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A New Type of Comic Con Comes to Fort Myers

A New Type of Comic Con Comes to Fort Myers

By: Amanda Mitrani Southwest Florida has become a new home base for Comic Cons and conventions in general. With conventions like SW Florida Con, Space Con, and Caloosa Con breathing a new life into Fort Myers, communities of “nerdy fandoms” like sci-fi, anime, and superheroes have rejoiced in these new opportunities to connect with people […]

Vibe Yoga offers Free Trauma-Informed Yoga Classes for Military and First Responders and Free Meditation Classes

Vibe Yoga offers Free Trauma-Informed Yoga Classes for Military and First Responders and Free Meditation Classes

Yoga classes for seniors, children, teenagers, and Stand-Up Paddle Board are offered in addition to traditional yoga classes at the studio that opened in May Fort Myers, Fla. (July 26, 2021) – Recognizing the healing she experienced from yoga for her own trauma, Lindsay Smith has opened Vibe Yoga at 13461 Parker Commons Blvd., Fort […]

Greater Fort Myers Chamber to Explore Unique Ways Companies to Help Their Community at Aug. 18 Luncheon

Greater Fort Myers Chamber to Explore Unique Ways Companies to Help Their Community at Aug. 18 Luncheon

FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 19, 2021) – The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon on Wednesday, Aug. 18 will explore the unique ways companies are helping their communities in Southwest Florida. Attendees of the Chamber luncheon will hear from a dynamic panel of local business professionals, who have implemented creative ways to serve […]

Hit Singer-Songwriters Jimmie Allen and Michael Ray Headline Island Hopper Songwriter Fest

Hit Singer-Songwriters Jimmie Allen and Michael Ray Headline Island Hopper Songwriter Fest

Download the free festival app for tickets   LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Island Hopper Songwriter Fest kicks off its seventh year with an impressive lineup of talented singer-songwriters including Jimmie Allen and Michael Ray. Allen, who won this year’s Academy of Country Music Award for New Male Artist of the Year, will perform at the highly anticipated pool […]

The 48th Culligan City of Palms Classic is Back with a Star-Studded Field

The 48th Culligan City of Palms Classic is Back with a Star-Studded Field

Top teams to take part in the nation’s No.1 high school tournament FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 15, 2021) – After a one-year layoff, the excitement is building as the 48th Culligan City of Palms Classic field is set for the tournament, which will be held December 17 – December 22 at Suncoast Credit Union Arena on the […]

Sponsors needed for annual ‘Clips for Cancer’ Event to Help Children with Cancer

Sponsors needed for annual ‘Clips for Cancer’ Event to Help Children with Cancer

The event raises money to ensure that no local child with cancer is denied access to care FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 15, 2021) – Sponsors are needed for Clips for Cancer, a month-long event in September that raises the funds necessary to ensure that programs and services are available for the increasing number of local children […]

Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner helping teen mothers thrive with assistance at Lee Adolescent Mothers Program (LAMP)

Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner helping teen mothers thrive with assistance at Lee Adolescent Mothers Program (LAMP)

FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 15, 2021) – Associates & Bruce L. Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured, is proud to have joined forces with several local organizations to provide clothing, supplies, and words of inspiration to teen mothers in our community. A donation drive was held across the firm and the community to help gather necessities, and […]

SWFL SteamCon: A Steampunk & Fantasy Convention

SWFL SteamCon: A Steampunk & Fantasy Convention

This indoor event based in Fort Myers, FL features authors, craft makers, artists & steampunk-themed activities like Tea Duelling, Parasol Duelling, The Splendid Teapot Race, Hamster Wars, Costume Contests, and live music! Rain or shine with air conditioning, on-site bar, tea & food for sale. Fun for all ages! Come see the magic of SWFL […]

Summer Recap

Summer Recap

Submitted By: Commissioner Cecil L. Pendergrass Greetings! First and foremost, I know we are all relieved that Tropical Storm Elsa did not intensify to a category hurricane in our area. With that said, we are still in hurricane season and Lee County remains steadfast in monitoring the weather and keeping you and your neighbors informed […]

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