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The Estero Newcomers Club is a vibrant, active organization open to membership of women in Estero, Florida and the surrounding areas. We offer many opportunities for socializing and meeting new women in both large and small group settings. Visit our About Us tab to learn more about our history, membership, organization, and activities.
Our ever popular Monthly Luncheon & Business meetings are held during the third week of the month (usually on Tuesdays or Thursdays) from January - October and during the second week of the month during November - December.
There are a host of monthly activities and fun events which enable our members to meet others with mutual interests. We welcome you to explore our wide array of activities and find the ones that most interest you. Most activities require registration which can be found in the Member Activity tab.
Although our club is designed for women, we have many activities, excursions, and events that include spouses, partners, and male friends. The men can also participate in two events specifically for them - Breakfast with the Guys and Lunch with the Guys.
The Estero Newcomers Club is a warm, inviting, inclusive organization. If this sounds like a group you would enjoy, click here to Join today!
Estero Newcomers Club
PO Box 1157, Estero FL, 33929
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| Our Mission |
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The Estero Newcomers Club (ENC) is a warm, inviting, and inclusive social club whose membership is open to women in Estero, Florida, and the surrounding areas. The ENC mission is to provide members with the opportunity to cultivate friendships through participation in small and large group activities and to support and give back to the community.
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President’s Message
May, 2026
Hello ladies of the ENC!
It’s that time of year…season is winding down. We hope all of our snowbirds have a safe journey back north and we will look forward to seeing you all in the fall!
As for our year-round residents, our Events Team (Barbara, Mary and Joan) continue to find fun events for us to do. While there is still time to register for the Cookie Decorating Class scheduled for April 28th, here are the special events scheduled for May:
- May 8th - Ford & Edison Estates Tour with lunch at Franny’s
- May 29th - Wine Tasting at Total Wine followed by dinner at Fresh Catch Inland
- May 29th - Wine Tasting at Total Wine followed by dinner at Fresh Catch Inland
Just a reminder, events fill up fast so visit the Member Activity section of the website often so you don’t miss out on our regular and special events! Also, if you need to cancel, please be respectful of your ENC sisters and do so in a timely manner. Most events have a waiting list.
Our May luncheon and business meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19th at The Forest Country Club. We are pleased to have Richard Sherman, Author and Professional Photographer as our guest speaker. His book, "Never Home: Remembering the Military Heroes Who Never Returned," honors the more than 200,000 individuals interred in America's 23 overseas WWI and WWII cemeteries and was published in April, 2024. Richard also co-produces a monthly video series with the Navy Memorial that honors fallen heroes from WWI and WWII.
We are happy to continue to support Let’s Talk Dementia as our second quarter charity. All proceeds collected at our April, May and June luncheons will be donated to this worthwhile cause. Don’t forget, you can also pre-purchase raffle tickets on-line if you prefer to use a credit card. Just visit the Member Activity section of the website to pre-purchase raffle tickets. Tickets will be distributed at the luncheons.
Your Board of Directors has made the decision to discontinue issuing a monthly newsletter. Given all the work Suzanne Smith has put into the website and Barbara McTaggart’s weekly Events emails, we felt the newsletter was redundant. A special thank you to Janet Doll for all of her work on the newsletter! She is enjoying a much needed break! I will be emailing my President’s Message out monthly as well as posting it on the website.
The ENC is strong because of all of you. Please consider joining the Board in 2027 as many opportunities will exist to do so!
Remember, take time to breathe. Be kind - to yourself and others. Have a great month!
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Estero/Bonita/Fort Myers things to do:
Hertz Arena:
Center for the Arts - Bonita Springs:
Florida Repertory Theatre - Fort Myers:
Bonita Springs Concert Band:
Lee County Parks System:
Visit Florida:
Miromar Outlets Shopping Mall:
Edison & Ford Winter Estates:
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| Website Administration |
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The home page is updated often to keep you informed of any important notices. Refer any website issues to the website administrator, Suzanne Smith enc.computergal@gmail.com |
| Monthly Activities at a Glance |
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ENC Monthly Luncheon
Our Monthly Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 21st 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at Spring Run Golf Club in Bonita Springs. Please bring reusable shopping bags to the meeting for Interfaith Charities of South Lee County. Please click HERE to register for the luncheon.
