Shell Walk

Join a park ranger for a shelling trip along the Lovers Key shoreline. Learn the names of the seashells you find on your walk, fun facts about the creatures who craft them, and the shelling regulations that help protect these iconic Florida treasures.

Inside the Earth: A Koreshan Evening

Stroll along softly illuminated paths as live piano and dulcimer music drifts through the night. Sample delicious desserts from local vendors, and watch demonstrations of pioneer-era skills and crafts. As you explore the beautifully lit historic grounds, you’ll...

Flowers vs. Foliage in Florida-Friendly Landscaping

Learn how to balance foliage plants and flowering plants to add both texture and color to your yard. This session will cover practical tips for selecting plants suited to your yard’s light, soil, and water conditions, with an emphasis on Florida-Friendly Landscaping™...

AI and the Future of Creativity: Policy, Ethics, and the Human Imagination

Artificial intelligence is changing how we make and create — from art and music to writing and design — and it’s raising big questions about what counts as “human” creativity. Join FGCU for a panel discussion that will explore the policy, ethical, and educational...

Blood Pressure Control Series

This three-part series provides education on the health risks of high blood pressure, monitoring blood pressure, understanding medications and choices to live a healthier life.

The History of Hurricanes

Local historian Jacob Winge presents The History of Hurricanes. Discover how past storms shaped Southwest Florida’s communities and gain perspective on the challenges we face today.

Nisita Concert Series

Join acclaimed pianists Michael Baron and Priscila Navarro for a thrilling tribute to one of America’s greatest composers, George Gershwin, in honor of the USA Semiquincentennial.

Music of Four Centuries with Peter Fletcher

This program features audience favorites by Bach, Tárrega, Sor, and Albéniz, including highlights such as Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, Capricho Arabe, Simple Gifts, and the dramatic Usher–Valse by Nikita Koshkin.

Prioritizing Your Health: Small Habits, Big Changes

This session explores how small, intentional lifestyle changes can lead to lasting improvements in physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Participants will learn habit-building strategies, S.M.A.R.T. goal setting, planning and tracking tools, and how to overcome...