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DWO BREEZE Montecito Clubhouse ● 500 Del Webb Boulevard, Davenport, FL 33837 ● (863) 424-5050
2 February 2022
In This Issue
MONTECITO CLUBHOUSE
Lifestyle 500 Del Webb Blvd.
2 Cliff Erickson—Acoustic Night Davenport, FL 33837
4 Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre (863) 424-5050 phone
9 Message from Lori (863) 424-5033 fax
16 Supporting Our Community
MONTECITO CLUBHOUSE HOURS:
17 Spring Craft Fair
Monday: 7am-9pm
22 Club Expo
Tuesday: 7am-9pm
32 Yoga Class Wednesday: 7am-9pm
Thursday: 7am-9pm
HOA Friday: 7am-10pm
5 Welcome to the Neighborhood Saturday: 7am-9pm
5 Contact List Sunday: 7am-9pm
6 Message from the BOD
GUEST POOL HOURS
6 New Friends…..
(Includes Children)
9 Message from Stephanie Outdoor: 2 pm to sunset daily
11 Committee News
Community Manager
Tavern Stephanie Ackley-Taylor
19 Tavern news Stephanie.Taylor@fsresidential.com
Lifestyle Director
Clubs & Groups
Lori Blake
23 Save Your Sweethearts Fundraiser Lori.Blake1@fsresidential.com
24 Community Service Donations
26 Wandering Webbers Destinations Millennium Landscaping
28 Fall Bocce Ball Champions millenniumservicesfl.com
29 Vets4Vets Social
Warranty for your Home
29 Wellness Classes
Delwebb.com
30 Stepp’n Out Gadabout
31 Fairwayers Golf Schedule
Garbage/Recycling Pick-up
33 Bowling Interest Group Events Garbage: Tuesday
Recycling: Monday
Articles Yard Waste: Monday
8 Millennium (863) 284-4319
15 Black Bears
Ridgewood Lakes Master Assoc.
20 Book Club Corner
189 South Orange Ave, Suite 1420 B
21 DWO Library
Orlando, FL 32801
31 Wordsearch (407) 872-7608 (business)
34 Del Webb Orlando Advertising (863) 226-8308 (fax)
February 2022 3
4 February 2022
Welcome to The Neighborhood!
Thank you and WELCOME to all the new residents who attended the January Social.
Sharhonda Roberts is always a popular speaker full of valuable information. I wish we had a
count on how much money she saved everyone in just that one meeting. She said Zillow has
listed this area of Polk County as one of the fastest growing parts of Florida.
Luckily we moved to a very active area of Florida where there is always something to do. And
not always something which involves an expensive park pass. Whether we go north, south,
east or west, we can find something to keep us busy. Here are a four events in February held in
those four directional points and will help you enjoy the beautiful February weather.
North of us is Mount Dora, including the historic Lakeside Inn. The Inn has sat on the banks of
Lake Dora for 139 years and retains its casual charm with glass door knobs and real door keys. Please Follow us on
Stop by for a great meal in their elegant dining room. While in Mount Dora, use the FREE
mobile app Distrx to take a narrated tour of homes and buildings dating back to the 1880s. Facebook at
Who doesn’t love garlic? South Florida like it so much they created The Best Stinkin’ Party in
South Florida! Travel down to the Village Park Athletics Complex, Wellington on Feb 12-13th
Facebook.com/
for garlic burgers, garlic turkey legs, garlic ginger candied bacon, you get the picture. Music DelWebbOrlandoHoa
provided by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Go to garlicfestfl.com to get tickets and more
information.
If you have the need, the need for speed! Florida is the place for that. West of us is Daytona
and home of the Daytona 500, a classic since 1959. On Feb 20th you can view this NASCAR
Cup series race with 500 miles of high-speed thrills then take a walk on the beach afterwards.
Visit daytonainternationalspeedway.com for more information.
February means Florida sunshine and some of our best weather. It also means Strawberry
Festivals and the State Fair! Head west to the Florida State Fair, Feb 10-21 in Tampa. This fair
has been going on for 117 years and features the Midway Sky Eye, Livestock and, of course,
FOOD. Where else can you get turkey legs, funnel cakes and gelato nachos in one place?
The Always Welcome Club hopes you enjoy these events. and on our
th
We also hope you join us on February 15 at 6:30pm in the Riviera Room for our next
Social. Residents John and Linda Mongoven will share with us their love and expertise of
YouTube Channel at
West Coast Beaches. Come to hear more about beaches which are an easy drive for a day trip
or an extended weekend adventure. They will have plenty of handouts for everyone who Del Webb Orlando
attends. NO ONLINE REGISTRATION NEEDED. HOA Official
Jean Morgan
Always Welcome Club – VP
Contact List
GENERAL INQUIRY
dwo.info@fsresidential.com
STAFF CONTACTS
Resident Services, Brenda Colin-Cabrera
(brenda.cabrera@fsresidential.com)
Central Florida
PULTE WARRANTY Visitor Information
For any concerns with your new home www.delwebb.com Center
VESTA PROPERTIES
101 Adventure Ct., Davenport
Ridgewood Lakes Master Association for gate access
Viviana Hernandez (863) 420-2586
(vhernandez@vestapropertyservices.com) visitcentralflorida.org/visitor-services/
February 2022 5
News from the Board
The Board and Advisory Committees are constantly working on a variety of items to understand the
needs and desires of our community, to explore options and opportunities, to solicit feedback from
homeowners and residents, and to bring the information to the community.
