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Why wait? Give your employees the gift of a better lifestyle today! Gulfcoast South AHEC offers FREE tobacco cessation counseling and FREE Nicotine Replacement in the form of patches, gum and/or lozenges at no cost for qualifying participants. As part of Tobacco Free Florida’s in-person/virtual Group Quit sessions, we are here to help. Call 866-534-7909 or visit gsahec.org to register today.
August through September classes & workshops are here! Plan the ultimate season with hundreds of entertaining and creative activities available here at the Visual Arts Center. New classes such as Salsa Dance, Draw & Paint, Mosaics, Glass Art, Pottery, & many more available this upcoming season. Visit us today Charlotte County!
It’s never too late to quit smoking. Quitting smoking now improves your health and reduces your risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease, and other smoking-related illnesses. Gulfcoast South AHEC offers FREE tobacco cessation counseling and FREE nicotine replacement therapy in the form of patches, gum, and/or lozenges at no cost to qualifying participants. As part of Tobacco Free Florida’s in-person/virtual Group Quit sessions. Call 866-534-7909 or visit gsahec.org to register today.
Attached is a press release announcing the launch of Tech Tide Market, a new community vendor market at Charlotte Technical College that will support SkillsUSA students while providing an opportunity for local small businesses and vendors to showcase their products. The market will kick off this fall and feature local vendors, food trucks, hands-on activities, and more, with proceeds helping students participate in SkillsUSA competitions and other career development opportunities. Help spread the word (Flyer) and encourage vendors and community members to get involved. If you have any questions contact Elizabeth Lombardo, The Firm Advertising Agency elizabeth@thefirmfl.com
Member’s Showcase Now Open! Experience pure passion through our Member’s works in our Member’s Showcase Exhibition!
A dedicated show to our talented members of the Visual Arts Center. Many pieces were entered and the people have chosen! Come see what they think and form your own perspective on these beauties. Available in all galleries until August 26th.
Are you looking to build more exposure for your business? Advertise with Charlotte Players for as little as $250 for the whole season and be seen by over 12,000 people! For more information, email Lori at lori.wagner@charlotteplayers.org or see the form at
A rain barrel workshop will be held on Aug. 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Centennial Park Recreation Center, 1120 Centennial Blvd. Pt. Charlotte. This workshop will be hosted by Kaylynn Hyson, UF/IFAS Extension of Charlotte County Florida Friendly educator. Each participant receives a rain barrel, a 55-gallon food grade drum converted into a rain barrel with a spigot and overflow valve. Discover how harvesting rainwater can help you save water, reduce runoff, and support a Florida-Friendly landscape. This is a great chance to learn easy ways to make your garden more sustainable and eco-friendly. To register, go to the Eventbrite link https://rbws070326.eventbrite.com. For information, contact Kaylynn Hyson at (941) 764-4340.
Join us for Cooking with C.A.R.E. on Sunday, August 9, at Carmelo's Italian Ristorante for an unforgettable evening of exceptional food and community impact. Guests will enjoy a chef-prepared three-course dinner, a live cooking demonstration, and the opportunity to support C.A.R.E.'s life-changing services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Tickets sell out every year, so don't wait! Gather your friends and reserve your seats today by calling 941-639-5499 or visiting carefl.org.
Join the dozens of sponsors who have showcased their business, product, or service to thousands of attendees at the Florida International Air Show. Sponsorship connects your brand with families, veterans, aviation fans, community leaders, and visitors from across Southwest Florida. Benefits include increased visibility, on-site exposure, digital and social media recognition, client engagement, employee appreciation, and community pride. Support a respected nonprofit event while helping your business be seen, appreciated, and remembered. Learn More: https://www.flipsnack.com/9967785BDC9/fias_sponsorship-opportunities-2
Pricing & Sponsor Packages: https://eventhub.net/events/2026-Florida-International-Air-Show-_7506
Join the Marine Corps League for our Charity Clay Shoot on October 3, 2026! Enjoy a day of friendly competition, camaraderie, and community support while helping provide toys and hope to children in need during the holiday season. Shooters of all skill levels are welcome. Proceeds benefit Toys for Tots, Make-a-Wish and local charitable programs. Mark your calendar and help make a difference—one clay at a time. Register and learn more at www.claysforcause.com.
Support the Charlotte Harbor Parrot Head Club’s 20th Birthday Bash, “Don’t Stop the Carnival!” happening April 8–11, 2027. This milestone event directly benefits A.N.A.’s Friends, providing essential resources to vulnerable local children. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we offer seven different sponsorships. Partnering with us offers prime brand visibility, including banner logos, program advertisements, and social media features, to a loyal community. Secure your tax-deductible sponsorship today to market your business while changing local lives! 2027 Sponsor Form - 2027 Sponsor Details
Pineapple Fest returns to Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens on Saturday, July 25, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.! Celebrate summer with live music from Roots Almighty, David Lapio, and Vere Hill, plus tropical fun featuring plant sales, food trucks, vendors, contests, and family-friendly activities. Enter the Pineapple Bake-Off or show off your homegrown pineapple in our biggest pineapple contest. Garden members receive free admission, and tickets are available in advance or at the gate. Wear your favorite pineapple gear, bring a beach chair, and join the fun! www.peacerivergardens.org
During the month of July, Sea Grape Gallery will be featuring jewelry designer, Nancy VanTassell. Nancy has been creating art of some nature since childhood; in 2004 she became obsessed with jewelry designing. After moving to Florida from Poughkeepsie, New York, and eventually into retirement, Nancy decided to focus on her love for jewelry making and her obsession with wire weaving. As Nancy explains, wire weaving is an age-old technique of taking different gauges of wire and intertwining them to create a design. Learn more at https://seagrapegallery.com/
Charlotte County Public Schools is looking for a local aircraft broker for Charlotte Technical College. To register, go to
https://www.beaconbid.com/solicitations/charlotte-county-public-schools/register and register, at no charge, with Charlotte County Public Schools. If you are registered with Beacon Bid, go to https://www.beaconbid.com/solicitations/charlotte-county-public-schools/0cd6b7df-bbac-4d7f-a141-d3598823e705/aircraft-purchase-and-delivery for all of the details. This Request for Proposal (RFP) closes on 7/31/26.
Call for photos for the 2027 county calendar – the theme is “The Waters of Charlotte County.” Submit photos that feature the beauty of our county’s waters. Photos must be taken in Charlotte County, cannot include business identifiers (logos, signage, etc.), be taken horizontally and 8.5x11 inches to be considered. Enter online: www.CharlotteCountyFL.gov/contest by Aug. 31. Winners will be notified by phone or email and calendars will be available late November at county facilities.
The Florida SBDC at FGCU is pleased to welcome Jerry Martin as its new Regional Director. Jerry officially joins the organization on July 6 and will relocate to Southwest Florida to lead the center’s continued mission of helping entrepreneurs and small businesses start, grow, and thrive. Jerry brings more than 30 years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business consulting, economic development, higher education leadership, and technology commercialization. Contact the SBDC for more information sspecht@fgcu.edu or visit https://sbdc.fgcu.edu/ for business workshops.
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s office is gearing up for another "Back to School" version of our Shop With A Cop program in July. For those who aren't aware, this event helps students from financially-limited families by connecting them with deputies who take them shopping for school clothes. If you are interested in supporting Shop With A Cop, please reach out to our Community Affairs team at events@ccsofl.net. This event is 100% community-funded, and you make it possible. Thank you again to all who support.
Plan the perfect season with us! The Visual Arts Center September-March classes are here! Visit our website to explore the large array of classes and workshops we offer! Brand new classes have been added this upcoming season! Digital, Draw, Paint, Pottery, Dance, Mosaics, Fused Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, and so much more! Learn a new art this year! All ages, all levels are welcome. Let’s get creative SWFL! Visualartcenter.org
Goodwill Southwest Florida Celebrates 60 Years of Community Impact: Goodwill SWFL celebrates 60 years of transforming lives across Southwest Florida, growing from its 1966 beginnings into a trusted nonprofit that now serves nearly 25,000 people each year. Through workforce development, digital training, small business support, and disability services, the organization continues its mission of helping individuals overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve lasting independence. Read the full story in Fort Myers Living Magazine Click here
Tie the knot where the sun meets the sea—right inside the Clerk’s Office! Roger D. Eaton, your Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller, is bringing the beach to the Justice Center with sunset beach weddings in our marriage ceremony room from July 1st - July 31st. *Sunset skies and golden palms * Warm memories painted in every moment * Summer attire encouraged. Visit Marriage.CharlotteClerk.com Have questions? Call us at (941) 637-2335. We look forward to making your wedding day unforgettable.
Charlotte County has a new online Community Speaker Request form to make it easy to request speakers for meetings and events. Community groups, HOAs and other organizations can invite county staff to present on a variety of topics, including public services and infrastructure. The form can also be used to request a speaker to learn more about the proposed extension of the 1% local option sales tax and projects it would fund. Visit Community Speaker Request | Charlotte County, FL