Club News and Activities

As a Reading Specialist this writer spent much of her professional time finding ways to enrich her students’ lives through books, so Monica Wood’s title immediately sparked my curiosity. But this novel is about much more than how simply to read or process a book. Violet Powell is a twenty-two-year-old who has been released early […]

YVETTE BERNOSKY, B.MS., DIRECTOR OF FITNESS & WELLNESS, THE CLUB AT GRANDÉZZA Boarding the plane, I felt a rush of excitement for the adventure ahead. Months of planning had built anticipation for a getaway filled with friends, travel and exploration; a perfect break from my daily routine. Arriving in Colorado, the brisk air and breathtaking […]

WELCOME BACK TO THE COURTS! Welcome back to beautiful Estero and to another great season of tennis at the Club at Grandezza! The courts are ready, the team is excited, and we can’t wait to see everyone back out there enjoying the game again. After some time away, it’s completely normal to need a few […]

In anticipation and preparation for our holiday performances, the Grandezza Singers have begun weekly Monday practices from 3:15 to 5 p.m. All are welcome to join us, no tryouts or requirements. Mark your calendars for our performances at the holiday concerts on Wednesday, Dec. 10 and Thursday, Dec. 11. In the meantime, just drop in […]

From the Grandezza’s own Sharmin Fairbanks McKenny comes Made to Last Forever: A Family. A House. A Nation, a captivating historical novel depicting Sharmin’s ancestral family and the widely known Fairbanks House built in 1637 in Dedham, Massachusetts, where Jonathan and Grace Fairbanks originally settled upon arrival from England. Rich in historical detail about life […]

As autumn settles in and many of you return to the courts after a summer or seasonal break, I want to take a moment to guide you back into your tennis routine thoughtfully and effectively. A layoff from the game—whether weeks or months—requires patience, focus, and a smart plan so that you can enjoy your […]

THE NEED TO REPLACE YOUR WEDGES PERIODICALLY One of the most overlooked areas of a player’s equipment is their wedges. Next to the putter, your wedge is likely the most used club. You should replace your wedges periodically because their performance degrades over time due to wear. Here’s why it’s important: WORN GROOVES REDUCE SPIN […]

The Grandezza Singers are looking forward to another great season with fantastic Director, Barb Wischmeier, who makes every rehearsal both enjoyable and challenging. We are coming off our successful 5th season after enjoying a standing ovation in the club’s ballroom. As the anticipation builds, rehearsals will echo with renewed energy and ambition. Plans are underway […]

In September the Girlfriends gathered for an intimate lunch in the small clubhouse dining room. Barbara Parsons, GirlFriends’ Secretary, reported that “It was very cozy and there was fabulous conversation.” Barb presented Pamela Williams with the bracelet and she led the celebration of Sara Locker’s birthday. We’ll be back to our regularly scheduled programing in […]