Cape Coral Computer Club to meet Wednesday via Zoom

The Cape Coral Computer Club meets over Zoom the first and third Wednesday of each month, with the next meeting being from 2-4 p.m., Feb. 7. The meeting topic: All Things Sam. Sam is one of our computer geeks who always has lots of information for us regarding various topics.

There will be time for questions and answers. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, visit our website: “https://www.capecoralcomputer.club/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”>capecoralcomputer.club. Use the “CONTACT US” feature to register for a complimentary Zoom link. If you have any questions or need help with Zoom, call: 321-430-5959.

Club Zoom meetings are recorded. If you become a member and miss a meeting you have the opportunity to watch the presentation at a later date. The Zoom format works well because you don’t have to be in Florida to participate in and enjoy all of the benefits the club has to offer. See the website for additional information.

Lee County Community Band to present Big Band Blowout Feb. 11

Prepare for an afternoon of spirited marches and Big Band favorites Sunday, Feb. 11, as Lee County Community Band presents Big Band Blowout. This free concert is set for 3 p.m. at Mariner High School, 701 Chiquita Blvd., North Cape Coral.

Under the direction of Gil Peltola, the band will perform Sousa’s “The Thunderer;” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy;” “Salute the Duke!,” a tribute to Duke Ellington; Sinatra in Concert, “Blue Tango,” and more, plus pieces by vocalists Jann Fenn and Fred Lamb.

The band performs six concerts between November and April; all programs this year take place at Mariner High School beginning at 3 p.m. The concerts are free (donations welcome) and open to the public.

Additional concert dates are March 10 and April 7.

A legend in Southwest Florida, the 62-member adult band is comprised of career and amateur musicians and welcomes new members every year. Persons interested in joining may phone 603-600-9052.

For additional information, email the band at LeeCountyCommunityBand@gmail.org or visit leecountyband.org.

Garden Tour at the Cape Coral Museum of History set for Feb. 14

This month’s Garden Tour at the Cape Coral Museum of History will be held Wednesday, Feb. 14, from 1-4 p.m. No reservations are required and the tours are free.

Master Gardeners will conduct the tour and talk about the FFL University of Florida program for Florida Friendly Landscapes.

The museum is at 544 Cultural Park Parkway in Cape Coral. You can contact the museum at 239-772-7037.

Lady in Red semi-formal dance Feb. 17

Cape Coral/Fort Myers USA Dance Chapter #6049 will be holding a Lady in Red semi-formal dance Saturday, Feb. 17, from 6-9 p.m., at Rhythm in Motion Dance Studio, 912 Del Prado Blvd., S., Cape Coral.

Open to the public, the cost to attend is $25 for USA Dance members and $30 for guests. To pay at the door, the cost is $35. Make reservations by Feb. 13 at southwestfloridausadance.org.

There will be light refreshments and light dinner.

Entertainment will be provided by musician Jerry Dyck.

Roaring ’20s jazz concert Feb. 23 at Edison and Ford Winter Estates

On Friday, Feb. 23, the Edison and Ford Winter Estates will host a Roaring ’20s jazz concert, featuring Liz “Honey” Heath and a five-piece band. The concert will take place on the historic Ford lawn along the Caloosahatchee River. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 6:30.

Heath sings professionally all across Florida, and currently performs with Nightbird, a Stevie Nicks tribute. The accomplished band members joining her are Jay Heavilin on upright bass, Brad Brown on piano, Steve Silverstein on drums and Jay Heath on saxophone.

As part of the second Rhythm on the River concert of the season, guests can take in a beautiful river view and possibly see a spectacular sunset. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Guests should bring a folding lawn chair and dress appropriately for the weather. No coolers or picnic baskets are permitted. Free parking is available in the Edison Ford lots only.

Individual tickets purchased in advance are $30 for Edison Ford members or $35 for non-members. Individual ticket holders should bring a lawn chair. A VIP seating area may be reserved by the table for $275 (for up to five people); table ticket price includes the use of a table and chairs. Purchase tickets at EdisonFord.org.

Edison and Ford Winter Estates is the internationally known winter home site of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. More than 220,000 visitors walk through the location each year from all around the globe. The property is an official project of “Save America’s Treasures,” a Florida Historic Landmark and a National Register Historic Site. The Edison Botanic Laboratory is a National Historic Chemical Landmark. The site is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and until 9 p.m. during the month of December for Holiday Nights.

4th Annual ‘Airing of the Quilts Spring Fair’ on March 16 at Saint Hilary’s Episcopal

The 4th Annual “Airing of the Quilts Spring Fair” will be held Saturday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Saint Hilary’s Episcopal Church in Fort Myers,

The “Airing of the Quilts Spring Fair” is one of Lee County’s largest outdoor charitable quilt shows. Dozens of quilts will be hung between the oak trees in the front yard of the church.

To view the quilts in advance please visit loveinablanket.com.

Located at the corner of McGregor and Colonial boulevards, Saint Hilary’s is offering this free family event with the proceeds going towards the Local Outreach Ministry in the own community. There will be free parking onsite.

Along with the quilts, there will be craft vendors, farmer’s market vendors, concessions, a ministry fair, a Spring Hymn Sing and church open house.