Reader’s Corner – The Briar Club
Kate Quinn’s The Briar Club is a satisfying blend of mystery, oddball friendship, and historical detail that transports readers to a 1950s Washington D.C. boarding house where a group of female lodgers discover that their differences can become their greatest strength. The novel certainly has its quirks: The Briarwood House itself is a “character” and […]
Grandezza GirlFriends
A DAZZLING SEASON HIGHLIGHT: THE GIRLFRIENDS FASHION SHOW The fashion show remains the highlight of the season, and this year’s event was no exception. Under the skilled direction of Kara Nickolas and her dedicated team of assistants, the show was executed flawlessly and left attendees thoroughly impressed. The ensembles were provided by Mainstream Boutique in […]
Reader’s Corner
HUSBANDS & LOVERS BY BEATRIZ WILLIAMS Husbands & Lovers, The New York Times bestseller by Beatriz Williams, is a fascinating historical novel “wrapped” in beachside romance. The novel tells a story of two women, who are separated by decades and continents, and don’t seem to have anything in common. New England 2022: Mallory Dunne is […]
My Tree is Strong
Like dark clouds morphing in the sky, such was the nature of my mind. Sadness mixed with grief set in as I wilted, somber and alone. The pain came unannounced. Time stood still, and heaviness settled deep in my heart. I thought I had been coasting along just fine, though this year was filled with […]
Golf Corner
MESSAGE FROM THE GOLF PROFESSIONAL As our season continues, we wish to address a few recurring concerns. The golf course is reserved for golfers with scheduled tee times. Please check in before playing, as this helps maintain the integrity of our membership. Although the course is a green space, walking, biking, or allowing pets on […]
Travel Corner
DISCOVERING IRELAND’S HEART AND SOUL On this wonderful trip to The Emerald Island we flew from Cleveland to Shannon, Ireland, where we joined a CIE tour called The Ireland South Day Tripper. After checking in at the historic 18th-century family-run Dunraven Arms Hotel in Adare, we headed into town. Known as one of the prettiest […]
Grandezza Singers Take the Stage on March 27
Music and community will come together when The Grandezza Singers present their Ninth Annual Spring Concert on March 27 at 5 p.m. in the Grand Dining Room. Composed of friends and neighbors from within Grandezza, the group is excited to share an evening of familiar, feel-good songs that are sure to have toes tapping and […]
GirlFriends: A Portrait of Brides Through the Ages
In February, the GirlFriends held a portrait of a bride luncheon. Leigh Ann Brown shared her extraordinary collection of 18 bridal gowns, some more than 100 years old. It was fascinating to see how times have changed. As part of the program, GirlFriends submitted their own bridal photos. We are so grateful to Kevin Ryan […]
Florida Law Affects Golf Cart Operators
A Florida law went into effect on October 1, 2023 that imposes certain restrictions on persons under 18 years of age from operating golf carts on public roads. The legislation requires that all golf cart operators carry a government issued I.D. such as a driver’s license even if they are 18 years old or older. […]
Reader’s Corner
THE CORRESPONDENT BY VIRGINIA EVANS It is not often you stumble into a book that stays with you well after you finish it. “The Correspondent” tells the story of Sybil Van Antwerp, a fictional retired lawyer in her 70’s living in Annapolis, as she faces the challenges of aging and the weight of regrets. Sybil […]