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Fun Things to Do on Captiva Island

By Kevin, Jul 20, 2017, Categories: Local Living

From boating and shelling to fine dining and exploring, Captiva has plenty of things to do, both well known and off the beaten path.
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7 Family-Oriented Activities in Sanibel & Captiva in the 7th Month of the Year

By Kevin, Jul 11, 2017, Categories: Local Living

We've compiled 7 fun things that are happening through the end of July 2017 for our readers to explore.
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Captiva's New Wave Eco Charters Aims to Navigate Waters as 'Stewards of the Sea'

By Kevin, Jul 03, 2017, Categories: Travel

New Wave Eco Charters helps tourists and residents alike to unwind, unplug and unearth the yearning for the natural world for which they've been longing.
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Sanibel Public Library Tech, Periodicals and Calusa Meeting Room Prepared for Remodel

By Kevin, Jun 30, 2017, Categories: Local Living

Sanibel's "Your Library Reimagined" project is well underway. Here's the latest.
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Two Interns Join the City of Sanibel for the Summer

By Kevin, Jun 30, 2017, Categories: Local Living

We got the inside scoop on the new interns Dana Congress and Connor Tomlinson, who are interning with city manager Judie Zimomra.
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Back to the Roots: DIY backyard farming, California firm’s grassroots push

By Kevin, Jun 26, 2017, Categories: Health+Beauty

California-based Back to the Roots today sells herb, veggie and sunflower kits, all edible, easily grown in a back patio and part of the urban/sustainable farming movement.
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Red-cockaded Woodpecker: Once abundant, this woodpecker is now endangered in Florida

By Kevin, Jun 26, 2017, Categories: Life+Leisure

Of the 22 species of woodpeckers in North America and 217 worldwide, Florida is home to 11 species, including the dwindling population of the red-cockaded woodpecker.
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  • Right Bed, Wrong Husband

    07/28/2017
    12:00AM

    In order to increase his allowance, young bachelor Ted writes his tight-fisted uncle to tell him ...

  • Mary Poppins

    07/28/2017
    12:00AM

    Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorst...

  • Family Beach Walk

    07/28/2017
    09:00AM — 10:00AM

    The FREE one-hour program convenes at Gulfside City Park to explore the Refuge’s gulf-front Perry...

  • FineMark Exhibtion of FGCU Art Alumni

    07/28/2017
    09:00AM — 04:00PM

    From July 10 - September 29, 2017, Finemark National Bank and Trust will be displaying the work o...

  • Open Painting at The Paint Escape

    07/28/2017
    10:00AM — 06:00PM

    Ceramic painting for children and adults, create a decorative item. Friday night offers ladie...

  • Mangrove Maze Eco-Tour

    07/28/2017
    10:00AM

    Guided exploration of the mangrove wilderness on part of the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail....

  • Summer 2017 Film Festival

    07/28/2017
    01:00PM — 04:30PM

    Join us for this special event series, which will provide intrigue and insight into the world of ...

  • Sunset Kayak Eco-Tour

    07/28/2017
    03:30PM

    Paddle Matlacha Pass meandering through mangrove shrouded trails. Guides are ACA Certified Kayak ...

  • Ladies' Night at The Paint Escape

    07/28/2017
    06:00PM — 09:00PM

    Ceramic painting for children and adults, create a decorative item. Friday night offers ladie...

  • The Art of Harper, Jones and Kurzman

    07/28/2017
    06:00PM — 08:00PM

    Harper, Jones and Kurzman are dedicated and prolific artists in their work. Harper pushes her pai...

  • Yoga in Action - Grateful Yoga Flow donation class

    07/28/2017
    06:00PM — 07:00PM

    Everybody’s favorite flow is back. Anna will lead an all-levels flow designed to inspire while C...

  • Caloosahatchee Sunset Cruise

    07/28/2017
    07:00PM

    Relaxing environment as the sun is setting, the shoreline and river elements taking on a differen...

  • Frankie Valli Tribute & More

    07/28/2017
    07:00PM — 09:30PM

    WILLIAM CINTRON is an extraordinaire talent and is best known for his superb vocals of FRANKIE VA...

  • Stand up Comedian Guy Torry Performing Live in Naples, Florida

    07/28/2017
    08:00PM

    In the tradition of comedians who have made the transition from the stage to the screen, such as ...

  • Right Bed, Wrong Husband

    07/29/2017
    12:00AM

    In order to increase his allowance, young bachelor Ted writes his tight-fisted uncle to tell him ...

  • Mary Poppins

    07/29/2017
    12:00AM

    Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorst...

  • North Fort Myers Farmers Market

    07/29/2017
    07:00AM — 12:00PM

    Every Saturday 7am-12pm West Parking Lot - Spots rent for $10

  • Early Bird Eco-Tour

    07/29/2017
    07:30AM

    Witness Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve and share information about coastal and wetland birds and ...

