PP Cyclers 1-20-23 Casey Key Ride
Pictured above left is the Second group (they need to split up with Snowbirds returning because they don't want more than 12 in a group).
Their rest stop was at Casey Key Fish House. Pictured from left to right:
Gina Sangmeister, Denise Montana, Beth Groebe,Mary Doering, Jean Bednar,Monica Stathers, Anne Rechten, Jamie Brumm, and Kathy Light.
Pictured to the right are all 19 cyclers at their Casey Key Fish House rest stop.
Looking good ladies!
Pictured above left is the Second group (they need to split up with Snowbirds returning because they don't want more than 12 in a group).
Their rest stop was at Casey Key Fish House. Pictured from left to right:
Gina Sangmeister, Denise Montana, Beth Groebe,Mary Doering, Jean Bednar,Monica Stathers, Anne Rechten, Jamie Brumm, and Kathy Light.
Pictured to the right are all 19 cyclers at their Casey Key Fish House rest stop.
Looking good ladies!
Travel Club
Book to Movie Event: A Man Called Otto
January 14, 2023
Photo 1: Sharon Chapman, Brenda Hankard, Barbara Roach, Liz Boyle
Photo 2: Cindy Jergel, Bernadette Adibi, Karen Lamb
Photo 3: Mary McKay & Sharon Chapman
Book to Movie Event: A Man Called Otto
January 14, 2023
Photo 1: Sharon Chapman, Brenda Hankard, Barbara Roach, Liz Boyle
Photo 2: Cindy Jergel, Bernadette Adibi, Karen Lamb
Photo 3: Mary McKay & Sharon Chapman
Theatre Group
Below are pictures from the Theater Group's Trip to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on December 9th for the Three Dog Night Concert.

PPWA CYCLERS RIDE 12/18
The PP Cyclers road 22 miles to Cool Today Park Friday December 18th before our noon Christmas Potluck lunch. Kneeling is Peggy Selvey. Standing Gina Sangmeister, Anne Rechten, Kris Kennedy, Mary Gorman, Sue Ostoin, Dale Kimmel, Jo Braun, Karen Proctor, Denise Montana, Cathy Slater Vohs, Cynthia Herbrandson and Beth Groebe.
Kayak Group
The kayaking group had perfect weather and conditions as we kayaked out of Turtle Beach on our December paddle. Pictured are paddlers Diane Santoianni, Beth Groebe, Dawn Sumner, Cyndi Wcislo, Diane Graveline, Mary Fran Stulginsky, Kelly Gaffney, Karen Proctor, Sue Ostoin, Diane Fisher, Cynthia Herbrandson, and Pam Israel-Rocchioccioli |

TRAVEL CLUB
Travel club ladies traveled to Nokomis to create a holiday floral arrangement by Lena Peachey of Peachey Petals.
Top row left to right:
Lena Peachey (florist), Brenda Hankard, Deb Parker, Nancy Esser
Bottom row: Jacquie Criger, Peggy Selvey, Deb Bevis
Travel club ladies traveled to Nokomis to create a holiday floral arrangement by Lena Peachey of Peachey Petals.
Top row left to right:
Lena Peachey (florist), Brenda Hankard, Deb Parker, Nancy Esser
Bottom row: Jacquie Criger, Peggy Selvey, Deb Bevis

Book Club
BOOKENDS met at Connie Felder's house in December to discuss the very entertaining book LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY and share some holiday cheer. Front Row: Pam Isreal-Rocchiccio, Beth Hoyle, Kris Kennedy, Connie Felder. Back Row: Patricia Schultz, Chris Beninghof, Vicki Watkins, Eleanor Ladolcetta, Sally Crocker, Renee Skelly, Susie Johnson

Travel Club
On October 20th the Travel Club went to the Dominican Republic via the Bachata dance!

October 6th
TRAVEL CLUB had a Spa Day at the Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota.
(Left to Right): Jan DeBoer, Marty Dych, Deb Bevis and Brenda Hankard.
Travel Club: Charleston Dance Class photo
Dancers are: Jo Braun, Connie Comer, Marilee DeCook, Brenda Hankard, Eva Holtzer, Annette Neiweem, Marlene Renz, Mary Jane Ryan, Kathleen Scarseletta, Peggy Selvey, Joan Tyson,
Nathalie Lemoine taught them how to dance like a flapper.
Dancers are: Jo Braun, Connie Comer, Marilee DeCook, Brenda Hankard, Eva Holtzer, Annette Neiweem, Marlene Renz, Mary Jane Ryan, Kathleen Scarseletta, Peggy Selvey, Joan Tyson,
Nathalie Lemoine taught them how to dance like a flapper.

Travel Club went to Fort Myers to solve a crime on the Murder Mystery Dinner Train!
Brenda & Bill Hankard
Sharon & Syd Chapman
Mary & Stu McKay & friends
Nancy Anderson & Marie McFadden solved the crime!
Brenda & Bill Hankard
Sharon & Syd Chapman
Mary & Stu McKay & friends
Nancy Anderson & Marie McFadden solved the crime!
Travel Club at the Movies July 15th (Where the Crawdads Sing) & Snook Haven for Lunch
Pictured left to right:
Pictured left to right:
- Peggy Selvey is with the banjo player.
- Movie was Where the Crawdads Sing
- Lunch was at Snook Haven
- Desserts were inspired by book
Travel Club
Here are some photos from the Travel Club----Brenda Hankard (Leader), Karen Lamb & Sharon Chapman. They traveled to
Sarasota to the Shattered Glass Art Studio on June 21
Here are some photos from the Travel Club----Brenda Hankard (Leader), Karen Lamb & Sharon Chapman. They traveled to
Sarasota to the Shattered Glass Art Studio on June 21
PP Cyclers June 10th Ride A group of 10 PPCyclers rode the Pioneer Trail in Cape Haze and Gasparilla Island (June 10). Here's their favorite picture of the day. Seated in front are Mary Gorman and Diane Santoianni Seated behind from L to R are Beth Goebe, Cynthia Herbrandson, Lisa Gorski, Denise Montana, Kris Kennedy, Julie Selberg, Dale Kimmel and Pam Miller. |

Beautiful picture of the Kayaking group; this was our June 1 paddle and we posed on Snake Island. Pictured are L to R standing - Jan Hinck, Mary Jane Ritacco, Cynthia Herbrandson, Donna Johnson, Beth Groebe. Seated are Robbie VonSalzen and Diane Santoianni.
Travel Club enjoying the Downton Abbey Movie May 20th
Annual Meeting and Special Speaker Pamela Storrs April 11th
Garden Club Stroll April 6th
Book Fair at the Club March 19th
PPCyclers 3-18-22 Beautiful day and scenery on their Casey Key Ride. They went 30.5 miles at an average speed of 10.5 only, due to wind coming out of the south on our way back. Way to go ladies! Back row: Newest member Liz Burns, Gina Sangmeister, Anne Rechten, Kathy Light, Karen Proctor. Front: Beth Groebe and Gail Bartz. |
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Art on the Run To the left are some pictures from the PPWA Painting Party sponsored by Art on the Run that took place on Tuesday evening, March 15th at the Club House. There were 23 artists participating and a fantastic time was had by all! |
March 13th Opera Group Enjoying Pearl Fishers
Pictured left: Nancy Susskind, Rosemary Rice, Maria Reba and Jo Shea Pictured right: Jo Shea with Nancy and Jim MacDonald
Pictured left: Nancy Susskind, Rosemary Rice, Maria Reba and Jo Shea Pictured right: Jo Shea with Nancy and Jim MacDonald
PPWA Theatre March 2nd
Pre-Show Dinner Buffet catered by Mattison on-site at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center overlooking Sarasota Bay. “Menopause, The Musical” was just as hysterically funny as it was 20 years ago.
Pictured below is the group at the Van Wezel March 2nd enjoying the event . They had 54 ladies attending the super funny show and everyone had a great time!
Pre-Show Dinner Buffet catered by Mattison on-site at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center overlooking Sarasota Bay. “Menopause, The Musical” was just as hysterically funny as it was 20 years ago.
Pictured below is the group at the Van Wezel March 2nd enjoying the event . They had 54 ladies attending the super funny show and everyone had a great time!
PP Cyclers Ride March 4th 2022
Here is a great picture of the lovely ladies of the PPCyclers at the jetty on a break from their ride on Mar 4. Front row L to R: Jean Bednar, Dale Kimmel, Kris Kennedy, Beth Groebe. Middle row: Diane Santoianni, Mary Gorman, Anne Rechten, Jeri Jaminet, Kathy Light. Back row: Gina Sangmeister, Chris Slater-Vohs, Jo Braun, Jade Doyle, Cynthia Herbrandson. |

