Alexia & Udo Fischer

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Discovery Day Academy hosted its first Enchanted Garden Gala in the gardens of the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point on the evening of Nov. 17, 2018. Proceeds from the gala will benefit structural and program development, which includes new books for the library, supplies for the school’s entrepreneurship program, art and engineering Maker Spaces, security and safety, counseling and the culinary program. The evening included a “mix and mingle” with drinks and hors d’oeuvres, children’s artwork on display and a sit-down dinner, along with an evening of enchanting entertainment.

Doris & Chuck Titko

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The 5^th Annual Light Up Estero, the Village of Estero’s Christmas Tree lighting celebration, was presented by the Rotary Club of Estero on Dec. 1, 2018, at Estero Community Park. Attendees were treated to the musical talents of the New Horizons of Southwest Florida Children’s Choir and the Three Oaks Middle School Jazz Band and enjoyed a group sing-along. Proceeds from sponsorships and a raffle of 15 holiday wreaths support scholarships for Estero High School students. The three recipients of last year’s Light Up Estero scholarships were honored. The highlight of the evening was Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving by firetruck courtesy of Estero Fire Rescue.

Art & Cindy Pickering

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The 9^th Annual “Night at the Nest” was held on Nov. 30, 2018, at Alico Arena on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University. The sell-out crowd of 800 was treated to appetizers, an open bar and a sit-down dinner. There was an amazing array of silent auction items, as well as a live auction called by Jay Severson. Live items included a VIP Masters experience, a private concert by the Ben Allen Band and a Napa Valley experience. Student athletes set tables, served meals, cleared tables and helped identify bidders. WINK TV’s Lois Thome served as event emcee.

Betty & Steve Shandor

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The second annual Village of Estero Veterans Day program was held on November 17, 2018, at Estero Community Park, honoring all veterans, active military, first responders and Gold Star parents. Starting with the Estero High School ROTC presenting the colors, this high-paced celebration featured a military theme song tribute, a 21- gun salute and Taps, and a keynote address by Major General James Dozier. The highlight was patriotic and popular musical selections performed by Estero’s own Lindsey Graham.