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City of Fort Myers Summer Camp Program - Registration Dates

Summer Camp Program Dates

June 8, 2020 - July 31, 2020

Locations:

STARS ComplexBilly Bowlegs Sports Complex

Registration

Registration must be done in person at the STARS Complex. For more information please call 239-321-7545 or email stars@cityftmyers.com

Regis...

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