Tommy Lee Cook & Friends perform from 3-6 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Buckingham Blues Bar. Free admission; smoking allowed. 5641 Buckingham Road. 693-7111 or www.buckinghambar.com.
THEATER
Sister’s Christmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold – At the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19. $37-$50. 13350 FSW Pkwy. www.bbmannpah.com or 481-4849.
A One-Man Christmas Carol – By Theatre Conspiracy at 8 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16 at the Alliance for the Arts. With only the aid of a steamer trunk, Timur Kocak plays all 24 roles in this 90-minute oneman version of Dickens’ 1843 holiday classic, adapted for the stage by James Rana and Timur Kocak. $25 adults; $11 students. 10091 McGregor Blvd. 939- 2787 or www.ArtInLee.org.
A Christmas Carol – At the BIG ARTS Strauss Theater through Dec. 29. 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 472-6862 or www.bigarts.org.
Off Broadway Palm Theatre presents “A Tuna Christmas” through Dec. 25. 1380 Colonial Blvd. 278-4422 or www.BroadwayPalm.com.
The Last Night of Ballyhoo – By Florida Repertory Theatre through Dec. 17 in the historic Arcade Theatre. 2268 Bay St. 332-4488 or www.floridarepeducation.org.
Night and Day: Love Lost and Found Through the Eyes of Cole Porter – By Florida Repertory Theatre Dec. 22-Feb. 25 in the ArtStage Studio Theater, with previews Dec. 19-21. 2268 Bay St. 332-4488 or www.floridarepeducation.org.
A Tuna Christmas – By Off Broadway Palm Theatre through Dec. 25. 1380 Colonial Blvd. 278-4422 or www.BroadwayPalm.com.
A Christmas Story – By Broadway Palm Theatre through Dec. 25. 1380 Colonial Blvd. 278-4422 or www.BroadwayPalm.com.
Miracle on 34th Street – By The Naples Players through Dec. 23 at Sugden Community Theater. 263-7990 or www.naplesplayers.org.
The Book of Mormon – At Artis— Naples Dec. 19-24. 597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
Me & My Girl – By TheatreZone Jan. 11-21 at G&L Theatre. 13275 Livingston Road. 424-9500 or www.theatrezoneflorida.com.
Charles Ives Take Me Home – By The Naples Players Jan. 17-Feb. 11 at Sugden Community Theater. 263-7990 or www.naplesplayers.org.
SYMPHONY
Holiday Pops – The Southwest Florida Symphony presents “Holiday Pops: A Charlie Brown Christmas” Dec. 14-16. Conducted by the Symphonic Chorale’s music director, Dr. Trent Brown, the concert features the beloved music of the Peanuts© traditional holiday animated TV show, composed by jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi and arranged for orchestra by special guest Jim Martinez. This concert also features performances by the Symphonic Chorale of Southwest Florida. Concerts take place at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Bonita Springs on Dec. 14, BIG ARTS on Sanibel Island on Dec. 15 and at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Dec. 16. Single tickets start at $27 and vary by venue. 418-1500 or www.swflso.org.
Deck The Halls – By Gulf Coast Symphony at 7 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Tickets start at $29. 13350 FSW Pkwy. 481-4849 or gulfcoastsymphony.org/concert/deck-the-halls/.
THURSDAY12.14
Popular Magician – Michael Carbonaro, from TruTV’s “The Carbonaro Effect,” performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW. “Michael Carbonaro Live!” features audience interaction, hilarious video clips and a whirlwind of mindblowing magic performed live on stage. $34-$54. 13350 FSW Pkwy. 481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Music & History – The Friends of the South County Regional Library host Steve Valdespino at 2 p.m. His program features historical images, music and ornamentation for every holiday in the month of December. Included is a humorous examination of the physics of Santa Claus. 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy., Estero. Free admission; registration required: 479-INFO (4636) or www.leelibrary.net.
