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Thank you for your interest in the ENC!
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) from January - October and during the second week of the month during November - December.
There are also a host of varied, monthly activities and fun events which enable women of Estero and the surrounding areas 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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President’s Message
December 2025
Hello and Happy Holidays ladies of the ENC!
Another year in the books - and without a devastating hurricane (YAY!).
We were busy in 2025!! Thanks to all of you for making the ENC such a vibrant and welcoming club! Yes, we are a social club - and Social we are - but we also managed to give with our time volunteering and donations to our quarterly charities. For that, I am thankful and so proud of what we represent!
December, as you know, is the continuation of our Holiday Raffles to benefit our fourth quarter charities - Pace Center for Girls, Laces of Love and Eva’s Closet. For our final luncheon of the year, we will have another fifteen beautiful raffle baskets so please plan to attend. Also, available is the ability to pre-purchase raffle tickets so feel free to use your credit card online! We are pleased to be back at Spring Run on December 9th. I hope to see all of you there!
While I know you are all busy with the holidays, we have several events planned for December. They are:
· December 5th - FGCU’s 19th Annual Empty Bowls Event
· December 10th - Our first ENC Cookie Exchange
· December 14th - Naples Princess Holiday Cruise
· December 20th - Eva’s Closet Toy Give-a-Way (volunteer event)
All of these events along with our regular events are open for registration on the website! And remember, with Season in full swing, events fill up fast so don’t miss out! Thank you to Barbara McTaggart, Events Chairwoman for her regular registration email reminders!
As we say goodbye to 2025, I can’t thank our Board and Coordinators enough for all of their hard work throughout the year. You make all of the wonderful things we do, and I appreciate you all more than you know.
Remember, ESPECIALLY during this holiday season, take time to breathe. Be kind - to yourself and others. Have a great holiday season!
| 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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| Monthly Activities at a Glance |
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ENC Monthly Luncheon
Our Monthly Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, December 9th 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at Spring Run Golf Club in Bonita Springs. Please bring re-useable shopping bags to 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. See you February 5th!
Woman to Woman
Woman to Woman is held on the 2nd Thursday of the month. We will be going to Marsala's in Estero on Thursday, January 8th 4:00 - 6:00. Please click HERE to register for this event.
Mix & Mingle
Mix & Mingle is usually held the 2nd Saturday of the month. Great event to get to know your ENC friends! Our next get together is Saturday, January 10th. Please click HERE to register for this event and 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 new restaurant "Alba Breakfast & Brunch" at Coconut Point on January 6th from 9:00 - 11:00 am. Please click HERE to register.
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch will be at on hold until January 2026. See you then!
Saturday Singles
Saturday Singles is held on the third Saturday of the month. We will be going to December 20th at Greektown Taverna 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. There is a limit of 14 ladies. Please click HERE to register.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour is held on the 4th Wednesday of the month. We will be going to Old Florida Chop House in Bonita Springs on Wednesday, December 17th from 3:30 to 5:30 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 20 people for this restaurant.
Coffee, Tea & Conversations
Coffee, Tea & Conversation is held the 3rd Friday of the month. We are taking a break and will see you in January.
ENC Book Club
ENC Book Club will be meeting the 2nd Monday of each month. The first get together will be January 12th 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Click HERE to register for this event.
Film Club
Film Club is Tuesday, December 16th. 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.
Twisted Bingo
Twisted Bingo is held 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 December 3rd at 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. |
| Volunteer Opportunities |
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Harry Chapin Food Bank
Volunteers make it possible for the food bank to feed a quarter of a million people a month in Southwest Florida.Volunteers sort and pack donations of food at the Fort Myers and Naples distribution centers. To volunteer please click on this website link:
239- 334-7007 for further information.
Eva's Closet & Foundation
Eva's Closets' Mission is to assist people in need, regardless of situation or circumstance, without judgment. They provide necessities and essentials to individuals and families in need in SWFL.
Eva's is looking for volunteers to sort donations into bins. You can sit down and no lifting involved. The closet is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Volunteers are welcome between their regular hours. No registration is needed.
or call Jessica at 239-339-3216
Community Cooperative
Community Cooperative works to effectively eliminate hunger and homelessness in Lee County while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive changes in its clients by delivering innovative food, education and social programs. To volunteer, click on this website link:
You will need to click on "Volunteer" then follow the instructions to Create an Account and complete the short application. After your application is received, the process will take 24-48 hours and then you will receive a notice that you are welcome to explore the calendar and sign up for open volunteering opportunities. |
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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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