Fort Myers Beach, FL

The 2009 Fort Myers Beach 23rd Annual Sand Sculpting Contest - Day 2 photos. Things are definitely heating up as world class sculptors converge on the beach in front of the Fort Myers Beach Holiday Inn to begin carving in earnest. The first challenge is to turn what was a huge pile of beach sand into a collection of corporate logos !

These sand piles are the raw material for what will eventually be the finished sculptings. The sand is from our beach and considered some of the best in the world for it's " carving, holding and finishing " characteristics.

This huge pile of sand sits in front of the Holiday Inn and provides a terific public relations boost for the corporate sponsors. All carving is done free hand with various tools and a whole lot of patience !

Carvers will complete the corporate logo sandpile and then begin the individual sculptings.

Visitors to the island can watch the competition from the Tiki deck at the Fort Myers Beach Holiday Inn or stroll through the individual carvings. Admission ( Fri _ Sun ) is $3/kid, $5/adult & $10/family.

The 23rd Annual Fort Myers Beach Sand Sculpting contest runs through Sunday Nov 8, 2009. Bring the family and don't forget the camera ! I'll post Day 3 tomorrow ! Your comments are always welcome !

The annual Fort Myers Beach Sand Castle contest started Tuesday Nov 3, 2009. This day is used for welcoming sculptors, layout for the various locations and preparing for the first carving event. There are several significant changes in the event for 2009. Rather than spread out between the Fort Myers Beach Holiday Inn and the Outrigger Resort this year will see a smaller footprint consisting of the main activities on the beach side of the Holiday Inn and the Point Estero building. This should make it easier for visitors to see all of the entries.

Shown here is the mound of sand destined for the corporate logos of sponsors. Katie Corning, Site Director and accomplished sculptor, discusses the finer points of the sand found right here on Fort Myers Beach . It is considered to be some of the best in the world !

The Chamber of Commerce also determined that the " Master " entries would be roped off and admission would be charged starting Saturday: $3 for kids, $5 foradults & $10 for a family pass.

This is how the site looks after initial preparation. Next will come the individual sites for each of the carvers. The contest is carefully monitored and carvers are not allowed any helpers once the event kicks off.

Bill Gillhespy is a Century 21 Realtor, resident of Fort Myers Beach and loves sharing the island with visitors. 239 699-7128

   Do you want to test your taste buds? Are you looking for a top Gourmet Market in Southwest Florida? Yes, the prices are higher then your run of the mill market but then its called gourmet for a reason. Be ready for a treat.

Are you looking for Fort Myers Beach market place which has its own restaurant and where you can find anything from fresh brewed coffee, chocolate mousse, crab cakes, prosciutto, chocolate cakes, collection of wines galore,

large selection of hand picked vegetables,tasty fruits, pick your take home diner at a yummy buffet, chicken put pie, smoked salmon,crab cakes, dozen and dozen of cheese selections from around the world and the US, want to make a fondue, or just want to kick back at the bar of the restaurant and enjoy some fresh deserts?

If you yes, yes, yes, then Sand Butler Gourmet Market and Restaurant, located at

17650 San Carlos Blvd
Ft Myers Beach, FL 33931

is the place for you. I thought I was in heaven. It’s just in near South Fort Myers along San Carlos Blvd, withinFort Myers Beach city limits. You will not be disappointed. This place rocks.

Their web site: Sandy Butler Gourmet Market and Restaurant

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Fort Myers Beach foreclosures are rare. These Gulf front condos are even more rare. Along the North End of the island

stands out one property at the Pink Shell resort. Build in 2004 this well designed plush 624 SF one bedroom one bath is listed at $299,900 and offers dramatic gulf views and numerous amenities.BBQ - Picnic, Beach - Private, Beach Access, Community Boat Dock, Community Boat Ramp, Community Boat Slip, Community Pool, Community Spa, Exercise Room, Fishing Pier, Internet Access, Marina, Play Area, Restaurant among others as concierge service, bars and live music. It is a Condo Hotel. Which means that you may rent it 365 days a year.A beauty.

    Secondly another Fort Myers Beach Foreclosure. Located at the Carlos Pointe Beach Club another Fort Myers Beach Gulf front unit.It is also a Condo Hotel which you may rent 52 times a years with 7 days minimum leases.

Amenities include: Community Pool, Community Room, Community Spa, Volleyball.

Build in 1981 with  2 bedroom and 2 bathrooms for 981 SF it has been beautifully renovated with plantation shutters, crown molding granite counters and much more. This direct Gulf frontage unit is offered at $385,000 and has been just over a week on the market so if its your type of home, don’t wait to long.That is low price for a Fort Myers Beach Gulf front condo. It is also a deal.

        For more information about the latest Fort Myers Beach foreclosures, deals or shorts sales contact LLoyd

and happy Hunting!

       Click the following link for more info about these 2 condos: Fort Myers Beach Gulf Frontage Foreclosures

LLoyd Nichols

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Right Choice Realty LLC
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Every year, we strive to grow a perfect pumpkin in the garden to celebrate the warm autumn days and the Halloween holiday. This year, we are extremely proud of our efforts.

Meanwhile, on Fort Myers Beach, the 1st Annual Fort Myers Beach Art and Pumpkin Festival is taking place at Bay Walk Place on San Carlos Blvd between 3rd Street and the Harbor on Fort Myers Beach, Florida, Oct. 24-Oct. 25, 2009. Festival hours are: Sat., Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m and Sun., Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Bay Walk Group, which includes the Yucatan Beach Stand Bar & Grill, Smokin' Oyster Brewery, Snug Harbor Restaurant, Matanzas Inn and Restaurant, and Shipwreck Treasures expects 6,000 Festival goers to enjoy a memorable experience with a special display of sand artists in the Shipwreck Pirate Photo Area, a contest for "Picasso's of pumpkin carvers" sculpting and shaping pumpkins, a stage in Pumpkin Village (Snug Harbor area) with contests and live entertainment for the whole family, harvest-inspired Art & Crafts, the tastiest pumpkin foods/drinks on the planet, entertainment at each of the Bay Walk Group establishments, and the never-ending search for the Great Pumpkin waiting to be chosen from the rustic pumpkin patch. Unfortunately, my pupmpkin is not quite ready for picking, needs another couple of days. Photos below: