December Newsletter 2012
Event Highlights Annual Trimming of the Town Center Christmas Tree and Holiday Cookie Table Wednesday, December 5 4:00pm
Join us outside Destinations as we decorate the Town Center Christmas Tree with ornaments donated by Residents through the years. Donate an ornament to add to the ever-growing collection. Bring your favorite holiday cookies to share at the holiday cookie table. Eggnog will be provided.
After the tree trimming, party under the stars with the Beatles Holiday Show performed by the Nowhere Band at the Amphitheater! Food tents open at 5:00pm
(featuring Lady Madonna’s Fish & Chips, Sergeant Sausage & Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, And Your Bird Can Sing Chicken Sandwich, Strawberry Fields Salad with Grilled Chicken, Clam Chowder from Octopus’s Garden)
Concert begins at 6:00pm $ 15 for Pelican Preserve Residents and Guests $ 20 for Non-residents
Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Call (239) 985-1751 for reservations or log in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and click on the calendar to register.
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Holiday Dinner Dance Thursday, December 13 6:00-10:00pm – Magnolia Room $ 24 per person Enjoy a traditional holiday buffet with dancing after dinner. Live entertainment provided by Joe Marino and All The Kings Men. Reservations are necessary by December 12 and may be made online or at the Front Desk of Soleil. Table requests may be made by designating one person from your table to fill out a table request form at Soleil or the table request form may also be found online. Suggested attire is festive.
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Fresh baked rolls with butter Winter salad with mango dressing Italian pasta salad Slow baked turkey and gravy Honey orange glazed pit ham Traditional stuffing, creamy whipped potatoes, green bean casserole Assorted holiday desserts
New Year’s Eve Party Magnolia Room at the Town Center 8:00pm-12:30am $ 15 per person (complimentary if you are having New Year’s Eve Dinner in Destinations or the Golf Club) Cash Bar
Dance the night away with entertainment provided by The Lonza Bartlett Band. Stay the entire night or drop in and enjoy the entertainment with your friends. Includes entertainment, party favors, snacks, champagne toast at midnight and balloon drop.
Reservations are required and can be made by logging in to the Residents website and clicking on the calendar. Please note that this is for party reservations online. You must call Destinations or the Golf Club if you wish to make reservations for the New Year’s Eve Dinner. More details on the New Year’s Eve dinners at Destinations and the Golf Club may be found in this newsletter.
Five-course dinner served with choice of entrée. Price includes the New Year’s Eve Party in the Magnolia Room. New Year’s Eve Dinner fills quickly, so make your reservations by calling Destinations at (239) 985-1688 or the Golf Club at (239) 985-1795. Please indicate your choice of entrée when making your reservation. If you plan to attend the New Year’s Eve Party following dinner, please indicate that when making your New Year’s Eve Dinner reservation at Destinations or the Golf Club.
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Appetizer Lobster, Artichoke and Mushroom in Pastry Salad New Year’s Eve Salad – heart of Boston bibb, Belgium endive, micro greens, Enoki mushrooms, pistachios, heirloom tomato with a raspberry-truffle vinaigrette and warm goat cheese crouton Intermezzo Lemon sorbet Choice of Entrée Surf and Turf – grilled filet mignon and jumbo gulf shrimp, red pepper whipped potatoes, peppercornbrandy sauce with roasted baby vegetables - $60++ Veal Chop - herb marinated and sautéed in garlic oil, red pepper whipped potatoes, porcini mushroom-fontina cheese sauce with roasted baby vegetables - $55++ Pan Roasted Halibut and Seas Scallops – citrus seasoned sea scallops served atop a fresh Alaskan halibut filet, Thai coconut-basil sauce, fragrant basmati rice and roasted baby vegetables - $50++ Double Cut Lamb Chops – premium Colorado “center cut” lamb chop, marinated and grilled with cabernetmustard sauce, red pepper whipped potatoes and roasted baby vegetables - $55++ Dessert New Year’s Eve Trilogy Chocolate Cake
Please visit the Residents and Golf Members websites for the 2012 State of the Club recaps!
From the Administrative Office
Destinations or Golf Club Monday, December 31 5:00-8:00pm
Security at Pelican Preserve Kent Security will be checking Residents and guests for wristband and ID cards on a more frequent basis. Please remember to bring your Resident wristbands or ID cards with you to the outdoor pool and various areas at the Town Center. If you are in need of a wristband, please inquire with the Staff at Soleil. Guest wristbands can be picked up at the Fitness Center as well
Pelican Preserve Vehicle Storage Lot All vehicles parked in the Pelican Preserve Storage lot must be registered with the Town Center Administrative Office. To register your vehicle, please see Debbie Bill in the Town Center Administrative Office or call Debbie at (239) 985-1770. Any un-registered vehicle in the Pelican Preserve storage lot will be towed at the owner’s expense. Residents returning from the North who are planning to store vehicles and trailers in the Storage lot over the winter should contact Debbie Bill in the Town Center Administrative Office so she can update the storage lot records.
Dog Park Usage & Maintenance If you are interested in utilizing the dog park, you must register your dog at the Administration Office of the Town Center. Once your dog is registered, we will issue a special tag for your dog and provide you with the gate code. You are welcome to complete the required forms at home and bring them to the Office. Forms can be found in the Administrative Office and online on the Pelican Preserve website under Forms and Documents. Please note that the Dog Park will be closed the first Monday of every month for routine maintenance.
Please Note: The Community Bulletin Board and business card display have been moved to the computer room for your convenience.
Friendly Reminders: • All guests must check in at the Fitness Center to obtain temporary wristbands before using the outdoor pool. Guests using the Fitness Center must check in at the Front Desk and pay a guest fee. • Please refrain from smoking in the outdoor pool area and the eating area by Frescos. Smoking areas are located outside the pool fence. • No glass containers are allowed in the pool areas. • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa per the Lee County Health Department. • During inclement weather please alert the staff in the Fitness Center to lower umbrellas at the Outdoor Pool to prevent damage. • Please adhere to posted speed limits throughout Pelican Preserve and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. • Golf course and cart paths are for golfers only. Please do not use the golf course or cart paths to jog, run, walk or walk your dog. This includes early morning and evening hours.
While Out and About at Pelican Preserve: • Please do not ride bikes on the sidewalks; use the bike lanes on Pelican Preserve Boulevard. When riding on the road, ride with the flow of traffic, not against it. Don’t forget your helmet! • When walking in the community, please use the sidewalks. • Help us maintain the beauty in our natural areas and please properly dispose of dog waste. Do not throw waste bags in the Preserve area. • Please do not feed the wildlife in the Preserve or in your neighborhoods. This includes birds and alligators. • Please adhere to posted speed limits throughout Pelican Preserve and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
Don’t have email? Want to know what is happening in Pelican Preserve? There are now paper copies of all the Residents Alliance and Town Center emails in a binder in the Pelican Lounge. Please leave binder in Lounge so all have access to the information.
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Please remember that the golf course and cart paths are only for golfers. Please do not use the golf course or cart paths to jog, run, walk or walk your dog. This includes early morning and evening hours.
Pelican Preserve Website For questions on the website or information on how to log in, please contact Stacy Logue at (239) 985-1755 or email stacylogue@wcicommunities.com.
Looking for the Newspaper For your convenience, a Fort Myers News-Press newspaper stand is now located in the Town Center across from the dog park.
Pelican Preserve Name Tags We encourage Pelican Preserve Residents to wear name tags to Pelican Preserve events, functions and get-togethers. Now is a great time to order a name tag! To order your name tag, please contact Beverly Hoffmann at (239) 313-6332 or via email at ronbevhoffmann@comcast.net or Mary Jo Nardello at (239)225-6733 or via email at mjnardello@aol.com. Your name and neighborhood will be printed on the name tag. The color of your name tag will be specific to your neighborhood. The cost for each name tag is $8.50 and payment is due at the time of ordering.
Keep Your Information Up to Date Don’t forget to update your information with Debbie Bill in the Administrative Office! Debbie can be reached at (239) 985-1770 or via email at debbiebill@ wcicommunities.com. You may also log in to the Resident website to update your information which is automatically routed to the Administrative Office upon update! Please ensure to update: • • •
Address and Phone Numbers Birthday so you can be a part of the Birthday Club at Pelican Preserve Emergency Contact Form (which can be updated by filling out a form at Soleil). The emergency contact information is kept on file in the event we need to contact someone for you.
Golf Shop 7:00am - 5:00pm Practice Facilities 7:15am-4:00pm Closed at 2:00pm Monday and Thursday. Dining Spoonbills - Golf Club Snack Shop 7:00am - 6:00pm Daily Full Menu Available: Breakfast 9:00-11:00am Lunch 11:00am - 3:00pm Spoonbills closed Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25 Loons Member Dining Loons Bar 11:00am-6:00pm Daily Food Service 11:00am-3:00pm Happy Hour 3:00-6:00pm Monday - Friday
Golf Club Update
GOLF CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION
2013 Golf Cart Stickers
If you are a trail fee member, please make sure to pick up your trail fee sticker by December 31, 2012. Trail fee stickers are available in the Golf Shop. You must bring a valid copy of your golf cart insurance policy. We will also check to endure your cart meets our guidelines.
Saturday Social
Open to Golf Club Members and Guests December 1 6:00-9:00pm $ 15++ Call (239) 985-1795 for reservations and table requests.
New Year’s Eve Dinner at the Golf Club Open to Golf Club Members and Guests Monday, December 31 5:00-8:00pm Five-course dinner (same dinner served in Destinations on New Year’s Eve). Please call (239) 985-1795 for reservations. See Destinations section of this newsletter for details.
9-Hole Golf Mixer Friday, December 21 2:00pm shotgun
18-Hole Golf Mixer Sunday, December 2 1:00pm shotgun Dinner to follow
Friday Dinner Service 5:00-8:00pm Sunday Dinner Service begins January 6. Loons closed Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25.
Loons Member Frequent Diner Program
Loons Member’s dining room now offers a frequent diner program that will run through the remainder of the year.
Silver Level
5 visits required Complimentary entrée On your fifth visit to a dinner service, you will receive a free entrée of choice.
Gold Level
10 visits required Complimentary entrée and bottle of wine On your 10th visit, you will receive a complimentary entrée and a bottle of wine from a select list.
Platinum Level
15 visits required Complimentary three-course meal (appetizer, entrée and dessert) On your 15th visit, you will receive a complimentary three-course meal of choice.
Upon reaching the Platinum Level, Members will then start at the beginning of the Frequent Diner Program. Valid July through December. Visits are tracked specific to membership accounts. Visits cannot be combined with other memberships. Menu items and wine selections are subject to change. Some restrictions may apply.
Tennis Anyone?
Tennis Hours of Operation 7:00am-3:00pm Monday through Friday For questions or to register for tennis clinics, please call (239) 985-1761 or (239) 985-1762.
Ladies leagues have started. Check the bulletin board at the Tennis Casita for schedules of play. Men’s league play will begin in mid-November with schedules also posted on the bulletin board.
Round Robin/Competitive Doubles*
Wednesday - 8:30-10:30am Round Robin (All Levels) Thursday - 8:30-10:30am - Competitive Doubles matched by playing ability Pre-registration is required.
Men’s Day (All Levels)
Friday – 1:00pm Fee: $1.00 for all round robins and doubles Registration required. Residents and owners must sign up 48 hours in advance. Renters and guests must sign up 24 hours in advance.
Tennis Clinics* Tuesday Tuesday
8:00 - 9:30am 9:30 - 11:00am
2.5-3.0 3.0-3.5
Pre-registration required for all clinics. A minimum of four per clinic. Cost is $12.00 per person to participate. Pickleball All levels are welcome!
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LGA News Pelican Cup December 4 and 6 Pick your own partner and choose either 9- or 18-hole competition. Tee times on Tuesday, 8:30am shotgun start on Thursday followed by lunch.
Interclub at Highland Woods Golf Club December 3 Step Away Scramble December 18 9- and 18-hole players together
Open play Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00-11:00am. These times could change in the future to accommodate more players. All other Pickleball court reservations can be scheduled two (2) days in advance for two-hour time slots. The court reservation sheet is in the bulletin board out side the Tennis Casita. A Pickleball committee is in the process of being formed and will assist with the development of the program.
Save the Date Solheim Cup January 8 and 10 Tee times on Tuesday, 8:30am shotgun on Thursday followed by lunch and general meeting. Cards and Tiles – Hand & Foot, Canasta and Mah Jongg Open to all Ladies Golf Members Wednesday 2:30-4:30pm Members Dining Room Complimentary bar snacks, 50% discount on all beer and house wine!
Join the LGA! Make a new friend while enjoying friendly competition. Some events match players of like abilities, others mix it up pairing high and low handicaps together. All are great fun! Contact Jessica Earl for membership details at (239) 245-8895 or via email at jejoil@yahoo.com.
Soleil Health & Fitness Fitness Center Schedule
Monday through Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm
December Group Exercise Schedule Time 8:00am
Monday Pilates Plus PB
8:30am 9:00am
Tuesday Core Strength & Stretch CH Interval Overdrive EM
Total Body TL
Holiday Hours December 24-25 - Closed • Closing at 3:00pm on December 31 • • January 1, 2013 - Closed
Wednesday Pilates Plus PB
Thursday Core Strength & Stretch CH Interval Overdrive PB
Total Body TL
Circuit EM
Aqua Boot Camp EM 10:00am
Fun & Fit TL Water Aerobics SL
11:00am 12:15pm
Yoga CH
1:00pm
Breathe, Stretch & Relax PB
2:00pm
Aqua Belts & Bars SL *Yoga DG Interval Water Walking EM
Step It Up TL Aqua Fun PLUS SL
*Yoga DG Interval Water Walking CH
Zumba PB Water Aerobics SL
Yoga CH First Step to Fitness CH
1:15pm
Friday Yogilates PB
First Step to Fitness PB On The Ball PB
Aqua Stretch CH
Aqua Yogilates PB
**Line Dancing PB
3:00pm
Aqua Jocks SL
All classes and times are subject to change. Please call Soleil if you have any questions at (239)985-1751.
