Most of us know of the Bubble Room restaurant on Captiva. A pleasant but unusual eating experience. Well, the Food Network of Canada will be featuring it in an upcoming show in a segment called “The Worlds Weirdest Restaurants”. Need I say more? It will air soon in Canada and the US also hopes to air it but no date... Read More »
SCCF has been busy working on the old Bailey Homestead located where Donax dead-ends into Periwinkle Way. Exotic plant removal has begun on the SE corner of the property to prepare the site for the future home of the Native Plant Nursery which will move into an old outbuilding which is currently under renovation. The main homestead itself is also under renovation with... Read More »
If you are looking for something to do on Tuesdays, hop on the boat at McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva and take the “Discover Southwest Florida History” tour. The trip departs at 10AM and travels through Pine Island Sound focusing on the fishing tales and traditions of our local waters. You will cruise past the iconic Fish Houses and eventually end up at... Read More »
Many thanks to our Veterans who have served and protected our country and our way of life over the years. We owe you a debt of gratitude. And let’s not forget those who are still actively serving our country today, and those who died while serving. There are currently over 22 million living veterans in the US, including over 1.8... Read More »
Our local farmers market is back and open 8:00-1:00 on Sundays through April. It is located at City Hall off Dunlop Rd. next to the library. There’s lots of fresh produce, plus plants, dog supplies, and a variety of other booths selling everything from soaps to soups to nuts. There’s usually something new every week. It s great place to meet up with... Read More »
This is the 31st year for this annual event on Sanibel to benefit CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife). This year there will be 20 restaurants participating by offering food samples of some of their most popular menu items for a small price. In addition to great food, there will be entertainment, a silent auction, and a server competition. The festivities will... Read More »
I feel sorry for those in the northeast affected by the storm, but here on Sanibel all is quiet. We had a “cold” snap last night and the temps dropped down to mid 60’s, but today it is gorgeous and warm…a perfect beach day. Come on down! Read More »
The market is still on the move and the move has been upward. The continued positive movement of the market is looking more and more like a pretty good market recovery. Read More »
One of the bonuses of living on Sanibel is that we often see dolphins on a daily basis. It just amazes me when I see people feeding them or trying to attract them to their boats. This is a dangerous habit as it makes them lose their fear of humans and makes it difficult for them to survive in... Read More »
Visit the Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Center to discover the natural wonders and beauty of the islands. Your children will enjoy seeing the diverse wildlife up close. You might even see a bobcat wandering the woods! Hours & Info Wildlife Drive Hours (Closed Fridays) 7:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m. Visitor & Education Center Hours 9:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.... Read More »
