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No Activities Meeting! Happy New Year!
Monday, January 1st, 2024, All Day Event
Activities Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024, 8:30am to 10:30am at IWCA Library
Lunch By Caldwell Family/Crew
Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024, 12pm to 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
The Caldwell Family & Crew is serving Randy's Special Bacon Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs with a dise along with your choice of Chicken or Beef Chili today! Lemonade, iced tea and water provided! All for $7 pp! The best deal in Naples!
BINGO
Thursday, January 4th, 2024, 6pm to 10pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Doors open/selling starts at 6:15 PM! Join in the fun! The Bingo Team, headed by Gloria and Ellen and their crew promise a fun and fast paced event! Our residents love, love, love their BINGO! Don't forget-Fat Boys at intermission!
First Friday On the Pool Deck w/Bruno
Friday, January 5th, 2024, 4pm to 6pm at Clubhouse Pool Patio
CHICKEN SHOOT!
Saturday, January 6th, 2024, 6:30pm at IWCA Clubhouse
If you've never been to a Chicken Shoot, just GO! It's five bucks to cluck! 39 lucky winners! Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Bring snacks! BYOB! There's rumors of side bets to add to the fun! This event truly is indescribable! You'll have a blast and you may even have to do the "Chicken Dance with Joyce", our resident "best sport" chicken! Don't forget "Richie The Rooster" who adds to the fun! We've made a special request to "The Colonel" who shows up occasionally! Practice your own "cluck"....just to be....you know....ready!
Church of the Wilderness
Sunday, January 7th, 2024, 9am to 10:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Clubhouse Decorating for Dance
Sunday, January 7th, 2024, 3pm to 4pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Karen's 70th Birthday Party! Everyone Welcome!
Sunday, January 7th, 2024, 6pm to 9pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Karen invites the community to a birthday party, free to all, to commemorate this milestone birthday with dance and merriment!
C'mon down to the clubhouse and bring your dancing shoes, your beverages and snacks! Karen and Jack have hired a great DJ to celebrate Karen's newest trip around the sun! What fun and community generosity! Don't you love where we live!
Activities Meeting
Monday, January 8th, 2024, 8:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Arrive early for the best treats and visit with your friends! Get your free raffle ticket for the drawings! You might win a free concert ticket or a meal ticket! Find out who's new in "The Wilderness" as new owners and renters arrive! Be in the know as ticket sale dates are announced for upcoming concerts, dances and dinners! This is where it all happens, folks! See you there! (Remember owners and renters are welcome and can vote on any expenditures by the Activities Committee over $999).
Special Guest! Dana/Collier County Solid Waste
Monday, January 8th, 2024, 10am at IWCA Clubhouse
Dana will tell us what's new in recycling as the rules change and are updated regularly. Dana comes to IW with good information and give-aways. Come learn how we an be more efficient and cost effective in our individual recycling! Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Kitchen Reserved for Lunch Prep
Tuesday, January 9th, 2024, 12pm to 4pm at Kitchen
Table Set Up for Craft Show
Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, 7am at IWCA Clubhouse
Activities Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, 8:30am to 10:30am at IWCA Library
Pickleball Clinic (Free)
Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, 9am at Pickleball Courts
The Picklebll players will be hosting a free pickleball clinic on our courts today. Wear white soled court shoes. Racquets are provided along with instruction. No experience required. All skill levels invited! Pickleball is a fast growing sport offering great fun, camaraderie and exercise! Join in and learn a new sport or improve your skill level! Free!
Craft Show
Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, 10am to 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
IW is home to many extraordinary artisans and crafters. In addition to all of the crafts for sale, there is also a raffle featuring something from each vendor. There may even be a bake sale. Plan to stay for lunch featuring linguini!
Linguini for Lunch and the Craft Show!
Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, 12pm to 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Diana is stepping up with her crew to prepare a delicious linguini lunch served with a side salad, garlic bread and a beverage. This is a very popular lunch along with the craft show! Plan to arrive early and stay late to support our local crafters and artisans.
$7 PP!
BINGO
Thursday, January 11th, 2024, 6pm to 10pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Doors open/selling starts at 6:15 PM! Join in the fun! The Bingo Team, headed by Gloria and Ellen and their crew promise a fun and fast paced event! Our residents love, love, love their BINGO! Don't forget-Fat Boys at intermission!
Stage Set-up for Concert/Decorating
Saturday, January 13th, 2024, 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Joe Marino & Streets of Fire
Saturday, January 13th, 2024, 7pm at IWCA Clubhouse
First time in "The Wilderness"! Joe Marino is a Naples fixture on the entertainment scene. Along with Streets of Fire, they are an extremely versatile band that can play music from any decade and genre. Joe learned that if you want to survive in the entertainment game....you have to be willing to adapt, improvise and overcome. Joe is proud to be able to present his group with the ability to play any Classic Rock from the 50’s, 60’s, 70's, 80's, 90's, 2000’s, Modern Top 40, Country, Island Tropical, Classic Jazz.
TICKET SALE DATES: SATURDAY, JANUARY 6 (8:30-9:30), MONDAY, JANUARY 8 (AFTER ACTIVITIES MEETING), WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 )11:00 AM-1:00 PM
PRICE: $20 PP/$25 (AT THE DOOR IF AVAILABLE)
Church of the Wilderness
Sunday, January 14th, 2024, 9am to 10:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Ice Cream Social
Sunday, January 14th, 2024, 7pm at IWCA Clubhouse
The Ice Cream Social happens most Sundays at 7 PM! There are some new twists this season! Will Root Beer Floats be on the menu? How about ice cream cones? Ice cream Sundaes for sure! See you there! This is a fun way to end the weekend! Lots of flavors and....we offer toppings and sprinkles!
Thanks for being sustainable and bringing your own bowl and spoon!
Activities Meeting
Monday, January 15th, 2024, 8:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Arrive early for the best treats and visit with your friends! Get your free raffle ticket for the drawings! You might win a free concert ticket or a meal ticket! Find out who's new in "The Wilderness" as new owners and renters arrive! Be in the know as ticket sale dates are announced for upcoming concerts, dances and dinners! This is where it all happens, folks! See you there! (Remember owners and renters are welcome and can vote on any expenditures by the Activities Committee over $999).
Bluestream Presentation & Demo
Monday, January 15th, 2024, 9:45am at IWCA Clubhouse
We always learn something new when our Community Representative shows up with a demo and the offer to hear your Bluestream concerns. This demo happens immediatley following the Activities Meeting. If you have Bluestream service concerns, please put them in writing with details including your name, address, email and cell number!
Board of Director's Meeting
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024, 10am at IWCA Clubhouse
Kitchen Reserved for Taco Tuesday Prep
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024, 10am to 5pm at Kitchen
Quilter's Pot Luck (Canceled)
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024, 12pm to 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Taco Tuesday Supper!
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024, 5pm to 6pm at IWCA Clubhouse
A really tasty and fun addition to our dining options in "The Wilderness", plan to fill up on chicken and beef tacos along with beans and rice! Bring your own margarita! Dining will conclude by 6 pm to accommodate our residents that play cards in the clubhouse.
$7 PP still makes this the best dinner deal in Naples!
Kitchen Reserved
Thursday, January 18th, 2024, 8am to 4pm
BINGO
Thursday, January 18th, 2024, 6pm to 10pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Doors open/selling starts at 6:15 PM! Join in the fun! The Bingo Team, headed by Gloria and Ellen and their crew promise a fun and fast paced event! Our residents love, love, love their BINGO! Don't forget-Fat Boys at intermission!
Activities Committee Meeting
Friday, January 19th, 2024, 8:30am to 10:30am at IWCA Library
The Activities Committee meets on Friday this week to accomodate scheduling issues.If you have an idea for an event or simply want to sit in, all are welcome to learn more about how the Activities Committee functions and what we are responsible for!
