April 1 - 4
Little Shop of Horrors
Presented by The Schoolhouse Theater - In this charming, gleefully gruesome musical, Seymour, a poor florist's assistant, allows his craving for fame & fortune to seduce him into playing nursemaid to a man-eating plant from outer space. As the plant grows and grows, so does Seymour's affection for his co-worker, Audrey. Will Seymour & Audrey get to spend their future "somewhere that's green" or will the plant's plans of world domination come to fruition? Visit www.theschoolhousetheater.com for ticket information

April 9 - 30
Murder at the Howard Johnson's
Presented by The Schoolhouse Theater - Would you kill for love? Could you pull it off and get away with it? Arlene is a woman in an unhappy marriage who plots with her lover to kill her husband in a Howard Johnson's hotel room. Unbeknownst to Arlene, her lover and husband are also plotting her demise. Confusion and chaos mount as the trio engages in a hilarious all-out war of debauchery and back stabbing that will leave you rolling on the floor by the time the curtain falls. Visit www.theschoolhousetheater.com for ticket information

April 26
29th Annual Taste of the Islands
A day of fabulous food "Tastes" from some of Sanibel and Captiva's favorite restaurants. Live music from local and name entertainers as well as food judging by restauranteurs and the public. At the Sanibel Community Park from Noon - 6pm.

May 1 - 2
Murder at the Howard Johnson's
Presented by The Schoolhouse Theater - Would you kill for love? Could you pull it off and get away with it? Arlene is a woman in an unhappy marriage who plots with her lover to kill her husband in a Howard Johnson's hotel room. Unbeknownst to Arlene, her lover and husband are also plotting her demise. Confusion and chaos mount as the trio engages in a hilarious all-out war of debauchery and back stabbing that will leave you rolling on the floor by the time the curtain falls. Visit www.theschoolhousetheater.com for ticket information

May 13
Islands Night
Sponsored by Sam Bailey, this annual event is an evening of Miracle baseball, a parade, music, goodies, socializing and just plain fun! There are always LOTS of locals at this event and all the hawkers are islanders. (be a hawker, you'll love it!) This year's festivities begin at 6:30p with the On-Field Parade and pre-game Ceremony (fun to be in!), followed by an Islander singing the National Anthem. For the kids there are between innings games and contests. All Islands Night proceeds go to local charities. This is a FREE event, but you do need tickets - pick them up at Bailey's General Store. The Sports Complex/Hammond Stadium is on Six Mile Cypress Road.

July 4 Sanibel's Annual July 4th Celebration Start your day with an old-fashioned hometown parade at down Periwinkle at 9:30am and enjoy the sights and sounds as paraders treat the crowd to free gifts and candy (and the occasional cool-down spraying). Plan to visit local restaurants and shops after the parade and take advantage of the many sales and events planned. The City Fireworks Display is scheduled to begin at dusk, and as in past years, the display will be on Bay Drive near the Causeway. One of the best locations to view the fireworks display is from the Causeway spoil islands. Get there early and stake out your spot!

October 18
25th Annual BaileyFest
Enjoy family fun with carnival games, live music and entertainment, raffle prizes, and lots of free food and drink as the Bailey brothers show their appreciation to Islanders and customers. From 1pm - 5pm in the Bailey Center parking lot.

October 18 - 24 J.N. "Ding" Darling Days To honor the birthday of "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge's namesake, the Refuge will host nature photography workshops, wildlife and environmental speakers, a Youth Day and other special events throughout the Sanibel community. The celebration culminates on the 24th with a family festival featuring free hot dogs and free narrated tram tours through the Refuge. Visit www.dingdarlingdays.com for more information.

November 5 - November 8
22nd Annual American Sandsculpting Championship Festival, Ft. Myers Beach
Well worth the drive, this competition attracts the premier sandsculptors in the country. You won't believe what they can create. Historically located on Estero Island's south end, with parking well-marked. Fantastic for all ages - don't forget your camera !!!!! Go to http://sandsculptingfestival.com or call 1-866-916-SAND for more info.

December 4 Sanibel Luminary Festival Travel through more than three miles of lighted paper luminaries to visit stores, shops and restaurants completely decked out in their best holiday lights and finery while enjoying refreshments and live music. Truely a great evening! The fun starts at dusk and ends approximately 9p.m.

December 5
Captiva Luminary Festival
Lighted paper luminaries, stores decorated with holiday lights, refreshments and music all combine to kick off the holiday season! The Village is the place to be from dusk until approximately 9p.m.

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