Happy Friday, Fort Myers. Hope you get a chance to relax this weekend. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Fort Myers Buzz serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Local happenings: Lace up for a 5K honoring first responders, follow Lee County’s billions in road widening plans, and tap into new broadband in Lehigh Acres — catch up here.

State-level stories: Solar powered rabbit decoys lure invasive pythons, a hiring event at Amerant Bank Arena draws employers and candidates, and Florida islands promise peaceful getaways — see what else is brewing.

National headlines: Homeowners are delisting homes rather than cutting prices, the S&P 500 hit record on AI gains, and Ford recalled 500,000 SUVs for brake hose flaws — peruse the best of the rest.

Highlights this week

• Join Punta Gorda ABWA for scholarships
• Tour Visual Arts Center’s fall open house
• This Saturday shop fresh produce and crafts
• Shop local vendors at mall this Saturday
• Explore trucks, Jeeps and SUVs next Saturday
• Shark robot vacuums are 51% off on Amazon ’til 9/2

Relax, refresh, and leave polished

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Coffee: Trading your home brew for a barista-made masterpiece never gets old. These Fort Myers coffee spots nail the espresso shot, fresh pastries, and chill vibes you crave.

Planting: In our subtropical climate you can pinch juicy strawberries in January and pull crisp lettuce from your garden in December. These seasonal planting tips will help you keep fresh produce on your plate all year long.

Books: With these simple steps, starting a local book club is a breeze and you’ll be swapping stories and making friends in no time.

Wine: Whether you’re a casual sipper who still calls everything “red or white” or the friend who loves to talk tannins and terroir, Jordan’s Wine Bar and Cellar pours the good stuff. Come for the glass (or bottle), stay for the vibe that makes weeknights feel like weekends.

Home: Labor Day means special deals on all sorts of things, and American Home Shield’s warranty coverage is no exception. For a limited time, they’re offering 50% off select plans than cover your big ticket appliances (yup, even the ones older than dirt).

📆 Around town this weekend

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Today

🎶 Reminiscing: Music of the Little River Band & Traveling Wilburys @ Cape Cabaret Dinner Theater | Friday (8/29) at 7:30pm – Sit back and dust off that old air guitar, this feel-good tribute serves up slick Little River Band harmonies alongside rootsy Wilburys rock. You’ll belt “Reminiscing” one minute and “Handle with Care” the next, complete with spot-on licks and side of nostalgia.

🌸 Shy Blossom @ Kava Culture Kava Bar | Friday (8/29) at 8:30pm – If you’ve spent too many nights doom-scrolling and need a change, shy blossom’s live set at Kava Culture is your cure. Expect celestial vocals, laid-back grooves, and enough kava vibes to make you forget your to-do list. Bring a friend and valid ID.

This weekend

🛶 Kayak & Paddle Board Sale @ Estero River Outfitters | Saturday (8/30) at 7:00am – If you’re still just renting that kayak, consider this your sign to finally own one. Labor Day Weekend sale slashes prices on new and gently used kayaks, paddleboards, paddles, and PFDs. Even demo boats are up for grabs, so bring your checkbook and your ego.

🥕 Farmers Market & Craft Show @ Miromar Outlets | Saturday (8/30) at 9:00am – Grab your tote and head to the plaza for farm-fresh berries, heirloom tomatoes, and soaps so good they’ll outshine your usual gift-buying routine. Wander past one-of-a-kind jewelry, pottery, and art that didn’t come off a warehouse shelf. Come for the flavors, stay for the finds.

🎤 Music aLive Fest 2025 @ Mango Rita’s Rhythm House | Sunday (8/31) at 12:00pm – Picture a day at Mango Rita’s where live bands outnumber your unread emails and the only thing louder than the guitars is our generosity. Expect raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and a chance to help two local scene staples cover hefty treatment bills.

🎨 Uncork & Create: A Chimes by Design Experience @ RAD Corkscrew Winery | Sunday (8/31) at 12:00pm – Whether you’re still nursing last night’s regrets or just in need of a new at-home conversation piece, Sunday at RAD Corkscrew Winery is serving up wine and DIY bell chimes. You supply the questionable bead choices, they supply the vino and rustic vibes.

❤️ Summer of Love Market @ Farmhouse 44 | Sunday (8/31) at 2:00pm – Nothing says ‘we actually did summer right’ like wandering a retro market at Farmhouse 44, sipping lemonade among flower crowns, vintage vinyl finds, and handmade trinkets. Tie-dye threads and mellow tunes keep the vibes high, the crowds mellow, and the soul well fed.

Next week

🧶 Fiber Arts Studio @ Visual Arts Center of Punta Gorda | Monday (9/1) at 1:00pm – Need a creative midday escape? Head to the Fiber Arts open studio at the VAC, bring your own yarn or that half-finished project, and settle in with fellow makers. No deadlines, just looms, needles, and the occasional witty side-eye.

📚 Punta Gorda Charter Chapter, ABWA | Monday (9/1) at 5:30pm – Your small talk skills are solid, but how about some actual networking? Our local American Business Women’s Association chapter is awarding scholarships to Charlotte County residents, plus offering coffee-fueled mentorship with seasoned pros.

💃 Zumba @ Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association (PGICA) | Tuesday (9/2) at 8:30am – Need an excuse to justify those leftover cookie calories? Slide on your sneakers and swing by the PGICA on Shreve Street for Gigi Caceda’s pay-as-you-go Zumba. Think bouncy beats, fellow locals fumbling through salsa steps, and zero gym-treadmill guilt.

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🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 8/29 Summerween @ Fort Myers Brewing – 2 pm
• 8/29 Limited Edition Band @ Rusty’s – 6 pm
• 8/29 Danny Masters Band @ Fraternal Order of Eagles – 7 pm
• 8/29 Reminiscing, Music of the Little River Band & Traveling Wilburys @ Cape Cabaret – 7:30 pm
• 8/29 Shy Blossom @ Kava Culture – 8:30 pm
• 8/30 Studio 75: The Ultimate Dance & Karaoke Party @ Alliance for the Arts – 8 pm
• 8/31 Music aLive Fest 2025! @ Mango Rita’s – 12 pm
• 8/31 Comedy Night w/ Sloan @ The Celtic Ray – 7:30 pm
• 8/31 Twelve’Len @ Nice Guys – 8:30 pm

🏠️ Price is right – Fort Myers edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Mike H McMurray (Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.)

Mediterranean flair meets Florida swagger in this W.A. Bud Lawrence-designed estate perched on the widest canal in Town & River. The dock is basically a marina, ready for yachts, speedboats, and that sportfishing obsession. Custom iron doors guard every entry, while a garage with two car lifts makes space for both the daily driver and the weekend toys. Inside, the cherrywood-wrapped den, in-home theater with motion seating, and a kitchen built for culinary showdowns keep things interesting.

The main-floor VIP suite brings spa vibes with a fireplace, dual closets, and a private porch. Outside, the infinity-edge pool, fire features, and summer kitchen set the stage for legendary gatherings. Three laundry stations, digital shower jets, and upstairs guest balconies add a little extra bragging rights. All this, minutes from the Gulf and everything Southwest Florida has to offer.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →