Where Will The MRTF’s Be?
By now you've seen the Marine Resources Task Force pop-up tent around the community educating residents and visitors about the environment. It's an all-volunteer effort in which the committee can always use more volunteers. Here's where the group will be in February
Sanibel Chamber Lures in Big Water Guests
Members of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce will hear an update on water quality policy from Everglades Foundation CEO Eric Eikenberg and Chauncey Goss, board chair of the South Florida Water Management District next month.
These Pets Need A Home
Here’s an update from our friends at Find A Home Give A Home which is an all volunteer not for profit cat and dog rescue organization on Fort Myers Beach.
The 2022 Putt & Pub Was a Smashing Success
240 golfers converged on Fort Myers Beach last Saturday for the 11th Annual Fort Myers Beach Putt & Pub, hosted by the Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club. Non-profit organizations paired with local restaurants to create the fun community golf course.
3rd Street Residents Want Answers
An e-mail has been sent to Fort Myers Beach Town Manager Roger Hernstadt and the Town Council that included several pictures like this one. They were taken Sunday after the thunderstorms swept through and their street was completely under water.
Big, Big Show Saturday
Our 9AM guest this Saturday morning will be Kevin Cothron who's home was destroyed in of the tornado's that touched down in the Iona area. Kevin's son Tristan has set up a GoFundMe to try to help his Dad rebuild. We'll hear Kevin's story Saturday.
The New BTR Hats Are Here
Our new baby blue Beach Talk Radio hats have arrived. And, we know how super cool you will look keeping that hot winter sun out of your eyes. Until this batch is sold out, anyone who sends us $20.00 via Venmo (@Edward-Ryan-14) or PayPal, will not have to pay for shipping. Now that's a darn good deal.
Your Island Tour Guide: Jan Flemming
In case you missed it live Saturday morning, Kim went on a tour of some of the coolest places on Fort Myers Beach. Jan Flemming took Kim to The Mound House, Bay Oaks, The Beach School and The Historic Cottage. Thank you to Island Carts FMB for providing the Golf Cart for the tour. Watch the video HERE.
Learn About The History of Florida Today
Annisa Karim of Randall Research Center in Bokeelia is the guest speaker at today's Fort Myers Beach Kiwanis meeting. Karim will speak about the archeology, history and ecology of Florida. She'll explain the history of the Calusa and the shell mounds. The meeting is at 7:30 AM at Bonita Bills.
Calling All Water Warriors
On February 10th, the Friends of Lovers Key will host a panel discussion featuring several experts on water quality. The discussion will focus on recent efforts to restore the health of the Estero Bay watershed and what can be done to support these efforts.
It’s A Garage Sale At The Gallery
On Saturday, January 22, the Fort Myers Beach Art Association will host an indoor garage sale of all art related items donated by FMBAA members. The sale is open to the public from 10am to 3pm.
Wellness Week Coming to Ding
As part of its 40th anniversary celebration this year and to connect individuals with the natural world, the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge presents Wellness Week: Mind. Body. Heart. Feb. 7-12.