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SUMMARY:Plant This\, Not That
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardener Debbie Boyles will share Florida friendly alternatives to invasive plants that will attract birds\, butterflies and beauty to your yard.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/plant-this-not-that/
LOCATION:Estero Park & Recreation Center\, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Fall Yard Sale benefiting the Estero Historical Society.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/yard-sale/
LOCATION:Estero Historical Society
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Estero Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Rain or shine\, shop or sell at the community yard sale.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/estero-yard-sale/
LOCATION:Estero Park and Recreation Center
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Mall Mutts
DESCRIPTION:Adoptable and adorable dogs visit from the Gulf Coast Humane Society.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/mall-mutts-3/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: DBS for Parkinson's and Essential Tremor
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. George Mandybur\, neurosurgeon for a Q&A with a patient about DBS Therapy for Parkinson’s and Essential Tremor. Lunch Provided.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/lunch-learn-dbs-for-parkinsons-and-essential-tremor/
LOCATION:Lee Health Coconut Point
CATEGORIES:Health
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SUMMARY:Board of Lee County Commissioners Zoning / Comp Plan Hearings
DESCRIPTION:Agendas are posted approximately one week prior to the hearing date.​​
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/board-of-lee-county-commissioners-zoning-comp-plan-hearings/
LOCATION:Old Lee County Courthouse\, 2120 Main Street\, Fort Myers\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee County Events
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SUMMARY:Board of Lee County Commissioners Meeting
DESCRIPTION:​Agendas are posted approximately one week prior to the meeting.​  You can view the agenda and watch meeting videos on our agenda website.  You can also view the meeting stream on LeeTV\, Youtube\, or Facebook Live.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/board-of-lee-county-commissioners-meeting/
LOCATION:Old Lee County Courthouse\, 2120 Main Street\, Fort Myers\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee County Events
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SUMMARY:Teen Driver Challenge Part two
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches techniques and life-saving skills used by professional drivers in a “hands-on” driving environment. Students learn vehicle dynamics\, safe driving practices and responsible decision making through the classroom and driving exercises. Registration and advance paperwork required.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/teen-driver-challenge-part-two-3/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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SUMMARY:Reelin' for Responders
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/reelin-for-responders-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T170000
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SUMMARY:Teen Driver Challenge Part one
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches techniques and life-saving skills used by professional drivers in a “hands-on” driving environment. Students learn vehicle dynamics\, safe driving practices and responsible decision making through the classroom and driving exercises. Registration and advance paperwork required.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/teen-driver-challenge-part-one-3/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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SUMMARY:Reelin' for Responders
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \n 
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/reelin-for-responders/
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T170000
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SUMMARY:Believe N Books
DESCRIPTION:Believe N Books is a local 501(c)3 founded by a Lee County middle school student in 2021. The organization collects new and used children’s books to be given to underprivileged kids in SWFL. \nDonate your books at the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Miromar Community Outreach Center on Sept. 28 to contribute to this worthy cause! \nMore info or donate online at believenbooks.org
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/believe-n-books/
LOCATION:LCSO Miromar Outlets Community Outreach Center
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T103000
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SUMMARY:Woof Walk
DESCRIPTION:: Furry friends from ARC (Animal Refuge Center) will be meeting and greeting guests!
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/woof-walk-2/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with Crimestoppers
DESCRIPTION:Trish Routte\, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers Director\, will be speaking regarding the importance of the Crime Stoppers program\, the mechanisms that keep ALL calls confidential\, program successes and the reward process. \nThis program provides an incredible amount of information to ALL law enforcement agencies in Lee\, Collier\, Charlotte\, Hendry and Glades Counties…16 law enforcement agencies in total! \nAdditionally\, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers will be accepting applications for new board members…a critical component of the program. \nFord’s Garage will graciously and generously providing lunch for all attendees (maximum 30).
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/lunch-learn-with-crimestoppers/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office at Miromar
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T100000
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SUMMARY:Dizziness Series
DESCRIPTION:This two session series will demystify and defeat dizziness in your life.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/dizziness-series-2/
LOCATION:Lee Health Coconut Point
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T170000
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SUMMARY:Southeast Advanced Water Reclamation Facility Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Lee County Utilities is beginning the design phase for the SEAWRF Project\, which is proposed to be located at 14201 Alico Road in Fort Myers\, Florida. The SEAWRF project will provide the county with a 6 million gallons per day advanced water reclamation facility that can be expanded to 10 million gallons per day. The project is needed to support existing and future population in the area. \nThe next step in the project is to hold a Public Hearing on the Comprehensive Plan Amendment on Monday\, Sept. 25 at 9:00 am at Lee County Administration East Building (Room 118)\, in downtown Fort Myers.The County has a website with detailed information on the project at lcusewater.com.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/southeast-advanced-water-reclamation-facility-public-hearing/
LOCATION:Lee County Administration\, 2201 Second Street Room 118\, Fort Myers\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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SUMMARY:Teen Driver Challenge Part two
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches techniques and life-saving skills used by professional drivers in a “hands-on” driving environment. Students learn vehicle dynamics\, safe driving practices and responsible decision making through the classroom and driving exercises. Registration and advance paperwork required.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/teen-driver-challenge-part-two-2/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T200000
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SUMMARY:Teen Driver Challenge Part one
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches techniques and life-saving skills used by professional drivers in a “hands-on” driving environment. Students learn vehicle dynamics\, safe driving practices and responsible decision making through the classroom and driving exercises. Registration and advance paperwork required.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/teen-driver-challenge-part-one-2/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T151712Z
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SUMMARY:Bone Health Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:This day of programs will discuss risks for osteoporosis\, exercises and movements\, nutrition tips\, and medications for optimal bone health.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/bone-health-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Lee Health Coconut Point
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000
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SUMMARY:September Member and Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presentation PDF\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Speakers: \nAllan BowditchEngage Estero’s Chief Communications Officer \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Terry FlanaganEngage Estero’s Chief Business Administrator \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				John QuinEstero Forever Foundation President \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				A Summary of The Community & Membership MeetingThe Estero Park and Recreation Center \nThursday\, September 21\, 2023. \nAllan Bowditch\, Engage Estero’s Chief Communications Officer\, opened the meeting. President Jim Gilmartin could not attend due to personal matters. \nAlthough a very high attendance was anticipated\, the severe storm that occurred just before the start of the meeting deterred several of those who had signed up for the meeting. Hopefully\, those individuals and others will review this report and the YouTube video of the meeting. \nFollowing the Pledge of Allegiance\, Allan Bowditch and Terry Flanagan\, Chief Business Administrator\, discussed various aspects of the developments in greater Estero. \n\nFull details of all the developments (residential and commercial) were highlighted to illustrate the increasing urbanization in our area. Details of the buildings and road and bike path developments that will likely occur in the coming years\, the latter as part of the Village’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)\, can be viewed on the following links. https://esterotoday.com/gecr2023qtr3/ and https://estero-fl.gov/cip/\n\n\nAllan explained following discussion with Dan Delisi\, Land Use Planning and Water/Environmental Policy Consultant\, that land rights that were established in the 80s and 90s in Lee County\, which go way back before mixed-use designations in the 2010s\, make it difficult to control the numbers of units being built.\nIt happens to be the case that Florida has robust property rights laws\, among the strongest in the nation. Once something is given\, it can’t be taken away without replacement value.\nIt doesn’t matter when Estero was incorporated; the Village inherited the land use rights given before incorporation.\nWhile that does mean the public and the Village Planning\, Zoning\, and Design Board (PZDB) cannot stop the developments on land already provided with zoning rights\, certain aspects can be addressed.\nThese can include such issues as Design\, Height\, Density\, Layout\, Quality\, Color\, Setbacks\, open space\, Landscaping\, Lighting\, Traffic and Entry/Exit Concerns\, Environmental\, water run-off\, and wildlife issues.\nThe citizens of Estero believe they need an opportunity to make comments at an early stage in the development planning process. 92% of residents said “Yes” to the question- Should Engage Estero formally request that the Village require developers to present their plans to a nonbinding committee (open to the public) before formally submitting plans to the Planning\, Zoning\, and Design Board? Engage Estero discussed this issue with the Village Management and the Mayor.