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SYMPHONY

MiniMasterworks – By the Southwest Florida Symphony March 12-13 at two area venues. Pianist Andrew Armstrong and a small ensemble perform Mozart’s “Piano Quartet in G Minor” and Brahms’ “Piano Quintet in F Minor” at Bell Tower Shops in south Fort Myers (4:30 p.m. March 12; VIP event, minimum contribution required) and Gulf Theater in Punta Gorda (4 p.m. March 13; $25). www.swflso.org or 239-418- 1500.

From Bach to the Beatles – By a string quartet from the Southwest Florida Symphony at 6 p.m. on March 10 on the event lawn at Mercato. Free admission. 9132 Strada Place, Naples. www.swflso.org or 239-418-1500.

THEATER

Avenue Q – By The Laboratory Theater of Florida on select dates through March 29. Show times vary. $37 adults; $15 students. 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers. 239-218-0481 or www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com.

The Cake – By Theatre Conspiracy at 7:30 p.m. March 17-19 and 24-26, with a 2 p.m. matinee on March 27 at the Alliance for the Arts. $13-$30. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787 or www.artinlee.org/.

Jesus Christ Superstar: 50th Anniversary Tour – At the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall March 15-20. Show times vary. $53.12-$91.46. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481- 4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.

A Doll’s House, Part 2 – By Florida Repertory Theatre through March 27 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. $59. 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488 or www.floridarep.org.

Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story – By Florida Repertory Theatre March 19-April 11, with half-price previews March 16-18 in the Historic Arcade Theatre. $49. 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488 or www.floridarep.org.

Grease – By Fort Myers Theatre through March 13. Show times vary. $35. 16120 San Carlos Blvd., #5, Fort Myers. 239-323-6570 or ftmyerstheatre.com.

Greater Tuna – At Off Broadway Palm Theatre March 10-April 30. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or broadwaypalm.com.

Escape to Margaritaville – At Broadway Palm Theatre through April 2. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or broadwaypalm.com.

Tale of the Allergist’s Wife – By New Phoenix Theatre March 10-27. $25. 13211 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-284-5214 or www.newphoenixtheatrefortmyers.org.

LaMesa RV presents the inaugural Southland Bluegrass and Wilderness Festival March 12- 13 at Seminole Casino Hotel. Starting at 11 a.m. each day, the free event features concerts, vendors, an RV Show, Outdoor Expo and a variety of food trucks. Performers include Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (pictured). Bring chairs for seating. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 1-800-514- ETIX or www.moreinparadise.com. COURTESY PHOTOS

LaMesa RV presents the inaugural Southland Bluegrass and Wilderness Festival March 12- 13 at Seminole Casino Hotel. Starting at 11 a.m. each day, the free event features concerts, vendors, an RV Show, Outdoor Expo and a variety of food trucks. Performers include Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (pictured). Bring chairs for seating. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 1-800-514-ETIX or www.moreinparadise.com. COURTESY PHOTOS

THURSDAY3.10

Historical Society – The Southwest Florida Historical Society meets at 7 p.m. at The Collaboratory. The guest speaker, fifth generation Pine Island native, lawyer and author John Mills, discusses his books and writings. All are welcome; donation requested from non-members. 2031 Jackson St., Fort Myers. 239-939-4044.

Performance Art – Blue Man Group performs through March 13 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. $48.86- $96.79. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.

Concert Series – The Fort Myers Beach Friends Winter Concert Series “Rockin’ the Bay” continues with “A Tribute to Billy Joel” at 7 p.m. at Salty Sam’s Marina. Bring chairs for seating. $35-$40. 2500 Main St., Fort Myers Beach. fortmyersbeachfriendsofthearts.thundertix.com/.

Garden Show – The Fort Myers-Lee County Garden Council hosts a Horticulture Specialty Show, “For the Love of Gardening” by the District IX Judges Council from 12:30-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. 2166 Virginia Ave, Fort Myers. 239-332-4942 or www.fmlcgardencouncil.com.

Benefit Event – Hope Clubhouse hosts its annual Faces of Hope luncheon from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. With a theme of “Power of the Past – Focus on the Future,” the event features lunch, a keynote address by Joshua Seidman, Ph.D., and a panel discussion. $75 adults; $25 students; $15 virtual. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. HopeClubhouse.org/Luncheon, erin@hopeclubhouse.org or 239-267-1777.

Open Mic – OMB! Open Mic Bonita starts at 7 p.m. at the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium. The event features performing artists of all types. $10 (free for performers). 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org.

 Women of Jazz – Jazz at the MACC with Women of Jazz starts at 7 p.m. at the Music & Arts Community Center. The show features the Gulf Coast Jazz Collective with vocalist Natalie Douglas. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.

Vinyl Vibes – The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s Vinyl Vibes series presents ABBA Revisited at 7:30 p.m. Hear ABBA hits such as “S.O.S.” and “Waterloo.” Tickets start at $50. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. www.sbdac.com or 239-333-1933.

Food Fest – ECHO’s Global Food and Farm Festival continues today through Friday. Participants learn about exotic foods, sustainable living, innovative farming and gardening. The event includes unique tours, tastings, cooking shows, and make-and-take workshops. Saturday brings back the open-air Farm Day Festival featuring hands-on activities for the entire family. 17391 Durrance Road, North Fort Myers. 239-543-3246 or www.echonet.org/events.

Jazz Tunes – “Jazz at Lincoln Center: Songs We Love” starts at 7 p.m. March 10 at the new Tribby Arts Center, 13921 Shell Point Blvd., Fort Myers ($45 residents; $55 public). www.shellpoint.org/ concerts/. The show starts at 8 p.m. Friday at Christensen Performance Hall at BIG Arts, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. bigarts.org./?event=jazz-at-lincolncenter presents-songs-we-love&event_date=2022-03-11.

Concert Series – The Gulf Coast Town Center Concert Series presents classic country and rock by Dave J. from 7-9 p.m. in the courtyard. Free admission; bring chairs for seating. 9903 Gulf Coast Main St., Fort Myers. www.gulfcoasttowncenter.com.

History Tours – True Tours offers River District tours at 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays in downtown Fort Myers. Tours leave from the Franklin Shops at 2200 First St. $18 plus tax. Private tours are also available. 239-945-0405 or Truetours.net.

Live Music – Yard Dog Charlie performs at 5 p.m. at Mudbugs. 1473 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 239-472-2221 or www.mudbugssanibel.com.

Funny Guy – Comedian Patrick Garrity Ron Feingold performs tonight through Saturday at the Laugh In Comedy Café. Show times vary. $15 general admission; $20 VIP. 8595 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-479-LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.

Live Music – Soul City performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Jazz Tunes – The Dan Miller Quartet performs from 7-10 p.m. on Thursdays at The Barrel Room (no show March 17). 2214 Bay St. 239-333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.

Karaoke Night – Bubba’s Roadhouse and Saloon hosts karaoke at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays and Saturdays. 2121 SW Pine Island Road, Cape Coral. 239-282-5520 or bubbasroadhouse.net/.

FRIDAY3.11

Concert Series – Cultural Park Theater presents “David Morin: Elvis and the Legends” today through Sunday. Show times vary. $10-$29. 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-772-5862 or culturalparktheater.com.

Illusionist – Mentalist and illusionist Wayne Hoffman, an Estero resident, performs at 7 p.m. at Hertz Arena. The multi award-winning performer is recognized as one of the top mentalists in the world. His shows feature seemingly supernatural phenomena in a fun way. Tickets start at $25; parking is $25. 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. www.hertzarena.com.

Art Event – The fourth annual Babcock Ranch Art Show is set for today through Sunday in Founder’s Square. The show features the work of more than 40 artists, plus an exclusive VIP Club experience with complimentary food and beverages, live entertainment and an opening-night reception from 5-8 p.m. Proceeds from VIP ticket sales, priced from $75 to $150, benefit the Babcock Ranch Foundation, which helps at-risk children. babcockranchartshow.com or 941-257-4936.

Craft Show – Siesta Bay RV Resort holds a Craft Show from 9 a.m.-noon in Primero Hall. Breakfast and lunch are available. 19333 Summ erlin Road, Fort Myers.

Pet Party – Yappy Hour runs from 6-8 p.m. in Center Court at the Bell Tower. The event benefits Gulf Coast Humane Society. 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myer. 239-489-1221 or www.belltowerFL.

