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VILLAGEWALKAPRIL 2016 Wire
Uniting Your Communityzz
4 Community Matters Monthly update on HOA related topics from your community manager.
5 Violation of the Month Parking
6 Relay For Life Come out and support our team!
8 Voices of VillageWalk Meet your neighbors the Stokes
10 Discover Your Lifestyle Learn about upcoming events and the current offerings of your lifestyle program
12 Calendar of Activities & Events Check out what’s happening this month!
15 Dressed In Hope Get the latest from the ladies!
16 What’s Happening in April? The Beatles Tribute Concert
17 Discover Florida Living with Sandhill Cranes
20 Landscaping Update Keeping the community green is no easy task. Stay up to date with these updates
24 Get Active in 2016 Check out new programs this year!
26 Important Contacts Stay in touch!
29 City of Orlando Monthly calendar & updates from officials.
30 Advertisements Special thank you to all of our advertisers and sponsors.
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CommunityMATTERS
Happy April VillageWalkers! :)
I hope everyone has had a chance to enjoy the beautiful weather we've been experiencing before the heat and rain starts catching up to us! March was a busy month with turnover around the corner and making sure the association has all its ducks in a row. That being said, I would like to send a special thank you to the homeowner volunteers who have given their time and energy in helping out with the transitional committees. Our Finance and Property & Grounds committees have had their boots on the ground since late 2015 and have inspected every nook and cranny of this vast community from the infrastructure down to every contract and accounting report. Your dedication to this community and the foundation that you all have laid for future committee members has been instrumental! THANK YOU! While we move forward towards transition they will continue to work with management and the Board of Directors on an on-going basis. That brings me to my next topic: Turnover! A few of you have been inquiring about turnover/transition and when it will occur. At this time, we are anticipating to make an
announcement this month as to a date, provided home closing forecasts provided by Pulte are on schedule. Please watch for emails and notices regarding this important time for your Association soon. In these emails and notices you will see important information such as election procedures, candidacy requirements, proxy and voting processes, etc. With your help, we are expecting this to be a very smooth and seamless transition. As always, if you have any questions/comments/concerns, please feel free to contact us at [email protected], call 407.888.2704 or simply stop by the office!
Thank you for your continued dedication
and involvement! I hope to see you around.
At your service,
Valerie VelazquezYour Community
Manager
| VillageWalk Wire - April 20164
Violation ofthe Month
It’s that time of year, April Showers blooming flowers. We are excited on how much the community has participated and coordinated with the association on areas that may need attention. Being able to witness this makes me happy to be a part of this growing community. On that note, this month we would like to focus on one subject that we notice has arisen on several different occasions; “Parking”. As stated in the VillageWalk at Lake Nona Governing Documents: Article IX Section 3 Parking and Vehicular Restrictions, ''Vehicles shall be parked only in the garages or in the driveways serving the homes or lots or in the appropriate spaces or designated areas in which parking may be assigned, and then subject to the reasonable rules and restrictions adopted by the Board. Vehicles shall not be parked overnight on roads or swales.'' This article applies both to visitors and resident cars. To ensure every resident at VillageWalk is able to have guest over without the worries of violating the “Parking” rule, please make sure if you need to use street parking during the daytime hours [6am-10pm] for yourself and/ or your guests, that everyone abides to the city ordinances by not blocking any fire hydrants or access to another driveway. If you are unable to fit your vehicles within your garage and driveway without blocking the sidewalk or if your vehicles are left on the street between 10pm and 6am they will likely receive a parking violation and tow notice. This notice serves as a first and final warning and will be added to the "Tow Log" to be towed if again seen parked on the street between 10pm and 6am. Please note these same rules apply to golf carts. Please call or email us at the Town Center if you feel your home will experience difficulty placing all cars in the driveway between 10pm and 6am while having visitors. We will be more than happy to walk through some options with you to avoid a tow notice being issued. We would like to continue to keep the community as beautiful as it is.
At your service,
Yen PerezYour Assistant Community Manager
Park i ng
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| VillageWalk Wire - April 20166
This year's Relay For Life of Lake Nona will take place on April 9, 2016 so mark your calendars now. The event starts at 2PM at Lake Nona High School and runs through early the following morning. There is a Kids Carnival from 3-7pm and plenty of food and local entertainment throughout the event. Please make sure and stop by the event for lots of fun and family friendly entertainment all supporting a great cause. Our VillageWalkers team will be selling Striking Hot Tacos all afternoon and evening of Realy so stop by our site.
