Master POA Report
All of our Gazette articles are submitted a month or more in advance of the publication to accommodate the production schedule. So, while I am writing this shortly following some of our great end-of-season-events, such as the golf ‘CYA Later’, Grandezza Singers Concert, Tennis and Fitness events, Dinner Dances and so many others – more […]
Reader’s Corner – The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club
The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly is a historical novel inspired by true events in the lives of the author’s family members during World War II. The novel’s storyline oscillates between 1942 and 2016. Key characters during the wartime period are the Smith sisters, Cadence and Briar. In 2016, Mari Starwood, […]
Grandezza Gazzette: Strong Readership and Growing Engagement
Great news for our community—your Grandezza Gazzette continues to reach and engage a large number of residents each month. The March performance metrics confirm what many of us already suspected: residents are reading, sharing, and spending meaningful time with the content being published. MARCH HIGHLIGHTS: • Website Visits: 2,341 • Page Views: 3,261 • Magazine Reads: 897 • Average Read […]
The Vacation Mindset: Finding Adventure in the Everyday
Boarding the plane, I was excited for the adventure ahead. For months, I had been planning this getaway with great anticipation. Time with friends, visits to several towns and memorable excursions were all on the agenda. It felt like exactly what I needed: a break from my daily routine and an opportunity to explore new […]
Cook’s Corner
Every menu at John Palmer’s Bistro featured a braised item of some sort. For this Gazzette I thought I would share a Braised Short Rib recipe. This one is influenced by the “Dongpo” region of China. Great flavors, pretty simple to pull together. DONGPO SHORT RIB 5 lbs. of boneless short rib cut into 10 […]
Art and Dance Bring Joy to the GirlFriends
In April, the GirlFriends once again showcased their beautiful artwork. The art interest group, is led by Carol Ann Levi and meets weekly during season. It’s always such a treat to see their creations. Jeanne Basso, the founder of Grandezza GirlFriends in 2011, shared the history of how it came to fruition, including our butterfly […]
Singing Our Thanks!
A heartfelt thank you to our Grandezza Singers friends and supporters! Your enthusiasm and encouragement made the 2025–2026 season truly special. We’re already looking ahead to next season with excitement, as new music and new members are on the horizon. Interested in joining us? Reach out to any Grandezza Singers member and be part of […]
Grandezza Resident Reports Scam Incident
The following was documented by a Grandezza resident who was smart enough not to be convinced by a scammer to pay $30,000 to avoid immediate arrest: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 3:20 PM Someone left a message on my phone identifying themselves as Lt. John Stewart calling from 239-392-6892. I answered the call when that phone […]
What You Need to Know About Crypto
Cryptocurrency (crypto) was first launched publicly in 2009, in the form of Bitcoin. Since that time, more than 25,000 other cryptocurrencies have been introduced, and the form of digital currency continues to garner attention. What exactly is cryptocurrency? How is it used? Read on to find out the basic facts about this digital asset. What […]
