PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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Lee County Parks & Recreation PROGRAM GUIDE 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS T H E N AT U R A L P L A C E T O L E A R N A N D P L AY
GENERAL INFORMATION
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
This Spring and Summer season is full of exciting things to do for everyone in Lee County. We
have added many new programs and classes at our recreation and community centers. Summer
Camp 2019 will provide affordable day camp to over 1,000 children in Lee County at 14
different campsites. Spring training season is coming to Jetblue Park and CenturyLink Stadium.
Our four community pools are gearing up for the busy season, including the newly constructed
North Fort Myers Community Pool.
Additionally, the Lehigh Acres Senior Citizen Center was recently integrated into the Lee
County Parks & Recreation Department. For many years, the senior center has offered quality
programs for the senior community in Lehigh Acres and we look forward to continuing this
tradition. We are excited to welcome the members and amazing staff of the center to our Parks
& Recreation family!
The Program Guide is a twice-yearly brochure we use to share information about our upcoming
programs in our recreation centers and parks. For even more information you should look to
Director of Parks & Recreation
our website, where we post updates and news as it happens. Please take some time to browse
Jesse Lavender
through this brochure and spend this season out in nature enjoying our parks and beaches,
leeparks@leegov.com
soaking up the sun and having fun!
(239) 533-7275
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
We commit to build upon the collaborative relationship we have maintained
over the years between Lee County government and the community we serve.
We work to do that better each and every day as we move forward with new
projects, programs and activities. We strive to maintain open communication
through publications like this, online through our website and social media, and
in person at our parks. We want to know what’s most important to you, so reach
out to us whenever and wherever you see us!
ADDRESS CONTACT Parks & Recreation News
Administration Office leeparks@leegov.com Something is always happening in your parks,
Terry Park www.leeparks.org on your beaches and at your recreation
3410 Palm Beach Blvd. (239) 533-7275 centers. Follow us on social media and check
Fort Myers, FL 33916 leeparksandrecreation our website for updates.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
www.leeparks.org/volunteers | (239) 707-0876 | VolunteerServices@leegov.com
Volunteering with Lee County Parks & Recreation is rewarding and fun with a variety of different volunteer opportunities!
Corporate/Group Service Projects | Environmental Education | Special Events | Sporting Events | Land Stewardship
Office Assistance | Mentoring | Tutoring | Sports and Coaching | Gardening
Teaching | Park Beautification | Special Projects
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 SUMMER CAMP 2019
6 R E C R E AT I O N A N D C O M M U N I T Y C E N T E R M A P
8 E S T E R O R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R P R O G R A M S
10 N O R T H F O R T M Y E R S R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R P R O G R A M S
12 V E T E R A N S R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R P R O G R A M S
14 WA - K E H AT C H E E R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R P R O G R A M S
16 COMMUNITY CENTER PROGRAMS
18 SWIMMING POOL MAP
19 SWIMMING POOL PROGRAMS
20 PA R K M A P
22 P R E S E RV E , B E A C H A N D D O G PA R K M A P
24 PA R K A N D P R E S E RV E P R O G R A M S
26 S P O RT S C O M P L E X A N D S TA D I U M M A P
27 S P O R T S A N D AT H L E T I C S P R O G R A M S
28 B O AT R A M P A N D P A D D L E C R A F T M A P
29 T H E G R E AT C A L U S A B L U E WA Y
30 U F / I FA S E X T E N S I O N S E RV I C E S
31 A N N U A L PA R K I N G S T I C K E R
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES
Lee County Parks & Recreation strives to ensure that all individuals are ACCURACY AND ADVERTISING STATEMENT
provided with leisure and recreational opportunities that allow individuals Lee County Parks & Recreation makes a sincere effort to ensure the
to perform at their highest level of ability. We welcome people with information and prices presented in the Program Guide are accurate,
disabilities into all of our recreation programs and services through but certain circumstances may arise to change the programs, events and
inclusion and voluntary specialized programs. We will comply with the prices listed. Lee County Parks & Recreation reserves the right to cancel
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination or change any programs or fees. Acceptance of advertising or articles
of programs, services and activities for individuals with disabilities. does not constitute an endorsement of the product or services advertised.
Lee County Parks & Recreation reserves the right to reject any ad for
Parks & Recreation will make modifications in policies, practices any reason and assumes no financial responsibility for any errors in
and procedures, and provide appropriate aids and services leading advertising.
to effective communication when necessary to avoid discrimination
against people with disabilities; unless the modification or request would CANCELLATION POLICIES
cause a fundamental alteration to the nature of the program, or impose Refunds will be issued for cancellations made 72 hours in advance of
a financial or administrative burden. Requests for auxiliary aids or the start of the program. A $10 processing fee applies per transaction
service for effective communication, or a modification of policies and canceled. No refunds will be made for dismissals from a program based
procedures to participate in a Lee County Parks & Recreation program, on a behavior management circumstance. Refunds will be issued for a
service or activity should be made to the ADA Coordinator as soon as facility rental cancellation made 72 hours in advance of the reservation.
possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled program or A $10 fee applies for each facility reservation canceled. Cancellation
event. Accommodation requests can be made by contacting Terri Farrell, requests are not accepted via email. You must call the location or
tfarrell@leegov.com or (239) 533-7515 for more information. (239) 533-7275 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
SUMMER CAMP 2019
TRADITIONAL S P E C I A LT Y
GENERAL
INFORMATION CAMPS CAMPS
Summer Camp may be limited capacity at Boca Grande Community Center SLOUGH SECRETS CAMP
different locations and may require a $10 Estero Recreation Center Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
lifetime membership to participate. Camp is Matlacha Community Center June 17- 21, 2019
available per week, per child with varying North Fort Myers Recreation Center 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – $75 per child (ages 8-9)
fees depending on the camp. Olga Community Center Campers experience boardwalk explorations,
Veterans Park Recreation Center scavenger hunts, and other activities to find out
Weeks of Camp Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center how animals and plants work together to make
Camp runs Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-6 – $75 per child (Completed Kindergarten-5th the Slough such a special place.
p.m. The hours and weeks for specialty Grade)
camps may vary from standard camps. These camps offer a full day of excitement. SUMMER NATURALISTS CAMP
They are the kind of camps you remember when Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
Week 1 June 10-June 14, 2019 you went to day camp. Day camp activities July 8-12, 2019
Week 2 June 17-June 21, 2019 include arts and crafts, sports, organized 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – $75 per child (ages 10-12)
Week 3 June 24-June 28, 2019 games, quiet play, educational speakers, water Campers learn nature awareness techniques
Week 4 Juy1-July 5, 2019 *no camp July 4 activities, outdoor activities and field trips. to notice wildlife, identify animal signs and
Week 5 July 8-July 12, 2019 Safety is our number one concern, so our understand how their presence can influence
Week 6 July 15-July 19, 2019 staff-to-camper ratio is 1-to-15 or less. Some animals’ behavior.
