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October 10, 2017 – For anyone looking to serve the community and enjoy doing it, consider the Sanibel Historical Village.
Volunteer Coordinator Jan Symroski, Terry Jacob, Carol Kaplan
An island institution since 1984, the village’s mission is the preserve, share, and celebrate Sanibel’s history. “We welcomed more than 10,000 guests last year,” said
executive director Emilie Alfino. “People are interested in history, and we couldn’t do it without our volunteers.”
New volunteers are always needed at the village. Interested people are encouraged to attend the village’s Fall Gathering for Volunteers at 4 p.m. on October 30, at the clubhouse at Sunset South, 1341 Middle Gulf Drive. “It’s a good chance for people to get to know each other, to meet our team of volunteers, and to hear what the village is all about,” Alfino said.
Training begins November 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. and continues November 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. Both sessions will be held in Shore Haven at the village.
Georgianna Sorensen, Susan Greenberg, Jewel Jensen, Tracy Tenney, Jackie Kelley, Bruce Richardson, Carolyn Ruff, and Sharon Kaltenmark
“There are many different things for volunteers to do, from being a docent to decorating to planning a luncheon, so anyone can find a comfortable spot among our village family,” Alfino said. “It’s a fun place to volunteer.”
Interested people can call 472-4648 and talk to Emilie or Jan.
The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village opens for season October 17. Hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full guided tours take place at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at no additional charge, depending on docent availability. The Sanibel Historical Village is located at 950 Dunlop Road (next to BIG ARTS) and there is handicap access to the buildings. Admission is $10 for adults over 18. Members and children are free. For more information, call 472-4648 during museum hours or visit www.sanibelmuseum.org.