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A New Way To Experience Israel After 55

Recently, my husband and I saw a Facebook advertisement about an opportunity to volunteer in Israel. We were immediately interested and decided to apply. What started with a simple advertisement has now turned into an exciting journey, and we wanted to share our experience so others in our 55+ community will know that opportunities like this exist. After registering for the program, we completed the application process, submitted the required documents and paid the applicatio

Sep 43 min read

Farnham D and Grantham C Earn CIAC Accreditation

The CIAC Committee is pleased to announce that two more CVE associations have earned CIAC accreditation. Farnham D Association and Grantham C Association were recently awarded accreditation after demonstrating that they operate at a high level of quality and are generally in compliance with Florida Statutes, applicable federal laws and their own governing documents. With the addition of Farnham D and Grantham C, the number of currently accredited CVE associations has grown to

Sep 41 min read

Temple B’nai Shalom Prepares for High Holiday Services

Temple B’nai Shalom is preparing for its annual High Holiday celebration this month at the Activity Center, with services for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur open to both temple members and the community. Services will once again be led by Cantor Mitchell Martin, whose spiritual and meaningful services were extremely well received by those who attended last year. High Holiday tickets are free for Temple B’nai Shalom members and are available to the public for $118 per person. On

Sep 41 min read

A New Way To Experience Israel After 55

Sep 43 min read

Farnham D and Grantham C Earn CIAC Accreditation

Sep 41 min read

Temple B’nai Shalom Prepares for High Holiday Services

Sep 41 min read

Holiday Craft and Gift Show

VENDORS, sign up is now open for the Relay for Life Craft and Gift Show. Sunday, December 6th from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Le Club, Century Village. Table rentals are $15 each and must be paid for by October 31st. For reservations call Larry at 508-259-5381. Larry Cohen

Sep 41 min read

Remembering Arthur “Ponto” Ponto

Longtime CVE resident Arthur D. “Ponto” Ponto, of Prescott B, passed away July 14, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving behind cherished memories and lifelong friendships. Born Dec. 4, 1936, in the Federal Hill section of Providence, Rhode Island, Ponto was known for his kind heart and the lasting impression he made on those who knew him. During his career as a long-haul truck driver, Ponto traveled an extraordinary 6.3 million miles across the country behind the wheel of a semi-t

Sep 41 min read

Blanche Weinberg Obituary

Blanche Weinberg, a CVE resident for more than 25 years, died peacefully on June 27th, not long after her 101st birthday. Blanche was married for 26 years to her first husband, Paul Kahn, who was among the first violinists in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. She was married to her second husband, Jerome Weinberg, for 30 years. After Jerome’s death, her final partner in life—as well as in bridge—was Sudhakar Bhatt, who passed away in their CVE condo in 2022. Blanche love

Sep 42 min read

Orange Creamsicle® Sugar Cookies

This recipe caught my attention because as a child and still today, the combination of orange and creamy vanilla makes my mouth water. You know… orange sherbet and vanilla ice cream? Yes. These cookies will definitely bring your tastebuds back to that delicious frozen treat known as the Creamsicle. I was tempted to chop the white chips, but the finished cookies look really “fat” with the whole chips, so I used them whole. Also, you may wish to forgo the food coloring. T

Jun 122 min read

CIAC Accreditation Highlights What Makes a “Good Building”

What makes a condominium association a “good building”? According to the Century Village Accreditation Improvement Committee (CIAC), the answer goes far beyond friendly neighbors, attractive landscaping and a desirable location. In a recent article, CIAC explained that prospective buyers and Realtors often ask whether a building is well managed and financially stable. When associations apply for accreditation, CIAC reviews several factors, including whether budgets are proper

Jun 11 min read

Residents Seek Insurance Savings for Communities

As insurance costs continue climbing across Florida, a newly formed group of Century Village East residents is launching an initiative aimed at helping condominium associations reduce insurance premiums while maintaining quality coverage. The group, made up of retired business owners, says rising insurance expenses have become one of the most pressing financial issues facing condominium communities, including both high-rise and garden-style buildings. According to organizers,

Jun 11 min read

Boards Get Smarter

The COOCVE Executive Committee has announced the formation of a new Educational and Informational Subcommittee aimed at strengthening knowledge and resources for both board members and unit owners across the community. The subcommittee will develop a monthly calendar of webinars and seminars covering governance, non-governance, and general informational topics. A key focus will be helping board members meet condominium compliance certification requirements as regulated by the

May 11 min read