Our VillageWalkers team has raised a little over $5,000 thus far—currently the top fundraising team in the Lake Nona Relay. A special thank you to the VillageWalk Community and the Lake Nona Deli for supporting our recent spaghetti dinner fundraiser. Also congratulations to the winners of the raffle for tickets to a racent Orlando Magic game. We raised over $600 between the two events.
Highlights of upcoming events and team meetings:
• Our next team meeting is April 4, 2016 at 7:00pm at the Town Center. It is not too late to join our team and experience Realy for yourself.
• If you are a cancer survivor or caregiver, please also sign up to be part of the Survivors Lap at the start of Relay (2PM) and the luncheon that follows at 3PM. The luncheon is free for the survivor and one guest and is provided by Outback Steakhouse. Contact Pam at the contact info below for more information and feel free to pass this on to ANYONE you know who is a cancer survivor.
• We will continue doing our Relay Raffles at different events around VillageWalk over the next few weeks and months. A special thanks to Canvas Restaurant for contributing ten $100 gift cards to our raffle efforts. Future raffles will either be 50/50 or we'll be raffling off one of these gift cards.
• We will be selling Relay for Life Luminaria bags at upcoming VillageWalk events and activities. Luminaria bags are personalized by you to show support for cancer survivors or honor the memory of those no longer with us. They are on display throughout Relay. Candles are added to the bags for a special after dark lap at Relay when all of hte candles are lit. The Luminaria Lap at 9PM is one of the most memorable experiences of Relay. Suggested donations are %5 to %10 per bag depending on the type of bag - but all donations are accepted.
• Calling All Lake Nona Talent. Whether you are a singer, ventriloquist, dancer, comedian, musician, juggler or magician, Relay For Life Lake Nona is looking for talented people to strut their stuff at the Relay's Got Talent contest that takes place in the afternoon on the day of Relay. Prizes are awarded. For more information or an application form go to www.hopegrowshere.weebly.com
Please join us on April 9, 2016 and experience this Celebration of Life for yourself!For more information visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/lakenona or
Contact Pam Gates at [email protected] or 630-926-4423
A retired NFL player, published author, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, a husband and a father of three with a motivational cry of “to whom much is given much is required.” Fred Stokes, played in the NFL for 10 years and has been married to his wife Regina for 27 and counting. They moved to Orlando from Vidal, Georgia with their three boys in 2009, in search of spiritual growth. “We said no to moving to Orlando the first time our pastor asked us,” explained Fred, “then three years later, we came to visit one weekend and fell in love with the city!” That same weekend was a turning point for the Stokes family, as they received a phone call about a massive F4 tornado hitting their home and nearly destroying it. “The entire top half of the house was gone,” described Regina, “we would have been dead if we were there.” Understanding that everything happens for a reason, the family eventually settled into their new city then moved to VillageWalk in 2015. When asked what do they love most about VillageWalk, an excited “Everything!” was impossible for Fred to hold back. “It felt like a retirement community at first but we later realized that it wasn’t,” says Regina, “you’re given the options to either live a quieter life or be involved in the many activities such as Yoga or Zumba!” Both Fred and Regina agree that there is a “sense of protection” that can be felt from walking around the community and enjoying the beauty of the grounds. Having previously owned 85 acres of land while living in Georgia, the Stokes know what it takes to maintain a property and appreciates our landscaping company, Down To Earth. “They’re extremely courteous, professional and they blend in with the landscaping” says Fred, “you never see the workers but you see the work!” Exciting moments such as realizing there was a neighborhood gas station, Regina and Fred believe that it’s the little things that add to the peace of the neighborhood and the quality levels of service provided will always increase the expectations. “If I come into the Town Center, for example, and the chairs are out of place,” began Fred, “I would be shocked because they never are and it’s the Access Management team that create those types of expectations.” Fred established “Fred Stokes Foods” in 2007 and good things continue to happen as their
signature item, “Fred Stokes Sausages”, have made it in stores such as Walmart and has plans to be in Publix and The Meat House in the very near future. Fred is constantly inspiring others as he speaks at company leadership meetings and to the inner city youth. “The mission is to get individuals to realize they’re different and unique and to teach them how to maximize it” says Fred. Sticking to the concept “what do you bring to the table and what do you do with it?” this Washington Redskins Super Bowl XXVI Champion, and his family, decide each morning to continue to be a part of the plan of God. “Don’t get too high on the highs and don’t get too low on the lows” is a saying that Fred uses to remind himself, and his family, to stay grounded. Regina and Fred admit to making plans of retiring at VillageWalk. “This is home!” they exclaim, and is reminded of these plans every time they go for a relaxing stroll around the neighborhood.
Would you or your family like to be interviewed for this new monthly feature edition? Contact us at [email protected]!
Voices of VillageWalk
with Jamileth The Stokes| VillageWalk Wire - April 20168
WHY A FOCAL POINT? Why is the focal point in a room so important? In addition to scale, proportion and balance, creating a focal point keeps a room from being boring. A focal point provides the needed emphasis that will hold the entire design together. The development of a focal point is a natural response to the way the human eye works. Because the eye can’t focus on several locations at once, decorators provide a focal point in every room. Sometimes the room provides that for you; for example the room may have a prominent fireplace or a beautiful view from a large window or sliding glass door. Often times those focal points need additional touches to make them sing. A fireplace may need a fabulous piece of art above it to add color, or balance or proper scale to the room. A sliding glass door to a great view might need to be enhanced with window treatments adding color and /or texture drawing the eyeto that view.
to that view. If you rely on a window or sliding glass door as the focal point,
often that view will disappear at night. Then you will need to establish a secondary focal point. A wall behind a sofa is a good place to build a grouping of artwork that will serve as a secondary focal point. Or an
attractive entertainment unit with appropriate accessories will work
as a foclal point. In a bedroom most often the headboard wall is the focal point.
In a dining room, the focal point might be a beautifully decorated china cabinet, a fabulous piece of artwork, even a chandelier will work. Be careful not to have too many competing elements vying for the focal point. Ideally the focal point should be able to be seen from the entrance to the room, so that it will draw the interest of the person entering the space. Your focal point sets the stage for the rest of the room’s design
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Décor by Carol Fisher LLC407-655-8383
decorbycarolfisher.com
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“I know there is strength in the differences between us. I know there is comfort, where we overlap.” ― Ani DiFranco
What makes a LIFESTYLE community so unique are the people and the activities. Community is an important buzzword these days and people recognize that social structures are deteriorating. Our goal in the Lifestyle Program is to help build a sense of connection with others and to form a stronger community for our residents through providing a wider variety of social activities and events. In the month of March, we hosted a wonderful Family Easter event that included an appearance by the Easter Bunny himself and the Legends Acres Petting Farm. Thank you to everyone who attended and to our volunteers. VillageWalk also hosted an Orlando Magic FanDuel Box raffle to benefit the Relay for Life VillageWalk Team. We raised over $300 and the residents who won had a great time at the game. As we continue to expand our community activities, we are constantly meeting with residents to discuss and plan "new" activities such as Bartending, Wine, and Knitting classes. We will also be hosting "Speed Dating" and singles events so be sure to watch for (and read) your monthly calendar and newsletter for details. This month we will host a free Educational Seminar on Wildlife, presented by Lt. Trusley and Robert Cuskley of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Department. The seminar will be on Saturday, April 9th from 10am - 11:30am. The presentation will be focusing on our wildlife, including alligators and bobcats. Also this month, our VW families have the opportunity to enjoy a special event presented by the Orange County History Center. The event will be a lively 30-minute play about homesteading on the Florida Frontier. This will be followed by a hands-on presentation of some fun pioneer
toys, and a chance to try your hand at making butter. Be sure to register in advance for this event being held on Saturday, April 16th at 11am, the cost of event is $8 per person. Registration is recommended. Our signature event this month will be the Beatles Tribute Band on Saturday, April 16th, at 7pm. This show will be an evening of Beatles tunes, sing-alongs and much more! Come out and enjoy an array of english cheeses and appetizers but don't forget to BYOB. The cost is $25 per person and you must have a ticket to enter the show. Please see the concierge at the Town Center or email [email protected] to purchase your tickets today! Lastly this month, we will also be hosting our Chili Fest on Saturday, April 30th, so be sure to pick up your entry form to particpate as we are looking for 15-20 of the Best VillageWalk Chilis! This event is a family friendly event from 4pm-7pm. The Deli will also be offering an array of craft beers to enjoy with your chili! With May around the corner, be sure to stay tuned for our Kentucky Derby party and Mark Raisch (singer and entertainer) notices! Remember you can always stop in and say hi! Jamileth and I are always open for new ideas and suggestions on ways to better improve the Lifestyle program!
