Jennifer Parker, Editor
October 1, 2025
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The Latest News
Homeowner Forum: Wildfire & Beach Protection Initiative
Dear Resident,
Larry Smalley at 25 Camino Del Prado is holding a 30-minute forum to discuss an innovative citizen-led initiative designed to address two challenges our Gallery community faces: growing wildfire danger on our hillsides and the steady erosion of our beaches.
Both put our safety, property values and homeowner insurance at risk.
When: October 14th or October 16th
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Where: Clubhouse Multipurpose Room
Why this initiative matters:
• Our neighborhood is in a "Very High Fire Hazard Zone" (Cal Fire),
• Seniors are among the most at risk,
• Losing affordable insurance can be a reality and facing evacuation during a wildfire isn’t just stressful — it can be life-threatening.
The Solution: a citizen petition for dedicated local funding (1% sales tax) to:
• Create San Clemente's first wildfire prevention program,
• Achieve Firewise certification (may lower insurance costs),
• Restore beach sand and prevent erosion.
7,000 signatures are needed by December to get an initiative on the 2026 ballot. Please attend one of the October meetings to learn how you can help.
If you have any questions, please contact Larry.
Larry Smalley
949-677-7154 (cell)
Lsmalley4@gmail.com
New Pest Control Service Starting November 3rd
Dear Residents,
We’re pleased to announce that Accurate Termite & Pest Control will become our new pest control provider starting Monday, November 3rd. They will be servicing the Clubhouse for rodent and general pest control sprays and will be onsite approximately every first Monday of the month going forward.
While they are here, homeowners can also take advantage of discounted interior treatments:
$65 per unit if scheduled on the regular service date
$110 per unit if scheduled on a non-service date
This is a convenient and cost-effective way to keep your home protected while ensuring our Clubhouse remains pest-free.
You can contact Accurate Termite directly at (949) 837-6483 and tell them that you live in Talega Gallery to take advantage of these discounted rates!
Community Landscape Update
Welcoming a New Team Member & Seasonal Improvements
We are pleased to share several exciting updates regarding the landscape maintenance around the Clubhouse, community entrance, and parking lot areas. As part of our newly implemented landscape contract, an additional worker has been added to the crew, enhancing our ability to maintain these high-traffic areas more consistently and with greater attention to detail. This increased presence is already making a noticeable difference, and we’re confident the improvements will continue to show over the coming weeks.
What’s New & What’s Coming
With the new contract also comes a series of planned enhancements and seasonal tasks aimed at revitalizing our community’s green spaces:
- Sod Installation: In response to areas where turf was previously damaged or worn down, fresh sod will be installed to restore lush, green coverage. These touch-ups will help improve the overall aesthetics and health of our grassy areas.
- Seasonal Color Installation: Residents can look forward to vibrant bursts of color as annual flowers are planted at both the vehicle entrance and the Clubhouse entrance. These updates will add visual interest and welcome residents and guests with a fresh, seasonal look.
- Fall Turf Care: As nighttime temperatures continue to drop, we anticipate a natural “greening up” of the grass. Cooler weather supports better turf growth, and we’ll be taking advantage of this by scheduling the annual dethatching and seed application in early October. These efforts will help the turf recover from summer stress and ensure a fuller, healthier lawn as we move into fall and winter.
Water Conservation Efforts Continue
Our team remains committed to sustainability and responsible water use. Irrigation continues to be monitored carefully, especially in light of the usage limits set by the Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD). Some planter stations are on a minimal watering schedule to help ensure we stay within our allocated budget while still supporting plant health.
Welcoming Fall Together
With the arrival of fall, we’re already enjoying cooler afternoon breezes, the crunch of fallen leaves, and the changing colors throughout the landscape. We hope you are enjoying the first signs of the season as much as we are. As the months progress, we look forward to watching our community’s green spaces grow even more vibrant and welcoming.
Thank you for your continued support and appreciation of the landscape efforts in our community!
