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Sleep Apnea: Beyond CPAP
2025-07-22 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lee Health Coconut Point Healthy Life Center, 23450 Via Coconut Point Estero, FL 34135
Join Dr. Jose Colon, sleep medicine and Dr. Ben Lehmkuhl, head and neck surgeon, for a discussion on Sleep Apnea treatments beyond CPAP.

Painting with Passion
2025-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Florida Blue, 8041 Plaza del Lago Drive
“Painting with Passion,” an immersive art event where you can unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of painting.

Garden Workshop: Learn and Grow with the Healthy Org
2025-07-26 09:30 - 10:30 | Lee Health Coconut Point Healthy Life Center, 23450 Via Coconut Point Estero, FL 34135
Join Falon, Co-founder and CEO of The Healthy Org, for an inspiring workshop on the beauty and benefits of vertical tower gardens.

Lunch & Learn: The LCSO Civilian Support Unit
2025-07-31 11:30 - 13:00 | Lee County Sheriff’s Office Miromar Outlets Community Outreach Center, 10801 Corkscrew Rd. Suite 190, Estero
What does the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Civilian Support Unit do? Why it matters, and how it makes a real difference. Free lunch generously provided by Ford’s Garage of Miromar Outlets. RSVP required to glevine@sheriffleefl.org

Alive After Five! at Ted's Montana Grill
2025-07-31 17:30 - 19:00 | Ted’s Montana Grill, 8017 Plaza del Lago Dr., Estero, fl, 33928
Enjoy good eats, great conversation, meet new peers at Alive After Five! at Ted’s Montana Grill on Thursday, July 31. From 5:30 – 7:00 pm enjoy complimentary appetizers including nachos, sliders, and onion rings! Take advantage of happy hour specials and mingle with your colleagues in the greater Estero business community. And why not stay for dinner afterwards? Check out the menu on our website.
Ted’s Montana Grill is centrally located in Coconut Point at 8017 Plaza Del Lago Drive. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to build relationships, share ideas, and meet local business leaders in a fun, casual setting. Tickets are $20 for Members and just $30 for Non-Members. Get yours online at https://esterochamber.org.

Back to School Sales Tax Holiday
2025-08-01 08:00 - 17:00
Qualifying school supplies and apparel will be sales tax free the month of August. View the full list for limits and included items.

Beach And Estuary Walk
2025-08-01 09:00 - 10:00 | Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach FL 33931
Join a park ranger for a leisurely walk over the estuary and along the beach to discover the natural treasures of the Lovers Key shoreline. Learn about seashells, crustaceans, sea stars, and other creatures that can be found in our waters.

NCH Blood Drive
2025-08-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Cinema Way at Coconut Point
Your donation can make a difference in someone’s life, and it only takes a little bit of your time to help save a life. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your contribution is incredibly important. Plus, you’ll get a special thank-you for your generosity!

Back to School: Fuel the Future
2025-08-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Florida Blue, 8041 Plaza del Lago Drive
A family-friendly event featuring FREE school supply giveaways*, fun activities for the kids, and resources to help students start the school year strong. See link for details.

World Breastfeeding Awareness Week: The Milk & Mingle
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Wa-Ke Hatchee Park and Rec. Center, 16760 Bass Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Join us in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week at The Milk & Mingle—a free, family-friendly event designed to support and connect parents through wellness, community resources, and meaningful conversation.

Living with Alligators
2025-08-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero
During this engaging presentation by Sarah Denison Williams, Community Education Manager with Big Waters Land Trust, you will explore the fascinating life history of the American alligator and share essential tips on what to do if you encounter them.

Pedal for a Purpose
2025-08-09 09:00 - 10:15 | CycleBar Fort Myers 13499 S. Cleveland Ave. #233
Ride strong, give back, and support cancer care in Southwest Florida! All proceeds will benefit the Lee Health Cancer Institute and the Cancer Care Communities Fund. Grab your crew, throw on your best Western gear, and ride for a cause.

Frogs: Canaries in Our Wetlands
2025-08-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Bonita Springs Estero Realtors, 25300 Bernwood Drive Suite #1, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
Join Dr. Win Everham, a Professor of Marine and Ecological Sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University, for a lecture uncovering the importance of frogs in our day-to-day lives! Discover how these amphibians reflect the health of wetland ecosystems, what their presence (or absence) reveals, and why their survival matters more than we might think.

