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The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club on Sanibel recently announced a planned expansion of its pickleball courts and the chance to reserve one of 50 pre-construction memberships for purchase on Dec. 1.

A pickleball membership includes access to the club and unlimited court time for the balance of 2022 and 2023. Benefits include 20 percent off pickleball lessons, use of the pool and sundeck, charging privileges at the club, invitations to member-only events, preferred dining reservations, 15 percent off in the dining room and bar, 20 percent off golf and tennis apparel, and reduced fees for the outdoor entertainment pavilion.

For more information, visit DunesGolfSanibel.com or call 239-472-3355.

The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club is at 949 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel.

Candles, Santa, live entertainment, open houses, and a new Luminary Lager brew — the 2021 Luminary Holiday Stroll will return to its traditional festivities on Dec. 3-4 on the islands.

The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 37th year of bringing holiday cheer, once again setting the pathways aglow with candlelight, a warm welcome and goodwill. Sanibel will observe Luminary on Dec. 3 and Captiva on Dec. 4 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Highlights will bring a live nativity scene to Sanibel and the well-loved golf cart parade to Captiva.

Last year, Luminary introduced fresh traditions that will continue this year. The tagline “Eat. Shop. Stay. Play,” created for 2020, has become permanently woven into the fabric of chamber messaging. Also, a limited-edition Luminary Lager brewed by Point Ybel Brewing Company will be on tap. The lager will be available for a limited time at: the Casa Ybel Resort, Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille, The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club, RC Otter’s, Tipsy Turtle, and Traditions on the Beach.

The Island Inn is the presenting sponsor.

Apply to Become a Commissioner of the Captiva Erosion Prevention District.

At the CEPD November Board meeting, Commissioners discussed opening the vacancy for the Secretary position following the loss of Harry Kaiser, who devoted years to serving the residents of Captiva on our Board of Commissioners.

The Captiva Erosion Prevention District is governed by an elected board of five commissioners, each of whom is a qualified elector residing within the district. This is a non-partisan office.

Why Become a Commissioner of the Captiva Erosion Prevention District?

• Because you are community-oriented.
• Because you care about preserving and sustaining the coastal environment.
• Because you recognize the benefits beach renourishment bring to both the community and local economy.
• Because you want to make sure Captiva is a viable and thriving community well into the future.

Visit www.mycepd.com to complete and submit your application. Application can be submitted to Jelston@mycepd.com deadline for submitting your application is December 31st , 2021, by the end of business day.

The 13th Annual 10K Race 4 F.I.S.H., originally scheduled as a hybrid virtual and in-person event on Oct. 23, 2021, is now completely virtual. The change to an all virtual event was made out of an abundance of caution and care for participants and islanders due to the ongoing rise in COVID-19 cases.

You can register through Fort Myers Track Club and it’s open until October 31st. Below are the specifics

• Registration closes October 31st (11:59pm).
• Times must be entered by October 31st (11:59pm).

All participants will receive a gender-specific tri-blend tee shirt and medal printed with the 13th Annual Sanibel Island 10K Race for F.I.S.H. race logo.

Chefs of SWFL (series), our first featured chef, SO many more to come! Chef Fabrizio of Sea Salt.

John R Wood Properties and LeAneSUAREZGroup presents SoWeFlo Life… Every episode, from the heart, by our family of agents who love life in SouthWest Florida.

The City of Sanibel has received from Lee County updated communications related to the Shoreline Stabilization Project currently underway on Sanibel Causeway Island B.

The Sanibel Causeway Island B Shoreline Stabilization Project addresses chronic erosion of the San Carlos Bay and Pine Island Sound shorelines of the Causeway. The project consists of clearing exotic vegetation along the shoreline, excavating some existing stone which will be reused, placement of new beach sand and construction of “T-Groins”. A T-Groin is a structure built perpendicular to the shoreline and is used to capture sand preventing it from eroding off the beach.

The contractor will work first on the Pine Island Sound side of the island then move to the San Carlos Bay side of the island. Areas of Island B will be restricted during the construction of the shoreline stabilization project. The project is expected to be complete by spring 2022.

Sanibel residents and visitors are encouraged to track the progress of the project by visiting https://www.leegov.com/parks/beaches/causeway.

Fall fitness class schedule starting Monday, October 4th, 2021 at the Sanibel Recreation Center. Classes offered are for all persons 12 years old and older at all fitness levels. Classes are included with Sanibel Recreation Center memberships. Members must show their Sanibel Recreation Center membership card to attend fitness classes. Face mask is required inside the Recreation Center for all persons aged 2 and older.

Weekly Fitness Class Schedule – Effective October 4th

Mondays
8:30 a.m. Basic Yoga
10:00 a.m. Vertical Pilates

Tuesdays
8:30 a.m. Cycling
10:00 a.m. Power Sculpting

Wednesdays
8:30 a.m. Meditation
10:00 a.m. Bosu Pilates

Thursdays
8:30 a.m. Cycling
10:00 a.m. Power Sculpting

Fridays
8:30 a.m. Cardio Yoga
10:00 a.m. Dailey Method

Saturdays
8:30 a.m. Cycling
10:00 a.m. Mat Pilates

Sanibel farmers market is returning for its 14th Season. The opening day of the farmers market is Sunday, October 3rd, 8 am to 1 pm.

The Sanibel Island Farmers Market was established in 2008. Now, it is one of Southwest Florida’s most beloved places to go to for fresh fruits, vegetables, and a variety of other local treats.

You can visit the Sanibel farmers market every Sunday from Oct. 3 through May 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is something for everyone, from fresh fruits and vegetables, honey and cut flowers, to meats, seafood, prepared meals, cupcakes, bagels, fresh guacamole, native plants, and more.

New vendors this year include Mangia Meatballs, Pickles and Olive Garden, Sage & Indigo Juices, Key Lime Pies, Simply Savory Dips, Ackermann Syrups, Courageous Seeds with kava chai, ghee, herbal teas, honey elixirs and cedar burning bundles, and Karina’s Kitchen with German food, plus Divine Tea for the month of October.

Location
Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road

When
Oct. 3 to May 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Organizer
Local roots