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Sanibel library offers range of programs and topics

The Sanibel Public Library provides a variety of programming for adults and children. Family Bingo will take place on Nov. 22 from 3 to 4 p.m. Open to babies, toddlers and children and their caregivers. There will be prizes for the winners. Snacks will be provided. WEEKLY PROGRAMMING - ...

Sanibel Public Meetings

The following public meetings/hearings are scheduled: - Nov. 24: Sanibel Public Library District meeting at 9 a.m. at the library, at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. For more information or the agenda, visit https://spldboard.specialdistrict.org/governance.

Captiva library and county system offering programs

The Captiva Memorial Library, which is part of the Lee County Library System, is offering the following free programming: CHILDREN PROGRAMS - Nov. 19: Pumpkin Pie Craft (during operating hours) Pumpkin pie is the epitome of fall. Youths can make their own paper plate pumpkin pie. The ...

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SPD releases weekly blotter

The Sanibel Police Department issued the following weekly police blotter, which includes recent information about law enforcement response to criminal activity. ARRESTS - Tristen Kaleo Brown, 22, of 11506 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, was charged on Nov. 12 with one count each of DUI unlawful ...

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Junonia found on Captiva

Tara Lanigan, of New York City, New York, found a junonia on Nov. 9 at about 8:45 a.m. near Turner Beach on Captiva. She was walking in the water and the colors stuck out to her, so she reached down and picked up the shell. “I didn't even want to say it out loud because I didn't believe it ...

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Bonnet, paw found on Captiva

Joanne Kleist, of Richfield, Minnesota, found a lion's paw on Nov. 3 near The Mucky Ducky on Captiva. Cynthia Kleist, of Shoreview, Minnesota, found a scotch bonnet on Nov. 4 in almost the same spot. “Two years ago, we both found the exact same shells, in the same location, but much smaller ...

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Guest commentary: Lung cancer — taking charge of your odds

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, but early detection can save lives. Because early symptoms often resemble those of other common illnesses, many people don't realize there's a problem until the disease has advanced. That's why regular screenings are so ...

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Sanibel Public Meetings

The following public meetings/hearings are scheduled: - Nov. 24: Sanibel Public Library District meeting at 9 a.m. at the library, at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. For more information or the agenda, visit https://spldboard.specialdistrict.org/governance.

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www.captivasanibel.com

  • 2340 Periwinkle Way P.O. Box 809
  • Sanibel Island, FL 33957
  • Phone: 239-472-1587