[frayedends]

I've only bought a house this August and I will only be there a few weeks at a time over the next 2 years while we finish up our careers. I'm a bit of an introvert when I don't know how things work. Much more outgoing when I'm comfortable.

Anyhow, I see calendar of events on the Villages page. I'm assuming, maybe incorrectly, maybe not, that these are all events booked by clubs of some sort and aren't just open events? Is that correct? Unfortunately on the website, clicking a link to an event doesn't provide any info. Example, is Walking Away the Pounds a club I'd need to join or is this just a group walk and anyone can show up.

Otherwise, is there equipment at the rec centers for things like bocci? If the court was free would it be possible to just get equipment and go play anytime it isn't booked for an event?

If I was down there I'm sure I could get all this info at a rec center, but hoping to be prepared before I'm there.

Any tips and info appreciated.

[2newyorkers]

Go to any rec center and pick up the Rec center news. There is usually a contact number for each club. Since there are now thousands of clubs it is hard to give a direct answer to your question.

[frayedends]

Originally Posted by 2newyorkers

Go to any rec center and pick up the Rec center news. There is usually a contact number for each club. Since there are now thousands of clubs it is hard to give a direct answer to your question.

Oh hmm, my question was regarding if the calendar of events is all club related, and apart from that how one goes about using the facilities at the rec centers. I did mention I'm not there yet so can't go to a rec center to find out.

If I'm reading your post right, the direct answer to my first question is, yes, they are all club related. Correct?

[Bill14564]

There is equipment at the rec centers for bocce, shuffleboard, cornhole, etc. Yes, if the courts are not scheduled for an event then they are available to anyone. Typically, there will be a sheet near the court or the equipment room to let you know if/when they are reserved.

Many of the clubs are open to anyone. There are some that are open only to members or take reservations. If you see one that interests you, give it a shot: walk in and find someone who looks like a host and simply ask.

There are a couple of online lists of the clubs with contact numbers. One will be off districtgov.org->Departments->Recreation. Look for the Recreation Publication (or something like that) which will have a weekly schedule for each of the rec centers for an alternate way to search for activities.

[Dusty_Star]

Originally Posted by frayedends

Oh hmm, my question was regarding if the calendar of events is all club related, and apart from that how one goes about using the facilities at the rec centers. I did mention I'm not there yet so can't go to a rec center to find out.

If I'm reading your post right, the direct answer to my first question is, yes, they are all club related. Correct?

I am not sure myself, but if, in your example you chose the first on your list at Moyer Rec center & open it up - it gives the name, phone number & email address of the organizer. So, I think what you would do is select a couple of those activities near you & contact the organizer. They will tell you if they are full or welcoming new participants. I think, Good Luck. Please let us know how it goes.

The organizer might also give additional info, as in for the walk please bring bottled water, or please get there at least 10 minutes ahead of time. Things like that.

[villagetinker]

Here is a link to the website with the full listing and contact info:
Village Community Development Districts
You should be able to send an email or make a phone call to get more info directly from the club contact. Do not print out, as i recall it is now well over 200 pages!

[frayedends]

Originally Posted by Dusty_Star

I am not sure myself, but if, in your example you chose the first on your list at Moyer Rec center & open it up - it gives the name, phone number & email address of the organizer. So, I think what you would do is select a couple of those activities near you & contact the organizer. They will tell you if they are full or welcoming new participants. I think, Good Luck. Please let us know how it goes.

The organizer might also give additional info, as in for the walk please bring bottled water, or please get there at least 10 minutes ahead of time. Things like that.

When I click on events it only opens a small window showing the same info, place/time. I'll keep trying. Thanks for the help! It could just be the events I happen to click.

ETA: I did find a couple that had some info. Most, even the ones with "social club" posted, don't have any info and few of them are in the club list. Oh well, I guess when I get there I'll have to find my people and figure it out.

[Maker]

For scheduled clubs, meetings, etc... The master list is available as a PDF online at districtgov {DOT} org
Lists everything happening that are scheduled events. Other listings are a subset, and often omits info.
If you are interested in details, you can call or email the contact person. Or when you are here, go to the event; best before it's start time rather than during the event.
Rec centers have things you need to play in many cases. So many types of events, not sure if that is for every type.
Outdoor events (pickle ball, tennis, etc) have cold water to drink.
Pools have water fountains, bathrooms, and a pop machine.
Inside rec center events have water and (usually) coffee.
Some of the scheduled get togethers are run by organized clubs. They might have a yearly fee (or donations bucket) to cover costs the club pays for. I have dropped in to a few and never been refused to stay as a guest for that meeting.
If a court is not booked, it's open for your use if someone else isn't already there. But there are multiple courts, and multiple locations.

There are also one-of-a-kind types of events. Things like an art show, car show, holiday events... I have not seen where all of those are listed in one place. Usually scattered in different areas. Weekly TV newsletter has many, but skips a lot. THe developer's newspaper The Daily Sun has info - some is online at their web site. Sometimes special events are promoted in facebook. Sometimes in these online forums. Unless I've managed to never find that all-comprehensive-listing, that is a huge opportunity for improvement by TV rec dept.

Another place where events might be found is in facebook. Look for groups for your neighborhood (and nearby) for strictly local things happening. Things like a decorated golf cart parade, driveway party, neighborhood get togethers, etc.

[HIgolfers]

Originally Posted by frayedends

I've only bought a house this August and I will only be there a few weeks at a time over the next 2 years while we finish up our careers. I'm a bit of an introvert when I don't know how things work. Much more outgoing when I'm comfortable.

Anyhow, I see calendar of events on the Villages page. I'm assuming, maybe incorrectly, maybe not, that these are all events booked by clubs of some sort and aren't just open events? Is that correct? Unfortunately on the website, clicking a link to an event doesn't provide any info. Example, is Walking Away the Pounds a club I'd need to join or is this just a group walk and anyone can show up.

Otherwise, is there equipment at the rec centers for things like bocci? If the court was free would it be possible to just get equipment and go play anytime it isn't booked for an event?

If I was down there I'm sure I could get all this info at a rec center, but hoping to be prepared before I'm there.

Any tips and info appreciated.

Walk away the pounds, Walking Aerobics, and similar are just show up and participate ( provided there is room- after Jan 1 they fill up fast so you may have have to show up 30-45 min before scheduled start times). Craft type classes may be different.

[Bogie Shooter]

Here is the link to the Recreation Department on the District web site, Village Community Development Districts


VCDD Rec News

[frayedends]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

Here is a link to the website with the full listing and contact info:
Village Community Development Districts
You should be able to send an email or make a phone call to get more info directly from the club contact. Do not print out, as i recall it is now well over 200 pages!

Thanks. I guess where I'm getting lost is something like this...

Event is on the calendar that says "Bone Builders". No info on what it is, no contact info when clicked on. Go to the full list of clubs and find nothing called Bone Builders. I'm going to guess this is just something that people that know, know and if not, it's not an open club.

But apart from that there are numerous things listed as Recreation, rather than Social Club. I'm assuming these are things you can just show up and see if you can get in. Sort of like how Jerry and Linda talk about going to water aerobics and getting there early.

[frayedends]

Originally Posted by HIgolfers

Walk away the pounds, Walking Aerobics, and similar are just show up and participate ( provided there is room- after Jan 1 they fill up fast so you may have have to show up 30-45 min before scheduled start times). Craft type classes may be different.

Thanks for the post. That's what I'm sort of figuring out now after looking at all these events.

Also thanks to "Maker" for providing good info! I did know about the cold water in the rec centers. We were there in August and after 30 minutes in the very hot quiet tech cart, we realized swamp ass is a thing and the water at Franklin was very refreshing.

[Dusty_Star]

Originally Posted by frayedends

When I click on events it only opens a small window showing the same info, place/time. I'll keep trying. Thanks for the help! It could just be the events I happen to click.

ETA: I did find a couple that had some info. Most, even the ones with "social club" posted, don't have any info and few of them are in the club list. Oh well, I guess when I get there I'll have to find my people and figure it out.

Interesting. I am using an Android phone. When I click on your first example in your list: Walk Away the Pounds Moyer Rec, it gives me what I mentioned, name of organzier, her phone & her email. & a heart thing to 'add to my activities'.

Same thing with the next example Water Aerobics Churchill.

I wonder what we are doing differently?

Plus, in these examples I believe they are not 'clubs' but groups that meet for the stated purpose.

Additonal info i thought of: I am using the Villages app on my phone. I go to Calendar. I am not clicking Social Clubs.

[frayedends]

Originally Posted by Dusty_Star

Interesting. I am using an Android phone. When I click on your first example in your list: Walk Away the Pounds Moyer Rec, it gives me what I mentioned, name of organzier, her phone & her email. & a heart thing to 'add to my activities'.

Same thing with the next example Water Aerobics Churchill.

I wonder what we are doing differently?

Plus, in these examples I believe they are not 'clubs' but groups that meet for the stated purpose.

Additonal info i thought of: I am using the Villages app on my phone. I go to Calendar. I am not clicking Social Clubs.

Oh great tip! I was on thevillages.com website. I tried on my app and, like you, I have all that info. Thanks!

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