2018-07-05

Charlotte County Tax Collector’s new location grand opening, Port Charlotte

1. Betsy Edwards Donate Life, RanaMoye, Sherri Smith, Elaina Ortolivo,Tracy Moore-Pipkins and Jo-AnnTisme2. Kendall Clotfelter, Ed Diaz, Kim Kapela,Kim Jones and Matt Nasworthy3. Matt Nasworthy , Kendall Clotfelter, EdDiaz, Josephine Capoverde and KimJones4. Michele Harris, Ed Diaz and DebbieDolphin5. Joette Maynard, Christine Lee,Josephine Capoverde and Kim Kapela6. Dora Smith and Joel Bosak

FILM CAPSULES

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom .. (Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, James Cromwell) Claire (Howard) and Owen (Pratt) return to the setting of “Jurassic World” to evacuate the dinosaurs when a volcano threatens the island. The premise may be a bit different, but not much feels new, or fresh. It’s a downer when you spend 128 minutes watching a movie and […]

HOROSCOPES

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Congratulations on getting that project up and running. But as exciting as it is, don’t let it carry you away. Make sure you set aside time to spend with family and friends. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Be sure you are part of the discussion involving your suggestions. Your presence ensures that you […]

How a simple box can be a treasure chest of hopes, memories

COLLECTOR’S CORNER


I think every family in America has had its version of a hope chest. For some, it’s an elaborate cedar chest, designed to keep moths away from expensive woolens and other fabrics. For others, it may be a basic cardboard box, into which treasured mementoes of a lifetime are tucked. Or even a simple jewelry box, filled with photos, love […]

‘Annie’ and her dog Sandy hit the stage at Broadway Palm


The musical “Annie” is playing on the Broadway Palm stage through Aug. 11. A spunky orphan, Annie is determined to find her parents, but instead her adventures lead her to billionaire Oliver Warbucks. As part of a publicity campaign for Mr. Warbucks, Annie and her dog Sandy are placed in the lap of luxury for a week. However, Annie’s stay […]

Fort Myers Alliance for the Arts presents Comediannettes July 21

The Alliance for the Arts will present The Comed iannettes, (formerly Diva Comedy Night) at 8 p.m. on July 21 in the theater. This one night of side-splitting standup comedy features funny and fierce female comedians all from Florida. General seating tickets are $15 for Alliance members and $20 for non-members. The lineup features Pam Bruno, Dani Thralow, Nancy Francis […]

Coming up at the Renaissance Academy

The Renaissance Academy of FGCU offers lifelong learning classes to enrich life experiences at any age. The following sessions will be held at Herald Court Centre in downtown Punta Gorda. Tai Chi for ArthritisNoon-1 p.m. Mondays andWednesdays, ongoingFee: $45 multiclass package;$7 per classInstructor: Sharon Fultz Tai chi has been proven by more than 30 medical studies to improve health for […]

Local authors communicate with children through their books



When the need or desire to communicate with children meets imagination, magic can be made. For two local ladies, their brand of magic manifested itself in books that strive to educate and inform, as well as entertain. Stefanie Perez, BSN RN, is a career nurse currently studying to be a nurse practitioner. In her world, the sight of blood is […]

You’ll find big-city elegance and gourmet fare at 88 Keys

DINING OUT


When you enter 88 Keys Florida inside The Wyvern Hotel, you’ll wonder whether you’ve walked into a restaurant or the inside of a piano. That instrument’s theme runs through the clever décor of 88 Keys, starting with the stunning red, highly lacquered baby grand showcased in the bar area. The chic art-deco look of 88 Keys provides a stylish backdrop […]

2018-07-05 E-Edition