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2/12 Ron Lorenzo Ballroom 2/15 Ice Cream Social Parking Lot 2/16 Shredding Event Parking Lot 2/18 Team Trivia Ballroom 2/19 Tina Solomon Ballroom
2/19 Puzzle Tournament Activities Room A 2/20 Fleetwood Gold Concert #4 Ballroom 2/21 Mobile Dermatology Parking Lot 2/21 Bocce Tournament Courts 2/25 Ben Allen Country Dance Ballroom 2/26 Sunsets Duo Ballroom 2/27 Jane Curry Comedy Concert Ballroom 3/5 TBD Nest 3/8 Art Show Ballroom and Verandah 3/12 Jay Smith Nest 3/13 Players of the Glen/Gala Ballroom 3/14 Players of the Glen Ballroom 3/15 Players of the Glen Ballroom 3/19 Smalltown Duo Ballroom 3/22 Ice Cream Social Parking Lot 3/22 5K Run & Walk Parking Lot 3/25 Team Trivia Ballroom 3/26 Wendy Renee Ballroom 3/26 Mobile Dermatology Parking Lot
EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
UNDERSTANDING YOUR HGHOA AND YOUR HGRD
LINDA LYNCH, HERONS
GLEN WITH INPUT FROM JOYCE GILLESPIE AND J.B. BELKNAP
Whether you’re new to Herons Glen or have lived here for a while, it’s easy to feel unsure at times about the roles of the Herons Glen Recreation District (HGRD) and the Herons Glen Homeowner’s Association (HOA). These are two separate and distinct organizations, and this article will provide a general overview of each.
The HGRD is a Special District created under Florida law, and as such is a governmental entity. The HGRD was formed in 1999 when the residents voted overwhelmingly to purchase the recreational facilities from the developer. These included the golf course, clubhouse, restaurant, other recreational amenities in the Glen, and the common lot irrigation system (CLIS). A provision of Florida law allowed the residents to finance this purchase through a taxexempt bond issue creating an instrument of Florida State government known as the Recreation District.
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As a Special District, the HGRD serves a specific geographical area and is governed by a Board of Supervisors, all of whom must be residents of Florida and are elected by the homeowners. Because it is a governmental agency, the HGRD is capable of issuing governmentbacked, tax-free bonds to raise funds for capital improvements. In 2020, for example, the district issued bonds to provide $12.9 million in construction funds to renovate HGRD facilities and amenities. However, as a government entity, the facilities owned by the district are public property and as such must be made available to
the general public, albeit with some allowable restrictions.
Key areas of responsibility for the HGRD include the CLIS, cart paths and bridges on the golf course, lakes that touch the golf course or other amenities, landscaping on HGRD property, the fitness center, tennis courts, bocce courts, pickleball courts, shuffleboard courts, the pool and spa, ballroom, card/activity rooms, libraries, restaurant and lounge (including the liquor license), golf shop, pump houses, rental golf carts, and restrooms on the golf course and tennis courts. (NOTE: This list is not comprehensive.)
The Homeowner’s Association in Herons Glen was first instituted as part of the legal structure of the original developer in 1990. It is a Florida not-for-profit corporation and operates under specific Florida statutes. In 1997 the developer expanded the board from three to five members to add two resident board members. The developer held the majority on the board until January 1, 2005, when the board was transitioned from developer control to resident control with a full resident board in place. The HGHOA is run by a Board of Directors elected by the members of the Association.
The HOA owns and is responsible for the maintenance of the streets and common areas within Herons Glen. HOA administered common areas include the guardhouse, gates, street lighting, street signs, entrance walls, neighborhood entry signs, common area landscaping, streets, curbs and sidewalks, street drainage, five wetlands and preserves, and eight lakes that do not border the HGRD Golf Course or other amenities property. The HOA is also responsible for community standards for homeowners, such as landscaping and the appearance of residences. (NOTE: This list is not comprehensive.)
Both organizations maintain separate websites. The HGRD website can be accessed at heronsglencc.com . The HOA website is available at heronsglenhoa.org .
While they have distinctly separate organizational structures and functions, both the HGRD and the HOA cooperate for the benefit of our community. Several lists accompanying this article attempt to delineate the key responsibilities of the HOA and those of the HGRD.
In addition, the HOA Communications Committee has developed an organizational and governance structures document that shows an overview of each organization side-by-side. This Herons Glen Community Governing and Oversight Structure document can be accessed at https://hggcc.com/ hghoa/pdfs/community_info/structure.pdf and can also be found on the HOA website by clicking on the Management tab.
William (Ken) Hartfield
Richard (Rick) Laidler
Michael (Mike) Sweeney
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KEY HOA RESPONSIBILITIES
Barcode management
Bingo
Cable TV service and Internet (Blue Stream)
Cart paths along HG Boulevard (from Palo Duro to Via La Quinta and Kayla Way to Kaidon Lane)
Changes to the exteriors of residences and violations (Architectural Review Committee)
Changes to landscaping and violations (Grounds Committee)
Common area landscaping on HG Boulevard (including medians, greenbelt areas and cul-de-sac islands on each street)
Dennisport gate and cameras
Front entrance walls, lighted signs and up lighting
Front gate access control (Platinum)
Guardhouse maintenance and cameras
HOA Committee sponsored socials and activities
HOA Weekly News Bulletin
Lakes that don’t touch the golf course (8) (Solitude)
Neighborhood signs and lighting
Post lamp and address light bulb replacement
Residential lawn mowing (Roberts)
Roving patrol (Platinum)
Stormwater drains and perimeter drainage ditches
Street lighting on HG Boulevard, Via Verde and Via Estacado
Street signs and posts
Street sweeping (USA Services)
Streets, curbs and sidewalks
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TV Channels 901 and 902
2 fountains at Athenian and Tisbury (Solitude)
5 wetlands and conservation preserves (Solitude)
HOA Manager – Joyce Gillespie
Executive Administrative Assistant – Lori Roy
Office Assistant – Carla Walsh
Maintenance – Jeremiah Radle
HOA Reception Desk – (239) 731-0322
KEY HGRD RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting and financial services, including payment for HGRD quarterly fees and restaurant charges
Bridge near the Golf Shop
Building maintenance, excluding the gatehouse
Clubhouse including pool, spa and deck
Communications for HGRD
• Annual Strategic Planning Survey
• Bulletin board postings
• Community/course updates via various media
• Public Board meetings and hearings
• Social media: Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
• Website – heronsglencc.com
• Weekly newsletters
Emergency preparations for the HGRD facilities and properties
Fitness center
Food and beverage services, including the liquor license
Golf course and practice facility (including golf cart paths)
Golf course effluent ponds and lakes that touch the golf course
Golf course maintenance facility and pumphouses (#15, #18, Mystic)
Golf Shop: golf membership, merchandise and golf lessons
Irrigation of community and HGRD property (CLIS) – maintained by Mainscape
Landscaping on district property
Lightning detection system
Parking lots
Pickleball courts
Restrooms on the golf course and at the Sports Complex
Scheduling of Activity Rooms, Card Rooms and other HGRD areas
Sports Complex: Tennis, Bocce and Shuffleboard Courts
Ticket sales for events, concert series and ballroom rental
HGRD General Manager – J.B. Belknap
Assistant General Manager – Karon Bennett
Facilities Maintenance Manager – Nate Baers
HGRD Reception Desk – (239) 731-4501
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HOA AND HGRD SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS
The following is a listing of HOA and HGRD meetings known at the time of publication.
