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SCYP to host free thrift exchange

The Sanibel Captiva Young Professionals (SCYP) will host a spring Swap Shop for free on May 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of Realtors (SCIAR) on Sanibel. Open to all, it is aimed toward increasing personal sustainability by sharing and trading goods ...

CCA hosts opening, reception for exhibit

The Captiva Civic Association (CCA) hosted an Art Opening and Reception for the Sanibel-Captiva Art League's (SCAL) “Refections” on March 19 at the Captiva Civic Center on Captiva. A juried exhibition, it featured about 30 artists and close to 50 submitted pieces from members of the SCAL, ...

Decal program results in donation

Bank of the Islands recently made a donation through its We Love Our Islands program. Winner Cheryl Herbert was spotted with the program's decal on her vehicle, winning her the chance to decide which local nonprofit would receive a charitable contribution. She chose to donate the $400 to the ...

Local Sports & Recreation
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Vegetation trimming on San-Cap Road

The vegetation along Sanibel-Captiva Road on both sides from Rabbit Road to Bowman's Beach Road, including the Shared Use Path, will be trimmed from now through May 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting. The city of Sanibel reported due to the nature of the work, one lane of the road ...

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CEPD workshop to focus on beach entrance designs

The Captiva Erosion Prevention District (CEPD) will hold a workshop to review vegetative design concepts for several public beach entrances on May 7 at 1 p.m. at its office, as well as virtually. Coastal Vista will present concepts previously shared with the CEPD board, along with an ...

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Recreation center provides update on activities, events

The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities. Blooming with Love will be held on May 8 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Attendees will create a bouquet from a curated variety of blooms. Ages under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $19 for members and $24 for ...

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Letters to the Editor
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Guest commentary: New era of enrichment for county students

Early in the year, families across Lee County begin planning for camps, vacations and a well-earned break from the school year. But for many students — especially those who are already performing on or above grade level — summer can also represent something else: lost momentum. This year, ...

Business

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SanCap, Fort Myers chambers build for shared future

The six-month management contract between the SanCap Chamber and Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce (GFMCC) has yielded strong results for the communities they serve. Feedback from members, businesses, chamber staff and community stakeholders has reinforced a decision for both to work ...

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  • Sanibel Island, FL 33957
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