The meeting starts at 8:30. If you simply want to share an idea without sitting through an entire meeting, feel free to show up at 10 AM!
Third Friday w/Dolph & Cliff (and a little Karaoke)!
Friday, January 19th, 2024, 4pm to 6pm at Clubhouse Pool Patio
Dolph and Cliff, along with our many talented vocalists, will headline Third Fridays on the Pool Deck. BYOB, a chair and a snack if you like! It's a great way to end the week, enjoy our splendid weather on our great pool deck and greet our friends and neighbors! You can also grab a noodle and enjoy the music in our pool! Kids & guests welcome! Free to all, a Pass the Hat"event if you care to contribute!
Bring your tequila!!! Barbie & Randy will be selling Margertia mix in a big red cup with ice for $2.00 complete with salt and lime.....while they last.
(NOTE: If the weather is inclement, this event will move inside the clubhouse and conclude promptly at 6 pm to accommodate Friday card players).
Don't forget Kruk's Food Truck at 4:30 pm serving Philly Cheeesteaks and other items including vegetarian and gluten free items!
KRUK'S FOOD TRUCK!!!
Friday, January 19th, 2024, 4:30pm to 6:30pm at CLUBHOUSE PARKING LOT BY THE SPORTS COURTS
Barb & John Turek had the BEST idea and made it all come together today! We have our first food truck coming to "The Wilderness" as a complement to Third Friday! What's better than Philly Cheesesteaks (and other menu items), happy hour on the pool deck and entertainment by Dolph & Cliff! The clubhouse will be open in the event you want to have your happy hour inside, or in the case of inclement weather. Who has more fun? Here's a little history of our celeb food truck guy!
KRUK'S STORY When Phillies legend John Kruk moved to Naples in 2010, he was craving a taste of the City of Brotherly Love. Across the U.S., from stadium to stadium, no one could make a Philly-authentic, Kruk-approved, cheesesteak. Finally in 2015, Kruk decided he should stop looking and start his own shop. Kruk’s uses classic ingredients found in steak shops throughout the Delaware Valley, including bread baked and shipped from Philly and the traditional “wiz” cheese. Menu specialties even spin off the classics with local favorites like chicken cheesesteak and hot Italian pork roast sandwiches. So whether you’re a Northeast transplant craving a taste of Philly, or from the Southeast and have never experienced the wiz-glory of a cheesesteak, Kruk’s is firing up the grill and slicing the Ribeye for you.
French Toast Breakfast by The Caldwell Crew
Saturday, January 20th, 2024, 8:30am to 9:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
The Caldwell Crew is serving French toast, eggs, bacon, hash browns, coffee, and juice. $7 PP!
This is a delicious, hot and hearty breakfast! Join your friends and neighbors! Meet someone that is new to IW!
See you there!
Church of the Wilderness
Sunday, January 21st, 2024, 9am to 10:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Ice Cream Social
Sunday, January 21st, 2024, 7pm at IWCA Clubhouse
The Ice Cream Social happens most Sundays at 7 PM! There are some new twists this season! Will Root Beer Floats be on the menu? How about ice cream cones? Ice cream Sundaes for sure! See you there! This is a fun way to end the weekend! Lots of flavors and....we offer toppings and sprinkles!
Thanks for being sustainable and bringing your own bowl and spoon!
Activities Meeting
Monday, January 22nd, 2024, 8:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Arrive early for the best treats and visit with your friends! Get your free raffle ticket for the drawings! You might win a free concert ticket or a meal ticket! Find out who's new in "The Wilderness" as new owners and renters arrive! Be in the know as ticket sale dates are announced for upcoming concerts, dances and dinners! This is where it all happens, folks! See you there! (Remember owners and renters are welcome and can vote on any expenditures by the Activities Committee over $999).
