Del Tura Tower - October 2020

The Tower Volume 31 | NO 10 | OCTOBER 2020

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INSIDE 3....... President Korner 7......Del Tura Craft Fair 10..... Block Party Bash 16...... HOA Email Form

MOVEMBER LASER LIGHT SHOW “Woodstock Revisited”

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18.................. Craft Fair 20....................... Sports 29.... Del Tura Contacts 33.................. Activities 34......... At The Hydrant 36................. Calendars

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PRESIDENT’S KORNER

By Liz Poniatowski On behalf of the Board of Directors I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many members that have stuck with the HOA through all the turmoil we have experienced over the past 8 months. This has been a most challenging time to say the least.

Over the past 8 months we have had 7 resignations and one removal from office. As of this writing we have 3 positions vacant on the board and have had 7 people apply for consideration in appointing them to one of the open positions.

Information on how to sign up to receive emails from the HOA has been corrected to fall within the guidelines of Florida Statute 720.303A(1)c which states that we require a signature on file to forward information pertaining to meeting schedules, minutes, and all other information pertaining to HOA business to HOA members. There was an email sent out on 31 August to those of you who were signed up already. If you wish to keep getting HOA News delivered to your email address, please complete the form attached to that email. If you cannot print one out or haven’t signed up already there are blank forms at the HOA office. The office is open on Tuesday’s between 9

and noon. Thanks to all who responded so quickly to request. Within the first week we received 55 signed forms! To those who have voiced their concerns on why you need to complete yet another form it is because we did not follow proper procedures to enable us to forward meeting notifications and minutes. We were only allowed to email basic information. With your signature on file on the form sent out or obtained at the HOA office we can now send everything to you. An easy fix to comply with the statute.

The board is working towards getting more events together so we can socialize yet still follow social distancing and mask wearing requirements.

This month the HOA will sponsor a Halloween Golf Cart Parade presented by a great committee that just formed.

The committee is filled with excited volunteers that can’t wait to show you a good time. And in November the man in charge of his Movember prostate charity events, Bart DeGraaf, has acquired HOA sponsorship to have an amazing laser light show come to Del Tura. We will be the envy of every community around, so I know you’ll all want to come out and support this worthy charity. With an event this large we’re hoping Bart and committee will surpass last year’s donations. Make sure

those deep pockets have some extra cash to get in on the fun in donating to a cause that is near to all men (and women who love them).

Speaking of good things within the community a big shout out to Sheila Double and her workers for their August hot dog/bratwurst give away sponsored by HTA. Now let’s take a look at what HTA has been busy getting completed during the pandemic.

The slab for the small dog park was completed, the new tables, chairs and umbrellas at the courtyard look great, the electric has been updated in the Starlight ballroom kitchen so we no longer have to worry about the coffee pots blowing a circuit.

Your HOA directors and committee chairs and volunteers have been working tirelessly on the Welcome Committee updating the information that is provided to our new residents, our Membership Committee has been accepting new members for the 2021 season and now has membership cards for you to obtain and sign. Make sure you pay your dues to continue to receive the Tower and stay informed from the official mailings of the HOA. We have someone new step up to chair a Del Tura only Craft Fair and she has acquired many volunteers to ensure it is a great success. Bertie and her

volunteers have been busy contacting numerous vendors to provide you with a great Health Fair with more than 25 vendors already!

Yes, the board has had many setbacks in our short tenure. We’ve had difficulties that no other board has had to face including a pandemic and numerous resignations, but we are strong and continue to strive to serve this great community we live in. There’s a saying “Tough times don’t last, tough people do.” I’ve said it numerous times - Del Tura is a community run by volunteers and we have so many great ones who have stood by our side and we want to thank each and every one of you for your patience, for your mentoring, for your ideas and mostly for your time. We are forever looking for volunteers to join any and all committee’s we have here in Del Tura.

If you’re looking to find true satisfaction in getting a job well done and having people show their appreciation for your efforts reach out to those committees.

You can’t get anything constructive done by sitting home on your computer and talking about it. Get out there. Get involved. Keep your social distancing, wear your masks, wash your hands, follow the rules and stay healthy my Friends.

Until next time…

THERE’S A NEW SUGGESTION BOX ON LINE! You can now send your suggestions to your HOA office at the following email address: DTHOASuggestionBox@ gmail.com. With the current pandemic situation and everyone not readily having access to suggestion boxes in the Starlight Ballroom and the HOA Office

the HOA Board created the new email address to make it easy for you to send your suggestions to us! Each Suggestion MUST have your NAME, STREET ADDRESS and PHONE NUMBER on it along with your suggestion that you would like the HOA Board to address

with Hometown America. Along with the suggestion you should write a brief solution to help us address your concerns more quickly. You will be notified upon receipt, when your suggestion is brought before the BOD, and what actions will be taken with it.

Please let us know what your concerns are so we can make Del Tura our continuing Paradise!

Your HOA Board of Directors

CREATIVE WRITERS WORKSHOP

By Nancy Davy At this writing, all events within the public rooms are still suspended.

I would like to make everyone aware that I intend to kick off our Creative Writers Workshop again in October if I have enough people who would like to participate. Where we will meet, at this point, is still up in the air – it may

be at an outdoor location, rather than the craft room, where we can safely gather at a safe distance to share our love of writing. It is good to remember, especially now, that channeling our creative talents can be inspiring and therapeutic.

Please email me and let me know if you are interested in joining us on Thursday, October 8th. My email

address is ndavy01@gmail.com. If you will be new to our group, please provide me with your name, your email address, and your cell phone number. I will reach out to you before we meet in October with date and location updates.

I have reviewed the submittals of our group to date and selected one that should make you smile. This challenge asks the writer to tune in to all of their

senses to describe their surroundings. I hope you enjoy.

And please remember, as we wait for our lifestyle, that was suspended for our protection, to be restored, I know I speak for all of our group in extending our best wishes to all for your safety and good health.

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REFLECTIONS

By Dianne J. Roderick

“Emergence” As I sit here thinking of how we will all emerge from this unforgettable pandemic I try to clear my mind and allow my thoughts to concentrate on the specifics of how our lives were like nine months ago. So many things have changed...we are all impacted by this monster! For that same reason, when I close my eyes and try to get some clarity before I write, all I can see in my mind is a very angry sky with lots of dark, gray, swirling clouds that seem to roll continuously. Then suddenly these ominous clouds are interrupted by sporadic bright dots of light. Symbolically speaking, this angry sky could definitely be a sign of these tumultuous times...but then those bright lights could also be a sign of hope that our prayers for this to end have been heard.

Our lives have been turned upside down, so many twists and turns, yet we do our best to forge through. Although these times are trying (a bit of an understatement), many of us have endured numerous hardships in our lifetimes. We have lived through many storms of the past, both personal and shared but we have somehow emerged stronger after each challenging experience. We never realize how strong we really are until life presents us with those unexpected obstacles. Oh sure, going through the turmoil gives us more than our share of stress and anxiety, there’s no doubt about that! Many times we feel beaten, but we don’t ever throw in the towel. We pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and turn those negative defeatist attitudes into positive actions.

Times like this force us to think about how much we have taken things for granted

and how blessed we really are. Suddenly we realize that material worth is not the most important thing in our lives. During these uneasy times our focus tends to shift towards our relationships, specifically the love we share with our families and friends.

It’s the little things that come to mind. The many things that we just took for granted, like socializing with people at the market, the unexpected smile, the much needed hug... distancing is much needed for our survival but definitely not a part of our culture. We are social beings and that need, whether you are 5 or 105, has to be fulfilled to keep us healthy and happy. We are so fortunate here in Paradise to have outlets that allow us the opportunity to connect with each other.

Many of us have also learned a bit more about technology so we can have Zoom visits with our families, or we may even use it to communicate with our doctor’s when our visits are due. Who knew?I have never been a big fan of cell phones but most recently my husband was hospitalized for 12 days with pneumonia and was in isolation , thank God it wasn’t Covid! If it wasn’t for the technology of the cell phone I would not have had any contact with him. On a brighter note, how many of us have ordered our groceries, or dinner online?

It’s the closest thing that I would ever have to my own personal shopper. Another upside of this, many people are writing more personal notes and talking longer to each other on the telephone landline , or their cell phones. The conversations don’t seem to be as rushed ...more quality time and lots more I love you’s!

Those little things are actually the big things that fulfill our needs, warm our hearts, and will get us through this together.

God Bless...

SIDEWALKS ARE FOR WALKING Full and part time residents of Del Tura and their guests are reminded that there should be NO PARKING OF VEHICLES, GOLF CARTS, TRAILERS, and RV’S ON OUR SIDEWALKS! Please keep our sidewalks open for their intended purpose. Our streets are sufficiently wide enough to handle our vehicle and still permit traffic to pass easily. If you have

contractors working on your behalf, please remind them of this request as well. Also, please keep your garbage off the sidewalks as well. Place it at the end of your driveway or in the grass. Attention to this request will result in a happier and safer neighborhood for all of us!

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN HALLOWEEN GOLF CART PARADE FRIDAY OCTOBER 30th at 5PM PRIZES FOR: • Funniest • Most Creative • Scariest Line up at the Clubhouse We’ll use the same route as the 4th of July parade ( Left out of the parking lot, turn left on Via del Sol and follow around to the end.

Turn left and go back to the Clubhouse.)

No need to register Only the Fun/Spooky/Strange need apply For info call Dusty (239) 357-4378

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A SENSE OF PEACE

By Maureen Monroy

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We just finished our Sunday afternoon dinner with our daughter and the grandkids.

I’ve come out to sit on my back patio. It is a perfect Floridian fall afternoon – warm sun and cool breezes gently sooth my skin. It would be so easy to drift off to a short nap.

From my spot, I look on the main pond and watch the little black Grackles, the great blue and small tri-color Herons, the Snowy Egrets with their black beaks and golden slippers, and young Osprey, which are all very active this afternoon.

The Grackles are flying in and out of the hibiscus bushes, their whistles and squeaks accompanying their synchronized dances. The Osprey has been diving headfirst into the pond for quite a while- but has finally caught a fish. He is sitting very high in our pine, enjoying his meal. The fish flips and flops for a minute, then the sound of the powerful beak on bone begins. Nature is beautiful,

but it isn’t always gentle. I check out the patio and notice that I am within range of many bird droppings, so I move my chair out onto the lawn.

Are there any sound as joyful as young children playing tag? Squeals, laughter, a few taunts. The 4-year-old is counting to ten – he still has not gotten those 6’s and 7’s in order.

The five-year-old is going hand over foot in her newly found skill at cartwheels. She’s tagged, which starts the laughter and cries of “not fair”!

Our brown and white poodle joins the game. She runs so fast, then she stops on a dime, pivots in the air, and leaps in a new direction – she would make a fabulous Polo Pony!

Oh no, Man Down! I get up to comfort the fallen. I wipe the tears and kiss the knee- and inhale that wonderful earthy “sweaty little kid” smell.

I’m not sure how the various senses work together. But this afternoon, my senses came together to give me the best sense of all, a sense of peace.

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OBITUARY Donald E. Drown, our father, made his last Run to Home Plate on Aug. 19, 2020, signing off on his earthly life. Dad was born to the late George & Lula Drown on July 7, 1934, in Sutton, Vt. Being born during the Depression, the youngest of 8, completing 5th grade, shaped his formative years and resulted in a lifetime of determination, hard work and making a better life for himself and his family. Dad was a giver; he would give whatever he could, even his shirt if he thought you needed it. Dad loved to laugh and joke around. Dad was known for hiding the infamous Whoopie Cushion (you had to be careful where you sat!). He loved being with his family. One of our family favorite card games was PIT, lots of laughing was had by all! Dad enjoyed having people for dinner; his favorite meal - dessert! He would buy 10 different pies, and when he asked what kind of pie they like, he grinned and laughed as he pulled out the pie they asked for! His passion was baseball; he taught us how to be good athletes and team players, while coaching our teams during middle school at Waterford School and St. Johnsbury Little League and Babe Ruth. He loved hearing and keeping tabs on his children’s and grandchildren’s successes and always wished for our lives to be happy and fulfilled. Dad-Grampa, we love you infinity!

When Dad was in his 20s he moved his elderly parents to Connecticut to care for them. Here he met the love of his life, Jill. She was his guiding light. Dad was an entrepreneur. After working for various trucking companies, including St. Johnsbury Trucking Co., he started an asphalt business in Connecticut. His desire to move back to Vermont was strong, so we packed up and moved to Waterford, Vt. where he and Jill ran DJLUV Farm, their successful dairy farm, for many years, providing a good living for his family. Don and Jill later started up an East Coast-West Coast DJLUV trucking company.

After his late wife’s passing, Dad moved to sunny Ft. Myers, where he rekindled his passion for baseball and met his beloved wife Sally Youngstrom, whom he loved dearly. As always, he started up another project, remodeling homes, through which he met and worked with his good friend Stew Gilbert. Dad’s love of baseball led him to many lasting friendships that no one can put a price on: spreading the love of the game, connecting people, enjoying life together. We have all of Dad’s list of names of his baseball and softball friends, you know he loved ALL of it with you! Dad managed and played for many teams in and out of Florida including; from the 1980s to 2019 Legends of Baseball, 2014 Legends of Baseball Championship-Cooperstown, N.Y., Arnie Owens League- 3 years-36 consecutive wins, Roy Hobbs League.

We believe there are two things Dad would like us to pass along: Don’t stop giving; For it is in giving that we truly receive, and at least one of us carries on the tradition of the unsuspecting Whoopie Cushion!

Survived by: wife, Sally Youngstrom Drown, N. Ft. Myers, Fla.; son, Alan Drown (Lisa Pierce) Murphys, Calif.; daughter, Robin Legendre (Michael Legendre) Waterford, Vt.; grandchildren: Jadan Drown Redwood Shores, Calif. Brandon Legendre, Waterford, Vt. Jaselin Drown, Campbell, Calif.; greatgrandchildren: Jadan Jr. and Julianna Drown, Redwood Shores, Calif.

A quiet family prayer service was held in Waterford, Vt. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.saylesfh.com.

ENTERTAINMENT SEASON Unfortunately due to the Covid -19 Pandemic we had to cancel the Mid Summer’s Eve Dance back in August and the Atlantic City Boys Vocal Quartet back in September.

