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Lake Ashton Community Newsletter
June 2025
Simply the Best!
4141 Ashton Club Drive
Lake Wales, FL 33859
863.324.6032
863.324.5457
Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community
www.lakeashtoncdd.com
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HOME WARRANTY
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Lake Ashton Realty
4140 Ashton Club Drive
Lake Wales, FL 33859
www.LakeAshtonRealty.com
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Editor
cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com
863.324.5457
Valerie LeBlanc
Advertising Sales,
Layout & Design
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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
July Issue Deadline: June 13
• 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.
JUNE 2025
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
LACDD Community Director:
Christine Wells
cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com
Clubhouse Office Manager:
Sheila Moreland
smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com
Clubhouse Activities Assistant:
Caroline Lane, 863-324-6032
clane@lakeashtoncdd.com
Clubhouse Operations Manager:
Matt Fisher, 863-956-6207
mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com
LW Homeowners
Association (HOA)
Golf Club - Ian Peterson,
Head Golf Professional
Eagles Nest - Sandra
Goodwin, Manager
RV & Storage Center
Office Hours
Charm City
Nik Minadakis, Owner
EmpowerMe Wellness
LAKE ASHTON HEALTH &
FITNESS CENTER (HFC)
6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard
Winter Haven, FL 33884
Phone: 863-595-1562
Fax: 863-595-1567
LAIICDD Community Director:
Karen Van Kirk
kvankirk@lakeashton2cdd.com
LAIICDD Assistant Community
Director:
Krystle Funk
kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com
HFC Activities Assistant:
Louise Crespin
lcrespin@lakeashton2cdd.com
863-325-0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org
lakeashtonhoa.com
863-326-1032 ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com
863-326-1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com
863.326.1304
Mon — Fri
jsullivan@lakeashtonstorage.com
8 am to 4 pm
863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com
863-358-0809 kshipley@empowerme.com
___________________________________________________________________________________________
In case of emergency, dial 911!
Lake Wales Police: 863-678-4223
Winter Haven Police:
863-291-5858
Polk County Sheriff:
863-298-6200
3
Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW)
Gate House Security:
863-324-7290
County Road 653 (WH) Gate
House Security:
863-318-0237
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COFFEE
Meet new neighbors and to hear about local
community happenings, community events and
receive information on current projects within
Lake Ashton. Mondays at 9 am in the Clubhouse
Ballroom — coffee & donuts available for $3.
JUNE 2
• Birthdays and Anniversaries
• Featured Speaker: Hurricane Preparedness
with Polk County Fire Rescue
• Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance,
Iceberg Home Services, Aging Experts
JUNE 9
• Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/
or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk
County
• Featured Speaker: Pond and Lake Frequently
Asked Questions with Applied Aquatics
• Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Matt
Simpson, Freedom Boat Club of Winter
Haven, Tessier Law Firm
JUNE 16
• Peanut Butter Monday - Non-perishable food
donations will go to Hillcrest Elementary to
distribute to families in need
• Featured Speaker: AdventHealth
• Featured Vendor: Performance Golf Carts,
Miller’s Central Air, Freedom Health -
Medicare
JUNE 23 - NO MONDAY COFFEE -
LACDD MEETING
The Bloodmobile will be in the Clubhouse
West Parking Lot from 8:30 am to 2 pm
JUNE 30
• FREE DONUT AND COFFEE DAY! Camp
Lake Ashton Kick-Off - come learn more about
the activities that will be available - see page
26 for more info
• Featured Vendors: Iceberg Home Services,
Comfort Keepers
BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
MEETINGS
LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD
Monday, June 23
9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom
LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD
Thursday, June 19
9 am at the Health & Fitness Center
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 & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room,
330 W. Church St., Bartow
IN THIS ISSUE
NEWS 6
LA LOOKS 14
SAFETY 18
MOVIES 22
EVENTS 24
CLUBS 28
MIND & BODY 38
GOLF 41
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5HOURS OF OPERATION
CLUBHOUSE:
6 am – 10 pm daily
CLUBHOUSE
OFFICES:
9 am – 5 pm Mon. - Fri.
HEALTH &
FITNESS CENTER:
5:30 am – 10 pm daily
HFC OFFICES &
ACTIVITIES DESK:
8 am – 4 pm
Monday through Friday
BALLROOM
REFURBISHMENT PROJECT
Soon the Clubhouse Grand Ballroom will undergo
refurbishment. The project will include Painting,
Carpet and Dance Floor Replacement, and Drape
Replacement. Please stay tuned to electronic
media for any closures.
OPEN BOCCE PLAY
Wednesdays are designated as an open play day
on the Bocce Courts at the Clubhouse. Stop by
and play anytime between 6 am and 10 pm (there
are lights on the Bocce Courts). Please be mindful
of the rules posted on the light poles to ensure
the courts remain in great shape. The storage
container closest to the Pool is open and available
for everyone to use.
PRODUCE
Every Wednesday from 10 am – 2 pm in the
Clubhouse West Parking Lot
BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS
& FRESH PRODUCE
Fresh poultry, fish, beef in the Clubhouse West
parking lot Wednesdays from 9:30 am to Noon
BOOKMOBILE
Second & fourth Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
(closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15) in the Clubhouse
West Parking Lot. Polk County library card holders can
check out and return books, movies, & more!
LEAVING FOR THE
SUMMER?
The LA Times magazine and Clubhouse and HFC
calendars are available electronically, sent out
via email blast each week, and a helpful Summer
Checklist can be found online at http://
www.lakeashtoncdd.com and on the information
wall in the Clubhouse Media Center.
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OPEN BOWL ING & ASHTON
LANES REMINDERS
Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays are
open bowling days at the Clubhouse. No
reservations are taken are these days. All lanes are
open, first come, first serve from 6 am - 10 pm.
Please be sure to wear bowling shoes or other prior
approved footwear when bowling. Please be
courteous and mindful of other residents using this
amenity after you, and return all equipment,
including ramps, balls, and shoes to their rightful
places before leaving. Also, powder of any kind is
not permitted to be used at the lanes. It creates a
safety hazard due to the powder getting on the
floor and causing it to be slippery. There have been
some accidents due to powder being on the floor.
Staff and Volunteers work very hard to maintain
these lanes so please help by cleaning up and
straightening furniture after use. Please reach out to
staff or Security (after hours) if you experience any
issues while using the lanes. Thank you to our
amazing volunteers that donate so much time to
taking care of this busy Amenity. You all are greatly
appreciated!
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By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com)
Summer is almost here, although it feels like it has been here for weeks already. Residents are fortunate to have
wonderful amenities that can be enjoyed year round. 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. Remain active while staying indoors. Try Chair Yoga in the Clubhouse
Ballroom on Tuesdays at 9 am or Square Dance Lessons at 4 pm on Thursdays. Remember to wear sunscreen
and stay hydrated when enjoying outdoor activities.
The 2nd Annual Summer Music Series has officially begun. You don't want to miss out on seeing these great
local musicians and DJs in your backyard. Be sure to get your tickets today. Camp Lake Ashton is back! Take a
look at the advertisement in this edition of the LA Times for more information. The Lake Ashton Activities
Advisory Group (LAAAG) worked hard to come up with a great lineup that culminates with a Hoedown
Throwdown, true Lake Ashton style. There will be camp food, a great local DJ, dancing, and much more fun!
Be sure to sign up for all the activities and support the sponsors of this year's Camp LA.
Hurricane season officially begins June 1 and supervisors, staff and the Lake Ashton Public Safety organizations
are here to ensure residents are as safe and prepared as possible. 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 safety at all times, including during weather emergencies. Now is a great time to ensure you are signed
up to receive email blasts from the Clubhouse and HFC. Public safety announcements, scheduled events and
important meetings are sent via email blast.
Visit lakeashtoncdd.com to sign up. Don't miss the Hurricane
Preparedness Presentation by Polk County Fire Rescue in the
Clubhouse Ballroom on June 2 at 9 am.
LACDD
BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS
CONTA CT INF O
Brenda Van Sickle, Chair
863-324-6191
brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com
Michael Costello, Vice Chair
863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431
mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com
Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary
863-268-8193
dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com
Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary
863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com
Office Hours After Monday Coffee in the
Clubhouse Ballroom
Greg Ulrich, Assistant Secretary
863-969-7595
gulrich@lakeashtoncdd.com
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LA(LW)CDD Supervisors met May 12. A wrap-up report of
actions taken was sent out on May 21. Please email
cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like a copy.
Supervisors approved a refurbishment project for the
Ballroom that includes new paint, carpet, hardwood flooring,
and drapes/shades. Supervisors also approved quotes to
replace the roofing structures at the Shuffleboard Court and
Guard House. Discussions regarding the LA(LW)CDD Fiscal
Year 2026 budget (October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026)
are ongoing. The hearing to adopt the budget is set for
July 21 during the regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors
Meeting. Supervisors voted to not increase the assessment
for the 2026 fiscal year at the May meeting. The 2026
assessment will be $2,569 for Lake Wales residents. Please
visit lakeashtoncdd.com for agenda packets, the proposed
FY 2026 budget, approved meeting minutes, seasonal
checklists, storm tips, and other district documents.
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LAIICDD NEWS
By Karen Van Kirk, LAIICDD Community Director (kvankirk@lakeashton2cdd.com)
LA II CDD BOARD OF
SUP ERVISO RS
Jim Mecsics, Chairman
Public Safety & District Operations/Programs
Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm
863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com
photo: Dennis Krupinski
Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman
Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagles Nest, Facilities and
Field Operation, Transportation System
Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm
863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com
Bill Martin, Assistant Secretary
Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways
Office Hours: Mondays from 10 to 11 am
bmartin@lakeashton2cdd.com
Duff Hill, Assistant Secretary
Special Projects, Landscaping Area, Pet Play Parks
Office Hours: Wednesdays from 11 am to 12 pm
dhill@lakeashton2cdd.com
Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary
Facilities/Amenity Management
Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am
973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com
Summer is here
and exercising
outside can cause
one to easily
overheat, which in
turn can create a
medical issue.
Here are a few tips
to minimize this type of situation when exercising
outside during the sweltering summer months. If
possible, exercise during the early morning or
evening. Taking regular breaks and drinking plenty
of water to stay hydrated is suggested, as well as
wearing light-colored and loose-fitting clothes. It is
important to know the signs of heat-related illness,
such as muscle cramps and nausea, which can
easily lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Our
senior residents can also be more susceptible to
overheating, especially if there are existing
medical conditions and taking certain medications.
We want our Lake Ashton residents to be safe and
avoid the possibility of heat stroke. It’s important
to use sunscreen and wearing a hat while out-ofdoors
is also recommended. There is always an
option of exercising indoors in the comfort of an
air-conditioned environment. Both the HFC and
Clubhouse have well-equipped fitness rooms and a variety of exercise classes to help keep a person
physically fit.
Dancing is also a form of exercise, and the HFC is featuring the Seger Experience, taking place on
June 13th which is bound to bring back memories of days gone by, and a Lake Ashton favorite, The
Rusty Trumpet Band will be here on June 20, kicking off our Summer Music Series. Stop by the HFC
to reserve your table for either of these events, and to buy tickets for the Seger Experience.
A big thank you to those LA residents who have registered their golf carts and received the new golf
stickers (for accountability, safety and visibility). It only takes a few minutes to register your golf cart,
which can be done at the HFC, Monday through Friday from 10 am to 3 pm. The deadline to do so is
July 31.
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FACI L I T I ES POL ICI ES
HIGHLIGHT
This is an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities
Policies. The full policy can be found online
at lakeashtoncdd.com and lakeashton2cdd.org.
Questions regarding these policies can be directed to
Christine Wells, LA(LW)CDD Community Director or
Karen Van Kirk, LA(WH)CDD Community Director.
Contact information can be found on page 3.
xxv. WILDLIFE
1. When using the Amenity Facilities, including
especially outdoor areas and open spaces, please
adhere to the following guidelines in regards to
non-domesticated animals (“Wildlife”):
i. Wildlife encountered within the Amenity Facilities
should never be approached.
ii. Never leave small children unattended.
iii. Never feed wild animals, or leave food/garbage
unattended.
iv. Wildlife is likely to be present in all natural
waters or wetlands. Please take caution and be
vigilant when close to such areas.
2. The Lake Ashton Community is a natural Wildlife
habitat; therefore, exercise caution and vigilance
at all times.
3. Please visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission’s website for more
information regarding interaction with Wildlife
common to Florida, found here:
https://myfwc.com/conservation/you-conserve/
wildlife/
WWW.BROCKSWINDOWCLEANING.COM
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Stop by the hallway
near the bowling lanes
to take a look at the
trophy wall and the new trophies that are
displayed. The LA Ashtonettes (pictured) won Best
Theme at the
Lake Wales
Mardi Gras
parade in
February. Ted
and Vivian
Harmon won
the Holiday
Light Tour in December. Congratulations!
CLUBHOUSE ART WALL
Stop by the main hallway in the Clubhouse near the
Card Room. There is new art displayed each month.
Stop by and admire the talented residents at Lake
Ashton. Contact Shelley and Larry Brodka
at shelleyb615@gmail.com or Christine Wells
at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you are interested in
displaying your art. All art forms are encouraged!
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT:
BETTY DAVENPORT
By Marianne Zak
Meet 93-year-old Betty Davenport of Coconut Palms.
Raised in Michigan on a farm, Betty
enjoyed 4H and was "Dairy
Queen"! Her mother/teacher
taught her in a one room
schoolhouse. She still cherishes her
"Dick and Jane"
primer. Graduating college she
taught school for forty-three years.
She married Jerry Qualman and enjoyed five children.
After his passing she met widower Captain Jack
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Davenport who
was raising
seven children.
Their blended
family of
twenty-seven
grandchildren and fifty great grandchildren gather
here every year for a cheesecake contest. Jack
recently passed in 2024 at one-hundred and two. As
past president of the Florida Women's Republican
Club, Betty met and supported Senators and
Governors. She has been to Mar Lago and met
Donald Trump. A pioneer in teaching learning
disabled youngsters, she was instrumental in creating
statewide programs for special needs children. Betty
moved to Lake Ashton in 2006 and is a member of
High Point Church and Lake Ashton Republican Club.
THE MURRAY ZACHARIA
MEDIA CENTER
In October 2019 the Clubhouse Media Center was
dedicated to Murray Zacharia. A plaque and a few
pictures put up by friends and family can be found in
the Media Center. Stop by and take a moment to
remember a friend and neighbor who made it his
mission to advocate for the community he loved.
Murray's dedication and commitment to making Lake
Ashton "Simply the Best" was exceptional. He is
missed every day by those that knew him and will
forever be in our hearts. While in the Murray Zacharia
Media Center be sure to take a look at the new
publications available to residents. Some are available
to take home and others, such as the newspapers,
should be left for others to enjoy. There are puzzles,
new books coming in everyday, and much more.
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Wildlife
Corner
LA (LW) LA (
Photo & Article By
Barbara Ann Comer
The ubiquitous Palm Warbler is familiar
to many Lake Ashton residents. It is the little bird
that lands on the lanai screen and wags its tail up
and down. They forage for bugs even in the
middle of busy roads like Ashton Club Drive. The
plumage on this diminutive bird can vary greatly
depending on age and from whence the bird hails.
Eastern ones sport a yellowish breast while the
ones from farther west are mainly drab. The
constant tail bobbing is one of the best clues as to
their identity. This snow bird derives its name from
its wintering grounds being closely associated
with Palm Trees. A better name for it on its
nesting grounds would be the Bog Warbler since
it nests in brush at the edge of spruce bogs quite
far north. Keep your eyes open for this little winter
resident before it departs for the boreal bogs by
late March.
LA (LW) HOA & ARC
John Donahue, President of the HOA, sent an
email to all homeowners to introduce himself. Main
topics from his email bear repeating:
HOA Responsibilities - an updated document from
legal counsel that reiterates the purpose of
the HOA and all our collective responsibilities will
be sent to all homeowners.
• Architectural Committee - we have spent
considerable time in the discussion and
modification of our ARC guidelines. The plan is
to distribute the guidelines to you for a 30-day
review and comment period prior to them being
enacted by the board. We ask that you read
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them carefully and provide constructive
feedback regarding terms, clarity, and content.
• Compliance - We need to maintain the standards
that are in our HOA guidelines. Therefore, we
will be stepping up our efforts around
compliance. You may get a private courtesy
notice regarding an area of your property that
could use some attention. We ask that you
address them promptly. Please check guidelines
to see if you need to submit a request to ARC.
For June, compliance will be focused on driveways.
Please take care to remove weeds either by
spraying or power washing. In addition, please
check that trash and recycle bins are not visible
from the street. If you do not have room in the
garage for the bins, please provide screening
(shrubs) to hide them from view. Thank you all for
keeping Lake Ashton a wonderful place to live!
HOA Board Members
• Marti Schmidt, President/Treasurer
president@lakeashtonhoa.org
• John Donahue, VP & ARC Director
vp@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Glen Hart, VP2 & Compliance Director
vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Tim Doyle, Secretary
secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org
• Deanne Mayne, Secretary 2 & Compliance
Director, sec2@lakeashtonhoa.org
• ARC: ARC@LakeAshtonHOA.org
Compliance Committee:
compliance@LakeAshtonHOA.org
Send a picture of any fish caught in ponds or lakes
in Lake Ashton, along with your name, the lake or
pond that it was caught in, as well as the type
of fish caught and any measurements (length and/
or weight) to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com to be
featured in the next edition of the LA Times.
Don’t forget to include your smiling face!
As a reminder, there is a catch and release policy
for any District owned ponds in Lake Ashton.
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By Connie Strassberg, Treasurer
"June is busting out all over!” and the
snowbirds are gone. As summer arrives, it is time
to check your landscaping, refresh your mulch,
and spruce up your yard. But make sure to review
the ARC Rules and Guidelines and submit a
request for ARC approval before you make any
changes. It's so much easier to keep our
community in tip top shape when everyone
pitches in and takes care of his/her little piece of
paradise.
The HOA now has five flyer slots at the top of
the flyer board at the Health and Fitness Center
(HFC). They currently contain Email Contact
Authorization forms, Age Verification forms, and
information flyers about our HOA, the ARC, and
the difference between an HOA and a CDD.
To get email notifications from the LA2 HOA,
submit a completed Email Authorization Form to
our management company Stambaugh. Pick up a
copy of the authorization form from our flyer slot;
fill out the requested information; then, either
mail the form back to Stambaugh or simply put it
into the White HOA mailbox at the HFC.
To maintain our status and privileges as a 55+
community, state law requires that Age Verification
of our homes' occupants be completed every two
years. Every home in Lake Ashton West has
received a copy of the Age Verification form. If you
need another you can pick one up from our flyer
slot. We do not want to risk losing our 55+
designation, so please fill out this form
according to the directions and return it to
Stambaugh as quickly as possible via mail or put it
into the white HOA mailbox at the HFC.
Visit the LA II HOA's website at https://
stambaugh.cincwebaxis.com. To have access to
announcements, posted documents, directory,
calendar, or pay your dues online, please sign
up. First time users will find the button marked
"REGISTER" in the upper right hand corner of the
page. From there, you will be directed to sign up.
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The LA2 HOA Board of Directors meets on the
third Tuesday of the month at the HFC (please
check at the front desk for location). Our next
meeting is scheduled June 17. The agenda along
with the time of the meeting will be emailed to all
who are signed up to receive email. Your
presence is welcome - this is your community.
The ARC (Architectural Review Committee) is an
arm of the HOA. ARC meetings are the second
and fourth Mondays of the month at 1:00 at the
HFC (please check at the front desk for the
location). To contact the ARC, follow instructions
in the ARC Tracker at arctracker.com; area: Lake
Ashton 2.
• President Bill Testa,
PresidentLA2HOA@gmail.com
• VP- ARC Mike Brennan,
VPArcLA2HOA@gmail.com
• Secretary Joe Ellwanger,
SecretaryLA2HOA@gmail.com
• Treasurer Connie Strassberg,
TreasurerLA2HOA@gmail.com
• Asst Treasurer Ray Rudy,
VPTreasurerLA2HOA@gmail.com
ALGAE BLOOMS
Algae blooms are dense layers of small green plants
that grow on the surface of lakes and ponds. The
algae's quick growth is attributed to the elevated
nitrogen levels in the water. These nutrients are
introduced through runoff from roads and fertilizers
applied to lawns. During the spring and summer
months, the combination of warm and sunny days
and increasing nutrient levels encourages sustained
rapid development. LACDD has a contract with an
aquatics provider who treats and maintains its ponds.
When an algae bloom appears, the aquatic vendor
initiates treatment. These treatments occur every
two weeks. To be proactive in keeping CDD ponds
free of algae, the CDD has introduced grass carp to
troublesome ponds. These fish are a long-term, lowcost
method of controlling undesirable aquatic
vegetation. Email Matt Fisher with any questions or
concerns at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com.
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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH (NW) CORNER
By Fay Wood, NW Chief
(Courtesy of Law Enforcement)
In the digital age, security threats have become increasingly sophisticated, penetrating deep into our most private
forms of communication: text messages.“Smishing” is a type of text message-based phishing that cyber criminals use
to steal data from their targets. The smisher crafts a seemingly legitimate message and uses it to deceive recipients
into divulging sensitive information or installing malware on their phone.
One common example of smishing
involves scammers pretending to be a toll
company, like E-ZPass. They text false
claims of unpaid tolls to unsuspecting
recipients, threatening fines if the victims
don’t pay their balances immediately.
These messages often include links to
fraudulent websites designed to harvest
personal and financial details. Since March
2024, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint
Center has received nearly 2,000 reports
of such scams across multiple states. The
sophistication of these scams is alarming,
and their rapid proliferation makes it hard
to track down the perpetrators. Smishing’s
effectiveness is partly due to
cybercriminals' use of “Lighthouse" kits,
which allow them to effortlessly spoof toll
operators and target users across various
states in a single text message campaign.
To safeguard against such threats, it's
essential to remain vigilant. Be skeptical of
unsolicited messages, especially those
urging immediate action or payment.
Avoid clicking on links in suspicious texts;
instead, verify the message’s authenticity
by contacting the organization claiming to
be on the other end.
If you suspect you've received a smishing
message, report it to the FBI's Internet
Crime Complaint Center, and delete the
message from your device. As always,
your Neighborhood Watch Team stands
ready to help keep Lake Ashton the safe
place to live and work.
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James M. Weaver, Esq.
Lake Ashton Resident
Distinguished Military Graduate - Vietnam Veteran
Former Lake Wales City Attorney
Honor Court, University of Georgia Law School
Admitted in both Georgia and Florida
Rotarian of the Year - District 6890 2017
Polk County Estate Planning Council
Lake Wales Citizen of the Year 2019
Shelby L. Loveless, Esq.
Valedictorian, Frostproof High School
Phi Beta Kappa - Florida State University
Magna Cum Laude Graduate - FSU Undergrad
Law Review - FSU Law School
Book Award - Family Law (Highest in class)
Member of Polk Association of Women Lawyers
Former Lake Wales Breakfast Rotary President
Practice Areas
Wills & Trusts ~ Elder Law ~ Probate ~
Business ~ Real Estate
240 E. Park Ave., Lake Wales, FL 33853
www.WeLoveLaw.com
863.676.6000
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BEGINS JUNE 1
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 2025 Hurricane Season. It
can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com and in the Media
Center on the information wall. There will also be a
Hurricane Preparedness presentation by Polk County
Fire Rescue on June 2 at 9 am in the Clubhouse
Ballroom.
Remember:
• Hurricane and storm shutters must be approved by
the Lake Ashton Architectural Review Committee (ARC)
• The official site for Florida emergency preparation
is floridadisaster.org
• Register your contact information for the Alert Polk
telephone and email notification system at
alertpolk.com. Polk County officials use this system to
inform county residents of situations that
may affect their health, safety, and welfare, including
severe weather alerts.
• Two 14-day “disaster preparedness” tax holidays for
specified supplies run from June 2 - 15
Visit the Department of Revenue website for the full list.
ALL IGATOR ALERT
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. Please be mindful of the following
safety tips recommended by the FWC:
• 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
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(866-392-4286). Please be aware, nuisance alligators are
killed, not relocated.
• Be aware of the possibility of alligators when you are
in or near fresh or brackish water. Bites may occur when
people do not pay close enough attention to their
surroundings when working or recreating near water.
• Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn.
Therefore, be cautious when near water during these
times.
• Dogs and cats are similar in size to the natural prey of
alligators.
• Keep pets 10' away from the water. Don’t allow pets
to swim, exercise or drink in or near waters that may
contain alligators.
• Leave alligators alone. State law prohibits killing,
harassing or possessing alligators. Handling even small
alligators can result in injury.
• Never feed alligators – it’s dangerous and illegal.
When fed, alligators can overcome their natural
wariness and learn to associate people with food. When
this happens, some of these alligators have to be
removed and killed.
Always remember to observe and photograph alligators
only from a distance. Remember, they’re an important
part of Florida’s natural history as well as an integral
component of aquatic ecosystems.
EMERGENCY OR NOT?
Not sure when to call the police for both nonemergency
and emergency situations?
City of Lake Wales Police: 863-678-4223
City of Winter Haven Police: 863.291.5858
Polk County Sheriff’s Office: 863.298.6200
Gate Houses & Security Officers:
Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290
County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237
Non-emergency calls are routine calls for service such as
traffic crashes with no injury or roadblock, property
crimes when the suspect is no longer present, animal
complaints, loud music, and lost or found property.
911 emergency calls include serious medical situations,
crimes in progress, physical disturbances,
traffic crashes with injuries, and all life threatening or
potentially life-threatening situations.
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JUNE 10 — 12
11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM
SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE
CLOSED CAPTIONING: 11 AM DAILY AND
ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS
CINEMA CAPACITY: 55
JUNE 3 — 5
THE FABULOUS FOUR
2024 | R |1H 38MIN
If three's a crowd, four's a party! THE
FABULOUS FOUR is an uproarious
comedy about a group of life-long
friends (Susan Sarandon, Megan
Mullally, and Sheryl Lee Ralph) who travel to Key
West, Florida, to be bridesmaids in the surprise
wedding of their best college girlfriend Marilyn
(Bette Midler). Over the course of one outrageous
trip, sisterhoods are rekindled, the past resurfaces,
and there are enough sparks, raunch, and romance
to change all their lives in unexpected ways.
2025 | PG-13 | 1H 37MIN
Over Christmas in 1985, devoted
father and coal merchant Bill Furlong
(Cillian Murphy) discovers startling
secrets kept by the convent in his town, along with
some shocking truths of his own. The film reveals
truths about Ireland's Magdalene laundries -horrific
asylums run by Roman Catholic institutions
from the 1820s until 1996, ostensibly to reform
"fallen young women." Adapted from the Booker
Prize nominated novel by Claire Keegan.
JUNE 17 - 19
CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE
NEW WORLD
2025 | PG-13 | 1H 58MIN
Anthony Mackie returns as the highflying
hero Sam Wilson, who's
officially taken up the mantle of
Captain America. After meeting with newly elected
U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in
the middle of an international incident. He must
discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot
before the true mastermind has the entire world
seeing red.
JUNE 24 — 26
11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM
DEEP COVER
2025 | R | 1H 40MIN
A fast -paced act ion comedy
starring Bryce Dallas Howard as
Kat, an improv comedy teacher
beginning to question if she's missed her shot at
success. When an undercover cop (Sean Bean)
offers her the role of a lifetime, she recruits two
of her students (Orlando Bloom and Nick
Mohammed) to infiltrate London's gangland by
impersonating dangerous criminals.
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SPECIAL INTEREST FILMS
11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED
JUNE 6 - NO MOVIE
JUNE 13
11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
2016 | R | 1H 59MIN
Ben Cash (Viggo Mortensen), his
wife Leslie and their six children live
deep in the wilderness of
Washington state. Isolated from society, Ben and
Leslie devote their existence to raising their kids -educating
them to think critically, training them to
be physically fit and athletic, guiding them in the
wild without technology and demonstrating the
beauty of co-existing with nature. When Leslie dies
suddenly, Ben must take his sheltered offspring
into the outside world for the first time.
JUNE 20
11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM
INTERSTELLAR
2014 | PG-13 | 2H 45MIN
In Earth's future, a global crop blight
and second Dust Bowl are slowly
rendering the planet uninhabitable.
Professor Brand (Michael Caine), a brilliant NASA
physicist, is working on plans to save mankind by
transporting Earth's population to a new home via
a wormhole. But first, Brand must send former
NASA pilot Cooper (Matthew McConaughey) and a
team of researchers through the wormhole and
across the galaxy to find out which of three planets
could be mankind's new home.
JUNE 27
11 AM, 3 PM
(NO 7 PM SHOWING)
SALLY
2025 | PG-13 | 1H 43MIN
Sally explores the life and legacy
of astronaut Dr. Sally Ride, who became the first
American woman to blast off into space and
forever changed the course of science,
exploration, and women's empowerment.
Featuring never-before-seen archival footage,
Sally also chronicles the 27-year romance with
life partner Tam O'Shaughnessy, which was kept
secret from the public until the day of Ride's
death.
SPECIAL RESTAURANT ADVERTISING SECTION
ALL STAR GRILL
2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898
(833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm
Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm
Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm
Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out.
Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games.
CHERRY POCKET STEAK N
SEAFOOD SHAK
3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales FL 33898
(863) 439-2031, cherrypocket.com
Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm,
Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. We offer Indoor &
Outdoor Seating, Pick-Up, & Delivery
THE CROOKED BASS GRILL & TAVERN
1010 N. Scenic Hwy., Babson Park, FL 33827
(863) 589-5887, crookedbass.com
Hours: Mon - Thurs 11:30 am-8 pm;
Fri & Sat 11:30 am-9 pm; Sun 12-7 pm
We serve delicious Seafood,
Steaks (including Prime Rib), Burgers, Pizza, Salads, Chicken,
Pork Chops, Pasta, Wings, AYCE Specials & a Full Liquor Bar.
OVATION BISTRO & BAR
Locations in Winter Haven, Lakeland & Davenport
ovationbistro.com
Offer 1: Free appetizer or dessert with the purchase
of 2 entrees/drinks
Offer 2: $10 off the purchase of $60 or more
Offer 3: Lake Ashton Residents get a free glass of house wine, beer
or cocktail with any purchase. Bring this coupon to redeem.
SIZZLING GRILL - STEAK & SEAFOOD
21400 US 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859
(863) 676-4898, sizzlinggrillfl.com
$5 OFF the purchase of $50 or more
Lake Ashton: Get a Free Mini dessert with
purchase of $30.
Bring this coupon to redeem.
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TRI-SERVICE BIRTHDAY BALL
By Cal Posner
How great is it to live in Lake Ashton! Not a question
but a statement of fact. When the Lake Ashton
Veterans Association decided to throw a Tri-service
250th Birthday Ball for the three senior services,
Army, Navy and Marine Corps, all founded in 1775,
residents couldn’t wait to volunteer for the June 14
event.
DJ Wayne, a former Marine, came forward to do our
music. He and I spent nearly a month searching for
the perfect National Anthem and Military Medley.
Then, three ladies who reside in Lake Ashton came
forward and said they would sing those songs live
and they had their own sound system. You know
them as the “Ladybugs.” They are wonderful singers
as well as wonderful people.
Nik at Charm City volunteered to supply table
settings and two bottles of wine at each table, a bar
and a non-alcoholic bar all at cost.
Caroline Lane at the Clubhouse has been a great
help in our planning and asking the right questions of
us. She has been very supportive, and Christine has
been wonderful in keeping everything on track.
Valerie LeBlanc, who edits the LA Times and works
on the Clubhouse Lobby TV, came to our first
meeting and has been a supporter ever since. The
souvenir program on your table is her work.
A special thanks to Trin Rios for stepping up and
filling in for me for the two weeks I was away and for
figuring out the Color Guard movements around all
the equipment on the stage and the tables on the
floor. And kudos to Lynn Shelton for her centerpieces
that are on your tables.
There are still a few tables open for this historic
event. You don’t have to be a veteran to attend. If
you support our military, the people who keep our
country safe, please email calposner@aol.com for
tickets or text to 678.464.7331 for more information.
CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH
WITH THE LAKE ASHTON
BLACK HERITAGE CLUB
By Pamela June
Mark your calendar and get ready to celebrate! The
Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club is hosting a
Juneteenth Block Party and Celebration on Saturday,
June 21 from 1 to 4 pm in the Clubhouse Parking Lot.
This festive event will have raffles, dancing, music,
games, and more. Learn about the origins of
Juneteenth while engaging in interactive activities. It
is a day to reflect on history and commemorate
freedom. Bring a lawn chair for relaxing and taking in
the vibe, funds for delicious food and drinks from our
own Charm City and local vendors, and a spirit of joy
and celebration to make this event truly special.
Family and friends from outside the community are
welcomed to join the festivities. Let’s come together
to honor history, celebrate freedom, strengthen our
community, and uplift one another through
inspiration and joy!
SAVE THE DATES
October 17: Outdoor Block Party
November 1: Fall Festival
November 14: Friendsgiving
December 3: Home Improvement Expo
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Jam out to these rad local bands with your friends & neighbors! Purchase Clubhouse Show tickets
at the Clubhouse Activities Office or online for $15 each. See on sale dates below for HFC shows.
CLUBHOUSE SHOWS
June 27 – Solo Cup Soiree with
Free Whiskey Band
A talented jam/rock/blues
local band, the love and
friendship between this
bunch of vibrant, fun loving
musicians is infectious and
draws the listener into their
dynamic sound.
July 18 – Peace,
Love & Music with
This five-piece band plays all your favorite
music from the 1960s,
covering the incredibly
wide range of styles of that
historic decade.
AUGUST 29 – Beach
Party Bash with
Celebrate summer and
enjoy great
vibes at the
beach party bash featuring DJ
Itsy Roc playing a wide variety
of music for everyone!
September 26 – End of Summer
Shindig with the Southshore Cruisers
Band
Lifelong
musicians
who tailor
the best dance hits of the ‘60s, ’70s and
’80s to their 55+ crowds to keep their fans
rockin’ on the dance floor.
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HFC SHOWS
June 20 - Rusty
Trumpet Band
Be transported to a
simpler time and
become active
participants, not just
spectators. Enjoy tributes to famous
personalities including Elvis Presley, Willie
Nelson, Patsy Cline, Aretha Franklin, Louie
Armstrong, Motown legends, and various
rock stars, as well as disco and country.
Tickets on sale at the HFC.
July 25 - Carlos and Company
A husband & wife duo who
perform hits from the 50's to
the present in all genres.
Tickets on sale June 2 at the
HFC.
August 22 - The Dukes
The Dukes keep the
music of the 50's & 60's
alive by singing their
unique blend of Doo Wop
and Rock & Roll. Tickets
on sale July 1 at the HFC.
September 12 - Josh Blevins
Josh Blevins started singing as a young
boy and his voice carries a
traditional yet current county
sound! Get ready for an
energetic and unforgettable
night of live music. Tickets on
sale August 1 at the HFC.
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years but Camp Lake Ashton (LA) is back! The
Clubhouse and the HFC have a great lineup of
events for Camp LA this year starting on June 30.
Please note, all activities can be signed up for
online. If signing up in person, please go to the
respective Activities Office based on where the
activity is taking place to be registered.
June 30 — 8 am: Birdwatching Tour with Barbara
Comer –Meet at the Clubhouse west parking lot in
your golf cart for an 8:10 am departure. Tour Camp
Lake Ashton (the closed golf course) via golf carts
in search of birds. “Cart-pooling” is encouraged.
Please bring binoculars, water, hats and
sunglasses. Be prepared and wear sunscreen or
clothing that will protect you from the sun. 1 - 2
hours max.
9 am: Camp Kickoff at Monday Coffee Meet your
Camp Counselors and enjoy FREE camp
snacks. No sign-up needed
July 1 — 11:30 am: Terrariums w/ the Garden Club
Build your own tiny ecosystem in a jar with the
Garden Club in the Clubhouse Ballroom. A $5
placeholder is due at the time of sign-up (credit
card, cash, or check). The $5 will be returned to
each camper at the class.
1 pm: Co-ed Cornhole Tournament Get your team
together and see who will come out on top at the
HFC’s Cornhole Tournament.
July 2 — 1 pm: Ping Pong Tournament Test your
ping pong skills at the HFC’s ping pong
tournament.
1 pm: Rock Painting Join the LA Rockers in the
Clubhouse Ballroom to paint patriotic rocks just in
time to give to a friend or neighbor to celebrate
Independence Day! All beginners and experts are
welcome! A $5 placeholder is due at the time of
sign-up (credit card charge, cash, or check). The $5
will be returned to each camper at the class. Rocks
donated by Unlimited Property Solutions.
July 3 — 1 pm: Line Dancing Brush up or learn new
line dancing skills at Lorrie’s line dance class at the
HFC at 1 pm.
7 pm: Hoedown Throwdown Snacks, dancing, camp
awards, and more! You won’t want to miss the
final event of Camp Lake Ashton at the Clubhouse
Ballroom at 7 pm. The music will range from
country to Bruno Mars and everything in between.
The DJ will also be taking requests all night
long! Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at
the Clubhouse Activities Office or online.
Sponsors: AdventHealth, Performance Golf Carts
Iceberg Home Services, Spring Lake Rehabilitation
Center, Freedom Health - Medicare
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GOING ON HIATUS?
Has the leadership for your Club, Group, or
Organization changed or is your group
planning to take a summer hiatus? Contact
Caroline Lane at clane@lakeashtoncdd.com or
863.324.6032 to make these updates.
Currently on Hiatus:
• Tap Jammers
• LA Community Action Committee
• LA Black Heritage Club
• Sandy’s New York State Club
• Bingo
BOLLA HOSTS TRASH TO
TREASURE VOLUNTEER
APPRECIATION EVENT
By Diane Dillon
The membe r s o f BOLLA,
Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton,
hosted a Volunteer Appreciation
Event for everyone who helped
with Trash to Treasure 2025. It
was a great time with delicious
food, enormous cakes, lovely
décor, a commemorative slide
show, and most importantly, a
fabulous group of people. It is
truly amazing to celebrate the
spirit of generosity at Lake
Ashton and BOLLA i s so
appreciative to have such
wonderful friends and neighbors
who are always willing to help.
In addition to planning and
hosting this wonderful party, the
members of BOLLA have been
busy making and delivering
blankets to the children of Polk
County. Most recently, hundreds
of blankets have been delivered
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to 3 local schools and to the Homeless Graduating
Seniors.
As a reminder, BOLLA will continue to meet during
the summer months. You can find us in the
Clubhouse Craft Room on Mondays at 1pm. New
members are always welcome.
GENEALOGY CLUB
By Jane Imparl
Come to the June meeting of the Genealogy Club
and learn how to use AI for Genealogy. It’s a game
changer! We meet Wednesday, June 11 at 2 pm in
the HFC Craft Room. Hope to see you there.
LA PEBBLES AND PINES
By Jill Groves
We are happy to report that our Cinco De Mayo
Dance on May 3 was a success! We collected a
significant amount of non-perishable food for the
Lake Wales Care Center as well as $400 in cash
donations. Thank you to all who
assisted, donated & participated
in the fun! Our next event is our
4th of July Ice Cream Social. All
members of LAPP should be
receiving an email with the
details. If you don't receive one,
please contact Ji l l Groves
at grovesmanor@hotmail.com or
419-902-7966. r
LA BELLES
By Karen Kennedy
The LA Belles would like to invite
all of the ladies at Lake Ashton
to lunch Wednesday, June 25, at
Carrabba’s Italian Grill (910 3rd
St SW Winter Haven) at noon.
Sign up online or call Vivian at
317-430-2662 or Donna at
407-480-9514 by June 23.
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Five Crown, although we would be amenable to
trying different games. We hope Singles in Lake
Ashton will join us.
SUMMER IN THE GARDEN
By Lynn Davis & Karen Macklemore
As the summer sun kicks in,
the Lake Ashton Community
Garden will be taking a
break from r egular
meetings. We plan
to reconvene in September,
when the weather cools
down and our part-time
residents return to join the
fun. Until then, the garden
will keep growing—and so
will we! A big thanks to
everyone who joined
our Garden Gathering
Mulcharama on May 8. It
was a sweet success filled
with picking, prepping, and
a whole lot of community
spirit. The beds are looking great, and the garden is
thriving! Though we won’t be holding official meetings
over the summer, we’ll still be tending our warmweather
crops like corn, kale, sweet potatoes, and okra.
A special shoutout to those who continue watering and
caring for the garden—your efforts keep everything
blooming. Stay tuned for occasional pop-up gatherings
and updates during the summer!
LA SINGLES CLUB
By Carol Corley
The Lake Ashton Singles Club is getting ready for
summer — most specifically, July. Every year we
identify Polk County older residents who have very
little income and no families. We provide Christmas in
July for them, getting them gifts and gift cards to
help tide them over. Their requests are very simple.
In addition to helping needy seniors in Polk County,
our club has fun — meeting is the first Sunday every
month at 2 p.m. in the Clubhouse Ballroom. After the
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LAVA AUXILIARY
By Chris Graves
The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary will be
Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse
Ballroom near the stage. We will not be meeting in July
and August — happy Summer! At the meeting we will
continue to plan and prepare for the Craft Fair on
October 25, so save the date! If you would like to
participate in the Craft Show, there are several tables
available. You can pick up your Vendor Application
Packet at the Clubhouse.
Attention Bakers! Please consider baking a cake(s),
pie(s) or some other dessert to be sold at the Craft Fair.
By doing so, you will be contributing to the success of
the Craft Fair. The proceeds will go to benefit veterans.
More info to follow in upcoming newsletters. God
Bless America!
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Come Join the Fun Thursdays and Sundays 1 to 3 pm in
the Clubhouse Game Room. Arrive by 12:50. Lessons
given as needed. Sense of humor necessary.
Questions? Text Joanne McKinley at 304-261-6905.
OPEN play mah jongg
We are looking for both men & women to join us in a
fun, friendly game of Mah Jongg. Some experience is
required. We would love to have you stop in and say
hello Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm at the HFC Card
Room. Questions? Contact Carolyn Neuberger at
nachuma@mail.com or 516-317-0120.
Chess club
Friendly games on Thursdays at 1:30 pm in the Poker
Room at the HFC. Some members play each other
online. Players of all levels are welcome. Informal
lessons can also be arranged for those who want them.
Questions? Contact Howard Mayne at 603-285-5640.
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MEALS ON WHEELS
By Marcia Santino
Are you a compassionate person looking for a
purpose with 2-3
late morning hours
available one or two
days a month? Meet
Lake Ashton
re s i d e n t s L i s a
Savala, Becky
Wilson and Julie
Janele. These three
friends have been
sharing volunteer delivery responsibility of
MOWPolk Route #7 on Tuesdays for over a year. The
trio rotate weeks, typically two at a time, taking
turns driving or delivering the meals to the door of
each recipient. Occasionally a single individual will
make the deliveries alone when both the other ladies
are unavailable. This arrangement demonstrates the
creativity and flexibility of volunteering at MOWPolk.
With at least 15 full time snow bird volunteer drivers
gone for the summer and other volunteers
intermittently out on vacation, MOWPolk is in critical
need of volunteers, especially over the summer
months. Even if you can only spare a random day
here or there, your help is greatly needed. There is
no long-term commitment required. You decide
when and where you deliver. For more information
about becoming a volunteer or if you or someone
you know needs meal services, please call
863-299-1616.
Please consider joining Lake Ashton Friends of Meals
on Wheels (“LA FOMOW”) to help promote this
essential non-profit organization in our community.
To become a member or for more information
please email lafomow@gmail.com. Next Third
Thursday Second Chance Donation Day is July 17.
LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB
By Howard Mayne
The Lake Ashton Democratic Club will hold their
monthly meeting June 5 in the HFC Community
Center at 6:30 pm with social time at 6 pm. The
speaker will be Luis Davila, who is running for the
Florida House District 48 next year. Guests are
welcome and encouraged. For more information
contact lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com.
LA REPUBLICAN CLUB
By Bud Colburn
There is no Lake Ashton Republican Club (LARC)
meeting in June. We are actively seeking committee
volunteers for our annual Christmas party being held
on December 5, 2025. If you are interested in
participating please contact Kristy McKibben at
816-719-8324 or kmcink@att.net. Thank you!
GARDEN CLUB
By Pam Klawinski
The May Garden Club Meeting
Field Trip to Heart Village at Warner University was a
wealth of knowledge. We learned how the students
are prepared on how to grow sustainable agriculture
in remote rural areas for their future missionary
trips. We were introduced to many of the 500+
varieties of plants and trees that are edible for
people and livestock consumption and tasted
several plants.
The June 11 meeting will include sharing the
information learned from the field trip and a
demonstration on how to make vase arrangements
from your garden.
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The Garden Club will not hold meetings in July or
August but will be participating in “Camp Lake
Ashton” activities with creating mini terrariums. Be
on the lookout for signups from the Clubhouse. The
Garden Club will resume regular meetings on
September 10. All are welcome and no green thumb
necessary to join in the fun!
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By Stephanie Iszak
All Lake Ashton residents are invited to come out
on Mondays and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm to
play some fun games of Bocce Ball. No experience
is required. Anyone who is playing would be more
than happy to teach you and go over the Lake
Ashton Friendly Bocce Ball rules and regulations.
Our Friendly Bocce Tailgate parties for 2025 have
ended. They will resume in January 2026. Contact
Stephanie Iszak at 609-980-9505,
siszak@comcast.net or Tammy Shields at
863-632-2024, tammy.shields1221@gmail.com
with any questions. Looking forward to having
many new Friendly Bocce players.
LA PICKLEBALL
By Coach Dennis Santino
Enjoy the summer fun
by joining the LAPA.
We had another fun
packed pickleball
mixer in May with our
next social event is
July 5th. As you are
reading this article our
two new Pickleball
Courts should be
completed. The LAPA
board wants to give a
special thanks to
George Powell (pictured) for making our new
pickleball paddle holders. LAPA has many more fun
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activities planned throughout the year. Join in on this
fun by becoming a member of the Club.
Membership forms can be found at the HFC.
Membership is only $12 per year and prorated when
you join after January.
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LA SWIM CLUB
By Sandy White
DO YOU KNOW:
• Lake Ashton Swim Club (LASC) offers fitness and
competition opportunities.
• Lake Ashton swimmers have competed and
medaled in regional, state, and national senior age
group competition.
• Senior swimming competition was created to
promote fitness and better health for 50 and older.
• There are 11 age and 2 gender groups in senior
swim competition.
• A Lake Ashton swimmer holds a regional swimming
record.
• You don't have to be a super swimmer to enter
senior swimming. The pre-requisite is the ability to
swim 2 lengths (50 yds.).
• Swimming is known for being the best and safest
all-around exercise.
• LASC swims together 3 times a week: Mon & Wed
1-2PM & Sat 10AM.
• LASC welcomes new swimmers anytime?
For more info, just show up at a practice session or
contact sandyw1994@aol.com. The club has the pool
reserved on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 2
pm, and Saturdays from 10 to 11 am.
Pictured: New LASC
Swimmer Steve Armstrong
participated in the American
Cancer Society's Swim
Challenge - Swim 5 Miles
(352 lengths) in May.
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By Don Fuller & Liz Leigh
Duplicate bridge is played on Monday at 12:45 pm in
the Clubhouse Card Room. The game is open to all
residents regardless of skill level. Participants should
have some experience playing bridge plus a partner is
required. We have approximately 60 players in the
group and can assist new players in finding a
partner. Registering in advance is suggested by signing
up in the Red Book in the Clubhouse Card Room, or by
emailing Don at dfuller627@yahoo.com.
April 21: North-South: 1st Jim Ford & Don Fuller;
2nd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; 3rd Sonny
Robinson & Pat Foster: East-West:1st Marian Oshinsky
& Trish Kellar; 2nd John Sammons & Pat Sammons;
3rd Marge Kniat & Marti Dehn
April 28:North – South: 1st Marion Nelson & Roger
Nelson; 2nd Jim Ford & Don Fuller; 3rd Pat Foster &
Sonny Robinson: East-West: 1st Sally Bonkoski &
Colette Mckie; Liz Leigh & Mafie Walker; 3rd Graham
Littlehales & Howard Mayne
May 5: North-South: 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford;
2nd Maureen Ziegler & Nelda Sedlacek; 3rd Charlotte
Walter & Liz Smith; East-West: 1st Dana Griffiths & Judy
Marine; 2nd Trish Kellar & Marian Oskinsky;
3rd Jeannine Connors & Dee Mayne
May 12: North-South 1st Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster;
2nd Don Fuller & Jim Ford; 3rd Dee Mayn & Jeannine
Connors: East-West: 1st Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar;
2nd Liz Leigh & Mafie Walker 3rd Chip Inman & Chris Verges
LA ROCKERS
By Annie Lutz
CAMP LAKE ASHTON coming soon! The
LA Rockers will be teaching a beginners class on how to
paint rocks on July 2 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse. You
know you love finding our kindness rocks, so why not
come out and try your hand at it? Bring your friends
and meet some new folks. All supplies will be provided
and you will be able to take your rock home with you.
Sign up at the Clubhouse. Our mission is: One message
at just the right moment can change someone’s entire
day, outlook, life. You can spread the kindness, too!
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LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE
By Keith Stevens
Beat the heat this summer with square dance lessons
in the cool. The air-conditioned Clubhouse Ballroom
will be the place for ten square dance lesson/dances
Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5:30 pm. You don’t
need a partner to join the fun. It will be a progressive
course dancing for ten Thursday afternoons
beginning June 12. It will be a fun way to stay in the
cool and at the same time keep your body and mind
active. Modern Western Square Dancing is
recognized by the medical community as an
encouraged activity to improve physical and mental
health. All you need is a smile to join. $5/person/
lesson and there will be a pizza and cola party June
12, the first lesson. Bring a friend to join.
Email davecaller@gmail.com or keithuns@yahoo.com
for more information.
LORRIE’S LINE DANCING
Thursdays at the HFC
1 pm Beginner Class, 2 pm Improver.
LUNCH & LEARN
Window Tinting: June 18 at 12 pm. Residential
window film offers numerous benefits, including
enhanced energy efficiency, reduced glare,
increased privacy, and protection from UV rays. It
can also improve safety and security by holding
glass together in case of breakage.
THIS IS WHERE NEW MEMORIES ARE MADE
CRUISE & LAND VACATIONS
CBD: Ask all your questions, sample, and learn all
about it June 24 at 12 pm. All held in the
Clubhouse Ballroom with lunch provided. Sign up
online today!
BOB ROSS OIL
PAINTING CLASS
Instructor: Kay Lenherr
June 14, 1 to 4 pm
Clubhouse Craft Room
Fisherman’s Trail
$35, payable at class. Sign up by
emailing k.lenherr@aol.com by
June 13.
CRAFTING WITH
CARMEN
Craft your own super cute
cupcake drinking glass on June
20 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse
Ballroom! For $15 you will
receive the lid, glass cup, straw,
and crafting supplies. There are
only 7 spots available for this
class. You’ll not want to miss out on this class, sign
up online today!
BEADING IN THE
BALLROOM –
BEADED
SUCCULENTS
Make your own adorabl e
beaded succulent on June 25 at
11:30 am in the Clubhouse
Ballroom! All materials and instructions will be
included for $10 payable at the class. Sign up with
Valerie Fetcho at valgeo2@aol.com or by calling
863-605-1386.
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SCAN WITH YOUR
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Lake Ashton Sunday Night Trivia will be
played every Sunday Night in the Clubhouse
Ballroom. There is a maximum of eight players
per table, but no minimum. Bring $1/person to
play. All money is returned to the winning tables.
Trivia starts at 7 pm. Doors open at 6 pm.
CHARM CITY TRIVIA
Charm City Trivia is held every Tuesday Night in
the Restaurant beginning at 6 pm. You can have a
group or just come and play. Each group can have
up to eight players. Charm City Gift cards will be
awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.
Reserve your table. Come early, have dinner, a
few drinks, socialize, and have fun. We look
forward to seeing everyone.
CARDS FOR ALL AGES
Join in the fun making cards June 4 from 2 to 4 pm in the
Clubhouse Craft Room. This class is for all levels. If
you’ve never made cards before come try something
new. All card materials to make two cards are provided
for $5. Please bring scissors
and your favorite adhesive.
If you don’t have adhesive,
we do sell it at a very
discounted price of $4.
Photos of June cards are
shown. You must register to
attend, space is limited. If
you do sign up please do
your best to attend. Last
month we had three sign
ups who did not come and
we had a waiting list.
Contact Marianne
Morcone mkegolfer@aol.com, 860-712-9440 or Judy
Ridpath, judy@judyridpath.com 650-678-1174
CREATE A CARD
June 17 at 10 am in the HFC Sports Court. A guest
expert will provide instruction, from beginner to
expert, all supplies and equipment, and three
beautiful cards to take home for $12. No experience
needed. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at
262-497-3272 with questions.
