24th Annual Estero Historical Society Traditional Turkey Luncheon
2022-11-15 12:00 (America/New_York) | Country Creek Country Club, 21180 Country Creek Drive, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
The Estero Historical Society is pleased to announce reservations are open for its 24th annual traditional turkey luncheon event, held this year at the Country Creek Country Club located at 21180 Country Creek Drive, (intersection of River Ranch and Corkscrew Roads). This year’s luncheon will feature a presentation by Susan Lindenmuth of Estero Fire Rescue on “Estero Fire Rescue Historical Timeline”. The event will be held on Nov. 15 at 12:00 pm. Tickets are $40 per person and can be reserved at esterohistoricalsociety.com/events/.
This event is open to all local residents and profits go to the Estero Historical Society Museum which is housed in two early 20th century buildings located at 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. in Estero Park.

Teen(y) Tiny Art
2022-11-15 18:00 - 19:00 | South County Regional Library
Create your own mini masterpiece for a Tiny Art Show at the library. Can’t make it? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk in early November for a free mini art kit while supplies last. For ages 12-17.

Wind Orchestra
2022-11-16 19:30 - 22:00 | U. Tobe Recital Hall
All are welcome to come out to enjoy the Wind Orchestra concert at the U. Tobe Recital Hall. This concert is free and open to the public.

Art of the Calusa
2022-11-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Koreshan State Park
Join the museum curator of Koreshan State Park for an interesting and informative talk about the history, culture and art of the Calusa.

Book Sale
2022-11-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-21 09:00 - 15:00 | South County Regional Library
Used Book Sale at S. Cty. Library. Fri. 11/18, Sat. 11/19 and Mon. 11/21. Books, DVDs and more
All day Friday and Saturday 9 -5
and 9-3 on Monday

16th Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser
2022-12-02 11:30 | FGCU
This fundraiser supports a local food pantry through the sales of hand-made bowls and soup.

Holiday Open House
2022-12-03 12:00 - 19:00 | Estero Historical Society, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, United States

Light Up Estero
2022-12-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Ocean Church, 22100 S. Tamiami Trail, Estero, FL, United States
“Light Up Estero – Unity In The Community” is our focus as we gather in the parking lot of Ocean Church to honor those volunteers, first responders and the workforce in our recovery from Hurricane Ian. We will have a candlelight tree lighting, Christmas carol sing-a-long, holiday music from the New Horizons Children’s Choir, bounce house, food trucks, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and a special holiday gift for all.
The event is free.
Any funds raised will be shared with the Rotary Club of Estero Foundation and Estero Forever Foundation for Hurricane Ian recovery.
Our focus is on unity in the community as we share fellowship, sing holiday songs & enjoy food!
There will be some seating available but don’t forget to bring your chair!
Sponsorships Available

Nisita Concert Series Logan Skelton, piano
2022-12-04 15:00 | FGCU
Logan Skelton is a much sought-after pianist, teacher and composer whose work has received international critical acclaim.

Protecting Yourself from Home Repair Fraud and Scams Workshop
2022-12-05 16:00 - 18:00 | South County Regional Library
The National Alliance Against Home Repair Fraud and a panel of local experts will give a presentation on avoiding home repair/rebuild scams during the hurricane recovery.

A Christmas Carol
2022-12-08 14:00 - 15:30 | South County Regional Library
Acclaimed actor Duffy Hudson will perform the timeless holiday classic “A Christmas Carol.”

Ghost Walk
2023-01-27, 2023-01-28, 2023-02-03, 2023-02-04 | Koreshan State Park
Stroll past restored buildings from a bygone era and watch reenactors perform scenes from their lives before, during, and after the Koreshans settled in Southwest Florida. Six performances nightly starting at 6:45 pm. Ticket sales start in December.

Medieval-Renaissance Art & Music
2023-02-15 14:00 - 16:00
A sampling of the extraordinary culture and history of the Middle Ages through the 16th century from Gregorian Chants to DaVinci.

Fjelstul Art Lecture Vesna Pavlovic: Material Memories
2023-02-23 18:00 - 19:00
At the heart of the Material Memories project is the question of what role photography plays in remembering history, both personal and public.

History of the Calusa with ﻿Jacob Winge
2023-02-25 09:30 - 11:00
Guest speaker Jacob Winge will be presenting the History of the Calusa. Continental breakfast is included.

Speaker Series: Alverez Smith Family & Home
2023-03-11 09:30 - 11:00
Listen to Mr. Jeff McCullers, local historian, talk about the Alverez-Smith family, their home, their place in Estero history and his personal heritage.

Art of the Calusa
2023-03-17 09:00 - 10:00

11th Annual Breaking Par Golf Tournament
2023-04-01 08:30 - 2023-04-02 20:00 | Grandezza, 11481 Grande Oak Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
April 1st and 2nd, 2023
Saturday Shotgun Scramble
Sunday Gala Dinner
Grandezza
All proceeds to fund educational initiatives by LEAD Estero.
Breaking Par Flyer and Registration

The Alibis Show
2023-04-20 18:30 | Estero High School, 21900 River Ranch Road, Estero, FL, 33928, United States

International Network of Creatives
2023-06-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Norris Center, 755 8th Avenue South, Naples, FL, 34102, United States
International Network of Creatives (formerly Storytellers Creative Arts, Inc.)
bill.barnett@incswfl.org
A gathering of creatives, connecting and building community. Come enjoy light refreshments and live music with Java Moon, a trio that plays a variety of musical genres. Learn about INC’s community groups for creatives, and our community outreach programs reaching adults battling addiction and mental illness, underprivileged children, and youth.
Donation https://www.internationalnetworkofcreatives.org/events-1/creatives-connect-mixer
International Network of Creatives (formerly Storytellers Creative Arts, Inc.) International Network of Creatives (formerly Storytellers Creative Arts, Inc.)

Everything you Need to Know about 19th Century Art History
2023-06-22 14:00 - 15:00
Take a look back at its revolutionary origins in ancient Rome, and then examine the amazing Romantic revival in early 19th Century Europe. Viewing samples of their paintings and poems which idealize “enchanted” nature, celebrate universal freedom, and glorify human destiny, we will see how Romantic artists attempted to harness the proverbial search for paradise.

Food for Thought Luncheon
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Embassy Suites by Hilton, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero, Florida, 33928
The Food for Thought Luncheon features Cheryl Mandell, Managing Editor of Estero Life Magazine. Take advantage of the opportunity to learn from a professional with 25 years of experience in marketing, media relations, and event planning

Coastal Cleanup
2023-09-16 08:00 - 11:00 | Keep Lee County Beautiful
Join the annual clean up of our coasts at any of the locations volunteers will work at. Can’t clean-up? Donors get a t-shirt for helping support the effort.

A History of the Koreshan Unity Settlement
2023-09-16 09:30 - 11:00 | Koreshan State Park 3800 Corkscrew Road, Estero, FL, United States
Presented by the Estero Historical Society at the Historic Art Hall in Koreshan State Park, Estero, FL 9:30 – 11:00 am. Presenter: Ron Westcott, lead docent at Koreshan State Park The Koreshan Unity Settlement which moved from Chicago to southwest Florida in 1893 had a profound effect on the development of this area. They were […]

Reelin' for Responders
2023-09-29
Adults and kids can have fun and win prizes fishing for snook, redfish, and more along our shoreline. Proceeds benefit the Bonita Springs and Estero Fire benevolent funds.
