By: Stella Lucky | President, Arts of the Inland On November 16th, the Arts of the Inland Gallery hosted its Fall Art Gala Reception at the historic Christie House, built in 1914 and located next to Barron Park at 471 Lee Street in Labelle. The well-attended event was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the creativity […]
By: Tommy Lee Cook | The Buckingham Blues Bar The World Famous Buckingham Blues Bar will begin its 23rd year of operation during the month of November. We have brought the best in original, live Blues to Southwest Florida since its inception in 2002. Acts like Delbert McClinton, Albert Castiglia, and Selwyn Birchwood, to name […]
By: Mike Welch | voicesoflehigh.com—We Want to Hear From You! At this writing our communities in East Lee/Lehigh escaped damage as experienced farther west of us along the shoreline and in other areas of our state. The destruction is indeed heartbreaking and massive flooding in low-lying areas is now a facet of life. We have […]
By: Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno Regularly, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office posts pleas on social media accounts and in our newsletters regarding the importance of preventing animals from running freely in Lee County. Despite these reminders, the number of at-large animals continues to grow. These animals continue to destroy property, are regularly struck by […]
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida and the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center (SBDAC) presents the 18th Annual Festival of Trees, December 5, 2024 to December 8, 2024. This annual fundraiser has become a holiday tradition in Southwest Florida for thousands of families. Publix Super Markets Charities is this year’s presenting sponsor with a financial gift of $17,500 to help […]
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 Knit and Stitch 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 18 A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters that join together to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring […]
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 Let’s Play: Chess & More 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance and fun. Bring your own […]
Join Lee County Domestic Animal Services for its annual Pet Fest event 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers. This fun-filled event will feature “Rescue Row” with area shelters and rescues, a craft fair, and silent auction- all in time for the holidays. We also have Santa flying in […]
Special Equestrians recently commemorated its 37th anniversary in a heartfelt annual meeting themed “Making Miracles Happen.” The event brought together the organization’s dedicated riders, volunteers, staff, and beloved therapy horses to honor the profound impact they make in the lives of individuals with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. Since its founding in 1987, Special Equestrians […]
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