Edison Mall Welcomes The Lee County Community Back To School
By Angeli Chin The start of a new school year can bring about excitement, whether through reconnecting with friends or preparing for a year full
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Women’s Montage Club
By Rita Artwohl The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the
Bringing The Community Together With Love Lehigh
By Charlene Golden Last year’s Easter Egg Hunt at Christ United Methodist Church sparked the formation of a whole new organization for the people and
Lehigh Acres 2nd Annual 4th of July Freedom Fest
By Amanda Mitrani At Victory, there’s always something to do, eat, and explore. Victory Town Center encompasses close to 12 acres of land right in
Coldwell Banker Hosting Networking & Ribbon Cutting Events
By Amanda Mitrani Amy Admire & Catherine Van Til with the Southwest Florida Homes Team of Coldwell Banker are happy to announce their membership in
Montage Women’s Club
By Rita Artwohl The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the
2022 Sales Tax Holidays And Exemption Periods For The State Of Florida
Submitted By Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Co., P.A Every year various states offer sales tax holidays and/or tax-free dates to help reduce the cost
Montage Women’s Club
By: Rita Artwohl The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the
Local Organizations Come Together to Host Second Annual Workforce Signing Day
Submitted By: Jenny Parrish “It’s not all about college. It’s not the only way to succeed in life.” said Marissa Brown, a 2021 graduate of
Victory Church To Host Free Community Easter Event
Submitted By: Ximena Villasis Victory Church to host a free community Easter event on church grounds on April 17 at 11 a.m. This event will
Mixing & Dancing At Aki’s Dance Studio
By: Karen Debitetto Come join us for a late afternoon of mixing and dancing! Yes, we said dancing!… SWFL Business Network introduces Aki’s Dance Studio
East Lee County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Annual Gala and Awards Presentations – March 19th
By: Mike Welch At this writing, the local Chamber of Commerce is busy at work with preparations for its Annual Gala and with the honoring
Women’s Montage Club
By: Rita Artwohl The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the
Celebrating The Stars In Our Community! Chamber Gala March 19th
By: Mike Welch This year the Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating its 59th year and it will be celebrating those who serve our community
February Programs at Lakes Regional Library
Submitted By: Courtney Barr Next month’s roster of activities at Lakes Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the
Itech Center For Manufacturing Offers Tour And Discussion On Skilled Workforce In Today’s Economy
Local Tech College Offers Pipeline To Skilled Labor For Manufacturers Submitted By: Josh Milton It doesn’t seem today’s labor issues are going away anytime soon.
Congressman Byron Donalds and Mayor Kevin Anderson to attend Dreams and Inspirations at Edison Mall
Second Annual Dreams & Inspirations Event at Edison Mall WHAT: Edison Mall is kicking off the new year with our second annual Dreams & Inspirations event
Edison Mall – 2nd Annual Dream & Inspirations Event To Honor Dr. King
Edison Mall is kicking off the new year with our second annual Dreams & Inspirations event on Saturday, January 15, 2022 from noon – 4
CANCELLED – Fountain Crest Retirement Community Annual Health Fair
The Annual Health Fair by Fountain Crest Retirement Community Event for Wednesday, January 26th has been CANCELLED. Thank you for your understanding!
East Lee County Chamber Annual Gala Set For March 19th – Plantation Golf And Country Club
By Mike Welch The first quarter of the New Year will see the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Gala with new additions to the program. THE
Santa Photo RSVP Change at Edison Mall
RSVP Change To Note Beginning Dec. 23 Santa has been delighted by our community’s warm welcome and we want to inform you of an RSVP
Annual Fundraiser for Pink Heals Hits Record Numbers
By Katie Heck Each year in October, several local fire departments raise funds for Pink Heals through the purchase of special Breast Cancer Awareness shirts,
SWFL Business Network Report From The Field
There have been a few FIRSTS for our very active group of networkers this Fall: Friday Night Alive happened in the Edison Mall, where 15
Support Operation Santa Providing Gifts For Local Children In The Foster care System
Katz Counseling and Educational Psychology is proud to announce the continuation of Holiday Hope Cases, a holiday drive to support children in the foster care
Montage Women’s Club
The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the fourth Thursday of
Handbag Happy Hour Returns; Handbags Sought For November 18 Event
Handbag Happy Hour is returning to Fort Myers Thursday November 18, with celebrity handbags and lots more to be auctioned to benefit Valerie’s House and
Family Initiative Raises Over $175,000 At Casino Night Fundraiser
On Saturday, October 22, 2021, Family Initiative welcomed over 200 community leaders to its Casino Night fundraiser at the Cape Coral Yacht Club. The event
Continental Women’s Club
Please join us on Thursday, November 4th at 11:30 am when our program will feature Jennifer Benton, CEO of Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. (ACT).
Camera Club Resumes Bi-Monthly Meetings
Photographers at all levels of ability are invited to the regular bi-monthly meetings of the Fort Myers Camera Club. Meetings are held the 1st and
Bottoms Up At Arts On Tap
Now in its 4th year, Arts On Tap is a fundraising event for the Alliance for the Arts. This year’s event spans two days and
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