Photography as Art Show Opening Reception
Friday, March 2 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Show Saturday, March 3 & Sunday, March 4
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Boca Grande Art Center, 236 Banyan St., Boca Grande
The mission of the Boca Grande Camera Club is twofold:
to educate and inform its members on photography
and photographic techniques, and to provide an outlet for
the talents of Boca Grande photographers.
20th Annual Strawberry Festival
Saturday, March 3 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Boca Grande Community Center Grounds
One of Boca Grande’s most popular community events,
the Strawberry Festival draws hundreds of bargain seekers
and lovers of homemade strawberry shortcake each year.
All proceeds support programs to improve the lives of
women and children locally and internationally through
worldwide mission programs. Call the Boca Grande United
Methodist Church for more information. (941) 964-2479.
Royal Palm Players presents – My Fair Lady
Wednesday, March 7 through Sunday, March 11
Wednesday - Saturday showtime at 7 p.m., Sunday at 5
p.m.
Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium,
131 First St. West
It’s everyone’s favorite musical starring Boca Grande’s
favorite performers. With live music, a fabulous chorus and
songs like “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “Get Me To The
Church On Time” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed To Her
Face, “you’ll be humming the music for days. Call the Royal
Palm Players office at (941) 964-2670.
The JF Library Foundation’s Spring Book Sale
Monday, March 12 & Tuesday, March 13 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, March 14 from 9:30 a.m. - noon
Johann Fust Community Library, 1040 W 10th St., Boca
Grande
There will be hundreds of almost new and used hardback
and trade paperback books, DVDs, CDs and rare
books. Come get your supply of summer reading material.
2018 Art in Bloom Spring Show
Opening Reception
Thursday, March15 5 - 7 p.m.
Boca Grande Art Center, 236 Banyan St., Boca Grande
In partnership with the Boca Grande Garden Club. Floral
designers will interpret the artists piece and present an
inspired arrangement. The art show continues Friday,
March 15 and Saturday, March, 16 from 10 a.m. - 5 pm. and
on Sunday, March 18 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more
information call (941) 964-1700.
Boca Grande Live! presents:
Those Were The Days™ starring William Florian
Friday, March 16 7:30 p.m.
Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium
131 First Street W.
William Florian, former member of the famous 60’s
group, The New Christy Minstrels, takes you on an upbeat
musical journey. His repertoire includes the music of
Peter, Paul & Mary, John Denver, Pete Seeger, The
Mamas & The Papas, and his own originals presented
with amusing stories in an intimate show. For
information and to purchase your tickets call (941)
964-0827.
BIPS Green Gala “Catch a Wave”
Monday, March 19 5:30 -10 p.m.
Boca Bay Pass Club, 770 Gulf Blvd., Boca Grande
Capture the beach spirit of the iconic 1950s and 60s
at the 22nd Annual BIPS’ Green Gala. All proceeds
support the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum
and four local Florida State Parks: Gasparilla Island,
Cayo Costa, Don Pedro and Stump Pass! Call (941)
964-0060 or go to BarrierIslandParksSociety.org.
Royal Palm Players presents – Mame
Friday, March 23 and Saturday, March 24 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 25 at 5 p.m.
Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium
131 First St. W.
Lynda Jamison is Mame in this very special RPP
event. It’s not just a concert. It’s not just a reading. It’s
both. This Tony award-winning musical about a woman
who dares to be herself co-stars Alice Court as Vera,
Mame’s bosom buddy. Elaine Skypala, James Martin and
Jim Sullivan are just a few of the singer/actor/stars in
this unusual production. Call Royal Palm Players at
(941) 964-2670 to reserve your tickets today.
Annual Bike Path Parade & Woman’s Club Fair
Saturday, March 24
5th Street & The Boca Grande Community Center
This annual free event is one of the highlights of
living in Boca Grande. It’s a Spring Break tradition for
families to decorate their golf carts and parade along
the path. The start of the parade is located at 5th
Street, line-up is at 9:50 a.m. and the parade starts at
10:30 a.m. Gas powered vehicles are not allowed on
the Bike Path. The parade route ends at the Boca
Grande Community Center where the Woman’s Club
Fair will be held starting at 11 a.m.
Stations of the Cross
Friday, March 30, noon
Our Lady of Marcy Catholic Church, Boca Grande
First Night of Passover
Friday, March 30
Boca Grande Egg Hunts
Saturday, March 31 from 9:45 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Boca Grande Community Center Grounds
Bring your camera for pictures with the Easter
Bunny. There will be three separate egg hunts starting
with the 4 & under age group, the 5-7 age group will
go next and finish with the 8-11 age group. Everyone
is encouraged to arrive by 9:50 a.m. For more
information call Joe Wier at (941)964-2564.
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