April Newsletter 2014

Event Highlights

Easter Brunch

Osprey Room at the Golf Club Sunday, April 20 • 11:00am-2:30pm $26++ per person Reservations are required and may be made by calling (239) 985-1795. D i s p l ays Fresh Baked Rolls, Mini Bagels, Breakfast Breads, Muffins, Butter & Cream Cheese Sliced Fresh Fruit & Berry Display Assorted Imported & Domestic Cheese Display, Crackers Ice Carving Display To Include: Oysters on the Half Shell, Cocktail Sauce and Lemon Chilled Peel & Eat Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce Seasonal Salads Mediterranean Shrimp, Pasta Pearl & Asparagus Salad with Roasted Pepper Vinaigrette Smoked Turkey Cobb Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette Caprese Salad, Mini Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes and Basil Dressing Omelet Station and Carved Meats Chef Customized Omelet Station Honey Baked Ham with Bourbon Glaze and Mustards Roasted Leg of Lamb with Rosemary Red Wine Sauce with Mint Jelly Hot Dishes Smoked Bacon & Breakfast Sausage Links Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes Lemon-Pepper Grilled Chicken, Tropical Glaze with Mango-Pineapple Salsa Honey Mustard Roasted Fresh Salmon Spring Baby Vegetable Medley with Asparagus and Mushroom Scrumptious Sweets Table

Easter Sunrise Service

Sunday, April 20 • 7:00am • Amphitheater Non-denominational service. Communion will be given. Collection at service will benefit CCMI.

Concert on the Beach Cheeseburger in Paradise Featuring a Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band - The Landsharks Wednesday, April 9 Food available 4:30-6:30pm, Concert starts at 6:30pm Concert $15 per person Buffet $14++ per person Enjoy an evening on the beach while listening to Jimmy Buffet tunes performed by The Landsharks on the fishing pier. Bring your beach chairs. Tables, coolers and smoking will not be permitted. Buffet will be on the Promenade outside Destinations with tables available for dining on the beach. Please make your reservations to attend by logging in to the website and clicking on the Club Calendar or by calling Soleil Health & Fitness at (239) 985-1751. Information regarding reservations can be found on Page 2 of this newsletter.

M E N U Build Your Own Burger Build Your Own Chicken Sandwich Choice of cheese: Swiss, American, Cheddar, Provolone, Blue Cheese Choice of fixings: Green leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, cilantro, red onion, tomato, pickle, cucumber sauce, avocado, black olives, jalapenos, pepperoncini, mustard, ketchup, mayo, mustard, coarse grain mustard, BBQ, chipotle mayo, pickle relish and onion marmalade Fresh cooked homemade chips Mixed green salad with choice of balsamic or poppy seed dressing Fresh fruit salad 7 bean salad with honey cilantro vinaigrette Baked Beans Mac & Cheese Franks a la Gary Key Lime Tarts and Strawberry Shortcake

Payment Address for Pelican Preserve Town Center

Reservations for events may be made online by logging in to the Residents website and clicking on the Club Calendar. If you are making reservations for a group, please include all names in your party. For your convenience, the online reservation window has a list of Resident names on the rightside. Simply type in the last name of the Resident you wish to add to the reservation and click their name to add. A confirmation email will automatically be sent to all those in your party. Names of guests and/or special requests may be entered in the “Comment” box in the online reservation window for each event.

All payments to Pelican Preserve Town Center should be mailed to: Pelican Preserve Town Center, Dept# 3301, P.O. Box 310754, Boca Raton, FL 33431-0754. This change is for the Pelican Preserve Town Center only, not Pelican Preserve Golf Club. If you are using bill pay through your bank, please advise your bank of the new address to ensure your payments go to the correct address. New remittance envelopes are enclosed with your statements if you wish to pay by check. If you are currently paying online through the Town Center website, no changes need to be made.

2014 Pelican Preserve Dog Tags Now Available If you are interested in utilizing the dog park, you must register your dog at the Town Center’s Administrative Office. Once your dog is registered, we will issue a special tag for your dog and provide you with the gate code. You are welcome to complete the required forms at home and bring them to the Office. Forms may be found in the Administrative Office and on the Pelican Preserve website under Forms and Documents. Please note that the Dog Park will be closed the first Monday of every month for routine maintenance.

2014 Annual Amenities Survey Pelican Preserve Golf Club ............................................... March 27 – April 25 Pelican Preserve Town Center ....................................................April 3 – May 2 The 2014 Annual Amenities Survey is available online and may be completed at www.wci-club-survey. com. In order to gain a clear understanding of individual facilities, we are separating surveys at Pelican Preserve Golf Club and Pelican Preserve Town Center. Please limit your comments to the services and Staff of each specific survey. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete, and both the primary and secondary extension on the membership account may complete the survey. This small investment of your time will provide your Club with an invaluable amount of information. Upon completion of the survey, you will be entered into a drawing for a $250 Pelican Preserve gift card. There will be one winner from each Club. Thank you in advance for taking the time to provide us with your feedback!

The Resident making reservation will be charged for all in their party, unless names are included at the time of reservation. You may also make reservations by calling Soleil Health & Fitness at (239) 985-1751. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance for all events or you will be charged for the event where applicable. If you have questions, please contact any Soleil staff member or email Terri at [email protected].

Thursday, April 17 7:00-9:00pm in the Magnolia Room $10 per person • Snacks Provided • Cash Bar Available Great music and fun provided by our favorite Pelican Preserve DJ Bob Cox. Peace, love and go-go boots. Gather your friends for a night of dancing to the music that shaped a decade. Please make your reservations to attend by logging in to the Pelican Preserve website or by calling Soleil. Table request accepted - please include the name of everyone in your party.

From the Administrative Office Security at Pelican Preserve

Securitas will be checking Residents and guests for wristband and ID cards on a more frequent basis. Please remember to bring your Resident wristbands or ID cards with you to the outdoor pool and various areas at the Town Center. If you are in need of a wristband, please inquire with the Staff at Soleil. Guest wristbands may be picked up at the Fitness Center as well.

Keep Your Information Up to Date

Don’t forget to update your information with Debbie Bill in the Administrative Office! Debbie can be reached at (239) 985-1770 or via email at debbiebill@wcicommunities. com. You may also log in to the Resident website to update your information which is automatically routed to the Administrative Office upon update! Please be sure to update: • Address and Phone Numbers • Birthday so you can be a part of the Birthday Club at Destinations • Emergency Contact Form (which can be updated by filling out a form at Soleil). The emergency contact information is kept on file in the event we need to contact someone for you. Pelican Preserve Vehicle Storage Lot All vehicles parked in the Pelican Preserve storage lot must be registered with the Town Center Administrative Office. To register your vehicle, please contact Debbie Bill in the Town Center Administrative Office at (239) 985-1770. Any unregistered vehicle in the Pelican Preserve storage lot will be towed at the owner’s expense. Residents returning from the North who are planning to store vehicles and trailers in the storage lot over the winter should contact Debbie Bill in the Town Center Administrative Office so she may update the storage lot records. Friendly Reminders: • All guests must check in at the Fitness Center to obtain temporary wristbands before using the outdoor pool. Guests using the Fitness Center must check in at the Front Desk and pay a guest fee. • Please refrain from smoking in the outdoor pool area and the eating area by Frescos. Smoking areas are located

outside the pool fence. • No glass containers are allowed in the pool areas. • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa per the Lee County Health Department. • During inclement weather please alert the staff in the Fitness Center to lower umbrellas at the Outdoor Pool to prevent damage. • Please adhere to posted speed limits throughout Pelican Preserve and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. • Golf course and cart paths are for golfers only. Please do not use the golf course or cart paths to jog, run, walk or walk your dog. This includes early morning and evening hours. • For safety reasons, please do not walk/run in the middle of the streets.

Looking for the Newspaper

While Out and About at Pelican Preserve:

Alligators have been seen along the sidewalk near the hedges on Pelican Preserve Boulevard and will be active over the next several months as they roam from pond to pond. Please use caution when walking in the dark and bring a flashlight with you when walking at night.

• Please do not ride bikes on the sidewalks. Use the bike lanes on Pelican Preserve Boulevard. When riding on the road, ride with the flow of traffic, not against it. Don’t forget your helmet! • When walking in the community, please use the sidewalks. • Help us maintain the beauty in our natural areas and please properly dispose of dog waste. Do not throw waste bags in the Preserve area. • Please do not feed the wildlife in the Preserve or in your neighborhoods. This includes birds and alligators. • For safety reasons, please do not walk/run in the middle of the streets. Pelican Preserve Website For questions about the website or information on how to log in, please contact Stacy Logue at (239) 985-1755 or email [email protected]. Channel 195 Please make sure to reference Channel 195 on your Comcast cable network for all the latest Pelican Preserve news and information. Enjoy new slides and graphics while staying informed on what is going on this summer.

For your convenience, a Fort Myers NewsPress newspaper stand is now located in the Town Center across from the dog park.

Pelican Preserve Name Tags

We encourage Pelican Preserve Residents to wear name tags to Pelican Preserve events, functions and get-togethers. Now is a great time to order a name tag! To order your name tag, please contact Beverly Hoffmann at (239) 313-6332 or via email at ronbevhoffmann@ comcast.net or Mary Jo Nardello at (239) 225-6733 or via email at [email protected]. Your name and neighborhood will be printed on the name tag. The color of your name tag will be specific to your neighborhood. The cost for each name tag is $8.50 and payment is due at the time of ordering.

Wildlife at Pelican Preserve

Don’t have email? Want to know what is happening in Pelican Preserve? There are now paper copies of all the Residents Alliance and Town Center emails in a binder in the Pelican Lounge. Please leave binder in Lounge so all have access to the information.

ote: Please N

rd Bulletin Boa y it n u m m o C The are card display s s e in s u b d n a r puter room fo m o c e th in located nce. your convenie

Member Night Out Passport Drawing Night Tuesday, April 15 5:00-8:00pm Exclusive Me mbers

Only Progra m • issued per Membership • Previously attended eve nts will not stamped if a replaceme be nt card is issu ed 1 Passport

Happy hour drink prices Bring your passport, each stamp earns one entry into the drawing. The winning ticket will be drawn at 6:00pm for a $750 Pelican Preserve gift card. Entertainment provided by Taylor Stokes. Please register to attend by calling (239) 985-1795. Member’s

Name _____

Account Numb

__________

__________

er __________

__________

__________

__________

__________

________

__________

__________

2013-2014 Memb Passport Pro ership gram

__

LGA/MGA Dinner Dance Friday, April 11 • 5:00-9:00pm

5:00pm Cocktails 5:30pm Awards 6:15pm Dinner $22++ per person Entertainment provided by Bob Cox. Reservations are required and may be made by calling (239) 985-1795.

MENU

Fresh baked rolls and butter Baby Iceberg Double Wedge – smoked bleu cheese, bacon, tear drop tomatoes, cucumber with parmesan peppercorn dressing Roasted Chicken Roulade and Jumbo Shrimp – with tomato basil cream, baby French green beans, roasted garlic whipped potatoes Mini Bananas Foster Cake – caramel mouse, fresh cream and cherry

Theme Night Dinner

Golf Lessons and Clinics Weekly clinics and private lessons available. Private lessons can be made by appointment with any one of our Golf Professional Staff. Golf Clinics Saturday, Wednesday and Friday 10:00am Monday 10:30am No registration necessary, please check in at the Golf Shop upon your arrival. Mah Jongg at the Golf Club Every Wednesday at 1:00pm • Every Saturday at 9:30am Members Dining Room Come join the fun as the Pelican Preserve Ladies Golf Members are playing Mah Jongg

Tropical Night

Saturday, April 19 • 6:00-9:00pm $38++ per person (four-course dinner) Entertainment by Steel Drum Soloist Harold Antoine. Reservations may be made by calling (239) 985-1795.

MENU

Steamed edamame with sea salt Hawaiian sweet rolls, butter Caribbean Shrimp Cocktail – seared shrimp with lime and mild jerk seasoning, grilled romaine and pineapple mango salsa Mojito Granita Island Style Beef Short Rib “Osso Bucco”- slowly braised until fork tender in demi-glace, mango nectar and adobo, mashed sweet potatoes and plantain OR Seafood in Coconut Sauce, Dominican Style – red snapper, king crab legs and lobster – simmered with coconut milk, garlic, onion, green pepper, tomato and cilantro Rice and pigeon peas Warm caramelized pineapple, macadamia nut and chocolate wonton with toasted coconut ice cream Presented tableside

Winners of the MGA Member/Guest Tournament: The Tradition

Congratulations to the overall winners Mike Mills and his guest Robert Bihun!

Upcoming MGA Major Events

Tradition Flight Winners: Gary McLane and guest Gary L’Europa

Sunday, April 13 Masters Tournament

Gary Liberti and guest Dave Liberti

Paul Bliss and guest Mike Green

Gary Shienfield and guest Dan Kochanowski

Wednesday, April 16 Super Wednesday

Tom Embrosky and guest Robert Pochopin Jim Tracey and guest Len Goeke Marty Mikulas and guest Lee Heroux

Congratulations to the following Members:

Priscilla Lee – Egret 3 (5-wood) Nancy McGeorge – IIbis 7 (8-iron)

Bill Palleria and guest Carl Nosenzo

G O L F C L U B H O U R S O F O P E R AT I O N Golf Shop 7:00am-5:00pm Daily Practice Facilities 7:15am-4:00pm Closed at 2:00pm Tuesday and Thursday

D ining Spoonbills Golf Club Snack Shop Open to All Residents Daily 7:00am-6:00pm Full Menu Available Breakfast 9:00-11:00am Lunch 11:00am - 3:00pm Loons Member Dining 11:00am-7:00pm Daily

Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm Happy Hour 3:00-6:00pm Monday - Friday Loons Little Bites Menu 3:00-5:30pm Friday & Sunday Dinner 5:00-8:00pm

Please be advised that dinner service will not be available on Friday, April 11 or Friday, April 25 due to previously-scheduled events.

Congratulations

to the March 10 Interclub Players

Upcoming Events Interclub at Olde Hickory Monday, April 7 • 8:00am shotgun

Neighbor Cup – Nine Hole Event

Tuesday, April 8 • 2:00pm shotgun Pelican Preserve hosting Colonial and Plantation Country Clubs. Please sign up online.

End of Season Awards and Step Away Scramble

Tuesday, April 29 • 8:30am shotgun followed by lunch Annual election of officers and presentation of awards. A separate sign-up sheet to attend only the luncheon and meeting is posted in the ladies locker room.

LGA 2014-2015 Season Membership Confirmation

Please let us know if you will renew your LGA membership for the coming season by indicating such in the alphabetized binder located on the desk outside the locker rooms, or email Sharon Presutti at [email protected] with your intentions regarding LGA membership next season. Additionally, please submit your dues before you head north for the summer, to ensure you will be included in the 20142015 Membership Directory, which is printed in September. Dues will remain $40. Make your check payable to Pelican Preserve LGA and place it in the wooden box located on the desk outside the locker rooms.

The ladies earned top points for Pelican Preserve at Highland Woods:

Fran Auker, Annemarie Kunz, Sandy Finley, Vicki Foster, Hee Soo Kim, Rayka Mandaric, and Wanda Michmerhuizen. LGA Non-Season Play The LGA will continue to have tee times through the summer months. Effective May 1, the Golf Shop will coordinate a game whenever eight or more ladies register to play. Chipin competitions will not take place in the off-season.

Tennis Hours of Operation

Tennis Anyone? Round Robin - All levels 8:30-10:30am Wednesday Must have basic tennis skills, including putting a serve into play and the ability to keep score.

7:00am-5:00pm Monday through Thursday 7:00am-3:00pm Friday 8:00am-12:00pm Saturday Sunday – Closed

Competitive Doubles – Matched by ability 8:30-10:30am Thursday.

For questions or to register for tennis clinics, please call (239) 985-1761 or (239) 985-1762.

New Procedures

Due to the popularity of the Friday Men’s Day program, and to better accommodate everyone, the registration format has been changed. There will be two sessions 1:00pm and 3:00pm. The 3:00pm matches may start earlier than 3:00pm depending on court availability. Participants may call on Wednesday at 7:00am or email at 7:00am. The first 24 to register will play at 1:00pm. Anyone after that will play at 3:00pm. Anyone after that will play at 3:00pm.

How to Register

Call Carol at (239) 985-1762 or email [email protected].

Men’s Day (All Levels) Friday 1:00pm and 3:00pm October - May Tennis Clinics Tuesday 8:00 - 9:30am 2.5-3.0 Tuesday 9:30 - 11:00am 3.0-3.5 Pre-registration required for all clinics. A minimum of four per clinic. Cost is $12 per person to participate. Call Carol to register at (239) 985-1762.

Ball Machine Club Members To keep the ball machine in top condition, please do not use it in the rain or extremely humid conditions. Open Play – All Levels Welcome Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 -11:00am Tuesday/Thursday 6:00-8:00-pm Round Robin - Skill Level 3.0 and Higher Tuesday • 8:00-10:00am and 10:00am-12:00pm Residents may sign up as early as 7:00am on Friday morning. Non-Resident (renters/guests) may sign up as early as Monday at 7:00am. Round Robin - Skill Level 2.5 and Under Thursday • 8:00-10:00am and 10:00am-12:00pm If a court is not in use, there will be open play for skill level 2.0 and under. Residents may sign up as early as

7:00am on Tuesday morning, Non-Resident (renters/ guests) may sign up as early as Wednesday at 7:00am. The preferred method for signing up for Round Robins is to email Carol Green at [email protected]. Reservations will not be acknowledged before 7:00am. You may sign up for yourself, and spouse or significant other. Pickleball Mixer/Social Saturday, April 5 • 4:00pm Bring a dish to share, your own beverages and chairs, and of course pickleball attire. All other Pickleball court reservations may be scheduled two days in advance for two-hour time slots. The court reservation sheet is in the bulletin board outside the Tennis Casita. Court/ tennis shoes are required to play. Please see Carol or Bob in the Tennis Shop for information and questions (239) 985-1762.

Soleil Health & Fitness

Monday through Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm

Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Group Exercise Schedule –April 2014 Time 7:00am 7:45am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am

Monday

Tuesday

Rise & Shine PB

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Rise & Shine PB Yogilates PB

Pilates Plus PB

Core Strength & Stretch CH Interval Overdrive EM

Pilates Plus PB

Foam Roll & Stretch HS Interval Overdrive PB

Total Body TL

Total Body TL

Circuit EM

Outdoor Boot Camp CH

Outdoor Boot Camp CH

Aqua Boot Camp EM

Aqua Belts, Bars & Bands SL

11:00am 12:15pm 1:00pm 2:00pm

Fun & Fit TL

*Yoga DG

Step It Up TL

*Yoga DG

Water Aerobics EM

Aqua Intervals EM

Water Aerobics SL Yoga CH

Aqua Core and Strength Water Aerobics SL CH

Yoga CH First Step to Fitness CH Breathe, Stretch & Relax PB Line Dancing PB

TRX Training Class CH Aqua Jocks SL

Aquatic Exercise Participants Please be aware of Residents swimming laps prior to class start times. Lap swimmers have the right to the pool until classes start. Thank you for your cooperation!

Aqua Jocks Men’s-Only Water Fitness Class Monday and Wednesday • 2:00pm TRX Training Class Tuesday and Thursday • 2:00pm

Stabilize & Stretch HS TRX Training Class CH

3:00pm

*Yoga Class Fees Residents: $5 per class Guests: $10 per class (includes $5 guest fee to use facilities)

Zumba PB

Foam Roll & Stretch HS Water Aerobics 10:15 HS

First Step to Fitness CH On The Ball PB

Aqua Jocks SL

Intro to Step (30 minutes) HS

Aqua Belts, Bars & Bands SL

9:30am 10:00am

saturday

Intro to TRX CH

Participants must have an orientation and/or attend the Intro to TRX class and successfully perform basic elements of using the TRX strap system before advancing to the TRX Training Class. Pilates Class Reminder Pilates has to be a commitment - not just an occasional drop in. Join the class after learning the concept and the exercises in a private or semi-private lesson with Patti Barre. Learn more by contacting Patti in the Fitness Center or call (239) 985-1750.

Soleil Spa

Pick up a spa menu of services at the front desk of Soleil with options for you and/or your guests.

Spring has Sprung at the Spa at Soleil

Buy 6, Get the 7th Free Don’t forget about our Spa Club at Soleil. Purchase and receive 6 spa services and get the 7th spa service free. Inquire with the Staff at the front desk to get your Spa Club card.

Schedule a service in April and choose an egg from our Easter Basket and enjoy discounts on your service or receive a free product.

Pelican Preserve Streetwalkers Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 7:30am

Walkers meet outside the fitness center. Enjoy a three-mile walk, and coffee and conversation on the Promenade following the walk.

7:40 Men’s Walking Club Monday, Wednesday and Friday • 7:40am

All levels included and beginners are welcome! Meet at the fitness center and walk for 45 minutes at a moderate pace. No golf carts, bikes, pogo sticks, etc. Coffee and conversation (optional) after walking.

Wellness Series Programs & Presentations

Sharing Healthy Habits Second Wednesday of the month at 2:00pm in the Pelican Lounge April 9 Join us for a casual monthly get-together to share recipes, experiences and advice on healthy living. This support group has open discussion on healthy lifestyle skills and practices. Pelican Preserve Meditation Group Thursday • 4:00-5:00pm $5 per class Each class is designed for beginning and experienced meditators. All are welcome weekly to the Town Center classroom upstairs in the Fitness Center. Meditation is a practice in which a person trains the mind to yield a state of consciousness, peace and/or wisdom. There is abundant research indicating the many benefits of meditation, related to mood states, blood pressure, relaxation, etc. Leader Rich Byrne, D.Min., is a Pelican Preserve Resident and an Interfaith Minister who had

35 years of experience in leading Buddhist-inspired Mindfulness groups. Please register to attend by calling Soleil at (239) 985-1751. Line Dancing Monday • 2:00pm Fee: $3 paid directly to Patti Guest Waiver Reminder All guests of Residents are required to complete a Guest Waiver at the Front Desk of Soleil before working out. This includes participating in any classes. A daily $5 guest fee will be charged to the Resident account or guests can pay cash when checking in. Yoga guest fees $5. Equipment Sign Out Croquet, badminton, basketballs, volleyballs, playground balls and bats are available for sign out. Horseshoes and lawn bowling equipment are located in the storage box out on the green. Please sign out equipment in the book located in the Aquatics Office and sign it back in when you are finished using it.

Make reservations by calling (239) 985-1688 or log in to the Residents website and make your reservation online by clicking Online Dining Reservations. Sunday Breakfast Buffet will not be served at Destinations on April 20 due to Easter Buffet at the Golf Club.

Destinations Lunch Service

11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday - Saturday

Destinations’ Wild Wednesday Happy Hour

5:00-8:00pm Wednesday 5:00-7:00pm Food available Half-priced drinks and buffet available.

