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Notice: FGCU’s Faculty Senate meeting to include FGCU Board of Trustees

FGCU’s Faculty Senate meeting to include FGCU Board of Trustees FORT MYERS, Fla. – FGCU Board of Trustees Lyndsay Rhodes and Michael Wynn, chair, will attend the Faculty Senate meeting at 9:30 a.m. For more information, contact Director of Board Relations Tiffany Reynolds at [email protected] or visit the website for the Board of Trustees at fgcu.edu/about/leadership/fgcuboardoftrustees. -FGCU-  …

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FGCU’s Faculty Senate meeting to include FGCU Board of Trustees

FORT MYERS, Fla. – FGCU Board of Trustees Lyndsay Rhodes and Michael Wynn, chair, will attend the Faculty Senate meeting at 9:30 a.m.

For more information, contact Director of Board Relations Tiffany Reynolds at [email protected] or visit the website for the Board of Trustees at fgcu.edu/about/leadership/fgcuboardoftrustees.

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Lee County Port Authority News Release: SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REPORTS FEBRUARY TRAFFIC

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REPORTS FEBRUARY TRAFFIC FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 22, 2024) – During February, 1,223,761 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers. This was an increase of 26 percent compared to February 2023.The traffic leader in February was Delta with 217,369 passengers. Rounding out the top five airlines were Southwest…

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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REPORTS FEBRUARY TRAFFIC


FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 22, 2024) – During February, 1,223,761 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers. This was an increase of 26 percent compared to February 2023.

The traffic leader in February was Delta with 217,369 passengers. Rounding out the top five airlines were Southwest (186,982), United (168,006), American (157,616) and Frontier (119,307).

Southwest Florida International Airport had 10,362 aircraft operations, an increase of 28 percent compared to February 2023. Page Field saw 16,658 operations, which was a 5 percent decrease compared to February 2023.

Southwest Florida International Airport served more than 10 million passengers in 2023 and is one of the top 50 U.S. airports for passenger traffic. No ad valorem (property) taxes are used for airport operation or construction. For more information, visit flylcpa.com or facebook.com/flyRSW.

Announcing our 30th Anniversary Season

Announcing Our 24-25 Pops Series at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall The Gulf Coast Symphony's 30th Anniversary season will be a mix of audience favorites, honoring iconic eras and legendary artists such as Elton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and more. A new production of Bernstein's classic West Side Story will showcase our magnificent…

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Announcing Our 24-25 Pops Series at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall


The Gulf Coast Symphony’s 30th Anniversary season will be a mix
of audience favorites, honoring iconic eras and legendary artists
such as Elton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and more. A new
production of Bernstein’s classic West Side Story will showcase our
magnificent orchestra, plus many special guests will take the
stage of the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall as part of our
30th Anniversary Concert Celebration!  And the Gulf Coast
Symphony will reprise TRINITY: CLASSICALLY IRISH, the PBS
special we recorded in 2021 and has been seen on TV stations
across North America!  Subscriptions for this exceptional season
will be available starting tomorrow. Celebrate three decades of
musical excellence with Gulf Coast Symphony.

Our 24-25 Season At A Glance!

Symphonic Rewind: A Tribute to ’90s Music (January 19)

The Doo Wop Project: At the Hop! (February 2)

Michael Cavanaugh performs The Music of Elton John (February 16)

Trinity: Classically Irish (March 16)

West Side Story (March 22 & 23)

A 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration (March 30)

Iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber & Friends (April 13)  

plus…

Don’t miss our summer and fall pops concerts, our annual Halloween

Family concert, Deck the Halls with the Fort Myers Symphonic

Mastersingers and the Nutcracker with the Gulfshore Ballet!


Have questions about tickets or subscriptions? Please contact us
by clicking the button below, emailing
[email protected], or calling 239.277.1700.


Gulf Coast Symphony, PO Box 60878, Fort Myers, FL 33906, United States

Join Us at the Open House for the 2024 South Florida Environmental Report

Open HouseYou're invited to join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for an upcoming Open House featuring the 2024 South Florida Environmental Report. After publishing this year's report, SFWMD scientists and engineers will be at various poster exhibitions to answer questions about the scientific data and information within the annual South Florida Environmental Report. Date:…

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Open House
You’re invited to join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for an
upcoming Open House featuring the 2024 South Florida Environmental Report. After
publishing this year’s report, SFWMD scientists and engineers will be at various poster
exhibitions to answer questions about the scientific data and information within the
annual South Florida Environmental Report. 

Date: Wednesday, April 10 and Thursday, April 11, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. on both days
Location: SFWMD Headquarters
3301 Gun Club Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
The lobby of the B-1 Building
Map and Parking: Click here to view a map with directions and parking information.
Free parking is available in the visitor parking area. 

We look forward to your participation to learn about the latest science and accomplishments
highlighted in the 2024 South Florida Environmental Report. 
Learn more about the 2024 South Florida Environmental Report.

The South Florida Water Management District is a regional governmental agency that
manages the water resources in the southern part of the state. It is the oldest and largest
of the state’s five water management districts. Our mission is to safeguard and restore
South Florida’s water resources and ecosystems, protect our communities from flooding,
and meet the region’s water needs while connecting with the public and stakeholders.

Go slow, look out below for manatees this spring

(Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.) March 21, 2023 Photos and video available  Suggested Tweet: Manatees are on the move! Learn how you can help keep #manatees safe this spring: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/FLFFWCC/bulletins/391d3d3 @MyFWC #Florida Go slow, look out below for manatees this spring Watching for manatees while boating is always important and…

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
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March 21, 2023

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manatees swimming in spring run

Go slow, look out below for manatees this spring

Watching for manatees while boating is always important and spring is a particularly important
season for boaters to go slow and lookout below for the slow-moving mammals as they naturally
disperse from their winter refuges.

Manatees overwinter in Florida springs, power plant discharges and other warm-water sites, relying
on water that is warmer than 68 degrees Fahrenheit. As spring brings warmer temperatures, manatees
gradually disperse from their winter habitats and are more likely to be in rivers, canals and nearshore
waters.

Although adult manatees are large, spotting them in the water can be challenging. Going slow and
looking out below helps boaters and personal watercraft users better spot manatees that might be in
the area. People on the water can help manatees by wearing polarized glasses, following all manatee
protection zones, keeping an eye out for visible snouts or manatee “footprints” — large circles on
the water that are indicators that manatees are below the surface, and always giving manatees space.

From April 1 through Nov. 15, seasonal manatee zones require boaters to slow down in certain areas
to prevent manatees from being injured or killed by motorboats or personal watercrafts. Boat strikes
continue to be a major threat to Florida manatees. FWC law enforcement officers patrol state waters
to inform boaters of the seasonal manatee speed zones and take appropriate enforcement actions.
Boaters are reminded to abide by the regulatory signs they see on the water. Manatee protection
zones are marked by waterway signs and maps of manatee protection zones are available online
at MyFWC .com/Manatee by clicking on “Data and Maps.”

As a reminder, manatees are a protected species and it is illegal to feed, harass or harm them. Physically
handling a distressed or stranded manatee can cause additional harm to the manatee and could put you
at risk of serious injury. Instead, report injured, distressed, orphaned, sick or dead manatees to the FWC’s
Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922) so trained responders can assist.

Resources for boaters, educators and other interested members of the public are available at MyFWC
.com/Manatee. What should you do if you see a manatee? The Viewing Guidelines page provides helpful
tips on respectfully viewing manatees, additional guidelines for boat and personal watercraft operators,
and information on what you can do to help these amazing aquatic mammals.

Are you interested in supporting the FWC’s manatee research, rescue and management efforts? You can
purchase a Florida manatee license plate or donate $5 to receive a collectable FWC manatee decal. Both
are available from your local Tax Collector’s office.

Spring is an active time for many of Florida’s wildlife species. For more information, visit MyFWC.
com/News and click on “Spring Wildlife News.”
circles in water are manattee manatee snout out of water

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NEW LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES Start APRIL 2nd!

