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Of Special Note (6/25/14)

By Staff | Jun 25, 2014

Artwork for viewing

Arts of the Inland member Donna Thewlis has artwork on display at the Barron Library, at 461 N. Main St., LaBelle.

Thewlis is an award-winning artist who uses powdered mineral fired on porcelain.

The work on display includes a piece entitled, “Peek-a-boo,” which won honorable mention at the recent Inspirations Art Show.

Thewlis’ artwork is available for viewing until today, July 25.

For information, visit: www.artsoftheinland.com or contact LaVon Koenig at (239) 303-5849 or artsinland@gmail.com.

Gardener’s Chat set

A Gardener’s Chat will be held on June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Talk about anything edible in a garden at the free informal chat. If a question cannnot be answered, the UF/IFAS Lee County Extension will be contacted.

For information, contact Karen Harty at (610) 530-8883.

Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive planned

Lehigh Regional Medical Center is sponsoring the Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive on June 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1500 Lee Blvd.

Appointments will be honored; walk-ins are welcome.

Donors will receive a limited edition T-shirt and a free wellness check-up, including blood pressure, temperature and iron count, as well as a cholesterol screening.

Generally, healthy people ages 16 or older who weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood

For information or to schedule an apointment, visit online at: oneblood.org or call (888) 9-DONATE (936-6283).

Second annual playwriting contest

The Firehouse Community Theatre in LaBelle presents the Second Annual Clarence “Bud” Jones Playwriting Competition.

The competition welcomes full-length, previously unpublished plays, written by authors with a Southwest Florida connection.

A fee of $25 must accompany the manuscript, which may be submitted electronically or by mail and received prior to Aug. 1.

The blinded scripts will then be reviewed by a panel of judges including community members from education, library, publishing, and theatrical backgrounds.

Cash awards for authors of first, second and third place winners include $500, $200 and $100.

The theater will produce a scripted reading of the first place entrant during 2014-15 season.

For competition details and forms visit: www.firehousecommunitytheatre.com or call (863) 675-3066.

LCDAS announces Microchip Clinics

Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host a series of clinics to encourage microchipping of pets to help increase the return of stray animals and protect owners if their pet is lost or stolen.

Microchip Clinics will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on the first Friday of each month, with the exception of July. The dates are:

– Aug. 1

– Sept. 5

– Oct. 3

– Nov. 7

– Dec. 5.

Cost is $15 per pet; no appointment is necessary. Lee County pet-licensing fees are reduced if a pet is sterilized and microchipped.

An additional special clinic will be held June 1 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Lee County Domestic Animal Services, at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers.

No appointment is necessary.

The cost is $15 or $5 with proof of public assistance

Visit: www.leelostpets.com to view pets or for information.

Take part in Lehigh Makes A Difference Day

The planning for the Annual Lehigh Makes A Difference Day 2014 is in full swing and organizers are calling on residents, civic groups and businesses to take part.

Join the effort by creating a service project or participate in an existing project that will have a direct impact on Lehigh Acres.

The Fall Harvest Style event will be held Oct. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. at Veterans Park.

For project ideas, visit: www.makeadifferenceday.com or call (239) 477-1485.

Pool offers swim lessons, aqua aerobics

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open to the public year round. There are summer swim lessons offered in June and July, with a wide range of skill levels taught by American Red Cross certified instructors. Classes available for ages 6 months and older; cost is $50 for eight classes.

Prepare for the beach with aqua aerobics. Choose from an invigorating fast paced workout offered at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact National Arthritis Foundation sponsored class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are in chest deep water and 45 minutes in length. There are always lifeguards-on-duty. Lap swimmers welcome.

For hours and rates, call (239) 369-8277 or visit the website at:?www.leeparks.org.

Farmer’s Market open

The Fenway South Farmer’s Market will be held every Monday from 2 to 6 p.m. at JetBlue Park at Fenway South, at 11500 Fenway South Drive, Fort Myers.

The market offers produce, cheeses, pastas, seafood, baked breads, meats, herbs, ready-to-eat meals, flowers, crafts, soaps, candles, live music and more.

Visit online at: www.buylocallee.com.

Choir holding rehearsals

The Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearses from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cayuga Music Studio, at 1100 Homestead Road.

For information, call (239) 368-2488.

Concert Band in session

The Lehigh Concert Band has open spots for any concert band musician who can play at a high school or college level or above.

Clarinet and tuba players are particularly needed.

The season runs from November to April, and the band rehearses at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining are invited to stop by a Tuesday rehearsal or performance.

For more information, call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834 or visit: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Cayuga Music Studio. Members are asked to attend every rehearsal until the concert in early April.

Tenors and basses needed. If you are interested, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

Of Special Note (6/25/14)

By Staff | Jun 25, 2014

Artwork for viewing

Arts of the Inland member Donna Thewlis has artwork on display at the Barron Library, at 461 N. Main St., LaBelle.

Thewlis is an award-winning artist who uses powdered mineral fired on porcelain.

The work on display includes a piece entitled, “Peek-a-boo,” which won honorable mention at the recent Inspirations Art Show.

Thewlis’ artwork is available for viewing until today, July 25.

For information, visit: www.artsoftheinland.com or contact LaVon Koenig at (239) 303-5849 or artsinland@gmail.com.

Gardener’s Chat set

A Gardener’s Chat will be held on June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Talk about anything edible in a garden at the free informal chat. If a question cannnot be answered, the UF/IFAS Lee County Extension will be contacted.

For information, contact Karen Harty at (610) 530-8883.

Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive planned

Lehigh Regional Medical Center is sponsoring the Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive on June 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1500 Lee Blvd.

Appointments will be honored; walk-ins are welcome.

Donors will receive a limited edition T-shirt and a free wellness check-up, including blood pressure, temperature and iron count, as well as a cholesterol screening.

Generally, healthy people ages 16 or older who weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood

For information or to schedule an apointment, visit online at: oneblood.org or call (888) 9-DONATE (936-6283).

Second annual playwriting contest

The Firehouse Community Theatre in LaBelle presents the Second Annual Clarence “Bud” Jones Playwriting Competition.

The competition welcomes full-length, previously unpublished plays, written by authors with a Southwest Florida connection.

A fee of $25 must accompany the manuscript, which may be submitted electronically or by mail and received prior to Aug. 1.

The blinded scripts will then be reviewed by a panel of judges including community members from education, library, publishing, and theatrical backgrounds.

Cash awards for authors of first, second and third place winners include $500, $200 and $100.

The theater will produce a scripted reading of the first place entrant during 2014-15 season.

For competition details and forms visit: www.firehousecommunitytheatre.com or call (863) 675-3066.

LCDAS announces Microchip Clinics

Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host a series of clinics to encourage microchipping of pets to help increase the return of stray animals and protect owners if their pet is lost or stolen.

Microchip Clinics will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on the first Friday of each month, with the exception of July. The dates are:

– Aug. 1

– Sept. 5

– Oct. 3

– Nov. 7

– Dec. 5.

Cost is $15 per pet; no appointment is necessary. Lee County pet-licensing fees are reduced if a pet is sterilized and microchipped.

An additional special clinic will be held June 1 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Lee County Domestic Animal Services, at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers.

No appointment is necessary.

The cost is $15 or $5 with proof of public assistance

Visit: www.leelostpets.com to view pets or for information.

Take part in Lehigh Makes A Difference Day

The planning for the Annual Lehigh Makes A Difference Day 2014 is in full swing and organizers are calling on residents, civic groups and businesses to take part.

Join the effort by creating a service project or participate in an existing project that will have a direct impact on Lehigh Acres.

The Fall Harvest Style event will be held Oct. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. at Veterans Park.

For project ideas, visit: www.makeadifferenceday.com or call (239) 477-1485.

Pool offers swim lessons, aqua aerobics

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open to the public year round. There are summer swim lessons offered in June and July, with a wide range of skill levels taught by American Red Cross certified instructors. Classes available for ages 6 months and older; cost is $50 for eight classes.

Prepare for the beach with aqua aerobics. Choose from an invigorating fast paced workout offered at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact National Arthritis Foundation sponsored class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are in chest deep water and 45 minutes in length. There are always lifeguards-on-duty. Lap swimmers welcome.

For hours and rates, call (239) 369-8277 or visit the website at:?www.leeparks.org.

Farmer’s Market open

The Fenway South Farmer’s Market will be held every Monday from 2 to 6 p.m. at JetBlue Park at Fenway South, at 11500 Fenway South Drive, Fort Myers.

The market offers produce, cheeses, pastas, seafood, baked breads, meats, herbs, ready-to-eat meals, flowers, crafts, soaps, candles, live music and more.

Visit online at: www.buylocallee.com.

Choir holding rehearsals

The Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearses from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cayuga Music Studio, at 1100 Homestead Road.

For information, call (239) 368-2488.

Concert Band in session

The Lehigh Concert Band has open spots for any concert band musician who can play at a high school or college level or above.

Clarinet and tuba players are particularly needed.

The season runs from November to April, and the band rehearses at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining are invited to stop by a Tuesday rehearsal or performance.

For more information, call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834 or visit: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Cayuga Music Studio. Members are asked to attend every rehearsal until the concert in early April.

Tenors and basses needed. If you are interested, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

Of Special Note (6/25/14)

By Staff | Jun 25, 2014

Artwork for viewing

Arts of the Inland member Donna Thewlis has artwork on display at the Barron Library, at 461 N. Main St., LaBelle.

Thewlis is an award-winning artist who uses powdered mineral fired on porcelain.

The work on display includes a piece entitled, “Peek-a-boo,” which won honorable mention at the recent Inspirations Art Show.

Thewlis’ artwork is available for viewing until today, July 25.

For information, visit: www.artsoftheinland.com or contact LaVon Koenig at (239) 303-5849 or artsinland@gmail.com.

Gardener’s Chat set

A Gardener’s Chat will be held on June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Talk about anything edible in a garden at the free informal chat. If a question cannnot be answered, the UF/IFAS Lee County Extension will be contacted.

For information, contact Karen Harty at (610) 530-8883.

Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive planned

Lehigh Regional Medical Center is sponsoring the Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive on June 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1500 Lee Blvd.

Appointments will be honored; walk-ins are welcome.

Donors will receive a limited edition T-shirt and a free wellness check-up, including blood pressure, temperature and iron count, as well as a cholesterol screening.

Generally, healthy people ages 16 or older who weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood

For information or to schedule an apointment, visit online at: oneblood.org or call (888) 9-DONATE (936-6283).

Second annual playwriting contest

The Firehouse Community Theatre in LaBelle presents the Second Annual Clarence “Bud” Jones Playwriting Competition.

The competition welcomes full-length, previously unpublished plays, written by authors with a Southwest Florida connection.

A fee of $25 must accompany the manuscript, which may be submitted electronically or by mail and received prior to Aug. 1.

The blinded scripts will then be reviewed by a panel of judges including community members from education, library, publishing, and theatrical backgrounds.

Cash awards for authors of first, second and third place winners include $500, $200 and $100.

The theater will produce a scripted reading of the first place entrant during 2014-15 season.

For competition details and forms visit: www.firehousecommunitytheatre.com or call (863) 675-3066.

LCDAS announces Microchip Clinics

Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host a series of clinics to encourage microchipping of pets to help increase the return of stray animals and protect owners if their pet is lost or stolen.

Microchip Clinics will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on the first Friday of each month, with the exception of July. The dates are:

– Aug. 1

– Sept. 5

– Oct. 3

– Nov. 7

– Dec. 5.

Cost is $15 per pet; no appointment is necessary. Lee County pet-licensing fees are reduced if a pet is sterilized and microchipped.

An additional special clinic will be held June 1 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Lee County Domestic Animal Services, at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers.

No appointment is necessary.

The cost is $15 or $5 with proof of public assistance

Visit: www.leelostpets.com to view pets or for information.

Take part in Lehigh Makes A Difference Day

The planning for the Annual Lehigh Makes A Difference Day 2014 is in full swing and organizers are calling on residents, civic groups and businesses to take part.

Join the effort by creating a service project or participate in an existing project that will have a direct impact on Lehigh Acres.

The Fall Harvest Style event will be held Oct. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. at Veterans Park.

For project ideas, visit: www.makeadifferenceday.com or call (239) 477-1485.

Pool offers swim lessons, aqua aerobics

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open to the public year round. There are summer swim lessons offered in June and July, with a wide range of skill levels taught by American Red Cross certified instructors. Classes available for ages 6 months and older; cost is $50 for eight classes.

Prepare for the beach with aqua aerobics. Choose from an invigorating fast paced workout offered at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact National Arthritis Foundation sponsored class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are in chest deep water and 45 minutes in length. There are always lifeguards-on-duty. Lap swimmers welcome.

For hours and rates, call (239) 369-8277 or visit the website at:?www.leeparks.org.

Farmer’s Market open

The Fenway South Farmer’s Market will be held every Monday from 2 to 6 p.m. at JetBlue Park at Fenway South, at 11500 Fenway South Drive, Fort Myers.

The market offers produce, cheeses, pastas, seafood, baked breads, meats, herbs, ready-to-eat meals, flowers, crafts, soaps, candles, live music and more.

Visit online at: www.buylocallee.com.

Choir holding rehearsals

The Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearses from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cayuga Music Studio, at 1100 Homestead Road.

For information, call (239) 368-2488.

Concert Band in session

The Lehigh Concert Band has open spots for any concert band musician who can play at a high school or college level or above.

Clarinet and tuba players are particularly needed.

The season runs from November to April, and the band rehearses at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining are invited to stop by a Tuesday rehearsal or performance.

For more information, call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834 or visit: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Cayuga Music Studio. Members are asked to attend every rehearsal until the concert in early April.

