We had great attendance at the Easter Potluck; the decorations were perfect, and the food was scrumptious and plentiful! Residents shared pulled ham, a plentiful smorgasbord of side dishes and desserts, and enjoyed the camaraderie. Our own Rick Austin provided music, and our 50/50 winner was Joy Evans. Many thanks to Edie Johnson and the […]

Optimism and Positivity: One of the most notable attributes of June born individuals is their unwavering optimism. They tend to view life in a positive light and can find the silver lining in even the most challenging situations. This sunny disposition makes them a welcome presence in the lives of those around them. Intellectual Curiosity: […]

The following represent only some of the appealing camps for young people available this summer. Traditional Summer Camp charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/community-services/recreation-pools/programs/youth-camps.stml / (941) 681-3798 Charlotte County’s Traditional Summer Camp is run Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 6 p.m., from June to August 8, for children 5 to 13, for $100 per week. Registration includes lunch, weekly […]

A fish tale … I imagine there are many of these floating around these parts. But how many of them are true? Well, this one is. My father-in-law was an avid fisherman in his day. Living in Nokomis, Fla., for the last 30-plus years, he was advantageously placed to explore his sport and enlarge his […]

HOW TO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH BSLPOA!  Our website allows us to welcome you and share the ins and outs, the activities, the benefits, and the advantages of living in Burnt Store Lakes. QUICK UPDATES: • We have 1,918 members and 1,300 accounts registered on our website as of April 30. Thirteen new members registered […]

After you file your tax return, you may be wondering how long you need to hold on to your tax records. You might be tempted to shred everything and toss the debris in the trash. Or you might assume that you need to hold on to every tax return and supporting document forever. Turns out, […]

WELCOME TO MY HOME! YES, THE BSL COMMUNITY PARK IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN WHICH TO LIVE. CURT JOHNSON JUST A FEW OF MY COMMUNITY PARK FRIENDS. ♥ EDIE JOHNSON

This Quick Tomato and Bean Soup Provencal is my version of a traditional soup from the Provence region of France. It’s a satisfying soup that comes together quickly. Serve with crusty bread or enjoy with a slice of quiche.

Florida is one of the most tax-friendly states for older workers and retirees. It’s one of just seven states that don’t collect personal income tax, allowing residents to benefit from tax-free pensions and retirement pay, along with no state taxes on Social Security or investment income. Florida also doesn’t have an inheritance or estate tax. […]

INHABITANTS OF BURNT STORE LAKES AND NEARBY AREAS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ALLIGATORS FROM TIME TO TIME. If you cross paths with an alligator that … a. is in a place considered unacceptable, such as a swimming pool, lanai, garage, etc., b. you consider a threat to people, pets, or property, c. approaches people, or d. doesn’t […]