The HPPA held its first Pickleball Happy Hour Event on Monday, November 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. It was very successful despite the weather not cooperating. Wind gusts were steady at 20 to 30 mph, and temperatures quickly dropped into the low 50’s. We had 62 people show up for the event and the […]

This year, ArtFest Fort Myers is launching a VIP experience unlike anything we’ve ever done before – a fully curated, multi-destination adventure designed to immerse you in the very best of art, flavor, and sound. This first-of-its-kind concept transforms the VIP weekend into A Vibe Voyage – a progressive journey through three iconic riverfront destinations, […]

You have a member resource for referred contractors right on our HP website! This valuable tool is maintained by the Communications Committee, and we are in need of more referrals. Please help! We are especially looking for good contractors you would recommend in the following disciplines: • Appliance Repair • Audio-Video Technology • Cabinetry • […]

The Fitness & Wellness Committee has been busy this past fall bringing our members many exciting speakers geared toward improving health and promoting wellness. We’ll continue through May with topics requested by our members. Registration is encouraged, and will be available online one month prior to an event, but walk-ins are always welcome. All sessions […]

JOHN AND KITTY CELEBRATING NEW YEAR’S EVE, DECEMBER 31, 2023 The return of the snowbirds, plus new owners and renters, spark renewed energy each January at Heritage Palms, an undeniably active community. Common interests, and a sense of belonging, are fertile soil to interact and work together. A closer look at just one of our […]

The Community Relations Committee invited Lee Health personnel to HP once again on November 17. Eric Anderson,System Director of Strategic Capital Construction Projects, and his team from Lee Health Hospital and Skanska Construction gave about 40 HP residents an update on the progress of the new hospital in our own backyard! A new wing referred […]

From Cathy White: I saw this eagle waiting to devour a dead fish while we were golfing at Gulf Harbour Country Club in Fort Myers. From Linda Cappella: Our foursome saw this large alligator with its mouth wide open near the red tee on Sabal 15 on November 19. It was a little scary teeing […]

From the wheel to the light bulb, innovation has played a central role in the story of human civilization. But history’s inventors also left behind a trail of misfires, failures, and downright disasters. Here are five ideas that promised to make life better, safer, or more efficient, but turned out to be spectacular flops. Baby […]