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Cooler mornings are finally here, and it's a great week to get out and enjoy them. This week, you'll also find an easy way to help local veterans who could use a hand.
Local Events
Free Movie for Seniors: Watching Mr. Pearson | Old Mill Playhouse, The Villages | Monday, Oct 19, 11:00 AM (doors at 10:00)
A free screening for ages 55 and up, followed by a Q&A with director Dillon Bentlage.
For: Seniors
The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience | The Sharon, The Villages | Monday, Oct 19, 7:00 PM
All the Piano Man's greatest hits, plus the story behind the songs.
For: Adults and Seniors
Peter Asher: Songs and Stories | Ezell Recreation Center | Tuesday, Oct 20, 7:00 PM
The Peter and Gordon star shares songs and behind-the-scenes stories from his Apple Records years. Open to Villages residents.
For: Seniors
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Explore Florida
Glass Art Worth the Drive to St. Pete
The Chihuly Collection in St. Petersburg shows off Dale Chihuly's glowing glass sculptures in a gallery built just for them. Add lunch downtown and a stroll along the waterfront, and you have an easy day trip.
This Week's Grocery Savings: ALDI Specials and Publix BOGOs
Halloween candy and fall baking staples at ALDI, plus this week's Publix BOGO deals. Two easy ways to stretch the grocery budget.
Help Local Veterans in Need
Picking up an extra can or two this week? Two Men and a Truck's Movers for Military drive is collecting food for local veterans through Veterans Helping Veterans USA. Most needed: canned stews, chili, meats, tuna, soups and veggies, plus pasta, rice, cereal, granola bars, peanut butter and jelly, sugar, and ground coffee (no beans).
Drop off your donations to these locations: RE/MAX Premier Realty in The Villages, Wildwood, and Lady Lake, plus Fifth Third Bank at Pinellas Plaza.
Questions? Call 352-347-3337 or visit twomen.com.
Retirement and Money
Scam Watch: Fake Property Tax Notices
Officials are warning about a scam that uses AI to send seniors fake property tax notices and phone calls. With real bills arriving November 1, this is a good week to know the warning signs.
Key Takeaway: If a tax notice demands fast payment, call your county tax collector using the number on its official website.
Healthy Living
Everyday Health asked 63 experts for their top healthy aging tips, from what's on your plate to how you sleep and stay connected.
Key Takeaway: Pick one tip this week and make it a habit before adding the next.
Around Town
New Restaurants, Shops, and Lodging Head to Middleton
Villages-News reports a wave of new dining, lodging, and retail coming to Middleton. If you live on the south end of The Villages, more of your favorite errands may soon be a short golf cart ride away.
Your Florida Home News
Did you move from one Florida home to another this year? Nancy explains how portability can bring your Save Our Homes savings with you, along with the November payment timing that saves you 4%. She also covers what Amendment 3 on this fall's ballot could change, so talk with your CPA or your county property appraiser about your own situation.
Questions? Call Nancy Deichman, RE/MAX Premier Realty, at (352) 427-5704 or email [email protected].
Luxury Living
$3,100,000 | A True Showpiece in The Villages
5BR / 4BA Villages estate offered through The RE/MAX Collection, with room for every guest on your holiday list and the kind of space that makes entertaining feel effortless.
Listed by Tammy Freilich.
Market Pulse
Active / Pending / Sold, week of 10/4/26-10/10/26:
County | Active | Pending | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|
Sumter | 72 | 49 | 42 |
Median and average SOLD price, last 30 days (9/12/26-10/12/26 MLS report):
County | Median Sold Price | Average Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
Sumter | $340,000 | $422,729 |
What it means: more homes came on the market than went under contract this week, giving buyers a few more choices, while homes that sold this past month went for about 98% of asking in under six weeks.
Based on information from Stellar MLS and sourced by RE/MAX Premier Realty for the period 10/4/26-10/10/26 (Active/Pending/Sold) and 9/12/26-10/12/26 (median and average sold price), for Residential properties in Sumter County. VLS data not included.
Sponsor
RE/MAX Premier Realty Vacation Rentals and Property Management
Heading north for part of the year? Our local team can rent out your Villages home while you're away. Short-term rentals: 352-460-4633. Long-term rentals: 352-671-7653.
Closing
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