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‘The Fantasticks’:

Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Entertainment.

I sit here with my phone on a synonym app because I know I just can’t find in my head enough superlatives to express how FANTASTIC this Royal Palm Players production of “The Fantasticks” is that awaits you ticket holders! I speak from the heart, truly, because the talent on this particular stage this time will have you talking and singing for days. Maybe months. After COVID and its ups and downs, finally we get to enjoy some theatre time in the auditorium since “Nunsense” was canceled after three nights, two years ago.  

GICIA and The Island School work to highlight Bike Path safety

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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.   

Festival furniture event on Gulf Boulevard March 19

Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News.

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 […]

Art in Bloom returns for 2022 at Art Center 

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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. 

The Becky Buller Band to perform at Coconut Cabaret

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.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: A Maritime Exposition Honoring the Whidden Sisters’ Legacy

Written by Marcy Shortuse on . Posted in Community History.

On Saturday, March 19 from 3 to 6 p.m. the board of the Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum will host a “Maritime Exposition Honoring the Whidden Sisters’ Legacy” at the museum and marina. Events will include music, food, local art for sale and more.
“The GIMM Board of Directors has changed, and has hit the ground running,” said Board Member (and family member) Kacy Cheske. “As a board, we have been making a lot of positive changes. We wanted to have an event to share the Museum with the community new changes and existing features.”

ECOWATCH: Animals and the environment impacted by war

Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns, Opinion.

  “The conflict in Ukraine isn’t just a catastrophe for humans, it is also putting dogs, cats and other animals at risk of starvation and other concerns,” according to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), a nonprofit organization that has a branch in Germany.