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Gulf Coast Symphony to perform at Fust Library
December 4, 2015
A traveling quartet from the Symphony will perform in the library’s gardens and loggia at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10 at the Johann Fust Community Library.
Another amazing Christmas luncheon held by the Boca Grande Garden Club
December 4, 2015
Garden Club President Clare Doyle with Luncheon Co-Chairs LeeAnn Maloomian and Priscilla Masselink admiring Nancy Ryan’s table design….
Message to Lee County Commissioners: Listen to reason when it comes to Gilchrist parking
December 4, 2015
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Just when I thought nothing more about the Gilchrist parking situation would surprise me, I found I was wrong. The proposal by the Gilchrist Neighborhood Association has really…
Obituary: Theresa Matos
December 4, 2015
Theresa Matos of Boca Grande passed away peacefully at her home early Tuesday morning, December 1, 2015. She lost her battle to lung cancer, though she fought to the end. Theresa was surrounded by …
Carroll to hold annual Studio Party, ‘Postcards from the Beach’ featured
November 27, 2015
Local artist Carroll Swayze will be hosting her 28th annual Studio Party and once-a-year art sale on Saturday, Dec. 12 from 3 to 11 p.m. in north Englewood, 2373 Donovan Road.
Annual Christmas Walk Saturday
November 27, 2015
The Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 2015 Christmas Walk in downtown Boca Grande on Saturday, Nov. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Taste of Boca Grande tickets available Dec. 1
November 27, 2015
Want to be one of the first to have your 14th Annual Taste of Boca Grande tickets? The event will be held on Monday, Feb. 1 at the Boca Bay Pass Club. The event starts at 6 p.m. Enjoy fabulous food…
GICIA asks everyone to consider the importance of Mercabo purchase
November 27, 2015
■ BY MISTY NICHOLS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GICIA The GICIA has set its sights on Mercabo (the 30-acre parcel at the entrance to the Boca Grande Causeway). With the threat of development looming …
Obituary: Richard Newman
August 28, 2015
A full obituary for Richard Newman will be announced here next week, but services in his honor will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, followed by a Cele…
Storm time is here: Do you know where your hang tag is?
August 21, 2015
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – With the announcement of a new and potentially interesting tropical system headed in our direction you must ask yourself, “Am I ready for the storm?” Remember, the fire departm…