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Mary Charles encouraged her audience to write down snippets of life experiences. The moments can be big or small, but they are moments in time that deserve to be remembered. Charles is an essayist, memoir writer, President of the Gulf Coast Writers Association and an award-wining author published in the Fort Myers Florida Weekly newspaper. […]

The Gateway Women’s Club’s recent culinary adventure to El Sabor de Mis Raices proved that you do not need a passport to experience the heart and flavors of Cuba. The restaurant could not be more convenient, located just around the corner from the Gateway community. The restaurant’s name translates to “The Flavor of My Roots.” […]

The recent Gateway Gals on the Go event was Bocce! The weather wasn’t kind to the players. With the “feels like” temperature down to 35 degrees, they all bundled up and played two sessions. With the help of Mary deSilva, Sharon Desrosiers, and Michelle Karnes the group had two great games. After the games the […]

Continuing the practice of interviewing the Gateway Greens Community’s Neighborhood Association Presidents is always a pleasure – because it reinforces a belief that people are good, and their motives for volunteering to serve the public are sincere. Their willingness to help others is at the core for each of them, and Sue Sprehn is no […]

The song Ring Them Bells by Liza Minnelli seems perfectly suited to our newest Gateway Greens residents. The lyrics tell the story of a woman named Shirley who travels the world only to discover love closer to home—a joyful and memorable journey. Jerry and Angela Webb can certainly relate. Both grew up just one mile […]

The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We normally meet on the fourth Thursday of each month. Our March meeting will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn (Captiva Ballroom), 12600 University Drive, Fort Myers 33908, corner of College Parkway at the Summerlin Road […]

Our recent Golf Cart Parade took place on Sunday, December 21, and was a wonderful community event enjoyed by all. The parade lasted about an hour and a half, beginning at the clubhouse and traveling through most streets in the community. Festively decorated carts and smiling participants brought great energy and holiday spirit along the […]

On Sunday, January 4, a group of Gateway Girlfriends enjoyed a delightful visit to the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens in Punta Gorda. The outing featured a variety of inspiring displays, including “Origami in the Garden,” stunning stone sculptures crafted by Zimbabwean artists, and works designed by 14 resident artists. Participants explored beautiful gardens […]

DIANE BOGART, MANNY TORRES, MARIA AND DAVID BEACHAM The Gateway Women’s Club recently enjoyed a culinary journey to Limoncello in Naples. A group of 30 (members, spouses, and friends) gathered for an evening that felt like a trip to the sun-drenched shores of Italy. Limoncello, a family-owned gem, is celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine […]

THE VETERANS DAY 5K WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! On behalf of everyone at Gateway Golf & Country Club, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for joining us at our first Veterans Day 5K. Your energy, enthusiasm, and generosity made the event a true celebration of community, compassion, and gratitude for those who have served […]