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 Joanne and Richard Collins, Editors |
December 2014
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Happy Holidays!
Message from TEAM CEO
We hope your Thanksgiving Holiday was grand! We at TEAM Punta Gorda are grateful for many things, but especially for you. We thank the hundreds of volunteers that make our community special.
As we look forward to December, remember that there is much to do with your holiday visitors right here in Punta Gorda. Check out some yellow bikes and take them for a ride to see the murals, or just enjoy the Harborwalk. Peruse the History Park or Blanchard house for two fine educational experiences. Enjoy Fishermen's Village or the downtown all lit up and dressed up for the holidays. Whatever you have planned, TEAM Punta Gorda wishes you and yours Happy Holidays!
Nancy Johnson
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Mosaic gives $20,000 to Community Gardens
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Team receives a generous $20,000 check from Mosaic to fund our Community Gardens.
Prepare to be amazed as we will put the funds to good use in the new year.
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Ho Ho Ho 
TEAM volunteers kicked off the Holiday Season by spreading holiday cheer around town by
- Greeting guests at Fishermen's Village for their fantastic Illumination event and
- Sharing holiday cheer and lots of candy canes at the Downtown Tree Lighting and November Art Gallery Walk. Watch for us in the Christmas Parade.
Did you know that in January the County Courthouse on Taylor Street will be landscaped? The committee, led by Suzanne McCormick, is very excited to be tackling its beautification. This is the same committee that put the beautiful bikes in Paradise all over town. Stay tuned for pictures in TEAM TALK.
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AMIkids Crossroads
Dec. 19 - 3rd Friday Drive-In Extravaganza
Its mission is to provide stability and future preparation for difficult to place teen-aged boys in the Florida foster care system.
 Santa, Hot Chocolate, Bounce Houses, Obstacle Course, Slide and more!
Take the kids to the 3rd Friday Drive-In Extravaganza Winter Wonderland! Location is PG Marketplace Property, 115 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda.
Presented on the BIG SCREEN will be
Dragons Holiday, Ice Age and Shrek the Halls.
What could be more fun than this?
Don't miss it! Santa will be watching!
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Thanks to the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
TEAM thanks the Chamber for sharing their 10th Birthday Bash with the community's non-profits. Despite the cold weather, spirits were HIGH and we are appreciative of their generosity.
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Join the TEAM!
Great Opportunities Available
We are gearing up for a busy time and could use your help. It's a great time to jump in, have fun and Join the TEAM! For more information, contact us at:
Fundraising Co-Chairperson
Maritime Committee Co-Chairperson
Board Minutes Recorder
Event Planning volunteers for Bicycle Friendly Community's Open Streets Events
Volunteer Coordinator for Paint Your Heart Out event
Administrative Assistant to CEO
Representatives to government committees needed
Special Events Co-Chairs
Additionally, all TEAM committees can always use new faces. Those who are unsure where they fit in should contact Sue Carman for more information.
Sue Carman, TEAM Volunteer Coordinator
VolunteerTeamPG@aol.com
941-637-8326
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Save These Dates!
Upcoming TEAM Events
The TEAM Annual Meeting will be held at the PGI Civic Association, 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda:
Jan. 29, 2015
The TEAM annual Golf Outing will be held
March 21, 2015
Pedal and Play in Paradise annual bicycle event will be held:
March 28, 2015
Over 500 riders of all bicycling skill levels participated in the 2014 Pedal and Play and had a great time! Mark your calendar!
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Attention Adult Soccer Players
Dec. 3
 Franz Ross Park YMCA's adult soccer league program kicks off Wednesday, December 3rd. This first season is limited to just 48 players (4 teams) and all 6 games will be played at North Charlotte Regional Park on Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons.
Players can register in person at the Franz Ross Park YMCA, 19333 Quesada Blvd in Port Charlotte. Need more details? Phone 941-629-9622 ext. 108 or send e-mail to dcormier@charlottecountyymca.com.
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PG Garden Club "Holly Days" Home Tour
Dec. 5 & 6, 11-4 p.m.
"Christmas in Paradise," Punta Gorda Garden Club's 21st Holly Days Home Tour will be held from 11-4 p.m. on Dec. 5 & 6. See four unique PG Historic District homes all lushly decorated with flowers and greens.
Tickets $15. Call 941-575-4653 or go to www.pggc.org or find us on Facebook.
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HAPPENINGS ON THE HARBOR!
We invite you to visit the community calendars below for more information about upcoming events.
December 5 & 6 - "Holly Days" PG Garden Club Home Tour, www.pggc.org
December 6 - Charlotte Co Chamber 36th Annual Christmas Parade, Downtown Punta Gorda, Taylor Street, 12 Noon
December 14 - Annual Lighted Boat Parade, click for more info.
December 17 - "Ugly Sweater" Walk/Run, Foot Landing to Fishermen's Village. For more information, call 941-347-7751
December 19 - Winter Wonderland Extravaganza. For more information, call 941-575-5790
December 20 - Punta Gorda Boat Parade - Rim Canal. For additional information contact 941-769-0002 or 941-625-2295 or www.puntagordaboatparade.com.
December 20 - TUBACHRISTMAS Holiday Concert, Center Court, Fishermen's Village 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
December 20 - Lighting of Menorah for holiday celebration of Chanukah at Fishermen's Village, First Building, 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact Chabad of Charlotte County at 941-833-3381. Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
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Thanks to our "year round" sponsors
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