June/July - Village Walk of Bonita Springs

June/July 2013Upcoming EventsJune5 Mix Masters7 Butterfly Estates and lunch13 Psychic Luncheon14 Cocktails & Conversations15 Orchids feeding and disease16 Father’s Day Deep Sea Fishing18 Dinner Cruise19 Trivia Night21 BOGO Sunset Cruise27 Matinee Movie29 Big M CasinoThursday, July 4th • Boarding 7 PM Depart 7:30 PMReturn Following FireworksEnjoy the Naples 4th of July Fireworks from the bestview possible...on the water on the two story DoubleSunshine!Your trip includes: cruise, two drink tickets, light horsd’oeuvres and, of course, the beautiful Naples FireworksShow launched from the Naples Pier. Cost is $65.00 perperson and seating is limited. This boat sells out everyyear and VillageWalk has 33 spots booked. All reservationsmust be received by June 21st. If we don’t sell all of our spots by Friday,June 21 we must give them back to Pure Naples. Don’t delay, sign up today forthis amazing trip!!July4 Fireworks Cruise6 Dolphin Explorer9 Dinner Cruise on Naples Princess12 Deep Sea Fishing12 Cocktails and Conversations14 Sleeping Beauty17 Build A Salad Luncheon18 Trivia Night23 Movie Matinee26 Big M Casino Trip27 Jet Boat Ride31 Lunch Cruise Naples Princess“Turning Houses into Homes and Customers into Homeowners for Life.”

Special EventsBig M CasinoVillageWalk residents and their guestsare invited to play aboard theBig M Casino boat on Saturday,June 29 for $20.00 per person! Stepaboard SOUTHWEST FLORIDA’SONLY LUXURIOUS 162’ GamblingShip! Enjoy blackjack, roulette, let- it-ride, 3 card poker,video poker, wheel of fortune, and various slot machines.All casino gambling cruises have a superb AllYou Can Eat Buffet. For this special night cruise ticketsfor boarding and buffet are only $20.00 per person!Don’t miss the live entertainment on the top deck!Please RSVP for this trip at least 7 days prior. No exceptionson the RSVP date please. When registering pleaseleave your name, address and a cell phone number. TheBig M Casino Cruise goes out from 6:00-11:45 p.m. forthis night trip. The boat will be leaving from Moss Marinawhich is located at 450 Harbor Court, Fort MyersBeach. Check in and boarding with photo ID will begin45 minutes prior to departure time. Although there is acasual dress code, please keep in mind gentlemen no cutoff sleeves or tank tops allowed. Directions are availableat the HOA Office. You must be checked in and boardedon the boat 15 minutes prior to departure. Please callthe HOA Office today to register at 949-9909.Painting Glasses atMasterpiece MixersWednesday, June 5th 10:00 a.m.-NoonA morning of fun andcreativity! “It’s Fun Art,Not Fine Art!” MasterpieceMixers presents this fun andsocial class where you willchoose your own designs,patterns and colors to createtwo pieces of artistic glassware. An assortment ofstencils will be available or you may paint your owncreative design on your choice of two wine glasses orbeer mugs. Instruction will be given throughout theclass showing various techniques and tips. All glasswareto be painted and art materials are provided.Written instructions will be given on how to “cure“the glassware at home so that it can be washed andused for years to come. (It’s a very simple process!)Cost is $25.00 per person with a minimum of 10.Food and beverage is permitted and so is BYOB. RSVPto the HOA Office by June 3.Butterfly Estates Tour, Lunch& Butterfly ReleaseFriday, June 7th 11 AM TourNoon Lunch/1:30 PM Butterfly ReleaseA wonderful day in theheart of Summer! Surroundyourself with thousands ofbutterflies as we tour the gardensof the Butterfly Estatesin downtown Ft. Myers! Theday begins with a butterflypresentation in the ButterflyConservatory featuring 3,614square feet of glazed glasscomplete with cascading waterfalls,lush tropical plantsand butterflies that astound guests with their beauty.Next, our outdoor adventure starts in the butterfly gardens.Gardeners are on hand to provide information andto answer questions. After our tour, we visit Flutterby’sCafé for lunch. After lunch you may return to the gardensor visit Caterpillars, a gift shop with an ice creamand fudge factory! The finale is the butterfly release at1:30 PM in the conservatory! Cost is $29.00 per personand your entrée selection is required with your reservation.Menu descriptions available at the HOA Office,also includes beverage. RSVP required by June 3.See the HOA Office for reservations. The gardens arelocated at 1815 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901.Please arrive at 10:45 a.m. for check in.Psychic LuncheonThursday, June 13 • 12:00 noon • Town CenterWe will have a short lecture followedby a question and answer period with Mrs.Louise Woods. She will be offering minireadings from your personal photos if youchoose to bring one. Mrs. Woods will getto as many people as she can in the timeallotted. This is a fun, light afternoon and, if you wish toshare, bring your photos or just learn and observe. If youwish to ask questions but don’t feel comfortable sharingpersonal information with the group, you may write yourquestion down on a piece of paper and she will answerthem throughout the luncheon. The cost for the luncheonand reading is $18.00 per person. Get your friendstogether and get ready to be intrigued! Please RSVP forthis luncheon by Monday, June 10. june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 3

