BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Santiva Chronicle - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Santiva Chronicle X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://santivachronicle.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santiva Chronicle REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T190000 DTSTAMP:20261028T185731Z CREATED:20261028T185731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T185731Z UID:10005926-1795539600-1795546800@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:FISH Community Thanksgiving Dinner DESCRIPTION:Jerry’s Foods\, a longtime FISH partner\, will prepare the complimentary Thanksgiving meal. Volunteers will help with everything from preparing for the event to serving meals and welcoming neighbors. Additional community partners may join the celebration and will be recognized through FISH’s social media channels as details are confirmed. \nReservations are encouraged to help FISH plan for food and seating. Click here to sign up. \n  \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/fish-community-thanksgiving-dinner/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/FISH-CommThanks-10.28.26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T160000 DTSTAMP:20261021T174640Z CREATED:20261021T174640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T174640Z UID:10005918-1794909600-1794931200@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:CIHS Cruise to Boca Grande DESCRIPTION:The Captiva Island Historical Society is launching its first event of the 2026-27 season. In collaboration with the Boca Grande Historical Society\, CIHS is offering a cruise to Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island aboard Captiva Cruises. \nDuring the ride to Boca Grande\, Bob Rando and Richard Finkle of Captiva Cruises\, who are also new CIHS board members\, will share stories about Pine Island Sound. Attendees will hear tales of Spanish explorers\, the area’s famous tarpon fishing\, the legacy of Cubans and Native Americans\, and more. \nUpon arrival in Boca Grande\, a history tour will include the Crowninshield Community House\, home of the Boca Grande Historical Society; Boca Grande’s Johann Fust community library and gardens\, considered architectural gems; and the downtown area. A walkthrough of the legendary Gasparilla Inn will also be offered. \nThe Crowninshield Community House will serve a catered buffet lunch. The event costs $95\, which includes lunch. Attendees should wear comfortable walking shoes\, although golf cart transportation will also be available. Reservations are required through Eventbrite\, and spots are limited. The boat departs promptly at 10 a.m. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/cihs-cruise-to-boca-grande/ LOCATION:Captiva Cruises\, 11401 Andy Rosse Lane\, Captiva\, FL\, 33924\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/CIHS-boca-trip-10.21.26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T130000 DTSTAMP:20261021T185008Z CREATED:20261021T185008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T185008Z UID:10005924-1794479400-1794488400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:'Tell Your Holiday Story' Workshop DESCRIPTION:FISH of SanCap invites the community to bring those memories to “Tell Your Holiday Story\,” a relaxed\, interactive storytelling workshop on Thursday\, Nov. 12\, from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church\, 2304 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel. Light refreshments and coffee will be provided. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP here. \nThe gathering will give participants a chance to reflect on the people\, places\, traditions\, and moments that have shaped their holidays over the years. The workshop is open to adults of all ages\, and participants are welcome to come on their own or with a friend or family member. \nThe workshop is part of FISH’s Island-Based Education programming\, which offers residents\, island workforce members\, and others in the community opportunities throughout the year to learn\, participate\, and connect. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/tell-your-holiday-story-workshop/ LOCATION:St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church\, 2304 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/FISH-LOGO-no-tag.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T140000 DTSTAMP:20261021T180423Z CREATED:20261021T180423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T180423Z UID:10005921-1794477600-1794492000@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:'Bloom' Exhibit Opens DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation and Sanibel-Captiva Art League will host “Bloom\,” an art exhibition celebrating Southwest Florida’s natural environment\, from November 12 to December 10\, 2026\, at the Historic Bailey Homestead Preserve in Sanibel. The exhibit will showcase new artwork inspired by local plants and wildlife\, supporting SCCF’s conservation mission. It is open Tuesday through Friday\, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm\, with free admission and parking. Artwork will be available for purchase\, with proceeds benefiting SCCF educational programs. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/bloom-exhibit-opens/ LOCATION:Bailey Homestead Preserve\, 1300 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/art-league-bloom-10.21.26.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T170000 DTSTAMP:20261021T181608Z CREATED:20261021T181608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T181608Z UID:10005922-1794470400-1794502800@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Fort Myers Philharmonic: The Soldier's Tale DESCRIPTION:The Fort Myers Philharmonic explores that timeless question this November with The Soldier’s Tale\, an imaginative production combining live chamber music\, theater\, dance and storytelling. Written by Igor Stravinsky\, The Soldier’s Tale follows a soldier who makes a fateful bargain with the Devil\, trading his violin for the promise of wealth. What follows is a story of temptation\, ambition\, and consequence brought to life through Stravinsky’s inventive score\, theatrical storytelling\, and dance. Maestro Paul Nadler\, Music Director and Conductor of the Fort Myers Philharmonic\, leads the ensemble\, bringing his extensive orchestral and operatic experience to Stravinsky’s vivid and rhythmically charged score. \nRather than presenting the production in a single concert hall\, the Fort Myers Philharmonic is taking The Soldier’s Tale directly into communities throughout Southwest Florida\, making the production accessible to audiences from Punta Gorda and Bonita Springs to Sanibel\, Cape Coral and Fort Myers. \nIn recognition of Veterans Day\, 20% of net proceeds from the November 9 performance at the Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda will be donated to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Tickets start at $48 per person. For tickets\, performance details and information about the Fort Myers Philharmonic’s inaugural season\, visit fmphil.org. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/fort-myers-philharmonic-the-soldiers-tale/ LOCATION:Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ\, 2050 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000 DTSTAMP:20261021T184323Z CREATED:20261021T184323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T184323Z UID:10005923-1794308400-1794315600@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Friendly Faces Luncheon: Medicare Open Enrollment DESCRIPTION:Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is underway\, and the November FISH Friendly Faces luncheon will help participants learn more about their options and upcoming changes in 2027. \nCamilita Aldridge\, SHINE Program Manager at the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida\, will lead the presentation on Tuesday\, Nov. 10\, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Sanibel Community Church\, 1740 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel. \nAldridge will discuss Medicare options\, ways beneficiaries may save on Part D prescription drug costs\, and important changes taking effect in 2027. This timing gives participants a chance to ask questions and gather information before Medicare Open Enrollment ends Dec. 7. \nThe presentation is provided through SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)\, a free\, unbiased Medicare counseling and education program. SHINE counselors help Medicare beneficiaries\, their families\, and caregivers understand coverage and make informed decisions. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/friendly-faces-luncheon-medicare-open-enrollment/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community Church\, 1740 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/FISH-LOGO-no-tag.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T170000 DTSTAMP:20261021T200126Z CREATED:20261021T200126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T200126Z UID:10005925-1793692800-1793725200@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:SCAL Season Opening Exhibit DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel-Captiva Art League\, in collaboration with the Sanibel Public Library\, presents the first exhibition of the 2026-2027 season\, featuring work by local artists at the library\, 770 Dunlop Road\, Sanibel. The exhibition will be on display throughout the library’s upper level and available for public viewing during regular hours from Tuesday\, November 3\, 2026\, through Monday\, January 11\, 2027. Visitors can purchase all exhibited works directly from the artists\, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library’s educational programming. SCAL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to advancing public interest in and appreciation of the visual arts. SCAL is also a proud member of the Art Council of Southwest Florida. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/scal-season-opening-exhibit/ LOCATION:Sanibel Public Library\, 770 Dunlop Rd\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T233000 DTSTAMP:20261021T175818Z CREATED:20261021T175818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T175818Z UID:10005920-1792861200-1792884600@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Swashbuckler's Ball Sunset Voyage DESCRIPTION:Captiva Cruises is once again teaming up with The Island Club at North Captiva to offer a one-of-a-kind sunset cruise experience to the Swashbuckler’s Ball\, a pirate-themed celebration. Guests are invited to don their best pirate attire and enjoy a night packed with live music\, a Caribbean buffet\, a costume contest\, specialty drink offerings and pirate-themed entertainment. \nFor Captiva Cruises’ sunset cruise to the ball\, guests will board Captiva Cruises’ Santiva\, a 45’ motorized catamaran\, at McCarthy’s Marina and depart at 6 p.m. for a scenic journey to North Captiva. \nThe cruise package\, which is bested suited for adults\, includes a sunset cruise with beautiful views from Captiva Pass\, transportation to and from The Island Club at North Captiva\, and two hours of access to The Island Club’s Swashbuckler’s Ball\, where guests will have access to all of the food\, drinks\, entertainment and fun available to general-admission ticketholders. \nTickets for the cruise and two-hour event experience are $100. Space is limited to 49 guests\, so early booking is encouraged. For those who want to enjoy the full event from 5 p.m. to midnight\, tickets are available from The Island Club at North Captiva. \nThe ball is the latest incarnation of a celebration that commemorates when North Captiva split from Captiva in October 1921 when a hurricane created Redfish Pass\, separating the landmass. Previously connected\, the powerful storm surge carved a channel\, dividing the island into the separate islands of Captiva and North Captiva. \nPurchase cruise tickets here from Captiva Cruises \nPurchase tickets for the full event from The Island Club at North Captiva here (cruise not included) \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/swashbucklers-ball-sunset-voyage/ LOCATION:Florida CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Sunset-Cruise-with-Captiva-Cruises-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T160000 DTSTAMP:20261021T175118Z CREATED:20261021T175118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T175118Z UID:10005919-1792749600-1792771200@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:CROW-O-WEEN DESCRIPTION:Children and families are invited to enjoy trick-or-treating\, a creature-themed scavenger hunt\, Halloween crossword puzzles\, wildlife matching games and more\, with opportunities to win fun prizes. Costumes are encouraged! At 2:30 p.m.\, visitors can meet Wallace\, one of CROW’s Eastern Screech Owl Animal Ambassadors. A kid-friendly “Spooky (Not Spooky) Wildlife” presentation will be from 3 to 3:30 p.m. \n(Photo captions: Wallace\, one of CROW’s Eastern Screech Owl Ambassadors\, next to a pumpkin carved by Dr. Jessica Comolli\, CROW Research & Medical Director.) \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/crow-o-ween/ LOCATION:Clinic for the Rehabilitatio of Wildlife\, 3883 Sanibel Captiva Rd\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/crow-o-ween-10.21.26-Wallace.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T110000 DTSTAMP:20261021T173725Z CREATED:20261021T173725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T173725Z UID:10005917-1792746000-1792753200@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Coffee With A Cop DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Sanibel Police Department for Coffee with a Cop from 9 to 11 a.m. at The Sanibel Sprout! Stop by\, have a cup on us\, ask questions\, share what’s on your mind\, and get to know the officers who serve our community in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Coffee with a Cop is part of Florida City Week. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/coffee-with-a-cop/ LOCATION:Sanibel Sprout\, 2407 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:City Announcements ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/city-seal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260124T215651Z CREATED:20260124T215651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T215651Z UID:10004912-1772874000-1772899200@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Sanibel Shell Show DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Sanibel Shell Show\, to be held March 5th\, 6th\, and 7th\, will feature shells from around the world displayed in amazing artistic and scientific exhibits\, in exquisite works of art\, and for sale from world-class shell vendors. The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club is excited to be returning to the Sanibel Community House on Sanibel Island in March to reunite with the 89th annual Shell Festival. Hosted jointly by the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club and the Sanibel Community Association\, this shell event will enable shell lovers to experience more shell items than ever before! \nThe Sanibel Community House at 2173 Periwinkle Way will provide a comfortable\, on-island venue for shell lovers\, with an outdoor dining area and family-friendly activities\, including a Living Shell Exhibit to educate and entertain youngsters about the wonders of conchology/seashells. \nProceeds from the 2026 Show will support both The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club’s annual Grants Program\, as well as Community House programs and its operating budget. For more information about the annual show or to join the club\, please visit the Sanibel Shell Club’s website at http://sanibelshellclub.com. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/sanibel-shell-show/2026-03-07/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/3-Sanibel-Shells.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260124T215651Z CREATED:20260124T215651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T215651Z UID:10004911-1772787600-1772816400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Sanibel Shell Show DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Sanibel Shell Show\, to be held March 5th\, 6th\, and 7th\, will feature shells from around the world displayed in amazing artistic and scientific exhibits\, in exquisite works of art\, and for sale from world-class shell vendors. The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club is excited to be returning to the Sanibel Community House on Sanibel Island in March to reunite with the 89th annual Shell Festival. Hosted jointly by the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club and the Sanibel Community Association\, this shell event will enable shell lovers to experience more shell items than ever before! \nThe Sanibel Community House at 2173 Periwinkle Way will provide a comfortable\, on-island venue for shell lovers\, with an outdoor dining area and family-friendly activities\, including a Living Shell Exhibit to educate and entertain youngsters about the wonders of conchology/seashells. \nProceeds from the 2026 Show will support both The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club’s annual Grants Program\, as well as Community House programs and its operating budget. For more information about the annual show or to join the club\, please visit the Sanibel Shell Club’s website at http://sanibelshellclub.com. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/sanibel-shell-show/2026-03-06/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/3-Sanibel-Shells.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260124T215651Z CREATED:20260124T215651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T215651Z UID:10004910-1772701200-1772730000@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Sanibel Shell Show DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Sanibel Shell Show\, to be held March 5th\, 6th\, and 7th\, will feature shells from around the world displayed in amazing artistic and scientific exhibits\, in exquisite works of art\, and for sale from world-class shell vendors. The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club is excited to be returning to the Sanibel Community House on Sanibel Island in March to reunite with the 89th annual Shell Festival. Hosted jointly by the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club and the Sanibel Community Association\, this shell event will enable shell lovers to experience more shell items than ever before! \nThe Sanibel Community House at 2173 Periwinkle Way will provide a comfortable\, on-island venue for shell lovers\, with an outdoor dining area and family-friendly activities\, including a Living Shell Exhibit to educate and entertain youngsters about the wonders of conchology/seashells. \nProceeds from the 2026 Show will support both The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club’s annual Grants Program\, as well as Community House programs and its operating budget. For more information about the annual show or to join the club\, please visit the Sanibel Shell Club’s website at http://sanibelshellclub.com. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/sanibel-shell-show/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/3-Sanibel-Shells.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260128T182232Z CREATED:20260128T182017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T182232Z UID:10004913-1771750800-1771768800@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:February Arts & Crafts Fair DESCRIPTION:Sanibel’s Community House is hosting an Arts & Crafts Fair featuring a delightful variety of original art and handmade items\, including: paintings and prints in a variety of sizes and media\, pottery\, greeting cards\, shell crafts\, jewelry\, hand-sewn decorations & pillows\, handcrafted baskets\, purses\, glass and resin artwork\, wildlife photography\, Sanibel decor and gifts\, and delicious baked goods. \nThis month\, there will be more than 30 artists situated indoors. The Community House’s Shell Crafters will also be offering shell bouquets and other beautiful shell creations. \nFree admission and parking. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/february-arts-crafts-fair/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SCA-Feb-AC-Fair-crop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000 DTSTAMP:20260124T203523Z CREATED:20260124T203523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T203523Z UID:10004907-1771520400-1771527600@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Progressive Club: U.S. House Candidate Sapp DESCRIPTION:Progressives of the Islands are hosting a talk with Howard Sapp\, a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Florida’s 19th Congressional District\, serving Southwest Florida\, on Thursday\, Feb. 19\, from 5 to 7 pm at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church on Sanibel. Sapp is a community leader\, a retired federal air traffic controller\, an educator\, a minister\, and a devoted family man. \nRaised in Fort Myers with deep local roots\, he has dedicated his life to service\, both in his community and in his career choices. After retiring from the FAA after more than 30 years protecting travelers and ensuring public safety\, Sapp has continued to serve his community as a non-profit leader and in ministry as a licensed Reverend. \nAccording to Sapp\, he is running for Congress to be the servant leader Southwest Florida deserves and is championing affordable housing\, quality education\, healthcare access\, environmental protection\, and economic opportunity for every family. \nIf elected\, Sapp wants to help build a Florida where all families thrive while bringing honest\, compassionate leadership to Washington\, D.C. Sapp will speak to POI members and guests at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church\, 2304 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel. \nIf interested in attending\, RSVP via email to: prosancapislands@gmail.com. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/progressive-club-u-s-house-candidate-sapp/ LOCATION:Saint Michael & All Angels Church\, 2304 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Politics ORGANIZER;CN="Progressive Club of the Islands":MAILTO:pcisancap@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000 DTSTAMP:20260114T211356Z CREATED:20260114T211356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T211356Z UID:10004904-1771520400-1771527600@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Violins on the Veranda DESCRIPTION:Violins on the Veranda\, an evening of music and hors d’ouevers in support of the Sanibel Music Festival\, will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday\, Feb. 19\, on the veranda at the Florida Trust Wealth Management\, 2054 Periwinkle Way. \nSMF’s “Painting of the Year\,” a colorful roseate spoonbill by Carol Good\, featured on the festival’s promotional material\, is the highlight of the evening’s auction. Tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased online here or by calling 239-344-7025 to RSVP for tickets at the door. \nFlorida Trust Wealth Management has generously underwritten a portion of Violins on the Veranda. \nSMF opens its season on Tuesday\, March 3\, with the Cliburn International Piano Competition winner Aristo Sham performing at 7:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Congregational Church. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/violins-on-the-veranda/ LOCATION:Florida Trust Wealth Magement\, 2054 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/smf-violins-veranda-1.14.25.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T160000 DTSTAMP:20260128T183520Z CREATED:20260128T183105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T183520Z UID:10004915-1771146000-1771171200@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Rotary Arts & Crafts Fair DESCRIPTION:The juried festival offers more than 85 artists and crafters\, exhibitors\, cultural jewelers\, and activities relating to health\, life enrichment\, and disaster relief education\, along with a Silent Auction and Sale with over 200 items to bid on. Held at The Community House and Sanibel Community Playground. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/rotary-arts-crafts-fair-4/2026-02-15/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Rotary-Festival-pre.-11.26.25.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260128T183520Z CREATED:20260128T183105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T183520Z UID:10004914-1771063200-1771088400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Rotary Arts & Crafts Fair DESCRIPTION:The juried festival offers more than 85 artists and crafters\, exhibitors\, cultural jewelers\, and activities relating to health\, life enrichment\, and disaster relief education\, along with a Silent Auction and Sale with over 200 items to bid on. Held at The Community House and Sanibel Community Playground. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/rotary-arts-crafts-fair-4/2026-02-14/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Rotary-Festival-pre.-11.26.25.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260121T182740Z CREATED:20260121T182430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T182740Z UID:10004906-1770829200-1770836400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Audubon Lecture: Two Useful Apps DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society is excited to announce the start of their mini lecture series this season at 5:30 p.m. on February 11 at the Community House. The first presenter is Alli Smith\, a project coordinator with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Smith will present on the useful apps eBird and Merlin Bird ID. Smith will elaborate on how to contribute to these apps\, how they work behind the scenes\, and how data from these apps are used by scientists for bird conservation. \nSmith’s love of birds was sparked on a middle-school field trip to Cape May to see the annual spring spawning of horseshoe crabs and the shorebirds that depend on them. She attended the Young Birders Event at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in 2011 and learned about careers in bird conservation\, and later earned a B.S. in Wildlife Science from the State University of New York\, College of Environmental Science and Forestry. \nSince graduating\, Smith has worked in Southwest Florida with shorebirds\, burrowing owls\, and community science. She strongly believes in the power of birds to connect people to one another and to conservation. Smith has found the most impactful experiences to be working with participatory scientists\, volunteers\, and birders\, which is what has led her to her current role with Merlin and eBird. \nBirding and participatory science have a significant positive impact on conservation and our understanding of birds\, and eBird and Merlin are fantastic ways for birders of all levels to connect with the birds around them. \nSmith connects people to the Cornell Lab’s Merlin Bird ID and eBird through talks\, webinars\, and other outreach activities\, while assisting eBird and Merlin users by managing the help desk. Smith loves supporting both new and experienced birders\, and these apps are amazing tools that can help anybody learn! \nSan-Cap Audubon Society board members are excited to host Smith and explore an app many birders use daily. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on San-Cap Audubon’s website. If tickets are not purchased in advance\, they will cost $10 at the door. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/audubon-lecture-two-useful-apps/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AlliSmith-audubon-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260124T214931Z CREATED:20260124T214931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T214931Z UID:10004909-1770462000-1770465600@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Author Michelle D. Gladieux DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel Public Library District and the Charitable Foundation of the Islands have partnered to offer a free lifelong learning opportunity for the Sanibel and Captiva community: Chat with an Author: Michelle D. Gladieux. Registration is required and available at sanlib.org/calendar. \nLed by communication expert and author Michelle D. Gladieux\, the interactive session will focus on helping participants become braver\, more effective communicators. Drawing from her book\, Communicate with Courage\, Gladieux will share practical strategies to overcome four hidden challenges that often hinder everyday communication and workplace interactions. \nAs part of the event\, copies of Communicate with Courage will be gifted to the first 50 registered attendees. This program is free and open to the public and is part of an ongoing collaboration between the Sanibel Public Library District and the Charitable Foundation of the Islands to provide meaningful educational opportunities that enrich the Island community. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/author-michelle-d-gladieux/ LOCATION:Sanibel Public Library\, 770 Dunlop Rd\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Sanibel Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gladieux-headshot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T131500 DTSTAMP:20260124T211504Z CREATED:20260124T211032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T211504Z UID:10004908-1769513400-1769519700@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Leading With Care: Women\, Community\, and the Power of Showing Up DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel Captiva Business Women’s Association announces its 2026 Program Series\, featuring a dynamic slate of speakers whose careers span business leadership\, journalism\, marketing\, and community service. The winter and spring lineup offers practical insight\, inspiration\, and candid conversation designed to empower women professionally while strengthening the local business community. \nLeading With Care: Women\, Community\, and the Power of Showing Up \nLauren McCraney\, Director of the Captiva Civic Association\, will share her inspiring journey through community leadership\, women’s advocacy\, and disaster relief. Through vivid stories and video clips\, she will connect her work on Captiva with her efforts supporting women’s cooperatives in Guatemala and providing hurricane relief with World Central Kitchen—highlighting how purpose-driven leadership and compassion create lasting impact. \nSeating is limited\, and early reservations are encouraged. Price is $35 and includes lunch and networking. To register for this program\, visit https://bit.ly/SCBWAJAN. \nSponsored by: ZONTA Club of Sanibel-Captiva \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/scbwa-program-leading-with-care/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/scbwa-Lauren-McCraney.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260114T212443Z CREATED:20260114T212443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T212443Z UID:10004905-1768995000-1769000400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:LWV of Sanibel Luncheon: Immigration Realities DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of Sanibel will host a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday\, Jan. 21\, at the Sundial Resort\, 1451 Middle Gulf Dr. The realities of immigration and immigrants in the United States under the current administration will be discussed. \nThe discussion will focus on the policy and impacts being seen in Florida\, and what legal avenues of immigration to the country are still open\, and how these changes can impact our state economy and trends looking forward. \nLWV of Sanibel welcomes back Indera DeMine\, Esq. of DeMine Immigration Law Firm. She is widely respected for her expertise in investor visas\, intracompany transfers\, visas for Canadian professionals\, employment-based immigrant petitions\, family immigration\, waivers\, and humanitarian forms of relief. \nIn addition to her business and employment-based practices\, her firm provides comprehensive removal defense representation\, advocating for clients in Immigration Court proceedings and before the Board of Immigration Appeals. \nHer mission is to educate\, empower\, and advocate for immigrant families\, local businesses\, and the broader community through accurate information and dedicated legal representation. \nThe program costs $35 per person and includes lunch. This year\, to honor our young working fellow Sanibelians\, we are happy to offer lunch for $10 a person for those under 40. \nPayment by cash or check can be made at the door. Seats are limited to the first 100 to register. Registration must be completed by January 16. To register\, click here or email lwvsanibel@gmail.com. \nFor more information\, contact Cathie Kozik\, President\, Sanibel League of Women Voters\, at cekozik@gmail.com or 224-659-2239. \nThe League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization that has fought since 1920 to improve our systems of government and to influence public policy through citizen education and advocacy. The League’s enduring vitality and resonance come from its unique decentralized structure. The League is a grassroots organization working at the national\, state\, and local levels. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/lwv-of-sanibel-luncheon-immigration-realities/ LOCATION:Sundial Beach Resort & Spa\, 1451 Middle Gulf Dr\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Politics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/lwv-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260107T214115Z CREATED:20260107T214038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T214115Z UID:10004903-1768752000-1768762800@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Property Tax Debate: Pros and Cons DESCRIPTION:Vice Mayor Holly Smith\nOn Sunday\, January 18\, the Committee of the Islands (COTI) will host a presentation by Holly Smith\, President of the Florida League of Cities and Vice Mayor of the City of Sanibel\, examining efforts by the Governor and the State Legislature to reduce or eliminate local property taxes. \nThe COTI Conversation will be at 4:00 pm at the Sanibel Community House\, 2176 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel. \nAlthough the event is free\, both COTI members and nonmembers are welcome to attend; registration is required. To register for the event\, visit https://bit.ly/492Tjac. \nThe program will examine the benefits and drawbacks of current proposals\, exploring whether or not they will really reduce the tax burden for Floridians and whether proposed changes will help or hurt local communities. \nIt is critical that every property owner fully understands the risks and advantages of this proposal. Property taxes fund key local services—law enforcement\, waste collection\, road repair\, emergency response\, recreation\, and more. Unlike other types of revenue\, property tax revenue stays in the community where it is raised. Under the current system\, residents have a strong voice in how dollars are spent. Shifting to a system where funding is controlled by the State risks undermining home rule and invites decisions that could underfund local key services and fail to respond to local priorities. \nIs this proposed change much-needed relief for the taxpayer or a “wolf in sheep’s clothing” designed to consolidate power at the state level away from local communities? Come and learn more to form your own opinion! For more information\, email coti33957@gmail.com or visit http://www.coti.org. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/43584/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Public Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Committee of the Islands":MAILTO:coti33957@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T140000 DTSTAMP:20260107T210849Z CREATED:20260107T210553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T210849Z UID:10004902-1768122000-1768140000@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Arts & Crafts Fair DESCRIPTION:Displayed for sale will be a delightful variety of original art and handmade items\, including paintings and art prints\, ceramics\, glasswork\, greeting cards\, shell crafts\, jewelry\, hand-sewn accessories\, photography\, Sanibel decor and gifts\, and baked goods. Over 30 local artists will be situated indoors at the Community House. The Community House’s Shell Crafters will also be offering shell bouquets and other beautiful shell creations. \nFree admission and parking. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/arts-crafts-fair-6/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/calendar-feature-artscrafts-1.7.26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T140000 DTSTAMP:20250319T135730Z CREATED:20250319T135730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T135730Z UID:10004900-1744027200-1744034400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:'From Laughter to Legacy - Captiva's Jensen Family' DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village will present “Getting to Know Our Captiva Neighbors from Laughter to Legacy – Captiva’s Jensen Family” with Captiva Island Historical Society President Tom LIbonate and Captain Brian Hollaway as special guests who will introduce the heartwarming story of the beloved family and how they shaped the island community with their love and infectious laughter. \nThe program will include a screening of Laughter to Legacy – Captiva’s Jensen Family. In this film\, award-winning documentarian\, Ken Sneeden\, tells how Red Jensen\, an aluminum siding salesman and entrepreneur\, along with his wife Betty and their four children\, moved from Michigan to Captiva. In 1977\, they bought Twin Palms\, a marina\, and a collection of 1940s cottages. Toiling seven days a week the whole family worked together to develop Twin Palms Resort\, a beloved Captiva institution. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/from-laughter-to-legacy-captivas-jensen-family/ LOCATION:Sanibel Historical Museum & Village\, 950 Dunlop Road\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/historical-museum-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T180000 DTSTAMP:20250319T133920Z CREATED:20250319T133627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T133920Z UID:10004897-1743951600-1743962400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Yacht Rock Party DESCRIPTION:Community Housing and Resources is hosting a yacht rock party to celebrate the resilient spirit of Sanibel and Captiva\, and the complete restoration of Captiva Cruises’ 65-foot flagship Lady Chadwick\, which was heavily damaged by Hurricane Ian in September 2022. The Pontunes will perform pop tunes from the 1970s and 1980s. Food and beer trucks will be onsite with a variety of fare. Space is limited to 100 people and the cost is $100 per person. Register below or here. Attendees should bring lawn chairs. \nProceeds will support CHR’s housing programs. Captiva Cruises and Bailey’s General Store are sponsors. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/yacht-rock-party/ LOCATION:McCarthy’s Marina\, 11401 Andy Rosse Lane\, Captiva\, 33924\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/PonTunesAD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T183000 DTSTAMP:20250319T143326Z CREATED:20250319T143326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T143326Z UID:10004901-1743264000-1743273000@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Any Mauck Performance at American Legion DESCRIPTION:Andy Mauck has been the lead singer and rhythm guitar player for The Lightfoot Band since January 2024. They are the original band of the late\, great Gordon Lightfoot\, and they are committed to keeping his iconic and timeless songs alive onstage. \nA rarity in the music biz\, Lightfoot toured the world and recorded with these same musicians for most of his six decade career. For the most part\, these are the same guys who created “The Lightfoot Sound.” That’s why Lightfoot’s concerts were known for their precise arrangements\, true to the original records\, and why The Lightfoot Band can continue to present the Songs of Gordon Lightfoot as they were originally written and recorded. \nAndy has been a close personal friend of Gordon and the band for nearly 50 years and therefore knows the material well\, so it was only natural that when they decided to continue performing the music live\, they called him. The Lightfoot Band performed 26 concerts in 2024 and is looking forward to many more in 2025. \nIn his solo shows\, Andy plays songs from a variety of artists\, including John Prine\, Kenny Chesney\, Jimmy Buffett\, Kenny Rogers\, Kris Kristofferson\, and more. Of course\, you’ll also hear the Lightfoot songs\, from the hits to the lesser-known gems\, along with stories about Lightfoot’s life and times and how the songs were written and recorded. \nHe will perform at the Tiki Hut of the American Legion Post 123 on Sanibel. Donations will be accepted for the Legion’s restoration efforts after Hurricanes Ian\, Helen and Milton caused damage to the building. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/any-mauck-performance-at-american-legion/ LOCATION:America Legion Post 123\, 4249 Sanibel Captiva Rd\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T180000 DTSTAMP:20250319T134409Z CREATED:20250319T134409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T134409Z UID:10004898-1742742000-1742752800@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:When the Soul Sings The Spirit Soars DESCRIPTION:The Interfaith Outreach of SanCap invites the community to its 2025 Shared Scholar Program\, a free musical lecture “When The Soul Sings\, The Spirit Soars” by Florida Gulf Coast University Music Department Leader Dr. Thomas Cimarusti. A catered reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres\, beverages and desserts will be held in the SCUCC’s Fellowship Hall following Dr. Cimarusti’s musical lecture. \nDr. Cimarusti is a Professor of Music History and Music Degree Program Leader at Florida Gulf Coast University\, with a vast array of musical research interests. He has presented his research at conferences in Europe\, Asia\, and across the U.S. Dr. Cimarusti is also an avid accordion player and has performed with the Tallahassee Symphony\, the Naples Philharmonic\, and for university events. In 2018 he founded the Center for Public Musicology (CPM)\, an institution that promotes community engagement through private and public lectures\, opera excursions\, and ensemble instruction. \n“At this special musical lecture\, Dr. Cimarusti will focus on the Judaic origins of Christian worship music\,” said Dr. Sheila Sklar\, the chairperson of this year’s Shared Scholar Program. Dr. Sklar said she expects “all who attend will come away with a genuine feeling that when the soul sings\, the spirit truly soars!” \nThis event is made possible by the Leo Rosner Foundation and by an interfaith coalition of congregations on Sanibel and Captiva\, including Bat Yam Temple of the Islands\, Captiva Chapel by the Sea\, Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church\, and Sanibel Congregational UCC. The event will also benefit F.I.S.H.\, which asks that attendees please bring canned good or non-perishable items for donation\, and which will be holding a 50/50 Raffle for all attendees. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/when-the-soul-sings-the-spirit-soars/ LOCATION:Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ\, 2050 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, FL\, 33957\, United States CATEGORIES:Religion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T193000 DTSTAMP:20250319T134945Z CREATED:20250319T134945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T134945Z UID:10004899-1742405400-1742412600@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Audubon: Kites and Kestrels DESCRIPTION:The Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society is excited to announce their third\, and last\, lecture of the year: The conservation biology of two famously Floridian raptors: Swallow-tailed Kites and Southeastern American Kestrels from Dr. Ken Meyer of the Avian Research Conservation Institute. Dr. Meyer will provide history and updates for the long-term studies by Avian Research and Conservation Institute (ARCI) on two raptor species that share a common dependance on Florida’s distinctive native plant and animal biodiversity: the Swallow-tailed Kite\, a long-distance neotropical migrant; and the Southeastern American Kestrel\, a non-migratory genetically distinct subspecies. Dr. Meyer’s presentation highlights the importance of native insect species\, and the communities that support these species\, to the survival and successful reproduction of these charismatic and threatened birds of prey. He also will tell us about ARCI’s strategies for turning careful\, timely research into well-crafted management practices that can – and should – be delivered by federal and state natural resource agencies\, public conservation and citizen-science organizations\, timber companies\, and private land owners and managers. \nDr. Meyer\, who received his B.S. in Zoology from the University of Maine and his Ph.D in Zoology/Behavioral Ecology from the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill)\, has studied the conservation biology of birds in Florida and beyond since the 1980’s\, beginning with his research on Swallow-tailed Kites\, which continues to this day. After serving as a Post-doctoral Associate and then Research Associate at the University of Florida from 1988 to 1992\, he conducted studies of Red-cockaded Woodpeckers and the bird communities of south Florida pinelands for the National Park Service in Big Cypress National Preserve and Everglades National Park. In 1997\, Ken co-founded ARCI and soon branched out to other research challenges on a broader range of species. He has served on species status-review committees for state agencies and biological review panels for National Wildlife Refuges; and as a graduate student advisor and committee member in his position as an adjunct Associate Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida. Ken\, who received a Partners in Flight Research Award for his contributions to bird conservation\, provides frequent university guest lectures\, conducts training workshops for conservation professionals\, and presents many programs each year to citizen conservation groups on ARCI’s research and its implications for bird conservation. He feels very fortunate that\, in his many roles for ARCI\, he seems to have found the best of many professional worlds. \nNo reservations are required. Seating will begin at 5:30 p.m. A $10 suggested donation is always welcomed. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/audubon-kites-and-kestrels/ LOCATION:Sanibel Community House\, 2173 Periwinkle Way\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Clubs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santivachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SCAS-Logo-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T190000 DTSTAMP:20250226T190203Z CREATED:20250226T190203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T190203Z UID:10004896-1741885200-1741892400@santivachronicle.com SUMMARY:Create\, Play\, Win at Tower Gallery DESCRIPTION:The Tower Gallery is hosting “Create\, Play\, Win\,” a chance for guests to help artists create a community painting for Sanibel and Captiva. Guests will mark the artwork with a term that holds the meaning of the islands to them\, such as a favorite place\, beach\, bird\, or shell. A scavenger hunt will also take place with a chance to win one of two $50 gallery gift certificates through a drawing. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print URL:https://santivachronicle.com/event/create-play-win-at-tower-gallery/ LOCATION:Tower Gallery\, 751 Tarpon Bay Road\, Sanibel\, Florida\, 33957 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR