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F R E EApril 2018

SAND LIFE FORTMYERSBEACH.NEWS April 2018


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Susan McFaddenCover Artist

Susan McFadden, our cover artist, began painting in 2013 following a 30-year hiatus in fiber arts. After realizing that she could return to painting, she discovered that many of her craftsman skills could be trans-lated into a new medium. She has studied on-line with painters whose styles she admires. Sue enjoys painting portraits, figures, still life and landscapes using acrylics and oil on paper, canvas and board. She and her hus-band live in State College, Pennsylvania, but have been drawn to the sugar white sands of Fort Myers Beach for almost 20 years and re-cently purchased a vacation home here and joined the Fort Myers Beach Art Association. Sue finds that painting makes her feel alive and hopes that joy is translated in her paint-ings. To see more of Sue’s artwork,

visit suemcfaddenbp.blogspot.com

“Fort Myers Beach,”

oil on canvas by Sue McFadden

2017

JOIN IN THE FUN EVERY WEEKENDTIMES SQUARE SUNSET CELEBRATION!


All MonthFORT MYERS BEACH COMMUNITY POOL2600 Oak Street, FMB. Open every day 10am-4pm. Water Aerobics 9-10am MO, WE & FR. 239-463-5759

FORT MYERS BEACH ART ASSOCIATION GALLERYLocated at the corner of Donora and Shell Mound. (3030 Shell Mound Blvd.) In Main Gallery, “Anything Goes” Show through Apr 5. Studio 2 Gallery will have The Two Bushnells Show through Apr 5. Student Schol-arship Show Apr 7-11. Student Scholarship Reception & Awards Apr 8, 1-3pm. Summer Show begins Apr 18. Free admission. Gallery Hours: MO-SA 10am-3pm through April 14. Summer Hours begin April 15: WE & TH 9am-12 noon. 239-463-3909. www.fortmyersbeachart.com.

BAY OAKS RECREATIONAL CAMPUSMembership is free for all island residents. Visitors always welcome. Open MO – FR 7:30-am-9pm and SA 10am-9pm with activities for individuals and families. Pick up a newsletter for a daily list of activities, or call 239-765-4222 for more infor-mation. Bay Oaks Recreation Center will be closed from April 18 – approximately May 18 for renovations. 2731 Oak St., FMB. 239-765-4222

HISTORIC COTTAGEIsland museum located at 161 Bay Rd, FMB, at the entrance to Matanzas Pass Preserve, houses a collection of artifacts, photos and memorabilia of life on Estero Island. Free. Open WE and SA 10am-Noon.

MOUND HOUSEExperience Florida’s natural and cultural history where Estero Island’s oldest standing structure sits atop an ancient Calusa Indi-an Mound. The Mound House is a unique archaeological and his-torical site on Fort Myers Beach

located directly on Estero Bay and offers a variety of programs for local residents and visitors. Come see this historic treasure and check out the museum store! Grounds open sunrise to sunset at no charge. Museum Open TU -- SA, 9am-4pm. 451 Connecticut Street. Call 239-765-0865 for more information.

FORT MYERS BEACH LIBRARYBooks, newspapers, magazines, Wi-Fi, public computers and fascinating collections. Visitors welcome! Hours: MO – FR 9am-5pm; SA 9am-1pm. The Knotty Bean Café is open MO-FR 10am-2:30pm on the third floor with beverages and treats. Visit the Friends Used Book Store on the 3rd floor, open MO-FR 9:15am-4:45pm. The Library is located at 2755 Estero Blvd, FMB. 239-765-8162.

Sunday, April 1EASTER

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?SUNDAY, APRIL 1

Smokin’ Bill 12-4pm; High Tide 6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

Greg Watts, 12-5pm; Sailor Larry 5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Will Kaiser 1-5pm; Lee Hagan 6-10pm, SOB’s

Frank Thompson, 1-5pm; Bill Zink 6-10pm, PierSide

Deb & The Dynamics1-4pm, Doc Ford’s

Jammin’ G’s1-5pm, Lani Kai Beach Bar

Small Town2-5pm. Outrigger

Meagan Rose4-7pm, Dixie Fish

April 2018 Entertainment Guide

LIST YOUR EVENTS IN SAND LIFE!!This calendar of local entertainment and events is provided as a FREE SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY, with priority given to our

advertisers and local non-profit organizations. Event information is provided by the venue or sponsoring organization and is accurate as of press time, but is subject to change. To have your information included in SAND LIFE, send it to

[email protected] by the 15th of the preceding month. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 239-463-4461.

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ADDRESSESBay Oaks Recreation Campus, BORC

2731 Oak Street (behind Library)

Bowditch Point Park50 Estero Blvd (north end of island)

Lynn Hall Memorial Park950 Estero Blvd (Times Square)

Matanzas Park Preserve199 Bay Road (behind library)

Newton Park4650 Estero Blvd (near Publix on beach)

Mound House451 Connecticut Street (on bay side)

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Bobby Blakey comes from a mu-sical family. “My Dad was a pastor who played organ and piano, so obviously there was a lot of Gospel music, along with Jazz and some Latin sounds. Mom played piano and my sister clarinet. All the men on Mom’s side were guitarists, and Dad’s brother a musician, so music was always in my life.” When Bobby grew up during the 1990s, he was a fan of Nirvana and even some Country, “but as I got older, I gravi-tated to music with great melodies and fun sounds, as I like that positive vibe. When I came across The Beatles, that changed how I looked at music. That led me to Dave Matthews and John Mayer, and when I play a set today, I go from Jack Johnson to Frank Sinatra to Stevie Wonder, although it is fun to play some new stuff, too.” Bobby is a Floridian, from Arca-dia, who moved to the Fort Myers area in 2001, but didn’t get into music until 2005. “I started going to open mic nights and found a weekly gig at Stevie Tomato’s. I hooked up with ‘The Drunk Monkeys’ and we began playing fulltime, going from one steady job a week to six! After a while, though, I started playing more solo, be-

cause as you get older, it loses its appeal to perform every night until 2 a.m. My wife has a day job, and I like spending eve-nings with her, because keeping our rela-tionship strong is most important!” Catch Bobby at various FMB venues throughout April: he is at the Dixie Fish House on Mondays, April 2, 16, & 30, from 5 to 8pm and Thursdays April 12 & 26 from 5:30-8:30pm; Shucker’s on Tues-days, April 3 & 17, from 4 to 7pm.; Yucatan Beach Stand Tuesdays, April 10 & 24 from 6 to 9pm and Thursday, April 12, from 2 to 5pm; every Tuesday at Valerie’s from 10pm to close; Doc Fords on Friday, April 20, from 6:30 to 9:30pm; Friday, April 13, at The Beached Whale from 6 to 9pm; and Saturday, April 7, at Cabana’s at Diamond-Head from 1 to 4pm. He also plays with the 3 Crooked Steps and the Bad Banditos. For more information on Bobby visit his Facebook at bobbyblakey. “I honesty appreciate all the places that hire me,” he says. I have played at some of these spots for years, and am fortunate to be friends with so many people at these venues. I couldn’t do it without the support of my wife, Char-ity, and my bandmates, Michael Brophy, John Coccia, Mark Kobie, and Hector Ri-vera, Jr., are great! The Fort Myers Beach and Cape Coral areas are little gems for live music, and I love it!”

Gary Mooney

That Positive VibeBobby Blakey Plays the Beach


Shelley Faith4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore

Color of Sound5-8pm, Island View at Lani Kai

Kolter & Grim5-9pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Sam DeArmond6-9pm, Beached Whale

Dave Collaton6-10pm, Pete’s Time Out

DJ TK8pm-2am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Karaoke8pm-12am, Castaways

Troublemakers9pm-1am

Monday, April 2

CYCLE 61 FITNESS CLASSES8am Spin; 9:30am Senior Spin & Tone. Beach Baptist Church. Join the spin or Senior Spin & Tone class for 60 minutes of car-dio and strengthening. Spin or Senior Spin $7/class. Instructor Sue Anderson. 941-224-8467 Offered MO, WE & FR.

BEACH YOGA9am, Beach Access #22 at Connecticut St. Vinyasa flow beach yoga. $10 to join. Weath-er permitting. Bring towel/mat, water, sunglasses & sunscreen. Contact Laura Paradiso with any questions 203-305-1661.

WATER AEROBICS9am, Beach Pool. Low impact fit-ness class performed in water to increase heart rate and improve cardiovascular fitness. Offered MO, WE & FR. 239-463-5759.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES9am Spin Cycle; 9am Aerobics; 10:30am - 1:30pm Pickleball; 10:30am - 1:30pm Game Day including Mahjong & dominoes; 5pm Zumba; 6-9pm Open Gym; Bay Oaks Recreation Center. Classes open to all. Contact Bay Oaks for program costs and information. 239-765-4222.

LIFE ALONG THE SHORE WALK9:30-11am, Bunche Beach Pre-serve. Come along and explore the shoreline of the San Carlos Bay ecosystem and learn more

about the shoreline birds, shells, animals and plants native to this diverse preserve. Wear comfort-able clothing, shoes that can get wet, bring bug spray, binoculars and camera. Offered every MO through April. LeeParks.org, 239-533-7275.

LOVERS KEY YOGA9:30AM, Lovers Key Beach Gazebo. Friends of Lovers Key and Naples Yoga Center present Monday morning yoga with in-structor Sandy McShane. Enjoy Open Vinyasa Flow (multilevel) and experience the magic of yoga in the gazebo at the beach. Bring yoga mat, water and any props you need. Arrive early enough to park and take tram to the beach. Offered every Mon-day through April. Cost $10/class plus park entry fee. 239-592-4809.

ART SHOW10am-3pm, FMB Art Association Gallery. Anything Goes exhibit on display until Apr 5. Free admission and parking. Gallery hours are MO-SA 10am-3pm. 239-463-3909.

YOUR MEDICAL CHART1:30pm, Beach Library. Join Kathleen McMillan, PharmD, and Suzanne Fiscella, PA-C, as they talk about why your past medical history is so important, the best kept secrets of medical history charting and more.

CARIBBEAN CRUISE IN CAR SHOW4-7pm, Parrot Key Caribbean Grill. Hot rods, custom trucks and classic cars. Live music, food and drink specials along with a number of door prizes. Free and open to the public. Car owners are asked to arrive early for parking and registration. Held the 1st & 3rd MO thru April. 239-463-3257.

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?MONDAY, APRIL 2

Michael Antoine 12-4pm; Smokin’ Bill 6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

Anthony Wayne, 1-5pm; Greg Watts, 6-10pm, PierSide

RaShimba 3-6pm; Collaboration Band 7-10pm, Shark Bar

DJ TK1-5pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Frank Torino3:30-8pm, Parrot Key

Steve Farst4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore

Sideshow Bob5-8pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Shawn Russell5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

Scotty Bryan5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Bobby Blakey5:30-8:30pm, Dixie Fish


Will Kaiser6-10pm, SOB’s

Jenny Ve8-11pm, Sunset Beach

N2L Trio8pm-12am, Castaways

Steve Farst Experience9pm-1am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

3 Crooked Steps9pm-1am

Tuesday, April 3

FMB FARM & ART MARKET8am-12pm, 645 Old San Carlos Blvd. This market in the parking lot next to Nervous Nellie’s will offer fresh produce, seafood, cut flowers, cheese, breads, honey, soaps, hand-crafts, art, smooth-ies, pastries and more. Limited parking available. [email protected]

PUMP 61 CLASS8am, Beach Baptist Church. Sculpt and define all muscles with this 60 min class using barbells, plates and hand weights. $7/class. Offered TU & TH. Instructor Sue Anderson, 941-224-8467

SANTINI FARMERS MARKET8am-1pm, Santini Plaza. Weekly market includes vendors offering fresh food, local seafood, pas-tries, kettle corn, cookies, BBQ and more. Held through April. www.41markets.com

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES8am SHIFT Step; 9am Yoga; 9am Body Sculpt; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickle-ball;10:30am-1:30pm Game Day; 6pm Volleyball; 7pm Yoga Flow, Bay Oaks Recreation Cen-ter. Classes open to all. Contact Bay Oaks for program costs and information. 239-765-4222.

CALOOSA CARVERS9am-noon, Mound House. Join the Caloosa Carvers on the grounds of the Mound House for free woodcarving demonstra-tions featuring relic artifacts from the Calusa culture. They will be carving some of the wood from the decades-old strangler fig that Hurricane Irma felled. 239-765-0865. Moundhouse.org

GUIDED BEACH WALK9am. Newton Park. Explore the natural treasures on Fort Myers Beach through a free, guided walk along the shore. Wear sunscreen, appropriate clothing, shoes and hats. Approx.1 hour, weather permitting. Offered ev-ery TU morning. 239-765-0865

FAMILY FUN KAYAK TOUR9am, Mound House. Fun for the whole family - a kayak tour designed for parents and their children ages 6 & up. Look for wildlife including birds, dolphins and manatees as you cruise through the mangroves in Estero Bay. Great for children and first time kayakers with instruction on land before heading out at an easy, relaxed pace. Reser-vations required 239-765-0865. Cost: $15 (ages 6 to 12); $25 (ages 13 and up) Museum Ad-mission included (Members $10) All paddling equipment provided. Weather permitting. Maximum of 12 paddlers per tour.

BOCCE BALL9am, Bay Oaks ball field. No registration needed, just drop by and learn how to play. Offered every TU. 239-765-4222.

YOGA9am, Bay Oaks. Vinyasa Flow All Levels. Experience the fitness and relaxation benefits of yoga! No experience necessary. Learn the postures and techniques in a fun and friendly environment. Mats and hand weights provided if needed. Offered every TU & TH. $12 members; $14 non-members. Contact Laura with any questions 203-305-1663.

DOLPHINS WALKING CLUB9:30am, Chapel by the Sea. All are welcome to join this informal walking club. They meet every TU through April in the parking lot at Chapel by the Sea and then walk about 30 minutes along the beach or in the neigh-borhood. Free. Questions call Parish Nurse Ann Fossum RN at 239-463-3173.

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SAND LIFE FORTMYERSBEACH.NEWS April 2018SENIOR SOFTBALL10am, Bay Oaks Recreation Center Field. Want to get outside and have some fun?, Come out to Bay Oaks field any TU or TH at 10am. Open to ages 50+. No need to bring a glove if you don’t already have one. Men & women welcome. Let’s have some fun! Questions? Call Ed 248-891-8848.

EXPLORING ARCHEOLOGY-CAN YOU DIG IT?10am, Mound House. Explore what archeologist uncovered about the Calusa Indians that lived on the Mound House’s 2,000-year-old shell mound. Handle reproduction Calusa Indian tools and weapons. Learn some of the techniques and tools that archeologists use. Perfect for families and adults. 239-765-0865. Moundhouse.org Adults $5/members free.

ART SHOW10am-3pm, FMB Art Association Gallery, See Apr 2.

ESTUARY KAYAK TOUR 10am-1pm. Bonita Beach. Learn about the wonders of America’s only Mangrove Forest. See herons, egrets, pelicans, osprey, roseate spoonbills, dolphins, and more. Includes all equipment and a Florida master Naturalist will be your guide. Offered every TU and SA. $40. Reservations required. Gaea Guides, 239-694-5513

HAPPINESS IS A CHOICE10:30am, Beach Library. Patrice Koerper will explain how to flip the switch in your brain to “pos-itive.” Happiness & well-being research is blended with tips and techniques for living on the bright side.

SHELL MOUND TOUR11am, Mound House. All about Archaeology. Go on a tour with Mound House interpretive staff and immerse yourself inside a 2,000-year-old Calusa Indi-an Shell Mound. Explore the archaeology of the Calusa and a variety of hands –on interactives. Adults $15 includes museum admission. Members free. 239-765-0865, moundhouse.org.

BEACH YOGA11am, Pink Shell Resort. Open to guest and non-guests. Bring towel/mat, water, sunglasses & sunscreen. $10. Weather permit-ting. Offered each TU morning at 11am and TH afternoon at 6:30pm or sunset. 203-305-1663

MOUND HOUSE TOUR1pm, Mound House. Guided

Museum Tours. Join Mound House interpreters to explore the history of this unique historical and archaeological treasure. Learn about the Calusa Indians and the Early Settlers as you ex-plore the gardens of the Mound House. Adults $15 includes mu-seum admission; Ages 6-12 $10. Members free. 239-765-0865. Moundhouse.org

MOUND KEY BOAT TOUR2-5:15pm, Fish Tale Marina. Leave port from Fish Tale Marina for a tour that includes both the Mound House and Mound Key. Learn about the Capital of the Calusa and the rich history of the Calusa. Reservation required. Weather permitting. 239-765-0865. Cost $55; members $50. Moundhouse.org.

NEWTON PARK YOGA5:30pm. Newton Park. Enjoy a panoramic Gulf view along with this drop-in yoga class that wel-comes all levels. Bring yoga mat and straps if possible. Offered every TU at 5:30pm and WE at 8:30am. Instructor Susan Carter, Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist. $10/class. 239-765-0865.

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?TUESDAY, APRIL 3

Terry Clemson 12-4pm; Kevon 6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

Bill Zink, 1-5pm; Jeffrey Whidby, 6-10pm, PierSide

Mary Winner Band 2-5pm; DJ Brian Savage 6-10pm, Shark Bar

DJ G-Ride1-5pm, Lani Kai Beach Bar

Bobby Blakey4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore

Meagan Rose5-8pm, Outrigger

Sam DeArmond 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

Sailor Larry5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Chris Casdia5:30-8:30pm, Dixie Fish

Busted Stuff6-9pm, Salty Crab

Shawn Russell6-9pm, Surf Club

Frank Thompson6-10pm, Pete’s Time Out

Jeff Crawford6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Anthony Wayne6-10pm. SOB’s

Steve McDougall6:30-9:30pm, Doc Ford’s

Jesse Allen6:30-9:30pm, Cracker Box

Gatlin7-10pm, Parrot Key

Clive Live8-11pm, Sunset Beach

Wayward Souls8pm-12am, Castaways

Remedy9pm-1am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Bad Banditos9pm-1am

Wednesday, April 4

CYCLE 61 FITNESS CLASSES8am Spin; 9:30am Senior Spin & Tone. Beach Baptist Church. See Apr 2.

NEWTON PARK YOGA8:30am. Newton Park. Enjoy a panoramic Gulf view along with this drop-in yoga class that wel-comes all levels. Bring yoga mat and straps if possible. Offered every TU at 5:30pm and WE at 8:30am. Instructor Susan Carter, Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist. $10/class. 239-765-0865.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES9am Spin Cycle; 9am Aerobics; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickleball. Classes open to all, Contact Bay Oaks for details on costs and programs. 239-765-4222.

FARMER’S MARKET9am-2pm, Beach Baptist Parking Lot. Large selection of fresh produce, coffee, BBQ, cheese, seafood, specialty foods and local arts & crafts. Linda Miller, [email protected]

LAKES PARK FARMERS MARKET9am-1pm, Lakes Regional Park. BuyLocalLee.com

WATERFRONT TOUR9am - Noon. Ostego Bay Foundation. Includes a 90 min. guided visit in the Museum that contains a touch tank, hands-on beach area and several aquariums and exhibits. The

Tour continues with visits to local shrimp industry locations. $15/adult; $10 children over 6. Offered every WE. Reservations required. 765-8101.

WATER AEROBICS9am, Bay Oaks Community Pool. See Apr 2.


FAMILY ADVENTURES TOUR10am, Mound House. Explore everything fun at the Mound House! Interpretive staff leads families on this entertaining and educational experience you’ll never forget! Perfect for families with children age 5 & up. $5; MH members free. 239-765-0865. Moundhouse.org.

KAYAK TOUR10am-1pm, North Naples. Enjoy the Cocohatchee River/Wiggins Pass Estuary Kayak Tour with Gaea Guides. This beautiful estuary includes mangroves and many birds, dolphins, manatees and other critters. $55 includes all equipment. Offered every WE. Reservations required. 239-694-5513 DOLPHINS10:30am, Beach Library. Join Monica Lynn for a presentation on these intelligent and fascinat-ing marine mammals.

SHELL MOUND TOUR11am & 2pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.

SOCIAL SENIOR POTLUCKNoon, Chapel by the Sea. Bay Oaks Social Seniors & friends are invited to enjoy a potluck lunch. A guest speaker will discuss, “Lifestyles to a Better Brain.” Sign up at Bay Oaks and bring a dish to share. Donations please.