Special Events (cont.)Trivia NightWednesday, June 19 & Thursday, July 186:00-8:00 p.m.Come test your knowledge! Trivianights are informal, fun competitionswhere teams battle to see who has thegreatest knowledge of matters trivial.Test your knowledge with categoriesincluding, but not limited to, sports, geography, entertainment,science and literature. The winners are theteam which, at the end of the night, have correctly answeredthe most number of questions. Teams consist of8 people. To reserve a full table at time of sign-up, youmust pay for all 8 spots no matter how many people areon your team. This will close the table. Please comewith a team name in mind so we can begin on time!Don’t worry if you don’t have a team, we can matchyou up! Price is $5.00 per person. Please bring snacksto share with your team at half-time. Non-alcoholicbeverages and water will be provided. Get your neighborstogether and get registered!BOGO Sunset CruiseFriday, June 21 • 7:15 p.m. (Check in at 6:45 p.m.)Sunsets to the west over the Gulf of Mexico arespectacular when viewed from the Gordon Pass or nearCoastal Naples. To end, or BEGIN an evening, the 1.5hour Sunset Cruise on-board the M/V Double Sunshineincludes the popular sights of wildlife, mansions andstories of Naples’ colorful history, evening lights of theriver plus you can enjoy a drink on board. Tickets forthis sunset cruise are buy one get one free! $32.00 percouple or $16.00 per person. Pure Naples is located at1200 Fifth Avenue South (US 41 E) Naples, FloridaUSA 34102. Please see the HOA Office for reservations.20 spots available!Italian Buffet at Railhead CafeSaturday, June 22 • 5:30pmSalad Bar, Anti-pasta salad-Assortedmeats and cheeses served, marinatedvegetables, Grilled Vegetabletray, Baked Lasagna, Make yourpasta with tri-colored tortellini, pennepasta, sauces available are marinara,Alfredo, pesto accompanied with assortedtoppings and cheeses, ChickenPiccata, Baked Fish Arreganato, Swai fish baked withoregano, lemon, white wine and olive oil, Dessert Buffet.$14.95++ call 239-221-7093 for reservationsAttention all RESIDENTS!!Breakfast at WimbledonSunday, July 7th, 2013 • 9:00 a.m.(Doors open 8:30 a.m.) • $15.p/pEnjoy a delicious hot breakfast featuring Waffle Station, Eggs withtoppings, Bacon, Sausage, Quiche, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, freshfruit bowl, muffins and more. Also included are the Wimbledon traditionalStrawberries and Cream, free Mimosa’s and Bloody Marys all whilewatching the men’s finals of Wimbledon on the big screen in the TownCenter. Please don’t be Gobsmacked and miss a great breakfast andgreat fun!!! Please RSVP to the HOA Office by Monday, July 1, 2013Matinee Movie and Pizza!Enjoy this free movie and, if you would like for $3.00per person, you will receive one slice of pizza, popcornand beverage. The food is optional, the movie is FREE forall residents and guests. If you are opting in for the food allreservations must be received 72 hours before the event forplanning purposes. Please RSVP to the HOA Office today!The Guilt TripThursday, June 27 • 2:00 p.m.Rated-PG -13 • Run Time - 95 minutesBarbra Streisand and Seth Rogen arethe perfect comedy duo as they embarkon one mother of a road trip! Theplan for a quick stop at Mom’s takesa sudden turn when an impulse compelsAndy (Seth Rogen) to invite hismother, Joyce (Barbra Streisand), onan 8-day, 3,000 mile, journey across the country. But thefarther they go, the closer they get and Andy may realizethat they have more in common than he ever imagined.Safe HavenTuesday, July 23 • 2:00 p.m.Rated- PG-13 • Run Time - 120 minutesJosh Duhamel and Julianne Houghstar in this spellbinding romantic dramabased on the novel by best-sellingauthor Nicholas Sparks (The Notebook).When a mysterious, beautifulwoman named Katie (Hough), movesto Southport, North Carolina, shesparks the interest of the locals, especiallyAlex (Duhamel), a handsome widower. Althoughshe is attracted to Alex, Katie is reluctant to trust him- that is, until a new friend (Cobie Smulders) convincesher to give Alex a chance. But before long, a dark secretfrom Katie’s past threatens her happiness in this thrillingromance directed by Lasse Hallstr”m (Dear John). june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 5

Special Events (cont.)BIG M Casino TripFriday, July 26Step aboard SOUTHWESTFLORIDA’S ONLYLUXURIOUS 162’ GamblingShip! Enjoy blackjack,roulette, let- it-ride, 3 cardpoker, video poker, wheel offortune, and various slot machines.All casino gambling cruises have a superbAll You Can Eat Buffet. For this special day cruisetickets for boarding and buffet are only $15.00 perperson! Please RSVP for this trip at least 7 days prior.No exceptions on the RSVP date please. When registeringplease leave your name, address and a cell phonenumber. The Big M Casino Cruise goes out from10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for this day trip. The boat willbe leaving from Moss Marina which is located at450 Harbor Court, Fort Myers Beach. Check in andboarding with photo ID will begin 45 minutes prior todeparture time. As there is a casual dress code, pleasekeep in mind gentlemen no cut off sleeves or tank topsallowed. Directions are available at the HOA Office.You must be checked in and boarded on the boat 15minutes prior to departure. Please call the HOA Officetoday to register at 949-9909.Sunset Socials!Friday, June 28 & Friday, July 26Join VillageWalk residents the 4th Friday of the monthat Barefoot Beach to enjoy the sunset. We will meet atthe North Entrance of the park at 6:15 p.m., just look forthe colorful wind sock. Please BYOB and everything youmight need. If you have questions, please contact Kim atkbenthusen@gmail.com.Jazz on the GulfThese summer concerts are featured at the NaplesBeach Hotel located at 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples,FL 34102. You may call the hotel directly for moreinformation by dialing (239) 261-2222Saturday, June 15th Alan Darcy GroupSaturday, July 20th – Late Nite BrassSaturday, August 24th VodkanautsSaturday, September 21 – Betty FoxConcerts begin at 7 PM. Free trolley service from LaudermilkPark every 20 minutes. Bring your own seating.No coolers permitted. Food & Beverage for sale at event.Dolphin ExplorerDiscovery, Adventure & LearningMeet the Bottlenose Dolphin of Naples &Marco Island on Saturday, July 6thTo-date, more than 140 area dolphinshave been photo-identified, cataloged and named by residentsand visitors to our area. Meet Captain Hook, BabyHilton, See-You-Jimmy, Oscar, Nibbles, Jason and manymore …Find who they hang out with and how they sleep.Learn about “yoyo flips”, “play dates”, “shadowing” and“aunties”. We invite you to join us to learn more aboutyour aquatic neighbors. This 3 hour experience is just$40.00 per person with a 20 person minimum, or $55.00person regular price. Children are ½ price. Reservationsmust be made by Friday, June 28th. Check in at the MarcoRiver Marina located at 951 Bald Eagle Drive, MarcoIsland at 8:45 a.m., departing promptly at 9:00 a.m. We’llstop for 30 minutes of shelling, and gratuity is not included.Please see the HOA Office for reservations.Christmas In JulyFood Drive and Social!Monday, July 8 - Friday, July 12 VillageWalk of Bonita will behosting a food drive for the Bonita Springs Assistance Office. TheSummer months are the slowest for the food pantry and manytimes the shelves are empty in the summer months. Please drop offnon-perishable items to the Post Office or the Town Center duringthis week to help our local community. On Saturday, July 13 we willcelebrate with a Christmas in July social at the Town Center from7:00-9:00 p.m. Christmas Cookies and Non-Alcoholic beverageswill be provided. Karaoke the night away to Christmas music andmuch more. Feel free to come in holiday attire if you wish to get intothe spirit. The social is free but we are asking that each individualbring a bag of canned goods to the event for the Assistance Office.All reservations must be made by Thursday, July 11 for planningpurposes. Call the HOA office to register 949-9909. We are lookingfor a small Karaoke Machine to be used for the evening. If you haveone the Town Center could use for the evening of giving, pleasecall Michelle at 949-9909.Pig Roast Buffet at Railhead CaféJuly 20th 2012• 5:30pmWhole Roasted PigSalad bar includes Potato Salad, pasta salad,Cole slaw, house salad and fresh fruit saladCorn Bread Muffins, Sliced Watermelon, BBQChicken , Fried Fish, Black eyed peas and gravy, CornOn The Cobb, Herb and Garlic Roasted Potatoes, DessertStation - including pies, cookies and brownies.$13.95pp. call for reservations 221-70936 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

Special Events (cont.)Half Day Deep Sea Fishingon the Lady BrettFriday, July 12 • 7:30 a.m. DepartureEnjoy the afternoon on theGulf of Mexico, a great wayto spend the day! Departingfrom Tin City for a half dayof deep sea fishing. Cruisingat 18 knots, catch: grouper,snapper, kingfish, mackerel and cobia. Rod and reel,bait, fishing license and tax are included. Bring a smallcooler with beer, soda and/or lunch. Comfort facilitiesavailable on board. Cost is $55.00 per person. 7 daycancellation policy applies. A minimum of 10 with amaximum of 20 for this trip. Please stop into the HOAOffice by Friday, July 5 for reservations.Building a Salad Luncheon!Wednesday, July 17It’s something new and differentfor VillageWalk! Joinus for a fun social to get toknow your neighbors! Hereis how it works...Tables willconsist of 8 people. There aresign up sheets at the HOAOffice with items that need to be purchased to create anamazing salad! This is an informal afternoon of fun andsocializing. At the end, stay and play a variety of games,bunco, euchre, Canasta; just make sure to bring yourown gaming supplies!Each table of 8 will sign up to bring all the fixings fora mouth watering salad!(see HOA Office to sign up).Person 1) Lettuce and SpinachPerson 2) Tomatoes & 1 Bottle of DressingPerson 3 Celery & OnionsPerson 4) Croutons & 1 bottle of Salad DressingPerson 5) Shredded Cheese & Topping of ChoicePerson 6) Carrots & WalnutsPerson 7) Broccoli & MushroomsPerson 8) Bacon Bits & CranberriesCost is only $3 per person and includes: Special bread,Iced Tea, dessert, water, cups, plates and all silverware.All other beverages are BYOB. Sign up for a full tableor meet new people. Please RSVP to the HOA Officeby Friday, July 12. If this takes off we will try differenttheme nights/days throughout the summer months!High Speed Jet BoatExcursionSaturday, July 27th 11:00 a.m. (check in 10:45 a.m.)Join us as we hop on the latest addition to Pure Naples…theirJet Boat…Odin! Cruising through NaplesBay by Keewaydin Island and into the Gulf of Mexico.This fun high speed activity is not for young childrenor anyone with heart or back issues. Please be advised,you will be required to sign a medical release prior toboarding. Maximum of 10! Cost is $24 per person.A 7 day cancellation policy applies. RSVP to theHOA Office by Monday, July 22nd.Naples PrincessLunch Cruise!Special Pricing for VillageWalk ResidentsWednesday, July 31Boarding at 12noon, Cruise 12:30-2:00 p.m.Enjoy a Sea Breeze LunchBuffet while we cruise thewaters of Naples Bay andthe Gulf of Mexico in airconditionedcomfort andluxury. You’ll also enjoyour narrated tour of the PortRoyal and Royal Harbor waterfronts, and view localwildlife including eagles, playful dolphins, herons,pelicans and more. The Sea Breeze Lunch Buffet menufeatures a delicious variety of culinary delights offeringsomething appealing for everyone! Upscale sliced delimeats, assorted premium cheeses, Fresh bakery buns,breads & rolls, Pasta salads of various selections, assortedchips, homemade cookies, and more! This cruiseis normally $46.64 per person but VillageWalk residentsand guests cruise for only $28.00 inclusive of taxand gratuity! All reservations must be made at the HOAOffice by Monday, July 29. june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 7

All OccasionsJUNE BIRTHDAYSAnnMarie Cappadona • Marita FlachJohn Flach • Carol MiglioresJane Varrano • Gerri BurkeJeannie Ensminger • Bill HedgesDonald CordesJUNE ANNIVERSARIESSandy & Dick ButtonRosanne & Bob SonnerBill & Jane HedgesJohn & Liz KisbacTony & Rita CavallroJULY BIRTHDAYSLoretta Cook • Joyce DePigianNice Ferrante • Tom HubbellSheila Kelley • Lynn Muro • Brenda PetersBarbara Tamborino • Julie SmithJuly AnniversaryDonald & Peg CordesIf you have a special occasion, birthday or anniversary,please send an email to Marita at mlflach@aol.com.We like sharing these special dates with the community!CLUBSBingoSUMMER SCHEDULE –$100CoverAll1st and 3rd Monday of the monthJune 3 & 17, July 1 & 15,August 5 & 19 • Doors open at 6:15 p.m.Play begins at 7 p.m.Admission is $10 for a 6-on Pack (extra3-on Packs are $5) + 2 “Speedy Bingo”Specials can be purchased for $1 each. Door prizes and50/50. Join us and bring a friend!BINGO FREE FOOD SPECIALS(with your paid admission)June 3 - FREE Meatball SandwichJuly 1 - FREE Hot DogDoors open early at 6PM on these special nights.Village Walk Ambassadors/Welcoming CommitteeVillageWalk Bonita has 4 receptions per year........February, May, August, November. All VW residentsare welcome to attend any of these Socials. Coffee andcookies will be provided. If you have any questions, youmay contact Joyce Buckler at 239-949-3301 or e-mailher at mjloretta@aol.com. If you would like to volunteer,please e-mail Joyce Buckler at mjloretta@aol.com.Bike ClubAssemble at the Bocce ParkingArea, Thursday, June 6th at 9 AM.Carpool to Marco Island. Ride thispicturesque barrier island, to includea side trip to Goodland. We plan to havelunch at one of the local restaurants. Some may wishto extend the ride to include a shopping adventure.As usual helmets are required, mirrors suggested. Forfurther information call Ray Youmans, 207-837-3985.After June our next gathering will be in the fall. Checkthe Talk of the Walk for details.BOCCE CLUBOpen Play will continue through the yearLadies play Wednesdays at 10AMMen Play Fridays at 10AMEveryone can play! Come out and join thefun, learn the game if you’ve never played and meet people!!Village Walk Ladies Travel Teams (from left to right)Marie Antonucci, Barbara Spring, Lila RuggioMaria Apalakis, Brenda Peters, Rose GervasiJan Forester, Mary McGurk (Missing from the photoMaureen Mullin and Ada Mariconda) june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 9

