Lee County operations adjust schedules for Veterans Day
Greater Pine Island Elks to honor veterans in November
The Greater Pine Island Elks are joining fellow lodge members nationwide to honor veterans for their service throughout November. In an enduring tribute to America’s heroes, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has once again proclaimed November as Elks Veterans Remembrance Month. Elks National President Bryan Klatt encouraged all lodge and community members to honor those who have worn the nation’s uniform — living out this year’s theme — “Be the Difference.” For more than 157 years, the Elks have upheld their promise to the nation’s service members: “So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget ...
Pine Island Playhouse production of ‘Winnie the Pooh’ opens Friday
Pine Island Playhouse will be performing “Winnie the Pooh” in different locations on the island in November. The production will be performed at Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, at 10360 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7 and 8, at 7 p.m., then at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9. On Saturday, Nov. 15, the production will be performed at the Pine Island Public Library, at 10701 Russell Road, Bokeelia, at 10:30 a.m. The performances are free and open to the public with first-come, first-served seating. Donations are accepted and appreciated. For more about the Playhouse, visit https://www.facebook.com/PineIslandPlayhouse/
From the Firehouse: Remembering Capt. Larrimore
Registration for FISH Basket Brigade continues
The 2025 Pine Island FISH Basket Brigade is underway, and FISH is looking for the registration forms from parents in need of a little help, to enroll their children. Requests or referrals for Pine Island and Matlacha residents who could benefit from this program should be submitted to P.I. Fish at 239 283-4442 or the FISH website at pineislandfish.org, or use the QR code. For Spanish, text Carolyn at 707-291-0310 no later than Oct. 31. This allows staff the necessary time for any shopping, wrapping, sorting and assignment of gifts. A notice has been sent home with all the P.I.E. children on or about Oct. 8, for their parents to fill out and return to the P.I.E. office by Oct. ...
2nd Annual Beacon Christmas Blowout Extravaganza Nov. 15 at Attic Thrift Store
The 2nd Annual Beacon Christmas Blowout Extra-vaganza will be held Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Beacon of Hope Attic Thrift Store, 5090 Doug Taylor Circle, Suite 3, St. James City. The festive day will be packed with live music, delicious food and unbeatable holiday bargains, ...
Matlacha Holiday Lighted Boat Parade scheduled for Dec. 14
The Matlacha Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will be held Sunday, Dec. 14. Boats should gather on the south side of the Matlacha bridge at 5:30 p.m., and the parade will begin at 6 p.m. The best viewing is from the bridge or along the shores of Matlacha — but please respect private property. ...
