Tickets are open for the Captiva Community Panel\u2019s (CCP) Annual \u201cWelcome Back\u201d Cruise.<\/p>\n
The 2025-26 season event will take place on Dec. 1 aboard the Captiva Cruises\u2019 Lady Chadwick. Attendees will depart at 4:15 p.m. from McCarthy\u2019s Marina on Captiva and return at 6:15 p.m.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a way for community members to get back together and socialize with each other, and do it in a nice setting,\u201d Panel Member and Development Committee Chair Margarethe Thye-Miville said.<\/p>\n
The proceeds from the event will support the CCP.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt the same time, it\u2019s a slight fundraiser,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Attendees will enjoy hors d\u2019oeuvres by Cantina Captiva, the Keylime Bistro, RC Otter\u2019s Island Eats, Sunshine Seafood Cafe and Wine Bar, and the restaurants at the \u2018Tween Waters Inn & Marina.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s always delicious,\u201d Thye-Miville said.<\/p>\n
There will also be refreshments.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s an open bar,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
During the cruise, CCP members will talk about the organization\u2019s work and answer questions.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe give information about the Captiva Community Panel,\u201d Thye-Miville said.<\/p>\n
In addition to the food sponsors, Bank of Islands and Captiva Cruises are supporting the event.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m very grateful for their generous support, and for everyone who is supporting by attending,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Tickets are a $125 donation per person.<\/p>\n
The community is encouraged to reserve a spot.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s having a good time, while supporting a good cause,\u201d Thye-Miville said. \u201cBy coming to the event, you are supporting what the Captiva Community Panel stands for.\u201d<\/p>\n