getting ready to open LSL??

[gatorbill1]

Noticed they were putting new soda dispensers and shields in at all the "Bait Shacks" at LSL this am. Might be getting ready for entertainment again? Wouldn't the bars needed to be opened first?

[charmed59]

They put the shields and hand washing stations up a few months ago, about the time they put up the new shade structures.

[JGVillages]

Better have enforceable COVID rules. Since no other area entertainment venues are available it’s a certainty that younger non Village residents will be attending, drinking and violating COVID protocol. Confrontations are likely to occur. Too soon???????

[starflyte1]

I hope that the squares will have nightly entertainment very soon.

If you are high risk, take precautions, keep safe, but please let the rest of us get on with our lives!

[Ladygolfer93]

I hope that the squares will have nightly entertainment very soon.

If you are high risk, take precautions, keep safe, but please let the rest of us get on with our lives!

Amen ! Too soon ?? It's been far too long to fear sitting outside listening to music. But, I'm sure some will object if a husband and wife get up and, heaven forbid, they DANCE. Some who could not take that sight should of course stay at home until they are able to accept people talking, dancing, listening, and enjoying themselves. People who are in poor health should definitely not expose themselves to unnecessary risks ! People have to use common sense... but there is very little of that to be had. Personally, if I were having therapy that effected my immunity, or if I just finished such treatments, I would follow my physician's directions AND use my common sense. I'd not to go to the squares (should they resume), or to crowded indoor bars and restaurants until my doctor felt my condition was back to normal. Just think of your own medical condition, and then "use your head" as my dad used to say....LOL... when you decide "to go, or not to go". Just also please don't pontificate, preach, or dictate what others should do. You don't know if they think the same as you. None of us know the medical histories of others completely (unless in your immediate family), so let's each and every person make that personal decision for themselves, and not start telling others what they should do.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Noticed they were putting new soda dispensers and shields in at all the "Bait Shacks" at LSL this am. Might be getting ready for entertainment again? Wouldn't the bars needed to be opened first?

Very bad idea to open the squares back up during with what we're going through at this time. I can just see the "square ambassadors" trying to get people to social distance. :ohdear::ohdear:

[tophcfa]

Very bad idea to open the squares back up during with what we're going through at this time. I can just see the "square ambassadors" trying to get people to social distance. :ohdear::ohdear:

Totally agree. If the make the mistake of opening the squares before the pandemic is under control I hope they also open up multiple Covid testing facilities and put the ER on notice to get ready for the upcoming onslaught. I would rather wait to dance than risk experiencing what it's like to be on a ventelator.

[Stu from NYC]

Would love to see them open but they better be real careful how they do this.

If we can listen to music and be comfortable distance from others might go.

[Jeffmit]

How could you social distance with groups like Johnny Wilde,Uncle Bob's Rock smShop or Rocky and the Rollers?

[harold63G]

WRT: "not start telling others what they should do." I think you just told me what I should do. ?

[TandHSTAR@AOL.com]

Thank you. Well said.

[Dilligas]

Amen ! Too soon ?? It's been far too long to fear sitting outside listening to music. But, I'm sure some will object if a husband and wife get up and, heaven forbid, they DANCE. Some who could not take that sight should of course stay at home until they are able to accept people talking, dancing, listening, and enjoying themselves. People who are in poor health should definitely not expose themselves to unnecessary risks ! People have to use common sense... but there is very little of that to be had. Personally, if I were having therapy that effected my immunity, or if I just finished such treatments, I would follow my physician's directions AND use my common sense. I'd not to go to the squares (should they resume), or to crowded indoor bars and restaurants until my doctor felt my condition was back to normal. Just think of your own medical condition, and then "use your head" as my dad used to say....LOL... when you decide "to go, or not to go". Just also please don't pontificate, preach, or dictate what others should do. You don't know if they think the same as you. None of us know the medical histories of others completely (unless in your immediate family), so let's each and every person make that personal decision for themselves, and not start telling others what they should do.
We all should be careful about our own potential exposure, and our ‘neighbors’ exposure....those without higher risk health concerns must also exhibit caution, as they become carriers and spreaders of the virus when they let their guard down. The exact situation is happening on college campuses across the nation. The time for relaxation of restrictions is when an effect vaccine had been distributed. For now, social distancing and facial covering.

[pattytracey]

Open the squares stop the fear let us enjoy life again this is beyond ridiculous

[Girlcopper]

We all should be careful about our own potential exposure, and our ‘neighbors’ exposure....those without higher risk health concerns must also exhibit caution, as they become carriers and spreaders of the virus when they let their guard down. The exact situation is happening on college campuses across the nation. The time for relaxation of restrictions is when an effect vaccine had been distributed. For now, social distancing and facial covering.
Wear your mask, social distance and go live your life. If we hibernate until we get a vaccine,itll be next year. I have life to live

[Randlor01]

Someone mentioned not opening the squares until Covid is under control. We were told that a few months would flatten the curve. Still under CDC guidelines everywhere. So WHEN will this be under control??? The numbers have been proven to be skewed (who actually died of Covid versus who died with it that did not contribute to their deaths). I am for personal responsibility. If you are medically fragile stay home but for those of us that can wear masks and social distance, we should not be forced to stay cooped up like rabbits. For the person who said that the bars should open first - they are open and we have been enjoying music and entertainment in them. So why aren't the village squares open...?

[merrymini]

Open up. If you are afraid, stay home or do whatever you want. I will do whatever I want. Sick and tired of being cooped up and having my rights infringed upon. Good luck with the vaccine. Cannot even be certain it will work. Force me to take it? Try it.

[Marykschulz]

People who might choose to sit at crowded squares with hundreds of other people should have to sign waivers saying they will not go to hospitals if they come down with Covid. It’s not right that poor decisions risk the lives of health care workers.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

People who might choose to sit at crowded squares with hundreds of other people should have to sign waivers saying they will not go to hospitals if they come down with Covid. It’s not right that poor decisions risk the lives of health care workers.

I doubt that that's a possibility but it does open the question of The Villages being sued if someone can prove that they caught the virus while attending an entertainment event at a square.

I agree with people being responsible for themselves but in our litigious society, I wouldn't be shocked to see this happen.

This can also be expanded to include someone who never went to the squares but has contracted the virus from someone who did.

As long as the CDC guidelines are in place, I think that The Villages has to be very careful.

[BumpaOompa]

Let’s give these guys the benefit of the doubt. I’m sure they aren’t opening this weekend. Before we crucify them let’s see their plan and then we are free to let them have it. I would rather see some progress that indicates it will come back then seeing them dismantle the drink shacks.

[DonH57]

Very bad idea to open the squares back up during with what we're going through at this time. I can just see the "square ambassadors" trying to get people to social distance. :ohdear::ohdear:

They could enforce social distancing with cattle prods set to " stun ".:duck:

[guitarguy]

Hasn’t anyone noticed the entertainment taking place for weeks at various country clubs? I see no Big upturn in new COVID cases. Someone Please explain

[Sunflower1]

Someone mentioned not opening the squares until Covid is under control. We were told that a few months would flatten the curve. Still under CDC guidelines everywhere. So WHEN will this be under control??? The numbers have been proven to be skewed (who actually died of Covid versus who died with it that did not contribute to their deaths). I am for personal responsibility. If you are medically fragile stay home but for those of us that can wear masks and social distance, we should not be forced to stay cooped up like rabbits. For the person who said that the bars should open first - they are open and we have been enjoying music and entertainment in them. So why aren't the village squares open...?

“Forced to stay cooped up like rabbits.” You are being dramatic. Get an Alexa and tough it out. :)

[Parker614]

Closed at least through September.

[kendi]

Very bad idea to open the squares back up during with what we're going through at this time. I can just see the "square ambassadors" trying to get people to social distance. :ohdear::ohdear:

Edna’s has been open with entertainment and it’s been wonderful. People are respectful of the social distancing. The fact that it’s a smaller venue than the squares certainly helps. People go more to listen to the music and relax. Would be nice if the squares could open with the same mindset. Not sure if it’s possible though.

[Chi-Town]

Noticed they were putting new soda dispensers and shields in at all the "Bait Shacks" at LSL this am. Might be getting ready for entertainment again? Wouldn't the bars needed to be opened first?

Changed the soda dispensers to Coke. A good sign that an opening is in the works.

[New Englander]

How could you social distance with groups like Johnny Wilde,Uncle Bob's Rock smShop or Rocky and the Rollers?

You can't.

[JFPLYMOUTH]

Amen to that!!!! If you are high risk or just afraid, please stay home. And let us crazy folks thin out the heard for you🌞

[Joe C.]

Alexa can be your friend ??? Boy, did you drink the kool-aid.
Alexa is nobody's friend. It listens to EVERYTHING YOU SAY. It only responds to your direct commands, but "big brother" hears it all. And if you don't believe it, then you are truly a "lemming".

On a brighter note, all those who enjoy Coca-Cola products will be able to enjoy them at the squares and at nearby restaurants. Ever notice that when you asked for a diet coke or coke the waiter/waitress asked if you would mind a Pepsi? Coke hasn't been available (allowed) here in the past.

Things are changing.

[starflyte1]

You can't.
Johnny Wild plays each Monday evening at Lopez CC. Social distancing is strictly enforced!!!

[westernrider75]

Totally agree!

[Dana1963]

Yes we need more asymptotic people among us to get to heard immunity. Free entertainment is worth it.

[Brynnie]

Totally agree. If the make the mistake of opening the squares before the pandemic is under control I hope they also open up multiple Covid testing facilities and put the ER on notice to get ready for the upcoming onslaught. I would rather wait to dance than risk experiencing what it's like to be on a ventelator.

Haven’t we learned our lesson yet about opening things up too early?? Now we’re seeing that a second wave of the virus is hitting France, Italy, and Germany. That does not bode well for the US, since we haven’t even controlled the first wave yet! Use your brain, people! Dance (and drink) in your lanai.

[KRM0614]

What is LSL ?

[JohnN]

I hope that the squares will have nightly entertainment very soon.
If you are high risk, take precautions, keep safe, but please let the rest of us get on with our lives!

Holy Smokes! Have you looked at recent Florida and US virus data? Do you think this is remotely under control? Every school trying to open is closing because coronavirus is everywhere. The bike festival in South Dakota was a virus boondoggle for virus containment. I know you want to dance, I do too. But we need to as a society to do a little better job of being safe.

Check the data. https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/national/coronavirus-us-cases-deaths/

[NoMoSno]

Holy Smokes! Have you looked at recent Florida and US virus data? Do you think this is remotely under control? Every school trying to open is closing because coronavirus is everywhere. The bike festival in South Dakota was a virus boondoggle for virus containment. I know you want to dance, I do too. But we need to as a society to do a little better job of being safe.

Check the data. https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/national/coronavirus-us-cases-deaths/
More accurate FL data:
ArcGIS Dashboards (https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html?fbclid=IwAR2UgnpGyCT04zRQpq1dhgDFvdVSLm c3Wfhd_5XKZCxh0TO9diCqDkDLsqA#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c86)

[Velvet]

What is LSL ?

Lake Sumter Landing... market square.

[gatorbill1]

I think you will need to sign a document when going into square saying you will not file suit against ANYONE. One stating you are willing to die for the right to drink and dance.

[graciegirl]

Lake Sumter Landing... market square.

Thank you Velvet. One of the few sensible posts on this thread. I keep up with you and know you are staying in, and that also you are a painter, an artist. Wish you would share some of your endeavors.

[coffeebean]

Amen ! Too soon ?? It's been far too long to fear sitting outside listening to music. But, I'm sure some will object if a husband and wife get up and, heaven forbid, they DANCE. Some who could not take that sight should of course stay at home until they are able to accept people talking, dancing, listening, and enjoying themselves. People who are in poor health should definitely not expose themselves to unnecessary risks ! People have to use common sense... but there is very little of that to be had. Personally, if I were having therapy that effected my immunity, or if I just finished such treatments, I would follow my physician's directions AND use my common sense. I'd not to go to the squares (should they resume), or to crowded indoor bars and restaurants until my doctor felt my condition was back to normal. Just think of your own medical condition, and then "use your head" as my dad used to say....LOL... when you decide "to go, or not to go". Just also please don't pontificate, preach, or dictate what others should do. You don't know if they think the same as you. None of us know the medical histories of others completely (unless in your immediate family), so let's each and every person make that personal decision for themselves, and not start telling others what they should do.

Keep in mind, perfectly healthy people, mostly the younger ones without underlying conditions, have died from Covid. NO ONE is immune from this virus. You may think you are a healthy specimen but that means nothing to this virus. It can still cut you down.

[coffeebean]

Amen to that!!!! If you are high risk or just afraid, please stay home. And let us crazy folks thin out the heard for you������

You are being very flippant. You won't be so flippant if you wind up on a ventilator. Your last words just may be......."Oops, I guess I was wrong".

[asianthree]

You are being very flippant. You won't be so flippant if you wind up on a ventilator. Your last words just may be......."Oops, I guess I was wrong".

If u r on a vent words are not one of your strengths. Plus while on a vent u have zero knowledge of your surroundings. Been there twice, for more than 10 days, have zero knowledge of either event

[Carl99]

Open the squares, I want to live my life , not just sit home

[Stu from NYC]

Open the squares, I want to live my life , not just sit home

How did it work out when people sat shoulder to shoulder at bars?

[New Englander]

Keep in mind, perfectly healthy people, mostly the younger ones without underlying conditions, have died from Covid. NO ONE is immune from this virus. You may think you are a healthy specimen but that means nothing to this virus. It can still cut you down.

:agree:

[YouNeverKnow]

How did it work out when people sat shoulder to shoulder at bars?
They are still sitting shoulder to shoulder. Go by City Fire in Lake Sumter any evening and every bar stool is full (shoulder to shoulder) people standing two deep behind those sitting at the bar. (Blowing cigar and cigarette smoke in each other’s faces) Belle Glade Entertainment nights and Trivia totally packed with tons of people (no distancing going on there.) Yes, both of these instances are outside but people are not more than a couple of feet from each other’s faces.
Go figure.

[bwalton49@yahoo.com]

Open the squares stop the fear let us enjoy life again this is beyond ridiculous
Let the good die young!

[Bdame]

Agreed

[starflyte1]

They are still sitting shoulder to shoulder. Go by City Fire in Lake Sumter any evening and every bar stool is full (shoulder to shoulder) people standing two deep behind those sitting at the bar. (Blowing cigar and cigarette smoke in each other’s faces) Belle Glade Entertainment nights and Trivia totally packed with tons of people (no distancing going on there.) Yes, both of these instances are outside but people are not more than a couple of feet from each other’s faces.
Go figure.

I saw Petrina at Belle Glade on Saturday night, August 15, and the tables were spaced for social distancing. I saw no place” totally packed with tons of people”. I was there. Were you?

[Altavia]

The squares could be reopened with relative safety if everyone in the square wore masks. Require drinks/food in separate socially distanced areas.

COVID-19 severity likely dose-dependent - Wear a mask - YouTube (https://youtu.be/1ffoIqIKWSI)

More or less what is being done to open schools.

[Barborv]

If people want to go to populated areas, as long as EVERYONE is wearing a mask and not sitting on top of each other, it could work. But it has to be mandatory masks to protect the health of others. Just like you are not allowed to smoke in places, you have to wear a helmet , you have to wear a seat belt, drive at certain speeds, etc. This is to protect us and from each other. I'm tired of hearing about rights, what about other peoples right. They have every right to be there also. But Im talking when you're in crowds. Not taking a walk or golf cart drive, etc. I'm starting school in a week and it is MANDATORY to wear masks and 6 ft. apart. It will be in the classrooms but in the halls, forget about it. Obviously staff is most concerned, for Im sure the high school students, not so much. This is in NY.

