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CITY OF SANIBEL
The restored Sanibel Ballfields recently reopened at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
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CITY OF SANIBEL
The restored Sanibel Ballfields recently reopened at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
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CITY OF SANIBEL
The restored Sanibel Ballfields recently reopened at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
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The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities.
As part of Wellness Wednesdays, Lee Health will present “Nourish to Flourish: Nutrition & Cancer Prevention” on Oct. 15 at noon. Attendees will discover how the food on their plate can help protect their health as the speaker event will explore the connection between nutrition and cancer prevention. Learn practical tips, evidence-based strategies and everyday choices that can reduce risk and promote lifelong wellness. The program is free and open to the public; registration is required.
A collaboration with the Sanibel Public Library and MacIntosh Books + Paper, One Community, One Book will meet on Oct. 16 at noon. The monthly book club is designed to bring neighbors together through literature with local ties. “Sanybel Light: An Historical Autobiography,” by Charles LeBuff, will be discussed; he will be in attendance. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVPs are requested.
Free Trial Spanish, a lesson and informational session, will take place on Oct. 17 at 3 p.m. for grades 5-6 and at 4 p.m. for grades 7-8. Parents encouraged to attend. Lessons will begin in November.
The Canterbury School’s Computer Literacy Education and Outreach (CLEO) Club will host a community tech support event on Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. It will feature one-on-one tech sessions where seniors can bring their personal devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops) and receive assistance tailored to their needs. Topics covered may include setting up email accounts, navigating the internet, using social media platforms and understanding various applications. Light refreshments will be served. The free event is open to the public; registration is required.
The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District will offer complimentary blood pressure screenings on Oct. 20 from 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.
In partnership with Fashion First Workshops, Stitch By Stitch will take place on Oct. 21 at noon. The class will highlight sewing basics, fabric selection, pattern making and creative stitching. The cost is $45 for members and $54 for non-members. Registration is required.
In partnership with Fashion First Workshops, First Stitches will be held on Oct. 21 through Dec. 2 on Tuesdays. Ages 7-10 will meet from 2:30 to 4 p.m., and ages 11 and older will meet from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. The program will teach youths how to use sewing machines, follow patterns and take measurements. At the end, they will walk away with a wearable piece of fashion that they made. The cost is $220 for members and $260 for non-members. Registration is required.
Lee Health will offer complimentary body composition screenings on Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is required.
SANIBEL BALLFIELDS REOPEN
The Sanibel Ballfields reopened on Oct. 13. Following reconstruction after Hurricane Ian, the fields sustained further saltwater damage from storm surge during Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which left the grass irreversibly harmed. To restore playability and ensure long-term durability, they were closed in May for preparation work. Crews sprigged the fields with seashore paspalum grass — a more salt-tolerant variety — and laid rolls of sod in key areas. Thanks to the efforts, the ballfields are ready to welcome players, families and fans again.
The center is open on Mondays through Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
New and current members can call 239-472-0345 or stop by the front desk for help with setting up their CivicRec account. A variety of memberships, passes and punch cards are available.
To register or for the full schedule of programs and activities, visit https://secure.rec1.com/FL/sanibel-fl/catalog.
Sanibel Beach Parking Permits for residents and property owners are available for purchase. A (beach only) stickers cost $14, and A/C (beach and boat ramp) stickers cost $113. Bring a valid ID, current registration for each vehicle, proof of residency or ownership, and payment.
For questions, call 239-472-0345.
The Sanibel Recreation Center is at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel.