Cross Creek MAY 2025 by Seabreeze Communications

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RECIPE FOR SPRING MONTAGE WOMEN’S CLUB MAY 2025

Ale Tales And Lager Lore

DIANE BOTHFELD, CERTIFIED CICERONE®

Hops in beer provide balance to the sweetness and toasty flavors of malt and complement the fruity flavors produced by ale yeast. Beer can be made without hops, but it might be unrecognizable to many as even a beer.

The hop plant is a climbing vine with the Latin name of Humulus lupulus. Doesn’t that sound like a spell in “Harry Potter.” Hops can perform magic in beer due to the chemical makeup of the hop cones. The cones

are the flowering part of the hop plant, and the cones contain all the good stuff of hops. Only female hop plants flower so commercial hop growers pull up the male plants. Back to the good stuff. Within the cone flower are little glands called lupulin which contain a golden yellow powder which is referred to as lupulin.

Lupulin contains the resins that provide bitterness to beer as well as the oils that provide aroma and flavor. An important resin is alpha acid. On their own, alpha acids are not bitter, but when the alpha acids are heated, they isomerize to form iso-alpha acids. Sounds like a few more spells from “Harry Potter.” Iso-alpha acids are the bittering agents in beer. When making beer, the liquid wort is boiled for an hour or more. The isomerization of alpha acids is a slow process, and hops are added to the wort at the start of the boil to get the desired bitterness of the beer. If you want a less bitter beer, add the hops later in the boil, but usually the boil including hops would not be less than 45 minutes.

What about the oils in lupulin? These oils provide flavor and aroma. There are hundreds of different oils, but all are very important in the flavor and aroma of each type of hop. Oils evaporate when boiled with the wort so to provide flavor

and aroma to beer, hops must be added later in the boil. A single beer may have multiple types of hops. A hop for bitterness would be added at the start of the boil. A hop for flavor would be added about halfway through the boil, and a hop for aroma would be added near the end of the boil or even after the boil is complete.

United States Department of Agriculture collects data each year on the hop harvest in the states of Washington, Idaho and Oregon. This is the main hop growing region in the United States. Information is collected from other states that grow hops, but the

number of acres and yields are very low compared to these three states.

Washington state is the largest producer with 33,361 acres planted to hops and the resulting value of the hops grown is over $320 million. Idaho and Oregon are close in hop production with 5,797 and 5,635 acres respectively. The value of Idaho hops was over $68 million and the Oregon hops were valued at over $56 million.

The biggest trend in the report is that the number of hop acres planted in these three states is declining. Washington state acres planted to hops declined from 42,762 in 2022 to 33,361 in 2024. There are many factors impacting the number of acres of hops planted. These include climate, demand for hops, and age of farmers and a lack of succession for the farm.

The varieties of hops produced is like reading a craft beer menu – Citra, Simcoe, Nugget, Mosaic to name a few. The largest number of acres planted goes to Citra at almost 2,000 acres.

Hops are important to producing beer across the globe and the U.S. does produce most of the hops needed for beer brewing. Other varieties may grow better in different parts of the world but can be grown here. Thanks to USDA for all the great data on hops, a main ingredient in the beer we love!

Card News

HAND AND FOOT

Feb. 10

Jenni Riley and Evie Woodfin 12,450

Yolando Mazzola and Cheryl Casciano 9,200

Feb. 17

Jackie Guthrie and Mary Lou Lydecker 14,120

Althea Alling and Cheryl Casciano 12,670

Evie Woodfin and Pam Mager 10,055

Marilyn Pemberton and Estelle Clemens 7,745

PINOCHLE WINNERS

BEV APPLEGATE

Feb. 3

Bev Applegate 693

Lori Bohan 692

Ken Schulz 691

Feb. 10

Ken Schulz 661

Jan Klaus 649

Gary Romanchuk 635

Feb. 17

Corky Tannehill 715

Kathleen Guillemette 668

Sue Lavy 666

Feb. 24

Bev Applegate 688

Kathleen Guillemette 665

Gary Romanchuk 662

BRIDGE

FRANK MARANTO

Feb. 3

Carol Richardson and Mary Fennick 3960

Nancy Kuehl and Pat Horschak 3890

Judy Brouwer and Estelle Snyder 3840

Jim Zernzach and Arline Oberst 3450

Steve Little and Marty Lydecker 3440

Bob Thompson and Maryanne McGee 3420

Feb. 10

Steve Little and Marty Lydecker 5320

Jim Zernzach and Pat Sandoe 3660

Carol Richardson and Mary Fennick 3500

Carolyn Hardy and Sharon Anglavar 3240

Feb. 17

Judy Thompson and Dorothy Carlson 3720

Don and Carol Kernwein 2820

Judy Brouwer and Estelle Snyder 2730

Pat Horschak and Carolyn Hardy 2720

Feb. 24

Don and Carol Kernwein 3830

Frank and Paula Maranto 3230

Steve and Claudia Raymond 2780

Cross Creek Mah-Jongg

Come join the Mah-jongg group on Mondays at 1 p.m. in the Cross Creek Clubhouse. We welcome beginners and will help you learn the game. At this time we’ve been having two tables, there is always room for more. If you have your 2024 card, please bring it with you. Call Jan Truesdell for information at (513) 254-0750.

�� Celebrating Mother’s Day: Love, Gratitude, And The Beauty Of Connection ��

Mother’s Day is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a celebration of the nurturing hearts, strong hands, and wise souls who shape our lives in countless ways. Whether it’s your mother, a grandmother, a sister, or someone who’s simply stepped into that nurturing role, today is about honoring the love that lifts us.

Poets Corner

MARY OLIVER

THE SUMMER DAY

Who made the world?

Who made the swan, and the black bear? Who made the grasshopper?

This grasshopper, I mean–the one who has flung herself out of the grass, the one who is eating sugar out of my hand, who is moving her jaws back and forth instead of up and down–who is gazing around with her enormous and complicated eyes. Now she lifts her pale forearms and thoroughly washes her face. Now she snaps her wings open, and floats away.

I don’t know exactly what a prayer is.

I do know how to pay attention, how to fall down into the grass, how to kneel in the grass, how to be idle and blessed, how to stroll through the fields, which is what I have been doing all day. Tell me, what else should I have done? Doesn’t everything die at last, and too soon? Tell me, what is it you plan to do With your one wild and precious life?

BILTMORE

Cross Creek Travelers

ESTATE AND ASHEVILLE, N.C., OCT. 26 TO 31, SIX DAYS/FIVE NIGHTS, $915 per person – double occupancy (Note Single additional charge $220)

• Deluxe motorcoach transportation Wi-Fi bathroom equipped

• Five nights lodging including three consecutive nights in the Asheville area

• Eight meals: five breakfasts and three dinners

• Guided tour of Asheville, N.C.

• Full-day visit to the Biltmore Estate

• Guided drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway

• Visit to the famous Folk Art Center

• Visit to the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center

The Biltmore Estate is America’s largest privately owned home. Your visit will include experiencing the Biltmore House and Gardens. You will also visit the Antler Village and Winery. This is Biltmore’s village that connects the estate’s present and past, providing a relaxing place for dining, shopping, plus historical exhibits.

This is a must trip for the first-time visitor or the returning visitor. Downtown Asheville features more Art Deco architecture than any other southern city outside of Miami.

This a must on anyone’s bucket list or for the returning visitor.