Cheers,Linnette B.
| VillageWalk Wire - April 201610
COMMUNITYThank you to Hello Photo Studio for the
fabulous photos from theFamily Easter Event.
Charla is the proud owner of the Hello Photo Studio which is located in VillageWalk Shoppes and a VW
resident! Book your session with her today by [email protected].
The photos below are from Relay for Life VillageWalk Team Fundraisers, our winners from the Orlando Magic Game Night and the Spaghetti Dinner at the Deli!
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ACTIVITIES &EVENTS
HAPPENING IN
APRIL2016Don’t forget to register for events and activities via email
or at the Town Center. This will help us in planning all programs.
Events & Activities are subject to change. An email blast will be sent out stating any changes.
MahjonggEvery Tuesday &
Thursday @ 1:30pmA fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather thancards. The game originated inChina dating back to the time
of Confucious.
YogaMorning Bliss
Every Monday @ 11:00amStretch Breath & AlignEvery Tuesday @ 6pmVinyasa Energy Flow
Every Thursday @ 6pm1 class for $15
2 classes for $208 Classes for $80
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: Minions
Three unlikely heros - Kevin, Stuart and Bob embark on a
journey to find a new dispicable leader for their tribe and
save all of Minionkind from annihilation.
April 22nd @ 7pm FREE
TriviaFast paced game of
questions and great fun with your neighbors!
Wednesday,April 13th 6-8:30pm
Cost: $5 to playNo food will be served
BYOB!
Blood Drive / Food
TrucksWednesday, April 6thBlood Drive 4-9pm
Food Trucks 6pm-9pmKona Dog
Ice Cream Social ClubMi Casita truck
Paramount on WheelsThe Crepe Co.
Canvas Painting
Feel free to bring your lunch and a friend to this months
canvas painting! Thursday, April 14th @ 12pm
Cost: $35 per painterRSVP
www.facebook.com/artsandcraftsroadshow
904-716-6460
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On March 3, 2016, we were delighted to welcome 2 satellite groups who came bearing gifts of 416 dresses and 386 dolls to be added to our “Dressed In Hope” inventory for shipment to needy girls throughout the world. Donna Liljegren, Coordinator of the “Dressed in Joy” group from Brynwood Needleworks; Northport, FL and Linda Smith, Coordinator of “Dressed in Love,” Heritage Hills, Clermont, along with several of Linda’s members, Dee Kafka, Linda Thorp, and Karen Fulton pose with their boxes and bags of beautifully made dresses and dolls.We appreciate the dedication and talent of these hard-working ladies and thankthem for their amazing contribution to our effort to “dress girls around the world!”
Join us every Thursday at 10am in the Town Center. All help is appreciated from sewers and non-sewers!
Donna Liljegren & Linda Smith “Dressed in Joy” group from Brynwood Needleworks and “Dressed in Love,” Heritage Hills, Clermont
WHAT’SHAPPENING IN APRIL
SIGNATURE EVENTBeatles Tribute Concert
Saturday, April 16th7pm - 9pm$25 per person
Must Purchase Ticket in Advance
An evening of celebrating the greatest Rock and Roll group of all time, The Beatles. True entertainers not just a scripted show. Bring your beverage of choice, we will provide an array of appetizers for
each table. A special thank you to our Sponsor Superior Aluminum Installations, Inc.
Orange County RegionalHistory Center
Saturday, April 16th11am - 1pm$8 per person
Must Purchase Ticket in Advance
Step back in time to imagine what life was like in Florida when the pioneers were living off the land. Our living history actors will present,
a lively 30 minute play about homesteading on the Florida frontier. This will be followed by a hands-on presentation of some fun pioneer toys,
and a chance to try your hand at making butter the way the pioneers did. Then we’ll step back in time even further to experience making a piece of
pottery the way the earliest Floridians, the Timucuans did.
