Message from the President
June 2025 

Dear Supporters of Lakes Park,

I hope you had a good Memorial Day and are planning some fun for the Summer. If you think it's too hot or too rainy during the summer in Florida, consider this: I just got back from a trip to Egypt, where it never rains and the summer temperatures reach 120 degrees! Humidity never looked so good. So get out and enjoy the parks, pools and beaches that Lee County Parks and Recreation provides for you. 

Please take a look at the fabulous Basket for auction this month. Bidding is easy: just go to the Facebook link and place your bid in the comment section. This basket includes lots of goodies from our members and sponsors.  https://t.ly/YZ3W3

Summer Camp is in full swing, and if you haven’t signed your child up, see if there are still spots available. Our Foundation provides transportation for the camp kids so they can go on field trips.

The gardens are always available to enjoy, as well as the train, boats, bikes, and picnics in the park.
And it's never too early to start planning for Scarecrows in the Park this October. Get the family together and sign up to enter a Scarecrow! It's a wonderful way to bring the family together and have some fun.

Many thanks to our donors who just keep giving. We appreciate every dollar you give. We work for you, so enjoy Lakes Park whenever you can. Oh, and excuse the interruptions in the Park, there is lots of construction going on, all intended to improve your experiences!
 

Please see the news below and don’t hesitate to write or call us with your suggestions and comments. 
Our mailing address is: PO Box 61076, Ft Myers, FL, 33906

Barbara Manzo
President LPEF
barbara.manzo@lakespark.org

✨Congrats to the winner of our May basket✨

Kathy Busick

June/July Basket Auction
 LAKES PARK BASKET AUCTION- BID TODAY AUCTION LINK: https://t.ly/YZ3W3
Open the comment section first. Then place your bid in the comment section of the basket you would like to bid on! Come back often to see if you are the highest bidder or bid again. Bidding ends on the last day of the month.
Good Luck & Happy Bidding!

🍧🪁Summer Fun Picnic Basket🍧🪁
Value $320

Enhance your outdoor adventures with this fantastic basket! Along with your Naples Sunset Cruise, graciously donated by the Julian Family, you'll discover a Lee County Parks & Recreation Annual Parking Pass, granting you access to 18 stunning beaches, boat ramps, and beautiful parks and preserves. To elevate your experience, we've included two delightful bottles of wine—one red and one white—paired with elegant wine glasses, a chic wine stopper, and handy napkins and plates.
This wonderful combination sets the stage for a perfect day of relaxation and exploration! 
Your next adventure awaits!

AUCTION LINK: https://t.ly/YZ3W3

Please watch for more auction baskets on Facebook- Lakes Park Basket Auction Group.
Follow this link  https://t.ly/k7Snd

~ATTENTION~
Lakes Park E.Z. Rider Tour Service ended on Friday, May 30, and will return in September.
Thanks to all our volunteers and visitors!

Lakes Park Fall Festival~Scarecrows In The Park!
“Time to start making your fall plans!” 
Get a jump on the next school year and plan to build a scarecrow. School and youth groups are FREE. 
Businesses are welcome to build OR sponsor a Youth/School group to build a Scarecrow in the Park🎃

Would you like to volunteer? www.rrmsf.org/volunteer

🌷 FARMERS MARKET 🌷

  The Lakes Park Farmers Market is every Wednesday
9AM - 1PM Through June 2025

The Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation craft & plant table will see you next year!
Have a great summer!

🐰🦅 Lakes Park Bird Patrol Led Nature Walks 🐦🐰

Bird & Nature Walk  
 Lakes Park every first Saturday of every month!
The tour is FREE with paid parking | Parking is $1/hour or $5/all day
WHEN? 8 am Please arrive a few minutes earlier | The walk starts promptly at 8 am

Meet at Shelter A7 located near the Train Station
Bring water, binoculars & sunscreen
Please wear comfortable shoes 👟 & dress for the weather

INFORMATION: 📞Call (239)533-7275 
7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908

The Tour is free with paid parking. Parking is $ 1 per hour or
$ 5 for the entire day. 

 Lakes Park Summer Camp 
Registration is now open! 
Register 3 ways: ~Online at https://www.leegov.com/parks/programs/summer ~By phone (239) 533-7275 ~ In Person at 7330 Gladiolus Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Specialty camps run from 8am-4:30pm

Summer Camp Open House at Lakes Park: Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 -3:30 pm-5:30 pm
1st camp begins June 16th-20th, 2025
Week 2: June 23rd-27th
week 3: June 30th-July 3rd-no camp July 4th
Week 4: July 7th-11th
Week 5: July 14th-18th
Week 6th: July 21st-25th
Week 7th: July 28th-August 1st

🌴 GARDEN NEWS 🌴

Meet our new addition to the Children's Garden Alex the Monkey!
You can find him hiding in the Mango Tree. He is the playful guardian of the Banana Forest.
He loves to swing, snack, and surprise visitors—so keep your eyes up and your bananas close!

🌻 Community Garden🌻

If you have greens in your garden, let Betsy harvest them. 
If you have any questions or want to help, please email Betsy at wildflowergreen22@gmail.com

The Steering Committee meets monthly. 
If you have any suggestions or concerns, email Connie at communitygarden@lakespark.org  

💐 Fragrance Garden & Succulent Garden 💐

🌹🌹 Rose Garden 🌹🌹

Be sure to take a walk through one or all of our gardens!

🐰 Leave your mark on Lakes Park !!🐰

Dedicate a brick to a loved one, and honor them for years to come.

It's a perfect gift for New Year's🍾Valentine's Day💗
St. Patrick's Day🍀Easter🐰Mother's Day🌼Memorial Day⛿Father's Day💪4th of July🌟Labor Day 👩‍🔧👩‍🏫Halloween🍊Veteran Day🔹Thanksgiving🦃Christmas🎄 Birthdays🍰& Anniversaries💍

Your donation will assist in creating beautiful paved paths in selected areas of the park. 
Three locations to choose from:
The Train Station, the Children’s Garden or the Rose Garden.
✔️Complete the form here:  https://t.ly/Y03dO

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