REGRETTABLY THE OCTOBER 31ST HALLOWEEN DANCE W/PAISLEY CRAZE IS NOW ALSO CANCELLED. As of now we still have the following HOA Sponsored entertainment scheduled for 2021: January 23rd - Alter Eagles (Eagles Tribute Band) March 20th - Jimmy Travis Comedy Show April 10th - Citizens of Soul Funk Style Show Band Schedule event are still planned to take place in the Starlight Ballroom Doors traditionally open @ 6:30 with the events starting @ 7:00 PM. Once confirmed, tickets will be sold at Tuesday Coffee @ 8:00 AM

In Memory Of…

Betty DeWilde

COME HAVE FUN & MEET YOUR NEIGHBOURS!

RESCHEDULED TO: February 6th 2021

BLOCK CAPTAINS NEEDED! Contact Sandy Boykin to volunteer 410-491-8824

You are expected – We really care and can hardly wait to see you there!!

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FROM THE DESK OF THE TREASURER!

By Gail Hodge By now most of you are aware that the 2020 Entertainment events have been cancelled. Tickets had been sold for the Silver-Merchant Event. When the event was cancelled earlier this year, we had a choice of requesting a refund, which many took advantage of, or waiting for the event to be rescheduled.

This event has been completely cancelled.

You may now receive a refund for your ticket(s). It’s not a problem if your tickets are here in Florida and you are up North. When you return to Florida, request your refund at that time. There is no deadline for refunds. All that I ask is that you write your name on the back of the

ticket(s) and include a stamped self-addressed envelope for faster processing. Then either mail this to Ticket Refund: Attention Treasurer, 609 Sierra Madre, North Fort Myers, Florida 33903 or put it through the mail slot of the door to the HOA office or drop it off in person at the HOA office Tuesday mornings between the hours of 9-12 noon.

I would like to thank all of those that have already requested a refund and enclosed a stamped selfaddressed envelope, it was greatly appreciated.

Any questions I can be reached at 585-315-1628 (if no answer please leave a message) or email me at gailhodge2008@gmail.com Del Tura HOA Treasurer

IN THE KNOW

By Liz Poniatowski RULES FOR POSTING INFORMATION ON BULLETIN BOARDS 1. All notices must be submitted to the HOA office for expiration date and approval stamp. All notices must include the names and telephone numbers of each submitting resident.

2. All notices are to be posted for no more than thirty (30) days unless an extension is approved by the HOA office prior to the expiration date.

3. Notices for functions or events may be 8 ½” X 11”, typed or printed. Lettering and/or decorative infield may be colored.

4. Notices of items that are “For Sale”, “For Rent”, “Wanted”, “Wanted to Rent”,

“Lost or Found” shall be on 3”X 5” or 4”X 6” cards. Items for sale or rent may also include an additional 3”X 5” or 4”X6” photograph. There are no other exceptions to this rule.

5. NOT allowed is the posting of letters of opinion or personal feelings.

6. Flyers that offer cultural events or club activities or other communities’ events will be allowed. Except for advertising from the Del Tura restaurant and pub, the posting of any business cards or advertising of services will NOT be allowed.

7. NOT allowed is the posting of any literature pertaining to politics, campaigns or elections whether local, state or federal.

An exception is made for the posting of information on individuals running for the HOA Board of Directors. Such literature should not exceed 8 ½” X 11” in size.

BE KIND TO YOUR NEIGHBOR WHEN GETTING RID OF YOUR “STUFF”

Call Administration office for all appliance pick-ups. (239-731-3433)

Trash Pickup Every Monday and Thursday - place at curbside before 6am (not on sidewalks please) Monday - Bulk pick-up items are household goods. Thursday - Bulk pick-up items are limited wood debris.

Recyclable Pickup - Place at curbside before 6:30am - (not on sidewalks please) Schedule: Mondays - Addresses 1-3999 and Avenida Escorial Schedule: Wednesdays - Addresses 4000 and up Yard Waste/Horticulture Every Wednesday - place at curbside before 6am - (not on sidewalks please). Loose horticulture must be in a container with holes in the bottom, so the rain drains

out for ease in lifting. All tree trimmings must be bundled, under 4 foot in length and under 40 pounds. All Palm fronds must be laying at curbside going the same direction and stacked one on top of the other. All boots, berries, or loose debris must be in a container. No plastic bags will be picked up.

Construction Pickups, Do not put construction debris at the curb, it will not be picked up. If you are using a handyman or contractor, they are responsible for the removal of all the debris generated. i.e., large debris from renovations Call All Star Disposal 941-743-0855 to schedule rental of a dumpster, when completed, call back to schedule pickup. Debris will not be picked up by Waste Pro left at your yard.

Electronics - printers, computers, copiers, etc. These items should be placed curbside next to, but separated from, regular trash. Televisions and computer monitors can be placed out with your regular trash. The waste hauler will log electronic equipment and an electronics truck will come the following day to collect. You may also bring electronics to the Topaz Court Solid Waste Annex at 6441 Topaz Court, Ft. Myers, FL 33966, 239-533-8000 Paint Here’s how to dispose of latex paint without taking it to a recycling center. Stir cat litter into the paint until it thickens and will not spill. Throw the dried paint in the can in the garbage. Please be sure there is no wet paint in can - this is creating many paint spills

on our brand-new roads when crushed in garbage truck. Oil-based paints are considered hazardous waste and must be taken to a recycling center. Lowes is listed as a Hazardous Waste Center on the internet, BUT IT IS NOT - IT HAS BEEN VERIFIED… however, they WILL take light bulbs, plastic bags and multiuse batteries.

All hazardous material needs to be taken to Lee County Hazardous Waste at: Lee County Hazardous Waste Center, 6441 Topaz Ct, Fort Myers, FL. There will be no pickups on certain holidays. Trash will be picked up the next day. Please do not put anything on vacant lots or in common areas as this will not get picked up.

Office for approval; pay the needed rental fee and deposits and return form to the HOA Office for scheduling.

SCHEDULING SINGLE USE OF A BALLROOM Resident must fill out proper reservation and set-up form, if necessary. All necessary forms are in the HOA Office and must be filled out

at the HOA Office. Blank forms are not allowed to be taken out of the office.

SCHEDULING RECURRING USE OF A BALLROOM Resident must fill out a reservation form for each calendar year. EXAMPLE: Zumba – Oct. Nov. Dec. 2020; Jan. Feb. Mar. 2021. MUST complete a form for both 2020 & 2021.

BE KIND TO YOUR EVENT RESERVING BALLROOMS Following are the Del Tura HOA current policies for reserving a ballroom at the Del Tura Club House.

POLICY REGARDING SCHEDULING/RESERVATION OF BALLROOMS.

Forms must be completed at the HOA Office. Forms to be approved

by Hometown America for events with more than 10% non-residents in attendance should be filled out prior to obtaining Hometown’s approval.

Resident must take completed form to Hometown America Management

Due to Covid 19 Procedures, PLEASE make ALL reservations with Colleen in the HTA Office by CALLING her at 239-731-3433 until further notice. Do not go to the HOA Office until further notice.

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Financial Moves for Widows and Widowers

If you’ve recently become a widow or widower, you’re obviously dealing with an enormous emotional burden, and coping with your grief can seem like a full-time struggle. Unfortunately, the business of life must go on – and the financial moves you make at this time can have a big impact on your life. So, as you attend to your affairs, consider the following suggestions: • Don’t make hasty decisions. Even though you will need to make some moves in the near future, don’t feel rushed into decisions that may prove to be ill-advised. For example, don’t immediately sell your home or liquidate all your stocks.

• Consult with your estate planning professional. If you and your spouse created an estate plan involving a will, living trust or other documents, you’ll want to consult with your estate planning professional to determine what steps should be taken to implement these arrangements.

• Address life insurance issues. If your spouse had a life insurance policy, you’ll want to contact your insurance agent for help in navigating the paperwork necessary to receive the death benefit. Of course, some financial advisors also sell life insurance within the context of your overall financial strategy, so, if this is your situation, you’ll want to speak with your advisor about how to handle the insurance proceeds.

• Apply for Social Security benefits. If you are 60 or older, you may be entitled to Social Security survivor benefits, along with a onetime death benefit. Contact your local Social Security office to stop the benefits your spouse received and apply for the new ones for yourself.

• Change the name on financial accounts. If you and your spouse had jointly held accounts with “right of survivorship,” the assets will typically pass automatically to you, the surviving spouse. However, for legal purposes, it’s still a good idea to retitle these assets in your name. This usually only requires filling out some simple documents, which are available from your financial institutions – bank, credit union, investment firm, etc. But you also may need to change the beneficiary designations on accounts held only in your name, such as your 401(k).

These designations are powerful and can even supersede instructions in your will or living trust.

• Go over bills and debts. Review all your bills, automatic payments and outstanding loans. If they are in your spouse’s name, or in both your names, contact the merchant or financial services provider to change all correspondence and account information to your name only. For any outstanding accounts in your spouse’s name, you may need to notify the business that all payments will be handled by your spouse’s estate, if you choose to go that route. You may need to provide these businesses with the contact information of your estate planning professional.

• Plan for your future. Once you’ve handled the immediate financial needs described above, you’ll want to think about your own future. This means you may have to update your estate plans and insurance policies. You’ll also want to consult with your financial advisor to see what changes, if any, you might need to make to your investment portfolio.

Only time can ease the pain of losing a spouse. But by taking care of the mundane matters of daily living, you can at least alleviate the feelings of being overwhelmed – and that, in itself, has value.

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!! IMPORTANT !!

REQUEST FOR YOUR PERMISSION TO SEND IMPORTANT HOA INFORMATION TO YOU VIA EMAIL I understand I must be a current HOA Member You have my permission to use my email to keep me informed of important HOA business.*

_____________________________________________ Resident’s Name

_____________________________________________ Del Tura Address

_____________________________________________ E-Mail __________________________________________________Date_____

Signature By checking the box above, completing the above information and signing, you acknowledge and agree to receive e-mails from the Del Tura HOA Association including general announcements from the Board, notice of upcoming Board meetings, meeting minutes, upcoming elections, and other important information of interest to you. Of course, you are free to opt out at any time.

If you don’t wish to have this information sent to you automatically in a timely fashion, such information can be accessed by you at various locations including the bulletin board outside the Hometown office, the electronic billboard as you enter from the front gate, ​The Tower ​magazine, Tuesday morning coffee socials and word of mouth.

Please return the completed form to the HOA office. If you have opted in and wish to stop receiving electronic communication from the HOA, simply send an email requesting to opt out. *​Under

Florida Statute 720.303, the use of a homeowner’s email address to deliver official notice of an

Association meeting or other official notices may ONLY be used if the homeowner CONSENTS, in writing, to receiving notice via electronic transmission. The mere fact that the association has collected an email address

of a member is not sufficient to constitute consent for the association’s use of that email address

for the

purpose of providing official notice. Consent by a homeowner should be explicit and should be

documented, with

that documentation retained as an official record of the association.

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2020 DEL TURA CRAFT FAIR

By Tracy Messina Hey there Del Tura Crafters! We will be holding a craft fair this year!

Due to concerns related to the COVID-19 virus, this year’s event will be open to DEL TURA RESIDENTS ONLY! This restriction is for both vendors and shoppers. No outside vendors or shoppers will

be permitted for the safety and well-being of our community.

We will be setting up the Craft Fair on the lawn next to the Clubhouse where overflow parking usually is designated. This will make it easier to socially distance as well as get everyone out for some fresh air. Safety is our first priority.

If you are interested in being a vendor or would like to volunteer to help with set-up and clean-up, please contact Tracy Messina at (732) 336-1384 or email me at messina_tracy@yahoo.com.

With your participation and support, I am sure we will have a very successful event. Hope to see you.

Happy Shopping!

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We hope by now you have been officially welcomed to Del Tura County Club and have received your welcome bag, full of info! This darn virus has really crippled our programs here, but we are going to "break out" and have an hour or two of meet and greet and welcome you to your new home đ&#x;˜Šđ&#x;˜Š

Save the date: October 7th 4:30pm NEW homeowners from January 1, 2020 until now!

Meet at the Starlight Ball Room Put faces with all those new names! If you haven't filled out your "what I'd like to do form "--- bring it along.

Masks Mask are required and we will work out the distancing. It is about time to let off a little steam and do something different. Please RSVP so we can plan.

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Tennis for the Fall season is not what it used to be! But… There is still Open Tennis on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays for anyone wanting to play from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. The best part is that you don’t need to find a partner. You just show up during these times and you will automatically be included in the group. No spectators will be allowed around the courts though.

The Del Tura Tennis Association letter and sign-up sheet for intra-mural leagues are posted in the screened

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room and will be removed on October 11. You can sigh-up for the Men’s or Women’s leagues as well as the Co-Ed league.

You can also email your interest to DelTuraTennis@gmail.com.

The intra-mural leagues will be starting in late October depending on registration. All league players will be advised as soon as the leagues are formed.

Our traveling teams that normally play with the Lee County Women’s Tennis League and the SWIFT team are on hold at the moment waiting for the leagues to confirm starting dates. Many of the clubs are not open to outside players; therefore, the leagues need to take this into

Doris and Stan consideration when deciding on the opening dates.

We are hoping to get back to a more usual and normal time in the New Year. In the meantime, keep safe and healthy.

If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline St-Jean at jacstjean2016@gmail. com or the Del Tura Tennis Association at DelTuraTennis@ gmail.com.

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By Jack Blevons Hello Del-Tura bingo lovers. This will be short but need to update you as to what is going on with our bingo on Thursday nights that normally always start around the middle of October. I am writing this while we still are up in Wisconsin. Last week I called the front office to see where things stand since our bingo was shut down last March, a couple of weeks sooner than normal because of the Covid situation. So, when I asked if the clubhouse would be open Thursday nights for bingo, I was told not yet.

So, at this writing, which is September 8th, we are not allowed yet to have our bingo night.

Now, it’s a month away & things could possibly change so my advice for those of you that come Thursday night to our bingo, please watch the electronic information Board that you see when you enter our community. Things could change in between these monthly letters I write in the Tower so until we get the okay to be able to run & play bingo on Thursday nights, just keep checking that board & I will ask the front office to please notify us if & when things change that will allow us to run that bingo again. Let’s all hope that things get better so we can get back to living a normal life again & have fun & enjoy doing the things we all love to do. Thank you for your understanding.

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SPORTS & EXERCISE 18 HOLE WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION What happened to Labor Day? Is it October already?

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Play Dates with 9-holers Throughout the summer the ladies 9-holers and our group golfed together once each month.

In September, we had our last combined play date for the year. It was so much fun and after golfing we had lunch too!

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SPORTS & EXERCISE 9-HOLE WOMAN’S GOLF ASSOC. (DTNHWGA)

By Sandy Gove The Fall Season is a strange concept when living in Florida with all our sunshine, warm temps and daily rain showers that continue into September and beyond. A real harbinger of the changing season is, usually, the return of our ‘snowbirds’ from around the country and beyond including our Canadian friends. We hope the same is true for this year as we miss each and every one of you, and hope this finds each of you well.

The last monthly play date for combined 9 hole and 18 hole leagues was September 17. A box lunch after golf was catered by Panera Bread and held in the Starlight Ballroom to accommodate social distancing. Everyone enjoyed getting together and appreciates the efforts of those involved in making it happen. The combined monthly play proved a nice diversion from the normal weekly games for both groups.

Justine and Debby have been busy planning special events for the coming year. They met with Paul regarding Casper Golf guidelines for various activities, recognizing that certain precautions are required due to the Covid situation, so there may be changes from what we’ve been used to in prior years.

It’s hoped that you will consider participating in any and all of the fun events planned: see YOU on the Tee!

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DEL TURA SOFTBALL LOOKS TO THE FUTURE It’s never too soon to look ahead!

By Art Keen In my last article I put out a call to all athletes!

This was no oversite. We are looking for Del Tura athletes to come out for the Amigos and the Diablos softball teams. Even if you have never played organized softball before we encourage you to come out and give it a try. I know that there are more than a few of you guys and gals who are swinging for the fences with those golf clubs. Put those skills to the test. We are looking to fill 30 or more roster spots in the coming months.

Most if not all of the ballfields in our area are open and are already sponsoring league play.

With a little bit of luck, things will be back to some semblance of normal by the first of the year and we will be able to compete. If you have any interest in playing, please reach out to either me or Jim Hamilton. This means you veteran softballers too. We would like to be able to gauge the interest there is in the community now.

I can assure you that your health and safety will be of primary concern.

Hope to see you on the field or in the stands when Del Tura Softball resumes this winter!

Art Keen (210) 279-2093 Jim Hamilton (208) 323-1321

BOWLING IS ON FOR OCTOBER START

By Glenn Tointon The Del Tura Bowling league is scheduled to start the last Tues. in Oct. If you are interested

in joining our league either as a team member or a substitute, please email me at glenn1947@ yahoo.com and we will get you on our list.

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HOW TO MAKE GARDENING EASIER AND SAFER FOR SENIORS • The very first thing you need to do is to make it accessible. That means to create a walkway that they can maneuver with a cane, a walker or a wheelchair.

Of course, a solid cement walkway would be the best solution but that can be very costly.

• So, another solution would be to use large, square stones and either place them or cement them together to create a walkway that’s as smooth as possible.

• The next step would be to raise the level of the garden. This can be accomplished several ways: • Build or buy an elevated garden bed. You can even take it a step further and install or place “benches” on the sides of these raised gardens.

• Use large and tall pots to also raise the level of gardening. Any kind of container gardening that is elevated would work.

• If there’s a wall or fence, consider installing window boxes to make the garden more vertical.

• Note that there are vertical gardens that you can install (or build) and they can be placed on a wall, like the side of the house.

• For some seniors, handling gardening tools can be difficult. You will want to look for ergonomic tools that have larger than normal handles that are not slippery.

You also want to consider the weight of the tool as well.

• I would avoid power tools completely and only use manual ones.

• Hire help for the tasks that are just too difficult or strenuous to do.

• Make sure to wear the proper clothing. Proper shoes (no sandals or anything that can slip off easily), large brimmed hats to keep the sun off of you, gardening gloves and use bug spray and protect your skin with sunscreen lotion.

• Keep a jug or bottle of water nearby and within easy access and of course, drink often to avoid dehydration.

• Work in the garden periodically throughout the day vs. all at once. An example would be to work 20 minutes at a time in the garden, 3 or 4 times throughout the day instead of a full hour or more all at once. This helps to protect yourself from heat exhaustion, protects you from overusing your muscles and overtaxing your joints.

• Moving the garden hose from one area to another can be a pain. Consider using drip irrigation the can be left in place. Use a timer for scheduled watering.

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DEL TURA HOLIDAY BASKET PROGRAM 2020 THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS BASKETS

By Charlene Ruotolo

To All DEL TURA Residents As many of you know when the Holidays roll around the Basket Program asks for donations of non-perishable food and or money to help the Needy Families we contribute to. However, this holiday season we face a very determined virus that is not kind to people our age and we feel that it would be unfair to ask for people to go door to door collecting. It is therefore, with a VERY HEAVEY HEART, to inform you that we will be unable to have a Normal Basket Program this Year.

We do expect to continue the tradition in 2021.

We realize that of all years this is a year when the needy families need the most help. So, with funds left over from last year we plan to provide 70 Turkeys and 70 Hams to Nation Charities to distribute to families in need. This is something my husband and I can do without putting anyone else in harms’ way.

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FALL FISH NEWS

By Ginny Benjamins Dear FISH Volunteers: Once again, we will explain what FISH can do for our residents. If you need a ride to a doctor or dentist appointment or a ride to the grocery store or drugstore, please call 997-3474. You will reach an answering message. Just follow the prompts to leave your name, phone number, where you need to go, the time your need to go and the date.

Give us 48 hours lead way to find a driver who will be available to take you. You will receive a call back from a FISH volunteer to confirm your call. You will also receive a call from the volunteer who will be driving you. Please do not call us if you are running a temperature over 101 degrees or if you suspect you may have Covid19. In that case you need to call an ambulance.

If you have just returned from being hospitalize and would like to have a dinner delivered to your front door, just call us at 9973474. We will be happy to bring dinner to you, let us know!

If you know of a resident who is in the hospital or someone who may just need a pickme-up, call Ruth (513-403-6960) and she will gladly send a card or maybe even bake some bread for you.

If you have a fruit tree that needs to be harvest, call Sherry (239-567-0538) or Rick (239543-3662) and they will make arrangements to have your tree picked. They will give what fruit you might want to you and the rest will go to the soap kitchens to help others. Something to be proud about: The committee has picked a total of 3920 pounds or 1.96 tons of fruit consisting of mangos, avocados and starfruit. Imagine!

Thanks to the volunteers who picked and to the residents who donated their fruit. We’re not done yet!

Remember, we have a trailer full of medical equipment should you need something. There are no questions asked and you can keep the piece of equipment for as long as you need it.

Call 997-3474 and leave a message stating what you need. You will receive a call back and the equipment will be delivered to you the same day if possible. Do not spend your money if you have been hospitalized and the doctor says you need something. Our services are all FREE to our residents. You do not need to be a fulltime resident. Our services are also for any snowbirds.

FISH is here to assist you! Feel free to contact our FISH president, Ginnie Benjamins (ginnie1131@comcast.net), if you have any questions. Thank you for being a FISH Volunteer!

SECOND ANNUAL STATE CHRISTMAS WREATH CHALLENGE

By Leon Buss - Christmas wreath contest is still on schedule - if there are any changes they will be addressed at a later date - but the contest will still be held.

Appliance Repair

1-239-674-9521 NO

TRIP CHARGE

WITH REPAIR

WHIRLPOOL • GE • KENMORE MAYTAG • FRIGIDAIRE • ALL BRANDS

1 Year Warranty On Parts 90 Days Warranty On Labor

Guidelines: 36” wreath - LED lights (no battery operated) - standard plugin - decorate to represent your State - turn in at clubhouse - Monday November 16, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.

Voting - Tuesday November 17 through 9:00 a.m. Tuesday November 24.

