Through the years, Estero changed from primarily citrus groves and cattle ranches to small residential communities, including the Villages at Country Creek. However, by the end of 2000, Estero’s commercial corridors, U.S. 41 and Corkscrew Road, also began to see tremendous commercial growth. The first major Estero commercial development was the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point […]

Do you have The Clubhouse Online App on your phone? Below is the link to download this valuable tool to view VCC Events, Roster (directory of residents), and view and pay your monthly statements. You will need your Account number and password to use this app. https://apps.apple. com/us/app/clubhouse-online-mobile-app/ id1413832065. Use your Hotwire Fision Phone App […]

The following events for the Estero Historical Society are being held at The Villages at Country Creek: • March 22, 9:30 a.m.–Lecture Series–The Allure of Immortality–Florida Gulf Coast University’s Lyn Millner explains how a craving for immortality led to one of Florida’s most unique settlements. Millner is the author of a book on Cyrus Teed […]

Care Bears is very active during this time of year, and we appreciate all the donations we have received. At the present time, I would appreciate any donations of shower chairs with arms (for safety reasons). Thank you in advance … our community is awesome! For various reasons, I have recently been asked questions about […]

One of the more recognizable birds of our spring skies is the Swallow-tailed Kite. These “spring breakers” of the bird world typically arrive here in March. The Swallow-tailed- Kite is a raptor, unmistakable in flight with its long, pointed wings, deeply forked tail, and contrasting black-and-white plumage. This largest of American kites is a graceful, […]

We are so sorry to announce that on February 11, 2025 – Edmund J. Furphy passed away. He is survived by his children, Edmund J. Furphy Jr., Michael T. Furphy, Patrick J. Furphy, and Carol Labinski, eight grandchildren, one great grandchild, along with many family members and friends. Our father was proud to be part […]

SOUTHERN LAYERED CORNBREAD SALAD DIRECTIONS: Mix mayo, sour cream, and ranch dressing. Layer all starting with the cornbread crumbled with 1 cup of cheese, bacon, corn, 1 cup cheese, beans, tomatoes, sweet peppers, ½ mayo mixture. Repeat layering and garnish with the green onions. INGREDIENTS: 1 box Jiffy Cornbread Mix (baked and crumbled) 1 cup […]

A little silver haired lady calls her neighbor and says, “Please come over here and help me. I have a killer jigsaw puzzle, and I can’t figure out how to get started.” Her neighbor asks, “What is it supposed to be when it’s finished?” The little silver haired lady says, “According to the picture on […]