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June 2022
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863.324.6032
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Christine Wells
Editor
cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com
863.324.5457
Valerie McCutcheon
Advertising Sales,
Layout & Design
valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
July Issue Deadline: June 15
• Articles can be submitted on
behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/
groups/organizations to
promote lifestyle enhancing,
opportunities, and must be
approved by the group leader
prior to publication
• Email articles to:
valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com
• 150 word limit. Articles will be
edited for length, clarity, and
to ensure compliance with
districts’ media policies
• Include your club contact and
phone number
• The writing style is third
person — avoid using I, me,
my, we, our, or personal
pronouns
Photo Specifications:
• All photos must be high-res
digital images in “jpeg”
format and submitted via
email or CD/flash drive
• Space will generally allow only
one photo per article
• The designer and printer will
make the final determination
as to the print quality of
photographs for publication
THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY
PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY,
MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR
SERVICE.
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Clubhouse Office Manager:
Sheila Moreland
863.324.5457
smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com
Clubhouse Operations Manager:
Matt Fisher
863.956.6207
mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com
HOA Office (LW)
Ashton Tap & Grill
Golf Club - Ron Lavoie,
General Manager
Matt Auen, Assistant Pro
Eagle’s Nest
Vicki Moore, Manager
RV & Storage Center
863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org
863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com
863.326.1032
863.326.1032
rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com
mauen@lakeashtongc.com
863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com
863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com
Police Non-Emergency Numbers:
Lake Wales: 863.678.4223
Winter Haven: 863.291.5858
Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200
In case of emergency, dial 911
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JUNE 2022
Lake Ashton employees are at your service.
We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be
as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any
of the below with comments, questions or concerns.
Lake Ashton Clubhouse
4141 Ashton Club Drive
Lake Wales, FL 33859
Phone: 863.324.5457
Fax: 863.324.5829
Lake Ashton Health & Fitness
Center (HFC)
LACDD Community Director:
Christine Wells
cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com
Clubhouse Activities Assistant:
Caroline Lane
863.324.6032
clane@lakeashtoncdd.com
6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard
Winter Haven, FL 33884
Phone: 863.595.1562
Fax: 863.595.1567
LAIICDD Community Director:
Mary Bosman
mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com
HFC Activities Office Manager:
Krystle Funk
863.595.1562
kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com
Gate Houses & Security Officers:
Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW):
863.324.7290
County Road 653 (WH):
863.318.0237
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COFFEE
Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and
neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom.
Coffee & donuts are available for $2.
JUNE 6
Birthdays and Anniversaries
Featured Speaker: Hurricane Preparedness
Presentation by C.E.R.T and Polk County
Fire Rescue
Featured Speaker: Christine Graves Insurance
JUNE 13
Bite Me Monday - Donations of pet food and
items for the Humane Society of Polk County
A Special 50 Year Blast from the Past with David
Harrison
Featured Speakers: AdventHealth Celebrates
Men's Health Month with Dr. Belinda Gavino,
Family and Obesity Medicine who specializes in
both Men’s and Women’s health
Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson
JUNE 20
NO MONDAY COFFEE — BOARD MEETING
Peanut Butter Monday - non-perishable food
donations can be dropped off at the Ballroom
Kitchen
JUNE 27
Blast from the Past with David Harrison
Featured Speaker: Dr. Hudson with McLaughlin
Middle School
Featured Vendor: Matthew Grubb with Morgan
Stanley, AdventHealth - Urologist Dr. Paul Arnole
DUE T O THE MEMORIAL D AY
HOLIDAY , LAKE WALES
RESIDENTS WILL HAVE TRASH
& RECYCLING PICKED UP ON
SATURDAY , JUNE 4
IN THIS ISSUE
NEWS 6
LA LOOKS 18
SAFETY 20
MOVIES 24
EVENTS 26
GOLF 30
CLUBS 34
MIND & BODY 38
BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
MEETINGS
LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD
Friday, June 17, 2022
9 am — HFC
LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD
Monday, June 20 at 9:30 am
Clubhouse Ballroom
CIT Y COMMISSION
MEETINGS
LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at
6 pm, Commission Chambers,
Municipal Administration Bldg.,
201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales
WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30
pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City
Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven
POLK COUNT Y
BOCC MEETINGS
1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am
Board Room,
330 W. Church St., Bartow
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CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily
CLUBHOUSE OFFICES &
ACTIVITIES DESK:
9 am – 5 pm
Monday through Friday
Photo ID Hours:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays,
11 am to 4 pm
(No IDs until June 14)
ASHTON
TAP & GRILL:
11 am to 8 pm
Monday, Thursday - Saturday
(Closed Tues. & Weds.)
3 to 8 pm Sunday
First Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm
with Brunch Buffet from 10 to 3
HFC OFFICES &
ACTIVITIES DESK:
8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday
HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER:
5:30 am – 10 pm daily
LEAVING FOR THE SUMMER?
If you will be away for the summer, stop by the
Clubhouse Activities Desk to put your LA Times on
hold, or pay for a seasonal subscription ($3/month
domestic; $4/month international). The newsletter
and calendars are also available electronically. A
Summer Checklist is posted on lakeashtoncdd.com
and on the information wall in the Clubhouse
Ballroom.
USPS FORMS
No need to chase down the mail carrier anymore;
USPS forms for address changes, stop/start mail
service, and stamp ordering are now available at the
Clubhouse. They can be found by the information
wall in the Ballroom.
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FL APPROVED TAX EXEMPT
HOLIDAYS & EXEMPTIONS
Florida Legislation created a permanent sales tax
exemption for items that assist in independent living.
When purchased for noncommercial, home or
personal use, the exemption applies to bed transfer
handles selling for $60 or less, bed rails selling for $110
or less, grab bars selling for $100 or less, and shower
seats selling for $100 or less. The following are some
other tax exempt holidays and exemptions:
• Children’s books May 14 - Aug. 14
• Baby/toddler clothes & shoes July 1-June 30, 2023
• Children’s diapers July 1-June 30, 2023
• Clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies July
25-Aug. 7
• Disaster preparedness supplies May 28-June 10
(flashlights, radios, tarps, batteries, fire extinguishers, etc.)
• Tools and home improvement items Sept. 3-9
• Impact-resistant windows, doors and garage doors
July 1-June 30, 2024
• Specified admissions and items related to
recreational activities July 1-7
• Energy Star Appliances July 1-June 30, 2023 (washing
machines, clothes dryers, water heaters and refrigerators)
• Fuel tax reduction October 1-31
NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS:
June 8 & 22 from 10 am to 2 pm
Clubhouse West Parking Lot
NEW: Food Trucks Will Be On Site!
RED ROOSTER PRODUCE &
BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS
Clubhouse West Parking Lot
Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm
BOOKMOBILE
June 8 & 22, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch
12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot
NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL
The next New Resident Social is July 8 at 2 pm in the
HFC. Sign up at either Activities Desk.
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LACDD NEWS
BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S
CONTA CT INF O
Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman
Security, Operations and Staff
260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com
Michael Costello, Vice Chairman
Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor
Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts)
863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431,
mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com
Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary
Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds
704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com
Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary
Budget and Finance
863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com
Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in
the Clubhouse Conference Room
Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary
Reserve Study and HOA Liaison
863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com
By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director
Summer is almost here, although it feels like it has been
here for weeks already. In this edition of the newsletter
residents will find a plethora of things to do throughout
the summer. Hurricane season officially begins on June 1,
but never fear … Supervisors, staff and the Lake Ashton
Public Safety organizations are here to ensure residents
are as safe as possible during this time of year. Residents
should rest assured that the CDD Public Safety team,
Neighborhood Watch, C.E.R.T, CAP and onsite security
staff all work together to ensure resident's safety at all
times, including times of weather emergencies. Now is a
great time to ensure you are signed up to receive
electronic mail from the Clubhouse and HFC. Public
safety announcements, scheduled events and important
meetings to attend are announced via email. Sign up on
lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com, or stop by
either Activities Desk for a form.
LA(LW)CDD Supervisors met May 16. A wrap-up report
of actions taken was sent out on May 23. Please send an
email to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like a
copy. A Joint CDD Meeting was held on the same day
and both boards discussed the Joint Amenity Policy.
Supervisors and residents gave great feedback and a revised version of the policy will be presented at
the next Joint CDD meeting on July 15 at 11 am at the Health and Fitness Center (HFC). Discussions
regarding the LA(LW)CDD Fiscal Year 2023 budget (October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023) are ongoing.
The hearing to adopt the budget is set to occur on August 15, 2022 during the regularly scheduled
monthly Board of Supervisors (BOS) Meeting. Every BOS meeting between now and then is important
and residents are encouraged to attend in person or via Zoom. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for
agenda packets, the proposed FY 2023 budget, approved meeting minutes, and other district
documents including the current Joint Amenity Facilities Policy, and seasonal checklists.
June 21 is the first day of Summer and the longest day of the year; take advantage of it! Don't let the
sun and rain intimidate you — there are plenty of fun things to do inside, and outdoor activities can also
be enjoyed safely. There are multiple umbrellas at the Outdoor Pool, Pet Play Park, and Bocce Ball
Courts, and the Shuffleboard Courts have benches covered by a roof for shelter from the heat and rain.
Remember to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated when enjoying outdoor activities.
While enjoying the wonderful outdoors be sure to stop by the Clubhouse Pavilion and take a look at the
beautiful Florida friendly plants that were recently installed by the Lake Ashton Garden Club. This area is
more beautiful because of their hard work and dedication. In June, the Garden Club will be planting
trees in the Pet Play Park. Stay tuned to media for information on how you can help with this community
outreach project. They are truly making Lake Ashton more beautiful each day. Thank you!
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By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director
Some of our Lake Ashton residents have already left on holiday or to go up to their second homes.
Our activities will continue…dances, seminars, fitness classes, etc. the same as always even though
fewer residents are here. This summer we will be continuing with Zoom Yoga classes as that is
another of our valued fitness classes. A listing of events on hiatus for the summer will be published
at the HFC Activities Desk, so if you are a chairperson with your event on hiatus for the summer,
please call 863-595-1562 to let staff know.
With temperatures rising and the humidity as well, please take time to review the symptoms of both
heat stroke and heat exhaustion. They are different and can be life threatening. When outside,
always have water available close at hand. Any kind of alcohol dehydrates and makes any health
problems relating to the heat and humidity manifest sooner and more severely…so water, or a drink
with electrolytes in it PLEASE… for your continued good health. I’ve been requesting this every
summer since 2006, but it deserves repeating.
Many maintenance projects have been completed. The Pickleball and Tennis Court windscreens have
needed additional maintenance due to the strong winds we’ve been experiencing in Central
Florida. The resurfacing of the Pickleball Courts will be done soon. We got word that we are “in the
queue” to be scheduled. The new windscreens have arrived, but we will wait until this project is
completed to install them. By then our service delayed new Pickleball net will hopefully be here as
well. The Winged Foot Pet Park has had its
gate fixed at a cost of $60 for parts in lieu of a
new gate purchase of $540. This is just one
example of the cost savings our Maintenance
team provides to you. Recent kitchen
appliance repairs also have been made. These
are just a few of many tasks completed.
LA II CDD B O ARD O F
SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O
The Joint Amenities Policies will be completed
and then approved at an upcoming Joint
Board of Supervisors’ meeting. I’d like to
thank Angie Littlewood, Steve Realmuto, and
Christine Wells for their many contributions to
the recent review of the Joint Amenities
Policies. This document is vital for the
Community Directors reference, and it is in my
opinion, the most clearly stated reference to
date. I look forward to working with this
information in time for the next round of
annual scheduling in December.
Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security,
Amenities and District Support, Public Works,
Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project
Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm
863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com
Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop,
Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation,
Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.)
Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm
863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com
Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning
252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com
Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special
Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks
Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am,
352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com
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QUAL I FYING PERIOD
The qualifying period for candidates for the office
of Supervisor of the Lake Ashton Community
Development District and Lake Ashton II
Community Development District will commence
at noon on June 13 and close at noon on June 17,
2022. Candidates must qualify for the office of
Supervisor with the Polk County Supervisor of
Elections (250 S. Broadway, Bartow, Florida 33830,
863.534.5888). All candidates shall qualify for
individual seats in accordance with section 99.061,
Florida Statutes, and must also be qualified
electors of the District (any person at least 18 years
of age who is a citizen of the United States, a legal
resident of the State of Florida and of the District,
and who is registered to vote with the Polk County
Supervisor of Elections). Campaigns shall be
conducted in accordance with Chapter 106, Florida
Statutes.
The Lake Ashton Community Development District
(Lake Wales) has three seats up for election: seats
#2, #3, and #4. The Lake Ashton II Community
Development District (Winter Haven) has two seats
up for election: seats #1 and #3. Each seat carries a
four-year term of office. Elections are nonpartisan
and will be held at the same time as the general
election on November 3, 2022, in the manner
prescribed by law for general elections. For more
information, you may contact the Polk County
Supervisor of Elections at 863-534-5888 or visit
polkelections.com.
RESIDENT FEEDBACK
Your experiences in the Lake Ashton Community are
meant to be as pleasant and memorable as possible.
Please take a minute to let staff know how they are
doing. There are drop off locations for feedback
forms outside the Community Director's office in the
both the Clubhouse and the HFC.
FREE
IN-HOME
ESTIMATES!
FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS
29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee
863-439-7500
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• Please do not eat or drink while in the pools or
spa, including sitting on the side of the pool or
spa. Florida health codes do not allow for any
beverages (even bottled water) to be on the wet
pool deck which is the four (4) foot perimeter
around the entire pool and spa. Please enjoy
food and beverages at the tables and/or chairs.
• No glass containers permitted in the pool area.
• Please shower before entering Lake Ashton
pools or spas.
• Only those aged 13 years and older should
enjoy the spas.
• Please put down pool umbrellas when leaving
the pool area to avoid potential damage caused
by wind.
• Residents, please be tolerant of extra activity at
the pool and other amenities during the summer
months. Those hosting family should remind
them to be considerate of residents in this 55
and older community.
WELCOME
Reddick Dentistry has served the greater
Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our
office offers many services including
implants, crowns/bridges, veneers,
dentures/partials, root canal therapy,
extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings
and whitening. Our family owned office is
ready to serve all your dental needs.
Dr. Steven Reddick
Dr. Jackson Reddick
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4
FAX: (863)678-0424
Dr. Steven Reddick
440 South Buckmoore Rd
Lake Wales, Fl 33853
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www.reddickdentistry.com
Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted.
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Bitewing X-Rays (D0274)
Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150)
Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110)
Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present.
answer any questions you have about your plan.
The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment.
Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal.
Prices are subject to change.
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• Before entering the area, children should be
reminded to walk on the pool deck as running is
always prohibited.
• It is helpful (but not required) if residents
accompany guests.
• Guests can be registered at either Activities
Desk during operating hours or by calling
Security at 863.324.7290 after hours.
ROOM RESERVATIONS
Recurring group reservation renewals for 2023 will
not take place until December 2022. To ensure this
process runs smoothly when the time comes,
please email smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com with
contact information for the current facilitator
including activity name, facilitator name, phone
number, and email address. If your club, group, or
organization has elected officers, please include
the names of all officers. Any questions, please
contact Sheila at the Club Office.
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UPDATES
At the May 16 Board of Supervisors Meeting a
quote to overseed the Clubhouse Pet Play Park was
approved. During overseeding, portions of the park
will be closed off for use. Please stay tuned to
electronic media for information on closures once a
schedule is confirmed. Clubhouse Pet Play Park
maintenance concerns can be emailed to Matt
Fisher, the Clubhouse Operations Manager, at
(mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com). Please include a
detailed description of the issue and staff will be
sure to get it resolved as soon as possible.
Recently staff has received complaints regarding
dogs showing aggression and being unruly at the
Clubhouse Pet Play Park. Please remember when
using the Pet Play Parks that there are rules in place
to ensure all pets (and owners) have an enjoyable
time. There is a sign posted at the entrance to all
parks that list the rules in place. To help avoid
conflicts with neighbors, residents are encouraged
to reach out to staff or security if they believe a rule
is being violated by anyone utilizing the Pet Play
Park. Please provide as much information as
possible in order to complete an incident report
and address the concern with the parties involved.
Please remember the current Joint Amenity
Facilities Policy states, in part, the following
regarding pets that show signs of aggression when
at the parks:
• At the first sign of aggression or if a pet becomes
unruly and plays too rough, the pet must be
leashed and removed from the pet park
immediately and banned for the remainder of the
day. This will also cause a verbal warning to be
issued to the owner by the Amenity Manager.
• In the event the pet harms, bites or fights another
pet or an owner, the pet will be banned from
visiting the parks while other pets are present for
a period of thirty days.
• If a second incident of harm, biting, or fighting
occurs within a six (6) month period, the pet will
be banned from the pet park for one (1) year.
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MEDICAL REFERENCE
LIBRARY
Do you want to learn more about general medical
conditions, as well as possible treatment options
and recommendations? Come check out the
refreshed and restocked medical information
section of the Health & Fitness Center library!
There are several pamphlets and informational
packets available free to residents, with facts and
statistics about several different medical
conditions. Topics include diabetes, arthritis, IBS,
Alzheimer’s, tremors, high blood pressure,
Parkinson’s disease, and others. The information
provided in the reference materials, while accurate, are
not meant to be used for a medical diagnosis. Please
consult a doctor or specialist for any medical concerns
you may have.
Wildlife
Corner
Photo & Article By
Barbara Ann Comer
The Great Egret is the largest white
egret in Florida. These usually solitary birds
can be found at any body of water hunting for
fish, the mainstay of their diet. Lake Ashton
residents may be surprised to have a living
lawn ornament as Great Egrets also hunt in
landscaped yards for lizards and other
delicacies. They are dwarfed in size only by the
ubiquitous Great Blue Heron. These large
white members of the heron family have a
heavy yellow bill and black legs and feet.
Breeding adults sport long lacy plumes on the
back and vivid lime-green lores (the skin
between the eye and the bill). These lovely
plumes nearly led to the Great Egret's demise
as they were fashionable on women's hats in
the late 1800s. Once the birds were protected,
they made a good comeback and became the
symbol of the National Audubon Society.
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By Kay Teehan
Lake Ashton Community Action Committee is a group of volunteers representing Lake Ashton residents
who are working to understand and communicate about the planned residential developments surrounding
Lake Ashton, and the road construction plans that may impact the quality of life in this community. A wellreceived
presentation was given at Monday Coffee at the Clubhouse May 7. If you missed this update, the
presentation on the Lake Ashton Living website. Contact LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com to be
added to the email distribution list.
I am beyond grateful for all the time and effort
each of you so selflessly gave. Though it has been a
very hard time, feeling the love from the
community brightened each one of my days more
than I can express. Thank you all for that and may
that love continue. God bless.
- Nancy Zogrates
We were so fortunate to live in this wonderful
community for so many years. The time has come
for us to move closer to our daughters in
Pittsburgh. We will take many memories of
wonderful times and friends with us. Our wish for
everyone is to enjoy travel, stay healthy, and
always have a positive attitude.
- Don and Pat Neaves
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PAT NEAVES
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The members of BOLLA (Blankets of Love at
Lake Ashton) recently held a surprise party for
Pat Neaves at the clubhouse. Pat and Don are
moving to Pittsburgh to be near their beloved daughters and grandson. Pat
has been BOLLA’s president for over 11 years and has led the group to
continued growth and prosperity. Under Pat’s leadership, for the last few years
BOLLA has consistently donated over 1,000 blankets per year to children in
crisis throughout Polk County. One of Pat’s favorite activities was BOLLA’s
major fundraiser, the popular Trash to Treasure sale (coming up in March
2023). Pat was tireless in her efforts so that the Treasures donated by LA
residents could be available for others to enjoy. She even recruited Don and his friends to drive trucks to
residents’ homes to retrieve furniture and large items for the sale! BOLLA was not Pat’s only passion at
Lake Ashton. You might have seen her volunteering at the Clubhouse Activities Desk, collating the LA
Times, or helping with countless other activities. Most of all, Pat fostered a spirit of camaraderie and
friendship to all. How we will miss her! We wish Pat and Don years and years of happiness with their family.
