Heritage Palms APR 2026

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Staying Connected

JANE BREISCH, EDITOR CVGOLFERS@GMAIL.COM

Volunteerism seems to be at the heart of Heritage Palms. Many thanks to the members who have spent endless hours this past year serving on our HP Committees. They were honored at a Volunteer Recognition event on March 3. Please see photos starting on page 10. Other members are Mentors (see Boys2Men photo essay on page 54). Others help raise money for local non-profits. WGA volunteers worked hard to create a successful Charity Event on February 18, raising over $30,000

just this year for the Dubin Center of Ft. Myers; the MGA raised over $17,000 this season for the Harry Chapin Food Bank; and the LNHGA has raised over $25,000 in the past three years for the Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School. From the inception of the Heritage Palms Charitable Organization through 2025, the HPCO has paid directly, or indirectly, approximately $100,000 to HP employees to address their extraordinary needs. Similarly, the Heritage Palms Veteran’s Association (HPVA), raised over $25,000 in last fall’s 10 th Annual HPVA Memorial Golf Tournament to help SWFL veterans in need. Lastly, The HPPA and HPTA raised over $10,000 for the Children’s Advocacy Center in their annual “Play It Forward” Charity Event this year. All HP members are to be commended for their continuing support! ***********

This BTP issue contains over 125 photos (38 alone from the Oasis/ Tiki soft opening!) and three flyers. This is only possible because of the change to a digital platform from a paper one. I know some of you miss the old newsprint copy

of BTP, however, the ability to offer 60+ pages of news “in season,” verses only eight pages, is a huge advantage.

I’m hoping you feel the same way, and are becoming more comfortable with navigating your way through an issue.

Speaking of navigation, please know there’s an option for you to download this issue (or any prior issue) as a PDF (Adobe) for viewing, rather than using a web browser for viewing. Simply click the downward arrow icon (#3 above) to download the magazine as a PDF on your laptop, iPad, or cell phone. The PDF version shows one page at a time (vs the two pages you see side by side “on line”). Plus, if you download the issue, you can print any page you like, and also store any current or prior issue on your laptop. It’s easypeasy! ***********

Should you have an article to submit for the May issue, my deadline is April 4. Post Cards are welcome! Please email to cvgolfers@gmail.com .

HP Welcomes New Owners

JANE BREISCH, COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE CHAIR

The Communications Committee held a New Owner Cocktail Reception on Tuesday, February 10. About 45 owners who purchased an HP property within the past year attended the reception, which highlighted member amenities and offerings. As these new residents enjoyed drinks and appetizers in the Palms Dining Room (provided by Larry German and his staff), they had an opportunity to visit a variety

of tables to ask questions about our community. In addition, they had a chance to meet fellow new owners, current Board members, and HP staff.

L-R: LIANNE & KIP KOBUSSEN, PATTI THOMSON, AND STEVE SAMWAYS.

L-R: RAY JEGLINSKI, SUE ZIOLS, BARBARA NYBO, AND THERESE & THOMAS DUBELBEIS.

L-R: FELICITY INGALL-GUEST, BRIAN MATTHEWS, MIKE WILLAMAN, AND DONNA & CLIFF KAZMIERCZAK.

L-R: TRACEY & MARK LAMBERTY, AND PAUL & DIANE SCHREINER.

L-R: COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE MEMBERS (L-R): JANE BREISCH, IVANA WALKER, MAGGIE DEBONIS, AND PAM GARVEY.

SEATED (L-R): KEVIN & AILEEN DOUGHERTY, AND BRUCE KIRKLAND.

STANDING (L-R): LAURIE RIVA, LINDA & TOM LUEHRING, JUDY KIRKLAND, JEANNIE & KURT WILL.

Committee Volunteers Recognized

JANE BREISCH, COMMUNICATIONS

COMMITTEE

CHAIR

Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much…. Helen Keller

HP residents who volunteered their skills and talents were recognized at the 8th annual HP Volunteer Recognition Event held Tuesday, March 3. The themed reception, “We Tip Our Hats to You,” was held in the Palms Dining Room from 5 to 7 p.m. Volunteers who serve on one or more of HP’s Standing Committees, which advise and assist the Board, were invited.

After GM Traci Irons Izzo thanked the members for their contributions, Maggie DeBonis, Communications Committee member, shared some trivia regarding volunteerism. The F & B staff manned food stations of delicious appetizers, and an open bar. Members enjoyed getting to know their fellow Committee members a little better.

Maggie led select Committee members in a short trivia contest. Thanks to Bob Kelly and Larry German for generously donating the prizes.

THE COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE CHAIRED THE EVENT.

STANDING (L-R): JANE BREISCH (CHAIR), SUSAN JUDGE, IVANA WALKER, GEORGE SMOTHERS (BOARD LIAISON), AND MAGGIE DEBONIS (CO-CHAIR).

SEATED (L-R): PAM GARVEY, MARY LOU REID, AND KEN SHANDELSON. NOT PICTURED: MARK CARTER.

FOR MORE PHOTOS SEE PAGE 62 OR CLICK HERE

The Oasis/Tiki Soft

JANE BREISCH, EDITOR

Over 1,000 HP members and guests stopped by for the “soft opening” of the Oasis/Tiki complex between February 28 and March 1. They enjoyed complimentary coffee, Danishes, and sweet treats from 9 to 11 a.m., and complimentary appetizers until 5:00 p.m. – all over a three-day period. The pool, bar, and bocce courts were also open. Rumor has it, there were $71,000+ in alcohol sales over those first three days.

It was wonderful to see members enjoying the ambience, and to hear positive comments on the beautiful facility after the completion of this long-awaited project.

MEMBERS GATHERING AT THE ENTRANCE AT 9 A.M. ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27.

Opening: A Huge Success

MEMBERS ENJOYING THE NEW VENUE.

FOR MORE PHOTOS SEE PAGE 66 OR CLICK HERE

Between the Numbers

The Numbers Behind the New Umbrellas

MARK CARTER, FINANCE COMMITTEE AND COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE MEMBER MARKBCARTER@MAC.COM

As of late February 2026, total U.S. national debt has surpassed $38.7 trillion. At the end of 2025, American household debt reached a record $18.8 trillion, including mortgages, auto loans, student loans, and credit cards. The average total consumer debt per household is approximately $105,056, with credit card debt, alone, hitting a record $1.28 trillion.

