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By Bob Polizzotto, Strand Master POA We have been waiting for the summer rains and they finally came. In early June the Naples area received a significant amount of rain, so much that the lakes are near their full capacity. As previously mentioned in last month’s issue, the new swing gates for the back entrance/exit have been installed and are operational and the re-striping of Strand Boulevard is completed. We also completed the installation of new digital security cameras at the front and back gates. These cameras have a better resolution than the previous analog units and their images can be zoomed in to allow better review of any incidents. With the lakes being near their full capacity level, we have started the installation of plants along the lake banks in some selected areas. Our plan is to see if they are beneficial

to preventing lake bank erosion and aiding in reducing the weed growth in the lakes along the edge. If they appear to help, next year we will expand the project. Finally, in late June, the county attended a town hall meeting at the club to present their plans to address the traffic congestion and safety concerns near the median crossover roadway at the south intersection of Tavilla Circle. The Board of Directors had previously discussed this with the county and Commercial Association and suggested that the roadway crossover in the center median be closed and traffic redirected. We will notify all members of the county’s recommendations to address this issue. If you missed our last Strand Scoop publication, I mentioned that Angie Herrington, our current editor here at The Strand, has recently accepted a job with a local nonprofit and will no longer have the time to continue her work as

editor for The Strand Scoop. Therefore we need another volunteer to help with this monthly publication. The job entails: Monthly review and proofreading the draft articles; ensuring that any accompanying pictures are properly labeled; completing the editorial planner sheet that goes to the publisher (Seabreeze); sending all articles to Seabreeze; reviewing the draft publication. If you or someone that you know would like to volunteer to be the editor of The Strand Scoop here at The Strand and help ensure that The Strand Scoop continues to be published, please let me know as soon as possible. This could also be a team job in which you and your friend(s) divide the work. Remember, if you don’t already receive email blasts from The Strand Master Association and wish to do so in the future, please provide an email address to Jim Farese at Cambridge Management of SWFL via [email protected].

Submitted by Angie Herrington Even though it is summer in Southwest Florida and at The Strand, Strand Sisters is still active. The June luncheon, held on June 8, featured our very own chef, Scott Estelle as the guest speaker. Strand Sisters enjoyed a tropical Hawaiian theme with some of the members wearing bright, colorful and flowery shirts and dresses to go with the theme. The menu was a wonderful tropical treat as well. The regular entrée consisted of a cup of Saimin soup and a fish salad slider and the Blue Zones entrée was a roasted beet and grilled chicken salad. The drink of the day was a Tito’s Sweet Green Tea. Chef Scott spoke on the topic of “Food Trends in Southwest Florida and at The Strand.” He informed the group about the things that have not changed since last year, new trending foods, new diet trends and what is happening at our own club. Chef recapped some of the trends that have not changed since he spoke to Strand Sisters last June. In Southwest Florida, we enjoy a laid back and relaxing yet active lifestyle. For those reasons, informal dining, healthy eating and quality ingredients are still trending among the clubs in our area. These things are still important with members of the clubs and probably will not change anytime soon. Chef introduced us to some interesting and surprising foods that are very popular right now. Hawaiian Poke, jackfruit and

A Taste Of The Tropics And New Food Trends – Strand Sisters Luncheon Covers Both

cauliflower are a few of the foods that are trending right now. Poke is a Hawaiian word that means ‘to section’ or ‘to slice or cut. Hawaiian Poke is a traditional Hawaiian dish that uses raw fish that can best be described as deconstructed sushi. Jackfruit is a starchy fruit that can be used in savory dishes like curries and sweet dishes like ice cream. It is also very popular with vegans who think that it is equivalent to a vegan version of pulled pork. Cauliflower is popular right now as a low carb substitute. This versatile vegetable can be used for everything from a cauli-rice to pizza crust. Strand Sisters learned about some new developments in how people are changing their diets as well as some tried and true mainstays. People who are not vegan or vegetarian are joining those who are by demanding more vegan/vegetarian options on the menu. Diners also want some new and interesting savory dessert choices like pistachio and carrot yogurt for example. Mediterranean flavor profiles are also being incorporated more and more. Think Greek cuisine that uses fresh herbs and citrus paired with grilled and roasted meats and seafood. Alternative flours are very popular too with the gluten-conscious crowd. Coffee flour is a 100 percent gluten-free flour that is being used more frequently too. No, it is not made from the coffee beans that you drink but the fruit around the bean that is ground into flour! One thing that never changes is the fact that people are still watching their sugar consumption and that is still the case across the food industry. Some good things are happening at The Club at The Strand. All day happy hour is here to stay whenever the grill or pub is