  • Cape Coral Farmers Market-Downtown

    07/29/2017
    08:00AM

    Local produce, Gulf seafood (including Pine Island clams), fresh breads/pastries, pickles/olive m...

  • Adventures in Paradise Shelling & Lunch Cruise

    07/29/2017
    08:30AM

    Powered catamaran cruise to the barrier islands of Sanibel and Captiva, dolphins and shell pristi...

  • FineMark Exhibtion of FGCU Art Alumni

    07/29/2017
    09:00AM — 04:00PM

    From July 10 - September 29, 2017, Finemark National Bank and Trust will be displaying the work o...

  • Paint a Bird Family Art Day with Helen Garcia-Valdez

    07/29/2017
    09:30AM — 11:30AM

    Explore your creative side with award winning art and yoga teacher Helen Garcia-Valdez. Each team...

  • Open Painting at The Paint Escape

    07/29/2017
    10:00AM — 06:00PM

    Ceramic painting for children and adults, create a decorative item. Friday night offers ladie...

  • Guided Koreshan Settlement Tour

    07/29/2017
    10:00AM

    Explore the Koreshan Unity Settlement Historic District, listed on the National Register of Histo...

  • Fig Leaf Boutique Sidewalk Sale

    07/29/2017
    10:00AM — 02:00PM

    Almost everything on sale! 25¢, 50¢, $1 women's, men's and children's clothing 50% off paintings ...

  • River District History Tour

    07/29/2017
    10:30AM

    90-minute walking tour of downtown Fort Myers with stories of history and information about the c...

  • LIFT the VILLAS

    07/29/2017
    11:00AM — 02:00PM

    Join us on July 29th for a super fun FREE event with your neighbors from the Villas Community! Co...

  • Yoga in Action Studio Open House

    07/29/2017
    01:00PM — 04:00PM

    We would love to spend some time with you at our studio open house where you can participate in o...

  • Free Yoga 101 Workshop

    07/29/2017
    01:00PM — 03:00PM

    Want to learn or review the basics of yoga in a fun, friendly format? Yoga 101 is a great place t...

  • Paint Night at The Painted Conch

    07/29/2017
    06:30PM

    Complete original art while enjoying friends, music and favorite beverages. Materials provided, o...

  • Caloosahatchee Sunset Cruise

    07/29/2017
    07:00PM

    Relaxing environment as the sun is setting, the shoreline and river elements taking on a differen...

  • Southern Momma An Em Comedy Tour

    07/29/2017
    07:00PM — 10:00PM

    Real Life Comedy When You Need to Laugh! Comedian Darren Knight aka Southern Momma is a social me...

  • Southern Momma An Em Comedy Tour 2017

    07/29/2017
    07:00PM — 09:30PM

    Bang Productions presents Darren Knight's Southern Momma An Em Comedy Tour 2017 produced by John ...

  • Chicago Tribute Show

    07/29/2017
    07:00PM — 09:30PM

    CHICAGO was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2016. During their career, they racked...

  • Haunted History Tour

    07/29/2017
    08:00PM

    90-minute walk through downtown Fort Myers reveals a darker side, including stories of both resid...

  • FineMark Exhibtion of FGCU Art Alumni

    07/31/2017
    09:00AM — 04:00PM

    From July 10 - September 29, 2017, Finemark National Bank and Trust will be displaying the work o...

  • Sanibel Shell Crafters

    07/31/2017
    10:00AM — 03:00PM

    Visit The Sanibel Shell Crafters every Monday all year long from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. to watch this d...

  • Mangrove Maze Eco-Tour

    07/31/2017
    10:00AM

    Guided exploration of the mangrove wilderness on part of the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail....

  • Sunset Kayak Eco-Tour

    07/31/2017
    03:30PM

    Paddle Matlacha Pass meandering through mangrove shrouded trails. Guides are ACA Certified Kayak ...

  • The Art of Harper, Jones and Kurzman

    07/31/2017
    06:00PM — 08:00PM

    Harper, Jones and Kurzman are dedicated and prolific artists in their work. Harper pushes her pai...

  • Paint Night at The Painted Conch

    07/31/2017
    06:30PM

    Complete original art while enjoying friends, music and favorite beverages. Materials provided, o...

  • Ballroom Dancing

    07/31/2017
    06:30PM — 09:30PM

    USA Dance offers beginning Ballroom Dance Lessons and a Social Dance on Monday nights. The lesson...

  • Caloosahatchee Sunset Cruise

    07/31/2017
    07:00PM

    Relaxing environment as the sun is setting, the shoreline and river elements taking on a differen...

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    07/27/2017
    10:00AM — 01:00PM

    These classes will teach you how to prepare the best of summer produce with healthy cooking techn...

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    07/30/2017
    04:00PM — 06:00PM

    These classes will teach you how to prepare the best of summer produce with healthy cooking techn...

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