Juneteenth, short for June nineteenth, is a federal holiday celebrated to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S. In Solivita, we will celebrate, reflect and educate, from 5pm-9pm in the Village Center, starting with a parade. Then a welcoming ceremony will be held, followed by music performed by residents, food trucks, crafts, art exhibit, games, dances, cigar bar, market vendors, discussions and so much more!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Newsletter Submission Information Page 3
Club Department Articles Pages 4-9
HOA Department Articles ................................................ Page 10
Resident Club Sponsored Events Pages 10-11
A Touch of Class Pages 11-16
Club & Support Group Meeting Lists ................... Pages 16-21
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
JULY SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Monday, June 1st . Resident Club flyer insert artwork is due Monday, June 8th and must be approved by Wilman de Jesús (Wilman.deJesus@CastleGroup.com). Inquire about availability and current policies for Resident Club flyer inserts.
AUGUST SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Wednesday, July 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.
A New Federal Holiday to Honor the Past and Celebrate the Future
BY JANA MALIK DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
Juneteenth, a day of jubilation, is a powerful moment in American history as it commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and the fulfillment of the promises set forth in the Emancipation Proclamation. Signed by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation declared that all enslaved people in Confederate states “shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free,” but it wasn’t until June 19, 1865, some two and a half years after the presidential decree that Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce that all enslaved people were free. This long-awaited news sparked heartfelt celebrations that spread across the country and became known as JUNETEENTH (a combination of the words “June” and “nineteenth”), our country’s second Independence Day.
Juneteenth is a federal holiday and a time to reflect on courage, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. It’s often celebrated with family/community gatherings, educational programs, parades, music and picnics — honoring both heritage and celebrating the future. The Juneteenth Collective Club Collaboration (JCCC) is an alliance of numerous Solivita Clubs working together to plan and coordinate Solivita’s Juneteenth community celebration along with Solivita Activities.
We invite all residents, and guests of all ages, to join in the upcoming Juneteenth Jubilee Parade & Street Party wherein we will come together to learn, celebrate freedom, and appreciate the strength that continues to shape our shared history. Mark your calendars for JUNE 19th from 5pm-9pm in the Village Center. Rain or shine.
Activities at the Juneteenth Jubilee
5pm Parade (all are welcome to join starting at 4:30pm from the Club Admin Courtyard - No Cars)
African Dancers, Drummers & Stiltwalker
Music by multiple DJs and Singers
7pm Discussion about Juneteenth in Ballroom
African Art Exhibit in Gator Room
R&B, Jazz Lounge & Cigar Bar in Mosaics
Beading Jewelry in Ceramics Gallery
Sports Game Area outside Ballroom
Food & Ice Cream Trucks,
Market Vendors & Cash-Only Bar
Village Drive Road Closings
» Friday, June 19th- Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and Street Party - Event 5pm-9pm. Village Drive from Ballroom to the Pro Shop Roundabout is closed from 2pm-10pm, except to event vendors and entertainers. Golf cart parking will be open from RSF to The Grille from the Pro Shop side, except from 4:30pm-5:30pm for the parade. See page 9 for event information.
» Saturday, July 4th - USA’s 250th Red, White and Blue Parade & Street Party – Event 6pm-9pm. Village Drive from Ballroom to the Pro Shop Roundabout is closed from 3pm-10pm, except to event vendors and entertainers. Golf cart parking in the Village Center will be closed all day for event setup; parking on the Ballroom grassy knoll is available. See page E3 for event information.
Let’s Come Together to Honor, Celebrate, and Rejoice as a Community to Keep The Party Going!!!
Jana Malik 863-427-7125 Jana.Malik@CastleGroup.com
Trivia
SELECT MONDAYS 4PM & 7PM MOSAICS
$5 ONLINE RESERVED TABLE
Karaoke Wine Down Concert
SELECT TUESDAYS 5PM - 9PM CERAMICS GALLERY
$5 ONLINE RESERVED TABLE
Sip, Swirl & Paint Party
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH CERAMICS GALLERY
2PM & 5:30PM $30
Top 3 Game Night
TUESDAY, JUNE 23RD BALLROOM 6PM $5
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3RD 6:30PM-8:30PM BY THE GRILLE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR. FOOD CONCESSION & CASH BAR AVAILABLE.
