Sep/Oct 2021
L I FES T Y LE
Contents
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In this issue 3 LETTER FROM THE
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LIFESTYLE TEAM
A note on what's coming up
4 TEAM SPOTLIGHT Meet Crystal
5 SIGNATURE EVENT Bubbles & Bowties
6 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Kevin Koelemeyer
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6 PET FEATURE Furry Friends
7 CONCIERGE
Exclusive offerings, just for you
8 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Under the Big Top Signature Event
9 GET INVOLVED
Interest Groups & Social Clubs
10 A LOOK AHEAD
Upcoming & Member Events
Esplanade Lake Club COMMUNITY INFO
TAYLOR MORRISON SALES
Esplanade Lake Club Homeowners Association 11621 Venetian Lagoon Dr Fort Myers, FL 33913
Sales Gallery Mon-Sat, 10am to 6pm Sun, 12pm to 6pm
12 FITNESS
MEMBER SERVICE
12 COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP
Esplanade@Evergreen-LM.com EsplanadeLakeClubLifestyle.com 866-325-0703 Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am to 6pm
The Pumpkin Workout
Understanding Conservation
13 WELLNESS
9 Reasons to Practice Yoga
14 CULINARY
Walnut Pumpkin Pie Cookies
15 ESPLANADE CONNECT
Giving Back: School Supply Drive
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Kaitlyn Aldridge Lifestyle Manager 941-237-0258 KAldridge@Evergreen-LM.com Alexis Perez Community Association Manager APerez@Evergreen-LM.com Andrea Bull South Florida Regional Manager ABull@Evergreen-LM.com
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Berch Gannon: 239-253-4273 BGannon@TaylorMorrison.com Christine Mangano: 239-565-0030 CMangano@TaylorMorrison.com Joanna Ritchie: 239-443-8161 JRitchie@TaylorMorrison.com Krista Edwards: 239-560-6303 KEdwards@TaylorMorrison.com
PULTE SALES Hanna Boisselle: 239-908-5025 Hanna.Boisselle@Pulte.com Cathy Stefanuk: 845-798-5545 Cathy.Stefanuk@Pulte.com
SEAGATE SALES Jeff Garard
JGarard@SeagateDevelopmentGroup.com
Letter From the Lifestyle Team KAITLYN ALDRIDGE YOUR LIFESTYLE MANAGER
Happy Fall Everyone! If you are anything like me, you cannot wait for the fall season. I am originally from New England, so I am a huge fan of crisp fall air, the changing of the leaves, pumpkins, apple cider and sweater weather! Although fall is a bit different here in sunny Southwest Florida, I still like to get into the fall spirit by decorating my house for the season and of course, enjoying some delicious apple pie even if it's poolside. We are starting to see some of our members return from summer vacations and visiting family and we are so excited to have you back here at Lake Club. In September, join us for a half day fishing excursion, escape room adventure and even an NFL season kick-off tailgate. We will also be hosting a food truck for an Oktoberfest happy hour party, so be sure to sign up! For October, get ready for some spooky fun as we will be hosting our Howl-O-Ween dog party for our furry friends, as well as heading offsite for a murder mystery dinner train experience. Your Lifestyle Team has also planned our third Signature Event, which will be held on Friday, October 22nd. Transport back to the era of Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe and Gene Kelly where bubbles fill the air. Dress to impress or honor your favorite Hollywood stars
of the past as we enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres and dance the night away! Our Lifestyle here at Esplanade Lake Club will be one-of-a-kind as we continue to mold our programming around our members’ interests and needs. We always encourage new club and event ideas. If there is a club or interest group you would like to create, a restaurant you believe is “out of this world” or an event you would like to attend, don’t hesitate to reach out to me to share your ideas. As you review the upcoming activities, please note it is important to RSVP for each event so proper accommodations can be made. We encourage your participation in our lifestyle events so that you have the opportunity to meet and mingle with your fellow neighbors and I! We look forward to all of the fun, exciting times ahead and creating memories that will last a lifetime. If you have any questions about our Lifestyle Program, you are more than welcome to contact me at any time.
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TEAM SPOTLIGHT
Crystal Steere YOUR NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF SPA, FITNESS & WELLNESS
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s we continue to support the Esplanade brand on a national scale, we are excited to welcome Crystal Steere to the Esplanade National team. Her focus on spa and wellness programming will bring a fresh perspective to each community and streamline operations. In addition to a renewed focus on Lifestyle and sports programming, her expertise will be leveraged to create exciting wellness initiatives that encourage Members to live an inspired Lifestyle through building their social network while embarking on their wellness journey. Crystal will be instrumental in the launch of seasonally inspired spa treatments at our spas and introducing our new private label bath and body care product collection. Crystal will also be designing an annual fitness membership program and collaborating with your Lifestyle team to launch monthly wellness workshops, seminars, and expos geared at health, nutrition, and mindfulness. In addition to Spa and Fitness programming, Crystal will also be supporting each community as their court sports open, working with Tennis and Pickleball professionals to program weekly tennis, pickleball, and bocce clinics, challenges, and events. Crystal joins the Esplanade National team with an extensive background in resort and hotel management in the field of health & wellness. Crystal’s passion for spa and wellness programming encompasses not only industry knowledge, but operational excellence, business acumen, team support, and development. Crystal has more than 15 years of experience in spa and fitness management working for prestigious companies such as Golden Door Spa, Hilton Hotels, Waldorf Astoria, Northwood Hospitality, WTS, International and most recently as the Spa & Wellness Manager at Esplanade Golf & Country Club Naples, a Taylor Morrison community. In her career, Crystal has been awarded several leadership awards such as Manager of the Year at the Waldorf Astoria Naples and recipient of WTS International Basics to Excellence Management Award. In addition to being a Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE), Crystal is an experienced leader in Human Resources and Retail Management, holding the title of General Manager at Banana Republic, Gap Inc. Crystal holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a specialization in Hospitality & Resort Management from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. As a Florida native, Crystal enjoys spending time outdoors exploring all that Southwest Florida has to offer with her two children, Piper age 6, and Avery age 2, her husband, Nate, and their two dogs Cooper and Lucy. We look forward to introducing you to the rest of the Esplanade National team in future publications!
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT / PET FEATURE
Kevin Koelemeyer
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Why did you choose Esplanade Lake Club? I went to college at FGCU and my dorm room at the time was on the Miromar Lake. I promised myself one day, I would be at a point to live on this lake. When Esplanade Lake Club launched, I knew this was my chance to fulfill that dream. What Lifestyle programs are you most interested in? Also, tell us your hobbies. Anything outdoors, being on Lake Como, boating and kayaking. Tell us about your family/pets and your current or past profession(s). I am the Managing Director of an insurance brokerage in Fort Myers, as well as the Co-Founder of a water remediation company. Tell us something that may surprise people:
I race cars semi-professionally and I enjoy partaking in sports car racing on "road racing" circuits. Similar to formula one and indy car racing but in sports cars. In 2018 I was the National Points Champion for my class. I travel around the country racing in my spare time. What is the best advice you have ever been given? You are either moving forward or moving backwards. There is no in-between. Where is the most exciting place you've traveled to and what made it so memorable? Montana - There is a resort there by the name of Paws Up. It was a tremendous experience being one with nature but in a very comfortable setting. Definitely can’t wait to go back. Anything else you'd like to share? Very much looking forward to sharing this beautiful community with everyone!
Furry Friends HAVE A FURRY FAMILY MEMBER YOU WANT TO FEATURE? Contact your Lifestyle Manager, Kaitlyn Aldridge at KAldridge@Evergreen-LM.com, to be featured in the next edition of the Lifestyle Magazine. Answer a few questions about your furry, feathery, or scaly friend and share a couple pictures. Don’t have a furry family of your own, but know a community member who does? Nominate them to be the next Featured Furry Friend. Contact the member to suggest the feature or your Lifestyle Manager to nominate anonymously.
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CONCIERGE
Exclusive Concierge Offerings Part of the Esplanade Lifestyle is rolling out the red carpet and giving our members VIP access to exclusive deals after closing on your home.
HOTEL RATES HYATT REGENCY COCONUT POINT RESORT & SPA 20% Off Advertised Rates + 10% Off Spa Services
RESTAURANT DOGGIE CONCIERGE
PHOTOGRAPHY
DISTEFANO’S MOBILE PET GROOMING distefanospetgrooming@gmail.com 239-202-6578 distefanosmobilepetgrooming.com
KATHLEEN D PHOTOGRAPHY 10% Off All Services Contact: Kathleen Bleau at 239-595-3748 facebook.com/Kathleen-D-Photography
ALBERTO’S ON FIFTH 20% off regular menu albertosonfifth.com
TRANSPORTATION NAPLES TRANSPORTATION 10% Off All Services Contact: Sherrilyn Alden 239-260-3272 naples-transportation.com
MOVIE TICKETS REGAL HOLLYWOOD $9 per ticket Contact Your Lifestyle Manager
WATER ACTIVITIES PURE FLORIDA 20% Off All Services (excluding private charters) 239-263-4949 purefl.com
BOAT DETAILING & FUELING GULF COAST BOAT CARE 10% Off All Services (pricing may vary depending on vessel) 941-232-1474 GULFSHORE DOCKSIDE Onsite fueling beginning this fall 239-272– 2458 gulfshoredockside.com
FLORIST
MOBILE DETAILING
SOL FLOWERS FLORIDA 10% Off Orders Contact: Katie Owen 239-266-5495 solflowersflorida.com
PRO-TECH NAPLES 15% Off All Services Contact: Scott Corey 239-227-1363 protechnaples.com
DRY CLEANING PRISTINE FINE DRY CLEANING 10% Off Dry Cleaning, Tailoring & Alterations Contact: Scott Boyd 239-263-3600 bestdrycleaningnaples.com
HOME WATCH CONCIERGE HOME WATCH OF FT. MYERS/ ESTERO FL LLC Elliot Rothman, 516-351-7365 elliottrothman7560@gmail.com homewatchofesterofl.com
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Under the
BIG TOP Our second Signature Event, Under the Big Top - the Circus is Coming, was spectacular! Members were invited to converge center ring to mingle with neighbors, taste carnival inspired fare, and delight in a variety of family friendly artists and entertainment. From face painting to caricature art to unique photo opportunities, there was something for the whole family to enjoy. We hope all those who attended had whimsically wonderful time, and we look forward to seeing you at our next Signature Event!
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GET INVOLVED
Interest Groups & Social Clubs Doing more of what makes us happy is called the key to life by many. Share your passion and take the first step by creating a club or group today.
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nterest groups and social clubs create a great opportunity for members to learn a new skill, make new friends, or share a hobby with your neighbors who have similar interests, such as card club, a walking group, or a bocce ball club. Interest groups and social clubs will be member-managed and self-supporting. Your Lifestyle Manager will assist in coordinating when and where is available for your club or interest group to meet at the Sales Gallery. All groups and clubs must be open to any member of the community who is interested in joining. For more information about creating a club or interest group, please contact your Lifestyle Manager, Kaitlyn Aldridge at KAldridge@Evergreen-LM.com.
Announcing the Tennis Club! If you're interested in organized or drop in tennis activities, this group is for you! Our Tennis Club is hoping to field teams in league play for the future as well! If you are interested in being a part of our Esplanade Lake Club Tennis Group, please reach out to member Joan Zitzke at tomandjoanzitzke@gmail.com.
CLUB IDEAS Book Club Cars and Coffee Card Club Mahjong Club Chess Club Veteran's Club Cigar Club Wine Club Ladies Lunch Bunch Crafts for Causes Art Club Poker Club Gardening Club Day Trippers Club Golf Club Walking Club Run Club
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A LOOK AHEAD
Upcoming Events All activities and events are subject to change.
OKTOBERFEST Thu, Sep 30 | 6pm to 8pm Sales Gallery Join us for Oktoberfest at Esplanade Lake Club! The Currywurst food truck will be onsite for you to enjoy all the brats you like. Celebrate with your friends and neighbors and bring along your favorite beverage to enjoy. Food will be at your own expense. Registration required.
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN NFL KICKOFF TAILGATE Thu, Sep 9 | 6pm Sales Gallery Join us before the very first football game of the season for a tailgate party at the Sales Gallery. Enjoy pizza and wings and bring along your favorite beverage to enjoy. We will have cornhole and we ask that you show your team spirit! We cannot wait to kick off the football season with you! Cost for pizza will be at your own expense. Wings and other tailgate treats will be provided by your Lifestyle Team. Registration required.
HALF DAY FISHING EXCURSION Sat, Sep 11 | 9am | $49 Per Person Offsite Get ready to reel in a big one! Join your Esplanade neighbors for some fishing fun on the water. Fishing gear will be provided, all you need to do is have some fun! This event is open to all ages and anglers of all skill level. This is a catch and release excursion but pictures for proof are welcomed! We can’t wait to get you out on the water. Registration required.
THE GREAT ESPLANADE ESCAPE Mon, Sep 20 | 5:30pm Maximum of 14 people | $28 Per Person Colonial Station, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers Do you have what it takes to solve the mystery and escape? Grab your neighbors and your friends and let’s put your puzzle solving skills to the test. Requiring teamwork and cooperation, Escape Rooms are a challenging and exciting game unlike anything else you have ever played. Sign up for this fun night out! Two rooms are available with different themes. Registration required.
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Fri, Oct 15 | 6:30pm | $89.75 Per Person* Colonial Station, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers The mummy and company are back in this classic monster movie themed mystery! Join the fun and become a super sleuth as you try to solve the “who dunnit,” “Murder Wrap,” during the comical murder mystery show that plays out in the aisles of each dining car in between the courses of your meal. Each passenger receives a playbill, clue sheet, and pen to follow along with the live scripted show, writing down clues as they go. Clue sheets are collected before the final resolution act and one prize will be awarded by the actors to one super sleuth in each dining car. *Ticket price does not include taxes or gratuities. Coffee (regular or decaffeinated), Tea (regular only), and Iced Tea (regular only) are included with ticket price. Soft drinks and alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, drink specials and cocktails) may be purchased on board the train with a credit card. Registration required by Tuesday, October 12th. Please register on our online community event calendar AND on the Seminole Railway’s website, www.semgulf.com to complete booking and payment. For the menu and complete event details, visit esplanadelakeclublifestyle.com/events.
A LOOK AHEAD
Upcoming Events All activities and events are subject to change.
CREEPY CRAWLY VIRTUAL SEMINAR Wed, Oct 6 | 2pm A Florida Fish & Wildlife specialist will be joining us virtually to discuss all things snakes and frogs and what to expect while living amongst them. This is an informative and short virtual presentation you don’t want to miss! Registration required.
BUBBLES & BOWTIES Fri, Oct 22 | 6pm to 9pm Offsite Cash bar will be available. Feel free to dress to impress in your Hollywood best.
HOWL-O-WEEN
PUMPKIN FLOTILLA HAUNTED HAPPY HOUR
Tue, Oct 26 | 5pm Dog Park
Fri, Oct 29 | 6pm Sales Gallery
Even your four-legged family members can have some Halloween fun! Dress your furry friend up and let’s get together! Halloween pup friendly treats will be provided but please feel free to bring along your favorite beverage. Even if you don't have a pet we encourage you to stop by and meet our four-legged residents! Registration required.
Carve those pumpkins and let’s watch them glow on beautiful Lake Como. Bring along your favorite beverage and feel free to dress up in fun Halloween attire. Your Lifestyle Team will provide Halloween treats for you to enjoy. Come out and have fun this Halloween with your Esplanade neighbors. Registration required.
Monthly Member Meetings
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
ESPLANADE 101
Tue, Sep 14 & Oct 12 | 9am Zoom
Wed, Sep 29 & Oct 27 | 2pm Zoom
Join your Lifestyle Manager for a relaxing and informative meeting over Zoom. Find out what’s happening on the social scene. Bring your questions and suggestions.
New Members can meet with the CAM and Lifestyle Manager to briefly discuss HOA and Lifestyle topics outlined in your Member Handbook. Sign on with your questions.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS Additional Details to Follow Join your Community Association Manager to discuss community specific updates and items regarding your HOA.