A few of the efforts underway include:
updating the Design Guidelines;
building a new website;
updating the Rules and Regulations;
monitoring the Pulte lawsuit;
overseeing needed maintenance, repairs and refresh for amenities;
reviewing renewal of annual insurance policies;
ensuring the annual financial audit;
looking forward at property management services;
developing a strategic plan for landscaping and water management;
and looking at opportunities for cohesive internet and/or cable for homeowner properties.
The article on page 7 provides insight into the exploration of the internet and/or cable opportunity for
the Del Webb Community.
Make new friends, but keep the old…one is silver and the other’s gold!
But what if your new “friend” was always there for you and
wanted to enrich your life and help you by making your life easier?
And what if that new “friend” was always with you and available
to help you anytime you needed it? And what if your new “friend”
was always so helpful with communication and information that
you thought “how on earth did I ever get by without my new
friend?” Well get ready to meet your new “friend”!
Last August, the Board of Directors approved the
recommendation to replace our current DWO website. Since
then, the team has been busy at work on set up of the new system
and have worked with some focus groups for input and testing.
We can’t wait to introduce you to your new “friend”.
Come to the Club Expo fair on Saturday, February 26 from 9:00 am
until noon for a sneak peak and get in on the excitement!
Coming this spring to a laptop or mobile device near you!
6 February 2022
Researching Bulk Cable/Internet
At the December Home Owners Association Board Meeting, the Board of Directors (BOD) approved
a proposal to explore adding a bulk cable/internet plan for all of Del Webb Orlando (DWO).
For those unfamiliar with a bulk plan, this is a plan that all residents in the community subscribe to
and receive a substantial discount for services. Currently both Spectrum and Frontier offer bulk
plans to Home Owner Association communities.
Spectrum has submitted a proposal for: cable and internet. 300
channels – their Platinum package - (all channels that aren’t premium
i.e., HBO, Showtime etc.), 400meg internet, two set top boxes, Wi-Fi,
router, modem and free installation. They also offered a $100,000 sign
up bonus to go to the HOA operating or reserve fund. According to Spectrum’s address system,
approximately 70% of the homes in DWO have their services. Residents can pay for extra services
like a DVR or 1gig internet, etc. The bulk rate is approximately $50 a month plus tax.
Frontier has submitted a proposal for: cable and or internet services
with either 100meg, 500meg or 1 gig internet. Their proposal includes
their “Choice TV” package - about 80 cable channels, one set top box,
and one set top box/DVR. Their “Extreme TV” package - about 180 cable
channels, is an additional $10 per home. They also include free
installation; and would add fiber optic to Vista Bella at no cost. Their cheapest rate for cable and
internet at 500megs would be $72 a month plus tax. They do not offer a signing bonus. Frontier also
offers an internet only bulk option, starting at approximately $26 a month for 500meg and $31 a
month for 1gig - plus tax. Residents can pay for extra services themselves. There may also be a
discounted bulk home telephone rate.
Frontier has confirmed that they would include complimentary cable and or internet services to the
clubhouse. Spectrum has not yet confirmed if they would include complimentary services, but they
have done this in the past.
Given that current individual rates for cable and internet can reach over $200 a month, these
proposals for bulk services seem likely to benefit residents. Pricing analysis for both providers show
a monthly savings of approximately $150 for the bulk rates versus individual pricing.
With this in mind the board has authorized further exploration to see if this is a good fit for our
community. The board of directors has reached out to both Spectrum and Frontier for further
information and clarification. Additional information, announcements, polls, feedback and
community meetings will be forthcoming to further discuss this proposal and answer questions.
Representatives from both Spectrum and Frontier have offered to attend question and answer
sessions with residents and provide billing comparisons to show anticipated savings. All procedures
and requirements set forth in our bylaws and state statutes will be met regarding adding any
additional cable/internet services. IF the “majority” of residents don’t want to go ahead with this, then
it won’t happen.
Either proposal requires all homes in DWO to subscribe and requires a single payment for the bulk
services. Resident who currently have a different vendor, can keep that vendor if they choose, but
would still be subject to the bulk fee from the vendor chosen by the BOD.
February 2022 7
A Moment with Millennium
Hello Del Webb Residents,
Living here in Florida I never thought I would be discussing freezing temperatures and their effects on our
landscapes. But here we are. I know, I for one, can't wait for springtime. We thought, considering the recent
drop in temperatures, this article from the University of Florida would be appropriate.
Certainly, when we think of living in Florida, we do not generally think about losing our lawns to
freezing temperatures. However, some homeowners in Florida may find themselves needing to
replace portions of their lawn in the spring due to the cold weather. Here are some tips about how to
prevent or reduce winterkill and how to let your lawn recover from the big chill with minimal damage.
All our warm season turfgrass species go into some degree of dormancy during the winter months,
slowing their growth down and they may or may not stay green. This is a natural cycle, regardless of
where you live in the state. In North and even Central Florida, lawns may stay green or may turn
brown, either of which can be normal. Even in South Florida, lawns do not grow as quickly in the
winter, even though they may remain green (less mowing required!).
Freezing temperatures will turn lawns brown. Do not panic, this is a normal part of winter dormancy.
When the days become longer and temperatures start to warm up in the spring, the growing points
will become active, bringing green growth to the lawn again.
You will not need to mow for some time; when you do need to mow again, be sure to cut at the
highest recommended height for your grass type. Do not "scalp" the lawn, as this makes it less able
to recover from freeze damage.
How can you tell if your grass has truly succumbed to a winter freeze or if it is only dormant? One way
is to cut small plugs of the grass (with roots and shoots attached) and plant them in a pot, put it in a
warm spot with natural sunlight and see if the grass begins to grow.
If your lawn does not recover come springtime, remove the decayed vegetation from the affected
areas and replace with either sod pieces or plugs. Do this before weeds have a chance to germinate
and take hold of the ground. It is possible that not all your lawn will be affected, perhaps just those
areas that are most exposed to the cold temperatures.
Following these tips will help your lawn survive freezing temperatures.
Source: University of Florida
Michael Cox II
Director of Operations
Address | 1904 Williams Rd Winter Garden, FL 34787
Office | (407) 347-5980
Mobile | (407) 951-4681
Email | MichaelCII@MILLENNIUMSERVICESFL.COM
8 February 2022
Messages from Stephanie & Lori
Hello Del Webbers! Happy February Del Webbers!
I hope everyone had a wonderful January and is I hope everyone had a wonderful January! I,
ready for some cold weather (as cold as we can get personally, really enjoyed the chilly weather! My
in Florida anyway). I don’t know about you, but I favorite attire has always been a comfy sweatshirt
love pretending we live in a cold state and I really and jeans and I was finally able to break a few out
take advantage of the three weeks we can wear from my Indiana totes of winter clothes! I also slept
jackets, sweaters and scarves! Okay, I haven’t worn with my window cracked and opened the patio door
a scarf in years, but I can pretend, can’t I? I mean, I as often as I could. I love airing out the house! All
am still drinking iced coffee in this weather, so I that was missing was the smell of burning leaves or a
guess I am really exaggerating. bonfire—yeah, I know that’s more of a Fall thing but
since I’ve been in Florida, I don’t think I’ve seen (or
Anyway, we have some great things coming to us as
smelled) either of those things and certainly not in
a Community! First and foremost, I would like to
the fall because it’s still so hot here!
congratulate Lori Blake on her promotion to
Lifestyle Director. She is going to (continue to) I’m excited to be writing my first Breeze article as
bring wonderful things to this community and really your new Lifestyle Director! I am quickly getting
bring our Lifestyle department to life. With that acclimated to my new role and have definitely kept
being said, we are on the hunt for a new busy these first couple of weeks. I am already
administrative assistant that can fill Lori’s big shoes. familiar with quite a few folks but have had the
We hope to have the role filled very soon! opportunity to meet some new residents and that has
been so great! If I haven’t had the chance to meet
During the month of February we are going to have
you, please feel free to stop by and say hello or send
an “Irrigation Education” class with our landscaping
company, Millennium Services of Florida. Eddie me an email and let me know you’re out there! I’ve
received a handful of suggestions regarding
Duvall, their irrigation manager is going to talk
entertainment, so thank you to those who have sent
about the importance of lawn care and maintenance
emails! Please don’t forget to send me some ideas of
in the winter months. If you joined Eddie for his
what you’ve missed here at Del Webb or someone
class a few months back, you know it is not only
you would love to see come here! I am totally open
going to be informative but it is going to be an
to new ideas and this is YOUR community so let’s
entertaining time! As soon as we have a date locked
get some great things on the books for 2022!
down for this class, we will send communication out
to the community. We have some fun things planned for this month!
Be sure to check out all of the flyers in the Breeze
Have a great February, Del Webb – and stay warm!
and sign up on the portal to join in on the fun!
Stephanie Ackley Taylor, LCAM
See you around the Clubhouse!!
Community Association Manager
Lori Blake,
Lifestyle Director
February 2022 9
10 February 2022
Committee News
Communication Advisory Committee
The Communication Advisory Committee would like to welcome Amy Ewing-Holmstrom as a new member
and Jean Morgan, Indira Kleen and Dimitra Nicastro as new consultants. All 4 members bring a wealth of
experience in marketing, communications and training and will help us continue to improve communications
within our community.
The Committee has been busy tweaking The Breeze and we look forward to working side by side with Lori
Blake, our new Lifestyle Director. Have you been catching up with our Roving Reporters? Sharon and Val’s
recap video was amazing, love the easy banter they have with each other. Don’t forget to subscribe to the
Del Webb Orlando HOA Official YouTube channel so you don’t miss any of our Roving Reporters upcoming
segments.
Over the coming months, we will be busy at work supporting the rollout of the new community website. Stay
tuned for more details, including Sneak Peaks, demos and training opportunities for residents and Club
officers.
The community continues to look for opportunities to improve communications within the community to keep
residents up to date on all the happenings. If you have suggestions to help in this area, please send an email
to cacdwo@gmail.com. We welcome your input!
E Lifestyle Committee
The E Lifestyle Committee has certainly had a rather hectic few weeks with Josh leaving, finding his replacement and
continuing to work around “Omicron.” We are thrilled that Lori Blake has agreed to take on the position as our Lifestyle
Director. We are very confident that she will continue to maintain and help improve our Lifestyle Events at DWO as we
navigate through the pandemic. Lori brings us someone who has strong administrative skills and has worked in this
community for several years. She already knows many of us in the community which is a huge benefit to the community
as she transitions into her new role.
We hope everyone who attended our January Events, the Jimmy Mazz Concert and the Beer Tasting event hosted by
Ovation Bar and Bistro had a great time. We will be scheduling the Beer/Wine Tasting and possibly a Mixology class on
a bi-monthly schedule as we move into 2022.
