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Island Time Begins Here

Since 1981, neighbors have organized here for clean water, smart rebuilding, and an island that stays funky.

Join for $15
Christmas Tree Decorating, Sat Nov 21Christmas Tree Lighting, Sat Nov 28General meeting, Mon Nov 30Monthly European Market, Sun Dec 6Dues are due in OctoberWaterfront clean-ups, monthly

We can't keep Matlacha funky, artsy, and cool without you!

Historic photo of the old Matlacha swing bridge

Founded in 1981 by eight neighbors, the association is chartered to inform the community, give residents a forum, speak with one voice to the county and state, and bring people together.

Our history

Matlacha in pictures

Painted shops, packed potlucks, and sunsets over the Pass.

On the island this fall

Meetings, markets, and the monthly Art Walk.

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  1. 21Nov

    Christmas Tree Decorating

    Sat, 9-11 AMTree buyers get their spot and decorate

  2. 28Nov

    Christmas Tree Lighting

    Sat, 6-8 PMWith Mr. and Mrs. Claus, cookies, and cider

  3. 30Nov

    MCA General Meeting

    Mon, 6 PMCivic building in the park

  4. 6Dec

    Monthly European Market

    Sun, 12-4 PMSunday open-air market

Add your voice for $15 a year.

Full-time, part-time, business owner, or the visitor who keeps coming back: if you love this island, your voice belongs in the room.

  • Have your say on county and state changes before they reach the island.
  • Meet the neighbors who keep this place running.
  • Hear first about meetings, events, and volunteer days.
Dozens of smiling volunteers on a waterfront lawn, filling luminary bagsNeighbors laughing and waving from lawn chairs, one wearing reindeer antlers

Become a member

It takes a minute. Our membership coordinator will reach out, then you'll pay your $15 online.

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Already a member? Pay dues online (opens in a new tab). Dues for 2026-27 are due in October.