[coffeebean]

Agreed

What are you agreeing to????? Did you agree that the "squares should be open" or did you agree to "let the good die young"??????

PLEASE quote the person you are addressing your comment to. We are not mind readers on this forum.

Thanks.

[coffeebean]

I saw Petrina at Belle Glade on Saturday night, August 15, and the tables were spaced for social distancing. I saw no place” totally packed with tons of people”. I was there. Were you?

Not all establishments are following the social distancing guidelines. I stay away from those but have no problem spending time and money at establishments which do follow guidelines. City Fire is one place I have not gone to and will stay away from indefinitely.

[Wallyworld]

I agree, and even if there is a vaccine I doubt it will be 100% effective. Live your life, every day you let slip away you are one day closer to the end.

[Timothyimitchell]

I would guess the majority of Americans feel this way. I do too. Live life and Get on with it.

[Packer Fan]

Holy Smokes! Have you looked at recent Florida and US virus data? Do you think this is remotely under control? Every school trying to open is closing because coronavirus is everywhere. The bike festival in South Dakota was a virus boondoggle for virus containment. I know you want to dance, I do too. But we need to as a society to do a little better job of being safe.

Check the data. https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/national/coronavirus-us-cases-deaths/


Dear Karen,
yeah, 7 cases out of 450,000 bikers- scary. What you have not figured out is - this is a bad case of the flu. Yeesh - if you are scared stay home and stick your head in the toilet. Let the rest of us who understand the risks are not that great go about our lives.
We have done the math and the risk is just not that great. 45,000 people die EVERY YEAR in auto accidents - do you not get in cars? Leave the rest of us out of your terror, we are not scared.

Signed - the majority who think Fauci is the problem.

[Bay Kid]

Let the good die young!

Die young or hide old? Life is short no matter what. If you scared to go outside understandable.

[Art cov]

They will try to force us to take a vaccine after 20 rats have survived. Good luck with that!!! Most wont want their shot. If you think not wearing a mask is horrendous, what will you think of people who won’t have their vaccines papers on them to prove that they got it. Ding, ding, ding round 2 ladies and gentlemen. Buckle up it’s going to get interesting! 🤨

[Number 10 GI]

Whole lot of speculation based on some very flimsy evidence.

[davem4616]

Hasn’t anyone noticed the entertainment taking place for weeks at various country clubs? I see no Big upturn in new COVID cases. Someone Please explain


it's all about risk....

they have lawyers, you have lawyers

IMHO for decades we should have closed down all the law schools and converted them to med schools, or trade schools

we have way, way more than enough lawyers

[Stu from NYC]

it's all about risk....

they have lawyers, you have lawyers

IMHO for decades we should have closed down all the law schools and converted them to med schools, or trade schools

we have way, way more than enough lawyers

Well remember what Hamlet wanted to do to all the lawyers

[Dgizzi]

Noticed they were putting new soda dispensers and shields in at all the "Bait Shacks" at LSL this am. Might be getting ready for entertainment again? Wouldn't the bars needed to be opened first?
The bars in the squares are open and have been

[Altavia]

They will try to force us to take a vaccine after 20 rats have survived. Good luck with that!!! Most wont want their shot. If you think not wearing a mask is horrendous, what will you think of people who won’t have their vaccines papers on them to prove that they got it. Ding, ding, ding round 2 ladies and gentlemen. Buckle up it’s going to get interesting! ������

Really?

There are at least seven 30,000 person phase 2/3 trials in the US.

Some will fail, some will succeed.

I'm one of the rats...

