KOVELS: ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
A sofa created for private conversations
A “tete-a-tete” is a private conversation between two people. The word is French and means “head to head” or “private conversation.” In the late 1800s, furniture designers created a sofa by that name. Two seats were joined together in an S-shape so the seated people faced each other. The pair could lean a bit and have a confidential conversation. Full Story
Bird expert engages army of citizen researchers
Rick Bonney, director of program development and evaluation at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, will make a special guest appearance to speak about “Birds of the Florida Gulf Coast: What Does the Future Hold?” at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 18, in the “Ding” Darling education center. Full Story
NFM to elect mayor over barbecue
The North Fort Myers Honorary Mayor event is the town’s most anticipated community event as well as its largest fundraiser. This year, the downhome venue at Maranatha Gardens calls to the entire community to be a part of this celebration from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 26. Full Story
FGCU Expo showcases graduate programs
Florida Gulf Coast University invites prospective students to attend the Graduate Studies Spring Expo open house to learn about post-baccalaureate study opportunities from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, in the Student Union ballroom. Full Story
Expert discusses polar ice in a changing climate
BIG ARTS will host Dr. Waleed Abdalati, director of the earth science and observation center at the University of Colorado and a global leader in earth science research, to lecture at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 24. Full Story
Herb day sale, lessons set
Learn how to grow herbs in Southwest Florida from the experts and from your neighbors. Some herbs have specific seasons while others prefer year-round exposure. The Lee County Full Story
This week on WGCU TV
. THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 8 P.M.
The Big Band Years
A mix of vintage live, rare and unreleased footage of bands and vocalists from the 1930s and ’40s. Peter Marshall hosts.
. FRIDAY, MARCH 12, 8:30 P.M.
Connect! Community Character
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Caregivers for Alzheimer’s victims get answers
The Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center holds an educational series for caregivers during the month of April. “Caring Across Generations” features workshops on issues such as being an informed caregiver, making sense of legal matters, making the most of your money, and considering medical care throughout the illness. Full Story
Two lives saved, 16 men honored
The Lee County Port Authority recognized 16 individuals with Phoenix Awards at a recent meeting of its management committee. The award is recognized nationally and given to rescuers in acknowledgement of their efforts in saving the life of an individual in full cardiac or respiratory arrest. Full Story
Lecture discusses prostate health
Glance at just about any list of top men’s health concerns and you’ll most likely find several pertaining to the prostate. The walnut-sized organ is often the source of medical problems ranging from lack of urinary control to impotence. Dr. Full Story
Event celebrates completion of transition facility at shelter for teen mothers
Our Mother’s Home, a shelter for unwed mothers, will hold a community open house event from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 14, to mark the grand opening of its Transition Home. The facility is designed to provide the support needed by residents of Our Mother’s Home who have aged out of the foster care system. Full Story
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