February is a very full month of activities and events run by the Tailgaters, Save Your Sweethearts and E Lifestyle.
• February 12th Save Your Sweethearts Dinner/Auction
• February 13th Super Bowl Party sponsored by the Tailgaters
• February 16th Cliff Erickson
• February 19th Murder Mystery Theater catered by Ovation Bar and Bistro
Cliff Erickson and Murder Mystery are now on the portal and tickets are moving quickly. Don’t procrastinate!
We have several events planned for March.
• March 1st E Lifestyle Community Meeting 10:00 AM
• March 5th The Second Annual Car Show
th
• March 15 The Byrne Brothers Band returns to help celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
• March 26th Sincerely Three
• A Wine Tasting date will also be scheduled
If you’ve not seen the Byrne Brothers earlier this year or at Disney Springs where they often perform, they are an
awesome Irish Band. Sincerely Three is a trio of Tenors with many years of experience at Disney, Universal, and Sea
World showcasing their talents with a night of Music Theatre tunes. All these events will be on the portal shortly for you
to register for these events.
The committee is also planning on it’s 3rd E Lifestyle Committee Community Meeting which will be likely scheduled at the
end of February. The committee is very interested in your suggestions and ideas for events that you would like us to
pursue as we move forward. If you see any of us around the community and have suggestions or ideas please take the
time to let Dawn, Maureen, Val , Cindy, Beth, Georgia and Kevin know what you are thinking.
February 2022 11Committee News
Architectural Review Committee
You’ve Got Questions & We’ve Got Answers
Lanai
Your birdcage can’t be higher than you original roof line
It must be bronze aluminum and charcoal screening
The rear wall must not be within the setback area of 5 feet from the back property line
Make sure your contractor is licensed and insured
BBQ Grills
Built in BBQ and fires pits must be approved prior to installation
Portable and built-in BBQ units must be in your lanai or immediate patio area.
Consideration must be made to minimize the smoke or odors
Must be natural gas, propane, charcoal, wood pellets or electric
Outdoor wood burning is prohibited
Lighting
Low voltage and solar lighting are allow only within the planting beds and not to exceed 24
inches in height
Lighting should be low level and recessed to shield the source of the light
Fixtures shall be located in landscape beds and carefully aimed
No tree mounted lights
Security spotlights or floodlights may be installed with prior approval and must not shine
directly into another home
Colored lights are only allowed for holiday decorations
The ARC committee meets to review ARC applications and discuss guidelines. If you have
submitted an application, it is helpful to attend the meeting or dial-in in case there are questions with
your application. If you need help with an ARC application, please reach out to the Committee for
assistance. We are here to help!
ARC Committee
Gina Witzelben
Marilyn Brunner
Rhonnie Fox
Russ Sparks
Amy Ewing-Holmstrom
Stephen Hensley
12 February 2022Committee News
Facilities-Maintenance Advisory Committee (F-MAC)
First, about the name: Facilities=Maintenance Advisory Committee (F-MAC) is the proposed new
name for the FMIUC name previously used. This is pending final approval by the Board of Directors
(BOD).
Secondly, the Committee has gone through some changes. The first formal meeting of the newly re-
constituted F-MAC took place on Thursday January 13, 2022 at 1:00 pm in the Gazebo behind the
club house. The changes are as follows:
Bob Gorecki, Ron Fiddler and Vic Petrelli are no longer members of this committee. We, as well as
the entire community, owe these gentlemen a great big THANK YOU for all the work and time they
dedicated to making DWO an even better place to live than it already was. Fortunately some, if not
all of them, will act as consultants to the F-MAC going forward.
The DWO community is fortunate to have had some new people volunteer to provide the types of
expertise, insight and experiences needed to help our community maintain and improve our facilities
and to enhance the quality of life we all enjoy here.
The F-MAC members are:
Jim Fleming, Steve Kuethe, Ron Ottaviano, Chris Strange and Paul Yancey.
The F-MAC would like to invite other residents of DWO, who may possess knowledge and
backgrounds in any area that may provide insight and guidance to the community, as a member of
the F-MAC, or to be available as a consultant on an as needed basis. Please consider volunteering
to assist your community. If you are not sure, please ask.
F-MAC works as advisor to the BOD. We also work closely with First Services. We provide
evaluations, recommendations, cost/benefit analysis, document reviews, research, and anything
else the BOD and First Services requests. Some of the things we are currently working on include
developing inventory control systems and tracking all tangible assets; developing a comprehensive
maintenance program; potential issues with street lighting, concrete deficiencies, buildings, outdoor
facilities, fences, walls, landscaping, electrical, plumbing and HVAC and more.
Future Committee News will contain details on the issues and projects the F-MAC is looking at. In
the meantime, please consider volunteering. Contact Jim Fleming anytime. Thank You.
The next F-MAC meeting will take place on February 16th at 1:00pm in the gazebo behind the club
house. EVERYONE is invited.
February 2022 1314 February 2022
Black Bears
Recently a female black bear (sow) and 2 cubs have been
seen near pond curve of Del Sol Ave. Permanent
residents? Probably not. You read accounts of bears being
seen in Polk County in recent years, for example in Lake
Wales, Winter Haven, even Haines City. And now Del
Webb Orlando. Good bear habitat includes a mixture of
lowland and upland forested areas with food, water, and
shelter. We just don’t have enough of that at Ridgewood
Lakes that could support a bear population even in the
conservation areas. The home range of black bears is 25-
100 square miles, depending on food availability.
