Dick Betts The Villages, Florida

Michelle and I have been hosting Halloween Parties for many years and coming out of Covid we did something different, theme parties.  Instead of scary stuff we started a tradition of picking a theme each year.  We have done a Pink Party as everyone wore pink in honor of Breast Cancer Month, Lip-s...

Today and tomorrow, I will be sharing October events you are invited to attend.  I shared earlier about the OktoberFest and tomorrow I am sharing another event I hope you attend.First the OktoberFest, for $12 and get Brats, Rolls, Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, and German Chocolate Cake?  Plus,...

I get asked all the time which is better for the wind here in The Villages, FL block stucco or wood frame.  I tell people it is a matter of preference as both homes are built to the same building codes when it comes to withstanding wind.  You can see by the picture homes built in The Villages nee...

The Villages Penn State Chapter had a white out party last week and we did a 50/50 for “Our Moment Café.”  The president Gail Royster was in attendance and I was able to spend some time understanding their mission here in The Villages.  What they offer is such a great need in our community and fo...

How about Mallory Hill Country Club?  Great place as I have meetings their often and enjoy the atmosphere.  From their website www.malloryhillcountryclub.comWelcome to Mallory Hill Country Club Restaurant, nestled in the heart of The Villages. Experience a delightful blend of casual elegance and ...

Michelle (my wife) stepped up and volunteered to do an interview about volunteering.  She is a busy lady which works out well as I am a busy guy also!  Michelle started sharing about Bible Study Fellowship and international organization that meets here in The Villages.  Here is a link if you want...

I shared we have been using Kroger Delivery on occasion for groceries.  About Kroger Delivery they do not have a local store rather they build a distribution center for delivery in Groveland, FL not that far from The Villages.  We decided to try their crab legs, two-pound box frozen for $25.98, w...

Another week in the books, actually eight articles, share about hurricanes as an extra and three videos.  Yep food number one again this week “Cane Garden Country Club, You Need to Try It” about doubled the other top two articles for the week.  Coming in second was “Historic Side Social Club” and...

The other morning, I needed to be someplace before 8:00 am and it was about 6 miles away.  The temperature was 72º, sun was coming up from the east and I was driving to the west.  Such a beautiful morning I decided perfect for a golf cart ride!  If you are out and about early in The Villages you ...

From Kindal:  Who doesn’t love a good deal?  I think we all do in some way.  Back in my hometown of Iowa, we had resale shops and Goodwill, but nothing like we have here in The Villages.  When you think about all the donations these stores get from people downsizing, moving into assisted living, ...