The Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation and Lee County Parks & Recreation invite businesses, non-profits, groups and organizations to sponsor a “Scarecrow in the Park.” Entries will be exhibited Oct. 11 through Oct. 31 in the Children’s Garden at Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, and will be a part of the Lakes Park Fall Festival.  The theme of the 2024 competition is “The Great Outdoors.” Design your single standing.

By Mandy Carter For Southwest Florida parents looking for the perfect family getaway without the hassle of a long journey, Clearwater Beach is a gem just a couple of hours up the coast. With its soft white sands and shimmering Gulf waters, this popular destination offers everything you need for a memorable family vacation, blending relaxation and adventure in a way few places can match. One of the highlights of.

By Dr. David Butler Many have encountered a child fitting the picky eater description.  Maybe you have a child who plays this role.  Perhaps you are one of the parents I see who has pleaded, begged, bribed, or bargained with their child to eat the food you have prepared. You might have even made airplane or train sounds to get one bite of food in your child’s mouth.  I’ve been.

Here are some great after school options for fall 2024 in Lee County: Arts Bonita Dance Academy  Fall classes start Aug. 26. We welcome kids ages 2.5 and up to the Arts Bonita Dance Academy featuring classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, and more! Join today and experience a world where dreams come true, friendships flourish, and self-confidence soars. Whether you’re a budding ballerina, a rhythmic tapper, or a jazz.

The IMAG History & Science Center announces the world premiere of T. Rex, a giant-screen film that revisits the world of the tyrannosaurus rex. Free with admission to the museum, T. Rex is one of three 3-D giant-screen films that are shown twice-daily at the IMAG in its Sunrise Rotary Theater. Working with a coalition of natural history institutions and top tyrannosaur scientists, Giant Screen Films presents this amazing documentary.

Sesame Street Live comes to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers for one show only on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 2 p.m. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello. At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun.

By Dr. Kimberly Nicholson Do you or your child suffer from insomnia, headaches or panic attacks? Could you have recently changed your caffeine intake, or perhaps you aren’t sure? Many adults drink coffee or tea regularly and may be quite familiar with the withdrawal symptoms to expect if they don’t consume their typical amount. With so many new or newly formulated energy drinks today, it can be very easy to.

By Mandy Carter As a Southwest Florida resident, I am always looking for the perfect getaway that is not too far of a drive. In planning a special trip for my son’s 13th birthday, I decided to check out the Sunseeker Resort’s luxurious Sunsuites.  It offers an unparalleled staycation experience practically in our own backyard. Imagine escaping the daily grind without the hassle of long travel times or airport lines..

The 2024 Scarecrows in the Park will be held Oct. 11 – 27 at The Children’s Garden at Lakes Park in Fort Myers. Individuals, businesses or organizations wanting to participate have until Sept. 27 to register. For questions and more information, call 239-470-9715 or email scarecrows@lakespark.org or visit www.lakespark.org

This summer is going to be Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious as Disney’s Mary Poppins flies onto the Broadway Palm stage June 28 through Aug. 10.Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.Everyone’s favorite nanny takes the stage in this musical adventure! Young.

By Mandy Carter Legoland Florida, located in Winter Haven, offers a fun nearby escape for families. With its interactive attractions and a sprawling waterpark, Legoland Florida ensures that visitors of all ages, even teenagers, enjoy their visit. While Legoland is often perceived as a destination for younger children, the park does have plenty to offer teenagers in the family allowing everyone to enjoy the vacation. Recently, I had the pleasure.

By Dr. Nathan Landefeld It’s no exaggeration to say that the HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) vaccine is the most important vaccine we give to our pediatric patients. HPV causes about 35,000 cancers every year in the United States. HPV vaccines have the potential to save over 10,000 lives per year! In comparison, that is far more than the roughly 200 lives saved by the meningitis vaccines we give to 11.