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Mural brings spirit of Sanibel to center

The Sanibel Recreation Center reported that island artist Rachel Pierce donated her time and talent to create a hand-painted mural in the Heron Room, which serves as the game room and gathering space. The project was completed during the center's annual maintenance closure. It features island ...

Library system concludes summer reading program

Every summer, the Lee County Library System helps children maintain reading skills, introduces families to new learning experiences and inspires people of all ages to discover something new. It reported that this year's Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth a Story,” continued that ...

Jazz society donates to FGCU

The Sanibel Jazz Society donated a $1,000 check to Florida Gulf Coast University's (FGCU) Bower School of Music. Founder Amy Sbarra reported that the funds were proceeds from the first-ever Sanibel Summer Jazz Concert Series held on Fridays in July at her Spatini Teabar on Sanibel.

Local Sports & Recreation

Recreation center provides update on activities, events

The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities. Volunteer Coach Training will take place on Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. It is mandatory for all volunteer coaches. A second session is set for Oct. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. for those unable to attend in August. It will ...

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Volunteers sought for flag installation

The city of Sanibel is inviting community members, along with local businesses, organizations and their employees, to assist with A Field of Heroes. Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on 9/11, the tribute will feature 2,977 American flags — one for each life lost — ...

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SPD releases monthly numbers

As part of its recent The Sanibel Community Safety Update, the Sanibel Police Department (SPD) released “Island Safety By The Numbers” for the month of July. The numbers are as follows: Law enforcement activity - Arrests: Nine - Notices to appear issued: Four - Reported burglaries ...

Letters to the Editor

Guest commentary: Welcome back to school!

Welcome back! A brand new school year is upon us, and we could not wait to see your students walk back through our doors. Summer always goes by fast, and I hope yours was a good one. On our end, we counted down the days until our students walked back through our doors. Before we look ahead, I ...

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Jazz society donates to FGCU

The Sanibel Jazz Society donated a $1,000 check to Florida Gulf Coast University's (FGCU) Bower School of Music. Founder Amy Sbarra reported that the funds were proceeds from the first-ever Sanibel Summer Jazz Concert Series held on Fridays in July at her Spatini Teabar on Sanibel.

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