Morning, Villages! You showed up big for this week’s poll, and the results tell a classic Villages story. We’ll get into that — along with development updates, cruise steals, community news, and more. Dive in and enjoy the ride.

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Monday’s Poll Results

🏡 How Many Times Have You Moved in The Villages?

Most Villagers claim to be “one and done” — and 289 of you checked the box for just one move. But your comments told the real story: everything from “We’ve only lived here 18 months!” to “All about the view!” to “Built it in 2011 and we’re good!” A few even admitted they clicked the wrong one.

The 83 two-time movers leaned hard into the classic Villager upgrades — bigger lanais, better views, and garages that actually fit all the toys.

Meanwhile, the three-timers (21 of you) openly joked you “know the movers by name,” and the four-plus crowd embraced their Professional Villager status with comments like “Tented then bought” and “Moved once… but I can see the possibility.”

The theme? Everyone’s got a story — whether you stayed put, leveled up, or are already scouting the next perfect view.

Thanks for voting and keep those poll ideas coming — hit reply if you’ve got a fun one for next week!

Dinner Club UPDATE

Before we take the next step, here’s the quick update: the matchmaking platform I’m evaluating can’t yet organize couples tables — that feature is coming early in the new year. But right now, it can easily support ladies-only, men-only, or singles-only dinner clubs. Given the makeup of The Villages, I’m not sure how strong the interest will be in each group, so I need your help to gauge it.

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Villages Development News

LaGrange & Long Prairie: The Fastest-Growing Corner of The Villages

If you want a fast, no-fluff look at how quickly the southern end of The Villages is exploding, this week’s flyover nails it. DD Aerial Photography sweeps over LaGrange and Long Prairie, showing slabs, walls, roofs, full streets forming — even the now-famous LaGrange construction traffic jam. You’ll also get a clean look at the mystery section nobody can identify yet, plus new waterfront lots, future rec centers, golf-course views, and the freshly opened stretch of Bexley Trail. A quick, fascinating snapshot of what’s coming next in our backyard.

Pulse Travel

Ready to put something unforgettable on your calendar? Our Pulse Travel partner, Vacationeeze, is rolling out a new round of Virgin Voyages deals — the kind that make you want to pack a bag today. These adults-only ships mix luxury, fun, and just the right hint of mischief, and the current pricing is some of the best we’ve seen all year. 🌴🚢

👉 Here are the three standout sailings worth a serious look:

• Aruban Sights & Antiguan Nights (Jan 3 - 10, 2026) - sun-soaked ports and island-hopping bliss.

• Picturesque Panama Canal (Oct 29 - Nov 15) - a bucket-list passage through one of the world’s great wonders.

• French Riviera, Italy, Rome & Ibiza (July 4–11, 2026) - Mediterranean magic wrapped in a week of elegance and nightlife.

If one of these trips is calling your name, don’t wait. Pulse readers get first crack at these rates, and they tend to disappear fast once word spreads. Let Vacationeeze handle the details — you just decide which ocean view you want waking you up next.

Business Briefs

🩺 Villages Health Update

The Villages Health situation continues to ripple through the community. Patient care remains steady, and many long-time patients say their doctor teams are still delivering great service. But anxiety is growing among UnitedHealthcare members, who may need to switch plans by Jan. 1 if a new agreement isn’t reached. A few residents have voiced frustration over the billing-scandal fallout and the lack of clarity, while others say they’re staying put unless their doctor tells them otherwise. In short: care remains stable, but insurance uncertainty is the big story to watch. Hit reply and let us know how this is affecting you.

Upcoming Events

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🏌️ Villages Pro Shootout 2025 | Mallory Hill CC | Nov 21 | 12 pm | Details

Free Movie: Wicked For Good | Old Mill | Nov 21 | 11 am or 4 pm

Health & Wellness Expo | Rohan Rec | Nov 21 | 1 - 4 pm | Details

Doggie Boat Cruise | Lake Sumter Landing | Nov 21 | 1pm - sunset

⛳️ Bunker Clinic | Palmer | Nov 21 | 1:30 pm | Details

Villages Blues Society Presents Mr. Sipp | La Hacienda Rec | Nov 21 | 6 pm

Action Jackson 80’s Party | Oxford Downs Tiki Bar | Nov 22 | 6:30 PM | Details

Friends of The Villages Library Book Sale | Villages Public Library | Nov 22 | Details

🍷 🎸 Weekends at The Winery | Lakeridge Winery | Sat: Dave Capp/France Neil; Sun: Bobby Blackmon | Details

Starry Starry Night | Everglades Rec Field | Nov 22 | 6 PM | Details

Browns Christmas Market | Nov 23 | 10 am - 4 pm | Details

The Jeff Rupert Quartet | Colony Cottage Rec | Nov 23 | 6 pm | Details

🏌️‍♀️ Ladies Full Swing Clinic | Palmer | Nov 24 | 11:00 am | Details

⛳️ Ladies Basics of Golf | Palmer | Nov 25 | 9 am | Details

Tom Petty Tribute Band | Whispering Oaks | Dec 4 | Details + Tickets

On Sale This Week

Forever Simon & Garfunkel | Savannah Center | Jan 21 | Details

The Hitmen Ultimate Rock Concert | Savannah Center | Jan 22 | Details

John Waite | The Tracy | Jan 31 | Details

AND SEVERAL MORE….

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