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Art of the Calusa
2023-03-17 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Join the museum curator of Koreshan State Park for an interesting and informative talk about the history, culture and art of the Calusa.

Bonita Estero Woman’s Club
2023-03-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
General Meeting & Program
The Importance of our National Park Resources
Speaker: Fran Mainella, Former US National Parks Director

Mobile Food Pantry
2023-03-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Literacy Council Gulf Coast, 26820 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs, FL, 34135
Community Cooperative Announces March Mobile Food Pantry Schedule and Locations
FORT MYERS, FL. (February 28, 2023) – Community Cooperative announces its Mobile Food Pantries schedule for March.
The Mobile Food Pantry program is one of Community Cooperative’s most innovative ways to bring food and assistance to neighborhoods with high food insecurity and that lack resources.
ID is required for all attendees and bringing bags is encouraged with a limit of one mobile food pantry visit per month per household address.
The Community Market is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon for emergency groceries at the main campus, located at 3429 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. in Fort Myers for those who cannot access a mobile site.
If you are interested in financially supporting, volunteering for, or have any questions about our Growing Healthy Kids & Families program, please visit us at www.CommunityCooperative.com or call 239-332-SOUP (7687).

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

Demystifying and Defeating Dizziness
2023-03-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Lee Health Coconut Point
Lee Health will review definitions for dizziness, lightheadedness, imbalance and vertigo and talk about common tests to aid in understanding the possible reasons for dizziness. Reservations are required, RSVP to 239.468.0050.

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

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

Septic to Sewer Informational Meeting
2023-02-22 16:30 - 18:00 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Residents interested in learning more about the septic-to-sewer conversion may attend a neighborhood information meeting which will focus on the Broadway West UEP but will contain information about all phases of the utility expansion project.

Heart Health Fair & Education Event
2023-02-17 10:00 - 14:00 | FL
Programs all day including Strategies for Success with Heart Failure; Outdoor Strength, Balance & Stretch; Women & Heart Disease; Outdoor Meditation; and Heart Health Cooking Demos. Reservations are required, RSVP to 239.468.0050.

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

Ghost Walk
2023-02-04, 2023-02-03, 2023-01-28, 2023-01-27 | 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.

Skin Cancer Screening
2022-12-13 08:30 - 11:30 | Lee Health Coconut Point
An advanced dermatology provider will be perform skin checks and address your skin concerns with an appointment. RSVP at 239-468-0050.

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.”

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Farm to Feed: Root Crops
2022-12-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Lee Health Coconut Point
Join this class to learn all about growing your own root veggies in Southwest Florida!

Book Sale
2022-11-21 09:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-18 09:00 - 17:00 | 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

Art of the Calusa
2022-11-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Koreshan State Park

The Importance of Balance
2022-11-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Florida Blue Fort Myers Center, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, Florida, 33928
Join Chris Williams from Emeritus Health and learn why your balance gets worse as you age and how to improve it with in-home exercises. He will show you a series of exercises that you can do in your home to help improve your balance.

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.

3-Week Plant Based Cooking Series
2022-11-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Lee Health Coconut Point
Learn how to integrate more plant-based meals into your lifestyle. Call 239-468-0050 for more information.

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.
