Newsletter - Strawberry Ridge

STRAWBERRY 

TOPPINGS 

MARCH, 2013 

Easter Sunrise.. 

A New Beginning.

STRAW B ERRY TOPPING S M ARCH, 2013 

MARCH, 2013 WELCOME TO THE RIDGE 

3/2 – JoAnn Diana 

3/4 – Ruth D. Coleman 

3/5 – Eileen Dennis 

3/8 – Barb Edwards 

3/8 – Bill Dickson 

3/10 – Ruth Quirk 

3/12 – Lois Burbey 

3/12 – Joseph V. Ress 

3/13 – Kathy Willard 

3/14 – Cindy Suszko 

3/20 – Mary Ann Wuerth 

3/21 – Paul Bergen 

3/21 – Carolyn Hamilton 

3/22 – Carey Ashworth 

3/23 – Clarence Robinson 

3/28 – Frank Panella 

3/29 – Vancha Collins 

3/29 – Janice Durant 

3-20-1999 

Richard & Carol Lord 

3-23-1957 

Carey & Joan Ashworth 

Olga Tumey 

From Lutz, FL 

508 Klickety Klak Lane 

Mary Morales 

From 106 Coral Crest Dr. 

108 Coral Crest Drive 

Donna Griffin 

From Land O Lakes, FL 

3513 Engineer Drive 

Jack Richens 

From Beavercreek, OH 

270 Taho Circle 

Roberto & Hilda Leon 

From Plant City, FL 

406 Silver Streak Lane 

Joyce Hansen 

From Valrico, FL 

625 Klickety Klak Lane 

Wayne & Shari Franz 

From Brandon, FL 

3516 Berry Bend Road 

Strawberry Ridge 3402 Activities Lane, Valrico FL 33594 

(800) 344-8995 (813) 689-9423 

Toppings Editor: Bob Burfitt (813) 661-6895 strawtoppings@tampabay.rr.com 

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TOPPINGS DELIVERY 

Fred and Amy Lumpkins 

813-681-4813 or 812-217-0285 

Fred & Amy Lumpkins are now in charge 

of the distribution of the Toppings. Currently 

there are two routes that need a 

carrier. If you would like to volunteer to 

help deliver the Toppings one day a month 

or if you have a problem with your delivery, 

you can contact them. 

FITNESS / WELLNESS 

Join your neighbors in the fitness center 

for February Fitness Fun each Tuesday. 

Sit Fit & Fun begins at 10:30 

am. Get advice from our personal trainer 

from 9 am to 10:30 or right after class. 

Remember...it's not exercise if it's FUN!" 

Lana Coan Meskill, Blair Florida Fitness/ 

Wellness Director 

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 

COLLECTION EVENT 

March 15, 11 am - 6 pm Activity Center 

parking lot. It's time again to clean out 

your shed, kitchen cupboard, medicine 

cabinet and laundry room. See bulletin 

boards for acceptable items. If you need 

help getting your donations to the Activity 

Center, give me a call. Barb Purvis 813 

785-8040 

Toppings Distribution: Fred and Amy Lumpkins (813) 681-4813 or cell phone (812) 217-0285

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FROM THE 

MANAGER’S DESK 

By: Teresa Fuller, General Manager 

Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday, March 10 th so be sure to move 

your clocks ahead before bed on Saturday. 

STORAGE: No storage of boats, trailers, campers, tools, equipment or any other paraphernalia is allowed on your location 

unless within your utility storage shed. A Community storage area is available for such purposes. Self-propelled motor 

homes, which fit entirely under the covered carport, are acceptable, so long as no portion of the vehicle extends beyond the 

covered carport area. Repairing of vehicles, boats, motors, etc. is prohibited except in the Community storage area. All 

household items should be stored in order that it is not visible from the road. Any vehicle parked at your home site must 

have a current registration tag or could be removed from the Community at the owner’s expense.” 

Our Library, located in the Activities Center, is enjoyed by numerous residents, who have nothing but praise for how well 

organized and maintained it is. Thank you to the faithful volunteers, Janet Amon, Lucille Scodari, Beverly Ewers and Gwen 

Dominguez, who spend much time and effort to ensure our residents can continue to enjoy it. 

