How Often Are You At The Squares For Nightly Entertainment?

[Michael 61]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

[ThirdOfFive]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.
How often? Occasionally, usually in conjunction with some other event taking place simultaneously (car show, wine tasting, etc.) and almost always when Rocky and the Rollers are playing, which is not a problem as they usually seem to be booked on big event nights.

[Keefelane66]

Hardly ever maybe once a month.

[Bilyclub]

We tend to go in spurts. Depends on the weather, crowds, tee times, bands.

[Tommyc6]

We visit one of the squares nightly even if just for an hour or two.

[Number 10 GI]

Been here almost 5 years now and have gone to the Squares maybe 4 times. Holds no interest for me. Usually too hot, too crowded and too noisy. I'm glad others enjoy it.

[Gpsma]

Rarely at first. Never anymore.

Except for maybe those tgat really enjoy live music, the squares quickly become a novelty that fades fast

[Kenswing]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.
We’ve been here a little over two years now and went through pretty much the same progression you have. We’ll still go once in awhile to see one of our favorite groups or maybe to see a new group that plays music that we like. But it seems with all the new housing along the periphery of The Villages that the squares are getting increasingly crowded, even in the summer. We probably go to paid shows at Savannah and The Sharon more than we go to the squares now.

[MrFlorida]

Occasionally, not so much anymore..

[justjim]

Most would agree two things about the squares. First, it’s a great marketing tool for the TV Developer and two it’s a good money maker with all the monthly commercial leases. For most residents the novelty wears off after the first couple years. We only go occasionally to eat at the restaurants, take in a show, or some other special event such as the monthly classic car cruise-in. To each his own.

[rustyp]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

Less frequent visits to the squares could be a sign the honeymoon period may be waning.

[RedChariot]

After 11.5 years here, we never go to the squares. Too loud, too crowded, too hot, difficulty parking, questional talent of the bands. I could go on, but won't.

[Chi-Town]

Once or twice a week. At least once a week one square or another has some sort of event.

[Dotneko]

Never. We are a 2 minute golf cart ride to Sawgrass and we have never been there at night. I have brought guests to dinner and totally forget that there are bands playing until we are trying to park at BlueFin lol.

[golfing eagles]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

After 10 years here, pretty much down to whenever we have curious visitors and maybe Rocky once a year.

[thelegges]

Thirteen years, only go when company comes,( not family since they detest crowds). Always avoid Rocky, not a fan of wall to wall people

[dewilson58]

2 to 3 times per week.................if our schedules will allow.

50/50......................music/people watch

[Velvet]

About 2 times per year for the last 5 years. Too many people on “good” nights. Used to be more often when I visited my parents, it was once weekly.

[Pugchief]

When UpNorth for the summer, we still go to live music at least once per week. When in TV, unless it's too cold or too hot, we try to go ~3x/week but rarely stay for more than 2 sets, and it's usually just one. I like the variety of choices and close proximity. Yes, parking and crowds can be a hassle sometimes, but it's usually manageable. I didn't move here to stay home and watch television. Same with the restaurants. Sometimes on the squares, sometimes on the outskirts.

[billlaur]

Im tired of the staff at the squares telling me where I can and cannot sit..Then I stand and tell me you cant stand there,,,so i dont bother anymore....

[mraines]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.
Like you, I used to go almost every night. Now I only go if I really like the band. I love to dance. Sometimes, I will try a new band and see how they are. There are a lot of new ones. I agree with you about the schtick. It got old a long time ago but the music is still good.

[mraines]

Im tired of the staff at the squares telling me where I can and cannot sit..Then I stand and tell me you cant stand there,,,so i dont bother anymore....
I don't know why that should be a problem. The staff is obligated to keep aisles clear for emergencies.

[Papa_lecki]

We go often, but we don’t sit around and listen to the music. We use it as an excuse to get out of the house and walk some more.
We eat dinner, head out to a square for a 30 or 60 minutes, come home and watch whatever we are binging.

[billlaur]

I don't know why that should be a problem. The staff is obligated to keep aisles clear for emergencies.
well one person says its ok here 10 min later another guy says not good here.so I say adios muchacha

[dewilson58]

I don't know why that should be a problem. The staff is obligated to keep aisles clear for emergencies.

Besides different staff giving different instructions....................there is one guy at Brownwood who is way, way over the top. He will move a chair four inches. He is entertaining to watch. He loves his job.

[Michael 61]

Besides different staff giving different instructions....................there is one guy at Brownwood who is way, way over the top. He will move a chair four inches. He is entertaining to watch. He loves his job.

Yep - I’ve been on the other-end of he moving my chair “a few inches”. Had to just shrug and go with it. (And I thought I was a strict rule-follower - lol)

[unialimon]

Much Prefer Ednas

[Pondboy]

Read once some where that the average “Villager” will stop going to the squares after 3 years. We still work so it’s rare for us to go.

[margaretmattson]

The sunset at Lake Sumter still manages to take my breath away. Watch the turtles, and enjoy the cool breeze from the lake.

Some of our favorite restaurants are in Brownwood or LSL and we eat at them a few times a month. Love to walk around afterward and enjoy chatting with the people we meet along the way. Stop for some ice cream, watch the waterfalls, take a stroll around the gardens, then take a deep breath and soak up the moonlit sky. Life at these times seems almost perfect and I wish I could bottle the joy that I am feeling.

Then, we cross over the crowds listening to the band, hear the screech of the bad acoustics, get sneered at by drunks, and pray our car has not been damaged by someone who felt the need to squeeze in. Welcome back to the real world!

[Garywt]

We are not in Florida as much as we would like but when we are there we head to the squares at least 3-4 times a week. We never go into the middle of the square but sit on the outskirts a little. As long as we can hear the band is all that matters. We sit back enjoy the music, the fresh air and usually an ice cream.

[I'm Popeye!]

Once or twice a year......

[PersonOfInterest]

What squares?

[gbs317]

We go whenever we have family or friends visit, otherwise rarely now after five years here.

[banjobob]

Poster from Stone Crest asks? What Squares.

[msilagy]

Let's go see Rocky and the Rollers for the 100th time! I really am villaged out! Didn't get to the square once in 6 months last winter

[CarrieOn]

Since sawgrass opened .. I prefer to chill there.. smaller crowd.. I must be getting old..

[NotGolfer]

Been here 14 yrs....at first we'd go frequently, sometimes just to drive around and sometimes if a spot available we'd park. Now, never! As others said---too crowded, limited parking, hot, or wet, and it's lost it's appeal. IF/when we get visitors we'd take them. Used to go to Panera frequently and other spots too but that's no longer appealing neither. Think when the plague came it changed alot of "habits"....or maybe not. I do know we stay home a lot more. Meaning we got used to it and we like the comfort here.

[daca55]

I’m single so I enjoy going to the squares to be with people and listen to the music. I think if I was in a relationship I would be like most people who have commented here and only go once in a while.

[deborahcme]

Novelty always wears off, no matter where you are. There's a kind of magic in being a "newbie" that makes issues like parking and crowds disappear. I love that there's free entertainment available whenever I want to take part. But yeah, you get to know the bands and their routines, and you get to where you sort out the "greats" from the "ok, we have music and it's free," ha ha! When I lived in Italy, I became aware of a community thing called "la passiagiata" (and I hope I spelled that right). Basically, it translates as "the walk." Anyway, in the evenings, people would stroll along the shops and restaurants lining the beach. They'd greet old friends, make new ones, exclaim over dogs and kiddos and show off their new clothes or hair dos, shop the windows, maybe grab a slice of pizza with a glass of vino, or have a real restaurant meal. Admire the ever-changing sky as the sun set. This evening walk also had its downsides--crowds, heat, etc., but almost everyone agreed that it was way better than being stuck in the house watching TV.

[Dnash]

Would go to the squares more if there was more country music and less stock and and Roll.

[MikeC]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.
Pretty much same. Every night during lifestyle visit. Then slowly went down to now after 7 years we only go to see a favorite band. Winters are crowded with snow bird arrivals. Summers are too hot until later in the evening. Our new favorite band is Sugar Vibe

[DonH57]

Been here almost 5 years now and have gone to the Squares maybe 4 times. Holds no interest for me. Usually too hot, too crowded and too noisy. I'm glad others enjoy it.

10 times in 10 years. Same reasons as yours.

[cindyfeh]

We go two to three times a week after being here for five years. We love the music, line dancing and the people! Living a half of a mile from Lake Sumter makes it very easy and convenient. It is a quick walk or cart ride.

[golfing eagles]

Novelty always wears off, no matter where you are. There's a kind of magic in being a "newbie" that makes issues like parking and crowds disappear. I love that there's free entertainment available whenever I want to take part. But yeah, you get to know the bands and their routines, and you get to where you sort out the "greats" from the "ok, we have music and it's free," ha ha! When I lived in Italy, I became aware of a community thing called "la passiagiata" (and I hope I spelled that right). Basically, it translates as "the walk." Anyway, in the evenings, people would stroll along the shops and restaurants lining the beach. They'd greet old friends, make new ones, exclaim over dogs and kiddos and show off their new clothes or hair dos, shop the windows, maybe grab a slice of pizza with a glass of vino, or have a real restaurant meal. Admire the ever-changing sky as the sun set. This evening walk also had its downsides--crowds, heat, etc., but almost everyone agreed that it was way better than being stuck in the house watching TV.

Sounds like a real life version of social media :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Brynnie]

Let's go see Rocky and the Rollers for the 100th time! I really am villaged out! Didn't get to the square once in 6 months last winter

Used to go a few times a year when we moved here 18 years ago, but the novelty wore off after a couple of years. They used to have long tables at LSL, where friends and neighbors could congregate to celebrate New Years Eve together. Anyone remember that? Christmas Tree lighting used to be fun, too. Crowds were much smaller then. Too many people now.

[Joe C.]

Our friends go to the square (SS) several times a week, and we usually join them and sit at Dunkin Donuts tables. Usually six of us and sometimes others join us and then there are ten or twelve. Just sit around talking and drinking an iced coffee. However, even that far from the band, it's way too loud and I have difficulty understanding what's being said at our table. Most of the bands actually SUCK big time. There are a few that are actually decent. But the music is too loud to be enjoyable. On the DB scale it goes up over 90db. Maybe OSHA should get involved because the band is getting paid to perform and the volume is in the unhealthy range. I'm partially deaf 60/40 and the music is still too loud.

[Tyson]

Once your here for awhile you dont go period. Too many old people just dancing like a clown, looking like a moron, just for attention.

[MandoMan]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

Last time I went was about a year ago, for an hour. The time before that, a year before. I was having fun dancing to Rolling Stones songs with several friends. I hurt my hip and ended up needing a hip replacement. The bands are talented, but not my sort of music. I gave up most rock decades ago. I’d definitely go to hear a good bluegrass band, or one that plays pre-1970 Country (not contemporary—I want to hear that pedal steel guitar), or one that plays the Great American Songbook (like Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra). But I don’t think that is going to happen. The music is free, but I can’t dance anymore, and music is free at home, too, so I don’t go at all anymore.

[kcrazorbackfan]

To each their own; here 8 years and we don’t go to the squares anymore.

[Laker14]

Not counting when we have company, probably once a month or so, sometimes more. Since there is no cost involved, we are fine with showing up, walking around. Maybe a dance if the music inclines us that way, often not. Watch the people. Watch the turtles. Maybe an ice cream cone, and admire the sunset over the lake.
Then a nice cart ride home, and settled back in the house by 8:00 or so.
We may, or may not bring our chairs.
Like much of TV, easy living.

[Nana2Teddy]

Rarely. We didn’t go much even as newbies 8 months ago, or on two lifestyle visits. We just like to be home at night unless we’re at a scheduled social event for our village, or a club meeting. We love the comfort of our own home, and watching television shows and movies at night after a busy day. Love our AC too, lol. We haven’t seen most of the bands, so only have one favorite (Spazmatics), and we’ll go see Scooter the DJ occasionally to watch the dancers, or at Edna’s. If we do decide to go spontaneously it’s always Brownwood since it’s an easy cart ride, and we wait until the last set so parking opens up around the square and we can sit in our cart. My knee that needs replacing always complains after I’ve climbed those bleachers, lol.

[paulajr]

Maybe 2 or 3 times a year …
Which is exactly why I tell people who insist they want to live “near Sumter Landing” or any square not to base their house hunting on that!

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

[Salty Dog]

We tend to just go when we've eaten at one of the local restaurants and happen to notice the music. We will wonder over and stay awhile if the crowd isn't too bad.

[Funkman]

Last time I went was about a year ago, for an hour. The time before that, a year before. I was having fun dancing to Rolling Stones songs with several friends. I hurt my hip and ended up needing a hip replacement. The bands are talented, but not my sort of music. I gave up most rock decades ago. I’d definitely go to hear a good bluegrass band, or one that plays pre-1970 Country (not contemporary—I want to hear that pedal steel guitar), or one that plays the Great American Songbook (like Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra). But I don’t think that is going to happen. The music is free, but I can’t dance anymore, and music is free at home, too, so I don’t go at all anymore.If you haven't done so already, you should check out the band Slickwood. Also on Saturday afternoons the group Fiddlerat (one of the guys from Slickwood, Henry Hood, who plays banjo and fiddle plays down at Sawgrass a couple times a month) Just saw them again today.

FiddleRat | 12pm-3pm

FiddleRat features a traditional Bluegrass instrumentation: guitar, mandolin, banjo, dobro, fiddle, and bass.

[GizmoWhiskers]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.
Not as often as I would like. Hate to sound like an old fuddy-duddy but really if volume could go down a notch it would be much more appealing to hang out in Brownwood "people watching" as the dancing is fun to watch. Same for restaurants and bars, volume way too high to enjoy most of the time. To have to scream to talk to people is too much work. Less is more. But still, I go a couple times a month.

Edna's on the Green is so popular come fall that a person can't pick up their mail via car so it's nice to be within walking distance. Go with friends a couple times a month as well, the volume still higher than I'd like but what are ya gonna do?