National Blood Donor Month/Guest Presenter
Monday, January 22nd, 2024, 10am at IWCA Clubhouse
Laura Rosen, Community Relations Manager for NCH Community Blood Center will be be our guest presenter today on the value of your blood donations. Please stay to hear Laura's presentation. Eligibility to donate blood will be presented-many rules have changed regarding eligibility! You'll learn how many lives you save with one donation and other ways to contribute to the cause.
A special prize drawing will be held at lunch on Wednesday, January 31, with all entries for those that donated blood.
Kitchen Reserved for Botscheller's Chicken & Fixins Lunch
Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024, 10am to 5pm
Activities Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, 8:30am to 10:30am at IWCA Library
Blood Drive
Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, 8:30am to 11:30am at Register in the Clubhouse Library/Bloodmobile Outside
IW has a strong history of blood drive donors and we boast one of the larger turnouts for the bloodmobile in Naples! A sign up sheet will be in the multi-purpose room. Sign up! Your donation saves up to three lives! 22 units were collected for a total of 66 lives saved through our November 2023 blood drive. See Chris A. for more information!
Chicken n' Fixin's
Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, 12pm to 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Office Closed @ 1:30 PM
Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, 1:30pm
The office will be closed on Weds. Jan 24th at 1:30 pm in order for Ana and Dee to attend training for the GRS system.
The office will re-open Thurs at 10:00 am.
Thank you
BOD
The office will re-open Thurs at 10:00 am.
Thank you
BOD
BINGO
Thursday, January 25th, 2024, 6pm to 10pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Doors open/selling starts at 6:15 PM! Join in the fun! The Bingo Team, headed by Gloria and Ellen and their crew promise a fun and fast paced event! Our residents love, love, love their BINGO! Don't forget-Fat Boys at intermission!
Election Committee Set-Up for Annual Meeting (Clubhouse Closed)
Friday, January 26th, 2024, 10am at IWCA Clubhouse
Board of Director's Annual Meeting
Friday, January 26th, 2024, 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Kitchen Reserved For Breakfast Prep
Friday, January 26th, 2024, 2pm to 7pm
Pickleball Breakfast
Saturday, January 27th, 2024, 8:30am to 9:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
The Pickleball Players are stepping up again for breakfast in "The Wilderness"! Come on down for a hot breakfast and start your Saturday with a full tummy! $7 PP! They are serving Quiche Lorraine (Ham, cheese and spinach), Sausage. tropical fruit cups, fresh homemade muffins, juice and coffee! The best deal in all of SW Florida! Thank you Pickleball Players!
Stage Set-up for Concert/Decorating
Saturday, January 27th, 2024, 1pm
JACOB'S LADDER
Saturday, January 27th, 2024, 7pm to 10pm at IWCA Clubhouse
ROCKIN' HORSE is an all new line-up with Rob, Cindy, David, Melissa & Don. Playing mostly private events, you won't want to miss this SW Florida-based band with "fat-bottomed rock" that will knock your socks off. Great lead vocals and harmonies! They promise you will love their song choices! This is their first appearance at IW! Let's give them a warm welcome! BYOB, snacks and your dancing shoes! More details forthcoming!
TICKET SALE DATES: SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 (8:30-9:30 AM), MONDAY, JANUARY 22 (AFTER ACTIVITIES MEETING), WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
TICKET PRICES: $20 IN ADVANCE/$25 AT THE DOOR
Church of the Wilderness
Sunday, January 28th, 2024, 9am to 10:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Midstates Potluck
Sunday, January 28th, 2024, 1pm to 3pm at IWCA Clubhouse
Ice Cream Social
Sunday, January 28th, 2024, 7pm at IWCA Clubhouse
The Ice Cream Social happens most Sundays at 7 PM! There are some new twists this season! Will Root Beer Floats be on the menu? How about ice cream cones? Ice cream Sundaes for sure! See you there! This is a fun way to end the weekend! Lots of flavors and....we offer toppings and sprinkles!