Entertainment every week from 6:30 - 8:30:

April 2..................... “Mr. Pelican” Bob Cox April 9 Closed for Cheeseburger in Paradise Concert Event April 16................... DJ Randy Ray April 23................... Tina Church April 30................... “Mr. Pelican” Bob Cox

Dinner Service

4:30-8:00pm Thursday - Saturday 3:00-6:00pm

Happy hour half-priced drinks and Bar Bites Menu

Sunday Breakfast Buffet

10:00am-1:00pm • $12++ per person

Special Sunday Brunch

Sunday April 27 • 10:00am-1:00pm $18++ Includes bacon, sausage, corned beef hash, breakfast potatoes, eggs benedict, raw bar including peel-n-eat shrimp and oysters on a half-shell, carving stations, dessert and more!

Frescos Poolside Dining

11:00am-3:00pm • Tuesday - Sunday

Frescos Grillin’ & Chillin’ by the Pool

Saturday, April 26 • 12:00-2:00pm

Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall

Special Event

All tickets are Star Orchestra seating. Payment is due at the time of reservations and can be charged to your Town Center Account. Limited Seating Available. All ticket prices include tax and service fee. Reservations can be made by calling or stopping by the Front Desk of Soleil or by logging on to www.pelicanpreservelifestyles.com and click on Activities & Events tab.

Million Dollar Quartet Friday, April 4, 2014 at 8:00pm - $76 Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 1:00pm - $69 Million Dollar Quartet is the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. On December 4, 1956, these four young musicians were gathered together by Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ’n’ Roll” at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions of all time. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring timeless hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Matchbox,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog” and more. This thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with four major talents who came together as a red-hot rock ‘n’ roll band for one unforgettable night. Don’t miss your chance to be a fly on the wall of fame... at Million Dollar Quartet!

Verdi’s Opera “Aida” Tuesday, April 15 3:00pm This epic drama of ancient Egypt comes to life in the Metropolitan Opera’s monumental production. Filmed in 2009 – 150 minutes plus a 10 minute intermission.

Wednesday Night Movies

Award winning, Independent and Documentary Films - Showtimes 4:00pm & 7:00pm Seating for movies is on first-come, first serve basis with doors opening 30 minutes prior to showtime. Your Town Center Cards/Green Wristbands are required for admittance to the movies. Guests must be accompanied by Resident.

April 2 – The Other Son

While preparing to enter the Israeli military for his compulsory service, young Joseph Silberg learns he was accidentally switched at birth with the son of an Arab couple from the West Bank -- a shocking revelation that sends both families reeling. Rated PG-13 – For a scene, brief language, and drug use. 112 minutes including cartoon April 9 – No Movie – Concert on the Beach Event

April 16 – The Music Never Stopped

Nearly 20 years after their son ran away from home, his estranged parents learn he has a brain tumor that prevents him from forming new memories. Desperate to reconnect, the father realizes the best way is through the classic rock music he despises. Rated PG – For thematic elements, some mild drug use, language, and smoking. 107 minutes

April 23 – Woman on the 6th Floor

When their maid unceremoniously quits, stodgy French businessman Jean-Louis and his socialite wife replace her with a vivacious Spanish lass who, along with her spirited friends, shows Jean-Louis a world beyond his circumscribed bourgeois life. Not Rated – 113 minutes including cartoon

April 30 – Rape of Europa (rescheduled from an earlier date) Joan Allen narrates this documentary that chronicles 12 years of the Nazis’ pillaging works of art throughout Europe and the international effort to locate, protect and return millions of valuable treasures. The film traces the story of art lovers and everyday heroes who tried to thwart the looting Nazis and reveals how experts from Europe and the United States are working to recover priceless works of art missing or hidden for decades. The current theatrical release “Monuments Men” is based on this actual event. Unrated – 124 minutes including cartoon If Rape of Europa is not available, the following film will be substituted instead.

The First Grader

Based on a true story, this inspirational drama profiles the amazing determination of 84-year-old Kenyan Kimani N’gan’ga Maruge, a Mau Mau freedom fighter who wants to take advantage of a new universal education decree by learning how to read. Rated PG-13 – For some disturbing violent content and brief nudity. 110 minutes including cartoon.

Showtimes are at 1:00pm (Closed Caption), 4:00pm & 7:00pm (Popcorn not available at the 1:00pm show) Seating for movies is on first-come, first serve basis with doors opening 30 minutes prior to showtime. Your Town Center cards/green wristbands are required for admittance to the movies. Guests must be accompanied by Resident.

April 4 – Side Effects

When a young wife’s depression spirals out of control due to her husband’s prison release, she turns to a new medication that alters her life forever. Rated R – For sexuality, nudity, violence and language. 105 minutes

April 11 – Pitch Perfect

This music-steeped comedy draws on the world of a cappella groups to tell the story of an intense competition between three ensembles. Anna Kendrick stars in this airy look at an age-old art form that’s steadily gaining modern popularity. Rated PG-13 – For sexual material, language and drug references. 112 minutes

April 18 – Dolphin Tale

A badly maimed juvenile dolphin is given a new tail, and a new life, through the efforts of the humans who save it in this true-life adventure saga. After losing its tail to a crab trap, the dolphin is doomed until a young boy spots its plight. Rated PG – For some mild thematic elements. 113 minutes

April 25 – The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

When his stage partner quits the act after being injured during a trick, burned-out Las Vegas magician Burt Wonderstone must find a way to persuade his sidekick to return to help fend off the hotshot rival who’s seizing the spotlight. Rated PG-13 – For Sexual content, dangerous stunts, a drug-related incident and language. 100 minutes