[Kelevision]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

I’ve actually never been to a square specifically for the entertainment. I mean of course I’ve been there for dinner while the bands were playing but I’ve never actually sat in the square or danced. There’s a band called Justin Heat and they’ve been around this area since I was in high school here. My friend is the drummer still to this day. Maybe I should go see them sometime. :shrug:

[cindyfeh]

Maybe 2 or 3 times a year …
Which is exactly why I tell people who insist they want to live “near Sumter Landing” or any square not to base their house hunting on that!
That is what our realtor told us when we said our top criteria was to be walkable to a square. Everyone is different. It would still be at the top of our list. The morning lake walks, spontaneous shopping trips and live music any night we desire is the best!!

[Al2014]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

Yogi said it best- No one goes there anymore. It's too crowded.

[jarodrig]

Once the novelty wore off , I avoid going to the squares like the plague !

Now only VERY occasionally and try to go when Valerie Gillespie performs…..

[BobnBev]

The apartment dwellers have taken most of the fun out of going, and it's only gonna get worse.:popcorn::popcorn:

[Flyers999]

Once your here for awhile you dont go period. Too many old people just dancing like a clown, looking like a moron, just for attention.
Well, they're not ALL old.

Dancing At The Square - YouTube (https://youtube.com/shorts/4GeJqon_-Gk?feature=share)

[vinricci]

Too LOUD for us.

[Stu from NYC]

Occasionally, not so much anymore..

Way to hot to go in the summer. Join

[Djean1981]

2-3 times a month...

[VApeople]

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

We almost never go to the Squares to listen to music because it is too loud.

Occasionally we will be at a Square when the music starts and we will listen to a song or two, but that's about it.

We were at Lake Sumter a few days ago when the music started. It sounded like some kind of Latin American music with a bunch of horns, so we got out of there.

[Laker14]

We almost never go to the Squares to listen to music because it is too loud.

Occasionally we will be at a Square when the music starts and we will listen to a song or two, but that's about it.

We were at Lake Sumter a few days ago when the music started. It sounded like some kind of Latin American music with a bunch of horns, so we got out of there.

I'm sorry I missed it. I would have enjoyed that.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Usually we try to get there at least once a month, more often when our cousins come to visit (they have a house right outside the Villages, they come once every 2-3 months for a week). It's a fun atmosphere, and I love dancing.

[44Apple]

By my unofficial observations, it seems like most people at the squares are either visitors or renters.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

By my unofficial observations, it seems like most people at the squares are either visitors or renters.

I don't know how you can tell that they're renters. Or visitors, for that matter.

I see a lot of locals, folks I don't know personally but who I see in the area, working, living, attending events and activities at the rec centers. There are also people who live in Lady Lake, who hang out at Spanish Spring Town Square, but don't live in the Villages. I think it's great. The town squares are not "Villages private property," they're open to the public. Friends and family and fans of the various bands come to listen and dance, people from all over the tri-county area show up to celebrate and enjoy.

We run into my cousins' neighbors often there - they live in a 55+ mobile home/RV park a bit east of The Villages. Always fun to see them, they're good folks.

And for those complaining that it's too loud - turn your hearing aids down. It's no louder than it was when you first moved in.

[dhdallas]

When I was on my lifestyle and short-term visits last year, I was at the squares pretty much every night, as the whole concept was very “novel” to me. I would open the Daily Sun each morning, see who was playing at each square that night, and drive or take my cart to that square ( a few times I made an appearance at all 3 squares the same night).

Once I moved here, I was going to the squares probably 4-5 nights per week for the first few months, and sampled most every band, and rated each on my phone, quickly determining which ones I preferred more than others.

Once I knew who my favorite bands were, I started just waited for them to appear at the square closest to me (Brownwood).

Then, I sorta stopped going to some that previously “were” one of my favorite bands, as the order of songs played, and even the “schtick” and “banter” between songs became repetitive, and almost identical to previous times.

7 months in, I’m down to maybe going to the squares once a week, and sometimes once every-other-week. I have found going out is more about sitting and socializing with my friends and neighbors, vs which band is playing (though I still have my handful of bands that I will make an attempt to see - just don’t want to “OD” on them).

Curious about how often others get out to the squares at night.

Never. The squares are too crowded & full of old people trying to act as if in their 20's (or drunk or both). and the 3rd rate bands are on a par with a garage band or a wedding band.

[44Apple]

I don't know how you can tell that they're renters. Or visitors, for that matter.

Open your eyes.

[VApeople]

It's no louder than it was when you first moved in.

Yes it is.

We used to be able to sit in the square and enjoy some of the music, but now the music is much louder.

One time at Lake Sumter we parked in the lot behind Toojay's and walked to the lake to listen to the band. We didn't like the music so we decided to leave but it was too loud to walk through the Square. We had to walk all the way around the Visitor Center and cut through an alley just to avoid the noise.

[patfla06]

After living here 9 years, not often.