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A fake package-recall text and a warning about a “virus” on your iPad have already helped cost Florida retirees over $258 million this year, and both scams have been reported right here. The good news: the town squares keep the music going every night regardless. Here is what is worth your time this week.
Local Events
Southbound Live | Eastport & Brownwood Paddock Square | Wednesday, Aug 12, 6 to 10 PM
An Orlando country and party band closes out the week's live music lineup at two squares at once.
For: Seniors and Adults. Learn more
Audience Participation Dance Night | Eastport & Brownwood Paddock Square | Tuesday, Aug 11, 6 to 10 PM
Popular line dances and a few scooter-original moves on the dance floor, no partner required.
For: Seniors and Adults. Learn more
Free Nightly Entertainment | All Four Squares | Every evening, 6 to 10 PM
Live bands every night at Spanish Springs, Lake Sumter Landing, Brownwood, and Sawgrass Grove, no ticket required.
For: Seniors and Adults. Learn more
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Explore Florida
Florida's Real Mermaids Still Swim in 74-Degree Spring Water
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park puts on its famous live mermaid show in a 74-degree spring, plus kayaking and a wilderness river cruise. About an hour from The Villages, an easy day trip when the heat won't quit.
Retirement and Money: Scam Watch
The Recall Text That's Not Really From Amazon
Floridians over 50 lost more than $258 million to fraud last year, and AARP's newest alert covers a fake “product recall” text or email that mimics Amazon, Costco, and Walmart to steal your login.
Key Takeaway: A real recall never asks you to log in through a text link, go to the company's site directly instead.
Healthy Living
10 Minutes a Day Could Cut Your Fall Risk by Nearly a Quarter
AARP rounds up simple balance moves, heel-to-toe walks, toe stands, single-leg stands, that build the stability most falls depend on. All it takes is a sturdy chair or countertop for safety.
Key Takeaway: A few minutes of daily balance practice can cut fall risk by roughly 23 to 24 percent, according to the research AARP cites.
Seasonal / Homeownership
Hurricane Season Is Halfway Through: Your Bond, Your Roof, Your Insurance
Whatever's left on your bond, your CDD fee still funds the infrastructure that protects your home when storms roll through, and a wind mitigation inspection can lower your insurance bill before peak season hits its stride.
Key Takeaway: A wind mitigation inspection can lower your insurance bill and your risk in the same visit.
What's Selling for Under $200K
$69,000 | The Easiest Way Into Lady Lake
2BR / 2BA home at Griffin View Drive, priced to get you in the door.
Listed by Donna Hines.
Room to Grow Under $500K
$259,900 | Villa Living on Avalon Avenue
2BR / 2BA villa minutes from golf, dining, and your favorite square.
Listed by the Roberts Williams Team.
Luxury Living
$599,900 | Room to Entertain on SE 177th Grassmere Street
3BR / 2BA home with upscale finishes and space built for hosting.
Listed by Mark Sevegny.
Market Pulse
Active | Pending | Sold | |
|---|---|---|---|
This week (Aug 2-8, 2026) | 61 | 41 | 26 |
Last year (Aug 3-9, 2025) | 62 | 45 | 29 |
Inventory and sales here are holding close to where they were a year ago, a sign of a steady, balanced market for buyers and sellers alike.
Median sold price (last 30 days): $345,000 | Average sold price: $395,174
Based on information from Stellar MLS and sourced by RE/MAX Premier Realty for the period August 2 through August 8, 2026, for Residential properties in The Villages area (zip codes 32159, 32162, 32163, 34785). Median and average sold price reflect the last 30 days (July 11 - August 10, 2026).
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That's It for This Week
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