Planning, Zoning & Design Board Meeting
2025-08-12 16:30 - 21:30 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
The Village of Estero Planning, Zoning and Design Board will discuss several important matters at its next meeting on Tuesday, August 12.
These meetings are an opportunity for residents to learn more about growth, development, and zoning changes within Estero and to voice questions, concerns, and comments on these topics.
Items for discussion on the agenda include:

An application by Curadel Pharma, which develops products for cancer treatment and imaging, to build a 43,000-square-foot medical office on a vacant 3.5-acre lot at 9600 Corkscrew Road at River Ranch Road.
An application by Shadow Wood Country Club to build a 34,000-square-foot lifestyle center including indoor pickleball courts, a restaurant, and a pro shop. The project would also relocate outdoor tennis courts and include a new pool.

Residents who wish to comment during the meeting should complete a Public Comment Card. E-comment forms are also available before meetings and must be returned by noon the day before the meeting.
The full agenda and supporting documents can be viewed here by clicking on “Planning Zoning and Design Board Meeting.”
Learn more here.

POSTPONED Live Online Option: FDOT Public Hearing on I-75 Widening
2025-08-12 17:00
The online meeting originally scheduled for this date has been postponed.

POSTPONED: Public Hearing: I-75 Widening
2025-08-14 16:30 - 21:00 | North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109
The meeting previously scheduled for this date has been postponed by FDOT.

Lee County Sheriff: Residential Security
2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Florida Blue, 8041 Plaza del Lago Drive
From lighting and cameras to landscaping and locks, LCSO’s Heather Turco will provide you with simple tips to make sure your home and property are safe from criminals.

Alive After Five! at Hertz Arena
2025-08-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero, Florida, 33928
Network with local business professionals, tour the incredible Hertz hospitality facilities, and enjoy tasty appetizers in the Hertz #1 Club at Alive After Five! at Hertz Arena on Thursday, August 21.

Register now to enjoy:

Free appetizers and a beverage upon arrival
2 Free tickets to a Florida Everblades 2025 Preseason Game
Tours of the facility, including party areas, suites – even the luxury suite and party suite.
Chance to win premium seats to an upcoming Everblades home game!

Alive After Five starts at 5:30 pm and runs ‘til 7:00 pm. Hertz Arena is located at 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero, FL 33928. Please enter through the doors located on the east side of Hertz Arena – by the Breakaway Sports Pub and the Pro Shop.

Tickets are $20 for Members and just $30 for Non-Members. Get yours online at https://esterochamber.org/

So bring your holiday party questions, a friend, and enjoy a stellar night in the Hertz #1 Club.

Understanding Mosquitoes in Our Ecosystem
2025-08-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928
Join Andrea McKinney, with the Collier Mosquito Control District, to uncover the unique conditions that make our region a mosquito hotspot, the different ecological roles mosquitoes play, and how today’s mosquito control works to strike a balance between protecting human health and the health of our natural environment.

Marvel Artist Jerry DeCaire’s Live-Drawing Workshop!
2025-09-05 15:00 - 16:30 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero
Join Marvel Entertainment comic artist Jerry DeCaire for an electrifying 1.5-hour interactive presentation that unveils the artistic process behind your favorite superheroes!
Don’t miss this chance to see a Marvel artist in action! Registration is required. The workshop will take place in Estero Rec Center Room 103A.

Discover the Magic of Girl Scouts-Fairy Adventure
2025-09-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
Activities include storytime, crafts, and education on our environment! This event is FREE to girls who want to know more about Girl Scouting or girls who are already members.

Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday
2025-09-08 - 2025-12-31
Consumers can purchase qualifying hunting, fishing, and camping supplies exempt from tax during the 2025 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday.

Planning, Zoning & Design Board Meeting
2025-09-09 16:30 - 21:30 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Key Agenda Items & Actions
1. Grandezza Pickleball – Limited Development Order (District 5)

Location: The Club at Grandezza, 11481 Grande Oaks Blvd.
Proposal: Construction of four pickleball courts between the existing tennis courts and clubhouse.
Current use: Parking area.
Status: Pending application; subject to public hearing and board review.

2. Summercrest (formerly Toll Brothers Development Order, DOS2024-E008, District 4)

Location: NE corner of Corkscrew Rd. & Sandy Ln., ±21 acres.
Proposal: 153 townhome units with amenities, utilities, and infrastructure.
Includes: Public use area.
Public Information Meeting: December 10, 2024.
Status: Development Order under board review.

3. Broadway Crossing (formerly Mayfair Village, DOS2025-E006, District 4)

Location: 8790 Broadway East, south of Broadway East, west of Sandy Ln., east of Seminole Gulf RR.
Proposal: 17 single-family homes on 7.5 acres.
Rezoning: Approved June 4, 2025 (Ordinance 2025-06).
Public Information Meeting: October 29, 2024.
Status: Development Order under board review.

