BBQ, Bands and Brew

FORT MYERS, Fla.- The Lee Building Industry Association (BIA) is hosting the 6th annual BBQ, Bands and Brew.

The event benefits Builder’s Care and takes place Sunday, April 12 from 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Admission is $10 per person. Children ages 12 and under are free, and free parking is available.

Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at Lee County Alliance for the Arts at 10091 McGregor Blvd in Fort Myers; the Lee BIA office at 10501 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy., Suite 104 in Fort Myers, or reserve your tickets by calling 239-938-0056 or e-mail bbq@bia.net.

Additional information is available at www.bbqbandsandbrew.com.

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