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FITNESS / COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP
The Pumpkin Workout Pumpkin has been added to everything fall-related, so why not add it to your fall workout? OK, maybe not literally, but in the spirit of the pumpkin shape, swap in a medicine ball or kettlebell in its place. Elise Caira, trainer and owner of Sweat Fixx in Boston, Massachusetts, put together this creative lower-body workout. Set a 20-minute timer and get through as many rounds as you can, taking breaks and hydrating when you need it. » Lunge Twist: Hold a medicine ball to your chest as you lunge forward and twist to one side. As you twist back to center, rise up and press the weight to the sky. Complete 10 reps, then switch sides. » Step-Ups: Hold your medicine ball to your chest and step up onto a bench or chair one leg at a time. Complete 10 reps on one leg before switching. » Squat Thrust: Start with your feet hip-width apart, medicine ball at your chest. Lower down into your squat, then straighten, pressing the ball overhead. Do 10 reps. » Mountain Climbers: Start in a high plank, with your hands on a medicine ball. Keeping your hips down, drive one knee in toward your chest, then quickly switch legs. Do 20 reps total (10 on each leg).
Understanding
CONSERVATION Wildlife conservation is the preservation and protection of animals, plants, and their habitats. By conserving wildlife, we're ensuring that future generations can enjoy our natural world and the incredible species that live within it. To help protect wildlife, it's important to understand how species interact within their ecosystems, and how they're affected by environmental and human influences. Read more by visiting NWF.org/EducationalResources and selecting the Wildlife Guide.
ABOUT OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH NWF Taylor Morrison has teamed up with the National Wildlife Federation to restore and protect wildlife habitat in our communities nationwide! We are applying National Wildlife Federation’s Certified Wildlife Habitat standards to community parks and open spaces to protect natural areas.
DID YOU KNOW? Our partnership advances monarch butterfly recovery efforts by planting and maintaining chemical-free demonstration butterfly gardens, planting native milkweed throughout our communities, and educating the community!
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WELLNESS
9 Reasons to Practice Yoga 1. YOGA IMPROVES STRENGTH, BALANCE AND FLEXIBILITY.
5. YOGA RELAXES YOU, TO HELP YOU SLEEP BETTER.
Slow movements and deep breathing increase blood flow and warm up muscles, while holding a pose can build strength.
Research shows that a consistent bedtime yoga routine can help you get in the right mindset and prepare your body to fall asleep and stay asleep.
TRY IT: TREE POSE Balance on one foot, while holding the other foot to your calf or above the knee (but never on the knee) at a right angle. Try to focus on one spot in front of you, while you balance for one minute.
2. YOGA HELPS WITH BACK PAIN RELIEF. Yoga is as good as basic stretching for easing pain and improving mobility in people with lower back pain. The American College of Physicians recommends yoga as a first-line treatment for chronic low back pain. TRY IT: CAT-COW POSE Get on all fours, placing your palms underneath your shoulders and your knees underneath your hips. First, inhale, as you let your stomach drop down toward the floor. Then, exhale, as you draw your navel toward your spine, arching your spine like a cat stretching.
3. YOGA CAN EASE ARTHRITIS SYMPTOMS. Gentle yoga has been shown to ease some of the discomfort of tender, swollen joints for people with arthritis, according to a Johns Hopkins review of 11 recent studies.
4. YOGA BENEFITS HEART HEALTH. Regular yoga practice may reduce levels of stress and body-wide inflammation, contributing to healthier hearts. Several of the factors contributing to heart disease, including high blood pressure and excess weight, can also be addressed through yoga. TRY IT: DOWNWARD DOG POSE Get on all fours, then tuck your toes under and bring your sitting bones up, so that you make a triangle shape. Keep a slight bend in your knees, while lengthening your spine and tailbone.
TRY IT: LEGS-UP-THE-WALL POSE Sit with your left side against a wall, then gently turn right and lift your legs up to rest against the wall, keeping your back on the floor and your sitting bones close to the wall. You can remain in this position for 5 to 15 minutes.
6. YOGA CAN MEAN MORE ENERGY AND BRIGHTER MOODS. You may feel increased mental and physical energy, a boost in alertness and enthusiasm, and fewer negative feelings after getting into a routine of practicing yoga.
