Gulf Harbour - January 2024 by Seabreeze Communications

President’s Letter

Dear Fellow Members,

It is with great enthusiasm that I share with you a comprehensive update on the exciting developments that have unfolded at our Club over the past few months. There is much to cover, so let’s delve into the details: Our winter season began on a high note with our spectacular Riverfest “Viva Las Vegas” Welcome Back Party on Friday, November 3rd. Over 600 members joined in the festivities, enjoying everything from Siegfreid & Roy performances to a thrilling fake casino. The weather was perfect, the food and beverage spectacular and the entertainment, which lasted from 5 to 10 p.m., set the tone for a memorable season ahead!

I’m pleased to report that our Club’s financial performance for FY2023 has been good, especially considering the challenges we faced over the year. The auditors from RSM have given us a clean audit, which you can access in detail on our website. This positive outcome is a testament to our management team and their sound financial management of our Club. We have also started the fiscal year 2024 first quarter slightly ahead of our Annual Financial Plan. Our ongoing efforts to recover from the impacts of Hurricane Ian are progressing steadily. We will keep you updated on the latest developments regarding our recovery initiatives as our landscaping is still a major priority. Your feedback continues to be invaluable to us. The results of the Annual Survey conducted by ClubInsights provided insights into member satisfaction and areas for improvement. This survey was very instrumental in the

development of our Clubhouse renovation concepts.

While our renovated tennis facility is already a source of pride, there are some final details to be completed, primarily those related to lighting, landscaping and final inspections. League play has commenced, and the broader tennis community is enjoying the renovation immensely. Please be patient as Lee County conducts final inspections to ensure everything is in order and as management works to resolve the final details. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge that our new lighting is causing inconvenience to our neighbors behind the courts. Our team is currently working on a solution that will cater to the best interests of both parties involved. To date, we have implemented screening measures and modified the lighting programming to be more considerate of our neighbors.

We are excited to announce the opening of our new Cart Staging area. This facility not only accommodates cart parking at night but also frees up nearby parking spaces for our various amenities. It’s a valuable addition to our Club infrastructure and assists us as we address parking space issues. We still have a few landscaping and hardscaping areas to address, but those will be completed shortly.

Navigating the complex parking codes for commercial properties has been a priority for us. We have engaged local legal experts to assist us in this endeavor, ensuring that we remain in compliance with Lee County regulations, whether our property is seen as public or private. Our legal team has assured us that we can meet all requirements with what we want to accomplish in the Clubhouse Renovation Project. As noted in the past, at the request of Lee County, we conducted a parking study at the very peak of season. The study proved that we have ample parking for all of our needs.

President’s Letter on page 4

Packing Party For Operation Christmas Child, 2023 Edition

On Saturday morning, Nov. 11, a total of 49 friends gathered to pack 1,135 shoeboxes that will get shipped to needy children around the world. Last year, they went to Rwanda and Cameroon in Africa.

The articles that were stuffed included school supplies, toys, hygiene items and a personal note wishing them Merry Christmas!

Master President’s Letter

The Master Board met on Nov. 27th. We adopted the 2024 Budget. We also approved the Shores Wall painting. The Triad Meeting which I was a part of was discussed. The main topic of the meeting was the restoration of Eagle Perch Island which we approved contributing to. Piping from the DOT lake to Irrigation Lake going under Vista River was approved and will help in our shortage of water. The wall/fencing from Osprey Point and Sagamore is still under discussion. Stop signs at the Tamarind Cay entry to Westport will be installed soon which will increase the safety of residents from Tamarind Cay crossing Westport. We ask that all residents of Gulf Harbour to please respect the stop signs. Still waiting on the locks/cameras for the pedestrian entrances at both gates. As mentioned before, Key Security FOB’s will be available at a minimal cost. Our next Board meeting is the Annual Meeting on Jan. 23rd, 2024.

I wish to thank everyone in Gulf Harbour for their continued support.

Jan. 15

Chris Cope, President

Going Away Party For Bob And Gretchen Niebauer

On Nov. 20, 2023

Grande Cay threw a fond farewell party for Bob and Gretchen to thank them for their 10-year contributions not only to the Grande Cay community, but to the Gulf Harbour golf community as well.

Bob and Gretchen were given an award from Grande Cay for all the work they did with the restoration of the lake in the middle of the community and getting repaired to be turned over to the Master Association.

Many nice speeches recognizing all the work Bob did with and for the Monday/Friday golf group and Gretchen for setting up the Tuesday ladies’ group – a job well done by both. In the 10 years Bob and Gretchen were in Gulf Harbour they played thousands of rounds of golf – Bob 1,437 and Gretchen 1,367.

A grand party ran from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Grande Cay pool and was attended by hundreds of guests all to wish Bob and Gretchen a fond farewell in their move to Connecticut to be closer to family. Safe journey Bob and Gretchen.

Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club

Ten Years of Golf 2013-2023

Bob 1,437 Rounds

Gretchen 1,367 Rounds

The grass is always greener on the golf course.

Wishing you continued enjoyment of the game And the 19th hole!

Patrick Messerich

Sandy Dube Messerich

Access to Eagle Perch Island has been a topic of concern for many. I am pleased to report that all the necessary regulatory permits for the construction of the new bridge to the Island have been secured. Stokes Marine is poised to begin construction in January, with the aim of completing the bridge in approximately two months. Following this, our staff will undertake what we think will be a month of cleanup to ensure your safety, prior to the Island being open for the Members. We are hopeful that the annual Easter Egg Hunt can return to the Island; stay tuned for updates on this front.

On November 6th, we held a Membership Workshop where approximately 600 Members were presented with four concepts related to the Clubhouse Renovation. The goal was to gather your feedback and input to refine these concepts. To ensure all Members are well informed regarding the concepts discussed during the Workshop, our Clubhouse Initiative Committee and Architectural Team will release a comprehensive video presentation in the coming days. This video presentation will also be featured at the Club on designated days and times for those who prefer not to view it on their personal devices. In addition, a survey from Club Benchmarking was developed and will be sent to you soon to further assist in this process. The next round of Workshop presentations is scheduled for mid-January as our Clubhouse Redesign Committee works towards gaining a better understanding of what the Membership seeks and values in the renovation plans. A simplified capital planning presentation to showcase how we can afford the selected renovation concepts was included with the survey letter from the Committee.