Those are big numbers. The kind that makes you want to sit down—even if you’re already sitting down.

An old friend once joked that he was a proud American because he was in debt up to his eyeballs.

That national backdrop may help explain why I’ve heard so many questions lately about our projects, cost overruns, and whether Heritage Palms itself is in debt. It comes with the territory in a community like ours - where many residents are careful with their spending, think twice about carrying a credit card balance, and still manage to tip the staff generously. We may debate pickleball line calls, but we take financial stewardship seriously.

As Adam Smith once said, “What can be added to the happiness of a man who is in health, out of debt, and has a clear conscience?” Around here, we might add: and holding a decent tee time.

So, let’s talk about projects and debt. The key question is simple: “Is Heritage Palms in debt?” To answer that, we need to look at what has happened over the past several years.

Over the last decade, the Club has made significant facility improvements. The Clubhouse was renovated, a new Activity Center was opened, the golf courses were updated, and the Oasis/Tiki project was recently completed. None of that happens with spare change found in the sofa cushions. It takes real money, and the following table shows how much was required.

Umbrellas

Please note that the final cost of the Oasis/ Tiki project will not be known at the time of publication. (Yes, I know - that sentence makes accountants and engineers equally nervous.)

These investments have more than doubled the Club’s total assets since 2017. That represents a substantial commitment - and a valuable upgrade to our community. We didn’t just repaint a few walls; we meaningfully enhanced the place we call home.

So how are we paying for these new amenities? As everyone knows, the membership approved three separate special assessments, as shown below. In other words, this wasn’t done quietly in the back office. The membership voted, and the membership is funding it.

If total project costs are $24.2 million and the special assessments generate $20.8 million, doesn’t that leave a shortfall? Yes, it does. However, the Club has additional sources of cash to bridge the gap. Those sources are outlined below. (No bake sales required.)

One important point about Table 3: it reflects available sources as of December 31, 2025. The Club will continue to receive resale capital contributions in 2026 and in future years. In addition, it is likely that some operating surplus funds will be allocated to the projects. This is especially relevant because the final Oasis/Tiki cost has not yet been determined and may exceed initial estimates. Construction projects and original budgets are not always close friends.

The bottom line is this: The membership is funding these projects at the level required. Combined with other available sources, those funds are sufficient to pay for these new amenities. Now, back to the question of debt.

Note 8 to the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2025 (available on our HP website), discloses that the Club has a $10 million loan commitment from a bank. This is more appropriately known as a “Line of Credit” which is like a Home Equity Line of Credit. It’s secured by the Club’s special assessments and its initiation, transfer, and estoppel fees. The interest rate is the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus 1.9%, which currently equates to approximately 5.6% to 5.7%. Not giveaway money - but also not payday-loan territory.

This financing arrangement was put in place to manage cash flow. So far, the Club draws on the Line of Credit during the late summer and fall and repays those draws during December as Master Dues and Assessments arrive in the bank account. As of December 31, 2026, there is no balance on the Line of Credit. In other words, the line of credit is there if needed - but it’s not being used as a lifestyle choice.

So, what does all this mean?

In my judgment, it means the Club has a thoughtful and disciplined financing plan for these important projects. We are each paying our share annually - as we should - but we were not asked to write a single $15,000 check upfront. I suspect that would have caused more heartburn than Taco Tuesday.

Instead, the costs are being managed prudently, spread over time, and supported by a financing structure at a reasonable interest rate. The line of credit is there as a cash- flow tool - not as a sign that we’re living beyond our means.

In other words, Heritage Palms is not “in debt up to its eyeballs.” We have invested in our community, planned carefully for how to pay for it, and positioned ourselves to enjoy the improvements without financial drama.

That’s not flashy. It’s not exciting. But from a number’s standpoint - and for those of us who sleep better knowing the bills are covered - that’s exactly how it should be.

Independence for Life

LISA SCHNECK, WELLNESS & ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR LSCHNECK@HPGCC.COM

Independence Is Built, Not Given

Most people say they want to “stay independent as they age.” But independence is rarely something we suddenly gain or lose overnight. More often, it is built quietly over time through small, everyday capabilities: standing up from a chair without using your hands, catching your balance when you trip on a curb, reaching overhead without strain, or confidently navigating stairs and uneven ground.

These are the kinds of abilities we rarely think about - until they begin to feel harder. These seemingly simple actions rely on complex systems in the body, and the encouraging news is that many of them remain trainable throughout life.

For much of modern history, healthcare has focused on what happens after something goes wrong. We wait for pain, injury, illness, or decline - and then we seek treatment. When those treatments are available, they can be remarkable. Modern medicine saves lives every day.

But there is another side of the equation that is just as important: the role of everyday lifestyle in shaping our health trajectory long before a diagnosis appears.

Healthcare and lifestyle are not competing forces. They work best when they work together. Doctors, medications, and medical procedures are powerful tools for treating disease and managing complex conditions. But the foundation that determines how resilient our bodies are - how well we move, recover, adapt, and remain independent - comes largely from the choices and habits that happen outside the clinic. In other words, much of our long-term health is shaped, not only by what happens in a hospital, but by what happens in our kitchens, living rooms, neighborhoods, and daily routines.

This is where personal agency comes into the picture.

Agency means recognizing that, while we cannot control everything about our health, we influence far more than we often realize. Our bodies constantly respond to the signals we give them: movement, nutrition, sleep, social engagement, stress management, and mental outlook.

Everyday actions send powerful biological messages.

Move regularly, and the body strengthens muscle fibers, reinforces balance pathways, and sharpens the neurological circuits that keep us stable and coordinated. Challenge your balance or vary movement patterns, and the brain updates its internal maps of the body and environment.

Maintain muscle and mobility, and you preserve the ability to rise from a chair, reach overhead, carry groceries, and navigate uneven ground safely.

These abilities may seem small— but they are the building blocks of independence.

Researchers often refer to this as functional capacity: the ability to handle the physical demands of everyday life without assistance. Walking confidently, climbing stairs, maintaining balance, recovering from a stumble, and moving comfortably through the world.

Encouragingly, these systems remain trainable throughout life. The brain and body maintain a remarkable ability to adapt. Balance can improve. Strength can increase. Coordination can sharpen. Even in later decades of life, the body continues responding to the signals it receives.

What matters most is not extreme workouts or athletic performance. It is consistent engagement with functional movement - the types of actions that mirror the tasks we rely on every day. Standing up and sitting down with control. Reaching and rotating. Stepping in different directions. Maintaining posture and stability. Navigating uneven surfaces.

These abilities rely on several important systems working together:

These systems operate quietly in the background, yet they play a vital role in maintaining confidence and independence in everyday life.

The good news is that they respond extremely well to training - especially when we incorporate small functional challenges into daily routines.

Lifestyle habits and healthcare work best as partners. Medical care addresses disease and injury when they occur, while lifestyle habits build the resilience that helps prevent decline and maintain quality of life.

It’s not about perfection or dramatic change. Often the most powerful approach is simply stacking small functional habits into everyday life— gradually strengthening the systems that support stability, movement, and confidence.

Over time, those signals accumulate. Strength builds. Balance improves. Movement becomes easier. Independence, in many ways, is not a matter of luck. It’s something that can be trained, supported, and protected.

For those interested in exploring these ideas further, we will take a deeper look at the science of functional movement, balance, and everyday resilience

during the April 23 Wellness event: Independence and Function: Building Everyday Resilience . Come learn how everyday movement, awareness, and habit-building can help support resilience and independence for years to come. See below flyer for details.

A Day of Health & Wellness

KAREN JENSEN, FITNESS & WELLNESS COMMITTEE CHAIR PHOTOS BY STASIA ARCARESE

The annual Health & Wellness Fair held March 3 proved to be another great success! With over 30 exhibitors representing all different areas of the healthcare continuum, there was something for everyone.

The balance, posture, blood pressure, and hearing screenings were well attended, as were CPR, acupuncture, and chair massages which were new to this year’s event.

The 175+ attendees were given plenty of information on ways to stay healthy and the resources available to age gracefully.

A special thank you to our Lee Health liaison, Molly Grubbs, for her help in making this event a huge success.

Congratulations to all those who won a chance drawing prize!

The Benefits of Full Body LED Light Therapy

Full body LED light therapy—also known as photobiomodulation or red light therapy— is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to support healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall wellness. Once limited to clinical settings, this technology is now widely available in wellness centers, gyms, and even at home. As research continues to grow, so does interest in the wide-ranging benefits of full body LED light therapy.

What Is Full Body LED Light Therapy?

LED (light-emitting diode) therapy uses low-level wavelengths of red and nearinfrared light to penetrate the skin and stimulate cellular activity. Unlike UV light, which can damage the skin, red and nearinfrared light are considered safe and do not cause burns when used appropriately.

Full body systems typically consist of large panels or light beds that allow users to expose most or all of their body at once, maximizing systemic effects rather than targeting a single area.

1. Enhanced Cellular Energy Production

One of the primary mechanisms behind LED light therapy is its effect on mitochondria—the “power plants” of our cells. Red and near-infrared light stimulate the production of adenosine triphosphate

(ATP), the molecule responsible for cellular energy. Higher ATP production supports faster cell repair, improved tissue regeneration, and enhanced overall cellular function.

This boost in cellular energy is the foundation for many of the therapy’s reported benefits.

2. Reduced Inflammation and Pain Relief

Inflammation is a key factor in many chronic conditions, including joint pain, muscle soreness, and autoimmune disorders. Full body LED light therapy has been shown to:

• Reduce inflammatory markers

• Improve circulation

• Accelerate recovery from injury

Athletes frequently use full body light therapy to reduce muscle soreness after intense workouts and to speed up recovery times. Individuals with arthritis or chronic pain conditions may also experience decreased stiffness and improved mobility.

3. Improved Skin Health

Red light therapy is widely known for its cosmetic benefits. By stimulating collagen and elastin production, it can help:

• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles

• Improve skin tone and texture

• Minimize acne and acne scarring

• Support wound healing

Full body exposure allows for comprehensive skin rejuvenation, making it popular in anti-aging and aesthetic wellness programs.

4. Faster Muscle Recovery and Performance Support

Because full body LED light therapy enhances circulation and ATP production, it supports muscle repair at a deeper level. Many professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts use it to:

• Shorten recovery time between workouts

• Reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)

• Enhance endurance and performance

When muscles recover more efficiently, overall performance and training consistency can improve.

5. Enhanced Mood and Sleep Quality

Emerging research suggests that red and near-infrared light exposure may positively influence mood and sleep patterns. By reducing inflammation and supporting cellular health, light therapy may help regulate circadian rhythms and promote relaxation.

Some users report:

• Improved sleep quality

• Reduced stress levels

• Enhanced mental clarity

While more large-scale studies are needed, early findings are promising.

6. Support for Circulation and Healing

Full body LED light therapy promotes vasodilation—the widening of blood vessels—which enhances blood flow and oxygen delivery throughout the body. Improved circulation supports:

• Faster wound healing

• Reduced swelling

• Better nutrient delivery to tissues

This systemic effect is one of the advantages of full body treatment over smaller, localized devices.

Safety and Considerations

LED light therapy is generally considered safe when used as directed. It is non-invasive, painless, and does not require downtime. However, individuals with certain medical conditions, those taking light-sensitive medications, or those who are pregnant should consult a healthcare provider before beginning treatment.

Consistency is key. Most protocols recommend multiple sessions per week over several weeks to achieve noticeable results.

Where to Get Full Body LED Therapy in Southwest Florida

LED light therapy is offered in a few niche med spas and wellness centers around Southwest Florida, including select locations at Massage Envy. Prices can range anywhere from $30 - $85 per

treatment at most facilities, which can add up quickly when you are going twice per week; however, Massage Envy offers an unlimited use package for $100 per month, making this great service affordable to almost anyone. Massage Envy utilizes the Lightstim Full body LED bed, which is the only full body led bed cleared by the FDA for treatment of chronic pain and inflammation.

Conclusion

Full body LED light therapy offers a range of potential benefits—from enhanced cellular energy and reduced inflammation to improved skin health, faster muscle recovery, and better overall wellness. While ongoing research continues to explore its full capabilities, current evidence and user experiences suggest it is a promising, low-risk option for those seeking a non-invasive way to support whole-body health.

As with any wellness treatment, results may vary, but for many individuals, full body LED light therapy has become a valuable addition to their health and recovery routine.

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HPPA News

BILL FECHTER, HPPA PRESIDENT BILL@THEFECHTERS.COM

HPPA held its Men’s and Women’s Tournament on February 21.

