Nov. 1
Sabal Springs Annual Holiday Craft Fair in the multipurpose room from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. A great opportunity to showcase the many talents of our residents. This event is free to attend and open to the public. Chairs: Janice Lambert and Carol Duncan. Friday (Oct. 31), Special sale from 4 to 7 p.m. for Sabal Springs residents only. Hosted by the Sabal Springs Arts & Crafts Committee.
Nov. 4
Arts & Crafts Monthly Lunch. Sign up on the Arts & Crafts corkboard. Lunch, craft show & tell, raffles, and always fun conversation. Any questions, contact Linda Voto at (860) 305-0468. Hosted by the Sabal Springs Arts & Crafts Committee.
Nov. 13
November “Ladies Who Lunch at Sabal Springs,” offered FREE at Susan Costa’s home at 17656 Date Palm Ct. Time: 12 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch menu: meatball sandwich with fresh mozzarella cheese and salad. Always, cookies or desserts, and assorted drinks (iced tea, soda, juice, wine). Seating for up to 50 residents will be available in the kitchen, living room, and lanai. Each lunch typically includes a fun game, free raffles, and other surprises. Hosted by Susan Costa at (508) 889-7592.
Nov. 16
FREE Chili Cook Off & Ice Cream Social. “Who in Sabal makes the best chili?” Stop by the multipurpose room from 4 to 6 p.m. for a chance to try assorted favorite recipes made by your neighbors and friends. Hosted by the Sabal Entertainment Group.
Nov. 27
FREE Thanksgiving Dinner delivered to Sabal Springs Residents. This community outreach is for residents facing the holidays alone, housebound, or with few options to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Volunteer Pilgrims will deliver freshly made meals to our community on Thanksgiving Day. If you know of a neighbor in need, PLEASE reach out to them personally and get an okay that they want a free hot meal delivered. Sign up starts on Nov. 1. Sponsored by Greg and Susan Costa at (508) 889-7592.
Dec. 4
Arts & Crafts Annual Christmas Luncheon is Thursday, Dec. 4. Sign up on the Arts & Crafts corkboard. Entertainment by the North Fort Myers High School Choir. Questions, contact Linda Voto at (860) 305-0468. Hosted by the Sabal Springs Arts & Crafts Committee.
Dec. 6
Christmas Golf Cart Progressive Food Tasting from 1 to 4 p.m. Get ready for a Sabal Springs Christmas extravaganza! More than 20 Sabal Springs hosts will offer a table setup in their garage, serving tasting size portions of appetizers, turkey, vegetables, side dishes, desserts, festive beverages, or a fun surprise. Some stops will offer an optional “House Tour” to view interior Christmas decorations. Tickets are $5 and go on sale Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Clubhouse lobby or by calling Susan Costa after Nov. 15 at (508) 889-7592. This event is hosted by the many Sabal Springs residents who volunteer.
Dec. 7
Christmas Dance. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Live music with Bandstand from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets at $25 include lite bites and desserts. Hosted by the Sabal Springs Entertainment Group.
Dec. 11
Annual Sabal Springs Community “Light Up the Night” house decorating contest. Judging will take place on Thursday, Dec. 11. All Sabal Springs homes are automatically entered, and residents are requested to be “all lights on” from 6 to 9 p.m. The winners will be announced after the Sabal Springs Christmas Parade. Hosted by the Sabal Springs Parade Committee.
Dec. 13
FREE Community Breakfast, 8:30 to 11 a.m. Location: Greg and Susan Costa’s Driveway at 17656 Date Palm Ct. Open-House Style Driveway Buffet. Eat in your golf cart or take home a free breakfast to go. MENU: Fresh homemade waffles with assorted toppings – maple syrup, strawberries, pineapple, whipped cream, powdered sugar and butter, sausage, breakfast pastry, fruit juice, or Bloody Mary. Hosted By Sabal Springs residents: Greg and Susan Costa, Sheri Weitner, Wanda and Ed Thomas, Bill Laporte, Dick Scudder and Dan DeShon, Diana Grimmer and Paul Purdue, Ken Nosek and Dee Dunphy, Marleen Cantabene, and Linda Voto.
Dec. 13
The 14th Annual Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. Decorated golf carts, classic cars, floats, marching bands, choirs, and many Christmas surprises. Everyone is welcome to watch or participate. Residents wanting to be part of the parade will need to pre-register, an eblast with more information will go out in November. All parade participants need to check in at the clubhouse at 5:15 p.m. Any donations along the route support the North Fort Myers High School Music Department. Sabal Springs Parade Committee: Keith and Karol Bunch, Sid and Yvonne Cegelski, Carter and Anita Johnson, Mark and Mary Vargo, Mary Maher.
Dec. 13
Sabal Springs Christmas “Party After the Parade” from 8 to 10 p.m. Residents and their guests are welcome to stop by for music and socializing after the parade in the Sabal Springs multipurpose room. Michael Glean will be on stage playing your favorite hits. Michael volunteers his time, so please remember to tip. Hosted by the Sabal Springs Parade Committee.
Dec. 17
December “Ladies Who Lunch at Sabal Springs,” offered FREE at Susan Costa’s home at 17656 Date Palm Ct. Time: 12 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch menu: meatball sandwich, with fresh mozzarella and salad. Always, cookies or desserts and assorted drinks (iced tea, soda, juice, wine). Seating for up to 50 residents will be available in the kitchen, living room and lanai. Arrive in your golf cart (park in the yard) or park your car along Date Palm Ct. Each lunch typically includes a fun game, free raffles and other surprises. Hosted by Susan Costa at (508) 889-7592.
Dec. 25
FREE Christmas Dinner delivered to Sabal Springs Residents. This community outreach is for residents facing the holidays alone, housebound, or with few options to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Volunteer Elves will deliver freshly made meals to our community from 1 to 2 p.m. on Christmas day. If you know of a neighbor in need, PLEASE reach out to them personally and get an okay that they want a free hot meal delivered. Sign-up starts on Dec. 1. Sponsored by Greg and Susan Costa at (508) 889-7592.
