Tag: Boca Beacon

In the theatre, it’s the beginning of something wonderful: Royal Palm Players holding open auditions

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
Entertainment

SUBMITTED BY THE ROYAL PALM PLAYERS – On Broadway, every Tony award begins with an audition. Here at Royal Palm Players, we begin every season with a general audition. In the professional...

Invasive species, anyone?

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

Capt. Mark Futch, Rogan White and Randy Wayne White with proof of a successful hunt. Photo submitted by Mark Futch It was man against beast on a recent hunt in the Everglades called The Florida...

She’s still here! Singing for a sunshade and sounding awesome

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
Entertainment, News

BY SUE ERWIN – Island singer Lynda Jamison, who has a heart of gold, a voice as clear and beautiful as a bell and the tenacity of a pit bull, is on a mission. She will be performing two...

First mates share memories about Miller’s Marina

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
Community History

Capt. Ray Rodriguez, Capt. Bill Miller and Capt. Tater Spinks. PHOTO BY SUE BY SUE ERWIN – Capt. Bill Miller, Capt. Ray Rodriquez and Capt. John ‘Tater’ Spinks entertained a crowd at the...

‘Ultimate Dining Experience’ tickets, scholarships available through Chamber

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

Tickets for the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce 2016 “Ultimate Dining Experience” are still on sale and will be available until they are sold out or until the drawing of the winner on Easter...

Strawberry Festival to feature artists Mitchell, Hannah and many more

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

Artist John Mitchell BY SUSAN HANAFEE – What do the United Methodist Women’s Strawberry Festival and Boca Bargains have in common? Artist John Mitchell, Sr. for starters. Mitchell is a...

Explore Don Pedro by boat

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

CHEC docent Al Squires points out a buttonwood tree. BY SUE ERWIN – Ten explorers climbed aboard a 42-foot covered catamaran named the “Papyrus” and departed from Cape Haze Marina to Don...

Ocean CREST Alliance hosts conservation fundraiser on Palm Island

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

Dr. Sylvia Earle got a standing ovation from guests at the fundraiser. Photo by Sue BY SUE ERWIN – Ocean CREST Alliance teamed up with Palm Island Resort last Friday, Feb. 5 to hold a...

Wildflower open this weekend with lots to do

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

Lemon Bay Conservancy invites you to a free Open House at Wildflower Preserve on Saturday, Feb. 13 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come explore nature and take a guided trail walk with knowledgeable...

Gaffney entertains Garden Club with tales of weddings past

February 12, 2016
Marcy Shortuse
News

BY CLARE DOYLE – Design star Michael Gaffney gave the Boca Grande Garden Club a “flower-powered” Flower Week to remember. A capacity crowd in the Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium last...