CLUBS (cont.)THE CANCER SUPPORT GROUPPlease note the Breast Cancer SupportGroup has changed its name todenote a wider reach to all cancer survivors,caregivers and their supporters.Our next meeting is on Wednesday,June 12 at 7:00p.m. All are welcome.Please RSVP to Gail Wright,gwright43@gmail.com, for planningpurposes.BRIDGE SOCIAL CONTRACT1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in theGreat Room. Contact: Lela 948-0267Bunco!Will return in the Fall. Look for updates in futureissues of Talk of the Walk.TuesdayNight PokerOpen To all Players. Meet atthe Town Center from 7:00 to9:30 p.m. every Tuesday night. Ifinterested please call Lynne Coveyat 288-4917 or email bolandll@aol.com.Ladies Evening BUNCO!Will return in the Fall. Look for updates in futureissues of Talk of the Walk.CanadiansIf you are a Canadian at VillageWalk,be sure to join the CanadianClub to get tax and othertips geared for Canadians livingat VillageWalk and to meet otherCanadians. E-mail Frank Kearneyat frank@fgkearney.ca TheCanadian Club’s website is at http://www.fgkearney.ca/canadians.htmlCanastaJoin us in the Hibiscus Room on Mondaysat 1:00 p.m. and Tuesday nights inthe main lobby at 7:00 p.m. for this cardgame. If you are interested, please contactRita Migliorese at 239-498-3312 or emailcoastalbreeze1@embarqmail.com to schedule aninstructional session.Card Making & RubberstampingJoin us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at10:00 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. in the Town Center for this class.Each class is $12.00 per person paid directly to the instructor.If you wish to attend, reservations are a must bycalling Sue Keys at 495-7785 or Ruth Naton 948-3662.VillageWalk CERTCERT is a group of communityvolunteers trained by local fire departmentsto be the first respondersin their neighborhoods in an emergency such as a hurricaneor tornado. VillageWalk is in need of more membersto be better prepared to respond to and cope withthe aftermath of a disaster in our community. Help usto provide better response in an emergency. Sign upfor a CERT course with Bonita Fire and Rescue. If youwould like more information or have questions, emailVWCERTbonita@gmail.com.Men’s CoffeeMeets the second and fourthTuesday of the month at 9:00am in the Town Center. Thecoffee group shares usefulhome repair information, thenames of reliable tradespeopleand health care professionals, gets updates on communityevents and gossip and typically can ask questionsof our Town Manager, Kathryn Halas, who attendsmost meetings.Group meetings are always well attended, highlyinformative and the coffee is always free. For moreinformation or to be added to the Men ‘s Coffee mailinglist, contact Frank Kearney (519) 471-6154 frank@fgkearney.ca. You can also check out the Men’s Coffeewebsite at www.fgkearney.ca/menscoffee.html10 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

CLUBS (cont.)Digital Photography Club ShowMeet once a month to shoot different locationsand objects! For information or to attend, pleasecall Leonard Weinberg 215-570-9909.Dining with FriendsDining with friends will continueto meet in the summermonths even though some ofour members may be gone forsome of the time. If you havenot tried this group but think itmight be something you wouldenjoy give us a try. We always welcome new people.Sara will be gone until November. If you have anyquestions you can call me. I will be the contact personuntil she returns. We will meet in our homes with amain hostess and helping hostesses June through November.Mark your calendar for June 18th and July16th. I am in need of hostesses for the summer seasonso if you haven’t hosted for a while, it would be greatlyappreciated. Joan Tassone 239- 985- 9336.EuchreDo you know how to play Euchre? If you are interestedin playing, come to the Town Center at 6:45 PMon the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month to secureyour chair at a table. We play 4 to a table; it is firstcome,first-play. We start promptly at 7 PM. If youhave questions, please e-mail Joyce Buckler atmjloretta@aol.com.Grandma’s ClosetWe need your baby stuff! Aspeople move in and out of ourcommunity it’s important to keepupdating our Grandma’s