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Ghost Walk Tours
2020-02-07 18:45, 2020-02-08 18:45 (America/New_York) | Koreshan State Park
Experience the unique history of this unusual community come to life as actors in period costumes portray the founding of the Koreshan Unity Settlement on the ground where it actually took place over 100 years ago. Enjoy an hour-long nighttime stroll along candlelit pathways, under the moonlight, as you walk to historic, restored Koreshan buildings, seeing and hearing the “Koreshans” tell their own stories, scene by scene. Enjoy a treat made from a Koreshan recipe and watch as the Fairbanks Morse diesel engine lights up the night! Shows begin at 6:45 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 8:00 p.m. on the evenings of January 31st (Sold Out), February 1st, 7th and 8th. ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE. GHOST WALK PERFORMANCES WILL TAKE PLACE RAIN OR SHINE.

Science Saturday
2020-02-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Miromar Outlet Mall, 10801 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL, United States
From making slime to constructing the solar system, kids learn about science and engineering at this no cost event.

Wetland Ecosystems for Children
2020-02-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Happehatchee Center, 8791 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL, United States
Christy Moore will be offering “Wetland Ecosystems for Children” at 1:00 – 3 p.m., Saturday, February 8 at the Happehatchee Center.
These classes are designed to teach children ages 6 – 10 years old about wetlands and the animals that live in them. The classes are free.
Happehatchee Center is located at 8791 Corkscrew Road and their phone number is 239-992-5455.

Music Series
2020-02-08 15:30 - 16:30 | Art Hall at Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd., Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Park entrance fee required.

The Saturday Music Series in the Art Hall features a variety of bands from January from March. The Koreshan Unity believed in bringing everyone together for the arts. This week features Tad & the Tadpoles.

The Koreshan Art Hall hosts live music with new performers each Saturday.

Estero Concert Series
2020-02-09 16:00 | Art Hall at Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd., Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Featured artists are Daniela Shtereva on violin and Daniela Dikova on piano. at the Koreshan Park Art Hall. Tickets sell out quickly.

Lover's Key State Park: Fishing Clinic
2020-02-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Lover’s Key State Park, 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL, United States
Directions at Ranger Station.

Regular park entrance fees apply.

Join a Park Naturalist to learn a variety of tackle and fresh bait rigs. Find out the best places to drop a line, and learn about the rules and regulations of game fishing in Southwest Florida. You might even learn a few of the “secrets” our local fishermen swear by. Space is limited; reservations are required. Call 239-463-4588.

The Importance of Being Earnest
2020-02-14 19:00 | Florida Gulf Coast University, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Fort Myers, FL, United States
FGCU’s Bower School of Music and the Arts Presents: The Importance of Being Earnest
February 14, 15, 21 & 22 at 7:30 p.m.
February 16, 22* & 23 at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students.
Oscar Wilde’s timeless classic, which debuted in London in 1895, follows a young man bent on marrying the woman he loves. performed at the Black Box Theatre.

Bark for Life
2020-02-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Coconut Point Mall
Join us on Saturday, February 15th, for Bark for Life! The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer.
By supporting Bark For Life, you help the American Cancer Society save lives, and that helps us move closer to our ultimate goal of a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
So bring your best canine friend and join us for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests, and games.
10am-2pm at Coconut Point lawn adjacent to Florida Blue.
For more information, visit http://www.relayforlife.org/barkbonitaspringsesteroFL

Annual Gulf Coast Dream Cruise
2020-02-15 11:00 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
GCDC brings you Cars, Beats and Eats! – This is a “FREE” event for all!

Gulf Coast Dream Cruise is adding a little twist to the event this year. For your enjoyment, we will have more than Cars at this event. We will also feature Live Music and of-course Tom’s Traveling Tunes along with a full-on Food Truck rally, Vendor exhibits and more!
We had such a great response from last years event we decided to up the ante.

We are Rocking and Rolling
2020-02-15 14:00 | South County Regional Library
Listen to a musical performance of old time rock-and-roll by local musician Tommy Barr in the library garden. Bring a folding chair or blanket and hear the Best of Old Time Rock-and-Roll and more!

Estero Forever Foundation
2020-02-20
Save the date – February 20, 2020
Residents are asked to save the date February 20, 2020 for the Estero Forever Foundation’s Inaugural Celebration to be held at Grandezza Country Club. Additional details will be provided soon.
A new foundation has been formed to enhance Estero’s positive growth. It’s called the Estero Forever Foundation.
Historic heritage, environmental preservation, recreational facilities and sports fields, and art and cultural centers are just some of the top priorities of the recently established foundation.
This new 501(c)3 organization was recently established with the goal of “forever building a stronger community” in order for Estero to continue to be the best place to live, work, play and visit.
The Foundation envisions the Village of Estero having interconnected parks, trails and other green public spaces, recreational facilities and arts and cultural centers that foster a sense of belonging and creates a sense of place and purpose. And the Foundation plans to mobilize and distribute the financial resources necessary to meet these community needs.
There are many residents who love the Village of Estero and would be gratified leaving a legacy which would impact those who follow.
A number of Estero volunteers are working together to assure the success of the Foundation’s mission, as well as planning a yearly special celebration event.
Village entities that support the mission and vision of the Foundation include the Village of Estero Council, the Estero Chamber of Commerce, the Estero Council of Community Leaders and Estero not-for-profit organizations.
All community projects supported will be in line with Estero’s Comprehensive Plan and in response to the needs expressed by the community.

Inaugural Celebration
2020-02-20 18:00 - 21:00 | The Club at Grandezza, Estero, FL, 33928
Estero Forever Foundation Inaugural Celebration
Enjoy a wonderful evening of fine food, drink & fun, and live entertainment provided by Billy Dean and Dawn. This exciting event will be held at the Grandezza Club house in Estero. Please contact us to reserve your tickets today!

Cooking Demo: Plant Based Cuisine
2020-03-04 11:00 | Lee Health Coconut Point Teaching Kitchen
Cooking Demo: Plant Based Cuisine
Lee Health Coconut Point

Curious about adding meat-free meals to your menu? Learn how to integrate more plant based recipes into your lifestyle at this live cooking demonstration.

Online Reservations

Conservation 20/20 in 2020
2020-03-10 18:30 | South County Regional Library
Conservation 20/20 in 2020
South County Regional Library

A Conservation 20/20 representative will discuss how the program has grown over the years with the acquisition of new land and what visitors can expect when they visit many of Lee County’s Conservation 20/20 preserves.

Library Calendar

Estero Concert Series canceled
2020-03-22 16:00 | Art Hall at Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd., Estero, FL, 33928, United States
This event has been canceled.

Breaking Par at Grandezza Virtual Gala
2020-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 | FL, United States
“Breaking Par at Grandezza”
Happy Hour Event -Friday, April 24th
Peruse Silent & Live Auction Items at 6:30 PM
Live Show begins 7:00 PM

More Information

Best Practices for Nonprofit Leadership during the Current COVID-19 Pandemic
2020-05-01 12:00 - 13:00
This panel event will provide participants with information and knowledge, from leading experts about current issues affecting nonprofit organizations.
Register Online

Summer Reading Program
2020-06-01
Link: https://leelibrary.readsquared.com/ComingSoon.aspx

Stay at Home Storytime
2020-06-03 10:00, 2020-06-10 10:00, 2020-06-24 10:00
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaYb5V_cGMkibFCJf-BAbg

Leading Heroically and Ethically in the Coronavirus Era
2020-06-09 10:00
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/restart-swfl-leading-heroically-and-ethically-in-the-coronavirus-era-tickets-106377865058?aff=RESTARTSWFLpage

Big Library Read
2020-08-03 00:00
LCLS patrons are joining millions of others around the globe in reading a historical fiction thriller ebook and audiobook during Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club. From August 3 -17, readers can borrow and read Tim Mason’s “intellectually stimulating and viscerally exciting” The Darwin Affair, then discuss it online at https://discuss.biglibraryread.com/.

Link: https://biglibraryread.com/current-title/

Stay at Home Storytime
2020-08-05 10:00, 2020-08-12 10:00
Join your librarian every Wednesday at 10 a.m. on Facebook or YouTube for Stay At Home Storytime, where we will share recordings of our favorite rhymes, books and songs.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaYb5V_cGMkibFCJf-BAbg

Sales Tax Holiday: School Supplies
2020-08-07 00:00
Qualifying items will be exempt from tax, including certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item; and the first $1,000 of the sales price of personal computers and certain computer-related accessories purchased for noncommercial home or personal use. Lee County schools are currently scheduled to open on August. 31.

Link: https://floridarevenue.com/backtoschool/

Vote By Mail Registration Deadline
2020-08-08 00:00
You can request a Vote-By-Mail ballot online for the upcoming primary and general elections. Ballots can be mailed out of State, but cannot be forwarded. Registrations expire after a few years. You can check your status online.

Deadline to request a mailed ballot: August 8
Primary Election: August 18
Link: https://www.lee.vote/Admin/Check-my-Registration-Status

Sales Tax Holiday: School Supplies
2020-08-09 00:00
Qualifying items will be exempt from tax, including certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item; and the first $1,000 of the sales price of personal computers and certain computer-related accessories purchased for noncommercial home or personal use. Lee County schools are currently scheduled to open on August. 31.

Organizer: State of Florida
Link: https://floridarevenue.com/backtoschool/

Cough & Cold Therapy Management for Seniors
2020-08-13 10:00
Manage the symptoms of colds and coughs so they don’t develop into more serious conditions.

Link: https://esterotoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Healthy-Life-Center-Virtual-Class-Calendar-August-PRINT.pdf