Christmas tree or yard ornaments to be donated call Leon Buss at 612-718-9572 or Dan Larson at 763-360-3193.

The following residents/states have committed to Christmas Wreaths Challenge please contact these residents if you want to help in any way.

If you want to do an unclaimed State, please contact Leon Buss at 612-718-7878 or 612-718-9572.

California - Patty Large 559-285-2389 Florida - Tracy Ayer 207-660-5540 Indiana - Robin Peters 941-465-8998 Kentucky - Lyndalle Barnes 270-963-2706 Maine - Cindy Baron 603-398-8001 Minnesota - Jeff Meeham 651-398-6564 New Brunswick - Maurice Dodbout New Hampshire - Sandy Grove 603-397-5550 New Jersey - Sue Smith 201-232-4777; Ohio - Gay Dye 614-861-0007 Oklahoma - Sue Hooper 405-623-2397 Ontario - Donna Roberts 239-599-4170 Oregon - Deb Ault 541-973-9395 Texas - Michelle Reese 239-565-8944.

Good luck to all!

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Del Tura Contact Info

HOA OFFICE HOURS

(Until further notice) MONDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed TUESDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9am - noon WEDNESDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed THURSDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed FRIDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed SATURDAY & SUNDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed

Blood Drive

Dennis Cottini

847-707-1435

Choralaires

Dave Adams

508-284-6107

Coffee Hour - Tues. AM coordinator

Barbara Schmoltze

239-218-9413

Librarian

Barb Jones

239-543-6922

Contractor Survey Results

Dave Tomaszewski

586-567-9290

Del Tura Repertory Company

Jacquie Keen

239-464-5544

Entertainment Committee Chair

Vacant

Equipment Loans- Medical

Neil Miller

239-218-9867

Loan Closet

Denise Rose

815-222-6466

Feral Cat Information "SOS"

Karen Azza/Sherry Plisch

239-220-0563 239-567-0538

FISH - Friends in Service Here

Ginnie Benjamins, Pres.

HELPLINE 997-3474

239-322-9863

Sheila Doublé

FISH - Fruit Picking Contact

Rick Rudzik/Sherry Plisch

239-543-3662 239-567-0538

Vacant

FMO Membership

Vacant

Front Gate Guard

239-731-2523

HOA Website

Meg Valentino Cindy Brinton

239-240-6949 267-642-6477

HOA Membership

Sherry Cottini

239-770-7711

HOA Office - 609 Sierra Madre (off Catalina)

Tuesday 9-Noon

239-731-3461

HOA GROUNDS Committee

David Tomaszewski Ray David

586-567-9290 239-574-1290

Homeowners’ Issues/Grievances

Clubhouse Office

239-731-3433

Memorials

Ruth Ann Blevins

239-543-8134

Name Tags

Wendy Wells

309-264-9147

Sherry Plisch Karen Azza Cindy Brinton Meg Valentino

239-707-5613 239-220-0563

Tower - Advertising - islandvp@verizon.net

Bob & Emy Stein

941-349-0194

Tower - Editor

Sheila Doublé

239-628-7786

Tower - Co-Editor

Vacant

Tower - Circulation Coordinator

Tony Doublé

239-738-8400

Tower - Distribution Coordinator

Dorathy Biddinger

239-980-2775

Veterans Contact

David Jacobs

239-292-8834

Video Library

Elaine Schnur

239-464-0623

Save Our Strays Outdoor Electronic Billboard

Welcome Committee

Gail Hodge Kathy Williamson Lighting & Sound

267-642-6477 239-240-6949

585-315-1628 239-825-5708

Lighting Coordinator

Art Keen

210-279-2093

Sound Coordinator

Doug Cheney

239-652-3909

Please email changes to Dennis Cottini at dcottini@comcast.net or call 847-707-1435 NON-EMERGENCY CALLS - SHERIFF’S DEPT. (239) 477-1000

MASKS MUST BE WORN TO ENTER Should you need assistance contact Ruth Ann Blevins (239) 220-9381

HOA PHONE: (239) 731-3461 HOA ADDRESS: 609 SIERRA MADRE

The Tower Editorial Staff Editor

Circulation Coordinator

Co-Editor

Distribution Coordinators

Staff

Distribution Captains

Rheta Kanen Dianne Roderick Dennis Cottini Sherry Cottini

Tony Doublé

Dorathy Biddinger

Lu Ann Brownell, Mark Donahue, Darlene Finchman, Patty Large, Doris Meyer & Sandy Rolando And 60+ Delivery Volunteers

HOA Liaison: LIZ PONIATOWSKI Many thanks to all the volunteer residents who have donated their time to “The Tower”.

We are looking for more volunteers. Please Help!

NAME TAGS

Any resident wishing to purchase a “Name Tag” may do so on Tuesday mornings between 8:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. before the start of announcements at the HOA Board table. A name tag with a “pin” backing is $5.00 and/or with a “magnet” is $7.00 (correct CASH ONLY). However, if you are going to be gone for several weeks, months, etc., please do not order your name tag until after you return.

Normally takes one (1) week to process your order.

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IT W O D U O LD Y WHAT WOU

Think about the possibilities! With $500, you could go on a cruise for two, use it toward a shopping spree, or buy a flat screen TV – just to name a few.

Invite your friends to live at Del Tura, and you could earn up to $500* when they purchase a new home.

Call 239-731-3330 for details! *Referral reward restricted to Hometown America residents. Customer must register the resident who referred them at time of their initial visit. Residents whose referral purchases a new or special-order home will receive up to $500. Residents whose referral purchases a Hometown America-owned inventory home will receive up to $300. Residents whose referral purchases a brokered home will receive up to $100. Residents who refer will receive money after closing of escrow. Other terms and conditions may apply. Call 239-731-3330 for more details.

Cruise for two

Two laptops

Domestic flight

Outdoor Grill

Patio Set

Gazebo

Flat Screen TV

Shopping Spree

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E-MAIL ADDRESSES

NEWS ITEMS FOR “THE TOWER”, PLEASE USE ONLY THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS: TowerEdit@yahoo.com The Webmaster and HOA web site, use http://www.deltura-hoa.com Use password DTCCHOA where applicable.

To list events on the internet, please e-mail, and submit pictures & text in digital form.

The Del Tura Phone Book is not compiled by “The Tower”.

It is produced by Hometown America.

Please contact the HT office 731-3433 for errors and omissions.

GENTLE REMINDER

Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

HOA Board: hoaboard@delturahoa.com

HOA - The Homeowners Association of Del Tura Inc. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Name:_ ________________________________________________________________________

LOAN CLOSET

PLEASE CALL Denise Rose 815-222-6466 NOW LOCATED IN THE MAINTENANCE AREA COTS, “PACK n’ PLAY, HI-CHAIRS, ETC

Del Tura Address:_ _______________________________________________________________ Phone:___________________________________ E-Mail:_________________________________ Dues: $12.00 U.S. annually for homeowners and renters. Make check payable to: HOA Del Tura. Mail or Deliver to HOA Membership, 609 Sierra Madre, No. Fort Myers, FL 33903

HOA - Tower Delivery Travel Plans (Please Do Not Deliver “The Tower”) Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

FISH

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Anyone needing to borrow equipment from the Medical Equipment Loan Trailer please contact: Neil Millerat 239-218-9867, or Rick Rudzik at 543-3662.

Local Del Tura Address:___________________________________________________________________ Mail to Address: _________________________________________________________________________ Stop Delivery on:_________________________ Start Delivery on: _ ____________________________ Please complete and return to the HOA Office. Mail Tower – USA $2.55/Canada $3.00 per issue

For the correct listing of your

Birthday & Anniversary

FMO Membership Application:

e-mail to kanlig@juno.com

Name:_ _________________________________

or return this form to the HOA OFFICE

Del Tura Address:_________________________

Birthdays

Phone:__________________________________

Name:_ __________________________________

_____ 1 Year Membership $25.00

Address (req’d):___________________________

_____ 3 Year Membership $65.00

_________________________________________

# Of registered FL voters in household:

Phone (req’d):_ ___________________________

_____

Month (Spelled)__________________________

Non-Florida Address (if applicable):

Day:_ ____________________________________

__________________________________

Name:_ __________________________________

__________________________________

Anniversary

Which months do you NOT live in Florida:

Name: ___________________________________

___________________________________

Month (Spelled)__________________________

Recruiter Name_______________________

Day:_ ____________________________________

Send To: FMO, P.O. Box 5300

Year married:_____________________________

Largo, FL 33779-5300

Number of years married as of 2020:_______

Contact: Susan Bell 714-454-9972

Tower – Advertising Island Visitor Publications, LLC Publishers: Bob & Emy Stein To advertise in print, contact: Bob or Emy Stein at 941-349-0194 or email us at islandvp@verizon.net.

Contributing writers are acknowledged with bylines accompanying their submissions. Attribution for photos are not included unless supplied.We sincerely thank everyone for their contributions. Your articles help showcase the strong and diverse community that makes up Del Tura.

The Tower is published monthly from October through May. Summer issues are condensed: June/ July and August/September. All ads are subject to the approval of the publisher. It is the responsibility of the party placing any ad for publication in The Tower to meet all applicable legal requirements in connection with the ad such as compliance with town, county and state codes in first obtaining an occupational license for business, permitted home occupation, or residential rental property.

DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

Island Visitor Publishing is not responsible for claims made by advertisers.

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North Fort Myers Florist Full Service Florist

WE DELIVER LOCAL and Worldwide ROSE SPECIAL/CASH & CARRY: $14.95 8190 Littleton Road, Suite #105 North Ft. Myers, FL 33903

239-997-1670 www.northfortmyersflorist.com

Stephanie Norris Del Tura Resident

Classifieds PROFESSIONAL PAINTING WITHOUT PROFESSIONAL PRICES! INTERIOR/EXTERIOR, OVER 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, POWER WASHING, HOME MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS! DEL TURA RESIDENT. CALL JIM SMITH 239-247-1917 (NOV20) AIRPORT? SHOPPING? ERRANDS? LINDA STORMA, RESIDENT DEPENDABLE CALL (239) 997-9066 (JUN/JUL21) LOCKSMITH: DEL TURA RESIDENT AUTO/ HOME LOCKOUTS, LOCKS REPAIRED, INSTALLED OR RE-KEYED. DEL TURA RESIDENT. LOUIS RIVET 543-1434 (OCT20)

CFC041684

E & M Mech.

BOB VIGER Reasonable Prices For All Your Plumbing Needs

239-878-0493

WE NEED YOUR EYES

The HOA Grounds committee needs your input if there is a problem or safety issue in the common areas of Del Tura. Please report it to us and we will work toward the solution.

David Tomaszewski

586-567-9290 • Superbowler297@yahoo.com Ray David

239--574-1290 • Rad5552004@yahoo.com

GARAGE DOOR & OPENER SERVICE: CALL JIM O’BRIEN AT 239-849-1644.

D.T. RESIDENT. (AUG/SEPT 21) HANDYMAN PAINTING, LANDSCAPING, & REPAIRS. EXPERIENCED RESIDENT. CALL JOHN AT 757-952-9485.

(NOV20) SKP HANDYMAN SERVICE 30 YRS. CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE, QUALITY SERVICE, REASONABLE RATES, DEL TURA RESIDENT, LICENSE & INSURED 239-471-0258, 941-465-9246 (OCT20)

HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE, DEL TURA RESIDENT: RELIABLE, HONEST, & FRIENDLY SERVICE. DEL TURA RESIDENT. CALL KAREN @ 603-543-7457 (OCT20)

WE BUY AND SELL OLD COINS, JEWELRY AND COLLECTIBLES OF ALL KINDS. DEL TURA RESIDENTS WILL & KAT ROSSMAN. 989-1757.

WWW.ESTATEBUYZ.COM (DEC20)

LAMINATES, WOOD ROT, POWER WASH, INT./ EXT. PAINTING, PLUMBING, GUTTERS, ROOFS CLEANED. RES. REF. CALL STAN 502-797-4402 OR 502-797-4395. (JAN21)

GARAGE RENTAL NEEDED FOR SEASON (5-6 MOS). CALL ED OR DEE SMITH FOR DETAILS AT 630-963-0139 OR 630-267-8127.

(OCT20)

AVON PRODUCTS SOLD BY DEL TURA RESIDENT. CALL PAT 239-800-5057(HOME) OR 631-838-4323 (CELL) (OCT20) GIRL FRIDAY – RELIABLE & TRUSTWORTHY. HOUSECLEANING, ETC. DEL RESIDENT. CALL LINDA 239-560-1948. (OCT20)

HOA BOARD INFORMATION Liz Poniatowski - Acting President (2023) - Vice President (2023) (757) 775-0867 hoalizp@gmail.com Gail Hodge – Treasurer (2021) (585) 315-1628 gailhodge2008@gmail.com Secretary Position Vacant

Alberta (Bertie) Dugo - Director (2021) (617) 974-8502 ad4088@comcast.net David Klein , Director (2023) (715) 927-7989 davedthoa@gmail.com Ray David, Director (2021) (239) 547-1290 rrad5552004@yahoo.com Director Position Vacant

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DAILY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Activity

Location

Jane Fonda Aerobics Line Dancing Advanced Class Line Dancing Beginners Class Tai Chi

Starlight Ballroom Starlight Ballroom

Tai Chi Chuan Instruction

NEW

Royal Palm NEW

Therapeutic Yoga Instruction

Royal Palm

Tura Zumba Water Aerobics (Oct-April) Water Noodle Aerobics Yoga Relaxation

North Pool North Pool Starlight Ballroom

Contact Teddy Reid, 239-770-3838 Jackie Hinrichs, 616-916-7796 Jackie Hinrichs, 616-916-7796 Marjorie Lord, 543-9072 Dr. Charles C. Longsworth, Ph.D. 239-945-2106 Dr. Charles C. Longsworth, Ph.D. 239-945-2106 Teddy Reid, 239-770-3838 Betty Scheetz 609-477-9147 Marylou Buss, 612-718-7878 Dea Wells 283-5603

The Daily Activity Schedule is updated on a monthly basis. Contact Dennis Cottini 847-707-1435 or dcottini@comcast.net for any changes prior to the 9th of each month.

