Playhouse in Ft. Lauderdale
on Sunday October 4, 2015, and will feature 60 young women from
all over the state of Florida. The contestants will be judged in three
categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview.
Jessica was chosen to represent Miss Polk County Teen USA on
March 14 of this year in Lakeland. Since that time, Jessica has been
very active in the Community Hope Center by helping in different
outreach for the homeless families living in the Kissimmee area.
Some of the events are: Christmas Outreach and the Egg Hunt for
Families in transition. She also helps by collecting clothing and
shoes to be donated to the Community Hope Center on Hwy. 192
in Kissimmee. Also, she has been very active at events in Celebration,
Florida, making appearances at the Exotic Car Show and at the
Make a Wish table.
In addition, she was part of the
4th of July Parade in Downtown
Celebration and helped with
donations at the Children’s
Miracle table. Jessica is attending
Celebration High School
and actively participates is choir,
dancing, talents shows and the
Lady Storm varsity soccer team.
Jessica is the daughter of
Mrs. Marie L. Santos.
For more information on
the pageant or to watch the
Miss Florida Teen USA
competition, please visit
www.missfloridausa.com.
Art stroll set to take stride on October 10
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Celebration family earns their VoluntEARS
What do you get when you
have a pair of Walt Disney
World employees, who love
what they do and instill the
importance of volunteerism
in their sons?
You get the first ever Walt
Disney World VoluntEAR
family of the Year.
Celebration residents Danielle and John Warner, along with their
sons David and Patrick, picked up the honor this past spring.
Cast Members (as Disney employees are referred to) Danielle and
John have always taught their twin sons the importance of helping
out and giving back to the community. Whether it is their time at the
National Family Volunteer day at Orlando Neighborhood Improvement Corporation or giving back to such organizations as Celebration
34747, the Warners have earned their EARS as a family. “The boys
really get what volunteering is about. It’s really a lot of fun to do
different events with the community,” said John. Hopefully we’ve
instilled that in them, that as they get older, they will continue to
do it.”
“Our Cast Members love to volunteer with their
families,” said Nancy Giduski, director of Walt
Disney World Corporate Citizenship.
As a result of the honor, Disney donated $2,500 to
the nonprofit of the Warner’s choice, which was
the South East Beagle Rescue. Danielle offered an
explanation as to why they chose the organization:
“We rescued a beagle 14 years ago - Bob (we call him our special needs
puppy) cause he came from a bad situation and because of that - he is
fabulous with people but doesn't do well with other dogs. Three years ago,
we took him to Posh Pooch, he was impressively well-behaved. We strolled
past the South East Beagle Rescue tent and spotted Blossom, a seven year
old senior beagle huddled in a cage at the back. Bob went up to the cage
and instead of barking at her, he sniffed and licked and before I could
‘warn’ the attendant NOT to bring her out in his presence - she did and to our shock, Bob loved her!!!! We were floored! He doesn’t like dogs
- she must be super special! So we adopted her and in the adoption
stipulation they require you take the pup to your vet within the first week
for a clean bill of health - Blossom's came back - positive for heartworm!
The rescue said they'd pick up the costs of the heartworm treatment and
all associated costs! Heartworm treatment is over a couple days and
over $1,000 dollars! (We actually made the trip to the vet with her into
a small family vacation to make sure she knew she was our family!)
Blossom and Bob are two of a kind now - she’s 100% healthy and our
little princess and so to be able to ‘repay’ SEBR for taking care of her is
fabulous and to know that they can now help other precious beagles too
is a warmth in the heart that’s tough to explain!”
Volunteerism is a central and enduring part of Disney’s legacy and
culture. Cast Members and employees around the world give their
time and expertise to brighten the lives of kids and families in need,
and help strengthen communities around the world.
Since the program’s founding in 1983, Disney
VoluntEARS in more than 40 countries have given
over 8 million hours of volunteer service, including
comforting kids during their hospital stays, participating in beach clean ups, and building community
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Founders Day 2015 is right around the corner as we
prepare to celebrate our town’s 19th anniversary. Among
the events currently scheduled include: a downtown concert, parade, Veterans Day ceremony, town photo and
BBQ.
Downtown Concert
Make plans to join us on Friday,
November 13, as Market Street
comes alive with the sound of
music under the stars. The entertainment kicks off at 6 p.m. with
local artist Zaza, followed by a
return appearance of Ghaleb at
7:30 pm. The concert is sponsored by our friends at Imagination Realty
and the Celebration Parks and Rec Committee.
Ghaleb is a world class
Pop Tenor, Guitarist &
Composer. In 2007 Ghaleb
competed on American
Idol and after battling more
than 140,000 auditions by
other contestants, he was
a winner of the golden
ticket to Hollywood,
where he finished in top 50. Ghaleb was born in Valencia,
Venezuela, where he began learning songs and entertaining friends at family gatherings by the age of four.
Concert Sponsored by:
Parks &
Recreation
At six years old, he was named the winner of the “El
Festival del Niño” (“The Festival of the Child”) celebrated
on Mother’s Day. That was the beginning of his Músical
career. At 12 years of age, Ghaleb began his studies at the
Sebastian Echeveria Lozano School of Music and the
Music Technology School of Valencia. Ghaleb has created
a signature style which combines Latin influences with
an Arabic flavor. He will be joined by violinist virtuoso
Pablo Rivera on the 13th.
Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
The activities continue on Saturday, November 14 at
9 a.m. with our annual Veterans Day parade. Join us as we
honor the dedicated men and women who have served
our country, as we parade through town. The fun steps
off at Lakeside Park, following a route that includes
Front Street, Market Street and Celebration Avenue.
The parade will end at Founders Park and will immediately be followed by our annual Veterans Day flag
ceremony.
