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Crown Colony Golf & Country Club, Art Show, Fort Myers

Last evening Crown Colony Golf & Country Club held another wonder event at the club house. This Wednesday was an Art Show provided by local artiest in the community. The work was wonderful, there is an extraordinary amount of talent living in the Crown Colony Golf & Country Club in Fort Myers. Over 20 artiest ranging from photography, painting and pencil drawings filled the club house. This it the third year and the event seems to becoming more and more popular. Click below to some of the art work.

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Congratulations on Two Tickets to the Moody Blues

Congratulations Jonelle Durazzo! You are the winner of the Daily.com drawing! You will be enjoying the MOODY BLUES from the 4th row Center! Thanks for signing up and sending your information! Be sure to take a lot of pictures and send them our way so we can share them with everyone!

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Tutankhamun: Wonderful Things from the Pharaoh’s Tomb. Southwest Florida Museum of History, Downtown Fort Myers

Discover the mysteries and treasures of ancient Egypt when King Tut is resurrected at the Southwest Florida Museum of History in the much-anticipated exhibit, Tutankhamun: Wonderful Things from the Pharaoh’s Tomb, now open.

Journey into King Tut’s tomb and allow hieroglyphs to serve as your guide.  See more than 100 spectacular authentic replicas of his stunning funerary mask, mummification couch, weapons, tools, and more, that were placed within the tomb to help meet the Boy King’s post-mortem needs on his journey to the afterlife.  Learn the story and explore the mystery surrounding the youngest and most recognizable pharaoh ever unearthed in Egypt.  Majesty and mystery unfold in this astonishing exhibit presenting faithfully-reproduced replicas of original artifacts that will never be seen outside Egypt.

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Win Tickets to the Moody Blues NOW!

Win Tickets to the MOODY BLUES NOW from the Daily.com. Deadline is tomorrow at noon! We are giving away two tickets to the MOODY BLUES tomorrow, March 10th. All you have to do is sign up for our email on your left by clicking the “Get The Daily” button or click here NOW! Once you are signed up, scroll down our site and you’ll see the “Contact Us” on your left side. Fill in your name and phone number, we will call you if your the winner! You have to both steps to win! We are accepting emails now until noon! At 1:00pm on March 10th, we will call the lucky person! Act fast and get two tickets provided by The Daily.com! One email address per person, tell your friends and family to sign up now!

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Crowne Plaza Fort Myers FL Hotel, Fort Myers Accommodation

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Fort Myers Crowne Plaza for three nights. I had a lot of business to take care of and the Fort Myers Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Lee County. It took me less than 10 minutes to Downtown Fort Myers, 5 Minutes to Cape Coral and hardly anything to the beach. Crowne Plaza is located in the Bell Tower Shops, so I just walked over to all of the restaurants and stores, it was great. While staying there I got a great room with a wonderful view of the pool, it was where I spent my afternoons after working out in their fitness room. The accommodation provides wireless Internet and a business room with large screen computers and a comfortable work environment. Very helpful when having to respond to tons of emails! Overall, I would recommend the Crowne Plaza to everyone who is looking for a place in town to stay! I was able to complete a great deal of work and be totally comfortable while doing so!

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Some of the Best Fort Myers Servers

Stop in to see these servers and get a Free bud draft by 3:30pm!

The Alliance of the Arts, Fort Myers, Rhythm in Motion, The Foundation of Lee County Public Schools

The 2010 Ballroom Dance Showcase “And The Award Goes To…. ” Presented by Rhythm in Motion and partnered with The Foundation of Lee County Public Schools. Last evenings charity benefited the Dancing Classrooms in Lee County. Rhythm In Motion of Cape Coral hosted The Alliance of the Arts which had cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction. Then a Performance by Rhythm In Motion’s Students and Staff with special guest appearances by our local Participating Dancing Classroom Students from Edgewood Academy, Tice, J. Colin English, Franklin Park, Bonita Springs, and Spring Creek Elementary Schools. Amazing Photography Credit: Ryan Harris.

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Irish Fest 2010, Fort Myers

It was that time of the year again, Irish Fest 2010! One of our photographers, Cameron Michael was there taking photos of the great Irish event! The weather seemed to perfect for the fest, the sun was out and the spirits were high! Click below to see more photos of yesterday!

