Wed, February 17, 2010

Ash Wednesday at St. Raphael’s

St. Raphael’s Church, 5601 Williams Drive, Fort Myers Beach, will hold Ash Wednesday service Wednesday, Feb. 17, at noon, Imposition of the Ashes and Rite I Eucharist with music. There will be a showing at 7 p.m. of “The Passion of the Christ” by Mel Gibson as an outreach to the community. Fiends and family are encouraged to join. For more information, call 463-6057.

Beach campfire jam sessions at the Beach Pub

Be sure to drop by the Beach Pub Wednesday nights, as Lou and Tim have just kicked off Acoustic on the Beach jam sessions. Starting around 5 p.m. and ending around 9 p.m. every Wednesday, locals (and visitors, alike) are encouraged to bring their instruments and jam around a “portable” campfire on the beach, behind the pub. Local rocker Steve “the Lucky Dog” Lutke is the operator of the operation, and says it should be a fun time for all. There are no amps or electrical devices … just an acoustic session of chillin’ melodies in a natural setting. Watch the sun set, the ocean glisten, and let the mood lighten the air and create a little “escape” for just a few hours.

Lee parks need volunteers

Volunteers needed to assist Lee County Parks & Recreation at the Beach Parks & Shorelines from Bonita Beach Park north to the Causeway Islands Park.  Hours are flexible and training is available. For more information e-mail vlittle@leegov.com or call 463-3764.

Living Green workshops

Every Wednesday, the public is invited to visit the Eco Living Center at Rutenberg Park in south Lee County to get information on how they can learn more about “green living” at home and work. Aside from displays and free take-home information, there is a different free hour-long workshop every Wednesday from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by a free guided walk through the Florida-friendly landscape demo garden. Reservations are required. Call 432-2163.