October Newsletter 2012
Event Highlights
Annual Halloween Party
The ZOMBIES are coming!
Wednesday, October 31 6:00-10:00pm Osprey Room at the Golf Club $ 21 inclusive per person Join us for a night of spooktacular fun! Word has it the ZOMBIES are invading Pelican Preserve and our Residents are their next victims. Entertainment provided by Resident ZOMBIE-DJ Bob Cox. Destinations will be closed for the evening.
Destinations Inaugural Dinner and a Movie Tuesday, October 23 Dinner at 6:00pm Following dinner - Movie “French Kiss” with Kevin Kline and Meg Ryan $ 24++ per person Get together with your friends for a three-course dinner including starter, choice of three entrees and dessert. Menu will be a French theme and more details will come as event date gets closer.
Oktoberfest
Wednesday, October 17 5:00-8:00pm Destinations and Promenade at the Town Center $ 21 inclusive per person Happy Hour drink prices Entertainment by Hot Topic from 6:00-8:00pm Menu to include:
Dinner rolls Tomato with fresh dill, fontina cheese and red onion. Arugula and spinach salad with cherry tomatoes, red onion and cucumber served with grape dressing. Potato pancakes with apple sauce Vegetable medley in a white wine and thyme butter sauce Pork schnitzel Smoked bratwurst with sauerkraut Fresh baked snapper topped with a mushroom, tarragon and white wine cream sauce Butter herb Yukon potatoes Mocha Mousse Cake Double Apple Layer Cake German Chocolate Cake Please note that Destinations will be closed this night.
Make your reservations for the above events by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and click on “Club Calendar” or by calling Soleil Health & Fitness at (239) 985-1751. When making online reservations for a group, please include all names of those attending in the “comments” section of the reservations page or select names in the Resident listing that appears on the right. When selecting names from the Resident listing on the right-side of the reservations page, a confirmation email will be sent to those in the party when the reservation is complete. Table request forms may be picked up at the Front Desk of Soleil. Please note that a regular Destinations happy hour menu will not be available.
Pelican Preserve would like to thank all of our yearround Residents for their continued support through the summer months and we welcome back our seasonal Residents. The staff at Pelican Preserve has been working hard through the summer months to plan another great season. Make sure you log in to the Members and/or Resident websites to update your contact information. The Administrative Office at the Town Center and Golf Club are automatically notified of any changes you make to your information online! Beginning in October, some of our hours of operation will be adjusted. Be sure to check the website for the most up-to-date operating schedule. Thank you to everyone who participated in our Patriot Golf Day. As a company WCI raised $17,666.40. By participating in Patriot Golf Day, golfers nationwide support the Folds of Honor Foundation which provides education scholarships for children and spouses of fallen and disabled military. Just a reminder that the 2011-2012 WCI Member Reward Program, exclusively for Golf Members of WCI Clubs, ends on October 31, 2012. Reward points must be redeemed by October 31, 2012, after which they shall have no value. This program was developed so that WCI Members received rewards from TaylorMade when bringing guests to golf at WCI courses. Upon check-in at the posted guest rate, the guest receives a complimentary sleeve of TaylorMade golf balls. The WCI Member will receive a rewards card to record the member guest rounds played at Pelican Preserve Golf Club, or other participating WCI Golf Courses. The Member receives points for each guest round played which are redeemed for TaylorMade merchandise. This has been a very popular program and a new 2012-2013 WCI Member Reward Program is in the works!
7th Annual Children’s Network Walk – Saturday, October 20 at Pelican Preserve Volunteers are needed to help with the event. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Terri Lollio via email at TerriLollio@ wcicommunities.com or call (239) 985-1749.
From the Administrative Office
Message from General Manager
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.
Friendly Reminders:
Pelican Preserve Website
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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.
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 the summer months please lower umbrellas at the Outdoor Pool after use to prevent damage during the summer storms.
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. • 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.
Don’t have email?
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.
Want to know what is happening in Pelican Preserve? There are now paper copies of all the Alliance and Town Center emails in a binder in the Pelican Lounge. Please leave binder in Lounge so all have access to the information.
Golf Shop 7:00am - 5:00pm Practice Facilities 7:15am-4:00pm (Mats on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) Dining Spoonbills - Golf Club Snack Shop 7:00am - 6:00pm Daily Full Menu Available: 9:00am - 3:00pm Loons Member Dining Loons Bar 11:00am-6:00pm Daily Food Service 11:00am-3:00pm Happy Hour 3:00-6:00pm Monday - Friday Friday Dinner Service 5:00-8:00pm Dinner service will not be available on October 19 due to a previously scheduled event.
Golf Club Update
GOLF CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION
Friday Night Theme Night - A Taste of Germany Friday, October 26 5:00-8:00pm $18++ Golf Members only. Reservations may be made by calling Geegee DeLeon at (239) 985-1795
Ladies Golf Association (LGA) Opening Day
Tuesday, October 2 7:30am – Continental Breakfast 8:30am – Shotgun start (18 holes) followed by a Buffet Lunch The day begins with a complimentary continental breakfast provided by WCI starting at 7:30am in Spoonbills. A buffet lunch will conclude the day. Sign-up sheets for opening day are located in the Ladies’ Locker Room. The Ladies’ Golf Association welcomes new Members to join the organization. Membership information can be obtained at the Golf Shop. The LGA has two days of scheduled play per week (Tuesday and Thursday). As a Member you have the opportunity to play either 9 or 18 holes of golf. The ladies have various events that will take place during our season. Being a Member is a great way to meet new golfers and enjoy the game. Contact Jessica Earl at (239) 245-8895 if you would like to be a part of the group.
Men’s Golf Association (MGA) Opening Day
Wednesday, October 3 7:30am – Continental Breakfast 8:30am – Shotgun start followed by Buffet Lunch Complimentary Continental Breakfast and Lunch provided by WCI. Sign-up sheets for Opening Day are located in the Men’s Locker Room.
9-Hole Golf Mixer Friday, October 12 2:00pm Shotgun
Sign-ups located in the Golf Club at the bulletin board across from the Fitness Center.
18-Hole Golf Mixer Sunday, October 21 1:30pm Shotgun
Sign-ups located in the Golf Club at the bulletin board across from the Fitness Center.
MGA Super Friday October 26 8:30am shotgun
Reciprocal Golf A list of Clubs participating in Pelican Preserve Golf Club’s Summer Reciprocal Program through October 31, 2012 is available in the Golf Shop and on the Pelican Preserve Members website. Please remember that all reservations at reciprocal Clubs must be made through Pelican Preserve’s Golf Shop at (239) 985-1707. All reciprocating Clubs have requested that our Members present their Pelican Preserve Membership ID cards upon arrival for any golf, sports, social and/or dining activities. Please feel free to contact us at the Club or refer to the Reciprocals page on the Member’s website if you have any questions regarding your reciprocal privileges.
Tennis Anyone? 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 – 11:00am 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 8:00 - 9:30am 2.5-3.0 Tuesday 9:30 - 11:00am 3.0-3.5 Friday 10:00 -11:30am 2.5-3.0 Pre-registration required for all clinics. A minimum of four per clinic. Cost is $12.00 per person to participate.
Tennis Hours of Operation
Tennis Boot Camp
7:00am-3:00pm Monday through Friday For questions or to register for tennis clinics, please call (239) 985-1761 or (239) 985-1762.
Tennis Stroke Analysis Clinics on hiatus until Fall.
Annual Tennis Court Maintenance will be performed on Saturday, October 20 and Sunday, October 21. Three courts will be available for play at all times. Please call Bob or Carol with any questions (239) 985-1761 or (239) 985-1762.
Fridays at 8:30am - $12 per person Work on cardiovascular fitness, agility, flexibility and functional strength training. See Carol or Bob for more information.