Although listed as a carnivore, black bears are
omnivorous in food habits, eating mostly plant material
(80%), insects (15%), and meat (5%).
As with most wildlife species, the biggest threat to the black bear is habitat loss from human encroachment, a serious
problem of biological diversity, with climate change now affecting it gravely. Habitat loss is abundant in Florida and
elsewhere; we can see it around here as housing developments increase. Humans are dependent on a healthy ecosystem,
now being severely stressed by habitat loss, pollution, and climate change. Despite the almighty dollar, there’ll be some
changes made.
Before European settlement, black bears ranged throughout Florida. About 40 years ago, only about 300 were left. Until
2012, the Florida black bear was listed as a threatened species - one notch above endangered species. Now Florida has an
estimated 4350 bears - enough to support a small hunting season.
In the 1970s, black bears numbered about 300 in Florida. By 2019 over 4,000 existed in this state, and by 2026 an
estimated 11,000 will reside here. Florida’s human population is 22,000,000 in 2022. So, should there be a hunting
season to control their numbers and reduce nuisance problems? I mean on bears. The Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC) would like to maintain about 3,000 black bears in Florida.
By comparison, Wisconsin, about the same geographic size as Florida, has 5.8 million people and 28,000 black bears of
which about 3,600 are harvested annually in the regulated hunt.
Bears were hunted in Florida in 1993 and then not again until 2015, the last regulated hunting season; 304 bears were
killed. But it caused an uproar of protest. Illegal hunting killed at least 144 bears. About 230 bears each year succumb as
road-kills. The FWC kills an average of 38 nuisance bears every year.
To determine habitat use and movement patterns, years ago my research team and I live-trapped, tranquilized, tagged,
and released 186 black bears during 3 years in Newfoundland. Such work has been done in Florida too.
Of 3 species of bear in North America - brown (grizzly), polar, and black - the Florida black bear is a distinct race (sub-
species) of black bear. Large male Florida black bears weigh 300 pounds, large females 200. In the northern U.S. and
Canada, males can reach 600-700 pounds. Bears can live 25-30 years, but few do.
Minimum breeding age for black bears is 3-4 years. They breed in late June, but have delayed implantation, i.e., the
fertilized egg, or blastocyst, does not implant on the uterine wall for several months after copulation. To escape the lack
of food, reproductive females enter winter dens in mid to late December and emerge in early to mid-April after a mean
denning period of 100 to 113 days. Heart rate, body temperature, and metabolism drop. In December the blastocyst
implants in the uterus, and embryonic growth begins. Actual gestation is 60 days; cubs are born in late January to mid-
February. Litter size depends on availability of acorns and berries eaten before denning. At 12 ounces each, the 2 or 3
cubs are born in February in the den. The mother nurses the cubs and they grow strong enough to follow her out of the
den in April. The mother will not come into heat while nursing. Thus, she breeds every 2 years, unless her cubs are
killed. Cubs remain with the mother until they are yearlings. Then they disperse when chased off by breeding males, and
the female breeds again.
Black bears are mostly nocturnal and shy, but don’t mess with them, especially a female with cubs.
Neil F. Payne, Professor Emeritus of Wildlife Ecology
February 2022 15Supporting Our Community 16 February 2022
Supporting Our Community
“Spring will be here before we know it” they are saying up north, but we here in Florida know that can mean
tomorrow! If you are a DWO resident artist, crafter, or approved vendor, you are invited to participate in the
upcoming outdoor show which will be open to the public.
The show will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2022, with a rain date of Sunday, March 13 th. Due to the lingering
virus situation and the fact that it will be open to the public it will be held in the Montecito Clubhouse parking lot.
Hours will be from 9 am – 2 pm. Participants will have their choice of either a 10x10 foot space or the equivalent of
two 10x10 foot spaces. The larger spaces are limited. You are required to supply your own tables, chairs, and tents
(optional). Since this is an outdoor event electricity will not be available.
Handmade items and approved vendor items only. No flea market or garage sale items.
There will be a charge of $20 per space with the proceeds going to Sunshine Foundation which is in Davenport.
Sunshine Foundation’s sole purpose is to answer the dreams of chronically ill, seriously ill, physically challenged,
and abused children ages three to eighteen whose families cannot fulfill their requests due to financial strain that the
child’s illness may cause. For more information on this worthy organization please visit their website at
sunshinefoundation.org.
In addition, we will be holding a raffle with items donated by our crafters. The proceeds of the raffle will also be
going to Sunshine Foundation.
The Tailgaters club will be selling lunches, and the Creative Stitches club will be holding a bake sale. So, you can
shop, eat, enjoy seeing old friends and meeting new friends.
If you would like to participate you may pick up a registration form at the front desk. Once it is filled out bring it,
with your check, made out to Sunshine Foundation, to the front desk and you will be registered to participate.
Space is limited and, to be assured of a space, both the registration form and check need to be returned
together by February 18.
If you have any questions, you may contact craft show committee member Maureen Frahm at
mpfrahm71@gmail.com
February 2022 1718 February 2022
Tavern News
Happy New Year from La Tapenade Tavern! We’ve made exciting changes to start the new year.
The Tavern daily Happy Hour is being eliminated so that we can offer lower prices on our beer and
wine selection regardless of when you arrive. All tap beer and wine prices have been readjusted to
the lowest possible level which will be effective during all tavern operating hours.
