GOING GREEN: WHAT DOES IT EVEN MEAN
In an attempt to track down a recent copy of Consumer Reports at a local library, the reference desk aide wondered what search term to plug into the computer. She was looking for an article on solar hot water heaters, as it wasn’t available free online.
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Di’s dresses coming to Naples
The von Liebig preparing for dresses fit for a princess
She was the people’s princess, and more than a decade after her death, Princess Diana lives on in the minds and hearts of people around the world. Full Story
Bell Tower Shops holds Hanukkah celebration
Area residents are invited to participate in the Grand Hanukkah Celebration at Bell Tower Shops newly renovated Center Court from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. Full Story
Magic Show at Arcade Theatre benefits Harry Chapin Food Bank
A magical evening of entertainment and laughs will be provided by the area’s most talented magicians during the Fort Myers Magicians Association ninth annual Christmas Magic Show on Monday, Dec. 14. The fun evening will be presented at the Arcade Theatre in downtown Fort Myers, 2267 First Street. Full Story
Woof Gang Bakery unleashes new store in Estero
Woof Gang Bakery, the nation’s fastest growing gourmet dog treat bakery and retail store franchise, has opened its newest location at 20301 Grande Oak Shoppes, Suite 114, Estero. Full Story
‘Mimi’s Memory’ strikes again: Gold coin a welcome boost to kettle drive
The workers at The Salvation Army feel their hearts beat a little faster this time of the year. Each morning the famous question is asked, “Has it come in yet?” This year, the workers are not only asking because it stirs a little excitement around the office but because they know the kettle totals are significantly lagging behind last year’s totals. Full Story
Holiday Nights brighten December at Edison & Ford Winter Estates
December at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates is highlighted with Edison & Ford Holiday Nights, the return of Creative Cottage, and Artists and Authors Night as well as a variety of other special programs throughout the month.
The December schedule of programs and events includes: Holiday Party,
6 p.m. Dec. 10
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School of Education approved as first ‘school’ within Edison College
The Edison State College Board of Trustees unanimously approved the creation of a School of Education at its November meeting. Full Story
This season, concentrate on what can be, not on what should be
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… or at least, it should be. Although the holiday season is typically filled with lots of joyful events and traditions, it can be a rather sad and depressing time for some. Full Story
This week on WGCU TV
. THURSDAY, DEC. 10, 8 P.M.
The Big Band Years
This swinging retrospective features the songs that brought the country through the 1930s and World War II, and kick-started the baby boom. Peter Marshall hosts.
. FRIDAY, DEC. 11,
8:30 P.M.
Connect! Grassroots
Activism
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Children with cancer paint pictures to help their peers
They came into the hospital for chemotherapy, but several local children recently finished their treatment day with paintbrushes and pallets of colorful acrylics, creating original paintings that will be auctioned off to benefit other children with cancer. Full Story
Woman’s Club brings Christmas cheer to two historic homes
The Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club’s annual Holiday House, “A Season of Joy,” is open at the historic Burroughs and Langford Kingston homes in downtown Fort Myers. The cost is $5 for adults; children under 12 are free. Complimentary parking and trolley service are available at the downtown parking garages. Full Story
Local businesses mount up to help Special Equestrians
Southwest Florida businesses have been quick to trot out their wares and their talents in support of Special Equestrians’ annual fundraiser, Taste of Love 7. Full Story
LeeTran unveils first hybrid bus at FGCU
In a ceremony hosted by Florida Gulf Coast University President Wilson G. Bradshaw and FGCU’s Southwest Florida Center for Public and Social Policy, Lee- Tran will introduce its first hybrid bus to the public at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at the Student Union. Full Story
Speakers Assembly welcomes economic expert Alison Fraser
Alison Acosta Fraser, director of the Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies, will discuss “Spending, Taxes and Deficits: How High Can They Go?” at the Speakers Assembly of Southwest Florida on Friday, Dec. 11, at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. Full Story
Carol Sing to help CCMI’s Soup Kitchen feed the hungry
Area residents can celebrate the holidays at an old-fashioned sing-a-long and help feed the hungry at the Holiday Carol Sing Thursday, Dec. 10, at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Fort Myers. Admission is free, but cash donations and canned goods will be accepted for The Soup Kitchen, operated by Community Cooperative Ministries. Full Story
BOOK EVENTS
Children’s book debuts Dec. 9
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Coconut Point hosts ‘Lights of Love’ pet tribute
Coconut Point mall in Estero will host “Lights of Love,” an uplifting candlelight ceremony honoring pets that share in our lives and remembering those no longer with us from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10. Full Story
Support local Make-A-Wish Foundation by writing a letter to Santa
The Make-A-Wish Foundation and Macy’s are working together through Macy’s Believe campaign to collect letters to Santa this holiday season. For each letter that gets dropped off at Macy’s, the store will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Full Story
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