 Artist Myra Roberts and auctioneer Jean Baer Lily & Co. hosted a fundraiser with proceeds going to the Cultural Heritage Center of the Islands. So much to see and purchase, from artwork to jewels, there was something for every taste. The event raised approximently $15,000. Some of the artists included Dayrll Portoff, Luc Century, and Myra Roberts to mention a few. A big Thank you from co-owners Karen Bell and Dan Schuyler to everyone who gave donations, and all who supported the fundraiser. A special thanks goes out to auctioneer Jean Baer for doing such a great job, Richard Johnson from Bailey’s for the wonderful catering, Yvonne Hill the Culture Center coordinator, and the Gavin/Walker family. Click here to see more pictures. Photography/Editing/Publishing by Heather Mangan |
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The Sanibel Captiva Relay for Life Goes Broadway The Sanibel Captiva Relay for Life will be held February 21 – 22nd, 2009 from noon until 8a.m. |
Sanibel Island, Beachview Golf & Tennis Club and Zonta join forces and hold a gold buying fundraiser
Business, Charity Events, Sanibel
 Ellen Edelson & Cyndy Lorry On Friday October 10th Zonta of Sanibel & Captiva held a gold buying fundraiser at Beachview Golf & Tennis Club. Some locals and Fort Myers residents showed up to pitch in and see what they could get for some of their gold and silver. Noble Jewelers was on hand to evaluate and weigh all the jewelery. Don’t forget to send us testimonials of our site, creative story ideas and any upcoming events. You may also send us some of your own photos to compliment our stories. Check back regularly for multiple daily posts! Photography/Reporting/Publishing-Bryan Villanueva |
David Essel Event This Saturday!
Business, Captiva, Charity Events, Entertainment, Health, Outdoor Activities, Sanibel
The Sanibel Public Library “Celebrates Sanibel”
Business, Captiva, Charity Events, Entertainment, Outdoor Activities, Sanibel, The Arts|
Celebrate Sanibel! Celebrate Sanibel is a week of community festivities Nov. 2-8, 2008, to commemorate the island’s past, showcase the present, and envision the future. Special events include displays, programs, speakers, and more at locations around the island. More details are coming soon! Don’t forget to send us your testimonials of our site. We are looking for volunteer teen reporters: please send us your pictures and any interesting posting ideas Photography/Reporting - Courtesy of the Sanibel Public Library - Publishing-Bryan Villanueva |
Sanibel Captiva IEARN Meets at the Sanibel Community House
Business, Captiva, Charity Events, Entertainment, Health, Restaurants, Retail, Sanibel, The Arts
 The crew listening to what Brian Healy of Sanibel Wellness has to say On Tuesday September 16th IEARN (Island Events, Activities, Retreat Network) met at the Sanibel Community House to discuss upcoming events and how to bring more group retreats out to the islands. Don’t forget to send us your testimonials of our site. Also, please email us any ideas you have that you think would make a great story for us to post! Photography/Reporting/Publishing-Bryan Villanueva |
 The Children’s Educational Center of the Islands is celebrating 35 years of “dedication to education” this year. Upon entering you are greeted by a committed and caring staff, happy children, and a bright and cheerful environment. The Children’s Center has everything your child needs to develop in their younger years. Please email testimonials to let us know what you think about our site. Photography/Reporting/Publishing-Susan Grinstead |
Sanibel Captiva Daily.Com “Web Detective” Contest Winner
Business, Captiva, Charity Events, Restaurants, Retail, Sanibel, The Arts|
 Mark Receiving Winnings And The Winner Of The Sanibel Captiva Daily.Com “Web Detective” Contest Is…………Mark Lewis, Resident of Sanibel Island.
