Committee News

Creativity and community spirit were in full bloom Tuesday afternoon, February 17, as 25 residents gathered to support the Herons Glen Butterfly Garden during a hands-on fundraising Sea Glass Workshop. The event was spearheaded by Barb Callahan, Janice Esdale and Kim Basile, whose combined efforts brought together garden supporters and craft enthusiasts alike. Resident artist […]

On Jan. 29 the HOA Activities Committee held a Florida-Friendly Landscaping class with a packed audience. Residents came together to pick up valuable advice for designing attractive, sustainable landscapes suited to the Southwest Florida climate. The class covered topics such as correct palm tree trimming methods, how to choose optimal plant locations for growth, and […]

DAVID BRENDSEL AND DENISE FELL – EMCEES FOR THE EVENT Over 70 Fairways neighbors gathered at The Nest on January 28th for a fun and welcoming Meet & Greet focused on building connections and strengthening our community. The evening featured a lively neighborhood bingo game, great conversation, and plenty of laughter, along with delicious pizza […]

On Monday, February 8, the SSEP (Safety) Committee hosted the Annual Firewise Community Day Event. This yearly fundraising event aims to tend to the needs of our local firefighters, dive teams, and other emergency responders. Mission BBQ prepared a delicious meal of pulled pork, beef brisket, baked beans, mac-n-cheese, and corn bread. SSEP volunteers cooked […]

Twice a year the Grounds Committee selects and recognizes a neighborhood property for outstanding compliance and design. Photos and description of the most recent recognition can be viewed in the January edition of the Heron magazine. The Grounds Committee can be an invaluable resource to residents for maintenance and improvements which could lead to your […]

DALE SPAIN OF HEARTS AND HOMES WITH VOG’S RANDY SWANSON Lee County Veterans Services representative Ron Belcher was the guest speaker at the Veterans of the Glen February meeting. Belcher, a former Marine, has devoted his civilian life to encouraging veterans to apply for all the government benefits they qualify for. His primary focus is […]

Whether you’re new to Herons Glen or have lived here for a while, it’s easy to feel unsure at times about the roles of the Herons Glen Recreation District (HGRD) and the Herons Glen Homeowner’s Association (HOA). These are two separate and distinct organizations, and this article will provide a general overview of each. The […]