Good morning, Fort Myers.

A Lehigh Acres woman is asking local support as she cares for more than 100 cats at her home, which now serves as a rescue and a neonatal kitten sanctuary — she also runs a trap, neuter, release program and plans to build a shelter to protect the cats.

Several boat parades will light up local waterways this holiday season as the Fort Myers Beach Boat Parade returns on Dec 6 with Santa and Mrs. Claus leading a two-loop route along the shoreline—Cape Coral’s Holiday Boat-A-Long on Dec 20 offers stage shows, food trucks, and festive fun. Additional events include the 36th Annual Marine Industries Christmas Boat Parade in Naples on Dec 13 and the Island Christmas Island Style Boat Parade on Dec 20, while Bonita Springs will not host its parade this year.

The Pull the Cork wine event held on Nov.

15 at The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers raised over $500,000 in cash and in-kind donations for Lee BIA Builders Care, which provides free emergency home repairs to local families. The event featured VIP wine tastings with sommelier Heath Porter and a gourmet four-course pairing—completed by a live auction that supported veteran Lewis Freeman, who will soon receive a new home funded by local donors.

Some stores are open for Thanksgiving shopping while major retailers like Costco, Macy's, Walmart and Publix remain closed today—Dollar Tree is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Walgreens only operates its 24-hour locations with CVS hours varying.

WalletHub analysis shows that after Thanksgiving, JCPenney is expected to offer a 74% discount, followed by Belk, Macy's and Kohl's.

Major retailers including Walmart, Target, Amazon, Sam’s Club, and Publix offer Thanksgiving meal deals designed to help families save money and time; shoppers can order online with free express delivery or by ordering in advance for certain offers — prices range from $20 to under $100.

Miromar Outlets in Estero will kick off its holiday season with Black Friday shopping tomorrow, with stores open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.—the mall will also host a Kids Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and live music on Sunday.

Lee County Parks & Recreation has invited residents to submit photos of past fairs and Ag Expos for a Roots 'n' Rides exhibit.

Selected photos will be shown on social media & in the Expo Hall at the 2026 Southwest Florida Ag Expo, held Feb. 26 through March 8 at Mike Greenwell Regional Park.

During a routine drive on I-75, Mia Lombardo stopped to help an injured turtle whose head moved on the roadside—she rushed into the slow lane despite being tired from work.

The turtle received treatment at CROW where its puncture wound was cleaned and bandaged, and it is now swimming in shallow water with a positive outlook for full recovery.

Brightwater Lagoon in North Fort Myers is transforming The Hub into a winter wonderland with a synthetic ice rink available daily from Nov.

28 to Dec. 1 — guests will skate in 30-minute sessions and enjoy food and drink specials. The resort at 8630 Sunny Page Lane offers family activities alongside tropical water fun during this limited-time holiday event.

Recently, CENTURY 21 AllPoints Realty announced it will merge with Jones & Co. Realty, a firm serving waterfront communities like Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Sanibel so that the combined operation expands local market reach.

The merger boosts its presence in southwest Florida—bringing together nearly 675 agents across 19 offices and state-of-the-art technology to enhance service.

Lindsey Stirling: Snow Waltz Holiday Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets vary — Experience a magical evening of holiday classics and original pieces performed by the enchanting Lindsey Stirling.

Humberto Plancarte and Los Ávila Concert in Florida

10:00 p.m. — 4135 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fort Myers, FL — Ticket prices vary — An unforgettable night of live Mexican regional music featuring top artists and their greatest hits.

SW-FloridaCon 2025

10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops — $20 — Explore a vibrant pop culture collectors convention with fandoms from comics to gaming.

Fiorentina Soccer Camp

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Florida Gulf Coast University — Early Bird pricing available — Experience elite coaching from Fiorentina Academy coaches in a supportive environment.

The Trial Of Ebenezer Scrooge

Tuesdays – Sundays — Arcade Theatre — Tickets from $15 — Enjoy a delightful holiday comedy filled with laughs and life lessons as Scrooge sues the ghosts of his past.

Comedy Night with Jimmy McCartney

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedian Jimmy McCartney as he highlights the absurdities of life.

19th Annual Fort Myers Festival of Trees

11 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center — $2 admission, free with toy donation — Enjoy beautifully decorated trees and support local charities through festive fun.

The Nutcracker by North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts

7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Starting at $22 — Experience a magical rendition of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic featuring over 200 talented students.

Bob Lauver's Comedy Hypnosis Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Tickets available — Experience laughter and amazement at this unique blend of comedy and hypnosis.

Nurse Blake's Comedy Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets vary by package — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's hilarious new comedy exploring the quirks of healthcare.