Events requiring reservations are indicated. Please see Page 2 of the newsletter for reservation information. Beer Tasting Tuesday, April 22 • 5:00-7:00pm • $15++ Magnolia Room Craft beer stations and appetizer stations. Menu to follow. Picture Day at Soleil – Get your picture taken and enjoy a FREE cookie Wednesday, April 23 As we update the profiles on our point of sale system at the Town Center we ask Residents to stop by Soleil Health & Fitness so we may take your picture. This helps Staff to properly identify Residents and ensure accounts are charged correctly. If you have already had your picture taken, it is not necessary to have it taken again. Not sure if you’ve had your picture taken? Contact the Fitness Staff to verify. We will continue to have monthly “Picture Days” throughout the year to make sure we get pictures of all Residents. Pelican University – Offered by Have a Lecture Will Travel Lectures presented by Mr. Steven Valdespino, M.A., Brown University. The author of Timothy Hatherly and the Plymouth Colony Pilgrims, and a teacher for 25 years, Mr. Valdespino has taught at the University of Central Florida, Lely High and Edison State College. He is the founder of HAVE LECTURE WILL TRAVEL and his programs promise Energy, Enthusiasm and Erudition! Intellectual stimulation has never been such fun. Astronomy and Docktails- rescheduled from March Friday, April 4 Town Center Fishing Pier • 7:00pm • Fee: $5 Some celestial treats from the comfort of your own chair while sitting on the pier. Those with binoculars or scopes are encouraged to bring them and the presenter will have a laser, small cope and atlas to assist. Reservations please by logging on the Pelican Preserve website or by calling Soleil (239) 985-1751. Gems of Western Art and Music: Medieval and Renaissance Monday, April 14 • 3:00pm in the Theater • Fee: $5 A wonderful sampling of extraordinary culture from the Middle Ages through the 16th century, with a little bit of history thrown in. Discussion and visual slides to include, Gregorian Chants to Hildegard von Bingen; Palestrina to de Prez; from Botticelli to Bosch; Michelangelo to Da Vinci; a panoply of genius of Western civilization. BUNCO Tuesday, April 29 • 3:00-5:00pm in Destinations • Fee: $5 Come play this fun dice game. Don’t know how to play? No problem, this game is easy to learn and lots of fun! Prizes awarded. Please make reservations.

Computer Classes with Instructor Paul Kielmeyer Last sessions of the season! Each class is $15 payable to the instructor. Reserve your spot by emailing Paul directly at indcons@ comcast.net. Tuesday • 1:00pm April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and May 6 - Microsoft Windows Wednesday • 1:00pm April 2 and April 9 – Apple Devices and Software Special Presentation brought to you by the Veteran’s Committee at Pelican Preserve - “A Danish Boy in Theresienstdt – Reflections of a Holocaust Survivor” Featuring speaker and author Ted Steen Tuesday, April 22 • 2:00pm in the Theater Born and raised in Odense, Denmark and part of a Jewish family, Ted Steen and his family were arrested on October 2, 1943, and deported to Theresienstdt which was then known as Czechoslovakia. Hear about his family’s 18 months in what Steen describes as “hell” and how they were liberated along with other Danish inmates on April 15, 1945, by the well known “White Busses” organized by the Swedish Red Cross. Ted Steen grew to be a successful businessman and now in retirement, makes it his mission to provide “Holocaust Education” to schools and small groups on the same subject. Storm Smart Thursday, April 3 • 4:00pm in the Theater Join us for a complimentary wine and cheese party while learning how to be better prepared from a devastating storm! Make your reservation to attend by logging in to the Pelican Preserve website or by calling Soleil (239) 985-1751. Investment and Estate Planning Workshop Presented by Robert DiMaria, CSNA, Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and Barbara M. Pizzolato, P.A., Estate Planning and Trust Administration Monday, April 21 at 3:00pm - Theater Please make your reservations to attend online or by calling Soleil (239) 985-1751. Guided Slough Walk at Six Mile Slough Last Slough Walk of the Season - Thursday, April 17 Join Resident volunteer naturalist and Slough guide, Brian Hogan, in a ¾-mile guided walk on the boardwalk of Six Mile Slough every third Thursday of the month through April 2014. Walk is limited to 10 participants. Group will meet at 9:45am at the covered picnic table area in the park with walks beginning at 10:00am. A $5 donation per person is requested at the time of reservation to help provide funding to “Friends of Six Mile Slough”, a non-profit advocacy group. Parking passes provided the day of the walk. Reservations can be made by calling Brian Hogan at (239) 561-7479.

Spanish Lessons – Beginning Conversational Spanish Monday • 11:00am in the Card Room $15 per person Instructor and Pelican Preserve Resident, Teresa Tollman. Intermediate and advanced classes available upon request.

Neighborhood and Hometown Gatherings Avila Block Party Sunday, April 6 • 5:00-7:00pm at 10684 Avila Circle Bring a dish to share (appetizer, salad, casserole or dessert) and your own chair, beverage, plate and utensil. Questions? Call Pat Frykholm (239) 561-9149.

7th Annual Illinois/Iowa/Kansas/Missouri Gathering and Potluck Monday, April 7 • 5:00-7:00pm in the Town Center Promenade $1 per person Don’t miss this fun opportunity to meet people from your home state. Plates, napkins and utensils will be provided. Bring your own beverage and a dish to share. Last name A-J: Dessert Last name K-R: Entrée Last name S-Z: Salad/Appetizer Please RSVP to Jean Moore by April 4 by calling (239) 786-6061. If you wish to volunteer to help with this event, let Jean know as soon as possible. Materita-Ville Neighborhood Potluck Thursday, April 10 • 5:00pm in the Town Center Promenade

Please register for Art Classes by logging in to the Pelican Preserve Residents website and clicking on Club Calendar or call (239) 985-1751. All classes must be prepaid. Participants cannot charge fees to their Town Center accounts.