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.
Soleil Health & Fitness Fitness Center Schedule
Monday through Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm
October Group Exercise Schedule Time 8:00am
Monday Pilates Plus PB
8:30am 9:00am 10:00am
Total Body TL Fun & Fit TL Water Aerobics SL
11:00am 12:15pm
Yoga CH
1:00pm
Breathe, Stretch & Relax PB
Wednesday Pilates Plus PB
Total Body TL Step It Up TL Aqua Fun PLUS SL
*Yoga DG Interval Water Walking EM
Thursday Core Strength & Stretch CH Interval Overdrive PB *Yoga DG Water Walking CH
Friday Yogilates PB
Circuit EM Zumba PB Water Aerobics SL
Yoga CH First Step to Fitness CH
1:15pm 2:00pm
Tuesday Core Strength & Stretch CH Interval Overdrive EM
First Step to Fitness PB On The Ball PB
Aqua Stretch CH
Aqua Yogilates PB
**Line Dancing PB
All classes and times are subject to change. Please call Soleil if you have any questions at (239)985-1751.
First Step to Fitness
*Yoga
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
Punch Cards available at the following prices:
Class
**Line Dancing with Patti
Price Per Class - $10 5 Classes - $45 10 Classes - $80 20 Classes - $140 Monthly Unlimited Yoga - $50
Mondays at 2:00pm in the Group Exercise Room Fee: $3.00 per person Payment made directly to the instructor.
Stay Fit For Summer Inaugural Pelican 5K Run/Walk
Pelican Preserve Walks Again for Autism
To celebrate the accomplishments of the Residents participating in our Stay Fit For Summer Program, there will be an Inaugural Pelican 5K Run/Walk on Wednesday, October 10. All Residents at Pelican Preserve are invited and encouraged to sign-up whether you have participated in the program or not. Anyone who finishes the race will receive a ticket for a complimentary drink during Wild Wednesday at Destinations. Please call Soleil at 239-985-1751 to register for the event or log in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and click on the Club Calendar.
33 walkers will participate Saturday, October 13 to raise funds and awareness for Autism Speaks. Please show your support for the walkers by going to the team website at www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/swflorida/pelicanpreserve, select a walker and make a donation. Or make out a check for “Autism Speaks” and give it to the walker you wish to support. 67 children are diagnosed with autism every day. Autism Speaks is investing millions of dollars to fund research for the causes, treatments, prevention and cure. Please consider supporting this cause.
Wednesday, October 10 - 5:00pm start Town Center Promenade
Saturday, October 13 Estero Community Park
Soleil Spa
Pick up a spa menu of services at the Front Desk of Soleil!
Wellness Series Presentation A Life Without Knee Pain
Presented by Osteoarthritis Centers of America
Tuesday, October 16 at 3:00pm Town Center Theater Tired of knee pain? Learn about a safe, effective, non-surgical knee pain treatment and get back to the activities you enjoy doing. Register to attend by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and click on the Club Calendar or call Soleil at (239) 985-1751.
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, October 2 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.
Help support the American Diabetes Association by purchasing a raffle ticket for a fundraiser sponsored by “Divas Defeating Diabetes�. Our very own Administrative Assistant, Debbie Bill and her family, will be participating in the Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes in November. By purchasing a raffle ticket at Wild Wednesday (or before at Soleil Health and Fitness Center), you are eligible to win an Amish Quilt or an Amish Rocking Chair.
October Spa Special
Book and 1 hour facial and receive a complimentary paraffin hand treatment Discount expires October 31, 2012. 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.
Please Note: During the summer months we are asking those participants who wish to take Aqua Stretch, First Step to Fitness and Yogilates to sign up for classes. This will help the instructors and fellow participants plan for class or cancel due to people being out of town. See the Front Desk for details and to register!
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.
Guest Waiver Reminder: 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.
Equipment Sign Out: 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.
