Civic Association Events and Activities
Listed below are categories of Association events and activities. Select a particular category and you can view additional details. The lists include both recently held events and activities as well as those that are still scheduled. The Association “season” starts in November with planning meetings and continues through April. Some activities, however, occur year-round when so noted.
Our Planning Committee is always open to ideas and suggestions. Past recommendations have included a community “trunk sale” (yard sale) and classes focused on issues such as septic system design and maintenance. Please share your ideas with us either by email or by attending one of our scheduled planning meetings. We would love to hear from you.
Visit our “Calendar” page to see a more typical “calendar format” of events and activities.
Monthly Dinners (Dec to Mar)
Upcoming Events
Date/Time/Cost
Description
Oktoberfest in March Dinner 2026
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 6p – Cost: $15
Great traditional food — brats, sweet braised red cabbage, German-style potato salad, sauerkraut, bread, and great desserts. Performance by guitarist Ron Harrison.
Xmas in Florida 2026
Fri, Dec 11, 2026, 6p – Cost: $15
🎄 Kick off the new season at this great event. Enjoy a fantastic homemade holiday dinner followed by a fun musical performance by duo Johnny & Patti.
Beef Tips Dinner 2027
Fri, Jan 22, 2027 6p – Cost: $15
Enjoy homemade beef tips, mashed potatoes, green beans, Cuban bread, & a chocolate-themed dessert bar. Dinner followed by a musical performance.
Half-Chicken Dinner 2027
Sat, Feb 20, 2027 6p – Cost: $15
This is our signature dinner – 1/2 roasted chicken, sides, and dessert. BnB Duo (Bob & Buddy) return for an encore performance.
Oktoberfest in March Dinner 2027
Sat, Mar 20, 2027 6p – Cost: $15
We will repeat our successful German theme from last year. Great food – brats, sweet braised red cabbage, German-style potato salad, sauerkraut and more.
Bingo (Dec to Apr)
Every Thursday night from Jan 7 through Apr 8, 2027.
Arrive by 5:45pm to enjoy a free game with $10 payout. Enjoy early bird, regular, and other special games. Five $50 hot balls every night!
Planning Meetings (Nov to Apr)
1st Wednesday of each month from Nov through Apr – 10:30am
Our meetings are fun and productive. Objectives are to plan events for each month during the season and to layout the schedule of events for the coming season. Please attend. Everyone is welcome and more participants generates more and better discussion and ideas.
Classes
Six-week sessions continuing throughout the year. Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced.
Cost: $65 for six weeks
Join a vibrant community of learners at SW Florida Spanish. Whether you are starting from ‘Hola’ with some self-study but no formal training, or already have a more developed language base, our face-to-face and online classes provide the perfect environment to grow on your journey toward fluency.
Friday, February 27th, starting at 6pm. Cost: $10 for each canvas
Attend and have fun turning tiny ocean treasures into a piece of art. In this hands-on sea glass beach art class, you’ll design and create a one-of-a-kind piece using naturally smoothed glass, guided step-by-step in a relaxed, welcoming setting. No experience needed. You’ll leave with a finished artwork that captures beachy charm and a fun memory of making something uniquely yours.
Other Activities & Events
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
1st Wednesday of each month from Nov through Apr – 10:30am
Our meetings are fun and productive. Objectives are to plan events for each month during the season and to layout the schedule of events for the coming season. Please attend. Everyone is welcome and more participants generates more and better discussion and ideas.
Sunseeker Squares Club
January through March
Square dancing lessons for all levels. Call or email Dwayne Barnhill (606) 302-1731 – email: Tn2001@yahoo.com
Jesus Christ Apostolic Church
Services Year Round: Sunday 12pm and Wednesday 7pm
Pastor Mike invites everyone to join he and his family for Sunday or Wednesday evening service. Come and learn more about the Jesus Christ Apostolic Ministries Church and its message for all believers.
Recent Events
Half-Chicken Dinner, Sat, Feb 21, 2026
Over 80 people enjoyed our best-know dinner of the season — The half-roasted chicken dinners, with baked potatoes, green beans, and a variety of excellent cakes, many of which were homemade. Many said that this was our best performance ever. Cary Price from Fletcher Music in Port Charlotte put on a fantastic keyboard show of oldies and popular tunes. Everyone was on their feet for YMCA!!!! His finale was a medley of different western show themes – Bonanza, Gunsmoke, the Rifleman, and more. So much fun!
Beef Tips Dinner, Sat, Jan 24, 2026
This first-time menu featured homemade beef tips, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, green beans, & a variety of dessert cakes. The BnB Duo made an encore performance again this year.
Eighty-four people attended and had a great time. The food was excellent and the music and dancing were fun.
Xmas in Florida Dinner, Fri, Dec 12, 2025
A fantastic homemade holiday dinner was enjoyed by all and followed by live music presented by the Suncoast Statement Barbershop Choir! Over 70 attended this event.
Fall of Bone Ribs & Pie Bar Dinner, Sat, Mar 22, 2025
The ribs were fantastic and the homemade pie bar was fun. Square Dance called Alan Hall led a demonstration and a first-steps lesson for some participants. The event was attended by over 70. What a great way to end the season!
