Caught On Camera
Do you have any pictures you would like to share? Post them in the Caught on Camera spot. Submit your photos, with a brief description, to newsletter@eagleridge33912.com.
Fort Myers YMCA To Host Annual River Nights Charity Event On Oct. 5
The Fort Myers YMCA is thrilled to announce its Annual River Nights Charity Event, taking place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the historic Burroughs Home and Garden. This elegant evening promises to be a night to remember, featuring an open bar, delectable heavy hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auctions, music and dancing under the stars.
All proceeds from the River Nights Charity Event are dedicated to providing essential services to children and families in our community. These funds will support the Fort Myers YMCA’s scholarship program, ensuring that every child has access to safe, enriching after-school care,
summer camp, swim lessons, sports, wellness programs, health education and more, regardless of the ability to pay.
“The Fort Myers YMCA is committed to serving the children and families in our community, providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can learn, grow and thrive,” said Suzie Starks, Fort Myers YMCA executive director. “Events like River Nights are crucial in helping us raise the necessary funds to continue offering these vital programs and services. We invite everyone to join us for a wonderful evening and support our mission.”
By participating in the River Nights Charity Event, attendees will directly contribute to the YMCA’s efforts in making a positive impact on the lives of local children and families. This event is an opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable night while supporting a cause that strengthens the community.
For more details or to purchase sponsorships and tickets, please visit River Nights Charity Event website or email Suzie Starks at Suzies@ ymcaswfl.org or (239) 275-9622.
About YMCA Of Southwest Florida
YMCA of Southwest Florida is a leading nonprofit strengthening Southwest Florida communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Driven by its founding mission, the Y has served as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community for more than 175 years. The Y empowers everyone, no matter who they are or where they’re from, by ensuring access to resources, relationships and opportunities for all to learn, grow and thrive. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, the Y aims to improve overall health and well-being, ignite youth empowerment and demonstrate the importance of connections in and across Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, Desoto, Hendry and Glades counties.
Sunday, Sept. 8th
Photo by Vicki Winters
Photo by Vicki Winters
Photo by Carl Steinhoff
Photo by Sue McLean Clark
Photo by Sue McLean Clark
Photo by Sue McLean Clark
Eagle Ridge Board Of Directors
From March 2024 To March 2025
Christine Leslie, President Joyce Johnson, Vice President
Peggy Jermyn, Secretary/Treasurer
Greg Lambrecht, Director
Kathy Furlong, Director
Board members may be contacted using the Eagle Ridge phone directory or by emailing info@EagleRidge33912.com.
Committee Chairs Board Liaison
Arbitration Board
Jim Lutsch, Chairperson
Architectural Control
Rick Jermyn, Chairperson
Communications
Email: info@EagleRidge33912.com
Website: Scott Fowler
Email: Joyce Johnson
Christine Leslie
Christine Leslie
Joyce Johnson
Newsletter (Eye of the Eagle): Pam Johnson, Editor
To submit news/photos: Newsletter@EagleRidge33912.com
Deed of Restrictions
Kathy Furlong, Chairperson
Email: DOR@EagleRidge33912.com
Election/Mailing Committee
Jim and Janet Lutsch, Chairpersons
Golf Committee
Jim Lutsch, Chairperson for Men
Kathy Furlong, Chairperson for Women
Golf Liaison
Jim Lutsch, Chairperson
Holiday Decorating
Rick Jermyn, Chairperson
Legal
TBA, Chairperson
Maintenance and Beautification
Joyce Johnson, Chairperson
Security/Safety
Connie Hope, Chairperson
Social
Kelly Lambrecht, Chairperson
Surface Water Drainage
Christine Leslie, Chairperson
Kathy Furlong
TBA
Kathy Furlong
Kathy Furlong
Kathy Furlong
TBA
Joyce Johnson
Peggy Jermyn
Peggy Jermyn
TBA
Welcoming Peggy Jermyn
Kathy Furlong, Chairperson
Eagle Ridge Additional Contact Information
Replacement of Lamppost Bulbs and Light Sensors: Contact Joe Foster, (239) 218-7714 and leave your name, address and phone number.
Flagpole Holders and Damaged Mailbox Repairs, Painting of Mailboxes and Light Poles
Contact Tim Townsend (740) 403-0983.
ERPOA Web Maintenance
Contact Ed Schuler, (267) 513-0800.
Deed of Restrictions Section A-15:
Cooking By Connie
By Connie Hope
September is known as National Mushroom month. Here is a great soup to cook for September.
Beef Barley And Mushroom Soup
1 ½ pounds of beef cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups yellow onions, chopped fine
1 cup carrots, diced
½ cup celery, diced
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 (14 ½ ounce) can beef broth
1 (14 ½ ounce) can chicken broth
2 cups water
½ cup medium barley
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
In soup pot put oil; brown beef cubes on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté onion, carrots, celery in drippings until tender. Add mushrooms, garlic and thyme.
Stir, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in broth, water, barley, salt and pepper. Add beef cubes. Bring to a boil.
Simmer slowly for 2-plus hours. Add parsley.
Serves 4 to 5.
Events At The Community House
Sanibel Community Association
Shell Crafters – The Originals
Date: Monday, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Admission: Free admission
Observe the original Sanibel Island artists at work from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A shell crafting class starts at 10 a.m. The class is free, just pay for supplies to create a beautiful shell flower.
Small flower supplies, $3
Large flower supplies, $4
Other beautiful items are available for purchase and priced individually. All sales benefit the operations of the nonprofit historical Community House. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Sanibel Hearts Club
Date: Friday, Sept. 6, 13, 20, and 27
Time: 12 to 3 p.m.
Admission: No reservations required, $5 suggested donation.
This fun card game is available to all. Beginners are always welcome! About The Community House
Since 1927, The Community House has served as the gathering place of the islands. Many social organizations, civic groups, and clubs that first found a home here at The Community House are still here to this day. Though the Sanibel Community Association (SCA) and therefore The Community House is not part of the City of Sanibel government or properties, the city actually has its roots here; the famous referendum of 1974 that incorporated the City of Sanibel was held here. The historic Founder’s Room was also the meeting place for the very first City Council meetings. The Community House also hosts many large events and festivals including the Annual Shell Show and Festival. It is one of the largest and longest-running shell-related shows in the world, and it funds a large portion of SCA’s operations within the community. The Community House serves as the historical heart of the island. Any public, private, individual, or group is welcome.
The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957, (239) 472-2155, info@sanibelcommunityhouse. net. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pets must be on a leash at all times when being walked outside of the owner’s property boundaries. The pet owner is responsible for picking up all animal waste from their pet at all times. This includes the common areas! Violators are subject to fining.
–The Board of Directors
Eagle Ridge Residents
Jogging, bicycling, walking and other nongolfing activities or unregistered golf play are not permitted on the golf course.
Architectural Control Information
Please remember that any exterior changes you plan to make to your home need to be approved by the Architectural Control Committee.
For example, this includes reroofing, exterior painting, landscape changes, swing set installations, etc. We live in a deed-restricted community and these controls have been put into place for the good of each homeowner so as to maintain our beautiful community. Please contact Rick Jermyn (701) 3880419 or RAJermyn1@gmail.com so that your changes can be reviewed and approved.
A form is available for download from the Eagle Ridge website: www.EagleRidge33912.com on the Resources tab.
We plan to work hard for you to keep our community – the one you all moved into – please help us do that!
The Board of Directors
Eagle Ridge Job Spot
Non-businesses only please! All business owners should contact Seabreeze Communications to place an ad. Are you looking for an odd job? Want to be included in the Eagle Ridge Job Spot? Email your information to Pam Whitenight at Newsletter@eagleridge33912. com. Baby-sitters, pet sitters, yard work and more.
**Note: All work performed based on the postings below become the sole responsibility/liability of the person hiring for the job and the worker. This publication and the Eagle Ridge Community bear no endorsement, accountability nor liability.
Carol Gulledge, (317) 908-8001. An art teacher offering lessons in oil, acrylic and watercolor. Teaching for 45 years and retiring here in Eagle Ridge full time. Classes will be Monday through Saturday. Bring a friend or group to have fun, relax and be creative. Classes are two hours. Call now or email rmxcar@aol. com to reserve a time.
Karleen Halfmann, (239) 292-6302. Karleen’s Coastal Home Watch. Licensed Realtor and competitive pricing. Eagle Ridge resident. Email: karleensellsswfl@ aol.com. Call or email for information.
Connie Hope, (215) 527-1217. Absentee Homeowner Services: “While you’re away” I can check your home or condo. (Weekly/biweekly/monthly). I can validate yard maintenance and irrigation, pick up parcels and mail, check water, check appliances, arrange for repairs and services and much more. I am in the community. Call or email conniehope@comcast.net.
Connie Hope, (215) 527-1217. Secretarial work, outreach office work, write your letters, answer your email, also light accounting, prepare things for taxes. I have been a Florida notary for the last 10 years.
Tom Jackson, (919) 414-5017. I have over 33 years of carpentry/cabinet making experience and worked as a full-time handyman in North Carolina for the past two
years. I can install cabinets/doors, tile backsplashes, hang TVs/lights/fans, small electrical/plumbing jobs and more. Just ask and I’ll let you know if I can do it! John Kincaid, (239) 286-7010. Home Watch for snowbirds or travelers. I am a full-time Eagle Ridge resident insured and bonded. Comprehensive reports with pictures and GPS verification are provided after every visit. Check for leaks, temp/humidity, intrusions, pests and much more. Verify lawn and pool maintenance. Don’t have a nasty surprise when you get into town. Your insurance company may not cover a claim without this service. Weekly/biweekly/monthly. Call or email john@fmhomewatch.com.
Kathie McDonough, (239) 478-0060. A resident on Triple Eagle Court, Kathie does pet sitting and home watch.
Michael Messina, (631) 357-1016. We are new residents of Eagle Ridge on Twin Eagle Lane and would like to offer professional pressure washing services to the community at discounted prices. I specialize in all flat work such as driveways, walkways, pool decking surfaces, etc. Call or text me for a free estimate.
Diane Nichols, (239) 825-5861. Notary public state of Florida since 1986. I will pet sit, house sit, and babysit.
Edith Weber, (651) 410-6596. CNA with over 35 years’ experience, I can help with daily living activities such as bathing, hair and nail care, cooking, shopping, etc. I am licensed and CPR certified.
Doug Wyatt, (618) 558-8176. I am a full-time resident at The Fairways and have over 25 years of experience doing interior painting in extremely nice homes. I am very meticulous, accommodating, neat, and tidy. I can also help out with light handyman work like replacing faucets, light fixtures, door locks, etc., as well as trimming bushes, cleaning gutters, house sitting, or anything you need that I am able to do.
You’re Invited To Our Seventh Annual Grampy’s/RMHC SWFL
Golf
Tournament Fundraiser!
Proceeds Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® Of Southwest Florida
Friday, Dec. 13
Fiddlesticks Golf & Country Club
Join us at one of Florida’s premier private golf courses for our Seventh Annual Grampy’s/RMHC SWFL Golf Tournament fundraiser!
It will be an exciting day of golf, raffle, helicopter ball drop and more!
Sponsorships and ticket sales are open. Details at rmhcswfl.org/grampys-golf.
Register today!
Huge thanks to Sanibel Captiva Community Bank for being our premier sponsor again this year!
Big thanks to the rest of our current sponsors: Presenting Sponsor , Aubuchon Team; Eagle Sponsors , Golisano
Children’s Hospital-Lee Health, Montes Family and Turano Bun; Putting Sponsor, Richard DeStefano
Extras
• Helicopter Ball Drop: $100 per ball, only 100 balls available … winner will receive a $1,000 gift card
• Pro Package: $150 per person, one mulligan, six raffle tickets
• Raffle Tickets: One ticket for $25, six tickets for $100
Mark Your Calendar For The Craftie Ladies’ Fall Craft Fair
Submitted by The Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church
The Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church are once again having their Fall Craft Fair.
If you’ve been to one of our craft fairs before, you know we have a large variety of top quality, homemade items for sale. In addition to our well-known, exquisite quilts, afghans and hand-knit and crocheted items, there will be pillows, table runners, placemats/napkins, handmade rosaries, jewelry, mother/daughter aprons, tooth fairy pillows, novel baby items, lots of lovely holiday décor, including our fabulous wreaths, and so much more!
Some of our always fabulous raffle baskets include BBQ, Evening in Paris, Chocolate, Cat, Dog, and Layette baskets, plus more made by our wonderfully talented women. The drawing for each basket will take place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10. You don’t have to be present to win!
Come and join us on: Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 10 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Craftie Ladies came together 15 years ago. The group has grown to nearly 40 talented and dedicated women. All proceeds go directly back into the community. Just a few causes we donate to:
A.C.T.
Blankets And Blessings
Eva’s Closet
St. John XXIII Villas
St. Martin De Porres
We hope to see you at our Fall Craft Fair at St. John XXIII Catholic Church Parish Life Center, located on Palomino Lane, just north of Daniels Parkway. Stop by, have a chat and maybe get some early shopping done.
Eagle Ridge Bulletin Board
If you have an announcement, we will include it in this column. Email newsletter@eagleridge33912.com with your request.
Eagle Ridge Golf News
Please, let us all remember the course is not for walking or kids to be playing on, regardless of the time of day. The course has access roads to be used only by golf course employees and equipment as well. Let us respect the golf course grounds and keep everyone safe!
Jim Lutsch, your golf liaison, can be reached at (239) 322-9588.
Fort Myers Camera Club
Meetings are held twice monthly November through April at Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center, 16760 Bass Road from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Check the website www.fortmyerscc.com for information on meeting schedules, membership, competitions, exhibitions, speakers, outings, mentoring, updates and to join the fun. All levels of photographers are welcome to learn, share and enjoy. Contact carolheff28@ gmail.com for more information.
Volunteer In Your Eagle Ridge Community
If you are interested in serving on the Eagle Ridge Board of Directors or would like to serve on one of the committees, please contact one of the following Board members: Chris Leslie, Joyce Johnson, Peggy Jermyn, Greg Lambrecht, Kathy Furlong or send an email to Info@EagleRidge33912.com.
Ways To Communicate
Eagle Ridge has a Facebook page. This is a private group only for Eagle Ridge residents. To join, find “Eagle Ridge Community Fort Myers” on Facebook. Then click on request to join. You will be prompted to enter your address. This will be checked against property records to confirm you are a resident.
Eagle Ridge is also on NextDoor.com. You can join and select to communicate with only Eagle Ridge residents and/ or our neighboring communities.
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The Florida Yards & Neighborhood (FYN)
Join us at a Florida Yards & Neighborhoods class and learn the nine principles that guide Florida-friendly landscaping in Lee County. The class is given under the auspices of University of Florida IFAS Extension Lee County.
Each principle is explored in class, so you can apply what you learn to your own yard. Plant selection and placement, efficient irrigation, proper mulching, and techniques to obtain a beautiful and healthy yard will be discussed. To learn more, visit http://fyn.ifas.ufl. edu/. Basics of Florida-friendly gardening classes are offered locally in person and virtually on Zoom. For more information and to sign up visit Eventbrite.com.
Your Eye Of The Eagle
If you are not receiving your Eye Of The Eagle newspaper, please contact Pam Johnson at (952) 412-3243. They also may be downloaded from the Resources tab on the Eagle Ridge website: www.EagleRidge33912.com.
Security Central
Submitted by Connie Hope
There has been a lot of traffic within the community. They are driving fast and need to slow down to 25 mph. As they enter, they go fast down Eagle Ridge Drive.
Please remember that the speed is 25 mph and people driving need to keep that speed. There are a lot of people walking their dogs and walking on the street.
Please be careful.
Please do not leave trash containers, ladders, etc., where they are visible from the street.
Also do not place containers or yard waste out to the curb more than 24 hours before the scheduled weekly pickups.
- The Board of Directors
Notice: Advertisements for the newsletter must be placed through Seabreeze Communications. Call (239) 278-4222 for information. I have no role or pricing information on the placement of ads and/or inserts.
Deadline: Submission of articles for the Eye O f T he Eagle must be received no later than the sixth of each month. Email articles, pictures or information for the Bulletin Board, to newsletter@eagleridge33912.com. Articles can be submitted attached to or contained in an email. Photos should also be emailed as attachments.
August
- September
Mailbox Maintenance And Repair Continental Women’s Club
For mailbox and lamppost repairs, please contact Tim Townsend, (740) 403-0983 or email timtownsend72@yahoo. com. Mailbox doors have a closure spring that eventually breaks after thousands of openings. It is important to replace them as soon as they are discovered as they usually result in a broken door, which is a much more expensive repair. The cost of repairing/replacing the various parts for mailboxes and lampposts is as follows:
• Mailbox spring repair is $40.
• If the mailbox door casting breaks the cost to replace the door is $179.
• Mailbox and lamp post can be repainted for $70 for both.
Are You Receiving Email From Eagle Ridge?
Each month the Eagle Ridge Property Owners Association sends out an email with reminders of activities at the Ridge. If this image looks unfamiliar to you, you are not on our email list.
To correct this, send an email to info@EagleRidge33912.com along with your name and street address.
We will add your name to the list, which you may opt out of at any time. We are stressing the use of email as it is faster, easier and cheaper than USPS. You may send email addresses for all members of your household.
The Board of Directors
The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3, at 11:30 a.m., at The Hideaway Country Club.
Our October program will feature a presentation by Kathy Burg, program operations manager with Valerie’s House. Valerie’s House is a nonprofit organization providing ongoing grief support programs for children and families grieving the death of a loved one. You are invited to attend both to enjoy Continental friendship and to learn about Valerie’s House.
The Continental Women’s Club is a social, cultural and philanthropic organization established in 1975, and membership is 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.
Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at The Hideaway Country Club, 5670 Trailwinds Drive, Fort Myers 33907. The cost to attend the luncheon is $26. The reservation deadline for Oct. 3 is Tuesday, Sept. 24. Please call Liz Paul at (239) 691-7561 for meal selection and to make a reservation.
