Community
She never ceases to amaze us:
June 22, 2023
Carroll Swayze creates clothing line
Artist Carroll Swayze’s work has been showcased in some of the most exclusive settings around the country – maybe around the world – and her m…
A flooded causeway took precedence at latest GIBA meeting
April 27, 2023
Flooding on the Gasparilla Island Causeway after Hurricane Ian was the main topic of discussion for the spring meeting of the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority (GIBA), held Thursday, April 22. Th…
Fun, games and superheroes at the Boca Grande Woman’s Club Spring Fair
March 16, 2023
Submitted by the Boca Grande Woman’s Club
Get ready for the annual Spring Fair sponsored by the Boca Grande Woman’s Club on Saturday, March 25. It will be a day filled with superheroes from ac…
Library Foundation presents author Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop
March 9, 2023
The Johan Fust Library Foundation is honored to present author Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop who will speak about her newest book, Daughter of Spies, in the library loggia on Tuesday, March 21, at 4 p….
The Easter Bunny needs a little help this year … could it be you he’s seeking?
March 3, 2023
The Easter Egg Hunt at the Boca Grande Community Center is a tradition that isn’t missed by many families, including those who live here and those who live far away and visit at that time every ye…
Come for the cleanup, stay for the fun!
February 23, 2023
The GICIA is holding an island-wide cleanup on Saturday morning, March 18. Hurricane Ian dealt Boca Grande a major blow and debris from its unrelenting winds still litters our island home. The Gas…
Kids Classic tournament handed over from Boca Grande Charities to Chamber of Commerce
February 9, 2023
When Capt. Sandy Melvin, Bill Klettke and Michael Vaughn founded the Gasparilla Island Kids Classic more than a decade ago, it was with one objective in mind – to create a fast-paced, action-packe…
Don’t forget about the chowder next Friday!
January 20, 2023
A more complete list of chefs and restaurants contributing to The Island School’s annual chowder dinner has been released, as well as information about entertainment and an auction.
As of press…