VOL. 22 NO. 4
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Annual Art Show By Kathleen Lynch, Herons Glen Our Herons Glen Artist Group’s busy year culminated with the Annual Fine Art Show held in the ballroom. The successful event was coordinated with the 3-D craft group on Sunday, March 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year, 21 artists filled the ballroom with artwork in various mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, oil, mixed media and photography. Many visitors to the exhibition commented on the expertise and talents of our community artists. Many were lucky enough to find that perfect piece of art for their home! For the artists, it was an opportunity to showcase their creative talents and passion for artistic pursuits. Sue McCoy was awarded Best in Show and a first place ribbon for her acrylic painting entitled Beauty in Color. Other first place winners were Tootie Stark for her watercolor, Wall of Flowers, and Lin McAllister’s photograph entitled Bryce Canyon. Don’t miss next year’s art show which is scheduled for a Sunday in early March.
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Sue McCoy, Beauty in Color, Best in Show and first place
Homeowners Beware … From the HGHOA In Herons Glen, when we submit approval forms to the Architectural Review Committee for work to be done on our houses or to the Grounds Committee for work being done on our property, unless the work is being done by ourselves or with the help of a friend, we are required to provide documentation of a current active license, general liability insurance, and workers compensation. We also acknowledge it is our responsibility to verify that any contractor we hire is properly licensed and insured, and we become financially responsible for any resulting damage
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to persons or property not paid by the business’s insurance. If some sort of liability occurs, our personal insurance products may not entirely cover the costs. These guidelines can be enforced only for projects that require HOA approval. But we often hire contractors and service vendors to do things on our property that do not require HOA approval, such as routine landscaping and interior projects. The principles of ensuring appropriate licensure and adequate insurance still apply if we wish to avoid personal liability in the event of an accident or mishap. As they say, “Buyer beware!”
Drinking Habits By Janice Radcliff, Herons Glen Photos by Seu and Dan Lim, Herons Glen Drinking Habits, presented by The Players of the Glen, has come to a close but the laughter and joy it brought to audiences will surely linger. Playwright Tom Smith’s wellwritten farce of deception and miscommunication set within the walls of a quirky convent kept the audience in stitches over the three-day run. At the forefront of this production were the talented cast members, each delivering a standout performance that perfectly encapsulated the play’s wit and charm. Sister Front row: Robin Farinet (Sister Philamena), Barbara Callaghan (Mother Superior), Philomena and Sister Augusta, Joyce Haist (Sister Mary Catherine), Director Trish Perry, Rose Hansford (Sister played by Robin Farinet and Augusta), Jenni Stone (Sally Sister Mary Mary). Back row: Art Lippens (George), Mark R o s e H a n s f o r d , d e l i v e r e d Schultz (Father Chenille), Dennis DeLuca (Paul) performances that perfectly captured the contrasting personalities of the two nuns. and commanded the stage with authority and grace. The Art Lippens, playing the role of George the lovable journalistic duo of Paul and Sally, played by Dennis groundskeeper, endeared himself to the audience. Mother Superior was portrayed by Barbara Callaghan Drinking Habits on page 3
By Linda Lynch, Herons Glen The 14th Biennial Quilt Show put on by the Southwest Florida Quilters Guild was held recently at the Charlotte Harbor Event Center in Punta Gorda on March 8 and 9. The theme of this year’s event was “It’s a Block Party” and challenged entrants to produce a personal party block – the spirit of celebration or their “happy place” to share with others. The display at the event center included over 200 different quilts of various sizes and colors. Many members of the Herons Glen quilting group are also members of the guild and can therefore participate in the Biennial Quilt Show. This year’s quilts were judged by Beverly Fine, a National Quilting Association certified judge from Massachusetts Collectively, the Herons Glen entrants won 11 ribbons. Winners (in alphabetical order) include Lisa Dumais, Trudy Flanery, Judy Jessop, Donilyn Keesling, Karen Mars, and Dotti Pierce. Specific awards were as follows: • Second place – Sweet Hearts (applique) by Donilyn Keesling • Second place – Sunshine and Sunflowers (mixed) by Karen Mars • Third place – Bit By Bit (modern) by Karen Mars • Third place – A Feather Fantasy (panel quilt) by Karen Mars • Honorable mention – Ring Around the Square (scrap) by Karen Mars • Honorable mention – Just Strippin’ Along (large wall hanging) by Karen Mars • Honorable mention – Mr. Boo (other techniques) by Dotti Pierce • Honorable mention – Chilhowie Mystery (large partners pieced) by Lisa Dumais, quilted by Judy Jessop • Honorable mention – Stepping Stones (small partners pieced) by Lisa Dumais, quilted by Judy Jessop • Honorable mention – Christmas Together (extra large partners pieced) by Trudy Flanery, quilted by Judy Jessop • Honorable mention – Quilting With Joy (small partners pieced) by Donilyn Keesling, quilted by Judy Jessop Congratulations to all who participated and especially to the ribbon winners.
Celebrate Earth Day! Monday, April 22