MOUND HOUSE TOUR1pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.

PICK OF THE FLICKS1:30pm, Beach Library. Showing “The Country Teacher” a beauti-fully filmed drama about a teach-er who leaves a posh private school in Prague to teach in rural Czech Republic. Brief discussion afterwards. Pre-register at least 1 day in advance. 239-765-8162.

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Hollywood returns to Southwest Florida with the 12th Fort Myers Beach Film Festival from Wednesday, April 25, through Sunday, April 29, at The Beach Theater at 6425 Estero Boulevard. “The FMB Film Festival originally began in 2000,” ex-

plained spokesperson Tanya Kaish Keller. “A major sponsor was the Town of Fort Myers Beach, but in 2005, a new Town Coun-cil cut the funding, so it faded to black! The Fort Myers Beach Friends of the Arts reorganized it in 2012 because the Film Fes-tival is fantastic for business and wonderful for locals.” A small committee selects the films. “This is not glamorous,” Tanya re-lated, “as they must preview every submission to decide which ones make the cut. They release the final schedule in early April.” The Festival begins Wednesday, April 25, with the free Opening Ceremony at 2 p.m. Movies continue through Saturday, April 28, at 3, 6 & 9 p.m. The Festival concludes Sunday, April 29, with the Awards Ceremony open to the public at 2 p.m., followed by paid showings of the winning films. Each screening session is $7, with weeklong VIP Passes including the Saturday workshop at $150. Tanya said a Festival highlight is the free “Movie on The Mound” on the grounds of the fantastic Mound House on Satur-day, April 28, with the smash Disney hit family-friendly feature, “Coco!” Light refreshments will be available for a nominal fee. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, and dress for appropriate weath-er. Activities begin at 7 p.m., with the movie at sunset. The Mound House is at 451 Connecticut Street. The FMB Film Festival once again has two workshops, Tanya stated. “Kyle Thompson of Red Flight Pictures hosts the first, on Friday, April 27; with Stanley Isaacs and Alyn Darnay holding theirs on Saturday the 28th, to relate how to interest peo-ple in your film, from pre-production through completion and dis-tribution. Friday’s workshop is $30, with Saturday’s at $40, and lunch is provided with each. There is limited seating so reserve your spot now.” Film Festival sponsors include The Beach Theater, The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel, Fish-Tale Marina, the Greater Fort Myers Beach Friends of the Arts, GullWing Beach Resort and Lovers Key Resort, with additional sponsorships still available. “We definitely need volunteer ticket-takers as well,” said Tan-ya. “If you can assist, see our webpage.” All events except the “Movie on The Mound” are at The Beach Theater; to view the full schedule; become a sponsor, volunteer, or to purchase tickets or register for workshops , see Facebook at www.face-b o o k . c o m /fmbfilmfest or FMBFilmFest.com. F o r Tanya, the best part of the Fort My-ers Beach Film Festival is that “peo-ple travel here from all over the state, to enjoy nation-al and even international filmmakers. The even cooler part is that folks who live on the island can see these magnificent movies from inde-pendent filmmakers ahead of the curve. You may even discover a future star, and how exciting is that, right here in our own back-yard!”

Picture Perfect!FMB Film Festival April 25 to 29

The Movie on the Mound, a popular part of the Fort Myers Beach Film Festival, will be held Saturday, April 28 at sunset.

Kyle and Sarah Thompson of Red Flight Pictures will host a workshop during the Fort Myers Beach Film Festival. Photos provided.


ginners, with modified postures so everyone can experience wonderfully relaxing exercise. Instructor Susan Carter, Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist. Meets weekly through Apr May 3. Bring a mat if you have one & water. $10 Chapel members, $12 non-members. 239-463-3173.

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4

Bill Zink, 1-5; Mary Winner, 6-10pm, PierSide


Marty Keane2-5pm, Shark Bar


Aaron Seyfferth5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

Endre D5-8pm, Outrigger

Pete Beard5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Anthony Wayne5:30-8:30pm, Dixie Fish

Shawn Russell6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Hazy Hot & Humid6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

James Gragg6-10pm, Pete’s Time Out

Frank Thompson6-10pm, SOB’s

Jam Session6:30-9:30pm, Cracker Box

Girl Meets Boy6:30-9:30pm, Doc Fords

Gatlin7-10pm, Parrot Key

Danny D8-11pm, Sunset Beach

Electric Lipstick8pm-12am, Castaways

Steve Farst Band9pm-1am, Cottage

Radio Ghost10pm-1am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Thursday, April 5

PUMP 61 CLASS8am, Beach Baptist Church. See Apr 3.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES8am SHIFT Step; 9am Yoga; 9am Body Sculpt; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickleball; 10:30am-1:30pm Game Day including Mahjong and Dominoes; 6-9pm Open Gym. Bay Oaks Recre-ation Center. Contact Bay Oaks for program costs and informa-tion. 239-765-4222.

YOGA9am, Bay Oaks. See Apr 3.

KAYAK TRIP9am departure. Join Bay Oaks Social Seniors for a Kayak Trip to Barefoot Beach in Bonita Springs. All are welcome. $25. Call Bay Oaks to register 239-765-4222.

MANGROVES BY KAYAK TOUR9am, Mound House. Explore the winding mangrove creeks and hidden backwaters of Estero Bay as only a kayaker can. Experience the natural beauty of the ancient realm of the Calusa in this tour guided by Dexter Norris, biologist, naturalist and Mound House Environmental Educator, as you paddle through Estero and Hell Peckney Bays. All paddling equipment provided. Weather permitting. $45/person, Members $15. Museum admis-sion included. Reservations required. 239-765-0865.

LIFE IN THE MANGROVES9:30-11am, Matanzas Pass Preserve. Join Florida Master Naturalist Jim Rodwell for a free, guided, inspirational and edu-cational walk through Matanzas pass Preserve every TH. Dis-cover the diverse plant & animal life in this unique preserve. Free, limited parking.

WOODPECKERS10am, Lovers Key State Park. Join a Park Naturalist for an interesting introduction to several of Florida’s native woodpeckers. Explore some of the prime birding areas at the park. Bring your own binoculars and camera. A limited number of binoculars will be available. Free with park entry. Reservations required.239-463-4588.

INSIDE PASSAGE KAYAK TOUR10am-2pm, Lovers Key State Park. Enjoy learning about the

creatures and plants on the waterways of this State Park from your naturalist guide. $50. Reservations required. 239-694-5513

INDIAN MASKS10am, Mound House. Explore the masks of the Calusa Indians! Create your own paper mask and try on several replica Calusa Indian masks that were discovered by archeologists. Program suited for families and visitors of all ages. $5; free for MH members. Moundhouse.org. 239-765-0865.


SENIOR SOFTBALL10am, Bay Oaks Recreation Center field. See Apr 3.

ENHANCE UNDERSTANDING10:30am, Beach Library. DL Havlin will spend 90 minutes in this introductory seminar, “Enhance Your Understanding of Others,” teaching how to im-prove your relations with others, your performance in daily life and your understanding of those closest to you.



SUNSET BEACH YOGA5pm, Pink Shell Resort. Open to guests and non-guests. Bring towel/mat, water, sunglasses & sunscreen. $10. Weather permit-ting. Offered each TH afternoon at 6:30pm or sunset; also TU morning at 11am. 203-305-1663

SONGWRITERS AT SUNSET5:15pm, Lovers Key State Park beach. Lovers Key State Park and the Americana Community Music Association host a concert in the beach gazebo. A beach BBQ begins at 5:15pm with the songwriters concert at 6:15pm. This month’s songwriters: Chuck Williams, David & Carolyn Stan-ley and Joe Virga.

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?THURSDAY, APRIL 5

Mike Glean 12-4pm and 6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

Jo List 7-10pmChloe’s at Diamondhead

Shawn Russell 1-5pm; Dave Collaton 6-10pm, SOB’s

Bill Zink, 1-5pm; Anthony Wayne, 6-10pm, PierSide

Jeff Greene, 1-5pm; Chris Kemp 7-10pm, Salty Crab

Laurie Starr Duo 3-6pm; Brenda’s Karaoke 7-10, Shark Bar

DJ TK1-5pm, Lani Kai Beach Bar

John Housley Duo4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore

Two Hands5-8pm. Outrigger

N2L 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham


Mary Winner5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Tequila Tom5:30-8:30pm, Dixie Fish

Tyler Kluesner6-9pm, Beached Whale

Karaoke w/Cam6-9pm, Surf Club


Kelly Neff6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Frank & Iris6:30-9:30pm, Cracker Box

Kapo Kings6:30-9:30pm, Doc Ford’s

Frank Torino7-10pm, Parrot Key

Torched8pm-12am, Castaways

Soulixer9pm-1am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

New Vinyls9pm-1am, Cottage

Friday, April 6

CYCLE 61 FITNESS CLASSES8am Spin; 9:30am Senior Spin & Tone. Beach Baptist Church. See Apr 2. Cont’d pg.12

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By Rae BurnsTown of Fort Myers Beach Environmental & Stormwater Technician

Black Drum are a common fish around Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel, and a popular one to catch just offshore and in Estero Bay. They are the largest members of the family Sciaenidae (sigh-EE-nih-dee …. Hooray for Latin). Sciaenids have the ability to produce a “croaking” or “drumming” sound. In order to make these noises, sciaenids developed special muscle fibers that run horizontal to their swimbladder, called sonic muscles. As these muscles contract, the vi-brations produce the drumming sound. Black Drum are found all over the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of North and South America. The most common habitats juvenile drums are found in are estuaries like the mangrove habitats in Estero Bay. As they grow, they move into bays, river mouths, oyster beds and offshore areas. They will use dock and bridge pilings as places to hunt and hang out. Black Drum are the largest of the Drum fish species. All life stages of Black Drum have barbels under their chin, using these whiskers that look a lot like a beatnik’s soulpatch beard to feel out small prey. As juveniles, Black Drum are grey with black vertical stripes to help with camouflage in the estuaries where they grow up. As they hit 12 to 24 inches, they lose their stripes, and at 24 inches the stripes are gone. Adults living in the Gulf of Mexico become a solid grey col-or. Adults that stay around muddy bay waters have dark gray or light bronze backs and sides. Black Drum are primarily bottom feeders. They normally eat worms and small fish as juveniles; as adults they consume fish, oysters, mussels, crabs and shrimp. There have been studies off the Atlantic that put Black Drums living up to 60 years and weighing up to 132 pounds. Conversely, in the Gulf of Mexico, the larg-est individual was 50 pounds, and the oldest 44 years old. Scientists do not have a consensus on why this difference exists. Although Black Drum is often overshadowed by its more well-known cousin, the Redfish (aka red drum), it is a delicious fish. Black Drum is a white meat fish with a mild and sweet flavor, with firm

flesh similar to Redfish. The smaller fish tend to have the most flavor, but after reaching up to or over 24 inches, it loses flavor and becomes coarse. To avoid taking too many non-breeding-age fish out of the ecosystem before breeding, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission set a size limit that can be kept to 14 to 24 inches, including one al-lowed fish over 24 inches, with a total allowed of 5 fish per day to keep. High season for fishing is January through March and October to December, with low season June to July. There is no closed season, so you can enjoy Black Drum all year long, but cold weather brings in the most variety of fish sizes.

Field Guide to Fort Myers BeachBlack Drum

A Black Drum fish. Photo courtesy of Florida DNR.


LAUGHTER YOGA.8-9am, Lynn Hall Park (near playground). Lift your mood and laugh your stress away with rhythmic clapping, mild stretch-ing, deep breathing and laughter just for the health of it. No yoga experience needed. Bring towel. Offered every FR. Free with paid parking. 239-677-7017

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES9am Spin Cycle; 9am Zumba; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickleball; 10:30am-1:30pm Game Day, including Mahjong & dominoes. Classes open to all, Contact Bay Oaks for details on costs and programs. 239-765-4222.


DOCTORS ORDERS10:30am, Beach Library. Kath-leen McMillan, PharmD, and Suzanne Fiscella, PA-C, discuss your plan of care, why the doctor needs to see you so often, why you need another test and how to age without spending your life savings.



SUNSET CELEBRATION5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert with High Tide.

SUNSET KAYAK TOUR6:30pm, Mound House. Catch a beautiful sunset while exploring the tidal creeks and winding mangrove tunnels in the backwa-ters of Estero Bay. Unique tour offers rare opportunity to experi-ence the estuary’s abundant life in the quiet of twilight. Reserva-tions required. 239-765-0865, $50; members $25, All paddling equipment provided. 239-765-0865; moundhouse.org

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?FRIDAY, APRIL 6

Anthony Wayne 12-4pm; Bernie Hyland 4:30-8:30pm, Salty Crab

RaShimba 12-4pm; Old School Charlie 6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

Wayne Deloria 12-5pm; Daniel D 5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Dave Collaton 1-5pm; Anthony Wayne 6-10pm, SOB’s

Sherrin, 1-5pm; Jeff Whidby, 6-10pm, PierSide


Roger Young4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore

Allen Small5-8pm. Outrigger

Mark Wesley5:30-9:30pm, Dixie Fish

James Gragg6-9pm, Surf Club

Obe Gonzalez6-9pm, Beached Whale

Deb Biela6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

Hester Prynn Duo6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Cracker Box Band7-10pm, Cracker Box

Mark Chirico7-10pm, Parrot Key

Barry Lawrence8-11pm, Sunset Beach

Backlash8pm-12am, Castaways


A200 9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Saturday, April 7

MORNING MEANDER8am, Lakes Park. This easy walk along clear paths offers an opportunity to view birds in native vegetation with expe-rienced Bird Patrol Guides pointing out the many species in Lakes Park, a birding hot spot. Wear comfortable shoes and dress to be outside. Bring water, sunscreen and binoculars. Free with paid parking. 239-533-7580 or 533-7576

AMERICA’S BOATING COURSE

8:15am, 16048 San Carlos Blvd, Fort Myers. The San Carlos Bay Sail & Power Squadron offers this basic boating course that covers the basics of boat handling, PWC’s, navigation aids and required equipment. It provides the instruction and an exam on laws and regulations over 8 hours spread over 2 days. Second day is Apr 14. To reg-ister, call 239-466-4040 or visit www.scbps.com

BEACH YOGA8:30-9:30am, on the beach in front of Edison Beach House, north of Pier. Join instructor Becky Lang for this Level 1 flow class, suitable for most people. No pre-registration required, just get to the beach a little before 8:30am with your yoga mat, sunscreen and water. Hourly parking available in Time Square area. Suggested cash donation $10. Offered every SA. For more info contact Becky Lang 239-791-6538.

MANGROVES BY KAYAK TOUR9am, Mound House. See Apr 5.

QUILTING9am-12:30pm, Beach Library. All Quilters welcome, whether just starting out or already working on a long-term project. Gather to enjoy quilting and conversation.

CALUSA INDIAN ART10am, Mound House. The Calu-sa Indians used natural materials for many things. Learn how to braid cordage to create your own beautiful shell bracelet. This program is suited for families and visitors of all ages. Cost $5; MH members free. Moundhouse.org 239-765-0865.

ESTUARY KAYAK TOUR 10am-1pm. Bonita Beach. See Apr 3.

ART SHOW10am-3pm, FMB Art Association Gallery, Student Scholarship Show begins. April 7-11. Free Admission. 3030 Shell Mound Blvd, FMB. 239-463-3909.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES10am Zumba; 11am-9pm Open Gym. Classes open to all, Contact Bay Oaks for details on costs and programs. 239-765-4222.

SHELL MOUND TOUR11am, Mound House. See Apr 3.

CRUISER APPRECIATION DAY12-3pm, Matanzas Inn. Join the community in celebrating the cruisers who utilize the Town’s mooring field to visit FMB. Food,

beverages, live entertainment, giveaways, raffles and more.


SUNSET CELEBRATION5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert with Remedy.

THE WEIGHT BAND8pm, Center for the Perform-ing Arts, Hinman Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. Performing songs of The Band, The Weight Band is keeping the spirit and music alive that helped define an era. Enjoy hits like “The Weight,” “Up on Cripple Creek,” “Ophelia” and “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.” Tickets begin at $38. 239-495-8989

WHO’S PLAYING WHERE?SATURDAY, APRIL 7

Kevon, 12-4pm; Old School Charlie 6-10pm, Nervous Nellie’s

Scotty Bryan 12-5pm; Mary Winner 5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

Mike O’Neil 1-4pm; Anthony Wayne 5:30-9:30pm, Dixie Fish

Anthony Wayne 1-5pm; Dave Collaton 6-10pm, SOB’s

Frank Thompson, 1-5pm & 6-10pm, PierSide

AwesomeSauce, 1-5pm:Aaron Seyfferth 6-10pm, Salty Crab

Chris Kemp 2-5pm; Clive Live 8-11pm, Sunset Beach


Meagan Rose & Smokin’ Bill2-5pm. Outrigger

Chris Casdia4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore

Old School6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

Bite the Bullet6-9pm, Shark Bar

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SAND LIFE FORTMYERSBEACH.NEWS April 2018Regulars6-9pm, Surf Club

Tommy Van Owen6-9pm, Beached Whale

Sam DeArmond6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Wolfman Duo7-10pm, Cracker Box


Troublemakers9pm-1am, Cottage

A2009:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Sunday, April 8

ART SHOW1-3pm, Fort Myers Beach Art Association Gallery, Student Scholarship Show Awards Re-ception 239-463-3909, fortmy-ersbeachart.com






High Voltage1-4pm, Doc Ford’s

Jammin’ G’s1-5pm, Beach Bar, Lani Kai




James Wilder5-9pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai



Karaoke8pm-12am, Castaways


Monday, April 9




BEACH YOGA9am, Beach Access #22 at Connecticut St. See Apr 2.

LOVERS KEY YOGA9:30am, Lovers Key Beach Gazebo. See Apr 2.

LIFE ALONG THE SHORE WALK9:30-11am, Bunche Beach Preserve. See Apr 2.


HEALTHY BRAIN LIFESTYLE10:30am, Beach Library. Angel Duncan, Neuropsychiatric Research Center of SWFL, will discuss reducing the risk of dementia and the best ways to energize the brain as we age.

FAMILY FUN KAYAK TOUR2pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.





DJ TK 1-5pm, Lani Kai Beach Bar


Shawn Russell 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham






N2L Trio8pm-12am, Castaways


3 Crooked Steps9pm-1am, Cottage

Tuesday, April 10



SANTINI FARMERS MARKET8am-1pm, Santini Plaza. See Apr 3.

FMB FARM & ART MARKET8am-12pm, 645 Old San Carlos Blvd. See Apr 3.


GUIDED BEACH WALK9am. Newton Park. Free. See Apr 3.

BOCCE BALL9am, Bay Oaks ball field. See Apr 3.

DOLPHINS WALKING CLUB9:30am, Chapel by the Sea. See Apr 3.

FAMILY ADVENTURES TOUR10am, Mound House. See Apr 4.

FISHING CLINIC10am, Lovers Key State Park. Join park naturalists to learn a variety of tackle and fresh bait rigs; find the best places to drop a line and learn the rules and regulations of game fishing in SWFL. Free with park entry. Reservations required 239-463-4588.




KNITTING10:30am, Beach Library. Learn knitting techniques to get you started or boost your skills. Hands on class, so bring your own knitting needles and yarn. Beginners and advanced knitters welcome. Also offered Apr 20.

BEACH YOGA11am, Pink Shell Resort Beach. See Apr 3.



DOG DAY2:15-3:15pm, Beach Library. Children have the chance to spend time reading to a dog, the lovely Zoe, a soft and fluffy poo-dle. Reading without pressure. Pre-register 239-765-8162.

YOGA 5:30pm. Newton Park. See Apr 3.






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Wendell Ray4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore


Sam DeArmond5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham










Gatlin 7-10pm, Parrot Key

Wayward Souls8pm-12am, Castaways


Bad Banditos9pm-1am, Cottage

Wednesday, April 11


NEWTON PARK YOGA8:30am. Newton Park. See Apr 4.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES9am Spin Cycle; 9am Aerobics; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickleball. Classes open to all, Contact Bay Oaks for details on costs and programs. 239-765-4222.


KORESHAN TOUR9am departure. Join the Bay Oaks Social Seniors for a Koreshan Historical Village Tour. $25. Call Bay Oaks to register. 239-765-4222.

FARMER’S MARKET9am-2pm, Beach Baptist Parking Lot. See Apr 4.


LAKES PARK FARMERS MARKET9am-1pm, Lakes Regional Park. BuyLocalLee.com

WATERFRONT TOUR9am-Noon. Ostego Bay Foundation. See Apr 4.

EXPLORING ARCHEOLOGY-CAN YOU DIG IT?10am, Mound House. See Apr 3.


KAYAK TOUR10am-1pm, North Naples. See Apr 4.

CROW WILDLIFE REHAB10:30am, Beach Library. Join Ron Frazer as he celebrates the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife’s 50th anniversary and shares some of his most memorable experiences as a volunteer, rescuing, transporting and releasing wildlife native to the Gulf region.


MOUND HOUSE TOUR1pm & 2pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.

YOGA FOR EVERYONE2pm, Chapel by the Sea. See Apr 4.

LUAU ON THE BEACH5:30-8:30pm, Lovers Key State Park. The Friends of Lovers Key host a season-ending party on the beach with a Hawaiian inspired dinner, drinks dancing, live music, limbo, hula, and good times. Tickets $50, includes park entry; FOLKS members $45. Reservations at [email protected] or call Judy 708-359-0466.










Roger Young6-9pm, Beached Whale







Gatlin 7-10pm, Parrot Key




Radio Ghost 10pm-1am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Thursday, April 12


BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES8am SHIFT Step; 9am Yoga; 9am Body Sculpt; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickleball; 10:30am-1:30pm Game Day including Mahjong and Dominoes; 6-9pm Open Gym. Bay Oaks Recre-ation Center. Contact Bay Oaks for program costs and informa-tion. 239-765-4222.


LIFE IN THE MANGROVES9:30-11am, Matanzas Pass Preserve. See Apr 5.



SHELL MOUND TOUR2pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.

SUNSET BEACH YOGA6;30pm, Pink Shell Resort. See Apr 5.



Jo List, 7-10pmChloe’s at Diamondhead

Bill Zink, 1-5pm;Anthony Wayne, 6-10pm, PierSide

Shawn Russell 1-5pm; Dave Collaton 6-10pm, SOB’s











Jory Lyle6-9pm, Beached Whale

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1131 1st St., Ft. Myers Beach • www.nervousnellies.net • GPS Coordinates: 26”27’23.41” N •81”57’15.18” WOver the bridge to Fort Myers Beach take first right and right again. Head straight to Nervous Nellie’s!

Everything is better onthe waterfront

GREAT ATMOSPHERE, LIVE MUSIC AND, OOH WHAT WONDERFUL, DELECTABLE CUISINE!

#12 on Beach Map. pg.22


#8 on Beach Map








Mike Glean8-11pm, Sunset Beach



Friday, April 13


LAUGHTER YOGA8-9am, Lynn Hall Park. See Apr 6.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES9am Spin Cycle; 9am Zumba; 10:30am-1:30pm Pickleball; 10:30am-1:30pm Game Day, including Mahjong & dominoes. Classes open to all, Contact Bay Oaks for details on costs and programs. 239-765-4222.

WATER AEROBICS BOOTCAMP9-11am, Bay Oaks Community Pool. Intense but fun water ex-ercises that will give you a great low impact workout! $10 Bay Oaks members; $12 non-mem-bers. Minimum 10 participants so sign up now 239-463-5759

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE10am, Lovers Key State Park. Take a mile-long guided hike along the Black Island Trail with a park ranger to learn about the fascinating vegetation and wild-life that reside in this maritime hammock. Free with park entry. Reservations required 239-463-4588.

WINDOWS 1010:30am, Beach Library. Live

demo of Windows 10 and learn to take advantage of its new features and apps. Pre-register 239-463-8162




SUNSET KAYAK TOUR6:30pm, Mound House. See Apr 17.





Dave Collaton 1-5pm; Anthony Wayne 6-10pm, SOB’s






Half Step Down6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham


Bobby Blakey6-9pm, Beached Whale

Tyler Kluesner6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Bad Banditos6:30-9:30pm, Doc Ford’s



Rockin’ Horse8pm-12am, Castaways


Myth9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Saturday, April 14

BUNCHE BEACH BIRDS7:30am, Bunche Beach. Enjoy this beautiful beach and birding site with a Bird Patrol Guide. Bunche is an excellent spot for both migrant and resident waders and shorebirds working the mudflats at low tide. Also warblers, waterfowl and raptors. Free with paid parking ($2/hour) Bring binoculars, sun protection, shoes that can get wet & water. For more info call 707-3015.

BEACH YOGA8:30-9:30am, on the beach in front of Edison Beach House, north of Pier. See Apr 7.



INDIAN MASKS10am, Mound House. See Apr 5.

BAY OAKS ACTIVITIES10am Zumba; 11am-9pm Open Gym. Classes open to all, Contact Bay Oaks for details on costs and programs. 239-765-4222.




COMMUNITY SPAGHETTI DINNER5-7pm, Chapel by the Sea Pres-byterian Church. Community meal and all are invited. Menu: Spaghetti & Meatballs, Spicy Sausage and Peppers & Onions, Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert, coffee & cold drinks. Tickets $10/adult; kids 10 and under Free; $5 Public Safety personnel in uniform or with ID.

SUNSET CELEBRATION5-10pm, Times Square. Gather

in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert with Tiger Blue.




3 Crooked Steps 1-4pm; Kapo Kings 6:30-9:30pm, Doc Ford’s


AwesomeSauce, 1-5pm; Aaron Seyfferth 6-10pm, Salty Crab

Anthony Wayne 1-5pm; Dave Collaton 6-10pm, SOB’s






Rockin’ Horse 6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham


Regulars6-9pm, Surf Club


Incorrigibles7-10pm, Shark Bar

Tanya & Patio Daddios7-10pm, Cracker Box



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The Annual Winter Concert Series brings in regional and even national musical acts to the Santini Marina Plaza at 7205 Es-tero Boulevard, to entertain beach residents

and visitors. It concludes its 6th season in a homegrown fashion, however, with the Local Artists Showcase on Thursday, April 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. Sheena Brook, made fa-mous by her appearances on “The Voice,” with island musical icon Jo List singing just before Sheena, and “The Pearl Street Band”

opening the show. “When the Winter Concert Series first began, most of our entertainers were is-land musicians,” said Janeen Paulauskis, se-ries spokesperson, “so this performance in a way brings us back to its founding roots. Shee-na represented Fort Myers Beach so well on ‘The Voice’ last year, and the ever-popular and beloved island legend, Jo List, has quite a fol-lowing of her own and everyone just loves her! ‘The Pearl Street Band’ is gaining a big reputa-tion as well. As for the headliners, Sheena and Jo are quite simply as talented as any singers in the country, so people will really enjoy this concert.” Opening the Local Artists Showcase is “The Pearl Street Band,” made up of island musicians Mike McMillian, Ed Summers, Bob Williams and frequently Bill Veach, who are acoustic entertainers that specialize in original Americana music or obscure covers. “We play unusual music for the beach,” explained Bob, “that you don’t hear elsewhere, where you lis-ten to ‘Margaritaville’ or Brown Eyed Girl’ every other song, so there isn’t another show like us.” The Winter Concert Series benefits the Fort Myers Beach Friends of the Arts that promotes creative arts on the island, including the visual, sound, and taste varieties. It spon-sors four large-scale events each year, with the Fort Myers Beach Film Festival, Sustainability Dinner and Paint the Beach Plein Air Art Festi-val joining the Winter Concert Series. You can become a member of the Friends of the Arts through its website, and help to help bring the arts and its various festivals to the beach com-munity. Tickets to the Local Artists Showcase are $25; for information or to buy tickets, call 239-463-3600, extension #3, or go to FMBarts.org. If you miss Sheena at the Local Art-

Locals Take Center StageConcert Series Finale Features Local Artists

Jo List, shown here performing with the King Band in March, will be singing at the

Friends concert. Photo by Bob Layfield


ists Showcase, or just want to listen to her beautiful voice again, catch her two evenings later at the inaugural “Music on The Mound” on Sat-urday, April 21, at the iconic Mound House at 451 Connecticut Street. There are only 150 tickets, at $10 for members and $15 non-members. It is from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with Sheena performing from 6 to 7. There will be food and beer vendors, with coolers prohibited, and bring your own blankets or lawn chairs. For tickets, call the Mound House at 239-765-0865.

Sheena Brook will perform at the Friends of the Arts final concert April 19th. Photo provided.


TUCKAWAY BAGEL & WAFFLE CAFE’ 239-463-5398

A European style coffee shop located on beautiful Fort Myers Beach serving delicious bagel sandwiches, Belgian wafels, fruit smoothies, iced coffees and brewed and specialty coffees made with Lavazza espresso. Free WiFi, Pet friendly. Indoor/Outdoor seating Breakfast/Lunch Open Daily · 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

2301 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #19 TuckawayCoffeeFMB.com

THE BEACH THEATER 239-765-9000

Beach Theater is a family-owned Movie Theater showing only the best first-run movies in a clean, comfortable environment. Their extensive menu offers appetizers, salads, wraps, sandwiches and more, all made fresh to order. Wine and beer also available. Sit back and let the friendly wait staff serve you while you enjoy the movie! Check the schedule online.

6425 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #12 fmbtheater.com

FOR HELP WITH DIRECTIONS SEE beach map

BEACH DINING GUIDE

PINCHERS BEACH TIKI BAR 239-463-2909

Home of the 2 for 1 Happy Hour All Day Every Day this is a perfect choice for lunch, afternoon snacks or a sunset dinner. Offering tasty seafood creations, sandwiches, salads, ribs and pasta plus a full bar. Open for lunch and dinner.Call ahead seating available. Located behind the Wyndham Garden Hotel. Live music every weekend. Hours: 11am-10pm. 6890 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #4 PinchersUSA.com

PIERSIDE GRILL & BLOWFISH BAR 239-765-7800Located right next to the Public Pier in Time Square, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a Gulf-side meal, snack or cold drink. Featuring their almost famous beach bread, incredible seafood platter and award-winning ribs, this is a great place for the whole family with kid’s meals available. The Blowfish Bar offers a full liquor bar and award-winning frozen drinks. Live Music every afternoon & evening. Hours: 11am-11pm.

1000 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #5 PierSideGrill.com

PETE’S TIME OUT 239-463-5900This open-air favorite right in the heart of Times Square is one of the oldest family establishments in the area. Sit outside and watch the action or hang out at the covered bar. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring fresh grouper to prime rib to chili cheese fries. Or just enjoy a cold beverage from the full bar. Try their famous Mojitos.Live Music • Full Bar Open 7:00 am – 11:00 pm

Times Square, Downtown FMB MAP #8 PetesTimeOut.com

SKYE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT & MORE 239-463-7707An island institution for over 20 years, Skye’s in Santini Plaza is a gathering place for good food and tasty drinks for both locals and visitors. Serving an American breakfast menu, with sandwiches, soups, salads, appetizers and Mexican entrees and desserts available for lunch and dinner. Happy Hour all day until 6pm. Hours: Breakfast 7am-2pm; Lunch 11am-2pm; Dinner from 2pm.

7205 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #11 SkyesFortMyers Beach.com

CASTAWAYS BAR & GRILL 239-463-4644

Great hospitality, fun and live music on the island! Open for lunch and dinner with extensive menu including soups, salads, seafood baskets, steaks, burgers and wings. Friendly environment that attracts both locals and visitors. Full bar. Live Music Thursday-Saturday. Hours: 11am-2am.

7205 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #7 facebook.com/CastawaysFMB

SHUCKERS AT GULFSHORE 239-765-5440Shucker’s At The Gulfshore is the place to be for the freshest seafood, cocktails and nightlife! Located right on the beach our restaurant and bar destination offers front row views of the sunsets and sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico from every table! A local favorite for over 40 years, we offer seasonal Seafood, Certified Angus Beef, Ribs, creative Entrée Salads and an extensive Shrimp and appetizer menu. Locals and visitors alike go crazy for our “Beach Bread”! We also have one of the largest drink menus on the beach. Nightly entertainment from 4-7pm at Shucker’s and from 9pm-1am at The Cottage Bar. Come early and try the “best breakfast on the beach”. Open daily 8am to 2am.

1250 Estero Blvd., FMB MAP #6 gulfshoregrill.com

ISLAND SAND PAPER / SAND LIFE MAG 239-463-4461

Our company offers a variety of Advertising Solutions that will help grow your business. Solutions that result from getting your message in front of our 2,000,000 annual readers. Between our Web options, weekly Island Sand Paper, and monthly SAND LIFE magazine, we can deliver results. If you don’t believe us, ask our advertisers. They are some of the most successful businesses in our community!

450 Old San Carlos Bvd, FMB FortMyersBeach.news


1. SAND PAPER/ SAND LIFE2. PRINT SHOP INK4. PINCHERS5. BEACH PIERSIDE6. SHUCKERS AT THE GULFSHORE7. CASTAWAYS8. PETE’S TIME OUT

11. SKYE’S RESTAURANT12. BEACH THEATER14. GOOD TIME CHARTERS16. LIGHTHOUSE TIKI BAR19. TUCKAWAY CAFE20. MATANZAS ON THE BAY23. SNOOK BIGHT MARINA24. FMB SEA & SUN RENTALS

25. NERVOUS NELLIES26. KNOTTY BEAN COFFEE BAR27. SALTY DOG GALLERY28. SHARK BAR & GRILL29. CRAZY WOMAN KAYAKS30. SEA GYPSY BOUTIQUE

• BOWDITCH POINTOn the north end (left side) of the island

• SHRIMP DOCKS

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• Lover’s Key State park

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Crank Ups 9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Sunday, April 15







Jammin’ G’s1-5pm, Beach Bar, Lani Kai




Dreamkeeper 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham






Troublemakers9pm-1am Cottage

Monday, April 16

CYCLE 61 FITNESS CLASSES

8am Spin; 9:30am Senior Spin & Tone. Beach Baptist Church. See Apr 2.

BEACH YOGA9am, Beach Access #22 at Con-necticut St. See Apr 2.



LIFE ALONG THE SHORE WALK9:30-11am, Bunche Beach Pre-serve. See Apr 2.


YEAR OF THE BIRD10:30am, Beach Library. Alice Mack will discuss why Audubon, Cornell and National Geographic have declared 2018 as the Year of the Bird and what nature lov-ers around the world are doing to celebrate it.

CARIBBEAN CRUISE IN CAR SHOW4-7pm, Parrot Key Caribbean Grill. See Apr 2.






Frank Torino3:30-8pm, Parrot Key


Shawn Russell5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham








Tuesday, April 17






CALOOSA CARVERS9am-4pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.




GARDENS WALKING TOUR10am, Mound House. Discover the unique plants that make up the gardens of the Mound House and how the Calusa Indians used them to survive. Learn also about how native plants con-serve water and protect wildlife. $15; members free. Includes museum admission. 239-765-0865, moundhouse.org

BIKE TOUR10am, Lovers Key State Park. Join a Park Ranger for a leisure-ly biking adventure on the Black Island Trail. Learn a little park history and experience some of the wildlife that call this maritime hammock home. Bring your own bike or rent one from the in-park concession. Free with park entry. Reservations required 239-463-4588.



BOOK DISCUSSION10:30am, Beach Library. Discus-sion of “The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend” by Katrina Bivald. Newcomers welcome.




YOGA5:30pm. Newton Park. See Apr 3.

SUNSET KAYAK TOUR6:45pm, Mound House. See Apr 17.

MY SINATRA7:30pm, Village Church, Shell Point Retirement Community. Cary Hoffman translates his cel-ebrated PBS special into a one-man musical play. This high-en-ergy performance that contains over 20 classic Sinatra songs, will captivate the audience. $36, 239-454-2067.





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BAY OAKS RECREATION CENTER, 2731 OAK ST., FMB

BAY OAKS COMMUNITY POOL, 2600 OAK ST., FMB

BEACH BAPTIST CHURCH, 130 CONNECTICUT ST., FMB

BEACH LIBRARY, 2755 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

BEACHED WHALE, 1249 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

BOWDITCH POINT PARK, 50 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

BUNCHE BEACH PRESERVE, 18201 JOHN MORRIS RD., FORT MYERS

CASTAWAYS, 7205 ESTERO BLVD, FMB

CHAPEL BY THE SEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 100 CHAPEL ST., FMB

COTTAGE AT GULFSHORE, 1270 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

CRACKER BOX, 16910 MCGREGOR BLVD, FORT MYERS

DIXIE FISH, 714 FISHERMAN’S WHARF, FMB

DOC FORD’S, 708 FISHERMAN’S WHARF, FMB

FISH-TALE MARINA, 7225 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

FORT MYERS BEACH ART ASSOCIATION, 3030 SHELL MOUND BLVD, FMB

FORT MYERS BEACH WOMAN’S CLUB, 175 STERLING ST., FMB

HISTORICAL COTTAGES, 161 BAY RD., FMB

LAKES REGIONAL PARK, 7330 GLADIOLUS DR, FORT MYERS

LANI KAI, 1400 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

LOVERS KEY STATE PARK, 8700 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

LYNN HALL PARK, 950 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

MATANZAS PASS PRESERVE, 199 BAY RD, FMB

MATANZAS ON THE BAY, 416 CRESCENT ST., FMB

MOUND HOUSE, 451 CONNECTICUT ST., FMB

NAUTI PARROT DOCK BAR, 19001 SAN CARLOS BLVD., FMB

NERVOUS NELLIE’S, 1131 FIRST ST, FMB

NEWTON PARK, 4650 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

OSTEGO BAY FOUNDATION, 718 FISHERMAN’S WHARF, FMB

OUTRIGGER RESORT, 6200 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

PARROT KEY CARIBBEAN GRILL, 2500 MAIN ST., FMB

PIERSIDE GRILL & FAMOUS BLOWFISH BAR, 1000 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

PINCHERS TIKI BAR AT WYNDHAM, 6890 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

PINK SHELL RESORT & MARINA, 275 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

PETE’S TIME OUT, 1005 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

PETEY’S UPPER DECK, 416 CRESCENT ST., FMB

ST. RAPHAEL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 5601 WILLIAMS, FMB

SALTY CRAB BAR & GRILL, 1154 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

SANTINI MARINA PLAZA, 7205 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

SHARK BAR, 17979 SAN CARLOS BLVD., FMB

SHELL POINT RETIREMENT VILLAGE, 15101 SHELL POINT BLVD., FORT MYERS

SHRIMP DOCK BAR & GRILL, 2200 MAIN ST., FMB

SHUCKERS AT GULFSHORE, 1250 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

SMOKIN’ OYSTER BREWERY (SOB’S), 340 OLD SAN CARLOS BLVD., FMB

SOUTH BEACH GRILLE, 7205 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

SUNSET BEACH TROPICAL GRILL, 1028 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

SURF CLUB, 1167 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

TIMES SQUARE, 1000 ESTERO BLVD., FMB

Event Address IndexThese venue addresses are provided to help locate events on Fort Myers Beach.



Bobby Blakey4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore


Sam DeArmond5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham












Wednesday, April 18





ART SHOW9am-12noon. Fort Myers Beach Art Association Gallery. Summer Show on exhibit through October 5. Gallery open WE & TH 9am-

noon. 239-463-3909

LAKES PARK FARMERS MARKET9am-1pm, Lakes Regional Park. BuyLocalLee.com.

WATERFRONT TOUR9am-Noon. Ostego Bay Founda-tion. See Apr 4.


TOOLS OF THE CALUSA10am, Mound House. This hands-on demonstration will explore how the most pow-erful American Indian tribe in Southwest Florida crafted their tools, weapons and implements of daily life from their natural surroundings. Swing a real conch hammer, handle a shark tooth-carving tool, and try your luck with an ancient atlatl “spear thrower” as you step back in time atop an ancient Calusa Indian Shell Mound. $15; mem-bers free. Museum admission included. Moundhouse.org. 239-765-0865







Marty Keane 2-5pm; Jack Michaels 6-9pm, Shark Bar



Brizz & Lady3-6pm, Salty Crab
















Thursday, April 19


YOGA9am, Bay Oaks. See Apr 3. SOCIAL SENIORS BIKE TRIP9am, Bay Oaks. Join the Bay Oaks Social Seniors for a bike ride in Okeechobee. Van leaves at 9am. Fee $17. Sign up at Bay Oaks or call 239-765-4222.

ART SHOW9am-12noon. Fort Myers Beach Art Association Gallery. See Apr 18.



BEACH WALK & ESTUARY TOUR10am, Lovers Key State Park. Enjoy a leisurely one-mile walk over the estuary and along the beach with a Park Naturalist and discover what kind of natu-ral treasures wash up on the

shores of the park. Learn about seashells, crustaceans, starfish and other creatures that can be found in our waters. Come pre-pared to get wet. Free with park entry. Reservations required 239-463-4588.

MINI-MASTERS GOLF TOURNEY4pm, Jungle Golf. The FMB Chamber of Commerce hosts the 6th annual Mini-Masters Golf Tournament. Check in at Pinch-ers at 3pm. Limited to 18 teams with 5 players each. $150/team. Gallery tickets, just to watch: $5. More fun than a barrel of monkeys with prizes, raffles and yes, even, mulligans. Open to the public. To register contact the Chamber 239-454-7500.fortmyersbeach.org


LOCAL ARTISTS SHOWCASE7-9pm, Fish Tale Marina. Sheena Brook, Jo List and the Pearl Street Band will entertain in the Propeller Lounge at Fish Tale Marina in this final concert in the FMB Friends of the Arts Concert Series. Tickets $25 friendsoftheartsfmb.com or call 239-463-3600.











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SAND LIFE FORTMYERSBEACH.NEWS April 2018N2L 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham



Tyler Kluesner6-9pm, Beached Whale




Dave Collaton 6-10pm, SOB’s







Friday, April 20




FISHING CLINIC10am, Lovers Key State Park. Join park naturalists to learn a variety of tackle and fresh bait rigs; find the best places to drop a line and learn the rules and regulations of game fishing in SWFL. Free with park entry. Reservations required 239-463-4588.

EXPLORING ARCHEOLOGY-CAN YOU DIG IT?10am, Mound House. See Apr 3.

KNITTING10:30am, Beach Library. See Apr 10.











Old School6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham



Michael O’Neil6-9pm, Beached Whale


Anthony Wayne6-10pm, SOB’s

3 Crooked Steps6:30-9:30pm, Doc Ford’s



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Relentless Fire8pm-12am, Castaways


Clanton Gang 9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Saturday, April 21

GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP8am, FMB Elementary School. Help clean up the beach. Sponsored by the Keep Lee County Beautiful and the FMB Community Foundation. Report to the school for gloves and bags. Bring water and sun-

screen. Additional clean up sites at Bowditch Point Park and Dog Beach. Klcb.org



GARDENS WALKING TOUR10am, Mound House. See Apr 17.

BONSAI SHOW & PICNIC10am, Berne Davis Botanical Garden, 2166 Virginia Ave, Fort Myers. Bonsai trees and mate-rials will be sold at auction; free buffet lunch after auction. Open to the public. Free parking on Larchmont St.

MOUND HOUSE TOUR

11am, Mound House. See Apr 3.


MANGROVES BY KAYAK TOUR1pm, Mound House. See Apr 5.

SUNSET CELEBRATION5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert with Goin’ Coastal.

MUSIC ON THE MOUND5:30-7:30pm, Mound House. Featuring Fort Myers Beach’s Sheena Brook, songwriter and musician who appeared on The Voice. Bring your own chair or blankets and enjoy the very first music on the mound event. No coolers allowed. Food and beer available for purchase. Tickets $15; Members $10. Mound-house.org. 239-765-0865

THE BAREFOOT MOVEMENT7:30pm, Center for the Perform-ing Arts, Hinman Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. Kick off your shoes and relax as The Barefoot Movement takes you back to a simpler time. Their blend of old-time bluegrass and intricate string sensibilities draws from pop, folk and rock. This show is as fun to watch, as it is to hear. Tickets begin at $30. 239-495-8989





Bad Banditos 1-4pm; Kapo Kings 6:30-9:30pm, Doc Ford’s







Dazzeling Delrays 6-9pm, Pinch-ers Tiki Bar at Wyndham





Dave Collaton6-10pm. SOB’s

Hester Prynn Duo6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Jesse Allen7-10pm, Cracker Box


Electric Lipstick8-11pm, Shark Bar

Rockin’ Horse8pm-12am, Castaways


Steve Farst Experience9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Sunday, April 22

BONITA BAND CONCERT2pm, Riverside Park on Old 41 in Bonita Springs. The Bonita Springs and Naples Concert Bands will perform together. Vocal soloists Mark Saunders and Amy Bright will perform also. Bring a chair or blanket, listen to exciting music and enjoy refreshments for dale from Royal Scoop.



Greg Watts 12-5pm; Sailor Larry 5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck







Love Hunter5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

James Wilder5-9pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Roger Young6-9pm, Beached Whale


Lee Hagan 6-10pm, SOB’s

DJ TK 8pm-2am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai


Monday, April 23




LIFE ALONG THE SHORE WALK9:30-11am, Bunche Beach Preserve. See Apr 2.


CYBER SECURITY10:30am, Beach Library. Join Electronics Librarian Don and learn how to protect yourself from compromising your comput-er and your identity. Pre-register 239-765-8162















Tuesday, April 24



CASINO TRIP8am departure. Bay Oaks Social Senior trip to Hollywood Casino. All are welcome. $10 fee. Call Bay Oaks to register. 239-765-4222.






MOUND HOUSE TOUR10am &1pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.



MEMORY IMPROVEMENT10:30am, Beach Library. Join Reference Librarian, Cletus, for some helpful tips on how to remember things that you frequently forget. Pre-register. 239-765-8162.



YOGA5:30pm. Newton Park. See Apr 3.






Wendell Ray4-7pm, Schuckers at Gulfshore


Sam DeArmond 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham






Timmy Johnston6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai



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SAND LIFE FORTMYERSBEACH.NEWS April 2018Jesse Allen6:30-9:30pm, Cracker Box



Wednesday, April 25

FORT MYERS BEACH FILM FESTIVALOPENING CEREMONY2pm, Beach Theater. The 12th Fort Myers Beach Film Festival begins with the Opening Cere-mony, followed by movie screen-ings at 3,6 & 9pm at the Beach Theater. On WE, “Sometimes Lucky is More Important than Smart: Conversations with Mace Neufeld” will premiere. Additional movie selection will be available in early April at FMBFilmFest.com. Individual movie tickets $7 or weeklong VIP pass $150. Festival held Apr 25-29.






WATERFRONT TOUR9am-Noon. Ostego Bay Foundation. See Apr 4.

ART SHOW9am-12noon. FMB Art Association Gallery. See Apr 18.

MOUND HOUSE TOUR10am &1pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.


BAY OAKS SOCIAL SENIOR LUNCH BUNCH11am departure, Bay Oaks. The Lunch Bunch will travel to Mina’s Bistro. $4 plus cost of lunch. Contact Bay Oaks to register 239-765-4222.





DJ G-Ride1-5pm, Club Ohana, Lani Kai



Aaron Seyfferth 5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham













Thursday, April 26

FORT MYERS BEACH FILM FESTIVAL3, 6 & 9pm, Beach Theater. The 12th Fort Myers Beach Film Festival continues will movie screenings through Apr 29. Mov-ie selections will be available in early April at FMBFilmFest.

com. Individual movie tickets $7 or weeklong VIP pass $150. Festival held Apr 25-29.




ART SHOW9am-12noon. FMB Art Associa-tion Gallery. See Apr 18.


UKRAINIAN EGG DECORATING10:30am, Beach Library. Join Dr. Hommerding to learn how to do the writing/decorating along with tools, designs and suggestions to enjoy this fun art. Pre-reg-ister 239-765-8162 Handouts prepared for all registered by Apr 23.

















Jimi Dredd6-9pm, Beached Whale


Dave Collaton 6-10pm, SOB’s









Friday, April 27

FORT MYERS BEACH FILM FESTIVAL3, 6 & 9pm, Beach Theater. The 12th Fort Myers Beach Film Festival continues will movie screenings through Apr 29. Mov-ie selections will be available in early April at FMBFilmFest.com. Individual movie tickets $7 or weeklong VIP pass $150. Film-maker workshop by Red Flight Pictures held Friday Apr 27. See full schedule at FMBFilmFest.com for details and registration. Festival held Apr 25-29.



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KAYAK TOUR10am, Lovers Key State Park. Join a Park Ranger for a relaxing 1.5-mile kayak tour. Learn the history of Black Island and experience some of the wildlife that calls the park home. Bring your own kayak or rent one from park concession. Reservations required.239-463-4588. Free with park entry.


LIBRARY TOUR1:30pm, Beach Library. Meet Library Director Dr. Hommerd-ing in the library foyer for this informative tour of the library, which looks at the energy, and architectural features of the library. Tour length ~ one hour. Pre-register 239-765-8162


SUNSET CELEBRATION5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert with High Tide. THE MUSIC OF ART BLAKEY8pm, Center for the Perform-ing Arts, Hinman Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. The Dan Miller-Lew del Gatto sextet will celebrate the music of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Tickets begin at $27. 239-495-8989











Michael O’Neil6-9pm, Beached Whale

Deb Biela6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham

Tyler Kluesner6-10pm, Sun Deck, Lani Kai

Anthony Wayne6-10pm, SOB’s



Dexter Wilkes7-10pm, Parrot Key


Wildfire8pm-12am, Castaways


10,000 Views 9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Saturday, April 28

FORT MYERS BEACH FILM FESTIVAL3, 6 & 9pm, Beach Theater. The 12th Fort Myers Beach Film Festival continues will movie screenings through Apr 29. Mov-ie selections will be available in early April at FMBFilmFest.com. Individual movie tickets $7 or weeklong VIP pass $150. Filmmaker workshop by Stanley Isaacs and Alyn Darnay offered SA Apr 28. For registration and costs see FMBFilmFest.com or Facebook. Movie on the Mound at Mound House offered SA Apr 28 at sunset. Free. Festival held Apr 25-29.



GARDENS WALKING TOUR10am, Mound House. See Apr 17.

SHELL MOUND TOUR1pm & 2pm, Mound House. See Apr 3.

SUNSET CELEBRATION5-10pm, Times Square. Gather in Times Square to watch the sun set and enjoy food & fun, plus a free live music concert with Relentless Fire.

FAMILY MOVIE ON THE MOUND7:00pm, Mound House. Enjoy this free movie presentation of Disney’s family-friendly hit, “Coco!” Bring chairs or a blanket. Light refreshments available for purchase. Activities begin at 7pm, Movie at 8pm.

STAGE IT!8pm, Center for the Performing Arts, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. This celebration of playwrights and audiences features 10-minute plays. This festival and competition brought in over 125 plays last year. Ten were performed in the first edition of Stage It! General Ad-mission $12.. 239-495-8989










Backlash 6-9pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham




Dave Collaton6-10pm. SOB’s





New Vinyls 9pm-1am, Cottage

10,000 Views 9:30pm-1:30am, Club Ohana, Lani Kai

Sunday, April 29

FORT MYERS BEACH FILM FESTIVALAWARDS CEREMONY2pm, Fish Tale Marina. The winners of the 12th FMB Film Festival will be named followed by screening of the award winners at Beach Theater at 3, 6 & 9pm. Movie selections will be available in early April at FMBFilmFest.com or on Face-book. Individual movie tickets $7 or weeklong VIP pass $150. Festival held Apr 25-29.

FULL MOON WALK7:40pm, Matanzas Pass Pre-serve. This experiential hands-on program will awaken and sharpen participant’s senses of smell, touch, hearing and night vision. Join two volunteers car-rying candle-lit lanterns through the Preserve as night descends and celebrate the darkness and the moon. Meet at the entrance to the Preserve behind the Historical Cottage on Bay Street. Program is free, but pre-regis-tration is required. Adults only. Limited to 12 participants. To register, call Jim 239-565-7437



Greg Watts 12-5pm; Sailor Larry 5-9pm, Petey’s Upper Deck

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SAND LIFE FORTMYERSBEACH.NEWS April 2018Frank Thompson, 1-5pm; Bill Zink 6-10pm, PierSide







Jesse Allen5-8pm, Pinchers Tiki Bar at Wyndham




Lee Hagan6-10pm, SOB’s


Troublemakers9pm-1am

Monday, April 30




LIFE ALONG THE SHORE WALK9:30-11am, Bunche Beach Pre-serve. See Apr 2.


MOUND HOUSE TOUR11am, Mound House. See Apr 3.
















The LoggerheadsFort Myers Beach Turtle Season to Begin


Florida sea turtle nesting season is observed annually from May 1 through October 31, though in Southwest Florida this year, monitoring begins on April 15 due to the warm Gulf water temperatures. Of the several hundred nests expected in our area, virtually all of those on Fort Myers Beach will be from loggerhead turtles. Loggerhead skin is yellow to brown, with a reddish-brown shell. They spend most of their life in saltwater and estuary habitats, with females briefly coming on-shore to lay eggs. Loggerheads are commonly called the bulldozers of the sea, because their feeding patterns as bottom-dwelling invertebrates leaves behind a pattern similar to a bulldoz-er digging in the land. They are endangered, with efforts to restore their numbers requiring international cooperation, as they roam vast areas of the ocean, with critical nesting ar-eas across several continents. An ecological rule-of-thumb is what is good for sea turtles is good for people, as our two species are interdependent on each other. Nesting turtles will travel thou-sands of miles, from their feeding grounds back to the beaches of their own birth to nest. Loggerheads nest 3 to 7 times a season, roughly every 11 to 15 days, with the hatch-lings having an incubation period of approx-imately 2 months. Each nest can have up to 100 or more eggs, and the nest temperature determines their gender: cooler sand results in mostly males, while warmer produces females. Recent research out of Florida At-lantic University indicates that warming sand

temperatures have resulted in the vast ma-jority of turtles born on Florida beaches being female. Out of every 1,000 hatchlings, per-haps 1 to 4 will survive to adulthood. They are about 2 inches long, hatch at night, and crawl to the seaward horizon. Adults can be over 3 feet and weigh 300 pounds, and do not reach maturity until they are between 20 to 40 years old in an average lifespan of 50 to 70 years. The primary bane to nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings is artificial light from beachfront properties that can prevent females from coming ashore, or selecting an inferior location from which few hatchlings will survive. Lights disorient the hatchlings, causing them to move toward that and away from the ocean, resulting in death from dehy-dration, exhaustion, or automobiles. Hatch-lings move toward water based on natural seaward light from where the sky and water meet on the horizon, but if they see a bright-er, usually artificial light, they move toward that and their doom. Beachfront visitors can prevent this by only using Wildlife Friendly Fixtures with an Amber LED bulb. (bit.ly/TurtleLites) Never shine a flashlight or use flash photography on a sea turtle, nor approach them on the beach, and remove all beach furniture, boats, tents, toys, or like items from the beach by 9 p.m. Fill in holes dug in the sand, because these can trap hatchlings and even adults. If you find a hatchling in the day-time, place it in a dry container and call Tur-tle Time immediately; to report a disoriented, lost, injured or dead hatchling or turtle, con-tact Turtle Time Inc. at 239-481-5566 or www.turtletime.org.


GENERAL COMMENTS: Okay, really? Easter falls on April Fool’s Day? Though not official-ly recognized, some biblical scholars think the origin of April Fools’ Day dates back to Noah, who sent the dove out on a fool’s errand on April 1st, before the flood water receded. That’s in Genesis, in the Old Testament. Easter, of course, is in the New Testament, and is about reincarnation, or life after death. Weird juxtaposition. Well, they’re in alignment - get ready for a weird month!

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)This month the IMF (Int. Monetary Fund) will install a new currency (SDR, Special Drawing Rights) to replace the USD as the world’s reserve currency. This will play havoc with some Aries’ sinuses. The smell of burning rubber will be a constant annoyance as monetary machines bump and grind. For relief you decide to blame it on the red tide instead, and head out the door to find a breakfast place that’s still open. On the way you’ll meet a friend and go shopping.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)Crossword puzzles will inflict all kinds of ‘fun’ stuff into your lives this month. Crosswords are generated by companies that “supposedly” choose clues randomly from a “crossword dictionary” when designing a new crossword puzzle. These definition/clues are short, like Tweets. Data mining NSA for keywords that are ‘hot’ (mind control stuff), they get thrown into the puzzle clues to control your mind. Avoid the black squares! That’s where the algorithms that run the crossword puzzles are hidden. Don’t look! They’ll know you’re onto them.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)Think you need your lucky rabbit’s foot this month? Think again. A rabbit foot is not just a rabbit’s foot. To qualify it has to have been col-lected by a cross-eyed man hunting in a cemetery on either a full moon (to capture it) or a new moon (to cut off the foot). Oh, and it has to be the left hind foot. Guaranteed that’s not your lucky rabbit’s foot. By the way, it’s Easter! You know - Easter Bunnies? Lose the foot.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)You may get the urge to run around in teeny-tiny circles this month when you’re hit with a sudden onslaught of Friends’ selfies on your newsfeed. It makes you feel like someone who’s stumbled on a packed subway platform during rush hour, with trains rushing by, while a busker with a squeezebox plays Amazing Grace out of tune. All those strange, gawking selfies watching as you stumble. Gonna be a weird month!

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) Thank god we made it out of the gloom and into the sunshine! The thing with horoscopes is that they cycle through highs and lows, de-pending on the alignment and balance of the cosmos. It’s like the weather in SW Florida - it’s all cool … until it’s not. Lucky for you, the warmth of April will wash over you like a bowl of chili peppers. If you’ve never experienced that you’re in for a surprise.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept 22)Have you ever marveled at how much activity goes on inside your head, while outside you look like you’re about to start drooling? You look like you’re a million miles away, and you are - in your mind. To pull yourself out of that, you stare down at your Fruit-Loops, marveling at all the festive colors floating in milk in your bowl. Then you notice that

your family is staring at you, worried looks on their faces. The perfect spy, you give them your winning grin, and everything’s alright.

LIBRA (Sept 23 - Oct 23)Sometime this month you’ll be staring off into space with your atten-tion on nothing in particular. Just daydreaming about the mountains or something. Out in Colorado a hippie chick is making up her mind to paint her toes tangerine. A tendril of quantum entanglement stretches out and glues you two together (though oblivious of each other’s exis-tence) and next thing you know you’re going to want to paint your nails tangerine. Deep, right?

SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 21)With the release of the cold winter’s hold on our psyche, plants will start flowering, and down here that means a lot of colors! Like buds sprouting on a willow branch you’ll get all these great ideas about proj-ects you’ve been wanting to get done once the weather warmed up. If you’re lucky you’re reading this on April 1st, which is the precise moment you can put all these activities to bed by saying, “April Fool!” Otherwise, you’re committed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21)Your peak times this month will be those moments right before the full moon starts to fade, or the new moon starts to get bigger. You’re going to have to check the tide charts because it will be really close. Plan to be near a lottery store to grab those winning tickets when this happens. The moon phases have nothing to do with the lottery, but it’s as good as any reason to buy the winning lottery tickets.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 19)A great month to flee the tides and wade the marshes. That doesn’t make much sense because, really, what does that mean? Nothing, right? Well, during a down time this month just copy and past that line into a FB posting. Pick an appropriate emoticon (something weird) to go with it. Set that out into your newsfeed like bait, and check back in a couple hours. You’ll have hours of fun answering the comments. And all of it is nonsense! Life’s good!

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 18)You’ll wonder sometimes if there really are aliens living amongst us. And why would’t you? The evidence is all around us! Like, where do all the Bic lighters go? Haven’t you ever wondered that? According to released Blue Book documents they’ve been a form of currency for decades amongst our unregistered visitors from another planet. Evi-dently they export them back to their home planets as new technology. Who can understand aliens, right?

PISCES (February 19 - March 20) The mystical moment the moon rises over the rim of the planet is like a wave of lunacy coming up and smacking you in the middle of your Id like a momma bird feeding her babies. Hopefully you don’t have too many friends who are Leos. That wouldn’t be good. You know how they get around full moons. Just keep an eye on them this month. Meanwhile, keep frosty!

DISCLAIMER: You know how some mental health professionals can sit and talk with you for 20 minutes and decide whether you’re crazy or not? They must be fricking geniuses! I, on the other hand, know nothing about astrological predictions, much less the complexities that make you who you are. My projections are imaginary meanderings designed to amuse. If you were able to find insight in your astrological sign that means you’re smarter than me and that mental health professional. Kudos!


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