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Cape Coral, Florida Patch AM: a 5 min readCheers Cape Coral! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How to grab a free VPK spot at Four Freedoms Park
- Will Cape Coral approve over $1 million for new police tech?
- Why did Cape Coral’s fitness score lag on infrastructure?
Also on today's calendar: Makers Monday at Slipaway and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What do drummers say when they are tired? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 95, low: 77.
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 79 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Four Freedoms Park free VPK accepting registrations (capecoralbreeze.com) — Cape Coral families can now register children for the city’s free Voluntary Prekindergarten program at Four Freedoms Park Preschool, with two weekday schedule options and affordable wrap-around care. Extended care runs from early morning to early evening, plus a Lunch Bunch add-on, giving working parents flexibility. Tours are available by appointment for anyone considering enrollment. 
2. Cape Coral police seek funding to replace aging body cameras and license plate readers (gulfcoastnewsnow.com) — Cape Coral police are asking City Council to approve more than $1.15 million to replace aging body cameras, upgrade license plate readers, and enhance crime‑fighting software. The 10‑year plan would modernize outdated 3G cameras to 5G devices, bolster the Real Time Crime Center, and rely partly on federal asset‑forfeiture funds rather than new local taxes.
3. How fit is Cape Coral? New ranking out for America's Fittest Cities (naplesnews.com) — Cape Coral has been ranked 62nd on the 2026 list of America’s Fittest Cities, scoring relatively high for residents’ personal health but low for community and environmental infrastructure. Locals still enjoy year‑round options like cycling, pickleball, paddling, and golf, while national experts say better parks and recreation planning could boost the city’s future standing.
4. New ranking reveals Florida's happiest and most miserable cities: Where Jacksonville fell on the list (news4jax.com) — Cape Coral ranks as Florida’s happiest city in WalletHub’s new 2026 analysis, though it still lands only 41st nationwide based on health, income, and lifestyle factors. The study compares major metros across the state, with Jacksonville finishing last among Florida cities and struggling most in emotional, physical, and economic measures.
5. Actors from Naples, Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Marco Island, Florida (marconews.com) — Southwest Florida’s entertainment roots include former Cape Coral resident Tal Anderson, now Emmy-nominated for her role on HBO’s “The Pitt.” The story highlights Anderson’s Cape Coral upbringing alongside other Naples, Fort Myers, and Marco Island talents who’ve landed major TV and film roles, underscoring how many familiar local names have made it to national screens.
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★ Featured events ★
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Big Stories, Big Science! with IMAG →
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library, 921 SW 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
2:00 pm
Thursday July 23
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Other local events
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Code Compliance Hearing
City of Cape Coral Public Calendar 1015 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990
9:00 am -
Erickson for Mayor Joins Conservative Cocktails →
Hurricane Grill and Wings, 756 SW Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral
3:00 pm -
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Meeting
City of Cape Coral Public Calendar 1015 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990
5:00 pm -
Parent Yoga Classes →
Family Initiative-Golisano Community Autism Hub, 3221 Chiquita Blvd S, Cape Coral
9:00 am -
Cape Coral Comedy Night at Rumrunners →
Rumrunners, 5848 Cape Harbour Dr, Cape Coral
7:00 pm -
5:00pm-6:00pm Midpoint Center 2430 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL →
The Shops at Midpoint Center, 2522 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral
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Makers Monday at Slipaway →
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, 1811 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral
6:00 pm -
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Meeting
City of Cape Coral Public Calendar 1015 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990
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Waterfront Wine Club at Slipaway →
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, located at 1811 Cape Coral Parkway E., Cape Coral, FL 33904
6:00 pm
Thursday July 23
Saturday July 25
Sunday July 26
Monday July 27
Wednesday July 29
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🗓 Events Nearby
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June - July Galleries - 2026
Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
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Teen Trivia →
Pine Island Public Library, 10701 Russell Rd, Bokeelia
2:00 pm -
APA Florida Promised Land Section Happy Hour →
Celtic Ray Public House, 145 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda
5:30 pm -
Trivia Night →
Swamp Cat Brewing Company, Enter off, 1943 Fowler Street, Fort Myers
7:00 pm
Wednesday July 22
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I feel beat. (Thank you Marty R. for sending it in!)
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