Tenors and basses needed. If you are interested, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

Of Special Note (6/25/14)

By Staff | Jun 25, 2014

Artwork for viewing

Arts of the Inland member Donna Thewlis has artwork on display at the Barron Library, at 461 N. Main St., LaBelle.

Thewlis is an award-winning artist who uses powdered mineral fired on porcelain.

The work on display includes a piece entitled, “Peek-a-boo,” which won honorable mention at the recent Inspirations Art Show.

Thewlis’ artwork is available for viewing until today, July 25.

For information, visit: www.artsoftheinland.com or contact LaVon Koenig at (239) 303-5849 or artsinland@gmail.com.

Gardener’s Chat set

A Gardener’s Chat will be held on June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Talk about anything edible in a garden at the free informal chat. If a question cannnot be answered, the UF/IFAS Lee County Extension will be contacted.

For information, contact Karen Harty at (610) 530-8883.

Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive planned

Lehigh Regional Medical Center is sponsoring the Hurricane Madness 2014 Blood Drive on June 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1500 Lee Blvd.

Appointments will be honored; walk-ins are welcome.

Donors will receive a limited edition T-shirt and a free wellness check-up, including blood pressure, temperature and iron count, as well as a cholesterol screening.

Generally, healthy people ages 16 or older who weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood

For information or to schedule an apointment, visit online at: oneblood.org or call (888) 9-DONATE (936-6283).

Second annual playwriting contest

The Firehouse Community Theatre in LaBelle presents the Second Annual Clarence “Bud” Jones Playwriting Competition.

The competition welcomes full-length, previously unpublished plays, written by authors with a Southwest Florida connection.

A fee of $25 must accompany the manuscript, which may be submitted electronically or by mail and received prior to Aug. 1.

The blinded scripts will then be reviewed by a panel of judges including community members from education, library, publishing, and theatrical backgrounds.

Cash awards for authors of first, second and third place winners include $500, $200 and $100.

The theater will produce a scripted reading of the first place entrant during 2014-15 season.

For competition details and forms visit: www.firehousecommunitytheatre.com or call (863) 675-3066.

LCDAS announces Microchip Clinics

Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host a series of clinics to encourage microchipping of pets to help increase the return of stray animals and protect owners if their pet is lost or stolen.

Microchip Clinics will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on the first Friday of each month, with the exception of July. The dates are:

– Aug. 1

– Sept. 5

– Oct. 3

– Nov. 7

– Dec. 5.

Cost is $15 per pet; no appointment is necessary. Lee County pet-licensing fees are reduced if a pet is sterilized and microchipped.

An additional special clinic will be held June 1 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Lee County Domestic Animal Services, at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers.

No appointment is necessary.

The cost is $15 or $5 with proof of public assistance

Visit: www.leelostpets.com to view pets or for information.

Take part in Lehigh Makes A Difference Day

The planning for the Annual Lehigh Makes A Difference Day 2014 is in full swing and organizers are calling on residents, civic groups and businesses to take part.

Join the effort by creating a service project or participate in an existing project that will have a direct impact on Lehigh Acres.

The Fall Harvest Style event will be held Oct. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. at Veterans Park.

For project ideas, visit: www.makeadifferenceday.com or call (239) 477-1485.

Pool offers swim lessons, aqua aerobics

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open to the public year round. There are summer swim lessons offered in June and July, with a wide range of skill levels taught by American Red Cross certified instructors. Classes available for ages 6 months and older; cost is $50 for eight classes.

Prepare for the beach with aqua aerobics. Choose from an invigorating fast paced workout offered at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact National Arthritis Foundation sponsored class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are in chest deep water and 45 minutes in length. There are always lifeguards-on-duty. Lap swimmers welcome.

For hours and rates, call (239) 369-8277 or visit the website at:?www.leeparks.org.

Farmer’s Market open

The Fenway South Farmer’s Market will be held every Monday from 2 to 6 p.m. at JetBlue Park at Fenway South, at 11500 Fenway South Drive, Fort Myers.

The market offers produce, cheeses, pastas, seafood, baked breads, meats, herbs, ready-to-eat meals, flowers, crafts, soaps, candles, live music and more.

Visit online at: www.buylocallee.com.

Choir holding rehearsals

The Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearses from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cayuga Music Studio, at 1100 Homestead Road.

For information, call (239) 368-2488.

Concert Band in session

The Lehigh Concert Band has open spots for any concert band musician who can play at a high school or college level or above.

Clarinet and tuba players are particularly needed.

The season runs from November to April, and the band rehearses at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining are invited to stop by a Tuesday rehearsal or performance.

For more information, call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834 or visit: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Cayuga Music Studio. Members are asked to attend every rehearsal until the concert in early April.

Tenors and basses needed. If you are interested, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.