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BY SUE ERWIN – Robert Domke has been spending summers in Southwest Florida since he was 10 years old. His grandparents lived in Englewood, and when school let out each year, his parents would send him down to Florida to visit them. “I was very close with both of my grandparents, so instead of staying at home […]
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■ MARY COOK World War II historian Lynne Olson returns next week to talk about “Last Hope Island, Occupied Europe and the Brotherhood that Helped Turn the Tide of War.” When she spoke to the Friends of Boca Grande Community Center last year, she says she “felt right at home” and eagerly anticipates the 4:30 PM, Wednesday, December […]
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‘Tis two months till ‘The Taste’ and all through our town, Christmas shoppers, festive trees and Christmas cheer abound. The shops are filled with presents for all, And Santa is due soon to make his call, With presents for both young and old, though … He’s heavy on seniors (so we’ve been told). In the […]
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■ STAFF REPORT The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. in the Boca Grande Community Center auditorium. The meeting agenda and backup materials for the cases are available at the Lee County DCD Planning Section located at 1500 Monroe St., Ft. Myers, FL; the Johann […]
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■ STAFF REPORT Have you crossed the bridges to Boca Grande recently and watched people smile as they enjoy viewing the creatures of the sea in clear kayaks? If you’ve been wanting to check them out and experience the thrill for yourself, head to the Boca Grande Fishing Pier at the north end of the […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN Jack Cosgrove is relishing life in Boca Grande. He’s been working at Newlin’s Mainely Gourmet Market since September, but before that he was taking care of property for Mrs. Dodo Hamilton, who unfortunately passed away a few months ago. The Pennsylvania native came here when his uncle and aunt, Tim and Celeste, asked […]
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John I. Shaw Jr, 82, of Southport, Conn., died peacefully on Friday, December 1, 2017 at Bridgeport Hospital from complications of a rare autoimmune disorder. He was surrounded by family members while listening to his beloved Whiffenpoof Song. Known as “Shawsie” to his grandchildren and many close friends, John was the quintessential gentleman/gentle man. John […]
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To the Editor: Each organization on Boca Grande is fortunate to have local businesses that believe in the non-profit community here. The Boca Grande Art Center is part of that community. Without the wonderful support of these businesses, we would not be able to offer the classes, lectures, exhibits and shows that we do each […]
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To the Editor: Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for the 9th annual Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Boca Grande fundraiser on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018. Anglers from around the area will gather at The Gasparilla Inn Beach Club beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music and a program […]
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■ STAFF REPORT Join family and friends at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3, for the annual lighting of the Boca Grande Community Christmas Tree. With clergy members from all island churches participating, the ceremony will take place on Park Avenue between 4th and 5th Streets. A longtime Boca Grande tradition, the tree lighting will include […]