Calendar of Events SPORTS & FITNESS
Watch the Boston Red Sox run their spring training bases from late February through March at JetBlue Park at Fenway South, in Fort Myers. 239-334-4700 or 877-REDSOX9 (733-7699);
www.RedSox.com.
Te Minnesota Twins also play ball in February and March at the newly renovated CenturyLink Sports Complex in Fort Myers. 1-800-33-TWINS(89467);
www.TwinsBaseball.com.
Summer means Fort Myers Miracle baseball, when this Class A Advanced Affiliate team of the Minnesota Twins pounds the diamond at the CenturyLink Sports Complex, April through September. 239-768-4210;
www.MiracleBaseball.com.
Fast-paced professional hockey hits the ice at Germain Arena when the Florida Everblades, an East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) team, play 36 home games from October through April. 239-948-PUCK (7825) or 800-745-3000;
www.FloridaEverblades.com.
Belvin’s Boot Camp (yoga) is a great outdoor workout at Koreshan State Park from early April through December every weekday (Monday – Friday) 6:30 p.m. All levels are welcome. Weights are provided. Bring water, yoga mat and towel. 239-992-0311;
www.FloridaStateParks.org/ Koreshan.
NATURE
Te Great Calusa Paddling Trail is a 190- mile marked canoe and kayak trail that meanders through the coastal waters and tributaries of Lee County, Florida. It attracts everyone from first time kayakers to advanced paddlers and is home to abundant marine life, shore birds and crustaceans;
www.Calusablueway.com.
Enjoy guided hikes, family nature walks and birding expeditions along the three trail systems at CREW Land & Water Trust. A concert and silent eco-auction enliven CREW’s annual fundraiser. 239-657-2253;
www.CrewTrust.org.
Te College of Life Foundation offers daily kayaking tours on the scenic Estero River, along Estero Bay, and to Mound Key Archeological State Park. All tour guides are CPR-certified kayak instructors. Naturalist-guided hiking tours are also available. Reservations required. 239- 992-2184;
www.CollegeOfLifeFoundation.org.
Lovers Key State Park’s year-round programs include guided beach walks, estuary tours, and fishing and birding clinics. 239-463-4588;
www.FloridaStateParks.org/Park/Lovers-Key.
ART, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT
Te Estero Art League meets for Open Painting each Monday and Tursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. January – May and September -
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www.EsteroChamber.org Estero Community Park
December at the Estero Community Center. Various classes are also available. 239-274-8531;
www.EsteroArtLeague.com.
Art shows and classes, exhibits, films, concerts, live theater and special events fill the calendar year-round at the Center for Performing Arts and the Center for Visual Arts in Bonita Springs. National art festivals are held in January, February and March. Call or visit online for a full schedule. 239-495-8989;
www.ArtCenterBonita.org.
Top entertainers and recording artists appear at Germain Arena. Visit the website for event and ticket information.
www.GermainArena.com.
Live music fills the air at Koreshan State Park most Saturdays and Sundays, January - March at 1 p.m. in the Historic Art Hall, home to an 1885 Steinway piano. 239-992-0311;
www.FloridaStateParks.org/Koreshan.
Te Southwest Florida Symphony, which debuted in 1961, performs a series of Masterworks, Pops and Small Stage Symphonies each season. 239-418-1500;
www.SWFLSO.org.
SHOPPING
Koreshan Sunday Farmer’s Market: Join us in the historic settlement of Koreshans every Sunday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Our Farmer’s Market offers local and organic produce, fresh seafood
and dips, unique crafts, local honey, native plants, handcrafted jewelry, hot crepes and BBQ, beautiful art, and cool gifts! A market pass is $1. 239-992-0311;
www.FloridaStateParks.org/ Koreshan.
Special events and family-friendly entertainment take place throughout the year at area shopping malls. Call or go online for the latest information. Coconut Point 239- 992-9966;
www.ShopCoconutPoint.com; Gulf Coast Town Center 239-267-5107; www.
GulfCoastTownCenter.com; and Miromar Outlets 239-948-3766;
www.MiromarOutlets.com.
EDUCATION
South County Regional Library programs for adults, kids, teens and families include everything from informative exhibits and reading sessions to puppet shows 239-533-4400;
www.LeeLibrary.net.
HISTORY
Koreshan State Park Guided Historic Tours take place January – March: Wednesday- Sunday at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.; April – December: Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m. only. Explore the 19th century religious Koreshan settlement, its structures, and gardens.
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