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The Island Hopper Songwriter’s Fest announced Michael Ray will headline the closing pool-party performance on Sunday, Sept. 27, at Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina on Fort Myers Beach. A Florida native, Ray has three No. 1 country songs, “Kiss You in the Morning,” “Think a Little Less” and “Whiskey and Rain.” Ray is known for blending traditional country with modern radio appeal. His 2018 album, “Amos,” named after his...

The Fort Myers Philharmonic will open its 2026-2027 season with a moving tribute to the heroes of Sept. 11 and the first responders who continue to serve our community. “Honoring First Responders,” under the direction of Music Director Paul Nadler, will take place on Friday, Sept. 11, at 7:30 p.m., at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. The special commemorative concert marks the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11...

Calling all horror fans, movie buffs and pop culture collectors! Florida Horror-Fest, the premier single-day touring horror convention, is officially making its way to Southwest Florida. On Saturday, Sept. 19, the DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops will transform into the ultimate regional hub for all things spooky, offering an immersive day of buying, selling, and community fandom. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Florida Horror-Fest is...

An annual late-summer dining event across Southwest Florida is returning for its biggest year yet while celebrating a major milestone. Sizzle Dining, which is marking its 10th year, will run the entire month of September, encouraging the community to “save, support, and celebrate.” The event gives participants a chance to indulge in Southwest Florida flavors and delectable cuisines, as foodies have the opportunity to dine at a record-high number of...

Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina will celebrate Labor Day weekend (Sept. 5-7) with four days of live entertainment, interactive competitions and waterfront fun.The festivities will kick off on Friday with live music from Joey Klima from noon to 3 p.m. followed by More Better Band from 6 to 9 p.m. Based in South Florida, The More Better Band is a high-energy touring quintet that puts a unique ska and...

. A sweet treat spot in Cape Coral has added another location, just in time to help residents cool down during the hot summer months.Ice Sssscreamin’ recently opened its second location in the city on July 18, with the new spot at 290 Nicholas Parkway to go along with a location on Cape Coral Parkway.Owners Zeek Rays and Esther Gonzalez tout Ice Sssscreamin’ as a premium dessert destination where they...

You really haven’t made the most of your trip to Fort Myers Beach if you haven’t stopped on your way onto the island and had an authentic Belgian waffle at the new Whym’sy Waffles on San Carlos Boulevard. Located in the Indian Creek Plaza just past Walmart heading to the island awaits a world of waffle wonder inside Belgium natives Sybille Hanquet and Julien Vandecasteele’s storefront. Freshly-baked Liege and Belgian...

What’s Up FMB, the Fort Myers Beach business association, is bringing back the Mullet Festival to the island this Saturday. A daylong pub crawl and interactive competition will take place, with a dozen participating businesses. The daylong event is expected to include prizes and contests, a best mullet contest, along with specials at local restaurants and watering holes.At each of the 12 locations taking part, there will be a contest...

The Cape Coral Museum of History is celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary with a new exhibit.Salute to America – 250th Anniversary exhibit is centered around the key moments that shaped America over the last 250 years.The exhibit’s display begins in 1776 with the signing of the declaration and continues through the years including World War I and II, Apollo 11, and many more interesting moments.The Cape Coral Museum of History...