Chamber Golf Scramble to be held off island
The Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce has announced that it will hold their annual fall golf tournament to raise money for scholarships at an off-island venue.The tournament will be held at Wellen P…
The exciting world of Lee County library cards
Discover new and exciting worlds with a Lee County Library System library card. From borrowing e-books and audiobooks to streaming movies and taking virtual ‘Do It Yourself’ classes, there is so m…
PROFILE: Terry Hoffman, new Island School art teacher
The Island School has not only found an art teacher with pizazz, they found one with a sense of humor and a sense of purpose. The new art teacher is Terry Hoffman, and she loves bringing out the a…
Mote saves thousands of endangered corals amidst extremely high water temperatures
Submitted by Mote Marine Laboratory
As Florida’s coral reef experienced record-breaking heat waves starting in July, with temperatures in adjacent back reef areas reaching temperatures above 10…
The smell of fresh office supplies and school uniforms fills the air as TIS is almost back in session
The Island School is at full capacity this year, as 60 students will start school on Thursday, Aug. 10. Head of School Christine Oliver is looking forward to a “normal” school year, free of pandem…
SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER!
Island School, Boca Grande Preschool hold graduation ceremonies and other festivities
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Don the cap and gown, TIS Class of 2023
There are many defining moments in a parent’s life when it comes to their children. Their first steps, their first words, their first day of school and their last day of elementary school. It’s at…
TIS ISLAND TIMES
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Ever chatted with a manatee? Dr. Beth Brady has, and wants to tell you about it
Mote Marine Laboratory’s March Coffee With A Scientist, held Tuesday, March 21, at the Boca Grande Community Center, brought visions of the fictitious Dr. John Doolittle to some people’s minds. Th…
Don’t forget about the chowder next Friday!
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…