Thanks for being sustainable and bringing your own bowl and spoon!
Activities Meeting
Monday, January 29th, 2024, 8:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Arrive early for the best treats and visit with your friends! Get your free raffle ticket for the drawings! You might win a free concert ticket or a meal ticket! Find out who's new in "The Wilderness" as new owners and renters arrive! Be in the know as ticket sale dates are announced for upcoming concerts, dances and dinners! This is where it all happens, folks! See you there! (Remember owners and renters are welcome and can vote on any expenditures by the Activities Committee over $999).
Bluestream Onsite
Monday, January 29th, 2024, 9am to 5pm at IWCA Clubhouse & Throughout Community
Our Bluestream Community Representative Melanie Trudel and a Tech Team will be on site all week Monday, January Monday, January 29-Friday, February 2 from 9 AM - 5 PM to address resident issues with television or internet service. If you were a resident that attended the Activity Meeting on January 15 and you submitted a written record of your service issues, you will be contacted first by Melanie to schedule a technician visit. (It pays to attend Monday Activity meetings)!
Melanie will remain in the Clubhouse to address during those hours t meet with residents to assist with billing issues, adding services or scheduling remaining tech visits to your home.
A Conversation with Collier County Commissioner Rick LoCastro
Monday, January 29th, 2024, 9:30am to 10:30am at IWCA Clubhouse
Rick LoCastro is our Collier County Commissioner for East Naples, Marco island and Goodland/Everglade City. Commissioner LoCastor is a lively and engaged speaker and his presentations are welcomed annually at IW! Plan to stay after an abbreviated Activities Meeting to learn about all of the things happening and planned for our corner of the world. For instance, there is discussion about moving the Naples Airport to East Naples. What would that mean for our community and what would the flight path look like?
Prior to Commissioner LoCastro's meeting, the Activities Committee will invite your questions in the "Suggestion Box" and we will pass your questions along to Commissioner LoCastro. Often times, Collier County staff members are present as well to answer questions about new developments, zoning changes, land conservancy, etc.
See you there!
Kitchen Reserved for Lunch Prep
Tuesday, January 30th, 2024, 8am to 4pm at Kitchen
Bluestream Onsite
Tuesday, January 30th, 2024, 9am to 5pm at IWCA Clubhouse & Throughout Community
Our Bluestream Community Representative Melanie Trudel and a Tech Team will be on site all week Monday, January Monday, January 29-Friday, February 2 from 9 AM - 5 PM to address resident issues with television or internet service. If you were a resident that attended the Activity Meeting on January 15 and you submitted a written record of your service issues, you will be contacted first by Melanie to schedule a technician visit. (It pays to attend Monday Activity meetings)!
Melanie will remain in the Clubhouse to address during those hours t meet with residents to assist with billing issues, adding services or scheduling remaining tech visits to your home.
Activities Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, 8:30am to 10:30am at IWCA Library
Bluestream Onsite
Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, 9am to 5pm at IWCA Clubhouse & Throughout Community
Our Bluestream Community Representative Melanie Trudel and a Tech Team will be on site all week Monday, January Monday, January 29-Friday, February 2 from 9 AM - 5 PM to address resident issues with television or internet service. If you were a resident that attended the Activity Meeting on January 15 and you submitted a written record of your service issues, you will be contacted first by Melanie to schedule a technician visit. (It pays to attend Monday Activity meetings)!
Melanie will remain in the Clubhouse to address during those hours t meet with residents to assist with billing issues, adding services or scheduling remaining tech visits to your home.
Salad Bar Luncheon
Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, 12pm to 1pm at IWCA Clubhouse
The Caldwell Crew is serving up a delectable salad bar for your dining pleasure, or cheeseburgers while they last. Lots of surprises here, folks! You won't be disappointed! Come to the Monday meetings to learn all about our new dining adventures! $7 PP including your beverage!