Slow season = a shorter event list.
But don’t drift away just yet—there’s still plenty of island fun to come.
Fashion competition that transforms recycled and reused materials into runway-ready couture. Presented by The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society in partnership with Tribby Arts Center. Show takes place November 4th.
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Delve into author Lucy Foley’s brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. Presented virtually by the Sanibel Public Library.
Vitrual event.
2:00PM – 3:00PM
FREE
Beginners learn how to play; but all levels are welcome.
Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
5:30PM – 7:30PM
$$
Gather your crew and test your knowledge.
Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grill (2075 Periwinkle Way #14, Sanibel)
6:00PM – 8:00PM
FREE TO PLAY
Join the Sanibel Captiva Young Professionals for soccer and grilling.
Wa-Ke Hatchee Park (16760 Bass Road, Fort Myers)
6:00PM – 7:00PM
FREE
Join SCCF marine educators to see what’s washed ashore.
Sanibel Moorings Resort (845 E Gulf Drive, Sanibel)
9:00AM – 10:30AM
$$
Kids can make your own banana split craft.
Captiva Memorial Library (11560 Chapin Lane, Captiva)
Anytime between 10:00AM – 4:00PM
FREE
Reading, singing and playing to build reading skills. Babies to age 5-ish.
Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)
10:30AM – 11:00AM
FREE
This fun card game is available to all.
Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
1:00PM – 3:00PM
$5 suggested donation
Nine-hole, two-person team scramble.
The Dunes Golf Club (949 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel)
5:00PM
$$
Make Resilience Your Competitive Edge. Presented by FISH.
Florida Trust Wealth Management (2450 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
10:00AM – Noon
FREE
Mandatory for all volunteer coaches.
Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)
10:00AM – Noon
Open to the public. Pool, beach, activities, entertainment and more.
Sundial Beach Resort (1451 Middle Gulf Drive, Sanibel)
10:00AM – 6:00PM
$$
NO LISTED EVENTS
Have the Sanibel Fire Department check your blood pressure.
Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)
9:30AM – 11:30AM
FREE
All donors will receive a magnetic power bank and wellness checkup. Limited time slots available.
Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
9:00AM – Noon
Learn to make shell creations like the pros.
Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
10:00AM – Noon
$$
Open to ages 18 and older, bring your own equipment.
Sanibel Ball Fields (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)
6:00PM – 8:00PM
FREE
Donate gently used clothing, household items, decor, books and more.
Opening day is October 6th.
Noah’s Ark Thrift Shop (2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
Reading, singing and playing to build reading skills. Babies to age 5-ish.
Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)
10:30AM – 11:00AM
FREE
Chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work, The Democracy We Must Keep. Presented by the Sanibel Public Library.
Virtual event.
2:00PM – 3:00PM
FREE
Gather your crew for a night of musical fun!
Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grill (2075 Periwinkle Way #14, Sanibel)
7:30PM – 9:30PM
FREE
Join SCCF marine science educators to see what’s washed ashore.
Island Inn (3111 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel)
9:00AM – 10:30AM
$$
Make your own apple to welcome fall with a fun little surprise inside.
Captiva Memorial Library (11560 Chapin Lane, Captiva)
Anytime between 10:00AM – 4:00PM
FREE
Learn about volunteering at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife.
C.R.O.W. (3883 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)
3:00PM – 5:00PM
Create your own work of art. Ages 5 and up.
Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)
3:00PM – 4:00PM
FREE
Beginners and seasoned pros are invited to an evening of tying, conversation, pizza, and drinks.
Sanibel Fly Outfitters (2240 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
6:00PM – 8:00PM
FREE (donations accepted)
Advanced/intermediate mahjong. Mahjong sets are provided.
Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
5:30PM – 8:00PM
$$
Support group for all cancer types led by the SanCap Pink Project.
Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)
5:30PM start
FREE
Gather your crew and test your knowledge.
Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grill (2075 Periwinkle Way #14, Sanibel)
6:00PM – 8:00PM
FREE TO PLAY
- Most Fridays – Engaging speakers supporting the Rotary idea of Service above Self.
Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel) doors open 7:30 & meeting begins at 8:00.
- Inclusive group offering weekly activities for all adult islanders: full-time, part-time, or visiting. Santiva Islanders Center (2330 Palm Ridge Rd, Suite 11, Sanibel)
