News Releases
Stay up to date with all of the official announcements and news from the City of Sanibel.
New Session of Swim Gym Begins October 15th Sanibel Recreation Center
This water based fitness program is open to individuals 18 years and older who are dedicated to improving their fitness through swimming.
NOTICE! Temporary Electrical Outage - Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012, beginning at 10 p.m.
The City of Sanibel has been notified that between approximately 10 p.m., Tuesday, October 2nd, through 4 a.m., Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012, power will be temporarily interrupted to residences and businesses in the areas illustrated in yellow on the map contained in this news release.
Mobile Mammogram Returns Sanibel Recreation Center 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., October 1st, 2012 Book Your Appointment Now!
The City of Sanibel Recreation Center will host the Radiology Regional Center’s Mobile Mammo Coach, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., October 1st, 2012.
The City of Sanibel Received the following News Release from Lee County Regarding Sanibel Toll Facility Maintenance Painting
Beginning Monday, September 24, 2012, at 8:00AM, one toll lane will be closed to traffic at the Sanibel Toll Facility for routine preventative maintenance.
Sanibel Recreation Center Hall of Sponsors
Welcome to Chuck Bergstrom, a RE/MAX Realtor, a new sponsor whose sign will adorn the City of Sanibel Recreation Hall of Sponsors Walls.
Lee County Extension Agent, Stephen Brown, Provides Information Regarding a New Plant Pest to Sanibel, the Rugose Spiraling Whitefly
Please read this article for links, photos and additional information regarding this new plant pest.
NEW Fitness Class Schedule Effective Monday, October 1, 2012 Sanibel Recreation Center
Join us for a new line up of fitness classes starting Monday, October 1, 2012 at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
Your Vote Can Aid Wildlife, CROW & Sanibel in Receiving Community Giving Grant
CROW, the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, is one of 2,500 nonprofit organizations from around the country that have been nominated to compete for over $5 million in grants from Chase Bank.
2012 Fall Sanibel Adult Co-Ed Softball League
Join your friends and neighbors in the Fall 2012 Sanibel Adult Co-ed Softball League. Games will be played at the Sanibel Ball Fields on Wednesday nights.
Teens Kick Off the Football Season with NCAA Football Tailgate Night
Put on your team colors and join us for a night of college football on Saturday, September 22nd from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
ACT LOCALLY! Volunteers Needed for Clam Bayou Mangrove Restoration
Volunteers are needed to assist SCCF with mangrove restoration in Clam Bayou on September 14th & 15th, 21st & 22nd, and 28 & 29th. Advanced volunteer registration is required.
American Red Cross Community First Aid Sanibel Recreation Center
The American Red Cross Community First Aid course will be held Saturday, September 8th from noon – 4 p.m. at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
Blood Drive – Monday, September 17th
Monday, September 17, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the City of Sanibel is sponsoring the Lee Memorial Health System’s Bloodmobile at the Sanibel Recreation Center located at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road.
New Year’s Eve 50/50 Raffle Tickets On Sale September 10th Sanibel Recreation Center
The 2012 New Year’s Eve 50/50 raffle tickets will be available for purchase starting September 10th at the Sanibel Recreation Center.
Sanibel Recreation Center Open Regular Hours Labor Day Weekend
This Labor Day, take some time to stay “Fit 4 Life” at the Sanibel Recreation Center!
City of Sanibel Labor Day Holiday Schedule & Refuse Collection
Sanibel City Hall will be closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 3, 2012 and will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, September 4, 2012.
September Fun Day Grades Kindergarten through Eighth Sanibel Recreation Center
Register your child now for the upcoming Fun Day on Monday, September 17th.
Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Road TEMPORARILY CLOSED due to High Tide Water and Debris associated with Tropical Storm Isaac.
Please read this article and click on links for two short videos of current conditions at Sanibel Lighthouse Beach.
No Garbage Collection on Sanibel Monday, August 27, 2012
Due to current weather forecasts refuse, recycling and vegetation waste collection by Veolia, the City’s trash hauler, will be suspended on Monday, August 27, 2012 and will resume on Tuesday, August 28th.
TROPICAL STORM ISAAC UPDATE #8
Based upon the current forecast and projected storm surge, Sanibel is NOT under an evacuation order.