Core & Balance
at the Club Pool 2-23-22
at the Club Pool 2-23-22
Memorial Ride to Honor Fran Addorisio 2-11-22
On Friday, Feb 11 the PPCyclers held a memorial ride to honor the memory of fellow rider Fran Addorisio, who passed away in August. The ride was also to show love and support for her partner and fellow rider, Nancy Stone. The ride was to Manasota Beach, as that was a place that was special to Fran. A luncheon was hosted by Cynthia Herbrandson and Beth Groebe after the ride and all those who had a special friendship with Fran were invited. The luncheon had a Valentine theme as we celebrated love for our PPWA friends and for Fran and Nancy. Pictured at Manasota Beach are L to R front row: Jean Bednar, Beth Groebe, Kathy Light, Peggy Selvey, Diane Santoianni. L to R back row: Cynthia Herbrandson, Mary Jane Bergman, Kris Kennedy, visiting friend, Gina Sangmeister, Denise Montana, Mary Gorman, Celeste Brickman, Karen Proctor, Nancy Stone, Ann Rechten, Jade Doyle.
On Friday, Feb 11 the PPCyclers held a memorial ride to honor the memory of fellow rider Fran Addorisio, who passed away in August. The ride was also to show love and support for her partner and fellow rider, Nancy Stone. The ride was to Manasota Beach, as that was a place that was special to Fran. A luncheon was hosted by Cynthia Herbrandson and Beth Groebe after the ride and all those who had a special friendship with Fran were invited. The luncheon had a Valentine theme as we celebrated love for our PPWA friends and for Fran and Nancy. Pictured at Manasota Beach are L to R front row: Jean Bednar, Beth Groebe, Kathy Light, Peggy Selvey, Diane Santoianni. L to R back row: Cynthia Herbrandson, Mary Jane Bergman, Kris Kennedy, visiting friend, Gina Sangmeister, Denise Montana, Mary Gorman, Celeste Brickman, Karen Proctor, Nancy Stone, Ann Rechten, Jade Doyle.
Paddlers on Phillippi Creek 2-16-22
Those who paddles are: Beth Groebe, Cindy Jergel, Susan Halvorson, Lisa Gorski, Jade Doyle, Pam Isreal, Cyndi Wcislo Jane Sacks, Candy Vogel, Karen Proctor, Maryfran Stulginaki, Kelly Gaffney, Gail Bartz, Jeanne Madden, Georgena Stahl. Not pictured - Diane Santoianni and Belinda Stovall. |
WELCOME NEW NEIGHBOR EVENT
Over 80 new residents participated in this event. It was a fantastic day.
PPWA Hawaiian Luau Committee
Left to right: Deborah Bevis, Nancy Smith, Jeana Hilligoss, Nancy McDonald, Sharon Chapman, Nancy Esser, Deb Parker and Marty Dych. The Luau was a big success thanks to all the time and effort the committee members infused into this entertaining and fun project. See the slideshow below for great pictures submitted by Suzanne Havens and Mary McKay. Thank you for the awesome pictures ladies! Well done all of you! |
PPWA 2022 Luau Celebration
PPWA CYCLERS rode 24 miles on Friday January 14th to the Braves Stadium. Pictured left:
BACK ROW: Karen Proctor, Gail Bartz, Monica Stathers, Lisa Gorski, Jean Bednar, Jo Braun, Peggy Selvey, Denice Montana, Belinda Stovall. KNEELING: Mary Gorman, Celeste Brickman, Anne Rechten, Kris Kennedy, Dale Kimmel, leader Beth Groebe and Kathy Light.
Picture on the right: They rode the short wetland trail at the State College of Florida on the way back from the Braves Stadium and they encountered the alligator basking in the sun.
Great job ladies!
BACK ROW: Karen Proctor, Gail Bartz, Monica Stathers, Lisa Gorski, Jean Bednar, Jo Braun, Peggy Selvey, Denice Montana, Belinda Stovall. KNEELING: Mary Gorman, Celeste Brickman, Anne Rechten, Kris Kennedy, Dale Kimmel, leader Beth Groebe and Kathy Light.
Picture on the right: They rode the short wetland trail at the State College of Florida on the way back from the Braves Stadium and they encountered the alligator basking in the sun.
Great job ladies!
PPCyclers
Here's another fabulous picture of the PPCyclers, this time at the Beach Road Bistro in Englewood. Are these ladies amazing??? Front L to R are Lisa Gorski and Karen Proctor Rear L to R are Celeste Brickman, Monica Stathers, Gail Bartz, Peggy Selvey, Julie Selberg, Mary Gorman, Jean Bednar, Diane Santoianni and Cynthia Herbrandson. |
PP Cyclers Christmas luncheon (left) and bike ride to Tree Ornaments at Casey Key (right)
Appearing in the Christmas Luncheon picture are Back L to R; Mary Gorman, Beth Groebe, Cynthia Herbrandson, Julie Selberg, Jo Braun, Denise Montana. Front L to R: Gail Bartz, Peggy Selvey, Jean Bednar, Diane Santoianni
Appearing in the Christmas Luncheon picture are Back L to R; Mary Gorman, Beth Groebe, Cynthia Herbrandson, Julie Selberg, Jo Braun, Denise Montana. Front L to R: Gail Bartz, Peggy Selvey, Jean Bednar, Diane Santoianni

