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FIND YOUR LIFE’S SONG

THE BEST OMELETS IN CAPE CORAL

NEW IDEAS WITH OLD FLAIR

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2018 PUBLISHER

Pat Eberle | Pat.Eberle@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Susan Bennett, Sarah Keech, Paulette LeBlanc, Nicolette Martin, Dana Scippo

Home Is Where the Heart Is

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Lacey Uhrich, Gregory Wagner

THE CONCEPT OF HOME IS DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE. For some, home is where the family is. It’s the place where weekends were— or still are—filled with baby snuggles, bedtime stories and Saturday morning cartoons. The place where the smell of bacon and pancakes fills the air on Sunday mornings, "do your homework before you go outside" is a daily mantra and unsnoozable slobbery dog kisses take the place of your morning alarm. For others, home is where the rest is. It’s the place where, after a long day, they go to relax. Where they spend meaningful time with their significant other, enjoy home-cooked meals and settle in on a comfy couch to catch up on the week's latest guilty pleasure TV shows.

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For some, home is where the work is. It's where they build their dreams, where they start their businesses and where they work day in and day out for success.

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And for us here at Cape Coral Lifestyle, home is where the heart is—it's where we get to share meaningful stories with all of you. Whatever your home may be, we hope you find a piece of it here in this month's issue.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2018

FEATURES 14 The Secret Behind the Best Omelets in Cape Coral Delicious Breakfast Delights are House of Omelets Chef Tony Dedaj’s Passion

18 Finding Your Life’s Song at Cubby’s Castle Barbara McCubbin Helps Students Find Their Own Life’s Song

22 Timepiece Treasures Farm House Clock Designs Reminds us to Treasure the Moment

28 Move-in Ready Enjoy Beautiful Florida Sunsets in this Yacht Club Area Home

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Around Town

10 DIY 14

Culinary Creations

22 Artists Palette 24 Local Limelight 27 Realty Report 28 Open House 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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AROUND TOWN

WRIGHT CONSTRUCTION GROUP BREAKS GROUND ON FIRE STATION #11 IN CAPE CORAL

graduation rate averages 88.7 percent.

Wright Construction Group Inc. has started con-

“These numbers show we are heading in the

struction on the Cape Coral Fire Station #11, located

right direction,” Superintendent Greg Adkins said.

at 1038 Burnt Store Road N. An official ground-

“Our graduation rate has exceeded our Vision 2020

breaking ceremony took place Thursday, January 11,

target for the second year in a row and I’m extremely

with Sweet Sparkman Architects, executives from

proud to see the rates for African-American and

Wright Construction Group and city officials.

Hispanic students increasing by 5 percent and 1.3

This is the first fire station built in Cape Coral

percent, respectively. We continue to strengthen

since Fire Station #1 was completed in 2009. The

our systems and processes in order to increase

9,000+-square-foot fire station will require more

student achievement.”

than 6 feet of fill material to be hauled to the site to

Many high schools showed improvement in

raise it above flood elevation, just over 4 feet above

graduation rates this past year. Nine of the 14 non-

Burnt Store Road. The new $3,750,000 station will

charter high schools increased their graduation

include two apparatus bays, stretching more than

rates in 2016-17. Eight schools graduated more than

77 feet in length. Seven bunk rooms will serve as

90 percent of their students.

sleeping quarters for the crews when they are on

In 2010-11, the U.S. Department of Education

duty. A full backup generator, along with a large

mandated that a uniform calculation method

capacity diesel storage tank, will provide power

during any storm event. A complete well and septic

method tracks a group of students from ninth to

system were also required since there are no utili-

12th grade, subtracting out students who trans-

ties in this part of Cape Coral. A 32,000-gallon stor-

fer out and adding in students who enter during

age tank will supplement the fire protection system.

that time. Only standard diplomas are counted

“As the fastest-growing city in the U.S., Cape Coral is expected to experience a population increase in 2018 and beyond, so it is important now more than ever to keep residents and visitors alike safe with

implemented

nationwide. This

federal

as graduates.

ALL-NEW CAPE ROYAL GOLF CLUB A BIG HIT DURING SEASON KICKOFF EVENT

a state-of-the-art fire station that will become a

Cape Royal Golf Club, which in 2017 underwent the

permanent staple to this beloved community,” Fred

start of a transformative redevelopment plan, hosted

Edman, president of Wright Construction Group,

a season kickoff tournament January 13, which raised

said. “To be a part of Cape Coral’s undeniably rich

nearly $5,000 for area charities. The kickoff scramble

history, as well as one of the biggest industries in

tournament showcased new features of the course

the local market, is a dream and privilege that we

including new greens, new clubhouse design, a new

will never take for granted.”

bar and restaurant, updated cuisine, new bathroom

For more information on this multimillion project, call 239.481.5000.

facilities, new golf carts and championship service staff managed by Green Golf Partners.

Wright Construction Group’s main office is

Cape Royal Golf Club is a family-friendly, full-ser-

located at 5811 Youngquist Road in Fort Myers, and

vice club open to the public featuring some of the

its satellite office is at 1404 Dean Street, Suite 201,

finest golf course design and mouthwatering fresh

in downtown Fort Myers. Find Wright Construction

cuisine in the area.

online at WCGFL.com.

DISTRICT’S GRADUATION RATE HITS HIGHEST LEVEL

The Caloosa Club, the newly renovated bar/ restaurant, provided dinner following the scramble. World

Long

Drive

Champion

Bobby

Bradley of Wellington hosted a long drive contest

The Florida Department of Education has

that alone generated about $1,700 for the Cape

released the 2016-17 graduation rates and again,

Royal Community Foundation. The foundation

Lee County has shown improvement.

donates college and university scholarships to high

The graduation rate increased to 78.7 percent for

When the data is disaggregated further, to include only the district’s traditional noncharter schools, the

school golfers in the Lee and Collier County area.

the 2017 graduation class, the highest level attained

Cape Royal Golf Club is located at 11460 Royal

by the district since 2010-11 when the federal rate

Tee Circle, Cape Coral, FL 33991. For more informa-

calculation was implemented.

tion, visit CapeRoyalGolfClub.com.

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DIY

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CULINARY CREATIONS

The Secret Behind the Best Omelets in Cape Coral

DELICIOUS BREAKFAST DELIGHTS ARE HOUSE OF OMELETS CHEF TONY DEDAJâ€™S PASSION ARTICLE SARAH KEECH | PHOTOGRAPHY LACEY UHRICH AND GREGORY WAGNER 14

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AFTER MOVING TO CAPE CORAL FROM MICHIGAN, TONY AND MERI DEDAJ OPENED HOUSE OF OMELETS IN JANUARY 2013, AND THE RESTAURANT HAS BEEN A BREAKFAST HOT SPOT EVER SINCE. With more than 20 signature French-style omelets on the menu, Tony—a seasoned chef and restaurant owner—and his dedicated staff serve up homemade dishes made with fresh, top-quality ingredients. The meat, cheese and veggie-filled four-egg House Omelet is a favorite of Tony’s and his customers. “I’ve always loved doing breakfast, especially the omelets. I love using all the fresh ingredients,” Tony says.

THE HOUSE OMELET INGREDIENTS + 4 eggs + Diced ham + Diced bacon + Crumbled sausage + Diced green peppers + Diced onion + Sliced mushrooms + Shredded cheddar cheese + Shredded Monterey Jack cheese + Butter DIRECTIONS 1. Saute the desired amount of ham, bacon and sausage. 2. Saute the green peppers, onions and mushrooms. 3. Preheat another nonstick skillet over medium heat. Use a little butter to grease the skillet.

“We believe a good breakfast is the perfect way to start a great day!”

4. Add the eggs and sauteed meat and veg-

—Tony Dedaj, chef/owner, House of Omelets

seconds or so.

etables to the preheated skillet. 5. Let the omelet cook 30 seconds or until slightly firm and cooked around the edges. 6. Now the tricky part: Flip the open-faced omelet over and let it cook another 30 7. Flip the omelet again and add the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. 8. Fold the omelet over into a half-moon shape and serve.

CONTINUED >

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CULINARY CREATIONS

(CON TI N U ED)

But, don’t let the name fool you, House of Omelets serves more than just excellent egg dishes. They have an extensive breakfast and lunch menu—including sandwiches, burgers and salads—and most of the generously portioned entrees are less than $10. They also now serve beer, wine, mimosas and bloody marys. With many regular customers and outstanding reviews, business is booming for House of Omelets. They recently expanded the Pine Island Road location’s dining area and opened a second location in Naples in February.

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The reception/waiting area has live vines growing everywhere.

FINDING YOUR LIFE’S SONG

at cubby’s castle BARBARA MCCUBBIN HELPS STUDENTS FIND THEIR OWN LIFE'S SONG

ALL MUSIC WAS BORN INSIDE OF SOMEONE. Imagine that someone is you or your child. McCubbin’s Music Conservatory is just such a place to find that inward ARTICLE PAULETTE LEBLANC PHOTOGRAPHY GREGORY WAGNER 18

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melody, and Barbara McCubbin is the kind of person who will lead you there. Every room in the conservatory has been named after the rooms of a castle, and the students are fittingly known as lords, ladies, dukes, duchesses and the like.

get the look

1. This wall cupboard can be purchased at Lowe’s. | 2. Philodendron can be purchased at Lowe’s. | 3. Afghans can be purchased at Barbara’s online Etsy shop, mcCubbys Creations. cubbys.creations33@gmail.com. | 4. This marble table can be purchased on Amazon.com. | 5. Watering can may be purchased at Ace Hardware. CONTINUED >

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FINDING YOUR LIFE’S SONG AT CUBBY’S CASTLE

(CON TI N UED)

At the music conservatory, Barbara delights in helping her

use the word can’t, because she believes it stifles the inborn ability

students, of any age, to find their own life’s song. She firmly

to be creative itself. While the conservatory has a tenacious focus on

believes each of us holds this song somewhere inside. In the

serious music, she admits that it is the most fun place on earth for her,

Grand Suite, one can study the piano and prepare for upcom-

and often finds it difficult to tear herself away at the end of the day.

ing recitals. Barbara does not believe in apologies for playing

Whether one's life’s song is found in their voice, on strings or on

a wrong note, so one needn’t fear. Guitar and violin lessons are

keys, Barbara has made it her passion to pull it out, while instilling

given in the Minstrel’s Gallery.

a lifelong love of music. Perhaps you’re a musical prodigy or it could

The rules in this creative space are based on the positive “can” rather than the negative “can’t.” Barbara does not allow students to

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ARTISTS PALETTE

Timepiece Treasures FARM HOUSE CLOCK DESIGNS REMINDS US TO TREASURE THE MOMENT

A SIT DOWN WITH PAMELA WELCH FROM FARM HOUSE CLOCK DESIGNS REVEALS THE VERSATILITY OF THIS TIMELESS DESIGN.

ALTHOUGH YOUR DESIGNS ARE INTRINSICALLY

DO YOU DESIGN ANYTHING ELSE?

RUSTIC, THEY COMPLEMENT A MODERN OFFICE OR

We have made a few signs and will be adding

CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN. THE BLUE-GRAY AND

them to our site. Also, we made a farmhouse table

WHITE BLOCK DZESIGN EVEN HAVE A NAUTICAL

and bench; however, we have not ventured into

VIBE. WHAT MAKES YOUR DESIGNS SO VERSATILE? We try to design our clocks to have the farmhouse feel and look along with an element of modern design, so they will accent all types of spaces whether it's in an older home, newer home with modern designs, cottage or an office environment. WHERE ARE YOUR CLOCKS? WHO BUYS THEM? Our clocks hang in New York City apartments, office spaces, beach cottages on the Atlantic Ocean,

farmhouses

New

selling them yet.

WHAT DO YOU WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR CLOCKS? We make each clock like it was our own. The same process is used on each one from start to finish. Our quality is the most important part of the entire process.

England and all around the coun-

WHAT IS ONE THING IN YOUR WORKSHOP THAT YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT? We designed a jig to hold the clocks as we cut the circles. That saves us a lot of time. WHY DO CLOCKS MAKE A SPECIAL GIFT? I think because every time someone glances at them, it brings back the special memories of the occasion whether it was a housewarming gift, anniversary gift or any other special

try. We have clocks in all but three states. We have custom-

occasion. Treasure those moments. Our clocks

ers buying them for their parents, business owners for their

are something that can be passed down from

offices, men buying them as surprise gifts for their wives.

generation to generation.

ARTICLE DANA SCIPPO | PHOTOGRAPHY GREGORY WAGNER

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Pam

This map's pins show where clocks were purchased.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

five love languages author to headline lifeline family center dinner ARTICLE SUSAN BENNETT | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY LIFELINE FAMILY CENTER

NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR GARY CHAPMAN TO SHARE SECRETS OF HAPPY RELATIONSHIPS

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WHAT IS THE SECRET TO A HAPPY RELATIONSHIP? New York Times best-selling author Gary Chapman, Ph.D., will describe what it takes to have a successful love relationship when he speaks at the 22nd Annual Benefit Dinner for Lifeline Family Center on Thursday, March 22. Millions of readers credit Chapman’s best-selling book, The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts, with saving their marriages and families by showing them simple and practical ways to communicate love. About 600 community leaders are expected to attend the annual benefit dinner at McGregor Baptist Church on Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $80 each or $440 for a table of eight. Sponsorships, which include a VIP reception with Chapman, are available from $1,000 to $10,000. Tickets may be purchased at LifelineFamilyCenter.org/Benefit-Dinner or by calling 239.242.7238. The Cape Coral Breeze and CTN10 Christian Television are the media sponsors for the event. “We are very pleased that Dr. Chapman will be coming to Southwest Florida to share his expertise in marriage and family counseling and help us improve or heal our most important relationships,” Kathy Miller, Lifeline Family Center president and founder says. “His message is sure to resonate with all who desire to communicate love in family relationships.” Lifeline Family Center provides a home in Cape Coral for homeless young women in crisis pregnancies to help them become self-supporting through education, job training, parenting classes, professional counseling and spiritual guidance. It is the only residential program in Lee County for homeless young women in crisis pregnancies who are not part of the foster care program. In the residential program, Lifeline Family Center serves up to 12 young women, ages 16 to 25, and up to 24 babies at a time. In the Outreach Ministry program, more than 6,000 women have received assistance with material needs, adoption counseling and resource referrals. The nonprofit also operates a 24/7 Pregnancy Helpline, provides free pregnancy tests, free ultrasounds by appointment, and does outreach to all areas of Lee County, including all college campuses. Several young women who have graduated from the two-year residential program also will speak about their experience at the benefit dinner and how Lifeline Family Center made a difference in their lives.

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REALTY REPORT

CAPE CORAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

REALTY REPORT

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

SW Cape Coral

$369,900

$365,000

98.68%

SW Cape Coral

$479,000

$475,000

99.16%

3 + Den

SW Cape Coral

$624,900

$565,000

90.41%

SW Cape Coral

$699,000

$675,000

96.57%

3 + Den

2.5

SW Cape Coral

$525,000

$510,000

97.14%

156

Yacht Club Area

$449,000

$425,000

94.65%

Yacht Club Area

$470,000

$440,000

93.62%

Yacht Club Area

$555,000

$525,000

94.59%

Yacht Club Area

$1,149,900

$1,000,000

86.96%

5.5

Savona Neighborhood

$419,900

$400,000

95.26%

Savona Neighborhood

$489,000

$400,000

81.80%

Palaco Neighborhood

$350,000

$320,000

91.43%

106

Palaco Neighborhood

$639,500

$610,000

95.39%

182

2.5

Palaco Neighborhood

$949,999

$920,000

96.84%

Sandoval

$186,900

$184,750

98.85%

Sandoval

$249,800

$244,000

97.68%

Sandoval

$264,900

$259,900

98.11%

2 + Den

Sandoval

$269,900

100.00%

Sandoval

$324,900

$295,000

90.80%

111

2.5

Cape Royal

$409,500

$373,000

91.09%

NW Cape Coral

$480,000

$460,000

95.83%

3 + Den

NW Cape Coral

$549,000

$530,000

96.54%

2 F, 2 H

NW Cape Coral

$509,900

$575,500

112.87%

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Move-in Ready ENJOY BEAUTIFUL FLORIDA SUNSETS IN THIS YACHT CLUB AREA HOME

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kitchen has been completely updated with new cabinets, new

THIS HOME! This move-in ready home is one of the best values

backsplash, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

in Cape Coral. Located in the highly desired Yacht Club area,

Outside the home, you’ll be able to enjoy this gulf access

you will want to call this home. The Yacht Club area features the

canal. This home has a very short boat ride, with no bridges, out to

Cape Coral Beach, park area and fishing pier and the Cape Coral

the river exiting the canal system by Spaghetti Point and into the

community pool, playground and pavilion. This is a great place to

Caloosahatchee River. From there, you’ll be able to cruise to Boat

enjoy the wonderful weather of Cape Coral. You will also find the

House, Tarpon Point and Cape Harbor for a quick lunch or din-

Boat House Tiki Bar & Grill which offers awesome food and drinks

ner. Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel Island, Cabbage Key, North Captiva

on an outside tiki bar atmosphere.

and more fun locations will make great day trips on your boat. If

Inside the home, you’ll find almost 1,600 square feet. The split

boating isn’t on your afternoon agenda, you will be able to float in

bedroom floor plan showcases the master bedroom on one side

the heated pool and enjoy the afternoon sun. The southwest rear

of the home and the guest rooms on the other side. Three sets

exposure gives you the best afternoon sun and amazing sunsets.

of sliders allow for tons of light and great access to the recently

In the front yard, you’ll find beautiful royal palms and lots of nice

added pool and very large lanai. The large living room in the front

landscaping. A new seawall, tile roof and a two-car garage complete

of the home has lots of room for all of your furniture and is a great

this move-in ready home. If you are ready to start your Florida adven-

sitting area to relax and enjoy the views of the pool and canal. The

tures, this is the perfect home for you.

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MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR is invited but reservations are needed

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EVERY TUES

"NIGHT AND DAY: LOVE LOST AND FOUND THROUGH THE EYES OF COLE PORTER "

SURFSIDE SUNSET MARKET

Studio Theatre

Cape Coral. The market is filled with

This thrilling and glamorous revue

friendly and knowledgeable ven-

features more than 40 songs from

dors offering fresh, healthy and local

"CABARET"

a film, Broadway, and recording

produce; gulf-fresh seafood; fresh

Historic Arcade Theatre

career

bakery items; German breads and

The 1920s are drawing to a close, and

Cole Porter penned some of the

pastries;

handcraft-

in a Berlin nightclub, the master of

most-sung songs of the 20th cen-

ed soaps and lotions; cupcakes;

ceremonies tells the audience to leave

tury, and you’ll fall in love with

cheese; pickles and olive mixes; lo-

their troubles outside. With the Kit Kat

them all over again. Showtimes

cal honey; fresh-cut flowers; jams

Klub as the backdrop, "Cabaret" fol-

vary; no shows on Mondays.

and jellies; and more. 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

lows an American writer in Berlin, his

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love affair with an English singer, Sally

that

spanned

decades.

for the meeting. For more information about this meeting or AAUW, email aauwleecounty@gmail.com or visit FMLC-FL-AAUW.net. 11:30 a.m.

Shops at Surfside

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a year-round shopping experience to

microgreens;

MAR 20-APR 11

Bowles, and his journey of self-discov-

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"THE MIRACLE WORKER"

LEE COUNTY COMMUNITY BAND FREE CONCERT

Historic Arcade Theatre

Just before the turn of the 20th cen-

no shows Mondays. ForidaRep.org

22 20TH ANNUAL STUDENT JURIED EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION

tury, desperate for help, the Keller

The Lee County Community Band

family hires a young woman to help

will present a free concert at 3 p.m.

their blind and mute daughter learn to

Programs typically include a mix of

communicate with the outside world.

energetic marches, Broadway hits,

University Art Galleries

"The Miracle Worker" is a moving,

old favorites, patriotic songs, season-

Students working in sculpture, draw-

inspirational and electrifying story of

al pieces and sing-along. Directed by

ing, digital media, printmaking, paint-

perseverance, friendship and hope.

Richard Bradstreet, the 50-member

ing and ceramics submit their finest

Showtimes vary; no show Monday,

band is comprised of musicians from

works. Up to 70 works of art demon-

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all walks of life who reside in Lee, Col-

strating students’ accomplishments

lier and Charlotte Counties.

and experiments will be featured. The

EVERY SAT CAPE CORAL FARMERS MARKET Downtown Cape Coral - Club Square

The Cape Coral Farmers Market has become known for its abundance of

Cape Coral High School

ery and awakening. Showtimes vary;

Florida Gulf Coast

jurors are drawn from local artists,

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curators and art professionals. The opening reception with awards presentation will start at 5 p.m. March 22. Works will be on display through April 5. ArtGallery.FGCU.edu

The Landings Yacht,

fresh, local produce and Gulf-fresh

Golf and Tennis Club

seafood. Check out all the fan-

The featured speaker is Sharon Al-

tastic selections in the food truck

drich, presenting "Into the Jordan

court, hear live music and shop the

Ministries" addressing human traf-

SOUNDS OF JAZZ & BLUES

wares of local craftsmen, artists

ficking in Lee County. AAUW is an

Tarpon Point Marina

and antique dealers. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

organization which sponsors schol-

The Sounds of Jazz and Blues is the

CapeCoralFarmersMarket.com

arships for young women. The public

premier musical event in Cape Coral.

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The Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department is proud to bring some of the best talents for a night of musical magic, food, and fun. Join in the citywide celebration. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets start at $20. Visit CapeConcerts.com for the lineup, tickets and more information.

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Florida Coalition Against Human Trafficking invites the community to the third annual masquerade party. This fun-filled evening is about unmasking the realities of human trafficking and celebrating the empowerment of its survivors. Tickets: $125/person or $900/table of eight. Presenting sponsor Scanlon-Lexus will offer a twoyear lease on a new 2018 NX200T Lexus to the winner of the raffle—$50/ticket or $100/three tickets. 6 p.m. SWFL-HumanTrafficking.org

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