EPL Letter from the President

Dear EPL Members:Pageant Season is upon us! From Table reservation day to the Parade Party with two Royal Balls in between, it’s the time of year where we Pageant members renew old friendships and hopefully, begin new ones. In this, the 75th year of the Edison Pageant of Light, I strongly encourage all of our members to attend each and every event you are able, as this year promises to be memorable. Hopefully you were able to enjoy the goodies the chefs at the breakfast bar had in store for us at Table Reservation day! Who knows what treasures may be available at the Charity Auction taking place during the King and Queen’s Ball? Who will be the new King and Queen crowned at the Coronation Ball (and will the new Monarchs be able to keep their crowns in place for their first processional)? And lastly, what surprises might be in store during the Parade Party for the Grand Parade of Light?

The only way to find the answers to these questions is to be there! Join us at the King & Queen’s Ball for heavy hors d’oeuvres and a night of merriment with their Majesties King Alex and Queen Julie! Celebrate the 75th King and Queen of Edisonia, whoever they may be at the Coronation Ball! On behalf of your Officers and Board of Directors of the Pageant, I happily extend our welcome to Pageant Season 2013 and we hope to see each and every member repeatedly throughout the coming weeks. Let the Festivities Commence!

Ian Mann, EPL President

Winter 2013

FMWCC Letter from the PresidentInside!

SPECIAL EDITION

The Lamplighter Tea Time

Dear members,

I hope you all had a blessed & Merry Christmas. FMWCC members are hopefully well rested after our 17 days of “Christmas around the World”. Holiday House 2012 was once again well received by our community & we had some record breaking nights! Our last night open, Sunday-December 23rd, we welcomed 1400 visitors through the homes! To say thank you to all those members, (& husbands, kids & friends) that came to decorate, feed us, host & hostess, be “Santa” for a night, sell tickets and everything else that goes along with this huge event would take an entire Newsletter! Just know Linda Burkey & I are extremely grateful, and so proud of community club….wecan not thank you all enough!!!!

We are all now ready for February, our busiest month! Saturday February 2nd is the King & Queen’s Ball, followed by the highlight of the year, The Coronation Ball on February 15th. This is EPL’s 75th anniversary- “Diamond Jubilee”. If you are not yet on a committee to help with these two wonderful events, please let me know! It is such a fun time transforming Harborside into the beautiful ballroom it becomes each year!

On March 14th, we’ll honor our Past President’s with a White Tea at Burroughs Home at 2pm. Our annual Fashion Show is scheduled for April11th, 6:30pm at Saks 5th Avenue in Bell Tower Shops. And to finish off our year, our annual flower show and installation of new officers will be May 9th, 6:30pm in the lobby of Barbara B. Mann.

Please remember all our general meetings are open to guests. Bring a friend or neighbor & share our fun, traditions & involvement with our community! Keep up to date with future events, and download a membership form for a friend on our website: fmwcc.com

Hope to see you all soon! Happy New Year!

Debi FussellFMWCC President

FMWCC Letter from the President

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Debi Fussell

This year’s King and Queen’s Ball will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at the Harborside Event Center. The crown jewels will be reflected in royal banners decorating the Kingdom of Edisonia. Please be informed by Royal Decree that King Alex and Queen Julie request your presence at an hors d’oeuvre reception prior to the Ball. Everyone is invited to the Reception prior to the Ball!

If you were unable to attend Table Reservation Day, please contact the EPL Administrative Assistant at 239-334-2550. The King and Queen, along with their families, look forward to seeing you. Please make plans to attend!

Doors open at 6:30pm

Reception begins at 6:30pmCharity Silent Auction and Hors d’oeuvres Reception in the Galleria and seating in the Grand Ballroom

Doors close at 8:00pm

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King & Queen’s BallSaturday, February 2, 2013

EPL New Members

Douglas & Kim ParkerRobert B. Forrest

Matthew & Brenda DavisShannon Goff

Cynthia Ruke

Join the Edison Pageant of Light! Membership is $350 for 2013. A special one year, non-voting membership is also available for $200. For more information, call the Pageant office at 239-334-2550. Email is edisonpageant@centurylink.net

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In Memoriam of

Kathryn Geraci Palmer

Annette Morroni

Come celebrate Thomas Edison’s Birthday!

Mon. February 11, 2013 @ 10 a.m.Edison -Ford Estates

Coronation Ball 2013 Friday, February 15th • Harborside Event CenterThis year’s Coronation Ball will celebrate the Edison Pageant of Light’s Diamond Anniversary, according to FMWCC President Debi Fussell.

Ballroom doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and will close at 8:30 p.m. The ceremony will follow with the royal procession, festivities and the crowning of our new 2013 Monarchs!

Seventy-five years of pageant history will be celebrated this year, with the tradition of music, dancing, and visiting with friends to be enjoyed by all who attend. A bountiful breakfast buffet will crown the evening off as we celebrate another year of traditions and friendships. Don’t miss this year’s Royal Celebration!

If you would like to help with the decorating of the Coronation Ball, please contact Debi Fussell at billdebifussell@yahoo.com today! Decorating days will be Wednesday, Feb.13th, Thursday, Feb. 14th with last minute touches and rehearsal on Friday morning, Feb. 15th. Take down will be on Saturday, Feb. 16 starting at 8 a.m. See you at the Balls!

HRH Alexander Paul HendersonHRH Julie Ann Foster

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2013 Princes of EdisoniaPrince Forrest Campbell

is the son of Mr. & Mrs. David Campbell (Jan) and the grandson of Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Campbell, Sr. and Mr. Charles Waugh and the late Jean Waugh. He is proud to be a sixth-generation Fort Myers native and the great-great-great grandson of Captain Manuel A. Gonzalez who is generally known

as Fort Myers’ first settler.

He attended Bishop Verot High School a n d played football 4 years and Lacrosse 2. He had a very productive football career and set a school record for completions and yardage for a tight end, earned Non-Excedit Coaches Award, Lunch Pail Award, ranked #1 tight end in the district, named to the News Press All Area First Team (Offense) and was the the starting tight end and special teams for the 2009 John Carrigan All-Star Game. He lettered both years in Lacrosse and as a senior enjoyed an undefeated regular season, won Districts and played in Boca Raton in the Final Four State Championship.

Forrest attends Florida Atlantic University and plays Division I Football in the Sun Belt Conference. He is listed as an FAU Football 3.0+GPA Member. He served the Edison Festival of Light in many capacities most recently as Section V Marshal of the Grand Parade of Light. Forrest earned the Inaugural Junior Marshal Volunteer of the Year Award in 2010. Forrest was on the Edison Pageant of Light Junior Court. During the summer, he works as a teachers aide for summer programs at St. Michael Lutheran School. He enjoys hunting, fishing and most sports.

is the son of Mrs. Debbra Carner and the late Mike Carner and the grandson of Carson Carner. He is a graduate of Fort Myers High School where he was a member of the National Honor Society. Tyler played football, baseball, lacrosse and hockey while at Fort Myers High.

Tyler attended Jacksonville University and is now a Junior at Florida Gulf Coast University. He plays Division IAA football.During the summer, Tyler works at H20 Outfitters and Beach Stuff, Inc. and is a part time charter captain. He enjoys fishing, diving, working out and mentoring.

Prince Tyler Eugene Carner

Prince Phillip Dean Chandler

is the son of Mr. amd Mrs. Phil Chandler (Jennifer). He is a graduate of Fort Myers High School. While in high school, he played for the Fort Myers Lacrosse Team all four years, was a part of Mu Alpha Theta (math honor society) and Rho Kappa (history honor society) as well as the International Baccalaureate program. During his summers, he had the opportunity to serve on mission trips t o Ryenosa Mexico, Corozal Town Belize and New Orleans, and work at Chuck E Cheese. He served his church as a discussion leader on Sunday mornings.

In 2010 Phillip was admitted to the University of Alabama Honors College, where he is currently a senior, majoring in Business Management. The Arts Exploration Project of Tuscaloosa allowed Phillip to bring an art class to kindergarteners at Matthews Elementary School. During the 2011 summer, Phillip was the top recruit for Vector Marketing. This previous summer he volunteered as a student leader for the University of Alabama’s Outdoor Action Program, where he lead 50 freshmen on various environmental related service projects and activities.

