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Ever Honor 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 ׉ 7cassandra://XwJ3WXVOzSpXTwBp3E77LGoeVzG3VLPKKT1HlOPLLpc'`hm݋/Kj=hm݋/Kj<4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://51Wjad18hlDE_4KTfkHvNIqLEz2qJtULckrwUdst2G4K`׉ 7cassandra://_zux1oNvbAKZuPhnxoQWZCL-vhCn4NTql0tGajuWmHg~[`u׉ 7cassandra://ygClN_TVG9bt_njjYYl3rVgrWdLfexTOiv9C-WCqQFg.z`hmދ/KjrטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://PXrQMkzp6tKe80AtbTT6IIUot6JGzWyje0XOOHqKnSs{`׉ 7cassandra://FHCc6_yBdwOqokiLlF2DrWylPWlMoptY1jgHEYzvqto͓3`u׉ 7cassandra://3LMmQJ8J2YvwiemZgUCe4AWYpLNXDQHPNw82jfXmIZ0'`hmދ/Kjsנhmދ/Kjp9ׁHmailto:kshipley@empowerme.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj0̿9ׁHmailto:charmcityfl@gmail.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj9ׁH&mailto:jsullivan@lakeashtonstorage.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj9ׁH mailto:sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kjj9ׁH!mailto:ipeterson@lakeashtongc.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/KjC̠9ׁHhttp://lakeashtonhoa.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj*9ׁH"mailto:directors@lakeashtonhoa.orgׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kjہ9ׁH"mailto:lcrespin@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kjx9ׁHmailto:kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj~9ׁH"mailto:kvankirk@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj}{9ׁH mailto:mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj|{9ׁHmailto:clane@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kj{{7!9ׁH"mailto:smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kjz{ځ9ׁHmailto:cwells@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/Kjyg9ׁH mailto:valerie@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/KjxX<9ׁH mailto:valerie@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmދ/KjwX̰9ׁHmailto:cwells@lakeashtoncdd.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EYOUR ON-SITE REAL ESTATE OFFICE NO CANCELLATION FEES for Listing Contracts HOME WARRANTY for your New Buyer - up to $650 MOVE-OUT CLEANING 863-318-9542 Terri, Lori R. Lori T & Sarah Lake Ashton Realty 4140 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 www.LakeAshtonRealty.com ׉ 7cassandra://ygClN_TVG9bt_njjYYl3rVgrWdLfexTOiv9C-WCqQFg.z`hm݋/Kj>׉E NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES June Issue Deadline: May 14 • 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. MAY 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 ׉ 7cassandra://3LMmQJ8J2YvwiemZgUCe4AWYpLNXDQHPNw82jfXmIZ0'`hm݋/Kj?hm݋/Kj>4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://Ud9rgebwNW-Ta96m3o8R9istAytrWOcfRmWckdwx7pwb`׉ 7cassandra://wsojfWAwiiaOb_UaEI6ltq0cisFYz9fjVoWd7sU6h1Ḿ.`u׉ 7cassandra://uau9UKJIaycb5aaz64v0qITxfcI6dK6uyMPbEc6hwTo&`hmދ/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://lR63JU4oYkqtWc1J_crDL1Cg7EQY0xm_P_XleCULV6Q`׉ 7cassandra://A5pNob-7lJg4FDYVmL9e5rWXJhCr7zNNKXviswEbKvM͘`u׉ 7cassandra://NINclkdcI593g9zvpR1XK-dW-Kd4Zj4FXfGNtOtZ8kY2L`hmދ/Kj׉EMONDAY 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. MAY 5 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: Angels Care Center/ Project Love • Featured Vendors: AdventHealth , Christine Graves Insurance, Edward Jones - Matt Simpson, Freedom Boat Tours MAY 12 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - LACDD MEETING AND JOINT CDD MEETING • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County MAY 19 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non-perishable food donations for the Lake Wales Care Center • Featured Speaker: Visit Central Florida • Featured Vendors: Iceberg Home Services, Tessier Law Firm, ComForCare MAY 26 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - MEMORIAL DAY KNIFE & SCISSORS SHARPENING The Lake Ashton Woodworkers continue to sharpen knives and scissors as a fundraiser. Contact Fred or Shelba Powell if you are in need of their services at 863-280-6546. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 24 MOVIES 26 EVENTS 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 40 GOLF 44 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, May 12 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom Joint Meeting with LAIICDD to follow at 11 am in the Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, May 16 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 ׉ 7cassandra://uau9UKJIaycb5aaz64v0qITxfcI6dK6uyMPbEc6hwTo&`hm݋/Kj@׉EFi rst Cl ass Home Ser v i ce, we j us t happen to be Great E l ec t r i c i ans ! 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Polk County library card holders can check out and return books, movies, & more! SEASONAL RESIDENTS AND SUMMER TRAVELERS If you will be away for the summer, please stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to sign up and pay for a seasonal subscription ($6 monthly; $10 monthly international). The newsletter is also published electronically on lakeashtoncdd.com and sent out via email blasts weekly. There is also a Summer Checklist in the Clubhouse Media Center to assist in making sure everything is taken care of before departure. SHREDDING EVENT By Denise Tessier To all of the Lake Ashton friends and neighbors who donated to the Alzheimer’s Walk as part of our shredding event: because of your generosity, we were able to send a donation for an AMAZING $800 to this fabulous charity! On behalf of our Tessier Trotters ALZ Walk Team, THANK YOU! HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger As the time for donations ended on April 10, I was truly astounded at the totals. As Dr. Caba asked, you all are truly WARRIORS! The total donations of money totaled $19,529! This was with the help of some great organizations. The Italian Club ($400) and Shuffling Squares ($750). The total also included 10 gift cards totaling $285. Six bags of domestic items were collected along with 60 blankets from BOLLA. A total of 64 residents participated. Vickie Griffith, the head of this worthy cause, expresses here sincere thanks in this cause. As one graduate expressed to her, with a hug,"You have no idea what this help means to my life and spirit." MEMORIAL DAY CLOSINGS AND TRASH PICKUP The Clubhouse and HFC offices will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal operating hours will resume on Tuesday, May 27. Trash and recycling pickup for Winter Haven will be Tuesday, May 27 and Lake Wales will be on Saturday, May 31. 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See page 27 for information on a special Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony hosted by Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA) and other ways to support our Military and Veterans. The 2nd Annual Summer Concert Series kicks off in May. You don't want to miss this series of concerts and events at Lake Ashton. There are a total of 10 scheduled events between the Clubhouse and HFC. Come to one, come to all! Tickets are $10-$15 for each show. That is an unbeatable deal! See back cover for more details. In April, volunteers were recognized for all of their work throughout the year with an event hosted at the Health and Fitness Center. Thank you to all the sponsors that donated to ensure this event was a success! Art's Golf Cars, Florida Pest Control, Horizon Wealth Planning, Miller's Central Air, Operation Paint, Pool & Patio, Snowbird Heating and Cooling, WCM Construction and Roofing, and Water's Edge of Lake Wales. LACDD Supervisors and Staff wish those leaving Lake Ashton for the Summer safe travels. Residents staying at Lake Ashton for the summer should plan to attend the Hurricane Preparation Program with staff from Polk County Fire Rescue providing resources for the severe weather season. This will be part of Monday Coffee June 2 at 9 a.m. in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Supervisors met on April 14 and approved several projects to take place over the next several months. A wrap up report was sent out on April 21, via email. A not to exceed amount of $7,650 was approved to repair two sections of concrete pathways on hole number 10 on the East Golf Course. This also includes some erosion control along a pond bank on hole number 12 on the East Golf Course. A not to exceed amount of $20,292 was approved to conduct erosion control along a pond bank on hole number 4 on the East Golf Course. A quote was approved for $150,178.15 to repave Turnberry Lane from the intersection of Berwick Drive to the intersection of Waterford Drive. A not to exceed amount of $39,471.50 was approved to install CIPP liners on 5 pipes crossing Turnberry Lane in addition to spot repairing an adjacent pipe with a mechanical sleeve. 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 The Fiscal Year 2026 (October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026) was discussed. Two budgets will be presented at the Board of Supervisors meeting May 12. One will show what the budget would look like with a $100 increase to assessments. One will show what the budget would look like with no increase to assessments. There will be a Joint CDD Meeting following the LACDD meeting. All residents are encouraged to attend. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for meeting information including minutes of past Board meetings, agendas, and the preliminary budget that was included in the April agenda packet. ׉ 7cassandra://gV7QUvTMiWtX1wA6nsvc28b4mf5AH0f4NlsDWOj_vFQ.n`hm݋/KjD׉E9 ׉ 7cassandra://KsWHPzkD3WsdEeuJhg0W-8PK0iOHiieoFvRUPw3AGus-`hm݋/KjEhm݋/KjD4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://QKlb8K2juMnrrmndMk13cGX5_b8oSoBI1uG5rx2zTCw`׉ 7cassandra://7KPagk1gIC4qxzQ5k8lDyV_yxKkI-fmBiZCGcE0i0KkͥW`u׉ 7cassandra://qHM9jD5q1qmYy3HEjpWQS_oBH86DjVzDWv9QTSA4jok-`hmߋ/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://T_kGtVy_r_sQwEe1bhL3GrFWOvVSlfVlZ-cJg97GMfA `׉ 7cassandra://PTSL7DNMaSmMOJwcHRzoXEmdzoOoiFWzgTDHJAyC4X0{`u׉ 7cassandra://TzSXf1XaVMrHJQEV5PK3MX5hNxjSL0__hK3eMIbHdyU(`hmߋ/Kjנhmߋ/Kj̲X9ׁHmailto:raull@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmߋ/Kj99ׁHmailto:dhill@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmߋ/Kj9h9ׁH!mailto:bmartin@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmߋ/Kj̰9ׁH"mailto:bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Јנhmߋ/Kj̰^̝9ׁHmailto:mecsicsj@msn.comׁ ׁ Јנhmߋ/Kj̒.9ׁH"mailto:kvankirk@lakeashton2cdd.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 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 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 Many of you have already noticed many changes occurring at the Health and Fitness Center. The HFC has two new employees. Steve Brennan will be working, part-time in the maintenance department while Rebekah Spangler is our newest certified fitness instructor teaching Pilates among other health-related fitness classes. If you see these two new employees stop by and introduce yourself. May means the school year is winding down and spring is in full bloom. May has something for everyone. May Day is an ancient spring festival celebrated in many countries around the world, often with flowers festivals, parades and dancing around the May pole. Although the HFC doesn’t have a May pole to dance around, there are plenty of dances to attend during the month of May, starting out with a Fiesta on May 2nd featuring Lake Ashton’s house band, Perfect Pitch. Want to celebrate Cinco De Mayo, why not drop by the HFC to learn how to do the Salsa during the Lake Ashton Dance Class on May 5 at 4:00 pm. May 9 features Speed Limit 70 playing some of your favorite 70’s tunes, and on Mother’s Day, Square Dancing takes place in the Community Center. We wish all a safe Memorial Day holiday, and although the HFC office is closed on May 26, the building is always open for the residents. This is a friendly reminder that the HFC is issuing new Golf Cart Stickers. All golf carts in Lake Ashton must be registered for accountability, safety and identification; thereby replacing Lake Ashton's existing golf cart stickers. Residents are asked to bring either their Lake Ashton ID or a Florida driver’s license with their Lake Ashton address when they come in to get their new golf cart stickers at the HFC, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. The HFC is once again participating in the Summer ‘Music’ series featuring five different bands over a fivemonth period. These dances are pay at the door with no pre-purchase, and if you wish to reserve a table ($10), you may do so the month before the dance takes place. There are also three special events starting in June with the Bob Seger Experience, so be sure to watch for email flyers with all the details or stop by the HFC Activities Desk for more information. We wish all our snowbird residents who have left Lake Ashton a happy and safe summer and look forward to your return in the fall months. ׉ 7cassandra://qHM9jD5q1qmYy3HEjpWQS_oBH86DjVzDWv9QTSA4jok-`hm݋/KjF׉E׉ 7cassandra://TzSXf1XaVMrHJQEV5PK3MX5hNxjSL0__hK3eMIbHdyU(`hm݋/KjGhm݋/KjF4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://U44Q41cqOcI3U9MC19YDrQdWiZi4p3Glszmfa9OlSAUQ"`׉ 7cassandra://DhImvjT1qj5PAY_3751F47gGx-QRZaEbRRn91AHpoAQʹe`u׉ 7cassandra://Zf434TxXRp4HufR2u75Yefv9q2hJIj4X1-Rv7RYCxCE0`hmߋ/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://z3DUNo-wJ77EoG1VmI_-fQVsjf5bYgjazIvE4bNdEqg9`׉ 7cassandra://GbF55hEmeZA1WHxevpeLTpJKWfUtJEXga4Z43BAHInAx`u׉ 7cassandra://76GyCk66Ccipc03TzinJqluElb7tBiAlrVOp-YAEkKw,`hmߋ/Kj׉E ENTRANCE GATE REMINDERS Please use caution when entering and exiting the community via the Thompson Nursery Road and CR 653 entrances. The entry gates are not on a sensor, they close after each vehicle. When entering Lake Ashton via the Thompson Nursery Road gate please stop just before the stop sign and wait until the vehicle in front of you has gone under the gate before proceeding forward. Please ensure the gate is going in the downward direction before proceeding from the stop sign to ensure the reader has read your RFID tag. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you it is possible the reader will not read your tag and start going down before you are able to cross. Waiting just before the stop sign for the car in front to proceed will eliminate the need to back up so the reader can read your tag, causing backups at the gate. In addition there have been many reported cases of tailgating when entering the community. Tailgating increases the risk of gate strikes. If any of the gates are damaged due to negligence on the driver's part, any costs involved with the replacement of the gate arm will be the responsibility of the driver (Approximately $770, currently). When exiting the community, any vehicle close to the height of the overhang should use the right lane to exit the community even if turning left on Thompson Nursery Road. Not doing so puts your vehicle at risk of damage not to mention possible property damage that will be the responsibility of the driver. If unsure if the vehicle is close to the height of the overhang please err on the side of caution and use the right side to exit. AMENITY ACCESS CARDS Residents should not use their Amenity Access Card to let anyone in to any of the locked Amenity doors/ gates. Residents should only use their Amenity Access Card to open the pool gates and should not attempt to open the gate any other way. We need your help! Please ensure doors and pool gates are closed tightly after entering and exiting. If the doors and gates are not locking properly please contact staff. This system is only effective if used properly. An unlocked pool gate could result in the pool being shut down so please help ensure these gates are closed properly at all times. If you need an Amenity Access Card please come to the Clubhouse Office Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 am - 1 pm to have your picture taken and card issued. Please be sure to bring a photo ID. Appointments can be made for anyone not able to come in at those times. GOLF CART STICKERS The HFC began issuing new Golf Cart Stickers. All golf carts must be registered for safety, identification, and accountability, thereby replacing Lake Ashton's existing golf cart stickers. Lake Ashton residents can get their new golf cart stickers at the HFC Monday through Friday between 10am and 3 pm. Please be advised that you will need your Lake Ashton ID or Driver's License with your Lake Ashton address on it. If you have any questions, please call the HFC at 863-595-1562 to talk to Krystle or Louise. ׉ 7cassandra://Zf434TxXRp4HufR2u75Yefv9q2hJIj4X1-Rv7RYCxCE0`hm݋/KjH׉E׉ 7cassandra://76GyCk66Ccipc03TzinJqluElb7tBiAlrVOp-YAEkKw,`hm݋/KjIhm݋/KjH4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://dAgrzPqhS-JoEIM7kKgoFedQnmTpKZlonFYkggE7pn0i`׉ 7cassandra://aoTj6kU3DxxD7Uyj-3Z3pN9liKvoXAKx_J8QUnuKi2wͼ`u׉ 7cassandra://f_hz6LDTfSSb3Y2pZvy_HwFXE0dyShTTWCJnvftf1qQ0`hm/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://oeG-XcYna1Kl9xcupPUHYwoAq_fGqRRqUB2Sp3PaEd8]`׉ 7cassandra://5M93K3kgwmOivCuUiJyn98YcKBaorPAW-H0yxXShfWgͲ`u׉ 7cassandra://t-NAb4afvuccAEc7O0alqr1tMWSn-lrK8G2u0nBLtlA3l`hm/Kjנhm/Kjm9ׁH#http://WWW.BROCKSWINDOWCLEANING.COMׁ ׁ Ј׉EJOINT AMENI TY 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. III. AUTHORIZED USERS Only Patrons and Guests are authorized to use the Amenity Facilities (each such “Users”), as further provided within these Policies and below; provided, however, certain events may be available to the general public where permitted by the Districts and subject to payment of any applicable fees and satisfaction of any other applicable requirements. Specifically, Users are subject to the following: RESIDENTS: Residents, upon producing proper identification, can access and use all Amenity Facilities within the Districts. They are entitled to twelve (12) guest registrations per year, up to four (4) guests at a time, unless other arrangements have been made with an Amenity Manager. RENTERS/LEASEHOLDERS: Individuals who rent or lease a residential unit in the Districts for a period of at least ninety (90) consecutive days may be designated by the Owner of the residential unit as the beneficial Users of the Owner’s membership privileges for purposes of Amenity Facilities use. The Renter/Leaseholder may be required to acquire a membership with respect to the residence which is being rented or leased, as well as purchase an ID card in order to be entitled to use the Amenity Facilities. A Renter/Leaseholder who is designated as the beneficial User of the Resident’s membership shall be entitled to the same rights and privileges to use the Amenity Facilities as the Resident. During the period when a Renter/Leaseholder is designated as the beneficial User of the membership, the Resident shall not be entitled to use the Amenity Facilities with respect to that membership. Owners and Non-Resident Members shall be responsible for all property damage charges incurred by themselves or their Guests/Renters/ Leaseholders which remain unpaid after 60 days, following the customary billing and collection procedure established by the Districts. Owners and Non-Resident Members are responsible for the deportment of their respective Guests/Renters/ Leaseholders. NON-RESIDENT MEMBERS: Non-Residents may pay an Annual User Fee and have access to all Amenity Facilities. As previously set by each District, both District’s Annual User Fee for any NonResident is outlined in Exhibit A and is split evenly amongst LA CDD and LAII CDD, as permitted by law. This payment must be paid-in-full at the time of completion of the Non-Resident Member application and the corresponding agreement. This fee will cover membership to all Amenity Facilities for the current fiscal year from the date of receipt of payment by either District. Each subsequent annual membership fee shall be paid-in-full by October 1. There is no proration of fees. Each District retains the authority to establish its own Annual User Fee; however, at this time it is the intent of both Districts to set both Annual User Fees at the same level. The Annual User Fee may be increased, not more than once per year, by actions of the respective Boards, to reflect increased costs of operation of the Amenity Facilities. This membership is not available for commercial purposes and is non-transferable. GUESTS: All Guests, regardless of age, must register with the office of the Amenity Manager and sign a waiver of liability prior to using the Amenity Facilities. The Patron inviting the Guest must be present upon registration, unless other arrangements have been made with the Amenity Manager’s office. ׉ 7cassandra://f_hz6LDTfSSb3Y2pZvy_HwFXE0dyShTTWCJnvftf1qQ0`hm݋/KjJ׉EdA Guest is limited to 12 Guest Registrations per year. Guest passes may be issued for a maximum of fifteen (15) consecutive days as correlated with the guest’s length of stay and may only be extended once for a maximum of thirty (30) total consecutive days. A guest cannot be registered for more than sixty (60) total days in a 365-day period. A Guest’s ability to be registered may be reviewed by an Amenity Manager if exceeding the standards listed above. All Guests under eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied at all times while using the Amenity Facilities by a parent, guardian, or adult Patron over twenty-one (21) years of age. Patrons are responsible for ensuring that their Guests adhere to the Policies set forth herein and any and all actions taken by said Guest. Violation by a Guest of any of these Policies as set forth by the Districts could result in loss of that Patron’s privileges and membership as set forth in Section VI –Suspension and Termination of Privileges. VISITOR MANAGEMENT RESIDENT PORTAL Registration for the TekWave Visitor Management Resident Portal is now active. This portal allows residents to manage their guests and resident profile. Residents can register guests ahead of time to enter the gate, send them a QR code to enter the community, and sign up to receive notifications of guest arrivals at the gate, and more. It is not a requirement to pre-register your guests to enter the community — this is just a tool available to use. Guests will still need to be registered at the Clubhouse or HFC if using the amenities. A representative from Securitas will be in the Clubhouse Ballroom every Tuesday in May from 10 am - 1 pm to assist residents with signing up for this Portal. Please stop by if you have questions about the system, need help getting signed up, or need help with how to use the Portal. 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LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The ruby throated hummingbird is a gem flying on wings and a year-round resident in Lake Ashton. The male sports the iridescent ruby-red gorget. The hummingbird family, found only in the Americas, includes the smallest birds in the world. Their iridescent colors shine brilliantly depending on the light. These highlyterritorial acrobats fly up, down, backwards, sideways and hover in one spot on wing beats as fast as up to 80 times per second. What's the best way to attract them? Hummingbird feeders are a lot of work to keep clean and safe for the birds. Those who use feeders should not use dye since it may harm the birds. Instead, a red ribbon tied to the feeder can get their attention. Landscaping with a small tree surrounded by Firebush or Firecracker is the safest and most effective way to provide perches and the highenergy nectar they need and love. Keep your eyes open — they are really fast! LA (LW) HOA & ARC 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 The Lake Ashton Compliance and Architectural Review Committees hold regular office hours on the third Wednesday of each month at 3:30 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. This is a great opportunity for residents to come and discuss any questions or concerns you might have related to ARC requests or Compliance issues. Whether you have general questions or simply want to meet our teams, we are here to help. Both Committees are in need of additional members. Please consider volunteering to assist your community and fellow residents. ARC: ARC@LakeAshtonHOA.org Compliance Committee: compliance@LakeAshtonHOA.org PROTECT LAKE ASHTON’ S PONDS Summer is on its way, which means scorching days with lots of sunlight. Algae development occurs most frequently during the summer months, when rainfall and pond water temperatures rise. There are numerous ways residents may help keep Lake Ashton's Ponds attractive right now. • Avoid overfertilization and careless application. • Remove pet waste from your yard. • Ensure that landscape providers mow lawns with the chute pointing away from the pond bank. These actions will help to reduce nutrient runoff from summer rainfall. When the nutrients in the water get too high, the chance of an algae bloom increases. If an algae bloom occurs in a Lake Ashton CDD pond, the CDD contracts with an aquatics provider to treat the algae biweekly. Email Matt Fisher with any questions or concerns at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. PLEASE REMEMBER TO CLOSE UMBRELLAS AT THE POOL & PET PLAY PARKS ! 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Meet in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 8:30 am to pick up trash bags, gloves, safety vests and trash grabbers. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt and Bok Tower ticket each calendar year. Please sign up online or with Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699 or Sandelly7@gmail.com. Thank you for helping to keep our community beautiful! LA II (WH) HOA NEWS By Connie Strassberg, Treasurer "It's May! It's May! The lusty month of May!" Let's not let everything go blissfully astray. Time to check your landscaping, mulch, paint, and roof. Its 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's two flyer slots at the top of the flyer board at the Health and Fitness Center (HFC) currently contain "Email Contact Authorization Forms" and "Age Verification Forms". To get email notifications from LA2 HOA, you must submit a completed Email Authorization Form to our management company, Stambaugh 863-324-5100. Pick up a copy of the authorization form from our flyer slot; fill out the requested information; either mail the form back to Stambaugh or simply put it into the White HOA mailbox at the HFC. Age Verification of our homes' occupants is required by state law to be completed every two years. Every home in Lake Ashton West, will soon receive a copy of the Age Verification form and instructions from our management company, Stambaugh. You can also pick up a copy of the form from our flyer slot. Please fill this form out according to the directions and return it to Stambaugh as quickly as possible. We do not want to risk losing our 55+ designation. If you are a snowbird please take care of this before leaving Lake Ashton. You can mail the form or put it into the White HOA mailbox at the HFC. LA2 HOA's website is https://stambaugh.cincwebaxis.com. To have access to announcements, posted documents, our directory, our calendar, and more, please sign up. First time users: In the upper right hand corner of the page, you will find the button marked "REGISTER". 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 for May 20. The agenda along with the time of the meeting will be emailed to all who are signed up to receive emails. ARC meetings are the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 1 pm at the HFC (please check at the front desk for the location). ARC Tracker: arctracker.com; area: Lake Ashton 2 To contact the ARC, follow instructions in the ARC Tracker. LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • President Bill Testa, PresidentLA2HOA@gmail.com Lifetime Limited Warranty Guaranteed Low Pricing 12 Months No Interest1 Free No-obligation In-home Quotes 863-400-5082 • WindowWorldPolkCounty.com 101 Industrial Blvd. West, Winter Haven, FL This Window World® franchise is independently owned and operated by Window World of Polk County Inc. d/b/a Window World of Lakeland under license from Window World Inc. Fully licensed & insured. License No. CBC1257854 Previous sales are excluded and offers cannot be combined. Minimum 10% down required when ordering. ¹No interest if paid in full within 12 months with regular monthly payments. Bank approval needed. Must qualify. 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(Courtesy of Law Enforcement) • Make your home look occupied. • Lock all outside doors and windows before you leave the house or go to bed. • Leave lights on when you go out. • Keep your garage door closed and locked. • Don't allow daily deliveries of mail, newspapers or flyers build up while you are away. • Arrange the USPS to hold your mail, or for a friend/ neighbor to help. • Pushbutton locks are easy for burglars to open. Install deadbolt locks. • Sliding glass doors are vulnerable. Special locks are available for better security. • Never leave keys under doormats, flowerpots, mailboxes or other "secret" hiding places -- burglars know where to look. • Give out any keys and alarm codes to very few! • Lock your doors and windows when leaving home. Most residential burglaries occur during the daytime. • Use an Alarm System. With all the new growth surrounding our homes, programs allowing non residents in (storage, bingo, restaurant, etc.) and summer trips away beginning, and simple common sense being careful is a good thing. Always better safe than sorry! WILDLIFE ALERT - WATCH FOR ALL IGATORS Alligator mating season typically occurs between May and June. Residents may notice male gators lifting their tails high and slapping the water with their jaws to create vibrations throughout the water during mating season. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds residents to be cautious when having fun in and around water. The FWC recommends keeping pets away from the water. FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 866.FWC.GATOR (392-4286). They will give you a reference number that will need to be provided to staff at the Clubhouse if the alligator is in a body of water in Lake Wales or to staff at the HFC if in a body of water in Winter Haven. Remember, nuisance alligators are killed, not relocated. Visit http://www.MyFWC.com/ Gators for more information. 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 near water. • Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn. • Dogs and cats are similar in size to the natural prey of alligators. Don’t allow pets to swim, exercise or drink in or near waters that may contain alligators. Dogs often attract an alligator’s interest. • 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. • Dispose of fish scraps in garbage cans at boat ramps and fish camps. Do not throw them into the water. Although you are not intentionally feeding alligators when you do this, the result can be the same. SANDHI LL CRANE SAFETY It’s that time of year again when sandhill crane colts are seen traveling with their parents. Florida is one of the few places in the world sandhill cranes can be found year-round. The year-round residents are the nonmigratory Florida sandhill cranes, which typically roam in pairs or small family groups. There are now fewer than 5,000 Florida sandhill cranes across the state and they are listed as a state-designated threatened species. Please drive safely throughout Lake Ashton and remember that it is illegal to feed these birds. This includes accidental feeding, such as when bird seed is spilled from bird feeders onto the ground below. ׉ 7cassandra://RiDQsZky6UA2lKVKcnec9215bPZKVTm92-MqZWQ6cKA4`hm݋/KjP׉EBrad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Everything Went Smoothly and Exceeded Expectations Brad answered all my questions promptly and professionally. The listing narrative was very important in the sale of my home. As a result, my home sold the day after it was listed which exceeded my expectations and shortened the time for closing and the time for moving to my new home. All this happened in a slow home market! Thank you, Brad for your excellent work. Larry Cunningham – 23 February 2025 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. 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MAY 20 — 22 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM I’LL BE RIGHT THERE 2024 | PG-13 | 1H 37MIN (Language | Some Sexual References | Thematic Content) Wanda (Edie Falco) has her hands full: her 8-month pregnant daughter wants a wedding which her ex-husband is flaking on paying for, her mother thinks she's dying, her wayward son is either going into rehab or the army, her long-time boyfriend doesn't excite her, but her new girlfriend doesn't either, and she barely has time for herself, not that she would know what to do with it anyway. MAY 27 — 29 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE ROOM NEXT DOOR 2024 | PG-13 | 1H 47MIN (Strong Language | Some Sexual References | Thematic Content) Ingrid (Julianne Moore) and Martha Sally & Ear l Schle y 863-308-295 0 | earl.schley@cruiseplanners.co m www.SandEtravelplanners.co m sally.schley@cruiseplanners.co m (Tilda Swinton) were close friends in their youth, when they worked together at the same magazine. 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MAY 9 AT 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM JANET PLANET 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 53MIN In rural Western Massachusetts, 11year-old Lacy spends the summer of 1991 at home, enthralled by her own imagination and the attention of her mother, Janet. As the months pass, three visitors enter their orbit, all captivated by Janet. MAY 16 AT 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM WICKED - BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! 2024 | PG | 2H 40MIN The untold story of the witches of Oz. Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, has yet to discover her true power. Galinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. MAY 23 AT 11 AM & 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) SAVING PRIVATE RYAN 1998 | R | 2H 43MIN Captain John Miller (Tom Hanks) takes his men behind enemy lines to find Private James Ryan, whose three brothers have been killed in combat. Surrounded by the brutal realties of war, while searching for Ryan, each man embarks upon a personal journey and discovers their own strength to triumph over an uncertain future with honor, decency and courage. MAY 30 AT 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM WAR HORSE 2011 | PG-13 | 2H 26MIN Albert (Jeremy Irvine) and his beloved horse, Joey, live on a farm in the British countryside. At the outbreak of World War I, Albert and Joey are forcibly parted when Albert's father sells the horse to the British cavalry. Against the backdrop of the Great War, Joey begins an odyssey full of danger, joy and sorrow, and he transforms everyone he meets along the way. Meanwhile Albert, unable to forget his equine friend, searches the battlefields of France to find Joey and bring him home. ׉ 7cassandra://kFlsUk2Bje5LbigFG0Pzy7f0btPP2YnARh0y7V4FOCA1`hm݋/KjUhm݋/KjT4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://4AlPYk3ek0EG_bVC5--pHkvV5QwCkw8VV5c7OCfomI4/`׉ 7cassandra://omS-cZVPwBwoEXYaf582HXhiCWb8xSN1f76AfNp68XcͰ`u׉ 7cassandra://aGq5cvxduuB7m110s4AcWZeyueEu7f1u6FifLBKzodU4(`hm/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://iLEOtO-qA1MmsISQc56n2b7DlYXx-Cl9H2nkHnX7x6ko`׉ 7cassandra://hLCMG7WCiiRXxtx-iudpOq69Q-0PwvXn9dImfq-w6Zwͅ`u׉ 7cassandra://v_J8SDywm__iabPHFgoRlZRtI-CwEp-H5BPiW1QpOA4' `hm/Kj׉EEVENTS PEBBLES & PINES FUNDRAISER DANCE By Jill Groves The Pebbles & Pines Social Club is sponsoring a Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser Dance at the HFC on May 3 from 7 to 10 pm. The social hour will be from 7 to 8 pm and DJ Itsy will be spinnin’ the tunes from 8 to 10 pm. The cost is $10 per person at the door. Table reservations may be made in advance for $10 at the HFC. Bring your favorite snacks and beverages and a non-perishable food item or make a cash donation to the Lake Wales Care Center. Invite your friends and neighbors for an evening of fun while supporting a charitable cause. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Lake Wales Care Center. LA CRUISE-IN CAR SHOW One could not have asked for a more perfect day! The weather was beautiful, the food from Charm City was delicious, and the music from The Dukes fit the mood just right. Another big thank you goes to our sponsors, AdventHealth, Iceberg Home Services, Diversity Health, and Performance Golf Carts. Congratulations to Ralph Marino, winning Best Modern with his 2007 Corvette (left), Blevins Hensley, winning Best Classic with his 1957 Ford Thunderbird (middle), and Linda Allen, winning Crowd Favorite with her 1956 Ford Thunderbird (right). Mark your calendars for next year's show on March 22! BOLLA’S TRASH TO TREASURE SALE By Diane Dillon The members of Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton would like to thank everyone at Lake Ashton for their incredible generosity in donating thousands of items for others to enjoy at our recent Trash to Treasure fundraiser. Well over 100 BOLLA members and Lake Ashton residents volunteered their time to create a truly wonderful event. Due to their efforts, BOLLA was able to raise enough money to create well over 2,000 blankets in the next two years for the children of Polk County. A special thank you to Christine and the Clubhouse Staff for all their assistance in planning and executing Trash to Treasure. We could not have asked for more. We would also like to thank the members of CERT for directing visitors and helping with parking during the public portion of the sale. A big THANK YOU to anyone who volunteered, donated, or shopped at Trash to Treasure 2025! Our next Trash to Treasure will be in 2027. ׉ 7cassandra://aGq5cvxduuB7m110s4AcWZeyueEu7f1u6FifLBKzodU4(`hm݋/KjV׉E National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM) is celebrated every May and is a declaration that encourages U.S. citizens to observe the month in a symbol of unity. May is characterized by six national observances highlighting the contributions of those who have served. MAY 1: LOYALTY DAY & SILVER STAR SERVICE BANNER DAY MAY 4 —10: PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK MAY 8: VICTORY IN EUROPE DAY AKA V-E DAY OR VE DAY MAY 9: MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY MAY 17: ARMED FORCES DAY MAY 26: MEMORIAL DAY WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR MILITARY & VETERANS ★ Display the American Flag at your home ★ Send a care package to a soldier ★ Encourage elected officials at all levels to recognize our military and veterans ★ See someone in uniform or know a veteran? Thank them for their service or surprise them with a coffee, dessert or drink ★ Donate to a veteran or military charity ★ Reach out to a veteran or military family in need PATRIOTIC BOWS Celebrate your patriotism by purchasing red, white & blue bows from the LAVA Auxiliary to decorate your mailboxes and golf carts. Call Lynne Abbott at 518- 729-0400 or Chris Graves at 863-514-5368 to purchase. 4TH ANNUAL ARMED FORCES DAY GOLF TOURNAMENT The Lake Ashton Veterans Association is sponsoring its fourth annual Armed Forces Day Golf Tournament on 17 MAY. The tournament is open to all Lake Ashton residents and their guests. Please come out in support of our veterans by playing or sponsoring a hole in remembrance of a veteran. Hole sponsorship is only $50. Cost to play is $50 for non-golf club members and $40 for members. The sign-up sheets are on the bulletin Board at the Pro Shop. You can sign up as a team or individual and we will pair you up. When signing up, please indicate the branch of service you will be representing as we have inter-service competition to see who wins the Commander in Chief Award. Each member of the winning service receives a Commanders coin. Your entry fee covers the cost of your round, a goody bag, and lunch. Mulligans and Raffle tickets will be sold at registration. Please come out to support this worthwhile event. See you there. OPERATION SHOW OUR COLORS The weekend of MAY 24 — 25 is “Operation Show Our Colors,” when residents are encouraged to line their property with U.S. Flags. In addition, the LA Veterans Association will line community entrances and the HFC and Clubhouse with flags. Let us all do our best to show our love of this country and our veterans. CEREMONY AT THE VETERANS MEMORIAL Everyone is invited to gather at the Veterans Memorial by the Clubhouse at 9 AM ON MONDAY, MAY 26 for a remembrance ceremony facilitated by the Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA). ׉ 7cassandra://v_J8SDywm__iabPHFgoRlZRtI-CwEp-H5BPiW1QpOA4' `hm݋/KjWhm݋/KjV4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://nnWUmCiw5Six3abc2TsXmHw8hNgDtyPSD55SFkDTRYo`׉ 7cassandra://cajT_VcFiY_smC5AU-iBFFzX5tztyjG5_pvGKMICpnkͫ`u׉ 7cassandra://m8nv-gafdzQD2uBNG8AGNx-WHVTPGCtWuybpFtukw1w2#`hm/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://4cOPeBv9kiOqxxdocLBVP6Wt8-bPE8Y4NMVWWltBTN0D`׉ 7cassandra://XNBFW7T6vkwnoRG3635GrrquzFleezELe6WPhzBlfR4gC`u׉ 7cassandra://cxMgj9wRyM0zqX2yaeb0PW_r1OLCIVI4J_3pXgk6kdY$z`hm/Kjْנhm/Kj܁̪́9ׁHmailto:calposner@aol.comׁ ׁ Јנhm/Kjہf̤9ׁHmailto:riost@earthlink.netׁ ׁ Ј׉ETRI-SERVICE BIRTHDAY BALL By Cal Posner Assembling in Philadelphia, in the midst of a conflict already begun, the Second Continental Congress recognized that a regular military force was necessary if the colonists were to have any hope of standing up to the British Army. On June 14, 1775, Congress adopted the Massachusetts “Minutemen,” that had fought the British at Lexington and Concord, as an American Army and authorized the recruitment of 10 companies of riflemen. Congress then appointed one of their own, George Washington, as Commander-in-Chief of the new Army. On October 13 Congress authorized the founding of the Navy and on November 10 founded the Marine Corps. To honor the founding of our nation’s oldest services, the Lake Ashton Veterans Association is hosting the Tri-service 250th Birthday Ball, June 14 at the Clubhouse. The evening’s theme is “Remembering the Past, Defending the Future” and features dinner by Cam’s Catering, two bottles (red and white) of wine at each table and two pictures (entry and table) and music by DJ Wayne for after dinner dancing. Cost is $55/ person, check only, payable to LAVA. For tickets May 3 - 16 contact Trim at riost@earthlink.net. After that contact Cal at calposner@aol.com. This is the only Triservice event in Polk County and all Lake Ashton residents are welcome to attend. As this is a modified Dining Out, dress is formal: Men-service dress uniform or tuxedo or dark suit. Ladies-you know. Not many organizations get to be 250 years old which makes this Tri-service Military Ball a once-in-a-lifetime event. SAVE THESE DATES! June 21: Juneteenth Celebration Block Party June 30 - July 3: Camp Lake Ashton A big thank you to this year’s Entertainment Series sponsors: Miller’s Central Air, Performance Plus Carts, Cruise Planners - Sally & Earl Schley, The Tessier Law Firm, Comfort Keepers, Brock’s Window Cleaning, Mortellaro Law, Iceberg Home Services, Solar Near Me, Edward Jones: Matt Simpson, and High Tower Roofing. ׉ 7cassandra://m8nv-gafdzQD2uBNG8AGNx-WHVTPGCtWuybpFtukw1w2#`hm݋/KjX׉EADVERTISEMENT 29 ׉ 7cassandra://cxMgj9wRyM0zqX2yaeb0PW_r1OLCIVI4J_3pXgk6kdY$z`hm݋/KjYhm݋/KjX4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://EqY-XQVDMNWVPgwHoT5aH64vV5Bir7-CrKmWkmS-mfI˪`׉ 7cassandra://h19Pbrmmj9nFH74qW-MfoFJ1anwbo2UGyRrN2zTaFsQͨ`u׉ 7cassandra://TIkFEps2BBC2Y82xKdszC9ZuZLWPsWEzOMDXgIHRV5o1`hm/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://cXpojYOC-QM-P0E_rllhrl9tHI-T3whCBtFwv_MsnTge`׉ 7cassandra://WKxQ2n9mAV21xVcIUk-LiSqm6DY9NL1390CM5G7_5LAx6`u׉ 7cassandra://7BVZ4OiCXCoI6wAQzg0FCC6pjKskqdL_Sfi_uIjtNDY&&`hm/Kjޑנhm/Kj9ׁHhttp://www.WeLoveLaw.comׁ ׁ Ј׉ElCLUBS 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. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary is Wednesday, May 21 at 6:30 pm in the Ballroom, close to the stage. The entire month of May is Military Appreciation Month. May was chosen as the MONTH to honor the military because it includes VE Day, which commemorates the end of World War II in Europe, and culminates on Memorial Day. SAVE THE DATE: The 2025 Annual Craft Show is right around the corner — October 25, 2025. 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. THANK YOU to all who purchased raffle tickets for our chocolate Easter Bunny Give Away. This FUNd Raising event raised more than $1000 which will be used to support our Veteran Charities. God Bless Our Military! THE PALMS BLOCK PARTY By Barbara Moul The Palms held their First Annual Block Party on April 8. Over 80 residents came together to enjoy food, fun and friendship. What a wonderful way to strengthen the bonds that make our neighborhood a wonderful place to live! Everyone is already looking forward to next year’s celebration. PING PONG CLUB By Gina Krall The Ping Pong Club held their End of Season In House Tournament in April. Winners pictured below, from left: Mary Morosky, Tony Tapper, Phil Bouman, Jane Carriveau, Earl Saunders, LaNea Pavel. It’s Bow Time! LAVA Auxiliary will be selling Patriotic Bows to honor veterans for $5 at Monday Coffee, both Activities Desks, and the Pro Shop. Show your patriotism and display the bows on mailboxes and golf carts all month. LA BELLES By Karen Kennedy Goodbye Winter! Hello Spring! The LA Belles would like to invite all of the ladies of Lake Ashton to help us celebrate May Flowers. Meet for lunch Wednesday, May 28 at 11:30 am at Harry's Old Place, 3751 Cypress Gardens Road. Sign up online or call Karen at 612-708-4104 or Barbara at 248-670-9037 by May 26. ׉ 7cassandra://TIkFEps2BBC2Y82xKdszC9ZuZLWPsWEzOMDXgIHRV5o1`hm݋/KjZ׉EWe take pride in our ongoing Lake Ashton partnership. It's a privilege to sponsor and participate in community events such as bocce tournaments, cornhole, men’s and women’s golf, and many others. We value being a part of these activities and look forward to many more in the future. If you haven't already, now is the perfect time to take control of your future with comprehensive Estate Planning. Give us a call today to set up your complimentary consultation. 240 E. PARK AVE. 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The May 14 Garden Club meeting will be a field trip to HEART Village. “HEART” stands for Hunger, Education And Resource Training and is a college program at Warner University in Lake Wales. Phillip, the village director, will give us a walking tour and show us their hands-on approach to sustainable agricultural techniques and raising animals in a simulated farm village. The tour will be limited to 20 people with a $5 donation per visitor. Interested people should email Pam at pklawinski@yahoo.com by May 6. Mexican Train Dominoes 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. ׉ 7cassandra://Z4EyE3gQ_Go8OsrI2EORkH7bJbq-wqoFxfbi-7Ri1Ak4"`hm݋/Kj\׉EsCraft Room. We’ll discuss ongoing projects and volunteer needs, especially for watering the garden beds. Keeping our plants thriving takes teamwork, so if you can help, please sign up! See you in the garden! COMMUNITY GARDEN BUZZ By Lynn Davis & Karen Macklemore Exciting things are happening at the Lake Ashton Community Garden! Our new pollinator bed is in full bloom, welcoming bees and butterflies to help pollinate our veggies while adding beauty to the space. Meanwhile, another yard of much-needed dirt has arrived, and thanks to our dedicated volunteers, it’s quickly finding its way to the right spots. At last month’s meeting, Rachel Kane and Dennis Krupinski demonstrated the making of worm tea, showing how these tiny composters enrich our soil with essential nutrients. Looking ahead, join us for our next meeting on May 21 at 1:30 pm in the HFC LA SINGLES CLUB By Carol Corley A fun group of people, Lake Ashton Singles’ Group, gets together every Sunday at 2 pm in the Clubhouse — first Sunday of the month is a meeting and cards, other Sundays are just cards: Five Crown, very easy to learn. After cards, we go to a local restaurant for dinner. You would be most welcome to join. In addition to cards and dinner on Sundays, we have a get-together at 4 p.m. at the Pavilion on the third Thursday of most months. The group also makes plans for occasional lunches out at different restaurants in Polk County. 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It’s a chance to perform a mitzvah (good deed in Hebrew) by sharing fellowship and providing a wellness check for that day.” At 81 David also keeps busy with his fund raising initiatives in Lake Ashton for the American Cancer Society, putting on the annual Chili Cook-off in January, Luminaries in February and St Patrick’s Day Dance in March. Meals on Wheels Polk receives no state or federal funding. It sustains through communitybased charity and volunteers. Volunteer opportunities include: kitchen preparation / packaging, clean-up, meal delivery and thrift store clerks. Please consider joining Lake Ashton Friends of Meals on Meals (“LA FOMOW”) to help promote this essential non-profit organization in our community. To become a member or for more information email lafomow@gmail.com. Next “Second Chance Donation” is May 15. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Howard Mayne The Lake Ashton Democratic Club will hold their monthly meeting May 1 in the HFC Community Center at 6:30 pm with social time at 6 pm. The speaker will be John Hill, Chair of the Democratic Executive Committee for Polk County. Guests are welcome and encouraged. For more information contact lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Bud Colburn The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet Wednesday May 28th at the Clubhouse. Check-in and social time starts at 3:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 4:00 p.m. The guest speaker is Jon Albert, FL District 48 House Representative. Jon served in the United States Marine Corps for 9 years, 10 months. Jon was the Frostproof Mayor, 2020-2024, Frostproof City Council member, 2016-2024, and elected to the FL House in 2024. Guests are welcome. 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Becoming a member, you will not only enjoy the fun on the courts you can also enjoy the fun and camaraderie with our frequent Pot Luck Family Fun Days. Our most recent was held on April 5 and as you can see by the picture, we really upped our game with our gold cup trophy! At the time of this writing, work has begun to increase the number of pickleball courts by 50%! By the time you are reading this article, we should be close to completion fo the new courts and planning our grand opening festivities. Don’t be left out! Join LAPA today by contacting any board member or sign up inside the HFC Club Activities board. Membership is only $12 a year. Hope to see you on the courts and remember my number one rule... Have Fun! FRIENDLY BOCCE GROUP 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. Our Friendly Bocce Tournament was held April 5, 2025. The tournament hosted sixteen teams (32 players) and was single elimination. The weather was beautiful, the games were exciting, and everyone had a great time. The Awards Dinner was held at Charm City on the patio. A big thank you to Jim & Kay Weaver for sponsoring the tournament again this year. 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Have you been lucky and found a rock? Please post a photo of your rock on Talk of Lake Ashton’s (TOLA) Facebook page. It means a lot for us to see that our rock was found, and it may bring a smile to those that see your post. Remember you can keep your rock or re-hide it to share it with others. If you’re interested in joining us, we have an orientation class at the HFC Community Room from 1:00 to 3:00 on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session so please contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least three days before their first meeting so that supplies can be provided. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Lynne Judd Are you someone who loves Walt Disney World or maybe you want to learn more about it? Then you are welcome to join the Magic Years Club, which meets the second Monday of each month at 7 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Our next meeting will be on Monday, May 12. Our members have been quite active in the last couple months! We have had showings of Coco and Moana 2 in the Clubhouse Cinema, some have visited WDW to see the topiaries at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival and others have visited the Grand Floridian, Contemporary or Yacht and Beach Club Resorts to see the beautiful, oversize Easter eggs with Disney themes crafted by the chefs of the different resorts. Some of our members even went on a special fireworks cruise to see the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the water. At our meetings, we share lots of information and usually end with a trivia quiz. Sometimes, we even have a "show and tell" with special Disney items we have collected. So, why don't you join us and bring any questions you have about WDW? DUPLICATE BRIDGE 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. March 17: North-South: 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster; 3rd Liz Smith & Charlotte Walter: East-West: 1st Maureen Ziegler & Nelda Sedlacek; 2nd John Sammons & Pat Sammons; 3rd Colette McKie & Sally Bonkoski March 24: North-South: 1st Jim ford & Don Fuller; 2nd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; 3rd Nelda Sedlacek & Lois Dole; East-West: 1st Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 2nd John Sammons & Pat Sammons; 3rd Dee Mayne & Jeannine Connors March 31: North – South: 1st John Sammons & Pat Sammons; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster; 2nd Jim Ford & Jeff Wilkinson; East – West: 1st Trish Kellar & Marian Oshinsky; 2nd Doug Robertson & Judy Robertson; 3rd Marge Kniat & Lois Dole April 7: North-South: 1st Howard Mayne & Liz Smith; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; 3rd Jim Ford & Don Fuller; East-West: 1st Judy Marine & Dana Griffiths; 2nd Liz Leigh & Mafie Walker 3rd Maureen Ziegler & Nelda Sedlacek April 14: North-South: 1st Charlotte Walter & Liz Smith; 2nd Andrew Vogt & Sonny Robinson; 3rd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; East-West: 1st Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 2nd John Sammons & Pat Sammons; 3rd Marti Dehn & Marge Kniat ׉ 7cassandra://d-LtepplhBI3WeAdFP1R2d5mJiw9nGVZWpkkgaIA0zY/4`hm݋/Kjb׉E39 ׉ 7cassandra://0gY8FGyL0B-7mns-rkz9a9bDLL6l0LsBoWsYhXf7gQg<{`hm݋/Kjchm݋/Kjb4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://XEQ7jmBdxvflLy3It3H67uEGmcayCcXDezM3qQ2bBJE4J`׉ 7cassandra://F2amOXMJd2zOgqiOzE9LWfG8rEWQlf8rhwttVooypoMͳ`u׉ 7cassandra://kNvxct01EPs_Wn9plfNXjAP5MqxAeMJRqTL3Qt1J2i82`hm/KjטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://48VZL_rLJJmlVlBjTJbQtUXKV4hU3wBAQZ_m0yMV7xQ`׉ 7cassandra://C5mHau66jaaeff9EMRuSye6EbfVCxcHl-vK6gw1SsNo͎`u׉ 7cassandra://4JCs41ZvyXhL1736xWfaDi3bwGzJKGd2_5el5DWZZlY,D`hm/Kjנhm/Kj$9ׁH mailto:yogawinterhaven@gmail.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E UMIND&BODY SCAN WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES & EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE! TRIVIA IN THE BALLROOM 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. LORRIE’S LINE DANCING Thursdays at the HFC - 1 pm Beginner Class, 2 pm Improver. Come join us this summer and learn some fun dances! The beginner class will restart in May with easy dances. We build on what we learn, so now is the time to jump in and learn from the beginning. PL AN T - P OWE R E D L I V I N G FOR A HEALTHIER YOU Here’s a tasty way to get “Simply Healthy“! We will be hosting a healthy, plant-based luncheon on Sunday, May 18, from 1 to 3 pm at the Eagles Nest. Come join your friends and make new ones. Judy Armstrong will present a short talk on how a plant-based diet and lifestyle can improve your health. Enjoy good food and great company. Your $14 ticket includes a buffet with a salad bar, veggie pizza (no cheese), and black bean burgers with gluten-free buns. Purchase your tickets at https://www.lakeashtonliving.com. TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays, 10 to 11 am HFC Sport Court or Clubhouse Stage. Free! CARDS FOR ALL AGES Make these cards on May 7 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room. Please bring your "travel kit" which includes scissors and your favorite adhesive (liquid glue or tape runner). Cost for the class is $5. If you need liquid glue or double sided tape runners we sell it for $4/bottle. Class is limited to 18 but we can squeeze in a couple of extras if needed. Text Marianne at 860-712-9440 or Judy at 650-678-1174 to attend. You must register to attend as space is limited. If you do sign up please do your best to attend. Last month we had 5 sign ups that did not come and we had a waiting list. Thank you. CREATE A CARD May 20 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. ׉ 7cassandra://kNvxct01EPs_Wn9plfNXjAP5MqxAeMJRqTL3Qt1J2i82`hm݋/Kjd׉EBODY 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 THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE SIMPLY HEALTHY CHILI COOK-OFF IN APRIL, AS COOKS AND TASTERS! 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Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health conditions. These are some things you can do to prioritize mental health. • Take five. Take a deep breath and relax. Even five minutes to take care of yourself can help. • Be active. Take a walk, stretch, or exercise. • Connect with others. Reach out to friends and family. Talk about your feelings with others. • Reach out to clergy or others in your faith community. • Get help from a professional. Talk to a healthcare provider about how you are feeling. Make an appointment with a counselor. • Unwind and enjoy your favorite activities. • Keep your mind and body healthy. Research shows that positive mental health is associated with better overall health and well-being. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Regular daily use of SPF 15 or higher sunscreen reduces your risk of melanoma by 50%. 9 Ways You Can Protect Your Skin 1. Seek the shade, especially between 10 AM and 4 PM. 4. Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses. 2. Don’t get sunburned. 3. Avoid tanning, and never use UV tanning beds. 5. Keep newborns out of the sun. Use sunscreen on babies over the age of six months. 6. Use a broad-spectrum (UVA/ UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day. For extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. 7. Apply 1 ounce of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating. 8. Examine your skin head-to-toe every month. 9. 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Two foursomes beat the board’s score of 16-under par that called for the two best net scores on each hole. The winning team carded 25-under par, while the second-place team had 23-under par. See photos for the names of golfers who finished atop the leaderboard. There will be another golf and grub event this month – May 7 -- in commemoration of Cinco de Mayo. It will be a pick-your-partner game with a Mexican-themed lunch afterward. Two more golf and lunch events are slated for this summer, one in July and the other in early September. Update on Red Hoagland Challenge: 1) Denis Mulhearn $ 66.25; 2) Jim Salb $ 60.90; 3) Ron Goldade $ 58.90; 4) Pat O'Neil $ 58.00. Sponsor salute: The following auto-related businesses sponsored LAMGA this year: Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Winter Haven; Hill Nissan; Huston Cadillac Buick GMC; Jarrett-Gordon Ford; Lake Wales Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram; Mahalak Auto Group; Patton Tire; Red Hoagland Hyundai; Ridge Quality Motors; Weikert Ford; and Winter Haven Honda. For a full list of LAMGA’s 2025 sponsors, see the LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com. First place in Beat the Board: Ray Woods, Bob Dupuis, Gerry Krogman and Denis Mulhearn LA NINERS By Sandy Hockenberry Another season has come and gone. The Niners closing day luncheon was held at the Eagles Nest on April 1. There was lots of fun and prizes, and a free taco bar for lunch. Outgoing President Denise LaCaprucia announced the new board members for the upcoming 2025 – 2026 season. Pictured below L to R: Treasurer Cecily Harmon, Secretary Sandy Hockenberry, President Sharron Murphy and Vice President Brenda Bowden. The Niners thanked outSecond place: Matthew Kosek, Don Connors, Mike Renaud and Jim Williams 44 going President Denise LaCaprucia for serving two years on the board, first as Vice President, then President, and MaryLou Jameson for an extraordinary four years of service as Treasurer. These two ladies have done an outstanding job for the Niners, their leadership and dedication are very much appreciated. Denise LaCaprucia and MaryLou Jameson paid a visit to the principal of Snively Elementary School. They presented the school administrator with a variety of gift cards donated by the Niners members, totaling $1440. The contribution will be used for the school’s Spring Rewards Program. The principal was overwhelmed with the Niners generosity. May games will include: May 6: Modified Alternate Shot – 2 person team, both players hit a drive, best drive is selected, whose ever drive is selected, the other person hits and then the two players alternate shots until the ball is holed. (team game) May 13: Individual Low Gross/Low Net – low gross and low net in flights. Lunch with Friends following golf at the Eagles Nest. (individual game) May 20: 2 Person Scramble – A and D players play a Scramble as a team, and B and C players play a Scramble as a team (team game) May 27: 2 Best Nets – playing your own ball, take the two best net scores on each hole. The lowest total score wins. (individual game) ׉ 7cassandra://BFzec0gseofrZyGQH5vFqRb03u_vYxhIzhQ1vNUWacI0`hm݋/Kjh׉EDid You Know? More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in the US than all other cancers combined.* *Cancer Facts and Figures 2024. American Cancer Society. 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As one member commented, “This was a fun and creative day of golf. The theme and game were original, and the lunch was one of best yet.” Beatles Themed Good Day Sunshine Closing Day Event Committee Members pictured: T Utting, Melissa Marsden, Bonnie Simonetta, Dianne Holman, and Bev Hines. More photos can be found at https://lakeashtonliving.com/ under Community - Golf - LALGA. During the Awards Luncheon new and returning members (Tami Donnelly, Mary O’Donnell, Carol Morse, Pam Auen, Carolyn Alvaro) were recognized and welcomed to the group. Congratulations to all the winners of not only the game event, but for the season. 74 gift cards to the Pro Shop/Eagles Nest were awarded to members for their accomplishments totaling $1205 in prize money. There were 94 members in the League of which 77 made at least one birdie to earn a Birdie pin. Most birdies for Combo Tees – Flight 2 were Mary Donaldson and Judy Mulhearn; Combo Tees – Flight 1 was Pam Pagel; Blue Tees – Flight 3 was Lynne Abbott and Jackie Tressler; Blue Tees – Flight 2 was Margaret Volpe and Blue Tees – Flight 1 was Liz Leigh with 31 birdies. Lydia Fichtman and Janice Fleming earned an Eagle pin; and three members (Bev Hines, Char Walter and May Lou Wheat) earned a Hole-in-One pin. Other awards for games played throughout the Winter Season (November thru mid-April) included: Ringers (22 awards presented) and Weekly Results Point System (39 awards presented). One of the most prestigious awards, Overall Most Improved went to: Pat Hodges, Combo Flight 2; Carolyn Alvaro, Combo Flight 1; Janice Fleming, Blue Tees Flight 3; Jody Nesheim, Blue Tees Flight 2; Lisa Kennedy, Blue Tees Flight 1. Special thanks to Char Walter for her outstanding job of record keeping during the season and presenting the awards to all the winners. During the closing luncheon, election results were announced. Congratulations to Deborah Giannattasio who will serve as Vice President and Kathy Reed who will serve as Treasurer beginning June 1. Special thanks to Dori Krogman, current VP, and Lynne Abbott, current Treasurer, for a job well done. Starting June 1, LALGA members will have the option of playing nine holes on League Day. 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 our 2025 Lake Ashton Club Champions, Donna Larsen, Overall Women’s Club Champion, and Cheryl Tillman, 2025 Women’s Combo Club Champion. Congratulations to Patti Zakrajsek on her Eagle on Hole #7 East, March 12, 2025 and to Deborah Giannattasio on her Hole in One on Hole #14 West, April 6, 2025. The yearlong Red Hoagland Challenge will conclude at the end of May. Current standings are 1st place – Bonnie Simonetta $185.35, 2nd place – Liz Leigh $184.75, 3rd place – Bev Hines $165.75, and 4th place – Joanne McKinley $160.10. Pictured left: Donna Larsen, 2025 Lake Ashton Women’s Overall Club Champion Pictured right: Cheryl Tillman, 2025 Lake Ashton Women’s Combo Club Champion Pictured far right: Deborah Giannattasio, Hole-inOne, #14 West, April 6, 2025 46 ׉ 7cassandra://VGkxpbVEkwkIEzA_uNJPu6lXgzCxDFAr5f02__rCuDE1`hm݋/Kjj׉E׉ 7cassandra://lc4tOg4T7ZpcNozrGspG4RKBjISquktUdqnu_5evwhA.`hm݋/Kjkhm݋/Kjj4FבCטFu׉׉ 7cassandra://ZklXFJJKgVESioE6ScBlL-hIF8y4NDrQaJiJvkapaJk(`׉ 7cassandra://P-qyJuLAvmBS_G6Pjw0Sb2Tt-doch4ddvB1pgfiWo5Q͠_`u׉ 7cassandra://hea00AKr7dNqlGRMlqRxowJwyCmnbAlr5Gmn2qknOD8/`hm/Kk׉E THE LINEUP: SUMMER MUSIC SERIES 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. HFC Shows are $10 - tickets available at the door or table reservations can be made at the HFC starting on the dates listed below. CLUBHOUSE SHOWS May 23 – Indoor Block Party with Southbound Known as Polk County's "busiest" cover band playing a wide variety of music including Southern rock, classic rock, today’s rock, and even some country and blues. 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 Rock 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. 29 HFC SHOWS MAY 9 - Speed Limit 70 An energetic and entertaining five-piece cover band that performs classic hits from the 1970s to the 2000s, with a strong focus on the iconic songs of the 70s and 80s. Reservations available now. 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. Reservations available May 1. July 25 - Carlos and Company A husband & wife duo who perform hits from the 50's to the present in all genres. Reservations available June 2. 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. Reservations available July 1. 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. Reservations available August 1. ׉ 7cassandra://hea00AKr7dNqlGRMlqRxowJwyCmnbAlr5Gmn2qknOD8/`hm݋/Kjl׈Ehm݋/Kjmhm݋/Kjl4F,May 2025 LA Times for webhmΈO'?