CALENDAR OF HOA FEBRUARY 10 TO MARCH 31, 2026
As these dates are subject to change, please check the HOA website calendar and the community channel (Bluestream Channel 901) for updates.
All committee meetings are via Zoom/HOA Conference Room unless noted otherwise.
2/10 Architectural Review, 9 a.m.
2/11 Board Meeting, 5 p.m.
2/12 Grounds Committee, 1 p.m.
2/18 Communications Committee, 1 p.m.
2/19 HOA Activities Committee, 10 a.m.
2/24 Architectural Review, 9 a.m.
2/27 SSEP Committee, 8:30 a.m.
3/3 Board Workshop Meeting, 1 p.m.
3/9 Compliance Committee, 1 p.m.
3/10 Architectural Review, 9 a.m.
3/11 Board Meeting, 5 p.m.
3/12 Grounds Committee, 1 p.m.
3/18 Communications Committee, 1 p.m.
3/19 HOA Activities Committee, 10 a.m.
3/24 Architectural Review, 9 a.m.
3/27 SSEP Committee, 8:30 a.m.
CALENDAR
OF HGRD FEBRUARY 10 TO MARCH 31, 2026
As these dates are subject to change, please check the HGRD website calendar and the community channel (Bluestream Channel 902) for updates.
All committee meetings are via Zoom/Card Room C unless noted otherwise.
Find out this March when The Players of the Glen proudly present The Odd Couple , coming to Herons Glen, March 13 to 15!
Kick things off on Friday, March 13 with our Opening Night Gala at 5:30 p.m., followed by the curtain rising at 7 p.m. Neat freaks and connoisseurs of clutter alike are invited—come to the gala and choose your side!
Can’t make opening night? Join us on:
• Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
• Sunday, March 15 at 4 p.m. for a relaxed matinee
Tickets (reserved seating)
• $15 for all performances
• $20 for Opening Night Gala and Theatre
• Players of the Glen Members: $5 off one ticket
Ticket Sales
Available Tuesday–Thursday, February 17 through March 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the clubhouse lobby and every Tuesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. in the ballroom lobby.
Whether you love laughter, live theater, or just a great night out with neighbors, The Odd Couple promises classic comedy and plenty of Glensized fun.
Learn more about us at: https://playersoftheglen.wixsite. com/playersoftheglen
We can’t wait to see you in the audience, just don’t argue over who gets the neat seat!
NEED TRANSPORTATION?
The Veterans of the Glen Outreach Committee and Friends Helping Friends Transportation Committee have joined in a partnership to help Herons Glen residents who need transportation to medical appointments, prescription pick-up, food shopping or other urgent needs. Please do not call for rides to and from the airports.
Residents may contact individuals from either organization listed below. A 24-hour notice would be very helpful. Call a volunteer from the following list during the period from November 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026.
We are always looking for volunteers. Please contact Jack Cotter if you have an interest in volunteering.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA QUILTERS GUILD
KAREN MARS, HERONS GLEN
The Southwest Florida Quilters Guild will hold its biennial quilt show on February 27 and 28 at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center at 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda. The show will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on those days. Admission is a $10 donation. Over 250 quilts will be on display along with many vendors and the opportunity to purchase quilts and handmade goods. Several Herons Glen residents will have quilts in the show!
ALPHA DELTA ALPHA (ADA) RAISES FUNDS
DENISE JOHNSON, HERONS GLEN
On January 15 several ADA Sisters traveled to Manatee Park for a private presentation on the history, well-being, and preservation of manatees in our area. Our docent was Anne McAlvey, a resident of Herons Glen.
Manatee Park encompasses 17 acres and is owned by Florida Power and Light (FPL). FPL annually leases the property to Lee County for $1. The lease is a 99-year lease. It is a Regional Park that opened in 1996 and is operated through a cooperative effort of partners and sponsors. The manatees frequent this area during cold weather for the warm water that flows from the FPL facility that is across the street from the park. The facilities were originally funded by Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau. Native plant habitats and gardens have been planted and maintained by
the Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society and many volunteers. Lee County residents provide visitor services as Volunteer Interpretive Naturalists trained in part by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. Although it is a small park, Manatee Park provides information and programming for over 200,000 visitors annually.
Thereafter, the Sisters traveled to Blossom and Brie for a great lunch and socialization. This restaurant is farm-to-table and has the best homemade sourdough bread!
They have many other activities for all ages available to the public.
ADA SISTERS
ALPHA GAMMA NU – FIRST AID BAGS
SUSAN WASSEROTT, HERONS GLEN
Right before the holidays, members of Alpha Gamma Nu, one of the sororities of Herons Glen, gathered to prepare first aid bags to donate to the homeless in our community. Led by the efforts of Sue McCoy and Shawn Stephens, these bags were filled with essential items such as band aids, antibiotic ointment, alcohol wipes, and more. Alpha Gamma Nu generously provided 100 bags for distribution through All Souls Outreach and another hundred bags through New Image Tabernacle, the church attended by Shawn and Carless Stephens, embodying the true spirit of giving.
JAN DEWITT, DONNA PAULSEN, GAYLE KRISS, SUE MCCOY, BONNIE GEE, NANCY PETERS, CAROL BRYAN, SHAWN STEPHENS, JUDITH WEST
SHAWN STEPHENS, SUE MCCOY, BONNIE GEE, DONNA PAULSEN, GAYLE KRISS, CAROL BRYAN, JOANN BROSNAN
ALPHA GAMMA NU – HARRY CHAPIN FOOD BANK
SUSAN WASSOROTT, HERONS GLEN
Members of the Alpha Gamma Nu sorority presented a $2,000 donation to the Harry Chapin Food Bank (HCFB) this fall. The donation was part of a September Hunger Action Month Match, which helped stretch the donation even further. With their purchasing power, HCFB can take $10 and turn it into 20 meals, and thanks to a match from Suncoast Credit Union, they were able to amplify our donation to provide 8,000 meals to our neighbors facing hunger.