\nFollowing concerns from the public that investigations into traffic flow around the Woodfield development (Hwy41/ Coconut Road) would not address the overall impact on Estero from the various developments taking place\, Engage Estero took up this issue with the Village Management. We confirm that a comprehensive traffic investigation will be conducted within 12 months. This will\n\nInclude traffic estimates for those developments on vacant parcels.\nWill incorporate the impact from areas outside Estero.\nWill consider the peak traffic density.\nWill include workers and services entering the Village.\nWill be updated every 4-5 years.\nThe intent is to identify issues and provide recommendations to improve traffic flow and safety.\n\n\nTerry Flanagan explained the meaning of mixed-use. This is an option that several developers have applied for as a re-zoning request. Contrary to popular opinion\, this has several significant benefits for the community. Mixed-use allows the developer to incorporate commercial business options within the residential plans. This helps to reduce the number of vehicles used when there are opportunities for residents to shop and visit medical facilities\, banks\, etc.\, where they reside.\nThe Village’s Capital Improvement Plan will feature road widening along Williams Road; River Ranch Road improvements\, East Corkscrew Road multi-use paths and lighting; Broadway West improvements\, Bike Path and Pedestrian improvements on Corkscrew Road\, Sandy Lane\, and Williams Road. Full details can be found on the above links.\nTerry Flanagan commented on the definitions used by the Village regarding the Village Center and Village Hub. This was shown pictorially (see presentation slides on the website) and covers the area from Broadway in the north to Coconut Road in the South\, Hwy 41 in the west\, and US 71 in the east.\nAttendees were reminded of the informative Public Forum in October: A Public Forum on Estero’s Future; Learn the Impact of Urbanization & Development and How It Will Affect Greater Estero. With Support from the FGCU Water School\, October 25\, 2023\, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM\, at FGCU’s Cohen Student Center Ballroom. You can sign up on esterotoday.com\n\nJohn Quin\, President of The Estero Forever Foundation\, then spoke about the Foundation and the developments taking place on the land purchased by the Village on the northeast corner of Via Coconut and Willams Road and the 62acre site north and south of the Estero River north of Corkscrew Road and east of Hwy41. \n\nThe Forever Foundation is a Non-Profit Public Foundation that mobilizes resources\, including financial assets and people. It encourages residents to give their time\, talent\, and treasure to supporting Non-Profits and other greater Estero Community organizations.\nJohn explained that the Foundation had helped to keep the golf driving range open with the help of the Village and with assistance from one full-time\, two part-time staff\, and eight volunteers. It has become even more popular with golfers\, who have expressed a desire to see it continue. It will likely remain open into March 2024.\nBased on the Village’s Private Public Partnership approach\, the Village partners with private companies to create and operate a service. This helps create an income asset supported by users\, not taxpayers. It is a shared risk with a private enterprise that helps keep our signature active lifestyle image.\nThe private companies that will be involved in developing recreational activities include Chicken n Pickle and the Texas-based High 5 Entertainment company. The facilities thus planned would involve Pickleball\, Ten-pin bowling\, and axe throwing\, to name a few. It is hoped there will be further public involvement to address the interests of residents. \n\nThe “Estero on the River project was also summarized. Purchased in 2019\, preliminary bridge and path planning was completed in 2020 -2021. Hurricane IAN\, Irma\, and an eagle’s nest delayed further developments in the park. The 2023/2024 Plan – Includes Invasive Plant Removal\, North of the River\, Parking and Restrooms\, a Bridge across the river\, Fencing on Corkscrew Road and Highway 41\, and One Main Walking Path. There will also be a walking entry from Corkscrew Road.\nThe Estero Forever Plan 2023/2024 will involve -cleaning up debris\, removing safety hazards\, and offering educational\, social\, and recreational programs at the Community Center.\n\nThe long-range plans involve: –\nNorth of the River: It will be the primary entryway to the South of the River Park by Bridge. Other plans are being discussed\, including a Village Government Center\, Commercial development on the river\, restaurants\, and a Cultural Arts center. Only time will tell. A lot can be done with 40 acres.\nSouth of the river: Botanical Gardens\, Educational Centers\, Walkways\, and Gathering / Picnicking places are all goals for the future.\n\n\n\nAllan Bowditch gave the president’s Report in Jim Gilmartin’s absence. \n\nJim Gilmartin spoke to the Village Manager\, Steve Sarkozy\, expressing the need for an opportunity to ensure public input on newly proposed developments before them being heard at the PZDB meetings. This should also apply to new recreational developments. While some meetings of this type have occurred\, they do not appear to occur regularly.\nTony Carangelo has been working with FGCU’s lecturers and students to help design graphics and maps of the Village that will illustrate where and what developments are occurring in our locality. This will provide hitherto complex information in a far more accessible format for residents to follow and understand. It is hoped that this work will be largely completed by early 2024.\nEngage Estero will highlight on our website esterotoday.com\n\nA veteran’s information section that can be easily accessed and provides valuable guidance on many issues Veterans require help with. Engage Estero has also been working “behind the scenes” to provide more recognition for Veterans.\n\n\nUpcoming Meetings:\n\nThe Public Forum on Estero’s Future will occur on October 25th at 6 p.m. at FGCU’s Cohen Student Center Ballroom. You can sign up at esterotoday.com\nThe moderator is Prof Shelton Weeks\, FGCU Professor of Economics and Finance.\nThe Panel includes:\n\nDaniel Delisi\, Land Use Planning and Water/Environmental Policy Consultant.\nRoss McIntosh\, Senior Commercial Real Estate Broker and Respected Speaker.\nSteve Sarkozy\, Village of Estero’s Manager.\nJim Wallace\, the Key Principal of Jim Wallace & Associates.\n\n\nNovember 15th at 6 p.m. at Estero Recreation Center. The meeting will include\n\nCodty Pierce\, Calusa Waterkeeper\, will discuss the implications of Urbanization in Estero and how we can manage its impact.\nChris Wittman. Captains for Clean Water will discuss the Threats to the Everglades and why that is important for Estero.\n\n\nDecember 7th at 5:30 p.m. The Estero Community Center:\n\nThe speaker will be Dr. Adam Molloy\, Director of Planning\, Growth\, and Capacity for the Lee County Schools. He will discuss what is being planned and considered in our areas to address the increasing needs of our children in a growing population. It is hoped that we will also have an additional speaker to discuss children’s future educational needs.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/sept2023/