He enjoys an active lifestyle full of longboarding, bowling, and climbing. He has participated in the Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade and looks forward to continuing to be a part of Fort Myers’ rich traditions.

Prince William Payne duPont

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is the son of Mr. Victor duPont and Mrs. Nancy duPont. He is a graduate of Fort Myers High School where he was a member of the National Honor Society, Rho Kappa social studies honor

society, and the Law Academy. He played on the tennis team for 3 years.

Will is a junior at the University of Florida. He is an active member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity as well as the Florida Golden Key Honor Society. He is majoring in Political Science and minoring in Business Administration.

During the summer, Will works for Reubens Catering. He enjoys fishing, playing tennis, working out, and reading.

2013 Princes of EdisoniaPrince Mason Dean Hayes Prince Ethan Samuel Hanson

is the son of Woodward S. Hanson and Kathryn S. Hanson. A sixth-generation Fort Myers native, Ethan is the great-great-great grandson of Capt. Manuel A. and Elizabeth (Weatherford) Gonzalez, having arrived in 1866, are generally recognized as Fort Myer’s first settlers. Ethan’s great-great grandparents, Dr. William Hanson, Thomas Alva Edison’s personal physician, and Julia (Allen) Hanson, a founder of the Fort Myers Women’s Club and its president for almost thirty years, arrived in Fort Myers in 1884.

As a three-year letterman of Fort Myers High School’s golf team, Ethan was graduated in 2010 and currently, is a sophomore at Santa Fe College inGainesville, Florida. Ethan’s hobbies include golf, guitar, fishing, surfing and Gator football. With interests in anthropology and history, Ethan enjoys reviewing and studying his family’s archives, particularly those portions pertaining to the early history of Ft. Myers and Southwest Florida or Florida’s Seminole-Miccosukee Indians. Currently, Ethan assists Dr. William H. Marquardt, Ph.D., Curator of Archaeology and Ethnography, Florida Museum of Natural History, in the collection of wildlife, indigenous to north central Florida. Following Santa Fe College, Ethan plans to attend the University of Florida, where he will study political science and English, in preparation for law school.

Mason is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Hayes (Sherryl). He is a graduate of Estero High School. While at Estero, Mason played varsity football all 4 years.

Mason is attending Edison State College. He is active studying. During

the summer, Mason works in lawn maintenance. He enjoys making money.

Mason has been involved in the Edison Pageant and Festival, serving on the Junior Court and as a page and usher. He is happy to have the opportunity to serve on the Edison Pageant of Light Court.

Prince Jason Alexander Hoop

Prince John Gautier Koeppel

is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steven G. Koeppel (Mary Ann). He is a graduate of Riverdale High School where he played football, basketball, soccer, and ran track. He was a member of National Honor Society and National Spanish Honor Society. John graduated in the top three percentile of his class.

John attends the University of Florida where he is a senior. He is an active member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity where he has served on the Judicial Board. John plays intramural football, basketball and soccer. John is working towards attaining a degree in Management with minors in Entrepreneurship and Real Estate. He plans to attend law school following graduation.

During this past summer, John interned at the State Attorney’s Office here in Lee County. During the school year John works as a server at 101 Downtown Restaurant & Martini Lounge.John enjoys fishing, wakeboarding, basketball, hunting, and fitness.

is the son of Dr. George and Lisa Hoop. He graduated Cum Laude at Bishop Verot Catholic High School. There, Jason was an active member of the Student Government, a member of the National Honors Society, and Captain of the Varsity basketball team. He was

elected to Homecoming court his Junior and Senior year and also to Prom court

his senior year.

Jason is a part of McGregor Baptist Church where he attended several retreats, participated in the annual Christmas Pageant, and served as a leader to others. He has volunteered within the community at various events such as: City of Palms, Hoopschool, Greek Festival, Habitat for Humanity, and Junior League.

