Unaccompanied Guests Wanted for Golf?

Do you golf? Ever wanted to play a round at the Villages Golf & Country Club?

Please contact me and I will make the arrangements for you to play. Also, if you like that experience, please book a community tour with me and I will introduce you to all the other activities and properties available for sale.

The Villages Farmers' Market Opening

Celebrate the Opening of the Villages Farmer's Market on Wednesday, May 19th, 9:30 am -11:30 am.

Enjoy 15 Local Certified Growers & Producers, Tree-Ripened Cherries from Hollister, Sweet Strawberries from Watsonville, Truckloads of Field-Cut Flowers and more!

See you there. Come to the Clubhouse Parking Lot, next to the Driving Range.

The Villages Golf & Country Club Active Adult Community

The Villages Golf & Country Club will be open to the public:
Saturday, May 1
10am to 2pm.

Guests MUST register online for admittance:
villagescommunityopenhouse@yahoo.com


There will be touring vans, raffles, entertainment, wine tasting, art show, food, mini golf clinic, chocolate demonstration, fitness demonstration, flower arranging, and so much more to see and experience.

Come visit and experience "Where every day can be a weekend".

Villages Italian Club celebrates 10th Anniversary

On Saturday, April 17 the Villages Italian Club will celebrate the "Party of the Decade" at the Clubhouse.

There is a festive, social event planned and it will include food stations rather than formal table service...the stations will range from salads and vegetables to Chateaubriand and Salmon to Pasta to Dessert! The entertainment will be provided by Don Giovannis', a wonderful musical group from Santa Rosa that specializes in Italian music.

There will be a drawing for many great prizes including one-week accommodation in Kona, Hawaii. Don't have your ticket yet???? Time to join in the fun.

Green Tip of the Week: Multi-purpose Vodka

Poison oak, ivy, and sumac are spreading thanks to global warming, but your liquor cabinet holds an effective treatment: Vodka.

Turns out, 100-proof vodka can be used as an analgesia, clothes whitener, chrome cleaner. Visit http://www.thedailygreen.com/green-homes/latest/vodka-uses-460424#ixzz0dCKu6Gzn" for more green uses for vodka.

Time Change!

This is a reminder that it's time to change your clocks once again...

Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. local time on the second Sunday in March...Sunday, March 14. Remember to "Spring forward" and set your clock ahead an hour tonight.

Daylight Saving Time ends on November 7.

Enjoy these longer evenings of sunshine and get out and enjoy the activities in your neighborhood.

"Guys and Dolls" Jr. Comes to The Villages

The Villages Amateur Theatre will be presenting their spring production of Guys and Dolls Jr. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 12-14. This is the largest production ever presented in the Villages with a cast of over 30 people.

The cast has put in many hours in rehearsals and with such high energy of song and dance, it is a must see show! It will be presented in the Cribari Auditorium for only $8/person.

27th Semi-Annual Country Western Dance at The Villages

Attention all you Texas Two-Steppers: Roland and Sissie will be presenting their 27th Semi-Annual Country Western Dance at the Clubhouse on Sunday, March 7 from 3 to 6pm.

Dancing will include the two-step, swing, waltz, polka, cha-cha, and others. Pull out your Levis and dust off your country western boots and hats and yo'all come out for a fun afternoon.

All of this for only $6. For further information, call Roland or Sissie at 408.531.0971.

Villages Hiking Club presents a Wildflower Program

It is that time of the year when the wildflowers are starting to cover our hillsides with color!

Tonight at 7:30pm in the Cribari Conference Room, Don and Judy Mason will be presenting a visual and musical journey with the California Native Plant Society exploring flowers of Point Lobos, Anza Borrego, Carrizo Plain and Sonora Pass.

This has been a passion for the Mason's who have traveled the hills and valleys of California searching for wildflowers to identify and photography. Through the years, Judy has used Don's photos in her wildflower identification classes and Don's photos have been published in wildflower articles.

All visitors are welcome to see an excellent photography program on wildflowers.

