Spend Independence Day honoring tradition and starting a few new traditions of your own at ‘Tween Waters Inn Island Resort. The Fourth of July Weekend at ‘Tween Waters Inn is a fun-filled day, starting with the Second Annual Funtastic Fourth Fishing Derby — a half-day tournament free to all guests with Fourth of July reservations for three or more nights. After a fish-filled day, enjoy a mouth-watering new tradition: a Captiva Island Roast, replete with slow roasted pig.

The fishing tournament is July 3, 2010 from 8 to 11 a.m., with registration available daily at the Marina at ‘Tween Waters from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. leading up to the tournament. The tournament is free for all ages, with a three-day reservation or more. There will be three age groups and two categories, including the longest single fish and total number of fish caught. Prizes will be awarded July 3, 2010 at 5 p.m. This is a catch and release tournament, and all participants 16 and over must have a Florida Fishing license.

Complete the Fourth of July evening with the all-you-can-eat Captiva Island Roast, from 5 to 9 p.m. The Luau is $18.95 for two dinners for all guests staying three or more nights. Kids 10 and under eat free. Visitors and guests not staying three nights or more are encouraged to dig in for only $18.95 per person.

The Crow’s Nest at ‘Tween Waters Inn will “host the roast” so join in the fun and sample the delicious menu items including: slow roasted suckling pig, coleslaw, corn on the cob, baked beans and Key lime tarts. These tasty items partner perfect with “two for one” draft beer. Barbecue chicken and the regular menu will also be available.

Show that special woman in your life some twue wuv and treat her to an evening made all the more special at Old Captiva House — the number one fine dining experience on Captiva Island, according to TripAdvisor. Serving 5.30 pm – 9.30 pm. on Mother’s Day, Old Captiva House will have the regular menu plus two Chef Jason specials: Twin Warm Water Lobster Tails with roasted garlic mashed potato, drawn butter and vegetable of the day AND Surf and Turf, including one 7oz warm water lobster tail and one 4oz petite filet with mashed potato and vegetable of the day. Reservations are recommended for this special day. For more information or to make your reservation for Sunday, please call 239.472.5161.

So while making dining for your special mom is a good idea, a great idea would be to take her to Old Captiva House.

Throughout February until early April, Canoe & Kayak Cafe at ‘Tween Waters Inn will hold its Artist Lunch Series. Each lunch will feature elegant creations of art along with the chance to meet the area’s most popular artists.

Serving Wednesday-Sunday, 12:00-3:00 PM, the bay-front setting event will feature scrumptious culinary selections, such as Shrimp Salad, Smoked Chicken Panini, BBQ Pork Slider Trio, and many more – including a children’s menu.

“There’s no better place than Canoe & Kayak Cafe to enjoy a waterside lunch,” says ‘Tween Waters Inn General Manager, Jeff Shuff. “Add extravagant work from the area’s best artists and it creates a perfect recipe for your stomach and eyes to feast.”

The Series will be held on the following dates:
Bridgette Chandler – Jewelry, February 10-14, 24-28 March 31-April 3;
Mary Angela Brown – Photography and Mosaic Designs, February 17-24;
Beverly Spana – Functional Art & Hand Painted Glassware, March 3-7;
Sandra Coyle – “Simply Elegant,” March 10-14; and
Beth Collette – “Designs in Glass,” Jewelry, March 17-21 (featured left).

On March 24 through 28, ‘Tween Waters Inn employees will showcase their talent, including: Vickie Mancha – Watercolors and Acrylics; Elaine Stacy – Shell Craft; Betty Wise – Watercolors; Jeanne Rosemurgy – Handcrafted Handbags; and Dinny Froling – Seashore Creations.

Celebrate the most romantic day of the year at Old Captiva House, located at ‘Tween Waters Inn on Captiva Island, Fla. with stunning views facing what Travelocity calls the most “romantic sunset in America.” Enjoy a special menu and Chef inspirations from celebrated Chef, Jason Miller.

The Sweetheart Dinner, devoted to two, includes Crab Cakes, Old Captiva House Salad, Surf and Turf, including a four-ounce filet mignon and seven-ounce lobster tail, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and “Strawberry Love” dessert, from only $150 per couple. Plus, enjoy a champagne toast to begin or complete the meal and the evening. For reservations or more information, call 239.472.5161 x 421. Reservations are recommended.

“The sweetheart special is a wonderful way to say ‘I Love You’ on Valentine’s Day,” says ‘Tween Waters Inn General Manager, Jeff Shuff. “It’s an easy solution to wondering what to get your special someone. It’s romantic, luxurious and you know everyone involved will love it.”

Old Captiva House also features a special, hand-selected menu for Valentine’s Day, for those dining alone or as a group. Starters include Lobster Spring Rolls, Bacon Wrapped Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Coulis and other appetizer favorites. Entrée features include the Filet Mignon, New York Strip, Half-Roasted Duck, Roasted Snapper, Caribbean Grilled Grouper, Coconut Prawns, Vegetable Brochette, and delicious regulars likes the Pecan Crusted Mahi Mahi, Lobster Ravioli, and our Chef’s Inspirations.

Stay the night and enjoy rates as low as $290 per night for a Waterview Guestroom, including two queen beds, refrigerator and spectacular views of that romantic sunset or sunrise. All rooms include complimentary continental breakfast buffet and wireless Internet.