COMMUNITY
CENTER COMMITTEE
MEETING – NOVEMBER 4, 2008
Members Present:
Kathy Spalti, Nancy Russell, Elaine Bloom, Susan
Schwinn, Joe Rotolo, Marian Coulson, Toni Paolelo, Yvonne Lesure, Jane
Juaire, Pat Briney, Nancy Janek, Elaine Vreenegoor, Barbara Taefi, Lucy
KillKelley; and Nancy Page for Gail Shaw.
The meeting was called to order by Barbara Taefi and
introductions made. Pat Gerber, a PLCA resident, was introduced to speak to
us about her experience with communications with the Bonita Banner and how
we could coordinate publicity with outside contacts to promote our community
outside of PL. She was very informative and it is our hope that in January
she can assist us with this project.
Community Cocktail Party:
Barbara reported that we had another successful
event in October. The cocktail parties are an ideal event that includes
singles as well as new-comers.
Vaccination Clinics:
There was a good turnout for the October Flu Shot
Clinic. Three committee members volunteered to meet and direct people as
they came in. The event was very well organized and ran smoothly. The next
clinic is on November 11.
OLD BUSINESS
– Voting Members: A motion was made by
Elaine Vreenegoor and seconded by Joe Rotolo for Pat Briney to serve another
three years.
NEW BUSINESS
– Pharmacy Seminar: Topic will be concerns
regarding drugs and pharmacies. To be held on November 6 and 15 at 1:00pm.
This is complimentary and residents should let Gail Shaw know if they are
attending.
Beyond the Blue Horizon:
The Sailing Club Welcome Back Party/Awards night
to be held on November 8 at the Community Center will feature hors d'oeuvres
from various destinations and entertainment. There is still space available.
Concert on the Lawn:
This Friday, November 7 from 6:00-9:00pm.
Reminder: bring lawn chairs, food, drink, ice and PLCA ID.
Bocce Extravaganza:
November 14 at 4:00pm.
Great Trivia Challenge:
Sue Schwinn reported that this event is held every
other month during the summer with about 50-60 people attending. In season,
it is always sold out.
Playreaders:
The 11th performance for the
Playreaders will be on November 11 at 7:00pm. Joe Rotolo reported that this
year they will be doing a comedy…"A Barrell Full of Pennies". Joe informed
us that between 90-100 people are usually in attendance.
TGIF:
Lucy KillKelley handed out the preliminary
reservation forms which included the menu. Pat Briney brought the
centerpieces for us to see. Gail Shaw will begin taking reservations on
December 1.
New Orleans Night:
Marian Coulson and Toni Paolelo reported that they
have already started on the plans for decorations. The band will be "The
DixieLanders", an 8-piece New Orleans Dixie Land Band.
There was a short discussion regarding the Tag Sale
aka as Yard Sale scheduled for December 5. The money raised will benefit the
Children's Hospital of Lee County. Gail and Barbara will be going to the
hospital to learn more about this fund raiser. Jeremy will be asked to send
an E-mail with more information regarding this event.
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 2 at
1:00pm at the Community Center.
Meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Lucy KillKelley
COMMUNITY CENTER
ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
Meeting: May 8, 1008 9AM
The purpose and role of the Committee, working as adjunct
to the UOC, is to make Pelican Landing a better place.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Barbara Taefi, Elaine Bloom, Nancy Russell, Susan Schwinn,
Toni Paolello, Virginia Pelczar, Marian Niehaus, Nancy Janek and Elaine
Vreenegoor.
The meeting was called to order by new chair, Barbara Taefi, who introduced
the committee members and asked member Virginia Pelczar to tell the group a
little about herself.
Minutes from the meeting of April 9, 2008 were approved as mailed.
OLD BUSINESS
REPORT PADA: Barbara reported that she and Gail attended the meeting of the
Professional Activity Directors Association where they got ideas for
programs, found musicians and DJs, etc. They were especially impressed with
an entertainer, Michael Brown and White Shoes, and a Polynesian review. They
felt that the review, while expensive, would be perfect for an outdoor Luau.
It was suggested since the group is new we should consider booking them this
year since their rates will only go up. While the beach would be a good
place, it is too difficult to carry over all the equipment that would be
necessary.
While the group was talking about the beach, Barbara reported that she and
Gail had attended a UOC meeting and had heard a report about the receding
sand at out island beach. Since the beach is a private one, there would be
no County money available for refurbishing it. They will continue to report
to the group about what is happening.
Barbara announced she has reinstated Nancy Russell and Elaine Bloom as
voting committee members with their terms starting 05/2006. In checking the
minutes, Eleanor Burgmaster’s starting date was corrected to 05/2006. They
will serve for a term of 4 years. The Committee voted to accept these
appointments. Sue Schwinn, as the past chairperson, will also serve as a
voting member for one year.
ACTIVITIES: May 14th Trivia. Barbara will assist Sue with score-keeping and
refreshment restocking.
