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2020Board of Directors

Judy BerubePresident

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Karen GrantVice President & Bldgs & Grnds

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Shirley HosnerTreasurer

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Pat HessSecretary, ARC

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David MuroskyDirector & Golf

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Gary MohlerDirector, Rules & Regs

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Gary MrowkaDirector, CAP

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Polo ParkPolo ParkFebruary 2020

Volume 22

President’s Letter

H Polo Park PressEditor: Denise [email protected]

Advertisements: Marion [email protected]

Photos: Linda Bailey

Distribution: Jan Thraen863-604-6930

Judy Berube

What a year! We made it, thanks to the hard work done by the Board. The old library building has finally been deemed usable by the County and is now full of Christmas decorations and other sundries that need storage.

The tennis and pickleball courts are resurfaced. Next will be the shuffleboard courts. The new kitchen in the Boulevard Clubhouse has been completed, new flooring was installed and the walls have been painted.

The volunteers for the pool furniture have worked hard for our benefit. The new chairs and lounges are in place at the Challenger Pool and the furniture for the Boulevard Pool has been ordered. Proceeds from Dauber Diner are being used to re-upholster the furniture at the Challenger Patio.

We’ve had some wonderful evening events over the last few months with many more to come this spring. Please try to attend whenever you can.

Judy

PLEASE JOIN US.ALL ARE WELCOME.

February 9

February 23

8:30 a.m. atChallenger Club House

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H Rules and RegulationsGary Mohler

There has been a lot of discussion in the park recently about dogs. I thought it would be a good idea to inform our residents what the rules are. The actions of dogs and their owners is governed by Polk County Ordinances. Section 4-27 covers dogs that stray or run at large. Dogs are not permitted to stray or run at large in or on any street, sidewalk, park, public property or private property of another. Section 4-31-a-1 covers dogs (or cats) that continuously bark, whine, meows, cries or causes other objectionable noises.

If there are 2 incidents of 15 minutes or more between 6am and 9pm in a 14 day period, or 1 incident of 15 minutes or more between 9pm and 6am. Section 4-31-2 covers animals that disturb the peace by destroying property, soiling public or private property, injuring individuals or threatening to injure individuals.

Violating these ordinances is considered a nuisance violation and is subject to a $75 fine for a first violation, a second violation within 3 years carries a $175 fine and a third violation carries a $500 fine. There are other potential consequences, in addition, for a dog running at large, such as requiring an RFID chip at the owners expense, or having the dog altered at the owner’s expense, in addition to fines. Enforcement of these ordinances is by any law enforcement officer, which includes, but is not limited to the animal control officer. It does not mention Polo Park Board members as enforcing these ordinances. The first step should be to talk to the animal’s owner. We should all be respectful of our neighbors. If you feel that law enforcement involvement is required, their first step is to contact the complainant. Please document dates and times to assist law enforcement when they contact the owner. These ordinances (and more) can be found through links on the Polk county website https://library.municode.com/fl/polk_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH4ANFO

H ATTENTION ALL POLO PARK VETERANS!Cindy Ratliff, Veteran’s Committee Secretary

The Polo Park Veterans Committee is endeavoring to obtain a list of all current Veterans who live in our great community. In this way, we can notify you when the Park is going to have activities related to flag raisings, fundraisers, and get togethers. We don’t want to

H Golf Committee MeetingMonday, February 3, 9:30 a.m., CCH

H Buildings and Grounds MeetingMonday, February 3, 11:00 a.m., CCH

H Rules & Regulations Committee MeetingThe Rules and Regulations Committee will not be meeting in February

H Monthly Board of Directors MeetingMonday, February 10, 7:00 p.m. CCH

H Election Committee Annual ReportRichard Ackerman, Election Chair

At the Annual Meeting on Monday, January 13, Polo Park voted to accept the Budget as prepared by the budget committee and four new Board of Directors for 2020. Thanks to all of the volunteers needed to make the meeting run so smoothly – you all did a great job.

Four positions were open this year and four homeowners put in their names to serve the community for the next two years. They are Shirley Hosner, Karen Grant, Gary Mohler, and David Murosky.

Board of Directors - Officers and department duties for 2020 are: Judy Berube, President and CERTs; Karen Grant, Vice President and Buildings and Grounds; Shirley Hosner, Treasurer; Pat Hess, Secretary and ARC; David Murosky, Golf Course; Gary Mrowka, CAP; and Gary Mohler, Rules and Regs.

Thanks to all of the residents that came out to support the community and the Board of Directors and volunteers for their time and energy to keep Polo Park a great place to live.

H Polo Park HOA RaffleKen Dobosz

Congratulations to Al Roberts and Larry Bucci for winning the HOA Raffle. Their HOA fees will be paid for the year. Thank you everyone for your support.

H LibraryMarian Larson

Please do not bring any soft covered books (paperbacks) to the library. Our space for them is full.

