That is very hard for me to believe. You are kind and fair BK.

TWO YEARS ? Not a newbie any longer at all.

I was never taught not to discuss politics and in fact, have been active in politics for years and earned a living at it for a number of years.

Difference today is that we do not discuss ISSUES involved, but we only discuss PERSONALITIES. We seem to hate those who oppose our guy and tend to share that venom. We seem to feel that anyone who opposes us is a bad bad person, no matter the truth of the matter......not marching in step is a bad person.

We seem to have lost the ability to discern truth from fiction, or to have the care to even find out what is true. THAT is important because to discuss like an adult issues that are political demands that both parties being talking about what is real, not alternate reality.

I find it sad that we cannot discuss issues without sharing hate of some form.

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The Civil Discourse Club has been around for at least 10 years. It grew so much that they eventually went to two meetings for each topic. (I am not sure though if that happens every month.)

During winter, it can be really difficult to get in because of the size limitation of the meeting rooms. If you want to go, I suggest getting there early.

Upcoming Schedule:

“Self-Driving Cars and Society”
01/07 at 10:00 at Colony
Repeated on 1/14 at Savannah


“Presidential Executive Orders: Social Progress or Road to Dictatorship” on January 21 at Colony.

My email did not say anything about a repeat of the January 21 topic.

(I sure hope I do not get a complaint for sharing info on a club in TV that sometimes has political discussion — not always, not usually, just sometimes, and January 21 happens to be one.

For example, November’s topics were “The Five Love Languages” and “The Twelve Greatest Scientists.”)

The way it works is a speaker gives a relatively short, time-limited presentation on the topic. After that, people can go to a microphone, one-by-one, to make comments, also time-limited.

There really is something for everybody in TV. But with the size of the population, it is not always easy to find each other. Clubs that interest you can help — if you can get in the door.

(I still miss the old Lifelong Learning College.)

I miss the old LLC too.

P.S. I always enjoy your posts; they make me laugh.

Ditto. :thumbup:

I recommend both the screening and the gutters. Well worth the investment. The screens do allow for ventilation but also keep the ceiling of your front porch free of bugs.

We moved in in February and were bombarded with water and bug guys

Yes... I think I'm getting the "deep clean" scam too (not in Villages; "up north") Don't know what to do except challenge them on it -- "I brush and floss twice a day? Why to I need a deep clean?"

We get the chimney cleaners. The other day we had the termite control guy but we think it might've actually been a burglary operation, because the Stanley Steamer truck was behind our house, parked on the side of the back driveway that leads to the Senior Housing (our house's driveway is off this back drive to the Housing property, we have a right of way).

I've never seen the steamer guys even on the property, let alone parked out directly behind our fence.

We told the guy if he didn't get off our property we'd call the police. He got lost quick enough.

This is the best information ever. Thank you for sharing. You may have saved a life🦄

what an excellent idea. As a former nurse, I can totally see the value in this

We are moving in soon and looking home and health insurance. Any suggestions would be so helpful. Thanks!

Do not buy into getting your landscape done right away. Almost all of the landscapers that go into the new sections of The Villages are selling "wow effect" plants that may be diseased or stressed. Go with landscapers that are established. Take the time to drive around in the older sections of The Villages and take a look at how mature plants grow before planting. Those beautiful ornamental grasses look great, but keep them at a distance. They can attract rodents and snakes. A lot of the palm trees are not really suited for this area, and they can be very messy and require a lot of care. Drive around outside of The Villages too! Take photos of what appeals to you!

Hello from Kingston Pa. Here for the month of Dec. looking to buy and relocate here

:welcome:

Also some good advice---when you lose a lobster on a sports bet, PAY UP!!!!! (yes, 5 yd penalty for cross-threading)

Who is bring these info cards around?

Before purchasing look at the recreation news every Thursday. see what clubs you will be joining and determine how far away you are willing to travel day and night to get to them. No 1 reason we moved in was for all the clubs and activities, so dont move to far from what u plan on participating in regularly

Remember, always remember, you can not turn left from the right lane at a traffic circle. If you are going left you will always need to be in the left lane. Save you some anger and embarrassment.

I so agree with not bringing your furniture. I had a hard time leaving my Thomasville Collector Cherry Furniture. I knew it was way to heavy and presented a high monetary move expensive... My issue was purely getting over the emotional attachment. I did leave it and I am so very glad I did. I purchased lighter furniture in a coastal look. After 4 months I went into Bargains & treasures, Oxford Fl, and saw many of my pieces of furniture listed for $35 to $150 for sale second hand. WOW... if I would have brought it and know I would not have been happy I couldn't have even sold it for pennies on the dollar. So glad I didn't invest on moving it.

Avoid Tire Choice , and you will be much happier $$ wise & you won't get your car damaged

Oh that deep cleaning scam
 

Hello all
You make an appointment to take advantage of the free dental cleaning and x-rays in your medicare plan
you sit in a chair and wait for two hours only to be given an estimate for work you absolutely have to have done for $1700.

no thank you I was born at night but it wasn’t last night

I’m so happy to hear that there are honest ones in the villages
Thanks for the thread










QUOTE=graciegirl;641772]One of the things that new villagers don't do is to find a doctor and have their records transferred. It just isn't on your mind to do when you are not sick.

But many can tell you that health emergencies can occur at any time and it helps to have someone in possession of your records.

Do not ask me who to choose for a doctor. Ours is just o.k..Our dentist is so good that I hate to share.

O.K. Drs. Kathleen Williams and her partner at Palm Dental on 466 across from Crispers and next to Lang Eye. You owe me big time. I hope they don't get any busier than they are.

BE VERY CAREFUL of dentists. This is the first time I have lived in a place where they will scam you. There are a lot of unethical ones and dental hygienists too who want to deep clean you for over a thousand dollars.[/QUOTE]

Before stepping of the kerb to execise 'you right of way' just check that there is not a car coming at 30mph.
Saves such a lot of paperwork, police and medics time, etc.!

We found the best water and lawn and any other person we needed, were NOT the ones that came banging on the door. Check out crimes against seniors they have a list of the good and bad. Wait at least 3 months for landscaping changes. When life is back to normal the master gardeners have time times when you can meet at the library building for advice.

A couple more options:

Buy a lawnmower and an edger if you don't already have one, and mow your own lawn. The lots here are very small and a well-maintained mower with decent horsepower can keep it tidy without much effort. Edgers are even easier to use once you get the hang of it.

If you're buying a pre-owned home, decide if you like how it's been maintained up til the time you moved in. If you like it, use whatever service the previous owners used. They will know your property's lawn and landscaping needs better than anyone else.

It is good to check out the many great things being sold at the Marion Market-I especially like the fresh vegetables and plants--and lots of specialty items . BUT! Do NOT hire tradesmen advertising there to do expensive work for you unless you thoroughly vet them. We got stung badly by a landscaper we hired there to do extensive work for us and we discovered to our dismay that the photos he had on display at the Market were not even of his own work--he was lying. The people he brought in to take down a tree and widen the driveway didn't know what they were doing and I wound up with badly poured concrete with a busted sprinkler pipe underneath it. Major headaches. The planter stones also were improperly done, we had to have them all taken up and re-installed.

And to all new Villagers, you are required to get approval from the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) before you start any landscaping and driveway modification work as described in the above post.
And only honest and reputable landscapers and contractors will remind you of this requirement and be willing to prepare the documents you will need to submit (drawings, details, plant lists, and revised property site plans).

Hello. We’re new homeowners as of April. For those of you who are seasonal residents, at what temperature do you set your thermostat and do you leave any ceiling fans on low? Thanks.

When we were seasonal residents and left our home for a long period of time, we set the temperature on 83. We did not leave on any ceiling fans, but we left on a few light.

Thank you@dogs....seriously

I would set the thermostat at about 80 degrees. I don't think it is a good idea to leave ceiling fans on because they could overheat and cause a fire.

Hi to you both. I grew up in Pittsford, and moved here 10 years ago, and love it. Best of luck

Be sure to read and understand your deed restrictions as to what you can do or can't.
Also, check to see if your utility box (if any) is not obscured with landscape.

I like what you said above..but in the new village of Bradford, we are one of the first ones in..we have no neighbors to ask for lawn care..any suggestions?..

Yes, they are and not needed. They bothered us too for a couple of months and finally has stopped.

TV is generally loaded with small contractors of every kind, that like to take advantage of newcomers.

Beware, get quotes, check references, never pay up front.

Never fill out any forms from door knockers

It amazes me how much door to door salespeople traffic there is in TV, I have been renting only a couple of weeks and it's VERY annoying. I have a fix and it's working very good, I have a temporary sign i put on my door, it's small from the street but as you walk up to my front door its very EASY to read, it has only TWO words in bright red:

NO SOLICITING

When some idiot rings the doorbell more than once or rings followed by a knock I may go to the door as a courtesy. When I open the door, I flash a very big and friendly smile followed by slowly moving my right hand to direct their attention and eyes to the sign on the door. Not one word is spoken as I slowly close the door. So far it has worked to perfection!

We currently live in Avon, NY (snowbirds) but did live in Gates, for years. We bought a new home in Marsh Bend in March and just love it. Hopefully you'll sell the house in Rochester, get away from the terrible winters, and come on down to TV. Great place to live and enjoy retirement.

Use the internet and shop around for deals on things like golf carts. The shops and stores in The Villages are not the only answer to products.

If you are having your home custom built make sure the wiring for the ceiling fans includes separate switches for the fan and a (optional) light kit for the fan. It will save a lot of frustration over the long run of having to install a remote control or switch at a later time.

Your appliances are new. They can get covered under an extended warranty. There is no need to scrap everything just because it is not "upscale". Keep your carpet for a year or two while you shop around for great deals on something you may want to replace it with. That also gives you a chance to read up on contractors.

If you do not move with any furniture, bear in mind that it can take up to 2 months to get a bed and mattress that you want, or that perfect living room furniture set. It is so much better not to be rushed into anything because you moved in with no furniture. Do not be afraid to use the consignment shops to sell your old furniture.

Look for an independent home inspector to check over your home. The inspector will find problems quicker than you will and then you can coordinate any problems being fixed with the Home Warranty department. Pay attention to the crawl spaces, roof and insulation.

Do not jump into landscaping. It should be the last thing you work on. Give time for the ground to settle. Find out where the lines run and MAKE SURE THE CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN GLUED!!! (mine were not!)

Get the blueprints for your house. The blueprints will detail plumbing, electric, stud distances and so much more.

Get outside The Villages to gain a perspective on where you are. There are so many great events and shopping adventures in the surrounding area that are not advertised in publications like The Daily Sun.