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President’s Message
April 2025
Hello ladies of the ENC!
So nice to see so many of you out at the many, many wonderful monthly events! We do have fun, don’t we? I am so proud to be surrounded by so many awesome women!
I know many of you are thinking about the end of season and your plans to head north. May your travel be safe and you return to beautiful spring weather!!
Other than our regular monthly events, don’t miss the special events Barbara has planned for us in April. They are:
April 4th - Shout! The Mod Musical at the Florida Repertory Theatre followed by dinner at Izzy’s Fish.
April 18th - Sunset on Fort Myers Beach - A special thank you to Gail & Bob Liebowitz for opening their home for this special event!
Check the Member Activity section of the website often for updates! Also, please be considerate of your ENC sisters; if you do need to cancel, please do so as soon as possible.
April 18th - Sunset on Fort Myers Beach - A special thank you to Gail & Bob Liebowitz for opening their home for this special event!
Check the Member Activity section of the website often for updates! Also, please be considerate of your ENC sisters; if you do need to cancel, please do so as soon as possible.
Our April luncheon and business meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 17th at Corkscrew Shores. Back by popular demand, Steve Sarkozy, Manager of the Village of Estero, will be on hand to share with us all that’s happening in Estero (and if you drive around, you know there’s plenty!). Don’t miss this first hand update on what’s coming in our city.
A new quarter means a new charity that we will be supporting through our monthly raffles. We are pleased to have Community Cooperative as our second quarter charity. We are excited to have Janelle Olsen, Community Engagement Director, at our April luncheon to talk to us about Community Cooperative’s mission. In addition to the raffles, please consider bringing peanut butter or jelly (or both) to the April luncheon as we support Community Cooperative’s PB&J Drive. Thank you, as always, for your generosity!
While I know it’s only April, please consider getting involved on the ENC Board. We always appreciate the extra hands and fresh ideas and enthusiasm!
Remember, take time to breathe. Be kind - to yourself and others. Have a great month!
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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) 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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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 Thursday, April 17th from 11:00 - 2:00 pm at Corkscrew Shores Captain's Club in Estero. This month's guest speaker is Steve Sarkozy, Manager of the Village of Estero.
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. DD will be going to Figs Grille on Thursday, April 3rd from 6:00 - 8:30 pm. Please click HERE to register. Limit of 30 guests for this event.
Woman to Woman
Woman to Woman is held on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Join us Thursday, April 10th @ from 4:00 - 6:00 pm to El Gaucho Inca in Estero. Click HERE to register for this fun event!
Mix & Mingle
Mix & Mingle is usually held the 2nd Saturday of the month. Join us April 12th from 6:00 - 8:00 for this fun event to get to know your fellow newcomers. Guests bring a heavy appetizer and a beverage of choice - BYOB. Click HERE to register.
Breakfast Club
Breakfast Club is held on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Great small group event to introduce friends to ENC. We will be going to: First Watch - Fort Myers on Tuesday, April 1st from 9:00 - 10:30 am. Please click HERE to register for this event.
Lunch Bunch
We will be going to the new venue: SugarShack Downtown in Bonita Springs on Monday, March 31st at 1:00. Please Click HERE to register. Limit of 15 ladies.
Saturday Singles
Saturday Singles is held on the third Saturday of the month. We will be going to The Other Side Bistro in Bonita Springs on April 19th from 4:00 to 6:00 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 Blue Pointe Oyster Bar & Seafood in Fort Myers on Wednesday, March 26th from 4:00 to 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 20 people for this restaurant.
Coffee, Tea & Conversations
Coffee, Tea & Conversation is held the 3rd Friday of the month. This will be held on Friday, April 18th in Estero. Please click HERE to register and for more information about this event.
Paradise Readers
Paradise Readers is the 2nd Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2025 book list. See you on April 14th @ Duffy's Sports Grill - Estero. For further information contact: Joan Pittman at joanpittman@yahoo.com.
Beyond the Book
Beyond the Book is the 4th Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2025 book list. See you Monday, April 28th. For further information please contact Mahasti Koosha directly at mahkoosha@gmail.com or 609-647-0185.
Film Club
Film Club is Tuesday, March 25th at the Prado in Bonita Springs. Movie will be followed by a Happy Hour at a local restaurant. Please click HERE to register for this event. Movie will be updated once it gets closer to the date.
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! It is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2nd at 6:00 for dinner or join us at 7:00 pm for Bingo. Please click HERE to register.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is held every Thursday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at Fountain Lakes. Contact Barbara DeVille at btdeville@comcast.net 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 at askitty9@yahoo.com or Chris Smolen at csmolen@hotmail.com directly if you are interested in lessons. Yarn and Chat
Yarn and Chat is held on the 1st Monday of the month. It is scheduled for April 7th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Yarn a little and chat a lot and if you need help with a project there's always someone who can help. Contact Lonnie if you want to join in the fun! lonnieta@comcast.net or 239-565-8226.
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Peanut butter and jelly are some of the most frequently requested items at our mobile food pantries because they are kid-friendly, shelf-stable and protein-rich. To help keep our shelves stocked all summer long, Community Cooperative will once again be launching the Peanut Butter & Jelly Drive for the month of April to rally the support of businesses, schools, and organizations in collecting PB&J supplies.
Help us reach our goal of 25,000 pounds of PB&J! We anticipate that the need will grow when school is out for summer as a result of rising food prices and the financial hardships caused by the increased cost of living. For over 40 years, Community Cooperative has worked to eliminate hunger and homelessness in Southwest Florida. Through collaborative efforts like the annual PB&J Drive, we can continue to reach those, especially children, who struggle with food insecurity. Peanut Butter and Jelly donations can be brought to our luncheon and given to Rose Schmidt and also I can also pick up for anyone where convenient. Any questions please contact Rose directly at
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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. |