M/PIFCD representatives discuss fire services on island for GPICA members
Celebrating Pine Islanders: Mary Lou Martin
School Board affirms ‘the right of parents’ to make health care decisions for their children
Lee County Community Band’s first concert of season Nov. 9
Lee County Community brings the curtains up for veterans, and its season, with Band Director Gil Peltola, leading the over 60-member band as Stars, Stripes & Spotlights celebrates America’s soundtrack—from Broadway showstoppers to timeless marches, from Copland’s quiet lanes to stadium fanfare. On Veterans Day weekend, Nov. 9, at 3 p.m., the band invites and honors service members with Armed Forces Salute and unite the hall in a patriotic sing-along. Featuring trombone fireworks in Tailgate Concerto and classics like National Emblem, this family-friendly concert shines a spotlight on the music that has lifted stages, parades, and communities across the ...
Greater Pine Island Elks Hoops Shoot this week
The Greater Pine Island Elks are excited to announce that the annual Hoops Shoot contest is taking place at Pine Island Elementary School this week -- it began Tuesday, Oct. 14, and was set to conclude today, Wednesday, Oct. 15. This is a wonderful opportunity for the island community’s youth to showcase their skills and sportsmanship. The Elks National Free Throw Contest, also known as the “Hoop Shoot”, stands as the largest and most visible youth activity supported by Elks lodges across the nation. This year, 3,000,000 boys and girls aged 8 to 13 will participate, making it an exciting time for everyone involved. This program is a shining example of the Elks’ commitment to ...
Registration continues for youth pastel painting class at Pine Island Library
The Pine Island Library and Friends of Pine Island Library are co-sponsoring a pastel painting class for 11 to 16-year-olds on Saturdays on Nov. 1, 8 and 15, from 2-4 p.m. The workshops will be taught by noted Pine Island artist Zan Lombardo, who brings 34+ years of art teaching ...
Pine Island Food Pantry officials to address Pine Island Garden Club
This Thursday, Oct. 16, the Pine Island Garden Club, at its monthly meeting beginning at 9 a.m. at the Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, will host Bonnie Potter, president and former Cape Coral City Clerk; Nancy Ruedi, vice president with a background in food services; and Diane Gleason, treasurer and retired CFO, of the Pine Island Food Pantry. They will offer an overview of the mission and operations of this exclusively local organization. Founded in 1975, the Pine Island Garden Club mission includes the protection and conservation of natural resources, encouraging island beauty and stimulating the study of the fine art of gardening. Its civic duties include the creation and ...
