The Happenings

The Happenings is the official newsletter of The Great Outdoors Community Services Association (CSA). Published every two weeks on Friday, new issues are ready to pick up in the afternoon at various locations around the community. The online version is posted when available.

Any person or group wishing to submit an article or an ad may do so at the CSA Office by completing a form. The deadline for submission of an article or ad is 5:00 PM on the Friday before the following Friday's publication.

For those of you who are in the resort, you can pick up the current issue of The Happenings in the gray box by the bulletin board outside the Plantation Manor, at the CSA Mail Center, Oak Cove Pool, and at the main CSA Office.

Instead of picking up a printed copy, you can simply read it electronically, the current and previous issues are available on this website at The Happenings link with even more features than the printed copy and in color!

If you are traveling and you want to put something in the newsletter, send an e-mail to happenings@tgocsa.org.

October 2, 2026

October is here, and this is the first of three issues of The Happenings for this month!

We took a different approach with this cover, but for good reason. A lot is happening at TGO between now and the New Year, and we wanted to give you a glimpse of what’s ahead. Inside, you’ll find a complete listing of events and dates you’ll want to get on your calendar - especially our Welcome Back Party on October 30!

Ever wonder exactly how TGO operates? We’ve put together a helpful breakdown of how our community is organized, who does what, and how all those boards, committees and councils fit together. And speaking of getting involved, election season is officially underway. If you’ve ever thought about serving on the Board of Directors or ARC, now is the time to put your name in the hat.

If you wake up to beautiful birdsong but have no idea who's singing, we’ve got you covered with a guide to 10 of TGO’s most familiar feathered crooners. We also have some timely advice for getting your digital clutter under control before it gets the best of you, and our historians give you the straight scoop on Columbus Day - including the small matter of a Viking who beat Columbus here by about 500 years.

And finally, some truly important news...No more lovebugs until spring! Enjoy.

CLICK HERE

September 18, 2026

Friday, September 18 - Only 99 Days 'Til Christmas!

Thought you might need that little reminder. In fact, this issue of The Happenings is full of reminders and plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy TGO.

Things are starting to get busy as our seasonal residents return and the calendar begins filling up with activities, meetings and special events. Be sure to check out Page 5 for upcoming dates you’ll want to put on your calendar.

The lovely Lorraine Murphy graces our cover this month - and for a very well-deserved reason. For more than three decades, Lorraine has been collecting pull tabs to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. It’s a great story about how something so small can add up to something very big.

Ever wonder about those big birds you see scavenging along our roadways? We’ll introduce you to TGO’s Birds Of Prey and explain how to tell them apart. Thinking about getting more involved in our community? You’ll also find a rundown of TGO’s many committees and what each one does.

And if you’re a breakfast regular at the Blue Heron, chances are you already know Heidi. If you don’t, this issue is your chance to meet her.

Welcome back, everyone. The season is getting started, and The Happenings has plenty to keep you in the loop!

CLICK HERE

September 4, 2026

On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!

Here it is, the first issue of the Welcome Back To TGO season. September is the month when people start returning from their summer retreats and activities begin to ramp up. A lot is happening in TGO and it will only get busier.

Make sure to check out "Mark Your Calendar" on page 5, and the information about the "Welcome Back TGO Party" on page 10 - an event you will not want to miss.

Also, you can test your highway knowledge, learn more about bats and discover that TGO has a new sauna, and find out how to pack your bags if a hurricane decides to visit us.

Oh... did you hear we won the Best Golf Course in Brevard Award (again)? Enjoy!

CLICK HERE

August 7, 2026

Let's see - August is only one week old. Warm enough? Ready for winter yet?

While we can't help with the weather, we do have the August edition of The Happenings for you, packed with good stuff inside.

If you frequent the Blue Heron for entertainment, then you are already familiar with Johnny Danger Live. Well now you'll be even more familiar as we sat down with JDL to get the 411 on how his music career started and how he found his way to Florida. And speaking of the Blue Heron, there is also a quick story on Jenny — everyone's favorite server.

If you've crossed the bridge on the way to the Nature Center, then you probably know what the Addison Canal is. If not, there is a great history lesson about the canal's origin and development. And where the heck is Scobie Park? Plus, what are the NATA Guidelines?

It never ends! The Happenings is the gift that keeps on giving!

CLICK HERE!