Fort Myers Marks America’s 250th With a Riverfront Party
Fort Myers is throwing a birthday party for the country this Fourth of July, and everyone is invited. On Saturday, July 4, the downtown riverfront will fill with families celebrating America’s 250th year. The celebration starts at 6:30 p.m. near 2101 Edwards Drive. The evening brings live music, a glowing drone show, and a fireworks […]
IMAG Back-To-School Bash
Mark Your Calendars and Come to the IMAG Back-To-School Bash A Carnival of Fun and Learning Saturday, August 15, 2026 [Fort Myers, FL – June 23, 2026] The IMAG History & Science Center is holding an IMAG Back-To-School Bash on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Kids 18 years old and […]
This Weekend in Fort Myers: June 26–28
Summer is in full swing, and there is plenty to do around town this weekend. Here are a few local picks for June 26 through 28. Frozen the Broadway Musical — Friday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m., Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd. Disney’s icy adventure comes to life on stage with dinner and […]
Young Performers Take the Stage in RENT at the Alliance for the Arts
Some of Fort Myers’ youngest stars are stepping into the spotlight this weekend. The Alliance for the Arts presents a Youth Theater production of the hit musical RENT, with shows running Friday through Sunday at the Alliance, 10091 McGregor Blvd. The production gives local young performers a real stage, a live audience, and the chance […]
Sheriff Carmine Marceno’s July Safety & Security Tip: Summer & Beach Safety
With school out for the summer, families are spending more time at the beach, on the water, and enjoying outdoor activities. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office encourages everyone to keep safety in mind while having fun in the Florida sun. WATER SAFETY HEAT SAFETY HOME & TRAVEL SAFETY KEEP KIDS SAFE SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING […]
Before Reality TV, Fort Myers Had Its Own Wild Man
There was no television crew, no prize money, and no audience voting someone off the island. But in October 1930, Fort Myers launched a survival story that sounds strikingly modern. That month, Bill Belvin set out on what can only be described as a real-life Survivor experiment. Part publicity stunt for the Tropical News and […]
Mrs. Lott’s Orchid Moves To Orchid Lane
VANILLA DILLONIANA IS CURRENTLY BLOOMING AT EDISON AND FORD WINTER ESTATES. Now appearing on Orchid Lane at Edison and Ford Winter Estates, Vanilla dilloniana is making its debut. This is no ordinary orchid – if there even is such a thing? Sometimes called Dillon’s Vanilla or Mrs. Lott’s Orchid, this extraordinary example of a leafless […]
This Weekend in Fort Myers: June 19 to 21
Five picks for June 19 to 21: the Downtown Music Walk, a Juneteenth celebration, the downtown Farmers Market, Frozen the Broadway musical, and family art at the Alliance.
Sheriff Carmine Marceno’s June Safety & Security Tip: Safe Living Solo
Do you live alone? The Health Planning Council of Southwest Florida finds nearly 22 percent of seniors, 65 and older live alone, putting them at risk for social isolation and other safety concerns. Maybe you’re not a senior, but are still living solo. Living alone safely requires proactive habits: locking all doors/windows, using deadbolts, and […]
New Harry Chapin Hunger Action Center Will Provide Pet Food
“NO ONE SHOULD EVER GO HUNGRY TO FEED THEIR PET” Last year, as officials of Harry Chapin Food Bank (HCFB) discussed a proposed new Hunger Action Center (just off 75 at Martin Luther King Blvd.) with a satellite facility in Naples, one topic kept coming up. People in our community are literally going hungry or […]