open! The club is embracing new technology with food inventory and wine menus being done digitally now. The club is also hiring more staff and implementing more shifts to relieve the staff and servers. For more information on becoming a member of Strand Sisters, please contact April Staples, membership director, at [email protected] or [email protected].

Volunteer(s) Needed! Looking for an editor or co-editors for The Strand Scoop. Duties include: monthly review and proofreading the draft articles; ensuring that any accompanying pictures are properly labeled; completing the editorial planner sheet that goes to the publisher (Seabreeze); sending all articles to Seabreeze and reviewing the draft publication. If interested, email Bob Polizzotto at [email protected].

Catch The ActionSummer Heating UpBy Capt. Bill Russell With summer heating up, fishing both inshore and offshore can be good, just prepare for hot days and keep an eye on the weather. A majority of anglers prefer to get an early start and be off the water ahead of the midday heat and afternoon storms. Inshore, the mangrove snapper bite will continue to heat up as fish to 15 inches are common throughout the inshore waters and estuaries. A variety of baits including shrimp, pilchards, herring, small pinfish, and cut bait will entice fish around docks, piers, bridges, under deeper mangrove shorelines, oyster bars, sand potholes, and rock ledges in and near the Passes. Mangrove snapper are one of our tastier fish and fight really hard for their size and make a great summer target. They are often leader and hook shy, if the water is clear it’s necessary to lighten the tackle. Inshore, I generally go with a couple feet of 12- to 20-pound fluorocarbon leader and a 1/0 circle hook. Snook are a good bet along the beaches, either walking the surf or fishing from a boat. On the light wind days the fish are easily visible just a few feet off the beach.

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By Patrice Shields Shows include the feel-great musical comedy Sister Act through July 30 and Southwest Florida’s largest steampunk concert - A Midsummer Night’s Steam, July 12. The Naples Players (TNP) invite you to get ready for the hottest entertainment of the summer with Southwest Florida’s largest steampunk concert and the beloved musical Sister Act. This feel-great musical comedy is filled with powerful gospel music, rich loveable characters, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story that will have audiences singing along well into the fall.

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This inspiring show’s hymnal is by Tony and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), and was nominated for five Tony Awards i n c l u d i n g B e s t Musical . Musical performances include a full orchestra to ensure you leave the theatre dancing. Shows are Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 8 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. matinees through July 30. Tickets are $45 adults, $35 subscribers and $10 for students and educators. Strap on your goggles, corsets, top hats, bustles, and bows, and experience the largest steampunk show in Southwest Florida history. The theme is steam as master musician Mark E. Pettey and his Steampunk Stompers Band perform a concert of contemporary songs with unique steampunk twists complete with a tuba that shoots steam 20 feet in the air and a geared up animatronic steampunk drumset! As if that were not enough the concert includes special guest performance by the cast of TNP’s fall hit The Rocky Horror Show and yes, you will do “The Time Warp” again! VIP experience opportunities include a preshow reception for great photo opportunities while you mix it up with The Steampunk Stompers and TNP’s cast of The Rocky Horror Show on Wednesday, July 12, 8 p.m. at the Sugden Theater in Blackburn Hall. VIP tickets include a 7 p.m. preshow reception with The Steampunk Stompers and TNP’s cast of The Rocky Horror Show. Tickets are $25 adults, $15 students/Educators and $50 for VIP access.

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Mark Vanagas and the cast of The Rocky Horror Show perform at A Midsummer Night’s Steam, July 12

Debi Guthery and Jasmine Vizena in Sister Act (Photo Credit: Patrice Shields)

The Naples Players’ Youth Performing Arts group KidzAct perform three musical favorites this summer. July 7 through 9 enjoy a tale as old as time as KidzAct performs Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over 13 years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. is a fantastic adaptation of the story of transformation and tolerance. Shows Friday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 8, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday, July 9, 6:30 p.m. KidzAct teens perform the musical comedy Sister Act with shows Friday, Aug. 4, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 5, 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 6, 2 p.m. KidzAct present Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. This “masterpeach” of a tale, features wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. Performances are Friday Aug. 11, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 12, 2 and 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m. Tickets for all KidzAct shows are $20 adults and $10 for students and educators. Tickets and information available online at www.naplesplayers.org or by calling the box office at (239) 263-7990 or visiting the theatre at The Naples Players Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Avenue South, Naples, FL 34102. Box office hours Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and two hours before show time.

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Know The DifferenceExcessive Heat Watch—Conditions are favorable for an excessive heat event to meet or exceed local excessive heat warning criteria in the next 24 to 72 hours.Excessive Heat Warning—Heat index values are forecast to meet or exceed locally defi ned warning criteria for at least two days (daytime highs equal 105 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit).Heat Advisory—Heat index values are forecast to meet locally defi ned advisory criteria for one to two days (daytime highs equal 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit).

How Can I Prepare? ❏ Listen to local weather forecasts and stay aware of upcoming temperature changes. ❏ The hea t index i s the temperature the body feels when the effects of heat and humidity are combined. Exposure to direct sunlight can increase the heat index by as much as 15 degrees F. ❏ Discuss heat safety precautions with members of your household. Have a plan for wherever you spend time— home, work and school—and prepare for the possibility of power outages. ❏ Check the contents of your emergency preparedness kit in case a power outage occurs. ❏ Know those in your neighborhood who are elderly, young,

Be Red Cross Readysick or overweight. They are more likely to become victims of excessive heat and may need help. ❏ If you do not have air-conditioning, choose places you could go to for relief from the heat during the warmest part of the day (schools, libraries, theaters, malls). ❏ Be aware that people living in urban areas may be at greater risk from the effects of a prolonged heat wave than are people living in rural areas. ❏ Get trained in fi rst aid to learn how to treat heat-related emergencies. ❏ Ensure that your animals’ needs for water and shade are met.

What Should I Do During A Heat Wave?❏ Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical updates from the National Weather Service (NWS). ❏ Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles. ❏ Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fl uids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol. ❏ Eat small meals and eat more often. ❏ Avoid extreme temperature changes. ❏ Wear loose-fi tting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays. ❏ Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day. ❏ Postpone outdoor games and activities. ❏ Use a buddy system when working in excessive heat. ❏ Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors. ❏ Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air-conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat. ❏ Check on your animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat.

Recognize And Care For Heat-Related Emergencies … Heat cramps are muscular pains and spasms that usually occur in the legs or abdomen caused by exposure to high heat and humidity and loss of fl uids and electrolytes. Heat cramps

are often an early sign that the body is having trouble with the heat. Heat exhaustion typically involves the loss of body fl uids through heavy sweating during strenuous exercise or physical labor in high heat and humidity. ❏ Signs of heat exhaustion include cool, moist, pale or fl ushed skin; heavy sweating; headache; nausea; dizziness; weakness; and exhaustion. ❏ Move the person to a cooler place. Remove or loosen tight clothing and apply cool, wet cloths or towels to the skin. Fan the person. If the person is conscious, give small amounts of cool water to drink. Make sure the person drinks slowly. Watch for changes in condition. ❏ If the person refuses water, vomits or begins to lose consciousness, call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. Heat stroke (also known as sunstroke) is a life-threatening condition in which a person’s temperature control system stops working and the body is unable to cool itself. ❏ Signs of heat stroke include hot, red skin which may be dry or moist; changes in consciousness; vomiting; and high body temperature. ❏ Heat stroke is life-threatening. Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number immediately. ❏ Move the person to a cooler place. Quickly cool the person’s body by giving care as you would for heat exhaustion. If needed, continue rapid cooling by applying ice or cold packs wrapped in a cloth to the wrists, ankles, groin, neck and armpits.

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Snook from little guys to big females well over 40 inches can be caught along the beaches and gulf inlets. Calm summer mornings will give good opportunities to run offshore and target grouper and other species. Gag grouper season is open, expect the larger fish to be in deeper water. Seventy feet is generally a good starting point. To get updated grouper and fish regulations go to www.myfwc.com. Closer to land, wrecks and reefs can be productive with everything from snapper to barracuda. Anchoring up current of structure with a fresh chum bag is preferred. A variety of baits is a good idea as well as an arsenal of rods rigged and ready for light to heavy action. For fast action offshore look for bonito and Spanish mackerel harassing bait schools in depths from 30 to 80 feet. Trolling silver spoons or Tuna Jets in various colors can bring instant hookups when trolled around feeding activity. Watch for birds and surface commotion to locate the fish. Sharks are another summertime favorite. Varieties of species both large and small are common catches both inshore and off. While they are a nuisance for some, many anglers target them for their fighting ability. Sharks play an important role in our ecosystem; please make every effort to quickly release them unharmed. Every kid loves to catch a shark of any size, now is a good time, just make sure to do it safely for both the angler and the shark. For charter information, please contact us at Gulf Coast Guide Service and “Catch the Action” with Capt. Bill Russell, phone: (239) 283-7960, website: www.fishpineisland.com, email: [email protected]. Capt. Bill Russell is a native and lifelong resident of Pine Island who has spent his entire life fishing the waters surrounding Pine Island and Southwest Florida. For the past 21 years Bill has been a professional fishing guide who takes pride in customizing each trip to ensure everyone on board has a great time and will return again. Come join us and “Catch the Action.”

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Safety And Security TipSummertime Safety Tips – Know Before You GoFrom The Office Of Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott Are you planning a road trip this summer? If so, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Crime Prevention Unit encourages you to follow these simple, common-sense safety tips to ensure your home is secure while you’re away and to give you peace of mind during your well-deserved vacation. 1. Ask your friends or neighbors to keep an eye on your property and report suspicious activity to police. An occasional walk around the home to make sure all doors and windows are secure is helpful. 2. Don’t advertise to burglars you aren’t home by leaving garbage cans and recycling bins out by the curb once trash day is over. 3. Put a hold on your newspaper and mail delivery. 4. Would you leave your front door wide open and your house unsecured while away? Of course not; so wait until you get home before sharing pictures and posts on social media. The whole world does not need to know your home is vacant. 5. Make your home look occupied by investing in timers to turn on exterior and interior lights, and a television or radio for a few hours every evening. 6. Place valuables like weapons, cash and jewelry in a safe and secure location just in case you have unwanted visitors. 7. If you leave your car parked in the driveway, take the garage remote control inside and place it in a secure location, along with your keys. For more information regarding this safety and security tip, call the Crime Prevention Unit at 258-3280. To report a fraud or scam, call the Sheriff’s Office Fraud line at 258-3292.

Article from DentalPlans.com Summer is both a blessing and a curse. If you’re a fan of hot, sunny days, summer is your happy time. The rest of us will just quietly count the days until autumn. But no matter how you feel about this time of year, one thing is for sure: Summer is a time when nasty diseases and infections flourish. Hot and humid temperatures are bacteria’s favorite environments. They will happily infest your food, skin, and digestive system unless you defend against them. Here’s how to save yourself against summer’s scourges.Air Conditioning Bacterial crud, mold and other nastiness are happy to make their home in your air-conditioning filters. Breathing them in can cause headaches, bronchial and sinus infections and are a particular problem for people with allergies and asthma. To prevent this dismal carnival from performing in your snout, don a surgical mask and gloves and then thoroughly clean your air-conditioning filter (or replace it) every three months.Bugs Here’s a fun fact: The deadliest animal in the world is lurking right outside your door. Mosquitoes kill more than 600,000 people each year and sicken over 200 million. And the summer of 2017 is expected to be particularly active prone for ticks, which can carry the bacterium that causes Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. You can try to thwart the little buggers by wearing light-colored clothing that covers as much of you as possible, using the appropriate insect repellant, skipping the scented grooming products, and making sure to change the water in the kiddie pools and bird baths a couple of times a week. Check carefully for ticks after any outdoor adventure, remembering they love to hide in hair and in warm, moist areas of the body.Food Poisoning From your favorite restaurant to your backyard barbeque, it seems like tainted food is everywhere. The very young, old, or anyone with a compromised immune system should try their very best to avoid food that could have been compromised by improper storage or insufficient cooking. Even seemingly innocent celery stalks can harbor dangerous bacteria. Remember the No. 1 safe food rule: If in doubt, throw it out.Fungus Fungi cause athletes foot, jock itch, and ringworm, along with other lovely skin/hair/beard irritations. You get it by coming into contact with surfaces that harbor the fungus (public showers and gyms are fungal playgrounds, as are towels, bedding, and socks) or the skin of someone who is infected. You can also infect yourself if you scratch the itch and then touch other parts of your body. Cover your feet to avoid infection at the gym and pool. Wear socks and underwear that absorbs moisture during the sweaty season and make certain your sneakers are dry. If you often have itchy feet, you might want to apply fungal powder, especially during the warmer months.Swimming Pools What could possibly ha rm you when you are relaxing in a stew of human body fluids? Right. Sweat, urine, fecal matter. No pool is pristine, but some are worse than

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others (your own personal pool unsullied by other humans might be clean depending on your personal habits and bladder control). To make it even better, when all of that stuff comes in contact with chlorine you get chloramine compounds, which is responsible for the eye sting we experience in pools. You may also be swimming with beasties such as the cryptosporidium parasite, which can cause diarrhea and can lurk happily in a chlorinated pool for almost two weeks. Yikes! Best preventions: don’t drink the water in which you are swimming, choose public pools wisely, take good care of your home pool, drain and then expose backyard kiddie pools to four or five hours of sunshine regularly.Ocean If the flesh-eating bacteria doesn’t get you the toxic algae, sharks, and jellyfish will. Oh, wait – that’s only true in Florida. Anyway, in general, treat with great care any cut or abrasion that you get while swimming in the ocean or walking on the beach; and head to the doctor if the wound gets red, feels warm, or is showing signs of infection. If you’re planning a beach vacation, ask locals for tips about ocean safety or Google “Ocean Safety” with the locale you’re visiting. The same is true for swimming in fresh water.Poison Plants A mere quarter ounce of urushiol – the oil in poison ivy plants that irritates skin – is enough to give the entire population of earth an itchy, ugly rash. Your best bet is to learn to identify the plant so that you can avoid it. Remember too that poison ivy’s oil can remain active for at least five years on any surfaces that it has come into contact with it. Wash contaminated clothing, shoes (including the laces), and pets with soap and hot water. Don’t burn poison ivy or inhale the fumes of the burning plant unless you want to experience the urushiol rash running rampant in your respiratory system.The Sun Sunburns are burns. The damage can leave your skin vulnerable to infections as well as cause skin cancer.

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By Debbie Hughes, Senior Horticulturist at Edison & Ford Winter Estates After several months of drought, the summer rains are finally here. Along with the rain, we are experiencing longer days and hotter temperatures. This is typically a time for increased growth of many of our palms, natives and tropical plants and trees and that means our plants will need more nutrients to make branches, leaves and flowers. Many gardeners are not sure what type of fertilizer to use. A slow-release, granular fertilizer with 8-2-12 (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) nutrient amounts for palms and shrubs is recommended for most tropical specimens. Nitrogen is responsible for all of the green chlorophyll necessary for photosynthesis. Slow-release nitrogen can be an organic form or a coated, granular pellet that releases small amounts of nitrogen as the rain or water penetrates the soil surface. Q u i c k - r e l e a s e nitrogen can be used on potted plants or for a quick green-up, but is not good for supplying daily nutrient requirements during the summer rainy season. Quick-release fertilizers used just before a huge downpour