Chamber Music – The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s 2022 Chamber Music Series presents the Curtis On Tour performance at 7:30 p.m. The event features live classical music, world-class chamber music from violist Roberto Díaz and pianist Kwan Yi playing selections by de Falla, Bloch and Brahms. $45 in advance; $50 at the door; $10 students. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or www.sbdac.com.

Broadway Star – Stars at the MACC with Broadway’s Marc Kudisch starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Music & Arts Community Center. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.

Blues Tunes – The Bonita Blues Festival is set for today and Saturday at Riverside Park. Hours are 1-9 p.m. today and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday. $40-$60. 10450 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs. www.bonitablues.com.

At Players Circle – The Swingin’ Clique, a collection of nine performers, performs at 8 p.m. at the Players Circle Theatre at the Shell Factory. The inter-generational collective of musicians, vocalists, and entertainers presents a high-energy show. $25 general admission; $35 VIP. 16554 North Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers. 239-800-3292 or PlayersCircleTheater.com.

More Music – Streetlight performs from 8 p.m.-midnight at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Live Music – Jersey Mike performs from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Fridays at the Twisted Vine Bistro. 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-226-1687 or www.Twisted- VineBistro.com.

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s 2022 Chamber Music Series presents the Curtis On Tour performance at 7:30 p.m. March 11. The event features world-class chamber music from violist Roberto Díaz (pictured) and pianist Kwan Yi playing selections by de Falla, Bloch and Brahms. $45 in advance; $50 at the door; $10 students. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. 239-333- 1933 or www.sbdac.com. COURTESY PHOTO

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s 2022 Chamber Music Series presents the Curtis On Tour performance at 7:30 p.m. March 11. The event features world-class chamber music from violist Roberto Díaz (pictured) and pianist Kwan Yi playing selections by de Falla, Bloch and Brahms. $45 in advance; $50 at the door; $10 students. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. 239-333- 1933 or www.sbdac.com. COURTESY PHOTO

SATURDAY3.12

Spring Concert – The Gulf Coast Harmonizers’ 30th Annual Spring Show starts at 1 and 6 p.m. today and at 2 p.m. Sunday at Cypress Lake Presbyterian Church. The show is named “Let The Good Times Roll” and features a variety of songs by the unique, 40-plus, men’s a cappella chorus. $20. 8260 Cypress Lake Dr., Fort Myers. www.gulfcoastharmonizers. group or 855-425-3631.

Bluegrass Fest – LaMesa RV presents the inaugural Southland Bluegrass and Wilderness Festival today and Sunday at Seminole Casino Hotel. Starting at 11 a.m. each day, the free event features outdoor concerts, concerts in the Zig Zag Lounge, a large merchant section, an RV Show, Outdoor Expo and food trucks. Performers include Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Yonder Mountain String Band, Sam Bush, Del McCoury Band, Balsam Range, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, and more. Bring chairs for seating. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 1-800-514-ETIX or www.moreinparadise.com.

Volunteers Sought – The Players Circle Theatre at the Shell Factory hosts a special “Meet and Greet” Brunch for potential volunteers from 11 a.m-1 p.m. Days and hours are flexible; volunteers are needed to serve as ushers, provide customer service, and help with VIP events, office duties and fundraising activities. 16554 North Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers. RSVP to 239-800-3292 or jlindsey@playerscircle.org. playerscircletheater.com.

Annual Parade – The Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to Fifth Avenue South from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The event hosted by the Fifth Avenue South Business Improvement District celebrates Irish heritage and culture in America. It starts at the corner of Third Street South and 10th Avenue South. www.naplesparade.com.

Art Shows – The Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery hosts the Bea Pappas Show in Studio 2 today through March 24. The “Anything Goes” show runs today through March 31. Free admission during gallery hours Monday Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 3030 Shell Mound Blvd. 239-463-3909 or fortmyersbeachart.com.

Shrimp Fest – The 64th annual Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival runs from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. today and Sunday at Lynn Hall Memorial Park. The event kicks off with the Shrimp Festival Parade at 10 a.m. 950 Estero Blvd. Fort Myers Beach. fortmyersbeach.org/events/fort-myersbeach shrimp-festival.

Annual Gala – Gulf Coast Symphony hosts its Annual Gala and Auction, “Diamonds & Bubbles,” at 6 p.m. at Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort. The event features champagne, a full-course dinner, open bar cocktail hour, silent and live auctions and entertainment by The Diamonds. Tickets start at $200. 17260 Harbour Point Dr., Fort Myers. www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.

