Community Calendar
AA Meetings
Sunday: 7:30 p.m., Methodist Church; Monday: 7 p.m., Methodist Church; Tuesday: 9:30 a.m., Fishers of Men Lutheran Church; Wednesday: 10 a.m., Fishers of Men Lutheran Church; Wednesday: 7:30 p.m., Matlacha Community Center; Thursday: 8 p.m., Fishers of Men Lutheran Church; Friday: 10 a.m., Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
(For women)
Friday: 8 p.m., St. John’s Episcopal Church’ Saturday: 8 p.m., Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
Alanon
Meets at Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, 10380 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, Thursday at 8 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Meets at Pine Island Methodist Church the first Thursday of every month, 10:30 11:30 a.m.
NA Meetings
Tuesday: 8 p.m., Methodist Church; Saturday: 6:30 p.m., Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step program for individuals suffering from food obsession, overeating, under eating and bulimia. (No dues, fees or weigh-ins). There is a meeting at Cape Christian Fellowship, at 2110 Chiquita Blvd., Fridays and Sundays at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 239-338-5948, or visit the Web site at www.foodaddicts.org.
Alden Pines Ladies League
The Alden Pines Ladies League is seeking members. The league plays on Thursday with a 7:45 a.m. shot-gun start. Players are expected to be ready to play at 7:30 a.m. A GHIN handicap is required to compete for prizes. The league competes for NET prizes only. For more information, contact May McDermond at 283-2482 or Alden Pines Golf Course at 283-2179.
Alden Pines Men’s Golf League
The Alden Pines Men’s Golf League is seeking new members. The League golfs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings with a 7 a.m. Shot Gun start. For more information, call the clubhouse at 239-283-2179.
Alzheimer and Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Meetings offer information on memory loss and the opportunity to share personal experiences and feelings related to a family member or loved one with memory loss. Meetings are the first Thursday of each month at the Pine Island Methodist Church, 5708 Pine Island Road (across from the firehouse), from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Alvin A. Dubin Center at 239-437-3007.
American Legion Post 136
4106 Stringfellow Road, 283-4434; Log onto www.post136fl.org.
Legion Riders meet first Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; Auxiliary meets second Wednesday at 7 p.m.; Legion Executive Board meets third Wednesday at 6 p.m.; Membership meets third Wednesday at 7 p.m.; Sons of the Legion meets fourth Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Log onto the website for meal times, music schedule and special events.
Bokeelia Wellness Center
Yoga classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday at 4 p.m., and Saturday at 11 a.m. Call Laraine DeCicco at 917-704-0003 for information. The center is at 13960 Stringfellow Road, Bokeelia.
CALUSA LAND TRUST
The Calusa Land Trust and Nature Preserve of Pine Island meets third Tuesday of each month (except August) at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church. calusalandtrust.org
CLASSICAL Hatha Yoga
Classical Hatha Yoga – Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m. at the Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road, and Wednesdays, 4-5:30 p.m., at Green Planet Farm, 14900 Stringfellow Road. Drop-in, $10. Contact Marketa or Rich, 352-362-1203.
Community Meditation
Free Community Meditation with Island Yoga is being offered at Island Girl Fitness Club, 10700 Stringfellow Road, Bokeelia. Thursday 11:05 to 11:30 a.m. 239-558-4060
From Our Hearts
From Our Hearts is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that raises funds to provide breast cancer screening and treatment (at no cost) for eligible persons in the Greater Pine Island / Matlacha area. FOH is united with Partners for Breast Cancer Care and Regional Cancer Center, Lee Memorial Health System. For more information, visit www.fromourheart.org or call 239-233-7437.
Greater Pine Island Civic Association
The Greater Pine Island Civic Association meets October through May on the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., at the Elks Club at Pine Island Center. All are welcome and you do not need to be a member to attend the meetings. All persons 18 years of age or older who reside on Greater Pine Island, which includes Pine Island east through Matlacha and Matlacha Isles, are eligible to join. The G.P.I.C.A. is civic in nature, so as to unite, in common cause, the residents and organizations of Greater Pine Island in a continuing effort to preserve and maintain a desirable, livable community. Dues are $10 per year. Visit www.GPICA.org to join or for information and news, or call Roger Wood (president), 920-421-3984.
