PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
goodbye 2025, Hello 2026!
Greetings, Fellow SPVCA Members:
It's the New Year, and the First Quarter of the 21st Century is in the books. Our theme for our 2nd Friday Social will be "A Winter Holiday". Hopefully the temperatures outside won't feel like it. I did experience the winter feeling this week in Rocky Mountain National Park at 10K feet, and it was way more than enough for all of us.
Thank you to the many Members who volunteered for our December Activities.
• At our 2nd Friday Social we held our Toys-Themed Holiday Dinner, focusing on bringing out everyone's 'inner child' with Santa's Elves hosting. There were Gingerbread Cookies, a little Nog, and a Special Edition of a Holiday Sing-Along led by Mark Powell.
• Thanks to all who contributed a multitude of toys for the St. Johns Fire/Rescue's Annual "Fill the Truck Toy Drive".
• Thanks to those volunteers who helped build two handicap access ramps this month in support of the Council on Aging.
Thank you to those who have signed up to Host a 2nd Friday this coming year. We still have some openings. If you are hesitant to volunteer because you are unsure of what is involved, this month's experienced Hosts invite you to join them to learn what Hosting entails. It's a great way to get to know Members. Please contact Joanne Edward to sign up for the remaining opportunities in 2026.
Thank you for your donations of items for the St. Francis Housing Crisis Center in St. Augustine, in addition to the Toy Drive. This month we will again be collecting food items for the St. Francis Housing Crisis Center, as the need is acute during the cold weather to provide for a greater number of homeless being offered shelter. See the Newsletter Outreach page.
I also want to remind everyone that our Reserve Fund Campaign is still ongoing. Thank you to those who have already contributed. If you have not already, please consider supporting this critical need of the Association.
Another reminder to ajl, to please check the Member Directory on http://www.spvca.net to make sure you are in the Directory, including your email and phone number. If you are not in the Directory, or need to update, use the Membership Renewal as an opportunity to do so. P.S. - We are still looking for those 'selfies' to add to the Member Directory.
We thank you for, and encourage, your continued input regarding potential things you think we should consider doing (big or small) to improve as an Association, your experience as a Member, or to better serve the Community. We have responded to many of your suggestions this past year and will continue to do this year.
Thank you for the efforts of all the Members who participate and
volunteer for all the Activities throughout the year.
Thank you, and the Association depends on your continued support as
well as inviting others to join.
Happy New Year!
Respectfully, Glenn Perry
SPVCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2025-2026
President Glenn Perry
Vice President Bob Wagner
Secretary Donni Sadaka
Treasurer Chris Rich
Membership Noel Olson
Social Chair Joanne Edwards
Civic Outreach Maureen O'Connor
Maintenance Joe Moore
Finance & Technical Support Ron Cook
Newsletter Diane Henn
Director at Large Roger Fry
To contact any Board Member, go to SPVCA.NE and hit the "CONTACT INFO" button in the upper right corner of the page
MEN WHO MUNCH
LADIES WHO LUNCH
621 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine
Thursday, January 15th, 1130AM
To join the group, sign up on GroupValet
Contact: Sue Olsen
NINETEEN
TPC SAWGRASS
110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach
Thursday, January 15th, 11:30AM
To join the group, sign up on GroupValet
Contact: Bill Hem
BOOK CLUB
Monday, January 26th, 3 PM The Spy and the Traitor
By Ben Macintyre
The Spy and the Traitor by Ben Macintyre is a thrilling true story about Oleg Gordievsky, a high-ranking KGB officer who became a double agent for British intelligence (MI6) during the height of the Cold War, providing crucial secrets and ultimately orchestrating a daring escape from Moscow, often described as being as gripping as a John le Carre novel but entirely factual. It's celebrated for its suspense, real-life espionage details, and portrayal of the complex, tense relationship between the US, UK, and Soviet Union, focusing on courage, betrayal, and the high-stakes world of spies.
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By Noel Olsen
Membership renewals were due by September 30th. and
we have several Members who have not yet paid their
2025-26 Dues.
Family Membership is $130 per year and Single Membership is $65 per year.
The only way the Board can continue to provide SPVCA's value is through your continued,
valuable membership. Building maintenance is ongoing and a full slate of activities at the
Clubhouse and Outreach, are planned for this year.
To renew your Membership, please click on this link: Membership Renewal Application eForm
- South Ponte Vedra Civic Association (spvca.net) . Enter the appropriate information & click
on SUBMIT. If this is a Family Membership and you have not already, we ask that you add
additional names, emails and phone numbers so each Member can have access to our
Website and Reservation System (Group Valet) and receive information on the
Activities of Interest.
If for any reason you do not wish to use the Website, you can print & mail your Renewal
Form. For an application in pdf format, click on the following link SPVCA Membership
Renewal Form 2025-2026 Fill out the form and either mail it to the address below, or
email it to MYSPVCA@gmail.com .
Payment options are:
- Via Zelle with your bank to spvca@outlook.com.
- You can also pay by check to SPVCA 2724 Ponte Vedra Bivd. Ponte Vedra Beach, Fi32082.
If there are changes to your Contact Information, please fill out the form and click SUBMIT.
Thank you for your continued participation in the South Ponte Vedra Civic Association!
Questions?
Contact: Noel Olsoi
- New Members! -
We Extend A Hearty SPVCA Welcome to:
- Deborah Mahoney -
For a New Member Application, please click the following link:
https://www.spvca.net/
which takes you to the SPVCA Home Page, where you can choose to download either
a PDF, or a Word copy of a New Member Application.
By Joanne Edwards
You're invited to our Friday Social on January 9th
Join us in celebrating the Season at our
"Winter Holiday" themed event.
Get ready for a fun-filled evening with good company and festive cheer.
The event will be catered by Brisky's BBQ.
We can't wait to see you there!
Your Social Hosts for the Evening include:
Carol Boagey, Patti & David Bo newell Cyndi White-Haight & Glen Bowling,
Bentley Burnham, Al Lear, Susanne Mickler, Sue and Ed Olsen,
Donna & Dave Otzel and Mary Sammartino
Please Note:
We will be holding our Annual Super Bowl Pool Event
in lieu of the 50/50 Raffle
Our January Host Team is experienced. Thus, we would welcome any First-Timers
(in particular, those who have joined in the last couple of years)
who would like to learn how things are done.
We always need Volunteers to Host our Monthly 2nd Friday Socials!
Please consider stepping up, otherwise,
Socials will, and have been, canceled!
Volunteering is a wonderful opportunity to connect with Fellow Members,
and contribute your effort to the SPVCA.
Joanne Edward, our Social Chair, will assist you at every step.
Online Monthly Social Photo Viewing
To view the Monthly Social Pictures and others, clicking this link, Social Photos, takes you to the
First Page of the SPVCA Website where there is a link to "Current 2nd Friday Social Pictures".
- Enjoy the View! -
- Ladies Who Lunch -
Ladies who Lunch had their Holiday Luncheon at
The ReefRestaurant on Thursday Dec. 18th.
Everyone said the food was delicious.
Lots of back and forth on books, toys and both old and new technologies.
Note the Bright Holiday Attire.
Clockwise the attendees were:
Chris Rich, Sue Olsen, Cindy Fraher, Suzanne Mickler, Carol Boagey, Barbara Nailer, Donna Otzel, Pat Christensen and Maureen O’Connor
January's Luncheon will be at Aunt Kate's
We'll meet there at 11:30AM.
- Men Who Munch -
Last month, we enjoyed Lunch at St Augustine Fish Camp
This month,
we will be Lunching at
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TPC Sawgrass
Ponte Vedra Beach
Thank you, Members of the SPVCA,
for your generous donations of toys for the
Annual Toy Drive conducted by St Johns Fire/Rescue.
Not only was the Toy Box overflowing,
but two additional very large shopping bags were stuffed!
Additionally, I want to give a huge shout out to:
St Johns Fire/Rescue Station 9, South Ponte Vedra Beach.
Thanks to Captain Green and his Crew,
the toys collected by South Ponte Vedra Civic Association
were able to be picked up and delivered for distribution.
