Community Highlights
Cape Coral
‘Fairy Tales & Pixie Dust’
The Southwest Florida Symphony Children’s presents “Fairy Tales & Pixie Dust” at 4 p.m. Sunday at Faith Presbyterian Church. Tickets available online at: www.swflso.org, call 418-1500 or e-mail info@gulfcoastsymphony.org.
Mother’s Day Weekend Flower Walk
The Mother’s Day Weekend Flower Walk will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Shoppers are invited to visit select gift shops, jewelry stores and clothiers as they search for the perfect gift for their mother. At each participating store, shoppers will be given a long stem rose. The roses come in different varieties and by the time the shopping is done, participants will have a fresh, bright bouquet to enjoy. The event and stores will offer discounts and special treats. Many of the stores are within walking distance, and the South Cape Trolley will provide free shuttle service. For information, call 549-5615 or visit: www.SouthCape.net.
First Edible Garden
First Edible Garden, installed by Green Coaches, will be at 3815 Palm Tree Blvd. Santiago De Choch, owner of Green Coaches, is looking forward to installing more of the vegetable gardens throughout the area. Stop by and have a look. For information, call 839-1239.
Tea dance
The Southwest Florida Chapter of USA Dance will host its monthly tea dance from 4-7 p.m. Sunday at Rhythm in Motion Dance Academy, 3333 Del Prado Blvd. The first hour will be a lively Samba lesson, followed by general dancing, socializing, refreshments and fun. Admission is $8 for members and $10 for non-members. For information, call 565-7947 or 334-3782.
Basic skills and seamanship class
A basic skills and seamanship boating class will be held from 7-9 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Monday-June 11, at the Publix at Santa Barbara Boulevard and Veterans Parkway. Cost is $25. For information, call Dave McDonough at 549-5129.
Fashion show
The Guardian Angels for Special Populations will hold a fashion show, presented by Belk’s, from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. May 16 at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd. Tickets are $20 per person. All proceeds benefit Special Populations. For information, contact Lynete Z. at 945-4579 or the Special Populations Center at 574-0574.
Lake Kennedy Senior Center
Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd., presents:
– Tuesday: A trip to visit Belleview Biltmore Resort in Clearwater. Trip includes a historical tour of the resort, along with lunch at the Magnolia Room. Leave from the center at 8:45 a.m. Cost is $69 for members and $79 for non-members.
– May 15: Cahlua & Cream dinner show at 7 p.m. Cost is $22 for members and $32 for non-members.
– May 21: A tour to Solomon’s Castle in Ona. Leave the center at 8:45 a.m. Cost is $65 for members and $75 for non-members.
– Quickie Jewelry Crafting with Lynda Lea from 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First class is $14 for members and $18 for non-members. Supplies included.
– New dimensions inline dancing with Aida Pineda from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays. Cost $3 for members and $7 for non-members.
– Clogging classes will be held from 11 a.m.-noon and noon-1 p.m. Mondays for beginners and 1-2 p.m. Mondays for intermediates. Cost is $6 for members and $10 for non-members.
Registration required for all programs/tours. For information, call 574-0575.
Cape Coral Yacht Club
Cape Coral Yacht Club, 5817 Driftwood Parkway, presents:
– Wednesday: Sunset Celebration. Live music by Smokin’ Bill. Classic and muscle cars from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. Food and drink specials at KC’s Riverstop. More than 40 vendors selling arts and crafts. Free event.
– Sunday: Mother/Daughter Day from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebrate Mother’s Day at the pool. There will be refreshments, a couple of beauty vendors, Mary Kay and Saci Mobile Nails.
– May 14: “How to Find Fish,” with Capt. George Howell, from 7-9:30 p.m Cost is $20 for residents and $22 for non-residents.
– Swimming lessons will be held weekdays or Saturdays, call for dates and times, each month. Each session includes eight classes. Cost is $50 for residents and $55 for non-residents.
For information, call 574-0806.
Rotary Park Environmental Center
Rotary Park Environmental Center presents:
– Saturday: Guided paddle of Eco Reserve from 9 a.m.-noon. Cost is $35 for residents and $38 for non-residents.
– May 15: Florida Yards & Neighborhoods program from 1-4 p.m. Cost is $5 for residents and $6 for non-residents. The program is for anyone interested in having a yard that is environmentally friendly. Registration is required.
– May 16: Trash to Treasure Outdoor Flea Market from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $20 per space.
– May 16: Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve paddle at Sirenia Vista from 9 a.m.-noon. Cost is $20 for residents and $22 for non-residents.
– Free trial yoga/zumba classes from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays and 5:30-6:45 p.m. Mondays. Bring a yoga mat if planning to participate or just come to watch.
– Cape Coral Environmental Parks Society meets at 8:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month. The society is seeking volunteers who love nature and would like to work to improve parks through environmental education and special projects.
Advance registration required for all programs. To register and for information, call 549-4606.
Fort Myers
Guided nature walk
A guided nature walk of Hickey’s Creek Mitigation Park will be held from 9-11 a.m. Thursday and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Participants should be able to walk approximately two miles. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free with paid parking. Registration is not required Participation is limited to 23 participants. For information, call Kelly at 239-2690.
Kayak tour
GAEA Guides presents a full moon sunset, bird rookery kayak tour from 5:45-8:45 p.m. Friday. Leave from Royal Palm Park on Royal Palm Park Road. Paddle on the Caloosahatchee and some wild creeks. See sunset and moonrise. Cost $40. Reservations required. For information, call 694-5515.
Book signing
Fort Myers attorney Robert C. Adamski will hold a book signing for his new book, “Inheritance Hijackers: Who Wants to Steal Our Inheritance and How to Protect It,” at 7 p.m. Friday at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 13751 Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers. For information, call Amy Currie at (512) 478-2028, ext. 211, or e-mail acurrie@phenixpublicity.com.
Bird patrol guide
Experience the birds of Bunche Beach with a bird patrol guide from 5-7 p.m. Saturday. Meet in the parking lot, located in South Fort Myers off of Summerlin Road. The event is free and provided in cooperation with Lee County Parks and Recreation. Bring binoculars, sun protection, shoes that can get wet and a bottle of drinking water. For information, call 707-3015.
‘Classical Access Concert’
The Gulf Coast Symphony presents a “Classical Access Concert” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Anderson Theater at Bishop Verot High School, 5598 Sunrise Drive, Fort Myers. Tickets are $5-$10 and are available at 481-4849 or online at: www.H.org. Children are free.
‘Singing to the Highest Praise’
Choirs can register to perform in “Singing to the Highest Praise” choir event, to be held June 13 at the Lee County Alliance for the Arts. Registration cost is $25 for youth choirs, $30 for young adult choirs and $40 for adult choirs. For information, call Jerkita at 699-6625, e-mail info@jereki9tame.com or visit: www.jerkitame.com.
Job Search Support Group
Energize your job search through free personalized assistance, networking and dynamic presenters at the biweekly Job Search Support Group meeting and connect with others in a faith-based setting. The group meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month in Room S8 at Cypress Lake United Methodist Church, 8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers. For information, call Carol Herdic at 482-1250, ext. 235.
Burroughs home
Guided tours of the historic Burroughs home in Fort Myers are now available at 10 a.m. Fridays. Cost is $10. Reservations appreciated at 337-9505.
Fort Myers Beach
Bowditch Point Park
Take an educational walk through Matanzas Pass Preserve and Bowditch Point Park with a naturalist. Bring a hat, bug spray, water and a camera. Walks are held from 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays at 50 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. Walks are free with paid parking. For information, call 765-4222.