Report from Your Master POA
By the time you receive this letter it will be the Holiday Season so let Joan and me wish you all a great holiday season and fun times visiting with your family and friends. It also means that we have completed another Hurricane Season without suffering a direct storm. We did not even exhaust the storm alphabetical listing for the year. But do not fret, the” hurricane gods” will recycle this year’s names again in the future. Actually, it was a blessing that we did not have a major storm this year as there is still a lot of Ian damage left in SWFL, especially on the barrier islands such as Ft Myers Beach and Pine Island. There has been a lot of progress and driving around the mainland you have to look hard to see remaining damage. Our last significant structure damage, the roof on the 5th hole rest room building, was finally repaired last month.
The month of November is the Annual Members Meeting of the Master Property Owners Association. This year we bid a farewell and thanks to two directors: Susan Baker and Steve Borley. Susan was the Chair of
the Communications Committee while Steve was our Board “construction expert”. While Susan is leaving the Board, she has agreed to become the Editor of the Gazzette. She succeeds Bob Pinnell who is moving to a Life Plan community, Cypress Cove on the campus of the Lee Health Park Hospital. We wish him and Sandy a wonderful life there and thank them for all of their contributions to Grandezza since moving here as an original homeowner.
Jack Jones (Savona) and Sarah Hartman (Ville Grande) are our 2 new directors. We appreciate their volunteering to assist in managing the Master assets in Grandezza. At the Board meeting following the Annual Members meeting the Board elected the following as officers: Fred Thompson (President); Peter Dersley (VP and Infrastructure Chair); Mickey Wheeler (Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair): Nancy Reilly (Landscape Chair); Sarah Hartman; (Secretary); Jack Jones (Communication Chair); and Mike Patricelli (Access Control Chair).
Grandezza GirlFriends
By Cindy Fitzpatrick, Social Media Committee
Our November luncheon was all about decorating for the holidays. Many of us wanted to go home and start decorating. It was inspirational!
During the meeting we highlighted the main projects the Board completed during 2023. These included: the planning for the repaving of about 80% of our roads; arranging with the Audit committee for the tri-annual fiscal audit; contracting for the capital asset reserve study and calculating the new capital asset assessment; continuing with the final cleanup of the Ian landscaping damage; identifying and renting the office for our Property Manager, Cheryl MacFarland; and arranging for the new Gazzette Editor. Virtually all of these projects required the coordination between various directors.
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Note from the Editor
The holiday season in Southwest Florida is upon us and it’s all lit up! Beautiful landmarks are decorated with holiday lights for all to enjoy. Some of the free events in the area are:
• Naples Holiday Boat Parade – Dec. 10
• Bonita Springs Holiday Stroll, Bonita Springs, through Jan. 1, 2024
• Holiday Lights at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, Fort Myers – Dec. 9 to11, 16 to 18, 21 to 24, 26 to 30
Longtime girlfriend, Shirley Cook, started her floral career in 1993, after retiring as a cosmetologist, and still works part-time at a flower shop in the summer. As a floral designer, she enjoys creating beautiful arrangements for others that always bring joy, whether it’s a fresh flower or custom silk arrangement. There are so many tips and tricks to make arranging flowers a little easier and affordable, and she shared many of those with us at the event. Shirley and her team of Liz Taylor, Dolores DeLong, Laura Summy and Judy Carter did four different tablescape designs for the tables. As usual, they did a fabulous job! Thank you, ladies!
Our second speaker, Liz Flowers, is an interior designer, originally from the southwest suburbs of Chicago. She completed design portfolio at the Art Institute of Chicago and graduated from Illinois State University with degrees in Art
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Exploring Membership…One Day At A Time
By Sally Watts, Director of Membership, The Club at Grandézza
As the holiday season draws near, The Club at Grandézza is thrilled to offer a jam-packed December filled with festive events that are sure to ignite your holiday spirit. Get ready to come together for a month filled with cheer, merriment and unforgettable memories with fellow club members.
A few December highlights include but are not limited to:
• Thursday, December 7th: Men’s Fall Classic is a chance for our golf enthusiasts to showcase their skills and enjoy some friendly competition on our magnificent course.
• Thursday, December 7th: Hanukkah Candle Lighting Ceremony honoring the Festival of Lights with music, traditional treats and the lighting of the menorah.
• Tuesday, December 12th: Ladies’ Holiday Classic is a spirited tournament that promises lots of fun and laughter.
• Sunday, December 17th: Brunch with Santa where little ones can share their holiday wishes with the man in red while
enjoying a delicious family-friendly feast. Don’t forget to capture the magic of the holidays!
• Thursday, December 21 st : Gingerbread House Extravaganza calls for all bakers and craft enthusiasts to build a gingerbread masterpiece while enjoying a delightful holiday show that’ll have everyone singing along to their favorite carols.
• Sunday, December 31st: As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024, join us for our New Year’s Eve Glitz & Glam Dinner Dance for a night of dancing, live entertainment with O-Town Motown, gourmet dinner and celebratory midnight champagne toast with friends new and old!
Don’t forget to grab a calendar in the clubhouse to keep up to date on all the exciting December happenings from Movies at the Grande, Sip & Shop at The Mark, a host of fitness programs and workshops along with many other special offerings. We look forward to celebrating the season with our new and returning members. Here’s to a joyful and festive December at Grandézza!
• Lighting of the Lighthouse, Boca Grande Dec. 10
• Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Fort Myers – Nov. 18 to Dec. 30
• Holiday Nights Celebration at Edison and Ford Winter Estates, Fort Myers, Nov. 25 to Jan. 1 (Closed Dec. 24 and 25)
Enjoy and happy holidays!
Susan D. Baker PhD., suzbakgranmb@gmail.com
Dear Grandezza neighbors,
The Season of Giving is upon us, and the Grandezza United Way Committee would like to express our gratitude to all of you that continue to support our annual campaign.
Our campaign goal this year is $205,000, and we hope you will join us in raising funds for the needs of our community. Your tax-deductible United Way gift stays local and 95.5% of all money raised goes directly to programs and initiatives that make a difference in people’s lives.
We are planning another fun filled schedule of events for February 2024! Look for details and how to sign up! Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy 2024!
Grandezza United Way Campaign Committee:
Pat and Bill Motzer, Committee Chair
Peter Dersley, Mary Kay and Deemer Durham, Dennis Noice, Don Platt, Patty and John Polczynski, Winnie Powel and Pat and Neal VanDuyn.
Reader’s Corner
By Faina Menzul
In a few weeks many will raise tall crystal flutes filled with golden, effervescent bubbly to welcome the New Year. Whether it will be the Veuve Cliquot, Moet & Chandon, Pommery, or any other champagne label, the odds are the wine will be made using a process developed in the 1860s by the house of Pommery based in Reims, center of the French Champagne region. The novel by acclaimed American
Pommery, a woman who fought hard to support her family and achieve her dream while revolutionizing the champagnemaking business in France.
In 1860 newly widowed Madame Pommery learned that her recently deceased husband’s wool and red wine business was heavily mortgaged. Louise Pommery, educated at the best finishing schools in England, was a highly respected local society authority on etiquette, and the founder of an orphanage for poor children. The new widow was advised by her husband’s banker to sell the business and a stately family manor in Reims and to move to a country cottage with her three-year old daughter Louise, so that her older son Louis could continue his studies at the University.
Against all advice, the forty-year-old widow who neither had experience in business nor winemaking, decided to make champagne. When all area champagne houses refused to share their secrets, Louise Pommery read everything she could about making champagne and forged ahead with her
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vision to create a very different kind of bubbly wine. At the time, champagne was a very sweet, “ladies” beverage consumed with desserts. It contained about 140 grams of sugar per liter of wine added during the fermentation process. Louise’s vision was to make a dry, crisp wine that was not too sweet, and might be enjoyed anytime, with or without meals. While the champagne vineries traditionally blended grapes from multiple years harvests, Pommery decided to use a single year’s harvest, creating the first vintage brut champagne. She also used grapes from late harvests, allowing the grapes to stay longer on the vine and to naturally develop higher sugar content, thus eliminating expensive sugar additions afterwards.
Recognizing that French public was not ready for a dry champagne, Pommery decided to introduce her new brut vintage champagne at the London’s World Exhibition. A group of Scottish lords and ladies, Louise’s friends from school years, visited the Champagne Pavilion and placed large orders for the Pommery champagne, becoming her first and most loyal customers.