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H Residents’ Photos, For New Neighbors (and old)Linda Bailey, 863-420-0825

The Photo Albums in Challenger Clubhouse contain photos of residents arranged alphabetically and by street. These albums need constant updating. We have many new residents who have not had pictures taken and some residents who have never had their picture added to the albums.

I would like to undertake a project to correct that! I am willing to visit each home, by appointment, to take pictures of every new resident and anyone who does not have a photo in the albums.

Just give me a call and we can set up a photo session. Thanks, Linda.

H Polo Park Residents Who CareSally Franklin, 816-289-0234April Schmiege, 863-420-1903Kathy Johnson, 863-424-9870

Attention all residents living single in your home! Several of us living in Polo Park have experienced single friends falling in their homes and laying on the floor for days before anyone finds them. We would like to know how many single residents would appreciate a “Good Morning!” call every morning, or you call us every morning, just so someone knows that you are well and moving around another day. Please give us a call if you’re interested in our “Polo Park Cares” program.

leave ANYONE out! There are two ways you can help us out. Either send an email to Cindy Ratliff (Veterans Committee Secretary) at [email protected] or leave a slip of paper in the mailbox at 405 Tivoli Park Dr. (east side of street), with the following information. Name, address, phone number, and in what branch of service you proudly served! We are grateful and proud of what you have done for us and our country, and we want to make sure we give the honor you are due.

H Income Tax PreparationPat Munofo, 863-256-5789

Your Board has authorized AARP the use of your Boulevard Club House to do Federal Income Tax again this year. This service is Free of Charge beginning February 5, 2020. The hours are from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, only on Wednesdays. The last Wednesday is April 15, 2020.

NO APPOINTMENT IS NECESSARYTAX PREPARATION WILL BE ON A

FIRST COME BASIS

You will need evidence of your Social Security Number, a picture ID, your 2018 Tax Return, and your documents for tax year 2019.

Remember, this is a free service provided by volunteers. Your return must be prepared by one person and checked by a second person, so please be patient.

H Chapel NewsCarole Lien, 863-424-4380

During the month of February, there will be chapel on Sunday, February 9, and Sunday, February 23, at 8:30 a.m. If anyone is planning a Memorial Service, please call Judy Berube 863-424-3501.

Food BankThe Chapel Committee will sponsorthe Food Bank as an ongoing project.Donations of cash can be placedin the Food Bank basket onChapel mornings. Thank you.


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In Memoriam“They whom we love and lost are no longer where they were before. They are now wherever we are.”

— St. John Chrystostom

During the year of 2019, the following residents of Polo Park passed into eternal rest. They will be missed.

Bob Ernst January 1 Charles Myers January 6 George Thompson January 14Al Raeburn January 20Naomi Davidson January 25Vincent Moffett January 26Trudy Ellis January 26Shirley George FebruaryJudith Baradic February 3Bud Umphrey February 18Chester Blazejewski April 10Bob Windle April 15Jean Rapp April 21Gloria Jones April 27 Len Ridderhoff May 6Elizabeth Hanes May 6Mary Hopkins May 9Connie DeSantis May 20Jack Malakie June 26Bruce Robertson June 28

Gale Littler July 13 Jim Schlager July 15James Kearns August 2Rob Bing Crosby August 3Gary Myers SeptemberRosie O’Neal September 16Burt Vallan September 27Duane Curtis September 27Kay Frederick September 27Bill Gittens OctoberBill Rehrman October 2John Brown October 10Tom Tetreault October 11Tom Morris October 15Betty Graham November 13Luis Moreno December 3Steve Pinter December 10Jim Randall December 11Tiz Williams December 30


H Thursday Evening Bible StudyThursdays, 7:00 p.m. CCH Dr. Charles Brown, 863-422-7482

The Thursday Evening Bible Study meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in Challenger Club House.

The leader will be Dr. Charles Brown, who is the pastor of the Polo Park Chapel. Dr. Brown has taught for many years in churches and as a college professor. His approach is friendly, “down to earth”, and he has a great sense of humor. All are welcome to attend!

H Carport SalesSaturday, February 1, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.It’s time to clean house! If you are having a sale at your house, please drop off your address to the office by Wednesday, January 29, so that your house can be listed on the handout. No charge. The flyers will be handed out at the Boulevard Clubhouse on the day of the sale and will direct people to your house.

During the Carport Sales, there will be a bake sale and hot dog sales at the Boulevard clubhouse. Volunteers are needed; check Nextdoor and Polo Park Facebook page for details.

H Polo-EttesDonations for Carport SalesSaturday, February 1, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.1809 Challenger AvenueLinda Bailey, 863-420-0825

The Polo-Ettes are gathering donations for the yard sale on February 1 to help give a nice Christmas to the residents of Palm Crest Home in Haines City. If you have something you no longer need, the Polo-Ettes would appreciate anything to sell. Please bring your items to 1809 Challenger Avenue during the week of January 27th.

