JANUARY ON THE WATER January is our coolest month with water temperature the lowest of the year around Southwest Florida. Just how cold often determines how and where to fish. Over cold and windy days fish head for protected areas like canals, creeks, and deep water on the leeward side of islands. Fishing these areas […]

THE GIRL WITH THE LOUDING VOICE The Gulf Harbour Book Club met on November 3 to discuss The Girl With The Louding Voice and its sequel And So I Roar by Abi Dare. There were over 30 of us in person and on Zoom. I know I say this every month, but she was the […]

NORTHWEST SIDE OF BUILDING As with any renovation of this scale, there are moments that feel fast and exciting, and others that feel slow and disruptive. We are definitely in the “everything at once” phase right now: demolition, site work, utilities, logistics, and planning all intersecting at once. One notable change is in staffing. Our […]

This year, ArtFest Fort Myers is launching a VIP experience unlike anything we’ve ever done before – a fully curated, multi-destination adventure designed to immerse you in the very best of art, flavor, and sound. This first-of-its-kind concept transforms the VIP weekend into A Vibe Voyage – a progressive journey through three iconic riverfront destinations, […]

’TIS THE SEASON OF TAKING FOR SCAMMERS You’re probably getting emails, texts, and calls asking for end-of-year donations. It’s the season of giving, after all. Scammers know this is a popular time to donate, so they’re out there, too, trying to trick people into giving to them instead of a real charity. To make sure […]

The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We normally meet on the fourth Thursday of each month. Our December meeting will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn (Captiva Ballroom), 12600 University Drive, Fort Myers 33908, corner of College Parkway at the Summerlin Road […]

The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, December 11 at 11:30 a.m. Our program will be a presentation about the Gulf Coast Humane Society’s Silver Paws VIP Program. Deadline to reserve for this event is Tuesday, December 2. Our program on Thursday, January 8, 2026 will feature Victoria Staryk, Crime […]

THE HOMES AND GARDENS AT EDISON AND FORD WINTER ESTATES ARE DECORATED WITH THOUSANDS OF LIGHTS FOR THE 50TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY NIGHTS CELEBRATION. On Friday, November 28 at 5:30 p.m., Edison and Ford Winter Estates will kick off the 50th annual Holiday Nights celebration. Guests will have an opportunity to participate in the countdown with […]