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MIND
SOUL
Simply Healthy
Everything is Connected
MONDAYS
✴ 9 am: Total Body Toning - HFC
✴ 10 am: Chair Barre - HFC
✴ 11 am: Classical Stretch - HFC
✴ 12 pm: Aqua Pump - HFC Pool
✴ 3 pm: Free Virtual Meditation Session via
Zoom: yogawinterhaven@gmail.com
TUESDAYS
✴ 8:30 am: Water Aerobics - Clubhouse Pool
✴ 9 am: Chair Yoga -
Clubhouse Ballroom,
$5, no equipment or
experience needed
✴ 9 am: Dynamic Cardio
Movement - HFC
✴ 11 am: Pilates - HFC Community Center
✴ 4 pm: Aqua Motion - HFC Pool
✴ 8:30 am: Water Aerobics - Clubhouse Pool
✴ 9 am: Instructor's Choice - HFC
✴ 10 am: Aqua Pump - HFC Pool
SATURDAYS
✴ 8:30 am: Water Aerobics - Clubhouse Pool
✴ 10:30 am: Fit Body By Clinton - HFC - $5
SUNDAYS
✴ 10 am: Well-being Is Now (W.I.N.) with
Rea - HFC - $5
WEDNESDAYS
✴ 8:30 am: Water Aerobics - Clubhouse Pool
✴ 8:45 am: Yoga Share - Clubhouse Ballroom
✴ 9 am: Core Conditioning & Strength - HFC
✴ 10 am: Aqua Locomotion - HFC Pool
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THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED IN
THE SIMPLY HEALTHY
PLANT-POWERED LIVING FOR A
HEALTHIER YOU ON MAY 18 AT THE
EAGLES NEST!
THURSDAYS
✴ 8:30 am: Water Aerobics - Clubhouse Pool
✴ 9 am: Dynamic Cardio Movement - HFC
✴ 10 am: Pilates - HFC
✴ 11 am: Classical Stretch - HFC
✴ 4 pm: Aqua Motion - HFC Pool
FRIDAYS
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LALGA
By Beverly Hines
June is the gateway to summer and happy times golfing with our
“stay at home” friends in our little slice of paradise. Wishing our snowbird friends a happy
summer at their “home away from home” as well. The change of LALGA board officers
began June 1 and will go through May 31, 2026. President – Margie Dersham, VP -Deborah
Giannattasio, Secretary – Sandra Lancaster, and Treasurer – Kathy Reed. Thank you for your
willingness to provide leadership for the league.The LALGA summer tournament will be held
on July 7th & 8th. Sign up is in the Pro Shop only (no online sign up). Deadline for sign up is
June 24th. Teams will be randomly paired. The theme is Viva Las Vegas so put on your best
casino party attire. The game will be a be a special shamble/scramble. Lunch will be on the
second day in the Eagles Nest. As the summer months heat up, LALGA members will have the option of playing
nine holes on League Days June through September. By doing so they will not be paying the $3 entry fee and will
not be participating in the game or payout but certainly can join us during the hot summer months. Just sign up in
the Pro Shop or online for playing nine holes. Congratulations to Lynne Abbott on her Eagle on Hole #7 East, April
29, 2025. Next month we will announce our Red Hoagland Challenge winners - those who have won the most prize
money during the year (June 2024- May 2025).
THE BLUE MAN MURRAY ZACHARIA
2025 MEMBER- MEMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT
On April 16, 2025, the Blue Man Group hosted the annual Murray
Zacharia Member-Member Tournament. Murray's son Seth and his
golfing partner, Greg Harvath joined in. The one day competition was
intense, which resulted in several ties resolved by USGA - Florida
formula. Winners were Clive Greeff and Kevin Cravens - LOW GROSS
and Clarence Bristow and John Pitman - LOW NET. Each team was
memorialized on the Zacharia plaque which is located in the LA Pro
Shop. After the competition, we were honored to be joined by Linda
Zacharia, Murray's wife, who assisted in presentation to the winners.
Thanks to PGA professional Ian Peterson as well as Sandra and Jackie
of the Eagles Nest who arranged lunch.
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By David Kubissa
May kicked off with a salute to Cinco de Mayo
involving a pick-your-partner competition and taco
luncheon, one of many golf-and-lunch events this
year. The next one will be July 9 – a “Sweat and
Swing” pick-your-foursome game to include a hot
dog bar afterwards.
The top gross winners of the May 7 Cinco de Mayo
game were: Flight 1: Dan Baun and Rolly Geyer.
Flight 2: Tom Schoendorf and Terry Guinn. Flight 3:
Paul Fichtman and Matt Kosek. The Black / Gold
division winner for individual quota points was
Charlie Mutz.
For those LAMGA members who will be away this
summer, there’s another golf-and-lunch game you
won’t want to miss on September 17, called “Fall
Opener.” A pick-your-partner event with a
shepherd’s pie lunch.
Signups for both games will be posted on the
LAMGA bulletin one week before the golf-lunch
events. For the full lineup of games in the next
three months, go to the LAMGA web page on
LakeAshtonLiving.com.
Update on Red Hoagland Challenge: Here are the
standings through the end of April. 1. Pat O'Neil,
$86.25; 2. Denis Mulhearn, $76.25; 3. Norm
Stebbins, $75.70; 4. Jim Salb, $72.90. The top four
players for the Hoagland Challenge season, ending
Oct. 31, will earn golf shop credits, courtesy of Red
Hoagland Hyundai.
Sponsor salute: The following remodeling and home
improvement businesses have sponsored LAMGA
this year: AIS Showers Doors, Inc.; AD Baynard
Plumbing; Central Door Company; Flooring of Lake
Hamilton; Hawkins Repair (HHR); Sun Protection of
Florida; WCM Construction and Roofing; Window
Concepts by Annalisa. The LAMGA board
encourages Lake Ashton residents to consider these
businesses when shopping for home services. For a
full list of LAMGA’s 2025 sponsors, visit the LAMGA
web page on http://www.LakeAshtonLiving.com.
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LA NINERS
By Sandy Hockenberry
June is the time of
year when we say
farewell to some of
our fellow Niners who
go north for the
summer. The summer’s
heat will soon be upon
us so get your plan in
place to stay hydrated
and protected from
the sun’s harmful UV
radiation. Fluids with
electrolytes and
sunscreen are going to
be two of our best
defenses now until
mid-autumn.
Pictured: A recent Lunch with Friends celebrated at
Charm City. Photos courtesy of MaryLou Jameson.
June’s games include:
June 3: Step-Aside Scramble – All players drive,
best drive is selected, the player with the best drive
“steps aside” and does not hit the next shot,
process is repeated until the ball is holed. Lunch
with Friends follows. (team game)
June 10: Throw Out One – Throw out the worst
hole. Low gross/low net scores win (individual
game)
June 17: 2 Putt (Max) – Record no more than two
putts on each hole (individual game)
June 24: 5 Clubs – Player plays with only 5 clubs the
entire round. Low net score wins, this game does
not qualify for GHIN. (individual game)
Blue Man/Niners will host an 18 hole Par 3 Scramble
on July 1, followed by a luncheon at the Eagles
Nest. Please sign up at the Pro Shop.
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BLOCK PARTY
& Celebration
Raffles - Dancing - Music - Games - and More!
Saturday, June 21 from 1 - 4 pm
Clubhouse Parking Lot
Bring a lawn chair, friends and loved ones, funds
for food and drinks from Charm City & local
vendors, and a spirit of joy and celebration.
Honor history, celebrate freedom, strengthen our community, and uplift
one another through inspiration and joy! See p. 26 for more info.
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