At The Ranch – Shenandoah performs at 9 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $30.89. 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-985-9839 or www.theranchfortmyers.com.

Annual Festival – The Rotary Club of Lehigh Acres presents the Rock, Blues and Brews Festival from noon-11 p.m. at Veterans Park. The event features five bands. 55 Homestead Road S., Lehigh. www.facebook.com/LehighRotary/.

Live Music – Jack Blount performs at 2:30 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. The Firewater Tent Revival perform at 6:30 p.m. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Beach Yoga – Becky Lang teaches yoga from 8:30-9:30 a.m. every Saturday on Fort Myers Beach. The Level One Flow practice is suitable for most levels and is held on the sand just north of the pier. Bring a yoga mat, sunscreen and water. $15, cash only. Register at www.facebook.com/beckylangfitness or www.beckylang.com. 239-791-6538 or beckylang@comcast.net.

Live Jazz – The Marty Stokes Band performs at 8 p.m. at The Barrel Room. 2214 Bay St. 239-333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.

One-Man Show – Yard Dog Charlie performs at 8:30 a.m. at the Cape Coral Farmers Market at SE 47th Terrace and SE 10th Place, Cape Coral. 239-541-4665 or www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com.

More Charlie – Yard Dog Charlie performs at 6 p.m. at Gatorbites. 20351 Summerlin Road, Fort Myers. 239-267-1317 or www.gatorbitesfortmyers.com.

Live Music – Thistle & Lace performs from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Twisted Vine Bistro. 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-226-1687 or www.TwistedVineBistro.com.

Music Show – Brother Love’s Musical Extravaganza performs from 7:30-10 p.m. at Bert’s Bar & Grill. 4271 Pine Island Road, Matlacha. 239-282-3232.

SUNDAY3.13

Pet Party – Pup’s Day Out, a fundraiser for Golden Retriever Rescue of SWFL, runs from 1-4 p.m. at Rusty’s Raw Bar & Grill. The pet-friendly event in fenced area with grass features an outside bar, vendors, a 50/50 raffle and a Chinese auction. Proceeds help rescued goldens in SWFL. 4631 SE 10th Place, Cape Coral. www.grrswf.org.

Monthly Breakfast – The Bayside Estates Men’s Club hosts an all-you-can eat breakfast from 8-11 a.m. in the Bayside Recreation Hall. Meals include pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, coffee and orange juice for $8. 17601 San Carlos Blvd. 239-466-6322.

St. Pat’s Party – Chapel by the Sea Presbyterian Church hosts a St. Patrick’s Celebration featuring Tommy O at 12:30 and 6 p.m. in Silver Hall. Meals are served one hour prior to the shows and include corned beef sandwich, coleslaw, potato salad, chips, cookie and cold drink. $30 for meal and the show; cash bar available. 100 Chapel St., Fort Myers Beach. www.chapelbts.org.

Brass Tunes – The Lee County Community band presents “Bring on the Brass!”, showcasing its 21-member brass section, at 3 p.m. at Cape Coral High School. Under the direction of Richard Bradstreet, the band also leads the audience in an Irish sing-along and performs marches, a medley of Broadway hits and more. Free; donations welcome. 2300 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-691-3115 or www.leecountyband.org.

Concert Band – The SW Florida Concert Band presents “The Inspiration of Music: Swinging Into Spring” with vocalist Bob Helfrich at 2 p.m. at South Fort Myers High School. Free; donations welcome. 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers. www.southwestfloridaconcertband.org.

Blues Music – The Blues and Bloodys Concert Series runs from noon-7 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. Music starts at noon with The Josh Garrett Band and continues at 3:30 p.m. with Magnolia Boulevard Band. Bring chairs for seating. 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs. Free admission. www.thecenterbar.com.

Live Music – Circus No. 9 performs at 1 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. Justin Mason & Blue Night perform at 5 p.m. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Jazz Brunch – The Barrel Room hosts a Sunday Jazz Brunch with Roy Gerson and Don Mopsick from 10:30- 1:30 p.m. 2210-2214 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-226-1687 or www.TwistedVineBistro.com.

One-Man Show – Yard Dog Charlie performs at 3 p.m. at Three Fishermen. 13021 N. Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers. 239-599-8568 or www.threefishermenseafood.com.