        LIFELONG LEARNING NEW CLASSES! NEW SESSION!   We are so pleased to be offering these high-interest classes for our adult community in Southwest Florida.  Our NEXT SESSION starts APRIL 2 2024   REGISTER USING LINKS BELOW               Sign-up for email updates HERE   LOCATION: Lee County Public Education Center    CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Beginner A  Monday REGISTER HERE…

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LIFELONG LEARNING

NEW CLASSES! NEW SESSION!  

We are so pleased to be offering
these high-interest classes for our adult community
in Southwest Florida.
 

Our NEXT SESSION starts 
APRIL 2 2024  

REGISTER USING LINKS BELOW              

Sign-up for email updates HERE  

LOCATION: Lee County Public Education Center   

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Beginner A  Monday
REGISTER HERE  

ASL (American Sign Language) BEGINNER Monday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH Monday
REGISTER HERE  

BEGINNER UKULELE #1 Monday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH (Beginners) Monday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL HAITIAN CREOLE (Beginners) Monday
REGISTER HERE  

MICROSOFT Basics WORD & EXCEL (Beginners) Monday
REGISTER HERE  

CAKE DECORATING (Beginners) Tuesday
REGISTER HERE  

BEGINNER UKULELE #2 Tuesday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: BEGINNER B Tuesday (Afternoon) 
REGISTER HERE  

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Tuesday
REGISTER HERE  

BUILDING EMPATHY (FREE) Tuesday
REGISTER HERE  

US CITIZENSHIP CIVICS TEST PREP COURSE Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Beginner A(afternoons) Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Intermediate Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH: Intermediate Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

FAMILY SEWING Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL PORTUGUESE: Beginner Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

MICROSOFT EXCEL: Intermediate  Wednesday
REGISTER HERE  

COMPUTER BASICS (afternoon) Wednesday
EGISTER HERE  

ORAL COMMUNICATION (FREE) Wednesday
REGISTER HERE   

LOCATION: Cypress Lake High School    

HULAFIT Tuesday
REGISTER HERE  

ZENTANGLE (drawing class) Tuesday
REGISTER HERE     

LOCATION: Cape Coral High School    

CERAMICS for BEGINNERS Tuesday
REGISTER HERE   

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: BEGINNER Tuesday
REGISTER HERE  

WATERCOLOR Thursday
REGISTER HERE  

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: INTERMEDIATE Thursday
REGISTER HERE      

If you have any QUESTIONS please contact Marliss Brockington
at 239.939.6321 or
[email protected]    

LCSD Employees:
Do you have a special skill or talent you’d like to share?
Join our Lifelong Learning team of Teachers and share
your skills with the adults in our community!
Please contact Marliss for more information.
                                                                     

The Alliance for the Arts Presents 32nd Annual Student Exhibition in Partnership with Lee Arts Educators Association

The Alliance for the Arts Presents 32nd Annual Student Exhibition in Partnership with Lee Arts Educators Association Exhibition will feature Elementary and Middle School Art April 4-13, High School Art April 19-27 Fort Myers, FL (March 21, 2024)- The Alliance for the Arts invited the public to its featured April exhibition, The 32nd Future of…

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The Alliance for the Arts Presents 32nd Annual Student Exhibition in Partnership with Lee Arts Educators Association

Exhibition will feature Elementary and Middle School Art April 4-13, High School Art April 19-27

Fort Myers, FL (March 21, 2024)- The Alliance for the Arts invited the public to its featured April exhibition, The 32nd Future of Art: Student Exhibit. The exhibition will be on display from April 4-27, 2024 at 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, Florida. This is the 32nd year the Alliance has partnered with the Lee Arts Educators Association (LAEA) to display student work in a formal exhibit. The show features Lee County schools and hundreds of works in a variety of mediums. Winners will be selected in several categories and the Best in Show will be awarded.

This exhibition will be divided into two, two-week sessions and feature both elementary & middle and high schools. The first two weeks of the month will be dedicated to the participating elementary and middle schools of Lee County. Elementary and Middle School opening night will be held on April 4, from 5-7:00 pm. This session will be on display through April 13.

Lee County High Schools will be in the gallery the following two weeks with the opening reception held on April 19, 5-7:00pm. This session will be on display through April 27. The High School exhibition is sponsored by Florida SouthWestern State College.

Both receptions are free and open to the public and the High School opening reception will feature pizza provided by Downtown House of Pizza (DHOP).

Theatre Gallery Artist: The Students of Jeanne Dozier (April 4-13) and Digital Lee(April 19-27)

From April 19-27, the Theatre Gallery will feature artwork by the students of Digital Lee. Digital Lee was established to create a more relevant, community, and career focused learning environment for the technology students of the Lee County School District. Digital Lee showcases both design and technology skills of Lee County’s Career & Technology Education (CTE) middle school, high school and post-secondary students. This show will feature Lee County’s Graphic Design, Animation, Publication and Web Design students from each school.  The goal of our CTE programs and participation in Digital Lee is to provide exposure for the students of Lee County; thereby spurring career opportunities, scholarship awards, and local technology involvement that will continue to make Southwest Florida a thriving and culturally rich community.

While the gallery admission is free, a $5 suggested donation keeps the Alliance programming affordable and accessible.

For more information about this exhibit, visit artinlee.org/laea2023 or call 239-939-2787.

About Alliance for the Arts

The Alliance for the Arts is a nonprofit community visual and performing arts center located in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida. Since 1975, the Alliance has been committed to transforming lives and improving community through the arts. The Alliance campus and galleries are open to the public from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, located at 10091 McGregor Boulevard just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For more information, please call 239-939-2787, visit us at www.ArtInLee.org, find us on Facebook and  Instagram.

Tips to safely co-exist with alligators

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
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Tips to safely co-exist with alligators

As the weather gets warmer across the Sunshine State, alligators are becoming more active and
visible.

The American alligator is a conservation success story in Florida. Florida has a healthy and stable
alligator population, which is estimated at 1.3 million alligators of every size. Alligators are found
in all 67 counties, inhabiting all wetlands where there’s adequate food and shelter.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) works to keep Floridians and
visitors informed and recommends the following precautionary measures near alligators, including
in or near the water, to reduce the chances of conflict:

-Keep a safe distance if you see an alligator. If someone is concerned about an alligator, they
should call FWC’s toll-free Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR (866-392-4286),
and we will dispatch a contracted nuisance alligator trapper to resolve the situation.

-Keep pets on a leash and away from the water’s edge. Pets often resemble alligators’ natural prey.

-Swim only in designated swimming areas during daylight hours and without your pet. Alligators
are most active between dusk and dawn.

-Never feed an alligator. It’s illegal and dangerous. When fed, alligators can lose their natural
wariness and instead learn to associate people with the availability of food. This can lead to
dangerous circumstances for yourself and other people who could encounter the alligator in
the future.

Access safety information resources in both English and Spanish by visiting MyFWC.com/
Alligator and clicking on “Living with Alligators.” 


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Fort Myers CRA BOC Meeting Notice

      The Fort Myers CRA Board of Commissioners will hold its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM   Please note that the meeting scheduled is from 9 AM to Noon and may end earlier than anticipated. We encourage all attendees to arrive on time to ensure…

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The Fort Myers CRA
Board of Commissioners will hold its Regular Meeting on
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  

Please note that the meeting scheduled is from 9 AM to Noon
and may end earlier than anticipated. We encourage all attendees
to arrive on time to ensure we can make the most of the scheduled time.  

The meeting is scheduled to be held at City Hall Chambers
2200 Second St, Fort Myers, FL 33901  

Please contact the CRA Office for assistance if needed.  

Phone: (239) 321-7100
Email: [email protected]  

We hope to see you there.

Thank you! 
 
Find Agenda Here  

 
Stay connected and learn more about your CRA!

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Read the 2022 Annual Report In accordance with s. 163.356(3)(c), Florida Statutes,
the annual report for the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) of Fort Myers,
Florida, has been filed with the city.   This report includes information on activities
for the preceding fiscal year, and a complete financial statement setting forth assets,
liabilities, income, and operating expenses as of the end of the fiscal year.
2022 Annual Report
City of Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency
1400 Jackson Street,
Fort Myers, FL 33901

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FGCU Academy - HOT TOPICS Wednesday!