Holiday Event – The North Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce hosts a Christmas Party & Volunteer Appreciation event from 6-8 p.m. at The Crossings at Hancock Creek. Free admission; hors d’oeuvres and drinks available. 3501 Hancock Bridge Pkwy. RSVP to 997-9111 or 770-1929.
Bike Night – The Shell Factory & Nature Park hosts the inaugural North Fort Myers Bike Night from 5-10 p.m. The event will be held on the first and third Thursdays of the month, featuring live music, a cash giveaway, a Biker BBQ and special drink prices. 2787 N. Tamiami Trl. www.shellfactory.com or 995-2141.
Holiday Music – The BIG ARTS Chorus presents its Holiday Concert at 7 p.m. in Schein Hall. 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. 395-0900 or www.bigarts.org.
Live Music – The Nick Schnebelen Band performs at 8 p.m. at The Barrel Room. 2210 Bay St. 333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.
Comedy Show – Rob Little performs tonight through Saturday at the Laugh In Comedy Café. Show times vary. Tickets start at $20. 8595 College Pkwy. 479- LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.
Live Show – The Frank Torino Show plays from 7-10 p.m. at Parrot Key Caribbean Grill. The show includes oldies, Elvis and classic pop tunes. 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach. www.myparrotkey.com/ or 463-3257.
Comedy Show – Chris Kattan and Friends perform tonight through Saturday at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. Tickets start at $25. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Concert Series – The Bell Tower Shops’ Thursday Night Live Concert Series features Ayla Lynn from 5-7 p.m. Free admission. 489-1221 or www.thebelltowershops.com.
Benefit Event – Bradley’s Jewelers and the SWFL Regional Human Trafficking Coalition host Holiday Cheer fro 6-8:30 p.m. at Bradley’s Jewelers. A luxury gift basket will be raffled off as well as pieces of designer fashion jewelry. Proceeds benefit the coalition. 14261 S. Tamiami Trl., Set 3, 337-2723 or bradley-jewelers.com.
FRIDAY12.15
Music & More – Music Walk runs from 6-10 p.m. in downtown Fort Myers. Local and regional musicians line the streets. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com.
Holiday Classic – The North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts presents “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. $10- $30. 13350 FSW Pkwy. 481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Author Event – Mermaid Salon & Day Spa hosts Lynne Wissink-Tressler, author of “Crazy Bones! The Tale of a Waggy Tail” and an advocate for dog rescue, from 1-4 p.m. for a book signing. 15675 McGregor Blvd. #16. 214-906-0339.
Jazzy Nights – Professor Cunningham and His Old School perform at 8 p.m. at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. The popular New York-based band performs swinging and grooving repertoire deeply steeped in the New Orleans tradition. Cocktails start at 7 p.m. $35 in advance; $40 at the door. 2301 First St. 333-1933 or www.sbdac.com.
Blues Tunes – The Balkun Brothers perform from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at The Barrel Room. $10 cover. 2210 Bay St. 333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.
Concert Series – The Ex-Bachelors perform the best of Motown, Memphis Soul and rock ‘n roll from 6-9 p.m. at Miromar Outlets. www.miromaroutlets.com.
Live Music – Kenny Giordano makes his first solo appearance from 7-10 p.m. at Parrot Key Caribbean Grill. 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach. www.myparrotkey.com or 463-3257.
SATURDAY12.16
Family Film – The Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library presents a family movie at 2 p.m. The film is about a former child star who has grown up to become obsessed with the character he played in the ’80s and who proves to be the hero’s most formidable nemesis to date. 3095 Blount St. 479-INFO (4636) or www.leelibrary.net.
Nature Walk – Lee County’s Conservation 20/20 hosts a guided nature walk from 9-10:30 a.m. at Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve. Volunteer naturalists identify and discuss native plants, wildlife and birds. Bring water bottle, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Free. No registration required. 10130 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers. 204-1125 or www.conservation2020.org.
Mystery Cruise – A special holidaythemed Murder Mystery Cruise on the Salty Sam’s Pirate Cruise runs from 7- 8:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ events/175420876531488/.
Boat Parade – The Holiday Boat-ALong starts at 4 p.m. at Four Freedoms Park, 4818 Tarpon Ct., Cape Coral. 573- 3128.
Music Program – The Americana Community Music Association presents Songwriters at the Library at 2 p.m. at South County Library. Bring blankets or chairs for outside seating. Free admission. 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy., Estero. 691-4069.
Bike Night – Six Bends Harley-Davidson hosts Bike Night from 5-9 p.m. 9501 Thunder Road. 275-4647.
Play Project – The Laboratory Theater of Florida hosts the 24-Hour Playwriting Project at 8 p.m. $10-$23. 1634 Woodford Ave. 218-0481 or www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com.
Beach Yoga – Becky Lang teaches yoga from 8:30-9:30 a.m. every Saturday in December on Fort Myers Beach. The Level One Flow Yoga practice is suitable for most levels and is held on the sand just north of the pier. Bring a yoga mat, sunscreen and water. In the event of inclement weather, cancellation info is posted at beckylang.com. Suggested donation: $10. 791-6538 or beckylang@comcast.net.
Soulful Tunes – The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s Vinyl Vibes Series kicks off with a soulful performance by The Memphis Motown Experience at 8 p.m. Cocktails start at 7 p.m.. $45 general admission; $59 VIP. 2301 First St. www.sbdac.com or 333-1933.
Jazz Brunch – The Barrel Room offers a jazz brunch featuring the Brandon Robertson Duo from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The Balkun Brothers perform from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $5 cover. 2210 Bay St. 333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.
Blues Tunes – Tommy Lee Cook & Friends perform from 3-6 p.m. at the Buckingham Blues Bar. Free admission; smoking allowed. 5641 Buckingham Road. 693-7111 or www.buckinghambar.com.
Live Show – The Frank Torino Show plays from 7-10 p.m. at Parrot Key Caribbean Grill. The show includes oldies, Elvis and classic pop tunes. 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach. www.myparrotkey.com or 463-3257.
Yoga Class – Family yoga with Kathryn starts at 10 a.m. in WINK Playland at Miromar Outlets. The free 45-minute beginners’ yoga class, for is families with toddlers to tweens. Bring your own mat. www.miromaroutlets.com.
SUNDAY12.17
Holiday Program – St. Luke’s Episcopal Church hosts A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, performed by the St. Luke’s Parish Choir and featuring music by Palestrina, Kopylow, Handel, Joubert, Mendelssohn and Arcadelt, plus congregational carols, at 3 p.m. A holiday reception follows. Free and open to the community. 2635 Cleveland Ave. 334- 2479 or saintlukes-fortmyers.org.
Nashville Star – Multi-Platinum MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner performs in concert with special guests A Thousand Horses and Brooke Eden at 5:30 p.m. on Top Rocker Field at Six Bends Harley-Davidson. 9501 Thunder Road. 275- 4647 or morganreneelive.com/site/.
Bluegrass Concert – The Alliance for the Arts presents Bluegrass in the Theatre from 2-5 p.m. Bands include Paddle Faster, Bear Hill Bluegrass and Blast of Grass. $10 at the door or online; children under 12 free. Limited seating. 10091 McGregor Blvd. 939-2787 or www.ArtInLee.org.
Holiday Music – The Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers present “Deck the Halls” at 7 p.m. at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. 13350 FSW Pkwy. www.mastersingersfm.com.
Jazz Brunch – Joe Delaney and Don Mopsick perform from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. during Jazz Brunch at The Barrel Room. R.J. Howson performs from 4-7 p.m. for Americana Sunday. 2210 Bay St. 333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.
Music Event – The Americana Community Music Association hosts a Singer/ Songwriter Circle from 2-5 p.m. on Sundays at All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd. Join local singer/songwriters in an open, creative atmosphere. Free; donations welcome. 910-5657 or www.americanacma.org.
Blues Tunes – The Buckingham Blues Bar hosts an Open Stage Blues Jam from 3-6 p.m. on Sundays and from 8-11 p.m. Wednesdays. 5641 Buckingham Road. 693-7111.
Comedy Show – Becky Robinson performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. Tickets start at $25. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
MONDAY12.18
Tenor Christmas – Silverspot Cinema screens a Christmas concert performs by The Three Tenors with the Vienna Children’s Choir at 7:30 p.m. $20. 592-0300 or www.silverspot.net.
Film Series – The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs screens “The Dish” at 7 p.m. at the Center for Performing Arts Moe Auditorium & Film Center. Refreshments are available and a discussion follows. $10. 10150 Bonita Beach Road. 495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org.
Cars & Tunes – Parrot Key Caribbean Grill hosts a Caribbean Car Show with music by Frank Torino from 4-7 p.m. 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach. www.myparrotkey.com/ or 463-3257.
TUESDAY12.19
Book Chat – A discussion of “The Summer Before the War” by Helen Simonson starts at 2 p.m. at Lakes Regional Library. 15290 Bass Road. Registration required: 479-INFO (4636) or www.leelibrary.net.
Wildlife Program – A park naturalist presents a program on Manatees and Dolphins at 10 a.m. at the Koreshan State Historic Site’s Art Hall. Free with park entry. Reservations are requested. Free with park admission. 992-0311 or friendsofkoreshan.org/manateesand dolphins/.
Garden Tours – Tours of the Berne Davis Botanical Garden take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesdays through May 27. The garden is a project of the Fort Myers-Lee County Garden Council. Free admission and parking. 2166 Virginia Ave., adjacent to the Edison Home. 332-4942 or fmlcgardencouncil@gmail.com.
Play Scrabble – The Fort Myers Scrabble Club meets from 6-10 p.m. every Tuesday at Brookdale Senior Living. All ages and all levels are welcome, from beginner to expert. Suggested donation $2. 8351 College Pkwy. dalida@ksu.edu or 694-6097.
Singles Group – The Sunshine Sr. Singles Social Group (60-plus) meets every Tuesday for Happy Hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Shoeless Joe’s. The group has dinner at various restaurants. New members are welcome. 13051 Bell Tower Dr.
WEDNESDAY12.20
Book Discussion – A discussion of “The Miniaturist: A Novel” by Jessie Burton starts at noon at the Fort Myers Regional Library. 2450 First St. Registration required: 479-INFO (4636) or www.leelibrary.net.
Film Series – The Friends of the Fort Myers Library’s International Film Series features “Su Excelencia” at 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room ABCD. 2450 First St. 479-INFO (4636) or www.leelibrary.net.
Holiday Sounds – Ethan Bortnick presents a Holiday Concert at 7 p.m. at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. 13350 FSW Pkwy. 481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Blues Tunes – The Buckingham Blues Bar hosts an Open Stage Blues Jam from 8-11 p.m. Wednesdays. 5641 Buckingham. 693-7111.
Kids Playland – Miromar Outlets presents fun activities for children from 10 a.m.-noon every Wednesday in WINK Playland. Kids from toddlers to 12 participate in fun activities. 948-3766.
Moms Event – Moms Appreciation Day is set for 10 a.m.-noon in WINK Playland at Miromar Outlets. Moms receive a coupon for a free drink and treat from le macaron french pastries when they bring their kids to the free Kids Crafts event. www.miromaroutlets.com.
Art Gathering – The Art League of Fort Myers is open to the public from 9:30 a.m.-noon every Wednesday. Free to attend but $2 donation appreciated. 1451 Monroe St. www.artleagueoffortmyers.org.
Comedy Show – Bill Ohse performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Laugh In Comedy Café. Tickets start at $15. 8595 College Pkwy. 479-LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.
UPCOMING
Cirque Dreams – Cirque Dreams Holidaze comes to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall for three performances Dec. 22 and 23. The critically acclaimed holiday stage extravaganza is a cirque spectacle, Broadway musical and family show all in one. $27-$67. 13350 FSW Pkwy. 481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Improv Show – Square One Improv performs rom 8-10 p.m. Dec. 22 at The Laboratory Theater of Florida. $15 adult; $12 senior/military. 1634 Woodford Ave. 218-0481 or www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com.
Noble Ape – Comedian Jim Gaffigan performs at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 28 at Germain Arena. 948-7825 or www.germainarena.com.
Masterworks – Naples Philharmonic performs works by Beethoven, Faure and Ravel with featured pianist Yefin Bronfman at 8 p.m. Jan. 4-6 at Artis— Naples. 597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
The Sound of Silence – Art Garfunkel performs selections from his collaboration with Paul Simon as well as his solo compositions at 7 p.m. Jan. 14 at Artis—Naples. 597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
Broadway Show – The traveling production of “An American in Paris” stops by Artis—Naples Jan 16-21. 597- 1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
FLORIDA FESTIVAL
Food & Wine – The 11th annual Palm Beach Food and Wine Festival is set for Dec. 14-17 in Palm Beach. Featuring gourmet food, fine dining, wine and celebrity chefs at various venues. $85-$185 per meal. www.pbfoodwinefest.com.
ONGOING EVENTS
Art Opening – The Alliance for the Arts hosts its December exhibit, “Fired Up,” featuring the works of 29 Florida artists who have created pieces using fire or heat in some way, until Jan. 2. 10091 McGregor Blvd. 939-2787 or www.ArtInLee.org.
Art Exhibit – The FGCU Bower School of Music and the Arts hosts the Senior Projects, Fall 2017 Exhibition through Dec. 15 in the Wasmer Art Gallery. The exhibition is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and until 7 p.m. on Thursday. 590-1000.
Art Exhibit – The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center presents its December art show, “False Forests and Hidden Skylines,” by emerging teen artist Isabel Mejia, through Dec. 22. 2301 First St. 333- 1933 or www.sbda.com.
Holiday Sights – The Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club’s 61st annual Holiday House runs through Dec. 23 at the historic Burroughs and Langford Kingston Homes at First and Fowler streets. This year’s theme is “The Wonder of Christmas.” Nightly tours run from 5-9 p.m. $5 admission. www.fmwcc.com or Facebook @HolidayHouseFort- Myers.
Night Lights in the Garden – Naples Botanical Garden hosts its annual holiday light display on select dates through Jan. 3. $5-$25. 643-4737 or www.naplesgarden.org.
Wood Carvers – Members of the Caloosa Carvers group demonstrate their skill at the Mound House on the first and third Tuesday or each month through April. Guests can watch the carvers and also find their works in the Mound House retail store. Tours of the shell mound and the house are held on Tuesdays. $15 adults; $10 ages 6-12. Connecticut St., Fort Myers Beach. 765-0865 or moundhouse.org.
Wildlife Exhibit – Everglades Wonder Gardens features the photographic artworks of wildlife conservation photographer Marc Harris through the spring. His exhibit, “Birds of the Everglades,” documents rare moments in nature and birds in their natural habitats. Visitors can tour the gallery at Everglades Wonder Gardens as part of regular admission, seven days a week from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 992-2591 or evergladeswondergardens.com/.
Holiday Sights – The Edison & Ford Winter Estates hosts its 42nd Holiday Nights event through Dec. 31 (closed Dec. 24 and 25). The event features holiday lights in the historic homes, visits from Santa, Liquid Fireworks by Waltzing Waters, and more. $20 adults; $10 teens; $2 ages 6-12. Members free. 2350 McGregor Blvd. 334-7419 or EdisonFord- WinterEstates.org.
