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Shell Point Begins Pre-Sales for New Neighborhood – The Estuary The Estuary to Offer Old-Florida Ambiance

FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 24 , 2013)

Shell Point Retirement Community will begin pre-sales for its new neighborhood, The Estuary, on November 1 according to Ted Benjamin, director of sales for the community.

The Estuary at Shell Point will be the planned community’s fourth neighborhood and will include 50 residences in a combination of single-family signature homes and twin villa homes, along with a community center and pool. The Estuary will include all of the lifestyle amenities and services available at Shell Point, along with complete lifecare, including assisted living and skilled nursing if needed. Entrance Fees for the homes will start at $689,000 with a 75% or 90% refundable contract. Reservations on specific home sites offering views of the golf course or lake will be taken with a 10% deposit.

The three current neighborhoods at Shell Point are The Island, The Woodlands, and Eagles Preserve. Each offers its own unique ambiance and architectural style. The location of the new neighborhood is situated between the championship golf course and a large nature preserve and will feature a 4.5-acre lake in the center. Continue reading “Shell Point Begins Pre-Sales for New Neighborhood – The Estuary The Estuary to Offer Old-Florida Ambiance”

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Chance for a Two-Year Luxury Auto Lease and a Newly Renovated Course Await Golfers at 10TH Annual Shell Point Open Charity Tournament

FORT MYERS, Fla. (October 22 , 2013)

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament, golfers will have the chance to score a 24-month lease on their choice of a brand new Lexus or Acura from Scanlon Auto Group by hitting a hole-in-one on hole #5 of the club’s newly-renovated championship course.

“We are delighted Scanlon Auto Group is supporting our 10th anniversary tournament in such a special way,” said Timothy Stephenson, executive director of the Legacy Foundation of Shell Point. “It adds an extra element of excitement to a great day,” he added.

Registration is underway for the Nov. 8 tournament, which is presented by the Legacy Foundation to raise funds for the community’s Memory Care Center. Located in the Larsen Pavilion, the center serves senior adults who have memory loss or dementia from Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases.

The Scoggins/Moreland Group of UBS Financial Services, Inc. is the title sponsor for this year’s tournament, which is the first public event where golfers will have the opportunity to play Shell Point’s newly renovated course.

“Players are excited to try out the brand new Platinum Paspalum greens we installed over the summer,” said Gary Keating, the community’s new golf professional. This year, Shell Point invested $625,000 to redesign each hole and completely renovate the course. “We are continuing our commitment to a quality golf experience,” said Keating.

The tournament registration and a light breakfast will begin at 7:15 a.m. The $125 entry fee includes the 18-hole, four-person scramble, golf cart, player gift bag, prize opportunities, and lunch.

Individuals or teams can register by contacting Deborah Henning at the Legacy Foundation at (239) 466-8484.

The Shell Point Golf Club is an 18-hole Championship Golf Course that opened in 2000. The course offers a grass driving range and practice green, lessons, a fully-stocked pro shop, and snack bar. The course is open to the public, and is located at the entrance to Shell Point Retirement Community in Fort Myers, Florida, just off Summerlin Road, two miles before the Sanibel Island Causeway. The Legacy Foundation was founded in 2002 as a non-profit organization serving the Shell Point community. www.legacyshellpoint.org.

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GOLFERS INVITED TO THE 10TH ANNUAL SHELL POINT OPEN CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 7 , 2013)

Golfers are invited to participate in the 10th annual Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, Nov. 8, at Shell Point Golf Club in Fort Myers.

The tournament, presented by the Legacy Foundation at Shell Point, will raise funds for Shell Point’s Memory Care Center. Located in the Larsen Pavilion, the Center serves Shell Point residents and members of the surrounding community who have memory loss and dementia from Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases.

The Scoggins/Moreland Group of UBS Financial Services is the title sponsor for this year’s tournament. Golfers will vie for a chance to win a 24-month lease on their choice of a brand new Lexus or Acura from Scanlon Auto Group by scoring a hole-in-one at the right hole.

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THE VILLAGE CHURCH AT SHELL POINT ANNOUNCES THE 2013-2014 SEASON OF PRAISE CONCERT SERIES

FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 04 , 2013)

With singers, solo and ensemble instrumentalists, pianists, a brass band, an orchestra and choirs, The Village Church prepares for a musical kaleidoscope of inspirational experiences to highlight the 2013-2014 Season of Praise Concert Series.

“It is a joy for us to continue presenting guest artists who encourage and inspire us with the artistic expressions of their faith,” said Minister of Worship and Music Randy Woods. “As we continue to celebrate God’s goodness and rejoice in his kindness, The Village Church is privileged to share great inspirational music in its worship services and concert series. A listing of artists who have contributed to the church’s musical life would read much like a “who’s who” of great Christian artists.”

This exceptional 2013-2014 Season of Praise Concert Series will include:

  • Two Tenors, Sunday, Nov. 3 at 6:15 p.m. Traditional classical singer Barry Craft duos with contemporary artist Jacob Taylor in an inspirational evening of sacred music.
  • Christmas Celebration, Sunday, Dec. 8 at 6:15 p.m., with The Village Church Choir and Festival Orchestra. Featuring local symphony musicians, the concert includes a festival of carols and classics to celebrate the birthday of a King.
  • Tim Zimmerman & The King’s Brass, Sunday, Jan. 12 at 6:15 p.m. Presenting hymn classics with a contemporary flair, The King’s Brass features three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion, and keyboards. These instruments blend together to create a time of innovative worship that will be enjoyed by all
  • The Annie Moses Band, Sunday, Feb. 23 at 6:15 p.m. A family of Juilliard-trained musicians and award winning songwriters, The Annie Moses Band is leading an artistic renaissance through musical excellence, strength of family, and a message of faith.
  • Wheaton College Concert Choir, Wednesday, March 12 at 7:15 p.m. Directed by Dr. John W. Trotter, and with the energy and zeal of youth, the Wheaton College Concert Choir will perform an exceptional concert of inspiring traditional, classical, and contemporary choral music.
  • Ron and Gary Matthews, Sunday, March 16 at 6:15 p.m. In sacred and classical music, Ron & Gary Matthews are duo vocalists, pianists, organists, and trumpeters. With this combination of superlative talent, these brothers bring to every concert a rare and uplifting musical experience, and, more importantly, a rich spirit of worship.
  • Duo-pianists Nielson & Young, Easter Sunday, April 20 at 6:15 p.m. Internationally acclaimed concert artists, Nielson and Young display a breadth of repertoire and performance venues virtually without comparison. Continue reading “THE VILLAGE CHURCH AT SHELL POINT ANNOUNCES THE 2013-2014 SEASON OF PRAISE CONCERT SERIES”