The Coconut Telegraph – Issue #1
Your Island Update from What’s Up FMB
Welcome to the first edition of The Coconut Telegraph, your monthly inside look at What’s Up FMB. We're bringing you the latest on our events, our incredible momentum, and the island energy that's driving Fort Myers Beach forward.
Since forming in August, our community has experienced explosive growth:
- We've hit 2,200+ Facebook followers!
- Our website,
WhatsUpFMB.com, saw
400 views in the first 48 hours of its launch.
🎉 Island Events & Community Participation
Mullet Madness – July’s Big Hit
Our first-ever Mullet Madness was a massive success! Over 100 participants joined in the mullet tosses, contests, venue stops, raffles, and pure coastal-cool chaos. Mark your calendars now for the next one:
July 24–25, 2026.
Illuminations Parade – A Glow Along the Shore
The inaugural Illuminations Parade lit up the shoreline with lanterns, families, artists, and community spirit. It was a beautiful night of togetherness.
The 2026 Route:
- Starting at: Sandy Bottom’s
- Heading: North along the beach
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Sneak Peek: South End Zen – Coming Soon
Get ready to unwind! We’re launching a sunset sound bath and meditation experience on the south end of the island. Expect sound healing, meditation, wellness partners, and a truly peaceful beach atmosphere.
Holiday Happenings: TropiClaus & Pedals & Presents
- TropiClaus Gift Exchange & Toy Drive
- Location: The Whale
- Date: December 17, 2025
- All toys collected at TropiClaus will be delivered to Bayside Park for Pedals & Presents.
- Pedals & Presents – Christmas Bike Caroling
- Location: Bayside Park
- Date: December 20, 2025
📅 Upcoming Events Featured on
WhatsUpFMB.com
Signature Events
- Gilligan’s Island Treasure Hunt – April 2026
- Charmed Crawl – May–July 2026
- JobuFest – May 30, 2026
- Mullet Madness – July 24–25, 2026
- Illuminations Parade – Nov 14, 2026
- TropiClaus – Dec 17, 2025 at The Whale
- Pedals & Presents – Dec 21, 2025 at Bayside Park
Island Traditions
We love our local traditions! Look forward to:
- Mrs. Roper Caftan Crawl
- Havana Nights
- Beauty & the Beach Gala
- Shrimp Festival
- St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Putt & Pub
- 4th of July
- American Sand Sculpting Championship
- Christmas Boat Parade
- Paper Lantern Parade
- Poinsettia Tree Lighting
- New Year’s Eve Fireworks
- Island Hopper Songwriter Fest
- Haunted Carnival Pub Crawl
🗓️ What’s Up FMB Meeting Schedule
All meetings are held at
3 PM upstairs at Nervous Nellie’s.
- Next Meeting: Dec 10 at 3 PM
- Annual General Meeting: Jan 14 at 3 PM
2026 Meetings:
- April 8 (tentative)
- May 13
- June 10
- July 8
- August 12
- September 9
- October 14
- November 11
- December 9
🌴 Membership & Community Growth
Our door is open! Membership is available to anyone who loves Fort Myers Beach. Your involvement is the fuel for our events, business support, community connection, and the vibrant island vibe we all share.
🌐 Website & Social Media Updates
Website News & Improvements
We’ve been busy making your online experience better with:
- Streamlined member onboarding
- Expanded business directories
- Event pages complete with maps & galleries
- Improved navigation
- The launch of The Coconut Telegraph blog!
Social Media Updates
Connect with us! In addition to our
2,200+ Facebook followers and thousands reached through our videos, look out for:
- The weekly “What’s Happening on FMB” series, launching soon.
- New Member & volunteer spotlights coming soon.
🧡 Closing Note
Our island continues to rise — stronger, more creative, and more connected than ever. Thank you for being a vital part of What’s Up FMB and the return of the island vibe.
