This year, Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday. That means a slightly different timing for services on Gasparilla Island.
For Lighthouse United Methodist Church, all services will be on Sunday, the…
For over 50 years, Suncoast Humane Society has helped tens of thousands of animals live happier, safer and healthier lives.
On November 9, 2023, among community leaders, Suncoast supporters Pe…
Bridge instructor Susie Kett will lead a new set of beginner lessons for the Boca Grande Duplicate Bridge Club beginning Wednesday, Jan. 3. Kett, who has taught privately, has led a popular men’s …
By Iris Tufano
Island life on Little Gasparilla Island and Palm Island is preserved and illuminated by a generous holiday spirit. As Christmas quickly approaches, and the New Year is not too fa…
News from the Suncoast Humane Society. Pets needing adoption include:
Hey there, I’m Bolt! My life’s been an adventure, like a comic book superhero. Once, I outsmarted a cunning cat burglar who…
The Boca Grande Garden Club held its annual luncheon at the Boca Bay Powerhouse this week with their “In the Pink” theme.
Below are photos from the Boca Beacon by Dusty Hopkins.
Boca Grande …
The Lighthouse United Methodist Church is pleased to confirm that the 2024 Strawberry Festival will be held on March 2, 2024. The hours for the event are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Boca Grande C…
The Barrier Island Parks Society will share the magic of the season at the annual lighting of the Lighthouse. Join them at Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum between 5:30 and 8 p.m. on Satur…
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Jacob Patrick Halunen of Englewood, Florida on Thursday, November 23, 2023.
Jacob was 19 years old. Born on October 22, 2004, to Michael Paul…
Every issue, the Boca Beacon highlights one of our own in our Page 3 In The Spotlight. We look to the community to see who is making news, whether they be a volunteer for one of our non-profits li…
