Daria Lotocky Q | What brought you to The Villages and to your career? A | A good friend I went to college with was working here in recreation and he mentioned that he was loving his position and that the department was hiring. I applied and have been here ever since! Q | What are the highlights of your role? A | My absolute favorite thing is being able to help someone and put a smile on their face. If I can provide an experience that a guest or resident wants to share with others, I've done my job. I love being able to help others. Q | Tell us about the facility in which you work, and the activities and amenities available. A | Everglades is a beautiful facility with absolutely incredible décor. But it's also full of phenomenal staff that work their hardest to ensure that everyone who walks in the building has a pleasant experience. Q | How does this recreation center differ from others around The Villages? How is it similar? A | One of the unique things about Everglades is that it has some facilities you cannot find at any other recreation center, such as the RC car tracks and the large multipurpose field. Residents and guests are able to have an experience down here unlike any other facility when they use those amenities. Q | If given the time, are there any hobbies, sports or recreational activities you'd like to do or try for the first time? A | I would love to try out dragon boating some time. I love being out on the water and kayaking and think it would be exciting and fun to work with a team and row together and go faster. MAGAZINE 13