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Upcoming Cook-Off, Corvette Cruise-In, and Sinatra Sizzle: What's Trending in Marco Island Sun and Scene!
Don't Miss Out on the Pulled Pork Cook-Off, Cruise-In, Farmers Market, Sinatra Night, and School Games this Week! Plan ahead with our Weather Forecast.

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Aug 18, 2025

Marco Island Sun and Scene 

Weekly Happenings and Things to Know.  August 18th to 24th Edition

"Annual Pulled Pork Cook-Off Picnic"

Coming up, and Reservations Need to be Made by September 5th!

 

Where: Sarazen Park on Marco Island

When: Thursday, September 11, 2025, at  4:00PM - 7:00PM

Cost: Member & Spouse - $12 each

Guest/s who are non-members: - $17 each

What to Bring: Beverages, Chairs, and a Big Appetite!

The Menu: Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, and Dessert

Marco Island Corvettes & Muscle Car Club Cruise‑In

Quote Of The Day:

"Life is better on the beach in Marco Island."

Happy Hour Highlights This Week

 

We Have a Lot of great options for happy hour across the island. Here are some of the top spots with their typical schedules:

 

  • Pinchers Happy Hour: All Day EVERYDAY!  Enjoy Two of the Same Drink From Open to Close.
  • Stilts in Marriott Crystal Shores Happy Hour:  Daily from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
  • Sunset Grille Happy Hour: Monday-Friday 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
  • Snook Inn - Happy Hour: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

  • La Tavola Restaurant and Bar - Happy Hour: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

  • Italian Deli and Market - Happy Hour: Every day from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

  • Kane Tiki Bar & Grille & Quinn's at The JW Marriott both Offer  Happy Hour - Daily 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
  • Sami's - Happy Hour: Monday–Friday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

  • Marco Island Brewery Happy Hour: Daily 3:00pm to 6:00 pm or after 10pm.
  • The Speakeasy - Happy Hour: Monday–Saturday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  SPEAKEASY IS CLOSED UNTIL AUGUST 30th! FYI...

  • Dolphin Tiki Bar & Grill - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

  • DaVinci’s - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

  • Marco Prime - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

  • The Oyster Society - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. 

Trivia Question❓

Who is the Largest and Most Famous Dog on Marco Island?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Nearby in Naples - Third Street South Farmers Market

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025 

Location: Gordon Drive & 13th Avenue South, Naples, FL 

Admission: Free

Browse fresh local produce, flowers, seafood, baked goods, and handmade items in a leash-on, pet-friendly environment.

 

LOVE Frank Sinatra, Delicious Italian Food, and Want to Leave "The Rock" For an Evening of Fun and Music?  Check out This Spot.

Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025 • Time: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM 

Location: Giuseppe & the Lion, 1585 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples, FL  Admission: Regular Restaurant Pricing with 25$ Food Specials Starting at 5:00 & Happy Hour Drink Specials 4PM - 6:30PM!

Experience Sinatra’s timeless classics performed live by Michael Dutra in an elegant dining atmosphere for all to Enjoy.

Marco Island Schools - HOME Games This Week

Marco Island Charter Middle School - JV Girls Volleyball vs. Naples Classical Academy

  • When: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM (Home)

  • Where: Field House Main Court, Marco Island Charter Middle School

 

Marco Island Charter Middle School - Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Naples Classical Academy

  • When: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM (Home)

  • Where: Field House Main Court, Marco Island Charter Middle School

 

Marco Island Academy (High School) - JV Girls Volleyball vs. Donahue Academy - The Theme is Iconic Duos

  • When: Mon, August 18, 5:00 PM
  • Where:  MIA Gymnasium at The High School (Entry $5)

Marco Island Academy (High School) - Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Donahue Academy -

  • When: Monday, August 18 at 6:00 PM
  • Where:  MIA Gymnasium at The High School (Entry $5)

 

Marco Island Academy (High School) - JV Girls Volleyball vs. Bonita Springs - The Theme is Teen Beach Movies

  • When: Wednesday, August 20, 6:00 PM
  • Where:  MIA Gymnasium at The High School (Entry $5)

Marco Island Academy (High School) - Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Bonita Springs 

  • When: Wednesday, August 20 at 7:00 PM
  • Where:  MIA Gymnasium at The High School (Entry $5)

 

Marco Island Academy (High School) - Football vs. West Oaks Academy 

  • When: Friday, August 22, 7:00 PM - The Theme is Luau
  • Where:  Winterberry Field

 

According to The Weatherbug Website, This Week's Weather By Date, Highs and Lows, along with Precipitation are Listed Below to Help Prepare for the Outdoor Activities During the Week and over the Weekend to Keep Everyone Safe and Dry.

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 I couldn't pass up these eyes.  She looks like she is seeing me right through the screen.  Diva is an unaltered female, gray and tan dog.
Age: The shelter thinks she is about 1 year and 6 months old.
Weight: I weigh 57.60 pounds as of 08/12/2025
 
Do You Have Room For Me?
💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

Dog The Bounty Hunter, of course!  He and his wife purchased a home here in 2023.

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