Good morning, Fort Myers.

Our Mother’s Home will host its third A Seat at the Table fundraiser on Jan.

15 at Burroughs Home & Gardens in downtown Fort Myers to celebrate 25 years supporting teen mothers. Guests will enjoy waterfront dining & a silent auction with over $15,000 in packages.

The Coast Guard, along with volunteers and Cajun Navy aircraft, is continuing its search 70 miles offshore for two boaters, Randall Spivey + Brandon Billmaier, who went missing during a Saturday fishing trip and whose case has become one of the largest rescue efforts in the region.

Barry Manilow postponed his January Hertz Arena concerts to March after doctors discovered a cancerous spot on his lung that requires surgery, and he rescheduled the shows for March 16 and 17 as noted on his Instagram post Monday.

Barry Manilow postponed his January farewell shows in Florida after a cancerous lung spot was found, and he will have surgery that requires a month-long recovery; his concerts in Sunrise, Orlando, Tampa & Jacksonville have been rescheduled for February through April.

The Powerball jackpot soared to $1.6 billion and ranked as the fourth largest in lottery history, with a drawing that took place Monday, Dec.

22 just before 11 p.m. — winners had the option of a lump sum of just over $735 million or an annuity.

Fort Myers Firecats 8U and 9U teams returned from nationals with trophies and celebrated winning Pop Warner National Championships with a pizza party — a reward for their hard work.

Coaches praised the young athletes' teamwork and said they are ready for more championship challenges.

Advice

2-3 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the captivating performance of 'Advice' in a top-rated theatre.

PokeKon Fest - Fort Myers, FL 2025

10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops — $20 — Connect with fellow Pokémon collectors and immerse yourself in a day of trading and fandom.

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall — Starting at $43.02 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a magical performance filled with whimsy and Tchaikovsky's enchanting music.

3rd Annual New Year's Eve 5K

8-10 a.m. — DiamondHead Beach Resort — Registration fee applies — Celebrate New Year's Eve with a scenic 5K run/walk to support the Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club.

Cops n Joggers 5K Family Fun Night

6-12 p.m. — Downtown Jewelry & Watch Company — $30 Adult/$20 Youth — Participate in a family-friendly 5K night race benefiting local heroes with food, music, and activities for all ages.

2026 Highlander Golf Classic

11 a.m. — Bonita Bay Club — Entry Fee Required — Swing into action at a charity golf event benefiting cancer care and support.

2026 Gulf Coast Boating & Marine Expo

9 AM–5 PM (Jan 15-17), 9 AM–4 PM (Jan 18) — JetBlue Park — Free entry — Explore versatile boats perfect for the Gulf Coast lifestyle and enjoy exclusive incentives on upgrades.

2026 Gulf Coast Boating & Marine Expo

9 a.m.–5 p.m. — JetBlue Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Gulf Coast’s boating culture with a range of boats and marine technology.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

8:30 p.m. — Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony — Tickets selling fast — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the hits of Queen and ABBA.

The Creative Collective

7-9 p.m. — Florida Gulf Coast University — Free entry — Gain insights into creating impactful content through a Christ-centered lens with award-winning professionals.