Juneteenth Jubilee Parade & Street Party
FRIDAY, JUNE 19TH VILLAGE CENTER » 5PM-9PM
COMPLIMENTARY ENTRANCE
PARADE AT 5PM STARTS FROM CLUB ADMIN COURTYARD CELEBRATE WITH MUSIC, DANCE, ART, GAMES, FOOD, CIGAR BAR, MARKET VENDORS, DISCUSSIONS, EDUCATION AND MORE!
Gym Reflections: Clean Space, Strong Community
BY JOJO DE LOS SANTOS FITNESS DIRECTOR
National Fitness Day had a strong turnout. Celebrated every year on the first Saturday in May, this year’s event provided residents with the opportunity to learn more about the fitness equipment and our Fast Track Program offered here. It also supported participation from residents who had not previously used the gym or were less familiar with it.
JULY REFLECTIONS
ASSEMBLY, DELIVERY & PICK-UP
Monday, June 29th • 8am • Ballroom
Newsletter volunteers are needed and will be assisting with: Bagging (8am); Labeling (8:30am); and Delivery
As we move into June, the focus continues on maintaining a clean and well-organized shared fitness space.
Our fitness center is used by many residents throughout the day and keeping it clean is a shared responsibility. Cleaning wipes are provided for convenience—please use them to wipe down equipment after each use to help maintain a sanitary environment. Additionally, please re-rack weights, return equipment to its proper place, and keep walkways clear.
Respecting shared spaces reflects respect for others. Taking responsibility for cleaning up after use helps support accountability and consistency in maintaining the facility. It also ensures the next user has a safe and organized space.
During the summer months, increased usage makes these practices even more important. Higher traffic requires consistent upkeep from all users.
June serves as a reminder that maintaining a clean and organized fitness environment is part of everyday gym use. A clean gym is maintained through shared responsibility and consistent participation from all users.
JoJo
De Los Santos 863-496-3314
JoJo.DeLosSantos@CastleGroup.com
REFLECTIONS DELIVERY
If you would like to change the status of the Reflections newsletter 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.
(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 Tuesday, June 30th you’ll need to pick a copy up at the Concierge Desk (in the Club Admin Building) between 9am-5pm.
You can also find this form by scanning the QR code or contact Wilman de Jesús, Communications Coordinator at 863427-7137 or SolivitaCommunications@ CastleGroup.com.
THE RESOURCE CENTER: KEEPING ACTIVE ADULTS ACTIVE
The Resident-to-Resident Resource Center’s objective is to help keep the community as active and engaged as possible. One of the best ways to stay active is to explore the world around us, and the Resource Center’s workshop on riding the rails with SunRail focused on the adventures that await on a short train trip. The April presentation was so popular that spots filled up quickly and many were unable to register. In response, R2R has scheduled a repeat of the SunRail presentation for Monday, June 29th at 10am at The Palms. To reserve a spot, contact the Resource Center at SolivitaR2R@gmail. com or 863-236-9973. This is just one of the Resource Center’s workshops designed to make Solivita lives more meaningful. Future workshops will be announced.
FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the residents who recently passed away. Denis Brault Ralph Varrone
Library Corner
In the Solivita Library, located in the middle of the Village Center, we lend out books on an honor system including six (6) categories in the Non-Fiction Section: Biography, Classics, Foreign Language, Sports, War and Political. In a separate section of the library, we have large print books in both Fiction and Non-Fiction. Both hardcover and paperback books are shelved together in the Fiction section.
If you have books to donate, we accept those that have been published in the last 10 years, 2016 and newer. We do not accept art, cooking, diet, medical, self-help, religious, technical and travel books. If you have more than 12 books to donate, please call the Activities office at 863-427-7125 for the library volunteer contact information.
When you are done with your book, please return them, including donations, to the new brown “Book Return” bin inside the Library. The library volunteers will reshelve them for you
(we have a system, and we love putting them back on the shelf).
Thank you for enjoying the Solivita Library and helping us to keep it neat and organized.