What’s Blooming At Edison & Ford Winter Estates?will likely wash away into storm drains and waterways. Nitrogen and phosphorus runoff is environmentally damaging and a waste of money and resources for homeowners. In Lee County, all landscape professionals are required to have a Best Management Practices certificate; fertilizing is banned from June 1 through Sept. 30. There are other important rules concerning fertilizer applications throughout the year. The use of fertilizer is not permitted within 10 feet of a body of water and grass clippings should be cleaned from sidewalks (blowing or sweeping back into the grass is preferred). The county extension service or knowledgeable staff at a garden center such as the Edison Ford Garden Shoppe can provide information and advice on how to properly fertilize your garden. If you were not able to apply fertilizer during the allotted time period, using other nutrient formats may be the answer. A potassium blend (0-0-12) with other minerals can be used during

the summer months. Micronutrients, such as ironite and foliar nutritional sprays are useful for hibiscus, gardenias, citrus and turf. Soil amendments such as compost, humic acid and worm castings can be used to better the overall soil composition, which in turn can improve the use of nutrients already contained in the soil. Along with the summer rains, we have a return of pesky weeds. Pulling weeds can be meditative and great for physical exercise. I personally embrace those benefits for myself and enjoy gett ing down on the ground with my weed tool in hand. One way to decrease the amount of weeds in garden beds is to remove the weed before seed formation occurs. Another huge help in decreasing weed germination is to spread 3 to 4 inches of mulch throughout the garden. Mulch can be helpful in other ways as well. It can help keep plant roots cool, improve the soil structure through decomposition, hold moisture and creates a visually appealing appearance. Mulch should be kept away from home foundations and trunks of trees and plants. Our yards can be so much more than green lawns; we can create areas for enlightenment and relaxation. The garden is a great place to view nature from a porch swing or a comfortable chair under a shade tree. Be sure to walk around your garden every day to see what’s blooming. If you plant a variety of trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals, you’ll have something different to observe every day, just as Thomas Edison would have in his botanical garden along the Caloosahatchee River. July is a great month to see flowering plants at Edison Ford! Come enjoy the gardens and get inspired to create your own botanical haven!

There are a lot of flowers blooming in July at Edison Ford, including orchids and plants that attract butterflies such as the passion flower.

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Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again. Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of an irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers and astonishing stagecraft. You’ll hear beloved songs such as Chim Chim Cher-ee, A Spoonful of Sugar and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

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Christian Women’s Connection will not meet in a formal luncheon setting.

Instead, you are invited to join us for the activities below.

Prayer ConnectionJoin with friends the fi rst Wednesday of the month,

June through Septemberin a small group setting for fellowship,

refreshments, a short topical lesson, and prayer.Call Dee for location at (239) 898-1767.

Stonecroft Bible StudyCome make new friends and enrich your life

at a weekly small groupBible Study resuming in the fall.

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The Club at Grandezza in Estero.For ticket information, call Jan at (815) 545-5056.

It’s Time For SalmonBy Glenn Sudnick, Certifi ed Sommelier, TheSudnickWinePress.com, (772) 332-4416 I enjoy fresh wild salmon on the grill. When done to perfection it is a most satisfying summer fish. I am always looking for the nutritional benefits of everything I consume and for wild salmon it rises to the top of my list. First, it is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, a great source of protein, high in B vitamins, a lot of potassium, is an antioxidant and the list goes on. There are different types of salmon and they all have uniqueness about them. The mighty King that nestles in the waters between California and Alaska is very meaty with an amount of fat and huge fl avor. It is the perfect grilling fi sh. There are others that are equally tasty such as the Coho salmon which makes its home from Oregon to Alaska. This fi sh is rich with a strong fl avor and is suitable for poaching. Other types are the Pink, Atlantic and Red, or Sockeye salmons. The mighty King is my favorite. I stopped at one of our local fi sh markets and asked if they had some King salmon. The fi shmonger went into the walk-in refrigerator and came out with a large fi sh. It looked like

something that should be mounted on a wall. He threw it on a stainless steel slab and asked me how I wanted it cut. Never before had I the opportunity to make that decision. I don’t mind saying it was fun. I seasoned the fi sh with a little salt and pepper and placed it on a cedar plank over a medium hot grill. As the fi sh was cooking I carefully placed some rosemary on the fi llet, then topped it off with a sprinkle of brown sugar. I grilled lemon slices to bring out the oils of the peel and placed them on the salmon. What a presentation! The side dish for a great accompaniment was a fully loaded iceberg wedge, with diced crisp bacon and a mild blue cheese dressing with minced chives for a garnish. Wonder what wine I served with this delicious dish? Of course, it was the Miraval Côtes de Provence Rosé 2016. The wine is a partnership between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie with the Perrin family of Chateau Beaucastel in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France. This vineyard is tucked away in the village of Correns which covers a little over 200 acres. In 1970, a well-known pianist and composer Jacques Loussier took ownership of the property and turned it into a recording studio. Some famous musicians like Pink Floyd, Sting, Sade, The Cranberries and The Gipsy Kings came here to record music. Today, the property just makes some great wine. The color is pale pink, with an expressive bouquet of fresh berries and ripe orange. Once on your palate there is a sense of red currant, strawberry and clove honey. Yes, I said it, clove honey. Where I’m from there is plenty of clove honey. The varietals are a great blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah and Rolle. There is careful attention with the grapes harvested exclusively in the morning and sorted twice, destemming each time. This Rosé wine gets accolades from respected critics every year and 2016 doesn’t disappoint. I hope everyone enjoys a happy and safe summer.

Cheers,Glenn

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The 25th annual National Letter Carriers Food Drive collected a total of 300,305 pounds of food in Lee County. That’s a 1.7 percent increase over the 2016 total. Of that amount, 208,321 pounds will be distributed by the Harry Chapin Food Bank, and the rest will be distributed by other local agencies. The nation’s largest single-day food drive, called “Stamp Out Hunger,” is the one day when letter carriers collect nonperishable food that has been left by residents at their mailboxes.

Final Total Is In For The Letter Carriers ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ Food Drive

The drive is held by the National Association of Letter Carriers. Locally, the Harry Chapin Food Bank and the United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades and Okeechobee counties partner with the letter carriers to make the food drive happen. Hundreds of volunteers assisted the letter carriers with picking up the food, and also unloaded and sorted the food at various postal drop-off sites. We thank the members of our community who gave so generously and the volunteers who donated their time and effort to make the drive a success. Your support will help fi ght hunger during the summer months, when school is out and the need is great. The Harry Chapin Food Bank serves 28,000 people per week through more than 150 partner agencies in Charlotte, Collier, Lee, Glades and Hendry counties.

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Pinnacle6015 Pinnacle Lane #503 $355,000 unfurnished classic

updated � nishes and pristine condition. Huge golf course views. Electric storm protection.

7000 Pinnacle Lane #1402 $299,000 furnishings negotiable - Fantastic golf course view from this � rst

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6031 Trophy Drive #203 $485,000 turnkey furnishedLovely setting for this 2nd � oor corner residence with

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5987 Trophy Drive #1403 $499,000 partially furnished 3 BR + Den 3 Bath. Southern exposure and lake and golf course views. Stainless appliances and private elevator.

5994 Trophy Drive #1203 $449,000 unfurnished 3 Br + Den 3 Bath. Palm tree and club views.

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5877 � ree Iron Drive #702 $317,000 partly furnished. Ready for your personal touch. Great

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$575,000 UnfurnishedLight and bright Aberdeen � oor plan with granite counters and stainless steel appliances and lovely light cabinetry. Hardwood � oors in main living room, electric storm shutters across lanai enclosure. Lovely golf course views from this well maintained property. Hardwood � oors in main living area.

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5892 � ree Iron Drive #1502 $339,000 3 BR 2 Bath unfurnished. Updates include plank

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