Those interested in participating in this year’s parade
can fill out an application by stopping by Town Hall or
calling the parks and rec department at 407-566-1200.
Applications will be accepted online at celebration.fl.us.
Town Photo and Picnic
After two fun filled days, we are sure you have worked
up an appetite. Join us for the annual Town Picnic at
Lakeside Park beginning at 1 p.m. We are thrilled to have
4Rivers BBQ catering this year’s affair. A valid CROA ID
is required for admission.
Just prior to the picnic at 12:45 p.m. it’s time to capture
our moment in time. We invite all residents to gather at
Lakeside for the annual town photo, so brush those
pearly whites and say… Celebration!
407-566-1200 • www.celebration.fl.us
TECHNOLOGY • EDUCATION • PLACE • HEALTH • COMMUNITY
Founders Day Weekend
Scheduled for November 13 – 14
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World Food Championships sets menu of fun
Sizzle or Swizzle
Thursday – Sunday, November 5 – 8
Noon – 6 p.m. Daily
Tickets: Free
The Main Event –
The World Food Championships
Wednesday – Sunday, November 4 - 8, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (FINALS)
Tickets: Free
See the world’s largest outdoor kitchen arena where incredible recipes
are created to perfection by more than 500 champion CHEFS and
HOME COOKS in a non-stop, high-stress environment! They are
competing for bragging rights and a LOT of cash - $350,000 to be
precise! – in a food TV-Style, cut-throat competition. But admission
is FREE for foodies. So come see the fun.
There’s already a standing room only for the stacks of cooking and
mixology demonstrations that stretch throughout the day from
Thursday through Sunday in the SizzleSpot and SwizzleSpot! Watch
the pro’s provide recipe tips, presentation ideas, show off the latest
new ‘must have’ appliances and gadgets! OR learn the art of mixing
that perfect cocktail from world-renowned mixologists. What’s best??
These enticing demonstrations will happen every hour with a new
topic and a new idea! Nothing gets old in Sizzle and Swizzle and
you’ll want to plan to spend time there!
The Chili Fest
Saturday, November 7
3 – 5 p.m.
Tickets: $15.00
You’ve made a pot of chili by opening a can and browning some beef.
YEAH. We’ve done that, too… BUT wait until you taste an AVENUE
of Chili recipes to find your FAVORITE!
Cooking Like A Champ!
The Chef Challenge!
Round 1: Friday, November 6: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. - Cooking Academy
Round 2: Saturday, November 7: 8 a.m. - Noon - Cooking Academy
Round 3: Saturday, November 7: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. - Cooking Academy
Round 4/ Finals: Sunday, November 8: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. At the Main Stage
Tickets: Free
Three Days of Cut-Throat Kitchen Competitions with 3 Divisions
of Competitors!
Watch International Chef Celebrities The BEST of the USA And
Florida’s Best Compete for the Right to challenge each other in this
celebrity event! Stakes are high! HAND SKILLS will be on display!
AND YOU can have watch the drama unfold LIVE – In REAL TIME!
Beyond the drama of those TV competitions—This is the REAL
Thing!
Food Fight Night
Tuesday, November 3
Pick Your Restaurant & Time Online!
Tickets: $35.00
WFC is kicking off Food Week with one incredible, action-packed
night of Culinary Fights at Five of Celebration’s best restaurants!
Not only will these ‘fights’ benefit local charities, but they’ll put you
right into the middle of a TV-Style Chef Challenge that allows you
to eat, drink and relax with some of Central Florida’s hottest chefs,
while they try to win over your taste buds with themed food
challenges that will be judged by our trained Cheforees!
The Tasting Village
Friday – Sunday, November 6 - 8
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily
TICKETS: FREE
LOVE to go to a PARTY and just GRAZE at the Food Table.
We do too… sashay through the TASTING VILLAGE where
the requirement to be there is an appetite!
Session 1: Thursday, November 5
Session 2: Friday, November 6
3 – 5 p.m.
Tickets: $60.00
Now that you’ve gotten a taste of the world of food sport, do you
think you might have that secret recipe that would put you into
the arena? Get the backstories first-hand from champions who have
made it big on the world stage. The culinary superstars of the world
of food sport will share secrets of sure-fire recipes, the pitfalls to avoid,
the ‘must have’s’ for every successful pantry. Whether you are wanting
to ramp up your ‘hostess with the mostest’ or perfect that family
recipe for a run for the money, this is an intimate look into the life
of the food champ! Pick from 2 sessions!
Family Food Fun
Sunday, November 8
Session 1: Noon – 12:45 p.m.
Session 2: 1 – 1:45 p.m.
Each Ticket admits a Family of 4: $40
With Loads of FUN in this Kitchen this charming family course,
hosted by ‘Tha Love Chef ’ Jernard Wells, brings even the smallest
hands to the counter for a recipe of culinary fun! Families with young
children are invited to enjoy this chance to engage children in mixing
up a bowl full of healthy eating. Pick one of two sessions!
Grand Tasting
Tuesday, November 10
7 – 10 p.m.
Tickets: $140
The 2015 Food Champ has been selected and the Final Celebration
Party begins in the Kenmore Kitchen Arena! Toast the Champion!
Toast the Competitors and then Join Us for a 9-Course Dinner with
an Award-winning recipe from each of the NINE categories of
competition selected and recreated for the Grand Tasting from
favorites representing each of the World Food Championships!
You should plan to come hungry – and ready for a culinary event
unlike any you have attended!
EAT
DRINK
COMPETE
YOU BE THE JUDGE!
Pick from YOUR Session:
Saturday, November 7
Session 1: 11a.m. - 1 p.m.
Session 2: 2 – 4 p.m.
Tickets: $110
So you LOVE LOVE LOVE GREAT FOOD??!! The BEST Night Out
is all about the FOOD? YOU can critique every morsel you eat?
Define it’s ingredients with one taste??
YOU need to become a Certified Judge! The EAT Certification
is the gold standard for the World Food Championships judges.
With this course, you’ll have the ‘gold card’ that gets you preferred
selection for the 2016 World Food Championships and for many
of the automatic and preferred qualifying events that get these
champions to the world stage!
Graduate With Honors From BBQ School!
Sunday, November 8
3 – 5 p.m.
Tickets: $85
This Q-School Diploma can win you the envy of your
neighborhood (or it may set you on the circuit of BBQ
competition!) From the serious grillmaster to the person who
just bought their first charcoal model, award-winning BBQ
pros will reveal secrets for smoking anything, creating the
perfect beer can chicken and artfully brining those briskets.
The World Cocktail Experience
November 5 – 7, every Afternoon!
4 – 9 p.m.
Tickets: $25
Looking for the best after-work experience to toast a hard day’s
work with your friends? How about a lake-side setting with the
world’s leading alcohol brands and award-winning mixologists?
For one low ticket price, you can taste the hottest new cocktail
creations during out four-hour happy hour! Cheers!
Very Important
Foodie Passes!
Passes Available: Friday – Sunday,
November 6 - 8
Single Day Pass: $60
3-Day Pass: $160
Whether it’s for a day or 3-days
our access passes will put you
behind the scenes with a place to
relax and enjoy great food/fabulous
libations/great friends/great chefs!
Put Your Feet! Mingle with Friends!
Reserve All Your Tickets NOW
(even for the free stuff!):
worldfoodchampionships.com/tickets
COOK
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It’s the Great Pumpkin Relay for Life plans
Patch, Celebration
kick-off event
You can talk about Mickey Mouse or even Harry Potter but one thing
everyone in and around Celebration knows about is the PUMPKIN
PATCH in the center of downtown. For going on 14 years it has been
an institution. A sure riot of color that signals cool days are coming,
leaves falling and Christmas almost in sight. Parents come from
Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Lake Mary and even Jacksonville to make
this an annual pilgrimage with their kiddies for that very special
picture by the huge pumpkin or in the not so scary tunnel of fun.
Classes of school kids arrive to pick out their perfect little pumpkin
and get a break from the classroom. Tourists from other countries
are amazed at this bit of quintessential Americana. Best of all, the
pumpkins are freshly cut from patches in New Mexico; you cannot
get better.
The funds raised go to support “Help Now” www.helpnowshelter.org,
a refuge for battered spouses and hurting children. It is the only rape
crisis center in Osceola County. The patch is a major contributor to
their bottom line and it is a community effort. There are no paid
positions making this a true labor of love. Run by the Community
Presbyterian Church and the many willing hands of volunteers.
Town Hall, CHEP Palletes, the CDD, Celebration Sanitation,
Davey Tree Services, the handsome men and beautiful women of
the Osceola County Fire Department, Taylor Rentals and numerous
other volunteers give of their time and talent to make this event
better each year. Mark your calendars for September 27 through
October 31 to add to your family memories. For the kids and adults
alike it is truly a wonderful place. Do not wait until the last minute!
These pumpkins seem to fly off their skids.
Each year, Celebration hosts one of the many world-wide
‘Relay For Life’ events, bringing organizations and residents of
the community together. As part of the American Cancer Society
(ACS), these events make up the largest and most impactful
fundraisers in the fight to end cancer.
The purpose? To celebrate those
who have or currently are battling cancer and their caregivers,
remember loved ones lost, and
take action to finish the fight.
On Thursday, October 22 at 6
p.m., the Celebration Kick-Off
party will take place at Town Hall (851
Celebration Ave, Celebration FL, 34747)
and we would love to see you there.
Bring a friend and learn how you can
positively impact your community.
Help us celebrate with this one-of-a-kind
event and raise funds towards research,
patient care, and finding cures. Together,
we can make a difference.
Please RSVP to attend the Kick-Off party by Monday, October 19
to awardrelay@gmail.com. For more information, you can visit
www.relayforlife.org/celebrationfl.
Town Hall visits Osceola County
First responders
Celebration Town Hall recognized Patriot Day by honoring and saying thank you to the first responders
who keep us safe on a daily basis. Members of the Town Hall Staff visited the Osceola County Fire Rescue
Station 72 in the morning to drop off breakfast and then paid a visit to the Osceola County Sheriff ’s office
to deliver lunch.
Patriot Day or National Day of Remembrance is recognized yearly on September 11 to remember the men
and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the deadly terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
Garden Club to welcome
Gaylord Palms horticulturist
By Patricia Alesbury, President
Our Garden Club year got off to a flying start in September with our
Ikebana meeting, thanks to wonderful organization by Judith Rankine
and her team of helpers. Everyone spent time meeting up with old
and new Garden Club friends and learned something about this
fascinating Japanese floral art.
Our October meeting should be special too.
We are delighted to welcome Bethanny Lahey from the
horticulture department
at Gaylord
Palms. If you
have wandered
around the atrium at
Gaylord Palms
you will have
seen the results
of the hard work Bethanny Lahey
of Bethanny and
her team. Bringing bulbs to flower in the spring in
succession is an art in itself. Who else could grow daffodils and narcissi
in Central Florida? The title of Bethanny’s talk is ‘I’m from the North,
what can I grow here in Florida?’ and she will illustrate what you can
grow and also what you cannot grow. So for everyone who yearns to
grow dahlias and hydrangeas, she will have some tips.
So make a date to come and hear Bethanny speak at Heritage Hall
on Wednesday, October 21 at 9:30 a.m. New members are always
very welcome.
We have more exciting meetings and trips planned for the coming
months. See our website for more details.
www.celebrationgardenclub.org
Don’t forget to get your tickets for the 17th Holiday Home and
Garden tour December 5 - 6.
Look forward to seeing you there!
The Garden Club of Celebration Fall pine straw sale
After the heavy rains of the summer, it is
time to spread a layer of mulch to prevent
moisture loss from the soil by evaporation
during the forthcoming dry months. Pine
straw is an organic material gathered from
the floor of pine woods and is an ideal
mulch for our sandy soil here in Florida.
Mulching reduces the demand for
watering and conserves water that is
applied during irrigation. Mulch helps
keep a more uniform temperature in the
soil and as pine straw decays it improves
soil structure and adds nutrients.
Pine straw mulch should be applied in a layer about 4 inches thick,
one bale of pine straw will cover an area of approximately 4 feet
by 6 feet. It should be replaced or supplemented every six months.
Garden Club sells pine straw mulch in our community twice
a year in March and October.
Each bale costs $4.50 and we offer
free delivery for orders over five bales.
For orders of less than five bales,
there is a delivery charge of $5.
To place your order, please call
Dave Alesbury on 321 939 3603
or e-mail Garden Club at
GardenClubofcelebration@gmail.com
and send checks to Garden Club of
Celebration, PO Box 470082, Celebration,
Florida 34747. New for this sale, you can
order on-line starting October 1 to get
the sale price of $5, and have delivery within two working days.
http://celebrationgardenclub.org/product/pine-straw-bale/
We will be delivering all other orders between October 19 and
October 23, please order before Friday October 16 to ensure
delivery.
Clubs, Organizations & Events
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5K, 10K, FUN RUN
and Pancakes too?
By Debbie Gryniewicz
Join the Rotary Club
of Celebration and
Community Partner,
Florida Hospital
Celebration Health for
the 17th Annual Pancake
Breakfast Run on October
31 at the Celebration Fire
Station. The event features
a 5K, 10K and Fun Run
with a delicious pancake
breakfast, Florida Hospital
Celebration Health sponsored Fitness and Health
Fair plus entertainment
for the entire family.
Local veteran
advances to 2015
VGA Championship
in Pinehurst
Veterans are finding
camaraderie, competition
and comfort between the
tee boxes and flagsticks.
David Thomas, a member of
the Veteran Golfers
Association and Celebration
resident, served with the U.S.
Army in Vietnam for three
years. He will join approximately 80 other veteran
golfers from around the country to compete in the 2015
VGA Championship this Veterans Day at historic Pinehurst No.2
About the Run:
• 10K, 5K and Fun Run
• Certified, chip-timed
• Sanctioned by USA Track and Field
• Winners receive - T-shirt, custom designed medal, breakfast ticket
• Fun Run - for kids and parents with strollers
Nothing is better after a run
than piping hot pancakes with
all the fixings! This year the
single buffet line has been
replaced with THREE BUFFET
LINES to provide quicker
access to breakfast. Proceeds
will benefit local charities
including New Beginnings
of Central Florida
(www.nbcfl.org).
Register for the run and get pancake breakfast tickets at:
www.celebrationrotarypancakerun.com
$5 Breakfast tickets will also be sold at the Celebration Farmer’s
Market on October 4, 11 and 18. See you there!
The competition, which will take place November 8 – 11, will feature
rounds on Pinehurst No. 4, Pinehurst No. 5 and legendary No. 2.
The attendees will also be treated to a Colt Ford concert.
Pinehurst No. 2, the centerpiece of the Pinehurst Resort, remains one
of the world’s most celebrated golf courses. It has served as the site
for more single golf championships than any course in America and,
in 2014, hosted 14 days of championship play with back to back U.S.
Open and U.S. Women’s Open Championships for the first time ever.
David earned his prestigious slot at Pinehurst by advancing in a
regional qualifier at TPC Prestancia in Sarasota. The top finishers
at regional venues qualified for an all-expense paid trip to the VGA
National Championships.
The Veterans Golfers Association was formed earlier this year as a
501 (c)3 non-profit with a vision to promote golf to veterans and
their family members across the country. All veterans, to include
active duty, reservists, retired or disabled, are eligible for membership
in the VGA. To follow the 2015 VGA Championship, please visit
www.vgachampionship.org. To learn more about the VGA please
visit www.vgagolf.org.
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First and Third Sundays
Bohemian Hotel
Conference Room
Bible Study
9:30 a.m.
Worship Service
10:30 a.m.
More info: 407.566.1195
Cultivating a community of faith like a fruitful orchard.
Three Biblical Interpretation
New Courses Sept. 16 - Nov. 11, 2015
(nine weeks each)
Registrations now being
accepted at Stetson,
email mmcdanie@stetson.edu
Spirituality
Dec. 2, 2015 - Feb. 10, 2016
New Covenant Gifts
Feb. 24 - Apr. 20, 2016
Classes meet Wednesdays 11 a.m. - 1 p.m,
with other sessions added as needed.
Psalm 34:8
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Veterans Club of Celebration
The Veterans Club
of Celebration was
organized in 2007 to
provide support to
honorably discharged
Veterans (any military
service branch) and to
participate and support
community events.
We are organized as a
non-profit organization
with the intent and
purpose to promote
awareness and interest
in veterans’ affairs and
activities.
CELEBRATION
VETERANS CLUB
All honorably discharged veterans are welcome.
We meet the second Thursday of the month, 6 p.m.
at Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave.
For further information, contact celveterans@aol.com,
407-777-9867 or visit www.celebrationveterans.org.
