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Stories of Spoon River
2022-05-01 14:00 (America/New_York) | FGCU
Join FGCU’s Creating New Theatre class for their devised work Stories of Spoon River based on and including poems from Masters’ Spoon River Anthology. Late April dates also available.

Estero Night
2022-04-29 19:00 | Hammond Stadium
The Mighty Mussels baseball team are offering Estero residents a special deal on Estero Night at Hammond Stadium. Enjoy the game and post-game fireworks.

Kick the Sugar Habit
2022-04-28 11:00 - 12:00
Learn how to reduce your sugar intake and adopt healthier eating habits. Call 239-468-0050 to RSVP. Part of the workplace wellness series – virtual.

Beginners Photography
2022-04-26 11:00 - 12:30, 2022-04-05 11:00 - 12:30 | Koreshan State Park
Bring your camera and learn the basics of photography, the best places to snap that perfect photo, and discover unusual plants, buildings and critters that make up the many interesting aspects of Koreshan State Park.

Symphony Orchestra
2022-04-23 19:30 | FGCU
Enjoy the Symphony Orchestra at no cost at U. Tobe Recital Hall at FGCU.

Ukraine Benefit Concert
2022-04-23 15:00 | FGCU

Rock n' Roll Classics and More
2022-04-23 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 | South County Regional Library
Join your neighbors in the Library Garden to listen to a musical performance of old time rock-and-roll by local musician Tommy Barr.

The Bald Eagle and the Gulf of Mexico
2022-04-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Lover’s Key State Park, 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL, United States
As the final event in the Friends of Lovers Key’s “What You See on the Land, Lands in the Sea” speaker series, this special Earth Day lecture welcomes Pulitzer Prize-winning author Dr. Jack E. Davis to discuss his latest work, “The Bald Eagle: The Improbable Journey of America’s Bird.”

Blood Drive
2022-04-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Lee Health Coconut Point
Southwest Florida is in need of blood donations. The Bloodmobile will be at Lee Health Coconut Point. Call 239-468-0050 to schedule your appointment.

Estero EGGstravaganza
2022-04-16 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
The Easter Bunny will be hopping into Estero Park to host a morning of fun! Egg hunts, goodie bags, prize eggs, crafts and more! Register for an egg hunt time slot, and try to find one of many prize eggs! All ages welcome and registration is required. $5 per child. Space is limited. Call (239) 533-1470.

Liebert Lecture Series: Amitav Acharya - What Kind of World Order?
2022-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | FGCU
Professor Acharya argues that the next world order will be a Multiplex World. In this world, there are no dominant producers, directors, actors or scripts.

Clue
2022-04-14 18:30, 2022-04-13 18:30 | Estero High School, 21900 River Ranch Road, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Support our high school drama students and enjoy the production of Clue on stage.

Celebrate Florida Gopher Tortoise Day
2022-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Koreshan State Park
Join an Advanced Florida Master Naturalist and Florida Fish and Wildlife Biologist to celebrate the amazing Gopher Tortoise! There will be a coloring table, as well as a “burrow” for the little ones to crawl in and see what a gopher tortoise home looks like!

Pirates in Paradise
2022-04-09 09:30 - 11:00 | The Villages at Country Creek, 21131 Country Creek Drive, Estero, FL, 33928
Yesterday and Today Free Speaker Series presents Pirates in Paradise: Re-enactment Presentation by Guest Speaker Jacob Wing at Country Creek Country Club.

Run to Home Base
2022-04-09 08:30 | Jet Blue Park, 11500 Daniels Parkway, Fort Myers, FL, United States
5th Annual run walk is a unique fundraising event through the scenic tropical areas surrounding JetBlue Park, ending with the unforgettable experience of finishing by crossing home plate just days ahead of MLB Spring Training. Friends and family can watch from the stands at Fenway South, with food and entertainment available throughout the venue on race day.
Event Categories: Arts & Community Event

Sun Print Art
2022-04-05 17:30 - 18:30 | South County Regional Library
Teens make their own photographic blue print and learn how to pursue this art technique on their own. Ages 11-18.

Estero Fest 2022
2022-04-02 11:00 - 17:00 | Estero Park and Recreation Center
Family fun event featuring The Ben Allen Band and DJ Tom’s Traveling Tunes

Managing the Risk of Extreme Heat
2022-04-02 09:30 - 11:00
In this webinar, Miami’s Chief Heat Officer will discuss threats, strategies, and potential solutions to the effects of extreme heat on Florida residents.

Estero Forever Foundation Gala
2022-03-31 18:30 - 21:00 | The Club at Grandezza, Estero, FL, 33928

Beauty and the Beach Gala
2022-03-26 18:30 - 22:00 | Lover’s Key State Park, 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL, United States
Friends of Lovers Key are holding a gourmet dinner under the stars with live music, an auction, and more. The gala benefits educational programs and exhibits at the park.

Health and Wellness Fair - Rescheduled
2022-03-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
The Estero Park and Recreation Center with Lee County Parks & Recreation and Lee Health will be hosting their fourth annual Health and Wellness Fair. Health education and screenings will be provided by the Lee Health Outreach Team. Enjoy demonstrations from local organizations and businesses, weight loss vendors, and take an opportunity to donate blood on the Lee Health blood bus.

Estero Park Yard Sale
2022-03-26 07:30 - 12:30 | Estero Park & Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
The Estero Park Yard Sale will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 26, at the Estero Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero.
Vendors will set up their items in the park for purchase including new and gently used items. Shopping will be in the south parking lot near the recreation center.
Vendor spots are $5 and go on sale at 7 a.m. Saturday, February 26. To register go online, call 239-533-1470 or stop by the center. No food, produce, or business merchandise is allowed.
Admission and parking to the venue are free. The park is located behind commercial buildings on Corkscrew Road. Click here for directions and more information or call 239-533-1470.

Liebert Lecture Series: Kim Lane Scheppele - Democracy in Crisis
2022-03-25 18:00 - 20:00 | FGCU
Professor Scheppele will address questions including: Why have democratically elected leaders with autocratic aspirations appeared across such a wide array of democratic governments at once? How have they undermined constitutional government and yet claimed democratic legitimacy? And, most crucially, what can be done to restore the promise of constitutionalism?

2022 Legislative Wrap-up
2022-03-23 12:00 - 13:30
A panel will discuss key bills and budget recommendations related to planning and growth management, conservation, transportation and water that passed and failed during the 2022 Session, including how legislation impacts Florida governance and planning practices.

Garden and Settlement Tour
2022-03-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Koreshan State Park
Discover the various botanical specimens collected by the Utopian pioneer Koreshans and their specific purpose on this walking tour.

Mindfulness
2022-03-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Florida Blue Fort Myers Center, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, Florida, 33928
Join Florida Blue to learn what mindfulness is and is not, mindfulness practices, and how to incorporate it into everyday life (including the workplace). Lunch provided!

Harry Chapin Food Bank Night with the Florida Everblades
2022-03-19 19:00 | Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero, Florida, 33928
