WHERE TO GO & WHAT TO DO
Paint Escape (Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10am-6pm; ladies night, Friday, 6-9pm) Create a decorative item for home or as a gift. Fridays include music, wine and cheese. 808 SE 47th St., Cape Coral. 239945-2006, paintescapeonline.net
The Painted Conch (Mondays-Thursdays and Saturdays, 6:30pm; Fridays, 7pm; Sundays, 12pm) In just one evening, complete an original work of art while enjoying friends, music and favorite beverages. Materials provided, on-site artist available. 1242 SW Pine Island Road, Cape Coral. 239-673-6660, thepaintedconch.com
Sanibel Shell Crafters (Mondays, 10am-3pm) Mondays to watch this day of crafting or attend a class. Free lessons, you pay for supplies. Limited space, children must be accompanied. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 239-472-2155, sanibelcommunityhouse.net
Open Mic Night at The French Press
(Wednesdays, 6:30pm) Grab your instrument, warm up your voice, Wednesdays from 6:30- 9:30pm, Open Mic Night. The French Press, 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, No. 101, Cape Coral. 239542-0212, thefrenchpressfl.com
SoCo Second Saturday (Sept. 9 and Oct. 14, 6pm) SoCo―South of Colonial [Boulevard]―is a family event with art gallery receptions, vendors, live music, artist demonstrations and talks, musical and theater performances, art exhibit receptions and wine tastings. Self-guided walking tour, parking at Alliance for the Arts campus and Royal Palm Square in Fort Myers. After-party at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, starting at 10pm. 1400 Colonial Blvd., Suite 84, Fort Myers. 239-590-8645, socoswfl.com
Cape Bike Night (Oct. 14, 5pm) Motorcycle enthusiasts gather for food, live music and Slow Bike Race. New products and gear. 846 SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral. 239-5733128, ccbikenight.com Liverpool Live, at Cultural Park Theater (Sept. 1-3, evening and matinees) Beatles tribute show, Orlando-based entertainers have sold out theaters and corporate shows. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-772-5862, culturalparktheater.com
Fort Myers Music Walk (Sept. 15 and Oct. 20, 6pm) Third Fridays, more than a dozen participating venues feature music by local and regional talent. 855-7323836, fortmyersmusicwalk.com
Bluegrass Music at Lee County Alliance
for the Arts (Sept. 24 and Oct. 29, 2pm) American country music; Irish, Scottish and English ballads and traditional dance music. Presented in partnership with the Acoustic Music Society of SWFL. Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-9392787, artinlee.org
Chris Isaak at Barbara B. Mann (Oct. 4, 7:30pm) Chris Isaak, rock musician/actor, 1950s rock/crooner sound, soaring falsetto and reverb-laden music. He has been called the Roy Orbison of the 1990s, compared to Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson and Duane Eddy. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-4814849, bbmannpah.com
Pops 1: Classical Mystery Tour—A
Tribute to The Beatles (Oct. 21, 7:30pm) Classical Mystery Tour performs with the Southwest Florida Symphony. Some 30 Beatles tunes sung, played and performed exactly as written. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-481-4849, bbmannpah.com
Groovin’: The 60s and 70s Musical (Sept. 7-Oct. 7, Wednesdays-Sundays, evening and matinees) Victor Legarreta’s musical comedy takes you back to groove to the music of the 1960s and boogie to the ’70s. Songs include “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “Stayin’ Alive” and so many more. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-2784422, broadwaypalm.com
Alliance Youth Theatre Presents: Almost,
Maine by John Cariani (Sept. 15-16, 8pm; Sept. 17, 3pm) On a cold, clear moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. The play, a series of nine vignettes about love, is knee-deep in whimsy. Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787, artinlee.org
Outside Mullingar, by John Patrick
Shanley (Sept. 19-Oct. 22, TuesdaysSundays, evening and matinees) From the Pulitzer Prize and Tony-winning author of Doubt and Moonstruck.
Outside Mullingar follows the unlikely romance of two lovable misfits. Shanley’s tenderhearted portrait reminds us it’s never too late to take a chance on love. ArtStage Studio Theater, 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488, floridarep.org
The Odd Couple: Female Version (Sept. 21-Oct. 29, Tuesdays-Sundays, evening and matinees) Neil Simon’s classic hit has replaced the two male leads with females. The hilarity and storyline remain. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-2784422, broadwaypalm.com
Buyer & Cellar, by Jonathan Tolins (Oct. 6-15, Thursdays-Saturdays, 8 pm; Sundays, 2pm) Outrageous comedy about the price of fame, the cost of things and the oddest of odd jobs. Alex More has a
story to tell. Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787, artinlee.org
Pippin: The Musical (Oct. 12-Nov. 18, Tuesdays-Sundays, evening and matinees) Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, Pippin is a magical, unforgettable tale about a young prince’s journey to be extraordinary. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-2784422, broadwaypalm.com
Curious George and the Golden Meatball (Oct. 20-Nov. 17, matinee shows only) All-You-Can-Eat Meatball Day comes just once a year and Curious George could not be more excited to help his friend Chef Pisghetti. Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422, broadwaypalm.com
Sylvia, by A.R. Gurney (Oct. 24-Nov. 15, Tuesdays-Sundays, evening and matinee shows) When empty-nesters Greg and Kate find themselves at a crossroads, they move to Manhattan to escape the suburbs. Adult language. ArtStage Studio Theater, 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488, floridarep.org
PJ Masks: Time to Be A Hero, Live! (Oct. 27, 6pm) Heroes from the hit TV series PJ Masks are coming to town. Bring the kids to see Catboy, Oweltte and Gekko as they try to save the day from their sneaky villains―Romeo, Night Ninja and Luna Girl. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-481-4849, bbmannpah.com
Fired Up: A Juried Exhibit (Sept. 8-30) The exhibit features works inspired
by fire or in some way use flames and heat in their creation, including ceramics, glass and welded pieces. Opening celebration: Sept. 8, 5-7pm; gallery walk with juror: Sept. 9, 6pm. Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-9392787, artinlee.org
Your Best Shot: A Juried Exhibit (Oct. 6-Nov. 4) Among artistic mediums, photography is a relatively recent arrival. Your Best Shot is dedicated to photographers and photography. Opening reception: Oct. 6, 5-7pm; gallery walk with artists/juror: Oct. 14, 6pm. Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239939-2787, artinlee.org
Mangrove Maze Eco-Tour (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10am) Guided exploration of the mangrove wilderness on part of the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail. Guides are Florida master naturalists dedicated to learning and teaching the history, ecology and sustainability of Pine Island Sound. Approximately 2.5 hours. 4120 Pine Island Road, Matlacha. 239-283-1125, gulfcoastkayak.com
Fort Myers Art Walk (Sept. 1 and Oct. 6, 6pm; Sept. 2 and Oct. 7, 11am) First Fridays/Saturdays more than 10 art galleries, self-guided walking tour in the downtown Fort Myers River District core and Gardner’s Park area. 239-337-5050, fortmyersartwalk.com
Adventures in Paradise Sunset Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise (Sept. 1-2, 7pm) Wild dolphins and one of Florida’s largest populations of wading birds swoop in to roost for
the evening. Narrated by captain and first mate, complimentary soda, bottled water and snacks. Reservations. Adventures in Paradise, 14341 Port Comfort Road, Fort Myers. 239-472-8443, adventureinparadiseinc.com
Early Bird Kayak Tour (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 7:30am) Witness Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve and share information about coastal and wetland birds and sea creatures that make the estuary home. Guides are ACA-certified kayak/SUP instructors and Florida master naturalists. 4120 Pine Island Road, Matlacha. 239-283-1125, gulfcoastkayak.com
Adventures in Paradise Shelling & Lunch Cruise (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 8:30am) Cruise to the barrier islands of Sanibel and Captiva, see dolphins and seek shells on pristine beaches. Take
a picnic lunch or dine at Barnacle’s restaurant. Bring a swimsuit, beach shoes and shelling bag. Complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, soft drinks and water; reservations required. Adventures in Paradise, 14341 Port Comfort Road, Fort Myers. 239-472-8443, adventureinparadiseinc.com
GreenMarket (Saturdays, 9am) Saturdays find an exclusive selection of locally grown, caught and cultivated foods and other products. Live entertainment by local musicians and fun activities for kids, gardening classes and live cooking by local chefs. Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787, artinlee.org
Sunset Kayak Eco-Tour (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 5pm) Paddle into the calm waters of Matlacha Pass and meander through mangrove shrouded trails, discover what unique and beautiful creatures roam the preserve at dusk. Guides are ACA-certified kayak/SUP instructors and Florida master naturalists. Approximately 2.5 hours. 4120 Pine Island Road, Matlacha. 239-283-1125, gulfcoastkayak.com
Pet Walk (Sept. 22 and Oct. 27, 6pm) Fourth Fridays at Hendry Street median. Pets leashed and owners must pick up “souvenirs.” Free, no registration. 855-7323836, fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com
Car Cruise-In (Oct. 28, 4pm) From classic to cool, downtown streets in Fort Myers are lined with show cars on fourth Saturdays from 4-8pm. Music, food and beverages. Free, with many venues featuring additional specials. 855-732-3836, fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com
TOTI Media, Inc. does its best to ensure that information in this calendar is up to date. However, we still encourage our readers to call ahead for detailed information before attending these local events.