SEPTEMBER 2010 VOLUME: IX
PUBLISHER: Pat Spanitz pbspanitz@comcast.net CIRCULATION: Volunteers
NOTES TO THE RESIDENTS
ABOUT LAWN CARE - It has been brought to the attention of the Board of Directors, that some homeowners are not caring for the back portion of their lawns. Please remember, it is as important to maintain the back and side portion of your lawn, as the front. Let’s be considerate of our neighbor and keep the entire lawn looking nice.
We are well into the hurricane season. If you wish to use the Annex building for shelter during a storm, it is necessary for you to sign a waiver. You may sign-up and fill out the wavier at the office at anytime during regular business hours, see Sheila.
NOTE: If you are a property owner and would like to speak on an agenda item at the monthly Board Meeting, a sign in sheet will be provided where you can note which item you would like to address. If you would like to add an item to the agenda for the monthly meeting, the form is available in the office or write a letter to the Board of Directors. This must be in the office by 9:00AM, the Friday before the meeting.
Stay cool and enjoy the summer showers!
Bruce Kean, for the Board of Directors
REMINDER-NEWSLETTER DELIVERY SUSPENDED
There will be no newsletter delivery during the month of September, per Tim Coleman. Please pick up your copy of the newsletter for September, at the Clubhouse.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD (ARB)
PLEASE NOTE: At the direction of the Board of Directors, ALL MODIFICATIONS to the exterior of a residence or surrounding property must be submitted to ARB for review and referral to the Board of Directors for a final decision. This means ANYTHING that is visible from the exterior (any view) and is an addition or change.
In addition to the primary paint color, this includes and is not limited to: Any patio work, (whether new, additional or replacement,) Pavers, Driveway Painting, Enclosures of all types; (trellises, fences.) All landscaping work, (including replacement of lawn sod,) Replacement of windows or roofs; Replacement or addition of gutters; and Any movable items, such as swings. Reminder: In May, 2008, the Board of Directors ruled that NO lawn ornamentations such as wishing wells, lighthouses, or fake rocks are permitted.
Wherever possible, ARB and the Board will work with you to expedite urgent requests.
All applications to be considered by the Board of Directors at the September 28th meeting should be submitted to the ARB no later than Wednesday morning, September 22, 2010.
An "ARB Request" Form can be found on the RGE website, www.rivieragolfestates.org on the main page under the heading "FORMS." Or pick one up at the RGE office.
SECURITY SUGGESTION
Regarding OUTGOING MAIL that you place in your mailbox, especially if it contains checks, money orders, or any other type of payment, it would be much wiser to take these pieces of mail down to the Postal Station at Sunshine Pharmacy and place them in the actual mailbox or put them in the outgoing basket inside the store at the Postal Counter, or take this type of mail to the actual Post Office on Goodlette Frank Road.
BULLETIN BOARD
S O C I A L A C T I V I T I E S
LOIS' COMMENTS
Approximately 75 residents attended the August Luncheon. We had two guest speakers from Edward Jones, who also supplied our residents with a delicious box lunch. Thanks to everyone who helped coordinate the luncheon.
SEPTEMBER COFFEE HOUR
The September Coffee Hour will be at the Clubhouse from 9:00AM until 10:00AM on Saturday, September 4th. Many of our "snow birds" are beginning to return by September. Come on out for that hot cup of coffee, a fresh donut and visit. See you then!
LABOR DAY CELEBRATION
We will gather at the Clubhouse, on Monday, September 6th, at 5:00 PM for social hour, with dinner at 6:00 PM. We ask that you prepare that "end of the summer" favorite dish of either salad, veggie or dessert and bring it along. Fried chicken, bread, butter, spirits and all paper products will be furnished.
Magic and Comedy by John Roberts will follow our potluck dinner. John will perform table magic and stand-up comedy as part of our program. Plan to attend. You will enjoy the celebration! Cost to attend, just $5.00 per person. You may purchase tickets at the September 4th Coffee Hour. For questions or tickets after the Coffee Hour, call Lois Kean at 793-0317.
If you have questions, ideas or concerns regarding our Social Activities, please call me at: 793-0317 or Email me at: kean2naples@embarqmail.com.
Lois Kean, Social Director
CLUBS AND GROUPS
AQUATIC EXERCISERS
We are the "girls" who "Aquacise."