H Hot Dogs During Carport SalesSaturday, February 1, 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., B Buildings and Grounds Committee

The Buildings and Grounds Committee will be selling hot dogs, soda and water at the Boulevard Clubhouse as part of the Carport Sales on February 1.

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H Coffee, Donuts & ChatTuesdays, 7:15-8:30 a.m., CCHSandy Bradford, 513-519-1865 Come to the Challenger Clubhouse for breakfast on Tuesday mornings. We have donuts and bagels, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. It’s a nice time to meet your friends and neighbors. We meet from 7:15 - 8:30 a.m.

H Hot DogsTuesdays, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., CCHMarion Geake, 863-514-0806

The PPIPS Committee serves Hot Dogs, chips, and a drink every Tuesday for lunch, on the Patio behind the Challenger Clubhouse. Come for a quick, inexpensive lunch and social time! Bratwurst is also an option now! Free cookies when available. Mike Radloff is our cook, and you know he does a great job!

H Dauber DinerTuesdays, 4:00–5:45 p.m., CCH Barb Dundore, Kitchen Coordinator, 517-896-4126

Dauber Diner serves dinner and snacks on Tuesdays before Bingo from 4:00 to 5:45. Great food! Come on down to eat dinner with us. See you soon!

H Bingo Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m., CCH Terry Crosby, 863-256-5424

BINGO has begun! Tickets will be sold between 4:30 and 5:45. Come join the fun at BINGO. We’ll look forward to seeing you.

H Dime BingoSundays, 7:00 p.m., CCH Darlene Andreachi, 863-424-6431

Join your friends and neighbors for this quick and easy game. All you need to bring is 26 dimes and two quarters, and if Lady Luck is on your side, you may leave with heavier pockets!


H Polo-EttesSoup and Salad LuncheonWednesday, February 5, 12:15 p.m. CCHLinda Bailey, 863-420-0825

The next meeting of the Polo-ettes will be February 5th at the Challenger Clubhouse at 12:15 PM. We will be having our annual Soup and Salad Luncheon. There is a sign-up sheet in both clubhouses. Let us know if you will bring soup or salad (only 12 are needed), or a $10 donation for Palm Crest Assisted Living. Guests are always welcome!

H Valentine’s Day Dance PartyFriday, February 14, 6:00-10:30 p.m., CCHTickets: $12 at Pro ShopCarol and Jim Aldrich, 734-476-9079

Valentine’s Day and The Happy Days Band“The Happy Days Band” starring Gabriele and Mary Giuffre -- direct from New York -- will entertain us again with live music and the greatest romantic songs. They even look and sound like many of your best loved singers. Put on your dancing shoes, invite your valentine, relatives, friends and neighbors and join us for a wonderful show, party and dancing. It will be a Valentine’s evening to remember!

Remember the First Party of the New Year dances and the fun at the 2018 Valentine’s party? And how about last year’s wild Mardi Gras dance which allowed us to donate $1,500 in 2019 to the HOA for pool furniture and other projects. So come help your Polo Park community simply by enjoying the entertainment and dancing the night away with those you care most about.

Tickets go on sale at the Pro Shop on Tuesday, January 14th. Only $12 each for the greatest entertainers and impersonators and a sweet surprise. Open seating begins at 5:45 P.M when the doors open.

Bring your own beverages and hor d’oeuvres to share at your table. Coffee will be provided. Be sure to stop at the photo booth for your free photo opportunity. Terrific door prizes will be drawn throughout the evening and a generous split raffle, so come early and stay late.

Come party with Tom Jones and Elvis! Call 734-476-9079 for more information.

Polo Park Events

H Bake Sale During Carport SalesSaturday, February 1, 8:00 a.m. , B Brenda Reynolds, 863-420-6845

On February 1, beginning at 8:00 a.m., there will be a Bake Sale in Boulevard Clubhouse in conjunction with the Carport Sales. The proceeds will benefit the New Attitude Exercise Class.

We would greatly appreciate any donations of baked goods! If you can bake for the sale, please call me or just bring your items that morning. We would also appreciate volunteers to spend a few hours pricing and selling.

Drop by for some wonderful home-baked cookies, coffee breads, pies, cakes, and whatever else our wonderful Polo Park bakers make!

H O’ Canada PartySaturday, February 1, 3:00-8:00 p.m., CCHPenny West, 863 420-1949 Patricia DeLaurier, 863 256-5189

Calling all Canadians, wannabe Canadians, friends of a Canadian, and those who just want to party. We are going to have an O’Canada party at the Challenger Clubhouse Feb. 1 from 3- about 8. It is a potluck, so save your loonies and toonies for a draw and 50/50. Put on your toques, get off your chesterfields, and we will keep the hydro on.

Bring a dish to share, byob and your own plates and cutlery. Sign up sheets will be posted in both clubhouses.There will be Canadian door prizes, trivia contests and games. So come on down for a fun time!


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Polo Park Events

H Poker RunSunday, February 16, 2:00 p.m. CCHPotluck Dinner, 5:00 p.m. CCH$5 per personMarletta Frantal 863-420-3317Emma Vallaire 810-397-8183

Come to the clubhouse at 2:00 on Sunday afternoon, November 11. The forms are $5 each. Travel to five different houses, either by golf cart or auto, and draw a card at each house. You may also purchase a sixth card at the clubhouse for $1 extra.

Fifty percent of the proceeds is divided among the three top poker hands. There’s a booby prize for the lowest hand.

At 5:00 p.m., there will be a potluck to which you can bring your favorite dish to share with all. The prizes will be distributed at the dinner.

Please call Marletta ASAP if you would like to volunteer as one of the five stations. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated!

These poker runs have been a lot of fun and maybe you’ll be a lucky winner!

H Pancake BreakfastSaturday, February 15, 7:00-9:00 a.m., CCHTickets $5.00 at the Pro Shop or $5.50 at the doorSponsored by the PPIPSRita Mrowka, 716-467-5306

The Polo Park Improvements Committee will be serving breakfast on Saturday, February 16, at the Challenger Club House. We will begin at 7:00 a.m. and continue until 9:00. Tickets are $5.00, if purchased at the Pro Shop ahead of time, or $5.50 at the door.

Menu: All the pancakes you can eat plus sausage, breakfast casserole, juice & coffee.

H Barnyard BingoWednesday, March 4, 6:00 p.m., CDonation: $10.00, tickets available at Pro ShopTerry Crosby, 863-256-5424

We’ll be having a Barnyard Bingo on Wednesday, March 6.

Come play our special form of Bingo and have a lot of fun! We will begin the evening with a special dessert, coffee and tea. If you wish to have anything else to drink, please bring your own.

We’ll play 60 games of Barnyard Bingo and you may win enough meat for a delicious dinner! Also, we’ll have a 50/30/20 raffle and door prizes. Call Terry if you have any questions.

H Mulch MadnessBoy Scouts FundraiserMarch 9 DeadlineBrenda Reynolds, 863-420-6845

Relax and let the Boy Scouts of Troop 551 help you improve your landscaping this spring.

During our Mulch Madness fundraising campaign, the Scouts will deliver high quality shredded hardwood landscaping mulch (brown or red) to your home on select weekends in March. The price is just $5.00 per 2 cubic feet bag, and when you place your order by March 6, the Scouts will spread the mulch and remove the bags for free on delivery! There is a six bag minimum.

Orders can be placed at www.troop551.net/shop with payment made by Paypal and all major credit cards. Customers may also order online and mail-in a check to be received no later than the Monday before each delivery


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date. Complete information available online. If you have any questions with your order please email [email protected].

H Polo Park Country HoedownSaturday, March 7, 7:00-10:00 p.m. CCHDoors open at 6:30 p.m.Tickets $10Marianne Helmprecht, 631-672-141

Put yer boots on and yer best country attire and scoot on down to the Polo Park Country Hoedown.But don’t let the sheriff catch ya doin’ something wrongSomeone may have to bail ($1) ya out of Jail!Bring yer own bootleg thirst quencher and a snackWe will have our 50/50Music by MarianneAll proceeds go to the Pool Furniture Committee

H Polo Park Strong’s 2nd Annual Scavenger HuntSaturday March 14, 3:00-6:00 p.m., CCH

$5 per person (teams of two)Purchase additional points for $1ea up to $5 prior to the start of the hunt

Plan now to join us for this very fun team event. You can participate in a golf cart, car, or on a bike. Participants will be given a list of items they will need to find. When the whistle blows they will have exactly one hour to find as many items on that list as possible and return to the clubhouse, where they will be time stamped. The team that returns with the most items on the list will be our winners and receive half the money raised! So find your teammate now, and then start asking friends who are not playing, to see if you can stop by their house and collect items you can’t find at your house. In the event of a tie, your return

time to the clubhouse will be the deciding factor. While ALL the items are being counted and our winning team is decided, please stick around and watch the fun, you might just be surprised what kind of “crazy stuff” people have found. Please BYOB, plus an appetizers or sweets before the start of the Scavenger Hunt for a Snack ‘N Sweets Potluck while the items are being counted.

Proceeds for this event will be used to renovate and improve the exterior entrance to the Polo Park Library. Tickets will be available in the Pro Shop starting February 17th. For more information or if you would like to give us a hand with this very fun event, please call Lynda Poteracki at 847-738-0089.

H Pasta Dinner and MusicWith DJ MarySaturday, March 21, 4:30 p.m., CCHKen Dobosz, 860-604-9976

The Polo Park Golf Committee will be hosting a Pasta Dinner with all the trimmings. Plan now to join us and don’t forget to invite your friends and returning snow bird neighbors. Doors will open at 4:30pm, Dinner starts at 5pm and the musical talents of DJ Mary will begin at 6pm. Tickets are only $12 are available at the Pro Shop. Don’t forget to BYOB and a little cash for a 50/50 drawing. For more information please contact Ken Dobosz at 860-604-9976. See you there!

H Welcome Committee’sStrawberry SocialSunday, March 22, 1:00-3:00 p.m., CCHRita Mrowka, 716-366-0964

Old Fashioned Strawberry Shortcake & Ice CreamPlus music by the “Sunsations”.

H Luncheon/Fashion Show/Kentucky DerbySaturday, March 28Peg Massaro, 863-424-5920

Join us on March 28th for a wonderful formal dress occasion, combined with a fashion show and Kentucky Derby racing. More information to come in the March issue of Polo Park Press. Mark your calendars for this fun filled occasion, and dress in your best attire!

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Clubs & Groups

H Clubhouse Availability Judy Berube, 863-424-3501

If you need to use one of the clubhouses for any activity or function, call Judy Berube, 863-424-3501 and leave a message or email her at [email protected]. Also, if you would like your activity or event posted on the sign board at the front of the park, let Judy know and it will be taken care of.

Our bylaws provide for the use of the clubhouses for private parties. At the May 2017 meeting, the Board approved the fee of $100.00 for private parties to help with the costs of maintaining the clubhouses. Notice of a private party will be posted on the door of the clubhouse during a private function. Please.......let’s have respect for our neighbors and their families who are having a private function. We’re sure you would want the same respect and consideration given to you. If there is someone from outside of Polo Park who wants to speak to the community, they should also call Judy Berube to make arrangements.

Anyone is welcome to join any activity at any time!

H PPIPSPolo Park Improvement Projects Wednesday, February 5, 8:45 a.m., CBrenda Reynolds, 330-831-3317Marion Geake, 863-514-0806

The PPIPS Committee oversees many fundraising activities in Polo Park. We put on the hot dog luncheon every Tuesday, from October 2 until the end of April. We provide Saturday morning breakfast once every month.

In January every year, we put on a terrific (bragging here!) dinner dance. At our next meeting we will begin planning next year’s dinner dance.

Please come to our organizational meeting on Wednesday, February 5. We need lots of volunteers. It is a lot of fun, and rewarding way to help our community.

H Polo’s Solo Go Go’s Tuesday, February 4, 1:00 p.m., CCHDolores Childress, 863-427-7681Alice McCauley, 863-280-8992

The Polo Solo Group consists of widows/singles who are interested in getting out of the house. We meet the first

Tuesday of the month at 1:00 PM in the Challenger Club House to decide what we will do each Tuesday of that month. It could be a lunch or movie, or once a month a play on a Sunday. Sometimes, it’s a holiday meal at the clubhouse. We have recently lost some members, due to health problems and other reasons, so our group has gotten smaller. We need new members and possibly new ideas of fun things to do. Please call Dolores Childress at 427-7681 or Alice McCauley at 280-8992 for more information.

H Polo Park Veterans Committee Friday, February 7, 10:00 a.m., BCHKen Clark at 863-419-7477

If you live in Polo Park and would like to participate in our flag raising ceremonies or assisting with the care of the Veteran Memorial, we could sure use your help. The Polo Park Veterans Committee meets on the first Friday of the month in the Boulevard Clubhouse at 10:00 a.m. If you would like more information you can contact Ken Clark at 863-419-7477. We sure would love to have you join us.

H Welcome Committee Thursday, February 27 at 9:30 a.m., BCHRita Mrowka, 716-366-0964

The Committee will be meeting on Thursday, February 27th at Boulevard Clubhouse at 9 a.m.Please join us—new members are always welcome.

H Coloring Wednesdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m., CCHMary Ann Pearce, 856-816-1900

All are welcome to join us for a relaxing and fun afternoon. Bring your pencils, markers, crayons, and favorite coloring books and join us. We are looking forward to seeing you in the clubhouse at the kitchen end every Wednesday.

H Ladies Bible Study Thursdays, 1:00 p.m., 831 Polo Park Blvd.Lee Kilbourn, 863-424-3600

We have a Bible Study for women every Thursday afternoon. Currently, we are meeting at the home of Margaret Wright, 831 Polo Park Boulevard.

Every third Thursday, we meet at 11:00 and carpool to Bob Evans for breakfast or lunch!


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H Mah Jongg Tuesdays 9:00 am, B; Saturdays 9:00 am, CGinnie Thompson, 315-575-1242

Mah Jongg is a game that is commonly played by four players (but can be played by 2 or 3). Recently some of us have learned how to play Siamese with only 2 players. I’d be glad to pass along the written instructions if anyone is interested in playing that.