Santa Photos – Miromar Outlets offers photos with Santa through Dec. 23. 948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Watercolor Art – The Florida Watercolor Society Annual Exhibition runs through Dec. 28 at the Center for Visual Arts. 26100 Old 41 Road. 495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org.
Cypress Slough – The Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve & Interpretive Center have reopened after damage from Hurricane Irma. The Interpretive Center is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Parking is $1 per hour or $5 per day. The park offers daily guided walks at 9:30 a.m. webtrac. leegov.com/.
Pineland Cruise – Captiva Cruises offers “Discover Southwest Florida History” tours departing weekly from McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva Island. The cruise “A Thousand years of Fishing” travels to Pineland on Pine Island, with a stop at the historic Tarpon Lodge for lunch and a stroll to the Randell Research Center and The Calusa Heritage Trail. Cruises depart at 10 a.m. Other available cruises go to Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Boca Grande and Cayo Costa. 472-5300.
Guided Walks – Lee County Parks & Recreation offers free guided walks on weekdays from through April at Bowditch Point Park and Bunche Beach/San Carlos Preserve. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes that can get wet and bring bug spray, binoculars, a camera and water bottle. A Barrier Island Ramble runs from 9:30-11 a.m. every other Tuesday through March 29 (except for holidays) and every Friday from January through March. Life along the Shore runs from 9:30-11 a.m. each Monday through April 30. www.leeparks.org, 533- 7275 or leeparks@leegov.com.
Photo Exhibit – The René Miville Gallery presents a new series of photographer Kinfay Moroti’s work, titled “YOU,” that captures the joy of community and the spirit of SWFL’s people. 2200 First St. 333-3130 or creinhardt@thefranklinshops.com.
Airport Exhibit – The Art In Flight: By the Sea exhibit, featuring the work of 10 Florida photographers, is on display until July 2018 at the Southwest Florida International Airport. Photographs are display in the upper level hallways leading to the B and D concourses. The exhibit is the result of a partnership between the Alliance for the Arts and the Lee County Port authority. 939-2787 or www.ArtInLee.org/Sea.
Paint Sessions – Vino’s Picasso hosts paint sessions with assorted themes every day except Tuesday. Sessions include all art supplies. No experience needed. 15250 S. Tamiami Trl., #109. Register at VINOSpicasso.com or 288-6953.
Art Classes – Art instructor Joel Loeper teaches wild pottery and oil painting 101 art classes from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays and from 2-4 p.m. on Saturdays at the Riverside Community Center. $25 first visit; $13 for subsequent classes. 3061 E. Riverside Dr. wildlifepottery.com.
Plant Sale – The Happehatchee Center holds a plant sale from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The sale features unique perennial edibles, medicinal plants and native plants. Proceeds benefit environmental education at the Happehatchee Center. 8791 Corkscrew Road, Estero. happehatchee@gmail.com, 992-5455 or www.happehatchee.org.
Special Events – Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant hosts karaoke from 9 p.m.- midnight on Sundays. In the Biz events with half prices in the bar are held from 9 p.m.-closing on Wednesdays (media and medical professionals) and 9 p.m. Thursdays (hospitality professionals). Fridays are Teacher Appreciation Day with half-price pizza). 7091 College Pkwy. 939-5344 or monalisafortmyers.com/.
Jazz Music – The Roadhouse Café offers live jazz Wednesday through Sunday. The Danny Sinoff Trio performs from 7-10 p.m. on Wednesdays. The Jazz-Matics, featuring Lynn Richardson, perform from 7-10 on Thursdays. Tony Boffa & Friends perform on Friday nights and Saturdays feature the Danny Sinoff Quartet from 7:30-10:30 p.m. A Sunday Jazz Jam runs from 7-10 p.m. 15660 San Carlos Blvd., Ste. 280. 415-4375 or www.Road. housecafefl.com.
Cool Cars – The Shell Factory & Nature Park hosts a Classic Cruise In from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday in the front parking lot adjacent to U.S. 41. Live entertainment and food specials are available during the show. 2787 Tamiami Trl. N. Fort Myers. 292-9360.