7. YOGA HELPS YOU MANAGE STRESS. According to the National Institutes of Health, scientific evidence shows that yoga supports stress management, mental health, mindfulness, healthy eating, weight loss and quality sleep. TRY IT: CORPSE POSE (SAVASANA) Lie down with your limbs gently stretched out, away from the body, with your palms facing up. Try to clear your mind while breathing deeply. You can hold this pose for 5 to 15 minutes.
8. YOGA CONNECTS YOU WITH A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY. Participating in yoga classes can ease loneliness and provide an environment for group healing and support. Even during one-onone sessions loneliness is reduced as one is acknowledged as a unique individual, being listened to and participating in the creation of a personalized yoga plan.
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CULINARY
Pumpkin Pie WALNUT
COOKIES
Somewhere between a mini pie and a cookie, these delicious treats are perfect for the holidays, as a snack, as a dessert, or with a cup of morning coffee any time of year.
PREP: 30 MINS COOK: 15 MINS ADDITIONAL: 30 MINS TOTAL: 1 HR 15 MINS SERVINGS: 20 YIELD: 20 COOKIES
INGREDIENTS ½ cup pumpkin puree 3 tablespoons white sugar 1 ½ tablespoons finely chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (14.1 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon water 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar, or as needed Glaze: ¼ cup confectioners' sugar, or more to taste ½ tablespoon maple syrup, or more to taste ½ tablespoon milk
DIRECTIONS 1. Whisk pumpkin puree, sugar, walnuts, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla together in a bowl until well blended. 2. Place each of the 2 pie crusts on a lightly-floured surface, and roll out the dough thinly with a rolling pin. Using a 2 1/4-inch round biscuit or cookie cutter, cut each pie crust into 20 circles for a total of 40. 3. Fill 20 circles with about 1 teaspoon of the pumpkin filling, leaving 1/3 inch open around the edges. Do not overfill. 4. Dip your finger in water and run it around the edge of each circle. Place a second pie crust circle on top. Press down the edges and crimp with a fork to seal. Whisk egg and water together in a small bowl. Brush the tops of the cookies with the egg mixture and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon sugar. 5. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees. 6. Place a batch of the cookies in the air fryer basket, leaving space around each for air circulation. 7. Bake until golden brown, about 7 minutes, and move to a rack to completely cool. Depending on the type and size of your air fryer, you may have to cook in batches, and your timing may vary, so keep your eye on them. 8. Whisk 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup, and milk together in a bowl to a drizzle consistency. If glaze is too thick, add a bit more maple syrup. If too runny, just add a little more confectioners' sugar. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies, and allow the glaze to set before serving, about 30 minutes.
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ESPLANADE CONNECT
Giving Back: School Supply Drive Highlighting your most recent charitable efforts in the community.
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uring August, Esplanade Lake Club participated in their very first Back to School Supply outreach event. The community collected an assortment of back-to-school supplies like notebooks, glue, folders, pencils, etc., and donated them to San Carlos Park Elementary, a Title 1 school located in the area. Title 1 schools have the highest concentrations of economically disadvantaged students enrolled at the school. Title I funds are used to improve the teaching and learning in these schools and to help students meet challenging state academic standards. The Lifestyle Team would like to thank all the members who donated the back-toschool supplies. Your donations provided many children with helpful tools to start their school year off in the right direction!
We know that our members are passionate about connecting with the local community through philanthropy opportunities and charitable giving. We would love to share the ways you are making our community a more positive place, as well as ways members can get involved. Whether you’re donating blood or simply picking up the mail for a neighbor, we want to share your kindness! Tell us about it so we may highlight your efforts in future publications. If you would like to share any acts of kindness and philanthropy, big or small, please contact your Lifestyle Manager.
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day This year, National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day took place on Wednesday, August 4th. In honor of National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, your Esplanade Lake Club Lifestyle Team handed out chocolate chip cookies to all the members that stopped by the Sales Gallery. National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is just one of the many fun holidays celebrated throughout the year here at Esplanade Lake Club.
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