Marco Island Chamber

Marco Island Florist Tent Sale
2022-10-28 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
178 S. Barfield Dr. 75% off everything in the tent and 25% most everything in the store. For more information call 239-394-8141 or visit MarcoIslandFlorist.com.

Octoberfest 2022 at the Marco Lutheran Church
2022-10-30 11:30 - 14:30
525 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island. Advanced tickets $15 or at the door $25. For tickets contact Sharon Boeck at 678-467-9817 or ssboeck@comcast.net.

Bingo at San Marco Catholic Church
2022-11-03 19:00 - 21:00
Due to the low turnout at the Bingo Night on 10/13/22, the Council leadership has decided to cancel Bingo Nights scheduled on 10/20/22, 10/27/22 & 11/3/22. Bingo Nights will resume on Thursday, January 5, 2023.

Dr. Gregory Seltz, Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty, Washington, DC
2022-11-04 08:00 - 17:00
Free Lecture Series hosted by Marco Lutheran Church, 525 N. Collier Blvd. God at Work: Our Citizenship, Culture, and the Mission of the Church. For more information call 239-394-0332 or visit www.marcolutheran.org.

Beach Clean-up - South Beach
2022-11-05 08:00 - 10:00

Marco Island Car Show
2022-11-05 09:00 - 17:00
Hosted by the Marco Island San Marco Knights of Columbus at San Marco Church parking lot, 81 San Marco Rd. Show care entry fee: $20 includes lunch, spectator fee: $5. For questions, contact John DeRosa at
239-272-0816, JDRFINEST@aol.com. For information, call 239-389-5633 or visit our website at www.sanmarcoknights.com.

MIHS - Everglades: Updates on the Everglades as well as gators, owls, eagles, other birds, and panthers
2022-11-09 18:30 - 20:30
180 S. Heathwood. For more information call 239-389-6447 or visit administration@themihs.org.

Watercolors & Wildlife: Painting with Jan at Rookery Bay
2022-11-10 09:30 - 12:00
Painting Subject: Fish of Southwest Florida. Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center,300 Tower Rd., Naples, 34113. RookeryBay.org. $85, (includes all materials). Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
Paint the beauty of coastal Naples and the wildlife of estuary waters in this watercolor painting class. Local artist Jan Deswik offers step-by-step simple instructions and creative support perfect for beginners or anyone inspired by the coastal environment and wants to bring it to life in a one-of a-kind painting. Each class spotlights a natural theme from shells to birdlife to local waterways. Held in classrooms at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, all materials are included. Participants will complete a painted piece with matte at each session.

10th Annual Jerry Adams Chili Cook-off
2022-11-12 12:00 - 16:00
CJ’s on the Bay, 740 N. Collier Blvd., #105. $15 Admission, Children under 10 Free. Happy Hour drinks and sides from CJ’s on the Bay. Live Music. For more information visit MarcoIslandFireRescueFoundation.com, or email MIFireRescueFoundation@aol.com.

Lunch & Learn Lecture Series: Research in the Reserve – Rookery Bay's Least Wanted: Invasives of the Reserve
2022-11-16 12:00 - 13:00
Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd., Naples, 34113. RookeryBay.org. $20, includes buffet lunch from Carrabba’s. Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
Please join us for the second in a series of seven lectures – Research in the Reserve – Rookery Bay’s Least Wanted: Invasives of the Reserve. Jared Franklin, Rookery Bay Biologist, will present on the non-native species in the Reserve (both plant and wildlife) as well as their impact on the native habitat of Southwest Florida. Lunch will be provided.
The 2022-23 lecture series, “Research in the Reserve,” focuses on key conservation projects occurring within Rookery Bay’s 110,000 acres of land and water. Rookery Bay scientists and biologists will present their current findings and ongoing research to protect the wildlife, plants and water of Southwest Florida.

Chamber of Commerce's After Five at Mango's Dockside Bistro
2022-11-16 17:30 - 19:00
760 N. Collier Blvd., #109. For more information call 239-394-7549.

Virtual Binoculars Birding Workshop – Wading and Marsh Bird ID
2022-11-17 13:00 - 14:30
Virtual Program Via Zoom. $15. Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
Southwest Florida is a critical stopover site for thousands of migrating and wintering wading and marsh birds. In this program, Rochelle Streker of Audubon Florida and Collette Lauzau of Rookery Bay Research Reserve will discuss the life history of these birds and the incredible journeys many of them make annually. Join Rookery Bay for a 1.5-hour zoom session to learn ID skills and discuss the amazing journeys of migrating and wintering shorebirds.

MIHS - "Prosecco and Petit Fours Holiday Sale"
2022-11-17 16:00 - 18:00
For more information call 239-389-6447 or email exec@themihs.org.

Migratory and Coastal Bird Workshop for Tour Guides: Be the Best Beach Steward This Winter!
2022-11-18 17:00 - 19:00
Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd., Naples, 34113. RookeryBay.org. FREE to ecotour operators and tour guides. Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
Rookery Bay, Audubon FL and the Conservancy of Southwest Florida come together to teach a FREE workshop for local ecotour operators and tour guides to learn more about encounters with favorite local coastal birds! Participants will gain a better understanding of how to interact with migratory birds, learn how to help an injured, entangled or sick bird and how to gain traction on social media by effectively communicating about migratory birds.

Meals of Hope Island Packaging Event
2022-11-19 08:00 - 11:00
For more information vist www.mohmi.org.

Birding with Biologists (for the Beginner Birder)
2022-11-19 08:00 - 12:00
Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd., Naples, 34113. RookeryBay.org. $30, (for workshop and field trip to local park). Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
Enjoy this fun and informative class designed to help the beginner birder identify birds outside with avian biologists. This workshop explores how to use birds’ plumage, shape, behavior and habitat to recognize various species. Participants will start the morning with a presentation at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center and then practice using binoculars and field guides while touring the paved paths of nearby Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park. The workshop is led by local expert biologists Rochelle Streker of Audubon Florida and Collette Lauzau of Rookery Bay Research Reserve.

Rookery Bay 2023 Festival of Birds – Birds Connect Us to the Rest of the World!
2022-11-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-26 08:00 - 17:00
REGISTRATION OPENS:
November 19, 2022 – for Friends of Rookery Bay Members
November 26, 2022 – for General Public
Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
Celebrate birds the entire month of January with Rookery Bay! Join Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve for a full-week of field trips, activities and speakers (both virtual via zoom and in-person) January 14-21, 2023. This annual event allows guests to explore the local environment through guided field trips to wildlife hot spots around Southwest Florida, and features programs and in-person and virtual presentations at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. The field trips includes birding walks, buggy rides and boat tourism and will be offered by Rookery Bay Research Reserve and area partners.

Essentials of Digital Photography Workshop
2022-11-19 09:30 - 12:30
Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd., Naples, 34113. RookeryBay.org. $55. Registration is required www.rookerybay.org/calendar
If you want to get the best pictures possible, and truly understanding your camera’s features, this camera workshop is for you. The class covers the essentials of your digital camera. You will learn how to use your camera’s shutter, aperture, ISO control and the drive modes to create images with impact and creativity. Sonny Saunders has over 35 years of experience in photography and instruction and is renowned for his ability to communicate to a wide variety of students. No previous camera or photography experience is necessary, just a desire to learn.

4th Annual Rookery Bay Car Show
2022-11-19 09:30 - 13:00
$10, adults. $5, children 6-12. Free, children under 6. New Show Location: 7505 Grand Lely Drive, Naples 34113
Attention car enthusiasts! Join Rookery Bay at Florida Southwestern State College for this annual event, coordinated by Island Automotive in support of Friends of Rookery Bay. Building on the success of prior car shows and featuring more than 100 antique, muscle, and classic cars. This year’s event also includes food trucks and family-friendly activities for all ages.

Calusa Garden Club - Plant Sale
2022-11-22 10:00 - 14:00
Marco Lutheran Church Parking Lot, 525 N. Collier Blvd. For more information call Sara at 513-706-8681 or email sarawolf617@gmail.com.

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day
2022-11-24 08:00 - 17:00
Hilton – Buffet – $75 per person, $25 for child 6-12, $10 children under 5. Thanksgiving buffet will take place in the Island Ballroom. For reservations, please call 239-394-5000 or 239-642-2114.

CIS - Santa's Arrival
2022-11-25 18:00 - 19:30
Marco Island Academy School Lobby. For more information visit christmasislandstyle@gmail.com.

CELEBRATE 5 - 5th Annual Evening of Community Christmas Joy
2022-11-30 19:00 - 20:30
Marco Lutheran Church, 525 N. Collier Blvd. Any questions, please feel free to contact www.marcolutheranchurch.org/announements. email: artistseries@marco lutheranchurch.org phone: 239-394-5579

CELEBRATE 5 - 5th Annual Evening of Community Christmas Joy
2022-12-01 19:00 - 20:30
Marco Lutheran Church, 525 N. Collier Blvd. Any questions, please feel free to contact Barb at 908-482-2028, christmasislandstyle@gmail.com or her personal email dastib@comcast.net or Sandi Sims-Ramage at 239-404-2448 or marcosandi@comcast.net

1st Annual 3-Mile Santa Fun Run & 1.5 Mile Walk
2022-12-03 08:00 - 09:00
Presented by Sunrise Rotary of Marco Island. Pre-registration: $25, day of registration: $35. Please visit https://misantafunrun.weebly.com for more information.
to register: www.active.com/marco-island-fl/running/distance-running-races/1st-annual-santa-fun-run-and-walk-marco-island-2022

Beach Clean-up - Tigertail Beach
2022-12-03 08:00 - 10:00

CIS and the City of Marco Island Presents the 2022 Annual Tree Lighting and Community Celebration
2022-12-03 17:00 - 21:00
Veterans’ Community Park, 901 Park Ave. For more information visit Christmasislandstyle.com or call 239-642-0575.
5 pm Ribbon Cutting & Speeches
6 pm Tree Lighting Even
7 pm Concert Featuring Joel Fry

CIS - Canine Pet Parade
2022-12-06 17:30 - 19:30
San Marco Rd. For more information visit Christmasislandstyle.com.

Marco Island Farmer's Market
2022-12-07 07:30 - 13:00
Veterans’ Community Park, 901 Park Ave. For more information call 239-642-0575 or visit un online at www.cityofmarcoisland.com.
