Pre Session Regional Luncheon
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Dozens of Bestselling Authors Coming to Lee County
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
Lee County Civic Center Complex to Host Touch a Truck Event
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
Tire Amnesty Day to Rid Neighborhoods of Discarded Tires Rescheduled for Jan. 11
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
January Programs at Riverdale Public Library
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
January Programs at East County Regional Library
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
Lee County Parks & Recreation to host 2025 Lee County Senior Games
Lee County Parks & Recreation welcomes all senior athletes to participate in the 2025 Lee County Senior Games, which feature social, recreational and competitive activities.
Audubon Southwest Florida: Birdwatching Adventures and Conservation Efforts for December 2024
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
The Keepers of SWFL Lore
By: James Kennedy | East Lee Wildlife Stewardship Group On December 7th, the Alva Museum will host Joe Johnson, a local cattleman, storyteller, and folk
1st Annual Autumn in Alva Fall Festival
By: James Kennedy | East Lee Wildlife Stewardship Group On October 26th, the Alva Museum welcomed residents from Alva and neighboring communities to the first
Join the Friends of East Lee County Regional Library
By: Paula Sklodowski | Educational Outreach Coordinator, WGCU Public Media/Florida Gulf Coast University The Friends of the East Lee County Regional Library is an independent,
18th Annual Festival of Trees lights up Fort Myers
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
December Programs at Riverdale Public Library
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
December Programs at East County Regional Library
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
New Civil Air Patrol Squadron Established in Lee County
The Civil Air Patrol (CAP), the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force, has announced the formation of the Lee County Composite Squadron. The
Cadet Post 102 Announces Fundraising Car Wash on Saturday, November 30
The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District invites the public to stop by Station 102 on Saturday, November 30, for a special fundraiser hosted
Planetarium Grand Reopening
By: Kalyn Lady | Bloody Bride of the Haunted Hike Friday, September 27th, the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium held an official ribbon cutting ceremony
Lehigh General Woman’s Club
By: Connie Puzevic The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres, Florida will hold its monthly meeting on Friday, October 18th at 1 pm at The
Montage Women’s Club
By: Rita Artwohl | President & Publicity Chair, Montage Women’s Club The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women
Annual Turkey Shoot Fundraiser
By: Olivia Lloyd | Club Secretary, Fort Myers East Rotary Club On Saturday, November 2nd from 10:00 am–2:00 pm held at Lee County Posse Arena,
East Lee Co Chamber Gala
By: Mike Welch At this writing Hurricane Helene churns into the Gulf with a target on Florida’s Big Bend near the Capitol and a swipe
Thursday November 14th – Speaker Series Presentation
Hello Members and Friends, We hope everyone who was impacted by the storms is recovering well. I know it has been a rough couple of years for
Lehigh Community Services Celebrity Waiter Dinner 2024
Join Lehigh Community Services for an unforgettable night at the 2024 Celebrity Waiter/Waitress Dinner, set to take place at The Club at Gateway, Fort Myers
Barris Park Trunk or Treat – October 26th
Come one, come all to Barris Park for our second annual Trunk or Treat on October 26th from 4 pm to 7 pm for a
The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres monthly meeting Nov. 15th, 2024
Submitted by: Connie Puzevic The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres will hold their monthly meeting on Friday, Nov. 15tfh, at the Rise Christian Church, 50
Better Together, Grace Church to host job fair in Fort Myers Oct. 24
Better Together is partnering with Grace Church to host a community job fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24 in Fort
FutureMakers Coalition and David Lawrence Centers Offer FREE Mental Health First Aid Training
FutureMakers Coalition has teamed up with David Lawrence Centers to introduce FREE Mental Health First Aid Training to our community, aiming to bolster resilience in
Lehigh Acres Senior Center to Host Craft Fair on November 2, 2024
Get ready to explore a world of creativity at the upcoming Craft Fair hosted by the Lehigh Acres Senior Center on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
Mark Your Calendar For the Craftie Ladies Fall Craft Fair
By: Glenda Zieglar | Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church The Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church are once again having
State of the Region: Keynote Speaker Announced
By: Alexa Scoby | Marketing & Communications Manager With SWFL Inc. SWFL Inc. is pleased to announce that Richard Stern, Director of the Grover M.
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