I am proud and delighted to announce that we have secured a long-term contract with our excellent Chief Operating Officer, Lonnie. This ensures continuity and leadership for the Club’s future successes.

The Board is actively engaged in a series of Workshops to assess our capital needs and funding requirements comprehensively. Once these Workshops are completed, we will provide you with full disclosure on the Club’s needs and Capital Plans. In the meantime, we invite you to make the most of our exceptional weather and enjoy golf, tennis, wellness, and, of course, the camaraderie at our social events.

The Board has established an ad hoc committee to further investigate the idea of bringing pickleball to the Gulf Harbour Community. Patti Buckingham serves as the Chairperson, and the committee comprises Scott Bassett, Sandy Dube-Messerich, Chris Cope (President of the Master Association), Paula Castro, Janet Cope, and Herb Katz. The Committee had their first meeting on Thursday, November 17th, and we will provide updates on their progress.

I want to extend my warmest wishes to each and every one of you. Your presence and active participation in our Club are the cornerstones of its vibrancy and success. Here’s to a joyful holiday season filled with memorable moments and shared experiences.

Should you have any questions or require further information on any of these updates, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your engagement and feedback are crucial to our Club’s continued growth and prosperity.

Let’s make History Together.

Respectfully, Bill Lambert, President, Board of Governors, Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club

Reminder:

All Dogs MUST be leashed at ALL times in and on Gulf Harbour Properties.

Admiral’s Isle

Bellavista

Association Presidents

Glover

Coronado Geoff Smith

Courtyard Homes Tiffany Gaede

Crescent Cove

Crooked Pond

Edgewater

Grande Cay

Gulf Harbour Master

Gulf Harbour Marina

Harbour Landings I

Harbour Landings II

Harbour Links

Long Pond

Schiphorst

Tsilimos

Dave Knust

David Lein

Chris Cope

Michael Pohl

Mariposa Mike McConnell

Mill Pond Joyce Timberlake

Osprey Landing Steve Hunter

Osprey Point Jay Ducharme

Palmas Del Sol Bill Aarons

Rivers Edge Ron Harrington

Sagamore Neil Cruickshank

Seaside Estates Richard Edelman

Tamarind Cay Harvey Gordon

The Shores I

The Shores II Dan Montgomery

The Shores III Dave Reimer

The Shores IV Jim Maxwell

As the opening of our new ofﬁce draws near, the entire team is looking forward to rejoining our clients and friends on the islands and welcoming you to a beautiful new home for us all.

In the meantime, we are here to help. Call us at 239.472.8300.

Gulf Harbour Book Club Review

Submitted by Joan Kaplan

The Gulf Harbour Book Club met on Dec. 4 to discuss Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See. We had 25 women in attendance with Lisa See, the author, on Zoom. Our group of women are so enlightened, I was proud to show them off!

All I can say is wow! Lisa is an extremely intelligent woman who’s research for her books is all consuming. The format was for our members to ask Lisa questions for her to answer. Lisa said she did not want to become a writer so she took off for Europe after school. When she eventually ran out of money, she became a writer! Lucky for us. She told us the research takes her the longest time. Editing takes the second longest time. And writing goes by quickly. It takes her two years to write a book. The other noteworthy bit she told us was she writes the last sentence of the book first.

She began writing this book during the pandemic which compromised her ability to research. Through many hours and weeks and months of scouring scholars for information, she finally reached enough Chinese historians to obtain the facts to write this book.

Lisa is informative, charming, delightful, witty and always in command of her facts. She relayed that China was the first country to give equal rights for women but not equal pay!

Lisa is The New York Times bestselling author of The Island of Sea Women , The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane , Snow Flower and the Secret Fan , Peony in Love , Shanghai Girls , China Dolls , and Dreams of Joy , which debuted at No. 1. She is also the author of On Gold Mountain , which tells the story of her ChineseAmerican family’s settlement in Los Angeles. See was the recipient of the Golden Spike Award from the Chinese Historical Association of Southern California and the Historymaker’s Award from the Chinese-American Museum. She was also named National Woman of the Year by the Organization of Chinese-American Women.

See was born in Paris but grew up in Los Angeles. She lived with her mother but spent a lot of time with her father’s family in Chinatown. Her first book, On Gold Mountain: The One Hundred Year Odyssey of My Chinese-American Family (1995), was a national bestseller and a New York Times Notable Book. The book traces the journey of Lisa’s great-grandfather, Fong

See, who overcame obstacles at every step to become the 100-year-old godfather of Los Angeles’s Chinatown and the patriarch of a sprawling family.

Lisa is married and has two children.

Publisher’s Synopsis

According to Confucius, “an educated woman is a worthless woman,” but Tan Yunxian – born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness – is being raised by her grandparents to be of use. Her grandmother is one of only a handful of female doctors in China, and she teaches Yunxian the pillars of Chinese medicine, the Four Examinations – looking, listening, touching, and asking – something a man can never do with a female patient.

From a young age, Yunxian learns about women’s illnesses, many of which relate to childbearing, alongside a young midwife-in-training, Meiling. The two girls find fast friendship and a mutual purpose – despite the prohibition that a doctor should never touch blood while a midwife comes in frequent contact with it – and they vow to be forever friends, sharing in each other’s joys and struggles. No mud, no lotus, they tell themselves: from adversity beauty can bloom.

But when Yunxian is sent into an arranged marriage, her mother-in-law forbids her from seeing Meiling and from helping the women and girls in the household. Yunxian is to act like a proper wife – embroider bound-foot slippers, pluck instruments,

recite poetry, give birth to sons, and stay forever within the walls of the family compound, the Garden of Fragrant Delights. How might a woman like Yunxian break free of these traditions, go on to treat women and girls from every level of society, and lead a life of such importance that many of her remedies are still used five centuries later? How might the power of friendship support or complicate these efforts?

Lady Tan’s Circle of Women is a captivating story of women helping other women. It is also a triumphant reimagining of the life of a woman who was remarkable in the Ming dynasty and would be considered remarkable today.

Although the book takes patience to digest the beginning of the book with so many characters, it an extraordinary read. This was our first author on Zoom this year with four more to come in 2024.

The Gulf Harbour Book Club usually meets on the first Monday of each month at noon in the club’s boardroom. If you want to join the book club email joankaplan@mac.com. From December through April, Zoom will not be available as we are using Zoom for the authors: Jan. 8, Laurie Frankel for One, Two, Three; Feb. 5, Ann Napolitano for Hello Beautiful; March 4, Will Schwalbe for We Should Not Be Friends; April, Etaf Rum for Evil Eye. In May we will read The River We Remember by William Kent Kreuger. Preference will be given to book club members for the authors joining us. There will be a deadline for book club members to sign up. After the deadline any member of the club is welcome. The Gulf Harbour Book Club will be holding its first luncheon on Jan. 8 right after book club. It is open to all members. Please email joankaplan@mac.com if you want to join the luncheon.

Gulf Harbour Master Association Board Meetings

will now be routinely held at Suitor Middleton Cox & Associates offices, 15751 San Carlos Blvd #8, Fort Myers, FL 33908. Meeting date and times will continue to be posted on the signs at the north and south entrances.

Porsche Parade Raises Over $300,000 For Golisano Children’s Hospital

For the seventh year, a parade of Porsches and exotic automobiles delivered Santa Claus and holiday cheer to patients at Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida.

Held Dec. 2, the Porsche and Friends Parade raised over $300,000 to help build the new Golisano Pediatric Surgery Center. The annual parade is chaired and organized by J.P. and Valerie Petracco on behalf of the Everglades Region of the Porsche Club of America, and in partnership with the Gulf Harbor Porsche Owners Group and Porsche Fort Myers. The Iona McGregor Fire District and Lee County Sheriff’s SWAT teams dressed as elves and rappelled from the hospital roof, visiting the precious little patients through the windows to bring miles of smiles and some holiday cheer.

“What is better than 165 Porsches and 385 friends parading to Golisano Children’s Hospital, with Santa leading high atop a firetruck to deliver toys?” said John Petracco. “It’s difficult to put into words the emotions that morning, except to say we all felt blessed. The passion by all our drivers was put into action by raising funds to help build the new pediatric surgery center. Valerie and I are so honored to be partners with Golisano Children’s Hospital and their amazing staff.”

In addition to delivering gifts to children at the hospital, the drivers participated in Fund-a-Need call, raising over $300,000. Since 2018, the group has raised over $1.2 million for Golisano Children’s Hospital.

“The magic under the tent was unbelievable,” said Alyssa Bostwick, chief nursing and operations executive, Golisano Children’s Hospital. “It is heartwarming to witness the generosity of these donors and their passion to build the future of Golisano. This is such a fun event that our patients and staff look forward to for all the joy it brings. It truly kicks off the holidays and the spirit of giving, and we are so grateful for the support of the Porsche and Friends Parade each year.”

In the last year, 5,000 children had surgery at Golisano Children’s Hospital, with only 800 requiring an inpatient hospital stay. With the new surgery center, 80 percent of those surgeries can be performed outpatient, helping all families get care faster and with the latest technological advances in medicine.

The new Golisano Children’s Hospital Surgery Center will provide dedicated, high quality surgical care for children, reducing wait times for specialized pediatric procedures and making surgery more efficient and at lower cost. Surgical procedures at the center will include fractures, tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies, ENT surgeries, orthopedic procedures and laparoscopic appendectomies. Details and construction timelines for the 40,000-squarefoot, one-story center, which is expected to cost about $40 million, are still being determined. When it opens, it is expected to include four operating rooms, two endoscopy rooms and numerous exam rooms, recovery bays and pre-op rooms. An estimated $15 million to $20 million is needed from philanthropy to fund medical equipment and furnishings for the center.

To support development of the center, visit LeeHealthFoundation. org/Golisano.

Valerie Petracco Porsche Charities chairwoman

German artwork

Santa and Gulf Harbour’s Cindy S.

This is what we do!

Precious little patient looking for Santa

Southwest Florida Symphony

Performs With Renowned Crossover Violinist Charles Yang

The Southwest Florida Symphony, the only professional orchestra in Lee County and fourth oldest orchestra in the state, is excited to announce Grammy award-winning artist Charles Yang will perform the second Masterworks concert of the season on Saturday, Jan. 6.

“Beethoven No. 5 and the British Invasion” begins at 7:30 p.m. at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers. Yang, a renowned violinist, will perform as Maestro Radu Paponiu leads one of Beethoven’s most well-known symphonic pieces and the most recognizable piece of classical music in history, Symphony No. 5 in C minor, as well as a mix of classical and contemporary favorites such as Blackbird by the Beatles; House of the Rising Sun by the Animals; Tzigane by Maurice Ravel; Csárdás by Vittorio Monti; and Entr’acte by famed composer Caroline Shaw.

As part of the symphony’s signature series, patrons will also have the opportunity to attend an exclusive preconcert lecture prior to the show led by Yang and Paponiu, including a question and answer session, to enhance the concert experience and provide insights into the pieces being performed. The lecture begins at 6:30 p.m.

A 2018 recipient of the Leonard Bernstein Award, Yang has been described as one who “plays classical violin with the charisma of a rock star.” The Juilliard graduate began his violin studies with his mother, Sha Zhu, in Austin, Texas, a city renowned for musical innovation, and has since studied with world-renowned instructors Kurt Sassmanshaus, Paul Kantor, Brian Lewis and Glenn Dicterow. He has performed as a soloist with orchestras and in concerts throughout the United States, Europe, Brazil, Russia, China and Taiwan. In June 2005, the mayor of Austin presented Yang with his own “Charles Yang Day.” In 2016, he joined the multigenre string band Time for Three as violinist and lead singer.

In addition to his classical expertise, Yang’s improvisational crossover abilities as a violinist, electric violinist and vocalist have led him to featured performances at festivals and some of the world’s most celebrated venues such as Carnegie Hall, Musikverein, Lincoln Center, Konzerthaus Berlin, Rudolfinum, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Royal Danish Theatre, Joe’s Pub, ACL Live, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and The Forbidden City in Beijing. He has performed in the presence of two former United States presidents and the Queen of Denmark. He has shared the stage in collaborations with artists including Peter Dugan, Michael Thurber and CDZA, Steve Miller, Jesse Colin Young, Joshua Bell, Jake Shimabukuro, Ray Benson, Savion Glover, Twyla Tharp, Misty Copeland and Jon Batiste.

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An adventurous composer, arranger, songwriter and collaborator, Yang’s works have been featured in projects for Glamour and Pentagram. In 2021, he co-wrote the original score to Robin Wright’s 2021 feature film, Land. Time for Three’s album, “Letters for the Future” with Xian Zhang and The Philadelphia Orchestra featuring concertos written by Kevin Puts and Jennifer Higdon, won the 2023 Grammy award for Best Classical Instrumental Solo. Yang has also been featured in Nick Romeo’s book, Driven as well as Discovery Channel’s Curiosity

The Southwest Florida Symphony’s Masterworks series is sponsored by Uhler Vertich White Advisors and the L.A.T. Foundation.

To purchase tickets or learn more, visit www.swflso. org/tickets/. About The Southwest Florida Symphony

The Southwest Florida Symphony made its debut as a

community orchestra on April 15, 1961, playing in schools and community centers, with a roster of only 24 volunteer musicians. Today, the symphony boasts a roster of 70 worldclass professional musicians and is Lee County’s only fully professional orchestra and fourth oldest in the state. The Southwest Florida Symphony’s 63rd year continues the orchestra’s tradition of artistic excellence and innovation as Music Director Maestro Radu Paponiu leads another season of spectacular performances.

Maestro Paponiu, the sixth music director in the organization’s history, also serves as the associate conductor and youth orchestra director for the Naples Philharmonic in addition to guest-conducting with orchestras throughout the United States and Europe.

For more information about the Southwest Florida Symphony, upcoming season performances and subscription and ticketing information, visit swflso.org or call (239) 418-1500.

The Southwest Florida Symphony’s Masterworks 2 concert on Jan. 6 will feature Grammy award-winning artist Charles Yang.

Catch The Action

January On The Water

By Capt. Bill Russell

January is our coolest month with the water temperature the lowest of the year around Southwest Florida. Just how cold often determines how and where to fish.

Over cool windy days fish protected areas like canals, creeks, and deep water on the leeward side of islands as fish seek shelter, it’s also a good way to comfortably fish a chilly north wind. Often, fish may be found ganged up in a deep hole, along a shoreline, or sunning in areas protected from the wind. The coldest of days yields some of the best sheepsheads fishing of the year; they thrive and aggressively feed during adverse conditions. If the weather is mild for several days the fish may be more widespread out on the shallower flats, bars, and structures.

Shrimp are top baits for winter fishing. Shrimp are user-friendly, readily available to purchase, and everything eats them. If it’s cold, low and slow is the way to go, meaning fish the bait at or near the bottom, either stationary or with a slow retrieve. It’s difficult for a cold fish to exert energy chasing fast moving food. One of the best ways to cover bottom and catch fish on a cold day is with a live shrimp/jig head combination. Take a live shrimp, bite or pinch off the tail and thread the shrimp,

tail first on a jig head. Now you have the best of both worlds, live bait that you can cover ground with like an artificial. This combination will entice everything from big snook to pompano.

On warmer days, the same combination still works, however the fish are likely spread out over shallower depths, so a change of technique is often necessary. Look for fish in areas that are a short distance from the deeper protected areas, they often hold in areas where they can quickly get back to shelter when the next front arrives. Fish these areas with shrimp or shrimp imitations in soft plastic, rigged the same method described above with a little quicker retrieve, or suspended under a popping or rattling cork. Sometimes if you are looking for trout, redfish, or pompano it’s all about covering as much area as possible, scented soft baits like gulp shrimp are another great option.

This month will bring days with light wind and calm seas, allowing boats to venture into gulf waters. Bottom structure including artificial reefs, ledges, and hard bottom within sight of land hold a variety of fish. Again, live, or fresh shrimp is the top bait. Two popular bait rigs include knocker rigs with an egg sinker free to slide above a small hook and previously mentioned bare jigs heads rigged with shrimp. Both combinations work

What Is A Hemoglobin A1C?

Hemoglobin A1C is the name of a blood test that measures the percentage of red blood cells in your body that are attached to glucose molecules.

How Does This Work?

When there is too much glucose in the bloodstream either because there is not enough of the hormone insulin to carry the glucose into each cell or each cell has difficulty absorbing the glucose, these glucose molecules will attach themselves to the hemoglobin protein in a red blood cell. The glucose will remain attached for as long as the red blood cell is alive. Since red blood cells

live for about 90 days, the A1C measures the amount of glucose is in your bloodstream for around three months.

A measurement of 6.5 percent or higher usually means you have diabetes, below 5.7 percent is considered normal, and between these two values is considered pre-diabetes.

Google hemoglobin a1c medline and click on the first result. An easy to understand, practical but authoritative information page is available from the National Library of Medicine that will explain this blood test in detail.

great over nearshore artificial reefs and hard bottom. Make sure and use enough weight to keep your bait on the bottom. Sheepsheads become the target for many anglers in nearshore gulf waters over winter, but you will hook into other fish that may include snapper, grouper, grunts, and permit to name a few. When fishing offshore, it’s a good idea to drop down a live bait if you catch baitfish like a pinfish, grunt, or sand perch. This is a great way to hook into a big grouper, cobia, king mackerel, and of course, sharks.

The month will bring some cold days on the water, (at least what we consider cold in Florida) but also plenty of sunny warm days. Like the weather fishing can change quickly this month, to be successful you need to monitor the conditions and adapt your fishing strategy accordingly. Good luck!

Wishing all a safe and happy New Year.

For charter information, please contact us at Gulf Coast Guide Service and “Catch the Action” with Capt. Bill Russell, call or text (239) 410-8576, website: www. fishpineisland.com, email: gcl2fish@live.com.

Capt. Bill Russell is a native and lifelong resident of Pine Island who has spent his entire life fishing the waters surrounding Pine Island and Southwest Florida. For the past 28 years, Bill has been a professional fishing guide who takes pride in customizing each trip to ensure everyone on board has a great time and will return again. Come join us and “Catch the Action.”

GRAND CAY

$444,900

14550 Grande Cay Cir #2207, 2/2

Pat Messerich (239) 810-0621, Mike Newes, (239) 810-1978

TAMARIND CAY

$429,000 15081 Tamarind Cay Ct #1007, 2+ Den /2

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

$6,789,000 11250 Longwater Chase Ct, 4+Den/5(+1Half) Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

ADMIRAL’S ISLE

14211 Farragut Ct, 4+Den/4(+1Half)

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

ST. CHARLES HARBOUR $1,799,000

13881 Blenheim Trail Rd, 4+Den/3

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

PALMAS DEL SOL $1,125,000

11640 Court of Palms #304, 3/2(+1Half)

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

BELLAVISTA $539,900 11120 Harbour Yacht Ct #22D, 2+Den/2

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

$3,250,000

$575,000 11130 Harbour Yacht Ct #14B, 2+Den/2

Susan Yarab, (239) 789-6400

GRANDE CAY $380,000 14531 Grande Cay Cir #3002, 2+Den/

HARBOUR

$2,678,000 15171 Intracoastal C, 3+Den/3 (+1Half) Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

PALMETTO POINT

6680 Daniel Ct, 4+Den/4(+2Half)

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

GRANDE CAY

$499,900

14511 Grande Cay Cir #2806, 3/2

Joe Starowicz, (239) 940-4580

$4,875,000

(239) 810-1978

MILL POND

$394,000

14722 Olde Millpond Ct, 3/2

Elise & Tom Starr, (239) 209-3960

GRAND CAY $ 544,900 14560 Grande Cay Cir #2301, 3/2 Pat Messerich (239) 810-0621, Mike Newes.

BELLAVISTA

The Children’s Advocacy Center

Receives $190,000 To Create

“Level Up Dads” A New Father Mentoring Program

The Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida (CAC) has recently been awarded

$190,000 in state funding for its “Level Up Dads” program. This mentoring initiative aims to strengthen the relationship between children and their father figures.

“We know that our kiddos do best when both mothers and fathers are involved in their lives. However, one in four American children still live in a home without a father figure. This program will go a long way in supporting the role of fathers in our community. We are proud to help get this program off the ground in Florida,” said Representative Jenna Persons-Mulicka.

Florida House Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka and Florida Sen. Jonathan Up Dads program,” says CAC CEO, Julie Boudreaux. “At the CAC, we continuously seek ways to empower families. By stronger community.”

John “JJ” Wheeler, CAC’s Director of Prevention, who has worked in child welfare for over a decade. Throughout his career, Wheeler encountered numerous men who desired to be more involved in their children’s lives but felt lost and lacked confidence.

fatherless households and the challenges they face, Wheeler was motivated to develop a mentorship program.

best versions of the fathers they hoped to be,” says JJ Wheeler. Level support with experienced mentors known as “Dadvocates.” These fathers and are eager to share their knowledge and support. JJ says, “It is the CAC’s hope that with the Dadvocates and our organized educational and social events, we can make a significant and how you can help to support their initiatives or to learn

more about volunteering for the Level Up Dads program, please call (239) 939-2808 or consider making a taxdeductible donation at www.cac-swfl. org. You can also sign up for their newsletter to stay informed on other upcoming events.

About Children’s Advocacy Center

Of Southwest Florida

Since 1981, the Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida Inc. (CAC) has worked to improve the lives of children and their families through a coordinated response to child abuse and neglect, offering them a safe and friendly environment in which to heal. CAC provides abuse determination services, pet therapy, therapeutic counseling, parenting education, advocacy, and

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Soundings Writers

Do you have an interesting story to share?

The Soundings is always looking for new and talented writers to submit articles on events, the social scene, restaurants, movies, family matters, village life, etc… Now is your chance to share your interests with the community. You can contribute each month, just once, or once in a while.

• Are you involved in any particular activities in Gulf Harbour 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?

If you answered yes to any of the above or have an idea of your own, you can submit your articles (and photos) at GulfHarbourReport@gmail.com.

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prevention programs in Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Charlotte counties. All services are provided free of charge. For more information, please call (239) 939-2808 or visit cac-swfl.org.

MNMW Hosting Annual FREE Shred Day Event To Benefit United Way

Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Co., P.A. (MNMW) will partner with All Points Mobile Shredding to host its seventh annual free Community Shred Day event on Friday, Jan. 26, from 9 a.m. until noon. A Secure Shred truck, which is part of the All Points Mobile Company, will be on site at the Fort Myers MNMW location, 8961 Conference Drive. There will be a two-box maximum per person for shredding.

This is a free event; however, MNMW encourages participants to consider a donation to the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties when bringing their items to be shredded. Donations to the United Way can be in monetary form, canned or nonperishable goods, or new/gently used clothing. A representative from United Way will be on site to accept your donations and answer any questions.

“Our free Community Shred Day is a popular event here at MNMW. Our clients and the public are always eager to find out when they can safely dispose of their sensitive documents and personal information,” said Jessica Walker, MA, APR, CPRC, marketing and PR manager for MNMW. “We hope that this service is helpful to those using it and brings a greater awareness to the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties and its partner agencies.”

Items that can be shredded are bank statements, tax records, contracts, blank checks, etc. A good rule to determine if an item is “shreddable” is “if it tears, it can be destroyed.” Items not suitable for shredding include hard drives, cell phones, batteries, etc. All shredded material will be recycled to support an eco-friendly environment. About Markam Norton Mosteller Wright & Company, P.A. Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Company, P.A. is a public accounting and consulting firm with offices in Fort Myers and Naples. Along with traditional tax and accounting services, the firm offers a wide range of other services, including general business consulting, construction business consulting, medical practice consulting, not-for-profit services, family mediation services, forensic accounting, and litigation support. Call (239) 433-5554 or visit www.Markham-Norton.com for more information.

About All Points Mobile Shredding

All Points Mobile Shredding is a local family-owned and operated business with a 25-year history in the industry. They are NAID AAA certified and have more than 250 5-star Google reviews. For more information, please check out their website, www.allpointsprotects.com. About United Way Of Lee, Hendry, And Glades Counties

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is a volunteer organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people in our area. All the money raised stays local, with over 95.5 percent of every dollar given going back into the community. Gifts to United Way go directly to meet the needs of the counties we serve, making it a better place to live and work. For more information, please call (239) 433-2000 or visit www.UnitedWayLee.org.

Rules & Regulations Reminder

• Lakes: No boating, fishing or swimming in any lake within Gulf Harbour.

• Eagle Perch Island: No fishing.

• Marina: No recreational swimming or fishing in the marina. No fish or other marine life of any kind shall be cleaned, prepared or processed in any manner on the property.

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From The Desk Of Sheriff Carmine Marceno

Annual Homeowners Association Presidents Council

Working cohesively with our county homeowners’ associations requires the appropriation of an array of resources, the commitment of Lee County Sheriff’s Office staff and ongoing communication.

While these efforts have produced extraordinary results, I am of the mindset that the application of the newest technologies and enhanced community policing strategies will assist us in our efforts to keep Lee County among the safest counties in the nation.

Gulf Harbour Marina Board of Directors

President Dana Snyder Vice President Craig Anderson

Secretary Mike Needler

Treasurer Doug Duncan Marina Appearance David Kelley

Gulf Harbour Country Club Board Of Governors

Bill Lambert

Philip Croxford Vice

Scott Bassett

George Johnson

Patti Buckingham

Gary Delanois

Kathie Gorski

Steve Hancox

Chris Moore

President

Treasurer

Secretary

Governor

On Feb. 6, I will be hosting my “Annual Homeowners Association Presidents Council” at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall from 9:30 a.m. until noon.

The event will include a display of Lee County Sheriff’s Office assets, incorporate HOA vendor displays, as well as include a presentation/discussion of the innovative technologies that the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is and will be using to protect our communities.

Additionally, I will participate in a “Question and Answer” segment at the conclusion of the forum.

Enjoy The Arts In Style

As An ArtFest Fort Myers VIP Club Member

Experience ArtFest Fort Myers As A Very Important Patron

On Friday, Feb. 2, join us in the VIP Club at Caloosa Sound for the opening night party and savor delectable culinary delights from some of the finest restaurants in our area, complemented by great wine and ice-cold beer.

The evening will also showcase 75 festival artists and a free pops concert, “Symphony on the Sound,” performed by the Gulf Coast Symphony and presented by Publix.

As a VIP, you will also enjoy VIP Club parking, which is reserved exclusively for you adjacent to the art festival. Throughout the festival weekend, luxuriate in the VIP Club, an exclusive retreat reserved for ticket holders

that offers a serene oasis amidst your artful shopping. The VIP Club provides culinary indulgences, beverages, and the convenience of reserved parking throughout the day.

This exclusive experience is priced at $135 per person. To relish the ArtFest Fort Myers VIP Club and bask in the creativity of over 200 artists as a very important patron, visit ArtFestFortMyers.com and click on the VIP Club button or contact us at (239) 768-3602.

ArtFest Fort Myers, an annual juried fine art festival,

unfolds on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and continues on Sunday, Feb. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the grand opening night event on Friday, Feb. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., in the vibrant Fort Myers River District.

Immerse yourself in an unparalleled experience featuring over 200 professional artists from around the country and worldwide, including the largest high school art exhibit and competition in Southwest Florida and a diverse range of interactive art experiences designed for children of all ages.

For further information, please visit ArtFestFortMyers. com or contact us at (239) 768-3602 or info@ ArtFestFortMyers.com. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #artfestfm.

If You Go

What: Southwest Florida’s premier art festival featuring over 200 national artists, a high school art competition, a street chalk art competition, children’s art activities, exquisite cuisine, and captivating entertainment.

When: Feb. 3, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Feb. 4, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Friday, Feb. 2, grand opening night, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Downtown Fort Myers River District on Edwards Drive

VIP Club: Priced at $125 per person, purchase tickets on ArtFestFortMyers.com by clicking on the VIP Club.

Cost: General admission is free.

Parking: Seek out prominent event parking signs and flags, with trolleys available from remote lots. Multiple parking lots, on-street parking, and city garages are accessible near the festival. VIPs are entitled to reserved parking.

Are You Having Trouble Controlling The Way You Eat?

Many people resort to desperate measures to control their weight and the way they eat – expensive diets, surgery, medications, excessive exercise, purging, abuse of laxatives, and extreme food restriction. Others don’t know where to turn or have just given up hope. There is, however, an effective long-term solution that thousands have found through Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, or FA. As one member puts it, “I’ve kept 65 pounds off my body for almost 12 years – I couldn’t keep it off for 12 minutes before FA. I would go on a diet, hit my goal weight, and immediately go out and celebrate with food. After that, I’d start putting it all back on and then some.”

Based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, FA understands food addiction as a physical craving and an ever-increasing dependence upon and struggle with food, particularly flour, sugar, and quantities. FA is distinctive because it focuses on long-term recovery from addiction. Founded in 1998, there are FA meetings across the United States and worldwide. Meetings are open to all those who are interested in learning about the program for themselves or for others whom they think might find FA helpful.

Continental Women’s Club

The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, Feb. 1 at 11:30 a.m. at The Hideaway Country Club.

Our February program will feature a presentation by Tom Chase, a local retired attorney, comedian, and storyteller. You are invited to attend and meet this well-known storyteller who will share some fun stories with us as well as explain the art of storytelling.

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. 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 $25. Reservation deadline for Feb. 1 is Tuesday, Jan. 23. Please call Liz Paul at (239) 691-7561 for additional information, meal selection, and to make a reservation.

HOME WATCH

FA has no dues, fees, or purchase of special foods and is not affiliated with any public or private organization, ideology, or religious doctrine. It is a fellowship diverse in age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background – who, through shared experience and mutual support, are recovering from food addiction.

Some members come to FA because of weight-related physical problems. As one man explains, “I was morbidly obese at 341 pounds and had a laundry list of health problems: knee and back problems, heart palpitations, acid reflux, high blood pressure, high cholesterol I also suffered from anxiety and depression. Since coming to FA, I now weigh 165 pounds and have maintained this weight for more than five years. I do not suffer from any of those physical (or mental) ailments any longer.” Many members report going off or greatly reducing their medications for Type 2 diabetes.

Other members come to FA for relief from the selfloathing and unhappiness that accompanied their struggle with food. As Carly describes it, “‘I’ll just have one,’ always led me to having ‘just one’ until the plate, box or bag was empty. I hated myself for not being able to control my eating. I thought about food and my weight 24/7.” And another member says, “I used food to comfort me, to push down unwanted feelings, as a buffer between me and life. It wasn’t working. Following the FA program and working the Twelve Steps has allowed me to become the person I always wanted to be, both physically and emotionally.”

To locate FA meetings and to find out more information, visit www.foodaddicts.org, call the local hotline at (239) 338-5948 or FA World Service Office at (781) 932-6300.

Important Phone Numbers

Gate Access and Community Patrol

Pre-Call Gate Access Line 239-935-5179 North Gatehouse 239-482-5039 South Gatehouse 239-433-0110 Patrol 239-340-8994

Assistance

Police/Fire/EMS-EMERGENCY

Property Management Suitor, Middleton, Cox & Associates 239-437-0340

Dear friend,

“I Just Don’t Believe That…”

When I meet people in town, they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re that doctor with the beard on TV.” Well, perhaps I should tell you a little more about myself, the picture from television and why I use it in my ads.

Let’s start with me, the guy with the beard. Ten years ago I was living here in Florida. At that time my mother was down visiting from New Jersey for the season when she showed up in my clinic with a frozen shoulder. She was desperate and in pain having lost practically all use of her dominant arm. She could hardly fix her hair, reach for a coffee cup or even fasten her brassiere. Basic hygiene had become extremely difficult for her. She was afraid, because the two orthopedic surgeons that she had consulted told her, “Your only option is to have your shoulder replaced.” I remember saying to my mother, “I just don’t believe that.”

Now at that time I was a chiropractor who worked primarily on the spine. Frankly… I didn’t know how I was going to help her. I just knew there was a nonsurgical solution out there and I was going to find it.

And boy did I find it! I found the answer to my mother’s shoulder problem and much, much more. And where did I find it? Of all places, I found it at the birthplace of Elvis Presley, Tupelo, Mississippi. Immediately I hopped on a plane and flew into Memphis, rented a car and drove out to a chiropractic neurologist who was willing to teach me how to fix my mother’s frozen shoulder. I spent three days in his clinic shadowing him, learning a new technique I had never even heard about before. Eager to help my mother, I developed this new skill set quickly. When I returned to Florida I wanted to be able to immediately fix my mother’s shoulder.

And that’s exactly what happened. After I performed the first Non-Surgical Operation on her shoulder, her pain went away significantly and she recovered to nearly full range of motion. She was so happy that she avoided surgery and got her life back.

It’s strange how life is, because that same doctor who showed me how to fix my mother’s shoulder opened up his treasure chest of knowledge and showed me how to help people with chronic knee, neck, low back pain and those suffering with neuropathy in their hands and feet, all without the use of Drugs, Surgery or Injections.

I spent the next several months flying back and forth to Mississippi learning all that I could.

Many years later we now have over one thousand successful patient testimonials. Many of them were told by their doctors that their only option was to have their knee or shoulder replaced or to take toxic drugs for the rest of their lives to mask their neuropathy symptoms.

Al was one of those patients who was told he had ‘bone on bone’ degeneration. His knee stopped unlocking properly, similar to what I’m describing in the photo, and he was facing knee replacement surgery. He was suffering from chronic degenerative knee pain, couldn’t walk properly and was easily holding onto 60 pounds of excess body weight. His doctors would have eagerly scheduled him for a knee replacement surgery had he decided to go in that direction.

Immediately after the Non-Surgical Operation I performed on Al’s knee, he was squatting and walking up and down the stairs normally without pain.

Al is now in his early 70s touring Alaska in his RV. He has dropped over 60 pounds and is biking 15 - 20 miles per day and loving life. He regularly sends me great pictures from his adventures.

Joyce was told by her oncologist, “There’s nothing that can be done.” She would have to live with the chemo-induced neuropathy in her hands and feet. Hot and cold were indistinguishable and the numbness and tingling made it impossible for her to walk any distance.

Joyce was a cancer survivor only to have come out on the other side with another debilitating condition. She and her husband showed up in my clinic and told me what their medical doctor had said. I told her the same thing I told my mother, “I just don’t believe that.”

After a thorough neurological examination and report of findings she trusted me enough to follow my protocols. Within two weeks her numbness and tingling in her feet subsided and the feeling was coming back.. After 12 weeks she was feeling the sand between her toes as she walked along the beach again. At her one year checkup Joyce’s sensory loss had improved over 80% overall to within the normal range… She is all smiles these days!

You should know that I don’t heal anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific non-surgical operation that resets the communication between the brain and knee or shoulder, instantly decreasing pain and inflammation, increasing strength and flexibility and helping with tissue healing. For our neuropathy patients we have a 4 step, proven approach that heals your nerves and reverses your symptoms. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that!We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that!

Today in the United States medical doctors are prescribing more drugs than ever before. These drugs are designed to cover up symptoms as your condition gets worse underneath the surface. The toxicity from the daily use of these chemicals ultimately leads to nasty side-effects and more drugs to treat the new symptoms. The current “healthcare” system was built to maintain your condition, not fix it. It’s a brilliant business model for the pharmaceutical industry and the hospitals, but a horrible strategy to follow if one is looking to age gracefully.

That’s where my practice comes in. I have found a way so that more people are able to afford the treatment they need, even those on a fixed income with or without health insurance coverage. One Non-Surgical Operation in my clinic could cost what you’d pay for just the deductible of a joint replacement surgery.

