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⚑🌴Sanibel & Captiva's Weekly Buzz - January 29 🌴⚑

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The Sanibel Captiva Guide Newsletter

We bring the magic of Sanibel and Captiva directly to your inbox. Insider tips, local favorites, and a taste of island life!🌴

Thursday, January 29, 2026 (Issue #49)

πŸ””CAPTIVA UPDATE

New information has been released regarding the Rauschenberg property on Captiva. You can read the latest details and background from Protect Captiva.

See you around the islands!

Nick, Lori & Max

πŸ—žοΈπŸ“£LOCAL NEWS

🎢🎡🎸 LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

​Keylime Bistro (11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva)

Daily 12:00PM - 5:00PM & 5:30PM - 9:30PM

​MudBugs Cajun Kitchen (1473 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
Daily 5:00PM - 9:00PM

​RC Otter's Island Eats (11506 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva)

Daily 1:00PM - 4:00PM & 5:00PM - 8:00PM

​Spatini Tea Bar (1508 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)
Jazz every Friday 6:00PM - 9:00PM

​The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club (949 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel)
Danny Morgan plays every Monday & Friday 5:30PM - 8:30PM

​Tutti Pazzi Italian Kitchen (1200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)

Mon. 5:30PM - 8:30PM, Tue. 6:00PM - 9:00PM, Wed. 7:00PM - 10:00PM, Thurs. 6:30PM - 9:30PM
Sat. (Karaoke) 8:00PM - 10:30PM, Sun. 5:30PM - 8:30PM

Results of previous poll.
Have you ever attended an event at BIG ARTS?
Yes - 40.5%
No - 59.5%

πŸ“† EVENTS/HAPPENINGS - Submit an Event​

​Trip to the Revs Institute Museum-Naples​

Trip to the Revs Institute includes admission, a one-hour guided tour, transportation, and a self-pay lunch stop.

Depart from Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)

9:30AM - 4:00PM

$$

β€‹β€œDing” Darling Winter Lecture Series​

Author, photographer, and conservationist Kirsten Hines, Birds of Florida.

"Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge (1 Wildlife Lane, Sanibel)

Two sessions: 10:00AM and 1:00PM

FREE

​Malacology 101 ​

Chris Witt from the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum breaks down mollusks, shelling, and why these creatures are cooler than you might think.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

11:00AM - Noon

FREE

​Exploring the Danish Practice of Hygge​

Participants will enjoy calming activities like guided reflection, simple crafts, and sensory experiences that promote relaxation and creativity.

Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)

Noon - 1:30PM

FREE

​Get Pinned Porch & Patio​

Light refreshment and live music. Members will receive a 90th anniversary lapel pin.

Captiva Civic Center (11550 Chapin Lane, Captiva)

5:00PM - 7:00PM

$$

​The Foley Five: An Island Wine Dinner​

An evening with James Slusarz featuring Foley Family Wines, a full dinner by Chef Karl, and hosting partners Cali Johnson of A Bit of Bailey’s and The Island Store.

Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)

6:00PM - 8:00PM

$$

​The Players: Former Members of Chicago​

A high-energy evening of music.

BIG ARTS Sanibel (900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

7:30PM start

$$

​Family Storytime​

Sing, read, ask questions, and move during stories, followed by early literacy centers. Babies to age 5-ish.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

10:30AM - 11:00AM

FREE

​
​Inner Wisdom Collage​

You’ll create personal wisdom cards that inspire and anchor you in the months ahead. No art skills needed.

Captiva Civic Center (11550 Chapin Lane, Captiva)

3:00PM - 6:00PM

$$

​Line Dancing 101: Wedding Bell Boot Scoot​

Learn the must know wedding line dances.

Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)

6:30PM - 8:00PM

$$

​Water Conservation Workshop​

Freshwater is limited...especially on an island. Learn ways to conserve this valuable resource.

Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)

10:00AM - 11:00AM

FREE

​The Cleo Club​

Bring your smartphones, tables and laptops for a personalized Q&A.

Sanibel Recreation Center (3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)

10:00AM - 11:00AM

FREE

​Morgan James -Soul Remains Tour​

Morgan James is a Juilliard trained singer, songwriter, actress and recording artist in New York City.

BIG ARTS Sanibel (900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

7:30PM start

$$

No Listed Events

​Marine Biology and Beach Field Lab​

This hands-on course hosted by the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum explores micromollusks and the beach ecosystem during a negative tide for a better chance to see live mollusks.

Gulfside City Beach Park (2001 Algeirs Lane, Sanibel)

7:00AM - 9:00AM

$$

​Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Volunteer Training​

The first of a two day training class for new volunteers. The second session will take place on February 9.

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village (950 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

9:00AM - 1:00PM

FREE

​Chat with an Author Michelle D. Gladieux: Communicate With Courage​

Want to communicate with more confidence and impact? Learn practical, real-world β€œPro Moves” you can use right away to communicate with courage.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

11:00AM - Noon

FREE

​BIG ARTS Film Series - The Secret Agent​

In 1977, a tech expert returns to Recife seeking peace, only to find his past waiting for him.

BIG ARTS Sanibel (900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

7:00PM start

$$

​Sunrise Shell and Mollusk Stroll​

Join a Bailey-Matthews Museum marine biologist for an early-morning, low-tide beach stroll to learn about local mollusks and their shells.