MYRTLE BEACH HOLIDAY SHOW

TRIP, DEC. 1 TO 6, SIX DAYS/FIVE NIGHTS, $825 per person, double occupancy (Note Single an additional $209)

• Deluxe motorcoach transportation

• Five nights lodging including three consecutive nights in the Myrtle Beach area

• Eight meals: five breakfasts and three dinners

• Three evening Christmas shows: Legends in Concert, the South’s Grandest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theatre and Christmas on Main at the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre

• Le Grand Cirque’s Winter in the Air at Broadway Theatre

• The Man of a Thousand Voices at the Asher Theatre

• Popular shopping and dining at Barefoot Landing and Broadway at the Beach

• Visit to Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade

• Amazing L.W. Paul Living History Farm

Wow! This trip is packed with Christmas at every turn. Ho! Ho! Ho! You wouldn’t be disappointed.

Call Kathy Bonick at (309) 265-7241 or email kathyhike17@yahoo.com.

All reservations require a $75 deposit check only made out to DIAMOND TOURS.

Continental Women’s Club

The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, June 12 at 11:30 a.m. Our planned speaker is still pending final confirmation, but we will definitely have an interesting program for you to enjoy. We celebrated Continental’s 50th year anniversary in March, recognizing our past presidents and the many accomplishments over those years and now look forward to continuing these into the future.

Meetings are held at The Hideaway Country Club, 5670 Trailwinds Drive, Fort Myers 33907. The cost to attend the luncheon is $26. Please call Liz Paul at (239) 691-7561 by Tuesday, June 3 for meal selection and to make a reservation for our June 12 meeting.

Continental Women’s Club is a social, cultural, and philanthropic organization established in 1975, with membership open to women living in Lee County. We have many special events and interest groups within our club that you can participate in for social and educational purposes throughout the month and the year. In addition, we contribute to many local charities and award two scholarships each year to senior high school girls who plan on furthering their education.

Recipe For Spring

“SPRING IS NATURE’S WAY OF SAYING, “LET’S EAT!”

A creamy, comforting dish with the brightness of spring veggies!

SPRING PEA AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

1 arborio rice

1 tablespoon oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup dry white wine (or extra broth, warmed)

4 cups vegetable or chicken broth, warmed

1 cup fresh or frozen peas

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Zest of 1 lemon

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh mint or basil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the garlic and arborio rice. Stir for 1 to 2 minutes until rice is slightly translucent.

3. Pour in the wine (if using) and stir until absorbed.

4. Add the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously. Wait until the liquid is absorbed before adding more.

5. When the rice is nearly tender, stir in peas and asparagus. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until vegetables are bright and tender.

6. Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan, lemon zest, salt and pepper.

7. Garnish with fresh herbs, serve warm.

Cross Creek Book Club

2025-26 BOOK SELECTION LIST

1. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown

2. The Day the World Came to Town by Jim DeFede

3. Rose, Run, Rose by James Patterson and Dolly Parton

4. The Measure by Nikki Erlick

5. The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

6. James by Percival Everett

7. Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty

8. Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult

9. Rock, Paper, Scissors by Alice Feeney

10. One Step Ahead by Avraham Azrieli

11. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

12. The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis

13. The Mango Tree by Annabelle Tometich

14. The Fury by Alex Michaelides

15. Fresh Water for Flowers by Valerie Perrin

16. The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict

17. The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

18. How to Read a Book by Monica Wood

19. Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci

20. The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

21. Camino Ghosts by John Grisham

22. The Wedding People by Alison Espach

23. Intermezzo by Sally Rooney

24. The Humans: A Novel by Matt Haig

25. The Cold Dish: A Walt Longmire Mystery by Craig Johnson

26. The Berry Pickers: A Novel by Amanda Peters

Village News

WYLDEWOOD

In last years’ May Courier , I wrote about phase one of our landscaping project. Since then, shrubs and trees were removed, new plantings were installed along our building four, aside White Marsh Lane, and sod was added to area where needed. Phase two will start this year with plans currently under development. When working with limited resources a compromise is necessary.

Last season, a committee was formed to review our 1984 documents and recently our residents approved a change to the vote necessary to amend those documents. Now the difficult work to review all the documents lies ahead.

In golf news, Peter Brochhausen tied for first place in the men’s -18 golf championship in the net three tee flight. Try to say those three words together. I would like to say it was a hard-fought battle but in golf you are battling yourself with all its ups (score wise) and downs, as in keep your head down.

It has been a great season with loads of activities at Wyldewood and Cross Creek. With hello and goodbye social events, a Super Bowl party, a golf outing, St. Pat’s celebration, Christmas dinner, Friday Women’s Coffee, Monday nights at the pool and overall fellowship.

Now that the season is over and with those heading north the transition begins – less traffic, let us hope so, again, gathering with old friends, remember when getting up, which way to the bathroom, and the ever present, what did I forget to pack, ok a checklist, next time. Wherever you go, wherever you may travel, another season has ended. Be safe.

Line Dancing At Clubhouse

Sandra and Dino Milazzo have been promoting, performing, and teaching dance (Line Dance and Social Ballroom) for over 20 years. They’ve had the pleasure of doing the same at Cross Creek since 2019. You may have also seen the Milazzos at various dinner dances (they frequent on Fridays and special occasions) as they love to bring folks to their feet for fun and enjoyment of music and dance! Sandra and Dino cherish the many friends and acquaintances that they’ve had the pleasure of making at Cross Creek!

Please join us on Saturday mornings, from 9 to 10 a.m., for Line Dance! Just $5 per person. The class is designed for beginners, plus some intermediate steps as comfortable for the class. Whether you participate every week, or just occasionally, Sandra and Dino teach to accommodate all!

Women’s 18 Golf League News

30 at 90. Cross Creek Women’s 18 League had a special celebration during the March 26 Awards Ceremony and Luncheon. This year, Mary Lou Horan, Cross Creek resident and league’s most “Energetic Golfer,” celebrates 30 years of playing league golf at Cross Creek and 90 years living life! To recognize those significant milestones, her family joined the group to share in a special cake made for

the occasion. The entire league stood and toasted her accomplishments. We celebrate YOU, Mary Lou!

THE

HUSBAND AND DAUGHTER JOIN THE PARTY.

ARLENE MCCLINTOCK WHISPERS ABOUT A SURPRISE TO MARY LOU HORAN

SURPRISE!

EVERYBODY’S MOUTH DROPPED WHEN DAVE CLARK, FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER PRESENTED THE CAKE TO MARY LOU.

THE ENTIRE ROOM RAISES A GLASS TO CELEBRATE MARY LOU HORAN.

WOMEN’S GOLF NEWS

Cross Creek Women’s 18 Golf League concluded another successful season of “Golf With Friends.” What a wonderful time spent playing a challenging game and being cheered on through the good, bad and ugly. It’s really the people that keep it fun, and not the occasional great shot. Although, it’s that occasional great shot that keeps us coming back! We look forward to next year.

DOROTHY BIZAK RECEIVES HOLE IN ONE PRIZE MONEY FROM LESA FOSS

The league’s totals illustrate a season of golf well played:

ONE eagle

TWO holes in one EIGHTEEN chip-ins

THIRTY-ONE birdies

MOLLY HORSTMANN RECEIVES LEAGUE CHAMPION AWARD FROM ARLENE MCCLINTOCK, LEAGUE PRESIDENT

SHERRI MATTHEWS, CHIP CHAMPION 2025 (10)

BARBARA PRICE, KAREN MULLINS, CARMEN DULHANTY, KAREN MAAS

Women’s 18 Golf League Results

BRENDA SARNA, PUBLICITY

FEBRUARY 26, MARCH 5 AND 12 LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP

2025 Club Champion awarded to Molly Horstman, Overall Low Gross

Runner-up, DeEtta Hawks with Overall Low Net

Flight 1

1st Low Gross 137 Sherri Matthews

2nd Low Gross 148 Renie Green

1st Low Net 119 Fran Danek

2nd Low Net 122 Lesa Foss

Flight 2

1st Low Gross 155 Inge Longpre

2nd Low Gross 169 Sandi Evans

1st Low Net 122 Barbara Price

2nd Low Net 127 Lola Arena

Flight 3

1st Low Gross 159 Pat Milward

2nd Low Gross 168 EJ Nees

1st Low Net 115 Carmen Dulhanty

2nd Low Net 118 Bobbi Pollesch

Flight 4

1st Low Gross 171 Karen Maas

2nd Low Gross 179 Mary Lou Horan

1st Low Net 116 Judy Matuzak

2nd Low Net 119 Mary Jasma

MARCH

19, FIVE CLUBS

Flight 1

1st Score 58 Mary Bodem

2nd Score 61 (tie) Sherri Matthews, Karen Mullins

Flight 2

1st Score 61 Chris Jaeger

2nd Score 65 Sandi Evans

3rd Score 67 Marsha Smith

Flight 3

1st Score 60 Carmen Dulhanty

2nd Score 61 (tie) Judy Jankowski, EJ Nees

Flight 4

1st Score 58 Mary Lou Horan

2nd Score 63 Jackie Monteiro

3rd Score 64 Karen Maas

MARCH

26, SCRAMBLE

1st Score 56 Molly Horstman, Marsha Smith, Lola Arena, Brenda Sarna

2nd Score 57 Sherri Matthews, Chris Jaeger, Barb Hughes, Mary Rei

3rd Score 58 (tie) Renie Green, Jan Truesdell, Amy Liming, Mary Jansma Karen Mullins, Barbara Price, Carmen Dulhanty, Karen Maas

This ends the season for our snowbirds. Women’s 18 League will continue to play on Wednesday mornings through April.

MAY 11, 2025

Ladies’ Nine Hole Championship Award Golf And Luncheon

PATTI BARBUTO

Nine Hole league ended our season in March with a fun golf scramble followed by a delicious lunch served in the clubhouse. The highlight of the day was to announce our 2025 Club Champion, Sherrie Mathews and Medallion Winner Debbie Bilbrey, along with all the flight winners.

It has been a great season of swinging and smiles and friendships. All the ladies are winners because of the friendships we share playing golf at Cross Creek.

Wherever our summer plans take us ~ May we keep smiling and sharing the sunshine!

CONGRATS to all the winners:

NET FLIGHT WINNERS: BARB MOORE, BEV APPLEGATE, LAURA STEWART, JOAN THEUNE, PHYLLIS WAYCO, RENIE GREEN, LAUREN MARTIN, ESTELLE SNYDER

GROSS WINNERS

Flight 1

1st place: Molly Horstman

2nd place: Tee Pazitney

Flight 2

1st place: Pat Millward

2nd place: Dorothy Bizak

Flight 3

1st place: Nancy Allen

2nd place: Janet Stockbridge

Flight 4

1st place: Linda Sleeth

NET WINNERS

Flight 1

1st place: Laura Stewart

2nd place: Renie Green

Flight 2

1st place: Phyllis Wayco

2nd place: Lauren Manti

Flight 3

1st place: Joan Theune

2nd place: Bev Applegate

Flight 4

1st place: Barb Moore

2nd place: Estelle Snyder

2nd place: Anne Sachelli 2025 CHAMPION: SHERRIE MATTHEWS

GROSS FLIGHT WINNERS: PAT MILLWARD, TEE PAZITNEY, MOLLY HORSTMAN, LINDA SLEETH, JANET STOCKBRIDGE, ANNE SACHELI, DOROTHY BIZAK

SCRAMBLE WINNERS: CATHY DONAVAN AND MOLLY HORSTMAN. NOT PICTURED: MARY LOU LYDECKER CATHY DONOVAN ALSO WON CLOSEST TO PIN 5’7”

MEN’S GOLF NEWS

OUR BEST DRESSED STARTER JEFF

Men’s 18-Hole Member-Member

Named after David Lander, the Men’s 18-Hole MemberMember golf tournament was held in February. It brought 32 competitors together playing in various golf formats. Pictured are the first, second and third place winners.

Dan Duey has claimed the 2025 Men’s 18 Golf League Championship, marking his fourth title since his first victory

in 2013. He secured the win over Ric Lamb, the 2024 champion, who finished as the runner-up.

The tee two and three competition featured winners in both gross and net score categories. Jay Moore emerged as the net score champion, with Ed Ipema finishing in second place. Net scores are calculated without a handicap, whereas gross scores include handicap adjustments.

From the three tees, Tim Cowin took first place in the gross score category, followed by Clay Lance in second. In net play, Bob Reimels and Peter Brochhausen tied for first place.

The Men’s 18 Championship took place over three beautiful days of play, beginning on March 14 and concluding the following week on March 21 and 22. A total of 22 players

DAN DUEY AND TIM COWIN

participated, with 10 competing from the second tee and 12 from the third tee.

Winners were honored on April 4 at the Men’s 18 awards luncheon. Dan Duey’s and Tim Cowin’s names will be added to the commemorative plaque displayed in the clubhouse hallway, joining the ranks of past champions.

This championship marks the final event of the Men’s 18 season, which also featured match play, member-member tournaments, and the Ryder Cup. As the season wraps up, players remaining at Cross Creek for the summer can take advantage of reciprocal agreements allowing play at various area golf courses.

The Men’s 18 league will resume in the fall, with play beginning on November 7. The Board eagerly

anticipates welcoming returning members while also encouraging new participants to join for an exciting season of enjoyable weekly rounds and spirited competitive events. Addition information can be found on the Cross Creek Website at crosscreekfl@gmail.com.

LEFT DAN DUEY AND, TO RIGHT, DAN DUEY, LES JANKOWSKI, TOM HORSHAK, BILL TUBBS, GREG WALSH, RON PARKER

DAN DUEY AND LES JANKOWSKI

MEN’S GOLF NEWS

Cross Creek Men’s 18-Hole Results

MARCH 7, INDIVIDUAL POINT QUOTA

Ed Jedlicka and Don Romines

MARCH 14, 4-MAN LOW NET

1st F. Schiaffo, R. Parker, I. Poirier, N. Roberts

2nd M. Schranz, P. Miele, N. Roberts, R. Sleet

3rd D. Weber, J. Carr, T. Ker, D. Hatton

MARCH 21, 4-MAN FALL BACK SCRAMBLE

1st D. Duey, P. Miele, R. Dean, P. Brochhausen

2nd (two-way tie) B. Rayhorn, B. Reimels, F. Schiaffo, W. Johnson T. Cowin, J. Marcotti, G. McDonald, F. Maranto

MARCH 28, 3-BEST BALL OF 4

1st L. Conroy, J. Hart, T. Kes., F. Maranto

2nd C. Lance, D. Von Ruden, J. Marcotti, D. Hatton

3rd D. Weber, F. Schiafflo, J. Price, I. Poirier

MAY 26, 2025

Crossword Puzzle

G G G

Domestic utensils

Nil 23. The business of selling goods

Dictatorial

Once, long ago

Deer meat

Trainee

Consented

Book of instructions

Not idle

Thin

United Kingdom

L L L L

Primitive weapon

Mineral excavator

Eyeglasses

Fuse

Expend DOWN

Dull

Timber wolf

Sloth

Trawling equipment

Woody plants

Robber

Colony of rabbits

Inability to remember

T T T

Reseda

Notions

Requires

School assignment

Tropical root

Curved molding

Consumed

Distinctive flair

Ripple

Italian bowling

Shade trees

Genuine

27. Rational

Shortening

Red 32. Low point

Found on rotary phones

Wicked

Lairs

Violent disorder

Sidelined 43. Type of truck engine

Condition

Prison-related

Surplus 49. Goes ballistic 51. Display 52. Obscene term for feces 53. Not early

Not odd 55. Dispatch

Montage Women’s Club

The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We normally meet on the fourth Thursday of each month. Our May meeting will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn (Captiva Ballroom), 12600 University Drive, Fort Myers 33908, corner of College Parkway at the Summerlin Road overpass. Meetings begin at 11:30 a.m. with a short social period, followed by lunch at noon, followed by an informative speaker program and a short business meeting. Within the organization are various interest groups for members’ participation. Membership is open to both year-round and seasonal residents. We welcome you to visit Montage for a luncheon.

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, May 22. Our speaker will be Adrienne Diaz, a Lee

County Master Gardener and a Certified Square Foot Garden instructor. Square foot gardening is the practice of using a small space and a little elbow grease to achieve great gardening success. Adrienne will inform us about plants that thrive in our climate and how they can grow, even in small areas, as a beautiful addition to your balcony, lanai or garden.

Luncheon fee will be $30 per person, and you always have a choice of either a regular menu entree and/or a vegan plant-based entree.

If you would like to attend a Montage meeting, need further information, or would like to make a reservation, please call Rita Artwohl at (239) 703-7787. Reservations cutoff to attend this meeting is noon, Thursday, May 15.

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MINDY TAMACCIO, EDITOR COURIER

(610) 812-0987 | mindy.tamaccio@gmail.com

DO YOU HAVE THE ‘WRITE’ STUFF?

I’m in search of a few residents who would like to contribute to our newsletter. Yes, that means you ! This is our newsletter; let’s make it our own! Now is your chance to share your interests with the community. You can contribute each month, just once, or once in a while. You can even give yourself a fancy title like columnist, correspondent, or wordsmith-extraordinaire!

• Are you involved in any particular activities in Cross Creek or around town?

• Can you share your knowledge about a specific topic or hobby?

• Do you have (or did you retire from) an interesting career?

• Are you the person who always knows what to do/where to go in our area?

• Do you like to take pictures or draw cartoons?

• Can you pass along a favorite recipe?

• Would you like to write but need inspiration? (I can help!)

If you answered yes to any of the above or have an idea of your own, contact me at mindy.tamaccio@gmail.com.

I look forward to hearing from you! And as always, I’d like to extend a huge “thank you” to all of our current contributors for their continued efforts. Without you, this paper would not be possible!

TO ALL REPORTERS SUBMITTING COPY

1. Village news: 300 words or less.

2. Deadline: Fourth of the month by 5 p.m.

3. Articles – Please do not capitalize all words.

4. Please give your articles a headline & Byline

5. All articles need to be sent to Mindy Tamaccio at mindy.tamaccio@gmail.com.

RECIPES

Desserts are made of sugar and spice and everything nice, Appetizers can be anything like the roll of the dice, Entrees can be meaty, veggie and even rice, But please, let’s not have lice or mice.

So take the dare, submit a recipe you would like to share, Some will make it with care, And even serve it for their fare.

Submit all recipes to mindy.tamaccio@gmail.com.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Harvey LaPointe, President

13239 Oak Hill Loop

435-659-9805

Brent Minor, Vice President 13264 White Marsh Lane #19 768-0743

Frank Maranto, Treasurer 13110 Cross Creek Blvd., #309 785-4750

Debbie Kelly, Secretary 13131 Cross Creek Blvd., #107 703-963-1104

Chance Chancellor, Director 12745 Inverary Cir. 247-3627

John Castaldo, Director (802) 272-9493

Alan Jones, Director (860) 670-4862

CLUBHOUSE VILLAGE

John Carraher, President 13131 Cross Creek Blvd., #109 914-584-9784

MANAGEMENT COMPANY

D&D Association Services 11000 Metro Pkwy., Suite 3 Fort Myers, Florida 33966 239-364-4325

COUNTRY CLUB VILLAGE 1

Brad Grove, President

13090 Cross Creek Court, #202 708-341-4499

MANAGEMENT COMPANY

D&D Association Services 11000 Metro Pkwy., Suite 3 Fort Myers, Florida 33966 239-364-4325

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THE VERANDAS

c/o Frank Maranto, President 13110 Cross Creek Blvd., #309 785-4750

Fort Myers, Florida 33912

VILLAS OF CROSS

CREEK I

Ted Knudsen, President 13452 Onion Creek Court 616-901-0222

MANAGEMENT COMPANY

D&D Association Services 11000 Metro Pkwy., #3 Fort Myers, Florida 33966 364-4325

VILLAS OF CROSS CREEK II

Alan Jones, President 12781 Cold Stream Drive 860-670-4862

MANAGEMENT COMPANY

Coastal Association Services 1314 Cape Coral Parkway E., Suite 205 Cape Coral, Florida 33904 239-689-3080

WYLDEWOOD VILLAGE

Peter Brochhausen, President 13219 White Marsh Lane #107 253-433-0530

MANAGEMENT COMPANY

D&D Association Services 11000 Metro Pkwy., Suite 3

Fort Myers, Florida 33966

In order to better serve your concerns and questions regarding our community, please contact the following board members directly with your specific issues or questions.

Cross Creek Master Board

Harvey LaPointe, President Common Grounds (435) 659-9805

Brent Minor, Vice President Golf Course (239) 768-0743 or (847) 636-1454

Frank Maranto, Treasurer (239) 785-4750

Debbie Kelly, Secretary Pro Shop and Cart Barn (703) 963-1104

Chance Chancellor, Director Lakes (239) 247-3627

John Castaldo, Director Restaurant (802) 272-9493

Alan Jones, Director

Clubhouse Area Buildings and Pool (860) 670-4862

E-MAIL ADDRESSES

Members can now e-mail their request to the following departments: office@crosscreekfl.com restaurant@crosscreekfl.com proshop@crosscreekfl.com clubhouse@crosscreekfl.com

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WHO TO CALL FOR WHAT

Have a problem and/or need help?

Here’s who to call:

Medical or Fire Emergency: Call 911 Water Leak in Irrigation System: Call your own local Association officer or Management Company Street Light Out on Cross Creek Boulevard or White Marsh Lane: Call Cross Creek Administration at 768-1166

Crime Problem: Call Lee County Sheriff at 477-1200

Need Cross Creek Information: Call Association office at 768-1166

CROSS CREEK RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE (239) 768-1474

RESTAURANT NEWS

Nightly Specials Are Served Wednesday And Friday Only.

CROSS CREEK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT

Our Vision – To be a respected and affordable golf and clubhouse facility.

Mission – We operate a semiprivate golf and clubhouse facility that provides an enjoyable environment where members and guests receive superior customer service. Our goal is to exceed customer expectations everyday. We operate with innovative and creative management where honesty, integrity and good business practices are the foundation of our leadership. We foster an atmosphere of teamwork among members, staff and community.

Tune in to the Cross Creek TV channel at 901.

The Blue Stream Help Line is (239) 963-1350.

BEWARE OF ALLIGATORS AND SNAKES when retrieving your ball on the banks of the lakes.

NOTICE

Please return ALL RAKES to the bunkers when finished. Thank You

DO NOT WALK, JOG OR RIDE BIKES ON THE CART PATHS.

WHEN PUTTING ON GREENS KEEP CARTS ON CART PATH.

ATTENTION DOG OWNERS

It is your responsibility to pick up after your dog. It’s the law. Some of you have been negligent in doing so. Please keep our Cross Creek beautiful!

NOTICE!

Please pick up all cigar and cigarette butts! Thank you

POOL SERVICE

Did you know you may order food and drinks to be served by the pool? All you have to do is call the restaurant, give them your order and be sure to tell them you are by the pool. 768-1474.

PLEASE DON’T FEED ALLIGATORS, BIRDS, PIGS OR ANY WILDLIFE

Report all aggressive alligator sightings to the Master Association office at 768-1166.

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