The Club at The Strand

Congratulations to Gail Ward on an incredible Hole In One over the holiday weekend! Gail got her celebration started in style while playing one of our wonderful reciprocal clubs, Wyndemere Country Club, on the Gold Course.
The unforgettable shot took place on Hole #4 from 136 yards on Sunday, May 24th, with Gail beautifully striking a gorgeous 6-hybrid straight into the cup! Witnessing the exciting moment were Dian Parisi, Patti Muir, and Gayle Nix, who were there to celebrate the amazing shot firsthand.
What a fantastic accomplishment and a Memorial Day weekend to remember! Congratulations again, Gail! ⛳🎉

Just when the storm passed, nature painted a perfect canvas 🌈✨ The Strand landscape sign illuminates under a vibrant rainbow—proof that beauty often follows a little chaos!

Saturday marked the final Bocce Playoffs of the season at The Club at the Strand — and what a fantastic finish it was! 🎉
After an exciting spring season featuring 22 competitive teams, the championship came down to an action-packed finale filled with friendly competition, great sportsmanship, and plenty of cheering from fellow members.
Congratulations to Rollin’ Legends for rolling their way to the championship title after defeating Bocce Impaired in the finals! Their road to victory included wins over Big Le Bocce in the quarterfinals and Huskies in the semifinals before capturing the championship crown.
A huge thank you to all of our players, supporters, and organizers for another memorable bocce season filled with laughter, camaraderie, and fun competition both on and off the court. Year after year, our Bocce League continues to grow thanks to the incredible members who make this such a special part of life at The Strand.
🏆 Championship Team – Rollin’ Legends
Mark A., Jerry H., Jacky A., Tony Y., & John D.
Not pictured: Helen, Ernie, Charlie & Karen
We already can’t wait for the Fall Bocce League returning the second week of October! 🎯

The Grille Room Bar is getting a fresh new look! Renovation work officially began today as we start an exciting facelift designed to enhance the overall aesthetic and atmosphere of this popular gathering space. We look forward to unveiling a more modern and elevated look for our members to enjoy. Stay tuned for updates as the transformation continues at The Club at The Strand!

We’re proud to recognize several Strand members who recently graduated from the Collier County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program! 👏🚨
As we head into hurricane season, these dedicated members have taken an important step toward helping keep our community prepared and informed during emergencies. Through hands-on training, participants learned valuable skills including disaster response, fire safety, emergency communications, weather preparedness, light search and rescue, and basic medical operations.
Beyond the training itself, the program emphasized teamwork, leadership, and neighbors helping neighbors during challenging times — values that reflect the spirit of The Strand community so well.
Congratulations to all of our CERT graduates for their commitment to preparedness, safety, and community service! 💙

💐 What a beautiful Mother’s Day celebration at The Strand! 💐Yesterday, our Ballroom was transformed with stunning florals, fresh-cut tulips, and colorful floral linens as we gathered to celebrate all the amazing moms in our Strand family. From the incredible brunch prepared by our culinary team to the wonderful live entertainment by Dr. Mazz and Heather, it was truly a day to remember.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to honor and celebrate Mom. ❤️

🎾 Simply Smashing Season! 🎾
What a year for The Strand 3.0 Women’s Tennis Team! Simply Smashing lived up to their name—finishing 1st in their flight this winter and 2nd overall in the Collier Tennis Association, then doing it again with a 1st place spring finish in the Bonita Tennis Association.
Led by Captain Linda Ritter and Co-Captain Chris Dario, this talented and dedicated group brought energy, teamwork, and true sportsmanship to every match.
💪 Roster (L to R): Chris Dario, Carol Pelesh, Linda Ritter, Krystin O’Dowd, Maureen Colman, Bridget Leopold, Robin Kealey, Liz Lanzone, Connie Weiss, Barb Verica, and Amanda Jobe.
👏 Also contributing to the team’s success: Corrine Whitaker, Diane Powers, Elina Wolf, Lisa Snider, Nancy Golya, and Susan Baierl.
🏆 Huge congratulations to the entire team—and to coaches Manny Encalada and Giovanny Castiblanco—for an incredible championship season!

What a fiesta at The Strand! 🌮🎉
Our Cinco de Mayo Taco Tuesday was full of energy, delicious Mexican flavors, and drinks flowing all night long. 🎶 Paul Allodi kept the party going with great music, making it a night to remember!
A special congratulations to Dan & Patricia Waclawsky on celebrating their 52nd wedding anniversary—what an amazing milestone! ❤️
Great food, great music, and even better company… just another unforgettable night with our Strand family!