Closetlisting. Grandma’s Closet is acommunity listing of baby andchildren’s items such as cribs,strollers, play toys etc. that you are willing to share withother homeowners. We all have family who come intotown; instead of buying these items why not help someonein need. If you are willing to share or need items to beshared, please contact Margie Lutz at 390-9305 or emaillmlutz@embarqmail.com. Don’t forget to mention yourname, phone number, the items and if you are seasonal orpermanent. We thank you in advance!Fishing ClubNext Meeting Monday, June 3 & Monday July 1 at 9:00 a.m. in the Town Center.Hand and FootJoin in the fun on Friday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. inthe Town Center for this takeoff on Canasta.Game Night1st & 3rd Tuesday • 7 p.m. in the Great RoomGet a group together to play Euchre,Pinochle, Rummy Cube, or your gameof choice. Have a new game to share?Bring it with you.Helping HandsHelping Hands is a group of VillageWalk volunteerswho are available to provide short-term assistance toVillageWalk residents who have medical needs. Thismight include driving to doctors’ appointments, groceryshopping, providing a meal during illness, or othersupport. If you or someone you know needs a “helpinghand,” please contact one of the following:Linda at 494-5082 (lgjohnson2@gmail.com)Suzanne at 948-4309 (kileysuzannea@aol.com)Would You Like To Help With ACommunity Healing Shawl?Contact Linda Rosen at 947-0900 or email her atwondlin@embarqmail.com.RED HATSPlease contact the Queen Mother, Barbara Fortunatofor details at 239-992-8520. june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 11

CLUBS (cont.)Hooked on BooksJune 12, 2013Hooked on Books will meet on June 12, 2013 at1:00 p.m. at the Town Center. We will be discussing“The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin with JoanTassone leading the discussion.Drawing on the rich history of the twentieth century– from the late twenties to the mid sixties - The Aviator’sWife is a vividly imagined novel of a complicatedmarriage; revealing both its dizzying highs and itsdevastating lows.July 10, 2013The book under discussion in July is “Wild. A PacificJourney” by Cheryl Strayed. Lela Gahweiler will leadour discussion as we meet at 1 p.m. in the Town Center.After the shock of her mother’s unexpected death,22 year old Cheryl Strayed became totally lost in theworld: her family splintered, her young marriage collapsed.In this moving memoir, the author describeshow she attempts to find herself again by hiking 1100miles of the Pacific Crest Trail.Please email Marge Wisniewski (margewise@gmail.com) or call (948-3930) if you will be attending thesemeetings.Hooked on Books IIOur evening Bookclub meetings will be resumingafter the summer, on Thursday, Oct. 3rd, at 7 pm atthe Town Center’s Hibiscus Room. Any questions,please call or email Michele Cudnik (239) 405-7592 /m.cudnik@ hotmail.comLadies GolfThe Ladies Golf group meets everyFriday. We are open to all levels ofplay; our goal is to enjoy the camaraderieof the golf course, to have a goodtime and get some exercise. If you areinterested and have not contacted mealready, please call Marge at 948-3930or email margewise@gmail.com to beincluded. We welcome all golfers.Ladies’ CoffeeLadies coffee will resume in the fall.We are looking for volunteers to host eachmonth. Please contact Michelle at 949-9909 if you areinterested in volunteering.Lunch BunchJune 26, 2013The Lunch Bunch group will meet at 12:00 noon atRidgway Bar and Grill on 3rd Street, Naples. We willenjoy lunch on their air-conditioned patio overlookingthe garden. They offer a large variety of lunch specialsand, of course, separate checks will be issued.The address for Ridgway Bar and Grill is 1300 ThirdSt. South. Naples. Tammy will accept your reservationsuntil Monday June 24th at 4:00 p.m.JULY 24, 2013We are heading to the beach in July – Ft. MyersBeach, that is. Our noon reservations are at the ParrotKey at the end of Main Street, Ft. Myers Beach. Their3 page menu ranges from Soup and Salads to Treasuresand Tradition – something for everyone.The address is 2500 Main Street. Travel on SanCarlos Boulevard and then turn left on Main Street atthe foot of the Matanzas Bridge. Parrot Key is at theend of Main Street. Tammy will have a map for youwhen you make a reservation. Reservations must be inby 4:00 p.m. on July 17th (one week before the event).We hope you will join us for these fun events!Mah JonggEvery Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room. Comeon out and learn how to play!Lunch & A MovieTo find out information about the next outing pleaseemail Elaine Hubbell at hubbell70@msn.com.Sunshine CommitteeMany times we would be more than willing tohelp our neighbors if we only knewthey were in need. If you know someonein our community who is ailing orwho has lost a loved one, please contactMary Jane at 221-7160 or emailmjolie1900@gmail.com.12 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

CLUBS (cont.)VillageWalk Men’s Golf LeagueThe VillageWalk Men’s Golf League invitesyou to come join the In-Season fun. LeaguePlayers and Substitutes are welcome throughoutthe year. We currently play at SpanishWells Country Club on Thursdays fromNovember through April, located west of us onBonita Beach Road near 41. The Club offers 3professional nines, which we rotate to play 18every week. All levels of play are welcome; we playto have fun, enjoy each other and our fantastic Floridaweather.Contact informationLen Yanazzo Phone: 239-495-3690Cell: 518-281-3804E Mail: Lyanazzo@mac.comAndy DiPalma Phone: 239-405-7145Cell: 239-404-3816E Mail: Adipalma13@gmail.comThe Summer League operates from May through Octoberand plays various courses throughout our area.Andy DiPalma schedules play on a weekly basis. Thisis a real opportunity to play the elite courses at veryreduced rates. Tee times are normally early enough toplay comfortably. Please contact Andy for details.Expanding HorizonsTo find out what is new and upcoming pleasecontact Rosalie at roeteach@aol.com.313Join us Thursday afternoonsat 1:00 p.m. in the TownCenter for this fun cardgame. It’s quick and easy tolearn! Call Ada at 949-1671for more information or tojoin the fun.Attention: All Senior Softball PlayersCollier County Senior Softball (CCSS) is looking forslow-pitch softball players, age 50 and up, Tuesdaysand Thursdays, April-December. Play is informal andteams are selected prior to games. If interested, bethere Tuesday and Thursday beginning at 8:30 a.m. atVeteran’s Park off Immokalee Road approximately 2miles west of I-75. For more information contact BobSchreyer at 239-947-2174 or visit HTTP://CollierCountySeniorSoftball.org.H.O.A. InformationNew Stop Signs andSpeed Limit SignsThe HOA will be installing2 more stop signs at thewest intersection of LatitudeDrive and VillageWalkCircle, making that intersectiona 3 way-All Way stop.Speed limit signs are to beadded throughout the communityto remind drivers thespeed limit in VillageWalkis 25 mph. The Lee CountySheriff’s Office will be patrollingthis intersection and the rest of the communityand will issue citations to those drivers who do not stopat the stop signs or who exceed the posted speed limit.Fitness Center KnowledgeThe abductorand adductorfitness equipmentis not designedto be used whenstanding. Theproper use of thisfitness equipmentis in the seatedposition as it isdesigned. The Life Fitness bikes in the fitness centerare not designed to be used while standing on the bikes.Some fitness bikes are designed for that type of use butthose in our fitness center are not. Standing on the bikesin this way has caused damage to both the bikes, whichthe HOA has repaired. Please know the treadmills arenot designed to be used without turning on the motor orto be forced in a backwards motion. Using the treadmillswithout the power on will damage the motor, andforcing the treads in the opposite direction of their installationcauses damage to the belts and motor. Improperuse of fitness center equipment becomes a safety and liabilityissue for the Homeowners Association along withextra costs to the homeowners to repair this equipment.Please use the fitness center equipment as it was designedto be used by the manufacturer. Anyone caughtmisusing the equipment per manufacturer’s instructionsof proper use may be banned from the fitness center andassessed the cost of repairs to the machines. june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 13

TennisTennis CommitteeKathy Jozwiak -ChairwomanSue Keys - JoAnn Taylor - Don Spillane - Harold AllenTennis Committee MeetingMeetings will resume in the fall.Women’s 3.0 55+ USTA ChampsCongratulationsto Women’s 3.0 55+USTA Champions,they will representCollier county inthe Florida SectionChampionship heldin Daytona the weekendof June 21st.Pictured are seated Rosanne Sonner, Kathy Jozwiak(caption) Diana Gilman (co-captain) Donna Cox.Standing are Joann Taylor, Terry OGrady, Sue SolomonJane Handworth and Susan Kavanaugh.Tennis InstructorsHerbert Wormser PTR certifiedBarbara Wormser USPTA certifiedServices and Consultations:Racquet stringing and re-gripping • Sales of TennisEquipment • Demo Racquets • Gift CertificatesPrivate & semi private lessons $ 59 PER hourGroup and league clinics open or by level $ 15-$ 20 p.p.for 90 minutes. Package prices are availableFor complete information about all our programs and signingup please contact Herbert at 239-947-4050 or email wormserb@aol.com or check the bulletin board at the tennis pavilion and ourTennis Pro Shop at the Town Center.Tennis Fun for All KidsThursdays at 4.30 pm for kids age 7 years and older5 lessons of 60 minutes is $ 55, minimum of 5 kids.Practice & Play on Thursdays at 5.30 pmClinic for all levels, 45 min. practicing strokes/doubles drills45 min. coached playtime, minimum of 5 playersCost: $18 for 90 minutes, package price $ 80 for 5 sessionsAttention!!all Tennis PlayersBreakfast atWimbledonSunday, July 7th, 2013 • 9:00 a.m.