Open Water Color Painting Class Instructor: Janet McCormack Tuesday (April 1 and April 8) • 1:00pm Fee: $5 Creative Experience Opportunity - One day watercolor workshop for Beginners Wednesday, April 2 • 9:30am-2:30pm Instructor: Trudy Tyson, experienced watercolor teacher. Fee: $35 (supplies and brushes included) No drawing experience needed. Enjoy the rich play as paint mixes with water, learn some basic painting techniques. Reservations please – space is limited. Painting with Suzanne Instructor: Suzanne Mikulka 1:00-3:30pm Reservations are necessary so please sign up early. Walk-ins will not be guaranteed supplies or a spot in the class. Mondays April 7 – Easter jar lid – this is a continuing series of jar lids, perfect for the season. Fee: $13 including lid April 14 – Florida Sampler Tray – Part I paint the images of Florida living on a tray of your choice. Students provide their own surface. Fee: $10

April 21 – Flordia Sampler Tray – Part II – Fee: $10 April 28 – Daisy Box – yellow daisies around different surfaces will be a great addition to any décor. Fee: $16 including surface Thursdays April 3 – Eye Glass Case – students will bring an eye glass case to paint great tiger eyes on – black cases preferred – Fee: $10 April 10 – Sunset and Chairs – 11 X 14 canvas – Part I - students will learn the blending of colors to create a lovely sunset. Fee: $13 including canvas April 17 – Sunset and Chairs canvas – Part II – Fee: $10 April 24 – Sunny Sails on a charger plate – charger will be primed and ready to paint boats and lighthouses – Fee: $13 including charger Arts & Crafts Instructor: Marge Saida Wednesday • 1:00-3:00pm Class schedule coming in April. Watch for emails and listing on the website. Sewing Pelicans Monday • 1:30-4:00pm in the Sewing Studio The Sewing Pelicans meet all year long creating lap quilts, hats, bags and other items for charitable causes. All sewing levels

are welcome to join. Fabric donations are always accepted! April Sewing Project – Tie Purse Instructor: Nancy Kohlbecker Saturday, April 12 • 10:00am-2:00pm in Art Studio I $10 for supplies including black lining Level: Intermediate. Create an elegant purse out of a man’s necktie. Bring a tie, sewing kit (scissors, pins, etc), and lunch. If you choose to purchase a coordinating fabric for the lining you will need 1/3 yard of light weight cotton/polyester. Picture of project is on the door in Studio I. Please register by calling Soleil (239) 985-1751 or logging in to the Pelican Preserve website and click on the Club Calendar. Knit Witz Wednesday and Friday 10:00am-12:00pm in the Card Room Knitting season is November 1 through April 30. If you are a knitter/crochet-er, join us! Come and share your knowledge, projects, and ideas. This is a fun group of needle-ers! Donations of yarn (old and new) are appreciated.

Lawn Bowling on the Village Green Sunday, April 27 • 1:00pm Come join your friends and neighbors and enjoy a leisurely afternoon, lawn bowling. No experience necessary, just a smile! You may never have another opportunity to be a Dizzy Dolphin, Lazy Lizard, or a Horny Owl! Please contact Gary Brun if you would like to participate at [email protected] to secure a spot on one of these prestigious teams. Don’t forget to bring lawn chairs and refreshments. Wear your best Sunday hat! Bike Club Monday, Wednesday and Friday • 9:00am in the Town Center parking lot Meet other bikers at Pelican Preserve and plan rides with a group. Weekly rides schedules for different levels of riders. If you have questions regarding the bike rides, you may email Alan Josephson at [email protected]. Men’s Softball Practice Tuesday • 2:00pm All are welcome. Contact Steve Foster if you have any questions at (937) 423-5195. Woodshop Club Classes Monday • 1:00-4:00pm Share techniques and experiences with fellow woodworkers. Woodshop Policies and Procedures Update Woodshop will now be staffed by Resident volunteers on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00am5:00pm. Additional hours will be posted on the Woodshop door. Admittance to the Woodshop will only be allowed if it is staffed. All Residents must sign a NEW Woodshop Release and Waiver before using the Woodshop. Release form is available on line under Forms & Documents on the Pelican Preserve website and at the Soleil Health & Fitness front desk. Once the waiver has been signed and turned into the Fitness Center, a Woodshop User Card will be issued. Admittance to the Woodshop will require a Woodshop User Card. It will be necessary to sign in and out at the Woodshop.

Fishing Club If you are interested in joining a fishing club with our neighboring community Colonial Country Club, please contact Chuck Rubino at (239) 691-9888 or visit the website at www.cccfishingclub.com for more information. A map of lakes approved for fishing has been loaded onto the website. Log in and check Fishing Club on the Social Clubs page to view. Dinner Group Group meets approximately once a month rotating through Dinner Group members homes. Members are assigned to different groups each month with a goal of meeting new people. The hostess is responsible for selecting the menu. Each attendee brings one dish to share. There are eight people per house. If you are interested in participating, please contact Gloria Rittenberg at [email protected] or Marcia Schwartz at Marciaftmyers@aol. com. Dining Off Campus Famous Dave’s Tuesday, April 15 • 6:00pm Located at 12148 South Cleveland Ave. in Fort Myers. For reservations contact Linda Barrette at [email protected] or (239) 470-9664 no later than noon on April 8 Ladies Luncheon Friday, April 25 • 1:00pm At Ford’s Garage at Miromar Outlets. RSVP by April 21 to Adrianne Everhart at (239) 225-7586. Billiard Room 9-Ball Leagues Monday-Friday 10:30am • Tuesday and Thursday 2:00pm New players welcome. Sign up on the dry erase board in the Billiard Room. Ping Pong Table Play in the Sewing Room Please remember that guests of Residents, especially children under the age of 16, are not permitted in the Sewing Room without supervision.

Book Club – “The Dinner” by Herman Koch Monday, April 14 Book Club meets the second Monday of the month at the homes of Book Club members from May through September and in the Pelican Lounge October through April. A new list of books for the upcoming year is available online under Social Clubs. If you have questions or would like to be added to the Book Club email list, please contact Trisha Zuckerman via email at tz1920@gmail. com or Trish Kyser at pnks47@comcast. net. Chess Club – All levels Thursdays • 1:00-3:00pm in the Town Center Promenade Just drop in, no need to sign up! NEW! Motorcycle Club Looking for individuals who own motorcycles that would be interested in getting a group started to discuss possible road trips on a regular basis. Contact Russ Michmerhuizen at rmichmer@aol. com if you are interested. All types of road bikes welcome. Hope to hear from you. Bible Study – Lenten Series Thursday • 7:00pm in the Theater (started March 6) A six-week series sponsored by Cypress Lake United Methodist Church, facilitated by Residents Quentin and Ardith Davis. The series will us Adam Hamilton’s “The Way – 40 days of Reflection”, with video, a study guide and discussion. Rev. Adam Hamilton is the senior pastor of the 20,000-member United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KS. He is the author of over 15 books and his sermons can be found on the Church of the Resurrection website. To reserve your Guide book for the Lenten Series prior to the first session, please email Quentin at [email protected]. Cost is $6.50 plus tax.

