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Every hour of every day, people in our community are searching for health, human, or social services. United Way 211 is a free, confidential helpline that connects individuals and families with essential resources. From housing and food assistance to mental health support and disaster relief, 211 ensures no one in our community must face hardship […]

Donations made in 2026 may be eligible for federal tax deductions, helping you support the causes you care about while lowering your taxable income even if you take the standard deduction. Single filers may be able to deduct up to $1,000 and joint filers up to $2,000. As always, we encourage donors to consult a […]

CHICKEN AND SHRIMP GUMBO At John Palmer’s Bistro 44 we always looked for a reason to push our culinary skills. Whether it was trying new flavors or spices or just learning the “classics” and perfecting them. One holiday we always looked forward to was Fat Tuesday. I would assign different dishes to each Chef and […]

The GirlFriends kicked off 2026 with Murder Mystery. Most of the ladies were decked out in 1920’s style for the dramatized memorial service of Vito Marzetti. Jeanne Basso, Sandy Renner and Sharon McCarthy helped move the plot with small parts in the performance. I think they may have a future in the theater. The winning […]

Come enjoy the Luau Theme Gala at Grandezza on Sunday, March 22 and support Estero Education. You won’t want to miss the fun, delicious cuisine and the incredible live and silent auction items at this 14th Annual Breaking Par Gala. Happy Hour starts at 5:30 p.m. The students of LEAD Estero will provide a tropical […]

Avalon residents are invited to join the “Avalon Neighborhood at Grandezza” group’s Facebook page. Among the website’s uses is to alert fellow residents of safety or security issues, share general news of interest to Avalon residents, make suggestions, recommend contractors, ask a question, express a concern, share repair tips, share social items, list items for […]

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO VISIT: COME AND BE AMAZED! The Estero Library underwent renovations costing approximately $10.47 million, funded through the library’s Capital Improvement Budget. The updated design incorporates enhancements intended to benefit individuals of all ages, from children to older adults. The new entrance area provides easy, inviting access to the library’s interior. The […]