Events

Note that the events are separated into two sections – Special Events & Ongoing Events.

Special Events

Island Fest with Mullet Toss

IslandFest with Mullet Toss
March 15, 2025.
10am to 5pm
Phillips Park Ball Field
5675 Sesame Dr, Bokeelia.

The island tradition continues

Mullet Toss
Competitions all day by age group.
Can you beat 176 ft which is the longest throw on record?

Championship Toss.
Open to all ages.
Winners ‘crowned’ King Mullet 2025 and Queen Mullet 2025.
Cash Prizes for longest throw

Best dressed Mermaids & Pirates Contest
hosted by Bert’s PineBay

Fishing Seminars throughout the day.

Kiwanis Club of Pine Island Fish Drop

Island Food Vendors and Adult Beverages

Arts and Craft Vendors and Pine Island Businesses.

Click here for more information

Ongoing Events

Community Programs/Client Services are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm. We are closed for lunch from 1:30-2pm. You can make an appointment with a Case Manager at these times. Computers, fax and printer are available for use.

Notary services as available by appointment and are free of charge.

Beacon Buggy Transportation to medical appointments and treatments are ongoing. Call 239-283-5123 if you need a ride. Please note during “season” you may be on the Buggy for longer rides to accommodate multiple rides.

Beacon Bites serves homebound seniors who are low income and in need of meals on a daily basis. If you are or know of a senior who lives alone and needs assistance with meals, please contact our office and complete the Beacon Bites application with a Case Manager. Proof of income and photo ID showing island residence are required.

The Samaritan Health and Wellness Clinic is open every other Wednesday from 8 am to 4 pm in the Center of Excellence. This primary care clinic is for the uninsured and underinsured and is for all ages. Mental Health services are available for more information or to make an appointment call 239-360-7520. ***If you have a hardship affording care, please meet with a Case Manager to discuss direct assistance for medical care with Samaritan. Proof or island residence and income information must be validated to qualify for assistance.

Wellness Committee – Is held the first Monday of every month at 10am in the Center of Excellence classroom.

Pine Island Cares – Meetings are held the 2nd Monday at 10am on a bimonthly basis in the Center of Excellence classroom.

Fund Raising Committee Meeting – 3rd Monday of the month at 10 am in the Center of Excellence classroom.

Veterans Outreach – first Wednesday of every month from 9am to 3pm in the Social Service office. Call for an appointment.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver Support group is held on Wednesdays from 10am to 11am in the Social Services office.

Strange Arrangements (A musical experience) is held on Mondays from 6pm – 7:30 pm.

The Cub Scouts troop meets every Wednesday from 6pm to 7pm at the Pine Island United Methodist Church.

GED classes are every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 2 pm. Applications for classes may be made on Tuesday and Thursday between 9 am and 2 pm.

ESOL class – Every Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6pm-7pm.

Call the Beacon at 239-283-5123 to for verify information and ask for updates.

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Island Fest with Mullet Toss

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