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Book Sale
2022-11-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-21 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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
Join the museum curator of Koreshan State Park for an interesting and informative talk about the history, culture and art of the Calusa.

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, 2023-09-30
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.

Estero Yard Sale
2023-10-14 07:30 - 12:30 | Estero Park and Recreation Center
Rain or shine, shop or sell at the community yard sale.

Yard Sale
2023-10-14 07:30 - 17:00 | Estero Historical Society
Save the date for the Fall Yard Sale benefiting the Estero Historical Society.

Plant This, Not That
2023-10-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Master Gardener Debbie Boyles will share Florida friendly alternatives to invasive plants that will attract birds, butterflies and beauty to your yard.
