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WGCU Events

Check back regularly for the latest events from WGCU including concerts, premieres & screenings, travel and more!

Event Calendar


Speaking Grief Documentary & Virtual Discussion

At some point in every life, we experience grief. Join WGCU in a public media initiative creating a more grief-aware society featuring the documentary, Speaking Grief. Tune in to WGCU TV on Sunday, September 27 at 11am to watch the documentary, then join Gulf Coast Life producer Mike Kiniry, Valerie's House Executive Director Angela Melvin  … Read more

Age of Nature Scavenger Hunt!

Join WGCU in a nature themed scavenger hunt as we celebrate the Age of Nature! Download the WGCU Nature Scavenger Hunt starting October 1st, then start your quest. Answers can be found by watching Age of Nature and searching the websites or visiting local organizations that feature the flora and fauna of Southwest Florida. Once  … Read more

The Life Autistic – Screening and Discussion

Join WGCU for a virtual preview of The Life Autistic Tuesday, October 6th at 6 p.m. The documentary explores the successes and challenges of people at life’s different stages. Immediately following the screening, join WGCU Gulf Coast Life Producer Mike Kiniry, Sandra Worth, Executive Director, Kelsey Holder, Program Coordinator and members of My Autism Connection for  … Read more

Blood Sugar Rising Doc and Discussion

Diabetes affects more than 100 million people and costs more than $325 billion dollars each year. Join WGCU for a virtual viewing and discussion featuring Blood Sugar Rising, a PBS documentary that puts a human face to the statistics and explores the history and science of the illness. View the documentary anytime then join WGCU  … Read more

Sesame Street in Communities Virtual Workshop for Educators and Parents

Join us for a special Sesame Street in Communities (SSIC) Workshop for Early Childhood Educators and parents, co-presented with WFSU Public Media in Tallahassee. Sesame Street In Communties builds on Sesame Workshop's 50-year commitment to addressing kids’ developmental, physical, and emotional needs. They're time-tested research model and thorough testing with families and providers ensures that  … Read more

Downing of a Flag Virtual Screening and Discussion

WGCU will host a screening and discussion of the first hour episode of Downing of a Flag, a two-hour documentary film that uses firsthand interviews featuring various perspectives and a wealth of historical footage to examine the impact of the Confederate Battle flag on the people, politics and perceptions of South Carolina and beyond. WGCU  … Read more

Virtual SWFL LGBTQ+ Youth: Informational Workshop

WGCU Television Studio 10501 FGCU Boulevard S, Fort Myers, Florida, United States

To accommodate a number of requests from people who would like to participate but are unable to travel to the campus of FGCU, we have changed this to an online event. You will receive a link to participate once you have registered. Join WGCU, Naples Pride and Visuality, for an educational workshop for SWFL LGBTQ  … Read more

POSTPONED – Be My Neighbor Day!

Due to the impending hurricane and it's aftermath, WGCU has decided to POSTPONE until first quarter 2023. Check back for details soon! Daniel is so excited to share that after three long years, Be My Neighbor Day will return to WGCU! This family-friendly, fun and FREE event will be held at the Myra Janco Daniels  … Read more

2024 Be My Neighbor Day

Saturday, March 2 from 9 am to 1 pm This family-centered, fun and FREE event provides SWFL families an opportunity to explore three “neighborhoods” (Arts & Education, Science & the Environment and Meet the Helpers) where they’ll meet neighbors from community arts, education and environmental organizations as well as local businesses and public safety organizations.  … Read more