Despite the initial commercial success of the Pommery champagne in England and Scotland, the fledgling business was soon threatened by the Franco-Prussian war. Louise’s son Louis and her lifelong assistant Henry Vansier were conscripted by Napoleon III to fight the Prussians. While the invading, the Prussian army ransacked the area vineries, but Pommery wines escaped considerable damage because of Louise’ foresight to secretly store her wine reserves in the deep underground caves left over from the ancient Roman chalk mines. Both Louis and Henry were taken prisoners after Napoleon’s defeat. After escaping from the Prussian prison, they formed a resistance group aided by Louise. Hidden beneath the town’s garbage dump, the Pommery wine survived mostly intact and was ready to ship to the British customers once the war was over.
After the war, Madame Pommery envisioned building an impressive vinery styled after the great Scottish country houses in honor of her first clients. It was positioned on top of what used to be the Reims town dump and above the deep caves that would provide constant temperature for wine storage and aging. Madame Pommery hired local builders and a sculptor to create picturesque underground wine cellars in the deep “crayères” chalkpits beneath the vinery. Louise Alexandrine Pommery continued to manage the Pommery champagne house together with her children until she died in 1890. She was the first woman to be given a French state funeral in honor of her contributions to the Champagne industry. The Pommery cellars extend for 18 kilometers (over 11 miles), 32 feet underground, and today are a popular tourist stop in the Reims area.
writer Rebecca Rosenberg tells a captivating true story about Madame Louise Alexandrine
Are You Ready to Spark a Global Shift?
By Yvette Bernosky, B.Ms., Director of Fitness & Wellness, The Club at Grandézza
My eyes brimmed with tears as I turned in for the day. I couldn’t help thinking about the fear, hatred and catastrophes our world is facing. I try to stay informed by watching the news; however, I found myself watching too much. Driven by a desire to remain up-to-date on current events, a duty towards humanity to stay informed and intrinsic human nature, we are all programmed to scan for threats as a survival mechanism. Adversely, this can overshadow identifying positivity in our lives, obscuring the joy that surrounds us.
Considering the constant influx of information that inundates us, it’s crucial to balance between staying informed
and over-indulging in news consumption. While awareness of global events is undeniably significant, there’s a tipping point where it can become excessive.
Our collective dilemmas can seem too large and individual change can seem inconsequential. Yet, history is filled with ordinary individuals making extraordinary impacts. For example, Rosa Parks, who sparked the civil rights movement or Todd Beamer, whose bravery abroad a 9/11 flight thwarted a terrorist plan to target the Pentagon. Or, Candy Lighter,
whose personal tragedy birthed the powerful advocacy group, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MAAD). It’s important to remember, that many heartening tales and positive deeds performed by countless individuals worldwide don’t make it into the daily news headlines. It’s essential to recognize that many extraordinary events are also occurring across the globe. Krista Tippett articulated on Dan Harris’s podcast, “Three Skills for Staying Calm, Sane and Open in a Chaotic World,” that individuals who manage to change the world confront reality with a “Yes, And” approach. The question then becomes, what will follow our own, “Yes, And?”
Taking a “Yes, And” approach can also positively and powerfully influence those within our immediate circles, having the potential to expand. “Like the ripples from a stone tossed into the pond from the water’s edge, the effects of our choices extend infinitely outward.” As we reflect on the Dalai Lama’s quote, we all have the ability to create positive change – no matter how little or large – not only for ourselves but countless others.
Scheduling a Comcast Appointment Using the Xfinity App
Frustrated at navigating through the Comcast call center voice activated system? Good news - you can now schedule a Comcast technician visit using the Xfinity App on your smartphone. The App also provides you with many selfservice options.
Here’s a guide to using the App to problem solve and if necessary, schedule a tech appointment.
1. Download the App “Xfinity” from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
2. Sign-in using your Comcast Username and Password.
3. Click on the two dots in the top right corner to launch the Xfinity Assistant. This is a computer driven chat and at this stage not with a live person on the other end.
4. A menu will be displayed for you to select the issue you are experiencing. If you are experiencing a TV or Internet problem, select “Troubleshoot Internet Connection”.
5. Answer the questions that are listed.
6. When asked to describe your issue, describe the problem and also type “I want to schedule a tech appointment”.
7. The Xfinity Assistant will perform several diagnostic procedures, including restarting of your modem and TV box.
8. If unable to resolve the problem, keep asking “I want to schedule a tech appointment”, and you will be transferred to a Live Assistant who will also perform some additional diagnostic procedures. Note that you will still be in a chat but now with a live agent at the other end.
9. If the problem can’t be solved, let the Live Assistant know that you want a tech appointment.
10. A tech appointment will be scheduled.
and Interior Design. She and her husband moved permanently to Grandezza this summer, and Liz relocated her designer business to Southwest Florida to continue creating beautiful spaces for clients. Liz shared with us her tips for
Note that if you have no TV or Internet service you can still use the Xfinity App as long as you have cell service. If your tech appointment is more than 48 hours out, you should send an email to Cheryl McFarland cmcfarland@ vestapropertyservices.com describing the problem and providing the date and time of your appointment, along with your Name, Address, and Contact Phone Number. If you have no TV or Internet service, Cheryl will escalate in an attempt to pull the appointment ahead.
Here are two useful links explaining the Xfinity App: Xfinity Account: Getting Started with your Xfinity App –YouTube, www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5GDQRy5R_o and www.xfinity.com/support/articles/using-xfinity-app.
decorating holiday trees. Half the tree was decorated in Hanukkah colors and the other half was a fun golf theme in pink and green. Absolutely beautiful! We celebrated the birthdays of girlfriends Judy Carter, Janet Doll, Amy Maloney, Nancy Rajtik, Judy Rowland, Elaine Russell, Barb Stief, Sheryl Sullivan, and Elena Wild. The lucky winner of the bracelet was Sherry Guggisberg.
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California – The Golden State
California is nicknamed The Golden State but we think it also qualifies for the Sunshine State with Florida. We were there in late August through early September and had nothing but sunny days and cool nights.
We met the Sorrentos in San Francisco and drove to Napa; staying at the Silverado Resort. Between golf games there, we managed to visit 11 wineries in four days. Between us, we purchased over 170 bottles of wine. Our favourite wineries were Baldacci Family Vineyards, Darioush and Lambert Bridge (for the wines), Reverie II (for the unique experience) and Castello di Amorosa (for the venue). Our best meal in Napa was at Oenotri (highly recommended).
From Napa we moved to Pebble Beach where we played golf at Spyglass, Spanish Bay and, of course, The Links at Pebble Beach. We stayed at The Inn at Spanish Bay. Be sure to have a cocktail outside as sunsets and listen to the bagpiper. This part of the trip was arranged by The Florida State Golf Association. They did a great job on pricing and organization.
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I thank all of directors for their efforts for the Grandezza community!
At the Board meeting we confirmed that we will continue to meet at 5PM on the last Thursday of each month. The meetings are open to all residents, and we extend an invitation to each of you!
Several questions have arisen concerning the new owners of the club facilities. What we informed the audience is that the Board has not met with the new owners and were unaware of the negotiations to sell the club. The club ownership is completely separate from the Grandezza residents and the Master Association. They play no role in our association, and we have no official interaction with them. We have suggested to Stacey that they have a “Town Hall Meeting” in near future. But that decision is entirely up to them.
We attended an East Corkscrew Alliance meeting in November and learned that Phase 1 of the Corkscrew
We are already signed up for the trip they are organizing next summer to Whistling Straits.
On our last day we took a leisurely drive to Big Sur for lunch (Nepenthe) and then on to our final trip dinner at McCormick & Kuelto’s Seafood Restaurant in San Francisco; after the mandatory drive over and back The Golden Gate Bridge. We recommend both restaurants.
A great trip experience with great friends!
P.S. Ask the Sorrentos for a tour of their wine fridge wall, a lasting monument to our trip.
Road construction contract (basically running from Ben Hill Griffin to Wildcat Run) is expected to be completed by about February 15, 2024. Phase 2 of the contract running from Wildcat Run to beyond Alico Road is expected to be completed in 30-35 months. That section includes a major intersection at Alico Road.
During this holiday season please don’t forget our Grandezza United Way campaign to raise $205,000 this winter. The Grandezza team has done a great job developing fun events to support this worthwhile charity and you will be hearing about their 2023-2024 plans in the coming weeks.
Oh yes, before I forget about it. I am sorry that we will not be able to offer our book of the “Best of the Gazette Letters” as a stocking stuffing gift for your closest friends. My wife looked over the 2023 letters and decided that the trees that would have to be destroyed for the paper would provide more enjoyment than the books! Perhaps next year! Have a great (and safe) HOLIDAYS!!
Fred Thompson, Master POA President
Do you have a travel story to share?
Travel Stories From Grandezza Residents....
Now that the Covid cases have diminished here at home and in many countries around the world, our Grandezza friends and neighbors are beginning to travel again. Hopefully you noticed we have started a “Travel Corner” in The Grandezza Gazette with the help of our traveling residents. We would like to invite you and your traveling friends to share your travel experiences and tell us about any interesting, or unusual destinations and experiences along the way.
We would love to hear about your best stories/logs from your past, or present travels. Have you visited an “off the beaten path” place, or discovered a new or special attraction nearby? What was the most interesting/memorable, or the least interesting? Do you have any special/personal tips or advice that would help others planning to visit the same places? Would you recommend your trip to others? If not, why not? You get the idea! We’re looking for our Grandezza residents to write a short recap of your highlights (200600 words) in any direction you wish to pursue. There are no ground-rules except they must be personal resident experiences and not travel tips etc. from commercial travel agents. Virtually everyone loves to travel, so we expect the readership to be very high.
Hopefully, you have some travel experiences you would like to share. If so, please send them to Al Meyer at meyer815@aol.com and we’ll get them printed as soon as possible.
Thanks in advance for helping to make The Grandezza Gazzette more interesting for our readers.
Estero’s
Future Growth
Forum
Urbanization in greater Estero is not something that can be stopped. But it can be made to fit the vision of the Village of Estero. This thought highlighted a night filled with information and ideas for over 200 residents who attended Engage Estero’s Public Forum on the Future of Estero.
Grandezza Directory
Gatehouse (239) 498-8895
Gatehouse (DwellingLIVE Automated # to register guests) (239) 986-8627
Address 11450 Grande Oak
Clubhouse (239) 948-3569
Grandezza Express - Take Out Food (239) 738-7113
Golf Pro Shop (239) 948-2900
Tennis Pro Shop (239) 738-7111
Wellness Director (941) 999-1331
Golf Maintenance (239) 947-6296
Vesta Property Services cmcfarland@vestapropertyservices.com (239) 947-4552 x 932
Gazzette Editor for HOA
Susan Baker (585) 615-5961 suzbakgranmb@gmail.com
GRANDEZZA MASTER WEBSITE www.GrandezzaMaster.com
Held Oct. 25 at FGCU’s Cohen Student Center Ballroom, the forum highlighted the initiatives in place and under consideration for developing the greater Estero area. FGCU Professor Shelton Weeks moderated a four-member panel about these initiatives and what steps could be completed to improve the vision and objectives. The forum was sponsored by Greg Tolley, executive director of FGCU’s Water School.
The meeting was recorded and watched by an additional 780 residents during the last two weeks. If you want to view the meeting recording, please click www.esterotoday.com, then scroll down on the front page to the recording of the “Future of Estero.”
Attendees and panel members noted the difficulties of the current and future traffic congestion on East Corkscrew Road and Coconut Road (West). Village Manager Steve Sarkozy, a panel member, detailed what efforts are being considered on these challenges. He also discussed current plans for future projects.
Engage Estero’s management team prepared several recommendations for consideration that emerged during the forum.
• The village needs to encourage public input much earlier for planned developments and recreational changes being considered, as panel member Jim Wallace suggested.
• The village often takes a “hard line” to achieve the acceptable village requirements from developers to fit the vision for the village. But there is a need for a more cohesive vision for the village that takes account of all the developments and how they can enhance our community holistically.
• It was suggested that the village consider engaging with a planner or company with a proven track record in “thinking outside the box” to put forward their vision of what Estero will need to meet our future requirements. This does not
imply that village management is doing a poor job but that outside perspectives can provide a broader vision, considering potential shifts in the behavior and needs of the public. Longevity and Visually Learning More about the Village Plans for the Future is the topic for Engage Estero’s Jan. 25, 2024 community and member meeting. It will be held at the Estero Recreational Center from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Jodi Walborn will discuss that Blue Zones are in areas of the world where people live the most extended lives, consistently reaching the age of 100. In contrast, the average life expectancy in the United States is 77 years, according to the CDC’s Dan Buettner, a National Geographic explorer who identified five such Blue Zones. “People living in Blue Zones are also much less likely to suffer from chronic illnesses.” So, what can we do here in greater Estero that would work to enhance our longevity? Come and find out! Tony Carangelo, Engage Estero’s chef research officer, will reveal the value of looking at new local maps linked to the village’s capital improvement plan to quickly understand better the dynamics of locations in greater Estero. Tony will also reveal details compiled by FGCU students working with him on what potential options could be considered for the 65-acre area by the Estero River.
Don’t miss this important first meeting of the new year. You can learn more at our website: www.esterotoday.com.
Photos courtesy of WGCU News
SAFETY ALERT: STOP SIGNS GOLF CARTS CHILDREN AND SPEEDING
A STOP SIGN is to notify drivers that they must come to a FULL STOP before proceeding.
CHILDREN ARE NOT PERMITTED TO DRIVE GOLF CARTS
November 10 – December 25
Based on the popular film, this hilarious musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Raised in the North Pole, Buddy is unaware that he is human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. Buddy embarks on a journey to New York. This holiday classic is sure to bring out the true spirit of Christmas...after all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
Dec. 30, 2023 - Feb. 17, 2024
Dates may be subject to change. This official Elvis Presley biomusical takes a closer look at the rock star and cultural icon whose impact shaped the history of music. Spanning from his childhood in Tupelo, Mississippi to his triumphant 1968 “Comeback Special” and his ascent to be “The King.” You’ll hear iconic hits including All Shook Up, Heartbreak Hotel, Burning Love, Hound Dog, Don’t Be Cruel, Jailhouse Rock, Blue Suede Shoes and more!
The driver must come to a complete stop at a stop sign, even if no other vehicle or pedestrian is visible. However, some drivers practice a maneuver called a rolling stop - slowing down but not stopping completely at the sign. This partial stop is not acceptable and is dangerous because pedestrians, bicyclists and other motorists are likely to assume that the driver is coming to a full stop and may proceed into the driver’s path. The MOST DANGEROUS practice is NOT stopping at all. Stop Signs are for the safety of our residents. You are urged to drive safely and come to a FULL STOP.
• Studies have found that four in 10 golf cart injuries are suffered by children. Children under “14” years of age are NOT permitted to drive a golf cart.
• Vehicles on our streets have the right of way.
• Golfers must STOP at golf cart crossings.
GRANDEZZA SPEED LIMITS
All SPEED LIMITS must be followed
The followed speed limit signs are posted in Grandezza:
• 30 MPH on Grand Oak Blvd
• 20 MPH in all Neighborhoods
• 15 MPH in Sabal Palm
Neighborhood Watch Coordinators
Remember-
• Call
• Call
• Call the Grandezza Gate at
• Notify your Neighborhood
Moderator Shelton Weeks, with panelists Steve Sarkozy, Village of Estero manager, and Jim Wallace
Attendees at the Public Forum for Urbanization
Grandezza Classified Ads
To place a classified ad e-mail suzbakgranmb@gmail. com > An ad will run for THREE [3] MONTHS after first submission (except for Service Offerings). Please notify us when the item has been sold or if you wish to have it deleted from the column so that you do not continue to receive phone calls. You must notify us to continue an ad for an additional cycle after the initial 3-month period has expired or it will be deleted. Submission month is noted at the end of each ad
Items for Sale
Extension Ladder: Little Giant Mega Max Ladder System model M17 in excellent condition. 4’ to 7’ feet as a step ladder and 9’ to 15’ feet in extension ladder mode. Retails for $220 and asking $90. Call Bob at 239-949-2949. 10/23
EZGO golf cart: Well cared for 2013 EZGO golf cart with 105A lithium battery, multiple USB ports, fan, LED lighting, newer seats. RVX model. Asking $6995. Call 847–217-9310 for additional information. 11/20
Service Offerings
Cat Sitting: Cats only! Mature Grandezza resident will lovingly care for your cat(s) in your own home. Cat Sitting by Jen is registered and insured. Reasonable rates. Many references available. Call (239) 947-8486
Concierge Service: Assists by Comer. Grandezza resident offering 5-star concierge and home watch services. For assistance call 407-928-4646.
Home Automation Services: Tyler’s Technology & Automation Services includingiPad/iPhone/Laptop Assistance & Tutorials. Call or Text (239) 887-5049 for free estimates.
Home Health Care: Fox Private Home Healthcare is a family owned and operated service for in-home healthcare. Custom care options. Experienced, caring, and flexible with overnights and light housekeeping as options. Contact Donna Fox at 424-8968 or (mobile) 607-483-4428.
Nanny & Pet Sitter: Nanny/ light housekeeper/ house manager/ pet sitter with 20+ years of experience.
Available evenings and weekends. Newborn through school aged children. CPR First Aid certified. Contact Jessica Ward at 203-556-6130.
Medical Assistance Equipment: Grandezza GirlFriends medical equipment “loan service”. Items available include wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, commodes, and bed rails. Contact Sandy at 949-2949 or slpinnel@comcast.net to see if what you need is currently available and to make arrangements to pick up the items.
Pet Sitting: Planning to travel and cannot take your 4-legged family member with you? Call Kathie Karp at 561-715-7868 or kthka8@gmail.com to stay at your home and watch over the welfare of your dog.
Travel Concierge: Retired fulltime resident, over 35 years travel experience offering the best prices & service for cruises, tours, packages, all-inclusive safaris...The advice is free, the planning priceless. Contact Larry @ Ljackman1@ aol.com.
Tutoring and Pet Sitting: Dog walker/caretaker and K-12 Certified English and Reading Tutor: Grandezza resident who will care for your family. 30 years of experience with pets and 20 years of experience with students. For more information call Shannon at (561) 808-4040 or email: shannonleaschwartz@gmail.com. Airport Rides: Airport rides any time or day at affordable rates and a resident of Grandezza. Call or text Sue at (708) 846-1985.
Items Sought for Donation/ Purchase/Trade
Condo/House Rental: Seeking a rental property with tennis privileges for the 2024 season. One, two or three months. Been here 12 years and would like to continue our stay. References available. deanbarb67@hotmail.com 6/23 Towels: St. Mathews House, a home for substance abuse patients, is in need of towels. Donations can be dropped off at 19850 Markward Crossing—just leave on the porch.
Buy • Sell • Trade • Offer
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Artist: Andrew Libecki
nEW LISTInG - 20053 Saraceno Drive - Seasonal
Beautifully updated attached villa, newly furnished and immaculate 3 bedrms plus den, 2 full baths, 2 car attached garage
3,114 sq ft of total living area, includes large screened lanai
nEW LISTInG - 20101 Seagrove St., #708 – annual or Seasonal - Sabal palm
Fresh and clean, desirable 2nd floor end-unit- bright & airy, with volume ceilings 3 bedrms, 2 baths, 1 car garage
1,431 sq ft under air - screened lanai, view of 7th fairway
20281 Calice Court #2204 In The Club at Grandezza
Beautiful and spacious 2nd floor condo, with 3 bedrooms Plus a den/office 3rd bedroom, 2 baths, 2-car attached garage located in the desirable Oakwood community at the Club at Grandezza!
20098 palermo Lake Court – Seasonal in Savona
Stunning remodeled courtyard home, pool in courtyard
Large extended lanai in rear of home
3 bedrms, 3 full baths, 2 car attached garage
1,884 sq ft under air
Total living area 4,512 sq ft includes courtyard and rear lanai
20310 Calice Ct., #1204 - annual or Seasonal in oakwood
First-class, spacious, beautiful & impeccable 2nd floor condo 3 bedrms plus den, 2 full baths, 2 car attached garage
2,009 sq ft under air
Screened lanai with lake view
Available February thru December 2024 – Call for Special Rate
20271 Calice Court #2304
Completely remodeled 2000+ square foot second-floor condo with a Full Golf
Premium Membership to the Club at Grandezza. Overlooking the first hole at the prestigious club of Grandezza golf course. Call ASAP
