Viva Verona
April 2009
Upcoming
April
Events Valentine’s Dance
2 Ave Maria Day Trip/ Orange Grove Tour
4 Legally Blonde at the Phil
5 Marco Island Princess Sunset Cruise
6 Travelogue and Wine Tasting – China
8 ¾ Day Deep Sea Fishing from Marco
9 Gulfstream Race Park Day Trip
9 Watercolor Showcase
10 Jade Orchid Tour
11 Kids Easter Party
12 AARP Driver Safety Course Part I
13 AARP Drive Safety Course Part II
14 You Are What You Eat Seminar
15 Ladies Lunch Bunch Giovanni’s
18 Italian Dinner Dance with Sinatra Show
20 Hurricane Seminar with WINK TV
21 Selby Gardens Day Trip
21 ECHO Tour
22 Tom Jones at the Phil
23 Increasing Your Energy Seminar
24 Adult Dance & Mixer with Daniel Melvin
25 Footloose at the Phil
May
2 Kentucky Derby Pot Luck
3 Mount Dora Overnight Trip
4 Travelogue and Wine Tasting
5 Kayaking on the Estero River
10 Mothers Day Breakfast
11 Arthritis Seminar
12 Investment Seminar
14 Miami South Beach Day Trip
19 Dolphin Explorer
20 Segway Tour Downtown Naples
23 Memorial Day BBQ & Dance
25 Town Center Offices Closed
26 Osteoporosis Seminar
“Turning Houses into Homes and Customers into Homeowners for Life.”
I M p o rtA n t p h o n E n U M b E r s
Guard Gate .........................................................417-1084 VeronaWalk Sales Center
Post Office..........................................................775-6420
Estero Office Office Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. M-Sat
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
12:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday
Pulte Corporate Office .......................................495-4800
Construction General Office ..............................495-4800
Office Phone: (239) 417-6400
DiVosta Customer Relations - Beatrice .............495-4818
Professionally managed by Southwest Property Management Carrie Coyle ............................. Lead Sales Administrator
www.swpropmgt.com
239-261-3440 Mike Agins ............................................... Sales Associate
VeronaWalk Homeowners Association Nick Calgaard .......................................... Sales Associate
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M-F
Closed: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Josh Graeves ............................................ Sales Associate
Property Manager...............................................774-0026
Activities ............................................................774-0026 Gina Monteiro .......................................... Sales Associate
Don’t forget to view us on-line at www.veronawalknaples.com!
nEwslEttEr IndEx
Articles Page Number
Valentine’s Dance ...............................................................................................................................1
Important Phone Numbers and Index ..................................................................................................2
Special Events ................................................................................................................................. 3-6
Day Trips ........................................................................................................................................ 6-7
Looking Forward ................................................................................................................................8
Theatre Tickets ...................................................................................................................................8
Classes and Clubs ..................................................................................................................... 8-9, 12
VeronaWalk Monthly Calendar .................................................................................................. 10-11
Activities Director Notes ............................................................................................................ 12-13
HOA Information ..............................................................................................................................14
Fitness Events ...................................................................................................................................15
VeronaWalk Safety ..................................................................................................................... 16-17
Neighborhood Information................................................................................................................17
Tennis Talk .......................................................................................................................................18
Sales Center Information ..................................................................................................................19
2 ~ ViVa Verona April 2009
Special eventS
¾ Day Deep Sea Fishing
Marco Island Princess from Marco Island
Sunset Hors d’oeuvres Wednesday, April 8th
Cruise Grab your fishing buddies and enjoy a day of
Sunday, April 5th Boarding 5:45 PM Cruise fishing on private charter boats from the Marco
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM river Marina. Go for the big ones…grouper,
snapper, permit, cobia, barracuda, sharks and more.
Set sail on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico on a Each boat holds a minimum of four people and a
luxury yacht from Marco river Marina. Verona maximum of 6 people. Traveling anywhere between
Walk residents can enjoy their own private lounging 8 to 14 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico you are
area in the Upper Salon while cruising through the sure to catch some fish for a delicious dinner that
pass out into the Gulf. residents can choose from evening. Check in 7:45 AM. Boat Departs promptly
the sunset sightseeing cruise at $ 35.00 per person at 8:00 AM and returns at 2:00 pM. Charter,
or the sunset hors d’oeuvres cruise at $51.00 per fishing equipment and bait is provided. Bring your
person. light hors d’oeuvres includes: salad, two to own food (cooler with ice provided) and beverage.
three hors d’oeuvres and a carving station. Two cash Gratuity for Captain is not included. Cost is based
bars available on board. Advance paid reservations upon number of attendees:
only by April 2nd. Check payable to VeronaWalk
Activities. RSVP to the HOA Office. Friends are Four Persons (minimum) 175.00
welcome when attending with residents. Five Persons 140.00
Six persons (maximum) 117.00
please sign up with the HOA. if you prefer, you
can put together your own boat; just call Julie
as multiple boats can be arranged! if you are
looking for people to fish with, call the HOA
Office and we will reserve you a place and you
will be notified of cost. Call 774-0026. Once you
receive notification you have 48 hours to make
payment or reservation is void.
Travelogue and Wine Tasting
Monday, April 6th at 6:30 p.m. Watercolor Class
Join us on a visual trip as we cruise China’s Showcase
Yangtze river. Starting in the vast mountain Thursday, April 9th 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
wilderness home of the panda, we travel through
Highlights of art from the Watercolor class
the awesome Three Gorges and through the
will be shown in the Napoli room on Thursday,
world’s largest dam. Continuing past small
April 2nd from 1:30 pM to 3:00 pM. Come out
farming villages unchanged since the days of
and see what fabulous paintings your fellow
the Emperors, we dock at mighty Shanghai, one
neighbors have made. While you’re here meet
of the largest, richest and most modern cities on
the instructors and learn more about how easy
Earth. Finally, we visit Shanghai’s rival, Hong
this class actually is. if you are interested, pop
Kong, the financial center of Asia. Following
in the Tuscany room and check out the class in
the presentation we will enjoy wine and light
progress. No rSVp is required, just come in!
hors d’oeuvres. Cost is $7 per person. rSVp is
required to the HOA Office by April 2nd. Check
payable to VeronaWalk Activities.
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Special eventS ( c o n t. )
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Saturday, April 11th - 9 AM to Noon Fa (Doors Open at 5:30 PM) S
Calling All VeronaWalk Kids! Join us on Saturday, April Mangia! it’s time to enjoy an evening of italian
11th for our Fourth Annual Easter Eggstravaganza! Enjoy food and music by the lords of Cool with a special
a morning of fun with an Easter Egg Hunt, Crafts, Face Sinatra presentation! Catering by Dinners by Design
painting, Balloon Art, Games, Cookies, punch and more! features a menu of: Caesar Salad, Boneless Breast
Kids, tell your parents, parents, be certain to sign up your of Chicken Marsala, Baked Ziti, Garlic Bread and
kids! Children visiting their VeronaWalk relatives are most Tiramisu. There will be a 50/50 Raffle and a special
welcome to attend as well. drawing for dinner for two at Noodles italian Café!
All reservations must be paid in advance at the HOA Coffee, soda and water are provided; all other
Office by Monday, April 6th. Parents PLEASE avoid beverages are BYOB.
disappointment for your child and sign up in advance. Cost is $25 per person. Check payable to
We are sorry but we cannot accept any walk-ins at the VeronaWalk Activities. RSVP by Friday, April 10th.
event. Cost is $6.00 per child and $2.00 per adult (for Please see the HOA office for reservations.
refreshments). Check payable to VeronaWalk Activities.
Please see the HOA Office for reservations.
AARP Two Day Driver Safety Course Hurricane Seminar with
Monday & Tuesday April 13th & 14th 1 PM to 5 PM WINK TV Meteorologist
You must attend both days
Scott Zedeker
For VeronaWalk residents and their guests. This class is for Monday, April 20th at 7 PM (insert picture of Scott)
students age 55 and older who would like to receive a discount
on their auto insurance! The state of Florida mandates that What will the 2009 Hurricane Season bring to SW Florida?
all persons 55 and older who complete this course receive a Join local WINK TV Meteorologist and find out more about
discount on their insurance rates. The reduction varies based the 2009 Hurricane Season. Topics will include: past history
on your providers policy so please check with your company of storms, forecast for 2009, how to protect your property and
for your specific discount. more. An rSVp is required for this informative seminar by
Cost is $12 for AARP members or $14 for Non- Wednesday, April 15th. Contact the HOA office at 774-0026
Members. Minimum attendance of 15 persons is required. to reserve your seat!
Check payable to AArp is to accompany your advance
reservation. rSVp is required by Wednesday, April 8th to
Tom Jones at the Naples
the HOA office at 774-0026. Philharmonic!
Wednesday, April 22nd at 8 PM
Ladies Lunch Bunch Global superstar Tom Jones will appear at the phil for
Wednesday, April 15th - Noon
one very special performance. One of the World’s leading
Join us in our private room at Giovanni’s italian restaurant entertainers, the recently knighted pop phenomenon is
in the Crossroad’s Shopping plaza on pine ridge road at known for such hits as it’s Not Unusual, What’s New
Noon for our monthly ladies lunch Bunch. All residents of Pussycat?, Delilah, She’s a Lady and the theme from
VeronaWalk are invited to come out and participate! Meet Thunderball. Over the past four decades, Jones has sung
your neighbors! Today’s lunch is: choice of soup or salad, virtually every form of popular music – rock, pop, show
choice of entrée: Eggplant parmesan or Chef’s Salad or tunes, dance, techno, country – in his own inimitable style,
Fettucine Alfredo with Chicken, Spumoni and non-alcoholic winning new generations of fans. VeronaWalk seats are
beverage. The cost is $23.00 per person and includes all food, located in the Orchestra Center Front Section Rows N, M
beverage, taxes and gratuities. paid reservation required by & O, seats 101-110. We have a total of 30 seats and tickets
Monday, April 13th. 72 hour cancellation applies. Check must be purchased by April 1st. Cost is $80 per ticket and
payable to VeronaWalk Activities. Call 774-0026 with your check payable to VeronaWalk Activities. Call the HOA
choice of entrée. Office for reservations by April 1st at 774-0026.
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Special eventS ( c o n t. )
Adult Mixer and Dance with Cinco de Mayo at the Verona
Daniel Melvin Bistro!
Friday, April 24th 7 PM – 10 PM (Doors Open 6 PM) Tuesday, May 5th 6 PM to 8 PM
Another great evening at VeronaWalk! put on your dancing Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with your neighbors and friends.
shoes and join us for an evening of good food and great music Join us for a buffet of black bean soup, chicken and beef tacos
by VeronaWalk’s own Daniel Melvin! Bring an appetizer to with all the trimmings and Mexican rice. There will also be
share with your table and BYOB. We will provide the soda, bottomless chips and salsa and specials on Margaritas (frozen
coffee, water, ice and cups. please bring your own tableware. or regular) $4.00 each and $3.00 Coronas. reservations begin
Cost is $7 per person and seating assignment accompanies April 9th and are on a pre-paid basis only. First come, first
payment. Check payable to VeronaWalk Activities. rSVp to served. Cost is $13.95++ per person. please see the Verona
the HOA Office by Wednesday, March 25th. Bistro directly for reservations or call 417-2981.
Kentucky Derby Pot Luck Mothers Day Breakfast with
Saturday, May 2nd at 4:30 PM in the Town Center
Ballroom. Doors open at 4:00 PM Live Entertainment
Sunday, May 10th 9 AM to 11 AM
AND THEY’RE OFF! Join us for the 135th Kentucky
Derby! Don’t miss this great opportunity to watch the race at it’s time to celebrate the moms! All ladies and gentlemen
Churchill Downs on our big screen television. Who will be of VeronaWalk are invited to attend this event. Join us in
the winner of the coveted “Run for the Roses”? the Town Center Ballroom for a delicious buffet breakfast
Bring an appetizer to share with 8-10 people. Food will of scrambled eggs, French toast, bacon and sausage,
be displayed on a buffet and BYOB. Sharing of food starts breakfast potatoes and fresh fruit with coffee or tea. During
promptly at 4:30 pM. The race begins at 6:05 pM. There will breakfast you will be entertained by a duo of classical guitar
be a “Best Derby Hat” contest, other horse related games and, of and classical flute! Cost is $10 per adult and $7 per child.
course, we will all be singing “My Old Kentucky Home” at race Seating assignment accompanies payment. Check payable to
time. Best of all, lADY lUCK could be on your side. You can VeronaWalk Activities. A maximum of 180 attendees. rSVp
bet on your favorite horse at the door. $5.00 for ten tickets. required by May 6th. Call the HOA Office at 774-0026.
Cost for the event is $5.00 a person and includes soda,
coffee and water. RSVP to the HOA office by Monday, April
27th and please let us know what type
of dish you will be bringing. Seating
assignment accompanies payment.
Here’s your chance to be a part of this
timeless splendor of Churchill Downs,
right here at Verona Walk. Come join
the fun!
Travelogue and Wine Tasting Memorial Day Weekend
– The Baltic Sea Celebration BBQ on the Lawn
Monday, May 4th – 6:30 PM with Entertainment by
Join us for another fabulous evening of photography, as
we explore the Baltic Sea! The beautiful photography of Jim
Joe Fusco
Saturday, May 23rd 4 PM to 7 PM
Sernovitz will take you through Denmark, Sweden, Germany,
Poland, Latvia, Estonia, Finland and Russia! Many Americans Join us on the back lawn of the Town Center for a great day
have ancestors from lands bordering the Baltic. Experience outdoors to celebrate Memorial Day. We will dine on freshly
the cultures of the many different people who live along the grilled hamburgers, turkey burgers (upon advance request
shores of this great body of water. Travelogue is followed by only) and hot dogs. There will be a veggie tray, potato salad,
wine and cheese. Cost per person is $7.00. Check payable to baked beans and dessert as well. Cost is $8 per person. Our
VeronaWalk Activities. Advance reservation required by April very own Barry Gerenstein will be grilling it up for you this
30th. Call the HOA Office for Reservations. afternoon and our very own Joe Fusco will be our DJ.
April 2009 ViVa Verona ~ 5
Day tripS
Ave Maria Day Trip/Orange Selby Gardens
Grove Tour (Bus Trip) & St. Armand’s Circle Day Trip
Thursday, April 2nd Depart the Town Center at
9:00 AM Return 4:00 PM Tuesday, April 21st 7:45 AM
Are you curious about the new town of Ave Maria? Let’s go The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota fosters
on a day trip! Come tour the town (overview given by step-on appreciation of tropical plants through research and
guide), receive a private tour of the Oratory (church) and the education. Selby Gardens is perhaps best known for
Ave Maria University Campus. Explore la piazza (the Town having over 20,000 bromeliads and over 6,000 orchids
Center) and have lunch at The Bean or the Tropical Smoothie that have been acquired from over 140 expeditions to
(charges on own). Visit the shops in la piazza, see the North the tropics and rain forests. April is the ultimate time to
& South parks and the Ave Maria Waterpark! Afterwards view the stunning orchid display as most everything is
we’ll hop back on our bus and we’re off to a local Orange in bloom. Following the tour of this enchanting property
Grove where we will learn all about oranges, their harvesting we’ll head to historic St. Armand’s circle for lunch and
and equipment and we will get to hand-pick a bag of oranges shopping. We’ll also make a stop at Troyer’s Amish
for FREE! (a bag will be provided for you). Cost is $28 per restaurant on the way home to see what homemade
person and includes: bus from/to Verona Walk, bottled water goodies and pies are available in their bakery. pick up
en route and a free bag of oranges. rSVp required by March location is at the lely player’s Club and Spa. $65.00
26th. A minimum of 20 people is required for this trip. Check per person. Checks payable to VeronaWalk Activities.
payable to VeronaWalk Activities. RSVP to the HOA office by April 10th!
Gulfstream Race Park ECHO Farm Tour
Horse Racing & Casino Tuesday, April 21st 1:30 PM
Thursday, April 9th A tour you won’t want to miss! Educational and
$49 per person includes: round trip transportation from/ interesting. in this tour you will learn all about global
to Naples. Admission to race track, $10 slot voucher farming. The farm is divided into six global main areas:
and $5 food voucher. Call Diane licata at Ci Travel for tropical highlands, urban rooftops, tropical monsoon,
reservations at 430-1254. tropical rainforest, semi-arid tropics and hot humid
lowlands. ECHO exists for one major reason, to help
those working internationally with the poor to be more
Jade Orchid Greenhouse Tour effective, especially in the area of agriculture! They are
Friday, April 10th at 1:30 PM a technical support organization helping community
285 Morgan Road just off Sabal Palm Road development organizations and workers do what they
do . . . better! We do this in three ways: education and
Just a stone’s throw from VeronaWalk lies acres of beautiful
training, problem solving and networking.
orchids. Join owner Judy White on a tour of the greenhouses
ECHO (Educational Concerns for Hunger
and learn all about orchids and their care. Transportation on
Organization) is a non-profit, inter-denominational
own. Tour is free, however, an rSVp is required. Attendees
Christian organization located on a demonstration farm
should be able to walk without challenge. Call the HOA Office
in North Fort Myers. ECHO has been assisting a global
for reservations at 774-0026.
network of missionaries and development workers in
180 countries.
We will carpool from the bocce courts at 12:15 pM.
Seminole Hard Rock Cost is $5 per person for a private tour. A minimum
Casino Trip! of 10 persons is required. The tour is approximately
two hours and walking is required. There is limited
Saturday, April 25th
availability for transportation for those who are
Celebrate A day at the Hard rock Casino. Cost is $35 and handicapped with advance reservations. payment must
you will receive: roundtrip bus from VeronaWalk, $25.00 accompany reservation. Check should be payable to
Free Play Voucher, $7.50 Food Voucher, Live Entertainment VeronaWalk Activities. RSVP to the HOA Office by
and Loads of Fun. Call Diane Licata at CI Travel for 4/14/09, please indicate whether you can drive or require
reservations at 239-430-1254. transportation at the time of reservation.
6 ~ ViVa Verona April 2009
Day tripS ( c o n t. )
Dolphin Explorer
Tuesday, May 19th
Mount Dora Overnight Trip 8:45 AM Check In /9:00 AM Departure/ Noon Return
Sunday, May 3rd & Monday, May 4th Many of us have wondered about the connection
$249. ppdo - $299. single between man and dolphin or sensed something
“spiritual” when we’ve sighted them. learn why it is
Mt. Dora is known as the “Antique Capital of the
so important to understand their abundance, movement,
South” and “Festival City,” legendary for its throng
distribution and behavior. The survey crew of the
of boutiques, antique shops and renningers Antique
Dolphin Explorer is sharing their photographs, findings,
Center. Many of the little village’s shops have
data and experiences with the residents of VeronaWalk.
endured for generations of shopkeepers and home
Join fellow residents Tuesday, May 19th for this
and apparel treasures not easily found elsewhere.
fabulous trip for adults and children. please meet at the
A visit to the lakeside inn, in Mt. Dora is time
Port-0-Call Marina (downtown Naples) at 8:45 a.m. for
travel of the most privileged sort. The 120-year-old
check in with a 9:00 a.m. departure for this fabulous
historic landmark is rooted in a peaceful, romantic
tour. $50.00 per person rate with a group rate of 10 or
and genteel era yet offers the conveniences and
more. Under 10 people the rate is $55.00 per person.
activities of the modern times.
Children are ½ price. please sign up and pay at the HOA
Trip includes: round trip transportation from/to
Office window by Monday, May 11th. Special Note:
Naples, overnight accommodations and breakfast at
We will be getting off the boat for about a ½ hour to go
the lakeside inn, full tickets to the Sunday evening
shelling. please dress accordingly.
“Taste of Mt. Dora” at the lakeside inn, sightseeing
trolley tour, and more! For reservations please
contact Diane at CI Travel for 239-403-1254.
Segway Tour of
Downtown Naples!
Wednesday, May 20th
provided by Naples Transportation and Tours!
Kayaking on the Estero River Welcome to the most unique, innovative, and exciting
tour of downtown Naples. imagine cruising effortlessly
Tuesday, May 5th at 8:30 a.m. through parks and along sidewalks. Highlights of our
Get some exercise while paddling down the tours include: the famous Naples pier, Third Street South
beautiful Estero River. The Estero River Outfitters area, port royal, Aqualane Shores, 5th Avenue South,
has been teaching and guiding tours for 30 years Cambier park, Tin City, and the City dock. You’ll see
down the Estero river. Join in the fun on Tuesday, beautiful homes, the Gulf of Mexico, and pristine beaches
May 5th at 8:30 a.m. for this three and a half in downtown Naples.
hour guided tour. please arrive at the facility at Tours include a short 30 minute training session in which
8:00 a.m. to be fitted into a lifejacket and kayak. the guide will train each person on how to ride the Segway,
Before our tour begins an instructional session will and then it’s off on the tour for hours of beautiful downtown
get us moving in the right direction. This tour is historical Naples. While receiving a great orientation,
suitable for beginners to advanced kayakers. The informative, historical and current day information,
cost of the trip is $35.00 per person for a double fascinating stories, fantastic photo ops and superb service
kayak. limited to double kayaks as it is a guided from your guide. No prior experience is required.
tour. During the relaxing paddle learn about the • Arrive by 9:15 AM
flora, fauna, birds and history of Florida. Please • instructional Session 9:30 AM
dress accordingly and remember to bring water, • 4 & ½ Mile Tour through downtown Naples includes a
sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a camera. please stop at the Naples pier! (Approximately 1 & 1/2 hours)
sign up and pay the HOA Office by Monday, April • return approximately 11:30 AM
27 for this fantastic kayaking experience. Checks
payable to VeronaWalk Activities. Directions are Must be 14 years or older over 100 lbs and less than 260
available for pick up at time of registration. lbs. Cost is $69 per person. Check payable to VeronaWalk
Activities by Monday May 11th. A 7 day cancellation policy
is strictly enforced. See the HOA Office for details!
April 2009 ViVa Verona ~ 7
looking ForwarD claSSeS & clubS
Be sure to mark these special Financial Survivor Tools for
dates in your calendar! Today’s Economy
Tuesday, April 7th 6:00 PM
Sunday June 21st Father’s Day – Free Entertainment
poolside from 1 pM to 4 pM & lunch Please join Alys Bernstein of World Financial Group
specials from the Verona Bistro! on her crusade to leave no family behind with financial
planning for the future. Seminar is Free. RSVP is required
Friday, July 3rd Dance & Mixer with Geo 7 PM - 10 PM by April 3rd to the HOA Office at 774-0026.
August 14 Adult Dance & Mixer with You Are What You Eat
DJ Michael Cole 7 PM - 10 PM Tuesday, April 14th 1:30 PM
Getting healthy by making the right food choices. During
September 7 Entertainment poolside by Wes page this workshop she will discuss :
1 – 4 pM • The importance of label reading
• Knowing what’s in your food
September 12 Karaoke Night 7 PM - 10 PM • Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats - What’s Right?!
• How much should I eat? - Protein Control
October 9 Adult Dance & Mixer with Groovestyle • Water, water, water!
This Seminar is free. RSVP to the HOA Office by April 9.
October 24 Trunk or Treat!
Increasing Your Energy
October 31st Fall Festival Dinner Dance & Costume Thursday, April 23rd at 7 PM
party with Manhattan Connection
Free seminar presented by Dr. Shane Walker. Please
November 13 Dinner Dance with Cahlua & Cream RSVP to HOA Office By April 20th for planning purposes.
December 5 Holiday Dinner Dance with Soundcheck
BINGO Progressiv
e
5 piece Band
Wednesday Evenings at 7 PM Jackpot!!
Come out and play Bingo every Wednesday evening in
December 31 NYE Celebration at the Town Center March! Dates are: 3/4, 3/11, 3/18 and 3/25. Doors open
featuring: Dinner (on China), DJ Michael for Bingo at 6:30 p.m. and play begins promptly at 7:00
Cole with Snow Machine and Special PM. Free coffee and dessert are served as well. Bingo
Lighting and Party Favors! costs are 2 pack for $12
and Bonanza cards are 3
January 23 Dinner Dance with Kelly & Shelly for $1 (fees are subject to
change). So come on out
and enjoy an evening of
t h e at r e t i c k e t S fun with your neighbors …
you never know, you could
Tickets for the shows listed below at the Naples
go home a winner!
philharmonic are currently available to residents. All shows
carry a maximum ticket purchase of four per residence and
are on a first come/first serve basis. Ticket quantities are
limited. Please see the HOA Office for reservations.
Breakfast Bowling
Every Friday at 10 AM
Have a great time on the lanes at our breakfast bowl! Every
Friday morning. We meet at Woodside Lanes at 10 AM for
Footloose bowling followed by breakfast! For only $11.66 you receive:
philharmonic Saturday, April 25, 2009 8:00 p.m. $60 each three games of bowling, shoe rental, use of bowling ball and
choice of breakfast: pancakes and meat, eggs and meat or
french toast and meat all with coffee or hot tea! No rSVp
Tom Jones required, just show up! payment is made at the bowling alley.
philharmonic Wednesday, April 22, 2009 8:00 p.m. $80 each
8 ~ ViVa Verona April 2009
claSSeS & clubS ( c o n t. )
Investment Workshop Euchre
Tuesday, April 14th at 1 PM Mondays at 6:30 PM
Joe Dise of Dise Wealth Management inc. offers Please call 239-417-2528 if you are interested in playing!
an informative low-key investment workshop to
VeronaWalk residents at no charge. This open discussion Ladies Texas Hold’ Em
touches on topics such as investment strategies for Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Clubhouse
retirement income, growth and asset protection, as well
as other subjects. Requests for specific subject matter The cost is $10.00 to play with a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
can be emailed to JDiSE@att.net. please rSVp to the winner. We play by tournament rules and have enough
HOA Office at 774-0026 for planning purposes. chips for 10 players each week. Come and join the fun!
if interested in playing, please call patricia Daccurso at
530-0852 or Marie Zarrow at 417-5753.
Men’s Texas Hold’ Em
Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Clubhouse
The VeronaWalk rOMEOs are now starting their third
year of meeting weekly at the Verona Bistro to share good The cost is $20.00 to play with a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
food, good conversation and great friends. winner. We play by tournament rules and have enough
We’re a non-agenda organization and welcome all men chips for 10 players each week. Come and join the fun!
in our community to join us at 8:00 a.m. every Tuesday if interested in playing, please call Walter Zarrow at
morning. To secure your seat, or further information call 417-5753 or Carmen Daccurso at 530-0852.
