The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) invites everyone to participate in this international volunteer event to help get rid of litter, pollution, and debris on our coastlines and waterways. On Saturday, September 16th bring friends and families to SCCF, located at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road, between 9 a.m. and noon to check in and pick up your coastal cleanup gear. For more info on... Read More »
Galloway’s Seventh annual Captiva Triathlon takes place at South Seas Island Resort September 9th-10th. The adult triathlon will be on Sunday morning and the participants will be completing a quarter mile swim, a 10-mile bike ride, and a 5k run. During this race, they will be closing Captiva Drive from 6:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. There will also be a kid... Read More »
Clinic for the Rehabilitation of wildlife (CROW) is a teaching hospital and educational center dedicated to preserving wildlife through state-of-the-art veterinary care, education, research, and conservation medicine. CROW offers many special interactive learning events, and daily visual presentations. Check out www.crowclinic.org to check out more info on their admission and event schedule! Read More »
As the month of August approaches, you can practically hear the school bells chime as the first day back to school approaches. Now on August 4th-6th you can spend time with the kids, help them get ready for school, and also save you money along the way at Sanibel Outlets Back to School Summer Sale. Not only is this an outlet... Read More »
Summertime is the perfect time for children and teens to learn how to cook delicious and nutritious foods. Sanibel’s Community House is offering a five-day culinary program for kids ages 10 to 15 years that teaches them about flavor and food combinations, allowing them to expand their appreciation of taste. The hands-on classes are taught by Community House’s resident expert,... Read More »
Happy Independence Day from all of us at VIP Realty! There are plenty of fun, family-friendly activities on Sanibel offered in celebration of Independence Day: SATURDAY, JULY 1 HOLIDAY HOG ROAST 5 – 8 p.m. The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel $10 per adult, $5 per child www.sanibelcommunityhouse.net for more info TUESDAY, JULY 4 FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST 7 –... Read More »
From now through August 5, the JN ‘Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island offers the following free educational tours and programs for the summer season. They are suitable for visitors of all ages. Please note that some activities require parking or Wildlife Drive admission fees. For more information, go to https://www.dingdarlingsociety.org/articles/free-refuge-programs. WEDNESDAY 10 – 10:45 AM READING IN... Read More »
As residents of Southwest Florida, we love our beautiful beaches and are proud to share them with visitors from around the world. Known to have some of the best shelling beaches in the world, we are committed to keeping our Gulf coast waters and beaches clean and healthy. On Wednesday, June 8 from 7 to 9 a.m., the Bailey-Matthews National Shell... Read More »
One of the most spectacular places on Sanibel Island is the J.N. “Ding” Darling Wildlife Refuge. Its summer programs – offered this year from June 7 through August 5 – includes weekly guided walks, Wildlife Wonders talks and nature crafts. WEDNESDAY: Reading in the Refuge 10 – 10:45 a.m. Visitor & Education Center classroom Wildlife-related reading and craft session THURSDAY:... Read More »
On Wednesday, May 17, one of the most popular celebrations for Sanibel residents returns: Sam Bailey’s Islands Night at Hammons Stadium. The family-fun event begins with a parade followed by a baseball game hosted by hometown team, the Fort Myers Miracle. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the parade begins at 5:50 p.m. The Miracle team takes the field at... Read More »