You Benefit from a Unique Offer…When you bring in this article, you will receive a FREE CONSULTATION with me to determine whether you are a good candidate for our Non-Surgical Knee or Shoulder Operation. If you’re being seen for Neuropathy we will take a thermal image of your feet at no charge to you. This will give me enough information to know whether I can help you. Once we determine you’re a good candidate and you feel comfortable in my clinic the complete examination is only $197. That’s it, for the entire neurological examination & report of findings. This examination & report could cost you over $500 elsewhere. But, please

call right away because this offer expires on January 1, 2024, and I don’t want you to miss out. By the way, further care is very affordable and you’ll be happy to know that the non-surgical, drug free therapies and procedures performed in my clinic can cost as little as $300 per month. You see, I’m not trying to seduce you to come see me with this low start up fee, then to only make it up with high fees after that. Further care is very important to consider when making your choice of doctor because higher costs can add up very quickly.

“You shouldn’t be forced to choose drugs and surgery just because that’s the only treatment medicare and your insurance company will cover.”

You should know a little about my qualifications. That’s important so that there’s no misunderstanding about the quality of care. I’m the bestselling author of Breaking The Cycle - how to take control of your life when traditional medicine has failed. An amazon #1 new release in three categories. I’m a graduate of Life University School of Chiropractic practicing since 1998. I am a licensed chiropractic physician certified in functional neurology. I’ve been entrusted to take care of avid morning walkers, pro-athletes and business tycoons you may have heard of.

My office is called Active Health Brain & Body and it is located at 6710 Winkler Road, Suite #1. It’s the gray Key West-style building at the corner of Cypress Lake Drive and Winkler Road behind the Bank of America. The phone number is 239-482-8686. Please call my wonderful assistants Megan or Silvia today to make an appointment.

I wish you the Very Best in Health and Life!

Dr. Rob Davis, DC

P.S. When accompanied by the first, I am also offering the second family member this same examination for only $97.

P.P.S. Your time is as valuable to you as mine is to me. That’s why I have a “no wait” policy. It is highly unusual to wait more than a few minutes in my office.

his story of how he avoided a total knee replacement surgery.

My mother and I featured in a local publication for nonsurgical shoulder solutions.

Joyce is all smiles at her one year checkup. No more neuropathy!

Snowbirds Can Get Free Or Low Cost Library Cards In Lee County

Here’s How

If you own a home/condo in Lee County:

• Stop by the library front desk (at any of the 13 libraries in Lee County).

• Give the library staff your outof-state driver’s license or state identification card.

• The staff will confirm property ownership by looking up your name in the property appraiser’s database. For you to get a free card your name must be listed on the property.

• You get a free library card – ta! da!

If you are renting in Lee County for a few weeks or a few months:

• Stop by the library front desk and request a visitor’s card.

• Give the library staff your out-of-state driver’s license or state identification card.

• Pay $15 for a three month visitor’s card (three months is the minimum).

• The staff will issue you a library card good for three months– ta! da!

And … if you are renting for only two months for example, you can still view the library’s databases and download books and music remotely when you go back up north, for that last month that you paid for.

So how cool is that?

Community News

Bellavista • Coronado • Courtyard Homes

• Crooked Pond • Edgewater • Grande Cay

• Harbour Landings I • Harbour Landings II

• Harbour Links • Long Pond • Marblehead Manor • Mariposa • Mill Pond • Osprey Landing • Osprey Point • Palmas Del Sol

• Paramount • Rivers Edge • Sagamore

• Seaside Estates • Tamarind Cay • The Shores I • The Shores II • The Shores III

If you want your community news included here, please send articles and pictures to GulfHarbourReport@gmail.com by the 4th of each month.

Golf Cart Rules Reminder

Gulf Harbour has had several incidents and issues involving golf carts. Reports have included underage driving, wrong-way driving, driving on pedestrian and bike paths, and driving under the influence.

Some excerpts from our Rules and Regulations:

Any member, family member, or guest may operate a motorized vehicle (i.e. cars, trucks, golf carts, motorized scooters, etc.) on Master Association property as long as the driver is at least 16 years of age, has a valid driver’s license and has proof of vehicle insurance.

All golfers with golf carts should refrain from using pedestrian and bicycle pathways, if at all possible, especially if a golf cart path is available in that area and the golf cart driver is playing golf at the time. When use of a Gulf Harbour road is necessary, ATVs and golf carts utilized for activities other than golf should be driven in the same direction as vehicle traffic and comply with all rules that apply to vehicles.

All Florida rules of the road must be followed when driving motor vehicles within Gulf Harbour.

Please consider the above when driving your golf cart at Gulf Harbour.

Garden Council To Present ‘Awesome Blossoms’

Save The Date, Feb. 13 For Strolling Flower Show

The annual Strolling Flower Show, presented by the Fort Myers-Lee County Garden Council, will be held on Feb. 13, at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First Street, Fort Myers, FL, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

“Awesome Blossoms,” this year’s theme, is free to the public; donations will be accepted to help defray show expenses. The public will serve as the judges for the three entry categories – most tropical, best interpretation of the theme, and my favorite design. The three winners will be announced at a future thank you luncheon. The featured artist for the show is Heidi Love Larranz.

The Strolling Flower Show has a long history of being presented annually by the Periwinkle Garden Club, a member of the Garden Council. Space for show arrangements is limited; designers from the various Garden Council affiliates should request a space from Anina Bachrach, aninabach@aol. com, no later than Jan. 15. Sponsors for the show are being sought and should contact aninabach@aol.com.

The Fort Myers-Lee County Garden Council was formed in 1957 and now comprises various clubs, societies, and affiliate members in the area. The council assists in educating and beautifying the community and improving the environment. The council is a member of the National Garden Clubs, the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, and American Public Gardens.

For additional information about the council and the strolling flower show contact Susan Fero, SDF40@aol.com.

RISE TO A NEW VIEW

SHELL POINT

Within one of their most sought-after neighborhoods, Shell Point introduces 59 new waterfront independent living residences featuring stunning coastal views of the Caloosahatchee River and Sanibel Island.

“GET TO KNOW” VISTA CAY!

Explore Vista Cay and its gracious amenities. Visit MeetVistaCay.org or call (239) 466-1131 to schedule a personal appointment with a retirement counselor.

NOW ACCEPTING PRIORITY DEPOSITS

Learn more at MeetVistCay.org or call 1-800-780-1131 or (239) 466-1131.

Shell Point is located along the Caloosahatchee River in Fort Myers, Florida, just minutes from the islands of Sanibel and Captiva.