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Saturday, Feb 1st

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

7-10am, Thunderbird Park off San Carlos Boulevard. Three break- fasts to choose from: pancakes and sausage, french toast and sausage or biscuits and gravy. $3.50 includes juice and coffee.

YOGA

8:30am, DiamondHead, with Susan Carter 239-209-1698

MOUND HOUSE TOURS

9am-Noon, Mound House. “Sto- ries Beneath Our Feet” -Visit an underground room to view a Calusa shell mound. “Plants & People Guided Walk” -Follow a winding path that features native vegetation. Learn how natives and early settlers used plants in their lives. At Connecticut St. and the bay. Park at Baptist Church lot. Tours are offered every TU, WE and SA, 10am-2pm; last tour leaves at 1:30pm. 765-0865

KAYAK TOUR

9am-1pm, Mound House. All ex- perience levels welcome, guided tour through Matanzas Preserve and into Hell Peckney Bay. Enjoy a stopover at a deserted back bay island. $30, 765-0865

Sunday, Feb 2nd 

BINGO

Noon-3pm. American Legion Aux- iliary, 899 Buttonwood Dr.

SUPER BOWL PARTY!

6pm-?, Valerie's Lounge. Come watch the game with all your friends! 466-7788 

Monday, Feb 3rd

LOW-IMPACT EXERCISE/STRENGTH TRAINING
9-10:30am, Chapel By the Sea. Bring hand weights, drinking water. Wear sturdy shoes. Men and women, all fitness levels available. Call Carol Kushkin, 303-608-2883

 

GARDEN CLUB

9-11am, Beach Library. New members welcome. 239-765- 8162

AFTERNOON MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY
1:30pm, Beach Library. Focusing on award-winning independent & foreign films, the showing is The Rage in Placid Lake, 89 minutes in English. 239-765-8162 

For Waterfront Property Sales on Fort Myers Beach:

Phillip Babcock

Century 21 TriPower Reality 239-994-4572

Follow this link to search for all properties for sale in South West Florida: 

www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com 

  For a free evaluation of your home or condo current value go to www.FreeFortMyersHomeValues.com you will receive 3 recent property sales and 3 current properties for sale, and the current market value of your property .Receive a FreeHome Warranty, value $450.00, with each property purchase or listing above $150,000

Things to do on Fort Myers Beach

Here are some great events taking place on 

Fort Myers Beach!

For more information regarding Fort Myers Beach including available properties please visit: www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com

Friday, January 24th

 
FARMER'S MARKET
7:30-11am, under the Matanzas
Pass Bridge.

PAINTING BATIKS WITH FLORENCE ZDANOWITZ
9-4pm, Fort Myers Beach Art Association,
corner of Shell Mound and Donora. 239-463-3909

ESTUARY KAYAK TOUR ON THE EAST SIDE OF ESTERO
BAY 10am-1pm, Coconut Point in Bonita Springs.

HEALTHY NATURAL LIVING
10:30am, Beach Library. Natasha Jamison looks at natural nontoxic personal and household products, and natural organic/raw foods and recipes. 239-765-8162

VISITING THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
1:30pm, Beach Library. Miffie Greer will talk about her trips to
the Eastern Mediterranean--delights, surprises, what to anticipate
in Greek Isles, Istanbul, Athens and Ephesus. 239-765-8162

SUNSET CELEBRATION
6-10pm, Times Square. Live music, food & fun with High Tide

PARENTS NIGHT OUT
7pm-Midnight, Bay Oaks. Parents will have the chance to check out that restaurant you've heard so much about, catch a movie, enjoy a romantic evening together, Bay Oaks staff will take care of the rest! $10/member; $12/non-member.
Register by 1/17. Call Sarah at 239-765-4222.


ADULT PIRATE CRUISE
7pm, Pieces of Eight Adult Pirate Cruise at Salty Sam's Marina.

Saturday, January 25th

ESTUARY KAYAK TOUR IN ESTERO BAY
10am-1pm, Bonita Beach.

MOUND HOUSE TOURS
10am-2pm, Mound House.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING
1:30pm, Beach Library. Features keynote speaker and lifelong resident
AJ Bassett, who will talk about her experience in growing
up on the Beach and changes throughout the years. Followed by
brief business meeting. 239-765-8162

CASINO NIGHT: TEXAS HOLD'EM & SILENT AUCTION
7pm, Moose Lodge. Benefits the Friends of Matanzas Pass Preserve. $40 per person (space is limited). Call Julie Schwab for more information: 239-822-2420


Sunday, January 26th

BINGO
Noon-3pm. American Legion Auxiliary,
899 Buttonwood Dr.

