The annual exhibit showcases artwork by some of the best artists living in Southwest Florida. The opening reception will be held in conjunction with the Fort Myers Art Walk on Friday, July 1st, from 6-10pm.
Top honors for the show will be determined by People's Choice voting during the reception.
Venue: HOWL Gallery
Organization: historic downtown fort myers river district
Fireworks and family entertainment return to downtown Fort Myers this 4th of July.
This family friendly event begins at 2:00 p.m. with children¼s play areas and DJ Tommy Tunes. Live music on six stages begins at 6:00 p.m. featuring Deb & The Dynamics, Strange Arrangement, High Tide, No Way Jose, Fakahatchee, Memphis 56, and more!
Fireworks presented by Chico¼s FAS, Inc. will light up the sky at 9:30 p.m. The fireworks will be choreographed to music broadcast on 102.9 BOB FM. A preferred viewing area will be set up in the Harborside parking lot to allow those who would like special seating for only $5.00 a chair, children 5 and under free.
Freedom Fest attendees will get special discounts at numerous downtown restaurants, bars and retail merchants with the purchase of a $10.00 wristband. Proceeds from the sale of the the wristbands will benefit American Legion Post 38 and the River District Alliance.
Live music will resume following the fireworks.
Venue: historic downtown fort myers river district
Organization: historic downtown fort myers river district
Date: Friday - July 8, 2011Time: 11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Built in 1901, this Georgian Revival Mansion was the scene of many social events that hosted the Fort Myers' elite including the Edisons, Fords, and Firestones. Antique furnishings, historical artifacts, and delightful tales of growing up as the privileged daughters of wealthy businessman Nelson Burroughs and his wife Adeline await visitors who want to take a step back in time.
Create the wedding of your dreams! Meet with leading wedding professionals, enjoy an exquisite bridal fashion show and win beautiful gifts. For more information please call 239-225-4300.
Date: Friday - July 15, 2011Time: 11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Built in 1901, this Georgian Revival Mansion was the scene of many social events that hosted the Fort Myers' elite including the Edisons, Fords, and Firestones. Antique furnishings, historical artifacts, and delightful tales of growing up as the privileged daughters of wealthy businessman Nelson Burroughs and his wife Adeline await visitors who want to take a step back in time.
Date: Saturday - July 16, 2011Time: 8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
Fleamasters Fleamarket celebrates it 25th anniversary with country musicians, kids crafts, Turkleberry the Clown and contests for seed spitting, speed eating and best watermelon recipe. Plus plenty of watermelon to eat. Live music will be from 10am to 3pm. ADMISSION IS FREE!!!!! (but there are entry fees for the contests) For more information please call 239-334-7001.
Date: Friday - July 22, 2011Time: 11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Built in 1901, this Georgian Revival Mansion was the scene of many social events that hosted the Fort Myers' elite including the Edisons, Fords, and Firestones. Antique furnishings, historical artifacts, and delightful tales of growing up as the privileged daughters of wealthy businessman Nelson Burroughs and his wife Adeline await visitors who want to take a step back in time.
This timed Run/Walk benefits Carolena Long, a local baby with congenital heart defects who needs extensive treatment. Register at therunshoppe.com Registration is $25. For more information please call 239-540-9529.
The Morgan House Restaurant in Downtown Fort Myers presents the "Woodstock Groovy Music Festival" To benefit ICAN! Food, Fun, 5 Bands and Cold Drinks. The bands that will be playing are: The Oysters Fantastic Band, M80's, Memphis 56, Stolen Fruit, David C. Johnson. ADMISSION IS FREE! For more information please call 239-337-3377
Date: Sunday - July 24, 2011Time: 11:00 AM
- 3:00 PM
Come and join us for the Big Backpack Event. The First 2,000 kids will receive FREE backpacks, school supplies and food. There will face painting, inflatable slide and bounce house, clowns, FREE Haircuts by Cre8 Salon & Spa, FREE eye exams, Giveaways, vendors, Live Entertainment and more. For more information please call (239) 321-8110
Come and join us for the 14th Annual 'A Midsummer Night's Sing'. The doors will open at 6:30pm but the 7pm. Admission is a voluntary Cash donation---for every $1 that you give, we can buy $5 worth of food. Canned goods are also welcome. The need is great. For more information please call 239-334-2261.
Come and join us for a fun event while supporting the PACE Center for Girls in Lee County. Donate a new or previously loved dress. Artist Leoma Lovegrove will create a special painting to be auctioned at the main LTD event in support of the PACE Girls. There will be raffle items and 50/50 drawings, silent auction, complimentary Happy beverages, nibbles and bites, Irresistible Chocolate Delights, Music and Fun, Mini Massages by San Carlos Chiropractic, and more.All the proceeds will benefit PACE. For more information please call 239-425-2606.
Date: Friday - July 29, 2011Time: 11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Built in 1901, this Georgian Revival Mansion was the scene of many social events that hosted the Fort Myers' elite including the Edisons, Fords, and Firestones. Antique furnishings, historical artifacts, and delightful tales of growing up as the privileged daughters of wealthy businessman Nelson Burroughs and his wife Adeline await visitors who want to take a step back in time.
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