Hundreds of lectures. Knowledgeable instructors.  Join us in-person at one of our 19 locations or participate online.           JANUARY - MAY 2024 PROGRAM REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE OR VIA PHONE     Keep your mind active and engaged this year! Register for a lecture with FGCU Academy! Register for a…

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Hundreds of lectures. Knowledgeable instructors. 
Join us in-person at one of our 19 locations
or participate online.
         
JANUARY – MAY 2024 PROGRAM REGISTRATION IS NOW
AVAILABLE ONLINE OR VIA PHONE    

Keep your mind active and engaged this year!
Register for a lecture with FGCU Academy!
Register for a Day Trip with FGCU Academy!    

Greetings, With Easter just around the corner, i hope you all have a chance to HOP on
Over to FGCU Academy for a few more classes. We have one more trip next week to
Dali Museum.  

Visit our Sneak Peaks section for next week, below.  

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2024 WINTER-SPRING
PROGRAM GUIDE ONLINE!  

REGISTRATION AVAILABLE ONLINE BY CLICKING HERE  

Call our offices anytime for assistance at 239.434.4737      

Click on any topic below to learn more.    

WEDNESDAY’S HOT PICKS


Introduction to Photoshop Elements
March 25, 27, 29 | 9:30 – 12:30 pm M / W / F
Naples Center / Online via Zoom  

Participants must have a working knowledge of computers AND should bring
their own laptops with Photo Shop Elements (latest version) installed. In this
hands-on lecture, basic and advanced beginner Photoshop Elements techniques
are explored. Topics include RAW conversion, rotating photographs, layers,
straightening horizons, color adjustments, removing or minimizing wrinkles
and blemishes, adding or eliminating items from a scene, changing the color
of a particular object in a scene, changing from color to black and white or
sepia, moving parts of one picture to another picture and adding text.


How the Electoral College Shapes Presidential Campaigns
March 25 | 10- 11:30 am Monday
Naples Center / Online via Zoom  

Presidential elections are determined by a Byzantine process involving the voters,
state governments officials and the U.S. Congress. This lecture addresses how
candidates strategize to win 270 Electoral College votes and how it will likely
happen.


Advanced Mah Jongg Strategies (3-part series)
March 25, 27, 29 | 10 – 11:30 am M / W / F
Naples Center / Online via Zoom  

Please bring your 2023 Mah Jongg Rule Card (from the National Mah Jongg League;
call 212-246-3052) and your own Mah Jongg set. Take your Mah Jongg to a higher
level. Be prepared to play hands with defensive strategies and faster decision making.
Learn when to call and when to wait. Why is this game more about looking and listen-
ing than just studying your hand?


Introduction to Plant Biotechnology
March 26 | 10 – 11:30 am Tuesday
Naples Center / Online via Zoom  

Plant biotechnology has changed the features of crops growing on most of the land in
the USA. While plant biotechnology products can be controversial, they are embraced
by farmers and represent greater than 90% of the total corn, soybean and cotton acreage.
This lecture informs students about how the products of plant biotechnology are generated
and evaluated. DNA introduction and genome editing approaches using CRISPR are simply
explained, and the current and future products of plant biotechnology are presented.    

HOT TOPICS of the Week  
Application of Mindfulness to Enhance Health and Well-Being
The First Amendment: What Americans Need to Know
Recovering Ethics in America  

Sneak Peak for Next Week – see what is coming    
The Rise and Fall of the Habsburg Empire (2-part series)
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
The Vikings and Normans
What Does It Really Mean When the Bible and Constitution Say…?
Introduction to X (formerly Twitter), WhatsApp, TikTok, YouTube and Telescope
The Pentagon Papers and the Ellsberg Trial  

Day Trips / Special Events


The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg
March 28 | 8 – 6 pm, Thursday
St. Petersburg  

Last Chance to Register  

Our private, docent-led tour takes us through the highlights of the permanent collection as
well as a brand-new exhibition, The Shape of Dreams. The Shape of Dreams explores 500
years of dream-inspired paintings from the 16th to 20th century, demonstrating how artists
throughout time have depicted a profound yet common phenomenon of human experience –
the dream. The exhibition examines how Western artists have depicted dreams for different
audiences throughout time, exploring the continuity and disconnections between the past
and present. Our tour includes round-trip motor coach transportation, driver gratuity, entrance
fees, a private docent-led tour and audio guides. Lunch is on your own. Departure information
will be emailed 3 days prior to the trip. Itineraries are subject to change.
No refunds within 10 business days of departure.        

TAKE A LECTURE AT ONE OF OUR 19 LOCATIONS  
The Arlington, Naples (AR)
Aston Gardens, North Naples (AG)
Bentley Village, North Naples (BV)
Bonita Bay Community Assoc., Bonita (BB)
Brooks Enrichment Center, Bonita (BR)
The Collaboratory, Ft. Myers (CO)
Cypress Cove, Ft. Myers (CC)
FGCU Main Campus, Ft. Myers (FG)
Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples (GR)
Hideaway Beach Club, Marco island (HB)
The Island Country Club, Marco island (IC)
Moorings Park Grande Lake, Naples (GL)
Moorings Park at Grey Oaks, Naples (GO)
Moorings Park Original Campus, Naples (MP)
Naples Center, Naples (NC)
Siena Lakes, North Naples (SL)
The TwinEagles Club, North Naples (TE)
United Church of Marco Island, Marco (UC)
Wyndemere Country Club, Naples (WC)  

(see page 4 of the Winter-Spring 2024 Program Guide for location addresses)
 

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Classic Safari: Kenya & Tanzania
August 13-28, 2024 
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Exploring Iceland
August 15-25, 2024  
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Southern Italy & Sicily
September 4-18, 2024  
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Scotland: Highlands & Islands
September 9-20, 2024  
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September 17 – 28, 2024
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Jewels of the Rhine
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September 20 – 30, 2024
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Provincial French Countryside
September 27-October 11, 2024 
15 days for $6,297  

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New Zealand Adventure
October 10-25, 2024  
16 days for $8,124  

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October 31-November 18, 2024 
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FGCU Academy Needs Your Support Today to Ensure that Our Critical
Mission of Adult Education and Enrichment Continues!  

FGCU Academy is ready to serve the SWFL community for the Winter-Spring 2024 Season—Learning,
Growing, Sharing and Socializing. With nearly 700 programs at more than nineteen locations, there is
something for everyone. If we have had the opportunity to meet in person or if you have heard me speak,
I hope I was able to share with you my passion about FGCU Academy and its mission to provide lifelong
learning and enrichment to the SWFL community. I believe it is critical to our well-being to keep exploring
new avenues for growth to keep our minds engaged in our past, present and future.   

Since we are a non-credit programmatic offering, Florida Gulf Coast University can provide $0.00 of
support to the Academy. We must be financially self-sustaining.  

The fact is that the revenue generated through memberships and program fees provides for only 50% of our
annual operating costs. Additionally, our attendance has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels, so revenue
is much lower than in the past.   

As an educator, I find myself slightly uncomfortable talking about the financial needs of the Academy beyond
thanking everyone for their participation. But, this year and for the near future, it is important that I find the
words to ask for additional support through philanthropic donations.  

Our passion keeps us moving forward and your donations will do the same. Please take a moment to consider a
year-end donation to ensure our continued success. All amounts make a difference in strengthening the work we
do in the community.   

Your gift will allow the Academy to offer more than 1,000 diverse and fascinating programs at more than twenty
locations throughout SWFL. Through our mission we promise to enrich the lives, minds and social well-being of
more than 10,000 SWFL adults and seniors that participate in our programs each year.   

CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW  
or mail your donation to

FGCU Academy
704 Goodlette Frank Road North, Suite 330
Naples, FL 34102  

I look forward to seeing you at a FGCU Academy program in 2024. Please contact me directly at [email protected]
or 239.434.4838 with questions or to learn more.  

In gratitude,  

John J. Guerra
Director of FGCU Academy  

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FGCU ACADEMY NAPLES CENTER
704 Goodlette-Frank Rd N Suite 330
Naples, FL 34102  

239.434.4737   [email protected]