SOLIVITA CLUB
Club Property Manager - Jamar Edge: 863-496-3522 or Jamar.Edge@CastleGroup.com
REFLECTIONS
VILLAGE CENTER
Club Administration: 863-427-7100
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
C3 Wellness Spa: 407-914-9168
Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm
Friday 8am-7pm
K&M Drugs: 863-496-7930
Monday-Friday 9am-6pm
Saturday 9am-1pm and Sunday Closed
Marketplace Bistro: 863-427-7157
Daily 8am-7pm, Breakfast 8am-11am
Mosaics Restaurant
Call 863-427-7150, option 2 for hours
Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130
Monday-Thursday 6:30am-9pm
Friday 6:30am-7pm, Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm
Solivita Club Facilities After Hours Emergency: 863-286-8779 (Calls Only/No Texts)
Weekdays 5pm-8pm and Weekends 12pm-5pm
Starlite Ballroom Daily 8am-11pm
Stonegate Pro Shop: 863-427-7150, option 1 Daily 7am-5pm
The Grille at Stonegate: 863-427-7167
Breakfast: Friday-Sunday 8am-11am
Lunch: Monday-Sunday 11am-4pm Dinner: Monday-Thursday 4pm-8pm Friday-Sunday 4pm-8pm
The Palms: 863-496-1530
Amenity Center: Monday-Sunday 8am-9pm Kids Pool Hours
Monday-Friday 12pm-4pm
Saturday & Sunday 9am-9pm Fitness Center
Monday-Thursday 6:30am -9pm Friday 6:30am-7pm
Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm
Waterfront Galleries Daily 8am-11pm
Wells Fargo Advisors: 321-340-6496
Ellen Burzynski - By Appointment Only ellen.burzynski@wellsfargo.com
Activities: 863-427-7125 or SolivitaActivities@CastleGroup.com
Club Facility Security: 407-881-1818
Communications Coordinator - Wilman De Jesus: 863-427-7137 or SolivitaCommunications@CastleGroup.com
Club Channel 902: CommunityChannel@SolivitaClub.com
Concierge: 863-427-7100 or Fax: 407-624-3379
Reflections Delivery or Assembly Questions: 863-427-7137 or SolivitaCommunications@CastleGroup.com
Reflections Staff : Reflections@SolivitaClub.com or 863-440-0377
Riviera Spa & Fitness Center: 863-427-7130
The Palms Amenity Center : 863-496-1530 or Fax: 689-224-7199
SOLIVITA HOA
To contact Solivita HOA, please email Solivita@CiraMail.com.
Community Manager - Lorrie Gutzmer: 863-701-2969
Assistant Community Manager - Sam Ramirez: 863-427-7124
Membership: 863-427-7143
Compliance Department:
• Community Standard Administrator: 863-427-7032
• Compliance Inspectors for Non-Compliance & Violations: 863-427-7151
• Compliance ARC Coordinator: 863-427-7022
Landscape - Juniper: junipersync.com, 407-584-2030 or Solivita@JuniperLandscaping.com
Irrigation Emergency: 407-813-1971
Security Account Manager - Denise Tascoe: dtascoe@smssi.com
All Gates Access Voicemail for Visitors: 863-313-1314
Security Officers & Gatehouses
• Main Gate: 863-427-4238
• Bella Viana Gate: 863-427-1268
• Parkway Gate: 863-286-0329
• South Gate (Marigold): 863-496-1473
• Venezia Gate: 863-427-2338
• West Gate (San Clemente): 863-496-1453
• Rover - St. Moritz Security Services: 412-612-3768
OTHER CONTACTS
Taylor Morrison Customer Care: 321-397-7247 or OrlandoCustomerCare@TaylorMorrison.com
Warranty Request: taylormorrison.com/warranty/request
Stonegate Golf Club Directory: 863-427-7150
Catering & Banquets (Stonegate Golf Club): 863-427-7150, option 5
Resident to Resident (R2R) Resource Center : 863-236-9973 or SolivitaR2R@gmail.com
HOA CONTACT INFORMATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
» President - Lita Epstein: SolivitaHOAPresident@SolivitaHOA.com
» Vice President - Carl P. Warren: SolivitaVicePresident@SolivitaHOA.com
» Secretary - Jim Edge: SolivitaSecretary@SolivitaHOA.com
» Treasurer - Glenn Larson: SolivitaTreasurer@SolivitaHOA.com
» Director - Faye Davis: SolivitaDirector@SolivitaHOA.com
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
» Architectural Review Committee: Solivita@CiraMail.com
» Communications/IT - Bob Monica: CommunicationsChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Conservation & Wildlife - Bob Monica: WildlifeChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Elections - Diane Jorio: ElectionsChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Finance - George Muller: FinanceChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Infrastructure - Jon Cameron: InfrastructureChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Maintenance - Len Kirschbrown: MaintenanceChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Landscape - Megan Moses: LandscapeChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Neighborhood Captains - Janet Nolan: CaptainProgam.Solivita@gmail.com
» Security - Katherine Souza: SecurityChair@SolivitaHOA.com
» Violations - Grace Chirco: Solivita@CiraMail.com
ON THE COVER
April is a month of national recognition for libraries, including Right to Read Day and National Library Week, among many others. At Solivita, our cozy community library sits in the heart of the Village Center and is available for all residents to enjoy. The library operates on the honor system and is thoughtfully organized and maintained by dedicated resident volunteers—many of whom are retired librarians.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Newsletter Submission Information Page 3
Club Department Articles Pages 4-7
HOA Department Articles ............................................ Pages 8-9
Resident Club Sponsored Events Pages 10-11
A Touch of Class Pages 12-16
Club & Support Group Meeting Lists ................... Pages 17-21
Resident Club News Pages 22-47
Neighborhood Captains News Page 48
Resident News ...................................................................... Page 49
Advertisements Pages 49-84
Activities Events (back of calendar) Insert Pages E1-E3
Monthly Calendar & Fitness (back of Events) ................. Insert
Weekly Fitness Schedule Calendar Insert
NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS
Email submissions to Reflections@SolivitaClub.com
MAY SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Wednesday, April 1st . Club flyer inserts are due Wednesday, April 8th and must be approved by Wilman De Jesus before they are sent to the printer. Inquire about availability and new policies for club flyer inserts.