• Winners of the Men’s 3.5 + level were Leif Fry and Greg Jurasovich, and second place went to Larry Gutting and Bill Fechter.

• Winner of the Women’s 3.5 + level was Linda Jurasovich, and second place went to Susan Roberts.

WOMEN’S 3.5 LEVEL INTERCLUB MATCH PLAYERS.

• Winner of the Women’s 3.0 + level was Barb Lipinski, and second place went to Sue Haen.

On February 28 HPPA held its first Interclub match against Somerset/Plantation. It was a huge success! We look forward

WOMEN’S 3.0 LEVEL INTERCLUB MATCH PLAYERS.

to participating in more matches as our organization continues to grow. We utilized all six of our courts for the match, as we shuttled players back and forth between the courts on golf carts. The courts were packed with fans from both Clubs cheering their teams on.

We had 12 men and 12 women participate in three different competitive levels of play. HPPA men won 17 of 24 games in their matches, and the HPPA women won 6 of 24 games in their matches. We had a follow up match on March 14 at Somerset/Plantation.

Our guests from Somerset/Plantation had nothing but great things to say about our facilities and our community.

Read On…

MEN’S 3.0 LEVEL INTERCLUB MATCH PLAYERS.

KAREN HARRIS HERITAGEPALMSBOOKCLUB@GMAIL.COM

The HP Book Club will meet on Friday, April 17, at 2:30 p.m. in the Activity Center to discuss The Mango Tree by Annabelle Tometich. In this poignant and entertaining memoir about growing up as a mixed-race Filipina in Florida, this medical student drop-out turned food critic reckons with her father’s untimely death, her mother’s yearning for the country left behind, and her own journey in the pursuit of belonging. One reviewer wrote that the book is “a powerful story providing full circle life lessons on the complexity of family, self-acceptance, discovery and healing.” Patrice Carroll will lead the discussion.

Club meetings are open to all residents who read the book. If you wish to be added to the HP Book Club mailing list, please email me.

The Strange History of the Easter Bunny

COMPILED FROM HISTORY FACTS

BY JANE BREISCH, EDITOR

Easter, known in the Christian faith as Resurrection Sunday, is a religious holiday that commemorates when Jesus Christ rose from the dead. According to the New Testament, the resurrection occurred on the third day after Jesus’ crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary.

Fast-forward to the present day, and we find people celebrating this miraculous event by searching for hidden colorful eggs and consuming copious amounts of chocolate, all of it enabled by a fluffy rabbit — not exactly what you would associate with the events following the crucifixion.

The rabbit’s involvement, in particular, is somewhat baffling. The Bible certainly doesn’t mention any rabbits in association with Jesus’ resurrection, Holy Week (the last week of Lent), or Easter. So where did the Easter Bunny come from? Historians still aren’t entirely sure, but there are some clues as to the origins.

The Easter Bunny’s Ancient Origins

Rabbits and hares have been perceived as sacred for millennia by civilizations across the globe. They were venerated in Celtic

mythology, they appear in the fables of Central African societies, and they are portrayed as cunning tricksters in the myths of Indigenous tribes in North America.

Then there’s the intriguing “three hares” symbol, an enigmatic representation of three hares running in an endless loop, which has been discovered in numerous cultures across the globe, from the United Kingdom to China. How any of this might connect with Easter is difficult to say, but we do know that the rabbit has a long history of symbolic usage, and is commonly associated with fertility. Rabbits, after all, are well known for their ability to reproduce at impressive ratessomething the philosopher Aristotle noted way back in the fourth century BC.

By the medieval and Renaissance periods, rabbits had become well established as symbols of reproduction in European art. So, while we don’t know precisely when the rabbit became involved with Easter, we do know that it had a symbolic connection with birth, and therefore rebirth — or resurrection.

Happy Easter!!

Buckeyes Celebrate

KAREN JENSEN

The 2026 Ohio Party was held on February 15 and was a great success! With over 80 attendees, we had a great time with Ohio trivia, a mascot game, raffles, and of course, a great dinner from the Club, followed by ice cream and buckeyes!

A highlight this year was the basket raffle of all things Ohio, including Buckeye vodka made in Columbus, an Ohio cutting board, Montgomery Inn barbecue sauce from Cincinnati, and Stadium mustard from Cleveland - as well as a number of other items.

OHIO PARTY COMMITTEE (L-R): DAVE CONOVER, MENDY HOLLINGSHEAD, KATHY HAAN-HALL, KAREN JENSEN, BARB ALLMAN, DIANE JANSEN, ANN CONOVER, CAROL PODBESEK, SANDY COX, & JOHN KOCHER.

L-R: BILL & RAMONA PERRIE, AND DEBI & BRYAN GRIFFIN.

Our newest HP members (two weeks) were Bryan & Debi Griffin from Tallmadge, OH. Our longest HP members (28 years), Bill & Ramona Perrie, happen to be also be from the same town of Tallmadge!

BASKET RAFFLE OF ALL THINGS OHIO.

The committee did a great job planning a fun evening! We’re looking forward to 2027!

Cheeseheads Celebrate

FROM MIKE SCHMIDLKOFER

ONCE AGAIN,

AGAIN, WE HELD OUR HP WISCONSIN STATE PARTY ON FEBRUARY 16. WE HAD FAMOUS WISCONSIN FOOD AND BEVERAGES, AS WELL AS A DOOR PRIZE RAFFLE

HP Post Cards

From Denise Allis : Country themed day at our February 3 Line Dancing class.

L TO R: LINDA CAGLIARI’S SISTER, DENISE ROD, LINDA CAGLIARI, BOBBY FASH, DENISE ALLIS, SHARON RYCZEK, ELLEN SHEMANIK, LEA LAZAR, NOREEN KUBINSKI, LORI KWIATKOWSKI, CHRIS CARLSON, AND PATTY HOLMES.

From Mike McCarthy:

The “Puttmen” are out on the practice putting greens every Wednesday and Friday participating in their “putting for quarters” game. Regardless of the weather, we’ve had anywhere from eight - eighteen people show up to putt, with some excellent putting demonstrated by everyone.

Country themed day

day again at our February 7 Line Dancing class.

MARILYN GUINN, ROBERTA FOX, ELLEN SHEMANIK, O’CONNELL, KAREN GACK, DENISE ROD, SUSAN STACK, BAKER, DENISE ALLIS, LEA LAZAR, BRYAN GRIFFIN,  CARLSON, DEBRA GRIFFIN, ANN GOHEL, KELLY VECERE, AND GAILE SHEEHAN.

From Clark Broden: I attended both the Twins and Red Sox spring training in February.

RED SOX MANAGER

ALEX CORA (L) AND FIRST BASE COACH JOSE FLORES (R) ASSESSING INFIELD PRACTICE.

PICTURED WITH THE MIGHTY MUSSELS MASCOT.

TWINS PITCHER TRAVIS ADAMS IN ACTION.

From Tanja Fischer : On Saturday, March 7, I scored an eagle on Sabal #16 from the red tees. I was 120 yards out, and used a 6 iron. I heard it hit the pin, but I wasn’t sure where it ended up. Ingo promptly said “that went in” … so I was hopeful. This was my second eagle at HP. My first was on Royal #11 in 2019.

From Denise Allis: On February 28, our line dancing class performed to the 80’s era Addicted to Love by Robert Palmer.

Annette’s Book Nook Resupplied… Again

JANE BREISCH, HP LIBRARY CHAIR

Our HP Library has collected some 8,000 older books and puzzles for Annette’s Book Nook on Fort Myers Beach since Ian ravished the store some four years ago. These donations enabled Annette to re-open her used book store in October, 2024. A number of HP members helped in that effort, as well as in delivering books to her location.

Annette came to HP in February to once again replenish her used book supply. These donations are made possible by our many members who continually bring their gently used books to our library for all members to enjoy. Many thanks!

ANNETTE STILLSON AND THE MANY RECENTLY DONATED BOOKS AND PUZZLES.

Blankets of Love

SHIRLEY BRAKE MASSBRAKES@GMAIL.COM

The Gatlin show, a fund-raising event for the Heritage Palms Veterans Association (HPVA), was held Friday, February 6. Prior to the show, Michael Brake, HPVA Commander, presented two patriotic quilts to United States Army veterans, Dan Barden

and Bud Jason, in appreciation of their military service, as well as their service in the HPVA since its inception. These quilts were made by our HP Blankets of Love group.

From The Pro Shop

BOB KELLY, DIRECTOR OF GOLF BKELLY@HPGC.COM

Hello from the golf shop. It’s been a busy golf season with a full schedule of Club and League events that started last November. Weather was a challenge this year, with a colder than normal pattern. Big thanks to Greg Kriesch and his staff for giving us consistently great playing conditions. They have done a difficult job of maintaining our courses while working around 500+ rounds played daily. We genuinely appreciate all their efforts.

There is still time to sign up for the Men’s & Ladies’ Club Championship/ President’s cup on April 11 and 12. Check with the Golf Shop for more details.

We’re working on the summer Reciprocal Club list, which should be completed by the end of April. The summer Reciprocal program runs May 1st through October 31st.

The normal credit book expiration policy is in effect. Any pro shop credit won in events prior to April 1, 2026, must be spent by April 30, 2026. Any credit won April 1 and on will carry over to next season.

The Royal course is scheduled for the first summer closure on May 11. With the Sabal Bunker Renovation Project happening this year, our summer closure schedule will be a little different. At this time, we plan to have Royal closed for 11 weeks, and then switching to a Sabal closure for the remainder of the summer.

If the weather allows, and the project stays on schedule, we are shooting for October 12 to have both courses open for play.

Starting Saturday May 2, we’ll go to our summer schedule of 8 a.m. shotgun starts on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, with straight tee time the other days of the week.

Again, this year, we’ll be hosting the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour on May 2 and 3. Some of the best junior golfers in the country will be competing in a 36-hole event on the Royal course. HP will also be hosting two FSGA events this summer in June and September. These one-day events are open to all HP members with a registered GHIN number in our system. You can go to FSGA.ORG to register for these events.

Safe travel to all who are heading north, and we hope everyone has a great summer with family and friends!

WGA News

TERRI ANDERSON, WGA PRESIDENT THEHRLADYSYRACUSE@GMAIL.COM

February 18 was the 20th annual WGA charity event which raised over $30,000 to benefit the Dubin Center. The center provides education, support services, and respite/social opportunities for caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s and dementia related diseases. Over the past three years, the WGA has donated over $104,000 to the Dubin Center to help them expand services, outreach efforts, and programming.

We’re so grateful to the entire Heritage Palms community for supporting this event through generous donations and the purchase of raffle tickets. Our lucky raffle winners were:

• Wine Barrel Raffle Winner - Julia Whitney

• Booze Barrel Winner - Richard Simpson

• Bourbon Raffle (Grand Prize) WinnerMary Greip

SELLING RAFFLE TICKETS FOR THE BOURBON BARREL ARE (L-R): KITTY JEDD, SARA CRIGER, TERRI ANDERSON, AND TERRY HOULLE.

Our other bourbon raffle winners are listed on the poster in the Clubhouse lobby and on the WGA website.

Special thanks to Kitty Jedd (booze barrel), and Terry Hoelle (bourbon basket), for soliciting donations and coordinating ticket sales for these raffles. Hole sponsorships, solicited by Lisa Patterson, and “Lucky Bundles” made by Mary Pat Urbanik, added significantly to our total revenue. 220 golfers donated through their event registration and bundle purchases.

This season’s league play continues through April 29. Our awards presentation and final social event is April 7. New officers for the 2026-27 season will be also be installed at that time. We look forward to another great season beginning in November! Happy golfing all!

SELLING “LUCKY BUNDLES” ON FEBRUARY 18 ARE (L-R): GEORGETTA MCCABE, MARY PAT URBANIK, BRIGITTE STEPANSKI, AND JEAN TOLEVICH.

MGA News

ANDY WHITE, MGA SECRETARY AGTCAWHITE@ROGERS.COM

This is the final month of the MGA season and it is still full of events. This month brings:

• April 2: Pick your own Foursome Scramble (mixed tees)

• April 9: Member/Guest. Alternate game: 2 Best balls of 4

• April 16: 1 best ball holes 1-6, 2 best balls holes 7-12, 3 best balls holes 13-18.

• April 23: Team Skins

• April 30: Team Nassau

The MGA membership this year totaled 660 men, an additional 21 over the previous year. The tee breakdown:

• White Tees -210 (32%)

• Silver Tees -185 (28%)

• Gold Tees - 265 (40%)

The generous support of our membership has raised over $17,000 for the Harry Chapin Food Bank this year.

The MGA Board would like to thank Bob Kelly for his patient guidance and expertise in organizing and operating the MGA league. We thank John Osbrink for his excellent management of our huge Men’s Day events. Also, a big thanks to the entire Golf Operations staff for getting us in and out of each event. Recognition must also be given to the outstanding work Larry German and his entire F & B staff did with all the luncheons and Happy Hours that they provided.

As always, the success of the MGA season is credited to the membership. Your participation, cooperation, and support make this a very successful league.

We wish all members and staff a safe and happy summer. We look forward to another great season next year.

Ace Faces

STEVE WHELAN

February 12, 2026

# 14 Sabal

130 yards

9 iron

This is Steve’s 4th hole-inone, but his 1st at HP!

RAY MILLER

February 19, 2026

# 14 Royal

170 yards

4 hybrid

This is Ray’s 1st hole-inone!

DICK FULLER

February 19, 2026

# 6 Sabal

159 yards

8 Iron

This is Dick’s 4th hole-inone, but his 1st at HP!

JANE JONES

February 25, 2026

# 3 Sabal

114 yards

7 hybrid

This is Jane’s 2nd hole-inone, but her 1st at HP! Her other HIO was at Babcock National a few years ago.

DOUG DEAN

February 27, 2026

# 3 Royal 139 yards

6 hybrid

This is Doug’s 2nd holein-one, but his 1st at HP!

JIMMY JOHNSTON

February 28, 2026

# 3 Sabal

159 yards

Driver

This is Jimmy’s 5th holein-one, and his 3rd at HP! He had THREE in 2015: on #3 and #12 Royal, and one at the Mission Inn. His last HIO was at Copperleaf in 2022.

NETTIE SCHMITZ

March 7, 2026

# 14 Royal 128 yards

5 hybrid

This is Nettie’s 1st holein-one!

LNHGA Holds ‘80s Dance Party and Continues

JUDY KENT, LNHGA PRESIDENT PHOTOS BY STASIA ARCARESE

The LNHGA’s February ‘80s Dance Party brought a burst of neon energy and heartfelt camaraderie to the community, with members gathering for a night filled with music, laughter, and dancing simply for the fun of it. Set against a backdrop of leg warmers, dazzling sequins, and wild ‘80s -inspired outfits, the event radiated fun from start to finish.

Paul Grover, performing as the ever-popular No Eileen, kept the dance floor alive all night, spinning classics that had everyone moving and grooving. The party’s highlight was a lively dance-off that included a spirited, expectant mom - her moves proving that nothing could stop the ‘80s vibe! Attendees embraced the theme with creative costumes, channeling everything we remember from that era. From big hair to big hearts, our ‘80s Dance Party was a night to remember, celebrating the power of community, friendship, and a little retro flair.

While the dance was all about enjoyment and nostalgia, the LNHGA continues to show its dedication to community service in other ways. This year, the league’s charitable focus was on supporting Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School, rallying members to contribute $8,450 in cash, $1,550 in gift cards, and essential underwear and hygiene items. Over the past three years,

the league has donated over $23,000 and over $2,500 in gift cards. This has provided ongoing support to the school, helping underprivileged students participate in field trips, enjoy music programs, and receive the supplies they need to thrive.

Continues Community Support

SEATED (L-R): LORI KWIATKOWSKI AND KIM FRANCZEK. STANDING (L-R): DIANE HANSON AND FAITH BRENAN.

This outpouring of support wouldn’t happen without dedicated leaders. Special thanks go to event co-chairs Sue Nink and Julia Pucel, whose passion and hard work made the evening a success. The kindness of all who donated, whether funds, gift cards, or much-needed supplies, showed the true spirit of the league and its commitment to giving back.

Our calendar was also packed with exciting league events. The Individual Championship teed off on February 25 and March 4, with winners set to be honored at the End of Season Celebration on March 30.

Finally, a round of applause goes to Christy Smith for her outstanding hole-in-one on January 28! Her achievement has earned her a spot on the locker room plaque - a well-deserved recognition for an unforgettable shot.

Do You Know the Rules?

DAVE KRAFT

DKRAFT_SR@YAHOO.COM

There are four different times when you are allowed, without penalty, to lift your ball and not clean it. Do you know these four different times?

To see if the ball is cut or cracked.

Rule 4.2c Ball Becomes Cut or Cracked While Playing Hole

If a player reasonably believes that their ball has become cut or cracked during the hole being played :

• The Player may lift the ball to look at it, but:

• The spot of the ball must first be marked, and the ball must not be cleaned (except on the putting green).

To identify the ball.

Rule 7.3 If a ball might be a player’s ball but cannot be identified as it lies:

• The player may lift the ball to identify it (including by rotating it), but:

• The spot of the ball must first be marked, and the ball must not be cleaned more than needed to identify it ( except on the putting green).

Because the ball interferes with play.

Rule 15.3b When Relief is Allowed from Interfering Ball.

If a player reasonably believes that another player’s ball anywhere on the course might interfere with the player’s own play:

• The player may require the other player to mark the spot and lift the ball, and the ball must not be cleaned ( except when lifted from the putting green).

To see if the ball lies in a condition where relief is allowed.

Rule 16.4 If a player reasonably believes that their ball lies in a condition where free relief is allowed, but cannot decide that without lifting the ball.

• The player may lift the ball to see if relief is allowed, but

• The spot of the ball must first be marked, and the lifted ball must not be cleaned (except on the putting green).

Penalty - For cleaning a ball when not allowed or not marking the ball before lifting it:

The player gets one penalty stroke if they did not mark the spot of the ball before lifting it, or cleans the lifted ball when not allowed.

Here is this month’s golf etiquette tip: After leaving a bunker that is around the green, please knock the sand off your shoes before stepping onto the green.

LNHGA Journey to Oz February 11 Luncheon

JOURNEY TO OZ LUNCHEON COMMITTEE (L-R): KELLIE CARTER, BONNIE BEATTY, PAULA HYRE, KARLA SCHARRET, AND JUDY GEPHART.

ROSEMARY

RAY V. POTTORF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BAND.

ALL PHOTOS BY STASIA ARCARESE.

The Top 4 Reasons for the “Stop and Chat” at HP

ANDREW WEINER WEINER@UKY.EDU

Two to three times per week I walk about six miles within the community. I walk the same route each time so in all honesty, I look for things to keep me from becoming bored. Over the last two to three years, I’ve decided to do some very unofficial and invalid research. I have been counting the number of “Stop and Chats,” and the causes of same.

I use the Larry David (Seinfeld producer) model of the “stop and chat,” meaning during exercise, the exerciser stops periodically to have a conversation with one or more persons and the conversation lasts for more than one minute (it’s more than a nod or acknowledgement, sentences are actually exchanged, and one or more parties participate, and they’re not necessarily human). Once operationalized, I can quantify the number of “Stop and Chats,” which vary in length.

Number 1 on the most frequent type of “stop and chat” is the one that involves someone’s dog(s). Dog admirers may or may not pet the animal but do discuss the type of dog and its origins. Number 2 on the list are someone’s grandchildren. Whether being pushed in a stroller or

walking with parents and grandparents, this is a major cause of a stop and chat and although less frequent, a combo of pet and grandchild blows the top off the stop and chat numbers. The third reason for a “stop and chat,” is the desire to talk to someone you haven’t seen for a while (length of time between visits varies from someone you haven’t seen since last night’s event to someone who you haven’t seen since last season). The fourth reason for a stop and chat is to admire someone’s flowers, holiday decorations, or new car in the driveway. This category refers to property not people.

In closing, please let me reassure you that the “stop and chat” is alive and well in HP, and I will continue to update my research as long as I‘m able to walk and/or bike.

Vino’s Picasso Paint & Sip

LISA SCHNECK, WELLNESS & ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

Members gathered in the Palms Dining Room on February 11 for a lively evening of creativity at our Vino’s Picasso Paint & Sip event.

Guided step-bystep by Vino’s Picasso artists, participants created their own colorful paintings while enjoying wine, laughter, and great company. The evening brought together members looking to relax, connect, and explore their artistic side in a fun and welcoming setting. HP Wellness and Activities has booked a Wine Glass Painting event for April 16 at 6 p.m. in the Palms Dining Room. Sign up by registering on the Club Calendar. Event registration opens 30 days prior. Cancellations permitted up to 48 hours in advance.

Seeking Volunteers to Launch 5th Grade Girls’

LOU BOTTITTA LBOTTITTA@GMAIL.COM

The success of the 5th grade boys mentoring program at Pottorf Elementary has shown how powerful mentorship can be for young students. Through the Pottorf Boys2Men program , male volunteers from HPGCC meet with selected 5th grade boys in small groups from December through April, helping them build confidence, develop life skills, and form positive relationships with adult role models.

Inspired by this impactful program, the administration at Pottorf wants to explore the creation of a similar mentoring opportunity for 5th grade girls . The goal is to provide encouragement, guidance, and meaningful experiences for girls as they prepare for middle school and beyond. Pottorf is currently looking for two or three female volunteers who would be willing to lead the organizational effort. If you have a heart for supporting young girls and helping them grow into confident

Girls’ Mentoring Program

OFFICE AIMED AT HELPING STUDENTS SELF-IMAGE ISSUES.

young women, they would love to hear from you. Your involvement could make a lasting difference in a girl’s life.

If you are interested in helping start this new program, please contact Lou Bottitta for more about how the boys’ program can be a model for getting started. The guidance counselor at Pottorf would also be an important school resource for establishing and maintaining a girls’ program.

Other resources include: Girls Inc. (see the “Get Involved” video) Girl Talk Inc. (“Creating a Sisterhood of Self-Worth”)

MyGirlTalk - (excellent video on challenges facing girls today)

These national programs also focus on building self-esteem and encouraging individuality through weekly meetings and field trips. Other elements are:

• Healthy friendship

• Positive role models

• Field trips

• Reflection activities and discussions

• Leadership and service

Hot Tub Safety

MIKE JOHNSON

Let’s remember to follow the Hot Tub rules and regulations so, together, we can all enjoy this amenity.

The Safety Committee would like all members to familiarize themselves, their families, and their guests to the guidelines that have been established by the Club and by the State of Florida.

These rules are posted alongside the Hot Tub/Spa for everyone to see.

Additionally, and importantly, Florida statutes prohibit persons under the age of 12 from EVER using the Hot Tub, and anyone aged 12-16 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Why is this important? See the following key safety risks for children in Hot Tubs:

• Rapid Overheating (Hyperthermia): Children’s bodies cannot regulate heat effectively. A hot tub at 104 degrees can cause dangerously fast overheating in just minutes.

• Drowning: High water temperatures can cause drowsiness or loss of consciousness, leading to a high risk of drowning.

• Physical Limitations: Children should not use a hot tub until they are tall enough to stand on the bottom with their heads completely above water.

• Hair and Limb Entrapment: Powerful suction drains can trap hair or limbs, especially in older hot tubs, causing dangerous underwater entrapment.

• Infection Risks: High temperatures and improper chemical balance can lead to skin irritation, rashes, or bacterial infections.

• Dehydration: The high heat causes rapid fluid loss, which young children may not communicate properly.

It’s been observed that members and/or their guests are using the Hot Tub without regard to the posted guidelines.

When the rules and regulations are followed by everyone, the Hot Tub/Spa can remain open and we all can and enjoy our fun in the sun!

Lee Health Hospital Update

MARYANNE PRESTON COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE CHAIR

On March 2, Eric Anderson updated the CRC and 48 attendees on the Lee Health Hospital construction project. The hospital has added another wing to keep up with the growing needs of the community, and can add an additional wing as needs arise. This brings the number of beds from the original 160 planned, to a total of 260.

The new $820 million, 53-acre medical campus at Colonial and Challenger Boulevards in Fort Myers, just topped off the building on March 1… 13 months after starting the first foundation, and 33,000 cubic yards of concrete later. Completion is expected in September 2028.

This state-of-the-art facility will feature a hospital with up to 260 beds, an emergency department, and the Lee Health Musculoskeletal Institute. The campus is designed to withstand high-level hurricane winds (up to 174 mph) and is built 23 feet above ground level for flood protection. Follow the progress at https://www.leehealth.org/ special-pages/lee-health-fort-myers.

Fort Myers Theatres’ Upcoming Productions

JANE BREISCH, EDITOR

Here are four Fort Myers regional theatre offerings. Contact these venues now for the best seats and pricing.

Florida Repertory Theatre, 2268 Bay Street, Fort Myers. The FL Rep is celebrating their 28th season as “one of America’s top repertory theatres” according to the Wall Street Journal . Check their website at https://www. floridarep.org for tickets for the following shows:

• Little Shop of Horrors By Howard Ashman and Alan Menken Continues through April 12, 2026. Historic Arcade Theatre

The musical is based on the 1960s B-movie by Roger Corman and features book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken. The story is packed with laughs, thrills, chills, and Motown and doo-wop-inspired hit songs and follows down-on-his-luck Seymour who pines for his beautiful co-worker at Mushnik’s Skid Row Florist.

• Denise Fennell’s The Bride: Or, Does This Dress Make Me Look Married?

By Rick Pasqualone

April 10 - May 10, 2026; previews April 7 – 9 ArtStage Studio Theatre

Tour-de-force actress Denise Fennel, the scrappy Sister from last summer’s “Late Nite Catechism,” tackles the meaning of love, life, and the ritual of marriage. Drawing inspiration from her own life – and the advice of the audience – “The Bride” tackles the decision of a lifetime: Will she, or won’t she?

Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers (only 20 minutes from HP!).

Started by FL Repertory Theatre founders Bob Cacioppo and Carrie Lund, Players Circle is in its eighth season. Check their website at https://www.playerscircle.org. for tickets for the following shows:

Productions

• 4,000 Miles By Amy Herzog

Continues through April 5

A Pulitzer Prize Finalist! After a crosscountry bike trip, young Leo makes an unplanned visit to his feisty 91-year-old grand-mother Vera in her Greenwich Village apartment. Over the course of a single month these unlikely roommates, infuriate, bewilder, and ultimately reach each other in this charming dramedy.

• I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti By Guila Melucci

April 17 – May 3; previews April 14 – 16 This tasty comedy invites you into Giula’s kitchen as she recounts a string of botched romances and failed love affairs while preparing a home cooked meal.

• Same Time, Next Year By Bernard Slade May 22 – June 7; previews May 19 – 21

One of the most popular romantic comedies of the last century, Same Time, Next Year ran four years on Broadway, winning multiple Tony Awards. The plot follows a love affair between two people, Doris and George, married to others, who rendezvous once a year. Twenty-five years of manners and morals are hilariously and touchingly played out by the lovers.

The Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239278-4422. Check their website at https:// broadwaypalm.com/. for tickets for the following shows:

• Cats Continues through April 4, 2026

• All Shook Up – Featuring the Songs of Elvis Presley April 10 to May 16, 2026

• The Sounds of 1967 – A Summer that Changed Everything May 22 to June 20, 2026

• The Wizard Z June 26 to August 8, 2025

• Kimberly Akimbo – Continues through April 5, 2026

• Moulin Rouge, the Musical – April 7 to 12, 2026

ATTENDING FITNESS & WELLNESS COMMITTEE MEMBERS.

STANDING (L-R): DIANE WENKE, STASIA ARCARESE, GAIL SHEEHAN, EILEEN BLAIR, AND ALYSE GROHOWSKI (BOARD LIAISON). SEATED (L-R): DIANE HANSON (CO-CHAIR), KAREN JENSEN (CHAIR), EVELYN YEAW, NITA JANOWIAK, AND SUSAN SMITH.

ATTENDING TENNIS & PICKLEBALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS. STANDING (L-R): LOU BOTTITTA, AND ANDI STERN (CO-CHAIR). SEATED (L-R): KIM SCHOCH, ANDREA HOULE (CO-CHAIR), AND STEVE JAMROSE.

ATTENDING SAFETY COMMITTEE STANDING (L-R): DAVID FRANCIS OBEREMBT, GORDON LIAISON), KEN JOHNSEN, SEATED (L-R): KEN WRIGHT, MAGGIE DEBONIS, AND

ATTENDING HOUSE COMMITTEE MEMBERS. STANDING (L-R): JOAN JANNELLE (CHAIR), AND ROSE BAUER. SEATED ROD RUPPEL, AND VICKI TOTZSKE.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS.

DAVID CARGILL (CHAIR), GORDON HODGSON (BOARD JOHNSEN, AND MIKE JOHNSON. WRIGHT, JOE PALGUTT, AND FRANCIS FEEHAN.

ATTENDING ARC COMMITTEE MEMBERS. STANDING (L-R): SHERIE LAMMERS, KITTY JEDD, BARB BOTTITTA, CAROL ANN WENTZELL, JILL EATON (HP’S DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP SERVICES), AND PEGGI ERICKSON (CO-CHAIR). SEATED (L-R): GEORGE SMOTHERS (BOARD LIAISON), JAN DONALDSON (CHAIR), AND BOB BREISCH.

ATTENDING GOLF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. STANDING (L-R): MIKE HORNING, JUDY KENT, LORI SWANELL, STU DRAPER (CHAIR), MIKE WHITTEN, AND RICH FIREBAUGH (BOARD LIAISON). SEATED (L-R): BETTY RUPPEL, PETE DESJARDINS, JASON SKYBERG, AND DIANE GERMANI.

ATTENDING FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS.

STANDING (L-R): SHERRY NOWAK (HP’S CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER), KEN SHANDELSON, AND KAREN MAYNARD.

SEATED (L-R): PAUL TILLY, KEN LEHMAN (CHAIR), AND RON TROMBETTA.

ATTENDING COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEMBERS: JUDY DINEHART, MARYANNE PRESTON (CHAIR), AND DARRELL RAU.

ATTENDING FACILITIES COMMITTEE MEMBERS.

STANDING (L-R): DAVID WARD, AND MIKE JOHNSON.

SEATED (L-R): GORDON HODGSON (BOARD LIAISON), ALLAN POTECHIN (CHAIR), GLEN DAVIS, AND BRIAN WALKER.

DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM DINNER 6:30PM

AT 7:30PM

WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINER

THIS IS A COMEDY SHOW THAT ADAPTS TO THE AUDIENCE IN REAL TIME—UNSCRIPTED, ENGAGING, AND TAILORED TO THE MOMENT. THE PERFORMANCE IS THEATRICAL YET CLEAN, ENTERTAINING WITHOUT BEING VULGAR, AND LEAVES AUDIENCES FEELING ENCOURAGED AND UPLIFTED.