Club News and Activities

Grandezza GirlFriends

  • June 2025
  • BY CINDY FITZPATRICK

In May, our guest speaker from St. Matthew’s House, Hillary Lemaster, spoke about how they take those in need from crisis to contributors. They are growing their services to ensure that no one experiencing hunger, homelessness or addiction is alone. Grandezza has generously and faithfully supported the work of St. Matthew’s House for many years and we look forward to our continued partnership. The GirlFriends’ bracelet was awarded to Lenor Blanco and we celebrated the birthday of Michele Francesconi this past month.

In the spirit of giving, the quilt group, lead by Shirley Cook, made a stunning quilt that was donated to the Naples Shelter for Abused Women and Children. It will be auctioned off at their annual fundraiser next year. Thanks Shirley, and helpers, Sue Koser, Linda Chow, Gail Navarro, Laura Summy, Sheila Solyom, Janet Doll and Carole McNamara for the many hours and talent in making this beautiful work of art. Well done ladies!