COMES TO BROADWAY PALM IN FORT MYERS
he rehearsal room explodes h waj with joyful song, the young actors energetically dancing, jumping and throwing their h hands up into the air. "Here and now it's time for celebration/I finally figured it out/That all our dreams have no limitations/That's what it's all about," they belt out. Full Story
WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO
This week's theater High School Musical - Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre will present Disney's "High School Musical," playing July 31 through Sept. 20. This is the first production in Broadway Palm's Sweet 16th Season. The Emmy awardwinning "High School Musical" quickly became a world-wide phenomenon after its 2006 debut on the Disney Channel. Full Story
Nine (& ½) things I love about 'Mad Men'
I'm just mad about "Mad Men." And I know I'm not the only one. The AMC dramatic series, adored by viewers and critics alike, began its second season this week. The show has already received two Golden Globes and a Peabody, and has been nominated for 16 Emmys. Full Story
The ins and outs of working with a consultant
GIVING
OK, so maybe you read my article last month about capacity-building and started thinking about the nonprofits that you work for or volunteer for, perhaps as a board member. And maybe, just maybe, you started thinking about ways that your nonprofit could operate more effectively and efficiently, which is especially critical in these tough economic times. Full Story
The Dark Knight
GRADE: A
Running Time: 152 minutes MPAA rating: PG-13 I've watched "The Dark Knight" three times, and I'm still not sure how I feel about it. It's either the best movie of the year, or a muddled mess that's overshadowed by a bravura performance by Heath Ledger. Full Story
Sarasota attractions offering special prices for Florida residents
Sarasota, renowned for being Florida's cultural coast, is offering its second annual "30 Days of Discovery" promotion. The promotion invites Florida residents to experience eight of Sarasota's attractions in September and enjoy substantial savings through a special "buy one, get one free" offer on admission. Full Story
Austenland
By Shannon Hale (Bloomsbury USA, $12.99)
Jane has decided to break up with Mr. Darcy. She has yet to meet a real-life man who can compare to the fictional romantic idol, hero of Jane Austen's classic "Pride and Prejudice." Her constant rewatchings of the miniseries have devolved into an addiction so embarrassing to Jane that she keeps the discs hidden in a potted plant. Full Story
Art of the Olympians: Let the games begin
The Art of the Olympians will host a celebration at The Venu on First Street in downtown Fort Myers on Friday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. to promote the fusion of the sport and art worlds. Full Story
FM fiber artists to exhibit work at Massachusetts festival
Linda Engelbrecht of Fort Myers will exhibit her work "Blue and Yellow China" at the Lowell Quilt Festival, a citywide celebration of quilt art, in Lowell, Mass. on Aug. 7-10. Full Story
Summer adult classes at the von Liebig Art Center
The Naples Art Association at the von Liebig Art Center announces its adult studio art classes for August and September. The classes are offered on weekday mornings and afternoons and on Saturday mornings. To learn more or register, call (239) 262-6517 x102. Full Story
Woodcarving exhibit at Cape Library
The Friends of the Cape Coral Library has a new exhibit, which runs Aug. 1 through Sept. 11. The Gallery, located at the Cape Coral Library, 921 SW 39th Terrace, off Mohawk Boulevard, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The new exhibit will feature Jose Talavera of Cape Coral. Full Story
Sugarland to headline second annual Lakeside Country Bash
Outdoor country concert to benefit park foundation
Country music sensation Sugarland will headline the second annual "Sam Galloway Ford Lakeside Country Bash" at Lakes Park on Nov. 8. The Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation, Lee County Parks and Recreation and Gator Country 101.9 FM are planning the outdoor concert with international concert promoter AEG Live. Full Story
Art League of Fort Myers hosting summer show
The Art League of Fort Myers will host an opening night reception for its new show, "Artist's Choice," on Friday, Aug. 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the league gallery and gift shop located at 1451 Monroe Street in the downtown River District. Admission is free and all are invited. Full Story
Summer concert series continues through August
Free event in Fort Myers River District
The Fort Myers Redevelopment Agency will continue its free summer concert series in the Fort Myers River District through August. The Friday Night Live concerts are held Friday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. at Patio de Leon. Full Story
Edison Celebration of Art announces board members
Edison Celebration of Art, Inc. has kicked off organizational efforts for its sixth annual outdoor arts festival with new board members. The organization's founder, Deborah Kelly, is president and chair of sponsorship committee; Marcy Meiburger is treasurer and chair of logistics committee; Carol Orr Hartman is secretary and media and marketing committee member. Full Story
Imaginarium celebrating birthday event
Join the celebration as the Imaginarium turns 13 years old on Saturday, Aug. 23 at 11 a.m. The festivities begin with special activities throughout the day that include live animal demonstrations, a special super science show, face painting, make-and-take activities, radio remotes and much more. Full Story
"Night at the Museum" series starts with back-to-school author
It's hard work making history - especially when your project is top secret, takes place in an abandoned tower and, happens in Miami. But that's exactly what six teenagers attempt to do in a new young adult thriller, "Southern Mischief" by Elaine Schiller- August. Full Story
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