 We foresee a natural link with the Farmers Market and eventually, the new library also going in on the same campus (North end of the property). Previous TEAM Punta Gorda Community Gardens are operating at the South County Regional Park, and at Punta Gorda's Public Safety Building. Both have operated with waiting lists for garden plots.This is the most ambitious garden that TEAM has attempted, with 36 plots and room for expansion. Many thanks to the Master Gardeners Program for all of the teaching and coaching they provide. Nancy Johnson
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Giving Challenge 
Don't forget - September 1 and 2 from noon to noon, every donation to TEAM of $25 up to $250 will be matched by the Patterson Foundation through the Giving Challenge.This challenge is sponsored by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, the Patterson Foundation and the other partners.
Your donation will make you a TEAM supporting member and any donation over $25 will be used to support the unique, very successful, free Bicycle Loaner Program.
Want to donate? Just contact us at team@teampuntagorda.org or phone 941-637-8326.
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TEAM Mixer on the horizon 
Join us Tuesday, October 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Hurricane Charley's for the next TEAM Mixer. We will have a private room off the deck with our own bar. Hurricane Charley's will provide free appetizers for us.That's not all! We will have drawings for prizes throughout the evening.Come out and meet your fellow TEAM members.Don't miss out on a fun evening!
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Adopt a Piano
One of the curriculum specialists at Charlotte County Public Schools advised that with their tight budgets and just maintaining their arts programs, their pianos in 18 schools have not been tuned in years! They ask for your help by adopting a piano.
They estimate the cost to be $100 for each piano. If you can help and value in-tune pianos, contact Ellen.harvey@yourcharlotteschools.net, phone 941-255-0808, ext. 3178.
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Peace River Botanical and Sculpture Garden
There is a new video online about the construction of the newest Punta Gorda not-for-profit organization! This website will be continually updated over the next 14 months.
Just check out the website http://www.peacerivergardens.org. This beautiful santuary of art and nature will open in the fall of 2016.The Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens will be one of Florida's most breathtaking garden parks, featuring diverse botanicals and artistic beauty.
Just amazing!
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| Punta Gorda Cuisine
TEAM congratulates our own Jeanie Roland from the Perfect Caper. She competed against Bobby Flay on the Food Network on an episode that aired on August 6 called The Heat Is On and she won!
Never underestimate Punta Gorda's chefs!
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They Stepped Up to help TEAM
We continue to be amazed by the civic-minded residents of our community who step up to help TEAM in its efforts to make Punta Gorda a great place to live.We welcome the following people and are grateful for their support:
Debbie Jones recently joined us as TEAM's Marketing Chair. (Her picture will be in next month's issue).
Diane Harper accepted the role of Annual Meeting Chair. The initial planning began this week. Contact her if you would like to join this committee or if you would like to help at the meeting, contact Sue Carman (phone number below under Help Wanted).
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| | Nancy Morris with Jackson |
Nancy Morris agreed to Co-Chair Pedal 'N Play in Paradise. We need another bike- minded person to help her out. It will be fun! Her picture is with her grandson. Jackson likes to ride in his trailer behind her bike when she takes to the trails in Punta Gorda. She is looking forward to working with all the committees that pull the P&P together for another successful year.
Richard Collins stepped up to help keep the yellow bikes in good working order. Richard loves to ride his bike in the early morning and checks on the community bikes as part of his daily ride.
Your community and fellow TEAM Volunteers welcome you to the ranks of the involved!
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Join the TEAM - Help Wanted!
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:
941-637-8326
HELP WANTED - Currently seeking:
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Pedal & Play Co-Chair to work with Nancy Morris
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Membership Co-Chairs
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Fundraising Co-Chairs
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Volunteers interested in government relations posts
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Administration, Administrative office and finance volunteers
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Construction volunteers for NEW Community garden build
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
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HAPPENINGS ON THE HARBOR!
We invite you to visit the community calendars below for more information about upcoming events.
Sept. 4: Movie with Discussion every Friday in September, 1-3 p.m., FGCU Renaissance Academy, 117 Herald Court Center, Punta Gorda, $5 each, 941-505-0130.
Sept. 18: Party - Remembering The '80s benefiting The Walk to End Alzheimer's,2421 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, 6-11 p.m. $15 ticket, must be purchased in advance, phone 941-525-7928. Music, dancing, 50/50 raffle, refreshments.
Sept. 19: Presentation on Pirates, Shipwrecks & Treasure by Captain Mike Daniel benefiting Charlotte County Historical Center at Florida SouthWestern State College Auditorium, 26300 Airport Road, Punta Gorda, 1-3:30 p.m. $10 ticket, phone 941-629-7278. Discover local legends of piracy and history of our area.Play pirate games.
Oct. 31: War on the Peace Dragon Boat Festival save the date, Laishley Park, visit
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Parting Shots
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Trabue Harborwalk Oyster Restoration Project
Volunteers, in partnership with the Nature Conservancy, helped re-establish oyster shell
reefs along the Peace River. Here they are on a hot day placing the bags in the river.
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| | Sunset from Hurricane Charley's by Cheryl Karba |
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Thanks to our "year-round" sponsors
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