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Holidays and Celebrations of October

In Florida, October is a month that ushers in slightly cooler breezes, a welcome relief after the long summer heat. While it is still technically hurricane season, residents embrace the early signs of fall with a variety of holidays and celebrations that reflect both national traditions and Florida’s unique local character. The month begins with […]

Discover Joy, Balance & a Sharper Mind

Over the past three years, I’ve been carefully shaping Harmonize with Happiness, a program built on research, reflection and real-world practice. What started as a simple presentation has evolved into a dynamic, multi-part experience. With each passing year, I’ve deepened my study of the science of happiness, refined the visuals to spark curiosity and woven […]

Reader’s Corner

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 […]

Tennis Corner

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 […]

Golf Corner

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 […]

Travel Corner

A JOURNEY THROUGH SWITZERLAND: PEAKS, VILLAGES, AND MEMORIES High on my bucket list has always been a visit to Switzerland, and with this recent trip, I can finally check that one off. Traveling with Odysseys Travel, Mark and I came home with unforgettable memories of this high-altitude, breathtaking adventure. We arrived in Zurich, navigated our […]

Calling All Pet Owners!

Tell the rest of Grandezza about your beloved pet! Share favorite stories that reveal your pet’s personality in 300-600 words and we’ll feature your pet with a few pictures in the next issue of the Grandezza Gazzette. Send your article to: [email protected].

Grandezza Singers Are Excited about the New Season

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 […]

Resident Notice – Entry Gate Access

Please advise all contractors and visitors in advance that access to the community is only allowed at the main gate located on Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. Most GPS applications will direct drivers to the entrance gates at Savona and the maintenance area on Corkscrew Road. Unauthorized vehicles attempting to enter the community at these gates […]

Beware the Title Pirates

The Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently warned property owners of the continuing increase in reports of home title theft, or quit claim deed fraud. This type of fraud is usually not readily detectable until it is too late, and the homeowner discovers their property has been sold. What is it? […]