4. Coconut Trace Hotel – Tract F (DOS2025-E007, District 1)

Location: 22910 Lyden Dr., west of US 41, across from Coconut Point Mall.
Proposal: 122-room, 4-story hotel.
Rezoning: Approved February 5, 2025 (Ordinance 2024-14).
Public Information Meeting: April 9, 2024.
Status: Development Order under board review.

5. Ordinance Review – Capital Improvement Schedule (Ordinance 2025-10)

Purpose: Update to Capital Improvements Element, reflecting the FY 2025/26 Capital Improvement Program.
Includes: Village of Estero CIP and Lee County School District Capital Plan (2024–2033).
Action: Board will make recommendation; Village Council to review on September 17, 2025.

Note: This summary was written by Engage Estero and is not an official record of the Village. You can view Village meetings online at https://estero-fl.gov/meetings

Food for Thought featuring Andy Petry of Arthrex
2025-09-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Embassy Suites Estero
Join Us for the September Food for Thought Luncheon!
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Andy Petry, Senior Group Product Manager at Arthrex, as our featured speaker for the September Food for Thought Luncheon.

Andy will provide an inside look at Arthrex’s exciting new Cardiothoracic Surgery division, which focuses on groundbreaking innovations in procedures involving the heart, lungs, and chest organs. Headquartered in Naples, Arthrex is recognized globally as a leader in minimally invasive surgical technology, research, manufacturing, and medical education.

Wednesday, September 10
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Embassy Suites Estero
10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero, FL 33928

Enjoy a buffet lunch prepared by the talented Embassy Suites culinary team, and take advantage of this great opportunity to connect with local business and community leaders in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere.

Tickets:
$30 for Chamber members
$40 for non-members
Get your tickets here:
https://business.esterochamber.org/events/details/food-for-thought-luncheon-athrex-andy-petry-1265

Food for Thought
2025-09-10 11:30 - 17:00 | Embassy Suites Estero, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero
September’s luncheon features Andy Petry, Senior Group Product Manager at Arthrex, who will introduce their new Cardiothoracic Surgery division. Members and Non-members are welcome.

How to Apply for a Passport
2025-09-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Online
This informational webinar will cover:

• Passport requirements for adults & minors
• Steps in the application process
• Steps in the renewal process
• Related fees & processing times
• Available contacts & resources

Village of Estero Council Budget and Special Meeting
2025-09-10 17:00 | Village of Estero, 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Key Agenda Items & Actions
Budget & Finance

Resolution 2025-14 – Adopted the tentative millage rate for FY 2025–2026 property taxes.
Resolution 2025-15 – Adopted the tentative FY 2025–2026 budget.
Financial Reports – Reviewed June and July 2025 reports.
Resolution 2025-13 – Established an Auditor Selection Committee and appointed members.

Grants & Funding

Tourist Development Tax Agreement – Approved, providing $163,000 in funding for Estero River Park trails (reducing Village costs).
Resolution 2025-21 – Acknowledged receipt of a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant, directing staff to publish the required public notice.

Community & Events

Resolution 2025-16 – Established a budget for the 2025 Veterans Day Event.
Agreement with Estero Forever Foundation – Approved for management of the Happehatchee Complex($1,500/month).

Operations & Infrastructure

Forerunner Software Renewal – Approved 2-year renewal of floodplain management software ($81,796).
Ordinance 2025-09 (Second Reading) – Approved, granting authority for the Village to approve plats (land development process).

Notable Outcomes
✅ Tentative millage rate and FY 2025–2026 budget adopted.
✅ $163,000 secured in TDT funds for Estero River Park trails.
✅ Veterans Day event budget formally established.
✅ FEMA grant award acknowledged.
✅ Agreement approved for ongoing management of Happehatchee Complex.
✅ Software renewal ensures continued compliance with floodplain management.
✅ Ordinance clarified Village authority on plat approvals.

Community Visioning for Conservation: Public Participation in Florida’s Long-Range Planning
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
A free webinar on how public participation, science-based planning, and local government leadership can work together to protect green infrastructure and guide development away from environmentally sensitive areas.

September Bioblitz
2025-09-12 09:00 - 11:00 | CREW Bird Rookery Swamp Trails, 1295 Shady Hollow Blvd W Naples, FL 34120
Join us for a morning of wildlife surveying at CREW Bird Rookery Swamp Trail!
Bioblitzes are citizen-science infinitives that connect beginner and amatuer naturalists to experts in the field and contribute to publically available datasets tracking biodiversity and species abundance across the globe.

Eternal Horizons: Death And The Afterlife In Ancient Egypt
2025-09-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Road, Estero
Discover the mysteries of tombs, mummies, and burial goods at this unique event. Learn about the rituals and customs that the ancient Egyptians followed to ensure a successful journey to the afterlife.