Celebration
Mah Jongg
Open to the public, Mah Jongg is played on Wednesdays and
Fridays at Celebration Town Hall. We have more than 20 steady
players that play at least twice a month, but most play twice a week.
On Wednesdays, Wright Patterson Mah Jongg is played from
1:30-4:30 p.m. It is a match so you must stay for all three hours.
Wright Patterson MJ is played with no jokers and the hands (100+)
never change.
On Fridays, National Mah Jongg is played from 1-5 p.m. You may
come and leave whenever you wish. National Mah Jongg is played
with eight jokers and the hands change every year on April 1.
We welcome all players! If you don’t know how to play, we can
teach you at one of three lessons. National takes about three hours
to learn and Wright Patterson takes about six hours. If you already
know how to play WP then the class for National would only be one
hour. If you already know how to play National then the class for
Wright Patterson would be three hours. Please sign-up for a lesson
or if you know how to play please come!
Contact Margaret Cooke for free classes. Interested parties have
three chances to learn. Please e-mail Mcooke1241@comcast.net
for more information.
The weekly Farmers Market is located at Lakeside Park,
631 Sycamore St. Stop by and peruse the wide variety of food
and craft vendors each week for the freshest fruits and vegetables,
fun arts and crafts and much more on Sundays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
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By Stephanie Garber
The Democrats of Celebration (DOC) will hold their October
gathering on Wednesday, October 28 at Town Hall. A social gathering
is set for 6:45 p.m., followed by the monthly meeting at 7 p.m.
Orange-Osceola State Attorney Jeff
Ashton will be our featured speaker. Jeffrey L. Ashton is a nationally-recognized prosecutor who was
elected State Attorney for the
Ninth Judicial Circuit in 2012,
defeating a six-term incumbent
during the primary election. He
took office on January 8, 2013.
Since that time, Mr. Ashton has
lectured nationally on the use of
forensic evidence and has authored
several papers and treatises. One
such work, “Foundation for DNA
Fingerprint Evidence,” is included
Jeffrey L. Ashton
in The American Jurisprudence
Proof of Facts, a
reference book for
attorneys that provides
standards for which
facts must be proven
at trial. He is fascinated
with the science of
criminal cases and
enjoys the competition
of being a trial lawyer.
Above all, he is pleased that the work he has done as an attorney,
and his work as the chief law enforcement officer for the Ninth
Circuit, has had a meaningful impact on the community.
The Democrats of Celebration meet every fourth Wednesday from
January to October at 851 Celebration Ave. from 7-8 p.m. We gather
for a short social period 15 minutes before the start of the meeting.
All are welcome at our free friendly meetings, whether or not you
live in Celebration!
Questions? Call 407-742-6000.
The Democrats of Celebration (DOC) will meet Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Social gathering 6:45 p.m., followed by meeting 7 – 8 p.m.
Town Hall, 851 Celebration Ave, Celebration, FL
All are welcome at our free friendly meetings, whether or not you live in Celebration!
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Celebration Duplicate
Bridge Club seeks
players
by Lone Darrow
Please join the Celebration Duplicate Bridge Club for sanctioned
duplicate bridge every Friday at 11 a.m. at Town Hall, 851 Celebration
Ave. All players are welcome, and if you do not have a partner, come
by and we will match you with a partner. You do not need to be an
ACBL member to play. The game is played in pleasant surroundings
with lots of nice people, and we break for lunch for about 20 minutes,
so you are welcome to bring a small lunch. Snacks will be available.
Please contact Lone Darrow if you have any questions at
407-566-8922 or darrowlone@gmail.com.
Democrats to welcome State Attorney Ashton
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Little Leaguers prep for Fall campaign
Before they laced up their cleats, grabbed
their gloves and swung a bat, members
of the Celebration Little League picked
up shovels, rakes and brooms.
Prior to opening their Fall season on
September 18, parents, players and
coaches showed off their teamwork and
landscaping skills by clearing weeds,
tilling, redefining the base areas and
cleaning out the dugout. Gives a whole
new meaning to the baseball reference
five tool player.
James E. “Jim” Boyle, CPA
THE Celebration CPA
Celebration CPA representing successful
ssful
individuals and business in tax,
accounting, and business planning.
Referral based practice focused on
long term client relationships.
Representation Against IRS and
Tax Problem Resolution.
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olution.com
Phone: 321-250-2535 • Email: jboylecpa@yahoo.com
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“What is Growing Bolder?… It’s an attitude. A mission. A passion.
A team of people who believe in the power of hope, inspiration and
possibility.”
“What is Thriving in Place?… It’s neighbors helping neighbors to
empower those who are aging or managing a disability to live in their
own homes leading healthy, safe, independent and productive lives.”
Register today for Thursday, October 15 at the Bohemian Hotel
Celebration from 9:30 – 11 a.m. This event is free to Celebration
Residents. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit
www.thecelebrationfoundation.org or call 407-566-1234.
Marc Middleton
Marc Middleton is Founder and CEO
of Growing Bolder. One of the leading
voices in the active lifestyle movement,
Marc is the co-host of the Growing
Bolder TV and Radio Shows, executive
producer of Surviving & Thriving,
editor of Growing Bolder Magazine,
author of Rock Stars of Aging, director,
videographer and writer of the feature
length documentary film, Conquering
Kilimanjaro, and a featured blogger
on the Huffington Post.
Marc speaks regularly on positive
aging, personal
reinvention, chasing and achieving
dreams, the keys to
active longevity,
marketing to the
50+ market, and
the power of storytelling. Marc will
share inspiring examples of people living engaged and vibrant lives
well into their 70s, 80s and beyond and the importance of staying
socially, physically and mentally active.
