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Fine art exhibitions and shows, along
with musical performances, art classes and
special programs for students and kids, fill
the calendar all year long at the Center for
the arts of Bonita Springs. 26100 Old 41
Road. 495-8989. ArtCenterBonita.org.
The Bonita Springs
Historical Society
sponsors special events
and holds meetings to
explore the area’s colorful
heritage. 992-9660.
BonitaSpringsHistorical-
Society.org.
A children’s play
area, courtesy shuttle and
seasonal Green Market
are among the ongoing
features at the Coconut
point mall. Art shows and
special events year-round.
992-9966. ShopCoconut-
Point.com.
At evening in the
park - 6 artists, 6 Cottages,
held the second
Friday evening of every
month, the artists of the
historic cottages at Riverside
Park showcase their
newest works and visit
with the public. Music
and refreshments. Visit the
restored Liles Hotel, adjacent
to the cottages, to view the intriguing history
of Bonita and talk to historians. 992-2556.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
Yum! Sample a cornucopia of fresh
fruits, veggies, baked goods and more at the
farmers’ market, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
every Wednesday November-April, at Riverside
Park. Co-sponsored by the Lions Club.
992-4011. CityOfBonitaSprings.org
The florida everblades take to the ice
for professional hockey October through
April. 948-7825. FloridaEverblades.com.
Head out to the ballpark from April
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Location is Bonita Springs and area code is 239 unless noted.
through September to watch the Fort Myers
Miracle, the Minnesota Twins Class A minor
league affiliate club, run the bases. 768-4210.
MiracleBaseball.com.
germain arena special events include
headline concerts, ice shows and more. 948-
7825. GermainArena.com.
Guided Night Walks through audubon’s
The Bonita Springs National Art Festival, held in March, is one of Florida's top-rated shows.
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary take place
when nocturnal animals are out and vocal.
January-April. Day walks and sunset walks
also available. Call for dates and required
reservations. 348-9151.
Enjoy the Weekend Concert Series on
Friday and Saturday nights 7-9 p.m., at the
gulf Coast town Center. 267-0783. Gulf-
CoastTownCenter.com.
Join a lovers Key State park ranger for
beach or mangrove habitat walks, and birding
explorations. Reservations are required.
463-4588. FloridaStateParks.org/loverskey.
At miromar outlets, musical waters
entertain onlookers in the restaurant piazza.
The center hosts numerous special events.
MiromarOutlets.com.
miromar design Center fosters continuing
education through monthly presentations,
fashion shows, culinary delights and guest
speakers. 390-5111.
MiromarDesign-
Center.com.
movies in the
park offers free
family movies
from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
at the bandshell
at Riverside Park,
January-March.
Co-sponsored by
the City of Bonita
Springs and Bonita
Springs Professional
Firefighters Local
3444. Popcorn
and refreshments
available for purchase.
949-6262.
The Bonita
Concert Band
holds monthly
Sunday concerts
January-April at
the bandshell in
Riverside Park.
Enjoy marches, pop,
ragtime, big band,
light classics and show-tune medleys. 949-
6262. BonitaConcertBand@yahoo.com.
Broadway shows, great performances,
orchestral music, ballet, children’s programs
and more are offered at the philharmonic
Center for the arts, in Naples. 597-1900.
ThePhil.org.
The promenade at Bonita Bay hosts
year-round art and fashion shows; festivals;
fundraisers; and live music that spans light
jazz, reggae, classic oldies and Latin. 261-
6100. PromenadeShops.com.
The townsmen Big Band orchestra
Concert Series features the best of the
1940s, ’50s and ’60s. Riverside Park.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
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Keep the Beautiful in Bonita is the annual
city-wide clean-up. Free T-shirts to all
participants. 949-6262.
CityOfBonita Springs.org.
Enjoy toe-tappin’ tunes as the Bonita village
Band performs one of their free outdoor
concerts at Riverside Park, in downtown
Bonita.
Bonita Springs national
art festival, an outdoor fine
arts event held by the Center
for the Arts of Bonita Springs
in the Promenade at Bonita
Bay, is rated one of the top
shows in Florida. Refreshments
available. 495-8989. ArtCenter
Bonita.org.
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Annual Members Exhibition
is an extravaganza of all
media at the Center for the Arts
of Bonita Springs. 26100 Old
41 Road. 495-8989.
ArtCenterBonita.org.
