A Special Notice to The Rainbow Family of the Villages
From the Club Board Members
The Rainbow Family & Friends Club (RFFC) was formed in August 2007 & has operated since with a variety of Board Members and Chaired by Peggy Garvin & Wendy O’Donnell. We are a social & philanthropic group focused on building our sense of community & furthering the acceptance of the LGBTQ+ residents here in Central Florida. Over the years we have sponsored weekly gatherings plus operate a website, Facebook page, and weekly publications to keep interested individuals informed on social, sports, & entertainment opportunities all designed to bring the LGBTQ+ community & supporters together.
After thirteen years of service, it is time for Peggy & Wendy to pass on the leadership of the RFFC to others who can bring new ideas, a fresh perspective, and a different voice to the group. The Board has met & we’re glad to say everyone agrees that preserving the Club is important & all have committed to continuing their future service. After much discussion we have decided the best way to create this transition is to reach out to the community to find additional volunteers who would be willing to invest their time & talents working with the Club. Listed below is a partial list of some of the tasks/projects we typically undertake. Many of these are currently managed by Board members who may want to retain their responsibilities but could use assistance of additional volunteers:
- Website: creating, monitoring, updating site pages; maintenance of the calendar page; maintenance of our advertising page, responding to inquiries from prospective residents/questions, etc.
- Facebook Page
- Weekly Bulletins / Notices
- Weekly Entertainment w/ Bonifay (currently managed by Jill Friedman & Linda Sherman); New People Greeters, E-mail list sign-up volunteers
- Treasurer
- Website Advertising Liaison
- Charitable Projects/Contributions Coordinator & Volunteers
- Producer & volunteer staff for major entertainment events
- Sound/lighting technician for major events
- Contact person as The Villages Lifestyle Coordinator (Club Leaders meetings, annual contract, room reservation tasks)
- Additional responsibilities as a new structure evolves
If you are interested in participating as a committed volunteer please reply on or before October 1, 2020 to rainbowfamilyvillagesfl.com listing your email address, telephone number, and area of interest. We look forward to a successful transition & new beginnings.
Rainbow Thursday @ Bonifay Country Club Resumes with Important Restrictions:
You do not need to wear a mask while sitting or eating at your own table; however, a mask must be worn while socializing between tables/individuals.
Because of the Covid-19 virus situation, the Rainbow Family and Friends Club cannot recommend whether or not to attend Rainbow Thursday.
Each person must make that decision for themselves.
Entertainment
September 3 - Rock Solid
September 10 - Susie Casta
September 17 - Lissa Conan
September 24 - Susie Casta
- Seating will be limited to 65 reservations with 4 or 8 per table.
- Reservations will be accepted one week in advance (no multiple weeks allowed).
- Call 205-7455 starting on Friday for the next Thursday (no online reservations).
- Bonifay encourages social distancing & wearing masks.
You do not need to wear a mask while sitting or eating at your own table; however, a mask must be worn while socializing between tables/individuals.
Because of the Covid-19 virus situation, the Rainbow Family and Friends Club cannot recommend whether or not to attend Rainbow Thursday.
Each person must make that decision for themselves.
Entertainment
September 3 - Rock Solid
September 10 - Susie Casta
September 17 - Lissa Conan
September 24 - Susie Casta
As we continue to struggle through the challenges of the global Corona virus pandemic our
Rainbow Family & Friends activities are currently rather limited to mostly outdoor events such as
golf, pickle-ball, water volleyball, etc.
Our website lists many of these sports on our “Calendar” page.
If you are interested in participating, click on the specific listing to obtain contact information
to confirm dates, times, etc.
Hopefully, we will get past the need for social distancing in the near future & can resume our
usual schedules soon.
In the meanwhile please stay safe and healthy in all you do.
Best regards -
Your Rainbow Family & Friends Club Board Members
Rainbow Family & Friends activities are currently rather limited to mostly outdoor events such as
golf, pickle-ball, water volleyball, etc.
Our website lists many of these sports on our “Calendar” page.
If you are interested in participating, click on the specific listing to obtain contact information
to confirm dates, times, etc.
Hopefully, we will get past the need for social distancing in the near future & can resume our
usual schedules soon.
In the meanwhile please stay safe and healthy in all you do.
Best regards -
Your Rainbow Family & Friends Club Board Members
“Paid advertisement. Not a Rainbow Family sponsored event.”
Please Note: Unless otherwise indicated, event information is provided as a community service and is not sponsored by the Rainbow Family & Friends Club. Please contact the event sponsor directly with any questions or concerns.
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Go to: https://www.facebook.com/rainbowfamilyvillagesfl/
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