New Bazaar – The East Palm Locals Bazaar, featuring creations by SWFL artists, runs from noon-4 p.m. every Sunday at Neenie’s House. 481 Marsh Ave., Fort Myers. Text 224-678-4901, #EastPalmMercado or #NeeniesHouse.

Garden Tours – Lee County Parks & Recreation offers a free garden tour of the Manatee Park butterfly garden and habitats at 9 a.m. every Sunday through March. The tours meet behind the welcome center. Free with paid parking. 10901 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-533-7275 or leeparks@leegov.com.

MONDAY3.14

Craft Fair – The Bayside Estates Women’s Club hosts a Vendor/Craft Fair from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Bayside Estates Clubhouse. The event features high-end jewelry, arts, crafts and retail merchandise, plus instructional demos, samples, giveaways and food. 11201 Bayside Lane, Fort Myers Beach.

Chamber Music – The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s “Season of Giants” 2022 Chamber Music Series presents cellist Zlatomir Fung in recital with pianist Rohan De Silva at 7:30 p.m. The evening of live classical music includes works by Weir, Bloch, Janác.ek and Beethoven. $45 in advance; $50 at the door; $10 students. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or www.sbdac.com.

Author Event – The Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center’s Famous Author Lecture Series hosts best-selling author Steve Berry from noon-2 p.m. The event includes lunch and a lecture by the author. $45. 2301 First St., Fort Myers.

www.sbdac.com or 239-333-1933.

Jazz Show – The Danny Sinoff Trio performs at 7 p.m. at the Players Circle Theatre at the Shell Factory. Tonight’s theme is “Sinatra: The Capitol Years.” $25 general admission; $35 VIP. 16554 North Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers. 239- 800-3292 or PlayersCircleTheater.com.

Live Music – Time Trax performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Music Show – Brother Love’s Musical Extravaganza performs from 7-10 p.m. at Froggy’s. 3620 Stringfellow Road, Saint James City. 239-283-3773.

TUESDAY3.15

Rumba Classes – USA Dance Chapter #6123 Cape Coral offers Rumba Classes with instructor Greg Kurth from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesdays during March at Four Freedoms Park. $8 per person. 4818 Tarpon Court, Cape Coral. dancingtala@gmail.com or 239-565-7947.

Open Mic – The First Street Café hosts an Open Mic at 8 p.m. on Tuesdays, with a $50 first prize gift certificate and a $25 second prize. Singers, poets, comics, dog acts, etc. are welcome. 2236 First St., Fort Myers. 239-362-1831.

Open Mic – Dave J. hosts an Open Mic/Jam from 6-9 p.m. every Tuesday at Duval Street. Sign-ups begin at 5:30 p.m. 4721 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-542-0185 or www.duvalstreetcc.com.

Live Music – Wonderama performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Botanical Gardens – The Berne Davis Gardens are open from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday until May. The gardens feature bromeliads, hibiscus, rare and tropical fruit, roses, herbs, native plants, orchids and a bonsai display. Garden Council members lead guided tours of the grounds and answer questions about plantings. 2166 Virginia Ave., Fort Myers. 239-332-4942 or www.fmlcgardencouncil.com.

WEDNESDAY3.16

Outdoor Yoga – The Edison and Ford Winter Estates hosts Yoga in the Moonlight Garden from 10-11 a.m. every Wednesday. Open to all skill levels, the class is taught by Bonnie D’Angelo. Bring a yoga mat, water and towel. $15 members $20 non-members. 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. www.edisonford.org or 239-334-7419.

Live Music – Eddie & the Edsels performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

More Music – Live music with Tommy Lee Cook & The Buckingham Blues Band with Rex Bongo runs from 8-11 p.m. on Wednesdays and from 3-6 p.m. on Sundays at the Buckingham Blues Bar. Free admission; no smoking. All musicians are welcome. 5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers. 239-693-7111 or www.buckinghambar.com.

One-Man Show – Yard Dog Charlie performs at 6:30 p.m. at Bert’s Bar & Grill. 4271 Pine Island Road, Matlacha. 239-282-3232 or www.bertsbar.com.

Live Jazz – The Gerald Augustin Trio, featuring Steve Silverstein and Dan Heck, performs from 7-10 p.m. on Wednesdays at The Barrel Room. 2214 Bay St. 239-333-2225 or www.barrelroomfortmyers.com.

Weekly Dances – Club Country dances run from 7-10 p.m. every Wednesday through May at the Riverside Community Center. Line and partner dance instruction is from 7-8 p.m., followed by open dancing until 10 p.m. $5 members; $10 guests. 3061 East Riverside Dr., Fort Myers. clubcountrydance.com.

Camera Club – The Fort Myers Camera Club meets from 7-9 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of the month through April 6 at Cypress Lake United Methodist Church. All levels of photographers are welcome. Membership is $30; masks are required. 8570 Cypress Lake Dr., Fort Myers. fortmyerscc.com.

Beach Walks – Free guided beach walks at San Carlos Bay Bunche Beach Preserve start at 9 a.m. on Wednesdays and continue through April 2022. The volunteer-led program teaches the basics of different beach ecosystems, types of shells and more. Free with paid parking of $2 an hour. 18201 John Morris Road, Fort Myers. leegov.com/parks, 239-533-7275 or leeparks@leegov.com.

UPCOMING

Trolley Party – The South Cape St. Patrick’s Day Trolley Event runs from 6-10 p.m. March 17. The 21+ nightlife celebration takes participants to 12 locations to enjoy specialty cocktails at participating South Cape hotspots. The evening includes trivia and giveaways. $17. southcapeentertainment.com.

St. Pat’s Party – A St. Patrick’s Day Bash runs from noon-7 p.m. March 17 at the Shell Factory & Nature Park. The event includes music by Chuck Peterson and Candi Hert, plus Irish food, green beer and a costume contest. 16554 North Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers. 239-995-2141 or www.shellfactory.com/.

Famous Friends Tour – Country star Chris Young performs in concert with special guest Mitchell Tenpenny at 7:30 p.m. March 17 at Hertz Arena. $36.50-$79.50; parking is $25. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. hertzarena.com.

ONGOING

Florida Art – The Alliance for the Arts hosts the 36th annual “All Florida Exhibition” through March 26. $5 suggested donation. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787 or www.artinlee.org/.

Two Exhibits – The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center presents “Obsessive Ruminations” by Alvaro Labanino and Miguel Saludes in the Grand Atrium & Conservatory and “Effervescence” by Winnie Purple in the Capital Gallery through March 25. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. www.sbdac.com or 239-333-1933.

Sunset Trip – GAEA Guides offers a daily Sunset/Bird Rookery Kayak Tour on the Caloosahatchee River from 3:30- 6:30 p.m. Tour the river with a Florida Master Naturalist to see nesting sites and thousands of birds. $50 per person; includes all equipment. For reservations: 239-694-5513 or www.GAEAGuides.com.

March Art – Harbour View Gallery presents artwork by oil painter Barbara English and fused glass and raku artist Jan Butler, plus art from more than 30 local member-artists, throughout the month of March. The gallery is open daily from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. 5789 Cape Harbour Dr., Suite 104, Cape Coral. Harbourviewgallery.com.

Art Show – The Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery hosts the Irvin Hawkes Show in Studio 2 through March 10. Free admission during gallery hours Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 3030 Shell Mound Blvd. 239-463-3909 or fortmyersbeachart.com/ shows/studio-2/.

Art Exhibit – The Spring Member Juried Show, “Unclear Boundaries,” runs through March 10 with free admission during gallery hours Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in Studio 1 at the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. 3030 Shell Mound Blvd. 239-463-3909 or fortmyersbeachart.com/shows/main-gallery/.

Tours & Tastings – Wicked Dolphin offers free Tours and Tastings on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, from noon-4 p.m. each hour on the hour, and at 3 and 4 p.m. on Fridays. 131 SW 3rd Place, Cape Coral. wickeddolphin.com or 239-242-5244.

Manatee Tours – Gaea Guides offers daily manatee kayak tours from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Participants can get up close and personal with these gentle giants and learn about their history. $65, includes all equipment. 239-694-5513 or www.GAEAGuides.com.

Waterfront Tours – The Ostego Bay Foundation offers Working Waterfront Tours of the San Carlos Island shrimp fleet from 9 a.m.-noon every Wednesday. Tours provide an up close and personal look at the shrimping industry, plus a visit to the Marine Science Center Museum. $20 adults; $10 children. For reservations: 239-765-8101 or www.ostegobay.org/waterfront-tours/. ¦

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