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Rotonda West boasts a large variety of opportunities for residents to get involved in their community. Many of these opportunities are offered through Rotonda West organizations and clubs. Below is information about each organization and/or club in Rotonda West. Each is listed by name, description and contact person. The reader may also consult the Community Events Calendar for meeting dates and locations.
Coast Guard Auxiliary
The Coast Guard Auxiliary is a part of the Homeland Security Department of the U. S. Government. We are under the control of the regular Coast Guard. All members are volunteers and work with the Coast Guard to support its missions. Our main duties are safety on the water, public education (teaching about boating and boating safety), vessel exams and fellowship.
We have safety patrols in this area on the weekends and are available for search and rescue mission when the Coast Guard needs help. Our on the water members are trained and have to pass tests both written and practical on the water. We use our personal vessels for these duties and they become Coast Guard Facilities when we are on a mission.
Our public education course is conducted 4 or 5 times a year and many boaters have taken this course. The course covers boating safety, how to navigate in our waters (read and understand the signs), right of ways for boaters, and general discussions about boating. It is course that everyone who has a boat should take.
This flotilla has been serving this community for 30 years. We meet at the Rotonda Community Center every 3rd Tuesday of the month. We are always looking for new members who want to take part in this service. A new member has access to many courses offered free to them. It is a wonderful way to learn many things about boating. We have many snowbirds in our group and this is not a problem.
We sincerely thank the Rotonda West Association for the use of there building for this very important group.
Contact: John Sleichert, at 941-697-5575 / agrowjohn@yahoo.com. An alternate contact is Paul Memmer at 941-697-555-6995.
Neighbor Helping Neighbor
Neighbor Helping Neighbor is designed to help widows, widowers and people who are living alone meet others in the same situation. Meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, at 10 AM, in Rotonda West Community Center. Social activities are planned monthly. The organization also offers bereavement support.
Contact: Danica Harris at 941-697-4136 / dnh1967picky@ewol.com.
Neighborhood Watch
Crime will always be a major concern of both citizens and law enforcement agencies. The National Sheriffs’ Association created the National NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Program in 1972 to unite law enforcement agencies, private organizations, and individual citizens in a massive effort to reduce residential crime.
Rotonda West has just such an organization....
Patrol members drive through the neighborhood for only 2-hours per month. Both part-time and full-time residents participate.
Bases assist the patrols by calling in reports to the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office. Training is provided to enable volunteers to perform their duties and in addition to protecting in the community, individuals get to make new friends!
Volunteer...Make a difference. Volunteers are needed in both patrol and base positions. Both part-time and full-time residents are welcome to join.
Contact: George Krabbe, gdkrabbe@ewol.com / 941-697-4980 or
Walter Taylor, 2wheelwally@comcast.net / 941-697-7159.
Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage
The Rotonda Recreational Vehicle Parking Association Inc manages a parking and storage area for Rotonda West residents. The area is located at the intersection of Parade Circle and Rotonda Blvd. North. It is fenced-in with access through a gate opened only by the keypad numbers of the tenants. Furthermore, the area is lighted and patrolled. In order to be eligible to store vehicles or equipment at the lot, the person must be a resident of one of the subdivisions of Rotonda West. There is a waiting list for space. Between 12 and 18 slots may become available within any given year. A nominal fee of $100 per year per slot is charged to the user.
Contact: Richard Duggan, at 697-1891 / rjdcurragh@AOL.com,
John and Barbara Peszko at 697-7592 / joba95@earthlink.net, or
Leon Burns at 941-697-3223 / leonburns@earthlink.net.
Bridge Group
The Rotonda West Bridge Group meets every Tuesday at the Rotonda Community Center. Play begins at 12:30 p.m. and five rounds are played. Each round is limited to 1/2 hour. A timekeeper rings a bell at the beginning and at the end of each round, when play must stop. (Only contracts made or defeated at that point are counted.)
There are four "regular" tables, consisting of 8 permanent sets of partners. The winners of each round move on to the next table, where they split up and become opponents. Likewise, remaining "losers" split up. Duplicate scores are kept at each table. At the conclusion of play, scores are tallied and four cash prizes are awarded.
A roster of players is maintained. In addition to the "regulars", a list of substitute players is provided. It is incumbent on each player to secure a substitute, should he/she be unable to play.
Play takes place year 'round. During December, a Christmas Party is usually scheduled. A light lunch is served prior to play.
Contact: Mel Clark at 941-697-0357
Buckeye Club
Calling All Buckeyes……
Do you have Ohio roots? Like to socialize with other “Buckeyes?”
We’ve got just the remedy for you!
The Rotonda West Buckeye Club is a “just for fun” group for Rotonda West part-timers and full-timers. We offer something for everyone. Our members gather on the last Monday of each month for potluck dinners, game nights, picnics, and excursions to local attractions. Why not join our group and connect with other “Buckeyes?”
Contact: Bev Webster at 941-697-3455 or Sue Artz at 941-697-5591.
Fiesta Association
The Rotonda West Fiesta Association, Inc. is a social organization which was established in 1971 and is a non-profit organization. Property owners of all the Rotonda subdivisions (e.g., Heights, Lakes, Windward, etc.) are eligible for membership. Membership dues are $9.00 per person payable yearly in October.
The purpose of the organization is to promote social interest and bonds of good fellowship of its members. Dinner dances are held on a monthly basis from October through April the second Saturday of each month at the American Legion Post 113. In addition to the monthly dances, special activities are also held during the year.
Singles as well as couples are encouraged to join Fiesta. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact Jackie Schweitz at 697-3658.
Old-Timers Group
The Old-Timers Group is comprised of Rotonda West pioneers - persons who moved into our community during its early stages of development. They gather for lunch and discussion at 12:00 PM on the third Wednesday of each month (except June, July, & August) at the Rotonda West American Legion Post 113 at 3436 Indiana Road. The archivist of the group, Pastor Carl Kaltreider, presents interesting Rotonda West memorabilia. All Rotonda West residents are welcome to attend.
Contact: Marion Majeski at 941-697-3258 or Pastor Carl Kaltreider at
941-697-0413.
Rotonda Garden Club
The Rotonda Garden Club meets the second Thursday of each month at 10:00 AM, usually at the Community Center, unless otherwise noted on the Community Center bulletin board. Calendar activities include landscaping for C.A.R.E. Shelter and Rotonda Clean Up. Events are also planned for an Easter afternoon tea and garden tours. This Club has no dues or requirements, only that you have a good time. We are there to learn about problem plants and enjoy each other's company.
Contact: Mary Bohlmann, at 941-697-3497 / cheeky50M@comcast.net
Woman's Club
The General Federation of Woman's clubs (GFWC) Rotonda West Woman's Club has been an active organization in Rotonda West since 1973. The club is a part of the General Federation of Woman's clubs, the largest organization of women in the world.
The club's main purpose is to raise funds for local, state and international charities, as well as scholarships for Lemon Bay High School seniors and continuing education scholarships for adults.
The club consists of six departments including: Art, Conservation, Education, Home Life, Public Affairs and International Affairs. This diversification provides an area of interest for all members.
Club meetings are held at the Rotonda West American Legion Post 113 at 3436 Indiana Road on the second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 Noon for a luncheon meeting. The only exception is the March international luncheon meeting.
Contact: Carol Ullrich at 941-698-9424 or
Posey Bauer at pobo@ewol.com
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