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Things to do
Happy Cinco De Mayo!
It's Fiesta Time!
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Gulf Coast Town Center
9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers
Friday, May 5 • 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
This FREE festive event is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday! Live Performances, festive vendors, raffles, arts & crafts, balloon twisting, photo booth and so much more! Gulf Coast Town Center has partnered with Community Cooperative and will be accepting canned goods, or a $5 cash donation in exchange for each of the following: Face Painting & Frozen Mocktails. Guests are encouraged to dress up in costume (even your pets)! www.gulfcoasttowncenter.com
Thursday, May 11 continued
Baby Playtime
Fort Myers Regional Library
2450 First St., Fort Myers
Thursday, May 11 • 10 a.m.
For ages up to 18 months. Meet new friends at Baby Playtime. Children and families are welcome to explore and develop early literacy skills through free play, games and toys. Space is limited to 20 children. Arrive early and check-in at the Youth Services Desk. 239-479-4636
Fri - 12
Ants in Your Pants Dance Party
Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library
3095 Blount St., Fort Myers
Friday, May 12 • 10:30 a.m.
Shake your sillies out at the library. Get ready to twist and shout at this special dance party. We’ll boogie down to pop hits and favorite preschool tunes. For ages 2-5. 239-479-4636
S.T.E.A.M. for Kids
Fort Myers Regional Library
2450 First St., Fort Myers
Friday, May 12 • 3 p.m.
For ages 6 to 11. Meet new friends as we tackle various STEAM topics in this program designed to spark dialogue and creative thinking. We will engage in science experiments, technology, building, crafting and making of all types. Registration is required. 239-479-4636
Mother/Son Night Of Fun
Four Freedoms Park
4818 Tarpon Ct, Cape Coral
May 12 -13 • 5 - 8 p.m.
This enchanting evening for boys and moms will be held at a new location - Four Freedoms Park. Enjoy music, dancing, door prizes, catered hot & cold appetizers, refreshments and even a special photo by a professional photographer to capture the moment. Registration required. 239-574-0804
Sat - 13
Sunflower Storytime
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library
921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
Saturday, May 13 • 10 a.m.
Join us for a storytime all about sunflowers featuring songs, stories, fingerplays and a take home craft. This program is for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Please arrive early and pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk. 239-479-4636
Kitten Shower
Bell Tower Shops
13499 S Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
Saturday, May 13 • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join us & The Gulf Coast Humane Society as we celebrate their 4th annual Kitten Shower! Guests are invited to meet & greet kittens, adopt & support GCHS. Enjoy live music, entertainment, raffles & games, themed photo ops & more! www.thebelltowershops.com
Haitian Heritage Family Fun Day
The Rock Church of Fort Myers
940 Tarpon St, Fort Myers
Saturday, May 13 • 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bounce houses for the children, music and dance performances, health screenings and more. 239-931-3134
Watermelon Festival
Fleamasters Fleamarket
4135 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fort Myers
Saturday, May 13 • Noon - 7 p.m. Vendors, games, live music and more. www.fleamastersfleamarket.com
Read to Dogs
North Fort Myers Public Library
2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers
Saturday, May 13 • 2 p.m.
Join us at the library to read to dogs. The dogs are registered therapy animals who volunteer with their owner/handlers as a team to help improve the literacy skills of children. You can read down fines or just encourage a love of reading in your children with reading to dogs. 239-479-4636
Game On
Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library
3095 Blount St., Fort Myers
Saturday, May 13 • 1 p.m.
Now’s the time to settle the score. Join in the fun and challenge your friends to a variety of board games and video games. Light snacks provided. 239-479-4636
