Community Corner
🌱 How the new “Coconut Coast Corridor” could change Bonita Springs living
You won't want to miss 40 Under 40 - Presented by Moran Wealth Management & The Woodruff Institute on the Bonita Springs Patch calendar
Good morning to you Bonita Springs! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How the new "Coconut Coast Corridor" could change Bonita Springs living
- What Bonita Springs beachgoers need to know before Sept. 8 closures
Also on today's calendar: For Anyone with Parkinson's Disease and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 75.
- Thursday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 94 and low of 76 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 'Coconut Coast Corridor' emerges in SW Florida. What's new and coming? (naplesnews.com) — Major growth is reshaping the Estero–Bonita Springs "Coconut Coast Corridor," with new mixed-use projects, luxury condos, and retail directly affecting traffic, housing, and business options for Bonita Springs residents. From Midtown at Bonita and downtown bar openings to a new youth ninja gym and rebranded realtors group, the area is rapidly becoming its own destination market. 
• Fort Myers, Bonita Beach parking limited as hurricane restoration begins 4 years after Ian (news-press.com) — Starting Sept. 8, Bonita Beach Park and Little Hickory Island Beach Park will close for yearlong Hurricane Ian restorations, limiting parking and shifting Bonita Springs visitors to alternate access points. Residents are urged to use LeeTran's Ultra On Demand service from the Center of Bonita Springs and other transit options while new boardwalks, restrooms, and parking lots are rebuilt.
📸 Around Bonita Springs
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bonita Springs
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★ Featured events ★
- 40 Under 40 - Presented by Moran Wealth Management & The Woodruff Institute →
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa, 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs
Thursday September 10
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Other local events
- Marine and Environmental Resources Task Force (MERTF) 10:00 AM →
Town Hall - Council Chambers, 6231 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach
10:00 am - City Council Budget Hearing & Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers, 9101 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs
5:30 pm - Island Matinee
Fort Myers Beach Public Library, 2755 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach
1:00 pm - Basketball Game 3 vs Bonita Charter (Home)
Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, FL 34135
5:30 pm - FREE BONITA SPRINGS BUSINESS NETWORKING →
Pino's Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen, 24600 South Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs - LWVLee Bonita Springs Candidate Forum and Ballot Measures →
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs - SCULPTED X SUGARSHACK →
Sugarshack Downtown, 27421 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs - Lightworx Paddle & Flow: Paddleboarding, Sandbar Yoga & Sound Healing →
Mike's Coastal Expeditions, LLC, 26083 Hickory Boulevard, Bonita Springs - Saturday Sampling at The Roastery →
Grumpy Goat Coffee, 28280 Old 41 Rd #M-11, Bonita Springs
9:00 am - For Anyone with Parkinson's Disease →
11:00 am - Golden Hour Yoga Retreat at Shangri-La Springs →
Shangri-La Springs, 27750 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
Sunday September 13
📣 Bonita Springs Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- looking for cleaning person for ABNB rental in bonita small 1 bedroom unit .
pls in box me for more information . thank you (Nextdoor East Terry Street)
- Troon posted a job opening for Executive Chef in Bonita Springs. Apply here.
- Fox Restaurant Concepts posted a job opening for Busser in Estero. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bonita Springs here.
🗞 Nearby News
Estero
- Shaping Estero's Health: Visionary Leadership & Breakthrough Care (esterotoday.com)
- 92.5 FOX News holds 9/11 Field of Flags at 3 Southwest Florida locations (winknews.com)
- Leaving a legacy at Lee Health (floridaweekly.com)
Fort Myers Beach
- Bash on the Bay brings new Labor Day tradition to Fort Myers Beach (winknews.com)
- Fort Myers Beach boat races are back this week with some changes (news-press.com)
Ok Bonita Springs! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She had mittens! (Thank you April M. for sending it in!)
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