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Northwest Regional Library | February programs

Next month’s roster of activities at Northwest Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following are free to the public: Adult programs Tech Tuesdays: One-on-One Help 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6 Need help with a laptop, tablet, e-reader or other device? Are you looking to gain ...

Valerie’s House ‘Family is Forever Home’ now open in Fort Myers

A new “Family is Forever Home” recently opened its doors, giving grieving families the gift of somewhere they can always go in Fort Myers. “It’s paid off. We didn’t have to take a mortgage out or loan. It is debt free,” Valerie’s House Founder and CEO Angela Melvin said. ...

Lee Health welcomes first facility dog at Gulf Coast Medical Center

The first Gulf Coast Medical Center facility dog, a 2-year-old Labrador retriever, is now assisting staff with occupational and physical therapy patients. “Fitzgerald III is adjusting well. Patients and staff look forward to seeing him and we love having him here to help make the hospital ...

Silent Art Auction under way

The Cape Coral Art League’s Silent Auction opened Jan. 8 and will continue through Jan. 30. The Auction runs Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The public is invited to come bid on various artworks, classes, and art supplies to raise money for league projects. Find ...

Eighth Annual ‘BEE’yond Teacher Essay Contest begins

Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants in Florida and Georgia recently announced the official start of their eighth annual Above and "BEE"yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest recognizes top teachers - as nominated by their classroom ...

‘Unnecessary Farce’ fills the room with laughter at The Belle Theatre

Onstage now through Jan. 21 is "Unnecessary Farce" at The Belle Theatre in Cape Coral. Directed by Tyler Young "Unnecessary Farce" is a laugh-out-loud, door-slamming, adults-only comedy of corruption and mistaken identities. Embezzlement, a sting operation, a cheap motel, what could go ...

Southwest Florida Ag Expo Creative Living contest registration is now open

The Creative Living contest registration for the Southwest Florida Ag Expo is now open. This contest features 10 divisions for crafts, culinary and horticulture exhibits. The contest is open to adults and youth, and exhibits will be on display during the Ag Expo from Feb. 29 through March 10 ...

‘Ride the Cyclone’ opens Feb. 23 at the Lab

The cult classic "Ride the Cyclone" makes its Southwest Florida premiere, opening on Feb. 23 at The Laboratory Theater of Florida. "Ride the Cyclone" book, lyrics, and music are written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. The lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut ...

Chris O’Leary to celebrate Alligator Records debut with two shows

Dynamic blues/roots vocalist, harmonica player and songwriter, Chris O’Leary will celebrate the release of his Alligator Records debut, The Hard Line, with a performance at Leroy’s Southern Kitchen & Bar in Punta Gorda on Friday, Feb. 2 at 9 p.m. Leroy’s is at 201 Marion Ave. ...