Mah jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance.

Studies show that Mah Jongg helps cure dementia, boosts cognitive awareness, and improves socialization skills.At the Polo Park Mah Jongg games, you can usually count on a few laughs too.

Mah Jongg is played every Saturday at the Challenger Clubhouse (unless otherwise noted) at 9:00 a.m. and every Tuesday at 9:00 at the Boulevard Clubhouse. Please check the calendar.

If you are interested in playing, please come and observe to see if it’s for you. If you are interested please email Ginnie Thompson at [email protected] with your email address and Ginnie will be glad to send you written instructions to familiarize you with the game. It takes a good three times at a minimum to enjoy the game, but it does keep your mind going.

H Court Whist Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., CCHRita Mrowka, 716-366-0964

We will be playing Court Whist on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, at the Challenger Clubhouse, beginning February 5th. Court Whist is a trump game that you play four hands and then change tables and play four more. Each group of play is with a different twist of instructions. It is a lot of fun. Please come and join us! If you have any questions, please call Gary and Rita at 716-366-0964.

Physical Fitness & Sports

H Horseshoe ClubMondays, 10:00 a.m.Charles Pierson, 863-420-3252

We play every Monday at 10:00 a.m. through the end of March. We are pitching in a traveling league with Florida Camp Inn, Lake Region, and Kissimmee RV Park on Wednesdays. Our last tournament of the season will be held March 13, 2020.

H Beginners Line DancingThursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., CCHMarianne Helmprecht, 631-672-1418

I will teach you the steps it takes to do a dance, and I go over the dances each week and you will see improvement in yourself each week. Line dancing is fun and great exercise, balance and it also helps your memory. I would love for you to join us each week and join in the fun. Any questions you can call me at 631-672-1418Bring a bottle of water, and wear shoes with a leather sole, or if you wear sneakers; get an old pair of socks and cut the tube of the socks off, then put the cut tubes over your sneakers.

H Challenger Pool Exercises/Body SculptingMonday, Wednesday & Friday, 10:00 a.m., C(Weather permitting)Nancy Scott, 863-420-7934

Maintaining your flexibility, balance, and strength is extremely important as we get older. This class uses a combination of muscle strengthening exercises, agility, pilates and a little bit of aerobics. Beginners are encouraged to join us, and everyone works at their own pace. We have some extra water weights you may borrow, if needed. Come join us, we have so much fun! Just bring your smile and sense of humor!

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H New Attitude AerobicsTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m., CCHBrenda Reynolds, 863-420-6845

Our “New Attitude” Aerobics exercise class welcomes men and women to join us at the Challenger Club House on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:00. We do about 25 minutes of cardio dance, 30 minutes of weight-bearing exercise and then hit the floor for tummy and legs. Time to get up and start moving for flexibility and mobility. We have a lot of fun with lots of friends. Please join us! All are welcome!

H Walking Class Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 8:00 a.m., CCHCheryl Kotch, 863-424-8706

Everyone is welcome to join our morning walking classes. It’s an easy, comfortable and friendly way to get into shape and lose weight. Bring a bottle of water, and 2 lb. weights, if you have them.

H Sit and Be Fit Class Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., CCHJan Thraen, 863-604-6930

We would like you to join us every Tuesday and every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in Challenger Clubhouse for a half hour of doing easy exercises! If you have any questions, give Jan a call.

H Pickleball Monday thru Thursday at 4:00 p.m.Fridays and Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. At the tennis courtsGary Mrowka, 716-366-0964

Come see the newly resurfaced pickleball courts!Please join us Monday through Thursday at 4 p.m and Friday and Saturday at 9 a.m. If you have never played and would like to learn this fun way to exercise, we would love to teach you this game. The more players, the better, as we can divide up according to skill level. If you have any questions, please feel free to call anytime—716-366-0964.

H Corn Hole Saturdays, 1:00 p.m., CCHRose Rybak & David Cooper, 407-394-6821Bob & Sharon Bolt, 863-424-4690Donna Knight, 937-244-9118

Please join us in playing Corn Hole every Saturday at 1:00 p.m. inside Challenger Clubhouse.

H Thursday Golf Dick and Ria Treur, 407-288-4275

Every Thursday, through the end of May, a group of golfers gets together to carpool to a nearby golf course.

We play different 18-holes courses in Kissimmee, Orlando, Clermont and Lakeland, sometimes with lunch included.

We play our own ball; it doesn’t matter how good or not-so-good your game is, we have low and high handicap players.

Both men and women are welcome to join us. There is always a sign-up sheet in the Pro-Shop.

You don’t have to commit to come every week, but come as often as you can.

For questions or more information please call Dick Treur at 407-288-4275 or Dave Hess at 407-569-6561 when Dick is away.

Gary Mrowka cuts the ribbon, dedicating the new Pickleball Courts, as our park’s players eagerly await to start playing.