Jason is attending Florida Gulf Coast University Honors Program, as a sophomore pursuing a major in Biotechnology and minor in Business, with aspirations of becoming a Neurosurgeon. Jason is also apart of the Student Ambassador Program at FGCU, serves as the Student Government Senate President, volunteers for Habitat for Huminty, Second Harvest Food Bank, Dreamcatcher Garden and is an active member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. This past summer Jason studied abroad in Ecuador. Apart from school, Jason enjoys fishing, scuba diving, wakeboarding, playing various sports, and relaxing at the beach with friends.

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2013 Princes of EdisoniaPrince William Brent Kollmann

is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas H. Parker, Jr. (Kim). He is a graduate of Fort Myers High School and was in the International Baccalaureate program. Taylor played lacrosse for Farragut High School and Fort Myers High School.

A fourth generation Fort Myers native, Taylor is the great-grandson of Bessie R. Henderson. Taylor’s great grandfather, James B. Parker, started Parker’s Book Store in 1910, which was later renamed to Parker’s Office Equipment, Inc. Thomas Edison used to frequent the store and listen to music on the phonographs. Taylor is a member of First United Methodist Church.

During his summer months of high school and college, he would serve on mission trips, vacation bible school and Warren Willis camp. He worked his senior year at Polo and for the last two summers, as a medical record scanner for Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists. In 2010, Taylor was accepted to Florida State University, where he completed two years. In the summer of Taylor’s junior year, he decided to change majors and schools. Taylor is enrolled at Florida Gulf Coast University where he will complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology on a Pre-Medical. Taylor then plans to attend University of Florida’s medical school. When Taylor is not in classes or studying, he enjoys composing and listening to music, playing basketball, lacrosse, weight lifting, and playing frisbee.

Prince Taylor Andrew Parker

is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Kollmann (Pam). He is the grandson of Mr. Robert Pease and the late Jan Pease. He is a graduate of Bishop Verot High School where he played varsity basketball and football.

Will attended the University of Mount Vernon on a football scholarship

his freshman and sophomore years. He currently attends Florida Gulf Coast University, majoring in business administration. He is a member of the Young Republicans Club.

During the summer, Will has worked at Bed Bath and Beyond. He enjoys fishing, golfing, basketball and football.

Prince Shane Matthew Vaughanis the son of David and Cheryl Vaughan, and brother to Bobby and Kimberly Vaughan. He graduated from the Fort Myers High School International Baccalaureate program with a 5.2 GPA. During his high school years, he volunteered at Holiday House, Allen Park Elementary School, and was actively involved with the First Christian Church Youth group, MOI. Shane participated on the Fort Myers High School varsity tennis team where he lettered all four years, placing in several s t a t e tournaments.

Currently, Shane is a junior at the University of Florida majoring in Aerospace Engineering, with a 3.5 GPA. He is an active member of the UF’s club tennis team where he has helped them place second in the nation two years in a row. At UF, he primarily has volunteered at the Gainesville Health and Rehabilitation Center organizing activities and working with small groups of elderly patients to help facilitate success in social interactive games.

He enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as participating in activities including softball, football, water sports, fantasy football, and catching lobsters in the keys. Shane plans to graduate from the University Florida with his Aerospace Engineering degree and hopes to one day work as a mechanical or aerospace engineer.

is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Bruce A. Schultz (Beth). Brian is an alumnus of Fort Myers High School where he was enrolled in the International Baccalaureate program. He was a

member of the National Honor Society and served as a Representative for his class

in the Student Government Association. Brian also played on the Greenwave Lacrosse

team for four years. Brian is a senior at the Florida State University where he is majoring in Economics and minoring in Business.

Brian is currently the Administrative Intern at the Florida Bankers Association in Tallahassee. He is active at Florida State as a brother of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity serving the chapter as Alumni Relations Chairman, and he is also a member of the Seminole Student Boosters and FSU Student Alumni Association. In the summer, Brian plans to pursue his Masters of Business Administration with an emphasis in Financial Analytics at the Florida State University. He was an active member at New Hope Presbyterian Church throughout his high school career serving as the worship team guitarist and Vacation Bible School volunteer. Brian has traveled on mission trips to Cattanooga, TN, Reynosa, Mexico and New Orleans, LA. Brian has served the Royal Court of Edisonia as an usher.

Prince Brian Frederick Schultz

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Princess Haley Baker Mannis the daughter of the Hon and Mrs. Franklin B. Mann, Jr. and the granddaughter of Franklin and Mary Lee Mann. She is a graduate of Hibernian Private School, graduating magna cum laude. She was a member of the National Honor Society, and President of Student Government, a member of the Mathematics Honor Society and Yearbook Chair.

Haley is active in the First Presbyterian Youth Group and received the Neighborhood Accountability Board – Peer Appreciation Award. Haley is a painter, having placed 1st in show and having her art piece sold. She is a Relay for Life Team Captain for the American Cancer Society, has organized clothing drives for Haiti Relief through the American Red Cross.

Now attending Florida Gulf Coast University, where she is a junior, Haley is a member of the French Club. She has been a volunteer for Edison State College Pops @ Sunset for three years, and is training for volunteer opportunities with seniors suffering from dementia or cognitive decline. Haley was a judicial intern over the summer. She enjoys horseback riding, painting and drawing, soccer and sailing.

Haley has participated in the Edison Pageant of Light as a trumpeteer and Program Hostess. Haley believes the Edison Pageant is a fun tradition, and so much a part of growing up in Fort Myers.

Princess Rachel Catherine Armes2013 Princesses of Edisonia

is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Edward Armes (Larry and Mary Watford) and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Foy Watford and Mr. and Mrs, Lonnie Armes.

Katie is a graduate of Fort Myers High School, receiving an International Baccalaureate Diploma. She was a

member of National Honor Society and a Scholar Athlete, serving as captain of the

Green Wave Swim Team. Katie also swam with USA Swimming “Swim Florida” and participated in State USS competitions. She ran Cross Country for the Fort Myers H.S. team and competed at States. Katie was a member of Phi Delta Y serving as House Secretary and Sergeant of Arms in Tallahassee, as well as participating in the Renaissance Club, TV Production, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She was voted Senior Superlative – “Best Eyes”. Katie traveled to Mexico and Belize on Mission Trips with Covenant/New Hope Presbyterian Church.

Katie now attends the University of Florida, majoring in Marketing and Sports Management. She is an active member of Alpha Chi Omega, social sorority, participating in philanthropic activities such as the Boys and Girls Club and Dance Marathon, benefiting Shands Children’s Hospital. She is also a member of the Gator Sports Management Club and had the opportunity to work at the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in 2010.

Katie enjoys running, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She is a member of the Fort Myers Women’s Community Club and has been a hostess at the Holiday House and Fashion Show. She says, “Although I was born in Fort Myers I did not live in the City until I was eleven. However, I love this town especially during the celebration of the life of Thomas Edison. Whether it was riding a float or running in the 5K, I enjoy the tradition of Fort Myers. Thank you for the opportunity to honor that tradition with the nomination for the Royal Court of Edisonia.”

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Princess Shelby Renae Mann

is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel L. Fugatt (Sharon) and is a 2010 graduate of Fort Myers High School. Kelley lettered as a Fort Myers High School Cheerleader. She participated in school activities and was an active volunteer in the community.

Kelley attended Valencia State College for 2 years and is now working as a Stylist assistant at Bernard Anthony Salon. She plans to attend Cosmetology school in the spring.

Kelley has participated in the Edison Festival of Light Parade and festivities since she was 3 years old. Being involved in these special events has been a very memorable and fun part of her life. She has had the privilege of serving as a trumpeteer, program hostess, and Fort Myers Women’s Community Club Holiday House Hostess. She is truly honored to participate on the Royal Court of Edisonia and feels very blessed to have grown up in such a wonderful community.

is the daughter of Mr. George T. (Ted) Mann, III and the late Janice Mann. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. George T. Mann, Jr. (Pat and Jena).

She is a graduate of Fort Myers High School where she was a member of the National Honor Society and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Shelby played varsity softball for 4 years.Shelby is a junior at Edison State College. She volunteered with the Seattle Diamonds baseball team

in the Roy Hobb’s Women’s World Series Baseball tournament. She also is the volunteer coach of the Fort Myers High School Softball team. She has been inducted into the Kappa Phi Theta Honors

Society and works with her family at George T. Mann General Contractors.

Shelby enjoys watching her brother and sister, TJ and Savannah, play baseball and softball and being surrounded by her family and friends.

Shelby has participated in the Edison Festival and Edison Pageant, serving on the Junior Court, at Grand Parade events, as a program hostess, and as a page. She says, “I feel very blessed for the opportunity to be a part of the Royal Court of Edisonia and enjoy and cherish the long lasting friendships that come from this experience.”

2013 Princesses of EdisoniaPrincess Katie Lee Clinger

is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Clinger of Fort Myers. Katie is a graduate of Bishop Verot High School where she graduated with honors and was selected from her senior class to receive the Mary Feeney Leadership Award, the highest leadership honor given to a senior. Katie

played varsity volleyball and softball, served as senior class Vice President, was an active

member of the National Honor Society, and w a s a member of the National Society of High School Scholars.

Currently, Katie is a junior at the University of Central Florida earning her degree in Biomedical Sciences and hoping to attend Medical School upon graduation. She is an active member of the Kappa Delta Sorority holding numerous chair positions. Katie is Vice-President of Community Involvement for the Panhellenic Council and a LEAD scholar. She is a member of the Senate Leadership Council, Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Society, Rho Lambda Honor Society, and Order of Omega Honor Society. She is also a member of the American Medical Student Association. Katie was a member of the UCF Women’s Varsity Volleyball team in 2011 and receive the Athletic Knight Award.

It has been an honor to be a part of the Edison Pageant of Light Royal Court. Katie has been involved in with the festivities surrounding the Pageant, building floats, being a member of the

junior court, and served as a hostess for the Court.

Princess Kelley Susanne Fugatt

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Princess Molly Nicole McDole

Princess Jessica Nicole Norris

Princess Rachel Elizabeth Morseis the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Morse (Laura). She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Rivers (Bill and Sylvia) and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Morse (Carol).

Rachel graduated from Fort Myers High School in the International Baccalaureate Program in 2010. She was Vice President of student government, a member o f National Honor Society, and yearbook. She was a cheerleader all 4 years and also participated in her church youth group traveling to Mexico, Belize and Chattanooga, TN for Mission trips during the summer.

Rachel attends the University of Florida and is a junior. She is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. She has participated in several philanthropic activities since joining last year. She is currently seeking a degree in Public Relations. She volunteers weekly at the Alachua County Humane Society.

During the summer Rachel worked at Banana Republic and the Omni Club. She is currently volunteering for an animal rescue shelter in Gainesville and is also a part of the Animal Student Alliance on campus. Her interests include the Gators, shopping, travel, and helping animals.

Rachel has participated in the Edison Pageant as a Program Hostess. She has also participated in both the Junior parade and the Edison Festival parade.

is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William McDole, (Nancy). She is a graduate of the Fort Myers High School International Baccalaureate program. While at Fort Myers High Molly was a member of the National Honor Society, Rho Kappa

Social Studies Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society, and

served as a chairperson in the Renaissance Academic Club. She also participated in Mock

Trial Competitions.

During her high school and college years she has volunteered many hours serving several charitable organizations including the St. Columbkille Youth Group, Catholic Heart Work Camp, and the Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club.

Molly is currently a sophomore at the University of Florida, majoring in Elementary Education. She enjoys Gator football, volunteering at elementary schools in Alachua County, traveling and spending time with her family and friends. She is also an active member of Alpha Phi Omega coed service fraternity. Molly spends her summers working at the South Fort Myers Target where she was hired as the youngest employee when the store opened in 2008.

She has participated in the Junior and Grand Parade of Light as part of the Edison festival, marching for various organizations. She has served as a Program Hostess for the Edison Pageant of Light.

is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Lee Norris (Debbie). She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Orthman (Dot) and Mrs. Iva Norris and the late Joe Norris.

