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The Club at Shell Point Opens Doors

Sports, Wellness, and Social Amenities Just Minutes from Sanibel
FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 20, 2016)

On October 12, Shell Point held a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening event to celebrate the completion of The Club at Shell Point.

Located at the Shell Point Golf Course, this $14 million, 35,000-square-foot clubhouse opened its doors after a 525-day project involving hundreds of participants. The entire project required an estimated 120,000 man hours working with more than 60 subcontractors and vendors, resulting in:

  • More than 22,000 square feet of custom-color concrete roof tile
  • An estimated 15,000 man hours for concrete/masonry work: 1,054 cubic yards of concrete; 33,849 masonry blocks; and 119,084 pounds of reinforcing steel
  • A wind rating of 173mph, to withstand a Category 4 hurricane

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2016 Shell Point Holiday Bazaar Offers Seasonal Gifts for Sale

FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 19, 2016)

Purchase novelty gifts and great deals during the 11th annual Holiday Bazaar, to be held Friday and Saturday, Nov. 4 and 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Admission to the event, held in the Woodlands Commons at Shell Point, is free.

Hosted by residents from the Shell Point Crafters Group, this seasonal shopping event offers hand-designed gifts and stocking stuffers that are made or enhanced by Shell Point residents.

Many tables will be filled with an array of diverse crafts for sale on the first and second floors of the Woodlands Commons at Shell Point, 14441 Woodsong Lane, Fort Myers. Handmade items include specialty Christmas décor, Christmas novelties, handbags, jewelry, intricate wood sculptures, three-dimensional paper crafts, homemade tasty goodies, children’s clothing, holiday cards, and more.

 
Purchase handcrafted gifts during the free Holiday Bazaar shopping event at Shell Point Retirement Community on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 4 and 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Wendy Iverson/Shell Point Retirement Community)
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Golfers Hit the Links for Charity in 13th Annual Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament

FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 18, 2016)

Golfers are ready to hit the links for a good cause in the 13th annual Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, Nov. 11. Registration begins at 7 a.m. at The Club at Shell Point.

Presented by The Legacy Foundation at Shell Point, along with co-title sponsors Wright Construction Group and FineMark National Bank & Trust, proceeds from the event will benefit those who receive hospice care at the Larsen Pavilion.

In honor of Veterans Day, a continental breakfast and patriotic festivities will kick off this scramble-style tournament. Golfers will vie for a chance to win big hole-in-one prizes, followed by a catered luncheon with raffle prizes, swag bags, and promotional giveaways.

For more information about ways to support this cause, please contact The Legacy Foundation at 239-466-8484.

“Not only is the course in great shape, but for the first time, Shell Point’s newly completed clubhouse will offer golfers an elevated, enjoyable experience with professional service. We expect a great turnout and beautiful fall weather,” said Gary Keating, golf course manager.  Continue reading “Golfers Hit the Links for Charity in 13th Annual Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament”

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The Village Church at Shell Point Announces 2016 – 2017 Season of Praise Concert Series

FORT MYERS, Fla. ( October 4, 2016)

Tickets are on sale for the 2016-2017 Season of Praise Concert Series, an annual series of sacred music and inspirational worship celebrations offered by The Village Church at Shell Point.

Six performances in the 2016-2017 Season of Praise Concert Series bring a variety of singers, solo and instrumental ensembles, bells, orchestra, and choirs, and even a brass band to The Village Church at Shell Point. The artist roster and dates are as follows:

  • Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers – Sunday, Nov. 13, at 6:15 p.m. The Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers and the debut of the City of Palms Youth Choir will present a festive celebration of sacred songs.
  • A Christmas Celebration – Sunday, Dec. 11, at 6:15 p.m. This festive program by The Village Church choir, accompanied by the Celebration Ringers and the Southwest Florida Festival Orchestra, will weave Hal Hopson’s classic arrangements into a service of lessons and carols that celebrates the joy of the season.
  • Tim Zimmerman & The King’s Brass – Sunday, Jan. 8, at 6:15 p.m. The King’s Brass blends three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion, and keyboards for this performance that will highlight classic hymn arrangements with a contemporary flair.
  • Ballet Magnificat’s Deliver Us – Thursday, Feb. 2, at 7:15 p.m. The art of dance and drama will take the stage as Ballet Magnificat delivers a riveting story about Moses and the enslaved Jewish people’s cry for deliverance – a vivid prophetic picture pointing to the Easter story and God’s love for all people.
  • Of Wardrobes and Rings – Sunday, March 12, at 6:15 p.m. This dramatic presentation spends an evening with C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien at Oxford’s historic Eagle and Child pub for a visit tempered by thawing humor, confession, and reconciliation.
  • Easter Celebration with Stuart Neill – Sunday, April 16, at 6:15 p.m. Internationally acclaimed tenor soloist Stuart Neill will sing classic hymns, sacred arias, and art songs during this Easter evening concert celebration. Continue reading “The Village Church at Shell Point Announces 2016 – 2017 Season of Praise Concert Series”