The Vendor’s Fair made us a profit of 1236.52. 

SELLING A HOME? 

Let one of our experienced sales professionals assist you in every way to sell your home for the best price. Stop by the 

Sales Office to discuss your buying, selling or renting needs. We have no other outside interest but you. 

Our salespeople are: Jo An Bernacki, Sandy Hanson, and Bev Sosa. Please call us at 689-9423 and we will be glad to 

assist in any way we can. 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION 

By Norm Loiselle, President 

February 2nd General Meeting Notes: 

NOTE! We were unable to get the election information out by Saturday the 16 th of February; 

therefore we will not be able to hold our Annual Election on March the 2 nd . 

It will be held on April 2 nd . 

These are the people that are running for the 3 positions on the Board: Thomas Beckmeyer, Sharon Hurley, J.W. Layden 

and Fred Pollman. 

The Treasure’s report is: Balance in Checking Account 1786.53, Legal fund 221.50 plud a CD of 6900.08 and Bingo 

1253.11. 

We have started the next phase of tree trimming consisting of Tahoe, then Caboose Lane, Boxcar Ln, Klickety Klack Ln, 

Petticoat Jct, Silver Streak, Coast Line and Station Dr. 

Our next Fund Raiser is going to be on March 16 th and it will be a Breakfast, Ham & Pancakes prepared by Tim Mosher. 

We hope to see more of you again at March 2nd General Meeting right after coffee and donuts. 

FREE COFFEE AND DONUTS—MARCH 2nd 

AT 9:00 AM IN THE CLUBHOUSE


NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH & PATROL 

By: Lisa Stropes 684 9431 

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Our next meeting is scheduled for March 12 th . Hope to see everyone in there. Do you own a bicycle? Consider registration. 

Bicycle theft is on the rise. Should a bicycle be lost or stolen, the best way to help the Sheriff’s Office locate, identify, 

and return a bicycle to its rightful owner is to register it. You can register your bicycle using the Bicycle Registration Program 

and completing the registration form found on the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office website. 

www.hcso.tampa.fl.us 

Thank you to all the volunteers! 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE FRIENDSHIP CLUB 

By: Pat Tracy 653-1110 or 404-1190 

Our February get together was a very successful Valentine's Day dinner at our local Ruby Tuesdays here in Valrico. 

There were twenty five residents and new guests who attended and all seated in our own little private area at tables of 

four. Single Red Roses were given to the ladies and Red Chocolate Hearts were presented to our gentlemen. We were 

not rushed through our dinner and enjoyed sitting and chatting with our friends even though the restaurant was packed for 

Valentine's Day. True hospitality! Anyone interested in a 25% off coupon for dining out at a Ruby Tuesdays before the 

date of March 5, 2013 please give me a call at 813-653-1110 while the supply lasts. A gift of Friendship! 

Our March meeting of Sunday the 17th falls on St .Patrick's Day and an afternoon dinner of Corned Beef and Cabbage is 

planned to be held at O'Brien's Irish Pub in Brandon. Reservations are a must one week before then because of the place 

and date. A sign up sheet will be at the Clubhouse and open to any resident or newcomer who would like to join us that 

afternoon or you may call 813-653-1110. It is with great pride that we say that the Friendship Club is one of True Friendship. 

CIAO PAT 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE VETERANS CLUB 

By: Terry M. Bobb, Secretary 661-3052 

Mark your calendars: Monthly meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 4, 2013 at 7:00 PM in the main room of the Activities 

Center. All Veterans are welcome to attend. 

We finally had enough members attend our last meeting to conduct our election of officers. They are as follows: 

President: Marty Sullivan 

Vice President: Noel Palmertree 

Secretary/Treasurer: Terry Bobb 

The terms of office will be for two (2) years. Even though we were not able to get new blood into office, the Board would 

greatly appreciate your support and your volunteering to help during our functions. 

We also had an excellent speaker at our last meeting from Liberty Manor for Veterans. The Executive Director informed 

us of the basis of the organization and for all of the work they have been doing for the homeless veterans in the Tampa 

area. 

Please support our Veterans and don’t forget our on-going donations for the Haley Cove Community Living Center. Call 

me if you need the items picked up or have any questions. 

For the new residents, our Club is open to Veterans of all branches of service as well as the veterans of our allied nations. 

If you should have any questions, please feel free to call me or visit our next meeting.

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RESIDENT TELEPHONE DIRECTORY 

By: Carol Tate 643-1015 cltate2@tampabay.rr.com 

Phone Book: I am able to update or make changes ONLY to the telephone directory. Please call the office for information 

on Birthdays, Anniversaries, Toppings articles, animal control, speeding, Club meeting dates, etc. Thanks. 

CELL PHONE DO NOT CALL REGISTRY 

To eliminate many unwanted calls you must register your cell phone number on the National DO NOT CALL list. Call the 

following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222. It will only take a minute of your time and blocks your number for 

five (5) years. You must call from the cell phone number you want to have blocked. You cannot call from a different phone 

number. It takes about 20 seconds. https://www.donotcall.gov/default.aspx 

TOPS CLUB 

By Judy Huff 681-5704 

Our TOPS Chapter that meets at the Clubhouse on Thursday mornings continues to be a success. We have had several 

new members join since the first of the year. Our weigh-ins start from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with a meeting afterwards 

from 9:15 until 10:15. We continue to have interesting programs that can motivate you to lose weight and give you the 

information you need. Anyone that is interested can come as a visitor the first time and then make a decision whether to 

join or not. This is a great support group that makes losing weight a little easier and may be just what you need to get you 

on the right track. Come check us out if you are ready to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle. 

AARP DRIVING COURSE 

SPONSORED BY SRHA 

SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2013 TIME: 9:00 AM UNTIL 3:00 PM 

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP IS THURSDAY, MARCH 7 

Once again the SRHA will be sponsoring a ONE day senior driving course at the Activity Center in Strawberry Ridge. 

Once you complete this class, you will receive a certificate. This certificate is recognized by many auto insurance companies 

for a discount on your premium. The cost is: AARP Members - $12.00: Non-AARP Members - $14.00 

A light lunch will be served during the class. Please note this is a one day class. Please contact: Lois Ragonese at 813- 

662-4752 to sign up for this class and/or if you have any questions. 

C.E.R.T. 

By: Marty Sullivan 684-2735 

Next meeting: Mar. 14th @6:30 PM 

CERT will be hosting our first fund raiser on Sunday March 10th from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. We will be serving a home 

cooked pasta dinner, Angel Hair w/ sauce and meat balls, garlic bread, salad and dessert. Wine, soda, coffee and water 

will be available. Tickets are $6.00 ea. and can be purchased from CERT members Barbra Purvis, Mae Kass, Lois Ragonese, 

Tom Berkmeyer, Irene Mack, and myself. Pat Tracy also has tickets. This will be a good way to support the Strawberry 

Ridge CERT group and enjoy a home cooked meal with friends and neighbors Thank you for your support.


WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO 

By: Tom & Alcine O’Toole 689-5436 

We are having great turnouts for Bingo. The prizes are bigger and the players like it very much. We have 3 Strawberry jars 

that have reached $100.00. Would really like to see a couple of them go soon. Thanks to everyone that is playing, and lets 

keep the good crowds up. Bingo for March is Mar. 6th and Mar 20th. Hope to see you all there. Thank you very much for 

your support. Also a special thanks go to all of our volunteers.Tom & Alcine 

BUNCO 

By: Sue Garno 412-2575 

Well it’s almost spring! The Northerners have had their share of bad weather this year, so if you are still staying here, come 

on out and enjoy a rousing afternoon of bunco! We will be playing on the 7th and 21st of this month back at the Activity 

Center. Come a little early to meet and greet your friends. We play starting at 1:00 p.m. and end around 3 p.m. Bring $1 to 

play, and you may get that back (and more) the same day!! Whomever gets Bubbles last gets the first payout! It is a really 

fun afternoon playing this easy dice game, so come on out and join us! We take a short break between sets, and we usually 

have some goodies to share then. We look forward to seeing you!! 

