This date in the Boca Beacon: Community Center 25th Anniversary, 25 years ago

FIVE YEARS AGO

The Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association v. Lee County legal dispute was settled over the “Damfi” project.

TEN YEARS AGO

The GICIA announced that they would be working in earnest to secure pledges for the purchase of the Mercabo facility.

FIFTEEN YEARS AGO

The Loose Caboose and local wildlife volunteers held a scavenger hunt to benefit the Wildlife Center of Venice.

TWENTY YEARS AGO

The Horse and Hound pet and equestrian boutique opened in the Historic Depot building. The Island School’s annual “Give Thanks Feast” was held at the Crowninshield House.

TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO 

Sprint announced that caller ID was officially available on the island. The Boca Grande Community Center celebrated its 25th anniversary.

THIRTY YEARS AGO

The Boca Grande Pass Marina was purchased by South Dock Co-op Inc. The Calusa Indian mound site on Cayo Costa was nominated for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.

THIRTY-FIVE YEARS AGO

The Albritton fishery in Placida changed its name to Boca Grande Fishery. The fishery was still owned by the Albritton’s family.

FORTY YEARS AGO

The Port Boca Grande Lighthouse received a $15,000 grant from the state for fencing, replacement of windows and staircases and to place a beacon in the light tower.