Written by Marcy Shortuse on . Posted in News, Police & Fire.
Residents and visitors are asked to keep their eyes open for signs of unusual activity – particularly at night – as it appears that vandals are afoot in Boca Grande. According to a resident near Sea Grape beach, the series of destructive acts started on Monday, Feb. 28. That morning they realized that all of […]
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Spring is in the air. Warm weather and beautiful days mean island activities are picking up and there are increased numbers of users on the GICIA Bike Path. In a continuing effort to ensure a safe and fun experience for all users, the GICIA has partnered with The Island School to heighten safety awareness in a fun and effective way.
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It’s time to laugh, play and let the good times roll at the Boca Grande Woman’s Club Spring Fair! This year the theme of the fair is Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler or “Let the Good Times Roll.” This is the Woman’s Club gift to the community, a time when island children, visiting grandchildren and anyone who enjoys some local fun and entertainment can participate.
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The 2022 United Methodist Women’s Strawberry Festival may be over, but the goal of raising money for charity continues with a furniture sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, March 19 at the home of Jan Myers, 421 Gulf Blvd. Jan’s garage, which serves as a storage area for Strawberry Festival bargain and boutique […]
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Always a highpoint of the Boca arts calendar, “Art in Bloom” is back after a two year hiatus. Introduced in 2013, this is the seventh edition of the always popular event. The dates are Thursday, March 17 to Sunday, March 19. All events, including the Opening Night Reception, will be at the Boca Grande Art Center and Crowninshield House. Thursday, the exhibit opens from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, the hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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BY KAREN GRACE AND THE BOCA GRANDE HISTORY CENTER On Tuesday, March 22, David Futch will return to Boca Grande to speak at the last Historical Society lecture of the season and launch his recently published book, “Historic Tales of Gasparilla Island.” In a recent email, David wrote that “Gasparilla Island’s only town of Boca […]
Written by T Michele Walker on . Posted in Entertainment, Featured News, News.
The Friends of Boca Grande are excited to present The Becky Buller Band on Thursday, March 31, at the Coconut Cabaret. Located at the Crowninshield Community House, Becky Buller Band is scheduled to perform two shows, 5 p.m. to a sold-out crowd, and at 8 p.m.
The Coconut Cabaret features vintage vibes that come alive in the speakeasy-style of the Prohibition era. Guests will enjoy table seating and bring-your-own food and beverages while enjoying the performance.
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The Englewood Invitational Spring Art Festival is slated for Saturday and Sunday, March 12 and 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Englewood Elks Club at 401 N. Indiana Avenue in Englewood.
This juried art show is the brainchild of local artist, Carroll Swayze and promises to be the “Best Little Art Show in Englewood.”
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Lowell Brockway Dana II, age 85, passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022 at his home in North Muskegon, Mich. surrounded by his family. He was born in Muskegon, MI on July 12, 1936 to Lowell and Zita Dana (Vos), attended Muskegon Public Schools and graduated from Lake Forest Academy High School in Lake Forest, IL. […]
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Bob Lindner was born August 5, 1920, in Dayton, Ohio, to Carl and Clara Lindner. He was the second of four children: Carl Jr, Richard and Dorothy (Kreuzman). The family moved to Indianapolis and later Cincinnati, as his father started dairy businesses in each city, with varying success. They were a very close, hard-working family […]