If you are not familiar with HCFB, they work with over 175 agency partners to distribute food in Southwest Florida. Through their feeding network, they
serve over 300,000 individuals each month, serving the five counties of Southwest Florida: Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, Glades and Collier.
Alpha Gamma Nu provides support to the HCFB with money we raise through events like the upcoming Home Tour on February 22, as well as our basket sales at the annual Arts & Crafts event in November.
Would you like to help the HCFB?
According to Jennifer Denike,
Senior Manor Gifts Officer, here are ways you can help:
• Groups or individual members of the Herons Glen community can sign up to volunteer in the Fort Myers warehouse for one of the food bank’s convenient shifts Monday through Thursday. The greatest need for volunteers is over the summer when the seasonal volunteers leave.
• Herons Glen can consider organizing a food drive at the end of the season to collect food items to provide food during the summer, which is the hungriest time in Southwest Florida because students are out of school and seasonal jobs are cut. The HCFB team makes it easy to host a food drive, and they can coordinate dropping off and picking up supplies.
To learn more about volunteering, contact volunteering@hcfb.org, and to schedule a food drive, email fooddrive@hcfb.org.
MARIAN WRIGHT, SHAWN STEPHENS, NANCY ATTALLA, NANCY PETERS, BONNIE LUCAS, JOANN BROSNAN, JENNIFER DENIKE, CAROL BRYAN, CATHY STYLES, DENISE FISHER, DONNA PAULSEN.
NEWS FROM THE BUTTERFLY SOCIETY OF THE GLEN
KIM BASILE, HERONS GLEN
The Butterfly Society is dedicated to protecting and promoting the beautiful butterflies and bees that share our local landscape.
One of the best ways to support local butterflies is by planting both host plants and nectar plants in your yard or garden. Butterflies depend on specific host plants to lay their eggs and to feed their caterpillars, while nectar plants provide the energy adult butterflies need to survive and reproduce.
Common local butterflies you may attract include monarchs, which rely on milkweed as their host plant; black swallowtails, whose caterpillars feed on parsley, dill, and fennel; and zebra longwings, which use passion vine.
Gulf fritillaries also depend on passion vine and are often seen fluttering through sunny gardens. Even small spaces can attract cloudless sulfurs with cassia or senna plants.
For nectar, butterflies are drawn to brightly colored, flowering
plants such as coneflower, lantana, pentas, zinnias, coreopsis, and milkweed blooms. Planting a variety of flowers that bloom at different times of the year ensures butterflies have a reliable food source throughout the seasons.
By including both host and nectar plants, you create a complete habitat that supports butterflies through every stage of their life cycle. With a little planning, your garden can become a welcoming refuge filled with color, movement, and the joy of local butterflies and bees.
As always, these little creatures will not survive with weed killer, such as Roundup.
Here is the homemade weed killer that works great:
1 gallon horticultural vinegar
12 ounces Epson salt
4 tablespoons dishwashing liquid
Happy Gardening!
STAY SAFE ONLINE!
PEGGY LINDQUIST, HERONS GLEN GREG YOPP
Scams! Text, smishing and pig butchering! All was discussed with residents who gathered in the HOA conference room on January 19 and 20. The two-day class, titled “Cybersecurity for Seniors,” was hosted and sponsored by the HOA Activities Committee. It drew strong interest from 44 residents eager to learn practical ways to stay safe online.
The program was presented by Lisa Carrier-Titti. She focused on learning how to recognize and avoid
scams. Lisa explained that most scams rely on social engineering, a tactic that uses fear to grab attention, followed by urgency to act immediately. Victims are then asked to make payments in unusual ways, such as gift cards, cryptocurrency, or cash delivered to an associate. All red flags that residents were encouraged to remember.
One particularly eye-opening topic was the explanation of “pig butchering scams.” Lisa described how scammers slowly build trust with their targets “fattening them up” then turning that trust into a major financial scam. Attendees learned how these schemes operate and how to spot warning signs early.
Social media safety was another key area of discussion. Lisa emphasized accepting friend requests only from people you personally know and being cautious about how much personal information is shared online. How many times do we post our vacation pictures on Facebook or Instagram letting the world know we are not around to protect our home? Something to think about!
Lisa recommended the use of password managers, two-step verification or passkeys to strengthen our digital security. She stressed that password length is critical for security and encouraged residents to use unique passphrases rather than simple or
reused passwords. Using your birthday or address may not be in your best interest.
WHAT WERE THE CYBERSECURITY TAKEAWAYS?
• Slow down.
• Take time to evaluate/talk to someone you trust.
• Don’t trust unexpected calls/texts/ emails.
• Verify phone numbers to call back a company; don’t click links on emails or text messages.
• Monitor your bank account/credit card statements.
• Keep devices updated.
• Antivirus on computers, cell phones and tablets.
• Be careful what you share online.
• Report to Federal Trade Commission (http;//reportfraud.ftc.gov/).
The class was informative, easy to understand, and relevant in our day-to-day interactions.
Attendees left the class feeling more confident when using their electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and computers. Lisa mentioned that residents may call her any time for a personal consultation. She is available until late April.
THE AMAZING EAGLES OF NORTH
FORT MYERS
LINDA LYNCH, HERONS GLEN
Once you’ve spent any amount of time in Herons Glen, you’re likely to become familiar with the famous North Fort Myers bald eagle couple whose nest is located off Bayshore Road. You may likely become one of those who have enjoyed multiple seasons of observing the lives and habits of these wondrous creatures and are still enchanted by them.
From 2006 to 2014, the original celebrity bald eagle pair known as Ozzie and Harriet utilized a nest located about 60 feet up in a slash pine at the Dick Pritchett Real Estate property on Bayshore Road. Ozzie died in the fall of 2015 and Harriet took a new mate, M15 (Male 15). From 2015 to 2022, Harriet and M15 successfully raised at least one eaglet every season from their nest.
After eight seasons as a mated pair, Harriet left and never returned to the nest in February 2023. M15 stepped up and on his own successfully raised their young E21 and E22 (Eaglets 21 and 22) to fledge. The following season, M15 courted another female, F23 (Female 23), and they continued to use the same nesting site.
Bald eagles are known for their nest affinity and often reuse the same nest year after year. Even if one of a pair dies, as was the case with Ozzie, the existing partner (Harriet) often uses the “old” nest with a new partner (M15). Even when Hurricane Ian totally destroyed the nest, Ozzie and Harriet rebuilt it in the same location.
The Caloosahatchee River is only about a half mile from the nesting site, providing a key source of food for the adults and eventually their eaglets.
For the current 2025/26 season, F23 and M15 produced two eggs in November 2025. The first egg hatched in December 2025, yielding baby eaglet E26, but the second egg never did. Now, however, M15 and F23 are keeping busy caring for their newest offspring.
One of the things that makes this eagle nest special is that D.F. Pritchett Real Estate has for 14 years provided a live webcam view of the nest. There are four live feed cameras that provide different views of the nest and its residents, none of which disturb the eagles or make any sounds.
Fortunately, since M15 and F23 are using the same nest, the cameras continue to provide coverage of their nesting activities. Thousands of viewers are often online watching the pair. People can also stand outside a fence around the property, using their own cameras and phones to take pictures and videos of the nest and eagles.
With the website, we have been able to watch E26 hatch and to observe M15 and F23 feed and care for E26. It really is a remarkable look at the wonders of nature that surround us.
The website is available at https:// www.dickpritchettrealestate.com/ southwest-florida-eagle-cam/ , or you can simply google North Fort Myers
eagle cam. Using the website, you can watch M15 and F23 mind the nest and observe the interactions between the eaglet and parents.
We are delighted that M15 and his present mate have chosen to stay at the Bayshore nest so we can all follow their parenting activities and observe E26 as he/she grows and learns.
CROSSWORD ANSWERS
STRUGGLING
JACK NELSON, HERONS GLEN
I’m sitting here at my keyboard, staring at my monitor, desperately trying to create something refreshing, something unique that will capture my readers’ full attention and draw heaps of praise. I marvel at writers like William Shakespeare and Stephen King who were so prolific in their authorship. To find a topic that’s new and exciting is not an easy task, but here goes.
When I sit in my swivel rocker watching the puffy cumulus clouds saunter by, I watch a jetliner climbing to its cruising altitude. I watch in awe as three sandhill cranes swoop over the treetops in graceful formation, their bodies streamlined for extra speed. I watch four golfers on the ninth green, which is directly behind my house, lining up their putts. It’s a lovely day in the Glen.
Now my imagination kicks in. The jetliner is nearly out of sight. I imagine I’m on that plane as a passenger, and the flight attendants know I have flying experience. One of the flight attendants comes to me and asks me to come to the flight deck. I know something’s wrong, and sure enough, both pilots have become incapacitated.
I quickly take over and contact Air Traffic Control. They direct me to the nearest airport suitable for landing, and when we arrive, a pilot in the control tower who knows our plane, talks me down. My landing isn’t perfect, but we’re safe on the ground. A few days later, I got a hero’s welcome, and the lady flight attendant who came to me for help asks me to marry her. I accept.
I’m on safari in Africa. As we’re motoring along, we are in the midst of a variety of wildlife. We come to a stop for photo ops. A black rhino doesn’t like our presence and starts to charge us. Much to the chagrin of our guide, I step out of our vehicle and calmly start walking toward the beast. It’s startled by my bravery and comes to a quick stop. I walk up to it and start to pet its horn. It likes it and starts to purr like a cat! Ten minutes later we stopped again for more photos. Out of nowhere, a huge male African lion comes at us at what seems like the speed of sound. Again, I step in front of the beast, and again, it stops on a dime. I walk confidently up to the animal and start to stroke its gorgeous mane, and more purring! The big cat is so overwhelmed, it starts to lick my cheeks, purring away, just like the rhino. I’m a hero again.
I’m sure I could conjure up more dreamons, but that’s enough boasting for now. Fare-thee-well and keep smilin’.
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SNOWBIRDS VERSUS SUNBIRDS BOCCE
PATTI CUMMINGS, HERONS GLEN
The first ever Snowbirds vs. Sunbirds Bocce Tournament on January 17 was a great success. Eighteen games were played by 142 participants and hardly anyone forgot to show up – almost perfect attendance! Wins were neck and neck at the start of day with the score tied at 3 to 3, but by midpoint the Snowbirds surged ahead with the score turning 8 to 4. The Sunbirds definitely had a case of too much sun as the final score was Snowbirds 13 to Sunbirds 5. Maybe a stronger sunscreen will help in the future. A fun time was had by all despite the very lopsided win by the Snowbirds. Both Larry Cummings and Steve Christiansen were fabulous organizers and want to extend a special thanks to John Bock for all his help and support.
LARRY CUMMINGS AND STEVE CHRISTIANSEN
LARRY CUMMINGS, STEVE CHRISTIANSEN, AND TONY MCGARRY
NEW CHORUS DIRECTOR LEADS
BROADWAY OUR WAY
JANET SLATER, HERONS GLEN
Maureen Nauss knew what she wanted to do from the time she was very young: be a choir director. “I never wanted to be anything else,” she says. So, it’s fitting that Maureen, or Mo, as she likes to be called, is the new Herons Glen Chorus director.
Mo grew up in Lansing, Mich., where she still spends nine months of the year. She has one son, a professional musician living in Los Angeles. She followed one of her four sisters, Pauline Middleton and her husband, here to Herons Glen where she spends the months of January, February, and March.
She brings with her decades of experience both as a singer and director. Her first choral experience was at the age of 7, and she’s been singing ever since. Back in Michigan Mo sings in a professional choir, of which she is board chairman. Her mother, who just recently passed away, lived with Mo both here and in Michigan, and was one of its founding members years ago. Most of her directing experience comes from the middle school and high school choirs she directed for 35 years.
Mo, her mother, and Bertha, their St. Bernard, first came to Herons Glen several seasons ago, but last year was her first as a member of the Herons Glen Chorus. When former director David Muir broke the news, he would be leaving Herons Glen, Mo stepped forward the next day, not wanting to see the chorus flounder. She was enthusiastically accepted by the Chorus Board as director.
Mo says this is the first non-auditioned choir, what she calls a “y’all come” group, that she has directed. So, how is it different from her years leading teenagers? “It’s more fun,” she says. “Because I am one of you.” For this group, her goals are all about building community and having fun making music. And fun it is. As a member of the chorus, I can attest to the enthusiasm and focused fun she brings to the group. And along with the fun, we are learning to sing better as individuals and as a group.
Mo especially appreciates the contributions the various chorus members provide to her and the group. They’re involved on the Chorus Board, as section leaders, managing the Choir Genius website, organizing and distributing music, selling tickets, moving chairs, and numerous other tasks. “I’m just one player,” Mo says. “And I’m thrilled they’re allowing me to do this.” From practice to performance, the Herons Glen Chorus has always put the emphasis on a healthy sense of community. We may not be a professional group, but we are your neighbors and friends. This is YOUR chorus.
MAUREEN NAUSS
This season’s performance is Broadway Our Way, and it will be on March 28 at 7 p.m. in the ballroom. Maureen says she especially enjoys singing Broadway tunes because of the variety of music styles they provide.
CORNHOLE ASSOCIATION
DONNA MOFFAT, HERONS GLEN
The show has been sold out each of the last three years, so be sure to get your tickets early, either from a chorus member or on one of the sale dates advertised in the HGRD weekly newsletter.
The Herons Glen Cornhole Association rang in their New Year by kicking off the first Herons Glen Cornhole League on Monday, January 12! It was a beautiful morning of laughter and comradery as 48 cornhole enthusiasts, divided among 16 teams, participated in friendly competition. League play is scheduled every Monday, 10 to 11 a.m., and will continue through to March 16. RESIDENTS AND GUESTS OF HERONS GLEN ARE INVITED TO JOIN OPEN PLAY CORNHOLE ON SATURDAYS!
HERONS GLEN SHOWCASES
VIBRANT LIFESTYLE AT ANNUAL ACTIVITIES FAIR
DENISE FELL, HERONS GLEN
GREG YOPP AND SUE GREGOR, HERONS GLEN
The ballroom was filled with energy, conversation, and community pride as residents gathered for Herons Glen’s Annual Activities Fair on Sunday, January 18. It’s a signature event that highlights the remarkable variety of ways residents can stay active, social, and engaged.
This year’s fair featured 37 sports, clubs, and activity groups, a testament to the ever-growing opportunities within the community. A new addition this year was the Cornhole table, drawing plenty of interest and underscoring Herons Glen’s commitment to continually add fresh and inclusive activities.
Health and wellness were front and center, with options designed for every ability level. From water aerobics, aerobics, fitness classes, yoga, and chair yoga, residents can choose programs that support both movement and balance at any stage of life. For those who enjoy competitive or recreational sports, Herons Glen offers tennis, bowling, golf with the Gators, pickleball, bocce, and now cornhole, ensuring there’s something for every athlete.
Creativity also plays a major role in community life. Residents interested in the arts can explore quilting, ceramics, and numerous artist groups, while those who enjoy games and friendly competition can find their place at bridge, pinochle, BUNCO, or chess tables.
Music and movement enthusiasts weren’t left out either. Whether testing their rhythm with tap dancing or line dancing, singing in the chorus or simply enjoying the social atmosphere, residents were reminded that staying active can be both fun and expressive.
The fair also highlighted groups that reflect service, learning, and shared interests, including: the Veterans organization, Travel Club, Butterfly Garden group, and for those who have always dreamed of the spotlight, Players of the Glen, Herons Glen’s own theater group.
The Annual Activities Fair continues to be a
celebration of what makes Herons Glen special: an engaged community that values wellness, creativity, connection, and lifelong learning. With new activities being added, residents are always finding new ways to get involved and new people to share the journey with.
Sponsored by the HOA Activities Committee.
HERONS GLEN RINGS IN THE NEW YEAR WITH MUSIC, MAGIC, AND A MIDNIGHT TRADITION
DENISE FELL, HERONS GLEN
Herons Glen residents welcomed the New Year in unforgettable style as the community gathered for a near sell-out New Year’s Eve celebration in the ballroom. With live music, sparkling décor, and the return of a beloved midnight tradition, the evening blended elegance, energy, and community spirit.
Providing the soundtrack for the night was crowd-favorite band, From the Edge, who kept the dance floor full and spirits high right up to midnight. As the clock ticked down, anticipation filled the room for the return of the Midnight Balloon Drop, a much-loved feature that had residents cheering as black and gold balloons cascaded down, marking the start of a brand-new year. Adding to the excitement, the Times Square Ball Drop was also shown on the ballroom television, ensuring that for those
who feel the night isn’t truly official without witnessing this iconic annual moment, no tradition was missed.
The transformation of the ballroom into a romantic, festive setting was no small task. Glittering accents, shimmering sparkles, and soft fairy lights created an atmosphere that felt both celebratory and intimate, setting the perfect tone for the evening. Behind the scenes, members of the HGRD Resident Events Committee, joined by their husbands and dedicated resident volunteers, worked tirelessly to bring the vision to life.
Preparation began early, very early. Volunteers were on-site starting at 7 a.m., working side by side with Nate and his outstanding Facilities Team, whose continued support is instrumental in making largescale events possible at Herons Glen. From staging décor to executing the intricate balloon drop, it was truly a team effort.
“Events like this don’t happen by accident,” noted committee members. It takes planning, creativity,
and a lot of helping hands but it’s all worth it to create special moments for our residents.”
As the final notes of music played and residents shared hugs, laughter, and New Year’s wishes, one thing was clear: The Herons Glen New Year’s Eve party once again delivered an evening full of joy, connection, and celebration, an inspiring way to step into the year ahead.
HAPPY NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY GOERS!
PRETTY IN PINK 2026: A GUIDE
JANET
SLATER, HERONS GLEN
Pretty in Pink, sponsored by the Herons Glen Ladies’ Golf Associations, consists of multiple fundraising events that culminate with a Ladies’ 18-hole golf tournament and luncheon honoring all cancer survivors. Golfer or not, here’s how you can participate while supporting a great cause!
BUY RAFFLE TICKETS
• Gift Baskets: Drawing will be at the Tournament Luncheon on March 18, but you don’t need to be present to win. Tickets are $10 for a sheet of 20, or $25 for three sheets (60 tickets). Place tickets for baskets of your choice on the evening of May 17, morning of March 18, or at the luncheon.
• Jewelry: This beautiful piece of fine jewelry will be raffled off at the Tournament Luncheon but buy your tickets now! One ticket for $10, or three for $25.
TICKET SALES FOR BOTH RAFFLES
Before every Bingo night, 6 to 7 p.m. in the ballroom lobby.
Feb. 18 and 25 (Wednesdays) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Pro Shop.
March 2, 4 and 6 from 12 to 2 p.m. in the Golf Practice Area.
March 8 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Art Show, ballroom area.
CASH OR CHECK PAYABLE TO PFBCC (Partners for Breast Cancer Care, Inc.).
BE A BAKER
The Pretty in Pink Bake Sale will be held at the Art Show on March 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many baked goods are needed, both large items to raffle and smaller bagged items. For more details and to sign up, contact Katie Schwemlein, (416) 4584593, or Maryann Peckham, (860) 559-2528.
REGISTER FOR GOLF AND/OR LUNCH ON MARCH 18
Golf spots may be nearly or all full, but a waiting list is maintained. You can also register for lunch only—golfer or not! Bring cash or check payable to PFBCC for $25 (a contribution directly to Partners for Breast Cancer Care). The remaining $36 (for golf and lunch and prizes) or $32 (for lunch only) will be billed to your house account.
Feb. 18 and 25 (Wednesdays) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Pro Shop.
March 2, 4 and 6 from 12 to 2 p.m. in the Golf Practice Area.
SPONSOR A HOLE
Remember a loved one or honor a survivor with a sign on a tee box. Sponsor as a club or group, or on your own. Cost: $100. Sponsor forms are available in the Pro Shop, or print your own here: http://tiny. cc/2cmx001
Contact Cindy Matheny at (501) 318-5925 or cindyloufromar@gmail.com.
FLOCK A FRIEND
Order a flock of flamingos to settle in the yard of a HG friend for 24 hours. Put in your order this month. Cost: $20. Pick up a Flocking Order Form in the Pro Shop.
PUZZLE TOURNAMENT DELIVERS SWEET SUCCESS AND FRIENDLY COMPETITION
DENISE FELL, HERONS GLEN LAURIE DECKER AND NANCY THOMPSON
More than 30 residents gathered for a delightful Puzzle Tournament, enjoying an afternoon filled with teamwork, laughter, and a little friendly competition. The featured puzzle displayed a tempting theme of delicious desserts, adding an extra layer of fun as teams raced against the clock to complete their masterpiece.
Participants worked diligently, sharing strategies and encouragement throughout the event, making it another successful and well-attended community activity.
Congratulations to our winning teams:
FIRST PLACE – 1 HOUR, 56 MINUTES: CINDY LUNDBERG, NANCY PISCIONERI, AND LOUISE FELDMAN
SECOND PLACE – 2 HOURS, 23 MINUTES: MARY ANN SIMPSON, SANDY BENNET, AND KAREN COBURN
THIRD PLACE – 2 HOURS, 28 MINUTES: MARLA PIERCE, MARY FLEMING, AND PAT CROUSE
Congratulations to all the teams who took part and helped make the tournament such an enjoyable event.
Sponsored by the Residents Events Committee.
MARBLES 2026
PATTI CUMMINGS, HERONS GLEN
Ten tables of marbles game enthusiasts gathered in the ballroom on January 11, to resume the 2025/26 Marbles Season. Shouts of “Men, Table 6 or women, Table 3” were heard as the evening progressed. In the end, the men were victorious by ONE game (17 games men; 16 games women)! Ladies, we still have a chance as there are games to be played on March 22 and April 26.
Note: Since the Super Bowl is on February 8 this year, Marbles for February is canceled.
The total scores so far are as follows: Men, 43 games won; Ladies’, 36 games won. Also, this month two teams swept all three games. The Ladies’ team preferred no names and no photo.
SINGLES HOLIDAY POTLUCK
GINNY VARNEY AND DAWN SULLIVAN, HERONS GLEN
Over 30 members of the Herons Glen Singles traveled to Ponce De Leon Park on December 8 for their annual Christmas potluck dinner. While Bob Agate prepared the charcoal for grilling, Sandra Flanagan organized and set up the popular cornhole tournament.
Following dinner, the group enjoyed several festive contests organized by Karen Katz and Ginny Varney. These included a marshmallow pickup contest using red Solo cups, and a Christmas bow scoop challenge using spatulas—no hands allowed! Joyce Russell and Dawn Sullivan then hosted a Christmas-themed “True
JIM RICHARDS, JOE BILLINGS, DAVID PUCKETT
or False” game. Prizes for all contests were much-appreciated bottles of wine. Although Santa couldn’t attend in person, he left holiday cards with lottery scratch-off tickets for everyone. The cooperative weather made it a picture-perfect occasion.
Another holiday highlight was the New Year’s Eve party held in the ballroom, where the group had two tables reserved.
Recent activities have also included attending The Edwards Twins Christmas show at Cape Cabaret, as well as seeing and dancing to debut (free) performances by The Rumbletones, Echo, Unfinished Business, and Bandstand, also at Cape Cabaret. Closer to home, members enjoyed the Springsteen movie and Song Sung Blue , followed by dinner.
In addition, the Singles have reserved Card Room A for Marbles on Sundays, a table in the ballroom for Bingo on Tuesdays, and a table for Thursday entertainment in the Nest/Ballroom.
SOCIALITES CELEBRATE CHINESE
NEW YEAR
PAM SCHEID, HERONS GLEN
Anticipating the start of the Chinese New Year on February 3, Socialites gathered around tables decorated by Sue McCoy and her committee in Chinese red and gold and with fortune-telling scratch-off cards. The person holding the card with a gold sticker was the winner of her table’s celebrational red envelope containing an opportunity for cash. The delicious Asian buffet featured chicken and rice along with a salad, which contained traditional ingredients, like lettuce, red peppers, baby corn, Asian dressings, mandarin oranges, and wonton noodles.
Opening the short business meeting, President Donna Moffatt welcomed everyone and asked Cheryl Dawes to introduce new members. Rhonda Parkinson encouraged members to sign up to model Anthony’s fashions in the style show at the March meeting, and she announced Women’s Heart Health is the program in February. Bev Groft reported this month’s member contribution to the All Souls’ outreach program totaled $334.
Jo Potts opened the program’s Asian theme with a history of Mah Jongg. She told the group this popular game is thought by some to have philosophical roots with Confucius. More likely this game with tiles began in the 19th century among Asian poor who did not have the playing cards like the rich. There are many versions of this game in Asian countries
POTTS, NORMA HUDSON, AND RHONDA PARKINSON
and differences in the symbols on the tiles. The Americans have their own version of the game. It became so popular with Jewish women in New York, they formed a league to standardize the rules of the American game. Jo displayed her sets of Asian and American tiles to show their differences. She also mentioned there are Mah Jongg beginners’ classes offered in the Glen.
The Socialites were also fortunate to hear from Norma Hudson, who had experienced Chinese New Year’s celebrations in several Asian countries. She explained that the 3000-year-old Chinese New Year celebration is also called the Lunar New Year and a
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celebration of spring. She also explained each new year is named for one of the animals of their culture’s Zodiac. This year is The Year of the Horse.
Norma said it is the purpose of celebrations to usher in a time of health, unity, and prosperity and that celebrations are loud. Tradition calls for decorations in red and gold, firecrackers and drums. Lion and Dragon dancers perform their rituals to drive away evil spirits. It is also customary to give small gifts of money in decorated red envelopes.
Norma showed fascinating videos she had taken of Lion and Dragon dancers. Two highly skilled people wear the Lion costume, one to work the face with his hands, the other to jump onto stilts arranged in a row. The Dragon lies coiled until its handlers raise it and slither it among the onlookers. She also had film of a troupe of synchronized drummers who performed their version of a rhythmic dance cadence.
Norma, the sister-in-law of Rhonda Parkinson, has lived much of her adult life in Saudi Arabia and Malaysia where she served as an educator and superintendent of schools. Her son lives in Oklahoma City, and her daughter in Singapore. Norma currently resides in Fort Myers.
Socialites meet again at 11 a.m. in the ballroom, February 17.
TRAVEL CLUB TRAVELS TO FLORIDA’S SUGAR INDUSTRY!
DUANE PARKINSON, HERONS GLEN TRAVEL CLUB
On Monday, February 12, 34 members of our HG Travel Club boarded a motorcoach and headed East to Clewiston (on the southwest side of Lake Okeechobee) to learn about Clewiston history and the significance of the sugar industry in Florida.
Florida’s sugar industry produces about half of the U.S.-grown sugar and is centered primarily around “Lake O.” Florida sugar began in the 1920s and flourished in the 1960s after the Cuban embargo. The rich black muck soil south of Lake O is ideal for sugar cane cultivation and our sugar industry quickly grew. Florida produces about 2,000,000 tons of sugar annually on about 400,000 acres of soil. The industry contributes about $4,700,000,000 to Florida’s economy, larger than corn, soybeans and cotton all put together.
Our sugar industry employs thousands of workers, and the major companies are Florida Crystals and U.S. Sugar Corporation and a Florida Sugar Coop, composed of smaller sugar companies. The industry is located primarily in Palm Beach, Hendry and Glades counties, south and east of Lake O.
The sugar industry is careful in how it manages water and phosphorous runoff from the fields. We saw irrigation canals in the fields and
how the industry conserves water and uses it wisely. However, environmental groups continue to advocate land acquisition to restore natural water flow patterns to South Florida. It’s a continuing struggle between the two groups. On the one side, you have economic influence, jobs providing financial support for families in South Florida, and an important sweetener for the American population. On the other side, you have groups intent on preserving at all costs an important South Florida ecosystem – the Everglades.
Sugarcane is not grown from “seeds”; a stalk is placed horizontally in the ground and new cane buds produce the new vertically growing stalk. It takes three to four years to produce a mature sugarcane plant. These cane stalks have large quantities of dried leaves (“leaf trash”), which is highly flammable. If left in the fields, this can slow down next season’s growth. And these leaves attached to the canes require more processing. So, the sugar growers burn the fields to eliminate the leaf trash and then later harvest the canes by cutting the canes off a few inches above ground level. The mechanical harvester then cuts the cane into foot-long sections, which is then taken to the sugar mill. The sweet juice is then extracted from the fibrous cane, and the juice is then processed into the sweet substance we buy at the grocery store. Side note: You can buy the higher priced
brands of sugar or the cheaper generic store brand – but it’s all the same stuff and comes from the same processed pile of sugar at the sugar refinery.
We also toured the Clewiston Chamber of Commerce Building, which houses the chamber and a wonderful museum. The museum has educational exhibits of the original Seminole people living in South Florida. The museum also has many fossilized specimens of prehistoric animals who flourished in the South Florida area eons ago, such as land tortoises, giant ground sloths, mammoths, mastodons, and saber-tooth cats. It’s difficult to believe that these kinds of animals were once common in our area. Unfortunately, these animals couldn’t adapt to the constant cyclic environmental changes that have been happening to our planet since our planet began about 4,000,000,000 years ago. One scientific fact: You can’t stop environmental change. I’m not getting political – it’s just a scientific fact.
an excitingly educational trip to learn about this vitally important industry to South Florida and the United States as a whole.
We returned home that afternoon, after having had
VOG DISCOVERS CAPE CORAL’S IWO
JIMA MEMORIAL SCULPTURE
PAM SCHEID, HERONS GLEN
The guest speaker at the January meeting of the Veterans of the Glen was Michael Geml, a Cape Coral resident and banker. In 1980, while on a property assessment look into the derelict Rose Garden, which had been closed since 1970, Geml came across what looked like the famous Iwo Jima flag raising monument by Felix de Weldon. The sculpture was badly damaged and covered with graffiti. Even in this condition, Geml thought it should be salvaged.
Geml arranged for the monument to be moved to his bank’s parking lot on Viscaya Parkway. From his research into the history of this work, he learned the Rosen brothers, Cape Coral developers, brought the statue to their Rose Garden in the 1950s to be a tourist attraction and to help sell property. More information led him to believe the sculpture was not a replica. Instead, it could be one of the original three identical monuments inspired by the photo taken by war correspondent Joe Rosenthal and created by Felix de Weldon.
Curiosity and the resulting national publicity surrounding this find reached Felix de Weldon, who came to Cape Coral to see for himself. His reaction upon seeing the condition of the sculpture was to fall to his knees and cry, “What have they done to my children?” De Weldon and his associate agreed to restore the sculpture. Fortunately, the original molds existed and by May 1981, they returned to Cape Coral to repair the sculpture. Its authenticity established, Geml wanted this national treasure to be displayed in a place to honor veterans.
Unfortunately, Hurricane Charlie once again caused serious damage to the monument. This time, a community led foundation and the city raised the funds to once again restore the sculpture. Today, it can be seen and admired in Cape Coral’s Veterans Memorial Park.
Michael Geml’s nearly 20 years of dedication and tireless effort to save
the Iwo Jima sculpture and to verify its authenticity has resulted in a priceless gift to the community of one of the three original sculptures created by Felix de Weldon. The others are located on the Marine base on Paris Island, S.C., and in Washington, D.C.
As a part of the brief business meeting, President Bruce Johnson announced Chuck Rimlinger as the new Member-at-Large on
the VOG Board. Johnson then requested a VOG Honor Guard to appear at the opening ceremonies of the Herons Glen MemberGuest golf tournament. He also encouraged members to wear red on Fridays in honor of veterans.
The Veterans of the Glen meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. All resident military veterans are welcome.
Sports
8-BALL TEAM
MIKE STROPES, HERONS GLEN
As shown in the following standings table, Herons Glen 8-Ball team finished in seventh place among the 10 teams in the 2025 Fall session, an improvement from eighth place. Of note for the fall session was the MVPs rankings out of all 64 pool players. For the 45 matches played in the fall session, Jim Ingersoll finished eighth in the list of the League’s MVPs and Al Southerland finished 14th.
The 2025 spring session starts January 20, and Herons Glen’s first spring session match
is an away game at Del Tura. Of course, by the time this article is published the team will have completed three weeks of matches. Regarding the new session, the team will be striving to continue to improve their performance and final position by the end of the season on March 17.
Individuals wishing to learn more about the Herons Glen 8-Ball team or the North Fort Myers Seniors 8-Ball League can contact Al Southerland (alsailor60@gmail.com) or go to the website: Seniors 8-ball League | NFM8-ball. Al Southerland and Paul Koenig are pictured below in action in the Herons Glen pool room during the match with Tamiami Village on January 6.
Sports
MIXED BOWLING LEAGUE RESULTS
MIKE STROPES, HERONS GLEN
Here are the results from the first two weeks of the second half of the Herons Glen Mixed Bowling League season. The league’s season concludes on March 17 with the winners of the first and second halves bowling against one another to determine the league champion. Should you be interested in joining the league please send an email to:
NEW SANDBOX ON HOLE 4!
PAUL BURKE, HERONS GLEN
The Mavericks Golf Group paid for, built and installed a new sandbox on Hole No.4 just to the right of the fourth tee box.
HeronsGlenBowling@gmail.com with your contact information and how you would like to participate (full-time or Sub). Also, you can complete an inquiry form on the bowling website: HG Bowling | Herons Glen Bowling League.
Since there is always a backup on this hole, the group felt this was a good place to add sand to your bottles so we can keep the rest of the front nine in proper shape.
The sandbox was built with high quality composite materials and coated with epoxy paint to stand up to the elements for a long time to come.
Thank you, Mavericks!
JOHN DARCY, TIM CRETENS, DON OFFUTT, AND PAUL BURKE
TOP 3 TEAMS FOR THE 2ND HALF OF THE SEASON – RESULTS AS OF JANUARY 13, 2026
Place determined by Points & Pin Fall
Team Members
1st Place : So Close - 10 pts w/4743 Pins Maryann Peckham, Ali Foster, Banks Williams, Al Casten
2nd Place : Strikes & Spares – 9 pts w/4864 pins Laurie Decker, Cindi Woodard, John Cook, Terri Velting
3rd Place : 3 Guys and a Gal – 9 pts w/4735 pins Arthur Lippens, Marilyn Levin, Jack Peckham, Dan Liebner
LEAGUE’S TOP BOWLERS BY CATEGORY FOR THE 2025-2026 SEASON TO DATE
Categories* First Second Third Substitutes
TOP FEMALE BOWLERS
Scratch Series Linda Protani-537 Skipper Cook-450 Andrea Helms-445 Melanie Westfall-478
Scratch Game Pat Spagnolo-194 Ali Foster-175 Donna Moffat-173
Melanie Westfall-185
Handicap Series Valerie Mccarter-734 Joann Owens-712 Kathy Fluharty-701 Melanie Westfall-709
Handicap Game Carol Cotter-263 Kimberly Bock -259 Shelly Christiansen-257 Melanie Westfall-260
Highest Average Linda Protani-161 Pat Spagnolo-148 Terri Velting-142** Ann Casten-140
Avg After 9th Game Ali Foster +19 Maryann Peckham +17 Bonnie Stropes +16 not applicable
TOP MALE BOWLERS
Scratch Series Dave Jager-661
Ed Schmidt-598 John Pope-588
Chuck Minerd-673
Scratch Game Terry McElfresh-246 Dan Liebner-238 Mike Fell-231 Chuck Minerd-246
Handicap Series Steve Levin-733 Ernest Muserallo-707 Mick Woodard-701 Chuck Minerd-673
Handicap Game Ron Decker-283 Banks Williams-270 Steve Brogan-265
Highest Average Dave Jager-191 Ron Decker-190 Dan Liebner-183
Chuck Minerd-246
Chuck Minerd-188
Avg After 9th Game Dan Liebner +26 Ernest Muserallo +22 John Pope +14 not applicable
*The League award rule of no repeat bowlers in any of the 4 categories for the weekly results apply only to the Scratch and Handicap categories. This provides greater depth of recognition for our League’s bowlers. All results are derived from Bowlero Coral’s League Pals Leaderboard web page. **Requires adjusting for converting from sub to fulltime bowler.
Sports
CALLING ALL SPORTS FANS!
SANDY DUNHAM, HERONS GLEN
The Herons Glen Tennis Association is excited to invite everyone to our End of Season All Sports Fiesta—and when we say everyone, we mean everyone who’s a good sport. Whether you hit those little white balls around Herons Glen’s beautiful golf course, went to Cape Coral to bowl with your neighbors, hit those pesky little yellow balls on the pickleball or tennis courts, threw those bean bags, bocce balls or softballs, or stretched it out in yoga, line
dancing, or tried your skill at sailing. You don’t have to be sporty—just ready to party. So, plan to join us for our End of Season Sports Fiesta on April 11.
This evening will be about celebrating the friendships we’ve made and the fun we’ve shared. Come enjoy good food, music, dancing, laughter, and good company as we wrap up another fantastic sports season together.
More details to follow but for now, please save the date and plan to join us for a wonderful night with a Mexican flair!
TENNIS, ANYONE?
GREG YOPP, HERONS GLEN
RESOURCE HUB
HERONS GLEN OFFICIAL SOURCES FOR INFORMATION
Herons Glen Golf and Country Club Website: http://hggcc.com
Herons Glen Homeowners Association Website: http://heronsglenhoa.org
Herons Glen Recreation District Website: https://heronsglencc.com
HGRD Weekly Newsletter Emails and Online: https://heronsglencc.com/group/pages/communications
The Heron Online and Community TV Channels 901 and 902: https://hggcc.com/Wordpress/index.php/communications/
Calling On All Writers!
The Heron magazine has arrived and with it, new ways to share with the community! How would you like to be a part of The Heron’s growth? We are looking to expand community engagement. Do you write poetry? Do you want to share a great recipe? Do you have a special hobby? Do you have an interesting family history,
story, or event to share? Do you have gardening advice? We know all you “Glenners” out there are experts on something or have stories to tell! We would love to hear from you! Just contact us at HGNewspaper@gmail.com. We can even help you write up your information!
