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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2020 PUBLISHER

Rob Hannon | rob.hannon@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Aubrey Sewell | aubrey.sewell@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Chad Jensen

WELCOME TO FORT MYERS LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

LAYOUT DESIGNER

Jayme Emery CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Aubrey Sewell

AS WE BEGIN 2020, WE WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME YOU TO THE PREMIERE ISSUE OF FORT MYERS LIFESTYLE—WHERE WE’RE INSPIRED BY COMMUNITY, AND HOPE THIS MAGAZINE INSPIRES YOU TOO! We’re thrilled to be your source for all things local here in Fort Myers. As you flip through these pages, you’ll be drawn into the incredible stories behind the people and places that call Fort Myers home. Our goal is to share the stories of everything and everyone Fort Myers has to offer—and the things that matter most to you, our readers, for whom we produce this magazine each month.

What better time to start this venture than the beginning of this new and exciting year, this new and exciting decade! In traditional resolution fashion, we set goals for what we want our future selves to be like and look like. We take a glance back

CORPORATE TEAM

at where we have been and what we have done, and we try to remember to extend

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

ourselves grace. January is a time to cleanse, to start fresh and not dwell on who

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

we were 12 months ago. So much change can happen in a year, so as we plan

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

our future and commit to resolutions, we also leave some room to change our minds—to grow and be human.

Here at Fort Myers Lifestyle, we are so proud of our community and cannot wait to see what's in store for 2020. As new businesses open, old businesses expand, charities fundraise and we all turn one year older, we will be right there to share your

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

stories and celebrate your milestones.

Happy New Year, Fort Myers. Thank you for inviting us into your homes and being a part of our story. We look forward to sharing this next year with you!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2020

FEATURES 12 2020’s Greatest Defender Land Rover’s New Design for a New Decade

14 Living in Luxury Purely Designed by Pure Design

18 A Holistic Approach to Medicine Wellness for you Mind, Body, & Emotions

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20 Use This, Not That Healthy, Easy, Delicious Food Swaps

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DEPARTMENTS

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

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Renovate & Refine

20 Healthy Lifestyle 22 Local Limelight 26 Inspired By 30 Lifestyle Calendar 31

Realty Report

32 Local’s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

Norman Love Confections Expands to Sarasota Norman Love Confections will open its sixth Chocolate Salon at University Town Center (UTC). It will offer the company’s award-winning ultra-premium, handcrafted chocolates, as well as specialty desserts, artisanal baked goods, coffees, novelty products, sweet & savory crepes, Artisan Gelato, & a selection of wines, and will be the first Norman Love Confections to offer an interactive dessert experience.

Jaguar's 2019 Community Support Jaguar Land Rover Fort Myers proudly sponsored the Florida Everblades Military Game honoring guests who have served and are still serving our beautiful country. Jaguar also sponsored Brunch with the Blades to support the Boys and Girls Clubs of SWFL held at the brand newly renovoated clubhouse at The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers.

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Saddle Up For Soldiers In November, Jaguar Land Rover sponsored the Miles of Smiles Saddle up for Soldiers event to help raise money for the Miles Ranch Builders Without Borders project. The event featured music from the Ben Allen Band as well as silent and live auction items, including a weekend use of a Jaguar and other amazing prizes.

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AROUND TOWN

HOME & GARDEN SHOW On January 4th & 5th, Hertz Arena provides the

hours of great live music by bands from southwest Florida and beyond!

Fort Myers area the opportunity for homeowners to see the newest in products and find great ideas for their home improvement projects. Discover services, furnishings, accessories, decorating ideas, remodeling services, landscapers and more!

FT. MYERS VEG FEST Come see how easy it is to find healthy plantbased foods in Fort Myers, at Florida SouthWestern State College on January 5th, from 10am-3pm. Find local sources of eco-friendly and cruelty-free products. Learn about the science behind the benefits of a plant-based diet. Featuring expert speakers, cooking demos, vendors, and animal rescues – with entertainment and activities for the whole family!