Jennifer Parker CMCA, AMS
General Manager
******* September 2025 *******
Key takeaways
- Financial reports show the Gallery is $13,903 under budget in administrative expenses and $43,962 under budget in landscape expenses year-to-date
- Insurance renewals show significant increases: Gallery insurance up approximately 13% overall, while Sea Garden insurance increased by nearly 50% due to wildfire concerns
- The board approved transferring funds in excess of $75,000 from the Sunwest operating account to the Morgan Stanley Treasury Reserve account to earn better interest
- The board approved Accurate Termite and Pest Control to handle both pest and rodent control services at $396 per month
- Several items were tabled for future meetings, including the AT&T fiber installation contract, replacement of 46 decorative wood beams, and ProTec monthly maintenance contract renewal
Discussed topics
Financial Dashboard
- Conclusion
- The board approved the August 2025 financial dashboard
- The board approved the Talega Gallery August 2025 financial statement
- The board approved the Sea Garden August 2025 financial statements
Insurance Renewals
- Conclusion
- The Board approved renewing all insurance policies as proposed
- Further adjustments may be made after the meeting with State Farm representatives
Pest Control Contract
- Conclusion
- The Board approved Accurate Termite and Pest Control to handle both pest and rodent control services at $3.96 per month
- Residents can use the same service for their homes at $65 per treatment
Gate Code Change
- Details
- Board: Proposed changing gate codes for both guests/residents and vendors
- Conclusion
- The Board approved changing the gate codes
Inspector of Elections
- Conclusion
- The Board approved Accurate Voting's bid of $1,177.30 for remote participation
| Upcoming Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Blind Wine Tasting @ Barnoa | Wednesday, October 8 | 4pm - 6pm |
| SC Historical Society Workshop | Friday, October 10 | 2pm - 3pm |
| Halloween Happy Hour | Friday, October 31 | 5pm |
| Friendsgiving Event - Save The Date | Thursday, November 6 | 5pm |
| Veterans Day Happy Hour | Tuesday, November 11 | 5pm |
| Holiday Dinner | Thursday, December 4 | 5pm - 9pm |
Scroll down to view the flyers for important information
about each event. Click the link below to view TMC Events.
Be Scam Smart
Scammers attempt to reach you by phone, by text, and by email.
NEVER give money or personal or financial information to an UNSOLICITED contact.
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DON'T LET A STRANGER STEAL YOUR MONEY
Stay alert for social engineering scams. Scammers will use fake stories and urgent messages to trick you into giving up your money, information or access to your device.
How Social Engineering Scams Work:
> Unexpected requests for personal or banking details.
> Urgent demands or threats if you don’t respond right away with your information.
> Requests to move money, click links or download files you didn’t ask for.
Types of Social Engineering Scams:
Scammers use many techniques to contact and trick people.
> Phishing: Scammers may send emails to trick you into clicking on bad links or sharing your personal information.
> Pretexting: Scammers will tell you a fake story to gain your trust and get information, often pretending it’s an emergency.
> Smishing: They'll send you text messages to try to make you respond or click links to give away your information.
> Vishing: These are phone scams where someone impersonates a company you know and trust. They'll ask you to share passwords, account numbers or your Social Security number.
> Baiting: Scammers may offer you something special in an email to make you download harmful software.
> Exchanging: Scammers offer a service in exchange for private information. They may look up personal details about you to seem more believable.
If you give the wrong person your information, you could end up losing everything.
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Visit the Scam Webpage on the Gallery Website:
- Beef Up Your Password Security on Three Key Accounts (Wall Street Journal)
If the information is aggressive or makes you afraid, uncomfortable or evokes urgency....... then take a deep breath....investigate!
How to Find the Gallery 'Operating Rules'.
To find the 'Operating Rules' on the Gallery website:
- Click on the FAQ menu item.
- Then go to the column labeled "Where Can I Find...".
- Then click on 'CC&Rs or Operating Rules'.
For additional assistance, contact the Gallery Tech Team.
Digital House Cleaning: Part 2
For Internet Browser Chrome on Apple Devices
Spring cleaning for your house has been a tradition.
Your digital world also needs to be cleaned every once awhile, better to be a tradition too. In this part one, we are focusing on Google’s internet browser Chrome, on Apple devices.
How do you keep your things in the house? I would assume something like:
- Stuff on the counter, or on the desk are frequently used. Sometimes those get rearranged for events, seasons, etc.
- Things in the cabinets, draws, or shelves, are all categorized so that you know where to get them when you need them.
- Things barely used usually end up in boxes stacked away in the closet, or garage.
- Or, “Honey, where is ....?”
Imagine browser Chrome as a house and the websites as house stuff, how would you like to
arrange them (which will lead to how to clean up)?
During the Gallery Tech Workshop, I noticed some iPhone users had hundreds of tabs opened
without using bookmarks or the reading list. It feels like going to a house with lots of boxes on the floor everywhere.
Have you ever found a website you wanted to revisit — but couldn’t remember how to find it
again? That’s where the bookmarks, or tabs, or the reading list come in. They all help you to
simplify the “revisiting” while each having its own flavor.
For example, when you open Chrome on an iPhone, typically it takes you to a webpage.
On the bottom, there are several icons. We’ll use those icon names in this article:
1. “Previous” icon “<-” takes you to the previous tab
2. “Next” icon - “->” takes you to the next tab
3. “New Tab” icon - a “+” icon, for creating a new tab
4. “Tabs” icon - a square with a number in it, telling you how many open tabs exit. Click on
it will show the list of all open tabs
5. “More” icon - the three dots on the bottom right, giving you many more actions, such as
Bookmarks, History, Reading list, etc.
Reading List
Let’s start from the simplest. The purpose of the reading list is to store the webpages you want to come back to visit again, but not necessary for the long term, for example, reading a story half way and wanting to continue reading later. It’s like things on your counter or desk.
The Reading list is simple and easy but keeping too many reading list items will be a headache since the list is “flat”, i.e., we cannot manage them by folders. It’s like everything is displayed on the table.
Tabs
For Chrome, a tab is like a new window. Click on the “Tabs” icon will take you to the list of your open Chrome tabs. If you have not set any tab folders, the default is “private” and “# Tabs” (where # is the total number of your open tabs). If the # is larger than 20, you probably better do something. Too many tabs will impact device performance, consume memory space, and even drain the battery.
Tabs are easy and handy but you don’t want to keep too many (although they can be organized in folders). They make your device slow, and shorten battery life.
More advanced topic: Tab groups. You can organize your tabs into tab groups, such as “Sports”, “Travel” “Health”, etc. That way, you can store more tabs but still have easy access. I am not a fan of organizing tab folders. The main reason is that tabs consume device resources.
Bookmarks
Bookmarks can be well organized, and don’t really burn your device resources. Just like a file system, you can have folders, subfolders to manage bookmarks.
Now we understand what those tools are. If you are interested, we’ll introduce the basics of how to manage those tools (and clean up the Browser too) on Chrome:
Manage Reading list
● Chrome on iPhone
● Chrome on iPad
● Chrome on desktop
Manage Tabs
● Chrome on iPhone
● Chrome on iPad
● Chrome on desktop
Manage Bookmarks
● Chrome on iPhone
● Chrome on iPad
● Chrome on desktop
Google can sync bookmarks, the reading list and open tabs across the devices via Google account.
History is All Around San Clemente
Recently the San Clemente Historical Society hosted a tour of several private homes built in the 1920’s. A few Gallery folks took advantage of the opportunity to see the inside of these beautiful specimens and ask questions of the owners. In addition, the San Clemente Historical society is making a presentation to Gallery residents in October. These events remind us of the charm and grace of San Clemente and the vision of Ole Hanson to build a “Spanish Village by the Sea” one hundred years ago.
At the home tour I picked up a brochure which outlines both a walking tour of downtown San Clemente and a driving tour of special interest areas in the city. There are close to 200 buildings that have survived from the founder’s years of 1925 to 1937. During that period there were stringent requirements on building as San Clemente was to be an early “master-planned community.” The Spanish Colonial Revival style was actually mandated and included white smooth stucco walls, red barrel tiled roofs, deeply recessed windows and doors and full arches. Turrets are frequently seen as well. The brochure provides pictures and addresses of buildings throughout the downtown area so you can follow the route and learn about the buildings. Many of the well-known public buildings, such as the Historic City Hall, the Cabrillo Playhouse and the San Clemente Community Center are from this era. The brochure is available for $5.00 from the San Clemente Historical Society, www.sanclementehistoricalsociety.org. Who knows? Perhaps the folks making the presentation at the Gallery this month will have some copies to distribute.
San Clemente is a special town. Not only do we have a perfect climate and gorgeous seaside views, but we also have historic buildings which create a unique charm. Go for a walk and see for yourself!
Know of something interesting you would like to share with our Gallery community? Let me know: marygdean@ymail.com
Special Events & Activities
Blind Wine Tasting @ Barnoa on Wednesday, October 8th from 4-6pm.
Email reminder will be sent out a day before.
FREE EVENT
San Clemente Historical Society Workshop - Friday, October 10th - 2pm - Multi-Purpose Room
Friendsgiving at The Gallery - November 6th - 5pm
A special day is scheduled on Thursday, October 9th to come to the clubhouse to select your contribution (see flyer below for more info). We hope you will join this “no fee experience” and make some unforgettable memories together! If you have any questions, please contact Cathy Tinnelly or Pam Tinnelly.
SAVE THE DATE
Holiday Party - Thursday, December 4th from 5-9pm
Registration will start Tuesday, October 28th @ 8AM - An email reminder will be sent a day prior!
San Clemente Village will be hosting a presentation in our Clubhouse Multi-Purpose Room on October 22nd at 2pm. Please click flyer below to register or call Kathy at (949) 441-1348
(This event is not part of the Talega Gallery Recreation Committee)
Special Events Photos
Special Events at The Gallery Occur Throughout the Year.
Click Here To View Photos of Special Events.
News In Review
Management Office Hours – We're Here for You!
SEAGARDEN NEWS
WEEP SCREED (duty of homeowner to correct soil level)
The Association has notified homeowners in Seagarden in writing about ensuring that the weep screed is not covered by soil or debris and that there is at least 2-3 inches of stucco exposed below the weep screed to ensure no flooding can occur. All homeowners and tenants need to be vigilant in checking around the exterior of the house, especially during heavy rains. If rain water is not draining adequately or fast enough, measures should be taken to remediate the problem as soon as possible. If any interior damage is caused by weep screed issues, the homeowner is responsible for the financial consequences.
EARTHQUAKE INSURANCE
There currently is NO earthquake insurance on the Seagarden buildings
We would also like to remind each Seagarden owner that obtaining and maintaining additional earthquake and/or loss assessment coverage is to your benefit .
Loss Assessment coverage helps pay your share of certain additional assessments levied by the Gallery Association on Seagarden members for earthquake-damage repairs. Assessment coverage is offered by CEA and maximum coverage is currently $100,000.
SEAGARDEN: WHERE IS YOUR MONEY GOING?
Please CLICK HERE to view the current expenses.
The Seagarden Advisory Committee meets the first Wednesday each month at 10AM at the Clubhouse. All Seagarden owners are encouraged to attend.
Reminder About Online Registrations
from the Recreation Committee
It has recently become an issue at events that some residents have brought guests who were not signed up or who had not paid for the event. 
Residents who have not registered for an event with a fee or with participant limits will not be admitted. Residents who have not registered for a free event will only be admitted if space allows.
All Residents are reminded of The Gallery “Online Event Registration Rules & Regulations” which are referenced on every event registration form.
Click the orange graphic to see the rules.
The Rules for multiple registrations are:
- Each household is allowed 2 registrations. One must be a Gallery resident.
- If a 3rd person resides in a household and that person is a registered “tenant”, “occupant”, or “caregiver”, that person may also register for events.
- If an event is later opened to guests, additional registrations may be purchased.
- The honor system will be relied upon for enforcement.
If you have registered for an event and are unable to attend, please contact the office ASAP so the next person on waiting list can be notified that an opening has become available.
We appreciate your consideration for others.
The Gallery Tech Team
Gallery residents helping Gallery residents.
Comprised of volunteer Gallery residents, the purpose of the Gallery Tech Team is to:
- Offer help with:
- adapting to changes in information technology
- accessing and using Gallery related websites and emails,
- learning general / basic uses of technology (computers, tablets, mobile phones),
- accessing online BOD and Committee meetings.
- Address resident requests for help with technology.
The Gallery Tech Team will offer occasional workshops on selected focus topics. They will also be available to address individual requests for help in one of 3 ways:
- Appointments (in the clubhouse)
- Zoom
- FaceTime
Gallery residents may submit a request for help using the online form that takes only a few minutes to complete. If the online form is not accessible for any reason, the Office will complete a form for you.
For more Information about the Gallery Tech Team and its members, click here.
To view the online Tech Team Request form, click here.
If you would be willing to help Gallery residents as a member of the Gallery Tech Team, click here.
Thanks in advance to members of the Gallery Tech Team for volunteering their time and expertise.
Sports - Fitness - Games - Clubs - Classes
Book Club
The Book Club will meet on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 11:00 am., at the Clubhouse. The book that will be discussed at the meeting is, “The Berry Pickers,” by Lynda Rutledge
Those who choose to can join the meeting via Zoom at:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87871749964?pwd=YUgrSFJ4R0srL3g2UnJmUHMzQUtGZz09
Meeting ID: 878 7174 9964
Passcode: 434970
FUTURE BOOK SELECTIONS:
- October 6, 2025 - "The Berry Pickers,” by Amanda Peters - Sue Aaron will lead this discussion
- November 3, 2025 - “The Third Twin,” by Ken Follett - Barbara Beaupre will lead this discussion
- January 5, 2026 - “The Frozen River,” by Ariel Lawson - Mary Dean and Maryann Lenkoski will lead this discussion
- February 2, 2026 - “The Wedding People,” by Alison Espach - Peggy Miller will lead this discussion
- March 2, 2026 - “Culpability," by Bruce Holsinger - Adrienne Waibel will lead this discussion
- April 6, 2026 - “The Tell,” by Amy Griffin - Peggy Miller will lead this discussion
Mary Carlson
Current E-mail Address: wacmac2@icloud.com
Bocce Ball Organizer Update
We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Vinnie Sheftell for her many dedicated years as the Bocce Ball Organizer. Her commitment and leadership have made our bocce seasons enjoyable and well-run. Vinnie has decided to step down from this role for the upcoming season, and we are incredibly grateful for everything she’s done.
With that said, we are now looking for someone to step up and take the reins as Bocce Ball Organizer. If you enjoy the game and are willing to help coordinate, please let management know as soon as possible so we can update our records and ensure a smooth season ahead.
Games are held on the second and fourth Friday of each month, and this is a great way to stay involved in our community while keeping the bocce tradition alive.
Let’s keep the ball rolling — we need someone to step up!
Try "Poolates" with Diane Raibon
You can call Diane directly to schedule a session with her at our Clubhouse Pool.
Pickleball at TMC
The community has a good sized group of pickle ball players who live in the gallery. We are always interested in having new players join our group. We play at the sports court near the main Talega pool. If you are interested in learning to play, Dean Waldfogel is willing to give instruction to interested players. If you would like more information on pickleball, please email either Barbara Beaupre at bbeaupre1136@gmail.com or Dean Waldfogel at dean@waldfogel.com.
Cribbage Players Needed!
Cribbage is a card game that can be played with two, three, or four players.
Gallery Residents are welcome to contact Mike Levin at mikelevin88@hotmail.com. He will be in charge of organizing and scheduling the games.
Canasta
Interested in joining a NEW canasta group?
Contact Marita Springer at 949.933.6660
No cooking involved!
Aerobics Plus
Co Ed Aerobics & Weight Training
Clubhouse MPR - Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
9:30 - 10:00 - Aerobics Exercise
10:00 - 10:30 use weights and do core and flexibility mat exercises
(Bring your own mat & weights or use those available) You can attend the entire class or come for either half.
Billiards
Wanted: Women and Men Billiards Players.
Just for fun and non-competitive. We typically play Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:30. Please text Mike Levin at 925-525-1521 for more information.
Zumba
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9:00 a.m.
Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness.
Monday Night Poker
Monday Night Poker is looking for new players.
6pm - 9pm in the MPR
Please email Mike Beaupre for more information.
Jazzercise
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
10:00 a.m.
Jazzercise is a combination of aerobic exercise, HIIT cardio, and dance fitness safe and effective for all ages and fitness levels.
