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Member & Volunteer Appreciation BBQ Social

Wednesday, April 22nd

6-8pm

Join us at the Community House for a FREE night of fun for CH volunteers and members!

Join us for this exclusive night of dancing and fun featuring "The Cat Named Clark" band, cornhole, cash bar, soft drinks, raffle prizes, and a Southern comfort style BBQ buffet! Tea and lemonade are complimentary, alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the bar.

This event is in appreciation of our members and volunteers who made the 2025-2026 season so successful. We are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate you, and hope you can join us for this end-of-season social event!

Food is provided by Mission BBQ and consists of: Sliced brisket, pulled chicken, Mac n' Cheese, baked beans, cornbread, mixed greens, brownies, and cookies.

Music is provided by "The Cat Named Clark band"; a band that often performs in Sanibel and Captiva. They are a 70s soft rock cover band consisting of four members: Tanya Mahanger, Jimmy Jensen, Gus Centrone, and Bill Rogers.

Raffle prizes are available to win thanks to our generous sponsors: Bailey Matthews National Shell Museum, Billy's Rentals, Bit of Bailey's, Blue Giraffe, Bubbly Latitude, On Island, Pierce's Paw Paradise, Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory, and Dave Scheiber.

Free Entry for all Sanibel & Captiva Nonprofit Employees & Interns!

Please RSVP at (239) 472-2155

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Lacy McClary Art Show Opening 🖼️

We are pleased to present

Lacy McClary,

"Blooming Roots & Wings"

this Sunday, April 26 @ 2-5pm at The Sanibel Community House.

Before you head out with your Sanibel Art Hop passport to explore the local galleries, please enjoy the stunning creations by local artist Lacy McClary that we’ll be showcasing and offering for sale.

Immerse yourself in Lacy’s unique artistic vision before continuing your art adventure.

Lacy's artwork will be on display at the Sanibel Community House

To view more about Lacy, please visit her website at lacymcclary.com or her Instagram @lacymcclarystudio

A percentage of the proceeds from Lacy's artwork sales will be donated to Sanibel Community Association.

Sanibel Art Hop 🎨

If you’re passionate about connecting with others and sharing your skills, we’d love to hear from you!

We need leaders for our new book club and film enthusiasts club—these groups have high interest and are waiting for someone to guide them. 

Additionally, we’re seeking instructors for beginner-level cooking/culinary and visual arts classes (painting, drawing, etc.). If you’re interested in leading or teaching, or know someone who might be, please click the Instructor Proposal & Policy Form below and return the completed the form to Ivy Ankerson at ivy@sanibelcommunityhouse.net.

Your participation will help us to continue to enrich community spirit through educational, cultural, and social gatherings in our historic Community House! 

Sanibel Shellcrafters
Mondays 10am-1pm

Observe the original Shellcrafters at work and learn how to craft shell creations like the pros!

Take home a little piece of Sanibel Island as you use native shells to craft your unique creation. All ages are welcome, we would love for you to join us!

Limited spots! Book your tickets now!

$5 Members

$10 Nonmembers

Painting with Friends
Wednesdays 9am-12pm

All painters are invited to join in as we paint with our friends every Wednesday from 9 am - 12 pm. Bring your own supplies and art in progress. New painters welcome. Suggested donation $10.

Register and pay at the door.

Rotary Meeting
Fridays 7:30-9am

The Sanibel Captiva Rotary Club holds its weekly meetings at the Sanibel Community House every Friday morning.

Sanibel Hearts Club
Fridays 1-3pm

No reservations required, $5 suggested donation.

This fun card game is available to all. Beginners are always welcome!

Our Mission Statement:

“To enrich community spirit through educational, cultural and social gatherings in our historic Community House.”

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