- Shell Point Concert Series
- With a wonderful array of talented artists and individuals featured in four distinct series, this season offers something for everyone.
- Life Enrichment Series
- The Life Enrichment Series offers the opportunity to discover new things about yourself and the world.
Current Happenings
Shell Point is a thriving community with a host of activities open to the public. Scroll down to see a list of upcoming events. Remember to check here often for updates.
Shell Point Tour & Presentation
• February 1, 7, 15, 28 at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a group presentation about the Lifestyle and Lifecare available at Shell Point followed by a narrated bus tour of the community. Light refreshments will be served.
The event is free but space is limited. Call (239) 466-1131 to reserve your place or click here to register online.
Shell Point On The Road Seminars - Punta Gorda
• February 2nd • 10:30am
Shell Point is bringing our community to yours. If you haven't visited our community and live in the area this is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered by our retirement experts.
Bradenton Senior Expo
• Friday, February 3, 2012 - 10am-3pm
Stop by the Shell Point Booth at the “Lifestyles After 50” Senior Expo in Bradenton at the Bradenton Municipal Auditorium. This expo will be free and offers a variety of booths with information that benefits seniors. If you stop by the Shell Point Booth, you can enter to win a $20 Publix Gift Card.
Richard Picciotto | Surviving the World Trade Center Collapse
• Friday February 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Firefighter and inspirational speaker Richard Picciotto was a FDNY Battalion Commander in Manhattan on September 11, 2001. Following the terrorist attack, Richard rushed inside the World Trade Center to rescue those inside, but soon found himself trapped in the smoldering rubble of the north tower after its collapse.
Richard's gripping first-person account provides a firefighter's view of the 9/11 World Trade Center catastrophe and emergency response. Richard played a vital role in the massive operation, testified in front of the 9/11 Commission, and has appeared on many major networks, including CNN, the History Channel, and National Geographic. His book, Last Man Down, chronicles his harrowing experience on 9/11 and has become a New York Times best seller.
Shell Point On The Road Seminars - Sarasota
• February 6th • 10:00am
Shell Point is bringing our community to yours. If you haven't visited our community and live in the area this is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered by our retirement experts.
Senior Living Speaker Series - Part 1
• Monday February 9 at 6:00 p.m.
You are cordially invited to an informational speaker series at Shell Point. This educational series will provide you with insightful tools and resources to best understand the needs of your loved ones as they age. Shell Point has been guiding the way in retirement living in Lee County for over 40 years. This initial night of the series will be hosted by Dawn Boren, Director of Resident Life, and will focus on Maintaining an Acitve Lifestyle After 80
To RSVP for one speaker or the entire series, please call (239) 454-2077
ETA 3
• Monday February 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Named after a luminous and spectacular star-forming Nebula in our galaxy, ETA 3 is a classical trio comprised of American flutist Chelsea Knox, Japanese pianist Tomoko Nakayama, and Russian clarinetist Alexey Gorokholinsky. One of the most prominent, active, and exciting emerging chamber music groups coming out of New York City, ETA 3 was formed at the Julliard School.
Shell Point On The Road Seminars - Estero
• February 16th • 1:00pm
Shell Point Retirement Community will host an informational meeting at Hollywood Theaters Coconut Point to allow residents in the Estero and Bonita Springs areas the opportunity to learn about the numerous resort style retirement options available at Shell Point. One of Shell Point’s experienced retirement counselors will offer a brief presentation on the benefits of lifecare at Shell Point, as well as the many amenities that are available to residents at Shell Point.
Shell Point On The Road Seminars - Naples
• February 17th • 10:00am
Shell Point Retirement Community will host an informational meeting at Bellasera Hotel in Naples to allow residents in the Naples and Marco Island areas the opportunity to learn about the numerous resort style retirement options available at Shell Point. One of Shell Point’s experienced retirement counselors will offer a brief presentation on the benefits of lifecare at Shell Point, as well as the many amenities that are available to residents at Shell Point.
Naples Senior Expo
• Saturday and Sunday, February 18 and 19, 2012
10am-4pm
Stop by the Shell Point Booth at the Senior Expo in Naples at the Naples Italian American Club on Airport Pulling Road. This expo will be free and offers a variety of booths with information that benefits seniors. If you stop by the Shell Point Booth, you can enter to win a $20 Publix Gift Card.
British Actor David Payne Presents An Evening with C.S. Lewis
• Sunday, February 19, at 6:15 p.m.
British actor David Payne will perform "An Evening With C.S. Lewis." This dramatic staged production is set in the year 1963 and C.S. Lewis, the now-famous British author, is in the twilight years of his life. Lewis is in his element as he hosts a group of American writers at his home just outside of Oxford, telling them the stories of his associations, his writing, his family, his faith, and his great love.
Actor David Payne dramatically captures the essence of the man who created the Narnia Chronicles in an enthralling, laughter-filled and poignant performance...utterly captivating!
Barbary Coast Dixieland Band
• Tuesday February 21 at 7:30 p.m.
The Barbary Coast Dixieland Show Band will be celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2012 with a brand new show highlighting some of the music they have played over those decades. Such tunes as "Give My Regards to Broadway", "Star Wars Medley", "Lover", "Big Band Medley" and of course, the ever popular "Just A Closer Walk With Thee" are just a few of the songs this talented and entertaining band will be playing.
Shell Point Open House!
• February 23rd | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn about gracious, resort-style retirement living at Shell Point and view beautifully decorated models! Attend the FREE Home & Garden Open House on February 23
from 10am - 3pm.
Free Music * Refreshements * Newly Decorated Models
The event is free but space is limited. Call (239) 466-1131 to reserve your place or click here to register online.
Senior Living Speaker Series - Part 2
• Thursday, February 23rd at 6:00pm
You are cordially invited to an informational speaker series at Shell Point. This educational series will provide you with insightful tools and resources to best understand the needs of your loved ones as they age. Shell Point has been guiding the way in retirement living in Lee County for over 40 years. The second night of the series will be hosted by Sue Stranahan, and will focus on Mental Well Being As We Age
To RSVP for one speaker or the entire series, please call (239) 454-2077
Amazed by America with Steve Amerson and Laurie Gayle Stephenson
• Tuesday February 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Amazed By America will be presented on Tuesday, February 28, featuring tenor Steve Amerson and Broadway Star Soprano Laurie Gayle Stephenson with the American Celebration Orchestra. This patriotic musical production is a Broadway style salute to the troops. Songs in the presentation include Into the Fire, Requiem for a Soldier, Bring Him Home, American Anthem, God Bless America, Shenandoah, Because of the Brave, 4th of July Parade, and God Bless The USA.
Successful Selling in the New Real Estate Market
• Wednesday, February 29 2:00pm
Shell Point Retirement Community will team up with an experienced realtor, Paula Hellenbrand from Encore Realty Services to offer a real estate seminar at the Crown Plaza hotel in Bell Tower. Paula will offer tips on the best ways to price and stage your home and how to make the most of this real estate market. Joining Paula will be Ted Benjamin, sales director of Shell Point Retirement Community to give you an update on Shell Point and Mary Moore, Moving Resources Manager to present tips on the how to make your moving experience as stress-free as possible.
