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The Visual Arts Center of Punta Gorda is offering exciting new classes this session! Join Naida Johnson for Chair Yoga starting October 9, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday nights are for ballroom dancing - come kick up your heels and have some fun! Explore your creativity with our wide variety of art classes, including jewelry making, glass art, painting, drawing, resin, fiber arts, pottery, photography, and much more. There’s something for everyone, whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to move, create, and connect! https://visualartcenter.org

Charlotte County, Fla. – (Sept. 30, 2025) UF/IFAS Extension Charlotte County is calling for donations of peanut butter. The Peanut Butter Challenge is an annual jar collection for local food pantries hosted by UF/IFAS Extension. Unopened jars of peanut butter can be donated at the following locations from Oct. 1-31: *Centennial Park Recreation Center, 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte *Englewood Charlotte Public Library, 3450 N. Access Road, Englewood * Port Charlotte Public Library, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte * Punta Gorda Charlotte Public Library, 401 Shreve St., Punta Gorda 

Limited time only! Restoration Bar is excited to offer these deals from October 6th through the 17th 2025 

Have you been waiting for the best price on tox for your face? Now is the time!  Xeomin Buy 2 areas, get 1 area free! This means you can smooth your forehead AND angry 11s AND crows feet wrinkles for $500!  Filler? Yes! Belotero buy 1 syringe, get 1 free! 

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Gilstad Literacy Foundation - Books, Bites & Bellinis, Join us on November 7, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate 30 years of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program.  Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, live music by local artists and view special Dolly memorabilia.  We county on your support to help us continue providing free, monthly books to the preschool children in Charlotte County.  Your support helps them develop the early literacy skills that are crucial for school success.  Cocktail Attire - event is hosted by Cheryl Berlon, 1444 Sea Gull Ct., Punta Gorda.  RSVP to Galyn Morris, Executive Director at gilstadlfccil@gmail.com or 941-628-3734.

Putt for a Purpose: Join the “Fred Lang Front Nine” to Support Mental Health -  Charlotte Behavioral Health Care is excited to announce the return of its much-loved annual fundraiser, the Fred Lang Front Nine, on Friday, November 15, 2024. This lively event features a 10:30 a.m. shotgun start, custom putt-putt golf holes at eight different locations in downtown Punta Gorda, a $500 grand prize, over-the-top team costumes, and plenty of community fun throughout downtown Punta Gorda. The cost is $120 per team, and registration is available at www.CBHCfl.org/events

The Visual Arts Center of Punta Gorda is offering exciting October workshops! On Oct 1, 6–9pm, join Jim Austin for “Snapped: Creative Art Photo Studio in Your Hands”, a cell phone photography class focused on photo aesthetics, adding depth, and creative expression. On Oct 4, 10am–2pm, take “Square It Up” with Jill Lindsay and learn how to use squares and grids to create accurate, realistic paintings. Starting Oct 1, enjoy Ballroom and Line Dancing every Wednesday night. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, it's fun for all! Visit www.visualartcenter.org

Buffalo Graffix is proud to be a supporter of the Charlotte County Jazz Society and we’re writing you today to share about their upcoming 2025-2026 concert series! They are opening the season on October 13th with the Rebecca Richardson Trio. This concert will be held in the round at the Charlotte Harbor Event Center. This promises to be an intimate musical experience like no other in Charlotte County. November, December, and January Concerts will be held at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center and this season the Big Band concert will be held in December. Closing out our season with the February, March, and April concerts held at the Gulf Theatre. Visit cc-jazz.org or call our CCJS hot line at 941-766-9422.

Honor a veteran or first responder this Veteran’s Day weekend by sponsoring the 5th annual Healing Field of Honor, hosted by the Punta Gorda Rotary Club. This inspiring commemorative event will feature 1,000 American flags proudly displayed in tribute. For $40, you can purchase a flag tagged with the name of your chosen veteran or first responder. Each flag will stand in the field of honor and, after the event, is yours to keep as a lasting tribute. Learn more: https://www.puntagordarotary.org/hfoh/.

Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens presents Orchid Ovation 2025. Join us on November 13th from 10:30AM until 1:30PM. Let the serenity of nature and the power of art uplift your spirit as we come together to celebrate and support a meaningful cause.  Purchase your tickets here!

Saddle up for a great family outing as we rally to support our only full-time County Commissioner! Commissioner Stephen R. Deutsch Family County Campaign Rally! Chicken BBQ * Music * Hay Rides * Corn Hole * Dancing * Games on Saturday, October 18th, 2025 at 3:00PM. Event will be a the Kalin Farm, 6187 Alan Blvd, Punta Gorda, Florida. $25 Per Person, $50 Family (Children under 12 free). Tickets in advance are STRONGLY encouraged. TICKETS / RSVP: Phone: 941-830-5585 Web: www.StephenRDeutsch.com EMail: Team@StephenRDeutsch.com

Charlotte Players- Let’s Murder Marsha runs Oct 9-26 as the second play of our 65th season. Marsha, who is addicted to reading murder mysteries, hears her husband discussing her upcoming birthday surprise with a woman. To her ears, it sounds like they are planning to murder her! With the assistance of a friend, she tries to turn the tables on them with a poisoned potion. Marsha’s intended victims discover what she has planned and decide to teach her a lesson by pretending to be murderers. For tickets and more information, go to www.charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022.

Timber Jamboree - Where Woodcraft Meets wonder October 11 from 9am-4pm at Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens.  Visit Peace River Gardens | Explore Art & Nature in Florida for more information. 

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, C.A.R.E. and the Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte Branch of AAUW invite you to a special luncheon on Thursday, October 9 at 11:00 AM at the Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club. Hear Lee Barnett’s powerful story—a devoted mother who risked everything to protect her child. Her journey, featured nationally, highlights the harsh realities families face seeking safety. Register with your lunch preference by September 24 at https://carefl.org/events/ Join us to support survivors and raise awareness in our community.

Rotary Club of Charlotte Harbor District 6960 is hosting a Run or Walk the Rounds for Nursing 5K. Join us at Centennial Park on October 25, 2025. Registration starts at 7am, race starts at 8am. Sign up now at www.runsignup.com We are looking for Sponsors and participants to help solve the critical Nursing Shortage in SWFL in addition,  proceeds help fund scholarships to graduates of area high schools pursuing nursing careers. Email njbasketcase@gmail.com for details.

Join us for Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic First Annual Boot, Shoot & Boogie Competition on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9:00am-2:00pm at Sarasota Trap Skeet and Sporting Clays 7730 Target Trail, Nokomis.  Visit https://onecau.se/vbacompetition to sign up a team or $125 per person.  Call 941-368-8863 for more information. 

The City of Punta Gorda and Punta Gorda Charlotte Library are proud to host Fall Festival 2025 on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 1-4pm. This free, family-friendly event will feature food, games, trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and more! Mark your calendars for a wicked good time celebrating community with our neighbors and friends. INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THE FUN? Click the links below to learn more about how your business or nonprofit organization can be part of this wonderful event.  Questions Email fallfest@cityofpuntagordafl.com for information, here are the form links:   Sponsorship Information Packet   Sponsorship Commitment & Disclaimer Form   Nonprofit Participation Form