You have asked and we have listened! Unsweetened Iced tea has been added to the menu. The
diet iced tea will be discontinued when current supplies are gone.
The Klondike ice cream bars will be returning to our menu and will be available once received from
our supplier.
Smithwicks beer has replaced Sam Adams Octoberfest and will be offered at $4.50 for a 16oz pour.
Another new edition to beer on tap is Guinness, which will be available once our supply of Guinness
cans is depleted.
Our food menu is going through some changes to streamline the choices. This will help our
volunteer cooks get food out quickly during the busy times.
Local resident and singer songwriter Rob Valle made his Tavern debut on January 21 st entertaining
the crowd with country and classic rock favorites. If you didn’t catch him this time keep an eye on
the Tavern schedule. Our regulars are on the schedule also! “House band” Jack and Bess, DJ
Chris, Karaoke and the always entertaining Team Trivia with Rob!
Like to hang out at the tavern? Volunteer! We always need more people and it’s a great way to get
to know your fellow residents. Contact anyone on the Tavern Committee if you would like more
information.
February 2022 19Book Club Corner
The 5 Love Languages,
the Secret to Love That Lasts
by
Gary Chapman
For Valentine’s Day, I thought of the book, The 5 Love Languages, the Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary
Chapman. This book was written in 1992 by Chapman, who is an author, speaker, counselor, radio talk show
host and an associate pastor.
Chapman offers just one tool in improving relationships, communications. By incorporating examples from
his practice and questions for the reader, you can find out what your Love Language is and what is your
spouse’s or partner’s. Here are your choices:
Love Language #1- Words of Affirmation
Love Language #2- Quality Time
Love Language #3- Receiving Gifts
Love Language #4- Acts of Service
Love Language #5- Physical Touch
Chapters are categorized by love language for easy reference, and each one ends with simple steps to express a
specific language. What you will quickly discover is that you and your partner are unlikely to have the same
Love Language. Explore all 5 Languages and you will pick up some helpful hints as each chapter delves into
specific situations.
Dr. Chapman speaks of a Love Tank in this next passage taken
directly from his book. “Could it be that deep inside hurting couples
exists an invisible “emotional love tank” with its gauge on empty?
Could the misbehavior, withdrawal, harsh words, and critical spirit
occur because of that empty tank? If we could find a way to fill it,
could the marriage be reborn? With a full tank would couples be
able to create an emotional climate where it is possible to discuss
differences and resolve conflicts? Could that tank be the key that
makes marriage work?”
So, what is your Primary Love Language? What will fill your Love Tank?
By Terry Miller
20 February 2022DWO Library
Have you finished reading that book you received as a gift?
Please consider donating it to the DWO Library so your neighbors can enjoy it too!
The DWO Library, located in the Montecito Clubhouse lobby, is staffed by resident volunteers and relies on
donated books to expand the collection. Since library shelf space is limited, donations need to meet these
conditions please:
Copyright no more than 5 years old (2018-2022)
Books only – Adult fiction and non-fiction are welcome but please no magazines, children’s books,
textbooks or coffee table books.
Gently used books only (Coffee spills, dropped in the pool or covered in sand? No thanks.)
A few more DWO Library reminders:
Drop donations in the Book Donation box in the Montecito Clubhouse lobby
Sign out books in the circulation binder and mark them off when placed in the Book Return bin
No due dates but suggested check out period is one month
No library cards or overdue fees. Honor system only to support this amenity for our residents.
Thanks for your continued book donations!
Want to get involved as a library volunteer? Contact Barb Hensley. barbhensley@hotmail.com.
Happy reading!
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February 12, 2022
The SEVENTH annual SAVE YOUR SWEETHEARTS breast cancer fundraiser event will
be held on February 12, 2022 in the Montecito Clubhouse. We will return to the popular Live
and Silent Auction preceded by a dinner donated by Sonny’s BBQ. Doors open at 5:00 PM.
Please support our 2022 event. IT'S NOT TOO LATE! You can still buy your event ticket(s)
for $50.00 pp or an entire table of 8 for $425.00. Contact Susan Holdread:
duckandboat@gmail.com.
DWO residents can still purchase our beautiful PINK bows ($15) and raffle tickets ($10 ea)
for a CALLAWAY Odyssey Ten putter or a Susan G. Komen PINK bike. We continue to take
orders for FRESH STRAWBERRIES ($20 for 8 lb. box), delivered directly from WISH
FARMS in February. For bows, raffle tickets and strawberry orders, contact RuthAnn
Kosinsky: rkosinsky@gmail.com.
We continue to receive your Time, Treasures or Talents donations but we need more. Your
donated items will be auctioned at the Live and Silent Auctions. Contact Debbie Hunt at 716
200-3470 or mikedebjr@gmail.com to give your donated item.
In six years, SAVE YOUR SWEETHEARTS has raised over $125,000 from DWO residents,
100% donated to WeCare Project Think Pink, a local 501(c)(3) organization that provides free
mammograms and other preventative services to uninsured Polk County residents.
Thank you DWO for your support,
SAVE YOUR SWEETHEARTS Committee
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Thank you, Del Webb,
for your generous donations
to the Community Service Club
Angel Tree and Toy Drive!