PS: Thanks much to Barb Knecht and Trude Zukowski for helping me out when I could not make it to bunco in Feb. – I appreciate 

both of you helping me when I need you, much thanks!!! And I really missed seeing everyone!!) 

THE BERRY CLAY PIT 

By: Barb Edwards, Teacher 643-6067 

CLASSES: TUESDAY - 6 P.M. TO 9 P.M…..THURSDAY / SATURDAY - 9 A.M. TO NOON 

We had our first seminar for the new year last month. Twenty people participated. Everyone made a trivet and graffitoed a 

pattern on the top of it. It was fun and everyone did a good job. Now a lot of us are making bunnies for Easter. Everyone is 

doing such a great job. Hope that everyone has a wonderful Easter. 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE ART GUILD 

By: Wilma Hall 689-8788 

The Guild is holding together but we need more artists. Please come and see if you would like create a masterpiece—you 

never know until you try! I have been painting for over forty years and I can help you get started and go from there. This is 

the place to see if you are going to enjoy being an artist. Oh yes, it’s really fun to be with other artist. 

Rhythm Band Show 

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Mark your calendar so you don't miss the new Strawberry Rhythm Band Show on March 9th at 

7 p.m. in the Clubhouse. The Band has been busy rehearsing for this annual concert and we 

hope you will come out for an evening of music and fun. We always have a good time and you 

will have a lot of laughs at our efforts to entertain you. This is a free concert 

50/50 tickets will be on sale

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Hardcover Fiction: 

Drama City 

George Pelecano 

When The Heart Cries 

Cindy Woodsmall 

Let Them Eat Cake 

Sandra Byrd 

The Shoemaker's Wife 

Adriana Trigian 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE COMPUTER CLUB 

By: Chris Ritter 654-2940 and Carol Tate 643-1015 

NEXT MEETING THURSDAY, March 21st, at 7:00 PM at the ACTIVITY CENTER 

http://strawberryridgecomputerclub.blogspot.com/ 

Spring has arrived in StrawBerry Ridge. Why not “spring” over to the Computer Club meeting and see what they are working 

on. Do you know how to keep your computer in good running condition? Do you know how to avoid getting a virus? Do 

you have a new tablet device? If so, plan to come to the Activity Center by 6:00PM and join the group of people working on 

them. Club Reps will be on hand from 6:00PM to give individual help also. Regular meeting starts at 7:00PM. Dues are 

only $1 each time you attend. If you have a question or suggestion for our meetings, please e-mail them to 

caritter@tampabay.rr.com. 

Paperback Fiction: 

Ted And Destiny 

Sheryl Woods 

The Hotel Vendome 

Danielle Steel 

Summer Days 

Susan Mallory 

Family Blessings 

Fern Michales 

THANK YOU 

Thank you to all the caring friends for the visits, cards, phone calls, and prayers during my hospitalization and stay at rehab. 

Also thanks for the help walking my dog Jenny—it was much appreciated. I am so blessed to live here at Strawberry 

Ridge. 

Sandy Jaconetta 

Thank you to everybody that wrote, called, or brought us food, it was really appreciated. Also thanks to the folks that hauled 

us around: Garland & Sharon McHenry, Don Cofrancesco and Bob Coleman—Absolutely Grand! And thanks to the gang at 

the pool hall—what a nice gesture on your part—very touching. 

Keith and Beverly Ewers 

Thank you to everyone who sent cards and visited after the passing of my husband, Joe Wilson 

Juanita Wilson 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE LIBRARY 

By: Janet Amon 654-8664 Lucille Scodari 684-0590 

Beverly Ewers Gwen Dominguez 

PLEASE, DO NOT DONATE MORE THAN TEN BOOKS AT ONE TIME 

Hardcover Mystery: 

Seizure 

Robin Cook 

Survivor In Death 

J. D. Robb 

Predator 

Patricia Cornwell 

Fire Sale 

Sara Paretsky 

Paperback Mystery: 