Free Educational Seminar on WildlifeSaturday, April 9th
10am - 11:30amFree Seminar
Join us for a free educational seminar on Florida Wildlife to learn about our friendly animal neighbors. Alligators and Bobcats will be the topic of discussion. Do you have questions about Floridas wildlife?
Then this is the seminar for you!
| VillageWalk Wire - April 201616
Living with Sandhill Cranes!
Sa n dhill C r a n e s Sandhill cranes are cherished members of the Florida ecosystem. They stand almost 4 feet tall and their bugling or rattling calls are haunting and beautiful. Sandhill cranes occur in pastures, open prairies and freshwater wetlands in peninsular Florida from the Everglades to the Okefenokee Swamp. Florida sandhill cranes are present in many urban areas and some unlikely places such as golf courses, airports and suburban subdivisions. This is probably due in part to the rapid development of their native habitat by humans. Cranes are probably attracted by the open setting (mowed grass) and availability of some foods (acorns, earthworms, mole crickets, turf grubs). People inadvertently put them in harms way when they attract these birds to their yards with feed. Some "feeding" is accidental such as when bird seed is spilled from feeders by other animals onto the ground below making a nice feeding station for cranes. But, some people deliberately feed sandhill cranes. In 2002, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission made it illegal to feed sandhill cranes. Cranes fed by humans can become aggressive toward people. Cranes fed by humans also have been known to damage window screens
and do other property damage. This behavior is probably a response of the birds to seeing their reflection, bringing out a territorial defense behavior (scratching at windows or shiny automobiles). Cranes also are more likely to tangle in human garbage in areas populated by people. Cranes are more likely to crash into power lines in urban areas where such aerial hazards are concentrated. Cranes attracted to people's yards for feed are put at risk as they walk across roads. Many sandhill cranes are killed each year on Florida roads (see photo). Attracting cranes to urban areas increases the threat of predation (especially to young cranes) by dogs or cats. Further, the cranes' diets, which normally are quite diverse, are disrupted when they eat one food item (such as corn), consistently. Heavy pesticide use in urban lawns also is of concern. Young sandhill cranes have died from pesticide poisoning.It's never a good idea to feed wildlife. People inadvertently put cranes in harms way when they attract these birds to their yards with feed. Florida sandhill cranes have an abundance of natural foods (insects and small animals) and they do not need handouts from humans. Appreciate our Wildlife and remember do not feed the sandhill crane.
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We start our day early, opening our doors at 10am Monday-Friday (open at 11am on Sunday) offering locally roasted coffee and espresso beverages; house
made breakfast breads, artisan pastries, and breakfast sandwiches (served until 11am).
Why Wait? Order Ahead! 407.271.8371
Families enjoying a fun-filled afternoon of Easter
Egg Decorating
Adult PizzaMaking ClassWednesday, April 27th
Two Sessions:6:30pm - 7:30pm7:30pm - 8:30pm
$10.00/person - Small Pizza10 person max per session
Reserve your spot today at the Deli!
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LandscapingUpdateBy: Chris Skerzsick
Today’s weather could not be more beautiful! Overall the temperatures in March were above normal, nearly reaching ninety degrees on several occasions. We experienced very minimal effects to the sensitive plants this winter, just some slight tip burn on some species. We will be changing the annuals beginning in early April, to a variety better suited for the warmer temperatures. Typically, we change the flowers approximately every three months. I hope everyone enjoys the warmer weather as it is a great time of year to enjoy outside activities before the heat becomes unbearable. You may have noticed the inserted picture has changed this month! Many of you already know these key members of our VillageWalk team but for those who don’t, I would like to introduce them. Starting from the left; Christopher Bryan (onsite irrigation tech./manager), myself (project manager providing support to team), Fernando Diaz (onsite supervisor), Lenny Phalen (onsite fertilization/pest control tech) and Narciso Maldanado, also known as Chimpa (onsite supervisor and crew manager). I spend the majority of my time managing several projects with this community as my main focus. All other team members are onsite daily and, with my support, run the day-to-day operations. Our maintenance team will be mowing weekly from now on as long as there is sufficient growth. We will continue to do reconstructive pruning on many of the soft tissue and flowering shrubs. This may be unsightly at first, but it will allow for additional bud break and an overall healthier plant. Spring brings out plenty of weeds so we will be working to control them systematically as we work through our detail cycles. Your property should receive a detail visit approximately every three weeks. Our agronomic team will be completing the spring application of fertilizer on all of the turfs this month. Turf weeds are abundant this time of year. We will continue to treat them as we work our way through the community. If you have a persistent weed issue in the turf, please let us know and keep in mind that the herbicide will take three to four weeks to work. March is typically a dry month and this held true until the final week of the month this year. The first three weeks, we only received about a quarter of an inch of rainfall. Then all of a sudden we received a bunch, exceeding normal rainfall recorded for the month. I would have preferred this to be spread out, but I sure am happy it came, as we were approaching severe drought conditions prior to its arrival. This irrigation system is very complex, and we experience issues on a weekly basis which affect its ability to function properly. We appreciate the cooperation and understanding, as our team tackles these ongoing issues. Please do not touch the valves yourself! We continue to have some residents doing this and it has caused problems affecting more than their home. If you ever have any questions or concerns you can use our customer service system or contact your HOA and we will do our best to help. We appreciate the opportunity we are afforded, servicing this magnificent community.
Landscape Service Contact InformationDown2EarthInc.com
| VillageWalk Wire - April 201620
We all know how important exfoliation is when it comes to keeping skin smooth, soft and healthy. Microdermabrasion removes the dead cells (which can
clog pores and leave skin dull and lackluster) and allows the younger, smoother skin beneath to be revealed. Skin Care Focus: Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion: What is it?Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure on the skin that is growing rapidly in popularity both in Europe and America. Women everywhere have jumped aboard the microdermabrasion train, making it one of the top non-surgical cosmetic procedures used around the world, and increasingly men are turning to it as well. In this article we’ll have a look at what it is and why people are turning to it in increasing numbers.
What to Expect:A typical microdermabrasion session is fairly quick — it takes between 15 and 30 minutes, making it an ideal midday treatment or can be added to a full facial for a complete customized treatment. Whether you’re fighting fine lines, dealing with age spots or want an effective way to minimize discoloration or other superficial skin blemishes, this multitasking treatment might be a good option for you. Microdermabrasion can also be helpful with oily and enlarged pores, blackheads and even some acne scarring.Microdermabrasion is also known to stimulate the creation of collagen and cell turnover, something countless anti-aging creams promise, but never seem to deliver. Immediately following a microdermabrasion session, skin often feels smoother and tighter.
Make a Note: There may be some slight redness following a session. Skin will also be more sensitive to sun exposure post-treatment, so don’t skip the sunscreen following microdermabrasion (or ever, for that matter). Moisturizing the skin is also a good idea since the procedure can dry the skin temporarily.
What to Consider:Thinking of taking the plunge? Microdermabrasion is a common, non-surgical procedure; however, there are people who should opt out — schedule a complimentary consultation at The Green Leaf Spa. Other than that, microdermabrasion is effective on all skin types , offers a great alternative to chemical peels for anyone with sensitive skin and offers another way to keep skin looking younger and healthier.
Schedule your Microdermabrasion Session with a Skin Care Expert at The Green Leaf Spa 407.240.5503 Online Booking Available: www.thegreenleafspa.com
Get Younger,Smoother Skin
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Bring YourInnerBeauty
Out!
Beauty Prep Rountine Before the Big Event!
Spring has Sprung! We sure had fun playing in gorgeous spring colors. We learned how to apply our eye makeup for our eye shape, fabulous tips were shared about how to use our eye shadow, eyeliner and mascara to enhance our eye shape and create beautiful peepers! This month we will learn a beauty prep routine for a big event, perfect for Village Walk’s next big event… The Kentucky Derby Party!! Please join us for some pampering tips and Kentucky Derby makeup instruction. The instruction is applicable for all levels…novice to expert. It’s a fun way to spend time with your neighbors and meet some new friends.
Village Walk Makeup Clinics are held the third Wednesday of the month at 11am
and 7pm.No sales pitch, just great information!
The clinics are complimentary, however you must register as space
is limited to 10 seats per clinic. To RSVP, please contact me at marykay.
[email protected] or phone/text at 407-383-1506
I hope to see you on the 20th!
Kim WenrichYour Resident
Makeup Junkie!
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Tuesday, April 12th at 7pm in the Town CenterTHIS WILL BE THE FIRST IN A SERIES OF IN-DEPTH
EXPLORATIONS OF NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR YOU & YOUR PETS.The goal of this interactive series is to better understand and care for your furry friends!
Our in-depth study will include discussions, exercises and demonstrations including: • Fundamentals in Natural Solutions & Energy Healing for Animals • Animal Communication and Intuitive Elements to Help with our Animals • Energetic Systems in You and Your Animals & Understanding the Chakra System• Energy Healing Through Bodywork – Reiki, Scalar Wave, T-Touch, Muscle Testing • Shifting Energy through EFT/Emotional Freedom Technique• Nutrition for Animals • Essential Oils, Bach Flowers and Crystal Healing.
RSVP required. All attendees will be entered in a raffle, as well as receive a give-away.Pets are not allowed in the town center, so please leave your furry friends home. Future classes can
be held in the gazebo if you want to bring your dogs to practice the techniques you learn. At our first meeting, as a group we can decide future meeting dates, as well as any additional topics.
Julie Jacobs is the owner of Pawsitive Solutions, as well as the owner of the pet boutique, Dog & Friends. As a graduate student at the Communication with all Life University, she actively participates in all of the programs they offer. She is an animal communicator, Reiki practitioner trained in various energy modalities, trained in EFT/Emotional Freedom Technique/Tapping, certified in essential oil treatments in animals, as well as a variety
of other techniques. Much of what she is trained in also benefits the pet’s humans! As a fellow VillageWalk resident, many of you know her from pet sitting and other pet events in the community.
To learn more, visit her website at www.pawsitive-solutions.comAny questions, email Julie at [email protected]
Pet Talk Series Julie JacobswithApril 2016 - VillageWalk Wire | 23
CROSSFIT INSPIRED WORKOUTCrossFit workouts consist of functional movements performed at a relatively high intensity, and we assure you this CrossFit routine will take your fitness to the next level. This class will be limited to 10 people each, so be sure and register and we know you will meet your fittness goals in this class.
Mondays & Wednesdays @ 6pm
In the BallroomContact: Mari Milenkovic
HIITJoin us in the Ballroom every Monday and Wednesday for a 60 minute HIIT style workout. HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is a highly effective workout that increases fat burning and boosts up metabolism by up to 450% during the 24hrs after your the workout. Get a full body workout and burn up to 500 calories! This is a fun, fast paced, class that will get you closer to the results you seek. Bring water, a towel, and a friend!
RUNNING CLUBWhether you’re brand new into running, looking at getting back into a routine or been running for awhile. This club is for you! The running club is geared towards making friends, collaborating with individuals who either want to set goals or set new ones. Regardless of the intentions it’s for everyone and everyone is welcome to run and train together as one and a team. The running club will begin on Tuesday March 8th.
Spring Fitness 2016
Get fi t t
his Spring with our weekly classes join today!
Saturdays @ 10am & 11amThursdays @ 9:30am
At the Basketball CourtContact: Rhett
Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 6pm Sundays @ 6:30am
Meet at the Gas StationContact: Carlos Crespo
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Mondays @ 7:30pmWednesdays @ 7:30pm
In the BallroomContact: [email protected]
INTRODUCING FITNESS BOOTCAMPIntroducting a new class, Fitness Bootcamp, for those struggling to find enough time to exercise! This fitness boot camp will get your heart pumping and your sweat going, in just 30 minutes, before you get ready to go on with your day. The class will encompass body weight moves, high intensity cardio, agility, and resistance training. **The first four weeks are FREE**
ZUMBAZumba involves dance and aerobic elements. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included this is a fun dance and aerobic class tyou really will not feel like your exercising as you are having so much fun. This class filling up please be sure and contact your instructor, Ivonet.
BOLLYWOOD DANCEOne hour of pure dance and fun with upbeat bollywood music. The class will be a once a week session format with one choreography being taught sequentially over a defined period. Students will be learning new steps in every class. Classes will be focused on providing the fun element of Bollywood, at the same time teaching the “technique” and the “art” of performing.
First Class FREE Tuesday's @ 6pm
RSVP [email protected]
PLEASE CONTACT INSTRUCTORS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND PRICING.
Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 6:30am
At the Basketball CourtContact: Mari [email protected]
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Town Center HoursMonday - Saturday
9 a.m - 9 p.m.Sunday
12 -6 p.m.
Gatehouse407.816.0010
Meet The Staff
Valerie Velazquez - Town ManagerYen Perez - Assistant Manager
Common Area Maintenance:
Michael Ireland - Maintenance SupervisorJuan Melendez - Maintenance Tech
Lifestyle:
Linnette Boldig - Lifestyle DirectorJamileth Hudson - Lifestyle Assistant
Resident Services/Concierge:
Romy CuevasSara Almeida
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VillageWalkat Lake NonaContact Info
8524 Insular LaneOrlando, FL 32827
407.888.2704Fax: 407.888.2948
Looking for avenue for yournext big event?Then look no further! The VillageWalk Town Center Ballroom is a multipurpose room featuring a built-in projector and screen. It is the perfect setting for business meetings, corporate conferences, birthday celebrations, graduations, family reunions, holiday parties, weddings and receptions. If you are interested in booking the ballroom for your next event or for more information, please stop by the Town Center or email [email protected] for a rental application and rates.
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These events are posted as a courtesy only and could be subject to change. If you have an interest in the event, please confirm before attending. Visit http://www.cityoforlando.net/district01/recent-events/ for more information.
City Commissioner - District 1 Jim Gray 407.246.2001 [email protected]
Aide Diane Wilhelm 407.246.3011 [email protected]
OPD Liaison Officer Edgar Malave 407.246.2513 [email protected]
Office of City Commissioners 400 S. Orange Avenue P.O. Box 4990 Orlando, FL 32802 Fax: 407.246.3010
City of OrlandoDistrict 1 Calendar
Friday, April 1, 2016Leu Gardens Date Night Movie
8:30 pm Enjoy a movie (Insurgent) in a beautiful
garden. Gardens open at 6:00 p.m. Movie starts at 8:30 p.m
www.leugardens.org
Saturday/Sunday, April 2 & 3, 2016Spring Fiesta in the Park 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Lake Eola ParkThe City of Orlando’s annual spring arts and crafts show will feature over 200
booth’s, music, family entertainment, food and beverages.
Thursday, April 7, 2016IOA Corporate 5K
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Lake Eola Park
Orlando’s largest office party! Held exclusively for Florida’s corporate
community, businesses and non-profit organizations for teams and participate in camaraderie, friendly competition, and
celebrating with co-workers.
Saturday, April 9, 2016Neighborhood Events Made Easy
9am – 12 noonNeighborhood events are one of the most effective ways to build a strong sense of community and help neighbors to get to know each other. Learn how to budget,
plan and create events to engage residents in your neighborhood and
increase involvement in your association. Community Connections Workshop
series co sponsored by City of Orlando and Orange County. At the Orange
County Internal Operations Center 450 East South Street, Orlando, FL. 32801
407.836.0035
SundaysEola Sunday Market
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.This market has gained a reputation of being one of the best in Central Florida.
The market features fresh produce, homemade breads, an assortment of local cuisines, beer and wine and
a variety of artwork and entertainment. orlandofarmersmarket.com
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PAWSITIVE SOLUTIONS ......everything for you, your pet, your soul!
PET Nutrition. HANDS-ON HEALING including Reiki & eft/TAPPING, Crystal HEALING
Animal Communication & intuitive work
Essential Oil Healing learn how to use natural alternatives on your pets
DOG SITTING & WALKING
Julie Jacobs, Owner DOG & FRIENDS and PAWSITIVE SOLUTIONS
866-‐518 DOGS *407-‐697-‐5119 * [email protected] www.pawsitive-‐solutions.com
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: DOG & FRIENDS * Follow us on Twitter Dognfriends
I am a Villagewalk resident so always available to service your pets’ needs. Mention this ad and receive a 15% discount on all services, except dog sitting & walking
Our Valentine Comedy Show Sponsor! Superior Aluminum
3005 Forsyth RdWinter Park, FL 32792
407.678.0500www.yourscreenroom.com
We Love Our Advertisers! Thank you...
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Articles submitted to and published by the VillageWalk at Lake Nona, HOA, Inc. do not express opinion on any one specif-ic or various subjects. Advertisements in the HOA’s publications or postings on its bulletin boards are not intended and should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement or certification of any business, private party, service or product. The HOA strongly encourages all consumers to use their own due diligence before utilizing any business, private party, prod-uct or service. The HOA is not responsible for any loss incurred by users of advertised, published or posted products or services.
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