Monday Exercise 10:00-10:45

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday 10:00-10:45

8:00-9:00

10:00-10:45 3:00-4:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM 8:00-9:00

8:00-9:00 AM

8:00-9:00 AM

8:00-9:00 AM

9:00-10:00 AM

9:00-10:00 AM

9:00-10:00 AM

9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

11:00-12:00 10:45-12:15

Saturday

Sunday

8:00-9:00

11:00-12:00 10:45-12:15

7:00 PM

Sports Billiards, Men’s Billiards, Women’s (Nov-Apr) Bocce (Nov-April) Bocce and Burgers Bowling For Fun Bowling League (Oct-Mar) Fun Couples Shuffleboard League Golf, Men’s 18 Hole League Golf, Men’s 9 Hole League Golf, Women’s 18 Hole League Golf, Women’s 9 Hole League Horseshoes NEW Pickleball Ping Pong Shuffleboard Shuffleboard NEW Shuffleboard, Open Shuffleboard, Traveling Team (Dec-Mar) Softball Tennis, Mixed, Open

Call for location Shuffleboard Court

Horseshoe Court Jacaranda Room Shuffleboard Court

Punta Gorda

Harry Christopher, 997-7345 Ann DeGrande, 989-2206 Peggy Terrasi, 603-236-2209 peggyterrasi@gmail.com Janet DeCosmo, 239-776-9161 Cheryl DeCara, 543-8751 Dave Csuy, 770-6254 Darlene Brinker 586-431-0022 Steve Doyle Bart De Graaf 239-599-4404 Sandy Vassallo, 248-755-1176 Kathy Klein 715-927-1163 Bob Brinker 586-431-0022 Dick & Denise Rose, 815-978-4907 Lois McDonnell, 505-228-1222 Jack Blevons, 731-0892 Darlene Brinker 586-431-0022 Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Jim Hamilton 208-313-1321 Lu Ann Brownell 802-522-5863

1:00-3:00 6:30-9:30 3:45-5:30 5:00 2:00 10:30 7:00 PM 8:00 8:00 8:30 8:30 open play

open play

7:00-9:00PM 9:00

2:30

open play

open play 2:00-4:00

12:30 5:30 8:00-10:00

5:30 8:00-10:00

open play 2:00-4:00 1:00

open play

8:00-10:00

8:00-10:00

3:00 open play

Games Bingo, doors open at 6:00pm, sales end at 6:45pm (Oct-Mar) Bingo (all year) Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Open Bunco, (*All year, 1st & 3rd Wed of each month) Canasta Dominoes Euchre Farkle Hand & Foot Card Game Hand, Knee & Foot Card Game Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong May I Card Game Pinochle Rummi-kub Texas Hold ‘Em

Starlight Ballroom

Jack & Janet Blevons 731-0892

Starlight Ballroom Poinciana Room Jacaranda Room

7:00-9:30 11:00-12:00 6:00-10:00

Good Timers, (*1st Tues. of month)

Ken Knight, 305-746-3782 Patti Watson, 608-358-7709 / Darcie Poinciana Ballroom Rockenbough, 239-938-6865 Jacaranda Room Norrine McLaughlin, 543-1276 Royal Palm Room Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Poinciana Room Marcella Carothers, 731-3315 Poinciana Ballroom Ruth Anten, 997-9779 6:00-9:00 Jacaranda Room Betty Scheetz, 609-477-9147 Poinciana Room Donna Moore, 543-5262 1:00-4:00 Card Room II Marianne Denman, 543-5968 Card Room I Dianne Bevilacqua, 567-2234 Card Room I Rheta Kanen, 731-0809 7:00 Card Room II Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Jacaranda Room Norrine McLaughlin, 543-1276 1:00-4:00 Jacaranda Room Marcella Carothers, 731-3315 Jacaranda Rroom Jean Cornwell 731-1580 Card room 1 Joette Fabbri, 239-560-3324 4:00 Other Activities and Clubs Starlight Ballroom Carolyn Bruggemann Mary Kay Tointon, 920-309-2121 Call for location Gay Dye, 614-861-0007 Across from bocce court Janet Ragone, 543-7818 9:00-12:00 David Adams, 508-284-6107 Starlight Ballroom Barbara Schmoltze, 239-218-9413 Craft Room Nancy Davy, 239-599-4631 Ruth Ann, 239-292-6299 Jacaranda Room 10* Dorothy, 239-850-2306 Poinciana Room Liz Poniatowski, 800-2935

Del Tura MotorCycle Club Ride

ClubHouse Parking Lot Sheila & Tony Doublé - 239.628.7786

Blood Pressure Readings (before coffee) Card Making (Nov-Apr) Ceramics Choralaires, (Sep-Mar) Coffee & Social Hour Creative Writers Group (*2nd & 4th Thurs) Garden Club, (*1st Mon. of month)

NEW

Library, open every day Quilting/Sewing Club Video Corner (check hours in the Library) Wood Carving (Nov-May)

Starlight Ballroom Ceramic Room

Barb Jones, 543-6922 Kathleen Quigley, 543-1067 Wendy Wells, 309-264-9147 Elaine Schnur, (239) 464-0623 Bernie Forsey, 239-217-6024

1:00-4:00 6:00 to finish* 1:00-4:00 5:30-9:30 7:00-9:00 1:00-4:00 1:00-4:00 7:00

1:00-4:00

1:00-5:00 6:00 6:45-10:00 1:00 - 4:00 4:00

3:00

8:00-9:00 9:00 9:00-12:00 6:30 - 8:30 8:00

9:00-12:00

9:00-12:00

9:00-12:00

2:00-3:30*

4:00* 1st & 3rd Sundays, 8 AM

AfterCoffee Hr 1:00-3:00 9:00-12:00

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Del Tura HOA Committee’s

Volunteer and make a difference!

Email us what you are interested in:

delturahoanews@gmail.com

Thank you in advance for supporting your community!!!

AT THE HYDRANT

By Justine Fitzgibbons

If Dogs Could Talk Hi Humans, Hi my name is Montana I am known as the “gentle giant”. I live with my parents Ron and Patty Whitney. I love playing ball and frisbee.

My mom decided I should be a working dog, so she put me through lots of training. After I passed my AKC Canine Good Citizen training I tested and became a therapy dog. My mom and I are part of the Alliance for Therapy Dogs.

Working as a therapy dog I have visited nursing homes in both Cape Coral, Florida and Rochester, N.Y. We visited with the patients, they are happy to see me and they all pet me. This past 2019-2020 school year we have become part of the Reading Therapy Dog

Program at Hector Cafferata Elementary School in Cape Coral. We would go every Wednesday afternoon. The children in grades 1-3 would take turns coming in and reading to us. There were 3 other dogs beside me. The children would take turns and read to me and my mom. The best part of these visits was I would get petted by lots of kids. I loved it! We have fun! I can’t wait for the kids to go back to school.

You may have seen me walking on the sidewalks or taking a golf cart ride. If you see me with one of my parents just stop us and say hi, I love meeting people and being petted.

See you Monday!

If you would like to share a story about your pet please send me a story and picture (300 words) to jfitz818@aol.com

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239-542-9511

239-851-0982

Clifford Law Firm, LLC Trusts, Estates, Probate, Divorce Cape Coral, FL

Ellen W. Clifford Attorney-At-Law ellenwclifford@gmail.com

TONY’S APPLIANCE &

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

30.00 SERVICE CALL

$

AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK

CALL: 997-0923 or 246-3699

Stop in and see finished pieces and works in progress.

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October 2020 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

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16 October Birthday “CELEBRATION”

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NEW 2020 Homeowners Celebration

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Starlight Ball Room 4:30pm.

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Starlight Ballroom 1pm to 3pm

Starlight Ballroom

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30 Del Tura Parade Join in your Cart/Car/Bike

31

5pm at Clubhouse!!

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