Ballyhoo
Ballyhoo... your local calendar of events
A day at the theatre or an art, wine or country festival ...
Please confirm all events ...
Our best efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the events listed but like the weather, things change. Please email info@bocabeacon.com with updated information.
Grande Chorus ...
Practice sessions will begin Friday, Nov. 15 at 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Saint Andrews Church. No experience necessary, come join the community spirit. Mark your calendars for the community concert on Friday, Dec. 13.
Chicago ...
Chicago Rewired is a tribute to “Chicago,” a successful rock group, on Friday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. Gulf Theater at the Military Heritage Museum 900 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda.
GulfTheater.org
Englewood Block Party ...
A community-wide “Block Party” event on Friday, Nov. 15. Full details will be announced soon. This free event will feature live music from Noah’s Arcade, local food, retail vendors offering their goods and services for purchase. We hope to have a few local race teams in attendance. Vendors will be located around the Dignam Family Stage at Pioneer Plaza. Visit EnglewoodBeachWaterFest.com for more details.
Venice Symphony ...
Meet the original classical influencers from Beethoven to Vivaldi, Haydn and Brahms. At this concert you’ll discover their common connection! Friday, Nov., 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Building 5, Venice. Tickets TheVeniceSymphony.org
Wine Festival ...
Wellen Park will host an unforgettable weekend of wine sipping, sampling and nibbling on Friday, Nov. 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 12275 Mercado Drive, Venice. WellenPark.com
Country Festival ...
A Field of Dreamz Country Classic Music Festival is being held on Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds, 2333 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte.
PureFlorida.com/events/
Crystal Classic ...
The 2024 Siesta Key Crystal Classic will be held Friday, Nov. 15 to Monday, Nov. 18 featuring 24 master sand sculptors competing for top prizes in solo and duo categories. The festival also features live music throughout the event along with a large variety of 90+ shopping and food and drink vendors.
Seagrass Wading Trip ...
Join CHEC for a free wading adventure through the seagrass beds of Lemon Bay on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 9 to 11 a.m. This is a free event but space is limited. Register by email Tome@checflorida.org or call (941) 475-0769.
Nature Walk ...
Join Dr. Bill Dunson from the Mangrove Chapter of Florida Native Plant Society for a nature walk on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 9 to 11 a.m., Charlotte Flatwoods Environ. Park, 15801 Tamiami Trl., Punta Gorda. Park is 487 acres of pine flatwoods, dry prairie, depressional marsh wetlands and a constructed permanent freshwater pond. Parking along western side of US 41 is five miles south of Tuckers Grade and north of Zemel Rd. Free. mangrovechapter@fnps.org.
Craft Fair ...
Notjusta Craft Fair at Gulf Cove United Methodist Church will be held on Saturday, Nov. 16. For more information, call 302-563-4479. GCUMC is located at 1100 S. McCall Road in the Gulf Cove area of Port Charlotte, 3/4 of a mile south of the Myakka River on Route 776.
Lemon Bay Playhouse ...
“Chuck Gillespie: To Veterans with Love” honors the men and women who have defended our lives and freedom. See and hear the stories and history of Veteran’s Day on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. 96 W. Dearborn St, Englewood. Tickets $27.
LemonBayPlayhouse.com
Holiday Lighting ...
Fishermen’s Village is lighting up the village with over one million lights and holiday-themed decorations on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 5 to 10 p.m. Bag Pipers Parade, live music and dancing. 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. Admission & parking are free. Details at FishermensVillage.com
Sunset Soirée ...
Join Valerie’s House for an evening of cocktails, dinner, surprises and stories of inspiration during this inaugural event. Saturday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. 233 E. McKenzie St., Punta Gorda. ValeriesHouse.org
Live Band...’
The Green Flash Band will be back at Miller’s Dockside Bar on Saturday Nov. 16. Boca Grande Marina, 220 Harbor Dr.
Sarasota Opera ...
The Music of Giuseppe Verdi on Sunday, Nov. 17. Enjoy this operatic journey with Maestro Peter Leonard and a private dinner. Limited spots for this round trip, half day excursion. Call (941) 964-0827.
All Brassed Up ...
The Florida Philharmonic Brass will be performing an exhilarating Symphony in Brass by Eric Ewazen on Sunday, Nov. 17 at 3:30 p.m. at Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Road, Punta Gorda. For tickets or more information call (941)
Whatʻs Open
Retail Establishments & Marinas
Barnichol Hardware is open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.380 E. Railroad Ave.,
(941) 964-2570.
Boca Grande Hotel is open daily. 5800 Gasparilla Rd., (941) 964-4443.
Boca Grande Marina & Ship Store is open daily from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 220 Harbor Dr., (941) 964-2550.
Boca Grande Trading Company is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.480 E. Railroad Ave.,
(941) 964-0284.
Boo Gemes is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Call (941) 364-8340. BooGemes.com.
Eldred’s Marina is open. 6301 Boca Grande Cswy., Placida. (941) 697-1431.
Gasparilla Adventures, 333 Park Ave., (941) 964-0711.
