An Evening with the developer

[rustyp]

Anyone attend?

[champion6]

I was there ... with about 1,00 of my closet friends. :MOJE_whot:

[jojo]

We always enjoyed watching the presentation on television but now we have Direct TV and I just realized we won't be able to see it. Darn.

[villagetinker]

We always enjoyed watching the presentation on television but now we have Direct TV and I just realized we won't be able to see it. Darn.

Sounds like a great excuse to have a party at someone's house with Comcast.:a040::a040:

[OldManTime]

I did years ago, it always was a pitch to sell more homes, in which has been successful. His attitude to me was demeaning, just one persons opinion.

[Erijo]

Does anyone know what day and time the TV presentation will be on? I want to DVR it. Thanks. I can't find it listed in the paper. KB

[sralph99]

Saturday on Channel 2 at noon, 3 pm, 6 pm and 9 pm

[rubicon]

Mark Morse called for needed stewards for this evolving community. I am game does anyone know what it pays?

[sunnyatlast]

Mark Morse called for needed stewards for this evolving community. I am game does anyone know what it pays?

Knowing this reliable adage, "A camel looks like a horse that was planned by a committee"…...

I'll take the proven formula of the developers' management any day.

[JoMar]

We were there.....great marketing presentation which is exactly what I expected, although the video provided some insight into the man and the men who put this together. Having done a couple start up's those were the fun times. Running it is the hard part. I have great respect for those that take the financial and personal risks and are successful. While I did know that they came from "poor" and worked to get here, the video put some meat on the bones. There were statistics presented but outside of context, again what I expected. As I tell my friends, this place isn't for everyone, and some will always find stuff to complain about, some will always begrudge the success of the Morse family and someone will never be satisfied. For those of us that have the kool aid glass half full, this is a great place to live and it's great to wake up every morning and only have to worry about me....and that's the opportunity the Schwartz/Morse family gave to each us.

[justjim]

Mark Morse called for needed stewards for this evolving community. I am game does anyone know what it pays?

"Ask not what The Villages can do for you,
Ask what you can do for the Villages".
I think this is what Mr. Morse has in mind.

[2BNTV]

We were there.....great marketing presentation which is exactly what I expected, although the video provided some insight into the man and the men who put this together. Having done a couple start up's those were the fun times. Running it is the hard part. I have great respect for those that take the financial and personal risks and are successful. While I did know that they came from "poor" and worked to get here, the video put some meat on the bones. There were statistics presented but outside of context, again what I expected. As I tell my friends, this place isn't for everyone, and some will always find stuff to complain about, some will always begrudge the success of the Morse family and someone will never be satisfied. For those of us that have the kool aid glass half full, this is a great place to live and it's great to wake up every morning and only have to worry about me....and that's the opportunity the Schwartz/Morse family gave to each us.

Totally agree with your viewpoint!

[hulahips]

We were there.....great marketing presentation which is exactly what I expected, although the video provided some insight into the man and the men who put this together. Having done a couple start up's those were the fun times. Running it is the hard part. I have great respect for those that take the financial and personal risks and are successful. While I did know that they came from "poor" and worked to get here, the video put some meat on the bones. There were statistics presented but outside of context, again what I expected. As I tell my friends, this place isn't for everyone, and some will always find stuff to complain about, some will always begrudge the success of the Morse family and someone will never be satisfied. For those of us that have the kool aid glass half full, this is a great place to live and it's great to wake up every morning and only have to worry about me....and that's the opportunity the Schwartz/Morse family gave to each us.

That all being said let's Not forget to thank our over 2,000 volunteers who run all our clubs. I wonder how many clubs we would have without them. My shout out of thanks always goes to our generous villagers who give of their time! Very much appreciated!

[missypie]

I was there last night and loved every minute of it. The video was lengthy but kept you going. It showed how the Schwartz/Morse family began and where they are with this adventure today. They wanted to let everyone know that they plan to stay here, and that the next generation is working here as well as sending their children to the Charter School. To me it was like a state of the union address to let us know that all is well. Mark Morse pointed out that there is no where in the world a place like this.

I felt so fortunate to live here, become new friends to others, help others, play golf and enjoy this life that has been made available to us. In the end we sang 2 rounds of God Bless America. I felt goose bumps after that.

[Doro22]

That all being said let's Not forget to thank our over 2,000 volunteers who run all our clubs. I wonder how many clubs we would have without them. My shout out of thanks always goes to our generous villagers who give of their time! Very much appreciated!

The volunteers who do the clubs are awesome!!! They do it because they love it. That being said...it is still hard work. There is no other place that has all of these opportunities because of the talented volunteers. :bigbow:

[NYGUY]

We were there.....great marketing presentation which is exactly what I expected, although the video provided some insight into the man and the men who put this together. Having done a couple start up's those were the fun times. Running it is the hard part. I have great respect for those that take the financial and personal risks and are successful. While I did know that they came from "poor" and worked to get here, the video put some meat on the bones. There were statistics presented but outside of context, again what I expected. As I tell my friends, this place isn't for everyone, and some will always find stuff to complain about, some will always begrudge the success of the Morse family and someone will never be satisfied. For those of us that have the kool aid glass half full, this is a great place to live and it's great to wake up every morning and only have to worry about me....and that's the opportunity the Schwartz/Morse family gave to each us.

Well said!!!...:BigApplause:

[mickey100]

That all being said let's Not forget to thank our over 2,000 volunteers who run all our clubs. I wonder how many clubs we would have without them. My shout out of thanks always goes to our generous villagers who give of their time! Very much appreciated!

I agree. The volunteers are a huge part of the success of the Villages.

[perrjojo]

"Ask not what The Villages can do for you,
Ask what you can do for the Villages".
I think this is what Mr. Morse has in mind.

You would think we would all want to do want ever we can to make ANY COMMUNITY we live in better. There are always "the givers" and ""the takers".
Thankfully TV is filled with givers.

[villages07]

For those who don't have Comcast (or a friend with Comcast).... I think the TV service in the billiards rooms at the rec centers is Comcast. On a quiet Sat afternoon, you can probably go to a local rec center and watch the program if the billiards room is not booked.



As someone posted earlier, it is on Channel 2 at 12, 3, 6, and 9 pm Saturday.

[Chestnutz]

Saturday on Channel 2 at noon, 3 pm, 6 pm and 9 pm

There is an App on iTunes and Google Play for The Villages Daily Sun. One of the features is the ability to watch each days' 20 minute news program that airs on Comcast. What a great way for non Comcast people to get the hometown news. They mentioned the other day that the talk will be available for viewing on the app. For example they aired the whole Christmas golf cart parade in December as a special extra! I imagine it would be available Saturday or Sunday but keep checking!

If you don't already know there is also a another good app - a Villages Magazine app that gives you access to a library of that big slick color magazine that comes once a month in the paper.

[tomwed]

For those who don't have Comcast (or a friend with Comcast).... I think the TV service in the billiards rooms at the rec centers is Comcast. On a quiet Sat afternoon, you can probably go to a local rec center and watch the program if the billiards room is not booked.



As someone posted earlier, it is on Channel 2 at 12, 3, 6, and 9 pm Saturday.

That's a great idea. thank-you

[planetjanet]

thanks for your post jomar. will be closing on our place in the southern end on monday next but won't be moving down for awhile. we have been active in our community up here in fairfax va and expect to be so when we move down there.

[graciegirl]

I agree. The volunteers are a huge part of the success of the Villages.


Aw come on Mickey, just a little praise for the fine developers?

[sea turtle]

This was our first meeting. We kinda hoped to have more answers about future construction plans or when does build out end. Without giving away any secrets, but no such luck. Guess we will have to wait and see if the build out population stops about the projected 110K.

[graciegirl]

This was our first meeting. We kinda hoped to have more answers about future construction plans or when does build out end. Without giving away any secrets, but no such luck. Guess we will have to wait and see if the build out population stops about the projected 110K.


I think as long as any good business person at the helm inhales and exhales they won't really share their plans for the future. For one thing, the market changes, opportunities arise or shift, and if you are going to continue to be as successful as the Morses are, you have to be light on your feet and ready to move in the right direction. So far, so good.

[twoplanekid]

Google Earth hasn’t updated their view of the Villages since Dec. of 2013. I believe that the Developer has forbid Google from taking newer pictures to hide what is going on and to prevent us from looking in to the future.

Now, this is my belief and I am sticking to it. :)

[JoMar]

thanks for your post jomar. will be closing on our place in the southern end on monday next but won't be moving down for awhile. we have been active in our community up here in fairfax va and expect to be so when we move down there.

You might find it difficult to get too involved with the community, when you consider 2000+ clubs and organizations, pickleball, tennis, golf swiming, entertainment and all the neighborhood stuff, not sure you will be able to find the time........:gc:

[Warren Kiefer]

We were there.....great marketing presentation which is exactly what I expected, although the video provided some insight into the man and the men who put this together. Having done a couple start up's those were the fun times. Running it is the hard part. I have great respect for those that take the financial and personal risks and are successful. While I did know that they came from "poor" and worked to get here, the video put some meat on the bones. There were statistics presented but outside of context, again what I expected. As I tell my friends, this place isn't for everyone, and some will always find stuff to complain about, some will always begrudge the success of the Morse family and someone will never be satisfied. For those of us that have the kool aid glass half full, this is a great place to live and it's great to wake up every morning and only have to worry about me....and that's the opportunity the Schwartz/Morse family gave to each us.

When and who promoted the story that the Schwartz family was poor?? Harold was a successful businessman who owned several radio stations. Some family also owned a successful restaurant. Poor to me is wondering where we will find money for food tomorrow.

[tomwed]

This sounds like humble beginnings. THE VILLAGES – HAROLD SCHWARTZ & SON, H GARY MORSE | ByDuncan.com (http://www.byduncan.com/2014/03/14/harold-schwartz-millionaire-h-gary-morse-billionaire/)

[Bogie Shooter]

Pretty good...........27 posts before the first "negative Developer" post.
Most restaurant posts don't do that well! Some just cannot pass up the chance to slam the Developer, however subtle.

[Villager Joyce]

Google Earth hasn’t updated their view of the Villages since Dec. of 2013. I believe that the Developer has forbid Google from taking newer pictures to hide what is going on and to prevent us from looking in to the future.

Now, this is my belief and I am sticking to it. :)

I'm not sure if they can help look In the future, but maybe one if the "drone boys" can let you see what is going on now. Please post on Utube so we can all see it, particularly if it looks like a costco is being built. :2excited:

[brovelli]

It was listed in the paper on wed. It is this weekend on the villages channel. b

[Hummintwo]

In today's Daily Sun, info was given that you can view at specific locations on Saturday, i.e. Lake Miona Recreation Center. Call there to find out the names of the other locations that might be more convenient to non subscribers of Comcast and the specific times at each location.

[6XNANA]

Will be broadcast on Comcast Channel 2 on Saturday at 12, 3, 6 and 9 PM on VNN and can be viewed at Mulberry, Lake Miona and Bradenton rec centers as stated on today's front page of Daily Sun.

[Laurie2]

Google Earth hasn’t updated their view of the Villages since Dec. of 2013. I believe that the Developer has forbid Google from taking newer pictures to hide what is going on and to prevent us from looking in to the future.

Now, this is my belief and I am sticking to it. :)


Aw, twoplane, I know you are kidding about such power over Google.

And we know nobody can own airspace........sooooo.......you could go over to Leesburg (KLEE) and get into a single-engine and have a look. (If you are the pilot, take a friend along with a camera.) You know how when somebody is in the right-seat for a ride, the first thing they want to do is fly over their house. This would a macro-version of the same thing. Of course, the pilot has to stay at least 1000 feet AGL, but you can get a really good look.

I know a private pilot cannot be for hire, but sure can have some fun taking friends for rides over TV. It is a bit mind-boggling to see it all though.

Right-Seat Laurie