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: Thursday-Sunday 8am-11am
Lunch: Monday-Sunday 11am-4pm
Dinner: Monday-Thursday 4pm-8pm Friday-Sunday 4pm-9pm
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 - Carl P. Warren: SolivitaHOAPresident@SolivitaHOA.com
» Vice President - Lita Epstein: 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
Celebrate this vibrant inaugural festival with neighbors and friends on March 6th, 4pm–7pm, in the Village Center! Enjoy color powder throwing, henna artists, yoga, club and professional dance performances, an Indian drummer, Bollywood dance class, natural art people’s choice competition, vendors, food trucks, and two DJ areas. Wear white, celebrate together, and welcome spring in colorful style! Photos by Joe Thomas.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Newsletter Submission Information Page 3
Club Department Articles Pages 4-8
HOA Department Articles ................................................. Pages 9
Food, Beverage and Golf Articles Page 10
Resident Club Sponsored Events Pages 11-13
A Touch of Class .......................................................... Pages 13-18
Club & Support Group Meeting Lists Pages 18-23
Resident Club News Pages 23-46
Neighborhood Captains News ......................................... Page 47
Resident News Page 48
Advertisements Pages 48-80
Activities Events (back of calendar) .......... Insert Pages E1-E3
Monthly Calendar & Fitness (back of Events) Insert
NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS
Email submissions to Reflections@SolivitaClub.com
APRIL SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Monday, March 2nd. Club flyer inserts are due Monday, March 9th 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.
MAY SUBMISSIONS
Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due on Wednesday, April 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.
Committee Roundup
SOLIVITA LIFESTYLES ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE (SLAC)
Please welcome the 2026-2027 SLAC Committee members in order as seen in the picture from left to right: John Biwer, Lucille Gagnon, Hannah Lewandowski and Kathy Burns. Karen Cross, and Vickie McCort are also on the committee, but are not pictured.
A huge thank you to outgoing 2024-2025 SLAC members: Ken Darby, Linda Carpenter, and Brenda King (not pictured).
VILLAGE DRIVE ROAD CLOSINGS
Friday, March 6th: Festival of Colors Street Party - Event 4pm-7pm. VILLAGE DRIVE FROM THE BALLROOM TO THE PRO SHOP ROUNDABOUT IS CLOSED TO VEHICLES FROM 1PM-8PM. See page E2 for event information.
To give feedback, suggestions, ideas or comments on any Activities event or Solivita University class, we’d love to hear from you by contacting the SLAC members or emailing me at Jana.Malik@CastleGroup.com. SLAC 2026-2027 Committee Members Outgoing SLAC 2024-2025 Committee Members
SOLIVITA VOLUNTEER LOG SHEET DEADLINE
Turn in your Volunteer Log Sheets by Monday, March 2nd for volunteer hours worked assisting Solivita Club Departments. Hours accepted are from March 1, 2025February 28, 2026, to the Activities office to finalize the 2025-2026 season. (Friendly reminder, HOA Committees, Flags Over Solivita, CAP and CERT hours are not accepted unless CAP and CERT is working with a Solivita Club Department).
Saturday, March 21st: Solivita Car Show - Event 10am3pm. VILLAGE DRIVE FROM THE BALLROOM TO THE PRO SHOP ROUNDABOUT IS CLOSED TO VEHICLES FROM 6:30AM-4PM, EXCEPT TO CAR SHOW PARTICIPANTS. See page E2 for event information.
Saturday, April 4th: Spring Parade and 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 page E3 for event information.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Spring Parade & Carnival – It’s For the Kids! Saturday, April 4th from 9am-12:30pm
» Clubs to host a carnival game booth or to have a food concession from 9am-12:30pm.
» Individual resident volunteers to man a carnival game for only (2) hours.
» Parade participants to walk in the parade (clubs, individuals, walkers, etc). No email or registration required.
If interested in helping as a club or individual for either of the first two bullets above, email Solivita Activities at SolivitaActivities@CastleGroup.com.
Trivia
SELECT MONDAYS
4pm & 7pm | Mosaics
$5 Online Reserved Table Beverage ticket not included.
Karaoke
5pm - 9pm | Ceramics Gallery
$5 Online Reserved Table Beverage ticket not included.