WINTER JURIED ART SHOW BEGINS
1-2pm, Gallery Talk; Reception, 2-3pm. Free.
Fort Myers Beach Art Association, corner of Shell Mound and Donora. 239-463-3909

Tuesday, January 28th

SANTINI SUNRISE FRESH MARKET
9am-1pm, Santini Marina Plaza.

BARRIER ISLANDS GUIDED WALK
9:30-11am, Bowditch Park.

BOOK DISCUSSION
10am, Beach Library. Join in this discussion of "Defending Jacob"
by William Landay. 239-765-8162

LIVERPOOL RUMMY
10am, FMB Women's Club.

COMEDY NIGHT
8:30pm, Chuck's Last Stop



Featured Listing

200 Estero Blvd #107
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
Fort Myers Beach Premier Property Unit No. 107 1 bedroom 1 bath. Opened in March 2004, the White Sand Villas are impeccably appointed with the finest amenities and features. Each of these Fort Myers beach condos features an open-air screened patio, with direct views of the gulf and the famous Octopool. Enjoy glorious architecture that redefines tropical elegance throughout the resort, including Banyan tree pillars, and a floating shell fountain. All beachfront units are located in the main building.Premium quality kitchen appliances,Washer and dryer,Coffeemaker Toaster, Granite counters, Walk-in shower, Soaking tub,Ceiling fans, Keycard entry system In-room safe.Fire protection sprinkler system Two telephone lines and high-speed Internet access.  For more information on this  property: http://www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com/property/14264210/201310405/200%20Estero%20Blvd%20#107/Fort%20Myers%20Beach/33931/Ft.%20Myers%20Beach

For Waterfront Property Sales on Fort Myers Beach:

Phillip Babcock

Century 21 TriPower Reality 239-994-4572

Follow this link to search for all properties for sale in South West Florida:

www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com 

  For a free evaluation of your home or condo current value go to www.FreeFortMyersHomeValues.com you will receive 3 recent property sales and 3 current properties for sale, and the current market value of your property .Receive a Free Home Warranty, value $450.00, with each property purchase or listing above $150,000

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Local News and Entertainment

Medieval Fair @ Lakes Park 2014

Attention all ye lords and ladies! The 18th Annual Lakes Park Medieval Faire is returning to Lakes Park this weekend. Sponsored by the Riverdale Kiwanis Club, the Faire lasts two weekends - January 11th and 12th and 18th and 19th - and features everything anyone could possibly desire to see from that gilded age when lords and ladies ruled the land and the sounds of sword fighting filled the air. For more information: http://www.islandsandpaper.com/teaser2.aspx

For more information on Fort Myers Beach:  http://www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com/

Things To Do:

Friday, Jan 17th

BLACK ISLAND KAYAK TOUR Lover's Key
10am. Join a park naturalist for a relaxing 1½-mile
kayak tour. Learn the history of Black Island and experience
some of the wildlife that call the waterways of Lovers Key home.
Bring your own kayak or rent one from the park concession. Free
with park entry. Reservations required, call (239) 463-4588.
 
THE HIDDEN LIFE OF ART
10:30am, Beach Library. A visual program highlighting the elements
used by artists and what this contributes to our understanding of
Christmas. 239-765-8162

BAY OAKS SOCIAL SENIORS -
DOLLAR DAYS AT THE DOG TRACK
11am-4pm. $7/members; $9/nonmembers.
239-765-4222


Saturday, Jan 18th

PURPLE POWER ZUMBATHON
1-3pm, Chapel by the Sea. Join Team Chapelʼs marathon of fun
and exercise to raise your heart rate while raising funds to fight
cancer. Wear purple. Benefits Relay for Life. $10.

MEDIEVAL FAIRE
9am-6pm. Lakes Park. 7330 Gladioulus Drive.

FLORIDA FOSSILING
10:30am, Beach Library. Talk and visual presentation by Dr. Charles
O'Connor as he shares insights on locating and recognizing fossils.
Includes photos and specimens. 239-765-8162


Featured Listing:

725 Matanzas Ct.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
Public Remarks: Matanzas House'' On Fort Myers Beach overlooking Matanzas Pass, is the most prestigious bay front home on the Island. Phenomenal views 24 hours a day. This Bay Front home on Fort Myers Beach has it all. 140 foot dock with 16,000 lb. lift on side canal. 240 feet of waterfront , a 90 foot fishing pier out front on the bay. 5 bedrooms 4.5 baths (2 master suites, 2 (2 car) garages, must see custom swim out pool and spa. Complete Gourmet kitchen, with all gas appliances. Soaring ceilings, top of the line fixtures. Cornerless glass sliding doors, with hurricane impact glass, over looking the Matanzas Pass and Bay, and half acre of fully landscaped mature native planting. Also Includes elevator, Central Vac, security system & sound system. No expense was spared building this unique home. Floor Plan, site plan, house plans and survey are available. Furnishings are negotiable.  For more information regarding this property:  http://www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com/default-property-search/listing-details/725-Matanzas-Ct/Fort-Myers-Beach/Fl/33931/Listing-201320235/38955703/http://www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com/default-property-search/listing-details/725-Matanzas-Ct/Fort-Myers-Beach/Fl/33931/Listing-201320235/38955703/

For Waterfront Property Sales on Fort Myers Beach:

Phillip Babcock

Century 21 TriPower Reality 239-994-4572

Follow this link to search for all properties for sale in South West Florida:

www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com   

  For a free evaluation of your home or condo current value go to www.FreeFortMyersHomeValues.com you will receive 3 recent property sales and 3 current properties for sale, and the current market value of your property .Receive a Free Home Warranty, value $450.00, with each property purchase or listing above $150,000

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1st 2014 Edition

Happy New Year, everyone! January is the perfect time to be on Fort Myers Beach. With the holidays over, it's time to relax and have fun in paradise, and it doesn't matter whether you are visiting or local, there are plenty of things going on this month to get anyone in the mood for some FUN on Fort Myers Beach!!

 

Hertz Breaks Ground on Its Global Headquarters in Estero, Florida

The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) today held a groundbreaking ceremony for its state-of-the-art global headquarters to be located at the intersection of U.S. Route 41 and Williams Road in Estero, Florida. The project is expected to create an estimated 400 headquarter jobs to be filled locally, and approximately 300 positions to be filled by Hertz employees relocating to the Estero area upon its completion in 2015.   

To read more:  http://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20131126-908750.html

 

For more information about Fort Myers Beach: http://www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com/

 

Here are some great events happening all month long

 

FORT MYERS BEACH COMMUNITY POOL
2600 Oak Street. Open MO, WE & FR 11am-6pm; SA 10am-6pm
SUN noon-6pm. 463-5759

FORT MYERS BEACH ART ASSOCIATION GALLERY
Located at the corner of Donora
and Shell Mound. Abstract Expressionist
Exhibit runs until Jan 17. Winter Juried Show opens Jan. 19, reception Jan. 26. Hours: MON-SAT, 10am – 3pm, SUN, Noon-3pm. 463-3909.

BAY OAKS RECREATIONAL CAMPUS
Membership is free for all island
residents. Open MO-SA with activities for individuals and families.
Adult Basketball League plays on Monday nights, taking registration
until 1/13 with games to begin on 1/27. Pick up a newsletter for a
daily list of activities, or call 239-765-4022 for more information.
 

HISTORIC COTTAGE
Island museum located at 161 Bay Rd, at the entrance to Matanzas
Pass Preserve, houses a collection of artifacts, photos and
memorabilia of life on Estero Island. Open WE and SA10am-Noon.

MOUND HOUSE
Estero Island's oldest standing structure sits on a 2,000 year old
Calusa Indian Mound. Hours are TU, WE and SA from 10am-2pm.
Last tour leaves at 1:30pm. 239-765-0865
 

FORT MYERS BEACH LIBRARY
Books, newspapers, magazines, WI-Fi, Lots to see and do. Visitor card available. MO & WE, 9am-7:30pm; TU, TH & FR 9am-5pm; SAT 9am-1pm.
 

BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATER
“South Pacific” runs until Feb. 15.
“Nana's Naughty Knickers” opens Jan. 16 and runs until Mar. 15th..
For tickets, times and information, call 239-278-4422.

 

 

For Waterfront Property Sales on Fort Myers Beach:

Phillip Babcock

  Century 21 TriPower Reality 239-994-4572

Follow this link to search for all properties for sale in South West Florida:

www.fortmyersbeachwaterfront.com   

  For a free evaluation of your home or condo current value go to www.FreeFortMyersHomeValues.com you will receive 3 recent property sales and 3 current properties for sale, and the current market value of your property .Receive a Free Home Warranty, value $450.00, with each property purchase or listing above $150,000

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