H Polo Park Golf Committee Monday, February 3, 9:30 a.m. CGinnie Thompson, Golf Committee PR

If you are playing when the pro shop is not open, please pay in the “honor box” or come back when the pro shop is open to have your card punched. Your cooperation in this is greatly appreciated.

Don’t forget Wednesday is “Golf Clean UP Day”. We are always looking for, and welcoming volunteers every Wednesday at noon. Please meet at the pro shop at the Challenger Club House; bring gloves. Volunteering helps keep down your HOA fees. You don’t have to be a golfer to volunteer. Thanks to everyone who has helped in the past, and thanks to everyone coming out in the future.

PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO ALL GOLF START TIMES TO GIVE THOSE IN CHARGE TIME TO COLLECT MONEY AND SET UP THE TEAMS. IN ADDITION, PLEASE BRING EXACT CHANGE, INCLUDING SINGLE DOLLAR BILLS (NO FIVES, TENS, OR TWENTIES ) AND QUARTERS. THIS WILL SPEED UP THE PROCESS, AND MAKE IT EASIER FOR THOSE IN CHARGE. THANK YOU!

Reminders:Couples Golf has changed its name to Funday Friday. Singles are now welcome, but please bear with us in the first few weeks of trying to figure out the logistics of how to set the teams up. Thanks to Ron Jerman for being such a math wiz and coming to our rescue the first night of having singles; it’s not an easy task. Plan on dinner and cards at the clubhouse afterwards. Fridays are the best.

Play Your Own Ball, was played Sunday, January 12, and will be held each month on the 2nd Sunday. No matter what your skill level you can win money.

In November, Sam Caincross had low men’s for the day of 32, and Marletta Frantel had low women’s score of 33.

We also had optional skins (where you are the lowest score on the hole of the field). Skins of $9/each were won by Marletta Frantel with a bird on hole #2, and Jerry Braden won a skin with a par on hole #9.

A “1” was pulled for the winning score, and the lucky winners with scores ending in “1” were Pat Pidkaminy, Vic Padovao, and Bonnie Bertrand.

When playing your own ball, the following rules should be followed:

All putts must be holed out, no gimmies

If hit into swamp, yard, or deemed unplayable, take one stroke penalty, moving ball 2 club lengths from where ball went in

Double par is maximum taken on any hole; note, hole #3 is par 3 for women (max 6), hole #3 is par 4 for men (max 8).

Women – hit from gold tees were available, red otherwise; exception being silver box on hole #8 is for women over 80 only.

Men hit from white, 80+ years old hit from gold/red

Sunday Funday, Golf Scramble, with different fun formats will be held the last Sunday of every month at 2:00 p.m.

Don’t forget Men’s Scrambles Tuesdays at 8:30 and Saturdays at 8:00. Men also play every day, with the exception of Sundays at 8:00. Stay after golf on Tuesday for hotdogs, sometimes even bratwurst is on the menu.

Ladies Scrambles are Tuesdays at 1:00, and Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:00.

Please note event times could change. If changes are required to be made due to availability, notifications will be posted on Nextdoor and Facebook.

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Volunteer Opportunities

H Well of Hope Food Bank Carol Lien, 863-424-4380

The Chapel continues to support the Well of Hope Food Bank with financial donations – NOT FOOD. The need has become great for families and with the addition of seniors also needing help. Anyone interested in helping us support this with financial donations, see Mira Haack or contribute in the box at the Chapel. Thank you.

H Care Bears Gloria Gabrielse, 616-723-3976

The Care Bears program sends cards to residents during an illness or after a death. If you know of an illness or want to report a death, please contact Gloria. Thank you.

H Helping Hands William Lanzelotti, 863-420-9454

Helping Hands needs more volunteers since we have lost a few.

If you are in need of transportation to an appointment, please let me know as soon as possible. If we don’t know of an appointment until the day before, it’s sometimes difficult to find a driver.

H Golf Course Rangers Jim Godec, 270-559-9505

We are looking for any residents interested in volunteering to be rangers on the Polo Park Golf Course during the winter months (October thru March). This would involve about 4 to 6 hours of work per week. We need help in both the mornings and afternoons.

Mornings might include helping organize groups on the tee as they are processed by the Pro Shop personnel and taking care of carts. (Just handing out keys and helping load clubs.) Then, as time is available, checking the course.

Afternoons are mostly spent checking the course, assisting golfers and putting away the carts.

You will be surprised at how enjoyable it is to be a ranger! Give me a call if you want to be a ranger.

H Project Beds For Cats 2020 Fatima Delle Donne, 863-227-5281

Hello Furry Friends, and for the Snowbirds, Welcome Back. The PROJECT BEDS FOR CATS has been doing a lot of work and it will be celebrating 1 YEAR. I have no words to express all my gratitude to all of you that have been supporting this work.

It is that time of the year to replace our stock of supplies for 2020. I am still making BEDS and BLANKETS and this coming year, I am starting work on HOMEMADE SAFETY TOYS for the Cats and Kittens. Also, new Rescuers and Fosters in need of beds and blankets.

So, we are in need of the usual supplies:

● Flannel or Fleece by the yard● Poly-Fill for the beds● Batting for Cage Pads (I Quilt for safety when washed)

Wishing you the very best and good health for 2020.

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George Geake provided a little comic relief with his acting out of The Phantom of the Opera, Darth Vader and Gene Kelly in “Singing in the Rain”. I can always count on him for a great deal of help.

Of course, the biggest round of applause goes to Jenell Kilgo and her group of cooks and helpers! The main course was delicious and all delivered to 213 people in 35 minutes. She is amazing and tireless!

The one complaint which has been reported to me, tone-deaf me, was the soloist for Ladyz and the Boyz. I understand that she was a little off, but the regular soloist for the band was just out of the hospital after major surgery and this young woman was a substitute. These things happen and I don’t think it made much of an impact on the evening.

As announced that night, we had over 65 volunteers who helped put this evening together. Some cooked, some made decorations, other came and decorated, some baked cupcakes, some made salad, some entertained, some set tables, some prepared the room, some cleaned up afterwards. It takes everyone doing their part. Thank you PPIPS members! We can always count on you!

I didn’t set out to write a book, but I almost did! All that being said, we plan to have our next dinner dance on Saturday, January 23, 2021, so make a note and get your tickets in December!

Thanks to all of you for trusting us with your attendance. I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! Come to PPIPS Meetings, usually the first Wednesday of the month, and find a place where you can help next year. The volunteers have the most fun!

Thank You, Polo Park

H Welcome Committee Rita Mrowka

Thank you to all who participated in the Cookie Social, all the wonderful bakers who donated many, many cookies, and the Committee who helped to make this a very special event!! We hope the new residents that attended felt the warm welcome we were trying to convey to all of them!

H Hooray for Hollywood Marion Geake

Our PPIPS Annual Dinner Dance has come and gone and was a huge success. We actually seated 213 people, definitely our largest dinner/dance participation ever. The enlarged dance floor makes it possible to have a group that large and still have room to dance!

If you were there, I hope you had a wonderful time. Thank you so much for coming. The event raised over $2600 which will go into the Activities Fund. The PPIPS Committee will make a recommendation as to where the funds will be allocated.

The decorations presented by Pat Hess and her Committee were beautiful. Linda Bailey did a wonderful job on the Photo Booth and also she and her committee frosted all of the cupcakes and they were delicious! Tish Mareski helped direct a group putting together the salads.

Our “Men at the Door” were entertaining as usual. This year they were costumed as Movie Directors and I think they looked great and acted out their parts. How fun was it to be escorted down the red carpet? They also served as waiters delivering salads, rolls and dessert. Thank you, Gary Mrowka, Jerry Braden, Dave Cochran, John Pafumi and Dave Murosky!

“Directors” Gary Mrowka, Jerry Braden, John Pafumi, Dave Murosky, and Dave Cochran.

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Many Hollywood stars came to Polo Park’s Hooray For Hollywood Dinner Dance!

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From our Residents

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KREWEMASQUERADEMOON PIEPO BOYROYAL COURTTHROWSZULU

H “Simply Delish”Additional recipes from Rich and other Polo Park residents can be found in the 2018 “Heartwarming Recipes”, Polo Park Cook Book, still available for $10 each.

From the kitchen of: Rich Blonda203 Covent Garden Ave.

STUFFED PEPPER SOUP

Dice peppers and set aside. Cook meat and onions for 10 minutes. Add rice and cook until meat is completely cooked. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, spices, chicken stock, water and powdered beef stock.Stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally. Mix in peppers and cook for 30 more minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally. Perfect for those cold Florida nights! Enjoy!!

2 lbs ground pork or beef1 large onion, minced2 cups cooked rice1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes1 15oz can tomato sauce1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp dried basil1 tsp salt

1 32oz box chicken stock (not chicken broth)1 ½ cup water3 large green peppers diced2 Tbsp powdered beef stock2 Tbsp garlic pepper seasoning

H Word FindLynda Poteracki

All that is Mardi Gras“Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler”

(let the good times roll)Each of these clues can be found within the grid horizontally,

vertically, diagonally, backward or forward.Circle them all to solve the puzzle.


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Price includes round-trip motor coach, including gratuities for the driver and porters, to Port Canaveral. Also included are the taxes and fees of $104 per person (subject to change). While onboard, we will be seated together at an assigned time, enjoy a cocktail party, and receive an onboard credit of $75 per cabin.

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A $250 per person deposit is due with your reservation form; a second payment of $450 per person is due by June 17, 2020; and the final payment is required by October 16, 2020.

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