Public Exhibit – The Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at FSW presents a yearlong public exhibition of the artist’s iconic triptych, “Autobiography” (1968) in the Humanities Hall (Building L). Measuring more than 12 feet wide, the exhibit highlights seminal events from the artist’s life. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. 489-9313 or www.RauschenbergGallery.com.
Butterfly House – The Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife offer hosted tours of the Tom Allen Memorial Butterfly House at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays at Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road. , Cape Coral. Free admission. 549-4606 or www.CapeParks.com.
Historical Village – The Sanibel Historical Village is open from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 950 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. $10 adults. 472- 4648 or www.sanibelmuseum.org.
Dolphin Cruise – Banana Bay Tour Company hosts a 1½-hour Dolphin Nature Search on Sunday and Friday. $30 adults; $25 children. 5781 Cape Harbour Dr., Cape Coral. 728-8687 or www.bananabaytourcompany.com.
Home Tour – Banana Bay Tour Company hosts a 1½-hour Homes & Harbour Tour on Sunday and Friday. View estates and yachts while cruising the waterways around Cape Coral. $30 adults; $25 children. 5781 Cape Harbour Dr., Cape Coral. 728-8687 or www.bananabaytourcompany.com.
Sunset Cruise – Banana Bay Tour Company hosts a 1½-hour Dolphin & Sunset Cruise on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. $30 adults; $25 children. 5781 Cape Harbour Dr., Cape Coral. 728-8687 or www.bananabaytourcompany.com.
Eco Tour – Banana Bay Tour Company hosts a three-hour half-day Ecological Dolphin & Lunch Cruise on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The outing includes a deli-style lunch while cruising San Carlos Bay. $56 adults; $51 children. 5781 Cape Harbour Dr., Cape Coral. 728-8687 or www.bananabaytourcompany.com.
Kayak or Canoe – Koreshan State Historic Site offers canoes and kayaks for rent. Rentals for canoes are $7 for the first hour and $5 each additional hour. Single kayak rentals are $10 for the first hour and $5 each additional hour. Tandem kayak rentals are $15 for the first hour and $10 each additional hour. Rent at the Ranger Station. No reservations. 3800 Corkscrew Road. 992-0311 or www.floridastateparks.org.
Boot Camp – Boot Camp meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday near the Koreshan State Historic Site’s industrial area. Weights are provided. Bring water, yoga mat and towel. $15. 3800 Corkscrew Road. 992-0311 or www.floridastateparks.org.
Haunted Tours – True Tours offers Haunted Tours through the historic Fort Myers River District on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Tours offer glimpses into the unseen, with stories of reputed paranormal activity. Tours leave from the Franklin Shops, 2200 First St. $14. For reservations: 945-0405. www.Truetours.net.
History Tours – True Tours offers River District History Tours from 10:30 a.m.-noon on Saturdays. Tours provide narratives of local history and acquaint participants with the colorful personalities of the founders of the city. Tours leave from the Franklin Shops, 2200 First St. $13. For reservations: 945-0405. www.Truetours.net.
Native Plants – The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society sells native plants at the Koreshan State Historic Site Farmers Market from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. every Sunday. Experts answer questions and teach shoppers about the benefits of adding native plants to their landscaping. 3800 Corkscrew Road. www.FNPSCoccoloba.org or 273-8945.
Historical Site – The Mound House is open to visitors, with Calusa Shell Mound Tours, guided beach walks at Newton Beach Park, a gardens of Mound House walking tour, shorebirds programs and guided museum tours regularly scheduled. Explore the newly restored historic home, see exhibitions and wander the scenic grounds. 451 Connecticut Street, Fort Myers Beach. www.moundhouse.org or 765-0865.
Flea Market – The Shell Factory and Nature Park holds flea markets at 7 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. 2787 N. Tamiami Trl. www.shellfactory.com, 995-2141 or 243-7472.
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