RISE WEEKEND RISE Weekend is happening just outside of

13TH ANNUAL DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. UNITY BREAKFAST

Fort Myers at Hertz Arena from January 9th-11th,

The SWFL Alpha Educational & Leadership

2020! RISE Weekend is a 3-day personal growth

Foundation, Inc. invites you to the Sidney & Berne

conference created and led by author, blogger, and

Davis Art Center at 7:30AM on January 20th. The

motivational speaker, Rachel Hollis. Women from

vision for the breakfast is to bring together diverse

every walk of life will come together to be inspired,

members of the community and serve as an exam-

supported and enveloped in a community at this

ple of “unity” as envisioned by Dr. King. During

energizing and motivational event.

this historic event, featuring special guest speaker, Dr. Ed Jackson, Jr., there will be recognition of outstanding community leaders that espouse the spirit of of Dr. King with the “Guardian of the Dream” Award and a Dr. King commemorative march.

BLUEGRASS INDOOR CONCERT On January 19th, the Alliance for the Arts partner with the acoustic Music Society of SWFL is showcasing a sensational fusion of American country music. A combination of Irish, Scottish and English ballads and traditional dance music with a heaping

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RHYTHM OF THE RIVER: COCKTAILS ON THE CALOOSA

helping of jazz influence makes our bluegrass con-

Steve Farst has been entertaining audiences for

certs a toe-tapping, knee-slapping good time. Join

years with his unique sound. He plays a little of both

fellow acoustic music lovers in the theater for three

old and new music on acoustic guitar and adds his

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own personal touch for a fantastic performance.

Parrot Key take place on the FIRST and THIRD

Spend the evening of January 31st (6 pm) along the

Mondays of every month through May from

river, while enjoying great music, a fantastic river view

4-7pm with beer stands in the parking lot, live

and refreshing beverages! Bring your favorite lawn

music with Frank Torino, t-shirts and souvenirs

chair and a sweater if the weather is chilly. There will

for sale, prizes and lots of fun.

be a cash bar and refreshments available for purchase. edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/

10TH SEASON OF LAKES PARK FARMER’S MARKET

FRANKLIN GRAHAM SUNSHINE STATE TOUR Bring your family, friends and neighbors to this event with music from five time GMA Dove winner,

Lakes Park Farmers Market operates every

Jeremy Camp and a message of hope from Franklin

Wednesday, 9am - 1pm, thru the end of April. Join

Graham, Billy Graham's son. Held on January 19th,

us, to shop from local vendors selling: fresh fruit,

at 4 pm, at Hertz Arena, no tickets are required for

veggies, cheese, honey, seafood, organics, breads,

this uplifting evening.

pastries, pickles, guacamole, soap, candles, prepared meals, meats, tea, coffee, and so much more.

For more information go to BuyLocalLee.com

CARIBBEAN CAR SHOW

We are always accepting submissions for announce-

Polish your chrome and rev your engines for

ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town

the Caribbean Cruise-In Car Shows at Parrot

section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact

Key and Salty Sam's Marina. The Car Shows at

Us tab at LifestylePubs.com/FortMyers.

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK

2 02 0 ’s g r e at e s t de f e n de r LAND ROVER’S NEW DESIGN FOR A NEW DECADE

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“THE NEW MODEL WILL REPRESENT 70 YEARS OF

and 90 offer a center console refrigerator compartment,

INNOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT; HONORING THE

an optional front jump seat that can accommodate an

VEHICLE’S HISTORY FOR RUGGED SOLIDITY WHILE

extra passenger or be used as an armrest with cuphold-

THOROUGHLY REMAINING A DEFENDER FOR THE

ers. The extensive list of features and options allows driv-

21ST CENTURY.”

ers to design, customize, and enhance the vehicle of their

The new 2020 Land Rover Defender is the first rede-

dream within the Defender’s four accessory packages:

sign since 1983. While incremental changes have been

the Explorer, the Adventure, the Country, and the Urban.

seen over time, it’s continued to sport the signature boxy,

Defender shoppers will have a choice of Standard

upright, agricultural aesthetic from the 1948 series. The

(base), SE, HSE, a First Edition, plus a top X model. The

minimalistic and utilitarian interior has a compact center

Standard and S models come with the P300 2.0-liter

console for the gear-changing and climate control set-

four-cylinder, while the four upper trim levels have the

tings, as well as a newer and smarter version of Jaguar

P400 3.0-liter six-cylinder. Designed for optimum dura-

Land Rover’s InControl Touch system. With seats that heat

bility using the toughest materials, it can handle extreme

or cool, cabin lighting with 10 configurable options, Two

terrains, from the urban jungle to shifting sands and icy

and Three-zone Climate Controls, Cabin Air Ionization that

environments. With the emotionally engaging design and

cleanses the air, USB points and 12V power sockets avail-

the engineering integrity of the recognizable silhouette

able in each row, and an optional 700W Meridian Surround

including short front and rear overhangs to improve its

Sound System, every ride, no matter the length, can be

geometry and capability, characterful and perfectly pro-

customized to desired optimal pleasure. Seating and inte-

portioned round headlights, and alpine lights that help

rior space is plentiful as the 110 model offers three-row

bathe the cabin in light and add unique personality, this

seating in a five-plus-two arrangement, and both the 110

2020 vehicle is sure to turn heads and win over car lovers.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

LIVING IN LUXURY

PURELY DESIGNED BY PURE DESIGN

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“LUXURY IS A STATE OF MIND.” L’Wren Scott. For some people it may be a state of mind, but for residents of the Signature Club in Lely Resort it is a reality. Residents of the Signature Club live in a resort style community with all the features of a single-family home. Ranging in size from smaller family layouts to multi-family member residences, there is a floor plan to match each unique buyer. All homes have a view of the centerpiece lake with a fountain and are a short walk away from The Players Club and Spa, a word class facility featuring resort style pools, bocci courts, basketball courts, 13 Har-Tru Tennis Courts, a well-equipped fitness center, a Tiki bar, outdoor fireplace, Verandah bar and indoor fine dining.

What could be more luxurious than living where you have access to so much? How about having a home in this community decorated by Pure Design of Naples, Inc? One family from Finland has had such luck.

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Wanting to have a space for the visiting overflow of their relatives, they selected a two bed, two bath floorplan with a powder room, a study, his and her’s closets, and a lanai with a gorgeous view and asked Pure Design to work their magic, which was notably an incredible choice.

Firm

Founder

and

Designer,

Laura

Parsons describes the mission of Pure Design as striving “to deliver the highest level of creativity, service, and project management. A collaborative process allows for an open and dedicated exploration of personalized concepts to create beautiful and functional interior solutions for our clients.” Their three-phase process to produce a space their clients love are: DEFINE, DEVELOP, DELIVER, and the execution of this project sets new standards in design.

The inspiration behind the curtain was creating a space that reflected everything that is loved about Naples. They created an easy, breezy, contemporary coastal look with colors showing off the blue, sunshiney skies and turquoise waters, which they define as “Naples Nice.” Furniture placement and room layouts were strategically designed to complement and draw attention to the surrounding lake and golf course views. Their vision for putting together a home where guests could feel a part of and embrace the Naples coastal lifestyle exceeded expectations. puredesignofnaples.com

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“TO GAIN WISDOM WE MUST HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE, TO HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE WE MUST FIRST BE AWARE AND TO BE AWARE WE MUST HAVE ACCEPTANCE OF OUR FEAR, WORRY, ANGER, SADNESS AND GRIEF.” – DR. MELINEA HOLMAN

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A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO MEDICINE

Her Bio-Scanning magnetic device picks up ener-

getic disparities in organs, glands, and other parts of the body at their most basic levels. It is used as an adjunctive diagnostic and treatment technique to

WELLNESS FOR YOU MIND, BODY, & EMOTIONS

pick up imbalances years before they manifest into illness or disease and detect the proper supplemental protocol to correct them.

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SINCE 1995, DR. Melinea Holman, DC has been

Her pre-screening tests and analysis methods are

serving Fort Myers and the Southwest Florida

a safe and natural means of analyzing the body’s

area with her holistic healthcare practice target-

structural, physical, and nutritional needs. Tests such

ing five points of healing: physical, nutritional,

as CardioVision, Live Blood Cell Analysis, Nutritional

emotional, mental, and spiritual. She uses the

Tissue Analysis, Neurotransmitter Laboratory Analysis,

patient’s natural healing abilities in conjunction with

Bio-energy Testing, Contact Reflex Analysis, and Nail

traditional and integrative medicine as means of ther-

& Tongue Analysis are able to spot deficiencies that

apy to treat and achieve the greatest possible results

could cause or contribute to various acute or chronic

in her patients. She believes in treating the source

health problems and prevent their development.

of a physical ailment and not just the symptoms

Nutritional Therapy consists of a detailed nutrition

that manifest from it. 95% of all physical complaints

and supplementation plan as natural solutions to

can be tracked back to an energetic imbalance that

many conditions including, but not limited to, dia-

stems from a prior emotional trauma or a belief sys-

betes, immune disorders, food allergies, fatigue, and

tem the patient holds, so just addressing the symp-

impaired memory. Even patients with no specific

toms will not allow healing to occur at the root of the

illnesses will benefit from supplements that cater to

problem. The body has the ability to heal itself and

their bodies to maintain optimal health and function.

Dr. Holman’s job is to help patients understand how

Being a holistic chiropractor, her approach to

they got to where they are and how to release their

healing the body also includes spinal adjustments, as

traumas and beliefs in order to move forward, heal,

all functions of the body are completed based upon

and arrive at their own best personal health.

signals from the brain that travel down the spinal

Holman’s training is in chiropractics, nutritional

column to all organs, endocrine, and cells of the body.

therapy, and the Body Talk System. Offering services

When the spinal segment is out of alignment, it usually

such as Body Talk, Bio Scanning, Pre-screening

indicates that an imbalance exists somewhere in the

& Analysis, Neurotransmitter Testing, Nutritional

body and a chiropractic adjustment properly aligns

Therapy, and Chiropractics, she is able to use sim-

the spine so nerve signals can be correctly conveyed.

ple, non-invasive and effective holistic therapy to

Dr. Holman’s friendly, approachable personality,

treat patients with all levels of ailments and make

relaxing office environment, top notch training and

significant differences in their health that traditional

expertise, and genuine passion for health sets her

medical care has not been able to do . With the

apart; she’s not just another doctor, she’s a doctor

Body Talk System, she helps reconnect the lines of

that can heal people in ways that no one else can.

communication of the body’s internal mechanisms to

repair and prevent disease while rapidly stimulating

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

U s e T h i s , N o t T h at HEALTHY, EASY, DELICIOUS FOOD SWAPS

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HEALTHY EATING ISN’T A TREND; IT’S A LIFESTYLE SO MANY ARE CHASING. With January comes the inevitable resolutions and goals to become healthier and fitter. Workouts increase (or let’s be honest, they start...AGAIN). Salads are eaten. Smoothies are blended. Water consumption soars.

As a whole, the tendency is to take leaps and bounds to meet the [somewhat unrealistic] expectations we set, only to find it challenging to keep up or maintain ALL these new habits. It’s much easier to making lasting changes if baby steps are taken. They are realistic; they are doable. Conquering one leads to conquering more. So, here are some “baby step” food swaps that are healthy and yummy and

Sweetened Applesauce » Unsweetened Applesauce Sour Cream » Plain, Non-fat Greek Yogurt (Chobani) Regular Bread » Sprouted Grain Bread White/Wheat Pasta » Chickpea Pasta (Banza) French Fries » Seasoned Sweet Potato Wedges (Alexia) Baking Soda » Aluminum Free Baking Soda Vegetable Oil » Unflavored Coconut Oil Parmesean Cheese » Nutritional Yeast Pudding/Dessert Dip » Dessert Hummus with fruit Donuts » Energy Bites (recipes online) Popsicles » Frozen Grapes Ice Cream » Frozen Yogurt Soda » Sparkling Water (ICE or La Croix) Juice » Aloe Juice/Water with Fruit Milk » Almond/Cashew Milk

S m a l l S wa p s , B i g B e n e f i t s

will help you head into this new year, and towards your new goals.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Dancing In The Waves

JOEY WAVES IS A FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHER WHO MAKES HIS HOME IN MARCO ISLAND, FLORIDA. The visual drama and artistry of Joey’s photographs are born of a keen eye for the many

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moods of the south and southwest Florida lifestyle and a lifelong passion for the beauty of nature in it’s most raw form. This passion shines throughout Joey’s work and the results are remarkable. His ability to capture light as it dances across the horizon and is reflected into the mirrored pools below, has his work highly sought after. His images are epic, majestic and bold. www.joeywaves.com CONTINUED >

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INSPIRED BY

WO R KO U T S F O R YO U R MOODS NEW YEAR, NEW US. We don’t mean to be cliché, but is there really any better time for working on yourself than when Jan. 1 rolls around—whether you’re focused on your physical health or your mental health? It sure seems like the perfect time, but there will also be days when you’re just not quite feeling it.

The holidays are over, the days are shorter and, let’s face it, there’s not really a ton to look forward to until spring sprouts. But, whatever

NEED A PICK-ME-UP, BUT DON’T QUITE

your mood is this time of year, there’s still an

HAVE THE ENERGY? THESE ACTIVITIES WILL

activity you can do that’s worthwhile—and

GET YOU MOVING AND OUT OF YOUR

will give you a boost! Here’s how to choose the right one.

POST-HOLIDAY FUNK

YO G A

FEELING ANXIOUS

A regular yoga practice can help to ease anxiety by increasing body awareness, reducing muscle tension, relieving stress and sharpening attention + concentration.

01 R AG D O L L Ragdoll pose is great for relaxation and to release tension. Stand tall + reach your arms up, then allow them to fall gently toward the floor as you bend down.

02 C H I L D ’ S P O S E This calming and restorative pose is a common beginner’s position. Starting from your knees, sit back on your heels then walk your arms forward, bringing your torso down until you can rest your forehead on the floor.

03 S AVA S A N A Relax one body part at a time, one muscle

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at a time + one thought at a time through a daily Savasana practice.

RUNNING There’s a reason people who are active runners describe something called a “runner’s high.” Studies show that aerobic exercises release

FEELING DOWN

mood-boosting endorphins.

BEGINNERS If you want to get into running but aren’t sure where to start, check out a couch-to-5K program to ease into it.

C A S UA L R U N N E R S Challenge yourself by switching up your running routine. Whether you’re changing your route or upping your distance, a new twist could give you a nice refresh.

ENTHUSIASTS Whether you’re into 10Ks or half marathons, consider signing up for a new race and decreasing your time.

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FEELING BORED

CLIMBING When you feel like you’re in a rut with your workouts and just don’t feel motivated anymore, try something new and exciting! Rock climbing is a great way to introduce something different without it feeling like a workout.

01 C L I M B I N G GYM S Climbing gyms have been popping up everywhere as the sport becomes more mainstream + are a great option for those who prefer to be adventurous indoors.

02 B O U L D E R I N G Bouldering, great for developing power, is a type of rock climbing where the climber doesn’t use ropes or harnesses, generally done on a much smaller scale.

03 S H A P E U P Since climbing can use different muscles from traditional workouts, it’s important to keep up with strengthening those. Key areas to pay attention to include upper body, lower body, core, fingers and wrists.

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When your head is full of thoughts, it can Training (HIIT) provides a break from that with short bursts of 100% focus followed by rest. Here’s a quick circuit.

01 K E T T L E B E L L SW I N G S Do as many reps as possible in 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

02 H I G H K N E E S Climb it out for 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

03 P L A N K Hold your plank for 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

Repeat the circuit three times for a quick workout that touches on strength, cardio + core.

HIIT

FEELING STRESSED

get overwhelming. High-Intensity Interval

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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FORT MYERS RIVER DISTRICT’S SEAFOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL

RUN TO HOME BASE

1300 Hendry St

The 2020 fundraising event honors

At the Fort Myers Seafood & Music

and supports SWFL Veterans and

Festival, hungry festival-goers will

their families with proceeds going

flock to enjoy a delicious array of

directly to Home Base’s SWFL ini-

seafood ranging from Cajun-style

tiatives. This Run/Walk through the

crawfish to raw bars. Over the course

scenic areas surrounding JetBlue

of three days thousands will enjoy the

Park end with the unforgettable

festival's beer garden, alcoholic and

experience of crossing home plate.

non-alcoholic drinks, live music, arts

Friends and family can watch from

& crafts as well as a variety of attrac-

the stands at Fenway South, with

tions for folks of all ages.

food

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BIGGEST HOME SHOW IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Lee Civic Center

JetBlue Park

&

entertainment

available

throughout the venue.

24 CALOOSAHATCHEE CELTIC FESTIVAL Centennial Park

The Fort Myers Home & Remodeling

The Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival

Show will feature a unique opportu-

strives to educate individuals and

nity to gauge the pulse of the local

groups about the heritage, his-

consumer market. Combined with

tory, culture, and traditions of the

our experience and expertise, we

Celtic lands through the medium

have been able to create a unique

of music, providing entertaining

and successful sales platform from

productions with broad appeal to a

our long list of business owners, who

wide range of audiences.

year-after-year chose to exhibit their products and services at our event.

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2020 CLAMJAM OF SOUTWEST FLORIDA SEAFOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL

The third annual Motor Show will

This exciting, jam-packed two-day

feature the Exotic Vehicle Display

event featuring over 190+ craft ven-

and fun for the whole family! There

dors and 10-15 special food vendors

will be 25 trophies, including the Top

with fresh local seafood, right off

20 awards, FGCU Car Club’s Best in

the boats of SWFL fishermen, live

Show, Auto Faction’s Best in Show,

entertainment and music, fishing and

Vice President's Best in Show, Top

boating seminars by local captains,

We are always accepting submissions

Exotic, and Overall Best in Show.

arts and crafts vendors, and chil-

for events you'd like to see included

Proceeds benefit the American Heart

dren’s activities including rock climb-

in our Calendar section. Submissions

Association and the FGCU Car Club.

ing, face painting, bounce houses

are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

and rides. www.ClamJamSWFL.com

LifestylePubs.com/FortMyers.

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2101 SW Pine Island Road

REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

FORT MYERS

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Cape Coral

$925,000

$925,000

100%

0

3

3.5

Shenandoah

$1,225,000

$1,135,000

93%

0

5

5.5

Bonita Bay

$3,080,000

$3,080,000

100%

0

5

5.5 +.5

$754,900

$745,000

99%

1

2

2

Mcgregor Isles

$1,875,000

$1,875,000

100%

0

4

5.5 +.5

Pelican Sound

$850,000

$800,000

94%

0

3

3

$2,050,000

$2,050,000

100%

0

3

2

$810,000

$810,000

100%

0

3

3.5

$1,569,000

$1,492,500

95%

0

3

3.5

Shadow Wood at the Brooks

$799,000

$755,000

94%

2

4

3

Sanddollar Condo

$1,199,000

$1,150,000

96%

0

3

2

Blackhawk

$739,000

$725,000

98%

2

5

3.5

$2,850,000

$2,675,000

94%

0

4

3

$849,000

$810,000

95%

0

4

4

$1,895,000

$1,895,000

100%

0

3

3.5

Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club

$949,800

$935,000

98%

0

3

3.5

Fairview Isles

$799,900

$779,900

98%

0

3

2

$1,238,000

$1,175,000

95%

0

3

3

The Plantation

$750,000

$720,000

96%

2

4

3

West Bay Club

$1,695,000

$1,632,500

96%

0

4

4.5

South Seas Island Resort

Mcphie Park Tarpon Point Marina The Colony at Pelican Landing

Bonita Beach West Bay Club Bonita Bay

Bonita Bay

This data is a sampling of sold properties since May, 2019. Source: Southwest Florida MLS. To Receive Addresses; Text FMRealtyReport to: 239-360-5527

WHAT IS SELLING IN FORT MYERS? “Your Real Estate Concierge” Barry Hoey PA, Realtor® CIPS, CLHMS, CRS, GRI, SRES

Full-Time Real Estate Broker Associate with the Hoey Team 239-360-5527 | Barry@SWFLLuxury.com www.SWFLLuxuryCollection.com

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