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On the new website, you’ll find a digital flip book reader with a newly designed magazine. You can flip page by page, click on links, and, at the bottom right-hand corner, zoom in or go full screen. If you prefer to read in an article format, scroll down to read all this month’s content on individual pages. On the top menu bar, you’ll find a spot for previous issues, articles, an Event Board for things going on in and around Burnt Store Meadows, as well as a Vendor Page where you can find local service providers. You can either go directly to the new website to review/
download the new digital version or review a PDF version on our BSM website at Meadows Connection Newsletter | Burnt Store Meadows. We hope you enjoy this newly developed site.
Please feel free to suggest articles or areas of interest you would like to see in future edition of The Meadows Connection
BURNT STORE MEADOWS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President – Melissa Lockhart
Vice President – Ed Carnell
Secretary – Anthony Nutt
Treasurer – Joyce Tilden
Director at Large – Adele Higgins
The Board of Directors meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the conference room at Star Hospitality Office located at 26530 Mallard Way, Punta Gorda.
Residents are welcome and encouraged to attend the regular monthly meetings in person or via Zoom. The Zoom link is listed on the website for registered members –Zoom Link to Monthly Board Mtg | Burnt Store Meadows
2025 Annual Membership Meeting
The Burnt Store Meadows Property Owners Association, Inc. (BSMPOA) Annual Meeting and Election of Board of Directors will be held on Monday, September 15th, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Road, Punta Gorda in Stewart Hall. Refreshments will be served.
We encourage owners to attend the meeting in person. It is a great opportunity to meet the Board and many of your neighbors. City of Punta Gorda Police Chief Pamela Smith and Lt. Justin Davoult will provide an informative presentation regarding the COPG Police Department and its programs.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Star Hospitality Management Office at 941-575-6764 or any BSM Director. Director contact information is listed on the BSMPOA website at BSM Board Members | Burnt Store Meadows.
We look forward to seeing you!
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JOYCE TILDEN, BSMPOA DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS AND WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR
Keeping you informed and up to date on what’s happening in The Meadows.
The www.bsmpoa.com website makes it quick and easy to access and electronically complete forms required for new construction, additions, and modifications to your existing residence. Also, requests for overnight parking permits can be completed online.
As a resident and/or property owner in the Burnt Store Meadows Community, you will have access to “Owner Only” documents and information. In order to access those documents and sections on the website you must register and be authorized as a property owner.
Registration is simple!
The first time you log in to www.bsmpoa.com simply select the Register option in the upper right corner of the screen.
On the Register page you will be asked to enter the following information:
•Are you a Homeowner, Condo Owner, Lot Owner, etc.
•Name, email, cell phone*, address, and create a password for your account.
* If you don’t have a cell phone, or prefer to use another number, you can change this on your Member Profile once your account is approved.
Once you have entered the appropriate information and select Register at the bottom of the page it takes you to the next page. There you are asked to complete your personal Member Settings. This is where you may select your personal preferences on communications, e.g., receiving emails or text messages from the association for items such as the newsletter. Member Settings is where you can update and change your password and specify your privacy.
We hope you enjoy the website. Please feel free to forward comments or suggestions to the Star Management or the webmaster via the Contact Page on the website.
What’s Happening in Punta Gorda this Month
Fishermen’s Village
Key Lime & Tropical Fest
1200 Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Saturday, September 20
Noon – 9 p.m.
Fishermen’s Village annual Key Lime & Tropical Fest has become a highly anticipated event each year! Live Music featuring The Kollections Band, 12 noon – 3 p.m. in center court followed by Pirates of the Floridian musical duo 5 – 9 p.m. in center court and Tropical Avenue Band, 5 – 9 p.m. on the Beach!
Florida International Air Show
Punta Gorda, FL
November 1 & 2
Gates Open at 9 a.m.
The skies over Southwest Florida will roar to life this fall as the Florida International Air Show returns to Punta Gorda Airport on November 1 –2, with an exhilarating lineup headlined by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the F-16 Viper Demo Team.
This year’s show features a dynamic mix of aerial precision, vintage power, and heart-pounding stunts with performers including Warbird Thunder, Aarron Deliu, Doug Litton, and the thrilling parachute team, The Chuters.
New for 2025, the Air Show proudly introduces two family-friendly attractions: The Innovators STEM Pavilion – a hands-on zone to engage students and families with science, tech, and aviation.
The Family Aviation Experience – a fun, interactive area designed to inspire future aviators and entertain all ages.
Labor Day 2025 arrives on Monday, September 1, marking the unofficial end of summer and a moment to honor the contributions of workers across the United States.
To all the wonderful grandparents –wishing you a very Happy and Blessed Grandparent’s Day, Sunday, September 7.
POSITIVE THINKING DAY IS OBSERVED EVERY YEAR ON SEPTEMBER 13
Keep on reading to find out all the important information about Positive Thinking Day at a glance, including its big picture, why it’s important, and how you can get involved. We’ll then share its brief history, three interesting facts about it, its future dates, and how you’ll never miss any important awareness event again.
THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT POSITIVE THINKING DAY AT A GLANCE
1) The big picture: As the name suggests, Positive is a whole day devoted to having a positive outlook on life – to be thankful and spread kindness. There are a lot of people who tend to focus on the negative rather than the positive, but this day is the perfect time to banish those negative thoughts and live your life to the fullest!
2) Why it is important: Positive thinking has been proven to have numerous health and wellbeing benefits from boosting your mood and increasing productivity to reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Positive thinking can even boost your immune system. Focusing on positive outcomes can also boost your resilience, allowing you to see setbacks as opportunities rather than failures. Traditionally, the primary focus of psychology has been to relieve human suffering. But, with the emergence of positive psychology, we can learn to thrive rather than simply survive.
3) How you can get involved: There are many ways you can get involved in Positive Thinking Day including writing down positive affirmations and practicing gratitude to treating yourself or someone else to something nice like a spa day or a fancy meal out. You can also celebrate the day by spreading positivity through your social media channels using the hashtag #PositiveThinkingDay, or even organizing a positive-themed event or party with no negativity allowed!
A BRIEF HISTORY OF POSITIVE THINKING DAY
When was this event established: Positive Thinking Day was founded in 2003 by an American entrepreneur to set aside negativity and practice positive thinking. This day was designed to remind us that negativity is a choice and we can improve our outlook on life with a few simple changes.
How has it developed since then: Today, Positive Thinking Day is a time for people around the world to change their habits and think more positively, whether that’s taking up meditation, having some “me” time, or doing something they enjoy. On this day, people have one goal – to always think positively!
THREE INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT POSITIVE THINKING DAY
1) Improving Heart Health: Positive thinking has been proven to improve heart health by reducing overall stress. For example, people with a family history of heart disease who also had a positive outlook on life were a third less likely to have a heart attack than people who had a more negative outlook.
2) Negative Thoughts Can Harm: Regular negative emotions and thoughts, such as stress and anger, can have an impact on our physical health. For example, studies have found that negative thinking can cause symptoms such as anxiety attacks, chest pain, and fatigue. It can also be a trigger for substance abuse.
3) You Are Responsible: Many people think that their thoughts and emotions are uncontrollable, but that’s not true. With regular practice, you can completely change your outlook on life and feel better about it. Start with saying or writing positive affirmations every day and you will be surprised at the difference.
Interested in helping your community? We need a few volunteers
1) Ballot Counters for the Annual meeting on September 15. Need 3 – 4 volunteers to count ballots starting at 5 p.m.
2) Ditch and Drainage Committee – A new committee is being formed to review and assess our drainage and ditch systems within the community. The committee will report back to the board on a quarterly basis. As a resident, you have a better view of how our maintenance services are doing. We want to hear from you.
If you are interested, please contact Ron McBaen at Star Hospitality Management at 941 575-6764 or r.macbaen@ starhospitalitymanagement.com or reach out to one of our board members.
New Community Bulletin Board Installed
At a recent POA Board Meeting the board approved the purchase and installation of a Community Bulletin Board. The bulletin board has been installed on Royal Poinciana between S. Plum Tree and S. Blue Sage in the greenspace. It is easily accessible from the sidewalk. Notice of monthly meetings, events, and general community information will be posted on the bulletin board.
Downtown Punta Gorda Farmer’s Market
Your local Farmer’s Market with produce, seafood, meat, ethnic cuisine, arts, crafts, live music, working artists and much more.
Featuring over 70 vendors. Located in beautiful downtown Punta Gorda. Every Saturday, rain or shine (unless it falls on Christmas Day, an active Hurricane Warning day or other unforeseen event).
May to September – 8 a.m. to noon
October to April – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
September in Your Southwest Florida Yard
WHAT TO PLANT
Annuals/Perennials/Wildflowers: If summer beds need refreshing, try scarlet sage, coleus, pentas, celosia, mandevilla, and wax begonia for color into fall.
Annuals: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/annuals
Perennials: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/ perennials
Florida Wildflower Foundation: https://www. flawildflowers.org/
Herbs: Plant herbs that tolerate the warm temperatures of early fall, such as Mexican tarragon, mint, rosemary, and basil. Herbs: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/herbs
Vegetables: September opens the door for more vegetables to plant. Vegetable Gardening in Florida: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/ vegetable_gardening
Shrubs: Consider placing native shrubs, like beautyberry, marlberry, firebush, and dahoon holly, where you can view the birds that enjoy them. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Guide to Plant Selection and Landscape Design: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/media/fflifasufledu/docs/ FFL-Plant-Guide_v030624_web.pdf
Shrubs: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/shrubs
WHAT TO DO
CABBAGE, CAULIFLOWER, AND BROCCOLI. TYLER
JONES, UF/ IFAS
Lawns: Continue to check the lawn for signs of insect damage. Fall armyworms, chinch bugs, mole crickets, and sod webworms are still active this month. Lawn and Garden Care: Pest Management: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ topics/lawn-garden-pest-management
Fertilizer bans: Numerous Florida municipalities prohibit applying fertilizer to lawns and/or landscape plants during certain months. Does such an ordinance exist in your area? Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program Fertilizer Ordinances App: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/ resources/apps/fertilizer-ordinances/
Vegetable gardens: Prepare the fall vegetable garden if not done in August. Using transplants from your local garden center will get the garden off to a fast start, but seeds provide a wider variety from which to choose. Vegetable Gardening in Florida: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ topics/vegetable_gardening
Divide and replant: Some clumping plants may need dividing. Add organic matter to planting beds and check water needs during establishment. Lawn and Garden Plants: Seeds and Propagation: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/ lawn-garden-propagation
Propagation: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ topics/lawn-garden-propagation
Irrigation: Check that irrigation systems are providing good coverage and running properly before summer rains taper off. Lawn and Garden Care: Irrigation: https://edis.ifas.ufl. edu/topics/lawn_and_garden_care_ irrigation
Citrus: Fertilize citrus with a balanced fertilizer either this month or in October. Use controlled-release nitrogen because rain will not leach it from the soil too quickly. Home Citrus Culture: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topics/ home_citrus_culture
HAPPY GARDENING!
What’s Cooking FLORIDA ORANGE GLAZED SHRIMP
INGREDIENTS
1½ pounds Florida pink shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups Florida orange juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
PREPARATION
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil and garlic until liquid is reduced by half. Add pink shrimp and cook approximately 6 to 8 minutes or until shrimp is opaque in center and liquid thickens again. Add the chopped pepper and mix well, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Little Free Book Library in Our Neighborhood
Have you ever wondered what to do with the books you’ve read? A Little Free Library is a neighborhood book exchange where everyone’s invited to take a book or leave a book. At the August board meeting we agreed to place a Little Free Book Library in the Meadows. One of our board members has offered to build the book box for us. Look for the box in the coming days. It will be placed near the newly installed Community Bulletin Board.
Writers Wanted!!!
To make the Meadows Connection interesting and readable to our residents, we invite you to share your stories, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome articles about books, travel, pets, sports, TV and movies, Tech, and/or content that will get our community talking and sharing. Just avoid topics such as politics and religion in keeping with our policy to avoid controversy.
Please limit your words to between 200 to 600 words and feel free to include a couple of jpeg photos with high resolution. We’ll be happy to give you a byline!
Have fun writing and send to joyce.tilden.bsmpoa@gmail.com for submission in the Meadows Connection.
Being a Good Pet Owner and Neighbor!
REMINDER
Being a good neighbor and animal owner means picking up after your dog. Also, while our deed restrictions do not specifically state your animal must be leashed, it does state the animal must always be under the owner’s control. Not having the animal leashed could constitute a nuisance and that is a violation of our deed restrictions.
Tell us about your pet(s)! We would like to feature one family’s pet(s) in an article in the Connection. All you need to do is write between 200 – 600 words about your much-loved dog, cat, or other animal and include a couple of high resolution pictures. Some ideas to show off your beloved pet include – how you named him/her; a description of his/her looks; favorite activities and toys; what makes him/her special to you, or whatever else you’d like to share with readers. This is limited to Burnt Store Meadows owners and residents.
Your submission doesn’t have to be a literary masterpiece; we will edit and format it for the monthly newsletter. Have fun writing about your pet and send to joyce.tilden.bsmpoa@gmail.com for submission in the Meadows Connection.