Thriving in Place is now open for membership to seniors or those
managing a disability. Thriving provides services and activities to help
members live in their own homes. We offer transportation services,
companion visits, errand assistance and daily well check calls through
a trained and enthusiastic volunteer network. Access to vetted
providers and lots of social activities are also included in membership.
If you would like more information about membership, please call
the Celebration Foundation 407-566-1234.
New Urbanism Committee Founder’s Day Speaker
…before there was Celebration… there was Tom Lewis
Saturday, November 14, 2015,
6 – 7:30 p.m.,
Community Presbyterian Church,
$10
Do you wonder what Celebration
was like when it was just dirt?
Are you curious about the early
planning of the community?
Did you ever wonder how we got
our name? Tom Lewis promises to
share his inside scoop on the early
days of Celebration’s town
planning.
Tom is the former Vice President of
Development for The Walt Disney
World Co. Tom’s career with Disney
began in 1987 as Director of
Tom Lewis
Residential Development and Vice
President of Community Development for Disney Development
Company, later Walt Disney Imagineering. He was a key member
of the Disney senior executive team overseeing planning and
development of Disney’s Town of Celebration. In this role, he was
responsible for the early market research, business plan development,
master planning and design, and entitlements strategy for Celebration.
Prior to his work at Disney, Tom served in former Florida Governor
Bob Graham’s administration as a Special Assistant, coordinating
the Governor’s Florida Cabinet agenda on capital construction and
land use/development issues. He then served three years as Assistant
Secretary of the Florida Department of Transportation, where he
was responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Florida DOT.
He completed his service in the Graham administration as Secretary
of the Florida Department of Community Affairs where he was
instrumental in passage of Florida’s historic growth management
laws in the mid-1980s.
“We are excited that Tom will be speaking here in Celebration,”
said Paul Collins, Celebration Foundation New Urbanism Chair,
“He has such a wealth of knowledge of Celebration, the key partners
and what went into building the town.”
To register visit: www.thecelebrationfoundation.org or call
407-566-1234.
Marc Middleton of Growing Bolder Helps
Launch Thriving in Place on October 15!
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Celebration Foundation Concert Reception
Introduces Concert Series
The 2015 -2016 Celebration Foundation Concert Series was launched
with style at the home of Kathy and Bruce Carlson on Saturday,
September 12. Over 70 guests enjoyed getting back into the spirit
of the concert series by reconnecting and hearing about the bands
scheduled to perform. They were excited to hear about the variety
of music including classical music, country and jazz.
The Series is set to launch on Friday, December 11, 2015 with a
Christmas Concert performed by the Brass Band of Central Florida.
And the series concludes with an energetic performance by NOLA’s
Rebirth Brass Band…“Rebirth can be precise whenever it wants to,”
says The New York Times, “but it’s more like a party than a machine.
It’s a working model of the New Orleans musical ethos: as long as
everybody knows what they’re doing, anyone can cut loose.”
For more information on the Series and sponsorship information
please visit www.thecelebrationfoundation.org or call 407-566-1234.
All of the concerts will be performed at Community Presbyterian
Church in Celebration.
Eric Jacobsen, already a favorite in Celebration since he performed
with Brooklyn Rider, will be back in town as the conductor of the
Orlando Philharmonic on Friday, January 22, 2016, when they will
perform Beethoven’s Eroica & Piano Concerto #5 (Emporer)) with
pianist Danill Tsvetkov.
The talented students of the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra
will be performing on Sunday, February 21, 2016. The FSYO aims to
educate and inspire Central Florida’s top young musicians. They are
grateful for the opportunity to strengthen their musical talents by
performing in front of a large audience.
The Honeycutters will be taking the stage on Saturday, March 19, 2016
in Celebration. They reflect the more diverse offerings the Concert
Series has offered in the last year to include other genres of music
our audience has requested.
Celebration Memorial
Garden Remembrance
Saturday, November 21,
11 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. at the Memorial Garden
The Vision of the
Memorial Garden is to
enable reflection on
Celebration’s concern for
family, creative beauty,
harmony and reverence
for life. This has been
carried out by the use
of beautiful landscaping,
walking paths and
private rest areas inviting reflection. Even the circular design evokes
thoughts of the circle of life. The Memorial Garden’s focal point
is the area where 12 pillars have been erected. Each pillar displays
plaques engraved with the names of individuals who are no longer
with us.
Join us on Saturday, November 21, as we spend time in remembrance and reflection of those we have loved and lost.
321-939-3660
Borrowing the phrase used
by the King of Siam in the
Rodgers & Hammerstein
musical The King and I,
planning for our golden
years can be “a puzzlement”!
What’s the best way to have
our money work for us
through retirement?
What legal directives need
to be in place to protect both
our assets and our heirs?
How do we go about finding
the care providers we would need should our health become
an issue? What options do we have for living arrangements
once staying in our own home becomes too much of a challenge?
“Etcetera, etcetera, etcetera…”
These questions and more were answered by a panel of experts at
the September Lunch and Learn program sponsored by Thriving
in Place. The guest speakers included: Scott E. Cadwell of Cadwell
Wealth Management Group, Diane Reynolds of FHL Care
Management LLC, Ken Lyons of the Good Samaritan Society and
Attorney Silvia Ibanez. Each professional shared their thoughts on
the various kinds of issues we will face as we grow older as well as
the tools we will need to navigate through the maze of decisions.
Our “Strategies for Success Aging” series will continue in
November when Scott Cadwell returns joined by other experts
in the field of Financial Planning. You won’t want to miss this
informative program that will feature tips on how to insure your
financial freedom. So mark your calendar and be sure to bring
your questions and appetite!
Save the Date…
Lunch & Learn – Strategies for Successful Aging
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. … $5 fee includes lunch
Celebration Town Hall – 851 Celebration Avenue,
Celebration, Florida
Lunch & Learn
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Bookmark Buddies, a magical innovation
By Jim MacGregor
In 2003 Osceola County was faced with a great
challenge. Hundreds of students would be
retained at third grade because of new state rules
that required passing the state reading test to
move on to fourth grade. Osceola County and
Dade County had the greatest percentage of students in Florida for whom English was a second
language. Passing the reading test would be very
difficult.
Bookmark Buddies spend 30 minutes a week helping
to improve reading and analyzing reading materials.
The program is a powerful motivator to encourage
the kids to read more at home. Just before the winter
break there is a celebration of reading and each
of the students receive a little bear to read to over
the vacation. These students are not non-readers.
Often they can say all of the words correctly but are
not understanding what they have read. The mentor
role is sometimes challenging but is always very
fulfilling.
With disaster looming on the horizon, a plan was
born to help a handful of kids in just five schools improve their
reading skills. The school district did not have funds to support an
experimental program that may not work. The Osceola Education
Foundation stepped in to initiate the Bookmark Buddies program
in 2003.
Every year there is a need to recruit additional mentors. Those
interested in becoming a Bookmark Buddies mentor, please contact
Jim MacGregor at the Celebration K-8 School at 407-566-2300 or
at macgregj@osceola.k12.fl.us.
Since then, the Bookmark Buddies program has grown to involve
500 students in 26 different schools. The program is entirely funded
with grant monies. The program continues under the sponsorship of
the Osceola Education Foundation and no tax dollars are expended.
There are several contributing agencies that sponsor the program.
All volunteers must be OASIS certified and it is easy. Last year
33 students at the Celebration K-8 School were involved with
the program. All of them passed the state reading test. That is
the magic Bookmark Buddies performed.
The Celebration K-8 School became involved with Bookmark Buddies
three years ago with the leadership of Kathleen Sipio. Currently the
program at the Celebration K-8 School is coordinated by Jim
MacGregor in collaboration with Jamie Domres of the Osceola
Foundation.
What is a Bookmark Buddy? The adult volunteers are called
mentors because that is exactly the role that is performed. It is not
just listening to a third grader read. It is teaching, motivating and
learning to interact with a third grader who needs their help. It is
making a difference, one student at a time.
2015 Varsity Football Schedule
WEEK
DATE
HOME TEAM
AWAY TEAM
TIME
6
10/2
Celebration
St. Cloud
7 p.m.
7
10/9
BYE
8
10/16
Celebration
Harmony
7 p.m.
9
10/22
Liberty
Celebration
7:30 p.m.
10
10/30
Lake Nona
Celebration
7:30 p.m.
11
11/6
Cypress Creek
Celebration
7:30 p.m.
2015 Ladies Volleyball Schedule
DATE
OPPONENT
LOCATION
TIME
TEAMS
Thursday
October 1
vs. St. Cloud HS
Away
5 / 6/ 7 p.m.
FR / JV / Varsity
Tuesday
October 6
vs. Osceola HS
Home
5 / 6 / 7 p.m.
FR / JV / Varsity
Wednesday
October 7
vs. Gateway HS
Home
5 / 6 / 7 p.m.
FR / JV / Varsity
Thursday
October 8
vs. Lake Nona HS
Home
6 / 7 p.m.
JV / Varsity
Thursday
October 15
vs. Liberty HS
(Senior Night)
Home
5 / 6 / 7 p.m.
FR / JV / Varsity
District Tournament
Friday
TBA
October 23
TBA
Varsity
Monday
To
October 19
To
Tuesday
To
Wednesday
October 26
To
October 29
Regional Quarter Finals
TBA
TBA
Varsity
Tuesday
November 3
Regional Semi Finals
TBA
TBA
Varsity
Saturday
November 7
Regional Finals
TBA
TBA
Varsity
Tuesday
To
Saturday
November 11
To
November 15
TBA
Varsity
State Tournament
Away
Silver Spurs
Arena
Kissimmee, FL
School Buzz
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Off Book Productions Opens Its 11th Season
with Dead Man’s Cell Phone
By: John Maldonado
Celebration High School’s Off Book Productions is proud
to announce that the first show of their 11th season will be
Dead Man’s Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl. The show will be
directed by second year Off Book member, Morgan Tessler.
The story begins with Jean, a mid-aged woman sitting at
a cafe clearly annoyed by the constant ringing of a cell phone.
She realizes that the cell phone belongs to a dead man and
that he will never receive the call. Jean feels an urgency to
answer the cell phone and so takes a message for the dead
man, named Gordon. After reporting the death to authorities
she decides to keep the cell phone and thus keeps Gordon
“alive”. At that moment she commences a journey that leads
her to meet the people that have surrounded this mysterious
man’s life. Throughout, Jean contemplates the man he was
and the impact he has had on these
people.
Author Sarah Ruhl seeds the idea that
all individuals have a unique story.
Witness the clear and gentle insanity of
each character and how they deal with
the questions about Gordon that will
never be answered.
The incredible thing about Dead Man's Cell Phone is that it’s still
relevant today. The play touches upon the increasing use of cell phones
and other technologies that breed compulsions such as constantly
checking text messages, social media and receiving calls. Ruhl proposes
the question of whether technology has the power to isolate or unite
people.
“This show really makes you stop and think about how social
media and the use of cell phones has affected our lives and even
after. The idea that the impact we leave on earth is not only people’s
opinions but even those who have never met us can discover more
about themselves through how we leave our legacy,” says the play’s
director, Morgan Tessler.