Greater Pine Island Elks Lodge #2781
Elks Lodge located at the four-way stop on Pine Island. Lodge meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Wednesday and Friday chef specials, games and entertainment. Call lodge at 283-4388 for details or email pineisland-elks@gmail.com or visit www.elks.org / lodges / home.cfm?lodgenumber=2781.
GREATER PINE ISLAND LIONS CLUB
Established in 1969, meets 4th Monday of the month, October through April, at the Fisher’s of Men Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road, St. James City. We are a small club with big expectations and need your help. Our annual Raffle/Auction will be Feb. 15, at the St. James City Civic Center 6-10 p.m. Tickets $50 each includes big home cooked buffet, cash prizes from ticket sales of $1,000 1st (drawn last), $500 2nd and 3rd & 4th prizes $100 each. Live auction and silent auction during the event of items donated from statewide. For information: 239-283-9761.
GREATER PINE ISLAND MASONIC CLUB
Is meeting at St. John’s Episcopal Church at 7771 Stringfellow Road, St. James City on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 10 a.m. All Masons, ladies and guests are invited. For more information call Jim Foss at 239-896-0329 or Ron Ward at 239-283-1910. Cape Coral Lodge #367 meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at 244 Santa Barbara Blvd.
ISLAND CRAFTERS
Meets Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, at the St. James City Civic Association. Bring your own craft to work on, or contact Ellie (239-205-4042) for current craft and supplies needed. Future projects will be announced at meetings.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Pine Island
Meets every Wednesday at Bert’s Bar and Grill. Breakfast is at 7.30 a.m., followed by the meeting at 8 a.m. President Joy Veatch, 989-1840
Knights of Columbus
Meets at Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Matlacha Civic Association
Mail correspondence to P.O. Box 121, Matlacha, FL 33993.
Matlacha Hookers
The Matlacha Hookers general membership meeting will be held every second Monday of each month at the Sandy Hook Restaurant in Matlacha, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30. The Matlacha Hookers is a 5013 women’s civic organization whose mission statement is to “Make a Positive Difference in our Community” and is open to women over the age of 21. New members always welcome, please come join us.
Matlacha Mariners
Matlacha Mariners are seeking new members. The group meets the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. sharp at the Elks Club on Pine Island. For more information, call Wayne Reed at 239-283-8045 or go to the web at www.matlachamariners.org
Matlacha-Pine Island Firefighter’s Auxiliary
Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Station One. The Auxiliary is responsible for providing services and supplies to the M/PIFCD firefighters. All are invited to attend. Dues are $20 per year. For information, call Jeanne Adams at 283-3247.
Matlacha Yacht Club
The Matlacha Yacht Club welcomes new members (no yacht necessary). We are a boating/social club and activities include monthly meetings, boat and land excursions, raft-ups and fun get-togethers. The MYC meets at the Pine Island Elks on the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. For information, contact Commodore Terry Smayda at tasmayd@gmail.com
Museum of the Islands
The Museum of the Islands is open six days a week beginning Nov. 1. Don’t miss out on learning about the islands’ rich history and culture. Bring your children and grandchildren in for a popular Scavenger Hunt, browse our Gift Shop that has books (some by local authors) and many unique items. Hours are Tuesdays – Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Located near the library, pool and park at The Center.
Ndakhte Ndiaye
“Drumming with Ndakhte” School of Drum & Dance & Performing Troupe, 4625 Woodstock Road, St. James City. 239-283-7885; Email: sharingafrica@yahoo.com. Weekly drum classes on Pine Island: Wednesday & Friday nights at 7 and Thursdays at 4 p.m. $15 donation, includes African Drum Class, free dinner, film and use of a drum. Also drum sales, tuning and repairs
Overeaters Anonymous
Meets every Monday at 11:30 a.m., in the formation building at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church, located at 1922 SW 20th Avenue in Cape Coral. For information and directions call 239-898-5549.
Peace Meditations
Meditations centered in peace are held at 3 p.m., every Tuesday. Explore personal and spiritual essence to heal blocks to individual peace locally and worldwide. Everyone is welcome. Call Sheilana Massey, DD, at 282-3595.
Pickin’ in the City
On the first and third Sunday of the months, January to March, 2-5 p.m., at St. James City Civic Association, at 4th Street and Lemon Avenue. Bring your instruments and join in, or just come and enjoy the music, and maybe sing along. All are welcome. For more, call Cindy 282-9478.
Pine Island Alateen
The Pine Island Alateen Family group meets Sundays at 7:30 p.m. in the Pine Island United Methodist Church youth building. Students in middle and high school are welcome to attend. Alateen is a peer support group for teens who are struggling with the effects of someone else’s problem drinking. Many Alateen groups meet at the same time and location as an Al-Anon group. Alateen meetings are open only to teenagers.
Pine Island Art Association
Pine Island Art Association offering classes at Matlacha Community Park, 4577 Pine Island Rd. Call 239 283-4432 or visit www.pineislandart.com
Pine Island Boat Club
The Pine Island Boat Club meets the first Monday of each month at the American Legion Post 136, 4106 Stringfellow?Road, St. James City. Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. Call Commodore Butch Cleverienga at 239-283-8398.
Pine Island Chamber of Commerce
2nd Tuesday 6 p.m., Board of Directors meeting, at Chamber building. Guests welcome 3rd Thursday 6 p.m. Business After-Hours at member business (to be announced in press release the week prior) 4th Tuesday 7:30 a.m. Chamber Breakfast at Island Grill in Winn-Dixie Shopping Center. Speaker each month. Breakfast $7 per person.
Pine Island Community Church
The Thrift Store is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon
Pine Island Earth Friends
A community discussion group, which focuses on environmental issues, meets on the third Wednesday from 10-11:30 a.m. every month, but location varies. For information contact Diane Maher at 239-246-3930.
Pine Island’s Feed the Families
Every Sunday 5 p.m. Program offers free meals at the Pine Island Community Church, 5320 Doug Taylor Circle. Feed the Families is a non-denominational volunteer service provided to the community. Those wanting more information or are willing to donate time, talents and/or food,call the Pine Island Community Church, 239-283-9944
Pine Island F.I.S.H. Inc.
Pine Island FISH (Fellow Islanders Sending Help) offers volunteer assistance with the following services to qualified clients: non-emergency transportation to doctor, grocery, etc; lending mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, shower stools, etc.; emergency assistance for rent, utilities medical, etc.; respite and In-touch services. Monthly meetings are the first Thursday at Pine Island United Methodist Church at 3 p.m. Mailing address P.O. Box 357, Matlacha, FL 33993, phone 283-4442 or www.pineislandfish.org. New members always welcome.
Pine Island Food Pantry
The food pantry is housed in the Life Center of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church on Stringfellow Road in Bokeelia. The pantry, an equal opportunity organization, serves residences of Pine Island and greater Matlacha. Open Mondays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., closed on holidays. Nonperishable food can be dropped off at the following locations. Winn-Dixie, V.F.W., American Legion, Moose, Stonegate Bank and the Matlacha Post Office. Donations can be mailed to Pine Island Food Pantry, 12175 Stringfellow Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922. For inquiries, call 239-443-6561 and leave a message.
Pine Island Garden Club
Monthly Garden Club meetings are held on the third Thursday every month, from September through May, at the Fishers of Men Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road, and begin at 9 a.m. with coffee and refreshments followed by our guest speaker’s presentation and finishing up with a brief member’s business meeting. Club meetings are free and open to everyone. If you are interested in attending a meeting or becoming a member (annual dues are $20), call Alice Trant, Membership Chairman, at 239-243-6381.
Pine Island Moose Lodge #1954
8903 Stringfellow Road; 282-0438-Office
First and third Tuesday, men’s meetings at 7 p.m. Second and fourth Tuesday, women’s meetings at 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday lunch menu, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday lunch menu 12-3 p.m. Dinner specials, Monday through Saturday, open to members and qualified guests.
Pine Island Outdoor Sketchers
The Pine Island Outdoor Sketchers (formerly the Peter Quigley Outdoor Sketchers) meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at various sites on Pine Island. Everyone, regardless of experience, is invited to attend. Just bring a chair and your drawing/painting equipment. No charge.
Pine Island Pool
Hours: Sunday and Monday, closed; Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4;45 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Water aerobics daily at 10:30 a.m. The pool is located at 5675 Sesame Drive, Bokeelia. Call 239-283-2220.
Pine Island Public Library
The Pine Island Public library is located in the Pine Island Center at 10700 Russell Road. The phone number is 533-4350. Library hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesday, noon to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday, closed. Friends of the Library meets on the fourth Thursday at 3:15 p.m.
Pine Island Scouting Troops
n Cub Scouts, Pack 20. Den meeting every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Pine Island United Methodist Church (grades 1 through 5). Call Cubmaster, Tunis McElwain, 239-223-9946 for further information.
n Boy Scouts, Troop 20. Meeting every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at PIUMC (grades 6 through 12). Call Scoutmaster Mike Taylor at 898-0657 for more information.
PINE ISLAND OUTDOOR SKETCHERS
The Pine Island Outdoor Sketchers meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at various sites on Pine Island, November through April. Everyone, regardless of experience, is invited to attend. Just bring a chair and your drawing/painting equipment. No charge. For more information, call Denege at 239-282-2618.
Pine Island Tennis Club
The Pine Island Tennis Club plays each Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8-10 a.m. This is a free play time; all are welcome at the Phillips Park courts.
Pine Island Writers
If you enjoy writing, please join us every Monday at 7 p.m. (except holidays), at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 7771 Stringfellow Road, St. James City. For information, contact Gail Berreitter at 239-940-0809 or email us at info@pineislandwriters.org. Visit our website at pineislandwriters.org.
Qi Gong Club
Qi Gong stretching and yoga is offered Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Please contact Lee Tapager at 239-283-7678
St. James City Boat Club
The St. James City Boat Club provides a close 50-member organizational and social forum for boating enthusiasts. We offer boating fun ranging from island picnics and other local day trips, to cruising to the furthest reaches of the Bahamas, the Tortugas and many other adventurous places. In addition, it conducts fishing, snorkeling and diving trips. Monthly meetings are held in members’ homes to plan events. All club meetings and events are in keeping with the laid-back life style of our town. For more information regarding the club, call 560-0128 or visit www.stjamescityboatclub.com.
St. James City Civic Association
Activities are held year round and the public is always welcome. Mem-berships are open to the public and applications are available on the web site at www.sjccapi.org. Currently, the following activities are available: exercise class; bridge; mah jongg; painting; Book Club. For questions, email info@sjccapi.org. The SJCCA is at 4th Avenue and Lemon Street.
Tai Chi Club
The Tai Chi Club meets Tuesday & Thursday from 3-5 and 6-8 p.m. at the Fishers of Men Lutheran Church. Contact Frank Tuma at 283-9155.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4353
8150 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, 283-2277
VFW meets the first Monday the month, 7 p.m.; Ladies’ Auxiliary second Monday of each month, 7 p.m.; Men’s Auxiliary third Monday of the month, 7 p.m.; Joint membership meeting the fourth Monday of the month, 7 p.m. Full lunch menu Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday with homemade soup. Monday: Chicken Cordon Bleu sandwiches; Tuesday: liver & onions; Wednesday: chef’s special; Thursday: Mexican; Friday: fish & chips.