Did You Know
HONEY NEVER EXPIRES! As long as honey is sealed and stored properly, it can last an eternity. This is because the combo of honey’s low water content, high acidity, and antibacterial properties keep it from spoiling. Maybe that’s why modern archaeologists have discovered pots of edible honey in ancient Egyptian tombs, according to the book, […]
January Events
INDOOR ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW Date and Time: Saturday, Jan. 3 and Sunday, Jan. 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Website: https://www.charlotteharborecc.com/events/2020/indoor-arts–crafts-show Description: Two days of arts and crafts with over 120 vendors Location: Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda Fees/Admission: FREE Entry SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WOOD ART EXPO AND COMPETITION […]
BSLPOA Architectural Review Update – October 2025
Six Single-Family Home Applications were reviewed by ARC in October. Three were recommended for approval. One was held for additional information and two were rejected. Eleven other applications were reviewed. Seven were recommended for approval, two were rejected, and two were held for additional information. Effective October 30, 2025, there were 52 new homes in […]
Poluck Picnic in the Park
Annual Meeting Follow-Up
The 2025 Annual Meeting was held on Oct. 18, 2025. The Budget for fiscal year 2025/2026, the Carryover Funds from fiscal year 2024/2025, and the Amendment to the Deed Restrictions were all approved. Three new Board members were elected: Fred Boland, Ronald Paul, and Dana Reed. The new Board of Directors conducted a Board Meeting […]
From My Lanai
As a girl, I often woke up to the sound of roosters crowing in the backyard. But now as a retired adult I live in a “gatored” community. Until you’ve heard the early morning roar of alligators in your own backyard you don’t realize how unsettling a sound can be. Nope, I don’t live in […]
New Weekly Farmers Market Has Launched
To the delight of vendors and shoppers alike, an indoor/outdoor weekly market has launched from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Wednesdays in Punta Gorda. The Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association (PGICA)—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization at 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda—will provide the market location. Vendor space is available for fresh foods, arts and crafts, […]
BSLPOA Website – BSLPOA.ORG
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. It is the primary communications vehicle for our Association. All members receive BSL email information notices as they are sent, unless they […]
PGD Buzz
NEW RIDE APP PICKUP LOCATION As PGD continues to expand, some parking areas have been relocated. The new Ride App Pickup area is now conveniently located between the terminal and the new Rental Car Center. After exiting the baggage claim doors, turn right and walk toward the Rental Car Center. At the crosswalk, turn right […]
How Global Trade Is Opening New Doors For Charlotte County
When Florida builds international partnerships, the benefits often land right here at home … and that’s great news for Punta Gorda and Charlotte County. Earlier this month, Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly and Secretary of Transportation Jared W. Perdue led a state delegation to Milan and Genoa, Italy, opening the new SelectFlorida Milan […]