Festival of Colors
FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH 4pm-7pm | Village Center
Complimentary Entrance, DJs, Color Powder Throwing, Henna, Yoga, Dance Performances, Bollywood Dance Class, Art Contest, Food Trucks, Cash Bar & More
Wine Down
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11TH
6:30pm-8:30pm | By The Grille Bring Your Own Chair Food Concession & Cash Bar CONCERT
HEARTBREAKERS TRIBUTE SHOW
THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH
Solivita Car
SATURDAY, MARCH 21ST 10am-2pm | Village Center Open to the Public Awards at 2pm SHOW Tom Petty & the
THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH
10am-2pm | Village Center 7:30pm | Ballroom EOSS $30 General $25
Healthy Habits for the New Season
BY JOJO DE LOS SANTOS FITNESS DIRECTOR
March brings fresh starts, renewed energy, and the perfect opportunity to refocus on healthy habits. As the days grow longer and spring approaches, staying active is one of the best ways to support heart health, boost energy levels, and build consistency in your wellness routine.
At Solivita, movement is designed to be enjoyable, social, and accessible for all fitness levels. Along with our wide variety of fitness classes, we’re proud to offer engaging dance options such as ballroom dancing, line dancing, and more—making it easy to stay active while having fun and connecting with others.
We’re also grateful for our dedicated volunteers who help expand our wellness offerings. Highlights include Dancing Diehards on Sundays, ballroom dancing private lessons on Thursdays at The Palms, and Tai Chi practice, just to name a few. These volunteer-led classes continue to bring energy, connection, and variety to our fitness community.
New classes are launching this March, including Beginner’s Yoga
and Qigong for Life – Energy Flow, both focused on flexibility, balance, relaxation, and mindful movement. In addition, we’re excited to introduce Circl Movement, a dynamic, low-impact class designed to improve mobility and strength, now offered Saturday mornings at the Riviera.
If you’re looking for extra guidance or motivation, our personal trainers are always available to help you get started or refresh your routine. Busy mornings are no barrier—an evening trainer is also available to support your goals. Be sure to pick up an updated fitness schedule at any of the fitness locations so you don’t miss out on everything Solivita has to offer this season.
To celebrate movement and community, we invite you to join us for the State Qualifying Senior Pickleball Games on March 10th, 11th, and 12th in Freedom Park. Pickleball is a fun, low-impact activity that enhances balance, coordination, and cardiovascular health while offering plenty of opportunities for connection and friendly competition. Everyone is welcome.
JoJo De Los Santos 863-427-7130
JoJo.DeLosSantos@CastleGroup.com
Co-Sponsored by the Solivita University Committee and Activities
No studying, tests or exams are given, just enlightening topics to keep your mind energized. All classes are 60-90 minutes long, unless otherwise noted. Solivita University class calendar and faculty biographies can be found on SolivitaHOA.com under Get Connected. Adult guests welcome. For more information stop in, call the Activities Office at 863-427-7125 or email SolivitaActivities@CastleGroup.com.
Step Back Into the Golden Age of Television!
Tuesday, March 17th
The Palms at 12pm
Tuition: Complimentary entrance; pre-registration is not required.
Professor: Dr. Richard Goldsmith
Course Description: Join us for a lively journey into the early days of 1950s television—a time when families gathered around small glowing screens, variety shows ruled the airwaves, and beloved stars like Milton Berle, Lucille Ball, Sid Caesar, and Howdy Doody shaped American culture. We’ll explore the shows, personalities, commercials, and unforgettable moments that defined TV’s first great era. Whether you lived it or are discovering it anew, this presentation is filled with nostalgia, fun facts, and rare clips that bring the magic of early television back to life.
The Fun-duh-mentals of Decluttering Your Home
Thursday, March 19th
Gator Room at 2pm
Tuition, Book and Registration: $25 per student. RSVP your seat at SolivitaHOA. com at the Purchase Activities Events and SU Classes icon, scan the QR code or call the Activities office. Bring cash or check payment to the first class.
Professor: Rita McCoy
Course Description: Do you have unnecessary items lingering around your home? Are you ready to de-clutter your home to create a stable, well-managed home? We’ll share helpful tips and suggestions on spring-cleaning techniques for kitchen, bedrooms, living room, closets, garage, and storage spaces to improve focus and concentration in your home environment. Come learn how to live stress free in a clutter free home.
Beyond the Basics-iPhone and iPad
4 Classes on Thursdays, March 26th, April 2nd, 9th & 16th
Gator Room at 9:30am
Tuition and Registration: $25 per student. RSVP your seat at SolivitaHOA.com at the Purchase Activities Events and SU Classes icon, scan the QR code or call the Activities office. Bring cash or check payment to the first class.
Instructor: Catherine Larson
Course Information: This course is NOT for Android devices. Participants should bring their device to class for hands on learning!
Course Description: This four-lesson course is for those already comfortable using the iPhone and/or iPad – navigating between apps, using the control center and accessing the settings. It is recommended that your device should be using iOS 26 or higher. We will explore Apple Intelligence and how to use it to re-word emails, cleanup photos, and create custom graphics. In addition, we will explore many of the native apps for both iPad and iPhone – Notes, Safari, Camera, Photos, iCloud, iMovie, Music, Contacts, Calendar and using the accessibilities features and Siri to assist in daily tasks.
Be Prepared
SUBMITTED BY ERIC LARSON TEAM LEADER OF SOLIVITA CERT
March has arrived. Temps are warming up after a chilly January and February. Let us not forget March means St. Patrick’s Day. Then there is spring cleaning!
It’s time to check and prepare your emergency supplies and plans. In addition to being the team leader for CERT, I am an “old” Boy Scout Leader and Scoutmaster for almost 30 years. One of the most important things I learned as a Scout and a leader is “Be Prepared.”
How do you know what’s going on? Listen to available radio (weather radio). TV and internet will likely not work with power out. How long will your cellphone battery last?
Do you have a generator and know how to use it? Is there gas for it that isn’t stale? You should start it once a month. For our concrete and stucco homes, Polk County recommends sheltering-in-place; that is, staying in your home.
Can you evacuate? Not likely after the fact. Evacuation routes will be crowded at best; access roads may be closed. Your evacuation option is to go as soon as you hear of the coming event. You need to plan for this. What’s your route and destination? Do you have a travel disaster kit? What about prescriptions? What about your pet—food, medicine, toys? Who will look after your home here?
What do you eat? What you have at home—what you put aside
APRIL REFLECTIONS
ASSEMBLY, DELIVERY & PICK-UP
Friday, March 27th • 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 Monday, March 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.
in your disaster kit. Maybe get together with neighbors and pool your supplies.
How do you repair minor damage to your home? With the supplies in your disaster kit (duct tape, trash bags, plastic sheeting). You will be very lucky if you can find such supplies in stores after the event occurs.
What do you do about more serious damage to your home? Take photos before you touch anything and notify your insurance company as soon as communications are restored. Keep important papers in a water-tight container in case there is water intrusion in your home.
Do you have special needs (e.g., oxygen)? Have you registered with the county? They will come and transport you to an appropriate shelter ahead of time, but not likely after the situation has hit.
How do you let family know you are OK? Notify an out-of-area family/friend contact about your situation. Don’t call everyone or your cell battery will run down; let them do it. Arrange with that contact person ahead of time to be able to handle this issue.
BOTTOM LINE: You NEED a PLAN now—stay or evacuate to where? Who will inspect your home? You need a DISASTER KIT now with some tools, flashlights and some inexpensive supplies. You need FOOD AND WATER now for at least 3 days.
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.
A Message from the General Manager
SUBMITTED BY JOHN COMAN STONEGATE GENERAL MANAGER
In a community as vibrant as ours, the best memories are often made around the dinner table—sharing a laugh over a great meal, celebrating a birthday with neighbors, or simply enjoying a relaxing evening close to home. We know that for some of you, it may have been a while since you last dined with us. If an experience didn’t quite hit the mark, we would love the opportunity to earn your seat at the table once again.
Familiar Faces, New Leadership
The most significant change you’ll notice isn’t just on the menu—it’s in our leadership. We are incredibly proud to announce that our new Management Team is comprised of longtime Team Members you likely already know and recognize. These dedicated individuals have been promoted from within because of their years of hard work, deep understanding of our community, and unwavering passion for excellence. They aren’t just managers; they are your neighbors’ favorite servers and supervisors who have stepped up to ensure the food and service have never been better.
What’s New at Mosaics?
We are focusing on quality, consistency, and exciting new reasons to visit. Please note that Mosaics is now our exclusive location for reservations, enabling us to provide a more curated, seamless dining experience. We are also thrilled to introduce two new weekly highlights at Mosaics:
• Tapas Tuesday - Perfect for sharing! Enjoy a variety of small plates and bold flavors in a social, relaxed atmosphere.
• Prime Rib Saturday - A true classic. Join us every Saturday for a perfectly seasoned, slow-roasted prime rib dinner.
Why Come Back Now?
Whether you’re visiting The Bistro for a quick bite or heading to Mosaics for a special evening, the energy in our kitchens have never been higher. We aren’t just aiming for “good”—we are aiming to be your favorite place to eat. The Grille is also open seven days a week and offers breakfast service on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We would love to see you there after a round of golf, or anytime you are looking for an outstanding casual dining experience. The Grille also offers daily specials curated by Executive Chef Charles Jackson. We invite you to see, taste, and experience the difference for yourself.
Book Your Table
Ready to try the new Mosaics? Reservations are highly recommended for our specialty nights (11am to 7pm). To make your reservation, please call 863-427-7167.
FRIENDS WHO HAVE LEFT US, BUT ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
Julie Cardona
Arturo Matos
Jean Werner
Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the residents who recently passed away.
