Club News and Activities

The 2025 Bocce Club’s end of season “bring a dish” dinner gathering was graciously hosted at the home of Barbie and Jerry Newmin. We thank Barbie for her leadership this year, and look forward to her continuing guidance next season. Although the official season has ended, you may find some enthusiastic, year-round residents still at […]

One morning a fellow walker stopped me and asked what the distance was around Prosperity Point, and how far was it from there to the front entry gate. With lots of residents returning and enjoying our pedestrian paths, I offer the following. All distances were measured with a GPS while riding in a golf cart. […]

MITCHELL GOLDSMITH CATCHING A TARPON IN CHARLOTTE HARBOR. PHOTO BY JAY LEV Fishing for the silver-sided tarpon can be an experience of a lifetime. Our local anglers are blessed with one of the best bodies of water to experience catching the mighty tarpon. Each year, during their migration, the silver-sided tarpon come in from their […]

Inside the Gates Dates • Thursday, May 1: Deadline for the June Beacon. Article and picture submissions are welcomed. Become part of The Beacon family. • Tuesday, May 27: Section 22 HOA Board Meeting, Linkside Café, 9 a.m. • Every Tuesday: Section 22 HOA Working Board Meeting, Linkside Café, 9 a.m. • Every Tuesday: Bar […]

As our seasonal residents return to their northern homes, the fitness club welcomes a period of increased availability, with easier parking, and more open class and court times. Following Jen Tait’s retirement, we are pleased to announce Leigh Anne Hall as our new club manager. I first encountered Leigh Anne in an exercise class, where […]

Members of Platinum Point Yacht Club (PPYC) often joke that the PPYC calendar is so full that it’s impossible to find an open day. No matter what you like doing, you can find a group that likes to do it too, here at PPYC. Our slogan “PPYC – a place to belong” describes the club […]

Motor Vehicles: Always drive your vehicle on the right side of the road. There are no “turn lanes” within Burnt Store Marina. Never drive your vehicle in lanes indicated for the use of bicycles and pedestrians. Always stop at stop signs. Never exceed the posted speed limit. Bicycles: Always ride your bicycle on the right […]

It’s hard to believe that April is already here and the season is winding down. Time flies by when you’re busy, and we certainly have been busy. Over the next couple of months, we are going to take a close look at the club as a whole. What we are doing well, and what can […]

Learning to play the game of golf can be quite intimidating. As a beginner there are many things that you must learn. On top of learning how to make a swing, you must learn about golf equipment, the golf course, and all of the rules that this wonderful game has. You want to try and […]