The Search 

Nora Roberts 

Power Down 

Ben Coes 

Zero Day 

David Baldacci 

The Sins Of The Father 

Jeffrey Archer

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STRAWBERRY SINGERS 

By: Sylvia Haywood - 436-0387 

It is almost time!!! On Saturday evening, March 23, 2013 at 7:00 PM, in the Clubhouse, the StrawBerry Singers will help 

you "Get Happy" with old familiar songs that will tickle your fancy and, hopefully, put a smile on your face. Our Director 

Don Head and all the members of the Singers delight in preparing and presenting two concerts each year, one at Christmas 

and one to welcome Spring into our lives. It really gives us a wonderful feeling of accomplishment to see the smiles 

and hear the wonderful compliments after our show. We would love to share those feelings with you, so please consider 

joining the StrawBerry Singers in the Fall when we once again prepare to entertain the residents of the best place in Florida 

to live and enjoy life! 

Have a wonderful summer! Have fun, but be safe - we need to see you here for our next concert! God Bless America! 

STRAWBERRY RIDGE SEWING AND CRAFT CLUB 

By: Terry Bobb, Chairman 661-3052 

Our Annual Craft Fair is scheduled for October 12, 2013 and I already have six (6) tables reserved. It is not too early to 

be thinking about the possibility of selling some of your own hand made crafts. You will have several months to prepare, 

so this is food for thought. 

Several of our members are crocheting twin sized afghans to be donated to Liberty Manor for Veterans. This organization 

provides housing for the homeless veterans in the Tampa area. A heartfelt “Thank You” for those who have donated 

afghans. This is such a worthwhile project and we enjoy doing what we can for those who served their country. We will 

also accept any donations of yarn and we will make the Afghans. 

Our club is open to all residents who enjoy crafting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, etc. We meet every Monday afternoon 

from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Craft Room located in the Ceramics Shop. Visitors are also welcome at any time. Bring 

your project and join us for a couple hours of fun and conversation. We don’t have officers and we don’t collect dues. 

This is just an informal group who has a lot of fun on Mondays. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at the number listed above. 

TRAVEL CLUB 

By: Kathy Snodgrass 651-0704 

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THERE WILL BE NO MARCH MEETING due to a lot of members going on a cruise that week.....Next meeting will be 

APRIL 5th.......We have many great trips coming up! March 16th is Joseph and the Amazing Dream Coat at the Show 

Palace Dinner Theater in Hudson, with a Buffet lunch.... 

April 13th we are going to the Der Dutchman Amish Restaurant and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens...What a great day 

this will be! Our lunch will be served family style. There is ample time allowed for shopping in the beautiful Gift Shop and 

Bakery! Next stop, the Botanical Gardens, which is a 9 acre botanical oasis! It is the perfect place to go and soak in the 

peaceful ambience! 

May 5-8th is a trip to New York City. May 17-31 is an Alaska Cruise Tour. July 4-5th Independence Day Celebration in St 

Augustine by Motor coach...The Oldest City in Florida! August 27-30th is a trip to Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach....End of 

summer getaway by Motor coach. September 6-13 is a trip to the Northern National Parks....includes air and bus transportation 

and meals...! We have a great cruise planned for 2014 on CELEBRITY! February 22-March 1st! Eastern Caribbean, 

with stops in Puerto Rico, St Thomas, and St Maarten! We have a lot more trips that we are planning, so, stop by 

our meeting and enjoy the fun! Love to see you!

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FUN AND GAMES 

MAH JONGG 

By: Carolyn Hamilton 728-6399 

We welcome spring this month after being blessed with a great Florida winter. Sandy Pagano won first place with 18 

games while second place was won by Pat Wierzbicki and me with 12 games each. Pat will be moving soon to be near her 

children. She sure enjoys playing Mah Jongg and we sure hope she will remain with us for at least three more months. In 

third place with 11 games each was Mary Bergen and Ruth Tashman. Mary had a good month with the wedding of her son 

Paul. Ruth’s month was not so good as she totaled her car in an accident. So sorry Ruth! We of the Mah Jongg group 

wish you a fun St. Patties day and a happy Easter. 