Aqua Jocks
Wednesdays beginning December 5 at 3:00pm
Men’s only water fitness class incorporating cardiovascular exercise, interval training and resistance training. All men are welcome to give it a try. Additional classes will be added in January.
Pilates Class Reminder:
Pilates HAS to be a COMMITMENT not just an occasional drop in. Join the class after learning the concept and the exercises in a private or semi-private lesson with Patti Barre. Learn more by contacting Patti in the Fitness Center or call (239) 985-1750.
*Yoga Class
First Step to Fitness
Price Per Class - $10 5 Classes - $45 10 Classes - $80 20 Classes - $140 Monthly Unlimited Yoga - $50
**Line Dancing with Patti Mondays at 2:00pm in the Group Exercise Room Fee: $3.00 per person Payment made directly to the instructor.
It’s never too late to feel healthy! This class is designed to help those Residents who would like to start at a beginning level. We will work on balance, functional strength and flexibility through basic moves done sitting down or standing up with support. Have a neighbor who needs to get out and get moving? Encourage him or her to come down to Soleil with you and attend the class.
Guest Waiver Reminder:
Equipment Sign Out:
Punch Cards available at the following prices:
All guests of Residents need to fill out a Guest Waiver at the Front Desk of Soleil before working out. This includes participating in any classes. A daily $5 guest fee will be charged to the Resident account or guests can pay cash when checking in. Yoga guest fees $10.
Tuesday and Thursday at 12:15pm
Croquet, badminton, basketballs, volleyballs, playground balls and bats are available for sign out. Horseshoes and Lawn Bowling equipment are located in the box out on the green. Please sign out equipment in the book located in the Aquatics Office and sign it back in when you are finished using it.
Soleil Spa Pick up a spa menu of services at the Front Desk of Soleil!
Pelican Preserve Streetwalkers
All are welcome to meet at 7:00am and 7:45am on Monday, Wednesday, Friday outside the Fitness Center!
Pelican Preserve Bike Club
We are excited to announce the formation of the Pelican Preserve Peddlers Bike Club. If you would like to join the club, please email Terri at terrilollio@wcicommunities.com. Regular weekly rides will be scheduled from Pelican Preserve to specific locations depending on ability level and desired length of the ride. Some of the routes will include riding to Florida Gulf Coast University, the Airport Loop, Buckingham Community Park, Coconut Point Mall and Gateway – making an all important stop at Norman Love.
Bike Ride, Tuesday, December 4 at 9:00am. Meet at the Town Center parking lot
Mindfulness Enrichment Class
Topic Presentation and Discussion and Mindfulness Meditation and Gentle Mindful Movement First Tuesday of the each month (Different topic offered each class)
Tuesday, December 4 Group Exercise Room 4:30-6:30pm - Fee: By Donation
Persons who work can enter at 5:00pm. For reservations and information, please contact Sylvia DiLorenzo directly at (239) 768-1458 or email mindfulnesswithsylvia@comcast.net.
Lee County Heartwalk
Saturday, December 8 at 8:00am Please Note: There is a 24-hour cancellation policy for spa services. Patrons will be charged the full price of spa service if notice is given less than 24 hours.
Centennial Park, Downtown Fort Myers Join fellow Pelican Preserve Residents for the familyfriendly, non-competitive 5K walk. See Patti Barre at Soleil for details and where to meet the morning of the event. Donations can be made at Soleil Health & Fitness. For more information about the event and the American Heart Association visit www.leeheartwalk.org.
December Spa Special Purchase a spa gift card for someone special this holiday season and receive a $10 voucher off your next spa service. Vouchers must be used by December 31, 2012.
Popular films, recent releases movies showing 4:00pm (closed captioning available) and 7:00pm
Destination Happy Hour 5:00-8:00pm every Wednesday December 12 Entertainment: Kim Jenkins December 26 Entertainment: Ron Rutz Half-priced drinks and bar menu available. Dinner Service: Thursday and Saturday - 4:30- 8:00pm Starting in January Lunch Service - Wednesday through Saturday 11:00am-3:00pm Sunday Breakfast – 10:00am-1:00pm Dinner Service – Thursday through Saturday 4:308:00pm Resident Appreciation Night Thursday, December 20 4:30-8:00pm All Residents receive 20% off their food bill during dinner. Drink specials will be available. Please call to make reservations (239) 985-1688 or log in to the website and click on “Online Dining Reservations.” Frescos Poolside Dining Offering sandwiches, hot dogs, drinks and smoothies Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00am-3:00pm! (Closed December 25 for Christmas.) New Year’s Eve Dinner Destinations or Golf Club (Golf Members Only) Monday, December 31 5:00-8:00pm Five-course dinner served with choice of entrée. Price includes the New Year’s Eve Party in the Magnolia Room. New Year’s Eve Dinner fills quickly, so make your reservations by calling Destinations at (239) 985-1688 or the Golf Club at (239) 985-1795. Please indicate your choice of entrée when making your reservation. If you plan to attend the New Year’s Eve Party following dinner, please indicate that when making your New Year’s Eve Dinner reservation at Destinations or the Golf Club.
Friday Night Movies
Make reservations by calling (239) 985-1688 or log in to the Residents website and make your reservation online by clicking Online Dining Reservations
Seating for movies is on first-come, first serve basis with doors opening 30 minutes prior to showtime. Your Town Center Cards/Green Wristbands are required for admittance to the movies. Guests must be accompanied by Resident.
December 7
W.E.
This glossy ensemble drama juxtaposes the lives of famous divorcée Wallis Simpson and Wally Winthrop, a young 1990s housewife. Wally yearns to have a romance as dramatic as Wallis’s but soon discovers that history can be misleading. Rated R - For some domestic violence, nudity and language - 118 minutes
December 14 Pirates of the Caribbean: Stranger Tides
Cunningly clumsy Capt. Jack Sparrow meets his match when mysterious beauty Angelica forces the pirate to join her in a search for the Fountain of Youth, a riotous adventure that sets him aboard a vessel belonging to the fearsome pirate Blackbeard. Rated PG-13 - For intense sequences of action/adventure, some frightening images, sensuality and innuendo - 136 minutes.
December 21
Hugo
When his father dies, 12-year-old orphan Hugo takes up residence behind the walls of a Parisian train station. There, he meets Isabelle, the daughter of filmmaker Georges Méliès, who holds the key to Hugo’s destiny. Rated PG For mild thematic material, some action/peril, smoking - 127 minutes
December 28 We Bought a Zoo
In this adaptation of Benjamin Mee’s memoir about buying and saving a run-down zoo, the locale shifts from Britain to southern California. However, the wacky spirit of the original is retained, complete with escaped tigers and a zoo crew of misfits. Rated PG - For some language and thematic elements - 126 Minutes
Wednesday Night movies begin their 10th season on January 2 at 4:00pm and 7:00pm! The Wednesday Night Movies are award-winning independent and documentary films which often receive awards from the Sundance Film Festival, Golden Globes, Academy Awards and numerous foreign film festivals. These films are usually in limited release to major cities like New York and Los Angeles and are rarely shown in Southwest Florida. In addition, movies are usually preceded with a short subject from the golden age of American animation or classic “two reeler” from the 1940’s. Watch for additional information and film schedule!
January 2
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
A comedy set in India about British retirees who take up residence in what they believe is a newly renovated hotel.
Upcoming Theatre Shows Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Upcoming Shows for the 2012-2013 Season All tickets are Star Orchestra seating and limited seating is available. Payment is due at the time of reservations and can be charged to your Town Center account. All ticket prices include tax and service fee. Reservations can be made by calling Soleil at (239) 985-1755, stopping by the Front Desk at Soleil or by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and clicking on the Activities & Events tab.
ELF Sunday, December 2, 2012
1:00pm - $65.38 One of the most beloved Hollywood holiday hits of the past decade is born again – live on stage! Featuring an all-star creative team led by three time Tony-nominated director/choreographer Casey Nicholaw (The Drowsy Chaperone, Spamalot), Tony-winning book writers Thomas Meehan (The Producers) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone) and the Tony-nominated songwriting team of Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer), ELF is the one present everyone wants this holiday season.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Sunday, January 6, 2013
1:00pm - $65.38 / 6:30pm - $65.38 Based on the hit DreamWorks film and the incredible true story that inspired it, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN is the high-flying, splashy new Broadway musical that tells the story of Frank W. Abagnale, Jr., a teenager who runs away from home in search of the glamorous life. This delightfully entertaining musical has been created by a Tony Award®-winning “dream team,” with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime), a swinging score by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman (Hairspray), choreography by Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Legally Blonde) and direction by Jack O’Brien (Hairspray, The Full Monty, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels).
MARY POPPINS Thursday, January 17, 2013 7:30pm - $77.78
Sunday, January 20, 2013
6:30pm - $77.78 MARY POPPINS is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!!” Featuring an irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, MARY POPPINS is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a certifiable super hit!”
ADDAMS FAMILY Thursday, February 21, 2013 7:30 pm - $63.47
Suday, February 24, 2013
1:00pm - $63.47 THE ADDAMS FAMILY is a smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. “A visually satisfying, rib-tackling, lunatic musical that will entertain you to death!” according to Toronto Post City, this magnificently macabre new musical comedy is created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, Drama Desk-winning composer/lyricist Andrew Lippa (The Wild Party), choreographer Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys) and Olivier Award-winning director/designers Phelim McDermott & Julian Crouch (Shockheaded Peter) with creative consultation by four-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Zaks.
LES MISERABLES Thursday, March 14, 2013, 7:30pm - $82.55
Saturday, March 16, 2013, 2:00pm - $82.55/
Sunday/March 17, 2013
6:30pm - $82.55 Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, LES MISÉRABLES, with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. This new production has been acclaimed by critics, fans and new audiences and is breaking box office records wherever it goes. The New York Times calls this LES MISÉRABLES “an unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish.” The London Times hails the new show “a five star hit, astonishingly powerful.”
Special Activities & Events
Ballroom Dance Group Lessons
Learn to Swing, Rumba, Foxtrot and Waltz! December 4 and 11 4:00-5:30pm (Beginner) 6:30 - 8:00pm (Intermediate) 8:30-9:15pm (Advanced) Class meets for four weeks and will continue throughout the year. The first hour is instruction and final half-hour is practice. Private lessons available by appointment between 1:00-4:00pm. Michael Dressler has been dancing since the age of three studying ballet, jazz, and modern dance. He was introduced to ballroom dancing at the age of 16 and has been teaching ballroom and social dancing for the last 23 years. He has studied, performed and taught in the United States and Europe, in addition to competing pro-am with his students, as well as professionally in international standard, latin American and theatre arts. Michael is also a full member of the North American Dance Teachers Association. Each 4-week session: $40 per person/$60 per couple. Payment is due the first day of class to Michael Dressler. Call Soleil Health and Fitness Center to register at (239) 985-1751. Please indicate which session you plan on attending.
Ballroom Dance Party – Open to all Pelican Preserve ballroom dancers Monday, December 17 7:30-9:00pm in the Magnolia Room $5 per person at the door Evening will showcase a dance performance by Michael Dressler and Lois Morgan.
Monthly Kayak Trips with GAEA Guides
Estuary Kayak Tour on the East Side of Estero Bay Friday, December 14 10:00am-1:00pm $40 per person Paddle this estuary that is abundant with life. Meander around the secluded mangrove lagoons and tunnels and encounter many birds and marine life. Hear stories of the Calusa natives that lived in this area for thousands of years. Reservations are required and may be made directly with GAEA Guides at (239) 694-5513. For a list of all Kayak trips please log in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and click on Activities and Events.
Pelican Preserve Cruise on Celebrity Silhouette 7 Night Eastern Caribbean
March 17, 2013 Ft. Lauderdale, San Juan, Philipsburg, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Inside Cabin (Category 10) $957.50 per person Ocean View Cabin (Category 7) $1,117.50 per person Veranda Cabin from $1,217.50 per person A deposit of $250 is due at time of booking. Prices include all port charges, government fees and prepaid gratuities. AAA members benefit with a $75 shipboard credit! Space is limited. Call Harriet Hart at AAA Travel at (239) 939-6500 ext. 3226 for more information and to book
Computer Classes with Paul Kielmeyer
Open House Tuesday, December 4 in the Pelican Lounge 1:00-3:00pm Learn about class fees, structure and schedules for the following classes: Introduction to Windows, Working with Digital Photographs, Email and Internet, Introduction to iPad
The Truth About Long-Term Care
Presented by Stan Turner and Mark Cangiano of Planning Partners Financial Group Thursday, December 6 at 4:00pm in the Theater Worried about the rising cost of long-term care? Come learn about three options: self-insure, pay monthly premiums, use a hybrid UL and LTC policy. Complimentary snacks and beverages served. Please make your reservations to attend by logging in to the website and clicking on the Club Calendar or call Front Desk of Soleil at (239) 985-1751.
Open House - Boretto Classic Home Model at Pelican Preserve
Hosted by Community Representative Cindy Volk Friday, December 7 from 2:00-5:00pm Enjoy complimentary cookies and punch, and register for a chance to win door prizes! Bring guests if you wish. Please RSVP by December 1 by calling (239) 985-1600 or email robinhuffman@wcicommunities.com.
Buying a New Car can be FUN!
Presented by Pelican Preserve Resident Ed Gibson, Principal Consultant at Auto Harmony Tuesday, December 11 - 7:00pm in the Theater Buying a new car can be fun, but unfortunately for many people it is just the opposite—it is a living nightmare. Selecting a car and negotiating a “good deal” is typically a confusing, timeconsuming and frustrating ordeal that people dread.Auto Harmony exists to help you avoid all of these shenanigans and costly traps. We understand the traps, jargon and tactics used to get you to pay a price on a car that you don’t want to pay. Come learn how we work directly with you to get you the car that you need at the price you want including going to the dealership with you and conducting negotiations for you. Make your reservation to attend by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website or call the Front Desk of Soleil at (239) 985-1751.
Annual Winter Solstice - Head Start Fundraiser Party
Monday, December 10 at 6:00pm Magnolia Room (doors open at 5:45pm) Join us for this annual fundraiser for the Head Start program in Lee County who provides support for over 700 girls and boys ages 3 to 5 who are from low income families. We have asked Head Start to identify 30 families in need this holiday season, many of whom will not have a holiday if the Residents don’t help. A Christmas tree is set up in the hallway of Soleil Health & Fitness with ornaments, each with a child’s name, age, gender and size of clothing and shoes. Some ornaments will have parents’ wishes as well. Select one ornament and bring the unwrapped gift to the event on December 10, please include a holiday gift bag with the items. If you are not a shopper and would like to donate instead, we would be happy to accommodate you. Please make checks payable to Jim Grier (10751 Ravenna Way, Fort Myers, FL) and write Head Start on the lower left line. You may mail the check or bring it to the party. All donations are tax deductible and receipts will be available. Ham, beverages and table service will be provided. Please bring a dish to share at the event that serves 8-10 people. Last names beginning with A-H should bring dessert. Last names beginning with I-P should bring an appetizer. Last names beginning Q-Z should bring a veggie. For more information pick up a flyer at Soleil by the Head Start Christmas Tree. If you have questions, you ma contact Judy Weil at bobjudyweil@embarqmail.com
Please register for Art Classes by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and clicking on the Club Calendar or call (239) 985-1751. All classes must be prepaid. Participants cannot charge fees to their Town Center accounts.
Painting with Suzanne
Instructor: Suzanne Mikulka Thursdays 1:00-3:30pm Classes to be announced.
Arts & Crafts Projects
Instructor: Marge Saida Coming in January, February and March Card making, earrings and bracelets, floor cloths and table mats, wine bottle glass, serving spoons, forks and tongs for entertaining.
Woodshop Club Mondays 1:00-4:00pm A gathering of people with common interest to benefit from each other’s experiences in the Woodshop. Wood Pens, Bottle Stoppers and Cutting Boards Mondays starting in January Fee: $10-15 depending upon the project you choose Class offered to those who are interested in learning to make wood pens, bottle stoppers or cutting boards Instructor Doug Perry will help you through the process. If you have questions, you may contact Doug at (269) 277-9901 or email redrover321@comcast.net. Softball Practice Tuesdays at 2:00pm Contact Steve Foster for more information at (937) 423-5195. All are welcome! Ping Pong Table Play in the Sewing Room Please remember that guests of Residents, especially children under the age of 16, are not permitted in the Sewing Room without supervision. Dining Off Campus Bistro 41 at Bell Tower Shops Tuesday, December 18 at 6:00pm Happy hour from 3:00-6:00pm. This will be extended to the group at the tables. Look on the website for coupons www.bistro41.com. Please contact Linda Barrette at (239) 768-2483 or ljbar@comcast.net to make your reservation to attend. Ladies Luncheon No luncheon in December. The next Ladies Luncheon is scheduled for January 25, location TBA. You may RSVP to Adrianne Everhart via email at taceverhart@msn.com or call (239) 225-7586. Ladies Party Bridge Group Wednesdays at 1:00pm Magnolia Room A new social and fun group that plays contract party bridge. Regular and substitute players are welcome. Please contact CC Carpenter if you are interested in playing at (239) 791-8106 or email cdc68@aol.com. Looking for Ladies Poker Players to join our group on Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Card Room! Contact Harriet Herman by calling (239) 313-5772 or email harrietherman@gmail.com.
Sewing Pelicans
Mondays in the Sewing Studio 1:30-3:30pm The Sewing Pelicans meet all year long creating lap quilts, hats, bags and other items for charitable causes. All sewing levels are welcome to join. Fabric donations are always accepted!
Knit Wits
Wednesdays - 10:00am-12:00pm Fridays - 1:00-3:00pm Studio I If you are a knitter/crochet-er, join us! Come and share your knowledge, projects, and ideas. This is a super fun group of needle-ers! For more information, you may call Linda Chesney at (239) 768-2854 or Joan Blizzard at (952) 956-4656
Men’s Party Bridge Group Wednesday at 1:00pm in the Magnolia Room A social and fun men’s contract party bridge group. If you are interested in playing, please call Dave Carpenter (239) 791-8106 or email cdc68@aol.com.
Mah Jongg in the Card Room Fridays at 1:00pm and Tuesdays at 7:00pm Contact Harriet Herman for more information harrietherman@gmail.com, or call (239) 313-5772
No-Limit Texas Hold’Em Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Card Room. Contact Jim Richardson for more information.
Anyone interested in playing volleyball on Sundays at 6:00pm? Call Steve or Jan (715) 499-0331 or email bontzs@hotmail.com.
Nickel/Dime Couples Poker Group Looking for couples to join our friendly dealer’s choice, nickel/dime couples poker group the last Saturday of the month at 7:00pm in the Card Room. All are welcome. Contact Linda and Fred Tepper by calling (239) 768-9108 or email tepper@tepperware. net for more information.
Billiard Room Billiard Parlor - 9-ball Leagues Monday through Friday at 10:30am New players welcome. Sign up on the dry erase board in the Billiard Room.
Duplicate Bridge Thursdays at 7:00pm Contact Herb Freese at (239) 225-1198 or email pelican2004@comcast.net. Pelican Preserve Duplicate Bridge Every Monday 12:00pm free 45-minute lesson 12:45pm games begin Golf Club – Members Dining Room (all are welcome) $5 table fee Partnerships provided if needed. Reservations are requested and may be made by calling Mary Anne Geppert at (239) 768-2217 or email rgeppert64@comcast.net. Party Bridge Every Sunday at 7:00pm Looking for volunteers to coordinate Party Bridge. If you are interested in helping, please contact Terri Lollio by email at terrilollio@wcicommunities.com or call (239) 985-1749. Pinochle Club Mondays at 7:00pm in the Card Room Five tables are available. For more information contact John and Carolyn Smith via email at johnandcarolyn100@yahoo.com. Looking for Sheepshead Card Players Thursdays at 6:00pm Call Steve or Jan (715) 499-0331 or email bontzs@hotmail.com.
2012-2013 Hometown Gatherings Terri Lollio, Activities Director, is getting the seasonal calendar ready for the upcoming year. If you would like to host a gathering at the Town Center Promenade for those from your country, state, hometown or neighborhood, please email terrilollio@wcicommunities.com or call (239) 985-1749 to get your date on the calendar! Attention New Englanders We are looking for a volunteer to chair the New England social gathering. Please contact Terri Lollio by calling (239) 985-1749 or email terrilollio@wcicommunities.com if interested. Book Club Holiday Luncheon Monday, December 17 at 12:00pm Will be hosted at the home of Trisha Zuckerman (9318 Aviano Dr. #101) Bring a dish to pass. Please RSVP to tz1920@gmail.com or call (239) 288-6751. Book Club meets the second Monday of the month. A full list of the books for the 2012/2013 season can be found on the Pelican Preserve website under Social Clubs. If you have questions or would like to be added to the Book Club email list, please contact Trisha Zuckerman via email at tz1920@gmail.com or Trish Kyser at pnks47@comcast.net.
Town Center Hours of Operation Destinations Dinner Service Thursday & Saturday 5:00 - 8:00pm
Town Center - Directory Studio I Studio II
(239) 985-1691 (239) 985-1690
Card Room Woodshop Billiard Parlor
(239) 985-1797 (239) 985-1686 (239) 985-1796
Administration Joe Smith Debbie Bill Food & Beverage Michael Fallacara Joee Hauck Scott Ortiz Soleil Health & Fitness Terri Lollio Bob Green Carol Green Stacy Logue Golf Club Russell Clement David Startzel Seda Butler Chris Pilgrim Gee Gee DeLeon Security Gatehouse
General Manager Resident Services
Fitness Center Monday through Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm Saturday 8:00am -1:00pm Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm Frescos Poolside Dining Open for the season starting Tuesday, November 20 Tuesday through Sunday 11:00am-3:00pm Pelican Lounge - Computer Room Hours Monday and Tuesday 7:00am - 7:00pm Wednesday-Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm Sunday 7:00am - 5:00pm (239) 985-1780 (239) 985-1770
JoeSmith@wcicommunities.com DebbieBill@wcicommunities.com
Executive Chef (239) 985-1687 Banquet Manager (239) 985-1706 Director of Food & Beverage (239) 985-1734
MichaelFallacara@wcicommunities.com JoeeHauck@wcicommunities.com ScottOrtiz@wcicommunities.com
Fitness & Activities Director Director of Tennis Tennis Shop Merchandise Coordinator Club Communications
(239) 985-1749 (239) 985-1761 (239) 985-1762
TerriLollio@wcicommunities.com BobGreen@wcicommunities.com CarolGreen@wcicommunities.com
(239) 985-1755
StacyLogue@wcicommunities.com
Golf Course Superintendent Head Golf Professional Golf Shop Merchandise Coordinator Golf Membership Director Golf Member Services
(239) 985-1718 (239) 985-1703 (239) 985-1711
RussellClement@wcicommunities.com DavidStartzel@wcicommunities.com SedaButler@wcicommunities.com
(239) 985-1742 (239) 985-1647
ChrisPilgrim@wcicommunities.com GeegeeDeleon@wcicommunities.com
(239) 768-1121