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Recipe Swap 1 Club Pictured Right to Left: Ellen Elie, Kathy Johnson, Mary MacKay, Jane Follmer, Barbara Whelan, Cathy Edwards enjoying a luncheon of Tapas! |
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Mahjongg at the Club Left to Right: Susan Halvorson, Nancy Foley, JoAnn Heileman and Karen Henion ready for an afternoon of MahJongg |
Annual Meeting and Special Speaker Pamela Storrs April 11th
Garden Club Stroll April 6th
Book Fair at the Club March 19th
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Below Tracey Wood speaking to Book Club members regarding her historical novels based on true life heroines. 
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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!
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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.
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Euchre Fans at Pelican Pointe- 2022 Seated/Left to Right: Chris Dear, Carole Taylor, Karen Proctor, Janet Backel Standing/Left to Right: Beth Groebe, Nancy Foley, Jan Harris, Kinnikin (Euchre Leader) |
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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.
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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
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PP Cyclers on January 22, 2022
Pictured left PP Cyclers at the south Jetty (from left to right). Gail Bartz, Diane Santoianni, Dale Kimmel, Gina Sangmeister, Denise Montana, Jo Braun, Mary Gorman, Beth Groebe, Mary Jane Bergman, Monica Stathers. Kneeling: leaders: Karen Proctor and Kathy Light |
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!
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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. |
Core, Stretch & Balance
Left is a picture of the Core, strength, stretch and balance class in their new environment. The club had limited availability for them, so Jan had the class meet on the pool deck. Everyone liked it so much, it will be our permanent location. Evening Bunko Celebrating Christmas at the Club
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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
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Pictured Right:
Patti Cossentino Lynn Bisighini Dianna Schero |
Beach Babes (New Activity)
Enjoying a day in the sun at Venice Beach |
Pictured Left: Cindy Ranney Beth Hoyle Kathy Johnson Mary McKay Patti Cossentino Lynn Bisighini |
Core, Strength, Stretch and Balance class held at the clubhouse.
Looking good ladies!
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PP Cyclers
Pictured below from left to right are Gina Sangmeister, Mary Gorman, Cynthia Herbrandson, and Lisa Gorski posing in front of the Pelican Pointe monument as we returned from our grand tour of Venice Island on September 3rd ride. 
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Garden Elementary School Supply Donations from PPWA
The Garden Elementary collection was a great success once again.
Not only did they have tons of the requested items, we also received $1,085 in donations.
Thanks to all of our wonderful event volunteers: (both pictures and names are from L to R )
Vicky Watkins, Susan Dolembo, Luisa Goldman, Sue Kerndt*Chair, Back row: Missy Nolden and Rose Bridges
Center Picture: Luisa Goldman and Rose Bridges
Far right picture: Missy Nolden and Vicky Watkins
Well done ladies and awesome job Sue Kerndt in coordinating this great effort!
The Garden Elementary collection was a great success once again.
Not only did they have tons of the requested items, we also received $1,085 in donations.
Thanks to all of our wonderful event volunteers: (both pictures and names are from L to R )
Vicky Watkins, Susan Dolembo, Luisa Goldman, Sue Kerndt*Chair, Back row: Missy Nolden and Rose Bridges
Center Picture: Luisa Goldman and Rose Bridges
Far right picture: Missy Nolden and Vicky Watkins
Well done ladies and awesome job Sue Kerndt in coordinating this great effort!
