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By Staff | Mar 3, 2009

CREDIT COURSE FOR INSURANCE AGENTS IS FREE

Servpro is offering insurance agents and adjusters a free continuing education four-hour credit course on mold damage, Tuesday, March 24 from 8 a.m. to noon.

It will be held at Microtel Inn, 1320 Business Way, Lehigh. This course is open to the public at no charge. Buffet breakfast begins at 7:45 a.m. You must RSVP to servpro9126@msn.com or call (239) 334-8700 by March 16 to make reservations.

INDOOR YARD SALE WILL BE MARCH 7 AT ELKS

The Ladies of the Elks will hold an indoor yard sale on March 7. The Elks Lodge is located at 1050 Joel Blvd in Lehigh. Hours are from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a bake sale and something for everyone, said Jeanette Vesper, a spokeswoman handling publicity.

Also included will be clothing, jewelry, tools, CDs, furniture and more. Proceeds will benefit community projects and scholarships for students.

TAKE A STROLL IN DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS FOR $5

Discover the legends, lore and rivalry that built our town. Enjoy this hour long leisurely stroll through historic downtown Fort Myers where you will see the location of the old military fort, hear the legends surrounding Fort Myers, unearth the rivalry that built at least six buildings and assorted businesses, view the restored buildings that house the stories of yesteryear and see the renaissance taking place to keep the history alive.

The tours originate at the historic Atlantic Coastline Railroad restored train depot today known as the Southwest Florida Museum of History which traces the history of Southwest Florida from prehistoric to present-day through exhibits and displays and a 1929 private Pullman rail car and authentic replica of a Cracker House.

Call 239-321-7430 to make reservations. Tours are offered on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. now through April 29. Reservations are required as space is very limited. Cost is $5 per person. Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m. now through April 29.

ARK OF THE COVENANT FEATURED AT MUSEUM

The alternative history exhibit that asks the question, “What if there’s a story behind the story?” will now be complete as its showcase piece, the Ark of the Covenant is featured at the Southwest Florida Museum of History.

The Ark of the Covenant is faithfully replicated to the dimensions as described in the Bible; 2.5 cubits long, by 1.5 cubits wide, by 1.5 cubits high. Originally constructed of acacia wood and plated entirely in gold, in Exodus God commanded that an ark be built to house the stone tablets bearing the 10 Commandments, said marketing manager Helena Finnegan. The Ark’s location has been the stuff of legend and movies over the years but its reproduction can now be seen at the museum.

From now thru June 20, visitors to the museum have the opportunity to discover for themselves the mysteries behind more than 30 stories that have been the stuff of legends, myths, conspiracy theories and movies, Finnegan said.