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Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair 2010

This week has been the famous Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair 2010. Rides, food and tons of entertainment, that’s what we saw at this years fair held at the Lee Civic Center. This was the 86 year that this fair has been going on and it is easy to see why, it was as if everyone in town had enjoyed the fair for at least one day! If you were there and have pictures of your own, send them our way so we can share them!

The Best Fort Myers Wildlife Photographer, Terry Waldorf

The Best Fort Myers Wildlife Photographer, Terry Waldorf. Above is one of Terry Waldorf’s amazing photos captured in the waters of Southwest Florida! How does he do it? I wish I knew because he has a special ability to take pictures of the most amazing things at the most amazing times!

Fort Myers & Cape Coral Entertainment

The Leapin Lizard in Cape Coral has a Tail Twistin Country event Every Tuesday with DJ John and FREE Line Dance lessons from 7-8pm.  They also have drink specials and a full menu of savory island food. People enjoyed dancing, music and great food and drinks! Click below to see more photos of this Fort Myers & Cape Coral Entertainment from photographer John Michaels.

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SWFL Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Fort Myers, Network Luncheon

The SWFL Hispanic Chamber of Commerce network luncheon at the Olive Garden in Cape Coral on 03-02-2010. They meet there once a month.  They have lunches in Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Bonita and Naples. The events facilitate 100% networking and a great venue to promote your business.  The way the meeting works is that the microphone will be passed around. In 30 seconds or less, you tell us your name, who you are with and who a good referral for you is. They offer the opportunity to sponsor this lunch.  For only $40, your logo and information is sent to over 3,000 people, you have the option to display/distribute material as well as speak for 3-4 minutes.  Limit one per lunch. Please see any ambassador to schedule your sponsorship or contact the chamber directly at http://hispanicchamberflorida.org/

Visit the chambers website for more information and a schedule of Great networking events!

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Crown Colony Golf & Country Club, Fort Myers

Justin Sileo was behind the piano last night at Crown Colony Golf & Country Club in Fort Myers. Crown Colony holds all sorts of fun entertainment on Wednesdays evening. Everyone seemed to be in a great mood while listening to the very talented college student while taking a break from his studies in Boston. Click below to see more photos of the wonderful evening at Crown Colony.

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Crowne Plaza Fort Myers, Red Sox, Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County

Every year the Boston Red Sox team up with Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County to put on a spectacular event. For the 5th year in a row, the event was held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Fort Myers, FL. The evening was a huge success, people from all over Lee county showed up to Crowne Plaza for autographs, pictures and the company of several Red Sox players and staff. We were there to take pictures of the great event. Click below to see the Red Sox and the people responsible for the wonderful night!

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Fort Myers, 2010 Greek Fest

For 35 years, Greek Fest has entertained Lee County with a glorious display of sights, sounds and tastes of Greece. Families enjoyed the food, the gifts, colorful dancers, and authentic Greek music, curiosity or just plain delight! We at the FortMyersDaily and everyone else experienced the warmth and generosity that have been the hallmarks of the Greek culture. Click below for our photos of the Greek Fest 2010.

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Fort Myers Wildlife, Bats

The other day we went out and took some photos of bats at this Fort Myers house. When the sun goes down, the bats leave their home and we were able to snap some pictures!

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Fort Myers & Cape Coral Entertainment

Here is what was happening earlier this week at Cape Coral’ s Leapin Lizard Tail Twistin Tuesday. People enjoyed dancing, music and great food and drinks! Click below to see more photos of this Fort Myers & Cape Coral Entertainment from photographer John Michaels. Stop by next tuesday to see John Michaels in action!

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4th Annual Play for Pink Golf event at Crown Colony Golf & Country Club, Fort Myers Golfing

Yesterday was the Play P.I.N.K at the Crown Colony Golf & Country Club. Pink was the overwhelming color du jour. Be sure to click below to see one of the biggest golf events at Crown Colony. The ladies dressed in pink enjoyed a luncheon at the club while the men ate at Arizona Pizza Company. All donations go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation as all administrative expenses are paid by the Bloomberg Organization and gifts provided by Estee Lauder and Wilson Sporting Goods.

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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LEE COUNTY OFFER TOURS TO LOCAL COMMUNITY, PART OF “BE GREAT” CAMPAIGN

Tours Kick Off at Pueblo Bonita Location!

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County are excited to introduce their new campaign “Take a Tour Tuesday,” where anyone from the community can come see the clubs in action and kids participating in youth after school programs.

