Rec center provides update on activities, events
The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities.
Throughout March, Wild Card Wednesday will be offered on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Access an array of card and board games. Free for members; non-members must purchase a pass.
A Fun Day will take place on March 15 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It will offer a variety of outer space-themed crafts, games and swim time. Enrollment is open for kindergartners through eighth-graders. Each child will need to bring a bagged lunch, water bottle, swimsuit, goggles, towel and sunscreen. Cost is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Registration is required.
Paint a Pint will be held on March 16 at 1 p.m. Participants will prepare their own mug craft for St. Patrick’s Day. Irish music and light refreshments will be provided. Those dressed in holiday attire will be entered to win a pot of golden prizes. Cost is $15 for members and $18.75 for non-members; all supplies are included. Registration is required.
Spring Break Camp will be held on March 18-22 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. With an “Outer Space” theme, it will offer a variety of themed crafts, games and swim time. Enrollment is open for kindergartners through eighth-graders. Each child will need to bring a bagged lunch, water bottle, swimsuit, goggles, towel and sunscreen. Cost is $135 for members and $170 for non-members. Registration is required.
Limited edition merchandise for the city of Sanibel’s 50th anniversary is available at the center.
BALLFIELD, OUTDOOR COURT UPDATE
The center reported that the new light poles and fixtures, fencing and asphalt foundation are completed for the outdoor court. The contractors are waiting on temperatures to hold consistently above 65 degrees to progress to the next phase of surfacing work and net installation. It is projected to reopen in early April.
Even though the contractors faced many weather delays, the new Musco lighting system is installed and the grading and irrigation work is complete at the ballfield. Fencing, sod and shade structure work will continue through March and April. The projected reopening date is early May.
The center is open on Mondays through Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A variety of memberships, passes and punch cards are available.
For more information, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/sanibel-online.
The Sanibel Recreation Center is at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel.