Greetings Neighbors,
We are officially entering that “sweet spot” of the Southwest Florida calendar. The mornings are crisp, the jasmine is in bloom, and while the traffic on US-41 reminds us we’re still in peak season, there is no better place to be than Estero in the springtime. Whether you are here year-round or preparing to head north soon, this month is all about soaking up the best of the Gulf Coast.
March and April are packed with activity. As Spring Training winds down, make sure to catch a final Red Sox or Twins game before the end of the month. Looking ahead, keep an eye out for local Easter egg hunt and Passover celebrations happening throughout Bonita Springs and Estero. The Stoneybrook Easter Eggstravaganza is Saturday, March 28 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the community center. It features crafts, a bake sale, pictures with the Easter Bunny, a petting zoo and egg hunt.
The community center landscaping project should be nearing completion if not already complete. As a reminder, second quarter assessments are due April 1.
For our seasonal residents, we aren’t saying goodbye just yet, but now is the time to start your “departure checklist.” Ensure you’re AC humidistats are set correctly, and your contact information is updated on the association website before you fly the coop!
Before the humidity of May arrives, mid-March is the ideal time to refresh your mulch and prune your bougainvillea. Check your irrigation timers now. As the temperatures rise toward the high 80s, your lawn will need that consistent hydration before the afternoon summer rains take over. It feels early, but beating the June 1 rush for batteries, water, and shutter inspections is a “Florida Pro” move.
Now is the time to enjoy outdoor dining at the Coconut Point or Miromar pizzerias and bistros before the heat moves us all indoors. If you’re cooking at home, the local farmers’ markets are currently overflowing with peak-season strawberries and citrus.
To avoid the Spring Break rush, try to run your errands at the Miromar Outlets or Gulf Coast Town Center before 10:30 a.m. or after 6 p.m. Your sanity will thank you!
Stay safe.
