L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter April 2024 “Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” –Howard Zinn Simply the Best! + Celebrate Earth Day & Support the Garden Club at their Plant Sale April 10 + Volunteers make Lake Ashton Go 'Round! Volunteer Appreciation Spring Fling is April 19 + + 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! 863-318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES May Issue Deadline: April 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. APRIL 2024 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com LW Homeowners Association (HOA) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner ___________________________________________________________________________________________ In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org lakeashtonhoa.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Meet new neighbors and to hear about local community happenings, community events and receive information on current projects within Lake Ashton. Meet local vendors personally and even snag a few free items or win services or products. Mondays at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom — coffee & donuts available for $3 (please note price change). APRIL 1 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworkers Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: Coffee with the City of Lake Wales Mayor Jack Hilligoss • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance, Horizon Wealth APRIL 8 • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Polk County Roads Updates • Featured Vendors: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson, TECO APRIL 15 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - LACDD BOARD MEETING • Peanut Butter Monday — Donations of nonperishables will go to the Havendale Food Pantry. Monetary donations can be dropped off at the Clubhouse Activities Office. APRIL 22 • Featured Speaker: Coffee with City of Winter Haven Commissioner Brad Dantzler and the WH Economic Development Council. • Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid APRIL 29 • Featured Speakers: Polk Museum of Art and AdventHealth • Featured Vendor: TECO IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 18 EVENTS 20 MIND & BODY 32 CLUBS 38 GOLF 44 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD April 15, 9 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD April 19, 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE & ACTIVITIES OFFICES: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday MONTHLY MARKET Shop local without leaving the community on the second Wednesday of the month from 10 am to 2 pm. Vendor recommendations and resident vendors are always welcome - contact clane@lakeashtoncdd.com. BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Get fresh poultry, fish, and beef every Wednesday in the Clubhouse West parking lot from 10 am to 2 pm. There are always new specials on the board! BOOKMOBILE Second & fourth Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15) in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. Polk County library card holders can check out and return books, movies, and more! SEASONAL RESIDENTS AND SUMMER TRAVELERS If you will be away for the summer, please stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to sign up and pay for a seasonal subscription ($5 monthly; $8 monthly international). The newsletter is also published electronically on lakeashtoncdd.com and sent out via 5 Mental sharpness comes from being around wise people. A meeting of the minds can help people see their ideas with new clarity, refine them, and shape them into brilliant insights. This requires discussion partners who can challenge one another and stimulate thought. People who focus on the idea without involving their egos in the discussion; people who know how to attack the thought, and not the thinker. Two friends who bring their ideas together can help each other become sharper! - Alex Fuertes, Maintenance Supervisor email blasts weekly. There is also a Summer Checklist at the Clubhouse Media Center to assist in making sure everything is taken care of before departure. NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION The next new resident orientation will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on April 3 at 2 pm. Get introduced to the community and meet other new residents and community leaders. Sign up online or at either Activities Office. Club, group and organization facilitators who would like to set up an information table at the New Resident Orientation should email Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com to reserve a table. LOST AND FOUND Lost and Found is located at the Clubhouse Office in the Clubhouse and can be accessed during office hours. Items are donated to local charities if not picked up after 3 months. HIGHLIGHT YOUR CULTURE Lake Ashton is full of vibrant cultures, which is one of the many things that makes this community so great! We are reaching out to the groups in the community to see if they would like to work with Clubhouse and HFC staff to put together activities highlighting the culture they represent. Interested in participating? Contact Caroline Lane (clane@lakeashtoncdd.com) and Krystle Funk (kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com).

JOINT AMENI TY POL ICY HIGHLIGHT GUESTS (CHANGES EFFECTIVE 1/19/24) • All Guests, regardless of age, must register with the office of the Amenity Manager and sign a waiver of liability prior to using the Amenity Facilities. • The Patron inviting the Guest must be present upon registration, unless other arrangements have been made with the Amenity Manager’s office. • A Guest is limited to 12 Guest Registrations per year. • Guest passes may be issued for a maximum of fifteen (15) consecutive days as correlated with the guest’s length of stay and may only be extended once for a maximum of thirty (30) total consecutive days. • A Guest cannot be registered for more than sixty (60) total days in a 365-day period. • A Guest’s ability to be registered may be reviewed by an Amenity Manager if exceeding the standards listed above. • All Guests under eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied at all times while using the Amenity Facilities by a parent, guardian, or adult Patron over twenty-one (21) years of age. • Patrons are responsible for ensuring that their Guests adhere to the Policies set forth herein and any and all actions taken by said Guest. Violation by a Guest of any of these Policies as set forth by the Districts could result in loss of that Patron’s privileges and membership as set forth in Section VI – Suspension and Termination of Privileges. The full Joint Amenity Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson at jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com. 6 PARKING REMINDER The Clubhouse circular driveway is a drop-off only area. Under no circumstances should vehicles be left unattended. An unattended vehicle in the driveway makes it difficult for emergency vehicles to access the Clubhouse in an emergency situation, which delays getting help getting to the person in need and every second counts. Under no circumstance should vehicles park in the circular drive. It is for golf cart parking only. SECURITY TRANSITION UPDATE Don't worry, you haven't missed anything! Please stay tuned to email for details on an upcoming informational session for residents to get more information on the new system and to get some of your questions answered. Although we understand it is hard to ask questions about a system that is new, to help prepare for this informational session residents are encouraged to send any questions they may have at this time to smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com. These questions will be sent to Securitas to ensure they are addressed during the informational session. Any questions that are personal in nature will be addressed outside of the informational session. There will be a limited amount of time for questions during the session. Securitas is continuing to install the equipment needed for the system to function. A sample of the RFID tag and Amenity Access Card is on display in the Clubhouse Media Center and HFC Activities Desk. We understand this is a big change for residents and we are here to help with this transition. Please feel free to reach out to Supervisors or Staff with any questions. Contact information for Supervisors can be found on pages 10 and 12. Residents can also contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells, or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson with questions. KNIFE SHARPENING Bring your knives and scissors to the Wood Shop (near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Drive) between 8:30 and 10 am on April 8. Please wrap in newspaper & identify with your name and phone number. Thank you for supporting this fundraising project. RESIDENTS TO RESIDENTS By Tom Scali Lake Ashton is a great community with more options on living our lives than we’ve ever imagined. As we get older, we are starting to think about the next step. Do we move into a continuing care health facility or can we stay here at Lake Ashton as we age? It would be nice to have a forum of residents with similar thoughts to try and put together a list of needs as we become less able to help ourselves. Such items as what kind of in-house care options are available and the cost? Is there a public transportation network to take us to doctors or grocery shopping? What are the costs? There are many more items; some unique to the individual, couple, or widow/widower. All of these needs have to be identified. I was hoping that a forum of concerned residents could identify these needs and then, hopefully, a core group of residents could help find answers and contacts. Maybe vendors with the right qualifications could give us presentations on the products and costs. If anyone is interested in working with us to get this program started, please contact us at: tscali41@gmail.com or 561-512-2961. An organizational meeting has been set up for April 11 from 4 to 5 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. 2024 CITY OF LAKE WALES COMMISSION ELECTION Lake Wales residents can vote in the next Commission election on April 2 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. 7 VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Are you interested in meeting new people? Are you interested in helping residents with signing up for events on Ticketleap? If you answered yes to these questions, we would love to have you complete an application to be an Activities Desk volunteer at the Clubhouse. Stop by Monday- Friday from 9 am - 5 pm to complete an application for review. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS 39999 60 DC Mot WiFi Enabled Lighe Included Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777

HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger April 15 is Tax Day, and the last day to collect donations for these deserving students. We are still in need of donations of money or gift cards or domestic items. The Clubhouse and HFC have items listed on papers in both activity racks. No donation is too small. Your donations so far have proved your generosity. But the demand keeps growing as I write this. As Dr. Caba stated at Monday Coffee on March 4, "because of YOU these youths will SUCCEED!” Their graduation party will take place April 24th. Hopefully they will all leave with a laptop to start college, domestic items to help them through the summer and gift cards for food, and some scholarships if enough donations. Contact Doris at 217-652-6636 with questions stop by Monday Coffee through April 8. In closing, enjoy all your families parties for a true accomplishment of graduation. SHUFFLIN’ SQUARES HELP AREA HOMELESS HS SENIORS Keith Stevens (left) writes a check for $750 from Shufflin’ Squares Monday Coffee sales to Polk County Schools for the benefit of homeless High School seniors. Shufflin’ Squares has been contributing annually to this project for more than five years. A portion of the proceeds of Monday coffee sales goes to the project. Receiving the check are Vickie Griffis from the Polk County Schools and motivational speaker Dr. Julio Caba at Monday coffee on March 4. BLOODMOBILE A total of 13 units of blood was collected in February. Each blood donation can save up to three lives so that means 39 patients will benefit from blood donations by donors at Lake Ashton. Next date: April 15 in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot from 8:30 to 11 am. Home Instead® Care Professionals can provide the care needed to ensure your loved one returns home safely . Call (863) 294-9141 or visit HomeInstead.com/333 FL Lic# 299994096 PERSONAL CARE | TRANSPORTATION | MEALS & NUTRITION | MEMORY CARE Each Home Instead® office is an independently owned and operated franchise of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company. © 2022 Home Instead, Inc. 8 Tax-efficient withdrawal strategies from retirement accounts Managing Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) Estate planning considerations for retirees Exploring Roth conversions for tax diversification and potential long-term benefits Tuesday 4/9/24 Smokin Ox BBQ *Lunch Provided 1pm Lake Ashton HFC 6052 Pebble Beach Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884 SPEAKER: Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor REGISTER TODAY 863-340-6225 Horizon Wealth Planning 1950 Cypress Gardens Blvd Suite C Winter Haven, Fl 33884 Tasha.Saca@horizonwealthplan.com Raymond James and its advisors do not offer tax advice. You should discuss any tax matters with the appropriate professional. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA / SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc.. Horizon Wealth Planning is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services. 9

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Supervisors and Staff would like to wish residents a belated Happy Easter and Happy Passover. Staff welcomes guests visiting for the holidays and wishes safe travels to those leaving for the summer. Residents leaving can remain in touch with their community while away by reading the electronic version of the newsletter, participating in CDD meetings via Zoom, and keeping up to date with community happenings through email blasts. For those remaining in Lake Ashton throughout the summer, Staff is working hard to create a fun summertime activities schedule including our first ever Summer Locals Concert Series featuring local bands playing at the Clubhouse and HFC from May - September. Check out the schedule on page 28. April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate those who dedicate their time to be stewards of this community. This is a perfect time to recognize and say thank you to the volunteers who work hard to ensure Lake Ashton maintains its reputation of being “Simply the Best.” When you are bowling in a league be sure to thank the volunteer pinsetter. Next time you grab a book from the Media Center, thank a member of the Library Committee for ensuring this amenity is well organized and ready for use. When purchasing a ticket at the Activities Desk, thank the volunteer that helps you find a perfect seat. Next time you attend a Club, Group, or Organization function be sure to thank the facilitator for their hard work. There is so much more that goes into planning activities and events than is realized at times. These volunteers, among hundreds of others, work hard to ensure residents, like themselves, have an enjoyable experience at Lake Ashton. See page 22 for information on a special event for volunteers. A budget workshop and regular board meeting was held on March 25. The board reviewed the updated Reserve Study. During this time of year Supervisors and Staff are actively working on the preliminary 2025 budget. Residents are encouraged to attend both LACDD and LAIICDD meetings to be part of the budgeting process and let your opinions be heard. A wrap up report of actions taken at the March meeting was sent out on March 28. LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431 mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours After Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom The 2024 Entertainment Series is now complete and WOW, what a season! Staff and the Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group are working hard on picking entertainment for the 2025 season that is just as good, if not better, than this season (although that will be a difficult task). March was full of many resident events, from the 16th Annual Fine Arts and Photography Show to the LA Purple Stars Walk for a Cure and St. Patrick's Day Fundraiser and LAPAC's Annual Community Showcase, to name a few. Lake Ashton residents are truly amazing, not only because of their immense amount of talent, but their willingness to help those in need. I am so grateful to be your Community Director! Lake Ashton is and will always be "Simply the Best.” 10 Simplifying Your Life 863.875.5600 www.performancegolfcarts.com GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Gp GOLF CARTS, PARTS AND ACCESSORIES UNBEATABLE BATTERY PRICES Includes Free Pick Up and Delivery, Professional Installation, Always FREE Pick Up and Delivery 3 YEAR Bumper to Bumper Warranty on New Golf Carts Shop all of our new, used, and refurbished golf carts online 24/7 New 2024 Models Non commissioned sales team here to help you Huge selection of colors and styles Multiple brands and features to choose from From the beginning we set out to be the simplest golf cart company you have ever dealt with. Our straight forward, honest, and up front approach over the years has been our recipe for success. Always o!ering unmatched guarantees, unmatched value, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Please allow us the opportunity to show you the di!erence, please stop by and meet our team or give us a call today! 1051 US Highway 92 W Auburndale, FL 33823 (Across from the Auburndale Flea Market ) 11

LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10 am 352.250.9707 alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com April has arrived, and Spring is upon us, with higher temperatures and longer days! March was a very busy month that had many activities all our residents enjoyed. One of which was the Lake Ashton Neighborhood Watch, who presented an Afternoon with Sheriff Grady Judd at the Health and Fitness Center. This standing-room-only event gave our residents a chance to hear issues involving public safety from the county’s Chief Law Enforcement Officer. Our thanks to the Neighborhood Watch for hosting this event at the HFC. The Lake Ashton LA Purple Stars Cancer Group hosted a sold-out “St Paddy’s Day” dance, where everyone displayed an extensive “wearing of the green” and revelry for all. We also hosted two outstanding seminars: Vertigo and Balance, and Safeguard Your Retirement. Both seminars were well attended and, in fact, the Vertigo Seminar has been scheduled again due to the overwhelming response. April is promising to be a busy month as well with a repeat of the Vertigo and Balance Seminar on April 23, which was so successful in March. Elvis will be returning to the HFC on April 12, for an evening of great entertainment. This is an excellent opportunity for all Lake Ashton Elvis fans to relive some of the great songs of the “King” himself. So mark your calendars, as Elvis will be in the building! April is also Volunteer Appreciation Month, and our Community Directors, James and Christine, are planning an event to recognize all of our resident volunteers. Many activities, programs, or services, would not be possible without the outstanding support of all our volunteers who freely give of their time. We salute you! The Lake Ashton II Community Development District Board met and approved the repair and rehabilitation of the indoor pool ceiling. We will notify residents well in advance when this will be done as it will impact usage of the pool. Residents are also reminded the District will be entering our budget cycle, and the meetings are an excellent forum for you to receive updates and voice your opinions on Board issues. April brings Easter and Spring Break, with many family members visiting. We remind you all to register your guests, and to remember the age restrictions for operating golf carts in our community. We look forward to seeing all of you at the HFC to enjoy the many events that have been planned for the month of April! 12 EAL RO PAVER SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 Before Restoring & Sealing Pavers sealproorlando@gmail.com Aſter Restoring & Sealing Pavers Benefits of Restoring and Sealing Pavers with Polymeric Sand • Inhibits weeds and grass in joints. • Reduces moss growth. • Deters ants and other insects. • Prevents loss of sand in joints. • Helps repel oil, grease, grime and stains. • Easier routine cleaning, enhances color, texture and brightness. • Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions. • Keeps the under base materials dry to prevent pavers from sinking and dipping. Patios & Walkways Benefits of Proper Drainage Installing Channel Drains • Removes water from flooded low areas where water accumulates causing weeds, mildew and mold growth. • Keeps entire paver area looking consistent without stains or permanent embedded darkening in pavers. • Prevents water entering pool or other unwanted areas. Avoids slip areas from forming. • Directs water in correct direction allowing drains to stay washed and functional. • Paver Installation • Pressure Washing • Travertine Sealing • Paver Repair • Polymeric Sanding Installing Channel Drain Steps for Sealing 1-2-3 1 Commercial pressure wash removing dirt, mold, mildew, weeds and contaminates. 2 Re-sand with polymeric sand locking deep inside joints. 3 Heavy multi-application of sealer to renew the original look of newly installed pavers (color added in sealer optional). FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 sealpr oorlando@gmail.c om CONTACT KALEB TODAY AT 863.272.0746 TO GET A FREE ESTIMATE! Repair Low Areas & Root Liſt Stress Areas • Extend Driveways/Walkways • Install New Walkways, Patios & Planter Walls

L.A. LOOKS Central Native Plants of Florida By Lynn Davis Gaillardia pulchella is an excellent pollinator flower. It attracts bees, butterflies and birds. to be engaged and volunteer to maintain its beauty. Interested in ARC? Contact Mike Wilson at arc@lakeashtonhoa.org or 863-325-0065 option 2. Interested in Compliance? Contact: David Muller at vp@lakeashtonhoa.org or 863-325-0065 option 3. Known most commonly as the blanket flower, this daisy like flower can grow to the height of 12 to 18 inches and easily spreads. It is easy to grow and has a long blooming season here in Central Florida. Its red or yellow petals are best from midspring to late summer. Dividing this plant will encourage it to become fuller and last longer. Blanket flowers thrive best in full sun. Gaillardias sold at many retail outlets usually are nonnative. It’s best to purchase from a catalog or nursery specializing in Native Species. This species tolerates the sandy soil and dry conditions in our area. You’ll also find that it’s a winner in hard to grow spots. Make sure to plant where it can easily spread for the best “wow” factor. You’ll be rewarded with beneficial visitors of butterflies, bees and birds because of it’s excellent nectar. LA (LW) HOA CORNER - FIRST QUARTER REVIEW By Brenda Jackson Happy Spring everyone! April sees the beginning of the annual migration of our snowbirds and we wish you safe travels, you will be missed! ARC and Compliance committees need volunteers. Did you know the ARC committee is required by our bylaws? We have to have one and if we cannot fill it with volunteers, we would have to hire a 3rd party company, who does not know us, to come in and manage this process. We have tried this before and it did not go well. Our Compliance committee is here to help us understand and know the CC&Rs and ARC guidelines. Remember, this is your community and requires all of us Our Annual Meeting was scheduled for February 25. Unfortunately, we did not have the attendance to reach a quorum so the meeting did not occur. Let’s thank our new Board members listed below for volunteering their time and efforts in helping us and our community: There is one board seat open. If anyone is interested in learning more or joining, contact president@lakeashtonhoa.org. Didn’t receive an email invite to sign up for the website? Email admin@lakeashtonhoa.org or call 863-325-0065 option 1. LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Marti Schmidt, President & Treasurer treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Harold Jackson secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Mike Wilson arc@lakeashtonhoa.org • Website: lakeashtonhoa.com • ARC Requests: arctracker.com/lakeashton/la LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Dave Bishop, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • James Akridge, Vice President/HOA Liaison vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Claude Browne, Secretary secretaryla2@outlook.com • Bill Martin, Vice President & Assistant Treasurer vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Connie Strassberg, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Pierre Duquette, LAII ARC Chair A6lawharc2@gmail.com • ARC requests: arctracker.com/lakeashton2 14 Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer Vultures are Florida's clean-up crew. At Lake Ashton we have both Turkey Vultures (above) and Black Vultures (left); and they can be seen soaring high above on thermals. On the ground they appear large and homely. The Turkey Vulture gets its name from a vague resemblance to a Wild Turkey with its red head and large body. In flight it can be identified by its two-toned wing pattern held in a shallow V (right). The Black Vulture has a black head and appears to be wearing formal white gloves in flight (left); its white legs and feet are easily visible when perched. The Turkey Vulture is the larger of the two. The Black Vulture has a shorter tail and shorter, broader wings. The Turkey Vulture rocks side to side in flight seldom flapping whereas the Black Vulture does a lot of flapping with short glides. Both feed on carrion and Black Vultures scavenge in garbage dumps. WHAT FISH ARE LIVING IN LAKE ASHTON PONDS? Many Lake Ashton residents enjoy fishing in the community's ponds. Because of the frequency of herbicide and fertilizer treatments that may cause run-off into the ponds, the district has a catch and release policy for all fish caught. Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, channel catfish, and Tilapia are the most common fish species in ponds. Largemouth Bass are fun to catch and are a popular sport fish in the community. These fish are predators that need a lot of small fish to eat in order to stay healthy and grow. A Bluegill is an example of a prey species. Tilapia is an invasive fish native to Africa. This species is a warm-water fish that cannot survive in water temperatures below 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents may notice dead Tilapia along their pond's shore line during cold spells. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. WILDLIFE ALERT - WATCH FOR ALL IGATORS Alligator courtship typically begins in early April, with mating occurring between May and June. Residents may notice male gators lifting their tails high and slapping the water with their jaws to create vibrations throughout the water during mating season. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds residents to be cautious when having fun in and around water. The FWC recommends keeping pets away from the water. FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 866.FWC.GATOR (392-4286). They will give you a reference number that will need to be provided to staff at the Clubhouse if the alligator is in a body of water in Lake Wales or to staff at the HFC if in a body of water in Winter Haven. Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Remember, it is illegal to feed or harass alligators. • Always give these reptiles a respectful distance — at least 10 feet — and always leave them alone. • Alligators are nocturnal (more active at night). After dark, avoid fresh and brackish bodies of water, though alligators sometimes lurk in salt water. Unprovoked bites will often occur at the edge of the water. • Never feed alligators; it encourages them to lose their natural fear of people. • Small animals, like pets, and small children are generally more at risk than large adults. • Female alligators protect their nests by hissing and opening their mouths; this does not mean they are preparing to attack. • Alligators under four feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. 15

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief We all know what an amazing community we have here in Lake Ashton and I could not be prouder of who we are and what we do as community. Neighbors helping neighbors. There is no better proof than statistics. The stats below are provided by our partners in Law Enforcement, Chief Velazquez (LW) and Chief Brannan (WH) for the year 2023. The stats at left show why we have the lowest crime rate as well as serves as proof why our police departments love us! This is only accomplished due to the efforts of our Security Guards and the selfless acts of our volunteers on CAP, CERT, etc. and last but never least all of you as part of Neighborhood Watch. You should all be proud of yourselves for your efforts in keeping all of Lake Ashton safe, secure, and respected. With that said, if you are interested in helping out your community; Neighborhood Watch could use you. The tasks are easy and the rewards are great! Contact NW Chief Fay Wood at 714-423-8966 or fswperson@aol.com if you are interested in joining or just want to learn more. 16

MOVI ES APRIL 3 — 4 (NO SHOWINGS APRIL 2) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM WONKA 2023 | PG | 1H 56MIN Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children's book and one of the best-selling children's books of all time, "Wonka" tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. APRIL 9 — 11 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM NAPOLEON 2023 | R | 2h 38MIN A spectacle-filled action epic that details the checkered rise and fall of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar winner Joaquin Phoenix. Against a stunning backdrop of large-scale filmmaking orchestrated by legendary director Ridley Scott, the film captures Bonaparte's relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his one true love, Josephine, showcasing his visionary military and political tactics against some of the most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed. APRIL 16 — 18 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM DAMSEL 2024 | R | 1H 47MIN The damsel in distress story gets turned upside down as the dutiful Elodie (Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown) agrees to marry the handsome Prince Harry (Nick Robinson), only to find out that the royal family 18 has only recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt. Now, Elodie is at the bottom of a deep cave, trapped inside with a fire-breathing dragon with only her wits and will to make it out alive. APRIL 23 — 25 SPACEMAN 2024 | R | 1H 48MIN Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late. APRIL 30 — MAY 2 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM PRISCILLA 2023 | R | 1H 53MIN When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley at a party, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend. Through Priscilla’s eyes, Sofia Coppola tells the unseen side of a great American myth in Elvis and Priscilla's long courtship and turbulent marriage, from a German army base to his dream-world estate at Graceland, in this deeply felt and ravishingly detailed portrait of love, fantasy, and fame. CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWINGS: ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 FEATURE FILM FRIDAYS — 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED APRIL 5 11 AM, 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) FRIDA 2024 | R | 1HR 28MIN An intimately raw and magical journey through the life, mind, and heart of iconic artist Frida Kahlo. Told through her own words for the very first time -- drawn from her diary, revealing letters, essays, and print interviews -- and brought vividly to life by lyrical animation inspired by her unforgettable artwork. APRIL 12 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM TRUE STORY 2015 | R | 1H 42MIN New York Times journalist Michael Finkel (Jonah Hill) loses his job when it's revealed that he was not entirely truthful in a cover story he wrote on contemporary slave trading in Africa. His world collapses even further when he learns he's a victim of identity theft; a man named Christian Longo (James Franco) assumed Finkel's name and stood accused of murdering his own family. Seeing a way to rebuild his shattered reputation, Finkel meets with Longo to hear his story. APRIL 19 11 AM, 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) THE STING 1973 | PG | 2H 9MIN Following the murder of a mutual friend, aspiring con man Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford) teams up with old pro Henry Gondorff (Paul Newman) to take revenge on the ruthless crime boss responsible, Doyle Lonnegan (Robert Shaw). Hooker and Gondorff set about implementing an elaborate scheme, one so crafty that Lonnegan won't even know he's been swindled. As their big con unfolds, however, things don't go according to plan. APRIL 26 11 AM, 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) THE GOOD SHEPHERD 2006 | R | 2H 47MIN Discreet, idealistic and intensely loyal, Edward Wilson (Matt Damon) finds that service in the OSS and later as a founding member of the CIA is the perfect career for a man of his talents. His methods become standard operating procedure for the CIA while he combats his counterparts in the KGB. But, as the country slips deeper into the Cold War, he finds that dedication to duty above family has a price. SPECIAL RESTAURANT ADVERTISING SECTION ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. 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EVENTS Things: First: Larry Hillock Second: Jane Storrs Third: Joanne Hillock Creative: First: Julian Polgar Second: John Garner Third: John Garner Best In Show: John Candler 16TH ANNUAL LA FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW By Larry & Joanne Hillock We wish to thank all 470 residents who came to the show and hope you enjoyed it. You couldn’t have had free admission, entry, iced tea and cookies without the generosity of our sponsors: Bernie Pruitt, Hill Nissan sales consultant, Boyett Family Dentistry, The Gallery & Frame Shop, Kevin Weltlin, State Farm Agency, Snowbird Heating & Cooling, and the Tessier Law Firm. Our hardworking committee members and volunteers worked very hard to give you a pleasant experience: Steve Bachleda, Ann Boogher, Nancy Hallfin, Charles Inman, Sharon Makela, Marilyn Noffsinger, Lyn Rogers, and Larry and Joanne Hillock. PHOTOGRAPHY WINNERS Pictorial: First: John Manifold Second: Alice Weissman Third: Steve Bachleda Honorable Mention: Carolyn Bishop, Julian Polgar Nature: First: Shelly Brodka Second: Barbara Comer Third: Shelly Brodka Honorable Mention: Brad Kirwan, John Candler, Barbara Comer People: First: Shelly Brodka Second: Sheri Garner Third: Carolyn Bishop Honorable Mention: Larry Hillock 20 FINE ARTS WINNERS Painting – Oil or Acrylic First: Cathy Libra Second: Linda Liabraater Third: Quinton Franklin Hoover Honorable Mention: John Kinch, Cynthia Kuibissa, Carol O’Brien Lyn Rogers Painting – Watercolor First: Patty Wallner Second: Barbara Staschke Third: Sill Wells Honorable Mention: Sil Wells Painting – Mixed Media First: Patty Wallner Second: Laura Borckardt Third: Kathy Williams Drawing/Illustration (pastels; colored pencils, pen & ink & graphic art) First: Becky Mistretta Second: Karen Knaub Third: Lyn Rogers Honorable Mention: Daniel Kjellsen Best In Show: Cathy Libra Again, thank you for attending and participating. We’ll see you next year. 21

COMMUNITY SOCIAL JOHN MOORE'S RETIREMENT PARTY Please join us in celebrating John Moore's 18 years of POTLUCKS The best way to meet new friends is over a good meal! Join friends and neighbors at the monthly potlucks held at the Clubhouse and HFC. Bring a dish to share! Sign up online or at either Activities Desk. Clubhouse: April 16, June 11, August 13, October 8 December 10 BOOK TALK Have a conversation with Jeffrey Wilkinson PhD, one of the authors of the new book “The Wall Between” and Lake Ashton resident, April 5 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Card Room. This will be a FREE 90-minute session facilitated by another Lake Ashton resident, Dr. Gary Goldetsky. No need to have read the book prior to coming to the talk. If you don’t already have the book, they are available for $20 (email Jeff at drjeffreywilkinson@gmail.com) or pick one up at the Book Talk. Limit: 20 people. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION SPRING FLING We love our Lake Ashton Volunteers! YOU make Lake Ashton the wonderful place that it is! We have planned a wonderful invitation-only event on April 19 to show our heartfelt appreciation. Volunteers should have received an invitation via email with a link to sign up for a free ticket. You must sign up by April 15. Thank you for ALL that you do for Lake Ashton! Thank you to the following sponsors: Performance Golf Carts, ClimateGuard, Mortellaro Law, Waters Edge, WCM Construction and Roofing, Arts Golf Cars, Charm City, Yellowstone, and Dyer Kia. HFC: May 16, July 18, September 19 November 21 teaching us line dancing on April 20 from 1 to 2 at the Pavilion. Stop by and let John know how much we appreciate all his hard work. PASSOVER SEDER By David Harrison The Jewish community of Lake Ashton would like to invite all residents to share a Passover Seder at the Eagle's Nest on Monday, April 22 at 4:45 pm. Garden salad, choice of pot roast or 1/4 roasted chicken, glazed carrots, roasted potatoes, coffee and iced tea are included for only $23/person. Matzoh, ceremonial kosher wine and dessert will be provided for each guest. Make an entree choice when signing up at the Clubhouse Activities Office no later than April 12. Make check payable to David Harrison. Call 863-326-6418 with any questions. 22 AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! sit pretty with SPRING SAVINGS TAKE $200 OFF ANY STRESSLESS® SEAT* BUY A 12” GEL MEMORY FOAM QUEEN MATTRESS GET A FREE BOX SPRING! Now through May 28, save $200 per seat on all Stressless® recliners, sofas, and sectionals!* NEW Stressless® seating. Yes, this includes Anna A3 Arm shown in Paloma Taupe/Walnut *Exclusions apply. See store for details. 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 23 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2024 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1525 3/24 100s OF ITEMS In Stock & Ready for Delivery!

TRIVIA By David Fix Join your neighbors for an evening of fun and the chance to win some cash. Just $1 to play. Maximum of 8 per table. Come with your team or come join an open table. Note: Tables are not reserved and are available on a first-come first-filled basis. Doors open at 6 pm and Trivia begins promptly at 7. To be kept up-to-date on Trivia Nights, email lakeashtontrivia@gmail.com to be added to the database and receive e-mails announcing Trivia Night. Trivia will be held on April 7, 14 and 28. Hope you come join the fun! DENIM & DIAMONDS It’s time for the Clubhouse to host the annual ladies’ luncheon! Don your denim & diamonds and celebrate friendship, fellowship, and food May 17 at 11 am. There will be an array of female-owned businesses in attendance. All vendors will offer a discount for purchases made that day and there will be raffles throughout the event. A light lunch of a turkey croissant, spring berry salad, and petite desserts will be served along with non-alcoholic beverages. Comedian Shay Lowe will also perform. Purchase your tickets for $20 starting April 2. LAVA ARMED FORCES DAY GOLF TOURNAMENT By Bob Zelazny, Tournament Director Save the date! The Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA) is sponsoring the 4th Annual Armed Forces Day Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 18. The tournament Is a scramble format, and open to all residents and guests regardless of if they have served in the military. Make your own team - all men, all ladies, or a combination. All members of a team do not have to identify with the same service. If you do not have a team, the Pro Shop will put one together for you. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for guests. The price includes your entry and lunch following the event. Proceeds will be used to fund LAVA activities and charitable donations throughout the year. Past years 24 have seen the chapter support a scholarship program for Junior ROTC cadets at Winter Haven and Lake Wales High Schools, Freedom Flights to Washington DC, “Wreaths Across America,” local veterans’ charities, “Last Mission,” “K9s for Vets” and goody packages to deployed service members. Additionally, these funds support Lake Ashton programs such as expansion/maintenance of the Memorial Park, flags on the boulevard program, and annual ceremonies on Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and Independence Day. Please come out and join us to honor our country and veterans. Sign up at the Pro Shop beginning May 1. JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION By Lynda Hadley The Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club is very excited to host Lake Ashton’s very first Juneteenth Celebration on June 21, 2024! Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, is an American holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It serves as a day of reflection, remembrance, and celebration of African American culture and history, as well as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice. You won’t want to miss this celebration of freedom, prosperity and unity as we come together and enjoy exquisite soul food, great music and speakers who will shine a light on African American history, culture, and perseverance. Stay tuned for more details of this day of celebration that will benefit The African American Museum and underprivileged local school children. SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE & HFC September 18 - CPR & AED Class at the Clubhouse September 27 - Line Dance-Palooza! At the Clubhouse November 2 - Fall Festival at the Clubhouse December 31 - New Year's Eve at the Clubhouse w/ 99 in the Shade

Changes in Latitudes 2024 SHOWCASE THANK YOU By Karen Nelson Thank you Lake Ashton for your exuberant support of the Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation's (LAPAC) presentation of the 2024 Showcase, Changes in Latitudes. This Showcase was a celebration of fun, friendship, chilling out, and good times. Thank you to the Lake Ashton residents who participated in Changes in Latitudes - the performers, the technical, sound, light, backstage, set, construction, painting, costuming, ushering, hair and makeup crews, the vocal coaches, dance coaches - it actually takes more than a village to bring a Show like this to the stage. And a lot of dedicated time. Thank you to our Lake Ashton friends and neighbors who supported Changes in Latitudes by attending the Shows, hearing your applause just encourages us to continue! Thank you to sponsors. Thank you to the families of our Cast and Crew, your contributions may be unseen by most, but we know they are significant. Thank you to the Clubhouse Activities staff - Christine, Sheila, Caroline, Matt, Alex, and Angel. We make a great team. Thank you for allowing LAPAC to produce Changes in Latitudes, and showcase the vast talent of our Lake Ashton residents. Lake Ashton is, indeed, Simply the Best. BOLLA’ S 20TH ANNIVERSARY By Diane Dillon The members of BOLLA, Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton, celebrated 20 years and their impressive achievements with an Anniversary Luncheon on February 27. Members were greeted at the door by Treasurer, Amity Kokochak and Secretary Carolyn Stahl. Before a 26 delicious lunch, Chris Crane delivered a prayer, specially written for the occasion. After lunch, President Linda Warden started the festivities by thanking the members of BOLLA for their hard work giving special recognition to those with additional duties. Linda then read a note from Yvonne Makowski, founder of Binky Patrol, BOLLA’s predecessor organization. Yvonne provided a brief history of her experiences starting the Binky Patrol chapter in Lake Ashton. At that time, the group was totally self-funded by members. They later received a grant from Mr. Maxwell and from A.G. Edwards. This was ultimately followed by the first Trash to Treasure sale at Lake Ashton. Trash to Treasure, a popular and successful endeavor, continues as BOLLA’s major fundraiser today. After Linda’s remarks, and the important announcement that BOLLA has donated almost 18,000 blankets to children in need during the past 20 years, members were treated to a special surprise. Pat Neaves, BOLLA’s president for 11 years, joined the luncheon via Facetime! Pat talked about the change from Binky Patrol to BOLLA. She described the process of becoming a 501c recognized charity due to the painstaking efforts of BOLLA’s long time treasurer, Annabel Booger. Pat was thrilled to be able to ‘visit’ with members all through the ballroom, much to their delight. It was an enjoyable and memorable afternoon for all while continuing to emphasize BOLLA’s mission to provide warmth and comfort to Polk County’s children in need. In recognizing BOLLA’s past 20 years, a picture display was created. It is located in the Clubhouse Lobby for all to see. FREE ESTIMATES!!!! Call WCM Construc.on and Roofing, LLC For all your roofing needs!!! • Roof Replacement • Roof Repair • Roof Inspections 863-969-3722 www.warrencm.com Licensed & Insured CCC1332250, CBC1255292, CFC1431988 27

SUMMER LOCALS CONCERT SERIES Clubhouse & HFC Jam out to these rad local bands with your friends & neighbors! 7 TO 10 PM MAY 24 ALMOST THERE JUNE 7 BIG TIME JUKEBOX JULY 26 HWY 41 AUGUST 30 RUSTY WRIGHT BAND SEPTEMBER 6 EKLECTIK HAZE 28 MAY 10 PRESSURE POINT JUNE 14 BAD HABIT AUGUST 9 TWO SMOOTH AUGUST 23 GOOD STUFF Ticket sales begin May 9. Purchase at corresponding Activities Desks. Clubhouse tickets can also be purchased online. $15 Tickets: CLUB HOUSE HFC Using Life Insurance to Create Intergenerational Wealth generations. Have you ever wondered how some families maintain their wealth over several generations? What’s their secret sauce? The answer may lie in using life insurance to establish a legacy that lasts over multiple generations. Determining if life insurance as an intergenerational wealth-building strategy is suitable for your family is the first step. Here are some other things to know about life insurance: Understanding Term vs. Permanent Life Insurance Term life insurance- Many people purchase a term life insurance policy because it’s cheaper. But term life insurance won’t help create wealth since it lasts only for a predetermined period. Once you outlive that term, the policy doesn’t exist anymore. Permanent life insurance- Permanent life insurance is a permanent, lasting insurance that lasts until death as long as premiums are paid. It’s more expensive but also has a cash value accumulation feature. The cash value grows over time, and when you pass away, your beneficiaries receive the policy’s face value and accumulation tax free. The cash value of permanent life insurance can be a source of retirement income when taken through policy loans. When you pass away, your beneficiaries receive the policy’s face amount minus any policy loans – taxfree. Commitment. Creating intergenerational wealth through life insurance is all about long-term commitment. If you start your policy at a younger age and consistently pay your premiums, the policy’s cash value may become a significant financial resource. You could use it for retirement or let it grow, leaving behind a substantial death benefit for your heirs. The premiums for permanent life insurance can be significantly higher compared to term life. However, if your goal is to build intergenerational wealth, the cost may be justified since it’s a strategy for building wealth for future Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident 99 6th St SW Suite 109 Winter Haven FL 33880 29 Understanding policy loans. Policy loans are the funds you can borrow against the cash value of your permanent life insurance policy. For instance, if a financial need arises, you could take up a policyholder loan instead of withdrawing from your retirement savings. The interest rate may be lower, and you may have flexibility over the repayment schedule. However, the death benefit may be reduced if the loan is outstanding and the policy owner dies. Irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILIT). Using life insurance as a wealth creation strategy may involve irrevocable life insurance trusts. An irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) is a trust created during an insured’s lifetime that owns and controls a term or permanent life insurance policy or policies. We’ve already established that one life insurance benefit is its tax-free death benefit. However, if your estate is considerably large, it may be subject to estate taxes, including your life insurance proceeds. An ILIT can help keep your life insurance out of your taxable estate. Using this strategy, you can pass on more wealth to your heirs. Life insurance as part of your estate plan may be an appropriate strategy for creating intergenerational wealth. With your financial, legal, and insurance professionals’ help, you can objectively determine how to leverage life insurance for your intergenerational wealth creation goals. Just remember, as with any wealth-building plan, starting early is essential. SWG3054142-0823c The sources used to prepare this material are believed to be true, accurate and reliable, but are not guaranteed. This information is provided as general information and is not intended to be specific financial or tax guidance. When you access a link you are leaving our website and assume total responsibility for your use of the website you are linking to. We make no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at this website. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, websites, information and programs made available through this website. Questions? Scan this QR code to book a 15-minute appointment.

CONGRATULATIONS SENIOR GAMES PARTICIPANTS! Left to right: Doug Epler: Gold, tennis, mixed doubles. Silver, men’s tennis doubles Al Walker: Silver, men’s tennis doubles #2 #3 Below: Doug Epler and Deb Louder: Gold in Tennis Robbie and Left to right: Doug Epler: Silver in singles table tennis, bronze in mixed doubles Gina Krall: Silver, mixed doubles table tennis Tom Pavel: Silver, mixed doubles table tennis Pictured left to right: Coach Sandy White, Sharon Swanson, Sandy Papineau, and Cathy Liska, who earned 14 medals in 3 age brackets in various swim events. See page 43 for more info. 30 Tammy Shields: Gold in Bocce LA Chess Club members Gary Winfrey (left) and Howard Mayne each brought home bronze medals in their respective age categories. The Chess Club meets every Thursday at 1:30 pm in the Poker Room at the HFC. For more information, contact: Howard Mayne, howard.mayne@gmail.com, 603-285-5640.

MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. THINK & DRINK: PLATELET RICH PLASMA Learn about Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), the amazing “liquid gold” that every person has flowing through their veins at this very moment, on April 12 at 6:30 pm. Carey Coco, nurse practitioner at Keep Moving Health, will explain how PRP is a widespread and very popular treatment for a variety of conditions including joint pain. She will explain the process behind this innovative treatment and answer any questions that you may have. You don’t want to miss this very intriguing medical Think & Drink, so sign up online today! Everyone will receive a free glass of wine at the event. Tea and water will be available as well. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays, 11 to 11:45 am at the HFC. Everyone welcome. No charge. Mats or chairs available or bring your own. Slow, gentle poses with long holds. Positions shown for beginners, intermediate and experienced. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (316-516-2815) Come join us in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 8:45 am Wednesdays for a relaxing hour of stretching, strengthening, and meeting new friends. There is no charge. WATER AEROBICS Facilitator: Mary Dornhecker Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 am. Returns to the Clubhouse Pool April 2. 32 Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Diet and exercise are the main staples for maintaining health and fitness, but there has always been some debate on which helps to maintain health and fitness better. Most of us view exercise as a way to build muscle strength and endurance. We don’t appreciate the additional benefits of exercise, like increasing bone density. This means we are less likely to break or fracture a bone if we should trip and fall. We also don’t appreciate the hormonal balancing aspect of exercise that will help us sleep better, reduce stress, and contribute to an overall feeling of wellness. Exercise also stresses the body in a way that causes it to become more resilient to infections and diseases. On the other hand, a nutrient-dense healthy diet leads to easier weight management and a plethora of health benefits to boot. From gut health that reduces bloating, gas and constipation, to immune function benefits that minimize allergic reactions and infections. Just about every body function will benefit from a healthy nutritious diet. Ideally, we should incorporate a balanced diet and exercise to support a healthy mind and body. But which one helps the most to maintain an ideal body weight? For most, diet is the most influential part of maintaining a health body weight. Because of the calorie-dense foods we consume; we tend to see faster results from dieting. The reason is simple when we look at the caloric value of typical food choices. For example, a morning donut can pack a whopping 300 calories. A burger and fries can easily contribute 500 or more calories to your diet. Conversely, walking a mile on a treadmill will burn an average of 100 calories. So, many will soon give up on exercise without appreciating the many health benefits to be gained. We should aim to balance nutrition with exercise in a way to fits our daily schedule. Save sweet treats for special occasions and do some level of exercise that increases your breath and heart rate for 15 minutes daily. Our goal is to ensure that what we do today will benefit us in the days to come. Keep moving! Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Complete Service You could not ask for a better agent. Brad followed up on every little issue, was present for all needs and even printed out documents for us when our printer was down. He is also a very nice guy to be around! Judy Saint-Sommer & Michael Hays 05 March 2024 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 33

FUSED GLASS WIND CHIMES Friday, April 12, from 10 am to 1 pm & Friday, April 19 from 10 am to Noon at the Clubhouse Craft Room. During the first session you will create a beautiful set of wind chimes like those pictured. After Jill fires your creation, you will come back the next week to put your chimes together. (the 2nd class is optional if you want to put them together on your own) Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check made out to Jill Groves for $40. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. CATCH A WAVE Wednesday, April 24 from 6 to 9 pm at the Health & Fitness Center Craft Room. Create a truly unique 7” round fused glass wave suncatcher. Sign up at the HFC Front Desk with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. CREATE A CARD April 16, 10 am and 12:30 pm pm in the HFC Sports Court. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $12. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. CARDS FOR ALL AGES Facilitators: Judy Ridpath (650-678-1174) and Marianne Morcone (860-712-9440) Join in the fun making cards on April 3. This class is for all levels. If you’ve never made cards before 34 BEADED FLOWERS Make two beautiful beaded flowers on April 30 in the Clubhouse Ballroom! The Art of Beading will give you step-by-step instructions as well as handson help at the class. All supplies and instructions will be included for $10, which will be announced via email blast. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. come try something new. All card materials to make 2 cards are provided for $5. Meet the first Wednesday of each month in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 2 to 4 pm. You must register to attend, space is limited. Contact Marianne at mkegolfer@aol.com at 860-712-9440 or Judy at judy@judyridpath, 650-678-1174. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Make use of an old t-shirt you no longer wear while also celebrating Earth Day! On April 9 at 11:30 am Carmen will show you how to make reusable tshirt bags. If you don’t have a T-shirt, one will be provided for you at the class. All supplies and instructions will be included for $8 per person. Space is limited to 20 people, so don't wait to sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities office by April 2. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr April 13 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Bluebird & Dogwood $35 (payable at class) — sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on April 12 SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski on May 7 at 11:30 am to make your very own unique seasonal décor! In this class, you will learn how to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! This month’s class will be for the Spring and Patriotic holidays. If you participated in the last class and received a frame, be sure to bring that frame back to the class, you’ll need it! All instructions and needed materials will be provided for $16. Sign up by scanning the QR code on page 24, online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by April 30. LUNCH & LEARN Annuities Unveiled & What Your Advisor Isn’t Telling You. Have annuities left you with questions that you would like answered? Get those questions answered while enjoying a delicious lunch in the Ballroom on April 10 at 12 pm. Free! Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office today! LUNCH & LEARN Long-Term Care without Going Broke. Do you have a plan in case you need long-term care? Learn how to put financial plans in place for such an event on May 2 at noon in the Ballroom while eating a scrumptious lunch. Free! Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BEGINNERS L INE DANCING Instructor: Christine Baxter Tuesdays: 7 pm - Absolute Beginners Line dance (no experience needed) 8 pm - Beginners Line dance (Basic steps known) Thursdays: 9 am - Absolute Beginners Line dance (no experience needed) 10 am - Beginners Line dance (Basic steps known) Come out for the first hour, stay as long as you like. Our main goal is to have fun! TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers welcome. Not designed for beginners. 35

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CLUBS CLUB, GROUP, AND ORGANI ZATION UPDATES Has the leadership for your Club, Group, or Organization changed recently or is your group planning to take a summer hiatus? Contact Sheila, Clubhouse Office Manager, at 863.324.5457 or smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com to make these updates. This is very important in order to keep the database, scheduling and media up to date. NEW — BOOK CLUB The Bookmobile is bringing an exciting new book club to Lake Ashton on the second and fourth Wednesdays in the Craft Room! This group is limited to 10 residents per month. Format: Come to the first meeting, receive the book, discuss some background information and do some get-to-know-you questions. Take the book home and read, then come to the second meeting and do group discussion questions. First meeting is April 10. April & May’s book: A Man Called Ove. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis Lake Ashton’s Garden Club’s toured Dennis Krupinski’s backyard on March 13. Dennis has a huge love of pollinating plants. The club is fortunate to have such talent. A special thank you to Dennis. The Garden Club Plant Sale is April 10 from 10 to 11:30 am in the Pavilion. Everyone in the community is welcome. This will be the Garden Club’s third annual fundraiser. Each year the club has expanded the plant inventory. This year there will be pots, gardening books, planters, besides succulents, herbs, perennials, and tropical plants. A silent auction will be held from 10 to 10:30 am. Please help support Lake Ashton’s Garden Club! The support received helps maintain gardening projects the group has done within the community. 38 CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock This month’s camera club meeting is Monday, April 8th at 10:30 pm in the cinema. Anyone with an interest in photography is welcome to attend. This month we will welcome back professional photographer Reinier Munguia as our guest speaker. He will share with us some easy photo editing tricks such as photo stacking. Members are encouraged to bring along a few pictures to share with the group on a flash drive. Remember to visit the club’s Facebook page for further information and activities. This should be a good month to get out and capture some great pictures. SINGLES CLUB By Carol Corley Many residents of Lake Ashton have found friends through a fun club — the Singles Club. Some residents have been single for a long time, others for a very short period of time. Doing activities together can make being single a bit happier. The club meets the first Sunday of every month at 2 pm. Usually it is in the Clubhouse Ballroom. However, if that space has been booked, we meet in the Card Room. The April meeting will be April 7. At that meeting, we will discuss activities we might want to do that month or in the near future. We also play cards after the meeting (Five Crown, but feel free to suggest another favorite). And we go out for dinner at about 4:30 — location changes each week. Every other Sunday at 2 p.m. we meet in the same room for cards, then go for dinner after. You will be most welcome. Activities being considered for future include a lunch at The Crooked Bass Grill and Tavern in Avon Park, Catfish Country in Bartow, and several others. Also, Bok Tower and Circle Bar B visits are possible. LA BELLES By Raylene Freedman Spring has sprung! Celebrate together at April’s LA Belles luncheon, at Ruby Tuesday (5995 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven) at 11:30 on April 24. Contact Raylene at 586-214-4895 with questions. Hostesses are Raylene Freedman and Diane Struble. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. LA PICKLEBALL CLUB By Earl Schley The LA Pickleball Association held a Sadie Hawkins tournament on March 3. Over 50 people participated in the event and many people got in the spirit and dressed for the occasion. As each women’s name was called, she had to pick her partner from a bag with all the men’s names in it. Mother Nature decided to end the event a little early but everyone went in the HFC to share snacks and fellowship until the rain stopped. Dennis Santino had another successful beginner’s clinic on March 11. If you would like to check out pickleball and find out why it’s the fastest growing sport in America, then Dennis’s clinics are a great place to start. His next clinic in on April 15 and April 22 (must be able to attend both). The Social committee is planning many more events for this year. Besides great exercise, pickleball is a wonderful way to meet people and have fun. It’s easy to join in the fun. Just go to the HFC and there is a sign up sheet. The dues are only a dollar a month — $12/year. Hope to see you on the courts. GENEALOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The next Genealogy Club meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 10 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. We will be discussing our “brick walls”, interesting stories we found about our ancestors, and answering participants’ questions that have arisen while they have done research. Come join the fun and enjoyment of meeting and working with your fellow Lake Ashtonians. Any questions? Call Jane at 815-545-6655. Hope to see y’all there. 39

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting April 4 in-person only at HFC Community Center. Social time with snacks will be from 6:00 to 6:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 6:30. Speaker will be Lori Edwards, Polk County Supervisor of Elections, to discuss the processes for the upcoming elections. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Bud Colburn The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet Wednesday, April 24 in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 3:30 pm for sign-in and social time. The meeting will start at 4. Guest speaker is Lake Wales Mayor Jack Hilligoss. He was enthusiastically received last year after providing an informative and inspirational speech. We will provide detailed results of the Lake Wales municipal bring neighbor egister Republican). We look forward to seeing everyone there! LA ROCKERS By Annie Lutz LA Rockers is a wonderful group of residents that spreads acts of kindness to our LA Community. By painting and hiding rocks here at Lake Ashton we hope to provide the right message at just the right time. We are also continuing our service project at Waters Edge by teaching a rock painting workshop for residents just in time for Easter. As our group grows, we’ve had an average of 28 members at each meeting. Come give the group a try! You don’t need to be an artist to create beautiful rocks. There has been a change to our meeting times — meetings are held in the HFC Community Center from 1 to 4 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. The 1st Wednesday is for current members to learn new skills and techniques. The 3rd Wednesday is a “Free Paint and Newcomers Session”. Newcomers are welcome! (continued) 40 Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session so it’s very important to contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before their first meeting so that supplies can be provided. If you are lucky enough to find a rock, please post a photo of your rock on Talk of Lake Ashton’s (TOLA) Facebook page. It means a lot for us to see where our rocks go. SANDY ’ S NYS GROUP By Joyce Notarnicola The April gathering will be on the 10th at Cherry Pocket Steak & Seafood 3100 Canal Rd, Lake Wales. 5:30 pm. Social Time is 6 pm, order dinner off the menu. The room that we have reserved will accommodate 34 people. We hope that there is room for everyone that would like to come but otherwise it’s first come, first serve. Please RSVP to Deirdre at auntdeda@hotmail.com. Going forward, our monthly get-togethers will be mostly held in the Clubhouse ballroom on the third Friday of the month at 6:30 pm. Traditionally these will be potlucks, but we welcome any other suggestions (such as pizza nights, caterers, themes, etc). Please note the following dates for the clubhouse events: May 17, August 16, September 20, October 18. Newbies: Please send your contact information (name, address in LA, phone number, email and where you’re from/live in NY) to Deirdre Knapp (auntdeda@hotmail.com). We look forward to seeing lots of “old” and new faces on April 10th at 5:30 pm at Cherry Pocket. ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda Please join us on Thursday, April 18th at 6pm for our Italian club potluck. We meet at the HFC. Bring a dollar to cover costs, a dish to share (desserts are taken care of and a beverage of your choice. Come and meet some new friends and we look forward to seeing you there. Any questions call Susie Escoda 863-206-6566 41

DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller & Liz Leigh Duplicate bridge is played every Monday at 12:45 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. The game is open to all residents regardless of skill level. Participants should have some experience playing bridge plus a partner is required. We have approximately 60 players in the group and can assist new players in finding a partner. Advance registration is encouraged and can be done by using the Red book in the Card Room or by contacting Don Fuller at dfuller627@yahoo.com to register or receive more information. February 19: 1st North-South 1st James Ford & Don Fuller; 2nd Chris Verges & Karla Gengler; 3rd Liz Smith & Keith Stevens; East-West 1st Janice Fleming & June Clark; 2nd Dana Griffiths & Marge Kniat; 3rd Ralph Ritter & Nancy Golding February 26: North-South 1st Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; 2nd James Ford & Don Fuller; 3rd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; East-West 1st Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 2nd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare; 3rd Dee Mayne & Jeannine Connors March 4: South 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford; 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; 3rd Dick Dole & Lois Dole; East-West 1st Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare; 2nd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 3rd Char Walters & Liz Leigh March 11: North-South 1st Keith Stevens & Colette McKie; 2nd Don Fuller & Ralph Ritter; 3rd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; East-West 1st Graham Littlehales & Howard Mayne; 2nd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare; 3rd Dee Mayne & Jeannine Connors LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves All are invited to join us at the next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary on Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. near the stage at the Clubhouse. UPCOMING EVENT:: It is going to be a “bowtiful” patriotic month in May. Beginning the beginning of April the beautiful red, white and blue bows will be for sale at the Monday Morning Coffee Talks as well as at the Golf Pro Shop. Please feel free to call me for more info: (Chris Graves 863-514-5368). Check out this note and picture from our local Girl Scout Troop. It shows how “something sweet” like Girl Scout Cookies can make a difference. “Last night LAVA Auxiliary, LAVA, and their members donated $1,440 towards the Gift of Caring program! That is 240 cookies that will be donated to our military troops overseas! We also sold 74 boxes of cookies during the meeting and will be delivering 16 additional boxes this weekend. Thank you for your continued support of the Girl Scout program and the Gi f t of Car ing Sponsorship.” The Girl Scouts at the meeting had a chance to mingle with the veterans as well. God Bless A m e r i c a a n d G o d B l es s ou r Ve t e r a n s and Active Military. 42 LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Pictured are Lake Ashton swim team members: Sandy Papineau, Cathy Liska, Sharon Swanson, Carole Scites, and coach Sandy White at the Polk County Senior Games in February. Together, they won 14 medals, Sandy P. set a personal best time, and Cathy set a new Polk County games record. The team is part of the Lake Ashton Swim Club, which was formed 5 years ago as a way for residents to get and stay fit. The club has a fitness group and a competitive group that meet three times a week. The fitness group has a suggested workout, which is individually modified based on need. The competitive group has workouts tailored to competition, and each participates in one or more Senior Games swim meets each year. The program has no charge and members do not have to commit to three times a week. Technique instruction is provided by the instructor/coach, if desired. Some fellow residents have asked what it takes to be part of the team. If you can swim two lengths of the indoor pool and are interested in improving your endurance, strokes, and speed, you can be part of the team. All you need to do is show up at the HFC indoor pool (with bathing suit and towel) on Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1 pm, or Saturdays at 10 am. Goggles are highly recommended. For more info, email sandyw1994@aol.com. LAKE ASHTON FRIENDS OF MEALS ON WHEELS By Marcia Santino Meals on Wheels of Polk County receives no state or federal funding. It relies heavily on revenues generated by its thrift store sales for approximately 40% of its income. To make donating more convenient, beginning in April, LA FOMOW is establishing “MOW Second Chance Donation Day”. On the third Thursday of each month, 43 Lake Ashton residents may drop off quality donations* at either the south dressing room in the Clubhouse Ballroom or the the HFC between the hours of 9 am to 3 pm. Donations will be collected at the end of the day and delivered to Meals on Wheels for you. Please mark your calendar: April 18 is donation day this month. *Acceptable donations include anything of quality in resellable condition except large furniture items (such as sofas and recliners) and no mattresses. Their bestselling categories include home décor, name brand clothing and accessories, kitchen items and shoes. All donations are greatly appreciated. Interested in shopping? The MOWPolk Thrift Store is located at 620 6TH St. NW in Winter Haven behind the main building. It is open Monday — Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm. Join our club! Email: lafomow@gmail.com for information. LA TRAVELERS By Carolyn Bishop The Lake Ashton Travelers have entered their busy season with gatherings and rallies in full swing. In February we held our annual Potluck with over 150 in attendance. Potlucks are an integral part of almost every rally with everyone coming together for a feast and fellowship. March will take us just down the road in lake Wales to Canopy Oaks RV Park. A unique gem of a campground with an Island Tiki Bar and activities galore. April will find us in Sarasota at the Sun Outdoors RV Resort. Sunset cruises, the Ringling Brothers Museum and the prettiest beach in all of Florida, Siesta Key, are a few of the highlights to come. And then in May before our Snowbird Travelers head out on their Summer trips, we will convene in Savannah, Georgia at the lovely Creekfire RV Resort. This rally is focused all around the beautiful Savannah and even includes our very own private Mystery Dinner Theater performance. As a group we definitely stay busy and welcome all interested Rvers to come to our weekly socials from 3:30 to 5 pm every Tuesday in the Clubhouse Ballroom.

GOLF LAMGA By David Kubissa A lot of happy golfers walked away from the annual LAMGA Member-Guest tournament held from March 7-9. Many of the smiling faces belonged to top finishers in the three-day tournament, while others cheerfully settled for a good time amid great weather, tasty meals, a wide array of top-notch raffle prizes and the joy of golfing camaraderie. In all, 120 golfers participated in an event made possible by about 70 businesses and services whose sponsorship signs decorated the golf course at each tee. Sponsors were not the only source of success for the tournament. Invaluable help from the pro shop team, volunteers and the Eagle’s Nest staff played a big part in the event. Here are the results of the 10 flights in order of finish, from first place through third. The member’s name is first and the guest second: Flight 1: Bob Dupuis/Tim Dupuis; Stan Scheffen/Jerry McDonough; Frank Svarczkopf/ Dave Wampler Flight 2: Tom Fleming/Jeff Fleming; Rolly Geyer/Burris Warner Jr.; Bob Plummer/Kelly Shafer Flight 3: Bill Ferrieri/Bill Moore-Gough; John Candler/Ed Bennett; Bill Winchester/ Mark Hogan Flight 4: Steve Morgan/Ken Geissler; Tim Wayt/Carl Maenza; Frank Vasquenza/R.J. Dominic Flight 5: John Reed/Chris Bruser; Jim Phillips/Tony Dixon; Dan McGurren/Mike McGurren Flight 6: Dennis Dillon/Vince Notaro; Mike Brennan/Robert Catapano; Bob Zelazny/ Burris Warner Sr. Flight 7: Dave Akers/Matt Lambert; Denis Lussier/Robert Martel ; Mike Krigelski/Wally Hoeft Flight 8: Don Connors/Jay Weber; Harry Krumrie/Gregg Forsyth; Jerry Ryan/Patrick Ryan Flight 9: Tom Schoendorf/John Grebe; Jacques Fleischmann/Ronnie Langston ; Jim Kutsch/Eli Morrow Flight 10: Tom Williams/Terry Byle; Pat O’Neil/Randy Rochefort; John Milsom/Dan Trudgen Update: The second month of the annual Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge closed with the following leaders as of Feb. 29: 1) Alan Gasner, $58.75; 2) Mike Krigelski, $50.25; 3) Tie. Tom Murphy and Darrell Reid, $49.25; 5) Pat O'Neil, $48.25. The figures represent their accumulative 2024 winnings, paid out in pro shop credits. Sponsors’ salute --The following were signature sponsors of the Member-Guest Tournament: Amerity Financial/Burris Warner; Chris Bruser, Mutual of Omaha reverse mortgage specialist; Art’s Golf Cars, Red Hoagland Hyundai, Huston Cadillac Buick Pictured clockwise left to right: Burris Warner of Amerity Financial was a major sponsor and a tournament participant. Chris Bruser of Mutual of Omaha sponsored the welcome party and participated as a guest in the tournament. Volunteers Kathy Geyer, Esther Wilson and Diane Struble teamed up to serve Bloody Marys. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Shootout gives golfers one shot to get closest to the hole on No. 18 West.

LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Help us celebrate Carolyn Alvero for her Hole-In-One on 12 West of February 26, 2024 – WAY TO GO! We had a great turnout for our February 19-20 Pick-Your-Partner Two Person Scramble Ringer, followed by a delicious lunch of either shrimp tacos or pulled pork sandwich at Charm City. April’s Closing Day has arrived with a Tropical Tuesday Theme on April 2nd, including free luncheon for all (buy your own cocktails.) Looking forward to seeing everyone there! Hard to believe that our “traveling” members will be leaving for parts unknown (or their other homes) this month and the summer season will start April 9th. Safe travels for those leaving for a while, and please continue sending healing thoughts to our members and/or their families who continue to struggle with health issues. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Beverly Hines LALGA Play Day and Closing Luncheon is April 9th. The play should be fun with a 1-2-3 Shamble format. The primary purpose of the closing luncheon is to present awards to the members for accomplishments in golf and to formally announce the elected officers for the upcoming season. We are appreciative of all the work our Board, volunteers, Golf Pros, and Eagles Nest staff do for our league. Elections for the office of President and Secretary were held in March. Margie Desham was nominated for President and Sandra Lancaster for Secretary. President and Secretary are elected in even years for a 2-year term. New officers will begin their terms on June 1. LakeAshtonLiving.com/community/golf/lalga has a complete list of Board members as well as other information about the league. LALGA Play Days will continue during the spring and summer months. 18-Holers Ladies Golf every Tuesday - Shotgun Start at 9:00 am. Our summer tournament will be held July 8 & 9. Many ladies will be leaving soon for their summer homes but are expected to be back in the fall. Until then, safe travels and have a great summer. Red Hoagland Challenge (top money winners so far this year): 1st - Liz Leigh, 2nd - Bev Hines, 3rd - Kathy Reed, 4th - Mafie Walker. LAKE ASHTON WOMEN’S INTERCLUB PLAYOFFS By Liz Leigh (Team Captain) The Lake Ashton Women’s Interclub team is headed to the State Women’s Interclub Championship in early April as we have just won our final play off match against Pasadena Yacht and Golf Club in Gulfport, FL. This is a 6 week season, with two rounds of playoffs, and a state championship. It is a state wide NET competition between clubs in our area. 46

DENIM + DIAMONDS 11 am Ladies’Luncheon May 17 at Clubhouse ballroomlunch ~ shopping ~laughs Tic k e ts: $2 0 on sale April 2 at the clubhouse activities office & online

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter March 2024 Simply the Best! Don't Miss the 2024 LAPAC Showcase - Changes in Latitudes!see p. 26 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! 863-318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES April Issue Deadline: March 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. MARCH 2024 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com LW Homeowners Association (HOA) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner ___________________________________________________________________________________________ In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org lakeashtonhoa.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Meet new neighbors and to hear about local community happenings, community events and receive information on current projects within Lake Ashton. Meet local vendors personally and even snag a few free items or win services or products. Mondays at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom — coffee & donuts available for $3 (please note price change). MARCH 4 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworkers Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: Polk County Schools • Featured Vendors: Central Florida Healthcare Offering Free Blood Pressure Checks, Christine Graves Insurance, ComForCare, Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid, US Cabinets Girl Scout Cookies will be on sale before Bingo in the Clubhouse Lobby from 4 to 6 pm MARCH 11 • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: City of Lake Wales Updates with City Manager James Slaton • Featured Vendors: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson, Tessier Law Firm, True A/C MARCH 18 • Peanut Butter Monday — Donations will go to the Havendale Food Pantry. Cereal and other non-perishable food items are needed. Monetary donations can be dropped off at the Clubhouse Activities Office. • Featured Speaker: Dr. Vargas, Orchid Springs Animal Hospital - How to Best Care for Your Pets • Featured Vendors: AdventHealth, Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb MARCH 25 — NO MONDAY COFFEE LA CDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 12 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 MIND & BODY 32 CLUBS 38 GOLF 44 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD March 15, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Meeting and Budget Workshop March 25, 9 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE & ACTIVITIES OFFICES: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday MONTHLY MARKET Shop local without leaving the community on the second Wednesday of the month from 10 am to 2 pm. Vendor recommendations and resident vendors are always welcome - contact clane@lakeashtoncdd.com. BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Get fresh poultry, fish, and beef every Wednesday in the Clubhouse West parking lot from 10 am to 2 pm. There are always new specials on the board! BOOKMOBILE Second & fourth Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15) in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. Polk County library card holders can check out and return books, movies, and more! DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME: SPRING FORWARD MARCH 10 Set your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night before you go to bed (some electronic devices such as smartphones and iPads make this change automatically). This is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries. 5 HOSTING FAMI LY FOR SPRING BREAK? March is a traditional time for family and friends to escape the cold up north and come to visit those lucky enough to live at Lake Ashton. Remember that when you see a visiting grandchild they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Residents, please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other Clubhouse amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities. The law requires that a person operating a golf cart on public roads or streets who is under 18 years of age must possess a valid learner’s permit or driver’s license. Lake Wales PD and Winter Haven PD can issue a ticket for violations of this law. All drivers (car and golf carts) must observe the stop signs and 20 mph speed limit. Adults should not place young children on their laps between them and the steering wheel as this creates a hazardous condition for the children in the case of a panic stop or accident. HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger Dr. Julio Caba will be speaking about his rise from a homeless teenager to a successful doctorate in teaching on March 4. A true success story! He speaks every year at the graduation party for the Polk County graduates. I attended their party last year and one student even went up and hugged him for his inspiration. Hopefully this will inspire you to donate in some fashion to this worthy cause. Any amount great or small is so welcome. If you need more information see sheets on rack in each the HFC and Club House. Any concerns or questions please feel free to call me at 217-652-6636. NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION The next new resident orientation will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on April 3 at 2 pm. Get introduced to the community and meet other new residents and community leaders. Sign up online or at either Activities Office.

JOINT AMENI TY POL ICY HIGHLIGHT GUESTS (CHANGES EFFECTIVE 1/19/24) • All Guests, regardless of age, must register with the office of the Amenity Manager and sign a waiver of liability prior to using the Amenity Facilities. • The Patron inviting the Guest must be present upon registration, unless other arrangements have been made with the Amenity Manager’s office. • A Guest is limited to 12 Guest Registrations per year. • Guest passes may be issued for a maximum of fifteen (15) consecutive days as correlated with the guest’s length of stay and may only be extended once for a maximum of thirty (30) total consecutive days. • A Guest cannot be registered for more than sixty (60) total days in a 365-day period. • A Guest’s ability to be registered may be reviewed by an Amenity Manager if exceeding the standards listed above. • All Guests under eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied at all times while using the Amenity Facilities by a parent, guardian, or adult Patron over twenty-one (21) years of age. • Patrons are responsible for ensuring that their Guests adhere to the Policies set forth herein and any and all actions taken by said Guest. Violation by a Guest of any of these Policies as set forth by the Districts could result in loss of that Patron’s privileges and membership as set forth in Section VI – Suspension and Termination of Privileges. The full Joint Amenity Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson at jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com. 6 CDD WEBSITE INFORMATION please contact us at: tscali41@gmail.com or 561-512-2961. An organizational meeting has been set up for April 11 from 4 to 5 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. The Joint Amenity Facilities Policy is posted on lakeashtoncdd.com (below right QR code) and lakeashton2cdd.com (below left QR code), under "Other District Documents" for residents to view. To navigate to these websites, point your smartphone’s camera at the codes and follow the link. Also on each website residents can find meeting dates, agendas, minutes, contact information and other documents relevant to each CDD. There is also an option to sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC, Eagle’s Nest, and Pro Shop. You will need to click on a confirmation link sent to you after signing up to receive emails online. RESIDENTS TO RESIDENTS By Tom Scali Lake Ashton is a great community with more options on living our lives than we’ve ever imagined. As we get older, we are starting to think about the next step. Do we move into a continuing care health facility or can we stay here at Lake Ashton as we age? It would be nice to have a forum of residents with similar thoughts to try and put together a list of needs as we become less able to help ourselves. Such items as what kind of in-house care options are available and the cost? Is there a public transportation network to take us to doctors or grocery shopping? What are the costs? There are many more items; some unique to the individual, couple, or widow/widower. All of these needs have to be identified. I was hoping that a forum of concerned residents could identify these needs and then, hopefully, a core group of residents could help find answers and contacts. Maybe vendors with the right qualifications could give us presentations on the products and costs. If anyone is interested in working with us to get this program started, 7 WELCOME BACK, WELCOME COMMITTEE! By Kathy Williams, Welcome Committee Member Resident Catherine Leveille began discussions with Christine to reinstate the LA Welcome Committee that had been disbanded due to the pandemic. The committee has been meeting and discussing ways to build community throughout our wonderful development! She is joined by former LA Welcome Committee leaders David and Barbara Harrison, new members Paul and MJ Richards, Kathy Williams, Judy Perry, Lisa Roy, Valerie Yenor, Cynthia Harris, and Nancy Miller. The committee’s goal is to meet with new residents (and maybe some existing residents) to assist them with acclimating to their new surroundings; finding fun things to do with like minded individuals, discussing local attractions and activities, or just navigating the numerous activities offered in Lake Ashton. If you’d like to be welcomed by a committee representative, know someone new in the neighborhood who would, or have some ideas to share, please send an email to lawelcomecommittee@gmail.com. 2024 CITY OF LAKE WALES COMMISSION ELECTION/ CANDIDATE MEET & GREET Lake Wales residents can vote in the next Commission election on April 2 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Contact the Supervisor of Elections at 863-534-5888 or visit polkelections.com to request a Vote-By-Mail ballot. Voter registration deadline is March 4. An informal candidate meet and greet will be held after Monday Coffee on March 18 at 10 am. Residents will have a chance to ask questions and meet the candidates running for Seats 2 and 4.

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT John Moore and his wife Gloria have lived at Lake Ashton since 2005 and he recently celebrated his 93rd birthday. John has graced Lake Ashton with his immeasurable talents for over 18 years, teaching residents how to line dance. He was one of the original line dancing teachers at Lake Ashton and recently retired on February 29. In addition to being an amazing dancer and instructor, he is also a talented artist, singer, and seamster ,who sews all of the iconic vests his students know so well. John is a ray of sunshine who is always looking for a way to make people smile. Whether it's a joke, a package of cookies, or just a big smile, his infectious personality leaves an impression on everyone he meets. John will be greatly missed as a line dancing instructor at Lake Ashton, although he has promised to stop by and check on his students from time to time. You can also find him at Monday Coffee meetings telling a hilarious joke at the end. Thank you, John for all of your years of dedication to Lake Ashton! LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS 39999 Showcase Series By Brenda Jackson Meet HFC Community Director James Margeson. James started with LA back in 2017 as the Maintenance 60 DC Mot WiFi Enabled Lighe Included Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 8 Supervisor and was promoted to Community Director for the HFC in February 2023. He is from New Hampshire where he was Community Director for the VA, managing 2,700 residences. He was also the Director of Environmental Services at Waters Edge. What do you like most about working here in LA? “Right now, Christine and I are collaborating together to get our community back together. We want all our residents to realize the amenities are for everyone and we want to see all of our residents taking advantage of all that we have to offer. We have started to sync events between the Clubhouse and the HFC to ensure large events are not held on the same night at both locations causing our residents to choose one over the other. “ What is your biggest challenge? “I would say the budget restrictions. There are quite a few things that need to be done but it cannot all be done overnight. We have to choose priorities and work within our budget. I would like to ask all residents to give us time and they will see these changes coming. Current efforts are updating the fitness equipment, updating the indoor pool area with painting, plants, bringing in more classes such as Zumba and possibly Aqua Zumba. We have availability for more classes and want to provide some new options.” What would you like to say to the residents? “I would encourage all residents to get more active. We have some really great amenities and facilities here in Lake Ashton and want everyone to take full advantage of them. I would love to see more residents come to the HFC who don’t currently use the HFC to see what we have to offer as well as give myself and our staff a chance to meet them.” US-17 TO US-27 540A ROAD WIDENING UPDATE The Lake Ashton Community Action Committee (LACAC) met with Jay Jarvis, Director of Polk County Roads & Drainage in January. Below are highlights regarding the road project from US-17 to US-27 and the widening of Thompson Nursery Road. There are five segments to the project. Segment 2, 4 & 5 will likely be completed concurrently along with the US-27 Intersection changes, so these segment updates are grouped together below: Segment 1: US-17 (at A&E Auto) to Rifle Range Road is 100% planned. They are finalizing right-of-way and then sending out for bid. Construction will begin in late 2024 to 2025. It will take about 2 years to complete (by early 2027) Segment 3: CSX Railroad Flyover to Eloise Loop Road is under construction by the builder (VillaMar) up to where the CSX Railroad Flyover bridge will be built by the county during Segment 2 construction. A date of completion was not provided. Segment 2: Rifle Range Road to the CSX Railroad Flyover Segment 4: Eloise Loop Road Segment 3 to W Lake Ruby Drive Segment 5: W Lake Ruby Drive to US-27 For these three segments, alignment is continuing to be discussed. All options and the recommended location for the roadway for Segment 2 path will be presented at a Public Meeting to be held in May 2024. Segments 4 and 5 will roughly follow the current road path along sections of Eloise Loop Road and Thompson Nursery Road. The Design phase will take approximately 2 years plus another year for gaining the right-of-way property. Construction will likely begin in 2028 and the road should be fully completed in 2030 or 2031. Currently, traffic signals are planned at US 17, Rifle Range and Snively, Eloise Loop and Rifle Range, possibly at Eloise Loop and the VillaMar entry/exit, West Lake Ruby, possibly Traditions, Lake Ashton, The LW Corporation development east of Lake Ashton and of course, US-27. The Lake Ashton temporary traffic signal should be installed no later than the end of 2025. More information will be coming soon regarding the Public Comment Meeting to be held in May. The exact date and location has yet to be determined, but will be held in our vicinity. At that meeting, the final routing for segments 2, 4 & 5 will be presented. Anyone can attend this presentation. Full design graphics will be displayed and public questions and comments may be presented. After the meeting, between May and July possible changes will be considered and implemented if deemed possible. After that time, no additional comments will be taken, as by that point the design will begin, and the project will move forward. If you have any questions regarding this road project, email LACAC at lakeashtoncommunityaction@gmail.com. 9

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director The first day of spring is March 19. Spring at Lake Ashton brings beautiful weather, baby animals, lots of guests, and a plethora of activities. Be careful when traveling through Lake Ashton, especially at this time of year. This is when the community is at peak population with many residents spending time outdoors, taking advantage of the beautiful weather. In February residents enjoyed a Valentine's Day Dinner Dance with a great new band, Southshore Cruisers, and a Pirate Party with 99 in the Shade rocking the house. This will be the band at the NYE 2025 party! Mark your calendar now. You won't want to miss this amazing band! In March there are many resident sponsored events at the Clubhouse in addition to Lake Ashton's First Annual Senior Expo (FREE), the Annual Cruise-in Car Show (FREE), and the last two Entertainment Series Shows.The 2024 Entertainment Series will surely end with a bang! Please see pages 24 to 36 for more information on the activities scheduled for March. LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431 mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours After Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom Supervisors met on February 26 to attend to board matters. A wrap up report was sent the week of the meeting with a summary of board actions. On March 25, Supervisors will begin the Fy 2025 budget process with a workshop. All residents are encouraged to attend to be part of the process to set assessments and set forth the plan for the upcoming fiscal year (October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025). Staff is working with Securitas, the onsite security company, on the implementation of the RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) and Amenity Access Controls systems. More information on the current status of this project is on page 16. Ensure you are signed up to receive email blasts. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com and fill out the online form to start receiving blasts. This is the way staff primarily communicates to residents regarding community matters. If you are having trouble signing up, email clane@lakeashtoncdd.com. 10 LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707 alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com The month of March and the early start of Spring, is upon our great community of Lake Ashton. February was a very busy month that had many activities all our residents enjoyed. One in particular, the Sock Hop on February 2 featuring the 57 Chrome Band was a huge success, and supported Alzheimer's Research. We had many “Pink Ladies" in attendance, along with their dates (in jeans and t-shirts), that 'truly gave the evening a fifties feel. Our Magic Show on February 9 gave our residents a fun afternoon of magic and illusions. Many people got to participate in the illusions and magic ... and it was FREE! Our CERT Team also held a Tornado drill honing their skills in emergency management. It was observed by the Polk County Fire and Rescue officials, and our outstanding volunteers performed extremely well. Kudos to our CERT Team! March also promises to be a very exciting month for the Health and Fitness Center and the Lake Ashton II Community Development District. The Lake Ashton Purple Stars will be hosting a St. Paddy's Day Party on March 17 from 7 to 10 pm in the HFC Community Center. This dance will support the American Cancer Society, and tickets are on sale at the HFC. A donation of $10 (cash or check) payable to LA Purple Stars is required. DJ Wayne will be there for all types of music, including some Irish tunes. Get out your best green outfits and support this great cause. The March Community Potluck is scheduled for March 21 at noon at the HFC. Come on out and get to know your neighbors at this outstanding event. The Aqua Zumba program is in the final stages of planning, and the dates for March will be forthcoming. Please note on your April calendar that Elvis will be in the building at 7 pm on April 12 for an evening of Elvis impersonation. A reminder that the Lake Ashton II CDD Board will be developing our 2025 budget over the next few meetings. Our Board will review financial requirements for our amenities and community infrastructure. We encourage all Lake Ashton II members to attend and give us feedback throughout the entire process. Hope to see you there! As we are coming into the Spring Season, and many of us will have family and guests visiting, please make sure they are registered at either the HFC, Clubhouse, or CR 653 gate. Additionally, please make sure age restrictions for operating golf carts are strictly followed. Again, we are excited to bring many more activities and programs to the HFC in 2024 that we are sure our residents will enjoy! 11

L.A. LOOKS NATIVE AQUATIC PLANTS Many Florida-native aquatic plant species can be found in the waters of Lake Ashton. Pictured clockwise are the most prevalent: Duck Potato, Bulrush, Pickerel Weed, and Spikerush. For the health of our lakes and ponds, these plants are essential. The roles these plants have vary from shoreline stability to filtering unwanted nutrients in the water that could fuel algae blooms. The Lake Ashton CDD contracts a reliable company for nuisance vegetation management. To protect native aquatic plant life, selective herbicides are utilized. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. LIVING WITH WILDLIFE There are many types of wildlife at Lake Ashton. During the spring many young animals, including sandhill cranes (colts), are seen roaming around Lake Ashton. At times residents may see a baby on its own and think it has been orphaned by its parents, which is actually very rare. Do not pick up baby animals or remove them from their natural environment. Report wildlife you think may be injured or orphaned to the nearest FWC Regional Office at 863-648-3200. Reference: myfwc.com/conservation/ youconserve/wildlife/injuredorphaned/ While some residents may think it is innocent to throw some pieces of old bread in their backyard or a pond, it is illegal to feed wildlife and can create an unfavorable situation. Species with rules related to feeding include bears, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, pelicans, alligators, crocodiles, and sandhill cranes. Feeding any type of wildlife can reduce their fear of humans which may result in aggression and the need for the animal to be removed or Central Native Plants of Florida By Lynn Davis The Swamp Milkweed is a cousin of the common milkweed. Like most weeds, this one also gets a “bad rap.” This is a low-maintenance pollinating garden must-have that blooms in the summer, although maybe not in its first year of growth. It is clump-forming and can reach four to five feet tall with a width of two to three feet. The clump of flowers are a soft mauve or reddish-violet color. The Swamp Milkweed is best planted in a wet area with plenty of sunshine. Some gardeners prefer to plant it in containers to maintain its spreading habits. However, be sure it’s big and has good drainage. The milkweed does not like to be uprooted and moved once established because of its deep taproots. Swamp Milkweed is the number one food source for monarch butterflies. It also attracts hummingbirds, bees and other birds to your yard. It requires no pruning. Removing dead stalks or dead heading is okay. The swamp milkweed can easily grow from seeds. killed in order to protect public safety. Cranes also have been known to damage window screens and do other property damage such as scratching at windows. Cranes attracted to people's yards for feed are put at risk as they walk across roads. Many sandhill cranes are killed each year on Florida roads. 12 Cranes' diets, which normally are quite diverse, are disrupted when they eat one food item (such as corn), consistently. Heavy pesticide use in urban lawns also is of concern. Young sandhill cranes have died from pesticide poisoning. People may inadvertently put sandhill cranes at risk when they attract them with feed, even accidentally, such as when bird seed is spilled from bird feeders onto the ground. In 2002, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission made it illegal to intentionally feed sandhill cranes (Florida Administrative Code 68A-4.001(6)). It's never a good idea to feed wildlife. Florida sandhill cranes have an abundance of natural foods (insects and small animals) and they do not need handouts from humans. Reference: myfwc.com/conservation/you-conserve/wildlife/sandhillcranes/ Simplifying Your Life 863.875.5600 www.performancegolfcarts.com GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Gp GOLF CARTS, PARTS AND ACCESSORIES UNBEATABLE BATTERY PRICES Includes Free Pick Up and Delivery, Professional Installation, Always FREE Pick Up and Delivery 3 YEAR Bumper to Bumper Warranty on New Golf Carts Shop all of our new, used, and refurbished golf carts online 24/7 New 2024 Models Non commissioned sales team here to help you Huge selection of colors and styles Multiple brands and features to choose from From the beginning we set out to be the simplest golf cart company you have ever dealt with. Our straight forward, honest, and up front approach over the years has been our recipe for success. Always o!ering unmatched guarantees, unmatched value, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Please allow us the opportunity to show you the di!erence, please stop by and meet our team or give us a call today! 1051 US Highway 92 W Auburndale, FL 33823 (Across from the Auburndale Flea Market ) 13

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer engage.goenumerate.com. This is our official HOA website. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact admin@lakeashtonhoa.org or call 863-325-0065 and follow the prompts. To many residents of Lake Ashton it may appear that there are 3 species of Ibis here, however there are only two. The White Ibis (above) is abundant and gregarious. The long down-curved bill becomes a bright orange-red in mating season and so do the legs. This mostly white bird with pale blue eyes has black wing tips prominent in flight. As a group, they may mob people uttering almost human-like grunts hoping for a free handout. Please do not feed them. Their diet consists of crayfish, crabs, insects, snails, frogs, marine worms, snakes and small fish. The Glossy Ibis (right), similar in size and shape to the White Ibis, is a more solitary bird with beautiful iridescent green and bronze colored feathers. Its diet is similar to the White Ibis'. From a distance, Glossies can appear totally dark. The Ibis that confuses people is the immature White Ibis, pictured at left, which is a mixture of brown and white. LA (LW) HOA CORNER By Brenda Jackson Have you heard the saying “For Neighbors…. By Neighbors”. This is our community and our HOA and it takes all of us working together to make a difference. Our HOA is hard at work to improve not only our community but the perception of our HOA. We are diligently working to find ways to help our neighbors, improve communication, save costs, and adhere to our covenants. But this cannot be done by the Board alone. We need you! Here are some things our community needs and ways you can help! Please register for the HOA website for Lake Wales residents at lakeashtonhoa.com or 14 Join our new “CC&R Support and Guidance Committee”. This new committee replaces the “Compliance Committee” and will be an integral part of our community. This committee will help educate our neighbors on our governing documents while providing support and guidance to ensure we maintain fantastic curb appeal. If interested or wanting to learn more, please contact admin@lakeashtonhoa.org or directors@lakeashtonhoa.org. LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Marti Schmidt, President & Treasurer treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Harold Jackson secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Mike Wilson arc@lakeashtonhoa.org • Website: lakeashtonhoa.com • ARC Requests: arctracker.com/lakeashton/la LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Dave Bishop, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • James Akridge, Vice President/HOA Liaison vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Claude Browne, Secretary secretaryla2@outlook.com • Bill Martin, Vice President & Assistant Treasurer vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Connie Strassberg, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Pierre Duquette, LAII ARC Chair A6lawharc2@gmail.com • ARC requests: arctracker.com/lakeashton2 15

SAFETY SECURITY TRANSITION Installation of the equipment needed for the system to function is ongoing and staff is in the process of training. Soon residents will be notified of the process to receive a RFID tag and Amenity Access Card. LACDD (Lake Wales) residents will receive their RFID tag and Amenity Access Card at the Clubhouse. LAIICDD (Winter Haven) residents will receive their RFID tag at the HFC and their Amenity Access Card at the Clubhouse. All residents will complete an application during the issuance of credentials that will verify the information provided and allow for changes to made or residents to submit information for the first time. Please stay tuned to email for information on when this will take place. Examples of the RFID tags and amenity access cards are on display in the Clubhouse Media Center and HFC Activities Desk for residents to get a first time look at the credentials that will be distributed. We understand this is a big change for residents and we are here to help with this transition. Please feel free to reach out to Supervisors or Staff with any questions. Contact information for Supervisors can be found on pages 10 and 11. Residents can also contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, at jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com with questions. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison For Neighbors … By Neighbors Since its inception, Neighborhood Watch continues to evolve from an “extra set of eyes and ears” approach to crime prevention to a solid and sought after community involved infrastructure bringing law enforcement, local officials, and neighbors together with one common goal, to make our cities, towns, and communities safer for everyone. Here in Lake Ashton, we not only address crime prevention, we create an atmosphere that strives to bring pride, unity and quality of life to all of our neighbors. We would like to thank our current group of deputies: Vera Schwartz, Donna Debnar, Robert Roy, Vaughn Platt, David Harrison, Carolyn Bishop, and Jeannie Franklin. Interested in joining the team? If you live in any of the open neighborhoods listed below, we would love to speak to you. Just a little of your time can make a huge impact in our community and provide you the opportunity to get to know and help your neighbors and have fun doing it. Neighborhood #1: Ashton Club, Dornoch, Gullane, Muirfield Loop Neighborhood #3: Aberdeen, Berwick, Strathmore, Troon, Turnberry, Waterford Neighborhood #5: Blackmoor, Dunmore, Litchfield, Limerick Neighborhood #9: Hogan If interested in learning more about the deputy or block captain positions please contact Deputy Chief, Joan DiBattista @ 239.851.7899. 16 EAL RO PAVER SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 Before Restoring & Sealing Pavers sealproorlando@gmail.com Aſter Restoring & Sealing Pavers Benefits of Restoring and Sealing Pavers with Polymeric Sand • Inhibits weeds and grass in joints. • Reduces moss growth. • Deters ants and other insects. • Prevents loss of sand in joints. • Helps repel oil, grease, grime and stains. • Easier routine cleaning, enhances color, texture and brightness. • Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions. • Keeps the under base materials dry to prevent pavers from sinking and dipping. Patios & Walkways Benefits of Proper Drainage Installing Channel Drains • Removes water from flooded low areas where water accumulates causing weeds, mildew and mold growth. • Keeps entire paver area looking consistent without stains or permanent embedded darkening in pavers. • Prevents water entering pool or other unwanted areas. Avoids slip areas from forming. • Directs water in correct direction allowing drains to stay washed and functional. • Paver Installation • Pressure Washing • Travertine Sealing • Paver Repair • Polymeric Sanding Installing Channel Drain Steps for Sealing 1-2-3 1 Commercial pressure wash removing dirt, mold, mildew, weeds and contaminates. 2 Re-sand with polymeric sand locking deep inside joints. 3 Heavy multi-application of sealer to renew the original look of newly installed pavers (color added in sealer optional). FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 sealpr oorlando@gmail.c om CONTACT KALEB TODAY AT 863.272.0746 TO GET A FREE ESTIMATE! Repair Low Areas & Root Liſt Stress Areas • Extend Driveways/Walkways • Install New Walkways, Patios & Planter Walls

NEI GHBORHOO D WATCH POLICE CHIEFS MEETING By Fay Wood, NW Chief We once again hosted the Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Chiefs at Monday Coffee in February and as always, they presented a wealth of information on safety, a summary of the year’s activity, and the integral part we play in keeping our community safe. Neighborhood Watch with all of you is doing a great job. We can’t thank our Law Enforcement enough for all that they do, not only for Lake Ashton but all of Lake Wales and Winter Haven. Monday’s meeting proved to be one of my proudest and favorite moments as it allowed us to really show support and respect to our Law Enforcement partners by recognizing the service of four K9 officers. We were thrilled to work with a wonderful organization in presenting (and surprising) each Chief with a beautiful quilt for each K9 Officer made by our very own residents from the K9 Quilt of Honor organization. These quilts were an amazing gift honoring and showing recognition to K9 Max and K9 Badge of Lake Wales; and to K9 Miko and K9 Carlo of Winter Haven. If you would like more information on this wonderful cause and their quilts, visit their FB page K9 - Quilt of Honor or contact them at CERTMinistry@gmail.com ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Lake Ashton CAP members patrolled for a total of 3,531 hours last year. It is our hope that with more members we can break this record. All we ask for is two hours a week. Our community needs your help — join today! Applications are available at either the Clubhouse Activities Desk or the HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg at 917-482-3151 or lakeashtoncap@gmail.com. Home Instead® Care Professionals can provide the care needed to ensure your loved one returns home safely . Call (863) 294-9141 or visit HomeInstead.com/333 FL Lic# 299994096 PERSONAL CARE | TRANSPORTATION | MEALS & NUTRITION | MEMORY CARE Each Home Instead® office is an independently owned and operated franchise of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company. © 2022 Home Instead, Inc. 18

MOVI ES The following films have been nominated for Best Picture at the 96th Academy Awards ceremony. MARCH 5 — 7 (NO 3 & 7 PM SHOWINGS MARCH 6) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON 2023 | R | 3h 26 min Based on David Grann's broadly lauded best-selling book, "Killers of the Flower Moon" is set in 1920s Oklahoma and depicts the serial murder of members of the oil-wealthy Osage Nation, a string of brutal crimes that came to be known as the Reign of Terror. MARCH 12 — 14 (NO 11 AM SHOWING MARCH 13) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM OPPENHEIMER 2023 | R | 3H During World War II, Lt. Gen. Leslie Groves Jr. appoints physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) to work on the topsecret Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and a team of scientists spend years developing and designing the atomic bomb. Their work comes to fruition on July 16, 1945, as they witness the world's first nuclear explosion, forever changing the course of history. MARCH 20 AT 11 AM & 3 PM ONLY (NO MOVIES MARCH 19 OR 21) THE HOLDOVERS 2023 | R | 2H 13MIN From acclaimed director Alexander Payne, THE HOLDOVERS follows a curmudgeonly instructor (Paul Giamatti) at a New England prep school who is forced to remain on campus during 20 Christmas break to babysit the handful of students with nowhere to go. Eventually he forms an unlikely bond with one of them -- a damaged, brainy troublemaker (newcomer Dominic Sessa) -- and with the school's head cook, who has just lost a son in Vietnam (Da'Vine Joy Randolph). MARCH 26 — 28 MAESTRO 2023 | R | 2H 9MIN Maestro is a towering and fearless love story chronicling the lifelong relationship between Leonard Bernstein (Bradley Cooper) and Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein (Carey Mulligan). A love letter to life and art, Maestro at its core is an emotionally epic portrayal of family and love. CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWINGS: ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 FEATURE FILM FRIDAYS — 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED MARCH 1 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM NYAD 2023 | PG-13 | 2HR 1MIN Three decades after giving up marathon swimming in exchange for a career as a sports journalist, 60-year-old Diana Nyad (Academy Award nominee Annette Bening) becomes obsessed with completing the 110 mile swim from Cuba to Florida. Determined to become the first person to finish without a shark cage, Diana goes on a thrilling, four-year journey with her best friend and coach Bonnie Stoll (two-time Academy Award winner and nominee Jodie Foster) and a dedicated sailing team. MARCH 8 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM AMERICAN SYMPHONY 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 40MIN Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist Jon Batiste is immersed in composing an original symphony reimagining the traditions of the classical form, bringing together an expansive and inclusive diaspora of music for a performance at storied Carnegie Hall. This extraordinary trajectory is upended when Batiste's life partner, best-selling author Suleika Jaouad, learns that her long-dormant cancer has returned. Academy Award-nominated director Matthew Heineman delivers a portrait of two inimitable artists at a crossroads and a profound meditation on art, love, and the creative process. MARCH 15, 3 PM & 7 PM BROOKLYN 2015 | PG-13 | 1H 52MIN Young Irish immigrant Eilis Lace (Saoirse Ronan) navigates her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother's home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her past disrupts her new vivacity, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. Nominated for Best Picture, Best Actress in a Leading Role, and Best Adapted Screenplay at the 2016 Oscars. MARCH 29 11 AM (NO 3 & 7 PM SHOWINGS) THE WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY 2006 | NR | 2H 7MIN In 1920s Ireland young doctor Damien O'Donovan (Academy Award nominee Cillian Murphy) prepares to depart for a new job in a London hospital. As he says his goodbyes at a friend's farm, British Black and Tans arrive, and a young man is killed. Damien joins his brother Teddy (Padraic Delaney) in the Irish Republican Army, but political events are soon set in motion that tear the brothers apart.

EVENTS LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULEZ! By Gina Krall The LA Mardi Gras Krewe excitedly took their assigned lineup in the Lake Wales Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, February 10, just three days before Fat Tuesday. A few days prior, our den (Mardi Gras speak for wher e the parade decorations are stored) was transformed into Bourbon Street. Royals to be crowned, King Louie and Queen Sara (Louis and Sara Helsen), were escorted into the ball by the Lord and Lady in Waiting (Ralph and Ann Ludwick). Loyal subjects lined up to bow and curtsy as they passed. After taking the Royal Oath of Office they were crowned Lake Ashton’s 2024 Mardi Gras King and Queen by the Duke and Duchess of Dunmore (Phil Hines and Gayle Ellerbe). Entertainer Diana Lynn was the master of ceremonies for the festive evening. On Saturday, Lake Wales Parade Committee placed our Krewe between the Grand Marshall and Sheriff Grady Judd. King Louis and Queen Sara sat on the back of a red Mustang convertible, waving to the crowd and tossing beads. They were followed by two banners carried by Krewe members and then our lavishly decorated float with Diana riding in the back and singing to the applauding crowds. Following the float, our own Ashtonettes twirled their way through the streets. Next came more sign carriers holding a “Sponsored by Art’s Golf Cars” banner, recognizing Art’s Golf Cars for paying our krewe’s entrance fee for the second year in a row. Bringing up the rear of our krewe were the always outstanding LA Shakers. We certainly made our presence known to the celebrating crowds. PORTRAIT OF A BRIDE DELIGHTS AUDIENCE By Diane Dillon BOLLA, sponsored the popular Portrait of a Bride Event in the Clubhouse Ballroom on January 27. Leigh Ann Brown, dynamic speaker, and collector of vintage wedding gowns, returned to Lake Ashton with close to 20 of her favorites. Each gown came with a fascinating story regarding its owner and the issues of the day when the gown was worn. The oldest gown, from 1859, is green. Of course, Leigh Ann had many stories pertaining to the growth of her collection, currently at 441 dresses. Leigh Ann’s personal journey and colorful anecdotes delighted the audience of over 100 ladies. During the presentation, which lasted several hours, everyone enjoyed delicious refreshments including many desserts lovingly created by BOLLA members. Feedback on this event has been overwhelming. The members of BOLLA would like to thank the staff at the Clubhouse and everyone who attended and supported this event. 22 23

SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. ST. PADDY’S DAY PARTY By David Harrison SENIOR EXPO DON’T MISS LAKE ASHTON’S SENIOREXPO FREE! 10 am to Noon March 15 WANT TO BE A VENDOR? SCAN TO REGISTER Visit with vendors ranging in expertise such as cosmetic, medical, insurance, health & fitness, and so much more! Lake Ashton Clubhouse Ballroom 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton residents are invited to the Clubhouse Ballroom for the first-ever Senior Expo where we will have a wide variety of vendors that cater to senior needs. The vendors participating in the Expo range in expertise such as local public safety organizations, travel agents, financial planning, health & fitness, and so much more. This free event will take place March 15 from 10 am to noon. LA CRUISE-IN RESCHEDULED! MARCH 16 2 — 5 pm Join us for the rescheduled date for this FREE event March 16 from 2 pm to 5 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. Enjoy food trucks, classic and modern cars alike, and live music from Southbound. We will be judging cars and presenting the winners of each category with a prize. The categories are Best Classic (pre-1989), Best Modern (post-1989), and Crowd Favorite winners will receive a ribbon and a gift card! Registration ends on March 8. Car owners should sign up online by scanning the QR code on page above or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. If you are attending the event, please be advised that parking will only be available in the east parking lot and golf cart parking will be in the circle drive. 24 The LA Purple Stars is once again hosting a St. Paddy's Day Party on March 17 from 7 to 10 pm in the Community Room of the HFC. This is a fundraiser for our team to benefit the American Cancer Society and everyone is invited. Tickets are $10 and on sale at the HFC, with cash or check payable to LA Purple Stars. DJ Wayne will provide great dance music and, of course, some Irish tunes. Don't forget you can bring your favorite food and beverage. Any questions call David Harrison at 863-326-6418. KARAOKE Sing your heart out at Karaoke in the Ballroom on March 27! $5 tickets are available for purchase online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Karaoke moves to Charm City in April. Stay tuned for more information. EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE By Debby Landgrebe Rejoice and celebrate the blessing of Resurrection Sunday on Easter, March 31. Bring your golf carts, blankets, family, friends, visitors and neighbors and most of all bring your heart prepared to sing praises to the Risen Lord and be filled with abundant joy! Come early as Service will begin promptly at 7 am at the Clubhouse garden/ lawn overlooking Lake Ashton. Gather to hear a local pastor and sing wonderful Easter hymns. For those planning to attend their own church service, the Sunrise Service will conclude by 8 am. Seating will be available as well as golf cart parking. An offering will be taken. Everyone is welcome, regardless of belief. We certainly have many reasons to be thankful. Hope to see you Easter Sunday. AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... Have it Your Way in only 45 Days! 100s of fabrics & leathers to choose from choose your style, choose your fabric Dine in Style & Comfort! Get a... with a mattress set purchase 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 25 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2024 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1519 2/24 $300 GIFT CARD

2024 SHOWCASE & TICKET SALES By Karen Nelson Changes in Latitudes Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation (LAPAC) is presenting the 16th Annual Showcase - Changes in Latitudes in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Opening Night is Friday, March 22 at 7:30 pm, Saturday Matinee is March 23 at 1:30 pm, and Closing Night is Saturday at 7:30 pm. Tickets are currently on sale online and at the Clubhouse Activities Office (scan the QR code on page 24). Each resident is only allowed to purchase 8 tickets maximum. Premium seats are $25, regular seats are $20. As usual, the matinee will have an extended intermission for those with mobility needs. LAPAC will be providing extra ushers at this performance for those needing extra help with wheelchairs and walkers. Persons with those devices may sit in their assigned seat for this performance and we will assist in storing your device, or as an option, we will remove the normal chair in that location if requested by you and you can sit in your device. Please advise in advance if you would like this service. Purchase of tickets can be made by check (made out to LAPAC) or credit card. For those of you who want to use a credit card, Ticketleap will add an additional 3% charge to the total cost of the tickets. The Showcase is created, produced, staged, and performed by your Lake Ashton friends and neighbors - treat yourself to this classic Lake Ashton entertainment! See you there! SPECIAL RESTAURANT ADVERTISING SECTION ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. CHERRY POCKET STEAK N SEAFOOD SHAK 3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales FL 33898 (863) 439-2031, cherrypocket.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. We offer Indoor & Outdoor Seating, Pick-Up, & Delivery THE CROOKED BASS GRILL & TAVERN 1010 N. Scenic Hwy., Babson Park, FL 33827 (863) 589-5887, crookedbass.com Hours: Mon - Thurs 11:30 am-8 pm; Fri & Sat 11:30 am-9 pm; Sun 12-7 pm We serve delicious Seafood, Steaks (including Prime Rib), Burgers, Pizza, Salads, Chicken, Pork Chops, Pasta, Wings, AYCE Specials & a Full Liquor Bar. OVATION BISTRO & BAR Locations in Winter Haven, Lakeland & Davenport ovationbistro.com Offer 1: Free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of 2 entrees/drinks Offer 2: $10 off the purchase of $60 or more Offer 3: Lake Ashton Residents get a free glass of house wine, beer or cocktail with any purchase. Bring this coupon to redeem. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE & HFC April 12 - Elvis Impersonator at the HFC May 10 - Pressure Point at the HFC May 17 - Denim & Diamonds Ladies Luncheon at the Clubhouse July 4 - Star Spangled Shindig at the Clubhouse November 2 - Fall Festival at the Clubhouse December 31 - New Year's Eve at the Clubhouse w/ 99 in the Shade 26

COMMUNITY SOCIAL POTLUCKS The best way to meet new friends is over a good meal! Join friends and neighbors at the monthly potlucks held at the Clubhouse and HFC. Mark the dates listed below on your calendars now and bring a dish to share! Sign up online or at either Activities Desk. Clubhouse: April 16, June 11, August 13, October 8 December 10 HFC: March 21, May 16, July 18, September 19 November 21 COLORS OF HOPE SPRING FASHION SHOW By Kristy McKibben Join us for an exciting “Colors of Hope” Fashion Show on Wednesday, March 13 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets are $25, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Good Shepherd Hospice, a cause near and dear to many of us. A tasty luncheon will be provided. Beautiful and wearable Spring fashions will be showcased by your modeling friends and provided by Babe’s Shoes & Apparel of Lakeland. Babe’s will be set up to sell before and after the show. Doors open at 11 AM, lunch at 11:30 AM, Fashion Show 12:15-1:15 PM. Shopping will continue until 2:30 PM. Tickets are $25 and on sale at the Clubhouse. Checks only, please, made out to Kristy McKibben. We have a stamp that will identify your check as “HOSPICE FASHION SHOW.” TOUR DE LA Bicycle riders (two wheel, trikes, recumbents, e-bikes and anything that moves by pedaling) are invited to join the Lake Ashton Pedalers on March 24 at noon at 28 the HFC for a group fun ride. There will be ten mile and twenty-mile routes through the neighborhoods of Lake Ashton. Each route ends up back at the HFC. Limited to 50 riders - complete a registration form (available at the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desks) by March 19. Call Don at 423-284-7866 or email Shelley at shelleyknee@gmail.com with any questions. BOOK TALK DATE CHANGED New date: April 5 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Card Room. Have a conversation with Jeffrey Wilkinson PhD, one of the authors of the new book “The Wall Between”. This will be a 90-minute session, hearing from the author, facilitated by another Lake Ashton resident, Dr. Gary Goldetsky as well as being able to ask questions. There is no fee for the session. Participants will need to have read the book. If you don’t already have the book, they are available for $20 (email Jeff at drjeffreywilkinson@gmail.com). The session will be limited to 20 people. 2024 POLK SENIOR GAMES The 31st Annual Polk Senior Games are scheduled to run through March 9 at various sites throughout the county. More information can be found online at polkseniorgames.org. If you compete in the Games, and/or win a medal, send a picture and your information to Valerie, valerie@lakeshtoncdd.com, for recognition in the LA Times! VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION SPRING FLING We love our Lake Ashton Volunteers! YOU make Lake Ashton the wonderful place that it is! We have planned a wonderful invitation-only event on April 19 to show our heartfelt appreciation. Volunteers will receive an invitation in mid-March in the mail which will need to be exchanged for a ticket to the event by April 15. Thank you for ALL that you do for Lake Ashton! FREE ESTIMATES!!!! Call WCM Construc.on and Roofing, LLC For all your roofing needs!!! • Roof Replacement • Roof Repair • Roof Inspections 863-969-3722 www.warrencm.com Licensed & Insured CCC1332250, CBC1255292, CFC1431988 29

WALK FOR A CURE By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars are selling luminary bags at Monday Coffee as a fundraiser for The American Cancer Society for a minimum donation of $10. Decorate the bag, return the bags and a small can like soup, to any LA Purple Stars member or Activities Desk staff member or volunteer by March 8. We will put a tea light in each bag to illuminate it. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to join the Walk For A Cure at 6 pm on Tuesday, March 12 in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot to walk around the Pavilion and end back at the Clubhouse circle to view all the luminary bags. TRIVIA By David Fix Lake Ashton Sunday Night Trivia continues to grow in popularity. A recent Sunday Night saw 226 players — a record turnout! Join your neighbors for an evening of fun and the chance to win some cash. Just $1 to play. Maximum of 8 per table. Come with your team or come join a table looking for players to join them. Open tables/ seating. Table are not reserved and tables are available on a first-come first-filled basis. Doors open at 6 pm and Trivia begins promptly at 7. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages and make it a night of fun and socializing. Email lakeashtontrivia@gmail.com to be added to the database to be kept up-to-odate on trivia information. Due to scheduling conflicts, Trivia will only be held March 24 and 31. Hope you come join the fun! ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Aloha, Lake Ashton! On April 5 at 6 pm residents can attend an authentic luau in the Clubhouse Ballroom featuring entertainment by Uso's, a group of exceptional worldwide performers that will transport you to the South Pacific Islands with their authentic music and dances. Included in the ticket price is a buffet featuring delicious tropical fare. You don't want to miss this show! Tickets are $45 each and will go on sale online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office on March 5 at 9 am. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions when purchasing your ticket. PASSOVER SEDER By David Harrison The Jewish community of Lake Ashton would like to invite all residents to share a Passover Seder at the Eagle's Nest on Monday, April 22 at 4:45 pm. Garden salad, choice of pot roast or 1/4 roasted chicken, glazed carrots, roasted potatoes, coffee and iced tea are included for only $23/person. Matzoh, ceremonial kosher wine and dessert will be provided for each guest. Make an entree choice when signing up at the Clubhouse Activities Office no later than April 12. Make check payable to David Harrison. Call 863-326-6418 with any questions. 30 There are only two shows left for the 2024 Entertainment Series! Individual tickets are still on sale online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office for Frankie Scinta on March 6 and Jenene Carameilo on March 29. Frankie Scinta — March 6: From the moment he steps on stage, the audience embraces Frankie Scinta with laughter, applause, and genuine awe of his talent. With his tremendous ability to entertain, a performance by “The Showman” is anything but typical. In addition to being a world-class vocalist and musician, Frankie is also a comedian and spot-on impressionist. Jenene Caramielo — March 29: From her early work in regional theater musicals such as The Music Man and Fiddler on the Roof to opera workshops including Aida, to lead vocalist in pop music-packed theme park productions, Jenene’s lifelong training and work in voice, dance, piano, and acting & improvisation has delighted audiences the world over. Why Wealth Management Is Important for Women Today, women control a third of household assets. But by 2030, U.S. women are expected to control much of the assets that the baby boomer generation will pass to heirs; roughly 30 trillion in assets. Women are becoming the newest face of wealth and will increase their net worth even more in the coming years. Women are also becoming the primary ‘breadwinners’ in many families and financial decisionmakers. Women have unique needs that often differ from their male counterparts: • Women have an additional life expectancy of 5 years longer than men. • Women earn seventy-nine cents to every dollar a man earns. • Women often take time off from work to care for other family members. • Women, on average, save less than men for retirement and other financial goals. It’s essential that women work toward managing their finances and meet with trusted professionals who understand their situation. They can plan for their future by incorporating these essential components: Tax planning- Planning for taxes at the beginning of the year can help determine appropriate tax-saving strategies. Certain tax credits and contribution limits for retirement savings accounts may phase out. Goal setting- Even though saving, investing, and spending is important, it’s vital that women identify realistic goals to work toward. Some goal-setting ideas include: • Giving to charity • Estate planning • Pursuing a specific return on investments • Eliminating debt and working toward paying off a mortgage Selecting investment strategies aligned with values- A study by Cerulli Associates found that 43% of women feel a company’s policies on social or environmental issues are essential when deciding to invest in that company. Women can work with financial professionals to help identify strategies aligning with their goals and values. Working with financial, legal, and tax professionals- Women may have more complex tax and estate planning needs than their male counterparts, especially when they inherit. Having unbiased professional advice suitable for their unique situation is also essential. These professionals can work as a team to help identify unique issues, develop a plan, and select strategies to help women work toward their goals. Diversifying their portfolio’s investment strategies- Putting all your money into strategies that aren’t diversified can leave one with a tax bill or put a portfolio at risk of loss during market turbulence. Implementing annuities and other strategies outside an employer’s retirement savings account may offer additional diversification. By taking action to manage their wealth and plan for their future, women can pursue financial confidence, regardless of their income. SWG2954120-0623 Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident 99 6th St SW Suite 109 Winter Haven FL 33880 31 Questions? Scan this QR code to book a 15-minute appointment.

MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. UPCOMING ELDER LAW BOOT CAMP SESSIONS March 27 at 9:30 am in the Cinema: “What Else? Long-Term Care & Financial Planning” THINK & DRINK: PLATELET RICH PLASMA Learn about Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), the amazing “liquid gold” that every person has flowing through their veins at this very moment, on April 12 at 6:30 pm. Carey Coco, nurse practitioner at Keep Moving Health, will explain how PRP is a widespread and very popular treatment for a variety of conditions including joint pain. She will explain the process behind this innovative treatment and answer any questions that you may have. You don’t want to miss this very intriguing medical Think & Drink, so sign up online today! Everyone will receive a free glass of wine at the event. Tea and water will be available as well. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays, 11 to 11:45 am at the HFC. Everyone welcome. No charge. Mats or chairs available or bring your own. Slow, gentle poses with long holds. Positions shown for beginners, intermediate and experienced. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (316-516-2815) Come join us in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 8:45 am Wednesdays for a relaxing hour of stretching, strengthening, and meeting new friends. There is no charge. 32 Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley The Endocrine System: Hormones Most of us don’t realize the role that the endocrine system plays in regulating our body processes. As we age, there is a decrease in our fat-burning hormones, and an increase of our fatstoring hormones. Growth hormone is involved in building lean tissue and burning fat. It also builds collagen (youthful skin), enhances immune function (keeps you healthy), and stimulates cartilage growth (increased bone density). As it declines, along with testosterone, we tend to pack on fat which lowers these hormones even more and starts the cycle of weight gain. Cortisol increases with stress and age and leads to increased abdominal fat. The effects of increased cortisol include slower metabolism (we burn less calories), reduced lean tissue (we lose muscle), loss of energy (we become lethargic). As women age their estrogen levels decline. The effects of lower estrogen levels include increased appetite, reduced fat burning, redistribution of fat to the belly area, and decreased energy. Progesterone also declines with age, altering the progesterone-to-estrogen ratio and causing a condition known as “estrogen dominance.” This can lead to irritability, depression, sleep problems, water retention, increased appetite, and sugar cravings. Testosterone is important for weight management because it helps build and maintain muscle. It also burns fat and increases energy. As testosterone declines with age, the result is loss of lean tissue and muscle tone. Lower mental energy and increased visceral fat. Exercise is the key to activating hormones and countering cortisol’s effect on our waistline. Exercising at least 3 times per week for 45 minutes can increase secretion of hormones and put you back in control of your health and fitness goals. BODY MIND SOUL Simply Healthy Everything is Connected Check out these offerings here and in the two calendar inserts to learn how to nurture your Mind, Body, and Soul at the Clubhouse and the HFC. Make it a goal in 2024 to focus on improving your mental health and fitness. CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM ✴Free Virtual Meditation Session: Mondays at 3 pm via Zoom, email yogawinterhaven@gmail.com ✴Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 9 am. $5/class (payable at class). No equipment is required. ✴ZUMBA is a dance fitness class using Latin, international, and contemporary music. The routines use simple, repetitive dance moves that are easy to follow. Every dance move can be modified for a low or high impact workout for any skill level. ✴ AQUA ZUMBA integrates the Zumba formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness disciplines, blending it all together into a safe, challenging, water-based workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief. HFC ✴Zumba at the HFC Sports Court - Wednesdays at 5:30 pm. $5 ✴Aqua Zumba - April 5, 12 & 26, 5:30 pm. $5 ✴Beginning Chair & Balance: Mondays at 10 am ✴Water Aerobics: Tuesdays — Saturdays at 8:30 am ✴Classical Stretch: Mondays & Thursdays at 11 am ✴Aqua Reloaded: Mondays at 12 pm, Wednesdays & Fridays at 10 am ✴Cardio Swing & Yoga Cool: Tuesday & Thursdays at 9 AM ✴Triple B (Bat Wings, Bellies, & Bulges): Wednesdays at 9 am ✴Basic Fitness & Cardio: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 am ✴Aqua Motion: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 4 pm ✴Back To Basics: Fridays at 9 am 33

FUSED GLASS GARDEN STAKE Monday, March 4 from 6 to 9 pm at the HFC Craft Room. Create a beautifully unique glass garden stake! Sign up at the HFC with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No experience necessary. FUSED GLASS PLATE & MORE Friday, March 29 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Create a fused glass plate, trivet or set of 4 coasters. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No experience necessary. Contact: Jill Groves, 419-902-7966 or manorridgecreations@gmail.com. CARDS FOR ALL AGES Facilitators: Judy Ridpath (650-678-1174) and Marianne Morcone (860-712-9440) Join in the fun of card making. This class is for all levels. If you never made cards before, come try something new. Material to make two cards will be provided for $5. Meet the first Wednesday of each month in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 2 to 4 pm. You must register to attend. Contact BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr March 9 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Swaying Palms $35 (payable at class) — sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on March 8 34 WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP Artist Freddie Combs will present a day-long watercolor workshop March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. Call 863-307-1244 to reserve a place. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Turn bubbles into watercolor floral art on March 12 at 11:30 am! You will make two pieces of original artwork using specialty watercolor paper, paint, and bubbles. Supplies and instructions will be included for $8/person. Space is limited to 20. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities office by March 4. Make use of an old t-shirt you no longer wear while also celebrating Earth Day! On April 9 at 11:30 am Carmen will show you how to make reusable tshirt bags. These bags are very useful in everyday life and they are completely machine washable! If you don’t have a T-shirt, one will be provided for you at the class. All supplies and instructions will be included for $8 per person. Space is limited to 20 people, so don't wait to sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities office by April 2. BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Instructor: Sheila Vertoli March 15 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom 16” x 20” of Van Gogh’s Starry Night $35, pay at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli by March 11 April 24 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room Wooden Pallet of the Key West Lighthouse $35, pay at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli by April 22 FINANCIAL PLANNING LUNCH & LEARN Have annuities left you with questions? Get them answered while enjoying a delicious lunch in the Ballroom on April 10 at 12 pm. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office today! 35

BALANCE & VERTIGO PRESENTATION Do you ever feel a little “off-balance,” “shaky” or experience vertigo? We ALL have! And now that we’re older, we’re more aware of the danger of being unsteady on our feet. Falls can change your life irrevocably. So why not strengthen your stability while you can? Come to this gathering of your neighbors and hear how to enhance your balance and even “cure” vertigo. Dr. Lakota Hillis from EmpowerMe, the Physical Therapy group at the HFC, will be our speaker on March 12 at 1 pm at the HFC. Sign up online or at the HFC today! LA DANCE CLASSES - AMERICAN TANGO Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Mondays, March 11, 19, & 25 (no class March 4) from 4:30 to 5:30 in HFC Community Center FREE! No partner needed. TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers welcome. Not designed for beginners. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (cwinchester1012@gmail.com, 305-725-4946) Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. BEGINNERS L INE DANCING Instructor: Christine Baxter Tuesdays (Beginners 7-9 pm) and Thursdays (Beginners 9-11 am) in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LORRIE’S LINE DANCE CLASS Thursday, March 14 at the HFC: 1 pm Beginner, 2 pm Improver Thursday, March 28 at the HFC: 1 to 3 pm Combined Class 36 TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881

CLUBS FRIENDLY BOCCE GROUP By Linda Boast The 2024 Lake Ashton Friendly Bocce Group will have their annual tournament on Saturday, March 16 from 9 am to approximately 2 pm at the newly remodeled bocce courts located next to the Clubhouse. Lake Ashton residents Jim and Kay Weaver of Weaver/Loveless Law will sponsor the tournament again this year. They will award prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. We encourage all to come out to watch this year’s tournament. Bring your chairs, lunch and drinks and spend the day with a great group of people. Not available on the 16th? Join us at the courts on the 1st and 3rd Fridays from 4 to 6 pm for our tailgate socials. Bring your drinks and an appetizer to share. Contact Stephanie Iszak (609-980-9505, siszak@comcast.net) or Tammy Shields (863-632-2024, tammy.shields1221@gmail.com) for more information. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club had a wonderful morning touring Bok Towers on February 14. The club had an opportunity to tour the “behind scenes” at the Tower’s greenhouses. Sil Wells and Alice Hearn led two different tours. A special thank you to both ladies for an excellent tour. The club’s next meeting is scheduled for March 13. The club members will tour Dennis Krupinski’s pollinator heaven garden. Please come and support the Garden Club on Wednesday, April 10. The Club’s third annual silent auction/garden sale will be held at 10am. The Garden Club does not collect dues. The plant sale is its main fundraiser. Monies collected go towards speakers, replenishing plants at the pavilion, HFC pool, corners on Dunmore and Mulligan, and the front of the Eagle’s Nest. The club hopes to add other projects in the near future. Anyone interested in donating plants, pots or miscellaneous garden items for this event please email Lynn Davis at crladavis@aol.com. 38 SINGLES CLUB By Carol Corley Singles have been busy — playing cards, eating out, going to shows, and helping others. Our February meeting had a good turnout, and we received thanks for providing Christmas to a dozen Senior Orphans in Polk County. These are people deep in poverty who have no family to care for them. We also committed to adopting Senior Orphans again this summer for “Christmas in July.” Recent club activities included a tour of Bok Tower, and lunch at Jacaranda Hotel last month. After the meeting we played Five Crowns and a board game, and we are open to learning new games. Afterwards, we went to Harry’s Old Place for dinner. Every Sunday at 2 p.m. we play cards and board games at the Clubhouse ballroom (or if it’s busy the Card Room), then it’s dinner out somewhere. Our next meeting will be March 3 at 2 p.m. We hope you join us. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock Spring will officially arrive on March 19, so what better way to kick off the season than with a presentation by Barbara Comer entitled “Birds of Lake Ashton”. Her presentation will surely motivate us to pick up our cameras and enjoy the nature that surrounds us here at Lake Ashton. Residents with an interest in photography are welcome to attend our meeting and members are encouraged to bring along a few photos on a USB drive to share. The meeting will be on March 11th at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. GENEALOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The next meeting of the LA Genealogy Club will be Wednesday, March 13 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. We always have a good time sharing our research stories and asking/answering questions. Come join your fellow Lake Ashtonians and have fun enjoying the company of your neighbors while also looking for your long lost ancestors. Questions? Call Jane at 815-545-6655. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting March 7 in-person only at the Pavilion - please note change of venue. Social time with snacks will be from 6 to 6:30 pm. Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 6:30. Guest speaker Brandon Alvarado, candidate for Seat 2 on the Lake Wales City Commission, will discuss his vision for the future of Lake Wales. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Linda Sandel Mama Mia! It's time for LARC's annual Spaghetti Dinner! Please join us at the Eagle's Nest for dinner and camaraderie on March 27 at 5 pm. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. The cost including tip is $15 for Members and $20 for guests. The meal consists of Spaghetti & Meatballs, Chicken Alfredo, Salad, Garlic Knots, Soda and Iced Tea. Checks only, payable to LARC are due no later than March 19. Lake Wales City Commission candidates Danny Krueger, Danny Williams and Crystal Higbee will be there to share their priorities for the city during their 4-year term and value your input. Mark your calendar for election day, Tuesday April 2. Let your voice be heard! Did you miss the Club Expo in February? Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the club, group, or organization they are trying to join. Recurring events and meetings of clubs, groups and organizations are also included on the calendars for the Clubhouse & HFC inserted into this issue. 39

DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller & Liz Leigh The Duplicate Bridge group is celebrating 20 years of Monday games at Lake Ashton, making us one of the oldest ongoing activities in the community. Started by Pat Foster — who still participates — the group has provided both a challenging and a learning opportunity for our players. We celebrated our anniversary on January 29 with a luncheon prior to our game. Presently the game is operated by Don W. Fuller, an ACBL Certified Director. We welcome new players of all abilities, though a basic knowledge of the game is required. For more information contact Don at dfuller627@yahoo.com. Recent winners: January 22: North-South 1st Nelda Sedlacek & Lois Dole; 2nd Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 3rd Trish Kellar & Marian Oshinsky; East-West 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Jeff Wilkinson & Howard Mayne; 3rd Marge Kniat & Dana Griffiths January 29: North-South 1st Chris Verges & Karla Gengler; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; 3rd Don Fuller & James Ford; East West 1st Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales; 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; 3rd Alex Vogt & Colette FarlandVogt February 5: North-South 1st Liz Smith & Keith Stevens; 2nd Nelda Sedlacek & Don Fuller; 3rd Chris Verges & Karla Gengler; East-West 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; 3rd Mafie Walker & Howard Mayne February 12: North-South 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster; 3rd Chris Verges & Karla Gengler; East-West 1st Marian Oshinsky & Nancy Golding; 2nd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 3rd Dana Griffiths & Marge Kniat LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary will be Wednesday, March 20 at 6:30 pm. The LAVA Auxiliary is made up of residents who love our 40 country. It is non-political and any Lake Ashton resident is invited to join. We meet once a month on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. near the stage at the Clubhouse. During the year we host events to raise funds for our veterans and active military. The Girl Scouts attended our February meeting and offered for sale not only cookies but also donations for cookies to be sent to our military overseas. The LAVA Auxiliary started the donations with a $400 check for this cause. SAVE THE DATE: The Annual Craft Fair is Saturday, October 26. If you would like to become a vendor, stop by to see Sheila at the Clubhouse. Sheila has the Vendor Packets. God Bless America! LA ROCKERS By Annie Lutz LA Rockers is a wonderful group of residents that spreads acts of kindness to our LA Community. By painting and hiding rocks here at Lake Ashton we hope to change a person’s day, outlook, and even their life by finding just the right message at just the right time. Our group had a great turnout for the recent LA community Club Expo. We welcomed six new members this past month. As our group grows, we’ve had an average of 28 members at each meeting. Come give the group a try! You don’t need to be an artist to create a beautiful rock. There are lots of ways to paint and the group is always happy to share tips and techniques. LA Rockers meets in the HFC Community Center from 2 to 4 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. The 1st Wednesday is for current members to learn new skills and techniques. The 3rd Wednesday is a “Free Paint” session where newcomers are welcome to join the group. Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session. It’s very important to contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before their first meeting so that supplies can be provided. If you are lucky enough to find a rock, please post a photo of your rock on Talk of Lake Ashton’s (TOLA) Facebook page. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White The Lake Ashton Swim Club is a fun opportunity to swim for fitness with friends and fellow residents. As a group we support each other. The volunteer instructor/coach gives tips to help improve techniques and creates different written suggested workouts for all levels. Some come just for exercise; some also want to improve their technique; while a few go to one or more of the Florida Senior Games, which offer a variety of strokes and distances in 10 age groups and 2 gender groups. Whatever your interest, come swim at your own pace and get fit with us. The club has reserved the HFC pool on Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am. LA PICKLEBALL CLUB By Lisa Savala The Lake Ashton Pickleball Association (LAPA) is comprised of residents who enjoy pickleball, from Beginners to Advanced. LAPA is a great way to connect with other players while making pickleball more fun. Here are a few things LAPA does: • Supply balls to all courts • Coordinate Training Clinics, Mixer Tournaments, and Social Events • Represent the members to the CDD • Purchase essential items that go beyond the CDD’s responsibility • Manage league teams that compete with neighboring communities • Post playing time schedules and other useful information on the bulletin board outside the courts Membership forms and a submission box are located at the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Offices. The cost is $12 for January through December. If you sign up after January the fee is prorated by $1 per month. For example, $9 if your membership starts in April. Join us for another year of pickleball fun! 41 LAKE ASHTON FRIENDS OF MEALS ON WHEELS By Marcia Santino This month we shine a spotlight on Meals on Wheels recipient Lenore “Gundy” Costello. Lenore lives in Lake Alfred and celebrated her 107th birthday in November. “Gundy”, as she is known, is a former Executive Director of the Girl Scouts Heart of Florida Council, founder of Camp Wildwood and was recognized as the oldest Girl Scout in the nation at the Girl Scouts National Conference last July. Lenore is one of over 600 seniors and adults with limited mobility throughout Polk County that depends on Meals on Wheels for nutritiously-balanced meals each week. Meal Services are based on need, not age or income.Please consider joining Lake Ashton Friends of Meals on Meals (“LA FOMOW”) to help promote this very deserving non-profit organization in our community. To become a member or for more information please email lafomow@gmail.com.

MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Nancy Sztanyo To all you Michiganders, Yoop Trolls! We are so excited upcoming Michigan Potluck on March 3 from 4 to 7 pm at the HFC. Lots of people, delicious food and even a little Michigan trivia. Sign up online or at either Activities Desk. $5/couple or $3/person (to help pay for the paper products needed). Please bring a dish that will feed 8-10 people and your own beverage This will be a fun filled event and we hope to see everyone from our Great Lakes State! Any questions - call or Nancy D’Herin 313.407.8283 or Diane Schrauben 517.668.0832. MISSOURI/NEBRASKA/ KANSAS STATE PARTY By Nancy Rudy The Potluck is on March 12 from 4 to 7 pm at the HFC. If you have ever lived in one of these states, you are most welcome to join us to meet old and new friends. We will be serving Sloppy Joes and ask that you bring a dish to share. Don’t forget utensils for your dish and bring your favorite beverages. Also, if you have new or gently used items to donate for a silent auction, that would be appreciated. It helps to defray the cost of supplies. R.S.V.P. to Nancy at 314-614-3669 or mrsnlr@cs.com before March 9. Looking forward to seeing which state has the most attendees! SANDY ’ S NYS GROUP By Joyce Notarnicola Greetings to all neighbors from New York! We are looking forward to seeing old and new friends over the coming year. Our monthly get-togethers mostly held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on the third Friday of the month at 6:30 pm. There are 5 dates that the room is unavailable so we will work around those dates. Traditionally these will be potlucks, but we welcome any other suggestions (such as pizza nights, caterers, themes, etc). Please note the following dates for the Clubhouse events: March 15, May 17, August 16, September 20, October 18. March 15th: A Taste of New York Potluck – bring a dish that reminds you of your NY home! Whether it’s Sahlen’s hot dogs, Junior’s Cheesecake, Black & White Cookies, Beef on Weck, salt potatoes, Buffalo Wings, Spiedies, Chicken Riggies, White Hots, Grape Pie, Greens & Beans, Waldorf salad, Tomato Pie, an apple dish, pastrami on rye or your favorite family recipe...bring enough to share with eight of your Lake Ashton/NY Friends & Neighbors! For newbies: Please send your contact information (name, address in LA, phone number, email and where you’re from/live in NY) to Deirdre Knapp (auntdeda@hotmail.com). Hoping to see lots of “old” and new faces on March 15 (6:30 pm) at the Clubhouse Ballroom. ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda Please join us for the Italian/American Club Potluck on March 21 at the HFC at 6pm. Bring a dish to share, (desserts are taken care of) a beverage and $1 to cover expenses. We look forward to meeting some new members, so if you have Italian heritage please join us. For more information contact Susie Escoda at 863-206-6566. LA BELLES By Wallie Hartleb The LA Belles Luncheon will be on Wednesday, March 27 at noon at Charm City in Lake Ashton Clubhouse. The telephone number to check their specials is 863-622-3300. Please register at the Clubhouse Activities Office or online as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please call Vivian Harmon at 317-430-2662. Let's celebrate Spring together. Hostesses: Vivian Harmon and Wallie Hartleb 42 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work From Real Estate Agent to Friend When we moved to Florida in 2020, we were blessed to find Brad Kirwan. He made our internet home purchase easy and offered so many helpful tips on the area we knew nothing about. 3 years later we now have bought and sold 3 houses of which we relied on Brad for smooth transitions. We are in our forever home and are grateful for Brad’s guidance and now for his friendship. You’re the best! Michael & Marianne Morcone February 7, 2024 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 43

GOLF LAMGA By David Kubissa The first weekend in March brings LAMGA’s signature event to life, the annual Member-Guest Tournament that takes place March 7, 8 and 9. The field comprises 60 two-man teams divided into 10 flights as they compete in best-ball play on both the East and West courses. The top finishers in each flight receive gift certificates to the pro shop. But win or not, all participants walk away from the tournament with a generous gift bag that includes a variety of golf merchandise. The teams compete in their own flights in nine-hole matches against one another. Along the way, they have a chance to shoot for prizes in closest-to-hole opportunities and in a special 100-yard closest-to-pin contest from the 18th fairway on the West Course. That competition, on March 7, is sponsored by the Red Hoagland Hyundai. Red Hoagland is one of dozens of sponsors supporting the tournament. Sponsorships come from a wide array of businesses and services in the area. In addition to Red Hoagland, the following sponsors make major contributions that enable LAMGA to fund this tournament: Amerity Financial / Burris Warner; Chris Bruser, Mutual of Omaha reverse mortgage specialist; Art’s Golf Cars; and Snowbird Heating and Cooling. This monthly article, throughout 2024, will include the names of other sponsors that have made the tournament possible this year. You also can find the full list of LAMGA sponsors on the league’s web page at LakeAshtonLiving.com. The Red Hoagland dealership also supports a monthly competition of LAMGA players, and the results of the first month of the season are in. Here is the leader board from January in the annual Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge: 1.) Darrel Reid, $38.75; 2.) Mike Krigelski and Tom Murphy tied with $29.75; 4.) Alan Gasner, $28.75; 5.) Pat O’Neil and Ed Powers tied with $27.75. LAMGA weekly participants compete for prizes in the form of pro shop credits. The amounts in the standings represent how much in pro shop credits that they collected in January. For more information about LAMGA, including how you can join if you are new to the community, visit the LAMGA web page at LakeAshtonLiving.com. Pictured: Darrel Reid, left, led the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge after the first month of the season. Next to him is Tom Murphy, tied for second place with Mike Krigelski.

LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt If you make a holein-one, send your name, date, hole, and course number to be featured in the LA Times to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com March – in like a lion, out like a lamb… let’s hope the lamb shows up sooner rather than later. This winter season has been a really wet and cold one for playing golf. Get your green wardrobe ready to play on 3/12 in celebration of St Patrick’s Day – and everyone will play from the green tees! Before you know it, April 2nd will be upon us and our Tropical Tuesday Closing Day and Lunch will arrive. I’m happy to report we have volunteers for VP and Secretary as Janet and Marti step down. We’ll let you know who will carry those torches at the luncheon. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Beverly Hines LALGA members “Got Their Green On” for the Member/Member Golf Tournament held February 12 & 13 with the theme 18 Shades of Green. Congratulations to all the winners and to Lydia Fichtman and Rita Lee and their committee for organizing the 2-day event. From Nancy Zografos, Chair for We Care for Kids, “I truly appreciate all the donations for the project that supplies toiletries and hygiene products for homeless students. We donated six boxes each for the Winter Haven / Lake Wales High Schools. It was greatly appreciated.” Nominations are now open for the positions of LALGA President and Secretary. Those interested in running for one of these offices should contact one of the nominating committee members: Rita Lee, Kathy Reed, Deb Louder, or Sandra Lancaster. Electronic voting will be held March 20th – 26th and those elected will assume their roles on June 1. Lots of fun Tuesday League Play Day games are scheduled for March. Check out the bulletin board in the hallway to the ladies’ restrooms in the Pro Shop where they are posted each month. The Men’s and Women’s Club Championships will be held on March 21 – 22. Who will get the reserved golf cart parking at the Pro Shop this year? The following four women are the top money winners to date for The Red Hoagland Challenge: Liz Leigh, Kathy Reed, Bev Hines, and Shearly Simpson. Congratulations, ladies!

Lake Ashton’s 16th Annual Fine Arts & Photography Show March 9, 2024 1 — 4 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Judges: Rocky Bridges (Photography) and Blair Updike (Fine Arts) Ribbons will be awarded in each category Pictured above: 2023 Photography Best in Show Winner Lil Red by Shelley Brodka Pictured at right: 2023 Fine Arts Best in Show Winner Winter Woods by Sharon Makela Admission is Free & Refreshments are Available Thanks to the Following Sponsors: Bernie Pruitt, Hill Nissan Sales Consultant 6401 Cypress Gdns Blvd Winter Haven FL. 33884 Cell: 863.212.1670 Boyett Family Dentistry 150 Avenue A SE Winter Haven, FL 33880 863.703.2757 The Gallery & Frame Shop 6795 N Scenic Hwy Lake Wales 33898 863.676.2821 Kevin Weltlin State Farm Agency 23865 US Hwy 27 N Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.676.6633 The Tessier Law Firm, P.A. 520 6th St NW Winter Haven, FL. 33881 863.220.7927 Snowbird Heating & Cooling, Inc. 1095-A US 92 Auburndale, FL 33823 863.551.3411

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter February 2024 Seasons of Love Simply the Best! Quilt Show Valentine's Day Party Live Entertainment Volunteer Opportunities and more! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! 863-318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES March Issue Deadline: February 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. FEBRUARY 2024 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com LW Homeowners Association (HOA) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org lakeashtonhoa.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Meet new neighbors and to hear about local community happenings, community events and receive information on current projects within Lake Ashton. Meet local vendors personally and even snag a few free items or win services or products. Mondays at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom — coffee & donuts available for $2. FEBRUARY 5 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworkers Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: South Pointe Elementary (the new school on CR 653) • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves, ComForCare, Central Florida Healthcare Offering Free Blood Pressure Checks, Miller’s Central Air FEBRUARY 12 • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speakers: Neighborhood Watch Presents Police Chief Meet and Greet • Featured Vendors: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, Tessier Law Firm, Keep Moving Health • BLOODMOBILE in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot from 8:30 to 11:30 am FEBRUARY 19 • Peanut Butter Monday - Donations will go to the Havendale Food Pantry. Cereal and other non perishable food items are needed. Monetary donations can be dropped off at the Clubhouse Activities Office. • Featured Speaker: AdventHealth Talks - Heart Health • Featured Vendors: True AC, Water’s Edge, Home Instead, Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid FEBRUARY 26 — NO MONDAY COFFEE IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 MIND & BODY 30 CLUBS 36 GOLF 44 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD February 16, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD February 26, 9 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE & ACTIVITIES OFFICES: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday MONTHLY MARKET Shop local without leaving the community on the second Wednesday of the month from 10 am to 2 pm. We have a new vendor selling fresh eggs! Vendor recommendations and resident vendors are always welcome - contact Caroline (clane@lakeashtoncdd.com). BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Get fresh poultry, fish, and beef every Wednesday in the Clubhouse West parking lot from 10 am to 2 pm. There are always new specials on the board! BOOKMOBILE Second & fourth Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15) in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. Polk County library card holders can check out and return books, movies, and more! LOVE YOUR LIBRARY WEEK The Lake Wales Library Association will visit Lake Ashton on February 14, 9:30 am until 3:30 pm to celebrate Love Your Library Week, a nationwide celebration of public libraries, and the non-profit organizations that support them. The LW Library Association celebrates its 70th HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger It’s that time of year once more. Soon graduation plans will be planned with joy and happiness. Once again we need your gracious charity to help 147 homeless high school seniors. About 50 of these have no family at all! All help programs stop once they graduate which means even though they have worked hard the help stops. Many will be working jobs when other kids are attending the big graduation school party. Please help us provide an early graduation party, help with domestic items and hopefully some financial help for college. There will be a presentation at Monday Coffee March 4. Any donation great or small is very appreciated. Either Activities Desk can accept donations or call Doris at 217-652-6636 with any questions or donations. Doris will also be at the Monday Coffees. GIRL SCOUT COOKIES Girl Scout Troop #75012 will be selling cookies in the Clubhouse Lobby February 12 and 19 from 4 to 5 pm. Cookies are $6 per box. Gluten free options available! anniversary on February 4. They are bringing their Love Your Library membership drive to Lake Ashton. New and renewing members will be entered into a drawing for a gift basket. Visit lwlibraryassoc.org for information. KNIFE SHARPENING Bring your knives and scissors to the Wood Shop (near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Drive) between 8:30 and 10 am on February 5. ADOPT-A-ROAD CLEANUP A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road on February 29. Meet in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 8:30 am to pick up trash bags, gloves, safety vests and trash grabbers. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt and Bok Tower ticket each calendar year. Sign up online or contact Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699 or Sandelly7@gmail.com. Thank you for helping to keep our community beautiful!

LOST AND FOUND may make your standing reservation at the Clubhouse and/or Health and Fitness Center. If you have possibly lost anything at the Clubhouse or surrounding area, stop by the Clubhouse Office, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, to check the Lost and Found to see if it has been turned in. Lost and Found items will frequently be displayed at Monday Coffee and may be donated to local charities if not claimed. NEW RESIDENT ORI ENTATION The next new resident orientation will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on April 3 at 2 pm. Get introduced to the community, and meet other new residents and community leaders. Sign up online or at either Activities Office. Club, group and organization facilitators who would like to set up an information table at the New Resident Orientation should email Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. CLUBS, GROUPS, & ORGANI ZATIONS REMINDERS It is exciting to see so many residents enjoying the amenities and staff wants to ensure all residents have an equal opportunity to book a room for a new activity or join one of the groups that currently meet at the Clubhouse and HFC. Residents interested in joining a new group should visit both Activities Desks to obtain a list of registered Club, Groups, Offices, and Organizations that meet in each location. In keeping with the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies, there are no personal “standing” weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Registered clubs, groups, and organizations may make “standing” reservations. To register as a Lake Ashton Club, Group, or Organization please visit the Clubhouse Office or HFC Activities Office to obtain an application. Once approved by the respective Community Director you To be considered a club, group or organization the following criteria must be met in its entirety. 1. Clubs must be comprised of a minimum of at least five (5) Patrons. 2. No Club may be formed, and no activities held within the Amenities Facilities, for commercial or profit-making purposes. 3. The purpose of each Club must be to provide lifestyle-enhancing opportunities to Patrons and not to effectuate sales of products or services. Clubs may generate funds through dues and proceeds from Club organized events. If a Club chooses to generate funds, a check-and-balance system must be in place. 4. Club membership and Club activities must be available to all Patrons. Patrons will be given priority to attend any club activity or event. 5. Registered guests may be invited to attend if space permits. The Amenity Manager has the right to ask registered Guests and other Non-Residents to leave if necessary to accommodate Patrons. 6. Club facilitators are responsible for ensuring all participants of any club, group, or organization events are residents of Lake Ashton or in possession of a valid Facilities Guest Pass. If unauthorized participants try and gain access to District amenities, it is the responsibility of the facilitator to contact Staff and have the unauthorized participants removed from District amenities. 7. Criteria for Club membership should be governed by the individual club’s Bylaws and must comply with the adopted Joint Amenity Facilities Policies. Violations of any of the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies by any Club may result in the loss of that Club’s privileges within the Amenity Facilities. Please contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457, or LAII (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson at jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com or 863-595-1562 with any questions or concerns. SECURITY TRANSITION UPDATE Thank you to the residents who completed the information form online and in person. Residents who did not complete the form will have another opportunity to do so once in person registration begins in the coming months. Please stay tuned to email for information on when this will take place. To receive email blasts, click on the link to sign up on lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com (on the right side of either website's home page). Securitas has given a tentative start date of February 5 to begin installing the equipment needed for the system to function. This process is estimated to take approximately 6-8 weeks to complete as there are many components involved including amenity access equipment and additional cameras being installed at the Clubhouse and RFID equipment and cameras being installed at the Thompson Nursery Road and CR 653 entrances. Soon examples of the RFID tags and amenity access cards will be on display in the Clubhouse and HFC for residents to get a first time look at the credentials that will be distributed. We understand this is a big change for residents and we are here to help with this transition. Please feel free to reach out to Supervisors or Staff with any questions. Contact information for Supervisors can be found on pages 10 and 11. Residents can also contact Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or James Margeson, LA II (WH) CDD Community Director at jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com with questions. 2024 CITY OF LAKE WALES COMMISSION ELECTION Lake Wales residents can vote in the next Commission election on April 2 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The period to qualify for election to Seat 2 and Seat 4 begins at noon Monday, February 12 and ends at noon February 16 in the City Clerk’s Office at the City Administration Building, 201 W. Central Ave, Lake Wales. Candidate packets will be available in the City Clerk’s Office beginning at 9 am on Friday, February 2. For additional information, contact City Clerk Jennifer Nanek at 863-678-4182, ext. 1254. Contact the Supervisor of Elections at 863-534-5888 to request a Vote-By-Mail ballot. Voter registration deadline is March 4. LAKEASHTONLIVING.COM By Iris Realmuto Discover how to navigate the features of LakeAshtonLiving.com. This website is a tool for residents to better connect with the community. Come to the Clubhouse Cinema at 10:30am on February 19 and learn all about the features of the website including resident directory, marketplace, event calendar, ticket sales & signups, CDD, HOA, club and activity information, resource listing of service providers and restaurants, and discussion groups. Iris Realmuto will provide insight into what’s available to Lake Ashton residents and answer all your questions.

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT David Fix and Greg Nauman retired to Florida in 2016 from Pennsylvania. Health was a priority for both of them from day one of retirement so they started out walking. In 2018 they graduated to running and completed their first runDisney race (a half marathon) in 2019. They moved to Lake Ashton in 2020 and continued their healthy lifestyle by running nearly every day for at least 5 miles (most of the time much more). They even brought their love of running to Lake Ashton and the surrounding communities by hosting the first ever Turkey Trot benefiting Lake Wales Care Center (2021), Jingle Bell Jog benefiting Victory Ridge (2022), and Fall Fest 5K benefiting Hands 4 Hope (2023) raising $10,000 for all the organizations, combined. In 2022 they completed their first marathon as part of the 48.6 mile Dopey Challenge. The Dopey Challenge consists of 3.1 miles the first day, 6.2 miles on day two, 13.1 miles on day three, and 26.2 miles on day four for a total of 48.6 miles in 4 four days. One Dopey Challenge turned into 3 completed challenges in January 2024. This third Challenge was a little different for David and Greg as it had a part 2. The day after completing the Dopey Challenge in Orlando and after running 48.6 miles in 4 days, they hopped on a plane and flew to Disneyland in Anaheim, California to complete the Dumbo Double Dare which consisted of 3.1 miles on the first day, 6.2 miles on day two, and 13.1 miles on the last day. For those keeping up with the math, that is 71 miles in two weekends. By running at least a half marathon in both Disney World and Disneyland they also qualified for the Coast to Coast Challenge medal. Showcase Series By Brenda Jackson Meet Jay! Jay is a “jack of all trades” at Charm City with one mission: to make everyone’s visit memorable and enjoyable. He is so full of life and love he will spontaneously break out in song or dance. Many of you have witnessed this side of Jay and will agree, he is quite good. He loves to entertain and loves even more knowing he is making people happy! Jay is a newlywed and comes to us from ChampionsGate. What is something you would like us to know? “We are changing things up to keep things new and fresh. We have had two successful events, our Halloween Party and our Ugly Sweater Party and are planning more. Our Sunday Fundays have been quite successful too. We are now introducing daily specials. It just started so we would appreciate feedback both positive and negative to know what is working and what is not. I truly believe we can’t grow and be successful without your feedback. Some new events we are looking to do are a Valentines Day party and a Super Bowl party, to just name two. Please watch the LA Times, the bulletin board outside of Charm City doors, and our Facebook page for more details!” Greg and David are pictured here with the astonishing 11 medals they earned during their Coast to Coast Challenge. Not only did they earn 22 additional medals, collectively, to add to their ever growing collection (in the picture behind them) they also enjoyed a celebratory dinner with friend, actress Lydia Cornell (Sara from Too Close For Comfort) while in Anaheim. Wow, what a week for these two amazing residents. It is safe to say they are representing the fact that age is just a number and you can do anything if you put your mind to it. When you see them running in the community make sure to cheer them on as they are most likely training for their next race! LAKE ASHTON HANDS 4 HOPE BRING SMILES By LA Hands 4 Hope On December 7, 2023, the LA Clubhouse was filled with giggles, laughter and yes, some tears as LA Hands 4 Hope (LA H4H) brought families together for a special Christmas & Holiday Dinner. Even the Grinch snuck a smile as Santa and a helper provided gifts for the children and families. A wonderful dinner was provided by multiple residents and served by LA H4H volunteers. Families were truly touched, and many comments were so endearing, for instance: “Thank you for this event, we had an amazing time and felt special,” or, “I can’t remember the last time I ate and was filled.” Love and respect filled the room. Thank you to all who helped: the LA H4H committee and volunteers, LA 5K chaired by David Fix and Greg Nauman, and the Looplanders for their special donation. It’s a wonderful example of many working together to bring hope to others. Your help contributed to the success of this event. This summer look for more opportunities to help LA H4H provide backpacks loaded with the necessary school supplies to students who would not otherwise be able to afford them. Together we can help these students have a much better chance of working through their education. LAH4H is always open to ideas and volunteers in Lake Ashton. LA H4H accepts financial donations anytime. For additional information contact Sophia Brennan at 305-713-0101. THANKS FROM SHERIFF GRADY JUDD THANK YOU to Lake Ashton and all that helped. Because of you over 500 toys were donated to the Sheriff’s Deptartment for distribution. A trailer load of toys have made many children smile. The letter below says it all. “Look at these wonderful gifts and wonderful people from the Lake Ashton community! LA Hands 4 Hope, a community organization that provides support to kids and parents in low-income and underserved areas, partnered with Lake Ashton community to setup a toy drive. They did a “Drive-in Movie” toy drive where they requested a toy per person, served hot dogs, popcorn, and drinks while enjoying their neighbors. As a result they collected over 500 toys! Every year they choose a place where toys would go and this year they choose Polk County Sheriff's Office because of our commitment to the community. Our deputies will be providing these toys to deserving kids in families that are socioeconomically challenged. Please join me in thanking LA Hands 4 Hope and the residents of the Lake Ashton community!” – Grady Judd, Sheriff

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director There is a lot of talent at Lake Ashton! Take a look at additional winners of the 2023 Fine Arts and Photography Show displayed in the Clubhouse main hallway during the entire month of February. Save the date for the 2024 Fine Arts and Photography Show on March 9. February is full of a multitude of opportunities to meet new neighbors and create lasting relationships. Lake Ashton is fortunate to have two facilities to offer a plethora of entertainment and educational opportunities designed to maintain an active, engaging lifestyle. Don't forget to take a look at pages 22 - 34 in addition to the calendar inserts for information on the current activities, events, and classes at the Clubhouse and Health and Fitness Center (HFC). The Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group recently welcomed two new members and continues to meet on a monthly basis, alternating between the Clubhouse and HFC, to evaluate past events and assist staff with planning future events and activities at the Clubhouse and the HFC. Suggestions for entertainment, educational classes, and activities are always welcome and are evaluated by the group at each meeting. Please reach out to Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or James Margeson at jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com with any suggestions for programming or constructive feedback on past events and activities. There was a Joint Board of Supervisors meeting on January 19. Supervisors approved of the revised Joint Amenity Facilities Policies and a final version can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". In addition the Boards agreed to work on combining the District's individual policies for the issuance of RFID Tags to residents into one policy. LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431 mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours After Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom LACDD Supervisors met on January 22. At this meeting Supervisors set the rates for the RFID Tags for Lake Wales residents and Amenity Access Cards for both Lake Wales and Winter Haven residents. Thanks to a Sponsorship, Lake Wales residents will receive up to 2 RFID Tags and up to 2 Amenity Access Cards per household at no charge and Winter Haven residents will receive up to 2 Amenity Access Cards per household. Additional RFID tags and Amenity Access Cards can be purchased for $10 each. Please note, residency verification will be required for each tag and card issued. A full list of approved rates was sent out in a wrap up report on January 24. The purchase of a handicap lift, to be installed at the Clubhouse Spa, was also approved. In addition staff is in the process of evaluating converting to natural gas at the Clubhouse and will be presenting additional information to the board at the February Board of Supervisors meeting. Residents are encouraged to attend meetings to get first hand information on community issues and projects. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for meeting dates and Supervisor contact information. LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707 alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com The Lake Ashton II CDD Board and Staff welcomes February with new programs and events! January had many activities our residents attended and enjoyed. Highlights were our dances, starting with the Free Whiskey Band, on January 12. This was a sold out crowd, who danced and enjoyed the outstanding music of this local band. A Health Expo was also held at the HFC on January 26, with many vendors who addressed resident health care needs and concerns. This month, on February 2, there will be a Sock Hop, featuring the 57 Chrome Band, from 7 to 10 p.m. This event will be a fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Research. So dust off your saddle shoes and come on over to HFC to support this important event. Additionally, a new entertainment offering of a free Magic Show will take place on February 9 at 2 p.m. Come on out and experience some magic and illusions at the HFC! February 14, we will be starting a new Zumba Class in the Sports Court. If you are interested, please contact Krystle at the Activities Desk, to register. To add to our new Zumba program, an Aquatic Zumba will also be offered. Contact Krystle to register as well. The Lake Ashton Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will be conducting a Tornado Drill at various locations within the community on February 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. During this time, you may see CERT personnel and carts driving around the community to ensure our emergency responders are ready for deployment. The deadline for registration for the new gate access system Radio Frequency Identification tags (RFID) was December 29 2023. This program replaces the outdated clicker system and will enhance the security of our community. Again, we are excited to bring many more activities and programs to the HFC in 2024 that we are sure our residents will enjoy — hope to see you there!

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Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer for the website and provide your name, address and email (if you have one or let us know you do not have one) so we can reach out to you and update your user profile and provide assistance. The Black-bellied Whistling-Duck has become a common year-round resident of Lake Ashton. This wasn't always the case, fifteen years ago it was a real treat to see one here. They are brightly colored, noisy and hard to miss when present. This species is found in Texas and Mexico and is believed to have arrived naturally in Florida. Formerly considered "Tree Ducks," they perch in trees and, like the Wood Duck, nest in hollow trees or duck boxes. Males and females are identical in plumage. Their loud whistle can be heard when flying over; when doing so at night residents might believe they are hearing aliens. The joke goes they were once called tree ducks, but that was before they learned how to whistle. The red bill and legs, black belly and white wing patches make this bird appear rather clown-like. LA (LW) HOA CORNER By Brenda Jackson Didn’t get your assessment statement? We understand the mail can be a fickle thing at times or maybe you went on holiday and did not receive it. Contact Marti Schmidt at president@lakeashtonhoa.org or Brenda Jackson at admin@lakeashtonhoa.org or email the Board at directors@lakeashtonhoa.org and they will be happy to help you sort it out. If you haven’t already, please register for the HOA website for Lake Wales residents at lakeashtonhoa.com or engage.goenumerate.com. This is our official HOA website, and 402 of your neighbors have successfully signed up and activated their accounts. If we have your email, you should have received an invite to register. Please register to ensure you receive all communications and information to keep you in the know. Haven’t received an email? Need assistance? Please email admin@lakeashtonhoa.org or call 863-325-0065 and leave a message indicating you need help in registering The HOA Annual Meeting will be held February 25, 2024 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. More information will be posted and sent out as we draw closer to the date. Your HOA Board has 2 seats expiring in 2024. We currently have 2 individuals (currently on the Board) that are interested in continuing to serve. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting! LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Marti Schmidt, President & Treasurer treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • John Leale, Vice President vicepresident2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Harold Jackson secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Bob Prowant manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Greg Bluemke arc@lakeashtonhoa.org LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Dave Bishop, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • James Akridge, Vice President/HOA Liaison vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Claude Browne, Secretary secretaryla2@outlook.com • Bill Martin, Vice President & Assistant Treasurer vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Connie Strassberg, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Pierre Duquette, LAII ARC Chair A6lawharc2@gmail.com • ARC requests: arctracker.com/lakeashton2 15

SAFETY All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout LA. A person operating a golf cart on public roads or streets who is under 18 years must possess a valid learner’s permit or driver’s license. Please keep an eye out for pedestrians at all times. When walking or bicycling, especially at night or in the early morning, remember to "Be Safe and Be Seen: Make Yourself Visible to Drivers.” • Wear bright/light colored clothing and reflective materials • Carry a flashlight • Cross in well-lit areas • Stand clear of buses, hedges, parked cars or other obstacles before crossing C RT CERTainly Safe HOME SAFETY REMINDERS COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Home Safety Tips from Your Lake Ashton Community Emergency Response Team Many folks like to start the new year with some healthy resolutions. Here are some general safety to-dos we all should be sure to take care of this year: Smoke and CO Monitors - Don’t forget to replace the batteries semi-annually in these very important monitors. Hire a home maintenance person to do the job if you’re unable to climb a ladder safely up to your monitors. Fire Extinguishers - If you don’t already have a portable extinguisher in your house (one designated for ABC class fires) you should get one. If you already have such an extinguisher, check to be sure it is easy to get to (not obstructed by other stored items) and it is fully charged and ready to go. Make sure everyone in your home knows where it is and how to use it. Important Numbers - Be sure to have an up-to-date list of phone numbers for family/friends/neighbors/doctors, plus any other important services to call in the event of a medical, fire or other emergency. Keep the list where it’s easy to find. First Aid Supplies - Check your supplies of Band-Aids, gauze, tape, antiseptics, burn ointment, and other basic first aid supplies. Make sure everything is up-to-date, you and your family know where they are, how to use them, and that all such materials are easy to get to. Vaccines and Inoculations - Ask your doctor if you’re up to date for all recommended vaccines. Don’t forget to check with your veterinarian to be sure your pets’ vaccines are up-to-date too. 16 AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! Presidents Day Sale LIMITED TIME SAVINGS! WARM UP TO WINTER SAVINGS January 19 - March 4 Get a... 10% OFF STRESSLESS® FURNITURE* - OR - $ 400 OFF STRESSLESS® RECLINERS WITH POWER* with a mattress set purchase Stressless® Mayfair Classic Power™ shown in Paloma New Cognac/Walnut *With a qualifying purchase. See store for details. 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 17 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2024 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1512 1/24 $300 GIFT CARD

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and are looking forward to 2024. We know we are! Mark your calendars for these exciting events: February 12 – Please join us at Monday Morning coffee where the Chiefs of Police from Lake Wales and Winter Haven discuss what is happening in their city. All public safety groups (Neighborhood Watch, Citizens Assisted Patrol, and the Community Emergency Response Team) are encouraged to attend in their respective uniforms. If you have specific questions you would like answered, email them to fswperson@aol.com and these will become the questions of priority during the meeting. If time permits the Q&A will be opened to the audience. February 27 - National Night Out. This year's event starts at the Clubhouse and finishes at the HFC. More information and details to come! March 5 - Sheriff Grady Judd is coming! He will join us at the HFC Community Center around 2:30. We are looking forward to a new and exciting year growing the Block Captain group and completing our Deputy positions. Let us know if you are interested in joining either of these groups or would like more information on how you can be more active in our Lake Ashton Neighborhood Watch. For questions/concerns, please contact Deputy Chief, Joan DiBattista @ 239.851.7899. CERT TORNADO DRILL Lake Ashton CERT will hold their annual Tornado Drill from 1 to 4 pm on February 15. Participants will be in CERT or Polk Fire/Rescue uniforms and will be practicing a mock post tornado damage assessment in Lake Ashton. The activity is planned away from busy areas. Orange cones will be placed at the side of some roads to facilitate the drill and will be removed at the end of the exercise. Home Instead® Care Professionals can provide the care needed to ensure your loved one returns home safely . Call (863) 294-9141 or visit HomeInstead.com/333 FL Lic# 299994096 PERSONAL CARE | TRANSPORTATION | MEALS & NUTRITION | MEMORY CARE Each Home Instead® office is an independently owned and operated franchise of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company. © 2022 Home Instead, Inc. 18 FREE ESTIMATES!!!! Call WCM Construc.on and Roofing, LLC For all your roofing needs!!! • Roof Replacement • Roof Repair • Roof Inspections 863-969-3722 www.warrencm.com Licensed & Insured CCC1332250, CBC1255292, CFC1431988 19

MOVI ES The Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club Presents: A Black Film Festival to Celebrate Black History Month FEBRUARY 6 — 8 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS FEBRUARY 8) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM MARSHALL 2017 | PG-13 | 1H 58MIN Young Thurgood Marshall (Chadwick Boseman) faces one of his greatest challenges while working as a lawyer for the NAACP. Marshall travels to conservative Connecticut when wealthy socialite Eleanor Strubing (Kate Hudson) accuses Black chauffeur Joseph Spell of sexual assault and attempted murder. He soon teams up with Sam Friedman (Josh Gad), a local Jewish lawyer who's never handled a criminal case. Together, the two men build a defense while contending with racist and anti-Semitic views from those who deem Spell to be guilty. FEBRUARY 13 — 15 (NO 7 PM SHOWING FEBRUARY 14) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE EQUALIZER 3 2023 | R | 1H 49MIN Since giving up his life as a government assassin, Robert McCall (Denzel Washington) has struggled to reconcile the horrific things he's done in the past and finds a strange solace in serving justice on behalf of the oppressed. Finding himself surprisingly at home in Southern Italy, he discovers his new friends are 18 under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends' protector by taking on the mafia. FEBRUARY 20 — 22 RUSTIN 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 48MIN The architect of 1963's momentous March on Washington, Bayard Rustin was one of the greatest activists and organizers the world has ever known. He challenged authority, never apologized for who he was, what he believed, or who he desired. And he did not back down. He made history, and in turn, he was forgotten. Directed by DGA Award and fivetime Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe and starring Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo, Rustin shines a long overdue spotlight on the extraordinary man who, alongside giants like the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and Ella Baker, dared to imagine a different world, and inspired a movement in a march toward freedom. FEBRUARY 27 — 29 (NO 7 PM SHOWING FEBRUARY 28) BYE BYE BARRY 2023 | PG | 1H 32MIN When NFL superstar Barry Sanders vanished at the height of his career, he left the NFL world in shock. He was still in his prime, chasing the all-time NFL rushing record when he boarded a flight to England and never stepped foot on the field again. Now, 24 years later, Barry retraces his steps through the streets of London to finally confront the mystery. CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWINGS: ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 FEATURE FILM FRIDAYS — 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED FEBRUARY 2 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM WAITING TO EXHALE 1995 | R | 2HR 1MIN Navigating through careers, family and romance, four friends bond over the shortcomings in their love lives -- namely, the scarcity of good men. Both as the "other woman," Savannah (Whitney Houston) and Robin (Lela Rochon) carry on relationships with married men, each believing their lovers will leave their wives for them. On the flip side, Bernadine (Angela Bassett) ends up alone when her husband divorces her for his mistress. Meanwhile, Gloria (Loretta Devine) finds love with a new neighbor. FEBRUARY 9 AT 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS) SILVER DOLLAR ROAD 2023 | PG | 1H 40MIN From Academy-Award Nominee Raoul Peck, Silver Dollar Road follows the story of the Reels family as told by the matriarch Mamie Reels Ellison and her niece Kim Renee Duhon, two fierce women defending their rights and fighting to protect their ancestor's land and their brothers and uncles Melvin and Licurtis, who were incarcerated for eight years for refusing to leave their homes -- becoming two of the longest serving inmates for civil contempt in the country. This documentary, based on the 2019 ProPublica article, highlights the ways the legal system is exploited to limit land ownership in the Black community and further contributes to the racial wealth gap. FEBRUARY 16 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM THE COLOR PURPLE 1985 | PG-13 | 2H 32MIN An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie (Whoopi Goldberg), an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing "Mister" Albert Johnson (Danny Glover), things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa. Based on the novel by Alice Walker. FEBRUARY 23 11 AM, & 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) THE HARDER THEY FALL 2021 | R | 2H 17MIN When outlaw Nat Love (Jonathan Majors) discovers that his enemy Rufus Buck (Idris Elba) is being released from prison he rounds up his gang to track Rufus down and seek revenge. Those riding with him in this assured, righteously new school Western include his former love Stagecoach Mary (Zazie Beetz), his right and left hand men--hottempered Bill Pickett (Edi Gathegi) and fast drawing Jim Beckwourth (R.J. Cyler)--and a surprising adversary-turned-ally. Rufus Buck has his own fearsome crew, including "Treacherous" Trudy Smith (Regina King) and Cherokee Bill (LaKeith Stanfield), and they are not a group that knows how to lose. the Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club meets the second Monday of each month at 4 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to attend the meetings and are invited to become members.

EVENTS SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. TRIVIA By David Fix Join your neighbors for a fun time and a chance to win some cash on February 4 in the Clubhouse Ballroom! Only $1 to play, teams not required. Maximum of 8/table. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Doors open at 6 pm and trivia begins at 7. RELAY FOR LIFE By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a fundraiser for The American Cancer Society by selling luminary bags for a minimum donation of $10 at Monday Coffee starting February 5. After every Monday Coffee, the luminary bags will be sold at both Activities Desks. Decorate the bag to remember a family member or friend you have lost to cancer or someone still fighting this disease. Return the bags, and a small can like soup, to any LA Purple Stars member or Activities Desk staff member or volunteer by March 8. We will put a tea light in each bag to illuminate it. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to join the Walk For A Cure at 6 pm on Tuesday March 12 in the Clubhouse West parking lot to walk around the Pavilion and end back at the Clubhouse circle to view all the luminary bags. QUILTS OF VALOR & K9 QUILTS OF HONOR Anyone who would like to put together quilt tops for Law Enforcement K9s and military veterans and active duty should meet in the HFC Sports Court February 9 from 1:15 to 4:45 pm. Thread, fabric, beginner patterns and any instruction, if needed, will be provided. Bring your excitement, sewing machine and scissors. Don’t sew? We will need people to iron for those sewing. A “Quilt of Valor®” is our award to Service Members and Veterans who have been touched by war. There has been over 350,000 have been made over the last 20 years. A “K9 Quilt of Honor®” recognizes Law Enforcement, Military and Search/Rescue K9s, and their handlers for the willingness to serve our local communities, counties, states, country and stand in harm’s way to help keep us all safe. Contact: Carolyn Bluhm at 719.510.1088, CERTMinistry@gmail.com. LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULEZ! By Gina Krall The recently coronated Lake Ashton Mardi Gras King and Queen are making their first appearance this year in the Lake Wales Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, February 10 at 3 pm in downtown Lake Wales. The Royals (whose names, following MG tradition, will not be disclosed until the evening of the ball) will be leading the LA Krewe of over 40 participants, tossing beads and ushering in the float carrying the one and only Diana Lynn who will be belting out "When the Saints Go Marching In" and electrifying the crowd. The now famous two LA marching groups, Ashtonettes and the LA Shakers, will be struttin their way up and down the streets of Lake Wales delighting the crowd. Add sign carriers, balloon passers and bead tossers and this will not be an event you will want to miss. A special thank you to our sponsor for the second year – Arts Golf Cars. Support your LA neighbors. Grab a lawn chair and stake out your parade spot early in the day. All proceeds go to Lake Wales charities and this year we intend on breaking the bank and putting last year's donation of $26,000 to shame. If you are interested in joining our Krewe as a balloon passer or if you have extra beads you would like to donate for reuse, please call Gina at 443-783-6191. "Throw me something, Mister!” LAKE ASHT ON’S 2024 VA L E N T I N E ’ S DAY P A R T Y 14 FEB 6 PM PLATED DINNER MENU: PERUVIAN CHICKEN, SHRIMP SKEWERS, ROASTED POTATOES, GREEN BEANS, SALAD & RED VELVET CAKE DANCE TO LIVE MUSIC BY THE SOUTHSHORE CRUISERS BAND TICKETS: $45 ON SALE ONLINE & AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE

QUILT SHOW By Marsha Martin The 2024 Lake Ashton Creative Quilters Show is almost here! Come to the Clubhouse Ballroom on February 21 from 11 am to 3 pm, and see what our members have been working on for the last two years. Admission is free. Over 100 pieces of work will be on display, ranging from totes and purses, wall hangings and table runners, to king size quilts. There will be samples of some of our fun group projects such as the Batik Rip and Share and the 2023 Mystery Quilt. Our newest Clubhouse and HFC Quilts will also be on display as well as our latest creation, The I Spy Quilts. The BOLLA group, the SEW What and More Group, and the The K9 and Quilts of Valor will all have displays, so come and see what they are up to. All of these groups are doing projects to better the community so come and see what they are all about. If you are a quilter, but not part of the group, and would like to display a quilt or learn more about joining us, please contact Marsha Martin at 406788-8087. FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW By Lyn Rogers The 16th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will be on display in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Saturday March 9, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Entry forms are due February 1st. The show is open to all Lake Ashton residents, attendance is free and refreshments will be provided. A CHANCE TO TALK TO A LAKE ASHTON AUTHOR Come out and have a conversation with one of the authors of the new book: “The Wall Between”, and engage in a challenging but interesting subject. An opportunity to become more familiar with the conflict in Israel-Palestine and gain a better understanding of why it has become such a difficult conversation for us here in North America and how we might begin to break down “the wall between.” This will be a 90-minute session, hearing from the author, facilitated by another Lake Ashton resident, Dr. Gary Goldetsky as well as being able to ask questions. There is no fee for the session. Participants will need to have read the book. If you don’t already have the book, they are available for $20 (email Jeff at drjeffreywilkinson@gmail.com). The session will be limited to 20 people, but if needed, we will hold another session. The session will be held on March 1 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Card Room. COLORS OF CARING SPRING FASHION SHOW By Kristy McKibben Join us for an exciting “Colors of Caring” Fashion Show on Wednesday, March 13 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets are $25, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Good Shepherd Hospice, a cause near and dear to many of us. A tasty luncheon will be provided. Beautiful and wearable Spring fashions will be showcased by your modeling friends and provided by Babe’s Shoes & Apparel of Lakeland. Babe’s will be set up to sell before and after the show. Doors open at 11 am, with lunch at 11:30, and the Fashion Show will be held from 12:15 to 1:15 pm. Shopping will continue until 2:30. Tickets are $25 and on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Checks only, please, made out to Kristy McKibben. We have a stamp that will identify your check as “HOSPICE FASHION SHOW.” GREAT HOLIDAY TOUR WINNERS By Marsha Martin Over 200 votes cast were cast in Lake Ashton’s First Annual Great Holiday Tour to determine the best holiday decor to be found in Lake Ashton. Congratulations to the winners! Pictured left: Best Overall - Vivian and Ted Harmon, 5137 Winged Foot Lane Pictured below: Most Festive - Darlene and Rick Shaw, 4149 Limerick Drive Pictured below: Most Extravagant - Sophia and Mike Brennan, 6253 Pinehurst Loop

Party DATE Feb. 23 tim e pm 7 Shade. Bring your doubloons for “grog and ale” from the Cash Bar. Tickets: $20 at the Clubhouse Activities Office or online. Wear your best pirate garb, pillage, plunder, and dance the night away to live music from 99 in the COMMUNITY SOCIAL POTLUCKS The best way to meet new friends is over a good meal! Join friends and neighbors at the monthly potlucks held at the Clubhouse and HFC. Mark the dates listed below on your calendars now and bring a dish to share! Clubhouse: February 20, April 16, June 11, August 13, October 8 December 10 HFC: March 21, May 16, July 18, September 19 November 21 LA CRUISE-IN RESCHEDULED! MARCH 16 2 — 5 pm ST. PADDY’S DAY PARTY By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars is once again hosting a St. Paddy's Day Party on March 17 from 7 to 10 pm in the Community Room of the HFC. This is a fundraiser for our team to benefit the American Cancer Society and everyone is invited. Tickets are $10, cash or check Payable to LA Purple Stars. DJ Wayne will provide great dance music and, of course, some Irish tunes. Tickets go on sale February 5 at the HFC. Don't forget you can bring your favorite food and beverage. Any questions call David Harrison at 863-326-6418. Clubhouse Ballroom

2024 SHOWCASE & TICKET SALES COMING! By Karen Nelson Changes in Latitudes We are getting ever so close to the 2024 Showcase, created and presented by the Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation. Your friends and neighbors have been rehearsing for the Showcase, and we are excited to perform it for you! Opening Night is Friday, March 22 at 7:30 pm, Saturday Matinee is March 23 at 1:30 pm, and Closing Night is Saturday at 7:30 pm. As usual, the Matinee will have an extended intermission for mobility needs, and LAPAC will be providing Sign Language interpreters for the Saturday matinee performance. The deadline for ASL reservations is February 9. Reservations can be redeemed for Saturday Matinee ticket purchases on February 20, 2024 between 8 am and 12 noon on the first day of resident ticket sales at the Clubhouse Ballroom. To reserve, please contact James Adkridge by email at caselton11@gmail.com or TEXT ONLY to 240-476-4549. Tickets go on sale to Lake Ashton residents Tuesday, February 20 at 8 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Premium seats are $25, regular seats are $20. Online sales on TicketLeap will begin at noon. If you have not established a LAPAC account with TicketLeap for prior LAPAC events, it will require only a few extra keystrokes! UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE March 15 - Senior Expo April 5 - Luau May 7 - Taco Tuesday Party May 17 - Denim & Diamonds Ladies Luncheon June 21 - Dukes of Hazzard Party July 4 - Star Spangled Shindig EAL RO PAVER SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 Before Restoring & Sealing Pavers sealproorlando@gmail.com Aſter Restoring & Sealing Pavers Benefits of Restoring and Sealing Pavers with Polymeric Sand • Inhibits weeds and grass in joints. • Reduces moss growth. • Deters ants and other insects. • Prevents loss of sand in joints. • Helps repel oil, grease, grime and stains. • Easier routine cleaning, enhances color, texture and brightness. • Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions. • Keeps the under base materials dry to prevent pavers from sinking and dipping. Patios & Walkways Benefits of Proper Drainage Installing Channel Drains • Removes water from flooded low areas where water accumulates causing weeds, mildew and mold growth. • Keeps entire paver area looking consistent without stains or permanent embedded darkening in pavers. • Prevents water entering pool or other unwanted areas. Avoids slip areas from forming. • Directs water in correct direction allowing drains to stay washed and functional. • Paver Installation • Pressure Washing • Travertine Sealing • Paver Repair • Polymeric Sanding Installing Channel Drain Steps for Sealing 1-2-3 1 Commercial pressure wash removing dirt, mold, mildew, weeds and contaminates. 2 Re-sand with polymeric sand locking deep inside joints. 3 Heavy multi-application of sealer to renew the original look of newly installed pavers (color added in sealer optional). FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 sealpr oorlando@gmail.c om CONTACT KALEB TODAY AT 863.272.0746 TO GET A FREE ESTIMATE! Repair Low Areas & Root Liſt Stress Areas • Extend Driveways/Walkways • Install New Walkways, Patios & Planter Walls

MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. UPCOMING ELDER LAW BOOT CAMP SESSIONS February 29 at 9:30 am in the Cinema: “Wills & Trusts 101” THINK & DRINK: FOUNTAIN OR AERATION? Grab a drink from Charm City and come to another thought-provoking discussion on February 28 at 6:30 pm as part of the Think & Drink series. Lloyd Lightsey, owner of The Pond Monster, is an incredibly captivating speaker who will have you hanging on his every word as he answers your water- related quest ions. His interest ing presentation will discuss whether a fountain feature or water aeration is the answer for lake, pond, or home water feature needs. Lloyd's charismatic presentation ways will surely dazzle all who attend this Think & Drink! Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays from 11 to 11:45 am at the HFC. Everyone is welcome. No charge. Mats available or bring your own. Chairs also available if you prefer. Slow, gentle poses with long holds. Positions shown for beginners, intermediate and experienced. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (316-516-2815) Come join us in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 8:45 am for a relaxing hour of stretching, strengthening, and meeting new friends. There is no charge. Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley FOOD IS AS FOOD DOES We have all heard the saying “you are what you eat.” But I would like to modify this saying to, “You are as healthy as your dietary choices.” I say this because our bodies can survive on poor nutrition; but there is a limit to how much waste your body can filter out and continue to function. Although we can all appreciate that food is necessary for survival; we seem to have forgotten a basic function of food is repairing and replacing damaged and expired cells in the body. Indeed, cells are the building blocks of every physiological function in our body. And they have a shelf-life of a few days to a few months. We are continuously repairing, rebuilding and replacing the cells in our body. The food we eat not only provides us with energy; it is converted into our own living cells. And the quality of the food we eat is directly related to cellular health, function, aging and disease. Highly processed foods like donuts, candy, cookies, and soda can lead to plaque buildup in your arteries. They are man-made foods loaded with chemicals we can’t pronounce. Sure, it’s convenient and tastes good, but your liver and kidneys are now forced to work extra to remove the toxins and waste they produce. Love your body enough to want what’s best for it. Move away from the boxes and start eating foods that have life: like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes. Aim for foods with oneword ingredients like spinach, blueberries, almonds, salmon, lentils, etc. These foods have properties that strengthen your immune system, help your body to build and maintain healthy tissue, produce real energy, and will give you that healthy glow that can only come from the inside. BODY MIND SOUL Simply Healthy Everything is Connected Make it a goal in 2024 to focus on improving your mental health and fitness. Check out these offerings for your Mind, Body, and Soul at the Clubhouse and the HFC. CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM HFC ✴Zumba - a dance fitness class that is easy to follow and every move can be modified for a low or high impact workout for any skill level. Held in the Clubhouse Ballroom - February 7 at 5:30 pm ✴NASM certified Nutrition Coach and Personal Trainer Joel Eyres talks Blue Zones and steps you can take to live to be 100 on February 19 at 4:30 pm in the Cinema. Sign up online or at Clubhouse Activities Office. ✴Free Virtual Meditation Session: Mondays at 3 pm via Zoom, email yogawinterhaven@gmail.com ✴Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 9 am. $5/ class (payable at class). Sign up online or at Clubhouse Activities Office. ✴Zumba at the HFC Sports Court - February 14, 21, & 28 at 5:30 pm ✴Beginning Chair & Balance: Mondays at 10 am ✴Water Aerobics: Tuesdays — Saturdays at 8:30 am ✴Classical Stretch: Mondays & Thursdays at 11 am ✴Aqua Reloaded: Mondays at 12 pm, Wednesdays & Fridays at 10 am ✴Cardio Swing & Yoga Cool: Tuesday & Thursdays at 9 AM ✴Triple B (Bat Wings, Bellies, & Bulges): Wednesdays at 9 am ✴Basic Fitness & Cardio: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 am ✴Aqua Motion: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 4 pm ✴Back To Basics: Fridays at 9 am 31

LA DANCE CLASSES - THE CHA CHA Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Mondays at 4:30-5:30 in HFC Community Room FREE! No partner needed. TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers are welcome but this class is not designed for beginning tappers. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (cwinchester1012@gmail.com, 305-725-4946) Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. LINE DANCING WITH JOHN MOORE Tuesdays (Beginners 7-8 pm and Beginners Plus 8-9 pm) and Thursdays (Beginners 9-10 am and Beginners Plus 10-11 am) in the Clubhouse Ballroom. CARDS FOR ALL AGES Join in the fun making cards. This class is for all levels. If you’ve never made cards before come try something new. All card materials to make 2 cards are provided for $5. Photos of February card are shown below. We meet the first Wednesday of each month in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 2 to 4 pm. You must register to attend, space is limited. Contact Marianne Morcone (mkegolfer@aol.com, 860-712-9440) or Judy Ridpath (judy@judyridpath, 650-678-1174). 33

CHECK, CALL, COMPRESSION & AED CLASS Learn life-saving techniques with Polk County Fire Rescue on February 13 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with hands-on training, a presentation, and an educational video. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. FUSED GLASS NIGHTLIGHT Instructor: Jill Groves Friday, February 16 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Create a beautifully unique glass night light! Sign up at the Clubhouse with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. FREEZE & FUSE February 18 from 6 to 8 pm and Wednesday, February 21 from 6 to 9 pm at the HFC Craft Room. In the first session, you will create glass embellishments from glass powder & water from one of 2 themes: Ocean or Garden. If you have an N-95 mask, please bring it. In the second session, you will use these embellishments in the creation of a 6” x 8” panel which can be placed on a stand or on a frame (stands and frames not included). Sign up at the HFC with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. CREATE A CARD February 20 at 10 am and 12:30 pm in the HFC Sports Court. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr February 10 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Black Sunset $35 (payable at class) — sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on February 9 WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and structures. Sessions are February 9, and March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. Call 863-307-1244 to reserve a place. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN - BUBBLE ART Join Carmen in the Clubhouse Ballroom as she shows you how to turn bubbles into watercolor floral art on March 12 at 11:30 am! You will make two pieces of original artwork using specialty watercolor paper, paint, and bubbles. All supplies and instructions will be included for $8/person. Space is limited to 20. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities office by March 4. BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Instructor: Sheila Vertoli February 7 at 2:30 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Canvas Painting - $35, pay at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli by February 4 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Grateful to Realtor for Service Above and Beyond Working with Brad made a somewhat unique and difficult situation much easier. He took charge with coordinating cleaning out the house and taking care of maintenance/repair issues. Without his assistance, I would have had to hire someone to accomplish the many tasks Brad took care of. I am eternally grateful to Brad for all he did on my Dad's behalf. I highly recommend you contact him should you have need for a Realtor. Thanks again, Brad !! Family of Harry Mazelin 13 July 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 35

CLUBS LAKE ASHTON FRIENDS OF MEALS ON WHEELS By Marcia Santino Meals on Wheels of Polk County (“MOWPolk”) is headquartered in Winter Haven. It delivers the nutritious meals, friendly visits, and safety checks that enable over 600 homebound seniors and adults with disabilities throughout the county to live nourished lives with independence and dignity. For many, the driver who shows up with a meal and a smile is the only person they see or speak with all day. This special delivery is the reason to get up in the morning and something to look forward to. MOWPolk is a non-profit organization with no state or federal funding. It relies on community-based charity, volunteers and proceeds from its thrift store sales. Many Lake Ashton residents volunteer for MOWPolk in one form or another. Even more generously support this deserving organization through monetary donation. Most importantly, some receive meal services. If you are civic-minded and have a few hours available each month, you are invited to join a new club forming in conjunction with MOWPolk. The mission of the club will be to promote MOWPolk in fun, interactive ways within Lake Ashton throughout the year. To become a member or for more information, please email lafomow@gmail.com SINGLES CLUB By Carol Corley If you are in Lake Ashton on your own, you might consider looking into the Singles Club. A good way to find out about us would be to come to one of our monthly meetings — the next meeting will be Sunday, February 4 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The January meeting had a good turnout, and after the meeting we played cards and games until 4, then went out to dinner (locations vary). We do other activities together, also, like occasionally going to Theatre Winter Haven, out to dinner, or sitting together at club parties and dances. We also have a get-together at the Pavilion on the Third Thursday of most months. We share appetizers and bring something to drink. So please consider coming to our monthly meeting. If that date doesn’t work for you, we also play cards every Sunday at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. If that room is in use, we have the Card Room. Once cards are finished at 4., we go out for dinner. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The Lake Ashton Camera Club will be meeting on Monday, February 12 in the Cinema at 10:30 am. At the January meeting we enjoyed a presentation by guest speaker Reinier Munguia on landscape photography. This month the topic will be utilizing photographs to create greeting cards presented by Pam Klawinski. Members will also share photographs with the group to discuss and enjoy. Remember to bring your photos on a USB drive. The club is open to all LA residents that enjoy photography. 37

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting February 1 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 6 to 6:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson General meeting will start at 6:30. The speaker will be Terrye Howell, former member of the Lake Wales City Commission, to discuss the importance of completion of the Lake Wales Envisioned and Lake Wales Connected Plans. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Kristy McKibben The February 28 meeting will feature Anders W. Edwardsson, author of “Radical Betrayal: How Liberals & Neoconservatives Are Wrecking American Exceptionalism.” Born in Sweden, Anders earned an M.A. in History and a Ph.D. in Politics. He has written three books on political history, and works as a political commentator and syndicated columnist. He lives outside Tampa. You must attend this meeting to learn the important history behind the book’s title. Check-in begins at 3:30 pm and program begins at 4 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Contact: Linda Sandel 863.368.0699 GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club met on January 10. A TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 presentation on houseplants was lead by Rhonda Lindon Hammon. Panel members supporting the topic were Kathie Eustice and Pam Klawinski. Sil Wells gave a demonstration on repotting plants using a more simplistic and less hassle method. Members attending took home information on the best practices and also participated in solving problems. The club will tour Bok Tower instead of meeting in the Pavilion on February 14. Anyone wishing to go should contact Lynn Davis at crladavis@aol.com as soon as possible. Some members have extra guest passes and carpooling will be available. Sil Wells will lead the tour. Sil is a volunteer at Bok and has given tours before. Please come and support the Garden Club on Wednesday, April 10 as the third annual silent auction/garden sale will be held at 10 am. The club does not collect dues. This is its main fundraiser. Monies collected go towards speakers in which all residents are welcomed to attend. Other purchases, but not limited to are: replenishing existing garden beds and numerous supplies. Anyone interested in donating plants, pots or miscellaneous garden items please email Lynn Davis. FRIENDLY BOCCE GROUP By Stephanie Iszak The Friendly Bocce Group would like to invite all Lake Ashton residents to come out on Mondays and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm to play some fun games of Bocce Ball and see the “new” courts. No experience is required. Our first social of the year was in January. The potluck was a huge success with a lot of food and fun and laughter. Our group also has the Bocce courts reserved for the first and third Fridays for the 2024 season from 4 to 6 pm for tailgate parties. Bring your drinks and an appetizer to share.

This is a great opportunity to socialize and play some games. The Yearly Tournament is scheduled for March 16, limited to sixteen teams, and dinner will be held at Charm City. Jim Weaver has agreed to sponsor the tournament for another year. More information regarding the tournament will be forthcoming. All information for the LA Friendly Bocce Group will be disseminated via "Talk of Lake Ashton" (TOLA) on Facebook, Lake Ashton Friendly Bocce on Facebook, emails, email blasts, and in the LA Times. Any questions please contact Stephanie Iszak at 609-980-9505 or at siszak@comcast.net or Tammy Shields at 863-632-2024 or tammy.shields1221@gmail.com. Looking forward to having many new Friendly Bocce players. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White All LASC members are doing a good job of working off holiday calories. Some swim 4 or more times a week, and some even swim as early as 5:30am. We are excited that some new swimmers are participating in the club's 100+ mile swim challenge. All are welcome to participate. Simply track your laps on the log in the hallway by the fitness area restrooms. Some swimmers, including the two pictured, are gearing up for the annual Polk Co. Senior Games swim meet, which will be March 2-3 at the Lakeland YMCA indoor pool. The deadline to enter the Games is quickly approaching - February 9. You can register by obtaining a registration book from Coach Sandy or calling the Senior Games office at 863-533-0055. Many thanks to resident Tom Knapp for repairing the digital wall clock! It is valuable to LASC members as well as the water exercise classes. LA PICKLEBALL CLUB By Mark McDuff The Lake Ashton Pickleball Association (LAPA) is comprised of residents who enjoy pickleball, from Beginners to Advanced. LAPA is a great way to connect with other players while making pickleball more fun. Here are a few things LAPA does: • Supply balls to all courts • Coordinate Training Clinics, Mixer Tournaments, and Social Events • Represent the members to the CDD • Purchase essential items that go beyond the CDD’s responsibility • Manage league teams that compete with neighboring communities • Post playing time schedules and other useful information on the bulletin board outside the courts Membership forms and a submission box are located at the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Offices.The cost is $12 for January through December. If you sign up after January the fee is prorated by $1 per month. For example, $9 if your membership starts in April. Join us for another year of pickleball fun! DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh You do NOT have to have a family member who has served in the military. Come see for yourself. I am happy to report that the LAVA Auxiliary donated $7,500 to Canine Partners for Patriots and $5,000 to Soldiers Freedom for Outdoors. Upcoming Event: Craft Fair October 2024. We are accepting vendor applications for the 2024 Craft Fair, so submit your applications early. You can obtain your application and Craft Fair packet from Sheila at the Clubhouse. Her office is directly across from the Activities Office. Dues were collected at the January meeting. If you were unable to attend this meeting, please refer to Lynne’s email. Her address is on the form that was emailed to members. God Bless America, our Troops and Veterans! A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged by contacting Don Fuller at 863-324-2255. Winners: December 18: North-South 1st Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; 2nd James Ford & Don Fuller; 3rd Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson; East-West 1st Marge Kniat & Judy Robertson; 2nd Howard Mayne & Jeff Wilkinson; 3rd Jeannine Connors & Dee Mayne January 8: North-South 1st Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 2nd James Ford & Don Fuller; 3rd Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; East –West 1st Nancy Golding & Cheryl Tillman; 2nd Dana Griffiths & Marge Kniat; 3rd Sonny Robinson & Patricia Foster January 15: 1st Sonny Robinson & Patricia Foster; 2nd Graham Littlahales & Tom Fleming; 3rd James Ford & Marian Oshinsky; 4th Nelda Sedlacek & Lois Dole LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The LAVA Auxiliary Meeting will meet on February 21 at 6:30 pm in the Ballroom close to the stage. I have been a member of the Auxiliary for 8 years. My experience during that time is WOW! The meeting attendees are filled with smiles and eagerness to help our veterans who have given so much so that we can have the freedoms we experience each day. 41 LA ROCKERS By Annie Lutz LA Rockers is a wonderful group of residents that spreads acts of kindness to our LA Community. You never know how a small painted rock can change someone’s day, outlook, or even their life. It’s about sharing a little message of encouragement to someone who needs it. It’s about bringing smiles to our neighbors. It’s about welcoming new neighbors. The group has been busy painting rocks for the latest group challenge. Each LA Rocker has been challenged to paint 6 themed rocks so be on the lookout for all those new hidden rocks! Please post a photo of your finds on Talk of Lake Ashton’s (TOLA) Facebook page. LA Rockers meet in the HFC Community Center from 2 to 4 on the first and third Wednesday of the month. The first Wednesday is for current members to learn new skills and techniques. The third Wednesday is a “Free Paint” session where newcomers are welcome to join the group. Come give the group a try! You don’t need to be an artist to create a beautiful rock. There are lots of ways to paint and the group is always happy to share tips and techniques. Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session. It’s very important to contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before their first meeting so that supplies can be provided.

ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda All of you with Italian heritage are welcome to join us on February 15 at 6 pm at the HFC for our monthly potluck. The cost is $1 each to cover expenses. Please bring a dish to share (desserts are taken care of) and a beverage of your choice. Tickets will be on sale for the dance March 1 at the HFC for $10 each. Happy Days band will be playing from 7 to 10 pm. This event is open to everyone in Lake Ashton. For tickets contact Joe D’Herin (313-407-8286), Doug Olympia (845-275-8468) or Susie Escoda (863-206-6566). MN, ND, & SD STATE PARTY By Mark Rath It is almost here! Please join your fellow Minnesotans, North and South Dakotans for a Potluck on Sunday February 18 from 5 to 8 pm at the HFC. Bring a dish to share that serves eight (please mark your dish), and don't forget serving utensils. Coffee and water will be provided, or bring your own favorite beverage. RSVP to StatepartyatLE@gmail.com by February 10 or call 952-797-4597 with questions. Come meet new people, enjoy a great potluck and have some fun! LA BELLES By Patti Bergstrom As Bruce Springsteen sings it so well - we are going to "Glory Days" for the February LA Belles Luncheon on Wednesday, February 28 at noon. Their address is 6005 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven. The telephone number to check their specials for the day are 863-496-6122. Please register the first of the month on TicketLeap as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please call Patti at 740-624-6903. Let's celebrate Valentine's month together! Hostesses: Judy Mehal, Noreen Guy and Patti Bergstrom MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Nancy Sztanyo To all you Michiganders, Yoopers and Trolls! We are so excited for our upcoming Michigan Potluck on March 3 from 4 to 7 pm at the HFC. Lots of people, delicious food and even a little Michigan trivia. Sign up sheets will be located at both the Clubhouse and the HFC in January. $5/couple or $3/person (to help pay for the paper products needed). Please bring a dish that will feed 8-10 people and your own beverage This will be a fun filled event and we hope to see everyone from our Great Lakes State! Any questions - call or Nancy D’Herin 313.407.8283 or Diane Schrauben 517.668.0832. SANDY ’ S NYS GROUP By Joyce Notarnicola Greetings to all neighbors from New York! We are looking forward to seeing old and new friends over the coming year. Our monthly get-togethers will be mostly held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on the third Friday of the month at 6:30 pm with some changes made due to availability of the Ballroom. The February event will feature pizza, salad & dessert in the Pavilion on February 7 at 6 pm (cost for pizza TBD, let us know in the facebook group or by email if you can bring a salad or dessert). Many of you know that our group's founder, Sandra Fritschi, passed away on December 20 after a long battle with cancer. In her honor, the group has been renamed "Sandy's NYS Group" and there will be a collection at the February dinner for the Lustgarten Foundation, an organization that does research for the treatment and cure of pancreatic cancer. Newbies: Please send your name, address in LA, phone number, email and where you’re from/live in NY to Deirdre Knapp - auntdeda@hotmail.com. Join us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 1770504486652589. Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday, February 7th for pizza at the Pavilion. GENEALOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The next meeting of the genealogy club will be Wednesday, February 14 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Come join the fun while we look for our elusive ancestors and help each other answer our questions. For more information, call Jane at 815-545-6655. How AI is Making Financial Fraud Harder to Spot As we continue to navigate the digital era, the technological advancements of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have impacted many industries, most notably finance and banking However, with the development of AI comes a problem: AI is making financial fraud harder to spot. Financial fraud has been a nuisance to the global economy, draining businesses of money annually. Traditionally, fraud has been fought using standard detection systems and manual fraud analysis. However, traditional approaches to combat fraud must be revised as fraudsters become more sophisticated, leveraging AI to perpetrate malicious deeds. They have ushered in an era of “intelligent fraud,” which is now more complex to detect and prevent. Machine learning (ML), a subset of AI, is a critical feature that fuels this complexity. Fraudsters deploy machine learning algorithms to understand and exploit patterns in data, facilitating the creation of new fraud techniques. Consequently, while financial institutions race to incorporate AI to help prevent fraud, online fraudsters use these same systems to accomplish their schemes at an alarming rate, making financial fraud harder to spot. Another harmful aspect of AI is the concept of deepfakes, a sophisticated AI application that creates counterfeit audio and videos that seem real. Hackers and fraudsters can now manipulate data to validate fraudulent transactions. They use these deepfakes to imitate voices on the phone or foster fake video conferences, duping authorized personnel to validate transactions illegitimately. This escalating sophistication of financial fraud exemplifies a “moving-target defense.” Fraudsters relentlessly adapt their tactics, forcing businesses and banks to continually adjust their fraud detection models, which, in turn, slows down the detection process, allowing fraudsters more time to prepare their schemes. The repercussions of AI-driven fraud extend beyond the immediate monetary losses. There are substantial costs related to reputation, customer trust, and regulatory compliance. Trust-based business relationships can be eroded due to these fraud incidents, leading to indirect losses that result in direct financial losses. Despite the growing complexity of spotting financial fraud, a silver lining exists. AI and machine learning technologies are diverse and flexible enough to be used by financial institutions to combat these advancing fraud techniques. For instance, AI can help to identify unusual patterns or anomalies in transactions that may signal fraudulent activities. It can delve into large amounts of data in realtime, improving the speed and accuracy of detecting fraudulent transactions. Additionally, AI can be trained to flag suspected deepfakes based on inconsistencies in the simulated audio or video files. While AI has increased the difficulty of spotting financial fraud, continuous deployment of proper AI measures, increased collaboration, and the evolution of fraud detection models can tilt the scales in favor of financial operations. SWG 3112572-1023b The sources used to prepare this material are believed to be true, accurate and reliable, but are not guaranteed. This information is provided as general information and is not intended to be specific financial or tax guidance. When you access a link you are leaving our website and assume total responsibility for your use of the website you are linking to. We make no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at this website. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, websites, information and programs made available through this website. Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident 99 6th St SW Suite 109 Winter Haven FL 33880 43 Questions? Scan this QR code to book a 15-minute appointment.

GOLF LAMGA By David Kubissa The 2024 season teed off on January 3 with a Pick-Your-Partner two-player, best-ball game followed by a buffet luncheon at the Eagle’s Nest. It was the first golf-luncheon combination that the league plans to repeat throughout the year. As of this writing, 143 players had enrolled in the men’s league, with more expected as winter residents return to Lake Ashton. If you are reading this article and are new to the community, you may sign up to join LAMGA at the pro shop during business hours. Membership applications are available there or online on the LAMGA web page at LakeAshtonLiving.com. Dues for the season – Jan. 1 through Dec. 31 -- are $25. For more information about LAMGA and the schedule of upcoming weekly games, go to the league’s web page where you also will find a list of local businesses and services that sponsor the league. Their support is invaluable to sustaining LAMGA events. In addition to the kickoff of the season, January held significant importance to league members because it is the month when they could sign up for the annual LAMGA Member-Guest Tournament that takes place this year on March 7, 8 and 9. LAMGA board members spent the month processing tournament applications, lining up sponsors, planning activities and selecting merchandise that goes into the gift bags provided each golfer. For a list of last year’s Member-Guest winners, check out the LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt received a gift card for $35 good at the Pro Shop or Eagles Nest. Congratulations Red Team and to Mary Lou Wheat and her committee on a successful event. The 2024 Club Member Ringer Tournament is in the bag, and kudos to all those Niners that participated with the less than perfect weather conditions! Top winners included Snook/Lowry, Kramer/Alvaro, and Reardon/Lopez. Additional winners were Butch/Bothwell, and Anderson/ Buie who also were the most improved! Congrats! The Niners Pick-Your-Partner ringer tournament is coming up February 19th-20th with lunch following on Wednesday. Always a fun event – watch for the sign-up sheets! As the golf season is in full swing (pun intended), please remember to play ready golf, keep practice swings to a minimum, score the hole at the next tee-box (not at the green), and ALWAYS HAVE FUN! Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Beverly Hines February is the month of love and LALGA members love golf. The Solheim Cup 2-Day Golf Tournament was held January 15 and 16. The format was match play with a partner. Blue Team played the Red Team with same partner for both days. Day 1 was best ball net of partners. Unfortunately, due to the weather conditions (rain) the second day was cancelled. Players arrived hoping to get finished playing the round, but the weather had other ideas. The good news was that lunch was still on so everyone regrouped at the Eagle’s Nest at noon for a delicious lunch of chicken tortilla soup and build your own chicken or beef taco salad bar. After lunch, Mary Lou Wheat, tournament chair, announced that according to the rules sent out prior to the tournament that due to inclement weather, the holes completed will be used to score the event, therefore, the Red Team won 34 to Blue 30. Each player on the Red Team The LALGA East vs West Tournament was held on January 30th. The format was partner match play with one bet net of partners determining the winning team. The LALGA Member/Member tournament is February 12 – 13 with the theme “18 Shades of Green”! The tournament is a pick your partner event. Partners dress for the theme. Lunch is served after the second day of play. To date our Red Hoagland challenge for members with the most winnings for the year is Liz Leigh in the lead followed by Doris Krogman, Kathy Reed and Bev Hines.

THE LAKE ASHTON PERFORMING ARTS CORPORATION PRESENTS THE 2024 SHOWCASE Changes Latitudes in MARCH 22 - 7:30 PM MARCH 23 - 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM Tickets go on sale February 20 at 8 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Premium: $25 Regular: $20 Extended intermission and ASL interpreters available at the Saturday matinee. See p. 28 for details.

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter January 2024 Resolve to be Simply Healthy in 2024! Let the Lake Ashton Lifestyle Help! see pgs. 34-37 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com Simply the Best!

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! 863-318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES February Issue Deadline: January 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO BY CAROLYN BISHOP JANUARY 2024 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com LW Homeowners Association (HOA) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org lakeashtonhoa.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. JANUARY 1 — NO MONDAY COFFEE. HAPPY NEW YEAR! JANUARY 8 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Woodworker's Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: Polk Senior Games and Central Florida Healthcare • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance, Edward Jones - Matt Simpson, ComForCare, The Havendale Food Pantry, Family Elder Law Central Florida Healthcare will be at Monday Coffee on January 8 offering FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS and FLU, TETANUS, and COVID VACCINES to residents free of charge with no insurance needed. Residents can also sign up for a primary care visit that will take place in their mobile unit in the Clubhouse west parking lot on January 17, meet the ARNP that will be here, and learn more about pharmacy options and other services that residents will have access to by way of golf cart! JANUARY 15 & JANUARY 22 — NO MONDAY COFFEE JANUARY 29 • Featured Speaker: Lake Wales Family Recreation Center • Featured Vendors: AdventHealth, Living Water Boat Cruises, Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 12 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 MIND & BODY 34 CLUBS 38 GOLF 44 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD January 19, 9 am JOINT MEETING WITH LACDD TO FOLLOW AT 11 AM LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD January 22, 9 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm or by appointment HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HOLIDAY TRASH COLLECTION CHANGES Winter Haven residents will have their trash and recycling picked up on Tuesday, January 2 and Lake Wales residents will have their trash and recycling picked up on Saturday, January 6. MOST FESTIVE DRESSED CONTEST AT MONDAY COFFEE Pictured above left to right: Dot Walck, George Pollock, and Diane Klikas! NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: January 10 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE January 10 and 24, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot HOLIDAY CLOS INGS The Clubhouse Offices will be closed Monday, January 1 and Tuesday, January 2 in observance of the New Year. The HFC Offices will be closed Monday, January 1. The Clubhouse Offices will be closed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 15. 5 ADDITIONAL SECURITY FEATURES COMING SOON Thank you to the over 1,550 residents that have completed the resident information form online. This will assist staff in creating the database that will be used to issue amenity access cards and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) barcodes for resident vehicles. There have been many questions regarding this system and Supervisors and staff are here to help during this transition. Informational sessions are being scheduled — please stay tuned to email blasts for information on dates. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to return emails and phone calls from residents with questions on this new system.

did to make sure our less fortunate Lake Wales and Winter Haven area neighbors enjoyed their holiday. We made several trips with our car loaded with more gifts than Santa's sleigh. SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY CLUBS, GROUPS, AND ORGANI ZATIONS BE A SANTA TO A SENIOR By Kathy Jusaites On behalf of Home Instead of Winter Haven, a great big thank you for your generosity and participation in our Be A Santa to a Senior program. Thanks to those who participated , we were able to provide gifts to over 50 seniors living in our local facilities. Another successful year! THANK YOU, LAKE ASHTON! By Fred Halde You did it again, Lake Ashton! When the call went out from Toys for Tots, you responded just like you always have. However, this time was different, in that you not only gave a mountain of toys, but you provided a treasure of cash, which enabled TFT to purchase special gifts which are requested. I was proud of our community to show up about every third day at the warehouse and say, “These are from Lake Ashton!” After a while, I didn’t have to say anything…they just knew. So thank you Lake Ashton for your generosity, from Toys for Tots, Rotary on the Ridge, myself and a whole lot of smiling children. You did it again!! CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock We want to give everyone at Lake Ashton a great big THANK YOU for all of your donations to the Lake Wales Caring Tree. The Care Center Is extremely happy with Lake Ashton for all we 6 Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Office to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the club, group, or organization they are trying to join. All clubs, groups, and organizations are open to every resident. Staff always encourages residents to become more involved in community activities designed to benefit the body, mind, and spirit and with the support of the many club, group, and organization facilitators this will be possible for everyone. Supervisors and staff would like to extend a special thank you to all the club, group, and organization facilitators. These are all volunteers that work very hard to ensure there is a robust activities schedule for all residents to enjoy. Lake Ashton is lucky to have a large number of residents willing to volunteer their time in one way or another for everyone to live their best retired life. Be sure to thank a volunteer when you see them! Thank You The family of Ron McDonnell would like to thank all the friends and neighbors who were so kind and supportive during his illness, especially the Scalis, Pritchards, Geyers and Wagners. The visits, calls, texts and meals were very much appreciated and proved why Ron loved living in Lake Ashton so much. A celebration of his life will take place at the Eagles Nest on Sunday, February 4 at 3 pm. JOINT AMENITY FACILITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Showcase Series By Brenda Jackson ALCOHOL: All persons must be at least twentyone (21) years of age to consume alcohol at any Amenity Facility, and must do so in a responsible manner. In regards to LACDD’s Clubhouse: When there is a liquor license holder registered with the State of Florida to serve alcoholic beverages at 4141 Ashton Club Drive, Lake Wales, Florida alcohol may not be brought into the Clubhouse, adjoining outdoor patio, or any other outdoor amenities at any time (the Pavilion is the only exemption with prior approval from the Amenity Manager) All alcoholic beverages must be purchased through the holder of the liquor license registered with the State of Florida.. Any registered holder of said liquor license shall be required to provide the Amenity Manager with an applicable certificate of insurance naming the District as an additional named insured. IF THERE ISN’T A LIQUOR LICENSE HOLDER AT THE CLUBHOUSE If there isn’t a liquor license holder registered with the State of Florida to serve alcoholic beverages at the Clubhouse, the Clubhouse Amenity Manager may approve consumption of alcohol for events held in the Clubhouse. Alcoholic beverage service, if approved, shall only be obtained through a service licensed to serve alcoholic beverages. Such service will be required to provide the Amenity Manager with a certificate of insurance, naming the District as an additional insured party. The Amenity Manager may approve alcohol to be brought in for personal consumption for community events. In regards to LA II CDD’s HFC Community Center: The HFC Community Center Amenity Manager may approve consumption of alcohol for events held at the Community Center by a vendor who is in possession of a valid liquor license and proof of insurance. See Section XI (vi) regarding the HFC Community Center herein for more specific information regarding alcohol at the HFC Community Center. 7 Meet Brittany White! Brittany lives in Lakeland with her children, Zayden (4) and Zynlee (2) who are the loves of her life. When not at Charm City you can find her at Walk On’s Sports Bar in Lakeland. What do you like most about working here in LA? “I would have to say the residents. I live in Lakeland and I wouldn’t drive this far if it weren’t for the residents and the connections I have made and continue to make. I look forward to every day to joke with the residents and making them smile.” What is the biggest challenge right now? “Getting the business to grow. Finding what works and what doesn’t to bring more residents in. The events we’ve held have been great and successful and we are happy with the resident response to them. But we still have room to grow.” What would you like the residents to know about you? “I started with Nik back in 2018 with his food truck business. While he has taught me a lot, the most crucial thing he has taught me is the importance of customer service. Customer service is what drives customers back to you every time. I strive to excel at my customer service. It is very important to me that our customers are happy not only with their food and drinks but with their service and can feel the ‘charm” of Charm City.” The full amenity facilities policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. Questions? Contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com).

LEARN ABOUT LAKEASHTONLIVING.COM By Iris Realmuto Discover how to navigate the features of LakeAshtonLiving.com. This website is a tool for residents to better connect with the community. Come to the Clubhouse Cinema at 10:30am on either January 15 or February 19 and learn all about the features of the website including: • Resident directory • Marketplace • Event calendar • Ticket sales & signups • CDD, HOA, club, and activity information • Resource listing of service providers and restaurants • Discussion groups Iris Realmuto will provide insight into what’s available to Lake Ashton residents and answer all your questions. Starting January 8, resident photographs that placed in the 2023 Fine Arts and Photography Show will be available to view in the Clubhouse Main Hallway. In February additional artists from the 2023 winners circle will be featured. Don't forget to save the date for the 2024 Fine Arts and Photography Show on Saturday, March 9. Each month a featured artist or group of artists will have their work displayed in this area. Stop by to see what's new! LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and more. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC. 8 LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Welcome to 2024! This is the perfect time to leave things in the past and take on new challenges to continue a path of selfimprovement. Mix it up in 2024 and try sitting at a new table at Monday Coffee or at one of the many social gatherings and events. The Community Social Potlucks are a great way to meet new people. Many new residents moved to Lake Ashton in 2023, so reach out to new faces and welcome new neighbors. The LACDD Board of Supervisors and staff were busy in 2023 with many projects completed including: • Pressure washing the curbing and pavers on Lake Ashton Blvd • Several pavement and curbing repairs throughout the community • Replacement of AED units • Refurbishment of the Card Room, Media Center, Bowling Alley, and Pool/Spa area • Replacement of the Restaurant Patio Awning • Installation of a handicap door opener at the Clubhouse east entrance • Installation of new gate arms and operators at the Thompson Nursery Road Entrance • Replaced the panic bar system at both sets of Lobby doors • Pressure washing and sealing of the bridges • Two new treadmills were purchased • Refurbishment of landscaping on Lake Ashton Blvd, the west parking lot, east pool entrance, and voting entrance • Lake Ashton shoreline stabilization behind the Clubhouse and pathway repairs • Bocce Ball Courts were refurbished Other smaller projects include replacement of water fountains, conversion of Shuffleboard lighting, painting, pressure washing, replacement of gutters and downspouts, and more. LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours After Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom Other things that happened in 2023 include: •The introduction of a digital screen in the Lobby and online ticketing/ signups •The hiring of an additional maintenance employee •Charm City signed a lease agreement to operate the Clubhouse Restaurant •Facility staff took over maintenance of the outdoor pool and became CPO certified •The Clubhouse phone system was converted resulting in a savings of approximately $200 per month •The contract for landscaping was revised saving the District $472 per month Supervisors and Staff would like to thank residents for their patience during the refurbishment projects and the transition from manual to digital processes. In addition we would like to thank all the Activities Desk, Media Center, and Bowling Alley volunteers, Garden Club facilitator, and everyone else who helped with these projects. They all embraced change with grace and an open mind and we are grateful for their dedication to Lake Ashton. We wish everyone a very Happy New Year full of health, happiness, and peace! 9

LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com Happy New Year 2024 from the Lake Ashton II CDD Board and Staff! We are excited and ready to start the year with lots of exciting events! The Holiday Classic Cornhole Tournament of 2023 was held in December. As usual, the competition was fierce. The first place winner was Team Popcorn (Ted Harmon and Ervin Konrad, top right). Second place was secured by Team Shields X2 (Robbie and Tammy Shields, bottom right). The field of competitors was large, as this fun sport has gained much popularity here in Lake Ashton. 2023 was ushered out at the Health and Fitness Center with a gala New Year’s Eve Party featuring a 12-piece band. It was a sold-out event that was enjoyed by all! We are featuring new bands this year, starting with the Free Whiskey Band, appearing from 7 to 10 pm on January 12th. A Health Expo will be held at the HFC on January 26th, from 9 am to noon. Many vendors will be available to address your health care needs. Looking ahead to February, there will be a Sock Hop, on February 2nd, featuring the 57 Chrome Band, from 7 to 10 pm. This event will be a fundraiser for Alzheimer's Research. So dust off your saddle shoes and come on over to the HFC to support this important cause. A new entertainment offering of a Magic Show will take place on February 9 at 2 pm. Come on out and experience some magic and illusions at the HFC! The deadline for registration for the new gate access system Radio Frequency Identification tags (RFID) was December 29, 2023. However, if you did not have the opportunity to do so, you may still register at the HFC or Clubhouse. This program replaces the outdated clicker system and will enhance the security of our community. Again, we are excited to bring many more activities and programs to the HFC in 2024 that we are sure our residents will enjoy--hope to see you there! 10 EAL RO PAVER SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 Before Restoring & Sealing Pavers sealproorlando@gmail.com Aſter Restoring & Sealing Pavers Benefits of Restoring and Sealing Pavers with Polymeric Sand • Inhibits weeds and grass in joints. • Reduces moss growth. • Deters ants and other insects. • Prevents loss of sand in joints. • Helps repel oil, grease, grime and stains. • Easier routine cleaning, enhances color, texture and brightness. • Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions. • Keeps the under base materials dry to prevent pavers from sinking and dipping. Patios & Walkways Benefits of Proper Drainage Installing Channel Drains • Removes water from flooded low areas where water accumulates causing weeds, mildew and mold growth. • Keeps entire paver area looking consistent without stains or permanent embedded darkening in pavers. • Prevents water entering pool or other unwanted areas. Avoids slip areas from forming. • Directs water in correct direction allowing drains to stay washed and functional. • Paver Installation • Pressure Washing • Travertine Sealing • Paver Repair • Polymeric Sanding Installing Channel Drain Steps for Sealing 1-2-3 1 Commercial pressure wash removing dirt, mold, mildew, weeds and contaminates. 2 Re-sand with polymeric sand locking deep inside joints. 3 Heavy multi-application of sealer to renew the original look of newly installed pavers (color added in sealer optional). FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 sealpr oorlando@gmail.c om CONTACT KALEB TODAY AT 863.272.0746 TO GET A FREE ESTIMATE! Repair Low Areas & Root Liſt Stress Areas • Extend Driveways/Walkways • Install New Walkways, Patios & Planter Walls

L.A. LOOKS Central Native Plants of Florida By Lynn Davis The Native Florida ornamental shrub, wild coffee (Rubiaceae), isn’t the coffee you’d drink at WHAT IS THE "LITTORAL SHELF" AND WHAT MAKES IT SIGNIFICANT? The portion of the perimeter of a pond that slopes down is called the littoral area. It's also known as the shallow area close to Starbucks. It tastes musty. Some people have used the abundant seeds as a substitute for decaffeinated coffee. Beware! The plant is toxic to humans and pets. Approach brewing the seeds with caution. The shrub is mainly used as a specimen plant in borders, mass plantings or the main focus in your landscaping. The Wild Coffee shrub has shiny dark green leaves. It blooms a white showy cluster of flowers in Spring and Summer. The red fruits appear in late summer or early fall. Birds and other pollinators frequent this shrub. The shrub’s height is anywhere from 6-10ft. It spreads to 4 or 6 ft. Why plant wild coffee in your yard? This shrub is drought tolerant and prefers shade or partial shade. It strangely does not do well in full sun. You’ll love watching for birds, bees and other wildlife in your yard. Just don’t give up your favorite brew! Wild coffee can be found at any Native Plant Nursery. the shore. The littoral shelf looks like a small wetland when it is healthy. A lot of natural aquatic plants, like Bulrush, Pickerel Weed, and Duck Potato, do well in these places. The littoral shelf has many benefits, such as better water quality because it supports beneficial species that consume the nutrients that help algae and invasive aquatic weeds grow. The shelf also filters the water before it leaves the pond through a flow structure and helps to keep the shoreline in place, which reduces erosion. Behind Limerick Drive and behind Litchfield Loop, you can find littoral shelfs in Lake Ashton. The picture shows that Sandhill Cranes love to build their nests in the littoral shelf behind Limerick Drive. Email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com if you have any questions or concerns. SHORELINE RESTORATION PROJ ECT COMPLETE The shoreline restoration project on Lake Ashton, behind the Clubhouse, is complete. Here are pictures from start to finish of the project. LA (LW) CDD Supervisors approved this project in September 2023 to battle severe erosion in the area. Thank you for your patience with closures during construction. 12 Simplifying Your Life 863.875.5600 www.performancegolfcarts.com GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Gp GOLF CARTS, PARTS AND ACCESSORIES UNBEATABLE BATTERY PRICES Includes Free Pick Up and Delivery, Professional Installation, Always FREE Pick Up and Delivery 3YEARBumpertoBumper Warranty on New Golf Carts Shop all of our new, used, and refurbished golf carts online 24/7 New 2023 Models Non commissioned sales team here to help you Huge selection of colors and styles Multiple brands and features to choose from From the beginning we set out to be the simplest golf cart company you have ever dealt with. Our straight forward, honest, and up front approach over the years has been our recipe for success. Always offering unmatched guarantees, unmatched value, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Please allow us the opportunity to show you the difference, please stop by and meet our team or give us a call today! 1051 US Highway 92 W Auburndale, FL 33823 (Across from the Auburndale Flea Market ) 13

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer help keep LA a premier 55+ community. Interested members should email president@lakeashtonhoa.org or admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. The Red-winged Blackbird, a Mark your calendars, the HOA Annual Meeting will be held February 25, 2024 in the Clubhouse ballroom. More information will be posted and sent out as we draw closer to the date. common year-round resident of Lake Ashton, is one of the most ubiquitous of all the birds in North America, found even in Alaska. They are a welcome sight to any who have just moved to Florida. This is one of many birds where the name is an accurate descriptor. The bright red epaulets are obvious against a glossy ebony body. These are bordered below with yellow, but are often concealed when perched. This bold gregarious species is usually found perched in a marsh, but can also be seen ushering a Red-shouldered Hawk away from its nesting area. The Red-winged Blackbird's loud and familiar song "Kong-ka-ree" rings out as the males deftly show their bright red shoulder patches hoping attract a mate in spring. The females and young (right) often confuse observers because they look more like an oversized sparrow. They can be found in immense flocks in winter. LA (LW) HOA CORNER By Brenda Jackson If you haven’t already, please register for the HOA website for Lake Wales residents at lakeashtonhoa.org or engage.goenumerate.com. This is our official HOA website. If we have your email, you should have received an invite to register. Please register to ensure you receive all communications and information to keep you in the know. Haven’t received an email? Need assistance, or didn’t receive an email? Email admin@lakeashtonhoa.org or call 863-325-0065 and leave a message indicating you need help in registering for the website and provide your name, address and email so we can reach out to you and update your user profile. Interested in putting your talents to work? Your HOA Board has 2 seats expiring in 2024. This is your opportunity to make a difference, meet neighbors, and 14 2024 assessments have been approved and remain at $60 for 2024. A statement will be mailed out in January from Enumerate and will provide instructions of how to submit your payment and the due date. Like paying electronically? Guess what you can! Once registered on the website (engage.goenumerate.com or lakeashtonhoa.com) you will see “Make a Payment” on the home page under MY ACCOUNT. LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Marti Schmidt, President & Treasurer treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • John Leale, Vice President vicepresident2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Harold Jackson secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Bob Prowant manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Greg Bluemke arc@lakeashtonhoa.org LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Dave Bishop, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • James Akridge, Vice President/HOA Liaison vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Claude Browne, Secretary secretaryla2@outlook.com • Bill Martin, Vice President & Assistant Treasurer vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Connie Strassberg, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com 15

SAFETY SPECIAL RESTAURANT ADVERTISING SECTION ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. CHERRY POCKET STEAK N SEAFOOD SHAK 3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales FL 33898 (863) 439-2031, cherrypocket.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. We offer Indoor & Outdoor Seating, Pick-Up, & Delivery THE CROOKED BASS GRILL & TAVERN 1010 N. Scenic Hwy., Babson Park, FL 33827 (863) 589-5887, crookedbass.com Hours: Mon - Thurs 11:30 am-8 pm; Fri & Sat 11:30 am-9 pm; Sun 12-7 pm We serve delicious Seafood, Steaks (including Prime Rib), Burgers, Pizza, Salads, Chicken, Pork Chops, Pasta, Wings, AYCE Specials & a Full Liquor Bar. OVATION BISTRO & BAR Locations in Winter Haven, Lakeland & Davenport ovationbistro.com Offer 1: Free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of 2 entrees/drinks Offer 2: $10 off the purchase of $60 or more Offer 3: Lake Ashton Residents get a free glass of house wine, beer or cocktail with any purchase. Bring this coupon to redeem. 911 — remember, every second counts. There is an outdoor emergency phone near the East entrance gate of the Clubhouse, next to the large pool rules sign. This emergency phone can be used by anyone to contact 911 responders. The phone has a single push button, and an attendant will answer the call within 30 seconds to dispatch emergency responders. All dispatchers are CPR certified to assist with emergencies over the phone until help arrives. The emergency phone allows for automatic identification of the Lake Ashton Clubhouse address. There is also an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid kit located next to the restrooms across from the Restaurant in the Clubhouse, in the HFC Community Center, in the Hallway near the HFC Fitness Center, as well as on both roving patrol carts. It is important to receive training on use of an AED in the event of an emergency. AED and CPR training is offered at various times throughout the year and all residents are encouraged to take advantage of this life-saving training without having to leave the community. The next training opportunity will be on February 13 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. If you need help locating these lifesaving items, please ask a Clubhouse or HFC staff member. INCIDENTS AT THE AMENITIES IN CASE OF EMERGENCY No one plans on an emergency occurring while enjoying themselves at Lake Ashton, but should one happen, there are various emergency assistance items located throughout the Clubhouse and HFC that can help. The first step should always be to call 16 Any incident that occurs at the Clubhouse, HFC, or surrounding amenities should be reported to Security AFTER calling 911, if needed. Security is available 24 hours a day (see phone numbers on page 3). If reporting the incident at time of occurrence is not possible, please contact Sheila Moreland, 863-324-5457, as soon as you are able. It is important to document any incident, whether a substantial injury or a minor bruise. The process takes only about five minutes, and the information gathered is helpful in identifying potential areas that need attention.

WILDLIFE ALERT Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Even though the weather might be cooling down, those who live near lakes and ponds should still expect to see alligators from time to time. Remember - never feed or approach an alligator. If you encounter an aggressive alligator, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 1-866-FWC-GATOR (392-4286). Alligators under 4 feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. As long as residents have a healthy respect for wildlife, including alligators, there are opportunities to live and let live. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison Visit the NW table at the upcoming LAVA Auxiliary Tag Sale (Community Garage Sale) on January 20, 2024 from 9AM-2PM at the Clubhouse. Come check out the NW Super Raffle. You just might be a winner! Join us at Monday morning coffee on February 12, 2024 to hear both Lake Wales and Winter Haven police chiefs update us on what is happening in both our cities. If you have questions for our police chiefs, please submit your questions to Deputy Chief- Joan at tropicallassy@yahoo.com, no later than January 30, 2024. We are excited to announce NW is bringing back the Neighborhood Watch Night Out event on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Stay tuned for more information. February will see us continue our scam series, helping to keep you informed on the latest scams trying to separate us from our personal information and money. Your LA Neighborhood Watch Leadership wishes everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year. For questions/concerns, please contact Deputy Chief Joan Dibattista at 239.851.7899. Home Instead® Care Professionals can provide the care needed to ensure your loved one returns home safely . Call (863) 294-9141 or visit HomeInstead.com/333 FL Lic# 299994096 PERSONAL CARE | TRANSPORTATION | MEALS & NUTRITION | MEMORY CARE Each Home Instead® office is an independently owned and operated franchise of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company. © 2022 Home Instead, Inc. 18 19

MOVI ES JANUARY 3 — 4 (NO MOVIES JANUARY 2) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM BARBIE 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 54MIN Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans. JANUARY 9 — 11 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE FAMILY PLAN 2023 | PG | 1H 32MIN Dan Morgan (Mark Wahlberg) loves his quiet suburban life as a devoted husband, father of three and successful car salesman. But that's only half the story. Decades earlier, he was an elite government assassin tasked with eliminating the world's deadliest threats. When enemies from his past track him down, Dan packs his unsuspecting wife (Michelle Monaghan), angsty teen daughter, pro-gamer teen son and adorable 10-month-old baby into their minivan and takes off on an impromptu cross-country road trip to Las Vegas. Determined to protect his family -- while treating them to the vacation of a lifetime -- Dan must put his long-dormant skills into action, without revealing his true identity. JANUARY 16-18 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS JANUARY 18) FINESTKIND 2023 | R | 2H 6MIN Two brothers (Ben Foster & Toby Wallace), raised in different worlds, are reunited as adults over a fateful summer. Set 18 against the backdrop of commercial fishing, the story takes on primal stakes when desperate circumstances force the brothers to strike a deal with a violent Boston crime gang. Along the way a young woman (Jenna Ortega) finds herself caught perilously in the middle. Sacrifices must be made and bonds between brothers, friends, lovers, and a father (Tommy Lee Jones) and his son are put to the ultimate test. JANUARY 23 - 25 (NO 11 AM SHOWING JANUARY 24) MR. MONK'S LAST CASE 2023 | PG | 1H 37MIN Monk (Tony Shalhoub), a brilliant detective with obsessive-compulsive disorder, returns to solve one last, very personal case involving his beloved stepdaughter Molly (Caitlin McGee), a journalist preparing for her wedding. JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 1 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS JANUARY 30) A GOOD PERSON 2023 | R | 2H 9MIN Daniel (Morgan Freeman) is brought together with Allison (Florence Pugh), the once thriving young woman with a bright future who was involved in an unimaginable tragedy that took his daughter's life. As grief-stricken Daniel navigates raising his teenage granddaughter and Allison seeks redemption, they discover that friendship, forgiveness, and hope can flourish in unlikely places. CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWINGS: ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 FEATURE FILM FRIDAYS — 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED JANUARY 5 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM THE PIGEON TUNNEL 2023 | PG-13 | 1HR 31MIN Academy A war d-winning documentarian Errol Morris pulls back the curtain on the storied life and career of former British spy David Cornwell -- better known as John le Carré, author of such classic espionage novels as The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and The Constant Gardener. Set against the turbulent backdrop of the Cold War leading into present day, the film spans six decades as le Carré delivers his final and most candid interview, punctuated with rare archival footage and dramatized vignettes. "The Pigeon Tunnel" is a deeply human and engaging exploration of le Carré's extraordinary journey and the paper-thin membrane between fact and fiction. JANUARY 12 AT 11 AM & 7 PM (NO 3 PM SHOWING) WINTER'S BONE 2010 | R | 1H 39MIN Faced with an unresponsive mother and a criminal father, Ozark teenager Ree Dolly (Jennifer Lawrence) does what she can to manage the household and take care of her two younger siblings. Informed by the sheriff that their father put their home up for bond and then disappeared, Ree sets out on a dangerous quest to find him. Her entire family's fate now in her hands, Ree challenges her outlaw kin's code of silence and risks her life to learn her father's fate. JANUARY 19 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM COLD MOUNTAIN 2003 | R | 2H 35MIN In this classic story of love and devotion set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, a wounded Confederate soldier named W.P. Inman (Jude Law) deserts his unit and travels across the South, aiming to return to his young wife, Ada (Nicole Kidman), who he left behind to tend their farm. As Inman makes his perilous journey home, Ada struggles to keep their home intact with the assistance of Ruby (Renée Zellweger), a mysterious drifter sent to help her by a kindly neighbor. January 19 Stop by the Ballroom Kitchen 30 minutes prior to the 11 am and 3 pm showings on this day only! JANUARY 26 AT 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION 1994 | R | 2H 22MIN Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) is sentenced to two consecutive life terms in prison for the murders of his wife and her lover and is sentenced to a tough prison. However, only Andy knows he didn't commit the crimes. While there, he forms a friendship with Red (Morgan Freeman), experiences brutality of prison life, adapts, helps the warden, etc., all in 19 years. GET A BAG OF FREE POPCORN!

EVENTS OUTDOOR MENORAH LIGHTING The annual outdoor Menorah Lighting, presented by the Chabad Jewish Center, was held on December 12. HOLIDAY GOLF CART PARADE By Carolyn Bishop The Holiday Golf Cart Parade was a big success once again this year. Over 30 golf carts, a few police cars, 5 clubs and organizations, and even a pontoon boat participated! Santa and Mrs. Claus and their two elves closed out the parade. Thank you to CERT and CAP for keeping us all safe and to the Parade committee for a great event. And let’s not forget the cookie donators that really showed up this year! CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE WRAP-UP By Debby Landgrebe A GREAT time was had by all at the annual LA Christmas Dinner Dance December 1. The theme was A Nutcracker Christmas and the Ballroom was transformed into a beautifully decorated evening highlighted with handmade 7’3.5“ tall nutcrackers made by Lynn Shelton and Debby & Don Landgrebe. The blessing was given by Kay & Jim Weaver. Charm City Catering provided food, and B. Haven entertained with fabulous dancing music. The dance floor was full as many danced the night away. A Nutcracker Christmas Dinner Dance was a success! Many THANKS to ALL Committee Members (Marsha, Julie & Greg, Gayle & Gene, Nicole, Peggy, Al, Don, Sil, Yvonne, RoseMarie, Terry, Tammy and Bernice) as well as our LA staff. Your enthusiasm, energy, time including decorating and clean up was invaluable. We can’t say THANK YOU enough. We hope others will join the committee for next year (contact Debby or Lynn). Many were involved in helping make the evening successful. THANK YOU to those that helped sponsor this resident directed event: Weaver & Loveless Law, Waters Edge, Morgan Stanley, EmpowerMe Rehabilitation, Charm City, SouthState Bank, Christine Graves Insurance, Global LifeStyle Real Estate, ComForCare Home Care, LA Realty, Arts Golf Carts and Huston Cadillac. 22 LA Cruise-In JANUARY 14 3 to 6 pm START YOUR ENGINES AND ROLL ON DOWN TO THE CLUBHOUSE WEST PARKING LOT FOR: • classic & modern cars • live music By UUN •    RU •  AAN  PRIZES AWARDED, INCLUDING CROWD FAVORITE! PARKING WILL ONL BE AVAILABLE IN THE EAST PARKING LOT. GOLF CART PARKING WILL BE IN THE CIRCLE DRIVE. SPONSORS PERFORANCE GOLF CARTS, WATERS EDGE, LUCAS WEALTH  RETIREENT

OVERFLOW PARKING ON THE BASKETBALL COURT The Basketball Court near the west parking by the Shuffleboard Courts is used as overflow parking for golf carts during special events. Signage will be placed at the entrance to the parking lot advising residents that there is additional golf cart parking on the Basketball Court. As always, residents are encouraged to car or cartpool to high capacity events at the amenities. When parking in the circular drive please find the urge to angle in and park with both tires touching the curb. HOW TO BE A GOOD AUDIENCE MEMBER AT SHOWS TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE Somehow the most obvious rule of good show etiquette is still the most often disregarded. Be present for the moment and turn your cell phone off or on silent. DON’T SEND TEXT MESSAGES DURING THE SHOW You may think you’re being incognito, but in a dark, the light from your cell phone screen is incredibly distracting to those around you. THERE IS NO PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEOING ALLOWED DURING PERFORMANCES This can be very distracting to the other people who are trying to watch the performance. Beyond that, it is distracting to the performers who are prepared to give you the best performance possible. Finally, it is illegal in many instances. The majority of most performance contracts strictly forbid the recording of a performance. It is possible you may be responsible for copyright infringement by recording a live production. DON’T BE THE MANNERS POLICE While it can be irritating when someone’s cell phone goes off during a show, what’s even worse is when the brief breach of etiquette is followed by a series of overreactions from other audience members. Annoyed “Tsks,” “Hmphs,” hisses, snarls, and shouts of “Turn it off!” along with glares can be just as distracting as the original disruption. DON’T TALK DURING THE SHOW A quick whisper to your neighbor, or an audible reaction to something interesting that happened on stage is fine, but keep conversations to after the show or during intermission. DON’T SING ALONG It’s tempting sometimes, we know, but it can be disturbing to those around you. There are a few exceptions to this rule, such as when the performers onstage actually prompt the audience to join in. DON’T FEEL LIKE YOU HAVE TO DRESS UP Although many residents usually dress up a bit, there is no dress code. TRY NOT TO FALL ASLEEP Your snoring may be taken as a protest of sorts, but generally it’s just disruptive to those around you. It’s also insulting to the hard-working performers up onstage. RESPECT THE SPACE AND COMFORT OF THOSE AROUND YOU Seating for the Entertainment Series can be tight, so sometimes a little elbow bumping can’t be helped. But you can practice good etiquette by taking care to not lean into your neighbor or intrude on other people’s already limited leg room. 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES at Lake Ashton JAN.30 MAR.6 JAN.18 FE 9B. INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ON SALE AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK OR ONLINE TICKETS ARE SOLD ONLY TO LAKE ASHTON RESIDENTS. LIMIT ONE TICKET PER RESIDENT. HAVE LAKE ASHTON PHOTO IDENTIFICATION ON HAND TO PURCHASE WITH MASTERCARD, VISA, OR CHECK PAYABLE TO LACDD. TICKETS CAN ONLY BE RESOLD TO LAKE ASHTON RESIDENTS. 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES SPONSOR: RHINESTONE COWGIRLS SOUL OF BROADWAY MODERN GENTLEMEN THE SHOWMAN starring FRANKIE SCINTA MAR.29 Services Offered: Asset Protection • Crisis Medicaid Planning Proactive Estate Planning • Probate & Trust Administration Special Needs Planning • VA Benefits Planning 25 JENENE CARAMIELO PRICES: 5 PM PREMIUM - $37 5 PM REGULAR - $32 8 PM PREMIUM - $42 8 PM REGULAR - $37 www.FamilyElderLaw.com Lake Wales (863) 676-8432 Sebring (863) 658-3506 Lakeland (863) 808-1740

SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. LAVA AUXILIARY TAG SALE By Donna Debnar TRIVIA By David Fix Join your neighbors for a fun time and a chance to win some cash on Sundays in the Clubhouse Ballroom! It’s only $1 to play, teams not required. Maximum of 8 per table. Bring your own snacks and drinks. Doors open at 6 pm and trivia begins at 7 on January 21 and January 28. KARAOKE Sing your heart out at Karaoke in the Ballroom on January 10! $5 tickets are available for purchase online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a Chili Cook-off Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 12, 2024 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. Residents can sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to cook chili or donate baked goods, which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets must be purchased in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LA Purple Stars; 12 tickets for $10, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili. Corn bread, water, and baked goods are cash sales; $1/ item. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. The L.A. Purple Stars is also having a Raffle at the Chili Cook-off in the Clubhouse Lobby on January 12 with gift baskets and gift certificates - $1 each or 6 for $5, 12 for $10. Tickets will also be sold at Monday Coffees in January. Participants do not need to be present to win! 26 The biannual Lake Ashton version of a garage sale will take place Saturday, January 20 in the Clubhouse ballroom from 9 am to 2 pm. Clean out your closets and drawers and rent a table space and bring your wares for sale. It’s a good time to make room for all those new holiday gifts. You can also donate items for sale. All proceeds benefit veterans. To reserve your space contact Donna (863-845-5275, djdebnar@gmail.com). Only Lake Ashton residents may purchase a table space but the sale will be open to the public. LAKE ASHTON CLUB FAIR Anyone interested in learning more about Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups or Organizations should attend this Expo on January 24 in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 10 am to 1 pm. Light refreshments provided. Register via the online link sent out via email blast. This is a great time to grow membership and attract new members whether you facilitate an exercise group, public safety group, sports activity, or arts and crafts group. Exhibitor space is limited so don’t wait to sign up! VINTAGE ROADSHOW Lake Ashton’s second Vintage Roadshow will be held on January 24 at 6 pm!. Categories and time increments are as follows: Jewelry, Watches, & Clocks (no more than 3 pieces per person) – 15 minutes per person Ceramics, Pottery, Glassware, & Holiday – 10 minutes/person Toys & Sports – 10 minutes/person Books & Paper Items – 10 minutes/person Signs & Advertisement Pieces – 10 minutes/person Coins & Military (no weapons) – 15 mins/person Pictures & Paintings – 10 minutes/person Tools & Cast Iron – 10 minutes/person Electronics – 10 minutes/person Furniture – Limited to the first 9 to sign up, the vendor will come to your house to look at your item. Sign up for a time slot online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BOLLA TO SPONSOR EXCITING EVENTS IN 2024 By Diane Dillon BOLLA will sponsor an exciting event with Leigh Ann Brown presenting Portrait of a Bride, An Evolving Silhouette, on January 27 from 1 to 4 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Refreshments will be provided. Leigh Ann is a collector of wedding gowns, with over 300 in her collection. Her oldest gown is from 1872. Leigh Ann will bring 25-30 of her favorite gowns to Lake Ashton. She has different favorites every day! Not only does Leigh Ann describe the gowns, but she includes a brief history of the time-period in which they were worn, often discussing women’s issues of the day. Leigh Ann last brought her beautiful wedding gowns to Lake Ashton in 2020. Her show was a resounding success and is returning by popular demand. Tickets are $15 each and are available for purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Office and online. In February, the members of BOLLA will celebrate our 20th Anniversary! A special luncheon for members will be held in the clubhouse on February 27. Several surprises are in store, along with a mystery guest or two. This celebration is not to be missed! In the meantime, the members of BOLLA have been busy making and delivering blankets. In the last two months, over 260 blankets have been delivered to Guardian Ad Litem, Lake Wales Charter Schools Homeless, Youth for Christ, Snively Head Start, and the East Coast Migrant Project. Even more deliveries are planned for December. Several members of BOLLA can be seen preparing blankets for delivery in the picture above.

SEW DAYS FOR QUILT OF VALOR AND K9 QUILT OF HONOR There will be two Sew Days in Lake Ashton for anyone who would like to join us putting together quilt tops for Law Enforcement K9s and military veterans and active duty. We are providing thread, fabric, beginner patterns and any instruction if needed. All you need is to do, bring your excitement, sewing machine and scissors. Don’t sew? We will need people to iron for those sewing. LA Clubhouse Ballroom January 19, 2024 9:30 am to 2:30 pm Lunch will be available for $10 HFC Sports Court February 9, 2024 1:15 pm to 4:45 pm Quilt of Valor: A Quilt of Valor® is our award to Service Members and Veterans who have been touched by war. service and sacrifice in serving our nation.” There has been over 350,000 have been made over the last 20 years. K9 Quilt of Honor: A “K9 Quilt of Honor®” recognizes Law Enforcement, Military and Search/Rescue K9s, and their handlers for the willingness to serve our local communities, counties, states, country and stand in harm’s way to help keep us all safe. If you would like to join us, contact: Carolyn Bluhm, Founder/ED of CERT Ministry and K9 Quilt of Honor® 719.510.1088, CERTMinistry@gmail.com 28 COMMUNITY SOCIAL POTLUCKS The best way to meet new friends is over a good meal! Join friends and neighbors at the monthly potlucks held at the Clubhouse and HFC. Mark the dates listed below on HFC: January 18, March 21, May 16, July 18, September 19 November 21 Clubhouse: February 20, April 16, June 11, August 13, October 8 December 10 It says, “thank you for your 29

SAVE THE DATE By Marsha Martin We are getting closer! The Creative Quilters Quilt Show is right around the corner. Mark your calendars for February 21 from 11 am to 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be beautiful quilts, table runners, bags, totes and so much more! Everyone has been working hard to create some gorgeous pieces to show off the talent this group has. This group is the one that makes the quilts hanging in both the Clubhouse and the HFC Craft Room and some of our newer ones will also be on display at the show. There will be 2 quilts to be raffled off this year with the money raised going to the purchase of fabric for quilts for our LA Veterans. If you don't belong to the group, (and why don't you??), but would like to display a quilt in the show, please contact Marsha Martin at 406-788-8087 for a registration form. We would love to see you there! FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW By Lyn Rogers Ca l l i ng a l l L a k e As h t on A r t i s t s a nd Photographers! The 16th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will take place on Saturday, March 9 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors there is no fee to enter your art and photography work. The show is open to all Lake Ashton residents, attendance is free and refreshments will be provided. Applications and detailed instructions will be available at the Clubhouse in early January. There will be a general informational meeting on Saturday, January 20 in the Clubhouse Card Room. The deadline for applications is Thursday, February 1. We have so many talented residents so this should be a great show! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 30 www.jimsfloordepot.com

VALENTINE’S DAY Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Clubhouse on February 14 at 6 pm! Enjoy a delicious dinner provided by Charm City then dance the night away to the live music from The Southshore Cruisers Band. Tickets go on sale for $45 on January 5 online and at the Clubhouse Activities Office. This is a night you won’t want to miss! PIRATE PARTY Avast me hearties, it’s time for another Pirate Party! Pillage, plunder, and dance your peg legs off to live music from 99 in the Shade on February 23 at 7 pm. Wear your best pirate garb and spend your doubloons at the cash bar for your grog and ale. Tickets go on sale for $20 on January 9 online and at the Clubhouse Activities Office. 2024 SHOWCASE & TICKET SALES COMING! By Karen Nelson Happy 2024 from the Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation! The 2024 Showcase will be performed in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Friday, March 22 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, March 23 at 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Your Lake Ashton friends and neighbors are well into rehearsals for Changes in Latitude and we are excited to be presenting the 2024 Showcase. Ticket sales to residents will start on Tuesday, February 20 at 8 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. They will be sold on the TicketLeap system, so be sure you have your TicketLeap account for the LAPAC events set up to facilitate the sales process. More information coming in the February 2024 LA Times! UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE April 5 - Luau May 7 - Taco Tuesday Party May 17 - Denim & Diamonds Ladies Luncheon June 21 - Dukes of Hazard Party July 4 - Star Spangled Shindig 32 NEW YEAR, AVON PARK New Comfort! 100s of Items In Stock & Ready for the New Year! New to Our Showroom! Get a... GIVE $ 50 OR MORE TO CHARITY AND SAVE HUNDREDS.* *See store for details. with a mattress set purchase EMBRACE THE SEASON OF GIVING. 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurnitureOnline.com AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 33 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2023 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1503 12/23 $300 GIFT CARD

MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. UPCOMING ELDER LAW BOOT CAMP SESSIONS January 25 at 9:30 am in the Cinema: Powers of Attorney & Healthcare Documents Everyone Needs. February 29 at 9:30 am: Wills & Trusts 101 March 28 at 9:30 am: What Else? Long-Term Care & Financial Planning EDUCATIONAL CBD LUNCHEON Lunch and learn about CBD and how you can use it in your everyday life February 2 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by January 31. THINK & DRINK: FOUNTAIN OR AERATION? Another thought-provoking discussion will be presented on February 28 at 6:30 pm as part of the Think & Drink series. Lloyd Lightsey, owner of The Pond Monster, is an incredibly captivating speaker who will have you hanging on his every word as he answers your water-related questions. His interesting presentation will discuss whether a fountain feature or water aeration is the answer for lake, pond, or home water feature needs. Lloyd's charismatic presentation ways will surely dazzle all who attend this Think & Drink! Even if this specific topic doesn't apply to you, this is one speaker you will not want to miss! Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. 34 Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Happy New Year My Lake Ashton Family! I am so grateful to bring in this new year with you all; and hope we can continue on this health-conscious journey together. Before you take that first step towards any lasting change you should first evaluate where you are. So ask yourself the following questions: How do you feel most days? Are you always tired? Do you sleep well? Are you happy? Are you stressed? Are you getting proper nutrition? Most of us don’t realize the stress our body is under due to our daily lifestyle choices. We don’t exercise and wonder why we lack energy. We don’t get enough sleep, and wonder why we can’t remember or focus. We have poor eating habits, and wonder why we feel sluggish or can’t lose weight. Do you get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most days? Do you drink enough water? Are you active? Do you limit sweets? Start this year by making a list of the good and bad aspects of your health. Then select one or more items from the bad list and decide what changes you will make to move it to the positive side. Be specific and be accountable. Start off slow, and gradually incorporate additional steps as you become comfortable with each new health initiative. Set realistic goals, and be prepared to compromise. It’s never an “all or nothing” deal. Make changes that are easier for you; like walking instead of biking or jogging. Reduce the time spent watching television; and when you do watch television, take advantage of the commercial breaks and do a few repetitions of exercise. The small steps will motivate you to do more. And the moment you realize you feel better, you look better, and you are a better representation of you – well, that’s the “Sweet Spot” we all crave! BODY MIND SOUL Simply Healthy Everything is Connected Make it a goal in 2024 to focus on improving your mental health and fitness. Check out these offerings for your Mind, Body, and Soul at the Clubhouse and the HFC. CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM HFC ✴See renowned NASM certified Nutrition Coach and Personal Trainer Joel Eyres teach you how to get fit for Life. He will explain the most cost effective newest way to get fit on your own schedule. Jan. 8 at 4:30 pm: Weight Loss Jan. 22 at 4:30 pm: Transform your body for Life! Reserve now, seating is limited. Sign up online or at Clubhouse Activities Office. ✴Free Virtual Meditation Session: Mondays at 3 pm via Zoom ✴Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 9 am. $5/class (payable at class). Sign up online or at Clubhouse Activities Office. ✴Beginning Chair & Balance: Mondays at 10 am ✴Water Aerobics: Tuesdays — Saturdays at 8:30 am ✴Classical Stretch: Mondays & Thursdays at 11 am ✴Aqua Reloaded: Mondays at 12 pm, Wednesdays & Fridays at 10 am ✴Cardio Swing & Yoga Cool: Tuesday & Thursdays at 9 AM ✴Triple B (Bat Wings, Bellies, & Bulges): Wednesdays at 9 am ✴Basic Fitness & Cardio: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 am ✴Aqua Motion: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 4 pm ✴Back To Basics: Fridays at 9 am

GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays from 11 to 11:45 am at the HFC. Everyone is welcome. No charge. Mats available or bring your own. Chairs also available if you prefer. Slow, gentle poses with long holds. Positions shown for beginners, intermediate and experienced. FREE MEDITATION CLASS According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, the term “meditation” refers to a variety of practices that focus on mind and body integration and are used to calm the mind and enhance overall well-being. Yoga Haven offers FREE meditation classes for Lake Ashton residents, via Zoom, on Mondays at 3 pm. Meditation via zoom allows residents to find a place that is soothing and comfortable to them and you can even do it in your pajamas and no one will know. Sign up by emailing yogawinterhaven@gmail.com. A link will be sent out the Sunday before with the information to connect. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers are welcome but this class is not designed for beginning tappers. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (cwinchester1012@gmail.com, 305-725-4946) Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. LINE DANCING WITH JOHN MOORE Tuesdays (Beginners 7-8 pm and Beginners Plus 8-9 pm) and Thursdays (Beginners 9-10 am and Beginners Plus 10-11 am) in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LINE DANCING CLASS Instructor: Lorrie Shearin Thursday, January 4 & January 11: Beginner 1 pm, Improver 2 pm at the HFC No class January 18 Friday, January 26: Combined Class 1 to 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom (Note change of day & location) Tit DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra LA DANCE CLASSES - FOXTROT Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Designs For Ey Style! Mondays at 4:30-5:30 in HFC Community Room FREE! No partner needed. Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 36 CREATE A CARD January 16 at 10 am and 12:30 pm in the HFC Sports Court. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8:30 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. FUSED GLASS SNOWFLAKES Instructor: Jill Groves Friday, January 19 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Create beautifully unique 5” glass snowflakes! Make 1 for $25 or 2 for $35 from several provided designs. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Fees are paid at the class with cash, credit, or check. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. FUSED GLASS WIND CHIMES Monday, January 29 from 6 to 9 pm at the HFC Craft Room. Sign up at the HFC or call 863-595-1562. Create a beautiful set of wind chimes similar to pics below. Cost is $35 payable at the class with cash, credit, or check. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr January 13 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Morning Mist $35 (payable at class) — sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on January 13 CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Join Carmen in the Clubhouse Ballroom on January 9 at 11:30 for a papier-mâché class! Learn how to make decorative papier-mâché flamingoes by using different types of paper. All supplies and instructions will be included for $10. Space is limited so sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by January 4. Join Carmen in the Ballroom on February 6 at 11:30 am as she teaches how to make 16-inch heartshaped pillows using soft fleece fabric. Supplies and instructions will be included for $10/person. Space is limited to 20 people, so don't wait to sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities office by January 30. BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Instructor: Sheila Vertoli January 10 at 2:30 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Hand painted wine glasses $35, pay at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli by January 3. Next Class: February 7 at 2:30 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Canvas Painting - $35, pay at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli by February 4 WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and structures. Sessions are January 12, February 9, and March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. Call 863-307-1244 to reserve a place. SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES February 6 at 11:30 am This month’s class will be for Valentine’s Day/St. Patrick’s Day. If you participated in the last class and received a frame, be sure to bring that frame back to the class. Instructions and materials will be provided for $16. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by January 29. Next class: May 7

CLUBS PINEHURST LOOP HOLIDAY GATHERING By Marcia Santino delivery services available from Meals on Wheels, please call 863-299-1616. To volunteer, please email: MOWpolk.org. For a complete list of raffle winners, please email slenarz2005@yahoo.com. SEW WHAT & SO MUCH MORE By Gretchen Frantz On December 9, over 60 Pinehurst Loopers enjoyed an evening of fellowship, fun and lots of food at their Holiday Gathering. The catered event was held at the HFC and a Silly White Elephant Gift Exchange was facilitated by Santa. As the evening came to a close, we presented Santa with a $1,600 donation to Toys for Tots. MEALS ON WHEELS FUNDRAISER RESULTS By Marcia Santino The Pinehurst Loop Social Committee (“PLSC”) held a LA Community Gift Basket Raffle benefitting Meals on Wheels of Polk County. This raffle was designed to raise awareness of this amazing organization in a fun and interactive way. A total of 32 incredible gifts, pictured, were donated by Pinehurst Loop residents, local businesses and The LA Stars. People across the community participated in the raffle over a two-week selling period and drawings were held on November 7th. Over $2,500 was raised for Meal on Wheels and the proceeds were presented to their Executive Director, Susan Eldridge, pictured with some of the PLSC members, on November 8th. If you or someone you know would like information on meal 38 Members of the Sew What and So Much More group weave on looms, crochet and knit all year anticipating giving warm hugs to children on our chilly Florida days. 614 hats and 102 scarves were delivered to 10 local elementary schools and placed under The Caring Tree. Patients at Advent Health Medical Center have received over 400 "bone shaped" pillows sewn by our group and distributed by a Lake Ashton resident , a Hospital Volunteer. On Thursday afternoons, from 1 to 3, the craft room at the HFC is abuzz with a variety of crafts including card making, diamond dot art, needlework, and crocheting around blankets for BOLLA as well as completing baby blankets and shawls. New members are welcome to enjoy the fellowship of fellow crafters. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler There is a welcoming group in Lake Ashton especially for people who find themselves alone — either newly, or for a long time. LA Singles plans activities for those of us who enjoy doing things with other single residents. The club starts each month with a meeting at 2 pm on the first Sunday in the Clubhouse. Next meeting is January 7. We also get together most other Sundays at 2 pm for cards, and the third Thursday of each month at the Pavilion from 4 to 6 p.m., bringing snacks to share and what you would like to drink. We hope you will join us, starting with Sunday cards or the Sunday meeting. You would be most welcome. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Kirwan is Awesome! We cannot give enough credit to Brad for assisting us in selling our home at Lake Ashton. Brad went above and beyond as a Realtor! He helped us locate and coordinate professionals to help us do some necessary repairs that were needed. Brad also helped us navigate a tricky closing that required a lot of patience! We would definitely use Brad again and would recommend him to anybody that is in need of a Realtor. David & Michelle Law 16 April 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 39

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting January 4 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 6 to 6:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson General meeting will start at 6:30. Speaker will be Carol Gillespie, Candidate for Lake Wales City Commission Seat 4, to discuss her vision for Lake Wales and her ongoing campaign. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Linda Sandel The Lake Ashton Republican Club will Meet Wednesday, January 24 at the Clubhouse. Check-in and social time starts at 3:30 pm and the meeting begins at 4 pm. LARC will be holding the annual Board Member elections. Nominations will be open so please attend and consider serving. It's always a great team! If you have a neighbor (registered Republican) who would like to attend, please invite them. 2024 is going to be an exceptionally busy year and we look forward to you being part of it! For information contact Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club meets once a month on the second Wednesday. The meeting for December was actually the second annual Garden Club Party. Members brought garden related items wrapped. The members had to pick their gift and sometimes watch it get “stolen” by another member, only to go and choose another one. Attendees had an opportunity to mingle and join in the fun watching who got what! Coffee, apple cider, donuts and muffins were served. Thanks to Deb Crosby for the holiday music. The next club meeting is Wednesday, January 10th at 10am. in the Pavilion. Come learn and 40 share ideas on growing and caring for houseplants. Bring success stories and problems! Feel free to email Lynn Davis at crladavis@aol.com in advance of this meeting with a question on the topic. The houseplant panel will try to have an answer by the January meeting. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The holidays are over and it’s time to slow down and enjoy the cooler weather. This is also a good time of the year to get the camera out and capture what our beautiful community and surroundings have to offer. At the January 8th meeting we will have the pleasure of hearing a presentation by camera club friend Reinier Munguia. Reinier is an accomplished photographer and informative speaker. If you enjoy photography and have not attended one of our meetings please join us at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. Members are encouraged to bring a few photos to share on a USB drive. LA WOODWORKERS CLUB ANNUAL MEETING By Jim Sullivan The Lake Ashton Woodworkers will have their annual membership meeting on January 15 at 10:30 am in the front of the Ballroom. New Memberships and renewals are being offered at this meeting. Membership to the Lake Ashton Woodworkers is available to all Lakes Ashton residents. For all new residents, the woodworkers shop here at Lake Ashton is first class, with the finest equipment. With your new membership you will receive a complete training session to ensure your safety and ability to use the equipment. At times during the year, classes are offered to help you create woodworking projects. The Lake Ashton Woodworkers club is completely self-supported. The annual dues are $150 per year. That is a lot more than past years, however we had a substantial increase in the monthly rent. We are looking forward to another great year of making sawdust and enjoying the woodworking club here at Lake Ashton. LA PICKLEBALL CLUB By Chuck Caesar This is a great opportunity to socialize and play some games. A potluck dinner will be held on January 17 from 5 to 8 pm at the HFC Community Center. Bring a drink of your choice and a dish to serve for a fun night of food and friends. Plates, napkins, and utensils will be supplied. A signup sheet will be available in the HFC. Contact Stephanie Iszak at 609-980-9505 or siszak@comcast.net or Tammy Shields at 863-632-2024 or tammy.shields1221@gmail.com with any questions. Looking forward to having many new friendly Bocce players. Happy New Year from the Lake Ashton Pickleball Association! A great year of pickleball wrapped up November 30 with an annual potluck dinner and Board elections. In 2023 we added 43 new members brining our total membership to 175. We would love to add even more in 2024. It was a fun filled year with lots of open play and several special events including Pickleball Mixers to celebrate Tax Day, the 4th of July and Halloween, as well as a Memorial Day Social. Several “Newbie Clinics” led were held by Coach Dennis Santino. These clinics are a great way to learn the game or just check it out to see if you are interested in playing. We even have paddles for you to use if you don’t have one. There will be more clinics coming in 2024 so if you are interested, watch for the email blasts and sign up. New Board members are: · Chuck Caesar – President · Mark McDuff – Vice President · Lisa Savala – Treasurer · Earl Schley – Secretary · Lary Fabian – At Large Director FRIENDLY BOCCE GROUP By Stephanie Iszak The Friendly Bocce Group would like to invite all Lake Ashton residents to come out Mondays and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm to play some fun games of Bocce Ball. No experience is required. Anyone playing would be more than happy to teach you and go over the the rules and regulations. The group also has the Bocce courts reserved for the 1st and 3rd Fridays for the 2024 season from 4 to 6 pm for tailgate parties. Bring your drinks and an appetizer to share. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White The LA Swim Club wishes everyone a Happy and Healthy new year. We also want to extend a special thank you to the HFC staff for their support during the year, and to the LA Garden Club for maintaining the great looking plants in the pool area. The swim club is a group of fitness swimmers who enjoy working out together. Some even go as an LA team to senior age group swim meets and are looking forward to the annual Polk County games in March. We always welcome new members. Contact sandyw1994@aol.com for more info.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged by contacting Don Fuller 863-224-5904. November 13: North-South 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Chris Verges & Howard Mayne; 3rd Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; East-West 1st Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 2nd Judy Marine & Marge Kniat; 3rd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare November 20: North-South 1st Ralph Ritter & Karla Gengler; 2nd Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming; 3rd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; East-West 1st Pauline Pare & Nelda Sedlacek; 2nd Jane Gibbons & George Rogers; 3rd Judy Marine & Marge Kniat November 27: North-South 1st Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; 2nd Graham Littlehales & Liz Smith; 3rd Jim Ford & Don Fuller; East-West 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Janice Fleming & Tom Fleming; 3rd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary will be Wednesday, January 17 at 6:30 p.m. At this meeting we will be finalizing the details for the Tag Sale, held January 20 from 9 am to 2 pm at the Clubhouse. The event will be open to the public. The LAVA Auxiliary is made up of residents who love our country. It is non-political and any Lake Ashton resident is invited to join. We meet once a month on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. near the stage at the Clubhouse. THANK YOU to the many members who have written sentiments on Holiday Cards that will be sent to troops overseas. This is one of several projects that the Auxiliary members do that can be done from home 42 and at no cost to an individual due to the fund raising that is done throughout the year. It has been very heartwarming to see the love and appreciation that is written on the cards. Come check us out and hear more about what we do. May you be blessed with making happy memories this holiday season. Let’s keep in prayer our military who will not be with family this season. God Bless America! LA ROCKERS By Annie Lutz LA Rockers is a wonderful group of residents that spreads acts of kindness to our LA Community. You never know how a small painted rock can change someone’s day, outlook, or even their life. We recently completed 2 service projects for the holidays. For the LA Singles group holiday project we painted rocks that matched a pair of fuzzy socks. For Water’s Edge we delivered 150 rocks to be handed out to their residents. The staff told us how much the rocks spread holiday cheer. We’ve also been busy painting and hiding rocks throughout Lake Ashton to share smiles one rock at a time! The Rockers meet in the HFC from 2 to 4 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. The 1st Wednesday is for current members to learn new skills and techniques. The 3rd Wednesday is a “Free Paint” session where newcomers are welcome to join the group. Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session but must contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before the first meeting so supplies can be provided. LA BELLES By Kathy Keding LA Belles are goin’ fishing’! Meet us at Harry’s Old Place (3751 Cypress Gardens Blvd., Winter Haven) on Wednesday, January 31 at 11:30 am. Landlubbers are more than welcome to join in the fun! Reserve your space by signing up online via link in the email blast by January 26. Call Barb at 248-670-9037 with any questions. Hope to see you there! ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda All of you with Italian heritage are welcome to join us on Tuesday, January 23 at 6 pm at the HFC for our monthly potluck. The cost is $1 each to cover expenses. Please bring a dish to share (desserts are taken care of) and a beverage of your choice. Mark your calendars for February 15, March 21 and April 18 for future potlucks. The annual dance will be held March 1 at the HFC from 7 to 10 pm. The terrific Happy Days band will be back. Tickets are $10. This is a BYOB event and bring snacks for your table. Tickets are available from Joe D’Herin (313-407-8286), Doug Olympia (845-275-8468) or Susie Escoda. MID-ATLANTIC PARTY By David Harrison It's time to have fun again at the Mid Atlantic Party on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 5 pm in the HFC Community Center. Anyone who has ever lived or worked in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania or New Jersey is invited. The menu consists of fried chicken, homemade crab cake and a soft drink for $20 or you can BYOB. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 2 at the HFC Activities Desk with a check payable to Mid-Atlantic Party. Choose white or dark meat chicken when you sign up. Please bring a salad, side or dessert to serve eight and a serving utensil. Tickets will be sold until January 26 or 120 are sold. February 4 is the Sunday before Super Bowl, and there is no football. This is a great way to meet friends from your state. Contact David or Barbara Harrison at 863-326-6418 with questions. MN, ND, & SD STATE PARTY By Mark Rath Former residents of Minnesota and North and South Dakota, it is just one month before the party at the HFC. Be sure your calendar is marked for Sunday, February 18th from 5 to 8 PM for the gathering. Bring a dish to share that serves at least 8, mark your dish and don’t forget a serving utensil. Coffee and water provided, but bring your favorite beverage if you wish. Come meet new people, enjoy a great potluck dinner, and enjoy some fun the Committee is planning. For reservations email statepartyatla@gmail.com MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Nancy Sztanyo To all you Michiganders, Yoopers and Trolls! We are so excited for our upcoming Michigan Potluck on Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the HFC. Lots of people, delicious food and even a little Michigan trivia. Sign up sheets will be located at both the Clubhouse and the HFC in January. $5.00 per couple or $3.00 pp ( to help pay for the paper products needed). Please bring a dish that will feed 8-10 people and your own beverage This will be a fun filled event and we hope to see everyone from our Great Lakes State! Any questions - call or Nancy D’Herin 313.407.8283 or Diane Schrauben 517.668.0832.

GOLF LALGA By Dawn Neigh The New Year has begun with many upcoming events for the LALGA. Our Solheim Cup is planned for January 15th and 16th. The always fun pairing party will be on January 9th. Mark your calendars! Will it be Go Red! Or Go Blue!? Our East West Tournament will be held January 30th. Last year’s inaugural event was a great success with the East claiming bragging rights. Will the East do it again or will the West be victorious? Watch for more information and sign up according to your side of Lake Ashton. Our Member/Member tournament is in February with “18 Shades of Green”! Start planning with your partner for a challenging and fun two days! Our Red Hoagland challenge continues to be a tight race. Liz Leigh is in the lead by $30. However, second through fourth are only $10 apart with Dori Krogman, Dixie Kite, and Bev Hines. And speaking of Bev Hines, a huge thank you to Bev for taking on the role of the LALGA Publicity chair. Please join me in welcoming Bev to your board and thank her for agreeing to commit her time and talents to this role. See you on Tuesdays! LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Sassy Santa showed up to the Holiday party, gave out some gifts, and a good time was had by all. If you were unable to attend our holiday luncheon, we still have your gift. Just ask a board member at your next round of Tuesday golf. And a big thanks to all of Santa’s helpers who made it an event to remember. Going into 2024, please remember to play ready golf, and keep the foursome ahead of you on the course in sight. See you all out on the course… Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! 44 Annuities and Market Risk: What You Need to Know • Market risk is something all investors worry about, but those close to retirement have limited time to recover from the loss. If you’re within ten years of retirement, your investments are at a critical stage to continue to gain value and avoid loss. Without thinking through the dynamics of gains and losses, investors leave themselves open to market risk that could prematurely deplete their retirement assets. One way that investors avoid loss is by including annuities in their retirement portfolio. Annuities, which are becoming more widely used in the financial services industry, are a contract with an insurance company to provide investors with a guaranteed stream of income in retirement. They offer tax-deferred growth of earnings similar to other traditional tax-deferred investments. However, many investors still don’t fully understand the different types of annuities, how they work, or the fees associated with them. The three types of annuities widely used in financial planning are fixed annuities, fixedindexed annuities, and variable annuities. Like any financial product, there are pros and cons to each type of annuity, and due diligence of investigating any annuity should take precedence before purchasing one for your retirement portfolio: Fixed Annuity Pros: • Provides a fixed rate of return the insurance company generates from investing in high-quality corporate and government bonds. • Grow on a tax-deferred basis. • • The interest rate is typically guaranteed the first ten years of the contract, and a guaranteed minimum interest rate sets after the initial guarantee period to protect against declining interest rates. Provides a guaranteed lifetime income and protection against longevity risk; annuity payments continue the rest of your life. The Cons: • When the guaranteed rate expires, the rate is adjusted based on the earnings in the insurer’s investment account. If this occurs during a lowinterest rate or unfavorable stock market environment, a lower rate of return may apply. • Can have high surrender rates from one to fifteen years and withdraws over ten percent during the surrender period incur fees. Fixed-Indexed Annuity Pros: • Your principal is protected during a down market, and you won’t lose your initial investment or accumulation. • Grow on a tax-deferred basis. Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident 45 • The Cons: • • The return is based on an index (ex. The S&P 500), which grows the annuity’s value over time. Provides a guaranteed lifetime income and protection against longevity risk; you receive annuity payments for life. Some are complex, costly, and aren’t always necessary for the investor. Is not a growth-market product. Ask for written information from the insurer about the annuity product and don’t just accept a verbal explanation so you fully understand the product. Variable Annuity Pros: • Grow on a tax-deferred basis like fixed and fixed-indexed annuities. • Include pre-selected mutual fund subaccounts for the initial investment. • Offer unlimited contributions (some restrictions apply from the insurer). • Include both living and death benefits through contract ‘riders.’ Beneficiaries can choose between the current contract values, its highest value on the contract anniversary, or determine a value based on a guaranteed hypothetical rate of return. The Cons: • • • Are expensive and come with many fees and charges, which decreases the accumulation. Are market sensitive and may incur a loss to the investor. Both the salesperson and the investor often misunderstand this complex product. Annuities offer many benefits to investors and have their place in retirement planning, but only if suitable for the investor and a part of an investment strategy using other types of investments and accounts. Investors should fully understand the risks associated with annuities before purchasing them. If you have any questions about annuities, now is a great time to visit. Disclosure: An annuity is intended to be a long-term, tax-deferred retirement vehicle. Earnings are taxable as ordinary income when distributed, and if withdrawn before age 59½, may be subject to a 10% federal tax penalty. If the annuity will fund an IRA or other tax qualified plan, the tax deferral feature offers no additional value. Qualified distributions from a Roth IRA are generally excluded from gross income, but taxes and penalties may apply to non-qualified distributions. Consult a tax advisor for specific information. Additional Disclosure: The newsletter and links are being provided as a service to you. 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LAMGA By David Kubissa TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 It’s a wrap. The curtain came down on the 2023 LAMGA season in December with an important year-end meeting and preparations for the 2024 season. The December 6 annual meeting and luncheon brought together members for a two-nets team game followed by the meeting where league president Rolly Geyer announced results for the three board seats up for election. The three incumbents running – Larry Wilson, Tim Wayt and Jacques Fleischmann – were re-elected to twoyear terms. The other three seats on the board will be up for a member vote in November 2024. The meeting also shined a spotlight on the four golfers who finished atop the leaderboard of the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge: 1. John Milsom; 2. Doug Hines; 3. Paul Panone; and 4. Rolly Geyer. They received golf shop gift certificates for their scoring during the weekly LAMGA games in 2023. Looking ahead to next season, treasurer Dan Baun urged members to submit their enrollment applications and fees in by December 31 so they can take part in the Kickoff LAMGA game on January 3. The game that week – pick your partner – includes another luncheon at the Eagle’s Nest. The kickoff event also means that the annual MemberGuest tournament is not far behind. Dates for the league’s signature event of the year are March 7, 8 and 9. Registration takes place this month, and the first 54 teams to sign up and pay their entry fee will have a spot in the highly popular tournament. For more information about LAMGA and the schedule of upcoming weekly games, go to the league’s web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com. The link is in the Golf section of the Community menu. Top finishers in the 2023 Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge were honored at the LAMGA annual meeting. From left, John Milsom, Doug Hines, Paul Panone, Rolly Geyer.

You’re Invited To Portrait of a Bride January 27, 1 to 4 pm AN EVOLVING SILHOUETTE Presented By Special Guest Leigh Ann Brown CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM Tickets: $15 at the Clubhouse Activities Office or Online Refreshments Provided! Leigh Ann will display a selection of 25-30 of her favorite gowns from her vintage collection of over 300 gowns. She will present a brief history of the time period in which each of the gowns were worn, often discussing women's issues of the day. This fundraiser, returning by popular demand, is sponsored by Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton (BOLLA)

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter December 2023 It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! 863-318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES January Issue Deadline: December 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO BY CAROLYN BISHOP DECEMBER 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com LW Homeowners Association (HOA) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org lakeashtonhoa.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. DECEMBER 4 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworkers Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: Lake Ashton Community Action Committee - Updates on Developments Surrounding Lake Ashton • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance, ComForCare DECEMBER 11 • Ashtones Performing Christmas Music • Wear your most festive holiday outfit for a chance to win a prize! • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Small World Bus Tours Presents Trips for 2024 • Featured Vendors: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, Home Instead DECEMBER 18 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING DECEMBER 25 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — MERRY CHRISTMAS! PICTURED: RESIDENTS & STAFF IN COSTUME AT MONDAY COFFEE OCTOBER 30! PHOTOS BY DAVID MULLER IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 12 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 18 EVENTS 20 MIND & BODY 29 CLUBS 34 GOLF 41 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD December 15, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD December 18, 9 am (please note new start time) Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm or by appointment (IDs won’t be issued December 5, 6 & 26) HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: December 13 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE December 13 and 27, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot HOLIDAY CLOS INGS The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed on Monday, December 25 and Tuesday, December 26 in observance of Christmas. The Clubhouse Offices will be closed Monday, January 1 and Tuesday, January 2 in observance of the New Year. The HFC Offices will be closed Monday, January 1. 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKETS New season tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office through December 8. Season tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents. There is a limit of one ticket per resident. In order to expedite season ticket sales, please have a Lake Ashton photo identification on hand or a driver's license with a Lake Ashton address to purchase tickets with Visa, MasterCard or check payable to LACDD. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. HOSTING FAMI LY FOR THE HOLIDAYS? Residents: please be tolerant of extra activity at the pools and other amenities. Remember, when you see a visiting grandchild, they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if residents accompany their guests, but not required. Anyone using amenities at the Clubhouse or HFC should have a Lake Ashton Resident ID Card, Driver’s License with Lake Ashton Address, or Facilities Guest Pass. Register guests at either Activities Desk during business hours. Residents must bring at least one adult guest to sign the form. Renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. HOLIDAY TRASH COLLECTION CHANGES Trash, recycling and yard waste pickup for Winter Haven residents will occur Tuesday, December 26. Trash, recycling and yard waste pickup for Lake Wales residents will occur Saturday, December 30. LAKE ASHTON BUS TRIPS Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to see what’s available — bring a check for Small World Tours. Flyers are also located in the Media Center. Small World Tours will be at Monday Coffee on December 11 to present new trips for 2024.

what foods may be needed, as well as when and where to deliver. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Not pictured: David Fix, Fall Fest 5K Organizer. A TOY IS A GIFT OF LOVE! By Fred Halde BE A SANTA TO A SENIOR By Kathy Jusaites The Be a Santa to a Senior giving tree is in the HFC lobby. Please take a tag or two to brighten up a seniors holiday. All gifts are given to a local senior at home or in a local facility. All gifts need to be returned in a gift bag or unwrapped. The tree is sponsored by Home Instead of Winter Haven and all gifts need to be returned under the t r ee by Wedne s da y, De c embe r 6 f o r distribution. Any questions, please contact Kathy at 919-609-2308. LA HANDS 4 HOPE By Tammy Queen By the time you read this article in the LA Times, I’m guessing I will have made 2, 3 or maybe even 4 trips to the Toys for Tots warehouse with donations from the box located in the HFC. I usually check the box on a regular basis, but am not surprised to get a call from a helpful elf named Krystle, alerting me to the fact that the box is overflowing again. Many thanks to the HFC staff and to you for your generous response to giving a toy and putting a smile on a child’s face. ’Tis the season to spread the gift of joy. Many thanks Lake Ashton. CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock Santa's helpers have been very busy placing new, LA Hands 4 Hope folks would like to thank everyone who participated and/or sponsored the Fall Fest 5K. The monies received will assist families within Polk County. Each of your contributions will ensure less fortunate children and their families will be able to enjoy a Christmas dinner, as well as gifts dispersed among the children and their families on December 7. If anyone would like to provide a prepared food dish for the dinner or additional donation, please contact Tammy Queen at 812-483-6520 or ttqueen2@outlook.com, or MaryLou Jameson at unwrapped gifts under the Caring Tree in the Clubhouse Ballroom. You have until December 14 to bring in your gift for a deserving recipient in our area. If you would like to help wrap gifts, call the Care Center to make arrangements. It isn't always easy to think of a family in need when we live in such a beautiful community, but a high percentage of the children who go to the area schools qualify for free lunches. Lake Ashton has always been very generous donors over the more than 16 years by supporting the Care Center. Thank you for your continued participation. Happy Holidays! TEAM SAM RESULTS Team Sam raised $2,500 (and still collecting!) at the W a l k t o E n d Al zhe imer ’s on November 17. Way to go! JOINT AMENITY FACILITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT IV. PROPER CREDENTIALS Lake Ashton Resident Photo ID cards (or similar access devices) may be issued to all members of each Resident’s household and/or Non-Resident Members. Guest Passes shall be issued to all Guests upon registering with Amenity Manager. Each Patron and/or Guest will be required to present Proper Credentials upon request by Staff. If not presented, the individual will be asked to leave the amenities immediately. Individuals may be charged a fee in accordance with LA CDD and LAII CDD Chapter III: Rules for Amenities Rates, (respectively) to purchase an Amenity Access Device. All lost or stolen Amenity Access Devices should be reported immediately to the Amenity Manager’s office. A fee will be assessed for any replacement Amenity Access Devices. Unauthorized use of Proper Credentials may result in suspension of an Individual’s privileges based on the suspension policy herein. The full amenity facilities policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. Questio ns? Contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com). LAKEASHTONLIVING.COM By Iris Realmuto LakeAshtonLiving.com now has even more Clubhouse and HFC information at your fingertips. Right from your computer, tablet, or phone, you can view the list of ticket sales & sign-ups allowing you to purchase tickets, sign up for events, or register for a Ticketleap account. You can watch the scrolling posters displayed on the Information Boards in the Clubhouse and HFC lobbies. Just like the old Channel 96! If you deleted one of the Email Blasts, don't worry. They're posted on LakeAshtonLiving.com too! Showcase Series By Brenda Jackson Each month in your LA Times we will showcase an individual that works here in LA providing a service to our residents and helping make our lives more enjoyable. Do you know this lovely young lady? Have you enjoyed the libations she is so eager and happy to serve? This is Mara Stevens. She is a professional bartender who not only works here in LA at Charm City but in many fine establishments around the Winter Haven area. She loves her dog Harper (who is a Sheltie mix) and says she is a spoiled brat. She is a native Floridian living in the Lakeland area. Q: What do you like most about working here in LA? A: “I love all the residents I have met so far here in LA and many are becoming like family”. She feels very vested in the community and wants to do all she can to make the restaurant and bar successful in meeting and exceeding the residents needs and desires. Q: What is the biggest challenge right now? A: “I think getting the residents to come and try us out." Q: What would you like the residents to know about you? A: “I love a challenge. I love being creative. I love it when residents come and ask me to make drinks I never heard of or ask me to be creative and come up with something, then see them smile at that first sip.” Mara shared there are many changes coming and asks that we are patient while they navigate through what the residents would like to have and the timing to make it happen. She shared that both a pool and bar drink menu are coming, and special events, possibly such as tastings, bringing back Sunday Fundays, etc. Stay tuned for announcements of these special events put on by Charm City and team. So, if you haven’t been to Charm City yet or even if you have, come see Mara and challenge her or just enjoy a cocktail, good company and some good food!

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Supervisors and Staff would like to wish those celebrating a Happy Hannukah, Merry Christmas, and a wonderful holiday season. This is time for reflection on the year behind us and anticipation on what is to come in 2024. Change brings opportunities and we have had many changes this year so 2024 will be the year of opportunities. From Clubhouse renovations to new digital processes, and everything in between, we are grateful for the patience residents have shown as staff navigates these new changes. While it is the traditional season for celebrating, some in the community are in emotional pain and struggling to get through the month. Grieving friends and neighbors can use some extra care during the holidays. Those who have recently lost loved ones can be helped by others being supportive and inclusive.Suggestions from hospice professionals: invite a neighbor along to a community celebration, ask if they are interested in volunteering, offer to help with decorating or baking, send a special holiday card, or be willing to listen. Lake Ashton is known for being a caring community and there is no better time of year to care for thy neighbor. Supervisors met on November 20. A wrap up report of actions taken at this meeting was sent on November 26. Bocce Court refurbishment has begun. Please stay tuned to email blasts for updates on this project. Finishing touches are being put on the Lake Ashton shoreline restoration project behind the Clubhouse. By publication the concrete pathway repairs should be complete and the area should be open for use. Thank you to the over 600 residents that have completed the information form for issuance of RFID tags for resident vehicles and Amenity Access credentials. At this time we are gathering information only in order to populate the database that will be used to issue these credentials. More information regarding implementation of these additional security features will be sent out via email blast so now is a good time for residents to ensure they are receiving emails from Lake Ashton CDD and Lake Ashton II CDD. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com to sign up to receive emails or resubscribe. Click the link on the right side of the home page. LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours After Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom Is Your Home Ready for the AVON PARK Holidays? 100s of Items In Stock & Ready for Delivery! Get a... GIVE $ 50 OR MORE TO CHARITY AND SAVE HUNDREDS.* *See store for details. with a mattress set purchase EMBRACE THE SEASON OF GIVING. 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurnitureOnline.com AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL 9 WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2023 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1489 11/23 $300 GIFT CARD

LAIICDD NEWS LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director Happy Holidays from the Lake Ashton II CDD Board and the HFC Staff! December is a busy month with residents celebrating Hanukkah, Advent, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and, for Seinfeld fans, Festivus. This year, we revealed our professionally installed Holiday Lights at the HFC. The lights were turned on the Friday after Thanksgiving and will remain throughout the season. The funds for these lights came from profits from dances held at the HFC, and not from the general CDD fund. Speaking of lights and decorations, the HFC will be adorned with a Hanukkah display furnished by the Lake Ashton Jewish Community, along with a Christmas tree with a traditional train running beneath it. We would like to thank the Lake Ashton Veterans Association for hosting an outstanding USO Dance in November to celebrate veterans. Over 200 residents attended and danced to the music of the Good Stuff Band. The HFC Holiday Dance, featuring the Tony Knight Band, will be held at the HFC on December 15. Tickets are available at the door and table reservations at the Activities Desk, so join us for another great night of dancing and fun! Also get ready for the Annual Lake Ashton Golf Cart Parade on December 15. We always have many residents participating with great carts, and various local public safety units as well. There is a rumor the “Big Guy" from up North will be there to check on which of our residents have made the naughty or nice list. To end 2023 and usher in 2024, plan to attend our HFC New Years Eve Gala Event, featuring a 12-piece band! Snacks will be provided, as well as a champagne toast at midnight. So come on out and spend New Years Eve with your friends and neighbors. Lastly, as we will be having many visiting guests and family during the holidays, please remind everyone of our speed limit and the need to adhere to stop signs within our community. Additionally, the Florida Statute on operating golf carts has changed. Now no one under the age of 18 may operate a cart without a valid driver's license or learner's permit. Please celebrate responsibly, and do not drive any conveyance under the influence of intoxicating substances. Again, on behalf of all of us at the HFC and CDD Board, we wish all of you a joyous holiday season and a very prosperous and healthy New Year! EAL RO PAVER SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 Before Restoring & Sealing Pavers sealproorlando@gmail.com Aſter Restoring & Sealing Pavers Benefits of Restoring and Sealing Pavers with Polymeric Sand • Inhibits weeds and grass in joints. • Reduces moss growth. • Deters ants and other insects. • Prevents loss of sand in joints. • Helps repel oil, grease, grime and stains. • Easier routine cleaning, enhances color, texture and brightness. • Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions. • Keeps the under base materials dry to prevent pavers from sinking and dipping. Patios & Walkways Benefits of Proper Drainage Installing Channel Drains • Removes water from flooded low areas where water accumulates causing weeds, mildew and mold growth. • Keeps entire paver area looking consistent without stains or permanent embedded darkening in pavers. • Prevents water entering pool or other unwanted areas. Avoids slip areas from forming. • Directs water in correct direction allowing drains to stay washed and functional. • Paver Installation • Pressure Washing • Travertine Sealing • Paver Repair • Polymeric Sanding Installing Channel Drain Steps for Sealing 1-2-3 1 Commercial pressure wash removing dirt, mold, mildew, weeds and contaminates. 2 Re-sand with polymeric sand locking deep inside joints. 3 Heavy multi-application of sealer to renew the original look of newly installed pavers (color added in sealer optional). FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 sealpr oorlando@gmail.c om CONTACT KALEB TODAY AT 863.272.0746 TO GET A FREE ESTIMATE! Repair Low Areas & Root Liſt Stress Areas • Extend Driveways/Walkways • Install New Walkways, Patios & Planter Walls

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Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer • ARC Members - reviewing ARC requests submitted into our ARC Tracker software. Computer skills helpful! Contact your ARC Chair, Greg Bluemke or the BOD ARC Liaison, Harold Jackson. The Northern Mockingbird is the state bird for a very good reason - it's ubiquitous! Almost every home in Lake Ashton seems to have its own pair. Males and females look the same, gray with white wing patches and white outer tail feathers and a personality that shouts "look at me" or "this is my yard and no interlopers are permitted." They will even attack cats and humans that venture too close to their nests. Aside from singing all day and sometimes in the middle of the night, this species is an amazing mimic and can fool even the most astute student of bird songs. Their imitations are useful for knowing what other birds live in the area. When chasing prey across the lawn they often stop every few feet and flash their white wing patches. They eat mainly insects and berries and are particularly fond of Beauty Berries. HOA CORNER - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED By Brenda Jackson Your HOA is made up of volunteers looking to make a difference and keep Lake Ashton the premiere 55+ community it is today and into the future. There are openings in several categories: • Nominations Committee Chair and Members to encourage members to run for HOA Board and tally the member votes. It won’t take a lot of your time but will be vital to the success of the elections. These positions need to be filled by December 7. Don’t delay, reach out today! If you are interested, please contact your HOA Admin, Brenda Jackson. • HOA Board of Directors - 2 positions are expiring in February 2024. Please consider joining the Board and make your voice heard while helping your neighbors. Please contact your Board President, Marti Schmidt or your HOA Admin, Brenda Jackson. • Compliance Reps - the Team looks through the community to see what properties need assistance in bringing their property into compliance with our CC&Rs. If you are interested, please contact your Compliance Chair, Debbie Holmes. Don’t be shy. It is a great way to meet your neighbors, learn about our community, and help keep Lake Ashton the paradise we have all come to love! No experience needed and training is provided! Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you! LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Marti Schmidt, President & Treasurer treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • John Leale, Vice President vicepresident2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Harold Jackson secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Bob Prowant manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Greg Bluemke arc@lakeashtonhoa.org LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Dave Bishop, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • James Akridge, Vice President/HOA Liaison vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Claude Browne, Secretary secretaryla2@outlook.com • Bill Martin, Vice President & Assistant Treasurer vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook • Connie Strassberg, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.co A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay 6%? Use US and pay 2.9%! Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A+ Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 15 ?

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison AMAZON CUSTOMERS SUBJECT TO SCAMS! With online shopping on the rise and the holidays right around the corner, online retailer Amazon is warning of scams affecting their customers. The two scams Amazon wants us to know about are: 1. Prime Membership - an unexpected call/text/email that indicate an issue with your membership and ask you to click a link in the email or text to update your payment information. If it’s a call, they ask for you to provide your payment information immediately over the phone. 2. Account suspension/deletion- using email/text/calls you are informed your account will be suspended or deleted and prompted to click a link (email/text) or verbally “verify your account’. This tactic lures customers to provide account information, payment information, and account login credentials. What’s scary is how legitimate the email/ text/call looks and sounds. Amazon wants you to know that they will never contact you asking for this information. Their emails will never ask you to click a link but will instead direct you to login to your account and review messages in the message center. Amazon asks if you receive communication that you suspect is not legit, please report it at amazon.com/reportascam. Questions/ concerns, contact Deputy Chief, Joan DiBattista @ 239.851.7899. Neighborhood Watch (NW) Chief Fay Wood would like to personally thank our Deputy Chief, Public Relations Liaison all our dedicated Deputies, and Community Partners for the ongoing teamwork to making the total community NW so successful. Also, NW would like to wish the entire Lake Ashton community & families a happy, healthy and safe holiday season as we move forward to the New Year.

MOVI ES DECEMBER 5 - 7 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE FAMILY PLAN 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 58MIN Dan Morgan (Mark Wahlberg) loves his quiet suburban life as a devoted husband, father, and successful car salesman. But that's only half the story. Decades earlier, he was an elite government assassin tasked with eliminating the world's deadliest threats. When enemies from his past track him down, Dan packs his unsuspecting wife (Michelle Monaghan), angsty teen daughter, pro-gamer teen son and adorable 10-month-old baby into their minivan and takes off on an impromptu cross-country road trip to Las Vegas. Determined to protect his family, while treating them to the vacation of a lifetime, Dan must put his long-dormant skills into action, without revealing his true identity. DECEMBER 12 - 14 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 31MIN From writer and director Nia Vardalos, the worldwide phenomenon My Big Fat Greek Wedding is coming back to theaters with a brand-new adventure. Join the Portokalos family as they travel to a family reunion in Greece for a heartwarming and hilarious trip full of love, twists and turns. Opa! DECEMBER 19 - 21 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM GENIE 2023 | PG | 1H 32MIN Alone in his New York City apartment, a despondent Bernard (Paapa Essiedu) dusts off a jewelry box he finds in their home and 18 CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWINGS: ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 unintentionally releases the one entity (Melissa McCarthy), Flora, a magical genie, who just might be able to help him get his family back. In the process, Flora and Bernard will discover that love, and an unexpected friendship, can unleash a special holiday magic all its own. DECEMBER 27 - 28 (NO SHOWINGS DECEMBER 26) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM BLUE BEETLE 2023 | PG-13 | 2HR 7MIN Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero BLUE BEETLE. MAY 7 FEATURE FILM FRIDAYS — 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED DECEMBER 1 AT 11 AM (NO 3 & 7 PM SHOWINGS) SERENDIPITY 2001 | PG-13 | 1H 30MIN A couple (Kate Beckinsale, John Cusack) meet on Christmas Eve and sparks fly - but she believes in destiny, and if this pair is meant to be together, fate will make it so. Ten years later, the girl decides to give destiny a hand. DECEMBER 8 AT 11 AM (NO 3 & 7 PM SHOWINGS) THE PREACHER'S WIFE 1996 | PG | 2H 4MIN A cleric begins to doubt himself and is visited by an angel (Denzel Washington). The heavenly emissary is supposed to help the good reverend over his midlife crisis, but he is distracted by the cleric's lovely young wife (Whitney Houston). DECEMBER 15 AT 11 AM & 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) FOUR CHRISTMASES 2008 | PG-13 | 1HR 28 MIN When their plans for an exotic vacation fall apart, unmarried couple Brad (Vince Vaughn) and Kate (Reese Witherspoon) must spend Christmas Day trudging around to a quartet of family get-togethers. While Brad counts the hours till he can escape the onslaught of crazy relatives, Kate begins to wonder about her own choices and ponders whether her family members are so crazy after all. DECEMBER 22 CANDY CANE LANE 2023 | PG Eddie Murphy stars in this holiday comedy adventure about a man on a mission to win his neighborhood's annual Christmas home decoration contest. After Chris (Eddie Murphy) inadvertently makes a deal with a mischievous elf named Pepper (Jillian Bell) to better his chances of winning, she casts a magic spell that brings the 12 Days of Christmas to life, and wreaks havoc on the whole town. At the risk of ruining the holidays for his family, Chris, his wife Carol (Tracee Ellis Ross), and their three children must race against the clock to break Pepper's spel l , battle deviously magical characters, and save Christmas for everyone. DECEMBER 29 WHEN HARRY MET SALLY 1989 | R | 1HR 25MIN Harry (Billy Crystal) and Sally (Meg Ryan) meet on a trip to New York after graduating. As their lives and careers grow separately, their paths cross over and over again, causing them to consider a romance with each other.

EVENTS OUTDOOR MENORAH LIGHTING Hanukkah begins the evening of Thursday, December 7, and ends the evening of Friday, December 15. Everyone is welcome to celebrate Hanukkah, which is Hebrew for “dedication,” and also known as the Festival of Lights, by coming to an outdoor Menorah Lighting, on December 12 at 5:30 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot, presented by the Chabad Jewish Center. HOLIDAY GOLF CART PARADE By Carolyn Bishop The Holiday Golf Cart Parade will be here before you know it, on December 15. Line up at the HFC will begin at 5:30 pm with the parade kicking off at 6. A reception in the Clubhouse will follow . All ar e welcome! Individuals, groups and clubs are encouraged to participate. No sign up is necessary but if you have any special requests please contact Carolyn Bishop at 919-606-8844. Volunteers are needed to bake cookies for the reception following the parade in the Clubhouse. Watch for a sign up link on TicketLeap. Thank you to the Parade Sponsor: Water’s Edge of Lake Wales LA ASHTONETTES By Gina Krall The LA Ashtonettes have lead the Holiday Parade for many years marching and twirling from the HFC to the Clubhouse. Any former majorettes are welcome to join for this year's parade. Text 443.783.6191 or email ginakrall@yahoo.com. TRIVIA By David Fix Join your neighbors for a fun time and a chance to win some cash! It’s only $1 to play, teams not required. Maximum of 8 per table. Bring your own snacks and drinks. Doors open at 6 pm and trivia begins at 7. Next date: December 10. ASHTONES PERFORMANCES! By Dan Krueger The Ashtones Quartet will sing at Monday Coffee on December 11 at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. They will also be singing Christmas carols and other stuff table-side Sunday, December 17, during Brunch at Charm City from 11am to 2 pm. Don’t miss these performances by your very talented neighbors. Contact Danny at 414-651-8888, cofcrsccl@gmail.com about availability for holiday parties. SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YO U R S M A R T P H O N E TO S I G N U P F O R EVENTS LISTED IN THIS ISSUE. PET PARADE By Carolyn Bishop The First Annual Howl-o-ween Pets on Parade Costume Contest took place on Halloween day with almost 30 dogs in attendance! The three celebrity judges; Marco Magiolo, Denise Tessier and Lisa Baker picked their favorites which was a difficult task with all the canine citizens looking so adorable! Judge’s Choice Awards went to: •Mitzi, Don and Shelly as the Singing Ukulele trio •Lulu and Lynn as Little Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf •Tammy and Susanne as a Lightening Bug •Honorable mention to Duke and Susan’s Granddaughter as Beauty and the Beast All participants received a certificate and goodie bag. A generous donation by our participants and our sponsor was given to Lisa Baker with the Humane Society. Thank you to Tessier Law Firm for sponsoring the event. Watch for the Second Annual Pet Parade next year! FALL FESTIVAL WRAP-UP Yet another great Fall Festival is in the books! It was wonderful seeing residents bowl with pumpkins, have their caricatures drawn, and get their faces painted. We had a tie on a winner for the Guess How Many Spiders Game, Shelba Powell and Sue Morris’ guest, Jackson, both came up with the same number, yet, strangely enough, not one person guessed the right weight for the pumpkin. Thank you again to all of our sponsors Matt Simpson of Edward Jones, Water’s Edge, Cruise Planners, Weaver-Loveless Law, Small World Tours, Never Left Alone, and Performance Carts. Keep an eye out for the date for next year’s Fall Festival! CLUBHOUSE OPEN HOUSE Thanks to everyone who attended the Clubhouse Open House! Staff and supervisors were proud to showcase all the improvements made to the Clubhouse this year.

LARC CHRISTMAS PARTY All are invited to the Annual “Make it Merry” Christmas Event December 9 from 5:30 - 9:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom, an evening of holiday celebration and good food with friends! You will enjoy a full dinner by Charm City, dance to the music of DJ Wayne, and take home something special — there will be door prizes for everyone. The menu includes your choice of salmon or sirloin steak (which you will designate when you select your ticket), salad, baked potato and dessert. Charm City will provide the cash bar. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LARC. Members pay $30 per person and guests are $35. Purchase tickets by end of day December 1. CHRISTMAS CAROL-OKE By Cheryl Winchester Don’t miss out on an evening full of holiday spirit and entertainment December 16 from 7 to 10 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LAPAC would like everyone to join us for free — this is our way of giving back to the Lake Ashton community for always supporting our endeavors. The free tickets are only available until we fill up. Tickets are online and at the Clubhouse Activities Office. CHILI COOKOFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a Chili Cook-off Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 12, 2024 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. Residents can sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to cook chili or donate baked goods, which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets must be purchased in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LA Purple Stars; 12 tickets for $10, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili. Corn bread, water, and baked goods are cash sales; $1/ item. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. LA CRUISE-IN JAN. 14, 2024 3 — 6 pm Shine up that chrome, get those tires scrubbed, and rev those engines on January 14 from 3 pm to 6 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot to enjoy food trucks, classic and modern cars, and live music from Southbound. We will be judging cars and presenting the winners of each category with a prize: Best Classic (pre-1989), Best Modern (post-1989), and Crowd Favorite. Registration ends December 18. If you’d like to enter your car into the show, register online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Spectators do not need to sign up to attend this free event! Sponsored by Performance Carts and Water’s Edge. LAKE ASHTON CLUB FAIR Anyone interested in learning more about Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups or Organizations should attend this Expo on January 24 in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 10 am to 1 pm. Light refreshments provided. Register via the online link that will be sent out via email blast after December 6 for a table. This is a great time to grow membership and attract new members whether you facilitate an exercise group, public safety group, sports activity, or arts and crafts group. Exhibitor space is limited so don’t wait to sign up! LAVA AUXILIARY TAG SALE By Donna Debnar The biannual Lake Ashton version of a garage sale will take place Saturday, January 20, 2024 in the Clubhouse ballroom from 9 am to 2 pm. Clean out your closets and drawers and rent a table space and bring your wares for sale. It’s a good time to make room for all those new holiday gifts. You can also donate items for sale. All proceeds benefit the veterans. To reserve your space contact Donna Debnar at 863-845-5275 or email at djdebnar@gmail.com. Only Lake Ashton residents may purchase a table space but the sale will be open to the public. 23

VINTAGE ROADSHOW Lake Ashton’s second Vintage Roadshow will be held on January 24 at 6 pm! A group of very knowledgeable vendors will be in attendance to help share their knowledge of your beloved or unique antique/vintage/retro items. Categories and time increments are as follows: Jewelry, Watches, & Clocks (no more than 3 pieces per person) – 15 minutes per person Ceramics, Pottery, Glassware, & Holiday – 10 minutes/person Toys & Sports – 10 minutes/person Books & Paper Items – 10 minutes/person Signs & Advertisement Pieces – 10 minutes/person Coins & Military (no weapons, please) – 15 minutes/ person Pictures & Paintings – 10 minutes/person Tools & Cast Iron – 10 minutes/person Electronics – 10 minutes/person Furniture – Limited to the first 9 to sign up, the vendor will come to your house to look at your item. You will need to sign up for a time slot online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. SAVE THE DATE By Marsha Martin The Creative Quilters are gearing up for their 2024 Quilt Show and would love to have our Lake Ashton friends come and see what we have been doing. With more than 10 new people joining our group in the last year there will be even more quilts than ever before! With more group projects such as Tear and Share and a Mystery Quilt, we will have tons of new quilts and ideas to look at. We are also raffling off 2 different quilts this year with the proceeds going to buy fabric to make quilts for our resident veterans. Mark your calendars for February 21, 2024 from 11 am to 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Hope to see you there. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE February 10, 2024 - Greek Festival February 14, 2024 - Valentine's Event February 23, 2024 - Pirate Party Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Real Estate Expertise Brad did a phenomenal job putting our listing together that provided a perfect visualization of our home. His tips and suggestions were on target and the photos were perfect. Brad answered all our questions with solid guidance. His ability to author a complete narrative of our home enabled us to have a buyer in one week. Working with us on our offer and counter-offer was spot on. When we knew we were selling, there was no one else we wanted to represent us than Brad. He is a true professional and provides outstanding customer service to his clients. Brad, you are the best. Gary & Sue Johnson 13 September 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390

2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES at Lake Ashton JAN.30 MAR.6 JAN.18 FE 9B. RHINESTONE COWGIRLS SOUL OF BROADWAY MODERN GENTLEMEN THE SHOWMAN starring SEASON TICKET PRICES: 5 PM REGULAR: $125 5 PM PREMIUM: $150 8 PM REGULAR: $150 8 PM PREMIUM: $175 SEASON TICKETS ARE SOLD ONLY TO LAKE ASHTON RESIDENTS. LIMIT ONE TICKET PER RESIDENT. HAVE LAKE ASHTON PHOTO IDENTIFICATION ON HAND TO PURCHASE WITH MASTERCARD, VISA, OR CHECK PAYABLE TO LACDD. TICKETS CAN ONLY BE RESOLD TO LAKE ASHTON RESIDENTS. 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES SPONSOR: FRANKIE SCINTA MAR.29 Services Offered: Asset Protection • Crisis Medicaid Planning Proactive Estate Planning • Probate & Trust Administration Special Needs Planning • VA Benefits Planning 26 JENENE CARAMIELO NEW SEASON TICKET SALES END: December 8, 2023 INDIVIDUAL TICKETS (IF AVAILABLE) GO ON SALE: December 19, 2023 www.FamilyElderLaw.com Lake Wales (863) 676-8432 Sebring (863) 658-3506 Lakeland (863) 808-1740 VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY DECOR! All residents will have the chance to vote for the most festive, most extravagant, and the best overall outdoor holiday decor featured in Lake Ashton from December 1 through December 14. An email blast will be sent out with a list of participating addresses along with an online voting form. The winner will be presented with a trophy and be featured in the LA Times. If you have any questions, please contact Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or James Margeson (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com) with any questions. Thank you to the Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group for this wonderful idea! The Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group is made up of resident volunteers from Lake Wales and Winter Haven that work together with staff to come up with ideas for community events and activities. 27

BODY MIND SOUL Simply Healthy Everything is Connected Make it a goal in 2024 to focus on improving your mental health and fitness. Check out these offerings for your Mind, Body, and Soul at the Clubhouse and the HFC. CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM HFC ✴Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 9 am. $5/class (payable at class, min. 10). No equipment required. Led by Kim Skinner, an accredited yoga instructor since 2019 (AND a Licensed Mental Health Counselor!). Kim incorporates yoga, meditation and breath work into the practice. ✴Water Aerobics: Tuesdays — Saturdays at 8:30 am ✴Free Virtual Meditation Session: Mondays at 3 pm via Zoom ✴Virtual Coaching Sessions with Transformation Coach Joel Eyres January 8 and 22 at 4:30 pm in the Cinema. ✴Beginning Chair & Balance: Mondays at 10 am ✴Classical Stretch: Mondays & Thursdays at 11 am ✴Aqua Reloaded: Mondays at 12 pm, Wednesdays & Fridays at 10 am ✴Cardio Swing & Yoga Cool: Tuesday & Thursdays at 9 AM ✴Triple B (Bat Wings, Bellies, & Bulges): Wednesdays at 9 am ✴Basic Fitness & Cardio: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 am ✴Aqua Motion: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 4 pm ✴Back To Basics: Fridays at 9 am Sign up at either Activities Office or scan the QR code to sign up online. 28 MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. THINK & DRINK: DO I HAVE A RETRO VINTAGE ANTIQUE? Have you ever wondered if that one item on the shelf classifies as an antique? Join Gordon Broadhead, owner of G’s Vintage Market in Lake Wales, on December 29 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom for a thought-provoking discussion about the different classifications of yesteryear’s items. Gordon will also have a Q&A segment during the discussion. Sign up by scanning the QR code above, online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Here we are at the end of another year! This is a great time to reflect on the positives and negatives of this year and to make plans for a better future. A good self-evaluation helps to identify patterns (both positive & negative) that help or hinder our health goals. How many of us are moving through life unaware of our physical declines? Do we notice our body changing with each year? This natural decline in our physical abilities is so gradual that most of us won’t take note of it until we are forced to; like at our yearly physical exam. Can you touch your toes? TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 Truth is, we form habits and biases that are responsible for who we are today. For example, If I start eating ice cream after dinner; I would start to crave ice cream after dinner. Likewise, if I start going to bed earlier in the evening; I would start to feel sleepy earlier as well. It all boils down to being a victim of, or a master of our habits. So, if you want to change a negative behavior like a food craving, you will need to stop giving in to the craving. If you have ever seen someone take a pacifier from a baby, you understand how challenging it can be. Our bodies are amazingly adaptive and will get stronger if we challenge it with weight training and cardio. Likewise, it will become weaker and less flexible if we spend too much time sitting or lying down. Let’s start this new year with purpose! Chose to do more and work towards being more flexible, more energetic, and more disciplined. We owe it to our future selves to work toward being more physically fit than we are today.

BEGINNER BRIDGE CLASS Thursday mornings at 8:30 am at the HFC leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com or 813-288-0809. TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers are welcome but this class is not designed for beginning tappers. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (cwinchester1012@gmail.com, 305-725-4946) Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. LINE DANCING WITH JOHN MOORE Tuesday evenings (Beginners 7-8 pm and Beginners Plus 8-9 pm) and Thursday mornings (Beginners 9-10 am and Beginners Plus 10-11 am) in the Clubhouse Ballroom LINE DANCING CLASS Instructor: Lorrrie Shearin Thursdays at the HFC 1 pm Beginner Class - Everyone is welcome! No experience needed. Dances will be easy and fun, dances used at River Ranch will be taught. 2 pm Improver Class - Teaching dances that have tags, restarts, turns, and maybe faster. Some experience may help, but everyone can try and learn new dances that may seem more advanced. Sometimes they are easier than they look. MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience sought to join the group that meets Wednesdays at the HFC from 2 to 4 pm. Contact: Myrna Soberman at myrna.steve23@gmail.com. SHUFFLEBOARD GROUP Join this group every Tuesday at 6 pm at the Shuffleboard Courts. Contact Marcie or Darrell Saxton at 863-324-1212. Home Instead® Care Professionals can provide the care needed to ensure your loved one returns home safely . Call (863) 294-9141 or visit HomeInstead.com/333 FL Lic# 299994096 PERSONAL CARE | TRANSPORTATION | MEALS & NUTRITION | MEMORY CARE Each Home Instead® office is an independently owned and operated franchise of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company. © 2022 Home Instead, Inc.

CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8:30 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. FUSED GLASS HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS & PROJ ECTS Instructor: Jill Groves Create 2 ornaments from several provided designs on Wednesday, December 6 from 6 to 9 pm at the HFC Craft Room, and December 15 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. On Wednesday, December 20 from 6 to 9 pm at the HFC Craft Room, students can select from two types of projects: a glass tree with a birch log stand or a glass design with a votive holder & a battery candle. Sign up at the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desks, or online. Cost is $35 payable at the class with cash, credit, or check. Preregistration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr December 9 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room Christmas Angel $35 (payable at class) — sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on December 8 CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Join Carmen in the Clubhouse Ballroom on January 9 at 11:30 for a papier-mâché class! Learn how to make decorative papier-mâché flamingoes by using different types of paper. All supplies and instructions will be included for $10. Space is limited so sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by January 4 to reserve your spot for this class. Next Class: DIY Heart Pillow on February 6. BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Create your own beautiful handpainted wine glasses on January 10 at 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. For $35, each painter will receive step-by-step instructions and will be supplied with two wine glasses, paints, and brushes. Stop by the Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli to reserve your spot by January 3. You won’t want to miss this; a maximum of 30 people can sign up but a minimum of 10 people is needed! Next Class: February 7 WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and structures. Sessions are January 12, February 9, and March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. Call 863-307-1244 to reserve a place. SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski on February 6 at 11:30 am to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! This month’s class will be for the winter Holidays. If you participated in the last class and received a frame, be sure to bring that frame back to the class. Instructions and materials will be provided for $16. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. 5 Tax Filing Tips That Help Keep The IRS Auditor Away Right now is a great time to evaluate your current tax situation and enact a few changes to help keep the IRS tax auditor away. The first thing to evaluate is whether the correct amount of taxes are being withheld, your Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are on track, deductions are accurate, and if you are correctly listing charitable deductions on your return. Although examining and updating your W-4 is a great place to start, here are a few more ways to save on personal taxes that you may want to consider: • Save more into a pre-tax-sheltered retirement savings account. • Fully fund or increase your contribution into a flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) • Determine if you’re eligible for the earned income tax credit (EITC) • Evaluate if you qualify for the alternative minimum tax (AMT). • Increase your deductions. • Donate money to a charitable cause. Meeting with your financial professional and tax professional can help ensure you are managing your tax situation. A tax review is essential while saving for retirement and after you retire since retirement is often when taxes on distributions from pre-tax retirement savings accounts hit. This situation makes pre-retirement tax planning important. As you review your tax situation this spring, are five tax filing tips to watch for: Tip #1- Unemployment benefits are taxed. Unemployment benefits are taxable income by the IRS and in almost every state. If you received benefits, you may receive a 1099 form showing your benefits income by year-end. In most states, taxes are not taken from your benefits, so you’ll need to pay taxes on your unemployment benefits. In some states, unemployment benefits are not taxed, so if you’re unsure if your state taxes benefits, reach out to your tax professional for clarification. Tip #2-The home office deduction may not apply to you. If you work from home, you may assume you qualify for the home deduction. Unfortunately, work-related expenses are not eligible for deduction if you’re an employee on an employer’s payroll. Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident 33 Tip #3- Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) require special attention. Under The SECURE Act, your first RMD starts when you turn age 72, which is a later age than in previous years. The RMD rule generally applies to the age of the original owner of a traditional IRA, SIMPLE IRA, SEP IRA, a 401(k) or 403(b). Roth IRAs do not have RMDs. Tip #4- RMD tables have changed. Since the RMD tables hadn’t been updated since the early 2000s and people now have longer life expectancies, the tables were updated in 2022. Here are a few things to note about the updated RMD tables which impact how much RMD monies you need to take: • RMDs are now at a lesser percentage. • RMD amounts are smaller in order to extend the balance over a longer time period. • A Smaller RMD means fewer taxes to pay. • More money remaining in retirement savings accounts means more opportunities for tax-deferred accumulation through reinvesting. • The new updated RMD tables help investors to manage their taxable income better. Tip# 5- Charitable deductions may save you money. For the 2022 and 2023 tax years, charitable contribution deduction rules are now that taxpayers can only deduct charitable contributions if they itemize their tax deductions on Schedule A. In addition, taxpayers can only claim charitable contribution deductions for cash contributions to public charities and operating foundations up to 60% of their adjusted gross income (AGI). 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CLUBS By Becky Wilson LA PICKLEBALL CLUB 11 at 10:30 am in the Cinema. Each month we strive to broaden our knowledge through educational videos and guest speakers. Members also share their photos and knowledge. All Lake Ashton residents regardless of photography skill levels are invited to attend. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The LA Garden Club met on November 8 and Judy The Lake Ashton pickleball courts had quite a different look to them on October 28! LAPA held a Halloween Mixer with all participants playing in costume. The courts were filled with all kinds of scary, funny, but most of all, fun-loving players. It was a fun morning for the players and just as much fun for the spectators! Carmen Woodlief and Lisa Savala were the winners for the women and Rick McKibben and Graham Littlehale were the men’s winners. Good news…you can now join and pay your dues at the Clubhouse or the HFC! If paying or signing up at the Clubhouse, use the signup window as usual. At the HFC, there is now a black box on the wall directly to the left of the wooden framed forms holder. For those wishing to become members of LAPA, membership forms can be found in the holder. The form is easy to fill out and shows you how much to pay. Attach a check payable to “LAPA” and drop it in the box. Existing members renewing their membership may drop their checks for $12 in the box. Please be sure to write member(s) names on the check. How easy is that? Happy holidays and good cheer to all of Lake Ashton! CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock If you’re interested in photography and would like to share your enthusiasm and knowledge with others, please join us at one of our Camera Club meetings. Our December meeting will be held Monday December Perry was the presenter. Judy showed those in attendances how to use rosemary and other herbs to create herb vinegars. All participants were able to create and take home a bottle. There were flowers and labels to add to the décor of the bottle. The Garden Club membership continues to grow. The club has a diversity of members with many interests. Members are always willing to help. There are many experts, novices and beginners all with the same goal; to garden. Our next meeting will be December 13th at 10am in the Pavilion. There will be a garden themed gift swap, holiday pastries and apple cider. The club meets every second Wednesday of each month. LA WOODWORKERS CLUB ANNUAL MEETING By Jim Sullivan The Lake Ashton Woodworkers will have their annual membership meeting on January 15 at 10:30 am in the front of the Ballroom, immediately after Monday Coffee. New Memberships and renewals are being offered at this meeting. Membership to the Lake Ashton Woodworkers is available to all Lakes Ashton residents. For all new residents, the woodworkers shop here at Lake Ashton is first class, with the finest equipment. With your new membership you will receive a complete training session to ensure your safety and ability to use the equipment. At times during the year, classes are offered to help you create woodworking projects. The Lake Ashton Woodworkers club is completely selfsupported. The annual dues are $150 per year. That is a lot more than past years, however we had a substantial increase in the monthly rent. We are looking forward to another great year of making sawdust and enjoying the woodworking club here at Lake Ashton. LA TRAVELERS By Laurie Cayton Claus. There will be a collection of new unwrapped toys in support of the Rudolph Roundup, benefiting foster children in our area. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. GENEALOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The Lake Ashton Travelers headed down to Punta Gorda November 2 - 6 to enjoy a Rally which included the Florida International Air Show taking place right next to the Creekside RV Resort where they were staying. The Rally included evening socials, a potluck, two catered dinners, breakfast gatherings and a great game of Bingo where the prizes included gift cards to Charm City and handmade crafts. The highlight of the Air Show was watching the Thunderbirds fly in several formations and perform breathtaking maneuvers. The LA Travelers celebrated their 20th Anniversary as a FMCA Chapter with a party on November 14. The South-East Regional Vice President, Bill Dees, presented the certificate to Chapter President Dan Leininger (pictured). The group is the longest running club in Lake Ashton with over 400 current and former members. The annual Christmas Party will be held on December 3 in the Clubhouse. If you want to join the group, contact Maureen Sim who heads up the membership drive at 863-604-0309. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz In lieu of a December monthly meeting, the LADC encourages attendance at the Holiday Party for all Polk County Democrats on Tuesday, December 12 from 6:00-9:00 pm at the Yard on Mass, located at 802 North Massachusetts Avenue in Lakeland. RSVP to PolkDems_HolidayParty@yahoo.com. There will be music by DJ Bush, food trucks, outdoor and indoor seating, and a visit from Santa 35 Members of the Genealogy Club traveled to the Family Search Center in Lakeland on November 4 and 11 to delve more deeply into their family trees. We were t r e a t e d t o t h e h e l p a n d expertise of Steve and Betty, and boy, did we find a lot of info! Come join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, December 13 at 2 PM in the HFC Craft Room. We will be happy to help you delve into your family tree. Questions, call Jane at 815-545-6655. FRIENDLY BOCCE GROUP By Carl Boast All Lake Ashton residents are invited to come out on Mondays and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm to play some fun games of Bocce Ball. No experience is required. Anyone who is playing would be more than happy to teach you and go over the Lake Ashton Bocce Ball rules and regulations. The group also has the Bocce courts reserved for the 1st and 3rd Fridays for the 2024 season from 4pm to 6pm for our tailgate parties. Bring your drinks and an appetizer to share. This is a great opportunity to socialize and play some games. The Bocce group is planning a potluck dinner on January 17, 2024 from 5 to 8 pm at the HFC Community Room. Bring a drink of your choice and a dish to serve eight for a fun night of food and friends. Plates, napkins, and utensils will be supplied. If you plan to attend the potluck a signup sheet will be available in the HFC. Contact Stephanie Iszak (609-980-9505, siszak@comcast.net) or Tammy Shields (863-632-2024, tammy.shields1221@gmail.com) with questions. Looking forward to having many new Friendly Bocce players.

LA CANADIAN CLUB By Heather & Ken Miyauchi, Janet & Ed Wills Calling all Canadians! After a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we restarted our LA Canadian Club dinners in 2023. The dinners were well attended and everyone enjoyed renewing old friendships and meeting new friends. Please join us for great food, lively conversation, entertaining games, and even a few laughs on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m. The dinner will include honey glazed ham, grilled chicken breast, garlic cheddar mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, garden salad, French rolls, dessert, and iced tea. The price is unchanged at $17 per person. Where else can you get a threecourse dinner for $14 plus tip and tax? Sign up and submit your payment at the HFC Activities Desk. Make your $17 checks payable to “Ed Wills”, treasurer. Sign up by December 31. Looking forward to seeing everyone on January 11! SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In November, 39 people attended the meeting. Susan Castillo reported that she and Karen Nelson attended a facilitator meeting and reserved the Ballroom for meetings and cards on Sunday from 2-4 pm and the Pavilion on the third Thursday of every month from 4–6 pm for the Single Mingle in 2024. The date for the Christmas party at Deb Kreider’s house has been changed to December 14 at 4:30 pm. Wrapped gifts for the Senior Orphans were turned in by November 26. Athene booked reservations at the Jacaranda Hotel in Avon Park on January 4 for lunch. Athene will collect $21.50 from each person attending the luncheon at the December meeting.The Jacaranda Hotel will still be decorated for Christmas. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on December 3. 37

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Pictured are LA Swim Club members Cathy Liska and Sandy Papineau with Coach Sandy White at the Golden Age Games in Sanford. The women are part of the 4-year-old Lake Ashton Swim Club; and, as you can see by the hardware around their necks, they won 9 medals. The Golden Age Games are the oldest senior games in the country, and Lake Ashton has been represented there for the past 3 years. Cathy and Sandy P., along with a few other members, have also qualified for the Florida State Senior Games Championships, which will be held Dec. 2-3 in Temple Terrace. This will be the fourth year that we have had swimmers qualify for and swim at States. Some of the club members are gearing up for the Polk County and Lee County Senior Games which will be held the first weekend of March. Other club members, who are interested in fitness swimming, are doing well on their goals to swim 100 miles in the HFC pool (not all at once)! There are a couple members with injuries (not from swimming) and we wish them a speedy recovery. Whether you are interested in fitness, competition, or camaraderie, new members are always welcome! The only requirement is an ability to swim 2 lengths of the pool. LASC reserves the pool Mondays 6-7 pm, Wednesdays 1-2 pm, and Saturdays 10-11 am. Workouts are tailored to individual needs, and Coach Sandy is available to help improve stroke technique and offer other swimming tips. MEALS ON WHEELS FUND RAISER RESULTS By Marcia Santino The Pinehurst Loop Social Committee (“PLSC”) held a LA Community Gift Basket Raffle benefitting Meals on Wheels of Polk County. This raffle was designed to raise awareness of this amazing organization in a fun and interactive way. A total of 32 incredible gifts, pictured, were donated by Pinehurst Loop residents, local businesses and The LA Purple Stars. People across the community participated in the raffle over a two-week selling period and drawings were held on November 7th. Over $2,500 was raised for Meal on Wheels and the proceeds were presented to their Executive Director, Susan Eldridge, pictured with some of the PLSC members, on November 8. If you or someone you know would like information on meal delivery services available from Meals on Wheels, call 863-299-1616. To volunteer, email MOWpolk.org. For the complete list of raffle winners, please email slenarz2005@yahoo.com DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged — contact Don Fuller at dfuller627@yahoo.com. October 16: North-South 1st Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare, 2nd Graham Littlehales & Howard Mayne; 3rd Jeannine Connors & Dee Mayne EastWest 1st Dick Dole & Lois Dole; 2nd Trish Kellar & Marian Oshinsky; 3rd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster October 23: 1st Ralph Ritter & Liz Smith; 2nd Graham Littlehales & Jeannine Connors; 3rd James Ford & Don Fuller October 30: North-South 1st Marian Oshinsky & Trish Kellar; 2nd James Ford & Don Fuller; 3rd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; East-West 1st Judy Robertson & Ralph Ritter; 2nd Graham Littlehales & Howard Mayne; 3rd Judy Marine & Marge Kniat November 6: 1st James Ford & Don Fuller; 2nd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 3rd Liz Smith & Keith Stevens ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 39 AUTHORIZED DEALER

LA ROCKERS By Annie Lutz LA Rockers is a wonderful group of residents that spreads acts of kindness to our LA Community. You never know what a small painted rock can do to someone’s day, outlook, or even their life. It’s about sharing a little message of encouragement to someone who needs it. It’s about bringing smiles to our neighbors. It’s about welcoming new neighbors. We are busy creating rocks for two service projects for the coming holidays. We are almost finished painting rocks for the LA Singles group holiday project. We are also busy painting rocks for Water’s Edge residents. The group normally meets in the HFC Community Center from 2 to 4 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, but there will be no meetings in December. The 1st Wednesday is for current members to learn new skills and techniques. The 3rd Wednesday is a “Free Paint” session where newcomers are welcome to join the group. Come give us a try in January! Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session. Contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before their first meeting so that supplies can be provided. Wishing everyone Happy Holidays and a Healthy New Year! ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda The last potluck of the year will be Thursday, December 14 at 6 pm at the HFC. Bring your favorite dish to share, a beverage and $2 to cover expenses. Desserts are taken care of. New members are always welcome, so if you have some Italian heritage please join and make new friends. No RSVP needed. Questions? Call Susie Escoda at 863-206-6566. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary will be Wednesday, December 20 at 5 pm at Charm City for a quick meeting and then dinner and some cheer Thank you LAVA Auxiliary and Lake Ashton neighbors for making the Craft Fair a success! More than 1,020 people came to the Craft Fair! Many stopped by as they were leaving (bags in hand) to let us know how much they enjoyed attending, and the vendors were extremely pleased as well. Many have already reserved their spot for next year. Thanks to the bakers who provided their homemade baked goods, the Kitchen Crew and Charm City for their generous donation. The “Bake Shop” and hot dog sales were a tremendous success. We also want to thank LAVA for their support with parking and helping the vendors set up their booth. Thanks to all the LAVA Auxiliary volunteers. Get ready for the Tag Sale (garage sale) in January hosted by the LAVA Auxiliary. See page 24 for more details. May you be blessed with making happy memories this holiday season. Let’s keep in prayer our military who will not be with family this season. God Bless America! MN, ND, & SD STATE PARTY By Mark Rath All former residents from Minnesota, North and South Dakota are invited to gather for a Potluck dinner and state trivia on February 18, 2024 from 5 to 8pm at the HFC. More details in the next LA Times and at the HFC. 2024 POLK SENIOR GAMES Call or email now to receive an entry booklet in early January for the 2024 Polk Senior Games. 863-533-0055, polkseniorgames50@gmail.com. A representative will be at Monday Coffee on January 8. The Games, scheduled for February 24 - March 9, offer two weeks of 33 Olympic-style sports and games for men and women 50 and over. Pre-registration is required and the deadline is February 9. Fees are $12 for the first event and $5 for each additional event up to a maximum of $37. Additional fees apply for team sports and some events. Everyone receives a specially designed T-shirt. Gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded in each event and age division. GOLF LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Senior Orphans collection was once again a HUGE success. Your generosity, as always, is overwhelming. This should be a great holiday season for these folks in need, thanks to all of you. If you haven’t signed up for the holiday game and party on December 5 – what are you waiting for? There are many fun surprises both on and off the course for this annual event. Please feel free to wear your festive attire, ugly xmas sweaters, and jingle bells. Holiday lights are encouraged. Fun is the name of the game for the holiday party! Remember, we tee off at 9:30 and gather in the parking lot adjacent to Mulligan Way at 9:10am. If you can’t play golf that day, please sign up and join us for lunch. Looking forward to seeing you there! As we end yet another year, please take a few minutes of reflection: remember the members who have left, send healing thoughts to members and/or their families who might be struggling, and share your hearts filled with an attitude of gratitude for all that we experience here at Lake Ashton. Happiest of holidays to you and yours… Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Dawn Neigh We made it through another hurricane season … now, let the fun begin. The dry season is upon us with nice colder crisp weather. So, LET’S GOLF! We have so many opportunities. The best part is golf is in our backyard. November 7 and 8 was our LALGA/LAMGA two-day tournament. What a fun day and the course was full with a total of 90 golfers. Opening Day was November 14. The game was on all par 5s you could tee your ball up in the fairway! Yes, we like to make it interesting. The luncheon afterward was very well thought out and wonderful. Plus, with most of our members participating it made for a fun day of meeting new people and just plain fun. Oh, we did have a serious required annual meeting. Can’t be all fun and games. Our holiday luncheon is December 12. It is always festive. Just a reminder that December 5-18 is our annual toy drive. The upcoming event in January is LALGA Solheim Cup! Mark your calendar for this 2-day competition. Who will win? Red vs Blue? No one knows but I am sure our captains will get their teams fired up. As always, hit them long and hit them straight! Red Hoagland Challenge leaders as of October 31 Liz Leigh Cheryl Coveleskie Beverly Hines Margie Dersham $95.35 $79.75 $78.20 $76.90 Pictured at right: LALGA/LAMGA Tournament Chairmen Jan Baun and Tim Wayt Clubhouse Staff would like to thank the LALGA for all donated during the November food drive for Lake Wales Care Center and the Mission of Winter Haven. 44

LAMGA By David Kubissa As the year winds down, there is a flurry of activity in the men’s league, leading to the launch of the 2024 season in January. The most important event is the December 6 LAMGA annual meeting and luncheon that follow that day’s game of the week – two best nets. Registration for the 2024 season runs from December 1 — 31. Printable application forms have been emailed to members and posted in a printable format on the LAMGA page at LakeAshtonLiving.com. They also will be available at the Pro Shop. Players must complete the form and return it to the golf shop with a $25 registration fee, payable only by check – no cash – to LAMGA. Only enrolled players who have paid their fee will be eligible for league play in 2024.Players who cannot register by the deadline may do so after December 31 but first must complete the application and pay the fee before they can play a LAMGA game. The final standings are in for the prestigious Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge that honors the four players who have accumulated the most winnings from the weekly LAMGA games. The Final Foursome for the year and their order of finish are: 1. John Milsom; 2. Doug Hines; 3. Paul Panone; 4. Rolly Geyer. They will receive gift certificates to the Lake Ashton golf shop, courtesy of Red Hoagland Hyundai. Sponsor spotlight: Christine Graves Insurance, Inc.; Element Funding; Zinsmeister Insurance; Bargain Carts; Brewer Sales and Service; Performance Carts; Lake Ashton Golf Management; and Lake Ashton Ladies Golf Association. For the full lineup, visit the LAMGA section of LakeAshtonLiving.com. Pictured above: Jan Baun rolls a putt on No. 18 West in the LAMGA / LALGA mixer that took place Nov. 7 and 8 as teammates Don Connors, Jane Fuller and Doug Hines look on. The event drew a field of 90 golfers. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

Cheers to the New Year! Don’t Miss The Party of the Year in the Clubhouse Ballroom December 31 from 8 pm to midnight! Cast your negative thoughts and energies into the fire (literally, not just metaphorically) & set your intentions for 2024. Rock all night with B. Haven, enjoy food stations plus a dessert bar, a cash bar with champagne toast at midnight, & make memories in the 360 degree & regular photo booths (sponsored by Kevin Weltlin with State Farm) Tickets: $45 Online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter November 2023 Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! (863) 318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES December Issue Deadline: November 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. NOVEMBER 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com LW Homeowners Association (HOA) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org lakeashtonhoa.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. NOVEMBER 6 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • 3D Mobile Mammography Bus will be giving information and booking appointments for their visit on November 27. Visit 3dmobilemammography.com for more information • LA Woodworkers Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: Everyday Phone Tips with Guardian Wealth - Bring Your Smartphone! • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance, ComForCare NOVEMBER 13 • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speakers: Quilts of Valor, AdventHealth Talks: Alzheimer's Awareness • Featured Vendors: Miller's Central Air, Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, Tessier Law Firm NOVEMBER 20 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING NOVEMBER 27 • Featured Speaker: Lake Wales Art Council • Featured Vendors: Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb, VITAS Healthcare • 3D Mobile Mammography Bus • Central Florida Health Care will facilitate blood pressure and BMI screenings IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 MIND & BODY 34 CLUBS 38 GOLF 44 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD November 17, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD November 20, 9 am (please note new start time) Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm or by appointment HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HOLIDAY CLOS INGS The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 in observance of Thanksgiving. The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed on Monday, December 25 and Tuesday, December 26 in observance of Christmas. The Clubhouse Offices will be closed Monday, January 1 and Tuesday, January 2 in observance of the New Year. The HFC Offices will be closed Monday, January 1. HOLIDAY TRASH COLLECTION CHANGES - THANKSGIVING Trash, recycling and yard waste pickup for Lake Wales residents will occur Saturday, November 25. There aren't any impacts to the trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup for Winter Haven residents. 5 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: November 8 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE November 8 and 22, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot DAYL IGHT SAVING TIME Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 5. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night when you go to bed. Keep in mind that your smartphones and tablets likely already make this change automatically. This is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries. HAVE VISITORS? November is a traditional time for residents to host family and friends. Remember, when you see a visiting grandchild, they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Residents: please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities, but is not required. Anyone using amenities at the Clubhouse or HFC should have a Lake Ashton Resident ID Card or Facilities Guest Pass. All guests can be registered at either Activities Desk during business hours. Renters must have a copy of their fully executed rental agreement. Visit the Clubhouse Activities Office to get your resident photo identification made on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon to 3 pm, or by appointment. Bring a driver's license with your Lake Ashton address on it, or the warranty deed for your home. The application can be filled out at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com. under ‘Additional District Documents’.

WELCOME TO LAKE ASHTON New residents of Lake Ashton can sign up at either Activities Desk and online for a New Resident Orientation held November 3 in the HFC at 2 pm. This is an opportunity to meet community leaders and other new residents, and get information about the community. New residents can also stop by the Clubhouse or HFC during operating hours to receive a welcome packet, sign up for communitywide emails, and more. CLUBHOUSE OPEN HOUSE There will be an Open House at the Clubhouse November 18 from 4 to 8 pm and all Lake Ashton residents are invited to check out the newly refurbished amenities at the Clubhouse and mingle with friends and neighbors. There will be snacks and non-alcoholic beverages set up throughout the Clubhouse. Charm City will offer happy hour pricing for drinks and appetizers in the restaurant during the entire event. This is a free event — no need to sign up, just stop by anytime between 4 and 8 pm. NEW FEES FOR CLERICAL SERVICES AT THE CLUBHOUSE AVAILABLE DURING BUSINESS HOURS • Copies: 8.5x11 B&W - .10 cents per side 8.5x14 or 11x17 B&W - .20 cents per side 8.5x11 color - .30 cents per side 8.5x14 or 11x17 color - .40 cents per side • Faxing: Local - $1.25 for the first page and .25 cents for each additional page Long Distance - $2.25 for the first page and .25 cents for each additional page International - $6.25 for the first page and $4 for each additional page. Incoming Fax: .25 cents per page WELCOME COMMITTEE The Lake Ashton Welcome Committee is being resurrected! A facilitator has volunteered and is now looking for a group of friendly, helpful residents to be a part of the "committee". If you would like to share a few hours a month getting to know and help new neighbors, please email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. The only requirements are that you are community minded and interested in being helpful to new residents. The first meeting will be held the last week in November. SHREDDING EVENT There will be a shredding event on November 11 sponsored by the Lake Wales Breakfast Rotary. Donations are being accepted for Honduras relief. Drop off documents to be shredded starting at 10 am in the Clubhouse west parking lot (near the Tennis Courts). ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Recycle your electronics on November 28 at the Clubhouse. Drop-off starts at 9 am, and no drop-offs will be accepted after 12:30 pm. Please drop off all electronics in the black bins in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Scan the above QR code to view the list of accepted items. 6 are happy to continue this endeavor. Remember the items on the tags are suggestions, so if you see something else that you think a child or teen will appreciate, go ahead and purchase it. Watch for an email blast notifications once the tree is up. The last day to bring gifts is December 14th. NOVEMBER 28 November is a great time to reflect on everything to be thankful for, including living in a community full of caring friends and neighbors. Don't forget to stop by the Clubhouse Lobby to add what you are thankful for to our "Thankful Board". Here are a few opportunities to celebrate the upcoming holidays and give back to the communities surrounding Lake Ashton NOVEMBER FOOD DRI VE - NOVEMBER 1 - 1 5 Food donations for the Winter Haven Mission and Lake Wales Care Center will be collected from November 1 - 15. Drop off donations to the Clubhouse Ballroom Kitchen, Monday - Friday from 9 am - noon. Let's help our surrounding neighbors in need this holiday season. CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock It's time to think of the families in our area that need help to provide a happy holiday for their families. Early this month the Caring Tree will be in the Clubhouse Ballroom loaded with gift tags. These tags are suggestions for gifts that will be given to deserving families in partnership with the Lake Wales Care Center. The gifts must be new and unwrapped. We will collect the gifts and deliver them to the Care Center's distribution center. Parents will select a gift for their family and volunteers will help them with wrapping. Lake Ashton has been a strong supporter of this very worthwhile activity for over 15 years and we 7 There is so much to be thankful for and so many blessings to count! In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, help give back to the community by donating to support Lake Wales Care Center. A donation truck will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot November 28 from 9 to 11 am. NAT I ONAL AL ZHE I MER ' S DI S EA S E MONTH In 1983, President Reagan dedicated the month of November as National Alzheimer's Disease Month. Don't forget to support Team Sam by attending the Walk to End Alzheimer's on November 17 at 9 am. Meet in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot by 8:45 am. Contact Judy Puntureri at 863.214.6647 to sign up. You can also give a monetary donation to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s donation box, in the Clubhouse Activities Office the entire month. Make checks payable to Alzheimer’s Association. LAKE ASHTON SUPPORTS TOYS FOR TOTS By Fred Halde Thank you, Lake Ashton. Since I have taken over responsibility for the pickup and delivery of the Tots for Toys box here, you have never failed to come through. Lake Ashton is one of the prime locations for the collection of toys for this community outreach. There will again be a Toys for Tots box in the HFC from the early part of November thru mid December. I hope you will again express your love for children and support for families by giving generously. Thanks again Lake Ashton, for always being there for others!

JOINT AMENITY FACILITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT V. LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY AND/ OR INSTANCES OF PERSONAL INJURY (EXCERPT) Patrons and their Guests assume sole responsibility for his or her personal property. The District and its contractors shall not be responsible for the loss or damage to any private property used or stored on or in any of the Amenity Facilities. Any Patron or Guest utilizing District equipment is responsible for said equipment. Should the equipment be returned to the District damaged, missing pieces or in worse condition than when it was when usage began, that Patron or Guest will be responsible to the District for any cost associated with repair or replacement of the equipment. Owners and Non-Resident Members are responsible for any damage to equipment incurred by their Guests/Renters/Leaseholders. Patrons should contact the Activities Desk or Security to report missing or damaged equipment. Individuals who, in any manner, make use of or accept the use of any apparatus, appliance, facility, privilege or service whatsoever owned, leased or operated by the Districts or its contractors, or who engages in any contest, game, function, exercise, competition or other activity operated, organized, arranged or sponsored by the Districts, either on or off the Amenity Facilities’ premises, shall do so at his or her own risk. Amenity Facilities are unattended facilities. Persons using the Amenity Facilities do so at their own risk. Amenity Manager's staff members are not present to provide personal training, exercise consultation, athletic instruction, or lifeguard duties, unless otherwise noted, to Patrons or Guests. Persons interested in using the Amenity Facilities are encouraged to consult with a physician prior to commencing a fitness program. The full amenity facilities policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. Questions? Contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com). 8 WINTER HAVEN COMMISSION ELECTION - NOVEMBER 7 Winter Haven residents only can vote Tuesday, November 7 from 7 am - 7 pm at Calvary Baptist Church, 2101 Overlook Dr SE. Candidates on the Ballot: Seat 1: Kim Davis, L. Tracy Mercer Seat 5 (special election to fill the remaining unexpired term to 2025): Johnathon D. Bush, Clifton E. Dollison, Tom D. Freijo Unopposed candidates — Seat 2: Nathaniel J. Birdsong, Jr.; Seat 3: Brian Yates Residen t Spotlight Dan Rosen began planning about 9 months ago to volunteer in Israel. It involved lots of paperwork, letters of recommendation, and interviews via Zoom which he completed. Dan arrived in Israel a week before the war broke out, touring Haifa in the North prior to his volunteer assignment. He met up with his volunteer group the day after War was declared. He had the option to return home, but felt it important to stay and serve. He is spending 2 weeks packing medical supplies for the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) on an Israeli base close to Tel Aviv. The several volunteers are from all over the world. Of course, there are IDF soldiers staying on the base also. They have had to take shelter when the sirens blare, having 40 seconds to feel completely safe. Dan and Nancy have been to Israel several times before, and had always felt safe. Sadly, things are very different now. Nancy is trying to keep busy with friends from Michigan visiting her, and can't wait for Dan’s return and his volunteer stories. 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LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Supervisors and Staff would like to welcome seasonal residents back to Lake Ashton and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. With the return of the snowbirds, many clubs are resuming monthly meetings. Stop by the Activities Office to get more info on how to join some of the clubs advertised. Soon Lake Ashton will sparkle with exterior lights and holiday decorations to get everyone in the spirit of the holidays. This is truly the most wonderful time of year … enjoy it! Supervisors met on October 16. Revised rates for Ballroom rentals, clerical fees and more were approved and can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com under additional district documents "Rules Chapter III". Additionally a quote was approved to install erosion controls along the shore of Lake Ashton behind the Clubhouse. Please stay tuned to emails for information regarding closures in the area. A wrap up report of all actions taken was sent out via email blast on October 20. Please reach out to Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions. A Joint CDD Meeting was also held on October 16. Supervisors discussed the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies and ultimately approved the document with changes discussed at the meeting. A rate and rules hearing is scheduled to take place at the next Joint Board of Supervisors meeting January 19 at the HFC. WELCOME CHARM CITY! LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am November 27 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am November 6, 13 & 27 Residents are encouraged to stop by Charm City Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11am - 8 pm and Sundays, 11 am - 4 pm. They have Happy Hour every day from noon - 4 pm and daily specials. Like them on Facebook for announcements regarding special menu items and events. Owner Nik Minadakis (pictured left) can be found in the Restaurant most days and is always talking with residents and eager to meet new customers. Be sure to talk to him about anything Maryland related, including the Ravens. He is an avid Baltimore Ravens fan … scratch that … an "everything to do with Maryland" sports fan! His staff is also friendly and ready to help make dining in the Restaurant a memorable experience, every time. They have already become family to many Lake Ashton residents. While you are there, try and get Jay (pictured right) to sing! You will not regret it! 10 Simplifying Your Life 863.875.5600 www.performancegolfcarts.com GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Gp GOLF CARTS, PARTS AND ACCESSORIES UNBEATABLE BATTERY PRICES Includes Free Pick Up and Delivery, Professional Installation, Always FREE Pick Up and Delivery 3YEARBumpertoBumper Warranty on New Golf Carts Shop all of our new, used, and refurbished golf carts online 24/7 New 2023 Models Non commissioned sales team here to help you Huge selection of colors and styles Multiple brands and features to choose from From the beginning we set out to be the simplest golf cart company you have ever dealt with. Our straight forward, honest, and up front approach over the years has been our recipe for success. Always offering unmatched guarantees, unmatched value, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Please allow us the opportunity to show you the difference, please stop by and meet our team or give us a call today! 1051 US Highway 92 W Auburndale, FL 33823 (Across from the Auburndale Flea Market ) 11

LAIICDD NEWS LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com By James Margeson, LAIICDD Community Director November is the start of the holiday season when family plans are made, and we begin thinking about decorations! Your Lake Ashton II CDD Staff and Board of Directors have been working to make sure our amenities and programs are ready for residents and their guests during this time. It's gratifying to see all the events held at the HFC are so well attended!On October 6, we hosted a corn hole tournament that attracted over 8 high-powered teams to compete for bragging rights, medals and gift cards. The competition was fierce, and Team Popcorn came in First Place. Thanks to all who participated, and we look forward to your return at our next tournament. A Breast Cancer Awareness Walk for the Cure was held on October 13, with over 130 participants. Everyone turned out wearing pink, and was rewarded with refreshments and shirts at the end of the trek. Breast cancer information and awareness presentation was given. This is a worthy endeavor as this disease has touched many of us here in Lake Ashton. In keeping with the Spirit of Halloween," ghosts and goblins gathered at the HFC for a dance with music provided by DJ Wayne on October 13. Over 200 participated with awards for: Best Overall, Most Original and Scariest Costumes. There certainly was some paranormal revelry as everyone enjoyed the event. The Lake Ashton Veterans Association USO Dance will be held at the HFC on November 10, with music provided by the Good Stuff Band." Snacks will be provided, and everyone (you do not have to be a veteran to attend) is invited for a great night of dancing and camaraderie! Tickets are now on sale at the HFC. See you there! Mark your calendars for the Holiday Dance on December 15, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., the HFC. Music will be provided by Tony Knight. There will also be the Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade starting at the HFC and ending at the Clubhouse on December 15, so begin working on your decorating ideas for your carts! Get your tickets now for the HFC New Years Eve Gala Event, featuring a 12-piece band! Snacks and a Champagne Toast at midnight will be provided. This is a great way to usher in the New Year with friends and neighbors. The Lake Ashton II CDD Board met on September 15 and discussed various topics regarding the amenity policy and updates to real property improvement. Residents can access the Minutes of the meeting at the Lake Ashton II District website (lakeashton2dd.com) for details. All residents are encouraged to attend and make their voices heard. 12 13

L.A. LOOKS Central Native Plants of Florida By Lynn Davis Iris domestica best known is as blackberry lily has become one of my favorite plants. The beauty of the delicate speckled flowers and the flattened fan-like stem make this a plant worth noting in any garden. Standing as tall as two to three feet with flowers around two inches, it is a great companion to just any plant. It gets its name from the clusters of shiny black seeds in seedpods that resemble blackberries. The blackberry lily is also known as the leopard lily. Yet, it’s not a lily at all. It belongs to the species of irises. Like irises, its rhizomes are to be planted shallow or risk being root rotted. Otherwise, this is an excellent low maintenance flowering plant. Why plant blackberry lily in your garden? This plant needs little care. It likes sun and it does tolerate some shade. It doesn’t require pruning. It will produce more blooms if you decide to prune. You can save the seedpods and plant more in other areas of your garden. It’s not fussy about soil nor does it require daily watering. The lily is a perennial living around two years, but the seeds from the pods will keep producing. The only downfall is the plant is toxic to human and pets. WETLANDS AND CONSERVATION AREAS OF LAKE ASHTON Many of Lake Ashton's wetlands and conservation areas are important to our community in a number of ways. They serve many functions like protect against flooding, improve water quality, and provide a home for threatened and protected species. Wetlands in Lake Ashton clean the storm water that is referred to as “runoff”. After that, this water goes to Lake Ashton. When the water gets to the lake, it will go through the outfall structure, which is on the southwest shore of the lake. After that, the water will go to Peace Creek and then to the Peace River. The Peace River can overflow and flood when it rains a lot. This could cause lakes and ponds to have higher than normal water levels, which will be felt by the residents in Lake Ashton. Our aquatics vendor and Lake Ashton CDD staff work together all the time to make sure that our wetlands are being managed properly. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. Residents are reminded that they should not do any unauthorized maintenance in these areas. LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Marti Schmidt, President & Treasurer treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • John Leale, Vice President vicepresident2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Bob Prowant manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 14 • Greg Bluemke arc@lakeashtonhoa.org 15

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer Curbing work on Ventana Lane is The Wood Stork is a species that has made a successful comeback in Florida. As a year-round resident at Lake Ashton, this large wading bird resembles a vulture in that it has no feathers on its head. The black flight feathers have an iridescent green that shines brilliantly in the Florida sun. It wades with its bill in the water partly open to snatch up fish, aquatic insects, snakes, frogs, rodents, turtles and even baby alligators for a nutritious meal. They are a little comical looking when resting on the ground with their pink toes extended forward and their knees bent in the wrong direction. If you consider that their legs are like our arms then this posture makes sense. This is the only native stork species in North America and it doesn't wander far from Florida. With broad wings they can be observed circling high above with vultures, eagles and Anhingas. HOA CORNER By Marti Schmidt Pardon our dust… there’s been a lot of remodeling going on with the HOA these past months. Here’s just a few updates. First, meet your new Board: Marti Schmidt, President/Treasurer; David Muller, VP; John Leale, VP2, Tim Doyle, Secretary. Bob Prowant, IT/Asst Treasurer; Greg Bluemke, ARC; and Deb Holmes, Compliance continue with their manager roles with the Board. This year, the BOD office in the clubhouse went away, but the phone number to reach us remained the same: 863-325-0065. We are introducing a website for our homeowners as a powerful resource tool to contain the HOA governing documents, meeting minutes, directories, budgets, etc. - just about everything you ever wanted to know about your HOA is there for the reading; now in one handy place! Bob has been instrumental in getting all the systems in place, up and 16 scheduled to take place the second week in November. Please use caution when in this area during construction. running, and training the BOD. Many thanks go out to all the volunteers and prior BOD members that have worked in the background to get this to happen. The 2024 budget will be reviewed and voted on in the November HOA meeting. Please reach out to us with your questions and/or comments, and try to remember in these ever-changing times that change brings opportunity – for conversations, for growth, and for community. 17

SAFETY PARKING & ROAD SAFETY REMINDERS Residents are reminded that the speed limit throughout all of Lake Ashton is 20 mph and all golf carts, vehicles, (including motorcycles), and bicycles (including electric bicycles) should make a complete stop just before the white stop bar whether before or after the posted stop sign. It only takes a moment to follow the traffic controls that are in place that could potentially prevent a serious accident. The Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Department patrol in Lake Ashton on a regular basis. Please take a little extra time to ensure you maneuver throughout the community as safely as possible to avoid a ticket and more importantly, an accident. The following excerpt was taken from Florida State Statute 316.1945 Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited in specified places. For the full statue, scan the QR code with your smartphone. No person shall stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers: 1. In front of a public or private driveway. 2. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 3. Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 4. Within 30 feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway. Keep in mind the streets in Lake Ashton are very narrow and there are many forms of traffic which heightens the danger during busy times. The information listed above will be passed along to vendors to ensure they are following the established state statutes. The following items will also help to alleviate dangerous situations on the road. • Do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle. • Do not park on a curve. • Park as close to the curb as possible. 18 Residents can help by informing vendors that are performing work at their home of the parking "good practices" above. With everyone's help the streets of Lake Ashton will be as safe as possible. STATE OF FLORIDA SETS NEW GOLF CART AGE REQUIREMENTS Recent state legislation changes have increased the age for golf cart drivers. The law requires that a person operating a golf cart on public roads or streets who is under 18 years of age must possess a valid learner’s permit or driver’s license. Lake Wales PD and Winter Haven PD can issue a ticket for violations of this law. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison According to USPS and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s recent alert, check fraud has surged to 680K up from 350K in 2022. Criminals are targeting residential mailboxes to steal signed checks and then use a technique known as “check washing” to scam you out of your money. “Check washing” allows criminals to erase your writing on your check such as the payee and the amount. Once the payment information is blank, they can fill in new information. In one reported case, a man mailed a $42 check to pay his phone bill, but when it was cashed, the bank showed it as $7,000 and made out to someone he didn’t know. While check usage is declining, as of 2022 Americans still wrote $3.4 billion checks, giving criminals plenty of opportunity for fraud. Don’t let this happen to you! If you write checks, then protect yourself by: • Remove mail daily from your mailbox • Take it to the post office • Hand directly to your carrier • Use the mail drop boxes here in LA located at the Clubhouse and HFC Stay tuned each month as we identity and unravel the scams and tactics used to separate us from our money or steal our personal information. For questions or concerns, please contact Deputy Chief, Joan DiBattista at 239-851-7899. A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay a 6% listing commission when you can use A+ Realty and list for only 2.9%? Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A* Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 19 ?

CAP By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are part of Neighborhood Watch you are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) does this by patrolling the streets and looking for things that do not belong in the community. Our patrol presence with lights flashing is our deterrent to help keep our streets safe. CAP is always looking for more volunteers to be the eyes, ears and presence for the Sheriff’s Department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 917-482-3151. There will be a meeting November 1 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. ENTRANCE GATE SAFETY REMINDERS Residents driving motorcycles should stop at the stop sign and use their gate remote to enter the community. If you do not have your remote, you should go to the visitors side to be processed. Residents and visitors who hit the gate arms at the entrances to Lake Ashton may be charged the full replacement value of the gate arm in addition to any repairs to the operators, as needed. Please use caution and do not tailgate. The gates are set to close after each vehicle so tailgating could result in a costly mistake. 20 21

MOVI ES NOVEMBER 1 — 2 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM HYPNOTIC 2023 | R | 1H 32MIN Determined to find his missing daughter, Austin detective Danny Rourke (Ben Affleck) finds himself spiraling down a rabbit hole investigating a series of reality-bending crimes where he will ultimately call into question his most basic assumptions about everything and everyone in his world. Aided by a gifted psychic, Rourke simultaneously pursues and is pursued by a lethal specter -- the one man he believes holds the key to finding the missing girl -- only to discover more than he ever bargained for. NOVEMBER 7 — 9 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM GUY RITCHIE’S THE COVENANT 2023 | R | 2H 3MIN After being caught in an ambush, Afghan interpreter Ahmed (Dar Salim) goes to extreme lengths to save U.S. Army Sergeant John Kinley’s (Jake Gyllenhaal) life. Ahmed and his family were promised safe passage to the US for his extraordinary heroism. But when America reneges on its promise, Kinley vows to repay his debt by returning to Afghanistan and evacuating Ahmed and his family himself before the Taliban hunts them down. NOVEMBER 14 — 16 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE BURIAL 2023 | R | 2H 6MIN Inspired by true events, when a handshake deal goes sour, funeral home owner Jeremiah O'Keefe (Tommy Lee Jones) enlists charismatic, smooth-talking attorney Willie E. 22 Gary (Jamie Foxx) to save his family business. Tempers flare and laughter ensues as the unlikely pair bond while exposing corporate corruption and racial injustice in this inspirational, triumphant story. NOVEMBER 21 — 22 (No movies November 23) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM PRAISE THIS 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 50MIN Sometimes the music can lift you higher than you’ve ever been. In a new cinematic musical event set in the world of Atlanta’s competitive gospel youth choir praise teams, a young woman (Chloe Bailey) with dreams of being a musical superstar is forced to join her cousin’s struggling underdog praise team in the lead up to a national competition. NOVEMBER 28 — 30 (No 11 am Showing November 29) PLEASE DON'T DESTROY: THE TREASURE OF FOGGY MOUNTAIN 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 2023 | R | 1H 45MIN John Goodman narrates the adventure of Ben, Martin, and John, three childhood friends turned deadbeat co-workers, who fend off hairless bears, desperate park rangers (Meg Stalter and X Mayo) and a hypocritical cult leader (Bowen Yang) in the hopes of finding a priceless treasure, only to discover that finding the treasure is the easiest part of their journey. CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWINGS: ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. NOVEMBER 3 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM INSTANT FAMILY 2018 | PG -13| 1H 59MIN When Pete (Mark Wahlberg) and Ellie (Rose Byrne) decide to start a family, they stumble into the world of foster care adoption. They hope to take in one small child, but when they meet three siblings, including a rebellious 15-year-old girl, they find themselves speeding from zero to three kids overnight. Now, Pete and Ellie must try to learn the ropes of instant parenthood in the hope of becoming a family. NOVEMBER 10 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE LOST BATTALION 2001 | PG-13 | 1HR 32MIN The fact-based story of an Allied battalion hemmed in deep behind enemy lines during World War I. The soldiers bravely hold their positions, incurring terrible losses in the process while their superior officers, far from the firing line, prepare to write them off as expendable casualties. NOVEMBER 17 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM FOOD CLUB 2021 | NR | 1HR 40MIN Three lifelong girlfriends decide to travel to Italy together to attend a cooking course in Puglia and here they each find the opportunity to redefine themselves and acknowledge that the most important thing in life is their friendship and that it's never too late to live a more fulfilling life. FAMILY FEATURE FRIDAY MOVIE NOVEMBER 24 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM RUBY GILLMAN: TEENAGE KRAKEN 2023 | PG | 1HR 31MIN Sweet and awkward 16-year-old Ruby Gillman is desperate to fit in at school, but she mostly just feels invisible. She's prevented from hanging out with the cool kids at the beach because her overprotective mom forbids her from getting in the water. When she breaks her mom's rule, Ruby discovers that she is a descendant of the warrior Kraken queens and is destined to inherit the throne from her grandmother. The Kraken are sworn to protect the world's oceans against vain, power-hungry mermaids. Animated.

EVENTS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HFC CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT WINNERS! 1st place - Popcorn Ervin Konrad & Ted Harmon 2nd place - Shields 2x Robbie & Tammy Shields BREAST CANCER WALKATHON AT THE HFC Pictured below are the 130 people in attendance who walked to help raise awareness! 50 SHADES OF PINK What a great night full of fun and laughter! Residents were able to raise $1,550 to donate to the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida thanks to the generous donations of those in attendance. The winning table (pictured below) raised a grand total of $115 and got their picture with Troy Thirdgill! VETERANS DAY CEREMONY: NOVEMBER 1 1 — 9 AM VETERANS MEMORIAL ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND 24 Drawing Social Security Early and Still Working? Here’s What You Need to Know Some people decide to retire early and start taking their Social Security Retirement benefit at the earliest age possible. But, with many people unable to live out their retirement plans due to inadequate retirement savings, many are spending retirement working another job. However, some people enjoy working and want to do so during retirement. It’s appealing to be able to work part-time or where you have an interest or start a small business while making an income and receiving Social Security retirement benefits. While early retirement and a part-time job may be of interest to you, they can affect your Social Security Retirement benefits if you aren’t full retirement age. Your Social Security retirement benefits may be subject to taxes if your combined income, Social Security, and wages exceed a certain threshold. Combined income is your adjusted gross income plus one-half of your Social Security benefit plus any income earned from tax-exempt interest income. There is no age limit, including income from all sources, earned or unearned. Often, retirees are confused about the impact of working in retirement. You can still collect Social Security benefits, but earning above a certain amount may reduce your monthly benefit. Here are a few things you need to know about working and drawing Social Security Retirement benefits: • If you are drawing benefits and you are younger than your full retirement age (FRA), Social Security will deduct $1 from your benefits for every $2 or $3 you earn above a certain amount. • After you reach full retirement age, Social Security will increase your benefits to account for the money it withheld earlier. • Earned income is income from work or self-employment and includes your salary, bonus, or net self-employment income. Contact me today! Lake Ashton Resident Jim Cooper P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com 99 6th St SW Suite 109 Winter Haven FL 33880 25 Questions? Scan this QR code to book a 15-minute appointment. • Any benefits that reduce due to too much earned income are not truly lost and will be added to your benefit once you reach your FRA. Source: What Income Reduces Social Security Benefits? Investopedia Use the Social Security Retirement Earnings Test Calculator to determine if you are at risk for reduced Social Security benefits if you continue working. Social Security can be confusing, and if you have any questions regarding your benefits, including when to claim them, contact your local Social Security Administration office to schedule a meeting. Suppose you plan to take Social Security Retirement benefits early and continue to work. In that case, you can modify your financial plan to reflect how working may or may not benefit you when it comes to your benefits. Once your financial professional has run your Social Security Retirement benefits and income scenario, you can make a more informed decision. Contact your financial professional today regarding how working in retirement may impact your situation. SWG2241771-0622e The sources used to prepare this material are believed to be true, accurate and reliable, but are not guaranteed. This information is provided as general information and is not intended to be specific financial or tax guidance. When you access a link you are leaving our website and assume total responsibility for your use of the website you are linking to. We make no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at this website. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, websites, information and programs made available through this website.

LAKE ASHTON VETERANS ASSOCIATION USO DANCE By Jim Mecsics, LAVA Commander All Lake Ashton residents are requested to “muster’ at the Health and Fitness Center Community Center on November 10th at 1900 hrs. (that’s 7 PM in civilian time) for an evening of excellent music, dancing, snacks and a chance to mingle with your Lake Ashton community neighbors for a great time. Music will be provided by the Good Stuff Band. There will be complimentary snacks, and you will be able to bring your own refreshments and drinks. Tickets can be purchased for $10 at the HFC Activities Desk (checks only) and proceeds go to support the Lake Ashton Veterans Association programs. You do not need to be a veteran to join us, as everyone is welcome to enjoy a nostalgic trip to the USO Dance Days. TRIVIA By David Fix Come join your neighbors for a fun time — and a chance to win some cash! It’s only $1 to play — teams not required. Maximum of 8 per table. Bring your own snacks and drinks. Doors open at 6pm— Trivia begins at 7 pm. November Trivia Dates: November 12 and 19. KARAOKE NIGHT Sing your heart out at Karaoke in the Ballroom on November 8! $5 tickets are available for purchase online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Next date: December 13 COMMUNITY SOCIAL POTLUCK The best way to get to know new people is over a good meal! All residents are invited to bring a dish to share that best represents where they are from, whether that be Brazil or Montana, to a free potluck social on November 29 at 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Just be sure your dish can serve eight people. Iced tea, water, paper products, and utensils will be provided. Sign up for the social online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by November 27. SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YO U R SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LISTED IN THIS ISSUE. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE January 14, 2024 - LA Cruise-In Car Show January 24, 2024 - LA Club Expo February 10, 2024 - Greek Festival February 14, 2024 - Valentine's Event February 23, 2024 - Pirate Party 26 Lake Ashton’s 2023 Home Improvement Expo November 29 from 10 am to 1 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Meeting a potential contractor personally is the most valuable way to select a professional and reliable expert for home improvement projects. VENDORS DEMOS PRIZES VENDORS INCLUDE: The Glass Door Store Art’s Golf Cars Performance Floor Coating, LLC ClimateGuard Cooling Services, LLC Cabinet Country, LLC Garagify Window World of Polk County Dramatic Design & Decor, LLC Jim’s Floor Depot Sun Protection of Florida 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 SGD Garage Doors and Screen Custom Edge Landscape Curbing, LLC State Farm - Kevin Weltlin Jack Hall Jr's Construction & Aluminum Inc. Powur, and more! There will also be presentations in the Cinema throughout the event, and this event is FREE to attend! For more information, contact the Lake Ashton Activities Office 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 27

2024 SHOWCASE INFORMATIONAL MEETING By Karen Nelson Counting the days until Thursday, November 9 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom, when the Informational Meeting for the 2024 Showcase, presented by Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation, will take place. This meeting is open to all Lake Ashton residents wishing to participate in the annual Showcase: singers, dancers, comedians, carpenters, costumers, and production, backstage, box office, audio, lighting talent , or learn new talents!The dates for the 2024 Showcase are March 22 and 23, 2024. LAPAC is looking forward to another Show filled with Lake Ashton talent! CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE The Christmas Dinner Dance on December 1 is sold out, but you can visit the Clubhouse Activities Office to put your name on a waitlist. As a reminder, the Clubhouse Ballroom doors open at 5 pm, and a cash bar will be ready to serve while we gather to socialize. Come dressed in your finest Christmas outfit, take some photos, and be ready to celebrate. Live music will be provided until 10 pm by B.Haven, one of Central Florida’s premier bands. Thank you to the following sponsors: Christine Graves Insurance, Charm City, ComForCare, Global LifeStyle Real Estate, LA Realty, Morgan Stanley, South State Bank, EmpowerMe Rehabilitation, and Weaver Loveless Law. HOLIDAY GOLF CART PARADE By Carolyn Bishop It’s that time of year again, time to start pulling down the decorations and adorning your golf cart with Holiday Cheer! Golf carts, bicycles, pets, clubs and organizations, specialty cars and walkers are all welcome to participate on December 15. Lineup begins at 5:30 pm at the HFC and parade kicks off at 6, ending at the Clubhouse, where there will be light refreshments. The route will go 28 from the HFC along Pebble Beach Blvd, turn right on Torrey Pines then left on Dunmore, right on Limerick then right on Dunmore again. Right on Ashton Club Blvd to the Clubhouse. Volunteers are needed - contact Carolyn Bishop at 919-606-8844 or cbbishop61@gmail.com. CHRISTMAS CAROL-OKE By Cheryl Winchester Don’t miss out on an evening full of holiday spirit and entertainment December 16 from 7 to 10 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LAPAC would like everyone to join us for free — this is our way of giving back to the Lake Ashton community for always supporting our endeavors. The free tickets are only available until we fill up. Tickets are online and at the Clubhouse Activities Office. LARC CHRISTMAS PARTY All are invited to the Annual “Make it Merry” Christmas Event December 9 from 5:30 - 9:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom, an evening of holiday celebration and good food with friends! You will enjoy a full dinner by Catering Oasis, dance to the music of DJ Wayne, and take home something special — there will be door prizes for everyone. The menu includes your choice of salmon or sirloin steak (which you will designate when you select your ticket), salad, baked potato and dessert. Charm City will provide the cash bar. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LARC. Members pay $30 per person and guests are $35. LA’S CRUISE-IN CAR SHOW Shine up that chrome, get those tires scrubbed, and rev those engines, it’s time for the Cruise-In again! Join us January 14 from 4 pm to 7 pm in the west parking lot of the Clubhouse to enjoy food trucks, classic and modern cars alike, and live music from Southbound. We will be judging cars and presenting the winners of each category with a prize. The categories are Best Classic (pre-1989), Best Modern (post-1989), and Crowd Favorite. Registration ends on December 18. Please sign up online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Keep in mind attendee parking will only be available in the east parking lot and golf cart parking will be in the circle drive. Don’t Miss The Party of the Year in the Clubhouse Ballroom December 31 from 8 pm to midnight! Cast your negative thoughts and energies into the fire (literally, not just metaphorically) & set your intentions for 2024. Rock all night with B. Haven, enjoy food stations plus a dessert bar, a cash bar with champagne toast at midnight, & make memories in the 360 degree & regular photo booths (sponsored by Kevin Weltlin with State Farm) Tickets: $45 Online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office Cheers to the New Year!

LAKE ASHTON CLUB FAIR Anyone interested in learning more about Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups or Organizations should attend this Expo on January 24 in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 10 am to 1 pm. Light refreshments provided. Anyone interested in having a table must register via the online link that will be sent out via email blast after December 6. This is a great time to grow membership and attract new members whether you facilitate an exercise group, public safety group, sports activity, or arts and crafts group. Space is limited so don't wait to sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office! CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a Chili Cook-off Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 12, 2024 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. Residents can sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to cook chili or donate baked goods, which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets must be purchased in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LA Purple Stars; 12 tickets for $10, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili. Corn bread, water, and baked goods are cash sales; $1/item. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. PHOTO DISPLAY RETURNS The rotating photo display returns to the Clubhouse and this month, resident Dennis Krupinski is featured. Stop by and see his photos of the annual cattle roundup in Myakka City. Dennis has many other photographs displayed throughout the Clubhouse (Lobby, Restaurant, and Card Room) and during the photo contest last August, three of the top five pictures were taken by Dennis. 30 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES at Lake Ashton JAN.30 JAN.18 SOUL OF BROADWAY MAR.6 THE SHOWMAN starring SEASON TICKET PRICES: 5 PM REGULAR: $125 5 PM PREMIUM: $150 8 PM REGULAR: $150 8 PM PREMIUM: $175 SEASON TICKETS ARE SOLD ONLY TO LAKE ASHTON RESIDENTS. LIMIT ONE TICKET PER RESIDENT. HAVE LAKE ASHTON PHOTO IDENTIFICATION ON HAND TO PURCHASE WITH MASTERCARD, VISA, OR CHECK PAYABLE TO LACDD. TICKETS CAN ONLY BE RESOLD TO LAKE ASHTON RESIDENTS. UPGRADES/EXCHANGES ARE MADE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS AND CAN BE MADE OVER THE PHONE WITH A CREDIT CARD AFTER 11 AM ON NOVEMBER 7. TICKETS CAN ONLY BE EXCHANGED BY THE NAMED SEASON TICKET HOLDER. 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES SPONSOR: FE 9B. MAR.29 MODERN GENTLEMEN FRANKIE SCINTA JENENE CARAMIELO CURRENT SEASON TICKET HOLDER UPGRADE/EXCHANGE PERIOD: November 7 — 9, 2023 NEW SEASON TICKET SALES: November 14 — December 8, 2023 INDIVIDUAL TICKET SALES (IF AVAILABLE): December 19, 2023 Services Offered: Asset Protection • Crisis Medicaid Planning Proactive Estate Planning • Probate & Trust Administration Special Needs Planning • VA Benefits Planning 31 www.FamilyElderLaw.com Lake Wales (863) 676-8432 Sebring (863) 658-3506 Lakeland (863) 808-1740 RHINESTONE COWGIRLS

FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 32 www.jimsfloordepot.com BODY MIND SOUL Simply Healthy Everything is Connected Check out the new upcoming offerings in this section that cater to your Mind, Body, and Soul at the Clubhouse and the HFC. CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM ✴Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 9 am starting on November 28. $5/ class (payable at class, min. 10) ✴Water Aerobics: Tuesdays — Saturdays at 8:30 am ✴Free Virtual Meditation Session: Mondays at 2 pm via Zoom ✴Learn about the newest and most effective way to get fit: Virtual Coaching! Transformation Coach Joel Eyres will host a free information session on November 13 at 4:30 pm in the Cinema. Don’t miss the rest of the Mind & Body Section of the newsletter, as well as the two calendar inserts included in this issue for many other classes and activities. HFC ✴Beginning Chair & Balance: Mondays at 10 am ✴Classical Stretch: Mondays & Thursdays at 11 am ✴Aqua Reloaded: Mondays at 12 pm, Wednesdays & Fridays at 10 am ✴Cardio Swing & Yoga Cool: Tuesday & Thursdays at 9 AM ✴Triple B (Bat Wings, Bellies, & Bulges): Wednesdays at 9 am ✴Basic Fitness & Cardio: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 am ✴Aqua Motion: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 4 pm ✴Back To Basics: Fridays at 9 am Sign up at either Activities Office or scan the QR code to sign up online. 33

MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. RECURRING ROOM RESERVATION RENEWALS Forms will be sent electronically to facilitators on November 1 to renew recurring reservations for 2024. Forms need to be returned by November 17. After this date your reserved room cannot be guaranteed. As a reminder, annual Club events can be booked at any time, up to 3 years in advance. FINANCIAL BOOT CAMP Next Class: November 27 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “What if life happens? When should I review my plan?” Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BEGINNER BRIDGE CLASS Learn how to play bridge Thursday mornings at 8:30 am at the HFC beginning October 5. Details: leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com or 813-288-0809. MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience are sought to join our group that meets on Wednesday afternoons at the HFC from 2 - 4 pm. This group is not on hiatus during the summer! For further information, contact Myrna Soberman at myrna.steve23@gmail.com. TICKETLEAP INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS Learn how to use the new online ticketing software, Ticketleap, on November 15 in the Clubhouse Ballroom and November 30 in the 34 Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley It’s that time of the year when we get together and enjoy the holiday season with family and friends. With the good times and great parties, come delicious foods and drinks that make this time of the year special. We are so busy preparing, planning and attending events that we don’t seem to notice the extra inches that quietly accumulate around our mid-section. Most of us won’t notice this holiday expansion until the new year, when we once again vow to eat healthier and exercise more. I once subscribed to this mental reasoning that allowed guilt-free indulgence of the high sugars, carbs, and fats that tend to dominate holiday foods. It wasn’t until I found those extra pounds staying well into the new year, that I could no longer ignore the mental aerobics I was doing to justify overindulging. Keep reading for an alternative way of thinking to keep you off the “deal with it later” roller coaster where you can treat the extra pounds like unwanted houseguests. If you understand how the extra pounds accumulate, you have some control over them. Our best defense is portion control, because whatever our body doesn’t use (burn for fuel) within 2 hours will be converted to fat and stored. So, eating smaller portions of your favorite foods and saving some to enjoy later is a great way to minimize holiday weight gain. Be selective and remember that holiday drinks may contain just as many (if not more) calories than some foods. Slow down and allow your body time to signal that you are full. Holiday gatherings are made more special with tasty treats to enjoy; but overindulging can lead to years of health problems if we are not mindful. Clubhouse Craft Room. Sign up for these sessions by scanning the QR code above, online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 35 AUTHORIZED DEALER

SMARTPHONE CLASS Two FREE sessions will help you learn the basics, provide everyday tips and tricks, and navigate the programs that will make your life easier, and your phone easier to understand. November 14 and 27 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Max 20 people. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays from 11 to 11:45 am at the HFC starting November 9. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. No charge. Mats available or bring your own. Chairs also available if you prefer. Slow, gentle poses with long holds. Positions shown for beginners, intermediate and experienced. LAKE ASHTON DANCE CLASSES - MILONGA Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (certified DVIDA instructor), 863.875.6728 Mondays in November from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center. FREE! No partner needed! TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers are welcome but this class is not designed for beginning tappers. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (cwinchester1012@gmail.com, 305-725-4946) Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. CREATE A CARD Join the group on November 21 at 10 am and 12:30 pm in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and 36 three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr November 11 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room Sunset $35 (payable at class) — sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on November 10. 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OVATION BISTRO & BAR Locations in Winter Haven, Lakeland & Davenport ovationbistro.com Offer 1: Free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of 2 entrees/drinks Offer 2: $10 off the purchase of $60 or more Offer 3: Lake Ashton Residents get a free glass of house wine, beer or cocktail with any purchase. Bring this coupon to redeem. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN: RUSTIC HOL IDAY DECOR Learn how to craft a set of 3 wooden rustic gifts to add to your Holiday decor by using sandpaper and cracking paint. This class on November 21 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom is limited to 30 people. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by November 14. FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Instructor: Jill Groves Create beautifully unique jewelry for you or your favorite person Monday, November 6 from 6 to 9 pm at the HFC Craft Room.. You will make two from the following: pendant, pair of earrings, or pin. Sign up at the HFC or call 863-595-1562. Cost is $35 payable at the class with cash, credit, or check. All materials included. No previous experience necessary. FUSED GLASS GARDEN STAKE Instructor: Jill Groves Create your own design on a 9” x 3” piece of glass that will be attached to a stake for display Friday, November 17 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Cost is $35 payable at the class with cash, credit, or check. Sign up at the Clubhouse or online at lakeashtonliving.com. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. MACRAME ORNAMENTS Join The Art of Beading for a Holiday craft on December 4 at 12 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Learn how to make two of the newest holiday décor trends, macramé ornaments, for only $10! Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities office by November 27. 37 SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski on December 5 at 11:30 am to make your very own unique seasonal décor! In this class you will learn how to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! This month’s class will be for the winter holidays. If you participated in the last class and received a frame, be sure to bring that frame back to the class, because you’ll need it! All instructions and needed materials will be provided for $16. Sign up online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to reserve your spot for this class by November 27. Next Class: February 6 HOW TO USE A BOW MAKER Have you ever wondered how to use a bow maker? Have you ever wanted to own a bow maker? Well then this class is for you! On December 12, you not only will learn how to use a bow maker, but you will be able to take home and keep your very own for only $15! Plus, these bow makers were all handmade by the Lake Ashton Woodworkers! All instruction, materials, and bow maker boards are included in the price. Class is limited to 15. Sign up online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by November 30. WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and structures. Sessions are January 12, February 9, and March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create 2 watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. Call 863-307-1244 to reserve a place. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8:30 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics.

LAVA CLUBS AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting for the LAVA Auxiliary is scheduled for November 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse Ballroom, close to the stage. Membership is open to any Lake Ashton resident; you do not have to have served in the military or had a family member in the military. You only need to love our country and want to help us support veterans and active military. It can be something as simple as sending holiday cards to the military, to events such as our Annual Craft Fair. Funds raised at last month’s Craft Fair will be discussed at the November meeting. The money raised will benefit the K9 Partners for Patriots. Thank you to everyone who helped with the Craft Fair! It is you, the resident volunteers, who make this event successful. Thank you, Charm City, for funds for the hot dogs and providing their yummy homemade chips for visitors to purchase. They have been very supportive without our even asking. Not to mention that their food is very tasty and servers are very friendly. Nick and crew, please know that we are very happy that you have come to our community! God Bless America! LA BELLES By Joan DiBattista The Holiday LA Belles luncheon, which encompasses the November and December meetings, will take place on November 29 at noon at L'Incontro Italian Restaurant in Lake Wales and will be limited to 35 ladies. This will be a fun time to enjoy the holiday season together. Contact Tammy Shields 863-632-2024 or Carole Erickson 828-772-4984 with questions. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. (FYI - L'Incontro charges an extra fee when using a credit card for payment.) CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The meeting on October 9 kicked off the 2023 – 2024 season. A lot of good suggestions were made as to potential club activities. Plans will be developed for outings to Circle Bar B Reserve, Bok Tower Gardens and other locations. Contacts are being made to invite guest speakers to club meetings. As the LA snowbirds begin their migration south, we look forward to another good season for sharing our enjoyment of photography. The Camera Club is open to all residents regardless of their skill level. Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 10:30 am in the Cinema. As always you are encouraged to bring along a few pictures on a USB drive to share and discuss with the group. Next meeting will be held on November 13. TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis Lake Ashton’s Garden Club’s recent meeting was held on October 11 in the Pavilion. The club holds its meetings every second Wednesday of every month at 10 am in the Pavilion. Pam Klawinski gave a presentation on Fall Flower Blooms. Hand-outs were provided and many plant give-a-ways were for the taking. Attendees learned about the beauty of fall plants native to this area. Alice Hearn provided free rain lilies and seedpods for blackberry lilies. The next Garden Club meeting will be November 8. Judy Perry will present making wine vinaigrette dressing with herbs. Those choosing to attend should notify Lynn Davis at crladavis@aol.com. No green thumbs needed. 38 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Excellent Our experience with Brad was exceptional! Our transaction was unique in that, Brad worked with us from out of state. He was not only extremely talented as a Real Estate agent, but much more. He took a vested interest in our situation from day one. He is an excellent communicator, tremendous in detail, and went way beyond expectations throughout the process. Also, he is very caring and personal as an advocate, doing what ever it takes to not only to satisfy, but truly puts himself in the shoes of his client. I felt as though he was engaging as if it were his own home to sale. We’ve been involved in many real estate transactions over many years, and Brad is the best agent we’ve ever experienced! He is the real deal and I highly recommend him. You won’t be disappointed! The Family of Jim Andrews 30 August 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 39

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting November 2 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 6 to 6:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson General meeting will start at 6:30. The Speaker will be Shelley Miller, who will discuss ongoing and future development and land use planning in the area surrounding Lake Ashton. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Kristy McKibben, Interim President There is no Lake Ashton Republican Club (LARC) meeting in November. Members of LARC and their guest(s) are invited to a Member Appreciation Potluck on Saturday, November 4, at the HFC from 11 am to 2 pm. The Club will serve Blackburn’s BBQ Pulled Pork and Turkey. Please bring your drinks and a dish to share. A - N: side dish or appetizer, O - Z: dessert. Eblasts will be sent by the HFC for your tickets. Members are free, guests are $5. Please exercise your right to vote in the Winter Haven Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 7. The LA Clubhouse IS NOT a polling location. LA Winter Haven residents vote at Calvary Baptist Church, 2101 Overlook Drive SE. Let’s VOTE! DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged - contact Don Fuller at dfuller627@yahoo.com. September 18: North-South 1st Sonny Robinson-Pat Foster; 2nd Don Fuller – James Ford; 3rd Graham Littlehales – Marian Oshinsky; East – West 1st Bruce Dutton-Ron Kaliz; 2nd Judy Robertson-Ralph Ritter; 3rd Marge Kniat-Judy Marine 40 September 25: 1st Judy Roberston – Ralph Ritter; 2nd Judy Marine-Marge Kniat; 3rd Keith Stevens-Liz Smith October 2: North-South 1st Don Fuller-James Ford; 2nd Ralph Ritter-Judy Robertson; Nelda Sedlacek – Dana Griffiths; East-West 1st Marian Oshinsky – Trish Kellar; 2nd Pat Foster- Sonny Robinson; 3rd Ron Kaliz – Bruce Dutton October 9: North-South 1st Marion Nelson- Roger Nelson; 2nd Marian Oshinsky –Trish Kellar; 3rd Nelda Sedlacek – Dana Griffiths; East – West 1st Ralph Ritter- Judy Robertson; 2nd Liz Smith – Keith Stevens; 3rd Sonny Robinson- Pat Foster LA PICKLEBALL CLUB By Lisa Savala The LAPA Annual Meeting & Potluck will be held at the HFC November 30 from 5 to 8 pm. If you plan to attend, email lakeashtonpickleball@gmail.com. Last names starting with A - K bring a main dish, L - O bring a salad or vegetable, and P - Z bring a dessert. LAPA will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and non-alcoholic beverages, please plan on attending this social and informative pickleball meeting. An email will be sent out soon reminding members to renew their membership dues of $12 for 2024. The fiscal year is now from January 1 to December 31. Membership forms can be picked up and payments can now be made at either the HFC or Clubhouse Activities Office. Want to play pickleball more competitively? Think about trying out for one of the three (3) LAPA Travel Teams! Check your email for more information or ask one of the LAPA officers! Interested in learning this fun, low-impact and totally addicting game? It’s a great way to get some fresh air and exercise while meeting new people. Newbie Clinics are held the first and second Monday of each month from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. You must be available to attend both sessions. Paddles and balls are provided. Clinic size is limited to the first 10 people to sign up. To sign up please email Dennis Santino at coachdennis@myyahoo.com AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... Home Sweet Hosting! EMBRACE THE SEASON OF GIVING GIVE $ 50 OR MORE TO CHARITY AND SAVE HUNDREDS.* with a mattress set purchase Stressless® Mayfair Signature Base shown in Paloma Sand/Oak *See store for details. 100s of Items in Stock & Ready for Delivery before the Holidays! Get a... 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 41 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2023 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1488 9/23 $300 GIFT CARD

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Longtime Club member Sharron Swanson, who works full time and uses early morning swimming for fitness and job stress relief, brought home a gold and three silver medals from a new senior swim meet in Charlotte County the first Sat in October. It's part of the Florida Senior Games program that our club has been participating in for over four years. See more games info below. Other good news: Several more swimmers have almost reached their 100 mile swim goal. All members know that: • Swimming is one of the best ways to stay or get healthy. • Swimming with others is safer and more fun than alone. • Improving swimming skills helps one to be more efficient in the water, and helps one be ready to rescue a grandchild if ever needed. Come swim with us and get fit. Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am at the HFC Pool. The Senior Games are a nationwide program of around 30 sports that includes age group swimming, with distances from 50 to 500 yards. There are two gender and 10 age groups, plus all the events you would find in a high school or YMCA swim meet. Medals are awarded to the top three in each event, plus the top five in each event qualify for the state championships each December. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets on the first Sunday of each month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Over 30 people attended the October meeting and discussed future events. Karen Nelson will obtain 12 names for the Senior Orphans Christmas Outreach. The group will provide gifts to each based on their wish list. Donations will be taken but most important, shoppers will be needed. The Woodworkers are having a yard sale November 4 in the Ballroom. Jerry Elmers has paid for a table so that 42 singles can display items they wish to sell. Contact Jerry if you have items to display. The Single Mingle will be held in the Pavilion November 16 from 4 to 6 pm. Volunteers are needed to set up. Deb Kreider will host the Christmas party in her home December 15 at 5:30 pm. Athene has booked reservations at the Jacaranda Hotel in Avon Park on January 4, 2024 for lunch. It will still be decorated for Christmas. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on November 5. LA TRAVELERS By Maureen Sim The rally last month was held in Webster, FL at the Sunshine Village Resort. The weather was definitely on our side. Mornings started at 58 degrees and afternoons were in the low 80s. Coffees were held each morning and many newer members found that other members were from the same general areas in other states. The opening event was the world famous Webster Flea Market and Antique Sale covering acres of ‘’bargains and rare finds.” Participants also toured Weeki Wachee Springs and the Chase Wild Animal Rescue-with hands on experiences such as petting and playing with lemurs. Shopping was very interesting at the 150 year old Rich Loam General Store complete with Amish products. Several folks also visited the Florida National Veterans Cemetery in Bushnell — as serene as Arlington. Some enjoyed a 20 mile bike ride or a water aerobics class. Daily socials were held with BYOD and snacks followed by a catered dinner or pizza night. We laughed heartily at Lucille Ball and Robin Williams comedies of their versions of RVing and held a game night with LCR and Bingo with lots of prizes. Next Rally in Punta Gorda complete with the air show! On November 14, former and current members of the LA Travelers will gather to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the founding of this FMCA Chapter. Watch for emails with more details. Pictured: Paul and Marina Sullivan with a Weeki Wachee mermaid! LA ROCKERS By Annie Lutz HEARTFELT HUGS By MJ Richards LA Rockers is a wonderful group that spreads acts of kindness to the LA Community. You never know what a small painted rock can do to someone’s day, outlook, or even their life. It’s about sharing a little message of encouragement to someone who needs it. It’s about bringing smiles to our neighbors. It’s about welcoming new neighbors. As our group continues to grow, we are learning new skills and techniques, and sharing ideas. Although there are many talented artists in the group, most are crafters who enjoy gathering to use their creativity and imagination while having fun without any pressure. We are currently creating rocks for 2 service projects for the coming holidays. We are working with the LA Singles group with their holiday project. We will also be providing rocks to Water’s Edge residents, and we are really excited to be providing a class for their residents to learn how to paint rocks in January. LA Rockers will meet in the HFC Ballroom from 2 to 4 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month (November 1 and 15). The 1st Wednesday will be for current members to learn new skills and techniques. The 3rd Wednesday is a “Free Paint” session where newcomers are welcome to join the group. Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session, but contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before their first meeting so that supplies can be provided. Join us to share those smiles one rock at a time! ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda Hello to our Italian/American friends. Please join us Thursday November 16th at 6pm at the HFC for our monthly potluck. Bring a dish to share (desserts are taken care of) a beverage and $2 to cover expenses. If you’re new to Lake Ashton, and you have Italian heritage please join us & meet some new friends. No need to RSVP. Any questions call Susie Escoda at 863-206-6566 43 Heartfelt Hugs is a service group consisting of crocheters and knitters creating baby blankets and hats for all sized babies (from very premature to newborn). Some of these may be used for bereavement. The blankets will be donated to two local groups: Winter Haven Women’s Hospital and Catholic Charities. We create these items in our own homes, at our own pace, with no meetings to attend. (We may at some point in time gather for coffee or lunch to all meet each other!) You can choose your own pattern, colors, and size from receiving to crib. All you have to do is email me at mjmrichards517@gmail.com to express your interest in joining the group, start crocheting or knitting, and when you are finished with one or two (or more), drop them off at my home for delivery. It’s easy and so worthwhile. 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LA GOLF NINERS By Marti Schmidt In case some of you don’t know us, here we are at Opening Day (fr om left to right): Secretary Marti Schmidt, President Janet Mutz, Treasurer MaryLou Jameson, and Vice President Denise LaCaprucia. Shout out to Diane for suggesting we clown around. Just a quick reminder that the Board’s term is 2-years and we will need a Vice President and Secretary before our term ends in April. It’s never too early to ask! November will bring our collection for Senior Orphans. This year we are asking for individually wrapped snacks to put in nursing home care packages. We will collect November 7th and 14th and deliver them in time for holiday baskets. Thanks in advance for all your support. Golf tip for this month: ready golf. Be thinking about your next shot as you drive to your ball. Be considerate of your fellow golfers and keep practice swings to a minimum. Pace of Play means keep the foursome in front of you in sight. Numbers will start to increase with the return of snowbirds, and we need to complete our 9-holes in 2-hours. We’re back to starting at 9:30 am and gathering in the parking lot adjacent to Mulligan Way. Looking forward to seeing you there! Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Dawn Neigh November is the beginning of a great new golf season. There are so many opportunities to golf, give, and compete. Mark your calendar to participate in our first tournament November 7 — 8 with the LAMGA men’s group. Sign up sheets have been posted in the Pro Shop. The two day tournament includes lunch on the second day, and bring extra money for a 50/50 share the wealth. Opening day luncheon is scheduled for November 14 after golf. The theme is ”Let The Games Begin!” Get your favorite sports attire ready, be it golf, football, baseball etc. You get the idea! We will also have a 50/50 share the wealth on that day. Our first opportunity to give will be a food drive November 7-14. Boxes will be placed in the Pro Shop to drop off your donations or we will collect them before golf on Tuesday. The donations will be split half and half between Lake Wales Care Center and the Mission in Winter Haven. Your next opportunity will be a Toy Drive December 5th – December 18 and again we will have a box placed int the pro shop or you can donate before golf. You do not need to be a golfer to donate. January will be our last fundraiser We Care for Kids. More information to follow in December. Our Red Hoagland Challenge leaders as of October 3 are: Gina Martine Cheryl Coveleskie Liz Leigh Margie Dersham $78.50 $77.25 $73.25 $69.50 As you can see the year is in full swing. Hit them long and hit them straight! 44

LAMGA By David Kubissa With two months remaining in the LAMGA season, November brings a busy agenda for the league and its board of directors. A two-day mixer on November 7 and 8 will bring together LAMGA and LALGA members. Sign up in the Pro Shop for this special event. The LAMGA board has three directors’ seats up for election. Be on the lookout for emailed self-nomination sheets. Voting takes place the latter part of November. Instructions will be forthcoming to members. For information about what a director’s position involves, check the LAMGA bylaws on the league’s web page at LakeAshtonLiving.com or contact league President Rolly Geyer. Registration for the 2024 season will launch in December. Printable forms will be emailed to members and posted online on the LAMGA home page at LakeAshtonLiving.com. It is important to sign up for the next season and pay the $25 registration fee to ensure your eligibility for league play in 2024. The annual LAMGA meeting will take place after league play on Dec. 6, with lunch included. Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge update: Through the end of September, the standings are: 1. John Milsom, $163.25; 2. Doug Hines, $146.50; 3. Paul Panone, $144.75; 4. Rolly Geyer, $129.75. Sponsor spotlight: This month we thank and highlight the following LAMGA sponsors who provide services and goods to the local community: Charm City restaurant, Lake Wales Family Restaurant, Ovation Bistro & Bar, Schack’s Bar-B-Que, Sizzling Grill, Golden Nails, and Posh Salon and Day Spa, Inc. We also thank two individuals who have generously supported the league: Ann and Todd McCarthy.

Lake Ashton Woodworkers Yard & Craft Sale Fundraiser November 4 8 am to 2 pm Clubhouse Residents can browse for bargains and the Woodworkers will also have a display of items you can purchase to support the Woodshop. Open to Lake Ashton Residents Only

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter October 2023 Simply the Best! Don't miss the LAVA Don't miss the LAVA Auxiliary Auxiliary Craft Fair October 21 Clubhouse Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com Craft Fair October 21 9 am - 2 pm in the 9 am - 2 pm in the

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MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. OCTOBER 2 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworkers Project of the Month • Featured Speakers: United Way Reading Pals • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance, ComForCare OCTOBER 9 • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Central Florida Breast Cancer Foundation • Featured Vendors: Central Florida Healthcare, 3D Mobile Mammography, Matt Simpson with Edward Jones The Bloodmobile will be parked in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot 8:30 to 11 am OCTOBER 16— NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING OCTOBER 23 • Featured Speaker: American Legion Post 71 and All Veterans Center • Featured Vendors: Melissa Kincaid with Edward Jones, Glass Door Store, Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Group OCTOBER 30 • Costume Contest! No Tricks, Just Get a Sweet Treat! • Featured Speaker: Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce • Featured Vendor: Living Water Boat Cruises IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 MIND & BODY 31 CLUBS 34 GOLF 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, October 16, 9 am (please note new start time) Clubhouse Ballroom Joint Meeting with LAIICDD to follow at 11:30 am LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, October 20, 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm or by appointment HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday COLLECTIONS AT MONDAY COFFEES Bite Me Monday (second Monday) is the collection of donations such as old towels, toys, pet food and supplies for the Polk County Humane Society. Shout out to Mary Dornhecker for taking monthly trips to the Polk County Humane Society to drop off donations! Peanut Butter Monday (third Monday) is the monthly collection of non-perishable items, to be donated to a local non-profit. This month the items collected will be donated to Victory Ridge Academy, a local nonprofit organization and member of the Polk County Public/Charter Schools, where children with special needs overcome daily challenges and enjoy success in learning and living. The following items are needed: Gallon baggies, fruit cups, cereal bars, small individual cereal boxes, macaroni cups or small boxes, ravioli, spaghetti-o’s, etc., crackers, juice boxes, pudding cups, macaroni in micro cups. All 5 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: October 11 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE October 11 and 25, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot cans should have a pull top. Victory Ridge Academy was near and dear to Shirley Goldstein's heart, a resident (and Victory Ridge Board Member) who passed away this year. She would expect this collection effort to continue and staff is happy to do so. Please be sure to drop off all donations on October 16 by 2 pm. HEA LTH SCREENIN GS & MORE OCTOBER 9 Staff is working hard to try and bring basic health services to you, in your community! Now health services are just a golf cart ride away. On October 9 there will be several healthcare vendors at Monday Coffee. Central Florida Healthcare will be onsite offering FREE oral cancer screenings, blood pressure checks, and BMI reviews in the Ballroom, in addition to FREE biometric scans in their mobile unit that will be parked in the west parking lot. Future dates will be booked which will offer a wider variety of medical and dental services in their mobile unit. Be sure to speak to a representative on October 9 to see if they accept your insurance. Additionally, 3D Mobile Mammography will be at Monday Coffee on October 9 to discuss their mobile mammography bus services. Residents will be able to schedule appointments for an event at Lake Ashton in November. Visit 3dmobilemammography.com for more information. The Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida will be our featured speaker as well. Come hear powerful stories and find out more information about this amazing charity.

WELCOME TO LAKE ASHTON New residents of Lake Ashton can sign up at either Activities Desk and online for a New Resident Orientation held November 3 in the HFC at 2 pm. This is an opportunity to meet community leaders and other new residents, and get information about the community. New residents can also stop by the Clubhouse or HFC during operating hours to receive a welcome packet, sign up for community-wide emails, and more. CLUBHOUSE OPEN HOUSE There will be an Open House at the Clubhouse November 18 from 4 to 8 pm and all Lake Ashton residents are invited to check out the newly refurbished amenities at the Clubhouse and mingle with friends and neighbors. There will be snacks and non-alcoholic beverages set up throughout the Clubhouse. Charm City will offer happy hour pricing for drinks and appetizers in the restaurant during the entire event. This is a free event and there is no need to sign up, just stop by anytime between 4 and 8 pm. We hope to see everyone there! WELCOME COMMITTEE The Lake Ashton Welcome Committee is being resurrected! A facilitator has volunteered and is now looking for a group of friendly, helpful residents to be a part of the "committee". If you would like to share a few hours a month getting to know and help new neighbors, please email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. The only requirements are that you are community minded and interested in being helpful to new residents. The first meeting will be held the last week in November. SHREDDING EVENT Save the date for a shredding event on November 11 sponsored by the Lake Wales Breakfast Rotary with donations being accepted for Honduras relief. ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Recycle your electronics on November 28 at the Clubhouse. Drop-off starts at 9 am, and no drop-offs will be accepted after 12:30 pm. Please drop off all electronics in the black bins in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Scan the above QR code to view the list of accepted items. 6 CLUBHOUSE CARD ROOM/MEDIA CENTER CENTER SWITCHEROO The switching of the spaces utilized by the Card Room and Media Center was completed on September 9. Compliments have been flowing in and we are happy to hear residents love these new spaces. Thank you to the following volunteers for the many hours dedicated to putting tables, chairs, and bookcases together, boxing (and unboxing) Media Center books, and everything in between that led to two amazing new rooms in the Clubhouse: Diana Benzenburg, Mary Blue, Susan Castillo, Al Cooney, Anna Marie Cooney, Terry Fordham, Cynthia Harris, Gretchen Franz, Mary Morasky, Stu Neuberger, George Pollock, Lyn Rogers, Tony Tapper, and Linda Warden. Stop by during the Clubhouse Open House on November 18 to check these new rooms out, in addition to the newly refurbished Pool/Spa area and the newly laid Bowling Alley flooring. MEDIA CENTER REDEDICATION The Media Center was dedicated in memory of Murray Zacharia in October 2019, upon his passing. With the Media Center moving into another space in the Clubhouse, staff reached out to his wife for help with finding the perfect location for the original dedication plaque. Linda Zacharia (below right) can be seen in the Media Center with the original plaque, in the perfect location. Now that the perfect spot was found for the plaque, something just seemed to be missing. Golfers know Murray created the Blue Man Golf Group, as his wife says, after they attended a Blue Man Group concert in Orlando, so it was only fitting that a picture be added that shows his joy after a hole-in-one in Lake Ashton. Now, you may ask, why name it the Blue Man Group, after a musical group. Where is the connection? Well, Murray loved a great play on words. It is called the Blue Man Group because they all play from the Blue tees. **Ah Ha** The group continues to play today and under Bill Bothwell's leadership and with the help of Linda and Murray's son Seth, celebrates Murray during an Annual Memorial Golf Tournament in his honor. Murray was the epitome of a dedicated steward of the Lake Ashton Community. He was on every board and committee that would have him and truly helped mold Lake Ashton into the amazing community that it is. There wasn't a time that he could be found in the Clubhouse without a newspaper, book, or notebook in his hand. He was at every meeting that was held at Lake Ashton, even when he wasn't on one of the boards. He was one of few people that loved a good meeting. He was an information man with a wealth of knowledge that he was willing to share with anyone and his heart was dedicated to Lake Ashton. He is missed everyday by those that had the pleasure of knowing him and it is our honor to be able to rededicate this special place to an amazing person. 7

RECURRING ROOM RESERVATION RENEWALS Group facilitators are encouraged to reach out to Clubhouse Office Manager Sheila Moreland via email at smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com to ensure contact information on file is correct. Forms will be sent electronically to facilitators on November 1 to renew recurring reservations for 2024. Forms need to be returned by November 17. After this date your reserved room cannot be guaranteed. As a reminder, annual Club events can be booked at any time, up to 3 years in advance. Please reach out to Sheila at the email above or via phone at 863-324-5457 with any questions. Please be mindful of the following excerpted policies from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies as it relates to reserving facilities. With the exception of designated Open Play (as defined in Section X – Amenity Policies – General Usage), reservations may be available for up to two (2) hour increments for all facilities listed in this policy, with the exception of the Clubhouse Ballroom and HFC Community Center. These can be reserved for periods up to four (4) hours. Longer time increments may be approved by the Amenity Manager. Amenities that have not been reserved are available for use on a “first come, first served” basis. There are no personal standing weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Lake Ashton activities taking place within the Amenity Facilities should be open to all Lake Ashton residents and not be labeled as “private”. If a standing reservation made by a registered Club, Group, or Organization is cancelled or unused more than three (3) times in a six (6)-month period then the reservation may be revoked by the Amenity Manager. This does not apply to a Club, Group, or Organization going on a planned hiatus previously arranged with Staff. JOINT AMENITY FACILITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT CARD ROOMS/HFC BILLIARD ROOM/CLUBHOUSE GAME ROOM/HFC POKER ROOM 1. Due to the large demand for these rooms, reservations should include the number of tables required to meet the needs of the group. Tables not used will be made available for use by another group or Individual. 2. Amenity reservations are non-exclusive. At the Amenity Manager’s discretion and depending upon scheduling availability, reservations for multiple groups may be booked at the same time in this room. When multiple group activities are scheduled, please be courteous of others. 3. Residents booking the Clubhouse Game Room for a Lake Ashton Club, Group, or Organization meeting or activity should be aware that the room will still be available for Billiards play. The full amenity facilities policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. Questions? Contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com). 8 EAL RO PAVER SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 Before Restoring & Sealing Pavers sealproorlando@gmail.com Aſter Restoring & Sealing Pavers Benefits of Restoring and Sealing Pavers with Polymeric Sand • Inhibits weeds and grass in joints. • Reduces moss growth. • Deters ants and other insects. • Prevents loss of sand in joints. • Helps repel oil, grease, grime and stains. • Easier routine cleaning, enhances color, texture and brightness. • Resists the effects of harsh weather conditions. • Keeps the under base materials dry to prevent pavers from sinking and dipping. Patios & Walkways Benefits of Proper Drainage Installing Channel Drains • Removes water from flooded low areas where water accumulates causing weeds, mildew and mold growth. • Keeps entire paver area looking consistent without stains or permanent embedded darkening in pavers. • Prevents water entering pool or other unwanted areas. Avoids slip areas from forming. • Directs water in correct direction allowing drains to stay washed and functional. • Paver Installation • Pressure Washing • Travertine Sealing • Paver Repair • Polymeric Sanding Installing Channel Drain Steps for Sealing 1-2-3 1 Commercial pressure wash removing dirt, mold, mildew, weeds and contaminates. 2 Re-sand with polymeric sand locking deep inside joints. 3 Heavy multi-application of sealer to renew the original look of newly installed pavers (color added in sealer optional). FREE ESTIMATES 863.272.0746 sealpr oorlando@gmail.c om CONTACT KALEB TODAY AT 863.272.0746 TO GET A FREE ESTIMATE! Repair Low Areas & Root Liſt Stress Areas • Extend Driveways/Walkways • Install New Walkways, Patios & Planter Walls

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director If you were traveling over the summer, welcome back! You might notice a few changes at the Clubhouse, including procedures for signing up for events and purchasing tickets. TicketLeap was introduced to residents in July and staff is here to help with this new transition. Residents are encouraged to stop by the Activities Office during posted office hours for assistance on how to navigate this new program. As we move into a digital world it's important to emphasize a community mindset based on social inclusion and it starts with you! Sit at a new table at Monday Coffee, invite neighbors to an event that you are attending, come to one of the new resident socials and sit with someone new. Lake Ashton is an amazing retirement community, mainly because of the people that live here. Haven magazine thinks so as well. Lake Ashton was recently voted Best Retirement Community in their "Best of Haven" issue. On an everyday basis residents should represent what makes Lake Ashton an amazing community: Having pride in your community, respecting and supporting one another, and encouraging and embracing cultural diversity and social interaction among generations. These things, among others, are what makes a community a community! Looking back to this time three years ago, residents were going through real tests of strength and resilience. Zoom social gatherings were raising spirits while residents were out trying to enjoy social activities during an uncertain time. Let's reflect on those times and ensure social interaction is as important now as it was during those challenging times. Updates from the Board of Supervisors September Meeting: Supervisors approved a refurbishment project for the Bocce Courts that will include the installation of a concrete curb, new side boards, and new carpet. LACDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am September 25 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am September 11 & 25 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee The 2023-2024 Bingo Room Rental Agreement was approved. A big thank you to all the Lake Ashton volunteers that put in many hours every week to ensure a great time is had by all that attend Bingo. Supervisors approved a quote to replace bridge boards. This is part of a yearly maintenance plan that includes pressure washing and sealing to help extend the life of the bridges. There will be a Joint Board of Supervisors meeting on October 16 at 11:30 am following the LACDD meeting at 9 am. Please note this is the new start time for LACDD meetings. The Joint Amenities Facilities Policies will be discussed by both Boards at this time. All residents are encouraged to attend. Updates regarding the new security options will be released via email blast. Please stay tuned for more information regarding implementation of this program. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com and fill out the form on the right side of the home page or scan this QR code to begin receiving email blasts. 10 Simplifying Your Life 863.875.5600 www.performancegolfcarts.com GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Gp GOLF CARTS, PARTS AND ACCESSORIES UNBEATABLE BATTERY PRICES Includes Free Pick Up and Delivery, Professional Installation, Always FREE Pick Up and Delivery 3YEARBumpertoBumper Warranty on New Golf Carts Shop all of our new, used, and refurbished golf carts online 24/7 New 2023 Models Non commissioned sales team here to help you Huge selection of colors and styles Multiple brands and features to choose from From the beginning we set out to be the simplest golf cart company you have ever dealt with. Our straight forward, honest, and up front approach over the years has been our recipe for success. Always offering unmatched guarantees, unmatched value, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Please allow us the opportunity to show you the difference, please stop by and meet our team or give us a call today! 1051 US Highway 92 W Auburndale, FL 33823 (Across from the Auburndale Flea Market ) 11

LAIICDD NEWS By Krystle Funk LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com October is upon us, and we have lots of activities and events coming up at the Health and Fitness Center! October always brings in our annual Breast Cancer Walk, which will be held on October 13 at 9 am. There will be two routes just like last year. One is ¾ mile and the other is 1 ½ mile long. There will be a breakfast after for those who participated. We will have a guest speaker from the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida bringing the latest updates on detection and treatment. Please participate in this very important event! Throughout the month of Breast Cancer Awareness, we will be adding names of those who are fighting, who have survived, and who we have lost to the battle of Breast Cancer to our Wall of Stars. Feel free to call or stop by the HFC Activities Desk to give us a name to add to our wall. Also, during the month of October we encourage our residents that participate in our exercise class to wear pink. In every class you attend all you would have to do when you’re wearing pink is to put a “P” next to your name when you sign in. At the end of the month, we will tally up the number of times a person wears pink and the person who has the most tallies wins a prize. In keeping with our spooky month, we will have on October 13 our Annual Halloween Party with DJ Wayne that will start from 7 to 10 pm. While costumes are not mandatory, but they will be welcomed. We will be giving prizes for the Best Costume, Originality, and Spookiest. So come on out and join the local ghouls and spirits for a fun time! Last month the Lake Ashton II Board approved an upgrade to the resident access control system for our West Gate. The same type of system will be instituted at the East Gate so there will be one system for residents to use. This will enhance the security of our community by changing out the “clickers” currently used and are no longer secure. Plans are being developed to implement this in the coming months, ensuring a smooth transition. There are many many upcoming activities planned including the Lake Ashton Veterans Association USO Dance featuring Good Stuff Band on November 10, New Year at the HFCs New Years Celebration, and more. 12 AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... BEST PRICES on Get a... with a ELEVATE YOUR SAVINGS Earn up to $1,500 Stressless® credit toward additional Stressless® furniture or take $400 off select recliners.* *See store for details. mattress set purchase 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 13 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2023 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1487 9/23 In Stock & Ready for Delivery! $300 GIFT CARD

L.A. LOOKS Central Native Plants of Florida By Lynn Davis Cardinals and hummingbirds are just a few lovers of Coral Honeysuckle. Unlike its “cousin”, this Florida Water Management District. We ask that residents refrain from entering or planting in these restricted areas. If you have any inquiries or concerns, please contact Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. PET OWNER REMINDERS native is less invasive. Coral Honeysuckle is a vine that can grow up to 15 ft. or more tall. It can be contained in a large container. It only requires pruning once a year. Growers can shape the vine to fit their style or needs. It is forgives hard pruning in Spring or Fall. This plant is considered an evergreen in Central Florida. Since it is cold tolerant, it does not lose all its leaves in our winter months. It does so in colder climates up north. Best of all, It is drought tolerant once established. Honeysuckle will bloom from Spring through Fall before the flowers mature into berries. It has more showy blooms in an area with at least 6 hours of sun. Coral Honeysuckle is maintenance free and requires little watering once established. It is close to pest free! You’ll enjoy the beautiful blooms and hummingbirds visits to its tubular flowers. Don’t be fooled into thinking it’s a lot of work! The Japanese Honeysuckle is the one that gives this vine a bad rap! You can find Coral Honeysuckle at Native Plant Nurseries. WETLANDS AND CONSERVATION AREAS OF LAKE ASHTON Many residents live close to wetlands or protected areas. A wetland performs numerous beneficial functions for the ecosystem. As a giant sponge, they enhance water quality by removing pollutants before they reach our beautiful lake and protect residents from flooding. The Lake Ashton Community Development District has a contract with an aquatics vendor for the maintenance of certain wetlands and conservation areas. These regions fall under the jurisdiction of the Southwest The Joint Amenity Facilities Policies states that "Handlers are responsible for picking up after their pets and disposing of any waste in a designated pet waste receptacle." Violations are subject to the suspension process as outlined in the full policy. The bags located in the dispensers at the Pet Play Parks and by the Clubhouse Tennis Courts are for use while at the Park or walking around the amenities only. Under no circumstance should users take large quantities of the bags for use outside of these areas. Put down all umbrellas prior to leaving the Pet Play Park. The umbrellas could be damaged during windy days. Several umbrellas have been damaged over the past fiscal year. LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA (LW) HOA BOARD • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Bob Prowant, Officer manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Greg Bluemke, Officer arc.lakeashtonhoa.org 14 15

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Anhinga , a bird of southeastern swamps, breeds here at Lake Ashton. The gawky, white young are sometimes mistaken for baby White Pelicans (which do not breed in Florida). Being able to vary its buoyancy in water and sometimes swimming with only the head and neck above water earned it the nickname "Snakebird." Another nickname is "Water Turkey." This bird is frequently confused with the Double-crested Cormorant found in the same habitat. However, the Anhinga's neck, tail and pointed bill are longer. The adult male Anhinga displays a beautiful pattern of silvery white on the wings while drying them (pictured at left). The female Anhinga (pictured above) has a light-brown neck and can be remembered as going nowhere without her mink stole. Anhingas feed by spearing a fish with their sharp bills and then quite the struggle can ensue as they work to get the fish off the bill and down the hatch. NEED TO REPLACE YOUR MAILBOX? Lot owners are responsible for the maintenance and appearance of their mailboxes. If a mailbox is damaged in any way or must be replaced, it shall only be replaced with an approved unit. Approved Mailboxes: Creative Mailbox Design SB33/DB29/M-10/3x65 Fluted Red Flag/Metallic Gold. This is the mailbox originally installed by the builder. Imperial Mailbox Solutions configurations CS D2-8007K (Single) and CS TD2-8007K (Twin). This is an approved substitute. It is available from B&F Lawn and Landscaping. 16

SAFETY PARKING & ROAD SAFETY REMINDERS Residents are reminded that the speed limit throughout all of Lake Ashton is 20 mph and all golf carts, vehicles, and bicycles (including electric bicycles) should make a complete stop just before the white stop bar whether before or after the posted stop sign. It only takes a moment to follow the traffic controls that are in place that could potentially prevent a serious accident. The Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Department patrol in Lake Ashton on a regular basis. Please take a little extra time to ensure you maneuver throughout the community as safely as possible to avoid a ticket and more importantly, an accident. The following excerpt was taken from Florida State Statute 316.1945 Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited in specified places. For the full statue, scan the QR code with your smartphone. No person shall stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers: 1. In front of a public or private driveway. 2. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 3. Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 4. Within 30 feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway. Keep in mind the streets in Lake Ashton are very narrow and there are many forms of traffic which heightens the danger during busy times. The information listed above will be passed along to vendors to ensure they are following the established state statutes. The following items will also help to alleviate dangerous situations on the road. • Do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle. • Do not park on a curve. • Park as close to the curb as possible. 18 Residents can help by informing vendors that are performing work at their home of the parking "good practices" above. With everyone's help the streets of Lake Ashton will be as safe as possible. STATE OF FLORIDA SETS NEW GOLF CART AGE REQUIREMENTS Recent state legislation changes have increased the age for golf cart drivers taking effect October 1. The law requires that a person operating a golf cart on public roads or streets who is under 18 years of age must possess a valid learner’s permit or driver’s license. Please note, Lake Wales PD and Winter Haven PD can issue a ticket for violations of this law. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison We now continue our series on Senior Scams, identifying how they work, what you should know, and what you should do. Our first scam and one of the most common is: A Loved One In “Trouble”. Fraud criminals remain successful due to their use of technology. They pray on older adults in hopes we are not as savvy. The ever-emerging world of artificial intelligence is raising these attacks to new heights. How It Works: a loved one calls indicating they are in urgent trouble and need money NOW! The voice sounds just like your loved one and can even respond to some comments and/or questions. What You Should Know: only a few seconds of your loved one’s voice captured on social media is cloned using AI to create a computer-generated replica of their voice that can say anything. What You Should Do: Do not fall into the urgency of the caller. Hang up and call your loved one directly or check with another family member. Stay tuned each month as we identity and unravel the scams and tactics used to separate us from our money or steal our personal information. For questions/concerns, please contact Deputy Chief, Joan Dibattista @ 239.851.7899. The Importance of Long-Term Care Planning According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, over 70% of seniors will require long-term care at some point in their lives. Despite this statistic, very few people have a plan. Without a long-term care (LTC) plan, your finances will likely suffer if you need to pay for care. You may also put your family members in a challenging situation as they’ll probably take on the role of caregiver or help pay for your care. Here’s a closer look at what long-term care planning is and why it’s crucial. What is Long-Term Care Planning? LTC planning refers to how you’ll pay for future care should you need it while protecting your assets. You may need care for several months, years, or even decades, depending on your health and lifespan. Your plan can include the following, and may even be covered by insurance: • Home modifications to make your home safer, comfortable, and more accessible. • Technology and tools to help you remain more independent. • Assistance with housekeeping and personal care like bathing and getting dressed. • Skilled medical care by nurses or other providers. • Facilities like nursing homes or assisted living centers. The cost of long-term care varies. It usually depends on where you live, the type of care you need, how much care you need, and how long you need it. What is Long-Term Care Insurance? Long-term care insurance pays for the cost of long-term care needs that Medicare does not cover. It can help with expenses like nursing home care, assisted living, adult daycare, in-home care, home modifications, and care coordination. Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary Office: 99 6th St SW Suite 109 Winter Haven Fl 33880 P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident As you age, a long-term care policy is a vital part of any longterm care plan or financial planning. An LTC policy can give you the peace of mind of knowing that if you face an illness or disability as you age, you can afford the care you need. Also, your children and other family members won’t deal with the significant expenses that may come with your long-term care. What to Look For in a Long-Term Care Policy Not all long-term care policies are created equal. That’s why it’s a good idea to shop around and compare all your options. Be sure to consider the following factors before you decide on a policy. • Daily Benefit Amount: Depending on the carrier, it usually ranges from $50 to $500 per day ($1500 to $15,000 per month). • Inflation Protection Amount: The inflation protection amount is significant if you’re younger. Nursing home rates go up every year, so the higher the inflation protection, the better. • Your Age: The younger you are, the less expensive your premiums will be. Most financial professionals recommend you buy long-term care insurance in your 50s or 60s. Consult Your Financial Professional Together we can review your financial situation and determine the ideal long-term care plan for your situation. Contact us today to get started. 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PulsePoint - You can receive 24/7 notifications (when selected in the app) of fires, traffic SMARTPHONE SAFETY APPS Almost everyone these days has a “smart phone”. In addition to placing and receiving phone calls with them, they can take photos and use applications (called “apps”) to perform some very helpful tasks for you. Here are a few of the publicly available, free apps your Lake Ashton CERT use to track emergency services and severe weather. Apple iPhone users can download them in the Apple App Store. Android users can access them in Google Play. Apple and Android phones come with weather apps capable of sending you alerts of severe weather events in your current area (if you set them up to do so in each app). The logo shown at the left is for iPhone weather. To access weather on an Android phone open Google, enter “weather” in the search box and select “weather” from the results below your search line. collisions, utility emergencies, and natural disasters. There is also a map in the app that pinpoints the location of these issues. Scan this QR code to view a TECO map showing power outages in the area and the estimated time to restore service. CAP By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are part of Neighborhood Watch you are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) does this by patrolling the streets and looking for things that do not belong in the community. Our patrol presence with lights flashing is our deterrent to help keep our streets safe. CAP is always looking for more volunteers to be the eyes, ears and presence for the Sheriff’s Department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 917-482-3151. 20 21

MOVI ES OCTOBER 17 — 19 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM POLITE SOCIETY OCTOBER 3 — 5 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE BEANIE BUBBLE 2023 | R | 1H 50MIN Why did the world suddenly treat stuffed animals like gold? Ty Warner (Zach Galifinakis) was a frustrated toy salesman until his collaboration with three women grew his masterstroke of an idea into the biggest toy craze in history. This is an inventive story about what and who we value, and the unsung heroes whose names didn't appear on the heart-shaped tag. OCTOBER 10 — 12 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM ASTEROID CITY 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 45MIN Following a writer on his world famous fictional play about a grieving father who travels with his tech-obsessed family to small rural Asteroid City to compete in a junior stargazing event, only to have his world view disrupted forever. Directed by Wes Anderson, starring Tom Hanks, Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Hope Davis, Steve Park, Rupert Friend, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Matt Dillon, Hong Chau, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, Tony Revolori, Jake Ryan and Jeff Goldblum. 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 43MIN A merry mash-up of sisterly affection, parental disappointment and bold action, POLITE SOCIETY follows martial artist-intraining Ria Khan who believes she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting the help of her friends, Ria attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists in the name of independence and sisterhood. OCTOBER 24 — 26 INSIDE 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 2023 | R | 1H 45MIN INSIDE tells the story of Nemo (Willem Dafoe), an art thief trapped in a New York penthouse after his heist doesn't go as planned. Locked inside with nothing but priceless works of art, he must use all his cunning and invention to survive. OCTOBER 31 — NOVEMBER 2 HYPNOTIC 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 2023 | R | 1H 32MIN Determined to find his missing daughter, Austin detective Danny Rourke (Ben Affleck) finds himself spiraling down a rabbit hole investigating a series of reality-bending crimes where he will ultimately call into question his most basic assumptions about everything and everyone in his world. Aided by a gifted psychic, Rourke simultaneously pursues and is pursued by a lethal specter -- the one man he believes holds the key to finding the missing girl -- only to discover more than he ever bargained for. TUESDAY SHOWINGS & THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 22 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. OCTOBER 6 11 AM, 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) EIGHT MEN OUT 1988 | PG | 1H 59MIN The Chicago White Sox, who are set to play the Cincinnati Reds in the World Series of 1919, are at odds with their team's owner, Charles Comiskey (Clifton James), who pays his players unsatisfactory wages despite the team's popularity. A group of professional gamblers offers the Sox's best athletes a fortune to throw the series, and the players agree. However, their reputations and careers are ruined when the dark secret, dubbed the "Black Sox Scandal," reaches the public consciousness. OCTOBER 13 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM TAKE ME HOME: THE JOHN DENVER STORY 2000 | G | 1HR 3 MIN John Denver achieved fame, fortune, and acclaim for his iconic country-pop music, but his sunny personality masked private pain and dark secrets that his celebrity could never heal. This movie is based on Denver's autobiography about his early career, his first marriage and the rocky relationship with his father and stars Chad Lowe and Kristin Davis. NO MOVIES WILL BE SHOWN ON FRIDAYS OCTOBER 20 AND OCTOBER 27

EVENTS SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YO U R SMARTPHONE TO S I G N U P FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. 2024 LAKE ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKET INFO Due to high demand, 2024 season tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents. There is a limit of one ticket per resident. Please have a Lake Ashton photo identification on hand to purchase tickets with Visa, MasterCard or check payable to LACDD. Please note, letters are no longer mailed out. Tickets will be sold in person and over the phone; there is not an online purchase option for Entertainment Series Tickets at this time. Season ticket renewals run October 2 — 31. Residents that are not at Lake Ashton during this time can renew tickets over the phone, with a Visa or MasterCard. Those who renew their season tickets can exchange for a different showtime or seat selection based on availability, on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning at 9 am November 7 through 5 pm November 9. Upgrades/exchanges can be made over the phone with a credit card but in person sales will be processed prior to phone sales. Tickets can only be exchanged by the named season ticket holder. New season tickets will be on sale November 14 through December 8. Residents that are not at Lake Ashton during this time can purchase tickets over the phone, with a Visa or MasterCard. Contact the Clubhouse Activities Desk at 863-324-6032 with any questions. CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT The HFC’s Fall Back Cornhole Tourney returns Friday,October 6 starting at 9 am. This tournament will consist of two players per team that will compete against other teams in a double elimination to win a TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 24 HALLOWEEN AT THE HFC Don’t miss Halloween at the HFC on Friday, October 13 from 7 to 10 pm with DJ Wayne. Admission is $10 and table reservations can be made at the HFC for $10. BYOB. prize. This tournament is sponsored by Weaver and Loveless Law. Stop by the HFC to cheer on your favorite teams. KARAOKE NIGHT Sing your heart out at Karaoke in the Ballroom on October 11! $5 tickets are available for purchase online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Next Date: November 8 A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay a 6% listing commission when you can use A+ Realty and list for only 2.9%? Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A* Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 25 ?

HOWL-O-WEEN PETS ON PARADE COSTUME CONTEST By Carolyn Bishop Come out and enjoy some of Lake Ashton’s favorite residents — the 4legged ones — as they parade through the parking lot in their best Halloween Costumes on October 31 starting at 2 pm. Check-in will begin at 1:30 on the basketball court and the parade begins at 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. There will be a variety of categories awarded to our fur friends and their owners. Registration is online. Donations to the local Humane Society will be collected at this event. Goodie bags will be distributed to all the participants. Celebrity Judges will be present like Marco Magiolo, the bestselling author of Canine Legends and talented Behavior Therapist to many of our Canine Citizens here in Lake Ashton. Don’t miss a special guest appearance by Marco on Monday, October 30, as he makes a presentation at noon in the Clubhouse Cinema! All are welcome. Questions please contact: Missy Prescott at 304-561-5811. Sponsored by Tessier Law Firm TRIVIA By David Fix We recently had our largest group ever for Sunday Night Trivia—one hundred and seventy-five Lake Ashton residents can’t be wrong! If you haven’t yet had a chance to join us, please consider doing so. It is a night of fun and socialization. Teams are not required and you can bring a team (maximum of 8 per table) or join an open table looking for players to join them. It’s just $1 to play and all money is paid to the winning tables. We play Sunday night in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Doors open at 6 pm and trivia starts at 7. Bring your own snacks and come for the fun! Dates for October: 1, 8, and 22. LA WOODWORKERS YARD & CRAFT SALE FUNDRAISER Come support the Lake Ashton Woodworkers at a Yard & Craft Sale on November 4 from 8 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse. Cost to participate is $20 per table. Setup is 5 to 7 pm on November 3. The Woodworkers will have items on display that you can purchase to support the Woodshop. To reserve your table call Shelba Powell at 863-280-6546. COMMUNITY FRIENDSGIVING Friends and neighbors can gather with thankful hearts at the Community Friends-giving potluck dinner at the Clubhouse on November 17 at 6 pm. Turkey, stuffing, gravy, non-alcoholic beverages, cutlery, plates, and napkins will be provided; you just bring a side dish or dessert that can feed 8 people to share with the community. Tickets go on sale on October 9 for $12 online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office at 10 am. HOME IMPROVEMENT EXPO Lake Ashton residents are invited to the Clubhouse Ballroom to visit with a wide variety of vendors who can aid in home improvement needs on November 29 from 10 am to 1 pm. The vendors participating in the Expo range in expertise such as solar paneling, windows, air conditioning, house cleaning, electrical and so much more. There will be door prizes and presentations throughout the event. RESIDENT SOCIAL POTLUCK The best way to get to know new people is over a good meal! All residents are invited to bring a dish to share that best represents where they are from, whether that be Brazil or Montana, to a free potluck social on November 29 at 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Just be sure your dish can serve eight people. Iced tea, water, paper products, and utensils will be provided. Sign up for the social online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by November 27. 26 October 28 11 am - 2 pm Clubhouse Patio, Parking Lot & Garden Craft BoOths Themed Yard & Carnival Games Charm City FoOd Truck Face Painting Caricatures Make-a-MumMy Contest & MORE! Don’t forget to cheer on the participants at the Fall Festival 5K starting at 8 am at the Clubhouse! All proceeds from the 5K will benefit Lake Ashton Hands 4 Hope. All games and activities (minus the food truck) are completely free thanks to the following sponsors: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, Small World Tours, Water’s Edge, Never Left Alone, Performance Golf Carts, Cruise Planners 27

make donations to the Central Florida Breast Cancer Foundation will be available throughout the night. The table with the most donations collected will win a prize and have their picture featured in the LA Times! Donations of new scarves and head coverings will also be accepted. Tickets are on sale for $25 at the Clubhouse Activities Office. A free ticket opportunity is available for those who participate in the S.M.A.R.T. Retirees seminar on October 3. Sign up for this by scanning the QR code on page 22, online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to receive a free ticket voucher to this event, along with a free dinner at the seminar! 50 SHADES OF PINK COMEDY NIGHT Laugh to raise money for a cure October 6 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom as Comedian Troy Thirdgill will be back on stage for a night of comedy featuring cabaret-styled seating. Multiple opportunities to LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS Tit DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra Join us at the HFC for the annual walk on October 13 at 9 am. There will be two routes — one is ¾ mile and the other is 1½ miles long. There will be a breakfast after for those who participate. We will have a guest speaker from the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida bringing the latest updates on detection and treatment. Designs For Ey Style! PINK RIBBON DANCE The Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 28 presents the Pink Ribbon Benefit Dance featuring the Rusty Trumpet Band on October 29 from 7 to 10 pm at the HFC. Entry Fee is $10/person - buy your tickets early! BYOB and snacks. Reserve your table now at the HFC for $10. Don’t forget to wear your pink! All proceeds benefit the BCFCF. DON’T MISS 3D MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY AT MONDAY COFFEE OCTOBER 9. SEE PAGE HFC WALL OF STARS Reserve a spot on the honor wall to honor those who fought breast cancer, those who are currently fighting breast cancer, and remember those loved ones who have passed. This is free. Exercise class participants - please wear pink to the classes. The person wearing the most pink during the month wins a prize! BREAST CANCER WALK SUPPORTING THE FIGHTERS ADMIRING THE SURVIVORS HONORING THE TAKEN & NEVER GIVING UP HOPE CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE The Christmas Dinner Dance on December 1 is sold out, but you can visit the Clubhouse Activities Office to put your name on a waitlist. Thank you to sponsors Christine Graves Insurance, Charm City, ComForCare, Global LifeStyle Real Estate, LA Realty, Morgan Stanley, South State Bank, EmpowerMe Rehabilitation, and Weaver Loveless Law. 2024 SHOWCASE INFORMATIONAL MEETING By Karen Nelson 2024? It's closer than ever! Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation (LAPAC) is holding the Informational Meeting for the 2024 Showcase on Thursday, November 9 at noon in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This meeting is open to all Lake Ashton residents — bring your interests and talents — vocal, dance, comedy, carpentry, sewing, production, backstage, box office, audio, lighting ... Or, learn or discover hidden talents! We look forward to seeing you there to learn what the excitement is all about. The 2024 Showcase dates are Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23, so save the dates for the 16th Lake Ashton Showcase! If you have any expertise in the areas listed below, or are interested in learning or refining these skills, please contact Mark Graham at 863-232-8599. • Set design, set design manager • Set construction, set construction manager • Mixer operator • Zoom operator • Music PC operator • Video camera operator • Video software editor CHRISTMAS CAROL-OKE By Cheryl Winchester LAPAC would like to invite everyone to join in a FREE holiday celebration: Christmas Carol-Oke on December 16 in the Clubhouse Ballroom! LAPAC would like to give back to the community and say “Thank You” for always supporting our endeavors. FREE tickets will be available online or at the Clubhouse Activities Desk starting November 20 Don’t Miss The Party of the Year in the Clubhouse Ballroom December 31 from 8 pm to midnight! Cast your negative thoughts and energies into the fire (literally, not just metaphorically) & set your intentions for 2024. Rock all night with B. Haven, enjoy food stations and a cash bar with champagne toast at midnight, & make memories in the 360 degree & regular photo booths. Tickets: $45 Online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office 29 after Monday Coffee. There will also be a prize for the best decorated holiday table! LAPAC will supply tablecloths — you supply the decorations. Get in the holiday spirit! Hope to see all of you there. Contact Cheryl Winchester at 305-725-4946 with questions. CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a Chili Cook-off Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 12, 2024 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. Residents can sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to cook chili or donate baked goods, which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets must be purchased in advance at the Clubhouse starting October 9, check payable to LA Purple Stars; 12 tickets for $10, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili. Corn bread, water, and baked goods are cash sales; $1/ item. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. Cheers to the New Year!

MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. NEW TREADMILLS ARE COMING! The LACDD Board of Supervisors approved the replacement of two treadmills in the Clubhouse Fitness Center. Be on the lookout for these new pieces of cardio equipment. Residents have also requested a second recumbent stepper to be installed in the Fitness Center. Quotes for this piece of equipment will be presented at an upcoming Board of Supervisors meeting. As a reminder, please use the antibacterial wipes for all equipment used in the Fitness Center including resistance machines, free weights, benches, and even the cardiovascular equipment. This helps keep germs and viruses at bay and cleans the equipment, making the environment more pleasant for all users. Please see staff with any questions about the Fitness Center or other amenities. FINANCIAL BOOT CAMP Next Class: October 23 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “Am I Forgetting Something?” Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BEGINNER BRIDGE CLASS Learn how to play bridge Thursday mornings at 8:30 am at the HFC beginning October 5. Details: leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com or 813-288-0809. HORSESHOES For information on horseshoes starting up again this fall please contact John Leale at 540-894-3856 or betsleale@aol.com 30 Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Functions of Fat Dietary fat has been vilified for years. We’ve been told that if we eat fat, we will gain fat; but it’s just not that simple. It is true that fat provides most of the fuel that our cells will burn for energy, but our body will burn carbohydrates before it burns fat in an effort to keep our blood sugar levels down. That’s because carbohydrates cause a spike in our blood sugar level which can lead to all kinds of problems in the body by piling up in places where it doesn’t belong, such as the heart, arteries and the liver. Impairing normal function, causing damage, and increasing your risk for heart disease, fatty liver, etc. Choose fiber-rich good carbs, like whole-grain breads and cereals, unprocessed grains, beans, wholewheat pasta, fruit, yogurt, vegetables. Limit simple sugars like candy, cake, soda, and highly processed or fried foods. MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience are sought to join our group that meets on Wednesday afternoons at the HFC from 2 - 4 pm. This group is not on hiatus during the summer! For further information, contact Myrna Soberman at myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. CLASSICAL MUSIC PROGRAM By Ken Hoffman The Lake Ashton Classical Music Program continues in October on Mondays at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. This month we will explore the Early Romantic composers Franz Schubert, Hector Berlioz, and Franz Listz. Learn about these composers and their era while enjoying great performances of their music by world renown musicians. Newcomers can sign up in class. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 31 AUTHORIZED DEALER

LAKE ASHTON DANCE CLASSES - RUMBA Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (certified DVIDA instructor), 863.875.6728 Mondays in October from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center. FREE! No partner needed! TAP JAMMERS Instructor: Julie Bombard Tap Jammers will resume on Friday, October 13 at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. All levels of tappers are welcome. Please note: this class is not designed for beginning tappers.Contact Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com for more information. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Join us for a fun dance class meant just to enjoy dancing and friendships. Class is open to all and is held weekly on Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. If interested, call or ema i l cw i n c h e s t e r 1 0 1 2@gma i l . c om o r 305-725-4946. The first hour will be dedicated to fun dancing, followed by learning the Thriller dance for Halloween. LA MEN’S BIBLE STUDY By Jim Brendemuehl The Men’s Bible Study would like to welcome back snowbirds and new residents and invite you to join our weekly meetings every Tuesday from 10 am to Noon face-to-face in the HFC. We also offer a Zoom connection for those who wish to use that option. Our group is a non-denominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. We are currently discussing 1st and 2nd Peter. Be brave, step out and take a challenge, come meet us and watch your life bloom! Please contact Bob Ring at 734-674-7196 or bobring42297@gmail.com if you have questions or for more information. 32 LA WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY By Louise Gilla We are still offering the Bible study to the women of the community — this will be our 17th year! We have been inspired, and are grateful to offer this excellent way to present a study of God's Word. The opening class will be Wednesday, October 11 at 10 am at the HFC Community Center. All Lake Ashton Women are invited to attend. We will studying the Book of Romans, and the workbook will be available to purchase by October 1, or on the first day of class. Come join us for fellowship, discussion groups, singing, and in-depth study of the Bible. For more information call Louise at 863-514-4015. SPECIAL RESTAURANT ADVERTISING SECTION ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. CHERRY POCKET STEAK N SEAFOOD SHAK 3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales FL 33898 (863) 439-2031, cherrypocket.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. We offer Indoor & Outdoor Seating, Pick-Up, & Delivery THE CROOKED BASS GRILL & TAVERN 1010 N. 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Carmen will teach d if ferent paint ing techniques to achieve cute yet spooky effects on October 17 at 11:30 am! All instruction and supplies will be included for $10 (canister not included.) This class is limited to 25 people. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by October 11. CREATE A CARD Join the group on October 17 at 10 am and 12:30 pm in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. FUSED GLASS PLATE & MORE Friday, October 20, 10 am to 1 pm in he Clubhouse Craft Room: Create a fused glass plate, trivet or set of coasters. Sign up at the Clubhouse or online. Cost is $35, payable at the class with cash, credit, or check. Pre-registration required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. 33 ABSTRACT GLASS POWDERS New Class! Monday, October 30, 6 to 8 pm in the HFC Craft Room: Create a beautiful work of art on glass using glass powders. Sign up at the HFC or call 863-595-1562. Cost is $35, payable at the class with cash, credit, or check. Pre-registration required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. If you have an N-95 mask, please bring it. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN: RUSTIC HOL IDAY DECOR Learn how to craft a set of 3 wooden rustic gifts to add to your Holiday decor by using sandpaper and cracking paint. This class on November 21 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Craft Room is limited to 30 people. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by November 14. WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and structures. Sessions are January 12, February 9, and March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create 2 watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. Call 864-307-1244 to reserve a place. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. SMARTPHONE CLASS Two FREE sessions will help you learn the basics, provide everyday tips and tricks, and navigate the programs that will make your life easier, and your phone easier to understand. November 14 and 27 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Max 20 people. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office.

CLUBS ADOPT-AROAD CLEANUP A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road from Hwy. 27 to County Road 653 on Thursday, October 26. Please sign-up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office so adequate supplies are available. Meet in the Clubhouse Ballroom beginning at 8:30 am to pick up trash bags, gloves, safety vests and trash grabbers. Volunteers will receive a free tshirt and Bok Tower ticket each calendar year. Come have fun and get some exercise while keeping the community beautiful! Contact Linda Sandel if you have any questions at 863-368-0699 or sandelly7@gmail.com. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The October Meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary will be held on October 18 at 6:30 pm at the Clubhouse near the stage. The LAVA Auxiliary is a group of residents (men and women) who work together as a group to create opportunities to reach out to the military and veterans; to let them know that they are appreciated and not forgotten. The next event is the Craft Fair on October 21. Volunteers are needed to bake goodies for our Bake Sale. See the flyer in this Newsletter for more information. There are more than 48 vendors signed up for the Craft Fair. They will be set up in the Clubhouse Lobby, Ballroom, and, NEW this year, the Cinema! Lots of crafts to see! Lunch will be available for purchase as well as baked goods. Check out the kitchen area for these items. Thank you to our volunteers and thanks to Charm City for sponsoring the lunch. God Bless America and our Military! THE LA PURPLE STARS The LA Purple Stars, your Relay for Life Team, will be sponsoring a booth selling handcrafted items at the upcoming Craft Fair October 21 in the Clubhouse. 100% of the proceeds of all donated items sold will go to the American Cancer Society. Once again Linda Ross has so graciously donated a quilt for our raffle item. Tickets for the raffle are $1 each or 12 for $10. They will be on sale at Monday Morning Coffee and also at the Clubhouse 34 Activities Office. We are still looking for homemade items to sell at our booth. Please contact Rita Baxter at 863-604-19028 to drop off your donation. Thank you, Lake Ashton, for supporting The American Cancer Society! CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock It's that time of year when the temperatures begin to cool down and outdoor activates begin to heat up. The Camera Club will hold its first meeting of the fall season October 9 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. Members are encouraged to not only bring along a few photos on a flash drive to share but also ideas for the new season. Residents who are not currently a club member but share an enjoyment of photography are welcome to join us. We’re looking forward to a great season. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club’s September meeting welcomed Mary Jane di Lorenzo from First Lakeland African Violet Society. She educated participants on the different types, care, propagation and numerous handy time saving planting tips. The club’s next meeting is Wednesday, October 11 at 10 am in the Pavilion. Pam Klawinski will present about Fall Blooms. Members are encouraged to bring questions and expertise. The Garden Club meets the second Wednesday of each month. LA BELLES By Joan DiBattista The witches, ghosts and goblins will be joining us for lunch at the Sizzling Grill on October 25 at 1 pm. Costumes are optional but there will be prizes for the best three. Sign up at the Clubhouse. If you have any questions, call Faye Cooke (863-969-8700), Bernice Williams (863-875-8180) or Joan DiBattista (239-851-7899). Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Excellent Our experience with Brad was exceptional! Our transaction was unique in that, Brad worked with us from out of state. He was not only extremely talented as a Real Estate agent, but much more. He took a vested interest in our situation from day one. He is an excellent communicator, tremendous in detail, and went way beyond expectations throughout the process. Also, he is very caring and personal as an advocate, doing what ever it takes to not only to satisfy, but truly puts himself in the shoes of his client. I felt as though he was engaging as if it were his own home to sale. We’ve been involved in many real estate transactions over many years, and Brad is the best agent we’ve ever experienced! He is the real deal and I highly recommend him. You won’t be disappointed! The Family of Jim Andrews 30 August 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 35

BOLLA By Linda Warden BOLLA has been busy throughout the summer, working hard to get blankets ready for the schools this fall. BOLLA has gained a few new members this year and also have had to say goodbye to some that have moved away. We are looking forward to all our traveling members return to Lake Ashton. It’s not necessary to be able to sew. We tie knots! We meet every Monday in the Clubhouse Craft Room at 1 pm. Please come and join us! LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting October 5 in-person only at the HFC. NOTE NEW TIME: Social time with snacks will be from 6 to 6:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 6:30. Speaker will be Matthew Grocholske, President of the Polk County Young Democrats, to discuss energizing young voters in Polk County. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Linda Sandel The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet Wednesday October 25 at the Clubhouse. Check-in and social time starts at 3:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 4 p.m. The guest speaker is Rick Wilson, Polk County Commissioner. If you have a neighbor (registered Republican) who would like to attend, please invite them. We look forward to seeing you there! For more information, contact Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join the group Wednesday, October 11 at 2 pm at the HFC Craft Room to have fun looking for your ancestors with your fellow Lake Ashtonians. At the September meeting, two members reported on their exciting trip to Scotland where they met with a living cousin. What an awesome report! One of them also baked some Scottish treats which we all enjoyed. Come join us and learn how to research and find your ancestors. Questions? Call Jane at 815-545-6655. DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged - contact Don Fuller at dfuller627@yahoo.com. August 14: North-South 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster; 3rd George Rogers & Keith Stevens; East-West 1st Jeannine Connors & Marian Oshinsky; 2nd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine; 3rd Liz Smith & Trish Kellar August 21: North-South 1st Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster; 2nd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 3rd Jim Ford & Keith Stevens; East-West 1st Nelda Sedlacek & Dana Griffiths; 2nd Jeannie Connors & Marian Oshinsky; 3rd Ron Kalisz & Bruce Dutton August 28: North- South 1st Graham Littlehales & Marian Oshinsky; 2nd Jim Ford & Keith Stevens; 3rd Howard Mayne & Dee Mayne; East-West 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Ron Kalisz & Bruce Dutton; 3rd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine September 11: North-South 1st Graham Littlehales & Marian Oshinsky; 2nd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 3rd James Ford & Dana Griffiths; East – West 1st Keith Stevens & Liz Smith; 2nd Judy Marine & Marge Kniat; 3rd Ron Kalisz & Bruce Dutton 36 37

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Lake Ashton Swim Club members are busy at the pool. Some fitness swimmers count their laps with an initial goal of swimming to Daytona Beach or 100 miles, including one of our swimmers who has almost reached 300 miles. Others participate in, or are aiming for, senior age group competition as part of the national Senior Games program, which offers regional and statewide competition, divided by gender and age groups. Congratulations to members Cathy Liska and Sandy Papineau (pictured) for their participation in the 22nd Annual Gainesville Senior Games meet. They brought home eight medals between them, including a gold for Sandy in her most challenging event; and their finishes qualified them for the State Championships, which will be held December 2 and 3 in Temple Terrace. The competitive members of the club will swim at the Golden Age Games in Sanford on Nov. 5. That meet is the oldest in the country, and our swimmers find it to be one of the best. If anyone is interested in trying it out as part of the Lake Ashton team, let coach Sandy know at sandyw1994@aol.com. The entry deadline is Oct. 20. All Senior Games meets are open to anyone 50 & over. Fitness swimmers are always welcome at the club workouts on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at the HFC Indoor Pool. SENIOR SOFTBALL By Bob Zelazny Winter Haven Senior Softball Club offers men and women over the age of 55 years the opportunity to play organized slow pitch softball. There are over 160 men and women members (thirteen reside in Lake Ashton) that compete on a regular basis. Games are played at the DiamondPlex located on 6th Street across from Polk State College. Games are played on Tuesday and Friday mornings and start at 9 am (check in at 8:30). You should be home by noon. The league is organized into two divisions: players 55-68, and players 69 and older. Rules have been put in place to ensure player safety and provide for a fair level of competition. Runners are available if you have bad knees. Actual league play runs from January thru March. During that time, players will be assigned to a team that will compete for the season title. Cost is just $40 for the year which includes two uniforms and a hat, three social events with a family barbecue at the end of the season, and a year’s worth of fun and exercise. If you are unsure at this time, you can come out and play one game for free. If you are interested contact Bob Zelazny at 863-325-8098. He can explain the program and get you in touch with local players for carpooling to the games. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In September, 33 people attended the 38 (continued) meeting. The group discussed future events. On October 19 from 4 – 6 pm, a Halloween Mingle will be held in the Pavilion. Judy Perry and Suzanne are setting up for the Mingle and would welcome helpers. On December 15, Deb Kreider will host the Christmas party in her home at 5:30 pm. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on October 1. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg During the pandemic, there wasn’t much any of us could do, so the LA Rockers was started as part of the Kindness Project. The group has grown by leaps and bounds from that day, with over 150 active members currently, and others who just paint on their own. In addition to hiding “Kindness Rocks” for all of our neighbors to find and leaving a welcome rock for our new neighbors, we have donated holiday rocks to several nursing homes in the area, theme rocks to the Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser, and to similar community projects. We have a lot of fun gathering for “classes” and painting together. LA Rockers will meet in the HFC ballroom from 2:00 to 4:00 twice a month. On the first Wednesday of the month, experienced members will share their skills with the LA Rockers who have already been to meetings. On the third Wednesdays of the month, LA Rockers will hold a "free paint" session where newcomers are welcome to join the group. Newcomers will be lent the supplies they need for their first session; however, they MUST contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) at least five days before their first meeting so that she can be prepared with supplies and be able to contact them if the meeting has to be canceled. Please remember that the point is not to paint a masterpiece, but to have a good time. This month LA Rockers will meet on October 4 and 18. If a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group page on Facebook. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 39 www.jimsfloordepot.com

GOLF LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Could it be … OPENING DAY October 3rd has arrived … and that also means cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, and the return of our members from their fun adventures. Get your dues paid by October 1st to play, and sign-up for the game and lunch. Our last game in October is on the 31st – let’s dress for the occasion and bring treats for our fellow Niners. If you’re not into the spooky or funny or themed costumes – just wear funny socks! Or a funny hat, or wear a candy necklace, or bring your funny face! Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Dawn Neigh It is finally October! The snowbirds will be returning, and golf will be in full swing. Plus, an extra bonus of cooler weather. We have a few fundraisers this year such as We Care for Kids and a toy drive. Our membership dues are due on November 1 and forms will be available in October. We will vote on our constitution the week of October 16. For your information, the updated Standing Rules and Bylaws are on Lake Ashton Living website. Also on the website are numerous Rules are Tools which is a quick resource for our members. Our current standings for the Red Hoagland Challenge: Gina Martine $70.75 MaryLou Wheat $66.75 Cheryl Coveleski $57.75 Liz Leigh $54.50 Finally, save this date, ladies and gentlemen! Our first tournament with the LAMGA and LALGA ladies will be November 7 and 8! See you on the course! 40

LAMGA By David Kubissa The highlight for September was the special two-day LAMGA Ryder Cup on Sept. 6 and 7. LAMGA golfers were split into Red and Blue teams playing formats patterned after the actual Ryder Cup competition that took place in Rome, Italy, last month. At the end of Day 1, the Red team led the LAMGA competition with 11 ½ points to the Blue team’s 10 ½ points. On Day 2, the Red team widened its lead and ended up with 38 ½ points to Blue team’s 28 ½ points . Day 2 concluded with a lunch in the Eagle’s Nest. Another special two-day event is on the calendar for November 6 and 7 that will bring together LAMGA and LALGA – the women’s golf association – for a mixer. Look for details and a signup sheet this month. In regular weekly play, the race for the top spots in the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge remains tight going into the final months of the year. The standings through the end of August are: 1. John Milsom, $151.25; 2. Paul Panone, $132.75; 3. Rolly Geyer, $129.25; 4. Doug Hines, $123.50; 5. Rick Simonetta, $115.00. Rules reminder: Last month, Lake Ashton pro Ian Peterson explained the out of bounds penalty options in an effort to clarify how to play your ball when it crosses the dreaded white lines or stakes on the golf course. LAMGA’s board reminds members playing the weekly game that the lift, clean and place rule in effect applies only to a ball lying in the fairway, not the rough. Moving a ball in the rough into a preferred lie is against the rules and incurs a one-stroke penalty, as stated in USGA rules. In addition, all balls that count for scoring in LAMGA competition must be putted out. No gimmes. Of course, lift, clean and place is permitted on the green, but make sure to mark the spot of the ball and replace it on that spot. This requirement is also spelled out in the USGA rules. Sponsor spotlight: This month we thank and highlight the following LAMGA sponsors who provide services and goods to the local community: S.G. Computers, Turner Furniture & Mattress, Snowbird Heating and Cooling, Enriquez’s Lawn & Landscaping Service, Massey Services, Parker & Co. Lawn and Landscaping, New Look Lawn Service, Unlimited Property Solutions, Dennis Brock – Window Cleaning, Cypress Liquor & Wines, Crossed Industries and Dr. Teresa Yoder, D.V.M. Pictured above: LAMGA golfers gathered for a two-day Ryder Cup event on September 6 and 7. GOLF SPOTLIGHT Lake Ashton residents, Ed Dickinson (left) and Ralph Ritter (right), teamed-up to earn a First Place finish in the Tuesday Night Summer League at Pinecrest Golf Club in Avon Park. The 16 week league was comprised of 44 two-person teams. Congratulations and well done!

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TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter September 2023 Simply the Best! Come on in, the water's fine! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

BUYING OR SELL ING? let us help you! BUYING? We are ready to help you find the perfect home. SELLING? We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Lake Ashton. Contact us now for a free home value report... let's find out what your home is really worth! (863) 318-9542 info@LakeAshtonRealty.com LakeAshtonRealty.com 5% Total Commission NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES October Issue Deadline: September 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. SEPTEMBER 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Ian Peterson, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest - Sandra Goodwin, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com ipeterson@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 sgoodwin@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. SEPTEMBER 4 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 11 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: American Red Cross • Featured Vendors: • Christine Graves Insurance, • Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Group • ComForCare • Matt Simpson with Edward Jones SEPTEMBER 18 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING SEPTEMBER 25 • Peanut Butter Monday - Donations of nonperishable goods for a local food pantry • Featured Speaker: Winter Haven Chamber • Featured Vendor: Matthew Grubb with Morgan Stanley LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and more. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 10 SAFETY 14 MOVIES 18 EVENTS 22 MIND & BODY 28 CLUBS 32 GOLF 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, September 15, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, September 18, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm or by appointment HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily RESIDENT PHOTO IDS Visit the Clubhouse Activities Office to get your resident photo identification made on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon to 3 pm, or by appointment. Bring a driver's license with your Lake Ashton address on it, or the warranty deed for your home. The application can be filled out at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com under ‘Additional District Documents’. GUEST & RENTER REGISTRATION All guests and renters must be registered and have a Facilities Guest Pass to use Clubhouse and HFC Amenities. To register, residents must bring at least one adult guest to the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk, and renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. All guests must be in possession of a guest pass while using any of the amenities. It is helpful, but not required, for residents to accompany their guests while using the amenities. 5 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: September 13 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE September 13 and 27, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot WELCOME TO LAKE ASHTON New residents of Lake Ashton can sign up at either Activities Desk and online for a New Resident Orientation held November 3 in the Health and Fitness Center (HFC) Community Center at 2 pm. This is an opportunity to meet community leaders and other new residents, and get information about the community. New residents can also stop by the Clubhouse or HFC during operating hours to receive a welcome packet, sign up for community-wide emails, and more. SHREDDING EVENT Save the date for a shredding event on November 11 sponsored by the Lake Wales Breakfast Rotary with donations being accepted for Honduras relief. Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to put in an application if you are interested in volunteering for any of the following positions at the Clubhouse. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know more about what goes on behind the scenes. • Activities Office Volunteer • Event Set-up • Event Break-down • Other Event Support A facilitator for the Welcome Committee is also being sought.

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am September 25 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am September 11 & 25 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director September is here and another year is almost in the history books. With the first day of Fall on September 23 let's hope cooler temperatures are on the horizon. Residents are encouraged to be safe during this time of record high temperatures in the area. Take advantage of the many indoor activities and amenities available and when enjoying outdoor activities please stay hydrated and wear sunscreen to stay safe. The Clubhouse facility staff has been busy this summer! The Shuffleboard Court has received a face lift with new lighting and seamless gutters. The Pool and Spa were opened on August 11 after an extensive refurbishment project (more details on page 12). Now they are working on completing a large indoor amenity refurbishment project. The Media Center, Card Room, Bowling Alley and Club Office are all receiving new flooring. The Media Center and Card Room are switching locations and receiving new paint, furnishings and decor in addition to new flooring. Staff is excited for residents to see the changes. Stay tuned to email blasts announcing the opening of the rooms that are being refurbished. Thank you to our amazing Facility Maintenance Team (Matt, Alex, and Joe) for all of their hard work on these projects. We are lucky to have them as part of our team. The Board of Supervisors met on August 21 to formally adopt the fiscal year 2024 budget in addition to the following: • The budget was approved with an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) assessment increase of $100. The O&M fee for Lake Wales residents will be $2,369 for this coming year and will be included in the non-ad valorem tax section of your property tax bill. • Supervisors also approved an extensive upgrade to the current security services at Lake Ashton. New entrance gate and amenity access systems and the credentials to go with it in addition to an upgraded camera monitoring system were approved. Educational documents and presentations are forthcoming. • A repair to stormwater curbing on Ventana was approved. • A quote was approved to install an additional new grease trap and replacement of the current grease trap for the Restaurant per City of Lake Wales requirements. Staff was able to save approximately $40,000 on this project by utilizing a local vendor. • Soon residents will see new plantings at the Thompson Nursery Road entrance and in front of the Clubhouse. The Garden Club has been instrumental in assisting with these projects. Staff and Supervisors would like to thank them for their efforts. • Contracts for landscape maintenance, aquatic management, and security services were approved for extension. 6 (Continued) A detailed wrap up report of actions taken at this meeting was sent on August 25. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com to view a copy of the agenda packet with more information on the projects above and to review the adopted FY24 budget. Staff is excited to announce the 2024 Entertainment Series lineup. Please look for the flyer in this edition of the newsletter listing the acts for this coming year. Renewals will start on October 2 and will run until October 31. In addition there are many wonderful activities and events happening the rest of the year. The Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group has been working hard to ensure the lineup for the rest of this year and next is full of diversity and fun! Thank you to all members for all of their hard work and dedication to Lake Ashton. HISTORY OF NATIONAL GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY Get to know your neighbors. Host a block party, invite neighbors over for a BBQ, help a neighbor with a project, or go for a walk around your neighborhood. Be the good neighbor. Because, good neighbors make great neighborhoods. Originally, National Good Neighbor Day was created in the early 1970s by Becky Mattson of Lakeside, Montana. In 1978. United States President Jimmy Carter issued Proclamation 4601: “As our Nation struggles to build friendship among the peoples of this world, we are mindful that the noblest human concern is concern for others. Understanding, love and respect build cohesive families and communities. The same bonds cement our Nation and the nations of the world. For most of us, this sense of community is nurtured and expressed in our neighborhoods where we give each other an opportunity to share and feel part of a larger family…I call upon the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.” In 2003, National Good Neighbor Day was changed from the fourth Sunday in September to September 28. September 28 GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY COMMUNITY POTLUCK Join your friends and neighbors for a Community Potluck in the Clubhouse Ballroom on September 28 at noon! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office or online. Bring a dish for eight to share. Stay tuned to media for more information! The Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group is looking for residents with special skills and talents willing to donate time and/or expertise to expand our programming and planning. Do you have a talent you would like to share with the community? Email Caroline at the Clubhouse (clane@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Krystle at the HFC (kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com). 7

LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com JOINT AMENITY FACILITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT VII. RESERVING FACILITIES Amenity Facilities are available on a “first come, first served basis”, and subject to applicable fees or rates as set by the appropriate District. Requests to reserve facilities should be submitted through the Staff at the appropriate Amenity Facility. With the exception of designated Open Play (as defined in Section X – Amenity Policies – General Usage), reservations may be available for up to two (2) hour increments for all facilities listed in this policy, with the exception of the Clubhouse Ballroom and HFC 8 Community Center. These can be reserved for periods up to four (4) hours. Longer time increments may be approved by the Amenity Manager. Amenities that have not been reserved are available for use on a “first come, first served” basis. There are no personal standing weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Lake Ashton activities taking place within the Amenity Facilities should be open to all Lake Ashton residents and not be labeled as “private”. If the room is not reserved by a club, group or organization, tables may be individually reserved, with the understanding that the Amenity Manager may move or cancel reservations, if required, up to 48 hours prior to the reservation time. Clubs, Groups, and Organizations may make “standing” reservations. These will be reviewed semi-annually by the Amenity Manager. (Refer to section IX on what constitutes a club.) If a standing reservation made by a registered Club, Group, or Organization is cancelled or unused more than three (3) times in a six (6)-month period then the reservation may be revoked by the Amenity Manager. This does not apply to a Club, Group, or Organization going on a planned hiatus previously arranged with Staff. Reservations for commercial or profit-making purposes will be charged a fee in accordance with LA CDD and LAII CDD Chapter III: Rules for Amenities Rates, (respectively). The Amenity Manager can reschedule any reservation if requested by the District. The Clubhouse or HFC must be notified if a scheduled reservation cannot be kept so the slot may be re-assigned. Reservations will be held for fifteen (15) minutes past the scheduled start time, after which the Amenity Manager may re-assign the reservation. The full amenity facilities policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. Questions? Contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com). 9

L.A. LOOKS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT RETENTION PONDS DURING SUMMER MONTHS Why is the algae in my pond not being treated? Lake Ashton CDD staff works closely with our aquatics contractor to ensure all treatments are being completed. During the summer months algae are fueled from the warm waters, sunny days, and large amounts of rain. Rain allows for “runoff” to seep into the ponds which provide food for unwanted plants, like algae. The aquatics technician is allowed to treat the ponds with approved chemicals and the frequency is determined by Southwest Florida Water Management District. This frequency is every 2 weeks. My pond is full will there be flooding if we have a hurricane? Each pond Lake Ashton CDD owns is designed to prevent flooding. Residents may notice a concrete structure in their pond. This man-made concrete structure is called an outfall structure. This is the discharge point for stormwater that prevents flooding and overflowing. Are algae blooms harmful? Algae are a natural component of the aquatic food chain and are not typically harmful to people. When will my pond begin to look better? The Fall and Winter months help substantially in reducing algae blooms. Cooler weather and less rain make pond conditions less desirable for algae to thrive. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at MFisher @lakeashtoncdd.com. LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Gary Johnson, Secretary, secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA (LW) HOA BOARD • Tom Hevel, President president@lakeashtonhoa.org • David Muller, Vice President vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Debbie Holmes, Vice President 2 vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Tim Doyle, Secretary secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Bob Prowant, Officer manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Greg Bluemke, Officer arc.lakeashtonhoa.org 10

Central Native Plants of Florida By Lynn Davis Blue Porterweed is a low-growing sprawling wildflower. It reaches 1 to 3 feet tall and spreads approximately 2 to 3 feet. It is a fast grower (grows like a weed), thus the name! It works well as a groundcover, but also can be used in containers. The plant prefers full sun and yet it can handle some shade. Well drained sandy soil and clay are best. It will perform in poor soil too. Pruning it in Spring will help with its growth and promote a bushy plant. Why plant Blue Porterweed in your yard? This plant is drought tolerant! It is a wonderful addition for a butterfly garden. You’ll enjoy watching for hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators. Besides being an easy care, the plant is edible to humans. Most people use it like you would a bay leaf in sauces and stews. Some describe the taste much like a mushroom. Once you get over the name, this beauty will win you over. Make sure to check out this plant at the side of the Pavilion in the Garden Club’s Native Plant area. OUTDOOR POOL & SPA REFURBISHMENT PROJECT The Pool and Spa reopened at 7 am on August 11. Thank you for your patience during this refurbishment project and we are happy to see residents enjoying this newly refurbished area. Below are several items included in the refurbishment project: • Resurfacing of the Pool and Spa • Replacement of all tile in the Pool and Spa • Replacement of all non-LED lights in the Pool with LED lights • Adding an additional handrail on each entrance to the Pool • Replacement of the coping stones on the outside border of the Pool and Spa • Replacement of all handrail cooling pads • Adding potted palms and tropical plants 12 Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Pileated Woodpecker is the largest woodpecker at Lake Ashton. Despite being almost as large as a Crow, they can go unnoticed excavating dead trees and fallen logs in search of carpenter ants. They also enjoy termites, cockroaches, wild nuts and berries. The unique rectangular holes and the nest holes they excavate provide shelter for many other species including swifts, owls, ducks and bats. The Pileated's large red crest is unmistakable and sported by both males and females (less extensively), who appear much alike except for the red cheek stripe on the male. Residents with shade trees in their yards or behind their houses have a better chance of observing these year-round residents. However, they draw attention to themselves when swooping out in the open with undulating flight sounding a loud jungle-bird like call. Just remember, the Pileated is the one that looks like Woody Woodpecker. • Installation of permanent umbrella bases and additional umbrellas • Painting of all pool furniture • Installation of additional tables and chairs • Replacement of Pool and Spa rule signs • Pressure washing the pool deck and fencing • Cleaning of column lights and repairing caps along the perimeter fence • Replacement of the Restaurant Patio awning PLEASE REMEMBER TO CLOSE UMBRELLAS AT THE POOL & PET PLAY PARKS ! It costs the District approximately $70 per umbrella to replace. Understanding Fixed Income: For Today and the Future Fixed income is something many Americans don’t understand, according to the 2019 survey, “Fixed Income, Not Fixed Thinking,” by BNY Mellon Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. The study revealed that the majority of Americans surveyed have limited understanding of fixed income investments, regardless of age, income, education level, and other demographics. The lack of understanding ranged from bonds, different fixed income solutions including fixed-income insurance products, comprehending how fixed-income plays into retirement planning, and understanding its risk in comparison to other asset classes. The same study revealed that Americans think fixed income is important solely in the immediate run-up to retirement, or during the decumulation phase when investors start to draw from their retirement nest egg. However, fixed-income solutions can play a part in anyone’s portfolio at any age. One such fixed-income solution, fixed-indexed annuities, offer protection of principal, growth based on the performance of the index it follows, and provides fixed payments for the insured’s life during the decumulation phase. Interested is credited when the index value increases, but the interest rate is guaranteed never to be less than zero, even if the market goes down. All annuities are insurance products and not traded on public markets. Annuities are guaranteed by the claims paying ability of the insurance company issuing them. A secondary 2019 study by WealthManagement.com Research, “How Advisors are Using Fixed-Income Annuities,” reports that two-thirds of advisors surveyed are very familiar with these products and have incorporated them into client portfolios to obtain these key objectives: • Principal protection • Tax-deferred growth • Retirement income planning • Avoid Social Security income offset • Current income • Estate/Legacy planning Before purchasing a fixed-indexed annuity, it is important to understand all fees associated with the annuity, if your money is available right away, and the surrender fees, if any. Contact me today! Jim Cooper Certified Financial Fiduciary P: (863) 589-6850 E: jimcooper@newinsightfinancial.com Lake Ashton Resident 13 Secondly, there are pros and cons to purchasing a fixedindexed annuity: Pros: • Your principal is protected from a down market, and you won’t lose your initial investment or accumulation. • Grow on a tax-deferred basis. • The return is based on an index (ex. The S&P 500), which grows the annuity’s value over time. • Provides a guaranteed lifetime income and protection against longevity risk; you receive annuity payments for life. Cons: • Some are complex, costly, and aren’t always necessary for the investor. • A Fixed-income annuity is not a growth-market product, and is unregulated. Ask for written information from the insurer about the annuity product and don’t just accept the ‘sales-hype.’ If you have questions regarding fixed income options or fixedindexed annuities as a way to protect the premature depletion of your assets during a down market in retirement, contact our office. Additional Disclosure: The newsletter and links are being provided as a service to you. Please note that the information and opinions included are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. The information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation. Additional Disclosure: An annuity is intended to be a long-term, taxdeferred retirement vehicle. Earnings are taxable as ordinary income when distributed, and if withdrawn before age 59½, may be subject to a 10% federal tax penalty. If the annuity will fund an IRA or other tax qualified plan, the tax deferral feature offers no additional value. Qualified distributions from a Roth IRA are generally excluded from gross income, but taxes and penalties may apply to non-qualified distributions. Consult a tax advisor for specific information. 1016680(c) - 1119 Questions? Scan this QR code to book a 15-minute appointment.

SAFETY posted stop sign. It only takes a moment to follow the traffic controls that are in place that could potentially prevent a serious accident. Do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle Do not park on a curve Park as close to the curb as possible photo: Dennis Krupinski PEAK STORM SEASON Residents should be prepared for stormy weather through November 30 when hurricane season ends. A detailed list of storm tips can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com. Pay attention to the lightning detection devices throughout the community and seek shelter when the sirens sound. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison Are you a victim of a scam? Do you know someone who was? Do you know there are scams out there targeting only seniors? Did you know scams are on the rise and scammers are getting more and more sophisticated in their tactics? Join us as NW presents a series on: SENIOR SCAMS: WHAT, WHEN, AND HOW! What are Senior Scams? Senior scams are fraudulent schemes that target only seniors using the internet, phone and even US Mail. Senior scams can take many forms, but all share the same goal of defrauding us of our money. Consumer Affairs reports, more than 3.5 million seniors in the United States lose more than $3 billion to scammers a year. Next month, in our continuing series on Senior Scams, we will explore the newest scams targeting seniors and provide ways to help you remain safe against them. For any questions or concerns, please contact Deputy Chief, Joan Dibattista at 239-851-7899. photo: Dennis Krupinski ROAD SAFETY Please keep in mind the streets in Lake Ashton are very narrow and there are many forms of traffic which heightens the danger during busy times. The following practices will help to alleviate dangerous situations on the road. Please encourage vendors doing work at your home to follow the practices below to ensure the roads of Lake Ashton are as safe as possible. The speed limit throughout Lake Ashton is 20 mph and all golf carts, vehicles, and bicycles should make a complete stop just before the white stop bar whether before or after the 14 CAP By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are part of Neighborhood Watch you are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) does this by patrolling our streets. Our job is to look for things that do not belong in our community. Our presence with our lights flashing while patrolling our streets is our deterrent to help keep our streets safe. CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol our streets. Our job is to be the eyes, ears and presence for the Sheriff’s Department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 917-482-3151. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 15 AUTHORIZED DEALER

4. Dispatch will gather more information as first responders are en route. Stay on the line until first responders arrive to help dispatch with any directions and other details. At at recent Monday Coffee Public Education Officer Joshua Odom gave a presentation on calling 911. Here are the key points: • When should I call 9-1-1? When you see smoke or fire When someone’s life and/or property is in immediate danger. When a crime is being committed. When a rescue or emergency medical assistance is needed. When you are not sure, call and let trained personnel decide the appropriate response. • What happens after I have called 9-1-1? 1. Citizen calls 9-1-1 2. Dispatch receives call and requests information and location of emergency. 3. Appropriate first responders are dispatched to the location of the emergency. 5. First responders arrive on scene and begin to assess/respond to emergency. 6. Follow instructions by the dispatcher when to hang up. • I called 9-1-1 and got disconnected, what should I do? If you have called 9-1-1 and while providing dispatch information you get disconnected, wait a minute to let the dispatch attempt to call you back. Do not call immediately call 911 again - this will place you at the end of the queue and may connect you with a different dispatcher. If after a minute, you have not been called back by dispatch then again dial 9-1-1 and let the dispatcher know that you were disconnected previously. If you are unable to reach 9-1-1 dispatch after calling back, find another phone to call 9-1-1. • I called 9-1-1 by mistake. What should I do? Stay on the line and state that the call was a mistake. Answer any questions from the dispatcher before terminating the call. If you disconnect the call or do not speak to the dispatcher, they will assume the worst and send first responders to your location Helping responders find you! • After you have called 9-1-1 and first responders have been dispatched to your location, our next step is ensuring that they can find you. Even with the advanced GPS technology that our apparatuses are equipped with, having your address displayed prominently and visibly from the street is imperative to a timely response. • To ensure that your address can be seen from the street ensure that any bushes, tree limbs, or other vegetation that may have covered your house numbers are properly pruned or trimmed. • Follow the Lake Ashton ARC requirements for house and mailbox numbers. These requirements are consistent with Polk County Fire Rescue guidelines. 16

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MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. SEPTEMBER 1 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM LABOR DAY 2014 | PG-13 | 1H 51MIN At the tender age of 13, Henry Wheeler (Gattlin Griffith) grapples with the pains of adolescence while caring for his troubled, reclusive mother, Adele (Kate Winslet). One day while shopping for school supplies, Henry and Adele encounter Frank Chambers (Josh Brolin), an intimidating man but one who clearly needs their help. Frank convinces the two of them to take him into their home, but later it becomes clear that he is a convict who has escaped. Based on the novel by Joyce Maynard. SEPTEMBER 8 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM PEACE BY CHOCOLATE 2021 | PG | 1H 37MIN After the bombing of his father's chocolate factory, a charming young Syrian refugee struggles to settle into his new Canadian small-town life, caught between following his dream to become a doctor and preserving his family's chocolate-making legacy. Based on the incredible internat ional ly recognized true story. SEPTEMBER 15 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM LEGENDS OF THE FALL 1994| R | 2H 14MIN In early 20th-century Montana, Col. William Ludlow (Anthony Hopkins) lives in the wilderness with his sons, Tristan (Brad Pitt), Alfred (Aidan Quinn) and Samuel (Henry Thomas). Eventually, the unconventional but closeknit family encounters tragedy when Samuel is killed in World War I. Tristan and Alfred survive their tours of duty, but, soon after they return home, both men fall for Samuel's gorgeous fiancée, Susannah (Julia Ormond), and their intense rivalry begins to destroy the family. SEPTEMBER 22 (NO 7 PM SHOWING) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM AND SO IT GOES 2014 | PG-13 | 1H 34MIN Nobody likes real-estate agent Oren Little (Michael Douglas), and he prefers it that way. He's deliberately mean to anyone who crosses his path and wants nothing more than to sell one final house and retire. Oren's life turns upside-down when his estranged son drops off a granddaughter (Sterling Jerins) he didn't know existed. Oren has no idea how to take care of a child, so he pawns the girl off on his neighbor, Leah (Diane Keaton) -- but he learns how to open his heart eventually. SEPTEMBER 29 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE SAINT OF SECOND CHANCES 2023 | NR | 1H 33MIN Mike Veeck, son of MLB franchise owner Bill Veeck, blows up his father's career. Exiled from the game he loves, the younger Veeck spends the next few decades clawing his way up from rock bottom, determined to redeem himself. TEMPLE BETH SHALOM HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES 2023 / 5783 1029 Bradbury Rd. Winter Haven, FL 33823 (863) 292-0722 Rabbi Garson Herzfeld September 15 - 7:30 pm: Erev Rosh Hashanah September 16 - 10:30 am: Rosh Hashanah morning September 24 - 7:30 pm: Kol Nidre September 26 - 10:30 am: Yom Kippur morning September 26 - 3 pm: Discussion September 26 - 4 pm: Afternoon & Stone Service September 26 - 4:30 pm: Yiskor September 26 - 5 pm: Neihlah September 26 - 6 pm: Break the Fast in Social Hall 21

EVENTS SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO S I G N U P FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. JEWISH HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES By David Harrison The Lake Ashton community is invited to attend the Jewish High Holiday services. Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) will be Friday, September 15 at 7 pm in the HFC Community Room. Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) will be Sunday, September 24 at 7 pm in the HFC Community Room. Yizkor (Memorial Service) will be Monday, September 25 at 2 pm in the HFC Community Room. All residents are encouraged to attend and find out why the New Year is celebrated in September. For more information, contact David Harrison at 863-326-6418. KARAOKE NIGHT September 13 brings another great night of singing, fellowship, and friendship at Karaoke! Tickets are on sale now at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $5. Next Date: October 11 PETS ON PARADE By Carolyn Bishop Save the Date: Tuesday, October 31 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Parking Lot. Come out and enjoy some of Lake Ashton’s favorite residents – the 422 legged ones — as they parade through the parking lot in their best Halloween Costumes. There will be a variety of categories awarded to our fur friends and their owners. Stay tuned to media for more details. Registration will be online when the date gets closer. Donations to our local Humane Soc i e t y wi l l be collected at this event. Goodie bags will be distributed to all the participants. Celebrity Judges will be present like Marco Magiolo, the bestselling author of Canine Legends and talented Behavior Therapist to many of our Canine Citizens here in Lake Ashton. Come out and watch the parade or participate in the parade. All are welcome. Questions please contact Missy Prescott at 304-561-5811. TRIVIA By David Fix Trivia continues to be enjoyed by Lake Ashton residents who turn out regularly for an evening of fun. Play begins in the Clubhouse at 7 pm and finishes around 8:30 pm on September 3 and 10 this month. Teams are not required and you can come join an open table looking for players. The cost is $1 per person to play with all money being returned to the winning tables. Come early, brings snacks and socialize with neighbors. Pictured: Table #19, “It Doesn’t Matter” proudly shows their $69 winnings from a recent night!

50 SHADES OF PINK COMEDY NIGHT FALL FESTIVAL 5K By David Fix The Fall Fest 5K this year will be held on October 28 beginning at 8 am with the start and finish at the Clubhouse. The beneficiary of this year's 5K will be Lake Ashton Hands 4 Hope, a group of volunteer Lake Ashton residents that has pooled together their resources to assist local families with clothing, food and basic necessities for their day to day needs. Additionally, Lake Ashton Hands 4 Hope worked with local schools last year to help identify families in need of assistance at the holidays. A party was held in the HFC to provide a meal and gifts to those who may have been otherwise overwhelmed, overlooked and vulnerable to poverty. These residents have formed a more official group and will receive the money raised from the 5K. Registration Forms are available at the Clubhouse Activities Desk and must be returned by 5 pm on September 12 in order to participate. Fee is $25, check payable to LA Hands 4 Hope. Forms may be mailed to or deposited in the box on the porch at: Lake Ashton Charity Run 4444 Turnberry Lane Lake Wales, FL 33859 FALL FESTIVAL It's almost that time of year again — mark October 28 on your calendars for the annual Fall Festival, and resident crafters and volunteers are needed! If you are interested in setting up a booth at the Fall Festival, or volunteering to help, with setup, cleanup, games, or other opportunities, contact Caroline at the Clubhouse Activities Office (863-324-6032 or clane@lakeashtoncdd.com). 24 Laugh to raise money for a cure October 6 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom as Comedian Troy Thirdgill will be back on stage for a night of comedy featuring cabaret-styled seating. Multiple opportunities to make donations to the Central Florida Breast Cancer Foundation will be available throughout the night. The table with the most donations collected will win a prize and have their picture featured in the LA Times! Donations of new scarves and head coverings will also be accepted. Tickets will go on sale for $25 starting Monday, September 11. A free ticket opportunity is available for those who participate in the S.M.A.R.T. Retirees seminar on October 3. Sign up for this by scanning the QR code on page 22, online, or at the Clubhouse Activities Office to receive a free ticket voucher to this event, along with a free dinner at the seminar! CALLING ALL CRAFTERS!! By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars, your Relay for Life Team, will be sponsoring a booth selling hand crafted items at the upcoming Craft Fair October 21. 100% of the proceeds of all donated items sold will go to the American Cancer Society. We are looking for craft items to fill our booth. If you have a craft you enjoy please consider making one to donate and share this info with your crafty friends. Contact Judy Ridpath at 650-678-1174 with any questions. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE November 10 — One Acts Dinner Theatre November 17 — Friendsgiving November 29 — Home Improvement Expo December 1 — Christmas Dinner Dance December 31 — New Year’s Eve in the Ballroom 25

HAUNTING ON THE LAKE II By Terri McDuff LAPAC is very excited about our upcoming fundraiser event, Haunting II On the Lake haunted house in the Lake Ashton Clubhouse Ballroom on October 28! Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 2 at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Tickets are $15 per adult and $12 per child under 12, check only, payable to LAPAC. The event will be limited to 35 individuals per group per time slot. There will be 10 half-hour time slots available through the Haunting House, from 4 to 8:30pm. Do not wait to purchase your tickets as this event has a limit of 35 people in a group per time slot and with a total of 350 people for the evening event. Your heart will race with excitement and fear! You may even let out a scream or two! But … expect the unexpected! There will be plenty of tricks and a lot of treats! We invite all to dress up in their own Halloween costumes! If you would like to volunteer for the event, please contact Terri McDuff 916-201-7745. CHRISTMAS IS COMING! By Debby Landgrebe While it is still hot at Lake Ashton, in some places summer is starting to come to a close. Many here are looking forward to cooler temperatures and ‘that wonderful time of the year”. Please be sure you mark your calendar for the upcoming Christmas Dinner Dance December 1 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Final preparations are being made and will be revealed soon. Menu will include, among other items, a Beef Carving Station, Parmesan Crusted Baked Grouper, Falafels (vegetarian, vegan and gluten free!). There will be a cash bar. It will be a superb evening of fabulous live music, delicious food, marvelous decorations and great time with new and old friends. Tickets can be purchased starting Tuesday, September 5 at 11 am at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $40 per person, check only, payable to LA Christmas Dinner Dance, with tables of eight and limited tables of ten. If a table is being purchased, total money and names of each person at time of purchase are needed. Thank you to the following sponsors: Christine Graves Insurance, Charm City, ComForCare, Global LifeStyle Real Estate, LA Realty, Morgan Stanley, SouthState Bank, and Weaver Loveless Law. Please thank the folks from these companies as you see them and consider using their services. CHRISTMAS CAROL-OKE By Mark Graham Save the date for Christmas Carol-oke December 16 from 7 to 10 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Bring your favorite Christmas songs to sing or just listen to others singing. DJ Wayne will be providing the music for all who enjoy singing Christmas songs. There will be a table decorating contest with a cash prize award! More details to follow in October. This event is a fundraiser for LAPAC (Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation). 26 WRAP-UP REPORT! WHAT ANOTHER GREAT YEAR OF CAMP LAKE ASHTON! A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEER CAMP COUNSELORS WHO HELPED MAKE THIS EVENT A SUCCESS. THANKS TO ALL OF OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS, MATT SIMPSON OF EDWARD JONES, LORI ATKINS OF AMERILIFE, ENCOMPASS DENTAL & WELLNESS, THE OASIS SPA, AND PERFORMANCE GOLF CARTS, CAMPERS WERE ABLE TO ENJOY ALL OF THE EVENTS FREE OF CHARGE. WE LOOK FORWARD TO CAMP LAKE ASHTON 2024! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 27 www.jimsfloordepot.com Camp Lake Ashton

MIND&BODY Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Good health is more than what we do; it’s also how we think. We are more powerful than we believe. And there is a connection between what we think and what we feel. Do we start each day feeling the negative residuals of what we experienced the day before? Or do we wake up with a clean slate? Do we hold on to grudges, misdeeds, or bad experiences? Or do we forgive and forget? There is a direct connection between how we process stressful situations and our hormones. Cortisol is the stress hormone that can wreak havoc on our health and cause unwanted weight gain. Cortisol also causes digestive problems, depression, inflammation, muscle tension/pain, and sleep issues. Chronic stress can also lead to heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke. Cortisol regulates our body’s fight-or-flight response to stress, which is designed to facilitate a defense or escape from a perceived threat (both physical and mental). This natural survival instinct is a good thing, until we find ourselves easily triggered by negative interactions with others, which can lead to chronic stress. The next time your blood pressure rises, ask yourself if the stress is worth the damage that your body has to absorb, or can we exercise grace and kindness to someone who may be having a bad day? The grace we extend to others is a reflection of our humanity. But if that isn’t enough encouragement to smile when faced with negative energy, consider the toll stress has on your physical and mental wellbeing. Guarding our health is a priority! Stay positive! 28 TICKETLEAP INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS Class and activity sign-ups in addition to ticket purchases at the Clubhouse went digital on July 1. Do you want to learn more about how to use the TicketLeap program or have questions about how to scan QR codes? Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to sign up. If you already are familiar with the TicketLeap program but want to learn more, you can sign up using the link sent out via email. There will be two options for classes: September 21 at 11 am or September 29 at 5:30 pm. SKINCARE & MAKEUP CLASS Do you know what makeup colors and shades fit you best? Are you using the right type of moisturizers and cleansers for your skin type? You can learn all that and more at a skincare and makeup class hosted by Lancôme on September 6 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be goodie bags for all attendees! The class is completely free, but you must sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. CREATE A CARD Join the group on September 19 at 10 am in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. FINANCIAL BOOT CAMP Next Class: September 25 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “How will I pay for nursing home care?” Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BEGINNER BRIDGE CLASS Learn how to play bridge Thursday mornings at 8:30 am beginning October 5. Contact Liz Leigh for details: leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com or 813-288-0809. LAKE ASHTON DANCE CLASSES - WALTZ Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (certified DVIDA instructor), 863.875.6728 Mondays in September, beginning on September 4 in HFC Community Room from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. FREE! No partner needed! SUMMER LINE DANCING Instructor: Lorrie Shearin Class will be held every Thursday at the HFC through September 28. 1 pm Beginners: Everyone is welcome, no experience needed. Dances will be easy and fun, dances used at River Ranch will be taught. 2 pm Improvers: Dances will have tags, restarts, turns, and maybe faster. Some experience may help, but everyone can try and learn new dances that may seem more advanced. Sometimes they are easier than they look. Note: Wear shoes you can dance in! No flip flops or Crocs. CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Join us for a fun dance class meant just to enjoy dancing and friendships. Class is open to all and is held weekly on Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. If interested, call or ema i l cw i n c h e s t e r 1 0 1 2@gma i l . c om o r 305-725-4946. The first hour will be dedicated to fun dancing, followed by learning the Thriller dance for Halloween. CLASSICAL MUSIC PROGRAM By Ken Hoffman The Lake Ashton Classical Music Program returns for three months of once a week classes starting Monday, September 4 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. In this segment we will explore the music of the "Early Romantic" period (1820-1860). Lake Ashton resident Ken Hoffman explains the concepts of 19th century romanticism and covers the great orchestra, chamber, and solo piano music of Franz Schubert, Hector Berlioz, Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt, Robert Schumann, and Felix 29 Mendelssohn. The political, and social-cultural events affecting the arts of the era will be discussed. Newcomers can sign up in class. LA MEN’S BIBLE STUDY By Jim Brendemuehl The Men’s Bible Study would like to welcome back our snowbirds and our new residents and invite you to join us at our weekly meetings. Our goal is NOT to convert anyone. We are here to help you grow in YOUR faith, and to be as knowledgable in God as you are in your favorite baseball, or football team. We are not a group of “Sunday Preachers”, but a group of ordinary guys preparing for our next LIFE. We meet every Tuesday from 10 am to Noon face-to-face in the HFC and offer a Zoom connection for those who wish to use that option. Our group is a non-denominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. We are currently discussing 1st and 2nd Peter. Be brave, step out and take a challenge, come meet us and watch your life bloom! Please contact Bob Ring, 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com. LA WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY By Louise Gilla We are still offering the Bible study to the women of the community — this will be our 17th year! We have been inspired, and are grateful to offer this excellent way to present a study of God's Word. The opening class will be Wednesday, October 11 at 10 am at the HFC Community Center. All Lake Ashton Women are invited to attend. We will studying the Book of Romans, and the workbook will be available to purchase by October 1, or on the first day of class. Come join us for fellowship, discussion groups, singing, and in-depth study of the Bible. For more information call Louise at 863-514-4015. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics.

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs returns to Lake Ashton for the 2024 season. She will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and structures. Sessions are January 12, February 9, and March 9 from 9 am to 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Students will create 2 watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. All students should contact the artist at 864-307-1244 to reserve a place. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr September 9 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Geraniums $35 (payable at class) Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on September 8. BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Create a delightful wall painting, handpainted by you! For $35, each painter will be receiving step-by-step instructions to create a 16x20 canvas painting and will be supplied with a 16x20 canvas, acrylic paints, and brushes. This event will take place on September 8 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check by September 5 to reserve your spot. You won’t want to miss this; a maximum of 30 people can sign up but a minimum of 10 people is needed! CRAFTING WITH CARMEN — RUSTIC WREATHS Make your own 10-inch rustic wreath on September 29 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Learn how to quickstain and distress wood for a rustic look. All supplies and instructions are included for $12. Sign up by September 26 online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. 30 SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski October 3 at 11:30 am to make your very own unique seasonal décor! Learn to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! This month’s class will be fall, covering both Halloween and Thanksgiving. If you participated in the last class and received a frame, be sure to bring that frame back to the class. All instructions and materials will be provided for $16. Sign up by September 27 online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Next Class: December 5 FUSED GLASS WIND CHIMES September 13, 6 to 9 pm & September 20, 6 to 8 pm (optional class) at the Health & Fitness Center Craft Room. The first week you will create your glass wind chimes, and the following week you will be assembling your wind chimes with fish line & beads (optional). Cost is $35. Sign up at the HFC & pay at the class with cash, credit, or check. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. FUSED GLASS VOTIVE HOLDER September 22 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Decorate a 3” x 5” piece of glass with a design of your choice. Samples will be provided or bring your own (simple is better!) Cost $25 for one and $35 for 2, to be paid at class with cash or check. Sign up at the Clubhouse and pay at the class with cash, credit, or check. Pre-registration is required. All materials included. No previous experience is necessary. SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YO U R S M A R T P H O N E TO S I G N U P F O R EVENTS LISTED IN THIS ISSUE. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Went Above And Beyond To Help Sell Our House My wife and I were recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident when our house needed to be sold. These injuries and various doctor’s appointments limited our ability to do the things necessary to complete the sale of our house. I became frustrated and was ready to forego even trying to go on with selling our house when our RE Agent, Brad Kirwan, seeing how discouraged and overwhelmed we were, stepped forward and said he’d be glad to take over getting most of the tasks done (some minor home repairs and coordinating some upgrades) so we could complete the sale of our house…..Sure enough, Brad took over getting everything done, regularly keeping us informed of his progress, and we sold and closed the sale within a few weeks, achieving 98% of our asking price. Wow! We literally couldn’t have gotten it done without Brad’s extraordinary efforts to help us. What a relief! We consider Brad Kirwan a good friend and will always turn to him if we need to sell or buy real estate. He is definitely a cut above other agents, really knows his stuff, and is willing to work very hard for his clients. Thank you so much, Brad Kirwan! Verified by RateMyAgent Matt & Alice Mayer 14 January 2023 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

CLUBS LA BELLES By Raylene Freedman The September LA Belles Luncheon will be held at Carrabbas, 910 3rd St., Winter Haven, on September 27 at 11:30. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION (LAPA) By Dennis Santino The Lake Ashton Pickleball Association had a fun and successful summer this year. We had a potluck for members and their families over Memorial Day weekend and a pickleball mixer and hotdog social for America’s birthday. As the summer ends we start welcoming back our snowbird members and look forward to our next planed events. Our Newbie Clinic will resume in October and will be the first and second Monday of each month. There will be spots for 10 players on a first sign up bases. You MUST be able to attend BOTH sessions. Paddles will be supplied if you do not have one. October class dates will be Monday, October 2 and Monday, October 9. Sign up by emailing: coachdennis@myyahoo.com Coach’s Tips Rule #1: Do not miss your return of serve. Every time you miss a return of serve you give your opponent a point. Eleven misses equals game over. There is no reason to try and hit a winning shot on the return because your opponent cannot hit the ball until it bounces. You should hit a long return shot so you can get to the non-volley zone with your partner to control this area. Enjoy these monthly tips and remember to always have FUN. Check our bulletin board located in front of Court #2 for LAPA information on upcoming events and how to join this amazing group of people. See you on the courts. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club recently hosted Camp Lake Ashton’s air plant craft in August. The 32 turn-out was amazing! C a m p e r s m a d e e m b r o i d e r y h o o p displays for air plants. O n c e a g a i n , t h e creativity at Lake Ashton did not di sappoi nt . Thanks to all who attended. A special thanks to Kathie, Pam, Sil, Alice, Patty and all club members who helped with questions, table arrangements and clean-up. The next Garden Club meeting is September 13 at 10 in the Pavilion. Come learn or ask questions about growing African Violets. A member of Lakeland’s African Violet Society will be the guest speaker. The Garden Club meets every second Wednesday of a month. Join and learn what topic will be next via emails and by reading the LA Times Newsletter. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Rose Crognale There will be a meeting on Monday, September 18 at 7 pm in the HFC Craft Room for all Disney enthusiasts. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to come. We will be discussing future events. We will have our ‘Painting With A Twist’ art on display so those artists that attended the event, please bring your masterpieces to the meeting. ITALIAN/AMERICAN CLUB By Susie Escoda It’s time to start the Italian Club Potlucks! Please join us at the HFC on Thursday, September 21 at 6 pm. Bring a dish to share (no desserts please), your drinks, and $2. We welcome new members who have Italian heritage. Please call Susie Escoda at 862-206-6566 with any questions. MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience are sought to join our group that meets on Wednesday afternoons at the HFC from 2 - 4 pm. This group is not on hiatus during the summer! For further information, contact Myrna Soberman at myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. THE LA PURPLE STARS The Purple Stars are residents of Lake Ashton who have had cancer or know of family or friends who have had cancer. Our goal is to raise funds which we donate 100% to the American Cancer Society. Over the year we have sponsored many fundraising activities which many of you have attended and supported, and we sincerely THANK YOU. Because of supporters like you, the American Cancer Society has made significant contributions to the fight against cancer over the last 110 years through advocacy, research, and patient support. Your generosity changes lives every day. We need and are looking for some of our Lake Ashton residents to join us in these fund raising activities. You do not need to be a cancer survivor, just someone who would like to see this disease wiped out as well as supporting those fighting the disease itself. For more information please contact David Harrison at 863-326-6418. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting September 7 in-person at the HFC and via Zoom. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson General meeting will start at 4:30. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers July 18: Marge Kniat, Chip Inman, Jeannine Connors, Tie: Dee Mayne & Mafie Walker July 25: Elaine Inman, Jeannine Connors, Marge Kniat, Char Walter Aug.1: Elaine Inman, Gayle Rogers, Berta Rogers, Carolyn Carpenter Aug. 8: Marge Kniat, Liz Leigh, Elaine Inman DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse ballroom from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance 33 sign up is encouraged by contacting Don Fuller dfuller627@gmail.com. A partner is required. Winners: July 10: 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine; 3rd Jim Ford & Pat Foster July 17: North- South 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; 2nd Judy Robertson & Ralph Ritter; 3rd Graham Littlehales & Marian Oshinsky; EastWest 1st Judy Marine & Marge Kniat; 2nd Nelda Sedlacek & Dana Griffiths; 3rd Ron Kilisz & Bruce Dutton July 24: North –South 1st James Ford & Don Fuller; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster; 3rd Trish Kellar & Keith Stevens; East-West 1st Bruce Dutton & Ron Kaliz; 2nd Judy Roberton & Ralph Ritter 3rd Liz Leigh & Mafie Walker July 31: 1st Graham Littlehales & Marian Oshinsky; 2nd Judy Marine & Marge Kniat; 3rd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson August 7: 1st James Ford & Don Fuller; 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; 3rd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson HORSESHOES For information on horseshoes that will be starting up again the beginning of September, please contact John Leale at 540-894-3856 or betsleale@aol.com. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join this fine looking group and have fun locating for our elusive ancestors. Please bring your questions , stories and electronic devices. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, September 13 at 2 PM in the HFC Craft Room. All levels of expertise are welcome: beginner, intermediate and advanced. There will be something for everyone. Questions? Call Jane at 815-545-6655.

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Last month, we shared the story of swimmer Sharon Swanson and her participation in the 2023 National Senior Games. In the entire 2023 National Games, there were 600 participants from Florida, and they won the medal count by earning 576 medals! Did you know that swimming is the best all-around exercise? One of the main benefits is that it uses quite a few arm, leg, stomach, and lower back muscles, while being easy on the joints. That is one of the reasons why some LA residents participate in some or all of our LA Swim Club activities. Others participate for general fitness; yet others are aiming for the Senior Games age group swim competition. Information can be found online at floridaseniorgames.com/sports. Some members participate in our 100-mile swim challenge, by virtually swimming to different areas of the state without leaving our pool. In addition to the fitness/health benefits, our members have raised money for Breast Cancer awareness, the pool lane markings, backstroke safety flags, the flowers around the pool deck, the clocks in the pool area, and some training equipment. They also plan to help at Lake Ashton’s Halloween haunted house. If you want to improve your fitness or if you want to become an adult competitor, come swim with our fun groups Mondays from 6 to 7 pm, Wednesdays from 1 to 2 pm, and Saturdays from 10 to 11 am. If you cannot attend our workout sessions, you are welcome to follow the printed workouts which are located in boxes in the hallway – one box contains the most recent workouts and the other contains recent past workouts. Contact Coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com with any questions. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler 34 LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In August, over 30 people attended the meeting. The group discussed future lunches, dinners, and other activities. (continued) (continued) Sil Wells distributed a list of attractions in Central Florida that she became aware of as a CERT ambassador. Carol Corley discussed lunch at Fire on August 16. Karen Nelson read a thank you letter from the director of Senior Orphans. The group is looking forward to continuing this tradition for Christmas. The Single’s Mingle will be held on September 21 in the Pavilion from 4 to 6 pm. Volunteers are needed to help set up and clean up. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on September 3. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The LAVA Auxiliary meets the third Wednesday of the month at the Clubhouse near the stage. The next meeting will be September 20 at 6:30 pm. The LAVA Auxiliary is a group of LA Residents who support and honor the military through fundraisers, such as our Craft Fair (see below), as well as sending holiday cards to active military and other items as needed. Come check us out! The Craft Fair on Saturday, October 21 is fast approaching and we are seeking baked goods to be sold at the Craft Fair. Please refer to the flyer in the newsletter for additional information. At this time, all vendor tables have been sold and there is a waiting list which means, once again there will be a full house of creative, beautiful and tasty goods at the Craft Fair. We look forward to seeing you there. Have a safe and fun summer. God Bless America! LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer; those days of painting, and friendships, and cheer. Time sure flies when we're having a good time and now summer is almost done. We will continue to meet in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Various members will continue to share their skills and we are doing a lot of "paint what you enjoy painting”. The point is not to paint a master piece, but to have a good time. Newcomers are always welcome and we will lend you the supplies you will need for your first meeting. A lot of people say that they want to come but can't paint or draw. We proved that isn't necessary in one of our classes in August when we dropped different colored paint on rocks and created a pattern by blowing through a straw. After the rock dried, we wrote words on our unique backgrounds, and voila, pieces of art that your friends in Lake Ashton love to find. If you are here and want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join us on September 7 and 21. Join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) to let us know you are coming. 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GOLF LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt The summer heat continues, but we are looking forward to Opening Day October 3. You should have received an email for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Cost stays the same at $30 for the year. EVERYONE must fill out a new form. Mail a check, payable to the LA Niners, along with the form or sign up in the Pro Shop. Mail the check and form to MaryLou Jameson, 5224 Pebble Beach Blvd., Winter Haven, FL 33884. Please note that if you are not going to be back in time for Opening Day, do not worry about paying until you get back here to Lake Ashton. Fun and games are on the menu – along with nine holes of golf and our opening luncheon. Final aerification of both courses will happen in September to get ready for the winter season and the return of our members from their fun adventures. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! ENJOY THESE NEW MENU OFFERINGS! Save the Date for a Halloween Costume Party on October 31! HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday: 11 am to 8 pm Sunday: 11 am to 4 pm LALGA By Dawn Neigh Can you believe that it is already September? We made it through the hot days and finally Florida seems to be getting back in the groove with rain in the afternoon. We are 100 members strong. Did you know if you are a Lake Ashton Golf Club Member and you do not belong to the LALGA you may play a two round maximum trial period without joining. You must have a 40 handicap or lower and will be required to tee off from the combo or blue tees. YOU DECIDE! We are always looking for new members and we will even assign you a mentor if you wish. Also follow us at LALGA through our Facebook page or LakeAshtonLiving.com. If you need more information, contact the pro-shop. We tee off every Tuesday at 9am with a variety of games. Most are postable by the Pro Shop. FLASHBACK FROM THE PAST! Written by Pat Guay in the August 2015 issue. The word is out: the golf course is getting a facelift! How wonderful to have this beautiful community to live and play golf. Keeping it wonderful is the reason it is so great, and it is appreciated. Thank yoU,Mr. Maxwell! In LALGA business, the Board is working on improving the end of the year prizes with more equitable scoring. Also, combo tees are being tried by the girls this summer. 36 A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay a 6% listing commission when you can use A+ Realty and list for only 2.9%? Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A* Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 37 ?

LAMGA By David Kubissa LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR Rules reminder from golf pro Ian Peterson: Nothing can be more aggravating than an out-of-bounds golf shot, and often the OB rule can be subject to interpretation. To clarify the rule and the Lake Ashton options, take note of Ian’s guidance in the following narrative: Remember your ball is out of bounds only when all of the ball lies outside the boundary edge of the golf course. When that happens, here are your choices: Option 1 – Stroke and Distance: Replay the shot from the original spot for a One-Stroke Penalty. Option 2 – Stroke and Distance Local Rule: Determine where your ball went out of bounds and drop your ball on the edge of the fairway just behind an equal distance from the hole for a Two-Stroke Penalty. As always, if you have any rules questions, come see Matt or Ian in the Pro Shop. The monthly update for the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge through the end of July: 1. Paul Panone, $132.75; 2. John Milsom, $131.25; 3. Rolly Geyer, $129.25; 4. Doug Hines, $112.50; 5. Rick Simonetta, $105.00. This month’s lineup includes a two-day LAMGA Ryder Cup event, September 6 and 7, with breakfast on day one and lunch on day two. You can find a list of all the Q4 games on the LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com starting the week of September 25. In the coming months, be on the lookout for news of the annual LAMGA board election and the end-of-the-year luncheon / meeting. Sponsor spotlight: This month we thank and highlight the following LAMGA sponsors: AIS Shower Doors; Blackburn’s Interiors; Central Door Company; D&D Painting & Home Repairs; Golden Marble & Granite; Hawkins Home Repair; Shutters and Shades; Sun Protection of Florida; Southeast Solar & Roof Solutions, Inc.; Southwood Garage Doors, SGD; The Groutsmith; Window Concepts by Annalisa. For the full list of sponsors, go the LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com. Tit DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra Designs For Ey Style! ANS Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881

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TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter August 2023 Have you signed up for Camp Lake Ashton yet? see p. 23 Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

O R We a l wa y s h a v e y o u r r e a l e s t a t e n e e d s c o v e r e d ! Buying, Selling Or Investing F R E E M A R K E T A N A L Y S I S Call US today if you would like a T E R R I M A T T O C K S B R O K E R L O R I T O F A N E L L I - V O L O C H E N K O R E A L T O R L O R I R A A T H B R O K E R A S S O C I A T E L a k e A s h t o n R e a l t y 4 1 4 0 A S H T O N C L U B D R I V E L A K E W A L E S , F L 3 3 8 5 9 8 6 3 . 3 1 8 . 9 5 4 2 L A K E A S H T O N R E A L T Y | ( 8 6 3 ) 3 1 8 - 9 5 4 2 | L A K E A S H T O N R E A L T Y . C O M S A R A H L O R D M A R K E T I N G NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES September Issue Deadline: August 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORTANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO BY BRAD KIRWAN AUGUST 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 863.326.1085 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. AUGUST 7 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworker's Project of the Month • Featured Speaker: City of Lake Wales Main Street • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance and ComForCare AUGUST 14 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: E Bike Safety with The Bike Shop • Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson AUGUST 21 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AUGUST 28 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non Perishable Food Donations for Lake Wales Care Center Can be Dropped Off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: Meals on Wheels • Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid SCAN THIS QR CO D E W I T H YO U R SMARTPHONE TO S I G N U P FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE BEGINNING AU G U S T 1 . BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, August 18, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, August 21, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 5 LA LOOKS 12 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 18 EVENTS 20 GOLF 24 CLUBS 28 MIND & BODY 32 HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm (No IDs made August 8) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily LOST AND FOUND If you have lost anything at the Clubhouse or surrounding areas, visit the Club Office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to see if it has been turned in to the Lost and Found. Items in the Lost and Found will periodically be displayed at Monday Coffee, and if they have not been claimed after a certain period of time, they may be donated to the Lake Wales Care Center. If you have any questions, call Sheila at 863.324.5457 or stop by the Club Office during the hours listed above. SEASONAL RESIDENTS & SUMMER TRAVELERS If you will be away for the summer, stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to sign up and pay for a seasonal subscription ($4/month domestic; $5/month international). The newsletter and calendars are also sent out via email blast. A Summer Checklist is also posted on lakeashtoncdd.com or hard copies are available at the Clubhouse Activities Office. 5 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: August 9 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE August 9 & 23, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot GUEST & RENTER REGISTRATION All guests and renters must be registered and have a Facilities Guest Pass to use Clubhouse and HFC Amenities. To register, residents must bring at least one adult guest to the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk, and renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. The Clubhouse Activities Desk is staffed Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and the HFC Activities Desk is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next new resident social will be held on November 3 at 2 pm at the HFC. Get introduced to the community, and meet other new residents and community leaders. Sign up at either Activities Desk. LET'S SHOWCASE YOU! The Lake Ashton Activities Advisory Group is looking for residents with special skills and talents who might be willing to donate time and/ or their expertise in order to expand our programming and planning. Do you have a talent that you would like to share with the community? Crafting, singing, and everything in between … send an email to Caroline at the Clubhouse (clane@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Krystle at the HFC (kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com).

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am August 28 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am August 7, 14, 28 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director There are so many new things happening in Lake Ashton! We hope residents are enjoying the new digital display in the Lobby and the new convenient ways of signing up for events and activities. Starting this month, residents can purchase tickets to events and activities by simply clicking a link! Of course residents can still purchase tickets and sign up for free and paid activities by visiting the Activities Office. We hope this new way to sign up for free events, club activities, parties, and classes, all in one place, will be a helpful convenience for many residents. Stay tuned for classes on how to use this website. Charm City at Lake Ashton is now open with a lunch and dinner menu, full bar, and specials. "Like" their Facebook page for more information on specials. Soon other businesses will be opening up in the previous sales center and residents will have options for several services without leaving the gates of Lake Ashton. East Golf Course bridges have been pressure washed and sealed with several boards being replaced soon. The Clubhouse Outdoor Pool and Spa is nearly complete (at time of publication). This extensive refurbishment project included replacement of all tile in the pool/spa and coping tiles on the edge of the pool/spa, resurfacing the pool/spa, replacing all grates and several lights, and installing an additional handrail at the east and west entrance to the pool to assist those with limited mobility. In addition, staff painted all furniture, repaired column caps along the fence, cleaned perimeter lights, replaced the pool and spa rules signs, and added additional umbrellas and plants to refresh that area. Staff has also replaced the water/ice machine in the Fitness Center vestibule with a chilled, filtered, water fountain/bottle filling station, refurbished the Shuffleboard Court area by replacing lights, adding an outdoor bulletin board, painting and replacing gutters in addition to pressure washing the curbing and gutters in front of the Clubhouse. Needless to say our Facility staff has been busy! We are fortunate to have such a dedicated and talented team. At the Joint Board of Supervisors meeting held on July 21 Supervisors discussed several potential changes to the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies. Residents are encouraged to email any suggestions to the Community Directors (info on page 3). Options for entry gate access were discussed and both boards agreed to evaluate the information further at their respective August meetings and will make a decision soon. At the July Board of Supervisors meeting several projects were approved. Soon residents will see progress towards the switching of the Card Room and Media Center spaces. Four new gate operators were approved to be installed at the Thompson Nursery Road entrance. Two treadmills were approved for purchase and Supervisors decided to award the Fitness Center preventative maintenance contract to Fitness Machine Technicians. Supervisors are continuing to discuss the 2024 budget and all residents are encouraged to attend meetings and give feedback. The 2024 fiscal year budget will be adopted at the next meeting on August 21 at 9:30 am. 6 Simplifying Your Life 863.875.5600 www.performancegolfcarts.com GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Gp GOLF CARTS, PARTS AND ACCESSORIES UNBEATABLE BATTERY PRICES Includes Free Pick Up and Delivery, Professional Installation, Always FREE Pick Up and Delivery 3YEARBumpertoBumper Warranty on New Golf Carts Shop all of our new, used, and refurbished golf carts online 24/7 New 2023 Models Non commissioned sales team here to help you Huge selection of colors and styles Multiple brands and features to choose from From the beginning we set out to be the simplest golf cart company you have ever dealt with. Our straight forward, honest, and up front approach over the years has been our recipe for success. Always offering unmatched guarantees, unmatched value, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Please allow us the opportunity to show you the difference, please stop by and meet our team or give us a call today! 1051 US Highway 92 W Auburndale, FL 33823 (Across from the Auburndale Flea Market ) 7

LA II CDD BOARD OF SUP ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety & District Operations/ Programs Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Public Works & Infrastructure, Including Roadways 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities/Amenity Management Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and more. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC. ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. CHERRY POCKET STEAK N SEAFOOD SHAK 3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales FL 33898 (863) 439-2031, cherrypocket.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. We offer Indoor & Outdoor Seating, Pick-Up, & Delivery THE CROOKED BASS GRILL & TAVERN 1010 N. Scenic Hwy., Babson Park, FL 33827 (863) 589-5887, crookedbass.com Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30 am-8 pm; Friday & Saturday 11:30 am-9 pm We serve delicious Seafood, Steaks, Burgers, Salads, Chicken, Pork Chops, Pasta, Wings, AYCE Specials & a Full Liquor Bar. Ask about karaoke & live music. OVATION BISTRO & BAR Locations in Winter Haven, Lakeland & Davenport ovationbistro.com Offer 1: Free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of 2 entrees/drinks Offer 2: $10 off the purchase of $60 or more Offer 3: Lake Ashton Residents get a free glass of house wine, beer or cocktail with any purchase. Bring this coupon to redeem. 9 LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LA II (WH) CDD Community Director The summer heat is upon us. Please stay hydrated and watch not to overheat yourself. Stay cool with the inside amenities like the indoor pool, fitness center, dancing, cards, crafts, and other special events like the band Fever on August 11, Hospice Seminar on the 15th and Camp Lake Ashton events like rock painting, line dancing, and Community Potluck. Let’s make this potluck the best! The HFC will be providing hot dogs for this event, and there will be many other activities. We hope everybody had a good time at Pig Roast on July 14 and we are planning to do it every year. Look forward to seeing you at future events at the HFC. SPECIAL RESTAURANT ADVERTISING SECTION 9

JOINT AMENITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy is featured in the LA Times. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found under “Additional Documents” on both lakeashtoncdd.com and lakeashton2cdd.com. Questions can also be directed to LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells, (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LAII (WH) CDD Community Director James Margeson, (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com). BOWLING 1. Proper attire must be worn. Bowling shoes are the only acceptable footwear on the lanes. 2. The bowling machines are all self-scoring. If you are unsure how to operate the machines or need assistance, please contact the Amenity Manager or Staff for instructions. 3. No one is allowed past the foul line or on a bowling lane at any time. If it becomes necessary to traverse the lanes, all walking shall be done in the gutter(s). 4. Proper bowling etiquette shall be adhered to at all times. The use of profanity or disruptive behavior is prohibited. 5. No food or drink is allowed in the approach area. 6. If, at any time, the equipment fails to operate properly or your ball does not return, please contact the Amenity Manager or Staff for assistance. 7. No one is allowed behind the pin-setting machines without the permission of the Amenity Manager. 8. Return all balls and shoes to racks when you have finished bowling. 9. Guests under the age of eighteen (18) years of age must be supervised by adult Patron who understands the rules and regulations of the game. 10. There are Open Play days designated by the Amenity Manager where reservations are not accepted to allow for "first come, first served" use of the amenity. 10 11. Amenity reservations are non-exclusive. At the Amenity Manager’s discretion and depending upon scheduling availability, reservations for multiple groups may be booked at the same time in this room. When multiple group activities are scheduled, please be courteous of others. Open Bowling days are all day on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Please be mindful of others wanting to enjoy the lanes during this time and ensure you only use the number of lanes needed for your group. For example, if you have 4 people in your group, please use one lane to allow for the other lanes to be used by residents wanting to play during this time. If you have any questions or concerns regarding maintenance of this Amenity please contact Christine Wells. Thank you! The District is lucky to have four residents who help with pinsetting, general repairs, and maintenance of the lanes at Lake Ashton. Thank you, Dennis Yenor, Ken Meyer, Steve Martin, and Paul Panone for all you do for residents! Please be sure to thank them when they are helping with your league or when you see them out and about in the community. A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay a 6% listing commission when you can use A+ Realty and list for only 2.9%? Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A* Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 11 ?

L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Boat-tailed Grackle is a common year-round resident of Lake Ashton that cannot be missed! This large, gregarious blackbird is loud! The male (above right) is an iridescent blue-black with a long, keel-shaped tail. The female (above left) leads most observers to believe they are seeing a completely different species. She is tawny-brown with slightly darker wings and tail and is smaller than the male. Their vocalizations sound like noisy, nonsensical chatter. Usually found near the water or at bird feeders their flamboyant demeanor calls attention to themselves. An interesting fact is that the ones south of Gainesville have dark eyes while those farther north have yellow eyes. The male Boat-tailed Grackles strut around boldly on long legs with their tails cocked up. Males (often in small groups) point their bills straight up into the air attempting to attract the ladies. PONDS AND THE EFFECTS OF GRASS CL IPPINGS The majority of homeowners use a lawn care provider to keep their lawns in good condition. During the hot summer months, contractors are in a hurry to beat the heat and mow homes that border ponds with less caution. When grass clippings are added to a pond, the nitrogen levels rise, increasing the likelihood of algae blooming. Please remind lawn care contractors to mow with the chute closed or in a direction that does not blow clippings into the pond. If you have any questions about aquatic maintenance in Lake Wales ponds, please email Operations Manager Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. LA II (WH) HOA BOARD • Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Gary Johnson, Secretary, secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA (LW) HOA BOARD • President Tom Hevel, president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller, vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President 2 Debbie Holmes, vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Nancy Baker, treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tim Doyle, secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Bob Prowant, manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Greg Bluemke, arc.lakeashtonhoa.org 12 ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 13 AUTHORIZED DEALER

Native Plants of Central Florida By Lynn Davis What can you find attached to live oaks, bottle bushes and other vegetation in our community? The air plant known as Tillandsia recurvata. This is an epiphytic plant (grows on other host plants) and is free if you are lucky to host a tree it strives in! There are over 600 varieties of Tillandsias, but the recurvata is most commonly seen here. It is often called the ball moss, yet it isn’t a moss at all. It actually is related to bromeliads and pineapples. Tillandsia’s get all their nutrients from the atmosphere. It requires 4-6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight daily and a stable surface. People have the misconception that air plants may harm trees. This is untrue. The plant often fixes nitrogen problems. It converts the nitrogen from the atmosphere into the form used by plants. Why have air plants become popular? The easy care and unique displays have made air plants a good houseplant. They require indirect light and having too much natural light could burn the plant. Like other plants, it needs water. Give it a good soak once a week by submerging it in water for 30 minutes. You might want to use bottled water or leave faucet water to sit long enough to dissipate the chlorine. Just mist the plant between waterings. The best environment to place these plants in are areas which receive a great amount of humidity such as lanais and bathrooms. Just remember the plants don’t do well if constantly wet. Another reason for their popularity is their unique displays. You can attach to cork, place in a terrarium, hang on string and countless other creative ways. Don’t be surprised if left in bushes or trees to find they’ve bloomed in late winter or possibly midsummer. Camp Lake Ashton will give those interested a chance to try out these plants in their own homes. 14 LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! UP TO 40% OFF Cleaning! $ Tuscan LED Light Remote WINTER HAVEN’S #1 QU 24999 $99 DISCONTINUED + DISPLAS! Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777

SAFETY CAP By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are part of Neighborhood Watch you are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) does this by patrolling our streets. Our job is to look for things that do not belong in our community. Our presence with our lights flashing while patrolling our streets is our deterrent to help keep our streets safe. CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol our streets. Our job is to be the eyes, ears and presence for the Sheriff’s Department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 917-482-3151. DRIVER SAFETY REMINDER Polk County Schools start back August 11. Please use caution when traveling CR 653 during school opening and closing times. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, please keep an eye out for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. Adults should not place young children on their laps between them and the steering wheel as this creates a hazardous condition for the children in the case of a panic stop or accidents. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Brenda Jackson, NW PR Liaison NW leadership team is excited to present our neighborhood watch deputies: Nancy Baker, Carolyn Bishop, Donna Debnar, Joan Enslen, Jeannie Franklin, Shari Gieber, David Harrison, Harold Jackson, Diane Mavuro, Vaughn Platt, John Sebastian. Please join us in welcoming our new and returning neighborhood watch deputies! With our list of deputies complete, we are now looking for block captains! Are you looking for something to be involved in? Are you interested in helping your neighbors and community remain safe and secure? Then a block captain position may be just what you are looking for! If you are interested in learning more or want to volunteer as a block captain, please 16 contact Deputy Chief, Joan DiBattista at 239.851.7899. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to improve and grow our organization. Some things to watch for: a breakdown of neighborhoods and the deputy responsible for the area, a list of block captains, and a new logo designed by one of our own LA residents and a NW deputy. STORM SEASON Storm season runs until November 30. All residents spending the summer months in Florida should be prepared for severe weather. A helpful storm preparation resource can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com under "Additional District Documents,” or scan the above QR code. PARKING AND ROAD SAFETY REMINDERS From Florida State Statute 316.1945 Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited in specified places: No person shall stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers: 1. In front of a public or private driveway. 2. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 3. Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 4. Within 30 feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway. Additionally, do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle, do not park on a curve, and park as close to the curb as possible. Also, the City of Lake Wales has an ordinance (§ 20-14 - Parking in residential districts) that makes it unlawful to park overnight or leave unattended during the day any commercial motor vehicle, golf cart, moped, motorized scooter, motor vehicle, motorcycle, trailer, truck, or vehicle on a public street or road in a residential district of this city that obstructs the free, convenient, and normal use of the public street or road by impeding, hindering, stifling, or endangering the safe movements of traffic or pedestrians. For the full ordinance please visit http:// lakewales.elaws.us/code/ordinances_ch20_artii

MOVI ES AUGUST 15 – 17 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM TUESDAY SHOWINGS & THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 AUGUST 1 — 3 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY 3 2023 | PG-13 | 2H 30MIN In Marvel Studios "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" our beloved band of misfits are looking a bit different these days. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them. AUGUST 8 — 10 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM BOOK CLUB: THE NEXT CHAPTER 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 47MIN The highly anticipated sequel follows our four best friends as they take their book club to Italy for the fun girls trip they never had. When things go off the rails and secrets are revealed, their relaxing vacation turns into a once-in-a-lifetime crosscountry adventure. 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 38MIN SEE HOW THEY RUN In the West End of 1950s London, plans for a movie version of a smash-hit play come to an abrupt halt after a pivotal member of the crew is murdered. When world-weary Inspector Stoppard (Sam Rockwell) and eager rookie Constable Stalker (Saoirse Ronan) take on the case, the two find themselves thrown into a puzzling whodunit wi thin the gl amorous l y sordid theater underground, investigating the mysterious homicide at their own peril. AUGUST 22 — 24 ARMAGEDDON TIME 2022 | R | 1H 54MIN From acclaimed filmmaker James Gray, ARMAGEDDON TIME is a deeply personal coming-of-age story about the strength of family and the generational pursuit of the American Dream. The film features an all-star cast including Anthony Hopkins, Anne Hathaway and Jeremy Strong. AUGUST 29 — 31 (NO 7 PM SHOWING ON AUGUST 31) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM GHOSTED 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 56MIN Salt-of-the-earth Cole (Chris Evans) falls head over heels for enigmatic Sadie (Ana de Armas)--but then makes the shocking discovery that she's a secret agent. Before they can decide on a second date, Cole and Sadie are swept away on an international adventure to save the world. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. AUGUST 4 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM TO END ALL WAR: OPPENHEIMER AND THE ATOMIC BOMB 2023 | NR | 1H 27MIN The true story of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer's journey from driven and ambitious scientist to remorseful and tormented man struck hard by the gravity of what he had done. The narrative centerpiece of To End All War is the Trinity test in the New Mexico desert on July 16, 1945. For Oppenheimer, the successful detonation of the first atom bomb validates years of tireless work. But in this moment of seeming triumph -- as the first mushroom cloud ever seen envelops the pre-dawn sky -- Oppenheimer sees before him a destructive power of almost supernatural magnitude. As he would say later, he feels he has become "death, the destroyer of worlds..." and life will never be the same. AUGUST 11 11 AM, 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) THE WALK 2016 | PG | 2H 4MIN As a boy, Philippe Petit dreams of performing daring feats for dazzled crowds. As an adult (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), his life's ambition comes true when he becomes a high-wire artist who stares death in the face with every step. Under the guidance of mentor Papa Rudy, the French daredevil devises a plan to walk on a tightrope attached to the north and south towers of the World Trade Center. With help from his team and against all odds, Petit attempts the seemingly impossible stunt on Aug. 7, 1974. THE MAGIC YEARS CLUB IS HOSTING A SHOWING OF FINDING NEVERLAND ON AUGUST 11 AT 6:30 PM. OPEN TO ALL (FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED, CAPACITY 55). Academy Award winners Johnny Depp, Kate Winslet, Dustin Hoffman and Julie Christie star in this magical tale about one of the world's great storytellers and the people who inspired his masterwork, "Peter Pan." AUGUST 18 11 AM, 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) THE OUTSIDERS 1983 | PG | 1H 31MIN A teen gang in rural Oklahoma, the Greasers are perpetually at odds with the Socials, a rival group. When Greasers Ponyboy (C. Thomas Howell) and Johnny (Ralph Macchio) get into a brawl that ends in the death of a Social member, the boys are forced to go into hiding. Soon Ponyboy and Johnny, along with the intense Dallas (Matt Dillon) and their other Greaser buddies, must contend with the consequences of their violent lives. While some Greasers try to achieve redemption, others meet tragic ends. AUGUST 25 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE 2006 | R | 1H 42MIN The Hoover family -- a man (Greg Kinnear), his wife (Toni Collette), an uncle (Steve Carell), a brother (Paul Dano) and a grandfather (Alan Arkin) -- puts the fun back in dysfunctional by piling into a VW bus and heading to California to support a daughter (Abigail Breslin) in her bid to win the Little Miss Sunshine Contest. The sanity of everyone involved is stretched to the limit as the group's quirks cause epic problems as they travel along their interstate route.

EVENTS IMPORTANT 2024 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES DATES SHOW DATES: TRIVIA By David Fix If you haven’t yet joined your friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse Ballroom at Sunday Night Trivia weekly at 7 pm, it’s time you do! Doors open at 6. Come early, bring dinner or snacks, and enjoy an evening of fun. It’s only $1 to play with all money returned to winning teams. There have been around 150 people on average each Sunday. Don’t have a team? No problem—come join a table looking for players. Maximum of eight to a table. JANUARY 18 & 30, 2024 FEBRUARY 9, 2024 MARCH 6 & 29, 2024 Ticket On Sale Dates Current Season Ticket Renewal: October 2 — 31, 2023 Current Season Ticket Holder Upgrade/Exchange Period: November 7 — 9, 2023 New Season Ticket Sales: November 14 — December 8, 2023 I to Lake Ashton’s E celebration OKTOBERFEST September 22 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom Don’t Miss this Fun Indoor Festival! Live music by The Brussel Sprouts German street food from Schnitz & Giggles and beer from the Biergarten available for purchase Make your own pretzel necklaces, & other surprises! Tickets: $26 On Sale August 14 after Monday Coffee at the Clubhouse Activities Office Individual Ticket Sales (if available): December 19, 2023 KARAOKE NIGHT August 9 brings another great night of singing and fun in the Ballroom from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Next date: September 13 FEVER AT THE HFC The band Fever is coming to perform at the HFC on Friday, August 11. They will be playing music from 7 to 10 pm. Stop by the HFC now to reserve a table for you and your friends for $10. Admission tickets will be sold at the door for $10 each. 20 - - D Y E O T U I V ’ N R COMING SOON: Football Specials, Sunday Funday with Drink Specials & Live Music HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday: 11 am to 8 pm Sunday: 11 am to 4 pm FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 21 www.jimsfloordepot.com

HAUNTING ON THE LAKE II By Terri McDuff LAPAC’s Halloween Fundraiser event, Haunting II On the Lake is just around the corner. Remember to save the date for Saturday, October 28. Tickets will go on sale in late September, $15 for adults and $10 for children. The event will run from 4 to 9 pm with limited time slots every half hour allowing groups of no more than 35 people per time slot to move through the ballroom. As with many hauntings, be prepared to expect the unexpected to happen! Join in the fun by dressing up in your own costume! At the end of your tour, there will be treats handed out so bring your trick or treat bag with you. We are still in need of lead volunteers to help with decorating, painting, acting as well as with hair and makeup and many other areas. Anyone interested in being a volunteer, please contact Terri McDuff at 916-201-7745. CHRISTMAS IS COMING! By Debby Landgrebe Here’s hoping everyone has been enjoying the summer and while it’s still warm outside, let’s start thinking of cooler temperatures and ‘that wonderful time of the year’. Please be sure you mark the calendar for the upcoming Christmas Dinner Dance for Friday, December 1 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Final preparations are being made and revealed soon. It will be a superb evening of fabulous live music and delicious food, so get your holiday clothing and dancing shoes ready. This year, reservations can be made starting September 8 by contacting Debby Landgrebe. To reserve and buy a table provide a check (no cash or UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE November 10 — One Acts Dinner Theatre November 17 — Friendsgiving November 29 — Home Improvement Expo December 1 — Christmas Dinner Dance December 31 — New Year’s Eve in the Ballroom 22 credit cards) made out to LA Christmas Dinner Dance the amount of a table or 8 is $320, or $400 for a table of 10. Individual tickets are $40 per person. Tickets will also be on sale in person in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee on September 11. Tickets are $40 per person, check only, with tables of eight and limited tables of ten. They will also be available at the Clubhouse Activities Desk after the initial sales (check only). Please provide the names of each person. Looking forward to a festive, decked-out crowd and a wonderful, fun time, so plan on coming! 4TH OF JULY GOLF CART PARADE WINNERS Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Golf Cart Parade: First place: Rose and Alan Cropp Second place: Tom and Sandy Fritschi Third place: Gloria Fitzsimmons & Mary Beth Abbate Special Award (Automobile): David & Linda Fritischi Words from 1st Place Winner Alan Cropp on his design of a F16 US Air Force Thunderbird, pictured: “This design took a week just to draw up the plans on our golf cart. I needed to scale it down to look symmetric for our cart. Then another 3 weeks to cut and paint all the pieces and assemble. The wings needed to fold up for travel. Also, I added the afterburner sound for fun! During the parade it was funny to see how many people looking to the sky for the jet. The plan went well and I guess I will need to start working on next years design. Thank you all for the great reviews and responses! Knowing how many of you enjoyed our cart was worth all the time and work.” Disclaimer: This photo opportunity was set up in advance through LAVA for this specified purpose only. Golf carts are not permitted to drive through or park in this area. WELCOME BACK, CAMPERS! This year’s activities will be held at both the Clubhouse and HFC. All events are free, but please sign up for the below activities only if you plan to participate, as space is limited. Sign up via link in email blast or at either Activities Desk with Counselors Caroline or Krystle. EVENT SCHEDULE AUGUST 2: KAYAKING ON LAKE ASHTON — GROUPS LEAVE AT 8:30 OR 10:30 AM Launch behind the Pavilion — bring drinks and campers in the 10:30 group should bring a light lunch. Each group is limited to 7. Campers are welcome to bring their own kayaks or canoes as well. ROCK WORD GARDEN — 2 PM — CLUBHOUSE Make word rocks that can be used to form phrases and sentences with the help of the LA Rockers. These will be a fantastic new interactive addition to the Clubhouse’s Reflection Garden. Bring your cell phone and reading glasses (if needed) AUGUST 9: AIR PLANT ART — 10 AM — CLUBHOUSE Make an indoor or outdoor artful statement with air plants! The Garden Club will host this activity and teach how air plants actually work. AUGUST 10 : LINE DANCING — 1 PM - HFC Campers can learn how to boot, scoot, and boogie with line dancer Lorrie Shearin! AUGUST 16: CAMP GOLF CART RACE — 2 PM Get ready, get set, GO! Campers can team up with friends to follow clues far and wide through the community. No more than 4 Campers to a team and only one golf cart per team as well. BEGINNERS ROCK PAINTING — 2 PM — HFC Campers are invited to an introductory rock painting class hosted by the LA Rockers — just be sure to bring your cell phone and reading glasses (if needed)! The class is limited to 25. AUGUST 22: COMMUNITY POTLUCK — 12 PM - HFC Join in on fun and fellowship at the Community Potluck at the HFC! Hot dogs will be provided, just be sure to bring a side! AUGUST 24: KUMIHIMO FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS — 12 PM - CLUBHOUSE The Art of Beading will instruct campers in the traditional Japanese art form known as Kumihimo, resulting in different patterns and designs. AUGUST 31: BLOCK PARTY JAMBOREE — 7 PM - CLUBHOUSE All residents are welcome to take part in the Block Party Jamboree featuring live music from The Pickup Artists! BYOC: Bring Your Own Chair! Sponsored By: Performance Golf Carts, Matt Simpson of Edward Jones, The Oasis Spa, Encompass Dental & Wellness, Lori Atkins of Amerilife

GOLF LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Nothing describes it better – IT’S HOT! Unseasonably HOT. Nevertheless, the BlueMan Niners 4-Person scramble Par-3 tournament in July came off without a hitch. Because of the heat, it was decided to shorten it to one day this year and share lunch. Please remember: water water water – drink drink drink and beseech the daily rains to return. Be safe out there in the heat, and before you know it September will arrive and start bringing back our snowbirds and adventurous RVers. We’ve gained a few new members over the summer, and our prayers go out for those Niners and their families who are dealing with health issues. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Dawn Neigh FIRST FLIGHT WINNERS 1ST GROSS Jan Baun and Liz Leigh 2nd GROSS Bev Hines and Alina Lindstrom 3rd GROSS Mafie Walker and Margie Dersham 1st NET Marylou Wheat and Monnie Guinn 2nd NET Patti Panone and Kathy Reed 3rd NET Jackie Tressler and Lydia Fichtman SECOND FLIGHT WINNERS 1st GROSS Janis Vasquenza and Cheryl Coveleskie 2nd GROSS Nancy Testa and Renee Hicks 3rd GROSS Shearly Simpson and Dixie Kite 1st NET Gina Martine and Bonnie Simonetta 2nd NET Kim Kutsch and Rita Edmunds 3rd NET Sue Buss and Pat Hodges The board also looked at the possibility of adding drop zones on holes 4 & 11 East. The decision was made to table the discussion and remain as is with NO drop zones on 4 and 11 East. August games look to be fun as well. Jan Baun has outdone herself with these competitions. August 1 - Team Play ABCD randomly paired, Team low net August 8 - Team Play 4-person scramble, PAYOUT equal low gross and low net August 15 Stableford August 22 Team play, PAYOUT low net August 29 Partner play flighted randomly paired TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS July weather didn’t disappoint! Ladies can sign up on Tuesdays and golf nine holes instead of 18. Red Hoagland Challenge status of July is 1st Margie Dersham, 2nd Marylou Wheat, 3rd Pattie Adame, and 4th Jan Baun. This challenge runs June 1, 2023, through May 31, 2024, and is open to all LALGA 18 hole league players. A big thank you to our dedicated statistician Char Walter for this updated information. Our Tropics Tournament was a great success with over 35 ladies willing to weather the heat on these Dog Days of summer. A shout out to Sandra and her crew at the Nest for the delicious luncheon that followed the 2-day event. 24 <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 ADVERTISEMENT

LAMGA By David Kubissa LAMGA members can always use some advice on how to cut strokes off their scores. To help out, this month’s article includes advice from Lake Ashton Head Pro Ian Peterson about how to practice your chipping. Chip shots are typically within about 10 feet of the green where the ball is going to fly a shorter distance in the air and roll out a longer distance to get to the hole. The best rule of thumb is to get the ball rolling on the ground as soon as possible. Study this image and practice the accompanying techniques. up the shaft through the lead arm. Place about 60% of your weight on the lead foot and 40% on your trail foot. Swing: Rock your shoulders back and through in a pendulum motion. Keep your hands and wrists quiet and maintain the straight-line relationship up the shaft and through your lead arm into the finish. Notice how the golfer finishes the stroke. His hands and wrists are quiet, and the back of his left wrist is flat. You can draw a line up the shaft and his left arm. Practice this technique with a sand wedge, 9-iron, 7-iron, or a hybrid to develop a feel for distance with the different clubs. Set-Up: Ball position should be back in the stance, hands forward and shaft leaning forward to create a straight line Sponsor spotlight: This month we thank and highlight the following LAMGA sponsors: Stone Law Group, Weaver Loveless Law, Brad Kirwan Real Estate, Mike Krigelski – A+ Realty, Terri Mattocks and Lori Raath of Lake Ashton Realty, and Realty Inspection Solutions. To see the full list of 2023 sponsors, go the LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com. Monthly update for the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge through the end of June: 1. John Milsom, $109.75; 2. Paul Panone, $109.50; 3. Rolly Geyer $108.75; 4. Lloyd Kramer $99.65; 5. Rick Simonetta, $94.00. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Grateful to Realtor for Service Above and Beyond Working with Brad made a somewhat unique and difficult situation much easier. He took charge with coordinating cleaning out the house and taking care of maintenance/repair issues. Without his assistance, I would have had to hire someone to accomplish the many tasks Brad took care of. I am eternally grateful to Brad for all he did on my Dad's behalf. I highly recommend you contact him should you have need for a Realtor. Thanks again, Brad !! Family of Harry Mazelin 13 July 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 27

CLUBS LA BELLES By Pat Bergstrom The August LA Belles Luncheon will be held at Cracker Barrel, 111 Dunson Lane, in Davenport on Wednesday, August 30 at 11 am. Why not make a day of it with the ladies and shop in their gift shop and the surrounding stores nearby? Look for the sign-up sheet link sent via email blast and we'll see you there! If you have any questions, please call Pat Bergstrom at 740-624-6903. LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION (LAPA) By Chuck Caesar the spot after a hot morning on the courts. Special thanks to Martha McKinney, Marcia Santino, Becky Wilson, Lisa Savala and Terresa Caesar for their work in pulling this fun event together. Whether you are an avid pickleball player, a casual player or someone interested in learning a new sport and getting to know some amazing people, please consider joining the Lake Ashton Pickleball Association. The dues are only $12 per person per year and are used to provide pickleballs and other items for the courts as well as to fund pickleball mixers and special events such as our America’s Birthday Celebration. If you are interested in learning the game, be watching in the September issue of the LA Times for information on Coach Dennis Santino’s Newbie Clinic. We would love to see you all out on the courts. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club would like to thank The Lake Ashton Pickleball Association hosted an America’s Birthday Celebration on July 1. The celebration included a pickleball mixer followed by a luncheon. Thirty-two players of all levels participated in the mixer event. After 5 rounds of exciting matches, the top two men and women from each of the pools squared off for the mixer championship. The champions for the women were Bev Hines and Deborah Waldrip who defeated Diane Holman and Caron Erickson in the finals. On the men’s side Doug Epler and Jerry Watson defeated Earl Schely and John Savala in their final match. After the mixer metal awards ceremony, the players and other members of the Association met at the HFC for a hot dog cookout with chips and soft drinks. The hotdogs were perfectly grilled by Dennis Santino, Phil Hines and John Savala and the soft drinks really hit 28 the community for their continuous support. The feedback and words of encouragement are appreciated. Many residents drive, ride and walk by expressing their thanks for our efforts in beautifying Lake Ashton. The Garden Club did not meet in the month of July, but a survey asking for next project ideas and club topics were sent to all members. The results were very encouraging and the club looks forward to many great meetings. Please join members of the garden club at the Camp Ashton “air plant” craft on August 9th at 10am in the Clubhouse! Members will be present to help with the activity and provide basic information on the care of tillandsias. Feel free to join the club for support, ideas, tours and guest speakers. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join us for some fun and adventure while we look for our ancestors. The fun begins at 2 PM on Wednesday, August 9 in the Craft Room at the HFC. All levels of expertise are welcome. Questions? Call Jane at 815-545-6655.

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Gary Johnson In this month's LASC column, member Sharon Swanson (pictured with a a fellow competitor from Florida) shares her experience at Senior Nationals in Pittsburgh. 11,576 Seniors registered for the 2023 National Senior Games. Over 600 athletes attended from Florida. Florida Senior Games welcomed us with a party on Thursday evening that included exceptional food and socialization to kick off the games. The pool at the University of Pittsburgh is huge, so there was plenty of room for all the competitors and spectators. The event was very well run, with accommodating volunteers who continuously circled the venue with drinks, snack bars, and bananas. The competition was steep and there were an incredible number of swimmers. In my 2 events, there were 85 and 73 women competing respectively. The 2023 Celebration of Athletes on Friday night was held at PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. There were more than 3,000 athletes who marched in the Parade of States honoring the senior athletes. The Pittsburgh Pirates gave all the competitors a ticket to their game and approximately 5,000 attended. At last count on Sunday morning, Florida was leading the medal count at 315. I was never in the running for a medal, but this was an amazing experience and adventure. I am so happy I could come and race with these amazing athletes. The Lake Ashton Swim Club offers general fitness and pre-competitive workouts thr ee times a week. For mor e info contact sandyw1994@aol.com. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting August 3 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 4:30. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. 30 The Lake Ashton Republican Club took a break in July and had no meeting. The next scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, August 23, 2023, in the Clubhouse Ballroom beginning at 3:30 pm for sign-in/ social time. The meeting will start at 4. We are working on the guest speaker and will announce once one is confirmed. If you know of a neighbor (registered Republican) who would like to attend please bring them along. Look forward to seeing everyone there. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers June 20: Jeanine Connors, Elaine Inman, Chris Verges, Howard Mayne June 27: Judy Marine, Marge Kniat, Dana Griffiths, Tie:Jeanine Connors & George Rogers July 11: Chris Verges, Elaine Inman, Ron McKie, Jeanine Connors DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Liz Leigh A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook at the Clubhouse Activities Office. A partner is required. For help in finding a partner or for more information contact Don Fuller dfuller627@yahoo.com July 10: 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine; 3rd Jim Ford & Pat Foster MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience are sought to join our group that meets on Wednesday afternoons at the HFC from 2 - 4 pm. This group is not on hiatus during the summer! For further information, contact Myrna Soberman at myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. 29 people attended the July meeting. The group discussed future lunches, dinners, and other activities. The group wrapped up its Christmas in July benefit for Senior Orphans. All the items on the Seniors’ wish lists were provided with gift cards being purchased with remaining cash. Single Mingle will be held on August 17 in the HFC Craft Room from 4 – 6 pm. Volunteers are needed to help set up and clean up. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on August 6. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves SAVE THE DATE! The next meeting will be October 18 at 6:30 pm at the Clubhouse near the stage. There is no August meeting. The Craft Fair is Saturday, October 21. As of this writing, there are a few vendor tables available. We will be looking for bakers as well. My personal experience of our craft shows is that we have a lot of fun. You can pick up an application at the Clubhouse activities desk. In a heartfelt June meeting, Missy Prescott presented Daniel DiMarco with a $3,000 check for Soldiers' Freedom Outdoors; thus recognizing their dedicated efforts in honoring veterans and providing support to their families. The organization provides transformative equine programs and outdoor activities. We recognize and appreciate their commitment to fostering healing, 31 connection, and resilience among those who have served. The funds were raised at last year's Craft Fair. Thank you to all who attended and participated. Have a safe and fun summer. God Bless America! LA TRAVELERS By Laurie Clayton The Lake Ashton Travelers held their last rally before the summer break at Canopy Oaks RV Resort. It was a well planned and fun filled week of bocce ball and corn hole championships, a trivia contest, a pot luck dinner and a friendly round of golf. The next adventure will be October 8-11 in Webster Florida. They would love to have any other Lake Ashton residents who enjoy “camping” to join with your rig and become a member of the LA Travelers. For answers to any questions please contact Maureen Sim at 863-604-0309. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg The administrators of LA Rockers want to thank everyone in the Lake Ashton community who came out and generously supported our Fourth of July fundraiser. Our mission statement is that "one message at just the right moment can change someone's entire day, outlook, and life" -- your message back to us is to keep doing what we are doing. Thank you! During the month of August we will not hold regular meetings -- we will be working and teaching at Camp Lake Ashton instead. Starting in September, we will meet twice a month on the first and the third Wednesdays of the month. Meetings are from 2 to 4 pm at the HFC. We look forward to seeing you all in September.

MIND&BODY Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Muscles are for moving. Did you know that if you don’t move; or if you become sedentary; your muscles will begin to waste away? Not only that, but your muscles will shorten as well, reducing your flexibility and strength. Have you ever danced the night away only to get up the next morning feeling stiff and sore? The next time you’re out at one of our many dances, you might decide it’s best to watch from the comfort of your seat. It seems like an obvious conclusion, but that is a mistake. Your body is really telling you that your muscles are weak and lack conditioning. It’s a sign that you may not be doing enough physical activity to maintain good muscle tone and flexibility. Other issues can contribute to sore and stiff muscles like a poor diet, circulation issues, lack of flexibility, etc. But movement is what your body needs to stay moving …“a body in motion stays in motion”. Movement is important for: Better Circulation: Your heart pumps blood to the body; but muscle movement is needed to efficiently return blood back to the heart for cleaning and recirculating. Heart Health: Your heart is a muscle that never gets a day off. SUMMER SIGN LANGUAGE Relaxed format for beginners — Tuesdays in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 to 1:45 pm and Thursdays in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 6:30 to 7:30 pm until August 31. AMATEUR RADIO L ICENSE CLASS The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association is trying to judge if residents are interested in a Technician licensing class September 5, 12, and 19 at the HFC Poker Room. After completion, the Lake Wales Repeater Association has test sessions for all levels of license the first Saturday of the month at the Winter Haven Red Cross building. If interested, send your name, phone number and email address to DBishop1867@gmail.com. We are also offering to assist anyone wishing to upgrade to a General Class license, so if you would like this type of assistance please let us know and we will get you together with an Elmer (Ham Tutor) who is willing to assist you by emailing a note to the above address. We may also do that for people wishing to get a Technician license if there are not enough people interested to hold a full class. It only gets stronger with movement; especially the kind that increase your breathing rate. Brain Health: Your brain benefits from increased circulation and will reward you with clearer thinking, better memory recall and stress reduction. There are so many benefits of being more active. And with so many choices here at Lake Ashton; what are you waiting for? Start slow by walking after dinner; you’ll notice better digestion and sleep. Then challenge yourself more by attending one of the many classes and clubs offered here; like line dancing, exercise class, gentle yoga, water volleyball, etc. Challenge your body to not only move more, but move differently. Your heart will thank you! 32 SUMMER LINE DANCING CLASS Instructor: Lorrie Shearin Class will be held every Thursday at the HFC through September 28. 1 pm Beginners: Everyone is welcome, no experience needed. Dances will be easy and fun, dances used at River Ranch will be taught. 2 pm Improvers: Dances will have tags, restarts, turns, and maybe faster. Some experience may help, but everyone can try and learn new dances that may seem more advanced. Sometimes they are easier than they look. Note: Wear shoes you can dance in! No flip flops or Crocs. FINANCIAL BOOT CAMP Next Class: August 28 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “How can I protect what I have? Do I have enough to last my lifetime?” Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. 33

CHERYL’S DANCE CLASS Come join us for a fun dance class meant just to enjoy dancing and friendships. Class is open to all and is held weekly, however, come when you can! Starting Thursday, August 17, 10 to 11:30 am at the HFC basketball courts. Call or email if interested: cwinchester1012@gmail.com or 305-725-4946. The first hour will be dedicated to fun dancing, followed by learning the Thriller dance for Halloween. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr August 12 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Geraniums $35 (payable at class) Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on August 11. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. CREATE A CARD Join the group on August 15 at 10 am in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. SKINCARE & MAKEUP CLASS Do you know what makeup colors and shades fit you best? Are you using the right type of moisturizers and cleansers for your skin type? You can learn all that and more at a skincare and makeup class hosted by Lancôme on September 6 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The class is 34 completely free, but you must sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Create a delightful wall painting, hand-painted by you! For $35, each painter will be receiving step-by-step instructions to create a 16x20 canvas painting and will be supplied with a 16x20 canvas, acrylic paints, and brushes. This event will take place on September 8 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check by September 4 to reserve your spot. You won’t want to miss this; a maximum of 30 people can sign up but a minimum of 10 people is needed! CRAFTING WITH CARMEN — RUSTIC WREATHS Carmen is back with another home décor craft! Make your own 10-inch rustic wreath on September 29 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Learn how to quick-stain and distress wood for that rustic look that is so in style. All supplies and instructions are included for $12. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski October 3 at 11:30 am to make your very own unique seasonal décor! In this class you will learn how to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! This month’s class will be for fall covering both Halloween and Thanksgiving. If you participated in the last class and received a frame, be sure to bring that frame back to the class. All instructions and materials will be provided for $16. Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Next Class: December 5

Woodstock Party featuring Live Music by Paisley Craze August 18 7 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Tickets: $16 on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter July 2023 Happy Birthday, America! golf cart parade * golf scramble * food * flags * music * friendship * fun! see p. 23 Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NO CANCELLATION FEES ON-SITE OFFICE HOME WARRANTY FOR YOUR NEW BUYER 5% TOTAL COMMISSION YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD EXPERTS! CALL US FOR A FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 863.318.9542 4140 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 www.LakeAshtonRealty.com Lori R, Lori T, Terri & Sarah NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES August Issue Deadline: July 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. JULY 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center Charm City Nik Minadakis, Owner ___________________________________________________________________________________________ In case of emergency, dial 911! Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 3 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com 863-662-3300 charmcityfl@gmail.com

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. JULY 3 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • LA Woodworker's Project of the Month • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance and ComForCare JULY 10 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Visit Central Florida • Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson THE BLOODMOBILE WILL BE PARKED IN THE CLUBHOUSE WEST PARKING LOT FROM 8:30 TO 10:30 AM ON MONDAY, JULY 10 JULY 17 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non Perishable Food Donations for Lake Wales Care Center Can be Dropped Off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: City of Winter Haven Economic Opportunity and Community Investment JULY 24 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING JULY 31 • Featured Vendor: Polk County Fire Rescue - When to Call 911 • Featured Vendor: Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 26 CLUBS 28 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, July 21, 9 am Health & Fitness Center JOINT MEETING WITH LACDD TO FOLLOW AT 11 AM LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, July 24, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily Thank you to everyone who prayed for, visited, helped, and offered to help Jan and I when Jan was sick. Also thank you for all of the sympathy cards, texts, kind words and funny stories after he died. I cannot adequately express how much it meant to both of us. I am sure Jan is running a musical cooking school in the great beyond. Again, thank you all. Thank you - Trish Safer FOURTH OF JULY OFF ICE HOURS & TRASH PICKUP The Clubhouse and HFC offices will be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Trash, recycling and yard waste pickup for Lake Wales residents will occur on Saturday, July 8. Winter Haven residents will have trash, recycling and yard waste pickup on July 3 as scheduled. Have a safe and happy Independence Day! 5 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: July 12 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE July 12 & 26, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next new resident social will be at the HFC on November 3 at 2 pm. Get introduced to the community, and meet other new residents and community leaders. Sign up at either Activities Desk. CLERICAL SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE CLUBHOUSE AND HFC OFFICES DURING BUSINESS HOURS • Local or toll free fax: $1 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Long distance fax: $2 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Receiving fax: $0.25 per page • Black and white copies on white paper: $0.05 per side (8.5x11) • Color copies: $0.25 per side (8.5x11, white paper) • Scanning & Notary Services

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NEW APP FOR WH CITIZENS "Access Winter Haven" is the City of Winter Haven's new app for citizens that can be downloaded in the App Store. The app allows citizens to send information straight to the department, division, or team who can help. The average “fix” time is 1 day. It can be utilized to report anything from potholes on City streets to drainage or wildlife issues. The app is also the new system utilized for bulk pickup. Select “schedule a bulk pickup” and staff will respond with your pickup date. SIGN UP FOR ALERT POLK Prepare yourself this hurricane season by signing up to receive emergency notifications from Alert Polk, the system Polk County uses to inform residents about public safety threats and concerns. During situations which may affect the health, safety and welfare of Polk’s residents, official messages are sent to telephone numbers and email addresses within the affected geographic area. Emergency notifications include: • Tornadoes/severe weather • Mandatory evacuations • Boil water notifications • Gas leaks • Sexual predator relocation notices • Critical law enforcement notifications • Hurricanes & recovery information More information: polk-county.net/EM, or call the Emergency Management division at (863) 298-7000. SEASONAL RESIDENTS & SUMMER TRAVELERS Residents spending the summer months in Florida should prepare for severe weather. A detailed list of storm tips can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com and at either Activities Desk. If you will be away for the summer, stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to sign up and pay for a seasonal subscription ($4/month domestic; $5/month international). The newsletter and calendars are also sent out via email blast. A Summer Checklist is also posted on lakeashtoncdd.com or hard copies are available at the Clubhouse Activities Office. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LA II (WH) CDD Community Director photo: Dennis Krupinski As previously mentioned, the HFC is taking on a new outlook regarding our entertainment, social, and health-related programs. The Pig Roast is a new offering that will be fun for all, and the Fall and Risk Prevention seminar is something that will be of benefit to everyone. We look forward to seeing our residents at these, as well as other, upcoming events at the HFC. We are also in the process of combining Lake Wales and Winter Haven resident to join together in the Activities Advisory Committee in order to better serve our community. All ideas are welcome and will be considered. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary, Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com We would like to thank Chuck Yeager for his service in our Maintenance Department, and welcome Richard Palone as his replacement. Richard has many years of maintenance experience in plumbing, air conditioning, electrical, painting as well as general maintenance. Richard, like Chuck, will be a valuable member of our HFC Team assisting Karen VanKirk. You may have noticed our Maintenance Staff pressure washing our guard house. The HFC building, as well as all surrounding pavers will also be done, thereby enhancing the area. All Lake Wales residents are welcome to use the pool at the HFC while theirs is being resurfaced and any other time. Every effort is being made by our HFC Team to be sure all residents will have an enjoyable and safe summer! LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and more. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC.

JOINT AMENITIES POLICY Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy is featured in the LA Times. Since it is getting hotter outside and more residents will be looking to exercise indoors, this month outlines the use of the Fitness Centers at the Clubhouse and HFC. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found under “Additional Documents” on both lakeashtoncdd.com and lakeashton2cdd.com. Questions can also be directed to Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or James Margeson, LAII (WH) CDD Community Director (jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com). 1. Fitness centers are open daily during normal operating hours. 2. Patrons are encouraged to receive training on the apparatus before utilizing equipment. 3. Each facility provides televisions for Patrons. Please be considerate when setting volume levels. 4. Individuals must be fourteen (14) years of age and older to use District Fitness Centers. Individuals fourteen (14) – seventeen (17) years of age must be accompanied by an adult. 5. Food, including chewing gum, is not permitted within the District Fitness Centers. Beverages, however, are permitted in the Fitness Centers if contained in non-breakable containers with screw-top or sealed lids. 6. Appropriate attire and footwear (covering the entire foot) must be worn at all times in the District Fitness Centers. Appropriate attire includes tee-shirts, tank tops, shorts, and/or athletic wear (no swimsuits). 7. Each Individual is responsible for wiping off fitness equipment after use with the antiseptic wipes provided by the Districts. 8. Use of personal trainers is permitted in the District Fitness Centers with approval from the Amenity Manager. 9. Hand chalk is not permitted to be used in the District Fitness Centers. 10. Personal audio devices are not permitted unless they are utilized with headphones. 11. No bags, gear, or jackets are permitted on the floor of the District Fitness Centers or on the fitness equipment. 12. Weights or other fitness equipment may not be removed from the District Fitness Centers. 13. Limit use of cardiovascular equipment to thirty (30) minutes and step aside between multiple sets on weight equipment if other persons are waiting. 14. Be respectful of others. Allow other Patrons and Guests to also use equipment, especially the cardiovascular equipment. 15. Replace weights to their proper location after use. 16. Free-weights are not to be dropped and should be placed only on the floor or on equipment made specifically for storage of the weights. 17. Any fitness program operated, established and run by the Amenity Manager may have priority over other users of the District Fitness Centers. THE CLUBHOUSE IS GOING DIGITAL! Stop by the Clubhouse Lobby to check out the new TV showcasing Lake Ashton events and other information. The information wall in the Ballroom has been removed and residents will now be able to sign up online using the links that will be sent out in email blasts or in person at the Clubhouse Activities Office with staff and volunteers. Soon, residents will have the option of purchasing tickets online as well. Stay tuned to email blasts for more information.

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L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Red-bellied Woodpecker is the most common woodpecker seen at Lake Ashton. Many mistakenly call it a Red-headed Woodpecker because the male has quite a bit of red on the head. However, it lacks the totally red head of the other. These year-round residents have a heavily barred black-and-white back. The red on the belly is negligible rendering the name rather meaningless. Woodpeckers have very long tongues that are about twice the length of their bill to reach inside the holes they drill for insects. When not using the tongue, it's curled around the back of the head between the skull and the skin! The holes excavated are frequently used by other birds. They drum on trees and other objects to proclaim territory and attract mates. The Red-bellied Woodpecker's rolling calls are a familiar sound. If you take time to learn the call you will notice them everywhere! OUTDOOR POOL AND SPA REFURBISHMENT PROJECT The Outdoor Pool and Spa will be closed to complete an extensive refurbishment project starting July 10. LACDD approved the following items at the May Board of Supervisors Meeting. • Resurfacing of the Pool and Spa • Replacement of all tile in the Pool and Spa • Replacement of all non-LED lights in the Pool with LED lights • Adding an additional handrail on each entrance to the Pool • Replacement of the coping stones on the outside border of the Pool and Spa Residents are fortunate to have two pools and 3 spas at Lake Ashton so during the time that the Outdoor Pool and Spa are closed for maintenance, the Indoor Pool and Spas (2) at the Health and Fitness Center (HFC) are available for use! Take a look at the schedule of activities happening at the Indoor Pool to schedule your pool time or try out a new class or activity. Don't forget to stop and admire the plants that were installed around the Indoor Pool by the Garden Club. LA II (WH ) HOA BOARD • Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Gary Johnson, Secretary, secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA ( LW) HOA BOARD • President Tom Hevel, president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller, vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President 2 Debbie Holmes, vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Nancy Baker, treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tim Doyle, secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Bob Prowant, manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Greg Bluemke, arc.lakeashtonhoa.org 15

HOW DO FERTILIZERS AFFECT PONDS? Native Flowers of During the summer months, lawns are heavily fertilized. Excessive quantities and sloppy application can be detrimental to adjacent ponds. Fertilizers are predominantly composed of phosphorus and nitrogen, and when introduced to a nearby pond, they can increase the levels of nutrients. Increasing nutrient levels increases the likelihood that algae will flourish. The white particles in the image are fertilizer granules that have been introduced to one of Lake Ashton's ponds. Please remind lawn care professionals to use caution when fertilizing lawns in order to limit the quantity of fertilizer that could potentially end up in ponds. Please contact Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com if you have queries or concerns regarding aquatic maintenance in any ponds in Lake Wales. Central Florida By Lynn Davis The Butterfly Orchid is a slow growing, less than an inch, epiphytic plant. That means it adheres to a living plant surface; no need to worry about soil. It can be seen on trunks and branches of live oaks, mangroves, and bald cypresses. The flower petal is bronze or orangish in color with a white lip and a purple dot. It has one to two grass-like looking leaves. The orchid resembles a butterfly, hence its name. Why Grow Butterfly Orchids in your trees? The orchids have a honey-like fragrant that attracts a variety of bees. This is the main pollinator for the orchid. It isn’t picky. It can grow in full sun or part shade. Since it’s a native plant, its sustainability makes it a perfect landscape addition. You’ll be rewarded in Spring and Summer with an abundance of showy flowers. Buyer beware! These orchids have been commercially exploited. Make sure to buy from a reputable source. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com AUTHORIZED DEALER

SAFETY DRIVER SAFETY REMINDER All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, please keep an eye out for pedestrians at all times. Obeying the posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. Recent state legislation changes have increased the age for golf cart drivers taking effect October 1. The law requires that a person operating a golf cart on public roads or streets who is under 18 years of age must possess a valid learner’s permit or driver’s license. Anyone older than 18 must carry a state-issued ID. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief As you may know your Neighborhood Watch (NW) Leadership Team have been busy updating and enhancing the inter- workings of NW to further improve the success of the community wide program. I am pleased to announce, under the leadership of Deputy Chief Joan DiBattista, the entire territory listing of Deputies is now complete with Jeannie Franklin coming on board. Thanks to Jeannie and all our Deputies for their expertise and program support. Next up is adding block captains across Lake Ashton. A full Team meeting is coming up. Watch for Deputy Chief’s place, date and time for the Team meeting notice. NW will be participating in early August to celebrate 39 years of the “National Night Out” program originated by Law Enforcement. Details will be forthcoming. We appreciate all the team work and support from many! Questions, ideas, etc., contact Deputy Chief Joan DiBattista at 239.851.7899. CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are part of Neighborhood Watch you are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol does this by patrolling our streets. Our job is to look for things that do not belong in our community. Our presence with our lights flashing while patrolling our streets is our deterrent to help keep our streets safe. CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol our streets. Our job is to be the eyes, ears and presence for the Sheriff’s Department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 917-482-3151 (leave a message). WATCH FOR ALL IGATORS Female alligators build a mound nest of soil, vegetation, or debris and deposit an average of 32 to 46 eggs in late June or early July. Incubation requires approximately 63-68 days, and hatching occurs from mid-August through early September. Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Those who live near lakes and ponds should expect to see alligators from time-to-time but they should never be fed or approached. People concerned about an alligator should call our toll-free Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWCGATOR (866-392-4286). > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 9-month 1-year 5.25 5.25 5.25 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 19 % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 06/14/2023. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

MOVI ES JULY 5 - 6 (NO MOVIES JULY 4) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM A LOVE SONG 2022 | PG | 1H 21MIN Faye (Dale Dickey) is a lone traveler biding her time fishing, birding and stargazing at a rural Colorado campground as she awaits the arrival of Lito (Wes Studi), a figure from her past who is navigating his own tentative and nomadic journey across the rugged West. Like the country music that has traditionally channeled the heartbreak and resilience of Americans in search of themselves and others, A Love Song weaves a lyrical and ultimately joyful refrain out of the transformative act of being alone -- and reminds us that love can nourish and mystify at any age. JULY 11 - 13 AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 2022 | PG-13 | 3HR 12MIN Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, "Avatar: The Way of Water" begins to tell the story of the Sully family — Jake (Sam Worthington), Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) and their kids, the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive, and the tragedies they endure. JULY 18 - 20 MURDER MYSTERY 2 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 30MIN Now f u l l - t i me de t e c t i v e s struggling to get their private eye agency off the ground, Nick (Adam Sandler) and Audrey Spitz (Jennifer Aniston) find themselves at the center of an international abduction when their friend the Maharaja is kidnapped at his own lavish wedding. JULY 25 - 27 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE OUT-LAWS 2023 | R | 1H 35MIN Owen Browning (Adam Devine) is a straight-laced bank manager about to marry the love of his life, Parker (Nina Dobrev). When his bank is held up by the infamous Ghost Bandits during his wedding week, he believes his future in-laws (Pierce Brosnan, Ellen Barkin) who just arrived in town, are the infamous Out-Laws. TUESDAY SHOWINGS & THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. JULY 7 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE SANDLOT 1993 | PG | 1h 41min When Scottie Smalls moves to a new neighborhood, he manages to make friends with a group of kids who play baseball at the sandlot. Together they go on a series of funny and touching adventures. The boys run into trouble when Smalls borrows a ball from his stepdad that gets hit over a fence. JULY 14 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM CHEVALIER 2023 | PG-13 | 1H 47MIN Inspired by the incredible true s tory of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de SaintGeorges. The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr. in a tour de force performance) rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) and her court. JULY 21 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM SUMMER OF SOUL (OR, WHEN THE REVOLUTION COULD NOT BE TELEVISED) 2021 | PG-13 | 1HR 57MIN In his acclaimed debut as a filmmaker, Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson presents a powerful and transporting documentary-part music film, part historical record created around an epic event that celebrated Black history, culture and fashion. Over the course of six weeks in the summer of 1969, just one hundred miles south of Woodstock, The Harlem Cultural Festival was filmed in Mount Morris Park (now Marcus Garvey Park). The footage was never seen and largely forgotten--until now. SUMMER OF SOUL shines a light on the importance of history to our spiritual well-being and stands as a testament to the healing power of music during times of unrest, both past and present. The feature includes neverbefore-seen concert performances by Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sly & the Family Stone, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Ray Baretto, Abbey Lincoln & Max Roach and more. JULY 28 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE OUTLAW JOSEY WALES 1976 | PG | 2H 15MIN Josey Wales (Clint Eastwood) watches helplessly as his wife and child are murdered, by Union men led by Capt. Terrill (Bill McKinney). Seeking revenge, Wales joins the Confederate Army. He refuses to surrender when the war ends, but his fellow soldiers go to hand over their weapons -- and are massacred by Terrill. Wales guns down some of Terrill's men and flees to Texas, where he tries to make a new life for himself, but the bounty on his head endangers him and his new surrogate family.

EVENTS TRIVIA By David Fix Due to vacation, Sunday Night Trivia in the Clubhouse Ballroom will be held July 2, 9 and 16 only! Come with a team or join an open table, but be sure to come on time! Just $1 to play. To date, more than $2,800 has been paid out to winning teams. Doors open by 6:15 pm and questions begin promptly at 7. Grab some dinner at Charm City and make a night of it! KARAOKE NIGHT July 12 brings another great night of singing and fun from 6 to 9 pm. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $5. Next date: August 9 FEVER AT THE HFC The HFC will be having the band Fever coming on Friday, August 11. They will be playing music from 7 to 10 pm. Stop by the HFC now to reserve a table for you and your friends for $10. Admission tickets will be sold at the door for $10 each. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE September 22 —- Oktoberfest October 28 — Haunting on the Lake November 10 — One Acts Dinner Theatre November 17 — Friendsgiving November 29 — Home Improvement Expo December 1 — Christmas Dinner Dance December 31 — New Year’s Eve in the Ballroom Woodstock Party featuring Live Music by Paisley Craze August 18 7 pm Clubhouse Ballroom $16 tickets go on sale July 3 at the Clubhouse Activities Office Fourth of July at Lake Ashton OPERATION LAKE ASHTON SHOW OUR COLORS & THE 4TH OF JULY PARADE Every year, the Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA) places American Flags at the entrances and roads leading into the community on the 4th of July. We would like to invite and challenge the entire community to line your property this 4th of July with U.S. flags! LAVA is also hosting the annual 4th of July parade! The parade will be marshaled at the HFC at 8:15 am with step-off at 9. Golf carts, bicycles, and motor vehicles are all welcome. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, with the announcement made via email blast the following Monday. The parade route is shown at right. Prior registration is not required. 4TH OF JULY PAR 3 SCRAMBLE Pick your Foursome. 9 am shotgun start, $22.50 includes lunch and prize purse. Lunch includes hot dog/ hamburger, coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, macaroni salad, and ice cream. Sign up at the Pro Shop. LA ROCKERS FUNDRAISER Support the group that hides rocks, welcomes new neighbors with their own rock, and performs service projects. Their yearly fundraiser will be held July 4 at 4 pm at the Clubhouse, so stop by and check out the assortment of rocks for sale! Did you know … the LA Rockers buy all of their own supplies, including purchasing rocks, paints, and sealers? Some rocks can take up to 10 hours to complete! Choose from a huge selection of rocks — plus a silent auction and raffle rocks. Cash donations only please! See back cover for more details. Y’all Are Invited to a Roon’ Toon’ July 4th Celebon at the Clubhouse 5 pm Pulled chicken & pulled pork sandwiches provided along with watermelon and iced tea. Bring a side dish to share with your table! Live music by Highway 41 Band Tickets: $19 at the Clubhouse Activities Office on June 5 after Monday Coffee Stop by the Clubhouse starting at 4 pm to check out the LA Rockers fundraiser!

WELCOME BACK, CAMPERS! This year’s activities will be held at both the Clubhouse and HFC. All events are free, but please sign up for the below activities only if you plan to participate, as space is limited. Sign up via link in email blast or at either Activities Desk with Counselors Caroline or Krystle. EVENT SCHEDULE AUGUST 2: KAYAKING ON LAKE ASHTON — GROUPS LEAVE AT 8:30 OR 10:30 AM Launch behind the Pavilion — bring drinks and campers in the 10:30 group should bring a light lunch. Each group is limited to 7. Campers are welcome to bring their own kayaks or canoes as well. ROCK WORD GARDEN — 2 PM — CLUBHOUSE Make word rocks that can be used to form phrases and sentences with the help of the LA Rockers. These will be a fantastic new interactive addition to the Clubhouse’s Reflection Garden. Bring your cell phone and reading glasses (if needed) AUGUST 9: AIR PLANT ART — 10 AM — CLUBHOUSE Make an indoor or outdoor artful statement with air plants! The Garden Club will host this activity and teach how air plants actually work. AUGUST 10 : LINE DANCING — 1 PM - HFC Campers can learn how to boot, scoot, and boogie with line dancer Lorrie Shearin! AUGUST 16: CAMP GOLF CART RACE — 2 PM Get ready, get set, GO! Campers can team up with friends to follow clues far and wide through the community. No more than 4 Campers to a team and only one golf cart per team as well. BEGINNERS ROCK PAINTING — 2 PM — HFC Campers are invited to an introductory rock painting class hosted by the LA Rockers — just be sure to bring your cell phone and reading glasses (if needed)! The class is limited to 25. AUGUST 22: COMMUNITY POTLUCK — 12 PM - HFC Join in on fun and fellowship at the Community Potluck at the HFC! Hot dogs will be provided, just be sure to bring a side! AUGUST 24: KUMIHIMO FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS — 12 PM - CLUBHOUSE The Art of Beading will instruct campers in the traditional Japanese art form known as Kumihimo, resulting in different patterns and designs. AUGUST 31: BLOCK PARTY JAMBOREE — 7 PM - CLUBHOUSE All residents are welcome to take part in the Block Party Jamboree featuring live music from The Pickup Artists! BYOC: Bring Your Own Chair! A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay a 6% listing commission when you can use A+ Realty and list for only 2.9%? Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A* Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 25 ?

GOLF LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Back by popular demand: BlueMan Niners 4-Person scramble Par-3 ringer tournament with lunch on Wednesday. Whew, that was a mouthful! Even with the summer heat upon us, this par-3 tailored event is super fun and plays fast. If you forgot to sign-up, HURRY! We gathered items for the Senior Orphans last month, and once again the Niners delivered! Many thanks for your support of such a worthy cause assisting or seniors in Polk County. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Jackie Tressler The LALGA congratulates our Red Hoagland Winners! First Place: T Utting Second Place Tie: Patti Panone, Kathy Ryan Fourth Place: Bev Hines The competition was extremely close this year with $1 separating First and Fourth place. We thank Red Hoagland for their continued support and look forward to our new challenge! Our continued purpose of the LALGA is to promote interest in golf among women players, encourage competition, and provide opportunities for fellowship. Every Tuesday in League play we focus on the first two of those goals. On the second Tuesday of each month, we focus on the third goal, fellowship, after League play at our monthly luncheon. It provides members with an opportunity to meet new members, relax a bit and interact with each other in a purely social setting while enjoying a nice lunch and a cold beverage. We encourage all members to participate in our Summer Tropics Tournament on July 10 and 11 with our luncheon in the Eagles Nest on the 11th. Show your tropical attire and come out for two days of fun and camaraderie! 26 In closing, the LALGA welcomes Dawn Neigh to our board as the new Publicity Chair. Please send a huge thanks to Dawn for taking on the responsibility of this role and promoting our league throughout our community. Stay hydrated and remember — for the summer, 9 hole sign up is available! LAMGA By David Kubissa July ushers in the third quarter of league play, with encores of many of your favorite games on the schedule and a special two-day Ryder Cup event that includes lunch. Remember to sign up at the Pro Shop for these weekly events by 11 a.m. on the Tuesday preceding the Wednesday LAMGA game. The games are open to all Lake Ashton golf club members who have registered for the 2023 season and paid their dues. Information about the process and a downloadable application are on the LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com. Simply sign on, go to the drop-down menu and click on “LAMGA” under the Golf category to learn more and print out an application. Whether you are new to Lake Ashton or a previous LAMGA member, you need to be a 2023 paid registrant to play and pocket any pro shop credits from the weekly payouts. Leaderboard for the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge as of May 31 (dollar figures represent the accumulated total of credits earned by golfers so far this season): 1. John Milsom, $109.75; 2. Darrell Reid $101.10; 3. Rolly Geyer $96.75; 4. Lloyd Kramer $87.90; 5. Paul Panone $86.75. Sponsor spotlight: This month LAMGA gives a shoutout to our health care professionals who support the league: Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida; K. Wade Foster, M.D. (Central Florida Dermatology & Skin); Jahna Chiropractic LLC; Kevin T Barlow PA; and Messieh Orthopedic Clinic. Thanks to sponsors like these for generously contributing to LAMGA. We encourage our residents to keep these professionals in mind when shopping for services. You can find a complete sponsors list on the LAMGA web page. 27

CLUBS LA BELLES By Kim Konrad Join the Belles for lunch at Mike's Grill in Bartow July 26, at 11:30 am. Wear your patriotic colors (no hats required). Sign up by July 19 at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Limited to 30. Contact Kim Konrad at 614-565-4239 with any questions. LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION (LAPA) By Becky Wilson Memorial Day afternoon 73 LAPA members and guests gathered for some socialization and fun, not on the courts! There was a lot of chatting, laughing, and catching up going on. It’s always fun when spouses who don’t play pickleball can join the mix! President Chuck Caesar welcomed everyone and gave special recognition and thanks to those in attendance who had given service to our Country. There was a moment of silence to remember and TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS honor those who gave their lives and to whom we will always remember and be grateful. After a blessing by Ro Thornburg everyone enjoyed delicious food supplied by those in attendance. Fun and games included the “Flip-Flop Paddle,” won by John Savala. The“No-Flip Paddle” challenge for non-pickleball players was won by Helen Eakins. Jackie Tanner won the “Jugglers Delight, and Bev Hines won the “Basket Dink. Finally, “Move That Pickle,” a relay race with two couples at opposite ends of the dance floor, was won by Rick and Kristie McKibben and Robbie and Tammy Shields. Tammy Shields also won the Hula Hoop challenge! When the games ended, awards were given, and smiles were on faces. It was a fun day off the Courts! <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The LA Garden Club met on the 14th of June to discuss future gardening plans. Members in attendance completed a survey on goals for the coming months. A survey was sent out to any member unable to attend. The next gardening meeting will be this coming September. New to Florida? Love gardening, but things here don’t grow the same? Members are always willing to help. There are many experts, novices and beginners all with the same goal; to garden.

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White The National Senior Games will be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, July 7-18, and a swimmer from Lake Ashton will compete. Congratulations and best wishes to Sharon Swanson, who along with teammates Sandy Papineau & Cathy Liska, qualified to participate in Nationals by placing in the top 4 in one or more events at the Florida Senior Games last December. Only Sharon is able to go. She is excited to go to Nationals, and as part of the event she and the other Games' competitors have been invited to attend a Pirates' baseball game. We all wish her success in Pittsburgh! To participate in the State Senior Championships, swimmers must place in the top 5 at a Senior Regional meet. There are a number of regional age group meets around the state during the year in which our club participates. Some swim club members are aiming for one or more regional meets in the Fall, with a goal of qualifying for the 2023 State Senior Games. The Lake Ashton Swim Club offers three swim improvement sessions each week. All are welcome as "workouts" are tailored for the fitness swimmer as well as the competitive swimmer. Many participants do the workout with no thought of competing. Contact Coach Sandy White sandyw1994@aol.com for more info. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting July 6 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 4:30. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl The next meeting will be at July 12 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. We always have a good time sharing our research stories, learning new research strategies, and answering questions. Come join the fun! Call Jane at 815-545-6655 for more information. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers May 16: Dick Dole, Tie: Liz Leigh & Elaine Inman, George Rogers, Lois Dole May 23: Colette McKie, Chris Verges, Mafie Walker, Elaine Inman, George Rogers May 30: Ron McKie, Colette McKie, George Rogers, Elaine Inman, Chris Verges June 6: Marge Kniat, Chris Verges, Jeanine Connors, Colette McKie MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience are sought to join our group that meets on Wednesday afternoons at the HFC from 2 - 4 pm. This group is not on hiatus during the summer! For further information, contact Myrna Soberman at myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. LAKE ASHTON WOODWORKERS , LLC By Chris Hunziker SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for Did you know that the Lake Ashton woodshop is not a community amenity? But, it is a community asset. Often, new residents will say the woodshop was one of the things that really attracted them when they were looking for a home to buy. The member-only supported woodshop here at Lake Ashton is a well-equipped and safe place for members to work, and membership is open to both those who are skilled woodworkers and all (both men and women) who are interested in developing some woodworking skills. Non-members also enjoy the benefit of living in a community where skilled members of the woodshop have often provided a service when they needed something repaired or built, and their subsequent “donations” to the shop have helped to support the continuing existence of the woodshop. Members of the woodshop have also provided service to people who requested knife and scissor sharpening. An outside quilters guild highly praised the quality of that work when it was done for them. At the June board meeting it was suggested that we offer a “Project Of The Month” and in the coming months we hope to have someone at one Monday Coffee hour each month to showcase something built in the woodshop. You will not only have the opportunity to see what has been made but an opportunity to place your order for having one made especially for you. In July, Fred Powell will bring in an energy-efficient (no electricity required) phone amplifiers that he made. In August, Jim Sullivan plans to bring in a “cooling rack” and in September, Chris Hunziker plans to bring in a handy, must-have wooden stool. After that, who knows what ideas might surface? We hope that you will come and see. If you have questions about the woodshop or the monthly projects call Jim Sullivan at 401-954-4918 or Fred Powell 804-746-2447 single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In June, 33 people attended the meeting. The group discussed future lunches, dinners, and other activities. Donations of money may be given, or gifts can be purchased from the list that Susan will distribute for the Christmas in July Senior Orphans outreach. If you choose to purchase a gift, please let Susan know. Susan arranged a dinner at The Crooked Bass. Single Mingle will be held on July 20 in the HFC Craft Room. Volunteers are needed to help set up and clean up. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on July 2. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves There will be no meetings for the months of July and August. Pictured: The LAVA Auxiliary joined LAVA in celebrating Memorial Day by honoring our military at the Lake Ashton Veteran’s Memorial. The LAVA Auxiliary also supported LAVA for their Annual Golf To u r n a m e n t b y providing refreshments for the golfers. The LAVA Auxiliary raised more than $1,000, which will be used to help Veterans. SAVE THE DATE! The Annual Craft Show is October 21 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. At this time, there are a limited number of spaces available. Applications are being accepted for the Craft Show and can be picked up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. God Bless America!

MIND&BODY FINANCIAL BOOT CAMP Next Class: July 24 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “How do I know medical bills will be covered? Medicare?” Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. HORSESHOE PLAYERS Anyone interested in joining others to play horseshoes near the Clubhouse Pavilion should contact John Leale at 540-223-0400. There will be a monthly social gathering that meet for a friendly game and maybe some barbecuing fun. SUMMER SIGN LANGUAGE Relaxed format for beginners — two sessions weekly from until August 31: Tuesdays in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 to 1:45 pm and Thursdays in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley We all love living here in Lake Ashton, we enjoy our free time and the ability to create the life we’ve imagined. We feel good! But, wouldn’t you like to feel great!? Think of your body as a machine. It needs fuel to operate and a little maintenance to ensure that it’s able to run effectively. Food is our fuel, and the quality of the food we eat determines how well our body reacts to our daily activities, as well as the way you look and feel. If you feel tired, or weak, or maybe dealing with brain fog; you may be malnourished. Then there’s the maintenance or fitness aspect of health that focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, balance, and stamina. These aspects of health will gradually decline with age if we don’t incorporate them into our lifestyle. It may seem daunting but it doesn’t take hours in the gym to see and feel the benefits. Start with baby steps. Drink a little more water, incorporate a little more fruits and vegetables. Chose more baked or grilled foods rather than fried. Walk more (even around the house), take deep breaths, try gentle stretching or yoga. Everything has a beginning. So let’s start this journey with an honest evaluation of where we are; then find ways to incorporate new healthier habits that will get us where we want to be. SUMMER LINE DANCING CLASS Instructor: Lorrrie Shearin Class will be held every Thursday at the HFC through September 28. 1 pm Beginner Class: Everyone is welcome, no experience needed. Dances will be easy and fun, dances used at River Ranch will be taught. 2 pm Improver Class: Dances will have tags, restarts, turns, and maybe faster. Some experience may help, but everyone can try and learn new dances that may seem more advanced. Sometimes they are easier than they look. Note: Wear shoes you can dance in! No flip flops or Crocs. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Is Extremely Helpful and Cares About his Clients & their Needs! I give Brad an A+! Kind, available, and a gentleman. Thank you, Brad. Carol VerSchure 12 May 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390

BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr July 8 at 1 pm an apron with you. You can wear your new tie-dye masterpiece to the Woodstock Party on August 18, too! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office by July 14 with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard. Clubhouse Craft Room Rowboat on the Beach $35 (payable at class) Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by noon on July 7. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. CREATE A CARD Join the group on July 18 at 10 am in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski on July 11 at 11:30 am to make your very own unique seasonal décor! Learn how to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for $10. The florals will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! Pam will host a class with each changing season so you can have a seasonal arrangement in your frame for summer, fall, winter and spring. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard by July 6. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN — TIE DYE Make tie dye shirts with Carmen on July 20 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Shirts, dye, and instructions will be included for $15. Accidents happen, so don’t wear your favorite outfit or bring EDUCATIONAL CBD LUNCHEON Lunch and learn about CBD and how to use it in your everyday life on July 6 at 12 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. They will provide insight into the helpfulness and everyday use of CDB while answering any questions. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. FALL RI SK PREVENTION SEMINAR Stop by the HFC for a presentation on the risks of falling and ways to prevent it on July 11 at 1 pm. AMATEUR RADIO L ICENSE CLASS The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association is trying to judge if residents are interested in a Technician licensing class given at Lake Ashton once a week for three weeks, two hours per class (September 5, 12, and 19) at the HFC Poker Room. After completion of the class the Lake Wales Repeater Association has test sessions for all levels of license the first Saturday of the month at the Winter Haven Red Cross building. If you are interested, send your name, phone number and email address to DBishop1867@gmail.com (please respond even if you have already done so). You will be advised if there is sufficient interest to hold a class. We are also offering to assist anyone wishing to upgrade to a General Class license, on a one on one basis, so if you would like this type of assistance please let us know and we will get you together with an Elmer (Ham Tutor) who is willing to assist you by emailing a note to the above address. We may also do that for people wishing to get a Technician license if there are not enough people interested to hold a full class.

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TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter June 2023 Storm Season Begins June 1 Be prepared for severe weather DON'T MISS THE Hurricane Preparedness PRESENTATION june 5 at monday coffee Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NO CANCELLATION FEES ON-SITE OFFICE HOME WARRANTY FOR YOUR NEW BUYER 5 TOTAL COMMISSION% YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD EXPERTS! CALL US FOR A FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 863.318.9542 4140 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 www.LakeAshtonRealty.com Lori R, Lori T, Terri & Sarah NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES July Issue Deadline: June 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO BY DENNIS KRUPINSKI Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center JUNE 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. JUNE 5 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: Hurricane Preparedness with Polk County Fire Rescue • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance and ComForCare JUNE 12 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: City of Winter Haven Updates • Featured Vendors: Tessier Law Firm JUNE 19 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING JUNE 26 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non Perishable Food Donations for Lake Wales Care Center Can be Dropped Off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: Center for Great Apes • Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid and Waters Edge LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Follow the links to find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and more. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 26 CLUBS 28 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, June 19 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, June 23 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily Thank you for the expressions of sympathy at the passing of my husband Bodo Langusch. My daughter and I were very touched by the many cards and prayers we received from friends and neighbors. It is truly a blessing to live in Lake Ashton. Thank you - Sigrid and Stephanie Langusch SEASONAL RESIDENTS AND SUMMER TRAVELERS If you will be away for the summer, stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to sign up and purchase a summer subscription of the LA Times. The newsletter is also published electronically and sent via email blast. There is also a Summer Checklist on the Clubhouse Information Wall to assist in making sure everything is taken care of before departure. 6 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: June 14 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE June 14 & 28, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot RESIDENT VETERANS HONORED Randy Bergstrom, Don Fuller, Lee Holman, and Jim Huven, along with their guardians, were recent passengers on the Flight to Honor. This special flight is an opportunity to honor and thank the Americans who secured our freedom by bringing them to the nation’s capital to see the memorials that commemorate their service. This flight is free for all Veterans and is supported by donations made by community partners, including the Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA). Some of the residents that were on the flight, along with their guardians, can be seen above at a recent Monday Coffee, leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you for your service and all you sacrificed for our country.

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191 brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193 dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am June 26 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 10 to 11 am June 5, 12 & 26 in the Clubhouse Ballroom after Monday Coffee By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director June 21 is the first day of Summer and the longest day of the year; take advantage of it! Don't let the sun and rain intimidate you — there are plenty of fun things to do inside, and outdoor activities can also be enjoyed safely. There are multiple umbrellas at the Outdoor Pool, Pet Play Park, and Bocce Ball Courts, and the Shuffleboard Courts have benches covered by a roof for shelter from the heat and rain. Remember to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated when enjoying outdoor activities. LA(LW)CDD Supervisors met May 15. A wrap-up report of actions taken was sent out on May 17. Please send an email to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like a copy. Supervisors approved an extensive refurbishment of the Outdoor Pool and Spa. This will take place in July, due to contractor scheduling. Stay tuned to electronic media for more information on this project, including closure information. Discussions regarding the LA(LW)CDD Fiscal Year 2024 budget (October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024) are ongoing. The hearing to adopt the budget is set to occur on August 21, 2023 during the regularly scheduled monthly Board of Supervisors (BOS) Meeting. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for agenda packets, the proposed FY 2024 budget, approved meeting minutes, seasonal checklists, storm tips, and other district documents. Hurricane season officially begins on June 1 and supervisors, staff and the Lake Ashton Public Safety organizations are here to ensure residents are as safe and prepared as possible during this time of year. Residents should rest assured that the CDD Public Safety team, Neighborhood Watch, C.E.R.T, CAP and onsite security staff all work together to ensure resident safety at all times, including during weather emergencies. Now is a great time to ensure you are signed up to receive email blasts from the Clubhouse and HFC. Public safety announcements, scheduled events and important meetings are sent via email blast. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com, use the QR codes on page 4, or stop by either Activities Desk for a form to sign up. 8 9

LAIICDD NEWS By James Margeson, LA II (WH) CDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary, Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com Welcome to all our new Activities and Front Desk volunteers! I look forward to working with each of you. Hopefully, with more resident involvement coming up with new Ideas for events, more of our neighbors will participate in HFC activities. We will also be working with Christine and her Staff on Camp Lake Ashton, in August of 2023, along with other events at the HFC and the Clubhouse. Congratulations to Karen VanKirk on her promotion to Maintenance Supervisor, and a warm welcome back to Chuck Yeager as Maintenance Assistant, to the HFC Team. I have worked with both Karen and Chuck and am sure they will do a great job as they are very knowledgeable and capable of keeping the HFC in tip-top shape. Speaking of which, we have replaced some equipment in the HFC Gym, installing one new treadmill, and two new ellipticals. Staff has also re-grouted the HFC showers. We wish all our Snowbirds safe travels, and look forward to their return. Whether traveling or remaining here in Lake Ashton, a safe, healthy and happy summer to all! 10 11

JOINT AMENITIES POLICY Each month an excerpt from the newly adopted Joint Amenities Policy is featured in the LA Times. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com to view the full document. Contact LACDD Community Director Christine Wells or LAIICDD Community Director James Margeson with any questions. xxii. SWIMMING POOLS 1. The Swimming pool is open for free swim unless restricted due to the scheduling of swim lessons and aquatic/recreational programs approved by the Amenity Manager. 2. There is no lifeguard on duty. Patrons and Guests swim at their own risk and must adhere to swimming pool rules at all times. 3. All Patrons must present proper identification or Guest Passes when requested by Staff. As a rule, a Resident may allow up to four (4) Guests to the swimming pool areas. 4. Use of the swimming pools is permitted only during designated hours. 5. Pool and spa availability may be limited or rotated in order to facilitate maintenance of the facility and to maintain health code regulations. 6. Any person swimming during non-posted swimming hours will be subject to suspension and termination policy. 7. Guests under eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times 8. Proper swim attire (no cutoffs) must be worn in the pool. 9. Children under three (3) years of age, and those who are not reliably toilet trained, must wear rubber-lined swim diapers, as well as a swimsuit over the swim diaper, to reduce the health risks associated with human waste in the swimming pool/deck area. 10. Adults with bladder control issues or incontinence must wear appropriate waterproof attire. 11. The changing of diapers or clothes is not allowed poolside. 12. Showers are required before entering the pool. 13. No one shall pollute the pool. Anyone who pollutes the pool is liable for any costs incurred in treating and reopening the pool. 12 14. Loud, profane, or abusive language is absolutely prohibited; no physical or verbal abuse will be tolerated. 15. Diving is prohibited; no diving, jumping, pushing, running, throwing any item or other horseplay is allowed in the pool or on the pool deck area. 16. No pets (except service animals), bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, scooters and golf carts are permitted on the pool deck area. 17. Personal audio devices and televisions are not permitted unless they are equipped with headphones and utilized or for scheduled activities. 18. Play equipment, such as floats, rafts, snorkels, flotation devices and other recreational items must meet with Staff approval. Radio controlled water craft are not allowed at any time in the pool area. The facility reserves the right to discontinue usage of such play equipment during times of peak or scheduled activity at the pool, or if the equipment causes a safety concern. 19. Pool entrances must be kept clear at all times. 20. No swinging on ladders, fences, or railings is allowed. 21. Pool furniture is not to be removed from the pool area. 22. No food or drink is allowed within the area of the wet pool deck (which is defined as the area within four (4) feet of the pool). 23. Food and drinks are permitted outside the wet pool deck area. Glass containers are prohibited. Food and non-alcoholic beverages may be brought to the pool area for personal use. 24. No chewing gum is permitted in the pool or spa or on the surrounding deck areas. 25. The Districts are not responsible for lost or stolen items. 26. Chemicals used in the pool/spa may affect certain hair or fabric colors. The Districts are not responsible for these effects. 27. Individuals with open sores should not use the pool. 28. If the lightning alarm sounds, all Patrons must evacuate the pool immediately. 29. Patrons must comply with posted signage in addition to the rules listed above. ROOM RESERVATIONS Recurring group reservation renewals for 2024 will not take place until October 2023. To ensure this process runs smoothly when the time comes, please email contact information for the current facilitator including name, activity name, phone number, and email address to smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com. If your club, group, or organization has elected officers, please include the names of all officers. Any questions, please contact Sheila at the Club Office. GOOD NEIGHBOR INITIATIVE Lake Ashton Residents are always commenting on how wonderful it is to live in Lake Ashton because of the people that live here. Staff could not agree more! Recently residents may have noticed a bulletin board in the Clubhouse Foyer a question posted on it: ”What is a Good Neighbor?". We received over 20 answers to this question. In an effort to highlight some of the exceptional residents in Lake Ashton, staff would like to encourage residents to complete the forms located in the Foyer each time they notice a resident doing something neighborly. They may have brought a newsletter to someone that can't get out of their house, cooked a meal for someone having health issues, helped another during the loss of a loved one, helped a neighbor while they were away, or just exemplify what being "Simply the Best" means to you. Each month staff will choose a "Good Neighbor" and they will receive a gift and will be highlighted in the newsletter. Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) 13 DOGS AT THE AMENITY FACI L ITIES Per the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy, dogs and all other pets (with the exception of service dogs as defined by the ADA) are not permitted at the Amenity Facilities. This includes the Restaurant Patio and other outdoor amenities. If you are planning on coming to the Clubhouse or HFC for any reason please keep this policy in mind. If a service dog is in the Clubhouse or Health and Fitness Center (HFC) without a vest on, Security or Staff will assume it is a pet and will inform you of this policy, so please be patient as they are simply following protocol. The Amenity Policy also states that patrons are responsible for picking up after all pets and disposing of any waste in a designated pet waste receptacle or an outdoor trash bin as a courtesy to residents. Please keep this in mind when walking your dog around the amenities. 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L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Common Nighthawk is a familiar bird in the summer skies of Lake Ashton as it flies about erratically chasing bugs and dragonflies mainly at dawn and dusk. This bird is a member of the Goatsucker or Nightjar family. It has a large mouth and flies with it wide open ingesting insects in flight. It is a mottled brown and the long pointed wings each sport a white wing bar prominent in flight. It calls attention to itself with its repeated nasal utterances "Peent, Peent." During the aerial courtship display the male's wings make a hollow booming sound as the bird plummets quickly to within a few feet of the ground. The sound is created by the air rushing through the primary flight feathers. Nighthawks are easily overlooked during the day as they perch cryptically on tree branches resembling a bump in the bark more than a bird. WAYS TO PROTECT LA PONDS THIS SUMMER Why does my pond smell? Why is our pond green and scummy looking? Almost certainly, that is algae you see. Algae blooms when water nutrients are in excess and the weather is warm and sunny. An algae bloom is the result of an excessive growth of algae. Is algae bad for the pond? A significant number of living things in the pond use algae for nourishment. Even though algae are part of the environment and do assist breaking down the nutrients in the pond, excessive amounts of algae can lead to a variety of difficulties. Sunlight is essential for the development 14 of plants. When algae grows to cover the surface of the pond, it cuts down on the quantity of light that can reach the plants that are submerged in the water or that are growing on the bottom of the pond. The sustainability of the habitat may suffer as a result of this, as it may impede the growth of a great number of native plants. Please contact Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions or concerns regarding CDD ponds. LA II (WH ) HOA The short-term rental amendment was signed and filed with the county on April 23, 2023, and is now the 7th amendment to the CC&Rs. Stambaugh mailed a copy to all homeowners the first week of May so you should have your copy. If you have not completed your age verification paperwork, please do not hesitate. It is very important that we have this information on file to maintain our status as a 55+ community. We appreciate those who have filed and encourage those that haven’t to do so. Your Lake Ashton II Homeowners Association Board members are: • Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Gary Johnson, Secretary, secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA ( LW) ARC By Greg Bluemke The ARC committee has had a great response with the ARC Tracker computer program that has been in place since the first of August this past year. During this time, we as a committee have helped numerous homeowners that have needed help getting logged into the program, and many more have commented that it is very easy to navigate through the program. The questions that are being asked have helped the homeowners understand exactly what is being asked of them. (continued on p. 16) > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 1-year 18-month 5.05 5.10 5.15 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 15 % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 05/12/2023. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

(continued from p. 14) The ARC Reps who look at the request understand exactly what a homeowner wants, if there is a question the rep can make a call or stop by. Once the rep is satisfied, they then cast their vote. Once the Committee is satisfied with the request the ARC Chair may then cast the approval vote. After the approval vote is cast the homeowner may proceed within 48 hours to start the project. The formal meeting that has been called in the past doesn’t have to be called on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month and only called if a request is being denied. LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Nancy Baker HOME RECONSTRUCTION Lake Ashton has had two homes destroyed by fire in the last several months. The HOA and ARC are actively working with the owners to reconstruct both homes. Fire is a very destructive element and the process of structural analysis to determine needed work to reconstruct the homes safely is very important and time consuming. Once all of the analysis is completed and all insurance issues are settled, the process of permitting begins. The current owners of both homes have committed to rebuilding these homes and you will be seeing construction activity on both properties in the next few weeks. Both projects are being treated as new construction sites with dumpsters, temporary storage and portable toilets allowed until the homes are weathered in. Please recognize that one of the homes was occupied by renters when the fires occurred. Fire safety is important for all and especially when you are renting your home to folks that may not be familiar with some of our specific hazards. If you rent your home, please review your insurance policy and your renter’s policy for completeness. MANAGEMENT COMPANY The HOA has given our current management company notice of contract termination as of June 30. 2023. We are returning to a self-managed community except for utilizing a professional accounting firm to manage the day to day financials. The new system has three components: data (property & owner) management, member engagement and financial management. We are working towards a smooth transition of data management and financial components by June 30. Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis Tampa Verbena is an endangered short-lived perennial that lasts about three years. Though found mostly on the West Coast of Florida, Bok Tower is a great place to view these showy flowers. The flowers are clustered with a deep pink to lavender color. This variety can grow to two feet and spread about three to four feet. Plant in masses for a more dramatic effect. These flowers can be planted anytime between February and December. You’ll get a wonderful show in Spring through Summer. Remember to plant in full sun. As with most native plants, these flowers are maintenance-free once established. They tolerate sandy soil and dry conditions and are almost pest and disease free if not overwatered. You’ll be rewarded with beneficial visitors of butterflies, hummingbirds and bees. Make sure to ask the nursery or big box stores about buying a native species. There are many varieties of verbenas non-natives. Once the first portion has been fully implemented, we will begin to roll out the member engagement elements. More to come. COMPLIANCE The compliance committee is in the process of implementing new software to easily record issues that residents may have with non-compliance. The team is here to help our residents resolve any issues. You also may see someone who looks familiar recording potential or current violations as we transition this tasking back to volunteers from the management company. • President Tom Hevel, president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller, vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President 2 Debbie Holmes, vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Nancy Baker, treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tim Doyle, secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Bob Prowant, manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Greg Bluemke, arc.lakeashtonhoa.org 16

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ANNOUNCEMENT - HELP WANTED! By Fay Wood, NW Chief As you may know Neighborhood Watch has been working with Law Enforcement, Community & City Leaders and State experts in expanding the group, further ensuring total community effectiveness and efficiencies, that will continue to make our NW community the best it can be. We have reorganized neighborhood areas, restructured the NW Organizational chart, and enlisted new Deputies to the team. We are very excited to announce the addition of resident Brenda Jackson to the position of Public Relations Liaison for NW. Brenda’s background and skillset fits nicely into the growing community needs and expanding Team. Please welcome Brenda along the way. Lake Ashton has 11 NW neighborhoods and we have been successful finding Deputies for 10 of the areas. Our dedicated Deputies are (in alphabetical order): Nancy Baker, Carolyn Bishop, Donna Debnar, Joan Enslen, Shari Gleber, David Harrison, Harold Jackson, Diane Mavuaro, Vaughn Platt, John Sebastian Please join us in welcoming and thanking all members for their time and efforts! We need one final Deputy to cover Pebble Beach (West side of the HFC) and Pinehurst Loop. If you live in this area and are interested in hearing more on what a Deputy (and Block Captains do) or how you can become involved, please contact Joan DiBattista, Deputy Chief, at 239-851-7899. Come join your total communities premier program. Caring residents and other stakeholders made Neighborhood Watch a Premier Program throughout Polk County and Florida. Thanks to all for your teamwork and support over the years. Together we will keep NW on top! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 18 AUTHORIZED DEALER DISASTER PREPAREDNES S TAX EXEMPT HOL IDAY A 14-day sales tax holiday runs through June 9 for disaster preparedness supplies. Some examples of tax-free items include: flashlights and lanterns costing $40 or less; reusable ice costing $20 or less; radios costing $50 or less; tarps and ground anchors or tie down kits costing $100 or less; coolers and portable power banks costing $60 or less; batteries and fuel tanks costing $50 or less; smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detectors costing $70 or less; and generators costing $3,000 or less. The holiday also includes a number of items related to the safe evacuation of household pets. Common household consumable items that may helpful with disaster cleanup are also included. For example, laundry detergent, toilet paper and paper towels, soap, sunscreen, and various household cleaning products with a sales price of $30 or less. Visit the Department of Revenue website for a full list. C RT CERTainly Safe FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Home Safety Tips from Your Lake Ashton Community Emergency Response Team Do you have a fire extinguisher in your home? What about in your car or on your golf cart? Okay, maybe you don’t have to have one everywhere but it is recommended you have these in your home. The National Fire Safety Protection Association recommends you have a 2.5 pound ABC type extinguisher for small fires of common combustibles, flammable liquids/gases plus energized electrical equipment. They suggest a K type for kitchen cooking oils and fats too. Amazon and home supply stores have both general ABC and kitchen K extinguishers. Keep your extinguisher(s) within easy reach along evacuation routes from areas where fires are most likely. If you ever have to use your extinguisher, follow the PASS procedure: P = Pull the pin. A = Aim at the fire’s base. S = Squeeze the trigger. S = Sweep the extinguisher material back & forth to put out the fire. 19

MOVI ES JUNE 13 — 15 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM AIR ADDITIONAL CLOSED CAPTIONING SCREENINGS HAVE BEEN ADDED! NOW, ALL MOVIE SHOWINGS ON TUESDAY, AND THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 JUNE 1 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM CREED III 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 56MIN Boxing pro Adonis Creed is at the top of his game. But when his childhood friend and former boxing prodigy Damian Anderson resurfaces after years behind bars, Creed must step into the ring again to fight a man bent on claiming the life he was denied. JUNE 6 — 8 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 80 FOR BRADY 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 38MIN Four lifelong friends (Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Sally Field, and Rita Moreno) set out on an unforgettable journey to see their hero Tom Brady play in Super Bowl LI and witness one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, discovering that it's never too late to live life to the fullest. 2023 | R | 1H 52MIN From award-winning director Ben Affleck, AIR reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a thenrookie Michael Jordan and Nike's fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand. This moving story follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team wi th everything on the l ine, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time. JUNE 20 — 22 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE PALE BLUE EYE 2022 | R | 2H 10MIN A world-weary detective (Christian Bale) is hired to investigate the murder of a West Point cadet in 1830. Stymied by the cadets' code of silence, he enlists one of their own to help unravel the case - a young man the world would come to know as Edgar Allan Poe (Henry Telling). JUNE 27 — 29 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM SHE SAID 2022 | R | 2H 9MIN Two-time Academy Award® nominee Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan star as New York Times reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor, who together broke one of the most important stories in a generation — a story that helped propel the #Metoo movement, shattered decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault in Hollywood and altered American culture forever. 20 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. JUNE 2 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM STILL: A MICHAEL J. FOX MOVIE 2023 | R | 1H 25MIN Incorporating documentary, archival and scripted elements, this movie recounts Fox's extraordinary story in his own words — the improbable tale of an undersized kid from a Canadian army base who rose to the heights of stardom in 1980s Hollywood. The account of Fox's public life, full of nostalgic thrills and cinematic gloss, will unspool alongside his never-before-seen private journey, including the years that followed his diagnosis, at 29, with Parkinson's disease. Intimate and honest, and produced with unprecedented access to Fox and his family, the film will chronicle Fox's personal and professional triumphs and travails, and will explore what happens when an incurable optimist confronts an incurable disease. With a mix of adventure and romance, comedy and drama, watching the film feels like a Michael J. Fox movie. JUNE 9 — NO MOVIE JUNE 16 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM KODACHROME 2014 | R | 2H 14MIN Matt (Jason Sudeikis), a struggling executive, finds his world turned upside down when his estranged father's nurse shows up unexpectedly in his office. Matt's father (Ed Harris), a famed bad-boy photojournalist, is facing terminal cancer and his dying wish is for Matt to join him on a road trip from New York to Kansas to process his last rolls of Kodachrome film before the sole remaining lab closes and those captured moments are gone forever. JUNE 23 11 AM & 3 PM GEORGE STEVENS: A FILMMAKER'S JOURNEY 1985 | NR | 1H 51MIN In this retrospective about maverick director George Stevens, Stevens' son George Jr. assembles a cast of actors, directors and producers to reminisce about his father's remarkable career as a filmmaker. The film has interviews with, among others, Frank Capra, John Huston, Alan J. Pakula and Fred Astaire, and features previously unreleased footage of Stevens' cinematic efforts during World War II; found only after his death, this footage is the only full-color film ever shot during the war. JUNE 30 - FAMILY MOVIE DAY! 11 AM - PETER PAN & WENDY 2023 | PG | 1 HR 46 MIN A young girl defies her parents’ wishes and travels with her two younger brothers to the magical Neverland where she meets a boy who refuses to grow up, a tiny fairy and an evil pirate captain. They find themselves on a thrilling and dangerous adventure far, far away from their family and the comforts of home. 3 PM - MATILDA: THE MUSICAL 2022 | PG | 1H 57MIN An extraordinary girl with a sharp mind and vivid imagination takes a daring stand to change her story -with miraculous results. 7 PM - ANT MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA 2023 | PG-13 | 2H 5MIN Shortly after learning that his daughter, Cassie, is in jail, Scott Lang gets sucked into the Quantum Realm along with Hope Van Dyne and Hope's parents. Soon, they become separated in a minuscule dimension filled with strange creatures.

EVENTS TRIVIA By David Fix Since starting, more than 2,000 have accepted the challenge and played Sunday Night Trivia in the Clubhouse Ballroom. More than $2,000 has been paid out to the winning teams at Sunday Night Trivia! Those who attend have a great time and look forward to the next week so they can join the fun and play again! Why don’t you accept the challenge and join us? You might go home with some cash in your pocket! It’s just $1 to play and we will be there every Sunday Night in June starting promptly at 7 pm. BYOB BYOSnacks. Come early, grab a table and join the fun! SUMMER NIGHTS PARTY A Summer Nights Party will be held at the HFC on June 9 from 6 to 9 pm. DJ Wayne will provide the music. Cost is $10 to reserve a table and $10 for admission. Purchase at the HFC Activities Desk. BYOB. KA R A O K E IN THE CLUBHOUSE WITH DJ WAYNE TICKETS: $5 PURCHASE AT T H E C L U B HOU S E AC T I V I T I E S D E S K BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS & SNACKS! Cap’n Seb Sparrow says ye’ll be walkin’ the plank if you miss the Pirate Party! Ju ne 23 7 pm Club h o use Ballroom JUNE 14 6 - 9 PM 22 Tickets: $20 at the Clubhouse Activities Office with check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard Wear your best pirate garb, pillage, plunder, & dance the night away to live music from 99 in the Shade. LA ROCKERS FUNDRAISER JULY 4 AT 4 PM AT THE CLUBHOUSE Support the group that hides rocks, welcomes new neighbors with their own rock, and performs service projects. Did you know … we buy our own supplies, including purchasing rocks, paints, and sealers? Some rocks can take up to 10 hours to complete! Choose from a huge selection of rocks plus silent auction and raffle rocks! Cash Donations Only Please! VOLUNTEER MURDER MYSTERY WRAP UP What a great time at the Murder Mystery event! The evening was filled with smiles and laughter as everyone worked together to deduce whodunnit. Congratulations to the Moonshiners for cracking the case! We want to again thank all the wonderful Lake Ashton Volunteers who are truly the heartbeat of the community. 23

New bus trips for the remainder of the year have been released. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check. All trips include roundtrip transportation, tax, and driver gratuity. Lake Ashton BusTrips CAMP LAKE ASHTON Camp Counselors are gearing up for our annual Camp Lake Ashton! Be sure to keep an eye out for the summer camp fun that the Clubhouse and HFC will be featuring during the month of August this year. You won't want to miss it! HAUNTING II ON THE LAKE By Terri McDuff LAPAC is very excited to announce this years’ Halloween Fundraiser event, Haunting II On the Lake on October 28. This event will again be one of our best as it is featuring a Haunted House Maze inside of the Lake Ashton Clubhouse Ballroom! Yes, we have had a haunted house previously but nothing like the one we will have this year. Tickets will go on sale in early October: $15 for adults and $10 for children. The event will run from 4 to 9 pm with limited timeslots every half hour, allowing groups of no more than 35 people per time slot to move through the Ballroom safely while experiencing a little fear and adrenaline as well as getting tricked or given treats. We will also have a time slot dedicated specifically for those needing special accommodations. Be prepared to expect the unexpected to happen! Join in the fun by dressing up in your own costume as well! To prepare for the event, we are looking for volunteers to help with set design, tech support, acting, dancing, costumes, etc. Anyone interested, please contact Terri McDuff at 916-201-7745. 2023 CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE By Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton During the upcoming sunny hot summer nights think about sleigh bells and the fabulous annual resident-sponsored Lake Ashton Christmas Dinner Dance coming on Friday, December 1, 2023. It may seem a bit early but this event sells out quickly and will be here before you know it. The Christmas Dinner Dance will be in the beautifully decorated Clubhouse Ballroom. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there. There will be live music, delicious food, time with new friends and old along with lots of fun! Additional information to come so keep an eye on future issues of the LA Times. In the meantime, enjoy a wonderful summer. If you have any questions, contact us. If you are not going to be here when tickets go on sale, please contact Debby. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE August 18 — Woodstock Party feat. Paisley Craze August 31 — Camp LA Jamboree Block Party September 28 —- Oktoberfest November 29 — Home Improvement Expo 24 25

GOLF LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt We are back playing golf at 9 am! The new officers were announced at the closing luncheon in April. Here is your current Board: Janet Mutz, President; Denise LaCaprucia, Vice President; MaryLou Jameson, Treasurer; and Marti Schmidt, Secretary. If you did not attend Closing Day, see Janet for your closing gifts. We will once again be collecting for Senior Orphans before play on June 6th and 13th. Watch your email for a list of items we will be collecting. TIP: Mark Your Ball: when your ball is on the green, get in the habit of marking it and picking it up. If you and others are on the green and putting, ask the other players to mark their ball/s. If you are on the green putting, and accidentally hit their ball, YOU will get the 2-stroke penalty. Ouch. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Denise at denisepops23@aol.com for more info! LALGA By Jackie Tressler The LALGA is enjoying the start of the summer season. We look forward to our June 16 sponsored event of Martinis, Mulligans, and Munchies! The event features nine holes of golf plus paired martinis and munchies afterwards in the Eagle's Nest. Any Lake Ashton Golf member may sign up. Due to space at the Nest the event is limited to the first 20 foursomes to sign up. Hopefully, no hurricane will be hovering this year! On July 10 and 11 the LALGA will hold a summer tournament with theme of The Tropics … fitting for July weather at Lake Ashton. Stay tuned for more details. And finally, a big thank you to Mary Lou Wheat and Lydia Fichtman for their past service to the LALGA Board in their roles as Tournament Chair and Publicity Chair respectively. Mary Lou is passing her duties to Jan Baun and a member to fill the duties for Publicity Chair is still sought. Please let a board member know if you are interested. Next month we will announce our Red Hoagland winners! Stay cool and hit ‘em straight! 28 LAMGA By David Kubissa The month of May routinely kick starts a summertime exodus of golfers, but the numbers held up well in the first two weeks of LAMGA play with 72 players teeing off in a two-man best ball on May 3 that included a Mexican-style lunch themed around Cinco De Mayo. The following week, 52 players competed in a Beat the Board game. For those sticking around this summer, board President Rolly Geyer told those at the May 3 lunch that more special events were on the agenda through September, with some including a lunch or breakfast. LAMGA members can stay up to date on these upcoming events by accessing a newly remodeled LAMGA web page on LakeAshtonLiving.com that can be found under Community, then Golf, and LAMGA. The site now displays an updated list of directors and their emails along with other useful information, such as how new members can join, a quarterly list of the weekly games, the local rules sheet and a list of LAMGA business and services sponsors. Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge: The monthly standings still have the same golfers holding down the top two spots with a couple of new names inching on to the leader board: 1st, Darrell Reid, $101.10; 2nd, John Milsom, $87.25; 3rd, Pat O’Neil, $77; tied for 4th, Rick Simonetti and Rolly Geyer $77.50. Sponsor spotlight — dental practices that supported LAMGA this year: Boyett Family Dentistry; Forni Dental; George W. Butz III, DDS; Heartland Dental; Pure Dental Brands – Paul Palo, DDS. Thanks to sponsors like these for generously contributing to LAMGA. Keep these professionals in mind when shopping for services. You can find a full list on the LAMGA web page by clicking on “LAMGA Sponsors.” Pictured right: On May 10, LAMGA directors Tim Wayt, Dan Baun, Rolly Geyer and Jacques Fleischmann took on a field of 12 teams in a game of two best nets.

CLUBS In Memoriam August. The meetings will resume in September. However, there will be a meeting on June 14 at 10 am in the Pavilion. All meetings will be the second Wednesday of the month until next January. The plant sale was such a success. It’s time to discuss plans for the use of funds generated by the sale. Input from members old and new would be greatly appreciated. SENIOR BILLIARDS LEAGUE By Wayne Creek Congratulations to these first The Wednesday night card group is donating three books to the Clubhouse library as well as the HFC library. Hoyles Encyclopedia of Card Games, The Essentials of Hand and Foot, and Bridge for Beginners are being donated in memory of Mary Lois Teyssier. Mary Lois was a mainstay of this card group. She was a truly wonderful woman, with a very dry, subtle sense of humor, who loved to play cards. She will be missed. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club was fortunate to host Gene, the barefoot gardener, at the recent May meeting. Members and guests were taught what is the best potting material and care for different varieties of orchids. Gene provided opportunities for hands-on learning. The biggest lesson given was to not “baby” orchids. The club is fortunate to have Gene available as a tremendous resource. The “good for the order” news was presented. The Garden Club will not hold meetings in July or 28 place winners! The 2023 year s t a r t ed wi t h Senior League Billiard Players from the area, organized by Paul Guay of Lake Ashton, forming nine teams with five players on each team. Players were from Sebring, Lake Bonette, Lake Ashton, Swiss Village and Winter Haven. The teams were scheduled to play each Tuesday at different locations during January, February, and March, and to keep score of their billiard games. The final score was to see the Lake Ashton Team #2 become the First Place Winners of the 2023 Senior League Billiard Tournament, winning $680 for the team. The winning team consisted of Captain Wayne Creek, John Sebastian, Skip Berry, Myron Suniega and Colin Campbell. Congratulations, Team! Is your group going on hiatus for the summer? Contact Sheila: smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com, 863-324-5457. The following groups have notified the Clubhouse Activities Office that they are now on summer hiatus: Prowant Bible Study, Ladies Bunco, Bunco, Camera Club, LACAC, Country Line Dancing, Tap Jammers, LA Men's Golf Association, Euchre, American Sign Language, Black Heritage Club, Creative Quilters, Sunday Golf Group, Card Making For All. A+ REALTY LLC Thinking o Selling Your Homef Why pay a 6% listing commission when you can use A+ Realty and list for only 2.9%? Get MORE, pay LESS! Compare before you list! Trust your neighbor with your home. All A* Realty Realtors are Lake Ashton Residents! A+ Realty LLC is a full service real estate company that belongs to East Polk County Association of Realtors, Stellar MLS, Florida Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Your home will receive MAXIMUM MLS and internet exposure! Michael R. Krigelski Cell: 863-651-7272 Home: 863-326-5674 www.krigelski.com YOUR neighborhood TEAM! Vickie Howell Cell: 407-931-6545 Anita Piasecki Cell: 734-915-6311 Ron Schwartz Cell: 239-405-1282 Town & Country Real Estate, DBA A+ Realty LLC | 277 Magnolia Avenue SW | Winter Haven, FL 33880 | Frank Vaughn, Broker 29 ?

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting June 1 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 4:30. A representative from the Rainbow Ridge Democratic LGBTA Caucus will be speaking about the recent state legislation affecting the LGBTQ community. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Gary Johnson, President The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet Wednesday, June 28 at the Clubhouse. Check-in and social time starts at 3:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 4:00 p.m. The guest speaker is Winter Haven Mayor Bradley T. Dantzler. Members and their guests are welcome. Contact Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699, sandelly7@gmail.com, for more information. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White As some of our community swimmers know there has been organized senior age group swimming competition in the USA since at least 1970. There are three main senior swim programs and all have regional meets, state championships, and nationals. They are: Senior Games, US Masters Swimming, & YMCA (which is affiliated with Masters Swimming). The LA Swim Club participates in the Florida Senior Games which is affiliated with the National Senior Games. Florida has 21 regional senior games around the state and Lake Ashton swimmers have participated in meets at Polk Co, Lee Co, Gainesville and Sanford. We have also had swimmers qualify for the state championships (held each December) by placing in the top 5, in an age group event, at a regional meet. This year we also have a swimmer who will be swimming in the Senior Nationals in Pittsburgh in July. 30 Our LA Swim Club offers 3 organized workouts each week for both fitness swimmers and for those who wish to use the Senior Games meets as a way to motivate themselves to keep fit. To get involved just show up at the HFC pool on Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, or Saturdays at 10 am, or contact coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com. Participants must be able to swim 2 lengths of the indoor pool. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers We are having fun with new players and new winners every week. March 14: Marge Kniat, Dee Mayne, John Sammons, George Rogers, Pat Sammons. March 21: Dick Dole, Dee Mayne, Liz Leigh, John Sammons, Pat Sammons. March 28: Dick Dole, Lois Dole, Jeannine Connors, Char Walter, Ann Wilkinson. April 4: Lois Dole, Pauline Pare, Chip Inman, Jeff Wilkinson, Chris Verges. April 11: Nancy Golding, Jeff Wilkinson, Chris Verges. April 18: Howard Mayne, Lois Dole, Dick Dole, John Sammons. April 25: Lois Dole, George Rogers, Chris Verges, Pat Sammons, Elaine Inman. May 2: Elaine Inman, Marge Kniat, Howard Mayne (tie), George Rogers (tie), Lois Dole. May 9: Colette McKie, Dick Dole, Marge Kniat, Chris Verges, George Rogers. New players are always welcome to join our friendly and talkative group! Contact George Rogers 419-708-3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com if you wish to play. MAH JONGG Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience are sought to join our group that meets on Wednesday afternoons at the HFC from 2 - 4 pm. This group is not on hiatus during the summer! For further information, please contact Myrna Soberman at myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. BOLLA By Linda Warden TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 BOLLA is giving a BIG shout out to the Lake Ashton Quilters led by Marsha Martin. This group of dedicated ladies first made a beautiful quilt and raffled it. The money raised they used to buy fabric and made beautiful blanket tops for BOLLA to finish and give out to children in crisis in Polk County. They have been working one Saturday a month for this past year and have made approximately 7 0 0 b l a n k e t t o p s f o r BOLLA. All of the ladies of BOLLA appreciate their hard and talented work. THANK YOU! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 31 www.jimsfloordepot.com

LA TRAVELERS By Laurie Clayton The Lake Ashton Travelers have had a busy Spring. In March they met in Perry Georgia at the FMCA Rally with others who came from around the country for the annual meeting. They put together three baskets to represent Florida which were auctioned off to raise money for homeless veterans. Along with baskets from other chapters, over $7,500 was raised. In April they traveled down to Marathon Key and stayed at the Jolly Roger RV Resort. Adventures included a visit to the Theater of the Sea where the animals were entertaining and dinner at the Island Fish Company. In May they visited Canopy Oaks for a new adventure! They would love to have any other Lake Ashton residents who enjoy “camping” to join with your rig and become a member of the LA Travelers. Contact Maureen Sim at 863-604-0309 with any questions.. LA PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By Lisa Savala Pickleball “Open Play” is Monday - Friday 8 to 11 am for ALL players, not just LAPA members. When all courts are being utilized and at least 5 people are waiting to play, please use the “bucket” paddle system, which allows players to mix up players. When players come off of the court the “Winners” put their paddles in the back of the “W” bucket (behind the other paddles) and the “Losers - or 2nd place winners” put their paddles in the back of the “L” bucket (behind the other paddles). The clip should be moved to the other bucket once 4 paddles are removed from the front of the “W or L” bucket so that the next time four players come off of a court, 4 paddles are removed from the front of that bucket. As a courtesy, new players just arriving will put their paddle into the front of the bucket with the clip, so they will be the first to play once a court opens up again. LAPA had a Pickleball Mixer celebrating TAX DAY on April 15, with 32 members that came out to play and many others who came to help and support the players! Men’s first place winners were Earl Schley and Brian Schupp, second place John Savala and Bill Reibl. Women’s first place winners were Deb Louder and Cathy Liska, second place Terresa Caesar and Christy Negrin. Members should check their email for the next Pickleball event coming soon! 32 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Kirwan is Awesome! We cannot give enough credit to Brad for assisting us in selling our home at Lake Ashton. Brad went above and beyond as a Realtor! He helped us locate and coordinate professionals to help us do some necessary repairs that were needed. Brad also helped us navigate a tricky closing that required a lot of patience! We would definitely use Brad again and would recommend him to anybody that is in need of a Realtor. David & Michelle Law 16 April 2023 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 33

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg LA Rockers will be spending the month of June painting rocks for our July 4th Fundraiser to be held in conjunction with the Independence Day Celebration at the Clubhouse. See page 23 for details on the sale. The administrators of LA Rockers want to wish all of our snowbirds a wonderful summer. We look forward to being together again in the fall. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In May, several new members were welcomed, and the group discussed future lunches, dinners, and other activities. Karen Nelson obtained a list of eight homeless seniors for the LA Singles Christmas in July outreach. Donations of money may be given, or gifts can be purchased from the list that Susan will distribute. If you choose to purchase a gift, please let Susan know. Carol Corley arranged for a dinner at The Ranch in Lake Wales in May. Winter Haven Theatre has announced the new season. A group of singles have season tickets for the first Sunday Matinee of each show. Single Mingle will be held on June 15. The location will be discussed at the June meeting. Volunteers will be needed to help set up and clean up. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on June 4. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The LAVA Auxiliary will meet June 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Ballroom near the stage. Come meet and greet special guest Dan Demarco from the Soldiers Freedom Outdoors – Equine Therapy. Dan will share how the Soldiers Freedom Outdoors Equine Therapy supports veterans and their families by providing equine camp experiences. The LAVA Auxiliary will present Dan a $3,000 check for this program from the Auxiliary. These funds are part of the proceeds made from last year’s Craft Fair. SAVE THE DATE! The Annual Craft Show will be October 21 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. At this time applications are being accepted for the Craft Show. Applications can be picked up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Once the event is sold out for crafters, you will be placed on a waiting list. God Bless America! LA BELLES By Bernice Williams Join the Belles on June 28 for lunch at Charm City Lake Ashton. Order from the menu. Sign up by June 21 at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Contact Bernice Williams at 863-875-8180 with questions. 34

MIND&BODY SUMMER SIGN LANGUAGE Relaxed format for beginners reviewing basic signs, numbers, and fingerspelling through various games and activities. This would be a great time for new beginners to join the group and get ready to jump into the classes in the fall. There will be two sessions available weekly from June 6 to August 31: Tuesdays in the Clubhouse Card Room from 12:45 to 1:45 pm and Thursdays in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. LA SOCIAL TENNIS 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the HFC or Clubhouse courts. Bring your tennis racquet, tennis balls provided. Contact Debbie Grabb at 863-324-0600 with questions. There is a ball machine stored at the Clubhouse courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. Know Thy Health YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays at 11 am in HFC Sports Court. Yoga positions are shown for every level including first time practicers. Chair yoga will be offered if requested. SUMMER LINE DANCING CLASS By Lynda Hadley Good health is not a mystery; you just need to understand a few basic principles of how the body works. Most people know that if you eat large amounts of food you will gain weight. But there is so much more to it, and the good news is that it’s not very hard to understand. Allow me to help you learn how the body works, and what it needs to achieve good health. I will share important information each month so that you can experience your best life! My name is Lynda, and I have spent the last 20 plus years learning about the amazing human body and how what we eat and how we live impacts our health. It is my pleasure to share this useful information with you so that we can all enjoy this paradise we call Lake Ashton! 36 Instructor: Lorrrie Shearin Class will be held every Thursday at the HFC through September 28. 1 pm Beginner Class: Everyone is welcome, no experience needed. Dances will be easy and fun, dances used at River Ranch will be taught. 2 pm Improver Class: Dances will have tags, restarts, turns, and maybe faster. Some experience may help, but everyone can try and learn new dances that may seem more advanced. Sometimes they are easier than they look. Note: Wear shoes you can dance in! No flip flops or Crocs. FAMI LY ELDER LAW 2023 BOOT CAMP Do the unknowns of the future keep you up at night? If the answer is yes, then this 2023 Wills, Trusts, and Lifetime Planning Boot Camp is for you. This monthly boot camp will teach you how to create a Lifetime Comprehensive Plan. Jason Penrod, Board Certified Elder Law Expert and Financial Advisor will lead you on a step-by-step year-long journey towards “peace of mind”. Next Class: June 26 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “Should I have a Trust? What does ‘Funding Your Trust’ mean?” Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. 37

TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard Tap Jammers will be on hiatus for the summer months and will resume on Friday, October 13, 2023. For more information, contact Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr June 10 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Make Your Own Path $35 (payable at class) Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on June 9. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on June 20 at 10 am in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up for a time slot soon at the HFC as reservations go quickly. Join the group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN — MOSAIC ART Make mesmerizing mosaic art on glass objects at this month’s Crafting with Carmen on June 13 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This craft is intriguingly made with acrylic paint, you’ll have to see it for yourself! All supplies and instruction will be included for $10. This is a class you don’t want to miss, sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard today! 38 CRAFTING WITH CARMEN — TIE DYE Get groovy with Carmen on July 20 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom, when you’ll be making tiedye, man! Shirts, dye, and instructions will be included for $15. Accidents happen, so don’t wear your favorite outfit or bring an apron with you. You can wear your new tie-dye masterpiece to the Woodstock Party on August 18, too! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard. SEASONAL FLORAL FRAMES Join resident crafter and floral enthusiast Pam Klawinski on July 11 at 11:30 am to make your very own unique seasonal décor! In this class, you will learn how to arrange seasonal colored florals on an 8x10 picture frame that will be interchangeable for $10. Yes, you read that right, the florals will be interchangeable for every season and holiday! Pam will host a class with each changing season so you can have a seasonal arrangement in your frame for summer, fall, winter and spring. Keep a close watch on the LA Times for each new class date! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard to reserve your spot for this class now! PRE-REHAB SEMINAR There will be a seminar on the benefits of getting therapy before surgery on Tuesday, June 20 at 2 pm at the HFC. Stop by the HFC Activities Desk today to sign up. EDUCATIONAL CBD LUNCHEON Come lunch and learn about CBD and how you can use it in your everyday life at a luncheon on July 6 at 12 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. They will provide insight into the helpfulness and everyday use of CDB while answering any questions you may have. Please sign up on the Clubhouse Information Wall by July 3.

Y’all Are Invited to a Rootin’ Tootin’ July 4th Celebration at the Clubhouse 5 pm Pulled chicken & pulled pork sandwiches provided along with watermelon and iced tea. Bring a side dish to share with your table! Live music by Highway 41 Band Tickets: $19 at the Clubhouse Activities Office on June 5 after Monday Coffee Stop by the Clubhouse starting at 4 pm to check out the LA Rockers fundraiser!

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter May 2023 Simply the Best! “Let their remembrance be as lasting as the land they honored.” - Daniel Webster 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

Welcome NO CANCELLATION FEES for Listing Contracts ON-SITE OFFICE HOME WARRANTY for your NEW BUYER 5% TOTAL COMMISSION Let's chat soon! CONTACT US 863-318-9542 Lori R, Lori T, Terri & Sarah LAKE ASHTON REALTY 4140 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33589 www.LakeAshtonRealty.com NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie LeBlanc Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES June Issue Deadline: May 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO: DALE STEENBERG ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center MAY 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: James Margeson Phone: 863.595.1562 jmargeson@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. MAY 1 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: LAVA Kicks Off Military Appreciation Month • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance and ComForCare MAY 8 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Polk County Roads Update with Bill Skelton • Featured Vendors: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson and Tessier Law Firm MAY 15 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MAY 22 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non Perishable Food Donations for Lake Wales Care Center Can be Dropped Off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: Small World Bus Tours • Featured Vendor: Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb MAY 29 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — MEMORIAL DAY LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Follow the links to find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and more. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 18 EVENTS 20 GOLF 26 CLUBS 30 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, May 15 CDD Meeting at 9:30 am LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, May 19 at 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily MEMORIAL DAY CLOSINGS The Clubhouse and Health and Fitness Center offices will be closed Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal operating hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30. Trash and recycling pickup for Winter Haven will be Tuesday, May 30 and Lake Wales will be on Saturday, June 3. Homeless Graduating Seniors Update by Doris Reisinger Thank you, Lake Ashton! WHAT A GENEROUS AND FRUITFUL YEAR FOR THESE SENIORS! Due to your generosity we have collected $10,700 for these deserving students! By the time you read this article they will have had their well deserved graduation party. I hope to present comments from the students in my next article since this year I plan on attending the party. Can't wait to see their surprised faces and reactions from your donations as well as your banner. NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: May 10 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE May 10 and 24, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot SEASONAL RESIDENTS AND SUMMER TRAVELERS If you will be away for the summer, stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to sign up and purchase a summer subscription of the LA Times. The newsletter is also published electronically and sent via email blast. There is also a Summer Checklist on the Clubhouse Information Wall to assist in making sure everything is taken care of before departure. RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT Lake Ashton re s i den t , Bob LeMaster (pictured center) won the USA Cycling Florida State Championship in the 20k Time Trial event for the 70-74 age group on April 15 in Olustee, FL. As a result of his win, he qualified for the USA Cycling 2023 National Championships to be held in August at Augusta, Georgia. Bob will also be competing in the National Senior Games in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania in July in the 5k and 10k Time Trial events. Congratulations, Bob! 7

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191, brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: May 8, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director May is National Military Appreciation Month and this is a great time to honor current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the pursuit of freedom. Lake Ashton is fortunate to have an impressive Veterans Memorial used for special ceremonies including the Memorial Day program on May 29, hosted by Lake Ashton's Veterans Association (LAVA). See page 22 for more information on special events that will be held during the month of May to honor all of Lake Ashton's Veterans. The preliminary fiscal year 2024 budget (October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024) was reviewed at the April 17 LACDD BOS meeting and Budget Workshop and an updated version with the changes requested by the Board will be presented at the May 15 meeting for consideration. A wrap up report regarding actions taken at the April 17 LACDD Budget Workshop and regular meeting was sent out on April 21. If you did not receive a copy and would like to, email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com for more information including approved meeting minutes, agendas, and other important CDD documents. Signage has been placed at the new designated smoking/vaping area at the Clubhouse which is located at the southern end of the east parking lot. Smoking/Vaping is not permitted anywhere else at the Clubhouse including outdoor amenities. ENTRANCE GATE REMINDERS Please use caution (slow down) when entering the community. There have been several instances when security officers have had close calls from vehicles coming through the entrance gates entirely too fast. Each car should stop at the stop sign, wait for the gate to open fully and proceed at a safe speed. In addition, while it may appear to be helpful to hit the button on your gate remote to open the gate for a resident that appears to be having difficulty with their remote, this could be someone trying to gain access to the community for ill purposes. If a resident is having difficulty with their remote security will assist. Please be patient and wait until the car ahead of you receives the help they need and proceeds through the gate before you hit the button on your remote to enter the gate.

JOINT AMENITIES POLICY Each month an excerpt from the newly adopted Joint Amenities Policy is featured in the LA Times. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com to view the full document. With the community at build out, the following policies have been established to accommodate the largest number of reservations by Clubs, Groups, and Organizations while still having availability for residents to use the amenities on a first come, first served basis. Contact LACDD Community Director Christine Wells or LAIICDD Community Director James Margeson with any questions. See page 3 for their contact information. RESERVING FACILITIES Amenity Facilities are available on a “first come, first served basis”, and subject to applicable fees or rates as set by the appropriate District. Requests to reserve facilities should be submitted through the Staff at the appropriate Amenity Facility. With the exception of designated Open Play (as defined in Section X — Amenity Policies — General Usage), reservations may be available for up to two (2) hour increments for all facilities listed in this policy, with the exception of the Clubhouse Ballroom and HFC Community Center. These can be reserved for periods up to four (4) hours. Longer time increments may be approved by the Amenity Manager. Amenities that have not been reserved are available for use on a “first come, first served” basis. There are no personal standing weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Lake Ashton activities taking place within the Amenity Facilities should be open to all Lake Ashton residents and not be labeled as “private”. If the room is not reserved by a club, group or organization, tables may be individually reserved, with the understanding that the Amenity Manager may move or cancel reservations, if required, up to 48 hours prior to the reservation time. Clubs, Groups, and Organizations may make “standing” reservations. These will be reviewed semi-annually by the Amenity Manager. (Refer to section IX on what constitutes a club.) If a standing reservation made by a registered Club, Group, or Organization is cancelled or unused more than three (3) times in a six (6)-month period then the reservation may be revoked by the Amenity Manager. This does not apply to a Club, Group, or Organization going on a planned hiatus previously arranged with Staff. Reservations for commercial or profit-making purposes will be charged a fee in accordance with LA CDD and LAII CDD Chapter III: Rules for Amenities Rates, (respectively). The Amenity Manager can reschedule any reservation if requested by the District. The Clubhouse or HFC must be notified if a scheduled reservation cannot be kept so the slot may be re-assigned. Reservations will be held for fifteen (15) minutes past the scheduled start time, after which the Amenity Manager may re-assign the reservation. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary, Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com 11

FRIENDLY REMINDER Lake Ashton THE NEWSPAPERS IN THE MEDIA CENTER ARE FOR USE BY ALL RESIDENTS. RIPPING SECTIONS OUT OF ANY NEWSPAPER SHOULD BE AVOIDED. IF YOU WOULD LIKE A COPY OF AN ARTICLE OR CROSSWORD PUZZLE PLEASE BRING IT TO THE CLUB OFFICE TO MAKE A COPY FOR $.05. ADOPT-A-ROAD CLEANUP By Linda Sandel A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road from Hwy. 27 to County Road 653 on May 25. Please sign-up at the Clubhouse so adequate supplies are available. Meet in the Clubhouse Ballroom beginning at 8:30 am to pick up trash bags, gloves, safety vests and trash grabbers. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt and Bok Tower ticket each calendar year. Let's have fun and get some exercise while keeping our community beautiful! Contact Linda Sandel if you have any questions at 863-368-0699 or Sandelly7@gmail.com. PAVILION REMINDERS To ensure the charcoal grills at the Pavilion are clean and ready for use for each resident, please be sure to dispose of your ashes, once cooled down, in the aluminum trash can located near the grills. Please note, the aluminum trash can is for ashes only. To book the Pavilion please contact Sheila Moreland at smoreland@lakeastoncdd.com or 863-324-5457. STOP BY THE PAVILION TO SEE SOME FLORIDA FRIENDLY PLANTS IN ACTION. THANK YOU TO THE GARDEN CLUB FOR KEEPING THIS AREA BEAUTI FUL AND EDUCATIONAL ! BusTrips Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the following trip with a check payable to Small World Tours: JUNE 9: WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE ENJOY A WONDERFUL PERFORMANCE OF “DESPERATE MEASURES” AT THE WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE! INSPIRED BY SHAKESPEARE'S MEASURE FOR MEASURE, THIS HILARIOUS, CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED OFF-BROADWAY MUSICAL COMEDY TOOK NEW YORK BY STORM! ACTIVITY LEVEL 1 $120/PERSON INCLUDES TOUR INCLUDES: R/T TRANSPORTATION, LUNCH AT THE OLIVE GARDEN, TAX & GRATUITY, RESERVED SEATING FOR SHOW, AND DRIVER GRATUITY SEE MORE DETAILS AT CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE. 13

L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Blue Jay is a familiar bird, common and widespread in the eastern United States. Blue Jays at Lake Ashton tend to be found in the more wooded areas. Often mistakenly called Bluebirds, they are a beautiful blue with striking black and white markings and sport a jaunty crest; male and female look alike. However, they aren't actually blue. The dark pigment in their feathers is melanin and scattering light on the feathers makes them appear blue. Noisy and bold, they utter a variety of vocalizations many of which don't even sound birdlike. This intelligent bird mimics the Red-shouldered Hawk's call well enough to fool even the most astute ornithologist. The common and piercing "jay, jay, jay" alarm alerts other birds that a predator may be nearby. As beautiful and widespread as this brassy songbird is, not one state has chosen it to be their state bird. LA II (WH ) HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS CONTACT INFO LA II (WH) Homeowners Association Board Members Contact Info • Kristy McKibben, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Gary Johnson, Secretary secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com LA ( LW) HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS CONTACT INFO • Management Company Don Asher • President Tom Hevel president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President 2 Debbie Holmes vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Lynda Hadley treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tim Doyle secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Bob Prowant manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Nancy Baker n.baker@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Greg Bluemke arc.lakeashtonhoa.org WAYS TO PROTECT LA PONDS THIS SUMMER Summer is on its way, which means scorching days with lots of sunlight. Algae development occurs most frequently during the summer months, when rainfall and pond water temperatures rise. There are numerous ways residents may help keep Lake Ashton's Ponds attractive right now. • Avoid overfertilization and careless application. • Remove pet waste from your yard. • Ensure that landscape providers mow lawns with the chute pointing away from the pond bank. These actions will help to reduce nutrient runoff from summer rainfall. When the nutrients in the water get too high, the chance of an algae bloom increases. If an algae bloom occurs in a Lake Ashton CDD pond, the CDD contracts with an aquatics provider to treat the algae biweekly. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at Mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. REMINDER TO ALL RESIDENTS: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHOULD RESIDENTS CONDUCT WORK OF ANY KIND ON CDD PROPERTY. THIS INCLUDES PONDS, COMMON AREAS, OR CONSERVATION/WETLAND AREAS. IF THERE ARE ANY CONCERNS REGARDING POND EROSION OR OTHER AREAS IN NEED OF MAINTENANCE PLEASE CONTACT LA(LW)CDD COMMUNITY DIRECTOR CHRISTINE WELLS (CWELLS@LAKEASHTONCDD.COM) OR LA(WH)CDD COMMUNITY DIRECTOR JAMES MARGESON (JMARGESON@LAKEASHTON2CDD.COM Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis The Beach Sunflower (helianthus debilis) is a great border mounding plant. It is daisy-like in appearance with yellow and brown in the center. The flower itself can grow to 12 to 24 inches in height. It is a spreading perennial and will quickly fill a bare spot. It can spread two to four feet. The sunflower does best in full sun and is drought tolerant. In our area it blooms nearly year round. Why plant beach sunflower in your yard? Besides the beautiful flower, it’s a great plant for pollinators, especially butterflies. You needn’t water it much since it likes hot-dry areas. Gardeners can use it for wind erosion protection. The only care is cutting it back in March or April to help promote more growth. For more information visit UF/IFAS Extension and look up wildflowers. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ANNOUNCEMENT By Fay Wood, NW Chief First, we thank all residents that could attend our latest Law Enforcement Forum presentation by Sheriff Grady Judd. You will see more about that coming up along with ongoing public safety and consumer tips you need to know. Special thanks to Waters Edge for supplying the yummy food baskets and refreshments and Christine and team for coordinating all. Since not all could make it I want to tell you my ongoing plans for Lake Ashton’s largest, probably oldest, and highly successful all inclusive community program. All thanks to you all in both cities for the teamwork and support. Effectively immediately, and after talks with leaders in LA and Law Enforcement, here’s some highlights of what’s happening in your NW program. Joan DiBattista has agreed to become our NW Deputy Chief. Joan comes with a very successful management background, and currently serves as President of the very successful LAVA Auxiliary here in LA. Joan will be working closely with two already well known NW Senior Advisors, James Mecsics and Nancy Baker and of course me. They still want me as the Chief but allowing me some much needed time off and travel plans. See the Executive Team picture from the meeting. Looking like youngsters don’t you think? Please stay tuned as a growing group of leaders are continuing to be formed. You will recognize several who have been with NW for a long time and some newbies to make the program even better, including a really skilled communications person to support our program enhancements and development. Come join the fun . More questions or comments feel free to contact Deputy Chief Joan DiBattista at: 239-851-7899. Thanks for your continued teamwork and support! CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By David Muller Lake Ashton is a great place for many reasons including all the volunteers who participate in so many functions. The Citizens' Assisted Patrol (CAP) is such a group. It is a county effort by the Sheriff's Office and that is why CAP patrols both the Lake Wales and Winter Haven portions. The mission is to be the "eyes and ears" at Lake Ashton for the Sheriff's Office. What does CAP do for Lake Ashton? It gives visibility to the residents showing that someone is looking out for them to determine if emergency services should be requested. But it also gives visibility to "bad actors" or people who should not be here and want to hurt you. The vehicles with the orange flashing lights show those bad actors that someone is looking out for the residents. There is no predictability when the vehicles will show up. There is a lot of access by outsiders to Lake Ashton. That is why screening the vendors or anyone with access to your property is important not only to you but also your neighbors. Please become a CAP member and contact Mike Weissberg at 863-324-3541 for information and application. Only TWO HOURS A WEEK are asked of you to help keep Lake Ashton safe. ALL IGATOR ALERT Now that the weather has warmed up, cold-blooded reptiles such as alligators can be more active. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds residents to be cautious when having fun in and around water. The FWC recommends keeping pets away from the water. For residents who have concerns with an alligator that poses a threat to humans, pets or property, call the FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866.FWC.GATOR (392.4286). Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Remember, it is illegal to feed or harass alligators. If you see an alligator: • Always give these reptiles a respectful distance — at least 10 feet — and always leave them alone. • Alligators are nocturnal animals, more active during the night. After dark, avoid fresh and brackish bodies of water. Unprovoked bites will often occur at the edge of the water. • Never feed alligators; it encourages them to lose their natural fear of people. • Small animals, like pets, and small children are generally more at risk than large adults. • Female alligators protect their nests by hissing and opening their mouths; this does not mean they are preparing to attack. • Alligators under four feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. NW: CONSUMER AND CRIME PREVENTION AWARENESS By Fay Wood, NW Chief Lake Ashton is a vibrant active adult community where many of our residents use contractors and handy men for repairs and services with their property. Residents should be aware of some prudent actions they should take when contracting with providers for their services: 1. Strive to use only licensed, insured and bonded providers for services. Having providers that do not meet that criteria may expose you to liability with your insurance or city Code Compliance should those services fail or lead to complications with your property. Additionally, a background check should be required of anyone who has access to your property. If the service provider uses non-posted vehicles or privately owner vehicles in disrepair, a resident should take special note to vent that provider with the Better Business Bureau. Doing this will help you ascertain the company’s business stability or if there has been any complaints on their service. Always ask for numerous references and check them. 2. Never allow any contractor free access to your property without supervision, especially inside your residence. It is extremely unwise to give any type of access control (keys, lock combinations, etc.) to contractors at any time. 3. Always have a written agreement outlining scope of work, pricing, schedule of work and remedies should the services not meet the requirements. 4. If at anytime you feel uncomfortable with a provider on your property, please feel free to contact law enforcement for their assistance. While there are some residents who provide these services, remember, when they are working for you, they are not your neighbors but contractors who should meet the same criteria as those from outside the community. The aforementioned actions are especially important for contractors from outside the community. Generally most contractors (including handymen) work within Lake Ashton without incident, but there have been some concerns regarding this subject so Neighborhood Watch leadership wanted to make you aware from the consumer advocacy and crime prevention perspective. Your Neighborhood Watch Team is providing this information so that residents can make informed decisions and keep Lake Ashton the safe and fun place to live.

MOVI ES ADDITIONAL CLOSED CAPTIONING SCREENINGS HAVE BEEN ADDED! NOW, ALL MOVIE SHOWINGS ON TUESDAY, AND THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 2 — 4 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM PLANE 2023 | R | 1H 48MIN Pilot Brodie Torrance (Gerard Butler) saves his passengers from a lightning strike by making a risky landing on a war-torn island - only to find that surviving the landing was just the beginning. When most of the passengers are taken hostage by dangerous rebels, the only person Torrance can count on for help is Louis Gaspare, an accused murderer who was being transported by the FBI. In order to rescue the passengers, Torrance will need Gaspare's help, and will learn there's more to Gaspare than meets the eye. MAY 9 — 11 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM TETRIS 2023 | R | 1H 58MIN "Tetris" tells the unbelievable story of how one of the world's most popular video games found its way to avid players around the globe. Henk Rogers (Taron Egerton) discovers TETRIS in 1988, and then risks everything by traveling to the Soviet Union, where he joins forces with inventor Alexey Pazhitnov (Nikita Efremov) to bring the game to the masses. Based on a true story, "Tetris" is a Cold War-era thriller on steroids, with double-crossing villains, unlikely heroes and a nail-biting race to the finish. 18 MAY 16 — 18 1 1 AM, 3 & 7 PM PANAMA 2022 | R | 1H 34MIN When the U.S. is on the brink of invading Panama, a former marine is hired by a CIA operative (Mel Gibson) for a top-secret arms trade mission. Alone and among the most dangerous arms dealers, the ex-marine learns the true nature of political power. MAY 23 — 25 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM MOVING ON 2023 | R | 1H 25MIN Evvie, Claire and Joyce were a jolly trio of friends in the 1970s, but life pulled them apart. Now, Evvie and Claire are attending Joyce's funeral, and both have set their sights on the widower, whom they're determined to punish for past sins. MAY 30 — JUNE 1 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM CREED III 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 56MIN Boxing pro Adonis Creed is at the top of his game. But when his childhood friend and former boxing prodigy Damian Anderson resurfaces after years behind bars, Creed must step into the ring again to fight a man bent on claiming the life he was denied. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. MAY 5 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE MASK OF ZORRO 2000 | PG-13 | 2H 16MIN After being imprisoned for 20 years, Zorro (Anthony Hopkins) receives word that his old enemy, Don Rafael Montero (Stuart Wilson), has returned. Zorro escapes and returns to his old headquarters, where he trains aimless drunk Alejandro Murrieta (Antonio Banderas) to be his successor. Meanwhile, Montero, who has secretly raised Diego's daughter Elena (Catherine Zeta-Jones) as his own, hatches a plot to rob California of its gold. MAY 12 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM JOY LUCK CLUB 1993 | R | 2H 18MIN In San Francisco, a group of aging Chinese women meet regularly to trade familial stories while playing Mahjongg. In a series of vignettes that span generations and continents, this adaptation of Amy Tan's bestselling novel explores cultural conflict and the often-turbulent relationships between four firstgeneration Chinese-American women and their mothers. MAY 19 3 & 7 PM (NO 11 AM SHOWING) FURY 2014 | R | 2H 14MIN In April 1945, the Allies are making their final push in the European theater. A battle-hardened Army sergeant named Don "Wardaddy" Collier (Brad Pitt), leading a Sherman tank and a five-man crew, undertakes a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Hopelessly 19 outnumbered, outgunned and saddled with an inexperienced soldier (Logan Lerman) in their midst, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds as they move to strike at the heart of Nazi Germany. MAY 26 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM HAMBURGER HILL 1987 | R | 1H 50MIN Over the course of 10 days in May 1969, an infantry squad led by Lt. Frantz (Dylan McDermott) and composed of both seasoned troops and new recruits, attempts to take a hill during the Vietnam War. In between attacks, the squad members deal with the other psychological stresses of the war, including the effect on morale of the antiwar movement back home and flashes of racial hostility between white and African-American soldiers, all mediated by the cool-headed medic, Doc (Courtney B. Vance).

EVENTS PUB CRAWL WRAP-UP What a fantastic and fun event! Everyone seemed to have such a great time enjoying the food, drinks, and fellowship. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this event possible. It wouldn’t have been possible without you! Congratulations to the Bike Show winner, John Kline with his Harley Davidson CVO Limited (pictured)! This event will surely be coming back, so keep an eye out for it! LAKE ASHTON BOCCE TOURNAMENT By Wayne Creek This year’s annual Bocce Ball tournament was held on April 1 with 16 teams of two competing in the single elimination tournament. After mostly close matches throughout the brackets, Tammy and Robbie Shields won first place, Linda and Carl Boast second, and Marianne and Mike Morcone third. Tournament sponsor Jim Weaver of Weaver Loveless Law presented Charm City gift certificates to the winners for $100, $75, and $50. Wayne and Vicki Creek are the Bocce league facilitators and tournament organizers. Linda and Carl Boast oversaw the judges for the tournament, while Chris and Bill Reibl managed the brackets and players. Others volunteered in various ways to make the day a success. Chris and Bill Reibl also hosted an after party at their home with food, games and fellowship. All enjoyed the day visiting with fellow players, eating their packed lunch/snacks, and spending the day by the courts cheering for one another! Bocce is open for play on Mondays and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm. New players are always welcome. TRASH TO TREASURE A HUGE SUCCESS! By Diane Dillon On behalf of over 100 BOLLA members and volunteers from our community, thank you, thank you, to everyone at Lake Ashton for your overwhelming generosity and your support for Trash to Treasure. With your help, we were able to raise a record breaking $20,800 this year! Not only was Trash to Treasure a financial success, but we received many compliments regarding the sale itself. We hope everyone enjoyed attending our sale and is thrilled with their new treasures. We thank everyone who made thoughtful and generous donations, those who attended the sale and, of course, the many volunteers who helped with the sale. It is also important to extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire Clubhouse staff who worked with us every step of the way. Trash to Treasure is a labor of love for the members of BOLLA. More importantly, based on our success, we are well on our way to making another 1,000 plus blankets both this year and next. Thank YOU!

National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM) is celebrated every May and is a declaration that encourages U.S. citizens to observe the month in a symbol of unity. May is characterized by six national observances highlighting the contributions of those who have served. MAY 1: LOYALTY DAY MAY 7 — 13: PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK MAY 8: VICTORY IN EUROPE DAY AKA V-E DAY OR VE DAY MAY 12: MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY MAY 20: ARMED FORCES DAY MAY 29: MEMORIAL DAY WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR MILITARY & VETERANS ★ Display the American Flag at your home ★ Send a care package to a soldier ★ Encourage elected officials at all levels to recognize our military and veterans ★ See someone in uniform or know a veteran? Thank them for their service or surprise them with a coffee, dessert or drink ★ Donate to a veteran or military charity ★ Reach out to a veteran or military family in need MILITARY APPRECIATION DANCE Stop by the HFC to reserve a table for the Military Appreciation Dance that will be held on May 12 from 7 to 10 pm at the HFC. $10 for a table reservation and $10 for admissions. It will be a night filled with music by DJ Wayne. Come show your appreciation for those who served and or continue to serve our country. It's also BYOB and snacks. LAVA GOLF TOURNAMENT The Third Annual Armed Forces Day Commander in Chief Golf Tournament will be held on May 20 at the Lake Ashton Golf Club. LAVA is again sponsoring this event to benefit veteran organizations as well as a local scholarship program. Sign-up sheets will be posted on the bulletin board in the Pro Shop. The tournament is open to all residents, and you can register as an individual or a group. At sign up you will be asked to affiliate with a branch of service. The cost for the event is $35 for residents with a golf membership, $40 for residents without a golf membership, and $50 for nonresidents. The fee includes golf, carts, prizes and lunch. Checks should be made payable to the Lake Ashton Golf Management. Questions on the tournament or sponsorship can be addressed to Bob Zelazny, Nancy Baker, or Jim Mecsics. VETERANS — ENJOY A FREE PATRIOTIC CONCERT! There will be a concert on Saturday, May 27 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom featuring The Summit Kings playing patriotic music, along with other classic hits. If you would like to have your military photo displayed at the event, please bring it to the Clubhouse Activities Office by 5 pm on May 19. All Lake Ashton military veterans will be given a free ticket to this event thanks to our sponsor Melissa Kincaid of Edward Jones. Tickets will be $5 for anyone else who would like to attend. Pick up or purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Office. CEREMONY AT THE VETERANS MEMORIAL Everyone is invited to gather at the Veterans Memorial by the Clubhouse at 9 am on Monday, May 29 for a remembrance ceremony facilitated by the Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA).

SAVE THESE DATES ! • July 4 - Rootin’ Tootin’ July 4 at the Clubhouse • August 18 - Woodstock Party Featuring Paisley Craze at the Clubhouse • August 31 - Camp Lake Ashton Jamboree KARAOKE AT THE CLUBHOUSE Get over that mid-week hump with some karaoke! Join friends and neighbors on Wednesday, May 10 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom to sing the night away. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $5. Next Date: June 14 ICE CREAM SOCIAL Stop by the HFC on the first Friday of every month for an ice cream social from 1 to 3 pm. Cost is $2 for a cone and $3 for a sundae. TRIVIA By David Fix Lake Ashton Sunday Night Trivia is THE PLACE to be seen! Trivia will be played every Sunday night in May. Cost is just $1/person. All money is returned as Prize Money to the Top 3 Teams, so the more players, the more money to be won! Don’t have a team? Come and join an open table looking for players. Maximum eight players per table. BYOB and Snacks! Don’t miss the fun! Trivia starts promptly at 7 pm and is usually over before 8:30 pm. Is your group going on hiatus for the summer? Contact Sheila: smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com, 863-324-5457 The following groups have notified the Clubhouse Activities Office that they are on summer hiatus starting in June: Prowant Bible Study, Ladies Bunco, Bunco, Camera Club, LACAC, Country Line Dancing (no May classes), Mah Jongg, Tap Jammers Finger Sandwiches, Petite Desserts, Coffee, Iced Tea & Water Provided Shop at vendor tables of female owned businesses and fill your provided reusable shopping bag with goodies at a discount! Raffles and door prizes throughout the event. LAST DAY TO PURCHASE TICKETS IS MAY 12! Calling all ye salty dogs — Cap’n Seb Sparrow invites you to take a gander at the back cover to find out more about a swashbucklin’ affair coming to LA in June! Ye be walkin’ the plank if you miss this party! Bloomin’ Beauties Ladies Luncheon May 19 at 11 am Clubhouse Ballroom 25

GOLF CANADA VS USA By Roman Zakrajsek 2023 is the second year that a Saturday men’s golf group here in Lake Ashton has put on a Canada vs USA Golf Championship. Last year Team USA won and for 2023, Congratulations to Team Canada for winning. It’s a fun day and a great way to build friendships here in Lake Ashton. Huge Thanks to all the people that came out to watch us come in on the 18th hole. Lot’s of cheering and smiles were everywhere. That’s what it’s all about. It was great! Team Canada 2023 Members are Roman Zakrajsek, Darrell Reid, Ed Miller, Brian Peck, Bob Dupuis, Ron Goldade, Rusty Ruston, & Mike Renaud. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! UP TO 40% OFF Cleaning! $ Tuscan LED Light Remote WINTER HAVEN’S #1 QU 24999 $99 DISCONTINUED + DISPLAS! BLUE MAN GROUP MURRAY ZACHARIA MEMBER/ MEMBER TOURNAMENT By Linda Zacharia On April 5 and 6, the Blue Man Group played their 3rd Annual Member Member Tournament honoring the memory of Murray Zacharia, founder of the BMG. The two days were enjoyed by all and many fond memories were shared. A wonderful luncheon, provided by the Eagle Nest staff, culminated the event along with the announcement of the winners. 2Low Gross Score: Steve Beck & Gary Fako Low Net Score: Sal Tabone & Tom Anderson The winners names will be engraved on the plaque that is displayed in the Golf Pro Shop. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman April 11 was an amazing, fun and windy day of golf for closing out the 2022-2023 season. Thank you to Jan Baun and her committee for the wonderful event. A Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 step-aside scramble was played and as always, Vicki Moore and the ladies from the Nest did not disappoint with delicious salads for lunch and cupcakes for dessert. Congratulations to all the winners of not only the event, but of the year. Char Walter did an outstanding job distributing awards to all the years’ winners. This year’s Red Hoagland leaders are: Kathy Ryan $204.55, Beverly Hines $195.05, T Utting $192.55 and Pat Hodges $191.40. The Red Hoagland Challenge continues through the end of May. Keep up the good work ladies! At the year-end meeting it was announced that Lynn Abbott, treasurer and Dory Krogman, vice president will retain their positions for the next two years. They were voted in by the membership. In addition, the members polled increased the yearly dues to $35 beginning November 1. Weekly play remains at $3. No additional funds will be paid each week. Although, the season has ended, the fun has not. The LALGA will sponsor a twoday summer tournament the second week of July. (continued on p. 28)

(continued from p. 26) The theme will be “The Tropics” as by then, the weather predicts to be sizzling and steamy. Look for further information in the June LA Times or on the bulletin board in the Pro Shop. Take out those cute tropical shirts and get ready to celebrate those sultry seasonal days of summer. It’s that time again to say goodbye to the snowbirds and to wish them well: au revoir, until we see each other again! The league looks forward to having everyone back for the 2023-24 season. Have a wonderful and restful summer! LAMGA By David Kubissa Following the highly successful Member-Guest tournament in March, LAMGA weekly games again became the focus of most league activity. Later in the same month, the men’s golf association held a twoday, best ball tournament in conjunction with the LALGA that concluded with a luncheon and awards ceremony in the Eagle’s Nest. As LAMGA play rolled into early April the standings in the Red Hoagland Hyundai challenge began to reflect some shifts in the standings with some familiar names still in the top five joined by some new contenders. Leaders through April for year-end prize credits at the Pro Shop: 1st Darrell Reid, $89.60; 2nd John Milsom, $75.25; 3rd Rolly Geyer, $67.50; 4th Carl Pritchard, $66.85; 5th Doug Hines, $66.50. Looking ahead to May, the LAMGA weekly lineup will include a May 3 Cinco de Mayo game of pick your partner with a post-game lunch in the Eagles Nest. You won’t want to miss this one. Golf, fun and food. Shout out to LAMGA sponsors: Last month, we thanked the major sponsors of the Member-Guest tournament, but there were dozens of other businesses and services that also contributed support to LAMGA. We will list them throughout the year by categories, starting this month with auto dealers and services: Central Buick GMC; Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Winter Haven; Hill Nissan; Huston Cadillac Buick GMC; Lake Wales Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram; Red Hoagland Hyundai; Ridge Quality Motors; Tuffy Tire & Auto Service of Winter Haven; and Weikert Ford. LAKE ASHTON LADY GOLFERS By Margie Dersham The Polk County Women's Association has just finished their 2022-2023 season with their Championship Tournament, a two-day event, April 3 at Willowbrook and April 10 at Huntington Hills. Congratulations to: Liz Leigh, Flight AA, 1st Place Sandra Lancaster, Flight A, 1st Place Vicki Andrew, Flight A, 2nd Place Deb Louder, Flight A, 6th Place Kathy Ryan, Flight B, 2nd Place Brenda Poe, Flight C, 4th Place PCWGA members play numerous courses in the Polk County area on Mondays from October through April. 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CLUBS GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The LA Garden Club second annual plant sale was a huge succes s . Thank you LA community for your support! There was a great turn out. Thank you to all who donated plants and gave their time to pull the event together. A special thank you to our guest, Gene, the Barefoot Gardener. Wednesday meetings return for May! The meeting will be on May 10 at 10 am in the Pavilion. Gene will do a presentation on caring f o r o r c h i d s . A l s o pictured: Garden Club project at the Eagle’s Nest. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting May 4 inperson only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson General meeting will start at 4:30. We will be discussing plans for various activities going forward in the coming months. For more information, please email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Gary Johnson, President The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet May 24 at the Clubhouse. Checkin and social time starts at 3:30 pm and the meeting begins at 4. The guest speaker is Lake Wales Mayor Jack Hilligoss. Members and their guests are welcome. For more information, contact Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699, sandelly7@gmail.com. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl The last two months have been exciting and fun for members of the genealogy club. In March, the group visited the Bartow Genealogy Library for an excellent tour of the facility and learned that local genealogical/ historical libraries can be a wealth of information. In April, five new members were welcomed to the group. What a great time everyone had learning about their ancestors and helping them climb their family tree! If interested in joining the fun at the next meeting on May 10 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Come and see what we're about and have some fun with your fellow Ashtonians. All levels of expertise are welcome. For more information, call 815-545-6655. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In April, several new members were welcomed, and the group discussed future lunches, dinners, and other activities. Karen Nelson arranged a pontoon boat cruise of the Chain of Lakes with Living Waters Cruises with a lunch at Harborside after. Carol Corley is arranging a lunch at The Barn in Lake Alfred in May. Karen Nelson thanked the singles who participated in the Community Showcase. Some suggestions on things to do included blueberry picking at Whitehead farms, the phosphate museum in Mulberry, the ski show at Lake Silver and Bok Tower Gardens. The Single Mingle will be held on May 18 in the Pavilion at 4 pm. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on May 7. LA PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By Dennis Santino Lake Ashton Pickleball Association (LAPA) began offering monthly 2-session Newbie Clinics in January 2023. So far this year, 75 friends and neighbors have completed the clinic. The clinic is suspended during the heat of summer and will resume in September. Dates for the September sessions will be announced in the August LA Times. All Lake Ashton Residents are encouraged to join LAPA and experience the fun and camaraderie of the sport. Pickleball can be enjoyed by players of all ages and skill levels. It is a great way to get some fresh air, exercise and meet new people. As a member of LAPA, you will stay informed on all upcoming events and happenings. Dues are just $12/year. Please see any LAPA officer for details: Chuck Caesar (President), Dennis Santino (Vice President), Lisa Savala (Treasurer) or Becky Wilson (Secretary). Looking forward to seeing you on the courts! LA BELLES By Barb Staschke Deja vu! Join the Belles at Harborside on May 31 at 11:30 am. Wear your fancy hats for Derby Day Delayed and enjoy a Mint Julep. Sign-up sheet is at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Limited to 36. You can also contact Barb Staschke at 248-670-9037 with any questions. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Rose Crognale Good Morning Lake Ashton! There will be a meeting on May 15 at 7 pm in the HFC Craft Room for all Disney enthusiasts. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to come. The group will be discussing future events and perhaps coming up with a definitive date for Painting With A Twist in Highpoint Plaza in Winter Haven (at the opposite end from the Hurricane Restaurant). Hope to see you there.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 12:45 pm until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse Information Wall. A partner is required. For helping finding a partner or for more information contact Don Fuller dfuller627@yahoo.com March 13, 2023 North-South 1st Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales; 2nd Mary Lois Teyssier & Marian Oshinsky; 3rd John Sammons & Pat Sammons: EastWest 1st Cheryl Tillman & Nancy Golding; 2nd Harvey Cohen & Trish Kellar; Gengler 3rd Sandra Burns & Karla March 20, 2023 North-South 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare; 3rd Keith Stevens & Trish Kellar: East-West 1st Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Patricia Foster; 3rd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine March 27, 2023 North-South 1st Marian Oshinsky & Mary Lois Teyssier; 2nd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; 3rd John Sammons & Pat Sammons: EastWest 1st Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales; 2nd Judy Robertson & Ralph Ritter; 3rd Judy Marine & Marge Kniat April 3, 2023 North-South 1st Barb Cassidy & Keith Stevens; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Mary Lois Teyssier; 3rd Trish Kellar & Don Fuller: East-West 1st Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson; 2nd Jeannine Connors & Marge Kniat; 3rd Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson April 10, 2023 North-South 1st Ralph Ritter & Karla Gengler; 2nd Pat Sammons & John Sammons; 3rd Don Fuller & Trish Fuller: East-West 1st Dick Dole & Lois Dole; 2nd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine; 3rd Nancy Goldman – Cheryl Tillman HORSESHOES Residents should reach out to John at 530-894-3856 or betsleale@aol.com if they are interested in playing horseshoes. > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 1-year 18-month 4.70 4.90 Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 33 4.80 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 04/04/2023. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg The LA Rockers learned how to paint Disney characters on rocks on April 5 and will learn how to decorate rocks with diamond dots on May 3. Many of the rocks created during or as a result of these classes will find their way to hiding spots throughout LA or to this year's fundraiser on July 4 in connection with the Fourth of July Celebration and Golf Cart Parade. The funds raised will enable us to continue painting and hiding rocks for LA residents to find, enjoy, and share. LA Rockers will meet on May 3 for a "teaching" meeting geared to those who already have experience painting rocks. The meeting on May 24 will be a “free paint” meeting. Specifics will be announced on our Facebook page. Newcomers will be welcome to the "free paint" meeting where one of our administrators will share an orientation to rock painting with them. After the orientation, the newcomers can sit with one of our more experienced painters and try to paint a rock of their own. Newcomers: Before coming to the meeting, it is necessary to contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com), so that we know you are coming and can let you know what supplies you will need to bring. You don't have to be a Picasso or a Renoir to be a Rocker - we will teach you how to put a smile on someone's face while enjoying a lovely afternoon with a great group of people. Please note: if a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group page on Facebook so please join that page if you have a Facebook account. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves Welcome! Welcome! The LAVA Auxiliary will meet May 17 at 6:30 pm at the Clubhouse Ballroom near the stage. So, you might be asking why the welcome … any resident is welcome to stop by the meeting to check us out. We are a group of residents that enjoy hosting activities to benefit the military. There are activities that are yet to be created, and that’s why we are extending a welcome for you to stop by. The meetings provide a platform for you to hear more about what the group does and to offer your ideas and thoughts. Current activities: TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 May is Military Memorial Month. The VA Auxiliary is selling Red, White and Blue Bows for $5. Last year we sold out. The bows can be purchased at Monday Coffee. The bows not only look great on mailboxes and golf carts but also show your appreciation for the veterans and active military. SAVE THE DATE! The Annual Craft Show is October 21, 2023 in the Ballroom. At this time applications are being accepted and can be picked up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Once the event is sold out for crafters, you will be placed on a waiting list. God Bless America and God Bless our Veterans and Active Military. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 35 AUTHORIZED DEALER

MIND&BODY SUMMER SIGN LANGUAGE We would like to invite anyone who is interested to join our group of beginner signers during the summer. It will be a relaxed format reviewing basic signs, numbers, and fingerspelling through various games and activities. This would be a great time for new beginners to join the group and we can work in small groups to help you catch up. Then you would be able to jump into the classes in the fall! There will be two sessions available weekly. Runs from June 6th to August 31st. Tuesdays in the Clubhouse Card Room 12:45-1:45 pm and *Thursdays in the Clubhouse Craft Room from 6:30 - 7:30 pm! Come when you can. Hope to see you there. LA SOCIAL TENNIS 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the HFC or Clubhouse courts. No need to sign up, just bring your tennis racquet, tennis balls provided. Contact Debbie Grabb at 863-324-0600 with questions. There is a ball machine stored at the Clubhouse courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays at 11 am in HFC Sports Court. Yoga positions are shown for every level including first time practicers. Participants are encouraged to honor their bodies at all times. Practiced regularly, yoga improves posture, balance, flexibility, anxiety, stress, and provides a host of other benefits. Chair yoga will be offered if requested. LA DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (Certified DVIDA instructor — 863.875.6728) Learn the Cha Cha Mondays in May from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Room. FREE! No Partner needed! SUMMER LINE D A N CIN G CLASS Instructor: Lorrrie Shearin Class will be held every Thursday at the HFC starting May 4 through September 28. 1 pm Beginner Class: Everyone is welcome, no experience needed. Dances will be easy and fun, dances used at River Ranch will be taught. 2 pm Improver Class: Dances will have tags, restarts, turns, and maybe faster. Some experience may help, but everyone can try and learn new dances that may seem more advanced. Sometimes they are easier than they look. Note: Wear shoes you can dance in! No flip flops or Crocs. FAMI LY ELDER LAW 2023 BOOT CAMP Do the unknowns of the future keep you up at night? If the answer is yes, then this 2023 Wills, Trusts, and Lifetime Planning Boot Camp is for you. This monthly boot camp will teach you how to create a Lifetime Comprehensive Plan. Jason Penrod, Board Certified Elder Law Expert and Financial Advisor will lead you on a step-by-step year-long journey towards “peace of mind”. Next Class: May 22 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” Upcoming Classes: June 26: “Should I have a Trust? What does ‘Funding Your Trust’ mean?” Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Best Home Selling Experience! Brad is knowledgeable and understands the entire process from a market and homeowner's perspective. He knows the market and advises accordingly. He does his homework ahead of time. He was with us all the way from listing to selling. He goes over and above to make the process very easy. The pictures of the house were very professional and portrayed our house beautifully on online listing websites. The professionalism is tempered true caring and understanding toward the homeowner. He even checked with us after the closing. We highly recommend him! Verified by RateMyAgent John & Joy Lloyd 4 October 2021 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 37

CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard A fun group of tappers who gather weekly on Fridays at 10 am at the Clubhouse Stage to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Julie at jbombard73@gmail.com. FUSED GLASS CLASSES Create Fused Glass Jewelry May 5 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Cost $35 to be paid at the class with cash or check. Create 2 from the following choices: a pendant, a pair of earrings or a pin. Pre-registration required at the Clubhouse. Space is limited. All materials are included. Create a Fused Glass Beach Scene Suncatcher on May 11 from 9 am to 11 am at the HFC Craft Room. Cost $25 to be paid at class with cash or check. Preregistration is required. Space is limited. All materials included. Sign up at the HFC. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr May 13 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Summer Time $35 (payable at class) Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on May 12. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on May 16 at 10 or noon in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up for a time slot soon at the HFC as reservations go quickly. Join the group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES For $35, each painter will be receiving step-by-step instructions to create a 16x20 canvas painting and will be supplied with a 16x20 canvas, acrylic paints, and brushes. This event will take place on May 5 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Stop by the Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli to reserve your spot by May 1. PARKINSON’ S SEMINAR Learn about improving outcomes for patients with Parkinson's Disease May 17 at the HFC. This presentation will be given by Matt Wright COTA/L. Sign up at the HFC today. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Learn how to create a colorfully mesmerizing alcohol art on a 5x7 canvas at 11:30 am on May 18. All supplies and instructions will be supplied for $10. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard by May 16. A minimum of 8 people is needed for this class! Next Crafting with Carmen Class: June 13 at 11:30 am

Party DATE June 23 tim e pm 7 Wear your best pirate garb, pillage, plunder, and dance the night away to live music from 99 in the Shade. Meet the famed Captain Seb Sparrow and enjoy “grog and ale” from the Cash Bar. Purchase tickets for $20 at the Clubhouse Activities Office starting May 8 after Monday Coffee. Clubhouse Ballroom

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter April 2023 Simply the Best! "Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves." - James M. Barrie THIS MONTH, WE CELEBRATE LAKE ASHTON'S VOLUNTEERS. 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES May Issue Deadline: April 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. FRONT COVER PHOTO BY BARBARA ANN COMER BACK COVER PHOTOS BY DENNIS KRUPINSKI Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 directors@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 APRIL 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. APRIL 3 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speakers: Lake Wales Envisioned Updates with Dover Kohl, Lake Ashton ASL Learning to Hear with Your Eyes • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance & ComForCare APRIL 10 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speakers: City of Winter Haven Water Conservation and Young at Heart - Senior Entrepreneurship Program • Featured Vendor: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones APRIL 17 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING APRIL 24 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non-perishable food donations for Lake Wales Care Center can be dropped off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: Polk County Fire Rescue Fire Safety • Featured Vendor: Melissa Kincaid with Edward Jones LACDD & LAIICDD WEBSITES lakeashtoncdd.com [below left QR code] lakeashton2cdd.com [below right QR code] Follow the link to find board meeting dates, agendas, minutes, Supervisor contact information and other documents. You can also sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Special Meeting Monday, April 3 at 9 am CDD Meeting Monday, April 17 at 8:30 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Continued Meeting Thursday, April 13 at 11 am Monday, April 17 CDD Meeting at 9:30 am Budget Workshop at 10 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm (12- 2 pm on April 4 or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Joseph "Joe" Payne is our new Facility Maintenance Coordinator. He started with us on February 14 and we are happy to have him as a part of the Lake Ashton team. He is a retired firefighter from Birmingham, AL and comes to us with extensive carpentry and construction skills (he built is own house from the ground up!). His has been married to his wife, Melissa for over 20 years and has 4 kids, ages 27, 25, 12 and 10. Please join us in welcoming Joe to Lake Ashton. We are lucky to have him! Thank you to the Garden Club for planting flowers in front of the Pavilion and all the other areas around the community. They truly are making the entire community more beautiful every day. They are a great group! 6 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: April 12 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE April 12 and 26, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: MARY AX Mary’s smiling face has been greeting visitors on Mondays at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the past 14 years. She volunteers because she loves meeting people and keeping up with the community. She has two sons and two grandsons. She is an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and is most recently from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She said she married into the Steelers when she married her husband, Bob! NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on April 14 at 2 pm at the HFC. Please sign up at either Activities Desk. A Message From Mary Bosman I'd like to thank all the resident friends who came to the pizza party to say farewell in February or stopped by for a chat before or after that time. I miss Lake Ashton as it's been a part of me for many years. A special thanks to staff and the LA II CDD Board for their great support over the years. It's appreciated more than you know. 7

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191, brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: April 10, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Supervisors and staff would like to wish residents a Happy Passover and Happy Easter. There are many ways to enjoy this beautiful season as noted throughout this edition of the newsletter. Spring ushers in warm days, cooler nights, and many visiting guests. Guests are often amazed at the number of activities and amenities available and Clubhouse staff wants to continue this tradition of community pride. Feedback from residents regarding facility maintenance or activities is always encouraged and welcomed. Soon Charm City at Lake Ashton will be open in the Clubhouse — stay tuned to media for more information regarding opening dates. In the meantime residents can enjoy a limited menu from their food truck that will be at Lake Ashton weekly! All residents are encouraged to attend monthly CDD meetings to obtain firsthand information concerning community affairs. At the March meeting Supervisors discussed strategic planning and the upcoming budget process. The budget workshop will be held on April 17 at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. A wrap up of additional actions taken was sent out on March 22. April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate those who dedicate their time to be stewards of this community. This is a perfect time to recognize and say thank you to the volunteers who work hard to ensure Lake Ashton maintains its reputation of being “Simply the Best.” When you are bowling in a league be sure to thank the volunteer pinsetter that is there to ensure a great experience is had by all. Next time you grab a book from the Media Center, thank a member of the Library Committee for ensuring this amenity is well-organized and ready for use. When purchasing a ticket at the Activities Desk, thank the volunteer that helps you find a perfect seat. These volunteers, among hundreds of others, work hard to ensure residents, like themselves, enjoy the amenities and have an enjoyable experience at Lake Ashton. Join staff in celebrating all of the volunteers at Lake Ashton for bringing the community closer together and for their service and commitment to residents. See page 22 for information on a special event for volunteers. Safe travels to those leaving for the summer. Please continue to check email for an electronic version of the LA Times to stay up-to-date while away. There is a Summer Checklist available at the Clubhouse Information Wall and posted on lakeashtoncdd.com for those traveling away from Lake Ashton over the summer. Residents can also view updates regarding CDD business on the website, and can attend meetings virtually using the Zoom link that is emailed each month. For those staying to enjoy the summer at Lake Ashton, sit back and enjoy all that staff has planned. Its going to be a great year! 8 LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com JOINT AMENITIES POLICY Each month an excerpt from the newly adopted Joint Amenities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. The full policy can also be found online by visiting lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents.” Listed below is the specific policy that is in place regarding the smoking policy at Lake Ashton. Please reach out to Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director via email at (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or James Margeson, Interim LA II (WH) CDD Community Director (maintenance@lakeashton2cdd.com) with any questions. SMOKING: Lake Ashton is a smoke-free community. Smoking tobacco products or electronic cigarettes are prohibited at all facilities and venues unless in a designated area. The designated smoking/vaping area at the Clubhouse has been moved from the Ballroom Patio to the southern portion of the east parking lot near the dumpsters. There is no smoking/vaping in any other areas. There are 2 smokers outposts in that area. The smoking area at the HFC is by the pool pump area on the tennis court side. ADDITIONALLY, PLEASE REMEMBER: According to the Joint Amenities Policy, pets must be leashed and under control of an adult handler at all times. HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger The need never seems to go down. More than that these students are so appreciative of any help and most importantly that someone cares and supports them. Vickie Griffith stated the computers given to each student last year have risen in price by 50%. This may cut back on scholarships that have been awarded in the past. Because of your donations they face a less worrisome summer and a little brighter future. The plans are in full swing for their graduation party and part of that is our banner. Make sure to sign at any Monday Coffee through April 10. Last day of our collection will be April 15. All donations, whether checks, domestic items, or gift cards, can be dropped off at either Activities Desk or by contacting Doris at 217-652-6636 or miker0343@yahoo.com. 9

MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR CITY OF LAKE WALES The Regular Municipal Election for the City of Lake Wales will be held Tuesday, April 4. There are two seats up for election: Seat 3, (currently held by Commissioner Terrye Howell) and Seat 5 (currently held by Commissioner Robin Gibson). These seats are for three year terms. Lake Ashton residents living in Lake Wales can vote in person in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Election Day or contact the Supervisor of Elect ions at 863-534-5888 to request an absentee ballot. The polls are open from 7 am to 7pm. Please be sure to bring a photo ID. To find out more, visit polkelections.com for a sample ballot or contact the City of Lake Wales City Clerk at 863-678-4182. Please note: Due to elections there will be no movies shown on this day. The Activities Office will remain open from 9 am - 5 pm. MEDIA CENTER COMPUTERS REMINDER Please remember the computers located in the Media Center are public computers. Residents should be careful when accessing sensitive information on these public computers. There have been instances where personal information has been left up on computers or printer, leaving it susceptible to being accessed by anyone. Safeguard your personal information at all times and please remember these are not personal home computers, but are accessed by many residents and guests everyday. Please note in the Clubhouse Media Center the computer closest to the printer is the only computer that is set up to print. Send a picture of any fish caught in ponds or lakes in Lake Ashton, along with your name, the lake or pond that it was caught in, as well as the type of fish caught and any measurements (length and/or weight) to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com to be featured in the next edition of the LA Times. Don’t forget to include your smiling face! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 10 www.jimsfloordepot.com Call To Schedule Your Free Skin Cancer Screening! New Patients Only | Offer Expires 6/30/23 | Code - LAT www. FLDSCC. com 11

CONGRATULATIONS SENIOR GAMES PARTICIPANTS! Dottie and Terry Dernbach participated in the horseshoes competition and Dottie received a gold medal in horseshoes in her age group. #2 Six (6) residents of Lake Ashton earned 9 Silver and 3 bronze medals in racquet sports during the 2023 Polk County Senior Games at Solivita. DOUG EPLER (75-79) Total of 6 medals! Pickleball: silver mixed doubles Tenni s : s i lver mixed doubles, bronze men’s doubles. Table tennis: silver men’s doubles, silver men’s singles, bronze in mixed doubles JAY BROOKS (70-74) Silver in men’s doubles table tennis. TOM PAVEL (80+) Bronze in singles table tennis DEBBIE LOUDER (75-79) : Silver in mixed doubles pickleball Silver in mixed doubles tennis MARILYN NOFFSINGER & LES JACOBSON (70-74) Silver in mixed doubles pickleball 12 #3 LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White There are about 20 senior swim meets each year all around the state, all leading to a state championship each December and a National Games every 2 years. LA Swim Club has several swimmers who have already qualified for the state meet and one who is going to the Nationals in Pittsburgh in July. On the first weekend i n Ma r c h , t wo m e m b e r s swam in the Lee Coun t y Senior Games and 3 others swam in the Polk County Senior Games i n Lake l and (see photos). All came home wi th one or more medals and seve r a l continued to improve their times or techniques. As we age, we have to work to preserve strength. Most of our swim club members do more fitness than just swimming. Some can be found in one of the fitness centers, on bikes, participating in other sports. All are serious about maintaining or improving fitness and health. See page 34 for more information on the LA Swim Club.

L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer Osprey (found on all continents except Antarctica) are year-round, nesting residents of Lake Ashton. Formerly known as the Fish Hawk they nest near fresh or salt water and eat mainly fish. It is always a thrill to see one of these large brown and white birds hovering over water and then plunging feet first into the water and rising up with a fish firmly and aerodynamically grasped in their large talons with the head forward. Osprey can easily be mistaken for Bald Eagles because of their coloration and large size. However a Bald Eagle does not have a white breast and undersides. When perched an Osprey will often appear more horizontal while the Bald Eagle tends to hold a more vertical posture. In flight, their long narrow wings are bent back at the wrist reminiscent of a gull. The bulky nests in Florida are often laden with Spanish Moss and they tend to typically raise two young. As with most birds in Florida, they tend to nest earlier than their northern counterparts. LA II (WH ) HOA By Gary Johnson, Secretary LA II (WH) Homeowners Association Board Members Contact Info • Kristy McKibben, President presidentla2hoa@outlook.com • Gary Johnson, Secretary secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com • Ray Rudy, Treasurer treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com • Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com • Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com 14 A Special Membership Meeting was held on March 15 for the purpose of voting on a proposed short-term rental amendment to be added to our current CC&Rs. Through proxy and in-person voting, the membership voted in favor of the amendment. The amendment will be processed through our attorney and filed with the county. The LAII HOA would like to thank the membership for their involvement in this process. LA ( LW) HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS CONTACT INFO • Management Company Don Asher • President Tom Hevel president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President 2 Debbie Holmes vp2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Lynda Hadley treasurer@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tim Doyle secretary@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Bob Prowant manager@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Nancy Baker n.baker@lakeashtonhoa.org • Officer Greg Bluemke arc.lakeashtonhoa.org WHAT IS THE LITTORAL SHELF? The littoral area is the down-sloping shelf of a pond. It is commonly referred to as the shallow area near the shore. When it is healthy, the littoral shelf resembles a miniature wetland. Many native aquatic plant species thrive in these areas, including Bulrush, Pickerel Weed, and Duck Potato. These aquatic plants were discussed in last month's article. (continued on p. 16) 15

Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis If you’re interested in an easy ground-covering flower, then the common Blue Violet might be for you. This heart-shaped leaf plant grows in clumps and reaches 3 to 6 inches in height and diameter. Blue violets grow in sandy and clay soils so it’s a perfect fit for our area. It can be used in containers, borders or garden beds. Deadheading the flower will produce future blooms. The Blue Violet will grow in full sun or partial shade, but will produce more flowers in a sunny location. You’ll see flowers from spring and into summer. Why plant Blue Violets in your yard? Native Flowers are maintenance free and require little watering once established. The blue violet is no exception. It is also deer resistant. Tuck some blue violets around garden rocks or in a nook where it will mound. This plant also easi ly sel f -seeds, providing continuous plants for the coming year. You can find blue violets at The Nectary Nursery in Lakeland. (continued from p. 14) The littoral shelf provides numerous benefits, including improved water quality by cultivating beneficial species that consume nutrients that contribute to the growth of unwanted algae and invasive aquatic weeds, filters out the water before it exits the pond via a flow structure, and helps to maintain the shoreline, reducing erosion. Littoral shelfs can be found in Lake Ashton behind Limerick Drive and behind Litchfield Loop. Sandhill Cranes love to nest in the littoral shelf behind Limerick Drive as seen in the photo. Email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions or concerns. 16 LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! UP TO 40% OFF Cleaning! $ Tuscan LED Light Remote WINTER HAVEN’S #1 QU 24999 $99 DISCONTINUED + DISPLAS! Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Went Above And Beyond To Help Sell Our House My wife and I were recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident when our house needed to be sold. These injuries and various doctor’s appointments limited our ability to do the things necessary to complete the sale of our house. I became frustrated and was ready to forego even trying to go on with selling our house when our RE Agent, Brad Kirwan, seeing how discouraged and overwhelmed we were, stepped forward and said he’d be glad to take over getting most of the tasks done (some minor home repairs and coordinating some upgrades) so we could complete the sale of our house…..Sure enough, Brad took over getting everything done, regularly keeping us informed of his progress, and we sold and closed the sale within a few weeks, achieving 98% of our asking price. Wow! We literally couldn’t have gotten it done without Brad’s extraordinary efforts to help us. What a relief! We consider Brad Kirwan a good friend and will always turn to him if we need to sell or buy real estate. He is definitely a cut above other agents, really knows his stuff, and is willing to work very hard for his clients. Thank you so much, Brad Kirwan! Verified by RateMyAgent Matt & Alice Mayer 14 January 2023 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 17

SAFETY CAP By David Muller The Citizens' Assisted Patrol (CAP) volunteers want YOU! Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd initiated the concept of having volunteers be the "eyes and ears" of the community. This means CAP is roving around Lake Ashton to report any services needed by police, fire department or emergency medical services. CAP only observes and reports if necessary. Your commitment would be TWO HOURS A WEEK. You get to drive the sheriff's car or golf cart and learn where all the streets are located while patrolling. If you like, you can use your own equipment after approval from the sheriff's office representative here at Lake Ashton. Want to ask questions or fill out an application? Please email Mike Weissberg at lakeashtoncap@gmail.com. More to come ... check out next month about the benefits of CAP to Lake Ashton. Pictured: Colton Morosky is Lake Ashton’s newest member of Florida's Citizen’s Assisted Patrol (CAP), soon to be on duty here at Lake Ashton. He is very proud of this accomplishment and is looking forward to serving Lake Ashton in this capacity. NEIGH B ORHO O D WATCH PRESENTS GRADY JUDD By Fay Wood, NW Chief Lake Ashton's Neighborhood Watch is once again proud to welcome Sheriff Grady Judd to Lake Ashton's Clubhouse Ballroom on Thursday, April 6 at 2:30 pm to share his perspectives and answer questions from residents. Doors will open at 2 pm for residents for seating on a first-come, first served 18 basis with a capacity of 350 residents. Doors will close promptly at 2:30 pm. Refreshments will be provided to all attendees and are sponsored by Water's Edge. Sheriff Judd was named Sheriff of the Year in 2022 and is a past President of the Florida Sheriffs Association and the Major County Sheriffs of America, a national organization serving counties with a population of 500,000 or more. Sheriff Judd has earned higher education degrees through the Masters level. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, the Senior Management Institute for Police, the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, and the FBI National Executive Institute. He was a participant of the Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs (JINSA) Law Enforcement Exchange Program (LEEP). He is a Polk County School Board Hall of Fame inductee, a past recipient of Polk State College’s prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award, the 2008 Boy Scouts of America Distinguished Citizen Award, Protect Our Children Junny Award, the 2013 Callyo’s Leaders in Online Child Protection Award, as well as the 2013 Church Women United Human Rights Award. C RT CERTainly Safe GOLF CART BATTERY SAFETY COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Home Safety Tips from Your Lake Ashton Community Emergency Response Team Here are some VERY IMPORTANT safety tips about charging lead acid batteries in golf carts as posted on the National Fire Prevention Association website (see Internet link below for full article*): Ÿ Follow the manufacturer’s charging recommendations. Consult you cart’s manual or obtain a replacement manual if you can’t find your original copy. Ÿ Use the charger provided by the manufacturer. Ÿ Charge the cart in a ventilated area (open the garage door if charging inside). Ÿ Be sure to charge the cart when someone is home - not overnight (never while traveling). Ÿ Ensure your house AND GARAGE have a carbon monoxide, smoke or fire detector. Preferably wired to your inside detectors. Hydrogen, a very flammable gas, is emitted during charging. Contact a licensed electrician for proper alarm selection and installation. *https://www.nfpa.org/ “FORE! Improper charging of golf carts can lead to fumes and fire” ALL IGATOR ALERT The weather is heating up quickly this year in Florida, kicking off alligator breeding season a tad early. Though alligator courtship typically begins in early April, with mating occurring between May and June, Gatorland CEO Mark McHugh said that the early Spring weather can be confusing to the reptiles, causing them to mate earlier. Residents may notice male gators lifting their tails high and slapping the water with their jaws to create vibrations throughout the water during mating season. In late June or July, female alligators will build a nest of soil, vegetation, or debris and lay up to 46 eggs, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Hatching occurs from mid-August through early September. It's estimated that there are 1.3 million alligators of every size in Florida's marshes, lakes, rivers, and retention ponds. Please be safe when enjoying the outdoors. A safe rule of thumb is if there is water... there could be an alligator present. TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881 All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. To drive a golf cart, you must be 14 years of age in Lake Wales and 16 years of age in Winter Haven. 19

MOVI ES ADDITIONAL CLOSED CAPTIONING SCREENINGS HAVE BEEN ADDED! NOW, ALL MOVIE SHOWINGS ON TUESDAY, AND THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 APRIL 5 — 6 (NO MOVIES ALL DAY APRIL 4) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM CAUSEWAY 2022 | R | 1H 34MIN Jennifer Lawrence stars as Lynsey, a soldier struggling to adjust back home in New Orleans following a traumatic injury. When she meets local mechanic James (Brian Tyree Henry), the pair begin to forge an unexpected bond. APRIL 11 — 13 (NO 11 AM MOVIE APRIL 13) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT 2023 | R | 1H 45MIN Nicolas Cage stars as Nick Cage, creatively unfulfilled and facing financial ruin, who must accept a $1 million offer to attend the birthday of a dangerous superfan (Pedro Pascal). Things take a wildly unexpected turn when Cage is recruited by a CIA operative (Tiffany Haddish) and forced to live up to his own legend, channeling his most iconic and beloved on-screen characters in order to save himself and his loved ones. With a career built for this very moment, the seminal awardwinning actor must take on the role of a lifetime: Nick Cage. APRIL 18 — 20 1 1 AM, 3 & 7 PM PARADISE HIGHWAY 2022 | R | 1H 55MIN Academy Award® winners Juliette Binoche and Morgan Freeman lead this riveting thriller set in the trucking industry and its seamy underbelly of human trafficking. To save the life of her brother (Frank Grillo), Sally (Binoche), a truck driver, reluctantly agrees to smuggle illicit cargo: a girl named Leila (Hala Finley). As Sally and Leila begin a danger-fraught journey across state lines, a dogged FBI operative (Freeman) sets out on their trail, determined to do whatever it takes to terminate a human-trafficking operation -- and bring Sally and Leila to safety. APRIL 25 — 27 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 58MIN 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes — or even a football — to playing for the Texas state championships. Over the course of their winning season these underdogs and their resilient spirit became an inspiration to their city, state, and an entire nation in need of a rebound, even catching the attention of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The architect of their success was Rusty Russell (Luke Wilson), a legendary high school coach who shocked his colleagues by giving up a privileged position so he could teach and coach at an orphanage. Few knew Rusty's secret : that he himsel f was an orphan. Recognizing that his scrawny players couldn't beat the other teams with brawn, Rusty developed innovative strategies that would come to define modern football. 20 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. OSCAR WINNERS FROM 2022 APRIL 7 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 41MIN Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M'Baku, Okoye and the mighty Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers after the death of beloved King T'Challa. Banding together with War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross, the heroes strive to forge a new path. APRIL 14 11 AM & 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) THE FABELMANS 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 31MIN Inspired by Steven Spielberg's own childhood, in this coming-of-age story, a young man uncovers a shattering family secret and the power of film and imagination to help us see the truth about ourselves and each other. APRIL 21 11 AM & 3 PM (NO 7 PM SHOWING) EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE 2022 | R | 2H 12MIN Evelyn Wang, a flustered immigrant mother, is contacted from a parallel universe and told that only she can save the world. The unlikely hero must learn to channel her newfound powers and fight through the splintering timelines of the multiverse to save her home, her family, and herself in this big-hearted and irreverent adventure. 21 APRIL 28 3 & 7 PM (NO 11 AM SHOWING — 3 PM SHOWING IS CLOSED CAPTIONED) THE WHALE 2022 | R | 1H 57MIN Racked with guilt over abandoning his family and grieving the loss of the gay lover he left them for, Charlie (Brendan Fraser) is eating himself to death. But the now-600-pound English professor may yet find redemption when he reconnects with his teenage daughter.

EVENTS THIRD ANNUAL LA CRUISEIN CAR SHOW WRAP-UP What a turnout this year! It was great to see so many returning faces and cars as well as all the new faces and cars. There was a great crowd too, we received the most Crowd Favorite ballots than the last two shows combined, amazing! We are truly grateful for all the volunteers that helped make the Cruise-In possible, it would be so much more difficult without them. A special thanks to our sponsors, Charles Roland of Banker’s Life, Performance Plus, and Water’s Edge. Mark your calendars now for next year’s show on January 14, 2024. Winners: Crowd Favorite & Best Classic – Chuck Luck Best Modern – Frank Martin THANK YOU FROM LAPAC! By Karen Nelson A thank you to the Lake Ashton Community from the Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation for your participation in, enthusiasm for, and support of the 2023 Showcase, "One Singular Sensation". Our performers and crews generously donated their time and talents so we could create and stage the Showcase, THANK YOU — your contributions are immensely appreciated on every level. Without your support this Showcase could not have occurred. To the LA residents who support the Showcase, and their neighbors and friends, in so many ways, THANK YOU! Your support is essential and tremendously appreciated. LAPAC's thoughts and plans have now turned to creating the 2024 Showcase — we can feel the excitement already building! Free Murder Mystery Event for Lake Ashton’s Volunteers It doesn’t take a detective to figure out that volunteers make Lake Ashton go ‘round, so Clubhouse staff and supervisors ar e showing their appreciation by inviting all LA volunteers to this very special event: Who: Anyone who volunteers at Lake Ashton in any capacity What: “Death of a Gangster” Murder Mystery Event … plus free desserts When: April 21 at 7 pm Where: Clubhouse Ballroom … aka the Dunn Speakeasy Why: To show appreciation for the volunteers who help keep LA running smoothly every day! Get your free ticket at the Clubhouse Activities Office for this event you won’t want to miss! This event is free thanks to the following sponsors: Performance Golf Carts, Andrew Stroud of Raymond James, Kevin Weltlin of State Farm, Water's Edge of Lake Wales. In this “married to the mob” event, you’ll never know who to trust. With the two families merging together, someone is bound to lose power, which means someone else will lose their life! Get on the trolley and solve this case with your fellow detectives. Dress like the cat’s meow for this mafia wedding! Flapper dresses, zoot suits, feather boas and headbands, pinstriped suits and fedoras are all appropriate. Traditional wedding attire is nifty too! 22 15TH ANNUAL F INE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW By Larry & Joanne Hillock The 15th annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show wouldn’t have been possible without 48 artists and photographers submitting 126 entries. The attendance of 576 was an all-time record! The show wouldn’t have been possible without of months of hard work by the committee consisting of Ann Boogher, Steve Bachleda, Nancy Hallfin, Larry & Joanne Hillock, Charles Inman, Sharon Makela, Marilyn Noffsinger and Lyn Rogers. Thank you to our sponsors, for providing complimentary admission, cookies and iced tea: Bernie Pruitt, Hill Nissan, Boyett Family Dentistry, The Gallery & Frame Shop, Kevin Weltlin — State Farm, Snowbird Heating & Cooling, and Tessier Law Firm. Thank you to all who made the show one for the record books. See the back cover of this issue for pictures. And the winners are: PHOTOGRAPHY Best In Show Shelley Brodka Pictorial 1st – John Garner 2nd – Beth Buie 3rd – Larry Brodka Honorable Mention – James Campbell Nature 1st – Larry Hillock 2nd – Barbara Ann Comer 3rd- Norman Stern Honorable Mention – Brad Kirwan People 1st- Michele Louapre 2nd – Julian Polgar 3rd – Sheri Garner Honorable Mention –- Alice Weissman Things 1st – Shelley Brodka 2nd – Jane Storrs 3rd – Ray Makovec Honorable Mention – John Garner 23 Creative 1st – John Garner 2nd – Pam Klawinski 3rd – Ron McKie Honorable Mention – John Garner FINE ARTS Best in Show – Sharon Makela Painting - Oil or Acrylic 1st – Carol O’Brien 2nd & 3rd– Marie Baral Honorable Mention – Lyn Rogers (2), Charles Inman (2), Cathy Libra (2) Painting - Watercolor 1st – Charles Inman 2nd – Barbara Staschke 3rd – Sharon Makela Painting – Mixed Media 1st – Barbara Staschke 2nd – Marie Baral 3rd – Becky Mistretta Drawing/Illustration (pastels) 1st & 2nd – Becky Mistretta 3rd – Joyce Longworth Lake Ashton BusTrips Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the following trip with a check payable to Small World Tours: DATE TBD - DEEP SEA FISHING EXCURSION $175/PERSON INCLUDES R/T TRANSPORTATION, PRIVATE CHARTER ON 85 FOOT LONG BOAT, LICENSES, BAIT, TACKLE, FISHING ROD AND REELS, ICE, DRIVER GRATUITY. MAY 10 — 15: NASHVILLE MUSIC CITY $1599/PERSON INCLUDES R/T TRANSPORTATION, 5 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 3 DINNERS, ACCOMMODATIONS, TOURS, TICKETS, ACTIVITIES & ADMISSIONS, DRIVER GRATUITY. SEE MORE DETAILS AT CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE. DEPOSIT: $500

EASTER (RESURRECTION) SUNDAY SUNRISE SERVICE By Debby Landgrebe Rejoice and celebrate the blessing of Resurrection Sunday on Easter, April 9. Bring your golf carts, blankets, family, friends, visitors and neighbors. Most of all bring your heart prepared to sing praises to the Risen Lord and be filled with abundant joy! Come early as Service will begin promptly at 7 am behind the Clubhouse, in the garden/lawn overlooking Lake Ashton. Gather to hear a local pastor and sing wonderful Easter hymns. For those also planning to attend their own church service, the LA Sunrise Service will conclude by 8. Seating will be available as well as golf cart parking. An offering will be taken. Everyone is welcome, regardless of belief. We have many reasons to be thankful and many reason to pray. Hope to see you Easter Sunday, April 9, behind the Clubhouse in the gardens at 7 am. Any questions, contact Debby Landgrebe. KARAOKE AT THE CLUBHOUSE Get over that mid-week hump on Wednesday, April 12, with some karaoke! Join friends and neighbors at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom to sing the night away. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $5. DERBY DAY PARTY Enjoy glamorous hats, dapper outfits, mint juleps and more at the Clubhouse Derby Day party on May 6 at 4 pm. The dazzling decor will transport you to the heart of Churchill Downs and feel like you're partying at the Turf Club. Be entertained at the cocktail-styled party by acoustic classic country music from Joey Foley while indulging in delicious hors d'oeuvres for $25. Prizes will be given for the most fabulous hat and best Derby style! End the evening with a live stream of the Kentucky Derby. Purchase your Derby Day ticket starting April 3 at 10 am at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard. Finger Sandwiches, Petite Desserts, Coffee, Iced Tea & Water Provided Shop at vendor tables of female owned businesses and fill your provided reusable shopping bag with goodies at a discount! Raffles and door prizes throughout the event. Tickets on sale April 10 for $17 24 Bloomin’ Beauties Ladies Luncheon May 19 at 11 am Clubhouse Ballroom CRAWL! APRIL 14 AT 7 PM AT THE CLUBHOUSE PUB 4 STOPS: BIKER BAR featuring a motorcycle show … vote on your favorite bike! IRISH PUB featuring a live fiddler! TIKI BAR featuring beach tunes, limbo and leis for everyone! LA PUB featuring live music by the Rusty Wright Band! Ticket price includes a pub themed food sampling along with choice of a themed well drink (virgin options available), beer or wine sampling. A cash bar and non-alcoholic beverages will be available at the last stop (LA Pub). $45/PERSON at the Clubhouse Activities Office with check payable to LACDD, Visa or MasterCard.

BACK TO THE ‘ 80S PARTY AT THE HFC Get your tickets at the HFC Activities Office today! LAKE ASHTON VETERANS ASSOCIATION (LAVA) GOLF TOURNAMENT: SAVE THE DATE! By Jim Mecsics The Third Annual Armed Forces Day Commander in Chief Golf Tournament will be held on May 20 at the Lake Ashton Golf Club. LAVA is again sponsoring this event to benefit veteran organizations as well as a local scholarship program. Sign-up sheets will be posted on the bulletin board in the Pro Shop mid-April. The tournament is open to all residents, and you can register as an individual or a group. At sign up you will be asked to affiliate with one of our services (Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard) to determine the winner of the Commander in Chiefs Trophy. The cost for the event is $35 for residents with a golf membership, $40 for residents without a golf membership, and $50 for non-residents. The fee includes golf, carts, prizes and lunch. Checks should be made payable to the Lake Ashton Golf Management. Questions on the tournament or sponsorship can be addressed to Bob Zelazny, Nancy Baker, or Jim Mecsics. SAVE THESE DATES ! • June 2 – Luau at the Clubhouse • June 23 – A Swashbucklin’ Affair at the Clubhouse • July 4 - Rootin’ Tootin’ July 4 at the Clubhouse • August 18 - Woodstock Party Featuring Paisley Craze at the Clubhouse • August 31 - Camp Lake Ashton Jamboree 26 27

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Reminder: April 11 is the Closing Day Game and Luncheon. All awards will be distributed at this fun yearend event. Be sure you have signed up. A very big thank you to the Nominating Committee for all their hard work; Rita Lee, Chairperson, Kathy Reed and Carol Williams. This is not an easy task. The LALGA invites all league members to come to its monthly meetings which are the first Wednesday of the month in the Craft Room at the Clubhouse. Agenda items are emailed to the members prior to the meeting. As always, if you have a concern, please ask a board member to put it on the agenda for further discussion. Thank you. Question: How many of you actually know how to play the many different formats of games that are listed in our Welcome Packet: Alternate Shot, Best Ball, BetterBall, Four Ball Better-Ball (4BBB), Foursomes, Greensomes, Match Play, Skins, Stableford, Stroke Play, Scramble and Texas Scramble? Many of these are well-known to league members and are played during the course of the year. But here is a brief overview of the not so familiar ones. Greensomes, also known as Scotch Foursomes, is a competition format that is a variation of foursomes (2person teams, each playing one ball.) In Greensomes, both players on a team tee off, the best of the two tee shots is selected and that ball is then played alternateshot until holed. In regular foursomes, the 2-person team would play alternate shot for the full hole, i.e., only one tee ball would be hit. Greensomes is essentially a 2person scramble off the tee, then alternate-shot into the hole. Skins is used to calculate the number of holes won or lost by a player or team and is what the Skins Games is played for. In a Skins game, you play a type of match play format in which each hole has a set value (usually in money or points.) The player who wins the hole is said to win the “Skin,” and whatever that Skin is worth. 28 Skins games are often more dramatic than standard match play because holes are not halved. When players tie on a given hole, the value of that hole is carried over and added to the value of the following hole. The more ties, the greater the value of the “Skin” and the bigger the eventual payoff. For example, a friendly skins game might be played for $1 per hole. If three holes in a row are played without a winner, then the fourth hole is worth $4 ($1 for its own value, plus a dollar for each hole that carries over.) A Texas Scramble is a competition format that is a basic scramble with a twist. Scrambles involve 2/3/4-person teams playing 2/3/4-balls, but with each shot coming from the same spot (the best drive is chosen and all four team members then hit from that spot, and so on.) The variation in a Texas Scramble is that at least four drives, (or whatever the tournament organizers decide) must be played by the members of the team during the course of the round. The stipulated number of drives needs to be hit by Player A, and by Player B and so on. In a regular scramble, a great driver might have his tee ball used on every hole. A Texas Scramble eliminates that possibility and allows even the weakest driver on the team to get into the action. LAKE ASHTON LADY GOLFERS By Margie Dersham Several lady golfers competed recently in the Polk County Women’s Golf Association Handicap Tournament. The handicap tournament was a two day event: February 27 at Sandpiper and March 6 at the Lake Wales Country Club. Congratulations to: Liz Leigh: AA Flight/1st Place; Donna Larsen/4th Place Vicki Andrew: A Flight/2nd Place Brenda Poe: D Flight/6th Place Polk County Women’s Golf Association Members play numerous courses in the Polk County area from October through April. The play is always flighted and gives one an opportunity to play different courses in the area and meet other lady golfers that also love the game. Membership for next year 2023-24 is available now. For more details, email Vicki Andrew at vandrew710@gmail.com.

LAMGA By David Kubissa The annual LAMGA Member-Guest Tournament teed off on March 9 amid sunny skies and pleasant temperatures as 60 teams vied over three days for prize money dangled before them. There were payouts for placing in 10 flights, getting closest to pins, and winning a shootout on No. 18 West, coupled with a prize-studded raffle sponsored by Huston Cadillac Buick GMC. Here are the results for the 10 flights, which paid out for the top three places. Teams are listed in order of finish, from first place through third with the member’s name first and guest second: Flight 1: Terry Edmunds/Rick Kyzer; Larry Leising/ David Ginsburg; Stan Scheffen/Jerry McDonnough. Flight 2: Charlie Mutz/Dan Mutz; Bob Plummer/Kelly Shafer; Rolly Geyer/Burris Warner Jr. Flight 3: Tom Fleming/Jeff Fleming; Doug Hines/Rick Steury; Fred Schrauben/Bret Schrauben. Flight 4: Steve Morgan/Ken Geissler; Mike Gerard/ Chris Bruser; Bill Winchester/Mark Hogan. Flight 5: Frank Vasquenza/R.J. Dominic; Tom Schoendorf/Rich Coble; Les Jacobson/Steve Robertson. Flight 6: Jim Salb/Paul Salb; Larry Wilson/Carl Maenza; Mike Lee/Justin Lee. Flight 7: Denis Lussier/Bob Martel; Ron McDonnell/ Burris Warner Sr.; Randall Carpenter/Ron Caudill. Flight 8: Jerry Ryan/Cris Kendall; John Wyckoff Sr./ John Wyckoff Jr.; Ray Woods/ Wayne Baierel. Flight 9: Denis Mulhearn/Jeff Mulhearn; Tim Wayt/ Mike Dehman; Don Abbott/Joe Mosso. Flight 10: John Milsom/Dan Trudgen; Mike Lavigna/ Ron Penpraze; Carl A. Pritchard/Carl F. Pritchard. The tournament relied heavily on the support of local businesses, especially the major sponsors: Chris Bruser, Mutual of Omaha; Amerity Financial/Burris Warner; Snowbird Heating and Cooling; Art’s Golf Cars; and Red Hoagland Hyundai. These businesses provided funding that went toward food, beverages, and closest-to-pin prize money. A special thanks goes out to Huston Cadillac Buick GMC that supplied dozens of raffle prizes and offered a $50,000 credit toward a new vehicle if any golfer canned an ace on No 2 East. No one did. In other LAMGA news, the weekly games rolled on with players vying for prize credits at the pro shop. Here are the top five contenders for the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge with their accumulative winnings through March 1: 1st: Darrell Reid, $79.10; 2nd: Rolly Geyer, $51.75; 3rd: Paul Guay, $ 46.15; 4th: Don Feliks, $ 45.85; 5th: Mike Renaud, $ 45.75. Pictured: Golfers line up in the fairway on No. 18 West for the Red Hoagland Hyundai closest-to-pin shootout. Each of the teams in all 10 flights could choose one player to take a shot 100 yards to the hole and compete to be the one winner in his flight. LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt As another winter season comes to a close, we’d like to thank our President Karen Ferrande and our Treasurer MaryLou Jameson for all their hard work these past two years. Bravo! Great Job! Kudos! April 4th is our end of season scramble with luncheon and surprises – looking forward to seeing everyone there! Hard to believe it’s already time to say bon voyage to our snowbirds heading back north; safe travels to all. As the days get longer and hotter, just a quick reminder to keep hydrated. It’s easier now that some drinking water stations have been installed around the course. Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info!

CLUBS CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock This month's meeting will be held on Monday, April 10 at 10:30 in the Cinema. Suggestions and planning for future photo shoots will be discussed. Members are encouraged to share their ideas. Please bring a few of your photos on a memory stick so they can be viewed by everyone. We will determine if we will meet in May, as many members will be starting to leave the community for the summer. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis Lake Ashton’s Garden Club’s recent meeting was held on March 9 in the Pavilion. Most of the meeting centered around the club’s upcoming “silent auction” scheduled for April 13 at 10am in the Pavilion. This is the club’s big fundraiser. It is open to members of the Lake Ashton Community. There will be many plants and other garden related merchandise at a very affordable price! There will be succulents, native plants, and many houseplants to choose from. Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, will also be on hand to help answer plant and garden questions. Members of the club will be available too. The Garden Club asks buyers to please bring small bills if planning to attend. It will be a lot easier for making change. If anyone has items to donate please email Lynn Davis at crladavis@aol.com. The Garden Club does not collect dues. All monies from the fundraiser go towards upkeep of current and planned projects, guest speakers and other materials needed for club meetings. In addition to this month’s monthly meeting, Barb Cassidy, a member of the club, will have given a tour of her garden. The tour took place on March 23 also at 10 am. Barb has a wide variety of plants that attract many pollinators. The club is lucky to have Barb as a member. 32 Sil Wells also presented to the club an easy way to transplant plants. She also reviewed how to care for poinsettias for continued blooms in the Fall and Winter. Lucky members took home tomato plants and newly growing poinsettias. Mark your calendar orchid lovers! The meeting May 11 will feature Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, giving advice on how to maintain and care for orchids. The meeting will again be held at the Pavilion at 10 am. The Garden Club meets either the second Thursday or Wednesday of every month, but July. LA TRAVELERS By Laurie Cayton Which Lake Ashton Club has been ongoing longer than any others? The Lake Ashton Travelers were formed 20 years ago and we are starting our 20th year with a bang. The LA Travelers are a group of RV enthusiasts who meet for weekly socials on Tuesday afternoons in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 3:30 pm and plan monthly RV Rallies around Florida. We are the largest Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association) in the Southeast Region. So far this year the group has attended the Tampa RV Super Show and held a "Party in the Pasture,” a new tradition which finds us in a Winter Haven pasture where we eat, drink, play games and have a ball! The picture below features many of those who were in attendance, as well as some of their rigs. March will find us in Perry, GA at the FMCA's 106th International Convention & RV. Questions on how to join? Contact Membership Coordinator Maureen Sim at 863-605-0309. > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 1-year 18-month 5.40 4.95 5.35 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 33 % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 03/10/23. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Rose Crognale LA Swim Club is a group of fitness swimmers that do coach-provided swim workouts together several times a week. See page 12 for recent results and pictures from the Senior Games. New participants are always welcome if you can swim two lengths of the indoor pool. For more info email Coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com. LA BELLES By Debbie Platt, Donna Debnar & Anita Thurman Ladies, please join us this month to celebrate that fine Southern tradition, the Kentucky Derby, which runs on May 6. The luncheon will be held at Harborside Restaurant at 2435 7th Street SW, Winter Haven, on April 26 at noon. Celebrate by wearing your Kentucky Derby Hats! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall before April 19 so we can give the restaurant a final reservation count (maximum is 40). We will order from the menu and receive individual bills. And, we are off to the races! Good Morning Lake Ashton! There will be a meeting on April 17 at 7 pm in the HFC Craft Room for all Disney enthusiasts. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to come. We will be discussing future events and perhaps a game or two. BLACKMOOR/ L ITCHF IELD POTLUCK By Margie Dersham If you are a neighbor living on Blackmoor or Litchfield Loop, bring an appetizer or a dessert that serves eight or more to share April 2 at 6 pm at the HFC Community Center. Cost is $2 per household. BYOB. Come gather to get know each other, have some fun, and make new friends. Paper plates, utensils, and napkins will be provided. Please RSVP to Margie Dersham by calling 352-359-3029 or emailing justrightacres@gmail.com. 34 GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl In March our club visited the Bartow Genealogy Library and discovered the wonderful re s o u rc e s available there. Our tour was led by Preston Petermeier who did an outstanding job helping us realize just how important local genealogy libraries can be when we are researching our ancestors. We are planning more "field trips" like this in the future. Our next meeting will take place at the Craft Room in the HFC on April 12 at 2 pm. Come join us to either start your adventure or continue looking for your past family members. All levels of expertise are welcome. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In March, several new members were welcomed, and the group discussed future lunches, dinners and other activities. Carol Corley is arranging a luncheon at Lavender and Lace in Lake Alfred, details to come. Karen Nelson has reserved A Living Waters Boat cruise of the Chain of Lakes on April 19. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month will be held in the Pavilion at 4 pm. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on April 2. Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the club, group, or organization they are trying to join. Recurring events and meetings of clubs, groups and organizations are also included on the calendars for the Clubhouse & HFC inserted into this issue. 35

TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers February 14: Chris Verges, Pauline Pare, Sil Wells, and Dee Mayne February 21: Pat Sammons, Judy Marine, Lois Dole, and Elaine Inman February 28: Pat Sammons, Pauline Pare, Dick Dole, Don Fuller, and Jeannine Connors March 7: Colette McKee, Liz Leigh, Pat Sammons, Lois Dole, and Pauline Pare Party Bridge is played Tuesdays starting at 1:45 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. It is open to all levels of bridge players. This is informal play with open discussion of bidding and play of the hands at each table. The goal is to have an enjoyable time while improving our game. Contact George Rogers at georgerogers4321@gmail.com or 419-708-3320 if you wish to play. DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 12:45 until approximately 3:30pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Please sign up in advance in the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse Information Wall. A partner is required. For help finding a partner or for more information contact Don Fuller at dfuller627@yahoo.com. February 13, North-South: 1st Don Fuller & James Ford; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Patricia Foster; 3rd John Sammons & Pat Sammons East-West: 1st Pauline Pare & Nancy Golding; 2nd Keith Stevens & Barb Cassidy; 3rd Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales February 20, North-South: 1st Ralph Ritter & Karla Gengler; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Mary Lois Teyssier; 3rd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson East-West: 1st Janice Fleming & Tom Fleming; 2nd Liz Leigh & Trish Kellar; 3rd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare February 27, North-South: 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Mary Lois Teyssier; 3rd Barb Cassidy & Keith Stevens 36 East-West 1st: Pauline Pare & Sonny Robinson;2nd Ralph Ritter & Karla Kengler; 3rd Jeff Wilkinson & Ann Wilkinson March 3, North-South: 1st Pat Sammons & John Sammons; 2nd Don Fuller & Jim Ford; 3rd Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster East-West: 1st Ralph Ritter & Judy Robertson; 2nd George Rogers & Sandra Burns; 3rd Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting on April 6 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting will start at 4:30. The speakers are Barbara Harris and John Hill, the newly-elected First & Second Vice-Chairs, respectively, of the Polk County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC). Barbara and John will discuss ongoing activities of the DEC and ways in which our club can work in concert with the DEC. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Gary Johnson, President The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet April 26 at the Clubhouse. Check-in and social time starts at 3:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 4 pm. The guest speaker is Robert Goodman, County Citizens Defending Freedom (CCDF) Director, Polk County. Members and their guests are welcome. For more information, please contact Linda Sandel at 863-368-0699, sandelly7@gmail.com. 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LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves During the February meeting The Girl Scouts presented to LAVA and LAVA Auxiliary beautiful awards for their support for the troops over the last several years. During the evening another $1,500 was raised (300 boxes of cookies) for the military. All residents are invited to attend the LAVA Auxiliary Meeting April 19 at 6:30 pm near the Clubhouse Stage. We are a group of residents that support our military and have fun doing so. See below for just a few things that we do… • The annual Lake Ashton Craft Show will be held on October 21. This event has raised thousands of dollars for our veterans. At this time, applications are being accepted for the Craft Show. Applications can be picked up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Once the event is sold out for crafters, you will be placed on a wait list. • Red, white, and blue bows are once again for sale. Last years’ bows sold out quickly and could be seen throughout the community on golf carts and mailboxes to show Lake Ashton’s patriotism. The bows will be for sale at Monday Coffees for $5. • Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Mr. Lake Ashton event has been cancelled. • LAVA Auxiliary’s Member Appreciation meeting was celebrated last month with pizza and shared stories. We remembered why we do what we do; to honor our military … the veterans and those currently serving in the military. God Bless America! God Bless our Veterans! LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Happy Easter and Happy Passover to all who celebrate. This year is just flying by and summer is almost here. As part of its Independence Day 38 celebration, Lake Ashton holds a Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade that starts at the HFC and ends at the Clubhouse. This summer LA Rockers has scheduled its fundraiser in coordination with this parade. When celebrants arrive at the Clubhouse after the parade they will be able to either donate and choose a painted rock or participate in our Silent Auction where the highest bidders will win beautiful works of art. In addition to continuing to create kindness rocks to hide throughout our community, LA Rockers will be spending time preparing for our fundraiser. We thank the LA Community for the generosity and support they have shown us in the past, and are looking forward to more of the same. The funds raised will enable us to continue painting and hiding rocks for LA residents to find, enjoy, and share. This is in accordance with our mission statement goal that "one message at just the right moment can change someone's entire day, outlook, and life". LA Rockers will meet twice during April. April 5 will be a "teaching" meeting geared to those who already have experience painting rocks whether with LA Rockers or on their own. This class will be taught by a member. Specifics about the class will be announced on our Facebook page in advance so that members can prepare. The second meeting on April 19 will be a "free paint" meeting and hopefully a lot of fundraiser rocks will be completed. Newcomers will be welcome to the "free paint" meeting where one of our administrators will share an orientation to rock painting with them. After the orientation, the newcomers can sit with one of our more experienced painters and try to paint a rock of their own. Newcomers: Before coming to the meeting, contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com), so that we know you are coming and can let you know what supplies you need to bring. You don't have to be a serious artist to be a Rocker - we will teach you how to put a smile on someone's face while enjoying a lovely afternoon with a great group of people.

MIND&BODY AMATEUR RADIO TECHNICIAN CLASS The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Club will be giving an amateur radio Technician Class for anyone in Lake Ashton who wishes to prepare for an exam session on September 5, 12, and 19 from 9:30 am until 12 pm in the HFC Poker Room. There are still a few spaces left in this class but the limit is 10 so they are first come, first served. Anyone wishing to take the class should contact Dave Bishop at DBishop1867@gmail.com The Lake Wales Repeater Association holds test sessions on the first Saturday of each month at the American Red Cross in Winter Haven. They do not take walk-ins so you must pre register for the exam. (email VElwra.us) Before registering for the exam you will need to get a FCC FRN number (visit fcc.gov/ wireless/support/knowledge-base/universal-licensingsystem-uls-resources/getting-fcc-registration.) LA SOCIAL TENNIS 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the HFC or Clubhouse courts. No need to sign up, just bring your tennis racquet, tennis balls provided. Contact Debbie Grabb at 863-324-0600 with questions. There is a ball machine stored at the Clubhouse courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays at 11 am in HFC Sports Court. Yoga positions are shown for every level including first time practicers. Participants are encouraged to honor their bodies at all times. Practiced regularly, 40 yoga improves posture, balance, flexibility, anxiety, stress, and provides a host of other benefits. Chair yoga will be offered if requested. COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom Beginners Plus: Tuesdays at 8 pm, Thursdays at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays at 1 pm in the HFC Community Center LA DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (Certified DVIDA instructor — 863.875.6728) Learn the American Tango Mondays in April from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Room. FREE! No Partner needed! FAMI LY ELDER LAW 2023 BOOT CAMP Do the unknowns of the future keep you up at night? If the answer is yes, then this 2023 Wills, Trusts, and Lifetime Planning Boot Camp is for you. This monthly boot camp will teach you how to create a Lifetime Comprehensive Plan. Jason Penrod, Board Certified Elder Law Expert and Financial Advisor will lead you on a step-by-step year-long journey towards “peace of mind”. Next Class: April 24 at 10:30 am Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “Who will receive my assets when I die? Will my family have to probate?” Upcoming Classes: May 22: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” June 26: “Should I have a Trust? What does ‘Funding Your Trust’ mean?” Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com AUTHORIZED DEALER 41

TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard A fun group of tappers who gather weekly on Fridays at 10 am at the Clubhouse Stage to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Julie at jbombard73@gmail.com. FUSED GLASS CLASSES Catch a Wave April 6 from 9 am to Noon at the HFC Craft Room. Cost is $35 to be paid at class. Create a fused glass suncatcher featuring a uniquely beautiful wave. Preregistration is required. All materials are included. Fused Glass Plate & More April 14 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Cost $35 to be paid at the class. Create a 7” square plate, a trivet or 4 coasters from fused glass. Preregistration required. All materials are included. Sign up for classes at the location that the class will be held. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr April 8 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Baby Angel $35 (payable at class) Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on April 7. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on April 18 at 10 or noon in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up for a time slot soon at the HFC as reservations go quickly. Join the group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. DIY BEADED DAISY CHAIN Celebrate spring by wearing an adorable beaded daisy chain created by you! Join the Art of Beading in the Ballroom on April 12 at 12 pm to learn how to make either a bracelet or necklace. All instructions and supplies will be included for only $10. You don’t want to miss this class, come sign-up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard today! BRUSHES AND BEVERAGES Cr eate your own delightful wall painting, hand-painted by you! For $35, each painter will be receiving stepby-step instructions to create a 16x20 canvas painting and will be supplied with a 16x20 canvas, acrylic paints, and brushes. This event will take place on May 5 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Stop by the Activities Desk with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli to reserve your spot by May 1. You won’t want to miss this; a maximum of 30 people can sign up but a minimum of 10 people is needed! 42

15th Annual Fine Arts & Photography Show see p. 23 for list of winners

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter March 2023 Simply the Best! LAPAC PRESENTS ... ONE SINGULAR sensation March 24 & 25 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Get Your Tickets Today! Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES April Issue Deadline: March 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 MARCH 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. MARCH 6 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: Neighborhood Watch Presents: Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Chief Meet and Greet • Featured Vendor: Christine Graves Insurance MARCH 13 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Polk County Homeless High School Graduates with SPECIAL GUEST • Featured Vendors: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, and Tessier Law Firm MARCH 20 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Bring your knives and scissors that need sharpening to the Wood Shop (near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Dr.) between 8:30 & 10 am March 20. Wrap in newspaper & identify with your name and telephone number. MARCH 27 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non-perishable food donations for Lake Wales Care Center can be dropped off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: Lake Wales Fire Department Fire Safety • Featured Vendor: ComForCare There will be a Lake Wales Commissioner Candidate Meet & Greet March 27 after Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, March 17, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, March 20, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Alex Fuertes is back with the GMS team at Lake Ashton! He started with us in November 2022 and has recently been promoted to Facility Maintenance Supervisor. He will take over direct supervision of Joseph Payne, our newest Facility Maintenance Coordinator (more on him in the April edition of the LA Times!). When you see Alex be sure to congratulate him on his promotion and welcome him back to Lake Ashton. When Alex is not working at Lake Ashton he can be found fishing with his 2 boys in the local lakes, coaching 2 little league baseball teams or ministering to youth at the local county jail. He is truly an remarkable person and has some great stories. We are lucky to have him back at Lake Ashton! 6 The 30th Annual Polk Senior Games are scheduled to run through March 11 at various sites throughout the county. More information can be found online at polkseniorgames.org. If you compete in the Games, and/or win a medal, you can send a picture and your information to valerie@lakeshtoncdd.com for recognition in the LA Times! Lake Ashton Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the following trip with a check payable to Small World Tours: BusTrips MAY 10 — 15: NASHVILLE MUSIC CITY $1599/PERSON INCLUDES R/T TRANSPORTATION, 5 BREAKFASTS, 2 LUNCHES, 3 DINNERS, ACCOMMODATIONS, TOURS, TICKETS, ACTIVITIES & ADMISSIONS, DRIVER GRATUITY. SEE MORE DETAILS AT CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE. DEPOSIT: $500 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: March 8 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE March 8 & 22, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME: SPRING FOWARD MARCH 12 Set your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night before you go to bed (some electronic devices such as smartphones and iPads make this change automatically). This is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries. 2023 POLK SENIOR GAMES 7

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191, brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: March 13, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director The first day of Spring is March 20 and soon residents will have more daylight to enjoy the great outdoors in Lake Ashton. Try out a new outdoor activity if you haven't already. There are many outdoor activities available such as Bocce, shuffleboard, outdoor life-size chess, horseshoes, corn hole, tennis, and pickleball. There are also plenty of indoor activities and fitness classes available to residents as well — be sure to check the calendar inserts and the Mind and Body section for dates and times of classes. While the community is at peak population, be aware of extra vehicles, golf carts, and pedestrians on the roads. Road safety is important for all drivers of vehicles including golf carts. Please remember the speed limit throughout the community is 20 mph. With an increase in visitors coming to Lake Ashton during this time of year caution should be used when entering and exiting the community. Please be mindful of the stop sign when entering via the resident gate. This is to ensure a safe speed when entering the community. Under no circumstance should residents access the visitor lane with their gate opener unless the resident side is inoperable. The safety of our Security Guards and all others accessing the gate is of utmost importance. This creates an unsafe environment for everyone. The Board of Supervisors meeting was held on February 27 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. A wrap up of actions taken was sent out via email on February 28. Please contact Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like a copy of the report that was sent out. CDD WEBSITE INFORMATION The joint amenity policy is now posted on lakeashtoncdd.com (below right QR code) and lakeashton2cdd.com (below left QR code) for residents to view. To navigate easily to these websites, point your smartphone’s camera at the codes and follow the link. Also on each website residents can find the scheduled joint meetings, regular board meeting dates for LACDD and LAIICDD, agendas, meeting minutes, Supervisor contact information and other documents relevant to each CDD. There is also an option to sign up to receive blast emails from the Clubhouse and HFC, Eagle’s Nest, and Pro Shop. You will need to click on a confirmation link sent to you after signing up to receive emails online. If you cannot receive emails please email valerie@akeashtoncdd.com. 8 HOSTING FAMILY FOR SPRING BREAK? March is a traditional time for family and friends to escape the cold up north and come to visit those lucky enough to live at Lake Ashton. Remember that when you see a visiting grandchild they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Residents, please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other Clubhouse amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities. Golf carts should be driven only by those 14 years and older in Lake Wales and 16 years and older in Winter Haven. All drivers (car and golf carts) must observe the stop signs and 20 mph speed limit. Adults should not place young children on their laps between them and the steering wheel as this creates a hazardous condition for the children in the case of a panic stop or accident. JOINT AMENITIES POLICY Each month an excerpt from the newly adopted Joint Amenities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. The full policy can be found on the CDD websites: lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. Listed below is the specific policy that is in place for the Pavilion at the Clubhouse. Recently Staff has noticed the Pavilion being left dirty with trash not properly disposed of in the dumpster (east parking lot) and grills not being cleaned following residents functions. Please be mindful of #5 below. The facilitator of the group or reservation holder is solely responsible for ensuring all of these policies are adhered to when utilizing this specific Amenity. Please reach out to Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director via email at (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) with any questions. PAVILION (page 21) 1. Reservations can be made through the Amenities Manager’s office. 2. The Pavilion is furnished with tables, chairs, fans, electricity, and grills. If you are unsure how to operate the grills or need assistance with any equipment, please contact the Amenity Manager or Staff for instructions. No grills or smokers are allowed inside the pavilion. 3. If, at any time, the equipment at the Pavilion fails to operate properly, please contact the Amenity Manager or Staff for assistance. 4. Guests must be eighteen (18) years of age and older to operate the grills. 5. Ensure that the Pavilion and surrounding area is clean and free from trash and debris following any function. Patron who reserves and holds a function at the pavilion and fails to clean up and return it to the condition in which it was obtained may be charged a cleanup fee by the Amenity Manager. 6. Room reservations are non-exclusive. At the Amenity Manager’s discretion and depending upon scheduling availability, reservations for multiple groups may be booked at the same time in this room. When multiple group activities are scheduled, please be courteous of others. MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR CITY OF LAKE WALES The Regular Municipal Election for the City of Lake Wales will be held Tuesday, April 4. There are two seats up for election: Seat 3, (currently held by Commissioner Terrye Howell) and Seat 5 (currently held by Commissioner Robin Gibson). These seats are for three year terms. Lake Ashton residents living in Lake Wales can vote in person in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Election Day or contact the Supervisor of Elect ions at 863-534-5888 to request an absentee ballot. The polls are open from 7 am to 7pm. Please be sure to bring a photo ID. To find out more, visit polkelections.com for a sample ballot or contact the City of Lake Wales City Clerk at 863-678-4182. Please note: Due to elections there will be no activities in the Ballroom and no movies shown on this day. The Activities Office will remain open from 9 am - 5 pm.

LAIICDD NEWS By Jim Mecsics, Chairman, LAIICDD Board of Supervisors LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com photo by David Muller As you all know, Mary Bosman retired from her duties as Community Director at Lake Ashton after a truly outstanding career. The Board is now actively seeking candidates to fill that position. At our recent meeting, the job description for Community Director was reviewed and changes made to best reflect what the position encompasses, along wi th the exper ience and qualifications desired. The Board designated a supervisor, Mary Clark, to work with the District Manager to advertise for candidates as well as doing an initial screening for those best suited. Once that is accomplished, a list of candidates will be presented to the Board for review and selection at a future meeting. The Board is also doing a strategic planning process to define future needs and requirements. The meeting in March will start with a Strategic Planning Workshop followed by a general meeting. We encourage all of you to contact your supervisors to provide any input you might have for the planning process. The Board looks forward to working with the new Community Director as we go into the third decade of Lake Ashton II CDD operations! 10 11

RESID ENT SPO TLI GHT: DIANNE MACKO What do you do when you are a city girl who wants to join a county 4-H group? And what do you do when you retire from teaching card making classes at Lake Ashton and have some time on your hands? Well, you go back to your summer home in Crossville, TN, enter five exhibits of jewelry and cards at the Cumberland County Fair and come home with 3 firsts (blue ribbons), a 2nd, and a 3rd. Then as a member of the Taylor Chapel FCE (Adult 4-H Group) you enter a 6th exhibit against your peers and win 1st in the county and 1st in the Regional! That’s what you do with your spare time! Dianne enjoys her card making as she taught monthly classes at the JDC for 11 years. She was also introduced to beading here at the Clubhouse and is a member of that group. Congratulations, Dianne, for these accomplishments! She and her husband Milo Macko live on Dunmore Drive. HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger Don’t miss Monday Coffee on March 13 at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom that will feature Vickie Griffith's update and presentation of the homeless high school seniors. The need is even greater this year with prices on everything rising! These students will not be attending the usual graduation ceremony because hopefully by then they will have a job for the summer. But due to your generosity, they will be taken out of school and given their own graduation party! The motivational speaker for that party will also be at Monday Coffee for you to meet and hear. Any donation of items or money will help. There also is a congratulations banner posted at every Monday Coffee for all to sign to express their congratulations. Donations can be dropped off at either Clubhouse Activities Desk or contact Doris at miker0343@yahoo.com or 217-652-6636. 12 CLUBHOUSE PHOTO CONTEST VOTING The photo contest voting is complete and the winners have been chosen! Soon, residents will be able to see these pictures displayed throughout the Clubhouse. Thank you to everyone who participated. There are truly many talented individuals in Lake Ashton! 1st Place, above: Dennis Krupinski 2nd Place, below, 1st row left: Dennis Krupinski 3rd Place, below, 1st row right: Brad Kirwan 4th Place, below, 2nd row left: John Garner 5th Place, below, 2nd row right: Dennis Krupinski 6th Place, 3rd row: Gloria O’Rourke

L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Killdeer is a year-round resident at Lake Ashton. This medium-sized shorebird can be seen walking or running along golf cart paths or flying low in open areas. It is brown and white with two black rings around its neck and has a rusty colored tail. It nests on the ground often close to water. A nest can be easily overlooked, but the parent will put on a convincing "broken wing display" when people or predators are too close attempting to draw attention to itself. Killdeer call vociferously "killdeer, killdeer, killdeer," hence the name. Lake Ashton residents have often put markers around known nest sites to help protect them. Shortly after the chicks are born they are wide-eyed and ready to run. They are a precocial species that spends extra time developing in the egg. These adorable fluff-balls resemble the parents, but only have one ring around the neck. LIVING WITH WILDLIFE There are many types of wildlife at Lake Ashton. During the spring many young animals, including sandhill cranes (also called colts), are seen roaming around Lake Ashton. At times residents may see a baby on its own and think it has been orphaned by its parents. Rarely are animals actually orphaned; the parent may be searching for food or observing its young from a distance. Generally, if you find a baby animal it is best to leave it alone — do not pick them up or remove them from their natural environment. Report wildlife you think may be injured or orphaned to the nearest FWC Regional Office at 863-648-3200. Removing the baby could be dangerous for the baby as well as the person removing. Remember, it is illegal to feed wildlife — even throwing some pieces of old bread in your backyard or pond to feed ducks and birds can cause adverse effects. Feeding wildlife can reduce their fear of humans which may result in aggression and the need for the animal to be removed or killed in order to protect public safety. • Cranes fed by humans can become aggressive toward people and have been known to damage window screens and do other property damage such as scratching at windows. • Cranes attracted to people's yards for feed are put at risk as they walk across roads. Many sandhill cranes are killed each year on Florida roads. • The cranes' diets, which normally are quite diverse, are disrupted when they eat one food item (such as corn), consistently. • Heavy pesticide use in urban lawns also is of concern. Young sandhill cranes have died from pesticide poisoning. • Florida sandhill cranes have an abundance of natural foods (insects and small animals) and they do not need handouts from humans. NATIVE AQUATIC PLANTS Many Floridanative aquatic plant species can be found in the waters of Lake Ashton. These are the most prevalent plant species: Duck Potato, Bulrush, Pickerel Weed, and Spikerush (pictured above, counterclockwise from top left). For the health of our lakes and ponds, these plants are essential. The roles these plants have vary from shoreline stability to filtering unwanted nutrients in the water that could fuel algae blooms. The Lake Ashton CDD contracts a reliable company for nuisance vegetation management. To protect native aquatic plant life, selective herbicides are utilized. Email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions or concerns. 15

Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis The coontie is the only Florida Native cycad. This “palm-like” shrub is considered the most ancient of plants. A cycad is a seed plant with a woody trunk and hard evergreen leaves. The coontie cycads produce large reddish-orange seed cones. It has stiff-glossy featherlike leaves and a thick stem. They are slow growing and form a mounding cycad shrub. The compact size can be anywhere from one to three feet with a width of three feet. The shrub is not choosy about light and is cold tolerant. It’s best to plant away from foundations and in an area where it has enough room to spread. The coontie attracts a very rare butterfly called the Atala butterfly. This shrub is the only food source for this insect. This is a lowmaintenance plant that adds a tropical look to any landscaping. It grows in the sandy soil found in our area. It can be grown in full sun or shade. A great place to view coonties are at Bok Tower Gardens. LA II (WH ) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS ( BOD) CONTACT INFORMATION Lake Ashton II (Winter Haven) Homeowners Association Board Members Contact Info Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com Gary Johnson, Secretary, secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com The ARC in Winter Haven is looking for a couple of new ARC Reps if you are interested please email your name, email and phone number to the ARC at A8Lawharc2@gmail.com. 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PARKING SAFETY SAFETY CAP By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are part of Neighborhood Watch you are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol does this by patrolling our streets. Our job is to look for things that do not belong in our community. Our presence with our lights flashing while patrolling our streets is our deterrent to help keep our streets safe. Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets once a week for two hours. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. More information: Mike Weissberg, 863-324-3541 (leave a message). NEIGH B ORHO O D WATCH FORUM By Fay Wood, NW Chief It is time again for your NW all inclusive community Leadership Team to present what is happening in and out of Lake Ashton and throughout Lake Wales and Winter Haven. Special guests include the Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Chiefs discussing what is happening in their cities. All NW Safety Team Members and other partners are invited to join in this important meeting at Monday Coffee on March 6 at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. If you have specific questions you would like answered, email them to fswperson@aol.com and these will become the questions of priority during the meeting. If time permits the Q&A will be opened to the audience. Let everyone continue to work together to keep this beautiful community safe and crime free all year long. As our wonderful Polk County Sheriff, Grady Judd, indicated, Lake Ashton is his safest community in the County! Thanks to all NW Safety Team Members and partners. To keep this community as safe, enjoyable, and accessible as possible for everyone, all residents and guests, in motor vehicles and golf carts alike, should observe and practice the no parking policy under the Clubhouse porte-cochère (the covered portion of the stone paved driveway). Please help to maintain clear traffic lanes at the Clubhouse at all times so that emergency vehicles and neighbors with limited mobility can have quick and easy access for loading and unloading when needed. Loading and unloading is permitted on a limited basis and should be done so as quickly as possible. All golf carts parking elsewhere on the front driveway should only park with both front wheels touching the curb towards the Clubhouse, not parallel to it, to allow as much room as possible for others to park. Do not park at any time on the opposite curb nearest the fountain. Please observe the No Stopping or Parking signs in front of the resales office This applies to all motor vehicles and golf carts on both the street and the sidewalk.This is one of the community’s busiest and highest traffic locations and stopping and parking at this location can create very hazardous conditions for pedestrians and vehicles traversing this area. C RT CERTainly Safe WHAT THE HECK IS “CERT”? COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Home Safey Tips from Your Lake Ashton Community Emergancy Response Team With so many acronyms to remember these days you may not know what “CERT” is. First, what it’s not: it’s NOT a breath mint. It stands for Citizens Emergency Response Team and our own LA CERT is made up of residents like yourself that have been trained by Polk County Fire Rescue to respond with aid in our community in the event of a local emergency. Go to the web address below to learn more and how to join the Lake Ashton team. https://sites.google.com/view/lake-ashton-cert

MOVI ES MARCH 14 — 16 (NO 7 PM SHOWING MARCH 16) 1 1 AM, 3 PM , 7 PM TICKET TO PARADISE ADDITIONAL CLOSED CAPTIONING SCREENINGS HAVE BEEN ADDED! NOW, ALL MOVIE SHOWINGS ON TUESDAY, AND THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MARCH 1 — 2 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM TILL 2022 | R | 2H 10MIN When Mamie Till-Mobley's 14year-old son Emmett is lynched in Mississippi, she insists he have an open-casket funeral. Her pursuit of justice became a galvanizing moment that helped lead to the creation of the civil rights movement. MARCH 7 — 9 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWING MARCH 9) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW 2023 | R | 1H 46MIN Workaholic TV producer Ally (Alison Brie) faces a major professional setback which sends her running to the comforts of her hometown. She spends a whirlwind evening reminiscing with her first love Sean (Jay Ellis) and starts to question everything about the person she's become. Things only get more confusing when she discovers Sean is getting married to Cassidy (Kiersey Clemons) whose confidence and creative convictions remind Ally of who she used to be. . 20 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 44MIN Love is in the air on Bali as recent college grad Lily prepares to wed a local guy and her friend Wren finds herself falling for an island doctor. But Lily's parents (George Clooney, Julia Roberts, now divorced) are speeding to the island to put a halt to the festivities. MARCH 21 — 23 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWING MARCH 23) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS 2022 | PG | 1H 55MIN London housecleaner Ada Harris thinks her lonely life might turn around if she can become the owner of a Christian Dior gown. Saying goodbye to friends like Archie won't be easy, and neither will be winning over elite people in Paris from Madame Colbert to idealistic accountant André. But Ada's irrepressible charm just might end up saving the whole House of Dior. MARCH 28 — 30 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWING MARCH 28) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM A MAN CALLED OTTO 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 6MIN Widowed and ret i red, Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks) spreads ill will throughout his community by criticizing and judging all those who live around him. But when a boisterous family moves in next door, they worm their way into his life and heart. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. MARCH 3 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM ERIN BROCKOVICH 2000 | R | 2H 11MIN Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts) is a woman in a tight spot. Following a car accident in which Erin is not at fault, Erin pleads with her attorney Ed Masry (Albert Finney) to hire her at his law firm. Erin stumbles upon some medical records placed in real estate files. She convinces Ed to allow her to investigate, where she discovers a cover-up involving contaminated water in a local community which is causing devastating illnesses among its residents. MARCH 10 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM GORILLAS IN THE MIST 1988 | PG-13 | 2H 8MIN Lured to deepest Africa by the chance to study rare mountain gorillas, anthropologist Dian Fossey (Sigourney Weaver) learns to communicate with her subjects, but the breakthrough turns her academic interest into an all-consuming obsession. MARCH 17 & 24 — NO MOVIES MARCH 31 AT 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS) HOOSIERS 1986 | PG | 1H 54MIN High school basketball is king in small-town Indiana, and the 1954 Hickory Huskers are all hope and no talent. But their new coach, abrasive and unlikable Norman Dale (Gene Hackman), whips the team into shape ... while also inciting controversy. 21 TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct Info@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 1375 Havendale Blvd. NW | Winter Haven, FL 33881

EVENTS Individual tickets on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office while supplies last. 5 pm Premium - $35 5 pm Regular - $30 8 pm Premium - $40 8 pm Regular - $35 March 9 Gary Puckett and the Union Gap March 31 The Edwards Twins MARCH MADNESS CORN HOLE TOURNEY This double elimination tournament with two player teams will be held at the HFC on March 3 from 9 am to noon. MARDI GRAS PERFORMANCE By Gina Krall Lake Ashton was well represented at the Lake Wales Mardi Gras parade on February 18. This charity event draws crowds of 8,000 to 10,000 every year. Our crew was one of the largest in the parade, comprising of six men carrying three banners, 16 LA Shakers and 6 Ashtonettes. Entertainer Diana Lynn belted out "When the Saints Go Marching In" and "All that Jazz" from the back our our decorated float truck encouraging the revealers to join her in merriment. Special thanks to this years sponsor, Arts Golf Cars, who made our participation possible. Visit lwmardigras.com to learn more about the parade and the charities supported by the proceeds. LA TRIVIA - TIME CHANGE! By David Fix Trivia will be held March 5 from 4 to 6 pm in the Ballroom. Maximum number of players per team is eight. Individuals can join an open table. $1/person to play with money returned to the top three teams. Three rounds of 10 questions will be played along with one final bonus question. BYOB! BYOSnacks! RELAY FOR LIFE The LA Purple Stars are selling luminary bags and tea lights for a minimum donation of $10 at both Activities Desks. Decorate the bag to remember family members or friends you have lost to cancer or someone still fighting this disease, or a survivor. Return the bags to any LA Purple Stars member or either Activities Desk by noon on March 10. Residents are invited to join the Walk For A Cure at 6 pm on March 10 in the Clubhouse West parking lot to walk around the golf cart path, past the pavilion and back to the Clubhouse circle to view all the luminary bags. Any questions, call David Harrison 863-326-6418. CHILI COOK-OFF WRAP-UP REPORT A good time was had by all at the annual Chili Cook Off January 20 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There were 17 chilis, cornbread, baked goods and bottled water for all. Over 120 people came to sample the chili and support the LA Purple Stars. Five judges did a blind tasting of the chilis and picked two winners. First place winner George Fetcho received a $50 Publix gift card, and second place winner Dan Freedman received a $25 Publix gift card. Thank you to all who donated, cooked, and helped to setup and volunteered. With your help, $3,000 was raised for the American Cancer Society! TOUR DE LA By Bob LeMaster Hear ye, hear ye. All bicycle riders (two wheel, trikes, recumbents, ebikes and anything that moves by pedaling) come join the Lake Ashton Pedalers on April 8 at 8 am at the HFC for a group fun ride. There will be ten mile and twenty-mile routes through the neighborhoods of Lake Ashton. Each route ends up back at the HFC. All you need to do is to bring your pedaled mode of transportation to the HFC and join in. Handouts showing the routes will be available plus a Lake Ashton Pedaler guide will lead the way on each route. The guides will ride at a pace that allows everyone to keep up and a SAG (Support and Gear) vehicle will follow the group to help out if someone has trouble or needs a lift. It’s recommended that you bring water or a beverage along to consume during the ride. For your safety, a helmet is required and all participants must sign a waiver. Got questions? Call Bob at 731-514-0628. Cut off date to enter is March 31 and is limited to 50 riders. Pick up forms at HFC or Clubhouse or find them on the LA Pedalers Facebook page. Join the club and complete the registration form prior to race and deliver to ShelleyKnee@gmail.com or 3826 Litchfield Loop. Pictured left: Lake Ashton Pedaler Members Shelley Knee and Don Stites Pictured far left: Lake Ashton Pedaler Members Alan Binkelman, Calvin Eakins and Bob LeMaster 23

PURIM CELEBRATION All are invited to attend March 7 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom, sponsored by the Chabad of Lakeland. They will read the Megillah (Scroll of Esther) and distribute hamantaschen and graggers for all that attend. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. ONE SINGULAR SENSATION By Karen Nelson Lake Ashton's annual Showcase will be only weeks away by the time the March LA Times is available. The Showcase dates are times are: Opening Night: Friday, March 24 at 7:30 pm Matinee (with ASL interpreters, extended intermission): Saturday, March 25 at 1:30 pm Closing Night: Saturday, March 25 at 7:30 pm Tickets are available at the Clubhouse Activities Desk, checks only, payable to LAPAC (Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation). The Showcase is created, produced, staged, built, managed, and performed entirely by our talented Lake Ashton residents — an excellent opportunity to support our friends and neighbors, and treat yourself to a unique Lake Ashton experience! ST. PADDY’S DAY PARTY By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars is once again hosting a St. Paddy's Day Party on March 17 from 7 to 10 pm in the Community Room of the HFC. This is a fundraiser for the group, to benefit the American Cancer Society and everyone is proud and excited to bring this party back. Tickets are $10, cash or check payable to LA Purple Stars. DJ Wayne will provide great dance music and some Irish tunes. Tickets are on sale now at the HFC. Don't forget that you can bring your favorite food and beverage. Looking forward to a great evening. Any questions call David Harrison at 863 326-6418. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS Solar DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra No ailable Finishes! Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777

BACK TO THE ‘ 80S PARTY AT THE HFC Get your tickets at the HFC Activities Office today! HUMP DAY KARAOKE Don’t miss karaoke with DJ Wayne on March 8 from 6 to 9 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets are $3 and are available for purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Office. PASSOVER SEDER The Jewish community of Lake Ashton would like to extend an invitation to come and share a Passover Seder at the Eagle’s Nest on April 5 at 4:45 pm. A wonderful menu of garden salad, choice of pot roast or 1/4 roasted chicken, glazed carrots and roasted potatoes accompany each entree. Coffee and iced tea are included for only $22 a person. Matzoh, ceremonial kosher wine and dessert will be provided for each guest. Make an entree choice when signing up at the Clubhouse Activities Office no later than March 24. Make check payable to David Harrison. Call 863-326-6418 with any questions. PUB CRAWL We’re bringing the fun of a Pub Crawl to Lake Ashton on April 14! Crawl your way through the Clubhouse to four differently-themed pubs while enjoying themed appetizers, drinks, games, and music at each stop. The LA Pub Crawl will feature a Biker Bar, an Irish Pub, a Tiki Bar, and our very own Lake Ashton Pub! Of course, we don’t want to give too much away, you’ll have to see this one for yourself. Purchase your tickets for $45 at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard on Monday, March 6 after Monday Coffee. SAVE THESE DATES ! • May 6 – Derby Day Party at the Clubhouse • May 19 – Bloomin’ Beauties: LA’s Annual Ladies Luncheon at the Clubhouse • June 2 – Luau at the Clubhouse • July 4 - Rootin’ Tootin’ July 4 at the Clubhouse 27

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman All aboard was the theme of this year’s MemberMember Golf Tournament, held on February 13 and 14. Congratulations to all the winners and of course, a great big thank you to Liz Leigh and Trish Keller for organizing the 2-day event. Everyone really seemed to enjoy themselves! February also hosted Beat the Pros. Matt and Ian, as always, did not disappoint. They played exceptionally well as did the members of the LALGA. How much fun was it to play with the Pros? We Care For Kids created 40 hygiene kits, with 20 donated to Lake Wales High School and 20 to Winter Haven High School. From Nancy Zografos: “I want to thank all the girls for the donations. It will make a lot of kids very happy.” And again, thank you to Nancy for continuing to help our communities. Mark your calendars for March 28-29. The LALGA and the LAMGA will be golfing together. It should be a great time. The Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following Silver Sponsors for their support: Beauty by Anais, Citizens Bank, Dr. Kevin Henne, Matt Simpson, and Turner Furniture. If you are in need of any of the services they offer please support them. As of February 1 the Red Hoagland Challenge leaders are Kathy Ryan $165.25, “T “Utting $155.00; Beverly Hines - $150.50; and Renee Hicks $144.85. Congratulations, ladies! April 11 is closing day. Please mark your calendars for our year end festivities. Spotlight on Sandra Lancaster Sandra Lancaster recently moved to Lake Ashton with her husband Tim. Sandra is originally from Alabama. She began her college studies in Alabama and finished up in Georgia. She holds multiple educational degrees and taught Middle School English in Georgia. Sandra met Tim on Valentine’s Day 2003. In 2010, Sandra retired and took up golf. Since Tim enjoyed golf, Sandra wanted to learn as well and took lessons. The two joined Canongate Golf that was later purchased by Club Corp which enabled them to play golf all over the country and the world. She also played in many different women’s leagues in Georgia and West Virginia. Although they still own a home in West Virginia, Tim’s birthplace, the two wanted to spend the winters in Florida. They searched in many different communities with golf courses before they drove through the front entrance of Lake Ashton and decided they were home. They bought a home on Aberdeen and settled in. Sandra joined the LALGA so that she could play golf. She is also a member of the Polk County Women’s Association. Sandra enjoys crafting. She does embroidery, quilting, scrapbooking, and painting. The LALGA is excited that Sandra has moved to LA. Welcome! LAKE ASHTON WOMEN’S INTERCLUB GOLF TEAM 2023 Eight women were members of our first Lake Ashton Women’s Interclub Golf Team which competed for a 6 week season against three other clubs in our area: Grasslands, Riverhills, and Eaglebrooke. There were three home matches and three away matches. Although we did not qualify for the playoff, it was a fun and challenging net competition. Women were required to play the white tees since it was necessary to meet the 4700 yardage requirement. Due to the positive experience, Liz Leigh (Captain) plans to field a team again next year.

LAMGA By David Kubissa The 2023 LAMGA season rolled seamlessly from January into February with weekly games, such as the ever-popular “Beat the Board” on Feb. 8. This is a four-player competition of two best nets where teams try to beat a contingent from the LAMGA board of directors. The LAMGA team finished at 18 under par, but that wasn’t good enough to beat two teams of challengers. The winners at 20 under were: Mike Renaud, Tom Murphy, Bob Dupuis and Darrell Reid. Runners-up at 19 under: Mark McDuff, Jim Salb, Tom Schoendorf and Ed Hansen. Each of the eight winning players earned $15 in Pro Shop credits. In other league news, the numbers are in from the January scorecard for the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge, a competition that tracks the weekly winnings of LAMGA league players. The top four leaders at the end of the season earn pro shop credits courtesy of Red Hoagland Hyundai. By the end of January, the leaders and their winnings were: Darrell Reid, $41.60; Dan Baun, $35.35; Steve Kettells, $33; Pat O’Neil, $32. Meanwhile, the countdown to the annual MemberGuest Tournament continued with enrollment filling out the 60-team lineup scheduled to tee it up from March 9-11. Sponsorships have been coming in as the board prepares for the games and festivities surrounding this popular tournament. Among those businesses taking a major role in supporting the Member-Guest are: Chris Bruser, reverse mortgage specialist with Mutual of Omaha; Snow Bird Heating & Cooling; Art’s Golf Cars; Amerity Financial (Burris Warner); Red Hoagland Hyundai; and Palmetto Solar. One of the sponsor highlights for this year’s tournament will be an extensive array of golf merchandise offered by Huston Cadillac, GMC and Buick. Huston also will be sponsoring a special holein-one prize. To learn about other sponsors, check out the LAMGA website, Lake Ashton Living and Talk of Lake Ashton. Please remember to keep all these sponsoring businesses top of mind when shopping for services and products in our community. LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt LA Niners and BlueMan Ringer tournament on January 24 and 25 was super fun two-day event with lunch served on Wednesday. There was a great turnout this year and some amazing players. Looking forward to planning an encore in July. While winter season is still in swing, our goal is to have 14 foursomes so we can play the ENTIRE course on Tuesdays. That’s about half our membership — help us make it happen! Golf Etiquette: Pace-of-Play and Ready Golf. After holing your ball, please return to your cart and proceed to the next tee box. THEN record your score. This keeps the course clear and allows for the team behind you continue play. Also, be thinking about what club/s you need for your next shot while driving to your ball. Every little bit helps to keep teams moving on the course and eliminating wait times. Looking for a Treasurer to start the summer season – any takers? Still have questions? Ready to join? Want to be on the Board? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

CLUBS CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The March meeting will be held on Monday, March 13 at 10:30 In the Cinema. All members are welcome to bring a few of their photos on a memory stick so they can be shared with the group. We will discus the results of the Fine Arts & Photography Show. Members are encouraged to suggest future outings and possible guess speakers. All Lake Ashton residents are welcome to attend. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis Lake Ashton’s Garden Club’s recent meeting spotlighted the expertise of Gene, the Barefoot Gardener. He demonstrated and explained how to make those holiday poinsettias last and become part of the landscaping. Members were able to choose poinsettias to take home to propagate. The club is excited to announce two events for March. The general meeting will be March 9 at 10 am in the Pavilion. Learn how to propagate poinsettias and other plants. In addition to the monthly meeting, Barb Cassidy, a member of the club, has offered to give a tour of her garden. The tour will be on March 23 also at 10am. Mark your calendars butterfly lovers! Barb has a wide variety of plants that attract these pollinators. Please come to the March meeting for Barb’s address or email Lynn Davis at crladavis@aol.com. The Garden Club’s second “silent auction” is tentatively scheduled for April 13 near National Gardening Day. Plans are underway. A wide selection of plants and garden materials at huge savings will be available. This is the club’s main fundraiser! Members will be on hand to also help with gardening questions. WISCONSIN GATHERING By Dottie Huven Calling all Wisconsonites! Anyone who has worked or lived in Wisconsin, is a Badger, Brewer or Packer fan is invited to a Wisconsin Gathering at the Pavilion on March 12, 4 to 7 pm. Bratwurst, buns, sauerkraut, condiments and wonderful homemade desserts will be provided. Bring a side dish (Native to Wisconsin) to pass, your plates, utensils, and BYOB. Enjoy great camaraderie, games and door prizes! To attend this fun event, please Sign-up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by March 5. Cost is $5/person, cash only. Hope to see you there! Any questions, e-mail Dottie (dahuven@gmail.com, 920-450-1083) or Valerie Yenor (vyenor@att.net, 414-218-2555). LA BELLES By Gail Guenther, and Donna Dunn Lovely ladies of LA - the Belles will be hosting their luncheon at Lucille‘s American Café, 205 3rd St. SW., Winter Haven, on March 29 at 11:30 am. Please sign up before March 20 at the Clubhouse Information Wall so we can make the final reservations! Can’t wait to see you all! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com AUTHORIZED DEALER 33

MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Rose Crognale Good Morning Lake Ashton! There will be a meeting on March 20 at 7:00 in the HFC Craft Room for all Disney enthusiasts. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to come. The group will be discussing future events and perhaps play a game or two. This month’s activity will be a luncheon at Raglan Road on March 14 at 11:30 am to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day. Sign ups will be at the meeting. Only 19 people can be accommodated — first come, first served. Text Rose at 856-217-6676 to see if there are available spots or to be put on the waiting list. Hope to see everyone there! LA SWIM CLUB? By Sandy White Did you know that swimming is the best all-around exercise? I t i s non -we i gh t - bear ing and thus good for all the joints. To help residents, the 4-year-old LA Swim Club continues to provide fitness and competitive workouts three times a week. CONGRATULATIONS to club members Sharon Swanson and Sandy Papineau for completing the Swim Club's 100 Mile Swim Challenge to Daytona Beach. They swam 7,200 lengths of the HFC pool to virtually get from Lake Ashton to the beach. If you would like to participate in this fun challenge, chart your laps on the bulletin board in the bathroom hallway near the pool. CONGRATULATIONS also to Sharon for winning 5 medals (3 Gold) at the recent Gulf Coast Games for Life, where she was the only swimmer from Lake Ashton. Some club members are competing next in either the Polk County Senior Games at the Lakeland Family YMCA on March 4 and 5 or the Lee County Games in Ft. Myers on March 4. We wish all of them fast swims and a fun day. Did you know that people 55 & over compete in age-group swimming? The local, state & national Senior Games swimming includes all of the events one would find in almost any swim meet. If interested in fitness or competitive swimming, contact the club coach at sandyw1994@aol.com. The club members welcome you, no matter what your level of swimming. As you can see in the photo, we enjoy each other's company and hope you will join us, too. LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL By Chuck Caesar Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States for seniors. It is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy some fun competition and get to know more of your fellow Lake Ashton residents. Here at Lake Ashton, there are a variety of ways to get involved. If you are new to the sport, Coach Dennis Santino runs a “Newbie” Clinic where you can learn the fundamentals of the game. Register by emailing coachdennis@myyahoo.com if you are interested in attending one of his future clinics. We can even provide a paddle if you want to check out pickleball before you invest in one. When you are ready to get out and play, join us on Monday through Saturday for Open Play from 8 to 11 am or on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings from 6 to 10 pm. Open Play is for all residents and registered guests. All players rotated in and out to ensure that everyone has a chance to play. Open Play is for players of all levels. If you are just learning the game or haven’t played in a while and want to ease in, we have reserved Court 1 and Court 2 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 am for beginners and intermediate players. Or you can just come out and play anytime the courts are free. In the spring, we will be hosting a Pickleball Social as well as establishing a pickleball league. Please watch for email blasts with details on these activities. Hope to see you out on the courts! NEW ENGLANDER DINNER By Marsha Bishop If you are from Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Massachusetts or Connecticut, you're invited to get together March 22 from 5:30 to 8:30 (dinner at 6 pm) at the HFC. Cam’s will be catering a turkey dinner. Sign up at the HFC and purchase your $20/person tickets (checks payable to Marsha Bishop). BYOB. Ticket sales end March 15. Hope to see you there! NEW YORK GROUP By Joyce Notarnicola Greetings to all neighbors from New York! The March event will be held at the HFC Community Center at 5:30 pm on March 23. Bring an appetizer (for about 8 people) and $2 per person for paper products. After appetizers are served and enjoyed there will be some quick ice breaker activities & games followed by Ice Cream Sundaes provided by the hosts (Sandy, Deirdre, Joyce & Jo). Newbies: please send your contact information (name, address in LA, phone number, email and where you’re from/live in NY) to Sandy Fritschi (sandyfritschi@gmail.com). Thoughts regarding future events are welcomed. Hope to see lots of “old” and new faces on March 23 at the HFC! SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents that meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In February, several new members were welcomed, and the group discussed future events. Carol Corley arranged a luncheon at L’Incontro Italian Restaurant on February 24. Sil Wells offered several fun suggestions including Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland. Suzanne Harris suggested attending the Lake Wales Little Theater Production of Bingo, The Musical. A Living Waters Boat cruise of the Chain of Lakes will be arranged in April. The Single Mingle is held on the third Thursday of the month at 4 pm in the Pavilion (March 16). If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the next meeting on March 5.

GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl There will be no formal meeting at the HFC for March 8. For those who signed up, we are going on a "field trip" to the Bartow Genealogy Library. The next regular meeting at the HFC Craft Room will be April 12 at 2 pm. Hope to see you then. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers The group had a very enjoyable time this January and February with lively discussions and analysis of a number of interesting hands. The high scorers are as follows, in order: Jan. 17: Elaine Inman, John Sammons, Dee Mayne, and Marge Kniat. Jan. 24: Don Fuller, Liz Leigh, and Dick Dole. Jan. 31: Howard Mayne, Sil Wells, Chris Verges, and George Rogers. Feb. 7: George Rogers, Marge Kniat, John Sammons, and Nancy Golding. All new players are welcome. This party group consists of all levels of bridge players from beginners to experienced. The goal is for everyone have a chance to learn or to improve their play, all while having fun. Contact George Rogers at 419-708-3320, or georgerogers4321@gmail.com if you wish to play. DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 12:45 until approximately 3:30pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse information Wall. A partner is required. For help finding a partner or for more information contact Dfuller627@yahoo.com Jan. 16: 1st Mary Lois Teyssier & Marian Oshinsky; 2nd Barb Cassidy & Keith Stevens; 3rd Dana Cunningham & Judy Robertson Jan. 23 North/South: 1st Don Fuller & Karla Gengler; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Mary Lois Teyssier, 3rd Judy Robertson & Dana Cunningham; East/West: 1st Graham Littlehales & Janice Fleming; 2nd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine; 3rd Pauline Pare & Nelda Sedlacek Jan. 30 North/South: 1st Mary Lois Teyssier & Marian Oshinksy; 2nd Dana Cunningham & Judy Robertson; 3rd Marion Nelson & Roger Nelson; East/West: 1st Ralph Ritter & Karla Gengler; 2nd Chris Verges & Jeannine Connors; 3rd Liz Leigh & Mafie Walker Feb.6 North/South: 1st Don Fuller & James Ford; 2nd Sonny Robinson & Patricia Foster; 3rd Dana Cunningham & Judy Robertson; East/West: 1st Nelda Sedlacek & Pauline Pare; 2nd Marian Oshinsky & Mary Lois Teyssier; 3rd Jeannine Connors & Chris Verges LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting March 2 in-person only at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The March speaker is Dr. Wayne Rodolfich, Superintendent of the Lake Wales Charter Schools. He will be reviewing the recent building projects and the strategic plan for the Lake Wales Charter System. He will also discuss the Read 20 campaign, multiple partnerships with businesses and local volunteers, the alignment of the school district, membership in the Lake Wales Charter Foundation, and the path forward. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Gary Johnson, President The Lake Ashton Republican Club will hold its annual Spaghetti Dinner on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the Eagles Nest. Dinner will start at 5:00 p.m.. Menu includes salad, spaghetti, sausage, peppers & onions, garlic bread and an ice cream bar. Tickets can be purchased at the Clubhouse. Seating is limited so get your tickets early. Please make checks payable to LARC. Members are $15 each and guests are $20 each. For more information, please contact Linda Sandel at sandelly7@gmail.com. LASSO SHUFFLEBOARD RECREATION LEAGUE For those who joined the Lake Ashton Supporters of Special Olympians (LASSO) for shuffleboard on Fridays in February, don't forget that there will be an End-of-Season Cookout March 3 from 1 to 2:30 pm at the Lake Ashton Pavilion. BLACKMOOR/ L ITCHF IELD POTLUCK GET-TOGETHER By Margie Dersham Save the Date for Sunday, April 2 at 6 pm in the HFC Community Center. Bring an appetizer or a dessert that serves eight or more to share, and $2 per household to cover expenses. BYOB. Come gather to get know each other, have some fun, and make new friends. Paper plates/utensils/napkins will be provided. RSVP to Margie Dersham at 352-359-3029 or justrightacres@gmail.com. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The LAVA Auxiliary invites you to the March 15 meeting at 6:30 pm at the Clubhouse Restaurant. This is going to be a fun filled evening. At this meeting you will get to experience the behind-the-scenes of several of our fun-filled fund raising activities for 2023. APRIL 15: Mr. Lake Ashton is back! This previous event (pre-Covid) was sold out. Tickets go on sale the beginning of March. The location will be finalized once we hear about the status of the restaurant, but you can begin purchasing tickets the beginning of March. Needed: 10 men to be contestants. Last time the contestants did a line dance (which will be taught to them), answer questions, wear a classy outfit and a funky outfit. Several prizes will be given along with the winner. Five judges will be randomly chosen from the audience. It is already time to begin planning for the Craft Show in October. Residents who want to participate can pick up their applications at the Clubhouse. There are already a number of reservations received. God Bless America, our Veterans, our troops here and abroad. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg This summer LA Rockers will hold a fundraiser at the Clubhouse tied to the culmination of the Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade. The group will be spending a lot of time the rest of the year preparing for this event (don't worry — we will still be hiding plenty of rocks). Thank you all so much for your past support. We are looking forward to the same support we have always gotten from a very generous LA community. The funds raised will enable us to continue painting and hiding rocks for LA residents to find, enjoy, and share. This is in accordance with our mission statement goal that "one message at just the right moment can change someone's entire day, outlook, and life". LA Rockers are settling into a new pattern for"biweekly" meetings — we only meet twice a month, and if there is a fifth Wednesday in a given month that was originally scheduled, that meeting will be canceled. The first meeting of the month will be a "teaching" meeting geared to those who already paint rocks (whether with LA Rockers or on their own). For each "teaching" meeting, a member of the group who knows a specific technique will share it with the rest of us so that we can add to our skill sets. The second meeting of the month will be a "free paint" meeting and hopefully a lot of fund raiser rocks will be completed. Newcomers will be welcome to the "free paint" meeting where one of our administrators will share an orientation to rock painting with them. After the orientation, the newcomers can sit with one of our more experienced painters and try to paint a rock of their own. Newcomers: PLEASE contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) before coming to the meeting so that we know you are coming and can let you know what supplies you need to bring. If you want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please come to the teaching meeting March 8 and/or the free-paint and newcomer orientation meeting March 22. If a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group Facebook page. Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the club, group, or organization they are trying to join. Thank you to all the club, group, and organization facilitators who work very hard to ensure there is a robust activities schedule for all residents to enjoy. Lake Ashton is lucky to have a large number of residents willing to volunteer their time in one way or another for everyone to live their best retired life. Be sure to view the calendar inserts in this issue for a list of recurring activities held at the Clubhouse and HFC.

MIND&BODY AMATEUR RADIO EXAMINATION The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association is trying to assess the resident’s interest in earning an entry level Technician license by taking an exam preparation class given here at Lake Ashton. Upon successful completion of the written multiple choice test (35 questions) the student will receive a 10 year renewable license and will be authorized for transmission privileges on specific amateur radio bands. The student will also be able to participate in disaster communications and other radio activities if desired. The class will be given once a week for six weeks for two hours per class. Class would be offered in midSeptember and after completion of the class the local ARRL Volunteer Examiners would set up a test session to allow the participants and any others interested to take exams for all classes of Amateur Radio Licenses (Technician Class, General Class and Amateur Extra). If you are interested in taking this class please contact David Bishop N1FCW at DBishop1867@gmail.com. Give your name and email address and indicate what days and times you would prefer. You will be advised if there is sufficient interest to hold a class and if there is when and where the classes will be given. Class size will be limited to 12 students and they will be permitted on a first come first serve basis. LA SOCIAL TENNIS 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the HFC or Clubhouse courts. No need to sign up, just bring your tennis racquet, tennis balls provided. Contact Debbie Grabb at 863-324-0600 with questions. There is a ball machine stored at the Clubhouse courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays at 11 am in HFC Sports Court. Yoga positions are shown for every level including first time practicers. Participants are encouraged to honor their bodies at all times. Practiced regularly, yoga improves posture, balance, flexibility, anxiety, stress, and provides a host of other benefits. Chair yoga will be offered if requested. COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom Beginners Plus: Tuesdays at 8 pm, Thursdays at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays at 1 pm in the HFC Community Center LA DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (Certified DVIDA instructor — 863.875.6728) Learn the Night Club Two Step Mondays in March from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Room. FREE! No Partner needed! FAMI LY ELDER LAW 2023 BOOT CAMP Next Class: March 27 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “Who will protect my assets and pay my bills?” April 24: “Who will receive my assets when I die? Will my family have to probate?” May 22: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” June 26: “Should I have a Trust? What does ‘Funding Your Trust’ mean?” Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 9-month 1-year 4.75 4.65 Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 4.70 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 02/15/23. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC). FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 41

TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard A fun group of tappers who gather weekly on Fridays at 10 am at the Clubhouse Stage to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Julie at jbombard73@gmail.com. FUSED GLASS CLASSES Fused Glass Garden Stake Create a beautiful 9” x 3” glass garden stake March 10 from 10 am to 1 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room. $35, paid at class. Pre-registration required at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Fused Glass Wind Chime March 16 & 23 from 9 am to noon at the HFC Craft Room. $35, paid at class, pre-registration required at the HFC Activities Desk. All materials are included as well as kiln firing. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr March 11 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Salt Water Cowboy $35 (payable at class) Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on March 10. CERAMIC CHICKS Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Instructor: Freddie Combs Subject matter will be still life, florals and beach related items on March 10 from 9 am - 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Those attending should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class start time to allow time for prep work before class begins. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. All new students should contact the artist at 864-307-1244. A sign-up sheet will be at the HFC Activities Desk. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on March 21 at 10 or noon in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up for a time slot soon at the HFC as reservations go quickly. Join the group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Carmen is coming back with another fun, creative craft to decorate your home, pizza pan door hangers! Yes, you read that right, you will be using a pizza pan (provided) to make a simple yet cute welcome sign for your door. Join in on the crafting fun on March 30 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. All supplies and instruction will be included for $10. Sign up with a check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard at the Clubhouse Activities Office. DIY BEADED DAISY CHAIN Celebrate spring by wearing an adorable beaded daisy chain created by you! Join the Art of Beading in the Ballroom on April 12 at 12 pm to learn how to make either a bracelet or necklace. All instructions and supplies will be included for only $10. You don’t want to miss this class, come sign-up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard today!

TRASH TO TREASURE SALE SPONSORED BY BLANKETS OF LOVE AT LAKE ASHTON (BOLLA) LAKE ASHTON FRIDAY, MARCH 17 4 TO 8 PM RESIDENTS ONLY SATURDAY, MARCH 18 9 AM TO 2 PM GENERAL PUBLIC CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM Free, no ticket required, but a limited number of ‘FAST PASS’ tickets will be sold for residents wishing to enter the sale via a priority line Friday for $5. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Office with check only, or cash/check accepted after Monday Coffee. RESIDENT DONATIONS GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED AT THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM TUESDAY, MARCH 14: 10 AM TO 1 PM & 5 TO 8 PM WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15: 10 AM TO 1 PM & 5 PM TO 8 PM THURSDAY, MARCH 16: 11 AM TO 4 PM TRASH TO TREASURE, held every two years, is the major fundraiser for BOLLA. Donations of clean, gently used items are needed. BOLLA does NOT sell clothing, electronics, TVs, computers, printers, phones, books, or Christmas decorations. All donations are tax deductible. 100% of the proceeds go directly into buying materials and supplies to make blankets for children in crisis in Polk County. Unsold items are given to the Lake Wales Care Center. There will be a Lottery Tree Raffle with $100 worth of assorted lottery tickets. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase after Monday Coffee. You do NOT need to be present to win. BOLLA has consistently donated over 1,000 blankets per year to children in crisis in Polk County including Guardian Ad Litem, Boys and Girls at Risk Groups, Pregnancy centers, 10 schools and more. PLEASE NOTE: BOLLA CAN ONLY ACCEPT CASH OR CHECK AT THE SALE

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter February 2023 Simply the Best! FEBRUARY IS FABULOUS in lovely LA! Enjoy dinners, dances, and shows, including the 2023 Entertainment Series 20 Year Reunion Tour! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Mar. Issue Deadline: Feb. 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO BY JIM VICKERS Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 FEBRUARY 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. FEBRUARY 6 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: ComForCare • Featured Vendor: Christine Graves Insurance FEBRUARY 13 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: City of Winter Haven Updates with Mayor Brad Dantzler • Featured Vendors: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson and Tessier Law Firm FEBRUARY 20 • Peanut Butter Monday - Non-perishable food donations for Lake Wales Care Center can be dropped off to the Ballroom Kitchen • Featured Speaker: City of Lake Wales Updates with Mayor Jack Hilligoss • Featured Vendors: Waters Edge, Family Elder Law FEBRUARY 27 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING CLUB, GROUP & ORGANIZATION PRESENTATIONS Group Leaders - please reach out to Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like to present your group at an upcoming Monday Coffee! This is a good way to introduce residents to the many activities that make Lake Ashton "Simply the Best". POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, February 17, 9 am Health & Fitness Center LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, February 27, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Noon to 3 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily WELCOME TO LAKE ASHTON New residents of Lake Ashton can stop by either Activities Desk for a New Resident welcome packet and an informal introduction to the community! CLUBHOUSE FOYER PHOTO CONTEST VOTING The votes are being tallied and soon residents will be notified of the winners. The winners will have their photos displayed in the Clubhouse for all to admire over the years. Please stay tuned to your email for the announcement of winners! IS YOUR DOG A DIGGER? Residents will find clay pots with sand and shovels at the Clubhouse Pet Play Park. These are here to fill holes due to dogs digging. This will help the grass to grow back and prevent tripping hazards. When using the Pet Play Parks please be a good neighbor and pick up after your dog. NEXT MONTHLY MARK ETS: February 8 & 22 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER ’ S QUAL I T Y MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE February 8 & 22, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot When using the Clubhouse Pet Play Park, if you see any areas in need of extra attention please contact Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457. DOGS AT THE CLUBHOUSE Per the Lake Ashton CDD Amenity Policy, dogs and all other pets (with the exception of service dogs) are not permitted at the Amenity Facilities. If you are planning on coming to the amenities for any reason please keep this policy in mind. If a service dog is in the amenities without a vest on, Security or Staff will assume it is a pet and will inform you of this policy, so please be patient as they are simply following protocol. The Amenity Policy also states that patrons are responsible for picking up after all pets and disposing of any waste in a designated pet waste receptacle. Please keep this in mind when walking your dog around the amenities. Doggy bags and a throw-away station are located on the pathway on the West side of the Clubhouse Tennis Courts. LOST AND FOUND If you have lost anything at the Clubhouse or surrounding area, stop by the Club Office, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, to check Clubhouse Lost and Found to see if it has been turned in. Lost and Found items will frequently be displayed at Monday Coffee and may be donated to local charities if not claimed. 7

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Lloyd Howison, Chairman 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle, Vice Chair 863-324-6191, brenda.vansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Assistant Secretary 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: February 20, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Friendship is one of the many reasons Lake Ashton is "Simply the Best". It is what helps you through the hard times and makes the good times lasting memories. There are many avenues available to facilitate the growth of existing friendships and assist in the formation of new friendships, as seen in this edition of the LA Times. With the community at build-out and new residents always moving in, there are many new people to meet. Be sure to reach out to new neighbors and welcome them to the community! You never know why a person moved to Lake Ashton but you may make that decision the best one they ever made! Love one another, treat each other with respect, and live each day to its fullest. There was a Joint Board of Supervisors meeting on January 20 where the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies was approved and is now posted on lakeashtoncdd.com. Starting again in March, articles will be included in the LA Times each month highlighting a different section of the policy so residents become familiar with the policies. Please contact Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions. At the January meeting, LACDD Supervisors approved the Restaurant lease, with changes. Residents should stay tuned to email blasts for more information regarding the opening date for Charm City at Lake Ashton. Quotes to repair some of the Restaurant refrigeration equipment, in addition to a quote to purchase replacement AED units were approved. There is an AED unit in the Clubhouse hallway near the restrooms and on the Roving Security golf cart. Supervisors and Staff continually evaluate cost savings measures at the Clubhouse. An update is given at each Board of Supervisors meeting under the Community Director report. A wrap up report of additional actions taken was sent out January 24 via email blast. The first Annual Club Expo was held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on January 17. It was a huge success with many positive comments from facilitators and residents. Due to the overwhelming success of the Club Expo, this will become an annual event at the Clubhouse so that all Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups, and Organizations will have a chance to be part of it. Thank you to all the facilitator volunteers that came out to make this a success! It was great seeing everyone working together. THANK YOU, DAVID HARRISON! Those who have ever attended a Monday Coffee most likely have had the pleasure of hearing a Blast from the Past presentation, where David took everyone 40 years back in time to reminisce about special events, superstars that turn 40, those that have passed on, and even the number 1 song for the month. If you are lucky you may have even had the chance to hear him sing a number 1 song. David retired from giving the "Blast from the Past" presentations at the end of 2022 after 14 years. Although he will not be doing Blast from the Past presentations any longer at Monday Coffee, residents can still say hi to him at the Clubhouse Activities Office on Thursdays from noon - 2 pm. David, thank you for all you do for Lake Ashton! THANK YOU! A special Thank you! to the Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation (LAPAC) for their help with the Rockin' New Year's Eve Party at the Clubhouse. Thank you to: Mark Graham and David Greer for their help from start to finish for this event. They did everything from hanging balloons to building our set and everything in between. The amazing artist Patty Wallner hand painted/created the Times Square set, graffiti wall, and the trees in "Central Park". Marlon Nettleton, our "MC" for the night. Lynn Shelton, our Times Square Ball curator and design coordinator. Cheryl Winchester for securing/organizing the resident street performers and thank you to the street performers themselves! Mary Harrison and Gail Prowant for creating our amazing street signs and everyone else that had a hand in this event. You all are so appreciated. There were many volunteer hours invested in making this event a success and we thank you all. BEST WISHES TO YOU, MARY BOSMAN! Mary began her tenure at Lake Ashton working for the developer at the Clubhouse. She took on many responsibilities and ultimately became the Community Director for LAIICDD. She has truly put her blood, sweat, and tears into making Lake Ashton "Simply the Best" Mary has been an integral part of the Lake Ashton community for over 17 years and we are all going to miss her tremendously. We wish her an enjoyable retirement with many more happy memories to come! Thank you for all you have done for Lake Ashton! Your work will definitely carry on and be part of Lake Ashton forever.

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Roy Aull, Assistant Secretary Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Friday 9 to 10:30 am 973-670-2709, raull@lakeashton2cdd.com It’s easy to look back after 17 years and recall some great times with many great people at Lake Ashton. Laughing (a lot), crying, and plenty of feelings in between have been shared! Years of austerity and years a bit more comfortable for LA II CDD have proven interesting to say the least. The success of the LA II CDD over the years has been in large part, to its commonsense leadership by our Board of Directors. Some names have changed but the underlying vision to bring an enhanced quality of life to residents without breaking the bank/raising assessments has remained the same. Our loyal staff and volunteers have contributed in many ways to the ongoing success of operations and activities. I have two parting requests…please be kind and respect one another and help my successor out whenever possible. I will certainly miss Lake Ashton staff and of course, you residents! If you’re traveling through South Carolina, look us up…you’re always welcome! Happy Valentine’s Day! The HFC will be hosting several activities this month to promote caring. Dances, seminars, and the introduction of new PT, OT, ST, and other services will be among them. The new roof on the HFC will be completed by the time this goes to press and I’d like to thank all our wonderful staff and residents who endured gracefully, the unavoidable inconveniences during that time. The cart bridge by the driving range will also have been completed. Maintenance will have their canopy up to preserve the pipes, heaters, and pumps from sun damage at the HFC also. The finalizing of the Joint Amenities Policies document has been a long, and sometimes tedious effort to complete, but it has recently happened. Always the goal was to unify Lake Ashton and clarify how the Amenities run smoothly. 11

HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger Don’t miss Monday Coffee on March 13, as Vickie Griffiths will be in attendance for her presentation. She will also be bringing a special guest, Julio Caba, who was homeless in high school but went on to a very successful career with help from people who cared. He now comes back every year to speak at the graduation party for these homeless students. He will also speak about another more recent success story from Polk County! The count of homeless students graduating this year is 135, of which 50 have no family! Make sure and sign the banner of congratulations. Any donation large or small is greatly appreciated. Checks, gift cards or domestic items can be dropped off at the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Offices, or you can contact Doris directly at miker0343@yahoo.com or 217-652-6636. THOMPSON NURSERY ROAD CLEANUP By Linda Sandel A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road from Hwy. 27 to County Road 653 on February 23 at 9 am. Please meet at the Clubhouse Ballroom to pick up safety vests, trash bags, gloves and trash grabbers. Please sign-up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. ALL volunteers will receive a T-shirt and Bok Tower ticket. Have fun and get some exercise while keeping the community beautiful! If you have questions, contact Linda at 863-368-0699 or sandelly7@gmail.com. REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 2023 POLK SENIOR GAMES TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS <#$3$* @4311"12 6"7"12 A('#$# 5 )"44# 6&12 A*(0 B3(* C*="/3"= @4311"12 D##*$ @(&$*/$"&1 @(&+3$* 63E* D#F$&1 >*#"=*1$ !"#"$ &'( )*+#"$* ,&( -./&0"12 !"($'34 5 6"7* 8*0"13(#9 :*;# 5 <='/3$"&134 >*#&'(/*#? Denise R. 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L.A. LOOKS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Great Horned Owl is bird more likely to be heard than seen in Lake Ashton. Residents outside at dawn and dusk may actually glimpse one of these majestic owls. They occur in most of North America and are known as the "hoot owl." Not all owls actually "hoot," but the Great Horned does. The male's higher voice calls out and the deep-voiced female replies. In the hawk and owl world the females are larger than the males. Great Horned Owls have nested in Lake Ashton and are agreeable neighbors helping with rodent control. They are a striking bird with piercing yellow eyes, brown, black and white mottled feathers and "ear tufts" which aren't ears at all. Asymmetrically placed ears and a facial disk help these owls triangulate sounds to find their prey at night. Seen in flight, they resemble a barrel with wings. Scene About Town Many Lake Ashton residents enjoy fishing in the community's ponds. Because of the frequency of herbicide and fertilizer treatments that may cause run-off into the ponds, the district has a catch and release policy for all fish caught in ponds in Lake Ashton. Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, channel catfish, and Tilapia are the most common fish species in ponds. Largemouth Bass are fun to catch and are a popular sport fish in the community. These fish are predators that need a lot of small fish to eat in order to stay healthy and grow. A Bluegill is an example of a prey species. Tilapia is an invasive fish native to Africa. This species is a warm-water fish that cannot survive in water temperatures below 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents may notice dead Tilapia along their pond's shore line during cold spells. Email Matt with any questions or concerns at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. Send a picture of any fish caught in ponds or lakes in Lake Ashton, along with your name, the lake or pond that it was caught in, as well as the type of fish caught and any measurements (length and/or weight) to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com to be featured in the next edition of the LA Times. We would like to see your smiley face as well, so have someone snap a pic of you or take a selfie with your fish! Seen shufflin' down to the Clubhouse for some square dancing! Photo by Dave Marsh. Always remember to observe and photograph alligators only from a distance. Remember, they’re an important part of Florida’s natural history as well as an integral component of aquatic ecosystems. It is illegal to feed or harass alligators. If you encounter any alligator that you believe poses a threat to people, pets or property, 866-FWC-GATOR (866-392-4286). WHAT FISH ARE LIVING IN LAKE ASHTON PONDS?

LA II (WH ) BOARD OF DIRECTORS ( BOD) The recently installed Lake Ashton II (Winter Haven) Homeowners Association Board consists of five (5) members whose goal is to promote the recreation, health, safety and welfare coupled with providing services of general benefit to the owners and residents on a community-wide basis. Since being elected in November 2022, the Board has been reviewing the governing documents which include the Master Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions,(CC&Rs), Articles of Incorporation and By-laws for the Lake Ashton II community. With that being said, the Board is conducting a question and answer session on January 31 at 2 pm at the Health and Fitness Center to discuss a proposed amendment to the CC&Rs regarding short-term rentals. In addition, the Board will hold a Special Meeting in late February or early March so residents can attend and vote on the proposed amendment. Notice of that Special Meeting will be sent out via email blast and a physical mailing. If you are not available to attend the Special Meeting in-person, you can have your voice be heard by submitting a proxy vote which will be attached to the meeting notice. Please plan on attending both the question and answer session on January 31 and the Special Meeting to be determined at a later date. Lake Ashton II (Winter Haven) Homeowners Association Board Members Contact Info Kristy McKibben, President, presidentla2hoa@outlook.com Gary Johnson, Secretary, secretaryla2hoa@outlook.com Ray Rudy, Treasurer, treasurerla2hoa@outlook.com Dave Bishop, VP & ARC Liaison, vparcla2hoa@outlook.com Bill Testa, VP & Asst. Treasurer, vptreasurerla2hoa@outlook.com Native Flowers of The liatris is a perennial also Central Florida By Lynn Davis known as the blazing star or gayfeather. Like many Native Plants, it is quite happy to receive little care once established. It prefers full sun and welldrained soil but does well in sandy conditions. The liatris can grow to a variety of heights. It’s best to cut back in mid-summer to reduce its height. You’ll see blooms from July-August. It’s an excellent plant to dry for flower arrangements. This “star” is also easy to grow from seed. The liatris is a great flower for beginners. It’s easy to grow once it’s watered until it’s first established. Like many native flowers, the blazing star attracts both bees and hummingbirds. Just space between 12-15 inches and enjoy these showy plants. LA ( LW) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS ( BOD) CONTACT INFORMATION Management Company: Don Asher Michellette Ramos: manager@lakeashtonhoa.org President/Treasurer Bob Prowant president@lakeashtonhoa.org Vice President Nancy Baker vp@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary 1 Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary 2 David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary 3 Debbie Holmes secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org 17

SAFETY CAP By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets once a week for two hours. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. More information: Mike Weissberg, 863-324-3541. NEIGH B ORHO O D WATCH FORUM By Fay Wood, NW Chief It is time again for your NW all inclusive community Leadership Team to present what is happening in and out of Lake Ashton and throughout Lake Wales and Winter Haven. Special guests include the Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Chiefs discussing what is happening in their cities. All NW Safety Team Members and other partners are invited to join in this important meeting at Monday Coffee on March 6 at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. If you have specific questions you would like answered, email them to fswperson@aol.com and these will become the questions of priority during the meeting. If time permits the Q&A will be opened to the audience. Let everyone continue to work together to keep this beautiful community safe and crime free all year long. As our wonderful Polk County Sheriff, Grady Judd, indicated, Lake Ashton is his safest community in the County! Thanks to all NW Safety Team Members and partners. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. To drive a golf cart, you must be 14 years of age in Lake Wales and 16 years of age in Winter Haven. Design Y an Parts & Sevices Aailable In-Store arranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! Solar DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra No ailable Finishes!

MOVI ES The Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club Presents: A Black Film Festival to Celebrate Black History Month FEBRUARY 1 — 2 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM EMANCIPATION 2022 | R | 2H 12MIN Peter (Will Smith) escapes from slavery, relying on his wi ts, unwavering faith and deep love for his family to evade cold-blooded hunters and the unforgiving swamps of Louisiana on his quest for freedom. The film is inspired by the 1863 photos of "Whipped Peter," taken during a Union Army medical examination, that first appeared in Harper's Weekly. One image, known as "The Scourged Back," which shows Peter’s bare back mutilated by a whipping delivered by his enslavers, ultimately contributed to growing public opposition to slavery. FEBRUARY 7 — 9 1 1 AM, 3 PM , 7 PM THE WOMAN KING 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 40MIN In the 1800s, a group of all-female warriors protects the African kingdom of Dahomey with skills and fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Faced with a new threat, Gen. Nanisca trains the next generation of recruits to fight against a foreign enemy that's determined to destroy their way of life. 20 FEBRUARY 14 — 16 (NO 7 PM SHOWING ON FEBRUARY 14) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM DEVOTION 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 9MIN Korean War fighter pilots Tom Hudner (Glen Powell) and Jesse L. Brown (Jonathan Majors) form life-and-death bonds after one of them is shot down in enemy territory, forcing the other flier to rely on extreme tactics to rescue his brother-in-arms. FEBRUARY 21 — 23 (NO 7 PM SHOWING FEBRUARY 21) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM PELÉ 2021 | PG-13 | 1H 48MIN The definitive story of the man who personified soccer, which he called "the beautiful game", and how he changed the history of the sport. FEBRUARY 28 — MARCH 2 ( NO 7 PM SHOWING FEBRUARY 28) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM TILL 2022 | R | 2H 10MIN When Mamie Till-Mobley's 14year-old son Emmett is lynched in Mississippi, she insists he have an open-casket funeral. Her pursuit of justice became a galvanizing moment that helped lead to the creation of the civil rights movement. ADDITIONAL CLOSED CAPTIONING SCREENINGS HAVE BEEN ADDED! NOW, ALL MOVIE SHOWINGS ON TUESDAY, AND THE 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CINEMA FRIDAYS. 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. FEBRUARY 3 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS) HARRIET 2019 | PG-13 | 2H 5MIN Based on the thr i l l ing and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, Harriet tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Haunted by memories of those she left behind, Harriet ventures back into dangerous territory on a mission to lead others to freedom. With allies like abolitionist William Still and the entrepreneurial Marie Buchanon, Harriet risks capture and death to guide hundreds to safety as one of the most prominent conductors of the Underground Railroad. FEBRUARY 10 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE TUSKEGEE AIRMEN 1995 | PG-13 | 1H 46MIN The true story of how a group of African American pilots overcame racist opposition to become one of the finest US fighter groups in World War II. Starring Laurence Fishburne, Malcolm Jamal Warner, and Allen Payne. FEBRUARY 17 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS) LOUIS ARMSTRONG BLACK & BLUES 2022 | R | 1H 46MIN Follow the life and legacy of the master and so-called founding father of jazz, America's first pop star, and cultural ambassador. 21 FEBRUARY 24 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS) BIGGER THAN AFRICA 2018 | NR | 1H 30MIN When the slave boats docked in the Americas, Cuba and the Caribbean, hundreds of cultures and religions came with the Africans but only one survived the plantations. To date, the most pronounced African Culture of the Diasporas remains the culture of the Yoruba. From Brazil to Trinidad, the United States to Cuba, Haiti and the entire Caribbean, this West African culture dominates all other Cultures of Africa and could be said to have survived the plantations for hundreds of years. Bigger Than Africa follows the trans-Atlantic slave trade route from West Africa to six different countries — USA, Nigeria, Brazil, Republic of Benin, Trinidad and Tobago and Cuba — to explore and find reasons for the survival of this particular West African Culture.

EVENTS Individual tickets on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office while supplies last. 5 pm Premium - $35 5 pm Regular - $30 8 pm Premium - $40 8 pm Regular - $35 Feb. 3 - Steve Solomon Feb. 17 - Shake Baby Shake Feb. 24 - Forbidden Broadway Mar. 9 - Gary Puckett and the Union Gap Chapel of love Clubhouse Ballroom Tickets: $40 Includes dinner, dessert, dancing, and photos by a professional photographer! Purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard only by February 3. 22 Mar. 31 - The Edwards Twins VALENTINES ’ DANCE AT THE HFC February 9 from 7 to 10 pm. $10 entry fee and $10 table reservations can be purchased at the HFC Activities Desk. BYOB and snacks! FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW By Lyn Rogers The 15th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will be on display in the Clubhouse Ballroom on March 11 from 12:30 to 4 pm. LA Photographers and Artists can pick up entry forms and guidelines at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Entry forms must be turned in by February 3. The show is open to all Lake Ashton residents, attendance is free and refreshments will be provided thanks to the following sponsors: Bernie Pruitt of Hill Nissan, The Tessier Law Firm, The Gallery & Frame Shop, Snowbird Heating & Cooling, Inc., Boyett Family Dentistry, Kevin Weltlin with State Farm Agency. MARDI GRAS PERFORMANCE By Gina Krall The LA Ashtonettes and the LA Shakers will be performing in the Lake Wales Mardi Gras parade FEBRUARY 14 at 6 pm February 18 at 3 pm downtown Lake Wales. The two marching groups will be leading the parade again following official cars, police and fire truck. This year entertainer Diana Lynn will be featured, who will be belting out Mardi Gras jazz tunes and slinging beads from the back of the decorated truck. Thank you to the new sponsor, Art's Golf Cars.For more information, visit lwmardigras.com. HUMP DAY KARAOKE Enjoy karaoke February 8 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Restaurant from 6 to 9 pm. Purchase $3 tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BYOB & snacks. Carrabba’s will be offering dinners again (same menu as January -- will be sent out via email blast) for pickup at 5 pm. Place orders by 3 pm on February 7. Mardi Gras PARTY FEBRUARY 21 at 7 pm Clubhouse Ballroom LIVE DJ, SNACKS & NON-ALCOHOLIC DRINKS PROVIDED TICKETS: $10 AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE BEGINNING JANUARY 16 VISA, MASTERCARD, OR CHECK PAYABLE TO LACED Laissez les bons temps rouler! 23

LA TRIVIA - TIME AND LOCATION CHANGES! By David Fix Trivia will be held on February 5 from 7 to 9 pm in the Restaurant, and February 19 and March 5 from 4 to 6 pm in the Ballroom. Maximum number of players per team is eight. Individuals are encouraged to come and join an open table. Cost is $1 per person to play with all money returned to the top three teams. Three rounds of 10 questions will be played along with one final bonus question. Please come early as it will start promptly at 7 pm. BYOB! BYOSnacks! TRASH TO TREASURE SALE By Diane Dillon, Publicity Chair Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton (BOLLA), is pleased to announce the Trash to Treasure Sale will be March 17 and 18. The popular sale, held every other year, will be open to residents only on Friday, March 17, from 4 to 8 pm, in the Clubhouse Ballroom. On Saturday, March 18, from 8 am to 2 pm, it will be open to the public. Residents are welcome to come on Saturday as well. No tickets are required for the event on Friday. However, a limited number of ‘Fast Pass’ tickets will be sold for residents wishing to enter the sale via a priority line on Friday night. Tickets go on sale on February 27 for $5 with a check made payable to BOLLA. Trash to Treasure is a great way to pick up that special item and to support a wonderful organization serving Polk county’s children in crisis. A variety of items including furniture, jewelry, sports equipment, décor, kitchenware, framed art, craft supplies, linens and more will be available. There will also be a raffle for a Lottery Tree with $100 worth of assorted lottery tickets. In the past few years, BOLLA has consistently donated over 1000 blankets per year to organizations such as Guardian Ad Litem, Boys and Girls at Risk Groups, Pregnancy centers, over 10 schools, and more. All proceeds from Trash to Treasure are used to buy material and supplies to make additional blankets. BOLLA will accept items for the sale on March 14 from 10 am to 1 pm and 5 pm to 8 pm, March 15 from 10 am to 1 pm and 5 to 8 pm, and March 16 from 11 am to 4 pm. Anyone who would like to donate gently used items may bring them to the Clubhouse Ballroom at these times. BOLLA is unable to accept clothing, electronics, TV’s, computers, printers, phones, books or Christmas decorations. BOLLA is a 501c charity. All donations are tax deductible. Payments must be in the form of cash or check. Any unsold items from Trash to Treasure will be donated to the Lake Wales Care Center. There are several ways to support BOLLA: • Donate gently used treasures March 14 – 16. • Come to the sale and find new treasures on March 17 and/or 18. • Buy raffle tickets for the Lottery Tree. You do not need to be present to win. • Make a monetary donation to BOLLA with a check payable to BOLLA at the Clubhouse Activities Office. SAVE THESE DATES ! • March 10 — Shamrock Party at the HFC • April 14 — Pub Crawl at the Clubhouse • May 6 – Derby Day Party at the Clubhouse • May 19 – Bloomin’ Beauties: LA’s Annual Ladies Luncheon at the Clubhouse • June 2 – Luau at the Clubhouse • July 4 - Rootin’ Tootin’ July 4 at the Clubhouse As always, nearly 100 BOLLA members thank you in advance for your support. Contact Linda Warden (518-368-2569 or BOLLAblankets@gmail.com) if you have any questions. 24

SI LENT d i February 28 at 7 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Tickets: $12 at the Clubhouse Activities Office until February 14 Includes entertainment, snack bar, and non-alcoholic beverages Wireless headsets provided … turn them to various stations, then boogie on the dance floor amidst others dancing to what’s on their headphones. If you don’t like a song, switch your headphones to the next station! You can turn down the volume or take them off to chat with others. This is a new experience you won't want to miss! SPONSOR: KEVIN WELTLIN WITH STATE FARM s c o ST. PADDY’S DAY PARTY By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars is once again hosting a St. Paddy's Day Party on March 17 from 7 to 10 pm in the Community Room of the HFC. This is a fundraiser for the group, to benefit the American Cancer Society and everyone is proud and excited to bring this party back. Tickets are $10, cash or check payable to LA Purple Stars. DJ Wayne will provide great dance music and some Irish tunes. Tickets go on sale February 1 at the HFC. Don't forget that you can bring your favorite food and beverage. Looking forward to a great evening. Any questions call David Harrison at 863 326-6418. 26 LAPAC SHOWCASE - ONE SINGULAR SENSATION! TICKET INFORMATION By Karen Nelson It's almost here! Your friends and neighbors have been working and rehearsing the 2023 Showcase, One Singular Sensation, and it's nearly time to get your tickets! The Showcase will be presented March 24 at 7:30 pm, and March 25 at 1:30 and 7:30 pm. Sales of tickets to Lake Ashton residents will start on February 21 at 8 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. For the intrepid neighbors who line up early to be among the first to make their seat selections, there will be a number distribution sheet again, first come, first served, starting at 6 am. BYOC (coffee)! By having the sheet for the physical number in line, residents can plan their return to the Ballroom for actual ticket purchase. Residents are eligible to purchase eight tickets per Show time (Friday evening, Saturday matinee, or Saturday evening). If you need to purchase tickets for another Show time, you will need to have someone do that for you as you will not get an advance number for ticket distribution for more than one Show. Regular sales will be by check only payable to LAPAC (cash will be accepted only at the sales event February 21). The Saturday Matinee will have an extended intermission to address mobility challenges. If wheelchair use is needed please note that at the time of ticket purchase to allow row/seat configurations. There will also be sign language interpreters. The deadline for ASL reservations is February 10. Reservations can be redeemed for Matinee ticket purchase between 8 am and 12 noon on the first day of sales in the Ballroom. To reserve, email caselton11@gmail.com, subject line “ASL interpreters,” or text 240-476-4549. 27

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman January was an amazing month for the LALGA with the Solheim Cup. Congratulations to the winners. Everyone involved seemed to enjoy themselves at both the pairing party and the tournament. Kudos to Cheryl Coveleski and her committee — well done! We Care For Kids held its annual collection of collection of hygiene kits. A shout out to Nancy Zografos and her committee for their support of the kids in our communities. In addition, a special thank you to all the LALGA members who donated for these kits. Your endless support is always much appreciated. Nominations for the 2023-2024 Board are quickly approaching. The positions of Vice President and Treasurer, currently held by Dori Krogman and Lynne Abbott respectively will be up. If you are interested in one of these positions please give your name to either Kathy Reed, Rita Lee or Carol Williams by February 24. Voting will take place in the spring. Thank you for considering being a member of the Board. The LALGA Facebook page is a great way to find out information about the league. If you are not currently subscribed to the page please consider doing so. Just log in to Facebook and search LALGA. You may then ask to join. At the January board meeting handicaps were discussed. The following is a change to the bylaws. Players whose handicap is 40 or less are eligible to be members of the LALGA. Maximum course handicap is 36. Members whose handicap is more than 36 may play in all LALGA events but must assume a 36 handicap. If there are any questions about this change please see a board member. The Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following Gold Sponsors for their support: A+ Realty, Amerity Financial, Bunting, Tripp & Ingley, Butz, George W. DDS, Century 21, Chain of Lakes Refrig. & Air Cond, Country Boy Pest Control, Cuttin’ Up Salon, D & D Home Repairs, Dyer Auto, Walter Enriquez Lawn Service, Forni Dental, Garden Nails & Spa, Lake Ashton Realty, Lake Wales Chrysler & Dodge Mannix Pools, Millers Central Air, Payzac Precision, Polk Periodontics, Pool Service by Law, Red Hoagland Hyundai, Rightway Landscaping, Shutters & Shades, South State Bank, Tessier Law Firm, The Twisted Prop, Wells Fargo and Winter Haven Honda. If you are in need of any of the services they offer please support them. To date, the Red Hoagland Challenge leaders are “T” Utting - $146.75, Beverly Hines - $144; Kathy Ryan - $132.25 and Joanne McKinley - $114.25. Congratulations ladies! See you on the course. Have a great month. If you make a holein-one, send your name, date, hole, and course number to be featured in the LA Times to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com 28

LAMGA By David Kubissa The LA Men’s Golf Association kicked off another season of league play on January 4 with more than 140 golfers signed up to play and even more joining as this article goes to press. Despite a couple of chilly and foggy mornings, the 2023 season has jumped off to a hot start with more creative games to come in February. This will be another year of the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge. Last year’s winners, announced in late December, were in order of finish: 1. Jim Simpson; 2. Donn Yasz; 3. Paul Panone; 4. Dan Baun. They won gift certificates to the Pro Shop, all donated by Red Hoagland Hyundai. As the new season unfolded in January, the LAMGA Board of Directors plunged headlong into planning mode for the 2023 LAMGA Member-Guest Tournament, taking place from March 9 – 11. Much of the work in the early stages involves not only tournament logistics but also ensuring sponsor support. Last month’s article saluted major sponsors, such as Red Hoagland Hyundai, that have generously supported the tournament in the past. This month we want to acknowledge a few more auto dealerships: Hill Nissan; Lakes Wales Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram; Ridge Quality Motors; and Winter Haven Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram. Look for more Member-Guest sponsors in this monthly article throughout the year, and keep them in mind when shopping locally for goods and services. For a full sponsor list, check out the LAMGA website, Lake Ashton Living and Talk of Lake Ashton. LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt There’s lots of golf happening in February here at Lake Ashton. SAVE THE DATES: February 2-3 Couples Club Championship, and February 20-21 Niners Pick Your Partner Ringer with lunch. Looks to be a super fun time. Let’s see if we can get enough ladies signed up for the Ringer to play the entire course that day! Despite the rain delay and cooler weather on Day Two, the LA Ringer Tournament in January was great. Would love to see more Niners sign up and play. Rules, Rules, Rules - let’s talk about 90-degrees (not the temperature ladies, the GOLF rule). It’s rather important for the fairway turf that you drive on the cart path or rough MORE than the fairway. So, the 90-degree rule was made to keep you OFF the fairways and more on the path. In winter, there are more golfers using the courses, and the grass can take a beating. So, do NOT drive your cart down the fairway to your ball. Please, drive down the cart path or rough towards your ball, then turn 90degrees towards it. We own the golf courses, so let’s take care of them. The Niners need you for Vice President or Treasurer to start after the winter season – any takers? Still have questions? Ready to join? Want to be on the Board? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 1-year 18-month 4.55 4.30 4.65 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 31 % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 1/11/2023. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

CLUBS LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION (LAPA) By Becky Wilson The Pickleball Association is comprised of residents who enjoy Pickleball, from Beginners to Masters of the game! Residents are not required to join the Association in order to enjoy the courts. However, LAPA is a great way to connect with other players, enjoy the social part of being a member, and support LA Pickleball! Here are a few things LAPA does: • Supplies all balls for the courts • Plans and orchestrates various fun times with mixers and social gatherings for members • Represents its members and works with the HFC to help the court usage run smoothly • Purchases needed and desired items (benches, storage unit, additional wind screens, paddles that are available for use by beginner players, bulletin board, etc.) when the HFC does not have available funds • Membership gives eligibility to try out and play on League Teams. The fees are paid by LAPA and not the individual players. These Leagues are representative of Lake Ashton in numerous neighboring communities. They are also fun to come out and watch! Those are just some of the benefits of joining LAPA! If you have any questions, please email lakeashtonpickleball@gmail.com. If you would like to join, fill out a short membership form at the Clubhouse, and pay your dues (check only) — which are quite reasonable! Membership is $10 per person per year, or $25 per person for three years. Membership dues run from October 1 through September 30. The Bulletin Board outside the court fence has a calendar of playing times. Come on by and take a look! Hopefully this have given you a little insight into Lake Ashton Pickleball Association! WHAT IS THE LA SWIM CLUB? By Sandy White A lady at the indoor pool recently confessed she didn't know what the Swim Club does, so the start of a new year sounds like a good time to share this information with LA neighbors. Almost four years ago, several fitness swimmers commented that they were bored just doing the same old laps and didn't like swimming alone. So, they put their heads together and formed the LA Swim Club with the goal of working out together 2-3 times a week. The HFC Manager agreed to reserve the pool and we some swim workout equipment was donated. Not long after getting organized, it was discovered that swimmers at other 55+ communities participated in one or more of the (now) 31-year-old Florida Senior Games age group swimming competitions. These multi-sport events take place throughout the year in 21 regions, one of which is our Polk Co. Senior Games. The regional games also serve as qualifiers for the state senior swimming championships each December. So, now the club has morphed into two overlapping groups: a fitness group that does a printed general workout, and a senior games competitive group. Both swim under the guidance of an experienced swim coach. As a result, a number of swimmers have competed in regional swim meets, and a few have qualified and participated in the state championships, and even the national games. All have come home with personal satisfaction, and most have brought home medals, which are awarded by age group to the top three females & top three males in each of 14 events. In addition to swimming, there are usually one or more club socials. Anyone who can swim at least two lengths of the pool and would like to use swimming to improve their fitness or aim for the senior games is welcome to join our club and workout with us (Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am). For more information, contact volunteer coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com AUTHORIZED DEALER 33

BOOK CLUB By Gary Winfrey All Lake Ashton residents are invited by the Tuesday Evening Book Club to a Zoom presentation February 7 at 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema by guest author Ward R. Anderson about his book ESCAPE FROM UKRAINE: One Man’s Journey to the Black Sea. Mr. Anderson wrote Escape from Ukraine to protest the 2014 invasion of Eastern Ukraine and Crimea. Completed in 2020, it was updated and republished after the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. After graduating from Bucknell University with a B.A. in History, Mr. Anderson flew fighter/attack aircraft from the U.S.S. Ranger. As a Naval Reservist, his NATO deployments in the 1980s along the Iron Curtain furthered his understanding of the vulnerability of free border countries. Anderson lives in Annapolis, Maryland, and as a seasonal visitor to the Keys, he is a member of the Key West Writer's Guild. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock photographing reptiles and amphibians. After the talk, attendees went outside and enjoyed taking pictures of his animals placed in natural looking environments. Members enjoyed a good learning experience and as well as interacting with the animals. Plans are under way for additional guest speakers and club outings for the balance of the season. Members are busy preparing their entries for the 15th annual LA Fine Arts & Photography Show to be held on March 11. The next meeting will be held on February 13 at 10:30 am in the Cinema. Lake Ashton residents are always welcome. GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Garden Club met briefly on January 11 in the Pavilion. A quick meeting was held and a train of carts made their way to Dave Marsh’s lush de s e r t ga rden . The Garden Club members thank Dave for the opportunity to ask questions and provide a number of samples for members to propagate. Dave doesn’t mind “drive- by’s.” Take a peek on Strathmore. The next Garden Club meeting is Thursday, February 9 at 10 am in the Pavilion. The Club will meet the 2nd Thursday of the month until May to accommodate more members. Our guest speaker will be Gene, the barefoot gardener. The topic will be caring for those holiday poinsettias. Please don’t hesitate to join in. No experience needed. PARTICIPANTS WANTED! Hand & Foot Mondays at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room and Wednesdays at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room In January the Camera Club was invited to the Lake Region Audubon facility by its president, Reinier Munguia. He gave a great presentation on Mexican Train Dominoes Fridays from 6 to 9 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. All are welcome to join! Contact Niru Jain at 863-855-0075. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 35

SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In January, several new members were welcomed, and the group discussed future lunches and dinners. Also, Athene Engel was thanked for arranging the lunch at the Jacaranda Hotel (pictured). The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month will be held in the Pavilion at 4 pm. A thank you letter from the Senior Orphans was read expressing their gratitude for the gifts that were given to them by the group. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on February 5. LA ITALIAN CLUB POTLUCK By Susie Escoda Italian-Americans of Lake Ashton are invited to the Italian Club Potluck on February 16 at 6 pm at the HFC. Bring a dish to share and $2 to cover expenses. Come gather to get to know each ot he r, have some f un , and make new friends. Please call Susie Escoda at 863-206-6566 with any questions. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Paul Ritz The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting February 2 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The February speaker is Tom Phillips, Executive Director of the Citrus Connection, which oversees mass transit in Polk County. Tom will speak about what is currently going on and what is planned for the future regarding transportation in this area. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet February 22 at the Clubhouse. Check-in and social time starts at 3:30 pm and the meeting begins at 4. Members and their guests are welcome. For more information, contact Brenda at 813 -313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. LASSO SHUFFLEBOARD RECREATION LEAGUE Join the Lake Ashton Supporters of Special Olympians (LASSO) for shuffleboard Fridays, February 3 — 24 from 1 to 2:30 pm at the Lake Ashton Shuffleboard Courts. There will be an End-ofSeason Cookout March 3 from 1 to 2:30 pm at the Lake Ashton Pavilion. TUESDAY PARTY By George Rogers Winners for December and January sessions with some notable scores: Dec. 13: John Sammons, Chris Verges, Judy Marine, and George Rogers. Dec. 20: John Sammons (with an amazing 5,120 points in a Chicago scored 24 hands), Marge Kniat (3,720), Howard Mayne, and Judy Marine. Dec. 27: Jeannine Connors, Char Walters, Liz Leigh, and Pat Sammons. Jan. 3: John Sammons, Jeannine Connors, Howard Mayne, and Janis Vasquenza. Jan. 10: Marge Kniat (with an amazing 4,470 points in 24 hands), Mafie Walker, Dee Mayne, and Jeannine Connors. Party Bridge is open to all levels of bridge players. There are open, friendly discussions of played hands so everyone has a chance to improve their play, or to merely gossip. Please call or message George Rogers if you wish to be signed up to play Tuesdays at 1:45 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse Information Wall. A partner is required. For assistance finding a partner or for more information, please contact Don Fuller at Dfuller627@yahoo.com. Dec. 19, North/South: 1st Marian Oshinsky & Jane Gibbons, 2nd George Rogers & Ralph Ritter, 3rd Don Fuller & Jim Ford, East/West: 1st Keith Stevens & Barb Cassidy, 2nd Chris Verges & Jeannine Connors, 3rd Sonny Robinson and Pat Foster Jan. 2, North/South: 1st Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 2nd Judy Robertson & Dana Cunningham, 3rd Roger Nelson & Marion Nelson, East/West: 1st Keith Stevens & Barb Cassidy, 2nd Marge Kniat & Judy Marine, 3rd Chris Verges & Jeannine Connors Jan. 9: North/South: 1st Sonny Robinson & Dana Cunningham, 2nd Barb Cassidy & Keith Stevens, 3rd Marian Oshinsky & Chris Verges, East/West: 1st Pauline Pare & Nelda Sedlacek, 2nd John Sammons & Pat Sammons, 3rd Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming

LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Next Meeting: February 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the Ballroom, near the stage. You are invited to come check the group out. There are several activities and fundraisers scheduled for 2023. Proceeds for these events benefit a designated Veterans Charity. The first event of the year is the Girl Scout Cookie Drive for the Troops. Last year the group raised money to purchase more than 300 boxes of GS Cookies for men and women in uniform. The Girl Scouts will be making a very special presentation to LAVA Auxiliary and LAVA to acknowledge this support. In addition, the Girl Scouts will be collecting money for the troops to receive cookies this year, and attendees will also be able to purchase cookies for personal use … it should be a YUM, YUM meeting! MR. LAKE ASHTON IS BACK! The fundraiser will be held on April 15 and a few good men are sought to be contestants! Funds raised will go to the Veteran Equine program. Sign up sheets can be found at the Clubhouse and HFC Activities Desks. This event sold out when it was held pre-Covid, and the same is anticipated this year. It is a lot of fun for all! It’s also never too soon to mark your calendar for the Craft Fair which will be held again in October. Both the Clubhouse and HFC have the vendor applications. Stop by and pick one up. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join the Club for an enjoyable and productive work session while looking for ancestors. Bring your laptop/tablet (or use one of the computers in the media center) and delve into the online records to look for that long lost great grandfather or try to knock down that "brick wall". Some members of the group will be there to help and coach you if you need it. The Cub meets Wednesday, February 8 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Come and take advantage of the group’s expertise. For more information, call Jane at 815-545-6655. Time sure flies when you're having such a good time. It’s so hard to believe that the first month of 2023 is already history. The LA Rocker community spent this past month returning to the regular schedule of meetings/classes every other week. One of those sessions was devoted to a much requested dotting class where members learned to make snowflakes. Leadership is so grateful to have such a talented group of members, each ready and willing to share their expertise with the rest. It is always fun to try something new. If you haven't yet done so, definitely think about joining. You don't need to know how to draw or paint. All you need is the desire to have a good time and make yourself and others happy. Newcomers are always welcome and will be lent the supplies needed for your first meeting. So if you are here and want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join the meetings on February 8 and 22. If a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group page on FaceBook. Newcomers: PLEASE contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) before coming so that supplies can be prepared for you to use and be able to contact you if a meeting has to be canceled (not everyone is on Facebook). Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the club, group, or organization they are trying to join. Thank you to all the club, group, and organization facilitators who work very hard to ensure there is a robust activities schedule for all residents to enjoy. Lake Ashton is lucky to have a large number of residents willing to volunteer their time in one way or another for everyone to live their best retired life. Be sure to view the calendar inserts in this issue for a list of recurring activities held at the Clubhouse and HFC.

MIND&BODY CAREGIVER SUPPORT An all-encompassing Caregiver Support Group facilitated by the Alzheimer's Association will be held on February 21 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Conference Room. This group is for Caregivers and Care partners of people living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s, ALS, Cancer, and Diabetes. People who are living with the disease are welcome to attend with their care partner. This support group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for everyone to develop a support system. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. SKIN CANCER SEMINAR & DINNER Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with millions of cases diagnosed each year. Nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma every day, which is the most deadly form of skin cancer. If detected early, skin cancer is highly treatable. This is why you should not wait. Residents are invited to join a group of dermatology providers for a free dinner and seminar on February 7 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom to learn everything you should know about prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by February 3. UPCOMING HEALTH SEMINARS AT THE HFC • Understanding Skin Lesions February 7 at 1:30 pm • Osteoarthritis of the Knee February 8 at 2 pm Sign up at the HFC Activities Desk W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held every Saturday at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com LA SOCIAL TENNIS By Debbie Grabb Social Tennis is played from 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Just show up at the HFC or Clubhouse courts with your tennis racquet; tennis balls provided. No dues, just bring a can of tennis balls once a month. If you have questions, contact Debbie Grabb at 863-324-0600. There is a ball machine stored at the Clubhouse courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Instructor: Gina Krall Thursdays at 11 am in HFC Sports Court. Yoga positions are shown for every level including first time practicers. Participants are encouraged to honor their bodies at all times. Practiced regularly, yoga improves posture, balance, flexibility, anxiety, stress, and provides a host of other benefits. Chair yoga will be offered if requested. COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom Beginners Plus: Tuesdays at 8 pm, Thursdays at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (305-725-4946) Thursdays from 3 to 4 pm with a glass of ? afterwards (BYOB). Meet at the HFC Sports Court for lots of fun and energy. No need for previous dance experience or to be in attendance weekly. IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays at 1 pm in the HFC Community Center LA STEPPERS Certified Instructor: LA Resident Sue Fitzgerald The popular fitness class from the 90s is also popular here in Lake Ashton, and will continue Thursdays from 5 to 6 pm in the HFC Community Center. Prior to class there will be a refresher of basic steps. Participants must bring their own step. There is no charge for this class. Contact Sue at 904-566-2846 with any questions. TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard A fun group of tappers who gather weekly on Fridays at 10 am at the Clubhouse Stage to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Julie at jbombard73@gmail.com. LAKE ASHTON DANCE CLASSES - FOX TROT Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (Certified DVIDA instructor — 863.875.6728) Mondays in February from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Room. FREE! No Partner needed! MAH JONGG By Myrna Soberman Looking for Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience to join this group every Wednesday afternoon at the HFC from 2 to 4 pm. For more information, please contact myrnaandsteve@gmail.com.

FUSED GLASS CLASSES BEYOND THE BASICS: Four Thursdays — February 9, 16, 23, and March 2 from 9 am to 12 pm at the HFC Craft Room. Cost is $100 and includes all four classes, which must be paid in advance to Jill Groves, 6305 Pinehurst Loop, Winter Haven 33884. Jill will prepare new experiences & techniques each week, building on the last. You will come away with at least four finished projects. Basics of Wire-Wrapping: February 24, from 10 am to 12 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Cost $20, paid at the class. Pre-registration required at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Use wire to wrap your favorite shell or pendant. Bring your own or some will be provided. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr February 11 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Snowfall Magic $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on February 10. WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Instructor: Freddie Combs Subject matter will be still life, florals and beach related items. Sessions are February 10, and March 10 from 9 am - 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Those attending should arrive at least 15 42 minutes prior to class start time to allow time for prep work before class begins. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. All new students should contact the artist at 864-307-1244. A sign-up sheet will be at the HFC Activities Desk. WINE GLASS PAINTING Create a beautiful custom wine glass, hand-painted by you! For $35, each painter will receive step-bystep instructions to create two permanent, washable, and beautifully decorated wine glasses. The instructor will supply each painter with two wine glasses and all paints and brushes needed on February 10 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Stop by the Activities Office with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli to reserve your spot. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on February 15 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Cost is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join the group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. CRAFTING WITH CARMEN Carmen is coming back with another fun, creative craft to decorate your home, pizza pan door hangers! Yes, you read that right, you will be using a pizza pan (provided) to make a simple yet cute welcome sign for your door. Join in on the crafting fun on March 30 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. All supplies and instruction will be included for $10. Sign up with a check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard at the Clubhouse Activities Office.

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L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter January 2023 Simply the Best! Chili for a Cause! Don't miss the Chili Cookoff Jan.20 benefitting the American Cancer Society 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES February Issue Deadline: January 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. JANUARY 2023 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. JANUARY 2 — NO MONDAY COFFEE - HAPPY NEW YEAR! JANUARY 9 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Theatre Winter Haven • Featured Vendors: • Christine Graves Insurance • Edward Jones - Matt Simpson • Economy Glass Tinting (economywindowfilm@gmail.com) • JANUARY 16 NO MONDAY COFFEE — MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY Peanut Butter Monday - Non-Perishable Food Donations for Lake Wales Care Center Can be Dropped Off to the Ballroom Kitchen JANUARY 23 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING JANUARY 30 • Featured Speaker: Lake Ashton Community Action Committee (LACAC) Update • Featured Vendors: • Salomon Eye Care • Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 16 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 24 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 38 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Continued Meeting January 17, 2 pm, Clubhouse Ballroom Monday, January 23, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, January 20, 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st & 3rd Tues. , 9 am, Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... New Year, New Comfort! EXTRA 15% OFF NOW INTRODUCING * *Coupon cannot be combined with any other offer. See store for details. Expires 1/31/23. The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! Get a... with a mattress set purchase 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 5 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1427 12/22 $300 GIFT CARD

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HOLIDAY CLOSINGS The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed on Monday, January 2 in observance of the New Year. The Clubhouse Offices will be closed January 16 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. These holidays do not impact the regular trash/recycling service schedule for Lake Ashton residents. Lake Wales residents will put their trash out Thursday evening for pickup on Friday and Winter Haven residents will put their trash out on Sunday evening for pickup on Monday morning. WELCOME TO LAKE ASHTON New residents of Lake Ashton can sign up at either Activities Desk for a New Resident Social January 18 in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 2 pm. This is an opportunity to meet community leaders and other new residents, and get information about the community. New residents can also stop by the Clubhouse or HFC during operating hours to receive a welcome packet. 6 NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: January 11 & 25 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE January 11 & 25, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot FOOD TRUCKS In the Clubhouse West Parking Lot - stay tuned to media for additions, changes, and menus! 1/9 - Top Dog 1 - 6 pm 1/16 - K&E Italian - 4 - 7 pm 1/19 - Smokin' Oak - 4 - 7 pm 1/30 - K&E Italian - 4 - 7 pm 1/31 - Smokin' Oak - 4 - 7 pm LAKEASHTONLIVING.COM By Iris Realmuto LakeAshtonLiving.com is a resident-run, comprehensive private community website for all Lake Ashton residents. Come to one of the presentations below at the Clubhouse Cinema and learn all about the features of the website including the resident directory, marketplace (classifieds), event calendar, discussion groups, and CDD, HOA, club, and activity information. Iris will answer all your questions and provide insight into what’s available to Lake Ashton residents. January 6 at 9 am, January 9 at 1 pm, January 27 at 1:30 pm, February 7 at 9 am. Please note that this website is not affiliated with the LACDD or LAIICDD. CLUBHOUSE FOYER PHOTO CONTEST VOTING Stop by the Clubhouse beginning January 10 to cast your vote for the photo contest! Margo Custen would like to extend thanks to all of the Lake Ashton friends and neighbors who reached out to send well wishes and help after her accident. 7

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Michael Costello Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: January 16, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Brenda Van Sickle 863-324-6191, bvansickle@lakeashtoncdd.com Happy New Year! January is a great time for reflection and anticipation — reflection of the year that has passed and anticipation of the year to come. Residents are urged to become more involved in community activities designed to benefit the body, mind, and spirit. Plan to spend time at the amenities enjoying all that Florida’s peak season brings. Starting the week at Lake Ashton’s Monday Coffee information meetings will provide a good overview of upcoming classes, shows, meetings, and parties. Mix it up in 2023 and try sitting at a new table at Monday Coffee! Hundreds of new residents moved to Lake Ashton in 2022, so reach out to new faces and welcome new neighbors. In December, elected Supervisors Mike Costello, Debby Landgrebe, and Brenda Van Sickle took their oath of office and residents said farewell to Supervisor Bob Plummer. Looking forward in anticipation to 2023, residents will find an abundant schedule of activities at the Clubhouse and Health and Fitness Center to accommodate the active lifestyle to which residents are accustomed. Please keep staff at the Clubhouse or HFC informed with any feedback or questions regarding any concerns about the respective amenities and resident services to ensure that 2023 is the best year yet at Lake Ashton. Supervisors met on December 19 to review additional information provided by the Restuarant proposers. Supervisors ultimately decided to enter into lease negotiations with Charm City. A wrap up report of actions taken at this meeting was sent out on December 19 via email blast. Residents are encouraged t o attend CDD meetings to stay up to date regarding issues that effect the entire community. A schedule of meetings, past meeting minutes, current and past issues of the LA Times, and additional District documents can all be found on lakeashtoncdd.com, the official website of Lake Ashton Community Development District (LACDD). 8 9

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Happy Holidays to all! This is a very busy time of the year for most…a happy time with family, friends and lots of fun things to do for many. However, others may be struggling with the “first” holiday season alone or yet another without a loved one, so please be kind to everyone and take the time to listen to your neighbors. The next LA II Board of Supervisors meeting will follow the Budget Planning Workshop scheduled for Tuesday, January 10th. The workshop begins at 9 AM and the regular meeting will follow. The next Joint Boards of Directors meeting will take place at the HFC on Friday January 20th. At the last Joint meeting, the review of the Joint Amenities Policies was discussed, and Christine and I are both awaiting final approval so that we can move forward with the new policies for 2023. The HFC welcomes new participants into the Fitness Classes if you’ve made a resolution to get more fit in 2023. If you don’t know which class to start with, stop over, speak to one of the instructors or staff, or audit one to see if it’s a good fit. All LA II CDD sponsored classes are free of charge to residents Monday thru Friday AMs. Of course, we welcome back residents who have already taken the plunge! There will also be a DJ Dance on lucky Friday, January 13th. No negative vibes allowed, only fun and dancing! The Annual Fitness Expo will be on Friday, January 27th with many vendors offering products, services, and freebies for all who attend. The timeframe will be from 8 AM until noon for this event. Door prizes are of quality and plentiful as well. It’s been a busy year for the Lake Ashton II CDD. Many issues have been implemented, resolved, replaced, or fixed. I’d like to thank the LA II CDD Board, volunteers, and my staff for their teamwork throughout the year. Christine and her staff, and the LA I CDD Board have also been great to work with. Also, a huge thanks of course to the many residents at Lake Ashton who make coming to work a pleasure! As I end 2022, I have a rumor to clear up. As of the end of February, I will be retiring and moving to South Carolina. Family is important to us, so we have made the decision to move closer to them. We may however, become snowbirds after a year or so. Please know that I have enjoyed my work here at Lake Ashton since early 2006 immensely and will think back fondly to many, many fun times. I wish only the best for everyone here. 10 11

HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisinger YOU ARE AWESOME, LAKE ASHTON! By Fred Halde At the time of the writing of this article, there is one week left for the collection of Toys for Tots, and I am proud to say that up to this point, your kindness and generosity has been amazing. I have taken 5 BIG loads of toys to the central collection warehouse and I know I have two more on the way before the box is put away for another year. Lake Ashton has come through again with its outreach and compassion. Smiles will be showing up all over the area because of your generous support. So from Toys for Tots, Rotary on the Ridge and myself … I offer you a heart-felt word of thanks. I hope you had a joyous and blessed holiday. Sponsored by Rotary on the Ridge. Contact is Fred Halde (231-343-0638, haldepcusa@gmail.com). CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock The staff at the Lake Wales Care Center asked us to pass on their gratitude to the "awesome" Lake Ashton residents for all of your generous donations. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all neighbors who helped so many families in the area have a Merry Christmas. A special thank you to BOLLA, the Sew What Group and the ladies golf leagues for their over the top contributions. I'm here again this year tapping your GENEROSITY! I have a grandson graduating from college in May. And I often think of all the support he has had from family and friends in achieving this goal. Where would he be if he had NO family or friend support? In Polk County there again are well over a hundred students who want to go to college. But sadly they have no family and the state ends their support when they graduate from high school. This is how you can help. Monetary donations in any amount small or large. Gift cards in the amount of $5, $10 or $15, from restaurants or stores. Items such as sheets, personal items (tooth paste, shampoo, deodorant)for a duffel bag for the summer. We also hope to award some scholarships as we have done in the past. Last year we had enough donations for five. I am planning to have a banner again this year at the Monday morning meetings please stop by and sign. (No donation required). Donations can be left at either Activities Desk. Any questions or donations to be picked up feel free to contact 217-652-6636 or miker0343@yahoo.com. LA BLACK HERITAGE CLUB By Norman Wilderson Although small in numbers, the Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club is big in community support. The club members continued to support community charitable organizations with monetary support and voluntary service. Members presented a check of $400 to the Lake Wales Care Center along with donating clothing and household goods. The Club made a $500 donation to the Polk County Public Schools in support of its Hearth Project (Homeless Education Advocates Restoring The Hope). The Club in the past years has provided both monetary and school supplies to the Chain of Lakes Elementary School, the John Snively Elementary School, and the Hearth Project. See page 35 for more information on the Club. FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! Thornhill Wealth Management Second Opinion Service Exclusively for Lake Ashton residents With the volatility of today’s markets and uncertainty of tomorrow’s economy, you may be wondering if you’re still on track to meet your financial goals. Whether you’re working with an advisor or personally managing your finances, it never hurts to get a second opinion. Our Second Opinion Service can help you, or someone you care about, feel more confident in the future. Conley Thornhill, CFP® What to expect We’ll meet with you for an in-depth conversation to get to know you and your unique situation. 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Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer Native Flowers of Central The catbird is an abundant "snow bird" in Florida including Lake Ashton. This bird is similar in size and shape to its close relative the Northern Mockingbird. However, unlike the Mockingbird, the Catbird is shy and not likely to sit at the highest point in your backyard drawing attention to itself. Appropriately named, its call sounds like a cat! They are dark gray with a black cap and a little russet under the tail which is frequently cocked. Invite them into your yard by planting an American Beauty Berry Bush. Multiple Catbirds will visit your yard especially at dawn and dusk to devour the magenta berries until none remain. gr ay NUISANCE PLANT HIGHLIGHT: TORPEDOGRASS Torpedograss first appeared in the United States in the early 1800s. It was planted as a forage grass for cattle and livestock, but it quickly b e c a m e o u t o f control, spreading i n t o wa t e r wa y s . Torpedograss is a type of invasive grass that grows quickly and widely in bodies o f wa t e r. I f no t treated immediately, 14 Florida By Lynn Davis A must have for any gardener wanting to plant an excellent pollinator for the 3 B’s: butterflies, bees and birds, gaillardia pulchella is known most commonly as the blanket flower. This daisylike flower can grow to the height of 12 to 18 inches and easily spreads. It has a long blooming season here in Central Florida. It’s red or yellow petals are best from mid-spring to late summer but, may bloom anytime thereafter. Dividing this plant will encourage it to become fuller and last longer. Though it tolerates some shade, blanket flowers thrive best in full sun. Gaillardias sold at many retail outlets usually are non-native. Why plant Gaillardia in your yard? As with most native plants, Gaillardias are very easy to maintain. It tolerates sandy soil and dry conditions. It is almost pest and disease free. You’ll also find that it’s a winner in hard to grow spots. Make sure to plant where it can easily spread for the best “wow” factor. You’ll be rewarded with beneficial visitors of butterflies, bees and birds because of its excellent nectar. For more information and nurseries selling this flower visit plantrealflorida.org. this grass can obstruct water flow and limit recreational use of lakes and ponds. Torpedograss can be difficult to eradicate. In order to keep Lake Ashton's waterways free of this invasive grass, Lake Ashton staff and our aquatics vendor conduct on-site tours of each pond and ensure there is a treatment plan in place.

SAFETY CAP By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets once a week for two hours. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. More information: Mike Weissberg, 863-324-3541. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Good Home Safety - Light Timers (Courtesy of Law Enforcement) Lighting is an effective tool to show your residence is occupied. A home that is dark, especially at night sends a message that there’s nobody home. Timers can be as simple or elaborate as you like. The wide range of units can offer everything from single to multiple day programming with varying times for operation. Pick a timer that you are comfortable with and install in multiple locations. Varying the times enhances the appearance of a home being occupied and easier in and outs for homeowners and visitors. Other tips include: • Use timers on lights, radios and even television sets • Use near windows, but be sure to have the window coverings closed. • Use timers on exterior lights especially near the property front • Use timers even for shorter periods of time. Should you be late coming home, your lights will indicate that someone is home and you’ll feel better walking into your home with lights on. • Shop around for the very long lasting LED light bulbs! C RT CERTainly Safe SLIPS, TRIPS, and FALLS COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Home Safey Tips from Your Lake Ashton Community Emergancy Response Team The CDC found over the last 10 years, that most household injuries (29.1%) are due to slips, trips and falls. Bathrooms were a common location where falls occur. Visit this website for tips on making your bathroom safer. https://safetydirectamerica.com/5-tips-preventing-bathroom-slips/ All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. To drive a golf cart, you must be 14 years of age in Lake Wales and 16 years of age in Winter Haven. 16 17

MOVI ES JANUARY 3 — 5 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN 2022 | R | 1H 49MIN Set on an island off the west coast of Ireland, two lifelong friends, Padraic (Colin Ferrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson), find themselves at an impasse when Colm abruptly decides to end their friendship. With the support of his sister Siobhan, who along with the local policeman's son Dominic, has her own qualms within the small island community, a confused and devastated Padraic attempts to reignite their relationship. But when Colm delivers a shocking ultimatum in order to crystalize his intention, events start to escalate to fractious heights. JANUARY 10 — 12 (NO 7 PM SHOWING ON JANUARY 11) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 20MIN A Greek island owned by billionaire Miles Bron provides the setting for Southern detective Benoit Blanc's latest adventure, which unfolds as a group of the tech titan's friends gather for a murder mystery party, which quickly turns deadly. JANUARY 17 — 19 (NO 11 AM SHOWING JANUARY 17) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM DOG GONE 2022 | G | 1H 35MIN Based on the true story of a father and son who repair their fractured relationship during a forced hike of the Appalachian trail to find their beloved lost dog. Starring Rob Lowe & Kimberly Williams-Paisley. 18 JANUARY 24 — 26 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM WHITE NOISE 2022 | R | 2H 16MIN At once hilarious and horrifying, lyrical and absurd, ordinary and apocalypt ic, Whi te Noi se dramat i zes a contemporary American family's attempts to deal with the mundane conflicts of everyday life while grappling with the universal mysteries of love, death, and the possibility of happiness in an uncertain world. Starring Adam Driver, Greta Gerwig, and Don Cheadle. JANUARY 31 — FEBRUARY 2 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM EMANCIPATION 2022 | R | 2H 12MIN "Emancipation" tells the triumphant story of Peter (Will Smith), a man who escapes from slavery, relying on his wits, unwavering faith and deep love for his family to evade cold-blooded hunters and the unforgiving swamps of Louisiana on his quest for freedom. The film is inspired by the 1863 photos of "Whipped Peter," taken during a Union Army medical examination, that first appeared in Harper's Weekly. One image, known as "The Scourged Back," which shows Peter’s bare back mutilated by a whipping delivered by his enslavers, ultimately contributed to growing public opposition to slavery. YOU ASKED AND WE LISTENED! ADDITIONAL CLOSED CAPTIONED SHOWTIMES HAVE BEEN ADDED: NOW, ALL MOVIE SHOWINGS ON TUESDAY & 11 AM SHOWINGS ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM (PLEASE NOTE ADDITIONAL EVENING SHOWTIME) 11 AM SHOWTIME IS CLOSED CAPTIONED. JANUARY 6 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE AWFUL TRUTH 1937 | NR | 1H 32MIN Jerry (Cary Grant) and Lucy (Irene Dunne) are a married couple who doubt each other's fidelity: Jerry suspects Lucy and her music teacher (Alexander D'Arcy) of spending an evening together, and Lucy is convinced Jerry lied about a business trip. When the jealous pair file for divorce, both rush into new relationships, but quickly realize their love never died. The soon-to-be-divorced husband and wife then both scramble to spoil each other's chances for newfound romance. JANUARY 13 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM GET LOW 2009 | PG-13 | 1H 30MIN Oscar winners Robert Duvall and Sissy Spacek team up to tell the true story of irascible Felix Bush, a backwoods Tennessee loner who planned his funeral in 1938 while he was still around to attend — and enjoy — the proceedings. JANUARY 20 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM I CAPTURE THE CASTLE 2003 | R | 1H 51MIN After his successful first novel, James Mortmain (Bill Nighy) has been unable to write for 12 years, retreating to his decrepit family castle with his second wife, Topaz 19 (Tara Fitzgerald), and daughters Rose (Rose Byrne) and Cassandra (Romola Garai). With the family in desperate straits, their hopes are raised by the arrival of their new neighbors, American brothers Neil (Marc Blucas) and Simon Cotton (Henry Thomas). To save the family, Rose is determined to seduce and marry the wealthy Simon. JANUARY 27 AT 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWING) GOOD NIGHT OPPY 2022 | PG | 1H 45MIN Good Ni gh t Oppy t e l l s t he i n s p i r a t i o n a l t r u e s t o r y o f Opportunity, a rover that was sent to Mars for a 90-day mission but ended up surviving for 15 years. The film follows Opportunity's groundbreaking journey on Mars and the remarkable bond forged between a robot and her humans millions of miles away.

EVENTS CARRABBAS DINNERS & KARAOKE Pick up your meal to go or eat in the Ballroom January 11 at 5 pm. Place your orders by 3 pm on January 10 by calling 863-293-6635. Payment can be made by credit card over the phone or by cash/ credit in person the day of directly to Carrabbas. · 2 for $30 - Homemade Chicken Marsala with garlic mashed potatoes and a side Caesar Salad, and bread with signature herbs and olive oil · 2 for $25 – Homemade Lasagna with a side Caesar salad, and bread with signature herbs and olive oil · Add 1 cannoli for $1 per person · Add a 32oz pitcher of sangria (blackberry, peach, or classic red) for $25 After picking up your dinner, stop by the restaurant for karaoke with DJ Wayne in the Clubhouse Restaurant from 6 to 9 pm! Tickets are $3 at the Clubhouse Activities Office. LAKE ASHTON CLUB EXPO New residents and long time residents who want to make new friends or are interested in more information about Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups or Organizations, plan to attend this Expo on January 17 in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 10 am to 1 pm. Residents will be able to meet representatives, ask questions, sign up for membership or purchase tickets to club events. Light refreshments will be available for all attendees. Clubs, Groups, and Organizations interested in having a table must register via the online link sent out via email blast. This is a great time to grow membership and attract new members whether you facilitate an exercise group, public safety group, sports activity, or arts and crafts group. Space is limited so don't wait to sign up! CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a chili cook-off as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 20 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This event was held last year and was a great success. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. There will be separate sign up sheets at the Clubhouse Information Wall for the chili cookers and baked goods which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets can also be purchased at the Clubhouse — 12 Tickets for a $10 donation, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili, so you should buy 24 tickets to taste all of them. Cornbread, bottled water and desserts are cash sales, $1/item. Don't miss this chance to warm up with many varieties of chili. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison at 863-326-6418. LA Cruise-In JAN. 21, 2023 4 — 7 pm Shine up that chrome, scrub those tires, and rev those engines — the Cruise-In is January 21 from 4 pm to 7 pm in the West parking lot of the Clubhouse to enjoy food trucks, classic and modern cars alike, and live music. Cars will be judged and winners for each category presented with a prize! The classes are Best Classic (pre-1989), Best Modern (post-1989), and Crowd Favorite. Registration starts December 14 and ends January 13. Please pick up your registration forms at the Activities Office or complete the online form sent out via email blast, and indicate if you would like to enter your car to be judged. If you are attending the event, please be advised that parking will only be available in the east parking lot and golf cart parking will be in the circle drive per usual. 21

Vint ag eRo ads how Januar y 25 A group of vendors will be in attendance from 6 to 8 pm to help share their knowledge of your beloved or unique antique/vintage/retro items. Sign up for a time slot at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Time slots are limited and are given on a first-come, first-served basis. Categories: Jewelry, Watches, & Clocks; Coins & Militaria; Ceramics, Pottery & Glassware; Holiday; Tools & Cast Iron; Electronics; Books & Paper Items; Pictures & Paintings; Signs & Advertisements MID-ATLANTIC PARTY By David Harrison It's time again to have fun at the Mid Atlantic Party on February 5 at 5 pm in the HFC. Anyone who has ever lived or worked in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, or New Jersey is invited. Menu consists of fried chicken, homemade crab cake and a soft drink for $20. BYOB. Tickets go on sale January 3 at the HFC Activities Desk with a check payable to Mid Atlantic Party. Choose white or dark meat chicken and crab cake preference when you sign up, and bring a salad, side or dessert to serve eight and a serving utensil. Tickets will be sold until January 27 or 144 are sold. February 5 is the Sunday before Super Bowl, and there is no football. This is a great way to meet friends from your state. Contact David or Barbara Harrison at 863-326-6418 with questions. CHAPEL OF LOVE FEATURING ELVIS Celebrate Valentine’s Day Vegas Style with the King in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 6 pm on February 14! This is definitely a night For the Heart. You’ll be having A Little Less Conversation once the delicious dinner hits your table, it just might even leave you feeling All Shook Up. You Can’t Help Falling in Love with the decadent dessert either! After dinner, make some Memories out on the dance floor as Elvis (Walt Sanders) gets you dancing like a Puppet on a String as he sings all of those classic Elvis hits. So, get those Blue Suede Shoes on and make your Way Down to the Clubhouse Activities Office on January 4 to buy your tickets for $40. MARDI GRAS PARDI FEBRUARY 21 It’s time to pardi hardi, it's Mardi Gras y’all! Let the good times roll and dance the night away to great tunes played by a live DJ at 7 pm. Snack bar will be provided along with non-alcoholic drinks. And who knows what else the night might have in store! Parade on over to the Clubhouse Activities Office on January 16 to purchase your $10 ticket with either a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard after Monday Coffee. SILENT DISCO FEBRUARY 28 Lake Ashton has had its fair share of Disco parties, but never a Silent Disco! This is typical party … with no speakers or amps. Attendees don wireless headphones and turn them to various stations, then boogie on the dance floor amidst others dancing to whatever’s playing on their headphones. If you don’t like a song, simply switch your headphones from one station to the next to keep the party going. Party-goers can turn down the volume of their headphones or take them off whenever they want to chat with others. Since there are no blaring speakers, it’s way easier to have conversations and meet new people! Your $12 ticket price will cover the entertainment, snack bar, and non-alcoholic beverages. Tickets go on sale on January 13, and the last day to buy tickets will be February 14. This is a new experience you won't want to miss! LAKE ASHTON FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Calling all Lake Ashton Artists and Photographers! The 15th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will take place on March 11 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors there is no fee to enter your art and photography work. The show is open to all Lake Ashton residents, attendance is free and refreshments will be provided. Applications will be available in early January at the Clubhouse Activities Desk along with detailed instructions. There will be a general informational meeting on Saturday, January 28. The deadline for applications is February 3. There are so many talented residents here, so this should be a great show! LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY SHOWCASE IS COMING! By Karen Nelson Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation sends warm wishes to all residents during the transition from holiday focus to 2023 — already! There is no holiday let-down for LAPAC! The 2023 Showcase is approaching quickly. Opening Night is March 24 at 7:30 pm. The Saturday Matinee is March 25 at 1:30 pm, which includes extended intermission for mobility needs as well as sign language interpreters. Closing night is March 25 at 7:30 pm. You will see the efforts of a large cast and crew of your friends and neighbors, some returning talent and some talent new to the community, an amazing compilation! Ticket sales will start February 21 at 8 am in the Ballroom area. See you there! FIRE OF GEORGIA MARCH 28 Dive into the enchanting world of dance, through a variety of folk performances representing the different aspects of Georgian life on March 28 at 5 pm. The program integrates both traditional and modern dances from various regions of the country. For decades, audiences around the world have been mesmerized by the dexterity, acrobatics, stunts grace and skill effortlessly executed by these performers. With exciting and varied choreography, this new program combines perfectly synchronized movements of the troupe, with the stunning romanticism of courting couples who float gracefully across the stage. This American debut is not to be missed! Buy your Premium $30 or Regular $25 tickets with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard starting on January 23 after Monday Coffee. LA TRIVIA By David Fix Join in for Trivia at the Clubhouse Sundays from 7 to 9 pm in the Ballroom (no trivia January 1). Hopefully this will be a Resident to Resident evening of fun to be held on a weekly basis. Maximum number of players per team is eight. Individuals are encouraged to come and join an open table. Cost is $1 per person to play with all money returned to the top three teams. Three rounds of 10 questions will be played along with one final bonus question. Please come early as it will start promptly at 7 pm. BYOB! BYOSnacks! 23

Holiday Highlights Lake Ashton’s Clubhouse Lobby has seen plenty of updates this year, including this new beautiful Ch r i s tma s Tr ee ! We hope residents will be able to enjoy it for years to come! 2022 FROSTED CRYSTAL CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE WRAP UP By Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton A GREAT time was had by all at the sold out Frosted Crystal C h r i s t m a s Dinner Dance h e l d i n t h e Clubhouse on December 9, 2022. It was a beautiful night decorated to portray a frosted Christmas Eve. The blessing was given by Shirley & Robert Smith. Cam's Catering provided good food, and B. Haven entertained the crowd with great music. The dance floor was full as many danced the night away. Frosted Crystal Christmas Dinner Dance was a success! Many THANKS to ALL committee members as well as the LA staff. Your enthusiasm, energy, time including decorating and clean up was invaluable. Can’t say THANK YOU enough! Hopefully others will join the committee for next year (contact Debby or Lynn). Many were involved in helping make the evening successful. THANK YOU to those that helped sponsor this resident sponsored event. Platinum Sponsor: SKYMARK ROOFING & SOLAR. Silver Sponsors: ARTS GOLF CARS, HAVEN SALON, BRAD KIRWAN, REALTOR, HUSTON CADILLAC (did you enjoy the bowed The above photo was taken by Norm Stern at the Faith Xtreme concert held in the Clubhouse Ballroom on December 14. At right, Lake Ashton’s own Ashtones Quartet performed at the "Make it Magical" Christmas extravaganza presented by Main Street Lake Wales in December. Below, children from the Victory Ridge Academy in Lake Wales performed for residents in the Clubhouse Ballroom. vehicle outside?), and of course, all the residents. THANK YOU! Looking forward to seeing you on December 1 for the 2023 Christmas Dinner Dance. Tickets should go on sale early September so please plan ahead. If you will not be in LA at that time contact Debby. For questions please contact Debby or Lynn. Thank you again, and looking forward to next year! HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES UGLY SWEATER CONTEST WINNER Linda Ross at right UGLY SWEATER CONTEST FINAL 3 Jim Abney (big hat), Linda Ross, George Pollock at left JINGLE BELL JOG 120 participants raced on December 5 in the Inaugural Jingle Bell Jog to raise money for Victory Ridge Academy (VRA). On December 12 after a Christmas performance by VRA students, a check for $3,200 was presented to Executive Director Steve Whitaker. Resident Shirley Goldstein presented the check on behalf of Jingle Bell Jog Facilitator, David Fix (pictured right). Residents, Mike and Sophia Brennan were so moved by Victory Ridge Academy's mission after seeing them at Monday Coffee that they decided to match the funds raised by the Jingle Bell Jog so $6,400 was given in total to Victory Ridge Academy! Thank you to the following sponsors and all the residents that supported this event. Looking forward to the next 5K at Lake Ashton! Platinum Sponsor - Waters Edge Lake Wales - National Church Residences Performance Golf Carts, Gessler Clinic, Sun Protection of Florida, Weaver Loveless Law, Robert’s Premier Painting, Zinsmeister Insurance SAVE THESE DATES ! • January 13 — DJ Wayne Dance Party at the HFC • February 9 — Live Band Dance at the HFC • March 10 — Shamrock Party at the HFC • March 17 & 18 — BOLLA’s Trash to Treasure Fundraiser Sale at the Clubhouse • March 24 & 25 — LAPAC’s Community Showcase at the Clubhouse • April 14 — Pub Crawl at the Clubhouse • May 6 — Derby Day Party at the Clubhouse • May 19 — Ladies’ Luncheon at the Clubhouse 25

2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKETS Individual tickets for the 2023 Entertainment Series go on sale January 10 at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents — please have your Lake Ashton photo identification available. 5 pm Premium - $35 5 pm Regular - $30 8 pm Premium - $40 8 pm Regular - $35 HOW TO BE A GOOD AUDIENCE MEMBER AT SHOWS TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE Somehow the most obvious rule of good show etiquette is still the most often disregarded. Be present for the moment and turn your cell phone off or on silent. DON’T SEND TEXT MESSAGES DURING THE SHOW You may think you’re being incognito, but in a dark, the light from your cell phone screen is incredibly distracting to those around you. THERE IS NO PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEOING ALLOWED DURING PERFORMANCES This can be very distracting to the other people who are trying to watch the performance. Beyond that, it is distracting to the performers who are prepared to give you the best performance possible. Finally, it is illegal in many instances. The majority of most performance contracts strictly forbid the recording of a performance. It is possible you may be responsible for copyright infringement by recording a live production. DON’T BE THE MANNERS POLICE While it can be irritating when someone’s cell phone goes off during a show, what’s even worse is when the brief breach of etiquette is followed by a series of overreactions from other audience members. Annoyed “Tsks,” “Hmphs,” hisses, snarls, and shouts of “Turn it off!” along with glares can be just as distracting as the original disruption. DON’T TALK DURING THE SHOW A quick whisper to your neighbor, or an audible reaction to something interesting that happened on stage is fine, but keep conversations to after the show or during intermission. DON’T SING ALONG It’s tempting sometimes, we know, but it can be disturbing to those around you. There are a few exceptions to this rule, such as when the performers onstage actually prompt the audience to join in. DON’T FEEL LIKE YOU HAVE TO DRESS UP Although many residents usually dress up a bit, there is no dress code. TRY NOT TO FALL ASLEEP Your snoring may be taken as a protest of sorts, but generally it’s just disruptive to those around you. It’s also insulting to the hard-working performers up onstage. RESPECT THE SPACE AND COMFORT OF THOSE AROUND YOU Seating for the Entertainment Series can be tight, so sometimes a little elbow bumping can’t be helped. But you can practice good etiquette by taking care to not lean into your neighbor or intrude on other people’s already limited leg room. Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 9-month 1-year 4.65 4.55 4.75 Call or visit your local financial advisor today. Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867L-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AECSPAD 31 % % % APY* APY* APY* * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 12/14/2022. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Happy New Year! Welcome to 2023 and another great year of golf! Congratulations to all members of the LALGA for their support of “We Care For Kids.” Nancy Zografos, the chair of the committee, noted that 160 toys were donated to the Lake Wales and Winter Haven community children. Thank you for your dedication to continuing to make this possible and to Nancy and her committee for all their tireless efforts. In January, she will be collecting for Hygiene Kits for “We Care for Kids.” Nancy and her committee will be making kits, for boys and girls, to be distributed in late January/early February. An email will be going out indicating what items are the most needed. Unfortunately, many of these young people are homeless and are in desperate need of hygiene products, so please consider donating. The Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following Diamond Sponsors for their support: Advent Health, AIS Shower Doors, Bond Clinic, Boyette Family Dentistry; Chinos Lawn Care Service, EGL Financial – Eric Larson; Eye Specialists of MidFlorida, Christine Graves Insurance, Griner’s Jewelers, Hill Nissan, Jaime’s Collision Center, Inc., MD Construction, New Look Lawn Service, Odom, Dr. James W. Odom, Parker & Co Lawn, Ridge Quality Motors, Smith Chiropractic, The Groutsmith, Veterinary Healthcare Assoc., Windebaum, Sasha Winderbaum, D.D.S., Weikert Ford, and Zinsmeister Insurance. If you are in need of any of the services they offer please support them. To date, the Red Hoagland Challenge leaders are “T” Utting - $128, Beverly Hines - $124.75; Kathy Ryan - $122.50 and Joanne McKinley - $108.25. Congratulations, ladies! See you on the course. Have a great month. 28 LAMGA By David Kubissa As we enter 2023 and a new LAMGA season, may your New Year’s resolution list include more birdies and fewer bogeys, and may it also include your enjoyment in the LAMGA lineup of weekly games and special events. A batch of those events kick off an action-packed first quarter in 2023 that includes the ever-popular Member-Guest Tournament March 9-11. Here is a list of the games planned for Wednesday’s LAMGA rounds: • January 4: Best 3 nets • January 11: One net on par 5s, two nets on par 4s, and three nets on par 3s • January 18: Pick your partner, two-man best ball gross and net, flighted • January 25: Best net A & D, Best net B & C Annual LAMGA meeting: At the December 7 annual meeting and luncheon, league president Rolly Geyer introduced returning board directors Larry Wilson, Jacques Fleischmann and Tim Wayt as well as new directors Dan Baun and David Kubissa. He also thanked outgoing board members Don Connors and Paul Fichtman for their years of service. Sponsor spotlight: Sponsors’ support is critical to the success of LAMGA events, especially the annual Member-Guest Tournament coming up in March. This month highlights sponsors whose backing has helped underwrite LAMGA’s program. They are: Chris Bruser, reverse mortgage specialist with Mutual of Omaha; Snow Bird Heating & Cooling; Art’s Golf Cars; Amerity Financial (Burris Warner); and Red Hoagland Hyundai. For a full sponsor list, check out the LAMGA website, Lake Ashton Living and Talk of Lake Ashton. Please keep these businesses top of mind when shopping for services and products in our community. If you make a holein-one, send your name, date, hole, and course number to be featured in the LA Times to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com 29 LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Happiest of holidays and tidings of great joy for the New Year from your Board! If you didn’t make the luncheon, see Karen during morning announcements. She’s got a little sumpin’ for ya. We’re coming into our peak season, so here’s a quick reminder of golf etiquette: near the green keep your cart on the path or out of eyesight of the group behind you – that way when you walk off the green, they can continue to play and not wait for you to move your cart out of their way. Keep the group ahead of you in sight. As more of us are playing, you need to keep up with the pace of play. Play “ready golf” – do I need to say more? Looking for a Vice President and Treasurer to start after the winter season – any takers? Still have questions? Ready to join? Want to be on the Board? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info!

CLUBS JUST FOR FUN BOCCE BALL By Darlene Henry Meet on Thursdays from 10 am to noon at the Bocce ball courts located behind the Clubhouse. Bocce ball is a bit like bowling, except the balls are much smaller and easier to use. This new group is for beginners and folks who just want to play for fun and meet others. You can visit and just watch, or learn the simple rules of the game. There can be a team of two, or a team of four. Basically, you roll the ball toward the target (a small white ball) and try to get as close as you can. Your opponents try to get closer than you. The official beginning this season will be Thursday, January 12. BYOB and your own snacks and join! Email Darlene Henry at rdhenrybills@gmail.com for more information. NEW PLAYERS PICKLEBALL CLASS By Dennis Santino Join our two-day newbie clinic to learn this fun sport! It will be held from 11 am to 12:30 pm on January 9 and 16 on courts 3 and 4. Space is limited to the first 12 to sign up. You must be able to attend BOTH sessions. Sign up by emailing Coach Dennis at Coachdennis@myyahoo.com. Balls and paddles will be provided. LA HEALTHY OPTIONS CLUB By Lori Barr Lake Ashton Weight Management Group has changed its name to Lake Ashton Healthy Options Club. Starting out as an encouragement to those who want to lose weight or get tips for healthy eating, we have morphed into so much more. Though none of us are experts, we have been sharing our health journeys with each other. Topics have included our dietary needs as older adults, like protein, fiber, healthy carbs, etc. Discussions have centered on Cholesterol control, stress eating, getting stronger after setbacks, and staying on track with health strategies. We share recipes and discuss how we can make our favorites recipes healthier. We are a fun group of residents who are on a health journey together. Won’t you join us? We meet on Wednesday afternoons from 3:15 to 4:15 in the Clubhouse Card Room. Please contact Lori Barr at 505-301-1904 (call or text). LA WOODWORKERS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING By Fred Powell Lake Ashton Woodworkers will be holding their annual Membership meeting on January 16 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse. At this meeting the election of new officers will be held. Current members will need to sign the 2023 waiver form and pay the annual dues. Residents interested in joining should attend the meeting to sign up. BOLLA By Linda Warden BOLLA is now in the planning stage for the Trash To Treasure Sale. It will be held March 17 and 18 in t h e C l u b h o u s e Ballroom. Donations will be accepted at the Clubhouse during the week prior to the sale. Gently used items of all kinds are accepted except clothing, TVs, phones, computers, printers, books and Christmas decorations. Lake Ashton residents have always been very generous in the past and hopefully will continue to support BOLLA. This is the group’s major fundraiser enabling BOLLA to continue their mission of making blankets for children in crisis in Polk County. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty ✦ Same length as standard 4-passenger ✦ 2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty AUTHORIZED DEALER FINANCING AVAILABLE! AUTHORIZED DEALER 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 31 Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987

SWIM CLUB By Sandy White LA Swim Club members Cathy Liska, Sandy Papineau, and Sharon Swanson swam in the 31st Florida Senior Games Championships on December 3 and 4, as part of a group of 114 senior swimmers from all over Florida and several other states. These three swimmers competed in 13 events and won two silver, three bronzes, two 4ths, four 5ths, and two 7ths. They, the coach, and their groupies were excited by the excellent finishes, especially since some were their personal best times! The Florida Senior Games are held every year during the first week of December. For the next two years, it will be held in Temple Terrace, FL, which is about an hour west of Lake Ashton. To participate in the state championships one must place in the top 5 of an event at one of the regional meets during the year. There are 20 regional meets in different communities around the state, mostly in the spring and fall. In addition to the state champs meet, LASC has been going as a team to several regional meets each year. The state championships also serve as a qualifier for the 2023 National Senior Games, which will be held next July in Pittsburgh, Pa. In order to participate in the National Games, which is held every other year and rotates around the country, one must meet a qualifying time at the state meet. The goal of all levels of the Senior Games is to provide fun, fellowship, fitness, and fun competition for Florida’s seniors. The focus of the Senior Games is not winning but participating and meeting other senior swimmers. The swimmers, ages 50+, are a mix of abilities and are divided by gender and 10 age groups. The LA Swim Club is open to all swimmers, and multilevel workouts offer an opportunity for fitness, camaraderie, and stroke improvement for all levels of swimming experience. Come join on Mondays from 6 to 7 pm, Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:45 pm, and/or Saturdays from 10 to 11 am at the Indoor Pool at the HFC. LASC always welcomes new members. For more information contact sandyw1994@aol.com. LASC wishes all a happy & healthy holiday and New Year! SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2:00 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In December, the group discussed the Christmas Party to be hosted by Deb Kreider on Dec 15 and lunch at Jacaranda on January 5. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month will be held in the Pavilion. Gifts were collected for the Christmas gifts for 12 Senior Orphans. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on January 8. LAKE ASHTON BLACK HERITAGE CLUB By Norman Wilderson Members enjoyed a pre-Christmas dinner at the veteran-owned and operated Wales Pointe restaurant in downtown Lake Wales. The Lake Ashton Black Heritage Club meets the second Monday of each month at 4 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to attend the meetings and are invited to become a member. See page 12 for more information on charitable endeavors throughout the year. The Club hopes Lake Ashton residents had a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. Contact Acting President Norman Wilderson at Normanwilderson1@gmail.com if you would like more information. 32 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad was Excellent in Selling our Home When we contacted Brad to sell our home, he was prompt in responding. Brad was very helpful in having access to people who could correct some of the items that needed to be fixed before listing our home. The people he referred were excellent in repairing the items that needed to be corrected. He would stop now and then checking to see if we had any concerns. It was very comforting to know we weren't selling our home by ourselves, and he was there to help us. We could call him any time and he would solve any concerns we had. Brad is very personable and was right on with pricing and listing our home. Would refer him to anyone that wants to list and sell their home. Excellent Service! Verified by RateMyAgent Donald & Arlene Crocker 16 November 2022 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 33

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting January 5 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The January speaker (postponed from November) is Steve Whitaker from Victory Ridge Academy, a public charter school serving special needs children with communication deficits, emotional/behavioral challenges, and physical disabilities. The school serves students with a variety of special needs; Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Spina Bifida, Down’s syndrome and many more. IMPORTANT NOTE: Club elections will be held at the January 5 meeting, so it is important to have a quorum of members in order to hold the election. Please plan t o a t t e nd . Fo r mo r e i n f o rma t i o n , e - mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will hold their first meeting of 2023 on January 25 at the Clubhouse. Social time will begin at 3:30 pm followed by the meeting at 4. Board members will be nominated and elected at this meeting. The newly elected board members will serve a two year term. Point of contact is Brenda Bush-Sayre, 813-313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. BOOK CLUB By Gary Winfrey All Lake Ashton residents are invited by the Tuesday Evening B o o k C l u b t o a Z o o m presentation February 7 at 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema by guest author Ward R. Anderson about his book ESCAPE FROM UKRAINE: One Man’s Journey to the Black Sea. Mr. Anderson wrote Escape from Ukraine to protest the 2014 invasion of Eastern Ukraine and Crimea. Completed in 2020, it was updated and republished after the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. After graduating from Bucknell University with a B.A. in History, Mr. Anderson flew fighter/attack aircraft from the U.S.S. Ranger. As a Naval Reservist, his NATO deployments in the 1980s along the Iron Curtain furthered his understanding of the vulnerability of free border countries. Anderson lives in Annapolis, Maryland, and as a seasonal visitor to the Keys, he is a member of the Key West Writer's Guild. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock As the New Year begins, there is a new experience for the members. An off site meeting will be held at the Lake Region Audubon Center (115 Lameraux Road, Winter Haven) on January 9 at 10 am. The president of the Lake Region Audubon Center and good friend of the Camera Club Reinier Munguia will present a program on photographing reptiles and amphibians. Members are encouraged to bring their camera equipment and explore the grounds. No need to sign up. Looking forward to another great year of guest speakers, photography challenges and outings! LA BELLES LUNCHEON By Pat Bergstrom Arabella’s Italian Restaurant, 346 W. Central Avenue, Winter Haven, is ready to bring in the new year (just a bit later than January 1) with the LA Belles Luncheon being held on January 25 at 11:30 a.m. Please sign up at the Clubhouse no later than January 23. A group tip will be included separately on each bill. Let's make a resolution that all the Belles will try to attend these wonderful luncheons together on the last Wednesday of every month for 2023 and going forward! LA ITALIAN CLUB POTLUCK By Susie Escoda Italian-Americans of Lake Ashton are invited to the Italian Cl ub Pot l uck on January 19 at 6 pm at the HFC. Bring a dish to share and $2 to cover expenses. Come gather to get to know each ot he r, have some f un , and make new friends. Please call Susie Escoda at 863-206-6566 with any questions. MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Kathy Keding Hello to all Michigan neighbors. It’ unbelievable to me that 2023 is here, and the Michigan Potluck is just a few short days away. The date again is January 8 from 4 to 7 pm. Bring your favorite dish to pass and your Michigan knowledge. $3/person or $5/couple (to help recoup for prizes and paper products). There will be a few Michigan games and a few fun prizes to give away. Hope to see you there! Any questions, call Kathy at 586-243-6432 or Tammy at 863-632-2024. Have a happy, healthy New Year! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club met December 14 and the results of a recent survey were presented. In order to accommodate more residents, the survey offered an opportunity to suggest the best days and times for future meetings. Since there was a tie, the club members in attendance agreed to hold meetings on the second Thursday of each month January through April and on Wednesdays May through December. Tentatively planned for upcoming meetings are: garden tours in January and March. Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, also spoke on how to help struggling poinsettias in February. After the meeting the group had a fun time with a gift exchanged known as “Dirty Santa” (renamed Garden Troll Santa). New and existing members ate cookies and enjoyed apple cider, coffee, tea or hot cocoa.The next Garden Club meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 12 at 10am. There will be meeting prior to heading over to a Lake Ashton’s residence for a garden tour. Here is an opportunity to learn more about the use of succulents with success in landscaping. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers The winners for the last eight weeks are: Oct. 18, Janis Vasquenza, Liz Leigh, Chris Verges, and Jeannine Connors. Oct. 25, Chris Verges, Elaine Inman, Jeannine Connors, and Liz Leigh. Nov. 1, Jeannine Connors, George Rogers, Howard Mayne, and Marge Kniat. Nov. 8, Marge Kniat, Howard Mayne, Chris Verges, and Liz Leigh. Nov. 15, George Rogers, Lois Dole, Nancy Golding, and John Simmons. Nov. 22, John Simmons, Chris Verges, Lois Dole, and Chip Inman. Nov. 29, John Simmons, Liz Leigh, Dick Dole, and Chris Verges. Dec. 6, Dana Griffiths (with amazing 4,480 Chicago score in 16 hands), George Rogers, Pat Simmons, and Judy Marine. All bridge players are welcome to this friendly and chatty group at 2 pm on Tuesdays in the Clubhouse Card Room. Everyone usually meets ten minutes before 2 pm to get organized. To play, please contact George Rogers at 419-708-3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com. MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES Facilitator: Niru Jain Fridays from 6 to 9 pm Clubhouse Card Room All are welcome to join! MAH JONGG By Myrna Soberman Looking for Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience to join this group every Wednesday afternoon at the HFC from 2 to 4 pm. For more information, please contact myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY CLUBS, GROUPS, AND ORGANIZATIONS Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the club, group, or organization they are trying to join. Staff always encourages residents to become more involved in community activities designed to benefit the body, mind, and spirit and with the support of the many club, group, and organization facilitators this can be possible for everyone. Supervisors and staff would like to extend a special thank you to all the club, group, and organization facilitators. These are all volunteers that work very hard to ensuret here is a robust activities schedule for all residents to enjoy. Lake Ashton is lucky to have a large number of residents willing to volunteer their time in one way or another for everyone to live their best retired life. Be sure to thank a volunteer when you see them! LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves LAVA AUXILIARY MEETING: All residents are invited to attend the January 18 LAVA Auxiliary Meeting at 6:30 pm near the Clubhouse stage. This is a group of residents that support our military and have fun doing so. A few things that the group does: CRAFT SHOW: The October Craft Show was a tremendous success. A total of $6000 was raised for two veterans charities; $3000 was donated to the Canine Group and $3000 was donated to the Equestrienne Group. Both of these charities work with the veterans. CRAFT SHOW 2023 APPLICATIONS are now being accepted for the October 2023 Craft Show. Applications should be picked up from Sheila at the Clubhouse. Once the event is sold out for crafters, you will be placed on a wait list. MR. LAKE ASHTON – SAVE THE DATE – APRIL 15: This event is a crowd pleaser and has been sold out in the past. It is a fun-filled evening and a few good men are needed to be contestants. Lots of smiles will be seen at this event by both the audience and the contestants. More info to come. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join your fellow Lake Ashtonians for a fun and lively discussion of where to look for good genealogy records and resources. Learn where to look for free websites that will make your research more fun and productive as well. Bring your stories, questions and advice to add to the meeting on January 11 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. For more info, call Jane at 815-545-6655. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg The mission of the LA Rockers is: One message at just the right moment can change someone's entire day, outlook, and life. By painting rocks and 37 hiding them throughout the Lake Ashton community, the group seeks to bring a smile to the face of the person who discovers it and we hope to brighten their day. In addition, Rockers have donated rocks to be used for fundraisers by various charities (the latest being for Breast Cancer Awareness) and to local Nursing Homes. LA Rockers general ly meet every other Wednesday in the HFC Ballroom from 2 to 4 pm where over the year members new and old, have stepped up to share their talents with the group. An LA Rocker meeting is a place to come and have fun. New participants are welcome. You don't need to know how to draw or paint — all you need is the desire to have a good time and make others happy. At meetings, everyone paints, schmoozes and laughs with Rocker friends. And newcomers will be lent the supplies you need for your first meeting. But PLEASE contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) before coming in order to be prepared with supplies for you and be able to contact you if a meeting has to be canceled. To enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join the group on January 11 and 25. If a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group page on Facebook. It is so hard to believe that another year has passed and that we have just said good-bye to 2022. Time sure does fly when you are having a good time with LA Rockers! “Should auld acquaintance be forgot; And never brought to mind? ... We'll drink a cup of kindness yet; For the sake of auld lang syne!” The Administration of LA Rockers wants to wish all members and all of the rest of Lake Ashton a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2023.

MIND&BODY CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION / MUS IC HISTORY SERIES The classical music history program continues Mondays at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema starting January 2. The look at Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach concludes and then will explore the music of Classical Era composer Joseph Haydn later in the month. LA resident Ken Hoffman explains the music and the historical events that influenced the composers of the eras. Learn about many renown musicians of the past 60 years while viewing films of them playing the music. Class discussion is encouraged. Newcomers can sign up in class. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT An all-encompassing Caregiver Support Group facilitated by the Alzheimer's Association will be held on January 10 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Conference Room. This group is for Caregivers and Care partners of people living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s, ALS, Cancer, and Diabetes. People who are living with the disease are welcome to attend with their care partner. This support group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for everyone to develop a support system. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Next month’s meeting: February 14 HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN & BODY What’s good for the heart is good for the brain. Join the Alzheimer’s Association to learn science-based recommendations for taking care of our brains and bodies and tips on how to make small changes to build healthier habits. This special “Ask the Expert” presentation will feature Dr. Aryn Harrison Bush, a USF research professor, the Vice President of Science and Translation, and Director of Brain Health and Cognition at Reliance Medical Centers, and Carol White, an Alzheimer’s Association Community Educator. Carol and Dr. Bush will be here to answer any and all of your questions on January 19 in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 11 am. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. WHAT IS A MUNICIPAL AIRPORT? Have you ever wondered what is a municipal airport and how it is an asset to the surrounding area? Those questions and many more will be answered by the Lake Wales Municipal Airport Manager, Amanda Kirby, on January 24 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Wall to join friends and neighbors for another evening of thought-provoking conversation. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. EDUCATIONAL CBD LUNCHEON Come lunch and learn about CBD and how you can use it in your everyday life at a luncheon on January 10 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Gain insight into the helpfulness and everyday use of CDB and ask any questions. Please sign up on the Clubhouse Information Wall by January 2. SKIN CANCER SEMINAR & DINNER Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with millions of cases diagnosed each year. Nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma every day, which is the most deadly form of skin cancer. If detected early, skin cancer is highly treatable. This is why you should not wait. Residents are invited to join a group of dermatology provides for a free dinner and seminar on February 7 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom to learn everything you should know about prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall.

LA SOCIAL TENNIS By Debbie Grabb Social Tennis is played from 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Just show up at the HFC or Clubhouse courts with your tennis racquet; tennis balls provided. No dues, just bring a can of tennis balls once a month. If you have q u e s t i o n s , c o n t a c t De bb i e G r a bb a t 863-324-0600. There is a ball machine stored at the Clubhouse courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held every Saturday at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. GENTLE YOGA WITH GINA Gentle Yoga with Gina is offered at no charge every Thursday at 11 am in HFC Sports Court. Utilizing the yoga breath, while bringing the mind, body and spirit together as one, yoga positions are shown for every level including first time practicers. Participants are encouraged to honor their bodies at all times. Practiced regularly, yoga improves posture, balance, flexibility, anxiety, stress, and provides a host of other benefits. Chair yoga will be offered if requested. COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am Intermediate: Tuesdays at 8:10 pm, Thursdays at 10:10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays, 1 p.m. at the HFC Community Center HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (305-725-4946) Thursdays from 3 to 4 pm with a glass of ? afterwards (BYOB). Meet at the HFC Sports Court for lots of fun and energy. No need for previous dance experience or to be in attendance weekly. LA STEPPERS The popular fitness class from the 90s is also popular here in Lake Ashton, and will continue Thursdays from 5 to 6 pm in the HFC Community Center. Prior to class there will be a refresher of basic steps. Participants must bring their own step. There is no charge for this class. Certified Instructor is LA Resident Sue Fitzgerald. Questions? Call Sue at 904-566-2846. CALLING ALL TAPPERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard Tap Jammers is a fun group of tappers who gather weekly to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. Tap Jammers meet on Friday mornings at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. Please note: These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. LAKE ASHTON DANCE CLASSES - EAST COAST SWING Instructor: Connie Wilkinson (Certified DVIDA instructor — 863.875.6728) Mondays in January beginning January 2 from 30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Room FREE! No Partner needed! ASL WORKSHOP Do you know someone who is losing their hearing? Would you like to be able to communicate with the members of the community who are deaf or hard of hearing? Would you like to explore a new language to keep your brain cells active? An American Sign Language Starter Pack Workshop will be held January 25 from 6:30 to 8 pm at the HFC Community Center. This event will be an opportunity for you to dip your toes into the world of American Sign Language. During the event, there will be several learning and activity stations and you will go home with a packet that you can continue to use as a reference. Please join for a fun and educational evening! Call Patty at 303-523-0750 to sign up or comment under the TOLA Facebook post to be added to the list! WILLS, TRUSTS, & LIFETIME PLANNING BOOT CAMP Email Agnus (avera@familyelderlaw.com) to enroll. January: “Where do I start? Estate vs. Lifetime Planning?” February: “Who will make my medical decisions?” March: “Who will protect my assets and pay my bills?” April: “Who will receive my assets when I die? Will my family have to probate?” May: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” June: “Should I have a Trust? What does “Funding Your Trust” mean?” July: “How do I know medical bills will be covered? Medicare?” August: “Will can I protect what I have? Do I have enough to last my lifetime?” September: “How will I pay for nursing home care?” October: “Am I forgetting something?” November: “What if life happens? When should I review my plan?” December (Graduation!): “How do I “peace of mind” & bless others?” share my Winer Haen 41 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! Solar DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra No ailable Finishes! Design Y an Parts & Sevices Aailable In-Store arranes wancityom (863) 299-2777

FUSED GLASS CLASSES Fused Glass Embossed Beach Scene January 12 & 19, 2023 from 9 am to 12 pm at the HFC Craft Room. Cost $35 Date Night Glass Coasters January 14, 2023, from 7 to 9 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Cost $40 per couple Make a Fused Glass Snowflake Friday, January 27, 2023, from 10 am to 12 pm at the Clubhouse Craft Room. Cost $25 Sign up at the class location or call the class location HFC 863-595-1562 or Clubhouse 863-324-6032 CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr January 14 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Snowfall Magic $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on January 13 WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Instructor: Freddie Combs Subject matter will be still life, florals and beach related items. Sessions are January 20, February 10, and March 10 from 9 am - 3 pm in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Those attending should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class start time to allow time for prep work before class begins. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. All new students should contact the artist at 864-307-1244. A sign-up sheet will be at the HFC Activities Desk. WINE GLASS PAINTING Create a beautiful custom wine glass, hand-painted by you! For $35, each painter will receive step-bystep instructions to create two permanent, washable, and beautifully decorated wine glasses. The instructor will supply each painter with two wine glasses and all paints and brushes needed on February 10 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Stop by the Activities Office with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli to reserve your spot. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on January 17 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10 am and noon. The cost is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join the group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions or further detail.

Vintage Roadshow Sign up for experts to view your antique/vintage/retro items: Jewelry, Watches, & Clocks Coins & Militaria Ceramics, Pottery, Glassware, & Holiday Tools & Cast Iron Electronics Books & Paper Items Pictures & Paintings Signs & Advertisement Pieces January 25 at 6 pm Clubhouse Ballroom

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter December 2022 DON'T MISS THE HOLIDAY PARADE DECEMBER 16 p. 22 - Wallace Bruce Warmest Holiday Wishes! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES January Issue Deadline: December 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. DECEMBER 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Head Golf Professional Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. DECEMBER 5 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Jingle Bell Jog and Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Victory Ridge Academy • Special Musical Guest - Lake Ashton's Ladybugs! • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance and Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid DECEMBER 12 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Blast from the Past with David Harrison • Victory Ridge Musical Performance - Santa's Workshop • Featured Vendors: ComForCare, Miller’s Central Air, Edward Jones - Matt Simpson • Ugly Sweater Contest — wear the ugliest most festive holiday sweater you can make or find. The resident with the best sweater (crowd favorite) will win a prize! DECEMBER 19 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - Non-Perishable Food Donations for Lake Wales Care Center Can be Dropped Off to the Ballroom Kitchen DECEMBER 26 NO MONDAY COFFEE — MERRY CHRISTMAS! IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 16 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 24 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 38 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, December 19, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, January 20, 9 am Health & Fitness Center JOINT MEETING TO FOLLOW CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily HOLIDAY CLOSINGS • Christmas: The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed on Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26. There will be no Photo IDs made at the Clubhouse the week of December 26. • New Year’s Day: The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed Friday, December 30 and Monday, January 2, 2023. HOLIDAY TRASH PICKUP - NO CHANGE Christmas and New Year's Day holidays do not impact the regular service schedule for Lake Ashton residents. Lake Wales residents will put their trash out Thursday evening for pickup on Friday and Winter Haven residents will put their trash out on Sunday evening for pickup on Monday morning, as usual. NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: December 14 & 28 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE December 14 & 28, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot FOOD TRUCKS In the Clubhouse West Parking Lot - stay tuned to media for additions, changes, and menus! 12/1 - Smokin' Oak 4 - 7 pm 12/5 - Top Dog 1 - 6 pm 12/7 - DonutNV 6 - 9 pm 12/15 Sikes Southern BBQ 4 - 7 pm 12/19 Top Dog 1 - 6 pm 12/20 Topsy's Soul Food 4 - 7 pm 12/21 K&E Italian Kitchen 4-7 pm NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is January 18 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse. Sign up at either Activities Desk. Clubs and groups who want to set up a table, email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com to reserve a spot. DISCOVER LAKEASHTONLIVING.COM By Iris Realmuto LakeAshtonLiving.com is a resident-run, comprehensive private community website for all Lake Ashton residents. Come to one of the presentations below at the Clubhouse Cinema and learn all about the features of the website including the resident directory, marketplace (classifieds), event calendar, discussion groups, and CDD, HOA, club, and activity information. Iris will answer all your questions and provide insight into what’s available to Lake Ashton residents. January 6 at 9 am, January 9 at 1 pm, January 27 at 1:30 pm, February 7 at 9 am. Please note that this website is not affiliated with the LACDD or LAIICDD. 7

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Michael Costello Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com What a wonderful time of year for residents to reflect on how lucky they are to live in such a beautiful and caring community. Enjoy time with friends and family while basking in the beautiful Florida sun this holiday season. The community entrance and Clubhouse are decked out with lights and holiday décor to add to the festivity of the season. Thank you to the volunteers that help with decorating. There are several activities scheduled such as the Annual Holiday parade, Christmas Dinner Dance, and a Rockin' New Year's Eve Party, in the Ballroom. In addition, residents can celebrate Hanukkah with friends and neighbors by attending the outdoor Menorah lighting in the Clubhouse East parking lot. Some of the most rewarding community traditions involve volunteering and giving to those in need. Think about donating to a local charity, dropping off a gift to the Caring Tree, volunteering your time at a local food bank, or helping out a friend or neighbor in need. While it is the traditional season for celebrating, some in the community are in emotional pain and struggling to get through the month. Grieving friends and neighbors can use some extra care during the holidays. Those who have recently lost loved ones can be helped by others being supportive and inclusive. Suggestions from hospice professionals: invite a neighbor along to a community celebration, ask if they are interested in volunteering, offer to help with decorating or baking, send a special holiday card, or be willing to listen. Lake Ashton is known for being a caring community and there is no better time of year to care for thy neighbor. The Board of Supervisors met on November 28 to review Restaurant proposals. A wrap up report will be sent after the meeting to inform residents of actions taken. A joint Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on January 20 to discuss the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy. Visit lakeashtoncdd.com to find minutes, agendas, and meeting schedule. Supervisors and Staff would like to wish residents a happy holiday season and best wishes for the New Year! Congratulations to the New CDD Board Members Supervisor Brenda Van Sickle was sworn in and joined the LACDD Board of Supervisors on November 28. Supervisor Mike Costello and Supervisor Debby Landgrebe were re-elected to serve an additional 4-year term on the LACDD Board of Supervisors. Congratulations to all newly elected and re-elected Supervisors! 9

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISO RS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com questions that might come up and not rely on rumors. Roy Aull has been elected to the vacant position on the LA II CDD Board of Supervisors. His extensive background experience will prove to be extremely helpful to the existing Board. His contact information will be available after he is sworn into office at the meeting on November 29th. There will be no Board meeting the month of December. There’s a ton of activities to help celebrate the season at Lake Ashton. Private parties and large events will have the community bustling getting to and from them all. Please take the time and drive safely. If you bring your golf cart, please allow for 2 carts per parking slot in the parking lots. If you know of someone who is having a difficult time emotionally, extra time to talk or share some good memories could really help. Happy Holidays! No matter how you celebrate or don’t celebrate this time of year, the LA II Board of Supervisors and staff want to wish you the very best for 2023! Time seems to go by faster each year, so make sure to enjoy each and every day. The Joint Board of Supervisors met and tasked the Clubhouse and the HFC Activities staffs to do scheduling only thru January until the next Joint meeting occurs when they will hopefully approve the new Joint Amenities Policies. More detailed information will be provided before the rescheduling week begins this month. Residents won’t need to come in again to extend their event schedules after the meeting on the 20th of January, just mark a box that will automatically extend the reservation after the Joint Boards meet and formally approve the procedures. Please ask staff at either location for answers to your 11

HOSTING FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS? December is a traditional time for residents to host family and friends. Remember, when you see a visiting grandchild, they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Residents: please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other Clubhouse amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities, but is not required. Anyone using amenities at the Clubhouse or HFC should have a Lake Ashton Resident ID Card or Facilities Guest Pass. Register guests at either Activities Desk during business hours. Security can also issue guest passes after business hours — call 863-324-7290 and a roving patrol officer will meet you at the Clubhouse. Residents must bring at least one adult guest to sign the form. Renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. TOYS FOR TOTS By Fred Halde We enter a season where lists abound! There are lists for presents. There are lists for food. There are lists of community holiday events. There are lists for personal gatherings and parties. If your refrigerator (or desk) is like mine, there are sticky notes everywhere, of people, places, and programs I need to remember. However, I also hope that somewhere…on one of those lists … you have the words …”Toys for Tots”. This community outreach is unique in that it has a “hands-on” component to it. It’s simple…we place a toy in the box. Toys for Tots places it into a hands of a young person. Secondly, our giving meets the needs of the most vulnerable in our society. A child can only depend on those who care for them. So as you make your lists, may giving to “Toys for Tots” find its way onto a sticky note and into the hands of a smiling child. Our box to receive your donations is at the HFC and will be there till mid-Dec. And on our list are the words, “Thank-you”. Sponsored by Rotary on the Ridge. Contact: Fred Halde (231-343-0638, haldepcusa@gmail.com) CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock Thank you to everyone who has placed their new, unwrapped gifts under the tree in the Clubhouse Ballroom. They will bring happiness for the holidays to deserving families in our area. The Lake Wales Care Center greatly appreciates your generosity. The tags on the tree are suggestions for gifts, but feel free to donate whatever you feel an infant through teenager would like. Books, stocking stuffers, clothing, personal care items and sports equipment are always welcome. The Care Center is always looking for people to assists with gift wrapping. If you or your club or group are interested, please contact them at 863-676-6678. Just a reminder, the last day to bring your gifts is December 16.

DO N O T FEED SANDHILL CRANES In 2002, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission made illegal to intentionally feed sandhill (Florida Administrative 68A-4.001(6)). Florida sandhill have an abundance of natural foods (insects and small animals) and they do not need handouts from humans. Cranes fed by humans can become aggressive toward people. In several instances, children have been attacked by cranes. Cranes also have been known to damage window screens, scratch windows or vehicles, and do other property damage. Cranes attracted to people's yards for feed are put at risk as they walk across roads. Many sandhill cranes are killed each year on Florida roads. Furthermore, the cranes' diets, which normally are quite diverse, are disrupted when they eat one food item (such as corn), consistently. Heavy pesticide use in urban lawns also is of WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. concern. Young sandhill cranes have died from pesticide poisoning. People may inadvertently put sandhill cranes at risk when they attract them with feed. This includes "accidental feeding," such as when bird seed is spilled from bird feeders onto the ground below. For more information, visit myfwc.com/conservation/youconserve/wildlife/ sandhill-cranes/. AT T E N T I O N C L U B H O U S E GROUP FACILITATORS On December 1 group facilitators will receive an email with an electronic form to complete in order to renew recurring reservations at the Clubhouse for 2023. Facilitators have until December 15 to submit the form to secure their current date and time. Contact Office Manager Sheila Moreland with questions at smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863.324.5457. Please note it is up to the facilitator to reach out to staff to renew their reservation. This is not done automatically.

LA LOOKS LA (LW) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOD) Contact Information Management Company: Don Asher Michellette Ramos: manager@lakeashtonhoa.org President/Treasurer Bob Prowant president@lakeashtonhoa.org Vice President Nancy Baker vp@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary2 David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary3 Steve Hogan secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Steve Hogan When we purchased our homes in Lake Ashton, the curb appeal of the homes in our community was one of the key factors we all considered. Communities with fantastic curb appeal have consistently the highest resale value and are better places in which to live. Builders recognize this value and make the obligation to maintain the appearance of the community a part of the obligations of each purchaser. In the case of Lake Ashton, each homeowner becomes a party to a document called the Master Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, commonly called the "CC&Rs." Everyone receives a copy when they purchase a home in Lake Ashton. A major portion of the CC&Rs is devoted to rules governing the exterior appearance of our homes. The CC&Rs requi re that a Homeowners Association — the "HOA" — be established to carry out the requirements of the CC&Rs once the builder is no longer in the picture. On November 13, the homeowners were given the opportunity to vote on a "cleaned-up" version of the CC&Rs, intended to make changing it easier going forward. The community vote on the Restated and Amended CC&Rs passed. The threshold for a quorum of 10% was exceeded as 35.8% of the community voted. The vote tally was 276 for and 61 against. The threshold for approval was 66.6% of those voting and 81.9% was achieved. The Board thanks those members that participated in the vote and also thanks the CC&R Committee for an outstanding effort! Here in Lake Ashton, our HOA's primary responsibility is to ensure that Lake Ashton remains a beautiful place to live. The CC&Rs require that the HOA establish an Architectural Review Committee — the "ARC" — to assist homeowners in maintaining and beautifying their property consistent with Lake Ashton's community standards. Over the years, the ARC has published "Guidelines" to help clarify those standards. These Guidelines are not intended to be overly restrictive or burdensome but rather to give the Homeowner a well-thought-through framework within which to work and eliminate unnecessary stress. A special meeting was held November 14 by the HOA and the ARC with homeowner participation to review the latest revision of the Guidelines. This revision has been over a year in the making and is intended to make it easier and less stressful for the homeowners. Earlier this year, your HOA implemented ARC Tracker to allow homeowners to easily submit requests to the ARC online and receive approvals much more quickly than previously. These revised Guidelines are the next step in our efforts to make the process as simple and accommodative as possible. Your HOA wants to hear your feedback and plans to review the Guidelines as the needs of Lake Ashton change. Please let us know what you think. Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Green Heron is a secretive and sassy heron with a lot of personality. Although their plumage actually consists of a variety of colors, these small herons are mainly a dark greenish on the back and crown with a chestnut colored neck. This rather common heron has short yellow legs that become quite orange in the males during breeding season. The young birds are heavily streaked. Green Herons can be quite vocal at times making loud chicken-like clucks and a loud "kyow" as they fly away. This usually solitary heron often perches on branches in the water leaning out as far as possible to snatch a small minnow as it unsuspectingly swims by. The neck that appears short most of the time can extend farther than the viewer expects. They frequently raise their crowns sporting a "bad hair day" look. THE ROLE OF HERBICIDES IN WATERBODY MANAGEMENT The application of herbicides is a necessity in order to halt the enormous development of invasive vegetation, which is wreaking havoc on an ecosystem that is fragile. Without control, nuisance and invasive vegetation depletes aquatic ecosystems of dissolved oxygen, releases hazardous quantities of phosphorus, blocks sunlight, and suffocates native plant and animal life. In order to receive Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration for aquatic use, the chemicals used for lake and pond management If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email Matt Fisher at MFisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis Muhly Grass is an ornamental grass native to Florida and eastern states. It can grow to 3-4 feet in height and 2-3 feet in width. It grows in clumps and its flower stalks bring a beautiful pink or purple airy look to any landscape usually beginning in August and ending in December. The grass can be cut back in December, but if you wait until early spring, it’ll provide a winter interest. It’s best to divide the grass every 2-3 years. The grass is often planted near fences or in borders for better show. Muhly grass is super easy to grow and nearly maintenance free. Once established it is drought tolerant, takes heat, and is forgiving to poor soils. Though it likes sun, it tolerates shade too. There is another variety called “White Cloud” if pink isn’t for you. Take a ride around the LA pavilion for a closer look. It was recently planted by the LA Garden Club. For more information visit Florida Native Plant Society. are subjected to years of research and intensive monitoring. When treating local bodies of water, the vendor for aquatic management contracted by the Lake Ashton CDD does so in accordance with the appropriate mixing ratios.

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Many new residents and others have wondered how Lake Ashton’s total inclusive (Lake Wales & Winter Haven) NW Program has become so well known and successful for so many years. It’s really very simple: the program was designed after much research and team building. It included ALL residents, ALL Leadership groups (CDDs, HOAs, Management Teams, other safety conscious groups (Security Guards, Citizen Assisted Patrols, CERTS; Crime Stoppers, Ham Radio Operators) and other stakeholders in Lake Ashton and in Law Enforcement. NW has received public accolades from The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Departments, along with the Mayors and City Commissioners. As your proud NW Chief I want to thank ALL for your teamwork and support of our entire Lake Ashton Community family. It is because of ALL OF YOU that Neighborhood Watch remains the success that it is today with more exciting programs to come. Happy & Healthy New Year to ALL! Facts About National Neighborhood Watch Neighborhood Watch is undoubtedly one of the oldest and most well-known crime prevention programs in history. While the modern day concept of this program rose to prominence in the late 1960s in response to an increasing burglary rate, the roots of Neighborhood Watch can actually be traced all the way back to the days of Colonial settlements, when night watchmen patrolled the streets. The modern version of the Neighborhood Watch - USAonWatch Program was developed as a result of the multiple requests from sheriffs and police chiefs around the country who were looking for a crime prevention program that would incorporate citizen involvement and address the increasing number of burglaries taking place, especially in rural and suburban areas. In 1972, the National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) took the concept a step further by seeking funding to make the program a national initiative. Thanks to a grant from the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration, the National Neighborhood Watch Program was started. For the first two years, the program was devoted primarily to disseminating information on the nature and volume of burglary and securing residential property and making it less vulnerable to break-ins. From there, it evolved into a program that promoted the establishment of ongoing local Neighborhood Watch groups that encouraged citizens to partner with their law enforcement agencies in an effort to reduce various types of "neighborhood crime.” Since its beginnings, Neighborhood Watch has grown from an "extra eyes and ears" approach to crime prevention to a much more proactive, community-oriented endeavor providing a unique infrastructure that brings together local officials, law enforcement, and citizens for the protection of their communities. Today's Watch Group programs incorporate activities that not only address crime prevention issues, but also restore pride and unity to a neighborhood. It is not uncommon to see members of Neighborhood Watch groups participating in community cleanups and other group activities that strive to improve the quality of life and safety ideas for community residents. In addition, the adoption of community policing by local law enforcement agencies has contributed to a resurgence in Watch groups over the years. Neighborhood Watch fits nicely into the framework of law enforcement/community partnerships, and Neighborhood Watch meetings provide a useful forum for airing neighborhood problems and practicing problem-solving techniques. While criminals have attempted to use this statistic to their advantage, law enforcement has uncovered an important reality: the communities in which citizens have observed and reported suspicious activity have enjoyed lower crime rates. As communities throughout the country have adopted the program and reported success, the popularity of the Neighborhood Watch Program has grown, and it continues to be the pride of Law Enforcement. POND SAFETY REMINDER Visitors are not permitted to wade or release pets into any of the ponds located within Lake Ashton. Not only is there a potential of encountering alligators and venomous snakes, harmful germs may be present as well. The FWC recommends keeping pets 10' away from the water. Call the FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR (392-4286) if you have concerns about an alligator that poses a threat to humans, pets or property. Remember, it is illegal to feed or harass alligators. CAP By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets once a week for two hours. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. More information: Mike Weissberg, 863-324-3541. ROAD SAFETY REMINDERS The shortest day of the year, the Winter Solstice, is December 21. When walking or bicycling, especially at night, remember to "Be Safe and Be Seen: Make Yourself Visible to Drivers.” Use lights and reflective gear. Those on bicycles should be riding with the flow of traffic, meaning they should always be on the right side of the road. Walkers/ runners should be going against the flow of traffic, always being on the left side of the road. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

MOVI ES ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED + THE 11 AM WEDNESDAY SHOWING. CAPACITY: 55 DECEMBER 1 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 5MIN Kya is an abandoned girl who raised he r s e l f t o adu l t hood i n t he dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years, rumors of the "Marsh Girl" haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately cast by the community as the main suspect. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS DECEMBER 6 — 8 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE SWIMMERS 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 14MIN Swimming sisters Yusra and Sarah Mardini have long wanted to compete in the Olympics, but civil war in Syria forces them to flee their homeland. After a perilous journey to Europe, the siblings join a newly formed refugee team to realize their dream of competing in the 2016 Olympics in Rio. DECEMBER 13 — 15 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM A CHRISTMAS STORY CHRISTMAS (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWING DECEMBER 14) 2022 | PG | 1H 38MIN More than 40 years after the holiday classic "A Christmas Story" debuted, this 1970s-set sequel finds a now-adult Ralphie returning to his childhood home to give his own children the same sort of magical Christmas he once experienced. Solar DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra No ailable Finishes! DECEMBER 20 — 22 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM SPIRITED 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 7MIN A hilarious modern musical update of the classic Charles Dickens story starring Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, and Octavia Spencer. Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 20 DECEMBER 27 — 29 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM DISENCHANTED 2022 | PG | 2H 1MIN Years after their happily ever after, Giselle (Amy Adams), Robert (Patrick Dempsey) and Morgan move to a new community and Andalasia and the real world are thrown offbalance. Sequel to Disney’s Enchanted. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM Special Holiday DECEMBER 2 REMEMBER THE NIGHT 1940 | NR | 1H 34MIN Lee Leander is a petty shoplifter on trial for swiping an expensive bracelet from a local jewelry store. When her trial is postponed until after New Year's, sympathetic Assistant District Attorney John Sargent bails her out of jail. Together, they find themselves falling in love when he invites her to his family's home for the holidays where she discovers the warmth and love she's never had but always wanted. DECEMBER 9 AT 11 AM (NO 3 PM SHOWING) A CHRISTMAS STORY 1983 | PG | 1H 33MIN In this nostalgic look at Christmas in 1940s Indiana, 9-year-old Ralphie Parker desperately wants a "Red Ryder carbineaction, 200-shot Range Model air rifle." But first he'll have to wage an all-out campaign to convince his parents the toy is safe. DECEMBER 16 DIE HARD 1988 | R | 2H 12MIN NYPD cop John McClane's (Bruce Willis) plan to reconcile with his estranged wi fe, Hol ly (Bonnie Bedelia), is thrown for a serious loop when minutes after he arrives at her office, the entire building is overtaken by a group of pitiless terrorists. With little help from the LAPD, wisecracking McClane sets out to single-handedly rescue the hostages and bring the bad guys down. This classic John McTiernan actioner launched Willis into superstardom. 22 1946 | NR | 2H 12MIN It's a wonderful film. Frank Capra's inverted take on A Christmas Carol stars Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey, a good man who's spent a lifetime giving up on his dreams in order to keep life in his small town humming. When a guardian angel named Clarence finds a despondent George poised to jump off a bridge, he shows George what life would've been like had he never been born. December 30 at 3 pm NEW YEAR’S EVE 2011 | PG-13 | 1H 57MIN In this star-studded romantic comedy, the fates of a diverse group of New Yorkers are wound together on New Year's Eve -including one expectant couple hoping their baby will be the first to be born in the Big Apple after midnight. Starring Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Abigail Breslin, Ludacris, Robert De Niro, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Hector Elizondo, Katherine Heigl, Ashton Kutcher, Seth Meyers, Lea Michele, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michelle Pfeiffer, Hilary Swank, Sofía Vergara, Ryan Seacrest, Cary Elwes, Matthew Broderick, John Lithgow, Sarah Paulson, Common, Alyssa Milano, Russell Peters, Jim Belushi, and more. Movie Showings December 23 at 3 pm IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE

EVENTS FALL FESTIVAL WRAP-UP What a turnout this year! It was truly wonderful to see so many happy faces meandering through the vendors at the festival and hear the laughter of those playing the games (especially Punkin’ Chunkin’). Thank you to all who came out, a big thank you to all the vendors, and a special thanks to sponsors Matt Simpson of Edward Jones, Core Rehabilitation, Art's Golf Cars, Family Elder Law, and Powur Energy. Can’t wait to see what next year holds, so mark your calendars for October 28, 2023! JINGLE BELL JOG By David Fix The Lake Ashton Charity Jingle Bell Jog will be held December 5. This 5K (3.1 mile) course will start and finish in the Clubhouse East Parking Lot. Registration is closed but everyone is invited to watch and cheer! Donations are still being accepted for Victory Ridge Academy. CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT Stop by the HFC and sign up for Holiday Cornhole Tourney on December 6 at 9 am. Teams will consist of two players who will be competing for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. This event is sponsored by Weaver Loveless Law. CARRABBAS DINNERS & KARAOKE Pick up your meal to go or eat in the Ballroom December 7 at 5 pm. Place your orders by 3 pm on December 6 by calling 863-293-6635. Payment can be made by credit card over the phone or by cash/ credit in person the day of directly to Carrabbas. · 2 for $30 - Homemade Chicken Marsala with garlic mashed potatoes and a side Caesar Salad, and bread with signature herbs and olive oil · 2 for $25 – Homemade Lasagna with a side Caesar salad, and bread with signature herbs and olive oil · Add 1 cannoli for $1 per person · Add a 32oz pitcher of sangria (blackberry, peach, or classic red) for $25 After picking up your dinner, stop by the restaurant fro karaoke with DJ Wayne in the Clubhouse Restaurant from 6 to 9 pm! Tickets are $3 at the Clubhouse Activities Office. LA ASHTONETTES By Gina Krall The LA Ashtonettes (pictured on front cover) have lead the Holiday Parade for many years marching and twirling from the HFC to the Clubhouse. Any former majorettes are welcome to join for this year's parade. Text 443.783.6191 or email ginakrall@yahoo.com. HOLIDAY GOLF CART PARADE DECEMBER 1 6 By Carolyn Bishop Line up at the HFC starts at 5:30 pm with the parade kick-off at 6. The parade ends at the Clubhouse with light refreshments. Decorated golf carts, bikes, cars and trucks are all welcome. Clubs and organizations are encouraged to decorate and participate too. Donations of baked goodies will be needed. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Any questions please contact Carolyn Bishop at cbbishop61@gmail.com or 919-606-8844. CALLING ALL CRAFTERS! By Judith Ridpath The LA Purple Stars, your Relay For Life Team, will be sponsoring a booth selling hand crafted items at the December 14 Lake Ashton Bi-Monthly Market. 100% of the proceeds of all donated items sold will go to the American Cancer Society. Items are needed to fill the booth. If you have a craft you enjoy, please consider making one to donate, and share this info with your crafty friends. There are a limited amount of supplies available to share if needed. Contact Judy Ridpath at 650-678-1174 with any questions. 23

FAITH XTREME CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Faith Xtreme Choir will be performing a Christmas concert for Lake Ashton on December 14 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This is a multimedia event as they tell the Christmas Story through music, pictures, videos, and stories from the Bible. Please stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to pick up your free ticket. Seating is first come first served. There is no charge for this concert, but donations are encouraged and will be collected at the concert. NEW! LA TRIVIA By David Fix Join in for Trivia at the Clubhouse Sundays from 7 to 9 pm in the Ballroom. Hopefully this will be a Resident to Resident evening of fun to be held on a weekly basis. Maximum number of players per team is six. Individuals are encouraged to come and join an open table. Cost is $1 per person to play with all money returned to the top December 11 ENTERTAINMENT: Micah Madore December 18 ENTERTAINMENT: Corey Greenway of Outta Hand Band Tickets: $3 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk BYOE - Bring Your Own Everything to the clubhouse RESTAURANT for music and fun! there will be FOOD TRUCKS in the parking lot three teams. Three rounds of 10 questions will be played along with one final bonus question. Please come early as it will start promptly at 7 pm. BYOB! BYOSnacks! OUTDOOR MENORAH LIGHTING Hanukkah begins the evening of Sunday, December 18, and ends the evening of Monday, December 26. Everyone is welcome to celebrate Hanukkah, which is Hebrew for “dedication,” and also known as the Festival of Lights, by coming to an outdoor Menorah Lighting, on December 20 at 5:30 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. This is presented by the Chabad Jewish Center. LAPAC NEWS By Karen Nelson Hello all Lake Ashton residents! Your Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation continues work on the 2023 Community Showcase. Your friends and neighbors who have expressed interest in performing will soon learn what their roles are. Thank you to everyone for their interest in and commitment to this annual event. Positions are still available for the vital technical and backstage roles — the Showcase cannot be produced without these critical positions. Contact any resident associated with the Showcase to be connected with a director if you are interested. Please mark your calendars for the Showcase dates: Opening Night is Friday evening, March 24, 2023. The Matinee is Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 2 pm - there will be sign language interpreters at the Saturday Matinee, as well as an extended intermission. The Closing Night is Saturday evening, March 25, 2023. Watch the LA Times and your Lake Ashton emails for information on tickets, it won't be long before we are entertained in true Lake Ashton fashion! Karen and I wish all of you the best of this holiday season Happy Hanukkah Merry Christmas …and may we all enjoy the best of good health and happiness throughout the New Year Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 25

SALAD BAR, BISCUITS WITH SAUSAGE GRAVY, ROASTED CHICKEN & PORK WITH COLLARD GREENS & BLACK EYED PEAS, SHRIMP & GRITS, PENNE ALLA VODKA, SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH BACON & BREAKFAST POTATOES, PANCAKES, FRUIT & PASTRY BAR WITH BAGELS, COFFEE, & ORANGE JUICE. BRING YOUR OWN CHAMPAGNE OR BEVERAGES! TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE BRUNCH ALONE: $30 ROCKIN’ NEW YEAR’S EVE & BRUNCH: $75 Clubhouse Ballroom 11 am to 2 pm CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a chili cook-off as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 20, 2023 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This event was held last year and was a great success. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. There will be separate sign up sheets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the chili cookers and baked goods which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets can also be purchased at the Clubhouse — 12 Tickets for a $10 donation, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili, so you should buy 24 tickets to taste all of them. Corn bread, water and dessert table are cash sales, $1/item. Don't miss this chance to warm up with many varieties of chili. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. 2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKETS New season tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office through December 22. Season tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents. There is a limit of one ticket per person. In order to expedite season ticket sales, please have a Lake Ashton photo identification on hand or a driver's license with a Lake Ashton address to purchase tickets with Visa, MasterCard or check payable to LACDD. Tickets cannot be put on hold — they are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Lake Ashton Bus Trips Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to see what’s available — bring a check for Small World Tours. Rise and Shine with New Year's Day Brunch! 27

LA Cruise-In JAN. 21, 2023 4 — 7 pm Shine up that chrome, scrub those tires, and rev those engines, it’s time for the Cruise-In again! Join us on January 21 from 4 pm to 7 pm in the West parking lot of the Clubhouse to enjoy food trucks, classic and modern cars alike, and live music from the Southbound Band. Cars will be judged and winners for each category presented with a prize! The classes are Best Classic (pre-1989), Best Modern (post-1989), and Crowd Favorite. Registration starts December 14 and ends January 13. Please pick up your registration forms at the Activities Office and indicate if you would like to enter your car to be judged. If you are attending the event, please be advised that parking will only be available in the east parking lot and golf cart parking will be in the circle drive per usual. LAKE ASHTON CLUB EXPO New residents and long time residents who want to make new friends or are interested in more information about Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups or Organizations, plan to attend this Expo on January 17 in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 10 am to 1 pm. Residents will be able to meet representatives, ask questions, sign up for membership or purchase tickets to club events. Light refreshments will be available for all attendees. Clubs, Groups, and Organizations interested in having a table must register via the online link that will be sent out via email blast after December 6. This is a great time to grow membership and attract new members whether you facilitate an exercise group, public safety group, sports activity, or arts and crafts group. Space is limited so don't wait to sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office! Vint ag e Ro ads how Save the date for Lake Ashton’s first-ever Vintage Roadshow on January 25 at 5 pm! A group of very knowledgeable vendors will be in attendance to help share their knowledge of your beloved or unique antique/vintage/retro items. More information will be coming out about this fantastic event, keep an eye on email blasts and come to Monday Coffee to learn more about what categories will be available as well as how many residents can sign up for each category. SAVE THESE DATES ! • December 9 — Holiday Bash at the HFC with Rusty Trumpet • December 31 — HFC New Year’s Eve Party • January 13 — DJ Wayne Dance Party at the HFC • February 9 — Live Band Dance at the HFC • February 14 – Chapel of Love featuring Elvis! – Celebrate Valentines Day with the King at the Clubhouse • February 21 – Mardi Gras Party – Y’all gonna pardi hardi at the Clubhouse • February 28— Silent Disco at the Clubhouse • March 10 — Shamrock Party at the HFC • March 17 & 18 — BOLLA’s Trash to Treasure Fundraiser Sale at the Clubhouse • March 21 — Fires of Georgia Dance Performance at the Clubhouse • March 24 & 25 — LAPAC’s Community Showcase at the Clubhouse • March 29 — Pub Crawl at the Clubhouse • April 1 — Happy Birthday to You … And You … at the Clubhouse • April 21 — Battle of the Decades at the Clubhouse

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The Pink Ribbon Dance and Golf Tournament dominated the beginning of November. What a tremendous success all around, surpassing the 2021 donation of $34,000 to the Watson Clinic Foundation. This year the Pink Ribbon fundraisers brought in $46,691.51! Congratulations to co-chairs Kim Kutsch, Lydia Fichtman and the entire committee for their endless energy and dedication to this cause. A special shoutout to all the participants, sponsors, donors and volunteers! We could not have done it without you! The Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following Platinum Sponsors for their support: Arabella’s, Bargain Carts, Bock & Hoeft, Brewers Golf Carts, EdCredible, Gessler Clinic, Good Shepherd Hospice, Heartland Insulation & Acoustic, Lake Ashton Swim Club, Mutual of Omaha, RayL Engineering, Snowbird Heating and Air Conditioning, Sun Protection of Florida, Weaver Loveless Law and Yellowstone Landscaping. If you are in need of any of the services they offer please support them. In addition, our very own Bob Yeager had a “Hole in One” on 3 West, winning a free AC from Snowbird Air. In lieu of his free air conditioner from Snowbird, he chose to make a significant donation to Pink Ribbon! Thank you, Bob! November 15 was the LALGA Opening Day featuring the theme “Homecoming 2022, Welcome Back to Lake Ashton.” The day included a “Scramble with a Twist” followed by a luncheon at the Nest including Tomato Basil Soup, Pulled Pork and Chicken Sliders, Chips, Coleslaw, and a brownie with ice cream for dessert. Congratulations to “T” Utting, Dori Krogman, Tassy DeAngelo, Jane Fuller and Pat Hodges for setting this up. Finally, We Care for Kids brought in 200 pounds of food for the Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Lake Ashton’s generosity never fails to disappoint! Kudos to Nancy Zografos for her leadership of this activity. Thank you Lake Ashton for your support of all these events! DON’T FORGET: The Annual Toy Drive is taking place right now. Bring your unwrapped toys to the Pro Shop by December 7 for them to be delivered in time to those in need. The members of the LALGA wish all of you Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year. May 2023 be brighter, better and healthier than 2022! 30 LAMGA By Paul Fichtman November’s featured event was “Beat the Board” held on November 9. The format was “2 Best Nets”. The Board scored 129 and was surpassed by 4 out of 9 foursomes who posted scores of 121, 124, 124 and 126, respectively. Mark your calendars! The Annual Meeting/Luncheon is being held on Wednesday, December 7 immediately following that day’s LAMGA event. Please note that all LAMGA members are invited to attend the Annual Meeting and Luncheon, even if you are not able to play in that day’s event. There were three open seats on the LAMGA Board for 2023 and three candidates nominated themselves to serve on the Board. This situation dictated that there was not a need to hold the election and that the three nominated candidates would be installed on the board. The new Board members will be announced and introduced at the Annual Meeting/Luncheon. This month the following Insurance and Financial Service providers are thanked for their unstinting support of the Member/Guest tournament: Amerity Financial (Burris Warner); Chris Bruser – Reverse Mortgage Specialist, Mutual of Omaha; Christine Graves Insurance, Inc.; Element Funding; and Zinsmeister Insurance. You can find a list of all our sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, Lake Ashton Living, and Talk of Lake Ashton. Please support them with your business. The 2022 Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge concluded on October 31. The four winners for the season are 1st Place - Jim Simpson - $187.55; 2nd Place – Donn Yasz - $185.75; 3rd Place – Duff Hill - $157.35; and 4th Place – Paul Panone - $156.75. These four winners will receive $80, $60, $40 & $20, respectively in Pro Shop credits. Thanks, as always, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for their multi-year sponsorship of this very popular annual contest. Please consider Red Hoagland Hyundai the next time you are looking to purchase a vehicle. December schedule: December 7 – Individual Quota Points, includes Annual Meeting/Luncheon (see above); December 14 – Pick Your Foursome, 1 Gross/2 Nets; December 21 – In the Box, 3 nets; December 28 – Pick 10 Holes. The LAMGA wishes all Lake Ashton residents and their families a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a Prosperous New Year! LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt So much has happened since the last issue. OPENING DAY was October 18 with 68 players on the entire West course. Lunch was delicious – thanks Vickie and the Eagle’s Nest staf f – games were played, and fun ensued. The PINK RIBBON TOURNAMENT November 8 was a big success again this year with 248 players. There was one winning all-woman team placing 3rd net in their Flight: Missy Prescott, Janice Serencko, Vickie Olesen and Marti Schmidt. Way to go Niners! HURRICANE NICOLE came through early morning November 10 - here’s hoping all of you survived with minimal impact. COMING SOON – look for photo updates on the Eagle’s Nest bulletin board near the stairs. Still have questions? Are you ready to join? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! If you make a holein-one, send your name, date, hole, and course number to be featured in the LA Times to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com

CLUBS ST. AUGUSTINE OR BUST By Carolyn Bishop T h e L a k e A s h t o n Tr a v e l e r s invaded St. Augu s t i ne t h i s p a s t Novembe r with one of the biggest rallies this FMCA Chapter has ever had with 27 RVs taking over the Ocean Grove RV Resort in Saint Augustine. A private trolley tour around historic St Augustine was one of the highlights of the trip. As always, good food and great friendships were shared at the rally. For more information about the LA Travelers, come join the Tuesday afternoon Socials at the Clubhouse Ballroom from 3:30 to 5 pm. LA BELLES CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON/PARTY By Donna Debnar Get your bows and bells and jump on your sleigh and head down to The Jacaranda for a little celebration Friday, December 16 at 4:30 p.m. No gift exchange. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Sign up at the Clubhouse or HFC (see sign up sheet for ride-share). The Jacaranda, 19 E Main Street, Avon Park 33825. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their next monthly meeting December 1 in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson general meeting will begin at 4:30 pm. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In November, the group discussed the fun Halloween Party hosted by Greg (pictured above). Plans were discussed for Thanksgiving dinner at the Lake Wales Country Club, a lunch at Jacaranda in January and lunch at Grillsmith in Lakeland in December. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month will be held in the Pavilion. Funds were collected for the Christmas gifts for 12 Senior Orphans. The gifts should be wrapped and brought to the December meeting. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on December 4. BOLLA By Linda Warden SWIM CLUB Blankets of Love Lake Ashton will be hosting the Annual Trash To Treasure Sale March 14, 2023 through Saturday March 18, 2023. The collecting of items to be sold will begin Tuesday, March 14 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The sale will begin for Lake Ashton residents only on Friday, March 17, then open to the public on Saturday, March 18. This is a major fundraiser for BOLLA and a big event for Lake Ashton. Save the date on your 2023 Calendar! Volunteers to help moving larger items, transporting to vehicles, and assistance where needed are most welcome. Check next month’s LA Times for more information. BOLLA provides blankets and ponchos to children and teens in crisis in Polk County Schools and other Agencies. Over 800 blankets and ponchos have been delivered this year! SEW WHAT & SO MUCH MORE By Gretchen Frantz The name Sew What and SO Much More describes the varied crafts enjoyed by the members. In this photo are the 434 (and counting) hats to be donated to elementary schools in Lake Wales and Winter Haven, Victory Ridge Academy and the Lake Wales Care Center Caring Tree. Knitted, crocheted or woven on a loom, miles of yarn have gone into these gifts. Donations of regular, 4ply yarn is always appreciated. Other charity projects include dozens of afghans for Hospice, pillows sewn for patients at Advent Health Hospital and crocheted edging on blankets and ponchos for BOLLA. Members are also working on projects with cross stitch, needlepoint, card stitching, diamond dot painting. All Lake Ashton residents are welcome to come share their interests or try something new. Sew What and SO Much More meets every Thursday from 1-3 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Questions? Contact facilitator Gretchen Frantz at 863-875-0195. 33 By Sandy White There's a lot of fitness going on at the HFC indoor pool. Chip Inman takes part in the club's 100 Mile Challenge. He swam to Daytona & back (and never left our pool), and most recently to Ft. Lauderdale. That's over 300 miles so far! Cathy Liska, Sandy Papineau, Kerry Spaedy, Sharon Swanson, and Gena Thornburg represented LA at the Golden Age Games in Sanford November 6 and brought home 18 medals, including eight gold. Each placed in the top three in their respective events. Kerry won two medals at her first meet! Several LASC swimmers have qualified for and will compete in the Florida Senior Games at the Temple Terrace Family Recreation Complex on December 3 & 4. We wish them fast swims! Come swim with us on Mondays from 6 to 7 pm, Wednesdays from 1:45-2:45 pm, and/ or Saturdays 10 to 11 am.

By Vicki Creek The annual Advanced Bocce League Potluck Dinner will be held at the HFC on December 2 from 4 to 6 pm. If you are already a member of the Advanced Bocce League or are interested in joining you are invited to attend. Everyone please bring a covered dish along with your own beverages, plates and silverware. If you plan to a t t e n d p l e a s e R S V P t o V i c k i C r e e k at vlcreek@gmail.com. “Many A Friendship Has Been Made On The Bocce Courts.” BOOK CLUB By Judi Saint-Sommer And Still They Came, the Florida Saga Guest author: Robert James Connors The Book Club invites all residents to this presentation on December 6 at 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. Have you ever wondered, how club in hearing stories of the last 200 years of development and conflicts. Special guest author, Robert James Connors, will share stories from his book, as well as a story that includes the very land Lake Ashton was developed on. His history is spun through the eyes of one family, with roots to the native Seminoles to development ties of the Keys bridge, railroads, and even Bok Tower. Mr. Connors, born in Chicago, Illinois, has published more than 1,000 human-interest stories, features and commentaries. He is a former magazine managing editor, journalist, newspaper editorial writer and former Florida County Commissioner. He and his wife Susan reside in Lake Wales. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com AUTHORIZED DEALER MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Kathy Keding A big hello to all friends from the Great Lake State! The Michigan Potluck is on the schedule for January 8, 2023, from 4 to 8 pm at the HFC. Lots of fun is in store for everyone! Bring your Michigan knowledge and a dish to pass. Sign up sheets will be posted at the HFC and the Clubhouse. Looking forward to meeting you! LA CANADIAN CLUB (LACC) By Ken Miyauchi Calling all Canadians! After a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the LA Canadian Club dinners will restart beginning January 12, 2023 at the HFC. Please join the group and renew old friendships by getting together for some good food, good conversation, and even a few laughs. The dinner will include roast beef, garlic roasted new potatoes, honey glazed baby carrots, garden ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty ✦ Same length as standard 4-passenger ✦ 2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty salad, French rolls, dessert, and iced tea. The price is unchanged from three years ago at $17 per person. Where else can you get a three-course dinner for $14 plus tip and tax? Please signup and submit your payment at the HFC Activities Desk. Make your $17 checks payable to “Ed Wills”, club treasurer. The final date for signup is December 29. Looking forward to seeing everyone on January 12! Scene About Town Thank you to Lynn Davis, the Lake Ashton Garden Club Facilitator, for making the community a little more beautiful! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE! AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg The LA Rocker community is growing as new participants come to see what is happening, like what they see, and stay to become old friends. Everyone has gotten into the holiday mood by painting rocks to hide and spread joy and kindness throughout the community. Sincere thanks goes to all of those who have posted their finds on TOLA and on LA Rockers. Nothing makes a LA Rocker feel better than seeing how much their effort has been appreciated. This fall, in addition to monthly challenges based on seasons and events, the group painted and donated "Breast Cancer Awareness" rocks for fundraisers in the community. Over the year, members new and old have stepped up to share their abilities with the group. From painting, to paint pouring, to straw blowing, to dotting, to foiling, to decoupage, to applying decals — the group is doing it all and having a ball while we doing it. If you haven't yet done so, definitely think about joining in the New Year. You don't need to know how to draw or paint — all you need is the desire to have a good time and make others happy. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, or something else, The Administration of LA Rockers wants to wish all members and all of the rest of Lake Ashton a happy and healthy holiday season filled with love from family and friends. May 2023 bring you joy and prosperity. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves There will be no December meeting. THANK YOU LAVA AUXILIARY AND LAKE ASHTON NEIGHBORS! The Craft Fair was a SUCCESS! Many stopped by as they were leaving (bags in hand) to let us know how much they enjoyed attending the Craft Fair. The vendors were extremely pleased as well. Many of the vendors have already reserved their spot for next year. Thanks to the bakers who provided their homemade baked goods. The “Bake Shop” immensely popular! Thanks also goes out to LAVA for their support with parking and helping the vendors bring in their goods to set up their booth. SAVE THE DATE! MR. LAKE ASHTON RETURNS ON APRIL 15, 2023. For those of you new to Lake Ashton, Mr. Lake Ashton is a fun filled evening fundraiser for our veterans! Contestants will compete for the title “Mr. Lake Ashton” and a few good men are needed to compete! The inaugural event in 2020 was sold out! May you be blessed with making happy memories this holiday season. Keep in prayer military members who will not be with family this season. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The Camera Club held a photo shoot at Bok Tower last month. The fog created some i n t e res t i ng photo oppor tuni t ies and everyone had a good time. The December meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 12 at 10:30am in the Cinema. Plans are being made for other outings and guest speakers. If you're interested in photography and would like to share your enthusiasm and knowledge with others, please join us at one of our meetings. As always, everyone is encouraged to bring some pictures along on a USB drive to share with the group. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join your fellow Lake Ashtonians for a fun and lively discussion of where to look for good genealogy records and resources. We will continue our discussion of where to find free websites that will make our research more fun and productive as well. Bring your stories, questions and advice to add to our meeting. We meet on Wednesday, December 14 at 2 PM in the HFC Craft Room. Hope to see you there. For more info, call Jane at 815-545-6655. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 37

MIND&BODY CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION / MUS IC HISTORY SERIES The classical music history program continues Mondays at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. In December we will conclude the Baroque era with the music of George Frideric Handel and Johann Sebastian Bach. The final class of the year will be December 19th (no class 12/26). We will resume on January 2nd with the Classical era composers Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Lake Ashton resident Ken Hoffman explains the music and the historical events that influenced the composers of the eras. Learn about many renown musicians of the past 60 years while viewing films of them playing the music. Class discussion is encouraged. Newcomers can sign up in class. See the course website BaroqueMasters.blogspot.com for more information. MEN’S HEALTH SEMINAR Join Dr. Paul Arnold, Urologist with AdventHealth, for a men’s health seminar at the HFC on December 13 at 1 pm. Men’s health is an intimate and personal part of your life. Urological disorders can affect your day-today happiness and your long-term health. Talk through all aspects of men’s health with Dr. Arnold at this upcoming seminar. Refreshments provided. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT An all-encompassing Caregiver Support Group facilitated by the Alzheimer's Association will be held on December 20 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This group is for Caregivers and Care partners of people living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s, ALS, Cancer, and Diabetes. People who are living with the disease are welcome to attend with their care partner. This support group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for everyone to develop a support system. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. LA MEN’S BIBLE STUDY Join the interesting and thought provoking LA Men’s Bible Study Group that meets every Tuesday, with Fellowship from 10 to 10:30 am, and Discussion from 10:30 to noon. The group is non-denominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. Meet face-to-face at the HFC Craft Room or via a Zoom connection if you prefer. The group is starting Romans, generally reading one chapter and discussing questions pertaining to that chapter. There is an open, positive, educational, and voluntary dialogue. You don’t need to be a theologian to join. You’ll find that as you examine your faith, you’ll learn more about God and yourself. Contact Bob Ring, 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com or Jim Brendemuehl, 815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com. EMPOWERED SUCCESS TO LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE Have you ever wondered about holistic healing and all that it entails? Well then, this presentation is for you! Join Nicole Almeida, certified holistic practitioner December 28 at 6 pm for a thought-provoking discussion about holistic healthcare making the point that it’s life span vs. health span. They will be taking and answering questions throughout the discussion as well. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Save the Date for January’s Think & Drink: What is a Municipal Airport? Find out the answer to this question from the Lake Wales Municipal Airport Manager Amanda Kirby on January 24 at 6 pm. EDUCATIONAL CBD LUNCHEON Come lunch and learn about CBD and how you can use it in your everyday life at a luncheon on January 10 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Gain insight into the helpfulness and everyday use of CDB and ask any questions. Please sign up on the Clubhouse Information Wall by January 2.

LA SOCIAL TENNIS By Debbie Grabb Do you play tennis? Do you like to play mixed doubles? Lake Ashton has four tennis courts available for you. Social Tennis is played from 8 to 10:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Just show up at the Health and Fitness Center (West courts) with your tennis racquet. You get to play with different partners. Tennis balls are provided for Social Tennis. After snowbirds return, play is added on the courts at the Clubhouse (East courts). No dues, just bring a can of tennis balls once a month. There is a get-together/meeting once a year. If you have questions, contact Debbie Grabb at 863-324-0600. There is a ball machine stored at the East courts; to use, please contact Phil Hines at 863-294-8884. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held every Saturday at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am Intermediate: Tuesdays at 8:10 pm, Thursdays at 10:10 am Clubhouse Ballroom IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays, 1 p.m. at the HFC Community Center HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (305-725-4946) Thursdays from 3 to 4 pm with a glass of ? afterwards (BYOB). Meet at the HFC basketball court for lots of fun and energy. No need for previous dance experience or to be in attendance weekly. LA STEPPERS The popular fitness class from the 90’s is also popular here in Lake Ashton, and will continue this fall on Thursday December 1 from 5 to 6 pm in the HFC Community Center. Prior to class there will be a refresher of basic steps. Participants must bring their own step. There is no charge for this class. Certified Instructor is LA Resident Sue Fitzgerald. Questions? Call Sue at 904-566-2846. CALLING ALL TAPPERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard Tap Jammers is a fun group of tappers who gather weekly to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. Tap Jammers meet on Friday mornings at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage. Please note: These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. MAH JONGG By Myrna Soberman Looking for Mah Jongg p l a y e r s with one to two years or more experience to join this group every Wednesday afternoon at the HFC from 2 to 4 pm. For more information, please contact myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. FUSED GLASS HOLIDAY ORNAMENT CLASSES There will be two opportunities to make two ornaments from a selection of designs this month: • Friday, December 9 from 10 am to 1 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room • Thursday, December 15 from 9 am to Noon in the HFC Craft Room Cost: $35, includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing, & art glass. Sign up at the location the class will be held. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr December 10 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Candle on Black $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on December 9 WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS Artist Freddie Combs returns to Lake Ashton for the 2023 season. She will present three day-long watercolor workshops in the new year. Subject matter will be still life, florals and beach related items. Sessions are January 20, February 10, and March 10. Class is from 9-3 in the HFC with a break for a sack lunch. Those attending should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class start time to allow time for prep work before class begins. Students will create two watercolor paintings per session. Price per session is $50. All new students should contact the artist at 864-307-1244. A sign-up sheet will be at the HFC Activities Desk.

GIFT WRAPPING & HOLIDAY BOWS CLASS If you’ve ever looked upon perfectly or artistically wrapped gifts with envy, now you can learn how to do it yourself! For only $5, you too can learn handson how to add some flair to your gift wrapping on December 7 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. You can even learn how to make those gorgeous holiday bows that adorn gifts, wreaths, and more, Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office. WILLS, TRUSTS, & LIFETIME PLANNING 2023 BOOT CAMP Do the unknowns of the future keep you up at night? This monthly boot camp will teach you how to create a Lifetime Comprehensive Plan. Join Jason Penrod, Board Certified Elder Law Expert and Financial Advisor, on a step-by-step year-long journey towards “peace of mind.” The culmination of these 12 eyeopening interactive sessions will be the completion of your own “Comprehensive Lifetime Plan” through interesting examples and practical teachings. Email Agnus (avera@familyelderlaw.com) to enroll. January: “Where do I start? Estate vs. Lifetime Planning?” February: “Who will make my medical decisions?” March: “Who will protect my assets and pay my bills?” April: “Who will receive my assets when I die? Will my family have to probate?” May: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” June: “Should I have a Trust? What does “Funding Your Trust” mean?” July: “How do I know medical bills will be covered? Medicare?” August: “Will can I protect what I have? Do I have enough to last my lifetime?” September: “How will I pay for nursing home care?” October: “Am I forgetting something?” November: “What if life happens? When should I review my plan?” December (Graduation!): “How do I “peace of mind” & bless others?” share my RECURRING EVENTS & CLASSES Many activities have returned for the season after a summer hiatus. Don’t forget to check out the Activities Calendars from the Clubhouse and the HFC that are included in this issue. They both list all the important activities and happenings at both locations, as well as classes and meetings that occur on a weekly basis. There's truly something for everyone at LA!

PARTY IN THE CITY! CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR NEW YORK STYLE IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM! 7 PM TO DEC 31ST • Italian sausage & peppers on Italian bread • Roast beef bruschetta • Fresh shrimp ceviche • Pasta station with chicken or vegetables • Pizza logs • Fruit and cheese display • Cheesecake bar • Champagne toast • BYOB! MIDNIGHT Eklectik Haze will be rockin’ all night! Tickets: $50 at the Clubhouse Activities Office Photo booths, (360 and regular), noisemakers, and lots of confetti provided! Dress for fun! Lake Ashton’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve!

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter November 2022 WE ARE THANKFUL FOR VETERANS "Who kept the faith and fought the fight; The glory theirs, the duty ours." - Wallace Bruce Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES December Issue Deadline: November 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. COVER PHOTO BY DALE STEENBERG NOVEMBER 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. NOVEMBER 7 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: Polk Senior Games • Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance & Amerity Financial Bring your knives and scissors that need sharpening to the Wood Shop (located near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Dr.) November 7 between 8:30 & 10 am. Please wrap in newspaper & identify with your name and telephone number. Thank you to everyone for supporting this fundraising project. NOVEMBER 14 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Small World Bus Tours for 2023 • Featured Vendors: ComForCare • Denise Tessier, Tessier Law Group • Edward Jones - Matt Simpson NOVEMBER 21 • Peanut Butter Monday — monthly collection of nonperishable items for a local food bank • Blast from the Past with David Harrison • Featured Speaker: One Water Winter Haven: The Blue Sapphire Project • Featured Vendor: Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb NOVEMBER 28 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 16 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 24 GOLF 28 CLUBS 30 MIND & BODY 38 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, November 28, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Tuesday, November 29, 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (or by appointment) No IDs November 15 & 16 HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 6. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night when you go to bed. Keep in mind that your smartphones and tablets likely already make this change automatically. This is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries. HOLIDAY CLOSINGS • Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 for Thanksgiving. • The Clubhouse Offices will be closed on Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26 in observance of Christmas. • The Clubhouse Offices will be closed Friday, December 30 and Monday, January 2 in observance of the New Year. NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: November 9 and 23 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE November 9 and 23, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot FOOD TRUCKS In the Clubhouse West Parking Lot - stay tuned to media for additions, changes, and menus! 11/3, 3:30 - 7 pm: K&E’s Italian Kitchen 11/10, 4 - 7 pm: Smokin' Oak BBQ 11/12, 11 am - 2 pm: Charm City Seafood 11/12, 11 am - 2 pm: DonutNV 11/14, 2 - 6 pm: Top Dog 11/20 , 3 - 6 pm: DonutNV 11/21, 2 - 6 pm: Top Dog 11/27, 3 to 6 pm: K&E’s Italian Kitchen NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is November 11 at 2 pm in the HFC. Sign up at either Activities Desk. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED This is the time of year for giving and Lake Ashton has so many amazing volunteers that give thousands of hours a year of their time to help others. Thank you to all the new volunteers who put in an application to help in some way. Staff will be in touch with you soon. Anyone else interested in volunteering should reach out to Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or stop by in person to find their perfect fit! There are many groups looking for new members, groups that have ceased because of lack of a facilitator, and countless other ways to help your community. Don't wait for tomorrow, reach out TODAY! 7

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Staff would like to welcome seasonal residents back to Lake Ashton and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. November is a great time to reflect on everything to be thankful for, including beautiful sunny skies and living in a community full of caring friends and neighbors. Joyful conversations have been filling the Clubhouse as yearround residents reunite with seasonal travelers. With the population at Lake Ashton increasing residents should be mindful of the changes in traffic at Lake Ashton. Many residents are out and about enjoying the cooler temps and lower humidity and should be able to do so in a safe environment. The time change on November 6 will bring darkness earlier than past months. Be sure to be prepared and wear reflective clothing or bring a flashlight along if walking at dusk or later. In this edition of the LA Times, residents will see why Lake Ashton stands out. Residents will have many opportunities to celebrate the upcoming holidays and give back to the communities surrounding Lake Ashton. Soon Lake Ashton will sparkle with exterior lights and holiday decorations to get everyone in the spirit of the holidays. This is truly the most wonderful time of year … enjoy it! On October 17, the LA(LW)CDD Board of Supervisors met and approved of several landscaping projects to include Phase 1 of the refurbishment of Lake Ashton Blvd, the cleaning up of areas bordering the golf course near the entrance. In addition, the median in the West parking lot is getting a new look that will include the removal of rock and installation of planted ground cover. Past meeting minutes, full agenda packets, annual budgets, and an upcoming meeting schedule can all be found on lakeashtoncdd.com. The Request for Proposal for Restaurant Services deadline is November 10. Proposals will be reviewed at the Board of Supervisors Meeting on November 28. Staff is working hard to establish cost savings measures at the Clubhouse that will show immediate and long term benefits for residents. A detailed report of all the savings thus far and future areas that are being explored can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com under "Other District Documents". Congratulations to the Reelected and Elected LA(LW)CDD Board Members All three seats that were up for election on the LACDD Board of Supervisors ran unopposed so they will not be listed on the ballot for the November 8 election. Congratulations to Mike Costello and Debby Landgrebe for being reelected for another 4 year term and to Brenda Van Sickle who will join the Board. Thank you to Bob Plummer for all his hard work and dedication to the residents of Lake Wales over the past 4 years. Contact information for Brenda Van Sickle will be posted on lakeashtoncdd.com after the meeting on November 28 when she will be sworn in. 8 9

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com There are tons of reasons to be thankful for living at Lake Ashton, and there’s also many reasons for staff feeling thankful for working here. Nothing is perfect, but Lake Ashton checks off many of the boxes. Two golf courses, two restaurants, two clubhouses, and a pro shop all offer scores of amenities and opportunities to live the good life. All are set within the beauty that Central Florida offers. Staff sees residents who care enough to volunteer at various events as well as outside entities. Also, leaders of activities give of their time to ensure activities are well presented. The Boards are made up of leaders who handle the monetary, structural, and ethical aspects of life at Lake Ashton. When a resident shares a thank you or other positive comment to staff, Board members or other residents, that’s what makes Lake Ashton stand out above other communities. Weber Environmental was awarded the new landscaping contract for LA II CDD. The lift stations and other areas of landscaping projects were also discussed. Warren Construction received approval for their bid for the new roof on the HFC. The bridge by the driving range and Hogan Lane received damage during the recent hurricane and is closed at the time of this writing. There were downed trees, fences, stop signs, roof tiles lifted, as well as two areas of cart path lifted from overturned oak trees also needing attention following Ian. Photos were taken and submitted for insurance purposes. The Joint Boards of Directors met on October 17th and directed both Community Directors to schedule only through January of 2023 at the designated time in December, as the next meeting will be held on January 20th. when the Joint Amenities Policy will hopefully be approved for implementation. Copies of the proposed Joint Amenities Policies are available at both Lake Ashton I CDD and Lake Ashton II CDD websites. On Monday, November 7th, the HOA will be transferred to the LA II CDD residents, thus closing another chapter in the creation of Lake Ashton as one owned and run by its residents. The next LA II CDD Board meeting was rescheduled for Tuesday, November 29th, when the new Board members will be installed. 10

NATIONAL ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE MONTH In 1983, President Reagan dedicated the month of November as National Alzheimer's Disease Month. Don't forget to support Team Sam and the Walk to End Alzheimer's by attending the Hats on for Alzheimer's. You can also give a monetary donation to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s donation box, located in the Activities Office the entire month. Each person who donates any amount will receive a purple memory marker to be displayed in the Ballroom during the Hats on for Alzheimer's event. You can write the name of someone who is currently suffering, someone who has passed on, or whatever you choose on the memory marker. The markers can be picked up at the Activities Desk. GIVING TUESDAY There is so much to be thankful for and so many blessings to count! In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, help give back to the community by donating to the Lake Wales Care Center. A donation truck will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot November 29 from 9 am to noon. If you would like to donate any large items or large pieces of furniture, please set up a pick-up date with the Care Center by calling 863-676-6678 so they may come to your home and collect the items. THANKFUL BOARD The Clubhouse Lobby will have a Thankful Board on display during the month of November where residents can write on a fall leaf what they are thankful for and display for all to see. Please stop by and show thanks for all things wonderful in your life! TOYS FOR TOTS! By Fred Halde In November, a number of things are around the corner: holidays, decorations, wonderful meals and hopefully, gratitude and generosity! 12 This article is meant to remind you that another important emphasis that is around the bend is giving to Toys for Tots. For the last few years, the Toys for Tots box has been in the HFC, which will once again be the location for this opportunity for giving beginning mid-November. Lake Ashton has always been a great supporter of this outreach mission into the local community. Your generosity has been overwhelming! Many thanks for caring! When you support this cause you can put a smile on the face of child this holiday season, which is just around the corner! Sponsored by Rotary on the Ridge. Questions? Call Fred Halde at 231-343-0638. CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock It's time to think of the families in our area that need help to provide a happy holiday for their families. Early this month the Caring Tree will be in the Clubhouse Ballroom loaded with give tags. These tags are suggestions for gifts that will be given to deserving families in partnership with the Lake Wales Care Center. The gifts must be new and unwrapped. We will collect the gifts and deliver them to the Care Center's distribution center. Parents will select a gift for their family and volunteers will help them with wrapping. Lake Ashton has been a strong supporter of this very worthwhile activity for over 14 years and we are happy to continue this endeavor. Remember the items on the tags are suggestions, so if you see something else that you think a child or teen will appreciate, go ahead and purchase it. Watch for an email blast notification once the tree is up. The last day to bring gifts is December 16. HISTORY PRESENTATION Lake Ashton Resident Anne McCauley will turn the clocks back to colonial times with a slide presentation on the Battle of Yorktown November 3 at Grace Lutheran Church in Winter Haven at 11 am. Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 1-year 2-year 3-year 4.05 4.30 4.35 Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 FDI-1867K-A © 2022 EDWARD D. JONES & CO., L.P. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 13 % % % Call or visit your local financial advisor today. APY* Minimum deposit $25,000 APY* Minimum deposit $25,000 APY* Minimum deposit $25,000 * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 10/07/2022. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

ELECTION DAY NOVEMBER 8 The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 8 and all Florida registered voters will vote in the Clubhouse Ballroom, from 7 am – 7 pm. Please note there will be no movie showings on this day. In addition to voting for Governor, judicial candidates and various amendments, Lake Ashton residents who live in Winter Haven will vote to fill one seat up for election on the LAIICDD Board of Supervisors. To find out who the candidates are that are running for election, please visit the Polk County Supervisor of Elections website at polkelections.com. Any questions regarding the General Election should be directed to the Polk County Supervisor of Elections at 863.534.5888. FRIENDLY REMINDER Residents are entitled to equal opportunity enjoyment of the amenities here at Lake Ashton. Differing opinions and beliefs should not turn into fights and arguments among neighbors. Diversity should be embraced and neighbors should be treated with respect whether you agree with their thoughts, beliefs, and opinions, or not. If someone says something that you feel is derogatory please contact staff or security immediately so the situation can be addressed appropriately to avoid an uncomfortable or controversial situation among neighbors. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY AT THE CLUBHOUSE No one plans on an emergency occurring while enjoying themselves at Lake Ashton, but should one happen, there are various emergency assistance items located throughout the Clubhouse that can help. The first step should always be to call 911 — remember, every second counts. There is an outdoor emergency phone near the East entrance gate of the Clubhouse, next to the 14 large pool rules sign. This emergency phone can be used to contact 911 responders. The phone has a single push button, and an attendant will answer the call within 30 seconds to dispatch emergency responders. All dispatchers are CPR certified to assist with emergencies over the phone until help arrives. The emergency phone allows for automatic identification of the Lake Ashton Clubhouse address. There is also an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid kit located next to the restrooms across from the Restaurant in the Clubhouse as well as on the roving patrol cart. If you need help locating these lifesaving items, please ask a Clubhouse staff member. AT T E N T I O N C L U B H O U S E GROUP FACILITATORS On December 1 group facilitators will receive an email with an electronic form to complete in order to renew recurring reservations at the Clubhouse for 2023. Facilitators have until December 15 to submit the form to secure their current date and time. Contact Sheila Moreland with questions at smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863.324.5457. Please note it is up to the facilitator to reach out to staff to renew their reservation. This is not done automatically. LITTER CLEANUP A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road from Hwy. 27 to County Road 653 on November 17th at 9:00 a.m. Please meet at the Clubhouse ballroom to pick up safety vests, trash bags, gloves and trash grabbers. A sign-up sheet is available at the Clubhouse. Have fun and get some exercise while keeping this community beautiful! Contact Linda Sandel if you have any questions at 863-368-0699 or Sandelly7@gmail.com. 15

LA LOOKS Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis Scarlet Sage also goes by the names of Tropical Sage and Blood Sage. This Native Flower is considered a short-lived perennial. However, it often selfseeds. It can grow to 18-36 inches in height. It’s best to cut back the plant once the flowers are spent. This will encourage a more showy display. The blooming period for this perennial is from Summer through Fall in Central Florida. Scarlet Sage does best in full sun or afternoon shade. It likes moist and well-drained soils. Why plant scarlet sage in your yard? The tubular red flower attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. It is a low-maintenance and provides a low-cost advantage. Though it’s nonedible, it’s sometimes used for medicinal purposes. For more information visit Florida Native Plant Society. LAKE ASHTON WETLANDS AND CONSERVATION AREAS There are numerous wetlands in Lake Ashton that serve important purposes for our community. Wetlands provide a variety of functions, including flood storage, water quality enhancement, and a habitat for threatened and endangered species. Wetlands in Lake Ashton serve as filters for the 16 storm water retention ponds. Then, this water travels to Lake Ashton. Once the water reaches the lake, it will pass via the outfall structure, which is situated on the lake's southwest shore (pictured). The water will then move on to Peace Creek before arriving at the Peace River. Extreme rainfall can cause Peace River to overflow and flood. This may result in higher than usual lake and pond water levels, which will be felt by the residents. To make sure that our wetlands are properly managed, Lake Ashton CDD personnel constantly collaborates with our aquatic vendor. Email Operations Manager Matt Fisher at MFisher@lakeashtoncdd.com if you have any questions or concerns. Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Tricolored Heron is a delicate heron superficially resembling the Great Blue but much smaller and dainty. It is about the same size as a Snowy Egret. If seen from the back it looks mostly blue and tan, but the front of the neck and the belly are white. It was formerly called the Louisiana Heron, but the name was changed to match a description of this blue, white and tan bird. The immature bird is striking with its chestnut hindneck and wing coverts. Tricoloreds can be found at any body of water in Lake Ashton fishing quietly at the water's edge. Their usual method is to stand still and wait for prey to unsuspectingly come within reach, however sometimes they stir the bottom sediments with a foot and dash around in pursuit of fish. They are solitary in their foraging for fish, insects, tadpoles, frogs, lizards and spiders. The ones in Florida are mainly non-migratory. LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Nancy Baker & Debbie Holmes Members of our Homeowners association are bound by agreements known as HOA Covenants. As such, before you buy a home in a Deed restricted community it is very important that you familiarize yourself with the covenants and guidelines that you must follow. This will prevent any conflict with the Covenant enforcement group. The purpose of HOA Covenants? HOA’S serve a specific function - to govern and regulate the community with the goal of protecting or improving property values. One-way HOA’s do this is through creating and enforcing covenants/ guidelines. Examples of restrictive covenants: 17 Property Maintenance: The HOA will require you to maintain your lawn and landscaping as well as apply a fresh coat of paint to the exterior of your home as needed, along with other compliance guidelines. Exterior appearance: HOA’s commonly place limitations on the appearance of your home’s exterior. One of many items includes what color paint you can use, what you can hang on the exterior walls, or roofing shingle colors. Property Alterations and Additions: Many associations place restrictions on what you can change or add to the exterior of your property, any question or doubt contact your ARC committee. The HOA and the ARC serve to help all homeowners and the goal is to simplify the ARC process. To reach the HOA Directors as a group, email directors@lakeashtonhoa.org. Individual contact info for each officer is listed below. To report a violation, email compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org and include address, issue & photos. We look forward to serving all our residents with all their exterior changes. Also, people willing to join the ARC are always sought. LA (LW) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOD) Contact Information Management Company: Don Asher Michellette Ramos: manager@lakeashtonhoa.org President/Treasurer Bob Prowant president@lakeashtonhoa.org Vice President Nancy Baker vp@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary2 David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary3 Steve Hogan secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Holiday Shopping Tips (Courtesy of Law Enforcement) You can play a key role in preventing crime during the very busy shopping season! • Shop with family or friends. There is safety in numbers! • If shopping while dark, park in a well-lit area. Avoid poorly lighted sections of parking lots. • Lock your packages in the trunk and consider taking a quick trip home to unload periodically. • Keep vehicle doors locked and windows closed. • Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Pay for purchases with check, debit or credit card. • Try to avoid ATMs if at all possible. • Don’t try to carry too many packages to your vehicle. If needed, make multiple trips to not be overburdened leaving the opportunity of being caught off guard and vulnerable. • Be aware of surroundings. If you see something suspicious, call 9-1-1 immediately! • Shopping with grandchildren? Take their picture using your phone just before leaving the house so you have the most updated photo including clothing description in case you get separated. Enjoy your shopping, but be smart, be aware and be safe! CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg at 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). 18 AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty ✦ Same length as standard 4-passenger ✦ 2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 STORM SEASON Storm Season in Florida runs until November 30. All residents should be prepared for severe weather. Helpful storm preparation resources can be found at either Activities Desk. ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Recycling electronics is not only environmentally friendly, but it also helps keep your private information safe and secure! Placing a computer or cell phone in your trash can or in a dumpster leaves your information vulnerable to theft, and these days, it doesn't take an advanced hacker to crack a phone or laptop. Bring your electronics for drop-off beginning at 9 am on November 18. No drop-offs will be accepted after 12 pm. All hard drives will be shredded! Please drop off all electronics in the black bins in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The list of accepted items is provided at right. ITEMS ACCEPTED • Computers (Desktop/Tower) • Laptops • Hard Drives • Flat Screen Monitors • Printers • Copiers • DVD Players & VCRs • Modems • Cable/Satellite Boxes • USB, Video & Power Cords • Routers • Lead Acid NonSpillable Batteries • All Circuit Boards • UPS/Battery Backups • Cell Phones • Office Phones/Phone Systems • Insulated Cable/Wire • Video Games & Consoles • iPads/Tablets/EReaders • Keyboards/Mice • Stereo Equipment ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED • CRT Monitors • Televisions • Household Batteries • Glass Bulbs ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 19 AUTHORIZED DEALER

MOVI ES ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 NOVEMBER 1 — 3 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE GREATEST BEER RUN EVER 2022 | R | 2H 6MIN T o s h o w s u p p o r t f o r h i s neighborhood friends serving in Vietnam, Chickie Donohue (Zac Efron) decides to do something totally outrageous: travel to the frontline by himself to bring the soldiers a little piece of home -- their favorite can of American beer. However, what started as a well-meaning journey quickly turns into the adventure of a lifetime as Chickie confronts the reality of this controversial war and his reunions with his chi ldhood buddies thrust him into the complexities and responsibilities of adulthood. Based on an incredible true story, "The Greatest Beer Run Ever" is a heartfelt coming-of-age tale about friendship, loyalty and sacrifice. NOVEMBER 10 (NO MOVIES NOVEMBER 8 OR NOVEMBER 9) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT 2022 | R | 2H 28MIN All Quiet on the Western Front tells the gripping story of a young German soldier on the Western Front of World War I. Paul and his comrades experience first-hand how the initial euphoria of war turns into desperation and fear as they fight for their lives, and each other, in the trenches. The film from director Edward Berger is based on the world renowned bestseller of the same name by Erich Maria Remarque. 20 NOVEMBER 15 — 17 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM TOP GUN: MAVERICK 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 11MIN After thirty years, Maverick (Tom Cruise) is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads Top Gun's elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it. NOVEMBER 22 — 23 (NO MOVIES NOVEMBER 24) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM CATHERINE CALLED BIRDY 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 48MIN Teenage Lady Catherine (aka "Birdy") is eager to embrace life, but with her family's fortunes dependent on her marrying money, her future looks grim. Bent on avoiding wedlock, Birdy comes up with ever more inventive ways to ditch her prospects. NOVEMBER 29 — DECEMBER 1 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING (ADDITIONAL SHOWINGS OF THIS MOVIE WERE ADDED DUE TO CANCELLATIONS BECAUSE OF HURRICANE IAN) 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 5MIN Kya is an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years, rumors of the "Marsh Girl" haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately cast by the community as the main suspect. As the case unfolds, the verdict as to what actually happened becomes increasingly unclear, threatening to reveal the many secrets that lay within the marsh.

MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM NOVEMBER 4 THE MYTH OF FINGERPRINTS 1997 | R | 1H 31MIN Warren (Noah Wyle) returns home after a three-year absence and soon fal l s into the rhythms of hi s childhood: bickering with his siblings, hanging out with his stoner buddies and avoiding his strange, cold father. But when his ex-girlfriend reappears, she becomes the catalyst for a Thanksgiving that changes everything. An incredible ensemble cast, including Blythe Danner and Julianne Moore, depicts the complexities of life, love and family. NOVEMBER 11 TOP GUN 1986 | PG | 1H 49MIN The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick (Tom Cruise) is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman (Val Kilmer). But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood (Kelly McGillis). NOVEMBER 18 ALICE’S RESTAURANT 1969 | R | 1H 51MIN Arlo Guthrie plays himself in this film based on his song of the same name. After getting kicked out of college, Arlo decides to visit his friend Alice (Pat Quinn) for Thanksgiving dinner. After dinner is over, Arlo volunteers to take the trash to the dump, but finds 22 it closed for the holiday, so he just dumps the trash in the bottom of a ravine. This simple act of littering gets him arrested, and sends him on a bizarre journey that ends with him in front of the draft board. Also stars James Broderick, Patricia Quinn, Pete Seeger and Lee Hays. NOVEMBER 25 NO MOVIES — CLUBHOUSE OFFICES CLOSED DUE TO THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! GIVE AND RECEIVE. Donate $50 or more to charity and get hundreds off!* Get a... with a SAVE $200 UP TO * mattress set purchase 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 23 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL *See store for details. ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1407 10/22 WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED In Stock & Ready for Fast Delivery! $300 GIFT CARD

EVENTS 2023 SHOWCASE INFORMATIONAL MEETING By Karen Nelson 2023 must be near - Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation's informational meeting for the 2023 Showcase is scheduled for November 3 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This meeting is open to all LA residents — bring your vocal, dance, comedy, carpentry, sewing, production, backstage, box office, audio, lighting … and more ... talents, or learn or discover hidden talents! Learn what the excitement is about! P.S. - the 2023 Showcase itself will be on March 24 and 25, 2023, so save these dates too! LAVA USO DANCE By Jim Mecsics, LAVA Commander Lake Ashton residents are requested to “muster’ at the Health and Fitness Center Ballroom on November 4 at 1900 hrs (7 PM in civilian time) for an evening of excellent music, dancing, snacks and a chance to mingle with your neighbors for a great time. Music will be provided by Good Stuff band. There will be complimentary snacks, and you can bring your own refreshments and drinks. Tickets are on sale at both Activities Desks (check only) for $10, with the proceeds going to support the Lake Ashton Veterans Association programs. You do not need to be a veteran to join as everyone is welcome to enjoy a nostalgic trip to the USO Dance Days. VETERANS DAY CEREMONY There will be a LAVA Veterans Day Observance at the Veterans Memorial at 10 am on November 11. All residents are invited to attend this ceremony. NOVEMBER 9 6 - 9 PM CARRABBAS DINNER FOR 2 Carrabba’s will be offering two delicious Dinner for 2 options (see menu below) and you will have the choice of taking your meal to go or eating in the Ballroom on November 9 at 5 pm. Place your orders by 3 pm on November 8 by calling 863-293-6635. Payment will go directly to Carrabba’s and can be made by credit card over the phone at the time of ordering or by cash or credit card in person the day of. · 2 for $30 - Homemade Chicken Marsala with penne al pomodoro, side Caesar salad, and Carrabba’s signature bread · 2 for $25 – Homemade Lasagna with a side Caesar salad, and Carrabba’s signature bread · Add 1 cannoli for $1 per person · Add a 32oz pitcher of sangria (blackberry, peach, or classic red) for $25 If you eat in the Clubhouse Ballroom, stick around to check out Karaoke in the restaurant from 6 to 9 pm! KA R A O K E IN THE RESTAURANT WITH DJ WAYNE TICKETS: $3 PURCHASE AT THE CLUBHOUS E ACT I V I T I E S DE S K BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS & SNACKS! 25

Hats on F! Alzheimer’s Luncheon & Fashion Show November 9 at 11 am Clubhouse Ballroom Shopping - Lunch - Hat Contest All for a Good Cause! Tickets: $25 on sale October 10 at the Clubhouse Activities Office NEW! LA TRIVIA By David Fix Join in for Trivia at the Clubhouse November 13 from 7 to 9 pm in the Ballroom. Hopefully this will be a Resident to Resident evening of fun to be held on a weekly basis. Maximum number of players per team is six. Individuals are encouraged to come and join an open table. Cost is $1 per person to play with all money returned to the top three teams. Attendance will determine interest/ frequency of play. Three rounds of 10 questions will be played along with one final bonus question. Please come early as it will start promptly at 7 pm. BYOB! BYOSnacks! Hope to see you November 13! CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE By Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton December 11 ENTERTAINMENT: Micah Madore December 18 ENTERTAINMENT: Corey Greenway of Outta Hand Band Tickets: $3 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk BYOE - Bring Your Own Everything to the clubhouse RESTAURANT for music and fun! there will be FOOD TRUCKS in the parking lot Hello Lake Ashton friends! If you haven’t bought your tickets yet for the gala affair on December 9 in the beautifully decorated Clubhouse Ballroom, a few still remain at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $40! Put on that pretty dress and snappy suit with dancing shoes for a fun night! Cam’s Catering will present a buffet dinner including a Beef carving station, chicken cordon bleu, vegetable lasagna, potatoes, vegetable, garden salad, rolls, chocolate cake, apple pie, iced tea, water, and coffee. BYOB! Music will be provided by B.Haven, one of Central Florida's premier bands. JINGLE BELL JOG By David Fix The Lake Ashton Charity Jingle Bell Jog will be held December 5. This 5K (3.1 mile) course will start and finish in the Clubhouse East Parking Lot. Registration is closed but everyone is invited to watch and cheer! Donations are still being accepted for Victory Ridge Academy. HOLDAY GOLF CART PARADE By Carolyn Bishop Save the date: December 16 at 6 pm. A reception with refreshments will follow at the Clubhouse. Watch for more information. Volunteers are needed, please contact Carolyn Bishop at 919-606-8844. CALLING ALL CRAFTERS! By Judith Ridpath The LA Purple Stars, your Relay For Life Team, will be sponsoring a booth selling hand crafted items at the December 14 Lake Ashton Bi-Monthly Market. 100% of the proceeds of all donated items sold will go to the American Cancer Society. Items are needed to fill the booth. If you have a craft you enjoy, please consider making one to donate, and share this info with your crafty friends. There are a limited amount of supplies available to share if needed. The Purple Stars will also be contacting businesses in the area, asking for donations. Please contact Judy Ridpath at 650-678-1174 with any questions. SAVE THE DATES ! • December 20 - Menorah Lighting at 5:30 pm • January 17 – Lake Ashton’s Club Fair - All Lake Ashton Clubs, Groups, and Organizations are welcome! • January 21 – LA Cruise-In Car Show – Get ready to start those engines! • February 14 – Chapel of Love featuring Elvis! – Celebrate Valentines Day with the King! • February 21 – Mardi Gras Party – Y’all gonna pardi hardi! Goodbye 2022 … Hello 2023! The place to be to welcome 2023 is the Clubhouse Ballroom! Bid adieu to 2022 with a Rockin’ New Year’s Eve Party held from 7 pm to midnight on December 31 with a Times Square theme for a casual, fun, confetti-covered feel. Enjoy New York style food stations (Italian sausage and peppers, roast beef bruschetta, ceviche, pizza logs, pasta, fruit and cheese, cheesecake), two bands, photo booths (360 degree and regular) sponsored by Lake Ashton Resales, noisemakers, and a champagne toast at midnight. Don’t forget to BYOB! Rise and shine the next morning (or early afternoon), and make your way to the Clubhouse Ballroom for a delicious and plentiful buffet style brunch from 11 am to 2 pm! Bring your own drinks and champagne … OJ for mimosas provided, along with lots of hot coffee! Tickets are $50 for the New Year’s Eve Party and $30 for the New Year’s Day brunch, or attend both events for $75! CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have a chili cook-off as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 20, 2023 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This event was held last year and was a great success. There will be twenty different chilis, cornbread, water and a baked goods table. There will be separate sign up sheets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the chili cookers and baked goods which should be individually wrapped for the dessert table. Tasting tickets can also be purchased at the Clubhouse — 12 Tickets for a $10 donation, limited to 200 strips of 12. Each ticket allows you to taste one chili, so you should buy 24 tickets to taste all of them. Corn bread, water and dessert table are cash sales, $1/item. Don't miss this chance to warm up with many varieties of chili. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. 2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKETS Those who renewed their season tickets can exchange for a different showtime or seat selection based on availability, on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning at 9 am November 1 through November 4 at 5 pm. Upgrades/exchanges can be made over the phone with a credit card but in person sales will be processed prior to phone sales. Tickets can only be exchanged by the named season ticket holder. New season tickets will be on sale November 14 through December 22. Tickets can be purchased over the phone with a Visa or MasterCard.

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The LALGA welcomes the Snowbirds back to Lake Ashton. The courses are full of excitement with our returning friends and neighbors. The event calendar is plenty full starting with the LALGA Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Golf Tournament on November 8. Please support this cause by playing and sponsoring the event. You may also purchase raffle tickets for the over 150 raffle prizes. In addition, there will be a silent auction for everything from golf cart batteries to private golf courses to boat cruises. Purchasing pink ribbons, socks, shoelaces, water bottles and memory bouquets for $5 each will also help the cause. The league thanks all involved in advance for your continued support. The opening day luncheon is set for the following week, November 15. In addition to opening day, please note the following important 2022-2023 dates: December 13 – Holiday Luncheon; January 16-17 Solheim Cup; February 13-14 MemberMember; March 28-29 LALGA-LAMGA; and April 11 – Closing Day Luncheon. The Martinis, Mulligans and Munchies Tournament will be rescheduled for the spring. Unfortunately, Hurricane Ian made it impossible to host the event this year. The league is looking forward to this event and several others next spring and summer. We Care for Kids has their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive through November 10. Canned meats, canned tuna and salmon, peanut butter, jelly (no glass), canned or dry soups, canned stews and chili, tea bags, coffee (ground no beans), canned pasta, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned pasta (Spaghetti “O’s”), hot and cold cereals, rice, cake mixes, pancake mix, syrup, powdered milk, packaged pasta (macaroni & cheese, etc.), juice boxes, canned Juices, canned beans, spam, canned gravy, granulated sugar, baby food & cereal (glass jars accepted), baby formula (Enfamil/Similac), granola bars, and cereal bars will be accepted. All food will be distributed to The Care Center of Lake Wales and The Mission of Winter Haven. 28 Contact Nancy Zografos at 863.318.1739 or nancyzog@icloud.com for more information. Thank you in advance for your support. Toys for Tots will be in December. The LALGA wishes all a Happy Thanksgiving! Spotlight on Renée Hicks: Renée was raised on a wheat farm near South Haven, Michigan. She attended a one-room school house from kindergarten through seventh grade. Renée attended Ferris State College in Big Rapids, Michigan where she met her first husband. They married in November of 1969 and, as he was in the service, they moved to San Antonio and then to Okinawa. They have two children who currently live in Michigan. After their divorce in 1991, Renée continued raising the children as a single mom for ten years. In late 1999 Renée met her now husband of 22 years, Tom, and they were married in October of 2000 and lived on a mountain near Front Royal, Virginia. Tom and Renée worked at the State Department and U.S. Department of Agriculture, respectively, in Washington, D.C. until they retired. Seven years ago Tom and Renée decided they had had enough of the cold weather and snow and moved into her mom’s former home in Lake Region Village, near Haines City. After Hurricane Irma and the continuing threat of hurricanes, they decided to move into a more stable environment and chose Lake Ashton, building their new home, and moving here in August of 2021. Renée initially joined the Niners. She played a Mixers event with Dawn Neigh and Dawn suggested that she play with the LALGA. She has thoroughly enjoyed playing with both groups but loves the competitiveness of the LALGA. Renée and Tom have been playing golf consistently since 2003 and she and Tom have golfed all over the world including Ireland, Jamaica, and Mexico. She has played several times at The TPC Sawgrass. Renée and Tom enjoy traveling, reading, billiards and computers and she likes walking, biking, and cooking. Welcome Renée to the LALGA! LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Here’s hoping all of you survived Hurricane Ian with minimal impact. To date, the East course continues to struggle with water accumulation and limited use of all 18-holes (1-4 are still closed and 5-8 still have cart path water issues). Opening Day was pushed back to October 18 and our winter starting time returned to 9:30 am. Full update in the next issue! Just a few reminders as we swing into our winter season: please wear your name tags as we have a LOT of new members. Arrive early/timely (20 minutes before league start time) to find your partners and hear the morning announcements. Always be on the lookout for wet areas on both courses – it might be a while for them to completely dry out. Dues needs to be paid prior to league play, and a new membership form needs to accompany your dues. Looking forward to playing with all of you! Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! LAMGA By Paul Fichtman LAMGA’s October was highlighted by Sponsor Appreciation Day on October 19 where the largest “super” sponsors and Lake Ashton volunteers, who went way above normal in their donations to our annual Member/Guest tournament, were invited to play golf and/or have lunch in the Eagle’s Nest. These super sponsors include: Amerity Financial/ Burris Warner; Art’s Golf Cars; Red Hoagland Hyundai; Snowbird Heating and Cooling and; Chris Bruser, Reverse Mortgage Specialist – Mutual of Omaha. LAMGA Board elections are being held in November. The winners of the election will be announced at the Annual Meeting/Luncheon December 7. In addition to the super-sponors honored October 19, the following automotive dealers and Golf Services/Cart companies are also thanked for their generous support of the Member/ Guest tournament: Hill Nissan; Lake Wales Chrysler/ Dodge/Jeep Ram; Ridge Quality Motors; Winter Haven Chrysler, Dodge /Jeep/ Ram; Bargain Carts; Brewer Sales & Service; Lake Ashton Golf Management and; Lake Ashton Ladies Golf Association. A list of all sponsors is posted on the LAMGA web site, Lake Ashton Living, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of September includes: Jim Simpson - $175.55; Donn Yasz - $154.10; Duff Hill - $146.35; Dan Baun - $136.90; Steve Morgan - $136.55; John Candler - $132.35; Gerry Krogman - $129.50; Paul Panone - $126.75; Tom Murphy - $118.90 and; Norm Wilderson - $116.10. Thanks, once again, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for their continued sponsorship of this very popular annual contest. 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CLUBS BOLLA By Linda Warden Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton has had a busy summer getting blankets and ponchos ready for delivery to the local Polk County Schools for for fall. A BIG thank you to the delivery team this year Chris Crane, Kate Delles, Barb Aull, Diane Taylor, Lynne Judd, Beth Wagner and Alice Hearn. The elementary schools have received 240 blankets and 90 ponchos. The group has also delivered 425 blankets to several Polk County Agencies that serve children and teens in crisis. Before the Christmas season BOLLA will deliver another 330 blankets to other Polk County Agencies and of course we always give blankets for the Lake Wales Care Center Christmas Tree here at Lake Ashton. If you have a little time on Monday afternoon come to the Clubhouse Craft Room at 1 pm to tie knots and prepare blankets. No sewing required! Also please save the date for the Trash to Treasure sale March 17 and 18, 2023. LA BELLES By Pam Straws The LA Belles November luncheon will be held on November 30 at 12:30 pm at L’Incontro Italian Restaurant on Hwy 60 in Lake Wales. The menu will be a three course lunch with your choice of pasta, chicken or fish for $14. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Hosted by Pam Straws. Hope to see you there! LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis Baffled at what happened to a once thriving plant? Attended a garden show or seminar and would like to share? Join the LA Ashton Garden Club on November 9 at 10 am in the Pavilion. After a presentation it's not unusual for members to begin discussions on many plant issues. Last month Sil Wells and Pam Klawinski demonstrated how to create a flower arrangement placed on a frame. The use of double sided velcro made it interchangeable, depending on seasons. In addition members discussed future meetings, including the one in November. Pumpkin and succulent fans should plan on attending for a chance to participate in a prize drawing. Sil Wells will demonstrate how to create a reusable Fall Themed succulent display. It'll be available for the drawing after the meeting. Come and share your expertise, garden problems, solutions or just socialize. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their next monthly meeting November 3 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The November speaker is Steve Whitaker from Victory Ridge Academy, a public charter school serving special needs children with communication deficits, emotional/behavioral challenges, and physical disabilities. The school serves students with a variety of special needs. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will hold their annual Christmas Party December 3. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be provided by the Catering Company and guests will dance to music provided by Wayne, LA’s favorite DJ. The party begins at 5:30 pm at the Clubhouse. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office for $25 (check payable to LARC). The last day to purchase tickets is November 22. For more information, please contact Brenda Bush-Sayre at bbs1954@icloud.com or 813-313-9911. Don’t forget to vote on November 8! Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work BEST HOME SELLING EXPERIENCE Brad's assistance in selling our home was first rate. His homework ahead of time, his understanding of the market, and his knowledge of the area is unsurpassed. His write-up and the professional pictures showed the true beauty of our home. His care and compassion for people stood out as he walked us through the selling process from beginning to closing. We highly recommend Brad to assist you in selling your home. Please call him. Verified by RateMyAgent Bill, Dee, and Princess Leia Schaal 11 AUGUST 2022 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

ADVANCED BOCCE LEAGUE POTLUCK DINNER By Vicki Creek The annual Advanced Bocce League Potluck Dinner will be held at the HFC on December 2 from 4 to 6 pm. If you are already a member of the Advanced Bocce League or are interested in joining you are invited to attend. Everyone please bring a covered dish along with your own beverages, plates and silverware. If you plan to a t t e n d p l e a s e R S V P t o V i c k i C r e e k at vlcreek@gmail.com. “Many A Friendship Has Been Made On The Bocce Courts.” LA PICKLEBALL By Lisa Savala Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America and Lake Ashton has a pickleball club - LAPA (Lake Ashton Pickleball Association). Membership is $10 per person per year, or three years for $25. The money is used for pickleball events, balls, windsocks, and various court equipment, etc. To join the club, simply stop by the LA Clubhouse (not HFC) and fill out the membership form and bring a check made out to LAPA. If you haven’t been by the pickleball courts lately, you need to stop by and see the beautiful newly resurfaced courts! A new net was also installed on Court 3. The club is very thankful the LAIICDD agreed to improve this very popular community amenity. If you are new to Lake Ashton or new to pickleball and want to learn the game, Dennis Santino will be offering a “Newbie Clinic” on November 7 and 14 from 11 am to 12:30 pm on Courts 3 & 4. He has asked that attendees be able to attend both sessions. Space is limited to the first 12 who sign up! Sign up by emailing Coach Dennis at coachdennis@myyahoo.com Paddles will be provided. The LAPA annual meeting is planned for November 30 at the Clubhouse beginning at 5 pm with a potluck dinner and the meeting to follow. LA Pickleball Association Officers: President Chuck Caesar Vice President Sue Morris Treasurer Lisa Savala Secretary Becky Wilson Email: lakeashtonpickleball@gmail.com BOOK CLUB By Judi Saint-Sommer And Still They Came, the Florida Saga Guest author: Robert James Connors The Book Club invites all residents to this presentation on December 6 at 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. Have you ever wondered, how Florida became such a Mecca for development? Join the book club in hearing stories of the last 200 years of development and conflicts. Special guest author, Robert James Connors, will share stories from his book, as well as a story that includes the very land Lake Ashton was developed on. His history is spun through the eyes of one family, with roots to the native Seminoles to development ties of the Keys bridge, railroads, and even Bok Tower. Mr. Connors, born in Chicago, Illinois, has published more than 1,000 human-interest stories, features and commentaries. He is a former magazine managing editor, journalist, newspaper editorial writer and former Florida County Commissioner. He and his wife Susan reside in Lake Wales. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Hard to believe that the holiday season is already here. November is the time to think about pumpkins and turkeys, family and friends, and what we feel grateful for and thankful about. The group’s rock painting revolves around themes related to the upcoming holidays and their colors. Rocks are hidden around Lake Ashton to fulfill the mission: “one message at just the right moment can change someone’s entire day, outlook, and life.” LA Rockers continues to meet in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Various members will continue to share their skills as we paint and schmooze with our Rocker friends. Newcomers are always welcome and you will be lent the supplies you will need for your first meeting. But if you are new PLEASE contact either MJ Richards (mjmr i chards517@gma i l . com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) before coming so that supplies can be prepared for you, and you can be contacted if a meeting has to be canceled. To enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join the next meetings on November 2, 16, and 30. If a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group page on Facebook. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In October, the group discussed several outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for dinners and lunches during October, Lunch at the Cherry Pocket Steak and Seafood and dinner at Tanners. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month will return to the Pavilion. The Group also decided to purchase Christmas gifts for 12 Senior Orphans. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on November 6. LA TRAVELERS By Carolyn Bishop Welcome home to all seasonal travelers! Stories from Maine to California and Mexico to Alaska are being shared by many members during the Social on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The LA Travelers Annual Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, and will take place in the Restaurant at 2:30 pm. It is essential for members to attend this once a year meeting where officers will be elected and other valuable information will be shared. Tickets for the Holiday Dinner Party December 4 will also go on sale at this meeting. Tickets are $30 for members and $40 for their guests. Many fun rallies are coming up in the 2023 season so come join the group on Tuesdays to hear all about them. MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Kathy Keding A big hello to all friends from the Great Lake State! The Michigan Potluck is on the schedule for Sunday, January 8, 2023, from 4 to 8 pm at the HFC. Lots of fun is in store for everyone! Bring your Michigan knowledge and a dish to pass. Sign up sheets will be posted at the HFC and the Clubhouse starting November 1. Looking forward to meeting you!

DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Restaurant from 12:45 pm until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Instruction is given preceding the game, beginning at 11:45 am. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse Information Wall. A partner is required. For help finding a partner or for more information contact Dfuller627@yahoo.com. September 19: North/South: 1st George Rogers & Ralph Ritter, 2nd Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier, 3rd Don Fuller & Jim Ford; East/West: 1st Jeanine Connors & Chris Verges, 2nd Nelda Sedlacek & Judy Marine, 3rd Janis & Frank Vasquenza September 26: 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford, 2nd Graham Littlehales & Marian Oshinsky, 3rd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers, 4th (tie) Janis Vazquenza & Liz Leigh with Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson October 3: 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford, 2nd Dana Cunningham & Judy Robinson, 3rd (Tie) Ralph Ritter & George Rogers with Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson October 10: North/South 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford, 2nd Dana Cunningham & Judy Robertson, 3rd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; East/West 1st Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier, 2nd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers 3rd Linda & Carl Boast October 17: North/South 1st Dana Cunningham & Judy Robertson, 2nd Don Fuller & Jim Ford, 3rd Dee & Howard Mayne; East/West 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier, 3rd Chris Verges and Jeannine Connors. TUESDAY PARTY & SOCIAL BRIDGE By George Rogers Winners of the last 5 weeks are: September 13: Kathy Ryan, Dee Mayne, Chip Inman, and Elaine Inman September 20: Elaine Inman, Mafie Walker, George Rogers, and Berta Rogers September 27: Chris Verges, Gayle Rogers, Howard Mayne, and Liz Leigh October 4: Dee Mayne, Kathy Ryan, Howard Mayne, and Carl Boast October 11: Janis Vasqueza, Carl Boast, Kathy Ryan, and George Rogers This is a talkative group. We discuss bidding and play following many hands. All bridge players are welcome. Please contact George Rogers at georgerogers4321@gmail.com or at 419-708-3320 or if unavailable contact Liz Leigh at 813-288-0809. MAH JONGG By Myrna Soberman Looking for Mah Jongg players with one to two years or more experience to join this group on W e d n e s d a y afternoons at the HFC from 2 to 4 pm. For further information, please contact myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 35

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Despite swimmers out of water, due to heater fuel issues in October, the LA Swim Cl ub membe r s , whether they are fitness or competitive swimmers, have found ways to keep in shape. Different ones have been s po t t ed a t t he outdoor pool, both fitness centers, walking, and riding bikes. This extra activity has been especially important for those aiming for the Golden Age Games in Sanford on November 6 and the Florida Senior Games in Temple Terrace December 3 & 4. To compete in the Florida Senior Games, one must place in the top five in a regional meet. It's exciting to announce that The LA Swim Club is proud to be a Platinum sponsor of the LA Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament in support of breast cancer research. IN MEMORIAM Frank Duffy, a longtime resident, recently passed away. His wife, Geri Duffy, donated a bench and the golf group Frank played with helped with the dedication on the driving range (pictured below). The bench (pictured above) is placed on the range for all to see, enjoy, and remember Frank. Frank was an excellent golfer, a former Illinois State Amateur Champion, and a fun guy to be with. He is sorely missed, but we take comfort in knowing he is in a better place. All are encouraged to get and stay fit. Did you know that even at 55 and over your muscles can get stronger? All are invited to join in the LA Swim Club workouts: Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am in the HFC Indoor Pool. There is no membership fee. The only prerequisite is the ability to swim at least 1 length of the pool of one or more of the standard strokes ( i .e. f ront crawl /f reestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, or butterfly). Come swim with us! LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting is November 16 at 6:30 PM in the Ballroom, near the stage. The LAVA Auxiliary is a group of your friends and neighbors who support the military through fund raising as well as simple actions like sending holiday cards to those serving abroad, donating clothing and other items to veteran nursing homes as well as the annual Girl Scout Cookie drive for the military. Consider attending this month’s meeting! THANK YOU LAKE ASHTON NEIGHBORS! Although the craft fair had not happened at the time of this writing, I can say that based on the number of volunteers, both from current LAVA Auxiliary as well as the many neighbors who have offered to help, it was a great success! There was a waiting list of interested vendors. If you are Interested in being a vendor for our 2023 Craft Fair, please call Chris Graves at 863.514-5368 or Joan DiBattista at 863. 662-4746. Thank you to all veterans and those serving in the military both here and abroad for the sacrifices that they make to protect everyone’s freedoms! God Bless America! CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The October meeting kicked off the 2022 – 2023 season. A lot of good suggestions were made as to potential club activities. Plans will be developed for member photo outings to Bok Tower, Gatorland and other locations. Arrangements for guest speakers to attend club meetings are also being pursued. With the return of the snowbirds, this should be another good season for sharing the enjoyment of photography. The LA Camera Club is open to all residents. Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. As always, you are encouraged to bring along a few pictures on a USB drive to share with the group. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl If you are interested in finding those long lost ancestors, consider joining the Genealogy Club for the next meeting at the HFC Craft Room on Wednesday, November 9 at 2 pm. The "theme" of the meeting will be "FREE". Genealogy websites that will help you find records and resources and are also FREE will be explored. Please bring your stories and questions to share with this friendly group. For more information, please call Jane at 815-545-6655. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

MIND&BODY UNDERSTANDING A STROKE & WHAT TO LOOK FOR Have you ever wondered about the warning signs of a stroke or the importance of early evaluations? Stop by the HFC Community Center, Wednesday, November 9, at 12:30 pm for a presentation on how to understand a stroke and what to look for. He will be able to answer any of your questions and so much more. Sign up in the HFC Lobby. FLU SHOTS Flu shots will be facilitated by Walgreens on Monday, November 14 from 8:30 to 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Bring your insurance card. PLANTING FOR POLLINATORS Join UF/IFAS Extension Polk County experts on November 16 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom for a class with tips on planting your garden to support pollinators! They will share plant suggestions and tips for increasing habitat in your yard. A minimum of 25 participants required. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION / MUS IC HISTORY SERIES There are still five seats open for the classical music history program Mondays at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. November and December sessions will cover the great works of the Baroque era (1600 - 1750) by 16 composers with special attention on Antonio Vivaldi, Domenico Scarlatti, George Frideric Handel and Johann Sebastian Bach. Lake Ashton resident Ken Hoffman, who has nine years experience teaching music history to seniors at the Continuing Education Department at the University of North Florida, explains the music and the historical events that influenced the composers of the era. Learn about many renowned musicians, past and present, while viewing films of them playing the music. Class discussion is encouraged. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wal l. Check out BaroqueMasters.blogspot.com for more information. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT An all-encompassing Caregiver Support Group facilitated by the Alzheimer's Association will be held on November 15 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This group is for Caregivers and Care partners of people living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, Cancer, and Diabetes. People who are living with the disease are welcome to attend with their care partner. This support group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for everyone to develop a support system. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. WHAT’S THE BUZZ ABOUT BEES? Join friends and neighbors on November 18 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom for a fun yet educational presentation on honey bees from our friends at Happy Hives. Learn how honey is collected and processed for use in different products, the art of beekeeping, and how mighty of an impact small honey bees have on our environment. Don't forget to BYOB. There will also be a fully functioning observation bee hive as well! You’ll want to BEE there! Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Save the Date for December’s Think & Drink: Empowered Success to Living a Healthy Life December 28 at 6 pm in the Ballroom. BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE Are you curious about acupuncture and its benefits? Are you wanting to know more about the process and if it is the right choice for you? Stop by the HFC Community Center on Tuesday, November 29 at noon to get your questions answered by a specialist in acupuncture. Sign up today at the HFC Lobby.

YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am Intermediate: Tuesdays at 8:10 pm, Thursdays at 10:10 am Clubhouse Ballroom IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Date & Time: Thursdays, 1 p.m. Beginning October 20 Location: HFC Community Center HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (305-725-4946) Thursdays from 3 to 4 pm with a glass of ? afterwards (BYOB). Meet at the HFC basketball court for lots of fun and energy. No need for previous dance experience or to be in attendance weekly. LA DANCE CLASSES - WALTZ Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Mondays in November from 4:30 to 5:30 in the HFC Community Room. FREE! No partner needed! There will be no Dance Classes in December. Dance Classes will resume in January 2023. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone returns October 1 and is held every Saturday at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. LA STEPPERS The popular fitness class from the 90’s is also popular here in Lake Ashton, and will continue this fall on Thursdays, October 6, November 3, and December 1 at 5 pm in the HFC Community Room. Class duration is 1 hour. Prior to class there will be a refresher of basic steps. Participants must bring their own step. There is no charge for this class. Certified Instructor is LA Resident Sue Fitzgerald. Questions? Call Sue at 904-566-2846. CALLING ALL TAPPERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard Tap Jammers is a fun group of tappers who gather weekly to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. Tap Jammers meet on Friday mornings at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage beginning October 7. Please note: These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. LAKE ASHTON MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - KICKOFF You are invited to join the interesting and thought provoking LA Men’s Bible Study Group that meets every Tuesday, with Fellowship from 10 to 10:30 am, and Discussion from 10:30 to noon. The group is nondenominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. Meet face-to-face at the HFC Craft Room or via a Zoom connection if you prefer not to meet face-to-face. This fall the group will be starting Romans, generally reading one chapter and discussing questions pertaining to that chapter. There is an open, positive, educational, and voluntary dialogue. You don’t need to be a theologian to join. You’ll find that as you examine your faith, you’ll learn more about God and yourself. Please contact Bob Ring, 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com or Jim Brendemuehl, 815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com. HOLIDAY CARD MAKING CLASS Instructor: Donna Rorick Sign up to make three holiday cards on Wednesday, November 30 at 1 pm at the Clubhouse. Instruction will be provided, from beginner to expert. All supplies and equipment are included. No experience necessary. The cost is $10 for three cards. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office with a check payable to Donna Rorick. Call Donna at 410-937-9601 with any questions or further detail. FUSED GLASS PLATE & MORE November 11 from 10 am to 1 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room Cost: $35, includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing, & art glass. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall - limited to 12 people FUSED GLASS JEWELRY November 17 from 9 am to noon at the HFC Cost: $35, includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing, & art glass. Sign up at the HFC CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr November 12 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Pumpkin Patch $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on November 11 CELEBRATE THE SEASONS! Beginners can sign up to learn to paint with watercolor with artist Freddie Combs. Join these half day classes to create a painting décor for holiday use. Complete an entire painting in a matter of hours. Class is November 11 at 12:45 in the HFC Craft Room. $30 per session, or $40 with materials included (must be requested in advance). Sign up at the HFC Activities Desk to secure a spot and receive a list of supplies. CREATE A CARD Please join us on November 15 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10:00 am and noon. The cost is $10.00. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join us for creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions or further detail.

BRUSHES & BEVERAGES Create your own Holiday wall painting! For $35, each painter will receive a 16x20 canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, and step-by-step instructions. This event will take place on December 2 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Don’t forget to bring your favorite wine or other beverages to enjoy while painting your holiday masterpiece! Reserve your spot at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by November 22 with a check made out to Sheila Vertoli. You won’t want to miss this, a maximum of 30 people can sign up but a minimum of 10 people are needed! BEADED WIRE ORNAMENTS Join the Art of beading on December 1 at 12 pm to create your very own beaded ornament for only $5. Learn how to manipulate wire into Holiday shapes using templates while adding your own beaded flair! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office by November 21. GRAPEVINE HOLIDAY WREATHMAKING CLASS No matter what Holiday you celebrate, all are welcome to make a beautiful wreath on December 5 at 11 am. All instructions and supplies will be provided for $15, you can’t even get a storebought wreath for that! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office by Monday, November 28. GIFT WRAPPING & HOLIDAY BOWS CLASS If you’ve ever looked upon perfectly or artistically wrapped gifts with envy, now you can learn how to do it yourself! For only $5, you too can learn handson how to add some flair to your gift wrapping on December 7 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. You can even learn how to make those gorgeous holiday bows that adorn gifts, wreaths, and more! Your bows and wrapped gifts will be the envy of all this Holiday Season! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 11 am — 2 pm CLUBHOUSE patio, garden & parking lot Vendors & Crafters - Fun Fall Food - Carnival & Outdoor Games - Horseshoes - Face Painting - Caricatures - Pet Adoptions Food trucks will be on site - BYOB! All games and activities are completely free thanks to the following sponsors: Art's Golf Cars, Core Rehabilitation, Family Elder Law, Matt Simpson - Edward Jones, and Powur Energy - Hector Gomez Follow the Yellow Brick Road through LAPAC’s GIANT FALL MAZE FUNDRAISER November 12 10 am to 6 pm The entire Clubhouse Ballroom will be transformed into the Land of Oz … make your way through the maze, have a chance to win a Turkey in a Turkey Trot, and get some fall treats and entertainment! $15 tickets are sold in 30 minute time slots at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Bring a check payable to LAPAC.

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter October 2022 Breast Cancer Awareness Month + Party in Pink Dueling Pianos Show + Tea for Tatas + Breast Cancer Walk + Pink Ribbon Dance & Golf Tournament see p. 25 Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES November Issue Deadline: October 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. OCTOBER 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. OCTOBER 3 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Featured Speaker: Lake Wales Main Street Updates • Featured Vendors: ComForCare and Amerity Financial OCTOBER 10 • Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Applied Aquatic Answers Your Aquatic Management Questions • Featured Vendors: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson OCTOBER 17 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday — monthly collection of nonperishable items for a local food bank OCTOBER 24 • Blast from the Past with David Harrison • Featured Speaker: Winter Haven Optimist Group • Featured Vendor: State Farm - Kevin Weltlin • Bloodmobile will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot from 8 to 11 am OCTOBER 31 • Trick or Treat at Monday Coffee • Featured Speaker: Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce and EDC • Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Melissa Kincaid IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 16 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 32 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 42 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, October 17, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom Joint Meeting to Follow LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, October 21, 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily Stop by the Activities Office to put in an application if you are inter ested in volunteering in any of the following positions at the Clubhouse. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know more about what goes on behind the scenes. • Activities Desk Volunteer • Event Set-up • Event Break-down • Other Event Support GET A NAME BADGE Wouldn't it be wonderful if everybody sitting at your table is wearing a name badge? We all have our Lake Ashton ID badge, but this one with just your name and the LA logo is attractive and easy to read. The cost is only $15, check only, payable to LA Purple Stars. The order forms are at the Clubhouse and the HFC and all proceeds are a donation to the American Cancer Society. 6 NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: October 12 and 26 from 8:30 to 11:30 am Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 8:30 to 11:30 am BOOKMOBILE October 12 and 26, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot FOOD TRUCKS In the Clubhouse West Parking Lot - stay tuned to media for additions, changes, and menus! 10/04 - Topsy's 4 - 7:30 pm 10/09 - Top Dog - 2:30 - 6:30 pm 10/13 - DonutNV - 2 - 5 pm 10/14 - Smokin' Oak - 4:30 - 8 pm 10/18 - K&E 3:30 - 7 pm 10/23 - Topsy's 2:30 - 6:30 pm 10/24 - Top Dog 11 am - 6 pm 10/27 - Smokin' Oak - 7 - 7:30 pm 10/28 - Topsy's - 4 - 7:30 pm NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is November 11 at 2 pm in the HFC. Sign up at either Activities Desk. Stay tuned to blast emails for future dates. SIGN UP FOR BLAST EMAILS Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or scan this QR code with your smartphone to be directed to the website where you can sign up to receive electronic news blasts from the Clubhouse and HFC, Eagle’s Nest, and/or Pro Shop. If you are no longer receiving emails but were signed up previously, email valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. 7

LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Welcome back to those that were traveling over the summer. Fall is in full swing in Lake Ashton with pumpkins and brightly colored leaves displayed throughout the Clubhouse and activity calendars bulging with fun! In this edition of the LA Times (and every issue for that matter) it is apparent why Haven Magazine in Winter Haven named Lake Ashton as the “Best Retirement Community” in their Best of Haven Home 2022 issue. Supervisors and Staff work hard to ensure there is a robust offering of classes and activities for residents to enjoy and amenities are kept in tip top shape. With that being said there are resident feedback forms located outside of the Community Director's Office and Facility Repair Forms located in each amenity room in the Clubhouse. Please complete a form if you notice something in need of repair and submit feedback concerning your experiences at the Clubhouse. Staff is here for you...to make your events go off without a hitch, to help advertise and promote your group activities, and to ensure you live your best retirement life. With the return of summer travelers traffic counts will begin to increase in Lake Ashton. With that being said please be sure to take your time when maneuvering throughout the community. Be sure to wear reflective clothing when walking or biking during hours when light is limited and always walk facing traffic. Please see page 20 for more information on how to keep our streets and residents safe. Please remember storm season runs until November 30. All residents should be prepared for severe weather. Helpful storm preparation resources can be found at either Activities Desk. Be mindful of lightning monitors throughout the community and seek shelter when needed. Supervisors met on September 19 to discuss the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Restaurant services at the Lake Ashton Clubhouse. The RFP has been sent to several interested parties and industry professionals. In addition, a not to exceed amount of $2,000 was approved to advertise the RFP in local trade journals. The Restaurant Lease Agreement will be discussed at a later date. Maintenance agreements for pool maintenance, aquatic management, security, and landscape maintenance were presented and all were renewed subject to adding language requiring pricing increases be submitted 90 days prior to renewal date. A cost savings analysis was presented and staff will continue to work on additional areas for savings. Please refer to the Community Director report for detailed information. Options to refurbish the landscape along Lake Ashton Blvd. were presented and additional options will be presented at the October Board of Supervisors meeting. A wrap up report of additional actions was sent out via email on September 25. All residents are encouraged to attend. The meetings can be attended in person or via Zoom. 8 9 ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1381 6/22

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com October usually ushers in cooler weather, and the HFC fundraising drive for breast cancer. Wearing pink will get you points toward a price for “the most pink appearances in October”. We’ll have a honor/memory wall with names of individuals affected by this cruel disease. The Breast Cancer Walk on October 7th. will also be attended by Sheriff Grady Judd. The breakfast to follow will be the reward for the walkers who finish. There are two routes this year. One is ¾ mile long and the other is 1 ½ mile long. The Rusty Trumpet Dance on the 14th. It is a Halloween Dance, but a portion of the take at the door will go to our general fund for the Lake Ashton breast cancer donations. The donations for the month will be donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida and will be reported in an eblast and next month’s newsletter article. The LA II Board of Supervisors met on September 16th and Warren Construction received the winning bid for the HFC roof replacement. The District Engineer will be reviewing the contract in detail before work begins. Landscaping services will have a review completed for the October meeting. A new security golf cart will be purchased with FY 2023 funds. As I write this article, the weather is daunting…Ian is scheduled to be in Florida this week. Here’s knowing we were prepared, but not needed to be so. LA II CDD Candidate Forum LA West residents are encouraged to attend the upcoming 2022 Forum on Wednesday, October 26. Roy Aull and Duff Hill, who want to fill Seat 1 on our CDD II Board of Supervisors, will be participating in this event. The forum will begin promptly at 1:00 p.m. and will conclude no later than 2:30 p.m. As elected officials, members of our CDD Board of Supervisors hold important positions within our community. They are responsible for how our community is managed and how assessment funds are spent. Therefore, LA West residents are urged to submit questions they have for these candidates to mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com or by depositing them into the Forum Question Box provided at the HFC. Remember to include your name and address on your questions. All questions must be submitted by noon on October 19. 10 11

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT: LAKE ASHTON SUPPORTS OUR SPECIAL OLYMPIANS Did you know that there is no upper age limit to participate in Special Olympics? That’s right. White hair and baldness grace the crowns of many of Polk County’s Special Olympians, volunteers, coaches, and unified partners. The photo above shows the participants in the LASSO Bowling Rec League: Seated L-R: Josh Peek and Colton Morosky. Standing L-R: Mike Lopez, Mary Morosky, Rick Buckingham, Ricky Lopez, Jonathan Barrell, Scott Sharak, and Paul Morosky. The athletes are proudly wearing their blue ribbons—earned at the County and Area games. Polk County has a robust Special Olympics bowling program, and Lake Ashton’s LASSO Rec League helps to foster our resident participants, their families, and friends. Other residents of Lake Ashton have stepped forward to show their support by coaching and encouraging our athletes along their journey. A special shout out goes to resident Dennis Yenor who has devoted significant time in support of our athletes at Lake Ashton Lanes, at Polk County practices, and even at the competitions. On any given day, you will likely see Lake Ashton’s very own Jonathan Barrell at the Clubhouse bowling alley where he spends countless hours honing his skills. All that practice really paid off, as he won first place in the State Bowling Competition in September, along with Shawn Squires. Congratulations! Special Olympics strives to create a better world by fostering the acceptance and inclusion of all people. Through the power of sports, people with intellectual disabilities discover new strengths and abilities, skills and success. Our athletes find joy, confidence and fulfillment—on the playing field and in life. Thank you, Lake Ashton, for embracing our unique residents and fostering opportunities for them to participate in the community. To learn more about some lifestyle enhancing opportunities for our special residents and their parents, caregivers, or community friends to gather socially and engage in healthy activities right here in Lake Ashton, email Mary at morosky.m@gmail.com. DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECKS Residents and guests entering via the visitors gate at either entrance to Lake Ashton should be prepared to show their driver's license when checking in with the Security Officer on duty. This is done to confirm the identity of the person entering the community. This is a procedure designed to add an additional level of security for residents' peace of mind and by no means meant to be intrusive. Questions regarding security procedures can be directed to Robert Plummer, LACDD Supervisor, at rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com or Jim Mecsics, LAIICDD Supervisor, at mecsicsj@msn.com 12 13

BOWLING LANES REMINDERS • Open Bowling is available on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. The lanes are available on a first come, first served basis and leagues are not booked on these dates. • Reservations can be made by all residents on days that are not listed as open bowling. Please see Sheila Moreland in the Club Office to reserve the number of lanes needed for Tuesday - Friday play. • Bowling shoes are required when using the bowling lanes. Please bring your own or use a pair from those provided near the entrance to the lanes. • The bowling machines are all self scoring. If you are unsure how to operate the machines or need assistance, please contact staff. • No one is allowed past the foul line or on a bowling lane at any time. • Proper bowling etiquette shall be adhered to at all times. The use of profanity or disruptive behavior is prohibited. • No food or drinks are allowed in the approach area. • If at any time the equipment fails to operate properly or your ball does not return, please contact staff or security (863-324-7290) for assistance. • No one is allowed behind the pin setting machines without Amenities Manager’s permission. • Return all balls and shoes to racks when you have finished bowling. • Guests must be accompanied by an adult who understands the rules if under the age of eighteen (18). PET PLAY PARK REMINDERS • Please remember to pick up after your dog and dispose of the bags in the receptacles provided. • Put down all umbrellas prior to leaving the Pet Play Park. The umbrellas could be damaged during windy days. 14 • The bags located in the dispensers at the Pet Play Parks and by the Clubhouse Tennis Courts are for use while at the Park or walking around the amenities only. Under no circumstance should users take large quantities of the bags for use outside of these areas. • The Districts have recently installed new grass in the Pet Play Parks. To keep the grass in good shape users are encouraged to stop dogs from digging and fill any holes with the sand provided to ensure the grass stays in good shape for years to come. TREES PLANTED IN CLUBHOUSE PET PLAY PARK The Gar den Club, Supervisors, residents, Chloe the dog, and staff joined Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, on September 6 for some post Labor Day labor. Two Live Oak Trees were planted in the Clubhouse Pet Play Park to pr ovide shade for future users of the park. Thank you to all that participated in planting the trees. Chloe even found a little shade from the new trees. Stop by and take a look. Please help the trees get established by keeping dogs away from the growing trees as much as possible. *

LA LOOKS Native Flowers of Central Florida By Lynn Davis Florida’ s state wildflower is the coreopsis, better known as the tickseed. There are about 15 different species. The species lance-leaf grows naturally. Though it’s a short-lived perennial (returns every year), it often reseeds. It’s primarily a spring bloomer, but with some deadheading will bloom into summer. The tickseed bought at local home improvement stores and some nurseries often are non-native. To find native species google: Florida Native Flower/Plants or visit thenectarylkld.com, located in Lakeland. Why plant tickseed in your yard? Tickseed is drought tolerant, attracts pollinators, may be used in tea, has been known to be used for medical ailments and is easy to maintain. Enjoy and reap the benefits of planting native flowers! LAKE ASHTON WETLANDS AND CONSERVATION AREAS Many residents live near a wetland or conservation area. A wetland has many positive roles that serve the ecosystem. They improve water quality by cleaning out the pollutants before they reach our beautiful lake and protect residents from flooding, acting as giant sponge. Lake Ashton CDD has a contract with an aquatics vendor to maintain certain wetlands and conservation areas. These areas are governed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District. We ask that residents refrain from entering these areas or planting plants as it is prohibited. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at MFisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. SAFEGUARD STORM DRAINS FRIENDLY REMINDER: Please remember to put umbrellas down after use when visiting the Pool, Bocce Courts, or Pet Play Parks. Leaving them up can potentially cause them to be damaged by wind and rain. 16 Never place loose vegetation on top of storm drains, as it can fall or blow into the storm drain and clog the stormwater system. Yard waste and bulk trash or items that will not fit into the containers should be placed at the curb no more than 48 hours prior to pick-up. In no event shall any items for pickup be placed in the street. Call the City of Lake Wales, Customer Service (863-678-4182, ext.226) or City of Winter Haven (863-291-5756) Trash and Garbage Office for information about scheduled pickup or to arrange for an unscheduled pickup. LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Tom Hevel The HOA has been very busy through the summer and will be even busier this Fall. In mid-October all Lake Wales residents will be sent revised covenants, conditions and restrictions for Lake Ashton. You will find the revisions in total and a proxy form with a return mailing envelope. Residents can either send in their proxy or come to the special meeting in November and vote. The HOA Board and a committee of residents have been working for over two years on these revisions. The Board wishes to thank the committee for their hard work and input in this important process. Many of the revisions have to do with the developer no longer being involved with the East HOA and much of the CC&Rs addressed those concerns. The HOA wants input from the community as well and as such have put together a YOUTUBE video detailing the changes, and will have public meetings before the vote to address residents' concerns and questions. LA (LW) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOD) Contact Information Management Company: Don Asher Michellette Ramos: manager@lakeashtonhoa.org All Directors: directors@lakeashtonhoa.org To report a violation: include address, issue & photos, compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org President/Treasurer: Bob Prowant president@lakeashtonhoa.org Vice President Nancy Baker vp@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary2 David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary3 Steve Hogan secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org 17 Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Cattle Egret is a common sight in Polk County and true to their name they are frequently seen on or around cows. They help keep the cows free of insects and also enjoy freshly mown fields. At Lake Ashton you are more likely to see one perched on an automobile as if mistaking it for a cow. They are white with a yellow bill and legs. Much smaller than Great Egrets, they are even a little smaller than a Snowy, but more stocky. Their breeding plumage adds a beautiful buff to their white plumes. Not a native bird, they hail from Africa arriving in South America on the winds of hurricanes in the late 1800s. They have spread from there and continue to work their way north arriving in Florida in the early 1950s. They are technically an exotic species, but not an invasive exotic. Scene About Town Mamas and babies pictured in LA: Bottom left picture by Mike Morton, bottom right by Elizabeth Barrell.

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Don’t Let Scammers Put Your Generosity at Risk! Unfortunately, anyone can get scammed. Here are some red flags to watch out for before giving money to a cause: • When fundraisers are more pushy than you’d expect, asking for account or SS numbers, that’s a good indication something is wrong. • Make all donations through mail or the charity’s website. • They’re so vague there’s no way to tell if they’re legit or calling from their parent’s basement. • Trying to create history by thanking you for a donation you’re not certain you made is a trick to make you feel like you already checked them out. Don’t fall for it. A Better Way — Choose Your Own Charity. To prevent high-pressure tactics getting you to part with your money, just say no to random calls! Do your own research. With this approach, you can protect your money from bogus charities and make a choice you know will give directly to the cause. PEAK STORM SEASON Hurricane season ends November 30, but the peak storm season runs from mid-August to late October. All residents should be prepared for severe weather. A list of storm season tips can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com or at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Pay attention to the lightning detection devices throughout the community and seek shelter when the sirens sound. Go to alertpolk.com to register your contact information for the telephone and email notification system that Polk County officials use to inform county residents of situations that may affect their health, safety, and welfare, including severe weather alerts. CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg at 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). C RT CERTainly Safe COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Home Safey Tips from Your Lake Ashton Community Emergancy Response Team EXTENSION CORD SAFETY TIPS Avoid trip hazards Replace frayed cords Don’t overload cords Don’t cover cords with a rug https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/5032.pdf 18 19

PARKING & ROAD SAFETY REMINDERS Residents are reminded that the speed limit throughout all of Lake Ashton is 20 mph and all golf carts, vehicles, and bicycles (including electric bicycles) should make a complete stop just before the white stop bar whether before or after the posted stop sign. It only takes a moment to follow the traffic controls that are in place that could potentially prevent a serious accident. The Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Department patrol in Lake Ashton on a regular basis. Please take a little extra time to ensure you maneuver throughout the community as safely as possible to avoid a ticket and more importantly, an accident. The following excerpt was taken from Florida State Statute 316.1945 Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited in specified places. For the full statute, visit www.leg.state.fl.us/ No person shall stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers: 1. In front of a public or private driveway. 2. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 3. Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 4. Within 30 feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway. Keep in mind the streets in Lake Ashton are very narrow and there are many forms of traffic which heightens the danger during busy times. The information listed above will be passed along to vendors to ensure they are following the established state statutes. The following items will also help to alleviate dangerous situations on the road. • Do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle. • Do not park on a curve. • Park as close to the curb as possible. Residents can help by informing vendors that are performing work at their home of the parking "good practices" above. With everyone's help the streets of Lake Ashton will be as safe as possible. Please note that the City of Lake Wales ordinance prohibits the operation of golf carts by anyone under the age of 14 and City of Winter Haven prohibits operation by anyone under the age of 16. Please observe safety guidelines and all traffic laws when operating golf carts! Be safe while having fun with children on golf carts. Drivers should not place young children on their laps, as this creates a hazardous condition for the children in the case of a panic stop or accident. 20 Compare our CD Rates Bank-issued, FDIC-insured 6-month 1-year 2-year 3.50 3.65 3.75 Michael Kennedy Financial Advisor 7100 Cypress Gardens Blvd Winter Haven, FL 33884 863-324-2486 21 % % % Call or visit your local financial advisor today. APY* Minimum deposit $25,000 APY* Minimum deposit $25,000 APY* Minimum deposit $25,000 * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 09/14/22. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC).

MOVI ES ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 OCTOBER 4 — 6 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS 2022 | PG | 1H 55MIN London housecleaner Ada Harris thinks her lonely life might turn around if she can become the owner of a Christian Dior gown. Saying goodbye to friends like Archie won't be easy, and neither will be winning over elite people in Paris from Madame Colbert to idealistic accountant André. But Ada's irrepressible charm just might end up saving the whole House of Dior. OCTOBER 11 — 13 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM A JAZZMAN’S BLUES 2022 | R | 2H 7MIN When a stack of letters delivered to a state attorney general in 1987 prompts the reopening of a long-unsolved murder case, the story of star-crossed lovers Bayou and Leanne emerges -- and with it the secrets that would destroy them. OCTOBER 18 — 20 (NO 11 AM MOVIE OCTOBER 20) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM BLONDE 2022 | NC-17 | 2H 45MIN In this film based on a novel by Joyce Carol Oates, Marilyn Monroe (Ana de Armas) narrates the story of her life, providing a glimpse into how Norma Jean Baker transcended a troubled childhood to transform herself into one of Hollywood's most enduring stars. OCTOBER 25 — 27 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM ALL THE OLD KNIVES 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 5MIN When the CIA discovers one of its agents leaked information that cost more than 100 people their lives, veteran operative Henry Pelham (Chris Pine) is assigned to root out the mole from among his former officemates at the agency's Vienna station. His investigation takes him from Austria to England to California, where he is reunited with his one-time colleague and ex-lover Celia Harrison (Thandiwe Newton). The pair are forced to blur the lines between profession and passion in this riveting tale of global espionage, moral ambiguity, and deadly betrayal. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM OCTOBER 7 GHOSTBUSTERS AFTERLIFE 2021 | PG-13 | 2H 4MIN When a single mom and her kids arrive in a small Oklahoma town, they begin to di scover thei r connection to the original ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. Starring Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, Bill Murray, Paul Rudd and McKenna Grace. OCTOBER 14 (NO 3 PM MOVIE) CLUE 1985 | PG | 1H 36MIN Director Jonathan Lynn's board game-inspired campfest finds six colorful dinner guests gathered at a mansion, where they all become suspects in the death of the house's owner, who had been blackmailing each of them. OCTOBER 21 THE MUNSTERS 2022 | PG | 1H 50MIN Lily is a typical 150-year-old lovelorn vampire who's looking for the man of her nightmares -- until she lays her eyes on Herman, a 7-foot-tall green experiment with a heart of gold. It's love at first shock as these two ghouls fall fangs over feet for each other in a Transylvanian romance. Unfortunately, it's not all smooth sailing in the cemetery as Lily's father has other plans for his beloved daughter's future, and they don't involve her new bumbling beau. Directed by Rob Zombie, starring Sheri Moon Zombie, Jeff Daniel Phillips, Daniel Roebuck. OCTOBER 28 HOCUS POCUS 2 2022 | PG It's been 29 years since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resur rected the 17th-century Sanderson sisters (Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, and Bette Midler), and they are looking for revenge. Now it is up to three high-school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve. “If You’ve Got The Time, I’ll Make It Shine!” MOBILE DETAILING 863-440-4220 Derrick Gibson

EVENTS CARRABBAS DINNERS FOR TWO + KARAOKE Carrabba’s will be offering three delicious Dinner for 2 options (see menu below) and you will have the choice of taking your meal to go or eating in the Ballroom on October 12 at 5 pm. Please place your orders by 3 pm on October 12 by calling 863-293-6635. Payment will go directly to Carrabba’s and can be made by credit card over the phone at the time of ordering or by cash or credit card in person the day of. · 2 for $30 - Homemade Chicken Marsala with penne al pomodoro, side Caesar salad, and the signature Carrabba’s bread · 2 for $25 – Homemade Penne with meatballs, a side Caesar salad, and the signature Carrabba’s bread · 2 for $25 – Homemade Lasagna with a side Caesar salad, and Carrabba’s signature bread · Add 1 cannoli for $1 per person · Add a 32oz pitcher of sangria (blackberry, peach, or classic red) for $25 If you choose to eat your meal in the Ballroom, stop by the Clubhouse Restaurant after for karaoke with DJ Wayne from 6 to 9 pm. Get your $2 tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. BYOB! ALL SAINTS ACADEMY DANCE ENSEMBLE Lake Ashton welcomes back the All Saints Academy Dance Ensemble to the Clubhouse Ballroom for a FREE performance on October 13 at 3 pm. The ASA Dance Ensemble is a performance and competition team open to dancers from kindergarten through high school. The team has performed at theme parks, Washington D.C., the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and all through Polk County. Don’t miss this FREE performance — get your general admission ticket at the Clubhouse Activities Office. 24 SUNDAY FUNDAY Live music in the Clubhouse Ballroom, good times, great memories, need we say more? Get your $3 tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. October 9 – Randy Sullins Food Truck: Top Dog - 2:30 - 6:30 October 23 – Carlos & Company Food Truck: Topsy’s - 2:30 - 6:30 Event is from 3 – 6 pm and you can bring your own drinks and snacks, or purchase food from the food truck in the Parking Lot. CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT Stop by the HFC and sign up for Fall Back Cornhole Tourney October 14 at 9 am. Teams will consist of two players who will be competing for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. This event is sponsored by Weaver Loveless Law. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 11 am — 2 pm CLUBHOUSE patio, garden & parking lot Vendors & Crafters Fun Fall Food Carnival Games Cornhole Shuffleboard Horseshoes Face Painting Caricatures Sign up with Caroline at the Clubhouse Activities Oice k if you would like to voluntr — a positions nded! A games and activities are completely fr! Fd is available for purchase. BYOB! Prizes for the man and woman that wears the most pinktastic outfit will be given out. Tickets are on sale now for $20 at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Residents can get a free ticket to this event by attending a seminar on October 7 (includes a free meal as well). TEA FOR TATAS Attention ladies of Lake Ashton! Bring your favorite tea cups, pots, and all the pink decorations that you can find to decorate a table (or we can decorate for you) to show support for breast cancer awareness at the Tea for Tatas Tea Party on October 20 at 12 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. PARTY IN PINK Join the fight against breast cancer and enjoy a Dueling Piano show, just like Howl at the Moon, on October 14 at 7 pm. Enjoy a mixer bar (bring your own alcohol), nonalcoholic drinks, and an all pink snack bar — all included in the ticket price of $20! Be sure to bring cash to get your favorite message put on the mirrors or your favorite song played. The Dueling Piano performers will be donating a portion of their tips to the LALGA Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament. Memory flowers, shoelaces, pink ribbons, and water bottles (fill it with your own alcohol and stop by the mixer bar) will also be sold. Everyone (men and women) are encouraged to wear all pink but don't let that stop you. If you do not own anything pink just come as you are and enjoy a great night out! A memory table will be available to display pictures of those that lost their battle. Bring a framed picture of your loved one to display and a candle will be lit in their honor. 25 A memory table will be available to display pictures of those that lost their battle. Bring a framed picture of your loved one to display and a candle will be lit in their memory. A selection of tea sandwiches, petite desserts and a tea bar with hot and iced tea will be available. Be sure to bring cash to purchase pink shoelaces, pink ribbons, water bottles, and more to support the LALGA's Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament. HFC HONOR WALL Reserve a spot on the honor wall to honor those who fought breast cancer, those who are currently fighting breast cancer, and remember those loved ones who have passed. This is free. Exercise class participants - please wear pink to the classes. The person wearing the most pink during the month wins a prize! BREAST CANCER WALK Join us at the HFC for our annual Breast Cancer walk and continental breakfast October 7 at 9 am. Send off by Sheriff Grady Judd. Sign up Today! Breakfast is for walkers only. SEE P.32 FOR INFORMATION ON THE PINK RIBBON DANCE AND GOLF TOURNAMENT SUPPORTING THE FIGHTERS ADMIRING THE SURVIVORS HONORING THE TAKEN & NEVER GIVING UP HOPE

2023 SHOWCASE INFORMATIONAL MEETING By Karen Nelson 2023 must be near - Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation's informational meeting for the 2023 Showcase is scheduled for November 3 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This meeting is open to all LA residents — bring your vocal, dance, comedy, carpentry, sewing, production, backstage, box office, audio, lighting … and more ... talents, or learn or discover hidden talents! Learn what the excitement is about! P.S. - the 2023 Showcase itself will be on March 24 and 25, 2023, so save these dates too! LAKE ASHTON VETERANS ASSOCIATION USO DANCE By Jim Mecsics, LAVA Commander ATTENTION IN THE CAMP! ATTENTION IN THE CAMP! All Lake Ashton residents are requested to “muster’ at the Health and Fitness Center Ballroom on November 4 at 1900 hrs. (that’s 7 PM in civilian time) for an evening of excellent music, dancing, snacks and a chance to mingle with your Lake Ashton community neighbors for a great time. Music will be provided by Good Stuff band. There will be complementary snacks, and you will be able to bring your own refreshments and drinks. Tickets go on sale October 17 and can be purchased at either Activities Desks (checks only). Tickets are $10 with the proceeds going to support the Lake Ashton Veterans Association programs. You do not need to be a veteran to join us as everyone is welcome to enjoy a nostalgic trip to the USO Dance Days. CALLING ALL CRAFTERS! The LA Purple Stars, your Relay For Life Team, will be sponsoring a booth selling hand crafted items at the December 14 Lake Ashton Bi-Monthly Market. 100% of the proceeds of all donated items sold will go to the American Cancer Society. Items are needed to fill the booth. If you have a craft you enjoy, please consider making one to donate, and share this info with your crafty friends. There are a limited amount of supplies available to share if needed. The Purple Stars will also be contacting businesses in the area, asking for donations. Please Contact Judy Ridpath at 650-678-1174 with any questions. LAPAC - A-MAZING!! By Karen Nelson Time for a change of season, a slight weather adjustment, a different outlook for plants and trees, pumpkin spice everything, giant bags of candy and racks of costumes in the stores, and … LAPAC's FALL MAZE! Save the date - November 12 from 10 am to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets will be sold in time slots to allow full enjoyment. Tickets will go on sale October 10 after Monday Coffee. This is a not-tobe missed event!! Sign up for any of the below trips at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check payable to Small World Tours. Activity Level 1: anyone can go on this trip, appropriate for all mobility levels Activity Level 2: some uneven sidewalks, possibly stairs, walking a block or more, more strenuous OCTOBER 15: FALL ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL - $39/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 **NEW! SECOND DATE ADDED FOR THIS TRIP — OCTOBER 16! NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2: ST. AUGUSTINE - $479/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $145 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) . ONLY 8 SPOTS LEFT! ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 Lake Ashton BusTrips 26 HATS ON FOR ALZHEIMER’ S By Ju d y Pu n t u re r i & Kr i s t y McKibben Join your friends and neighbors for a fun afternoon of lunch and shopping November 9 in the Clubhouse Ballroom, and all for a wonderful cause! The Babes in Lakeland 'store' will open at 11 am just prior to lunch, and will stay open until 3 pm. Plus, enjoy a 10% discount on anything you purchase. Why not whet your appetite by checking out babesinlakeland.com prior to arriving! Tickets will go on sale on October 10 after Monday Coffee for $25. There will be a prize for best looking hat so start planning your chapeaux! CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE By Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton Tickets for the December 9 exquisite FROSTED CRYSTAL CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE are well underway. You do not want to miss this sell-out event in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Music will be provided by B.Haven, one of Central Florida's premier bands. A catered buffet dinner includes Beef Carving Station, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Vegetable Lasagna, along with enjoyable sides provided by a favorite, Cam's Catering. Since this year will be a BYOB, doors will open at 5:30 with dinner at approximately 6 pm. Music and Dancing will continue until 10. Tables of 8 and 10 may still be available at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Tickets are only $40 per person, (check only, payable to LA Christmas Dinner Dance). Please provide the names of each person in your party. Tickets will not be sold at the door so plan now. Looking forward to a festive, decked-out crowd and a wonderful, fun time. UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM • December 14 – Holidays Around the World – Enjoy an international feast of traditional holiday foods from other countries! 27 • January 17 – Lake Ashton’s Club Fair – All are welcome to come to the Clubhouse to represent your club, group, or organization at Lake Ashton’s Club Fair! • January 21 – LA Cruise-In Car Show – Get ready to start those engines! • February 14 – Chapel of Love featuring Elvis! Celebrate Valentines Day with the King! • February 21 – Mardi Gras Party – Y’all gonna pardi hardi! UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE HFC • October 5 at 2 pm - Fitness Equipment Orientation • October 6 at 1 pm - Healthcare Seminar • October 7 at 9 am - Annual Breast Cancer Walk • October 11 at 1 pm - Free Mary Kay Facial • October 13 at 1 pm - Home Care Seminar • October 14 at 9 am - Fall Back Cornhole Tourney • October 14 at 7 pm - Rusty Trumpet Halloween Party JINGLE BELL JOG By David Fix Monday morning, December 5, will be the Lake Ashton Charity Jingle Bell Jog! This 5K (3.1 mile) course will start and finish in the Clubhouse East Parking Lot. You can run, walk, or ride, either on December 5 or virtually when and where works best for your schedule. You can register at Monday Coffee beginning October 3. SAVE THE DATE By Carolyn Bishop The Holiday Golf Cart Parade will be on December 16 at 6 pm. A re c e p t i o n w i t h refreshments will follow at the Clubhouse. Watch for more information. A few committee members are needed, please contact Carolyn Bishop 919-606-8844.

PARTY IN THE CITY! CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR NEW YORK STYLE IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM! 7 PM TO DEC 31ST • Italian sausage & peppers on Italian bread • Roast beef bruschetta • Fresh shrimp ceviche • Pasta station with chicken or vegetables • Pizza logs • Fruit and cheese display • Cheesecake bar • Champagne toast • BYOB! MIDNIGHT Quittin’ Time and Eklectik Haze will be rockin’ all night! Tickets: $50 at the Clubhouse Activities Office Photo booths, (360 and regular), noisemakers, and lots of confetti provided! Dress for fun! Lake Ashton’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve! CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM 11 AM TO 2 PM SALAD BAR, BISCUITS WITH SAUSAGE GRAVY, ROASTED CHICKEN & PORK WITH COLLARD GREENS & BLACK EYED PEAS, SHRIMP & GRITS, PENNE ALLA VODKA, SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH BACON & BREAKFAST POTATOES, PANCAKES, FRUIT & PASTRY BAR WITH BAGELS, COFFEE, & ORANGE JUICE. BRING YOUR OWN CHAMPAGNE OR BEVERAGES! TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE BRUNCH ALONE: $30 ROCKIN’ NEW YEAR’S EVE & BRUNCH: $75 2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKET INFO Due to high demand, 2023 season tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents. There is a limit of one ticket per resident. Please have a Lake Ashton photo identification card on hand to purchase tickets with Visa, MasterCard or check payable to LACDD. Please note, letters are no longer mailed out. Phone sales and in person sales will begin on the dates below. Season ticket renewals run October 3 — 28. Residents that are not at Lake Ashton during this time can renew tickets over the phone, with a Visa or MasterCard. Those who renew their season tickets can exchange for a different showtime or seat selection based on availability, on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning at 9 am November 1 through 5 pm November 4. Upgrades/ exchanges can be made over the phone with a credit card but in person sales will be processed prior to phone sales. Tickets can only be exchanged by the named season ticket holder. New season tickets will be on sale November 14 through December 22. Residents that are not at Lake Ashton during this time can purchase tickets over the phone, with a Visa or MasterCard. Contact the Clubhouse Activities Desk at 863-324-6032 with any questions. See next page for list of shows. 29 Rise and Shine with New Year's Day Brunch!

ENTERTAINMENT SERIES LAKE ASHTON PRESENTS THE 2023 CELEBRATE SEASON TICKET PRICES: 20 YEARS OF LAKE ASHTON’S ENTERTAINMENT SERIES WITH A REUNION TOUR IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM 30 5 PM REGULAR: $125 5 PM PREMIUM: $150 8 PM REGULAR: $150 8 PM PREMIUM: $175 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work BEST HOME SELLING EXPERIENCE Brad's assistance in selling our home was first rate. His homework ahead of time, his understanding of the market, and his knowledge of the area is unsurpassed. His write-up and the professional pictures showed the true beauty of our home. His care and compassion for people stood out as he walked us through the selling process from beginning to closing. We highly recommend Brad to assist you in selling your home. Please call him. Verified by RateMyAgent Bill, Dee, and Princess Leia Schaal 11 AUGUST 2022 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Clubhouse along with the LALGA is sponsoring many events during October and November. The Clubhouse is hosting a Party in Pink featuring a Dueling Pianos show on October 14 and Teas for “Tatas” on October 20. Mark your calendars and make sure to attend these incredible events. During this important month the LALGA and Niners will be selling pink bows, breast cancer shoelaces and socks and memory flowers. All proceeds from these sales will go towards the Watson Clinic Foundation donation with the funds earmarked for breast cancer research and community education. The biggest events will take place in early November. The Pink Ribbon Dance is November 6 from 7-10 pm at the Clubhouse. The Rusty Trumpet Band will provide music and the event is a BYOB and food soirée. Decorate your table representing breast cancer and win a prize. Tables are $80 for 8 people, $90 for 9 and $100 for 10. Sign up for the event is Monday, October 3 at the Clubhouse or through Denise LaCaprucia or Loretta Hieronimus (check only, made payable to the Watson Clinic Foundation). November 8 is the BIG DAY! The Lake Ashton Breast Cancer Golf Tournament will be a sell out so sign up early with your foursome. All proceeds benefit the Watson Clinic Foundation in Lakeland. Be a part of this annual tradition, all for a great cause. The Red Hoagland Challenge leaders are Beverly Hines - $83.25; Kathy Ryan - $79.75; “T” Utting - $70 and Shearly Simpson - $68.00. Way to go ladies! Meet Judy Mulhearn Judy Mulhearn is from Chicago and as a sophomore in high school met her husband of 59 years, Denis. They were married in 1963 and have five children, seventeen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Judy worked for her uncle in an accounting firm from 1979 – 2004 after which she retired. Judy and Denis’ son is a golf pro and Denis joined his son at a golf show in Orlando. Denis saw the ad for Lake Ashton in the back of a magazine and in 2004, Judy and Dennis decided to look at the community. After driving through the front gates they knew that Lake Ashton would be where they would retire. Judy has been playing golf for a very long time and enjoys playing with the LALGA. She also enjoys playing cards: samba, super samba, hand and foot and bridge. She loves to knit and crochet, as well as read. From speaking to her you can see how important her family is to her! It is a pleasure to have Judy Mulhearn in the league for the last eighteen years. What a joy! 32 LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt HOLE-IN-ONE! AGAIN! WOO HOO! Congratulations Janet Luke for a Hole-In-One on 12 West during league play on Tuesday September 20th – and she also got Closest to the pin! Janet made a hole-in-one on this same hole back in July! AMAZING! Opening Day is October 4 – get your dues paid, along with an updated membership form. Looking forward to seeing all of you there! Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The highlight event of the LAMGA’s September schedule was the Presidents Cup, a 2-day LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS tournament held on September 7th and 8th. Two teams, Blue and Red, each comprised of 22 players, competed in four different formats of match play. The Red Team prevailed in the hard fought contest scoring 26 ½ points vs. 17 ½ points for the Blue Team. The tournament included breakfast on Day 1 and a post-tournament Mexican lunch on Day 2. Thanks to both the Pro Shop and Eagle’s Nest staffs for helping to put on a great tournament. Tit DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra Designs For Ey Style! Our October schedule is highlighted by our Vendor Appreciation event on October 19th. Our major sponsors for the annual Member-Guest tournament will join us for golf and/or lunch, which will be included for all participants. Please mark your calendars and join us to show support for the sponsors who so generously support the LAMGA. Please note that elections for 3 open board seats will begin on November 1st. Self-nominating forms will be sent out in October. Your LAMGA board needs your help, please nominate yourself for one of these openings. This month we thank the following companies and individuals who sponsor our tournament: Posh Salon and Day Spa; Computer Help by Steve, Inc.; Turner Furniture and Mattress; Ann & Todd McCarty; ABC Fine Wines & Spirits; and Dennis Brock – Window Cleaning. You can find a list of all our sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, Lake Ashton Living, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of June includes. Jim Simpson - $163.55; Donn Yasz - $154.10; Steve Morgan - $136.55; Gerry Krogman - $129.50; Paul Panone - $126.75; Dan Baun - $123.90; John Candler - $122.10; Tom Murphy - $118.90; Don Abbott - $113.93; and Denis Mulhearn - $112.13. Thanks, as always, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for their continued sponsorship of this very popular annual contest. Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 The October schedule is: October 5th– Beat the Pros – 2 nets on even holes, 3 nets on odd holes; October 12th – 6-6-6; October 19th – Vendor Appreciation Day, Stableford points; and October 26th – Pick Your Partner, 2 man best ball.

CLUBS LA PICKLEBALL By Sue Morris We are entering into fall and many snowbirds are returning to beautiful Lake Ashton. There are quite a few players that are regulars and new people wanting to try their hand at pickleball. Here is a quick 10 Spor tsmanship Guide Basics: 1. Treat all players and spectators with courtesy and respect. 2. Do not interrupt others that are playing. 3. Know the official rules of pickleball, apply them fairly and cooperate in any situation that is not expressly covered by the rules. 4. Practice good sportsmanship when making line calls. Respect your opponents’ right to make all calls on their end of the court. 5. Call a fault on your partner as soon as the fault occurs regardless of whether your opponents are aware of the fault. 6. Rotate on and off courts fairly, courteously and in accordance with local practice. 7. Make safety a priority, while using common sense. 8. As a stronger player in social play, be kind to other players. 9. Be considerate about playing up and playing down. 10.Be a respectful and supportive partner. Go online to USA PICKLEBALL Sportsmanship Guide, for the full guide. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, starting at 7:30 am till 9:00 am, on courts 1 and 2, are a fun and easy group of men and women players. It is for beginners and intermediate players. Please come down and join the fun! Watch for email blasts from the HFC when classes are offered. Look on YouTube for great videos on how to play. Court shoes are a must for safety. Water, sunglasses and visors or hats are recommended. 34 LA Pickleball Association Officers: President Chuck Caesar Vice President Sue Morris Treasurer Lisa Savala Secretary Becky Wilson Email: lakeashtonpickleball@gmail.com LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The meeting this month is October 19 at 6:30 pm in the ballroom near the stage. Anyone considering joining this group is invited to come by. It will be a wonderful opportunity to experience the generosity of the resident members and of course, your VP here is about smiles. We will be reviewing set up, break down times and need volunteers to assist at the Craft Show on October 22. We will also be discussing other volunteer opportunities. We had a lot of fun working with the vendors last year. They were appreciative of our assistance helping them bring in their crafts. The 2022 Craft Show is October 22, just a few weeks away, and bakers are needed! The Craft Show Bake Shop was very successful last year. The top items sold were cookies, banana bread or other loaf breads (large or small). Pies and cakes were also popular. In addition, we invite you to support our vendors. Call Chris at 863- 514-5368 or Joan at 239-851-7899. LAVA VIDEO INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY LAVA is hosting a video interview team from the Library of Congress on October 8 and 9 to interview local veterans. You do not need to be a LAVA member to be interviewed. Interviews are open to veterans of all branches and ranks, whether or not they served in a combat zone. Interviews will be held in the Clubhouse Card Room. Veterans wishing to be interviewed must have an appointment. Contact LAVA coordinator Cal Posner at calposner@aol.com or 678-464-7331. There is no charge for the interviews and they will be available to the public at the library’s website under the “Veterans History Project” tab. 35

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club monthly meeting is October 6 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE By Shelley Miller The LA Community Action Committee (LACAC) was formed in October 2021 to: • Understand the potential impacts from the large housing developments to be built adjacent to Thompson Nursery Road and surrounding area • Monitor and influence where possible the Polk County plan to develop a freight corridor connecting US17 with US 27 The road construction project will entail the widening of Thompson Nursery Road across the entirety of the northern boundary of our Lake Ashton community. In the past year, the committee has achieved many milestones and has plans for additional actions in 2022-2023. Please see the article on the LA Community Action Committee forum on LakeAshtonLiving.com for more information on the highlights of the committee’s accomplishments and latest activities, as well as future goals. Comments are welcome: contact LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com. LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The LA Garden Club met September 14 in the Clubhouse Craft Room. Sil Wells did a mini presentation on the use of silk flowers 36 to create a floral arrangement which can be hung, put on a picture stand, or just set on a table for display. This was advance preparation for next month's project. On October 12 at 10 am the club will once again meet in the Clubhouse Craft Room. This will give ample room for the use of outlets needed to assist in the floral creations. Membership is not required, a tally of how many people are interested is needed to order supplies. Email Lynn Davis @crladavis@aol.com if interested by October 7. At the meeting garden hacks were presented. Also, the team discussed upcoming months events planned. Members will receive all this information in a newsletter. Remember to play in the dirt! BOOK CLUB By Margie Dersham And Still They Came, the Florida Saga Guest author: Robert James Connors The Book Club invites al l residents to this presentation on December 6 at 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema. Have you ever wondered, how Florida became such a Mecca for development? Join the book club in hearing stories of the last 200 years of development and conflicts. Special guest author, Robert James Connors, will share stories from his book, as well as a story that includes the very land Lake Ashton was developed on. His history is spun through the eyes of one family, with roots to the native Seminoles to development ties of the Keys bridge, railroads, and even Bok Tower. Mr. Connors, born in Chicago, Illinois, has published more than 1,000 h uma n - i n t e r e s t s t o r i e s , f e a t u r e s a nd commentaries. He is a former magazine managing editor, journalist, newspaper editorial writer and former Florida County Commissioner. He and his wife Susan reside in Lake Wales. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 37

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Goodbye summer; hello fall! Paint color choices may be tending toward yellows, and oranges, and browns, and themes may revolve around the upcoming fall holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Some are even already painting rocks that may serve as fillers in Christmas lists. Before you know it, it will be a new year. With snowbirds returning and classes getting larger, the group will continue to meet in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Various members will continue to share their skills as they continue to paint and schmooze with Rocker friends. The point is not to paint a master piece, but to have a good time. Newcomers are always welcome and will be lent the supplies needed for your first meeting. But if you are new PLEASE contact either MJ Richards (mjmr i chards517@gma i l . com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) before coming so that we can be prepared with supplies and be able to contact you if a meeting has to be canceled. So if you are here and want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join the group October 5 and 19. If a meeting has to be canceled, notification will be posted on the LA Rockers group page on FaceBook. Thank you all for continuing to send prayers for Alice Mayer. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In September, the group discussed several outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for dinners and lunches during September. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month in the Pavilion will be moved during the remaining hot months. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on October 2. 38 LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Drum roll please! Pictured from left to right are Cathy Liska, Sharon Swanson, Sandy Papineau, and Gena Thornburg, four members of Lake Ashton Swim Club, wearing the 13 medals they won at the 21st Annual Gainesville Senior Games on September 11. The games offered 14 swimming events for women and 14 for men, divided into 10 age groups. Based on their finishes, all qualified to compete in their respective events at the Florida Senior Games Swimming Championships in December. Some LASC members are aiming to participate in the oldest Senior Games in the USA, the 47th Golden Age Senior Games in Sanford, FL, on November 6. The registration is open to ages 50 to 100+ with a deadline of October 20. This and other local/regional meets serve as qualifying events for the state games. You can see that in addition to fitness, stroke improvement, and socialization, the LA Swim Club offers opportunities to participate in fun, friendly competition with others. If you like to swim, please join us at the pool Mondays 6 to 7 pm, Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:45 pm, and Saturdays from 10 to 11 am. For more information, contact Coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com. DUPLICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Ballroom from 12:45 pm until approximately 3:30. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse Information Wall. A partner is required. To find a partner or for more information contact Dfuller627@yahoo.com. August 15: 1st Judy Marine & Marge Kniat; 2nd Marion Oshinsky & Graham Littlehales; 3rd Mary Lois Teyssier & Nelda Sedlacek August 22: 1st Marion & Roger Nelson, 2nd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers; 3rd Liz Smith & Graham Littlehales August 29: North/South- 1st Ralph Ritter & George Rogers; 2nd Mary Lois Teyssier & Ann Murphey; East/ West - 1st Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Judy Marine & Nelda Sedlacek, 3rd Marion Oshinsky & Graham Littlehales September 12: North South - 1st Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Jim Ford & Don Fuller; East/ West-1st Judy Marine & Nelda Sedlacek, 2nd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers, 3rd Jane Gibbons & Chris Verges TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers Winners of the last nine weeks are: July 19: Sil Wells, Marge Kniat, Keith Stevens, and Howard Mayne July 26: Mafie Walker, Marge Kniat, Elaine Inman, and Sil Wells August 2: Jeannine Connors, Keith Stevens, Judy Marine, Howard Mayne August 9: Howard Mayne, Mafie Walker, tied Chris Verges and Liz Leigh. August 16: Mafie Walker, Kathy Ryan, Marge Kniat, Chris Verges August 23: George Rogers, Marge Kniat, Chris Verges, Char Walter August 30: Graham Littlehales, Kathy Ryan, Sil Wells, Jeannine Connors 39 September 6: George Rogers, Chris Verges, Kathy Ryan, Howard Mayne. September 13: Kathy Ryan, Dee Mayne, Chip Inman, Elaine Inman. New players are welcome. Call or email George Rogers, 419-708-3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com. MAH JONGG By Myrna Soberman Experienced Mah Jongg players are wanted to play at the HFC on Wednesday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm. No beginners please. If interested in joining the group, or for further information, please contact myrnaandsteve@gmail.com. New to Lake Ashton and looking for cards or game groups to join? Check out the Clubhouse and HFC Activities Calendars inserted into this issue for a list of recurring events and when/where they meet!

ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty ✦ Same length as standard 4-passenger ✦ 2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty LA BELLES By Rose Crognale The LA Belles October luncheon will be held on October 26 at noon at Sizzling Grill located on Highway 27 in Lake Wales. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. This event is hosted by Rose Crognale. Costumes are optional — there will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Hope to see you there! Happy Hauntings! CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE! It appears that things are returning to normal, and the summer heat is coming to an end. October brings with it the southern migration of our snowbird neighbors and the return of camera club activities. For those of you that are new to Lake Ashton, the camera club is open to all LA residents who enjoy photography or would like to learn more about it. The first meeting of the new season is on October 10 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. Monthly meetings are held on the second Monday of the month also in the Cinema at 10:30 am. Everyone is encouraged to bring along a few of their favorite photos on a USB drive to share with the members. This planning meeting is a good time to discuss your suggestions on club activities that might be of interest to the group. Looking forward to seeing you all at the meeting. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 40 The club members have been having fun sharing their family/ancestor stories and learning new places to look for them. If you would like to discover your family history, please consider joining this group. All levels of expertise are welcome. The next meeting will be Wednesday, October 12 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. For more information, please call Jane Imparl at 815-545-6655. LA TRAVELERS By Carolyn Bishop The busy season is ramping up for the LA Travelers. Our neighbors are returning f r om t h e i r ma n y R V adventures from across all parts of the USA. Rally sea son i s s t a r t i ng i n October with a visit to Paradise Oaks RV Resort in Bushnell, FL followed by a November rally to Ocean G r o v e R V R e s o r t i n beautiful Saint Augustine, FL. Then we will end the year with a celebration of the December holidays with a Holiday Dinner Party on December 4th. If you own an RV (motorhome or travel trailer) come check us out every Tuesday in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 3:30 to 5 pm. We would love to meet some fellow travelers. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 41 AUTHORIZED DEALER MICHIGAN POTLUCK By Kathy Keding H e l l o t h e r e a l l y o u Michiganders! Save the date for the potluck social event scheduled on January 8, 2023 from 4 to 8 pm. Sign-up sheets for this event and more details will follow in the November issue. Happy fall, y’all!

MIND&BODY ASL CLASSES American Sign Language Classes began September 6 with the Beginning Class Tuesdays at 1 pm and Intermediate at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Email shelleyknee@gmail.com to be added to the class list. Beginning class will be using an easy book called "Signing For Kids" by Mickey Flodin. For new students: beginner class won’t go too fast, but you will have to do your part and practice between lessons. Questions? Contact Shelley at 864-363-2014. FLU SHOTS Protect yourself this flu season by getting your flu shot. Walgreens will be facilitating vaccinations on Mondays October 24 and November 14 from 8:30 to 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Bring your insurance card. CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION / MUS IC HISTORY SERIES Join Ken Hoffman, a retired Lake Ashton resident who has taught classical music history courses for nearly a decade at various institutions including the Continuing Education Department at the University of North Florida, as he takes residents through the history of classical music chronologically, starting with the Medieval era, going to the mid-20th century. Hundreds of great musical works will be explained as well as the lives of the composers who wrote them. Residents will discuss music in the context of the other arts of the era, as well as historical events that influenced the arts; politics, wars, religion, science and technology, the rise of the middle class, the Enlightenment, etc. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall as space is limited. This class will be held Mondays at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema, starting October 3. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT An all-encompassing Caregiver Support Group facilitated by the Alzheimer's Association will be held on the third Tuesday of each month through December, beginning October 18 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This group is for Caregivers and Care partners of people living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, Cancer, and Diabetes. People who are living with the disease are welcome to attend with their care partner. We will meet together for approximately 30 minutes and then the group will split into two separate groups with two separate facilitators. This support group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for everyone to develop a support system. Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings, needs, and concerns, and learn about community resources. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Save the date for the meeting on November 15 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. WHAT'S THE BUZZ ABOUT BEES? We are buzzing with excitement to announce that the Think & Drink activities are coming back to the Clubhouse! Join friends and neighbors on November 18 at 6 pm to find out the buzz about bees. Enjoy a fun yet educational presentation on honey bees from our friends at Happy Hives. Learn how honey is collected and processed for use in different products, the art of beekeeping, and how mighty of an impact small honey bees have on our environment. Don't forget to BYOB. There will also be a fully functioning observation bee hive as well! You’ll want to BEE there! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. 42

GOING BATTY A high bat population can actually be extremely beneficial to humans. They save the US billions of dollars per year in pesticides, and play a significant role in the pollination of a variety of different plant species. Learn why bats are such an important part of the ecosystem on October 19 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Office for this free informative, interactive presentation with UF/IFAS. Save the date: November 16 - Planting with Pollinators LAKE ASHTON MEN’S BIBLE STUDY - KICKOFF You are invited to join the interesting and thought provoking LA Men’s Bible Study Group that meets every Tuesday, with Fellowship from 10 to 10:30 am, and Discussion from 10:30 to noon. The group is nondenominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. Meet face-to-face at the HFC Craft Room or via a Zoom connection if you prefer not to meet face-to-face. This fall the group will be starting Romans, generally reading one chapter and discussing questions pertaining to that chapter. There is an open, positive, educational, and voluntary dialogue. You don’t need to be a theologian to join. You’ll find that as you examine your faith, you’ll learn more about God and yourself. Please contact Bob Ring, 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com or Jim Brendemuehl, 815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com. LA WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY The LA Women’s Bible Study opens on October 12 at 10 am in the HFC Community Center. Each Wednesday morning, the HFC will be the place to be for women to join with others who desire to know more about the Bible and to meet other women who share their passion. The new workbook for the study is Jesus, His Miracles and Parables. There are just a few more places remaining for this study, so call Louise Gilla at 863-514-4015 to reserve your place in this wonderful Bible study. You will be blessed! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 44 www.jimsfloordepot.com YOGA SHARE Facilitator: Sally Winfrey (863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815) Canceled for October but resumes Wednesdays in November at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. ACRYL IC POUR PAINTING October 20, 9 am to noon, in the HFC Craft Room. $20 includes all materials including 2 - 11” x 14” canvases. Wear old clothes and/or an apron! Limit 10 students. Call 863-595-1562 or stop by the HFC to sign up. FUSED GLASS SUNCATCHER October 28, 10 am to 1 pm, in the Clubhouse Craft Room. $25 includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing and art glass. Limit is 12 students. Call 863-324-6032 or stop by the Clubhouse to sign up. WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 45 FAMI LY ELDER LAW BOOT CAMP Email Agnus (avera@familyelderlaw.com) to enroll as space is limited. Classes held in the Clubhouse Cinema. January: “Where do I start? Estate vs. Lifetime Planning?” February: “Who will make my medical decisions?” March: “Who will protect my assets and pay my bills?” April: “Who will receive my assets when I die? Will my family have to probate?” May: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” June: “Should I have a Trust? What does “Funding Your Trust” mean?” July: “How do I know medical bills will be covered? Medicare?” August: “Will can I protect what I have? Do I have enough to last my lifetime?” September: “How will I pay for nursing home care?” October: “Am I forgetting something?” November: “What if life happens? When should I review my plan?” December (Graduation!): “How do I share my “peace of mind” & bless others?”

CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr October 8 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Anatomy of a Wave Cost $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on October 7 CELEBRATE THE SEASONS! Beginners can sign up to learn to paint with watercolor with artist Freddie Combs. Join these half day classes to create a painting décor for holiday use. Complete an entire painting in a matter of hours. Class dates are October 14, and November 11 at 12:45 in the HFC Craft Room. $30 per session, or $40 with materials included (must be requested in advance). Sign up at the HFC Activities Desk to secure a spot and receive a list of supplies. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on October 18 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Class will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10 am. The cost is $10. Sign up quickly at the HFC, as reservations go quickly. Join in for creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions or further detail. IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Date & Time: Thursdays, 1 p.m. Beginning October 20 Location: HFC Community Center 46 HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLASS Instructor: Cheryl Winchester (305-725-4946) Thursdays from 3 to 4 pm with a glass of ? afterwards (BYOB). Meet at the HFC basketball court for lots of fun and energy. No need for previous dance experience or to be in attendance weekly. LA DANCE CLASSES - MILONGA Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Mondays in October from 4:30 to 5:30 in the HFC Community Room. FREE! No partner needed! W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone returns October 1 and is held every Saturday at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. LA STEPPERS The popular fitness class from the 90’s is also popular here in Lake Ashton, and will continue this fall on Thursdays, October 6, November 3, and December 1 at 5 pm in the HFC Community Room. Class duration is 1 hour. Prior to class there will be a refresher of basic steps. Participants must bring their own step. There is no charge for this class. Certified Instructor is LA Resident Sue Fitzgerald. Questions? Call Sue at 904-566-2846. CALLING ALL TAPPERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard Tap Jammers is a fun group of tappers who gather weekly to practice steps and combinations. If you tap or have tapped in the past and have knowledge of tap dance, come join the fun! Classes are free. Tap Jammers meet on Friday mornings at 10 am on the Clubhouse stage beginning October 7. Please note: These classes are not intended for the beginning tapper. For more information, contact Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com.

ALZHEIMER’S November 9 at 11 am Clubhouse Ballroom Shopping - Lunch - Hat Contest All for a Good Cause! Tickets: $25 on sale October 10 at the Clubhouse Activities Office Hats On For

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter September 2022 100 Years of Captain Jack! see p. 8 Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Oct. Issue Deadline: Sept.15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ COVER PHOTO: NORM STERN Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 SEPT. 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. SEPTEMBER 5 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 12 • Birthdays and Anniversaries • Bite Me Monday — Donations of pet food and/or supplies for the Humane Society of Polk County • Featured Speaker: Lori Edwards - Polk County Supervisor of Elections • Featured Vendors: Bond Clinic, Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Group, and Matt Simpson with Edward Jones SEPTEMBER 19 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday — monthly collection of nonperishable items for a local food bank SEPTEMBER 26 • Blast from the Past with David Harrison • Featured Speaker: Medicare Fraud Self Defense • Featured Vendor: Groutsmith and Matthew Grubb with Morgan Stanley IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 16 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 30 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 39 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, September 19, 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, September 16, 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY & TRASH/RECYCLING PICKUP The Clubhouse offices will be closed on Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day. There will be no Monday Coffee. Normal operating hours will resume Tuesday, September 6. Residents in Winter Haven will have their trash and recycling picked up Tuesday, September 6, and Lake Wales will be picked up Saturday, September 10. Please do not bring your receptacles to the curb until Monday (WH) or Friday (LW) evening. Contact Republic Services with any questions at 863-665-1489. BE SURE TO SHOUT IT … BINGO! Join friends and neighbors for Bingo on Mondays in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Doors open at 5 and games start at 6:30. Cash prizes given away every Monday! There will be no Bingo on Monday, September 5 due to Labor Day. 6 NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: September 14 and 28 from 8:30 to 11:30 am Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 8:30 to 11:30 am BOOKMOBILE September 14 and 28, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot FOOD TRUCKS In the Clubhouse West Parking Lot - stay tuned to media for additions, changes, and menus! September 2, 11 am to 3 pm: Topsy’s September 5, 2:30 - 6:30: K&E Italian Kitchen September 9, 4 - 8 pm: Smokin’ Oak BBQ September 11, 2:30 to 6:30 pm: Kona Ice and Topsy’s Soul Food September 12, 11 to 6 pm: Top Dog September 13, 4 to 7:30 pm: K&E Italian Kitchen September 15, 4 to 7:30 pm: Tallulah’s Table by the Sea September 20, 11 am to 3 pm: Topsy’s Soul Food September 23, 4 to 7:30 pm: Sikes Southern BBQ September 25, 2:30 to 6:30 pm: Top Dog September 27, 4 to 7:30 pm: Tallulah’s Table by the Sea September 29, 4 to 7:30 pm: Smokin’ Oak BBQ NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is September 14 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse. Sign up at either Activities Desk. Clubs and groups who want to set up a table can email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com to reserve. SIGN UP FOR BLAST EMAILS Visit lakeashtoncdd.com or scan this QR code with your smartphone to be directed to the website where you can sign up to receive electronic news blasts from the Clubhouse and HFC, Eagle’s Nest, and/or Pro Shop. 7

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT: JACK DAVENPORT John (Jack) Arthur Davenport was born on August 9, 1922, in Newark, New Jersey. A birthday party to celebrate Jack’s 100th birthday was held on August 6 at the HFC. Jack is a Lake Ashton resident and WWII Navy Veteran who enlisted after Pearl Harbor, flew in the Pacific, and served in the Pentagon as a Navy Senate Liaison Officer. He has been married to his wife Betty for 31 years, and they have 12 children and 27 grandchildren and 48 great grandchildren! He has lived in Lake Ashton since 2006. He and Betty founded the Lake Ashton Republican Club, and he has served as Chaplain of the Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA). His family is also known for holding their annual Cheesecake Baking Contest at Lake Ashton! The contest has been going on for 30 years. Here’s to 100 years of memories. Happy Birthday, Jack! THANK YOU ! Thank you to the following residents for their help with the Restaurant Redesign Project and the countless number of volunteer hours they contributed. Stay tuned for a great reveal event coming soon! • Ann Heaton: labor help and overall design • Barbara Ann Comer & John Candler: photo contributions • BOLLA (Blankets of Love Lake Ashton): sewing the curtains that have been hung in the Restaurant Dining Room • Debbi Crosby: labor help • Dennis Krupinski: labor help & photo contributions • Larry Hillock: labor help 8 SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE A SUCCESS ONCE AGAIN! By Carolyn Bishop The Wahneta Elementary School Principal, staff, teachers and most especially families would like to thank the Lake Ashton Community for their overwhelming generosity. The School Supply Drive has filled the school’s empty shelves and filled backpacks for every student at the school. Thank you to every resident who donated a check, supplies or time to make this a big success. Besides all the items dropped off at the HFC and Clubhouse from the general population, the Brennans and the Pinehurst Loop volunteers personally donated and filled over 300 backpacks with supplies at the HFC before getting delivered to the school. This was a remarkable showing of what one relatively small community group could accomplish! Thank you! NATIONAL GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY IS SEPTEMBER 28 Establish the mindset of a good neighbor with these five pillars for building great neighborhoods. The Good Neighbor Mindset 1. Connection. Introduce yourself and connect with others in your neighborhood. It simply starts by saying, “Hello." 2. Invitation. Invite neighbors to join you for a meal or something fun. Gather around a table because the Latin word "communitas" means the spirit of community and it's measured by the number of meals shared together. 3. Celebration. When it comes to birthdays, anniversaries or milestone moments in the lives of others, cheer them on and don't miss out on congratulating them. 4. Awareness. Keep your eyes and ears open. Stay attentive to the safety and security of the people and homes nearby. We are safer and stronger together. 5. Availability. Availability is the highest benefit of good neighbors who truly care and look out for one another. When needed, show up to help and support others living around you. Source: www.NationalGoodNeighborDay.com 9

LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director There are only four more months left in the year and staff is busy wrapping up the entertainment schedule for 2023. There are so many fun things planned. Look out for the insert in the LA Times announcing the 2023 Entertainment Series Shows. Details for upcoming events including the Rockin' New Years Eve Party are listed on page 26. Information on how you can support the LALGA Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament by getting tickets to the Party in Pink and Tea for Tatas events are listed on page 24. Mark your calendar with the party dates on page 29. It is going to be a great four months! The Lake Ashton Community Development District Board of Supervisors met August 15 to adopt the budget for the 2023 fiscal year that begins on October 1, 2022. The Board voted on an operations and maintenance assessment of $2,269 per unit for FY 2023, a $300 increase. A digital copy of the adopted budget is available for viewing on lakeashtoncdd.com under "Budgets". The upcoming CDD Meeting schedule was also adopted and meetings will continue to be held on the third Monday of each month from October 2022 – September 2023. There are two exceptions: the meetings in January and February 2023 will be held on the fourth Monday (January 23 and February 27). A wrap up report of additional Board actions was sent out on August 19 via email. Residents that would like a copy of this report should email Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. As many new residents are welcomed to the community, there is higher demand than ever for tickets and activity registrations. Please get in the habit of bringing a Lake Ashton identification card when coming to the Clubhouse to purchase tickets or when using any of the amenities at Lake Ashton. This is helpful in getting to know all of the new residents in Lake Ashton not to mention many events and activities are available to residents only when first released so bringing a resident ID helps to identify residents quickly. Residents may purchase tickets for their guests two weeks after tickets go on sale to residents. The only exception to this is the Entertainment Series Season Tickets which are available for residents only. If individual tickets are available then those may be purchased by residents for their guests, two weeks after tickets go on sale to residents. Please direct any questions to Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. Enjoy the last few weeks of summer (remember to stay hydrated) and don't forget hurricane season doesn't end until November 30. Stay prepared! Join the Garden Club, Supervisors, and Staff at the Clubhouse Pet Play Park on Tuesday, September 6 at 9 am to help install two Oak Trees. Gene the Barefoot Gardener will be helping with installing the trees and will also be answering any questions residents have regarding the trees and why they were chosen for this area. These trees will be at Lake Ashton for years to come for everyone to enjoy. 10 11 ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1381 6/22

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Hello September! Some of our residents will begin coming back to Lake Ashton this month and we welcome them back to some great events for this fall. The HFC Media Center welcomes any resident to help with the new 3D puzzle of the White House. If this is successful, we will get more of these. We have a couple of new activity opportunities that we’re working on, and staff is excited about them! After more of the details are ironed out, a news blast will be forthcoming soon. We’re always looking for expanding your choices for fun and learning, so if you have some additional ideas, we’d love to hear from you. There is a suggestion box inside the HFC Media Center or stop in and share in person. The LA II CDD Board met on August 19th. Very importantly, there will be no increase in the Operations and Maintenance assessments for FY 2023 for residents living in the Winter Haven area of Lake Ashton. It was voted upon to keep JaniKing Cleaning Services at the HFC. Stop in and say hello to Enrique… he’s cleaning Mondays thru Fridays. On Monday, August 29th there was a Joint Lake Ashton District Workshop to further discuss the Joint Amenities Policies. That information is not available at the time this LA Times is published, but media has been sent out regarding possible changes/additions to those policies. If you have any questions, please contact either the HFC Activities Desk or the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Formal minutes of these meetings can be found at the Lake Ashton II CDD website at lakeashton2cdd.com. Make sure to read The Lake Ashton West Connection this month as a very special person is in the resident highlight. Jack Davenport turned 100 years old recently and he’s our feature for this month’s edition. They are available at the HFC Reception Area. We’re always very interested in our residents, so if you are, or know of a person who would like to be featured, please contact mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com. 12 Stop by the HFC Thursday, September 22 at 1 pm to sign up for a free produce bag with an informational seminar about healthcare plans. There will be a signup sheet next to the Activities Desk. 13

and by no means meant to be intrusive. Questions regarding security procedures can be directed to LACDD Supervisor and Chairman Robert Plummer at rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com, or Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. ENERGY SAVINGS AT THE HFC • Stop by the Activities Office to put in an application if you are interested in volunteering in any of the following positions at the Clubhouse. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know more about what goes on behind the scenes. • Activities Desk Volunteer • Event Set-up • Event Break-down • Other Event Support • Are you willing to volunteer for a few hours on Election Day?LARC is holding Poll Watcher training on Wednesday, September 7 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the LA Clubhouse. Sarah Calamunci from CCDF will conduct the training. If you're interested please sign up at the Clubhouse. • A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road from Hwy. 27 to County Road 653 on September 29 at 9 am Please meet at the Clubhouse Lobby to pick up assignments, safety vests, trash bags and gloves. A sign-up sheet is available at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Have fun and get some exercise while keeping our community beautiful! Contact Linda Sandel if you have any questions at 863-368-0699 or Sandelly7@gmail.com. DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECKS Residents and guests entering via the visitors gate at the entrance located on Thompson Nursery Road should be prepared to show their driver's license when checking in with the Security Officer on duty. This is done to confirm the identity of the person entering the community. This is a procedure designed to add an additional level of security for residents' peace of mind 14 The final phase of the HFC LED lighting project is completed. The lights are brighter, and costs are going down due to this yearlong effort. There are also other ways to save energy at the HFC. When you are done with your event in any of the hallway rooms, please adjust the wall thermostat back to the 74-75 degrees which is the standard. The Fitness Room, the Community Center, the Sports Court, and the Racquetball Courts have programmed thermostats that are enclosed in a clear case. If you are using one of those rooms, staff will need to be notified well in advance of your event if you want a temperature change. The Fitness Room, however, will always be kept at the recommended 70 degrees for fitness training. Please call the Activities Office @ 863-595-1562 if you need assistance. The Activities Office is not open on weekends, so please call Monday thru Friday from 8 AM until 4 PM with requests. Last, but not least, closing the ice machine door and turning off the TV’s, fans, and lights when not in use will also help to conserve energy usage. We all need to be good stewards of energy consumption. PHOTO CONTEST Thank you to all the Lake Ashton residents who submitted their best shots representing life at Lake Ashton. Stay tuned to media in the month of September as blast emails will go out with instructions on how to vote for the winners. *

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By David Muller Lake Ashton has the benefit of standards to keep the community beautiful. The CDD is responsible for everything from the end of your driveway throughout the community and the HOA is responsible for everything beginning at your driveway to your home. Your cooperation as a resident is what makes Lake Ashton beautiful. The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) helps you with your wishes for changes to your property within the standards already established by you, the general population. ARC Tracker is the new software program you must use to submit requests for changes. Go to arc.lakeashtonhoa.org, type in your email address, and you will be prompted to create a new account. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS An email from noreply@arctracker.email will be sent to you confirming the registration. Make sure to add this address to your contacts as this will be the email all ARC communication will come from. Once you have completed the registration process, you will be able to log in and enter an ARC Request (see top left). You will also be able to see all current ARC Requests from residents, request paint books, view the ARC Guidelines. The ARC and HOA Board of Directors need good people who want to uphold the community standards. Without you volunteering to help, we would not be able to keep Lake Ashton the community it is and keep it that way for the future. Everyone has things to do, people to see, fun and frolic and also some sort of responsibility as residents to keep Lake Ashton the place it is. Please consider becoming a member of the ARC by contacting the ARC Chair. Consider guiding Lake Ashton as an HOA Board member. Get on the ballot next election time. Show everyone you care about our standards. Think about helping out on committees and please attend meetings in person or virtually when given the opportunity. LA (LW) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOD) Contact Information Management Company: Don Asher Michellette Ramos: Tit DC Mot WiFi Enabled Damp Ra Designs For Ey Style! Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 16 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org All Directors: directors@lakeashtonhoa.org To report a violation: include address, issue & photos, compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org President/Treasurer: Bob Prowant president@lakeashtonhoa.org Vice President Nancy Baker vp@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary2 David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary3 Steve Hogan secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT RETENTION PONDS DURING SUMMER MONTHS Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer Why is the algae in my pond not being treated? Lake Ashton CDD staff works closely with our aquatics contractor to ensure all treatments are being completed. During the summer months algae is fueled from the warm waters, sunny days, and large amounts of rain. Rain allows for “runoff” to seep into the ponds which provide food for unwanted plants, like algae. The aquatics technician is allowed to treat the ponds with approved chemicals and the frequency is every two weeks, which is determined by Southwest Florida Water Management District. My pond is full — will there be flooding if we have a hurricane? Each pond Lake Ashton CDD owns is designed to prevent flooding. Residents may notice a concrete structure in their pond. This man-made concrete structure is called an outfall structure. This is the discharge point for stormwater that prevents flooding and overflowing. Are algae blooms harmful? Algae is a natural component of the aquatic food chain and is not typically harmful to people. When will my pond begin to look better? The fall and winter months help substantially in reducing algae blooms. Cooler weather and less rain make pond conditions less desirable for algae to thrive. If there are any questions or concerns, email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. Please view the insert provided in this issue provided by LACDD Supervisor Lloyd Howison for more information. The Little Blue Heron is a tricky one. It isn't always "blue." These small herons start out white and then get blotches of blue throughout their feathers (see above) before they finally turn totally "blue" (dark slaty blue - pictured at right) as full adults (at about a year old). Little Blues "part way through" can be very interesting looking! The way to tell an all white immature Little Blue Heron from a Snowy Egret is subtle at first. The Little Blue has dull yellow legs and feet (Snowy's have the golden slippers). Little Blues also have a thicker bill which is two-toned with a gray base and a dark tip. A bi-colored bill rules out Snowy. If the bird flies away uttering a squawk of annoyance it's probably a Little Blue. There are plenty of Little Blues at Lake Ashton to practice your identification skills on. Getting a photo can help. “If You’ve Got The Time, I’ll Make It Shine!” MOBILE DETAILING 863-440-4220 Derrick Gibson 17

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MOSQUITO BITE PROTECTION A handout from the Florida Department of Health is available at the Clubhouse Information Wall and on lakeashtoncdd.com with tips on avoiding mosquito bites and the possible spread of mosquito-borne viruses. CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg at 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). ENTRANCE GATE REMINDER Please be safe when coming through the community entrances. There have been recent reports of tailgating, speeding, cutting people off, and hitting gate arms. This is a busy area and Security Officers are often outside checking vendors and visitors in and we want that area to be as safe as possible for them and everyone else. Please keep in mind there will be a charge incurred by anyone that hits a gate and staff is required to reattach the gate or replace it. ROAD SAFETY Please keep in mind the streets in Lake Ashton are very narrow and there are many forms of traffic heightening the danger during busy times. The following practices will help alleviate dangerous situations on the road. Please encourage vendors doing work at your home to follow the practices below to ensure the roads of Lake Ashton are as safe as possible. Remember, a complete stop means stopping just before the white stop bar, whether before or after the posted stop sign. It only takes a moment to follow the traffic controls in place to potentially prevent a serious accident. • Do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle • Do not park on a curve • Park as close to the curb as possible 20 All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 21 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 2021 Best Of HAVEN

MOVI ES SEPTEMBER 6 — 8 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THIRTEEN LIVES 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 22MIN Thirteen Lives recounts the incredible true story of the tremendous global effort to rescue a Thai soccer team who become trapped in the Tham Luang cave during an u n e x p e c t e d r a i n s t o r m . F a c e d w i t h insurmountable odds, a team of the world's most skilled and experienced divers -- uniquely able to navigate the maze of flooded, narrow cave tunnels -- join with Thai forces and more than 10,000 volunteers to attempt a harrowing rescue of the twelve boys and their coach. With impossibly high stakes and the entire world watching, the group embarks on their most challenging dive yet, showcasing the limitlessness of the human spirit in the process. SEPTEMBER 13 — 15 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM RISE 2022 | PG | 1h 53MIN After emigrating from Nigeria to Greece, the Antetokounmpo family struggles to survive and provide for their five children, while living under the daily threat of deportation. When they weren't selling items to tourists on the streets of Athens with the rest of the family, the brothers - Giannis (Uche Agada) and Thanasis (Ral Agada) - would play basketball with a local youth team. Latecomers to the sport, they discovered their great abilities on the basketball court and worked hard to become world class athletes, along with brother, Kostas (Jaden Osimuwa). With the help of an agent, Giannis entered the NBA Draft in 2013 in a long shot prospect that would change not only his life but the life of his entire family. And last season, Giannis and Thanasis helped bring the Milwaukee Bucks their first championship ring in 50 years, while Kostas played for the previous season champs, the Los Angeles Lakers. SEPTEMBER 20 — 22 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM ELVIS 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 39MIN Elvis's story is seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks). As told by Parker, the film delves into the complex dynamic between the two spanning over 20 years, from Presley's rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. Central to that journey is one of the significant and influential people in Elvis's life, Priscilla Presley. SEPTEMBER 27 — 29 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 5MIN Kya is an abandoned girl who raised he r s e l f t o adu l t hood i n t he dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years, rumors of the "Marsh Girl" haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately cast by the community as the main suspect. As the case unfolds, the verdict as to what actually happened becomes increasingly unclear, threatening to reveal the many secrets that lay within the marsh. ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM SEPTEMBER 2 GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS 1992 | R | 1H 40MIN Jack Lemmon, Al Pacino, Ed Harris and Alan Arkin chew the words of David Mamet's script (based on his own stage play) as a group of Chicago real estate salesmen vying for the best "leads" at a small firm that sells property in resort areas. SEPTEMBER 9 AT 11 AM (NO 3 PM SHOWING) THE SPACE BETWEEN 2010 | PG | 1H 26MIN A cynical, alcoholic flight attendant (Melissa Leo) and a PakistaniAmerican child prodigy find themselves both thrown together in the aftermath of the World Trade Center Attacks. SEPTEMBER 16 THE GOODBYE GIRL 1977 | PG | 1H 50MIN Ex-Broadway hoofer Paula (Marsha Mason) lives with her daughter in the New York flat of her most recent lost love, who has sublet the place. Enter brash actor and sublessee Elliot (Richard Dreyfuss, in an Oscar winning performance), who doesn't have the heart to oust them. A mismatch from the get-go, Paula and Elliot are mutually contemptuous. But that changes when his vulnerability shows after a wretched theatrical debut. SEPTEMBER 23 THE LAKE HOUSE 2006 | PG | 1H 39MIN A lonely doctor (Sandra Bullock), who once lived in a beautiful 23 lakeside home, falls in love via letters with its latest resident, a frustrated architect (Keanu Reeves). When they discover that they are living two years apart, the pair must unravel the mystery behind their incredible romance. SEPTEMBER 30 - 11 AM (NO 3 PM SHOWING) STRANGE BREW 1983 | PG | 1H 30MIN Hoping to snag some free beer by helping a brewery owner reclaim her business, goofy brothers Bob (Rick Moranis) and Doug (Dave Thomas) end up battling criminal Brewmeister Smith (Max von Sydow), who plans to take over the world by releasing his hypnotic suds to the public. Can the beerguzzling masses count on these "hosers" to save the day? Paul Dooley and Lynne Griffin also star in this gut-busting vintage comedy.

EVENTS HUMP DAY KARAOKE Celebrate making it halfway through the week with karaoke on the second Wednesday of each month with DJ Wayne! The next karaoke date will be September 14. Get your $2 tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. BYOB! TOGA PARTY AT THE HFC Party like the Greeks at the LA Toga Party! Stop by the HFC September 23 to celebrate a night from 7 to 10 pm. The Toga theme party stars DJ Wayne as the disc jockey. Togas are not mandatory, but there will be prizes for the “Top Togas.” It's just a night full of music and dancing with your friends and neighbors. Party like it's MCMXCIX! JEWISH HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES The Lake Ashton community is invited to attend the Jewish High Holiday Services. Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) will be September 25 at 7 pm in the HFC Community Center. Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) will be October 4 at 7 pm in the HFC Community Center. Yizkor (Memorial Service) will be October 5 at 2 pm in the HFC Community Center. All residents are encouraged to attend and find out why the New Year is celebrated in September. For more info, contact David Harrison at 863-326-6418. SUNDAY FUNDAY Live music in the Clubhouse Ballroom, good times, great memories, need we say more? Get your $3 tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. September 11 — Music: Rick Arnold 24 Food truck: Kona Ice and Topsy’s Soul Food September 25 — Music: George Morris Food Truck: Top Dog Event is from 3 – 6 pm and you can bring your own drinks and snacks, or purchase food from the food truck in the Parking Lot. PARTY IN PINK Join the fight against breast cancer on October 14 and help raise funds for the LALGA Pink Ribbon urnament at the Clubhouse’s Party in Pink! A roaring good time will be had with Dueling Pianos for the entertainment and a perfectly pink snack bar will be available to munch on during the event. The Dueling Pianos performers will also be donating a portion of their tips to the LALGA Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament, so be sure to bring your requests and cash with you! BYOB! Tickets go on sale for $20 on September 5 after Monday Coffee at the Clubhouse Activities Office. TEA FOR TATAS Help raise awareness for breast cancer by breaking out your best décor for Tea for Tatas at the Clubhouse on October 20 at 12 pm. Have a blast decorating your table with whatever tickles your fancy, but don’t forget your tea cups! Tickets are available for $15, please indicate if you would like to decorate your own table or if you would like to sit at a table already decorated. A selection of tea sandwiches and petite desserts will be brought to each table and a tea bar with hot and iced tea will be available. Our own LALGA will be in attendance raising money for the Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament so bring cash or checks to give donations towards a great cause! Tickets go on sale September 12 at the Clubhouse Activities Office after Monday Coffee. DISCO PARTY! 09.09 — 6 PM CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM LIVE DJ — FOOD TRUCK — BYOB! TICKETS: $5 AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK (CHECK PAYABLE TO LACDD, VISA, OR MASTERCARD) 25

PARTY IN THE CITY! CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR NEW YORK STYLE IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM! 7 PM TO DEC 31ST New York Style Small Plates: • Italian sausage & peppers on Italian bread • Roast beef bruschetta • Fresh shrimp ceviche • Pasta station with chicken or vegetables • Pizza logs • Fruit and cheese display • Champagne toast • BYOB! MIDNIGHT Two bands will be rockin’ all night with live performances! Tickets: $50 at the Clubhouse Activities Office Noisemakers, novelty toys, and lots of confetti provided! Lake Ashton’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve! CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM 11 AM TO 2 PM SALAD BAR, BISCUITS WITH SAUSAGE GRAVY, ROASTED CHICKEN & PORK WITH COLLARD GREENS & BLACK EYED PEAS, SHRIMP & GRITS, PENNE ALLA VODKA, SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH BACON & BREAKFAST POTATOES, PANCAKES, FRUIT & PASTRY BAR WITH BAGELS, COFFEE, & ORANGE JUICE. BRING YOUR OWN CHAMPAGNE OR BEVERAGES! TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES OFFICE BRUNCH ALONE: $30 ROCKIN’ NEW YEAR’S EVE & BRUNCH: $75 WHAWRAP-UP REPORT! T A FANTASTIC CAMP LAKE ASHTON THIS YEAR! THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE VOLUNTEER CAMP COUNSELORS THIS YEAR WHO HELPED MAKE CAMP POSSIBLE. CAMPERS HAD MANY FUN ACTIVITIES TO CHOOSE FROM AND GREAT TIMES WERE HAD AT THE JAMBOREE AND THE HOEDOWN. THANKS AGAIN TO THESE AMAZING SPONSORS: CHRIS GRAVES INSURANCE, HECTOR GOMEZ, MATTHEW SIMPSON OF EDWARD JONES, THE GROUTSMITH, MATTHEW GRUBB OF MORGAN STANLEY, MILLER'S CENTRAL AIR, AND ART'S GOLF CARS. 27 Rise and Shine with New Year's Day Brunch! Camp Lake Ashton

20 YEARS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES AT LAKE ASHTON! 2023 marks 20 years of the Entertainment Series at Lake Ashton! Check out the insert in this issue for information on this year’s acts: January 27 - The Bronx Wanderers February 3 - Steve Solomon February 17 - Shake Baby Shake February 24 - Forbidden Broadway March 9 - Gary Puckett and the Union Gap March 31 - The Edwards Twins Current Season Ticket holders can renew their tickets October 3 — 28 Upgrade and Exchange Period for Current Season Ticket Holders will be November 1 -- 4 New Season Tickets are on sale November 14 — December 23 You don't want to miss this series of shows! Entertainment Series season tickets are for residents only and you must have a valid Lake Ashton Resident ID or Driver's License with a Lake Ashton address listed in order to purchase. Take a look at page 6 for information on when Lake Ashton Resident IDs are issued. Sign up for any of the below trips at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check payable to Small World Tours. Activity Level 1: anyone can go on this trip, appropriate for all mobility levels Activity Level 2: some uneven sidewalks, possibly stairs, walking a block or more, more strenuous SEPTEMBER 7 - 8: FT. MYERS MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN & EDISON AND FORD ESTATES - $325/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $65 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT). ONLY 5 SPOTS LEFT! PAYMENT IS DUE IN FULL ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 OCTOBER 15: FALL ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL - $39/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 **NEW! SECOND DATE ADDED FOR THIS TRIP — OCTOBER 16! NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2: ST. AUGUSTINE - $479/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $145 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) . ONLY 8 SPOTS LEFT! ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 Lake Ashton BusTrips 28 HATS ON FOR ALZHEIMER’S By Judy Puntureri & Kristy McKibben Join your friends and neighbors for a fun afternoon of lunch and shopping Wednesday, November 9 the Lake Ashton Ballroom, and all for a wonderful cause! The Babes in Lakeland 'store' will open at 11 am just prior to lunch, and stay open until 3 pm. Plus, enjoy a 10% discount on anything you purchase. Why not whet your appetite by checking out babesinlakeland.com prior to arriving! Tickets will go on sale on October 10 after Monday Coffee. LAPAC FALL FUN & CORN MAZE By Cheryl Winchester Fall is coming faster than we think. LAPAC (Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corp.) is holding a giant corn maze along with other exciting activities. So mark your calendar for Saturday, November 12, and stay tuned for more details to follow! CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE By Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton Here’s hoping everyone has been enjoying the summer and while it’s still pretty warm outside, let’s start thinking of cooler temperatures and ‘that wonderful time of the year.’ Please be sure you mark the calendar for the beautiful FROSTED CRYSTAL CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE planned for Friday, December 9 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Music will be provided by B.Haven, one of Central Florida's premier bands. A catered buffet dinner includes a Beef Carving Station, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Vegetable Lasagna, along with the sides we enjoy so 29 CALLING ALL CRAFTERS! The LA Purple Stars, your Relay For Life Team, will be sponsoring a booth selling hand crafted items at the December 14 Lake Ashton Bi-Monthly Market. 100% of the proceeds of all donated items sold will go to the American Cancer Society. Items are needed to fill the booth. If you have a craft you enjoy, please consider making one to donate, and share this info with your crafty friends. There are a limited amount of supplies available to share if needed. The Purple Stars will also be contacting businesses in the area, asking for donations. Please Contact Judy Ridpath at 650-678-1174 with any questions. UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM • November 12 – Fall Festival • December 14 – Holidays Around the World • January 17 — Lake Ashton Club Fair • January 20 — LA Purple Stars Chili Cook-off • January 21 – LA Cruise-In Car Show • February 14 – Valentine’s Day with Elvis much will be provided by a favorite, Cam's Catering. Don’t forget to BYOB. Tickets will be on sale for $40 each starting September 12 at Monday Coffee, check only. Tickets will be on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Office. Please provide the names of each person if you reserve a table. Call Debby Landgrebe with questions at 863-268-8193. Looking forward to a festive, decked-out crowd and a wonderful, fun time, so plan on coming!

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The LALGA is sponsoring another creative event for the entire Lake Ashton golf community. Coming off a successful Nine, Wine and Dine, Martinis, Mulligans and Munchies will take place on Friday evening, September 30 at 4 pm. The event will include a nine-hole scramble with each team having a mulligan to use at their discretion, five incredibly delicious martini tastings with food pairings to match. Get your foursome together and sign up beginning September 12. In preparation for the return of the snowbirds, the league is working hard to create tournaments and activities for all to enjoy. November 6 will kick off the Pink Ribbon Tournament with a dance featuring the Rusty Trumpet Band. A prize will be awarded for the best decorated table. This year, the entire table must be purchased in full for $80. There will be no $10 deposit required. Get together with your friends and buy your table(s) beginning October 1. Also available at the dance will be a preview of the Silent Auction items. Raffle tickets will be sold (5 for $10) so don’t miss out on a chance to win some of the amazing raffles. This year, in order to make the tournament and luncheon run more smoothly the committee has decided to make it a Chinese Auction rather than a straight raffle. You may choose the items you wish to win. Good luck! Two days later, November 8, the Pink Ribbon Scramble Tournament will take place with a luncheon to follow. All funds raised benefit the Watson Clinic Foundation and to date Lake Ashton has donated just over $80,000. The committee is hoping to exceed the $100,000 donation mark this year. So, sponsor the event, buy your dance and raffle tickets, mulligans, bows, socks, shoelaces, flowers and bid on the silent auction items; all in an effort to help support this remarkable cause. 30 January 16/17 is the Solheim Cup with the pairing party on January 10. February 6/7 will host the Member-Member Tournament.So pick your partner early. Come out with your friends, enjoy the camaraderie and compete to win. See you all on the course! Meet Alina Lindstrom Alina has just recently joined the LALGA. Born in Cuba, Alina lived much of her life in South Florida. She has worked for several companies but has spent most of her adult life as a paralegal. She met her husband John in Coconut Grove and eight months after their first date they were married. Alina says, “John is the nicest person you would ever want to meet.” They were married on July 4 and just celebrated their 37th anniversary. Alina and John have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. For 8 ½ years Alina and John traveled the country in their RV. In 2020, while walking their dog, Alina noticed an RV with a Lake Ashton license plate. She remarked to John that it was time they settled down and sold the RV. After fully investigating everything Lake Ashton had to offer, they decided that LA was where they wanted to spend their golden years. John wanted golf and Alina, activities. Alina began playing golf four years ago with a year of lessons at the Sebring’s Municipal Golf Course. After moving to LA she met Karen Ferrande who introduced her to the Niners. She played with the Niners for a bit before she decided to move over to the LALGA so she “could beat her husband in golf.” As hobbies, Alina makes landscape quilts, plays pickleball, bowls, reads and loves to travel. Alina is excited to be a part of the LALGA and thinks the league has a “lovely group of ladies. “Every lady I’ve met so far is a boatload of fun,” according to Alina. She is “looking forward to spending many years of enjoyment in this community.” Welcome to the league, Alina Lindstrom! Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Kirwan’s Real Estate Skills Stands Out The thing that stands out with me is Brad was perceptive to what I as the seller needed to accomplish. There are other things to care about in addition to the sale of the house. Brad is friendly and his smile genuine. He communicated clearly; and I feel he is an excellent and fair negotiator. I would nominate him for the Realtor of the Year Award. Jim Phillips Verified by RateMyAgent 12 August 2021 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt ANOTHER Hole-InOne! On July 14, during Mixer League, Marti Schmidt (yes, this author, pictured at left) got a hole-inone on 3 West (yes, the dreaded overthe-water-shot). Two Niners actually made hole in ones during the month of July – must be some kind of record here at Lake Ashton! Janet Luke was featured for her feat in the previous issue of the LA Times. If you were wondering, here’s a bit of information about our league: The LA Niners Golf Association is organized for weekly play of nine holes of golf. Our league is a great place for beginners to learn the game of golf, its rules and etiquette, and for seasoned golfers to improve and continue their love for the game in a very comfortable, encouraging, and social environment. We enjoy different and fun games of nine-hole golf each week, monthly lunch with friends, occasional tournaments with other leagues and season opening and ending luncheons. It’s a great way to meet other golfers, have a good time, and create long lasting friendships. There are annual and summer membership options. Niners membership has grown to over 100 players. The next season starts on October 4. Looking forward to seeing you all there! Still have questions? Ready to join? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! If you make a holein-one, send your name, date, hole, and course number to be featured in the LA Times to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com AVON PARK More Choices Best Prices... The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! NOW Get a... INTRODUCING with a mattress set purchase 863-402-1688 WWW.TURNERFURNITUREONLINE.COM AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 33 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1393 8/22 $300 GIFT CARD

CLUBS LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves BOLLA By Linda Warden The meeting this month is September 21 at 6:30 pm in the ballroom near the stage. This will be a very focused meeting regarding the upcoming Craft Fair and upcoming events to support the troops. Although there were no meetings this summer, the Team Captains for the various committees have been busy. Anyone considering joining this group is invited to come by. It will be a wonderful opportunity to experience the generosity of this group and of course, your VP here is about smiles. The 2022 Craft Show is October 22 and bakers are needed! The Craft Show Bake Shop was very successful last year. The top items sold were cookies, banana bread or other loaf breads (large or small). Pies and cakes were also popular. In addition, we invite you to support our vendors. Call Chris at 863514-5368 or Joan at 239-851-7899. LAVA VIDEO INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY BOLLA wants to give a big thank you to Vicki Creek and her team and the ladies of Sew What for all their help. These ladies finished the edges of some of the blankets and ponchos that BOLLA gives to the schools and the homeless. Great job, ladies! This mission couldn’t be done without the help of the giving people in this wonderful community. As always, BOLLA meets on Monday at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Craft Room. Please join! GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Do you have records and documents collected for your ancestors but don't know what to do with them? Come to the meeting September 14 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room, and learn how to get organized. Learn and enjoy the company and camaraderie of your friends and neighbors at the same time. For more information, contact Jane at 815-545-6655. GARDEN CLUB By Lyn Davis The Garden Club team LAVA is hosting a video interview team from the Library of Congress that will visit Lake Ashton October 8 & 9 to interview local veterans. You do not need to be a LAVA member to be interviewed. This is the team’s third visit to Lake Ashton because of the large veteran population and their willingness to share their military stories. Interviews are open to Lake Ashton veterans of all branches and ranks, whether or not they served in a combat zone. Each interview lasts approximately 45 minutes after a brief orientation and will be held in the Clubhouse Card Room. Veterans wishing to be interviewed must have appointment — contact LAVA coordinator Cal Posner at calposner@aol.com or 678-464-7331 to schedule. There is no charge for the interviews and they will be available to the public at the library’s website under the “Veterans History Project” tab. has been busy planning for fall even though meetings have been on hiatus. This past August 34 the Garden Club helped Camp Lake Ashton construct patio stones. The talent in the community, support and participation was outstanding! The club also provided plants for the macrame planters that many talented people made in the Camp Lake Ashton macrame event! Please join the group on September 14 in the Craft Room at 10 am. Ideas for the fall, how to move forward, and what members value for future meetings will be discussed. A special thank you to Activities Assistant Caroline who felt confident in the club, provided support ,and made Camp Lake Ashton a success! (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 35

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club monthly meeting is September 1 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be from 4 to 4:30. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The September speakers are Veysel Dokur, candidate for Florida State Senate seat, and Markeishia Smith, candidate for Polk County Commission, District 4. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet on September 28 at the Clubhouse. Social time begins at 3:30 pm, with the meeting following at 4. At this month’s meeting, winners of the August 23rd primaries as well as other candidates running for election in November will speak. As a followup on two previous events, there was a fantastic turnout for the Candidate Jamboree in July and a great 100th birthday tribute to Jack Davenport on August 6. Mark your calendars for the annual Christmas Party coming up December 3! Contact: Brenda Bush-Sayre, bbs1954@icloud.com, 813-313-9911. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In August, the group discussed several outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for dinners and lunches during August. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month in the Pavilion will be moved during the remaining hot months. In August, it was held in the HFC Craft Room. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on September 4. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Attention, residents who like to swim for fitness & health but don't feel safe doing it alone. The LA Swim Club solves that safety i ssue by offering three workout times each week (Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am). Swimmers either follow a club-provided written workout or do their own thing. For those who wish to improve stroke efficiency or learn new sk i l l s , the c l ub' s vol unteer i ns t ruc tor / coach provides tips. Many club members enjoy the camaraderie and swim simply for fitness. For those who like (or need) motivation, the club has a swim-for-distance challenge chart and we encourage members to participate in regional Senior Games Swimming competition. The competition is divided by gender and age (5-year groupings from 50 to 100+). Speaking of which, we have four members who will compete in the 21st Annual Gainesville Senior Games swim meet on September 11. 36 The club wishes good luck and fast swims to Cathy Liska, Sandy Papineau, Sharon Swanson, and Gena Thornburg. Joining the club is free. For more info., email Coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com. Come join us, your grandchildren will be surprised when you show them your skills! LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer; those days of painting, and friendships, and cheer. Time sure flies when having a good time and now summer is almost done. The group will continue to meet in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Various members will continue to share their skills and you can do a lot of "paint what you enjoy painting". The point is not to paint a master piece, but to have a good time. Newcomers are always welcome and will be lent the supplies needed for your first meeting. A lot of people say that they want to come but can't paint or draw. Well, we proved that isn't necessary in one of the classes in August when everyone dropped different colored paint on rocks and created a pattern by blowing through a straw. After the rock dried, words were written on the unique backgrounds — and voila, pieces of art that your friends in Lake Ashton love to find. If you are here and want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join the meetings September 7 and 21. In order to attend, join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com) to say you are coming. If the meeting has to be canceled at the last minute, it will be posted on the LA Rockers Facebook group page. If in doubt, check before you come. Also, please continue sending prayers for Alice Mayer's recovery — your prayers are seriously working wonders. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 37 www.jimsfloordepot.com

MIND&BODY ASL CLASSES American Sign Language Classes begin September 6 with the Beginning Class at 1 pm and Intermediate at 2 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. If you haven't already contacted Shelley with your name and which class you want to attend, email shelleyknee@gmail.com to be added to the class list. Beginning class will be using an easy book called "Signing For Kids" by Mickey Flodin. ISBN 0-399-51672-7 Available on Amazon both new and in used condition. For new students: beginner class won’t go too fast, but you will have to do your part and practice between lessons. Questions? Contact Shelley Knee at 864-363-2014. GROWING COOL SEASON VEGETABLES Join UF/IFAS Extension experts to learn how to plant, grow, and harvest a cool season garden in Central Florida. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. This free class will be held September 21 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. FLU SHOTS September 26, October 24, and November 14 from 8:30 to 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Bring your insurance card. CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION / MUS IC HISTORY SERIES Join Ken Hoffman, a retired Lake Ashton resident who has taught classical music history courses for nearly a decade at various institutions including the Continuing Education Department at the University of North Florida, as he takes residents through the history of classical music chronologically, starting with the Medieval era, going to the mid-20th century. Hundreds of great musical works will be explained as well as the lives of the composers who wrote them. Residents will discuss music in the context of the other arts of the era, as well as historical events that influenced the arts; politics, wars, religion, science and technology, the rise of the middle class, the Enlightenment, etc. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall as space is limited. This class will be held Mondays at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Cinema, starting October 3. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT An all-encompassing Caregiver Support Group facilitated by the Alzheimer's Association will be held on the third Tuesday of each month through December, beginning October 18 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This group is for Caregivers and Care partners of people living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, Cancer, and Diabetes. People who are living with the disease are welcome to attend with their care partner. We will meet together for approximately 30 minutes and then the group will split into two separate groups with two separate facilitators. This support group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for everyone to develop a support system. Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings, needs, and concerns, and learn about community resources. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. 39

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LA STEPPERS The popular fitness class from the 90’s is also popular here in Lake Ashton, and will continue this fall on Thursdays, October 6, November 3, and December 1 at 5 pm in the HFC Community Room. Class duration is 1 hour. Prior to class there will be a refresher of basic steps. Participants must bring their own step. There is no charge for this class. Certified Instructor is LA Resident Sue Fitzgerald. Questions? Call Sue at 904-566-2846. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. WILLS, TRUSTS, & LIFETIME PLANNING 2023 BOOT CAMP This monthly boot camp will teach you how to create a Lifetime Comprehensive Plan. Jason Penrod, Board Certified Elder Law Expert, Financial Advisor, & founder of Family Elder Law, will lead you on a stepby-step year-long journey towards “peace of mind”. Email Agnus (avera@familyelderlaw.com) to enroll as space is limited. Classes begin in January 2023 in the Clubhouse Cinema. January: “Where do I start? Estate vs. Lifetime Planning?” February: “Who will make my medical decisions?” March: “Who will protect my assets and pay my bills?” April: “Who will receive my assets when I die? Will my family have to probate?” May: “What is the best way to avoid probate?” June: “Should I have a Trust? What does “Funding Your Trust” mean?” July: “How do I know medical bills will be covered? Medicare?” August: “Will can I protect what I have? Do I have enough to last my lifetime?” September: “How will I pay for nursing home care?” October: “Am I forgetting something?” November: “What if life happens? When should I review my plan?” December (Graduation!): “How do I share my “peace of mind” & bless others?” 42

Lake Ashton’s September 29 - 6 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Music Jimmy & Eckhard will provide traditional German folk entertainment. Enjoy lively music complete with singing. yodeling.and folk instruments! Food Soft Pretzels w/ Beer Cheese & Mustards Marinated Roasted Pork w/ Mustard and Coriander Gravy Bratwurst w/ buns, Sauerkraut & Pickled Red Cabbage Warm German Potato Salad Warm Apple Strudel BYOB! Tickets: $45 at the Clubhouse Activities Office

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter August 2022 Simply the Best! SKI SHOW + SUMMER FUN = CAMP LAKE ASHTON! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Sept. Issue Deadline: Aug.15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 AUGUST 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. AUGUST 1 Birthdays and Anniversaries Camp Lake Ashton Kick-Off Featured Speaker: TECO Energy Audit Information Featured Vendors: Melissa Kincaid with Edward Jones, Christine Graves Insurance AUGUST 8 Bite Me Monday (Donations such as old towels, toys, pet food and supplies for the Polk County Humane Society) Featured Speaker: City of Lake Wales Updates AUGUST 15 NO MONDAY COFFEE — BOARD MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - (monthly collection of nonperishable items for a local food bank) AUGUST 22 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: All About Aging - Fall Sensors and More Home Safety Technology Featured Vendor: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones AUGUST 29 Featured Speaker: Visit Central Florida Featured Vendor: All About Aging IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 26 CLUBS 30 MIND & BODY 34 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, August 15 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, August 19 at 9 am Health & Fitness Center CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (or by appointment) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily GUEST & RENTER REGISTRATION All guests and renters must be registered and have a Facilities Guest Pass to use Clubhouse and HFC Amenities. To register, residents must bring at least one adult guest to the Clubhouse or HFC Activities Desk, and renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. The Clubhouse Activities Desk is staffed Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and the HFC Activities Desk is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. Guests cannot be pre registered by homeowners. RESIDENT FEEDBACK Your experiences in the Lake Ashton Community are meant to be as pleasant and memorable as possible. Please take a minute to let staff know how they are doing. There are drop off locations for feedback forms outside the Community Director's office in the both the Clubhouse and the HFC. NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: August 10 & 24 from 8:30 to 11 am Clubhouse West Parking Lot BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 8:30 to 11 am RED ROOSTER PRODUCE Clubhouse West Parking Lot August 3 & 10 from 8:30 to 11 am BOOKMOBILE August 10 & 24, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot FOOD TRUCKS In the Clubhouse West Parking Lot - stay tuned to media for additions or changes! August 1, 4 to 8 pm: One Stop August 2, 3 to 7 pm: Topsy’s Soul Food August 5, 3 to 7:30 pm - Topsy’s Soul Food August 8, 11 am to 3 pm: Top Dog August 11, 4 to 7:30 pm: Smokin’ Oak BBQ August 14, 11 to 3 pm: K&E Italian Kitchen August 14, 3 to 7 pm: Tallulah’s Table by the Sea August 16, 11 am to 3 pm: Topsy’s Soul Food August 17, 10:30 am to 3 pm: One Stop August 20, 1 to 5 pm: Smokin’ Oak BBQ August 22, 11 am to 3 pm: Topsy’s Soul Food August 25, 11 am to 3 pm: Topsy’s Soul Food August 25, 4 to 7:30 pm: Smokin’ Oak BBQ August 26, 10:30 am to 2 pm: One Stop August 28, 11 am to 3 pm: Tallulah’s Table by the Sea August 28, 3 to 7 pm: K&E Italian Kitchen August 31, 4 to 8 pm: Sikes BBQ NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is September 14 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse. Sign up at either Activities Desk. Clubs and groups who want to set up a table, please email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com to reserve a spot. 7

LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director It is hard to believe half of the year is behind us. We hope residents have enjoyed all of the activities that occurred the first half of the year and just know the best is yet to come! This month staff has worked hard to plan what we think is the best Camp Lake Ashton to date. The Cypress Gardens water ski show returns, in addition to craft classes and lots of fun get togethers. All events and supplies are FREE thanks to our wonderful sponsors! See the back cover for more information. Supervisors are busy planning the budget for the next fiscal year and will meet on August 15 at 9:30 to finalize the budget for that year. At the July 18 Board meeting Supervisors received a Reserve Study analysis that outlined the pathway to where we are now in addition to the current inflation rate and other factors that have changed over the past year. This is a very important tool that Supervisors and staff use to plan for future repairs and/or replacement of various property within the District. Staff will be researching several items that make up this reserve study so that a final version can be used to move forward with future planning. Supervisors also reviewed the budget and received an updated version of the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy that will be discussed in depth at a Joint CDD Workshop that will be scheduled in August. More details will be released via email blast when confirmed. Staff gave an update on the Restaurant Focus Group. They are working hard to evaluate the results of the survey released on July 16 and will present a report of their recommendations of what to do moving forward at the August BOS meeting. This group has done an excellent job coming up with a well thought out plan of what they feel will be viable and supported by the majority of residents. Thank you to all participants for their dedication of time. Residents should now notice the addition of new ellipticals in the Fitness Center, a new projector in the Cinema, and a new Activities Office! Supervisors work very hard to ensure they are keeping up with equipment replacement and upgrades to the Clubhouse so residents always have a great experience when visiting the amenities. The Activities Office is an exciting project that has been years in the making. Residents will now have immediate access to Resident Services when they come through the main entrance to the Clubhouse. The Club Office is located to the left where residents can book rooms for activities, buy an entrance gate opener, and access clerical services. The Activities Office is on the right with walk-up openings to volunteers and staff ready to help sell tickets, register guests, issue Resident ID cards, and much more. Don't forget to thank the Activities Office volunteers when visiting; they are always willing to help everyone with a smile on their face. They have been patient throughout the transition from the desk in the Ballroom, to a not-so-short-term desk setup in the Foyer, and finally to their new space in the Activities Office. We appreciate all they do and want to thank them for everything. Thank you to Mary Ax, David Harrison, Barbara Harrison, Judy Morgan, Marcia Blasko, Cathy Boruschewitz, Valerie Fetcho, and Karen Nelson. M Chies AVON PARK Customize Don’t Compromise! rices... e Choose from over 2000 fabrics & leathers Free IN-HOME DESIGN! 100s of Items IN STOCK & Ready for FAST DELIVERY! 863-402-1688 WWW.TURNERFURNITUREONLINE.COM AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1390 7/22

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director The summer heat of Florida is upon us, so there are many ways to enjoy your leisure time at the HFC inside the air conditioning. Billiards, the pool, Corn Hole, Basketball, Racquetball, walking inside the Community Center and Fitness Room, the Billiard-Pool Game, and the multitude of Wii Games are all available. There’s also reading and puzzles to put together in the Media Center. Some of these require setting up, so please call ahead Monday through Friday at 863-595-1562 to give staff time to check for room availability and to get your equipment set up. Notification no less than 30 minutes ahead of the time you wish to use the equipment will ensure you’ll be playing at the time you wish to do so. Questions are always welcomed about the games by calling the above number. Check the LA West Connection Newsletter for a thorough description of the games available. The final phase of the LED lighting project changeout is nearing completion. The lights are brighter, and costs are going down due to this yearlong effort. There are also other ways to save energy at the HFC. When you are done with your event in any of the hallway rooms, please adjust the wall thermostat back to the 74-75 degrees which is the standard. The Fitness Room, the Community Center, the Sports Court, and the Racquetball Courts have programmed thermostats that are enclosed in a clear case. If you are using one of those rooms and wish to have the temperature adjusted, staff will need to be notified well in advance of your event. The Fitness Room will always be kept at the recommended 70 degrees for fitness training. Again, call the number listed above to notify staff for the other rooms. Staff is not here on weekends, so please call Monday thru Friday from 8 AM until 4 PM. Closing the ice machine door and turning off the TV’s and lights when not in use will also help to conserve energy usage. We all need to be good stewards of energy consumption, right? LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com The newly revised Joint Amenities Policy will be reviewed at an upcoming workshop for both CDD’s. Its new scheduling guidelines will be in place well before the next annual renewal of activity scheduling. As this is a joint policy, both the Clubhouse and the HFC will have the same scheduling guidelines. Residents will be informed of any changes via the various official media offered at Lake Ashton. Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com

Road Construction on Berwick Drive and Ashton Club Drive will begin on August 15, weather permitting. Stay tuned to email blasts for more information regarding changes in traffic patterns or closures. PHOTO CONTEST There are many talented photographers at Lake Ashton, and we now want to now use some of the amazing pictures you are taking out there as artwork in the Clubhouse Foyer. And, of course, it’s a contest! Submit your best photo(s) signifying Lake Ashton living to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com by August 31. Each resident can submit up to 3 photos for consideration. Please ensure your photos are high resolution and at least 300 dpi. Information regarding the next steps in judging will be published in the September 2022 newsletter. RESIDENT RECOGNITION The 2020-21 Rotarian of the Year, Laura Lease, presented the 2021-22 award to Fred Halde, who helped with a variety of club projects, including Camp Fearless, the 3V3 Soccer Tournament, Toys for Tots, Mardi Gras and most other club activities. A retired Presbyterian minister, Halde, also leads the club's opening prayers most weeks, tying the message to a relevant theme or the topic of that night's speaker. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com AUTHORIZED DEALER Wildlife ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Snowy Egret is the small delicate white Egret found at Lake Ashton. In breeding plumage it takes on a sassy appearance with frazzled-looking plumes about its head giving it an angry demeanor. It is easily identified by the small size, black bill, black legs and those "golden slippers." In high breeding plumage the usually yellow lores (area in front of the bill) turn red and the feet orange. Found at any body of water at Lake Ashton year round it will often sit still at the edge of the water waiting for an unsuspecting small fish to swim by. Sometimes they forage actively in the shallow water walking or running about. They will also stir the bottom of the pond with their yellow feet to scare up prey like fish, insects and crustaceans into action. Like other birds in the heron family, they nest in colonies usually mixed in with other species. I ONCE CAUGHT A FISH THIS BIG! Dave Thrower is is pictured here with an 8lb 6oz bass caught and re l e a s e d o n Lake Ashton. If you’ve had some good luck on the bodies of water in Lake Ashton and want to share it with the community, email a photo of yourself with your catch to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com to be featured in a future issue of the LA Times! 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty ✦ Same length as standard 4-passenger ✦ 2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE!

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Debby Landgrebe Please welcome Steve Hogan to the HOA BOD as he fills in for the remaining term (exp. February ‘24) of Ken Rickey. Ken, thank you for your willingness to service Lake Ashton. In this day and age time often seems to be running away from us. Other times, it’s slower than molasses! This also applies to organizations. While it may seem that the HOA may not be moving forward, I can assure you, behind the scenes we are hard at work! Some of the projects we’ve been working on include; CC&Rs restatement, age verification updates, compliance issues, a transition to a management company, transferring banks, mailboxes, insurance updates, and the list goes on. Here’s some updates: • CC&Rs: We are getting closer to finalizing the restatement document and are preparing YouTube videos regarding this. We are closer to providing the document to our members along with proper voting data. PLEASE make sure we have your most updated contact information, mailing address/es, emails, and contact numbers. We want you to be in the loop. This information is important for voting proxies. We are scheduling a Special Members Meeting, including a CC&R phase 1 vote for November 13 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom (mark your calendar). • Age verification: We are almost complete with compiling and digitizing the most recent past survey; just a few more items to validate. We do meet the Federal Standards for senior housing. IF you are a newer resident within the last 2-3 years OR we do not have a completed age verification form for everyone in your residence, contact the BOD to complete an age verification form. All members including renters need to adhere to the rules. • Mailboxes: Most of our mailboxes are as old as the community. A number of them are in need of replacement. Since earlier this year an outstanding group of residents have worked tirelessly to put together replacement options for new mailboxes. Thank you Bob Constantine, Alan Cropp, Mary Dornhecker, David Fix, Debby Landgrebe, Jackie Perez, Iris Realmuto, Linda Rodd, John Sawyer and Harriett Wild! Your dedication, honesty, and insight was invaluable. Great work! Because of their input we are close to having two vendors and a much better mailbox and post option. We need residents to help continue to keep Lake Ashton the beautiful gem that it is. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! Currently needed are ARC reps, and Board of Directors Candidates. Please contact Directors for additional information. LA (LW) HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOD) Contact Information Management Company: Don Asher Michellette Ramos: manager@lakeashtonhoa.org All Directors: directors@lakeashtonhoa.org To report a violation: include address, issue & photos, compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org President/Treasurer: BOB PROWANT president@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary TOM HEVEL secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary2 DAVID MULLER secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org Secretary3 STEVE HOGAN secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org *

LA ( LW) ARC By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair New ARC Submission Process for Lake Wales The ARC submission process is going completely online. Starting August 1, ARC Requests should be submitted at arc.lakeashtonhoa.org. The website will guide you through the process and help ensure that your paperwork is complete, and that the ARC review should go through smoothly. Go to arc.lakeashtonhoa.org and type in your email address. You will then be prompted to create a new account. An email fr om noreply@arctracker.email will be sent to you confirming the registration. Make sure to add this address to your contacts as this will be the email all ARC communication will come from. Once you have completed the registration process, you will be able to log in and enter an ARC Request (see top left). You will also be able to see all current ARC Requests from residents, request paint books, view the ARC Guidelines. Once you’ve created your ARC Request, you will be able to follow the status of your ARC Request and communicate with ARC Reps should any questions arise. If you need assistance, the HOA Office is open on Wednesday and Thursday from 10am to noon or call Iris Realmuto at 603-759-3513. HOW GRASS CL IPPINGS AFFECT PONDS The majority of home owners use a lawn care contractor to maintain their lawns. During the hot summer months, contractors are in a hurry to beat the heat and use less awareness when mowing properties that border ponds. When grass clippings are introduced to a pond, they increase the nutrient levels making it more likely to cause algae to bloom. Please remind lawn care contractors to mow with the chute closed or in a direction to where the clippings are not blown into the pond. Contact Matt Fisher, Operations Manager, at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions regarding aquatic maintenance in any ponds located in Lake Wales. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Best Home Selling Experience! Brad is knowledgeable and understands the entire process from a market and homeowner's perspective. He knows the market and advises accordingly. He does his homework ahead of time. He was with us all the way from listing to selling. He goes over and above to make the process very easy. The pictures of the house were very professional and portrayed our house beautifully on online listing websites. The professionalism is tempered true caring and understanding toward the homeowner. He even checked with us after the closing. We highly recommend him! Verified by RateMyAgent John & Joy Lloyd 4 October 2021 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 17

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Protect Your Vehicle - Or Risk Theft! Lock It Up Always: An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves that they just can’t resist. Whether parked at a mall or in a parking lot, thieves will go by vehicles “flipping” handles checking to see if any are unlocked. When they find one they will grab anything they can get their hands on. Clean It Up: Keeping items in plain view inside your vehicle is another invitation to thieves. Purses, computers, GPS units, phones, backpacks, even loose change is a temptation. If you must have items in your car, lock them inside your trunk. The best way to protect your property is to take it with you or leave it at home. Park in safe areas: Thieves don’t like to be seen committing crimes. Highly visible and well-illuminated areas can help deter thieves. But don’t think this is the time to let your guard down. Keeping your vehicle clear of items and locked will be the best prevention. CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg at 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). DRIVER SAFETY REMINDERS Polk County Schools start back August 10. Please use caution when traveling CR 653 during school opening and closing times. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, please keep an eye out for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. Adults should not place young children on their laps between them and the steering wheel as this creates a hazardous condition for the children in the case of a panic stop or accidents. WILDLIFE ALERT — WATCH FOR ALLIGATORS Female alligators build a mound nest of soil, vegetation, or debris and deposit an average of 32 to 46 eggs in late June or early July. Incubation requires approximately 63-68 days, and hatching occurs from mid-August through early September. Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Those who live near lakes and ponds should expect to see alligators from time-to-time but they should never be fed or approached. If you see an alligator: • Always give these reptiles a respectful distance (at least 10 feet) and always leave them alone. • Alligators are nocturnal animals, more active during the night. After dark, avoid fresh and brackish bodies of water, though alligators sometimes lurk in salt water. Unprovoked bites will often occur at the edge of the water. • Never feed alligators; it encourages them to lose their natural fear of people. • Small animals, like pets, and small children are generally more at risk than large adults. • Female alligators protect their nests by hissing and opening their mouths; this does not mean they are preparing to attack. • Alligators under 4 feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. As long as residents have a healthy respect for wildlife, there are opportunities to live and let live. Brochures about coexisting with alligators and crocodiles are available at the Clubhouse Information Wall. WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change.

MOVI ES AUGUST 2 — 4 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE LOST CITY 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 51MIN After being kidnapped by a villainous treasure hunter, a successful romance novelist (Sandra Bullock) is forced to team up with her cover model (Channing Tatum) as they are swept into a cutthroat jungle adventure that proves stranger than fiction. AUGUST 9 — 11 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM DEATH ON THE NILE 2022 | PG-13 | 2h 7MIN Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot’s (Kenneth Branagh) Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer turns into a terrifying search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple's idyllic honeymoon is tragically cut short. Set against an epic landscape of sweeping desert vistas and the majestic Giza pyramids, this tale of unbridled passion and incapacitating jealousy features a cosmopolitan group of impeccably dressed travelers, and enough wicked twists and turns to leave audiences guessing until the end. AUGUST 16 — 18 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE GRAY MAN 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 7MIN Ryan Gosling’s CIA assassin faces off against Chris Evans’ villainous sociopath in a global game of cat and mouse in this explosive thriller. 20 AUGUST 24 — 25 (NO MOVIES AUGUST 23 - ELECTION DAY) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM PERSUASION 2022 | PG | 1H 49MIN Living with her snobby family on the brink of bankruptcy, Anne Elliot (Dakota Johnson) is a nonconforming woman with modern sensibilities. When Frederick Wentworth--the dashing one she let get away-crashes back into her life, Anne must choose between putting the past behind her or listening to her heart when it comes to second chances. Adapted from the Jane Austen novel. AUGUST 30 — SEPTEMBER 1 (NO 3 & 7 PM MOVIES AUGUST 31) 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 26MIN This summer, experience the epic conclusion to the Jurassic era as two generations unite for the first time. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard are joined by Oscar®-winner Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Sam Neill in Jurassic World Dominion, a bold, timely and breathtaking new adventure that spans the globe. From Jurassic World architect and director Colin Trevorrow, Dominion takes place four years after Isla Nublar has been destroyed. Dinosaurs now live--and hunt--alongside humans all over the world. This fragile balance will reshape the future and determine, once and for all, whether human beings are to remain the apex predators on a planet they now share with history's most fearsome creatures. ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM AUGUST 5 THE LONG, HOT SUMMER 1958 | NR | 1H 57MIN Handsome vagabond Ben Quick (Paul Newman) returns to the Mississippi town his late father called home, but rumors of his dad's pyromaniac tendencies follow him as soon as he sets foot there. The proud young man's determination eventually wins over civic leader Will Varner (Orson Welles), who decides Ben might be just the man for his daughter, Clara (Joanne Woodward) -- much to the displeasure of Will's gutless son (Anthony Franciosa) and Clara's society boyfriend (Richard Anderson). AUGUST 12 THE GREAT OUTDOORS 1988 | PG | 1H 31MIN Chet Ripley (Dan Akroyd) takes his family to a lakeside resort for a quiet vacation away from it all. When his brother-in-law Roman (John Candy) shows up with his family, Mother Nature steps in to add her two cents. AUGUST 19 THE TREASURE OF THE SIERRA MADRE 1948 | NR | 2H 6MIN Wrapped in a classic tale of adventure, this Academy Award winner helmed by John Huston follows a trio of gold prospectors who set out to strike it rich and agree to split the take until paranoia and greed consumes one of them. Delivering superb performances as the three miners are Humphrey Bogart, Tim Holt and Walter 21 Huston, who copped a Best Supporting Actor Oscar while son John scored statuettes for his direction and screenplay. AUGUST 26 MEATBALLS 1979 | PG | 1H 32MIN In his first starring role, Bill Murray plays goofy, puerile camp counselor Tripper, who tries to lure shy camper Rudy out of his shell. Rudy helps Tripper woo head counselor Roxanne while the campers prepare for a showdown with a rival camp.

EVENTS Camp Lake Ashton runs throughout August ... see back cover for the full schedule. read on for details of a few of the bigger events! CAMPFIRE JAM SESSION We know, your first thought went straight to those pesky mosquitos but not to worry, this campfire will be inside! All Lake Ashton musicians are invited to bring the heat August 26 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. All campers are welcome to bring snacks and attend to listen to friends and neighbors jam together. You can also BYOB. CYPRESS GARDENS WATER SKI SHOW RETURNS! They’re back, better than ever, and in your backyard on August 5! Marvel at the skiing spectacle on Lake Ashton at 6 pm. First come, first served seating in the Clubhouse Garden will be available. Bring your own folding chair or blanket. Golf carts will not be permitted past a specified point due to the water skier's safety. You can BYOB if you wish. CAMP LAKE ASHTON JAMBOREE Everyone is welcome to take part in the Jamboree at August 20 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom featuring live music from AlmostThere and a DIY Trail Mix Bar. You can also BYOB if you wish. POOL PARTY It wouldn’t be camp without a pool party! Take a swim in the outdoor pool August 25 from 1 to 3 pm, jive to great tunes, and eat the staple of all summer snacks, juicy, sweet watermelon. You can also BYOB but remember, no glass bottles are permitted in the pool area. CAMP HOEDOWN Mosey on down to the Clubhouse Ballroom for the final Camp Lake Ashton event August 31 at 7 pm featuring live country music by Red Hot Rooster. There will be a snack bar and non-alcoholic beverages available for campers to enjoy while cutting a rug. Camp Awards for both campers and volunteer camp counselors will be given during the event as well. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. You can also BYOB if you wish. SUNDAY FUNDAY Enjoy live music with friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 3 to 6 pm. Your $3 tickets cover the band — purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. You’re welcome to BYOB and snacks! August 14 – Quittin’ Time Band August 28 – Good Stuff Band KARAOKE Enjoy a fun night of karaoke in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 7 – 9 pm on August 19 with DJ Wayne! Get your $2 tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. ENTERTAINMENT AT THE HFC Stop by the HFC Activities Desk to reserve a table for Carlos and Company for Friday, August 19. There will be a live band signing a genre of music. So come join your friends and neighbors for a night of dancing. WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 23 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 2021 Best Of HAVEN

DISCO PARTY Let’s groove the night away at a far-out Disco Party on Friday, September 9 at 6 pm. Grab some delicious food from the food truck on site on the way into the Ballroom and don’t forget to BYOB! Jam out to the timeless disco classics like Saturday Night Fever, Play that Funky Music, Shake Your Groove Thing, and many more great hits played by the live DJ! Break out those platforms and boogie over to the Clubhouse Activities Desk to buy your tickets for $5 (check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard) on Monday, August 8 after Monday Coffee. 2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES DATES Be sure to look in next month’s edition of the LA Times for information regarding the 2022 Entertainment Series. Be sure to save the following dates for the Entertainment Series: January 27 February 3 February 17 February 24 March 9 March 31 Current Season Ticket holders can renew their tickets October 3-28. Upgrade and Exchange Period for Current Season Ticket Holders will be November 1-4 New Season Tickets will go on sale November 14 You don't want to miss this series of shows. Here's a hint to the shows that will be part of the series. They are travelers in a borough and are followed by some twins that may or may not have been on broadway...no it is not forbidden, they are that good. They are Jewish and Italian, and like to rock..oh baby do they like to rock, but they are not part of the Union. Can you figure it out? Check out the September edition of the newsletter for the lineup! Entertainment Series season tickets are for residents only and you must have a valid Lake Ashton Resident ID or Driver's License with a Lake Ashton address listed in order to purchase. Take a look at page 6 for information on when Lake Ashton Resident IDs are issued. Pictured: First Prize Winner Fourth of July Parade: Anne McCauley & Evie Gawrych Sign up for any of the below trips at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check payable to Small World Tours. Activity Level 1: anyone can go on this trip, appropriate for all mobility levels Activity Level 2: some uneven sidewalks, possibly stairs, walking a block or more, more strenuous AUGUST 10: TAMPA AQUARIUM - $65/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 1 SEPTEMBER 7 - 8: FT. MYERS MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN & EDISON AND FORD ESTATES - $325/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $65 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 OCTOBER 15: FALL ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL - $39/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2: ST. AUGUSTINE - $479/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $145 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 Lake Ashton BusTrips HATS ON FOR ALZHEIMER’S By Judy Puntureri & Kristy McKibben The Hats on for Alzheimer's Luncheon and Fashion Show will be held Wednesday, November 9. Enjoy fashions from 'Babes of Lakeland'. Start saving your money now! More information to come in the September issue. CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE By Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton Just a friendly reminder during these sunny hot summer nights to mark your calendars, for the Fabulous Annual Resident Sponsored, Christmas Dinner Dance coming on Friday, December 9. It may seem a bit early but after summer is over, it’s just around the corner. It will be in the beautifully decorated Clubhouse Ballroom. We’re looking forward to a large attendance, there will be great food, wonderful music and lots of fun! More information to follow. Enjoy a wonderful summer. Any questions, contact us. In the meantime, enjoy! UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM • Oktoberfest – September 30 • October Breast Cancer Awareness Events Party in Pink – October 14 Tea for Tatas – October 20 • Fall Festival – November 12 • Holidays Around the World – December 14 • Lake Ashton’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve – December 31. Celebrate New York style in Times Square! Tickets go on sale in September - look for more info to come! • Lake Ashton Cruise-In Car Show – January 20, 2023 LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS This Summer With an Outdoor Fan! Damp & Wt ailable! Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The LALGA finished out the month of June with an amazing Nine, Wine and Dine event. The nine-hole scramble, which turned out to be a three-hole scramble due to extreme weather conditions, really went off without a hitch. A huge shout out to Vicki Moore and the girls from the Nest who worked tirelessly to see that everyone had enough wine and food during the event. A special thanks to Mary Lou Wheat and Lydia Fichtman for organizing the event and having the tough job of taste testing the wines before they were ordered. Brandi Barrett from Johnson Brothers in Tampa brought plenty of delicious wine to sample. Thank you Brandi! Due to its popularity the league will run a Mulligan and Martini Party at the end of September. Keep an eye out for further information. July’s games of “5” club and the “Christmas in July” tournament were sensational. What a way to spend those dog days of summer! Thanks to Jackie Tressler and Tassy D’Angelo for their help with the tournament. The holiday luncheon of turkey croissants with caprese salad and a brownie dessert were delicious. A shout out to Vicki Moore, Sandra and the girls from the Eagle’s Nest for making the event very festive. Thank you to Ian and Matt for their help from the clubhouse. And, finally, a special thanks to Mary Lou Wheat and Lydia Fichtman for organizing this summer tournament. Congratulations to all the winners! The Red Hoagland Challenge is running strong and the current front runners are: 1st Place -“T” Utting $53.25, 2nd Place - Patti Panone $44.00, 3rd Place - Dawn Neigh $43.00 and 4th Place - Beverly Hines $42.75. This challenge is open to everyone! Meet Patti Adame Patti, the oldest of seven, comes from Central Illinois, the Starved Rock area. She attended weekend college at 26 North Central in Naperville while working full time. She holds a degree in accounting, and at her job in St. Louis, met her mate of 23 years, Jeff. Jeff and Patti wintered in Lake Placid, Florida from 2016 to 2018 and decided in 2018 to purchase a home in Lake Ashton, still as snowbirds. In 2020, they moved to Lake Ashton full time, due to the incredible amenities offered them here in the community. Patti has been tinkering at golf since her twenties and originally joined the Niners because she is still working part time. After cutting back on her hours, she wanted to play more golf, so she became a member of the LALGA. How does she feel about the league? “It is awesome!” Patti, welcome to the LALGA! LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt The Niners partnered with The B l ueman Group ( not t he musicians – the GOLFERS) Tuesday and Wednesday July 5-6 for a 4-Person scramble Par-3 ringer tournament with lunch on Wednesday. It was a BIG hit! Even with the summer heat upon us, there was a great turn-out and many comments about “Let’s do it again!” During the first day of the tournament, we also had an exciting event: HOLE-IN-ONE! Congratulations Janet Luke for a Hole-In-One on 12 West, which helped her team tie for first place in the first flight with a score of 48. Winners in the second flight scored 50. Par is 54 — way to go! The Senior Orphan donation of cleaning supplies was delivered to them July 1st and we already received a note back that most supplies have been distributed. Thanks again for your generosity. Still have any ques t i ons? Cont ac t Janet a t jan.mutz@gmail.com.

LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The LAMGA members in July enjoyed 4 fun events that were all well-attended. The feature event in July was “Beat the Board” on July 27. Although still more than a month away, please mark your calendar for the last tournament of the summer, which is the two-day LAMGA President’s Cup held on September 7th and 8th. More details to come in next month’s article. This month the following Lawn & Landscaping, Real Estate and Swimming Pool/Grill companies who generously support the Member-Guest Tournament with their sponsorship are recognized: Enriquez’s Lawn & Landscaping Service; Massey Services; Parker & Company Lawn and Landscaping; New Look Lawn Service; Unlimited Property Solutions; Amerispec Home Inspection Services; Brad Kirwan Broker Associates; Mike Krigelski – A+ Realty; Lake Ashton Resales – Terri Mattocks; Lake Ashton Resales – Lori Raath; Lake Ashton Resales – Anita Piesecki; Realty Inspection Solutions; BJ Mannix Pools & Grills and; Pool Service by L.A.W – Don Woodbury. You can find a list of all sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, Lake Ashton Living, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of June is comprised of Donn Yasz - $124.35; Paul Panone - $116.25; Jim Simpson - $97.80; Denis Mulhearn - $96.55; Rolly Geyer - $93.70; Steve Morgan - $91.80; Paul Guay - $89.55; Bob Zelaszny - $88.70; Gerry Krogman - $88.00 and; Bob Plummer $87.85. Thanks, as always, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for their continued sponsorship of this very popular annual contest. With both golf courses in such great shape, everyone can do their part to keep them that way by always filling your divots and 1 or 2 others you might see as well as locating and fixing your ball marks and any others you spot on the greens. The August schedule includes: August 3rd – “Beat the Board”, 3 Best Nets; August 10th – Pick 12 Holes; August 17th – Individual Quota Points; August 24th – Net Stableford Points and; August 31st – Pick Your Foursome, 1 Gross/2 Nets. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com 29

CLUBS LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves There will be no meeting this month. The next meeting will be September 21. More details to follow. SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 Craft Show is right around the corner — October 22. Bakers are needed! The Craft Show Bake Shop was very successful last year. The top items sold were cookies, banana bread (sold out last year), pies and cakes. Other suggested items are chocolate covered pretzel rods and fudge. Call Chris (863) 514-5368 or Joan (239) 851-7899. God Bless our Military and the United States of America! LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE By Shelley Miller The booming residential housing developments in our area are straining the roads, water, sewer and power we all enjoy. The LA Community Action Committee was formed to advocate for changes we would like to see to ensure the safety and welfare of our residents. The planned widening of Thompson Nursery Road has been a high priority concern. The Polk Board of County Commissioners recently earmarked $26.7 million in their next fiscal budget for Thompson Nursery Road Phase 2 (West Lake Ruby Road to US-27). For more information on this important development, please see the article on the LA Community Action Committee forum on LakeAshtonLiving.com. If you have additional comments, they can be sent via email to LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting August 4 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The August speaker is Suzanne Lindsey from Polk Forever, the Political Action Committee that was formed to work for passage of the new environmental lands funding referendum on the ballot November 8. E-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more info. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club is hosting a special 1 0 0 t h b i r t h d a y celebration for Jack Davenport at the HFC on August 6 at 11 am. All club members and LA residents are invited to join us to celebrate Jack’s special day. This event will serve as the August mee t i ng . Con t ac t : Brenda Bush - Say re , 813-313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING By Jane Imparl Come join us to look for your ancestors and enjoy the company and camaraderie of your neighbors and friends at the same time. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, August 10 at 2 PM in the HFC Craft Room. For more information, contact Jane at 815-545-6655. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 31

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Time is flying by and it’s already midway through summer. Lake Ashton is very tropical and a lot of LA activities are on hiatus - but not LA Rockers! They continue to meet in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Various members are sharing their skills doing a lot of "paint what you enjoy painting”. Try your hand at rock painting — newcomers are always welcome and will be lent the supplies needed for the first meeting. It really doesn't matter if you can draw or paint. Even something as simple as painting the background and writing an encouraging word on a rock is guaranteed to bring a smile to someone's face. If you are here and want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, please join the meetings August 10 and 24. In order to attend, join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact either MJ Richards (mjmr i chards517@gma i l . com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com). If meetings are canceled at the last minute, it will be posted on the LA Rockers Facebook group page. If in doubt, check before you come. Please continue sending prayers for Alice Mayer's recovery. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler orphans. The Single Mingle held on the third Thursday of the month in the Pavilion will be moved during the remaining hot months. Carol Corley will work with Clubhouse Staff to find another location during the warm months. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on August 7. Pictured is the Singles with gifts for Senior Orphans. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Congratulations to fitness member, Chip Inman, who has completed a virtual swim to Ft. Lauderdale. He previously swam to Daytona Beach and back. That sure is a lot of laps in our indoor pool. Chip and others keep track of their laps on a chart that is in the locker room hallway. Others are welcome to add their name (or nickname) and keep track. It's great motivation to stick with fitness swimming and fun to do with friends. Did you know some LASC members ride their bikes to their workouts? Almost everyday, one of the early birds (those who are in the water at HFC opening), Sharon Swanson, rides her bike to the HFC, does a water workout, and rides home. Welcome to new members Gena Thornburg & Janet Mutz. We are excited to have you join us! LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In July, the group discussed several outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for dinners and lunches during July. The group collected and wrapped gifts for five senior UPCOMING: So far four members are aiming for a Regional Senior Games swim meet in Gainesville in September. Some are also aiming for one in October in Sebring and for the annual Polk County meet in February. Most Senior Games meets have not been held for the past two years due to COVID, so some swimmers are anxious to get back into the routine and aim for Regional, State championships, and possibly the Nationals. To go to the state meet, one has to qualify at a regional meet. Senior competition is divided into two genders, 10 age groups, and 14 swim events. THANK YOU to the LA Garden Club for their additional efforts to beautify the inside and outside of the HFC pool and grounds. It looks great! TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers June 14: Roberta Rogers, Liz Leigh, Howard Mayne, and Chris Verges June 21: George Rogers, Howard Mayne, Marge Kniat, Graham Littlehales June 28: Maureen Ziegler, Charlotte Walker, Janis Vasqueza, and tied Graham Littlehales and George Rogers July 5 : Liz Leigh, Elaine Inman, Marge Kniat, and George Rogers July 12: Liz Leigh, Marge Kniat, Howard Mayne, and Gayle Rogers New players are welcome. Call or mail George Rogers at 419-708-3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com. In light of the recent surge in Covid BA.5 infections and its reported heightened severity masks are strongly recommended for anyone who, in the last six months, has not had a vaccine, or booster shot, or an actual infection of a prior variant. Free masks are available at the bridge sessions for those requesting them. LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By Chuck Caesar The Lake Ashton Pickleball Association held its first Pickleball Mixer of 2022 on July 2. Twenty-two people participated in the event and enjoyed the beautiful day and lots of fun pickleball. It was also a great time to enjoy some refreshing watermelon and popsicles while getting to know more of our fellow pickleball members. The Women’s portion of the mixer was won by Bev Hines with Cathy Liska in second place. The winner for the men was Ro Thornburg. Larry Fabian and Earl Schley tied for second place. Carl Boast and Sue Fitzgerald won the Spirit Award. Some exciting pickleball court improvements are in process. Thanks to the support of the LAIICDD, all four courts will be resurfaced and new wind screens will be installed around the outer perimeter of the courts. This may actually have been completed in late July. A bulletin board will also be installed at the courts so important information for players can be posted. If you are interested in learning how to play, please come out to join during open play times from 8 to 10:30 am Monday through Saturday. There are always players available to teach you the basics. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, courts 1 and 2 are reserved for beginner and intermediate play. If you already play and would like to join the Lake Ashton Pickleball Association, you can stop by the Clubhouse to sign up. The dues are $10 per year or $25 for three years. The monies that we collect are used to provide pickleballs, purchase items for the courts and to sponsor events for our members. Once you become a member, you will receive emails to update you on any upcoming events or items of interest to the group. Hope to see you at the courts!

MIND&BODY EATING FOR BRAIN HEALTH Learn how you can decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by what you eat. On August 17 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom, learn what to eat, what not to, and how to incorporate the MIND diet into your life to help prevent this memorysapping disorder. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. This is a free class presented UF/ IFAS. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr August 13 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Forest Edge Cost $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on July 8 CELEBRATE THE SEASONS! Are you interested in learning how to paint with watercolor? Beginners can sign up to learn with artist Freddie Combs. Join these half day classes to create a painting décor for holiday use. Complete an entire painting in a matter of hours. Class dates are September 16, October 14, November 11 from 1:45 to 3:30 pm in the HFC Craft Room. $30 per session, $35 materials included. Class size is limited. Sign up at the HFC Activities Desk to secure a spot and receive a list of supplies. FOOT CARE SEMINAR Do you have problems with your feet or finding the proper footwear? Stop by the HFC August 23 at 1 pm for a seminar on Foot Care. Sign up at the HFC Activities Desk. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on August 16 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Class will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10 am. The cost is $10. Sign up quickly at the HFC, as reservations go quickly. Join in for creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions or further detail. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. Camp Lake Ashton runs throughout August ... see back cover for the full schedule!

DON’T MISS THE THIRD ANNUAL AUGUST 3 AT 6:30 PM: BOARD GAME NIGHT AUGUST 5 AT 6 PM: CYPRESS GARDENS WATER SKI SHOW AUGUST 11 AT 11 AM: GARDEN ART STONE 3 PM: SQUARE DANCE LESSONS AUGUST 12 AT 10:30 AM: MACRAMÉ PLANT HOLDER AUGUST 17 AT 8:30 AND 10:30 AM: KAYAKING & CANOEING AUGUST 20 AT 1 PM: CAMP LAKE ASHTON JAMBOREE AUGUST 25 AT 1 PM: POOL PARTY AUGUST 26 10:30 AM: FIELD DAY 6:30 PM: CAMPFIRE JAM SESSION AUGUST 31 AT 7 PM: CAMP HOEDOWN SIGN UP FOR THESE ACTIVITIES AT THE CLUBHOUSE INFORMATION WALL EVERYTHING IS FREE THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS: CHRISTINE GRAVES INSURANCE, HECTOR GOMEZ, MATTHEW SIMPSON OF EDWARD JONES, THE GROUTSMITH, MILLER'S CENTRAL AIR, MATTHEW GRUBB OF MORGAN STANLEY, ART'S GOLF CARS Camp Lake Ashton ARE YOU READY FOR A MONTH OF FREE SUMMER FUN?!

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter July 2022 Happy Independence Day! Don't Miss the Annual Golf Cart Parade! see p. 22 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES August Issue Deadline: July 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 JULY 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. JULY 4 NO MONDAY COFFEE IN OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY JULY 11 Birthdays and Anniversaries Bite Me Monday - Donations for the Humane Society of Polk County Featured Speaker: "Ways to Keep your Brain Sharp with Encompass Health" - an interactive educational talk. Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance, Edward Jones - Matt Simpson JULY 18 NO MONDAY COFFEE — BOARD MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at the Ballroom Kitchen JULY 25 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: County Judge Group 8 Candidates Meet and Greet - Come meet the candidates and get your questions answered! Featured Vendor: Tessier Law Group and Morgan Stanley, Matthew Grubb IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 24 EVENTS 22 GOLF 26 CLUBS 30 MIND & BODY 34 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, July 15, 2022 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, July 18 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, September 9 - Disco Party September 30 - Oktoberfest 330 W. Church St., Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily OFFICES CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY The Clubhouse and HFC offices and Activities Desks will be closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Trash, recycling and yard waste pickup for Lake Wales residents will occur Saturday, July 9 and Winter Haven residents will have pickup on Tuesday, July 5. Have a safe and happy Independence Day! DROP-OFF/PARKING REMINDERS The Clubhouse circular driveway is a drop-off only area. Under no circumstances should vehicles be left unattended. An unattended vehicle in the driveway makes it difficult for emergency vehicles to access the Clubhouse in an emergency situation, which delays getting help getting to the person in need and every second counts. NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: July 13 & 27 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot NEW: Food Trucks Will Be On Site! RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE July 13 & 27, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot SAFEGUARD STORM DRAINS Residents and lawn services are reminded to never place loose vegetation on top of storm drains. It can fall or blow into the storm drain and clog the stormwater system. NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is July 8 at 2 pm in the HFC. Sign up at either Activities Desk. USPS/MAILBOX REMINDERS Recently, staff has received reports of people placing non-mail items that did not bear U.S. postage in local mailboxes. Though many may be unaware, it is important to know that this type of activity is against federal law. It may seem to be an easy way to "drop something off," but only U.S. Mail delivered by authorized personnel may be placed in mailboxes. Additionally, United States Postal Service Collection boxes are the property of the Postal Service. You are not allowed to affix anything to them, including flyers, signs about missing items or animals, and advertisements. WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 7 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 2021 Best Of HAVEN

LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Summer is in full swing at Lake Ashton. Residents can beat the heat and enjoy a groovy Fourth of July Celebration in the Clubhouse Ballroom at noon on the 4th after LAVA's (Lake Ashton Veteran's Association) Annual Fourth of July golf cart parade (see page 22). Let's show how patriotic Lake Ashton really is. There are lots of fun things to do while spending the summer in Lake Ashton. Stay tuned to email blasts for even more fun including food trucks, Sunday Funday events, karaoke, and more! On June 20 the LACDD Board of Supervisors met to give staff direction on next steps regarding the Restaurant at Lake Ashton. Ashton Tap and Grill's last day of business was June 30. A Resident Focus Group was formed to evaluate next steps in the usage of the current Restaurant space. The group will be meeting throughout the month of July and the beginning of August, and will present a report on their suggestions at the August 15 Board of Supervisors meeting. The Board also voted to send out a notice to Lake Wales residents informing them of a not to exceed assessment increase of $300 for the 2023 Fiscal Year (beginning October 1, 2022). The final amount will be discussed at the July 18 Board of Supervisors meeting. A summary of other board actions was sent out via email blast on June 26. The joint meeting originally scheduled for July 15 was moved to August 19 and will be held in the Health and Fitness Center (HFC) Community Center at 11 am. The Activities Desk enclosure project should be complete by publication. When entering the main entrance of the Clubhouse residents will have access to Activities Desk staff via openings on the western Lobby wall. At this location residents can accomplish tasks like they normally did at the Activities Desk in the Ballroom. This includes guest registration, ticket purchases, ID photos and much more. There will be an ADA compliant opening available for use and Activities Assistant Caroline will now have an office! We are excited for this project to be complete and look forward to having a more efficiently run Ballroom and Activities Office. Staff is also busy with other projects around the amenities such as pressure washing, painting, organizing the attic space, rearranging storage areas to be more efficient, replacing umbrellas, and much more. Staff works hard to ensure the amenities are clean and ready for use by residents. Any residents who notice an area in need of repair or cleaning at the Clubhouse can complete a resident feedback form located outside of the Community Director's office or email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. We wish everyone a very happy Independence Day. Enjoy time with friends and family and celebrate the wonderful country we live in...the United States of America! AVON PARK More Choices Best Prices... Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation Customize wit hout Compromise! model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 WWW.TURNERFURNITUREONLINE.COM AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 9 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1381 6/22

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director The LA II CDD Board of Supervisors met on June 17th. The decision was made to approve the work on the golf cart flares on Pebble Beach Blvd. and Sawgrass, to repair the driveway of the Golf Course Pro Shop and repair the golf cart path erosion in back of the HFC. The JaniKing janitorial services contract was reviewed and approved for another year. Landscaping scope of services will be discussed at the next Board meeting on July 15th. The Joint Amenity Facilities Policies Committee draft will be discussed at the next Joint Board meeting in August. Many hours of work have already been done and will continue to be done on this important project before that time. This document serves as a guide to residents and becomes a community directors’ reference manual about just about everything concerning amenities. The parties, in-services and classes will continue throughout the summer months. The hiatus listing for summer is down compared to previous years, so most activities are still meeting. Summer is usually the time for writing new staff in house Policies and Procedures as well as updating the old ones. There will soon be a convenience for residents at the HFC Activities Desk. We’re getting credit card readers to expedite sales of event table reservations and can be used at the door on event nights as needed. A notice will be posted when the District gets these long awaited devices to us. Stay hydrated in the summer heat and try to be out of the sun whenever possible. Have fun and enjoy living in paradise! LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com 11

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE By Carolyn Bishop 33880. A few helpful online sites are: bagsinbulk.com, staples.com, and amazon.com. Questions? Contact Carolyn Bishop at 919-606-8844 or cbjshop61@gmail.com. SUPPLY LIST Backpacks The cupboards are bare, no supplies to be seen. Wahneta needs help before the students convene. This elementary school, which offers free breakfast and lunch to every student, can desperately use the community’s help. During the month of July, these suggested school supplies will be collected in the Clubhouse Ballroom and the HFC. Gift cards and monetary donations are also welcome — please leave them with Activities Desk staff. Checks should be made out to Carolyn Bishop. If you would like to shop online, you can also have your purchase shipped directly to Wahneta Elementary, 205 4th St. E., Winter Haven, FL Dry Erase Markers Pencils Large pink erasers Packs of fat crayons 24 pack of crayons Yellow highlighters Ziplock bags – any size Blunt scissors Pencil boxes White 1-inch 3-ring binder Folders with brads and pockets 12 count colored pencils Composition notebooks Wide Ruled notebook paper Plastic folders Boxes of tissues Hand sanitizer Disinfecting wipes Gift Cards PHOTO CONTEST There are many talented photographers at Lake Ashton, and we now want to now use some of the amazing pictures you are taking out there as artwork in the Clubhouse Foyer. And — on course, it’s a contest! Submit your best photo(s) signifying Lake Ashton living by August 31 to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. Each resident can submit up to 3 photos for consideration. Please ensure your photos are high resolution and at least 300 dpi. Information regarding the next steps in judging will be published in the September 2022 newsletter. *

Wildlife CLUBHOUSE PET PLAY PARK UPDATES Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Great Blue Heron is the largest heron in North America. Since it occurs in all the lower 48 states as well as southeastern Alaska most new residents can readily identify them. Despite its size, it is quite graceful on the wing and always a treat to see in takeoff or landing. Found at any body of water in Lake Ashton year round, they have even nested here. Nests are usually high in a tree and in colonies. The usual three to five eggs give way to young birds resembling gawky teenagers. Notorious for playing with their food before finally sending it down the hatch, they eat mainly fish, but also enjoy dining on frogs, turtles, snakes, rodents and even birds. On a hot Florida day they can be seen cooling themselves with the undersides of their wings facing upwards producing an odd looking pose. EAST GOLF COURSE BRIDGE MAINTENANCE UPDATE Wow, the East Golf Course bridges are looking brand new again thanks to pressure washing and sealing the boards. With that being said, there are a few bridges that were not able to be completed in the time frame scheduled. The East Golf Course bridges will be closed to all traffic, including bikes, golf carts, and pedestrians the week of July 18 in order to complete this project. This is during a time that the East Golf Course is closed for aerification. PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE CAUTION TAPE OR STAKES TO DR I VE ON THE BRIDGES. When the bridges are complete the tape and stakes will be removed. Email Matt Fisher, at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions and stay tuned to email blasts for more information. The Pet Play Park grass is looking great! The western portion of the pet Play Park is closed for turf maintenance. Pictured here is the Clubhouse Pet Play Park less than one week after grass seed was planted. The summer rain has really helped this area flourish quickly. In July, the eastern portion of the Clubhouse Pet Play Park will be closed off for turf maintenance. During turf maintenance the watering schedule will be as follows: 7-7:15 am 10-10:15 am 1-1:15 pm 3-3:15 pm Stay tuned to email blasts for more information on dates of closure. I ONCE CAUGHT A FISH THIS BIG! Dan Klawinski is pictured here with a 4 lb bass. If you’ve had some good luck on the bodies of water in Lake Ashton and want to shar e it with the community, email a photo of yourself with your catch to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com to be featured in a future issue of the LA Times! Road Construction on Berwick Drive and Ashton Club Drive will begin on August 15, weather permitting. Please stay tuned to email blasts for more information. 15

LA LOOKS HOW FERTI L I ZERS AFFECT PONDS During the summer months fertilizers are widely used in lawns. Excessive amount and careless application can create problems to nearby ponds. Fertilizers are primarily made up of phosphorus and ni trogen and when introduced to a nearby pond, they can increase the nutrient levels. Increase nutrient levels increase the chances of algae to bloom. The white specks pictured are fertilizer granules that were introduced into one of the ponds in Lake Ashton. Please remind lawn care contractors to use caution when fertilizing lawns to limit the amount of product that can potentially makes its way into the ponds, either directly or indirectly. If you have any questions or concerns regarding aquatic maintenance in any ponds located in Lake Wales, contact Operations Manager Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. NEW APPROVED ROOFING SHINGLE (LW RESIDENTS) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair The TAMKO / Titan XT / Rustic Cedar asphalt roofing shingle has been added to the list of approved shingles. LIST OF APPROVED ROOFING SHINGLES: MANUFACTURE / TYPE / COLOR Atlas / ProLam / Desert Shake CertainTeed / Landmark Classic / Resawn Shake GAF / Timberline HDZ / Shakewood Owens Corning / Duration / Desert Tan Owens Corning / Oakridge / Desert Tan TAMKO / Titan XT / Rustic Cedar LA (LW) HOA Board Of Directors: • President/Treasurer Bob Powant president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President Debby Landgrebe vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org • Compliance Issues compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org • Reach All Directors directors@lakeashtonhoa.org Please remember to put umbrellas down after use when visiting the Pool, Bocce Courts, or Pet Play Parks. Leaving them up can potentially cause them to be damaged during rain events that are prevalent during this time of year. STOP THE BLEED CERT has partnered with the Polk County Fire Rescue to bring a Stop the Bleed class to the Clubhouse Ballroom on June 23 at 11 am. This class is an initiative that teaches the public to help slow or prevent major blood loss using compression techniques. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall, limited to only 32 participants. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad is the best! CPR CLASS Learn how to perform CPR with Polk County Fire Rescue on June 29 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with hands-on training, a presentation, and an educational video. Please sign up for this class at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Brad went over and above all expectations! He is extremely knowledgeable and will go the extra mile for his clients. We could not have been happier. Sold our house in 4 days. Verified by RateMyAgent Henk & Lisa Roelofs 11 January 2022 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 17

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Tips to Protect Your Personal Information (Courtesy of Consumer Affairs) Keep your personal items safe. This is a different world from years ago! We!ve all seen it — a grocery cart with a purse, no owner in sight! Unattended purses, wallets, cell phones, shopping bags, etc. are an open invitation to thieves. Whether inside a shopping cart, hanging on a chair, or while at the beach or movies is just advertising to the bad guys. • NEVER leave a purse, wallet or cellphone in a cart when running to another aisle. • NEVER turn your back on the cart with your personal items inside while reaching for items. • NEVER leave a purse hanging on back of a restaurant or beach chair. • ALWAYS keep your purse next to you when at a restaurant. • ALWAYS keep your wallet in a FRONT pocket if possible. Safety first! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty ✦ Same length as standard 4-passenger ✦ 2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE! AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 18 29630 U.S. Highway 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 artsgolfcars@aol.com • Sales and Service Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 STORM SEASON BEGINS LIGHTNING SAFETY All residents who will be spending the summer months in Florida should prepare for severe weather. A detailed list of storm tips can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com under additional district documents and at the Clubhouse Information Wall. This is a good time to ensure trees on your property are trimmed to avoid potential projectiles during a storm. Residents noticing areas needing to be trimmed in conservation areas should email Matt at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. Lake Ashton Community Development District is the only entity that can perform maintenance in these areas. Please include your name, phone number, address, and a small description of the area in question. Staff will conduct a site visit and determine what steps need to be taken. Lake Ashton has a lightning detection system to alert golfers to get off the course, and notify residents to go indoors when the potential for a lightning strike is in the area. When the system senses a lightning danger, a high-pitched siren sounds and strobe lights turn on and stay on until the danger passes. These strobe lights are at various locations including on top of the Clubhouse, the backside of the HFC and at the boat dock on Lake Ashton. A low-pitched horn will sound the all clear and the strobe lights will turn off when lightning has passed. Be safe, and remember that lightning strikes may occur far away from a visible storm. Get out of pools, do not stand under trees, and get indoors when the siren sounds. Please remember that golf carts are not safe from lightning. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to BUILD your own ONWARD! y ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ● 863-439-5431 SALES AND SERVICE ● 863-439-5431 WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 ● Dundee, FL 33838 ● artsgolfcars@aol.com 19 AUTHORIZED DEALER

MOVI ES TUESDAY SHOWINGS CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 JULY 5 — 7 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM HUSTLE 2022 | R | 1H 57MIN Stanley Sugerman's (Adam Sandler) love for basketball is unparalleled, but the travel weary 76ers scout who wants to be a coach remains stuck on the road looking for the next unknown talent. His search leads him to Spain, when he discovers Bo Cruz (Juancho Hernangómez), an incredible streetball player with a troubled past. Stanley and Bo connect on and off the court, with their passion for the game and as loving family men who want to prove they can win, in basketball and in life. JULY 12 — 14 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM FATHER OF THE BRIDE 2022 | PG-13 | 1h 57min Putting a Latin spin on the 1950 classic, this reboot focuses on the patriarch of a large Cuban-American clan, who's not at all comfortable with his "baby" getting married. Conflict abounds as Dad tries to come to terms with the upcoming nuptials. Starring Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan. JULY 19 — 21 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA 2022 | PG | 2H 5MIN The Crawleys and their staff welcome a movie crew and their glamorous stars to Downton for the filming of a new silent movie, while other members of the family go on a grand adventure to a villa in the south of France to uncover a mystery about the Dowager Countess and her past. JULY 26 — 28 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM THE TENDER BAR 2022 | R | 1H 46MIN From director George Clooney and based on the best-selling memoir, J.R. Moehringer (Tye Sheridan), is a fatherless boy growing up in the glow of a bar where the bartender, his Uncle Charlie (Ben Affleck), is the sharpest and most colorful of an assortment of quirky and demonstrative father figures. As the boy's determined mother (Lily Rabe) struggles to provide her son with opportunities denied to her -- and leave the dilapidated home of her father (Christopher Lloyd) -- J.R. begins to gamely, if not always gracefully, pursue his romantic and professional dreams -- with one foot persistently placed in Uncle Charlie's bar. 20 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM JULY 1 PATTON 1970 | PG | 2H 51MIN Gen. George S. Patton earned the nickname "Blood and Guts" for his determination on the battlefield. This epic-scale production follows the commander as he guides his troops across Africa and Europe, illuminating a man whose life was defined by war. JULY 8 IN THE LINE OF FIRE 1973 | PG | 1H 52MIN In this taut thriller, a warped yet ingenious killer taunts a veteran Secret Service agent (Clint Eastwood) who’s haunted by his failure years ago to save President Kennedy -- and unable to make the current commander in chief heed the psycho's assassination threats. JULY 15 STEEL MAGNOLIAS 1989 | PG | 1H 58MIN A star-studded cast includes Dolly Par ton, Jul ia Rober t s , Shi r ley MacLaine, Sally Field, and Darryl Hannah, this bittersweet drama follows the abiding friendship among five tight-knit women who congregate at a beauty parlor in a small Louisiana town to laugh, cry and discuss their lives. JULY 22 THE PROFESSIONALS 1966 | PG-13 | 1H 57MIN Lee Marvin, Robert Ryan and Burt Lancaster provide more star wattage in this film than most Westerns have ever marshaled. Hired to retrieve a kidnapped woman from an evil bandito, these pros shoot, rope and ride all over northern Mexico. 21 JULY 29 ROMAN HOLIDAY 1953 | NR | 1H 58 MIN Princess Ann (Audrey Hepburn) leaves her guardians, and while in Rome, she's taken under the wing of tabloid writer Joe (Gregory Peck) and his photographer sidekick. She thinks the boys don't know who she really is, but they're onto her — and sense a sensational story.

JULY HAPPY 4TH OF PATRIOTIC DANCE AT THE HFC Come to the HFC on July 1 at 7 pm at the HFC for a Patriotic Dance with Wayne as the DJ. Feel free to wear your patriotic clothes and dance the night away with your friends and neighbors. Table reservations are $10 and admission is $10. Also, stop by the HFC to sign up for another Dance Party with DJ Wayne at HFC on July 22 starting at 7 pm. 4TH OF JULY PARADE By Jim Mecsics Every year, the Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA) places American flags at the entrances and roads leading into the community on the 4th of July. Residents are invited to line their property this 4th of July with U.S. flags! LAVA is also hosting the Annual 4th of July Parade. The parade will marshal at the HFC at 8:15 am, with step-off at 9. Golf carts, bicycles, and motor vehicles are all welcome. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, with an announcement coming via blast the following Monday. The parade route is shown at left. Prior registration is not required. 22 EVENTS RED, WHITE, & GROOVY Noon … July 4 … Clubhouse Ballroom. No more tickets are available but if you already bought yours, don't forget to dress in your patriotic best (there’s a contest!) and BYOB to enjoy live music and BBQ! 2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES DATES Save these dates! January 27, February 3, February 17, February 24, March 9, March 31. Season ticket renewals begin in October, with the upgrade/ exchange period and new season tickets sales beginning in November. POOL PARTY Celebrate National Swimming Pool Day July 11 down at the Clubhouse swimming pool! Come on down to the pool from 1 pm to 3 pm to take a dip while enjoying music and fresh watermelon. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by July 8. Sign up for any of the below trips at t he C l ubhou s e Activities Desk with a check payable to Small World Tours. Activity Level 1: anyone can go on this trip, appropriate for all mobility levels Activity Level 2: some uneven sidewalks, possibly stairs, walking a block or more, more strenuous JULY 24: BUBBLES AND BROADWAY — $120/ PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 AUGUST 10: TAMPA AQUARIUM - $65/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 1 SEPTEMBER 7 - 8: FT. MYERS MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN & EDISON AND FORD ESTATES - $325/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $65 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 OCTOBER 15: FALL ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL - $39/ PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2: ST. AUGUSTINE - $479/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $145 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 Lake Ashton BusTrips 23

DON’T MISS THE THIRD ANNUAL WEEK ONE AUGUST 3 - BOARD GAME NIGHT YOU BRING THE BOARD GAMES; WE’LL SUPPLY THE SNACK BAR AND NON-ALCOHOLIC DRINKS. YOU CAN BYOB IF YOU WISH. CHALLENGE FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS WITH YOUR FAVORITE BOARD GAME IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM AT 6:30 PM. AUGUST 5 – CYPRESS GARDENS WATER SKI SHOW THEY’RE BACK, BETTER THAN EVER, AND IN YOUR BACKYARD! MARVEL AT THE SKIING SPECTACLE ON OUR VERY OWN LAKE ASHTON AT 6 PM, FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED SEATING IN THE CLUBHOUSE GARDEN WILL BE AVAILABLE. GOLF CARTS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED PAST A SPECIFIED POINT DUE TO THE WATER SKIER'S SAFETY. YOU CAN BYOB IF YOU WISH. WEEK TWO AUGUST 10 – MACRAMÉ PLANT HOLDER JOIN THE ART OF BEADING IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM AT 10:30 AM TO LEARN HOW TO CRAFT YOUR VERY OWN MACRAMÉ PLANT HOLDER AUGUST 11 – GARDEN ART STONE THE GARDEN CLUB WILL BE TEACHING HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CUSTOM GARDEN ART STONE AT 11 AM IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM. AUGUST 11 – SQUARE DANCE LESSONS LEARN HOW TO DO-SI-DO WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS AND SHUFFLIN’ SQUARES AT 3 PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM. YOU CAN EVEN CHOOSE TO STAY AND SHOW OFF YOUR NEWFOUND DANCING SKILLS AT THE SQUARE DANCE LATER IN THE EVENING! 24 Camp Lake Ashton AUGUS T 2022 ARE YOU READY FOR A MONTH OF FREE SUMMER FUN?! WEEK THREE AUGUST 17 – KAYAKING & CANOEING ADVENTURE INTO LAKE ASHTON ON KAYAKS AND CANOES WITH PHIL HINES! THERE WILL BE TWO GROUPS LIMITED TO 7 PEOPLE EACH, 8:30 AM AND 10:30 AM. BOTH GROUPS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BRING WATER AND THE 10:30 AM GROUP IS ENCOURAGED TO BRING LUNCH. YOU CAN ALSO BRING YOUR OWN KAYAK OR CANOE, AND LAUNCH BEHIND THE PAVILION. AUGUST 20 – CAMP LAKE ASHTON JAMBOREE EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO TAKE PART IN THE JAMBOREE AT 1 PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM FEATURING LIVE MUSIC FROM ALMOST THERE AND A DIY TRAIL MIX BAR. YOU CAN ALSO BYOB IF YOU WISH. WEEK FOUR AUGUST 25 – POOL PARTY IT WOULDN’T BE CAMP WITHOUT A POOL PARTY! TAKE A SWIM IN THE OUTDOOR POOL FROM 1 TO 3 PM, JIVE TO GREAT TUNES, AND EAT THE STAPLE OF ALL SUMMER SNACKS, JUICY, SWEET WATERMELON. YOU CAN ALSO BYOB IF YOU WISH. AUGUST 26 – FIELD DAY PLAY OUTDOOR GAMES SUCH AS CORNHOLE, HORSESHOES, AND CHESS WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS IN THE CLUBHOUSE GARDEN AT 10:30 AM. GET YOUR TEAM READY FOR CAMP CHALLENGES, A GAME THAT WILL TEST YOUR CAMPING SKILLS. DON’T WORRY ABOUT GETTING PARCHED, THERE WILL BE TEAM WATER GAMES TO BE PLAYED AND BOTTLED WATER WILL BE PROVIDED. AUGUST 26 – CAMPFIRE JAM SESSION WE KNOW, YOUR FIRST THOUGHT WENT STRAIGHT TO THOSE PESKY MOSQUITOS BUT NOT TO WORRY, THIS CAMPFIRE WILL BE INSIDE! ALL LAKE ASHTON MUSICIANS ARE INVITED TO BRING THE HEAT AT 6:30 PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM. ALL CAMPERS ARE WELCOME TO BRING SNACKS AND ATTEND TO LISTEN TO FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS JAM TOGETHER. YOU CAN ALSO BYOB IF YOU WISH. WEEK FIVE AUGUST 31 – CAMP HOEDOWN MOSEY ON DOWN TO THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM FOR THE FINAL CAMP LAKE ASHTON EVENT AT 7 PM FEATURING LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC BY RED HOT ROOSTER. THERE WILL BE A SNACK BAR AND NONALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AVAILABLE FOR CAMPERS TO ENJOY WHILE CUTTING A RUG. CAMP AWARDS FOR BOTH CAMPERS AND VOLUNTEER CAMP COUNSELORS WILL BE GIVEN DURING THE EVENT AS WELL. PLEASE SIGN UP AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK. YOU CAN ALSO BYOB IF YOU WISH. 25

GOLF Mississippi State University where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Home Economics and later a Master's Degree from the University of Arkansas. Although she trained as a teacher she chose to move to Arkansas and work for the LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The LALGA is looking forward to some really entertaining events in July. July 5 will be a 5-club game. That’s right, you choose any 5 clubs from your bag, including your putter, and those are the clubs with which you will play. There will no doubt be plenty of laughs. Pick your partner! The following week is a new tournament “Christmas in July” held on July 11-12. Find your holiday decorations and embellish your golf cart. Unearth those delightful t-shirts that you wear in December and dress for fun. After the July 11 game there will be a holiday luncheon at the Nest. The league is looking forward to a wonderful summer and with that have given LALGA members the opportunity to play only 9-holes. On Tuesdays, during league time, if a member chooses to play 9 holes they may. They will not be charged the $3 fee but will be eligible for birdies and chip-ins (as long as they have paid their $.25). The player may also put their score in the GHIN. The sign-up sheet for 9-holes will be on the LALGA bulletin board. Just a reminder to always drink plenty of water. See you on the course. Meet Beverly Hines Bev Hines was brought up in Kosciusko, Mississippi. After high school, she attended Mississippi State College for Women for two yea r s t hen t r ans f e r red t o 26 Cooperative Extension Service as a 4-H Youth Specialist. It is in Arkansas where she met her husband Doug. They were married in 1976. Although they built a house in Benton, Arkansas in 2004, they only lived in it for one year. The year after they built it, they purchased a motor home and started traveling the country. They ended up returning home once a year to check on their home until they sold it in 2015. While staying at the Deer Creek RV Resort in Davenport, FL during the past two winters, they started looking for a permanent home. They found what they were looking for at Lake Ashton, purchased a house only 6 weeks ago and sold the motor home. Bev and Doug's main hobby is golfing. However, Bev also has a passion for playing pickleball. Being adventurous, Bev and Doug have enjoyed many activities in their life together including scuba diving, backpacking, kayaking, snow skiing, competitive shooting (trap and skeet), and off-roading in a Jeep. Both were competitive water skiers from 1978-1992. Since moving to Lake Ashton Beverly has also started bowling again. In Beverly’s own words, “I love the Lake Ashton Community and the people. Everyone I have met in the LALGA has been so friendly and welcoming. I am enjoying getting to know the ladies and playing some challenging golf.” All of us are excited to have Beverly as part of the league. LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Summer continues to heat up, so Pace-of-Play will be a hot topic! Keep up with the group AHEAD of you. Ready Golf is always the preferred method of play. Think about the club/s you will be using next, so when you put the last club back in your bag, grab the next one/s. If your ball is directly in front of the cup, don’t mark it — hole out! Speaking of heat, remember to keep cold water and/or ice in your cart when you play. Both are available outside the Pro Shop. (continued on p. 28)

(continued from p. 26) In June the group played a new game called Toss or Roll. The main game was a scramble. Each team substituted a toss or roll instead of ONE stroke during the 9-hole round. The team all had to agree when they wanted to use the toss or roll. Each player tossed or rolled their ball instead of using a club. Let us know if you liked it or not. After the game we had our monthly Lunch with Friends. Did someone really lay on the green and use the end of their club similar to a pool shot for their “roll”? The Niners collected items for Polk County Senior Orphans whose mission is to provide basic household items for low-income seniors. The Niners have been involved with this program for a few years and have helped many seniors throughout Polk County. Thanks to the generosity of the LA Niners, our last donation stocked their shelves for a year with laundry and cleaning products, so this summer she had some specific requests for Comet, window cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner and brushes, sponges, shaving cream and disposable razors. Thank you, ladies, for your continued assistance with this charity. Still have questions? Interested in joining the Niners? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The second of the LAMGA’s 3 summer tournaments was the LAMGA Open held on June 22nd. The field was comprised of two-man teams, which were assigned based on handicap. The format was 9 holes of Best Ball and 9 holes of Modified Alternate Shot. The event was followed by a luncheon of brats, hot dogs, potato & macaroni salad, coleslaw and watermelon. As always, many thanks to the Pro Shop and Eagle’s Nest staffs for helping put on this very successful event. Each month the sponsors who so generously support the annual Member-Guest Tournament are featured. This month the following Remodeling, Design, Construction and Heating & Cooling companies are recognized and thanked: AIS Shower Doors, Inc.; Blackburn’s Interiors; Central Door Company; D&D Painting; Florida Coast Skylights; Groutsmith; R.B. Siegel Door Company; Snowbird Heating & Cooling; Southeast Solar & Roof Solutions, Inc.; and Windows by Annalisa. Please support them with your patronage. You can find a list of all the sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, Lake Ashton Living, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of May includes Paul Panone - $90.75; Paul Guay - $89.55; Denis Mulhearn - $83.55; Pat O’Neil - $81.10; Dan Baun - $80.90; Donn Yasz - $78.35; Gerry Krogman - $73.75; Steve Kettells - $73.70; and Bob Zelaszny - $71.70. Thanks again to Red Hoagland Hyundai for their continued sponsorship of this very popular annual contest. Keeping up the pace of play makes golf more enjoyable for all our members. Here are five tips that help speed up the pace of play without having any negative effect on your game. • PLAY READY GOLF. • Always carry a spare ball in your pocket in case a provisional is necessary. • Line up your putt before it is your turn, so you are ready to putt. • Always record your score at the next tee. Never record your score at the green. • Per USGA rules, do not spend more than 3 minutes looking for a lost ball. The July schedule includes: July 6th – Best Net of A&D/B&C; July 13th – Pick Your Foursome, 3 Best Nets; July 20th – Six, Six, Six; July 27th – Beat the Board, Best 3 Nets. 28 29

CLUBS By George Rogers May 3: Jeannine Connors, Chris Verges, Janis Vasqueza, Julie DeMarois May 10: Liz Leigh, Jeannine Connors, Chris Verges, Marge Kniat May 17: Howard Mayne, Liz Leigh, Marge Kniat, Dee Mayne May 24: George Rogers, Marge Kniat, Jeannine Connors, Howard Mayne. May 31: Jeannine Connors, Marge Kniat, Roberta Rogers, Chris Verges June 7: Chris Verges, Graham Littlehales, Liz Leigh, Janis Vasqueza New players are welcome — this is friendly, informal bridge. Call or email George Rogers at 419-708-3320, georgerogers4321@gmail.com to sign up. The group meets Tuesdays at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting July 7 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The July speakers are Kay Fields, incumbent rerunning for the school board, District 5 and Kathy Dobson of Planned Parenthood. For more information, please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves There will be no meeting this month. The next meeting will be September 21. Save the Date! The 2022 Craft Show is right around the corner. It is scheduled for October 22. Crafters are needed! You can reserve a table for $50 to sell your handcrafted items. Call Joan at (239) 851-7899. God Bless the Military and the United States of America! TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE NEW! LA WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT By Barb Wert Ladies, if you have been on the weight management roller coaster and would like some camaraderie and support from other women in the community working on weight management, you are welcome to attend the NEW "L.A. Weight Management Support" meetings on Wednesdays from 3 to 4 pm in the Clubhouse Conference Room. The group will not focus on any one program but will support each other through activities such as a buddy system, accountability, sharing recipes, tips, and articles. E-mail Barb Wert at weatherwife777@yahoo.com for a contact form if you are interested in joining. You are also welcome to join the Facebook group, L.A. Weight Management Support. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 37

LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club is holding a Firecracker Candidate Jamboree at the HFC on Saturday, July 9th from 4 to 7 pm. Candidates for the following positions will be participating: U.S. House Districts 15 & 18; FL Senate District 12; FL Commissioner of Agriculture; Polk County Commissioner; and Polk County School Board. Blackburn’s BBQ is catering the event and tickets can be purchased at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for $15 each. Arrangements are underway for local Judicial candidates to speak at an upcoming Monday Morning Coffee. The club extends a huge thank you to all of the LA residents who joined to view two showings of Dinesh D‘Souza’s “2,000 Mules” on June 6. Both showings were sold out so an encore showing is being planned. Contact: Brenda Bush-Sayre, (813)313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Summer is here and snowbirds are gone! A lot of LA activities are on hiatus, but not LA Rockers, who continue to meet in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. If you are here and want to enjoy a lovely afternoon with a great group of people, try your hand at rock painting! Newcomers are always welcome and we will lend you the supplies you will need for your first meeting. Can't draw or paint - not a problem. Your efforts are guaranteed to bring a smile to someone's face (just check the mirror when you find a hidden rock). Please join on July 13 and 27. In order to attend, join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Connie Strassberg (cbs1949@aol.com). If the meeting has to be canceled at the last minute, a notice will be posted on the LA Rockers Facebook group page. If in doubt, check before you come. Please send prayers for Alice Mayer's continued recovery. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In June, the group discussed several outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for dinner at Crazy Fish and lunch at L’Incontro. The group is purchasing gifts for five senior orphans. The names and lists were assigned. The gifts are to be brought to the July meeting. Donations will be used to purchase gift cards. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on July 3. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White LA Swim Club members want to share a secret. Please only tell your best friends. Swimming is the best all-around exercise for all ages because it: • Involves most of your muscles • Keeps your heart rate up while removing the impact of running or walking on hard surfaces • Builds endurance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular fitness no matter what age • Helps maintain a healthy weight and healthy lungs • Improves flexibility, coordination, balance, & posture • Offers low impact exercise which helps the recovery from many injuries and surgeries • Is a great way to keep fit & make new friends So, what are you waiting for? Come swim with us and improve your fitness level. The swim club has reserved three workout times each week: Mondays from 6 to 7 pm, Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:45 pm, and Saturdays from 10 to 11 am. Come whenever you can. The volunteer coach provides a written workout that can be used in total or as a guide, and he can answer your swimming technique questions. For more information, contact sandyw1994@aol.com LAKE ASHTON SUPPORTERS OF SPECIAL OLYMPIANS (LASSOS) By Mary Morosky Do you have an adult child with an intellectual or developmental disability living with you? Or perhaps you have a special place in your heart for these residents and would like to join in some fun activities tailored for their unique abilities. Join the group at the Clubhouse Craft Room on July 6 from 11 am to 1 pm to learn more about some lifestyle enhancing opportunities for our special residents and their parents, caregivers, or community friends to gather socially and engage in healthy activities right here in Lake Ashton. Donuts and beverages will be provided. Don't miss this great opportunity to network and share ideas/concerns. Call Mary at (814) 460-1710 if you have questions. "AIR BALL" begins in the Outdoor Pool - Thursdays from 7 to 8 pm. Contact Mary at morosky.m@gmail.com for more information. LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS This Summer With an Outdoor Fan! Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

MIND&BODY LIVING WELL Join the Alzheimer's Association on July 27 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Physical activity is a valuable part of any overall body wellness plan and is associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline. Balance and exercise can reduce potential Alzheimer's risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. Sign up on the Clubhouse Information Wall to attend this free, informative presentation. UF/IFAS PRESENTATION July is Lakes Appreciation Month! Attend a presentation on July 20 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom to about wildlife habitat, aquatic plants, and water quality in addition to impacts residents have on area lakes. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr July 9 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Forest Edge Cost $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on July 8. FUSED GLASS CLASSES July 15 from 10 am to 12:30 pm: Create a Fused Glass Garden Stake in the Clubhouse Craft Room July 18 from 4 to 6:30 pm: Create One-ofa-Kind Jewelry in the HFC July 28 from 10 am to noon: Create a Patriotic Glass Sun Catcher in the Clubhouse Ballroom All classes are $35 and include all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing and art glass. Sign up at the Activities Desk of the class location. Limit 12. CREATE A CARD Please join the group on July 19 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Class will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10 am. The cost is $10. Sign up quickly at the HFC, as reservations go quickly. Join in for creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions or further detail. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815.

B O O T S JULY 30 6 - 9 PM CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM B Y T H E L A K E Fried chicken supper with all the fixin’s Live Entertainment by the Outta Here Band Tickets: $25 Purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter June 2022 Simply the Best! "In the summertime, when the weather is hot, you can stretch right up and touch the sky..." - Mungo Jerry Celebrate at a SUMMER SHINDIG on June 17! “ 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES July Issue Deadline: June 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 JUNE 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee with your friends and neighbors at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts are available for $2. JUNE 6 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: Hurricane Preparedness Presentation by C.E.R.T and Polk County Fire Rescue Featured Speaker: Christine Graves Insurance JUNE 13 Bite Me Monday - Donations of pet food and items for the Humane Society of Polk County A Special 50 Year Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speakers: AdventHealth Celebrates Men's Health Month with Dr. Belinda Gavino, Family and Obesity Medicine who specializes in both Men’s and Women’s health Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson JUNE 20 NO MONDAY COFFEE — BOARD MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at the Ballroom Kitchen JUNE 27 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: Dr. Hudson with McLaughlin Middle School Featured Vendor: Matthew Grubb with Morgan Stanley, AdventHealth - Urologist Dr. Paul Arnole DUE T O THE MEMORIAL D AY HOLIDAY , LAKE WALES RESIDENTS WILL HAVE TRASH & RECYCLING PICKED UP ON SATURDAY , JUNE 4 IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 24 EVENTS 26 GOLF 30 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 38 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, June 17, 2022 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, June 20 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm daily CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm (No IDs until June 14) ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Monday, Thursday - Saturday (Closed Tues. & Weds.) 3 to 8 pm Sunday First Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm with Brunch Buffet from 10 to 3 HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm daily LEAVING FOR THE SUMMER? If you will be away for the summer, stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to put your LA Times on hold, or pay for a seasonal subscription ($3/month domestic; $4/month international). The newsletter and calendars are also available electronically. A Summer Checklist is posted on lakeashtoncdd.com and on the information wall in the Clubhouse Ballroom. USPS FORMS No need to chase down the mail carrier anymore; USPS forms for address changes, stop/start mail service, and stamp ordering are now available at the Clubhouse. They can be found by the information wall in the Ballroom. 6 FL APPROVED TAX EXEMPT HOLIDAYS & EXEMPTIONS Florida Legislation created a permanent sales tax exemption for items that assist in independent living. When purchased for noncommercial, home or personal use, the exemption applies to bed transfer handles selling for $60 or less, bed rails selling for $110 or less, grab bars selling for $100 or less, and shower seats selling for $100 or less. The following are some other tax exempt holidays and exemptions: • Children’s books May 14 - Aug. 14 • Baby/toddler clothes & shoes July 1-June 30, 2023 • Children’s diapers July 1-June 30, 2023 • Clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies July 25-Aug. 7 • Disaster preparedness supplies May 28-June 10 (flashlights, radios, tarps, batteries, fire extinguishers, etc.) • Tools and home improvement items Sept. 3-9 • Impact-resistant windows, doors and garage doors July 1-June 30, 2024 • Specified admissions and items related to recreational activities July 1-7 • Energy Star Appliances July 1-June 30, 2023 (washing machines, clothes dryers, water heaters and refrigerators) • Fuel tax reduction October 1-31 NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: June 8 & 22 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot NEW: Food Trucks Will Be On Site! RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE June 8 & 22, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is July 8 at 2 pm in the HFC. Sign up at either Activities Desk. WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 7 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 2021 Best Of HAVEN

LACDD LACDD NEWS BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Summer is almost here, although it feels like it has been here for weeks already. In this edition of the newsletter residents will find a plethora of things to do throughout the summer. Hurricane season officially begins on June 1, but never fear … Supervisors, staff and the Lake Ashton Public Safety organizations are here to ensure residents are as safe as possible during this time of year. Residents should rest assured that the CDD Public Safety team, Neighborhood Watch, C.E.R.T, CAP and onsite security staff all work together to ensure resident's safety at all times, including times of weather emergencies. Now is a great time to ensure you are signed up to receive electronic mail from the Clubhouse and HFC. Public safety announcements, scheduled events and important meetings to attend are announced via email. Sign up on lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com, or stop by either Activities Desk for a form. LA(LW)CDD Supervisors met May 16. A wrap-up report of actions taken was sent out on May 23. Please send an email to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like a copy. A Joint CDD Meeting was held on the same day and both boards discussed the Joint Amenity Policy. Supervisors and residents gave great feedback and a revised version of the policy will be presented at the next Joint CDD meeting on July 15 at 11 am at the Health and Fitness Center (HFC). Discussions regarding the LA(LW)CDD Fiscal Year 2023 budget (October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023) are ongoing. The hearing to adopt the budget is set to occur on August 15, 2022 during the regularly scheduled monthly Board of Supervisors (BOS) Meeting. Every BOS meeting between now and then is important and residents are encouraged to attend in person or via Zoom. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for agenda packets, the proposed FY 2023 budget, approved meeting minutes, and other district documents including the current Joint Amenity Facilities Policy, and seasonal checklists. June 21 is the first day of Summer and the longest day of the year; take advantage of it! Don't let the sun and rain intimidate you — there are plenty of fun things to do inside, and outdoor activities can also be enjoyed safely. There are multiple umbrellas at the Outdoor Pool, Pet Play Park, and Bocce Ball Courts, and the Shuffleboard Courts have benches covered by a roof for shelter from the heat and rain. Remember to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated when enjoying outdoor activities. While enjoying the wonderful outdoors be sure to stop by the Clubhouse Pavilion and take a look at the beautiful Florida friendly plants that were recently installed by the Lake Ashton Garden Club. This area is more beautiful because of their hard work and dedication. In June, the Garden Club will be planting trees in the Pet Play Park. Stay tuned to media for information on how you can help with this community outreach project. They are truly making Lake Ashton more beautiful each day. Thank you! 8 More Choices M Now I ro uc Int d ing AVON PARK Best Prices... Now Introducing to Our Showroom Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online ne.com The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! 863-402-1688 WWW.TURNERFURNITUREONLINE.COM AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 9 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1375 4/22

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director Some of our Lake Ashton residents have already left on holiday or to go up to their second homes. Our activities will continue…dances, seminars, fitness classes, etc. the same as always even though fewer residents are here. This summer we will be continuing with Zoom Yoga classes as that is another of our valued fitness classes. A listing of events on hiatus for the summer will be published at the HFC Activities Desk, so if you are a chairperson with your event on hiatus for the summer, please call 863-595-1562 to let staff know. With temperatures rising and the humidity as well, please take time to review the symptoms of both heat stroke and heat exhaustion. They are different and can be life threatening. When outside, always have water available close at hand. Any kind of alcohol dehydrates and makes any health problems relating to the heat and humidity manifest sooner and more severely…so water, or a drink with electrolytes in it PLEASE… for your continued good health. I’ve been requesting this every summer since 2006, but it deserves repeating. Many maintenance projects have been completed. The Pickleball and Tennis Court windscreens have needed additional maintenance due to the strong winds we’ve been experiencing in Central Florida. The resurfacing of the Pickleball Courts will be done soon. We got word that we are “in the queue” to be scheduled. The new windscreens have arrived, but we will wait until this project is completed to install them. By then our service delayed new Pickleball net will hopefully be here as well. The Winged Foot Pet Park has had its gate fixed at a cost of $60 for parts in lieu of a new gate purchase of $540. This is just one example of the cost savings our Maintenance team provides to you. Recent kitchen appliance repairs also have been made. These are just a few of many tasks completed. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O The Joint Amenities Policies will be completed and then approved at an upcoming Joint Board of Supervisors’ meeting. I’d like to thank Angie Littlewood, Steve Realmuto, and Christine Wells for their many contributions to the recent review of the Joint Amenities Policies. This document is vital for the Community Directors reference, and it is in my opinion, the most clearly stated reference to date. I look forward to working with this information in time for the next round of annual scheduling in December. Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707,alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com 10 11

CDD SUPERVISOR QUAL I FYING PERIOD The qualifying period for candidates for the office of Supervisor of the Lake Ashton Community Development District and Lake Ashton II Community Development District will commence at noon on June 13 and close at noon on June 17, 2022. Candidates must qualify for the office of Supervisor with the Polk County Supervisor of Elections (250 S. Broadway, Bartow, Florida 33830, 863.534.5888). All candidates shall qualify for individual seats in accordance with section 99.061, Florida Statutes, and must also be qualified electors of the District (any person at least 18 years of age who is a citizen of the United States, a legal resident of the State of Florida and of the District, and who is registered to vote with the Polk County Supervisor of Elections). Campaigns shall be conducted in accordance with Chapter 106, Florida Statutes. The Lake Ashton Community Development District (Lake Wales) has three seats up for election: seats #2, #3, and #4. The Lake Ashton II Community Development District (Winter Haven) has two seats up for election: seats #1 and #3. Each seat carries a four-year term of office. Elections are nonpartisan and will be held at the same time as the general election on November 3, 2022, in the manner prescribed by law for general elections. For more information, you may contact the Polk County Supervisor of Elections at 863-534-5888 or visit polkelections.com. RESIDENT FEEDBACK Your experiences in the Lake Ashton Community are meant to be as pleasant and memorable as possible. Please take a minute to let staff know how they are doing. There are drop off locations for feedback forms outside the Community Director's office in the both the Clubhouse and the HFC. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 12 www.jimsfloordepot.com POOL & SPA REMINDERS • Please do not eat or drink while in the pools or spa, including sitting on the side of the pool or spa. Florida health codes do not allow for any beverages (even bottled water) to be on the wet pool deck which is the four (4) foot perimeter around the entire pool and spa. Please enjoy food and beverages at the tables and/or chairs. • No glass containers permitted in the pool area. • Please shower before entering Lake Ashton pools or spas. • Only those aged 13 years and older should enjoy the spas. • Please put down pool umbrellas when leaving the pool area to avoid potential damage caused by wind. • Residents, please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other amenities during the summer months. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 13 • Before entering the area, children should be reminded to walk on the pool deck as running is always prohibited. • It is helpful (but not required) if residents accompany guests. • Guests can be registered at either Activities Desk during operating hours or by calling Security at 863.324.7290 after hours. ROOM RESERVATIONS Recurring group reservation renewals for 2023 will not take place until December 2022. To ensure this process runs smoothly when the time comes, please email smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com with contact information for the current facilitator including activity name, facilitator name, phone number, and email address. If your club, group, or organization has elected officers, please include the names of all officers. Any questions, please contact Sheila at the Club Office.

CLUBHOUSE PET PLAY PARK UPDATES At the May 16 Board of Supervisors Meeting a quote to overseed the Clubhouse Pet Play Park was approved. During overseeding, portions of the park will be closed off for use. Please stay tuned to electronic media for information on closures once a schedule is confirmed. Clubhouse Pet Play Park maintenance concerns can be emailed to Matt Fisher, the Clubhouse Operations Manager, at (mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com). Please include a detailed description of the issue and staff will be sure to get it resolved as soon as possible. Recently staff has received complaints regarding dogs showing aggression and being unruly at the Clubhouse Pet Play Park. Please remember when using the Pet Play Parks that there are rules in place to ensure all pets (and owners) have an enjoyable time. There is a sign posted at the entrance to all parks that list the rules in place. To help avoid conflicts with neighbors, residents are encouraged to reach out to staff or security if they believe a rule is being violated by anyone utilizing the Pet Play Park. Please provide as much information as possible in order to complete an incident report and address the concern with the parties involved. Please remember the current Joint Amenity Facilities Policy states, in part, the following regarding pets that show signs of aggression when at the parks: • At the first sign of aggression or if a pet becomes unruly and plays too rough, the pet must be leashed and removed from the pet park immediately and banned for the remainder of the day. This will also cause a verbal warning to be issued to the owner by the Amenity Manager. • In the event the pet harms, bites or fights another pet or an owner, the pet will be banned from visiting the parks while other pets are present for a period of thirty days. • If a second incident of harm, biting, or fighting occurs within a six (6) month period, the pet will be banned from the pet park for one (1) year. 14 MEDICAL REFERENCE LIBRARY Do you want to learn more about general medical conditions, as well as possible treatment options and recommendations? Come check out the refreshed and restocked medical information section of the Health & Fitness Center library! There are several pamphlets and informational packets available free to residents, with facts and statistics about several different medical conditions. Topics include diabetes, arthritis, IBS, Alzheimer’s, tremors, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, and others. The information provided in the reference materials, while accurate, are not meant to be used for a medical diagnosis. Please consult a doctor or specialist for any medical concerns you may have. Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Great Egret is the largest white egret in Florida. These usually solitary birds can be found at any body of water hunting for fish, the mainstay of their diet. Lake Ashton residents may be surprised to have a living lawn ornament as Great Egrets also hunt in landscaped yards for lizards and other delicacies. They are dwarfed in size only by the ubiquitous Great Blue Heron. These large white members of the heron family have a heavy yellow bill and black legs and feet. Breeding adults sport long lacy plumes on the back and vivid lime-green lores (the skin between the eye and the bill). These lovely plumes nearly led to the Great Egret's demise as they were fashionable on women's hats in the late 1800s. Once the birds were protected, they made a good comeback and became the symbol of the National Audubon Society. 15

LA COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE UPDATE By Kay Teehan Lake Ashton Community Action Committee is a group of volunteers representing Lake Ashton residents who are working to understand and communicate about the planned residential developments surrounding Lake Ashton, and the road construction plans that may impact the quality of life in this community. A wellreceived presentation was given at Monday Coffee at the Clubhouse May 7. If you missed this update, the presentation on the Lake Ashton Living website. Contact LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com to be added to the email distribution list. I am beyond grateful for all the time and effort each of you so selflessly gave. Though it has been a very hard time, feeling the love from the community brightened each one of my days more than I can express. Thank you all for that and may that love continue. God bless. - Nancy Zogrates We were so fortunate to live in this wonderful community for so many years. The time has come for us to move closer to our daughters in Pittsburgh. We will take many memories of wonderful times and friends with us. Our wish for everyone is to enjoy travel, stay healthy, and always have a positive attitude. - Don and Pat Neaves ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the    button to  your own ONWARD! y  WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES  Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT  863-439-5431      WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car     29630 U.S. Hwy. 27  Dundee, FL 33838  artsgolfcars@aol.com 16 AUTHORIZED DEALER CELEBRATING PAT NEAVES By Diane Dillon, BOLLA Publicity Chair The members of BOLLA (Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton) recently held a surprise party for Pat Neaves at the clubhouse. Pat and Don are moving to Pittsburgh to be near their beloved daughters and grandson. Pat has been BOLLA’s president for over 11 years and has led the group to continued growth and prosperity. Under Pat’s leadership, for the last few years BOLLA has consistently donated over 1,000 blankets per year to children in crisis throughout Polk County. One of Pat’s favorite activities was BOLLA’s major fundraiser, the popular Trash to Treasure sale (coming up in March 2023). Pat was tireless in her efforts so that the Treasures donated by LA residents could be available for others to enjoy. She even recruited Don and his friends to drive trucks to residents’ homes to retrieve furniture and large items for the sale! BOLLA was not Pat’s only passion at Lake Ashton. You might have seen her volunteering at the Clubhouse Activities Desk, collating the LA Times, or helping with countless other activities. Most of all, Pat fostered a spirit of camaraderie and friendship to all. How we will miss her! We wish Pat and Don years and years of happiness with their family. Pat has officially turned over the reins at BOLLA to Linda Warden. Good Luck to Linda and her team who are well on their way to continue Pat’s mission. Pat says,“It’s all about the children. BOLLA is in good hands, and I think I will come back for a visit next winter when it gets cold!” ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty  Same length as standard 4-passenger  2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE! AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27  Dundee, FL 33838      Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 17 29630 U.S. Highway 27  Dundee, FL 33838      Family Owned & Operated Since 1987

LA LOOKS WHAT IS AN ALGAE BLOOM? Algae blooms are dense layers of tiny green plants that form on the surface of lakes and ponds. The rapid growth of the algae is due to the higher amounts of nutrients in the water. These nutrients are introduced by run off from the roads and fertilizers put into lawns. During the spring and summer months the combination of warm and sunny days in addition to higher nutrient levels promote continued rapid growth. Lake Ashton CDD (LACDD) has a contract with an aquatic plant management vendor that maintains the ponds on a monthly basis. When an algae bloom occurs, treatments increase to every two weeks until it is under control. To be proactive in keeping ponds clear of aquatic plants and algae, LACDD has installed grass carp in problematic ponds as recommended by the aquatics vendor. These fish are a long term, low cost way of combating unwanted aquatic plants. Any questions or concerns regarding maintenance of ponds located in Lake Wales can be emailed to Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com. LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Tom Hevel The writers of Lake Ashton’s Governing Documents knew how divisive signs can be, not to mention unattractive, so they prohibited them. When we bought in Lake Ashton, we all signed to adhere to these Governing Documents. Please refrain from posting signs on golf carts, and trash bins, and mail boxes, etc. Please keep in mind that a sign posted in frustration is only a temporary relief and will undoubtedly be found objectionable by some of your neighbors. Perhaps your parents taught you: “To be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.” If you would like to make a difference, there are many ways to get involved in local, county, state or federal issues. Respectfully write to the authorities, donate to causes, volunteer your time, but please, do not take out your frustrations on your neighbors. LA (LW) HOA Board Of Directors: • President/Treasurer Bob Powant president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President Debby Landgrebe vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Ken Rickey secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org • Compliance Issues compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org 18 *

SAFETY All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Tips to Protect Your Personal Information (Courtesy of Consumer Affairs) The best protection against identity theft is to carefully protect your personal information. • Do not share personal information over the phone, through the mail, or over the internet unless you initiated the contact or know the person. Be s u sp i c i ou s i f someone con t a c t s you unexpectedly online and asks for personal information. •Only open e-mails that look like they are from people or organizations you know, and even then, be cautious. •Don’t give out valuable personal information; Social Security numbers, financial account information and driver’s license number should be kept confidential. •Shred old receipts, account statements, and unused credit card offers. •Choose PINs and passwords that would be difficult to guess. Don’t use easily identifiable information like mother’s name, birth dates, the last four digits of your social security number, or phone numbers. •Pay attention to billing cycles and account statements. •Obtain your free credit report annually and review your credit history. CITIZENS ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP) is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg at 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). Pictured at left: Lake Aston CAP members attend a volunteers luncheon on May 3. 20 STORM SEASON BEGINS Hurricane season begins June 1 and runs until November 30. To assist residents in getting prepared for hurricane season, staff has compiled some guidelines and other important information that will be helpful as you prepare for the 2022 Hurricane Season. It can be found on lakeashtoncdd.com and will be sent out via electronic messaging. Florida legislation created a 10-day “disaster preparedness” sales tax holiday from May 28 to June 10, 2022, for disaster preparedness supplies. Some examples of tax-free items include: flashlights and lanterns costing $40 or less; radios costing $50 or less; tarps costing $100 or less, coolers costing $60 or less, batteries costing $50 or less; and, generators costing $1,000 or less. CERT and Polk County Emergency Services will give a Hurricane Preparedness presentation at Monday Coffee on June 6 … don’t miss it! DON’T FORGET: • Hurricane and storm shutters must be approved by the Lake Ashton ARC. • Visit the official site for Florida emergency preparation at floridadisaster.org. • Go to alertpolk.com to register your contact information for the Alert Polk telephone and email notification system. Polk County officials use this system to inform county residents of situations that may affect their health, safety, and welfare, including severe weather alerts. ALL IGATOR ALERT According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) alligator mating season occurs in May and June so an increase in activity, including aggressive and territorial behavior is possible throughout the month. In late June or early July, females build a mound nest of soil, vegetation, or debris and deposit an average of 32 to 46 eggs. Incubation requires approximately 63-68 days, and hatching occurs from mid-August through early September. FWC reminds residents to be cautious when having fun in and around water during the summer months. Generally, alligators less than four feet in length are not large enough to be dangerous unless handled. However, if you encounter any alligator that you believe poses a threat to people, pets or property, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWCGATOR (866-392-4286). Please be aware that nuisance alligators are killed, not relocated. 21

STOP THE BLEED CERT has partnered with the Polk County Fire Rescue to bring a Stop the Bleed class to the Clubhouse Ballroom on June 23 at 11 am. This class is an initiative that teaches the public to help slow or prevent major blood loss using compression techniques. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall, limited to only 32 participants. CPR CLASS Learn how to perform CPR with Polk County Fire Rescue on June 29 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with hands-on training, a presentation, and an educational video. Please sign up for this class at the Clubhouse Information Wall. 22 23

MOVI ES ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 31 — JUNE 2 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM GREYHOUND 2020 | PG-13 | 1H 32MIN U.S. Navy Cmdr. Ernest Krause (Tom Hanks) is assigned to lead an Allied convoy across the Atlantic during World War II. His convoy, however, is pursued by German U-boats. Although this is Krause's first wartime mission, he finds himself embroiled in what would come to be known as the longest, largest and most complex naval battle in history: The Battle of the Atlantic. JUNE 7 — 9 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM MARRY ME 2022 | PG-13 | 1h 52min A betrayed pop star (Jennifer Lopez), slated to marry her pop star fiancé on stage, instead marries a stranger from the audience - a high school math teacher (Owen Wilson). Against the odds, their sham relationship develops into something real...but can their love survive the limelight? JUNE 14 — 16 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM DOG 2022 | PG-13 | 1H 41MIN Army Ranger Briggs (Channing Tatum) and Lulu, a Belgian Malinois, buckle up for a road trip down the Pacific Coast in hopes of making it to a fellow soldier's funeral on time. Along the way, they'll drive each other crazy, break a handful of laws, narrowly escape death, and learn to let down their guards in order to have a fighting chance of finding happiness. JUNE 21 — 23 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM OPERATION MINCEMEAT 2022 | PG-13 | 2H 8MIN In this fact-based drama, British intelligence officers Ewen Montagu (Colin Firth) and Charles Cholmondely (Matthew Macfayden) use a corpse and false papers to trick the Nazis into thinking the Allies will launch an attack on Southern Europe through Greece rather than Italy. JUNE 28 — 30 11 AM, 3 & 7 PM UNCHARTED 2022 | PG-13 | 2h 18min Street-smart thief Nathan Drake (Tom Holland) is recruited by seasoned treasure hunter Victor "Sully" Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg) to recover a fortune lost by Ferdinand Magellan 500 years ago. What starts as a heist job for the duo becomes a globe-trotting, white-knuckle race to reach the prize before the ruthless Moncada, who believes he and his family are the rightful heirs. If Nate and Sully can decipher the clues and solve one of the world's oldest mysteries, they stand to find 5 billion in treasure and perhaps even Nate's long-lost brother, but only if they can learn to work together. 24 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM JUNE 3 - 11 AM (NO 3 PM MOVIE) AMERICAN GRAFFITI 1973 | PG | 1H 52MIN Showcas ing then-Hol lywoodnewcomers Harrison Ford, Richard Dreyfuss and Ron Howard, director George Lucas weaves together the stories of a disparate group of teenagers as they struggle with adolescent rites of passage in 1962. JUNE 10 - 3 PM (NO 11 AM MOVIE) STAND BY ME 1986 | R | 1H 29MIN Gordon “Gordie” Lachance (Wil Wheaton) reads in the newspaper that his friend Chris Chambers (River Phoenix) has died. This takes us to a flashback to the summer of 1959, when Gordie, Chris, and their friends were 12 years old and went looking for the body of a missing boy in Castle Rock, Oregon. Along their journey, they meet more challenges—including but not limited to leeches—than they could have anticipated and all do a lot of growing up. JUNE 17 - 11 AM (NO 3 PM MOVIE) THE ENDLESS SUMMER 1966 | NR | 1H 32MIN Documentary filmmaker Bruce Brown, himself a competition-level surfer, follows surfers Michael Hynson and Robert August on an around-the-world surfing adventure. With Brown's wry, sardonic narration and a twangy, guitardriven instrumental soundtrack by The Sandals playing over the silent footage, Mike and Rob leave their California home to visit Hawaii, Australia, South Africa and other secluded surfing spots in a search for "The Perfect Wave.” 25 SUNDAY FUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE 3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. June 5th - Quittin Time June 12th - Carlos & Company June 19th - Randy Sullens June 26th - Mickenzie FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: 863.324.5810 www.ashtontapandgrill.com JOIN US FOR FIRST JUNE 24 TIN CUP 1996 | R | 2H 15 MIN A washed up golf pro (Kevin Costner) working at a driving range tries to qualify for the US Open in order to win the heart of his successful rival (Don Johnson)’s girlfriend (Rene Russo). This movie reunites Costner and Russo with Bull Durham writerdirector Ron Shelton. • at Sunday, June 5th 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Traditional Brunch Selections $20 per person Coffee & Orange Juice Included • Bloody Marys & Mimosas +4.00 Call 863.324.5810 for reservations JOIN US FOR FATHER’S DAY DINNER Sunday, June 19th Special Of The Evening Is A Ribeye Steak $26 per person Reservations Required june

EVENTS DANCE PARTIES AT THE HFC A Dance Party will be held on June 3, and a Beach Dance Party will be held on June 24 at the HFC. They will be BYOB events. DJ Wayne will be the disc jockey for both events. Join your friends and neighbors with a night of fun music and dancing! NATIONAL CORVETTE DAY Calling all Corvette owners and admirers! Celebrate National Corvette Day with an all Corvette show in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot on June 30 from 3 to 6 pm. All residents and their guests are welcomed to “ooh and ahh” at the sportscars on display. A cash bar will be available. Resident Corvette owners who would like to participate will need to register at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by 1 pm on June 24. There is no need for attendees to register or obtain tickets - the show is free! BOOTS BY THE LAKE Saddle up, put your boots on, and mosey on over for a heckuva good time at the Clubhouse on July 30 from 6 to 9 pm. Now it ain’t a party without some good vittles so pull up a chair for a fried chicken supper with all the fixin’s! You’ll be hootin’ and hollerin’ once the Outta Here Band takes the stage, they’ll have you dancin’ till the cows come home! Y’all best believe its gonna be a grand ol’ time! You’ll be madder than a wet hen if you take your sweet time gettin’ your tickets. Get down to the Clubhouse Activities Desk quick, fast, and in a hurry to buy your tickets with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard for $25 on June 27 after Monday Coffee. 26 THANK YOU FROM LAPAC! By Karen Nelson Thank you, Lake Ashton friends and neighbors, for the wonderful support of the 2022 Showcase, Time After Time. This resident-driven annual performance involves so many talented people in our community, and it takes every individual involved to prepare and stage the Showcase. Thank you to the cast, crew, Activities staff - and their families - for sharing their time and talents (and family members). Thank you to the audiences and sponsors for enabling LAPAC to produce the Showcase. The preparation for the 2023 Showcase has already begun. Watch the LA Times for the dates and time for the 2023 information meeting coming up in November! Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work We owe a lot to Brad… When we visited Florida this year it was with the intention of selling our home. We were under the impression that we would put it on the market and after a period of time it would sell. But that’s not what happened. It was listed on January 9 and two days later we accepted an offer that was above the asking price. Needless to say, we were delighted. We owe a lot to our experienced, knowledgeable real estate broker, Brad Kirwan, for the success of this venture. From listing to closing Brad was with us all the way, answering our questions, and guiding and reassuring us in his calm, goodhumored manner. He receives our highest recommendation. Marilyn and Paul Barker. 8 April 2022 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 27

7 PM SUMMER JUNE 17 MUSIC Clubhouse Balr"m FOOD 28 shindig AIR CONDITIONING! DELICIOUS SUMMER PIN-WHEEL SANDWICHES, PASTA SALAD, A FRUIT DISPLAY, AND ICE CREAM BAR ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE OF $20. PURCHASE WITH A CHECK (PAYABLE TO LACDD), VISA, OR MASTERCARD. SPONSORED BY MATT MALIA WITH PREMIER EVENTS JULY 4 - Annual Golf Cart Parade JULY 11 - Pool Party! Celebrate National Swimming Pool day down at the Clubhouse swimming pool! Drop by the pool from 1 to 3 pm to take a dip while enjoying music and free watermelon. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by July 8. AUGUST 20 - Camp Lake Ashton Jamboree 2023 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES DATES Keep an eye out for the 2023 dates to be released in the July edition of the newsletter. Season ticket renewals will begin in October of 2022, with the upgrade/exchange period and new season tickets sales happening in November. Bus Trips are back with safety precautions in place such as special air purifiers installed on all motor coaches to thoroughly clean and disinfect them before and after trips. A Waiver of Liability must be signed by each passenger in order to go on the trip. All trips include reserved round trip transportation in deluxe motor coaches from the Clubhouse. Sign up for any of the below trips at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check payable to Small World Tours. Lake Ashton Bus Trips JULY 24: BUBBLES AND BROADWAY — $120/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 AUGUST 10: TAMPA AQUARIUM - $65/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 1 SEPTEMBER 7 - 8: FT. MYERS MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN & EDISON AND FORD ESTATES - $325/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $65 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 OCTOBER 15: FALL ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL - $39/PERSON ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2: ST. AUGUSTINE - $479/PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, $145 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT) ACTIVITY LEVEL 2 29

GOLF LALGA By Lydia Fichtman As members leave for the summer the LALGA will miss you and will look forward to your return in the fall. As the league continues through the summer, the league has some fun and new events planned. Mark your calendars for June 24! The LALGA will sponsor a Nine, Wine and Dine event. The nine hole scramble will be held on a Friday at 4 pm and will be open to all members of the Golf Club. Only 20 foursomes will be permitted as dinner will be held in the Nest afterwards. There will be hors d’oeuvres, finger foods and 5 wines to taste. More info to follow. On July 11 and 12, a Christmas in July tournament will be held. Wear your favorite “cool” Holiday clothes and come out to play and lunch. Again, more information will be available in late June. Look for a blast or at the bulletin board for more info. This is the last month the Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the past tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: Red Hoagland Hyundai; Red Lobster; Reunion Golf Club; Richard’s Coffee; Rightway Landscaping; River Greens Golf Course; Rodizios Brazilian Restaurant; RP Funding Center ; Ruby Tuesday; Schalamar Golf Lakeland; Sizzling Grill; Sleuths Mystery Dinner Theater; Smith Chiropractic Inc Chirocare Solutions LLC; Snowbird Heating & Cooling; Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club; Spa G & Boutique; Speedway Auto Sales; Steve Graves Computers; Stonegate Golf – Solivita; Sun – nLake Golf; Tampa Bay Rays; Tanners Lakeside Restaurant and Bar; Taty’s Creations; TEVA; The Dali Museum; The Port Restaurant; Theater Winter Haven; Tijuana Flats; Tire Kingdom ; Tires Plus; Trent Farrow; Tropical Smoothie Café; Tsunami Sushi; Turner Furniture; Twisted Prop; United Refrigeration; Veterinary Healthcare; Walmart; Walt Disney World Golf; Wash City Car Wash Route 27; Watson Clinic Foundation; WAWA; Wayne Morris - 30 DJ; Weaver Loveless Law Firm; Wedgewood Country Club; Weikert Ford; Wells Fargo; Wendy Phillips – Posh; White Heron Golf Club; Winter Haven Country Club; Winter Park Scenic Boat Tours and Wonderworks. The committee is already preparing for the November 8, 2022 tournament. Please keep an eye out for upcoming information regarding how you can get involved. Stay cool and hydrate. See you on the course! Meet Barbara Reid Barb, a mother of two and grandmother of three, hails from Alberta, Canada although she lived her entire life in Manitoba until 2 years ago when she and her husband moved to be closer to their family living in Banff. Barb graduated from college as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and after college married Darrell Reid, whom she knew from high school. They just celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary. After marrying, Barb and Darrell owned a Petro Canada station and later a Dairy Queen where they worked side by side. She continued to practice in the lab as well, and was an elected official on the school board for nine years. After renting in Lake Ashton several times before retiring in 2011, Barb and Darrell decided to take the plunge and buy a home in this beautiful community. In 2013 they moved onto Nicklaus Drive. Barb loves “living in a resort” and has never regretted for a moment their decision to own in LA. According to Barb, she “loves the league, the camaraderie of the golf groups, and the amenities” of Lake Ashton. She finds it very easy to meet people through the league and in the community. Besides golf, Barb enjoys working out, walking, reading and running. During the Pandemic, she learned how to knit and makes “touques” (baby caps) for the newborn babies of the local hospital. Thank you Barb for being a part of this amazing group of women!

LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt May was Veterans Month and Red White and Blue bows were on mailboxes throughout the community to show support and appreciation of Veterans near and far. The second Annual LAVA Armed Forces Day Golf Tournament was May 21 and at time of this writing there were 30 teams signed up to participate. Way to go teams! A big THANK YOU goes out to all the Niners who contributed to the collection fund for Allisha at the Eagle’s Nest. She is more than grateful to see the support as she continues with surgeries and heals from her nasty ankle break. Get well Allisha! Another THANK YOU goes out to all you gals that are driving/riding two to a cart. Being kind to the golf course by limiting the number of carts on the grass always helps. Stay on the cart path (or the rough) and follow the 90-degree rule: use the cart path (or rough) to get close to your ball, then make a 90-degree turn onto the fairway to get to your ball. Please please please remember NOT to drive down the center of the fairways to get to your ball. There will be four games in June, with June 28 being Lunch with Friends. There was a good showing for the Mexican fiesta lunch on May 3, complete with margaritas – Ole! Still have questions? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! LAMGA By Paul Fichtman April was another successful month for LAMGA highlighted by the Cinco de Mayo event on May 4 and Beat the Board on May 11. The Cinco de Mayo event included a Mexican lunch served in the Eagle’s Nest. Thanks to the Pro Shop and Eagle’s Nest staffs for putting on a great event. Out of a total of 10 teams, seven were able to Beat the Board on May 11.         28 This month the following Dentists and Attorneys who generously sponsored the annual Member/ Guest tournament are recognized and thanked: Boyett Family Dentistry, Forni Dental, George W. Butz III, DDS, Heartland Dental, Pure Dental Brands – Paul Palo, DDS, Stone Law Group, and Weaver Loveless Law. Please support these generous sponsors with your business when you are in need of one of their services. A list of all sponsors is posted both on the LAMGA web site and Lake Ashton Living as well as The Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of April is comprised of Pat O’Neal - $74.75; Denis Mulhearn - $73.05; Paul Panone - $70.25; Paul Guay - $69.30; Brian Peck - $68.00; Jim Simpson - $65.05; Mike Renaud - $64.75; Bob Plummer - $63.50; Donn Yasz -$60.10; and Steve Morgan - $59.05. June’s events are: June 1 - Pick 12 Holes; June 8 – Net Stableford; June 15 – Pick Your Foursome – 1 Net Par 5s, 2 Nets Par 4s, 4 Nets Par 3s; and June 22 – LAMGA Open.                               37

CLUBS THE ART GROUP By Lyn Rogers If you like to make art, join the group in the Clubhouse Craft Room on Monday mornings any time between 9 am and noon. There are water colorists, oil painters, and colored pencil drawers among other things. Bring whatever you are working on and join in the fun. Hope to see you there. CREATIVE QUILTERS By Marsha Martin The Creative Quilters has changed their "Project Day" to the second Tuesday of the month at 1 pm for the summer. The project for May was learning the super easy block for the wildly popular Chandelier Quilt. The project for June has yet to be decided but the classes are always instructional, easy, and full of laughter! A shopping trip — with lunch! — is being planned for later this summer. Come join the group for quilting tips, inspiration and lots of laughs. For information please call Marsha Martin at 406-788-8087. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting June 2 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The June speaker is Dell Quary, candidate for Polk County School Board, District 7. For more information, please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis It was a gorgeous morning on May 11 for planting! The Lake Ashton Garden Club members updated the front of the Pavilion and planted Native Florida Plants on the side nearest the Clubhouse pool. Plant markers were 34 added to assist current and new community re s i d e n t s interested in low maintenance Florida friendly plants. Please come visit and enjoy on a walk or golf cart ride. Thanks to all community members who donated funds to make this happen. The next meeting will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom June 8 at 10 am. There will be a guest speaker from UF/ IFAS. Join the meeting and learn about beneficial pollinators and plants that attract both bees and birds. New members are always welcomed. GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl Come join the Genealogy Club to find your ancestors and enjoy the company of some of your LA neighbors who have this similar interest. The next meeting is June 8 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Bring your questions, ancestor stories and digital devices if you’d like. For more information call Jane at 815-545-6655. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves THANKS to all who supported the “Red, White and Blue Tie a Bow” fundraiser. It was a tremendous success! More bows have been ordered for future Patriotic Holidays. More info to come. SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 Craft Show is right around the corner — October 22. Crafters are needed! Reserve a table for $50 to sell your handcrafted items. Call Joan at 239-851-7899. LAVA Auxiliary was able to support the LAVA Golf tournament on May 21st by providing a “ROVING CANTEEN.”LAVA Auxiliary volunteers provided beverages and doughnuts for the golfers. This is just one of many ways LAVA and LAVA Auxiliary work together for the benefit of the military. Please note there will be no June meeting.                                                               35

LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet on June 22 at the Clubhouse. Social time begins at 3:30 pm and the meeting begins at 4. This month, the County Citizens Defending Freedom (CCDF), will tell us about their local efforts as well as what they are involved in nationally. A Candidate Jamboree will be held on July 9. Hear from candidates and enjoy a barbecue dinner catered by Blackburn’s. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to both events. Contact is Brenda BushSayre at 813-313-9911 or bbs1954@icloud.com. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg The year is flying by, and in the blink of an eye the seasons have turned from winter, to spring, to summer. LA Rockers are still meeting in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Ann Lutz taught a wonderful class on using glitter to enhance the painted rocks, while Alice Mayer encouraged LA Rockers to try their hands at the Tuesday Tutorials she posts on the Facebook page weekly. Newcomers are always welcome and it does not cost anything to try — you can borrow the supplies you need for your first meeting. Don't worry if you can't draw or paint — your efforts are guaranteed to bring a smile to someone's face (just check the mirror). There will be three meetings this month: June 1, 15, and 29! Join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Alice Mayer (aamayer1@gmail.com) to let them know you are coming. Last minute cancellations will be posted on the LA Rockers Facebook page. If in doubt, check before you come. SINGLES CLUB By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the 36 Clubhouse Ballroom. In May, the group discussed several outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for a lunch at Lucille’s in Winter Haven and a back-stage tour of the Winter Haven Theater. A list of names for Senior Orphans’ midyear gifts will be available at the June meeting. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on June 5. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Super exciting news! The two LA Swim Club members pictured above, Cathy Liska & Sharon Swanson, represented Lake Ashton in the 2022 National Senior Games in Swimming in Fort Lauderdale, May 13-16. There were over 700 competitors, a mechanical delay, and weather delays. Cathy and Sharon each swam in three events and finished in the top 20 of each. What an achievement! Congratulations! The National Senior Games was created for ages 50-100+ in 1987 and is held every two years. There are typically over 12,000 participants in 22 sports. The swimming competition is divided into 12 events, plus two gender & ten 5-year age groups. To qualify to compete at Nationals, one must first compete and place in the top 5 in a regional meet and then must compete and place in the top 4 at the Florida Senior Games. LA Swim Club invites all swimmers to swim during the three scheduled times each week (Mondays 6-7 pm, Wednesdays 1:45-2:45 pm, Saturdays 10-11 am). Workouts are tailored to your desires - whether you are competitive or not, if you wish to swim for fun and fitness, or you simply want to improve your technique and enjoy the company of others with similar interests. While everyone is proud of Cathy and Sharon, please do not be intimidated by their personal accomplishments. It is fun and welcoming! For more information, con t ac t vo l un t ee r coach Sandy Wh i t e at sandyw1994@aol.com. LA PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By Becky Wilson Pickleball players may give themselves a rating, which is appropriately called a self-rating. Selfratings are two digits (for instance, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, etc.). To determine what your pickleball self-rating is, check out below! (Source: ThePickler.com) 1.0-2.0 - Just starting to play and understand the rules of pickleball. 2.5 - You can keep a short rally on the pickleball court, and have a basic understanding of the rules (particularly, you can keep score properly). 3.0 - You can generally hit forehand drives, serves, and returns with medium pace, as well as dinks, but generally lack consistency and control (for instance, serves and returns are not consistent and lack depth); you understand the basic strategy and rules, including keeping score properly. 3.5 - You can hit drives, serves, and returns with pace (including developing backhand shots), as well as dinks and drop shots, and are developing some consistency and control ( including consistently hitting serves and returns in play); you understand the basic strategy and rules, you are starting to vary your shots between the hard and soft game, and you are moving quickly to the Non-Volley Zone line when you have the opportunity. 4.0 - You can generally hit both forehand and backhand drives, serves, and returns with pace, as well as dinks, drop shots, and volleys (including block volleys) of different speeds, and have consistency and control; you understand the strategy and rules of pickleball (including stacking), you have a moderate number of unforced errors, and you understand how to attack your opponents’ weaknesses on the pickleball court. 4.5 - You can generally hit both forehand and backhand drives, serves, returns, dinks, drop shots, and volleys with pace, spin, depth, direction, consistency and control; you understand the strategy and rules of pickleball (including 37 stacking), you have a limited number of unforced errors, and you change your game play to attack your opponents’ weaknesses on the pickleball court. 5.0 - You have mastered both forehand and backhand drives, serves, and returns with pace, as well as dinks, drop shots, and volleys of different speeds, and have consistency and control; you have mastered the strategy and rules of pickleball (including stacking), you rarely make unforced errors, and you attack your opponents’ weaknesses on the pickleball court. 5.5-6.0+ - You have mastered all shots and strategy on the pickleball court; you are consistently winning at the highest level (against the best professional pickleball players at the tournament level). Contact: LakeAshtonPickleball@gmail.com

MIND&BODY CREATE A CARD PATRIOTIC BEADING CRAFT IN THE BALLROOM Join resident group The Art of Beading in the Clubhouse Ballroom on July 1 at 10:30 am to learn how to make your very own patriotic macrame bracelet for $4. All materials and instruction will be included in the cost. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk, limited to 30 people. LIVING WELL At any age, there are lifestyle habits that can be adopted to help maintain or even potentially improve your health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. To help people age well, the Alzheimer’s Association is offering a program on June 9 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom entitled 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. CANASTA GROUP If you are interested in playing canasta, there will be an organizational meeting in the Clubhouse Card Room on June 10 at 10 am. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr June 11 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Baby Turtles Cost $35, payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on June 10. LANDSCAPE PRESENTATION Join UF/IFAS in the Clubhouse Ballroom on June 15 at 1 pm for a presentation on Weed Management and the Landscape. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. NEW SUMMER SCHEDULE! Please join the group on June 21 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Class will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10 am. The cost is $10. Sign up quickly at the HFC, as reservations go quickly. Join in for creative fun! Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions or further detail. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. TAP JAMMERS ! Tap Jammers will be on hiatus until Friday, October 14, 2022. Contact facilitator Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) with questions. MEN'S HEALTH MONTH Men’s health is an intimate and personal part of your lives. Urological disorders con affect your day-today happiness and your long-term health. A renowned urologist will present information and answer questions on June 27 after Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom. No sign up required. 38

Red, White & GROOVY! Menu: Burgers, Hot Dogs, BBQ Beans, Corn on the Cob, Mac-n-Cheese, Potato Salad, and Apple Pie Live music by Twisted Mister Dress in your best groovy, patriotic outfit for a chance to win a prize! Party Like It’s 1976 in the Clubhouse Ballroom! JULY 4 Noon Ticket sales begin June 6 after Monday Coffee at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with check payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard Tickets: $22 Sponsored By: Trinity Medical Center Melissa Kincaid from Edward Jones

TIMES L.A. Lake Ashton Community Newsletter May 2022 Simply the Best! LAVA Salutes Veterans on May 2 as National Military Appreciation Month Begins 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

.,_/ .,./ Internet Marketing Full Stellar MLS Listing V Free Market Analysis V 20+ Year Exp. in Local Market V Photography .,./ Professional Cleaning Lori Roath 5 % REAL ESTATE COMMISSIONS Celebrate Summer by Sharing an Ice Cream Treat with Us When: June 7th Time: l-3pm Where: Realty Office 863-318-9542 Call our office by May 31st to reserve your treat. Lake Ashton Realty 4140 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863-318-9542 I www.LakeAshtonRealty.com Sarah Lord Marketing ,, - / , I ' - ,, Lori TofanelliVolochentlo Realtor Broker Associate Terri Mattoctls Broker -� Anita Piasectli Realtor NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES June Issue Deadline: May 16 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length, clarity, and to ensure compliance with districts’ media policies • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 MAY 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Coffee & donuts: $2 LAVA Auxiliary will have red, white & blue bows available for purchase at Monday Coffees for $5/bow. Place these on your mailboxes and golf carts during the month of May to show your patriotism and support for National Military Appreciation Month! MAY 2 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: LAVA and Cornerstone Salute Lake Ashton Veterans Featured Vendors: Christine Graves Insurance and Momentum Solar MAY 9 Bite Me Monday - Donations for Humane Society of Polk County Featured Speakers: Lake Ashton Community Action Update Featured Vendor: Matt Simpson with Edward Jones and Senior Insurance Florida MAY 16 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD Meeting Peanut Butter Monday - non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at the Ballroom Kitchen MAY 23 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: City of Winter Haven Updates Featured Vendors: Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Firm and Nevada Carter with Dynamic Wealth Strategies MAY 30 NO MONDAY COFFEE — MEMORIAL DAY 4 IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 26 CLUBS 30 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, May 16 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LACDD & LAIICDD JOINT MEETING 11:30 am LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, May 20, 2022 9 am — HFC CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St., Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Monday, Thursday — Saturday (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday) 3 to 8 pm Sunday First Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm with Brunch Buffet from 10 to 3 HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week THE CLUBHOUSE OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY MONDAY, MAY 30. THERE WILL BE NO MONDAY COFFEE, BUT THE CLUBHOUSE WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR RESIDENT USE FROM 6 AM - 10 PM. OFFICES AND THE ACTIVITIES DESK WILL REOPEN MAY 31. LEAVING FOR THE SUMMER? If you will be away for the summer, stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to put your LA Times on hold, or pay for a seasonal subscription ($3/month domestic; $4/month international). The newsletter and calendars are also available electronically. A Summer Checklist is posted on lakeashtoncdd.com and on the information wall in the Clubhouse Ballroom. 6 NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social is May 11 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at either Activities Desk. Clubs or groups that want to set up a table to advertise their group can reserve a spot by emailing cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. Space is limited. THANK YOU ! Staff would like to thank the volunteers that helped recently with the Horseshoe Court Refurbishment (Ken Kedding) and the recovering of the Restaurant acoustic panels (Ann Heaton, Debbie Crosby, and Dennis Krupinski). Stop by and admire the new and improved Horseshoe pits and be on the lookout for details on a special event in the Restaurant that will feature a big reveal of the new look in the Dining Room. WAY TO GO! Congrats to Joseph D'Herin and Al Guzzo's softball team for winning the 70 & older gold medal in the 2022 Polk County Senior Games. Their team has medaled every year since 2005! Congratulations to Ken Kedding, who won first place in the Florida Horseshoe Pitchers Association Men's State Championship, Class D. NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: May 11 and 25 from 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE May 11 and 25 , 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15), Clubhouse West Parking Lot WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 7 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 2021 Best Of HAVEN

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director April showers bring May flowers and many fun events to help residents enjoy the community. A special Ladies Day event is planned on May 13 and will feature a fashion show and vendors offering free items, samples and discounts for ticket holders only. LA’s first ‘80s party will be held on May 20 … it is sure to be totally rad! Tickets can be purchased for both of these events at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. May is also a time to recognize Military Personnel and Veterans on Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day. Lake Ashton is fortunate to have an impressive Veterans Memorial that is used for special ceremonies including the Memorial Day program on May 30. See page 23 for more information on the special events hosted by the Lake Ashton Veterans Association for all Lake Ashton Veterans. A budget workshop was held April 4 where Supervisors considered maintenance agreements, potential capital projects and the operating budget for fiscal year 2023 (October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023). The Board had a regular board meeting on April 18 to discuss the budget further, including naming the capital projects for fiscal year 2023. The Board also approved of a project to enclose the Activities Desk area in the Ballroom, creating additional office and storage space. Once complete residents will be able to enter the main entrance to the Clubhouse and receive immediate assistance from the Activities Desk. The installation of a new 4K projector and the raising of seats in the Cinema was approved to improve the movie-going experience for residents. A wrap-up of additional actions and staff reports that were presented was sent via email blast on April 23. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for the full minutes of the meeting, once approved, in addition to the full agenda packet for this meeting. This year, three LA (LW) CDD Supervisor seats are up for election on November 8. The General Election qualifying period runs from noon on June 13 until noon on June 17. For more information please contact the Polk County Supervisor of Election (polkelections.com). LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com There was a report of an unauthorized guest at the Clubhouse Pool on March 8 who entered the pool at approximately 1230 hours. Many pictures were taken because obviously this visitor had not been properly registered! If you see an unauthorized guest like this at the pool again please contact security at 863.324.7290. Please do not approach, as this guest can highly dangerous! Photos are by David Muller and Security Officer Gregory Figueroa. 8 Put The Sun to Work for You Go Solar and Save Up to 50% on Your Energy Costs Why Switch to Solar? Start with ZERO down, no money out of pocket Save up to 50% per month on your current energy bill Increase the value of your home equity On average, our solar customers save $26,000 when they take advantage of the credit. If you are considering going solar and want to save up to $26,000 on the cost of your system AND lower your energy bills… now is the time to cash in on this offer! Become energy independent - break away from monopolized utilities Get 100% clean energy from the sun Schedule a Discovery Call with Me to Start Putting the Sun to Work for You Inquire about our lucrative part-time income opportunity and our generous referral bonus program. <First Name> <Last Name> Independent Energy Consultant <123.456.7891> <name@email.com> 9 Call or text Hector G. @ 863-535-5516

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director Many residents will be reading this newsletter from various locations throughout the United States and Canada, as Spring is officially here. The LA II CDD Board of Supervisors, staff and volunteers wish all residents safe travels, whether you’ll be going on short trips or visits further away from Lake Ashton. This is also the time of year when we begin our planning for events, shows and parties here at the HFC for the next 12 months. Our staff wants to provide opportunities that are representative of what our residents really want, not just what staff may think our residents want. If you’ve heard a great area entertainer/group in person or would like a specific themed party to be at the HFC, please let staff know your wishes. This can be done in person, but there will also be a suggestion box in the Activities Desk area for that purpose. Contact information on potential entertainment is always helpful. To add to the request, there will be complimentary tickets and a gift prize awarded if you are the first to suggest entertainment which works into the schedule. Maintenance has been busy painting in April. The black wrought iron fencing along Hwy. 653 is being repainted at the time of this writing, so it should be completed soon after this edition is published. Many, many hours of labor are involved in getting this huge project done and our Maintenance staff of James and Karen have done a great job. Our thanks to them both! Commercial Fitness will be getting a quote to the Board for the May 20th meeting regarding possible replacement of some of the equipment pieces in the Fitness Center at the HFC. Discussion by the LA II CDD Board on this and other important topics will occur at that time. This meeting begins at 9 AM in the Community Center as well as on Zoom. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support, Public Works, Infrastructure, Wetland Resident Project Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation, Transportation System (roads, bridges, paths, etc.) Office Hours: Mondays 1 to 3 pm 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Special Projects, Landscaping Area including Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Thursdays 9 to 10:30 am 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com 10

PAVI L ION REMINDERS CLERICAL SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE CLUBHOUSE AND HFC OFFICES DURING BUSINESS HOURS • Local or toll free fax: $1 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Long distance fax: $2 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Receiving fax: $0.25 per page • Black and white copies on white paper: $0.05 per side (8.5x11) • Color copies: $0.25 per side (8.5x11, white paper) • Scanning & Notary Services ELECTRONICS RECYCLING BRIDGE CLOSURES Please note that all bridges on the East Golf Course will be closed to pedestrians from May 23 to May 27 for maintenance. Electronics Recycling is scheduled for May 25 at the Clubhouse. Drop-off will begin at 9 am, all items must be dropped off by 11 am. Please see the list below of accepted items. ITEMS ACCEPTED • Computers (Desktop/ Tower) ENTRANCE GATE REMINDER Please be safe when coming through the community entrances. There have been recent reports of tailgating, speeding, cutting people off, and hitting gate arms. This is a busy area and Security Officers are often outside checking vendors and visitors in and we want that area to be as safe as possible for them and everyone else. Please keep in mind that anyone who hits a gate will be charged if staff is required to reattach the gate or replace it. • Laptops • Hard Drives • Flat Screen Monitors • Printers • Copiers • DVD Players & VCRs • Modems • Cable/Satellite Boxes • USB, Video & Power Cords • Routers • Lead Acid NonSpillable Batteries • All Circuit Boards • UPS/Battery Backups • Cell Phones • Office Phones/Phone Systems • Insulated Cable/Wire • Video Games & Consoles • iPads/Tablets/EReaders • Keyboards/Mice • Stereo Equipment ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED • CRT Monitors • Televisions • Household Batteries • Glass Bulbs • Paint or Varnish The Clubhouse Pavilion grills are getting a lot of use lately. To ensure this amenity is clean and ready for use for each resident, please be sure to dispose of your ashes (once they have cooled down) in the aluminum trash can located near the grills. To reserve the Pavilion please contact Sheila Moreland at smoreland@lakeastoncdd.com or 863-324-5457. SHREDDING EVENT Tessier Law Firm is sponsoring a shredding event on May 24. Stop by the Clubhouse west parking lot from 10 am to 12 pm to drop off items to be shredded. 13

LA COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE UPDATE By Kay Teehan The Lake Ashton Community Action Committee is a group of volunteers representing Lake Ashton residents who are working to understand and communicate about the planned residential developments surrounding Lake Ashton, and the road construction plans that may impact the quality of life in this community. This committee will be presenting an update of what is known at the Monday Morning Coffee on May 9. You can see the group’s progress on lakeashtonliving.com in the LA Community Action Committee forum. You can also email LakeAshtonAction@gmail.com if you would like to help with this project. ROAD CLEANUP By Linda Sandel A Lake Ashton quarterly litter clean-up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road from Hwy. 27 to County Road 653 on May 18 at 9 am. Meet at the Clubhouse Lobby to pick up assignments, safety vests, trash bags and gloves. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Have fun and get some exercise while keeping the community beautiful! Contact Linda with questions at 863-368-0699 or Sandelly7@gmail.com. HOMELESS GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS By Doris Reisinger GENEROSITY is the act of sharing with others without any expectation of something back in return. This describes Lake Ashton residents. Again this year you shared your blessings with these homeless teens. Their bright future, though difficult, will be helped by your generosity. Shufflin' Squares again donated enough for six duffle bags. One resident donated enough for the lap tops. Hector with Powur, a vendor at Monday Coffee, donated enough cash for two duffle bags and contents. More residents donated in all amounts this year. The wishes expressed on the banner reflect the love in Lake Ashton. Their party was held on April 19 with the banner hung showing that the community cares. Total donations were $9,165 plus two boxes of domestic items! Thank you to the Activities staff who handled collecting the donations. OPEN BOCCE PLAY Wednesdays are now designated as an open play day on the Bocce Courts at the Clubhouse. Stop by and play anytime between 6 am and 10 pm (there are lights on the Bocce Courts). Please be mindful of the rules posted on the light poles to ensure the courts remain in great shape. The storage container closest to the Pool is open and available for everyone to use. PHOTO CONTEST Submit your best photo(s) signifying Lake Ashton living to to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com by August 31. Limit three photos — must be 300 dpi. 15

Wildlife CO-EXISTING WITH ALL IGATORS Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Black-necked Stilt is a large, flashy shorebird that graces Lake Ashton with its presence in Spring and early Summer when they arrive to nest. The shallow nest is usually along the shore. Stilts favor the retention ponds on the West Course. This gregarious black and white shorebird has bubblegum pink legs and flies with them fully extended and will make much noise if the nest or young are too closely approached. The male and female are nearly identical, but the female is actually a very dark brown on the back. It's a real treat to see them gather the young under their breasts. This is one shorebird that not only will perform a broken-wing act to lure predators away, but can also put on an unequaled broken-leg act. Using the golf cart as a blind is one of the best ways to observe them without disturbing them. Alligators play a valuable role in the ecology of our state’s wetlands. Alligators are predators and help keep other aquatic animal populations in balance. Generally, alligators less than four feet in length are not large enough to be dangerous unless handled. However, if you encounter any alligator that you believe poses a threat to people, pets or property, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWCGATOR (866-392-4286). Nuisance alligators are killed, not relocated. Visit MyFWC.com/Gators for more information. Be aware of the possibility of alligators when you are in or near fresh or brackish water. Bites may occur when people do not pay close enough attention to their surroundings near water. • Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn. • Dogs and cats are similar in size to the natural prey of alligators. Don’t allow pets to swim, exercise or drink in or near waters that may contain alligators. Dogs often attract an alligator’s interest. • Leave alligators alone. State law prohibits killing, harassing or possessing alligators. Handling even small alligators can result in injury. • Never feed alligators – it’s dangerous and illegal. When fed, alligators can overcome their natural wariness and learn to associate people with food. When this happens, some of these alligators have to be removed and killed. • Dispose of fish scraps in garbage cans at boat ramps and fish camps. Do not throw them into the water. Although you are not intentionally feeding alligators when you do this, the result can be the same. • Observe and photograph alligators only from a distance. Remember, they’re an important part of Florida’s natural history as well as an integral component of aquatic ecosystems I ONCE CAUGHT A FISH THIS BIG! Richard McPhee, left: bass caught in Dunmore Dr. pond, approximately 6 lbs. Joel Norling is pictured right, on Hole 11 on the East Golf Course and Laura Norling, far right, on Lake Ashton. Send a picture of any fish caught in ponds or lakes in Lake Ashton, along with your name, the lake or pond that it was caught in, as well as the type of fish caught and any measurements you may have (length and/or weight) to Valerie at valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Debby Landgrebe In the United States May is known as Military Appreciation Month. See page 23 for more information. The HOA thanks and appreciates all veterans and those currently serving in the US military services. Purchase your bows from LAVA Auxiliary, raise your US and US military flags and show how patriotic and supportive the community is. All of course stay within the guidelines of ARC (two weeks before and two days after). It is also hard to believe that the summer is quickly approaching. The HOA wants to remind all residents that whether you are physically here, traveling or a snowbird, each of us are responsible for the care and upkeep of our homes in Lake Ashton. If you are not sure what that means, contact ARC, look at LA governing documents (CCRs), and/or review the ARC Guidelines. We all love the beauty and tranquility of Lake Ashton, it is each homeowners responsibility to keep Lake Ashton the best 55+ community in Florida. The Lake Wales HOA will continue to enforce the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (Section 5.21) and Architectural Rules. LA (LW) HOA Board Of Directors: • President/Treasurer Bob Powant president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President Debby Landgrebe vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Ken Rickey secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org • Compliance Issues compliance@lakeashtonhoa.org

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief As Lake Ashton continues to grow, traffic issues become more frequent and bothersome. The roads within our community are built to accommodate two lanes of traffic. On any given day there are cars parked in the road, as well as service provider vehicles. These factors cause choke points on the street, the most dangerous of which is when a vehicle or vehicles are parked on a curve. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. Obviously, our vision of oncoming traffic and pedestrians is obstructed. The car in the unobstructed lane has the right of way over the vehicle in the lane which is blocked. However, common sense should prevail. Just because you have the right of way doesn’t mean the approaching vehicle will give it to you. Any accident between a car and a golf cart can result in dire consequences, even if you are obeying the speed limit. Driving rights of way should be given not taken. Drive safely and enjoy retirement! STOP THE BLEED CERT has partnered with the Polk County Fire Rescue to bring a Stop the Bleed class to the Clubhouse Ballroom on June 23 at 11 am. This class is an initiative that teaches the public to help slow or prevent major blood loss using compression techniques. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall, limited to only 32 participants. CPR CLASS Learn how to perform CPR with Polk County Fire Rescue on June 29 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with hands-on training, a presentation, and an educational video. Please sign up for this class at the Clubhouse Information Wall. *

MOVI ES Military Movie Marathon in honor of National Military Appreciation Month ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 MAY 3 — 5 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE PATRIOT 2000 | R | 2H 45MIN Widower Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson) wants nothing more than to live in peace and farm his land, but when a cruel British officer brings the American Revolution to Martin's door and threatens what he cherishes most, the former war hero is forced to take action. MAY 10 — 12 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE LONGEST DAY 1962 | G | 2H 58MIN This Oscar-winning war epic chronicles World War II's harrowing D-Day invasion. Shot on the beaches of Normandy, France, the ambitious film attempts to cover the historic day from all perspectives, focusing on both sides of the conflict. Stars John Wayne, Henry Fonda, Robert Mitchum, Rod Steiger, Peter Lawford, Robert Ryan, Sean Connery, Jeffrey Hunter, Mel Ferrer, Richard Dawson, Steve Forrest. 20 MAY 17 — 19 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM PEARL HARBOR 2001 | PG-13 | 3H 1MIN The friendship between two fighter pilots (Ben Affleck & Josh Hartnett) is put to the test when they become entangled in a love triangle with a beautiful nurse (Kate Beckinsale). But the rivalry is put on hold when they find themselves at the center of Japan's devastating attack on Pearl Harbor. MAY 24 — 26 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM MIDWAY 2019 | PG-13 | 2H 18MIN The story of the Battle of Midway, six months after the attack on Pearl Harbor, between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy which marked a pivotal turning point in the Pacific Theater during WWII. The film, based on the reallife events of this heroic feat, tells the story of the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude and bravery to overcome the odds. MAY 31 — JUNE 2 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM GREYHOUND 2020 | PG-13 | 1H 32MIN U.S. Navy Cmdr. Ernest Krause (Tom Hanks) is assigned to lead an Allied convoy across the Atlantic during World War II. His convoy, however, is pursued by German U-boats. Although this is Krause's first wartime mission, he finds himself embroiled in what would come to be known as the longest, largest and most complex naval battle in history: The Battle of the Atlantic. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM & 3 PM MAY 6 11 AM: THE GREEN BERETS 1968 | G | 2H 21 MIN Gung-ho Col. Mike Kirby (John Wayne) is leading his Green Berets on a mission to kidnap an enemy general during the Vietnam War. When a s kep t i c a l r epo r t e r accompanies them, the colonel and his team outline their reasons for participating in the war.. 3 PM: SANDS OF IWO JIMA 1949 | NR | 1H 49MIN Sgt. John Stryker is a tough-as-nails Marine who's relentless in his efforts to turn new recruits into fighting machines during World War II. Though his troops question his harsh methods, Stryker's methods prove useful on the Iwo Jima battlefields. MAY 13 3 PM: IN HARM’S WAY 1965 | NR | 2H 47MIN This World War II epic focuses on the effect the Pearl Harbor attack had on military lives. After a failed counterstrike on the Japanese, Capt. Torrey gets shore duty, finds love with a nurse, reconciles with his son and is finally sent back to sea. MAY 20: 11 AM: TWELVE O’CLOCK HIGH 1949 | NR | 2H 12MIN Hard-as-nails World War II Gen. Frank Savage (Gregory Peck) must turn a discouraged group of American bomber pilots into heroes. Along the way, the once-alienated general comes to view the men as family. No longer a 21 heartless commander, Savage -- with the aid of his loyal adjutant Maj. Harvey Stovall (Dean Jagger) -learns how difficult true leadership really is. Director Henry King's Oscar-winning war drama boasts actual air combat footage. 3 PM : S T R AT E G I C A I R COMMAND 1955 | NR | 1H 52MIN Saga of the US Air Force special bomber unit during the Cold War era. A professional baseball player (James Stewart) is recalled to military service because of the expert flying skills he acquired during World War II. Although the athlete and his wife are both reluctant to give up civilian life, both come to realize the importance of the defense mission. MAY 27 11 AM: RUN SILENT, RUN DEEP 1958 | NR | 1H 33MIN Film legend Clark Gable plays single-minded Cmdr. Richardson, who lost his submarine during an overzealous pursuit and has sworn to take revenge against the Japanese destroyer that sunk his ship. But on the skipper's new vessel, the executive officer (Burt Lancaster) believes Richardson's obsession is putting the crew's lives in danger, leading to talk of mutiny in this taut World War II thriller also starring Jack Warden. 3 PM: GETTYSBURG 1993 | PG | 4H 31MIN The fiercest battle fought on American soil comes to the screen in a realistic production that painstakingly re-creates the events of three fateful days in July 1863 -from the actual battle locations to the uniforms and boots. Tom Berenger, Jeff Daniels, Martin Sheen and Richard Jordan play key roles in this magnificent epic (based on Michael Shaara's Pulitzer Prize-winning The Killer Angels).

EVENTS RUSTY TRUMPET Back by popular demand, Rusty Trumpet will rock the HFC May 6 and May 27 from 7 to 10 pm. This band consists of five band members, with one being an amazing trumpet player. They play a lot of cover songs with a Rusty Trumpet twist to them. $10 entry fee, $10 table reservation. BYOB and snacks. BBQ BLOCK PARTY May is National BBQ Month, so come celebrate with a block party! Join friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot on May 27 from 4 to 6 pm. Ashton Tap & Grill will have a great selection of BBQ'd fare fresh off the grill available for purchase. Don't forget to look for the Spotlight Drink Specials at the cash bar! Of course, there will be awesome tunes playing through the evening from a playlist curated by you! Just email clane@lakeashtoncdd.com or stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk with your request and it will be added to the Block Party Playlist. No need to sign up, but don't forget your chairs! Carefully Crafted                     MAY 13 — 11:30 AM Clubhouse Ballroom                                 Tickets: $17 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk Women have unique health issues and some health issues that affect both men and women can touch women differently. National Women’s Health Week encourages women to consider factors that influence their mental health, such as managing stress, in order to ward off anxiety and depression. In addition to the activities below there are many free health classes and activities available to residents. Stop by either Activities Desk for more information on the classes available or take a look at the calendar inserts for meeting days and times. The following special activities will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom: May 11 at 11 am: Exercise Bingo — Get your body moving and do the exercises to get the mark on your card. First one to get Bingo, wins. Refreshments will be offered. May 12 at 11 am: Tips and Tricks: Healthy Snack Choices (presentation and tasting). Both activities are sponsored by Reliance Health. 22 National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM) is celebrated every May and is a declaration that encourages U.S. citizens to observe the month in a symbol of unity. NMAM honors current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the pursuit of freedom. It was introduced in 1999 by Sen. John McCain and encourages Americans to reflect on the sacrifices made by all current and former military personnel. May is characterized by six nat iona l obser vances h igh l ight i ng the contributions of those who have served: Loyalty Day (May 1) Public Service Recognition Week (May 1-7) Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day or VE Day May 8) Military Spouse Appreciation Day (May 6) Armed Forces Day (May 21) Memorial Day (May 30). WAYS TO SUPPORT MILITARY & VETERANS • Display the American Flag at your home • Purchase a bow from the LAVA Auxiliary • Send a care package to a soldier • Encourage elected officials to recognize military and veterans • Thank someone in uniform or a veteran by surprising them with a special treat • Donate to a veteran or military charity • Reach out to a veteran or military family in need JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS will pay tribute to veterans on May 6 w i t h S T A R S & STRIPES, a stirring evening of patriotic m u s i c , c o m e d y , pe r f o rmance and spectacle. Showtime is at 7 pm. Tickets are available for purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for $25 for premium seating and $20 for regular seating. All seating is cabaret style. LAKE ASHTON VETERANS ASSOCIATION (LAVA) UPCOMING EVENTS By Jim Mecsics The LAKE ASHTON VETERANS ASSOCIATION (LAVA) AND AUXILIARY, in coordination with the staff are sponsoring various activities to show our community’s support. A MILITARY MOVIE MARATHON will be held at the Clubhouse Cinema throughout the month, depicting the Nation’s heroes as they defend freedom throughout history. See pages 20-21. LAVA and Cornerstone Hospice will SALUTE ALL LAKE VETERANS AT MONDAY COFFEE on May 2 at 0900 hrs. (9 am). Each veteran will be presented a special pin and certificate as well as cake being served for everyone. Veterans must have pre-registered in order to be recognized. The 2ND ANNUAL LAVA COMMANDER IN CHIEF GOLF TOURNAMENT will be held on Armed Forces Day, May 21, at the Lake Ashton Golf Course. Proceeds for this go to supporting local veterans’ programs. You can register for this outstanding event at the golf pro shop. LAVA wi l l conduc t a MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY on May 30 at the Veterans Memorial at 0900 hrs. (9 am). The entire Lake Ashton community is invited to this event that honors those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. As is the tradition in our great community, LAVA will line both entrances, the Clubhouse and Health and Fitness Center with US flags and challenges all to line their residences as well. LAVA will be selling flags (at cost) at coffees and special sales (to be announced). Lake Ashton takes pride in its patriotism and support for “hometown heroes” and armed service which include active duty, reserves and National Guard. Let’s show the world that Lake Ashton appreciates and supports the armed forces and veterans. God Bless America and God Bless Our Troops!

Hot Latin Nights Aye caramba! It’s time to fiesta at Lake Ashton’s first Hot Latin Nights party! Be immersed in a night full of vibrant cultures, spicy tunes, and flavorful foods, while making fresh, new memories in the Clubhouse Ballroom on June 3 at 6 pm. No matter if you salsa, samba, bachata, or merengue, you’ll surely be dancing the night away to a live Latin DJ. Enjoy a spread of delicious Latin foods including roasted pork, mojo (citrusmarinated) chicken, white rice, black beans, arroz con gandules (Spanish rice with pigeon peas), salad, arroz con leche (rice pudding), and Cuban bread with your ticket price of $32. This is a night you won't want to miss! There will be plenty of surprises in store! Cha-cha your way down to the Clubhouse Activities Desk to buy your tickets with a check (payable to LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard on May 2 after Monday Coffee. Summer Shindig Summer is here — time to celebrate with a party! Summer fun will be brought into the nice, cold, air-conditioned Clubhouse Ballroom on June 17 at 7 pm. Delicious summer pinwheel sandwiches, pasta salad, a fruit display, and ice cream bar are included in your ticket price of $20. Sing and dance the night away while reminiscing about those summer nights. Purchase tickets with a check (payable to LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard on May 9 after Monday Coffee. REMINISCING TRIVIA Are you feeling the need to exercise your brain with your fellow Lake Ashton neighbors by remembering events and trends from years gone by? If so, attend Reminiscing Trivia, held every second Wednesday of the month at 2 pm in the HFC Community Center! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com click on the    button to  your own ONWARD! y  WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES  Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT  863-439-5431      WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 2-Passenger Onward Lithium Club Car     29630 U.S. Hwy. 27  Dundee, FL 33838  artsgolfcars@aol.com 24 AUTHORIZED DEALER NATIONAL CORVETTE DAY Calling all Corvette owners and admirers! Celebrate National Corvette Day with an all Corvette show in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot on June 30 from 3 to 6 pm. All residents and their guests are welcomed to ooh and ahh at the cars on display. A cash bar will be available! Resident Corvette owners who would like to participate will need to register at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by 1 pm on June 24. SAVE THE DATES : Red, White, & Groovy July 4 Neighborhood Cookout Grab your bell bottoms for a party in the USA! Party like it’s 1776? Nah man, party like it’s 1976! Camp Lake Ashton Jamboree August 20 Camp Lake Ashton is coming up in August! Be on the lookout for a schedule of camp activities! ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. NEW! 2022 E-Z-GO Liberty  Same length as standard 4-passenger  2-Seats facing forward FULLY EQUIPPED! Lithium Battery 8 Year Warranty at JOIN US FOR FIRST Sunday, May 1st 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Traditional Brunch Selections $20 per person Coffee & Orange Juice Included • Bloody Marys & Mimosas +4.00 Call 863.324.5810 for reservations STARS & STRIPES COOKOUT Friday, May 6th Grilled Hot Dogs, Smokehouse Burgers & Mini Apple Pies JOIN US FOR MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET Sunday, May 8th | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Reservations Required SUNDAY FUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE 3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. May 1st - Quittin Time May 8th - Jim Foy May 15th - Rick Arnold May 27th - Carlos & Co. May 29th - Mackenzie FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: 863.324.5810 www.ashtontapandgrill.com ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. 2022 EV.2 ELITE $ 7,495 FINANCING AVAILABLE! AUTHORIZED DEALER Call Art Hobson anytime: 863-439-5431 29630 U.S. Highway 27  Dundee, FL 33838      Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 25 29630 U.S. Highway 27  Dundee, FL 33838      Family Owned & Operated Since 1987 may

GOLF LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The LAMGA ended March with a great LAMGALALGA Joint Tournament followed by four weeks of well attended regular league play. As in past years, each month a list of sponsors who so generously supported the Member-Guest tournament will be published. This month the following medical providers and restaurants who sponsored holes are recognized and thanked: Eye Specialists of Mid Florida, Central Florida Dermatology – Dr. Foster, Jahna Chiropractic, Messieh Orthopedic Clinic, Lake Wales Family Restaurant, Olive Garden, Ovations, Schack’s Bar-B-Q, and Sizzling Grill. Please support these generous sponsors with your business! A list of all sponsors is posted both on the LAMGA web site and Lake Ashton Living as well as The Talk of Lake Ashton. Once again this year, one of the highlights throughout the season is the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge which awards four prizes in Pro Shop credits to the top 4 money winners for the year in our regular Wednesday events. The Leader Board through the end of March consists of Denis Mulhearn - $57.65; Brian Peck - $57.50; Doug Dudeck - $56.35; Mike Renaud - $55.25; Pat O’Neil - $54.75; Paul Guay - $53.55; Jim Ford - $52.00; Steve Morgan - $50.05; Paul Knaub – 45.25; and Chuck Hewitt - $44.75. The events for the month of May include: May 4 – Cinco de Mayo Pick Your Partner Event, Two Man Best Ball, Mexican Style Lunch is Included for all event participants; May 11 – Beat the Board – Best 3 Nets; May 18 – Six, Six, Six; and May 25 – Pick Your Partner – 9 Hole Shamble/9Hole Scramble. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Congratulations to the new 2022-2024 President, Sue Larmon-Fitzgerald and Secretary Margie Dersham. The LALGA welcomes you to the board. A profound thank you to Vicki Andrew and Kim Kutsch for their dedication to the board and to the league during the last two years. Your undying commitment was unwavering. A mere thank you does not seem enough. The end of the year luncheon was a hit and many thanks goes out to the chair, Janis Baun and her committee. Additional thanks to Matt and his team at the Pro Shop and Vicki and her team at the Nest. Prizes and pins were awarded in all categories. What a wonderful year! The new season begins June 1 and the Red Hoagland Challenge will go from June 1 - May 31, 2023. The 2022 new Red Hoagland challenge top four money winners are 1st Place – Jan Kipp $109.70; 2nd Place – Carol Williams $109.03; 3rd Place – Patty Zakrajsek $108.95 and 4th Place – Deb Louder $103.20. Congratulations ladies! This month the Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the past tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: Magic Genie, Mannix Pools & Grills, Manny’s Chophouse, Matt Auen, Max Jeweler’s Lakeside Village, MD Construction , Melanie’s Seafood Restaurant, Millers Central Air, Mister Car Wash, Mulligans Beach House Bar and Grill, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, NASA , New Look Lawn, Olive Garden, Orlando Solar Bears, Outback Steakhouse, Ovation Bistro & Bar, Panera Bread, Parker & Co Lawn, Pats Nu Star Car Wash, Payzac Precision, Perfume Plaza, Pilot Travel Centers, Pinecrest on Lotela Golf Club, Planet Hollywood, Polk Therapy, Pool Service by Law, Posh Salon & Day Spa, Posh Salon & Suites, Providence Golf Club and Publix. (continued on p. 30) 26

Meet Donna Lund Donna Lund is originally from Ferndale, Michigan and attended the University of Detroit majoring in dental hygiene. She met and married Randy, her husband of 46 years, in 1976. Due to Randy’s corporate life, the newlyweds moved several t ime s , e v en t ua l l y t o t he No r t h s ho r e of Chicago with their two children, Ryan and R e g a n . D o n n a c h o s e t o r e t u r n t o college, completing a degree in Art Therapy while raising her family. She applied this knowledge to assist many individuals, including Alzheimer Patients, Abused Women and Children. The family was extremely proud of her for completing her degree Magna Cum Laude! After 21 years in Chicago, Donna and Randy decided to move to Hot Springs Village in Arkansas for retirement. While visiting their son in Florida, they came across Lake Ashton. They were immediately drawn to its beauty and of course, the golf. They moved in this past December and although they are snowbirds they are so in love with Lake Ashton that they may stay full time. Donna began playing golf in 1993 at the Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park, IL, and plays at the Diamante Country Club in Arkansas where she was honored as the most improved player. She has found the “People” of Lake Ashton welcoming, especially members of the LALGA, and our wonderful golf staff, Matt, Trent and Christian. In addition, Donna enjoys meeting new friends, playing mahjong, traveling, cooking and decorating. The LALGA is extremely happy that Donna moved to Lake Ashton and became a member of the league. LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Another winter golfing season came to a close in April, with 60 Niners playing the final round and then attending a luncheon. Wow, that’s a lot of gals! A big THANKS goes out to outgoing President Mary Lopez and Secretary Diane Struble for their hard work and dedication to the club 28 (insert a big round of applause here). Now, please welcome your new Board: President Karen Ferrande, Vice President Janet Mutz, Treasurer MaryLou Jameson, and Secretary Marti Schmidt PLEASE NOTE: In May, game start time will be 9 am. Thinking about joining the Niners? Please do! This is a fun group of ladies who enjoy playing 9holes of golf and the camaraderie that comes with it. Are you a beginner? Just learning to play golf? This secretary personally started playing golf here at Lake Ashton three years ago (as a part-time snowbird), and everyone was so welcoming and helpful. Whether you’ve played golf since your teens, or are a new player, you are invited to come see what you’re missing: fun, friendship and 9holes of golf. Come on, you know you want to! Sign-up sheets are in the Pro Shop Ladies restroom entrance, along with other information about the Niners and additional groups that play throughout the week. Still have questions? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! To the snowbirds heading home, safe travels and see you O c t o b e r 4 f o r t h e o p e n i n g d a y events. Membership has grown to almost 100 members, so this winter the Pro Shop is reserving all 18-holes on one course for the Niners. Half will play the front nine and half will play the back nine. CONGRATULATIONS TO LA WOMEN GOLFERS ! By Elizabeth Leigh Four golfers from Lake Ashton listed below were winners in the Polk County Women’s Golf Association Two Day Championship Tournament held on March 21st and April 4th. Liz Leigh – AA Flight 1st Place Mafie Walker - A Flight 3rd Place Deb Louder – A Flight 4th Place Colette McKie – A Flight 5th Place The Polk County Women’s Golf Association allows female golfers to participate in a friendly competitive golf game playing different courses in Polk County. If interested in joining or wanting more informat ion, contact Li z Leigh at 813-288-0809.

CLUBS LA BELLES By Noreen Guy Greetings LA Belles! The ladies are slowly getting back to monthly luncheons and once again gathering while enjoying the fun-filled atmosphere of familiar restaurants and searching out some new venues while catching up with one another's latest happenings and possibly meeting future best friends. The next luncheon will be held at The Barn in Lake Alfred on May 25 at 11:45 am, hosted by Caroline Kilmer (813-361-1007). The sign-up sheet is on Clubhouse Information Wall. Here’s to the LA Belles continuing in the spirit of friendship and camaraderie. The LA Belles is open to all Lake Ashton ladies, so y’all come now, hear! CREATIVE QUILTERS By Marsha Martin The latest quilt made by the Creative Quilters is up on the wall outside the media room in the Clubhouse. Each quilter was given a piece of matching fabric and then made whatever block they chose to put into the quilt. The result is a beautiful quilt for everyone visiting the Clubhouse to see! The quilters have already started making blocks for a patriotic quilt to go up next. Up north friends are starting to head home for the summer so numbers are getting smaller, but there are still lots of fun quilting projects planned for those that are here. Every third Tuesday is Project Day starting at 12:30. Quilters of all abilities are welcome, so come and join in! For more information call Marsha Martin at 406-788-8087. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting May 5 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The May speaker is Adam Hattersley who will speak about his candidacy for the Chief Financial Officer position for Florida. For more information, please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers The winning players in order for the last seven weeks are: February 22: Dee Mayne, Jeannine Connors, Elaine Inman, Charlotte Walker March 1: Dick Dole, Liz Leigh, Judy Mulhearn, Lois Dole March 8: Linda Boast, Carl Boast, Elaine Inman, Janis Vasquenza March 15: Mafie Walker, Howard Mayne, Julie Demardis, Liz Leigh March 22: Howard Mayne, Liz Leigh, Mafie Walker, Janis Vasquenza March 29: Nelda Sedlacek, Howard Mayne, Chris Verges, Jeannine Connors April 5: Janis Vasquenza, Judy Mulhearn, Judy Marine, Mafie Walker Tuesday Party Bridge commences at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room every Tuesday (most players arrive 10 minutes early to get organized). All Bridge players are invited, from novice to expert. The group is for fun, the play of the hands is discussed with the goal of improving everyone’s play. Score is kept, as everyone likes to get the opportunity to get their names in the LA Times. To play, please contact George Rogers at georgerogers4321@gmail.com or 419-708-3320 to get started. There are sign up sheets in the Clubhouse Card Room on Tuesdays at 2 pm for the following two weeks. LAKE WALES CARE CENTER HOME REPAIR PROGRAM Since last fall, volunteers for the Lake Wales Care Center have assisted 16 homeowners with services ranging from installing hand rails to constructing handicap ramps from 12 to 44 feet in length. Two of the key volunteers are Lake Ashton residents Milo Macko and Jimmy Kreftmeyer. They are part of a four man team, affectionately known as the “A Team” who have completed 10 projects this year alone. To learn more, volunteer, or contribute call 863-676-6678, email care.lwcc@gmail.com, or visit lakewalescarecenter.com.

LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club held its first National Gardening Day on April 14 in the Pavilion. Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, spoke about the care and useful use of Native Florida plants, succulents and a wide variety of both outdoor and indoor plants. Many of the plants showcased were natural pollinators for both bees and butterflies. After his presentation a silent auction was held. Both the presentation and auction were a huge success! Proceeds will be used towards the purchase of plants around the perimeter of the Pavilion and future speakers at meetings. Thank you to all who participated and made generous contributions to the club. This was a wonderful opportunity to get usually twenty dollar plants for $3 or less. Members of the club donated plants, books, containers and much more! The club hopes to have another silent auction in the future. The club meets every second Wednesday of the month at 10 am in the Pavilion. The group hopes to begin planting around the Pavilion by early May. Please consider joining in on the fun. GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl Come join the Genealogy Club to find your ancestors and enjoy the company of some of your LA neighbors who have this similar interest. The next meeting is May 11 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Bring your questions, ancestor stories and digital devices if you’d like. For more information call Jane at 815-545-6655. CALLING ALL MICHIGANDERS (YOOPERS AND TROLLS) By Donna Debnar Are you someone from Michigan, related to someone from Michigan, lived there temporarily, or have any connection? Mark your calendars for the next Michigan Potluck to be held May 25 at the HFC from 12:30 to 5:30 pm. Cost is $2/person to cover plates, cups, drinks, etc. Bring a dish to share of a salad, main dish, or dessert. Sign up by emailing djdebnar@gmail.com. Next potluck will be January 8, 2023 at 5 pm. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Hard to believe that the season is just about coming to an end and that snow birds will soon be leaving. LA Rockers have been meeting in the HFC ballroom on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. The group has learned decoupage, foiling, and how to make blended backgrounds as well as had a demonstration on how to pour rocks. All this while enjoying a lovely afternoon with other LA Rockers. In addition, the group painted and delivered rocks to a local nursing home, worked on weekly challenges, and continued painting welcome rocks and kindness rocks for the community. Spend an afternoon with a great group of people and learn how to paint rocks! Don't worry if you can't draw or paint - all of your efforts are guaranteed to bring a smile to someone's face. Best of all, it does not cost anything to try since we will lend you the supplies you will need for your first meeting. Please join at the next meetings May 4 and 18. Join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Alice Mayer (aamayer1@gmail.com) to let them know you are coming. If a meeting is canceled at the last minute, it will be posted on the LA Rockers Facebook page. If in doubt, check before you come. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary is May 18 at 6:30 pm in the Ballroom, close to the stage. LAVA Auxiliary is open to all those who love this country and want to support its veterans. The entire month of May is Military Appreciation Month. See page 23 for more information. LAVA Auxiliary is selling RED, WHITE and BLUE bows for you to put on your mailboxes and/or golf carts. The bows are $5 each. So let’s get out and deck the streets and let all who live in Lake Ashton or come as a visitor or vendor, know that you LOVE your country and military. ALL mailboxes on Gu l l ane Dr i ve a re proud l y displaying the Red, White and Blue bows! Gullane residents Debby Landgrebe and Chris Graves feel that "Gullane Drive is THE LANE!" and at the time of submission, is the first street to be lined with bows. Other streets — you are challenged to do the same! The LAVA Auxiliary is hosting this fundraiser to not only show patriotism but also to raise money to benefit veterans. SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 Craft Show is right around the corner. It is scheduled for October 22 and crafters are needed! Reserve a table for $50 to sell your handcrafted items. Call Joan at 239851-7899. God Bless Our Military! MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Annie Lutz At the most recent meeting the group came to a consensus to suspend the Magic Years Group here at Lake Ashton. Disney has made it almost impossible to schedule any type of group activities, and because there has been a very significant decline in meeting attendance, the members felt this was the right decision at this time. If, in the future, members want to resume activities, and someone is willing to take on the leadership position, then the group can resume. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet on May 25 at the Clubhouse. Social time will start at 3:30 pm and the meeting will begin at 4. There will be a school board forum and five candidates will participate in a Q&A session. All Lake Ashton residents are welcome to join. Contact is Brenda Bush-Sayre, bbs1954@icloud.com, 813-313-9911. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Have you seen the outstanding beautification project the LA Garden Club has started in the indoor pool area? It truly has made a difference in the appearance. Can’t wait to see the finished project! Donations are still needed. If you want to help, please give your donation to a Garden Club or Swim Club member in a sealed envelope. The most active swimmer on the LASC's 100-mile Challenge Swim is almost in Ft. Lauderdale (on paper). He plans to continue on to Key West. Just before those goals, he had swum to Daytona Beach & back. WOW! What a great inspiration. The challenge record sheet is on the club's bulletin board in the locker room hallway, as is other club info. All lap swimmers are welcome and encouraged to participate. (continued on p. 34)

The club recently had a fun social hosted by Cathy & Pete Liska. Special thanks to all who shared delicious food! The most exciting news is that Cathy Liska & Sharon Swanson have qualified for and will participate in the National Senior Games in May. They are the first Lake Ashton swimmers to swim in this event. Everyone is very proud of them and wish them fast times and a lot of fun meeting people from all over the USA. The club continues to hold three group workouts each week — Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am. The workouts are a fun, social way to improve fitness and swim skills. The only pre-requisite is that you must be able to swim one length of the pool. If you wish to aim for Senior Games, you will be supported in that endeavor. BOCCE BALL NEWS By Vicki and Wayne Creek The 2022 Lake Ashton Bocce Tournament was held March 25 and 26. This year there were 24 teams competing over the two days. Everyone played exceptionally well and the competition was very tough this year. An Awards Ceremony and Dinner was held at the Tap and Grill following the tournament on Saturday. Sponsors of the Bocce Tournament were Jim and Kay Weaver of Weaver/ Loveless Law. They presented the winners with $100, $75 and $50 Gift Certificates to the Tap and Grill and also gave away four tickets to the Community Showcase. Congratulations! Pictured middle left: Sponsors Jim and Kay with Tournament Coordinators Vicki & Wayne Creek, and the first place winners 1st Place: Robbie & Tammy Shields (top right) 2nd Place: Dave and Cindy Southworth (middle right) 3rd Place: DuWayne and Jean Schuler (bottom right) Judges (bottom left) Back Row: DeWayne Schuler, Jonathan Ridpath, Bill Reibl, Dan Storrs, Carl Boast Front Row: Jorge Bergia, Roy Aull, Linda Boast, Lou Iszak, Wayne Creek                                                               35

MIND&BODY LIVING WELL At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. To help people age well, the Alzheimer’s Association is offering a program on May 5 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom entitled Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research. This workshop covers four areas of lifestyle habits associated with healthy aging: • Cognitive activity • Physical health and exercise • Diet and nutrition • Social engagement Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall Save the Date: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia on June 9. EATING THE MEDITERRANEAN WAY Join Andrea from UF/IFAS on May 18 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom to learn how to improve your health by eating the Mediterranean way! Learn the basics of the Mediterranean diet and then enjoy a food presentation as we cook up a heart-healthy and tasty Mediterranean meal. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. AMERICAN S IGN LANGUAGE CLASSES Growing older can come with different degrees of hearing loss, and it is important for your brains to remain active no matter the effects of aging. Learning American Sign Language (ASL) can help with both! If you are not aware of the ASL classes held at Lake Ashton, why don’t you come check the group out? Classes are held Tuesday afternoons at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The group has been meeting every week since last spring and have learned so much thanks to the wonderful instructors James, and Helen. Furthermore, beginning September 6, there will be a beginning class of ASL in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 1 pm. Sign up by emailing ShelleyKnee@gmail.com. This class will start with simply learning the alphabet and numbers along with common words and easy phrases. This will be geared to the beginner who has no experience. Some fun games will be planned to learn by experience and communication with other deaf and hearing impaired neighbors. It’s best if you attend with a partner so you learn together and can communicate with each other and practice on your own. If you have experience, you’re invited to attend the advanced class in the Ballroom at 2 pm every Tuesday. May 10 is the last class before the summer break, resuming September 6. RETIREMENT SEMINAR Are you looking for guidance with your investments and financial strategy? Come into the HFC May 17 from 12:30 to 3 pm and listen to a local financial advisor’s advice and recommendations! A free lunch will be provided for the individuals that sign up beforehand, so be sure to register early! CREATE A CARD Come create your own lovely greeting cards on May 17 with resident expert Donna Rorick, who will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Class will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 10 am. The cost is $10. Sign up sheet is located in the HFC, and space is limited to a total of 24. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join in for creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with questions or for additional details WATERCOLOR CLASS Learning the basics of color and paint application with artist Freddie Combs on May 6 from 12:45 to 3:45 pm. in the HFC Craft Room. $30 per session. Sign up and receive a list of supplies at the HFC. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr May 14 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Baby Turtles Cost $35 — payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on May 13. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. FUSED GLASS CLASS Create a beautiful & truly unique fused glass garden stake in this popular workshop on June 1 from 2 to 4:30 pm at the HFC. You will learn about fused glass and create a garden stake by cutting and layering glass which Jill will take home and fuse together in her kiln after class. A metal stake will be attached for display your creation in your pot or garden. The finished stake can be picked up 1-2 weeks following the class. Class Limit is 10 students. Cost of $35 includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing and art glass. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald, certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone will be taking a break for the summer. There are no classes May – September. Next class is October 1. Have a great summer! FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. TAP JAMMERS ! Facilitator: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse Ballroom Stage This is not for the beginner level tap dancer.             DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there!      LA DANCE CLASSES: CHA CHA Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Classes are held Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center on May 2, 9, 16 & 23. Classes are FREE and no partner needed!                    

Bust a Move and Get into the Groove with a Live DJ M A Y Pizza and an ‘80s themed snack bag provided Try the signature cocktail, the Eye of the Tiger, or other drinks from the cash bar! 2 0 7 PM clubhouse ballroom TICKETS: $10 On Sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter April 2022 Simply the Best! “ The Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation Presents THE 2022 COMMUNITY SHOWCASE see p. 24 Time After Time 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES May Issue Deadline: April 13 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ FRONT COVER PHOTO BY PHIL HINES BACK COVER PHOTOS BY DENNIS KRUPINSKI Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 APRIL 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom with your friends and neighbors. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! LAVA Auxiliary will have red, white & blue bows available for purchase at Monday Coffees for $5/bow. Place these on your mailboxes and golf carts during ht month of May to show your patriotism and support for National Military Appreciation Month! APRIL 4 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: Polk County Fire Rescue Presents: Your Grandkids are Coming to Visit - Are you Ready? Featured Vendorr: Christine Graves Insurance APRIL 11 Bite Me Monday Featured Speakers: Caregiver College Introduction and Ritz Theatre Featured Vendor: Edward Jones - Matt Simpson APRIL 18 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD Meeting Peanut Butter Monday - donations can be dropped off to the Ballroom Kitchen APRIL 25 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: Small World Tours Presents Bus Trips for June - December 2022 Featured Vendor: Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, May 20, 2022 9 am — HFC CIT Y COMMISSION MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St. Bartow IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Budget Workshop April 4 at 10 am Board Meeting April 18 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom 5

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 3 to 8 pm Sunday First Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm with Brunch Buffet from 10 to 3 HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: April 13 and 27 10 am to 2 pm Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE April 13 and 27, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) Clubhouse West Parking Lot 6 NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on May 11 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up at either Activities Desk. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY AT THE CLUBHOUSE No one plans on an emergency occurring while enjoying themselves at Lake Ashton, but should one happen, there are various emergency assistance items located throughout the Clubhouse that can help. The first step should always be to call 911 — remember, every second counts. There is an outdoor emergency phone near the East entrance gate of the Clubhouse, next to the large pool rules sign. This emergency phone can be used by all Lake Ashton residents, guests, and employees to contact 911 responders. The phone has a single push button, and an attendant will answer the call within 30 seconds to dispatch emergency responders. All dispatchers are CPR certified to assist with emergencies over the phone until help arrives. The emergency phone allows for automatic identification of the Lake Ashton Clubhouse address. T h e r e i s a l s o a n Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid kit located next to the restrooms across from the Restaurant in the Clubhouse as well as on the roving patrol cart. It is important to receive training on use of an AED in the event of an emergency. AED and CPR training is offered at various times throughout the year and all residents are encouraged to take advantage of this life-saving training without having to leave the community. Stay tuned to media for information on the next training opportunity available. If you need help locating these lifesaving items, please ask a Clubhouse staff member.

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Supervisors and Staff wish residents a Happy Passover and Happy Easter. Staff welcomes guests visiting for the holidays and wishes safe travels to those leaving for the summer. Residents leaving can remain in touch with their community while away by reading the electronic version of the newsletter, participating in CDD and HOA meetings via Zoom, and keeping up to date with community happenings through news blast emails. For those remaining in Lake Ashton throughout the summer, Staff is working hard to create a fun summertime activities schedule. It is our goal that residents enjoy all that Lake Ashton has to offer with current friends while creating new relationships along the way. Be sure to stop by either Activities Desk to find out how to join a new club, group, or organization. There are a plethora of groups to join and activities to sign up for. We are here to help you live your best retired life! At the March 21 Board of Supervisors meeting a quote for stormwater pond repairs were approved along with quotes for landscape refurbishment at the Thompson Nursery Road entrance fountain and an area east of the Clubhouse Reflection Garden, bordering the Outdoor Pool. A quote to purchase two new ellipticals was approved so residents will have fresh, new equipment to use to stay active while escaping the warm, daytime temperatures. A wrap-up report of additional actions taken at this meeting has been sent out via email blast on March 26. If you did not receive this please send an email request to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget and Finance 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary Reserve Study and HOA Liaison 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com Staff has installed new LED barrier gate arms at the front entrance. Effective now, anyone that hits a gate arm while entering and exiting the community will be charged a fee to reinstall or replace the arm depending on the severity. Please use caution when entering and exiting the community and remember to take your time. During this time of year Supervisors and Staff are actively working on the preliminary 2023 budget. Any suggestions for improvements in the Clubhouse or surrounding amenities should be directed to Community Director Christine Wells as soon as possible for consideration by the Board of Supervisors. A budget workshop has been scheduled for Monday, April 4 at 10 am. Put The Sun to Work for You Go Solar and Save Up to 50% on Your Energy Costs Why Switch to Solar? Start with ZERO down, no money out of pocket Save up to 50% per month on your current energy bill Increase the value of your home equity On average, our solar customers save $26,000 when they take advantage of the credit. If you are considering going solar and want to save up to $26,000 on the cost of your system AND lower your energy bills… now is the time to cash in on this offer! Become energy independent - break away from monopolized utilities Get 100% clean energy from the sun Schedule a Discovery Call with Me to Start Putting the Sun to Work for You Inquire about our lucrative part-time income opportunity and our generous referral bonus program. <First Name> <Last Name> Independent Energy Consultant <123.456.7891> <name@email.com> 9 Call or text Hector G. @ 863-535-5516

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director photo: Dennis Krupinski April marks the end of the busy season here at Lake Ashton as many residents venture out on vacations and/or go back to their homes in the North. Although some residents may have their activities go on hiatus, activities will not be cut back during this summertime for the HFC sponsored events like Karaoke and themed dances. The popcorn and the ice cream socials will continue as well as seminars and other activities Lake Ashton residents have grown accustomed to. The LA II CDD met on March 18, and much was decided. The golf cart paths on Pebble Beach and Sawgrass will have flares where the cart paths connect to the existing golf cart paths. The Pickleball Courts will be resurfaced (all four of them). New windscreens have also been ordered for the courts. The LA II CDD approved a 50% supplement to the three wetland projects’ yearly maintenance costs. Both Winter Haven pet parks will be getting their grassy areas rehabbed. The HFC Rose Garden will be getting a face lift soon and landscaping will also be done around water lift stations. A survey to determine whether a memorial garden/sitting area is of interest to Lake Ashton residents will be available at both the HFC and the Clubhouse. The concrete along the side of Pebble Beach Blvd. (in front of the HFC) will be repaired by the builder by the time this article is published. I invite all residents to stop over to the HFC to check out our new flooring in the Sports Court, the Racquetball Court and the Fitness Center. They look and perform exceptionally well. Also, the LA Garden Club has given our indoor pool area a facelift with the addition of living plants with donations from Lake Ashton residents, staff and Swim Team members. Many thanks to the Garden Club and all who have helped with this project. The new pool bistro area is getting much more usage than that area did previously as it is much more aesthetically appealing than before the project started. Please check our calendar insert and stop over and say “hello” anytime between 8 AM and 4 PM Mondays thru Fridays! The next Board meeting for LA II CDD will be held on May 20, 2022, at 9 AM. Stay healthy and happy! LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Public Works, Special Projects Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Transportation System, Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm,

I ONCE CAUGHT A FISH THIS BIG! When Is the Best Time to Go Fishing? According to almanac.com, the best times to fish are when the fish are naturally most active. The Sun, Moon, tides, and weather all influence fish activity. For example, fish tend to feed more at sunrise and sunset, and also during a full moon (when tides are higher than average). With that being said, we would like to see what fish residents are catching at Lake Ashton! Send a picture of any fish caught in ponds or lakes in Lake Ashton, along with your name, the lake or pond that it was caught in, as well as the type of fish caught and any measurements you may have (length and/or weight) to Valerie at valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. You will be featured in the next edition of the LA Times. We would like to see your smiley face also so have someone snap a pic of you or take a selfie with your fish. Please refer to the Joint Amenity facilities Po l i cy f or t he po l i c i es regarding fishing in District owned ponds. Pictured here: Aidan Johnson, the 12-year-old grandson of Bob and Carol Seavey, caught this large mouth bass in the pond on the 11th hole during his February vacation. 2022 HOMELESS GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS By Doris Reisinger Many have asked the cost of the rolling duffle bag this year. The cost is $130. The check can be made out to Polk County Public Schools. So far this year the donations are behind so your consideration is appreciated. These are hard times for everyone especially mentally. You can imagine the difficult time for these kids this summer since all aid stops once they graduate. 12 What away to celebrate their accomplishment! Remember any amount of donat ion i s appreciated. Gift cards, for food/restaurant in $5, $10, $15 denominations are also accepted. A complete list can be found at the Information Wall in the Clubhouse or the HFC. Don't forget to sign the Congratulations banner at Monday Coffee! If you want to mail your donations in directly the address is Polk County Schools, Learning Support Division, Sunshine Committee, 1860 E Gibbons St., Bartow Fl 33830. Any questions contact Doris at 217-652-6636 or miker0343@yahoo.com. PO O L TEM P ERATU RE The Arthritis Association recommends a temperature of 83-88 degrees as the ideal temperature range for outdoor pools. Although staff strives to keep the pool temperature constant there are times when the temperature could fluctuate based on many factors such as air temperature, wind speed and humidity, all of which affect the rate of heat loss from the pool. Residents with concerns regarding pool maintenance should contact Christine Wells, Lake Ashton (LW) CDD Community Director, or Mary Bosman, Lake Ashton (WH) CDD Community Director for more information. PHOTO CONTEST The Fine Arts and Photography Show proved that there are many talented photographers at Lake Ashton. Have you ever just stopped during a golf cart ride and taken a beautiful picture that you thought nothing more of? Send it in for the chance to compete in a contest to be used as artwork in the Clubhouse Foyer! Submit your best photo(s) that signifies Lake Ashton living for consideration by August 31 to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. Each resident can submit up to three photos for consideration. Please ensure your photos are high resolution and at least 300 dpi. Information regarding the next steps in judging will be published in the September 2022 newsletter. AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 13 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1369 3/22

JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POL ICY HIGHL IGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. This month outlines the policies in place for the Library/Media Centers at the Clubhouse and HFC. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Any questions regarding these policies can be directed to Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman, LAII (WH) CDD Community Director (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTERS 1. There are two library/media centers, one in the Clubhouse and one in the HFC. They have books, puzzles, computers, tables, DVDs and an area for reading. 2. Books and puzzles are donated by Patrons for use by other Patrons. They may be removed but must be returned upon completion to either Amenity Facility. 3. District computers and their content, including email, are subject to monitoring and access by the District at any time with or without consent or prior knowledge of the user. The District reserves the right to monitor any use of network resources, to monitor computer and internet usage, including, but not limited to: sites visited, searches conducted, information uploaded or downloaded and to access, retrieve and delete any data stored in, created, received, or sent over the network or using network resources for any reason. 4. It is strictly prohibited to use a District compute for wireless internet access to seek, send or store Inappropriate Content (as defined herein) and/or for unauthorized copying of copyrighted material. Examples of copyrighted materials include, but are not limited to: commercial music, video, graphics, or other intellectual property. The Districts assume no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, that may occur from the use of its electronic resources. Users of the Districts computers and/or wireless internet access peruse the internet at their own risk, realizing the potential for accessing offensive, inaccurate, illegal, or fraudulent information. 5. The District reserves the right to revoke any User’s access to the Districts’ computers and/or wireless internet at any time. MEDIA CENTER COMPUTERS REMINDER Please remember the computers located in the Media Center are public computers. Residents should be careful when accessing sensitive information on these public computers. There have been instances where personal information has been left up on computers or printer, leaving it susceptible to being accessed by anyone. Safeguard your personal information at all times and please remember these are not personal home computers, but are accessed by many residents and guests everyday. Please note in the Clubhouse Media Center the computer closest to the printer is the only computer that is set up to print. ELECTION DAY APRIL 5 The Regular Municipal Election for the City of Lake Wales is April 5. There are two seats up for election: Seat 1, At-Large currently held by Mayor Eugene Fultz and Seat 4, District 27 currently held by Jack Hilligoss. Lake Ashton residents living in Lake Wales can vote in person in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Election Day or contact the Supervisor of Elections at 863.534.5888 to request an absentee ballot. The polls are open from 7 am to 7 pm. To find out more, contact the City of Lake Wales City Clerk at 863.678,4182, or visit polkelections.com. There will be no activities in the Ballroom and no movies shown. The Activities Desk will remain open from 9 am - 5 pm. WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 15 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 2021 Best Of HAVEN

The Pet Play Parks in Lake Ashton are here for pets to exercise and socialize in a controlled environment. Please keep in mind that owners are liable for the actions and behavior of their pets at all times. Please read the reminders below and contact Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com for any questions or concerns about the Clubhouse Pet Play Park or mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Pebble Beach or Winged Foot Dog Parks. • All pet play parks welcome all sized pets at all times. • All pet waste must be cleaned up immediately by the owners and disposed of properly in the receptacles provided. • Aggressive or unruly pets must be leashed and removed from the parks immediately. • Pets are not allowed to dig holes. Their owners are responsible for immediately stopping the digging and refilling any holes with the sand provided • At the first sign of aggression or if a pet becomes unruly and plays too rough, the pet must be leashed and removed from the pet park immediately and banned for the remainder of the day. This will also cause a verbal warning to be issued to the owner by the Amenity Manager. • In the event the pet harms, bites or fights another pet or an owner, the pet will be banned from visiting the parks while other pets are present for a period of thirty days. • If a second incident of harm, biting, or fighting occurs within a six (6) month period, the pet will be banned from the pet park for one (1) year. LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE UPDATE By Kay Teehan Lake Ashton Community Action Committee is a group of volunteers representing Lake Ashton residents who are working to understand and communicate about the planned residential developments surrounding Lake Ashton, and the road construction plans that may impact the quality of life in this community. An update to this project has been posted on lakeashtonliving.com in the LA Community Action Committee forum. You can also email LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com if you would like to help in this project. VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION MONTH April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and there are certainly many volunteers at Lake Ashton to recognize and thank! In appreciation for all you do, staff has organized a free giveaway once a week for the month of April. If you volunteer in any capacity at Lake Ashton, be sure to sign up for the following activities at the Clubhouse Activities Desk to ensure an accurate count for all giveaways. April 5 (10 am - 4 pm): Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to pick up a sweet treat to show how much we appreciate all you do. April 11 (8:30 am to 10 am): We "donut" what we would do without all of you! Stop by Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom — volunteers will receive free donuts and coffee! April 18 (10 am - 4 pm): Close your eyes and reach inside, Surprise, Surprise! Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk and grab a treat from our Surprise Bag. April 26 at Noon: Free ice cream social in the Clubhouse Ballroom, sponsored by Reliance Health because you all are just the sweetest. * 17

LA LOOKS LA (LW) HOA Board Of Directors: • President/Treasurer Bob Powant president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President Debby Landgrebe vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary David Muller secretary2@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Ken Rickey secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Tom Hevel secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By David Muller The HOA Board of Directors (BODs) has been proactive in the st ructure of o p e r a t i o n s a n d bringing back the standards true to our CC&Rs. Do we have some "growing pains"? Sure do. Getting out of those pains takes time and finding tools to do just that. One of those tools is the management company, Don Asher Associates. The company carries out the wishes of Lake Ashton from instructions given by the Board of Directors. That is done at Don Asher's offices for administrative purposes and on site by the manager, Michellette Ramos. What does Don Asher Management do for Lake Ashton? Many things ... here are a few general topics (but not all): • Pay bills and perform multiple accounting services including col lect ion of annual assessment and make deposits to appropriate accounts • Inspect Properties for violations • Organize ARC requests for ARC approval • Establish property history on property changes • Maintain fiscal records of properties needed by mortgage companies • Perform office functions including mailing correspondence, violations and arrange to have liens placed on delinquent accounts • Help HOA with business meeting minutes and advise the BODs with current practices legal considerations Getting help from Don Asher is an addition to communicating with BODs. You can reach their office at OUR Lake Ashton HOA office: 863-625-0065. You can also email Michellette Ramos at michellette@donasher.com. As always, you can reach all the board members directly. Email for the BOD: directors@lakeashtonhoa.org. The board is always looking at options for easier record keeping and communication for the residents at Lake Ashton. This includes looking at software options, working with Don Asher Management. Additionally, the board is "fine tuning" the services from the company and looking for future benefits for Lake Ashton. One great thing about Don Asher Management is that you don't have to see the "sausage making" to keep Lake Ashton functioning. Please be assured that the BODs does that so we can all enjoy our community. LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair Interested in meeting and working with fellow residents to help maintain Lake Ashton as one of the premier 55+ communities in Central Florida? The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) is looking for volunteers to serve on the committee. If this is for you, please send email to ARC@lakeashtonhoa.org or call Iris Realmuto at 603-759-3513. AQUATIC EDUCATION CORNER Wildlife Why does my pond smell? Why is our pond green and scummy looking? What you see is probably algae. Excess nutrients in the water combined with warm, sunny weather causes algae to grow rapidly. This can often lead to excessive algal growth, commonly referred to as an algae bloom. Is algae bad for the pond? Many creatures in the pond use algae as food. Algae is natural and does help break down the nutrients in the pond, however, too much algae may cause problems. Plants need sunlight to grow. When algae covers the surface of the pond, it reduces the amount of light that can get to other plants living in the water or on the bottom of the pond. This can prevent many native plants from growing and reduce the viability of the pond ecosystem. WILDLIFE ALERT - WATCH FOR ALL IGATORS Now that the weather has warmed up, coldblooded reptiles such as alligators can be more active. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds residents to be cautious when having fun in and around water. The FWC recommends keeping pets away from the water. For residents who have concerns with an alligator that poses a threat to humans, pets or property, call the FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866.FWC.GATOR (392-4286). Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Remember, it is illegal to feed or harass alligators. If you see an alligator: • Always give these reptiles a respectful distance — at least 10 feet — and always leave them alone. • Alligators are nocturnal animals, more active during the night. After dark, avoid fresh and Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Sandhill Crane, the original yearround resident of Lake Ashton, is a species that one cannot overlook. Because the Cranes in Central Florida are non-migratory, residents can enjoy their life cycle. It begins with elaborate courtship displays involving spreading of wings, leaps and loud rattles. Things quiet down when the nest mound is built, usually in a marshy area and two eggs (typically) are laid and incubated by both parents for about a month. Since colts (baby cranes) are precocious, they parade after their parents the day after hatching. The parents feed them a diet of insects and aquatic plants, supplemented with yummy delicacies such as rodents, snails, frogs, lizards and snakes. Feeding Sandhill Cranes is against the law, gives them rickets (causing drooping bills and deformed legs) and makes them aggressive. It's best to just observe their life cycle from a distance, and not interfere. brackish bodies of water, though alligators sometimes lurk in salt water. Unprovoked bites will often occur at the edge of the water. • Never feed alligators; it encourages them to lose their natural fear of people. • Small animals, like pets, and small children are generally more at risk than large adults. • Female alligators protect their nests by hissing and opening their mouths; this does not mean they are preparing to attack. • Alligators under four feet in length are not considered a threat to humans.

SAFETY SPECIAL SAFETY PRESENTATIONS AT MONDAY COFFEE IN MARCH The Lake Ashton Neighborhood Watch “Meet the Police Chiefs Forum” took place at Monday Coffee on March 7. Chief Velasquez from the Lake Wales Police Department and Chief Brannan f rom t he Wi n t e r Haven Po l i ce Department were there to provide their perspectives and answer questions from residents. Then, on March 14, Grady Judd was the special guest speaker at Monday Coffee. MESSAGE FROM THE NW CHIEF Thank you to the police chiefs, public safety officers and groups including CAP, CERT, and the Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association who came together under the Neighborhood Watch umbrella to make this presentation a great success. Neighborhood Watch continues to be a recognized leader helping our community to stay safe with a“Zero Tolerance for Crime” policy! - Neighborhood Watch Chief Fay Wood Citizens Assisted Patrol (CAP), pictured below, is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Also pictured, George Fetcho receives recognition for over 100 hours of service. Earl Hope, Edwin Ciesluk, and Mike Weissberg also received recognition. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). 20 NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Driving Safety - We All Can Do Our Part Distracted driving kills an average of 4,100+ per year nationwide. Also 465,000 injuries occur! Did you know that distracted driving isn’t just texting? This can be any activity that diverts a person’s attention away from driving. Text messaging is the most dangerous because it requires visual, manual and cognitive attention. Sending a text message takes a driver’s eyes off the road for an average of 4.6 seconds and 4.6 seconds is the equivalent of driving blind at 55 mph for the length of a football field. The age group with the greatest proportion of distracted drivers is under age 22. In that group, 11% of drivers who died in a crash were reportedly distracted at the time of the fatal crash. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PRESENTS - IDENTITY THEFT, FRAUDS, AND SCAMS PREVENTION Neighborhood Watch welcomes Kathy Leigh from the Polk County Sheriff's Office Crime Prevention Unit to discuss Identity Theft, Frauds, and Scams on April 4 at 10 am in Ashton Tap & Grill. Coffee will be provided. Come with questions and learn about how to avoid becoming a victim. VIAL OF LIFE At a recent Monday Coffee presentation by Neighborhood Watch, the Vial of Life was presented by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. This nationally recognized medical program is designed to aid emergency medical personnel by providing an individual's pertinent medical information. This information is readily available to emergency personnel, in the event you are unable to speak for yourself, or a member of your household is unable to speak for themselves. The program consists of a plastic vial, one sticker, and a medical form for each person in the household and is available free to the public. The medical form includes name, address, date of birth, emergency contact, allergies prescriptions, current medical status, physician's name and location. The completed medical forms are inserted into the capped vial, and placed on the upper righthand corner of the top shelf inside your refrigerator or placed in the refrigerator door, top shelf. The Vial of Life Sticker is attached to the outside of the refrigerator door. The sticker alerts emergency personnel of the completed vial's existence. (Please remember to print all information legibly and keep the information updated and current.) For more information on this program, please contact Crime Prevention at 863-298-6677. 21 All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy.

MOVI ES ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 APRIL 6 (No Movies April 5 or 7) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM AGAINST THE ICE 2022 | PG-13 | 1h 42min E x p l o r i ng G r e e n l a nd ' s v a s t landscape for a lost map, two men must fight extreme weather, hunger, fatigue, and a polar bear attack to survive. Based on the true story of Denmark's 1909 polar expedition. APRIL 12 - 14 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM (No 7 pm movie April 14) NO TIME TO DIE 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 43min Bond (Daniel Craig) has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. APRIL 19 - 21 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM RESCUED BY RUBY 2022 | PG | 1h 30min State trooper Dan (Grant Gustin) dreams of joining the K-9 Search & Rescue team, but no one will give him the chance. Shelter dog Ruby dreams of having a home, but is running out of hope. When fate brings Dan and Ruby together, it's their unshakable bond that helps them face their toughest challenge yet. Based on a true story. 22 22 APRIL 26 - 27 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE ADAM PROJECT 2022 | PG-13 | 1h 46min A time-traveling pilot (Ryan Reynolds) teams up with his younger self and his late father to come to terms with his past while saving the future. Also stars Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Garner, Catherine Keener, and Zoe Saldana. April 28 is National Superhero Day Enjoy a Marvel Movie Marathon! 11 AM: Black Widow PG-13 | 2021 | 2h 13m Natasha Romanoff, aka Black Widow, confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy, and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger. 3 PM: SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS PG-13 | 2021 | 2h 12m Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2h 12m) Shang-Chi must confront the past he thought he left behind when he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings organization. 7 pm: Eternals PG-13 | 2021 | 2h 37m The Eternals are a group of ancient heroes from beyond the stars who have protected Earth since the dawn of man. When monstrous creatures called Deviants, long thought lost to history, mysteriously return, they are forced to reunite in order to defend humanity once again. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC), 3 PM, & 7 PM APRIL 1 11 AM (No 3 or 7 pm Movie) APRIL IN PARIS 1952 | NR | 1h 41min Government office worker Sam Winthrop Putnam (Ray Bolger) mistakenly sends an invitation to a prestigious theater festival in Paris to New York City chorus girl Ethel "Dynamite" Jackson (Doris Day). Aboard the ship that is transporting the U.S. delegation to the festival, Sam falls for Ethel, even though he is already engaged to Marcia (Eve Miller). It will take the interference of Philippe (Claude Dauphin), a French entertainer also aboard the ship, to bring Sam and Ethel together. APRIL 8 — NO MOVIE APRIL 15 11 AM & 3:30 PM BEN HUR 1959 | G | 3h 42min Charlton Heston plays Judah Ben-Hur, a proud Jew who runs afoul of ambitious boyhood friend Messala (Stephen Boyd) in this 1959 epic that boasts an unforgettable chariot race and earned 11 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Heston) and Best Director (William Wyler). Condemned to life as a slave, Judah swears vengeance against Messala and escapes, later crossing paths with a gentle prophet named Jesus. APRIL 22 11 AM & 3 PM (No 7 pm Movie) IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT 1934 | NR | 1h 45min Runaway socialite Ellie Andrews (Claudette Colbert) is en route to the Big Apple to elope and along the way she meets 23 a crusty newspaperman (Clark Gable). A string of zany misadventures leads them to realize they're madly if reluctantly in love. APRIL 29 11 AM (No 3 or 7 pm Movies) SPIDERMAN: NO WAY HOME 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 28 min For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighborhood hero's identity is revealed, bringing his Super Hero responsibilities into conflict with his normal life and putting those he cares about most at risk. When he enlists Doctor Strange's help to restore his secret, the spell tears a hole in their world, releasing the most powerful villains who've ever fought a Spider-Man in any universe. Now, Peter will have to overcome his greatest challenge yet, which will not only forever alter his own future but the future of the Multiverse.

EVENTS TIME (AFTER TIME) FOR 2022 COMMUNITY SHOWCASE By Karen Nelson It’s finally time ... for Time After Time! Your friends and neighbors will stage the 2022 Community Showcase as follows: Opening Night — Friday, April 8 at 7:30 pm Saturday Matinee — April 9 at 1:30 pm with an extended intermission Closing Night - Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 pm Tickets for all three shows can be purchased at the Clubhouse Activities Desk until sold out! Premium seats are $20 and regular seats are $15. See you there! PASSOVER SEDER By David Harrison The Jewish Community of Lake Ashton would like to extend an invitation to come and share a Passover Seder at the Eagle's Nest on Friday, April 15 at 4:45 pm. A wonderful menu of garden salad, choice of pot roast or 1/4 roasted chicken, glazed carrots and roasted potatoes will be served. Coffee and iced tea are included for only $22/person. Matzoh, ceremonial kosher wine and dessert will be provided for each guest. Make an entree choice when signing up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk no later than April 5. Make checks payable to David Harrison. Call 863-326-6418 with any questions. EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE By Debby Landgrebe Rejoice and celebrate the blessing of Resurrection Sunday on Easter, April 17. Bring your golf carts, blankets, family, friends and neighbors. Most of all bring your heart prepared to sing praises to the Risen Lord and be filled with abundant joy! The service will begin promptly at 7 am at the Clubhouse garden/lawn overlooking Lake Ashton. Gather to hear a local pastor and sing wonderful Easter hymns. For those planning to attend their own church service, the Sunrise Service will conclude by 8. Seating will be available and an offering will be taken. Everyone is welcome, regardless of belief. There certainly are many reasons to be thankful. Hope to see you Easter Sunday, April 17, behind the Clubhouse in the gardens at 7 am. Any questions, contact Debby Landgrebe. TV TRIVIA Who said watching all that TV will do you no good? It could help you win at this month’s trivia night! Show how much you (and your teammates) know from all that time in front of the tube at TV Trivia on April 27 at 6:30 pm. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. No more than eight to a team. 24 25

2022 FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Thank you to the over 500 people who attended this year’s show. Over 100 entries were on display by 38 participants. You all helped to make it the best show ever! The show couldn’t have happened without the hard work of committee members Ann Boogher, Nancy Hallfin, Sharon Makela, Lin Rogers, Steve Bachleda, Karyn Leighton, Marilyn Noffsinger and Larry & Joanne Hillock. Thanks go out to the many volunteers who helped make this show a success. The generous sponsors were Snowbird Heating & Cooling, inc., Boyett Family Dentistry, The Gallery & Frame Shop, Kevin Weltin State Farm Agency, and The Tessier Law Firm, P.A. Please mention your appreciation for their support when you visit their businesses. See back cover for pictures. FINE ARTS WINNERS Best In Show: Kim Konrad LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS Drawing/Illustration 1st: Sharon Makela 2nd: Kim Konrad 3rd: Lin Jones 19999 Reno Ey Decor! $ Honorable Mention: Kim Konrad Painting (Oil or Acrylic) 1st: Kim Konrad 2nd: Marie Baral 3rd: Charles Inman Painting – Watercolor 1st & Honorable Mention: Barbara Staschke 2nd & 3rd: Sil Wells Painting (Mixed Media) 1st: Sharon Makela Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 26 PHOTOGRAPHY WINNERS Best In Show: James Campbell Things 1st: Stephen Bachleda 2nd: Beth Bule 3rd: Joanne Hillock Creative 1st & Honorable Mention: Ronald McKie 2nd: Bill Winchester 3rd: James Campbell Nature 1st: Pam Klawinski 2nd: John Chandler 3rd: Larry Hillock Honorable Mention: Dale Steenberg People 1st: Jane Storrs 2nd: Shari Gleber 3rd: Larry Hillock Honorable Mention: Sil Wells Pictorial 1st: Shari Gleber 2nd: James Campbell 3rd: Pam Klawinski Honorable Mention: Chris Reibl 2022 FEATURED SHOW TICKET SALES TOTALLY TUBULAR '80S PARTY 7 pm Showtimes: Premium Tickets: $25 Regular Tickets: $20 April 14: KAZUAL will captivate your rhythmic senses by blending harmonious sound with their intoxicating vocals and dancing on April 14! April 22: Travel back in time to the ‘60s with the PAISLEY CRAZE FLOWER POWER SPRING SHOW, a five-piece band playing the hits of the decade. May 6: JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS will pay tribute to veterans with STARS & STRIPES, a stirring evening of patriotic music, comedy, performance and spectacle. CAREFULLY CRAFTED Someone once said, “Beautiful things come together one stitch at a time,” and it couldn’t be more true. Women are works of art that are still in progress no matter the age. Every one of our Lake Ashton ladies are Carefully Crafted and are still beautiful works in progress. Celebrate the beautiful person that you are and are still becoming while enjoying an afternoon of friendship, fellowship, and food at the Carefully Crafted ladies’ luncheon on May 13 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. A variety of wonderful local female-owned businesses will be in attendance for you to visit and peruse before lunch will be served. Each vendor will have a special offering for the ladies in attendance, such as Oasis Spa with some spa services, Avon with a basket full of products to raffle, and many more! Ashton Tap & Grill will serve a delicious plated meal consisting of a turkey and gouda croissant, primavera pasta salad, sliced fruit, and a beautifully crafted cookie for dessert. You can view an uplifting fashion show for women of all shapes and sizes put on by Michelle’s Resale Closet. Tickets go on sale for $17 on April 4 at Clubhouse Activities Desk after Monday Coffee. the 27 Women have unique health issues and some health issues that affect both men and women can touch women differently. National Women’s Health Week encourages women to consider factors that influence their mental health, such as managing stress, in order to ward off anxiety and depression. In addition to the activities below there are many free health classes and activities available to residents. Stop by either Activities Desk for more information on the classes available or take a look at the calendar inserts for meeting days and times. The following special activities will be held in the Clubhouse Ballroom: May 11 at 11 am: Exercise Bingo — Get your body moving and do the exercises to get the mark on your card. First one to get Bingo, wins. Refreshments will be offered. May 12 at 11 am: Tips and Tricks: Healthy Snack Choices (presentation and tasting) Both activities are sponsored by Reliance Health. Dust off your cassettes, tease up your hair, and be there or be square! Bust a Move and Get into the Groove at the Totally Tubular ‘80s Party May 20 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Break out those old leg warmers and Kangol hats because this is gonna be one rad Celebration! We know you’ll be Hungry Like a Wolf after dancing All Night Long to the wicked cool music from a live DJ, so two slices of Giovanni’s pizza and an ‘80s themed snack bag are included with your ticket. Try the event’s signature cocktail, the Eye of the Tiger, at the cash bar. You don’t have to be Livin’ on a Prayer to get tickets; Walk Like an Egyptian or hop in your Little Red Corvette and grab them at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for $10 on April 11 after Monday Coffee.

GOLF LAMGA By Paul Fichtman LAMGA’s March was highlighted by the very popular 3-day Member – Guest tournament held from March 10th - 12th. The tournament was kicked off with a Pre-tournament Party consisting of Pizza, Wings, Hors d’oeuvres and beer sponsored by Chris Bruser, Reverse Mortgage Specialist – Mutual of Omaha. 60 two-man teams competed through 5 nine-hole rounds of match play for $2,400 in prize money. The top 3 teams in each of 10 flights won $120, $80 and $40 in Pro Shop credits per team for finishing 1st, 2nd and 3rd, respectively. The tournament included breakfast and lunch on Thursday and Friday and a closing Awards Luncheon on Saturday. Thursday’s breakfast was sponsored by Burris Warner of Amerity Financial. Snowbird Heating and Cooling sponsored a Hole in One contest on Friday for which the prize was a new, installed A/C unit plus they hosted a tent with free beer, snacks and beverages. Art’s Golf Cars sponsored Friday’s Closest to the Pin on all 4 par 3s: the four winners each won a $200 gift certificate for merchandise in the Eagle’s Nest or Pro Shop. Finally, Red Hoagland Hyundai and Snowbird Heating & Cooling sponsored a Closest to the Pin Shootout on Thursday and Friday, respectively. Each team that was closest to the pin in their Flight won $25 in Pro Shop credits. A list of all our sponsors, sorted by category, is posted on the LAMGA, Lake Ashton Living and Talk of Lake Ashton web sites as well as on the bulletin board in the Pro Shop. Please support these generous sponsors with your business when you are in need of one of their products or services. The LAMGA also wants to extend special thanks to all the wives who volunteered to help with the tournament registration and the Pro Shop and Eagle’s Nest staffs for helping to run the best tournament to date. April’s schedule includes: 4/6 – Best Net A&D, B&C; 4/13 – Pick Your Foursome, 1 Gross, 2 Nets; 4/20 – Pick 10 Holes and; 4/27 – Quota Points. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Congratulations to the winners of the Ashton Cup. Your hard work paid off. April marks elections for two positions on the LALGA board. Sue Fitzgerald and Jackie Tressler are running for President and Margie Dersham is running unopposed for Secretary. The posi t ions are two-year appointments. Good luck ladies. Please remember to register to vote on ashtonliving.com. This month the Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the past tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: Hampton Inn, Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill, Haven Salon WH, Head to Toe Beauty & Wellness, Heart to Heart Fabrics & More, Heartland Insulation & Acoustics, Highland Ridge Golf Club, Highlands Reserve Golf Club, Hill Nissan, Home Depot, Hurricane Grill, Huston Cadillac, Indian Lakes Golf Course, Indigo Golf Partners, Integrity Homes & Construction, Jaime’s Collision Center Inc, JLC Management Inc, L’incontro Italian Restaurant, LA Resales, Lake Bess Golf Course, Lake Wales Chrysler/Dodge, Lake Wales Family Restaurant, Lake Wales Golf & Country Club, Laurel Oak Golf Club, Lavender & Lace Tea Room, Legends Golf Orange Lake, Little Studio Interiors, Living Water Boat Cruises, Golden Corral, Lone Palm Golf Club, Longhorn Steak House, Low Ball Louie's, Lowry Park Zoo, Luigi’s Restaurant, M & R Technologies and Maggiano’s. The following four women are the top money winners to date for The Red Hoagland Challenge: 1st Place – Carol Williams $95.95; 2nd Place – Liz Leigh $94.60; 3rd Place – Patty Zakrajsek $93.95 and 4th Place – Jan Kipp $82.20.

Meet Carol Williams Carol is originally from Rockland County, NY. She married Jim, whom she had known since she was six months old, attending the same church, nursery school and high school. They will be married 54 years in September. They have two children and five grandchildren. Carol went to the State University of New York at Delhi and holds a degree in business and accounting. She and Jim owned Imaging Centers in both Texas and Florida. Due to Jim’s job, Carol and Jim moved to Tequesta, Florida in 1988. When deciding where to finally retire, they decided on Lake Ashton because it had two golf courses and was close to Disney. As hobbies, Carol loves photography and cooking. Although she says cooking for two is not the same as cooking for a family. Carol started playing golf in 2019 and the game has become an “obsession” for her. She started playing with the Niners but as she became more comfortable playing, with Nancy Testa urging her to play with the LALGA, she decided to join. As for the LALGA Carol says the league has been “welcoming, friendly, and so much fun.” She is “very thankful she joined,” as are we. Carol had an incredible Eagle on 15 West during league play and the picture above is of that eventful day. Congratulations Carol and welcome to the LALGA! LA NINERS By Diane Struble How time flies! Spring has arrived with record breaking temperatures, alligators appearing both in the water and on the banks, sandhill cranes with babies following close behind, even an occasional turtle sunning on the banks, along with the wonderful array of wildlife alas comes the end to the winter golf season. Closing day is April 5, with a four person scrambled planned followed by a delicious lunch at the Eagle’s Nest, election of two board members, along with a few surprises (the Niners always have something up their sleeve). Great time for fellowship and goodbyes to snowbird members. 30 Pace of Play A round of nine holes should be completed in two hours. Since we have many scrambles and best balls it should take even less time. • Always carry a spare ball in your pocket. • Take your ball retriever with you when looking by the water’s edge. • Spend no more than three minutes looking for or trying to retrieve your ball. • Take your rake and club(s) with you when you are in the sand trap. If you are close to the green, take your putter and have your partner drive the cart up by the green. • Don’t leave carts parked in the middle of fairways while you are putting. Drive the cart to the side of the green. If you have questions about the Niners, please contact Karen Ferrenande at 207-451-0143. CONGRATS, COLETTE! Lake Ashton golfer Colette McKie (pictured center below) won as overall champion in the Polk County Wome n ’ s Go l f Association TwoD a y H a n d i c a p Tournament held on February 28 at Willowbrook Golf Club and March 7 at Cypresswood Gol f Club. The Lake Ashton Pro Shop will now have the Polk County Women’s Handicap Plaque on the wall in the Pro Shop with her name on it, as she is the winner this season: 2021-2022. Other golfers that also were winners in the tournament were: Liz Leigh - AA Flight 2nd Place Vicki Andrew - A Flight 4th Place Mafie Walker - A Flight 5th Place Lydia Fichtman - B Flight 3rd Place Karen LaPointe - B Flight 5th Place The Polk County Women’s Golf Association allows female golfers to participate in a friendly competitive golf game playing different golf courses in Polk County. If interested in joining, contact Liz at 813-288-0809. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Matt Auen, Lake Ashton Golf Pro Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

CLUBS BOLLA By Pat Neaves Looking for an activity that is fun, no skill required, and helps children? Come to the Clubhouse Craft Room any Monday from 1 to 3 pm. The group will be tying knots while enjoying lots of laughter. For anyone that sews but can’t come on Mondays we have blankets that that can be taken home for sewing around the edges. Going on vacation? No problem! Come when you can! The group does not take a summer hiatus and will continue providing blankets wherever there are children in need of comfort in Polk County. Come and enjoy fellowship and a wonderful feeling knowing children are being helped through this project. Blankets of Love sends good wishes and safe travels to neighbors leaving Lake Ashton for the summer months. The BOLLA group would like to thank Ann Boogher for the many years she served as Treasurer. Ann was instrumental in getting the group charity status and tax exempt for the materials we buy. Anyone that knows Ann is not surprised how generous she is giving her time to help others. Like Ann, Chris Crane was Secretary for many years. In addition to taking care of all correspondence, Chris helped get blankets ready and delivered to the various locations we serve. Chris also took over the lead role during the President’s absence. These two won’t go far as they will remain BOLLA members! The group welcomed new Officers Secretary, Amity Kokochak and Treasurer, Louise Price during our annual luncheon. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The Camera Club will meet on April 11 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. Last month Cindy and Ed Boos provided a great presentation on the many beautiful waterfalls they visited. This month club member photos will be shared and discussed, and plans will be made for a photo shoot. Be sure to bring a few of you pictures on a USB drive to share with the group. In case you are new to Lake Ashton or haven’t yet attended a meeting, membership is open to all LA residents who share an interest in photography. Everyone is welcome regardless of skill level. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting April 7 via Zoom only starting at 4:30 pm. The April speaker is Cecile Scoon, Florida president of the Florida League of Women Voters Zoom with a presentation regarding redistricting. Email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. DUPL ICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Ballroom from 12:45 until approximately 3:30 pm. Players of all abilities are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Ballroom Information Wall. A partner is required. Email dfuller627@yahoo.com for assistance finding a partner. Recent Winners: March 14: North/South - 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford ; 2nd George Rogers & Ralph Ritter. East/West - 1st Pauline Pare & Nelda Sedlacek, 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson March 7: North/South – 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson; 2nd George Rogers & Ralph Ritter; East/ West- 1st Jim Ford & Don Fuller, Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier February 28: North/South 1st – Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales; 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson. East/West - 1st Karla Gengler & Mary Trumper; 2nd Pauline Pare & Nelda Sedlacek February 21: 1st Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales; 2nd Karla Gengler & Mary Trumper, 3rd Judy Marine & Cheryl Tillman

LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis New members are always welcomed to join this group that meets every second Wednesday of the month. However, due to a special event, the club will not meet April 13, but April 14 instead. After the meeting, a group of members updated existing pots at the HFC indoor poolside. Consideration was given to plant needs: such as sunlight, humidity, and general maintenance. Lake Ashton Garden Club wishes to invite the Community to celebrate National Gardening Day on April 14 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Pavilion. There will be a silent auction and Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, will be the guest speaker! A special thank you to the Lake Ashton Community and Swim Club for the generous monetary donations. The club does not collect dues. All donations helped purchase plants and soil for the HFC project. GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl Come join the Genealogy Club to find your ancestors and enjoy the company of some of your LA neighbors who have this similar interest. The next meeting is Wednesday, Apr. 13 at 2 PM in the HFC Craft Room. Bring your questions, ancestor stories and digital devices if you’d like. For more information call Jane at 815-545-6655. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet at the Eagle’s Nest on April 27 from 5 to 7 pm. Dinner will be provided and includes spaghetti & meatballs; salad; soft drink; and dessert. The cost per person is $15. Dinner tickets are available at the Clubhouse and are payable by check. Tickets may also be purchased at the dinner event. All club members and Lake Ashton residents are welcome. Point of contact is Brenda Bush-Sayre, 813-313-9911; bbs1954@icloud.com. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg "Welcome Rocks" that are distributed to new residents of Lake Ashton, "Kindness Rocks" that are hidden around the community, and "Easter Rocks" that will be donated to the residents and staff of Waters Edge Nursing in Lake Wales, have lately been the focus of the group’s painting. Sue Pieper, the LA Rocker who is in charge of the Waters Edge project, recently wrote a wonderful description of the group on TOLA: "We are the LA Rockers. We are a group that has a passion for painting, friendship and spreading kindness throughout the community. Our Spring kindness project is Waters Edge a senior living home in Lake Wales. Our goal is to paint 210 rocks so that each resident and worker can have one. ... [And,] if you find a rock in the community know that someone has made it with love hoping to put a smile on your face.” Well put! With the lull in Omicron cases, LA Rockers are once again meeting in person in the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays (April 6 and 20 this month) from 2 to 4 pm. Spend an afternoon with a great group of people and learn to paint rocks! Don't worry if you can't draw or have never painted - you don't need to draw or paint. Simply add background color to a small rock and write a message on it then hide it for someone else to find -- and voila, you are an LA Rocker. Best of all, it does not cost anything to try since you will be lent the supplies you will need for your first meeting. Join the Facebook group "LA R o c k e r s " o r c o n t a c t M J R i c h a r d s (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Alice Mayer (aamayer1@gmail.com) to let them know you are coming. If we have to cancel our meeting at the last minute, we will post the cancellation on our LA Rockers Facebook page. If in doubt, check before you come.

THE NEW NEW ENGLANDERS CLUB By Marsha Bishop Come join the group to connect, you may find a neighbor or two at dinner at the Eagle’s Nest on May 4. Meet at 5:30 pm with dinner at 6. There will be salad, baked potato with toppings, beef and chicken shish kabobs, tea, soda, with an ice cream bar for dessert. Price is $14 and includes tax and tip. Tickets can be purchased at the Clubhouse and the HFC. The deadline to purchase tickets is April 19. If you have questions, call Marsha Bishop at 863-875-8599 or Cynthia Harris at 863-255-0793. CREATIVE QUILTERS By Marsha Martin After a successful Quilt Show the quilters are taking a well deserved breath and getting on with what they love to do … QUILT! The Tuesday after the show a group of twelve went to a favorite quilt store, The Quilted Twins in Dade City, for the first road trip of 2022. It is always a great place to shop and combined with a wonderful lunch at Kafe Kokopelli it was a day enjoyed by all. The annual auction, with Nancy D'Herin as auctioneer, was full of laughs, food and fun! There are several new members and fellow quilters are always welcome to stop in. The third Tuesday of every month is our "Project Day" and is a new addition that has become a favorite. Each month a different technique or project is demonstrated. If you have any questions please contact Marsha Martin at Mkmartin409@yahoo.com or 406-788-8087. ITALIAN CLUB By Nancy Scali The Italian Club received the following note of thanks for its donation to the Mackie Ministries. “Thank you for your kind donation to Mackie Ministries. The money will be used to feed the less fortunate residents of Winter Haven. Your generosity and support is much appreciated. May the Lord bless you for your charity during the Lenten Season.” The Italian Club annually donates to various charities who support the less fortunate in our area. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White ATTENTION NEW RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES (50-100+): Did you know that Lake Ashton has a club for al l levels of swimming interest? The club has reserved the indoor pool three times a week so those who want to swim for fitness but don't feel safe swimming alone and/or who want to do an organized group workout for motivation. The times are: Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am. Did you know that some fitness swimmers use a goal of Senior Games swimming competition as motivation to workout in the water consistently? Some LASC members compete in age-group swimming meets. Some lap swimmers have found that aiming for competition, even if they don't go, has motivated them to: participate in the club's organized workouts, add strength building and weight loss activities to their daily routines, and eat healthier. CONGRATULATIONS to C a t h y L i s k a , S a n d y Papineau, and Sharon Swanson (pictured above), who swam some personal best times and brought home a bunch of medals from the annual Lee County Senior Swim meet on March 5. SPECIAL THANKS to all who contributed to the LA Garden Club's project to beautify the indoor pool area with plants. If you missed the two-week fundraiser, you can still contribute cash to help buy pots, plants & soil, by giving it to a garden club or swim club member. For more information, please contact Coach Sandy: sandyw1994@aol.com $7,495 995

LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves & Joan DiBattista Thanks to the Lake Ashton residents and members of the LAVA Auxiliary and LAVA, $1800 was raised to purchase 360 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies for troops! The two young sisters, Josephine, a Brownie, and Victoria, a Daisy, spoke at the February joint LAVA and LAVA Auxiliary meeting. They proudly shared stories and pictures of their relatives who have served in the military. The relatives who have served go back to a greatgreat-grandparent. The next meeting of the LAVA Auxiliary is April 20 at 6:30 pm in the Ballroom, close to the stage. LAVA Auxiliary is open to all those who love our country and want to support our veterans. SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 Craft Show is October 22, and crafters are needed! You can reserve a table for $50 to sell your handcrafted items at this fundraiser. Call Joan at 239-851-7899. The month of May is National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM) . Celebrate your patriotism during the month by placing red, white and blue bows on your mai boxes and golf carts. LAVA Auxiliary will have bows available for purchase at Monday Coffee for $5 a bow. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In March, the group of over 20 discussed several planned outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for a trip to the Polk County History Museum in Bartow and the Polk Art Museum in Lakeland. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on April 3. WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions We service all makes and models Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc 39

MIND&BODY FIVE WISHES Join Cornerstone Hospice on Tuesday, April 19 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom for the Five Wishes class. This presentation goes through the Five Wishes document which is an easy-to-use legal advance directive document written in everyday language. It helps all adults, regardless of age or health, to consider and document how they want to be cared for at the end of life. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall for this free seminar. LAKE ASHTON CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES ( LACES) April has been formally recognized as Water Conservation Month in Florida for the past 22 years, as April is typically a dry month when water demands are higher due to springtime planting. Come to the Clubhouse Ballroom on April 20 at 1 pm to learn more about water conservation and how you can help. Julie Schleb, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Coordinator with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County will educate residents on local water conservation efforts and identify water-saving and water-wasting behaviors. Residents will also become familiar with local ordinances and strategies that aid in the conservation of water, learn what makes a device "water-efficient", become familiar with strategies that will help detect leaks in the home, and learn about water conservation strategies that will lead to high water savings. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall for this free seminar. WOMEN’ S BAS IC SELFDEFENSE CLASS In this class presented by the Polk County Sheriffs Office, ladies will learn basic safety tips and techniques to enable them to escape less than desirable situations. The 2-hour class will be held on April 27 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall. LET’S BEGIN! Are you interested in learning how to paint with watercolor? If so, here is an opportunity to learn with artist Freddie Combs. Join these half day classes to learn the basics of color and paint application. Complete an entire painting in a matter of hours on April 8, April 22, and May 6 from 12:45 to 3:45 p.m. in the HFC Craft Room. $30 per session. Sign up and , receive a list of supplies at the HFC. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr April 9 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Hawaiian Hibiscus Cost $35 — payable at class. Sign up at the Clubhouse Information Wall by noon on April 8. CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald, certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held Saturdays from 3 to 3:45 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. Ladies and gentlemen are welcome! There is no signup required and the class is free! YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Information Wall. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. AMATEUR RADIO EXAMINATION The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association is trying to judge if residents are interested in a Technician and General Class licensing class given here at Lake Ashton. The two hour class will be given once a week for four weeks starting in midApril and after completion of the class the Lake Wales Repeater Association has test sessions for all levels of license the first Saturday of the month at the Winter Haven Red Cross building. If you would be interested in taking this class at Lake Ashton, please contact the Lake Ashton Radio Club at LAARC2022@gmail.com. Give your name and email address and Class you would like to take (Technician LIVING WITH AKES AND ALL IGATORS Back by popular demand, If you haven't already seen the seminar for alligators and snakes. Shannon Carnevale from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) will be presenting two seminars on how to coexist with alligators and snakes in Florida. Come to the HFC on Tuesday, April 12 at 1 pm for the alligator seminar and Tuesday, April 19 at 1 pm for the snake seminar. or General). You will be advised if there is sufficient interest to hold a class and if there is when and where the classes will be given. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 www.jimsfloordepot.com

TAP JAMMERS ! Facilitator: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am on the Clubhouse Ballroom Stage This is not for the beginner level tap dancer. DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays at 1 pm in the HFC COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am Intermediate: Tuesdays at 8:10 pm, Thursdays at 10:10 am Clubhouse Ballroom LA DANCE CLASSES: CHA CHA Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Classes are held Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center on March 7. 14, 21, 28. Classes are FREE and no partner needed! CREATE A CARD Join the group on April 19 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1 pm. The cost of each class is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join in for some creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with questions or further detail. FUSED GLASS CLASSES Jewelry at the Clubhouse Your opportunity to create unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry will happen April 12 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. For $40, you will learn how to create beautiful works of wearable art by layering art glass and fusing the glass in a kiln. Each student will make two of the following choices: pendant, pin, or pair of earrings. Included is an introduction to glass fusing in a kiln, instructions on glass cutting, and equipment usage. The remainder of the class is spent choosing and layering glass. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Cost includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing, and art glass. Fused Glass Plate at the HFC Create a 7” x 7” fused and slumped glass plate, trivet or 4 glass coasters April 18 from 4 to 6:30 pm at the HFC. Cost is $35/ person. Sign up at the HFC. Jill will take your creations to her home and after fusing the glass in her kiln, she will apply bails, earring wires, posts, or pins to finish your jewelry which will be available for pickup within one to two weeks. Bring a friend to this fun class! No experience with glass is required for these classes. Class sizes are limited to 20 people. WOMEN’ S BIBLE STUDY Facilitator: Louise Gilla (863-514-4015) Wednesday mornings, 10 to 11:45 am HFC Community Center MEN’S BIBLE STUDY Facilitators: Bob Ring (734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com) and Jim Brendemuehl, (815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com) Tuesdays from 10 to noon at the HFC and also via Zoom

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L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter March 2022 Simply the Best! “ "Creativity takes courage." – Henri Matisse DON'T MISS THE 14th ANNUAL FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW MARCH 19 IN THE BALLROOM! see p. 25 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES April Issue Deadline: March 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill - Edward Pagano, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 MARCH 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom with your friends and neighbors. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! MARCH 7 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: Neighborhood Watch Forum with City of Lake Wales and City of Winter Haven Chiefs of Police Featured Speaker: Matthew Simpson - Edward Jones MARCH 14 Bite Me Monday Featured Speaker: Neighborhood Watch Presents Sheriff Grady Judd Featured Vendor: Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Group MARCH 21 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD Meeting Peanut Butter Monday - donations can be dropped off to the Ballroom Kitchen MARCH 28 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: Homeless Graduating Seniors Featured Speaker: Powur Energy LA WOODWORKERS KNIFE SHARPENING Bring your knives and scissors that need sharpening to the Wood Shop (located near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Dr.) March 7 between 8:30 and 10 am. Please wrap in newspaper and identify with your name and telephone number. Thank you to everyone for supporting this fundraising project. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, March 18, 2022 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, March 21 9:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St. Bartow AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation Customize without Compromise! model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 5 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1365 2/22

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 3 to 8 pm Sunday First Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm with Brunch Buffet from 10 to 3 HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME: SPRING FOWARD MARCH 13. Set your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night before you go to bed (some electronic devices such as smartphones and iPads make this change automatically). This is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries. NEXT MONTHLY MARKETS: March 9 and 23 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 1 to 3 pm 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 10 am to 2 pm BOOKMOBILE March 9 & 23, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) 6 NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on March 11 at 2 pm at the HFC. Please sign up at either Activities Desk, or on the online signup form sent out via email blast. Thank you to The Garden Club and Gene, the Barefoot Gardener, for their donation of the hedges that were recently planted around the Clubhouse Dog Park. This area looks a little more beautiful because of their generosity. MARCH’S EVENTS St. Patrick’s Day Special Thursday, March 17th Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner $16.99 per person Prime Rib Dinner Friday, March 11th Weekly Entertainment Includes: March 6th - Sunday Funday with Quittin Time 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. March 13th - Sunday Funday with Jim Foy 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. March 20th - Sunday Funday with Carlos & Company - 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. March 27th - Sunday Funday - TBD 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Join us the 1st Sunday of the Month for our Brunch Buffet - $18.99 per person For Reservations Visit or Call: www.ashtontapandgrill.com or (863) 324-5810

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director On March 20, it will officially be Spring at Lake Ashton! This is a time for beautiful flowers blooming, cute baby animals, and lots of guests in the community! Staff loves to see residents showing guests the amazing amenities at Lake Ashton and it is even more enjoyable to meet their family and friends, especially the little ones! While this is the busiest time of year for everyone at Lake Ashton, be sure to take time out to "smell the flowers" and enjoy your community. There is a plethora of things to do at Lake Ashton and staff is here to help. Be sure to stop by the Activities Desk to see what fun things are planned for the month! With many new residents moving in this is a good time for seasoned residents to show new residents how to enjoy everything Lake Ashton has to offer. Invite a new resident to enjoy a meal at Ashton Tap and Grill or have a drink by the pool. Suggest that they come to a special event, fitness class, a movie in the Cinema, or a game of bowling. Book a tee time and enjoy the beautiful Lake Ashton golf courses with a new neighbor. Whatever it is, help a new resident feel happy and accepted in their new community by being friendly and welcoming. Remember, a good way to start a new relationship is by having an open heart, mind, and arms. Many projects are being worked on in and around the Clubhouse. Ashton Tap and Grill has received a new paint job and the acoustic panels are in the process of being recovered and will be installed soon. The column caps along Thompson Nursery Road have been pressure washed and will painted soon. A new pool lift has been installed at the Outdoor Pool and stop bars have been repainted at the intersection of Mulligan Drive and Dunmore Drive and the intersection of Lake Ashton Blvd and Ashton Club Drive. Supervisors and Staff will be working on planning for the 2023 fiscal year budget soon. Any suggested projects or budget considerations can be sent to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. Staff is also working on a special project that will involve the entire community in adding to the beauty of the Clubhouse. Stay tuned for more details in the April LA Times. Ashton Tap and Grill has a new Pool/Bar menu in addition to new lunch and dinner menus. Stop by to taste some of the new menu options or enjoy some best sellers. More details to be released via email blast. If you do not currently receive news blasts, email valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com March is also when the community is at peak population. During this time, be aware of extra vehicles, golf carts, and pedestrians on the roads. Road safety is important for all drivers of vehicles including golf carts. Please remember the speed limit throughout the community is 20 mph and all vehicles, bicycles, and golf carts should come to a complete stop at all stop signs. 8 Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com HOMELESS GRADUATING SENI By Dor Can you world with COVID?! also still school seniors who are ready to graduate this year who are dealing with homelessness on top of everything else. These are graduates who hope to attend Polk State College in the fall, but as they graduate their support ceases until they attend school in the fall. You can help with any size donation, small or big — gift cards, cash, and checks payable to Polk County Public Schools will be both the Clubhouse and HFC Activities Attend the presentation by Vicki Grif Polk County schools accounting office Coffee on March 28. Call Doris at 217-652-6636 with any questions. POOL AND SPA FRIENDLY REMINDERS Re s i de n t s , p l e a s e be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities. Please shower before entering Lake Ashton pools or spas. Only those aged 13 years and older should enjoy the spas. Do not eat or drink while in the pool or spa, including sitting on the side of pool or spa. Florida health codes do not allow for any beverages (even bottled water) to be in the wet pool deck (the 4” perimeter around the entire pool and spa). PLEASE REMEMBER THAT ASHTON TAP & GRILL HOLDS THE LIQUOR LICENSE TO SERVE AND SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT THE CLUBHOUSE, WHICH MEANS NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CAN BE B R O U G H T I N T O T H E C L U B H O U S E , RESTAURANT, RESTAURANT PATIO, OR POOL AREA. Enjoy Your Stay! ASHTON? VISITING LAKE LAKE ASHTON? Anyone using amenities at the Clubhouse or HFC should have a Lake Ashton Resident Identification card or facilities Guest Pass. Please visit either Activities Desk for more information. At least one guest 18+ must accompany the resident in order to register. • Golf carts only be driven by those 14 years and up in Lake Wales, and 16 and up in Winter Haven. • Fishing is permitted but anyone over 16 years of age must have a valid Florida fishing license (exemptions listed on myfwc.com), and there is a catch and release policy for District-owned lake/ retention ponds. WILDLIFE ALERT: WATCH FOR ALLIGATORS Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Those who live near lakes and ponds should expect to see alligators from time to time but they should never be fed or approached. If you see an alligator: • Always give these reptiles a respectful distance -- at least 10 feet -- and always leave them alone • If you encounter an alligator outside its natural habitat, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 1-866FWC-GATOR (392-4286). • Alligators are nocturnal animals, more active during the night. After dark, avoid fresh and brackish bodies of water, though alligators sometimes lurk in salt water. Unprovoked bites will often occur at the edge of the water. • Never feed alligators; it encourages them to lose their natural fear of people. • Small children and small animals like pets are generally more at risk than large adults. • Female alligators protect their nests by hissing and opening their mouths; this does not mean they are preparing to attack. • Alligators under 4 feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. As long as residents have a healthy respect for wildlife, including alligators, there are opportunities to live and let live. 9

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director March ushers in spring for all of us Floridians and after the relatively cool temperatures we had in February most of us will welcome the consistently warmer weather. We’re excited to announce new programming to Lake Ashton residents at the HFC. The Cardio Kickboxing classes, the new Bible Study classes, and the expanded beginner watercolor classes are in full swing. The themed parties and Karaoke parties will continue as well. Our exercise classes, water sports, crafting groups, gamers and dance classes are going strong also. February saw new flooring being installed in the Sports Court, Racquetball Court and Fitness Center. The inconvenience was minimal, and residents are certainly enjoying the new floors! With the new basketballs purchased, Monday night basketball could take on new expectations! The dart boards are sporting new darts and the billiard cues have new rack holders as well. The Ping Pong players are enjoying their new table weekly also. The pool area will be taking on a more tropical look soon, as the Lake Ashton Garden Club is providing the knowledge, plants and TLC to care for and maintain plants in that area. The staff is excited to be working with these fine ladies and we can all appreciate their expertise and time donated. If you see them in the HFC, please don’t forget to thank them for their efforts. There will be a newsletter article highlighting them coming up very soon in the LA Connection. The Sawgrass Cart path is completed as is all the irrigation repairs in the common areas. The bathroom on hole # 6 west, should be totally completed by the time this newsletter goes to print. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Dermatology services are coming to the HFC parking lot on a regular basis as of last month. This is quite a sophisticated operation with 3 private exam rooms available to residents including some aesthetic procedures available as well as the normal screenings, etc. As you can see from this partial listing of projects, the LA II CDD Board and staff are working very hard to provide the very best for our residents. Check out our calendar insert or phone the HFC Activities Desk at 863-595-1562. New residents…don’t forget to sign up for the New Resident Social at the HFC on Friday, March 11th at 2 PM. Learn from our leaders at Lake Ashton while you enjoy refreshments and meet good neighbors. See you there! Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Public Works, Special Projects Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Transportation System, Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 10

GAME ROOM REMINDERS With card tables, poker tables, and billiard tables available for use in the Game Room, anyone booking a reservation in the Clubhouse Game Room should be aware that the room will be available for multiple activities at the same time. For example, if someone has reserved the room to play cards or conduct a meeting, the room will still be available for open play on the billiards tables. If this does not match your needs staff will try their hardest to find a room that will be better suited for what you require. Please contact Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director with any questions or concerns at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457. I ONCE CAUGHT A FISH THIS BIG! When Is the Best Time to Go Fishing? According to almanac.com, the best times to fish are when the fish LARGEST SELECTION OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR FANS ANYWHERE! TRADITIONAL MODERN CONTEMPORAR ANS are naturally most active. The Sun, Moon, tides, and weather all influence fish activity. For example, fish tend to feed more at sunrise and sunset, and also during a full moon (when tides are higher than average). They have also identified March 2-18 as the best days to fish in March, although the avid fisherman (or woman) would say the best day to go fishing is any day ending in the letter "y". Show off your catch! Have someone snap a pic of you or take a selfie with your fish caught in any ponds or lakes in Lake Ashton, along with your name, the lake or pond that it was caught in, as well as the type of fish caught and any measurements you may have (length and/or weight). Remember, any fish caught in Lake Ashton are catch and release. 2022 HOMELESS GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OF POLK COUNTY By Doris Reisinger Ey Decor! Right now so many high school seniors are looking forward to that final day of high school. “What college am I going to?” “What career will I choose?” Or, “Where do I sleep Design Y an Parts & Services Aailable In-Store Warranes Winer Haen 1104A Cypr d SE (Lampligh a) wancityom (863) 299-2777 12 tonight and where will my next meal come from — I have to get a job!” That is a desperate feeling for unattended homeless graduating seniors. Your donations of money or gift cards can help out with that helpless feeling — any amount. There also will be a CONGRATULATIONS banner in the Clubhouse to sign with your good wishes. (No donations necessary). Plan on attending Vickie Griffiths presentation, who heads this program for Polk County Schools, on March 28 at Monday Coffee. Drop any donations at either Activities Desk or contact Doris at miker0343@yahoo.com or 217-652-6636. 13

JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be f o u n d a t l a k e a s h t o n c d d . c o m o r lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Questions regarding these policies can be directed to LACDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LAIICDD Community Director Mary Bosman, (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). HOURS: Hours of operation, including holiday schedules, for Amenities Facilities are established and published by the Amenity Manager(s), and such hours are subject to change at the discretion of the Amenity Manager. EMERGENCIES: After contacting 911 (if required), all emergencies and injuries must be reported to the gate attendant service (Thompson Nursery Road phone number 863 - 324 - 7290 , CR 653 phone numbe r 863-318-0237) or Amenity Manager (phone number Clubhouse 863-324-5457 or Community Center 863-595-1562) and to the office of the District Manager (phone number 407-841-5524). If immediate attention to the facilities is required and the Amenity Manager is not present, please contact one of the gate attendants employed by the District. SIGNAGE: All Political Issue and Commercial Purpose signs outside Amenity Facility buildings are strictly prohibited. All other signs need the approval of an Amenity Manager. GOLF CARTS: 1. Golf Cart operations within the Districts shall abide by all applicable provisions of this Policy, Florida Statutes, as amended, and local ordinances and regulations, including, but not limited to, compliance with Chapters 316 and 320, Florida Statutes, all traffic control devices, local traffic laws, and the City of Winter Haven’s Ordinance Sec. 18-155. 2. All Golf Carts used on or within the Amenities, including but not limited to the Golf Course and the Pathways/Bridges, must be registered at LAII $7,495 995 14 CDD’s Health and Fitness Center. Registration includes acknowledgement of these Policies, including specifically but not limited to this Section X. - GOLF CARTS and Section XII. (USE AT OWN RISK; INDEMNIFICATION) and displaying the appropriate Golf Cart decal when operating a Golf Cart within or on the Amenities. If the decal is not properly displayed, the Golf Cart operator will be asked to leave the Amenity. 3. Safety Recommendations: the Districts recommends all owners and/or operators of Golf Carts used on or within the Amenities abide by the following safety recommendations: i. Use extreme caution when traveling on Pathways/Bridges, especially if within the Golf Course when golf is being played; ii. The Districts recommend Golf Cart owners obtain liability insurance insuring against personal injury and damage to property with limits of at least $300,000; iii. Equip Golf Cart with efficient brakes, reliable steering apparatus, safe tires, a rearview mirror, and red reflectorized warning devices in both the front and rear. iv. Regularly check Golf Cart for safe operation of brakes, lights, steering, turn signals, and tires. v. Make sure batteries are charged to good operating levels. vi. When passing or approaching another Golf Cart on a path, one Golf Cart should move to the side toward the Amenity property to allow the other cart to pass. Under no circumstances should passing Golf Carts drive onto private property. vii. Passengers and drivers should keep all body parts inside the Golf Cart while it is in motion; viii. Passengers should have both feet planted firmly on the floor while the Golf Cart is moving; ix. Passengers should sit with their right hip against the right arm of the seat; x. Passengers should be aware of traffic conditions. A sharp, unexpected turn can throw a rider from the Golf Cart. On turns and fast straightaways, passengers should use their right hand to grasp the right arm of the seat. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 15 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer Hooded Mergansers are a fairly common winter resident of Lake Ashton. Small flocks can be seen fishing on the retention ponds of the West Course. They dive for and enjoy the fish, crustaceans and aquatic insects the retention ponds have to offer. The male is breathtaking in its garb that rivals even the Wood Duck. With a large white fan-shaped head patch it is a species that does not go unnoticed. The drake raises its crest when it wants to impress the ladies. The females and juveniles sport the same shape and are brownish overall. These are diving ducks in the Merganser family. All Mergansers are diving ducks that have long, thin, serrated bills to help them catch their prey. North America has three Merganser species and Lake Ashton is fortunate to have the smallest and perhaps most beautiful of these three, the Hoodies at Lake Ashton each winter. LIVING WITH WILDLIFE There are many types of wildlife at Lake Ashton. During the spring many young animals, including sandhill cranes (also called colts), are seen roaming around Lake Ashton. At times residents may see a baby on its own and think it has been orphaned by its parents. Generally, if you find a baby animal it is best to leave it alone. Rarely are animals actually orphaned; the parent may be searching for food or observing its young from a distance. Do not pick up baby animals or remove them from their natural environment. Instead, report wildlife you think may be injured or orphaned to the nearest FWC Regional Office at 863-648-3200. Removing the baby could be dangerous for the baby as well as the person removing. Reference https:// myfwc.com/conservation/you-conserve/wildlife/ injured-orphaned/ While some residents may think it is innocent to throw some pieces of old bread in their back yard to feed the birds or maybe in a pond to feed the ducks; it is illegal to feed wildlife and can create an unfavorable situation. Species with rules related to feeding include bears, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, pelicans, alligators, crocodiles, and sandhill cranes. Feeding wildlife can reduce their fear of humans which may result in aggression and the need for the animal to be removed or killed in order to protect public safety. Why is feeding cranes prohibited? • Cranes fed by humans can become aggressive toward people. In several instances, children have been attacked by cranes. • Cranes also have been known to damage window screens and do other property damage such as scratching at windows. • Cranes attracted to people's yards for feed are put at risk as they walk across roads. Many sandhill cranes are killed each year on Florida roads. • The cranes' diets, which normally are quite diverse, are disrupted when they eat one food item (such as corn), consistently. • Heavy pesticide use in urban lawns also is of concern. Young sandhill cranes have died from pesticide poisoning. 16 People may inadvertently put sandhill cranes at risk when they attract them with feed. This includes accidental feeding, such as when bird seed is spilled from bird feeders onto the ground below. In 2002, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission made it illegal to intentionally feed sandhill cranes (Florida Administrative Code 68A-4.001(6)). It's never a good idea to feed wildlife. Florida sandhill cranes have an abundance of natural foods (insects and small animals) and they do not need handouts from humans. Reference https://myfwc.com/ conservation/you-conserve/wildlife/sandhillcranes/ WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 17 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 2021 Best Of HAVEN

AQUATIC EDUCATION CORNER Why does my pond smell? The bad odor you notice typically comes from one of three sources: rotting organic matter, water turnover or certain types of algae. Ponds with stagnant, poorly oxygenated water develop into temperature layers. Decaying organic matter settles on the bottom of the pond where there is little oxygen, thus slowing the breakdown process and producing odor. Windy cooler weather or heavy rain storms can cause a pond to mix, which brings the bad water to the surface. MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF LAKE WALES APRI L 5 The Regular Municipal Election for the City of Lake Wales will be held Tuesday, April 5. Voter registration deadline is March 7. There are two seats up for election: Seat 1, At-Large currently held by Mayor Eugene Fultz and Seat 4, District 27 currently held by Jack Hilligoss. Lake Ashton residents living in Lake Wales can vote in person in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Election Day or contact the Supervisor of Elections at 863.534.5888 to request an absentee ballot. The polls are open from 7 am to 7 pm. To find out more, please contact the City of Lake Wales City Clerk at 863.678,4182, or visit polkelections.com for a sample ballot. Due to elections there will be no activities in the Ballroom and no movies shown on this day. The Activities Desk will remain open from 9 am - 5 pm. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 18 www.jimsfloordepot.com * *special extended until 3/31/22

SAFETY CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH FORUM AT MONDAY COFFEE By Fay Wood, NW Chief March will boast not just one, but two, very special safety presentations at Monday Coffee! The Neighborhood Watch Leadership Team will present what is happening in and out of Lake Ashton and throughout Lake Wales and Winter Haven on March 7 at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Special guests include the Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Chiefs, CAP (Citizens Assisted Patrol) Team members, and other NW Partners. If you have specific questions to be answered, email them to fswperson@aol.com and these will become the questions of priority during the meeting. If time permits the Q&A will be opened to the audience.                                               Then, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will be the featured speaker at Monday Coffee on March 14! You won't want to miss these two special presentations — everyone is invited to attend and learn more about how to wor k together to keep this beautiful community safe and crime free all year long! All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. 20

MOVIES ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 The following films have all garnered nominations for the 94th Academy Awards ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. After you catch up on viewing these nominees, don’t forget to attend Lake Ashton’s Oscars Watch Party on March 27 in the Clubhouse Ballroom! See page 27 for ticketing and more information. MARCH 1 — 3 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM (No 3 or 7 pm movies on March 1 and March 3) KING RICHARD 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 25min Richard Williams is an undeterred father instrumental in raising two of the most extraordinarily gifted athletes of all time, who will end up changing the sport of tennis forever. Driven by a clear vision of their future and using unconventional methods, Richard has a plan that will take Venus and Serena Williams from the streets of Compton, California to the global stage as legendary icons. MARCH 8 — 10 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM BEING THE RICARDOS 2021 | R | 2h 5min Lucille Ball (Nicole Kidman) and Desi Arnaz (Javier Bardem) are threatened by shocking personal accusations, a political smear and cultural taboos in this behind-the-scenes drama Being the Ricardos. A revealing glimpse of the couple's 22 22 complex romantic and professional relationship, the film takes audiences into the writers' room, onto the soundstage and behind closed doors with Ball and Arnaz during one critical production week of their groundbreaking sitcom "I Love Lucy.” MARCH 15 — 17 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM BELFAST 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 37min From writer-director Kenneth B r anagh come s t h i s s emi - autobiographical drama inspired by his childhood growing up in Belfast, Northern Ireland, amid the turbulence of the late 1960s and the time of the Troubles. Stars Caitriona Balfe, Judi Dench, Jamie Dornan, Ciarán Hinds, and more. MARCH 22 — 24 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM HOUSE OF GUCCI 2021 | R | 2h 37min Inspired by the true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a spiral of betrayal, decadence, and murder. Stars Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Jeremy Irons, Al Pacino, Salma Hayek, Jack Huston, and more. MARCH 29 — 31 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM WEST SIDE STORY 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 36min A star-studded creative team — i n c l ud i ng d i r e c t o r S t e v en Spielberg — puts a fresh spin on the timeless tale of ill-fated lovers Maria and Tony, set among rival teenage street gangs in 1950s New York City. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC), 3 PM, & 7 PM MARCH 4 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM NIGHTMARE ALLEY 2021 | R | 2h 30min When charismatic but down-on-hisluck Stanton Carlisle (Bradley Cooper) endears himself to clairvoyant Zeena (Toni Collette) and her has-been mentalist husband Pete (David Strathairn) at a traveling carnival, he crafts a golden ticket to success, using this newly acquired knowledge to grift the wealthy elite of 1940s New York society. With the virtuous Molly (Rooney Mara) loyally by his side, Stanton plots to con a dangerous tycoon (Richard Jenkins) with the aid of a mysterious psychiatrist (Cate Blanchett) who might be his most formidable opponent yet. MARCH 11 11 AM (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWING) CODA 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 51min As the sole hearing person in her family, 17-year-old Ruby plays a vital role in keeping their fishing business afloat. But when she discovers a passion for singing, she's pulled in directions that may take her away from her parents and brother. MARCH 18 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH 2021 | R | 1h 45min Joel Coen's bold and fierce adaptation of "Macbeth," a tale of murder, madness, ambition, and wrathful cunning stars Denzel Washington as the titular character and Frances McDormand as his cutthroat wife. 23 MARCH 25 11 AM, 3 PM & 7 PM ENCANTO 2022 | PG | 1h 30min Young Mirabel lives in a magical Colombian place known as an Encanto, which has given everyone in her clan a special power — except Mirabel. But when she learns the magic of Encanto is in jeopardy, she sets out to save her family and their home.

EVENTS 2022 QUILT SHOW By Marsha Martin What a wonderful turnout the Creative Quilters had for their quilt show. Over 300 people came through the Ballroom doors to enjoy the beautiful quilts and other items on display. Raffle tickets were on sale for a king size quilt made by JoAnne Malcolm and the response was fantastic! A whopping $1,113 was raised for the purchase of material for the Blankets of Love Lake Ashton (BOLLA). The winner, Tyrena, was from Tower Rock and had visited the show earlier in the day. Sew What, BOLLA, and The Art of Beading had displays set up which added more things for the people to enjoy. The Creative Quilters thank all the many volunteers who helped to set up the show and make it successful! Creative Quilters meets every Tuesday from 1 to 3 pm at The HFC in the craft room. Call Marsha Martin at 406-788-8087 for more info. BOLLA THANKS THE QUI LTER’ S GROUP By Pat Neaves The Quilt Show held last month was enjoyed by many residents. The quilt raffle raised over $1,000, all donated to buy material for Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton (BOLLA). This group also donates one Saturday every month creating blanket tops for BOLLA. Their support means so much to the children in Polk County. The BOLLA members are grateful for their help which reaches over 1,000 children every year. They are one reason Lake Ashton a special place to call home! 21ST BIRTHDAY WEEK The weeklong celebration in January commemorating the 21st birthday of Lake Ashton was an absolute blast! Pictured above is the Group Photo, as well as some of the residents who brought their own chairs down to the parking lot to enjoy music, games, concession stand snacks and drinks, and camaraderie. 24 THE 2022 ULTIMATE GOLF CART CHALLENGE 12 teams raced against each other while completing tasks along the way (just like TV’s Amazing Race). The winning team, “The Weakest Link,” finished the course in just under two hours. The top two teams won gift cards to Ashton Tap & Grill. Pictured at left are Sally Wright, Jerry Wright, John Barnes, and Mary Barnes, who made up the first place team, The Weakest Link. Norm Stebbins and Jan Stebbins, at right, of Stormin, took second place. 2022 FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW The 14th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will be on display in the Clubhouse Ballroom on March 19 from 12:30 to 4 pm. Attendance is free and refreshments will be provided. A big thank you to the show’s sponsors, The Tessier Law Firm, P.A., Snowbird Heating & Cooling, Inc., Boyett Family Dentistry, The Gallery & Frame Shop, Kevin Weltlin State Farm Agency, and Springer-Peterson. OSCARS WATCH PARTY So, you didn’t score an invite to this year’s Academy Awards, but you can get tickets for the exclusive Oscar’s Watch Party at the Clubhouse on March 27 at 7 pm! Walk the red carpet while getting photographed by the paparazzi, just like a true Hollywood star. Watch the glitz and glamour of your favorite actors and actresses on the big screen while and be sure to try out the event’s featured cocktail, The Red Carpet at the cash bar. Make your predictions of who will win the Oscar with ballots provided at your tables. Don’t worry about those commercial breaks, a star-studded cast of your very own friends and neighbors will be taking the stage to showcase their talents! And of course, the night wouldn’t be complete without our very own Host, Marlon Nettleton! This is a night you surely won’t want to miss, stop by the Clubhouse Box Office (Activities Desk) on Wednesday, March 2 to get your free ticket to the Oscars Watch Party! MARCH MADNESS Stop by the HFC to check out the March Madness Cornhole Tournament March 4 at 9 am. Thanks to Weaver & Loveless Law for sponsoring this event. Prizes will be awarded: $75 for 1st place, $50 for 2nd place, and $25 for third place. ST. PATRICK’S DAY DANCE Embrace your “inner green” March 18 at 7 pm & have a blast with friends & loved ones at the HFC! 25

RELAY FOR LIFE By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars are selling luminary bags and tea lights for a minimum donation of $10 at both Activities Desks. Decorate the bag to remember a family member or friend you have lost to cancer or someone still fighting this disease. Return the bags to any LA Purple Stars member or Activities Desk by March 14. Residents are invited to join the Walk for a Cure at 6 pm on March 18 in the Clubhouse West parking lot to walk around the pavilion and end back at the Clubhouse circle to view all the luminary bags. Any questions call David Harrison 863-326-6418. HAPPY HOUR KARAOKE Who doesn’t love happy hour and to add a little more fun to some karaoke? Come sing along to songs you and your friends enjoy, with your favorite DJ, Wayne Morse on March 25 at 7 pm at the HFC. PASSOVER SEDER By David Harrison The Jewish Community of Lake Ashton would like to extend an invitation to come and share a Passover Seder at the Eagle's Nest on Friday, April 15 at 4:45 p.m. A wonderful menu of garden salad, choice of pot roast or 1/4 roasted chicken, glazed carrots and roasted potatoes will be served. Coffee and iced tea are included for only $22/person. Matzoh, ceremonial kosher wine and dessert will be provided for each guest. Make an entree choice when signing up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk no later than April 9. Make checks payable to David Harrison. Call 863-326-6418 with any questions. TV TRIVIA Who said watching all that TV will do you no good? It could help you win at this month’s trivia night! Show how much you (and your teammates) know 26 from all that time in front of the tube at TV Trivia on April 27 at 6:30 pm. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. No more than eight people to a team. March is National Crafting Month! A resident crafter or crafting group will be highlighted throughout the month. Each crafter or group will host a class teaching how to make a specific craft. Take a look at the list below to see what exciting classes to sign up for at the Clubhouse Activities Desk! Prices include all the materials required to make the craft. Wednesday, March 2 at 10 am – Create beautiful handmade cards with resident crafter Donna Rorick for $10/person, limited to 24 people. Tuesday, March 15 at 10 am – Resident crafter Jill Groves will be teaching how to make gorgeous wire-wrapped creations for $10/person. Tuesday, March 22 at 10 am – Learn how to paint your own decorative rocks with the LA Rockers for $2/person. Wednesday, March 30 at 10 am – Make your own fashionable eyeglasses holder that can double as a necklace with The Art of Beading for $2/person. 2022 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES & FEATURED SHOW TICKET SALES Individual tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk while supplies last (one per resident). Individual Ticket Prices: 5 pm Regular $21 | Premium: $26 8 pm Regular $26 | Premium $31 each March 11: JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS PRESENT A ROCKABILLY HOEDOWN, featuring the early music of Elvis, Johnny Cash, and other classic country hits. PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE — MARCH 30: BAD MOON RISING - A CCR TRIBUTE: Bad Moon Rising will take you back to the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and their memorable songs encompassing roots, swamp, and blues Southern rock. Featured Shows — 7 pm Showtimes: Premium Tickets: $25 Regular Tickets: $20 April 14: KAZUAL will captivate your rhythmic senses by blending harmonious sound with their intoxicating vocals and dancing on April 14! April 22: Travel back in time to the ‘60s with the PAISLEY CRAZE FLOWER POWER SPRING SHOW, a five-piece band playing the hits of the decade. May 6: JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS will pay tribute to veterans with STARS & STRIPES, a stirring evening of patriotic music, comedy, performance and spectacle. TIME AFTER TIME By Karen Nelson The LA Community Showcase, TIME AFTER TIME, will have opening night on Friday, April 8 at 7:30 pm. The matinee is Saturday, April 9 at 1:30 pm and will have a longer intermission than the two evening shows. Closing night is Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 pm. Residents must bring their 2020 Catch & Release tickets to the Clubhouse Ballroom on the following dates to exchange for the same seats in 2022: March 1 from 10 am to noon, and March 2 — 4 starting at 9 am. Any 2020 tickets not exchanged by end of day on March 4 will be forfeited. Public ticket sales begin at 8 am on March 8 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. SAVE THE DATE: MAY 20: '80S PARTY IN THE CLUBHOUSE 27

GOLF LAMGA By Paul Fichtman February was another successful month for the LAMGA. We had very strong participation from our members throughout the month. Membership is growing fast with 163 members as of this writing. You can still join the LAMGA at any time during the season by filling out an application and turning it in to the Pro Shop. At only $25 per year, the LAMGA offers different games with Pro Shop credit prizes each Wednesday and includes numerous special events and luncheons throughout the year. We are looking forward to an exciting March featuring the Member/Guest tournament, which is the highlight of our season, on March 10th, 11th and 12th. We want to send special thanks to our “super” sponsors: Art’s Carts; Amerity Financial – Burris Warner; Chris Bruser – Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage Specialist; Red Hoagland Hyundai; and Snowbird Heating and Cooling. These great sponsors go over the top every year sponsoring special events at the tournament. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of end of January is comprised of Brian Peck - $23.00; Pat O’Neal - $23.00; Bob Dupuis - $22.00; Doug Dudeck $19.60; and Bob Plummer - $19.50. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge is a 10 month contest, ending on October 31st. The top four money winners for the year will win $80, $60, $40 & $20, respectively in Pro Shop credits. Thanks to Red Hoagland Hyundai for sponsoring this very popular contest. March’s schedule is comprised of: March 2nd –Pick Your Partner, Best Gross and Best Net; March 9th – Individual Quota Points (Guests for Member-Guest Event are invited to play); March 10th thru 12th - Member-Guest Tournament; March 24th – Best 3 Nets; March 29th & 30th – LALGA/LAMGA Joint Event, Day 1 – 18 Hole Scramble, Day 2 – 18 Hole Shamble. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The Member-Member Golf Tournament was the highlight of February. The “Be My Birdie Buddie” tournament was met with lots of fun and laughter. The outfits were equally as entertaining. A very special shout out to Patti Panone and her commi t tee for an out s tandi ng two-day tournament. And as always, Vicki and the Nest never disappoint. Congratulations to all the winners. March 1st will start the Ashton Cup. Good luck to everyone who plays. Let’s all pray for nice weather. This month the Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the past tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: Dr. George Butz D.D.S., Drubs Dread Golf, Ductz Air Duct, Dunkin Donuts, Dyer Kia, Eaglebrooke Golf Club, EdCredible, Edward Jones, EGL Financial, Elegant Jewelers, Escape Room Eagle Ridge Mall, Explore Learning, Family Fun Center Lakeland, Farris & Foster Chocolates, Fire Restaurant, Fish City Grill Lakeside Village, Florida Aquarium, Florida’s Natural, Forni Dental, Gatorland, Gessler Clinic, Golden Nails, Golf Stuff, Golf, Etc., Gourmet Goodies Bake Shop, Greenlefe Golf Club, Greg Coffin, Griner’s Jewelry, Gross Embroidery and Sign Shop, The Groutsmith and HN Nail Spa. The following four women are the top money winners to date for The Red Hoagland Challenge: 1st Place - Liz Leigh $89.75; 2nd Place - Patty Zakrajsek $82.85, 3rd Place - Lisa Kennedy $81.50 and 4th Place - Carol Williams $77.85. Meet Terese Utting Terese Utting prefers to be called “T.” Originally from Michigan, T retired from UPS after 30 years of service. She and Larry, her husband since 1995, have a Shih Tzu named Mishka, who is their pride and joy. T has been golfing since she was a teenager as her parents were golfers. (continued on page 30)

(continued from page 28) She has been playing in a league for the last seven years and is very proud of her “Hole in One.” T and Larry moved to Lake Ashton in December because of the safety of the gated community and, of course, because of the two beautiful and challenging golf courses. She enjoys working out “boot camp style” and bike riding. When asked about the LALGA she said, “What’s not to like? Everyone is really nice.” Welcome, T! We’re happy you’re here. LA NINERS By Diane Struble Rain, rain, go away! The cold, wet weather forced the cancellation of day two of the Niners/Blueman Tournament and a day of league play. However, the Niners are looking forward to sunny skies and warmer temperatures as they welcome four new members giving a total of 91 members! February 21 and 22 was member/member two-day tournament with a delicious lunch by Vicki and her Eagle's Nest crew on the second day. WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 30 The month of March hosts some interesting yet fun games: a Las Vegas Scramble, Step Aside Scramble, and a Throw Out. Lots of laughter is a guarantee for these days! Here are a few tips that will help speed up play without any negative effects on your game. • Play "Ready Golf" • Always carry a spare ball in your pocket. • Decide what club to use before going to your ball. If undecided, take an additional club - this avoids making additional trips back to your cart. • Line up your putt before it's your turn so you are ready to putt. • Always record your score (and your teammate's) at the next tee. Never record your score at the green. There will be two open board positions in April, Vice President and Secretary. If anyone is interested or has any questions about the Niners, please contact Karen Ferrande at 207-451-0143. Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Best deal this year with Brad Brad is the most courteous, polite and so knowledgeable about Winter Haven real estate. He is fair in his advice to both the buyer and seller, no matter which side he is working with. Brokers love working with him. Brad believes the best deal is when both parties walk away from the table happy with the final signed deal. Brad is the kindest man we have ever met and share this with all our friends that are looking to move to the area or even upgrade or change homes. If you want the home of your dreams with a great purchase experience, just give Brad a call. Sophia & Michael Brennan 21 November 2021 Verified by RateMyAgent Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission 31

CLUBS LA BELLES by Rose Crognale The LA Belles March luncheon will be held on March 30 at 12:30 pm at L’Incontro Italian Restaurant, 35 St Rd 60 W, Lake Wales. Everyone will make their own selections from the menu with individual billing. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by 9 am on March 28 to secure your reservation. The new Board Members will be introduced and future luncheons will be discussed. Dues of $5 will be collected at this luncheon for those that have not yet paid. If you have any questions, please contact Rose Crognale at 856-217-6676 (out of touch until March 5). We hope to see everyone there. CLUBS, GROUPS, & ORGANI ZATIONS INFO: It is exciting to see so many residents enjoying the amenities and staff wants to ensure all residents have an equal opportunity to book a room for a new activity or join one of the groups that currently meet at the Clubhouse and HFC. Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Activities Desk in the building that the group currently meets in to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the group they are looking to join. When booking a standing reservation, facilitators will need to indicate if prior registration will be required for residents to join the club, group or organization, or if it is open to residents to join without registering with the facilitator. In keeping with the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies, there are no personal “standing” weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Clubs, groups, and organizations may make “standing” reservations. To be considered a club, group or organization the criteria outlined in the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy regarding this subject must be met in its entirety. Please contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457, or LAII (WH) CDD Community Director Mary Bosman at mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com or 863-595-1562 with any questions or concerns. 32 CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock Last month's activities included a very informative presentation by Reinier Munguia featuring his photo safari trip to Kenya. The club also enjoyed a day on the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes with Living Waters Boat Cruises. At this month's meeting on March 14, Cindy and Ed Boose return to share their new presentation "Living Waters". They have photographed and taken drone videos of well over 100 waterfalls from Idaho to Georgia. They will also share the techniques that were used. If you are interested in this month's topic or would like to learn more about what we do, you are welcome to attend. Meetings are the second Monday of each month at 10:30 in the Cinema. Membership is open to all residents who share a love of photography. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting March 3 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. Masks are recommended. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The March speaker is Sarah Fortney, Polk County School Board member. Sarah has served as a science teacher for more than 33 years and has long advocated for public education. For more information, please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA WRECKING CREW AUDITIONS By Jim Mecsics Lake Ashton’s LA Wrecking Crew band is holding auditions for keyboard player and lead guitarist. The group is a rock and roll band who specializing in ’50s, ‘60s and ’70s music. If you are interested in auditioning, please contact Jim Mecsics at mecsicsj@msn.com or 703-282-9714, or Joe Jusaites at jjusaites@yahoo.com. 2022 BOCCE BALL COMMUNITY PLAY Meet on the Bocce Courts Wednesdays at 10:30 am for Community Play. The mornings are for anyone who wants a few hours of good times, lots of Bocce and help improving your game. There will be league players there for guidance. If this is your first time playing at Lake Ashton, please call Linda and Carl Boast at 540-297-7336 for an introductory lesson. Leave a message if there is no answer. LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club met February 9 and discussed numerous upcoming projects. Many members provided insightful suggestions on making the HFC pool area more inviting. The Garden Club was approached by individuals who frequent the pool and asked for help. Club members voted supporting this project. Members who were interested signed up to help either implement or maintain the plantings. The interested group members will be called and hopefully it can be started soon. Also, continual discussion continues for updating plants around the pavilion at the Clubhouse. After the meeting agenda, members learned to use succulents and air plants to create a lasting visual accent in any potted plant. Laminated bookmarks were returned to members from the January meeting. The Club's next meeting is March 9 at 10 am in the Pavilion. Hopefully, it'll be time spent to finalize or implement plants for the HFC pool area and other upcoming projects. New members are always welcomed. National Gardening Day is on April 14 this year. Please come join in on celebration at the Pavilion from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. It's free and no green thumbs needed! GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl Come join the Genealogy Club to find your ancestors and enjoy the company of some of your LA neighbors who have this similar interest. The 33 next meeting is March 9 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Bring your questions, ancestor stories and digital devices if you’d like. For more information, call Jane at 815-545-6655. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Annie Lutz Calling all Disney Fans! The Magic Years Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is March 1 at 7 am in the HFC Poker Room. The Magic Years Club is open to all Lake Ashton residents who enjoy learning about and going to Disney World. Not all activities require park tickets. Monthly events are beginning to be scheduled, so please come to the meeting for more information. There are quite a few new members, and veteran members are always available to help with any questions you have. Events for the coming months will be discussed at the meeting, so bring a check or $10 per person to reserve your spot. Contact Annie Lutz or Joan Enslen if you have any questions. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will hold their monthly meeting at the Clubhouse March 23. Social time begins at 3:30 pm and the meeting starts at 4. The theme of this month’s meeting is the “Future of Lake Wales.” Several local candidates will join in and share their ideas. For more information, contact Brenda Bush-Sayre, 813-313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In February, the group of over 20 discussed several planned outings and get togethers. Plans were discussed for lunch at Harry’s Old Place. (continued on page 34)

(continued from page 33) It was agreed to rename the monthly wine tasting to the Monthly Mingle. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on March 6. The picture above is of the group who had lunch at the Jacaranda Hotel. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Unfortunately, due to Omicron, several in person meetings of LA Rockers had to be canceled. Despite this, the dedicated LA Rockers have still been painting up a storm. Welcome Rocks are always needed and are such a good way to make new residents feel right at home. Kindness Rocks are being hidden all around Lake Ashton — the group’s mission is to spread happiness and joy throughout the Lake Ashton community. It is believed that a message (painted on a rock) received at just the right moment can change someone's entire day, outlook, and life. In addition, there have been several online challenges and Easter Rocks are being collected to be distributed to the residents and staff of Waters Edge Nursing in Winter Haven. Hopefully in person meetings will be able to take place throughout March. If so, come to the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm to meet a great group of people and learn to paint rocks. You don't have to be a talented painter — just pick up a small rock, paint a background, write a message, and hide it for someone else to find. It doesn't cost anything to try this since there is no need for first timers to make a huge investment for supplies - you can borrow what you need. Please join the group at the upcoming meetings that will be held on March 9 and 23. To attend, join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact either MJ Richards (mjmrichards517@gmail.com) or Alice Mayer (aamayer1@gmail.com) to let them know you are coming. Last minute meeting cancellations are posted on the LA Rockers Facebook page, so if in doubt, check before you come. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves Please note that the new date for the March meeting is March 9 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom near the stage. At the January meeting a committee was created to research various charities that support our veterans and will report their findings at the March meeting. The charities to be discussed are: Hearts and Homes for Veterans, Canines for Patriots, Soldiers Freedom Outdoors and Liberty Manor for Veterans, LLC. Each of these charities support veterans in unique ways. A second committee was created to Brainstorm ideas for various fundraising events. They too will give a report on their findings. Hope to see you there! SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 Craft Show is right around the corner. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 22. Crafters are needed! You can reserve a table for $50 to display your handcrafted items. Call Joan at 239-851-7899. God Bless The Military! 34 LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION (LAPA) By Becky Wilson The Annual Meeting and potluck dinner for the LAPA was held January 25 at the HFC. A nice turnout of members, all bearing superb dishes of food, made for an enjoyable and productive evening. Officer Elections were held with the following results – Calvin Eakins, President; Chuck Caesar, VicePresident; Lisa Savala, Treasurer; Becky Wilson, Secretary. LAPA is an active Club created to help the growing numbers of Pickleball Players! More and more are playing and LAPA helps with court scheduling, Men’s and Women’s teams, instruction for new learners, and promoting a welcome and friendly atmosphere. Stop by and watch or grab your paddle and come on out! LA PICKLEBALL DAMES WIN CHAMPIONSHIP! By Marilyn Noffsinger The Lake Ashton Pickleball Dames (LAPD) beat Tanglewood in the finals of the South Central Florida Pickleball League (SCFPL) end of season tournament held at Tanglewood February 19. This is the first year the LAPD has won the title! Other teams participating were Del Webb, Lake Wales, Highlands Ridge, and Sun ’n’ Lake. LA Team Members playing were: Jackie Tanner, Deb Louder, Marilyn Noffsinger, Dianne Holman, Carmen Woodlief, Kristine Nelson, Lisa Savala, Becky Wilson, Lin Jones, and Donna Kavitsky. Other members playing during the season were: Sandy Alford, Teresa Caesar, Margi Smoller, Linda Boast, Sue Fitzgerald. The championship banner will be on display at the Pickleball courts. 35

MIND&BODY LAKE ASHTON CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES ( LACES) On March 30 at 1 pm in the Ballroom, residents wil l have t he opportunity to try fibery, fun food (yes those two wor ds go together), learn about the types of fiber and what it can do for them, how to get the benefits without discomfort, and easy ways to add fiber to their day. Please be sure to sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Information Wall for this fun and interactive presentation hosted by University of Florida/IFAS Extension Polk County. Save the Date: April 20 - Water Conservation and How You Can Help! with University of Florida/IFAS Extension Polk County EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY! Explore the medium of water color with guest artist Freddie Combs. Join a day long workshops in water color techniques on March 18 at the HFC. For registration, supply list and information, contact the HFC Activities Desk (863- 595-1562 or kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com). BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr March 12 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Ocean Sunrise Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. 36 ONSPOT DERMATOLOGY On Spot Dermatology will return to Lake Ashton on March 25. OnSpot is a mobile, full-service dermatology practice with 4 full examination rooms that will be located in the HFC parking lot. They provide skin cancer screenings, MOHS surgery, biopsies, liquid nitrogen and mole removals, cosmetic dermatology, and more. They accept all major insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. Keep a lookout for a blast that will be sent out with how to set up an appointment and much more. MEMORY AND BALANCE Come to the HFC on March 15 at 1 pm to hear a pair of experts discusses the best ways to help with your memory, and share with you the new VSTbalance machine which asses your balance, gait, and function. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald, certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held Saturdays from 3 to 3:45 pm in the HFC Indoor Pool. Ladies and gentlemen are welcome! There is no signup required and the class is free! FIVE WISHES Join Cornerstone Hospice on Tuesday, April 19 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom for the Five Wishes class. This presentation goes through the Five Wishes document which is an easy-to-use legal advance directive document written in everyday language. It helps all adults, regardless of age or health, to consider and document how they want to be cared for at the end of life. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 37

TAP JAMMERS ! Facilitator: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays at 10 am in the HFC Sport Court This is not for the beginner level tap dancer. DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays at 1 pm in the HFC COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am Intermediate: Tuesdays at 8:10 pm, Thursdays at 10:10 am Clubhouse Ballroom LA DANCE CLASSES: FOXTROT Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) FOXTROT is an elegant and smooth moving dance. Classes are held Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center on March 7. 14, 21, 28. Classes are FREE and no partner needed! WOMEN’ S BIBLE STUDY Facilitator: Louise Gilla (863-514-4015) Wednesday mornings, 10 to 11:45 am HFC Community Center MEN’S BIBLE STUDY Facilitators: Bob Ring (734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com) and Jim Brendemuehl, (815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com) Tuesdays from 10 to noon at the HFC and also via Zoom 38 CREATE A CARD Create your own lovely greeting cards on March 15 as a guest expert provides instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and in the Community Center at 1 pm. The cost of each class is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Attendees must not wear black soled shoes. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join for creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 for more detail. FUSED GLASS CLASS Your opportunity to create unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry will happen April 12 at 10 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. For $40, you will learn how to create beautiful works of wearable art by layering art glass and fusing the glass in a kiln. Each student will make two of the following choices: pendant, pin, or pair of earrings. Included is an introduction to glass fusing in a kiln, instructions on glass cutting, and equipment usage. The remainder of the class is spent choosing and layering glass. Jill will take your creation to her home and after fusing the glass in her kiln, she will apply bails, earring wires, posts, or pins to finish your jewelry which will be available for pickup within one to two weeks. Bring a friend to this fun class! No experience with glass is required for this course. Class size is limited to 20 people, first come first served. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check for $40 made out to Jill Groves. Cost includes all project supplies, use of equipment, kiln firing, and art glass. WOMEN’ S BAS IC SELFDEFENSE CLASS In this class presented by the Polk County Sheriffs Office, ladies will learn basic safety tips and techniques to enable them to escape less than desirable situations. The 2-hour class will be held on April 27 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk.

The Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation Presents THE 2022 COMMUNITY SHOWCASE Friday, April 8 at 7:30 pm Time After Time Saturday, April 9 at 1:30 and 7:30 pm Clubhouse Ballroom NEW TICKETS: $15 REGULAR $20 PREMIUM Your Catch & Release tickets from 2020 MUST be exchanged at the Clubhouse Ballroom March 2-4 between 9 am and 5 pm Any 2020 tickets not exchanged by March 4 will be forfeited. PUBLIC TICKET SALES BEGIN MARCH 8 AT 8 AM

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter February 2022 WATCH THE BIG GAME ON THE BIG SCREEN! see p. 24 Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES March Issue Deadline: Feb. 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill - Edward Pagano, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 FEBRUARY 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Assistant: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom with your friends and neighbors. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! FEBRUARY 7 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: Refuge on the Ridge Featured Vendor: ServPro FEBRUARY 14 Bite Me Monday Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: The Ritz Theatre Featured Vendors: Edward Jones - Matthew Simpson, and Lake Howard Heights and Encompass Home Health will be sponsoring FREE COFFEE AND DONUTS to celebrate Valentine's Day! FEBRUARY 21 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — PRESIDENTS’ DAY Peanut Butter Monday - donations can be dropped off to the Ballroom Kitchen FEBRUARY 28 — NO MONDAY COFFEE — LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING CLUB, GROUP & ORGANIZATION PRESENTATIONS Group Leaders - please reach out to Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like to present your group at an upcoming Monday Coffee! This is a good way to introduce residents to the many activities that make Lake Ashton "Simply the Best". IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 30 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, February 18, 2022 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, February 28 9:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St. AVON PARK More Choices Best Prices... Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation Customize wit hout Compromise! model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 WWW.TURNERFURNITUREONLINE.COM AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 5 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1359 1/22

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 10 am to 8 pm Sunday (Brunch 10 am to 3 pm) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week THE CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21 IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: February 16 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot 1st, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 1 to 3 pm10 am to 3rd Wednesday 2 pm (during Monthly Market) BOOKMOBILE February 9 & 23, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) 6 - John and Lisa Savala NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on March 11 at 2 pm at the HFC. Please sign up at either Activities Desk, or on the online signup form sent out via email blast. Thank you to all to helped celebrate Lisa's 60th birthday and make it such a success. Thanks for the cards, gifts, balloons and flowers, but mostly thank you for your presence. Special thanks to Ron and Arlene Torakis, Carl and Linda Boast and Vern and Amy Frahm for their efforts in putting it all together. CLERICAL SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE CLUBHOUSE AND HFC OFFICES DURING BUSINESS HOURS • Local or toll free fax: $1 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Long distance fax: $2 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Receiving fax: $0.25 per page • Black and white copies on white paper: $0.05 per side (8.5x11) • Black and white copies on colored paper: $0.10 per side (8.5x11) • Color copies: $0.25 per side (8.5x11, white paper)

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Lake Ashton is at peak population and staff is enjoying hearing laughter throughout the Clubhouse as residents welcome back those gone for the winter and others that have not been back to their Lake Ashton home in two years! Residents are enjoying seeing Entertainment Series shows that have been on hold since March 2020 and are excited to get back to some of the activities that are just now starting back. Staff is working hard to ensure a robust activity schedule is available for those who want to get out and enjoy time with friends and neighbors. In this edition of the LA Times, residents will find classes, entertainment shows, themed parties and more to celebrate the season. There is even a special Valentine's Day Dinner at Ashton Tap and Grill on Monday, February 14 from 4 to 8 pm (reservations only). Please remember, hand sanitizer, masks and gloves are always available for residents when attending any event or activity at the Clubhouse. With being at peak population please remember parking can sometimes be difficult when attending certain events. Golf carts should be parked with both wheels touching the curb when in the circular drive. Carpooling is also encouraged to help maximize parking during large events. Additional golf cart parking is available on the basketball court during high attendance events. Please be on the lookout for signage directing residents to this area. Supervisors and staff would like to welcome Debby Landgrebe to the Lake Ashton Board of Supervisors. She was appointed to fill seat 4 at the January 24 Board of Supervisors meeting. The board also approved of the replacement of paver walkway lights on the pathway west of the Clubhouse main entrance and the installation of surge protectors to help prevent future damages. A wrap-up report of additional actions taken at the meeting was sent out on January 26. The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Monday, February 28 at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu $38/person, Reservations Required Amuse Bouche Pan Seared Sea Scallop with Chorizo First Course Sherried Shrimp Bisque or Winter Greens with Fresh Raspberries & Champagne Vinaigrette Entrée Grilled Filet Mignon with Cabernet Demi Glace, Au Gratin Potatoes & Asparagus or Horseradish Potato Crusted Salmon Filet with Pink Champagne Butter Sauce & Asparagus Dessert Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse in White Chocolate Cup Glass of Champagne 8 260-820-0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863-875-9228 or 732-718-7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704-302-6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863-949-0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room Debby Landgrebe, Assistant Secretary 863-268-8193, dlandgrebe@lakeashtoncdd.com

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director The LA II Board has been very busy acting on requests of the residents. Some of the areas of discussion include the following: The construction was approved to build a golf cart path connecting Sawgrass and the existing golf cart path. A professional evaluation will be scheduled to evaluate the Pickleball courts and will be reviewed by the LA II Board at a future meeting. Consideration and adoption of a term sheet for the Refunding of the Series 2006 A Bonds and a vote for authorizing staff to prepare the necessary documents for closing occurred. Pet play areas will get a rehabilitation plan developed for future Board funding consideration. A resident funded project was approved for Winged Foot Lane pet play area. The Pebble Beach/Rattlesnake Lake wetland project was discussed. The maintenance agreement failed on a vote pending further discussion. Security was discussed and LA II CDD will have manned security 8 hours daily going forward. Projects that are currently being completed as a result of previous LA II Board approval, include the new recumbent bike in the Fitness Center, new flooring in the Racquetball and Sports Courts, new LED lighting in the HFC, new windscreens and a securing rail have been added to the pickleball courts, electric hand dryers and ADA door openers have been installed in the HFC bathrooms. Also, the HFC and West Gate House have been painted on the exterior along with the front doors to the HFC being refinished. The water volleyball net has been replaced and a new pool stop clock are in place in addition to the entry landscape beds being redone on Ashton Boulevard. At the Joint BOS Meeting, the new rate for the non-resident user fee was voted to be increased to $4,000/annually. This is a safeguard for all residents so that they never pay more than a non-resident to use the Lake Ashton amenities. The Joint Amenity Policy report will be presented at the next Joint BOS meeting on April 18, 2022. Please join us at the HFC for our Valentine Dance on Friday, February 11 and the next LA II Board meeting on Friday, February 18. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary - Budget, Planning 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary - Public Works, Special Projects Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Transportation System, Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 10 11

GAME ROOM REMINDERS With card tables, poker tables, and billiard tables available for use in the Game Room, anyone booking a reservation in the Clubhouse Game Room should be aware that the room will be available for multiple activities at the same time. For example, if someone has reserved the room to play cards or conduct a meeting, the room will still be available for open play on the billiards tables. If this does not match your needs staff will try their hardest to find a room that will be better suited for what you require. Please contact Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director with any questions or concerns at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457. CLUBS, GROUPS, AND ORGANI ZATIONS REMINDERS It is exciting to see so many residents enjoying the amenities and staff wants to ensure all residents have an equal opportunity to book a room for a new activity or join one of the groups that currently meet at the Clubhouse and HFC. Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Activities Desk in the building that the group currently meets in to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the group they are looking to join. When booking a standing reservation, facilitators will need to indicate if prior registration will be required for residents to join the club, group or organization, or if it is open to residents to join without registering with the facilitator. In keeping with the Joint Amenity Facilities Policies, there are no personal “standing” weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Clubs, groups, and organizations may make “standing” reservations. To be considered a club, group or organization the following criteria must be met in its entirety. Any club, group or organization (collectively, “Clubs”) desiring to utilize the Amenity Facilities activities display space, Coffee Meetings, or the LA Times newsletter to promote Club activities must be registered with the Amenity Manager and meet the following criteria: 1. Clubs must be comprised of a minimum of at least five (5) active members; all members must be Residents or Renters/Leaseholders. 2. No Club may be formed, and no activities held within the Amenities Facilities, for commercial or profit-making purposes. 3. The purpose of each Club must be to provide lifestyle-enhancing opportunities to Residents or Renters/Leaseholders and not to effectuate sales of products or services. No one household can profit from the club. Clubs may generate funds through dues and proceeds from Club organized events. If a Club chooses to generate funds, a check-and-balance system must be in place as well as a Club checking account. 4. Club membership and Club activities must be available to all Residents or Renters/Leaseholders. Criteria for Club membership should be governed by the individual club’s by-laws. 5. Rules applying to the formation and admissibility of Clubs may be modified at the discretion of the Boards. 6. Violations of these Policies by any Club may result in the loss of that Club’s privileges within the Amenity Facilities. Please contact LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457, or LAII (WH) CDD Community Director Mary Bosman at mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com or 863-595-1562 with any questions or concerns. 12 MEET THE NEW GM OF ASHTON TAP & GRI LL : EDWARD PAGANO Born in the Bronx and raised in upstate New York, Edward’s family owned a motel which sparked Edward’s interest in service. After moving to Florida, Edward returned to New York to attend culinary school. After school, Edward returned to Florida where he met his wife Shannon and had a son, Nicolas. Edward moved to Kentucky for a five year span that included a position as Dining Service Director at Asbury Theological Seminary as his wife pursued graduate school. Passionate about food and its possibilities, Edward Pagano has been making magic in restaurants for over thirty-five years. Edward graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. After culinary school, working in valued establishments such as the Hemsley Palace, The Algonquin and the Ritz Carlton provided Edward on the job skill for fine dining and management. Edward co-owned a small restaurant in Winter Haven, FL which earned four stars. Additionally, Edward has owned a private chef service and catering company which provided service for events such as the Lakeland Derby two years in a row. Believing his talents and gifts should be shared, Edward uses these gifts and has been involved in feeding many local clubs and churches. IS YOUR DOG A DIGGER? Residents will find clay pots with sand and shovels at the Clubhouse Pet Play Park. These are here to fill holes due to dogs digging. This will help the grass to grow back and prevent tripping hazards. When 13 using the Pet Play Parks and walking dogs around the amenities please be a good neighbor and pick up after your dog. There are pet waste stations with bags at the Pet Play Park and an additional one located at the beginning of the golf cart path just west of the Clubhouse Tennis Courts. When using the Clubhouse Pet Play Park, if you see any areas in need of extra attention please contact Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863-324-5457. ENTRANCE GATE REMINDER Please be safe when coming through the community entrances. There have been recent reports of tailgating, speeding, cutting people off, and hitting gate arms. This is a busy area and Security Officers are often outside checking vendors and visitors in and we want that area to be as safe as possible for them and everyone else. 2022 CITY OF LAKE WALES COMMISSION ELECTION Lake Wales residents please mark your calendar for April 5, 2022 for the next Commission election. Voting for all Lake Ashton residents that live in Lake Wales will take place in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Candidate packets are prepared by the City Clerk and will be available on February 4, 2022. The qualifying period for the 2022 Commission Election will begin at 12:00 noon on Monday, February 14, 2022 and end at 12:00 noon on Friday, February 18, 2022. Please visit polkelections.com for more information.

REPUBLICAN CLUB THOMPSON NURSERY ROAD CLEANUP By Linda Sandel A Lake Ashton litter clean up event is scheduled for Thompson Nursery Road on February 9 at 9:30 a.m. P l e a s e m e e t a t t h e Clubhouse lobby to pick up assignments, safety vests, trash bags and gloves. A sign-up sheet is available at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. There will also be new free t-shirts and a Bok Tower ticket for each volunteer. Come have fun and get some exercise while keeping this community beautiful! Contact Linda Sandel if you have any questions at 863-368-0699 or sandelly7@gmail.com. WELCOME Reddick Dentistry has served the greater Lake Wales Area for 3 generations. Our office offers many services including implants, crowns/bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. Our family owned office is ready to serve all your dental needs. Dr. Steven Reddick Dr. Jackson Reddick OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL $ 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. answer any questions you have about your plan. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 14 HOMELESS GRADUATING SENIORS By Doris Reisigner Can you believe the world is still dealing with COVID?! There are also still many high school seniors who are ready to graduate this year who are dealing with homelessness on top of everything else. These are graduates who hope to attend Polk State College in the fall, but as they graduate their support ceases until they attend school in the fall. You can help with any size donation, small or big — gift cards, cash, and checks payable to Polk County Public Schools will be accepted at both the Clubhouse and HFC Activities Desks. Attend the presentation by Vicki Griffith from the Polk County schools accounting office at Monday Coffee on March 28. Call Doris at 217-652-6636 with any questions. WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 15 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 2021 Best Of HAVEN

JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Questions regarding these policies can be directed to Christine Wells, LACDD Community Director (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director, at (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). CHILD CARE: The District will not offer childcare services to Patrons or Guests at any of the Amenity Facilities. SKATEBOARDING: Skateboarding is not permitted on the Amenity Facilities property at any time. Roller blading is permitted on cart paths and roadways only. OUTSIDE ENTERTAINMENT: Performances at any Amenity Facility, including those by outside entertainers, must be approved, in advance, by the Amenity Manager. ADVERTISING: Advertisements for Commercial Purposes shall not be posted or circulated in the Amenity Facilities. Petitions, posters, or promotional material shall not be originated, solicited, circulated or posted on Amenity Facility property unless approved, in writing, by the Amenity Manager. COMMERCIAL PURPOSES: Activities with Commercial Purposes must have approval from the Amenity Manager UNATTENDED GUESTS: Amenity users should not leave Guests who have adverse or debilitating health conditions unattended in any of the Amenity Facilities or District property. PROGRAM/ACTIVITY APPROVAL: All programs and activities, including the number of participants, equipment and supplies usage, facility reservations, etc., at all Amenity Facilities must be approved by the Amenity Manager. MANAGEMENT SPONSORED EVENTS: The Amenity Manager has the right to authorize management-sponsored events and programs to better serve the Patrons, and to reserve any Amenity Facility for said events (if the schedule permits) and to collect revenue for those services provided. This includes, but is not limited to, various athletic events, cultural programs and social events, etc. LOITERING: Loitering (the offense of standing idly or prowling in a place, at a time or in a manner not usual for lawabiding individuals, under circumstances that warrant a justifiable and reasonable alarm or immediate concern for the safety of persons or property in the vicinity) is not permitted at any Amenity Facility. COMPLIANCE TO STATUTES: Individuals shall abide by and comply with any and all federal, state and local laws and ordinances while utilizing the Amenity Facilities, and shall ensure that any minor for whom they are responsible also complies with the same. EQUIPMENT: The Districts maintain a limited amount of equipment to support individual activities such as Bocce, Billiards, Pickleball, Racquetball, Shuffleboard, Yoga, and exercise classes. Please check their availability with the Amenity Manager. Patrons are encouraged to provide their own equipment for recurring use. 16 * *special extended until 2/28/22

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Ken Rickey HOA Board Of Directors: • President Ken Rickey, president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller, vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Bob Prowant, treasurer1@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Keith Stevens, secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Debby Landgrebe, secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org or you can reach all the directors at once using directors@lakeashtonhoa.org. A new Director will be appointed at the Annual Meeting on February 27. Tom Hevel will be filling the position that Keith Stevens has filled since his appointment last summer. The Board would like to thank Keith for his willingness to serve, his attention to detail and his long-standing expertise in helping to guide the HOA BOD these past eight months. Welcome to the Board, Tom. The Members’ Annual Meeting is February 27 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This is your meeting to bring attention to your concerns and wishes. In order to conduct business and vote on any issue, there must be a quorum of at least 97 lot owners. The future vote on the Restated CC&Rs will be delayed until the lawyer can complete their review and the HOA can reconcile their comments. There will be some Member communications on the final document prior to scheduling a vote. While all are eager to complete this task, everyone wants it executed properly and systematically. Regarding the $60 annual assessment: There is an administration fee of $5, a late fee of $25, and interest is charged at 18% per year (1.5% monthly) for late payments. Liens are also an option. Assessments are due on February 15. Thank you to you who have already paid. SUBMITTING ARC REQUESTS ( LW RESIDENTS) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair All external changes you make to your home require an ARC request and approval prior to starting any project. To submit an ARC request, go to lakeashtonhoa.org and download the form found under the Documents tab in the Architectural Information section. Complete the form by hand or on your computer, then email the completed form to admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. DO NOT USE THE ‘SUBMIT NEW REQUEST’ feature on the website. The form can also be found on the Clubhouse information wall. You can either drop the completed form in the HOA box or have it scanned at the Clubhouse Office prior to dropping it in the HOA box. The deadline for submissions is 5 pm on Wednesday prior to the next ARC meeting. The ARC meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. You will be notified of the status of your request within a few days of the meeting. Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The ubiquitous Palm Warbler is familiar to many Lake Ashton residents. It is the little bird that lands on the lanai screen and wags its tail up and down. They forage for bugs even in the middle of busy roads like Ashton Club Drive. The plumage on this diminutive bird can vary greatly depending on age and from whence the bird hails. Eastern ones sport a yellowish breast while the ones from farther west are mainly drab. The constant tail bobbing is one of the best clues as to their identity. This snow bird derives its name from its wintering grounds being closely associated with Palm Trees. A better name for it on its nesting grounds would be the Bog Warbler since it nests in brush at the edge of spruce bogs quite far north. Keep your eyes open for this little winter resident before it departs for the boreal bogs by late March. AQUATIC EDUCATION CORNER We have dead fish in our pond. Is there something wrong? A few dead fish floating on the surface is not necessarily cause for alarm. The majority of fish kills that occur are due to a variety of natural causes. Fish can die of starvation, injury, stress, disease, parasites, lack of dissolved oxygen in the water, changes in pH, and even rapid fluctuations in temperature. Low dissolved oxygen levels are the most common cause of fish kills. The amount of oxygen in a body of water will vary with water temperature, aquatic plant densities and amount of sunlight. During the rainy season heavy runoff from rain water which does not contain dissolved oxygen can deplete the dissolved oxygen levels in a pond and cause a fish kill. Heavy rains also wash organic material, nutrients and fertilizers into the ponds, accelerating plant growth which can lead to depleted oxygen levels. These same rain events also carry herbicides, pesticides and pet waste into stormwater ponds. Ammonia, which comes from animal waste, is highly toxic to fish. LOW-HANGING BRANCHES By Ralph Marino Please be aware that there is a fourteen-foot height restriction for branches reaching over the road. This is a City of Lake Wales Ordinance. If the code officer receives a complaint, the code officer will investigate. If a violation exists, a letter is then sent. If it is not corrected within fifteen days, the complaint then goes to the Code Enforcement Board.

SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH FORUM AT MONDAY COFFEE By Fay Wood, NW Chief It is time again for your NW Leadership Team to present what is happening in and out of Lake Ashton and throughout Lake Wales and Winter Haven. Special guests include the Lake Wales and Winter Haven Police Chiefs discussing what is happening in their cities. CAP (Citizens Assisted Patrol) Team members and other NW Partners such as Security Officers are also welcome to join in this important meeting at Monday Coffee, March 7 at 9 a.m. in the Clubhouse Ballroom. If you have specific questions to be answered, email them to fswperson@aol.com and these will become the questions of priority during the meeting. If time permits the Q&A will be opened to the audience. Let everyone continue to work together to keep this beautiful community safe and crime free all year long. There will also be a very special guest at Monday Coffee on March 14 - stay tuned for more information, because you won't want to miss either of these important community events! CERT CORNER - E.D.I.T.H . By James Schuppe That’s right Archie, E.D.I.T.H. (Exit Drill In The Home) can save your life. Planning ahead of time in case of a fire can make the difference of life or death. You may only have a few seconds after you hear the smoke alarm to exit the home before the smoke becomes so thick you can’t see. Practice your escape routes (you need two) at least two times a year. Having a planned second route just may save your life in case the route you would usually take is blocked by fire or debris. Your second route might be as simple as a window in your bedroom. If you can’t climb out on your own, open the window and yell for help even before the fire department arrives. 20 After exiting the home, you should have a designated meeting place. This should be away from your home yet visible for when the fire department arrives. Letting the fire department know that everyone is out of the home, where the fire started, or if a person is still inside is extremely valuable information. If you are able to exit the home on your own, this is the time to call 911 and report the fire — not while inside. If you are trapped or unable to exit on your own, call 911 immediately and calmly give that information to the dispatch person. This will give valuable information to the fire department and assist them in getting you out of the house when they arrive. Close the door between you and the fire if possible. The more barriers between you and the fire the better. Stay in one location and if possible stay close to a window, yell for help and signal your location by waving clothing or by using a flashlight at night. This is extremely important for all, but especially if you have a disability preventing you from exiting on your own quickly. CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy.

MOVIES The Black Heritage Club Presents: A Black Film Festival to Celebrate BLACK HISTORY MONTH ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 FEBRUARY 1 — 3 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM HIDDEN FIGURES 2016 | PG | 2h 7min Three brilliant African American women at NASA -- Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer), and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe) -- serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nat ion's confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world. FEBRUARY 8 — 10 (NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS ON FEBRUARY 10) 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM HAMILTON 2020 | PG-13 | 2h 40min The original Broadway production of the award-winning musical that tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, first secretary of the treasury, blending hip-hop, jazz, R&B and 22 22 Broadway styles, filmed from the Richard Rogers Theater in New York with the original Broadway cast. Grammy, Emmy, and Tony award winner LinManuel wrote and stars in the performance along with Emmy and Tony award winner Leslie Odom Jr., Renée Elise Goldsberry, Daveed Diggs, Christopher Jackson, and more. FEBRUARY 15 — 17 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM GLORY 1989 | R | 2h 2min Following the Battle of Antietam, Col. Robert Gould Shaw (Matthew Broderick) is offered command of the United States' first all-African-American regiment, the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. With junior officer Cabot Forbes (Cary Elwes), Shaw puts together a strong and proud unit, including the escaped slave Trip (Denzel Washington) and the wise gravedigger John Rawlins (Morgan Freeman). At first limited to menial manual tasks, the regiment fights to be placed in the heat of battle. Denzel Washington won the Oscar for Best Actor in a Supporting Role. FEBRUARY 22 — 24 FENCES 2016 | PG-13 | 2h 13min Troy Maxson (Denzel Washington) makes his living as a sanitation worker in 1950s Pittsburgh. Maxson once dreamed of becoming a professional baseball player, but was deemed too old when the major leagues began admitting black athletes. Bitter over his missed opportunity, Troy creates further tension in his family when he squashes his son's (Jovan Adepo) chance to meet a college football recruiter. Viola Davis won the Oscar for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role. The play by August Wilson, “the theater's poet of Black America,” won the Pulitzer for Drama in 1987. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC) & 3 PM FEBRUARY 4 (NO 3 PM SHOWING) LILIES OF THE FIELD 1963 | NR | 1h 35min Aimless ex-soldier Homer Smith (Sidney Poitier) is on his way to California when his car overheats in the desert. He stops to get some water at an isolated farm and soon finds himself building a chapel for the nuns who live there. The stern mother superior (Lilia Skala) is certain God has sent Smith for just that purpose, and all of Smith's words to the contrary fall on deaf ears in this Oscar-winning film from director Ralph Nelson. Sidney Poitier became the first AfricanAmerican actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor and the second African-American Oscar winner overall for his portrayal of Smith. FEBRUARY 11 (NO 3 PM SHOWING) RESPECT 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 25min Follow the rise of Aretha Franklin's career from a young child singing in her father's church's choir to her international superstardom in the remarkable true story of the journey to find her voice and become the Queen of Soul. Stars Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Audra McDonald, and more. FEBRUARY 18 CARMEN JONES 1954 | NR | 1h 48min Screen version of the musical "Carmen Jones," which adapted Bizet's opera Carmen for an African-American cast. After the beautiful but troublemaking Carmen (Dorothy Dandridge) sets her sights on pilotin-training Joe (Harry Belafonte), he leaves his girl, 23 deserts the Army and kills a man, prompting the couple to flee from justice. Soon, the tragic events they've set in motion come full circle. Dandridge become the first African American nominated for the Best Actress Academy Award for her role. FEBRUARY 25 SHE’S GOTTA HAVE IT 1986 | R | 1h 24min This is a black and white comedydrama written, produced, directed and edited by Spike Lee. It was Lee’s first feature film to be released and it earned many positive reviews and launched his career. In 2019 it was accepted into the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress because of its historical and cultural significance. Nola Darling is free-spirited and free-thinking, but she can't seem to choose between a trio of ill-suited suitors: relationship-minded Jamie, shallow male model Greer and motormouthed bike messenger Mars Blackmon.

EVENTS UPCOMING AT THE HFC! Happy Hour Karaoke will be held February 4 from 7 to 10 pm. There is a $5 entry fee, and a $10 table reservation. BYOB and snacks! SUPER BOWL PARTY Ge t y o u r t i c k e t s f o r t h e Don’t miss the Valent ines’ Dance on February 11 from 7 to 10 pm. There is a $10 entry fee and $10 table reservation. BYOB and snacks! Clubhouse Super Bowl Party and watch the big game (and commercials!) on the big screen! The party kicks off on February 13 at 5:30 pm (please note time change) in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The game starts at 6:30 so you’ll have time to play fun football themed games and chow down on game food that includes a slider station, nacho bar, and chicken tenders bar. Your first beer, wine, or nonalcoholic drink is on us! There will also be a cash bar with beer bucket specials. Tickets are $25 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard. LA ASHTONETTES & SHAKERS AT MARDI GRAS The LA Ashtonettes and the LA Shakers have been FEBRUARY’S EVENTS Valentine’s Day Dinner Monday, February 14th Seatings from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Reservations Required Weekly Entertainment Includes: February 6th - Sunday Funday with Quittin Time 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. February 13th February 20th - Join us for the Big Game Party - Sunday Funday with Carlos & Company - 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. February 27th - Sunday Funday with Randy Goin’ Solo - 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. www.ashtontapandgrill.com or (863) 324-5810 Join us Every Sunday for Brunch For Reservations Visit or Call: invited to participate in the Lake Wales Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, February 26. The Parade begins at 3pm. Lake Ashton's long time friend, Family Elder Law of Lake Wales, has generously provided sponsorship. Bring a chair and join the revelers to cheer on Lake Ashton's very own marching groups. MARDI GRAS AT THE CLUBHOUSE Parti Hardi on Fat Tuesday at the Clubhouse’s Mardi Gras Party on March 1! roll on down to the Clubhouse at 7 pm and let the good times roll. Enjoy B. Haven live on stage while munching on red beans and rice with andouille sausage, boudin stuffed cornbread cakes with red eye gravy, and king cake cream cheese cupcakes, amidst immersive Mardi Gras décor. Parade down to the Activities Desk on February 7 after Monday Coffee to purchase your $20 tickets with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard. There will be a Fiscal Fitness Presentation on February 19 at 7 pm sponsored by Premier Events that will feature a meal provided by Ashton Tap & Grill at no charge, plus each attendee will receive a free Mardi Gras ticket. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. HOLIDAY CHEER WINNERS AT MONDAY COFFEE David Fix (far left) won 1st place in the Gingerbread House Contest, and Janice Serenko won 2nd. They each received gift certificates to Ashton Tap & Grill. George Pollock (right) won the Ugly Sweater Contest and a bottle of wine from Tessier Law Firm. HOLIDAY CLASSIC A BIG SUCCESS ! The Holiday Classic Cornhole Tournament on December 7 turned out to be lots of fun and great competition for the teams. The Popcorn Team came back from the losers’ bracket to take home the first prize trophy and money. Sponsoring was Lake Ashton resident Jim Weaver, who has been a strong pillar for the cornhole tournaments at the HFC. First place winning team members of Popcorn are residents Ted Harmon and Ervin Konrad who endured eight straight games to take home the top win. Second place winners are Tom Graaman and Ralph Ritter. Third place winners are Tammy and Robbie Shields. Congratulations to these skilled cornhole enthusiasts! The tournament was a successful group effort by the residents who participated, Tournament Coordinator Ken Keding, volunteer scorekeepers Danny Freedman, Gerald Revet, James Margeson, and Roger Bosman, and the entire HFC staff. The next tournament will be March Maddness on March 4. Get your teams ready by coming to league play that starts in January! Watch for more news on the tournaments and league play coming soon. If you have any questions about playing, contact the HFC Activities Desk at 863-595-1562. Mardi Gras PARTY MARCH 1 at 7 pm Clubhouse Ballroom B.HAVEN LIVE ON STAGE! MENU: RED BEANS & RICE WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE, BOUDIN STUFFED CORNBREAD CAKES WITH RED EYE GRAVY, & KING CAKE CREAM CHEESE CUPCAKES TICKETS: $20 AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK Laissez les bons temps rouler! 25 25

RELAY FOR LIFE By David Harrison The LA Purple Stars will have its last fundraiser of this year by selling luminary bags and tea lights for a minimum donation of $10 and acrylic hummingbirds for $5 at Monday Coffee starting February 7. After every Monday, the luminary bags will be sold at both Activities Desks. Decorate the bag to remember a family member or friend you have lost to cancer or someone still fighting this disease. Return the bags to any LA Purple Stars member or Activities Desk by March 14. All Lake Ashton residents are invited to join the Walk for a Cure at 6 pm on March 18 in the Clubhouse West parking lot to walk around the pavilion and end back at the Clubhouse circle to view all the luminary bags. Any questions call David Harrison 863-326-6418. 2022 FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW The 14th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will be on display in the Clubhouse Ballroom on March 19 from 12:30 to 4 pm. Lake Ashton photographers and artists can pick up entry forms and guidelines at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Entry forms must be turned in by February 4. The show is open to all Lake Ashton residents, attendance is free and refreshments will be provided. 2022 SHOWCASE - TIME AFTER T IME By Karen Nelson Time is nearing for the long awaited LA Community Showcase, after a two year virus hiatus. The show, TIME AFTER TIME, will have opening night on Friday, April 8 at 7:30 pm. The matinee is Saturday, April 9 at 1:30 pm and will have a longer intermission than the two evening shows. Closing night is Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 pm. Your friends and neighbors have been working diligently on their singing and dancing to present a unique Showcase. 26 Residents may bring their 2020 Catch & Release tickets to the Clubhouse Ballroom on the following dates to exchange for the same seats in 2022: February 22 from 10 am to noon March 1 from 10 am to noon March 2 at 9 am March 3 at 9 am March 4 at 9 am Any 2020 tickets not exchanged by end of day on March 4 will be forfeited. Public ticket sales begin at 8 am on March 8 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. March is National Crafting Month! A resident crafter or crafting group will be highlighted throughout the month. Each crafter or group will host a class teaching how to make a specific craft. Take a look at the list below to see what exciting classes to sign up for at the Clubhouse Activities Desk! Prices include all the materials required to make the craft. Wednesday, March 2 at 10 am – Create beautiful handmade cards with resident crafter Donna Rorick for $10/person, limited to 24 people. Tuesday, March 15 at 10 am – Resident crafter Jill Groves will be teaching how to make gorgeous wire-wrapped creations for $10/person. Tuesday, March 22 at 10 am – Learn how to paint your own decorative rocks with the LA Rockers for $2/person. Wednesday, March 30 at 10 am – Make your own fashionable eyeglasses holder that can double as a necklace with The Art of Beading for $2/person.

Live Entertainment Returns to Lake Ashton! Lake Ashton Presents DUELING PIANOS FEBRUARY 25 2022 FEATURED SHOWS 7 pm Showtimes Premium Tickets: $25 Regular Tickets: $20 Tickets on Sale at the STARS & STRIPES MAY 6 Clubhouse Activities Desk (Bring your Lake Ashton Resident Photo ID to purchase with Visa, MasterCard, or Check Payable to LACDD) Get your requests ready on FEBRUARY 25, and sing along to wild night of DUELING PIANOS where you decide the entertainment! KAZUAL will captivate your rhythmic senses by blending harmonious sound with their intoxicating vocals and dancing on APRIL 14! Travel back in time to the ‘60s on APRIL 22 with the PAISLEY CRAZE FLOWER POWER SPRING SHOW, a five-piece band playing the hits of the decade. JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS will pay tribute to veterans MAY 6 with STARS & STRIPES … a stirring evening of patriotic music, comedy, performance and spectacle. PAISLEY CRAZE APRIL 22 KAZUAL APRIL 14 The Doo Wop Reunion headliner show from 2020 is rescheduled for March 3, 2022. CELEBRATE, a tribute to the great vocal bands from the '60s and '70s, is rescheduled for April 1, 2022. If you purchased tickets in 2020, there is no charge for the rescheduled shows. You will use your original ticket from 2020 for these two shows, even if you upgraded for 2022. New tickets are available for purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Ticket Prices: 5 PM Regular: $24 | 5 PM Premium: $29 8 PM Regular: $29 | 8 PM Premium: $34 Lake Ashton Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the following 2022 trips with a check payable to Small World Tours: 2022 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKET SALES Individual tickets are on sale at Bus Trips the Clubhouse Activities Desk while supplies last. Limit one per resident. Individual Ticket Prices: 5 pm Regular $21 | Premium: $26 8 pm Regular $26 | Premium $31 each FEBRUARY 18 - ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE AT THE BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATER $99/PP MARCH 17-18 - JUNGLE QUEEN RIVERBOAT $245/ PP (SINGLE SUPPLEMENT + $65) - FINAL PAYMENT DUE BY FEBRUARY 2 APRIL 12 - STARLITE MAJESTY CRUISE & SUGAR SAND FESTIVAL $79/PP - CURRENTLY FULL BUT NAMES ARE BEING TAKEN FOR A WAIT LIST JUNE 15 - BARBARA LEE LUNCHEON CRUISE $89/ PP - NO REFUNDS AFTER JUNE 1 SAV E T H E S E D AT E S : MARCH 27: ACADEMY AWA R D S WATC H PA R T Y IN THE CLU BHOU S E AP R I L 1 5 : BLUES PARTY IN THE CLU BHOU S E MORE DETAILS TO CO M E ! 28 Brad Kirwan’s Lake Ashton Customers Discuss His Real Estate Work Brad Kirwan, my 6-star agent!! Early in my decision to move to Tennessee for the next chapter of my life, I thought I would sell my home on my own. Avoiding a realtor commission seemed like a smart idea. People were doing it; why shouldn’t I? My son and daughter and their spouses came for a weekend, we met with my financial advisor, and the next morning, I phoned Brad to ask if he “worked” on Saturdays. He came and met my family and gave some background on himself. Brad’s experience and knowledge in all areas related to buying and selling real estate is quite impressive. But his soft spoken and humble demeanor also stands out. He took charge of everything along the way, reassured me and made it all incredibly easy for me. I highly recommend Brad Kirwan. He is worth every penny he earned! Verified by RateMyAgent Gladys Jenne 17 July 2021 Curious about your home’s current market value? Call for a free Comparative Market Analysis. BRAD KIRWAN 863.280.0390 5% Commission Free Seller Home Warranty 29

GOLF LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The LAMGA 2022 season is off to a roaring start with very strong participation from its members. If you are a male member of the golf club and are not a LAMGA member, you are missing out on a lot of fun, good/fair competition and great camaraderie. The league plays every Wednesday morning throughout the year. The $25 annual membership fee is one of the best bargains in Lake Ashton. Registration forms are available in the Pro Shop. If you have not signed up yet, get to the Pro Shop as soon as possible so you do not miss out on any of the fun competitions planned for the year. The very popular Member/Guest Tournament, which occurs from March 10 — 12 is full with a field comprised of 60 teams. This year’s tournament promises to be one of the best yet including 45 holes of golf, a pre-tournament cocktail party, two breakfasts and three lunches provided by the Eagle’s Nest. Both the East and West Courses are in the best shape they have ever been, which is making play extremely enjoyable for all members. Congratulations to Ron Lavoie and his entire team from Indigo Sports for a great job of continually improving the condition of our courses. You can do your part by always taking the time to fix your divots and ball marks in addition to one or two others that you spot as you are playing your round. February’s schedule is comprised of: February 2nd – Individual Quota Points; February 9th – Pick Your Partner, 9 Hole Scramble plus 9 Hole Modified Alternating Shot; February 16th – Six, Six & Six; and February 23rd – Florida Scramble. LA NINERS By Diane Struble February is here, seems like we were just taking down decorations and finishing the holiday sweets. The Niners now have 87 members and are very pleased to welcome everyone! Ladies, be sure to arrive by 9 am each Tuesday so you can meet fellow golfers, find your partners, and have clubs loaded before the announcements. With these growing numbers, the pace of play is becoming very important. Keeping up the speed of play makes the game more enjoyable for all players. Each month a few tips will be listed. • Keep up with the group in front of you. • Do not spend more than the 3 minutes allowed for looking for a lost ball (or trying to fish it out of the water). During the January lunch, Trent gave a presentation complete with diagrams reviewing local rules and answering questions. A big thank you, as it was very informative and got everyone all on the same page on some issues. February 21 and 22 will be a ringer tournament with lunch on the 22nd. Start picking your partners and get ready for two days of fun! April is fast approaching and the Niners have 2 open positions available: Secretary and President. Both are two-year terms. The incoming President will hold the office of Vice President for one year then move into the President position. The Secretary holds her position for two years. Anyone who is interested in some great fellowship, lots of laughs, and working for the betterment of the league, please talk to any board member. They will be glad to fill you in and answer any questions. Please contact Vice President Karen Ferrande at 207-451-0143 if you have any questions. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman BEAUTIFUL WEATHER + 18 HOLES OF GOLF = A HAPPY LALGA! Congratulations to both Team Blue and Team Red members who participated in the Solheim Cup on January 10 and 11. Both teams fought hard but ultimately Team Red prevailed by only four points. It was an incredible couple of days followed by a wonderful lunch at the Eagle’s Nest. Thank you to committee chair Cheryl Coveleskie, the members of the committee, the team captains, the LALGA members and the Eagles Nest staff for making the event so enjoyable. “Be My ‘Par’ tner” is the theme for this year’s Member-Member Tournament on February 7 & 8. The two-day event will include the ribbon game, a scramble and lunch at the Nest. Questions? Check with Patti Panone or Diane Depuis. The LALGA continued in January helping children with the We Care for Kids Hygiene Kits. A special thanks to Nancy Zografos and the committee for their commitment to the Lake Wales and Winter Haven homeless children. This month the Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the past tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: Cici’s Pizza, Citizen’s Bank, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Cleveland Heights Golf Course, Color Me Crazy, Cool Screens Florida, Cornerstone Hospice, Country Boy Pest Control, Crayola Experience, Crazy Fish, Crooked Bass, Cuttin’ Up Salon, Cypress Bowling Lanes, Cypress Cigar, 31 Cypress Woods Golf Club, D & D Painting, Dan’s Fan City, Davidson of Dundee, Deer Creek Golf & Country Club, Denise Tessier Law Firm, Detroit Tigers and Domino’s Pizza. The following four women are the top money winners to date for The Red Hoagland Challenge: Judy Mulhearn $45.25, Janice Fleming $43.50, Deb Louder $43.10 and Jan Kipp $42.60. Meet Donna Larsen From Ontario, Canada, Donna Larsen has been the Lake Ashton Club Champion not once, but twice! Donna and her husband of 45 years, Don, are snowbirds, and have three children and seven grandchildren. They met while working in a lumber yard and for the last 35 years are proud owners of their own lumber yard in Ontario, now managed by their son and sonin-law and where their teen grandsons work from time to time. She started playing golf at age 40 when her son wanted to play, so she and Don also learned. She purchased an inexpensive set of clubs and never looked back. She and Don played different courses in Canada and six years ago became members of their local golf club, Sawmill. Not only is Donna the Lake Ashton Club Champion but for the last four out of five years she has held the same title at the Sawmill Golf Course. This spring Donna was invited to Palm Springs, California, as the Lake Ashton 2021 Club Champion, for the 2021 PGA National Club Championship. The event was sponsored by the PGA, TaylorMade, Next Gen Golf and Jim Beam. She decided to throw her hat in the ring and participate. There were three age categories; under 50, 50-59 and 60+. Donna was in the latter. Of the 200 women playing in the event, 73 were in her category. She played the PGA West Stadium, the Indian Wells Celebrity and the Desert Willow Fire Cliff Golf Courses, all in Palm Springs. She tied for 24th place and said it was “an amazing experience.” She said she was “focused” during the event and believed it was a period of “self-growth” for her, and hopes to participate in the future. Way to go, Donna! The LALGA is so very proud of you!

CLUBS CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock The February 14 meeting will feature guest speaker Reinier Munguia who will share photographs from his recent photo safari to Kenya. Reinier has visited the group many times and has always given a very informative and entertaining presentation. On February 17 the club will enjoy a pontoon boat photo shoot on the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes aboard Living Waters Boat Cruises. All Lake Ashton residents who enjoy photography are encouraged to meet with in the Clubhouse Cinema on February 14 at 10:30 am. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their February 2 monthly meeting via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks runs 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. Masks are recommended. The in-person General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The February speaker is Paul Ritz, President of the Rainbow Ridge Polk County Democratic LGBTA Caucus, who will speak about current legislative issues in Florida of importance for the LGBTQ community. For more information, please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club welcomed an abundance of talented people to the smashed, squeezed and pressed dried flower creations event on January 12. Members and non-members made bookmarks, arrangements to be framed and decoupaged candles. Members and non-members who attended will receive their personal laminated bookmarks. These will be handed out at the next meeting on February 9 at 10 am. at the Pavilion. A special thanks to Sil Wells for providing this service. Besides receiving the completed bookmarks, the February meeting will have another create project. It's an activity using succulents. The Garden Club Team will provide the necessary materials. Hoping people will join in the fun! Prior to the activity, there will be a discussion about the club's plantings around the Pavilion in the near future. A special thanks to the donations recently received. The Garden Club has no annual dues and donations are always welcomed. CREATIVE QUILTERS By Marsha Martin The Creative Quilters have been busy getting ready for the Quilters and Friends Quilt Show on February 16 from 1 to 4 pm. BOLLA, Sew What and Beading Buddies will also be showcasing their talents. Any Lake Ashton resident is able to show their quilted project at the show by simply registering it with Marsha Martin at 406-788-8087. Registration forms are available at either the Clubhouse or the HFC Act ivi t ies Desk. Registration ends February 11. There is also a king size quilt to be raffled off with proceeds going to BOLLA to purchase fabric. Tickets are available from JoAnne Malcolm 863-605-8871, at Monday Coffee or any Creative Quilter member. GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The next Genealogy Club meeting will be February 9 from 2 to 3:30 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Come have some fun looking for your ancestors. Bring your laptops/tablets if you'd like. Call Jane Imparl at 815-545-6655 for more information. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Annie Lutz Calling all Disney Fans! The Magic Years Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month — next meeting is February 1 at 7 pm in the HFC Poker Room. The Magic Years Club is open to all Lake Ashton residents who enjoy learning about and going to Disney World. Not all activities require park tickets. Monthly events are beginning to be scheduled, so please come to the meeting for more information. There are quite a few new members, and veteran members are always available to help with any questions you have. Events for the coming months will be discussed at the meeting, so bring a check or $10 per person to reserve your spot. Contact Annie Lutz or Joan Enslen if you have any questions. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 23, at the Clubhouse. Sign-in and social time begins at 3:30 pm and the meeting will be from 4 to 6 pm. Looking forward to another great meeting! All Lake Ashton residents and their guests are welcome to join us. Point of contact is Brenda Bush-Sayre, bbs1954@icloud.com, 813-313-9911. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In January, the group of over 20 discussed several planned outings and get togethers. Plans were finalized for lunch at Jacaranda. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on February 6. Pictured of several members enjoying the Christmas Social hosted by Jim and Jack Schlude. LA TRAVELERS By Carolyn Bishop The Lake Ashton Travelers Potluck will be held February 26 from 5 to 7 pm at the HFC. Contact Carolyn Bishop for more information at 919-606-8844 or cbbishop61@gmail.com. The Club is currently collecting dues for the 2022 season. Payments can be made at the Tuesday RV Socials in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 3:30 to 5 pm. Regular membership is $20/per home or Associate membership is $10 (if you no longer own an RV). The LA Travelers is a chapter of FMCA and you must have a FMCA membership to join this chapter. GATHERING OF UPPER MIDWESTERN STATES By Cynthia Halde Please note that the February gathering has been canceled because a new facilitator was unable to be found. If anyone is interested in taking the organization of this group on, please contact Cynthia at at 231-343-1847 or haldehaven@gmail.com. MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES If you are interested in playing on Fridays at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room, call Niru at 863-855-0075.

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg either MJ Richards or Alice Mayer to let them know you are coming. LA Rockers are back from celebrating the holidays with friends and family and everyone is raring to go. The group’s mission is to spread happiness and joy throughout the Lake Ashton community, in through the belief that a message (painted on a rock) received at just the right moment can change someone's entire day, outlook, and life. Come to the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm to meet a great group of people and learn to paint rocks. You don't have to be a talented painter — just pick up a small rock, paint a background, write a message, and hide it for someone else to find. It doesn't cost anything to try this since there is no need for first timers to make a huge investment for supplies. You can borrow what you need to start out. Please join the group at the next upcoming meetings that will be held February 9 and February 23 to see what we are about. To do so, join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves Next Meeting: February 16 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom near the stage. You are invited to come check the group out and help support veterans. Many fundraisers are sponsored throughout the year. Regretfully the upcoming Tag Sale fundraiser, originally scheduled for March 2022, has been canceled. However, at the January Meeting (30 people attended) two new committees were created. The first committee is the Brainstorm for Veterans Group (BFVG). The committee is preparing (brainstorming) new fundraising opportunities to benefit veterans. They are very excited to bring to new ideas to raise money for the coming year to the next meeting (so please do come). The second committee is researching various charities for the funds to be donated. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White your grandchildren be surprised if you were in a swim meet? For further info. or questions, contact the volunteer coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com. Attention Calorie Counters, Waist Wat c he r s , a nd Fitness Junkies: Did you know that swimming is a good way to burn calories, keep lots of muscles in shape, and get fit? Do you know that Lake Ashton has a Swim Club which has reserved the pool 3 times a week so that residents can swim with others to burn calories, maintain weight, and stay or get fit? Most of those who come to the LASC workouts follow a provided suggested workout, while others do part of that or create their own. The idea is to be part of a group that does fitness swimming together. Swimming with others is safer, more fun, and more motivational. For those who want an external goal, it’s encouraged to aim for one or more Senior Games competitions, which offer swimming events similar to a typical high school swim meet. Wouldn't ATTENTION LAKE ASHTON LEADERSHIP Those in a leadership position for Lake Ashton clubs, groups or organizations can attend an informative session February 23 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Leaders will find out more about resources and support facilitated by staff. Topics include setting up electronic mail messages, planning events, clerical support, amenity policies, and more. The purpose of the session is to ensure organizational leaders know all of the available tools for a club’s continued success: promotion, media, support, guidelines, and more. While the session is designed for new leaders, anyone interested in the topic is welcome to attend. Please sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk Information wall so adequate materials are prepared. $7,495 995

MIND&BODY LAKE ASHTON CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES ( LACES) ONSPOT DERMATOLOGY On Spot Dermatology has been confirmed and will be arriving on February 21. OnSpot is a mobile, fullservice dermatology practice with 4 full examination rooms that will be located in the HFC parking lot. They provide skin cancer screenings, MOHS surgery, biopsies, liquid nitrogen and mole removals, cosmetic dermatology, and more. They accept all major insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. Keep a lookout for a blast that will be sent out with how to set up an appointment and much more. What is Florida-Friendly Landscaping™? Having a beautiful landscape while saving money and protecting our environment is possible. FloridaFriendly Landscaping™ uses nine easy to follow principles that can help Floridians do just that. There will be a presentation on February 18 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom where you can learn tips on creating and maintaining a beautiful FloridaFriendly Landscape! Sign up for this free class at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY! Explore the medium of water color with guest artist Freddie Combs. Join a day long workshops in water color techniques on February 18, March 18 at the HFC. For registration, supply list and information, contact the HFC Activities Desk (863- 595-1562 or kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com). BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr February 12 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Happiness is Sharing Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald, certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held Saturdays at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor pool. Water fitness programs provide low-impact activity that takes the pressure off your bones, joints and muscles. Water offers a natural resistance which can help strengthen your muscles. Aquatic exercise can have several health benefits such as improved heart health, reduced stress and improved muscular endurance and strength. And, it is fun! Ladies and gentlemen are welcome! There is no sign-up required and the class is free. Bring a friend and start the New Year’s off with a new activity. Class duration is 45 minutes. See you at the pool! CARING FOR THE CAREGIVERS February 18 is National Caregivers Day and caregivers of Lake Ashton are invited to join Cornerstone Hospice for a presentation discussing the impact of caregiving and identifying ways to facilitate healthy caregiving and resources. Snacks will be provided. The presentations will be February 18 at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema and February 22 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 37

CALLING ALL TAPPERS! The Tap Jammers meet every Friday at 10 am in the HFC Sport Court. The goal of Tap Jammers is to review steps, refine technique, and share fun camaraderie. You don’t have to be an accomplished tap dancer to participate, but you must have basic knowledge of tap dancing. Please note: this is not for the beginner level tap dancer. For more information, please contact Tap Jammer Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Thursdays at 1 pm in the HFC COUNTRY LINE DANCING Instructor: John Moore Beginners: Tuesdays at 7 pm, Thursdays at 9 am Intermediate: Tuesdays at 8:10 pm, Thursdays at 10:10 am Clubhouse Ballroom LA DANCE CLASSES: AMERICAN TANGO Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Mondays, February 7, 14, 21 and 28 from .4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center No partner needed! FREE!! Join for fun and exercise! WOMEN’ S BIBLE STUDY Wednesday mornings, 10 to 11:45 am at the HFC Community Center. All levels of Bible knowledge are welcomed to join in and study of the Book of Learn how to make a beautiful memory wire bracelet for only $2. The Art of Beading group will be teaching the class on February 14 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Be sure to sign up at the Activities Desk! RESIDENTIAL HORTICULTURE AT THE HFC Ever wonder which house plant is the best fit for you? Will the maintenance of it be too much for me? Come join us on February 22nd at 1:00 pm at the Health and Fitness Center to learn more about house plants and if they are a perfect fit for your lanai or screened-in porch. The seminar will be presented by UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardener Volunteer Anne Yasalonis. Exodus. For more information contact Louise Gilla at 863-514-4015. MEN’S BIBLE STUDY Meets Tuesdays with fellowship from 10 to 10:30 am with discussion from 10:30 to noon. The group is non-denominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. The group meets face-to-face at the HFC and also via Zoom. For more information contact Bob Ring at 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com, or Jim Brendemuehl, 815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com. VALENTINE ’ S MEMORY WIRE BRACELET

Quilters & Friends Quilt Show February 16 — 1 to 4 pm Clubhouse Ballroom FREE ADMISSION! On display by LA residents: Beading - Counted Cross Stitch - Crochet - Embroidery - Knitting - Quilts - & more! To be featured, submit an application to either Activities Desk by February 11 Purchase tickets to win a king-sized quilt, with proceeds benefitting Blankets of Love at Lake Ashton

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter January 2022 Reflecting on 21 Years of Lake Ashton Simply the Best! The Birthday Celebration begins January 17! See p. 26 for details 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

LOOKING FDA A REAL ESTATE AGENT? Lake Ashton Realty Offers: 0 A CEL A 10 E Cancel Anytime - No Additional Fees $2,500 Con rlbution at Closing $2,500 Contributed to Seller Closing Costs 0 -Site O · e 3 Realtors - Waltt-ln Traffic - Open 6 days & Sunday by appointment r e tng Departmen Get maximum exposure of your home Terri Mattoc�s Bro�er Lori Roath Bro�er Associate Anita Piasec�i Realtor Lake Ashton Realty 4140 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863-318-9542 I www.LakeAshtonResales.com Sarah Lord Mar�eting NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES February Issue Deadline: January 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ JANUARY 2022 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237

MONDAY COF F EE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom with your friends and neighbors. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! JANUARY 3 First Monday Coffee of 2022 - expect some surprises! (Birthdays and Anniversaries are being celebrated on the 2nd Monday this month only) Featured Vendor: Edward Jones, Matt Simpson JANUARY 10 Birthdays and Anniversaries Bite Me Monday Featured Speaker: CHISPA Project Featured Vendor: Denise Tessier Law & Christine Graves Insurance JANUARY 17 Peanut Butter Monday Lake Ashton's 21st Birthday Kick-Off Come celebrate 21 years at Lake Ashton with fun, games, and 21 door prizes Featured Vendor: Caption Call JANUARY 24 - NO MONDAY COFFEE Board of Supervisors Meeting JANUARY 31 Enjoy a free Hot Chocolate on National Hot Chocolate Day! Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: Family Elder Law - 10 Ways to Plan in 2022 and Beyond Featured Vendor: Morgan Stanley - Matthew Grubb CLUB, GROUP & ORGANIZATION PRESENTATIONS Group Leaders - please reach out to Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like to present your group at an upcoming Monday Coffee! This is a good way to introduce residents to the many activities that make Lake Ashton "Simply the Best". IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 32 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, January 21, 2022 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, January 24 9:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St. AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation model furnished by Turners. The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 5 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2022 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1350 12/21

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 10 am to 8 pm Sunday (Brunch 10 am to 3 pm) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: January 19 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays 1 to 3 pm (1st, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays) 10 am to 2 pm (3rd Wednesday during the Monthly Market) BOOKMOBILE January 12 and 26, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) Clubhouse West Parking Lot NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on January 12, 2022 at 2 pm at the Clubhouse. Please sign up at either Activities Desk, or on the online signup form. TRASH PICKUP - NO CHANGE The holiday does not impact the regular service schedule for Lake Ashton residents. Lake Wales residents will put their trash out Thursday evening for pickup on Friday, December 31, and Winter Haven residents will put their trash out on Sunday evening for pickup on Monday morning, as usual. HOLIDAY CLOSINGS • Ashton Tap & Grill will close at 4 pm on DECEMBER 31. The Clubhouse and HFC offices will be closed all day in observance of New Year's Day. • Ashton Tap & Grill, Pro Shop, and Driving Range will be closed on JANUARY 1. A WEEKLONG CELEBRATION BEGINS JANUARY 17. SEE PAGE 26 FOR MORE DETAILS! 6 7

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Happy New Year! January is a great time for reflection and anticipation — reflection of the year that has passed and anticipation of the year to come. Plan to spend time at the amenities enjoying all that Florida’s peak season brings. Starting the week at Lake Ashton’s Monday Coffee informational meetings will provide a good overview of upcoming classes, shows, meetings, and parties. Mix it up in 2022 and try sitting at a new table at Monday Coffee! Hundreds of new residents moved to Lake Ashton in 2021, so reach out to new faces and welcome new neighbors. With the increase in population, staff has begun to see an increase in room bookings and activities being offered by residents, so there may be times when a room and or time that is desired may be unavailable. Luckily residents have two buildings in the community, so if a room or time is unavailable at the Clubhouse residents are encouraged to reach out to the HFC to check availability and vice versa. We are excited to see so many residents enjoying the amenities and want to ensure all residents have an equal opportunity to book a room for a new activity or join one of the over 140 groups that currently meet at the Clubhouse. With that being said there are some changes that are going to take place as of January 1. This includes the renaming of "private" groups to "prior registration required.” Residents interested in joining a new group should visit the Clubhouse Activities Desk to obtain the contact information for the facilitator of the group they are looking to join. As a reminder, the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy states: "Club membership and Club activities must be available to all Residents or Renters/Leaseholders.” In addition, anyone booking a reservation in the Clubhouse Game Room needs to be aware that as of January 1, that room will be available for multiple activities at the same time. For example, if someone has reserved the Game Room to play cards or conduct a meeting, the room will still be available for open play on the billiards tables. If this does not match your needs staff will try their hardest to find a room better suited for what you require. An extra day of Open Bowling was also added to the schedule to accommodate the increase in use of that amenity. We hope residents understand these changes are not meant to be intrusive but to allow for the amenities to be enjoyed by all who want to use them. Staff always encourages residents to become more involved in community activities designed to benefit the body, mind, and spirit and with these changes and the support of the many club, group, and organization facilitators this will be possible for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Supervisors and staff would like to extend a special thank you to all the club, group, and organization facilitators. These are all volunteers that work very hard to ensure there is a robust activities schedule for all residents to enjoy. Lake Ashton is lucky to have a large number of residents willing to volunteer their time in one way or another for everyone to live their best retired life. Be sure to thank a volunteer when you see them. Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 9 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 2021 Best Of HAVEN

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director Another year of living in paradise … I hope you never tire of hearing that. OK, everyone knows that there’s nothing that is perfect, but looking at “the glass” as half full instead of half empty goes a long way towards a happier, healthier life. My wish for everyone is to enjoy a life filled with kindness, smiles, positivity, peacefulness, good health, and happiness. A big wish, but individually, we have the power to help make it happen. photo: Dennis Krupinski With this year being the 21st birthday celebration for Lake Ashton, we can look back and see the improvements over the years. Many events will be held at the HFC and the Clubhouse to celebrate the week of January 17th. Stop in and check them out. Good changes continue at the HFC. The Pickleball Courts have the bottom railing in place to secure the fencing as of December. The HFC building and Hwy. 653 Gate House have recently received a new paint job, and new wooden floors will be added to the Racquetball Court and Sports Court this month. In February new flooring will be installed in the Fitness Center. New LED lighting replacements continue at the HFC and so do the savings from these lights. Your LA II CDD Board continues to work diligently to improve your amenities without additional fees. Happy New Year, and Happy Birthday Lake Ashton! LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, & Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com

LA ( LW) CDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS VACANCY Residents interested in being considered to fill the vacancy can submit a resume or letter of interest to the District Manager, Jill Burns (jburns@gmscfl.com) by Wednesday, January 12 at noon. In order to be considered you must be at least 18 years of age, a United States citizen, and registered to vote at an address within the boundaries of Lake Ashton CDD (Lake Wales). The resident selected to fill the vacant seat will serve the remainder of the term until November of 2022. Feel free to contact the District Manager with any questions. WILDLIFE ALERT Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Even though the weather might be cooling down, those who live near lakes and ponds should still expect to see alligators from time to time, as evidenced by this picture taken by resident David Muller in mid-November! Remember - never feed or approach an alligator. If you encounter an aggressive alligator, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 1-866-FWC-GATOR (392-4286). Alligators under 4 feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. As long as residents have a healthy respect for wildlife, including alligators, there are opportunities to live and let live. LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE By Shelley Miller The booming residential housing developments in the area are straining the roads, water, sewer and 12 power everyone enjoys. The LA Community Action Committee was formed to advocate for changes the group would like to see to ensure the safety and welfare of Lake Ashton residents. The January issue of the LA Times includes a flyer with more information and a survey to provide feedback from you to better represent the Lake Ashton Community. Additional comments are we l c omed — you c a n ema i l t hem t o LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com. An LA Community Action Committee meeting for all residents is planned to field concerns, questions, and ask for help in bringing this problem to the attention of decision-makers. This informational meeting will be held January 10 after Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse Ballroom around 10 am. All Lake Ashton residents who are interested in this topic are invited to attend. AQUATIC EDUCATION CORNER What is a littoral shelf and why does my pond have to have one? By design, some of the ponds in Lake Ashton contain littoral shelves, which are shallow planted wetland areas within the pond. Regulatory agencies, such as SWFWMD require that littoral shelves be vegetated. These areas are usually about 1-2 feet in depth and occupy approximately 30% of the pond. Littoral shelves provide emergent aquatic vegetation the appropriate water depth necessary to thrive. This vegetation competes with algae for space, light and nutrients and helps to filter out pollutants such as heavy metals, oils and fertilizers. The thicker and denser the littoral vegetation, the less sunlight, living space and nutrients for algae growth. Ponds and littoral shelves can provide an aesthetically pleasing and healthy habitat for a wide variety of wildlife including fish, birds and reptiles. NEW GOLF CART PARKING AREA AT THE CLUBHOUSE Several comments on the Focus 2025 survey mentioned parking being an issue at the amenities. The first Entertainment Series Show is on January 14, so this will be the first day of testing out golf cart parking on the Basketball Court during that show. Signage will be placed at the entrance to the parking lot advising residents that there is additional golf cart parking on the Basketball Court. Email blasts will be sent with pictures letting residents know where this additional parking is as well. This area will be available as an "overflow parking only" area during large events. As always, residents are encouraged to car or cartpool to highcapacity events at the amenities. OPEN BOWL ING AT ASHTON LANES An extra date has been added, so now residents can enjoy Open Bowling on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. Stop by Ashton Tap and Grill, grab a drink and enjoy a game of bowling with friends. Instructions are on the bulletin board in the back of the room. Shoes and bowling balls are available for use. Please be sure to put the bowling balls and shoes back when done using them. LAKE ASHTON LEADERSHIP Those in a leadership position for Lake Ashton clubs, groups or organizations can attend an informative session February 23 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Leaders will find out more about resources and support facilitated by staff. Topics include setting up electronic mail messages, planning events, clerical support, amenity policies, and more. The purpose of the session is to ensure organizational leaders know all of the available tools for a club’s continued success: promotion, media, support, guidelines, and more. While the session is designed for new leaders, anyone interested in the topic is welcome to attend. Please sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk Information wall or by using the online sign-up tool so adequate materials are prepared.

CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock We wish to extend our sincere thanks to all of the TOYS FOR TOTS By Fred & Cynthia Halde Lake Ashton … you did it again! When the call went out to the community for support of "Toys for Tots", you responded, again, like you always do … with kindness and generosity. Your contributions will most certainly put a smile on the faces of many young people this holiday season. Well done! And many thanks to the HFC staff who helped with this effort, especially Krystle, who would call at least twice a week with the same five welcomed words: "The box is full again!” You are great, HFC. Many thanks! Peace to all. generous LA residents who donated gifts and gift cards to the Caring Tree. The need this year was even greater than last year and you responded by exceeding last year's generous donations. A special thank you to BOLLA who donated 65 blankets, Sew What who donated 75 handmade items, and the LA Niners who donated 213 gifts. The Lake Wales Care Center passes along their heartfelt "thank you" to everyone. You helped make a very merry Christmas for so many families in the area. BE A SANTA TO A SENIOR By Kathryn Jusaites On behalf of the Home Instead office in Winter Haven, we would like to thank the Lake Ashton Community for their participation in the Be A Santa To A Senior program this year. Your generosity and kindness are very much appreciated. THANK YOU FROM THE LA BENEF IT ASSOCIATION A huge thank you to the many Lake Ashton residents who have helped us raise funds for the local schools. It took many hands to run the Casino Night Benefit and we are so very grateful for all the time and effort you have given over the years. The schools have been very appreciative of our help. The last donation has been delivered by way of the Lake Wales Charter School Foundation. The need is still great so never stop helping the schools when you see an opportunity. 14 FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Ruby-Throated Hummingbird is a gem flying on wings and a year-round resident in Lake Ashton. The male sports the iridescent ruby-red gorget. The hummingbird family, found only in the Americas, includes the smallest birds in the world. Their iridescent colors shine brilliantly depending on the light. These highly-territorial acrobats fly up, down, backwards, sideways and hover in one spot on wing beats as fast as up to 80 times per second. What's the best way to attract them? Hummingbird feeders are a lot of work to keep clean and safe for the birds. Those who use feeders should not use dye since it may harm the birds. Instead, a red ribbon tied to the feeder can get their attention. Landscaping with a small tree surrounded by Firebush or Firecracker is the safest and most effective way to provide perches and the high-energy nectar they need and love. Keep your eyes open — they are really fast! JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. This month outlines some of the General Usage policies at the Clubhouse and HFC. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Questions regarding these policies can be directed to LA (LW) CDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LA II (WH) CDD Community Director Mary Bosman (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). 16 AMENITY POLICIES – GENERAL USAGE SMOKING: Lake Ashton is a smoke-free community. Smoking tobacco products or electronic cigarettes are prohibited at all facilities and venues unless in a designated area PETS: Pets, (with the exception of duly registered service animals) are not permitted at Amenities Facilities with the exception of Pet Parks. If a special event allowing pets has been approved by the Amenity Manager, pets must be leashed or in an appropriate carrier, or placed in a cage. Users are responsible to pick up after their pets and to dispose of any waste in a designated pet waste receptacle or outdoor dumpster. PARKING: Vehicles must be parked in designated areas. Vehicles, bicycles and golf carts should not be parked on grass lawns, in any way which blocks the normal flow of traffic, or in any way that limits the ability of emergency service workers to respond to situations. The Amenity Manager reserves the right to waive this parking restriction in the event overflow parking is needed for a large event. OVERNIGHT PARKING: There shall be no overnight parking in Amenity Facility parking lots. OFF-ROAD VEHICLES: Off-road motorbikes/ vehicles, excluding golf carts, are prohibited on all property owned, maintained and operated by the District(s). FIREWORKS: Fireworks of any kind are not permitted on any Amenity Facility or property held by the Districts, with the following exception: the respective Board may approve the use of fireworks over specific bodies of water within its District’s boundaries. SERVICE AREAS: Service areas within the Amenity Facilities are off-limits except for Staff. DRONES: Drones and all forms of unmanned aerial vehicles are not permitted to be used inside Amenity Facility buildings any time without the written authorization of the District, except as permitted by law or regulation of an applicable government entity. special extended until 1/31/22

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Debby Landgrebe Members of the LA Lake Wales HOA have lots of things going on and your Board of Directors (BOD) are busy at work for you. You can reach your current HOA BOD at: • President Ken Rickey, president@lakeashtonhoa.org • Vice President David Muller, vp@lakeashtonhoa.org • Treasurer Bob Prowant, treasurer1@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Keith Stevens, secretary3@lakeashtonhoa.org • Secretary Debby Landgrebe, secretary1@lakeashtonhoa.org or you can reach all the directors at once using directors@lakeashtonhoa.org. Assessments: By now you should have received your HOA assessment. If you haven’t please contact the management company Don Asher, immediately by email (HOAdues@donasher.com). Please note the assessment payment is due in January. However, all assessments received before February 15 will avoid additional processing and late fees. Check the assessment document for payment details. This is a NEW PROCESS. Assessments WILL NOT be accepted in the HOA mailbox or office. Checks are to be mailed along with the coupon or use a credit card online. Volunteers Needed: Get involved in your HOA! Members to run for the HOA BOD are needed. Dave Greer is chairing the Nominating Committee — contact him at dwgreer7738@sbcglobal.net if interested. The BOD will receive nominations from the committee on January 4. At the monthly BOD meeting on January 5, additional nominations from the floor may be accepted. Volunteers for ARC and other committees are also needed. In January the ARC Guidelines, now called The Design Review Guidelines, will start getting refreshed and updated. Volunteers are needed to assist with this project. Why not join? Thank you in advance. CC&Rs: At the time of this writing, the revised document is in the hands of the attorney. Once it’s returned to the BOD we will review and organize a town hall meeting regarding the revised CC&Rs. Additional information will be made available as the BOD is updated. Plan on attending the townhall meeting and the Annual Meeting. Your attendance means you will know first-hand what is going on. The BOD plans to present and vote on the revised CC&Rs as part of the Members Annual Meeting. Members Annual Meeting is scheduled for the end of February. This is your meeting, so please plan on attending. Send topics you would like to discuss or present, or updates you want to hear about, to directors@lakeashtonhoa.org with your name, address, phone number, and email. ARC Compliance: It is your responsibility to review and understand the ARC Rules, now called The Design Review Guidelines, which stem from the CC&Rs. It is your responsibility as a homeowner to file an ARC request before any outside changes or updates begins. Doing so will minimize issues for everyone. Vendors and/or neighbors cannot submit an ARC request on behalf of the homeowner. One of the reasons to purchase in Lake Ashton is because of its beauty. Don Asher Management Company will be looking at all Design Review Guideline compliances. All properties within the HOA are being reviewed for compliance with Design Review Guidelines. It’s up to everyone to maintain the beauty of Lake Ashton and that includes following The Design Review Guidelines. If you don’t have a copy or have questions, contact the HOA Manager at manager@lakeashtonhoa.org or HOA BOD at directors@lakeashtonhoa.org. This is a great community. Everyone can work together to maintain its beauty and camaraderie. Thank you for your help and support. SUBMITTING ARC REQUESTS FOR LAKE WALES RES IDENTS By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair All external changes you make to your home require an ARC request and approval prior to starting any project. To submit an ARC request, go to lakeashtonhoa.org, and download the form which can be found under the Documents tab in the Architectural Information section. You can complete the form by hand or on your computer. Then email the completed form to admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. DO NOT USE THE ‘SUBMIT NEW REQUEST’ feature on the website. The form can also be found on the information wall in Clubhouse Ballroom. You can either drop the completed form in the HOA box or have it scanned at the Clubhouse Office prior to dropping it in the HOA box. The deadline for complete ARC request submissions is 5 pm on Wednesday prior to the next ARC meeting. The ARC meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. You will be notified of the status of your request within a few days of the meeting. WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. 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You will not be billed for the difference for the services mentioned above, for this special promotion only. Dental Insurance accepted: Our office accepts and works with most major dental insurance companies. We will file your primary insurance claim, and answer any questions you have about your plan. We offer Implant consultatons at no charge. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change.

ENTRANCE GATE SAFETY SAFETY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief The Lake Ashton Neighborhood Watch (which counts every resident as a deputized member) has expanded its mission of keeping a watch out for crime to watching out for unsafe traffic behavior involving commercial vehicles such as lawn care services, delivery services, or construction vehicles. All members should be vigilant for unsafe traffic practices in the community (i.e. stop sign violations, excessive speed or parking in a way that hinders the normal flow of traffic). As a leader in this Committee and an already successful crime deterrent/prevention partner with CAP, LA Security Officers and other Community Leaders, NW has a perfect venue to keep an eye out for traffic safety concerns throughout the community. If you see an unsafe condition involving a commercial vehicle, note the company name, phone number if available, as well as time and location of the incident. Then notify either the Community Director where the incident occurred, or the company directly. Neighborhood Watch and its partners have been instrumental in keeping Lake Ashton a relatively crime free community and adding these efforts to ensure traffic safety will further enhance our community’s safety. Happy and Safe New Year to all! All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. 20 Please use caution when entering and exiting the commun i ty v i a t h e T h omp s o n Nursery Road entrance. The entry gates are not on a sensor. They are set to open for three seconds and then close. If cars stop at the stop sign and then hit the button to open the gate that will give enough time for one vehicle to go through the gate. If residents hit the button on the gate opener coming off of Thompson Nursery Road it does not allow for enough time for the vehicle to make it through the gate and could potentially cause damage to your vehicle and the gate arm. If any of the gates are damaged due to negligence on the driver's part any costs involved with the replacement or repair of the gate arm will be the responsibility of the driver. When exiting the community, any vehicle close to the height of the overhang should use the right lane to exit the community even if turning left on Thompson Nursery Road. Not doing so puts your vehicle at risk of damage not to mention possible property damage that will be the responsibility of the driver. If unsure if the vehicle is close to the height of the overhang please err on the side of caution and use the right side to exit. Any questions regarding the operation of the entry and exit gates should be directed to Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message).

MOVIES JANUARY 4 — 6 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM TICK, TICK … BOOM! 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 55min Suggestive material, language, some drug use. Lin-Manuel Miranda makes his feature directorial debut in this adaptat ion of Jonathan Larson’s au tob i ograph i ca l mus i ca l . La r son , t he revolutionary creator of Rent, preceded his masterpiece with this unique, brooding, introspective musical about a young composer who is waiting tables in 1990s New York City while desperately working on what he hopes will be the next great American musical. Andrew Garfield stars as Jon, the composer facing mounting pressure from all directions as he tries to navigate the biggest crossroads of his life. JANUARY 11 — 13 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM THE LOST DAUGHTER 2021 | R | 2h 1min Language, sexual content, nudity. A college professor (Olivia Colman) confronts her unsettling past after meeting a woman and her young daughter while January 19 Stop by the Ballroom Kitchen 30 minutes prior to each movie showing! 22 22 on vacation in Italy. Her obsession with the woman and her daughter prompts memories of her early motherhood. Also stars Ed Harris, Dakota Johnson & Peter Saarsagd, and written by Maggie Gyllenhaal based on the book by Elena Ferrante. JANUARY 18 — 20 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM NO 3 OR 7 PM SHOWINGS ON JANUARY 20 THE ELECTRICAL LIFE OF LOUIS WAIN 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 51min Strong language, thematic material. The extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain (Benedict Cumberbatch), whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the public's perception of cats forever. Moving from the late 1800s through to the 1930s, we follow the incredible adventures of this inspiring, unsung hero, as he seeks to unlock the "electrical" mysteries of the world and, in so doing, to better understand his own life and the profound love he shared with his wife Emily Richardson (Claire Foy). JANUARY 25 — 27 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM MUNICH - THE EDGE OF WAR 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 3min Thematic elements, brief violence, some strong language, smoking. Set in the fall of 1938, Hitler prepares to invade Czechoslovakia, and the government of Neville Chamberlain (Jeremy Irons) desperately seeks a peaceful solution. A British civil servant and a German diplomat, former classmates, travel to Munich to discuss peace. ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CINEMA CAPACITY: 55 National Popcorn Day GET A BAG OF FREE POPCORN! MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC) & 3 PM IN KEEPING WITH THE 21S T BIRTHDAY THEME DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY … follows the subsequent investigation from the perspectives of the guests and their servants. Stars Maggie Smith, Clive Owen, Kristin Scott Thomas, Michael Gambon, Helen Mirren, Camilla Rutherford, Ryan Phillippe, Charles Dance, and more. JANUARY 28 MOULIN ROUGE TO SOME OF THE BEST MOVIES FROM THE YEAR 2001! JANUARY 7 BRIDGET JONES’ DIARY 2001 | R | 1h 32min At the start of the New Year, 32-yearold Bridget (Renée Zellweger) decides it's time to take control of her life -and start keeping a diary. Now, the most provocative, erotic and hysterical book on her bedside table is the one she's writing. With a taste for adventure, and an opinion on every subject, she's turning the page on a whole new life. JANUARY 14 - 11 AM ONLY (NO 3 PM SHOWING) A BEAUTIFUL MIND 2001 | PG-13 | 2h 14min Inspired by the Pulitzer Prizenominated book of the same name, this Oscar-winning drama charts the life and work of famed economist John Forbes Nash Jr., (Russell Crowe) a brilliant man plagued by the anguish of mental illness. JANUARY 21 GOSFORD PARK 2001 | R | 2h 18min A weekend hunting party at the home of Sir William McCordle turns into a murder mystery when the host is found dead. This witty whodunit 23 2001 | PG-13 | 2h 7min A naïve young poet (Ewan McGregor) falls in love with a cabaret star (Nicole Kidman), and their ill-fated romance serves as a convenient peg on which to hang a dazzling array of songs, from snatches of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "The Sound of Music" to Madonna's "Like a Virgin." Also stars Jim Broadbent, John Leguizamo, and Kylie Minogue. But the real star is director Baz Luhrmann, who came up with this infectious concoction that won two Oscars for art direction and costume design as well as six other nods.

EVENTS LA CRUISE-IN WRAP-UP What an amazing car show this year! There were 29 (yes, 29!) cars judged and 35 cars in total. And the weather could not have been more perfect! All in all, it was a wonderful day. A special thanks goes out to sponsors Gessler Clinic and Performance Plus, as well as the judge Patrick Russell, and the residents who took part in this year’s third annual LA Cruise-In Car Show. 2021 Winners (photos by Rich Comstock): Best Classic Blevins Hensley with his 1965 Mercury Comet Best Modern Lee Holman with his 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Crowd Favorite Chuck Luck with his 1997 Miniature Peterbilt SemiTruck on an F-250 Chassis TURKEY TROT BENEFITS LAKE WALES CARE CENTER The Inaugural Lake Ashton 5K Turkey Trot, held the Monday before Thanksgiving, was a great success. Organized by resident David Fix, participants raised $3,200 in this first of its kind event at Lake Ashton. Bikers, walkers and runners started and finished the 3.1 mile course at the Eagle’s Nest. All participants were invited to enjoy a hot breakfast when they completed the course. A check presentation was held at Monday Coffee in the Clubhouse on 24 December 6. Mike Morrow, Community Relations Coordinator for Lake Wales Care Center accepted the check on behalf of the Care Center. CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE By Jackie Ellis, Debby Landgrebe & Lynn Shelton It was a beautiful evening decorated in black and red with a touch of gold to light up the ballroom for all Lake Ashton friends to enjoy. The blessing was given by Peter Perez, there was Christmas music by Rusty Trumpet Band, and great food provided by Cam's Catering. Please remember the great sponsors with a thank you if you’re looking for a future purchase: Cammeo’s Salon & Day Spa, Arts Golf Cars, Inc., and Huston Cadillac, Buick & GMC. A HUGE thank you also goes out to all who gave their time and efforts in decorating and clean-up, which was a big job! Thank you each of you. For the last ten years Jackie Ellis has done an outstanding job organizing and hosting the annual Lake Ashton Christmas Dinner Dance. At the December event she announced she would be retiring from this role and passing the torch to cochairs Lynn Shelton and Debby Landgrebe. Jackie leaves big shoes to fill and all are grateful for everything she has done and the guidance she will give going forward. Thank you, Jackie! Hope you all plan to attend the 2022 Christmas Dinner Dance, but until then, have a happy and healthy New Year! HOLIDAY CHEER WINNERS AT MONDAY COFFEE David Fix (far left) won 1st place in the Gingerbread House Contest, and Janice Serenko won 2nd. They each received gift certificates to Ashton Tap & Grill. George Pollock (right) won the Ugly Sweater Contest and a bottle of wine from Tessier Law Firm. HOLIDAY CLASSIC A BIG SUCCESS ! The Holiday Classic Cornhole Tournament on December 7 turned out to be lots of fun and great competition for the teams. The Popcorn Team came back from the losers’ bracket to take home the first prize trophy and money. Sponsoring was Lake Ashton resident Jim Weaver, who has been a strong pillar for the cornhole tournaments at the HFC. First place winning team members of Popcorn are residents Ted Harmon and Ervin Konrad who endured eight straight games to take home the top win. Second place winners are Tom Graaman and Ralph Ritter. Third place winners are Tammy and Robbie Shields. Congratulations to these skilled cornhole enthusiasts! The tournament was a successful group effort by the residents who participated, Tournament Coordinator Ken Keding, volunteer scorekeepers Danny Freedman, Gerald Revet, James Margeson, and Roger Bosman, and the entire HFC staff. The next tournament will be March Maddness on March 4. Get your teams ready by coming to league play that starts in January! Watch for more news on the tournaments and league play coming soon. If you have any questions about playing, contact the HFC Activities Desk at 863-595-1562. 2021 HOLIDAY PARADE Golf carts, bicycles, pets, specialty cars, performers, and walkers kicked off the holiday season with a festive parade that started at the HFC and ended at the Clubhouse with participants and spectators enjoying refreshments, special holiday drinks, and a sing-a-long with the LAdybugs Quartet. Photos by Dale Steenberg and Carolyn Bishop. 25

Cheers to Lake Ashton 21 YEARS ofLakeAshto n ! Lake Ashton turns 21 in 2022, and everyone is invited to celebrate! Get your tickets now for the 21ST BIRTHDAY EXTRAVAGANZA SATURDAY, JANUARY 22 FROM 6 TO 10 PM IN THE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM. A beer, wine, or non alcoholic beverage will be included in the ticket price of $35 along with hors d'oeuvres, birthday cake, entertainment, fun and games, photo booth, and a special Lake Ashton 21st Birthday lanyard. Cash bar will be available. Purchase at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with Visa, MasterCard, or check payable to LACDD. OTHER EVENTS: JANUARY 17 - 9 AM - CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM: Free coffee and doughnuts plus 21 door prizes to give away JANUARY 18 - 2 PM - HFC: Lake Ashton trivia JANUARY 19 - 3 PM - CLUBHOUSE LAWN: Resident Photo Shoot 4 PM - CLUBHOUSE PARKING LOT: FREE BLOCK PARTY! Bring your own lawn or portable chairs, enjoy yard games, a live DJ, concession stand and a cash bar. JANUARY 21 - 2 PM - HFC: Ice Cream Social & Open House 26 live Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for the following 2022 trips with a check payable to Small World Tours: Bus Trips FEBRUARY 18 - ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE AT THE BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATER $99/PP - NO REFUNDS AFTER JANUARY 18 MARCH 17-18 - JUNGLE QUEEN RIVERBOAT $245/PP (SINGLE SUPPLEMENT + $65) - FINAL PAYMENT DUE BY FEBRUARY 2 APRIL 12 - STARLITE MAJESTY CRUISE & SUGAR SAND FESTIVAL $79/PP - NO REFUNDS AFTER MARCH 29 JUNE 15 - BARBARA LEE LUNCHEON CRUISE $89/PP - NO REFUNDS AFTER JUNE 1 2022 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKET SALES Individual tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk while supplies last. Limit one per resident. Individual Ticket Prices: 5 pm Regular $21 | Premium: $26 8 pm Regular $26 | Premium $31 each L.A. PURPLE STARS CHILI & SOUP COOKOFF January 28, 2022 Clubhouse Ballroom 4 to 6 pm $10 DONATION FOR 12 TICKETS CHILI, SOUP, TOPPINGS, BREADS & DESSERTS! Sample delicious varieties of chili & soup made by Lake Ashton residents and help raise money for the American Cancer Society.

SPAGHETTI SOCIAL Join friends and neighbors for a casual Spaghetti Social January 5 from 4 to 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse! For $10 you will get a delicious plate of spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread, and a cannoli. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with Visa, MasterCard, or check payable to LACDD. CELEBRATE AT THE HFC! Tables for Happy Hour Karaoke January 7 and the Disco Fever Party January 21 at the HFC are available for reservation at the HFC Activities Desk for $10 per table (cash/checks only). DJ Wayne will be providing karaoke for the Happy Hour event, and he will also be spinning tunes from the 1970s for the disco party (costumes are encouraged, but not required). For both events, you can BYOB and snacks. Tickets for entry will be $10 at the door on the nights of the events (cash/ checks only). Stop by the HFC Activities Desk during regular business hours of 8 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday to get your table reserved. Come join in on the fun! SPORTS TRIVIA Gather a team of no more than eight for Sports Trivia January 12 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Come up with great team name and see who the real sports buffs are. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or the online sign-up form. LAKE ASHTON’S AMAZING GOLF CART RACE It’s not just a race or a competition … it’s a challenge! Meet at the Clubhouse at noon on January 27 and race against time and complete challenges, just like the Amazing Race on TV. Tasks will be a combination of recreational, mental, and observational. Something all ages and genders 28 can do and enjoy. Communication and working together is the key for teams to see who will win the ultimate golf cart challenge. All teams will face the same challenges but will not be doing them simultaneously so you won’t know how your team is doing until the end. The race should last about two hours after a brief instructional meeting. There are prizes for top finishing teams. The challenge is limited to 16 teams, so sign up early at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Teams can be two to four members. Sign up as a team, or an individual to be placed on a team. 10TH ANNUAL HEALTH EXPO The 10th Annual Health Expo will be hosted at the HFC on January 28 from 8 am to 2 pm. Come explore the different areas of expertise by local doctors and companies right here in the Polk County area. There will be a range of different doctors and companies that can help you with your health needs. CHILI COOK-OFF By David Harrison Cooks are needed for the Chili Cook-off sponsored by the LA Purple Stars team on January 28 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Donations of baked goods are also needed, individually wrapped for the "dessert" table. Tasting tickets can be purchased at the Activities Desk. Each cup of chili, soup, corn bread, drink & dessert is one ticket and all proceeds benefit the LA Purple Stars and the American Cancer Society. Don't miss this chance to warm up with many varieties of chili and soup. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS: FEBRUARY 16 QUILT SHOW AT THE CLUBHOUSE MARCH 1 MARDI GRAS PARTY AT THE CLUBHOUSE (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 29

MID ATLANTIC PARTY By David Harrison SUPER BOWL PARTY It's time again to have fun at the Mid Atlantic Party on February 6 at 5 pm in the HFC. Anyone who has ever lived or worked in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, or New Jersey is invited. Menu consists of fried chicken, homemade crab cake, and a soft drink for $20. The location is the HFC because there you can BYOB. Tickets go on sale January 3 at the HFC Activities Desk with a check only, payable to Mid Atlantic Party. Choose white or dark meat chicken and crab cake preference when you sign up. Please bring a side, salad, or dessert and serving utensil to serve eight. Tickets will be sold until January 24 or 120 are sold. February 6 is the Sunday before Super Bowl, and there is no football. This is a great way to meet people from your state. Contact David or Barbara Harrison at 863-326-6418 with questions. Huddle up, team! Here’s the game plan: You’re going to get your tickets for the Clubhouse Super Bowl Party and watch the big game (and commercials!) on the big screen with your friends and neighbors. The party kicks off on Sunday, February 13 at 4 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Enjoy great food from Ashton Tap & Grill, drink fantastic beer (or other beverages — one free beer, wine or soda is included with your ticket purchase), play football themed games, and have fun. No excuses, no slacking, team! Lake Ashton residents are winners! No other Super Bowl parties can compete! Defeat is not an option because at this party, you play hard and celebrate hard! Don’t drop the ball — get your tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk starting January 10 after Monday Coffee for $25 with a check (LACDD), Visa, or MasterCard. 2022 FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW The 14th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show has a new date of March 19 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Lake Ashton Photographers and Artists can pick up entry forms and info at the Clubhouse Activities Desk after the new year. There will be a general informational meeting January 22 and entry forms are due February 4. Thanks to the excellent sponsors, there is no fee to enter your art and photography work. The show is open to all Lake Ashton residents — attendance is free and refreshments will be provided. 2022 SHOWCASE By Karen Nelson The countdown is on! The 2022 Showcase (formerly the Talent Show) will be presented on April 8 (opening night), April 9 (Saturday matinee), and April 9 (closing night). The cast and crew have been working diligently to create and present the Showcase — by Lake Ashton residents. Details to come! 30

GOLF LA NINERS By Diane Struble The Niners welcomed in December with an early holiday lunch of a pasta buffet that ended with red velvet cake on December 7 after a four-person scramble. A huge thank you to Vicki and crew who always go above and beyond to make these lunches special. Everyone was pleased with the 22 ladies who participated in the Member/Member tournament December 9 and 10. Everyone really enjoyed the experience, and hopefully there will be bigger numbers next year! There's plenty of excitement left in the winter schedule with scrambles, shambles, and five clubs along with postable score games. The annual Niners/Blue Man tournament will be held January 25 to January 26. This event is a scramble that gives both leagues the chance to play together, two males/two females, a guaranteed good time for all. Any questions about the league can be answered by Karen at 207-451-0143. Wishing everyone a safe and very happy 2022! LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The LAMGA 2022 season begins January 5 and promises to be another exciting year of fun, friendly and competitive events. The highlight of December was the annual meeting luncheon on December 1 preceded by a Pick Your Partner Best Ball Event. The 2022 Board was introduced following the conclusion of our November elections and is comprised of Rolly Geyer - President; Larry Wilson – Vice President; Don Connors – Treasurer; Tim Wayt – Tournament Chairman; Jacques Fleischmann – Secretary; and Paul Fichtman – Publicity Chairman. It’s that time of year again to join LAMGA for the 2022 season that kicks off on January 5. The league plays every Wednesday morning throughout the year. This year’s schedule includes many great formats with a large amount of Pick Your Partner/Pick Your Foursome events and a number of lunches included throughout the season. The highlight of the year is the Member/Guest Tournament March 10 — 12 for which details will be announced within the next couple of weeks. The $25 annual membership fee is one of the best bargains in Lake Ashton. Registration forms are available in the Pro Shop. If you have not signed up yet, get to the Pro Shop as soon as possible so you do not miss out on any of the fun competitions planned for the year. Once again in 2022, Red Hoagland Hyundai will sponsor the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge from January 1 through October 31. This very popular contest awards the top four LAMGA money winners during regular Wednesday league play with $80, $60, $40 & $20, respectively in Pro Shop credits. January’s schedule is: January 5: Pick Your Foursome, Best 3 Nets; January 12: Modified Net Stableford; January 19: Pick Your Foursome/Beat the Board, Best 3 Nets; and January 26: Pick Your 10 Holes that will Count. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Central Florida Visitors Center, Century 21, Chain of Lakes Refrigeration, Cherry Pocket, Chili’s, and Christine Graves Insurance. As always, the LALGA has had a very busy December. Not only do ladies play golf but We Care for Kids brought in 214 toys for the annual toy drive. Kudos to Nancy Zografos for her leadership of this activity. Thank you Lake Ashton! The Red Hoagland Challenge started this November and will run through the end of May. Those LALGA members who are the highest money winners will receive Pro Shop credits from Red Hoagland Hyundai in the denominations of 1st place $80, 2nd place $60, 3rd place $40 and 4th place $20. The following four women are the top money winners to date: Linda Franz $25.25, Janice Fleming $23.50, Sue Buss $22.00 and Deb Louder $20.25. The numbers are finally in and the Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament donated $34,692.06 to the Watson Clinic Foundation. A formal presentation will be made to the clinic in January. Again, thank you to the committee for its tireless work in making this tournament the best it can be and the Lake Ashton community for its support. This month the Pink Ribbon committee would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: Blue Thumb Pool Care, Bob Evans, Bock & Hoeft Custom Painting, Bok Tower, Bond Clinic, Brad Kirwan Real Estate, Brewer Sales & Service, Bunting, Tripp & Ingley, LLP, C & C Landscaping, Cammeo’s Salon, Carrabba’s, Celebration Golf Club, Celebrity Cruise Lines, If you make a holein-one, send your name, date, hole, and course number to be featured in the LA Times to valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com 33 Meet Sandra Hockenberry Sandy grew up in a small town in Western Pennsylvania called Kittanning. She attended Butler County College and became an LPN. She met John Milsom at a high school reunion and they have been together for the last 10 years. She and John are temporary snowbirds but they plan on making Lake Ashton their full time residence in the next year. As she said, they “found the light.” Sandy and John were looking for a pet friendly 55+ community, as they have two dogs, and they came across Lake Ashton. They drove through the front entrance and Sandy said, “It was like someone had sprinkled pixie dust on me.” She was hooked from the very first visit. They looked at homes one day, put a deposit down the next and went to the design center on the third, as they were returning to Pennslyvania. Sandy has been playing golf on and off for about 15 years but only played 9-hole games up north. She enjoys playing with the 18-holers especially since there is a variety of games played. In addition to golf, Sandy enjoys Bunco, Aqua Motion, her neighbors and traveling with a group of women whom she’s known for 25 years. They enjoy traveling all over the world. Welcome to the LALGA and Lake Ashton Sandy Hockenberry!

CLUBS BOCCE BALL By Vicki Creek Community Bocce Ball has become a very popular sport here at Lake Ashton. If you know the Lake Ashton Bocce Rules, you are welcome to join on the Bocce Courts located next to the Clubhouse on any Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 10:30 am. If you aren’t familiar with the rules please contact Carl and Linda Boast at 540-297-7336 for an introductory lesson. “Many a friendship has been made on the bocce courts!” Hope to see you there! CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock As the new year begins the Camera Club is looking forward to resuming a full schedule of outside activities and guest speakers. The January 10 meeting will feature a presentation by club member Ron McKie on using a DSLR camera for making videos. In February we have a boat trip scheduled on the chain of lakes. Additional activities are being planned. If you are a Lake Ashton resident who enjoys photography you are welcomed to attend the meetings which are held on the second Monday of the month at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema. CO-ED BOOK CLUB By Margie Dersham A few openings are available in the Coed Book Club held on the first Tuesday of each month at the Clubhouse/Card Room at 7 pm. For more information, contact Margie at 352-359-3029 or justrightsacres@gmail.com. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their next monthly meeting January 6 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. Social time with snacks is from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The inperson general meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. January speaker is Kait Thomson, Director of Government Relations and Community Engagement for Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida. Officer elections for Vice President, Treasurer, Parliamentarian, and two board seats (in-person only) will be held. A drawing will be held for four $25 gift cards (must be present in-person only to win). Please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. DUPL ICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Ballroom from 12:45 pm until approximately 3:30. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the Clubhouse Ballroom information wall. A partner is required. For assistance finding a partner email Dfuller627@yahoo.com. Recent results were: December 13: 1st Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 2nd Pauline Pare & Nelda Sedlacek, 3rd Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming December 6: 1st Graham Littlehales & Tom Fleming, 2nd Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 3rd Marion Nelson & dana Cunningham November 29: Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier, 2nd Marian Nelson & Dana Cunningham, 3rd Dana Griffiths & George Rogers November 22: 1st George Rogers & Don Fuller, 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 3rd Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier LA GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club Team welcomed many new members at the December meeting. Thank you. The next meeting is scheduled for January 12 at 10 am in the Pavilion. The meeting's focus will be on how to use pressed flowers/plants to create a lasting creation. Sil Wells presented ways to press and use them in many formats at the December meeting. From framed art, to bookmarks and even flowers on candles, it's a great way to keep enjoying the garden. Sil encourages individuals planning to attend the January meeting to begin pressing flowers/plants in a sturdy book, such as a phone book. The Garden Club wants this to be an exciting opportunity to try something new and chat with many garden gurus who attend. If attending, please bring the necessary materials of choice, whether a frame, marker, candle or any other material needed. Treats will be served. GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The next Genealogy Club meeting will be January 12 from 2 to 3:30 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Come have some fun looking for your ancestors. Bring your laptops/tablets if you’d like. Call Jane Imparl at 815-545-6655 for more info. GATHERING OF UPPER MIDWESTERN STATES By Cynthia Halde This invitation is a call-out to the residents, past or present, of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Wisconsin. For the last several years, LA residents connected to these states have gathered together to celebrate their geographic roots by coming together for some food (potluck) and fellowship. But, new coordinators are needed to continue. The date is set for February 18 in the HFC Community Room at 5:30 pm. Someone is needed to send out emails/phone calls, set up food list, tell HFC what/how tables should be set up, etc. We will be glad to go over what we did in the past. If no one volunteers to coordinate the potluck, it will be cancelled. At the very least we would like to update the records, so please pass along your thoughts and contact information to Cynthia Halde at 231-343-1847 or haldehaven@gmail.com. Please respond by January 12 and a final decision on whether it’s a go or no go will be communicated by e-blast in February and the February LA Times. LAND OF LINCOLN CLUB By Pat Bergstrom Illinois friends — meet at Carrabba's Italian Grill, 910 3rd Street SW, Winter Haven, on January 12 at 5 p.m. Please sign up for this event at the Clubhouse Information Wall no later than January 10. Anyone is welcome to this event. LA BELLES LUNCHEON By Pat Bergstrom The January luncheon will be held January 26 at 1 P.M. at the Harborside Restaurant, 2435 7th Street, SW, Winter Haven. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by January 24. Order and pay separately for your food. LA residents new and old, start the new year right by joining the Belles! Contact Birdie Sell at 630-992-6195 or Pat Bergstrom at 740-624-6903 with any questions. TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers The new time for Tuesday Party Bridge is now 1:45 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. Congratulations to the November/December top scorers (in order): November 16: Maffie Walter, Liz Leigh, Jerry Ryan, Chris Vergis. November 23: George Rogers, Kathy Ryan, Judy Mulhearn, Liz Leigh. November 30: George Rogers, Jeannine Connors, Julie DeMarois, Pauline Pare. December 7: Graham Littlehales, Linda Boast, Chris Verges, Char Walter. New players are always welcome. Email George Rogers at georgerogers4321@gmail.com or call 419-708-3320. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In December, the group of over 20 discussed several planned outings and get togethers. Gifts were wrapped for the Senior Orphans. Future plans include a Christmas get-together, potluck at the HFC, and lunch at Jacaranda in January. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on January 2.

LOOPLANDER CHARITY DONATION By Dana Rosendall The CLLEO luncheon group (Classy Looplander Ladies Eating Out) is made up of Women from the “Loopland” section of Lake Ashton – Stone Creek Loop, Heathland Lane and Ventana Lane. Each year this group “adopts” a local charity to support in lieu of a gift exchange. This year the group chose the Lake Wales Care Center. This year they set a goal that was higher than any previous year and thanks to the charitable spirit of this group, not only did we reach their goal, but they exceeded it! A check for $1350 was presented to the Care Center at the December monthly dinner. Great Job Loopanders! Pictured above: Linda Rosendall, Mike Morrow from Care Center and Ellen Rebo. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Annie Lutz Calling all Disney Fans! The Magic Years Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month (January 4). Due to an increase of members the monthly meetings were moved to 3 pm in the HFC Community Center. The Magic Years Club is open to all Lake Ashton residents who enjoy learning about and going to Disney World. Not all activities require park tickets. Please come to the meeting for more information on upcoming events. There are quite a few new members, and veteran members are always available to help with any questions. Events for the coming months will be discussed at the meeting, so bring a check or $10 per person to reserve your spot. Contact Annie Lutz or Joan Enslen with any questions. MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES If you are interested in playing on Fridays at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room, call Niru at 863-855-0075. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS LA TRAVELERS HOLIDAY CELEBRATION By Carolyn Bishop The LA Travelers have finished out 2021 with a November Rally at the nearby Cabana Club RV Resort and a December Home For The Holidays Dinner Dance at the Clubhouse. The November Rally was jammed packed with fun and fellowship at the new RV Resort in Auburndale. A Chain of Lakes boat tour was one of the highlights of the weekend. A competitive corn hole tournament had to take place inside due to some rainy weather and many also put on their creative caps and made some beautiful Holiday wreaths. John Tice and crew grilled up some delicious meals and fun and fellowship was had by all. The Home for the Holidays Dinner Dance completed the year right here at home with over 125 members celebrating this holiday season. DJ Wayne kept the party hopping and the very own LAdybug Quartet honored the group with some lovely Christmas songs. The C l u b i s c u r r e n t l y collecting dues for the 2022 season. Payments can be made at the Tuesday RV Socials in the Clubhouse Ballroom from 3:30 to 5 pm. Regular membership is $20/per home or Associate membership is $10 (if you no longer own an RV). The LA Travelers is a chapter of FMCA and you must have a FMCA membership to join this chapter. Travel: The only thing you buy that makes you richer. $7,495 995

LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club held their annual Christmas Party at the HFC on December 11. There were over 100 members and guests in attendance and it was an awesome night for everyone who enjoyed great food, sang Christmas carols with the LA Ashtones, and danced to music from the 60s-70s, performed by the LA Wrecking Crew. The January meeting will be held at the Clubhouse on January 26 from 4 to 6 pm. Social time will begin at 3:30. This month’s speaker will be JC Martin who is the Chairman of the Polk County Republican Executive Committee. He will discuss party priorities for 2022 and will officiate the election of officers. All members and LA residents are invited. Contact Brenda BushSayre, (813)313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com for more information. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Happy New Year! LA Rockers wishes all the members, potential members, friends, and admirers a happy, healthy, and productive 2022. December was wonderful. On December 1, the group learned to make pebble art — gluing small pebbles to larger rocks to create a scene or design. There are definitely some wonderful pebble artists in the group. The annual holiday cupcake party was held on December 15, and exchanged "Socks and Rocks" creations. In addition, more than enough painted rocks were created to donate holiday rocks to all the residents of the Brookdale Nursing Home on Cypress Gardens Blvd. The extra rocks were spread throughout the Lake Ashton Community in order to bring holiday cheer to LA neighbors. Come to the HFC Community Center on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm to meet a great group of people and learn to paint rocks. It’s free! There is no need for first timers to make a huge investment for supplies — you can borrow what you need. Upcoming meetings are January 12 and 26 — come see what the group is about! To do so, join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact either MJ Richards or Alice Mayer and let them know you are coming. Once again, happy 2022! SEW WHAT A ND SO MUCH MORE By Gretchen Frantz The name Sew What and So Much more reflects the great variety of crafts enjoyed by the members. The group meets every Thursday from 1 to 3 pm in the HFC craft room. Expanded beyond craft sewing, the Thursday afternoon sessions may include projects in knitting, crochet, card stitching, diamond dot painting, cross stitch, needlepoint, wreath making and so much more. The knitters and crocheters work year round making hats, scarves and afghans for charity. More than 450 hats have been delivered to schools in Lake Wales and Winter Haven, and dozens of lap robes and afghans to church and hospice organizations. Come and share your works in progress, refresh an old skill or learn something new with fellow crafters. LA WOODWORKERS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING By Fred Powell Lake Ashton Woodworkers will be holding their annual Membership meeting on January 17 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse after Monday Coffee. At this meeting the election of new officers will be held. Current members will need to sign the 2022 waiver form and pay the annual dues. Residents interested in joining should attend the meeting to sign up. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White The LA Swim Club is full of action! LASC members, Cathy Liska and Sharon Swanson, excelled at the 2021 Florida State Senior Games. They were among the top swimmers who competed December 11 and 12 in Coral Springs. Sharon and Cathy have qualified to compete at the National Championships in May, plus Cathy brought home a gold and two silver medals and Sharon swam three personal best times. Congratulations, ladies, and everyone wishes you fast swims at Nationals. The Florida State Games are 30-years-old this year and are part of the National Senior Games organization. Did you know that the FL Senior Games organization offers 21 sports or recreation activities through 19 regional games? Polk County offers one of those, but, unfortunately, the 2022 Polk Co. Games have cancelled all indoor events, including swimming, due to the pandemic. The Swim Club has donated a giant digital clock to the HFC pool. Most clocks are hard to see for many swimmers. This multi-function clock is highly visible and can help water exercise instructors, lap swimmers, water walkers, and swim club group workouts. The LA Swim Club invites you to come swim with them. Three group workouts are offered each week for anyone looking for great over all and injury free exercise, those who don't like to swim alone, and those looking for motivation to get fit and stay fit. All interest levels are welcome. See the HFC schedule for Club workout times. For more information, contact sandyw1994@aol.com. LA PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By Chuck Caesar Happy New Year from the Lake Ashton Pickleball Association! LAPA is excited to kick off the new year with a clinic for anyone interested in learning the game or improving their skills. The clinic will focus on basic skills but is perfect for others just wanting to brush up on their game for the new year. Calvin Eakins will lead the clinic on January 6, January 13, and January 20 at 2 pm. This is a great way to learn the rules of the game, improve your pickleball skills, and meet new people. The second event will be the annual meeting on January 25 at the HFC. It will include a potluck dinner. For those planning to attend there is a signup sheet at the HFC. At the annual meeting, officers for the 2022 year will be elected, a financial update will be provided, and any other issues of concern to the members will be discussed. If you are interested in serving as an 39 officer in the LAPA, please let one of the current officers, Calvin Eakins, Lisa Savala or Chuck Caesar, know. Also, please let them know if there are any topics that you would like included on the agenda for the meeting. Thank you to the members of the CDD board for authorizing the improvements to the fences around the pickleball courts. This has really improved play. LAPA is looking forward to a great year and many new pickleball friendships! LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves Next Meeting: January 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse Ballroom, near the stage. You are invited to come check the group out and help to support veterans. There are several activities and fundraisers scheduled for 2022. The first event of the year is our Community Tag Sale (Garage Sale) in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The Community Tag Sale will be open to the public and will be held on March 26. It is a great opportunity for you to sell your unwanted items – perhaps even some of those holiday gifts that you really wish you had not received! Please — no clothing donations. Share a table with a friend or donate some of your items to the LAVA Auxiliary. The donated items will be sold and the money will benefit the veterans. Table rentals are $25 and will go on sale February 1. As always, LAVA Auxiliary could never do as much for the veterans without the help and support of the wonderful Lake Ashton Neighbors. Visit the Clubhouse hallway to admire this quilt created by LA residents Maxine Ritter, Pat Howe, Terri Mattocks, Jackie Tice, JoAnne Malcolm, Nancy D’Herin, Pam Fex, Rosalie Freudenberger, Leslie Kennedy, Marie King, Judy Robertson, Margaret Guilliam, Marsha Martin, Lorna Ashton, Betty Turpin, and Nancy Hallfin. Each season a new quilt along with a sign identifying the contributing quilters will be displayed, showcasing the talented residents of Lake Ashton.

MIND&BODY CLUBHOUSE FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION January 10 at 1 pm. Please sign up on the online form or at the information wall in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LAKE ASHTON CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES (LACES) "Lace up" and come down to the Clubhouse Ballroom January 26 at 1 pm to learn the real meaning of Arbor Day. UF/IFAS will teach residents about community forest canopy, the benefits society gains from a healthy and diverse forest canopy, and the steps residents can take to help protect and enhance the community forest. Sign up for this free class at the Clubhouse Activities Wall or the online sign-up form sent out via email blast. EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY! Explore the medium of water color with guest artist Freddie Combs. Join a day long workshops in water color techniques on January 14, February 18, March 18 at the HFC. For registration, supply list and information, contact the HFC Activities Desk (863595-1562 or kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com). BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr January 8 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Icy Lake Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. ONSPOT DERMATOLOGY OnSpot is a mobile, full-service dermatology practice with four full examination rooms that will be located in the HFC parking lot. They provide skin cancer screenings, MOHS surgery, biopsies, liquid nitrogen and mole removals, cosmetic dermatology, and more. They accept all major insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. OnSpot Dermatology will be at the HFC for the first time on January 21. More information will be provided in an email blast closer to the date. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald, certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone is held Saturdays at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor pool. Water fitness programs provide low-impact activity that takes the pressure off your bones, joints and muscles. Water offers a natural resistance which can help strengthen your muscles. Aquatic exercise can have several health benefits such as improved heart health, reduced stress and improved muscular endurance and strength. And, it is fun! Ladies and gentlemen are welcome! There is no sign-up required and the class is free. Bring a friend and start the New Year’s off with a new activity. Class duration is 45 minutes. See you at the pool! CARING FOR THE CAREGIVERS 40 February 18 is National Caregivers Day and caregivers of Lake Ashton are invited to join Cornerstone Hospice for a presentation discussing the impact of caregiving and identifying ways to facilitate healthy caregiving and resources. Snacks will be provided. The presentations will be February 18 at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema and February 22 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign-up at the Activities Desk or on the online sign-up form.

CALLING ALL TAPPERS! The Tap Jammers meet every Friday at 10 am in the HFC Sport Court. The goal of Tap Jammers is to review steps, refine technique, and share fun camaraderie. You don’t have to be an accomplished tap dancer to participate, but you must have basic knowledge of tap dancing. Please note: this is not for the beginner level tap dancer. For more information, please contact Tap Jammer Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Date & Time: Thursdays, 1 p.m. Location: HFC LA DANCE CLASSES: NIGHT CLUB TWO STEP Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Night Club Two Step is NOT like the Country Two Step! It is a Ballroom dance that can be danced to many different styles of music. Classes are held Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center on January 3, 10, 17, and 24. FREE and no partner needed! WOMEN’ S BIBLE STUDY Women of Lake Ashton - Consider adding the Women’s Bible Study to your 2022 calendar! We meet every Wednesday morning at 10:00 - 11:45 at the HFC Community Center. We welcome all levels of Bible knowledge and encourage you to join in our study of the Book of Exodus. Class resumes again on January 5th. Bring your Bible and join in the group discussions, workbook lessons, music and fellowship as you meet new friends and study God's Word. More information from Louise Gilla at 863-514-4015. MEN’S BIBLE STUDY The Men’s Bible Study would like to welcome back snowbirds and new residents, and invite you to join the weekly meetings every Tuesday. Fellowship is from 10 to 10:30 am with discussion from 10:30 to noon. The group is non-denominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. The group meets face-to-face at the HFC and offer a Zoom connection for those who prefer not to meet face-to-face. Currently stories from the Old Testament are being studied. Verses are read and questions pertaining to the story are discussed. There is an open, positive, educational, and voluntary dialogue. You don’t need to be a theologian to join. You’ll find that as you examine your faith, you learn more about God & yourself. Please contact Bob Ring at 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com, or Jim Brendemuehl, 815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com. 42

Live Entertainment Returns to Lake Ashton! Lake Ashton Presents DUELING PIANOS FEBRUARY 25 2022 FEATURED SHOWS 7 pm Showtimes Premium Tickets: $25 Regular Tickets: $20 Tickets on Sale January 4 at STARS & STRIPES MAY 6 the Clubhouse Activities Desk (Bring your Lake Ashton Resident Photo ID to purchase with Visa, MasterCard, or Check Payable to LACDD) Get your requests ready on FEBRUARY 25, and sing along to wild night of DUELING PIANOS where you decide the entertainment! KAZUAL will captivate your rhythmic senses by blending harmonious sound with their intoxicating vocals and dancing on APRIL 14! Travel back in time to the ‘60s on APRIL 22 with the PAISLEY CRAZE FLOWER POWER SPRING SHOW, a five-piece band playing the hits of the decade. JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS will pay tribute to veterans MAY 6 with STARS & STRIPES … a stirring evening of patriotic music, comedy, performance and spectacle. PAISLEY CRAZE APRIL 22 KAZUAL APRIL 14

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter December 2021 Holiday Cheer IS IN THE AIR THIS YEAR! Simply the Best! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES January Issue Deadline: December 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ DECEMBER 2021 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Annie Toth, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom with your friends and neighbors. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! DECEMBER 6 Birthdays and Anniversaries Blast from the Past with David Harrison Roundtable Discussion with Bruce Lyon with the Winter Haven Economic Development Council Featured Vendor: Christine Graves Insurance DECEMBER 13 Bite Me Monday - Bring Donations for the Polk County Humane Society Christmas Songs with Victory Ridge Featured Speaker - Ritz Theatre Featured Vendors - AdventHealth, Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, and Denise Tessier Law Firm Holiday Celebration (Sock Exchange, Ugly Sweater Contest, Gingerbread House Competition). Celebrate the upcoming holidays with friends and neighbors. Free cookies and coffee for all attendees! Donuts will be available for $1 each. All residents will be given a chance to win door prizes and there will be special prizes given out for winners of the Ugly Sweater and Gingerbread House Contests. DECEMBER 20 - NO MONDAY COFFEE (Board of Supervisors Meeting) Peanut Butter Monday Bloodmobile in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. Photo IDs required. DECEMBER 27 NO MONDAY COFFEE — Happy Holidays! Monday Coffee will resume January 3 IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 32 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, December 20 9:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, January 21, 2022 9 am — HFC CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St. Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 10 am to 8 pm Sunday (Brunch 10 am to 3 pm) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week TRASH PICKUP DECEMBER 25 - NO CHANGE The holiday does not impact the regular service schedule for Lake Ashton residents. Lake Wales residents will put their trash out Thursday evening for pickup on Friday and Winter Haven residents will put their trash out on Sunday evening for pickup on Monday morning, as usual. HAVE VISITORS? December is a traditional time for residents to host family and friends. Remember, when you see a visiting grandchild, they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Residents: please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other Clubhouse amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be 6 NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: December 15 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays 1 to 3 pm (1st, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays) 10 am to 2 pm (3rd Wednesday during the Monthly Market) BOOKMOBILE December 8 and 22, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) Clubhouse West Parking Lot HOLIDAY CLOSINGS • DECEMBER 24: ASHTON TAP & GRILL WILL CLOSE AT 4 PM. THE CLUBHOUSE OFFICES AND HFC OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY IN OBSERVANCE OF CHRISTMAS DAY. • DECEMBER 31: ASHTON TAP & GRILL WILL CLOSE AT 4 PM THE CLUBHOUSE AND HFC OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY IN OBSERVANCE OF NEW YEAR’S DAY. considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities, but is not required. Anyone using amenities at the Clubhouse or HFC should have a Lake Ashton Resident ID Card or Facilities Guest Pass. Register guests at either Activities Desk during business hours. Residents must bring at least one adult guest to sign the form. Renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on January 12, 2022 at 2 pm at the Clubhouse. Anyone new to Lake Ashton is welcome to attend. Please sign up at either Activities Desk, or on the online signup form. 7

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director It's the most wonderful time of the year at Lake Ashton. Enjoy time with friends and family while basking in the beautiful Florida sun this holiday season. The community entrance and Clubhouse are decked out with lights and holiday décor to add to the festivity of the season. There are several activities scheduled to celebrate the holidays with family and friends, such as the Christmas Dinner Dance, Holidays Around the World, the Annual Holiday Parade and a New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball in the Ballroom. Some of the most rewarding community holiday traditions involve volunteering and giving to those in need. Think about donating to a local charity (there are several 501 c(3) charities in Lake Ashton), dropping off a gift to the Caring Tree, volunteering your time at a local food bank, or helping out a friend or neighbor in need. While it is the traditional season for celebrating, some in the community are in emotional pain and struggling to get through the month. Grieving friends and neighbors can use some extra care during the holidays. Those who have recently lost loved ones can be helped by others being supportive and inclusive. Suggestions from hospice professionals: invite a neighbor along to a community celebration, ask if they are interested in volunteering, offer to help with decorating or baking, send a special holiday card, or be willing to listen. Lake Ashton is known for being a caring community and there is no better time of year to care for thy neighbor. The LACDD Board of Supervisors met on November 15 and approved the purchase of a new security golf cart, the recovering of the Restaurant awning with a waterproof vinyl awning, and a one-time vegetation clean-up of an area near hole number 5, bordering Lake Ashton, on the East Golf Course. A wrap up report was sent out on November 17 via email. Residents that did not receive this information email cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com to request a copy. The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be on December 20 at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Residents are encouraged to attend. Meeting agendas and minutes are posted on lakeashtoncdd.com. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff Supervisors and Staff would like to wish everyone a Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, and Happy Boxing Day. Our wish is that by sharing traditions with friends and neighbors this holiday season, the bonds created will last for years to come. YOUR EXPERIENCES IN THE COMMUNITY ARE MEANT TO BE AS PLEASANT AND MEMORABLE AS POSSIBLE. PLEASE TAKE A MINUTE TO LET STAFF KNOW HOW THEY ARE DOING. A RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM AND SUGGESTION BOX IS AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE COMMUNITY DIRECTOR’S OFFICE IN THE CLUBHOUSE. THERE IS ALSO A REPAIR REQUEST FORM LOCATED IN THE CLUB OFFICE. IF YOU NOTICE ANY AMENITIES IN NEED OF REPAIR, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM AND TURN INTO THE CLUB OFFICE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 9 AM TO 5 PM. 8 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Harry Krumrie, Assistant Secretary Restaurant 407.766.9237, hkrumrie@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: 2nd Monday, 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director Happy Holidays from the Board of Supervisors of LA II CDD, staff and volunteers! 2021 hasn’t been without new challenges relating in some way to COVID for everyone. We missed our Canadian residents for 11 out of the 12 months this year, but some are now back “home”. Your LA II CDD Board of Supervisors has approved the replacement of the Fitness Room, Sports Court and Racquetball Court floors, also the repairing and grading of the cart path near the driving range, and the repair of specific areas along both lanes of Ashton Boulevard as well as on Pebble Beach Boulevard. The HFC and Gate House will be painted, and 2 hand dryers will be added. These project schedules will be sent out in eblasts to allow residents ample notification. The December Board meeting was cancelled, with the next meeting scheduled for January 21, 2022. Don’t forget The Holiday Party on December 3rd with the Rusty Trumpet Band at the HFC! Bring your own snacks and beverages and start out the holiday celebrations! The double elimination Holiday Classic Corn Hole Tournament will take place on Tuesday, December 7th. Bring your munchies or even lunch and beverages and enjoy the day of corn hole whether you play or cheer on your favorite team! The Activities Office will be closed on Friday, December 24th and Friday, December 31st because of the holidays. Check your calendars, however, as private activities may be planned for those days. A listing will be posted at the desk. Please stay healthy and enjoy every minute of the holiday season. Stop over to the HFC and have some ice cream on Fridays. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, & Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com 10

LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE By Shelley Miller At a recent Monday Coffee Meeting, several officials from Lake Wales briefed the LA residents about the new residential development at Rt. 27 and Thompson Nursery Road. On October 26 an informational meeting was held at the Clubhouse to address the concerns of the residents of Lake Ashton of the upcoming housing developments and their impact on the community. This meeting resulted in the formation of the LACAC to advocate for changes to ensure the safety and welfare of residents. A steering committee has been charged with getting more data about these future changes and their impact on Lake Ashton. This group feels that proactive dialogue with decision makers is needed now before the plans are finalized, and would like to have residents of Lake Ashton to join in on this endeavor. Residents are encouraged to email ideas, suggestions, and input of any kind (even just a note indicating your support for this ef fort) to LakeAshtonCommunityAction@gmail.com. A community meeting for all residents is planned for January to field concerns, questions, and ask for help in bringing concerns to the attention of those who are decision-makers. Look for the meeting date in the January LA Times. CONSERVATION AREAS The conservation areas adjacent to some homes in Lake Ashton are protected by a permit with the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD). The clearing or trimming of any trees or vegetation beyond rear property lines is prohibited as these conservation areas lie within LACDD (District) property. The permit identifies the District as the sole manager of these areas, and as such, the District is responsible for maintaining them in their natural state in perpetuity per the permit. These areas were part of the original integral design of the community and cannot be altered from their native state. In addition to ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS trimming and clearing of trees or vegetation, please be sure there is no yard art, garden furniture, bird feeders, non-native plantings, or plant trimmings in these areas. Any encroachment into this conservation area that requires remediation may necessitate correction at homeowner’s expense. No maintenance in these areas should be conducted without first contacting staff. If you are unsure if any area near your home is a conservation area or if you have concerns or questions, contact Christine at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. Thank you for your assistance in keeping Lake Ashton beautiful and in compliance with SWFWMD. AQUATIC EDUCATION CORNER - WHAT IS A STORMWATER RETENTION POND? photos by Dennis Krupinski Stormwater ponds are man made features located in your neighborhood. Retention ponds are sometimes mistaken for lakes. Retention ponds play a unique role in managing surface water quantity and quality. Stormwater retention ponds are designed and constructed to reduce flooding during high water periods – they are not designed to hold water on a regular basis. They also trap sediments and other large solids carried by runoff from roads, parking lots and lawns. In addition to sediments, stormwater ponds also collect a number of other pollutants such as bacteria, oils, fertilizers, heavy metals and organic contaminants such as animal wastes, pesticides and herbicides. The stagnant water allows heavier contaminants, such as solids or metals, to sink to the bottom of the pond and eventually become bottom layer sediments. The retained water naturally filters the contaminants and returns clean water to nearby streams or wetlands. Some of the retention ponds have outfall structures that allow the water to slowly drain to another location. $7,495 995

CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock Winter Haven. All gifts are distributed to seniors residing in Polk County. All gifts need to be turned in to the HFC by December 8. Thank you to all of the Lake Ashton residents who have donated their new, unwrapped gifts for the Caring Tree so far. Every gift means someone in need in the Lake Wales area will have a much brighter holiday season. You are not restricted to only buying what's on the tag. They are only a suggestion. Feel free to buy whatever you feel the recipient would enjoy. Gift cards are always welcome, especially for teenagers. Leave your gift cards with the activities desk staff. Please remember that the last day to bring in your gift is December 17. This will allow time to distribute the items. BE A SANTA TO A SENIOR By Kathryn Jusaites Stop by the HFC and take a tag off the tree and BE A SANTA TO A SENIOR sponsored by Home Instead of HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE For the month of December non-perishable food donations will be accepted all month long to be donated to Lake Wales Care Center. Please drop off donations to the Ballroom Kitchen in the Clubhouse. TOYS FOR TOTS By Fred & Cynthia Halde Did you know that the "Toys for Tots of Polk County" won special recognition last year for its contribution of toys for the community? Did you know that Lake Ashton was a significant contributor of toys to this cause? Did you know the Toys for Tots box is now up and open in the HFC and will be till the middle of December? Well, now you know! Lake Ashton is such a great and generous community, so the hope is you will again respond with your gifts and put a smile on the face of a child this holiday. It’s off to a great start! May the giving continue. Many thanks, Lake Ashton! Questions? Call 231-343-0638. MEDIA CENTER NEWS By Mary Blue The Media Center volunteers would like to welcome all the new and returning winter residents. The Media Center is for everyone's use. Taking out books is on the honor system. No checkout needed. Please return books and puzzles and place on the cart for the volunteers to reshelve. All donations are appreciated, however, because of space we do not take cookbooks, medical books, or books that are not in good condition. If you have a large donation, please let us know before bringing them to the media center. Call the office or Mary Blue at 605 261 4416. We are especially in need of any large print books you would like to donate. Enjoy the media center! WILLS WHAT IS “BEST OF HAVEN?” Best Attorney TRUSTS ELDER LAW Each year in August The Haven Magazine asks its readers who, in their opinion, is the best in Polk County. There are over 100 categories, one of which is Attorneys. Readers must go to the link, find the category, and type in their selection. WE’RE GRATEFUL TO OUR CLIENTS WHO’VE VOTED US THE BEST! 15 863.676.6000 www.lakewaleslaw.net 240 E. Park Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 2021 Best Of HAVEN

Wildlife Corner Photo & Article By Barbara Ann Comer The Northern Cardinal, a familiar and favorite bird of many, adorns numerous Christmas cards this time of year. Mrs. Cardinal may not be a Christmas-cardcover bird like her husband, but she is a subtle beauty in her own right with lovely hues of olive and tan tinged with red. She is one of the few female North American songbirds that actually sings! Many Lake Ashton residents do not realize what a common year-round bird this is in Florida. Residents who landscape with native plants, providing natural cover in their backyards, could be treated with a nesting pair. However, be prepared for them to attack their reflections in your house windows or your car's mirrors. It can be a battle to get them to stop their daily attacks once they have spotted a supposed interloper! Northern Cardinals are easily seen at Bok Tower Gardens at the bird feeder near the Window by the Pond. JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. This month outlines some of the General Usage policies at the Clubhouse and HFC. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Questions regarding these policies can be directed to LACDD Community Director Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or LAIICDD Community Dir ector Mary Bosman (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). AMENITY POLICIES – GENERAL USAGE CONDUCT: Individuals using the Amenity Facilities are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible, respective, courteous and safe manner, in compliance with all Policies/provisions and rules of the Districts governing the Amenity Facilities. Violation of the District(s) Policies and/or misuse or destruction of Amenity Facilities equipment may result in the suspension or termination of Amenity Facilities privileges with respect to the offending Individual. CONFLICTS: Conflicts between Amenity users should be referred to Staff or security. Under no circumstances should verbal or physical confrontation occur between Amenity users. ALCOHOL: All persons must be twenty-one (21) years of age to consume alcohol at any Amenity Facility, and must do so in a responsible manner. In regards to LA CDD’s Clubhouse: no alcohol may be brought into the physical structure of the Clubhouse, adjoining outdoor patio and pool deck. Alcoholic beverages held and/or consumed within the physical structure of the Clubhouse, adjoining outdoor patio and pool deck must be purchased through the holder of the liquor license registered with the State of Florida to serve alcoholic beverages at 4141 Ashton Club Drive, Lake Wales, Florida. Any registered holder of said liquor license shall be required to provide the Amenity Manager with an applicable certificate of insurance naming the District as an additional named insured. In regards to LAII’s Community Center: The Community Center Amenity Manager may approve consumption of alcohol for events held at the Community Center by a vendor who is in possession of a valid liquor license and proof of insurance. See Section XI(vi) regarding the Community Center herein for more specific information regarding alcohol at the Community Center. AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... The Area’s Largest Selection of Furniture...at the Best Price...ALWAYS! Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation Choose from over Customize without Compromise! 2000 fabrics & leathers model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 17 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2021 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1348 11/21

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Keith Stevens May your holiday season be one of the best ever for you and your family. For your board of directors, the holiday season is one of the busiest of the entire year. Annual assessment invoices must be sent and details of the coming annual meeting and election must be finalized. In addition, this year there is preparation for the vote by members on proposed changes to the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). It is expected for that vote to be at the annual meeting in February. The board and its legal counsel are working with the CC&R committee to put the final text in order and to assure that the voting procedure will be in accord with Florida law and the Lake Ashton governing documents. The board approved the annual budget at the November board meeting. The budget for fiscal 2022 will be $60,983. A copy of the budget is available for the asking at the HOA office or by calling the HOA office at 863.325.0065. The annual assessment will be $60, the same as last year. Lake Wales HOA members will be receiving their assessment invoice in December. Payment is due January 1 and assessments not paid by February 15 will be considered late and be subject to a late fee of $25 plus interest and administrative fees. Lake Ashton has an exemplary history of very few late payments. The delinquency rate for assessments in the community is usually less than one percent. It's another reason Lake Ashton is "simply the best". The management company, Don Asher & Associates, will be sending out the assessment statements with a coupon to mail in your payment. Alternately, for those who have set-up their on-line account on the Lake Ashton website, they can pay via credit card. Credit card payments will be assessed a small convenience fee. For those who have not set-up their on-line account, please contact admin@lakeashtonhoa.org if you desire to create your online account. In addition to the year-end tasks, the regular tasks continue. The compliance focus for December is mold, mildew and stains. Compliance officers will be looking at homes, awnings, driveways and the like for evidence of stains and mildew or mold that should be cleaned. The board thanks the Members for their cooperation in addressing and correcting issues found in the monthly compliance focus. This is also the season to consider volunteering to become a director for the HOA board. If you would like to nominate someone for director or you would like to volunteer to serve, please contact the HOA office (863.325.0065) or contact nomination committee chair David Greer. Again, happy holidays from your HOA Board of Directors. 10 19

SAFETY All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief Safety On Wheels (Courtesy of Law Enforcement) Being safe in our vehicle is important, but also avoiding issues that could make us a target for criminal activity. A few simple ways to stay safe: • Always roll up the windows and lock your doors when you leave your car • Glance inside of the vehicle prior to opening the door to be sure nothing is amiss. • If you think someone is following do not go home —drive to the nearest police or fire station to get help. • Do not pick up hitchhikers (and never hitchhike). • When stopping at a light, leave enough room between you and the vehicle in front in case someone approaches in a threatening manner and you need to pull out! • Drivers get angry if someone tailgates or cuts them off. Let a tailgater pass. Don’t be drawn in to a “test of wills”. CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are                                                once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). SAFEGUARD YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION ON SHARED COMPUTERS Please remember to log out of all online accounts when you are finished using the computers in the Media Center. This includes email providers, shopping sites, and social media accounts. In the interest of your safety and security, passwords should never be saved on shared computers. Please see Staff if you have any questions. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 21

MOVIES MOVIE TIMES: 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 DECEMBER 1 — 2 (NO 7 PM MOVIE DECEMBER 1) LANSKY 2021 | R | 1h 59min Language, violence, sexual references. A renowned but down-on-his-luck writer (Sam Worthington) has the opportunity of a lifetime when he receives a surprise call from Meyer Lansky (Harvey Keitel). For decades, authorities have been trying to locate Lansky's alleged fortune and this is their last chance to capture the aging gangster before he dies. With the FBI close behind, the Godfather of organized crime reveals the untold truth about his life as the notorious boss of Murder Inc. and the National Crime Syndicate. DECEMBER 7 — 9 THE POWER OF THE DOG 2021 | R | 2h 7min Adult themes, language, sexual content, nudity. A domineering rancher (Benedict Cumberbatch) responds with mocking cruelty when his brother brings home a new wife (Kirsten Dunst) and her son, until the unexpected comes to pass. DECEMBER 14 — 16 DEAR EVAN HANSEN 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 17min Suggestive material, brief strong language. The brea t h t ak i ng , generation-defining Broadway phenomenon becomes a soaring cinematic event as Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt reprises his role as an anxious, isolated high 22 22 schooler aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social-media age. DECEMBER 21 — 23 JUNGLE CRUISE 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 7min Adventure violence. Inspired by the classic Disneyland ride, this actionadventure follows persevering scientist Lily Houghton (Emily Blunt) in her search for a fabled tree with healing properties -- a quest that takes her into the Amazon jungle with an intrepid riverboat captain (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson). DECEMBER 28 — 30 DON’T LOOK UP 2021 | R | 2h 25min Language, some sexual content, nudity, and drug content. An astronomy grad student (Jennifer Lawrence) and her professor (Leonardo DiCaprio) make an astounding discovery of a comet orbiting within the solar system. It's on a direct collision course with Earth, but no one really seems to care. Turns out warning mankind about a planet-killer the size of Mount Everest is an inconvenient fact to navigate. Also stars Timothee Chalamet, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, Cate Blanchett, Mark Rylance, and more. Special Holiday Movie Showing December 24 at 3 pm THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL 1992 | G | 1h 25min Bring your popcorn, a beverage, and come in your golf cart or car to the Clubhouse East Parking Lot (weather permitting) to watch the Muppet characters tell their version of the classic tale of an old and bitter miser's redemption on Christmas Eve. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC) & 3 PM DECEMBER 3 CHRISTMAS IN CONNECTICUT 1945 | NR | 1h 41min Barbara Stanwyck plays Elizabeth Lane, a magazine columnist who touts herself as a blissful wife, mother and expert homemaker living on an idyllic Connecticut farm. Trouble is, it's all a lie. When her publisher (Sydney Greenstreet) cooks up a scheme to boost circulation by having Elizabeth entertain a war veteran (Dennis Morgan) on Christmas Eve, will her charade unravel? DECEMBER 10 ( NO 3 PM MOVIE) TRAPPED IN PARADISE 1994 | PG-13 | 1h 54min Fresh out of prison, Alvin (Dana Carvey) and Dave Firpo (Jon Lovitz) pull their brother Bill (Nicolas Cage) back into a life of crime. But the siblings' foolproof bank heist takes a tailspin when Alvin gets lost in the getaway car. That's how the criminal nitwits wind up trapped in the snowbound burg of Paradise, Pa., on Christmas Eve with a bag full of stolen cash. With suspicious police on one side and hospitable townsfolk on the other, could a change of heart be far away? DECEMBER 17 HOLIDAY INN 1944 | NR | 1h 41min Bing Crosby croons to the tune of the Oscar-winning "White Christmas" in Irving Berlin's love triangle romantic comedy. Tired of the bright lights of showbiz, Jim Hardy (Crosby) retires to the countryside to become a farmer. He converts the farm into the Holiday Inn, open only on holidays, then competes against his pal (Fred Astaire) for a singer-dancer's (Marjorie Reynolds) affection. NO MOVIES DECEMBER 24 & 31 23

EVENTS NIGHTMARE ON THE LAKE By Cheryl Winchester The Lake Ashton Performing Arts Corporation (LAPAC) would like to thank all the residents of Lake Ashton that supported the haunted house event. This was a large undertaking and all of you helped in making a huge success. Big thanks also goes out to all of the Lake Ashton organizations that made the trick or treat tables exciting and fun with plenty of treats! None of this would have been possible without all of you. With the profits, LAPAC is able to move forward and start prepping for the 2022 Showcase on April 8 and 9. From the casts’ hearts of the haunted house, thank you very much! RUSTY TRUMPET HOL IDAY PARTY AT THE HFC Enjoy a night of festive music from your local band Rusty Trumpet December 3 from 7 to 10 pm at the HFC. Dance along to the greats with your friends and neighbors while in the holiday spirit. Table reservations are sold out but some seating will be available, but it is limited to first come first serve. Q&A WITH RES IDENT AUTHOR Join resident David Cline in the Cinema on December 6 at 10:30 am as he discusses the making of his fiction novel, "Capitol Corruption". The murder suspense novel highlights a battle between good and evil while showing how good people fight corruption by working together. Sign up using the online sign-up form or on the activities wall in the Ballroom, as space is limited to 55 people. HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD Celebrate Holidays Around the World December 10 at 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom! Stations representing the below countries will feature common holiday foods, and traditional music from these world holidays will be played by a live DJ. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a Visa, MasterCard, or check for $30. Italy: Lasagna Bolognese Kenya: Mashed Sweet Potatoes Colombia: Beef Empanadas America: Sliced Turkey with Gravy Israel: Latkes and Jelly Doughnuts Canada: Butter Tarts Monday Coffee &Holiday Cheer Three fun events to get you in the holiday spirit will take place at a fun-filled Monday Coffee December 13 at 9 am. Other holiday-themed games will be played, so get your holiday game face on! Sign up for the below at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or the online activities form. Ugly Sweater Contest — wear the ugliest most festive holiday sweater you can make or find. The resident with the best sweater will win a $20 gift card to Ashton Tap & Grill. Holiday Sock Exchange - Share your holiday Spirit by bringing a brand-new pair of holiday socks (both men’s and women’s socks) filled with goodies (individually wrapped sweets, gag gifts, ornaments, etc.) to exchange by playing a fun game with friends and neighbors. Gingerbread House Contest – Build the sweetest home you can and bring it in to Monday Coffee — your friends and neighbors will vote for their favorite house. The house with the most votes wins a $20 gift card to Ashton Tap & Grill! LA Cruise-In DECEMber 11 10 am — 1 pm and coffee, with a cash bar available. The great Rusty Trumpet Band will provide the entertainment. Tickets are on sale for $35/person at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Help with decorating and clean up would be garden salad, French rolls, chocolate cake, apple pie, iced tea, water, START YOUR ENGINES AND ROLL ON DOWN TO THE CLUBHOUSE WEST PARKING LOT FOR: greatly appreciated — leave your name and number with Jackie or Lynn. Looking forward to seeing you all there! • classic & modern cars • live music CAST AND CREW CALL FOR 2022 SHOWCASE By Karen Nelson Attention current and potential cast and crew members for the 2022 Showcase! It’s time to get together and determine our cast and crew. The Showcase is scheduled for April 7, 8, and 9, 2022. The cast and crew call meeting is November 18 from 3:30 to 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This will enable everyone to learn who is able to return for the 2022 Showcase, and where new cast and crew are needed. Rehearsals are anticipated after the first of the year, likely February 2022. Please consider joining the group and letting everyone know your talents and areas of interest in order to prepare the next Showcase. Looking forward to seeing you on November 18 in the Ballroom. PRIZES AWARDED FOR: BEST CLASSIC (PRE-1979) BEST MODERN (POST-1979) CROWD FAVORITE SIGN YOUR CAR UP AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK AND INDICATE IF YOU WANT YOUR CAR TO BE JUDGED. PARKING WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE IN THE EAST PARKING LOT & GOLF CART PARKING WILL BE IN THE CIRCLE DRIVE THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS: GESSLER CLINIC, PERFORMANCE PLUS GOLF CARTS

HOLIDAY CLASSIC CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT Back by popular demand, HFC will be holding a Holiday Classic Cornhole Tournament on December 7 from 9 am to 2 pm with an hour break for lunch at 11am. It will consist of 2 player teams and single eliminations. Hopefully this event will be filled with 24 teams. Stop by the HFC today to sign up your team! ENTERTAINMENT BY THE ASHTONES Lake Ashton’s own "Ashtones" quartet will be serenading table side at Ashton Tap & Grill on December 14 from 5 to 8 pm. They will sing a lot of Christmas carols as well as some gospel and some "oldies" four-part harmony. These are the same guys who sang the National Anthem for the Orlando Magic basketball game. Don, Marlon, Jerry and Danny look forward to seeing you there! CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Faith Xtreme Choir will be performing a Christmas concert "A Light in the Darkness" for Lake Ashton December 15 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This is a multimedia event as they tell the Christmas Story through music, pictures, videos and stories from the Bible. Please stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to pick up your free ticket. Seating is first come first served. There is no charge for this concert, but donations are encouraged and will be collected at the concert. All money raised will be used by Faith Xtreme to purchase gifts for underprivileged children and stuffed animals for nursing home residents. HOLIDAY GOLF CART PARADE It’s that time of year again, time to start pulling down the decorations and adorning your golf cart with Holiday Cheer! Golf carts, bicycles, pets, specialty cars and walkers are all welcome. The parade will be held December 17. Line up begins at the HFC at 5:30 pm and the parade kicks off at 6. The parade will end at the Clubhouse where there will be light refreshments and a sing-a-long with the LAdybugs Quartet. The route will go from the HFC along Pebble Beach Blvd, turn right on Torrey Pines then left on Dunmore, right on Limerick then right on Dunmore again. Right on Ashton Club Blvd to the Clubhouse. A few volunteers are needed. Please contact Carolyn Bishop at 919-606-8844 or cbbishop61@gmail.com. Thank you to this year’s sponsors: Art’s Carts, Tessier Law Firm, and Southwood Garage Doors. LA ASHTONETTES By Gina Krall The LA Ashtonettes have lead the Christmas Parade for many years marching and twirling from the HFC to the Clubhouse. Any former majorettes are welcome to join for this year's parade. Text Gina at 443.783.6191 or email ginakrall@yahoo.com if you are interested. SCHEDULE YOUR 2022 ACTIVITIES AT THE HFC! Residents who currently have recurring activities booked at the HFC can renew them for the 2022 year DECEMBER 1 — 3. New reservations for activities in 2022 can be scheduled DECEMBER 6 — 8. Residents can show up between 8 am and 4 pm on the above corresponding days. There will be an hour lunch break for staff at 11 am. There will be an email blast sent out with more details. Live Entertainment Returns to Lake Ashton! DUELING PIANOS FEBRUARY 25 Lake Ashton Presents 2022 FEATURED SHOWS 7 pm Showtimes Premium Tickets: $25 Regular Tickets: $20 Tickets on Sale January 4 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk STARS & STRIPES MAY 6 (Bring your Lake Ashton Resident Photo ID to purchase with Visa, MasterCard, or Check Payable to LACDD) Get your requests ready on FEBRUARY 25, and sing along to wild night of DUELING PIANOS where you decide the entertainment! KAZUAL will captivate your rhythmic senses by blending harmonious sound with their intoxicating vocals and dancing on APRIL 14! Travel back in time to the ‘60s on APRIL 22 with the PAISLEY CRAZE FLOWER POWER SPRING SHOW, a five-piece band playing the hits of the decade. JOHNNY WILD & THE DELIGHTS will pay tribute to veterans MAY 6 with STARS & STRIPES … a stirring evening of patriotic music, comedy, performance and spectacle. KAZUAL APRIL 14 PAISLEY CRAZE APRIL 22

CHILI/SOUP COOKS NEEDED! By David Harrison Cooks are needed for the Chili Cook-off sponsored by the LA Purple Stars team on January 28, 2022! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Donations of baked good are also needed, individually wrapped for the "dessert" table, which will have a separate sign up sheet. Tasting tickets are also on sale at the Activities Desk. Each cup of chili, soup, corn bread, drink & dessert is 1 ticket and all proceeds benefit the LA Purple Stars and the American Cancer Society. Don't miss this chance to warm up with many varieties of chili & soup. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418. 2022 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKET SALES New season tickets are on sale through December 10. at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Season tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents. If there are any individual tickets remaining, they will go on sale December 14. There is a limit of one ticket per person. Please have a Lake Ashton photo identification on hand to purchase tickets with Visa, MasterCard or check payable to LACDD. Contact the Clubhouse Activities Desk at 863.324.6032 with any questions about ticket sales or having a Lake Ashton ID issued. Season Ticket Prices: 5 pm Regular (rows K-X): $105 ($17.50 each) 5 pm Premium (rows A-J): $130 ($21.67 each) 8 pm Regular (rows K-X): $130 ($21.67 each) 8 pm Premium (rows A-J): $155 ($25.83 each) Residents get one ticket free when purchasing a season ticket compared to individual ticket prices below. Individual Ticket Prices: 5 pm Regular (rows K-X): $21 each 5 pm Premium (rows A-J): $26 each 8 pm Regular (rows K-X): $26 each 8 pm Premium (rows A-J): $31 each 28 CHILI & SOUP COOKOFF January 28, 2022 Clubhouse Ballroom 4 to 6 pm $10 DONATION FOR 12 TICKETS CHILI, SOUP, TOPPINGS, BREADS & DESSERTS! Sample delicious varieties of chili & soup made by Lake Ashton residents and help raise money for the American Cancer Society. L.A. PURPLE STARS 29

The Fall Festival October 30 was a great success. All games and activities were completely free thanks to sponsors Lake Howard Heights, Cornerstone Hospice, Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, Gessler Clinic, and Dundee Feed & Hardware. FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS: HAPPY HOUR KARAOKE JANUARY 7, 2022 AT 3 PM AT THE HFC DISCO FEVER PARTY JANUARY 21, 2022 AT 7 PM AT THE HFC THE WEEK OF JANUARY 17, 2022 LAKE ASHTON’S 21ST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! SEE THE INSERT IN THIS ISSUE FOR MORE INFO ON THE WEEKS’ EVENTS QUILT SHOW FEBRUARY 16, 2022 AT THE CLUBHOUSE WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. Ted and Louise Price Residents of Lake Aston OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 OFFICE: (863)676-6507 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL NEW PATIENT For Patients Without Insurance $ ” 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. Patients with Dental Insurance: Our office will file services to your primary insurance provider and will accept the insurance payment only. You will not be billed for the difference for the services mentioned above, for this special promotion only. Dental Insurance accepted: Our office accepts and works with most major dental insurance companies. We will file your primary insurance claim, and answer any questions you have about your plan. We offer Implant consultatons at no charge. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. DECEMBER’S EVENTS Join Us For Our Cooking Class December 8th Christmas Eve Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Weekly Entertainment Includes: December 3rd December 5th December 12th - Karaoke with Wayne - Fun Day with Mickinzie - Fun Day with Carlos and Company December 24th December 31st HOLIDAY HOURS - Closed - Closed - Open for Lunch - Closed for Dinner December 25th - Open for Lunch - Closed for Dinner January 1st www.ashtontapandgrill.com SPORTS TRIVIA SPAGHETTI SOCIAL Do you know who dropped a ground ball causing the Boston Red Sox to lose the 1986 World Series? If so, get a team of no more than eight together for Sports Trivia on January 12 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Come up with great team name, and see who the real sports buffs are. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or the online sign-up form. January 19 Stop by the Ballroom Kitchen 30 minutes prior to each movie showing! Join friends and neighbors for a casual Spaghetti Social on January 5 from 4 pm to 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse! For $10 you will get a delicious plate of spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread, and a cannoli. Tickets go on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk December 6 after Monday Coffee. 2022 FINE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Calling all Lake Ashton Artists and Photographers! The 14th Annual Lake Ashton Fine Arts & Photography Show will take place March 5, 2022 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Thanks to some wonderful sponsors there is no fee to enter your work. The show is free to all Lake Ashton residents to attend, and refreshments will be provided. Applications will be available in January at the Clubhouse Activities Desk along with detailed instructions. There will be a general informational meeting in February. There are so many talented residents here so this should be a great show. 31 National Popcorn Day GET A BAG OF FREE POPCORN!

GOLF LAMGA By Paul Fichtman During November the LAMGA held board nominations and the election for three open board seats. The 2021 LAMGA season will conclude with an annual meeting luncheon in the form of a Beef and Chicken Fajita Bar immediately following the regular weekly event December 1. The winners of the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge will be recognized and the 2022 Board will be introduced to all members. The LAMGA gives hearty thanks to the entire Pro Shop and Eagle’s Nest staffs for doing such a great job helping to make the 2021 season another rousing success. The LAMGA hosted a Vendor Appreciation Day and Luncheon October 27 to honor the top six sponsors for the 2021 Member-Guest Tournament. Burris Warner with Amerity Financial, Mark Hogan from Snowbird Heating and Cooling, Art Hobson of Art’s Golf Cars, Chris Bruser-Reverse Mortgage Specialist with Mutual of Omaha, Justin Hoagland of Red Hoagland Hyundai and Mike Kriegelski of A+ Realty were all recognized. When you are in need of any service or product, please support these sponsors with your business. All sponsors are listed on the LAMGA web site, lakeashtonliving.com, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge concluded October 31. The top four winners were Mike Kriegelski – 1st; Donn Yasz – 2nd; Tom Murphy – 3rd and; Jim Ford – 4th. They will receive $80, $60, $40 and $20 respectively in Pro Shop credits. A special thanks to Red Hoagland Hyundai for sponsoring this popular contest again in 2021. The LAMGA 2022 season starts January 1, 2022. Membership Applications are available in the Pro Shop. At only $25 per year, LAMGA membership is one of the best bargains in Lake Ashton. Sign up for the new season as soon as possible so that you do not miss out on any of the great events planned for next year. The December schedule includes: December 1st – Pick Your Partner, 2 man Best Ball (Annual Meeting luncheon is included); December 8th – Individual Quota Points; December 15th – Pick Your 10 Holes that will Count; December 22nd – Pick Your Partner, 2 Man Best Ball and; December 29th – Pick Your Partner, 2 Man 9 Hole Scramble & 9 Hole Modified Alternating Shot. LA NINERS By Diane Struble November 2021 was a whirlwind of fun activities for the Niners. November 3rd was the second week of the fall drive for the senior orphans of Polk County - manageable size cleaning supplies were requested. Bev Cornelius was very grateful for the support and a huge THANK YOU for all who participated. In the spring there will be the opportunity once again to help senior orphans. What a great way to lend a helping hand to those who have an income of less than $800 per month. The Niners also participated in the Nightmare on the Lake Haunted House. Everyone who came through had lots of laughs, a few scares, and plenty of candy. The Pink Ribbon Tournament on November 9 gave 250+ golfers a fun day of golf, fellowship and memories with all proceeds going to the Watson Clinic in Lakeland. The Niners had nearly two-thirds of the members participate in the event. The holiday luncheon is December 7 — old fashioned food, fellowship, and a few surprises is a great way to start your holiday season. Anyone interested in joining the Niners can call Karen at 207-451-0143. LALGA By Lydia Fichtman November flew by with incredible successes for t he LALGA . F i r s t , congr a tu l a t ions to Jackie Tress ler for organizing the first LALGA Meet and Greet. It was a total success. Everyone had fun playing games and mixing. Next, the Pink Ribbon Kick-Off, Dance and Golf Tournament were tremendous achievements raising over $30,000 for the Watson Clinic Foundation. Congratulations to Kim Kutsch, Lydia Fichtman and the entire committee for their endless energy and dedication to this cause. A special shout-out to all the participants, sponsors, donors and volunteers! It could not have been done without you! November 16 was Opening Day featuring a super fun Step Aside Scramble and luncheon at the Nest. Again, cheers to Jackie Tressler, Margie Dersham and the opening day committee for setting this up. Finally, We Care for Kids brought in over 500 pounds of food for the annual food drive. Lake Ashton’s generosity never fails to disappoint! Kudos to Nancy Zografos for her leadership of this activity. Thank you Lake Ashton for your support of all these events! The Pink Ribbon committee, in this article, would like to thank the following businesses for their donation in support of the tournament. When in need of one of their products or services, please patronize them: 4imprint, A+ Realty, ABC Liquors, Alarm Technology, Alligator Cove Airboat, Alligator Unlimited Airboat, Amerity Financial – Burris Warner, Amy’s Cards & Gifts, Anita Piasecki – LA Realty, Art’s Cars, Ashton Tap & Grill, Ba Dah Bling Paparazzi Accessories, Bargain Carts, Beauty by Anais, Beef O’ Brady’s - Lake Wales, Beef O’ Brady’s - Winter Haven, Benihana, and Best Nail. The members of the LALGA wish all of you Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year. May 2022 be brighter, better and healthier than 2021! 32 Meet Gina Martine If you have not yet met the energizer bunny then you haven’t met Gina Martine. Gina was born and raised in We s t Vi rg i n i a , and wa s e d u c a t e d a t M a r s h a l l University and West Virginia University. She was an educator at the elementary, secondary and post-secondary levels and holds multiple degrees. She met her husband Al at a dance at the Elks Club and they will be married 32 years this Thanksgiving Day. They have a son, a stepson and two grandchildren ages 4 and 10. She has been a snowbird since 2019 in Lake Ashton and has owned several homes, renovating each one. She is the true “energizer bunny.” She fell in love with the entrance to Lake Ashton, and feels like she is living in Paradise. “The people are friendly and I have met so many good people through golf,” according to Gina. She loves golfing and only started playing seven years ago. Sharon Woods invited her to play with the LALGA and voilà, she is a member! Gina has many hobbies but her face lights up when talking about cruising. Both she and Al love to cruise and have enjoyed visiting many unique countries and cultures. In addition to cruising and golf, Gina LOVES the weather in Florida, dancing, reading, socializing with friends and walking. Welcome to Lake Ashton, Gina! The LALGA is glad you have decided to join in the fun!

CLUBS BOLLA By Pat Neaves Fall has been a busy time for the BOLLA group. Winter members have been returning and blankets are being created and delivered to children in Polk County. Everyone is looking forward to seeing the Canadian members soon. BOLLA is thankful for the Quilter’s Group and Sew What for their continued support. Lake Ashton has become home to many new residents. Any resident is welcome to join the group. If you can tie a knot, you are needed! HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL! CREATIVE QUILTERS By Marsha Martin The Creative Quilters meet every Tuesday afternoon at 1 pm in the HFC Craft Room with Show and Tell beginning at 1:15 each week. The quilters are busily getting ready for the holidays making many different quilted gifts for friends and family. The third Tuesday of each month there is a group project that is easy and fun. The quilters are starting to prepare for the Creative Quilters and Friends quilt show on February 16, 2022. The last show was two years ago so there will be many new and different quilts to come and see! Quilters of all skill levels are invited to join on Tuesdays. Please call Marsha Martin at 406-788-8087 or email at Mkmartin409@yahoo.com with any questions. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock As life returns to normal, Camera Club activities can do the same. The next meeting is December 13 at 10:30 am in the Cinema. Carl Boast will share his presentation entitled "Waterfalls, Whales and Bears Oh My!" The club is currently in the process of scheduling additional guest speakers and outings. There is a photo op scheduled with the Living Waters boat cruises in February. At each meeting, members are encouraged to bring along some of their favorite photos on a USB drive to share with members. The Camera Club is open to all Lake Ashton residents with all skill levels. You don't need a fancy camera to take great pictures; remember the best camera is the one you have with you. The club meets the second Monday of each month through May. LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting on December 2 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. Holiday social time will be from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring an hors d’oeuvre to share and a beverage of choice. The General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:45. The December speaker is Catherine Price, Chair of the Polk County Democrats. Catherine will provide an update on their programs and plans to lead clubs in their activities for 2022-2024. Officer nominations will also be accepted for Vice President, Treasurer, Parliamentarian, and two board seats to be elected at theJanuary meeting. E-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information.

BOCCE BALL By Vicki Creek Howard explains how the pieces move and gives an introduction to the game. Questions? Contact Gina at 443-783-6191 or standbys@yahoo.com. DUPL ICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller Community Bocce Ball continues to be a very popular sport at Lake A s h t o n . F o r a n introductory lesson and to learn the Lake Ashton Community Bocce Rules please contact Carl and L i n d a B o a s t a t 540-297-7336. Community Play is every Monday Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 am. “Many a friendship is made on the bocce courts!” Hope to see you there! Pictured: Community Bocce Play, Bill Reibl gets a bocce +3 =5 pts, and brand new bocce balls! INTRODUCTION TO CHESS By Gina Krall The Chess Club will be presenting an Introduction to Chess class, taught by Howard Mayne. Participants will gather around the outdoor chess board at the Clubhouse on December 3 at 1 pm while 36 A duplicate bridge game is held every Monday in the Ballroom from 12:45pm until approximately 3:30pm. Players of all levels are welcome. Advance sign up is encouraged using the duplicate bridge notebook on the ballroom display wall. A partner is required. For assistance finding a partner email Dfuller627@yahoo.com. Recent results were: October 25: 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Margot & Keith Stevens, 3rd Jim Ford & Don Fuller November 1: 1st Graham Littlehales & Mary Lois Teyssier, 2nd Dana Cunningham & Don Fuller, 3rd Dana Griffiths & Maureen Ziegler November 8: 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Tom Fleming & Graham Littlehales, 3rd Mary Lois Teyssier and Ann Murphey November 15: 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Nelda Sedlacek and Pauline Pare, 3rd Jim Ford & Don Fuller TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers The new time for Tuesday Party Bridge is now 1:45 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. Congratulations to October/November top scorers. (in order) October 19: Nancy Gray, Ralph Ritter, Howard Mayne, Liz Leigh October 26: Char Walter, Jeannine Connors, Mafie Walker, George Rogers November 2: Maureen Ziegler, Jeannine Connors, Char Walter, Chip Inman November 9: Howard Mayne, Liz Leigh, Maureen Ziegler, Jeannine Connors New players are welcome. Please contact George Rogers a t 4 1 9 - 7 0 8 - 3 3 2 0 o r georgerogers4321@gmail.com. LAKE ASHTON GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis The Lake Ashton Garden Club Team are pleased to announce an informational presentation on how to care and maintain Christmas cactus' or other cacti. The guest speaker, Gene, the bare foot gardener, will be presenting useful techniques on how to care and make the most of your cactus. The presentation will be held at the Pavilion on December 14 at 10 am. Gene has been a wonderful source of information in the past. Here's an opportunity to ask questions about a low maintenance plant. Members and non-members welcomed! GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The Genealogy Club welcomed four new members last month and is looking forward to welcoming more this month at the next meeting in the HFC Craft Room December 8 from 2 to 3:30 pm. If you’d like, please bring your laptop/tablet with you and we’ll answer your questions and try to make your search easier. The camaraderie and help from the group is undeniable. Hope to see you on December 8. For more information, call Jane Imparl at 815-545-6655. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In November, the group of over 20 discussed several planned outings and get togethers. The group had a wonderful time touring the Tampa Aquarium in October (pictured). Discussions in November included a Christmas get together, Wine and Cheese Social at the Pavilion 37 and a luncheon at the Hotel Jacaranda in Avon Park in January. Donations are still being collected to provide gifts to Senior Orphans. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on December 5 in the Clubhouse Craft Room and Card Room. LAKE ASHTON TRAVELERS By Maureen Sim Happy Holidays from the Lake Ashton Travelers. The Travelers are a very active RV group that meets every Tuesday in the Clubhouse Ballroom to share experiences and stories and to enjoy the camaraderie. In fact, the Travelers are the largest FMCA chapter in the Southeast United States! All RVers are welcome, whether you have a trailer, 5th wheel, Class A, B or C motorhome. Rallies are held October to May as well as many other activities and services all year round. If you’d like to find out more about our group, please join the group any Tuesday afternoon for one of the informal social gatherings in the Ballroom from 3:30 to 5 pm (cash bar available).

LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg The Lake Ashton Republican Club will host a Christmas Party on December 11 at the HFC. The party will begin with cocktails at 4:30 pm. A cash bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be available. All party guests are asked to bring an unwrapped toy for a girl or boy for the purpose of local donation in Polk County. Please RSVP to Brenda Bush-Sayre, bbs1954@icloud.com,813-313-9911. The browns, oranges, and yellows of Fall are being replaced by the greens and reds of Christmas and the blues and whites of Hanukkah. Lake Ashton residents are decorating their homes and community to celebrate and LA Rockers are busily painting holiday rocks to donate to a local nursing home and to hide throughout Lake Ashton. Hope that you are one of the lucky ones who finds a beautiful treasure to keep or pass on. If you are looking to get together, make friends, and learn something different, come to the HFC ballroom on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm to meet a great group of people and learn to paint rocks. It’s free! No need for first timers to make a huge investment for supplies — you can borrow what you need. Upcoming meetings will be December 1, 15 and 29. Join the Facebook group "LA Rockers" or contact MJ Richards or Alice Mayer to let them know you are coming. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves There will be no December meeting. THANK YOU LAVA AUXILIARY AND LAKE ASHTON NEIGHBORS! The Craft Fair was a tremendous success! Many stopped by as they were leaving (bags in hand) to say how much they enjoyed attending the Craft Fair. Vendors were extremely pleased as well. More than 17 have signed up for next year! Thanks to the bakers who provided their homemade baked goods. The Bake Shop was a tremendous success. Thank you to LAVA for their support with parking and helping vendors bring in their goods to set up their booth. May you be blessed with making happy memories this holiday season. Keep in prayer members of the military who will not be with family this season. LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Pictured are a few members of the LA Swim Club during one of our occasional Wacky Wednesdays. The club tries to make swim workouts fun. On Wacky days, no one swims anything normal, and swimmers are encouraged to dress wacky, too. Everyone still gets a good workout. The group wishes fast swims to those who have qualified to represent Lake Ashton in the Florida Senior Games Swimming Championships in Ft. Lauderdale in December! GO State Games swimmers! Special notice to all residents 50 & over. Right after the holidays a new Senior Games season begins. Almost every month from January to December there is a senior games swim meet somewhere in Florida. Those club members who use competition as a way to stay motivated to stay fit are leaning toward several meets each year that are within reasonable driving distance. Most are preparing to participate in our own Polk County Games at the end of February or beginning of March (to be announced soon). For those not familiar, Senior Games Swimming offers 14 events of varying distances from 50 to 500 yards. All events are divided by gender and age groups (divided into 5 year increments). Medals are awarded for the top 3 finishers in each. The club would like to take a big team to the Polk County Games this year to show the organizers (and sponsors) that what they do is appreciated, especially since many games were cancelled last year due to COVID. So, whether you train with this group or on your own, it would be nice to enter as a Lake Ashton team. If you are interested, please contact Coach Sandy via e-mail at sandyw1994@aol.com or call 302- 383-7176. Everyone is invited to come get in shape and have fun with the club. Organized workouts are held Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am at the HFC Indoor Pool. LAKE ASHTON PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION By Calvin Eakins Meet the Board Officers of the Lake Ashton Pickleball Association (LAPA): President, Calvin Eakins Vice President, Chuck Caesar Treasurer, Lisa Savala Pickleball is a worldwide, fast growing sport, for all ages, with 4.5 million people playing in the United States. Here at Lake Ashton, the LAPA has approximately 150 members. The Association is growing fast as more people become interested in this sport and new residents arrive. To join LAPA, go to the Clubhouse with a check, (no cash or credit cards) made out to LAPA for $10 for a year membership. You don’t have to be a member to play, but the funds help the LAPA. This money is used to provide balls, paddle holders, wind socks and other supplies as needed. You will also receive email blasts concerning anything related to LAPA. The pickleball courts are an amenity of Lake Ashton, but the LAIICDD doesn’t supply equipment for pickleball. There are currently four courts on the West side of Lake Ashton, next to the HFC. Everyone is welcome to learn and play. Calvin occasionally gives lessons. Just watch for email blasts and look in the LA Times for future dates. You could also come down to Courts 1 and 2 and watch beginner play on Tuesdays and Thursday from 7:30 to 9 am. Open play is every day on all courts starting at 7:30 am, except for those times set aside for beginners on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Open play is when everyone mixes playing with everyone on the courts, all levels of play. If you have a group that you want to play with, it should be after 10 am. If you want to use more than one court, please check with Calvin or one of the other board members to make sure they are open, and not scheduled for ladies or men teams practice, or another group play. Looking forward to seeing you on the courts!

MIND&BODY CLUBHOUSE FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION January 10 at 1 pm. Please sign up on online form or at Clubhouse Ballroom. the information wall in the FABRIC ORIGAMI ORNAMENT MAKING CLASS Adorn your tree with a unique Holiday ornament hand-made by you! Join Alice Mayer as she teaches how to make fabric origami ornaments on December 7 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The cost is only $2! Sign up for this one-of-akind class at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. HOLIDAY WINE GLASS PAINTING Create your own Holiday wine glass, hand-painted by you! For $35, each painter will be receiving stepby-step instructions to create two permanent, washable, and beautifully decorated wine glasses. The instructor will supply each painter with two wine glasses and all enamel acrylic paints and brushes needed. This event will take place on December 3 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Stop by the Activities Desk with a check made out to WNC of Tampa to reserve your spot. 40 CHRISTMAS CARD MAKING CLASS Get in the Holiday Spirit and celebrate National Christmas Card Day by making your own beautiful greeting card! All instruction and necessary supplies will be provided for $10, payable at the class. Join in on the fun in the Clubhouse Craft Room on December 9 at either 11:30 am or 2 pm, please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online sign-up form. Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with any questions. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr December 11 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Fun in Paradise Cost $35 — payable at class WINTER BEADING CRAFT Join Valerie Fetcho from The Art of Beading on December 22 at 1 pm as she teaches how to craft a beaded snowflake ornament. All necessary supplies will be available at the class for only $2 per person! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with either cash or check (LACDD). EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY! Explore the medium of water color with guest artist Freddie Combs. Join the group for day long workshops in water color techniques on: January 14, February 18, March 18 For registration, supply list and information, contact the HFC Activities Desk (863 595-1562 or email kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com) CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. LAKE ASHTON CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES ( LACES) "Lace up" and come down to the Clubhouse Ballroom for a series of monthly classes aimed at enriching the mind, body, and spirit. The series starts on December 8 in the Clubhouse Ballroom with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County pushing residents to think "Beyond Quinoa" and explore the rich flavors, textures, and benefits of the other delicious whole grain options such as millet, amaranth, farro, teff, and buckwheat. Enjoy learning about the grains and then experience a food demonstration and tasting of dishes highlighting these delightful and nutritious foods. SAVE THE DATE for the January class with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County celebrating Florida Arbor Day (a little later) with Shannon Carnavale presenting "Community Forestry and Urban Tree Canopy”. DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Date & Time: Thursdays, 1 p.m. Location: Clubhouse Ballroom CPR CLASS Learn how to perform CPR with Polk County Fire Rescue on December 15 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with handson training, a presentation, and an educational video. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online sign-up form. W.A.V. E . Instructor: Sue Fitzgerald, certified AFAA, ACE and ASFA (904.566.2846) Water Aerobics with Variety for Everyone will be held Saturdays at 3 pm in the HFC Indoor pool. Water fitness programs provide low-impact activity that takes the pressure off your bones, joints and muscles. Water offers a natural resistance which can help strengthen your muscles. Aquatic exercise can have several health benefits such as improved heart health, reduced stress and improved muscular endurance and strength. And it is fun! Ladies and Gentlemen are welcome! There is no pre sign-up required nor is there a fee for this class. Bring a friend and see you at the pool! Class duration is 45 minutes. 41

YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. BACK TO THE BAS ICS ! This December, an exercise class will be going “back to the basics.” Instructor Laurie Heverly will be providing a 45-minute exercise class on Fridays at 9 am. This class will include a full cardio workout with some weights, bars, and balls. This class will incorporate a little of every class she currently teaches like Triple B, and We Got the Beat! Feel free to stop by the HFC to try out this great class! ONSPOT DERMATOLOGY OnSpot is a mobile, full-service dermatology practice with four full examination rooms that will be located in the HFC parking lot. They provide skin cancer screenings, MOHS surgery, biopsies, liquid nitrogen and mole removals, cosmetic dermatology, and more. They accept all major insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. OnSpot Dermatology will be at the HFC for the first time on January 21. More information will be provided in an email blast closer to the date. CHEF’SSpecial December 8 at 5 pm Pulled brisket tacos with a key lime sorbet margarita $15 per person The class is reserved for the first 32 residents to sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk! ASTRONOMY NIGHT It’s December; so what was the “Christmas Star”? A Comet? A Planetary Conjunction? A Super Nova? Or Something Supernatural? And what about the manger? Come find out on December 11 at 7 pm in the Cinema. The president of the Imperial Polk Astronomical Society, Cleve, will lead the discussion. Sign up using the online sign-up form or on the activities wall in the Ballroom, as space is limited to 55 people. CALLING ALL TAPPERS! Do you tap dance? Did you tap dance years ago and now hear yourself saying, “Boy, I wish I could tap dance again.” Well, you can! Come join the Tap Jammers. They meet every Friday at 10 am in the HFC Sport Court. The goal of Tap Jammers is to review steps, refine technique, and share fun camaraderie. You don’t have to be an accomplished tap dancer to participate, but you must have basic knowledge of tap dancing. Please note: this is not for the beginner level tap dancer. For more information, please contact Tap Jammer Facilitator Julie Bombard at jbombard73@gmail.com. MEN’S BIBLE STUDY The Men’s Bible Study would like to welcome back snowbirds and new residents, and invite you to join the weekly meetings every Tuesday. Fellowship is from 10 to 10:30 am with discussion from 10:30 to noon. The group is non-denominational, with a goal of helping people to grow in understanding the Bible. The group meets face-to-face at the HFC and offer a Zoom connection for those who prefer not to meet face-to-face. Currently stories from the Old Testament are being studied. Verses are read and questions pertaining to the story are discussed. There is an open, positive, educational, and voluntary dialogue. You don’t need to be a theologian to join. You’ll find that as you examine your faith, you learn more about God & yourself. Please contact Bob Ring at 734-674-7196, bobring42297@gmail.com, or Jim Brendemuehl, 815-343-5727, jcbrendem@gmail.com. COOKING CLASS

masquerade NEW YEAR’s EVE in the ballroom December 31, 2021 Cocktail Hour 6 pm Dinner 7 pm Tickets: $50 Ticket Price Includes: Plated Meal: Salad, Prime Rib or icken Piccata, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans Almondine, Dinner Roll, Tangerine Chocolate Semifreddo Coffee Bar & Cash Bar Champagne Toast at Midnight ertainment, Dancing & Photo Booth Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with Visa, MasterCard, or check payable to LACDD. et staff know of dietary restrictions at time of purchase.

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter November 2021 Simply the Best! Thank you, veterans! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES December Issue Deadline: November 12 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ NOVEMBER 2021 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Annie Toth, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss Monday Coffee at 9 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom with your friends and neighbors. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! NOVEMBER 1 Birthdays and Anniversaries Roundtable Discussion with Polk County Commissioner Rick Wilson (will be held via Zoom as well) Featured Vendor: Christine Graves Insurance NOVEMBER 8 Bite Me Monday Featured Speaker: Pedestrian & Parking Safety with LWPD Featured Vendors: Salomon Eye Care, and Matt Simpson with Edward Jones Flu Shots Facilitated By Walgreens from 8:30 to 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. No appointment necessary, but bring your Medicare and prescription card. NOVEMBER 15 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - Donations will go to Victory Ridge NOVEMBER 22 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker: Calvin Eakins & Bob LeMaster - Lake Ashton Residents’ Statewide and MultiState Cycling Tour Tell All Featured Vendor: Cabana Club RV Resort NOVEMBER 29 Featured Speaker: Marsha Faux, Polk County Property Appraiser Featured Vendor: Matthew Grubb with Morgan Stanley IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 16 SAFETY 18 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 30 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, November 19 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, November 15 9:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd St. NW, Winter Haven POLK COUNT Y BOCC MEETINGS 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 9 am Board Room, 330 W. Church St. Bartow

HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 10 am to 8 pm Sunday (Brunch 10 am to 3 pm) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL The next New Resident Social will be held on November 12 at 2 pm at the HFC. Anyone new to Lake Ashton is welcome to attend, meet community leaders and other new residents, and receive pertinent information Sign up at either Activities Desk, or on the online signup form. NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: November 17 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER’ S QUAL ITY MEATS will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays 1 to 3 pm (1st, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays) 10 am to 2 pm (3rd Wednesday during the Monthly Market) BOOKMOBILE November 10 & 24, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) Clubhouse West Parking Lot HOLIDAY CLOSINGS • November 11: The Clubhouse offices will be closed for Veterans Day • November 25 & 26: The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed for Thanksgiving • December 24 & 25: The Clubhouse and HFC Offices closed for Christmas • January 1, 2022: The Clubhouse and HFC Offices will be closed for New Year’s Day DAYL IGHT SAVING TIME ENDS — FALL BACK! Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 7. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday, November 6 before you go to bed. Keep in mind that your smartphones and tablets likely already make this change automatically. This is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries. 6 LA WOODWORKERS KNIFE SHARPENING Bring your knives and scissors that need sharpening to the Wood Shop (located near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Dr.) November 8 between 8:30 and 10 am. Please wrap in newspaper and identify with your name and telephone number. Thank you to everyone for supporting this fundraising project.

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Supervisors and Staff would like to welcome seasonal residents back to Lake Ashton and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hanukkah. November is a great time to reflect on everything to be thankful for, including beautiful sunny skies and living in a community full of caring friends and neighbors. Don't forget to stop by the Clubhouse Foyer to add what you are thankful for to our "Thankful Board". In this edition of the LA Times, residents will find many opportunities to celebrate the upcoming holidays and give back to the communities surrounding Lake Ashton. Residents will also note that many clubs are resuming monthly meetings. Stop by the Activities Desk to get more info on how to join some of the clubs advertised. Soon Lake Ashton will sparkle with exterior lights and holiday decorations to get everyone in the spirit of the holidays. This is truly the most wonderful time of year … enjoy it! Supervisors met on October 18 and approved several projects that will increase accessibility at the Clubhouse. A permanent pool lift was approved in addition to the installation of a handicap railing at the west entrance to the Clubhouse. A wrap up report of all board actions was sent out on October 22. Please reach out to Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions. The next Board of Supervisors Meeting is on November 15, 2021 at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. A Joint CDD Meeting was also held on October 18. LACDD and LAIICDD are working together on revising the Joint Amenity Policies. Residents should reach out to the Supervisors designated to work on this project, LACDD Supervisor Realmuto or LAIICDD Supervisor Littlewood, with any suggested changes to the policies. The Boards also set a public hearing for January 21 (the next Joint Meeting) at 11 am at the HFC to review the non-resident user fee. All residents are encouraged to attend. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff ASHTON LANES Starting November 1, Ashton Lanes will be available for an extra day of open bowling. Grab a pair of shoes and enjoy a game with friends and neighbors without a reservation from 6 am - 10 pm on any Saturday, Sunday, or Monday. Instructions on how to operate the lanes are on the bulletin board in the back of the room. PLEASE NOTE: The Outdoor Pool will be closed on Monday, November 8 from 6 am to noon so staff can pressure wash the pool deck. 8 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Harry Krumrie, Assistant Secretary Restaurant 407.766.9237, hkrumrie@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: Mondays 10 am to noon in the Clubhouse Conference Room 9

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Mary C. Clark, Assistant Secretary 252-503-7087, maryclark725@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, & Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com Many projects are being completed as approved by the Board at the last meeting. New wood flooring is going to be considered for the Racquetball Court, already approved are the Pickleball fence rail, hole # 6 bathroom is being redone with a cart path connecting the golf course with Pebble Beach Blvd., a new exercise bike is being added to the Fitness Center, and a cover will be placed over the pool equipment to save on repairs from damaging rays of the sun. Ashton Drive will be getting a bit of “a landscape facelift” soon as well. The month started off with a very well-attended Cornhole Tournament. Our sponsors helped make the event a huge success and, as a result, league play will be beginning, and two more double elimination tournaments will be held at the HFC. One will be the Holiday Classic in December, and another March Maddness (no spelling error). We’re looking forward to getting two additional wooden cornhole sets as soon as they are completed. We had a very successful October Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Walkathon alone netted a total of $400 being sent to the Breast Foundation of Central Florida. The community of Lake Ashton is always so generous to those in need. Tim Taff, who is also a resident, is teaching the Handbuilding Clay Classes. He’s very experienced and welcomes new people to the class on Wednesdays. For more information, call the Activities Desk at 863-595-1562. There is no charge for the classes, and a list of materials for the classes is available. Please stay healthy and enjoy the upcoming holiday season. Stop over and have some ice cream on Fridays from 1 to 3 pm weekly! 10

GIVING TUESDAY LAKE ASHTON ACTIVITIES ADVI SORY GROUP There is so much to be thankful for and so many blessings to count! In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, help give back to the community by donating to the Lake Wales Care Center. They will have a donation truck in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot November 30 starting at 9 am. If you would like to donate any large items or large pieces of furniture, please set up a pick-up date with the Care Center by calling 863-676-6678 so they may come to your home and collect the items. THANKFUL BOARD The Clubhouse Foyer will have a Thankful Board on display during the month of November. Residents can write on a fall leaf what they are thankful for and display for all to see. Please stop by and show thanks for all things wonderful in your life! ELECTRONIC RECYCLING Bring any electronics you have for recycling to the Clubhouse on November 16 only, before 12 pm. The list of accepted items can be found below. All hard drives will be shredded! ITEMS ACCEPTED • Computers (Desktop/Tower) • Laptops • Hard Drives • Flat Screen Monitors • Printers • Copiers • DVD Players & VCRs • Modems • Cable/Satellite Boxes • USB, Video & Power Cords • Routers • Lead Acid NonSpillable Batteries • All Circuit Boards • UPS/Battery Backups • Cell Phones • Office Phones/Phone Systems • Insulated Cable/Wire • Video Games & Consoles • iPads/Tablets/EReaders • Keyboards/Mice • Stereo Equipment ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED • CRT Monitors • Televisions • Household Batteries • Glass Bulbs • Paint or Varnish If you would like to join an advisory group to work with the Clubhouse Activities department to assist in determining and evaluating events, classes, and activities at the Clubhouse, please stop by the information wall to pick up an application and submit it to the Clubhouse Activities Desk by November 8. The group will meet monthly starting in January of 2022. RECURRING ROOM RESERVATION RENEWALS On November 1 group facilitators will receive an email with a form to complete to renew recurring reservations at the Clubhouse for 2021. Facilitators have until November 19 to submit the form to secure their current date and time. Contact Sheila Moreland with questions at smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com or 863.324.5457. WITH GRATITUDE Zackery and I would like to extend many thanks to the residents of Lake Ashton for the outpouring of love, gifts, cards, and wel l wishes celebrating our upcoming marriage! We both are incredibly grateful for all that Lake Ashton has done for us. A special thanks to Marsha Bishop, Gail Prowant, and Cynthia Harris for throwing a wonderful bridal shower. Lake Ashton never fails to show such great love and support! — Caroline Lane, Clubhouse Activities Assistant AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation Customize without Compromise! model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 13 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2021 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1344 10/21

HAVE VISITORS? November is a traditional time for residents to host family and friends. Remember, when you see a visiting grandchild, they are guests of your neighbors so please extend every courtesy possible. Residents: please be tolerant of extra activity at the pool and other Clubhouse amenities. Those hosting family should remind them to be considerate of residents in this 55 and older community. It is helpful if a resident accompanies their guests at any of the amenities, but is not required. Anyone using amenities at the Clubhouse or HFC should have a Lake Ashton Resident ID Card or Facilities Guest Pass. Register guests at either Activities Desk during business hours. Residents must bring at least one adult guest to sign the form. Renters must have a copy of their rental agreement. CARING TREE By Larry & Joanne Hillock The Lake Wales Care Center Caring Tree benefiting the children of local families in need will be set up in the Clubhouse Ballroom in mid-November (the exact date will be announced via email blast). Feel free to take a gift suggestion tag from the tree and purchase an item. If you wish to purchase a different item, feel free to find something appropriate for the age/ gender on the tag. Bring the new and unwrapped item and place it under the tree. If you want to donate a gift card, please leave it with someone at the Activities Desk. Suggestions include such items as action figures, board/card games, books, coloring book/crayons, educational toys, electronic games, fishing poles/equipment, teen bath/hygiene sets, throw blankets or pajamas. Any item you feel someone aged infant through teen would enjoy would be greatly appreciated. The gifts will be collected and delivered to the Care Center Christmas distribution center. Please bring your gifts no later than December 17. If your club or activity would like to donate as a group, please contact the Hillocks directly. Lake Ashton has supported this worthwhile event for over 10 years and the need grows every year. With the effects of the pandemic they are expecting an even greater need in the community. Thank you for your support! 2021 CITY OF WINTER HAVEN COMMISSION ELECTION The City of Winter Haven will be voting to fill one seat on the Commission on November 2, 2021 (Polls open 7am-7pm). Seat No. 4 which is currently held by Mayor Bradley T. Dantzler is unopposed, therefore, will not be on the ballot. Seat number 5, currently held by Commissioner James H. "J.P." Powell is up for election and two candidates qualified to be included on the ballot: James H. “J.P.” Powell – Seat No. 5 Matthew Logan Crowley – Seat No. 5 Lake Ashton residents that live in Winter Haven (precinct 529) can vote at Calvary Baptist Church, 2101 Overlook Drive, SE. Early Walk-in Voting is available Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm October 25 — November 1 (excluding Saturday and Sunday) at the following locations: • Election Headquarters, 250 S. Broadway Ave., Bartow, FL • Election Operations Center, 70 Florida Citrus Blvd., Winter Haven, FL • Lakeland Government Center, 930 E Parker St, Lakeland, FL. Please visit polkelections.com for more information. 2022 CITY OF LAKE WALES COMMISSION ELECTION Lake Wales residents please mark your calendar for April 5, 2022 for the next Commission election. Candidate packets will be available on February 4. A campaign account can be opened at any time. The qualifying period for the 2022 Commission Election will begin at noon on February 14, 2022 and end at noon on February 18, 2022. Please visit polkelections.com for more information. Wildlife Corner by Barbara Ann Comer The limpkin is a large chocolate-brown wading bird heavily streaked with white. Most newcomers to Lake Ashton are alarmed when they hear wild wails in the middle of the night. This mostly solitary and usually quiet unassuming bird can awaken the marsh with its racket. The limpkin's range in the United States is mainly in Florida and many believe it should be the state bird rather than the Northern Mockingbird. Limpkins can be found at Lake Ashton in the retention ponds searching for snails, frogs and insects. Their preferred food is the apple snail and it's always fun to find the leftover shells with holes in them from the surgery performed by the limpkin. It's a real treat to see limpkins with a line of downy young babies trailing behind their look-alike parents. JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. This month outlines the policy regarding reserving facilities at the Clubhouse and HFC. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Any questions regarding these policies can be directed to Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman, LA II (WH) CDD Community Dir ector (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). VII. RESERVING FACILITIES Amenity Facilities are available on a first-come, firstserved basis, and subject to applicable fees or rates as set by the appropriate District. Requests to reserve facilities should be submitted through the Staff at the appropriate Amenity Facility. Reservations are available for up to three (3) hour increments for all facilities listed in the reservation policy, with the exception of the Ballroom and HFC. These can be reserved for periods up to five (5) hours. Longer time increments may be approved by the Amenity Manager. There are no personal “standing” weekly reservations allowed for the Amenity Facilities listed in the reservation policies. Clubs and organizations may make “standing” reservations. These will be reviewed semi-annually by the Amenity Manager. The Amenity Manager can reschedule any reservation if requested by a District. The Clubhouse or HFC must be notified if a scheduled reservation cannot be kept so the slot may be re-assigned. Reservations will be held for 15 minutes past your scheduled start time before reassigning the reservation time slot.

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Keith Stevens Thanks to all the Lake Wales HOA members who so promptly responded to the HOA reminders that driveways should be kept free of stains, weeds and mold. Many driveways were cleaned almost immediately after owners received a courtesy reminder that their driveway needed some attention. Many other driveways will be cleaned in the coming days as owners return to Lake Ashton. The new management company will have a monthly focus for compliance as well as keeping an eye out for any situation that might not comply with the community Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions. For November the focus will be landscaping. Take a look at your landscaping to confirm that your mulch is adequate and consistent, your beds are free of weeds and the edging is of the approved material. The HOA is seeking to remind owners of the need to comply with the CC&Rs and at the same time be reasonable in giving owners time to correct noncomplying issues. The HOA would prefer not to issue formal “notices of violation”. Those notices can lead to additional costs and inconvenience. Hopefully, a courtesy reminder of a needed correction that may have overlooked will eliminate any need for a formal “notice of violation”. In attempting to send those courtesy reminders, it was discovered that many of you have not told the HOA of new email addresses and sometimes new mailing addresses. So, the HOA has created an opportunity for you to let them know of your communication changes. Next to the HOA mailbox in the Clubhouse Ballroom on the wall along with club and community information, the HOA has provided a “profile update” form. It should make it easy for you to inform the HOA of a new email address or other new or different profile information. If you have some new profile information to share, please pick up a form, fill it out and drop it in the HOA mailbox in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Your email address, particularly, makes it quick and easy for the HOA to send you important information. Emailing also saves the HOA and, ultimately you, money. SUBMITTING ARC REQUESTS ( LW RESIDENTS) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair All external changes you make to your home require an ARC request and approval prior to starting any project. To submit an ARC request, go to lakeashtonhoa.org, and download the form which can be found under the Documents tab in the Architectural Information section. You can complete the form by hand or on your computer. Then email the completed form to admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. DO NOT USE THE ‘SUBMIT NEW REQUEST’ feature on the website. The form can also be found on the information wall in Clubhouse Ballroom. You can either drop the completed form in the HOA box or have it scanned at the Clubhouse Office prior to dropping it in the HOA box. The deadline for complete ARC request submissions is 5 pm on Wednesday prior to the next ARC meeting. The ARC meets the second & fourth Wednesday of the month. You will be notified of the status of your request within a few days of the meeting. 16

SAFETY PEDESTRIAN SAFETY The days are shorter with darker mornings and evenings, so those out walking should consider pedestrian safety and think about how to be as safe as possible on Lake Ashton roads. Residents are all pedestrians at some point during the day, whether walking through a parking lot or walking for exercise. By employing a few simple strategies, walkers can stay as safe as possible and avoid a potentially tragic accident. Don’t miss the Pedestrian & Parking Safety Presentation with LWPD at Monday Coffee on November 8 at 9 am. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. SMOKE ALARM FACTS By James Schuppe, LA CERT Member Do you know if your smoke alarms work? Have you tested the alarms? Have you changed the batteries (if required) every six months? Daylight Saving Time is a good time to remember to check. Have you purchased and installed new alarms after the 10 year maximum life expectancy? Have you cleaned them by vacuuming? Dust can cause improper smoke detection if left to accumulate, causing malfunctions. Did you know there are special smoke alarms for the hearing impaired that can notify of smoke/fire by using a visual strobe light or vibration? These simple things can prevent a tragic loss if your home catches fire by giving you advance warning to get out. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief What To Watch For If You Suspect A Crime Sometimes what a witness or victim sees and remembers can be crucial in helping law enforcement solve the crime. When you call 9-1-1, you will be asked various questions. If you saw someone commit a crime, do you think you could accurately describe what they looked like or the vehicle they were driving? Important description information i n c l u d e s g e n d e r, e t h n i c i t y, approximate age, height, weight, build, hair style and color, eye color, facial hair, jewelry, tattoos, glasses, or anything else that would assist in identifying the person. Also note type and colors of clothing — any hat, shirt, jacket, pants, shorts, dress, belt, and shoes? Can you describe a vehicle with license plate and/or numbers , bumper st ickers or damage, colors, year (or year range), or people in vehicle? Jotting this information down ASAP (in your phone or on paper) will help refresh your memory as needed to assist law enforcement. 18 CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Please review the following information regarding the rules of the road as they pertain to bicycles. A bicycle is a vehicle and the rider is considered a vehicle driver. Car drivers often try to pass a bicycle at unsafe distances, at unsafe times. The driver of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in the same direction shall pass to the left thereof at a safe distance and shall not again drive to the right side of the roadway until safely clear of the overtaken vehicle. A driver overtaking a bicycle must maintain a horizontal clearance of at least 3 feet [§316.083]. Three feet is a minimum “safe distance” for passing a cyclist under typical urban conditions; when the passing vehicle is large, towing a trailer, or traveling at a much higher speed, greater lateral clearance is needed. To pass a cyclist with safe clearance, it may be necessary for a motorist to enter (at least partially) the next lane, when and where it is safe to do so. For more information, visit the Florida Bicycle Association website at floridabicycle.org/for-motorists/ CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and p r e s e n c e f o r t h e S h e r i f f ’ s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). 19

MOVIES NOVEMBER 2 — 4 STILLWATER 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 20min Oil-rig roughneck Bill Baker (Matt Damon) ventures into a new world with a complex and unfamiliar legal system when he travels from Oklahoma to France to exonerate his estranged daughter, who's in jail for a murder she insists she didn't commit. NOVEMBER 9 — 10 (NO 11 AM MOVIE NOVEMBER 9, & NO MOVIES NOVEMBER 11 — VETERANS DAY) THE FORGOTTEN BATTLE 2021 | R | 2h 7min Language, violence. During WWII’s crucial Battle of the Scheldt, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier, and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intersect. NOVEMBER 16 — 18 RED NOTICE 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 57min Violence and action, some sexual references, and strong language. An FBI profiler (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) pursuing the world’s most wanted art thief (Ryan Reynolds) becomes his reluctant partner in crime to catch an elusive crook who’s always one step ahead. Also stars Gal Gadot and Chris Diamantopoulos. NOVEMBER 23 — 24 (NO MOVIES NOVEMBER 25 — THANKSGIVING) RESPECT 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 25min Mature thematic content, smoking, strong language including racial epithets. Handpicked for the role by the Queen of Soul herself, Jennifer Hudson plays Aretha Franklin in this biopic that follows the singer from her days in her dad's church choir to her work as a civil rights advocate to her ascent to superstardom. NOVEMBER 30 — DECEMBER 2 LANSKY 2021 | R | 1h 59min Language, strong violence, some sexual references. David Stone (Sam Worthington), a renowned but downon-his-luck writer, has the opportunity of a lifetime when he receives a surprise call from Meyer Lansky (Harvey Keitel). For decades, authorities have been trying to locate Lansky's alleged nine-figure fortune and this is their last chance to capture the aging gangster before he dies. With the FBI close behind, the Godfather of organized crime reveals the untold truth about his life as the notorious boss of Murder Inc. and the National Crime Syndicate. MOVIE TIMES: 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 20 20 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC) & 3 PM NOVEMBER 5 ONE TRUE THING 2007 | R | 2h 7min The undervalued matriarch of the Gulden family (Meryl Streep) is diagnosed with cancer. Her journalist daughter (Renée Zellweger) returns from New York City to care for her mother at the request of her father (William Hurt). During the time she spends with her parents, she discovers secrets that she was never privy to in her childhood. Though she has always idolized her father, she learns that her mother has had a much more difficult life than she knew. NOVEMBER 12 UNFORGOTTEN: A HERO’S STORY OF WAR 2019 | NR | 57min Filmmaker Darrin Dick goes on a discovery to uncover the story of his Korean War veteran grandfather, Harold Bauer. A story of bravery, loss, and faith amidst the extremities of war. During an interview with his grandson and trip to the Korean War Memorial in DC, Harold opens up about his faith, family and memories from the "almost" Forgotten Korean War that he’s never told anyone. NOVEMBER 19 (NO 3 PM MOVIE) THE BIG CHILL 1983 | R | 1h 460min After years apart, a group of idealistic former college buddies (William Hurt, Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, JoBeth Williams, Mary Kay Place, Tom Berenger and Jeff Goldblum) who've followed divergent paths as adults reunite at the funeral of one of their own, reconnecting and reminiscing while a soundtrack of 1960s hits plays in the background. NOVEMBER 26 — NO MOVIE 21

EVENTS disney trivia Calling all Disnerds! Come down to the Clubhouse for Disney Trivia on November 2 at 6:30 pm. Wear your Disney best and gather your team of no more than six to see who will be crowned LA’s Disney royalty! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online Activities Form. will be provided by Good Stuff. There will be complementary snacks, and you will be able to bring your own refreshments. Tickets are on sale at both the HFC and Clubhouse Activities Desks (checks only, made payable to LAVA). Tickets are $6 each, with the proceeds going to support the Lake Ashton Veterans Association programs. You do not need to be a veteran to attend. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a nostalgic evening at the USO Dance. See you there! HOLIDAY PET PHOTOS By Denise Tessier Lake Ashton’s 2021 Home Improvement Expo The Home Improvement Expo is November 9 from 10 am to 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Need help with a home project? Come down to the Clubhouse Ballroom where a wide variety of vendors will be showcasing their products and services. Vendors and expertise will include solar paneling, windows, air conditioning, house cleaning, electrical and so much more. This event is completely free! LAVA USO Dance By Jim Mecsics, LAVA Commander ATTENTION IN THE CAMP. ATTENTION IN THE CAMP! All Lake Ashton residents are requested to “muster” at the Health and Fitness Center Community Room on November 5 at 1900 hours, (that’s 7:00 p.m. in civilian time) for an evening of excellent music, dancing, snacks, and the opportunity to mingle with your Lake Ashton neighbors for a great time! Music The Tessier Law Firm is sponsoring Holiday Pet Photos on November 13 from 9 to 2 in the Pavilion. Professional photographer April Spaulding will charm your pet into a big smile with a holiday-themed background. You will be able to pick digital poses and receive at least one free touched up shot you can use to create your own holiday cards! Sign ups will be in 15 minute increments that day. Register early by calling Denise Tessier at 863.220.7927 or emailing DeniseTessier@tessierlawfirm.com. WATERFALLS , WHALES AND BEARS — OH, MY ! By Carl & Linda Boast In the “spirit” of their Antarctica presentation a few years ago, Carl & Linda Boast will share the Quest for the Spirit Bear trip highlights. In September they journeyed to The Great Bear Rainforest in northwestern British Colombia, Canada in search of this rare white Black Bear and returned with photos, movies, soundtracks and lots of stories. Two presentations have been scheduled in the Clubhouse Cinema for November 8 at 7 pm and November 10 at 9 am. There is no charge but please sign up on forms available on the information wall in the Clubhouse as there may be a full house (theater capacity is 55 persons). This educational and entertaining presentation will be a lot of fun! 22 LALGA PRESENTS THE PINK RIBBON BREAST CANCER GOLF TOURNAMENT CHILI/SOUP COOKOFF By David Harrison Registration began October 1 in the Pro Shop for the Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Golf Tournament on November 9. Choose your foursome and sign up. Don’t have a foursome? Just sign up and members will be matched. It is only $30 per person to enter and that includes: the tournament fee, lunch, prize money and a donation to the Watson Clinic Foundation. Don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets as there are over 150 raffle items. In addition, the silent auction contains some of the finest golf courses in the area as well as art, trips, and restaurants. You won’t want to miss out on placing a bid. Again, anyone in the community can buy raffles or bid on silent auction items, even if you do not play golf. Questions? Call Lydia Fichtman at 215-290-9375 or Kim Kutsch at 724-664-7988. Let’s make this year’s donation to the Watson Clinic Foundation even greater than before! The Kick Off to the Pink Ribbon Tournament is Saturday, November 6 from 4 to 6 pm at the Eagle’s Nest. It is open to all Lake Ashton residents. In addition to a DJ, food and drink, there will be a 50/50 closest to the pin chipping contest on 18 West. For every $5 you pay you can chip one ball. The person closest to the pin will share the pot. There will be a separate mat for women and men from which to chip. Clubs will be available if you don’t have any. So come on out, register early for the tournament, buy some raffle tickets and enjoy the fun. You may be the lucky winner! Grab your dancing shoes and get down to the HFC on November 7 from 7 to 10. The Rusty Trumpet Band will be performing and all proceeds from the dance will benefit the Watson Clinic Foundation, just like the golf tournament. There are 27 tables for the dance and each can hold 10 people. Please fill up your table so that we can donate as much as possible. 23 The LA Purple Stars will have a chili/soup cookoff as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society January 28, 2022 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This event was held five years ago and was a great success. There will be chili, toppings, soup, cornbread, beverages and desserts! There will be a sign up sheet on November 1 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for 16 chilis and four soups. Donations of baked good are also needed, individually wrapped for the "dessert" table, which will have a separate sign up sheet. Tickets will also go on sale on November 1 — 12 tickets for a $10 donation. Each cup of chili, soup, corn bread, drink & dessert is 1 ticket and all proceeds benefit the LA Purple Stars. Don't miss this chance to warm up with many varieties of chili & soup. There will be judges for the "best" chili and prizes awarded for first and second place. Questions? Call David Harrison 863-326-6418.

ENTERTAINMENT SERIES TICKET SALES INFO Those who renewed their season tickets can exchange for a different show time or seat selection based on availability, on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning at 9 am November 9 through 5 p.m. November 10. Upgrades/exchanges can be made over the phone with a Visa or MasterCard after 11 am on November 9. Tickets can only be exchanged by the named season ticket holder. On November 9, the Clubhouse will be opened by security officers at 6 am and any line for ticket sales should form only at the Clubhouse Lobby doors. When the front Lobby doors are opened, security officers will walk anyone waiting in line into the Ballroom to wait near the Activities Desk until ticket sales begin. The line forms at the Lobby doors on a first-come, first-served basis and there should be no deviation in order from the Lobby door to the Ballroom. No sign up sheets are produced or used by staff. New season tickets will be on sale November 16 through December 10. Season tickets are sold only to Lake Ashton residents. There is a limit of one ticket per person. Please have a Lake Ashton photo identification on hand to purchase tickets with Visa, MasterCard or check payable to LACDD. Contact the Clubhouse Activities Desk at 863.324.6032 with any questions on sales or having a Lake Ashton ID issued. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 24 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS LA Cruise-In The Car Show has been rescheduled to December 11 from 10 am to 1 pm. Just giving you car junkies some extra time to prep your car for the big show! Who will win the coveted Best Classic (pre-1979), Best Modern (post-1979), and Crowd Favorite? Registration for the show will begin November 1 and the last day to register will be November 26. Registration forms will be at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. CUPCAKE EXCHANGE National Candy Day November 4 Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk from 10 am to 4 pm to add a little sweetness to your day! Who doesn’t love a good cupcake? National Vanilla Cupcake Day is November 10, so come celebrate with a cupcake exchange! Residents are welcomed to bring any flavored cupcakes to exchange with friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 1 pm. Enjoy great conversations over scrumptious cupcakes! Please sign-up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk and indicate how many cupcakes you will bring with you for the exchange. Sign up by November 3. $7,495 995 25

Christmas Dinner Dance Tickets Go On Sale By Jackie Ellis & Lynn Shelton Hello Lake Ashton friends! It’s that wonderful Christmas time, so mark the calendar for December 4 for a real gala affair, right in the beautifully decorated Clubhouse Ballroom. Put on that pretty dress and snappy suit with dancing shoes for a fun night! Menu includes a top round beef carving station, chicken breast with gravy, salmon with lemon butter sauce, garlic cheddar mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, garden salad, French rolls, chocolate cake, apple pie, iced tea, water, and coffee, with a cash bar available. The great Rusty Trumpet Band will provide the entertainment. Tickets go on sale for $35/person November 1 at 8 am before Monday Coffee. Bring cash or check with a list of names for your table. They can also be purchased at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check after Monday Coffee. Help with decorating and clean up would be greatly appreciated — leave your name and number with Jackie or Lynn. Looking forward to seeing you all there! CAST AND CREW CALL FOR 2022 SHOWCASE By Karen Nelson Attention current and potential cast and crew members for the 2022 Showcase! It’s time to get together and determine our cast and crew. The Showcase is scheduled for April 7, 8, and 9, 2022. The cast and crew call meeting is November 18 from 3:30 to 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This will enable everyone to learn who is able to return for the 2022 Showcase, and where new cast and crew are needed. Rehearsals are anticipated after the first of the year, likely February 2022. Please consider joining the group and letting everyone know your talents and areas of interest in order to prepare the next Showcase. Looking forward to seeing you on November 18 in the Ballroom. Outdoor Menorah Lighting Hanukkah begins the evening of Sunday, November 28 and ends the evening of Monday, December 6. Everyone is welcome to celebrate Hanukkah, which is Hebrew for “dedication,” and also known as the Festival of Lights, by coming to an outdoor Menorah Lighting, November 29 at 5:30 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot. This is presented by the Chabad Jewish Center. 26 Save the Date for Holiday Cheer Three fun events to get you in the holiday spirit will take place at a fun-filled Monday Coffee December 13 at 9 am. Other holiday-themed games will be played, so get your holiday game face on! Sign up for the below at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or the online activities form. Ugly Sweater Contest — wear the ugliest most festive holiday sweater you can make or find. The resident with the best sweater will win a $20 gift card to Ashton Tap & Grill. Holiday Sock Exchange - Share your holiday Spirit by bringing a brand-new pair of holiday socks (both men’s and women’s socks) filled with goodies (individually wrapped sweets, gag gifts, ornaments, etc.) to exchange by playing a fun game with friends and neighbors. Gingerbread House Contest – Build the sweetest home you can and bring it in to Monday Coffee — your friends and neighbors will vote for their favorite house. The house with the most votes wins a $20 gift card to Ashton Tap & Grill! CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Faith Xtreme Choir will be performing a Christmas concert "A Light in the Darkness" for Lake Ashton December 15 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This is a multimedia event as they tell the Christmas Story through music, pictures, videos and stories from the Bible. Please stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk to pick up your free ticket starting after Monday Coffee on November 1. There is no charge for this concert, but donations are encouraged and will be collected at the concert. All money raised will be used by Faith Xtreme to purchase gifts for underprivileged children and stuffed animals for nursing home residents. 27 HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD Felices Fiestas, Habari Gani, Chag Sameach, Buone Vacanze, Happy Boxing Day, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays … No matter what your holiday greeting is, all are welcomed to celebrate the Holidays Around the World on December 10 at 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom! There will be stations set up representing the below countries featuring their common holiday foods, plus some traditional music from these world holidays played by a live DJ and wonderful holiday décor. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a Visa, MasterCard, or check for $30. Italy: Lasagna Bolognese Kenya: Mashed Sweet Potatoes Colombia: Beef Empanadas America: Sliced Turkey with Gravy Israel: Latkes and Jelly Doughnuts Canada: Butter Tarts

LAKE ASHTON’S AMAZING GOLF CART RACE RESCHEDULED TO J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 2 5K TURKEY TROT Come out and cheer on the runners, walkers, and bike riders FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS: RUSTY TRUMPET HOLIDAY PARTY DECEMBER 3 AT 7 PM AT THE HFC HOLIDAY GOLF CART PARADE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17 LINE UP STARTS AT 5:30 PM AT THE HFC KICK OFF IS AT 6 PM WITH THE PARADE ENDING AT THE CLUBHOUSE WITH LIGHT REFRESHMENTS AND CHRISTMAS CAROLS HAPPY HOUR KARAOKE JANUARY 7, 2022 AT 3 PM AT THE HFC DISCO FEVER PARTY JANUARY 21, 2022 AT 7 PM AT THE HFC 28 participating in a 5K Turkey Trot November 22 at the Eagle’s Nest! Bikers start at 7:30 and the race begins at 8 am. Registration is closed but encouragement is always welcome! THANKSGIVING DINNER will be served all day November 24 at Ashton Tap & Grill. Menu: turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and slice of pie. $19.99/person. Reservations only. Call 863-324-5810. Ashton Tap & Grill will be closed November 25, December 25, and January 1. 29

GOLF LA NINERS By Diane Struble LAMGA By Paul Fichtman Opening Day, October 5, dawned sunny with a cool breeze and a hint of excitement in the air. Members gathered at the Golf House parking lot for announcements, gifts, and plenty of group pictures. The promise of a great lunch with a delicious dessert was waiting after completing the four-person scramble. A BIG thanks to Vicki and the crew for helping make the day so special. It was the largest attendance in several years and the group is pleased to welcome 14 new members this year! (P.S. - it’s never too late to join, see Matt or Trent at the Golf House!) This year after the usual raffle grand prize, won by Sue Koyish, several games were played. Winners were: Guess the Tees - Denise Lacaprucia Chipping Contest - Liz Meigel Putting Contest - Renee Hicks Senior Orphan donations are on October 26 and November 3. Bring your cleaning supplies (senior user-friendly size). Tables for collection will be set up before golf. Call Karen at 207-451-0143 with any questions. The Niners would love to have you join! Another successful LAMGA season is winding down to a close with a number of fun and competitive events planned for November leading up to the Annual Meeting Luncheon December 1 in the Eagle’s Nest at which time the results of the board election will be announced and winners of the Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge recognized. Selfnominating ballots to fill three open board seats were distributed on October 11 and need to be returned prior to November 12. Voting will run from November 15 — 26 with the winners of the board seats announced at the Annual Meeting luncheon on December 1. This is your chance to make a difference and help the league, so please do not hesitate to run. Your help and ideas can continue to improve the LAMGA experience. Once again, thank you to the following sponsors who support the annual Member-Guest tournament. Art’s Golf Cars, Bargain Carts, Brewer Sales & Service, Lake Ashton Golf Management, Lake Ashton Ladies Golf Association, BJ Mannix Pools & Grills, Steve Graves Computer Services & Repairs and Patrick McCarty. When you are in need of any service or product, please support these sponsors with your business. All sponsors are listed on the LAMGA web site, LakeAshtonLiving.com, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Top Ten Leader Board through the end of September is comprised of Mike Krigelski - $157.83; Tom Murphy - $150.35; Donn Yasz - $147.85; Jim Ford - $147.00; Denis Mulhearn - $131.83; Jack Farmer - $123.72; Duff Hill - $121.35; Les Jacobsen - $120.10; Rich Sutherland - $117.00 and; Rolly Geyer - $112.50. Thanks, as always, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for sponsoring this very popular year-long contest. The November schedule includes: November 3rd – Best Net of A&D Players + Best Net of B&C Players; November 10th – Florida Scramble; November 17th – Best 2 Nets and; November 24th – Pick Your Foursome – 3 Best Nets. On December 1st we will hold a Pick Your Partner 2 man Best Ball event prior to our Annual Meeting Lunch. 30 BLUE MAN GROUP By William Bothwell The Blue Man Group is one of four major golf leagues at Lake Ashton. The league plays Wednesday mornings and welcomes Lake Ashton golfers of all ages and abilities. Blue Man Group offers relaxed, friendly organized golf and is governed within USGA and local rules. Each week members compete in a variety of individual or team games crafted to be both competitive and enjoyable. Golfers in the group tee off from blue tees, hence the group’s name. Super senior members can opt to tee off from designated forward tees. Blue Man Group has NO membership fees and welcomes Lake Ashton members, week to week. There is a nominal charge each week to cover a modest prize pool. Membership in The Blue Man Group gives golfers access to all Lake Ashton Club sponsored tournaments, which are flighted and handicapped as well as the very popular mixed tournament, with the group’s sister league, The Niners. If you would like to golf in a relaxed, friendly, competitive group, please consider The Blue Man Group. WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. 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LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Your LALGA board members have been very active planning new events for the 2021-2022 year. There is a new program just recently added to the LALGA season: The Red Hoagland Challenge. Much like the FedEx Cup, the Red Hoagland Challenge honors those women who win the most money during the year. Since this is the first year in operation the program will run from November 12 through May 31, 2022. The first place winner will receive an additional $80 in Pro Shop Money, 2nd place $60, 3rd place $40 and 4th place $20. In subsequent years, the program will run from June 1 to May 31. A big shout out to Red Hoagland for sponsoring this program. See page 23 for information on the Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament. We Care for Kids will have their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Canned meats, canned tuna and salmon, peanut butter, jelly (no glass), canned or dry soups, canned stews and chili, tea bags, coffee (ground no beans), canned pasta, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned pasta (Spaghetti “O’s”), hot and cold cereals, rice, cake mixes, pancake mix, syrup, powdered milk, packaged pasta (macaroni & cheese, etc.), juice boxes, canned juices, canned beans, spam, canned gravy, granulated sugar, baby food & cereal (glass jars accepted), baby formula (Enfamil/Similac), granola bars, and cereal bars will be accepted. All food will be distributed to The Care Center of Lake Wales and The Mission of Winter Haven. For information please contact Nancy Zagrafos at 863318-1739 or nancyzog@icloud.com. Thank you in advance for your support. Spotlight on Kathy Ryan With only two weeks under her belt this new Lake Ashton resident was already busy on the golf course with the LALGA. Kathy and Jerry Ryan moved to Lake Ashton from the Kansas City area. They learned of Lake Ashton through their next door neighbors in Kansas City, whose sister Sally and husband Gary Winfrey live here. 32 Born in Milwaukee, Kathy grew up in Chatham, New Jersey and attended Colby Jr. College for Women in New London, New Hampshire. She then graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in French. After a year in Washington D.C. she moved to Kansas City in 1970 and never looked back east until now. After a 10-year stint in real estate she and her then husband decided to open a pizza restaurant featuring St. Louis style pizza. It was a happy popular neighborhood place and little did she realize she would spend the next 34 years working there 24/7. Jerry’s daughter worked there and introduced the two after Kathy’s husband had passed away in 1989. In her spare time she played lots of tennis, biked across Kansas four times, played bridge, and switched over to golf as the years went by, active in several leagues. They hope the i r four ch i ldren and s i x grandchildren, from Seattle, Wisconsin, Cincinnati and Ft. Lauderdale visit often and soak up the sun and the fun here. Please help in welcoming Kathy to the LALGA! UPD A TES FROM THE PRO SHOP By Ron LaVoie, General Manager The Lake Ashton Golf Club has a voluntary Hole-InOne Club that rewards members for making that special shot. Each participant pays $2 to join and that money funds the HIO pot. When a member makes a hole-in-one, they are awarded the amount in the pot, issued as a credit to their club account, so you can celebrate in the Eagles Nest, buy that new driver or simply have a nice credit. Members must let the Pro Shop staff know that they want to be enrolled in the HIO Club — new members are not automatically included. Snowbirds: if you withdrew before leaving and are now returning, let staff know if you want to rejoin. Also, if you make a hole-in-one, don’t forget to email valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com with the date, hole and course number, and picture, to be featured in the LA Times! (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 33

CLUBS LA BELLES By Noreen Guy At September's luncheon the LA Belles members voted in the new Board for the upcoming year 2022. Congratulations and welcome, ladies! Because of you the LA Belles will continue the luncheon get together with friends and those friends yet to come. It's been a fun ride meeting and greeting all of you. Be sure to mark your calendar for the holiday party which will be held at the Southern Dunes Gulf and Country Club on November 24 at noon. A Secret Santa gift exchange worth no more than $15 will be shared. Let the festivities begin! CREATIVE QUILTERS By Marsha Martin The Creative Quilters, formerly Creative Stitchers, meets in the HFC Craft room every Tuesday from 1 to 3 pm. Quilters with all abilities, from novice to advanced, meet to discuss all things related to quilting. Members work on either their own project or several times a year there are group projects. Currently the group is helping BOLLA by providing them with quilt tops. For more information please email Marsha Martin at Mkmartin409@yahoo.com. CAMERA CLUB By Larry Hillock Fall has arrived and hopefully so has lower humidity and cooler temperatures allowing all to enjoy the outdoors more comfortably. Activities appear to be returning to more normal times, so dust off that camera and do a little exploring. Wild life activity is beginning to pick-up here at Lake Ashton as well Circle Bar B Reserve, both are ideal places to capture some great pictures. Bring a few of those pictures to share with other photography enthusiasts at the November 8 Camera Club meeting. Club membership is open to all Lake Ashton residents, with meetings held on the second Monday of the month at 10:30 AM in the clubhouse cinema. Please come and join and don't forget to bring those photos on a USB drive to share. Club activities will include such things as guest speakers and off site photo shoots. DUPL ICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller Duplicate Bridge players compete on Mondays from 12:45 pm to approximately 3:30pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Players of all abilities and experience are welcome. A partner is required. There is a sign up sheet on the Ballroom wall. For more information call Don Fuller at 863-324-2255. Recent results: September 27: 1st Don Fuller & Jim Ford, 2nd Marion Nelson & Dana Cunningham, 3rd Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson October 5: 1st George Rogers & Ralph Ritter, 2nd Don Fuller & Jim Ford, 3rd Tie Judy Marine & Graham Littlehales, Marion Nelson & Dana Cunningham. October 11: 1st Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 2nd Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier, 3rd Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson October 18: 1st Patricia Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers, 3rd Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier TUESDAY PARTY BRIDGE By George Rogers The new time for Tuesday Party Bridge is now 1:45 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room. The group is being consolidated with the Tuesday HFC Bridge Group. The winning results below for the last two months of the bridge group are erratic due to cancellations and absences. September 14: Dee Mayne, Graham Littlehales, George Rogers, and Howard Mayne September 28: Graham Littlehales, Judy Marine, George Rogers and Chip Inman October 5: George Rogers, Nelda Sedlack, Howard Maynes and Graham Littlehales; October 12: Maureen Ziegler, Mafie Walker, Ralph Ritter and Liz Leigh.

