Marco Island
October 2014 Calendar
The Marco Island Triathlon
Sun, September 29, 8am – 10am
400 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island, FL (map)
For more information visit the website at
http://thefitnesschallengetriathlon.com/Marco_Island.html.
Sunrise Rotary of Marco Island
Tue, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – 7:00am – 8:30am
100 Palm St., Marco Island, FL (map)
For more information call Jennifer Shanahan at 239.776.6903.
Florida and the Carribbean from Ponce deLeon to Chavez
Tue, October 1, 7pm – 8pm
180 S. Heathwood, Marco Island, FL (map)
Hosted at the Rose History Auditorium.
Marco Island Historical Society Monthly Meeting
Tue, October 1, 7pm – 8pm
180 S. Heathwood Dr., Marco Island, FL (map)
Meeting held in the Rose History Auditorium.
Kiwanis Club of Marco Island
Thu, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31- 7:30am – 8:30am
701 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, FL (map)
Breakfast is at Porky’s Last Stand. For more information call Donna at 239.250.3381 or visit our website at www.kiwanisclubofmarcoisland.org.
Blood Drive
Thu, October 3, 8:30am – 4:00pm
40 Heathwood Dr., Marco Island, FL (map)
For more information call Jennifer at 239.734.0737 or email at Jennifer.knight@nchmd.org.
Noontime Rotary of Marco Island
Thu, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – 11:45am – 12:45pm
1400 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island, FL (map)
DiVinci’s Restaurant. For more information contact Jaimie Bergen at 239.572.3720.
“CJ’s” Live Music Thursday
Thu, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – 6:00pm – 11:30pm
740 N. Collier Blvd., Ste. #105 Marco Island, FL (map)
Jim Long performs outside from 6:00 – 9:00 PM and Jenny Woodman performs inside from 8:00-11:30 pm. For more information call 239.389.4511.
Shrine Club of Marco Island
Fri, October 4, 11, 18, 25 – 11:30am – 12:30pm
Marco Island, FL (map)
The club meets at various locations. Call Bill at 239.642.7749 for more information.
Caxambas Republican Club
Wed, October 9, 5pm – 7pm
100 Palm St., Marco Island, FL (map)
General meeting will be held at the Bistro Soleil.
Kiwanis Family 5K Run in Hideaway Beach
Sat, October 12, 8am – 10am
490 Hernando, Marco Island, FL (map)
Come join us for the 1st Annual Marco Island Kiwanis Family 5k! This event is family friendly and is for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re running for time, jogging, or walking, this course will provide beautiful views with a gulf breeze from beginning to end. Net proceeds from the event will go to Project Eliminate…ending maternal/neonatal tetnus. For more information call Donna at 239.250.3381 or visit our website at www.kiwanisclubofmarcoisland.org.
October After Five – The NEW Erin’s Isle
Wed, October 16, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
5375 Hibiscus, Naples, FL (map)
After Five Networking Event. Members: $5, NON-Members: $10, Presidents Club: Free! Don’t forget your business Cards!
Beach Clean Up
Sat, October 19, 8am – 12pm
South Beach Boardwalk, Marco Island, FL (map)
Meet at the South Beach Boardwalk. Sponsored by Beach Advisory Committee, partnering with Marco Island Civic Association. For more information, call Nancy Richie at 239.389.5003.
Family Archaeology Day at the Marco Island Historical Museum
Sat, October 19, 11am – 2pm
Marco Island Historical Museum (map)
Please join us in celebrating International Archaeology Day at the Marco Island Historical Museum with our Family Archaeology Day on October 19, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sift through ancient sands looking for archaeological treasures. Create your own unique Calusa mask, and learn the ancient techniques of pottery and bracelet making. Watch real-life archaeologists in action using the tools of their trade. This free family-friendly adventure is sure to bring out the Indiana Jones in all of us! You won’t want to embark on this epic quest on an empty stomach, so be sure to check out BeachDogs mobile hotdog cart during your adventure! For additional information, please call (239) 642-1440 or visit us at www.colliermuseums.com
American Cancer Society Luau
Sun, October 20, 6pm – 9pm
Hammock Bay (map)
Sue at the American Cancer Society: 239.642.8800
Avow Remembering Memorial Service
Mon, October 21, 7pm – 8pm
1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, FL (map)
Anyone who has lost a loved one is invited to attend Remembering,sm a community memorial service, offered by Avow. The program begins at 7:00 PM and will be held at the Ispiri Community Center on the Avow campus. The service features music, readings, a candle lighting and reading of names of the remembered. Attendees are invited to bring a photo of their loved one to put on display during the service. There is no fee to attend. Remembering is a nondenominational service generously underwritten by Mr. & Mrs. Maurice Kent. Reservations requested. Please call Karen Connetta at 280-5997 by Thursday, October 17.
6th Annual Christmas Island Style Golf Tournament
Sat, October 26, 7:30am – 1:30pm
Eagle Creek Golf & Country Club, Naples, FL (map)
Annual Christmas Island Style Golf Tournament Contact: Barbara Dasti