Changes to the Destinations menu will be coming in October! More information to come and rumor has it that those famous baby back ribs will be back for good!
Dinner Service : Thursday and Saturday - 4:30- 8:00pm Destination Happy Hour 5:00-8:00pm every Wednesday With Entertainment on the following dates: October 10: Bob Cox October 17: Oktoberfest Reservations necessary (see front cover for details) October 24: Tina Church Half-off drink prices and bar menu available.
Resident Appreciation Night Thursday, October 18 4:30-8:00pm All Residents receive 20% off their food bill during dinner. Drink specials will also be available. Reservations may be made by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and clicking “Online Dining Reservations” or call (239) 985-1688.
Popular Films, Recent Releases Movies showing at 7:00pm ONLY. The movie seating policy will be first-come, first serve only. The doors will open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Your Town Center Cards/Green Wristbands are required for admittance to the movies. Guests must be accompanied by Resident.
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
October 5 J. Edgar
Leonardo DiCaprio stars in this riveting biopic as J. Edgar Hoover, the longtime FBI director as notorious for his overzealous methods of law enforcement as for the rumors regarding his cross-dressing and close relationship with protégé Clyde Tolson. Rated R - For brief strong language - 137 minutes.
October 12 Tower Heist
When a group of workers at a ritzy Manhattan condo realize their boss has swindled them out of their pensions, they vow to reap their own justice. With the cooperation of the building manager, the group devises an ingenious plot to recover the funds. Rated PG-13 - For language and sexual content - 104 minutes.
October 19 Tinker, Taylor, Soldier, Spy
This gripping thriller about Cold War espionage follows an English spy as he returns to MI-6 under a cloud of suspicion. In the years since he was sacked by the agency, some suspect that he’s become an operative for the Soviet Union. Rated R - For violence, some sexuaity/nudity and language - 127 minutes
October 26 The Woman in Black
Dispatched by his boss to an isolated seaside village to tie up a recently deceased client’s affairs, a young London lawyer finds himself in a community grappling with dark secrets -- and a haunting presence with a sinister agenda. Rated PG-13 - For thematic material, violence and disturbing images - 95 minutes
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! Soleil Health and Fitness Center
(Class will be moved to Magnolia Room if additional space is needed)
Session I (Beginning Level): October 9, 16, 23, 30 Session II (Beginning Level): November 6, 13, 20, 27 6:30 - 8:00pm (first hour is instruction and final 1/2 hour is practice)
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. Additional sessions, as well as intermediate classes and private lessons, will be starting in January. 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.
Monthly Kayak Trips with GAEA Guides Friday, October 12 Mangrove Mazes of Matlacha Pass 10:00am-2:00pm $50 per person
Visit the Mangrove Mazes and Tunnels of Mathlacha Pass, “Nature’s Cathedrals.” Paddle through the water and see native birds, fish and critters in these mysterious tunnels including a chance to see the White Pelicans. Includes all equipment, and a Florida Master Naturalist as your guide. Meet at 4130 Pine Island Road. Reservations are necessary and can be made directly with GAEA Guides (239) 694-5513. (For a list of all Kayak trips please log in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website.)
Computer Classes with Paul Kielmeyer Every Tuesday starting this Fall Past classes have included Introduction to Windows, learning how to use the internet and email, Excel, etc. Courses are eight weeks long. Tuition is $15 per class. Space is limited so please email Terri Lollio for more information at terrilollio@wcicommunities.com.
Bankers Life and Casualty Company presents the New Florida Partnership Program Wednesday, October 24 2:00pm in the Theater
Join presenter Lisa Sarraf as she talks about the New Florida Partnership Program that helps Residents pay for long-term care and protect their assets along with this year’s changes to Medicare. Reserve your spot to attend by logging in to Pelican Preserve Residents website and clicking on the Club Calendar or call Soleil at (239) 985-1751.