Destination Dinner
Destination Dinner is held on the first Thursday of each month. Join your ENC friends to try local restaurants. We will be going to The Black Forest in Naples on May 7th. Please click HERE to register for this event.
Woman to Woman
Woman to Woman is held on the 2nd Thursday of the month. We will be going to Pezzo Pizza + Bar in Estero on May 14th. There will be a limit of 14 for this event. Please click HERE to register for this event.
Mix & Mingle
Mix & Mingle is usually held on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Great event to get to know your ENC friends! Our next get-together is Saturday, May 2nd. Please click HERE to register for this event and for more information.
Breakfast Club
Breakfast Club is held on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Great small group event to introduce friends to ENC. Great event to bring new friends! We will be going to The Surrey Cafe in Bonita Springs. There is a limit of 12 for this event. Please click HERE to register.
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch is held on the 4th Monday of the month. We will be going to Bonefish Grill in Bonita Springs on April 27th. Limited to 9 members. Please click HERE to register for this event.
Saturday Singles
Saturday Singles is held on the 3rd Saturday of the month. We will be going Connors in Naples on May 16th. Please note time change 3:30 - 5:30. There is a limit of 14 ladies. Please click HERE to register. If the event is sold out but please call the coordinator to be placed on the waitlist.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour is held on the 4th Wednesday of the month. We will be going to Hooked Island Grill in Fort Myers on April 22nd from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Please click HERE to register. Members, Members plus guest - spouse, significant other, friends are welcome at this event! Please note there is a limit of 24 people for this restaurant.
Bunco
Bunco is held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. We will be getting together on April 15th from 1:00 - 3:00. Please click HERE to register. This has a limit of 12 ladies.
ENC Book Club
ENC Book Club will be meeting on the 2nd Monday of each month. We will be getting together on May 11th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Click HERE to register for this event. Please check under "Member Resources" on the ENC homepage dropdown menu for list of books and discussion leaders.
Film Club
Film Club is on Tuesday, May 12th. Movie to be determined. It will be followed by a Happy Hour at a local restaurant. Please click HERE to register for this event. The movie theater is The Prado Stadium 12 in Bonita Springs we will plan on meeting in the lobby at 12:45.
Twisted Bingo
Twisted Bingo is held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at Naples Flatbread - Miromar Outlets. Twisted Bingo is a fun mix of regular bingo with music and some twists of fun challenges along the way! We meet on May 6th, 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Join us for dinner at 6:00 pm.
Click HERE to register for this event.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is held every Thursday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at Fountain Lakes. Contact: Barbara DeVille with questions regarding the experienced player group.
New to American Mah Jongg and want to learn how to play? Here's your opportunity to learn! Please contact: Freddi Krell or Chris Smolen directly if you are interested in lessons. |
| Charitable Giving & Volunteer Opportunities |
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2nd QUARTER CHARITY
Our charity for the second quarter is Let's Talk Dementia, whose mission it is provide free, accessible support for individuals navigating the complexities of dementia care giving.
All proceeds from our monthly luncheons will be donated to this organization.
DONATE ITEMS
APS of Southwest Florida - Period Supplies - Give to Michelle Wiltgen
BelieveNBooks - New/Gently used books - Give to Suzanne Smith
Eva’s Closet - New/Gently used clothing for children (newborn-18 years old), adults (men/women), household items - Give to Rose Schmidt or Linda Shull
Healthy Start of Southwest Florida - diapers, baby wipes, money and baby items to meet specific needs (cribs, strollers, baby formula, etc.) - Give to Linda Shull
Interfaith Charities - reusable shopping bags - give to Suzanne Smith
Laces of Love - new children’s shoes - Give to Rose Schmidt or Linda Shull
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Click on each for more information on how to volunteer:
(Tuesday-Wednesday 9am-12pm)
Click HERE for more information on our Charitable Initiatives. |