Pat has officially turned over the reins at BOLLA to Linda Warden. Good Luck to Linda and her team who
are well on their way to continue Pat’s mission. Pat says,“It’s all about the children. BOLLA is in good hands,
and I think I will come back for a visit next winter when it gets cold!”
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Family Owned & Operated Since 1987
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WHAT IS AN ALGAE BLOOM?
Algae blooms are dense layers of tiny green plants
that form on the surface of lakes and ponds. The
rapid growth of the algae is due to the higher
amounts of nutrients in the water. These nutrients
are introduced by run off from the roads and
fertilizers put into lawns. During the spring and
summer months the combination of warm and
sunny days in addition to higher nutrient levels
promote continued rapid growth.
Lake Ashton CDD (LACDD) has a contract with an
aquatic plant management vendor that maintains
the ponds on a monthly basis. When an algae
bloom occurs, treatments increase to every two
weeks until it is under control. To be proactive in
keeping ponds clear of aquatic plants and algae,
LACDD has installed grass carp in problematic
ponds as recommended by the aquatics vendor.
These fish are a long term, low cost way of
combating unwanted aquatic plants. Any
questions or concerns regarding maintenance of
ponds located in Lake Wales can be emailed to
Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com.
LA ( LW) HOA CORNER
By Tom Hevel
The writers of Lake Ashton’s Governing
Documents knew how divisive signs can be, not to
mention unattractive, so they prohibited them.
When we bought in Lake Ashton, we all signed to
adhere to these Governing Documents. Please
refrain from posting signs on golf carts, and trash
bins, and mail boxes, etc. Please keep in mind that
a sign posted in frustration is only a temporary
relief and will undoubtedly be found objectionable
by some of your neighbors. Perhaps your parents
taught you: “To be subject to rulers and
authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do
whatever is good, to slander no one, to be
peaceable and considerate, and always to be
gentle toward everyone.” If you would like to
make a difference, there are many ways to get
involved in local, county, state or federal issues.
Respectfully write to the authorities, donate to
causes, volunteer your time, but please, do not
take out your frustrations on your neighbors.
LA (LW) HOA Board Of Directors:
• President/Treasurer Bob Powant
president@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Vice President Debby Landgrebe
vp@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Secretary David Muller
secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Secretary Ken Rickey
secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Secretary Tom Hevel
secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Compliance Issues
compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org
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All vehicles, including
golf carts, must obey all
stop signs and the 20
mph speed limit
throughout Lake
Ashton. Drivers, watch
for pedestrians at all
times. Obeying posted
speed limit and traffic
signs can help avert a
potential tragedy.
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
By Fay Wood, NW Chief
Tips to Protect Your Personal Information
(Courtesy of Consumer Affairs)
The best protection against identity theft is to carefully protect your personal information.
• Do not share personal information over the phone, through the mail, or over the internet unless you
initiated the contact or know the person. Be
s u sp i c i ou s i f someone con t a c t s you
unexpectedly online and asks for personal
information.
•Only open e-mails that look like they are from
people or organizations you know, and even
then, be cautious.
•Don’t give out valuable personal information;
Social Security numbers, financial account
information and driver’s license number should
be kept confidential.
•Shred old receipts, account statements, and
unused credit card offers.
•Choose PINs and passwords that would be
difficult to guess. Don’t use easily identifiable
information like mother’s name, birth dates, the
last four digits of your social security number,
or phone numbers.
•Pay attention to billing cycles and account
statements.
•Obtain your free credit report annually and
review your credit history.
CITIZENS ASSISTED
PATROL (CAP)
By Mike Weissberg
Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for
more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help
be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s
department. Patrols are once a week for two
hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse
and HFC. For more information contact Mike
Weissberg at 863-324-3541 (please leave a
message). Pictured at left: Lake Aston CAP
members attend a volunteers luncheon on May 3.
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Hurricane season begins June 1 and runs until November 30. To assist residents in getting prepared for
hurricane season, staff has compiled some guidelines and other important information that will be helpful as
you prepare for the 2022 Hurricane Season. It can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com and will be sent out via
electronic messaging.
Florida legislation created a 10-day “disaster preparedness” sales tax holiday from May 28 to June 10, 2022,
for disaster preparedness supplies. Some examples of tax-free items include: flashlights and lanterns costing
$40 or less; radios costing $50 or less; tarps costing $100 or less, coolers costing $60 or less, batteries
costing $50 or less; and, generators costing $1,000 or less. CERT and Polk County Emergency Services will
give a Hurricane Preparedness presentation at
Monday Coffee on June 6 … don’t miss it!
DON’T FORGET:
• Hurricane and storm shutters must be
approved by the Lake Ashton ARC.
• Visit the official site for Florida emergency
preparation at floridadisaster.org.
• Go to alertpolk.com to register your contact
information for the Alert Polk telephone and
email notification system. Polk County officials
use this system to inform county residents of
situations that may affect their health, safety,
and welfare, including severe weather alerts.
ALL IGATOR ALERT
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC) alligator
mating season occurs in May and June so an
increase in activity, including aggressive and
territorial behavior is possible throughout the
month. In late June or early July, females build a
mound nest of soil, vegetation, or debris and
deposit an average of 32 to 46 eggs. Incubation
requires approximately 63-68 days, and hatching
occurs from mid-August through early
September. FWC reminds residents to be
cautious when having fun in and around water
during the summer months. Generally, alligators
less than four feet in length are not large enough
to be dangerous unless handled. However, if you
encounter any alligator that you believe poses a
threat to people, pets or property, call the
Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWCGATOR
(866-392-4286). Please be aware that
nuisance alligators are killed, not relocated.
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CERT has partnered with the Polk County Fire Rescue to bring a Stop the Bleed class to the Clubhouse
Ballroom on June 23 at 11 am. This class is an initiative that teaches the public to help slow or prevent
major blood loss using compression techniques. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall, limited
to only 32 participants.
CPR CLASS
Learn how to perform CPR with Polk County Fire Rescue on June 29 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom.
This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of
people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with hands-on training, a
presentation, and an educational video. Please sign up for this class at the Clubhouse Information Wall.
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ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE
CLOSED CAPTIONED.
CINEMA CAPACITY: 55
MAY 31 — JUNE 2
11 AM, 3 & 7 PM
GREYHOUND
2020 | PG-13 | 1H 32MIN
U.S. Navy Cmdr. Ernest Krause
(Tom Hanks) is assigned to lead an
Allied convoy across the Atlantic
during World War II. His convoy, however, is
pursued by German U-boats. Although this is
Krause's first wartime mission, he finds himself
embroiled in what would come to be known as
the longest, largest and most complex naval
battle in history: The Battle of the Atlantic.
JUNE 7 — 9
11 AM, 3 & 7 PM
MARRY ME
2022 | PG-13 | 1h 52min
A betrayed pop star (Jennifer
Lopez), slated to marry her pop star
fiancé on stage, instead marries a
stranger from the audience - a high school math
teacher (Owen Wilson). Against the odds, their
sham relationship develops into something
real...but can their love survive the limelight?
JUNE 14 — 16
11 AM, 3 & 7 PM
DOG
2022 | PG-13 | 1H 41MIN
Army Ranger Briggs (Channing
Tatum) and Lulu, a Belgian Malinois,
buckle up for a road trip down the Pacific Coast in
hopes of making it to a fellow soldier's funeral on
time. Along the way, they'll drive each other crazy,
break a handful of laws, narrowly escape death,
and learn to let down their guards in order to
have a fighting chance of finding happiness.
JUNE 21 — 23
11 AM, 3 & 7 PM
OPERATION MINCEMEAT
2022 | PG-13 | 2H 8MIN
In this fact-based drama, British
intelligence officers Ewen Montagu
(Colin Firth) and Charles Cholmondely (Matthew
Macfayden) use a corpse and false papers to trick
the Nazis into thinking the Allies will launch an
attack on Southern Europe through Greece rather
than Italy.
JUNE 28 — 30
11 AM, 3 & 7 PM
UNCHARTED
2022 | PG-13 | 2h 18min
Street-smart thief Nathan Drake
(Tom Holland) is recruited by
seasoned treasure hunter Victor "Sully" Sullivan
(Mark Wahlberg) to recover a fortune lost by
Ferdinand Magellan 500 years ago. What starts as
a heist job for the duo becomes a globe-trotting,
white-knuckle race to reach the prize before the
ruthless Moncada, who believes he and his family
are the rightful heirs. If Nate and Sully can
decipher the clues and solve one of the world's
oldest mysteries, they stand to find 5 billion in
treasure and perhaps even Nate's long-lost
brother, but only if they can learn to work
together.
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CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE
SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON
FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM
JUNE 3 - 11 AM (NO 3 PM MOVIE)
AMERICAN GRAFFITI
1973 | PG | 1H 52MIN
Showcas ing then-Hol lywoodnewcomers
Harrison Ford, Richard
Dreyfuss and Ron Howard, director
George Lucas weaves together the
stories of a disparate group of teenagers as they
struggle with adolescent rites of passage in 1962.
JUNE 10 - 3 PM (NO 11 AM MOVIE)
STAND BY ME
1986 | R | 1H 29MIN
Gordon “Gordie” Lachance (Wil
Wheaton) reads in the newspaper
that his friend Chris Chambers
(River Phoenix) has died. This takes us to a
flashback to the summer of 1959, when Gordie,
Chris, and their friends were 12 years old and
went looking for the body of a missing boy in
Castle Rock, Oregon. Along their journey, they
meet more challenges—including but not limited
to leeches—than they could have anticipated and
all do a lot of growing up.
JUNE 17 - 11 AM (NO 3 PM MOVIE)
THE ENDLESS SUMMER
1966 | NR | 1H 32MIN
Documentary filmmaker Bruce
Brown, himself a competition-level
surfer, follows surfers Michael
Hynson and Robert August on an
around-the-world surfing adventure. With Brown's
wry, sardonic narration and a twangy, guitardriven
instrumental soundtrack by The Sandals
playing over the silent footage, Mike and Rob
leave their California home to visit Hawaii,
Australia, South Africa and other secluded surfing
spots in a search for "The Perfect Wave.”
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SUNDAY FUNDAY
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
June 5th - Quittin Time
June 12th - Carlos & Company
June 19th - Randy Sullens
June 26th - Mickenzie
FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: 863.324.5810
www.ashtontapandgrill.com
JOIN US FOR FIRST
JUNE 24
TIN CUP
1996 | R | 2H 15 MIN
A washed up golf pro (Kevin Costner) working at
a driving range tries to qualify for
the US Open in order to win the
heart of his successful rival (Don
Johnson)’s girlfriend (Rene Russo).
This movie reunites Costner and
Russo with Bull Durham writerdirector
Ron Shelton.
•
at
Sunday, June 5th
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Traditional Brunch Selections
$20 per person
Coffee & Orange Juice Included • Bloody Marys & Mimosas +4.00
Call 863.324.5810 for reservations
JOIN US FOR
FATHER’S DAY DINNER
Sunday, June 19th
Special Of The Evening Is A Ribeye Steak
$26 per person
Reservations Required
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DANCE PARTIES AT THE HFC
A Dance Party will be held on June 3, and a Beach Dance Party will be held on June 24 at the HFC. They will be
BYOB events. DJ Wayne will be the disc jockey for both events. Join your friends and neighbors with a night of
fun music and dancing!
NATIONAL CORVETTE DAY
Calling all Corvette owners and admirers! Celebrate National Corvette Day
with an all Corvette show in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot on June 30 from
3 to 6 pm. All residents and their guests are welcomed to “ooh and ahh” at
the sportscars on display. A cash bar will be available. Resident Corvette
owners who would like to participate will need to register at the Clubhouse
Activities Desk by 1 pm on June 24. There is no need for
attendees to register or obtain tickets - the show is free!
BOOTS BY THE LAKE
Saddle up, put your boots on, and mosey on over for a
heckuva good time at the Clubhouse on July 30 from 6 to
9 pm. Now it ain’t a party without some good vittles so
pull up a chair for a fried chicken supper with all the fixin’s!
You’ll be hootin’ and hollerin’ once the Outta Here Band
takes the stage, they’ll have
you dancin’ till the cows come
home! Y’all best believe its
gonna be a grand ol’ time!
You’ll be madder than a wet
hen if you take your sweet
time gettin’ your tickets. Get
down to the Clubhouse
Activities Desk quick, fast, and
in a hurry to buy your tickets
with a check (LACDD), Visa, or
MasterCard for $25 on June
27 after Monday Coffee.
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THANK YOU FROM LAPAC!
By Karen Nelson
Thank you, Lake Ashton friends and neighbors, for the wonderful support of the 2022 Showcase, Time After
Time. This resident-driven annual performance involves so many talented people in our community, and it takes
every individual involved to prepare and stage the Showcase. Thank you to the cast, crew, Activities staff - and
their families - for sharing their time and talents (and family members). Thank you to the audiences and sponsors
for enabling LAPAC to produce the Showcase. The preparation for the 2023 Showcase has already begun. Watch
the LA Times for the dates and time for the 2023 information meeting coming up in November!
׉	 7cassandra://OJStgdpo_7AWoY1R6pHcbRlVXCqp6psAyXaQ_4RDVDU/` b#i^y׉EBrad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers
Discuss His Real Estate Work
We owe a lot to Brad…
When we visited Florida this year it was with the intention of selling our
home. We were under the impression that we would put it on the market
and after a period of time it would sell. But that’s not what happened. It
was listed on January 9 and two days later we accepted an offer that was
above the asking price. Needless to say, we were delighted. We owe a lot
to our experienced, knowledgeable real estate broker, Brad Kirwan, for the
success of this venture. From listing to closing Brad was with us all the way,
answering our questions, and guiding and reassuring us in his calm, goodhumored
manner. He receives our highest recommendation.
Marilyn and Paul Barker. 8 April 2022
Curious about your home’s current market value?
Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis.
BRAD KIRWAN
863.280.0390
5% Commission
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JUNE 17
MUSIC
Clubhouse Balr"m
FOOD
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shindig
AIR CONDITIONING!
DELICIOUS SUMMER PIN-WHEEL SANDWICHES, PASTA SALAD, A FRUIT DISPLAY, AND ICE
CREAM BAR ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE OF $20. PURCHASE WITH A CHECK
(PAYABLE TO LACDD), VISA, OR MASTERCARD.
SPONSORED BY MATT MALIA WITH PREMIER EVENTS
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JULY 11 - Pool Party! Celebrate National
Swimming Pool day down at the Clubhouse swimming
pool! Drop by the pool from 1 to 3 pm to take a dip
while enjoying music and free watermelon. Please sign
up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by July 8.
AUGUST 20 - Camp Lake Ashton Jamboree
2023 ENTERTAINMENT
SERIES DATES
Keep an eye out for the 2023 dates to be released in
the July edition of the newsletter. Season ticket
renewals will begin in October of 2022, with the
upgrade/exchange period and new season tickets sales
happening in November.
Bus Trips are back with safety precautions in
place such as special air purifiers installed on all
motor coaches to thoroughly clean and disinfect
them before and after trips. A Waiver of Liability
must be signed by each passenger in order to go
on the trip. All trips include reserved round trip
transportation in deluxe motor coaches from the
Clubhouse. Sign up for any of the below trips at
the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check
payable to Small World Tours.
Lake Ashton
Bus
Trips
JULY 24: BUBBLES AND BROADWAY — $120/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2
AUGUST 10: TAMPA AQUARIUM - $65/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 1
SEPTEMBER 7 - 8: FT. MYERS MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN & EDISON AND
FORD ESTATES - $325/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $65 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY
LEVEL 2
OCTOBER 15: FALL ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL - $39/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2
NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2: ST. AUGUSTINE - $479/PERSON (DOUBLE
OCCUPANCY, $145 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2
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LALGA
By Lydia Fichtman
As members leave for the summer the LALGA will
miss you and will look forward to your return in the
fall. As the league continues through the summer,
the league has some fun and new events planned.
Mark your calendars for June 24! The LALGA will
sponsor a Nine, Wine and Dine event. The nine
hole scramble will be held on a Friday at 4 pm and
will be open to all members of the Golf Club. Only
20 foursomes will be permitted as dinner will be
held in the Nest afterwards. There will be hors
d’oeuvres, finger foods and 5 wines to taste. More
info to follow. On July 11 and 12, a Christmas in
July tournament will be held. Wear your favorite
“cool” Holiday clothes and come out to play and
lunch. Again, more information will be available in
late June. Look for a blast or at the bulletin board
for more info. This is the last month the Pink
Ribbon committee would like to thank the
following businesses for their donation in support
of the past tournament. When in need of one of
their products or services, please patronize them:
Red Hoagland Hyundai; Red Lobster; Reunion Golf
Club; Richard’s Coffee; Rightway Landscaping;
River Greens Golf Course; Rodizios Brazilian
Restaurant; RP Funding Center ; Ruby Tuesday;
Schalamar Golf Lakeland; Sizzling Grill; Sleuths
Mystery Dinner Theater; Smith Chiropractic Inc
Chirocare Solutions LLC; Snowbird Heating &
Cooling; Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club; Spa
G & Boutique; Speedway Auto Sales; Steve Graves
Computers; Stonegate Golf – Solivita; Sun – nLake
Golf; Tampa Bay Rays; Tanners Lakeside
Restaurant and Bar; Taty’s Creations; TEVA; The
Dali Museum; The Port Restaurant; Theater Winter
Haven; Tijuana Flats; Tire Kingdom ; Tires Plus;
Trent Farrow; Tropical Smoothie Café; Tsunami
Sushi; Turner Furniture; Twisted Prop; United
Refrigeration; Veterinary Healthcare; Walmart; Walt
Disney World Golf; Wash City Car Wash Route 27;
Watson Clinic Foundation; WAWA; Wayne Morris -
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DJ; Weaver Loveless Law Firm; Wedgewood
Country Club; Weikert Ford; Wells Fargo; Wendy
Phillips – Posh; White Heron Golf Club; Winter
Haven Country Club; Winter Park Scenic Boat
Tours and Wonderworks. The committee is already
preparing for the November 8, 2022 tournament.
Please keep an eye out for upcoming information
regarding how you can get involved. Stay cool and
hydrate. See you on the course!
Meet Barbara Reid
Barb, a mother of two and
grandmother of three, hails from
Alberta, Canada although she
lived her entire life in Manitoba
until 2 years ago when she and her
husband moved to be closer to
their family living in Banff.
Barb graduated from college as a Medical
Laboratory Technologist and after college married
Darrell Reid, whom she knew from high school.
They just celebrated their 49th wedding
anniversary. After marrying, Barb and Darrell
owned a Petro Canada station and later a Dairy
Queen where they worked side by side. She
continued to practice in the lab as well, and was an
elected official on the school board for nine years.
After renting in Lake Ashton several times before
retiring in 2011, Barb and Darrell decided to take
the plunge and buy a home in this beautiful
community. In 2013 they moved onto Nicklaus
Drive. Barb loves “living in a resort” and has never
regretted for a moment their decision to own in
LA. According to Barb, she “loves the league, the
camaraderie of the golf groups, and the amenities”
of Lake Ashton. She finds it very easy to meet
people through the league and in the community.
Besides golf, Barb enjoys working out, walking,
reading and running. During the Pandemic, she
learned how to knit and makes “touques” (baby
caps) for the newborn babies of the local hospital.
Thank you Barb for being a part of this amazing
group of women!
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By Marti Schmidt
May was Veterans Month and Red White and Blue
bows were on mailboxes throughout the
community to show support and appreciation of
Veterans near and far. The second Annual LAVA
Armed Forces Day Golf Tournament was May 21
and at time of this writing there were 30 teams
signed up to participate. Way to go teams! A big
THANK YOU goes out to all the Niners who
contributed to the collection fund for Allisha at the
Eagle’s Nest. She is more than grateful to see the
support as she continues with surgeries and heals
from her nasty ankle break. Get well Allisha!
Another THANK YOU goes out to all you gals that
are driving/riding two to a cart. Being kind to the
golf course by limiting the number of carts on the
grass always helps. Stay on the cart path (or the
rough) and follow the 90-degree rule: use the cart
path (or rough) to get close to your ball, then make
a 90-degree turn onto the fairway to get to your
ball. Please please please remember NOT to drive
down the center of the fairways to get to your ball.
There will be four games in June, with June 28
being Lunch with Friends. There was a good
showing for the Mexican fiesta lunch on May 3,
complete with margaritas – Ole!
Still have questions? Contact Janet at
jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info!
LAMGA
By Paul Fichtman
April was another successful month for LAMGA
highlighted by the Cinco de Mayo event on May 4
and Beat the Board on May 11. The Cinco de Mayo
event included a Mexican lunch served in the
Eagle’s Nest. Thanks to the Pro Shop and Eagle’s
Nest staffs for putting on a great event. Out of a
total of 10 teams, seven were able to Beat the
Board on May 11.
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This month the following Dentists and Attorneys
who generously sponsored the annual Member/
Guest tournament are recognized and thanked:
Boyett Family Dentistry, Forni Dental, George W.
Butz III, DDS, Heartland Dental, Pure Dental Brands
– Paul Palo, DDS, Stone Law Group, and Weaver
Loveless Law. Please support these generous
sponsors with your business when you are in need
of one of their services. A list of all sponsors is
posted both on the LAMGA web site and Lake
Ashton Living as well as The Talk of Lake Ashton.
The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board
through the end of April is comprised of Pat O’Neal
- $74.75; Denis Mulhearn - $73.05; Paul Panone -
$70.25; Paul Guay - $69.30; Brian Peck - $68.00; Jim
Simpson - $65.05; Mike Renaud - $64.75; Bob
Plummer - $63.50; Donn Yasz -$60.10; and Steve
Morgan - $59.05.
June’s events are: June 1 - Pick 12 Holes; June 8 –
Net Stableford; June 15 – Pick Your Foursome – 1
Net Par 5s, 2 Nets Par 4s, 4 Nets Par 3s; and June
22 – LAMGA Open.
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THE ART
GROUP
By Lyn Rogers
If you like to make art, join the group in the
Clubhouse Craft Room on Monday mornings any time
between 9 am and noon. There are water colorists, oil
painters, and colored pencil drawers among other
things. Bring whatever you are working on and join in
the fun. Hope to see you there.
CREATIVE QUILTERS
By Marsha Martin
The Creative Quilters has changed their "Project Day"
to the second Tuesday of the month at 1 pm for the
summer. The project for May was learning the super
easy block for the wildly popular Chandelier Quilt.
The project for June has yet to be decided but the
classes are always instructional, easy, and full of
laughter! A shopping trip — with lunch! — is being
planned for later this summer. Come join the group
for quilting tips, inspiration and lots of laughs. For
information please call Marsha Martin at
406-788-8087.
LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB
By Shelley Miller
The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their
monthly meeting June 2 via Zoom and in-person at
the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm.
Please bring your own beverage. The in-person
General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The
June speaker is Dell Quary, candidate for Polk County
School Board, District 7. For more information, please
e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com.
LA GARDEN CLUB
By Lynn Davis
It was a gorgeous morning on May 11
for planting! The Lake Ashton Garden
Club members updated the front of
the Pavilion and planted Native Florida
Plants on the side nearest the
Clubhouse pool. Plant markers were
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added to assist
current and new
community
re s i d e n t s
interested in low
maintenance
Florida friendly
plants. Please
come visit and
enjoy on a walk
or golf cart ride. Thanks to all community members
who donated funds to make this happen. The next
meeting will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom June
8 at 10 am. There will be a guest speaker from UF/
IFAS. Join the meeting and learn about beneficial
pollinators and plants that attract both bees and
birds. New members are always welcomed.
GENEOLOGY CLUB
By Jane Imparl
Come join the Genealogy Club to find your
ancestors and enjoy the company of some of your
LA neighbors who have this similar interest. The
next meeting is June 8 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft
Room. Bring your questions, ancestor stories and
digital devices if you’d like. For more information
call Jane at 815-545-6655.
LAVA AUXILIARY
By Chris Graves
THANKS to all who supported the “Red, White
and Blue Tie a Bow” fundraiser.
It was a
tremendous success! More bows have been
ordered for future Patriotic Holidays. More info to
come. SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 Craft Show is
right around the corner — October 22. Crafters
are needed! Reserve a table for $50 to sell your
handcrafted items. Call Joan at 239-851-7899.
LAVA Auxiliary was able to support the LAVA Golf
tournament on May 21st by providing a “ROVING
CANTEEN.”LAVA Auxiliary volunteers provided
beverages and doughnuts for the golfers. This is
just one of many ways LAVA and LAVA Auxiliary
work together for the benefit of the military.
Please note there will be no June meeting.
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By Brenda Bush-Sayre
The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet on
June 22 at the Clubhouse. Social time begins at
3:30 pm and the meeting begins at 4. This month,
the County Citizens Defending Freedom (CCDF),
will tell us about their local efforts as well as what
they are involved in nationally. A Candidate
Jamboree will be held on July 9. Hear from
candidates and enjoy a barbecue dinner catered
by Blackburn’s. All Lake Ashton residents are
invited to both events. Contact is Brenda BushSayre
at 813-313-9911 or bbs1954@icloud.com.
LA ROCKERS
By Connie Strassberg
The year is flying by, and in the blink of an eye the
seasons have turned from winter, to spring, to
summer. LA Rockers are still meeting in the HFC
Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from
2 to 4 pm. Ann Lutz taught a wonderful class on
using glitter to enhance the painted rocks, while
Alice Mayer encouraged LA Rockers to try their
hands at the Tuesday Tutorials she posts on the
Facebook page weekly. Newcomers are always
welcome and it does not cost anything to try —
you can borrow the supplies you need for your
first meeting. Don't worry if you can't draw or
paint — your efforts are guaranteed to bring a
smile to someone's face (just check the
mirror). There will be three meetings this month:
June 1, 15, and 29! Join the Facebook group "LA
Rockers" or contact either MJ Richards
(mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Alice Mayer
(aamayer1@gmail.com) to let them know you are
coming. Last minute cancellations will be posted
on the LA Rockers Facebook page. If in doubt,
check before you come.
SINGLES CLUB
By Maureen Ziegler
LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for
single residents. The group meets monthly on the
first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the
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Clubhouse Ballroom. In May, the group discussed
several outings and get togethers. Plans were
discussed for a lunch at Lucille’s in Winter Haven
and a back-stage tour of the Winter Haven
Theater. A list of names for Senior Orphans’ midyear
gifts will be available at the June meeting. If
you would like to take part in activities with other
singles, attend the meeting on June 5.
LA SWIM
CLUB
By Sandy
White
Super exciting news! The two LA Swim Club
members pictured above, Cathy Liska & Sharon
Swanson, represented Lake Ashton in the 2022
National Senior Games in Swimming in Fort
Lauderdale, May 13-16. There were over 700
competitors, a mechanical delay, and weather
delays. Cathy and Sharon each swam in three
events and finished in the top 20 of each. What an
achievement! Congratulations!
The National Senior Games was created for
ages 50-100+ in 1987 and is held every two years.
There are typically over 12,000 participants in 22
sports. The swimming competition is divided into
12 events, plus two gender & ten 5-year age
groups. To qualify to compete at Nationals, one
must first compete and place in the top 5 in a
regional meet and then must compete and place
in the top 4 at the Florida Senior Games.
LA Swim Club invites all swimmers to swim during
the three scheduled times each week (Mondays
6-7 pm, Wednesdays 1:45-2:45 pm, Saturdays
10-11 am). Workouts are tailored to your desires -
whether you are competitive or not, if you wish to
swim for fun and fitness, or you simply want to
improve your technique and enjoy the company of
others with similar interests. While everyone is
proud of Cathy and Sharon, please do not be
intimidated by their personal accomplishments. It
is fun and welcoming! For more information,
con t ac t vo l un t ee r coach Sandy Wh i t e
at sandyw1994@aol.com.
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ASSOCIATION
By Becky Wilson
Pickleball players may give themselves a rating,
which is appropriately called a self-rating. Selfratings
are two digits (for instance, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0,
etc.). To determine what your pickleball self-rating
is, check out below! (Source: ThePickler.com)
1.0-2.0 - Just starting to play and understand the
rules of pickleball.
2.5 - You can keep a short rally on the pickleball
court, and have a basic understanding of the rules
(particularly, you can keep score properly).
3.0 - You can generally hit forehand drives, serves,
and returns with medium pace, as well as dinks,
but generally lack consistency and control (for
instance, serves and returns are not consistent and
lack depth); you understand the basic strategy and
rules, including keeping score properly.
3.5 - You can hit drives, serves, and returns with
pace (including developing backhand shots), as
well as dinks and drop shots, and are developing
some consistency and control ( including
consistently hitting serves and returns in play); you
understand the basic strategy and rules, you are
starting to vary your shots between the hard and
soft game, and you are moving quickly to the
Non-Volley Zone line when you have the
opportunity.
4.0 - You can generally hit both forehand and
backhand drives, serves, and returns with pace, as
well as dinks, drop shots, and volleys (including
block volleys) of different speeds, and have
consistency and control; you understand the
strategy and rules of pickleball (including
stacking), you have a moderate number of
unforced errors, and you understand how to
attack your opponents’ weaknesses on the
pickleball court.
4.5 - You can generally hit both forehand and
backhand drives, serves, returns, dinks, drop
shots, and volleys with pace, spin, depth,
direction, consistency and control; you understand
the strategy and rules of pickleball (including
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stacking), you have a limited number of unforced
errors, and you change your game play to attack
your opponents’ weaknesses on the pickleball
court.
5.0 - You have mastered both forehand and
backhand drives, serves, and returns with pace, as
well as dinks, drop shots, and volleys of different
speeds, and have consistency and control; you
have mastered the strategy and rules of pickleball
(including stacking), you rarely make unforced
errors, and you attack your opponents’
weaknesses on the pickleball court.
5.5-6.0+ - You have mastered all shots and
strategy on the pickleball court; you are
consistently winning at the highest level (against
the best professional pickleball players at the
tournament level).
Contact: LakeAshtonPickleball@gmail.com
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CREATE A CARD
PATRIOTIC BEADING CRAFT
IN THE BALLROOM
Join resident group The Art of Beading in the
Clubhouse Ballroom on July 1 at 10:30 am to learn
how to make your very own patriotic macrame
bracelet for $4. All materials and instruction will be
included in the cost. Please sign up at the
Clubhouse Activities Desk, limited to 30 people.
LIVING WELL
At any age, there are lifestyle habits that can be
adopted to help maintain or even potentially
improve your health. These habits may also help to
keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly
delay the onset of cognitive decline. To help people
age well, the Alzheimer’s Association is offering a
program on June 9 at 10 am in the Clubhouse
Ballroom entitled 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
and Dementia. Sign up at the Clubhouse
Information Wall.
CANASTA GROUP
If you are interested in playing canasta, there will be
an organizational meeting in the Clubhouse Card
Room on June 10 at 10 am.
BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING
Instructor: Kay Lenherr
June 11 at 1 pm
Clubhouse Craft Room
Baby Turtles
Cost $35, payable at class. Sign up at
the Clubhouse Information Wall by
noon on June 10.
LANDSCAPE PRESENTATION
Join UF/IFAS in the Clubhouse Ballroom on June 15
at 1 pm for a presentation on Weed Management
and the Landscape. Please sign up at the
Clubhouse Information Wall.
NEW SUMMER SCHEDULE! Please join the group
on June 21 to create your own lovely greeting
cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from
beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and
three beautiful cards to take home. No experience
needed. Class will be held in the HFC Sports
Court at 10 am. The cost is $10. Sign up quickly at
the HFC, as reservations go quickly. Join in for
creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with
questions or further detail.
CERAMIC CHICKS
Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor
Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room
Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln
is available to fire your ceramics.
YOGA SHARE
Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45
am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at
the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call
Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815.
TAP JAMMERS !
Tap Jammers will be on hiatus until Friday, October
14, 2022. Contact facilitator Julie Bombard
(jbombard73@gmail.com) with questions.
MEN'S HEALTH MONTH
Men’s health is an
intimate and personal
part of your lives.
Urological disorders
con affect your day-today
happiness and your
long-term health. A
renowned urologist will present information and
answer questions on June 27 after Monday Coffee in
the Clubhouse Ballroom. No sign up required.
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GROOVY!
Menu: Burgers, Hot Dogs, BBQ Beans,
Corn on the Cob, Mac-n-Cheese,
Potato Salad, and Apple Pie
Live music by Twisted Mister
Dress in your best groovy, patriotic
outfit for a chance to win a prize!
Party Like It’s 1976 in the Clubhouse Ballroom!
JULY 4
Noon
Ticket sales begin June 6 after Monday Coffee at the Clubhouse
Activities Desk with check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard
Tickets: $22
Sponsored By:
Trinity Medical Center
Melissa Kincaid from Edward Jones
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