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The Grand Valley Grapevine Official Monthly Newsletter of the Grand Valley

Homeowners Association G.V.H.A. P.O. Box 550 New Port Richey, FL 34656

Tel. (813) 468-0872 Issue 211 April 2013 of 11

Editor: Walda Pagucci 8141 Stony Bridge Drive 264-7773

From the Management If anyone comes to your door soliciting, please inform him/her that this is a private community, and they are not allowed to go door to door. Then politely ask them to leave as they are trespassing on private property. We thank you for your suggestions and will take them all under consideration. Grand Valley license plates are available from the office. You can pick them up at any time from Judy or Connie.

From The President The Board of Director's would like to thank all the residents who have paid their 2013 dues. There is still time to pay. On April 13th we will be hosting a FREE hamburger and hot dog luncheon – yes, I said FREE - for paid up members only, for all others there will be a $6.00 charge. This will be at the swimming pool from 12:00 to 2:00. In case of rain (or any other bad weather) it will be held on April 14th. Fred Bell

Rich’s Roast Beef Dinner/Dance 76 Tickets were sold and a great meal was enjoyed by all. The 50/50, $81.00, was won by Dory Forgues. We were entertained by Stan Prinston at no charge, due to a previous event that he wasn’t able to attend. The Association made a profit of $412.77.

Prom Night Thanks to Bette MacDonald and her staff for all their hard work in the planning and organizing of the first Grand Valley Prom Night. It was a huge success and was enjoyed by all who attended. The decorations and the music made you think of the past and of the Proms that you attended. Hope that there are other functions that Bette and her crew will be planning for everyone to enjoy. There were so many beautiful gowns, and of course the gentleman who came wearing his “White Sport Coat and Pink Carnation” was a big hit. 48 tickets were sold, and Bruce Jardine won the 50/50 of $50.00. Thanks again for a job well done! Profit for GVHA was $136.00

R.O.M.E.O.'S R.O.M.E.O.'s (Retired Old Men Eating Out) Luncheon is scheduled for April 9th and will be held at Hooter's, Port Richey. A sign-up sheet has been posted in the clubhouse. Please sign up so we can notify Hooter's as to the number of gentlemen that will be in attendance at the lunch. You can indicate next to your name if you need a ride to the luncheon. Your driver will call you with your pick-up time. We hope that you will join us and enjoy a lunch with your neighbors.

Donate Used Eyeglasses Please donate any of your old eyeglasses by placing them in the box on our library table.

Our Troops Times are tough, but please don’t forget our troops – they deserve all the support we can give them. Keep your donations coming. See the box in the clubhouse. Any money donations are to be given to Sis Pickles or Pat Blake for postage.

Can Tabs for Shriners Hospital Shriners Hospitals is a network of 22 children’s hospitals throughout North America. Shriners Hospitals are specialty hospitals, treating children’s orthopedic problems, cleft lip and palate, spinal cord injuries and severe burn injuries. All services are provided regardless of the patient’s ability to pay. Keeping TABS is a fun way to help the children and at the same time promote recycling. AND THE WINNERS ARE THE CHILDREN! Please continue to turn your tabs in to Al Krueger at 8045 Monitor or to Connie in the office.

Pancake Breakfast The Pancake Breakfast will be on Saturday, April 6, 8 - 9:30. Cost is $3.00 for pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee. Please remember to bring your plate and utensils. Hope to see you there. Jackie Massey 845-7799 Pancake Breakfast Chairman

Get Well Cards Get Well cards were sent to Sandi LaPlante, Doris Ridgway, Jerry LaCroix, Al Krueger, Tim Lang, Shirley Graham, and Pat Blake

Thank You Special thanks to all my friends in Grand Valley for all the cards, visits, flowers, food, birthday party, etc. Love you all –

Rose Crofoot. !

Men’s Wednesday Night Straight Poker is Back!

By “straight” we mean with no wild cards! All men are invited to play. Games are at the clubhouse every Wednesday night; from 6 to 9 PM. Join us for some good, friendly poker! For information, call John Pagucci @ 727-264-7773.

Recycle Aluminum Cans Recycle your aluminum cans by placing them in the “Blue Bags” on scheduled recycle days. In March it is the 8th and the 22nd. Please note that cans may no longer be brought to the clubhouse.

Line Dancing Line Dancing will be on Friday at 7 pm. Any questions – call Genevieve Isaacson @ 843-0867.

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Homeowner Association Dues Everyone who owns a home in Grand Valley is a Member of the Grand Valley Homeowners Association. However, only those homeowners who have paid their annual dues of $6.00 are Members in Good Standing. The Homeowners Association (HOA) was duly formed and incorporated under Florida Statute 617 on July 6, 2001 with the Florida Department of State. Reference Florida Statute 723.075(1) last sentence “Upon incorporation and service of the notice described in s.723.076 the association shall become the representative of the mobile home owners in all matters relating to this chapter.” Why sit back and not pay your dues and allow others to represent you at meetings, put forth their suggestions, and especially allow others to cast a vote (yea/nay) on matters that may affect your way of life style here in the park. Please contact Gene Brooks, Treasurer, @ 727-841-9875, 8008 Bull Run, and pay yours dues, it is important to you and to the HOA. Nick Bell President, HOA

Scrapbooking/Cardmaking We’re still scrapping/cardmaking at 1 p.m. Wednesdays in the clubhouse. Bring your photos and paper supplies. All crafters welcome. April 3 & 10 Doris will teach a two-part class on German Papercutting. Bring small (manicure) scissors, cutting board and an exacto knife. Questions? Call Patty @ 815-8730 or Laurel @ 842-1858.

