Supervisor of Elections to host open house for public

Lee County Supervisor of Elections Sharon Harrington will host an open house on Aug. 14 at 10 a.m. at the Lee County Elections Center, at 13180 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, to demonstrate the Elections Systems & Software’s Express Vote, the Americans with Disabilities compliant voting system.

Representatives from ES&S will be available to assist with hands-on demonstrations and answer questions.

The public is invited to attend and learn about the system.

For information, call (239) LEE-VOTE (533-8683) or visit: www.leeelections.com.

Three-on-three basketball tournament open to teens

DJB Technical Academy in Fort Myers will host a three-on-three basketball tournament on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Open to teens ages 15-19.

There is no cost to participate.

Cash prizes will be awarded.

There will be music, food and raffles.

For information, call (239) 476-9100.

Gulf Coast Writers present speaker

The Gulf Coast Writers Association will meet on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, at 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers.

Speaker Robert McCarthy will discuss critique group guidelines in fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and proofreading marks from “The Chicago Manual of Style.”

Since 1979, McCarthy has been a professional writer, editor and producer in freelance and corporate positions. He published an E-book in 2014, “Collaborative Blogging: A Team Approach to Social Media in 6 Easy Steps.”

There will also be a presentation by members Richard Georgian and Denise Holbrook.

Members and first-time visitors are free of charge; guests are $5.

For information, call (239) 247-4515 or visit: www.gulfwriters.org.

Edible Gardening Exchange announces meeting

The Edible Gardening Exchange will meet on Aug. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the North Fort Myers Community Center, at 2000 N. Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers. An informal chat on edibles will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Debbie Hughes, senior horticulturist for the Edison Ford Winter Estates, will discuss herb gardening in Southwest Florida.

The membership fee for the meetings is $10. In addition, a $10 Lee Parks and Recreation lifetime membership of is required.

Consider bringing something to share with other gardeners.

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

American Legion Auxiliary needs donations for sale

The Lehigh Acres American Legion Auxiliary Unit 323 will host a garage sale on Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Post Home, at 1124 Ashlar Drive.

Any donations may be brought to the post from Aug. 16-21.

The proceeds will go toward a donation to the Fisher House.

For information, call Teresa Morgan at (239)?369-3178.

Chamber planning bowling tournament

The Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a bowling tournament on Aug. 28 starting at 6 p.m. at Bowland, at 1244 Business Way.

Teams with up to five players and two games are planned.

There will be raffles, prizes and more.

Cost is $15 per person and includes a ball and shoes; guests are $5 per person.

Food and beverages will be available.

To sign up, call (239) 369-3322.

Artist of the Month named

Joan Benner is the Artist of the Month for August at the Arts of the Inland gallery in the cafe at Lehigh Regional Medical Center, 1500 Lee Blvd.

Stop in and view her artwork Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For information, call Donna Thewlis at (239) 339-7265.

Boot camps focus on fitness and nutrition

Healthy Harvest Community Farms, at 607 Mirror Lakes Drive, hosts the following boot camps:

– Mondays and Fridays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Williams Park

– Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park

– Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m and Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Healthy Harvest Community Farms

The classes are free; donations are welcome. At least 10 people must be signed up for a class.

Visit the website online: www.healthyharvestfarms.org.

Community Pool holding classes

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open year-round.

A wide range of swim lesson skill levels are offered, including adult beginners; all taught by American Red Cross Certified instructors. Eight classes for $50.

Commit to get fit with aqua aerobics. Choose from a fast-paced workout at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are 45 minutes long in chest deep water.

There are 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 Mondays 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, breads, meats, herbs, flowers, crafts, soaps and more.

Visit: www.buylocallee.com.

Lee County Community Band open to new members

The Lee County Community Band rehearses Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael Lutheran School in Fort Myers. New members are welcome.

For information, call Norman Jones at (239) 995-2097 or visit: www.leecountyband.org.

Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearsing

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 practicing

The Lehigh Concert Band rehearses at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in the annex at Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining can stop by or call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834.

For information, visit online: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday until mid-March from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Landex Building on Homestead Road

If you want to join, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

Of Special Note (8/12/15)

By Staff | Aug 12, 2015

Supervisor of Elections to host open house for public

Lee County Supervisor of Elections Sharon Harrington will host an open house on Aug. 14 at 10 a.m. at the Lee County Elections Center, at 13180 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, to demonstrate the Elections Systems & Software’s Express Vote, the Americans with Disabilities compliant voting system.

Representatives from ES&S will be available to assist with hands-on demonstrations and answer questions.

The public is invited to attend and learn about the system.

For information, call (239) LEE-VOTE (533-8683) or visit: www.leeelections.com.

Three-on-three basketball tournament open to teens

DJB Technical Academy in Fort Myers will host a three-on-three basketball tournament on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Open to teens ages 15-19.

There is no cost to participate.

Cash prizes will be awarded.

There will be music, food and raffles.

For information, call (239) 476-9100.

Gulf Coast Writers present speaker

The Gulf Coast Writers Association will meet on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, at 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers.

Speaker Robert McCarthy will discuss critique group guidelines in fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and proofreading marks from “The Chicago Manual of Style.”

Since 1979, McCarthy has been a professional writer, editor and producer in freelance and corporate positions. He published an E-book in 2014, “Collaborative Blogging: A Team Approach to Social Media in 6 Easy Steps.”

There will also be a presentation by members Richard Georgian and Denise Holbrook.

Members and first-time visitors are free of charge; guests are $5.

For information, call (239) 247-4515 or visit: www.gulfwriters.org.

Edible Gardening Exchange announces meeting

The Edible Gardening Exchange will meet on Aug. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the North Fort Myers Community Center, at 2000 N. Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers. An informal chat on edibles will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Debbie Hughes, senior horticulturist for the Edison Ford Winter Estates, will discuss herb gardening in Southwest Florida.

The membership fee for the meetings is $10. In addition, a $10 Lee Parks and Recreation lifetime membership of is required.

Consider bringing something to share with other gardeners.

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

American Legion Auxiliary needs donations for sale

The Lehigh Acres American Legion Auxiliary Unit 323 will host a garage sale on Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Post Home, at 1124 Ashlar Drive.

Any donations may be brought to the post from Aug. 16-21.

The proceeds will go toward a donation to the Fisher House.

For information, call Teresa Morgan at (239)?369-3178.

Chamber planning bowling tournament

The Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a bowling tournament on Aug. 28 starting at 6 p.m. at Bowland, at 1244 Business Way.

Teams with up to five players and two games are planned.

There will be raffles, prizes and more.

Cost is $15 per person and includes a ball and shoes; guests are $5 per person.

Food and beverages will be available.

To sign up, call (239) 369-3322.

Artist of the Month named

Joan Benner is the Artist of the Month for August at the Arts of the Inland gallery in the cafe at Lehigh Regional Medical Center, 1500 Lee Blvd.

Stop in and view her artwork Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For information, call Donna Thewlis at (239) 339-7265.

Boot camps focus on fitness and nutrition

Healthy Harvest Community Farms, at 607 Mirror Lakes Drive, hosts the following boot camps:

– Mondays and Fridays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Williams Park

– Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park

– Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m and Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Healthy Harvest Community Farms

The classes are free; donations are welcome. At least 10 people must be signed up for a class.

Visit the website online: www.healthyharvestfarms.org.

Community Pool holding classes

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open year-round.

A wide range of swim lesson skill levels are offered, including adult beginners; all taught by American Red Cross Certified instructors. Eight classes for $50.

Commit to get fit with aqua aerobics. Choose from a fast-paced workout at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are 45 minutes long in chest deep water.

There are 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 Mondays 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, breads, meats, herbs, flowers, crafts, soaps and more.

Visit: www.buylocallee.com.

Lee County Community Band open to new members

The Lee County Community Band rehearses Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael Lutheran School in Fort Myers. New members are welcome.

For information, call Norman Jones at (239) 995-2097 or visit: www.leecountyband.org.

Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearsing

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 practicing

The Lehigh Concert Band rehearses at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in the annex at Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining can stop by or call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834.

For information, visit online: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday until mid-March from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Landex Building on Homestead Road

If you want to join, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

Of Special Note (8/12/15)

By Staff | Aug 12, 2015

Supervisor of Elections to host open house for public

Lee County Supervisor of Elections Sharon Harrington will host an open house on Aug. 14 at 10 a.m. at the Lee County Elections Center, at 13180 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, to demonstrate the Elections Systems & Software’s Express Vote, the Americans with Disabilities compliant voting system.

Representatives from ES&S will be available to assist with hands-on demonstrations and answer questions.

The public is invited to attend and learn about the system.

For information, call (239) LEE-VOTE (533-8683) or visit: www.leeelections.com.

Three-on-three basketball tournament open to teens

DJB Technical Academy in Fort Myers will host a three-on-three basketball tournament on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Open to teens ages 15-19.

There is no cost to participate.

Cash prizes will be awarded.

There will be music, food and raffles.

For information, call (239) 476-9100.

Gulf Coast Writers present speaker

The Gulf Coast Writers Association will meet on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, at 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers.

Speaker Robert McCarthy will discuss critique group guidelines in fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and proofreading marks from “The Chicago Manual of Style.”

Since 1979, McCarthy has been a professional writer, editor and producer in freelance and corporate positions. He published an E-book in 2014, “Collaborative Blogging: A Team Approach to Social Media in 6 Easy Steps.”

There will also be a presentation by members Richard Georgian and Denise Holbrook.

Members and first-time visitors are free of charge; guests are $5.

For information, call (239) 247-4515 or visit: www.gulfwriters.org.

Edible Gardening Exchange announces meeting

The Edible Gardening Exchange will meet on Aug. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the North Fort Myers Community Center, at 2000 N. Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers. An informal chat on edibles will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Debbie Hughes, senior horticulturist for the Edison Ford Winter Estates, will discuss herb gardening in Southwest Florida.

The membership fee for the meetings is $10. In addition, a $10 Lee Parks and Recreation lifetime membership of is required.

Consider bringing something to share with other gardeners.

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

American Legion Auxiliary needs donations for sale

The Lehigh Acres American Legion Auxiliary Unit 323 will host a garage sale on Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Post Home, at 1124 Ashlar Drive.

Any donations may be brought to the post from Aug. 16-21.

The proceeds will go toward a donation to the Fisher House.

For information, call Teresa Morgan at (239)?369-3178.

Chamber planning bowling tournament

The Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a bowling tournament on Aug. 28 starting at 6 p.m. at Bowland, at 1244 Business Way.

Teams with up to five players and two games are planned.

There will be raffles, prizes and more.

Cost is $15 per person and includes a ball and shoes; guests are $5 per person.

Food and beverages will be available.

To sign up, call (239) 369-3322.

Artist of the Month named

Joan Benner is the Artist of the Month for August at the Arts of the Inland gallery in the cafe at Lehigh Regional Medical Center, 1500 Lee Blvd.

Stop in and view her artwork Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For information, call Donna Thewlis at (239) 339-7265.

Boot camps focus on fitness and nutrition

Healthy Harvest Community Farms, at 607 Mirror Lakes Drive, hosts the following boot camps:

– Mondays and Fridays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Williams Park

– Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park

– Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m and Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Healthy Harvest Community Farms

The classes are free; donations are welcome. At least 10 people must be signed up for a class.

Visit the website online: www.healthyharvestfarms.org.

Community Pool holding classes

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open year-round.

A wide range of swim lesson skill levels are offered, including adult beginners; all taught by American Red Cross Certified instructors. Eight classes for $50.

Commit to get fit with aqua aerobics. Choose from a fast-paced workout at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are 45 minutes long in chest deep water.

There are 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 Mondays 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, breads, meats, herbs, flowers, crafts, soaps and more.

Visit: www.buylocallee.com.

Lee County Community Band open to new members

The Lee County Community Band rehearses Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael Lutheran School in Fort Myers. New members are welcome.

For information, call Norman Jones at (239) 995-2097 or visit: www.leecountyband.org.

Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearsing

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 practicing

The Lehigh Concert Band rehearses at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in the annex at Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining can stop by or call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834.

For information, visit online: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday until mid-March from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Landex Building on Homestead Road

If you want to join, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

Of Special Note (8/12/15)

By Staff | Aug 12, 2015

Supervisor of Elections to host open house for public

Lee County Supervisor of Elections Sharon Harrington will host an open house on Aug. 14 at 10 a.m. at the Lee County Elections Center, at 13180 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, to demonstrate the Elections Systems & Software’s Express Vote, the Americans with Disabilities compliant voting system.

Representatives from ES&S will be available to assist with hands-on demonstrations and answer questions.

The public is invited to attend and learn about the system.

For information, call (239) LEE-VOTE (533-8683) or visit: www.leeelections.com.

Three-on-three basketball tournament open to teens

DJB Technical Academy in Fort Myers will host a three-on-three basketball tournament on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Veterans Park Recreation Center, at 55 S. Homestead Road.

Open to teens ages 15-19.

There is no cost to participate.

Cash prizes will be awarded.

There will be music, food and raffles.

For information, call (239) 476-9100.

Gulf Coast Writers present speaker

The Gulf Coast Writers Association will meet on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, at 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers.

Speaker Robert McCarthy will discuss critique group guidelines in fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and proofreading marks from “The Chicago Manual of Style.”

Since 1979, McCarthy has been a professional writer, editor and producer in freelance and corporate positions. He published an E-book in 2014, “Collaborative Blogging: A Team Approach to Social Media in 6 Easy Steps.”

There will also be a presentation by members Richard Georgian and Denise Holbrook.

Members and first-time visitors are free of charge; guests are $5.

For information, call (239) 247-4515 or visit: www.gulfwriters.org.

Edible Gardening Exchange announces meeting

The Edible Gardening Exchange will meet on Aug. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the North Fort Myers Community Center, at 2000 N. Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers. An informal chat on edibles will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Debbie Hughes, senior horticulturist for the Edison Ford Winter Estates, will discuss herb gardening in Southwest Florida.

The membership fee for the meetings is $10. In addition, a $10 Lee Parks and Recreation lifetime membership of is required.

Consider bringing something to share with other gardeners.

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

American Legion Auxiliary needs donations for sale

The Lehigh Acres American Legion Auxiliary Unit 323 will host a garage sale on Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Post Home, at 1124 Ashlar Drive.

Any donations may be brought to the post from Aug. 16-21.

The proceeds will go toward a donation to the Fisher House.

For information, call Teresa Morgan at (239)?369-3178.

Chamber planning bowling tournament

The Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a bowling tournament on Aug. 28 starting at 6 p.m. at Bowland, at 1244 Business Way.

Teams with up to five players and two games are planned.

There will be raffles, prizes and more.

Cost is $15 per person and includes a ball and shoes; guests are $5 per person.

Food and beverages will be available.

To sign up, call (239) 369-3322.

Artist of the Month named

Joan Benner is the Artist of the Month for August at the Arts of the Inland gallery in the cafe at Lehigh Regional Medical Center, 1500 Lee Blvd.

Stop in and view her artwork Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For information, call Donna Thewlis at (239) 339-7265.

Boot camps focus on fitness and nutrition

Healthy Harvest Community Farms, at 607 Mirror Lakes Drive, hosts the following boot camps:

– Mondays and Fridays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Williams Park

– Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park

– Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m and Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Healthy Harvest Community Farms

The classes are free; donations are welcome. At least 10 people must be signed up for a class.

Visit the website online: www.healthyharvestfarms.org.

Community Pool holding classes

The Lehigh Acres Community Pool, at 1400 W. Fifth St., is heated and open year-round.

A wide range of swim lesson skill levels are offered, including adult beginners; all taught by American Red Cross Certified instructors. Eight classes for $50.

Commit to get fit with aqua aerobics. Choose from a fast-paced workout at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or the ultra-low impact class at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Classes are 45 minutes long in chest deep water.

There are 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 Mondays 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, breads, meats, herbs, flowers, crafts, soaps and more.

Visit: www.buylocallee.com.

Lee County Community Band open to new members

The Lee County Community Band rehearses Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael Lutheran School in Fort Myers. New members are welcome.

For information, call Norman Jones at (239) 995-2097 or visit: www.leecountyband.org.

Lehigh Children’s Choir rehearsing

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 practicing

The Lehigh Concert Band rehearses at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in the annex at Faith Lutheran Church, at 705 Leeland Blvd.

Those interested in joining can stop by or call Lynne Criss at (239) 949-1834.

For information, visit online: www.lehighconcertband.org.

Lehigh Singers seeking members

The Lehigh Singers rehearse every Tuesday until mid-March from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Landex Building on Homestead Road

If you want to join, call (239) 822-1890 for an audition.

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