The Sanibel Recreation Center has released its schedule for upcoming programs, featuring a mix of creative workshops, youth fitness, and community educational series. From sewing basics to resiliency discussions, here is what residents and visitors can look forward to in early January.
Creative Arts & Skills Workshops
Learn to Sew (Workshop) In partnership with Fashion First Workshops, this introductory session covers sewing basics, fabric selection, pattern making, and practical stitching skills.
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Date: January 7
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Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Cost: Members $45 | Non-members $54
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Registration required.
First Stitches (Youth Series) A 5-week series designed to teach youth how to use sewing machines, follow patterns, and create a wearable piece of fashion.
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Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 7 – Feb. 4
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Ages 7-10: 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Ages 11+: 4:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
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Cost: Members $220 | Non-members $260
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Registration required.
Sew Your Own Bag Participants will create a shell, yoga, or tote bag in this single-session workshop.
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Date: January 14
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Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Cost: Members $50 | Non-members $75
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Registration required.
Picture Perfect: 5 Weeks to Better Photos Instructor Casey Bradley Gent leads this photography class. The January 12 session focuses on “Picture Perfect Places.”
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Date: January 12 at 5:00 p.m.
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Cost: Single class: Members $20 / Non-members $25 | Full Series: Members $90 / Non-members $110
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Registration required.
Community & Education
Resiliency Cafe Hosted by the City’s Resiliency Department, this event fosters community discussion on recovery and future planning.
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Date: January 13 at 10:00 a.m.
Get to Know Your Island: SanCap Resilience Part of a speaker series designed to connect the community with local organizations, this free event will feature SanCap Resilience.
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Date: January 13 at 12:00 p.m.
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Details: Free and open to the public (registration required). Light refreshments served.
Sports & Fitness
Kids Tumbling Hosted by All Out Mobile Training, this weekly class improves coordination and fitness for elementary and middle school students.
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Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 14 – Feb. 4
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Grades K-3: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Grades 4-8: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Cost: Full Session: Members $60 / Non-members $85 | Drop-in: Members $20 / Non-members $25
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Registration required.
Spring Softball League Team registrations are now open for the upcoming season.
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Season Dates: Jan. 14 – March 25
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Contact: Chase Brown at chasen.brown@mysanibel.com for registration details.
Facility Information
Operating Hours:
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Mon – Thu: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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Fri: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Sat: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel Contact: 239-472-0345 Registration: Click here to register online or visit the front desk for assistance setting up a CivicRec account.
