Join us under the stars in the Museum of the Everglades’ parking lot to enjoy a screening of the classic film Wind Across the Everglades. Filmed on location in Everglades City back in 1957, this historic melodrama stars Christopher Plummer in his first ever leading role as a game warden battling plume hunters in the […]
Pineapples, as well as other citrus fruits, played a vital role in the Pioneer Era of Marco Island’s development. Come celebrate all things pineapple! We will have recipes, games, prizes and information on this golden fruit. This event is for all ages. You are encouraged to wear your best pineapple attire.
Spread the love, and chocolate, around with our Valentine-themed family day. We’ll be creating Valentine cards using vintage images and adornments. Craft a cupid’s arrow and play a game to win a prize! Try your hand at making a delectable confectionery to take home! All ages welcome, but best for ages 5-12. Drop in from […]
Experience the past come to life at the Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch annual Cattle Drive event! Saddle up a chair to witness the cattle herd mooo-ving on down Main Street Immokalee on State Road 29. Don’t miss our lineup of live entertainment! Round up your friends and explore a marketplace of handcrafted wonders. […]
Peas join us and lettuce show you how much fun gardening can beet! Gardening shows the importance of growing to sustain ourselves, responsibility, care-taking, and environmental awareness. Be-leaf me, your kids will have a great thyme! So turnip on Saturday, and let’s get growing! All ages welcome, but best for ages 5-12. Drop in from […]
Join us in the parking lot at Museum of the Everglades for our annual whimsical country dance. Enjoy live music, tasty finger foods, and complimentary wine along with fresh local citrus as we celebrate the birthday of county founder Barron Gift Collier. Collier’s 1921 purchase of a grapefruit grove at Deep Lake ultimately shifted the […]
What do you call a Florida cowboy who’s great at finding eggs? An egg-spert wrangler! Hop on over to Roberts Ranch for an egg-citing day of fun! This family-friendly event is filled with delightful activities and Easter egg hunts for all ages. Enjoy Easter crafts, sweets, and festive games that bring our community together to […]
Come learn more about the Calusa Indians’ technology and ingenuity. We will have axe halving and a tools display. There will be a weir pond demonstration and other crafts and activities will be available. This event is part of the Calusa Coast Series of events sponsored by Florida Public Archeology Network (FPAN).
These open-ended workshops provide a space for artists of all levels to explore their ideas and materials freely and are designed to inspire and support creativity. Whether you’re refining an existing piece or starting fresh, our facilitators will guide you through the process, helping you develop artwork for submission to the Reflections exhibition. Join us […]
We’re digging into history with activities showing how an archaeologist finds artifacts and records the findings in a field journal. Excavate your own “site” and see what’s been unearthed. Learn stratigraphy by making your own edible “dirt cup!” All ages welcome, but best for ages 5-12. Drop in from 11AM to 2PM. No reservations necessary.