Barry at 417-9052
Mah Jonng
Watercolor Classes Tuesdays at 12:30 in the Town Center. please bring your
Thursdays through April 30th at 1:30 PM
own Mah Jonng set. No rSVp required.
Join instructors Dee Ward and Ellen McKinney, Terry
Madden Certified Instructors and learn how to create
beautiful paintings! No painting or drawing experience is
Chinese Mahjong
required! Cost per class is $30 and every 7th class is free. Thursdays at 11:30 AM in the Town Center. Call Val for
A different subject will be painted each class. A supply more information at 304-2084.
list may be obtained at the HOA Office. Held at the Town
Center, room to be announced. please rSVp to the HOA Rummy Q/Hand and Foot
Office at 774-0026 for one or multiple sessions. Please Wednesdays at noon in the Town Center. Call Val for
make your check payable to Ellen McKinney. more information at 304-2084.
Evening Book Club Dominoes
We will be meeting on April 1st at 7:00 pM. The book for Tuesdays at Noon in the Town Center. Call Val for more
discussion is “Pillars of the Earth” by Ken Follet. Caroline information at 304-2084.
ropers will be hosting at 7843 ionio Ct. please rSVp to her
at 732-6630 by Monday March 30. Let’s Make Music!
Join me for some relaxation and musical recreation. i play
CANASTA amateur harmonica and would enjoy getting together with
others who are musically inclined. Any instrument welcome!
Wednesdays at 12:30 PM
Please contact Carmen at 530-0852 for additional information.
Please call Dee Bittman at 239-331-4258 for more
information. Men’s Bocce
Bridge Join in on the fun on Tuesday Nights at 6:30 pM on the
courts. Casual game of fun using the basic rules. if you
Thursdays at 1 PM in the Town Center. For more would like to join in the fun, contact Phil Oikle 774-7551
information please contact Sandy Ross at 815-455-7677. or paoikle@comcast.net! Bring your own bocce set!
April 2009 ViVa Verona ~ 9
v e ron awa l k Mon t h ly
Sun Mon tues we
1
BiNGO
7:00 pM
Evening Book Club
7:00 pM
5 6 7 8
Marco island princess Sunset Cruise Travelogue & Wine Tasting Financial Survivor Tools for Today’s Day Deep Sea Fishing Tr
7:45 AM
5:45 PM - 8:30 PM 6:30 pM Economy
6:00 pM Décor Mtg
Palm Sunday 4 pM
BiNGO
7:00 pM
12 13 14 15
AArp Driving Course part i AArp Driving Course part ii ladies lunch Bunch
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Noon
Happy Easter! You Are What You Eat Seminar
Fitness Committee
6:00 pM
1:30 pM
BiNGO
7:00 pM
19 20 21 22
Hurricane Seminar ECHO Tour BiNGO
With WiNK TV 1:30 pM 7:00 pM
7:00 pM
Selby Gardens Day Trip Tom Jones at the ph
Men’s Monthly Golf 8:00 pM
26 27 28 29
BiNGO
Recurrin
Mondays: 8:00 a.m. Men’s Tennis Doubles (Round Robin) • 8:30 a.m. Walking DVD Exercise Video Program • Euchre
Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. ROMEOS • 8:30 a.m. Richard Simmons Blast & Tone Weight Class • 9:00 a.m. Pure Jazzercis
6:30 p.m. Men’s Bocce • 7:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance Lessons
Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. Men’s Tennis Doubles (Round Robin) • 8:00 a.m. Ladies Golf • 8:30 a.m. Walking DVD Exercise P
Thursdays: 8:30 a.m. Richard Simmons Blast & Tone Weight Class • 9:00 a.m. Sweatin’ to the Oldies DVD Exercise P
Aqua Aerobics 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. • 1:30 p.m. Watercolor Class • 6:30 p.m. Mixed Bocce • 7:00 p.m. Ru
Fridays Tennis Mixed Doubles at 8:30 a.m. • 8:30 a.m. Walking DVD Exercise Video • 8:30 a.m. Walking DVD Exer
Saturdays: 8:30 a.m. Jazzercise
Sundays: 2 p.m. rummy Kube
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calenDar - april 2009
ed thurs Fri Sat
2 3 4
Ave Maria Day Trip last Yoga Class
9:00 AM 9:45 AM
legally Blonde at the phil
8:00 pM
9 10 11
rip Gulfstream Trip Jade Orchid Tour Kids Easter
1:30 pM Eggstravaganza
Watercolor Showcase 9:00 AM - Noon
1:30 pM
16 17 18
Activities Meeting Core & Stretch Begins
4 pM 9:45 AM
italian Dinner Dance & Sinatra Show
Last Dinner Dance of the Season!!
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
(Doors open at 5:30 pM)
23 24 25
increasing Your Energy Seminar $7 Dance & Mixer with Daniel Melvin Footloose at the Phil
7:00 pM 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM 8:00 pM
(Doors open at 6:00 pM)
hil
KY Derby party
30 4:30 pM
(Doors open at 4:00 pM)
ng Events
6:30 p.m. • Ladies Texas Hold ‘Em 7:00 p.m./Men’s Texas Hold ’Em
se • 9:30 a.m. Women’s 2.5 and Up Doubles • 10:00 a.m. Aqua Aerobics • 1:00 p.m. Mah Jongg,
Program • 2:00 p.m. Rummy Kube • 6:30 p.m. Men’s Bocce • 7:00 p.m. Bingo
Program • 8:30 a.m. Women’s Round Robin • 9:30 a.m. Women’s 2.5 & Up Doubles •
ummy Kube
rcise Video
April 2009 ViVa Verona ~ 11
claSSeS & clubS ( c o n t. ) activity Director’S noteS
Mixed Doubles Bocce
Thursdays at 6:30 PM. Call Phil Parisi 530-1365.
Ladies’ Golf
if you are interested in joining the group, please call
Marilyn at 417-9052 Or Cynthia at 417-0815. We play on
Wednesday mornings at a discounted rate. Join the fun! resident Spotlight
By Kay A. Fusco
9 Hole Intermediate/Advanced I introduce Roy Eaton to our community. Roy grew up in a close-knit family with his
mother, father and sister in New london, Connecticut. His parents made a decision to
Women Golfers
enroll roy in a college prep school located in Toms river, N. J. where roy attended
the summer camp program, completed the requirements and was set to begin classes
there. Since the campus was in need of many repairs, his parents presented roy with
Anyone interested in playing Mid morning golf at The several alternative prep schools. He chose the New York Military Academy and
Links ... contact Bonnie Faupel at 775-8033. We are attended there for the next six years.
looking for more players who are “around” full time. Arriving at NYMA in 1959, roy had no idea what lay ahead. He quickly adapted
to military life in a strict and controlled environment, followed orders, excelled in
Come join our cordial group. 9 holes. the classroom, and became involved in sports and other activities. While attending
NYMA, roy met and became friends with Donald Trump. He received awards in
science and was awarded the parents Award for overall achievement. roy was a
18 Hole Intermediate/Advanced member of the Westchester County Champion bowling league and a member of
the wrestling team. He was promoted to Cadet and in command of Company G and
Women Golfers received the G.F. Riley saber for leadership.
roy graduated from NYMA in 1965 and enrolled in pennsylvania Military College
Are you interested in forming an 18-hole group? where he was a member of the wrestling team, the Pershing Rifle National Drill
Team, and the Cadet Brigade Staff. He was the first student to be elected Senior
Suggested play date: Thursdays. There is an opportunity to Class president, Student Government president and Brigade Honor Court president
play weekly at royal palm and other courses. improve your simultaneously. He was given the special title of “Outstanding Member of the Corps
play, obtain a handicap, and most importantly have fun and of Cadets by the college’s president and was recognized in the magazine Who’s Who
Among Students in America’s Universities and Colleges.
meet other golfers. Please call Susan Haerle at 775-5991 or After graduating from college, Roy served as an officer in the Army artillery and was
email haerle@cox.net. commissioned Second lieutenant. He earned a master’s degree from Connecticut
College in Math and taught math at St. Bernard High School where he established the
Men’s Monthly Golf
school’s first wrestling team and during his seven years as coach, his team never had
a losing season.
roy retired from a full and rewarding teaching career and moved to Naples in 1996.
Join us as we head to Fiddler’s Creek Country Club on Thinking about his life, he wrote his autobiography, “Soldier Boy” in less than four
weeks and with his wife Debbie’s encouragement, the book was completed and
Monday, April 20th. There will be a shotgun start at 12:00. published in 2006 and was endorsed by Donald Trump. All profits from Soldier Boy
Minimum of 72 players to have the course to ourselves. are placed in trust and the funds are distributed to organizations important to roy: the
The cost will be 76.00 pp + tax. The event will include family needs section of Veterans of Foreign Wars, The Pennsylvania Military College
Museum and The New York Military College.
prizes for 2-man scramble lowest scores, longest drive in 2007, roy was chosen to deliver the commencement speech at the New York
contest, closest to the pin on a par 3, etc. Military Academy. Using humor and filled with valuable advice, his speech
This is a combined event of all 3 golf teams emphasized the importance of the skills learned at NYMA and the impact they have
on a graduate’s life. That same year he was inducted into the NY Military Academy’s
(VeronaWalk, MarineMax, and Fairway Church). Team Sports Hall of Fame and was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in Wrestling
captains are Tom Rocchi @229-5037 and Roy Jones at a National Sport Achievement Award Dinner on Marco island. On March 5, 2009,
@793-7733. Please call before April 12th or e-mail tom. Roy was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame in his hometown of New London
Connecticut, a very special honor.
rocchi@marinemax.com with your foursomes. Single He compiled a book of written words and photos of he and his wife Debbie’s years
players can call one of us and we will set you up in a group. together from their courtship through the present and presented it to her on a cruise
Women’s groups are encouraged to join in the fun. celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary.
roy and his neighbor and friend,
For May we will be going to The Club at Olde Cypress with Joe DiLalla co-authored a book,
our host Jon MacDonough. Date TBA. The Chosen Few in 2008 which
i highly recommend. Besides
The June outing TBA. For July we will be going to Pelican writing, roy enjoys swimming,
Nest CC with our host Ken Ullman on July 23rd at 11:00AM traveling, and loves going on
cruises. He resides with his wife
Men’s Weekly Golf
Debbie, sister Christina and his
dog Nikki at Verona Walk and is
busy with other projects as you
if you are interested in joining or have any questions, read this i am sure!
please contact Roy at 793-7733.
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a c t i v i t y Di r e c tor ’S not e S
Tune In!
A note from the To the VeronaWalk Community Channel #96 for all
the latest information on activities and the community!
Activities Director
Dear residents:
Bulletin Boards in Post Office
Did you know there are bulletin boards in the post office
it is hard to believe that April is here and where you can post your business card or list items for
“season” will soon be over. To all our part-time sale or items wanted? Just drop off your business card
residents we wish you safe travels and look or your index card with your for sale/wanted items at the
forward to seeing you in the Fall. Please be sure HOA Office and we will post within 48 hours. All “for
to give us your email address before you leave sale” items will be posted for 30 days then removed.
so we can email you the Viva Verona while you
are up North. To all our year-rounders, I look
forward to seeing you at our activities! VeronaWalk Website
Check out our website! Go to www.veronawalknaples.com
Fondly, and see what is happening in your community. New
information on Activities, HOA, Sales and much more. The
Julie Inman website is a great tool to download the newsletters, HOA
Julie inman Forms, and keep up to date on all of the happenings right
Activities Director here in VeronaWalk!
Receive your newsletter via email
Décor & Menu Meeting If you would like to receive the Viva Verona via E-mail
Wednesday, April 8th at 4 PM each month, please E-mail activities@veronawalknaples.com
All residents are welcome to attend. with your first name, last name and e-mail address.
Activities Meeting
Thursday, April 16th at 4 PM
All residents are welcome to attend.
VeronaWalk Library
CanCellation PoliCy We Need Books!
The VeronaWalk library is in need of hardcover
For Special Events including Dinner Dances, there will
be a full refund for cancellations 7 days prior to event date. books (no later than 2001) for our library. if you have
Day Trips: Full refund if cancelled at least 15 days prior a hardcover book in good condition that you would
to travel date. Football & Theatre Tickets: Non-Refundable be willing to donate please drop it off in the library
Cancellations after that date for any reason, including medical any time the Town Center is open. As a reminder,
or family reasons, are subject to forfeit of entire fare unless trip if you have borrowed a book, please ensure that it is
or event is resold, then a full refund will be issued. returned in a timely manner. Thank you!
Payment Policy
registration for VeronaWalk Activities is now taken
through the HOA Office window or by calling 774-0026.
Once a reservation is made, you have 72 hours to pay or
the reservation is lost. You may pay for activities by cash
or check only. Please save your receipt as verification of
registration. Dinner Dances - Reservations can be made
for all dinner dances, but seating assignments accompany
payment, unless otherwise stated.
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h o a i n F o r M at i o n
Annual Meeting Updates
As discussed at the Annual Homeowner’s Meeting, the
contact information for Divosta Customer Relations is: VeronaWalk logo Items
Beatrice Waldeck at 239-495-4800. For sale
Regarding use of the Town Center for Street Specific We have a large selection of logo items for sale at
Block parties Only… the HOA Office. Please stop in and see what
We are pleased to announce that effective immediately the you might like to buy!
Town Center will be available for one Annual Street Specific
Block party for each street within VeronaWalk for a social T-Shirts (Unisex) $6.50 - $11.50
activity. Here is an overview of the process requirements: (SiZES SMAll to
• A formal room rental contract must be completed and XXl) Navy Blue or White
submitted to the Activities Director a maximum of 90 Golf Shirts (Men) $14.50 - $16.50
days prior to the function date and a minimum of two (SiZES MEDiUM TO XXl)
weeks prior to the function date. reservations will not Navy, Maroon, White
be permitted during major holidays or weekends of
major holidays. Golf Shirts (Women) $16.00 (SiZES SMAll
• All reservations must be approved, signed and TO Xl) White, lavender or
submitted by their VeronaWalk Street representative. light Blue
• Each street requesting such will be permitted a space Sweatshirts (Unisex) $12.00 (SiZES SMAll TO
in the Town Center for a function once annually. XXl) Tan or Moss
The function must be a street related event and open
only to residents of that street. The rooms assigned Windbreakers $40.00 (XXl ONlY) Khaki
for this function are based on room capacities and are Baseball Caps $7.00 (One Size Fits All)
at the discretion of the Activities Department. The Orange, royal Blue or pink
once annually allotted room reservation is based on a
calendar year. All events are to be for social purposes license plates $25.00 Silver Only
only and may not be used for solicitation or sales of
products or services.
• The room rental fee will be waived for this activity,
however, a $200 refundable deposit will be required
2009 VeronaWalk resIdent
at time of reservation. Check should be payable to dIrectory
VeronaWalk Activities.
• All room reservations are subject to the terms and The VeronaWalk resident Directories are in and available
conditions of the room rental contract. at the HOA Office for low price of $2.00 per book. This years
• The VeronaWalk Street representative is responsible directory is listed both by street and alphabetically.
to ensure that the room(s) are set up, broken down and
restored to the condition in which they were given and
Notice for Summer Newsletters
all trash, decorations, food products, etc. are properly For the months of June & July and August & September
disposed of. we will be producing a bi-monthly newsletter. Please send all
• The Activities Department and Board of Directors your information for June and July to Activities by April 5th
reserves the right to refuse rental based on community and all your information for August & September by July 5th.
activities and misuse of premises. Thank you!
Customer Service Reminder…
Opportunities VeronaWalk Homeowner
For customer service issues, please contact Association fees are due on
Beatrice Waldeck at Pulte Corporate Offices
239-495-4800. April 1, 2009.
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FitneSS eventS
DVD Fitness Classes
Yoga Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Last class of the season is April 4th
Leslie Sansone Walking Class
Join instructor Karen Atkin Saturday mornings at 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
9:45 AM for this Class. Karen is excited to instruct
another great year of yoga. A certified Kripalu Tuesdays
Yoga teacher and member of Yoga Alliance she Richard Simmon’s Blast and Tone Weight
has been teaching yoga since 1990. No previous Class 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
yoga experience is required for these classes. Fee Pure Jazzercise from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
is $10.00 per class paid to the instructor. please Thursdays
bring a yoga mat and water bottle. rSVp or Richard Simmons Blast and Tone Weight Class
questions to 653-9380. 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Richard Simmons Sweatin’ to the Oldies 9:00
AM to 10:00 AM
Yoga with a Ball Saturdays
8:30 AM on Mondays Pure Jazzercise from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Last class of the season is April 20th
No Classes on Sunday
Karen Gariner-Harvey returns to instruct our
Yoga with a ball class again this year. Bring
your own yoga mat and exercise ball. There is no
charge for classes, however, Karen does request
that a donation be made to your favorite charity at
the end of the season.
Water Dance Class
9:45 AM on Mondays
Last class of the season is April 20th
Join Water Dance Class Instructor Karen Garnier-Harvey
for this new class. Karen currently teaches our Yoga with a
Ball Class and will have you dancing to Mama Mia, YMCA
& more! Cost is $7 per person. please pay instructor directly.
Core and Stretch
Tuesdays 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM - Last class 4/14/09
Changes to Saturdays 9:45 AM beginning 4/18/09
instructed by Giselle lauren, this pilates based core and
stretch class takes place on Tuesdays through 3/31/09. This
class utilizes exercise to strengthen the core and incorporates
both active and passive stretching techniques to achieve
relaxed muscles, joint flexibility and flex reduction. All fitness
Fitness Committee Meeting
Wednesday, April 15th 6 PM
levels are welcome. please bring your own yoga mat, towel
and water bottle. price is $96 for 12 classes or $10 per class. All residents are welcome to attend.
All payments are made to the instructor. please rSVp to
Giselle Lauren at 516-398-6295 or giselle.lauren@gmail.com.
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v e ron awa l k S a F e t y
C.E.R.T. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
Report A Crime. You Can Make A Difference
VeronaWalk’s Community Emergency
Response Team Nationwide, it was determined that the number of
arrests for criminal activity would double…if only
On February 28th the VeronaWalk CERT
crime were reported immediately. locally, three out
team attended a countywide preparedness
of every four arrests can be related to a call from
drill at the County Fair Grounds administered
a citizen. You, as citizens of our County, have a
by Emergency Management. Our team is the
tremendous effect on the ability of law enforcement
newest team in the county, and performed
to successfully bring a case to conclusion. Here are
as well as the seasoned veterans did. Our
some things to remember about reporting crimes.
team exists to serve the community in
• report suspected criminal activity
time of natural, or man made disaster, or
immediately…do not wait. The sooner law
emergency. Every member is a resident, and
enforcement can respond, the more likely they
a volunteer. Our team currently has seven
are to apprehend someone.
new team members undergoing training and
• Be as accurate in the description of people and
will be ready to serve VeronaWalk before
vehicles as you can. if they have left the area
hurricane season. if you’d like to join or wish
before we arrive, your observations will be the
additional information about CErT go to the
only information with which we have to work.
national web site: http://www.citizencorps.
• if you are not sure something is wrong, report
gov/cert/about.shtm. Or send an email to:
it to law enforcement anyway. it is better we
veronawalksafety@yahoo.com
check it and find nothing wrong, than allow
someone to be needlessly victimized.
• Do not get involved or investigate yourself.
report it…and let law enforcement deal with it.
remember, the situation may be dangerous.
law Enforcement is only as good as the information
- and cooperation - it receives from the public. You
are our most important link to your community. Help
us help you.
To register for upcoming training sessions complete
a Neighborhood Watch registration form located in
the carousel in front of the Town Manager’s office,
or send an email to: veronawalksafety@yahoo.com
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veron awal k S aF et y ( c o n t. ) neighborhooD inForMation
Attention Ionio Ct. Residents
Can you believe our season is coming to an end? Plan to
the VeronaWalk attend our Farewell Breakfast Sunday, April 5th 9:30 a.m. at
our Town Center Bistro. Please call Jerry Tegler At 435 -1027
Safety committee so we know how many to plan for.
Bicycle Safety Tips For Verona Walk Bicyclists
Lost in VeronaWalk
1/ A cyclist must follow the traffic rules common Saturday, March 14th
to all automobile drivers. He must also obey
regulations adopted specifically for bicycles. Diamond Tennis Bracelet, Gold Zig Zag Design.
2/ A cyclist on a roadway must ride on the side Reward! Call Julie in Activities. 774-0026.
reserved for his direction of traffic. Ride on
the right side of the roadway…riding in the
opposite direction, so as to face oncoming Thank You!
traffic doubles the risk of collision with a
motor vehicle. We recently experienced the “sense of community”
3/ in practice, most bicycle paths are also used by which DiVosta promotes at VeronaWalk. Our kitten
pedestrians, skaters, and joggers. Cyclists on lucy got out of the house. She was missing all day.
a two-way path should follow the customary My husband searched everywhere for her all to no
rule: travel on the right, except to pass slower avail. I came home from work with flyers to help in
users traveling in the same direction. the search. The neighborhood children went door
4/ A bicycle operated between sunset and sunrise to door distributing the flyers, and other neighbors
must be equipped with a lamp on the front joined in our search, even after the sun went down.
exhibiting a white light and a lamp with a red We gave up the search about 8:00 p.m. and shortly
light in the rear. thereafter, our neighbor Ted Dwyer appeared at our
5/ A bicycle rider under 16 years of age must door with lucy in his arms. We were so happy to see
wear a bicycle helmet. her. We want to thank each and every neighbor on
6/ On a sidewalk and in crosswalks, all bicycle Carducci Court who gave up their time and energy
riders shall yield the right of way to all to join the search for our little lost kitten. it is an
pedestrians. amazing example of how the community bands
7/ persons riding bicycles upon a roadway may together in time of need. Again, a big thank you
not ride more than 2 abreast. to the Carducci Court children, our neighbors and,
8/ No person shall operate a bicycle while especially, to Ted Dwyer.
wearing a headset, headphone or other —Patty & Tom Gallagher
listening device.
9/ A signal of intention to turn must be given
during the last 100 feet before turning.
-Turn left by extending the left arm
horizontally.
-Turn right by extending the right arm Carducci Court
horizontally or the left hand/arm upward.
10/ Before you change a lane position, you must
Block Party
always look back for traffic.
BE SAFE & HAVE FUN
**FLORIDA DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION
http://www.dot.state.fl.us/Safety/ped_bike/ped_bike.htm
-“Traffic Laws for Bicyclists”
-“Florida Bicycling Street Smarts”
April 2009 ViVa Verona ~ 17
t e n n i S ta l k
Tennis Committee Pick up Tennis Matches
Bonnie Faupel, Chair,
Members: Cynthia Houdek, Toby Silverman, Peter All residents who are looking for a list of tennis
Auer, Jerry Cohan, Dick Barker, and Mario DiMilia. players to engage in a few pick-up games, may now
obtain a new players list at the front office of our Town
Center. if you would like your name added to the list,
contact Cynthia Houdek at 775-0069. This list will give
you names, phone numbers and rankings.
Tennis Committee Meeting
The Tennis Committee meets the second Monday of the
month. The next meeting is Monday, April 13th 5:00 p.m. Tennis Court Maintenance
at the Town Center in the Napoli room. please share your Please remember to be courteous and clean up after
ideas for a better tennis program with Bonnie at 775-8033. you are done with play. This includes using the Aussie
sweep and the line brush. If you have any questions on
using this equipment please ask our maintenance staff.
Any problems with the court surfaces, lines, nets,
Round Robin Information etc., should be reported to the Town Center Front Desk.
please do not play after a hard rain until the courts are
Men’s Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
dry. Thank you for your cooperation!
If interested in playing, contact Peter Auer at 438-4787.
Women’s Tuesday and Friday Doubles 3-0 and up. Contact
Cynthia Houdek at 775-0069 regarding play. Tennis Ball Machine Clinic
Please contact Peter at 438-4787 for date and time.
Women’s Tuesday and Thursday doubles 2.5–up.
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Contact Bonnie Faupel at
775-8033. We need more players. Come join us. Bi-Weekly Tennis Social
April 7th and 21st
Join fellow tennis players every other Tuesday at 6 pM
Beginner Tennis for an evening out at the Bistro. This event is to get to know
other players off the courts. Come for a drink, an appetizer or
Anyone interested in organizing a Beginner Tennis group, dinner, the choice is yours. No rSVp required. Call peter for
please call Bonnie at 775-8033. more information at 438-4787. Come join the fun!
Tennis Clinics
By VeronaWalk Tennis Pros Carmenza & Alberto Guiterrez!
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
8a–9a Advanced (4.0-4.5) Advanced (4.0-4.5) Beginner (0-2.5)
9 a – 10 a Intermediate (3.0-3.5) Intermediate (3.0-3.5) Intermediate (3.0-3.5) Tennis Fit II
10a – 11 a Tennis Fit
11 a – 3 p
3:45 p to 4:30 p Tiny Tots (4-6yrs) Tiny Tots (4-6yrs) Tiny Tots (4-6yrs)
4:30 p to 6:00 p Juniors (7-18yrs) Juniors (7-18yrs) Juniors (7-18yrs)
6p–7p Shot of the week Nadal’s footwork
• please sign up at least one day in advance for all clinics via email at veronawalktennis@yahoo.com or by calling
239-601-5102 or 239-465-8215
• please refer to the pricing list for all other sign up options
• private lessons and team practices available upon request
• All clinics if not specified are for adults only
This Schedule is subject to change. please submit via email any suggestions you may have. We would love to hear from you to
make this program better for our community.
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s A l E s C E n t E r I n f o r M At I o n
Pre-Construction Homes Available for
Purchase Today!
Now is the time to spread the word to your friends and family about how
wonderful your VeronaWalk community is! We want them to share the same
joy in a new DiVosta home that you’ve enjoyed.
CARRINGTON OAKMONT
PATIO HOME SINGLE-FAMILY HOME
2 BEDROOMS ▪ DEN/BEDROOM 3 ▪ 2 BATHS ▪ 2-CAR GARAGE 3 BEDROOMS ▪ DEN ▪ 2 BATHS ▪ 2-CAR GARAGE
TOTAL 2,128 sq. ft. TOTAL 2,686 sq. ft.
RESIDENCE AREA 1,542 sq. ft. RESIDENCE AREA 2,000 sq. ft.
CARLYLE
SINGLE-FAMILY HOME
4 BEDROOMS ▪ 3 BATHS ▪ 2-CAR GARAGE
TOTAL 3,399 sq. ft.
RESIDENCE AREA 2,506 sq. ft.
Please stop by or call the VeronaWalk Sales Center for more information.
(239) 417-6400
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