The Santiva Islanders Calendar is a great way to stay up-to-date on upcoming events on the island. Here are some of the events happening in October:
- Coffee Bistro: October 26 and 31, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s. Coffee and other beverages will be served. Volunteers will be available to answer questions, register new members, offer signups for activities and more. Enter off of Dunlop Road.
- Cardio and Strength Classes: October 26 and 31, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s. Mahnaz Bassir will host a Cardio and Strength class at The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s. This class is a great way to get a full-body workout that includes light to moderate aerobics, strength and balance exercises, and stretching. Participants are encouraged to bring water and a towel, but a mat is not required. Light weights may also be brought, but they are not necessary.
The cost of the class is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Members can also purchase a monthly membership for $40, which gives them unlimited access to all Cardio and Strength classes. Non-members can purchase a monthly membership for $80.
The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s is located at 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. To get there, take Dunlop Road and turn onto Periwinkle Way. The entrance to the church will be on your left
- Fun and Games: October 26, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s. This is a great opportunity to come out and have some fun with friends and family, while also meeting new people in the community. There will be a variety of games to choose from, including cards, board games, puzzles, Bridge, and Mahjong. If you’re new to any of the games, there will be experienced players available to teach you how to play. To get to The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s, take Dunlop Road and turn onto Periwinkle Way. The entrance to the church will be on your left. For more information about the event, please contact The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s at 239-472-2772.
- Stretch and Tone Class: October 26, 1 to 2 p.m. at The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s.
Mahnaz Bassir will host a Stretch and Tone class at The Gathering Place @ St. Michael’s. This class is a great way to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance. The exercises are done standing or sitting in chairs, so no mat is needed. Participants are encouraged to bring water and a towel.
The cost of the class is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Members can also purchase a monthly membership for $40, which gives them unlimited access to all Stretch and Tone classes. Non-members can purchase a monthly membership for $80.
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