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Sand Sculpting Championship

The 33^rd annual American Sand Sculpting Championship returns to Fort Myers Beach from Friday, November 22, through Sunday, December 1, at the Wyndham Garden Hotel at 6890 Estero Boulevard daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the talented sculptors, there will be Quick Sand speed sculpting, Kid’s Zones, sand sculpting demonstrations, live music and the Sand Vendor Village with a record number of exhibitors. The 2019 American Sand Sculpting Championship is one of the biggest of its kind, with roughly 50,000 people annually attending the event. “We award the Solo winner on Sunday the 24th,” said Bill Knight, Championship co-chair with wife Marianne of “The Sand Lovers” from Fort Myers. “The Doubles and Advance Amateur Crowns on Sunday, December 1. There is a true Amateur Contest on Saturday, November 23, with 6 categories open to everyone.” Even though the American Sand Sculpting Championship does not officially begin until Friday, November 22, Bill explained, “Most of the Master Sculptors are already on the Wyndham beach by Friday, November 15, to prepare the initial sculptures so guests early in the Championship will already see some masterpieces! One of the sculptures you will not believe is the signature design that all of the Masters work on together as a group carving. It is going to be a 360-degree sculpture that is a salute to the seasons that has never been done anywhere else in the entire world and will be massive!”  FULL ARTICLE AND RESOURCE

Split Council Denies Boardwalk

Vacates Land for Margaritaville

The Council for the Town of Fort Myers Beach held a marathon meeting on Monday, November 18. The session began at 9 a.m. and ended at 4:25 p.m., just under 7-1/2 hours. A large chunk of that time was the hearing for a Special Exception to the Land Development Code (LDC) in the Environmentally Critical Zone for a dune walkover and boardwalk for Texas Hold ‘Em LLC and Squeeze Me Inn LLC at 8150 & 8170 Estero Boulevard. Town Staff advised Council to deny it, but the 7-member volunteer Local Planning Agency unanimously recommended its approval with conditions. Martha Collins of The Collins Law Group represented the Town and Audubon Florida since the matter began in September 2016. Near the end of her roughly hour-long presentation to Council, she concluded, “The Town has a longstanding history of protecting the Little Estero Island Critical Wildlife Area for the public at large, for the Town residents, economy and natural resources, so we recommend you support Staff’s recommendation of denial.”  

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FUN ISLAND EVENTS

Thanksgiving Week 

• Tuesday, November 26th

SHELLING& BEACHCOMBING
10am, Lovers Key State Park. Join a Park Naturalist to learn about the fascinating shells you can discover on Lovers Key. Reservations required by calling 239-463-4588, Free with paid park entry. 

• Wednesday, November 27th 

FARMERS MARKET
8am-1pm, Beach Baptist Church. 

ART SHOW
10am-3pm, FMB Art Association Gallery.

• Friday, November 29th 

ART SHOW
10am-3pm, FMB Art Association Gallery. 

SUNSET CELEBRATION
5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert by High Tide. 

• Saturday, November 30th

ART SHOW
10am-3pm, FMB Art Association Gallery.

SUNSET CELEBRATION
5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert by Remedy. 

 

Fort Myers Beach Featured Homes

NEW LISTING

22712 Island Pines WAY 401
Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931 

Listing provided by Lahaina Realty

Perfectly located Bright and Sunny 4th floor end unit with spectacular bay views overlooking canal and preserve. Enjoy a short walk across Estero Blvd to the the nicest beach on the island and Pincher’s Crab Shack at The Wyndham for sunsets and beach fun. Also enjoy the heated pool/spa and tennis courts at Captain’s Bay. Spacious corner unit with higher ceilings, desirable split bedroom floorplan, open kitchen, 2 dining areas plus breakfast bar, enjoy morning coffee on screened balcony w/ electric shutters, in unit washer and dryer and larger windows featured in this newer building. Master Bedroom w/ sliders to balcony, walk in closet w/ built-ins, dual sink comfort (higher) height vanity and walk-in shower. New HVAC system with smart thermostat - monitor unit remotely, convenient trash shoot. Screened vestibule entry, under building parking and storage unit. Walk to Santini Plaza for shopping, dining, seasonal farmer's market and Fish Tale marina for boat rentals. Home comes with a 1-YEAR HOME PROTECTION PLAN. , Minimum 14 day rentals allowed if you are looking for some income as well!  VIEW LISTING

21381 Widgeon TER
Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931

Listing provided by Lahaina Realty

Hidden Bayfront Retreat located on it's own island peninsula in gated Flamingo Harbour on the southern end of Fort Myers Beach. Ideal Corporate Retreat. Over a third of an acre surrounded by nearly 500' of waterfront on 3 sides with over 200' of frontage on the bay! This lush estate boasts several observation decks, an extended pier to your own bayfront covered dock & lift and spacious courtyard heated pool. 4 separate private guest suites and 1 guest apartment. Wired for surround sound in the main home & pool area. Double doors lead you into the 2 story caged pool area with pavered deck. Lush landscaping surrounds the home on all sides, with walking trails to secret gardens. You will wow your guests with the spacious kitchen and wrap around island bar with room for 9 and views from every window. This is the perfect home for entertaining all weekend long! Where the dolphins play and the waters gently lap against the mangroves. Make your appointment today to see this one of a kind slice of paradise.  VIEW LISTING