FAQ

The Club's purpose is to provide an opportunity for the women of Estero and its surrounding communities to engage in the many social activities that enhance members' lives and nurture friendships.

Any woman who resides in Estero or its surrounding communities may join. Members may be full time or seasonal residents.

No. We are an open and welcoming group. Welcoming new people and creating relationships is a large part of our philosophy. Please reach out to the Membership Chair on the Contact Us page and she will help you get connected. When you are ready, you can click Join.

Encore holds monthly luncheons at various country clubs in Estero and the surrounding area. These luncheons are usually held on the third Thursday of the month. Social time begins at 11:30. This is a great opportunity to mingle with other members. The meeting is called to order at noon.

Membership is renewable on an annual basis every year. You may remain a member for as long as you would like. Dues are payable by December 31 for the coming year.

The club provides a wide variety of activities for its members including games, dinners out, happy hour events, book clubs, arts and crafts groups, and local excursions.

Please be assured that the Luncheon Chairs work hard to ensure our members enjoy their luncheon meals. Our luncheon venues are not like a restaurant where you order from a menu and can personalize your meal. Please read the luncheon selections carefully before you register. Select the option that works best with your dietary needs. You cannot request changes to the meal because you do not care for something or prefer something else.

 

Each time you register for a monthly luncheon, there is a place on the registration form to indicate any medical dietary or allergy restrictions. When you attend the monthly luncheon, you are given your luncheon meal selection with your medical dietary or allergy restrictions noted so the server is aware and serve you the prearranged meal restrictions. These issues are presented to the chef in advance and the chef will prepare an alternative meal. Please do not ask the staff for substitutions at the luncheons.
 
Please note you need to indicate restrictions every time you register for a luncheon as this information is not saved.

While we don't have specific attendance requirements, we encourage all members to attend the monthly luncheons and any activities they wish to attend. You must pay annual dues currently $40 and renewable in the fall and due by December 31 for the following year.
 

There are no specific expectations for members. Members are not required to attend luncheons but are strongly encouraged to do so to help build relationships with other members. Each luncheon is the club business meeting and always features an interesting speaker or usually two Fashion Shows. These luncheons are a wonderful opportunity for meeting and connecting with friends, old and new. Encore also encourages involvement in our other activities. However, the level of involvement is entirely up to you.