Twenty-five acclaimed and bestselling authors are coming to Lee County to talk to fans and sign books at the 26th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 1. The festival takes place at the Fort Myers Regional Library, 2450 First St., and brings in internationally recognized authors for adults, teens and children […]
Lee County Parks & Recreation invites the community to attend a Touch-a-Truck event at the Lee County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers. The free, family-friendly event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Jan. 4. The event’s first hour, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., will be sensory-friendly, offering a […]
Old tires are notoriously effective mosquito-breeding habitats Lee County Solid Waste is partnering with Lee County Mosquito Control District and Fort Myers East Rotary for Tire Amnesty Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, to rid neighborhoods of discarded passenger car tires. Lee County residents can drop off passenger car tires at […]
This holiday season, Lee Health is giving the community the gift of receiving safe, high-quality care — at a level previously only available within the hospital — from the comfort of their own home. The health system is thrilled to announce its new Hospital at Home program, which launched at Gulf Coast Medical Center in […]
Next month’s roster of activities at Riverdale Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public: Adult Programs Book Discussion: “By the Fire We Carry” by Rebecca Nagle 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2 Reporter and member of the Cherokee Nation, Rebecca Nagle, recounts the generations-long fight for tribal land […]
Next month’s roster of activities at East County Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public: Adult Programs East County Craft Club: Vision Planner 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 This month Craft Club will get ready for the new year with vision planners, a fun spin on vision […]
Lee County Parks & Recreation welcomes all senior athletes to participate in the 2025 Lee County Senior Games, which feature social, recreational and competitive activities. Registration is open. Register at www.leeparks.org/register or call 239-533-7275. Registration is $15 per event. Participants must be 50 years or older by Dec. 31, 2025, and qualifying event top finishers will be eligible […]
As we approach the end of the year, there are several exciting opportunities for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts in our area. Mark your calendars and join us for these engaging events and initiatives: Koreshan State Park Field Trip Date: December 17, 2024Time: 8:00 AMExplore the natural beauty of Koreshan State Park on this free guided […]
Lee Health has teamed up with another local university to encourage nursing students to build their careers and live in Southwest Florida through the Lee Health Nova Southeastern University Nursing Scholarship Program. The Lee Health Nova Southeastern University Nursing Scholarship Program will provide scholarships to 20 nursing students who will apply for the Lee Health […]
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