Sanibel Captiva Daily.Com awarded Mark a $500.00 gas certificate donated by Ken Kasten, owner of the Sanibel Shell Station. We are looking for Rex Dakos our runner up winner. Rex please contact us via our website so we can present you with your winnings. Be sure to check out The Sanibel Captiva Chamber Luncheon event on tomorrow’s posting. We would like to have a contest of “The Funniest Fish Faces”. Email us your pictures and we will present the winner with a gift certificate from one of our local establishments. Please email us testimonials of how you like our site. We would love to hear from you. Videographer-Brian Villanueva Photographer/Reporter/Publisher-Susan Grinstead
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Explore The San/Cap Beaches With The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation-Turtle Tracks Program-
Charity Events, Entertainment, Kids Corner, Outdoor Activities, Sanibel
 Makenna, Indigo and Dominic-Watching Turtle Video The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation is a non-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the protection of sea turtles that live on the beaches of Sanibel and Captiva. They Offer a ”Turtle Tracks” Educational Program that is both fun and informative. Scroll down for last night’s final scores of NY Giants vs. Redskins game. Remember to check out the David Essel Wellness Event. For more info click here. Photographer/Reporter/Publisher-Susan Grinstead
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Sanibel/Captiva Shell Museum - A Must See for Locals and Visitors
Captiva, Charity Events, Kids Corner, Retail, Sanibel
 A Fun Day At The Shell Museum A Day Of Discovery and Fun For The Whole Family Have you ever wonder where shells come from or how many different kinds of shells there are in the world? Then you must stop in and visit the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum located on San-Cap Road on Sanibel Island. ANYONE PLAYING “WEB DETECTIVE” GAME IS ENCOURAGED TO GO TO THE “TIPS PAGE” FOR AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TIP FOR THE DAY. As our Web Detective game comes to an end, please email us today and let us know if you want us to run the game again in the near future. Also, please let us know of any ideas you have to increase the fun! Scroll down for today’s Sanibel, football “kick-off” game schedule. Reporter/Publisher-Susan Grinstead Photographs Compliments Of The Bailey-Mathews Shell Museum
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Captiva Island Has A Small Grocery Store With A Big Heart
Business, Captiva, Charity Events, Retail, Sanibel
 Fresh Fuit and Vegetables Mike Gulnac, owner of The Island Store on Captiva is participating in a local food drive. The food drive is part of a nation- wide movement called BK2HK (Be Kind To HumanKind Week). This food drive will help to benefit hundreds of people, including children, thru out the Lee County area, who have been dislocated from their homes due to financial hardship and foreclosure of their homes. Dont forget to click on “Tips Page” for todays clue for the “Web Detective” Game. Photography/Reporting/Publishing by Susan Grinstead
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BAG DAY IS HERE!! A Favorite Shopping and Meeting Place for Vacationers and Local Residents On Friday, August 15th, Noah’s Ark Thrift Shop held its annual bag day. This is when customers pay only $3.00 for everything they can get in a bag and half-price for anything else. All proceeds from the non-profit Noah’s Ark go to the support of approximately twenty-five charitable organizations. Be sure to go to our “Tips Page” for more clues for our “Web Detective” contest. Photographer/Reporter/Publisher-Susan Grinstead
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Service With A Smile!
The Owners of the Hungry Heron Restaurant, on Sanibel Island, feel that serving the community is very important. Their oldest daughter, Megan, wanted to do something special and decided to donate her hair to the Locks of Love Foundation.
IT’S NOT TOO LATE! YOU CAN STILL PLAY WEB DETECTIVE!
START PLAYING WEB DETECTIVE NOW AND YOU MIGHT BE THE ONE TO WIN $500 IN GAS! CHECK OUT THE RULES ON OUR TIPS PAGE AND TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS. Photographer/Reporter/Publisher-Susan Grintead
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Don’t Forget To Play Web Detective - Coming Soon!
Captiva, Charity Events, Entertainment, Fishing, Golf, Kids Corner, Outdoor Activities, Restaurants, Retail, Sanibel, Tennis
The Sanibel/Captiva Optimist Club Holds 4th of July Road Rally!
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