Villages Italian Club presents "The Genius of Michelangelo"

Michelangelo is universally recognized to be among the dominant artists of all time. Michelangelo Buonarroti's career spanned the glories of the Italian Renaissance, a period of one of the greatest explosions of creative energy. His genius is apparent in every medium in which he worked and with every tool he used. During his 89 years he witnessed the pontificates of 13 popes and worked for nine of them. His works include such cultural icons as The Last Judgement, the Pieta, the David and the Sistine Chapel ceiling.

Michael Rogers will provide an overview of the man and his many accomplishments. Join us at Foothill Center on Feb. 17th to hear (and see) the myriad of Michelangelo's sublime accomplishments. All are welcomed. Light refreshments will be served. The lecture begins at 7:00, but come early because seating is limited.

2010 AT&T Pro-Am Golf Tournament

Here is a great opportunity to see the best golfers in the world on some of the most beautiful and spectacular golf courses anywhere. The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am will be held on the famed Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill GC, and new for this year the Monterey Peninsula CC on Feb. 11-14, 2010.

The Community Activities Department at The Villages Golf & Country Club has put together a transportation in a Motorcoach and a Deluxe Ticket package for $99/person for any Villager and guest who wants to go on Friday, February 12! Call Ruth at 408-223-4644 and sign up today to board the Villages coach.

The Villages offer 4th Annual Crab Feed and 2010 Super Bowl

This is an all-in-one party on February 7 at the Villages Clubhouse.

The 4th Annual all-you-can-eat crab being served with Ricardo's famous homemade clam chowder, tossed green salad, corn-on-the cob and chocolates squares for dessert...AND oh, yes, the 2010 Super Bowl game will be shown on movie size screen.

Join your neighbors and friends for this great event...dress in favorite team jersey's or jeans and sweatshirts!

All of this for ONLY $45/person.

Holiday colors emerge

Poinsettias were introduced to the United States in 1828. The flowering plant, indigenous to Guatemala and Mexico, has now become one of the major symbols of the holiday season. The Aztecs derived a red dye from the crimson leaves of the plant. (The red leaves are not flower petals.) Later, the bright red plants were used by the Franciscans in Mexico to decorate churches at Christmas time.

December 12 is National Poinsettia Day!

December Community Events

Holiday season is in full swing at The Villages. Come check out some of these activities:

December 6 - Choral Project at Chateau Julien Wine Estate
Be amazed with the beautiful voices from the Choral Project resounding from the Barrel Room - the acoustics are amazing. This event will see Villagers' departing on a Royal Coach bus tour to Carmel for an afternoon of holiday wine tasting, gift reception, appetizers, wonderful music, good friends, and a fabulous place to begin the holiday season.

December 9 - Afternoon at the movies
Don't miss the showing of 'Angels & Demons' starring Tom Hanks at 1:30 pm in the Cribari Auditorium.

December 12 - Italian Club Christmas Party
This is a fabulous party which begins at 5 pm with no-host cocktails, followed by a five-course dinner and then listening, singing and dancing to Jerry Sauceda and his group. AND, Santa will be there so come prepared to tell him what you want for Christmas... The all-inclusive price for everything - antipasti, salad, pasta, wine, entree (choice of Filet Mignon, Filet of Sole stuffed with Crab, or Chicken Parmigiana), dessert, photo with Santa, entertainment, and free raffle prizes ALL for $45.

December 15 - Christmas Caroling with the German Club
One of the Villages traditions for many years has been Christmas Caroling in December. Come join the German Club on Tuesday, December 15 at 4pm and join in with the singing of German and English Songs.

December 17 - Montgomery Holiday Party
Village Montgomery has planned a festive Holiday Party at the Clubhouse for the residents of Village Montgomery and their guests. This evening will include a special presentation by the Villages Handbells.

December 31 - New Year's Eve
Early Bird Dinner at the Clubhouse Restaurant has 2 seatings: 5pm and 7:30 pm
This will be a special dinner including Champagne at $40/person.