JUNE SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Friday, May 1st
PHOTO RELEASE AGREEMENT
RealManage (RM) and Castle Group (CG) reserve the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by RM or CG and the respective community the event is happening in, without expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. RM or CG may use the photograph/ video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by RM or CG including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian.
About the Solivita Library
BY JANA MALIK DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
Did you know Solivita has its own cozy library in the heart of the Village Center, across the street from Mosaics? Originally located in the Gator Room, the Library is currently located in what was formerly the Computer Room. The Computer Room held eight computers and a printer for resident use at no charge.
As more people were buying their own home computers and smart cell phones were becoming almost equal to a computer, the facilities were re-evaluated for current needs. Combining the Library with the Computer Room allowed us to turn the old Library into the current Gator Room, thus adding a muchneeded multi-purpose venue.
Since its inception, the Library has and continues to operate on an honor book borrowing system. The organization, upkeep and care are in the careful hands of a dedicated team of volunteers, many of whom are retired librarians.
They schedule volunteers on a weekly basis whose duties shelving returned books, labeling donated books, removing books 10 years or older, and reporting any issues to the management team.
What’s new and in the library aside from the books? We are thrilled to have recently partnered with Polk County Library Outreach Services who has donated books to our library and will also lend some of their books one to two times per month.
Make sure to return Solivita and Polk County books back into their respective bins. Our Library has three computers (assistance not provided), a printer, a puzzle table, magazines and a seating area.
Celebrate the multitude of National Library Reading Days in our very own Solivita Library and thank the library volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities
Sign-up to volunteer for June 2026 Activities Events (including the Juneteenth Parade & Street Party) will be available starting on Friday, April 3rd at 9am in the Activities Office hallway.
Village Drive Road Closings
Saturday, April 4th: Spring Parade & CarnivalEvent 9am-12:30pm
VILLAGE DRIVE FROM THE BALLROOM TO THE PRO SHOP ROUNDABOUT IS CLOSED FROM 8:30AM-9:30AM FOR THE PARADE.
The parade starts at 9am from the Club Admin Courtyard. See pages E1 & E2 for event information.
Saturday, April 18th: Community Yard Sale – NEW EVENT SALE TIME 9am-12pm
Freedom Park Recreation events are CANCELLED until 1pm. Village Drive experiences traffic from 6am-12:30pm.
Check out the Solivita Library and Keep The Party Going!!!
Trivia
SELECT MONDAYS 4PM & 7PM MOSAICS
$5 ONLINE RESERVED TABLE BEVERAGE TICKET NOT INCLUDED.
Community Yard Sale
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH 9AM-12PM (NEW EVENT TIME) FREEDOM PARK
$5 VENDOR SPACES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Karaoke
SELECT TUESDAYS 5PM - 9PM
CERAMICS GALLERY
$5 ONLINE RESERVED TABLE BEVERAGE TICKET NOT INCLUDED.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15TH 6:30PM-8:30PM BY THE GRILLE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR FOOD CONCESSION & CASH BAR
FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH 7:30PM IN BALLROOM EOSS GENERAL$30$25
Spring Parade & Carnival
SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH
9AM – PARADE DOWN VILLAGE CENTER 10AM – EGG HUNTS IN FREEDOM PARK 9:30AM-12:30PM GAMES, RIDES, PRIZES, FOOD, MUSIC, CASH ONLY
THURSDAY, APRIL 23RD MARKET AREA IN FREEDOM PARK 4PM - 7PM
DJ » CASH BAR SEATING
Spring into Strength: Why Muscle is the Key to Aging Well
BY JOJO DE LOS SANTOS FITNESS DIRECTOR
As we move into spring, it’s the perfect time to reset, refocus, and recommit to our health. While many people think of cardio first, the real key to aging well is strength.
After the age of 50, we naturally begin to lose muscle mass — and with that comes decreased balance, slower metabolism, and a higher risk of falls and injury. The good news? Muscle loss is not just a part of aging we have to accept. With consistent strength training, we can rebuild, maintain independence, and continue doing the things we love.
Strength training isn’t about lifting heavy weights or “bulking up.” It’s about protecting your joints, improving bone density, supporting posture, and staying steady on your feet. It helps with everyday activities — getting up from a chair, carrying groceries, and always taking the stairs, it plays a major role in long-term mobility.
SPEED ENFORCEMENT
The HOA, Security, and Polk County Sheriff’s Office receive multiple complaints of speeding each week from residents. The Sheriff’s Office has been asked for their assistance in speed enforcement. Receiving a speeding ticket is financially costly and can lead to more serious results.
MAY REFLECTIONS
ASSEMBLY, DELIVERY & PICK-UP
Wednesday, April 29th • 8am • Ballroom
Newsletter volunteers are needed and will be assisting with: Bagging (8am); Labeling (8:30am); and Delivery (Starting at 9:30am). Delivery volunteers are asked not to leave the Ballroom until all neighborhoods have been completely assembled If you do not receive your newsletter by Thursday, April 30th you’ll need to pick a copy up at the Club Concierge Desk in the Admin Building (formerly the Welcome Center) between 9am-5pm.
This season, I encourage you to make strength part of your weekly routine. Whether it’s joining a class like Fit Body Circuit, balls and bands, ultimate fitness fusion, or incorporating resistance into your current workouts, showing up consistently is what makes the difference.
For those who are unsure where to start or want a structured, personalized plan, our Fast Track program is designed to safely guide you through proper form, equipment use, and goal setting.
It’s a great way to build confidence while creating a foundation that supports everything else you do.
Spring is about growth. Let’s use this season as motivation to build strength that carries us through the year ahead. Stronger muscles mean better balance, better energy, and better quality of life. Let’s spring into strength — together.
JoJo De Los Santos 863-427-7130
JoJo.DeLosSantos@CastleGroup.com
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
SolivitaHOA.com: Wilman.DeJesus@CastleGroup.com
Reflections: Reflections@SolivitaClub.com
Channel 902: CommunityChannel@SolivitaClub.com
Advertising : SolivitaAdvertising@SolivitaClub.com
REFLECTIONS DELIVERY
If you want to change the status of the Reflections delivery to your home, you can do this on SolivitaHOA. com by navigating to the “Lifestyles” tab > Scroll down and click the “Communications” icon > Scroll down to the “Reflections” icon > Scroll down to the Delivery Form to fill out and submit. You can also find this form by scanning the QR code or contact Wilman De Jesus, Communications Coordinator via phone at 863-427-7137 or email Wilman at SolivitaCommunications@ CastleGroup.com.
Alligator Mating Season
BY BOB MONICA CHAIR, SOLIVITA CONSERVATION & WILDLIFE COMMITTEE
Most of us moved to Solivita for the sunshine, as well as easy access to beaches and Disney World. Our home in Central Florida is a humid, tropical weather zone with Solivita located at the apex of the Florida Watershed System flowing to the Okeechobee River and the Everglades. Solivita is also the natural habitat for a more exotic array of wildlife than what we left behind. As a conservation friendly community, we embrace this difference, making required adjustments, balancing resident safety with wildlife protection.
Alligators are part of the natural balance in our tropical community. Their presence plays an important role in our ecological system. However, they are also dangerous predators. So, your HOA Board of Directors advises extreme caution in dealing with them. The months of April, May and June are Alligator Mating Season. Males move from pond to pond to wetlands, in search of a mate. Females travels are similar, searching for an appropriate nesting area. This is a time for all of us to remain alert and cautious pertaining to the potential presence of gators.
This natural phenomenon is not a reason for panic. Remain alert and calm, giving any gator you may encounter at least thirty feet of space to guarantee your safety. Keep in mind that alligators are often waylaid in their search for a new domicile. Street traffic and other elements cause them to lose their way. This can result in alligator encounters on sidewalks, lawns, and driveways. If that occurs, stay indoors, keep your doors locked and remain calm. Given time, gators adjust and continue their natural path.
Remember to keep your garage and lanai doors closed when not in use. An open door is an invitation for an unwanted visitor. Be smart – lock them out BEFORE they arrive. Always remember that it is dangerous and unlawful to feed an alligator. Feeding will cause alligators to consider humans as a source of food. This leads to aggressive behavior and, too often, tragedy. Please, NEVER FEED AN ALLIGATOR
If you previously lived in an urban location with heavy automobile traffic you were required to learn basic safety rules before crossing the street. Calling Central Florida home requires a working knowledge of a few simple wildlife safety rules. We encourage you read them over and incorporate them into your Solivita routine. Have a happy and safe spring season!
FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
Lois Howe
Chris Jackson
Hayward Seber
Maryann Stremick
Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the residents who recently passed away.
Howe Jackson Seber
Stremick