PP Cyclers July Rides (starting from left to right)
First pic from(Deer Prairie Preserve on July 2) L to R front: Diane Santoianni, Beth Groebe, Julie Selberg, Dale Kimmel. back: Cynthia Herbrandson, Gina Sangmeister, Lisa Gorski, Mary Gorman
Second pic (downtown Venice on July 16) L to R: Monica Stathers, Cynthia Herbrandson, Diane Santoianni
Third pic (Manasota Beach in July 23) L to R: Cynthia Herbrandson, Mary Gorman, Denise Montana, Diane Santoianni
Fourth pic (Legacy Trail on July 9) L to R: Mary Gorman, Lisa Gorski, Cynthia Herbrandson, Beth Groebe, Denise Montana, Diane Santoianni
First pic from(Deer Prairie Preserve on July 2) L to R front: Diane Santoianni, Beth Groebe, Julie Selberg, Dale Kimmel. back: Cynthia Herbrandson, Gina Sangmeister, Lisa Gorski, Mary Gorman
Second pic (downtown Venice on July 16) L to R: Monica Stathers, Cynthia Herbrandson, Diane Santoianni
Third pic (Manasota Beach in July 23) L to R: Cynthia Herbrandson, Mary Gorman, Denise Montana, Diane Santoianni
Fourth pic (Legacy Trail on July 9) L to R: Mary Gorman, Lisa Gorski, Cynthia Herbrandson, Beth Groebe, Denise Montana, Diane Santoianni
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 |
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The PPWA bike ladies went to Boca Grande on March 12. It was a spectacular day! They went about 35 miles. This weeks ride, which was supposed to be on March 19, was canceled due to high winds.
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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.
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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!
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PP Cycler's rode to Casey Key last Friday (1-22-21). They had a big group of 13 ladies, and rode about 30 miles! COVID safe too! Nicely done ladies! |
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
Pictures from Core Class Wednesday 12/2/20 at 9 am. Temperature 46 degrees!
Wine Women & Words led by Deborah Bevis met in the
cul-de-sac on Tuesday (12/1/20). It was wonderful being together in the the chilly air. 
Friday (11/13) the PP Cyclers peddled 21 miles to Shamrock Park and then over to Manasota Beach. Picture was taken at Shamrock Park. |
Book Club Leaders Meeting
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Maryann Whitney is modeling a mask she was making at meeting in October |
Above are photos of the school supply sorting for Garden Elementary held at the clubhouse house this morning (Aug. 3rd).
Participants behind the masks were:
Thank you to all who donated to this wonderful and needed cause. It was appreciated very much. And a special thanks to Luisa Goldman and Sue Kerndt for chairing this event. Well Done! |
PP Cycles to Casey Key PP Cycles biking to Siesta Key |
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PP Cyclers rode to the Braves Stadium on 6/12 Pictured from left to right: Peggy Selvey, Cynthia Herbandson, Ann Rechten, Diane Santoianni, Monica Stathers, Mary Gorman, Pam Miller, Beth Groebe and Dale Kimmel. |
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The Cover Girls book club met on zoom and had a wonderful meeting. Annie Taber set up a Zoom meeting and they met yesterday (4/6/2020). They are: Luisa goldman, Aileen Beckman, Annie Taber, Karen Proctor, Penny Harkess, Mary McKay our Leader, Ginny Hurney and Margie Thurber.
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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
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Included in this season events was La Boheme and Romeo & Juliet |
"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.
Left to Right: Luisa Goldman, Kathi Donnelly, Jan Fowler, Pam Desruisseaux, Jeana Hilligoss and Jan Crook
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Enjoy the slide show!
You may pause on any photo or navigate manually. Photos by Suzanne Havens and Luisa Goldman |
FEBRUARY 10TH Evening Bunko Group
January 26th Wine Tasting at Lucarelli's |
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
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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.
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PUNTA GORDA HOLLY DAYS HOME TOUR
Friday, December 4, 2019
Friday, December 4, 2019
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The theme this year was "A Coastal Christmas" Enjoy the slide show!
You may pause on any photo or navigate manually. Photos by Suzanne Havens |
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.
First meeting of The Pelican Page Turners
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
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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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Abigail Solovyer - Scholarship Receiptient
Right to left: Susan Dolembo, Rose Bridges, Robbie VonSalzen, Jan Harris,
Sue Kerndt, Pam Miller, Diane Santoianni and Judy Carr. |
The Owls Book Club
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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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Pelican Pointe Cyclers
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Front left to right: Doris Theile, Cynthia Herbrandson, Jane Rexinger, Jo Braun, Diane Santoianni, Mary Gorman. Back row left to right: Penny Harkness, Fran Addorisio, MaryJo Shellard.
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Left to right: Joanne Vallerie, Karen Proctor, Beth Groebe, Chris Dear, Mary Jane Bergman, Celeste Brickman, Cynthia Herbrandson, Fran Addorisio
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