The Sanibel Recreation Center has shared updates on seasonal programs, community events, and facility maintenance.
Facility Closure & Parking Permits
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Annual Maintenance Closure: Now through August 9
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Reopening Date: August 11
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Parking Permit Sales: Through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., at the Sanibel Planning Department, 2475 Library Way
Fall Aftercare Program
Dates: August 11 – November 7
Grades: Kindergarten through 8th grade
Activities:
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Supervised homework time
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Active play & sports
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Arts & crafts
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Swimming
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Social and emotional growth activities
Cost: $390 members | $490 non-members (per child)
Financial aid available for those who qualify. Registration required.
Sanibel Storm Youth Basketball
Season: Mid-August – Early October
Schedule:
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Fridays (Aug. 15 – Oct. 3):
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Grades K–1 & 2–3 → 4:30–5:30 p.m.
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Grades 4–5 & 6–8 → 5:30–6:30 p.m.
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Mondays (Aug. 18 – Sept. 29):
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Tiny & Pre-K4 → 4:15–5 p.m.
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Banquet: October 3
Cost: $45 members | $56 non-members
Sponsors: Periwinkle Place Shops & Whitney’s Bait & Tackle
Volunteer Coaches Meeting
Date: August 16, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Purpose: Streamline onboarding for youth sports coaches.
Requirements:
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Completed volunteer application & code of conduct
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Background check clearance
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Affidavit of good moral character (notarized annually)
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Compression-Only CPR certification (free, provided by City of Sanibel)
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Youth concussion awareness training
Contact:
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Deputy Director Char Durand → charlotte.durand@mysanibel.com
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Recreation Program Coordinator Chase Brown → chasen.brown@mysanibel.com
Community Cookbook for a Cause
The Sanibel-Captiva Cookbook is now in its fourth reprint.
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Price: $40
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Includes: Recipes, stories, and island history
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Proceeds benefit: Youth Financial Assistance Program & Children’s Education Center of the Islands
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To order: Contact the center for in-person purchase or shipping options
General Information
Hours:
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Mon–Thu: 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
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Fri: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Sat: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Address: 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel
Phone: 239-472-0345
Register & Program Schedule: Sanibel Rec Catalog
