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900 WEST MARION AVE., PUNTA GORDA A DOLLY PARTON CHRISTMAS FEATURING KAREN HESTER Date and Time: Friday, Dec. 5, 7 to 9 p.m. Website: http://www.militaryheritagemuseum.org Description: What better way to kick off the holiday season than with Karen Hester’s portrayal of Dolly Parton in “A Dolly Jolly Christmas!” Experience Christmas songs as well as the […]

The “War On Christmas” Is Actually A Thing Christmas celebrates the birth of Christ, which one might think would make it a hands-down joyous occasion. Nope. Christmas has been a source of controversy in the United States since the earliest colonial days. In fact, in 1659, the Puritan government of the Massachusetts Bay Colony went […]

BRITTON HILL IS THE HIGHEST NATURAL POINT IN FLORIDA Despite being the flattest state in the U.S. since it’s mostly at sea level, Florida has the lowest highest natural point in America. Scratching your head? You’re not the only one. See, this is because if you stand on Florida’s highest point, Britton Hill, which is […]

You either believe or you don’t. There is much controversy about the existence of ghosts and other spirits from another dimension. Most humans will only believe in the spirit world if it has been proven by science or “men of great knowledge.” But if it happens to you … you believe. This scientific stuff works […]

Located off Rio Togas near Burnt Store Road. Sunday, November 9 1 to 3 p.m. Please bring a meat dish, casserole, side dish and/or a dessert to share with 12 to 15 people and bring your own beverage. Plates, silverware, napkins, and water will be provided. Come for the food and stay for the fellowship […]

The penultimate month of the year brings empathy, positivity, and clairvoyance in the lives of those born in it. They are sharp and unfathomable. Generosity is one of their strong traits. They are motivational, brave, and driven but do not like to be praised. They have no control over their emotions except anger – they […]

There were six Single-Family Home Applications reviewed by ARC in September. One was recommended for approval. The remainder were held for additional information. Seven other applications were reviewed. Four were recommended for approval and three were held for additional information. Effective September 30, 2025, there were 49 new homes in the approved construction process. Additionally, […]

Let us know if you would like to be connected with a neighbor. Neighborhood Watch is accepting resident profiles as a community service for those who may need assistance from time to time, particularly in the event of a severe storm or hurricane. To obtain a copy of the profile and/or to obtain additional information, […]

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 […]