July 2016 “The Park with A Heart” Editor: Joice Smith Gator Tales “Gator Tales” is available online at: http://floridacommunities. com/lake-hammock-newsletter. Lake Hammock Village 36106 US Hwy 27 Haines City FL 33844 863-421-5764 Board of Directors Clark Smith President (2017) (863) 438-6929 Joyce Middleton Vice President (2017) (863) 353-5477 Maria Combs Secretary (2016) (863) 438-6643 Joyce Wright Director (2017) (224) 545-4846 Richard Gould Treasurer (2016) (863) 422-5902 Jim Fischer Director (2016) (239) 248-2597 Jan Baczkiewicz Director (2016) (989) 889-9498 Committee Chairs Gator Tales Joice Smith 863-438-6929 Phone Squad Florence Browning (863)547-8516 Sunshine Carol Gould (863)422-5902 Welcome Maria Combs (863)438-6643 Marilyn Smith (863)421-1018 Memorials Judy Page (863) 438-4598 TO 4 TH OF JULY Where: Lake Hammock Village Clubhouse When: Monday July 4 th 2016 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00PM Featuring: Hot dogs, Hamburgers, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Cake and Ice Cream and Watermelon Live Music Featuring: “FLORIDA RICK” **Guests and non-residents are Subject to a $3.00 fee.
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July 2016 “The Park with A Heart” Editor: Joice Smith
Gator Tales
“Gator Tales” is available online at: http://floridacommunities. com/lake-hammock-newsletter.
Lake Hammock Village
36106 US Hwy 27
Haines City FL 33844
863-421-5764
Board of Directors
Clark Smith President (2017) (863) 438-6929
Joyce Middleton Vice President (2017) (863) 353-5477
Ron was employed by an electrical company in Illinois for 43 years and also had his own business in which he did testing for electric power plants. He retired in 2010 and moved to Florida from Decatur, Illinois in 2011, settling in Dundee, Florida. In August of 2015, he moved to Lake Hammock Village, specifically 102 Reineke. Ron is very much interested in politics and past political history. Though his political persuasion is unknown, I am sure he would be open to discuss any political topics with likeminded friends and neighbors. Ron believes that this is something that all citizens should be concerned with as politics will be the driving force in November for the direction our country will be taking. Ron has 2 daughters and 6 grandchildren. He expects them in July for a visit and looks forward to taking them to Disney and other local attractions. Ron's companion is a 3 year old rescue dog named “Holly”. He enjoys taking walks through the park with her so when you see them out and about, stop, introduce yourself, and make them feel welcome. Article submitted by: Marion Spiegel
BOD…BOD…BOD…BOD…
Photo by Sharon Bowden
Arlene Williams Arlene and her husband of 36 years, Leonard, lived in Roselle, New Jersey, and then Gladstone, Virginia. They had one son, Barry, and one step-son, Leonard Jr. At the age of three, Leonard's niece, Haley, came to live with them and at the age of 12, Arlene and her husband adopted her. Arlene has 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Sadly, Leonard passed away in 2014. An employee of the United States Post Office for 28 years, Arlene retired in 2007. Not wanting to stop working altogether, Arlene became a part time substitute teacher from 2008 – 2013. Not wanting to remain up north, Arlene's niece Rhonda made the trip to Florida to assist with finding Arlene a nice place to retire. She discovered Lake Hammock Village and encouraged Arlene to come and visit the community herself. Arlene took the suggestion, liked the place and moved in to 90 Reineke in November 2015. Arlene's interests include bowling, Bingo, and casino trips. Her constant companion is her dog “Abby”, a.k.a. “Little Abby” and you will see the two of them riding in Arlene's golf cart throughout the park and the woods. When you see them, please stop, introduce yourself and make them feel welcome. Article submitted by: Marion Spiegel
LAKE HAMMOCK VILLAGE
MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBERENCE
2016
Memorial Day was celebrated this year at
the Lake Hammock Village Clubhouse. We
observed the day with a service at 11:00 AM,
followed by a lunch of hotdogs, beans, potato
salad, deviled eggs and cake. The service,
through the use of video, music and spoken
word, paid homage to all of our men and
women in uniform, and our police officers
and
firefighters, who made the ultimate sacrifice to
protect us and secure our way of life. Following
the ceremony, we gathered all of our Lake
Hammock Village veterans together for a group
photo.
I would like to extend a personal “Thank You” to
all those volunteers who were instrumental in making this day a success. “Thank You” to
the cooks, the servers, those who helped us setup and those who helped us cleanup.
Without our volunteers we could never have the many successful events that we do.
Exploring Florida Wildlife..... The gopher tortoise is approximately 9 – 11
inches in length and can be identified by its
stumpy, elephantine hind feet and flattened,
shovel-like forelimbs which it uses for digging.
The shell is generally tan, brown or gray in
color. Life span for gopher tortoises ranges
from 40-60 years.
The gopher tortoise lives in well drained sandy
areas with low growing vegetation, which comprises their diet. Common habitats include
sandhill, pine flatwoods, scrub, scrubby flatwood, and pine-mixed hardwoods.
A superb digger, the gopher tortoise lives in long burrows which offer protection from
heat, cold and predators. Burrows average in length 15 feet long and 6.5 feet deep and
are shared with more than 350 other animal species. These include burrowing owls,
snakes, rabbits, opossums, and Florida mice. For this reason, the gopher tortoise is
known as a “keystone” species as its burrows are sources of survival for so many other
animal species.
In Florida, the gopher tortoise is listed as a “Threatened” species which allows it to be
protected under state law. Permits are required before any gopher tortoise can be
moved, captured, or relocated. In addition, injured or dead tortoises should be reported
to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 1-850-921-1030, M-F, 8:00
AM-5:00 PM. After hours at 1-888-404-3922. According to their website, an officer
will respond to take care of the tortoise.
These gentle reptiles can be seen
frequently throughout the wooded area of
our park. Please use caution when you see
them so that we can do our part to protect
this important and delicate specie.
For additional information, please go to:
www.myfwc.com
Cornish Pasty
Submitted by: Judy Page
Although the people of the U.K. enjoy desserts, or
puddings as they call them, they do eat many unique
savory foods, too. This month I will provide the
recipe for the Cornish Pasty, or "oggy" as it often is
called in Cornwall.
Cornwall is a peninsula and the county the furthest
south in England. The people have strived for more
autonomy, like recognized in Scotland and Wales;
this was given to them this century. The Cornish
language, which has had a resurgence since last
century, is more closely related to the Welsh
language than those of Scotland or Ireland. To my
ears a true Cornish accent reminds me of the "Arrr!"
I used to hear from pirates in the old, old movies. I
mean no disrespect by this comment as I find the
many varied accents of the U.K. to be fascinating.
The pasty originally was the food the tin miners of
Cornwall took into the mines with them.
Traditionally the crimped edge of the pastry never
was eaten by the miners. They used it as handles
their filthy working hands could hold, keeping the
rest of the pasties clean for them to consume. Many
of the pasties had the meat filling at one end of the
pasty, but a sweet, fruit filling at the other end. It
was dinner and pudding all in one!
Cornish Pasty
500-675g/1 1/4 - 1 1/2 pounds’ short crust pastry
450-500g/1pound chuck steak, flank steak or skirt
steak, cubed
175g/6 oz. potato, about 1 potato, peeled and diced
175g/6 oz. swede (rutabaga), peeled and diced
1 onion, finely chopped
2.5mi/1/2 tsp. Dried mixed herbs (optional)
Beaten egg, to glaze
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste (most I have
enjoyed were heavily peppered)
1. Divide the pastry into six (6) equal pieces. Roll
each into a circle 20cm/8 inches in diameter.
Preheat the oven to the Hot 220C/425F
temperature. It will be reduced later.
2. Mix together meat, vegetables, seasoning and
herbs (if using the herbs).
3. Option 1. Spoon an equal amount of filling onto
ONE-HALF of each pastry circle. Brush the edges of
the pastry with water. Fold the pastry OVER the
filling. Crimp the edges firmly or roll the edges and
then crimp them.
4. Option 2. Spoon an equal amount of the filing
onto the CENTER of each pastry circle. Brush the
edges of the pastry with water. Pull the pastry Up
over the filling so that the crimped or rolled and
crimped edge goes over the top of the pasty.
5. Transfer each pasty, using a fish slice, to a non-
stick baking sheet. Brush each pasty with the beaten
egg.
6. Put these in the Hot over for 15 minutes.
7. Then REDUCE the heat to 160C/325F and bake
for a further one hour. If they begin browning too
quickly, cover them loosely.
Although swede is the usual vegetable, you can use
turnip, carrots and celery if you prefer. Most pasties
I have eaten have had carrot added to the above
recipe.
Birthdays, when you get to be our age,
are not necessarily about presents and
birthday parties. Rather, they are about
spending time with those you love and
care about. For that reason, I always try
to find something to do that may be a
bit out of the ordinary. This year, while
pondering that special event, I happened
across some flyers in the clubhouse for
the “Gypsy Vanner” horses. Having been
previous horse owners, and knowing how
much Joice loved these animals, I
thought this would be a wonderful “gift”. The “Gypsy Vanner” horse farm is located in
Ocala and tours are offered Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. The
“Gypsy Vanner” horse is a new breed to America, having been brought to this country
from Europe in 1991. Not only are they remarkable horses, but their history dates back
to the Gypsies and Travelers who used them to pull their colorful wagons. The tour of
the farm includes an up close look at the horses, the new babies and an in depth
discussion of the Gypsy culture and lifestyle. If you have an interest in horses, I
encourage you to make the trip to Ocala, take the tour and enjoy a beautiful day on the
farm. I know we certainly did.
Article by: Clark Smith
In an effort to support our local
community, I thought this month we
would visit the newly remodeled “Beef
O Brady’s”, located right outside the
gate in the “Tractor Supply” shopping
center. As many of you may
remember, the old Beefs was dark
and dingy, the service not all that great and the food not much
better. Under new Owner/Operator Cody McCain, all that has
changed. The remodel opened the place up so that it is now bright
and airy. The staff is over-the-top friendly, including Cody, who is
always ever present, greets every customer personally, and makes it
a point to “know” each and every one of his customers. The food,
which by all standards, had slipped a notch in quality, is now back to a
quality level. On our visit, I had the buffalo chicken wrap and Joice
had the mushroom burger. Together with a cold beer to wash it down
with, it was an excellent choice for lunch. If you enjoy sports, new
and more TV screens have been added to cover every major sporting
event. When football season starts, this is going to be the place to be. And the best
part...you can get there by golf cart, bicycle or feet. I encourage you to drop in for
lunch or dinner and say “Hi!” to Cody.
Article by: Clark Smith
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Haines City Farmers Market: Every Wednesday at Railroad Park
8:00-12:00
Monday, July 4th Thunder on the Ridge
Lake Eva Park, 3:00-10:00 PM
Celebration Monday, July 4 – “All American 4th of July”
Parade: 9:00 AM
“Mac McAnally” Concert: 7:30 PM
Fireworks: 9:15 PM
Kissimmee Monday, July 4 – 4th of July Celebration – Lake Front Park
Saturday Nite Cruise Old Town – Every Saturday
Live 50's and 60's music
at 7:00 PM
Lakeridge Winery Saturday, July 2 – Summer Music Series– 1:00 - 4:00 - Free
Saturday, July 9 – Summer Music Series – 1:00 – 4:00 - Free
Saturday, July 16 – Summer Music Series – 1:00 – 4:00 – Free
Saturday, July 23 – Summer Music Series – 1:00 – 4:00 – Free
Saturday, July 30 – Summer Music Series – 1:00 – 4:00 - Free
Winter Haven Saturday, July 9 – 2nd Saturday Market – 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
South Central Park
July 3-5 – Red, Brick and Boom
Legoland Park
Saturday, July 23 – 4th Saturday Market – 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Lakeland July 15-24 - “Grease” - Lakeland Community Theater
A Little funny submitted by Richard Spiegel
Monthly Dose
of
Healthy Living
"Don't let aging get you down. It's too hard to get back
up." --John Wagner
We Need To Stretch! (Part 3)
Lower Body Stretches
Increase your lower body, hip, knee and ankle
mobility with these essential leg stretches. Start a
lower body stretching program today also.
Pick 2 or 3 lower body stretches to perform at least
3 times per week. Generally hold the stretches for
30 seconds each.
You can then choose 2 or 3 new lower body
stretches every week.
This will add greatly to the flexibility of your low
back, hips, knees and ankles.
So give it a try and see how much better you can
walk, bend down to pick up something and get out
of a chair!
1. Seated Lifts Improve the range of motion in your hips and legs. Help stabilize your low back and pelvis 2. Standing Quadriceps Stretch Will improve your hip and knee range of motion with these. Can improve your standing posture by allowing you to stand up straighter. 3. Back Stretch Improves the range of motion in your spine and trunk. Increases your ability to bend and reach low or high. 4. Inner Thigh Stretch Improve your hip and thigh range of motion with exercises.
Increase your functional ability in standing, walking and stepping. 5. Calf Stretch Targets the flexibility of your calf muscle and heel cord. Increases your ability to straighten your knee 6. Hip Side Stretch This is a good stretch for the side hip area. Improve the range of motion of our hips. These also can help with balance. 7. Hip Rotation Stretch Increase the range of motion of your hips. Improve the functional use of your legs as in getting out of a car or stepping over the side of your bath tub. 8. Soleus Stretch Increases the flexibility of the deep calf muscle. Generally improves your lower body flexibility and functional use of your legs. 9. Ankle Circles Improve the range of motion of the ankle and foot. Can help with ankle swelling 10. Hamstring Stretch Increases your ability to lean forward and reach your feet. Improves the flexibility of your low back and legs. 11. Knee To Chest Stretches your knee and hip joints. Improves low back flexibility. 12. Ankle Stretch Helps maintain good ankle flexibility which will assist with walking and standing. Also helps with knee and hip stiffness.
Lake Hammock Village Residents – Bring us a buying customer on any resale and receive $100.00. Receive $400 if they purchase a new home or build a new home.
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