Learn about Florida’s sea turtles at Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife meeting Tuesday

Brittnay Laster, MSc, education and outreach coordinator for the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife will discuss sea turtles at the next meeting of the Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Sea turtles are one of the most charismatic marine animals on the planet. This program aims to provide information on all seven species of sea turtles, their conservation status, which are most common in Southwest Florida, threats turtles currently face and CROW’s role in getting them back into the wild.

CROW is currently unable to treat sea turtles due to the loss of the sea turtle facility from Hurricane Ian.

The CCFW general meeting will be held at Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for sign-in and networking. Laster’s presentation will begin at 7 p.m., followed by the CCFW business meeting. All are welcome.

Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife is an all-volunteer organization whose mission is to preserve and enhance the habitats of protected wildlife species and to educate the community about Cape Coral’s wildlife resources. If you are interested in donating to support Cape Coral’s wildlife, joining or volunteering, please visit our website ccfriendsofwildlife.org or call 239 980-2593.

USA Dance to host ‘Tribute to Our Veterans’ donation program Sunday

USA Dance Inc., Chapter #6123 of Cape Coral will hold a “Tribute to Our Veterans” donation program featuring Sonia Raymond, curator at Brotherhood of Heroes in Cape Coral, Sunday, Nov. 10, from 4-7 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion Dance Studio, 912 Del Prado Blvd., S.

The cost for the party, which is open to the public with an RSVP, is $10 per person. Donations of canned goods and other items (toothbrushes and tooth paste were suggested) will be accepted.

Contact Carol Davis, chapter president, at 239-565-7947 or email dancingtala@gmail.com

Just for Fun Dog Show set for Nov. 16

Calling all dog lovers! The ultimate, tail-wagging extravaganza Just for Fun Dog Show is returning to Rotary Park on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 3-5 p.m.

Previously held during the “dog days of August,” this popular show hosted by the city of Cape Coral has been moved to November when the temperatures should be more comfortable for furry little friends and their owners!

Sign your pooch up in advance for $6 per category or on the spot at the show starting at 2 p.m. Spectators are free!

For details, contact Rotary Park at 239-549-4606.