Happiest of New Year's to All
A good amount of food donations was delivered to the St Francis House,
which was greatly appreciated.
As the need is extremely great, January's Pantry Donations will be designated again for
St. Francis House.
As St. Francis House works with the Homeless to find shelters and housing, they
request simple to prepare foods - ie. Pop-Top cans, microwavable foods, etc.
along with the standard non-perishable foods, such as:
Rice
Spam
Pasta
Cereal
Canned meats
Tuna (pop top cans)
Canned Vegetables (pop top)
Pasta Sauce (plastic containers)
Microwaveable Mac & Cheese Mixes
Many Food Pantries are running very low on supplies.
Your donations are greatly appreciated and needed.
Thank you for your continued support of our Community.
Maureen O'Connor
By Glenn Perry
• The North Beach Park upgrades have finally been completed!
• Porpoise Point Vehicle Access Ramp will be closing January 5 to raise and harden the ramp to better protect from protect from astronomical high tides and tropical weather.
• Smoking, vaping and associated litter prohibited on St. John Beaches as of December 5, 2025.
• The County is still seeking input from citizens on future Coastal Management Plans. Survey is at https://survev.alchemer.com/s3/8127600/b78308539dcd .They are planning on making recommendations in early 2026.
• St. Johns County is still moving forward with plans to restore approximately 5 miles of damaged dunes from 3175 S Ponte Vedra Blvd (Serenata Beach Villas) to 2539 S Ponte Vedra Blvd (2 miles north of SPVCA) but is now scheduled for spring/summer. Funding is from FEMA and the State.
• Live Christmas Trees should be put out for collection on your yard waste collection day.
• If you are planning on replacing your tattered U.S. flag, know that the County lists numerous drop off bin locations on its website https://www.sjcfl.us/departments/solid-waste-mgmt/. The county just announced that it has collected over 23,000 flags since 2019. Click on "Recycle Coach", then "what goes where", and type in "flag" and list should appear. Speaking of recycling, the county announced a record 46% recycling rate.
• There are many St. Johns County issues that affect all of us. For example, Zoning and Permit issues that affect you or your neighborhood including the A1A Corridor. Look up the status of any permits or inspections on your 0wn property. Keep abreast of any opportunities for you to provide your input by knowing how to find out and receive notices. See https://www.sicfl.us/stay-informed/ including the administrator's monthly letter https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Community-Letter-from-County- Administrator-Joy-Andrews.html?soid=1102402690952&aid=ii0ugBae1FI
• The county has created a new section on its website to inform residents about planned, ongoing, and completed public works, utilities, and coastal projects. www.sicfl.us/services-and-information/featured- proiects/
• For St. Johns County Government information and to sign up for newsletters of interest: https://www.sicfl.us/stay-informed (Or download the app for your phone: https://www.sicfl.us/sic- connect/
SPVCA "Assistive Medical Equipment Lending Tree for Members"
If you have a wheelchair, walker, cane or other assistive medical equipment, which you no longer need, please contact
Lisa Goldberg for listing your name and the equipment you are willing to lend. It will be added to a list posted on the
SPVCA website where Members in need of such equipment can look for availability. Contact Lisa Goldberg if your needed
equipment is available or make a request to be notified when it may become available.
Are you, your family, or someone you know, looking for a venue to hold a Meeting,
Family Reunion, Birthday Party, Wedding, Memorial Service, etc.?
- There are dates and times when the SPVCA Facility is available -
- The Facility can accommodate as many as 92 people with tables and chairs -
- It is affordable and there is a discount for Members! -
- The SPVCA Facility Use Categories and Fees can be found on the SPVCA Homepag.
For additional information, contact the Building Coordinator under “Contact” on the SPVCA Website.
- Very Happy (Birthdays! - j
By Ron Cook
- Barbara Cook - - Celia Moore -
- Mark Powell -
- John Rooney -
- Cyndy White-Haight -
We can and will wish you a "Happy Birthday" in the Newsletter,
only if you have registered and then listed your Birthday (month/day only) in the
SPVCA Member Directory.
To record your Birthday on our Website,
please follow the instructions on the SPVCA Website page in this Newsletter.
Any questions/problems should be directed to: Ron Cook
By Alan M. Fisher, Esq.
Using a False Name Can Be A Crime
It's The Law???
If you use a false name to receive a benefit or fool someone, it is a crime.
It's The Law???
Twenty years ago, a man had a run-in with the Police in Michigan. When asked for his
identity, he produced a Driver's License and AAA Card under the name of Santa Claus.
He was charged with using a fictitious name to avoid prosecution.
The police did not believe he was Santa and probably for good reason. Santa drives a
sled not a motor vehicle and lives in the North Pole. Hence, he would not have a state
license in the U.S. Most importantly, Santa would never commit a crime.
It's The Law???
"Santa", whose real name is Warren Hayes, had obtained a Driver's License and Car
Registration from the State of Ohio. To add icing to the cake, he even had a AAA Card
in Santa's name. The judge dismissed the case based upon the state identification
issued by Ohio. As a result, he held that, at least in Ohio, Santa Claus has been a
"real person" since 1982. It's The Law???
Years ago, Macy's fired a drunk Santa and hired another person to attend the Macy's
Thanksgiving Day Parade as Santa. He did so well, that Macy's hired him as the
store's Santa. When an executive of the store learns that this man who lives in a
retirement home calls himself Kris Kringle and claims to be Santa Claus, she has him
committed to the Mental Ward at Bellevue. A court hearing ensues and the judge tells
Kris' lawyer that he must submit proof that Kris is Santa, or he will be indefinitely
committed.
The U.S. Postal service to the rescue. They decided to deliver all the mail
addressed to Santa, to the man claiming to be Santa. Case dismissed. Although the
case is fictional, the lesson to be learned is: enjoy the Holiday Season, and may you all
be safe and happy; perhaps by rewatching the movie "The Miracle on 34th Street".
It's The Law???
Disclaimer- This article is general in nature and not intended as legal advice.
If you have a legal issue, consult an attorney.
ThankjYou!
SPVCA Handicap Ramp Crew
December 17 in St. Augustine.
Particpating Members included: Ed Olsen, Roger Fry,
Glenn Perry, Mark Powell, and Joe Fleming.
- Bridge Club -
Bridge was not held on December 4th.
Carol Boagey and new Member Kathy Dickey won the 1st Place Prize on December 18th,
while Gay Langton and guest Donald Kolath won the Small Slam prize.
- Second Friday Social -
Bingo Winner
Sue Schultz
Our "Winner Take All Championship" Winner,
Mike Giftos
- SQTVCfl. WeSsite Notes -
By Ron Cook
We have updated our website with new software. The look and feel is a little different but I think you will enjoy it. In order to access your account, please follow the instructions below.
1) Login Process - All you need to do is visit www.spvca.net, click Login/Register, click Forgot Password, and enter in your email address. You will receive an email in a few minutes from noreply@phasethree.com that will contain a link to reset your Password. If you are having problems, contact the Administrator at myspvca@gmail.com .
2) Update your information - Once you have logged in, go to the Directory of Members & make sure your information is correct.
The HOME Page includes certain links including "The Current Newsletter", "Current 2nd Friday Social Pictures", and others.
The ABOUT US drop-down has links to "Who we are & What we do", "Newsletters", "Important Phone Numbers" and "Photo Gallery".
The DOCUMENTS drop-down has links to Meeting Minutes, Newsletters, Budgets & other Organizational Documents.
The DIRECTORY OF MEMBERS drop-down allows you to look up any Member.
The CALENDAR shows all up-to-date activities.
The Membership drop-down has e-forms you can use for electronically submitting applications for New Memberships or Renewals.
The NEWS Page will be used in the future to post important information for our Members.
The CONTACT Page allows you to send messages to the entire Board, or certain Board positions.
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Food and arrangements are made for each activity, based on the number of sign-ups.
If your plans change after the sian-uo closes, please contact the organizer of that event
directly so they will have an accurate count of attendees.
Second Fridays Ladies Who Lunch Men Who Munch
Joanne Edwards Sue Olsen Bill Henn OR Ron Cook
Bingo: Mark Powell OR Dennis Froio OR Ron Cook