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Cancer care evolves beyond chemotherapy

Cancer treatment has moved well past the one-size-fits-all chemotherapy of the 1940s, with today's care combining targeted therapies, immunotherapies and other drugs matched to each patient's tumor biology.

Key points Cancer care evolves beyond chemotherapy
  1. Cancer treatment has moved well past the one-size-fits-all chemotherapy of the 1940s, with today's care combining targeted therapies, immunotherapies and other drugs matched to each patient's tumor biology.
  2. Doctors now also watch the heart: cardio-oncology teams monitor and manage cardiovascular effects before, during and after cancer treatment so patients can keep receiving the therapy they need.
  3. Lee Health plans a new facility at Veterans Parkway, slated for late 2027, to bring comprehensive cancer and specialty care closer to Cape Coral and Pine Island residents.
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Oct 16th - 22nd
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Oct 13th - 17th
Children

Paper Plate Scarecrow

Join us this fall and create a smiling scarecrow face.

Event info Paper Plate Scarecrow
Oct 13–17 Tuesday – Saturday

Join this fall to create a smiling scarecrow face using paper plates. This is a family friendly activity.

Where
1040 West 10th Street, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, US

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Fort Myers Beach markets return

The Fort Myers Beach markets are back at Santini Marina Plaza and Times Square, with the Times Square market open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Santini Marina Plaza farmers market running Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oct 15th - 18th
Comedy

Chris D'Elia Live

Chris D’Elia takes the stage for a stand-up set, bringing credentials that include a long-running podcast, Congratulations with Chris D’Elia, and co-hosting The Golden Hour with Brendan Schaub and Erik Griffin. He has toured throughout the United States and Canada. His specials on Netflix include N…

South Beach Grille reopens

South Beach Grille on Fort Myers Beach has reopened after being washed away by Hurricane Ian.

Oct 16th
Live music

October Music Walk

The October Music Walk is a local community event held in the Fort Myers River District. This event features live music performances by local musicians.

Schools named Everglades Champions

Nine Lee County public schools were recognized at the October 13, 2026, school board meeting as Everglades Champion Schools for the 2025–2026 year.

Oct 16th - 22nd
This week in Lee County

Festivals & Community

Festivals, fundraisers, and the whole town turning out. 44 things to do, most of them Saturday.

Oct 16th - 10:00 AM
Festival

Oktoberfest at FMBrew

Oktoberfest is back at FMBrew! Oct. 15-18: 50+ beers, live music, stein hoisting, food trucks & more. FREE, family & pup-friendly!

Sizzle Dining tops 105K meals

Sizzle Dining's 10th annual event sold a record 105,655 meals at Southwest Florida restaurants during September, surpassing its goal of 100,000.

Oct 16th - 10:00 AM
Seasonal

Make a Spooky Ghost

Celebrate the spooky season and make your own Ghost! While supplies last! This is a DIY fall craft.

Adopt-A-Mangrove returns to Sanibel

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation has brought back its Adopt-A-Mangrove program for a fifth season, with a grant from the Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club helping expand its mangrove nursery.

Legends of Oblivion haunted attraction

A Fort Myers native who spent more than a decade designing creatures in Hollywood has brought that experience home to North Fort Myers.

Oct 16th - 22nd
This week in Lee County

Live Music

Who's playing near you. 47 things to do, most of them Today.

Oct 16th - 11:00 AM
Nature

Mindful Wellness Walk

Discover hidden gems and recharge your mind with a guided walking meditation experience, led by a remote host.

Sanibel Tropics get Kiwanis grant

The Sanibel Tropics youth basketball program received a $4,000 grant from the Kiwanis Club of Sanibel-Captiva Islands.

Oct 16th - 11:00 AM
Wellness

NCH Blood Drive

Donate blood at the NCH Bloodmobile at Mercato. Donors will receive complimentary cookies and juice from Whole Foods, along with a Mercato travel pouch filled with valuable offers. To prepare, eat beforehand and stay well hydrated with water. Bring a photo ID. Donors must be at least 16 with a pare…

Farmer Joe's Fall Fest

Farmer Joe's in Cape Coral will hold its 3rd Annual Fall Fest on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oct 16th - 12:00 PM
Tasting

Wicked Dolphin Distillery Tour

Wicked Dolphin Distillery offers tours at 33 Wicked Dolphin Rum Distillery. These tours are recurring events.

Oct 16th - 22nd
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Free This Week

Good things that cost nothing. 21 things to do, most of them Saturday.

Sanibel fishing pier restored

A community fundraising effort has paid for the restoration of the old fishing pier on Sanibel's Lighthouse Beach, with crews already adding ramps, replacing posts and repairing railings.

Oct 16th - 1:00 PM
Nature

Go Native Landscaping

Rethink your yard to get MORE Color, Wildlife & Biodiversity with LESS Maintenance, Water & Fertilizer!

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