Information / Education

We live in a rapidly advancing digital world. Technology continues to transform how we live, learn, and access information. Although the digital landscape brings tremendous convenience and connection, it also has a significant impact on our mental health. In Limitless, Jim Kwik introduces four ways technology affects our minds. I call them the Four D’s. […]

SHRIMP COCKTAIL On a trip to Indianapolis Michelle and I had the pleasure to dine at the famous “St. Elmo’s Steakhouse.” Upon our return to our bistro in Northeast Ohio, I wanted to recreate the ONLY appetizer on the St. Elmo’s menu, Shrimp Cocktail. It was so delicious! Here’s what we came up with.

CRUISING THE UPPER MISSISSIPPI We have taken pleasure in Viking River Cruises in Europe several times. This year we chose to try an American Cruise Line tour. We sailed the Upper Mississippi River on the “American Serenade.” The Historic Hotel of America’s “St. Paul Hotel” began our adventure with an overnight stay and dinner. Much […]

We all love our dogs—they’re part of the Grandezza family! But no one enjoys stepping in or seeing dog waste left behind on sidewalks, lawns, or common areas. Please be a responsible pet owner and pick up after your dog every time. Dog waste is not only unpleasant, it can spread bacteria and harm our […]

October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Dr. Lea Blackwell, Breast Surgical Oncologist, was the guest speaker. What was surprising was the sheer number of survivors who were in attendance at the luncheon. One big take-away is that if you have dense breasts, it is essential that you request an MRI. It could be a […]

The Vicki Baker’s Dozen Team took second place by raising over $3,500, thanks to the generous donations from our Grandezza community. October’s Take Steps Walk in West Palm Beach brought together hundreds of participants of all ages to support those living with Crohn’s IBD/Ulcerative Colitis disease. The increasing ability to correctly diagnose these digestive disorders […]

Since 2018, Grandezza resident Paula Noice, with significant support from Tom Wyand, has coordinated an annual holiday drive to support the Children’s Advocacy Center. This year’s drive generated over $10,500 in toys, clothes, checks and gift cards. On December 8, Alicia Shannon, CAC CEO, and Kaleigh Lawrence, CAC Chief Development Officer, brought the CAC van […]