Week 7 July 22-July 26, 2019 of our camp locations have numerous outdoor
Week 8 July 29-August 2, 2019 activities, while others have a combination of WILDERNESS EXPLORERS CAMP
both indoor/outdoor activities. As a part of Lee Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
Registration opens February 25, 2019 County Parks & Recreation’s commitment to July 22-26, 2019
Registration can be done online at fitness and environment, all camps will have 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – $75 per child (ages 13-16)
www.leeparks.org or by phone. A $10 outdoor activities each day. Camp fees include Campers challenge themselves in the areas of
lifetime membership may need to be field trip costs. tracking, animal study, awareness and primitive
purchased in-person prior to registration. skills. Examples of skills include fiber twining,
Call the camp directly or call the Parks & TEEN CAMPS shelter building and fire by friction.
Recreation main line (239) 533-7275.
Estero Recreation Center ECO-DETECTIVES CAMP
Cancellations North Fort Myers Recreation Center Manatee Park
A non-refundable $10 processing fee, per Veterans Park Recreation Center June 10-14 & June 24-28
transaction will be applied to cancellations Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center 9 a.m.-4 p.m. – $75 per child (ages 12-15)
received 14 days or more prior to the – $75 per child (6th-8th Grade) Campers will spend the week learning about the
beginning of the session. This is not your typical camp! Middle schoolers many ecosystems represented in Manatee Park.
Any cancellation made less than 14 days will participate in “non-traditional” activities They will go on outdoor adventures including
prior to the session of camp starting will be geared towards their interest. Each camp offers kayak trips and field trips. There will be
refunded only 50% of the session fee. a variety of weekly themes in order to provide speakers and activities that educate and inspire
Any cancellations made on or after the focus on a particular topic. Activities will your camper to care for the world around them!
session has started will not be entitled to a be tied to the theme and will include indoor
refund. and outdoor activities, games, adventures, ECO-TOURING CAMP
swimming, field trips and much more. Manatee Park
July 15-July 19
9 a.m.-4 p.m. – $100 per child (ages 12-15)
Campers will travel via county vans to various
parks, preserves and refuges located within
Lee County. This camp will incorporate the
natural beauty of our local upland, wetland and
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coastal dune ecosystems as outdoor classrooms.
Experiential and hands on activities will teach
environmental awareness.
CAMP TAHINI-HATCHEE
Lakes Park
All eight weeks
8 a.m.-6 p.m. – $75 per child (3rd-6th Grade)
Campers will have a full day of excitement
and activities in this primarily outdoor camp at
Lakes Park.
JR. LIFEGUARD CAMP
Lehigh Community Pool
North Fort Myers Community Pool
Pine Island Community Pool
San Carlos Community Pool CAMP LOCATIONS
June 18-June 22 and July 16-July 20
– $100 per child Karl Drews Special Needs Center Olga Community Center
The Junior Lifeguard Program explores what 18412 Lee Rd., Fort Myers, FL 33967 2325 South Olga Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33905
it takes to be a lifeguard. The camp covers
water safety, rescues, CPR/first aid, role of Boca Grande Community Center Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
a lifeguard, physical fitness training, stroke 131 First Street West, Boca Grande, FL 33921 7751 Penzance Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33966
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1. ESTERO RECREATION CENTER (239) 533-1470 6. KARL DREWS HOUSE (239) 432-2031
9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero, FL 33928 | Indoor Gymnasium, 8220 Sanibel Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33967
Workout Room, Game Room
7. ALVA COMMUNITY CENTER (239) 728-2882
2. NORTH FORT MYERS RECREATION CENTER 21471 North River Road, Alva, FL 33920
(239) 533-7200 | 2000 North Recreation Park Way, North Fort
Myers, FL 33903 | Indoor Gymnasium, Workout Room, Game Room 8. BOCA GRANDE COMMUNITY CENTER (941) 964-2564
131 First Street West, Boca Grande, FL 33921
3. VETERANS PARK RECREATION CENTER (239) 369-1521
55 Homestead Road South, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 | Indoor 9. BUCKINGHAM COMMUNITY CENTER (239) 369-1521
Gymnasium, Workout Room, Game Room 4940 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL 33905
4. WA-KE HATCHEE RECREATION CENTER (239) 432-2154 10. MATLACHA COMMUNITY CENTER (239) 283-4110
16760 Bass Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 | Indoor Gymnasium, 4577 Pine Island Road NW, Matlacha, FL 33993
Workout Room, Game Room
11. OLGA COMMUNITY CENTER (239) 728-2882
5. KARL J. DREWS COMMUNITY CENTER (239) 267-2181 2325 South Olga Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33905
18412 Lee Road, Fort Myers, FL 33967
12. LEHIGH ACRES SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER (239) 369-5355
219 Plaza Drive, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Memberships, registration and cost for programs may vary. Check online for the most accurate information. www.leeparks.org Lifetime Membership A $10 individual or $25 family lifetime membership is available for our four recreation centers. This membership is required for participation in programs that take place in any of the four recreation centers. Weight Room Membership Each of the four recreation centers has a small weight room available for an additional fee. One Month $20 Six Months $80 One Year $120
ESTERO RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS
Recreation Center - 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero, FL 33928 | (239) 533-1470 | www.leeparks.org/estero
FITNESS KICKBOXING TAE KWON DO
Monday & Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 4:30 or
CLASSES Friday at 6 p.m. – $60/month 6:30 p.m. – $75/month ($14 discount for each
Kick-boxing refers to the martial arts sport of additional family member).
JAZZERCISE – LO DANCE MIXX kicking and punching. Kick-boxing is often This class is for ages six and up. Adults will
Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 8 or practiced for self-defense, general fitness or as a have special emphasis placed on exercise,
9:15 a.m. – $28/month for one day per week, full contact sport. stretching, and self-defense. Children will have
$40/month for three or $10/drop in fun while they learn self-control through the
Torch fat, sculpt lean muscle and crush calories GENTLE FLOW YOGA martial arts discipline.
with this high intensity workout that mixes Tuesday & Thursday at 9:30 a.m. –
dance-based cardio with strength training. $36/month for one day per week, $64/month TAE KWON DO-HAPKIDO
Fresh pulse-pounding music and body-blasting for two, or $10/drop in Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. – $25/month
moves bring the intensity to transform your Build strength and improve flexibility as you Hapkido contains both long and close-range
body, boost your mood and ignite your energy! transition at a relaxed pace through a series of fighting techniques, utilizing jumping kicks and
meaningful Yoga poses. Ideal for beginners to percussive hand strikes at longer ranges and
PARKINSON’S EXERCISE CLASS learn correct alignment, proper breathing in the pressure point strikes, joint locks or throws at
Monday & Wednesday at 11 a.m. – Free postures and meditation practices. closer fighting distances.
Aside from working with your doctor on an
ongoing plan primarily involving medications, CHAIR YOGA TANG SOO DO
one of the most important things you can do is Tuesday & Thursday at 11 a.m. – $32/month Tuesday & Thursday, Ages 5-7 at 4:30 p.m.,
exercise. for one day per week or $48/month for two and 8+ at 5:15 p.m. – $69/month for one
Chair Yoga is a gentle stretching routine that is family member, $110/month for two, or
PULL NO PUNCHES appropriate for all levels seeking better health $128/month for three.
Friday at 10:45 a.m. – $32/session and well-being. Poses are practiced seated or Tang Soo Do will help build and increase
Now offering circuit styled boxing classes to with the support of a chair; other props may confidence, moral character, discipline, self-
help those battling Parkinson’s. Our class will include blocks and a strap. Some benefits awareness, self-respect and focus. All students
focus on gait, balance, coordination, strength may include: improved circulation, strength, will immediately start growing in mind, body,
and flexibility. This one hour class is designed flexibility, lower blood pressure, increased and character.
to challenge your body, mind and spirit in a happiness and optimism and a better body
positive environment. Research substantiates image. DANCE CLASSES
that intense exercise can delay and even reverse
the symptoms of Parkinson’s. TAI CHI ADULT TAP DANCING
Intermediate - Tuesday at 9 a.m. Intermediate/Advanced Tap: Tuesday at 4 or
CARDIO, STRENGTH & TONE Beginners – Tuesday at 10 a.m. - $24/month 5:30 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 8:15 or Tai Chi is a great class that includes multiple Beginners Tap: Thursday at 9:30 or 10:30
9:30 a.m. – $39/month or $5/drop in health benefits including lower blood pressure, a.m. - $44/month
This class uses 30 minutes of standing aerobic reduced depression and anxiety, improved It’s fun! It’s healthy! Builds strong bones, great
exercises to promote good heart health followed balance, coordination and more. exercise, and helps with balance and rhythm.
by 30 minutes of resistance and flexibility
training to help improve muscular strength.
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TUMBLING & DANCEOGRAPHY ESTERO ART LEAGUE FUN DAYS
Thursday at 3:45 p.m. – $55/month Monday & Thursday at 9 a.m. Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22
This class teaches choreography, urban ballet, Art classes include wire wrapped jewelry, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day
theatrical dance and jazz style dance. Dances abstract and mixed media painting, oils, acrylics Come spend your teacher in-service days
are combined with tumbling to build physical and draw-to-paint watercolors. having fun with friends. Day may include
endurance, fitness, coordination skills and self- games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip.
esteem which will promote healthy living. BONITA-ESTERO WOODCARVERS Call the center for the day’s itinerary. Price does
CLUB not include field trip cost (when applicable).
BALLROOM DANCING Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. – Free Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring
Thursday at 6 p.m. – $40/month or $12/drop Wood carving is a form of working wood by a bagged lunch, snacks and a water bottle.
in means of a cutting tool resulting in a wooden
Ballroom dancing with Donald Davenport, figure or sculpture. Free instruction is provided. SPRING BREAK CAMP
an instructor connected with the USA Dance This club is ages 18 and up. Mar. 18-22 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $75/session
Chapter 6049. Every two months there will be a Come spend your spring break having fun with
new style of dance introduced. YOUTH IMPROV friends. Day may include games, swimming,
Thursday at 6 p.m. – $75/month crafts, music or field trip. Call the center for the
LINE DANCING Learn the art of Improv, play interactive games, day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip
Sunday at noon – $32/month or $10/drop in act in scenes based on your imagination, learn cost (when applicable). Hours are from 7:30
Intermediate / Advanced, Newline Progressive storytelling, explored emotions, and have fun in a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged lunch,
Line Dance Class. Must have a strong this safe and energetic classroom environment. snacks and a water bottle.
knowledge of dance terms.
THE CONFIDENT CREATOR ABSTRACT SPECIAL EVENTS
OTHER CLASSES WORKSHOP
Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 14, Apr. 18 and May YARD SALE
TABLE TENNIS 16 – $35/person Mar. 16 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – $5/spot
Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. & Saturday at 12:30 The two hour Confident Creator Abstract This is strictly a garage sale. This means no
p.m. – $40/month for one day per week, $80/ Workshop is where you will gain confidence food, produce, or business merchandise to be
month for two, or $13/drop in and learn more about your personal style of sold. Vendor set up starts at 5:30 a.m. and spots
Improve your table tennis/ping pong game artistry through abstract painting. You will be go on sale on Feb. 16.
faster! The goal of the class is to teach basics guided through the creative process by artist
of table tennis. Techniques to be taught include Heather Caldwell. Materials are provided. EGGSTRAVAGANZA
basic strokes, serve and return serve, tactics, children under 10 must register with an adult. Apr. 20 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – $5/child
footwork and equipment. Come on out to a morning of Easter Fun! Meet
AFTER SCHOOL the Easter Bunny and create an art project
CERAMICS CLASS during our EGGStravaganza. Try finding
Tuesday at 4:45 p.m. and Friday at 9 a.m. – ACTIVITIES the prize egg and win a special surprise! All
$10/month children must be preregistered and accompanied
Beginners & Pros welcome! Create personal CLUB REC by an adult. Please bring your own basket to
projects or gifts. Experienced painter’s advice Weekdays after school – $100/semester collect your eggs. Don’t forget your camera!
available. Good time to meet new people and The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. Egg Hunt Times:
share techniques for painting. Paint and kiln This program provides children an outlet to 0-3 years old at 9:30 a.m.
firings are included. burn off the stress of the school day through 4-7 years old at 9:45 a.m.
organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts 8-12 years old at 10 a.m.
BRIDGE CLUB and homework time. Participants will learn Special needs at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. – Free the benefits of recreation, healthy lifestyles,
Come out and socialize, join in on the fun! This teamwork and caring for/understanding the
club is for members ages 18 and up. environment/nature. Club Rec expects children
to participate in planned activities as well
CHESS CLUB as maintain a steady attendance. Children
Scholastic Players: Saturday at 10 a.m. regularly missing more than two unapproved
Adult Players: Saturday at noon – Free program days per week will be dropped from
All players and skill levels welcome! USCF Club Rec in order to open a spot for another
members & non-members, casual play & USCF child. Club Rec is offered only on days when
rated events, standard and rapid play. school is in session that are not a county
holiday. This program is for children in second
to eighth grade.
NORTH FORT MYERS RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS
Recreation Center - 2000 North Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers, FL 33903 | (239) 533-7200 | www.leeparks.org/nfm
FITNESS STRENGTH TRAINING DANCE CLASSES
Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 9 a.m. –
CLASSES $2/class (Nov.-Apr.) HAWAIIAN DANCE
Dramatically improve strength, power, and Tuesday at 11 a.m. – Free
GENTLE YOGA mobility, while focusing on every major muscle This exceptionally fun dance class is open for
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10 a.m. – $3/ group. Add definition, increase bone density everyone to enjoy! Hula is a traditional art of
class (Nov.-Apr.) and decrease body fat by increasing lean movement through smooth bodily gestures and
Enhance flexibility, balance, breathing, posture muscle. Music and laughter are included for a vocals.
and strength, while reducing stress and anxiety fun time.
in this class that focuses on self-control through LINE DANCE
posture, breathing, and meditation. Sessions are TAI CHI Beginner: Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. (Dec.-Mar.)
relaxing and you can challenge yourself at your Beginner: Friday at 10 a.m. Thursday at 10 a.m. – Free
own pace. Intermediate/Advanced: Tuesday at 9 a.m. – Come join us in learning new dances! No
Free (Oct.-May) partner is needed.
JAZZERCISE – LO DANCE MIXX Tai Chi develops energy (chi) and not only
Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 9 a.m. – exercises the muscles, but will strengthen SENIOR CLASSES
$15/class, $30 for 6 classes, or $45/month all parts of the body. By practicing Tai Chi,
Torch fat, sculpt lean muscle and crush calories you will gain more coordination, balance and AGELESS GRACE
with this high intensity workout that mixes confidence in moving. Tai Chi is useful for Thursdays at 9 a.m. – $5/class
dance-based cardio with strength training. both preventative medicine as well as restoring This program uses physical games to stimulate
Fresh pulse-pounding music and body-blasting health after injury or illness. the five functions of the brain – strategic
moves bring the intensity to transform your planning, memory and recall, analytical
body, boost your mood and ignite your energy! TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING thinking, creativity and imagination, and
Monday at 5:15 p.m. & Wednesday at 5:30 kinesthetic learning.
KARATE p.m. – Free (Aug.-May)
Tuesday & Thursday at 6 p.m. – $59/month Come sweat off the daily grind with this whole CHAIR VOLLEYBALL
Build confidence and self-control. Develop body workout program that will increase Wednesday 12:30 p.m. – Free
flexibility, strength and agility. Improves strength and flexibility. Invite your friends This is a great way to build upper body
coordination and balance, enhances self- and family! Please bring your hand weights or mobility, flexibility, reflexes and endurance!
discipline. resistance bands and mats to class.
SENIOR CARD SOCIALS
MEDITATION ZUMBA Bridge – Free
Friday at 9 a.m. – Free Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. – $5/class Tuesday & Friday at 9 a.m.
This ancient practice helps individuals train the Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Euchre – Free
mind and induce a mode of consciousness, to Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the Tuesday & Friday at Noon
engage the mind for the benefit of health and music and find yourself in shape at the original Hand & Foot – Free
well-being. dance-fitness party. Zumba® classes feature Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.
exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and & Friday at 2:30 p.m.
international beats. Double Pinochle – Free
Thursday at 12:30 p.m.
10 W W W. L E E PA R K S . O R GCLUBS & GROUPS OTHER CLASSES HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMS
PE Gym
ABSTRACT ART WORKSHOP CPR INSTRUCTION Mar. 19 & May 21 at 10 a.m. – Free
Last Tuesday of the month from 5-8 p.m. First Saturday of each Month at 10 a.m. – Steam
(Feb.-May) – $35/classs $75 per certification, $25 non-certified Feb. 5, Mar. 5, Apr. 2 & May 7 at 10 a.m. –
Join us for a two-hour workshop to gain There are two CPR instruction classes available. Free
confidence and learn mo re about your personal One certification class (the American Heart Art
style of artistry through abstract painting. You Association), and one “friends and family” Feb. 26, Mar. 26, Apr. 30 & May 28 at 10 a.m.
will be guided through the creative process AED/CPR non certification class. – Free
by artist Heather Caldwell. All materials are Instruction is provided by the Holistic
provided in workshop fee. Any children under AFTER SCHOOL Homeschoolers of Southwest Florida. This
age 10 must register with an adult. group of families want their children to have
ACTIVITIES a more natural childhood by seeking healthy
ART SOCIAL alternatives for play and in life. Contact the
Thursday at 9 a.m. – Free CLUB REC recreation center for specific class topics.
