PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

 
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PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Lee County Parks & Recreation

PROGRAM GUIDE
 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

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PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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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PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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.
PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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
development and other aquatic related topics.
Many of the skills developed help put the Junior    Estero Recreation Center                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Veterans Park Recreation Center
Lifeguard in good position for future lifeguard     9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero, FL                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      55 Homestead Rd., Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
employment. Students must have the ability          33928
to swim 50 yards without resting, recover a                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center
10-pound weight from six feet of water, and         Lakes Park                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  16760 Bass Rd., Fort Myers, FL 33908
tread water for one minute without hands.           7330 Gladiolus Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33908
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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
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PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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
PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
ESTERO RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS
Recreation Center - 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero, FL 33928 | (239) 533-1470 | www.leeparks.org/estero

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                                                   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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PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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.
PROGRAM GUIDE Lee County Parks & Recreation - 2019 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
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.

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CLUBS & 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

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(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.

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ZUMBA 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

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KARL 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
and life building skills all in a fun filled, safe, family environment.
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