Tours are available by appointment during the months of February, March and April beginning at 4:00 p.m. Tours can be scheduled for the Lee County Clubs during the following dates: Pueblo Bonito Unit between February 23 and March 30, Barrett Park Unit between March 2 and April 6, Shady Oaks Unit between March 9 and April 13, Stars Complex between March 16 and April 20, and Suncoast Unit between March 23 and April 27. Addresses for all the locations are available online at www.bgclc.net.

“Many people have heard our organization’s name, but don’t know what we do, explained Karen Debitetto, Director of Individual Giving for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County. “This is an opportunity for them to see firsthand.”

To schedule a tour, please contact Karen Debitetto at 239-334-1886 x3 or kdebitetto@bgclc.net.

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Local Volunteers Leaving for Haiti, Looking for More Supplies

If you can help out, please contact: 239-848-5533 Elke Podlasek

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The Best Fort Myers Wildlife Photographer, Terry Waldorf

The Best Fort Myers Wildlife Photographer, Terry Waldorf. Above is one of Terry Waldorf’s amazing photos captured in the waters of Southwest Florida! How does he do it? I wish I knew because he has a special ability to take pictures of the most amazing things at the most amazing times!

Fort Myers Florida Weekly Wrap Up from the FortMyersDaily.Com

Fort Myers Florida Weekly Wrap Up from the FortMyersDaily.Com. It truly has been a great week to be in and around Fort Myers, this week. Below, we are taking a look back at what events we covered at the Fort Myers Daily. Take some time and enjoy!

• Feb 21 - Richmond Heights Chapter Red Hat Society, Southwest Florida, Fort Myers
• Feb 20 - HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF FORT MYERS, BIKE NIGHT & CONCERT
• Feb 19 - Fort Myers Bell Tower Shops, United Way, Fashion Show
• Feb 19 - Cypress Lake Country Club, 50th Anniversary, Fort Myers Golfing
• Feb 18 - Sea Turtles, Fort Myers Beach
• Feb 18 - Budweiser Clydesdale Horses, Fort Myers Harley, Fort Myers FL
• Feb 17 - Bistro 41, Fort Myers Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers Restaurant
• Feb 16 - Fort Myers, Fort Myers Vacation
• Feb 15 - Edison Light Festival, BED RACE, Downtown Fort Myers
• Feb 15 - Edison Light Festival, BED RACE, Downtown Fort Myers

Richmond Heights Chapter Red Hat Society, Southwest Florida, Fort Myers

The Miami-Dade Richmond Heights Chapter Red Hat Society, Sophisticated Sables visited Fort Myers/Lehigh Acres as the guest of Rev. Benjamin  & Minnie Hooks on February 13-14, 2010. Minnie Hooks is a member of the chapter. The eighteen women came with the idea of having fun and enjoying Southwest Florida outstanding hospitality. They had lunch, a fish fry and games at the Hooks’ home in Lehigh Acres.The Red Hatters shopped at Coconut Point Mall, visited Miromar Outlet, attended church at St. John First Missionary Baptist Church and enjoyed lunch on Valentine’s at The Elephant Bar at The Edison Mall. These Red Hatters are very serious about their group objectives to enjoy each other socially, and to live life to it’s fullest together spiritually.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF FORT MYERS, BIKE NIGHT & CONCERT

All Proceeds to Benefit Blessings in a Backpack

Harley-Davidson/Buell of Fort Myers hosted a bike night and live concert, last night. All draft beers and sodas will be $1 each with donations requested for all food items. All proceeds will go directly to Blessings in a Backpack.

It happened from 6:00 until 10:00 p.m. Bike nights are a monthly activity, the next one schedule for March 19^th in Naples. The local H.O.G. chapter help coordinate the event with water, beer and soda stations as well as hot dogs for guests to choose from.

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Fort Myers Bell Tower Shops, United Way, Fashion Show

Last evening at the Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers was a fashion show for the United Way. The event was a huge success as people enjoyed music, models and food! Click below to see all of the photos we took while at the Bell Tower Shops. The Fort Myers shops changed completely into a amazing run way in the middle  of the walk way while over one hundred people were there to support a good cause.

