Fort Myers Brewing Company earned two gold medals and one silver at the 2022 Best Florida Beer Professional Championships, a statewide competition held in Tampa. Fort Myers Brewing earned a gold medal in the American Wheat category for its Fort Myers Wheat as well as a gold medal in the Chocolate Beer category for its [...]
The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples presents Rabbi David Dalin speaking on the impact of Jewish Justices on the Supreme Court at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 22 at Temple Shalom, with the option to attend virtually. Dr. Dalin, a senior research fellow at Brandeis University will discuss the Jewish [...]
Vibe Yoga is offering outdoor full moon yoga monthly through June. The hour-long sessions are from 7 to 8 p.m. on March 18, April 15, May 16 and June 14 and limited to 20 participants. In the event of inclement weather, the sessions will move inside to the studio. Sessions are $20 per person and [...]
Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families in crisis and preventing the need for foster care, is hosting Better Luncheon events for parents on March 19 in Fort Myers and March 26 in Port Charlotte. Better Together organizes a luncheon program at various locations each month to bring parents together for community, to support [...]
Guadalupe Resale Shop is inviting budget-savvy fashionistas to its second Fashion Show and Private Sale, a March 27 event that will showcase designer apparel, shoes and accessories. Models will be sporting cocktail and party dresses, business attire, formalwear, casualwear and athletic apparel. Following the Fashion Show, a Private Sale will provide attendees with an exclusive [...]
Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families in crisis and preventing the need for foster care, is launching its first Better Luncheon program for parents in Northeast Florida on Saturday, March 12 at Awaken Church in Jacksonville. Better Together organizes a luncheon program at various locations each month to bring parents together for community, [...]
Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families in crisis and preventing the need for foster care, is hosting a Parents’ Night Out on Friday, March 11 at Golden Gate Community Center in Naples. The program offers parents access to a couple of hours of no-cost care for children ages infant through 17 years old. [...]
Fort Myers Brewing Company is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a food truck rally from noon to 11 p.m. on Thursday, March 17 featuring specialty beer releases, food and live music. Fort Myers Brewing is releasing two specialty brews to celebrate the occasion, an Irish Red Ale and Turn the Lights Stout. The Irish Red [...]
The School District of Lee County is hosting Social Lee: Careers & Conversations, an informational event that will provide insight on teaching and non-instructional positions within the District, on Thursday, March 31 in Fort Myers. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet District representatives, learn about the variety of career paths available and walk through [...]
In recognition of the Daylight Savings Time change and World Sleep Day, Vibe Yoga is offering a Yoga and Better Sleep Workshop March 13 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the studio in Fort Myers. The 90-minute workshop will include techniques of Yoga Nidra, meditation and breathwork designed to enhance and improve the quality of [...]
Tickets are still available for Market Trends 2022, Southwest Florida’s largest real estate forum, taking place from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16 at Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe St. in Fort Myers. Tickets are $50 for general admission and include a comprehensive data book. Reserved and VIP tables ranging from $600 [...]
Vibe Yoga is offering a two-hour Spring Rebirth Yoga & Meditation Workshop: Plant New Beginnings from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 19. The workshop will include revitalizing breathwork, yoga, chakra renewing meditation and manifesting visualization, journaling and other intention setting activities. “Spring is about returning to the light and letting the soul blossom [...]
The 18th Annual Magic Under the Mangroves gala held March 3 raised a record $2.1 million net for programs to protect the water, land, wildlife and future of Southwest Florida. More than 400 guests moseyed their way to the newly renovated Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center for the American Southwest themed event, “A River [...]
Leadership NEXT, a monthly program for advancing business professionals, will host a networking program from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, highlighting Southwest Florida’s housing market. The Leadership NEXT program will feature a panel discussion with Lee County Property Appraiser Matt Caldwell, joined by Bill Steinke, local realtor and president of the Royal [...]
For its fourth consecutive year, Better Together is breaking down employment barriers by hosting a series of background-friendly job fairs in March as part of the nonprofit’s Nationwide Day of Second Chances. To support job seekers who are faced with challenges to re-entering the workforce, Better Together’s Day of Second Chances brings churches, volunteers, businesses [...]
NOTE TO MEDIA: Please note this event has been canceled. If possible, please refrain from including in any upcoming features or calendar listings. Thank you. Tickets are available for the 25th Annual Dinner on the Diamond, which will be held March 15 at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Each year, the event has allowed attendees to [...]
Pace Center for Girls, Lee has named Ellie Fox, Susan Kyle and Linda Taylor as the honorees of its 2022 Grande Dames Tea, to be recognized for their significant impact on the community during a sold-out event on March 17. Pace’s annual Grande Dames Tea honors women who exemplify the organization’s guiding principles and have [...]
The Sixth Annual Enchanted Gala: A Colorful Evening of Wonder on Feb. 17 raised more than $225,000, far exceeding the last fundraiser. As part of the total, more than $170,000 was raised for an Animal Care Center to include a commissary and veterinary care space, a major step needed to achieve professional zoological accreditation. “We [...]
Tickets are available for the 25th Annual Dinner on the Diamond, which will be held March 15 at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Each year, the event has allowed attendees to have dinner on the ballfield with appearances and autographs from Boston Red Sox celebrities, a silent auction of sports memorabilia and entertainment. VIP packages [...]
The Bobby Nichols - Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation wrapped up its 20th annual Pro-Am golf and tennis tournaments, and auction gala at Fiddlesticks Country Club on Monday, Feb. 21, raising a record $1.7 million in net revenue and counting, bringing the 20-year total to more than $15 million in donations to serve abused and at-risk children [...]
Nearly 100 runners and walkers, some sporting superhero costumes, participated in The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit’s inaugural “What’s your Superpower 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run.” Held Feb. 19 on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College, the superhero-themed fundraising event featured a traditional 5K race timed by Lin-Mark Sports and a [...]
Vibe Yoga is offering a free Intro to Yoga Community Class Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. for anyone interested in learning about yoga. The hour-long class includes a tour of the studio, description of yoga, common questions, the mind/body/breath connection, common poses, introduction to classes available and closes with a short introduction to meditation. The class [...]
A limited number of tickets remain for Pull the Cork on March 12, an intimate evening of wine and giving to benefit Lee BIA Builders Care. An exclusive event limited to only 140 guests, Pull the Cork brings the “best of the best” boutique wines and gourmet food to create the ultimate four-course seated dinner, [...]
The American Advertising Federation again has honored the Conservancy of Southwest Florida with eight ADDY awards for excellence in advertising and marketing. The Conservancy received eight ADDY Awards through AdFed’s Southwest Florida region, which covers agencies, organizations and businesses in Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades counties. The ADDY Awards are the industry’s largest and [...]
Raymond Building Supply is hosting a series of hiring events starting Thursday, Feb. 24 at its North Fort Myers location with immediate start opportunities available to support ongoing demand in Southwest Florida. The company is seeking experienced and entry-level job seekers to fill dozens of positions. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet company representatives, [...]
Avow’s Southwest Florida Antiques Appraisal fair March 9 and 10 offers area residents the opportunity to see what their treasures are worth, while supporting the nonprofit provider of hospice, palliative care and grief support services. The event features guests from Doyle New York, regular appraisers on “Antiques Roadshow.” The Preview Event from 5 to 7 [...]
Volunteers are needed for Community Cooperative’s 19th annual Sam Galloway, Jr. & Friends Soup Kitchen Benefit on March 10. The event raises money that helps thousands of men, women and children in our community who struggle with hunger and homelessness. The popular community fundraiser in the service garages of Sam Galloway Ford relies on [...]
Hope Clubhouse is seeking sponsors for its annual Faces of Hope luncheon to raise awareness and support for adult mental health services in Southwest Florida. The annual fundraising luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 10 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. Tickets are [...]
Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families in crisis and preventing the need for foster care, is hosting a Parents’ Night Out on Friday, March 4 at Christ Community Church in Fort Myers. The program offers parents access to a couple of hours of no-cost care for children ages infant through 17 years old. [...]
Community Cooperative has announced a new date and location for its Empty Bowls fundraiser, presented by FineMark National Bank & Trust. Originally scheduled Feb. 26 at Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers, the event will now be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 9 at Centennial Park. “Unfortunately, City of [...]
Pace Center for Girls, Lee has announced its 14th annual Grande Dames Tea, taking place from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 17 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. In celebration of Pace Lee’s 15th anniversary, the nonprofit has named Pace Lee founder Gail Markham as honorary chair of [...]
Fort Myers Brewing Company is celebrating its ninth anniversary with a four-day family-friendly event Feb. 24-27 that features a variety of live music, food trucks and more than 50 specialty beers. Throughout the anniversary party, guests can experience 11 different food trucks serving up specialty dishes that range from tacos to barbecue and more, eight [...]
Event sponsors have been announced for Market Trends 2022, Southwest Florida’s largest real estate forum taking place on Wednesday, March 16 in Fort Myers. Presented by title sponsors LSI Companies, Lee Building Industry Association, Collier Building Industry Association and Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association, Market Trends 2022 will explore the latest data, research and fact-based [...]
Better Together and Estero Church are partnering to host a community job and resource fair in Estero on Tuesday, Feb. 22. The church-based job fair not only connects job seekers with local employers who are ready to hire, but also provides resources to facilitate stronger connections and more hires. Participating employers include Amazon, BrightStar Care, [...]
Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families in crisis and preventing the need for foster care, is hosting a Better Luncheon for parents in Sarasota and Manatee counties on Saturday, Feb. 19 at Grace Community Church in Lakewood Ranch. Better Together organizes a luncheon program at various locations each month to bring parents together [...]
Better Together and Hollywood Community Church are partnering to host a community job and resource fair for residents of the Hollywood area on Saturday, Feb. 19. The church-based job fair not only connects job seekers with local employers who are ready to hire, but also provides resources to facilitate stronger connections and more hires. Free [...]
Lee BIA Builders Care’s popular BBQ, Bands & Brew fundraising event is returning on April 2 to Centennial Park in Fort Myers. The 11th annual event features Southwest Florida’s top pit masters competing for the title of “Best BBQ in Town,” as well as live music from local headlining bands, numerous vendors and fun-filled activities [...]
The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, has extended the registration period for its Superpower 5K through the morning of the race on Feb. 19. The “What’s your Superpower 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run” will be held on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College in Fort Myers. Three races comprise the fundraising [...]
The Believing in Girls Gala has raised a record-breaking $208,000 in support of programs for Pace Center for Girls, Lee. The black-tie preferred evening was held Feb. 5 at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center in Fort Myers, and featured cocktails, dinner, dancing, a live auction and raffle. “The energy, positivity and love for Pace [...]
The Community Foundation has announced its 2022 Charity Event Awards, to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower, 13051 Bell Tower Drive in Fort Myers. Recognizing innovation and excellence in event fundraising, The Community Foundation’s Charity Event Awards will celebrate the best [...]
Fort Myers Brewing Company is commemorating its recent national recognition at the U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship by hosting its Spyk’d Seltzer Sunday celebration event from noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13. Fort Myers Brewing’s Spyk’d Hard Seltzer recently earned the prestigious title of “Grand National Champion” at the 2021 U.S. Open Hard [...]
Guadalupe Center’s signature fundraising gala, Guadalupe Galaxy, featured out-of-this-world entertainment and galaxy-inspired décor as patrons joined forces with the nonprofit to enhance education programs for students in Immokalee. Held Jan. 20 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, guests at Guadalupe Galaxy enjoyed cocktails, dinner, heartwarming student performances and speakers, a live auction and [...]
In an effort to raise funds for its expanding organization dedicated to enriching the lives of families and children impacted by autism spectrum disorder, Family Initiative is hosting Rock Autism for ages 21 and up on Saturday, March 5 from 6 to 10 p.m. The event inside Paragon Flight Training’s airline hangar at 511 Danley [...]
The Guardian ad Litem Foundation, 20th Judicial Circuit, will host its second annual Voices of Hope Gala on March 3 to raise awareness and support for children in the foster care system. The Voices of Hope Gala will be a virtual event that brings the excitement and enthusiasm of a charity gala directly into attendees’ [...]
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Business Committee will host its annual “Sweethearts and Scholarships Wine & Dessert Auction” fundraiser on Feb. 9. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a chance drawing for a variety of wine, desserts and other prizes. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Women [...]
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce will host a workforce development symposium for business leaders on Feb. 4 that will spotlight the current workforce landscape and developing short- and long-term workforce initiatives. Featuring a breakfast buffet, insightful presentations and an educational trade show, the event will introduce businesses to the many workforce development programs [...]
The Southwest Florida Community Prayer Breakfast will host its annual event on Thursday, May 5, 2022, featuring world-renowned speaker Dr. Ben Carson for the keynote address. Held in observance of the National Day of Prayer, the 2022 Community Prayer Breakfast will take place at 6 a.m. on Thursday, May 5 at the Lee County Sports [...]
To celebrate champions of children and families impacted by autism spectrum disorder, Family Initiative is hosting its annual Autism Acceptance Awards Gala on Saturday, April 30 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in downtown Fort Myers. Held at the culmination of Autism Acceptance Month, the gala features a cocktail hour and silent auction, followed by [...]
A new yoga conference exclusively for yoga teachers, Yoga Teacher Conf: Elevate, is planned for April 22-24 in Denver, Colo. Yoga Teacher Conf: Elevate is an opportunity for professional development and continuing education beyond yoga teacher training, and sessions are designed to increase professionalism within the yoga industry. The event will be held at the [...]
The Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs is hosting Brews for the Birds & the Bees Saturday, March 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. featuring beers from local breweries, live music and food trucks. Money raised will support and enhance the lives of the resident birds at the zoological park and botanical garden. The event’s Grand [...]