Villages Guest Rooms

The four Villages guest rooms are affected by the hotel tax imposed by the City of San Jose. San Jose has increased the hotel tax. Effective November 1, rates are $96 per night for the guest rooms with two queen size beds and $85 per night for the guest rooms with one queen size bed. These rates are inclusive of all taxes.

Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended! Signed Into Law November 6, 2009

President Obama has signed legislation to extend the Homebuyer Tax Credit. Passage of the bill was widely anticipated to further spur economic recovery in the housing sector, as more buyers are now eligible for tax breaks under the new law. The $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit was originally set to expire on November 30.

In addition to offering the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit, the new law also allows a $6,500 credit for repeat or move-up homebuyers who have lived in their primary residence for five years or more.

The tax credits are available to buyers who sign purchase agreements on a new or existing primary residence between December 1, 2009, and April 30, 2010. Buyers would have until June 30 to close on their new homes.

Artificial Turf vs Real Green Lawn

Several residents suggested that artificial turf, called FieldTurf Landscape, may be a wise alternative for water conservation in The Villages. A test plot was installed adjacent to the Clubhouse barbecue area and the Pro Shop courtyard.

If you are in the area, please stop by and voice an opinion.

November Community Events

Holiday season is in full swing at The Villages. Come check out some of these activities:

November 5 - For the first time in 30 years, Tutankhamen has returned to the deYoung Museum and the Villagers have a tour scheduled. For $50/person the trip includes transportation and entry at the deYoung Museum. Come out to see the artifacts from the tomb of Tutankhamen which provide insight into the daily life and royal burial practices of the 18th Dynasty, Egypt's Golden Age.

November 7 - Holiday Faire presented in the Cribari Center Auditorium from 10 am to 2 pm. Our residents, Walter and Hanna Howald, will demonstrate the art of chocolate confection making and 40 of our Villages artisans and craftsmen have beautiful and unique items available for sale.

November 13 - Wine Tasting and Cooking Demo event returns with wines from Tenuta Winery. The cost is $12/person. Come see what Gavin is going to prepare for our holiday special!

November 26 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
The regular Thanksgiving buffets are sold out and the restaurant is now taking reservations for mini buffet in the cafe and preparing for to-go packages.

December 2 - Holiday at Union Square
This is our Annual shopping trip to Union Square in San Francisco. The bus will leave at 8:30 am and return by 5 pm. - cost is only $28/person. Come shop til you drop, enjoy a meal at a wonderful San Francisco restaurant, view the beautifully decorated Christmas tree at Macy's and leave the driving and the parking to the bus driver.

Best of the Bay - KRON 4 - 2009 Nominee.....

The Villages Golf & Country Club has been Nominated "Best Country Club Community in Santa Clara County".

Best of the Bay as Seen on KRON 4:

Monday, October 12 at 1:30 pm
Monday, October 19th at 1:30 pm
Thursday, October 29th at 1:30 pm

"The Bay Area's Hidden Gem - for the Best Year's of Your Life"

For a tour, call 408.274.8766 and arrange to see this beautiful community
to make an informed decision about living at the BEST Country Club Community in Santa Clara County.

October Community Events

The community affairs department have more fun arranged for Villagers and guests. Check out some of the following:

October 9 - "Joey & Friends"
The party starts at 5:30 in the Clubhouse with the show and dancing following a dinner of either Filet Mignon or Stuffed Salmon for only $53/person. This will be an evening of memories and reminiscing about the "good ole days' with Joey, Frank, and Sammy!

October 11 - USS Potomac for Fleet Week & the Blue Angels. A second bus is in the works. Don’t miss your chance for this one! $135 per person, tax deductable! Only few seats left!

October 31 - Annual Halloween Dinner Dance at the Clubhouse
The goblins will be in the Clubhouse and there will be a parade of costumes, dinner, and dancing. You do not have to wear a costume or dance to witness the fun and excitement of the evening. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place costumes. All of this for $39/person and the buffet dinner includes a Chateaubriand Carving Station.

Come out and enjoy the fun and activities in The Villages.