Pancake supper, hockey game to raise funds for island school
Two upcoming fundraisers will benefit programs and a trip for students at The Sanibel School.
The Mardi Gras Pancake Supper will be held on March 4 in the Parish Hall at Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church on Sanibel. In addition, The Sanibel School Night with the Florida Everblades will take place on March 1 at the Hertz Arena in Estero.
MARDI GRAS PANCAKE SUPPER
Scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m., the Mardi Gras Pancake Supper will feature pancakes made from Perkins batter, toppings like chocolate chips, blueberries and 100% Vermont maple syrup, and sausages.
Ice cream treats will also be served up throughout the dinner.
Attendees will be greeted with Mardi Gras beads and music when they arrive.
Saint Michael’s is covering all of the expenses, with free will donations requested for the meal.
All of the donations will directly support students in the school’s Middle School Science Program and National Junior Honor Society, which are led by middle school science teacher Michele Mitnitsky.
The Science Program involves learning science through a hands-on approach. Students help to grow year-round mangroves, which are planted around the island at the end of the year. They take trips to the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, and they work with the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation in and out of the classroom, including on squid dissections, identifying microplastics in the water and sand, on water quality, and using the island’s trails to understand ecosystems and landforms.
Founded in 1929, the National Junior Honor Society recognizes and encourages academic achievement among middle level students, while also developing other characteristics essential to citizens in a democracy. Students focus on the ideals of scholarship, character, service, citizenship and leadership. The Sanibel School Honor Society serves the school and community through activities, including a Food and Diaper Drive, beach cleanup, school dance, BOO grams, and assisting teachers and students.
For more information, contact 239-472-2173 or communications@saintmichaels-sanibel.org.
Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church is at 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.
NIGHT WITH THE FLORIDA EVERBLADES
With doors opening at 5 p.m., The Sanibel School Night with the Florida Everblades will feature the Florida Everblades facing off against the South Carolina Stingrays, with the puck drop at 7 p.m.
The hockey game fundraiser will support the eighth grade class field trip.
Tickets are $20, with $5 from each going to the school.
Parking at the arena is $15.
For tickets or more information, visit www.BladesTix.com/SanibelSchool.
The Hertz Arena is at 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero.
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IF YOU GO
What
The Sanibel School Night with the Florida Everblades
When
March 1 at 7 p.m.
Where
Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero
Details
Tickets are $20
IF YOU GO
What
Mardi Gras Pancake Supper
When
March 4 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where
Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
Details
Free will donations requested
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