Federal health advisors predict four coronavirus vaccine trials backed by U.S. could fail (https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2020/09/01/federal-health-advisors-predict-four-coronavirus-vaccine-trials-backed-by-us-could-fail.html)

[Art cov]

Really! Sounds like they don’t have a clue and are trying to tell you not to put faith in what they are doing. Read that article closely. Good chances of failure and they admit it! The flu shot in itself is difficult for the making as a different strain comes out and they say (that’s the reason your flu shot didn’t work) lol they have worked on flu shots for many years and your telling me that you will trust them to come up with a miracle concoction in a few months. Just what might be injected into your body? Most of us have read the side effects of medicines. I wonder what might be the side effects of the COVID-19 shot. Even the brains of this outfit don’t know. Some might say, “WHO CARES” and be the first guinea pig to get in line! At least if your so inclined to hurry to the trough and get yours, let the doctors, chemists, and nurses get theirs first. Amen!

[EdFNJ]

The bars in the squares are open and have been Really? If they are they are breaking the law. Restaurants can serve liquor but free standing bars can't be opened unless they are also serving food to the same customer. They had been (legally) for a couple weeks then got closed. Don't remember seeing people standing at the bars at City Fire boozin it up..

As of 2 weeks ago:

State official: Bars, breweries could remain closed 6 more months due to coronavirus (https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/2020/08/14/state-official-bars-breweries-could-remain-closed-6-more-months/3375545001/)

[thesquare]

I think "CDC guidelines" is just an excuse for foot dragging on opening the squares. There's dancing at Edna's on the green with Scooter and other entertainment.

[Villager-Wannabe]

For those of you yearning for entertainment, you could always attend the Leesburg Bikefest which was rescheduled for November 13, 14, and 15 - 2020. Just wear black, don't shave for a few days, and you'll fit right in. Still could be a tad risky though.

[milling73]

Totally agree. If the make the mistake of opening the squares before the pandemic is under control I hope they also open up multiple Covid testing facilities and put the ER on notice to get ready for the upcoming onslaught. I would rather wait to dance than risk experiencing what it's like to be on a ventelator.
Seriously ??? - your hysteria
Is not warranted. Going to The Squares is not mandatory. If you feel it is not medically safe - Don’t go.
But there are also many who feel it is time to resume all activities indoors and out.
If we wait until there is no risk of anyone catching this virus or any virus or flu or cold - that will be never.
Besides wasnt the Villages promise of entertainment, clubs, activities, classes etc - why most of us came here in the first place??

[Dana1963]

Well remember what Hamlet wanted to do to all the lawyers
“Let's kill all the lawyers" is a line from William Shakespeare's Henry VI, Part 2, Act IV, Scene 2.

[sail33or]

Funny that now the area without the Squares (Finney) has all the entertainment that used to be at the Squares.

Finney grill and Ednas on the Green have regular entertainment. Even Johnny Wild will be playing Ednas soon. It will be packed.

[dewilson58]

Seriously ??? - your hysteria Is not warranted.


But there are also many who feel it is time to resume all activities indoors and out.

Besides wasnt the Villages promise of entertainment, clubs, activities, classes etc - why most of us came here in the first place??


So did the college students, the holiday celebrators, etc.


What's that word???.......Ummmmm. What is it??? Oh yes, Entitled.



:ohdear:

[Dana1963]

Dear Karen,
yeah, 7 cases out of 450,000 bikers- scary. What you have not figured out is - this is a bad case of the flu. Yeesh - if you are scared stay home and stick your head in the toilet. Let the rest of us who understand the risks are not that great go about our lives.
We have done the math and the risk is just not that great. 45,000 people die EVERY YEAR in auto accidents - do you not get in cars? Leave the rest of us out of your terror, we are not scared.

Signed - the majority who think Fauci is the problem.
45,000 in a year how about 190,000 in 6 months at the end of March there were only 9600 deaths.

[vintageogauge]

Bars can open at 50% capacity starting Monday 9/14/20. Don't know if the shacks are considered bars.

[Chitown]

Seriously ??? - your hysteria
Is not warranted. Going to The Squares is not mandatory. If you feel it is not medically safe - Don’t go.
But there are also many who feel it is time to resume all activities indoors and out.
If we wait until there is no risk of anyone catching this virus or any virus or flu or cold - that will be never.
Besides wasnt the Villages promise of entertainment, clubs, activities, classes etc - why most of us came here in the first place??. Thank you. Thank you for common sense. I am sick and tired of the hysteria over the virus. From birth we are subjected to viruses, bacteria, and germs. People have been in contact with dangerous germs, viruses and bacteria forever. If you were elderly, if you had a lot of health issues, if you had a compromised immunity many, many things could kill you, hell the annual flu kills 60,000 people a year. If you don’t like the idea of people going on with their lives without fear then for God sakes stay home. The fact is that Florida’s death rate is now below 2%. I’ll see everyone at the squares and any other venue that has crowds. And by the way I’ll be happy to shake your hand when we meet.

[Chitown]

Well my friend then you stay home. You drive around with your mask on in your car, you drive your golf cart with your mask on. It has killed so many more people because so many more have contracted it than the flu. Everyone wants to ignore that the death rate is now below 2% and dropping. The doctors who monitor viruses at the cdc admitted the other day that thousands of people are still dying from the swine flu and other strains of flu from 10 years ago. At what point are you going to say enough is enough. I’ll take my chances. I have had family and friends contract COVID 19 all recovered with minimal symptoms. If your going to wait for this virus to be eradicated from society then you mine as well wear your mask and stay home forever.

[Bay Kid]

I think "CDC guidelines" is just an excuse for foot dragging on opening the squares. There's dancing at Edna's on the green with Scooter and other entertainment.

Hard to trust the CDC. Just another gov group that love to control it's people.

[EdFNJ]

Well my friend then you stay home. You drive around with your mask on in your car, you drive your golf cart with your mask on. It has killed so many more people because so many more have contracted it than the flu. Everyone wants to ignore that the death rate is now below 2% and dropping. The doctors who monitor viruses at the cdc admitted the other day that thousands of people are still dying from the swine flu and other strains of flu from 10 years ago. At what point are you going to say enough is enough. I’ll take my chances. I have had family and friends contract COVID 19 all recovered with minimal symptoms. If your going to wait for this virus to be eradicated from society then you mine as well wear your mask and stay home forever.


First of all, I'm not your friend. People are still getting polio, whooping cough and measles, dying from drug overdoses, drunken driving and swimming too close to finishing lunch so what's your point? I never said word 1 about staying home, wearing masks or driving golf carts, you simply "spun" that onto my post to avoid what are facts. I simply said "get your facts straight" and stop minimizing what is going on. It would seem quite obvious why your "family and friends" contacted Covid if they have attitudes like yours. Do they know how many people THEY may have killed by spreading it? I am happy to hear they survived but again, what's your point? 200,000 have NOT survived.

You said "It has killed so many more people because so many more have contracted it than the flu." Well DUHHHHHHH! Thank you. On that I rest my case. Your "talking points" sadly sound so familiar.

[skyking]

. Thank you. Thank you for common sense. I am sick and tired of the hysteria over the virus. From birth we are subjected to viruses, bacteria, and germs. People have been in contact with dangerous germs, viruses and bacteria forever. If you were elderly, if you had a lot of health issues, if you had a compromised immunity many, many things could kill you, hell the annual flu kills 60,000 people a year. If you don’t like the idea of people going on with their lives without fear then for God sakes stay home. The fact is that Florida’s death rate is now below 2%. I’ll see everyone at the squares and any other venue that has crowds. And by the way I’ll be happy to shake your hand when we meet.

I agree! I hope to see you at a Square very soon

[coffeebean]

Hasn’t anyone noticed the entertainment taking place for weeks at various country clubs? I see no Big upturn in new COVID cases. Someone Please explain

Social distancing can be controlled in those environments. Social distancing will fall by the wayside at the squares. It will become a free for all when Rocky or Johnny Wild and other great groups provide the entertainment.

We are going to see Johnny Wild in a couple of days for a dinner show at the country club at Stonecrest. The tables are spaced apart and are very much within proper CDC guidelines.

Sorry, but social distancing at the squares will be impossible to maintain when a popular band is playing and folks will not be wearing masks while they are sipping on their adult beverages.

[coffeebean]

Edna’s has been open with entertainment and it’s been wonderful. People are respectful of the social distancing. The fact that it’s a smaller venue than the squares certainly helps. People go more to listen to the music and relax. Would be nice if the squares could open with the same mindset. Not sure if it’s possible though.

Has Johnny Wild or Rocky played at Edna's? I didn't think so.

EDIT: Just read on another post that Johnny Wild will be playing at Edna's. If that is the case, why don't they open up the squares? He draws a huge crowd and social distancing will be impossible to maintain.

[coffeebean]

Johnny Wild plays each Monday evening at Lopez CC. Social distancing is strictly enforced!!!

That is a completely different type of venue than the squares. But, I'm sure you already knew that.

[coffeebean]

What is LSL ?

Lake Sumter Landing is one the three squares in The Villages. It is between Spanish Springs and Brownwood in betweenr of Morse Blvd and Buena Vista Blvd. LSL is, by far, my favorite square.

[rustyp]

Has Johnny Wild or Rocky played at Edna's? I didn't think so.

Johnny Wild is playing Edna's Sept 23 3-6 PM.

[coffeebean]

If u r on a vent words are not one of your strengths. Plus while on a vent u have zero knowledge of your surroundings. Been there twice, for more than 10 days, have zero knowledge of either event

Of course, you are correct about that. The sentiment would be BEFORE being put on a vent. That is the last time before being sedated and unable to speak with the tube in your trachea.

[coffeebean]

Open the squares, I want to live my life , not just sit home

Do you promise to social distance?
Do you promise not to kill another human being if you become an asymptomatic carrier of this dreadful virus?

[coffeebean]

Funny that now the area without the Squares (Finney) has all the entertainment that used to be at the Squares.

Finney grill and Ednas on the Green have regular entertainment. Even Johnny Wild will be playing Ednas soon. It will be packed.

Seriously?

[Mikef99]

The mistake is not going on with life. If you do not wish to go to the squares, don't go. You can stay home which will also decrease the crowds. If you open one square there will be a crowd, opening all will keep people spread out more.

[coffeebean]

Johnny Wild is playing Edna's Sept 23 3-6 PM.

Just checked Johnny Wild's website and sure enough......you are correct. If TPTB are allowing this band to play Edna's and the place will be crowded. Then there is no reason why they are keeping the squares closed to entertainment.

[Polar Bear]

Just checked Johnny Wild's website and sure enough......you are correct. If TPTB are allowing this band to play Edna's and the place will be crowded. Then there is no reason why they are keeping the squares closed to entertainment.
Apples and oranges. No comparison between Edna’s and The Squares. Not even close.

[Dgizzi]

Noticed they were putting new soda dispensers and shields in at all the "Bait Shacks" at LSL this am. Might be getting ready for entertainment again? Wouldn't the bars needed to be opened first?
Bars are open in Brownwood. Thought they were open in all of The Villages?

[coffeebean]

Apples and oranges. No comparison between Edna’s and The Squares. Not even close.

Johnny Wild will bring the crowds. That is the point I was trying to make. I'm aware Edna's as a venue can not compare with the squares.

[Ladygolfer93]

Better have enforceable COVID rules. Since no other area entertainment venues are available it’s a certainty that younger non Village residents will be attending, drinking and violating COVID protocol. Confrontations are likely to occur. Too soon???????

Why would it be a "certainty" that the COVID suggestions would be violated by people because they are younger ? Maybe I misunderstood the inference, but does seem that perhaps younger folks who go to work, school, college daily would (on the average, nothing is ever certain) probably be much more inclined to follow the health guidelines and suggestions because they are far more used to them than retirees. Just seems like that group would be far more likely to do most of the "suggestions", but, you never know. Like everything else, each person has to assess their own susceptibility, fear level, and determine what activities they choose to participate in.