October 30 & November 6: Flu Shot Clinics will be held at the Community
Center from 8-11 AM. Sue Schwinn, Lucy Killkelley, Nancy Russell and
Virginia Pelczar will assist. We have been assured there will be plenty of
vaccine so we will not be limited as to the number of people who can receive
shots.
January 16, 2009: TGIF with a “Putting on the Ritz” theme will be chaired by
Lucy Killkelley and Pat Briney. It is especially appropriate since it is the
same week as the Naples Wine Festival. Dress will be optional, but it will
be an opportunity for people can dress up if they choose.
February 7: Garage Sale. The committee discussed selling baked goods for
charity, but the group decided people who come to the sale are not
interesting in purchasing them. Gail will call the school to see if the
students who were selling donuts and coffee last year are interested in
coming back. It was also decided not to hold a craft sale this year and
perhaps consider every other year.
February 20: New Orleans theme potluck dinner with Dixieland Music will be
chaired by Toni Paolello and Marian Coulson. Dave Killkelley’s 8-piece band
will entertain.
March 7: Beach Event. It was agreed that last years’ event was a huge
success even though weather made it impossible to hold on the beach.
Everyone agree it should be held again and hoped Nancy Russell and Kathy
Spalti will chair it again. After much discussion, it was decided not to
hold the beach event this year because with the charity auction, also in
March, the schedule would be too full.
March 20: Charity Auction will be chaired by Kathy Spalti. It is planned
that the Auction will take place every other year and could alternate with
the Beach Party
March 26: Ladies Luncheon to be chaired by Marian Niehaus. The Book Club has
local author Kristy Keirnen, whose books take place in Naples, coming to
meet with their group. It was suggested the Book Club and CACC might work
together and have her come to a Ladies Luncheon.
April 17: There will be a barbeque supper on the patio which will be chaired
by Marian Niehaus. Music will be provided by a disk jockey and there will be
line dancing lessons.
NEW BUSINESS: It was suggested that on the 4th Thursday of the month we hold
Cocktails on the Patio, so residents could socialize. Each couple will bring
their own bottle and an appetizer to share. Music will be piped onto the
patio. A basket will be set out for participants to give a small donation
for paper products. The first event will be held on May 29th.
A pancake breakfast will be held, probably Saturday February 14, as a
charity fund raiser, perhaps for Susan G. Koman, Habitat for Humanity or
Community Center beautification. All you can eat pancakes and sausage will
be served and will be cooked on grills provided by the committee.
It was decided that Pelican Landing needs more PR in the local press. The
committee asked Gail to find out if Jeremy, who is the PR staff person,
could take on that responsibility. A decision was also made to have Gail
make the decision about which up coming activity signs would be at the gates
on which dates.
Future meeting times: Thursday mornings have proven not to be a good meeting
time for some of the committee members. After a discussion, it was decided
that the first Tuesday of the month, at 9AM looks convenient for the members
present.
The next meeting of the Committee is scheduled on Tuesday, October 7 at 9AM.
The meting was adjourned at 10:30.
Community Center Activities
Committee
March 5,2008
Attendees:Eleanor Burgmaster, Pat Smart, Kathy Spalti,
Susan Schwinn, Barbara Taefi, Elaine Bloom, Pat Briney, Marion Niehaus,
Virginia Pelczar-Katsarsky
Representatives of Sawgrass Community reported on the success of the
February Mardi Gras pot luck. A list of suggestions for future events was
presented.
Plans were made for the next season's events.They included:
1. Nov.13 Concert on the Lawn
2. Jan. 16 TGIF-Putting on the Glitz--Pat Briney, Lucy Kilkelly and Elaine
Bloom will chair
3. Feb. 13-Valentine's Day Pary--a cabaret style party
4. Beginning of March--a beach event with karaoke
5, March 29--Charity Auction--Kathy Spalti will chair
6. March 26--Ladies Spring Luncheon--a fashion event
7. April 17--Barbeque on the Green--Line dancing will be taught, Marion
Niehaus and Virginia will chair
The March 14 pot luck has a Hollywood theme. Set-up will be at 9:30 A.M.
From now on, food categories must be listed on the sign-up sheets.
It was suggested to have a singles table at future events. Kit Smith will be
asked to attend the next meeting for in-put regarding this matter.
Beach event: As of yesterday,116 people were signed up. Nancy reported a
full cadre of volunteers. Kathy reported all is under control. There will be
music, trivia,bingo and beach walks. All the money that might be left over
will go to purchasing plants for the beach.
One member of the committee will attend the UOC meetings. Each committee
will have a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 9 voting members.An unlimited
number of people may be on the committee. A member may be a voting member
for 4 years. After a 2 year non-voting staus, a member may return to voting
status.
Sign schedule:
March 17-30- Trivia
March 31-April 5- Beach Nature Walk
April 6-10 -Volunteer Appreciation Night
April 11-16- Bingo
Next meeting April 9,2008 at 1 P.M.
