March

Things to do

Ongoing

Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair

Lee Civic Center

11831 Bayshore Rd, North Fort Myers

Through March 5

Rides, cotton candy, clowns, shows and events. An excellent time for all ages. Parking is FREE. www.swflcfair.com

Wed - 1

Preschool Wednesdays: Animal Defenses!

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium

3450 Ortiz Ave., Fort Myers

Wednesday, March 1 • 10 a.m.

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. for our Preschool Program! Why do bees sting? Are all snakes venomous? Can chameleons really change colors? Come learn all about the different adaptation's animals have to help protect themselves from danger! This program will include a craft, activity exploration stations & a live animal encounter Designed to capture a preschooler's sense of curiosity and cultivate a connection to the natural world, each program will include a story, craft, and either a short hike or live animal encounter. Ages 3-5 • CNCP Members $7 | Non-Members $10. The price is per child and includes one adult per child. It does not include museum admission. 239-275-3435

Fri - 3

Indoor Obstacle Course

Four Freedoms Park

4818 Tarpon Ct, Cape Coral

Friday, March 3 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Each month we will design a new course with different obstacles to make each course exciting! They will include a child-size indoor rock climbing wall and zipline, balance beam, hula hoops, balancing balls and indoor bounce house! $10. 239-574-0804

Sat - 4

Kids Fishing Event

Bass Pro Shops

10040 Gulf Center Dr, Fort Myers

Saturday, March 4 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Come out to Bass Pro Shops the first Saturday of every month from 10am to 1pm and fish on the back lake (catch and release)! Earn your First Fish Award if this is your first time fishing with us! Inspiring everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the outdoors! 239-461-7800

Annual Safe Kids Day

Golisano Children’s Hospital, 9981 South Healthpark Dr., Fort Myers www.GolisanoChildrensSWFL.org

Saturday, March 4 • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In addition to a DJ and food trucks, families will be able to participate in interactive demonstrations and games.

In-Store Kids Workshops - Pinball

Home Depot - Local Home Depot locations

Saturday, March 4 • 9 a.m. to noon

Time to pull out your apron! Kids Workshops are back in-store. Join us on the first Saturday of every month for this fun, free event. HomeDepot.com/Workshops.

Farmer Joe's Strawberry Festival

1401 SW Pine Island Road, Cape Coral

Saturday, March 4 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Face painting, bounce house, obstacle course and a pie eating contest....and of course, strawberries! 239-510-4385

Storytime

Barnes & Noble Marketplace SC

13751 Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers

Saturday, March 4 • 11 a.m.

Join us as we read stories to your little ones every Saturday morning! 239-437-0654

Sun - 5

Night Hike

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium

3450 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers

Sunday, March 5 • 6:30 p.m.

Watch the sky for bats, listen for owls, and search the night sky for constellations. Starts just after sunset so wear close-toed shoes and be prepared for rain and mosquitoes. These night hikes are an awesome educational experience, while wonderful for most ages, it may not be appropriate for very young children. $15. Recommended 6+. 239-275-3435

Young Eagles Rally & Pancake Breakfast

EAA Chapter 66 House at Page Field

5200 Captain Channing Page Dr., Fort Myers

Sunday, March 5 • 8 a.m.

The Young Eagles program is designed to introduce youth, ages 11-17 to general aviation. The Young Eagles first flight program is free of charge thanks to the generosity of our pilots and ground crew. The minimum age to fly is 11 years old. A parent or legal guardian must be present to sign the waiver and be on-site during the flight. Children younger than 11 may participate in the instruction class and walk around the aircraft but they cannot fly. A pancake breakfast is also available for $6 per person. Questions, email youngeagles66@gmail.com.

Mon - 6

Chess Anyone?

East County Regional Library

881 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres

2 p.m. Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27

Rise to the chess challenge and join the fun. Chess enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. Bring your own chess set or use one of ours. 239-479-4636

Tiny Art Show Kits (teen)

Northwest Regional Library, 519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral March 6 - 31

Create a tiny masterpiece and display your artistic talent at the library’s Tiny Art Show. Beginning March 6, pick up an art kit in the Teen Zone. Kits contain a mini canvas and art supplies. Create your art at home or in the library and then return it by March 31 for display in April. Kits are available first come, first served and while supplies last. 239-479-4636

Tue - 7

Shake It Up Toddlers

Fort Myers Regional Library, 2450 First St., Fort Myers

Tuesday, March 7 • 10 a.m.

Join us for a jamming good time as we read books inspired by music. Children will have the opportunity to play with kid-sized instruments as they learn about different musical sounds. Space is limited. Check-in at the Youth Services Desk. 239-479-4636

Retro Wii Game Night (teen)

Fort Myers Regional Library, 2450 First St., Fort Myers

Tuesday, March 7 • 4 p.m.

Rock out to music from the 1980s and 90s while playing Guitar Hero. 239-479-4636