Additional Classes
Water Aerobics - Daily at 9am Pool
Aerobics Plus - Tuesday, Thursday at 9:30 MPR
Dance Aerobics - Saturday at 9:30am MPR
Line Dancing - Thursday 10:30am MPR
Lap Swimming - Daily at 7am Pool
Yoga - Tuesday, Thursday at 8am MPR
Check the Gallery Calendar for updates.
If you would like more information, call the Clubhouse Office.
Reminders
REMINDERS:
2.18.5 Orange County Animal Control is the proper entity to contact for animals not being properly controlled or maintained by their owner. To report problems, call Animal Control at (714) 935-6848.
3.11.4 (c) : Residents who use the Patio are responsible for ensuring that:
iii. All umbrellas are closed and tied securely
Volunteers Needed
The continued success, attractiveness and reputation of The Gallery community depends on the active participation of our many volunteers.
If you are interested, please complete the Application for Committee Appointment form on The Gallery website. If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact the clubhouse office or the committee chair.
Click to View a List of All Committee Members Serving The Gallery.
Gallery Tech Team Request
- Gallery residents may submit a web-based Tech Request form to the Gallery Tech Team. (Click below.)
- If unable to submit the form online, a resident may contact the Gallery Office. The office will provide a paper copy of Tech Request form and submit it for you.
- The Tech Team in most cases will respond within 24 to 36 hours.
BUY - SELL -DONATE
Click here to see current listings
Do you need to sell an item? Perhaps you are looking for an item?
Rather than trying your luck at Craigslist or other selling platforms, stay safe in your own neighborhood and help support your neighbors.
You can access the Gallery Online Swap Meet, upload a photo of your item, or post a description of what you are looking for. Items will only be posted for 90 days, if you have not sold your item, you will need to relist it for sale. If you have sold your item, please call the office and we can remove your listing so you don't continue to get calls. Click here to connect to the swap meet. View Video
E-Statements
Here is how you can help cut down on monthly costs to the Association.
Sign up for E-statements. By signing up for this you are saving the Association on printing and mailing costs monthly. Simply click on the link E-Statements to be directed to sign up. Your account ID is on your snail-mail statement, or call the Gallery Office for your account number to register today. (949) 361-4685
Automatic payments are different than receiving an E-Statement. If you are still receiving paper statements in the mail, follow the directions above to help reduce monthly printing and mailing costs for the Association.
Understanding Guest Policies at The Gallery: What You Need to Know About Hosting Visitors Under 55
Living in a 55+ community like The Gallery comes with many benefits—quiet surroundings, shared interests, and amenities tailored to an active adult lifestyle. But along with these perks, there are specific rules in place to ensure the community remains compliant with federal guidelines and maintains the quality of life that residents expect.
One of the most important—and often misunderstood—rules pertains to overnight guests under the age of 55. Whether it’s adult children visiting from out of town or grandchildren staying for the weekend, it’s essential to understand what’s allowed so you can host your loved ones while staying within the community’s regulations.
Why These Rules Exist
The Gallery, like all age-restricted communities, is governed by the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA), which allows certain housing developments to legally limit residency based on age. In order to maintain its status as a 55+ community, at least 80% of the occupied units must have at least one resident who is 55 or older.
To preserve this status and the lifestyle it supports, guest policies are enforced—particularly when it comes to visitors under the age threshold.
The Guest Policy for Those Under 55
At The Gallery, owners may host overnight guests under the age of 55 for no more than 60 days in a calendar year. This applies whether those days are consecutive or spread out over time. This rule ensures that the primary demographic remains adults aged 55 and over while still allowing residents to enjoy visits from family and friends.
Here’s a quick summary:
- Guests under 55 may stay overnight for a maximum of 60 days per calendar year
- These 60 days can be consecutive or non-consecutive
- The rule applies to each unit, not each guest
Best Practices for Residents
To help you enjoy time with loved ones while staying within the rules, here are a few tips:
- Track visits: Keep a simple log of guest stays to ensure you don’t exceed the 60-day limit.
- Communicate with management: Let the front office or community association know when you’ll have guests, especially for extended stays.
- Know the rules: Review your community’s full guest policy regularly to stay informed about any updates or additional guidelines.
A Balance of Comfort and Compliance
The guest policy at The Gallery is designed to strike a balance between maintaining the integrity of a 55+ community and allowing residents to spend meaningful time with younger family members and friends. By following the guidelines, you help preserve the community’s unique environment—and ensure it remains a welcoming, well-regulated place to call home.
If you have questions about the guest policy or need clarification about specific situations, don’t hesitate to reach out to the community management team. They’re here to help!
The Gallery Library
Read Any Good Books Lately?
Consider donating gently used, newer books you have enjoyed to the Gallery Library (located in the Billiard Room).
Due to limited space we cannot accept:
- Any books more than 10 years old
- Cookbooks
- Travel Guides
- Technical/Text Books
- "Coffee Table" Books
Meet Judy Hall, our librarian.
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Games and Puzzles
The following games and puzzles are available to borrow from The Gallery Library:
- A large variety of jigsaw puzzles
- Scrabble
- 3 sets of poker chips
- 4 sets of Dominos
- A Checker Board and Checkers
- 3 Chess Boards and 2 sets of Chess pieces
- Sudoku
Donations of additional gently used board games are appreciated..
For more information email Judy Hall
Financial Data All in One Place.
Accessing the Association's financial data just became more user-friendly. Links to budget, audit, insurance and budget reserve reports are now all clickable from the Financials webpage, for both The Gallery AND for Seagarden. The Financials webpage also provides access the most recent monthly Budget Dashboards.
The Annual Budget Report and Annual Policy Statements for The Gallery and for Seagarden are now accessible on the Governing Documents webpage.
All Board of Director Meetings are Hybrid Meetings
Board of Director Meetings are now held both in-person (in the MPR) and online.
To participate in the online version of the meeting, log into the Residents Portal or Board of Directors webpage, and simply click on the blue button. Of course, you are always welcome to attend the in-person meeting.
Vehicle Gate Codes
The new vehicle gate codes do not affect your transponder or gate clicker; this is only a change to the code entered at the gate telephone entry box.
Vendor Code
The new VENDOR CODE *2288 – only works between 6am-10pm, 7 days a week.
This change restricts access for vendors who have been provided with the new vendor code.
Homeowner Code
The HOMEOWNER GUEST CODE *5525
The Homeowner code works 24 hours 7 days a week. Additionally, each homeowner has an individual code assigned to the owner. If you would like to use that code, please contact the Gallery office for your individual code.
If you have a family member or care givers who might need access in an emergency, between 10PM and 6AM, we recommend that you share the Homeowner Code *5525 with them and only use the Vendor code for vendors and deliveries.
All Things Gallery
For “all things Gallery,” don’t forget to take advantage of our community website at www.talegagallery.org! You can safelist a vehicle, register for events, peruse the community calendar, or learn more about our Gallery committees. You can also conveniently find and submit a variety of community forms, including Landscape forms, with no hassle.
Looking for something in particular? Go to the Frequently Asked Questions page and enter key word or words in the Search box. Or click on the search icon . 
Name Badges
If you’re interested in purchasing a Talega Gallery gold magnet name badge for $10, please contact Awards ‘N More at awardsnmoresc@gmail.com.
Residents may also email namebadge.com for name badges with a black and white background and larger font. (resident referral)
Special Events
Click the graphic to see Upcoming Events & Meetings.
Click to view details or to sign up for upcoming Special Events or View the complete Gallery Calendar.
Meet Your Block Representatives!
Block Representatives and Alternates are an important link to the community. These volunteers communicate information to their neighbors about upcoming social events and provide important feedback about past events. They also participate in Recreation Committee meetings and serve as volunteers at events. You can find the list of Block Reps HERE!
Meet Your Neighbors
Please consider completing the Meet Your Neighbors form to let your neighbors know what you are interested in and previous experience so you may meet others with the same interest. You can answer all questions, or just answer the questions that are important to you. Just click on Meet Your Neighbors above to submit your answers today.
Can't Remember What That eMail Blast Said?
Previous eMail Blasts are easily accessible on the Gallery website. Login and mouseover News. Then click on Recent eBlasts.
Contact Information Update
Please make sure the office has the correct phone numbers and emails on file for you! We have observed a few emails bouncing back. If you change your email or phone number please remember to let the office know.
Also, we encourage all residents to be sure your Emergency Contact information is correct. if you don't remember, just fill out a new Emergency Contact Form.
You Can Make the Gallery Calendar Look Bigger
Option A: Click on Week or Day (instead of month)
Option B: On a computer, hit Ctrl - '+' or Cmd - '+'. On a tablet, do a reverse pinch.
Option C: Display fewer events. Under Select Category, check Meeting and Events, then click Go.
Gallery Floor Plans
All Gallery floor plans are accessible on the Gallery Website. Go to About Us > Prospective Resident.
It Just Became EASIER to Switch to E-Statements?
- Reduce risk of paper-based fraud and identity theft!
- 24 / 7 / 365 account access
- Get your statement faster
- Reduce carbon footprint
- View history of online statements
- Reduce HOA expenditures!
- Call The Gallery Office for your account number or if you need help setting up your account online.
Trash Cans
Please remember per the Gallery Rules:
Refuse, recyclables, and yard waste shall be kept from public view at all times. Trash shall be placed at the curb in containers provided by the trash collection agency, no earlier than dusk of the evening before the designated pickup day. Emptied containers shall be removed from public view as early as possible and no later than the evening following trash pick up.
You Can Print the Gallery Calendar on One Page
Under Calendars, select Gallery Calendar.
Print a monthly calendar of Meetings and Special Events only. Open the calendar, display the desired month, then click on the printer icon in the upper right-hand corner, or Ctrl-P or Cmd-P.
Resident Endorsed Contractors
You can add your recommendation and see your recommendation instantly appear on the list. AND, there is a now a place where you can update any data or leave a comment about the contractor. Find the list under Sharing > Resident Endorsed Contractors.
Safelisting Your Vehicle!
Each residence is assigned a unit-specific code that you must use to safelist a vehicle when you call into Patrol or safe list online. If you did are unable to locate your code, please contact the clubhouse office at (949) 361-4685
You may safelist a vehicle online by going to the Patrol One website, click here or you may contact them by phone by calling (714) 541-0999.
Summary of Vehicle Parking Rules
If it's BLUE, click it!
Important Contacts & Information
Board Of Directors & Committee Meetings
All agendas are clickable on the webpage of each group and are posted on the bulletin board between the office and the gym.
Please see individual agendas for location or Zoom information.
Monthly Committee Meetings
- Seagarden Advisory: 1st Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM
- Landscape: 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:00 AM.
- Operations & Maintenance: 1st Thursday of each month at 9:00 AM
- Recreation: 2nd Monday of each month at 9:00 AM
- Information Technology: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM
- Budget & Finance: 3rd Thursday of each month at 9:30 AM
Board of Directors
4th Tuesday of each month, 4:30PM
President: Marianne Houston
Vice President: Russ Lines
russlinesgallery@gmail.com
Secretary: Brien Manning
Treasurer: Mike Beaupre
Director at Large: Sheila Forchtner
General Manager:
Jennifer Parker
jennifer.parker@seabreezemgmt.com
(949) 361-4685
Assistant General Manager
Oscar Hernandez
oscar.hernandez@seabreezemgmt.com
(949) 361-4685
General Email Account
talega.gallery@seabreezemgmt.com
TGCA Website: www.talegagallery.org
Patrol One
(714) 541-0999
SafeList Website: www.patrol-one.com
Talega Maintenance Corp. (TMC)
Slope Maintenance, Slope Irrigation
Issues, Streetlights, & Mailboxes
Phone: (949) 361-8466
Email: info@talegatoday.com
Website: www.talegatoday.com
After Hours Emergency
TMC: (800) 428-5588
Seabreeze: (800) 232-7517
(The After Hours Emergency number is not for safe listing your vehicle).
OC Sheriff Non-Emergency:
(949) 770-6011
If it's BLUE, click it!
The Talega Gallery Newsletter is a monthly publication for the Talega Gallery homeowners. The acceptance of an ad, business or classified, does not convey approval or endorsement by the Talega Gallery Association. The Association claims no liability for the content of business or classified ads. All ads (business or classified) are limited to the available space for placement. If you would like to place an ad, contact the General Manager for more details.
Contact the Gallery Office by Email or Phone: (949) 361-4685