LOCATION:Estero Recreation Center\, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd.\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Engage Estero Event
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SUMMARY:Women’s Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:Description: Learn basic self-defense techniques Ages-13 & up Registration Email-glevine@sheriffleefl.org – Advance Registration Required! \nDress-Gym attire
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/womens-self-defense-class-4/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T170000
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SUMMARY:Lee County Budget Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:​Agendas are posted prior to the meeting.​  You can view the agenda and watch meeting videos on their website. You can also stream on LeeTV\, Youtube\, or Facebook Live.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/lee-county-budget-public-hearing/
LOCATION:Old Lee County Courthouse\, 2120 Main Street\, Fort Myers\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee County Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T143000
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CREATED:20230911T151022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T151022Z
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SUMMARY:Lee County Board of County Commissioners Workshop
DESCRIPTION:​Work session agendas are posted online when available.  You can view the agenda and watch meeting videos on the Lee County website.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/lee-county-board-of-county-commissioners-workshop/
LOCATION:Lee County Administration\, 2201 Second Street Room 118\, Fort Myers\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee County Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230905T133834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T151726Z
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SUMMARY:Dizziness Series
DESCRIPTION:This two session series will demystify and defeat dizziness in your life.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/dizziness-series/
LOCATION:Lee Health Coconut Point
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230911T150908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T151103Z
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SUMMARY:Lee County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agendas are posted approximately one week prior to the meeting.​  You can view the agenda and watch meeting videos on our agenda website.  You can also view the meeting stream on LeeTV\, Youtube\, or Facebook Live.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/lee-county-board-of-county-commissioners-meeting/
LOCATION:Old Lee County Courthouse\, 2120 Main Street\, Fort Myers\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lee County Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230801T010901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T151757Z
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SUMMARY:A History of the Koreshan Unity Settlement
DESCRIPTION: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 […]
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/a-history-of-the-koreshan-unity-settlement/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park 3800 Corkscrew Road\, Estero\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230906T063623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T151859Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Cleanup
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/coastal-cleanup/
LOCATION:Keep Lee County Beautiful
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230817T145323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T151417Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Driver Challenge Part two
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches techniques and life-saving skills used by professional drivers in a “hands-on” driving environment. Students learn vehicle dynamics\, safe driving practices and responsible decision making through the classroom and driving exercises. Registration and advance paperwork required.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/teen-driver-challenge-part-two/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230817T145054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T151325Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Driver Challenge Part One
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches techniques and life-saving skills used by professional drivers in a “hands-on” driving environment. Students learn vehicle dynamics\, safe driving practices and responsible decision making through the classroom and driving exercises. Registration and advance paperwork required.
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/teen-driver-challenge-part-one/
LOCATION:Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Outreach Center-Miromar Outlets\, 10801 Corkscrew Road Suite 190\, Estero\, FL\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Sheriff's Outreach Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133857
CREATED:20230825T085454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T085454Z
UID:33024-1694606400-1694611800@esterotoday.com
SUMMARY:Food for Thought Luncheon
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://esterotoday.com/event/food-for-thought-luncheon/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton\, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive\, Estero\, Florida\, 33928
CATEGORIES:Arts
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