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85th Annual Sanibel Shell Festival

March 3, 4 & 5 Sanibel Community House Open Daily 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Free Admission with a suggested $5.00 Donation Free Parking Shells – Shell Art – Jewelry Crafting Demonstrations Food & Beverage Read More »


Sanibel and Captiva Islands Association of Realtors Hosting Seminar Series

The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of Realtors is organizing a series of seminars for members of the community. The first seminar will be held on Tuesday, March 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Community House and will focus on flood insurance. Recent changes in the flood insurance industry have affected policy holders on Sanibel. Affiliate business partners... Read More »


Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club’s 39th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival

Saturday, February 19th 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday, February 20th 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM SANIBEL COMMUNITY HOUSE 2173 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL ISLAND, FL 33957 ​• 85+ TALENTED ARTISTS • ENORMOUS SILENT AUCTION • FUN! Assisting the Sanibel Captiva Rotary’s Service to Others For More Festival Details Visit www.sanibelartfair.com -Island Sun – February 18, 2022 – Vol. 29, No. 34 Read More »


VIP Realty Group announced its Top Producers for January 2022

Deb Smith had top sales.  Smith has a background in accounting and holds the Second Home and Resort Specialist, Sanibel Captiva Island Specialist, Accredited Buyer’s Representative, and Senior Real Estate Specialist certifications. Teresa Baker had top listings and was the top producer. Since becoming a realtor, she has furthered her education by obtaining her designation from the Graduate Realtor Institute... Read More »


Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society Bird Walk Schedule for the 2022 Season

The Sanibel-Captiva Audubon Society is offering bird walks this season. All walks begin at 8 a.m. The season schedule is:January 29, Bunche BeachFebruary 5, Pond Apple ParkFebruary 12, JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife RefugeFebruary 19, Pond Apple ParkFebruary 26, JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife RefugeMarch 5, Harn’s MarshMarch 12, JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife RefugeMarch 19, Bailey TractMarch 26, JN... Read More »


Sanibel Public Library Programs

Computer Coach service on Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 1 p.m. Bring in your device for technology assistance with Hoopla, Kanopy, Libby and other apps. These apps allow cardholders to download ebooks, magazines and audiobooks, or stream music and movies. For help, go to www.sanlib.org/techappointment or call 472-2483 to schedule an appointment. Carved wood sculptures made by Ed Sessa... Read More »


Sanibel & Captiva Island Association of Realtors Award Ceremony

We proudly announce that one of our outstanding realtors, Ted A. Benjamin Realtor, won Realtor of the Year at the annual Sanibel & Captiva Island Association of Realtors Award ceremony. Congratulations to Tish Molloy as well, for winning Administrative Assistant of the year! Such an honor to have such amazing, hardworking people at VIP Realty Group. Full list of awards... Read More »


Sanibel “Manatee Madness 2.0” meet “Hey Mrs. Postman” at VIP Realty Group

“Hey Mrs. Postman by artist Laura Ball –“Inspired by the post office and how mail keeps us all connected. How we can share our adventures, dreams, encouragement, fears, accomplishments, good wishes and love through sending postcards and letters to each other all over the world and what an incredible service that is!” – Laura Ball (artist) Manatee Madness 2.0 features... Read More »


VIP Realty Group announced its Top Producers for December 2021

Jayne Lumley had top sales. A top real estate agent in Sanibel, Florida, Jayne Lumley has achieved success through her consistent dedication to client specific needs. Jayne believes that today’s ever changing real estate market requires agents to commit themselves to being up to date with industry trends and staying ahead of market fluctuations in order to provide the best possible result... Read More »


Sanibel’s Tower Gallery Celebrating 40 Years of Fine Art

Tower Gallery is celebrating 40 years as Sanibel’s premier artist cooperative gallery. The community is invited to “Celebrate 40!” with the artists on Thursday, January 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be refreshments and music, and opportunities to meet and mingle with past and present artists. The celebration is the artists’ way of thanking its customers for their... Read More »