Good morning, Fort Myers.

The City and River District Alliance will host a two-day celebration downtown with an Americana art walk and live concerts starting Friday, July 3 at 5 p.m. and a patriotic ceremony with fireworks & a drone show on Saturday, July 4 for free family fun.

United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades seeks $1.6M in donations to avert cuts — the One in a Million campaign urges residents to help close the funding gap.

Matlacha Isles resident Ed Thompson has developed Rock Bloks, a small plastic device that fits between wall studs and baseboards to divert flood water and help homeowners avoid costly repairs; the invention is patent pending and may cost about $1,000 to $1,500 per home.

Southwest Airlines will expand Florida service starting in January with six new routes and 28 returning winter seasonal routes, including flights from Fort Myers and Orlando International Airport.

Tickets are on sale now for travel planning.

Theatre Conspiracy will open its 34th season with John Cariani’s romantic comedy Almost, Maine at the Off-Broadway Palm Theatre from June 12 to June 28.

The production features local talent and buy-one-get-one-free tickets ($36 total), offering affordable access to live theatre.

Players Circle Theatre hosts A.J.

Gurney’s 'Love Letters,' a moving play about lifelong friendship told through letters and featuring local talent including WGCU’s John Davis and Jennifer Crawford. The production begins today at 7:30 p.m.—with additional shows on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Nova Classical STEM Academy is hosting a summer camp that blends sports, STEM projects and creative activities for kids from kindergarten to 7th grade at its new campus in Fort Myers ahead of its fall opening.

Campers build confidence and teamwork (learning by doing) throughout the day.

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida announced a record removal season for invasive Burmese pythons—177 snakes weighing 8,080 lbs—using radio telemetry and scout snakes.

Biologists say efforts have removed over 53,000 lbs from the region since 2013.

Southwest Florida residents felt rare quakes near Cuba on June 8 and June 9; the U.S. Geological Survey warns that aftershocks (with a 58% chance for a magnitude 4 or greater) could continue over the coming days, even though no damage was reported in Lee or Collier counties.

Lee County will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, June 30 at 9:30 a.m. for the new Big Carlos Pass Bridge and its artificial reef — located under the bridge by Lovers Key State Park, about 2 miles north of New Pass Bridge.

Kobe Johnson & Cherldine Paul were named SW Florida Boys & Girls Track Players of the Year, and a vote is open for readers to choose their favorite First-Team athlete.

Voting will close Monday, June 15 at 10 a.m.

Bell Tower Yappy Hour

6-8 p.m. — Bell Tower — Free entry — Enjoy happy hour with your furry friends at this local landmark.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

Greg Morton Live Comedy Show

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket pricing not listed — Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Greg Morton.

Mahjong Mondays at Whiskey Creek Country Club

5:30-8 p.m. — Whiskey Creek Country Club — Free entry — Enjoy beginner lessons and open play for experienced mahjong enthusiasts.

Bingo and Bites for Christians

6:30-9 p.m. — Backyard Social — $20 for Non Members + food and drink — Enjoy a night of Bingo, delicious food, and fellowship with local Christians.

Greg Morton Stand-Up Comedy

Evening performance — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an entertaining night with the comedic talent of Greg Morton.

The Legends - Live Merengue Performance

9:00 p.m. — Luxury Lounge Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of live merengue typical music from The Legends.

Vince Gill's 50 Years from Home Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with one of country music's legends as he celebrates five decades in the industry.

PokeKon Fest

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers — $20, Kids under 11 free — Celebrate all things Pokémon at this family-friendly festival.

Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland

7:00-10:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling fusion of Irish dance, music, and cinematic storytelling exploring ancient Ireland.