Jessica graduated with an International Baccalaureate diploma from Fort Myers High School. Jessica was a member of National Honor Society, Rho Kappa, the National Art Honor Society, and was an AP Scholar. She was active in Student Government and was a cheerleader all four years, receiving the 110% award with a 5.35 GPA as a senior. She also won the Aspiring Authors award for fiction her senior year, and placed 3rd her junior year. Four of her

photographs were selected to hang in the IB headquarters in Maryland. A thrilling high school memory was cheering for Fort Myers High in the state basketball championship game. Outside of school, Jessica was active in the student

ministry of New Hope Presbyterian.

Jessica is a sophomore majoring in Advertising-Art Direction at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY where she has been on the Dean’s list each semester. She recently was selected for her internship at Lot 379, a gallery in the SoHo district of Manhattan. During school breaks, she is a server at Applebee’s

Jessica’s first involvement with the Edison Pageant was riding a wagon in the Children’s Parade at 9 months old. For many years, she rode on family or pageant floats in both parades. She was a princess on the Junior Court. Jessica served the Court as a page, medallion bearer, trumpeter, and program hostess. She says “The Edison Pageant has been a part of my life as long as I can remember. It is a great opportunity to be a part of a tradition, and be a princess!”

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is the daughter of Thomas and Kheri Schaar. She grew up in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida, on McGregor Boulevard near the Edison Home. Her family of five has been very involved in the community throughout the years and has raised

Piper attended Fort Myers High School with the exception of her senior year, where she attended the Collegiate High School at Florida Gulf Coast University. During her last two years of high school she actively participated in R e l a y for Life both in Fort Myers and on Sanibel. She also worked at My Island Tan and Spa during her senior year.

Piper in her third year at the University of Florida as a Sustainability and Political Science major. She is also a proud member of the Gamma Theta chapter of the Delta Gamma Sorority. After college she plans to attend law school and spend a year working with AmeriCorps.

Piper is thankful to be a part of the Edison Pageant of Light, saying “I am so honored to be a part of this historic Fort Myers tradition, Go Gators!”

Princess Piper Lauren Schaar

2013 Princesses of EdisoniaPrincess Emily Marija Parham

is the daughter of Mr. Rusty and Mrs. Jennifer Parham and granddaughter of Velma Parham.

Emily is a graduate of Fort Myers High School and attends Edison Community College as a sophomore

studying to decide her future options.

Emily is a member of First Presbyterian Church where she was involved in the youth group and was an attendee to Montreat Youth Conference in Black Hills, NC for several years. She was a volunteer for Vacation Bible School as well as Habitat for Humanity.

Born and raised in Fort Myers, Emily enjoys the beach, canoeing, and outdoor photography. Other pastimes include traveling and shopping. She is currently employed at The Sandy Parrot.

is the daughter of Ms. Karen Ryan and Mr. Keith Ryan. She attended South Fort Myers High School, graduating in 2010.

Taylor is attending Mercy College in New York In addition to attending college to pursue a journalism degree, she is a member of a dance company in New York and have choreographed numbers for local dancers competing in national competitions. She also enjoys traveling around the country working for several national dance conventions throughout the year.

Taylor has participated in the Edison Festival of Light events with her family since she was a little girl. Over the past few years she has had the privilege of being involved with the Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club at Holiday House. Through dance, Taylor has also volunteered for many agencies and events as a performer including the Alliance for the Arts, Arts for ACT, the Children’s Hospital, HOPE Hospice, Kiwanis, Bishop Verot, Saint Andrews School, LARC and the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. In addition, she has contributed time to many other community causes such as the Children’s Network, American Heart Association, United Way and Susan G. Komen Foundation.

PrincessTaylor Katherine Ryan

Princess Morgan Elizabeth Sonntag

is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Mark Sonntag (Kristi). She moved to Fort Myers at 6 months of age.