Barb Hensley and Helen Gielda, Co-chairs
24 February 2022Club News
Community Service Club Creative Minds Quilting and Crafts
The DWO Community Service Club (CSC) You do not have to be able to sew to join this
collects food and small household goods on the club. Do you have an interest in sewing,
1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 9 – 11 crafting, creating? The Creative Minds Quilting
a.m. under the portico of the Montecito and Crafts Club meets every Thursday from
Clubhouse. The collections support Polk 9am to 4pm. At least once a month we have a
County residents in need. The food and project that we create together as a group. We
personal care items collected go to support schedule this project from 10-12pm and try to
Stephen Pantry. Clothing and used household ensure it can be completed during that time.
items go to the Meals on Wheels thrift shop to We have made a variety of things over the
support their programs in Polk County. At the years: Christmas tree ornaments, table
request of the Clubhouse, please don’t leave runners, tote bags, Mickey Mouse ears, Ribbon
donations before 9 a.m. Christmas trees, quilts, mug rugs, etc.
We continue to be grateful for the We have created a casual gathering and
overwhelming generosity of the DWO environment in which to learn, share and enjoy
community on a continuing basis. As long as the company of one another. The club owns
there is a need, the CSC will work with its three sewing machines that can be used during
partners to support programs bringing help to club time if you don’t have one at home or it’s to
so many. If you would like to help with the heavy to bring up to the clubhouse. We also
collections and other events, please join the have an Embroidery Machine and a Serger
CSC. We can always use more volunteers! which we plan to learn more about in 2022 and
experiment with using.
Pickled Webbers Our membership includes every level of sewer
You want to play pickleball, but it’s too hot, too from beginner to expert. Our projects are
cold, too wet, too windy, too cloudy, too sunny focused on learning a new skill or mastering one
or just not ideal. Now, there is another option. we may have already tried before. The project
The newly built and opened Tom Fellows ideas come from our membership. In 2022 we
Community Center has indoor pickleball. They will have two Thursdays this year focused on
have the capability for six courts in two making pillowcases for Winnie Palmer Hospital
gymnasiums. Drop-in play is available in the and Give Kids the World. These are simple
mornings; call to confirm. There is a small fee sewing projects and an opportunity to give back.
of $2 per hour for residents and $4 for non- We invite you to stop by any Thursday to spend
residents. The facility is located at the corner some time with us and see what this club is all
of North Boulevard and County Road 547. The about. You can visit two times without having to
phone number is 863-588-1130. Hours vary join and pay dues. Our 2022 dues is $10 for
and are listed on-line. new members and $5 for continuing members.
We hope to see you soon and look forward to
meeting you!
Upcoming events:
• February 17: Circle ruler project with three
choices
• February 24: Serger day. We will all learn
how to use the serger and practice using it
ourselves.
• March 10: Twister template project
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Wandering Webbers Do you have a trip you’d like to present?
We are especially looking for trip suggestions for
Wandering Webbers will meet on Tuesday, locations within Florida, the U.S. and Canada.
February 1st at 4:00 pm in the Montecito
Clubhouse ballroom. Come and see where Just fill out a trip suggestion form (available on
we’re going! Refreshments will be served. the portal under Wandering Webbers) and
submit it to Cheryl Miller at
Mark you Calendar for March 1st when we’ll c3miller@hotmail.com.
have a representative from Celebrity Cruise
Lines at our meeting!
Come and have fun traveling
Trips with travel dates that are being developed with your DWO friends!
for 2022 include:
• San Antonio (April 2022) For more questions regarding Wandering
• Greek Isles Cruise (May 2022) Webbers, please ask any of our officers:
• Mississippi River Cruise (late June 2022)
(Almost Full!) • President – Joe Braun
• Northern California bus tour (late June 2022) • Vice President – Ken Lindberg
• Switzerland by train (July 2022) (Almost • Secretary – Ginny Neely
Full!) • Treasurer – Lorraine Hansen
• Rocky Mountaineer – Vancouver to Calgary
(August 2022) Pottery/Ceramics Club
• Celtic Highlights (September 2022) We have numerous molds, glazes and underglazes
• Iceland and the Northern Lights (late that you can use to create your own masterpiece or
September 2022) functional item for your home. We also have a wide
• Biltmore Estates (November 2022) variety of acrylic paints to work on a piece that has
Trips planned for 2023 and beyond: already been fired. Depending on the process used
will determine when you will have a completed piece
• South America – Chile to Argentina to take home. We are always ready to welcome
(January 2023) prospective members and assist them with preparing
• Spain and Portugal (Spring 2023) their own piece or painting a piece of bisque to
• Great Lakes Cruise – Summer 2023 create a finished product. If you are interested in
• Baltic cruise – August 2023 expressing yourself artistically, please contact: Terri
Lange, Lee Berkowitz or Cindy Eddings. The club
• France – Viking Cruise- September 2023
has fees that will be discussed.
• Holiday Markets Cruise on the Rhine River –
•
December 2023
Egypt and Jordan and Jerusalem Early 2024
Tennis Club
Other trips suggested for 2023 and later without The DWO Tennis Club invites you to join and
dates or Trip Coordinators: come out to play on Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday from 8:30am-11:00am. Tennis balls
• Cities of Light Paris to Prague are provided during club play. The annual
• Norwegian Fjords
membership fee is $10 (used for club supplies).
• Charleston and Savannah
• Canadian Maritimes
Court 2 is used for doubles play with members
• New England rotating in after each game. Court 1 can be used
• Alaska for singles, practice with ball machine, or
• Pacific Coast doubles. If you have questions or need
• Galapagos additional information please contact Karen
• Hawaii Oberrath at koberrath9105@gmail.com or Cindi
• Antarctica Nguyen at cindinguyen1957@yahoo.com.
• Costa Rica
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Bocce Ball Club Pennsylvania Club
The Pennsylvania Club met on January 20.
We had 21 in attendance. We introduced
ourselves, reviewed the dues structure ($5 for
new members and $1 for current members) and
talked about participating in the Club Expo on
February 26. Joe and Judy Kemler will handle
the duties at the PA Club table.
Our officers for 2022 include:
• Ken Lindberg, President
• Judy Kemler, Vice-President
• Jean Ciroalo, Secretary
• Judi Cujas, Treasurer
On December 9, the fall bocce championship We thanked George Cujas and his fellow
game featured Fred Richard & Bill Spencer vs. officers for their leadership over the past few
George Cujas & Ken Lindberg. years.
The PA Club is planning to attend the Silver
Spurs Rodeo in Kissimmee on Saturday,
February 19. Ann Gold is working on this event.
We are also planning to attend the Philadelphia
Phillies versus Detroit Tigers spring training
baseball game in Lakeland on March 8 and the
Pittsburgh Pirates versus Detroit Tigers spring
training baseball game on March 20. Ken is
working on these events.
Terri and Ted Lange are looking into a Sunrail
train ride to Sanford to have lunch at
Hollerbach’s Willow Tree German Cafe.
Brenda and Bill Spencer will be scheduling a
dinner for the Club at Sakura Japanese
Steakhouse in Winter Haven.
Other ideas include a visit to Bok Tower,
miniature golf and pizza, and a lunch trip to
Winter Park for lunch and a pontoon boat ride.
Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 15 at
6pm at the Clubhouse.
Ken Lindberg
PA Club President
After a two game match, Fred & Bill became the
new champions and were photo-bombed by
Shelby!
28 February 2022Club News
Vets4Vets Club
There will be a Vets4Vets Social on 7 February
from 5 to 7 PM in the Ballroom.
This event will be at no cost to Club Members
and their spouses. Additionally, we cordially
invite all Vets and their spouses at DWO to join
us, even if you are not a Club Member. This is
our way of saying “thank you” for your service to
our country.
If you wish to renew your membership or join
the Vets Club, please bring a check in the Wellness Club
amount of $10:00 made out to DWO HOA and
give it to Richard Palazzo, our Club Treasurer. The purpose of the club is to enhance the
Membership in the Vets Club is based on a health, wellness and fitness of our community
yearly basis. with a variety of programs and activities.
We will be opening up La Tapanade for two Programs to include the 5 Being Habits, based
hours from 5 to 7 PM for this event to serve on little lifestyle changes also weight loss and
Club Members and Veterans who are not club weight management.
members. We appreciate the support of the Activities: Low impact exercise such as Walking
Tavern Committee for this event. Additionally, Groups, stretching, and so much more.
we will serve pizza, Chick Filet sandwiches, and
sandwich trays. We meet at the Clubhouse parking lot on the
1st Saturday of the month at our Wellness
Due to Covid conditions, we will have servers Walk.
for the food and we respectfully ask that you do
not handle any of the food - the servers will do All are welcome to join.
that for you. We will also wipe down the tables For more information contact Bill Ferguson at
and chairs prior to the event. We will seat six fergie177@msn.com
people per table so we are spaced properly.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Wellness Club Classes:
Bill Spencer at 540-717-0195 or
wxspencer@icloud.com. Aerobics Studio
Thank you for your time. Total Body Fitness: Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 8-9
Wake up with Dawn: Tue/Thu 7:15-8:30
Zumba: Tue/Thu 8:30 - 9:30
Burn, Firm and Balance: Mon/Wed/Sat 9-10:30
Outdoor Pool (Usually)
Water Aerobics: Monday thru Friday 10-11
Please note that all class times may be subject
to change or cancellation. Members will be
notified by email.
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Fairwayers Golf Schedule
Solivita Oaks Tues Feb 1st 9:00 am
White Heron Wed Feb 2nd 9:30 am
Highland's Reserve Fri Feb 4th 8:30 am
Willowbrook Mon Feb 7th 9:00 am
White Heron Wed Feb 9th 9:30 am
Cypresswood Thurs Feb 10th 8:30 am
OMNI International Mon Feb 14th 8:30 am
White Heron Wed Feb 16th 9:30 am
Big Cypress Mon Feb 21st 11:00 am
White Heron Wed Feb 23rd 9:30 am
Providence Thurs Feb 24th 9:00 am
Victoria Hills Mon Feb 28th 12:30 pm
In The neighborhood!
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CORDOBA C O R T E Z E I L I C
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Del Webb Orlando Advertising
Del Webb Orlando is an Active Adult (55+) community in Davenport, Florida and we offer you the
opportunity to advertise your business in one (or more!) of our available advertising media to reach
our residents and guests.
The Breeze
Our monthly newsletter is published on our website and is available to all homeowners even if
they are not currently resident in Florida. Printed copies are available, in the Clubhouse, for
potential homeowners and real estate professionals.
TapTV
Our La Tapenade Tavern has the ability to present your advertisement and promote your
business on a rotating display in conjunction with our streaming trivia service. In addition, A link
to your business will be added to our website (delwebborlandoinfo.com) that is open to be
viewed by the public.
Event Sponsorship
You will have the choice of upcoming Lifestyle Events within Del Webb Orlando in accordance
with your chosen level of sponsorship.
For further information please contact: Lori Blake, Lifestyle Director
Lori.Blake1@fsresidential.com (863) 424-5050
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