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Shake your pompoms for Autism Speaks! That is how the crowd gathered for the Autism Speaks Walk demonstrated its enthusiasm, rather than clapping or cheering. It was a nod to anyone who is sensitive and an acknowledgement that everyone at this friendly event is supportive. There was a great turnout at Estero Community Park on Oct. 5 to walk, laugh and participate in this far-reaching event. Vendors set up booths, and people came from all over Southwest Florida to support Autism Speaks. This nonprofit organization works to create a more accepting and rewarding environment for people with autism while providing resources and funding education and diagnostics.
Photos by Ashley Snizek
“Inspiring Health” was the theme and goal of Lee Health’s annual 5K event, held at Lee Health Coconut Point on Oct. 5. The event kicked off with a 5K run, one-mile walk and kids fun run, followed by a fall festival to keep the fun rolling. Highlights of the Fall Harvest Festival were games, vendors, yoga and face painting. Estero Fire Rescue brought out a fire engine ready to be explored, and Golisano Children’s Hospital opened up an ambulance, bringing along mascots Sparkle and Sunny to welcome children at the event. This year’s Inspiring Health 5K benefits the Shipley Cardiothoracic Center, the Healthy Life Center, and the Asthma Management Program.
About 300 business professionals and community members attended the 2019 Awards Celebration Luncheon hosted by the Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 29, 2019, at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort. Community-building icon Dianne E. Jacob, of PNC Bank, gave a keynote presentation on the connection between early education and the workforce. Chamber CEO Tiffany Esposito announced the grand opening of The Hub at the Bonita Chamber, a shared community meeting space. The 2019 Small Business of the Year Award was presented to Stickboy Creative.
