Solivita Republican Club Events
Tickets for Meetings go on Sale at the Republican Club Table in Freedom Park on Monday and Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 pm
- Member Forum - Sep 13 - 2nd Forum
- Sep 17th Meeting
- Washington DC - Oct - Canx
- Sheriff Judd - Nov 19
- Member Forum - Dec 13 - 3rd Forum
- Jan 21st Meeting
- Western Caribbean Cruise - February
Member Forum - December 13 (9:00 - 11:00 am)
The Republican Club has scheduled member forums to discuss the state of our club today and what it can become as we move forward.
These smaller group meetings are intended for both newer members and long-standing members.
Topics for discussion include but are not limited to:
- Meet the Board and Officers
- Club Founding and History
- Today and Beyond
- Membership and its importance
- New events and activities selection
- Food and beverage selection and service
You can sign up for one of the following scheduled forums at the Republican Club dinner ticket sales table at Freedom Park on Sept. 5 & 8, from 10 am. to 12 pm.
Location: Baltic Room in Mediterranean Skyline. (2nd floor between the Bistro and the Library)
September 17th Meeting
Information Pending - Print Flyer - Members $26 and Non-members $36
Guest Speakers
- Jim Guth - Retired Navy Captain and Former Polk County GOP Chairman click here for additional information.
- Omar Arroyo, District 4 Polk County Commissioner Candidate - click here for additional information.
- Sarah Corona, Polk County District 3 School Board Candidate - click here for additional information.
- Doors Open at 5:15 PM
- Dinner at 5:45 PM
- Starlite Ballroom
- 384 Village Drive
Dinner Menu
- Chicken Salad on a Croissant or Turkey/Backon Wrap or Vegan Choice
- Dessert: Ince Cream Sandwich
- Water, Ice Tea and Coffee Station
- Cash Bar
Sheriff Grady Judd
November 19, 2025
Doors Open at 5:00 and Presentation Starts at 6:00
No Dinner
Sheriff Grady Judd Information
Grady Judd began his career at the Polk County Sheriff ’s Office (Florida) in 1972 as a dispatcher. After transferring to the Patrol Division in 1974, he quickly progressed through the ranks – holding every rank from Sergeant to Colonel. Polk County overwhelmingly elected Grady to serve as Sheriff in 2004.
Sheriff Judd has earned higher education degrees through the Masters level – having obtained both Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from Rollins College. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, the Senior Management Institute for Police, the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, and the FBI National Executive Institute. He was a participant of the Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs (JINSA) Law Enforcement Exchange Program (LEEP).
Sheriff Judd has taught as an adjunct professor at both the University of South Florida and Florida Southern College. He is a Polk County School Board Hall of Fame inductee, a past recipient of Polk State College’s prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award, the 2008 Boy Scouts of America Distinguished Citizen Award, Protect Our Children Junny Award, the 2013 Callyo’s Leaders in Online Child Protection Award, as well as the 2013 Church Women United Human Rights Award. He is a past President of the Florida Sheriffs Association and the Major County Sheriffs of America, a national organization serving counties with a population of 500,000 or more.
Grady has been married to Marisa since 1972, and they have two adult sons and 13 grandchildren.
Washington DC Oct 2025
Cancelled
- Day One - Depart Friday, October 3, 2025 with overnight in Savannah, GA
- Day Two - Saturday, October 4, 2025. Travel with overnight in Colonial Heights, VA
- Day Three - Sunday, October 5, 2025. See itinerary.
- Day Four - Monday, October 6, 2025. See itinerary.
- Day Five - Tuesday, October 7, 2025. See itinerary
- Day Six - Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Travel with overnig Ripley Point, SC.
- Day Seven - Thursday, October 9, 2025. Return Home
Contact Jolaine Boasi (561-818-9229)
Western Caribbean Cruise Adventure - February 21 to 26, 2026
Depart from Port Orlando. Enjoy 2 days at sea and visit Costa Maya and Cozumel Mexico.
Contact Jolaine Boasi (561-818-9229) or Carol Parlin (609-287-2012
Member Forum - September 13 (9:00 - 11:00 am)
The Republican Club has scheduled member forums to discuss the state of our club today and what it can become as we move forward.
These smaller group meetings are intended for both newer members and long-standing members.
Topics for discussion include but are not limited to:
- Meet the Board and Officers
- Club Founding and History
- Today and Beyond
- Membership and its importance
- New events and activities selection
- Food and beverage selection and service
You can sign up for one of the following scheduled forums at the Republican Club dinner ticket sales table at Freedom Park on Sept. 5 & 8, from 10 am. to 12 pm.
Location: Baltic Room in Mediterranean Skyline. (2nd floor between the Bistro and the Library)