The 2015-16 Off Book Company consists of
returning members and new members. Regardless
of membership length, they all collaborate to present
a production that is the fruit of merging abilities
and labors. The goal as a company is to entertain
the audience with a production that will bring
forth respect towards Off Book Productions and
Celebration High School. Even though actors represent the characters
of a play, the theater technicians organize their efforts into creating
the scenery that makes the play come to life, managing the lights
and audio that fortify a performance, gathering the essential props,
and preparing the costumes that sews the play together.
Come and explore the themes found in the unexpectedness of death
and how people can define someone’s legacy. In the case of Gordon,
his intriguing story is left behind with the people who take the time
to call his cell phone.
The show will be on October 23 – 25. Show times are Friday and
Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 at the door.
We hope to see you all there!
Upward Basketball and Cheering Season
The Upward basketball and
cheering season begins with evaluations on December 1 and 3 at
the Celebration Middle School
Gym from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
A unique drafting system creates
balanced teams, so all participants
must attend one evaluation. Practices will be held on Tuesday and
Thursday evenings with teams practicing only one night a week
during the season to help ease family stress. There will be one week
of practices on December 15 or 17 prior to Christmas break and
resuming on January 5 or 7, 2016. Games take place on Saturday
mornings beginning on January 9 ending on February 27. Cost is
$95 for the season. Online registration is now open at
http://www.upward.org or www.celebrationcommunitychurch.com.
Last year the league had almost 200 participants in basketball and
cheering so come and join us for another great year.
Upward Sports, the world’s largest Christian sports league for children,
teaches sporting fundamentals in a healthy, competitive environment,
allowing kids to develop skills for the sports arena and values for life.
Upward with almost 500,000 children taking part across the country
last year is based on the Christian principles: good character, integrity,
respect for others and a sense of fair play. The Upward Director of
Celebration is looking for individuals interested in making a positive
impact in the lives of the children and their families by volunteering
as a coach. Coaches will be given unlimited assistance and support
from the leadership of Upward and must pass a background check.
For more information about coaching or questions about the league
please contact Upward of Celebration Director Glenn Heinsch at
307-359-1173 or glenn@heinschfamily.com.
By Raoul Ogle
The 2015 Celebration High School Storm Varsity football team has
started the campaign by opening the season with two big wins.
The Storm opened with a 49-0 win at Lake Placid and followed that
road victory up with a 56-0 drubbing of Poinciana in their home
opener. The 2-0 Storm football team has a “lead by example” group
of seniors that hope to accomplish more than any other football
team in Celebration history.
There are eight seniors on the team including three-year captains
Grant Crider and James Allen. The other seniors include Aiden
Searcy, Awni Alshafei, Stefano Saragusa, Chris Parker, Samy Benkirane,
and Jonathan “Jet Life” Escudero. This group hopes to add to the
Senior boys varsity football players at Celebration High School minus James Allen. From
left to right the boys are Stefano Saragusa, Chris Parker, Grant Crider, Aiden Searcy, Awni
already growing list of records including the most points ever scored
Alshafei, Jonathan Escudero and Samy Benkarine.
in a game, shutouts by the defense and the most rushing yards ever
gained in two games.
Prior to joining Celebration High School coaching
5 - James Allen
staff as the offensive line coach, Coach Couch
7 - Aiden Searcy
James Allen captains the defense for the Storm and
signed
as a rookie free agent with the Atlanta
8 - Grant Crider
the defense has not allowed a touchdown in backto-back games for the first time in Celebration High 12 - Jonathan “Jet Life” Escudero Falcons and then subsequently played with the
St. Louis Rams and two seasons in NFL Europe.
28 - Stefano Saragusa
School history. James is a punishing hitter and
His
addition to the Storm coaching staff has
55 - Samy Bankarine
heart of a defensive unit yet to allow the opponents
dramatically improved the offense’s technical
56 - Chris Parker
to cross into the end zone. Allen was the 2014
understanding
of blocking and is the key reason
75 - Awni Alshafei
Celebration Storm Team Most Valuable Player and
for the record setting performance on offense.
was honored with selection as All-Orange Belt
Parked is flanked at left guard by Samy Bankarine
Conference Second Team performer.
and Awni Alshafei mans the critical right tackle position. Alshafei was
also selected as an All-Orange Belt Second Team performer last season
Grant Crider, the Storm offensive captain, has led Celebration to
and
has amassed over twenty “pancake blocks,” where an opponent
it’s highest two scoring games in the school’s history. Crider was a
is blocked to the ground, over the last season.
Sun Belt Conference Second Team Quarterback of the Year in 2014,
two-year starter at quarterback and has moved to play wide receiver
Aiden Searcy has been invaluable while manning the nose tackle
in addition to quarterback in certain game situations. Head Coach
position and has one sack and multiple tackles for loss in the first
Dennis Thomas said Crider was “all second-team All-Orange Belt
two
games. Searcy moved from defensive end to fill a critical need
Conference despite missing three full games due to injuries.”
at nose tackle and has been impressive.
“He is what makes us go,” Thomas said.
Stefano Saragusa, back after a one-year hiatus at Haines City High
School, has amassed 219 yards and 6 touchdowns while leading the
district in rushing through the first two games. Saragusa is a powerful
runner and has added a dimension the Storm missed last season
when they started with three wins in the first four contests.
The offensive line, anchored by center Chris Parker, has turned into
a power-rushing group with the addition of Coach Robert Couch.
The Storm have three straight home games upcoming with two
critical district games against East River and Saint Cloud with Ridge
Community coming to town in between. With two wins in district,
the Storm would be the front-runners for their first ever district
championship and playoff appearance. This group of seniors have
already begun to set marks never surpassed and don’t be surprised
if they complete the first-ever run to the Florida State High School
football playoffs.
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