Bring your own canvas and art supplies. Join us Weekdays after school – $100/semester
for great social engagement! The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. SPECIAL EVENTS
This program provides children an outlet to
BLUEGRASS JAM burn off the stress of the school day through RECREATION & WELLNESS EXPO
Tuesday at 6 p.m. – Free organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts Feb. 9 at 9 a.m. – Free
Come out and join Terry for a Bluegrass Jam and homework time. Participants will learn Enjoy music, demonstrations of popular classes,
on the Rotary patio. Bring your own chair and the benefits of recreation, healthy lifestyles, free healthy food tastings and nformation about
instrument (acoustic instruments only) or just teamwork and caring for/understanding the what your community has to offer!
come out to listen. environment/nature. Club Rec expects children
to participate in planned activities as well SENIOR PANCAKE BREAKFAST
CERAMICS as maintain a steady attendance. Children Feb. 12 at 9:30 a.m. – $2/person
Monday & Friday at 9 a.m. – $5 annual fee, regularly missing more than two unapproved
$2/class program days per week will be dropped from SENIOR PROM
Bring your own greenware to work with. Paints Club Rec in order to open a spot for another Mar. 13 from 5-8 p.m. – $10/person or
and glazes are provided. child. Club Rec is offered only on days when $18/couple
school is in session that are not a county Seniors can come dance the night away to their
CHESS CLUB holiday. This program is for children in second favorite tunes! Admission includes dinner.
Monday at 6 p.m. – Free to eighth grade.
Enjoy friendly competition and free instruction. EASTER EGG HUNT
All ages and skill levels are welcome. FUN DAYS April 13 at 9 a.m. – $5/child
Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22 Come enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt, refreshments,
CRAFTS 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day goodie baskets and prizes! Get your photo
Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. – Free Come spend your teacher in-service days taken with the Easter Bunny!
Join us to help make lap robes for cancer having fun with friends. Day may include
patients in our local hospital system. games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip. SENIOR ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Call the center for the day’s itinerary. Price does April 26 at noon – $2/person
CROCHET not include field trip cost (when applicable). Seniors are welcome to come for an afternoon
Monday at 10:30 a.m. – Free Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring of ice cream and socializing.
Join this beginner/continuing crochet class to a bagged lunch, snacks and a water bottle.
learn how to read patterns, learn new stitches
and fine tune skills. Bring your own materials. SPRING BREAK CAMP
Mar. 18-22 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $75/session
MAHJONG Come spend your spring break having fun with
Monday at 11:30 a.m. – Free friends. Day may include games, swimming,
Mahjong is a tile-based game that originated in crafts, music or field trip. Call the center for the
China during the Qing dynasty. It is commonly day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip
played by four players. cost (when applicable). Hours are from 7:30
a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged lunch,
RUMMIKUB snacks and a water bottle.
Thursday at 12:15 p.m. – Free
Rummikub is a tile-based game for two or four
players, combining the elements of the card
game Rummy and Mahjong.VETERANS PARK RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS
Recreation Center - 55 Homestead Rd. S., Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 | (239) 369-1521 | www.leeparks.org/veterans
FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING YOUTH CLASSES
By Appointment – $45 per 1 hour session
CLASSES Ages 14+, Jerri Anderson has over 26 years of PEE WEE PICASSO
teaching and training experience specializing Thursday at 10 a.m. – $20/month
INSANITY FITNESS in land and water fitness. She will create a fun Ages 3-5. If painting and crafting are your
2 Sundays a month at noon – Free workout with you in mind. Call Jerri at (239) preschooler’s passion then this class will help
All muscle workout with intense cardio. No 218-1491 to schedule an appointment. them discover their hidden talents.
equipment needed. Any age welcome to come
have fun while getting back in shape! PILATES PEE WEE GYM
Mondays at 11:30 a.m. – $25/month Thursday at 11 a.m. – $20/month
YOGA If you are looking to strengthen your abdomen Ages 3-5. This class will help your toddlers
Tuesday & Thursday at 5:15 p.m. – $55/eight and pelvis as well as maintain good posture, learn basic coordination skills and some
classes, $30/four classes, $10 drop-in then Pilates is for you! Pilates is great for tumbling exercises.
This Yoga class is perfect for beginners as strengthening and toning with a focus on
well as those with some experience. Wear your core and for increasing your flexibility. DANCE & TUMBLE
comfortable workout attire and sandals. Elements of Pilates: Yoga and functional Monday Level 1 at 5:15 p.m. Ages 3-4 – $35/
strength moves in a non-choreographed, gentle five classes.
ZUMBA session. Using the mini-ball, barre, mat and Level 2 at 6 p.m. Ages 5-7 – $40 for 5 classes
Tuesday & Thursday at 6:30 p.m. – $5/class body weight resistance. Feel free to bring your Learn the basics of tumbling, dance steps and
Zumba Gold, get groovin’ at your own pace. own equipment. movement.
Zumba Fitness, the original dance-fitness party.
Zumba Toning, rockin’ party-rock hard body. SIT & BE FIT CHEERNASTICS
Mondays at 10:30 a.m. – $25/month Monday at 7 p.m. – $40 for 5 classes
PELE FITNESS – BOOTCAMP This class uses gentle movement to improve Ages 8-15. This is an exciting class based on
Monday & Wednesday at 6 p.m., Saturday strength, balance, flexibility and overall well- preparing students for squads. It will stress
at 9:00 a.m. – $30/six classes, $40/eight being. the proper techniques for warm-ups, motion
classes, $50/twelve classes. workshops, jumps, acrobatics and dance moves.
Teens (15-17) – $30/twelve classes. ART CLASSES
All fitness levels welcome. Ages 15 & up, YOUTH ART
class will meet out on the central lawn. Wear ABSTRACT ART WORKSHOP Thursday at 4:30 p.m. – $50/four classes
comfortable clothing, tennis shoes and bring a One Tuesday per month at 4 p.m. – $35 $10 discount for 2nd child
water bottle. Gain confidence with abstract painting and Ages 6-11. Paint, draw and craft in different
learn more about your personal style. Be guided mediums. Instructor will supply materials.
PELE FITNESS – BODY SCULPTING through the creative process by artist Heather Bring your creative side and have fun learning
Tuesday & Friday at 9:30 a.m. – $25/month Caldwell. All art materials are provided. new skills.
Full body cardiovascular & resistance training Children ages 6-10 must be accompanied by a
workout. All fitness levels welcome. Class will registered adult. Go to www.heatheryish.com or BASIC ARCHERY
meet out on the central lawn. Wear comfortable follow on social media @heatheryish. Wednesday at 6 p.m. – $35
clothing, tennis shoes and bring a water bottle. Ages 6-17. Basic Archery is modeled after
the National Archery in the Schools Program
12 W W W. L E E PA R K S . O R G(NASP). This class will cover everything played inside and outdoors. Bring a water SPRING BREAK CAMP
needed to start shooting a bow. Basic Archery bottle, wear comfortable clothing and tennis Mar. 18-22 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $75/session
will help to improve your child’s attention, shoes. Come spend your spring break having fun with
behavior and focus. The Genesis bow and all friends. Day may include games, swimming,
equipment will be supplied by the Sheriff’s HOME SCHOOL MARTIAL ARTS crafts, music or field trip. Call the center for the
Youth Activities League. Classes held at the Wednesday – $35/month day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip
“Lodge” in the park. Little Warriors, Ages 3-6 at 1:30 p.m. cost (when applicable). Hours are from 7:30
Intermediate Warriors, Ages 7-18 at a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged lunch,
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS 2:15 p.m. snacks and a water bottle.
Tuesday & Wednesday S.E.M.B.A.C.T. Martial Arts consists of Mixed
Little Warriors, Ages 3-6, 4:15 p.m. – $55 Martial Arts, Tai-Kwon-Do, Traditional and SPECIAL EVENTS
Intermediate Warriors, Ages 7+, 5 p.m. – $65 Olympic Style Sparring. The benefits of Martial
Advanced Warriors, Ages 7+, 6 p.m. – $65 Arts have been used to teach respect for oneself COLORED COCONUT HUNT
S.E.M.B.A.C.T. Martial Arts consists of Mixed and toward others. This respect can be keynote Apr. 20 at 10 a.m., Ages 0-11 – $5
Martial Arts, Tai-Kwon-Do, Traditional and in the development of a child’s discipline and If a rabbit can lay eggs, then we most certainly
Olympic Style Sparring. The benefits of Martial character. Self-respect and parental respect are can lay coconuts. Colored coconuts and eggs
Arts have been used to teach respect for oneself natural outgrowths of the Martial Arts training. will be hidden in designated areas of the
and toward others. This respect can be keynote This self-confidence can be carried over to all recreation center park grounds. Bring your
in the development of a child’s discipline and aspects of life. Uniform cost is $35 payable to Easter basket and join the hunt. There will
character. Self-respect and parental respect are the instructor be games, face painting and activities for the
natural outgrowths of the Martial Arts training. participants. There will also be a surprise visit
This self-confidence can be carried over to all AFTER SCHOOL from the Easter Bunny. The hunt will be broken
aspects of life. Uniform cost is $35 payable to into four different age groups (0-2, 3-5, 6-8, and
the instructor ACTIVITIES 9-11) with colored coconuts and eggs in each
patch. Bring your camera for that once in a life
DANCEOGRAPHY CLUB REC time photo. Prizes will be given for different
Wednesday at 4 p.m. – $45/month Weekdays after school – $100/semester colored coconuts.
Ages 6-16. Teaches choreography, urban ballet, The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. Event is limited to the first 125 participants to
jazz and theatrical dance. Includes learning how This program provides children an outlet to pre-register.
to create dance skits. A dance recital for parents burn off the stress of the school day through
will showcase what the students have learned. organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts YARD SALE
and homework time. Participants will learn Apr. 6 at 8 a.m. – $5/space (3 space
TUMBLING the benefits of recreation, healthy lifestyles, maximum)
Wednesday at 5 p.m. – $55/month teamwork and caring for/understanding the Register for your space now! This is a great
Ages 6-16. Build physical endurance and environment/nature. Club Rec expects children way to sell your stuff. Clean out your closets,
fitness, coordination, self-esteem and promote to participate in planned activities as well garages and homes; turn your trash into
healthy living while learning tumbling moves. as maintain a steady attendance. Children another’s treasure. Space is limited.
regularly missing more than two unapproved
HOME SCHOOL program days per week will be dropped from
Club Rec in order to open a spot for another
CLASSES child. Club Rec is offered only on days when
school is in session that are not a county
HOME SCHOOL ARTS & CRAFTS holiday. This program is for children in second
Tuesday at 10 a.m. – $25/month to eighth grade.
This is a perfect opportunity to encourage
your child’s creativity. So come join other FUN DAYS
homeschoolers for arts & crafts. Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22
All materials will be supplied. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day
Come spend your teacher in-service days
HOME SCHOOL PE having fun with friends. Day may include
Tuesday at 11 a.m. – $20/month or $5 drop-in games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip.
This is your opportunity for your homeschooled Call the center for the day’s itinerary. Price does
child to get out, get active and make new not include field trip cost (when applicable).
friends. This program is geared for children Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring
ages 6-14. Physical games and lots of activities a bagged lunch, snacks and a water bottle.WA-KE HATCHEE RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS
Recreation Center - 16760 Bass Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 | (239) 432-2154 | www.leeparks.org/wake
FITNESS LINE DANCING INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TAI CHI
Wednesday at 11 a.m. – $5/class Monday 11 a.m. & Wednesday 1 p.m. – $28/
CLASSES Come on down and enjoy a night of fun line month
dancing! Dances include country line dancing, Learn to experience meditation in motion.