Arts & Crafts 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 Each month Suzanne will instruct the making of a jar lid for the seasons. October 4 Halloween Jar Lid Fee: $15 - includes lid and jar October 11 No Class October 18 Tropical Fish - Part 1: Students will need a 16 x 20 canvas. Fee $10. October 25 Tropical Fish - Part 2: Fee $10 Coming in January: floor cloths, glass top table mats, place mats
Arts & Crafts Projects
Instructor: Marge Saida Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm Please register to attend by calling Soleil Health & Fitness 239-985-1751 or log onto the Pelican Preserve website. See the following individual projects for fees: October 3 - Earrings New styles - loops or multiple beads. Fee $10 + cost of kits. October 10 - Bracelets Using wires and beads. Fee $10 + cost of kits October 17 - Decorating Slumped Bottles Using beads and wire make your own design cheese board or relish dish. A variety of bottles available to purchase. Fee $10 + cost of materials.
Recreation & Social Clubs October 24 - Cork Trivets or Stone Coasters Please specify when signing up which project you would like to do. Fee $10 + cost of materials.
Calligraphy Class
Wednesday, October 3 and October 10 Learn to write in calligraphy just in time for the holidays. Watch for more information to come by email or call Soleil (239) 985-1751.
Intermediate Watercolor Painting
Instructor: Janet McCormack Classes will resume in November
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!
Website for Pelican Preserve Photography
The Camera Club created a blog for all Pelican Preserve Residents to post and comment on photos, share photography tips, ideas and websites. The website is available to all Pelican Preserve Residents interested in photography, regardless or your level of expertise at PelicanPreserveCameraClub. wordpress.com. Check it out!
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
Cristof ’s on McGregor - Tuesday, October 16 at 6:00pm Happy Hour 4:00-6:00pm 10231 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers Please contact Linda Barrette at (239) 768-2483 or ljbar@comcast.net.
Ladies Luncheon
Friday, October 26 at 11:30am Wisteria Tea Room 2512 Second St., Fort Myers Space limited to first 20 ladies to reserve a spot RSVP to Adrianne Everhart via email at taceverhart@msn.com or call (239) 225-7586.
Ladies Party Bridge Group
Wednesday at 1:00pm, Card Room A very informal group that will play social bridge throughout the summer and hopefully continue throughout the year. Regular and substitute players are welcome. Please contact Carol Carpenter if you are interested in playing (239) 791-8106.
Party Bridge
Sundays at 7:00pm Looking for volunteers to coordinate Party Bridge. If you are interested in helping out please contact Terri Lollio at terrilollio@wcicommunities. com or call (239) 985-1749.
Pinochle Club
Monday 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.
Anyone interested in playing volleyball? Sunday at 6:00pm Call Steve or Jan (715) 499-0331 or email bontzs@hotmail.com.
Looking for Ladies Poker Players to join our group!
Billiard Room
Looking for couple to join our friendly dealer’s choice, nickel/dime
Book Club
Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Card Room Contact Harriet Herman by calling (239) 313-5772 or email harrietherman@gmail.com.
Couples Poker Group the last Saturday of the Month at 7:00pm in the Card Room. All are welcome. Contact Linda and Fred Tepper (239)768-9108 or email tepper@tepperware.net
No-Limit Texas Hold’em
Back by popular demand starting Tuesday, October 16 at 7:00pm in the Card Room. Contact Jim Richardson for more information.
Duplicate Bridge
Thursdays at 7:00pm Contact Herb Freese at (239) 225-1198 or email pelican2004@comcast.net.
Billiard Parlor - 9-ball Leagues Monday/Wednesday/Friday at 12:30pm Tuesday/Thursday 9-ball league at 2:00pm New players welcome. Sign up on the dry erase board in the Billiard Room.
Meets the second Monday of the month during the summer at Book Club members’ homes at 12:00pm. Participants should bring a dish to share. RSVP is required. Monday, October 8: Half the Sky by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn 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 Geegee 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 Closed for the Season 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