Morgan attended Bishop Verot High School and graduated in 2010. While at Bishop Verot, she was active in school

activities as well as the community, volunteering at the CCMI soup kitchen

and the Department of Children and Families. She was also a member of the BVHS

cheerleading squad, SGA and BASIC clubs, the track team for one year and was an aid for the freshman retreat in 2009 and a retreat leader for Live Jesus in 2010. Throughout high school she worked part time at a local hair and nail salon as a receptionist.

Currently, Morgan is attending University of Central Florida, double majoring in finance and marketing with a minor in international business. She was on the dean’s list for the fall and spring semester. Morgan is an active member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, serving as a ZTA program council member and is responsible for coordination of the service activities. She is also a member of the UCF student government and serves as the College of Business Senator.

In her spare time Morgan enjoys being with her friends, boating, traveling and shopping. She is most proud of my family and being from Fort Myers.

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P a r a d e P a r t yMake your reservations to join friends and family at the annual EPL Parade Picnic on Saturday,February 16, 2013. There will be parade route seating and a fabulous barbeque dinner catered by Bailey’s of Sanibel. The location will be on the corner of Edwards Drive and Dean Street. Dinner will be served under a tent and parade route seats will be set up along Edwards Drive. Dinner includes pulled pork sliders, chicken, baked beans, chips, cookies, tea, lemonade and water. The price for adults is $25.00 and $10.00 for children. Dinner is free for all of the court members on the royal parade float. The reservation deadline is February 10th. Please complete the flyer below and mail it to the McDoles or call them to reserve your tickets. Tickets will also be available for sale at the King and Queen’s Ball.

Edison Pageant of Light Annual Parade PicnicSaturday, February 16, 2013, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.on the corner of Edwards Dr. and Dean St. in the grass area in back of Harborside Event Center.

Adults = $25.00Children (5 – 12) = $10.00Price includes a chair on the parade route and BBQ dinner catered by Bailey’s of Sanibel

Please complete the order form below and mail it along with cash or check payable to the Edison Pageant of Light to:

Nancy and Bill McDole15013 Bonaire CircleFort Myers, FL 33908

or call Nancy at 433 - 2390 or Bill at 246 – 0060

Name (please print): __________________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone # __________________

Evening Phone #__________________

# Adult Tickets _______ X $25.00 = _____________

# Child Tickets _______ X $10.00 = _____________

Total = _____________

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Holiday House was spectacular once again thanks to the loving hands of the members of Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club. The annual event was open to the public from December 7 to 23rd, with

nearly 10,000 guests visiting the beautiful homes! “Christmas around the World” was the theme, with the Burroughs and Langford Kingston Homes festively adorned in traditional reds, greens, golds and silvers. Thanks to the countless FMWCC volunteers and family members that made Holiday House happen! A big thanks also to the 500 hosts and hostesses that greeted and welcomed visitors each and every night! Thanks to everyone that helped with take down of Holiday House, as well! It truly is our "gift to the community."

HOLIday HOUSe 2012

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FMWCC CALENDAR

White Tea Burroughs HomeThursday, March 14, 2013 2 p.m.

Fashion Show Saks 5th Avenue-Bell Tower ShopsThursday, April 11, 2013 6:30 p.m.

Installation of Officers/ Flower Show Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall

Thursday, May 9, 2013 6:30 p.m.

Check out our other events at www.fmwcc.com

LOG ON TO OUR WEBSITE:

www.fmwcc.comuser name: memberpassword: tradition

Be sure to check out FMWCC’sFacebook Page for photos of our events, announcements of upcoming meetings, and much more!

KinG & QueenS Ball Harborside event CenterSaturday, February 2, 2013 Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Ceremonies begin at 7:45 p.m. (Hors d’oeuvre Reception - 5:45 - 7 p.m.)

eDiSon’S BiRtHDay PaRty edison-Ford Winter estatesMonday, February 11, 2013 10 a.m.

CoRonation Ball Harborside event CenterFriday, February 15, 2013 Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Ceremonies begin at 7.:45 p.m.

PaRaDe PaRty PiCniC location tBa Saturday, February 16, 2013 6 to 10 p.m.

WANT TO ATTEND THE BALLS?

For more information, call the Pageant office at 239-334-2550. Email is edisonpageant@centurylink.net

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