Bible Study Tuesdays • 7:00pm in the Pelican Lounge Pastor Adam, Graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary. For more information call Pastor Adam at (419) 306-5718 or Pelican Preserve Resident, Michael Fedynich at (708) 307-1861. Dinner Boat Cruise $50 per person Zipadedoda Sailing Dinner Cruise is offering three-hour dinner cruises on the upper Caloosahatchee River in Fort Myers on a 42-ft. Lagoon Catamaran. Dinners include: appetizer of fresh bread and seasoned olive oil, grilled

Euchre – All Are Welcome 7:00pm Monday in the Card Room Lady Poker Players Tuesday • 7:00pm in the Card Room No need to call, just come and play. Contact Harriet Herman by calling (239) 313-5772 or email [email protected] for more information. No-Limit Texas Hold’Em Tuesday • 7:00pm in the Card Room Contact Jim Richardson at (239) 454-6655 for more information. Men’s Poker Wednesday • 7:00pm in the Card Room Looking for a friendly game of Poker Anyone interested in playing a friendly game of poker is welcome to join us the last Saturday of month – 7pm. Contact Linda and Fred Tepper at (239) 768-9108 or email [email protected]. Duplicate Bridge 6:30pm Thursday Contact Herb Freese at [email protected].

BBQ chicken, homemade Bahama mac and cheese casserole, baked beans and salad. Beverages are beer, wine, soda and water. Dessert of fresh baked brownies are baked while you cruise. The dinner cruise is perfect for when you have company or guests. Maximum of six people per trip. Call for more information (843) 340-1487 or email [email protected] Calling All Singers If you are interested in singing with the Acapelicans for our Easter sunrise Service, please contact Terri at [email protected].

Duplicate Bridge Club at the Golf Club Thursday • 6:30pm 12:00pm Free 45-minute lesson 12:45pm Games • Table fee: $5 Complimentary coffee provided. All are welcome. Partnership will be arranged. Reservations requested by contacting Mary Anne Geppert at (239) 768-2217 or [email protected]. Sunday Night Party Bridge 6:30pm in the Card Room Everyone welcome Ladies Party Bridge Group Wednesday • 1:00pm in the Magnolia Room A ladies social and fun group that plays contract party bridge. Regular and substitute players are welcome. Please contact CC Carpenter if you are interested in playing (239) 791-8106 or email [email protected]. Participants must sign up ahead of time. Men’s Party Bridge Group Wednesday • 1:00pm in the Magnolia Room A men’s social and fun group that plays contract party bridge. If you are interested in playing, call Dave Carpenter at (239) 791-8106 or email [email protected]. Substitutes and regular players welcome. Must sign up ahead of time.

Pinochle Club Monday • 7:00pm in the Card Room Five tables are available. For more information contact John and Carolyn Smith via email at [email protected]. Sheepshead Card Players Needed Thursday • 6:00pm Call Steve or Jan at (715) 499-0331 or email [email protected]. Mah Jongg Monday • 1:00pm Tuesday • 7:00pm Friday • 1:00pm Card Room No need to call, just come and play. Contact Harriet Herman if you need more information [email protected] or call (239) 3135772. Mah Jongg Lessons Monday (April 7, 14, 21, 28) 1:00pm in the Card Room Contact Harriet Herman by email harrietherman @gmail.com or call (239) 313-5772.

Town Center Hours of Operation Destinations

Lunch Service Wednesday through Saturday 11:00am-3:00pm Dinner Service Thursday through Saturday 4:30-8:00pm Happy hour drink prices and bar bites menu from 3:00-6:00pm

Town Center - Directory

Wild Wednesday every week with entertainment 5:00 - 8:00pm

Administrative Office Billiard Parlor Card Room Destinations Restaurant Soleil Health & Fitness Studio I Studio II Tennis Casita Woodshop

Sunday Breakfast Buffet 10:00am-1:00pm

Administration Joe Smith Debbie Bill Kim Davis Food & Beverage Michael Fallacara Jay Herman Joee Hauck Scott Ortiz Soleil Health & Fitness Terri Lollio Bob Green Carol Green Stacy Logue Golf Club Golf Club Russell Clement David Startzel Chris Pilgrim GeeGee DeLeon Security Gatehouse Property Manager Marybeth Goldman

(239) 985-1770 (239) 985-1796 (239) 985-1797 (239) 985-1688 (239) 985-1751 (239) 985-1691 (239) 985-1690 (239) 985-1762 (239) 985-1686

Fitness Center

Monday through Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm Saturday 8:00am -3:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Frescos Poolside Dining

Tuesday – Sunday 11:00am-3:00pm

Pelican Lounge - Computer Room Hours Monday - Friday 7:00am - 9:00pm Sunday & Saturday 9:00am - 9:00pm

General Manager (239) 985-1780 [email protected] Resident Services (239) 985-1770 [email protected] Town Center Receptionist (239) 985-1692 [email protected] Executive Chef Destinations Chef Banquet Manager Director of Food & Beverage

(239) 985-1687 (239) 985-1687 (239) 985-1706 (239) 985-1734

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Fitness & Activities Director Director of Tennis Tennis Shop Merchandise Coordinator Club Communications

(239) 985-1749 (239) 985-1761 (239) 985-1762

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

(239) 985-1755

[email protected]

Golf Course Superintendent Head Golf Professional Golf Membership Director Golf Member Services

(239) 985-1718 (239) 985-1703 (239) 985-1742 (239) 985-1647

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

(239) 768-1121 (239) 985-1628

[email protected]