The Bonita village Band
performs toe-tappin’ tunes at
free outdoor concerts at Riverside
Park, in downtown Bonita.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
Rides, exhibits, family fun
and great entertainment and
food comprise the Southwest florida and
lee County fair. Lee Civic Center, Fort
Myers. 543-8368. LeeCivicCenter.com.
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The Bonita Springs Blues festival
brings together great music and refreshments
at Riverside Park. 947-0715. Bonita
Blues.com.
Rated one of the top shows in Florida,
the Bonita Springs national art festival
at the Promenade at Bonita Bay, is a fine arts
and crafts event held by the Center for the
Arts of Bonita Springs. 495-8989.
Art CenterBonita.org.
Bonita village Band continues their
free outdoor concerts at Riverside Park, in
downtown Bonita.
The Bonita Springs Community prayer
Breakfast is an annual city event. 498-7789.
Fun at the Southwest florida and lee
County fair continues with rides, exhibits,
entertainment and food. Lee Civic Center, in
Fort Myers. 543-8368. LeeCivicCenter.com.
The Bonita Springs tropical fruit
Club fruit tree Sale showcases a variety of
delectable trees. CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
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The imperial river Clean-up helps to
preserve our natural beauty.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
During the Annual Wildflower Festival,
experts lead guided hikes along Corkscrew
Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW)
Land & Water Trust trails. 657-2253.
CrewTrust.org.
Come Celebrate Bonita at Riverside
Park in downtown Bonita and sample the
Chili and Rib Cook-Off entries, let the kids
play some games, browse the crafts booths
and enjoy the food and entertainment. The
Chamber sponsors this annual, family-friendly
event. 992-2943.
While you Celebrate Bonita, visit the
nature place for earth day/arbor day on
the banks of the Imperial River and enjoy its
beauty. Bonita Springs Parks and Recreation.
992-2556. BonitaSpringsRecreation.
org/natureplace.html.
relay for life is a 24-hour event that
benefits the American Cancer Society.
261-0337. RelayForLife.org/bonitaspringsfl.
Get Fit! Enter the rotary run 5K sponsored
by the Bonita Springs Rotary Club.
BonitaSpringsRotary.org.
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The xcAmerican Legion and the City
co-sponsor a memorial day observance
at Riverside Park, in downtown Bonita.
949-6262.
pioneer day reunion pays homage to
Bonita’s colorful history. The Rec Center
Gymnasium. 949-6262.
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flag day Celebration salutes Old
Glory and the American spirit. Co-sponsored
by the American Legion and the City.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
Batters up! The florida State league
all-Star game and miracle Baseball combine
America’s favorite sport with spectacular
fireworks. 768-4200. MiracleBaseball.com.
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The fourth of July Celebration,
parade & fireworks is a family event.
The town’s annual parade, sponsored by the
Bonita Springs Fire Control
and Rescue District, begins
along Old 41 Road, ending
at Riverside Park, where the
celebration continues with
live entertainment and food
vendors. A spectacular laser
light show and fireworks finale
complete the celebration.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
independence day
fireworks at Miromar Outlets
invite oohs and ahhhs. Take a
lawn chair or beach blanket for
the free event. 948-3766.
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9/11 remembrance day.
Sponsored by the City of
Bonita Springs. 949-6262.
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taste of Bonita will tempt
even the fussiest taste buds.
Family fun, entertainment and,
of course, fabulous food. This
day-long event is held at Riverside Park.
949-6262.
veteran’s day is observed at Riverside
Park. 949-6262. CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
Fruit trees for sale! The Bonita Springs
tropical fruit Club fruit tree Sale is
welcomed by experienced and novice gardeners
alike. CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
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The Bonita Boat parade is fun for the
entire family and features boats creatively
decorated for the holidays. Call the Rotary
Club of Bonita Springs - Noon group.
992-4443. BonitaSpringsNoonRotary.org.
Headlining music fills the air during the
lions Club’s Bluegrass festival at Riverside
Park, in downtown Bonita. 992-4011.
CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
Holiday festivities—twinkling lights,
extended hours, entertainment and more—
are underway at all the area shopping venues
to help celebrate the joyous season.
Savor the heartwarming spirit of the
season at Holiday in the park, at Riverside
Park. 949-6262. CityOfBonitaSprings.org.
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