Lighthouse Beach (110 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)

8:00AM - 9:30AM

$$

​Family Story Time​

Reading, singing and playing to build early reading skills. Babies to age 5-ish.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

10:30AM - 11:00AM

FREE

​Surviving the Storms – Hurricanes, Humans & Wildlife​

Presentation by Charles Sobczak that looks at the impact major hurricanes have had on properties, landscapes and wildlife.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

11:00AM - 1:00PM

FREE

​The Doctor is No Longer In​

Dr. MaryAnn Wilbur, MD, MPH, MHS of Sanibel will present highlights from her recently published book (The Doctor is No Longer In

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

11:00AM - Noon

FREE

​Crafternoon: Rainbow Etching​

Make a magical rainbow work of art!. Ages 3 and up.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

3:00PM - 4:00PM

FREE

​A Winemaker Dinner​

Uncork an exquisite cooking demonstration with Loretta Paganini.

Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)

10:00AM - 1:00PM

$$

​The Lincoln Assassination​

Join Edison Ford Winter Estates Museum Manager Holly Shaffer for a presentation about the Lincoln assassination.

Sanibel Public Library (770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

11:00AM - Noon

FREE

​Wildlife Photography Tips and Tricks​

Learn how to capture incredible photographs of wildlife while being responsible stewards of natural spaces

Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) (3883 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel)

4:00PM - 5:00PM

$$

​Wine 101: Continuing The Fun​

This guided experience explores four classic wine styles.

Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)

6:00PM - 8:00PM

$$

​Valentines Bingo & BBQ​

Valentines Bingo proceeds support Trailways Camps.

Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church (2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel)

5:00PM start

$$

​BIG ARTS Speaker Series: Bill Kristol & Ambassador Peter Galbraith​

Bill Kristol will share insights drawn from his decades-long, distinguished political career, including leadership roles in the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations. He will be joined by Ambassador Peter Galbraith.

BIG ARTS Sanibel (900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel)

7:30PM start

$$

​Caloosa Comedy Night​

Headliner Bob DiBuono.

Event space at Rosalita's Cantina (975 Rabbit Road, Sanibel)

7:30PM start

$$

​Blue Giraffe Trivia Night​

  • Every Thursday: 6:30PM Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grill (2075 Periwinkle Way #14, Sanibel) FREE TO PLAY

​Captiva Civic Center​

  • Mahjong: Most Mondays, beginners are welcome. 1:00PM - 3:30PM FREE
  • Yoga: Most Tuesdays and Thursdays two classed 9:15AM & 10:45AM $$

Captiva Civic Center (11550 Chapin Lane, Captiva)

​"Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge​

  • Educational Programs: Seven days a week, giving visitors of all ages the chance to learn about local wildlife.

J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge (1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel) Hours vary. FREE

​Farmers Markets​

  • Captiva: Every Tuesday 9:00AM - 1:00PM South Seas Resort Entrance (5400 Plantation Rd, Captiva) FREE
  • Sanibel: Every Sunday 9:00AM - 1:00PM Sanibel City Hall (800 Dunlop Road, Sanibel) FREE

​SanCap Running Club​

  • Saturday Morning Run: All paces welcome.

Lighthouse Beach Park (110 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel) Every Saturday, 6:30AM - 7:30AM FREE

​Sanibel Bicycle Club​

  • Saturday Morning Ride: All level of rider welcome.

Sanibel Community Park (2231 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel) Every Saturday, 8:00AM - 10:00AM FREE

​Sanibel-Captiva Rotary​

  • 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.

​Sanibel Community House​

  • Most Mondays - Shellcrafters Class, Most Wednesdays - Painting with Friends, Most Thursdays - Line Dancing, Most Fridays - Sanibel Hearts

Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel) $$

​Santiva Islanders​

  • An inclusive group offering weekly activities for all adult islandersβ€”full-time, part-time, or visiting. Regular offerings include Euchre, Mahjong, yoga, exercise classes, and social gatherings. Santiva Islanders Center (2330 Palm Ridge Rd, Suite 17, Sanibel)

​SCCF - Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation​

Educational Opportunities

  • Most Mondays - Guided Plant Walk
  • Most Tuesdays - Guided Trail Walk
  • Most Wednesdays - Guided Beach Walk
  • Most Thursdays - Guided Trail Walk & Guided Beach Walk
  • Every Fridays - Guided Beach Walk

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Most Tuesdays - Tarpon Bay Oyster Restoration
  • Most Wednesdays - Trail Blazers
  • Most Thursdays - Gopher Tortoise Project
  • Most Fridays - Puschel Patrol

​Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Arts and Crafts Festival - Feb 14 & 15
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β˜€οΈ WEATHER

Thursday, Jan 29

⬆️64 ⬇️46 | β˜€οΈ | Rain chance 0%

Friday, Jan 30

⬆️64 ⬇️55 | 🌀️ | Rain chance 0%

Saturday, Jan 31

⬆️62 ⬇️47| 🌧️ | Rain chance 55%

Sunday, Feb 1

⬆️50 ⬇️42 | ΰΌ„ | Rain chance 0%

πŸŒ… Sunrise 7:14AM - Sunset 6:08PM πŸŒ…

πŸ€— THANKS

That’s it for this week from the islands. Thanks for reading, sharing, and cheering on Sanibel & Captiva as they continue to shine. ✨

Nick, Lori & Max Adams (26 years - and counting - of connection to Sanibel & Captiva)​
Founders | The Sanibel Captiva Guide
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