Greater Fort Myers Chamber Of Commerce: Fort Myers Redevelopment Areas Arts & Culture Newsletter

Press release from Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce:

2021-11-05

Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency

Dear colleagues and community partners,

We are excited to share this monthly communication dedicated to Arts & Culture activities within our redevelopment areas. The Fort Myers CRA with its numerous community partners have supported arts and cultural developments in the City of Palms since 1984. We invite you to share and participate in these events. Your support is invaluable to our community.

For questions related these activities, or to share a community art or cultural event occurring within our redevelopment areas call (239) 321-7100 or email us at cra@cityftmyers.com.

www.cityftmyers.com/cra

Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center (SBDAC) was founded in 1997 by Jim Griffith as Florida Arts, Inc. SBDAC hosts concerts, theatrical performances, art exhibits, dance, independent film, cotillion, and arts education. Its mission is to nurture innovation and excellence in the visual and performing arts through these events and community outreach programs.

Location: 2301 First Street
Phone: 239-333-1933
Website: https://www.sbdac.com/

Nov. 5 – 30, 11:30 am Wednesdays, Fridays, 6:30 pm Tuesdays
(Arrive 15 minutes early to register), $16
Indra Yoga

Nov. 5 – 22, Entry Donation (Opening Nov. 5, 6 pm)
Grand Atrium: Art on a Plate
Capital Gallery: When Stone Speaks

Nov. 5, 7 pm – 11 pm, Roots Almighty
Nov. 26, 7 pm – Midnight, DJ Selecta AJ
Music on the Rooftop at Sidney’s Friday Nights

Nov. 11, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm, $30 in Advance (Doors open 6:30 pm)
SWFL Symphony String Trio: The Goldberg Variations

Arts for ACT Gallery

Arts for ACT Gallery is the non-profit art gallery, studio and boutique owned by Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. (ACT), the domestic violence, sexual assault and Human Trafficking Center.

Location: 2265 First Street
Phone: 239-337-5050
Website: http://www.artsforactgallery.com/

Nov. 5 – 29, No Cost (Opening Nov. 5, 6 pm)
Sharon Shaw

Nov. 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 27, 1 pm – 3 pm, $5 – 15
Make It/Take It Classes

DAAS Co-Op Gallery at the Butterfly Estates

We are Southwest Florida’s premier Art Gallery, featuring some of the best artists of our area. Our gallery operates in a cooperative system, which means that we all participate, collaborate, coordinate and tend to all business matters. DAAS stands for David Acevedo Art Studio. Acevedo is the founder, curator and director of the venue. DAAS Gallery holds exhibition opening receptions every first Friday of the month, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., in conjunction with Fort Myers Art Walk.

Location: 1815 Fowler Street, Unit 3
Phone: 239-590-8645
Website: https://daascoop.com/

Nov. 5 – 28, No Cost (Opening Nov. 5, 6 pm)
Art of Rodney Acosta

Nov. 6, 9 am – 3 pm, No Cost
The Makers Market Event

River District Alliance

The mission of the River District Alliance (RDA) is to promote and enhance the continued development of the historic Fort Myers River District as a hub of economic, social and cultural activity.

As one of the fastest growing areas in the nation, the RDA strives to preserve the essence of downtown while promoting the growth of the business and economic sectors that make the area thrive.

Location: 1401B Lee Street
Website: www.myriverdistrict.com

Nov. 5, 6 pm – 10 pm, No Cost
Art Walk

Nov. 19, 6 pm – 10 pm, No Cost
Music Walk

Nov. 27, No Cost
Small Business Saturday

Florida Repertory Theatre

Florida Rep is Back! Celebrating 24 years of Award-Winning Regional Theatre, Florida Repertory Theatre is a fully professional regional theatre company located in the heart of the Fort Myers River District. Performing in the Historic Arcade Theatre and the ArtStage Studio Theatre, Florida Rep welcomes over 90,000 visitors to Southwest Florida each year, to see nationally recognized comedies, dramas, new plays, and musicals. “As Good as Broadway!” -The Wall Street Journal

Location: 2268 Bay Street
Phone: 239-332-4488
Website: http://www.FloridaRep.org

Nov. 5 – 14, Single Tickets Start at $55
The Woman in Black

Nov. 23 – 30, Single Tickets Start at $55 (Runs to Dec. 15)
West Side Story

True Tours

True Tours walking history tours are not only fun, the history is documented, fascinating and often surprising. Our tours consistently receive 4.5 Star + reviews for their entertainment and educational value. Private tours are available. All tours (except The Armchair Tour) leave from The Franklin Shops, 2200 First Street.

Location: 2200 First Street
Phone: 239-945-0405
Website: https://truetours.net/

Nov. 6. 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 8 p.m., $18, Reservations Required
Haunted History Tour

Nov. 6, 11, 20, 10:30 a.m., $18, Reservations Required
River District History Tour

Nov. 1-30, Call for Pricing,
Reserve your own 60-Minute Private Session from Your Home/Venue
Reservations Required
The Armchair Tour

Nov. 1-30, Call for Pricing, Reserve your own Private Tour
Reservations Required
Private Tour

Neenie’s House

Neenie’s House is an arts and cultural emporium in the East Palm neighborhood in Fort Myers, FL. This unique venue hosts art openings, music performances, and more. The venue is available for private parties. Visit Neenie’s House Mercado every weekend!

Location: 481 Marsh Avenue
Phone: 224-678-4901
Website: www.NeeniesHouse.com

Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Noon – 4 pm, No Cost
East Palm Locals Bazaar

Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, 7 pm – 10 pm, No Cost
Jelly Jam

Nov. 27, Noon – 5 pm, No Cost
Shop Local Saturday Bazaar

Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Edison and Ford Winter Estates is the internationally-known winter home site of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Visitors will enjoy touring 20+ acres of historic homes, buildings and gardens, the Edison Botanic Research Laboratory and the Edison Ford Museum.

Location: 2350 McGregor Blvd.
Phone: 239-334-7419
Website: https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/

Nov. 13, 8:45 am, $135 Members, $150 Non-Members
VIP Tour: Naples

Nov. 13, 10 am, $10 Members, $15 Non-Members
Garden Talk: Build an Herb Mound

Nov. 14, 10 am, $90 Members, $100 Non-Members
Silk Scarf Painting Class with Marie Dyer

Nov. 16, 10:30 am, No Cost
Digital Discussion: Roberto Clemente, The Pittsburgh Pirates, and Thomas Edison’s Connection with Baseball in Fort Myers

Nov. 20 – 21, 9 am, No Cost
Edison Ford Garden Festival

Nov. 26 – 30, 6 pm, $20 Self-Guided Tours, $30 Guided Tours
(Runs to Jan. 2)
Holiday Nights Opening Night

IMAG History & Science Center

The IMAG History & Science Center is a family-friendly destination offering fun and educational interactive exhibits, aquariums, history displays, and a 3D theater. The mission is to engage guests in the exploration of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), and more recently the history of Southwest Florida. This is achieved through hands-on experiences and educational programs that further the understanding of the natural and human-made world, and foster an appreciation for Southwest Florida’s unique environment, natural waterways, and rich history. A visit to the IMAG nurtures intellectual curiosity, discovery, and innovation. Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays 10 am – 5 pm, Sundays Noon – 5 pm, Closed Mondays

Location: 2000 Cranford Avenue
Phone: 239-243-0043
Website: https://theimag.org/

Nov. 13, 6:30 pm, $150 General Admission,
$250 VIP (Registration Required), Sponsorships Available
25th Anniversary Benefit

Williams Academy Black History Museum

The Williams Academy Black History Museum preserves the history and culture of Black people in Lee County. Housed in the 1942 addition to the original 1913 Williams Academy building, the Williams Academy was one of the area’s first schools built for Black students using government funds. The Lee County Black History Society, Inc. (LCBHS), acquired the building in 1995, moved it to Roberto Clemente Park, and historically restored it, where they educate, preserve, and display the history and culture of black people in Lee County.

Location: 1936 Henderson Avenue
Phone: 239-332-8778
Website: https://www.leecountyblackhistorysociety.org/

Now Open with Limited Hours!
Call 239-332-8778 for information and schedules
Museum Tours

The venue below is located near our redevelopment areas
but not within them. We feature them as a partner in the arts to the Fort Myers CRA and other venues within the redevelopment areas.

Alliance for the Arts

The Alliance for the Arts is a vibrant and welcoming nonprofit visual and performing arts center located in the heart of southwest Florida. The Alliance is creative space that spurs and supports self-expression, imagination and equity.

Location: 10091 McGregor Boulevard
Phone: 239-939-2787
Website: https://www.artinlee.org/

Nov. 12 – 13, $25 – $100
Arts on Tap – Arts and Craft Beer Festival

Nov. 27, 9 am – 2 pm
Holiday Mini Pop-Up Event

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The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is an agency of the City of Fort Myers. Office hours: M – F 7:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 1400 Jackson Street, Suite 102, Fort Myers, FL 33901
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