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting November 4 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. Social time with snacks runs from 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The first episode of the Netflix series “Whose Vote Counts Explained” will be shown. This 25-minute episode focuses on The Right to Vote. E-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LAKE ASHTON GARDEN CLUB By Lynn Davis Lake Ashton Garden Club will meet on Tuesday, November 16th in the Pavillion. This meeting is an important opportunity for new and existing members to provide input and suggestions for future topics, speakers and field trips. The club is dedicated on learning, collaborating, and sharing best practices in gardening . Bring ideas! GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The Genealogy Club has made some exciting discoveries lately! Come join to find your exciting discoveries as well. Next meeting is Wednesday, November 10 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. All levels of expertise are welcome and snacks are provided. For more information, call Jane at 815-545-6655. INTRODUCTION TO CHESS By Gina Krall The Chess Club will be presenting an Introduction to Chess class, taught by Howard Mayne. Participants will gather around the outdoor chess board at the Clubhouse on December 3 at 1 pm while Howard explains how the pieces move and gives an introduction to the game. Contact Gina at 443-783-6191 or standbys@yahoo.com with questions. LA ROCS & PEBBLES POTLUCK By Amity Kokochak The next LA ROCS (Riviera, Oakmont, Colonial and Sawgrass) and “Pebbles” (6016 – 6048 Pebble Beach Blvd.) Social will be held on November 12 at 6 pm in the HFC Community Room. It will be a potluck dinner so please bring an entrée, salad, side dish or dessert large enough to serve 8 people. NO need to let me know what you are going to bring — just your favorite recipe or your specialty! Please bring your own plates, napkins, silverware and beverage. Great way to meet and greet your neighbors and friends and enjoy some great food! This will be the last one for 2021 so let’s make it a fun evening! Any questions, text 813-719-5579 or email amitykokochak@gmail.com. MAGIC YEARS CLUB By Annie Lutz Calling all Disney Fans! The Magic Years Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is November 2. Due to an increase of members monthly meetings were moved to 3 pm in the HFC Community Center. The Magic Years Club is open to all Lake Ashton residents who enjoy learning about and going to Disney World. Not all activities require park tickets. Looking forward to our upcoming monthly events, so please come to the meeting for more information. There are quite a few new members, and veteran members are always available to help with any questions you have. The November Event will be announced at the meeting, so bring a check or $10 per person to reserve your spot. Contact Annie Lutz or Joan Enslen if you have any questions. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler LA Singles is a social group that plans activities for single residents. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In October, the singles discussed several outings and opportunities for social activities. The group has adopted ten seniors for Christmas this year. Donations of money to purchase the gifts may be given to Susan Castillo. Volunteers to shop are also needed. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on November 7. PICKLEBALL UPDATE By Calvin Eakins The Pickleball club has great plans for the 2022 season that started in October. On November 14 there will be a “Welcome Back” pickleball mixer tournament. On November 4 we will start a threeweek beginners training series. Every Thursday evening for three weeks we will cover the basics and winning strategies of pickleball. LA REPUBLICANS By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will not hold a meeting in November due to the Thanksgiving holiday. We will host a Christmas Party on December 11th at the HFC. The party will begin with cocktails at 4:30 PM. A cash bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be available. All party guests are asked to bring an unwrapped toy for a girl or boy for the purpose of local donation in Polk County. RSVP to Brenda BushSayre, bbs1954@icloud.com, (813)313-9911. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Fall is here! Snowbirds are returning to the beautiful Lake Ashton community and almost all of the new houses are occupied with people new to this area. Looking to get together, make friends, and learn something different? Come to the HFC Community Centers on alternate Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm to meet a great group of people and learn to paint rocks. Join in the fun and share in the camaraderie - and it’s free! Alice Mayer, leader and founder, and other talented artists in our group will be teaching a new rock painting and decorating techniques. There is no need for first timers to buy supplies — everything you need for your first meeting will be lent to you. You too can paint rocks to welcome new neighbors, participate in bi-monthly group challenges, and hide your creations throughout Lake Ashton to bring smiles to the faces of friends and neighbors. October focused on Halloween and November will be Thanksgiving, and will also start painting rocks to donate to a local nursing home for the Christmas/ Hanukkah holidays. Please join the upcoming meetings on November 3 and 17 by joining the group LA Rockers on Facebook or contacting MJ Richards or Alice Mayer to let them know you are coming. LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves Next meeting: November 17 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom (by the stage). The Lake Ashton Veterans Association (LAVA) Auxiliary supports veterans through various fundraisers, such as the recent Craft Fair just held in October. The LAVA Auxiliary meetings are a wonderful time to meet and get to know your neighbors and support veterans. (continued on p. 38)

(continued from p. 37) Although the craft fair had not happened at the time of this writing, based on the number of volunteers, both from current LAVA Auxiliary as well as the many neighbors who have offered to help, it will be a great success and a lot of fun. THANK YOU LAKE ASHTON NEIGHBORS! Thank you to veterans and those serving in the military both here and abroad for the sacrifices that they make to protect everyone’s freedoms! God Bless America! LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Welcome back snowbirds Bobbi & Carol and a HUGE WELCOME to new members Lisa, Rich, & Debi. It's exciting to see a pool full of all ages and abilities wishing to stay in shape, improve swim strokes, or aiming to participate in one or more of the Florida Senior (age group) Games. The closest one is in Lakeland the last of February or the first of March each year and the plan is to go as team. Someone said LA has the best little senior games swim team in Polk Co. Have you heard that sometimes the club has easy/fun swimming relay races, or an occasional "Wacky Wednesday,” where members wear wacky (weird) clothes and do all Wacky swimming during an entire workout? So, if you can swim and don't like to swim alone, need motivation to improve your physical condition, or just want to be part of a fun group, come check us out on Mon's 6pm, Wed's 1:45pm, or Sat's 10am. How often you can make it is up to you. Swim goggles are recommended. It's also encouraging to see our members participating in other physical activities. In addition to some avid golfers & pickleballers, six members were spotted working hard in the afternoon water exercise group. Of course, the club thinks swimming is the best (and safest) all around exercise! LA BENEFIT ASSOCIATION By Annabel Boogher The LARV Community Benefit Association (official title) is a 501(c)3 charity association formed to raise money to benefit the local schools. Started by the RV but community wide, they have raised over $450,000 given to the local schools through grant requests by the teachers. COVID-19 has put the group on hold plus many of the principal leaders have been sidelined by age and health (though willing to give support). In order to continue and to retain the tax status, new leaders are needed. Please contact Annabel Boogher for more information and/or if you are willing to help. at 863-605-0886 btboogher@aol.com LOOK TO THE SKY By Carolyn Bishop The Lake Ashton Travelers have finally resumed their Chapter Rallies. Over 20 coaches camped out at the lovely Creekside RV Resort in Punta Gorda, Florida October 14 — 18. This rally coincided with the Florida International Air Show that happened to be right next door to this RV Resort. The Air Show Pilots practice right over the RV Park the few days before the actual event. Not only did the group get an amazing view of the airplanes but we could FEEL them all the way to the core! Great food, games and fellowship was had by all. The next Rally in November will be to the Cabana Club RV Resort in nearby Auburndale. If you would like to know more about the FMCA Chapter, please join the group in the Clubhouse Ballroom for the club social held every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 pm.

MIND&BODY CLUBHOUSE FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION November 17 at 1 pm. Please sign up on online form or at the information wall in the Clubhouse Ballroom. HOLIDAY WINE GLASS PAINTING Create your own Holiday wine glass, hand-painted by you! For $30, each painter will be re c e i v i n g s t e p - b y - s t e p instructions to create two permanent, washable, and beautifully decorated wine glasses. The instructor will supply each painter with two wine glasses and all enamel acrylic paints and brushes needed. This event will take place on December 3 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Stop by the Activities Desk with a check made out to WNC of Tampa to reserve your spot. CHRISTMAS CARD MAKING CLASS Get in the Holiday Spirit and celebrate National Christmas Card Day by making your own beautiful greeting card! All instruction and necessary supplies will be provided for $10, payable at the class. Join in on the fun in the Clubhouse Craft Room on December 9 at either 11:30 am or 2 pm, please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online sign-up form. Please call Karen at 863-875-8414 for any questions you may have. CREATE A CARD The last class for 2021 will be November 16 — join to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest will ovide instruction, fr beginner expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. The cost of each class is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join us for creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 for more information. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr November 13 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Catch My Drift Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. LA DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Learn the Rumba! Mondays November 1, 8, 16, 22..from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center. FREE! No partner needed. For safety wear sturdy shoes — no flip flops please! There will be no classes in December — will resume in January! DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays 9 to 10 am in the HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! IMPROVER LINE DANCING Instructor: Ann Ludwick Date & Time: Thursdays, 1 p.m. Beginning November 4 Location: Clubhouse Ballroom FABRIC ORIGAMI ORNAMENT MAKING CLASS Adorn your tree with a unique Holiday ornament hand-made by you! Join Alice Mayer as she teaches how to make fabric origami ornaments on December 7 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. The cost is only $2! Sign up for this one-of-a-kind class at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. THE ART OF BEADING Facilitator: Valerie Fetcho The holidays are coming fast and it is always great to get a homemade gift from someone you love. At the Art Of Beading the group is always learning something new. There a few members who will teach you how to do the different stitches so that you can make some beautiful jewelry. You don't need to know how to bead in order to join. Everything that you need to start beading is provided. If you want to continue to bead we can help you figure out what you need and make sure you know where to get everything. There is no fee to join and you don't need to bring anything to start. The group is also planning on going to some stores to check out their beading supplies and going to lunch afterwards, so join in every Tuesday in the Clubhouse Craft Room at 11 am. If you have any questions call Valerie Fetcho at 863-268-7157 or email valgeo2@aol.com. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. CPR CLASS Learn how to perform CPR with Polk County Fire Rescue on December 15 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. This class provides hands-only chest compression CPR and AED training designed to save the lives of people in sudden cardiac arrest. Residents will learn these life-saving tips with handson training, a presentation, and an educational video. Please sign up for this class at the Clubhouse

LIVIN G WITH S ANDHILL CRANES Shannon Carnevale from UF/IFAS will present about the local Sandhill Cranes at the HFC on November 2 at 1 pm. She will be answering any questions you may have about them as well as informing you about their habits and more. AMATEUR RADIO EXAM AT THE HFC The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association will host examinations for all levels of amateur radio licenses on November 12 at 1 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Tests offered: Technician Class, General Class and Amateur Extra (note: this is a progressive set of tests). This test session is under the direction of the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) and there is a $15 test fee. All applicants must register to take the test at least one week before the session by emailing Dave Bishop at DBishop1867@gmail.com. Please provide your name, address, which exams you will take, and your FRN number from the FCC. If you do not have an FRN Number go the the FCC web site and register at apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do CHEF’SSpecial December 8 at 5 pm Pulled brisket tacos with a key lime sorbet that will cool your margarita $15 per person The class is reserved for the first 32 residents to sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk LAKE ASHTON CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES ( LACES) "Lace up" and come down to the Clubhouse Ballroom for a series of monthly classes aimed at enriching the mind, body, and spirit. The series starts on December 8 in the Clubhouse Ballroom with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County pushing residents to think "Beyond Quinoa" and explore the rich flavors, textures, and benefits of the other delicious whole grain options such as millet, amaranth, farro, teff, and buckwheat. Enjoy learning about the grains and then experience a food demonstration and tasting of dishes highlighting these delightful and nutritious foods. SAVE THE DATE for the January class with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County celebrating Florida Arbor Day (a little later) with Shannon Carnavale presenting "Community Forestry and Urban Tree Canopy”. ON-S ITE DERMATOLOGI ST The HFC will be having an onsite dermatologist starting in December in a 40' mobile medical vehicle with 3 exam rooms and medical equipment to perform skin exams, biopsies, Botox & Fillers, MOHS surgery and more. This is a convenient options for residents who do not want to leave "campus" to get the dermatology care they need. They will use a telehealth platform for followups and accept many types of insurance including Medicaid. GRIEF SUPPORT After losing a loved one, survivors may find the pain associated with that loss doesn’t lessen with time. Support groups provide a safe place to express feelings, share experiences, learn about grief, and move ahead in the grief process. You do not have to be a loved one of a hospice patient to participate in these groups. They offer all programs to anyone residing in Polk, Highlands, or Hardee County who has experienced the death of a loved one. All support groups are free to participants. To register, please call 863-968-1739 or 1-800-464-3994. COOKING CLASS

Holidays Around The World December 10 at 5 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Tickets: $30 Enjoy food stations, traditional music & holiday decor from these countries: Italy: Lasagna Bolognese Kenya: Mashed Sweet Potatoes Colombia: Beef Empanadas America: Sliced Turkey with Gravy Israel: Latkes and Jelly Doughnuts Canada: Butter Tarts Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk (Visa, MasterCard, or check payable to LACDD)

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter October 2021 Simply the Best! Craft Fair October 23 Presented by LAVA Auxiliary Benefiting Veterans see p. 20 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com SUBMISSION GUIDELINES November Issue Deadline: October 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ OCTOBER 2021 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Annie Toth, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY COFFEE Don't miss out on Monday Coffee at 9 am during the month of October. Bring $2 for coffee and donuts! There will be special prize drawings at each meeting throughout the month! OCTOBER 4 Roundtable Discussion Regarding Winter Haven Corp Development East of Lake Ashton with City of Lake Wales Mayor Eugene Fultz, City Manager James Slaton, and Development Services Director Mark Bennett Featured Vendor: Dianne Hoover with United Healthcare OCTOBER 11 Bite Me Monday Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker - Watson Clinic and LALGA Featured Vendors - Christine Graves Insurance, Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Group, and Matt Simpson with Edward Jones OCTOBER 18 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - Donations will go to Victory Ridge this month — see page 5 for supply list OCTOBER 25 Free gift for anyone wearing a Halloween costume! Blast from the Past with David Harrison Featured Speaker - Holly with Small World Tours presenting Bus Trips for 2022 Featured Vendor: Gessler Clinic, Senior Insurance - Sally Mizerak ASHTON TAP AND GRILL IS DOING A PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR ATTENDEES OCTOBER 25 MENU: 2 PANCAKES, SCRAMBLED EGGS, SAUSAGE OR BACON, & COFFEE PURCHASE TICKETS FOR $8 AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 18 EVENTS 20 GOLF 30 CLUBS 34 MIND & BODY 40 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, October 15 9 am — HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, October 18 9:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom JOINT MEETING Monday, October 18 11:30 am — Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd Street NW, Winter Haven HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 10 am to 8 pm Sunday (Brunch 10 am to 3 pm) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week COLLECTIONS AT MONDAY COFFEE Bite Me Monday (second Monday) is the monthly collection of donations such as old towels, toys, pet food and supplies for the Polk County Humane Society. Peanut Butter Monday (third Monday) is the monthly collection of non-perishable items, usually for the food pantry at the Lake Wales Care Center. This month the items will be donated to Victory Ridge Academy, a local non-profit organization and member of the Polk County Public/Charter Schools, where children with special needs overcome daily challenges and enjoy success in learning and living. The following items are needed: Gallon baggies, fruit cups, cereal bars, small individual cereal boxes, macaroni cups or 5 small boxes, ravioli, spaghetti-o’s, etc., crackers, juice boxes, pudding cups, macaroni in micro cups. All cans should have a pull top. Please drop all items off by noon. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Stop by the Activities Desk to put in an application if you are interested in volunteering in any of the following positions at the Clubhouse. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know more about what goes on behind the scenes. Activities Desk Volunteer Event Set-up Event Break-down Other Event Support NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: October 20 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE & BAXTER QUAL ITY MEATS will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays 1 to 3 pm (1st, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays) 10 am to 2 pm (3rd Wednesday during the Monthly Market) BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE October 13 and 27 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) Clubhouse West Parking Lot All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy.

LACDD NEWS By Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director Welcome back to all residents returning from summer vacation! It is great seeing smiling faces eager to take part in entertainment shows, fitness classes, club meetings, movies, games, and more. In this edition of the LA Times, staff is going to ensure resident's social calendars are packed. Be on the lookout for the insert in this issue announcing the 2022 Entertainment Series. There are excellent shows and events planned for the remainder of this year and the beginning of next year. Staff is already starting to plan the 2023 Entertainment Series. Stay tuned to upcoming newsletters with hints on who might grace the Lake Ashton stage in 2023. We hope you enjoy all that is yet to come! October is breast cancer awareness month. Please see page 28 for a compilation of events and activities meant to support and honor fighters, survivors, and caregivers. With the increase in returning residents, extra caution is needed on the roads. As always, because Lake Ashton has narrow roads shared by pedestrians, golf carts, vehicles, landscaping vehicles, delivery trucks, and bicycles, it is extremely important to observe the posted 20 MPH speed limit and always obey all stop signs when traveling by bike, golf cart or vehicle. Also, be sure to wear reflective clothing when walking or biking during hours when light is limited and always walk facing traffic. Supervisors met on September 20 and approved the extension of the aquatic plant management, pool ma intenance, and l andscape ma intenance agreements. Other actions were taken and can be found in the wrap-up report that was sent out on September 24 via email blast. Please send an email to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com if you would like a copy of the emailed wrap up report. The next Board of Supervisors meeting will be on October 18 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. A Joint CDD meeting with LACDD and LAIICDD will be held on October 18 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. All residents are encouraged to attend. Please stay tuned to media for more information regarding these meetings. Agendas will be posted on lakeashtoncdd.com on October 11. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Harry Krumrie, Assistant Secretary Restaurant 407.766.9237, hkrumrie@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: By Appointment through October — regular hours will return in November 6

LAIICDD NEWS By Mary Bosman, LAIICDD Community Director This summer has been one unique summer! Both clubhouses (Lake Wales and Winter Haven) are planning lots of activities to keep our residents physically, socially, and mentally stimulated. The COVID pandemic continues to affect attendance and that’s understandable. Our Canadian neighbors will have forgotten us if this keeps up! It’s important to remember that the Governor’s mandates are to be followed and LA II CDD is not a private entity able to make their own rules. Staff at the HFC will always mask up if a resident requests it, to feel safer interacting. Signs are up ... “Wearing is Caring” re: masks. Being vaccinated is strongly encouraged. At the time of this writing, the boosters for Pfizer and Moderna vaccinations are available to those 65 plus and those who are immune compromised. The October 15th LA II CDD meeting will be finalizing the FY 2022 Budget. It will begin at 9 AM at the HFC and will also be available via Zoom. Information will be circulated for comments and the Zoom address soon. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Duff Hill, Assistant Secretary - Public Works & Budget, Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Mondays at 10:30 am to 11:30 pm, 863.875.4216, duffhill5429@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, and Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com 8 New activities at the HFC include weekly LA Scoops, an ice cream social event from 1-3 PM Fridays. We are forming a martial arts class and we are also having hand building clay classes starting this month. The HFC Corn Hole Tournament on Friday, October 1st has 24 teams signed up and competitors will be vying for the $75 first place, $50 second place and $25 third place awards. A book signing event is scheduled for Monday, October 11th from 10 – 11 AM with our resident author, David Cline and his murder mystery, Capital Corruption. Our monthly Reminiscing Trivia will be back this month from 2-3 PM Wednesday, October 13th. You will get more information about these activities, our special parties, and our seminars via the Lake Ashton Connection Newsletter, Constant Contact and HFC posters. Don’t forget to get your costumes ready for the big Halloween Party on the 22nd! Do you like books? The HFC is looking for a volunteer to come in weekly to help with the bookshelves and puzzles. Stop in at the Activities Desk from 8AM – 4PM Mondays thru Fridays or phone: 863-595-1562 if you are interested. The total time needed for this task is approximately 1 - 2 hour/wk.

Wildlife Corner by Barbara Ann Comer The gopher tortoise is one of the only borrow. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Contact Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com) with questions. LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTERS two tortoises native to the United States (the other is the Texas Tortoise). How does a tortoise differ from a turtle? A tortoise is merely a turtle that lives on land. They should never be placed in water. They are found in Florida in the scrub habitat where it's typically sandy. Their favorite foods include Prickly Pear Cactus and Gopher Apple. They burrow and provide housing for over 70 other kinds of animals like Burrowing Owls, Raccoons, Opossums, snakes and rats. It's hard not to notice when one is renovating its home because the dirt flies out the front door with gusto. These burrows are typically 10 - 35 feet long. Gopher Tortoises are occasionally seen at Lake Ashton since it borders some of their habitat on the Lake Wales Ridge. It's always a special treat to find one. However please note that it is illegal to handle them without a special permit. JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. This month outlines the policy regarding use of the Media Centers at Lake Ashton. There is a Media Center in the Clubhouse and HFC. Both have books and puzzles for residents to borrow and computers for residents to use. The Clubhouse Media Center also has DVDs and Blu Rays available for residents to 1. There are two library/media centers, one in the Clubhouse and one in the Community Center. They have books, puzzles, computers, tables, DVDs and an area for reading. 2. Books and puzzles are donated by Patrons for use by other Patrons. They may be removed but must be returned upon completion to either Amenity Facility. 3. District computers and their content, including email, are subject to monitoring and access by the District at any time with or without consent or prior knowledge of the user. The District reserves the right to monitor any use of network resources, to monitor computer and internet usage, including, but not limited to: sites visited, searches conducted, information uploaded or downloaded and to access, retrieve and delete any data stored in, created, received, or sent over the network or using network resources for any reason. 4. It is strictly prohibited to use a District computer for wireless internet access to seek, send or store Inappropriate Content (as defined herein) and/or for unauthorized copying of copyrighted material. Examples of copyrighted materials include, but are not limited to: commercial music, video, graphics, or other intellectual property. The Districts assume no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, that may occur from the use of its electronic resources. Users of the Districts computers and/or wireless internet access peruse the internet at their own risk, realizing the potential for accessing offensive, inaccurate, illegal, or fraudulent information. 5. The District reserves the right to revoke any User’s access to the Districts’ computers and/or wireless internet at any time. 10 10 AVON PARK More Choices Best Prices... Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation Customize wit hout Compromise! model furnished by Turners. Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 WWW.TURNERFURNITUREONLINE.COM AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 11 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2021 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1336 9/21

LA WOODWORKERS KNIFE SHARPENING Bring your knives and scissors that need sharpening to the Wood Shop (located near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Dr.) October 5 between 8:30 and 10 am. Please wrap in newspaper and identify with your name and telephone number. Thank you to everyone for supporting this fundraising project. LAKE ASHTON ACTIVITIES ADVI SORY GROUP Do you actively attend activities at the Clubhouse? Are you able to attend one 2-hour meeting a month? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then you invited to be a part of the group. The purpose of this advisory group is to work with the Clubhouse Activities department to assist in determining and evaluating events, classes, and activities at the Clubhouse. Interested Lake Ashton residents should stop by the information wall to pick up an application and submit it to the Clubhouse Activities Desk by November 8. The first meeting will be in January 2022. RECURRING ROOM RESERVATION RENEWALS START NOVEMBER 1 Group facilitators are encouraged to reach out to Clubhouse Office Manager Sheila Moreland via email at smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com to ensure contact information on file is correct. Forms will be sent electronically to facilitators on November 1 to renew recurring reservations for 2022. Forms need to be returned by November 19. After this date your reserved room cannot be guaranteed. As a reminder, annual events can be booked at any time. Please reach out to Sheila at the email above or via phone at 863-324-5457 with any questions. SIGN UP FOR NEWS BLASTS You can now sign up for blast emails on either di st r ict webs i te: lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com. There are four distribution list options: General Correspondence, Ashton Tap & Grill, Eagle’s Nest, and the Pro Shop. You can also email valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com to sign up or if you have stopped receiving emails. WITH GRATITUDE Pat Hodges would like to send out a huge, heartfelt "thank you" to her daughter (Karen Kirwan) and all of her very special Lake Ashton friends who stopped by the reception in her honor to make her 90th birthday so fabulous. Also, to all the "snowbird" friends who sent greeting cards...they were so appreciated! Please save the date (August 5, 2031) for the next big one. Thank you, thank you, thank you! 12 12

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By Ken Rickey, President The HOA wants to be fair but firm in dealing with compliance issues. As such, the rules need to be followed by everybody — not just the people down the street. Each month a specific area of compliance will be concentrated on in order to better serve the community. This month, the HOA will be looking at house paint and trim and checking for signs of repainting or cleaning needs. The Design Guidelines specify the colors for the base color, trim, shutters, front and side doors for the house. The approved colors are available on lakeashtonhoa.org under the architectural information section and at the HOA office. Welcome back to the neighbors who have been away for the summer. For those who have not kept up with Lake Ashton news while gone, this is a short recap (for the others this is a review)! Three of the HOA Directors resigned in May due to health reasons. The new appointees are Secretary Keith Stevens, Treasurer Bob Prowant, and Assistant Secretary Debby Landgrebe, joining Vice President David Muller and President Ken Rickey. The vote on the CC&R revisions was postponed until legal issues have been straighten out. While that is happening, the HOA Board and the CC&R committee have been working diligently to further clarify some of the wording and to present the document in a more readable and understandable format. Hopefully the final rendering will be much more acceptable to the members (you) for a positive vote. A management company has been hired to assist the HOA and ARC in the duties and responsibilities to keep Lake Ashton the premier 55+ community that it has been for the last 20 years. SUBMITTING ARC REQUESTS ( LW RESIDENTS) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair All external changes you make to your home require an ARC request and approval prior to starting any project. To submit an ARC request, go to lakeashtonhoa.org, and download the form which can be found under the Documents tab in the Architectural Information section. You can complete the form by hand or on your computer. Then email the completed form to admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. DO NOT USE THE ‘SUBMIT NEW REQUEST’ feature on the website. The form can also be found on the information wall in Clubhouse Ballroom. You can either drop the completed form in the HOA box or have it scanned at the Clubhouse Office prior to dropping it in the HOA box. The deadline for complete ARC request submissions is 5 pm on Wednesday prior to the next ARC meeting. The ARC meets the second & fourth Wednesday of the month. You will be notified of the status of your request within a few days of the meeting. 14

PARKING & ROAD SAFETY REMINDERS SAFETY Staff and Supervisors have been working with the Lake Wales Police Department on ways to improve the safety of the roads within Lake Ashton. Residents are reminded that the speed limit throughout all of Lake Ashton is 20 mph and all golf carts, vehicles, and bicycles should make a complete stop just before the white stop bar whether before or after the posted stop sign. It only takes a moment to follow the traffic controls that are in place that could potentially prevent a serious accident. The Lake Wales Police Department is increasing their patrols in Lake Ashton and have already pulled over some residents for not stopping at stop signs. Please take a little extra time to ensure you maneuver throughout the community as safely as possible to avoid a ticket and more importantly, an accident. The following excerpt was taken from Florida State Statute 316.1945 Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited in specified places. For the full statue, please visit www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm? App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0316/Sections/0316.1945.html. No person shall stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers: 1.In front of a public or private driveway. 2.Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 3.Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 4.Within 30 feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway. Keep in mind the streets in Lake Ashton are very narrow and there are many forms of traffic which heightens the danger during busy times. The information listed above will be passed along to vendors to ensure they are following the established state statutes. The following items will also help to alleviate dangerous situations on the road. •Do not park a vehicle directly parallel to another vehicle. •Do not park on a curve. •Park as close to the curb as possible. City of Lake Wales also has an ordinance (§ 20-14 - Parking in residential districts) that makes it unlawful to park overnight or leave unattended during the day any commercial motor vehicle, golf cart, moped, motorized scooter, motor vehicle, motorcycle, trailer, truck, or vehicle on a public street or road in a residential district of this city that obstructs the free, convenient, and normal use of the public street or road by impeding, hindering, stifling, or endangering the safe movements of traffic or pedestrians. For the full ordinance, please visit lakewales.elaws.us/code/ ordinances_ch20_artii 16 the Clubhouse and HFC. For more information contact Mike Weissberg 863-324-3541 (please leave a message). NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH By Fay Wood, NW Chief NATIONAL NIGHT OUT - RESCHEDULED! National Night Out is an annual communitybui lding campaign that promotes pol icecommunity partnerships and neighborhood cama r ader i e to make our Lake Ashton neighborhood a safer, caring place in which to live. The previously scheduled National Night Out was postponed due to inclement weather and rescheduled for October 13. A golf cart parade/ caravan will start at the HFC at 6:30 pm, travel through the community, and end at the Clubhouse. All Lake Ashton residents are asked to keep their outside lights on to signify commitment to a crimefree environment! Help make this National Night Out a special one, and hopefully everyone in this great community will participate. See you there! CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL (CAP) By Mike Weissberg Since all residents are a part of Neighborhood Watch, you already are watching things around you. Citizens Assisted Patrol does this by patrolling our streets. CAP’s job is to look for things that do not belong in the community. Our presence with lights flashing while patrolling the streets is a deterrent to help keep these streets safe. CAP is always looking for more volunteers to patrol the streets. Come help be the eyes, ears, and presence for the Sheriff’s department. Patrols are once a week for two hours. Applications are available in 10 17 Let’s Talk WiFi Thieves (Courtesy of Law Enforcement) In this mobile society, everyone takes their electronics devices everywhere. WiFi access is so popular in public places — it’s a great way to check email, verify financial information, do internet shopping, make reservations and much more. BUT you could be opening yourself up to losing your personal information to a thief! How it works You turn on your electronic device in a WiFi zone. Several choices appear. Problem? Some are not legitimate. If you connect to the wrong network, you could enjoy the internet while the thief is collecting your personal information. Connect to a legitimate WiFi connection Look at your connection page. If you see a description of “computer to computer” with an icon of several computers, STAY AWAY! A legitimate wireless network will simply say, “wireless network” and display only one icon. If you are uncertain - DON'T CONNECT! It's not a good idea to take a chance. Legitimate businesses with free WiFi are helpful to assist customers, so don’t be afraid to ask. Finally, be sure to set up your device so it DOES NOT automatically connect to a wireless network! You should control the connections — not the airwaves.

MOVIES MOVIE TIMES: 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 OCTOBER 5 — 7 THE COURIER 2021 | R | 1h 48min Partial nudity, brief language, smoking, violence. Unassuming British businessman Greville Wynne (Benedict Cumberbatch) becomes entangled in one of the greatest international conflicts in history. Recruited by MI6 and a CIA operative, Wynne forms a covert partnership with Soviet officer Oleg Penkovsky, and both men risk everything in a danger-fraught race against time to provide the intelligence needed to prevent nuclear confrontation and end the Cuban Missile Crisis. OCTOBER 12 — 14 THE MISFITS 2021 | R | 1h 34min Brief drug use, some language, sexual references. A band of modern-day Robin Hoods known as "The Misfits", recruit renowned thief Richard Pace (Pierce Brosnan) to help them pull off the heist of the century. The prize: millions in gold bars stashed underneath one of the world's most secure prisons. OCTOBER 19 — 20 THE GUILTY 2021 | R | 1h 31min Language. The film takes place over the course of a single morning in a 911 dispatch call center. Call operator Joe Baylor (Jake Gyllenhaal) tries to save a caller in grave danger-but he soon discovers that nothing is as it seems, and facing the truth is the only way out. 18 18 OCTOBER 21 BACK TO THE FUTURE MOVIE MARATHON 10 AM BACK TO THE FUTURE In this sci-fi comedy classic, an eccentric inventor (Christopher Lloyd) turns a DeLorean into a time machine that inadvertently sends young Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) back 30 years. In 1955, Marty disrupts his parents' destiny and risks throwing the time-space continuum out of whack. 1 PM BACK TO THE FUTURE PART 2 Time-travelers Marty and Doc head to 2015 to nip some McFly family woes in the bud, but things go awry thanks to bully Biff Tannen and a pesky sports almanac. In a last-ditch attempt to set things straight, Marty finds himself again bound for 1955. 4 PM BACK TO THE FUTURE PART 3 The final installment of the Back to the Future trilogy finds Marty digging the trusty DeLorean out of a mineshaft and looking up Doc in the Wild West of 1885. But when their time machine breaks down, the travelers are stranded in a land of spurs. More problems arise when Doc falls for pretty schoolteacher Clara Clayton and Marty tangles with Buford Tannen. OCTOBER 26 — 28 CRUELLA 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 14min In this live-action origin story based on the Disney classic "101 Dalmatians," young Cruella de Vil (Emma Stone) is working as a fashion designer in 1970s London -until an obsession with dog skins leads her astray. MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CC) & 3 PM OCTOBER 1 THE STRATTON STORY 1980 | PG | 1h 50min This fact-based sports drama chronicles the life of famous pitcher Monty Stratton. Stratton (James Stewart), a star athlete, loses his leg when his hunting rifle misfires during a wilderness outing. Initially, Stratton's career is derailed, and he wallows in the depth of depression; however, with the encouragement of his loving spouse, Ethel (June Allyson), he decides to get back in the game. Equipped with a prosthetic leg, Stratton eventually works his way back to pitching in the minor leagues. OCTOBER 8 DEAD POETS SOCIETY 1989 | PG | 2h 9min Oscar nominee Robin Williams stars as John Keating, an unconventional teacher who inspires students through poetry. When the school fires him, his devastated students rally behind him, mindful of the ways he has changed their lives. OCTOBER 15 EDWARD SCISSORHANDS 1990 | PG-13 | 1h 45min An inventor dies before developing hands for his creation, a boy named Edward (Johnny Depp) who instead has scissors at the end of each arm. Edward lives a monastic existence until an Avon lady adopts him and takes him to live in the pastel paradise of suburbia. OCTOBER 22 PRACTICAL MAGIC 1998 | PG-13 | 1h 44min Sisters Sally and Gillian Owens (Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman) are 19 modern-day witches whose love lives are complicated by an unusual curse: Men who fall in love with them meet untimely ends. But against the advice of their eccentric aunts, the sisters continue to seek romance. OCTOBER 29 SLEEPY HOLLOW 1999 | R | 1h 45min New York detective Ichabod Crane (Johnny Depp) is sent to Sleepy Hollow to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in which the victims are found beheaded. But the locals believe the culprit to be none other than the ghost of the legendary Headless Horseman. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION OPEN Now If you would like to be listed here, contact valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. 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EVENTS BAKERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE CRAFT FAIR. Your homemade goodies will be greatly appreciated. Drop off your baked goods October 22 from noon to 4 pm at 4344 Heath Land Lane, Lake Wales. Call Carol (note corrected phone number: 863-845-2028) or Debbie at 863-318-9376. Lake Ashton’s 2021 Home Improvement Expo Come relive some of your favorite events at Lake Ashton all in one party, for just $10! The concession stand from the Rock the Block event will be back, so come and try the strawberry shortcake, sausage and peppers, meatball subs, grilled veggie kebabs, street corn, and fruit cups that sold out at the block party event that everyone is still talking about. LAVA AUXILIARY PRESENTS THE CRAFT FAIR OCTOBER 23 By Chris Graves This craft fair to benefit the Veterans’ Tiny Home Project is October 23 from 9 am to 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. More than 40 vendors have signed up and there will be “LOTS OF LOTTO MONEY!” There will be a raffle tree with 3 chances to win! Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. Each winner will win $100 worth of scratch off lottery tickets! Please come support the Veterans and take the opportunity to purchase unique, hand-crafted items including metal artwork, crocheted items, not to mention you could be one of the lucky winners of a Lotto Tree and/or other raffle items. 20 It's that time again! The Home Improvement Expo returns November 9 from 10 am to 1 pm. Need help with a home project? Come down to the Clubhouse Ballroom where a wide variety of vendors will be showcasing their products and services. Vendors and expertise will include solar paneling, windows, air conditioning, house cleaning, electrical and so much more. This event is completely free! disney trivia M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! Calling all Disnerds! Come down to the Clubhouse for Disney Trivia on November 2 at 6:30 pm. Wear your Disney best and gather your team of no more than six Disney friends to see who will be crowned Lake Ashton’s Disney royalty! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online Activities Form. FREE PONTOON BOAT RIDES ON LAKE ASHTON Freedom Boat Club will be providing free pontoon boat rides on Lake Ashton to residents on November 19 starting at 1:30 pm. There is a limit of 10 people per session. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for one of the following time slots: 1:30 pm, 3 pm, 4:30 pm, 6 pm, or 7:30 pm. Since space is limited this activity will be for Lake Ashton residents only. A representative will give residents an overview of the services they offer while enjoying a boat ride on beautiful Lake Ashton. PARTY FOR NO PARTICULAR REASON $10 TICKETS INCLUDE A LIVE DJ AND A BEVERAGE OF YOUR CHOICE (DOMESTIC BEER, HOUSE WINE, OR NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE). FOOD & DRINKS CAN BE PURCHASED FROM THE CONCESSION STAND & CASH BAR. BEER BUCKET SPECIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE! OCTOBER 15 7 PM CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM BEHIND THE SCENES - ROCK THE BLOCK PARTY Residents are still talking about the Rock the Block Party on that was held September 10 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. It was a one-of-a-kind event and would not have been possible without help from resident volunteers and others. A special thank you goes to Yellowstone and Tropico for the plants and sod, Alan Cropp for constructing the light tops, and David Fix, Sil We l l s , J o y McGraw, Jerry Elmers, Ron Kosters, and Yvonne Saunders for their assistance with setup. They were moving outdoor furniture indoors, hanging lights from the ceiling, and setting up light poles, sod, and plants. Mike Costello, the Vice Chairman of the LACDD Board of Supervisors, even stopped by to supervise the setup and help move the light poles into place! Caroline made handmade signs for every street in Lake Ashton that were hung on the poles that Matt and Jar ed painted and put together. It was a great example of how willing residents are to jump in and help and highlighted how wonderful Lake Ashton is when it comes to working together as a team. Thank you to all involved! 21

CAMP LAKE ASHTON Wow, what a week! Residents had a great time at Camp Lake Ashton this year. Activities ranged from playing water games to learning how to plant a garden and it all was made possible by our sponsors; Matt Simpson of Edward Jones, Senior Insurance of Florida, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida, The Oasis Spa, Nick Toadvine of Guardian Wealth Management, and Gessler Clinic. A special thanks goes out to all of the Volunteer Camp Counselors (pictured left) for helping make this week possible by either teaching activities or helping with set-up and clean-up of the activities. The 2021 Camp Award Winners are (pictured top left below, left to right): Happiest Camper: Cynthia Harris Crafty Camper: Debbie Platt Camp Jitterbug: Lainie Segal Camper of the Week: Suzanne Tuttle Camp Scavenger Hunt: Chuck & Carolyn Weber Camp Couple: Carl & Linda Boast 22 LA Cruise-In The Car Show has been rescheduled to December 11 from 10 am to 1 pm. Just giving you car junkies some extra time to prep your car for the big show! Who will win the coveted Best Classic (pre-1979), Best Modern (post-1979), and Crowd Favorite? Registration for the show will begin November 1 and the last day to register will be November 26. Registration forms will be at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. National Candy Day November 4 Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk from 10 am to 4 pm to add a little sweetness to your day! CUPCAKE EXCHANGE Who doesn’t love a good cupcake? National Vanilla Cupcake Day is November 10, so come celebrate with a cupcake exchange! Residents are welcomed to bring any flavored cupcakes to exchange with friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 1 pm. Enjoy great conversations over scrumptious cupcakes! Please sign-up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk and indicate how many cupcakes you will bring with you for the exchange. The last day to sign up will be November 3. 23

NIGHTMARE ON THE LAKE HAUNTED HOUSE By Cheryl Winchester LAPAC is very excited about this Fundraiser, the biggest and best haunted house inside of the Lake Ashton Clubhouse Ballroom! Tickets go on sale October 4 at Monday Coffee. Don’t wait to purchase your ticket because they are being sold for $15 each in groups of 40 with a total of only 160 people per night to try and keep this as safe as possible. Time slots: 7 pm, 7:30 pm, 8 pm, & 8:30 pm, with a limit of 40 people per time slot. That group of 40 will be broken into groups inside as well. Plan on a little fear, lots of tricks, and plenty of treats. Mask and gloves will be provided. If you’d like, you can dress up in a costume yourself! If anyone would like to volunteer to help please contact Cheryl Winchester at 305-725-4946. WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. Ted and Louise Price Residents of Lake Aston OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 OFFICE: (863)676-6507 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL NEW PATIENT For Patients Without Insurance $ ” 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. Patients with Dental Insurance: Our office will file services to your primary insurance provider and will accept the insurance payment only. You will not be billed for the difference for the services mentioned above, for this special promotion only. Dental Insurance accepted: Our office accepts and works with most major dental insurance companies. We will file your primary insurance claim, and answer any questions you have about your plan. We offer Implant consultatons at no charge. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 24 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 4 — 6 pm OUTSIDE THE CLUBHOUSE Enjoy some fall and Halloween fun at the annual Fall Festival October 30 from 4 to 6 pm. Play great games like Pumpkin Bowling, Spider Corn hole, Pumpkin Bocce, and more, and enjoy fall-themed treats. There will also be other great Fall Festival activities to enjoy, along with the pie-eating and costume contests. There will be a pumpkin patch and residents can pick a pumpkin, free of charge (one per household, while supplies last). This event will be free for all residents and guests to attend thanks to sponsor Lake Howard Heights. If you would like to be a contestant in the Pie Eating Contest, please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by 5 pm on October 22. Pumpkin Bocce, & more) Fall-Themed Treats Costume Contest & Pie Eating Contest Pick a Pumpkin From the Patch (one per household, while supplies last) & More! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk if you would like to participate in the Pie Eating Contest. Sign up with Caroline if you would like to volunteer — all positions needed! All games and activities are completely free thanks to sponsors Lake Howard Heights, Cornerstone Hospice, Matt Simpson with Edward Jones, and Gessler Clinic 25 Themed Yard & Carnival Games (Pumpkin Bowling, Spider Corn Hole,

LAKE ASHTON’S AMAZING GOLF CART RACE It’s back and better than before! It’s not just a race. It’s not just a competition. It’s a challenge! So save the date for November 18 at noon. Race against time and complete challenges along the way, just like the Amazing Race on television. Tasks will be a combination of recreational, mental, and observational. Something all ages and genders can do and enjoy. Communication and working together is the key for teams to see who will win the ultimate golf cart challenge. Although all teams will face the same challenges, all will not be doing them simultaneously. You won’t know how your team is doing until the end. The race should last about two hours after a brief instructional meeting. There are prizes for top finishing teams. The challenge is limited to 16 teams, so sign up early at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Teams can be two to four members. Sign up as a team, or an individual to be placed on a team. 5K TURKEY TROT Come join fellow runners, walkers, and bike riders for a 5K Tu r k e y Tr o t ! ( 3 . 1 m i l e s November 22 at Lake Ashton! The course will be the closed golf course golf cart path beginning at 8 am. Money raised will go to the Lake Wales Care Center for their Christmas Toy Drive. This keeps all donations local for those in need. COMING UP AT THE CLUBHOUSE: LA PURPLE STARS CHILI/SOUP COOK OFF JANUARY 28, 2022 All runners, walkers and bike riders who enter will be provided a medal to show your support for this fundraiser. If you aren’t at Lake Ashton on November 22, you may still register and do the 5K virtually from wherever you are. Once you return to Lake Ashton, you will receive your medal and bib. T h e registration fee is $25 (please make checks payable to Lake Ashton Golf Management) and includes a Numbered Bib, Medal and Donation to the Lake Wales Care Center. Registration Forms are available at the Clubhouse and HFC. Deadline to register is October 10 so that the medals may be minted and the numbered bibs are ordered and received on time. 26 26 Christmas Dinner Dance By Jackie Ellis Time to get that pretty dress and snappy suit out for the beautiful Christmas Dinner Dance December 4.This is one big gala affair you won't want to miss! Enjoy this beautiful time of year, great food provided by Cam's Catering, music to dance the night away and fun with friends and neighbors. Tickets go on sale November 1 before Monday Coffee at 8 am in the Clubhouse. More information to come in the November issue. Stay healthy and safe in this beautiful community! Holidays Around the World Felices Fiestas, Habari Gani, Chag Sameach, Buone Vacanze, Happy Boxing Day, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays … No matter what your holiday greeting is, all are welcomed to celebrate the Holidays Around the World on December 10 at 5 pm in the Clubhoues Ballroom! There will be food stations set up representing the countries of Italy, Kenya, Dominican Republic, America, Israel, and Canada featuring their common holiday foods. along with traditional music from these world holidays played by a live DJ. Purchase tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a Visa, MasterCard, or check for $30 on October 25 at 10 am. New Year’s Eve What a night! What a crowd! Here's a toast to a prosperous year … and a masquerade! Dance the year away in the Clubhouse Ballroom and raise a glass of complimentary champagne as you toast 2022 in style. Tickets are $50 and also include a delicious plated dinner from Ashton Tap & Grill featuring salad, prime rib or chicken piccata, mashed potatoes, green beans almandine, dinner roll, and dessert. A cash bar will be available for libations throughout the night. Purchase tickets with a Visa, MasterCard, or check (LACDD) starting October 4 at 10 am at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. 27 27 Look for Our New Menu Beginning October 19th

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS BEADING CRAFT Create a beautiful beaded keychain showing your support to find a cure for breast cancer. Join friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse Ballroom on October 13 at 12 pm to make your keychain., Valerie Fetcho from The Art of Beading will be giving instructions on how to make this free craft. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the Online Activities Form. LALGA PRESENTS THE PINK RIBBON BREAST CANCER GOLF TOURNAMENT GIRLS NIGHT IN The Clubhouse will be kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Girls Night In, a night of awareness, pampering, and fun. Don’t forget to wear your pajamas! Play classic girl's night games while great women empowerment music is played. Indulge in a popcorn bar, an ice cream bar, and other snacks. Dillard’s from Eagle Ridge Mall will be here offering bra fittings, Oasis Spa will be raffling mini facial and chair massages throughout the night, and you can't have a girl's pajama party without make-up so stop by the Avon booth to enter the raffle for a mini makeover. LALGA will be selling their Pink Ribbons and will have some of their members sharing their survivor stories. New scarves and headcoverings will also be collected to donate to women who are fighting to beat cancer. This all takes place on October 1 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk for $10 and will also be available at the door on the night of, so grab a girlfriend and come on down! Registration starts October 1 in the Pro Shop for the Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Golf Tournament on November 9. Choose your foursome and sign up. Don’t have a foursome? Just sign up and members will be matched. It is only $30 per person to enter and that includes: the tournament fee, lunch, prize money and a donation to the Watson Clinic Foundation. Don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets as there are over 150 raffle items. In addition, the silent auction contains some of the finest golf courses in the area as well as art, trips, and restaurants. You won’t want to miss out on placing a bid. Again, anyone in the community can buy raffles or bid on silent auction items, even if you do not play golf. Questions? Call Lydia Fichtman at 215-290-9375 or Kim Kutsch at 724-664-7988. Let’s make this year’s donation to the Watson Clinic Foundation even greater than before! 28 28 SUPPORTING THE FIGHTERS ADMIRING THE SURVIVORS HONORING THE TAKEN & NEVER GIVING UP HOPE BREAST CANCER AWARENESS WALK & IN OCTOBER WE WEAR PINK Bring awareness to breast cancer and join friends and neighbors for a walk on October 8 from 10 am to noon. The day will consist of a walk from the HFC to the Guard House and back for a continental breakfast. A sponsor will be contributing T-shirts, bracelets, and much more. There will also be a speaker present for the event. During the month of October, if you will be participating in fitness classes at the HFC, please consider wearing pink for awareness and support. Prizes will go out to the residents that wear the most pink for the month. There will also be the annual Wall of Stars to represent those lost to breast cancer, as well as survivors and those who are currently fighting. BREAST CANCER & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Did you know that there is therapy available for breast cancer patients? Stop by the HFC October 12 at 1 pm to hear about the possibilities available for occupational therapy for breast cancer patients. Please sign up for this seminar at the HFC. TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR BREAST HEALTH SEMINAR Come down to the HFC for a presentation by a Breast Surgical Oncologist, who will be covering topics on necessary screenings for different life stages, and much more. The seminar will be held October 13 at 12:30 pm. Lunch will also be provided. Please sign up at the HFC. Bus Trips are back with safety precautions in place such as special air purifiers installed on all motor coaches to thoroughly clean and disinfect them before and after trips. All trips include reserved round trip transportation in deluxe motor coaches from the Clubhouse. Sign up for any of the below trips at the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check payable to Small World Tours. Lake Ashton Bus Remaining 2021 Trips: OCTOBER 27 THE PRICE IS RIGHT: LIVE! $78/PERSON NOVEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 3 MARVELOUS MYRTLE BEACH $1075/ PERSON (MUST BE PAID IN FULL BY OCTOBER 12) DECEMBER 5 - 12 NASHVILLE & MEMPHIS COUNTRY CHRISTMAS TOUR $2199/PERSON (ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! TRIP MUST BE PAID IN FULL BY OCTOBER 5) 29 29 Trips

GOLF LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The September highlighted events were “Beat the Pros” on September 8th during which 9 teams were able to beat the Pros; followed by the two-day LAMGA Ryder Cup on September 29th & 30th, which included breakfast, lunch and a golf hat for each participant. Special thanks to the Pro Shop team for taking the time out of their busy days to participate in “Bet the Pros”. This month the following generous sponsors who support the annual Member-Guest tournament are recognized: Century Buick, Hill Nissan, Huston Cadillac, Buick and GMC, Lake Wales Jeep, Red Hoagland Hyundai, and Ridge Quality Motors. When you are looking for any service or product, you can find a list of all our sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, Lake Ashton Living, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Top Ten Leader Board through the end of August includes Donn Yasz - $140.10; Mike Krigelski - $129.08; Jim Ford - $127.75; Tom Murphy - $126.85; Les Jacobsen - $120.10; Denis Mulhearn - $114.58; Duff Hill - $113.60; Rolly Geyer - $112.50; Pat O’Neil - $108.25 and; Jack Farmer - $105.47. Thanks, as always, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for sponsoring this very popular year-long contest. Keeping up the speed of play makes the game more enjoyable for all participants. Here are some tips for picking up the pace. • Keep up with the group in front of you. • Play “Ready Golf”. If you are not the one who is out or away, but you are ready to play your stroke while the others in your group are not, go ahead and hit. • Use the time you spend getting to your ball to think about the next shot. When you reach your ball, you will need less time to figure out the shot. • If you are out of the hole or will reach the maximum score you can take, pick up your ball. 30 • Don’t wait until it’s your turn to putt to start the process of reading the green. Do it as soon as you reach the green so that when it is your turn you can step right up and putt. • When leaving the green and returning to your cart, don’t put your putter in the bag or mark your scorecard until you get to the next tee. • Do not spend more than the 3 minutes allowed looking for a lost ball. The October schedule is comprised of: October 6th – Modified Net Stableford (flighted field); October 13th – Best Net of A&D Players + Best Net of B&C Players; October 20th – Best 3 Nets and; October 27th – Pick Your Partner – 2 Man Best Ball (includes lunch). LA NINERS By Diane Struble Fall is in the air along with the much-anticipated cooler and (hopefully) drier weather! It is also the start of the new season which is proving to be better than ever! October 5 is the kick-off opening celebration which promises to be a fun-filled day with a few surprises. The game schedule will include some "team" games and tournaments but will put more focus on individual games to calculate into our handicaps. The semi-annual Senior Orphans Collection will be on October 26 and November 2. Cleaning supplies in user-friendly sizes are in high demand and have been requested. The Niners are proud to support this great cause that helps low-income seniors in Polk County. The Pink Ribbon Tournament will be on November 9 so start planning, your foursomes sign-up begins October 1 (see page 28 for more details). Vice President Karen Ferrande will continue to attend the New Resident Socials offering information on the Niners. Anyone is welcome to call Karen at 207-451-0143 with any questions. The Niners would love to have you join! 1 IN 3 HOMES HAVE DAMAGED DUCTS, WASTING A/C IN THE ATTIC ELIMINATE GARAGE DOOR HEAT! WE LOWER AND REPAIR DUCTS AND BURY THEM IN INSULATION $690 INSULATE GARAGE DOOR AS LOW AS $195 FIX GARAGE, INSULATE GARAGE ATTIC + GARAGE DOOR $685 23 OUR SERVICE PAYS FOR ITSELF! A/C RUNS 2-4 HOURS LESS! WE HAVE OVER 100 HAPPY LAKE ASTON CUSTOMERS. WE KNOW THESE HOMES. LOCAL FAMILY, LICENSED & INSURED Curabitur blandit tempus porttitor. Nulla vitae elit libero, a pharetra augue. Morbi leo risus, porta ac consectetur ac, vestibulum at eros.

LALGA By Lydia Fichtman Your very own LALGA is as busy as ever planning for the fall and the 2021-22 year. The pre-season opener will be a Meet and Greet, Mardi Gras style, event. You don’t need to bring any beads as they will be provided. Come to the Pro Shop on Monday, October 25 at 4 pm for fun, food and festivities. Try to win prizes at different events such as putting and chipping. All women in the community are invited to participate and meet the members of the LALGA. Meet Mafie Walker Mafie Walker was born in a small rural village just north of Lisbon, Portugal near the town of Fatima. Mafie was brought u p w i t h v e r y h u m b l e beginnings, not exposed to electricity, indoor plumbing and telephones until the age of 14. In Lisbon, Mafie went to a private school because she wanted to continue her education and schools in Portugal, at that time, only went to fourth grade. To pay for school, Mafie’s mom would pawn her necklace and buy it back each month after her husband was paid. Unfortunately, Mafie’s mom became ill and Mafie had to leave school to take care of the family. Mafie’s uncle lived in America and came back to Portugal to visit the family. At that time, Mafie’s father was out of work and therefore the uncle sponsored the family to come to America. Already 21, Mafie could not be a part of the sponsorship. In 1967, a year after the family moved, Mafie obtained her green card and arrived in Maryland on Christmas Eve to join them. One month later she met her now husband Tom at People’s Drug Store and the following September they were married. They just celebrated their 53rd anniversary. They have one daughter, two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mafie worked in many careers and 29 years ago she started playing golf. While living in Coral Gables, Florida, Mafie belonged to five different golf leagues. 32 She played golf every day! Mafie’s and Tom’s daughter took a job at Disney and because of that they decided to move to Lake Ashton. It was the golf courses and the amenities that drew them there. When arriving in Lake Ashton, Mafie joined the LALGA and Shirley Goldstein took her under her wing and showed her the ropes. Mafie enjoys gardening and is an avid bridge player. She makes creams, soaps and jewelry for fun and sells some on Etsy. She and Tom cruise extensively and really enjoy seeing other places and meeting new people. The LALGA loves having Mafie Walker as part of the league.

CLUBS LA BELLES By Rose Crognale The LA Belles Halloween Luncheon will be held on October 27 at 12:30 pm at Sizzling Grill on Route 27 in Lake Wales. Costumes are encouraged but not required. The event is hosted by Rose Crognale (856-217-6676), AnnaMarie Cooney (609-405-4694) and Janet Luke. The Belles will be able to choose from Sizzling Grill’s large menu selections and will be billed separately. Sign up at the Clubhouse activities desk ON or BEFORE October 22 so we can give the venue a final count. Come one and all for a spook-tacular time! DUPL ICATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller Duplicate Bridge players compete on Mondays from 12:45 pm to approximately 3:30 pm in the ballroom. Players of all abilities and experience are welcome. A partner is required. There is a sign up sheet on the ballroom information rack. For more information call Don Fuller at 863-324-2255. Recent Results: September 20: 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 3rd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers September 13: 1st Margot & Keith Stevens, 2nd Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 3rd Jim Ford & Don Fuller August 30: 1st Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 2nd Marion Nelson & Dana Cunningham, 3rd Ralph Ritter & George Rogers August 23: 1st Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd Ann Murphey & Mary Lois Teyssier, 3rd Marion Nelson & Dana Cunningham RARE DOUBLE BACI! By Carl Boast When a Bocce ball rests touching the Pallino it is called a Baci and scores two points. This happens 34 i n f r e q u e n t l y b u t consistently during matches played at Lake Ashton. When TWO balls of the same color come to rest on the Pallino it is an even rarer event and scores 4 points. Recently, Sil Wells, who took up the game earlier this year, accomplished this rare Double Baci! A Double Baci has not been recorded at Lake Ashton since Vern Frahm made one in January. Bocce games are played Mon, Wed, & Friday at 10:30 am. Anyone interested in joining these games should contact Linda or Carl Boast at 540-297-7336 to set up a mutually convenient time for a beginner session. Other recent Bacis of note: Pat Hodges, got one soon after celebrating her 90th birthday, and Lee Belding got one in her very first game! LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their monthly meeting October 7 via Zoom and inperson at the HFC. There will be social time with snacks from 4:00 to 4:30. Please bring your own beverage. The general meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The October speaker is Judy Haberek, Cha i r o f t he Po l k Coun t y Democ r a t i c Environmental Caucus of Florida and volunteer for the Polk County Democrats. Please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com for more information. LAND OF LINCOLN FRIENDS By Pat Bergstrom Hello Illinoisans! The first get together for 2021 will be on November 2 at noon at the IHOP at 2850 Ridge Way, Lake Wales. There will be a sign-up sheet at the Clubhouse. Individuals will pay for their own food orders. IHOP requires masks. It has been a long time. Any resident is welcome to join. If you have any questions, please contact Pat Bergstrom at 740-624-6903. (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 35

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White swimming offer 10 age groups for ages 50 to 100+. Many join LASC because it is not safe to swim alone, some swim because they were bored just swimming laps and want to learn how to improve their strokes, and others swim with the club for motivation. We welcome you to join us! No competitive experience or desire is necessary. Come for the fun and camaraderie! If interested contact Coach Sandy at sandyw1994@aol.com SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler Congratulations to the 3 members (pictured) from the Lake Ashton Swim Club, who won medals at the 2021 UF Health Senior Games in Gainesville on September 12. From left to right: Sandy Papineau, Cathy Liska, and Sharon Swanson. Members of LA Swim Club swim together several times a week, but only a few compete. For those who wish to compete, there are 19 regional Senior Games around the state that are open to anyone who wishes to participate and serve as qualifiers for the annual state senior championships in Ft. Lauderdale. Senior Games The LA Singles group plans activities for Lake Ashton residents who are single. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2:00 pm in the Cinema. In September, the singles discussed several outings and opportunities for social activities. At the October meeting, plans will be made for the Senior Orphan project. The singles group will purchase Christmas gifts for orphan seniors. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, please attend the meeting on October 3. 36 36

LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg LA Rockers are busy painting rocks to welcome new neighbors, to satisfy bi-monthly group challenges, and to hide throughout Lake Ashton and bring smiles to the faces of friends and neighbors. Looking forward to seeing more of you at the in-person meetings as snowbirds return to Lake Ashton. They are are held every other week in the HFC Community Center Wednesdays from 2 to 4 pm. Alice Mayer, the leader and founder, will be back in LA and is preparing to teach everyone new painting techniques. In addition, other talented artists in our group will share their knowledge and help others. Upcoming meetings will be held on October 6 and 20. Newcomers and those who haven't attended meetings in a while are always welcome to join the fun and share in the camaraderie — and it’s free! To do so, join the group LA Rockers on Facebook or contact MJ Richards or Alice Mayer and let them know you are coming. ART’S GOLF CARS, INC. The Fun Starts Here! Go to artsgolfcars.com and click on ‘BUILD YOUR OWN’ button to built your own ONWARD! ★★★ WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF PARTS & ACCESSORIES ★★★ WE SERVICE ALL MAKES Owner Art Hobson CALL ART ANYTIME FOR APPOINTMENT ★ 863-439-5431 Free Pickup and Delivery for Lake Ashton Residents Only 29630 U.S. Hwy. 27 • Dundee, FL 33838 • artsgolfcars@aol.com FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1987 Sales and Service • 863-439-5431 Owner Art Hobson 38 0% Financing for 48 Months AUTHORIZED DEALER NEW 2022 CARS NEW 2022 CARS LAVA AUXILIARY By Chris Graves The next meeting is October 20 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom by the stage. The excitement is growing for the upcoming Craft Fair on October 23 which will benefit the Veterans. See page 20 for more details on the event. The LAVA Auxiliary supports veterans through various fundraisers, such as this. The group also does other activities throughout the year to let veterans know that they are not forgotten. This meeting will focus on the final arrangements for the Craft Fair. ATTENTION LAKE ASHTON VOLLEYBALLERS By Debi Crosby Come out and join the group at the Pavilion on October 9 from 4 to 7 pm for a Splash into Fall Celebration! Bring your favorite beverage and a dish to pass. Put 2020 behind everyone! Music and paper goods will be provided, you just show up! Let’s PARTY! Any questions Contact Debi Crosby 954-736-7505 or Carolyn Bishop 919-606-8844. GENEOLOGY CLUB By Jane Imparl The Genealogy Club has made some exci t ing discoveries lately! One member found her greatgreat-grandmother after 10 years of searching. Another two members discovered they share a surname and may be related! Perhaps you would like to join this group and make some fun discoveries too. The next meeting is October 13 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. All levels of expertise are welcome. $7,495 995 39 39

MIND&BODY FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR FITNESS CENTER USERS Please use the antibacterial wipes for all equipment used in the Fitness Center including resistance machines, free weights, benches, and even the cardiovascular equipment. This helps keep germs and viruses at bay and cleans the equipment, making the environment more pleasant for all users. Please see staff with any questions about the Fitness Center or other amenities. The next Clubhouse Fitness Center Orientation will be on October 6 at 1 pm. Please sign up on online form or at the information wall in the Clubhouse Ballroom. LA DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Learn the Waltz Mondays October 4,11,18 & 25 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in HFC Community Center. FREE! No partner needed. For safety wear sturdy shoes — no flip flops please! DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Cheryl Winchester Mondays from 9 to 10 am HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! WOMEN’ S BIBLE STUDY The Lake Ashton Women’s Bible Study will begin Fall Sessions at 10 am on Wednesday, October 13, at the HFC. This year’s study will be the book of Exodus. Come join this group of women for a wonderful experience. 40 37 YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. CREATE A CARD - NEW CLASS TIMES! Explore your creativity! Please join in for creative fun on October 19 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Subsequent classes will be on the 3rd Tuesday each month. The cost of each class is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC -- reservations go quickly. Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with questions. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr October 9 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Magic of Fall Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. ASTRONOMY NIGHT On December 11 at 7 pm Cleve with the Polk Imperial Astronomical Society will be back at Lake Ashton. This time he wants the topic to be the viewer's choice. Please submit topic suggestions via email to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com by October 22. An email blast will be sent out the week of the 25th to vote on the topic for discussion. 41

LIVING WITH SNAKES AND ALLIGAT ORS Back by popular demand, Living with Snakes in Polk County and Living with Alligators seminars will be back at the HFC this October. Shannon Carnevale from University of Florida Institute of Food and Agriculture Science will be back to provide information on Florida’s reptile neighbors. Living with Snakes in Polk County will be held on October 5 at 1 pm and Living with Alligators will be on October 19 at 1 pm. If you’re new to Lake Ashton or just want to educate yourself on snakes and alligators, these are the seminars for you. So, stop by the HFC and sign up today! CHEF’SSpecial November 10 at 5 pm Learn how to make garlic mustard filet mignon with julienned zucchini and carrots and eat it too, all for $15! The class is reserved for the first 20 residents to sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk PAMPER YOURSELF WITH A FACIAL SEMINAR Stop by the HFC and get yourself a FREE facial on October 14 at 1 pm. There will be a guest speaker who will provide you with some skin care techniques and able to answer any beauty questions you may have. Please sign up at the HFC. INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE Tuesdays from 3 to 5 pm and Thursdays ,10 am to noon. If interested, contact Liz Leigh (813.288.0809, leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com). 42 37 COOKING CLASS

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L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter September 2021 Simply the Best! WE REMEMBER. 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 Lake Ashton is a 55 & Older Deed Restricted Community www.lakeashtoncdd.com

NEWSLETTER STAFF Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.6032 SUBMISSION GUIDELINES October Issue Deadline: September 15 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ SEPTEMBER 2021 Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Annie Toth, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY COFFEE Join your friends and neighbors in the Clubhouse Ballroom at 9 am — don’t forget to bring $2 for coffee and donuts! SEPTEMBER 6 NO MONDAY COFFEE — LABOR DAY HOLIDAY CLUBHOUSE OFFICES CLOSED SEPTEMBER 13 Birthdays & Anniversaries Bite Me Monday Celebrate Grandparents’ Day! Featured Vendors - Christine Graves Insurance & Matt Simpson with Edward Jones SEPTEMBER 20 NO MONDAY COFFEE — BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday SEPTEMBER 27 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Lake Ashton Group Highlight - Lake Ashton Camera Club Featured Vendor - Living Water Boat Cruises ASHTON TAP AND GRILL IS DOING A PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR ATTENDEES SEPTEMBER 27 MENU: 2 PANCAKES, SCRAMBLED EGGS, SAUSAGE OR BACON, & COFFEE PURCHASE TICKETS FOR $8 AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK Bite Me Monday (second Monday) is the monthly collection of donations such as old towels, toys, pet food and supplies for the Polk County Humane Society. Peanut Butter Monday (third Monday) is the monthly collection of non-perishable items for the food pantry at the Lake Wales Care Center. Please drop all items off by noon. LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, September 20 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd Street NW, Winter Haven NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL September 15 — 2 pm Clubhouse Sign up at either Activities Desk IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 36 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Tuesday — Saturday 10 am to 8 pm Sunday (Brunch 10 am to 3 pm) HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm , 7 days a week TRASH & RECYCLING RESIDENTIAL HOLIDAY PICKUP SCHEDULE LABOR DAY - SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 Residents in Winter Haven will have their trash and recycling picked up Tuesday, September 7, and Lake Wales will be picked up Saturday, September 11 due to the holiday. Please do not bring your receptacles to the curb until Monday (WH) or Friday (LW) evening. Contact Republic Services with any questions at 863-665-1489. BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE September 8 and 22 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15 pm) Clubhouse West Parking Lot 5 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Stop by the Activities Desk to put in an application if you are interested in volunteering in any of the following positions at the Clubhouse. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know more about what goes on behind the scenes. Activities Desk Volunteer Event Set-up Event Break-down Other Event Support All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. NEXT MONTHLY MARKET: September 15 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot RED ROOSTER PRODUCE will be in the Clubhouse West Parking Lot Wednesdays starting September 15 12 to 2 pm (1st, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays) 10 am to 2 pm (3rd Wednesday during the Monthly Market) RESIDENT FEEDBACK Your experiences in the community are meant to be as pleasant and memorable as possible. Please take a minute to let staff know how they are doing or give suggestions. Locked boxes are located outside of the Community Director's Office at the HFC and Clubhouse. Suggestion/Feedback forms can be anonymous but please be sure to complete the contact information if you would like staff to follow-up to address specific concerns.

LACDD NEWS By C h r i s t i n e We l l s , LA ( LW) CDD Commu ni ty Di r e c t or Believe it or not, the first day of Fall is September 22. Even though Lake Ashton residents will not experience the traditional cooler temperatures and leaves changing colors, this does mark a time when friends traveling and visiting family and friends in other parts of the country return home. Welcome your friends and neighbors back to the community by coming out to a Sunday Funday dinner and entertainment at Ashton Tap & Grill, going to an event at the Clubhouse or HFC, or maybe play a round of golf and enjoy a lunch at the Eagle's Nest afterwards. Whatever you choose to do, Lake Ashton is full of opportunities for socializing with friends and neighbors to nurture current relationships and create new friendships. Lake Ashton's Rock the Block event is a great time to lay back and enjoy a carefree, no frills, good oldfashioned block party without the heat or possibility of rain. This event is free and all new residents of Lake Ashton are encouraged to come out and meet the neighbors! Please see page 23 for more information on this event. Oktoberfest is September 29 and what a way to bring in the month of October. There will be a live authentic German performance, food, and lots of beer! Stop by the Activities Desk to get tickets to both of these great events and start the fall off with a bang. At the August 16 Board of Supervisors meeting the budget for fiscal year 2022 was approved with minor changes. The Board also voted to increase the Operations and Maintenance assessment for Lake Wales residents to $1969 (a $94 increase). The Board of Supervisors directed staff to implement signage recommending everyone to wear masks when in the Clubhouse. This signage is now in place and it is recommended to maintain six feet social distancing to keep your neighbors safe. Hands free soap dispensers and faucets are now available in all restrooms and additional hand sanitizing dispensers have been added throughout the Clubhouse. Please see page 16 for more information on how we are working to keep Lake Ashton residents safe. A wrap up report was sent via email blast on August 19 with a summary of actions taken at this meeting. Any resident that did not receive this wrap up report can request a copy by sending an email to cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. The next Board of Supervisors meeting is Monday, September 20 at 9:30 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please visit lakeashtoncdd.com for agenda packets, meeting minutes and other District documents, or to sign up for blast emails. LACDD BOA R D O F SUP E RVISO R S CONTA CT INF O Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Harry Krumrie, Assistant Secretary Restaurant LA K E ASHTO N TRIVIA When was the first Entertainment Series at Lake Ashton? 6 407.766.9237, hkrumrie@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: By Appointment

LAIICDD NEWS BY M a r y B o s m a n , L A I I C D D C o mm u n i t y D i r e c t o r The temperatures outside recently are sizzling, but there’s plenty of cool activities available inside at the Health and Fitness Center (HFC). Walking inside in the Community Center is a great option as are the various indoor gaming opportunities. Corn hole sets, billiards, our new pool/golf game, ping pong, basketball, racquetball, and our multiple Wii games are awaiting your use in the comfort of air conditioning. The indoor swimming pool will also keep off the damaging rays of sun, so you can swim for longer periods of time without your skin burning or becoming leathery and wrinkled. For those of you who visit our Fitness Center, check out the new recumbent bike. New massage room conveniences have been added as well. COVID updates…you’ll see our Wearing is Caring posters around the HFC and staff will always have a mask with them, so ask them to put one on while you interact if you wish…they will likely ask if you want them to put it on first though! Daily information comes into my office from the CDC and other medical resources, and our Chairman of the Board keeps very well informed as one of the Public Safety resources, so know that your safety will always be foremost in our priorities. You will always be kept abreast on best practices. Please see page 16 for more information on how we are working to keep Lake Ashton residents safe. LA II CDD B O ARD O F SU P ERVISORS CONTA CT INF O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Duff Hill, Assistant Secretary - Public Works & Budget, Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Mondays at 10:30 am to 11:30 pm, 863.875.4216, duffhill5429@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, and Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com 8 The HFC is home to a new recumbent bicycle in the Fitness Center. Stop in and try it out! We also have a cost free (to LA II CDD) vending machine in house again. It’s located in the hall outside the fitness room and it’s getting good usage there. It takes cash or cards. Our new landscaping teams are Fox Hollow (flower beds) and Prince and Sons (mowing, etc.) They are already making needed improvements for the HFC grounds and Ashton Boulevard. Supervisor McKie has worked many hours getting this transition in place seamlessly. The LA II Board will not be having a meeting in September, so their next meeting is October 15th at 9 AM in the Community Center. The final budget for FY 2022 will be voted on at that time. Our Board members have office hours weekly where you can meet one to one with them. Their dedication to serving the Lake Ashton Community is amazing. The next LA Connection will be off the press on September 22nd at the HFC.

Wildlife JOINT AMENITY FACI L ITIES POLICY HIGHLIGHT Corner by Barbara Ann Comer The Roseate Spoonbill is a really flashy bird that can be found at Lake Ashton most frequently in the summer after breeding birds have dispersed. These large pink wading birds are often mistakenly identified as flamingos. The only expected pink bird at Lake Ashton (and in most of Florida) is the Roseate Spoonbill. It can vary quite a bit in color from pale pink to hot pink! Unlike flamingos the color of the Spoonbill has nothing to do with diet and everything to do with age. Males and females are identical in plumage and females are just as bright as the males as they age. The Spoonbill is named for its bill with a flattened, spoon-shaped tip. They swing their bills from side to side in shallow water while feeding on small fish, crustaceans and insects. They fly with their legs and necks outstretched. Places to see them at Lake Ashton include any body of water, but they seem to especially favor the stream beyond the driving range near the beginning of the West Course. Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. This month outlines the policy regarding interacting with wildlife at Lake Ashton. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Contact Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com) with questions. WILD LIF E 1. When using the Amenity Facilities, including especially outdoor areas and spaces, please adhere to the following guidelines in regards to non-domesticated animals (“Wildlife”): 25 I. Wildlife encountered within the Amenity Facilities should never be approached. II. Never leave small children unattended. III. Never feed wild animals, or leave food/garbage unattended. IV . Wildlife are likely to be present in all natural waters or wetlands. Please take caution and be vigilant when close to such areas. 2. The Lake Ashton Community is a natural Wildlife habitat; therefore, exercise caution and vigilance at all times. 3. Please visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s website for more information regarding interaction with Wildlife common to Florida, found here: https://myfwc.com/ conservation/you-conserve/ wildlife/ RA B IES A LER T There have been four positive cases of rabies in the Polk County area reported this year so far. Please ensure your pets are currently vaccinated for rabies and report any suspicious acting animals you encounter to the Polk County Sheriff's Office Animal Control at 863-577-1762. 10 11

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE FOR WAHNETA ELEMENTARY By Carolyn Bishop To say the school was overwhelmed with Lake Ashton’s generosity would be an understatement. Each carload of supplies was met with huge smiles and looks of astonishment. The Lake Ashton contributions quickly filled up the stage area in the cafeteria. As the students arrived for the first day of school, they were given a backpack full of all the necessary supplies to help them have a successful year. Each teacher also received a $20 gift card to help with their classroom needs. If you have any free time and would like to volunteer at the school please contact them. The need is great for these students. Thank you again for the support, Carolyn Bishop, Lisa Fee & Lynn Lasseter Lake Ashton Community,, We are truly grateful for the generous contributions that have been made to support the students at Wahneta Elementary School. Due to the current situation with the pandemic the needs we are seeing have been extreme. The book bags, notebooks, binders, etc., were a pleasant surprise, The look on the students’ faces when they were presented with their school supplies was priceless. Thank you again for your support! Sincerely, Nildalis Caraballo, Principal Wahneta Elementary well as the elevation. Training in Florida is 150-160 ft above sea level while some climbs on tour will reach elevations of 7-8,000 feet. Less oxygen in each breath makes the climbs more difficult. SPOTLIGHT: LAKE ASHTON CYCL I STS GO TOURING Two Lake Ashton bicycle riders will leave on cycling tours during the month of September. Calvin Eakins (above left) will be touring the state of Texas on a two-week, 850-mile adventure, while Bob LeMaster (above right) will be taking a 3,000+ mile adventure from San Diego, CA to St Augustine, FL. Average mileage on both trips will be approximately 70 miles per day. Both riders are preparing for this high daily mileage by logging between 50 and 70 miles five to six days a week. Calvin has been riding for ten years and brings a lot of experience to their efforts. According to Bob, Calvin knows all of the local roads and popular routes which has been a tremendous help. Bob is relatively new to cycling, having started riding when he moved to Lake Ashton two years ago. Calvin and Bob met when their paths crossed while cycling one morning and have been riding together since that chance encounter. One of the biggest challenges encountered during training this time of year is the heat. They start at 6 am most mornings so they can be finished before the temperature and humidity become too much. A 70-mile ride takes roughly five hours and it is very hot at the finish even with an early start. Both tours will have days of high temperatures, so adapting to the heat is a training goal. They must train like an endurance athlete to stay hydrated and have enough energy to finish the rides. Another challenge to training for long tours is the lack of mountains or long hills in Central Florida, as 13 13 Bob’s trip is hosted by a tour company, TransAmerica Cycling, that provides Support and Gear (SAG) during the trip and has taken care of all of the planning and logistics. The tour route leaves California September 27 and passes through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and will end in Florida on November 12. Calvin’s tour is hosted by the Texas Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. It is called the “Determined Cycling Tour” and is a fundraiser to support K-12 Christian education. The tour starts September 12 at the southern tip of Texas in McAllen, passes through Corpus Christi, Houston, Austin, and finishes in Dallas September 24. You can follow the Determined Cycling Tour at texasadventist.org/determined/ for photos, videos, and interviews. Good luck to both of these determined Lake Ashton residents!

LA LOOKS LA ( LW) HOA CORNER By David Muller, VP Director Your Homeowners Association Board of Directors (BOD) continues to carry out the mandates of the CC&Rs the best it can with the help of the management company, Don Asher & Associates, Inc. The HOA manager has changed and Michellette Ramos will be the new HOA manager. Michellette visits several times a week, meeting with board directors, answering questions from residents, continuing property inspections for estoppels and violations. Michellette is an “arm” of the BOD, acting on behalf of the board’s wishes and not an independent lone authority. Her goal is to please the residents by following our rules to help the residents follow our governing documents. In September, Michellette will be concentrating on clean driveways for property violations. Please look at your property and ask yourself, “Would my property cut the mustard?” Don’t forget about the curbs. SUBMITTING ARC REQUESTS ( LAKE WALES RESIDENTS) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair All external changes you make to your home require an ARC request and approval prior to starting any project. Now, submitting an ARC request has never been easier. The form can be found under the Documents tab in the Architectural Information section on the new website, lakeashtonhoa.org. You can download and complete it by hand or on your computer. Email the completed form to admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. The form can also be found on the information wall in Clubhouse Ballroom. You can either drop the completed form in the HOA box or have it scanned at the Clubhouse Office prior to dropping it in the HOA box. The deadline for complete ARC request submissions is 5pm on Wednesday prior to the next ARC meeting. The ARC meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. You will be notified of the status of your request within a few days of the meeting. NEW APPROVED ROOFING SHINGLE (LAKE WALES) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair The GAF Timberline HDZ Shakewood asphalt roofing shingle has been added to the list of approved shingles. LIST OF APPROVED ROOFING SHINGLES: MANUFACTURE / TYPE / COLOR Atlas / ProLam / Desert Shake CertainTeed / Landmark Classic / Resawn Shake GAF / Timberline HDZ / Shakewood Owens Corning / Duration / Desert Tan Owens Corning / Oakridge / Desert Tan 14 15

SAFETY CLEANING PROCEDURES Residents should feel safe while enjoying the amenities at Lake Ashton. The following procedures are currently in place and will be continued on an on-going basis. All floors are cleaned with a sanitizing cleaning agent daily. High touch surfaces including but not limited to light switches, door handles, and countertops are sanitized at least once daily. All tables/chairs/countertops in amenity rooms are sanitized at least once daily by staff and residents are encouraged to do the same after each use. Sanitizing cleaner is available in all amenity rooms for resident use. If you have any questions regarding the cleaning procedures at the HFC or the Clubhouse please contact LAIICDD Community Director Mary Bosman at mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com or LACDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ALERT By Fay Wood, NW Chief Courtesy of Law Enforcement Scammers will call an Amazon, Apple, or other major name customer and tell them that there is a problem with their account, such as a suspicious purchase, lost package or unfulfilled order, according to the Federal Trade Commission. These customers could be told that their account has been breached. The scammer will then instruct the victim to press 1, or any other number, to speak wi th customer support. Other things they might say is to call another number, or ask you to provide them with your personal information. Law Officials advise not to do anything. Hang up. Do not visit a web address either that the caller might give you. Report these types of scams to the Federal Trade Commission to report fraud! 16

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT - RESCHEDULED! National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our Lake Ashton neighborhood a safer, caring place in which to live. The previously scheduled National Night Out was postponed due to inclement weathered rescheduled for October 13. A golf cart parade/caravan will start at the HFC at 6:30 pm, travel through the community, and end at the Clubhouse. All Lake Ashton residents are asked to keep their outside lights on to signify commitment to a crime-free environment! Help make this National Night Out a special one, and hopefully everyone in this great community will participate. See you there!                                             10 18

MOVIES SEPTEMBER 1 - 2 AMERICAN TRAITOR: THE TRIAL OF AXIS SALLY 2021 | R | 1h 48min Violence and depiction of sexual assault. Radio broadcaster and Nazi propagandist Axis Sally -- aka sultry-voiced American Mildred Gillars -- entertains U.S. troops stationed in Europe during World War II, while also demoralizing them. But after the war, Gillars ends up on trial for treason. SEPTEMBER 7 — 9 WORTH 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 58min Following the horrific 9/11 attacks, Congress appoints attorney and renowned mediator Kenneth Feinberg (Michael Keaton) to lead the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. Assigned with allocating financial resources to the victims of the tragedy, Feinberg and his firm's head of operations, Camille Biros (Amy Ryan), face the impossible task of determining the worth of a life to help the families who suffered incalculable losses. When Feinberg locks horns with Charles Wolf (Stanley Tucci), a community organizer mourning the death of his wife, his initial cynicism turns to compassion as he begins to learn the true human costs of the tragedy. MOVIE TIMES: 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 SEPTEMBER 14 - 16 IN THE HEIGHTS 2021 | PG-13 | 2h 23min Adapted from the Lin-Manuel Miranda Broadway hit, this musical drama centers on New York City bodega owner Usnavi, a Dominican immigrant longing to retire to his homeland. But when he inherits the money to relocate, he's reluctant to sever his new bonds. SEPTEMBER 21 - 23 BARB & STAR GO TO VISTA DEL MAR 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 46min Some strong language, drug use, sexual content. Best friends Barb and Star (Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumulo) are eager to experience life outside their Midwestern town, so they jump at the opportunity for a Florida vacation. But before long, the two find themselves embroiled in far more adventure than they bargained for. SEPTEMBER 28 - 30 NO 7 PM MOVIE SEPTEMBER 29 DREAMLAND 2020 | R | 1h 41min Some violence, sexuality, nudity, language. With America in the midst of the Great Depression, Eugene Evans dreams of escaping his small Texas town when he discovers a wounded, fugitive bank robber Allison Wells (Margot Robbie) hiding closer than he could ever imagine. Torn between claiming the bounty for her capture and his growing attraction to the seductive criminal, nothing is as it seems, and Eugene must make a decision that will forever affect the lives of everyone he's ever loved. 20 20 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CLOSED CAPTIONED) & 3 PM (PLEASE NOTE NEW SHOWTIMES) SEPTEMBER 24 THE SWIMMER SEPTEMBER 3 9 TO 5 1980 | PG | 1h 50min Three women (Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton) fed up with their "sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot" of a boss entertain fantasies about revenge. But fantasy turns into reality when they think they've inadvertently poisoned Mr. Hart's coffee and try to cover their tracks. SEPTEMBER 10 7 DAYS IN SEPTEMBER 2004 | NR | 1h 34min Composed of material from 27 filmmakers -- ranging from professional directors and cinematographers to amateurs on the street -- this documentary examines the immediate impact of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York City. This powerful footage documents the atmosphere surrounding the city in the hours and days after the attacks, including the rescue workers scrambling to save lives and the average citizens struggling to make sense of the day's horrific events. SEPTEMBER 17 KEY LARGO 1948 | NR | 1h 41min As a destructive hurricane wreaks havoc outside, Army veteran Frank McCloud (Humphrey Bogart), warwidow Nora Temple (Lauren Bacall) and her invalid father-in-law face a worse storm inside the Temples' tumbledown Florida hotel in Key Largo. Frank merely stopped by to pay his respects to Nora, only to find the hotel commandeered by exiled gangster Johnny Rocco (Edward G. Robinson). Will the warweary Frank step up to fight again 21 1968 | NR | 1h 34min Burt Lancaster stars as the titular backstroker in this adaptation of John Cheever's short story about one man's attempt to find meaning in his life. Ned Merrill (Lancaster) wakes up in a haze, confronted (and confounded) by the sterility of his wealthy suburban Connecticut existence. So, he decides to "swim" back to his house via every neighbor's pool along the route. Along the way, memories are evoked, and the "American Dream" is indicted. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION OPEN Now If you would like to be listed here, contact valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. 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EVENTS JEWISH HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES By David Harrison The Lake Ashton community is invited to attend the Jewish High Holiday Services. Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New year) will be September 6 at 7 pm in the HFC Community Center. Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) will be September 15 at 7 pm in the HFC Community Center. Yizkor (Memorial Service) will be September 16 at 2 pm in the HFC Community Center. All residents are encouraged to attend and find out why the New Year is celebrated in September. For more info, contact David Harrison at 863-326-6418. PATRIOT DAY OBSERVANCE By Jim Mecsics LAVA will be holding a small observance on September 11 at the Veterans Memorial. It will consist of a bugler and portions of the honor guard who will perform “Taps” at 8:46 am, 9:03 am — when the planes hit the Twin Towers, 9:47 am — when the plane hit the Pentagon, and 10:03 am, when the plane crashed in Pennsylvania. All residents are invited to attend. HFC HAPPY HOUR KARAOKE Come down to the HFC September 17 for an Upbeat Happy Hour Karaoke from 3 to 6 pm. For this event, disc jockey Wayne will be providing the music for you to sing and dance along to. This event will also be a BYOB and snacks event, so don’t miss out on the fun with your friends and neighbors. Stop by the HFC to reserve your table or pay admissions at the door the night of the event. SEPTEMBER’S EVENTS Join Us For Our Cooking Class September 14th Weekly Entertainment Includes: September 1st - Karaoke September 5th September 12th - Carlos and Company - Carlos and Company September 15th September 19th September 26th - Karaoke - Rick Arnold - Randy Sullins Join us Every Sunday for Brunch from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DAILY DELIVERY SERVICES FROM 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. DELIVERY SPONSORED IN PART BY ART’S GOLF CARS www.ashtontapandgrill.com LABOR DAY MENU $10.00 ITEMS Spicy Lemon Shrimp Skewer Prime Rib Sliders (2) Lobster Roll Crab Cakes (2) $5.00 ITEMS Corn Salsa Ranch Chicken Sandwich Burger Individual Cheese Pizza Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake Pretzel & Beer Cheese $2.99 SIDES Slaw Potato Salad Fried Pickles Fries Macaroni Salad FEATURING LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Carlos & Company Sunday, September 5th from 3 - 6 p.m. 22 SEP TEMBER 10 CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM GET Y OUR FREE T I C K E T S AT T H E C L U B H O U S E ACT I V I T I E S D E S K ! BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS! GROOVE TO A LIVE DJ! Enjoy a concession stand and cash bar from Ashton Tap & Grill featuring sausage and peppers, meatball subs, grilled veggie kebabs, street corn, strawberry shortcake, and fruit cups. SPONSORED BY UNITED REFRIGERATION 5 PM YO U ’ R E I N V I T E D

RUSTY TRUMPET CONCERT AT THE HFC Rusty Trumpet will be at the HFC September 24 from 7 to 10 pm. This 5-piece band will play a variety of different music to get you into the groove. BYOB and snacks. Don’t forget to stop by the HFC to reserve your table beforehand, or just stop by on the night of the event to purchase your admission. Enjoy some fall and Halloween fun at the annual Fall Festival October 30 from 4 to 6 pm. Play great games like Pumpkin Bowling, Spider Corn hole, Pumpkin Bocce, and more, and enjoy fall-themed treats. There will also be other great Fall Festival activities to enjoy, along with the pie-eating and costume contests. There will be a pumpkin patch and residents can pick a pumpkin, free of charge (one per household, while supplies last). This event will be free for all residents and guests to attend thanks to sponsor Lake Howard Heights. If you would like to be a contestant in the Pie Eating Contest, please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk by 5 pm on October 22. 24 Ridge Mall will be here offering a beauty bar and bra fittings. We will also be collecting new scarves and head-coverings to donate to women who are fighting to beat cancer. This all takes place on October 1 at 7 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets go on sale for $10 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk on September 6 after Monday Coffee. NIGHTMARE ON THE LAKE HAUNTED HOUSE By Cheryl Winchester The Clubhouse will be kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Girls Night In October 1, a night of awareness, pampering, and fun. Don’t forget to wear your pajamas! Play classic girl's night games while great women empowerment music is played. Of course, there will be snacks too! Get ready to indulge in a popcorn bar, an ice cream bar, and other snacks. Dillard’s at Eagle WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. Ted and Louise Price Residents of Lake Aston OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 OFFICE: (863)676-6507 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. Another reminder to mark your calendars for October 29 and 30. LAPAC is very excited about the “Nightmare on the Lake” fundraiser, the biggest and best haunted house inside of the Lake Ashton Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets will go on sale the first week of October. Plan on a little fear, lots of tricks, and plenty of treats. If you are interested in being a part of this great event please call Cheryl Winchester at 305-725-4946. SPECIAL NEW PATIENT For Patients Without Insurance $ ” 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. Patients with Dental Insurance: Our office will file services to your primary insurance provider and will accept the insurance payment only. You will not be billed for the difference for the services mentioned above, for this special promotion only. Dental Insurance accepted: Our office accepts and works with most major dental insurance companies. We will file your primary insurance claim, and answer any questions you have about your plan. We offer Implant consultatons at no charge. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 25 GIRLS NIGHT IN OCTOBER 1

Lake Ashton’s 2021 Home Improvement Expo It's that time again! The Home Improvement Expo returns November 9 from 10 am to 1 pm. Need help with a home project? Come down to the Clubhouse Ballroom where a wide variety of vendors will be showcasing their products and services. Vendors and expertise will include solar paneling, windows, air conditioning, house cleaning, electrical and so much more. This event is completely free! 6’s Trivia Winners July 27, 2021 The Hallucinogenics, pictured left, won first place. Pictured L to R: Joe & Margot Volpe, Debbie and Vaughn Platt, Dana & Karen Ferrande The Yippie Hippies, pictured right, won Best Dressed Team. Pictured L to R: Kay Weaver, Jim Weaver, Tammy Shields, Robbie Shields, Janet Kay, Howard Kay UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE: NOVEMBER 20: LA CRUISE-IN DECEMBER 31: NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY 26 UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE HFC: OCTOBER 1ST - CORNHOLE TOURNEY OCTOBER 22ND - HALLOWEEN HORROR 1 IN 3 HOMES HAVE DAMAGED DUCTS, WASTING A/C IN THE ATTIC ELIMINATE GARAGE DOOR HEAT! WE LOWER AND REPAIR DUCTS AND BURY THEM IN INSULATION $690 INSULATE GARAGE DOOR AS LOW AS $195 FIX GARAGE, INSULATE GARAGE ATTIC + GARAGE DOOR $685 23 OUR SERVICE PAYS FOR ITSELF! A/C RUNS 2-4 HOURS LESS! WE HAVE OVER 100 HAPPY LAKE ASTON CUSTOMERS. WE KNOW THESE HOMES. LOCAL FAMILY, LICENSED & INSURED Curabitur blandit tempus porttitor. Nulla vitae elit libero, a pharetra augue. Morbi leo risus, porta ac consectetur ac, vestibulum at eros.

GOLF UPD A TES FROM THE PRO SHOP By Ron LaVoie, General Manager SUMMER HOURS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 Golf Pro Shop: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Driving Range: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (Select Thursdays range will be closed until 8 a.m. for maintenance) still playing the first four holes of the East. Last year those holes were closed starting August 10th and did not reopen until November 1, so let’s hope we can get through September and October with all 36 holes. Golf course maintenance is doing a good job with both courses as we try to control weeds and keep up with mowing while being down three people. The order of importance for maintenance is greens, fairways, tees, roughs and bunkers. We are currently putting together a five-year capital improvement program for the golf courses to include moving irrigation boxes, moving the main line out of the water on 3 East, replenishing bunkers, refurbishing rest rooms, new mowers, new irrigation heads in wet areas, drainage of wet areas, rebuilding and leveling tees. Of course, all of this must fit within the budgets so planning will be key to success. Membership sales are underway, and people are signing up at a faster rate then the previous nonCovid year fiscal year. The club is $144,374 ahead of 2019 – 2020! With all the new home sales it is going to be a very busy season this Fall and Winter. This past year the club sold 390 memberships which translated into 609 members. It is possible this number could rise to 650 once the build out is complete by late spring or early summer. So far, the rainy season has been good to us because we are Vickie and her people are making a great effort trying to service the food and beverage needs of the community while only having a staff of four people. Eagle’s Nest appreciates the patience everyone has shown as some days there is only one person available, and on shotgun days there are only two. This pandemic is far from over, but hopefully we will have more applicants after September 1st. The Golf Committee members are Rolly Geyer, Mary Lopez, Vickie Andrew, and Bill Bothwell. If you would like anything discussed at one of the meetings, please reach out to one of them, or let Matt or myself know what your concerns might be. Those non-golfers who would like to receive notifications on course conditions and closures should add your name to the email list by contacting the Pro Shop at 863-326-1032. 28

LAMGA By Paul Fichtman August featured the Beat the Board event on August 11 and the two-day Ringer Tournament August 25 and 26, which included breakfast on Day 1 and lunch on Day 2. The featured two-day event in September is the very popular LAMGA Ryder Cup on September 29 and 30. On Day 1 the first 9 holes will be a best ball match (two players from the Blue Team against two from the Red Team) while the second 9 holes will be a modified alternate shot match. On Day 2 there will be two match play events. After completing the first 9 holes, you and your partner will switch opponents and play the second 9 hole event. Breakfast on Day 1 and Lunch on Day 2 is included. The Breakfast menu is eggs, bacon and sausage, potatoes, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, orange juice, and coffee. Lunch on Day 2 will be brats (sweet, mild & hot), macaroni and cheese, baked beans, and ice cream. This month the following generous sponsors who support the annual Member-Guest tournament are recognized. A big thank you goes out to Insurance & Financial Services and Real Estate Company sponsors including: Amerity Financial (Burris Warner), Barfield Insurance and Financial Services, Christine Graves, Zinsmeister Insurance, Brad Kirwan – Realty One Group Sunshine, Mike Krigelski – A+ Realty, Realty Inspection Solutions, and Terri Mattocks – Lake Ashton Resales. When you are in need of any service or product, you can find a list of all sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, lakeashtonliving.com, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Top Ten Leader Board through the end of July includes Donn Yasz - $129.10; Mike Krigelski - $129.08; Tom Murphy - $126.85; Les Jacobsen - $120.10; Jim Ford - $116.75; Denis Mulhearn - $114.58; Duff Hill - $113.60; Pat O’Neil - $108.25; Jack Farmer - $105.47 and; Rolly Geyer - $102.50. Thanks again to Red Hoagland Hyundai for sponsoring this very popular year-long contest. The September schedule includes: September 1: Six, Six & Six (of the 4 man team you will switch partners every 6 holes; September 8: Beat the Indigo Pros (Pick Your Foursome); September 15: Pick Your 10 Holes That Will Count; September 22: Individual Quota Points (Flighted Field), and September 29-30: The aforementioned LAMGA Ryder Cup. LA NINERS By Diane Struble The Niners are gearing up for their Opening Day celebration taking place on October 5. This is always a fun-filled day with this year being no exception! From meeting in the parking lot for pregolf announcements then playing 9 holes of golf to a delicious lunch planned by Vicki and the Eagle's Nest crew, all Niners should be sure to save that date! Get caught up on everyone's summer adventures and have a program consisting of gifts, games, and lots of laughter! For information on joining the Niners, call Mary Lopez at 615-796-3184, Karen Ferrande at 207-451-0143, Mary Lou Jameson at 407-415-5352, or Diane Struble at 616-325-0704. The 2021-2022 season promises to be filled with plenty of fun and fellowship, and golf of course! Come join the Niners! 30 LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The fall calendar is out and opening day is set for Tuesday, November 16! Mark your calendars! But if you are a snowbird, you don’t want to miss out on the first tournament of the season. Come back early and participate in The Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Golf Tournament set for November 9 at 9 am. Once again, both courses will be in play and again, a Hole-in-One could win you a brand new car! Also, a pre-tournament cocktail party is planned for Saturday evening, November 6 at the Eagle’s Nest from 4 to 6 pm, with music, hors d’oeuvres and of course, adult beverages. The committee is looking for sponsors and donors. Please contact Kim Kutsch at jkkutsch@gmail.com or Lydia Fichtman at Lydia.fichtman@gmail.com if you would like to be a sponsor or have anything you would like to donate as a raffle or silent auction item. Last year, the tournament donated over $25,000 to the Watson Clinic Foundation and is hoping to match that this year. But it can’t be done alone — your help is needed! Please consider sponsoring the event in some way to help eradicate this disease. Meet Dawn Neigh Dawn moved to Lake Ashton five years ago. Or iginal ly f rom Michigan, Dawn is a retired 3rd grade teacher. She met her husband of 46 years, Ken, at a movie theater. They hit it off and were married. They have two daughters. Dawn loves riding motorcycles and rode a Honda 1300 wearing leather pants, a helmet, etc. She and Ken have ridden from Michigan to Mt. Rushmore and Michigan to Nova Scotia. She absolutely loves riding but sold her motorcycle when she moved to Florida — too afraid of the way the Floridians drove on the roads! Dawn was totally done with snow and upon moving to Florida she and Ken first rented for a year in Cypress Woods. They then drove in to Lake Ashton and in 2015 moved to Hogan Lane. They fell in love with the community. Dawn has been playing golf “forever” and first joined the golf association during the summer session to see if she liked it. She then joined the Niners and then recently the LALGA. She finds the ladies of the LALGA “fantastic!” You may hear Dawn up on the tee box. She likes to say out loud “Swing through, drive.” This reminds her to follow through with her drive. Welcome Dawn! The LALGA is delighted you decided to join.

CLUBS LA BELLES By Johanna Frank The September LA Belles luncheon will be on September 29 at 1 pm at Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant, 3700 Lakeside Village Blvd, located off of the Polk Parkway Harden exit. Orders will be made off the menu and everyone will pay individually. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Please call Johanna at 863-318-8974 or Kay at 214-449-3321 if there are any questions. BOCCE BALL ASSOCIATION By Vicki Creek Bocce Ball Community Play is every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Would you like to learn how to play bocce ball? If so, please contact Carl and/or Linda Boast at 540-297-7336 by phone or text message to set up a mutually convenient time to meet at the courts by the Clubhouse for your introductory session. “Many friendships have been made on the bocce ball courts” LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club will meet September 2 via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Social time with snacks will be 4 to 4:30 pm. Please bring your own beverage. The General meeting and Zoom will start at 4:30. The September speaker is Lake Ashton resident Tuhfeh Habash, who will be speaking on the state of the Palestinians. For more information, please e-mail lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet at the Clubhouse September 22. Social time will start at 3:30 pm and the meeting will begin at 4. This month’s speaker is Domine Clemons from the Florida Citizens Alliance. All club members and Lake Ashton residents are invited to attend. For more information, contact Ms. Brenda Bush-Sayre, 813-313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. LAKE ASHTON TRAVELERS By Maureen Sim Although still in the recovery stages of Covid, this is an adventurous and durable group. Some members won’t be back until late October! Travelers are fanned out to California, Maine, Minnesota, Wyoming, and even Canada. More than 1,200 coaches attended the National FMCA meeting in Gillette,WY — including some members. There is a rally scheduled for October that is fully booked; contact the Longworth’s to be put on the waiting list. Please join the Social in the Clubhouse Ballroom Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 pm for networking, socializing and talesharing. Since starting in 2003, the LA Travelers & RV Socials have met weekly except for five Tuesdays — three due to hurricanes. Questions about the Lake Ashton Travelers or RVers groups, contact Maureen Sim at 863-604-0309 or rsimcpa@verizon.net. 32 (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 33 parts labor Warranty on new units

LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White DO YOU KNOW... - USA Olympic swimmers brought home 30 medals from Tokyo: 11 Gold, 10 Silver, and 9 Bronze medals. Congratulations to all for an amazing performance! - Swimming is an excellent way to stay in shape physically and mentally. - Senior swimming competitions are divided into 5year age-groups from 50 to 100+. - Senior swimming competitions are held all around the US, including local, state, & national games. There are over 19 senior competitive opportunities in Florida. - LA Swimmers have medaled in the state games and a couple have qualified to compete in the national games. - LA Swim Club welcomes new members and will help anyone improve his/her strokes and conditioning. Meet at the HFC indoor pool on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Check the HFC calendar for details. - The Paralympics has started. It is an international multi-sport event for those with physical disabilities and is held in the same facilities as the Olympics in Tokyo through Sept. 5. NBC will provide a lot of coverage — see nbcolympics.com/schedule. (Note: The Paralympic Games are organized in parallel with the Olympic Games. (Note: The Paralympic Games are organized in parallel with the Olympic Games. The IOC recognizes but does not organize the Special Olympics World Games, which include athletes with intellectual disabilities, and the Deaflympics, which include deaf athletes.) LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg Despite so many LA Rockers being away for the summer, members still in LA are busy creating and hiding kindness rocks to brighten our neighbors’ days and welcome rocks to greet new arrivals. In addition, they are meeting at the HFC and sharing different painting techniques. On July 14 Jane Taylor taught the group to use Mod Podge to paste decorations onto rocks and on July 28 Ann Lutz showed everyone how to paint beautiful beach and 34 palm tree scenes. On August 11 MJ Richards taught using watercolor pencils and on August 25 Connie Strassberg taught dotting. Next meetings are in the HFC from 2 to 4 pm on Wednesdays September 8 and September 22. Newcomers are always welcome to join the fun, and it’s free! To do so, join the group LA Rockers on Facebook or contact MJ Richards or Alice Mayer and let them know you are coming. LAVA AUXI L IARY By Chris Graves Next meeting: September 15 at 6:30 pm Welcome to members, and for those of you who are not yet a member, come see what the group is about: supporting veterans and having fun along the way. Meet at the Clubhouse near the stage. This month, plans for the Craft Fair on October 23 will be finalized and the upcoming calendar of events will be reviewed. Bakers are needed to make homemade goodies for the Craft Fair. Please call Committee Chairperson Carol Fitch at 863-845-7028 if you can help — it is much appreciated. More detail will follow in October’s LA Times. The Craft Fair is a fundraiser benefitting veterans with the proceeds earmarked for Habitat for Humanity’s “Tiny Homes for Veterans Project”. More than 40 vendors have already signed up and there will be “LOTS OF LOTTO MONEY!” There will be one raffle tree with three chances to win! Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Each winner will win $100 worth of scratch off lottery tickets! Please come support the Veterans and take the opportunity to purchase unique, hand-crafted items including metal art work, crocheted items, not to mention you could be one of the lucky winners of a raffle or door prize! Save the date for the USO Dance November 5 — more information to follow. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler The LA Singles group plans activities for Lake Ashton residents who are single. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Cinema. In August, the singles discussed several outings and opportunities for social activities. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on September 5. 35

MIND&BODY LA DANCE CLASSES Instructor: Connie Wilkinson, certified DVIDA Instructor (863.875.6728) Learn the East Coast Swing Mondays, September 6, 20, 27 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm in the HFC Community Center. FREE! No partner needed. For your safety wear sturdy shoes- no flip flops please! CHERYL WINCHESTER’S DANCE CLASS AMATEUR RADIO EXAMS Following two successful amateur radio test sessions on site this year, the Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association is trying to assess resident interest in earning an entry level Technician license by taking an exam preparation class given here at Lake Ashton. Upon successful completion of the written multiple choice test (35 questions) students will receive a 10-year renewable license and will be authorized transmission privileges on specific amateur radio bands. Students will also be able to participate in disaster communications and other radio activities if desired. The two-hour class will be given once a week for six weeks, starting in mid-September and after completion of the class the local ARRL Volunteer Examiners would set up a test session to allow the participants and any others interested to take exams for all classes of Amateur Radio Licenses (Technician Class, General Class and Amateur Extra ). If you are interested in taking this class, please contact David Bishop N1FCW at DBishop1867@gmail.com. Give your name and email address if you are interested, and indicate what days and times you would prefer. You will be advised if there is sufficient interest to hold a class and if so, when and where the classes will be. TRIVIA ANSWER The first Entertainment Series at Lake Ashton took place in 2004. 36 Mondays from 9 to 10 am HFC Basketball Court Promises to be filled with fun, no previous experience needed! Come when you can, relax and exercise while having fun! Hope you see you there! WOMEN’ S BIBLE STUDY The Lake Ashton Women’s Bible Study will begin Fall Sessions at 10 am on Wednesday, October 13, at the HFC. This year’s study will be the book of Exodus. Come join this group of women for a wonderful experience of Christian fellowship and Bible Study. CREATE A CARD - NEW CLASS TIMES! Please join the class September 21 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Subsequent classes will be on the third Tuesday each month. The cost of each class is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join for creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with questions. YOGA SHARE Participate in yoga to DVDs on Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom, Please sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815.

GROWING & COOKING COMMON HERBS Join UF/IFAS Extension Gardening and Nutrition experts to learn to grow some common herbs and spices that do well in central Florida and get inspiration on how to use them in delicious, healthy meals! The class is September 7 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING Instructor: Kay Lenherr September 11 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Surf’s Up Cost $35 — payable at class CANVAS PAINTING Create your own fall canvas painting September 21 at 3 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. For $35, each CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE Tuesdays from 3 to 5 pm and Thursdays ,10 am to noon. If interested, contact Liz Leigh (813.288.0809, leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com). attendee will receive step-by-step instructions and supplies necessary to create this fall-themed painting. Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to WNC of Tampa to reserve your spot. FIRE & FALL PREVENTION Adults 65 and older are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fires or falls compared to the rest of the population. Polk Fire Rescue is offering a class on September 24 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom centered around 16 key safety messages developed by experts from local and national safety organizations. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. CHEF’SSpecial October 6 at 5 pm Learn how to make apricot pork medallion with fresh cranberry sauce over mashed potatoes, and eat it too, all for $15! The class is reserved for the first 20 residents to sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk 38 COOKING CLASS

Lake Ashton Community Newsletter August 2021 TIMES L.A. Simply the Best! Paradise is waiting for you! see pgs. 23-24 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 and Older Deed Restricted Community Cheeseburgers in Paradise August 13 at the Clubhouse Aloha Paradise Party August 27 at the HFC 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

We Handle ALL of your Real Estate Needs: Buying, Selling, & Rentals MAKE NO MISTAKE, WE ARE THE BEST AT WHAT WE DO! • Lake Ashton Realty was involved in over 60 home closings in 2020, representing 66% of all closings. • Our next closest competitor was involved in 21 home closings – we tripled our closest competitor in transactions! • For ONLY 3% listing commission and 3% selling commission, work with the EXCLUSIVE on-site professionally staffed office to serve your needs 7 days a week. • The team is lead by Terri Mattocks, Broker, one of the initial residents who has called Lake Ashton home for over 18 years. Back Row (L to R): Sarah Lord, Anita Piasecki, Cindy Thornton Front Row: Lori Raath, Terri Mattocks NEWSLETTER STAFF AUGUST 2021 Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.6032 SUBMISSION GUIDELINES September Issue Deadline: August 16 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Annie Toth, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

NEWS HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or other times by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm 7 days a week THE FOLLOWING CLERIC AL SER VICES ARE AVA I L A B L E AT T H E CLUBHOUSE AND HFC OFFICES DURING BUSINESS HOURS • Local or toll free fax: $1 first page and $0.25 each additional page • Long distance fax: $2 first page and $0.25 each additional page AUGUST’S EVENTS MENDOCINO WINE COMPANY WINE DINNER - AUGUST 4TH Join us for a Cooking Class on August 10th Weekly Entertainment Includes: August 1st - TwoSmooth August 8th August 11th August 15th August 22nd August 29th - Carlos and Company - Karaoke - Randy Sullins - Mickenzie - Rick Arnold Join us Every Sunday for Brunch from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DAILY DELIVERY SERVICES FROM 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. DELIVERY SPONSORED IN PART BY ART’S GOLF CARS www.ashtontapandgrill.com 4 • Receiving fax: $0.25 per page • Black and white copies on white paper: $0.05 per side (8.5x11) • Black and white copies on colored paper: $0.10 per side (8.5x11) • Color copies: $0.25 per side (8.5x11, white paper) COMM U N I TY S E RV I C E PROJEC TS AT MONDAY CO F F E E Bite Me Monday is the monthly collection of donations such as old towels, toys, pet food and supplies for the Polk County Humane Society. It is held the second Monday of the month. Peanut Butter Monday is the monthly collection of nonperishable items for the Lake Wales Care Center and is held the third Monday of each month. Please drop all items off by noon for these collections. MONDAY COFFEE - 9 AM Bring $2 — coffee and donuts are back! ASHTON TAP AND GRILL IS DOING A PANCAKE BREAKFAST AUGUST 23 FREE OF CHARGE FOR THE FIRST 40 PEOPLE TO SIGN UP TO KICKOFF THE 2ND ANNUAL CAMP LAKE ASHTON. MENU: 2 PANCAKES, SCRAMBLED EGGS, SAUSAGE OR BACON, & COFFEE AUGUST 2 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: City of Winter Haven Updates Featured Vendors - Christine Graves Insurance & SERVPRO AUGUST 9 Bite Me Monday Featured Speaker: Visit Central Florida presents Polk County Trivia with Giveaways Featured Vendors - Denise Tessier with Tessier Law Group & Matt Simpson with Edward Jones AUGUST 16 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday AUGUST 23 Blast from the Past with David Harrison Camp Lake Ashton Kickoff - FREE Pancake Breakfast and other fun and giveaways Lake Ashton Group Highlight - LABBA (Lake Ashton Bocce Ball Association) Featured Vendor - Oasis Spa AUGUST 30 Featured Speaker: Polk County Property Appraiser Marsha Faux Featured Vendor - Matthew Grubb with Morgan Stanley The Monthly Market will be on Thursday, August 19 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please note the location change due to weather. IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 14 SAFETY 16 MOVIES 20 EVENTS 22 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 37 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, August 16 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, August 20 at 9 am HFC CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd Street NW, Winter Haven NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL Sept. 15 - 2 pm - Clubhouse

LACDD NEWS BY CHRIS TINE WELLS, LA (LW) CDD COMM U N I TY D I R E C T O R The year is more than half over already, but there are many more fun things to come! Be sure to check out the Events section on page 22 to read more about upcoming neighborhood activities including a Rock the Block Neighborhood Party and a traditional Oktoberfest featuring authentic German food and music. The back cover this month features the 2nd Annual Camp Lake Ashton week-long event. All activities are once again FREE OF CHARGE for everyone that signs up due to our amazing sponsors. This is a great chance to enjoy time with friends and neighbors and who knows, you may learn something new by joining in on the fun. There is never a shortage of fun at Lake Ashton! In addition to activities at Lake Ashton, residents have the chance to explore parts of Florida by signing up for Small World Tours day trips. Residents will have the opportunity to travel to Seminole Hard Rock Casino in August and to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater for The Price is Right in October. Visit the Clubhouse Activities Desk for more information. Small World Tours will present trips for 2022 in October, so stay tuned for more information to come. Supervisors met on July 19 and a wrap up report was sent out via email blast on July 22. Residents who did not receive this report are encouraged to reach out to Christine Wells, LACDD Community Director, to receive a copy. The budget hearing is set for August 16 in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Lake Wales residents should have received a mailed notice to inform them of the proposed increase for Fiscal Year 2022 (September 30, 2021 - October 1, 2022). Please note the assessment amount is not final and will be voted on at the budget hearing. It will not surpass a total of $1969 for the year (an increase of $94). If you live in Lake Wales and did not receive this notice or have questions regarding the notice please contact Governmental Management Services at 407- 841-5524 and identify yourself as a Lake Ashton resident and they will be happy to assist. LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONTA C T INFO Staff at the Clubhouse and HFC work hard everyday to ensure residents live their best retirement life at Lake Ashton. If there is an activity or service that is not currently offered but necessary to accomplish this goal please let us know by completing the resident feedback form at either Activities Desk or contacting Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director or Mary Bosman, LAII (WH) CDD Community Director. We hope residents enjoy this edition of the LA Times and are pleased with the effort staff puts forth to ensure residents enjoy the best years of their life! LAKE ASHTON TRIVIA How many tons of rock were used in the recent landscape redesign project at the Clubhouse and Thompson Nursery Road entrance? See answer on p. 37 6 Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Harry Krumrie, Assistant Secretary Restaurant 407.766.9237, hkrumrie@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: By Appointment

LAIICDD NEWS BY MAR Y BOSMAN, LAIICDD COMMUNIT Y DIREC T OR The Board of Supervisors met on Friday, July 16th. A recap of this meeting was sent out via Constant Contact email on July 19th, but if anyone has any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask one of the LA II CDD Board members. They work very diligently to get you the answers you need. Their next meeting will be on Friday, August 20th at 9 AM in the HFC Community Center. photo: Dennis Krupinski August will be a busy month at the HFC with some very exciting events. Three seminars will be held. August 12th will be the “Hospice and Grief Support Seminar”. On August 19th, the “Physical Therapy Forum Seminar” will take place and on August 26th, “Choosing Your PCP (Personal Care Physician) Seminar” will be provided. These seminars are all free of charge to Lake Ashton residents. We end the month with a big Aloha Paradise Party on the 27th. This will be an evening to remember with Hawaiian food and beverages, décor, and music. August is one of our warmest months, so make sure to always stay hydrated. Beer and other alcoholic beverages contribute to dehydration, so water or other beverages with electrolytes are the healthier choices when outside or exerting yourself. Our September Lake Ashton Connection will be available at the HFC on Wednesday, August 25th. LAIICDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONTAC T INFO Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Duff Hill, Assistant Secretary - Public Works & Budget, Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Mondays at 10:30 am to 11:30 pm, 863.875.4216, duffhill5429@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, and Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com 8

Are you new to Lake Ashton Community, or unsure how to get involved with a group or activity? By taking part in your community, you can create a strong support group of those who share your common interests and values. Being an active member of your community is key to creating lasting bonds and friendships. If you’d like to get involved but aren’t quite sure where to start, here are some ideas: Enjoying Your Community 1. Read Up: Check the monthly LA Times newsletter, calendars, and email blasts. Extra copies of the newsletter and calendars are located at both Activities Desks and are also sent out via email blast. These are the easiest ways to see the available groups and activities that Lake Ashton has to offer. 2. Ask Around: Don’t be afraid to ask any residents you run into throughout the day about something you see they are involved in. You can also stop at either Activities Desk and staff will be happy to help you connect with group leaders or suggest a fun activity to try. 3. Attend Monday Coffee: Join staff and residents in the Clubhouse Ballroom every Monday (except holidays and CDD Meeting days) at 9 a.m. to discuss updates on activities, facility maintenance, and other community news. Enjoy coffee and refreshments for $2 with your neighbors. The fourth Monday also features a Pancake Breakfast from Ashton Tap & Grill. 4. Ease into It: Start small. You don’t have to bite off more than you can chew when it comes to community groups and activities. Create small goals that are attainable, such as finding one or two activities per month. 5. Do Your Part: Dedicate time towards volunteering and contributing to Lake Ashton groups and activities in addition to other community non-profit groups. Volunteer opportunities are often listed in the LA Times Monthly Newsletter and sent out in email blasts. This is a fantastic way to meet those in the area and give back. 6. Your Turn: If you don’t find something that you love, create your own group or activity! If you have the time, this is a great way to display your originality and creativity. The key is to find what you are passionate about and share it with others. The Clubhouse and HFC Activities Desks are more than willing to help! Clubhouse Activities Desk: 863.324.6032 HFC Activities Desk: 863.595.1562 Facilitator volunteer opportunities are available for the following groups: 1. Adopt-A-Road 2. Caregivers Support Group 3. Recycling Cans for Literacy 4. Widows and Widowers Connection These groups are no longer active due to needing a facilitator to coordinate meetings and activities. To get more information regarding these opportunities please reach out to LACDD Community Director Christine Wells at cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com. 10

JOINT AMENIT Y F A CILITIES POLIC Y HIGHLIGHT This month outlines the policy regarding use of the Lake Ashton Golf Course Tract, including the Pathways, Bridges, and Ponds that are located within its boundaries. As a shared amenity, all Lake Ashton residents share use of the land, Pathways, Bridges, and Ponds. Each CDD is responsible for the maintenance of these areas in their corresponding property boundaries. For example, LACDD is responsible for maintenance of the Pathways, Bridges, and Ponds located in the East Golf Course and LAIICDD is responsible for maintenance of the Pathways, Bridges, and Ponds located in the West Golf Course. The Golf Club is owned by LAIICDD. Operation of the Golf Club is run by Indigo Golf under the supervision of LAIICDD. The land that makes up the East Golf Course is owned by LACDD and leased back to the Golf Club. The land that makes up the West Golf Course is owned by LAIICDD. The full Joint Amenity Facilities Policy can be found online at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents". Contact Christine Wells (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com) with questions. X. GOLF COURSE 1. Cart Paths and Bridges i. All Pathways/Bridges within the Golf Course are shared equally between golfers, golf carts, pedestrians and bicyclists. Use of the Pathways/Bridges by Non-Golfers during hours when golf is being played creates potential safety hazards; therefore, all users of the Golf Course must exercise extreme caution when golf is being played. ii. To reduce danger and likelihood of being struck by a golf ball, Non-Golfers should walk or ride in the opposite direction of play (starting on Hole 18 and ending on Hole 1), pause as golfers (“Golfers”) are about to hit, and only continue once the Golfers have struck their balls. Golfers should wave Non-Golfers through if the approaching Non-Golfers are fast moving or can pass by quickly. iii. Non-Golfers must stay on the Pathways/Bridges or Pond banks. NonGolfers are encouraged to monitor the daily email circulated by Pro Shop staff members announcing course conditions, closures, and starting times for the groups on each course. In doing so, Non-Golfers can identify periods when no golfers are on the course. One course is normally closed on Monday and League play (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) does not start until 9:00 a.m.; however, Non-Golfers should check the conditions of each course before use. Additionally, it is generally safer to walk before 8:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m., when golfers are less likely to be present. iv. Pathways adjacent to Ponds and bridges can be dangerous. Golf Carts should operate at a safe speed and always use headlights after dusk. Extreme caution should be taken when traveling through standing water on Pathways. v. Pets are permitted to be walked and exercised on the Pathways/Bridges. At no time should they be in the fairways or within thirty feet of a green. Pets must be on leash or in a Golf Cart at all times. Pet owners are responsible to pick up after their pet. vi. Use Golf Course At Own Risk: All Individuals who enter the Golf Course and/or utilize Pathways/Bridges and/or Ponds, including as a NonGolfer pedestrian or within a Golf Cart, shall do so at his or her own risk as further provided in Section XII herein and assumes all risks associated with entering property used for playing golf, including but not limited to errant golf balls and golf clubs. 2. Ponds within the Golf Course i. The Districts encourage a “catch and release” policy for any fish caught in the Ponds because of the frequency with which the Golf Course is treated with herbicides and fertilizers which may produce run-off into the Ponds within the Golf Course. ii. Non-Golfers using the Ponds along the Golf Course must exercise extreme caution when Golfers are present and playing golf because of the risk of being hit by an errant golf ball or golf club. Non-Golfers using the Ponds should position themselves away from the flight of any Golfer’s shot and be aware of Golfers hitting. Golf Carts being used by Non-Golfers using the Ponds should be parked away from play and off the Pathways/Bridges. iii. See Section XI.xiii. for additional rules regarding Ponds. 12 3. Golf i. Golf may be played at the Golf Course for a fee. Any unauthorized individual found using the Golf Course facilities or playing the course will be asked to make restitution. If payment is not received, the individual will be removed and receive a warning. ii. Tee times are available upon request through the Pro Shop. Prior to play, Golfers must report to the Pro Shop. Golfers are asked to abide by local rules regarding dress, behavior, and play. Golfers should comply with announcements on course playing conditions. iii. Golfers are reminded that they share the Pathways/Bridges and Ponds with NonGolfers. Golfers do not have any higher priority for use than any Non-Golfer and need to be considerate in allowing use by all Lake Ashton Community members. BOOKMOBILE RETURNS! The Polk County Library Cooperative Bookmobile has returned and will be parked at the Clubhouse West Parking Lot on August 11 and 25 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15). New library membership is available to anyone owning a home or long-term renting in Lake Ashton, with photo ID and proof of address. Call 863.678.4004 for more information. PA R K I N S O N ’ S D I S E A S E FUNDRAISING SUPPOR T By Bob & Cecily Harmon As you know, the last Golf for the Cure for Parkinson Disease tournament here at Lake Ashton was in April 2020. While working on other Parkinson’s initiatives this year, a number of community members and sponsors have asked about a way to continue to support the fundraiser and the Michael J. Fox Foundation in the quest for a cure. If you would like to continue to join in on this journey, all you have to do is make a donation online at the Team Fox page or write a check payable to the Michael J. Fox Foundation and send to Bob Harmon, 4560 Back Nine Drive, Winter Haven, FL 33884.The link to the Team Fox page is: https://fundraise.michaeljfox.org/tf-2021/harmon Everyone is so grateful for your support. 13 SCHO O L SUP P LY DRIVE FOR WAHN ETA ELEMEN TARY The cupboards are bare, no supplies to be seen. Wahneta needs help before the students convene. 2020 is in the past but the effects of the pandemic are still being felt. This elementary school, which offers free breakfast and lunch to every student, can desperately use the community’s help. From now until August 10 (first day of school), school supplies will be collected in the Clubhouse Ballroom and the HFC. Below is a suggested list of supplies needed. Gift cards and monetary donations are welcome. Checks can be made out to Carolyn Bishop. If you would like to shop online and have your purchase shipped directly to the school the address is Wahneta Elementary, 205 4th St. East, Winter Haven FL 33880. A few helpful online sites are: bagsinbulk.com, staples.com and amazon.com. Any questions, contact Carolyn at 919-606-8844 or cbbishop61@gmail.com. SUPPLY LIST Backpacks Dry Erase Markers Pencils Large pink erasers Packs of fat crayons 24 pack of crayons Yellow highlighters Ziplock bags – any size Blunt scissors Pencil boxes White 1-inch 3-ring binder Folders with brads and pockets 12 count colored pencils Composition notebooks Wide Ruled notebook paper Plastic folders Boxes of tissues Hand sanitizer Disinfecting wipes Gift Cards

LA LO O K S LA (LW) HOA CORNER By Jesse Dann Don Asher & Associates is pleased to be the new HOA management company for Lake Ashton Homeowner’s Association Inc. Don Asher has been serving Central Florida since 1952. Your licensed community association manager (LCAM) is Jesse Dann. He is a Navy veteran and has over 35 years of management experience. Jesse can be reached by email at manager@lakeashtonhoa.org. Jordan Washington is the community’s administration professional. She can be reached by email at admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. They can also be reached by phone at 863-325-0065. Jesse will be doing CC&R inspections twice per month. Jesse and Jordan will be diligently working on a smooth transition. The board of directors has decided that this inspection will start by focusing on one specific area per month. This process will allow the community to collectively focus on one area until all can get used to regular inspections. SUBMITTING ARC REQUESTS (LAKE WA L E S R E S I D E N T S ) By Iris Realmuto, LW ARC Chair All external changes you make to your home require an ARC request and approval prior to starting any project. Now, submitting an ARC request has never been easier. The form can be found under the Documents tab in the Architectural Information section on the new website, lakeashtonhoa.org. You can download and complete by hand or on your computer. Email the completed form to admin@lakeashtonhoa.org. The form can also be found on the information wall in Clubhouse Ballroom. You can either drop the completed form in the HOA box or have it scanned at the Clubhouse Office prior to dropping it in the HOA box. The deadline for complete ARC request submissions is 5pm on Wednesday prior to the next ARC meeting. The ARC meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. You will be notified of the status of your request within a few days of the meeting. 14

SAFET Y NEIGHBORHOOD WAT CH 2021 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT By Fay Wood, NW Chief National Night Out is an annual communitybui lding campaign that promotes pol icecommunity partnerships and neighborhood cama r ader i e to make the Lake Ashton neighborhood a safer, more caring place to live. This year the Lake Ashton National Night Out will be held on August 3. A golf cart parade/caravan will take place at 7:30 pm starting at the HFC going throughout the community and ending at the Clubhouse. All Lake Ashton residents are asked to keep their outside lights on to signify their commitment to a crime-free environment! Help make this National Night Out a special one and hopefully all of the community will participate! SAFET Y IN THE SUMMER By Fay Wood, NW Chief Summer is here, but these tips are pertinent all year long. It’s never too early to start sprucing up crime prevention activities at home. Always better safe than sorry! • Trim trees and bushes around your home (windows and doors should be clear and visible from the street). Lock pet doors unless in use by your pet. • Consider purchasing a safe for cash and jewelry (only give location to trusted people) • Avoid home-improvement scams (door-to-door solicitors are not allowed and should never be let inside your home. Always ask for identification - check references before agreeing to repairs). • Don’t announce vacation plans on social media! Post pictures after you return. You never know who sees your announcements. • Let your NW Coordinator and/or Captain know you will be away so they can keep extra eyes and ears on your property. 16 LIGHTNING SAFET Y Lake Ashton has a lightning detection system to alert golfers to get off the course, and notify all residents to go indoors when the potential for a lightning strike is in the area. When the system senses a lightning danger, a high-pitched siren sounds and strobe lights turn on and stay on until the danger passes. These strobe lights are at various locations including on top of the Clubhouse, the backside of the HFC and the boat dock on Lake Ashton. A low-pitched horn will sound all clear and the strobe lights will turn off when lightning has passed. Be safe — lightning strikes may occur far away from a visible storm. Get out of pools, do not stand under trees, and get indoors when the siren sounds. Remember — golf carts are not safe from lightning. DRIVE SAFELY! Polk County Schools start back August 10. Please use caution when traveling CR 653 during school opening and closing times. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. 17

BE AWARE — BE PREPARED FOR SEVERE WEATHER Storm season runs until November 30. All residents spending the summer months in Florida should be prepared for severe weather. A helpful storm preparation resource can be found on the information wall in the Clubhouse Ballroom or online at lakeashtoncdd.com under "Additional District Documents”. COOK I NG S A F E TY By James Schuppe, LA CERT Kitchen/cooking fires are the number one cause of fires in the home. Being watchful and alert while cooking can prevent burns and fires from occurring or getting out of hand. Never leave your home while you are cooking especially when frying, boiling, or broiling food. Turn pot handles inward to prevent knocking pots off the stove causing burns or fire. Keep loose items away from burners including any loose clothing you might be wearing. And finally keep a lid close by in case a fire in your pot should occur. Cover the pot with the lid, smothering the fire. However, NEVER attempt to put the fire out yourself if it’s out of control. Get out of the house calmly first and then dial 911. 18

MOVIES AUGUST 3 - 5 BLUE MIRACLE 2021 | PG | 1h 36min To save their cash-strapped orphanage, a guardian (Dennis Quaid) and his kids partner with a washed-up boat captain for a chance to win a lucrative fishing competition. Based on a true story. AUGUST 10 - 12 THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD 2021 | R | 1h 40min Strong violence and language. Hannah (Angelina Jolie) is a smoke jumper reeling from the loss of three young lives she failed to save from a fire. When she comes across a bloodied and traumatized 12-year-old boy, they set out together to cross the miles of thick forest with two assassins in pursuit. Braving deadly lightning storms that threaten even Hannah's wellhoned survival skills, they are caught between two relentless killers hunting the boy from one direction, and a massive fiery blaze coming straight for them, quickly consuming everything in their path. AUGUST 17-19 HERE TODAY 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 57min Strong language and sexual references. Veteran comedy writer Charlie Burnz (Billy Crystal) forms an unlikely yet hilarious and touching friendship with New York singer Emma Payge (Tiffany Haddish), the unlikely recipient of a prize to have lunch with the comedy legend, despite not knowing who he is. Before long, each finds in the other a sort of soul mate, forging a deep bond that kicks the generation gap aside and redefines the meaning of friendship, love, and trust. AUGUST 24 - 26 QUEEN BEES 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 37min Language. Moving into a senior community while her home is being repaired, widowed Helen is dismayed to find a social scene resembling high school. But her perspective begins to change as she makes new friends and gets a second chance at love. Starring Ellen Burstyn, James Caan, Ann-Margret, Jane Curtin, Christopher Lloyd, Loretta Devine, and more. AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 2 AMERICAN TRAITOR: THE TRIAL OF AXIS SALLY 2021 | R | 1h 48min Violence and depiction of sexual assault. Radio broadcaster and Nazi propagandist Axis Sally -- aka sultry-voiced American Mildred Gillars -- entertains U.S. troops stationed in Europe during World War II, while also demoralizing them. But after the war, Gillars ends up on trial for treason. MOVIE TIMES: 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 20 20 MAY 7 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CLOSED CAPTIONED) & 3 PM (PLEASE NOTE NEW SHOWTIMES) AUGUST 27 - NO 3 PM MOVIE DIRTY DANCING 1987 | PG-13 | 1h 45min AUGUST 6 MY COUSIN VINNY 1992 | R | 2h 0min When teenage buddies Billy (Ralph Macchio) and Stan (Mitchell Whitfield) are falsely accused of croaking a convenience-store clerk in a backwoods Southern town, Billy calls on his Noo Yawk cousin Vinny (Joe Pesci), a fast-talking personal injury lawyer who's never tried a case. Vinny's crass demeanor lands him in hot water with the judge, but the lippy Brooklyn barrister has a few tricks up his sleeve. Oscar winner Marisa Tomei plays his gal pal. AUGUST 13 - NO 3 PM MOVIE POINT BREAK 1991 | R | 1h 57min To nab the culprits behind a string of bank heists, brash young G-man Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves) poses as a wave rider to infiltrate a group of surfers who may have pulled off the robberies in this high-speed cult favorite. But after gaining the trust of the gang's charismatic leader (Patrick Swayze), Utah gets swept up in their heady lifestyle -- and is soon forced to decide where his loyalties lie. Gary Busey plays Utah's testy partner. AUGUST 20 WHAT ABOUT BOB? 1991 | PG | 1h 39min Determined to receive treatment, Bob Wiley, a neurotic New Yorker with a host of phobias, follows his psychiatrist on vacation. His pompous shrink tries to get rid of the unwanted patient, but Bob ingratiates himself with the doctor's family. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION OPEN Now If you would like to be listed here, contact valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. CHERRY POCKET STEAK N SEAFOOD SHAK 3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales FL 33898 (863) 439-2031, www.cherrypocket.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm We offer Indoor & Outdoor Seating, Pick-Up, & Delivery THE CROOKED BASS GRILL & TAVERN 1010 N. Scenic Hwy., Babson Park, FL 33827 (863) 589-5887, crookedbass.com Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30 am-8 pm; Friday & Saturday 11:30 am-9 pm We serve delicious Seafood, Steaks, Burgers, Salads, Chicken, Pork Chops, Pasta, Wings, AYCE Specials & a Full Liquor Bar. Ask about karaoke & live music. Expecting the usual tedium of summer in the mountains with her family, 17year-old Frances is surprised to find herself stepping into the shoes of a professional dancer, and falling in love with the resort's freespirited dance instructor. 21

EVENTS A SUMMER OF FUN SO FAR! PICTURED: It’s the Beatles Featuring Liverpool Live on June 25 Indoor BBQ for the 4th of July Moon Landing Celebration on July 20 You’re Invited to Paradise … Cheeseburgers in Paradise! Enjoy an immersive Jimmy Buffett experience with themed decor, a burger bar, French fries, beer bucket specials, and a live DJ playing Jimmy Buffett and other beach tunes. Get your tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Remember, “It’s Five o'clock Somewhere!” Ashton jamboree Camp Lake August 13 at 5 pm Clubhouse Ballroom Tickets: $15/person 22 This year, YOU will be the main attraction at this year’s Jamboree, taking place on the last day of Camp Lake Ashton — Friday, August 27 at 4 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. It will be a talent show this year showcasing the very talented residents of Lake Ashton. Residents can perform stand-up comedy, sing, dance, whatever talent you would like to show, just show us what you’ve got! There are 20 slots for acts allotting five minutes per act, so be sure to sign up your talent act at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. You must also sign up to attend as a viewer. There will also be a DIY trail mix bar, snacks, and a cash bar at the Jamboree. This is a free event, so come out and support your friends and neighbors as they take the stage! See the back cover for all the details on the week of fun planned at Camp Lake Ashton! www. FLDSCC.com 23

ALOHA PARADISE The HFC staff invites you to the upcoming Aloha Paradise Party on August 27! Embrace your inner Hawaiian as you enjoy a traditional meal native to the island. A cash bar with t r o p i c a l cocktails will be offered in lieu of the traditional BYOB. Happy hour begins at 5 pm, and dinner runs from 6 to 7 pm. After dinner, Wayne, the Eagle’s Nest’s favorite DJ, will be playing tropical themed music as well as other regular favorites from 7 to 10 pm to help you dance the night away! This event is limited to 144 residents, so make sure to purchase your ticket(s) early! Your $32 ticket includes a 3-course meal and dance music from our local DJ, Wayne. The menu for this extravaganza is as follows: Appetizer: Feta cheese spread with summer berry relish & crackers Entrée choices (choose one): Herb-encrusted raspberry glaze pork loin or Pecan-encrusted mahi mahi Side dishes: Wild rice pilaf, Stir-fried vegetables, Island tossed salad with Caribbean citrus vinaigrette, Dinner rolls with butter Dessert: Vanilla cake Purchase your ticket and make your entree choice by August 10 at the HFC Activities Desk. Due to the “luau” style of the event, there will be no reserved seating in order to enhance the communal aspect of the celebration. Dressing in tropical clothing is highly encouraged, but not required. ROCK THE BLOCK PAR T Y Come rep your block at the FREE Rock the Block party September 10 at 5 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom! We’re bringing the outdoors inside for this party, so bring your lawn chairs and celebrate living in the best neighborhood in Central Florida! Dance the night away with neighbors and friends to your favorite tunes played by a live DJ in true block party fashion! This event is free thanks to sponsor United Refrigeration, but enjoy a cash bar and concession stand from Ashton Tap & Grill featuring strawberry shortcake, sausage and peppers, meatball subs, grilled veggie kebabs, street corn, and fruit cups. Get your tickets from the Clubhouse Activities Desk starting August 2. This is going to be the neighborhood party of the year that you won’t want to miss! Put on your lederhosen, grab a bier, and yodel your way to the Clubhouse, because Oktoberfest will be here September 29! Indulge in a wunderbar menu prepared by Ashton Tap & Grill consisting of wiener schnitzel with spaetzle, bratwursts with sauerkraut, German potato salad, pickled red cabbage, apple strudel, and a bier, house wine, or non-alcoholic beverage. Jimmy & Eckhard (all the way from Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe in Sanford) will put on an authentic German musical performance! Seating will be set up in true Oktoberfest style. Tickets go on sale for $38 at the Clubhouse Activities Desk August 9 after Monday Coffee. 24 CHEF’SSpecial September 14 at 5 pm Learn how to make chicken stir fry over lo mein noodies, and eat it too, all for $15! The class is reserved for the first 20 residents, so hurry down to the Clubhouse Activities Desk to sign up! COOKING CLASS WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. Ted and Louise Price Residents of Lake Aston OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 OFFICE: (863)676-6507 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. SPECIAL NEW PATIENT For Patients Without Insurance $ ” 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. Patients with Dental Insurance: Our office will file services to your primary insurance provider and will accept the insurance payment only. You will not be billed for the difference for the services mentioned above, for this special promotion only. Dental Insurance accepted: Our office accepts and works with most major dental insurance companies. We will file your primary insurance claim, and answer any questions you have about your plan. We offer Implant consultatons at no charge. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. 25

NIGHTMARE ON THE LAKE By Cheryl Winchester Hello Lake Ashton Residents — save the dates of October 29 and 30 as the Lake Ashton Performing Arts Committee (LAPAC) is super excited to announce NIGHTMARE ON THE LAKE — the biggest and best haunted house inside of Lake Ashton’s Ballroom. Tickets will go on sale in September. Plan on a little fear, lots of tricks and plenty of treats! People are needed to help in all areas. Please call Cheryl Winchester if you would be interested at 305-725-4946. HOME IMPROVEMENT EXPO The Activities Office is planning an informative and fun-filled Home Improvement Expo in the Clubhouse Ballroom on November 9. This is a ENTERTAINMENT SERIES DATES RESCHEDULED FROM 2020 MARCH 3, 2022: DOO WOP REUNION APRIL 1, 2022: CELEBRATE STAY TUNED - THE 2022 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES LINEUP WILL BE RELEASED IN SEPTEMBER UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE HFC: SEPTEMBER 24: KARAOKE PARTY OCTOBER 1: OKTOBERFEST CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT OCTOBER 22: HALLOWEEN PARTY 26 perfect event for homeowners planning any improvements during the year ahead. Meeting a potential contractor face-to-face is a valuable way to select a professional and reliable expert for upcoming home improvement projects. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE: OCTOBER 30: FALL FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 9: HOME IMPROVEMENT EXPO NOVEMBER 20: LA CRUISE-IN DECEMBER 31: NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

GOLF UPD A TES FROM THE PRO SHOP By Ron LaVoie, General Manager Final Membership numbers for fiscal year 2020/2021 are 390 memberships which translate into 609 golfers. This is 125 more than prior year. We have 305 yearly members with 155 being couples and 150 are singles. There were 85 seasonal memberships, which is 22% of the total membership. The Associate membership brought in 104 memberships with 39 being couples and 65 singles. Our New Home Membership now stands at 56 with hopes of converting 25% into full members. Overall dues were up 1.5% over prior year, but when you factor in the Associate Green Fees the club is up 8.4%. All the lots are under contract, so we are hoping to add an additional 25 members in the next 12 months. Don’t forget about the 2% discount if you join before August 31st! As everyone knows the hot, humid, and wet season is upon us, so extra care must be taken while riding carts on the course. On days when it is cart path only all four wheels need to stay on the cart path at all times. You should not be passing anyone when you play. When it is not cart path only, please observe the 90-degree rule and pay special attention to our consistently wet areas this time of year. Pay more attention when playing 1, 2, & 9 (125 yards from green) 10, 11,15,16 and 18 fairways on the west and 1 thru 5, 6,7,12,14 & 17 by the green, and 15 on the East. Reminder that all par 3’s are cart path only all the time. Please pay attention to the morning emails or check with the shop signage before teeing off. Golf course maintenance will continue trying to maintain the course to the standards we currently have, however many areas become too wet to mow and they can become ugly to look at while drying out. Maintenance also is having its challenges trying to find people to work, so please understand when some areas are not immediately maintained. Eagle’s Nest is also having the same problem trying to find help as Vickie is down to 3 servers, which is why we have limited hours, and sometimes limited menu items. Make sure you call before coming over to ensure they are open, especially days when the course is closed because they will tend to close early on those days. The membership has done a good job of riding two to a cart, especially our leagues and groups. The golf shop staff thanks all of you who have helped make this happen. We cannot maintain great fairways with four carts in a group, so please partner-up when playing, or when riding individual carts, it is cart path only. Regarding Pro Shop emails, if you have checked all your folders and contacted the shop to ensure the correct email is on file, then the final move is to call Mary at the HFC. The Golf Committee members are Rolly Geyer, Mary Lopez, Vickie Andrew, and Bill Bothwell. If you would like anything discussed at one of the meetings, please reach out to one of them, or let Matt or myself know what your concerns might be. Those non-golfers who would like to receive notifications on course conditions and closures should add your name to the email list by contacting the Pro Shop at 863-326-1032. GOLF OPERATIONS SUMMER HOURS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 Golf Pro Shop: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Driving Range: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (Select Thursdays range will be closed until 8 a.m. for maintenance) 28 LET US INSULATE YOUR GARAGE DOORS 29

LA NINERS By Diane Struble Baby, it's hot outside! But the Niners are still having fun playing some alternative games several times per month. To try to beat the heat, remember to keep hydrated and visit the Eagle's Nest after your game. The Niners are always looking for new members. Join in for a round of golf! Shotgun start time is 9 am every Tuesday. Meet in the parking lot for announcements at 9:40. Check with the Pro Shop for fees. The fall fundraiser for senior orphans of Polk County will be the first week of November - more details to come next month. Contact VP Karen Ferrande at 207-451-0143 if you have any questions or would like to join the LA Niners. LAMGA By Paul Fichtman July marked another successful, though typically soggy, month for the LAMGA. The events were wellattended and everyone is looking forward to an exciting August, which features the very popular Twoday (Pick Your Partner) Ringer Event August 25 and 26 that includes breakfast and lunch on Days 1 and 2, respectively. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Top Ten Leader Board through the end of July includes Mike Krigelski - $125.75; Les Jacobsen - $120.10; Jim Ford - $116.75; Duff Hill - $113.60; Pat O’Neil - $108.25; Donn Yasz - $106.60; Jack Farmer - $105.47; Tom Murphy - $104.85; Rolly Geyer - $102.50 and ; Gary Pagel - $97.50. Thanks, as always, to Red Hoagland Hyundai for sponsoring this very popular year-long contest. Continuing the new monthly tradition, it’s time to recognize the generous sponsors who support the annual Member-Guest tournament. This month features the following Dentists and Personal Service Salons: Boyett Family Dentistry, Forni Dental, George W. Butz III DDS, Heartland Dental, Pure Dental Brands – Paul Palo, DDS, Cammeo’s Salon and Day Spa, Golden Nails, and Posh Salon & Day Spa. Please support them with your patronage. You can find a list of all the sponsors on the LAMGA web site, lakeashtonliving.com, and Talk of Lake Ashton. The August schedule is comprised of: August 4 – Best 3 Nets; August 11 – Individual Quota Points (field will be flighted); August 18 – Best 2 Nets; and August 25 & 26 – Pick Your Partner 2 Day Ringer Tournament (mentioned above). Finally, as a reminder to everyone, keeping up the pace of play makes golf more enjoyable for all our members. Here are four tips that will help speed up the pace of play without any negative effect on your game. • PLAY READY GOLF. • Always carry a spare ball in your pocket in case a provisional is necessary. • Line up your putt before it is your turn, so you are ready to putt. • Always record your score at the next tee. Never record your score at the green. 30 LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The LALGA is still playing this summer and the luncheons after golf have been great. Thank you to Jackie Tressler for organizing them. Check out this cute picture of Mary Donaldson at the July luncheon with one of Vicki’s spectacular beverages. Cheers! In addition, the LALGA is preparing for the fall and the amazing golf tournaments ahead. The first, the Pink Ribbon Tournament, is well-underway. The committee is looking for silent auction items. Last year’s items were incredible. If you have anything you would like to donate such as a week’s time share, tickets to events, art work, etc please contact either Lydia Fichtman or Kim Kutsch. Please keep an eye out for further information about sponsoring or donating to the event. Meet Janis Baun Janis grew up in a small town in central Illinois until her father, a radio engineer, transferred to a “new” TV station in Madison, Wisconsin. After high school she attended University of Wisconsin Platteville, majoring in Physical Education. Her love of sports stemmed from her participation in youth swimming and diving and continued as an adult playing volleyball, racquetball and slow pitch softball. She didn’t start golfing until she was 45 but has been lucky to have five hole-in-ones all between 2003-2012, so she feels she is overdue for another one! After briefly residing in California and Washington Janis returned to Madison. She worked for 16 years for the State of Wisconsin as the Recording Secretary to the State Building Commission. She then transferred to the UW System, preparing Capital Budget project requests and usurping them through the legislative approval process. As a Senior Capital Budget Analyst she initiated and directed the implementation of a new automated capital asset management program which was adopted by the Department of Administration for implementation by all other state agencies. She describes her primary duties as basically writing long, grammatically correct and excruciating detailed documents that nobody read. She retired in 2004 and worked a few part-time jobs, so she could continue to golf. Janis’s volunteer activities included being a Cub Scout den mother (should require battle pay), singing first soprano in her church choirs, serving on the Parish Board, delivering Meals on Wheels, and Kiwanis. She also helped establish a new Habitat for Humanity affiliate in her community and in their fundraising campaign she organized and ran seven golf outings, raising enough funds to build a house. After 18 years supporting two children as a single parent, Janis met her “prince” Dan and they were married in 1991. They moved to Prairie du Sac and lived there for 25 years. Between them, they have four children and 11 grandchildren. They are hoping to see all of them on their road trip in July. They are also looking forward to their river cruise from Prague to Paris next summer. Jan and Dan moved to Lake Ashton in late 2017 and were snow birds for two years before they came to their senses and became full-time residents. They enjoy the community activities, dances and karaoke. Janis especially appreciates all the emails, cards, flowers and treats she received during her recent recovery from major surgery. She is anxious to start golfing again in early August. The LALGA is thrilled that Jan is a part of the league.

CLUBS TUESDAY BRIDGE By George Rogers Last month winners/players are: June 15 Winners: Nelda Sedlacek, Ralph Ritter, Dick Dole, Sil Wells June 22 Players: Howard and Dee Mayne, George Rogers, Dana Griffiths June 29 Players: Chip and Elaine Inman, Ralph Ritter, Maureen Ziegler July 13 Winners: Graham Littlehales, Howard Mayne, and tied Ralph Ritter and Dee Mayne New bridge players are welcome to this party bridge group. Contact George Rogers at 419-708-3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com. DUPLIC ATE BRIDGE By Linda Ford Duplicate Bridge is played every Monday in the Ballroom at 12:30. There is no limit on the number of participants, though advance registration is appreciated – there is a booklet with scores and a signup sheet on the back wall of the Ballroom. June 14: Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, George Rogers & Ralph Ritter, Jim Ford & Don Fuller June 21: Sonny Robinson & Pat Foster, Mary Lois Teyssier & Ann Murphey, Linda Ford & Jim Ford June 28: Dana Cunningham & Marian Nelson, Ralph Ritter & George Rogers, Dana Griffiths & Maureen Ziegler. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler The LA Singles gr oup plans activities for Lake Ashton residents who are single. The group meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 32 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. In July, the singles went on a cruise on the Chain Of Lakes and sent gifts to homeless seniors in Lakeland for ‘Christmas in July’. The group is planning a trip to the Aquarium in Tampa in addition to dinner at Harry’s Seafood in Lakeland. If you would like to take part in activities with other singles, attend the meeting on August 1. LA BELLES By Diane Costello The next luncheon will hopefully be at the new Floridino’s on August 25 at 1 pm. Order off the menu and pay individually. Please text your RSVP to Diane at 732-266-8080. If the new location is not open it will be at the current location in Lake Hamilton. Please call Diane prior to the luncheon to confirm the location. BOCC E BAL L A SSOC I AT I ON By Vicki Creek Thirty-two bocce ball players attended the first Potluck Dinner Meeting on July 7 and formed the all new Lake Ashton Bocce B a l l A s s o c i a t i o n (LABBA). Officers elected were: President: Vicki Creek Vice President: Wayne Creek Secretary: Stephanie Iszak Treasures: Chris and Bill Reibl Several committees were formed and dues were set at $10 per person per year. If you would like to join LABBA please email Wayne Creek at wjcreek@gmail.com. Open community play will be every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. For anyone interested in learning how to play Bocce Ball, contact Carl and/or Linda Boast at 540-297-7336 by phone or text message to set up a mutually convenient time to meet at the courts for an introductory session. Many friendships have been made on the bocce courts! (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 33

BLANKETS OF LOVE (BOLLA) By Pat Neaves Many activities are on summer hiatus. Not BOLLA! Although the group has smaller numbers during the summer months, the ladies continue making blankets in preparation for deliveries to school counselors, Polk County Schools Homeless, etc. during the month of August. This is a great time for anyone wanting to join a fun activity at Lake Ashton to check the group out. Can’t sew? No problem! If you can tie a knot, you’re welcome to join! Stop by the Clubhouse Craft Room any Monday from 1 to 3 pm. It’s fun, relaxing, and very rewarding being part of bringing a little sunshine into a child’s life. LA ROCKERS By Connie Strassberg LA Rockers is a group committed to painting and hiding rocks as “random acts of kindness”. In addition, the rockers have distributed "Welcome" rocks to new residents, painted rocks to hide at special events like the Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament, donated rocks to local nursing homes for the holidays, and created rocks for Memorial Gardens. At the annual July 4th Fundraiser and Silent Auction, many residents shared stories of how much finding decorated “gifts” served to brighten their day or make them feel comfortable in their new home. Mission accomplished! LA Rockers meets every other Wednesday from 2 to 4 pm in the HFC Community Center. August meetings will be the 11th and 25th. Newcomers are welcome to come and see what the Rockers do, and join in on the fun! LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White Hopefully you all have enjoyed watching the Olympics, especially the water sports. There was a new sport: surfing, new swim events, and a name change from Synchronized Swimming to Artistic Swimming. These Olympics were certainly unusual with no foreign spectators allowed (including parents) and very strict COVID protocols. The final swim night is August 1 on NBC and the closing ceremonies will be August 2. (continued on p. 35) 34 (continued from p. 34) Do you know that Lake Ashton has its own Olympic swimmers? (Well, sort of.) Some members of the LA Swim Club swim in the Senior Games, which used to be called the Senior Olympics. So, they used to be Senior Olympians. Maybe a stretch … but they are dedicated like Olympians; they aim to swim like Olympians; and they know the many physical, mental, & health benefits of swimming. Swimming is unlike any other aerobic exercise because it exercises almost all parts of the body with no constraints from gravity. This makes it ideal for most people, especially those with osteoarthritis or foot problems. Swimming also decreases arterial stiffness, a risk factor for heart issues. One also breathes differently when swimming. When you run or bike, your breath tends to be shallow and you exhale forcefully. In swimming, it’s the opposite and that is more beneficial. It can even improve your posture as swimmers backs tend to arch and stretch in the water. Those looking for a buddy with whom to swim or an organized workout should consider joining the LA Swim Club. Please contact sandyw1994@aol.com. L AVA A U X I L I A R Y By Chris Graves SAVE THE DATE: THE CRAFT FAIR IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 The Craft Fair is a fundraiser which will benefit Veterans. All proceeds from the Craft Fair are earmarked for Habitat for Humanity’s “Tiny Homes for Veterans Project.” More than 40 vendors have already signed up and there will be lots of lotto money! There will be one raffle tree with three chances to win! Each winner will win $100 worth of scratch off lottery tickets! Please come support the veterans and take the opportunity to purchase unique, hand-crafted items including metal art work, crocheted items, not to mention you could be one of the lucky winners of a Lotto Tree and/or other raffle items. There will be no meetings August. The next meeting will be September 15 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom near the front stage. Enjoy the Summer! 35

PICKLEBALL NEWS By John Savala LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their On July 5 the Lake Ashton Pickleball Association held a mixed-partner type tournament in which partners were randomly selected for each game they played. Players played five games lasting 10 minutes, or until one team scored 11 points. Each player’s personal point accumulation for all their games was totaled at the end to determine the winners. Prizes were $25, $15, and $5 in Ashton Tap & Grill gift cards. For the men, Earl Schley and Carl Boast placed first and second, respectively. For the women, it was Sue Morris and Diane Holman. Spirit awards were also handed out to Mark Taylor and Sherry Hynoski. A total of 26 players participated in what was a very fun format that allowed players of different levels to play together. Thanks to the participants for coming out, the organizers, and the support staff for putting on a very well-coordinated event. The LAPA officers continue to address the deficiencies of the pickleball courts that were brought up and discussed at the last meeting. President Cal, VP Chuck and Treasurer Lisa met with the LAIICDD supervisor in charge of facilities on July 12 to discuss some of those issues to try to get his support for making needed changes and improvements. Topics discussed were repainting and resurfacing the courts and the problem of balls rolling under the fence. As of this writing, members are waiting to find out if the meeting was successful. It is going to take a concerted effort by all members to make these changes happen by showing up and speaking up at the CDD meetings and writing emails to the CDD supervisors. Be safe out there! 36 monthly meeting on August 5 at 4 pm via Zoom and in-person at the HFC. Feel free to bring your own beverage. No refreshments will be provided. August speaker is Scott Hottenstein, Civics Teacher, Coach, Mentor, & Community Activist. Scott is also the President of the Democratic Public Education Caucus of Florida and was a 2019 Teacher of the Year Finalist for Hillsborough County Public Schools. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet at the Clubhouse on August 25. Social time will begin at 3:30PM and our meeting will start at 4 pm. This month’s speaker is Bobby Williams, Pastor of the Freedom Church. All club members and Lake Ashton residents are invited to attend. For more information, contact Ms. Brenda Bush-Sayre, 813-313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. LA ROCS & PEBBLES POTLUCK By Amity Kokochak The next LA ROCS (Riviera, Oakmont, Colonial and Sawgrass) and “Pebbles” (6016-6048 Pebble Beach Blvd.) Social will be held on August 13 at 6 pm in the HFC Community Center. Potluck dinner — please bring an entrée, salad, side dish or dessert, large enough to serve eight people. Bring your own beverages, plates and utensils. Please RSVP by August 10 on the sign-up sheet located in the HFC Hallway, or by emailing Amity Kokochak at amitykokochak@gmail.com or texting 813-7195579. Please indicate what you are planning to bring! This is a great way to meet and greet your neighbors and friends and enjoy some great food! The usual day will now be the second Friday of the month, and is not expected to change. MIND&BODY LA DANCE CLASSES Exciting news! Dance Classes will be resuming in September 2021! Classes are held on Mondays, 4:30 -5:30 pm, in the HFC Community Room. All classes are FREE! No partner is needed! Dances to be taught are as follows: SEPTEMBER - East Coast Swing OCTOBER - Waltz NOVEMBER - Rumba Exact dates for classes will be published in September LA Times. Cannot wait to see all the returning students and meet some new students as well! Any questions, call Connie Wilkinson, Certified DVIDA Dance Instructor, at 863-875-6728 (leave a message if no answer). Hope to see you in September! WOM E N ’ S B I B L E S T U D Y By Linda Rosendall The Lake Ashton Women’s Bible Study will begin Fall Sessions at 10 am on Wednesday, October 13, at the HFC. This year’s study will be the book of Exodus. Study workbooks are available and can be purchased from Louise Gilla up until September 1. A check for $30 can be mailed to Louise Gilla at 4071 Ashton Club Drive, Lake Wales, FL 33859. Come join this group of women for a wonderful experience of Christian fellowship and Bible Study. CREATE A CARD - NEW CLASS TIMES! Please join this group on August 17 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Subsequent classes will be on the third Tuesday each month. The cost of each class is $10. Sign-up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join in for creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with questions or further detail. 37 LAKE ASHTON TRIVIA ANSWER 87 tons of rock BOB ROSS OIL PA I N T I N G Instructor: Kay Lenherr August 14 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: End of Summer Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. YO G A S H A R E Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom, Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE Tuesdays from 3 to 5 pm and Thursdays ,10 am to noon. If interested, contact Liz Leigh (813.288.0809, leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com). LA GENEALOGY CLUB The next meeting will be August 11 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft room. Come join us to learn how to find your ancestors and to help others find theirs. All levels of expertise are welcome. For more information, call Jane at 815-545-6655. CA N V A S PA I N T I N G Create your own fall canvas painting September 21 at 3 pm in t he Clubhouse Ballroom. For $35, each attendee will receive step-bystep instructions and supplies necessary to create this fallthemed painting. Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Desk with a check made out to WNC of Tampa to reserve your spot.

TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS HOSPICE & GRIEF SEMINAR Are you looking into hospice or grief support programs? Are you not sure what is the best fit for you? Stop by the HFC August 12 at 1 pm. An expert will explain possible hospice choices, as well as grief support services, including the services at the HFC on Tuesdays. !"#$#% '($))*)+ ,*((" - ./0"#" '/12$#% !(3%/ 4$5 6%3*7$*3 '($))*)+ 80"*)%"" 91)"0(#*)+ 4$:% ;"<#1) =%"*3%)# >*"*# 10/ ,%2"*#% ?1/ @A71B*)+ >*/#0$( - 4*C% D%B*)$/"E F%5" - !307$#*1)$( =%"10/7%"G Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct DeniseTessier@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 290 Cypress Gardens Blvd. | Winter Haven, FL 33880 THE SCIENCE BEHIND CBD You’ve learned about the health benefits of CBD products, now delve into the science behind CBD at a class on August 18 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. PHYSIC AL THERAP Y FORUM Are you interested in getting physical therapy but do not know if it is something you can afford, or your insurance will cover? Do you want to know if it will benefit you to participate in getting therapy or not? There will be an open forum August 19 at 1 pm at the HFC to answer any questions or concerns you may have. CHOOSING THE RIGHT PRIMAR Y C ARE PHYSICIAN Choosing the right primary doctor is no easy task. There are so many choose from. How do you know you chose the right one? Attend the seminar on August 26 at 2 pm at the HFC. Any questions or concerns you may have can be answered. Sign up today at the HFC Activities Desk. GROWING & COOKING COMMO N H E R B S Join UF/IFAS Extension Gardening and Nutrition experts to learn to grow some common herbs and spices that do well in central Florida and get inspiration on how to use them in delicious, healthy meals! The class is September 7 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. FIRE AND FALL PREVENTION Adults 65 and older are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fires or falls compared to the rest of the population. Polk Fire Rescue is offering a class on September 24 at 11 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom centered around 16 key safety messages developed by experts from local and national safety organizations. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. 38

DON’T MISS THE SECOND ANNUAL MONDAY, AUGUST 23 9 AM CAMP KICKOFF & CAMP BREAKFAST AT MONDAY COFFEE 9 AM TENNIS LESSON 6:30 PM CAMPFIRE MARSHMALLOW ROAST TUESDAY, AUGUST 24 8 AM BOCCE BALL 9:30 AM GARDENING ACTIVITY 11:30 AM BEADING CRAFT WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25 8 AM KAYAKING - 1ST GROUP 10:30 AM - 2ND GROUP 12:30 PM REPTILE CLASS 4 PM CAMP POOL PARTY THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 9:30 AM TIE-DYE T-SHIRT CRAFT 1 PM GRILL PACK COOKING CLASS FRIDAY, AUGUST 27 10:30 AM OUTDOOR WATER GAMES 4 PM CAMP LAKE ASHTON JAMBOREE & CAMP AWARDS SIGN UP FOR THESE EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK & DON’T FORGET TO PICK UP A SCAVENGER HUNT SCORECARD ON AUGUST 23 AND RETURN BY 1 PM AUGUST 26! This week is completely free thanks to these sponsors: Matt Simpson of Edward Jones, Senior Insurance of Florida, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida, The Oasis Spa, Nick Toadvine of Guardian Wealth Management , Gessler Clinic Camp Lake Ashton AUGUS T 23 - 27 , 2021 FREE ARE YOU READY FOR SOME SUMMER FUN?!

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter July 2021 Simply the Best! CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY LAKE ASHTON STYLE! SEE P. 25 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 and Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com

We Handle ALL of your Real Estate Needs: Buying, Selling, & Rentals MAKE NO MISTAKE, WE ARE THE BEST AT WHAT WE DO! • Lake Ashton Realty was involved in over 60 home closings in 2020, representing 66% of all closings. • Our next closest competitor was involved in 21 home closings – we tripled our closest competitor in transactions! • For ONLY 3% listing commission and 3% selling commission, work with the EXCLUSIVE on-site professionally staffed office to serve your needs 7 days a week. • The team is lead by Terri Mattocks, Broker, one of the initial residents who has called Lake Ashton home for over 18 years. Back Row (L to R): Sarah Lord, Anita Piasecki, Cindy Thornton Front Row: Lori Raath, Terri Mattocks NEWSLETTER STAFF JULY 2021 Christine Wells Editor cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.5457 Valerie McCutcheon Advertising Sales, Layout & Design valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com 863.324.6032 SUBMISSION GUIDELINES August Issue Deadline: July 14 • Articles can be submitted on behalf of Lake Ashton clubs/ groups/organizations to promote lifestyle enhancing, opportunities, and must be approved by the group leader prior to publication • Email articles to: valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com • 150 word limit. Articles will be edited for length and clarity • Include your club contact and phone number • The writing style is third person — avoid using I, me, my, we, our, or personal pronouns Photo Specifications: • All photos must be high-res digital images in “jpeg” format and submitted via email or CD/flash drive • Space will generally allow only one photo per article • The designer and printer will make the final determination as to the print quality of photographs for publication THE LAKE ASHTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DOES NOT ENDORSE OR SUPPORT ANY PARTICULAR POLITICAL CANDIDATE, PARTY, MEASURE OR ISSUE, OR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Lake Ashton employees are at your service. We want your experiences in the Clubhouse, Golf Course and HFC to be as pleasant and memorable as possible! Do not hesitate to contact any of the below with comments, questions or concerns. Lake Ashton Clubhouse 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Phone: 863.324.5457 Fax: 863.324.5829 Lake Ashton Health & Fitness Center (HFC) LACDD Community Director: Christine Wells cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Activities Desk: Caroline Lane 863.324.6032 clane@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Office Manager: Sheila Moreland 863.324.5457 smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com Clubhouse Operations Manager: Matt Fisher 863.956.6207 mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com HOA Office (LW) Ashton Tap & Grill Annie Toth, GM Golf Club - Ron Lavoie, General Manager Matt Auen, Assistant Pro Eagle’s Nest Vicki Moore, Manager RV & Storage Center 863.325.0065 manager@lakeashtonhoa.org 863.324.5810 ma2077@metzcorp.com 863.326.1032 863.326.1032 6052 Pebble Beach Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884 Phone: 863.595.1562 Fax: 863.595.1567 LAIICDD Community Director: Mary Bosman mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com HFC Activities Office Manager: Krystle Funk 863.595.1562 kfunk@lakeashton2cdd.com Gate Houses & Security Officers: Thompson Nursery Rd. (LW): 863.324.7290 County Road 653 (WH): 863.318.0237 rlavoie@lakeashtongc.com mauen@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1085 vmoore@lakeashtongc.com 863.326.1304 dholmes@lakeashtonstorage.com Police Non-Emergency Numbers: Lake Wales: 863.678.4223 Winter Haven: 863.291.5858 Polk County Sheriff: 863.298.6200 In case of emergency, dial 911 3

MONDAY C OFFEE Bring $2 — coffee and donuts are back! Monday Coffee begins at 9 am. JULY 5 - NO MONDAY COFFEE Clubhouse Offices and Activities Desk Closed for Independence Day JULY 12 Birthdays and Anniversaries Featured Speaker: City of Lake Wales Updates Featured Vendor - Christine Graves Insurance Bite Me Monday - donations of pet items for the Polk County Humane Society can be dropped off at the Clubhouse JULY 19 - NO MONDAY COFFEE - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING Peanut Butter Monday - donations of non-perishable food items for a local food pantry can be dropped off at the Clubhouse JULY 26 Blast from the Past with David Harrison ed Speaker - Circle of Friends, and CaptionCall - apply for a no-cost captioning phone Featured Vendors - Tessier Law Firm, Matthew Simpson with Edward Jones, and Gessler Clinic ASHTON TAP & GRILL IS DOING A PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR MONDAY COFFEE ATTENDEES JULY 26 AT 9 AM IN THE BALLROOM. TICKETS: $6 - PURCHASE AT THE CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES DESK BY JULY 23. CASH OR CHECK ONLY. MENU: 2 PANCAKES, SCRAMBLED EGGS, SAUSAGE OR BACON, & COFFEE The Monthly Market will be on July 21 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Clubhouse West parking lot. A list of vendors will be emailed out the week of. Please call the Clubhouse Activities Desk for more information. NEW RESIDENT SOCIAL July 9 at 2 pm in the HFC IN THIS ISSUE NEWS 6 LA LOOKS 18 SAFETY 20 MOVIES 22 EVENTS 24 GOLF 28 CLUBS 32 MIND & BODY 37 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETINGS LAKE ASHTON II (WH) CDD Friday, July 16 at 9 am HFC LAKE ASHTON (LW) CDD Monday, July 19 at 9:30 am Clubhouse Ballroom CIT Y COMM I S S I O N MEETINGS LW: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 6 pm, Commission Chambers, Municipal Administration Bldg., 201 W. Central Ave., Lake Wales WH: 2nd & 4th Mondays at 6:30 pm, John Fuller Auditorium in City Hall, 451 3rd Street NW, Winter Haven

LACDD NEWS Residents are enjoying the many activities and entertainment options offered and are excited to be out and enjoying time with friends and neighbors. Monday Coffee in June brought many smiling residents back for coffee, donuts, and reminiscing with neighbors. In this edition of the LA Times residents will find even more options to get out of the house and enjoy the community. From a Moon Landing celebration with the band Paisley Craze, entertainment on the Ashton Tap & Grill patio, karaoke, health seminars, and trivia, to a Fourth of July golf cart parade, Par 3 golf tournament, pool party, and indoor cookout, there really is something for everyone to enjoy. The Board of Supervisors met June 21 and approved several improvements to the Clubhouse. New amenity signage, the addition of rock to various landscaping beds around the Clubhouse and main entrance, and new chairs for the Game Room were all approved and will be in place as soon as possible. In response to the Focus 2025 survey, a designated smoking area was established by Supervisors (see p. 10) and staff is working on other maintenance and low cost improvements that were highlighted by residents in the survey. Please refer to the email blast sent June 23 for more information regarding the decisions made at the meeting. As always residents are encouraged to attend monthly CDD meetings to obtain first hand information. Ashton Tap & Grill will release a new menu on July 5. Be sure to stop by and try some of the new options. Stay tuned to media for the introduction of new specials starting in July and don't forget brunch on Sundays. Call 863-324-5810 to make a reservation today! BY CHRIS TINE WELLS, LA (LW) CDD COMM U N I TY D I R E C T O R Long days, short nights, afternoon thunderstorms, and flowers blooming bright … summer is officially here! Many residents are taking trips to visit family and friends while others are enjoying guests at Lake Ashton. It is great to see residents proudly showing their visitors the beautiful amenities and even more enjoyable to meet those who mean so much to them. Stop by either Activities Desk during operating hours to register any guests. When registering be sure to get a calendar of events so your visitors know what activities are happening during their stay. All vehicles, including golf carts, must obey all stop signs and the 20 mph speed limit throughout Lake Ashton. Drivers, watch for pedestrians at all times. Obeying posted speed limit and traffic signs can help avert a potential tragedy. LACDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONTA C T INFO Robert (Bob) Plummer, Chairman Security, Operations and Staff 260.820.0389, rplummer@lakeashtoncdd.com Michael Costello, Vice Chairman Clubhouse Facilities including Outdoor Amenities (Dog Park, Pool, Sports Courts) 863.875.9228 or 732.718.7431, mcostello@lakeashtoncdd.com Lloyd Howison, Assistant Secretary Golf Cart Paths, Bridges and all Ponds 704.302.6555, lhowison@lakeashtoncdd.com Harry Krumrie, Assistant Secretary Restaurant 407.766.9237, hkrumrie@lakeashtoncdd.com Steve Realmuto, Assistant Secretary Budget, Finance, Reserve Study 863.949.0304, steve.lacdd@gmail.com Office Hours: By Appointment

LAII CDD NEW S B Y MAR Y BOSMAN, LAIICDD COMMUNIT Y DIREC T OR The HFC is fully post COVID! Activities and events are the norm again. Staff is enjoying seeing residents again and catching up with residents who hadn’t been in the building in a while. With the summer heat, please don’t hesitate to come into the building for an air-conditioned walking/running trek around the Community Center. Heat exhaustion and even worse, heat stroke, can be avoided by doing so. We have added some new indoor/outdoor games and residents are really enjoying them! We are planning a corn hole tournament to be announced very soon, so get your team ready for some fun! Practice anytime. The Board is getting ready for the final budget approval for FY 2022 in August. Many hours of research and planning are done prior to this meeting and with the residents' best interests in mind. A lightning protection satellite device (the Golf Course has had the base set for years) has been approved and will be located outside the HFC Pool, for golfers, and other residents, but visible inside to swimmers as well. Automatic handicap door openers have been added to the restrooms inside the HFC. The Lake Ashton Connection is a monthly newsletter focusing on the activities and happenings at the HFC and Golf Course. It is not a formal publication, nor is it meant to compete in any way with the LA Times. Lake Ashton is growing and to meet the needs of all the residents, both the HFC and the Clubhouse share the idea that options LAIICDD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CON TAC T I N F O Jim Mecsics, Chairman - Public Safety, Security, Amenities and District Support Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 am to 12 pm, 863.875.4554, mecsicsj@msn.com Bob Zelazny, Vice Chairman - Golf Course, Pro Shop, Eagle’s Nest, Facilities and Field Operation Office Hours: Mondays from 1 to 3 pm, 863.325.8098, bzelazny@lakeashton2cdd.com Duff Hill, Assistant Secretary - Public Works & Budget, Pet Play Parks Office Hours: Mondays at 10:30 to noon, 863.875.4216, duffhill5429@gmail.com Angela Littlewood, Assistant Secretary Office Hours: Thursdays at 9 to 10:30 am, 352.250.9707, alittlewoodlakeashton2cdd@gmail.com Colette McKie, Assistant Secretary - Grounds and Landscaping, Planning, and Transportation System Office Hours: Thursdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, 443.994.2939, cmckie@lakeashton2cdd.com are not the same as competition. Staff within both CDD’s work very hard to provide programming for everyone. Having different activities at both locations at the same time is extremely rare, but on those rare occasions, if viewed as opportunities for all to recreate or have options they shouldn’t be viewed as competition. For those of you who are vacationing away from Lake Ashton this summer, be safe, make memories and we look forward to your return. For those who go “up north,” have fun and make memories. We look forward to your return as well. For those residents who live full time here in Lake Ashton, enjoy the opportunities that both CDD’s have for you with events and fun things to do! We’ll help make some great memories here and think how great it will be to share all the memories when everyone returns! www.PerformanceGolfCarts.com 9 28

NEWS AT T E N T I O N : CL UB, GROUP AND AC T I V I T Y L E A D E R S HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE: 6 am – 10 pm, 7 days a week CLUBHOUSE OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 9 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday Photo ID Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 am to 4 pm or other times by appointment ASHTON TAP & GRILL: 11 am to 8 pm Daily HFC OFFICES & ACTIVITIES DESK: 8 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER: 5:30 am – 10 pm 7 days a week MEDIA CENTER NEWS The Ledger and Wall Street Journal are now available for residents to view in the Clubhouse Media Center. After reading please be sure to leave the newspapers in the Media Center for all to enjoy. DVDs are also available for residents to check out. The honor system is used for all check-outs so please be sure to return to the cart located near the closet door so other residents can enjoy them. Thank you to the volunteers that keep the Media Center neat and organized. This is an amenity that is used by many residents and the hard work of the volunteers is greatly appreciated. Please stop by the Clubhouse or email smoreland@lakeashtoncdd.com to let Sheila know if your group will be going on summer hiatus, as well as the resume date in the fall. LAKE ASHTON TRIVIA How many streets can be found within Lake Ashton? See page 37 for the answer. NEW DESIGNATED SMOKING/VAPING AREA The Board of Supervisors voted to make the patio just outside of the Ballroom the designated smoking/vaping area at the Clubhouse for residents. The designated smoking area for employees is by the dumpster at the Clubhouse. Smoking/ Vaping is not permitted in any other area surrounding the Clubhouse including the Pet Play Park, Bocce Ball Courts, Shuffleboard Courts, Tennis Courts and Pavilion. Residents that see others smoking outside of the designated smoking areas should contact security at 863-324-7290.

PET POLICIES The Joint Amenity Facilities Policy states that dogs and all other pets (with the exception of service dogs) are not permitted at Amenity Facilities. In the event a special event is held, as previously approved by the Amenity Manager, and dogs are permitted as part of the special event, they must be leashed. Please refrain from bringing any pet (with the exception of service dogs) with you when coming to the Clubhouse Amenities. Dogs must also be leashed at all times in the community, with the exception of while at the Pet Play Parks. JOINT AMENIT Y F A CILITIES POLIC Y HIGHLIGHT Each month an excerpt from the Joint Amenity Facilities Policy will be featured in the LA Times. Since it is getting hotter outside and more residents will looking to exercise indoors, this month outlines the use of the Fitness Centers at the Clubhouse and HFC. The full Joint Amenity Faci l ities Pol icy can be found onl ine at lakeashtoncdd.com or lakeashton2cdd.com under "Additional District Documents”. Questions can be directed to Christine Wells, LA (LW) CDD Community Director (cwells@lakeashtoncdd.com) or Mary Bosman, LAII (WH) CDD Community Director (mbosman@lakeashton2cdd.com). 1. Fitness centers are open daily during normal operating hours. 2. Patrons are encouraged to receive training on the apparatus before utilizing equipment 3. Each facility provides televisions for Patrons. Please be considerate when setting volume levels. 4. Individuals must be fourteen (14) years of age and older to use District Fitness Centers. Individuals 14-17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. 5. Food, including chewing gum, is not permitted within the District Fitness Centers. Beverages, however, are permitted in the Fitness Centers if contained in non-breakable containers with screwtop or sealed lids. 6. Appropriate attire and footwear (covering the entire foot) must be worn at all times in the District Fitness Centers. Appropriate attire includes teeshirts, tank tops, shorts, and/or athletic wear (no swimsuits). 7. Each individual is responsible for wiping off fitness equipment after use with the antiseptic wipes provided by the Districts. 8. Use of personal trainers is permitted in the District Fitness Centers with approval from the Amenity Manager. 9. Hand chalk is not permitted to be used in the District Fitness Centers. 10. Radios, tape players, MP3 players and CD players are not permitted unless they are personal units equipped with headphones. 11. No bags, gear, or jackets are permitted on the floor of the District Fitness Centers or on the fitness equipment. 12. Weights or other fitness equipment may not be removed from the District Fitness Centers. 13. Limit use of cardiovascular equipment to thirty (30) minutes and step aside between multiple sets on weight equipment if other persons are waiting. 14. Be respectful of others. Allow other Patrons and Guests to also use equipment, especially the cardiovascular equipment. 15. Replace weights to their proper location after use. 16. Free-weights are not to be dropped and should be placed only on the floor or on equipment made specifically for storage of the weights. 17. Any fitness program operated, established and run by the Amenity Manager may have priority over other users of the District Fitness Centers. CLUBHOUSE FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION RETURNS! Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form for a free introduction on how to use the cardio and strength equipment in the Clubhouse Fitness Center on July 14 at 1 pm.

BOOKMOBILE RETURNS! The Polk County Library Cooperative Bookmobile has returned and will be parked at the Clubhouse West Parking Lot on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closed for lunch 12:30 to 1:15). New library membership is available to anyone owning or long-term renting in Lake Ashton, with photo ID and proof of address. Call 863.678.4004 for more information. TROPHY WALL Thank you to Clubhouse Facility Staff, Wayne, and Vickie Creek for installing a beautiful Trophy Wall near Ashton Lanes; it's a beautiful addition to the Clubhouse. Any groups that would like to display a trophy, plaque, medal, or photo please email Vicki Creek at vlcreek@gmail.com for more information. WELCOME Dr Steven Reddick has been serving Lake Wales and surrounding areas for 35+ years. Our office offers services that included implants, crowns/ bridges, veneers, dentures/partials, root canal therapy, extractions, periodontal treatment, fillings and whitening. “ Gentle and kind. We have been patients for many years and highly recommend Dr Reddick. Ted and Louise Price Residents of Lake Aston OFFICE HOURS Monday - Wednesday: 7-5 Thursday: 7-4 OFFICE: (863)676-6507 FAX: (863)678-0424 Dr. Steven Reddick 440 South Buckmoore Rd Lake Wales, Fl 33853 reddickdentistry@aol.com www.reddickdentistry.com Cash, Check, and all major credit cards accepted. LA NAME BADGES By Ann Boogher The blue and white Lake Ashton name badges are back. Forms are available at the Clubhouse and HFC Activities Desks. The Lake Ashton Purple Stars, affiliated with the American Cancer Society, will benefit from the sale of the badges. Fill out the form, attach your check payable to the LA Purple Stars, and return to either Activities Desk. Cost for the badges is $15 each and you have a choice of magnetic or pin attachment. Wearing a name badge helps us to remember the names of new and long-time residents alike. New Residents: Get Your Resident Photo Identification Cards Made at the Clubhouse Activities Desk Tuesdays: 11 am - 4 pm Wednesdays: 11 am - 4 pm Other Times By Appointment Bring a government-issued ID form and warranty deed. SPECIAL NEW PATIENT For Patients Without Insurance $ ” 82 Includes: Panoramic X-Ray (D0330) Bitewing X-Rays (D0274) Examination by Dr. Reddick (D0150) Regular Cleaning by Hygienist (D1110) Cleaning not guaranteed the same day. Additional charges may apply if gum disease and/or tarter build up are present. Patients with Dental Insurance: Our office will file services to your primary insurance provider and will accept the insurance payment only. You will not be billed for the difference for the services mentioned above, for this special promotion only. Dental Insurance accepted: Our office accepts and works with most major dental insurance companies. We will file your primary insurance claim, and answer any questions you have about your plan. We offer Implant consultatons at no charge. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed for payment. Fees may vary due to complexity of case. This special does not apply to those patients with current dental plans. Fees are minimal. Prices are subject to change. AVON PARK More Choices. Best Prices... Now Introducing Just Looking? Stop into the new Plantation model furnished by Turners. Cutomize without Compromise! Or, Shop Online TurnerFurnitureOnline.com TURNER’S MATTRESS GALLERY A Better Night’s Rest For Less! 863-402-1688 www.TurnerFurniTureOnline.cOm AVON PARK SHOWROOM 2900 US 27 South Avon Park, FL SHOWROOM HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM SUNDAY: 11 AM - 4 PM 15 OUTLET HOURS: MONDAY - SATURDAY: 10 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY: CLOSED 1122 W Locke Street Avon Park, FL WAREHOUSE HOURS: TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY & MONDAY: CLOSED ©2021 Knorr Marketing TUFU-1322 6/21

INCIDENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE Any incident that occurs at the Clubhouse or surrounding amenities should be immediately reported to the Club Office or Security. Security is available 24 hours a day (phone numbers on page 3). If reporting the incident immediately is not possible, please contact Christine Wells at 863.324.5457 as soon as you are able. It is important to document any incident, whether a substantial injury or a minor bruise. The process takes only about five minutes, and the information gathered is helpful in identifying potential areas that need attention. Remember to always call 9-1-1 first for all life threatening injuries and inform security and/or staff afterwards. LA WOODWORKERS KNIFE SHARPENING Bring your knives and scissors that need sharpening to the Wood Shop (located near the construction office/RV storage area off Dunmore Dr.) July 12 between 9 and 10 am. Please wrap in newspaper and identify with your name and telephone number. Thank you to everyone for supporting this fundraising project. www. FLDSCC.com 17

LA LO O K S LAKE ASHTON (LAKE WALES) HOA CORNER Have you heard the HOA secured more services at less cost? Now, that’s a great combination and it is what’s happening with the hiring of the new management firm by the Lake Wales HOA! As of July 1 al l administrative responsibilities of the Lake Wales HOA are being handled by the Don Asher Group management firm. You will be receiving a welcome letter from the Asher firm letting you know they are on board and ready to serve. The new management firm will save the HOA about $25,000 per year rolling up the cost of former office manager duties and the cost of both the HOA website and financial software. Until the manager resigned in February the HOA was paying nearly $55,000 for the position. Now, with the Don Asher Group, the HOA will pay only $36,000 for more services than the HOA received from the former office manager and can eliminate the costs of website and financial software. In addition to all the legally required recordkeeping, the Don Asher firm will be handling the administration of all ARC requests for Lake Wales, all for less money. Members of the Lake Wales ARC will be approving or denying requests, but all other functions will be done by the management firm. That includes receiving the request, checking for completeness and making sure proper diagrams and descriptions are included in the request, and handing the request off for action by the ARC. The management firm will also be inspecting the community for architectural violations and sending residents reminders of violations. This will eliminate the necessity of ARC members confronting residents on ARC issues, as the violation process will be handled by the Asher firm. Accompanying this change to a professional management company will be some small changes in how you contact the Lake Wales HOA. There will be a new website name — all the information you want about the Lake Wales HOA will be located at lakeashtonhoa.org. All property owners in the Lake Wales portion of Lake Ashton are HOA members and should use this new website address to find all information relating to their individual HOA account. All general HOA documents, including governing documents, meeting minutes, ARC rules and all notices concerning the Lake Wales HOA can now be found on lakeashtonhoa.org. The HOA board is looking forward to smoother administrative operations at a cost savings to member s . More i nformat ion about the management company and how it will be working for you will be coming via future email blasts and articles in the LA Times newsletter.

SAFET Y N EIG HBORHOOD WAT C H 2021 NATIO NAL NIGHT OUT By Fay Wood, NW Chief National Night Out is an annual communitybuilding campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make Lake Ashton a safer, caring place to live. It enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community! This year the Lake Ashton National Night Out will be held August 3. A golf cart parade will take place at 7:30 pm starting at the HFC and ending at the Clubhouse. More information will be sent out by blast, so keep an eye open for them. Help make this National Night Out a special one and hopefully all of the great community will participate. See you there! NW SAFET Y TIPS By Fay Wood, NW Chief Are You a Distracted Driver? Most people know that texting and talking on the phone while driving are dangerous activities. But they aren’t the only things that can distract you while you’re driving. Dashboard infotainment systems, navigation tools and even passengers can easily take your focus off the road. Distracted driving is a deadly problem— thousands of deaths have occurred, according to statistics from National Highway & Traffic. Tips that can help you avoid distractions while driving: • Put it away: Place your phone out of sight to prevent temptation. • Know where you’re going: Set your navigation system before driving. • Pull over: If you must call or text while driving, safely pull off the road and stop. • Ask passengers for help: Ask a passenger to help navigate, make a call or send a message. • Don’t be a distraction yourself: Avoid calling or texting others when you know they are driving. • Use “do not disturb”: Many phones have settings that silence incoming calls and messages while your phone is synced with your car. WILDLIFE ALER T Female alligators build a m o u n d n e s t o f s o i l , vegetation, or debris and deposit an average of 32 to 46 eggs in late June or early July. Incubation requires approximately 63-68 days, and hatching occurs from midAugust through early September. Alligators and crocodiles are an important part of Florida's heritage and play a valuable role in the ecosystems where they live. Those who live near lakes and ponds should expect to see alligators from time-totime but they should never be fed or approached. If you see an alligator: • Always give these reptiles a respectful distance — at least 10 feet — and always leave them alone • If you encounter an alligator outside its natural habitat, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 1-866FWC-GATOR (392-4286). • Alligators are nocturnal animals, more active during the night. After dark, avoid fresh and brackish bodies of water, though alligators sometimes lurk in salt water. Unprovoked bites will often occur at the edge of the water. • Never feed alligators; it encourages them to lose their natural fear of people. • Small animals, like pets, and small children are generally more at risk than large adults. • Female alligators protect their nests by hissing and opening their mouths; this does not mean they are preparing to attack. • Alligators under 4 feet in length are not considered a threat to humans. Brochures about coexisting with alligators and crocodiles are available at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. The FWC has several rules that prohibit feeding wildlife, including bears, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, pelicans, sandhill cranes, bald eagles, and alligators. CITIZEN’S ASSISTED PATROL By David Muller The Citizens' Assisted Patrol (CAP) is a service of the Polk County Sheriff's Office and Lake Ashton is fortunate to have it in place. The benefit is for both Lake Ashton and the Sheriff's Office. The program is a patrol and report program and it is NOT a law enforcement or emergency medical assistance program. According to the Sheriff's Office, communities with a CAP program have less crime than communities without a program. CAP allows the Sheriff's Office to use its resources on more urgent activities such as investigations, serving warrants, traffic control, court appearances for pending criminal cases, in general, responding to "911" calls. Because of CAP, "manpower" is freed up for these activities and not allocated to patrol our community looking for crimes or urgent situations requiring police or other emergency services. The Sheriff's Office gets "free labor" using volunteers but it gives the training, identifiable garb (uniform) and patrol and communication equipment. Lake Ashton benefits by showing the residents there is a patrol and report program looking for "out of the norm" situations to report to the Sheriff's Office. It also shows "bad actors" or would be criminals that someone is out on our streets looking for them. Not knowing when a patrol will come makes bad actors think twice about committing crimes. CAP wants you! Please help out and email Mike Weissberg at lakeashtoncap@gmail.com and be a volunteer. Applications are also available at the Clubhouse and the HFC. You not only help out the community but enjoy saying hello to many of your neighbors (on the Sheriff's nickel)! SIGN UP FOR ALERT POLK Prepare yourself this hurricane season by signing up to receive emergency notifications from Alert Polk. Communication is key in any emergency and knowing what information to pay attention to can make a difference. Polk County uses the Alert Polk system to inform county residents about public safety threats and concerns. During situations which may affect the health, safety and welfare of Polk’s residents, official messages are sent to telephone numbers and email addresses within the affected geographic area. Emergency notifications include: • Tornadoes/severe weather • Mandatory evacuations • Boil water notifications • Gas leaks • Sexual predator relocation notices • Critical law enforcement notifications • Hurricanes & recovery information For more information, go to polk-county.net/EM, or call the Emergency Management division at (863) 298-7000.

MOVIES JULY 1 LAND 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 29min Thematic content, partial nudity, brief strong language. Edee (Robin Wright), in the aftermath of an unfathomable event, finds herself unable to stay connected to the world she once knew, and in the face of that uncertainty, retreats to the magnificent, but unforgiving, wilds of the Rockies. After a local hunter brings her back from the brink of death, she must find a way to live again. JULY 6 — 8 SENIOR MOMENT 2021 | NR | 1h 37min Victor Martin (William Shatner) is a retired NASA test pilot often seen speeding around Palm Springs in his vintage Porsche convertible with his best friend Sal (Christopher Lloyd) in tow. His life changes when his license is revoked for drag racing and his car impounded. Forced to take public transportation for the first time, he meets his polar opposite Caroline (Jean Smart) and learns to navigate love and life again as he goes up against the state's new DA to get back his license and car. JULY 13 — 15 THE ICE ROAD 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 48min Action, violence, some strong language. After a remote diamond mine collapses in far northern Canada, a 'big-rig' ice road driver (Liam Neeson) must lead an impossible rescue mission over a 22 22 frozen ocean to save the trapped miners. Contending with thawing waters and a massive storm, they discover the real threat is one they never saw coming. JULY 20 — 22 THE TOMORROW WAR 2021 | PG-13 | 1h 37min Thema t i c ma t e r i a l , s t rong language, intense sci-fi violence. The world is stunned when a group of time travelers arrive from the year 2051 to deliver an urgent message: Thirty years in the future mankind is losing a global war against a deadly alien species. The only hope for survival is for soldiers and civilians from the present to be transported to the future and join the fight. Among those recruited is high school teacher and family man Dan Forester (Chris Pratt). Determined to save the world for his young daughter, Dan teams up with a brilliant scientist (Yvonne Strahovski) and his estranged father (J.K. Simmons) in a desperate quest to rewrite the fate of the planet. JULY 27 — 29 DREAM HORSE 2021 | PG | 1h 53min Language and thematic elements. The film tells the inspiring true story of Dream Alliance, an unlikely race horse bred by small town bartender, Jan Vokes (Toni Collette). With very little money and no experience, Jan convinces her neighbors to chip in their meager earnings to help raise Dream and compete with the racing elites. Their investment pays off as Dream rises through the ranks and becomes a beacon of hope in their struggling community. MOVIE TIMES: 11 AM, 3 PM, 7 PM ALL TUESDAY SHOWINGS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED. CAPACITY: 55 CLASSIC & SPECIAL INTEREST MOVIES ARE SHOWN IN THE CLUBHOUSE CINEMA ON FRIDAYS AT 11 AM (CLOSED CAPTIONED) & 3 PM (PLEASE NOTE NEW SHOWTIMES) MAY 7 JULY 2 THE MUSIC MAN 1962 | G | 2h 31min It doesn't get any better than this slice of Midwestern Americana: Charming con man Harold Hill (Robert Preston) wants to steal River City citizens' money with a "boys' band" scam, but finds it hard to skip town when lovely librarian Marian Paroo (Shirley Jones) steals his heart. Composer Meredith Willson's valentine to his own hometown packs great songs and wonderful performances from, among others, Buddy Hackett and a young Ron Howard. JULY 9 NATIONAL TREASURE 2004 | PG | 2h 11min Historian and code-breaker Ben Gates (Nicolas Cage) has been searching his whole life for a rumored treasure dating back to the creation of the United States. Joining an expedition led by fellow treasure hunter Ian Howe (Sean Bean), Gates finds an ice-locked Colonial ship in the Arctic Circle that contains a clue linking the treasure to the Declaration of Independence. But when Howe betrays him, Gates has to race to get to the document ahead of his socalled colleague. JULY 16 THE PATRIOT 2000 | R | 2h 45min Widower Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson) wants nothing more than to live in peace and farm his land, but when a cruel British officer brings the American Revolution to Martin's door and threatens what he cherishes most, the former war hero is 23 forced to take action. Also stars Heath Ledger, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper, and Joely Richardson. JULY 23 PREFONTAINE 1997 | PG | 1h 47min Oregon distance runner Steve Prefontaine (Jed Leto) was young, determined, seemingly unbeatable and bound for Olympic glory. But what he became in that quest for greatness has made him one of the biggest and most tragic sports stars in America. With the style of a documentary and the passion of a sports enthusiast, Steve James (Hoop Dreams) has allowed the world to view the legacy of one of the world's most spectacular -- and loved -- runners. JULY 30 ARMAGEDDON 1998 | PG-13 | 2h 33min When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman (Billy Bob Thornton) determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate a nuclear bomb. This leads him to renowned driller Harry Stamper (Bruce Willis), who agrees to helm the dangerous space mission provided he can bring along his own hotshot crew. Among them is the cocksure A.J. (Ben Affleck), who Harry thinks isn't good enough for his daughter (Liv Tyler), until the mission proves otherwise.

EVENTS RELAY FOR LIFE By David Harrison The American Cancer Society will hold a rescheduled Relay For Life event July 16 at Venue 650 in Winter Haven. The LA Purple Stars are selling luminaries for a suggested minimum donation of $5, which includes a tea lite. The Purple Stars are asking all Lake Ashton residents to buy several bags, in order to place your bags on your driveway at 8 pm on July 7 to"Light up Lake Ashton” and honor those fighting cancer or remember those who lost their fight. The Purple Stars are also selling raffle tickets at Monday Coffee — $1 each or 6 for $5 for a beautiful basket, filled with hundreds of dollars of gift cards & merchandise, and two beautiful wreaths. Pay by cash or check made out to LA Purple Stars. Any questions call David Harrison at 863.326.6418. KARAOKE AT THE HFC Ready to let loose and sing some of your favorite songs? Well, your wait is almost over! The HFC is having a karaoke party July 23 in the Community Center at 7 pm. Tables (seating eight) are still available and can be reserved for $10 ahead of time. The entry fee is only $5 per person on the night of the event. Feel free to BYOB and snacks while you socialize with your fellow neighbors and have some long-overdue fun! 6’s Trivia JUL Y’S EVENTS NEW MENU & SPECIALS BEGINNING JULY  Weekly Entertainment Includes: July 11th July 25th - Carlos and Company - Quittin Time July 28th - Karaoke Join us Every Sunday for Brunch from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pool Side Service DAILY DELIVERY SERVICES FROM 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. DELIVERY SPONSORED IN PART BY ART’S GOLF CARS www.ashtontapandgrill.com Break out the tie-dye and bell-bottoms, we are having a ‘60s Trivia night! The best-dressed team and the team with the most points will win a prize and will be featured in the August LA Times. Bring your ‘60s knowledge with you, questions will range from culture to politics and everything in between. Oh! And be prepared to name that tune! Our farout trivia night will be held on Tuesday, July 27 at 6 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Teams can range from 2 to 6 people, be sure to come up with a groovy name! Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or the online sign-up form. BOOK SIGNING Sonny Robinson, a Lake Ashton resident since 2002, will present his book Morning on Solomons in the Cinema on July 26 at 10:15 am. The book is composed of short stories relating to his recollections of true events from his early years growing up in Solomon's Island, Maryland. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and Sonny will be available to answer questions and sign your copy. Please sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form as limited seating is available. 4TH OF JULY weekend Celebration Friday, July 2: Show your patriotism with a wearable craft made by you! Join Valerie Fetcho of The Art of Beading in the Ballroom at 1 pm to learn how to make a beaded American Flag pin to wear. You will be able to make a red, white, and blue bracelet as well. Please sign up for this free event at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. Saturday, July 3: Enjoy fresh sliced watermelon and fruit-infused water while poolside along with fun summer games at the Clubhouse outdoor pool at 1 pm. Dancing to the summer tunes will be strongly encouraged as well! Please sign up for this free event at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. Sunday, July 4: It’s hot, so we are bringing the cookout in! Celebrate America with classic cookout foods prepared by Ashton Tap & Grill and rock out with Southbound Band. You get a burger, a hot dog, baked beans, corn on the cob, pasta salad, an ice cream sundae bar, iced tea, lemonade, and amazing live music all for $20! The fun will be from 1 pm to 4 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets are on sale at the Clubhouse Activities Desk and residents can now buy tickets for their guests. 4th of July Par 3 Scramble Pick Your Foursome — Shotgun start at 9 am on July 4. Cost: $22.50/person, includes lunch and prize purse. The most patriotic team will win lunch from the Pro Shop! Sign-up sheet is posted in the Pro Shop. Lunch Menu: Hot dogs, hamburgers, potato salad, coleslaw, macaroni salad, baked beans, and soft serve ice cream. 25 4th of July LA Rockers Fund Raiser By Peggy Vogt The LA Rockers have been busy painting the coolest rocks for the Lake Ashton Community to enjoy at the July 4th Annual Rock Show and Fundraiser, being held from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There are so many talented artists in this group, you will be amazed at the fun variety of painted rocks that will be on display! Everything from birds and butterflies, Florida nature, L.A. souvenir rocks, sports teams, children's rocks, "turtle garden art" and more. There will also be a "silent auction" for some of the most AMAZING rocks you won't want to miss! Please come out and help support your LA Rockers. Proceeds go towards paint supplies needed in order to continue the work throughout the community by painting and hiding "kindness" rocks, ”Welcome Rocks" for new residents, painting rocks for special events, fundraisers and for area nursing home residents. Lake Ashton Annual Fourth of July Parade 2021 By Jim Mecsics, LAVA Commander The Lake Ashton Veterans Association is presenting the Annual Fourth of July Parade. As in the past, classic cars and other conveyances (bicycles, etc.) are welcome as well as golf carts. Come join your Lake Ashton neighbors and decorate your carts, cars or whatever, and “parade” through the community on the morning of America’s Birthday. Sign-up sheets are at the HFC and Clubhouse Activities Desks. Line up for the parade will start at 9:30 am on July 4 at the HFC Parking Lot with the parade starting at 10. If you prefer not to decorate your cart, just come and join to celebrate the Fourth throughout Lake Ashton. There will be prizes for the best decorated carts or other vehicles. So, come on out Lake Ashton and celebrate Independence Day with a good oldfashioned parade … sort of. See you there!

Moon Landing Party Don’t miss this party taking place on the 52nd anniversary of the lunar landing, July 20 at 6 pm. Take “…one giant leap…” down to the Clubhouse Activities Desk to get your tickets for $20. See back cover for more details. Cheeseburgers in Paradise All Parrotheads are welcomed to join in for a little “Heaven on Earth with an onion slice” at the Cheeseburgers in Paradise party on August 13. Doors open at 5 pm, and the burger opens at 5:30. Enjoy an immersive Jimmy Buffett experience with themed decor, a burger bar, French fries, beer bucket CHEF’SSpecial The chefs at Ashton Tap & Grill are offering another cooking class on August 11 at 5 pm. Learn how to make Southwestern maple glazed salmon with pineapple salsa, asparagus, and corn muffin, and eat it too, all for $15! The class is reserved for the first 20 residents, so hurry down to the Clubhouse Activities Desk to sign up! specials, and a live DJ playing Jimmy Buffett (and other beach tunes) for $18 per person. Come Monday, July 12 to get your tickets at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Remember, “It’s Five o'clock Somewhere!” Camp Lake Ashton jamboree This year’s Jamboree is going to be very different from last year. YOU will be the main attraction! The Jamboree, taking place on the last day of Camp Lake Ashton — Friday, August 27 at 4 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom — will be a talent show this year showcasing the very talented residents of Lake Ashton. Residents can perform stand-up comedy, sing, dance, whatever talent you would like to show, just show us what you’ve got! We have 20 slots for acts allotting five minutes per act, so be sure to sign up your talent act at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. There will also be a DIY trail mix bar, snacks, and a cash bar at the Jamboree. This is a free event, so come out and support your friends and neighbors as they take the stage! See page 27 for details on the week of fun planned at Camp Lake Ashton! UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE: SEPTEMBER 10: ROCK THE BLOCK NEIGHBORHOOD PARTY SEPTEMBER 29: OKTOBERFEST OCTOBER 30: FALL FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 20: LA CRUISE-IN DECEMBER 31: NEW YEAR’S EVE UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE HFC: AUGUST 27: HAWAIIAN FETE SEPTEMBER 24: KARAOKE PARTY OCTOBER 1: OKTOBERFEST CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT OCTOBER 29: HALLOWEEN PARTY COOKING CLASS CAMP Camp Lake Ashton returns for its second year! Have all the fun of summer camp without leaving LA! Check out the schedule of activities below and sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. This week is completely free thanks to sponsors Matt Simpson of Edward Jones, Senior Insurance of Florida, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida, The Oasis Spa, Nick Toadvine of Guardian Wealth Management, and Gessler Clinic. LAKE ASHTON Schedule of Events  Monday, August 23 9 am Camp Kickoff and Camp Breakfast at Monday Coffee (First 40 people to sign up are free!) 9 am Tennis lesson with the LA Tennis group. 6:30 pm Campfire Marshmallow Roast on the Clubhouse Patio  Tuesday, August 24 8 am Find out how to play bocce ball with the LA Bocce Group 9:30 am Learn how to plant a beautiful garden with the LA Garden Club 11:30 am Make beaded sun-catchers with The Art of Beading group  Wednesday, August 25 • Kayaking with the Lake Ashton Kayak Group - You can bring your own kayak or canoe. Only 7 people per group if you aren't bringing your own. There will be a wait list. Bring a drink, snack or lunch. First Group: 8 am - 9:30 am 23 Second Group: 10:30 am - 12 pm 12:30 pm See live reptiles and learn about them at the Reptile Discovery Class in the Ballroom! 4 pm Enjoy camp camaraderie and dance to some great tunes at the camp pool party  Thursday, August 26 9:30 am Make your own tie-dyed t-shirt 1 pm Learn how to cook camp grill packs on the Pavilion grills with the chefs from Ashton Tap & Grill (limit 40 attendees)  Friday, August 27 10:30 am Outdoor water games 4 pm Camp Lake Ashton Jamboree, featuring a talent show and camp awards.  There will also be a weeklong scavenger hunt — pick up your scorecards at the Clubhouse Activities Desk August 23 and return by 1 pm on August 26. ARE YOU READY FOR SOME SUMMER FUN? Summer Camp returns to LA! Check out the schedule of events and sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk.

GOLF UPD A TES FROM THE PRO SHOP By Ron LaVoie, General Manager The Membership for fiscal year 2020/2021 is 387 memberships which translate into 605 golfers. This is 114 more than prior year. There are 305 yearly members with 156 being couples and 149 are singles. There were 82 seasonal memberships, which is 18% to prior year. The Associate membership brought in 104 memberships with 39 being couples and 65 singles. New Home Membership now stands at 56 with hopes of converting 25% into full members. Overall dues were up 1.4% over prior year, but when you factor in the Associate Green Fees the club is up 8.1%. The orange tees on the West course have been changed so that it is now 3000 yards and will be rated this fall. Everyone can use them for a variety of reasons including older seniors on cart path only days, inviting neighbors out for a less intimidating round of golf, young kids when they visit during the season, or any member who would like to work on their short game. A par 3 course on the East will be set up for the Fourth of July tournament that will become permanent for the rest of the summer. Golf course maintenance has received new equipment! Two new greens mowers with two more on the way, a new rough unit and four new utility carts which were greatly needed. Golfers will be noticing a much better cut when they play. As we head into rainy season, please be aware, and avoid, all wet areas on the course. Fairways like 15 East and 11 West will be wet all summer no matter how much rain we receive and areas like front of 1 West and right of 17 East do the same. The membership has done a good job of riding two to a cart, especially our leagues and groups. The golf shop staff thanks all of you who have helped make this happen. Great fairways cannot be maintained with four carts in a group, so please partner-up when playing. Regarding Pro Shop emails, if you have checked all your folders and contacted the Pro Shop to ensure the correct email is on file, then the final move is to call Mary at the HFC. The Golf Committee members are Rolly Geyer, Mary Lopez, Vickie Andrew, and Bill Bothwell. If you would like anything discussed at one of the meetings, please reach out to one of them, or let Matt or the GM know what your concerns might be. Non-golfers who would like to receive notifications on course conditions and closures should add your name to the email list by contacting the Pro Shop at 863-326-1032. 28 LET US INSULATE YOUR GARAGE DOORS 29

LAMGA By Paul Fichtman The June highlight event was the 2-day LAMGA Open held June 9 and 10. This was a Ryder Cup style event that pitted half the field playing as the Red Team against the other half as the Blue Team. The Blue Team won the event by a score of 34½ to 31½ points. The event included breakfast on Day 1 and lunch on Day 2 in the Eagle’s Nest. Thanks to both the Pro Shop and Eagle’s Nest staffs for hosting and running a very successful event. Continuing to recognize the generous sponsors who support the annual Member-Guest tournament, this month the following Restaurants and Lawn and Landscaping Companies are featured along with another special thanks to Snowbird Heating & Cooling: Ashton Tap & Grill, Lake Wales Family Restaurant, Ovations, Schack’s Bar-B-Q, Sizzling Grill, Enriquez’s Lawn Service, Parker & Co. Lawn and Landscaping, and New Look Lawn Service. Please support them with your patronage. You can find a list of all our sponsors posted on the LAMGA web site, lakeashtonliving.com and Talk of Lake Ashton. The Red Hoagland Hyundai Challenge Leader Board through the end of May includes Les Jacobsen - $120.10; Pat O’Neil - $108.25; Jim Ford - $105.75; Jack Farmer - $105.47; Mike Kriegelski - $103.25; J Ramalho - $96.22; Duff Hill - $92.10; Tom Murphy - $91.85; Gary Pagel - $86.50; and Donn Yasz - $86.35. Thanks again to Red Hoagland Hyundai for their continued sponsorship of this very popular year-long contest. The July schedule includes: July 7th – Best Net of 1 on Par 5s, 2 on Par 4s, 3 on Par 3s; July 14th – Pick Your Partner, Two Man Best Ball; July 21st – Individual Quota Points (field will be flighted); July 28th – Best Net of A&D Players, Best Net of B&C Players. Make sure you mark August 25th and 26th on your calendars for the very popular 2-day Team Ringer Tournament. This fun event is Pick Your Partner with Breakfast included on Day 1 and Lunch on Day 2. LA NINERS By Diane Struble With the rainy season here, the Niners have made it their goal to help preserve the beautiful courses by setting the example and encouraging others to do the following as well. • Checking morning email blasts for course conditions • Riding with 2 golfers per cart • Filling divots — be sure to keep your sand buckets full • Avoiding wet areas • Not driving golf carts on residents' lawns • Replacing ball marks, even if they are not yours • Only following the cart paths and 90-degree directives • Reporting any course damage you may see Courses have vastly improved,so everyone should do their part by being considerate, mindful, and keeping them in great shape. Please contact vice president Karen Ferrande at 207-451-0143 or kferrande@gmail.com if you have any questions or would like to join in on the fun with the LA Niners. 30 LALGA By Lydia Fichtman The LALGA is looking for new members. If you are concerned about playing with the league, don’t be. This group is incredibly welcoming and is all about having fun. No one is on the LPGA Tour so there is no need to worry about being a scratch golfer. If you would like to try playing with the 18-hole league there is no obligation to join. Meet the incredible women involved with the league and play two rounds for free. Come out and enjoy the camaraderie and sportsmanship! Keep an eye out for a special blueprint from Kim Kutsch on how to speed up play and what is proper etiquette on the course. It should be coming out this month. Remember to hydrate out there! The summer in Florida is brutally hot! Have fun and see you on the links! Spotlight on Dianne Holman: Dianne grew up all over as her father was a career U.S. Army soldier. She spent most of her youth in Augusta, Georgia and, as her parents had annual passes to the Masters, she went yearly. She has six decades of Masters badges showcased on her lanai. She followed the golfers and “took for granted” her ability to walk the course. Dianne graduated from Butler High School and earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Georgia Southern University in Health and Physical Education. She taught P.E. & Health and coached for 14 years in junior high school. She added school guidance counselor to her Masters from the University of Georgia & West Georgia University for her remaining 21 years in elementary and high schools. After retirement, Dianne became a Realtor for five years. Dianne has two daughters and eight grandchildren. Twenty-four years ago Dianne met Lee while coaching him on tennis. They obviously “hit it off” and were married. They are affectionately known as Lolli and Pop to the grandkids. Dianne and Lee originally were “birds” and moved onto Dunmore in 2017. In 2018, they decided to build on Pebble Beach and retire full-time to Lake Ashton. Unfortunately, Lee became ill and they stayed in Georgia until 2020 when they returned to their Lake Ashton home and sold their lake house in Georgia. Dianne is very athletic and plays pickleball, tennis and golf. She only started playing golf 15 years ago after retiring from education. She also loves water skiing. Dianne and Lee love to travel and cruise and have two cruises already booked for the future. They are members of the Corvette Club and are also professional barbecue judges for four different barbecue associations. According to Lee, Dianne is the “Best Caregiver and his Guardian Angel.” Welcome Dianne to Lake Ashton and the LALGA! SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION OPEN Now If you would like to be listed here, contact valerie@lakeashtoncdd.com. ALL STAR GRILL 2019 SR 60 E., Lake Wales, FL 33898 (833) 679-9689, allstargrillfl.com Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am - 12 pm Happy Hour 2 - 7 pm Two time champions for best wings! Dine in or take out. Full bar with TVs, NFL Ticket, pool tables, darts, games. 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CLUBS TUESDAY BRIDGE By George Rogers Last month winners in order are: May 18: George Rogers, Dee Mayne, Dick Dole, Lois Dole May 25: Judy Marine, Dick Dole, Dee Mayne, Howard Mayne June 1: Lois Dole, Ralph Ritter, Dee Mayne, Dick Dole June 8: Lois Dole, Ralph Ritter, Howard Mayne. New bridge players are warmly welcomed. Please contact George Rogers at 419-708-3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com to get added to the group. DUPLIC ATE BRIDGE By Don Fuller Duplicate Bridge players compete on Mondays from 12:30 to approximately 3:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Players of all abilities and experience are welcome. A partner is required. Recent Results: May 24: 1st – Marion Nelson & Dana Cunningham, 2nd – Sonny Robinson and Pat Foster, 3rd – Nelda Sedlacek & Lois Dole June 7: 1st – Jim Ford & Don Fuller, 2nd - Ralph Ritter & George Rogers, 3rd – Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson June 14th: 1st - Pat Foster & Sonny Robinson, 2nd - Ralph Ritter & George Rogers, 3rd - Jim Ford & Don Fuller RACQUETBALL CLUB By George Rogers If you are interested in playing racketball on the HFC court, please contact George Rogers at 419.708.3320 or georgerogers4321@gmail.com, to set up an organizational meeting to set convenient days and times to play. SINGLES GROUP By Maureen Ziegler The LA Singles group plans activities for Lake Ashton residents who are single. The group usually meets monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom but this month will meet July 11 at 2 pm in the Clubhouse Card Room because the first Sunday is July 4. In May, the singles went to the rodeo at River Ranch. In June, the group made plans to cruise the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. If you would like to join in activities with other single individuals, attend the meeting on July 11. LA BELLES By Noreen Guy Greetings LA Belles! The first luncheon last month was a festive and happy occasion celebrating the ladies of Lake Ashton and welcoming new LA Belles! Everyone is finally back catching up with friends, sharing birthdays, anniversaries and with a few surprises from time-to-time. This month’s luncheon will be at the Sizzling Grill on July 28 at 1 pm. The sign-up sheet will be at the Clubhouse Activities Desk, along with the menu and cost (gratuities and tax included). After your selection make your check out to the LA Belles. Once again the Board looks forward to seeing everyone and to the new ladies of Lake Ashton … c’mon down and join! (863) 551-3411 *Premium Yearly Maintenance Specials *Expert Service by Certified Technicians * Top quality installations * 10 Year & Warranty on new units parts labor * Special January & February pricing (typically our slower months) Winner Free Estimates & Free 2nd Opinions Goodman • Bryant • Franklin • Grandaire • Trane • Carrier • Lennox- etc We service all makes and models 33

LA ROCS & PEBBLES POTLUCK By Amity Kokochak The next LA ROCS (Riviera, Oakmont, Colonial and Sawgrass) and “Pebbles” (6016-6048 Pebble Beach Blvd.) Social will be held on July 8 at 6 pm in the HFC Community Center. This is a potluck dinner so please bring an entrée, salad, side dish or dessert, large enough to serve eight people. Bring your own beverages, plates and utensils. Please RSVP by July 5 on the sign-up sheet located in the HFC Hallway, or by emailing Amity Kokochak at amitykokochak@gmail.com or texting 813-7195579. Please indicate what you are planning to bring! Thirty people attended on June 10. It was a nice opportunity for new residents to introduce themselves and tell everyone where they are from. Those who are currently building but have not actually moved into their new home are welcome to join as well. Looking forward to the next social and greeting more neighbors and new friends! The usual day is the second Thursday of the month, but if there is a change it will be in the LA Times and Talk of Lake Ashton. L AVA A U X I L I A R Y By Chris Graves SAVE THE DATE: THE CRAFT FAIR IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 The Craft Fair is a fundraiser which will benefit Veterans. All proceeds from the Craft Fair are earmarked for Habitat for Humanity’s “Tiny Homes for Veterans Project.” More than 40 vendors have already signed up and there will be lots of lotto money! There will be one raffle tree with three chances to win! Each winner will win $100 worth of scratch off lottery tickets! Please come support the veterans and take the opportunity to purchase unique, hand-crafted items including metal art work, crocheted items, not to mention you could be one of the lucky winners of a Lotto Tree and/or other raffle items. There will be no meetings in July and August. The next meeting will be September 15 at 6:30 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom near the front stage. Enjoy the Summer! LA SWIM CLUB By Sandy White This is an Olympic year and LA Swim Club members are excited to watch the upcoming Tokyo Games in July. Members are also excited about our state Senior Games swim meet in September in Gainesville, FL. Senior Games swimming offers 14 different events and 10 age groups starting at age 50. The events range from 50 yards (two lengths of a 25-yard pool like the HFC), to 500 yards (20 lengths). The shorter races are for those who like to swim fast, while the longer races are for those who like endurance-type activities. All residents are invited to join the LA Swim Club in order to receive e-mails about the benefits of swimming and other swim-related information. All are welcome to participate in one or more of the club's three practices each week (Mondays at 6 pm, Wednesdays at 1:45 pm, and Saturdays at 10 am), even if you are not interested in competing. FYI - practices are fun and relays are incorporated, along with an occasional "Wacky Wednesday” when swimmers wear wacky clothes to the pool and do wacky things in the water. (Shh, don't tell, but all seem to work harder on Wacky Wednesdays!) LASC thanks the HFC staff for the new hooks and shelf, as well as the new aquatic decorations.

LA DEMOCRATIC CLUB By Shelley Miller TAKE CHARGE OF LIFE’S TRANSITIONS !"#$#% '($))*)+ ,*((" - ./0"#" '/12$#% !(3%/ 4$5 6%3*7$*3 '($))*)+ 80"*)%"" 91)"0(#*)+ 4$:% ;"<#1) =%"*3%)# >*"*# 10/ ,%2"*#% ?1/ @A71B*)+ >*/#0$( - 4*C% D%B*)$/"E F%5" - !307$#*1)$( =%"10/7%"G Denise R. Tessier, Esq. 863.220.7927 Office | 863.225.2244 Direct DeniseTessier@TessierLawFirm.com !!!"#$%%&$'()!*&'+",-+ 290 Cypress Gardens Blvd. | Winter Haven, FL 33880 The Lake Ashton Democratic Club is holding their next meeting July 1 at 4 pm at the HFC. This will be a potluck social gathering of the Democratic Club to celebrate Independence Day. Please bring a dish to pass and your beverage. Plates and utensils will be provided. For more information, email lakeashtondemocraticclub@gmail.com. LA REPUBLICAN CLUB By Brenda Bush-Sayre The Lake Ashton Republican Club will meet at the Clubhouse on July 28. Social time will begin at 3:30 pm and the meeting will start at 4 pm. This month’s speaker is Ms. Melony Bell, Florida House of Representatives, District 56. All club members and Lake Ashton residents are invited to attend. For information, contact Ms. Brenda Bush-Sayre, 813-313-9911, bbs1954@icloud.com. PICKLEBALL NEWS By Calvin Eakins On Memorial Day the Pickleball club along with the Tennis club celebrated on the courts with refreshments, a lot of good fellowship and play. It was a great turn out. There will be beginners pickleball training on July 23 at 8:30 am. Please come out and learn how to play the game. MIND&BODY BOB ROSS OIL PA I N T I N G Instructor: Kay Lenherr July 10 at 1 pm Clubhouse Craft Room Topic: Dolphin Serenade Cost $35 — payable at class CERAMIC CHICKS Mary Bosman, Duncan Certified Instructor Wednesdays, 8 am to 1 pm, HFC Craft Room Bring your ceramics or purchase in the room. A kiln is available to fire your ceramics. YO G A S H A R E Wednesdays at 8:45 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom, Sign up in advance at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. Questions? Call Sally Winfrey at 863.875.8134 or 316.516.2815. INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE Tuesdays from 3 to 5 pm and Thursdays ,10 am to noon. If interested, contact Liz Leigh (813.288.0809, leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com). LA GENEALOGY CLUB The next meeting will take place July 14 at 2 pm in the HFC Craft Room. Come join and continue to search for your ancestors. All levels of expertise are welcome. Call Jane at 815-545-6655 with questions. ASTRONOMY NIGHT Come to the Cinema on July 30 at 7 pm to learn about "Near Earth Asteroids” — what they are, where they are, how big (or small) they are, and how they are tracked. Are they any threat, and are any coming this way soon? As always, it will be educational, informational and entertaining. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. AMATEUR RADIO EXAMS The Lake Ashton Amateur Radio Association will host examinations for all levels of amateur radio licenses July 9 at 10 am in the HFC Poker Room. Tests offered: Technician Class, General Class, and Amateur Extra (note: this is a progressive set of tests). This test session is under the direction of the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) and there is a $15 test fee. All applicants must register to take the test at least one week before the session. Register by emailing Dave Bishop at DBishop1867@gmail.com. Please provide the following information: Name, address, which exam(s) you wish to take, and your FRN number from the FCC. If you do not have an FRN Number go the FCC web site and register: https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do LAKE ASHTON TRIVIA ANSWER There are 42 streets in Lake Ashton. CREATE A C ARD Please join the group July 20 to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Classes will be held in the HFC Sports Court at 9:30 am and 1 pm. Subsequent classes will be on the third Tuesday each month. The cost of each class is $10. Sign up sheets are located in the HFC. Sign up soon as reservations go quickly. Join this group for some creative fun! Call Karen at 863-875-8414 with questions or further detail.

PET FIRS T AID CLASS Pets are an essential part of life here at Lake Ashton. Do you know what to do in case of a medical emergency involving your pet? A local veterinarian will teach a class on pet first aid July 21 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Dr. Nelson will show basic but potentially life-saving maneuvers and will also answer questions. Sign up for this free class at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. HOW PHYSIC AL THERAP Y BENEFITS DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, AND PARKINSON'S Learn about how physical therapy benefits dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson’s patients at a seminar at the HFC on July 15 at 1 pm. S ECONDAR Y C ATA R A C T — T HE B L UR S TRIKES B A C K A seminar about secondary cataracts by a licensed ophthalmologist will be presented in the HFC Community Center on July 28 at 1 pm. This would be a great source of information for those that are interested in their ocular health and wanted to learn more about the subject. S HOULDER PAIN WO R K S H O P Join a licensed physical therapist in the Clubhouse Ballroom on July 30 at 1 pm for a workshop on how to prevent and manage shoulder pain. There will also be a light lunch provided for free in conjunction with the workshop. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form. T HE SC IENCE B EH I ND CBD You’ve learned about the health benefits of CBD products, now delve into the science behind CBD on August 18 at 1 pm in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign up at the Clubhouse Activities Desk or on the online form.

party LIKE IT’s CASH BAR July 20 6 PM Paisley Craze $20 Take “one giant leap” down to the Clubhouse Activities Desk For tickets (Check Payable to LACDD, Visa, or MasterCard) CLUBHOUSE 1969! Commemorate The Moon Landing & BALLROOM hors d’oeuvres Live Music by

L.A. TIMES Lake Ashton Community Newsletter June 2021 Simply the Best! SAFE SUMMER TRAVELS ARE ON THE HORIZON! 4141 Ashton Club Drive Lake Wales, FL 33859 Lake Ashton is a 55 and Older Deed Restricted Community 863.324.6032 863.324.5457 www.lakeashtoncdd.com