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Cypress Lake Country Club, 50th Anniversary, Fort Myers Golfing

Cypress Lake Country Club, the second oldest club in Fort Myers, just celebrated 50 years in Southwest Florida. Founded by some of golf’s greats like Patty Berg and Gene Sarazan, the club has been and continues to be host to numerous golf pros. The course and club opened for play on February 22, 1961 with just nine holes, but by July 1962 all eighteen holes were open. In 1966 it was declared fully playable and named among the 200 toughest courses in the United States by Golf Digest. Just six short years later, it became fully private in May 1972. Fast forward a bit and in 2001, Ron Garl, the creative and prolific course architect oversaw the renovation of the course. Maximizing the unique characteristics of the natural landscape and course, Garl’s work truly reflected the original style Wilson employed when constructing it. Legends once walked the course which was designed in 1959 by Dick Wilson. Originally in the outskirts of town, the golf course is now considered conveniently located, in South Fort Myers, drawing members from all over Southwest Florida and beyond, with members from 29 states.

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Sea Turtles, Fort Myers Beach

Someone sent us a picture of these Sea Turtles that were on Fort Myers Beach (this may or may not be real). Only if I could have been there, it would be the most exciting moment of my life!

Budweiser Clydesdale Horses, Fort Myers Harley, Fort Myers FL

Kids, Families Welcome to Enjoy FREE Photos & Performance

Harley - Davidson of Fort Myers is hosting the world-renowned Budweiser Clydesdales on Friday, February 19th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at their location on Colonial Boulevard. Offering free photos for children with the horses, they will also be doing a performance in the lot for all to enjoy. The world-famous eight-horse hitch is a spectacle to see and everyone is invited to come enjoy this unique, family-friendly opportunity.

If you are an animal lover, you got to check these horses out!

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Bistro 41, Fort Myers Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers Restaurant

Come out to Bistro 41 in the Bell Tower Shops. Jordan’s Skinny Mixes cocktail introduction from 5-7. Come out and enjoy some drinks and stay for some food.

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Fort Myers, Fort Myers Vacation

If you are planning a little get away soon, check out Fort Myers! The weather is perfect this time of year, its not humid and it is in the high 80’s! Click here for some places to stay and some great deals on your next Fort Myers Vacation.

Edison Light Festival, BED RACE, Downtown Fort Myers

Sunday was the famous Bed Race held downtown Fort Myers and our photographer, Cameron Michael was there to cover it. Click below to check the Edison Light Festival event. The day was extremely fun and everyone seemed to have a GREAT time! This is the only day that Beds with wheels took over the streets of downtown Fort Myers.

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Edison Light Festival, BED RACE, Downtown Fort Myers

If you were downtown Fort Myers yesterday, you might have noticed the Bed Race! It would be hard not to see it! The Edison Light Festival included a junior run for the kids and a junior parade. After that the children events, the Bed Race took place. Here is a picture of the winners from photographer Lex Campanella.

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Fort Myers Florida Weekly Wrap Up from the FortMyersDaily.Com

Fort Myers Florida Weekly Wrap Up from the FortMyersDaily.Com. It truly has been a great week to be in and around Fort Myers, this week. Below, we are taking a look back at what events we covered at the Fort Myers Daily. Take some time and enjoy!

• Feb 14 - Inaugural Piper 5K, Fort Myers Benefit, The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida
• Feb 13 - Gopher Tortoise, Florida Wildlife
• Feb 12 - Edison Light Festival, BED RACE, Downtown Fort Myers
• Feb 11 - Space Shuttle Endeavour Launch
• Feb 11 - Fort Myers Wildlife, Florida Bird
• Feb 10 - Yappy Hour & Bowl Stroll, Fort Myers Attraction, Bell Tower Shops
• Feb 09 - What was your favorite Super Bowl commercial Fort Myers?
• Feb 08 - Fort Myers 2010 Art Fest, Downtown Fort Myers, Fort Myers Attractions
• Feb 08 - Birthday Spent in Fort Myers, Happy Birthday from the FortMyersDaily!
• Feb 08 - Superbowl Sunday, Shoeless Joe’s, Fort Myers Sports & Restaurant
• Feb 07 - FORT MYERS CONTINUES BIKE NIGHT & CONCERT SERIES, All Proceeds to Benefit Blessings in a Backpack

Inaugural Piper 5K, Fort Myers Benefit, The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida

This weekend was the inaugural Piper 5K in honor of three-year old Piper Buckley. The 5k was a huge success, around 800 runners showed up at the Gateway Community. The event started off with the runners and then the walkers and strollers. After the 5k, people enjoyed live music, food and awards! The proceeds went to benefit the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. The race honored the life and spirit of Piper Lynne Buckley who was born on Oct. 21, 2006 weighing only 3.9 lbs and spent 21 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Children’s Hospital. Piper passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on Christmas Day of 2009 at only three years of age. Piper was the daughter of Realtor and former Florida Everblades star Tom Buckley and Mallie Montgomery retail store owner Heather Holland, both of Fort Myers. Piper served as The Boston Red Sox Children’s Hospital Celebrity Classic’s MVP (Most Valuable Patient) in 2008 which also supported the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Click below to see the photos taken by photographer Cameron Michael. Join the Piper Buckley Foundation Facebook Page.