We twist and turn to trim our thighs,
We try and try with all our might,
To rid our "bods" of cellulite!
Aquatic Exercises are held every day, Monday through Saturday, from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM.Our aquatic exercises have been very well attended during this long, hot summer. Exercising in the cool water of the early morning has been pleasant and helpful for our bodies. Come join us and "shape up!"
If you have any questions, please call
Kitty Kleppinger at 774-4725
ART GROUP
The Riviera Art Group will not meet in September. We will resume in October at 1:00 PM, in the Clubhouse and we hope you will join us. If you have any questions, please call
Joyce Francisco at 793-5301.
BOCCE
Bocce will be held every Monday and Friday at 9:30 AM.Come, play bocce and have fun. If you have any questions, please call
Gareth W. Blackwell at 732-1648
DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB
The Riviera Duplicate Bridge Club meets every Friday at 11:45 AM, at the Annex, play begins at Noon. Anyone who plays contract bridge (or party) can play duplicate bridge and is welcome. There is a $5.00 one time fee and the cost is $1.00 to play. Please call for further information.
Dona Rae and Edmun Rutherford, 775-8885
RIVIERA CARE WEAR
I hope the CareWear participants that are going north will continue with their knitting/crocheting and sewing projects during the summer months. CareWear participants staying for the summer will continue making hats, booties and toys for the newborns during the summer. Anyone interested in participating ( no meetings, work at your own pace) contact me at 213-1690. If you have items or supplies to donate, you can drop them off at my home 770 Charlemagne Blvd.
Irene Paliulis, 213-1690
Riviera Care Wear Coordinator
RIVIERA COMPUTER CLUB
Join the Computer Club ($15.00 for an individual, $20.00 for member and spouse/partner), AND get free PC service from the Tech Squad. Anyone interested in joining the Club may sign up at any of the meetings (see schedule below) or by contacting:
Dwight Kehoe, President at 732-1520, dwight@vakdwk.com.
CLUB MEETINGS-(All meetings are held in the Clubhouse)
COMPUTER TIP OF THE MONTH: -The Collier County Clerk has a website that every resident of Collier County should investigate and become familiar with: www.CollierClerk.com. Traffic citations, land records, meeting minutes, fee information, and forms are just a few of the informational items available online. And every resident should verify their own information and notify the Clerk of any discrepancies.
Dwight Kehoe, President
dwight@vakdwk.com
PINOCHLE
Attention all card players!! Please come join us for a fun evening of pinochle. We play on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM, at the Annex and the cost is 50 cents per person! We would love to have you. If you do not know how to play, but would like to learn, give me a call and we will set up time to teach you! Any questions, call me
Susan Larson, at 774-2625
SHUFFLEBOARD
Shuffleboard will be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Please be at the Shuffleboard Courts by 9:15 AM so that we may be ready to start playing at 9:30 AM. If you have any questions, please contact
Tony Romano at 774-5704.
LADIES AND MEN'S TENNIS
Ladies and Men’s Tennis is held, jointly, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings. Be at the Tennis Courts at 7:15 AM for warm-up and play begins at 7:30 AM. If any of the men are interested, please call Harry Nuzum at 775-4920 or email him at harry@lmuzum.com, for answers to your questions. If the ladies have any questions, please contact Helen Mavity at 793-3204.
TRAVEL NEWS
DAY MOTORCOACH TRIPS FOR 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 - MIAMI SOUTH BEACH - $65
A very full, interesting day with a knowledgeable guide and lots of fun. R/T transportation, guided walking and riding tour, shopping and lunch time (on own) at Lincoln Rd, South Beach, and guided boat cruise around Biscayne Bay including the "Stars" Homes.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - GULFSTREAM HORSERACE PARK AND CASINO in Hallendale - $49
Includes R/T transportation and Gulfstream Comp Casino Package - exact comps will be announced in fall. Bring driver’s license.
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - LION COUNTRY SAFARI in West Palm Beach - $69
Includes R/T transportation, admission and tour of one of the few surviving "Safari Parks" in USA. Lunch on own.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 - MIAMI HISTORY TOUR - $89
One of the most fascinating day tours I’ve taken. Very, very informative. Includes R/T transportation, guided tour of Viscaya, guided tour of Biltmore Hotel and bus tour to famous historical landmarks in Miami. Lunch at La Palma Restaurant. I consider this a "Must" tour if you haven’t taken it.
Carol Crislip 775-3668
2010 RIVIERA GOLF ESTATES ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Attention ALL Golfers: The Riviera Golf Estates annual golf outing will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2010. Check in at 8:00 AM. Shotgun start at 8:30 AM. Evening dinner will begin with a social hour at 5:00 PM.
The cost will be the same as last year: $45 for golf and dinner, $15 for dinner for non-golfers. Make checks payable to: DWIGHT KEHOE - GOLF.
Sign up at the Coffee Hour on Sept. 4th or at the October Coffee Hour. There is also a sign up sheet on the Bulletin Board in the Clubhouse. Or, you may contact Dwight Kehoe, at 732-1520 (email: dwight@vakdwk.com), or co-chairmen Dexter Spanitz (417-3557) or Dick Wells (775-6919).
WARNING TO EARLY MORNING WALKERS
There have been reports of a bobcat roaming in our area. As you know, with all of the construction of new developments, our natural, Florida habitat has been compromised and these animals, along with other wild animals have been displaced. A word to the wise....just be careful when you are out for your walk.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
BLOCK CAPTAIN - Contact John Richardson 774-0364
NEWSLETTER CARRIERS - Contact Time Coleman 775-1748
A C K N O W L E D G E M E N T S
ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY LISTS
Please contact Pat Spanitz, at 417-3557, or by email: pbspanitz@comcast.net with any additions or deletions regarding Anniversaries or Birthdays for residents of the Riviera Golf Estates. Thank you.
SEPTEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to all who are celebrating September Anniversaries!!
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to all Riviera Residents with birthdays in September!
NEW NEIGHBORS
Stephen & Sharon Beane - 157 Belle Isle Circle
OBITUARIES
DEADLINE FOR THE OCTOBER NEWSLETTER WILL BE
SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2010. THANK YOU!
EVENT SCHEDULE FOR CLUBHOUSE
| SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Class 1-3PM | Special Meetings Luncheons | Dinners Dances Bingo | Coffee Hour Private Parties | |||
| Art Class 1-3PM Computer Club 3-5PM | Men's Club 11:30-2PM | |||||
| Art Class 1-3PM | Board Meeting 1PM | |||||
| Art Class 1-3PM Computer Club 3-5PM | ||||||
| Art Class 1-3PM |
EVENT SCHEDULE FOR ROOM 1 (MEETING ROOM) ANNEX
| SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Parties | Bridge Noon-4:30PM | Bridge 7-9PM | Bridge 1-4:30PM Dominoes 1-4PM Euchre 7-9PM | Pinochle 7-9PM | Bridge 11:45-4:30PM | |
| Bridge Noon-4:30PM | Bridge 7-9PM | Bridge 1-4:30PM Dominoes 1-4PM Euchre 7-9PM | Pinochle 7-9PM | Bridge 11:45-4:30PM | ||
| Bridge Noon-4:30PM | Bridge 7-9PM | Bridge 1-4:30PM Dominoes 1-4PM Euchre 7-9PM | Pinochle 7-9PM | Bridge 11:45-4:30PM | ||
| Bridge Noon-4:30PM | Bridge 7-9PM | Bridge 1-4:30PM Dominoes 1-4PM Euchre 7-9PM | Pinochle 7-9PM | Bridge 11:45-4:30PM | ||
| Bridge Noon-4:30PM | Bridge 7-9PM | Bridge 1-4:30PM Dominoes 1-4PM Euchre 7-9PM | Pinochle 7-9PM | Bridge 11:45-4:30PM |
EVENT SCHEDULE FOR ROOM 2 (POKER ROOM) ANNEX
| SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Girls 10-Noon | Aggravation 6-8PM | Poker 7-9PM | Poker 7-9PM | |||
| Sunshine Girls 10-Noon | Aggravation 6-8PM | Poker 7-9PM | Poker 7-9PM | |||
| Sunshine Girls 10-Noon | Aggravation 6-8PM | Poker 7-9PM | Poker 7-9PM | |||
| Sunshine Girls 10-Noon | Aggravation 6-8PM | Poker 7-9PM | Poker 7-9PM | |||
| Sunshine Girls 10-Noon | Aggravation 6-8PM | Poker 7-9PM | Poker 7-9PM |