THE PINOCHLE CLUB 

By: Margaret Adams 657-7710 

The high scores for January 2013/February 2013 for four games went to: 

Four Handed Six Handed 

Margaret Adams - 1,470 Lee Ann Ziarno - 1,848 

Ginger Stephens - 1,195 Carolyn Hamilton - 1,681 

Lea Ann Ziarno - 1,182 Judy Huff - 1,498 

The high score for one hand of six handed goes to: Carolyn Hamilton, Judy Huff and Lea Ann Ziarno with a score 458. 

The high score for one hand of four handed goes to: Helen Frydrych and Lea Ann Ziarno with a score of 579. 

We did not play any three handed games this month. We always welcome new players. We play every Friday evening at 

7 P.M. at the Activity Center. 

THE GIN RUMMY CLUB 

By: Don Cofrancesco President 436-0882 

Unfortunately, the back to the wall team refuses to split up so the team with their backs to the door continue to lose every 

week and no one in Strawberry Ridge has come forward to help us beat them. If you have some time any Thursday evening 

at 6:45 come on down to the back of the Activity Center by the kitchen and join us in a few games and bring a friend. In 

spite of half of us losing every week we still have a lot of fun trying. 

DOMINOES—MEXICAN TRAIN 

By: Sandy Jaconetta—324-7985 

Interest has been voiced to begin playing the dominoes game Mexican Train. It is scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 

from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM in the Activity Center. Please come out and have fun with this fascinating dominoes 

game. 

MICHIGAN RUMMY 

By: Sandy Jaconetta 324-7985 

The game resumed in January and is played on Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM in the clubhouse. This card game is easy to 

learn, ever changing, and fun. Welcome to “snow birds” Jean Rego and Mary Kendall. Come on out and join us.


RAC COMMITTEE NEWS: 

By: Joyce Murray 777-8332 

Chairperson: Joyce Murray 777-8332 – Neptune1131@verizon.net – Phase 5 

Co-Chairperson: Alcine O’Toole 689-5436 – Alcine22@aol.comj – Phase 6 

J.W. Layden 695-3928 – cruise_control_5@yahoo.com – Phase 3 

Pat Tracey 653-1110 – Pfttpa1@aol.cokm – Phase 1 

Brenda McElfresh 719-0629- Brendagirl41hotmail.com- Phase 3 

Mary Lynn Strasavich 689-1126 – No email – Phase 3 

Sylvia Hayward 436-0387 – shaywood_58@hotmail.com – Phase 7 

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If you have any ideas to improve the park or problems that need to be addressed please contact one of the members 

above. We will be more than happy to talk with you and see what can be done. Please remember that Strawberry Ridge 

RAC is not a neighbor against neighbor committee. We are trying to improve the quality of the park and our lives here in 

the park. 

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 7:00 at the Activity center. We will then be meeting with Mr. Bob 

Young the next day, March 13, 2013. If you have concerns you would like presented to Mr. Young and management, 

please attend the March 12th meeting and the committee will then discuss them with management. 

The RAC Committee met on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. in the activity center. We had two members who 

were unable to attend the meeting with residents from the park in attendance. 

The following items were discussed: 

(1) Extend the hours for Mulrennan Gate 

(2) Clean the rust spots at the bottom of the outdoor pool and drain to get rid of the rust in the water 

(3) Allow rent and utilities with credit cards: 

(4) Add different color of paint on tennis court to play pickle ball 

(5) Tear up shuffle board at front office for a parking lot 

(6) Clean outdoor furniture more often. 

We will be checking on these items and have a response to you at a later date. 

Items checked on with management: 

(1) If a tree is blown down due to storms and falls on a home, it is the homeowner’s responsibility for the tree and 

damages through their homeowners insurance. If the tree falls across the road the roadway, it is management’s responsibility 

to remove it. 

(2) the solar systems at the outdoor pool will only keep the pool warm if the sun is shining. If there is no sun there 

will be no warm pool. 

Please come and check out your new RAC Committee at our next meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in 

the Activity Center. You are always welcome.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING 

IN MARCH ?? 

RHYTHM BAND 

SHOW 

MARCH 9TH—7:00 PM 

IN THE CLUBHOUSE 

SUNDAY 

MARCH 10th 2PM — 4 PM 

C.E.R.T. 

PASTA DINNER 

IN THE CLUBHOSE 

SRHA PANCAKE AND 

HAM BREAKFAST 

MARCH 16TH 



HAZADROUS MATERIAL 

COLLECTION 

MARCH 15TH 

ACTIVITY CENTER 

PARKING LOT 

BINGO 

WEDNESDAY 

MARCH 10th 

MARCH 6TH AND 

MARCH 20TH 

7 PM IN CLUBHOUSE 

FREE 

SPRING 

CONCERT 

MARCH 23rd AT 7 PM 


SUNDAY 

MARCH 

31st

2 PM 

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CLUBHOUSE 

SUNDAY 

5:30 Ping Pong 

MONDAY 

9 AM Open Tennis 

9 AM Aqua fit #1 

10 AM Aqua Fit #2 

7 PM Line Dancing 

TUESDAY 



10:00 AM Rhythm Band 


6:30 PM Michigan Rummy 

WEDNESDAY 




10 AM Line Dance 

7 PM BINGO 

(1st and 3rd Wed.) 

THURSDAY 

8:30 AM TOPS 



7 PM Penny Pokeno 

7 PM Nickel Pokeno 

FRIDAY 




1:00 PM Strawberry Singers 


6 PM Play 65 

SATURDAY 



ACTIVITY CENTER 

SUNDAY 

NONE 

MONDAY 

9:30 AM Bridge 

11 AM Sit & Be Fit 

(in Aerobics room) 

1 PM Crafts (FC) 

6:30 PM Ladies Poker 

TUESDAY 

9 AM Fitness trainer 

9 AM Bridge 

9:30 AM Shuffle Board 

10:30 AM Fit-n-Fun 

Noon—Billiards 

6 PM Ceramics 

6:30 PM Men’s Poker 

7 PM Mah Jongg 

WEDNESDAY 

1PM Mexican Train 

(2nd and 4th Wed.) 

THURSDAY 

9 AM Bridge 

9 AM Ceramics 

9:30 AM Shuffle Board 

9:30 AM Art Guild 

Noon—Billiards 

1 PM Mah Jongg 

1 PM Bunco 

(1st and 3rd Thru) 

6:45 PM Gin Rummy 

7:00 PM Euchre 

FRIDAY 

11 AM Sit & Be Fit 

(In Aerobics room) 

7:00 PM Pinochle 

SATURDAY 

9 AM Ceramics 

9:30 AM Shuffle Board


When my grandson asked me how old I was, I 

teasingly replied, "I'm not sure." "Look in your 

underwear, Grandpa," he advised "Mine says 

I'm 4 to 6." 

If at first you don't succeed, 

skydiving is not for you. 

Eagles may soar, but 

weasels don't get 

sucked into 

jet engines. 

A second grader came home from school and 

said to her grandmother, "Grandma, guess 

what? We learned how to make babies today." 

The grandmother, more than a little surprised, 

tried to keep her cool. "That's interesting." she 

said... "How do you make babies?" 

"It's simple," replied the girl.. "You just change 

'y' to 'i' and add 'es'." 

My grandson was visiting one day when he asked, "Grandma, 

do you know how you and God are alike?" I mentally polished 

my halo and I said, "No, how are we alike?'' "You're both old," 

he replied. 

My Grandparents 

are funny, when 

they bend over, 

you hear gas leaks 

and they blame 

their dog. 

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I only know the names of 

two angels, 

Hark and Harold. 

Gregory, age 5

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AVON PRODUCTS 

Campaign 7 is my last one on 3/24. 

Interested in Selling Avon? 

Call Lois Chase: 651-9016 

THOMAS LOCKSMITH SERVICE 

Locks – Installed – Repaired – Rekeyed 

Keys Made on the Spot 

Locked Out? Fast Service – Low Rates 

Call Tom: (813) 323-2020 

DEBORAH STARRY LAWN & LANDSCAPES 

Complete Makeovers, Sod (Install & Repair) 

Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, Weeding 

Tree & Hedge Trimming, Complete Lawn Care 

Call Deborah & Earl Starry: 657-9647 

BILL JR.’S HOME SERVICES 

We do it all. No job too large or too small. 

Hang a picture to full renovations. 

Highest Quality & Lowest Prices. 100% Satisfaction. 

Call Bill Jr: (813) 526-5568 

EZ BAY POWER WASH 

Hello Neighbor! Safe and reliable power wash, 

soft wash and exterior cleaning for your home. 

FREE estimates & 10% discount for Strawberry Ridge residents. 

Call Ed: (813) 685-1144 

*HOME INTERIORS* 

Have a home party and earn free items. 

Florals, wall art, candles, pottery. 

Call Susan: 585-500-8930 

WOMEN’S & CHILDREN’S CLOTHING ALTERATIONS - 

Professional seamstress & international clothing & costume designer 

Will pickup & deliver & in-home fittings 

Affordable pricing & discounts: 399-2919 

SAM THE CARPET CLEANING MAN 

Affordable Pricing, Quality Workmanship, Dependable 

Call: Sam Farmer: 662-9032 

7AM to 9PM 


CLASSIFIED RESIDENT ADS ONLY Five Lines—45 SPACES PER LINE—FOR $5.00. Call 813-689-9423 to Inquire. 

TLC PET SITTERZ 

With over 20 years pet sitting experience 

We love animals & cater to your pets’ needs 

Plus avidly work with animal rescues 

Economic/reliable Juanilla & Dennis: 399-2919 

SENIOR CARE GIVER 

Will do errands, clean house, mow lawns 

Also licensed beautician & barber 

Call Mina: 650-0722 

PRESERVE THOSE SPECIAL MOVIES, 

FAMILY VHS TAPES. 

Transfer them to DVD's. Prices Reasonable. 

Call Pat Tracy: (813) 653-1110 or 

Cell phone (813) 404-1190 

MIKE’S MISC. 

Lawn Mowing, Pressure Washing 

Small Odd Jobs (no job too small) 

Free estimates / Taking pride in every job 

Call Mike: (813) 784-0662 

ROGER’S PLUMBING 

30 Years Experience 

Hot Water Heaters, Faucets, Toilets. All plumbing needs. 

Honest & affordable prices. 

Call Roger: (813) 294-1563 

JAN’S PET CARE SERVICE – 

Experienced Pet Care! My service provides: Walking, Sitting & 

Day Care. Your pet will feel like part of a loving & caring family. 

Great Prices! Call Jan today: (813) 679-1333 

SAM THE PRESSURE WASHING MAN 

Affordable Pricing, Quality Workmanship, Dependable 

Call: Sam Farmer: 662-9032 

7AM to 9PM 

DAVE’S HANDYMAN SERVICES 

Rescreen Patios, Carpentry, Gutters, Subfloor Repair/ 

Replacement, Pressure Washing, Plumbing, Hot Water Heaters, 

Lawn Services 

Call Dave: 610-0361 – FREE Estimates


JEFF’S MOWING 

(813) 335-3582 

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FULL MAINTENANCE LAWN CARE 

Includes hedging, mowing, blowing, 

and trimming—$40.00 per month 

PRESSURE WASHING—$55.00 

GUTTER CLEANING—$25.00

(863) 667-0700 

4761 US 92 EAST 

LAKELAND / AUBURNDALE 

WWW.JRGOLFCARTS.NET 

High Speed 

Motors 

Any model 20—27 mph 

Pick—Up 

6 NEW BATTERIES 

6 VOLT 

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2-4-6 PASSENGER 

CAR RENTALS 

$390.00 

8 VOLT 

JR GOLF CARTS 

25 REBUILT CARTS - COMPLETE 

FROM BUMPER TO BUMPER 

$474.00 

FREE 

PICK UP AND 

DELIVERY 

18 Years Experience 

Honest and Reliable 

Sales and Service 

On All Models 

Custom Seat Covers 

Parts Department 

D.O.T. Tires 

Accessories 

Installed 

6 NEW BATTERIES 

6 VOLT 

$440.00 


8 VOLT 

$524.00

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M.H.’S $60—$80 


FREE SERVICE CALL


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