Club News and Activities

SCIENCE ON A SPHERE DEMONSTRATION, Photo Credits: NOAA Entering the second floor of the IMAG History & Science Center, we are immediately faced with a giant spinning globe, a big, beautiful, “blue marble,” as if we are in outer space, miles away yet traveling in an orbit around the Earth. We recognize the place we […]

The Alliance for the Arts is proud to announce the launch of two immersive summer workshop series designed to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern wellness. Running from June through August 1, 2026, the Craft & Create and Creative Recharge series offer community members a sanctuary to learn new skills, slow down, and […]

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB MEMBERS ON SUMMER FIELD TRIP TO DAVE & BUSTERS As summer approaches, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County (BGCLC) is preparing to open its doors to hundreds of local youth and teens for its highly anticipated 2026 Summer Enrichment Program, offering a safe, affordable, and engaging environment for ages […]

JUNE ON THE WATER June begins the slowdown in Southwest Florida as many people have left the area for the summer. This is good for fishing as there are far less boats on the water and less fishing competition. As always when fishing, there will be good and slow days. With the summer heat the […]

TITLE SPONSOR FOR THE EVENT B&I CONTRACTORS The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County welcomed 250 guests to its signature fundraising event, Evening at the Ballpark, held at JetBlue Park, for an unforgettable night celebrating youth, community, and opportunity. The evening began with a lively reception in the concourse, where attendees mingled and enjoyed […]

TELICIA CARTER HOLDING HER AWARD WITH BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CEO, DENISE GERGLEY The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County proudly announced Telicia Carter as its 2026 Youth of the Year during a celebratory event held Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Park Meadows. The annual event recognizes exceptional Club members who exemplify leadership, academic […]

2025 STRIDES FOR INCLUSION 5K (LAST YEAR) Pathways to Opportunity (PTO) is proud to host the second annual Strides for Inclusion 5K, an event dedicated to promoting accessibility, empowerment, and community inclusion for individuals with disabilities. The run, walk, or roll event will take place at Babcock Ranch on Saturday May 16, 2026 beginning at […]

Brunch, golf, and giving back – all before noon. Pathways to Opportunity (PTO) invites the community tothe Third Annual Fairways to Opportunity on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. atTopGolf Fort Myers.PTO, a Goodwill Southwest Florida day training program, supports adults with developmental andintellectual disabilities through skillbuilding classes taught by trained […]

Fort Myers, FL – Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (Goodwill SWFL) and Easterseals Naples are proud to announce an exciting new collaboration to promote health, inclusion and community through adaptive sports. The two organization’s life skills development programs will join forces to create an inclusive sports league designed to enhance participant’s access to physical fitness, […]

Articles like this will appear regularly on Fort Myers Living FEBRUARY ON THE WATER The transition from winter season often changes early in Southwest Florida. Spring will not officially arrive until mid-March, however on the water we are generally appreciating the change of seasons by early to mid-February. Lack of rain through the winter months […]