(Doors open 8:30 a.m.) • $15.p/pEnjoy a delicious hot breakfast featuringWaffle Station, Eggs with toppings, Bacon, Sausage,Quiche, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, fresh fruit bowl,muffins and more. Also included are the Wimbledon traditionalStrawberries and Cream, free Mimosa’s andBloody Marys all while watching the men’s finals ofWimbledon on the big screen in the Town Center. Pleasedon’t be Gobsmacked and miss a great breakfast andgreat fun!!! Please RSVP to the HOA Office by Monday,July 1, 2013Tennis Instructor : Mindy RashbaumUSTA 4.5 rated, PTR Certified Tennis Pro & USTA Adult Team CoachOnly Certified Team Prince Elite Instructor andAmbassador in Collier/Lee CountyServices include: Private instruction for (technical strokeproduction, tactical and strategic play)Semi-Private/Group instruction simulating live point playing.Prince racquet demosPricing: Private ( $60.00 per hour ~ $250.00 5 pack)Group/Clinic ($15.00 per hour) • 239-206-0372 or mindigogirl@mac.com(See Bulletin Board)12:30 p.m. on Saturdays $15per person Call Mindyat 206-0372SUMMER MIXTHURSDAY 11:00-12:303.0/3.5 COMBO CRUNCH CLINICX-FIT TENNIS (crossfit training)$65.00 per hour. A customized training program incorporating tennisstroke production, agility and fitness. This approach enhancesmuscle memory for your strokes. Footwork and agility developmentfor fast twitch muscle movement. For additional informationplease call Mindy at 206-0372. june/july 2013 Talk of the walk~ 15

fitnessHATHA YOGA / PILATES CLASSCome join my stretch, balance, tone YOGA/PILATES class. This discipline concentrates on fullbody awareness….MIND BODY AND SPIRITThis one hour class is conducted to regainyour energy after a busy day. You will acquirestrength, better balance, lose inchesand have FUN. I am a certified Yoga,Pilates and Tai-Chi instructor with over 30years experience. Come join me at the Town Center everyWednesday night at 6:30. $6.00 per class. Call 239-495-3313 or email sgam1956@hotmail.com for additionalinformation. Thank you, Mary Ann Sundin - 28132Goby Trail - VillageWalkFridays at 10:00 a.m. in the Ballroom$8.00 per classThis routine features interval training sessions wherefast and slow rhythms and resistance training arecombined to tone and sculpt your body, while burningfat. For more information please call Valentina at822-7402 or email valenenid@hotmail.com.thomics (for kids)Saturday, June 1 at 2:00 p.m.$8 per kid or $14 for 2 kids in the same household.Please email Valentina at valenenid@hotmail.com.Minimum of 10 kids requested to make class a go!Rose Costello, Personal Trainer239-980-3352 or Botrose@aol.com. BS in VocationalRehabilitation Education from Pennsylvania StateUniversity. Degree in Fitness and Nutrition.Cardio & Strength DVD ClassMonday, Wednesday, Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the Aerobics Room.Join us for this strenuous DVD tape and stay in shape for theseason! Free class, anyone can join.Water Aerobics Free class run by a volunteerresident! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Resort Pool. This isa great class for all fitness levels and abilities. No need to sign up, just show up! Ifyou have any questions please contact Marita at mlflach@aol.com.YOGA FLOWwith Camille on Mondays & Thursdays at 6pmCamille’s yoga style tightens and tones the entirebody, enhances balance, improves flexibility and buildscore strength by combining traditional fitness training,focused breathing and strength building through yogaposes. The result is a mind-body workout that improveshealth, athletic performance and mental acuityin people of all ages and fitness levels. It truly is yogafor everybody and everybody. Class $5.00. Contact formore info: mimilleyoga@yahoo.comWalking DVD ClassMonday - Friday at 9:00 a.m. in theAerobics Room. Great for all levels, lowimpact, free class that anyone can join.If you have borrowed any ofthe Walking DVD tapes, please returnto the HOA Office ASAP. Many ofthese exercise tapes are individuallyowned. We thank you in advance.Muscle and Conditioning!NOTE TIME CHANGE!!!If you are interested in participating ina muscle conditioning class (using handweights, ball, body weight, etc), please contactRose Costello at 980-3352 or Botrose@aol.com. We have class on Tuesdays and Thursdaysat 3:00 p.m. Must provide own weights, ball andmat or towel. Cost $5.00 per class.16 ~ Talk of the walk june/july 2013

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