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■ BY SUE ERWIN It was a very chilly morning for a boat ride, but 49 people stepped aboard the Santiva on the morning of November 29, to embark on a trip along the Calusa Blueway, The Boca Grande Historical Society hosts a group excursion each year to explore different historical landmarks in the area. […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Ten years ago, Brent Cross accepted a position at the front desk at The Gasparilla Inn & Club. After learning new roles and holding various other positions at the establishment since then, Brent is now the director of operations at The Inn. He’s held that position since August, 2018. “From 2008 to […]
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Harry Banks French of Gladwyne, Pa. passed away peacefully on December 7, 2018 in Bryn Mawr Hospital, Philadelphia. Born in Philadelphia on February 16, 1926, Harry was the son of the late James Graham and Lenore duPruney French (nee Roussel). Harry and Phyllis French (nee McLean) were married 64 years. He was the dedicated father […]
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To the Editor: The Boca Grande Historical Society will once again present their Tour of Homes and Luncheon on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Luncheon will be at The Gasparilla Inn & Club at 11 a.m., the tour of homes will take place between 2 and 4:30 p.m., and a […]
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To the Editor: Kudos and THANKS! to Susan Bowers for having the picture of Louise du Pont Crowninshield restored and reframed. She looks wonderful hanging in her traditional spot, over the mantelpiece in the Crowinshield Community House. Thank you, Susan. Loulie Mauran Boca Grande
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■ STAFF REPORT Share the magic of the season at the annual lighting of the Lighthouse at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum on Saturday, Dec. 8 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Enjoy beautiful holiday lights and merry cheer with live music by Kenny Rose, complimentary appetizers, a silent auction and wine bar. The gift […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The following was written by Lynne Seibert, the wife of Tim Seibert, who recently passed away. Edward J. “Tim” Seibert, 91, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2018 at his home in Boca Grande, with his adoring wife Lynne and loving daughter Pandora at his side. Tim was a kind and considerate person […]
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■ BY ROYAL PALM PLAYERS Last night, the Crowninshield was filled with the sounds of music, laughter and fun as 30 of Boca Grande’s favorite performers dedicated their talents to helping the Suncoast Humane Society’s capital campaign. A state-of-the-art facility is desperately needed by the animals sheltered at Suncoast and by the volunteers and staff […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Journalist and author Robin Lloyd will visit Boca Grande on Thursday, December 13 to give a presentation on his most recent book, “Harbor of Spies: A Novel of Historic Havana.” The presentation will take place at 4 p.m. in the Boca Grande Community Center auditorium. This book would appeal to Civil […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN If you want to get a good workout out of the way before 9 a.m. on Mondays, head over to Banyan Tree Pilates & Yoga and take Hal Coxon’s spinning class. He’s been a spin instructor and personal trainer there for the past three years. For those not familiar with the term, […]