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gopher tortoise

Gopher Tortoise, Florida Wildlife

The Gopher Tortoise is a cold-blooded reptile that averages 25 cm (10 in.) long and 4 kg (9 lb.) in weight. They are extremely long-lived animals; estimates for wild tortoises range from 40 - 60 years, while tortoises in captivity can live more than 100 years. Their range extends from southeastern Louisiana to southeastern South Carolina and throughout all 67 counties in Florida. The gopher tortoise is federally protected as a threatened species in Florida, where it is listed as a Species of Special Concern by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Click here for more information on the Gopher Tortoise, Florida Wildlife.

Edison Light Festival, BED RACE, Downtown Fort Myers

Looking for something new to do this weekend? Go to downtown Fort Myers for the Edison Light Festival events on Sunday the 14th. There are going to be a lot of  fun activities like junior run for the kids and a junior parade. After that though, around 5pm, there is going to be a BED RACE! Teams have designed beds with wheels and will be racing them in downtown Fort Myers! It is going to be a blast!!! Be sure to spend your Valentines day and afternoon participating in these fun activities or at enjoy being a spectator! See you there! Click here for times and details!

Space Shuttle Endeavour Launch

The space shuttle Endeavour lit up the predawn sky above Florida with a false sunrise early Monday as it soared into orbit like a brilliant, artificial star. Endeavour roared into space at 4:14 a.m. from a seaside pad at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center after a one-day delay due to low clouds. The launch was expected to be the last time a NASA shuttle blasted off at night. If you were able to take any photos of Endeavour from Fort Myers, send them our way!

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Fort Myers Wildlife, Florida Bird

This great photo was sent to us by the Kirt family, they were fishing off of thier friends dock and got a couple shots of this pelican swimming by the mangroves! Thanks for sending your photo in guys!

Yappy Hour & Bowl Stroll, Fort Myers Attraction, Bell Tower Shops

It’s that time again for one of the best Fort Myers Attraction! Yappy hour at the Fort Myers Bell Tower Shops! We will be there Friday evening to take photos of you and your four legged companion. The event benefits go to the Gulf Coast Humane Society. Click here to see some photos from a previous Yappy Hour!

What was your favorite Super Bowl commercial Fort Myers?

This is one of my favorite Super Bowl Commercials, what is yours? We are taking a poll of peoples favorite commercials aired during the Super Bowl. Send a email telling us!

Fort Myers 2010 Art Fest, Downtown Fort Myers, Fort Myers Attractions

This weekend was the 2010 Fort Myers Art Fest located downtown Fort Myers. The Fort Myers Attraction brought in over 400 artist booths from all around the world. The historic district of Fort Myers was filled with art and art lovers. Sculptors, paintings and photography was just part of what was shown and offered in this Southwest Florida event. Our photographer, Cameron Michael was out taking photos of his own so those who could not make it out downtown. Besides the art there were a variety events for kids and adults. Click below to check out this weekends Fort Myers Attraction in downtown Fort Myers! Click below to see more photos and sign up for our emails for updates on more events.

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Superbowl Sunday, Shoeless Joe’s, Fort Myers Sports & Restaurant

If you were at Shoeless Joe’s, Fort Myers Sports Restaurant & Bar, you didn’t miss a thing! There are big screen TVs in every foot of the place, you couldn’t turn around without seeing every play! People enjoyed thier wings and drinks as the Saints beat the Colts as the underdogs. Shoeless Joe’s, attached to Crowne Plaza, located in the Bell Tower Shops, was the place to watch Sundays big game. Great food, drinks and sports, Shoeless Joe’s! If you stayed in for the game, send us pictures of your party so we can share them with everyone else! Send us a email of your pictures and sign up for our email list to the left!

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FORT MYERS CONTINUES BIKE NIGHT & CONCERT SERIES, All Proceeds to Benefit Blessings in a Backpack

HARLEY-DAVIDSON/BUELL OF FORT MYERS CONTINUES BIKE NIGHT & CONCERT SERIES

All Food & Drink $1 & All Proceeds to Benefit Blessings in a Backpack

Harley-Davidson/Buell of Fort Myers will be hosting a bike night and live concert, on Friday, February 1^9th asking the community to come out for a good, affordable time. All draft beers and sodas will be $1 each with donations requested for all food items. All proceeds will go directly to Blessings in a Backpack.

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The Big Game, Superbowl Sunday, Shoeless Joe’s

It is Super Bowl Sunday this weekend, what are you going to do? You got to go to Shoeless Joe’s, attached to Crowne Plaza located in the Bell Tower Shops. With tons of flat screen tv’s, Shoeless Joe’s is going to be the place to watch Sundays big game. Great food, drinks and sports, Shoeless Joe’s!

The Inaugural Piper 5K, Newly Established Piper Lynn Buckley Foundation

The inaugural Piper 5K in honor of three-year old Piper Buckley will take place at the Gateway Community on Saturday, Feb. 13, at 9 a.m with proceeds to benefit the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida.

The race will honor the life and spirit of Piper Lynne Buckley who was born on Oct. 21, 2006 weighing only 3.9 lbs and spent 21 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Children’s Hospital. Piper passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on Christmas Day of 2009 at only three years of age. Piper was the daughter of Realtor and former Florida Everblades star Tom Buckley and Mallie Montgomery retail store owner Heather Holland, both of Fort Myers. Piper served as The Boston Red Sox Children’s Hospital Celebrity Classic’s MVP (Most Valuable Patient) in 2008 which also supported the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

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Crowne Plaza Hotel, Fort Myers Accommodations & Hotel

If you have been listening to the radio lately, you know the Bell Tower Shops is going to be the place to be this weekend for the big game. But where are you going to stay while you are celebrating? Check out the Crowne Plaza Hotel, it is one of the nicest Fort Myers Accommodation & Hotel. Book your room today and hang out this weekend at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in the Bell Tower.

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2010 ArtFest, Fort Myers, Big Art Event This Weekend

Fest Fort Myers, Southwest Florida’s premier art festival takes place downtown Fort Myers on February 6 & 7, 2010 from 10 to 5 each day. Each year Fort Myers’ only free, two day art extravaganza, decorates our downtown with exceptional artwork, entertainment and children’s art activities.

Attendees enjoy and purchase artwork in a variety of mediums and prices from nationally recognized artists from across the country and around the world.

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Rainy Weather Creates Fort Myers Rainbow

Rainy Weather Creates Fort Myers Rainbow. Even when the weather is less than perfect, it still is beautiful. Here is a photo of a rainbow sent into us from one of our viewers, taken from the road while driving home from work. Although it was raining yesterday, this weather still beats snow! Thanks for sending the picture in James!

American Lung Association, Launches First Local Stairclimb Event, Fort Myers Fundraising

Following the lead of chapters around the country, the Gulfcoast Chapter of the American Lung Association has replaced its annual 5K walk with the first ever “stairclimb” in Southwest Florida. Registration is underway for the 2010 Fight for Air Climb, scheduled for May 1 at the High Point Place, 2104 West First St. in Fort Myers.

During stairclimbs, participants raise money by collecting pledges to ascend the stairway in a high-rise tower. High Point Place, the tallest building between Tampa and Miami, is donating access to one of its towers for the Fight For Air Climb, and Lee Memorial Hospital is the presenting sponsor.

“We are so excited to bring a stairclimb to Fort Myers and are thrilled with the initial enthusiasm from volunteers and participants registered to climb,” said Kurt Goerke, regional director of the Gulfcoast Chapter of the American Lung Association. “We have groups already training for the stairclimb, and we believe the event will not only be a fundraising success, but will be a lot of fun for our climbers.”

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The 5th Annual Pug Fest, Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers

Our camera man was at The 5th Annual Pug Fest yesterday at the Bell Tower Shops! What a great Sunday, people and pets had a blast! There was an auction for treat baskets, pet photography, grooming certificates and jewelry. The Annual Pug Fest featured a fashion show, a costume contest as well as prizes for the winners. This was extremely successful fundraiser for the Lee County Library Foundation! Photography Credit: Cameron Michael.

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