“Friends Going North Cook-Out” Saturday April 20th 1:00 PM – 4:00PM. Cost is $5.00 per person. Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Baked Beans, Salad and Soda. Music by our own D. J. Larry. This event is open to all residents of the park.

Upcoming Events – Please Mark Your Calendar

May 18th Memorial Day “Pizza Party” July 4 Independence Day “Ice Cream Social”

Ladies Lunch The Ladies Luncheon will be held on April 9 at Kally K’s, located on Commercial Way in Spring Hill, Florida. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the clubhouse. Please indicate if you will need transportation to the luncheon. The lunch will be served at 1:00 PM. Come and join us for an afternoon of fun and great food. For more information contact Sis Pickles @ 580-5958 or Pat Blake @ 849-98311.

Social Activities The Board of Directors is interested in forming a Social Activities Committee to help with the organizing and planning the social activities for the Grand Valley Home Owners Association (GVHOA). The committee will have six to seven members who will meet and act as a whole in presenting the various activities ideas to the Board. The committee members must be members in good standing of the GVHOA. The committee will appoint a chairman for each social event that has been approved. The chairman will form his/her committee to work on that event. One goal of having a Social Committee is to bring forth more social functions that will be enjoyed by the members. Two new social events, Western Night and the Prom proved to be successful and were enjoyed by the members that attended those functions. Hopefully the newly appointed social committee will be able to layout a social event calendar that everyone will enjoy and support. If you are interested in serving on the committee, just place your name and phone number in the suggestion box in the Grand Valley clubhouse. You will be contacted when the first meeting will be held.


Pool Players Pool players needed for an evening of fun with your neighbors. No experience need and all the equipment will be provided. Pool is an easy game to learn and you will have the chance to meet new friends. Never played before -- no problem, you will be able to perfect your game in a very short time. Contact Larry Adams at 232-6301 for more information.

Doggie Parade & Weenie Roast We hope you will join in the fun on Sunday April 28th from 2pm until ? Dress up your best furry friend and come join in the fun. Awards will be given for the smallest, largest and best costume. Entry fee will be 2 items from the SPCA Wish List. Don’t have a dog? Come out and be a judge or just a spectator. All donations will be appreciated whether you enter or not. Items needed are: Liquid laundry detergent, antibacterial dish soap, garbage bags, towels (new or used-no electric ones), bedspreads and comforters, white copy machine paper, bleach, Simple Green Cleaner, paper towels, Sanitizing wipes, sheets (new or used), toilet paper, hose nozzles, sturdy rubber chew toys, Kongs (medium & large; red or black), cat nip toys, crates & carriers, dog & cat beds (new or gently used), soft cat & dog toys, cat scratching posts, cat towers, dog & cat food (dry & canned), dog & cat treats, KMR (kitten milk replacement), cat litter (any kind), Gift Cards: Walmart, Target, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Sam’s Club. ALL DONATIONS WILL BE APPRE-CIATED WHETHER YOU ENTER OR NOT. Please contact Wendy Adams with any questions at 1-813-532-5492.

Directory Changes Gary & Loretta Brewster - 264-7926 Dorothy Westgate - 815-0384

Happy Birthday

4/4 Carol McKenna 4/4 Linda Warren 4/5 Ken Veller 4/8 Loretta Brewster 4/8 Tom Fearon

4/9 Phil Corbin

4/9 Carla Martin

4/9 Jim Wood

4/10 Maryann Branson

4/10 Jack Napierski 4/14 Nancy Linam 4/14 Mark Rothenhofer 4/14 Terrell Russ 4/15 Annette Gill 4/15 Evelyn Mc Adams 4/16 Lindalee Dutremble

4/16 Tom Gonzales 4/16 Beverly Murphy 4/16 Jeanne Robischeau

4/18 Georgia Gola

4/18 Harold Manning 4/20 Shirley Graham 4/25 Eric Parker 4/26 Ed Grabowski 4/27 Erika Betz 4/27 Walda Pagucci 4/30 Bonnie Sijak

Anniversaries

04/03/1962 Andy & Lynn Cornog

04/05/1980 Dave & Marlene Dersch

04/08/1984 John & Walda Pagucci 04/15/1960 Hank & Janet Steiger 04/23/1982 Harold & Toni Amundson

04/23/2005 Ernie & Cissy Warren

04/2419/65 Phil & Connie Cote

04/28/1962 Warren & Phyllis Hollins


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