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FEBRUARY ON THE WATER The transition from winter season often changes early in Southwest Florida. Spring will not officially arrive until mid-March, however on the water we are generally appreciating the change of seasons by early to mid-February. Lack of rain through the winter months plus cool water temperatures give us the clearest water of […]

Ale Tales And Lager Lore

There are some new developments in the Southwest Florida Craft Beer scene! Two closings, a new opening, and an alliance of breweries. And of course – Happy Valentine’s Day! Scotty’s Bier Works and Crazy Dingo both closed in late 2025 for a variety of reasons including transitions to new ownership, lease issues, and retirements. It […]

Notes From The Master Board

The season is in full swing and it’s time for some fun! We hope you are enjoying all that winter in SW Florida offers. Highlights • The second phase of the Lakes Project continues. Please respect all the staging areas and steer clear of active work zones. Getting the work done in the middle of […]

Poet’s Corner

I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by; And the wheel’s kick and the wind’s song and the white sail’s shaking, And a grey mist on the sea’s face, and a grey dawn […]

Continental Women’s Club

The Continental Women’s Club will welcome speakers from the Lee County Salvation Army to the monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, March 5. The Salvation Army has been serving Lee County since 1951 and is now approaching its 75th anniversary. The program will center around the extensive community services that this organization provides. The deadline to […]

Cross Creek Mah-Jongg

Come join the Mah-Jongg group on Mondays, starting on January 5, 2026 at 1 p.m. in the Cross Creek Clubhouse. All are welcome. If you want to learn to play, we will teach you. Call Jan Truesdell for information at (513) 254-0750.

Card News

BRIDGE WINNERS FRANK MARANTO Dec. 1 Nancy Kuehl and Pat Horschak     4840 Ynonne Mostowy and Karen Rice  3410 Paula Maranto and Tricia Sturm     2850 Dec. 8 Steve Little and Marty Lydecker     4280 Paula Maranto and Tricia Sturm     4110 Carol Richardson and Pat Horschak       3530 Ynonne Mostowy and Karen Rice           3050 Frank Maranto and Maryanne Harrell      […]

February Notes: A Month Of Love, Light And Little Luxuries

February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s rich with meaning. It’s a time to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy life’s little luxuries—whether that’s a shared meal, a heartfelt conversation, or a quiet moment of self-care. With Valentine’s Day at the heart of the month, love shows up in many forms. Beyond […]

VILLAGE NEWS

Dateline The Verandas Patio Party: The patio party is going strong, more people each week. It could be just a little warmer. Christmas Lights And Decorations: Many thanks to Jim Milliken and his helpers for taking down the decorations and storing away for another year. Dates To Remember In February: February 2, Groundhog Day; February […]