HAPPY NEW YEAR 01.01.08
It's that time of year again: where we take stock of the old year and vow to make the new one better. It's also a time to drink, party, celebrate, revel, feast, toast, sing and dance. Full Story
Black is back and he's angry
Furious comedian returns to the Mann Hall
Watch comedian Lewis Black onstage and you half expect that at any moment now, his head will explode. His eyes bulge, his voice grows louder, a vein starts pulsing in his temple. He's the Joe Cocker of comics, with his spastic gesturing and herky-jerky movements. His hands twitch. He jabs the air with his index fingers as if poking stupidity in the chest. Full Story
MUSIC SCENE
The Avett Brothers Emotionalism The banjo is a prominent instrument on Avett Brothers records and they have played bluegrass festivals but they have more in common with The Beatles than Bill Monroe. The songs on Emotionalism take a front seat to speedy solos. Full Story
The Lunchbox Theatre is back
Florida Rep's popular children's series opens Jan. 5
Florida Rep's theatre series for children and families is new and improved and ready to take Saturday mornings by storm. The first new feature of Lunchbox Theatre is an expanded schedule. For the first time Florida Rep will offer 18 weeks of family entertainment. Beginning Jan. 5 there will be a performance every Saturday morning until May 10. Full Story
To The Edge of the Stars
By Joyce Henderson (Dorchester. Paperback. $6.99)
Fort Myers author Joyce Henderson has penned a charming romance novel, "To The Edge of the Stars," just out from Dorchester. The novel, an historical, takes place in central Texas in 1870. The heroine is a young woman named Kalen Barrett whose parents were murdered by Indians. Full Story
WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO
This week's theatre Almost Maine - All is not what it seems in this magical new off broadway comedy - Almost Maine, is onstage at the Florida Repertory Theatre until Dec. 23. When the Northern Lights hang over the mythical town of Almost, Maine, its residents find themselves falling in and out of love - in the most unexpected, unusual and hilarious ways. Full Story
BIG ARTS gallery features acrylics and sculpture
The Founders Gallery will open an exhibit of work by Jean Dean and Barbara Balzer Jan. 3 through 30 at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. The artists' reception will be held Saturday, Jan. 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Full Story
How do agencies meet the growing needs in a community?
GIVING
With the ever-increasing population of Lee County, area nonprofit organizations must try to keep up with the growing demand for services. This can create obstacles for the agencies. Most of the nonprofits operate on a very tight budget, with little room for expansion. Full Story
The Golden Compass
GRADE: D
Running Time: 1 hour 53 minutes MPAA rating: PG-13 If it's the holiday season, that means another epic film featuring a little person with an English accent on a magical adventure. This year's offering is "The Golden Compass," a lush, beautifully art directed fantasy that is long on exposition and sadly short on heart. Full Story
Naples Art in the Park features stoneware
Naples' oldest outdoor art festival celebrates its 51st anniversary season of featuring artwork from Naples Art Association members in juried shows the first Saturday of the month from November through April. The next show takes place on Saturday, Jan. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full Story
New Year's Eve: celebrate with the arts
If spending a night in a crowded bar surrounded by drunken strangers isn't your idea of a fun way to spend New Year's Eve, don't despair. Southwest Florida offers a few alternatives for those who'd rather celebrate the arts while ringing in the New Year. Full Story
Fort Myers 'Downtown Countdown' 2007-2008
In a bold show of hubris, downtown Fort Myers will drop its own ball this New Year's Eve, again, putting it in the company of bigger acts like Times Square in New York. Fort Myers, its citizens, employees and business owners, are all preparing for this year's end in their own way. Full Story
New Year's Party Guide
Downtown Fort Myers Downtown Fort Myers River District >>H2 Tapas and Wine Bar on 2214 Bay Street, will ring in the New Year in its prime location in downtown with a live band, champagne, food specials, party favors and, at times, Tom Cruisesque bartending flair. Full Story
Cape rings in New Year Big Apple-style
Traditionally a lighted ball slowly drops to signal the start of the New Year in New York's Times Square. Not to be outdone, Cape Coral's Cape Harbour offers its own dropping ball on New Year's Eve at midnight to signal 2008 has begun. Full Story
Get ready to party the night away
Tips and trends for a new look on New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve is the number one party night of the year. For those of you wanting to look your absolute best, the time to get started prepping is now. "There are several simple and quick things you can do to look ten years younger on New Year's Eve" said Dr. Patrick Flaharty, a facial cosmetic surgeon with Azul Cosmetic Surgery and Medical Spa. Full Story
Champagne showdown: you might be surprised
If you've been thinking about buying some vintage Champagne this holiday season you just might want to reconsider that before smartly snapping your Platinum Amex down on the wine shop's counter. Full Story
Say 'thanks' for education with a scholarship
Over my many years in the banking industry, I have witnessed the generosity of numerous clients as they've made endof year charitable gifts. More recently, as District Chairman of the Edison College Foundation, Inc., I have had the good fortune to see first hand how such gifts are directly affecting the lives of those on the receiving end. Full Story
Janelle McCoy earns prestigious award
Janelle McCoy, mezzo-soprano and artistic director for The Chamber Music Society of Southwest Florida was named recipient of the American Composers Forum Encore Program Award for multiple performances of new music. Encore, the Composers Forum's Performance Incentive Fund, encourages performers to add newly created works by living composers to their repertoires. Full Story
Circus coming to Estero
The Big Top will be at Miromar Outlets in March
Circus Sarasota, with an unparalleled all-star lineup of thrilling circus acts, will perform eight times weekly beginning March 11 at the Circus Sarasota Big Top on the grounds of the Miramar Outlets in Estero. Circus Sarasota is known for bringing international talent and astounding artistry to audiences; including many award-winning artists from around the world. Full Story
Holiday sing nets goods for Soup Kitchen
Residents who attended the Holiday Carol Sing at First Presbyterian Church last week contributed more than 5,000 pounds of canned goods and $4,180 to benefit The Soup Kitchen, operated by Community Cooperative Ministries on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Full Story
Restaurant changes on horizon at Bell Tower Shops
There are big changes afoot restaurantwise around Bell Tower Shops in south Fort Myers. Veteran restaurateur Shannon Yates, who founded first Bacchus, then Cru, at the upscale shopping center, Full Story
Classic Christmas TV Specials Now on DVD
It's my favorite time of year again. The time when all the old Christmas specials get rerun for the umpteenth time. Unfortunately, I can't always be in front of the TV when they air; so thankfully there's the Trusty DVD Player That Saves My Christmas. Full Story
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