Tag: The Barrier Island Parks Society

Do you have your ‘Call of the Islands’ Green Gala tickets yet?

March 8, 2019
Marcy Shortuse
News

■ STAFF REPORT The Barrier Island Parks Society invites you to join them in a feast for all senses. Exciting auction items, a savory tropical buffet, music and dancing will be featured at the 23rd annual...

BIPS looks for beach ambassadors for new season

September 14, 2018
Marcy Shortuse
News

■ STAFF REPORT The Barrier Island Parks Society is looking for beach ambassadors to help inspire stewardship and preserve our local beaches. This exciting volunteer program provides informational training,...

BIPS Board discusses revenue development, Green Gala at meeting

■ BY SUE ERWIN The Barrier Island Parks Society Board of Directors discussed the 2018 Giving Challenge at their monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 4. The 2018 Giving Challenge is presented by the Community...

Recollecting the Great Seashell Hunt of 2018 with BIPS

■ BY SUE ERWIN The Barrier Island Parks Society, in partnership with Florida Park Service, hosted the annual Great Seashell Hunt, island style, on Wednesday, March 28. The event was packed with 50 kids...

Come join the Great Seashell Hunt!

■ STAFF REPORT The Barrier Island Parks Society, in partnership with Florida Park Service, is holding their annual Great Seashell Hunt, island style, on Wednesday, March 28 at 11 a.m. Be ready to learn...

BIPS to host author Jack Davis on January 5

December 22, 2017
Marcy Shortuse
Featured News, News

■ STAFF REPORT The Barrier Island Parks Society is proud to welcome renowned author and University of Florida Professor, Jack E. Davis to the Boca Grande Community Center at 4 p.m. on January 5. Professor...

Gettin’ festive on the beach with the Lighthouse lighting

December 8, 2017
Marcy Shortuse
News

■ STAFF REPORT The Barrier Island Parks Society and Florida Park Service will be holding their annual celebration of the lighting of the Lighthouse this Saturday, Dec. 9, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy...