Lee Parks: Veterans Park hosts free family ‘Movie in the Park’ events
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What’s happening: If you are looking for something to do with the family next weekend, visit Estero Park. They will be hosting a free Movie in the Park featuring “Trolls Band Together.”
Where: Estero Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero
When: Event starts at 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24. Movie begins at 7 p.m.
Cost: Event admission and parking is free.
What to expect
The 2023 PG-rated computer-animated comedy “Trolls Band Together” will be the main feature. In this movie, we follow Poppy who embarks on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite her favorite boy band and save them from an even worse fate than pop culture obscurity.
Tips
Guests are encouraged to bring snacks, blankets or chairs. Food and shaved ice from various food trucks will be available for purchase.
On-leash dogs are permitted in the park; off-leash in dog park only.
Free Wi-Fi is available both inside the rec center and on the park grounds.
History
The property was purchased in 1998. Estero Community Park opened in 2006; the recreation center opened two years later.
Information: leeparks.org or 239-533-1470.
Driving directions: Watch for a park sign and turn south off Corkscrew Road to the entrance, which is nestled behind some commercial buildings along the main road. The park is between U.S. 41 and Interstate 75.
Lee County Parks & Recreation has 263 positions, a $42 million budget and more than 31,500 acres of parks, preserves, facilities and other sites. The department oversees four recreation centers, 10 community centers, community parks, Conservation 20/20 lands, greenways, the Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail, four year-round pools, seven boat ramps, sports complexes including the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins spring training facilities, dog-friendly facilities and Gulf of Mexico beach parks.
Learn more about Parks & Recreation by visiting our website www.leeparks.org, email questions to leeparks@leegov.com, 239-533-7275 or visit LeeParksandRecreation on Facebook and Instagram.
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