Core, Strength, Stretch and Balance class held at the clubhouse.
Looking good ladies!
Pictured below left from April 30th. Pat Clem, Beth Groebe and Gail Bartz
enjoying a Nokomis Grove Orange and Vanilla cone after a 25 mile ride downtown and around the Waterway trails and the Legacy Trail. |
Monday Mah Jongg group back in the Clubhouse dining room starting in May Nice picture below right of the PP Cyclers Casey Key ride Friday May14th.
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PPWA Kayakers for April went to Lido Key mostly explored the famous mangrove tunnels there and then kayaked around a small island and actually saw a manatee that surfaced right next to our kayaks. A few minutes later we spotted two dolphins fishing for their dinner! A luncheon at Duval's rounded off a perfect day.
PP Cycler's photos below from bike ride (4-9-21). Note the wording on Gail Bartz’s shirt! “I biked the mountains of Venice!” (pictured bottom left).
They rode to the North Jetty, where the photos were taken, and then on to Shamrock Park via the Legacy Trail. They logged approximately 26 miles on a beautiful day. Great job ladies! PPWA Kayakers 3-18-21 Casey Key to Oscar Scherer Park
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PPWA 2021 Annual Meeting APRIL 12TH |
PP Cyclers bike outing on 3/5/2021
Group 1 (left and middle pictures) went to State College of Florida in North Port. Far left and pictured left to right: Mary G., Cynthia H., Karen P., Jo B., Fran A. and Peggy Sue S. Middle Picture from left to right: Mary G., Cynthia H., Celeste B., Jo B., Fran A. and Peggy Sue S
Group 2 (pictured far right) went to Braves stadium. Pictured left to right: Julie Selberg, Kathy Light, Gina Sangmeister, Deb Casey, Monica Stathers, Beth Groebe and Denise Montana.
PP Cyclers on 2-12-21
CYCLERS, (pictured on the right) At south Jetty:Julie, Denise, Jo, MaryJane, Gina, Peggy, Beth and Kathy. At Caspersen Beach Board Walk (pictured on the left) The Photographers are Denise Montana, Diane, and Monica Stathers. They are the ones that usually send the pictures. Looking good ladies! |

PP Cyclers at Turtle Beach
Thirteen ladies rode 45.5 miles round trip to Turtle Beach Park on Siesta Key Friday (2-5-21)! To the left is a photo they took on the beach. They had a fabulous ride but said it was very windy on the way back! Looks like they had fun!
PP Cyclers at Turtle Beach
Thirteen ladies rode 45.5 miles round trip to Turtle Beach Park on Siesta Key Friday (2-5-21)! To the left is a photo they took on the beach. They had a fabulous ride but said it was very windy on the way back! Looks like they had fun!
PP Cyclers
The group picture clockwise from lower left:
Kathy, Gail, Michelle, Beth, Peggy, Monica, Karen, Mary, Cynthia and Mary Jane.
They did 28 miles on 1/15. Picture is of the South Jetty. Well done ladies!
The group picture clockwise from lower left:
Kathy, Gail, Michelle, Beth, Peggy, Monica, Karen, Mary, Cynthia and Mary Jane.
They did 28 miles on 1/15. Picture is of the South Jetty. Well done ladies!
PP Cyclers Getting ready for the New Year's Day ride
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Annual Activity Leader's
Appreciation Breakfast Great turnout for the annual appreciation breakfast for the activity leaders. Without their support, the PPWA programs would not exist. Their hard work and dedication is what makes our PPWA organization of 640 women so great. Well done! |
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Opera Season
"Love is in the Air" Tea - February 10th
“Love is in the Air” was the inspiration of co-chairs Jeana Hilligoss and Kathi Donnelly. “Red and Pink”, the symbols for “Heart Health and Breast Cancer Awareness” were integrated into the décor and message. Kathi and Jeana combined their love of community with jewelry. What could be better than to offer a “Dana Tyler Jewelry Fashion Show” and private sale? A “Table of Love, of course with over 70 prizes being given away before the event was done. Every guest was welcomed with champagne (courtesy of PPG&CC), and fans (courtesy of Dana Tyler). We enjoyed live music by the Speed Twins, who performed in the courtyard.
FEBRUARY 10TH Evening Bunko Group
January 15th Kayak Trip
Our recent kayak trip to Evie's Spanish Point was under a clear blue sky as we paddled
along and spotted an eagle soaring above us on route to Midnight Pass.
See photo from left to right:
Mary Ellen Kalkhoff, Judy Anderson, JoAnn Gagain, Celeste Brickman, Maryfran Stulginsky
Our recent kayak trip to Evie's Spanish Point was under a clear blue sky as we paddled
along and spotted an eagle soaring above us on route to Midnight Pass.
See photo from left to right:
Mary Ellen Kalkhoff, Judy Anderson, JoAnn Gagain, Celeste Brickman, Maryfran Stulginsky
Photo from new members orientation
On January 15, 2020, 31 new residents gathered in the Grille Room at the Pelican Pointe Clubhouse as guests of the PPWA Welcome Committee.
The group was introduced to Pelican Pointe’s management team and learned about everything from making dinner reservations to establishing a charge account.
President Deb Parker informed the women about PPWA’s goals and activities. Attendees asked many questions and most showed interest and enthusiasm to get involved.
On January 15, 2020, 31 new residents gathered in the Grille Room at the Pelican Pointe Clubhouse as guests of the PPWA Welcome Committee.
The group was introduced to Pelican Pointe’s management team and learned about everything from making dinner reservations to establishing a charge account.
President Deb Parker informed the women about PPWA’s goals and activities. Attendees asked many questions and most showed interest and enthusiasm to get involved.
Garden Club
Lemon Bay Field Trip
November 22nd
Lemon Bay Field Trip
November 22nd
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Nov. 16th Wine Tasting at Pelican Pointe Clubhouse PPWA Garden Club
Field Trip to Blalock Park On Wednesday, October 30th, members of the Garden Club were treated to a tour of Blalock Park - a labeled botanical display of trees and shrubs. We explored the metal art (a panther, a tarpon, a turtle and a manatee) as well as the butterfly garden and the many beautiful trees both native and imported. We saw Pat Cartwright's tree, which will be decorated for the holidays. We are now all educated and ready to bring the knowledge we gained home to our own gardens.
Top left: Leader and hostess Joan Evans, Vija Mrkovs, Cathy Dodge Smith, Cheryl Anderson Front left: Ellen Eisenstein, Linda Coyner and Dianna Schero |
Activity Leader Workshop - October 28th
Every Fall the Activity Leader Co-Ordinators and the PPWA Board sponser an Activity Leader Workshop & Breakfast for all the Activity Leaders in our organization. It is a wonderful opportunity for our leaders to meet one another, ask questions, and learn more about our organization. The Workshop was held in the Pelican Pointe Dining Room. The photos show Registration along with a Meet & Greet, and Workstations.... The workstations allow the Activity Leaders to learn more about specific aspects of PPWA as they rotated around the room.
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The Owls Book Club
Pelican Pointe Paddlers
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Left to right: Terry Murphy, Celeste Brickman, Jane Lowendick, guest, Diane Santoianni, Tracy Hall, Fran Addorisio, Mary Fran Stulginsky, Robbie VonSalzen.
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Beach stop on our full moon paddle. Left to right: Donna Massanti, Marlene Renz, Barbara Townley's daughter Michelle, Barb Townley, Diane Santoianni, Laurette Lutiger, Sheila Lutiger, Dottie Pfaff, Kelly Gaffney, Janie Heim.
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