BITTY SOCCER Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa and much more! Gentle, slow rhythmic movements that will
Monday at 4 p.m. – $30/month aid balance and help maintain flexibility. Tai
Ages 3-4. Sharing, team building, beginner RUNNING CLUB Chi’s calming effect can also help lower blood
soccer skills, shin guards a must. Course will Saturday at 3 p.m. – $35/month pressure and improve respiration. Classes will
focus on ball control, general rules, playing Ages 3-13. Focusing on (4x4) relays, self- include Yang Style Tai Chi, Chi Gong, and
together as a team, and having fun. confidence, as well as exposing kids to sports gentle exercise to enhance flowing movement
they may otherwise not explore. All while through your body along with the rooted
FLOW YOGA (ALL LEVELS) encouraging healthy lifestyles. We will be doing balance characteristics of Tai Chi.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday short-medium distances differentiated by age
at 10 a.m. – $85/month or $12/class and ability. We will be exploring many different YOGA (ALL LEVELS)
Flow Yoga is a continuous movement yoga, track events and some cross country events. Monday & Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. – $45/
wonderful for heating up the core. It is slow month or $10/class. Add Saturdays at 10:30
but powerful for muscular strength, hip, spinal SANCHIN-RYU a.m. – additional $15/month
balance and learning to breath from the frontal. Thursday at 6 p.m. (Children ages 4-12), 7 In Yoga, the forgotten linking of postures is
A fifteen-minute meditation ends your session p.m. (Family class) or 8 p.m. (Adults) – taught to move from one posture right into
to align your body, mind & spirit. $30/8 week session the next. There is a cardiovascular component
Sanchin-Ryu students study in a non- as well as strength and flexibility, freeing the
JAZZERCISE – LO DANCE MIXX competitive environment, studying Sanchin- mind.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 9 a.m. Ryu’s practical movements and no-nonsense
Saturday at 9:30 a.m. – $40/month or $10/ approach in self-defense. Special uniforms are ZUMBA
class not required. Tuesday & Thursday at 9 a.m.
Torch fat, sculpt lean muscle and crush calories Saturday at 9:30 a.m. – $40/month or $6/
with this high intensity workout that mixes TAI CHI class
dance-based cardio with strength training. Fresh Beginner Tai Chi - Monday & Thursday at 1 Zumba combines high energy, motivating Latin
pulse-pounding music and body-blasting moves p.m. – $28/month and International music with unique dance
bring the intensity to transform your body, Learn to experience meditation in motion. moves that create a dynamic and effective
boost your mood and ignite your energy! Gentle, slow rhythmic movements that will workout.
aid balance and help maintain flexibility. Tai
JAZZERCISE - STRENGTH 45 Chi’s calming effect can also help lower blood
Tuesday & Thursday at 9 a.m. – $40/month pressure and improve respiration. Classes will
or $10/class include Yang Style Tai Chi, Chi Gong, and
Forge the right, lean body you are looking for gentle exercise to enhance flowing movement
while the pulse-pounding playlist distracts you through your body along with the rooted
from the burn. Fire up the muscles-all of them; balance characteristics of Tai Chi.
in this 45-minute hard-core muscle sculpting
strength workout.
14 W W W. L E E PA R K S . O R GZUMBA GOLD AFTER SCHOOL SPECIAL EVENTS
Tuesday & Thursday at 10 a.m. – $35/month
or $6/class ACTIVITIES EASTER EVENT
Get Grooving at your own pace. The easy- April 6, 2019 at 10 a.m. – $5/child
to-follow program that lets you move to the CLUB REC Come join us at The Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation
beat at your own speed. It is an invigorating, Weekdays after school – $100/semester Center hosting its annual easter egg hunt to
community-oriented dance-fitness class that The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. include pictures with the Easter Bunny, our
feels fresh, and most of all, exhilarating! Zumba This program provides children an outlet to annual easter egg hunt, arts and crafts, snacks,
Gold provides modified, low-impact moves burn off the stress of the school day through and many fun games.
and easy-to-follow pacing for a healthy, active organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts
lifestyle! and homework time. Participants will learn ABSTRACT ART WORKSHOP
the benefits of recreation, healthy lifestyles, Jan. 22 at 11 a.m. – $35/person
CLUBS & GROUPS teamwork and caring for/understanding the Gain confidence with abstract painting and
environment/nature. Club Rec expects children learn more about your personal style. Be
FAMILY GAME NIGHT to participate in planned activities as well guided through the creative process by artist
Monday at 6 p.m. – Free as maintain a steady attendance. Children Heather Caldwell. All art materials provided. A
Come join us at Wa-ke Hatchee for Family regularly missing more than two unapproved registered adult must accompany children ages
Game Night. program days per week will be dropped from 6-10. Find information at www.heatheryish.com
Club Rec in order to open a spot for another or on other social media @heatheryish.
PICKLEBALL CLINIC (OUTSIDE child. Club Rec is offered only on days when
COURTS) school is in session that are not a county
Check with center for schedule – Free holiday. This program is for children in second
New to pickleball? Have questions about the to eighth grade.
sport? Come to the Intro to Pickleball, led
by pickleball volunteers on a monthly basis, FUN DAYS
to answer questions you may have about Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22
the fundamentals of the sport and how it is 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day
organized at Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center. Come spend your teacher in-service days
See the monthly facility calendar at the front having fun with friends. Day may include
desk for the next day and time this is offered. games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip.
Call the center for the day’s itinerary. Price does
SENIOR MAHJONG not include field trip cost (when applicable).
Wednesday at 6 p.m. & Saturday at 12 p.m. Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring
– Free a bagged lunch, snacks and a water bottle.
Group is held on Wednesdays from 6-8:45 p.m.
and Saturdays from Noon-3 p.m. All games SPRING BREAK CAMP
follow the National Mahjong League Rules. Mar. 18-22 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $75/session
Tiles and cards are available. All are welcome Come spend your spring break having fun with
and no reservations or partners needed! friends. Day may include games, swimming,
crafts, music or field trip. Call the center for the
SENIOR BRIDGE day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip
Friday 12:30 p.m. – Free cost (when applicable). Hours are from 7:30
Social Bridge is held on Fridays from 1-4 p.m. a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged lunch,
six rounds of four hands with Chicago-style snacks and a water bottle.
scoring. All are welcome; no reservations or
partners needed!
EUCHRE
Wednesdays from 1a.m.-2 p.m. – Free
Euchre is a trick-taking card game most
commonly played with four people in
two partnerships with a deck of 24, 28, or
sometimes 32, standard playing cards.COMMUNITY CENTER PROGRAMS
Community Centers offer programs and activities | www.leeparks.org/centers
ALVA COMMUNITY CENTER per child by Wednesday, April 17, 2019. Please do not bring hard candy.
21471 North River Road, Alva, FL 33920 | (239) 728-2882 Bring your camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny. There will be three
separate egg hunts starting with the 4 & under age group, followed by the
CLUB REC 5-7 age group and finish with the 8-11 age group. We encourage everyone
Weekdays after school – $100/semester to arrive by 9:45 a.m.
The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. This program provides
children an outlet to burn off the stress of the school day through FISHING TOURNAMENT
organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts and homework time. Apr. 27 at 9 a.m.
Fishing tournament held at the Boca Grande Fishing Pier (north end of
FUN DAYS AND SPRING BREAK CAMP Gasparilla Island). Grab your fishing pole and tackle box and come join
Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Mar. 18-22, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22 the family fun at our youth fishing tournaments. Tournaments are for boys
7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day and girls ages 15 and under. Bait will be provided (no lures allowed). All
Come spend your teacher in-service days having fun with friends. Day children must be supervised by a parent/guardian for this event. This is a
may include games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip. Call the catch and release tournament. Registration is not necessary. Just be at the
center for the day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip cost (when pier ready to fish by 9 a.m.
applicable). Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged
lunch, snacks and a water bottle. FRIENDS OF BOCA GRANDE SPECIAL EVENTS
On the green at the Boca Grande Community Center. For tickets and info
call the Friends office at (941) 964-0827 or visit
BOCA GRANDE COMMUNITY www.friendsofbocagrande.org
CENTER BBQ and Blues with Mike Imbasciani & his BluezRockerz
131 First Street W., Boca Grande, FL 33921 | (941) 964-2564 Saturday, Feb. 2 at 4:30 p.m – Free
BOCA GRANDE 5K RUN Dancing Under The Stars with Society Hill
Feb. 24 at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Mar. 23 at 5 p.m. – Free
The annual Boca Grande 5k run is back again. For more information and
to register go to runbocagrande.com. Sea Level Rise Symposium - “How High Is The Water Ma?”
Friday, Mar. 22 from 10-3 p.m. – $85 General Admission $85, $150
BIKE PATH PARADE Sponsor. Admission includes boxed lunch
Mar. 30 at 10:30 a.m.
Decorate your bike, scooter, wagon, golf cart or yourself and join Economic Summit 2019
the annual bike path parade. Awards will be given in four categories: Friday, Mar. 22 at 3:30 p.m. – $20 General Admission
Business/Commercial, Non-Profit Organizations, Group Entry and
Children. For more information, call the Boca Grande Community Center Lecture: A German Conquistador In Brazil: Hans Staden’s Epic
at (941) 964-2564. Story of Cannibal Captivity
Wednesday, Mar. 27 at 4:30 p.m. – Free
BOCA GRANDE EGG HUNT
Apr. 20 at 10 a.m.
Please drop off one bag of individually wrapped soft (not hard) candy
16 W W W. L E E PA R K S . O R GKARL J. DREWS COMMUNITY LINE DANCING
Wednesday at 6 p.m. – Free
CENTER Line Dancing is great fun along with great exercise. Oldies such as
18412 Lee Road, Fort Myers, FL 33967 | (239) 267-2181 electric slide and macarena as well as new dances like the wobble, cupid
shuffle, and blurred lines. Dances will exercise your mind and body while
CLUB REC having fun to great music. Class will be taught for all levels of dancers.
Weekdays after school – $100/semester
The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. This program provides
children an outlet to burn off the stress of the school day through MATLACHA COMMUNITY
organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts and homework time.
CENTER
FUN DAYS AND SPRING BREAK CAMP 4577 Pine Island Road N.W., Matlacha, FL 33993
Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Mar. 18-22, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22 (239) 283-4110
7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day
Come spend your teacher in-service days having fun with friends. Day CLUB REC
may include games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip. Call the Weekdays after school – $100/semester
center for the day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip cost (when The school day is done; time to join Club Rec. This program provides
applicable). Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged children an outlet to burn off the stress of the school day through
lunch, snacks and a water bottle. organized games, activities, clubs, sports, crafts and homework time.
VARIETY CLUB FUN DAYS AND SPRING BREAK CAMP
Weekdays at 10 a.m. Feb. 18 & Feb. 19, Mar. 15, Mar. 18-22, Apr. 19 & Apr. 22
This program was developed for those adults with intellectual and 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – $15/day
developmental disabilities who are living independently. Activities will Come spend your teacher in-service days having fun with friends. Day
vary, but will include art and music helping to develop motor skills and may include games, swimming, crafts, music or field trip. Call the
social skills. center for the day’s itinerary. Price does not include field trip cost (when
applicable). Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please bring a bagged
SOCIAL CLUB lunch, snacks and a water bottle.
Friday at 6:30 p.m.
This program provides individuals with intellectual and/or HOMESCHOOL GROUP
developmental disabilities the opportunity to hang out with their Thursday at 1 p.m. – Free
friends or even make new friends through organized activities and a Join us for an afternoon of fun games and crafts. Please wear closed
special outing on the first and third Friday of each month. toe shoes
MOVIE IN THE PARK QUILTERS
Mar. 1 at 6:30 p.m. – $5/person Tuesday at 10 a.m. – $30/year
Join us for a movie in the park with concessions and fun or the family. Senior quilters group meets every Tuesday. Share fun and friendship as
The movie will be announced the month before the event, so check in we work. Brown bag it and stay for lunch!
with the center to keep updated.
OPEN REC PICKLEBALL
Monday & Friday at 10 a.m., Wednesday at Noon – Free
OLGA COMMUNITY CENTER Matlacha Community Center now has an indoor pickleball court
2325 South Olga Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | (239) 728-2882 available. No black soled shoes and you must supply your own racquet
and balls.
YOGA-HATHA
Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. – Free YOGA
Learn how to manage a calm and centered state through the ancient art Wednesday 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. – $10
of Yoga. You can focus your attention away from stress into a relaxed This class combines fitness moves with traditional Yoga postures linked
state. No experience needed. together in a flowing format. No previous Yoga experience necessary.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat.
TAE KWON DO
Monday & Wednesday at 6 p.m. – $65/month
USA Martial Arts Florida instructors teach beginners the arts of
Karate-do and Tae Kwon Do. Students will learn solid self-defense skills
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