Uncle Henry’s Marina is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 5820 Gasparilla Rd., (941) 964-0154.
Restaurants, Grocery & Grab-n-Go
Bella Vida is open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 480 E. Railroad Ave., Ste 3,
(941) 855-9534.
Kappy’s Island Shoppe is open. Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 5800 Gasparilla Road, (941) 964-2506.
Miller’s Dockside is open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. 220 Harbor Dr.,
(941) 964-8000.
Park Ave. Wine & Spirits is open daily. 350 Park Ave. (941) 964-2327.
Sister’s is open Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 480 E. Railroad Ave., (941) 964-2002.
South Beach Bar & Grille is planning on opening Friday, Nov 1. Call ahead to confirm. 760 Gulf Blvd., (941) 964-0765.
Tortuga Food Truck is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday in front of The Pink Pony.
Salons, Massage & Exercise
Banyan Tree Pilates & Yoga
(941) 964-4404.
Boca Body & Massage is open by appointment only, 5800 Gasparilla Road,
(941) 964-0035.
Courtyard Hair, Etc. is open for walk-ins. Stop in! Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 5800 Gasparilla Road (941) 964-2243
Additional Information
Boca Beacon is open! Office hours Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Always open online at bocabeacon.com
Crews Bank is open off island at the Cape Haze location, 8725 Placida Rd.Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., drive-thru 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., drive-thru 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Island School is at Fellowship Church.
U.S. Post Office Cape Haze site is open 8601 Placida Rd., Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Go to the half door to retrieve box mail. If the door is closed proceed to the main desk and they will assist you.
Boca Grande Health Clinic is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (941) 964-2276
Salons, Massage & Exercise
Banyan Tree Pilates & Yoga
(941) 964-4404.
Boca Body & Massage is open by appointment only, 5800 Gasparilla Road,
(941) 964-0035.
Courtyard Hair, Etc. is open for walk-ins. Stop in! Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 5800 Gasparilla Road (941) 964-2243
Additional Information
Boca Beacon is open! Office hours Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Always open online at bocabeacon.com
Crews Bank is open off island at the Cape Haze location, 8725 Placida Rd.Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., drive-thru 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., drive-thru 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Island School is at Fellowship Church.
U.S. Post Office Cape Haze site is open 8601 Placida Rd., Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Go to the half door to retrieve box mail. If the door is closed proceed to the main desk and they will assist you.
What’s Closed for now ...
Retail Establishments & Marinas
Aqua Boutique, 421 Park Ave.
Ariel, LTD,444 4th St.,
(941) 964-0480.
Barbara Anne’s Jewelry & Repair, 410 Park Ave., (941) 964-1776.
Boca Blooms, 411 Palm Ave.,
(941) 964-1111.
Boca Grande Historical Society & History Center, 170 Park Ave.,
(941) 964-1600.
Fugate’s, Park Ave. (941) 964-2323
Gasparilla Outfitters/Special Effects, 333 Park Ave., (941) 964-0711.
Grande Stitches Please call Janice (412) 491-0415.
J.McLaughlin, 360 Park Ave., (941) 855-9163.
The Palm on Park, 444 4th St. (941) 964-4448.
Smart Studio, 321 Park Ave. Visit smartstudiominis.etsy.com
Sunsets of Boca Grande, 443 4th St. W., Ste 2, (941) 855-9834.
Restaurants, Grocery & Grab-n-Go
Hudson’s, 441 Park Ave. (941) 964-2621. Projected Open Date Dec. 1.
Key Lime Bistro, 4th & Park Ave. (941) 964-0440.
Newlin’s Mainely Gourmet, Hoping to open pre-Thanksgiving. 446 E. 4th St., (941) 964-2985.
Pink Pony, 471 Park Ave.,
(941) 964-0109.
Scarpa’s Coastal, 321 Park Ave.,
(941) 964-0806.
Sinclair’s Food Truck
The Outlet at the Innlet,
(941) 964-4610. Opening Dec. 12.
The Pink Elephant, 491 Bayou Ave., (941) 964-4540. Opening Dec. 12.
The Temptation Restaurant, 350 Park Ave., (941) 964-2610.
Salons, Massage & Exercise
James Griffith Salon, 451 Gilchrist Ave. Visit their Venice location
(941) 964-4557.
Additional Information
Boca Bargains
Community Center
Johann Fust Community Library, 1040 W 10th St., (941) 964-2488.
The Palmetto Inn is closed until further notice
Church Services
Lighthouse United Methodist Church - 300 Gilchrist Ave. Worship begins at 10 a.m. on Sundays. bglighthouseumc.com.
First Baptist Church - Worship will be held at St. Andrews Episcopal at 11 a.m. on Sundays.
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church - Please confirm service information prior to arrival. 240 Park Ave. Saturday Vigil mass is at 5 p.m., Sunday masses at 9 & 10:30 a.m. Confessions: Saturdays 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. (941) 964-2254.
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church - 390 Gilchrist Ave. Sunday worship will be in-person at 9:30 a.m. and online live-streamed on YouTube. Pastoral care is always available by calling (941) 964-2257, ext. 1. standrewsbocagrande.org.