Lee County Republican Executive Committee

Amanda Cochran Meet & Greet at Mugs N' Jugs Family Grille
2026-07-13 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Mugs N’ Jugs Family Grille
Meet Amanda Cochran for Lee County Commission District 5.
Date: 7/13/2026
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: Mugs N’ Jugs Family Grille, 5512 8th St W, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
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Amanda Cochran Meet & Greet at Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grille
2026-07-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Blue Giraffe Island Bar & Grille
Meet Amanda Cochran for Lee County Commission District 5.
Date: 7/15/2026
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Blue Giraffe Island Bar and Grill, 2075 Periwinkle Way #14, Sanibel, FL 33957
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Meet the Candidates Community Event
2026-07-16 16:30 - 19:30 | CLUB HOUSE, 2876 PILLAR CORAL LANE N., FORT MYERS, FL, 33903
You’re Invited!
MEET THE CANDIDATES COMMUNITY EVENT
Hosted By:
DR. DOUG & VICKI SANTINI
Join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and community as we meet the candidates who are committed to making a difference!
DATE: THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
TIME: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
PLACE: 2876 PILLAR CORAL LANE N. FORT MYERS, FL 33903
An evening of food, music, and giveaways!
BRING YOUR FAMILY / BRING YOUR FRIENDS/ INVITE YOUR NEIGHBORS / BE PART OF THE CHANGE

Lee GOP Republican Candidate Debate @FSW
2026-07-18 15:00 - 19:00 | FSW, 8099 College Pkwy, Fort Myers, Florida
We are inviting every qualified Republican running for office in 2026 to attend our Lee GOP Candidate Forum at FSW!
We will be hosting a debate, forum or meet and greet with several local races from city council to county commissioner to state representative. This event will be livestreamed on Facebook and posted to our website shortly therafter.
Mark your calendars for an afternoon of Politics with Patriots!
ROOM U102
LCREC / ECAI Candidate Forum Tentative Agenda
JULY 18 @ FSW
Building U, Room U102
*all times subject to change
3:00 PM – Welcome & Introduction
 Welcome to attendees
 Introduction of the LCREC and the Ethical Campaign & Accountability Initiative (ECAI)
 Review of Forum Rules and Procedures
3:10 PM – U.S. Congressional District 19 Candidates Enter
3:15 PM – U.S. Congressional District 19 (CD-19)
 Rapid-Fire Yes/No Questions
 2-minute speaking opportunity for each candidate
Immediately Following Presentations
CD-19 Candidate Meet & Greet
CD-19 candidates will relocate to the lobby for an optional Meet & Greet, providing attendees with an opportunity to speak with the candidates one-on-one while the remainder of the forum continues.
–Other candidates are also welcome to campaign in the lobby until it is time for their forum segment. Tables cannot be guaranteed.
3:45 PM – Florida State Representative Candidates Enter
3:50 PM – Florida State Representative Candidates
 Rapid-Fire Questions
 Moderated Question & Answer Session
 2-minute closing statement from each candidate
4:05 PM – Lee County Commission Candidates Enter
4:10 PM – Lee County Commission Candidates
 Rapid-Fire Questions
 Moderated Question & Answer Session
 2-minute closing statement from each candidate
4:30 PM – Lee County School Board Candidates Enter
4:35 PM – Lee County School Board Candidates
 Rapid-Fire Questions
 Moderated Question & Answer Session
 2-minute closing statement from each candidate
5:00 Brief Intermission/Flex debate time
5:10 PM – Mayoral Candidates Enter
5:15 PM – Mayoral Candidates
 Rapid-Fire Questions
 Moderated Question & Answer Session
 2-minute closing statement from each candidate
5:35 PM – Bonita Springs & Fort Myers Beach
Candidates Enter
5:40 PM – Bonita Springs District Council and Fort Myers Beach Town Council Candidates
 Rapid-Fire Questions
 Moderated Question & Answer Session
 2-minute closing statement from each candidate
6:00 PM – Cape Coral City Council Candidates Enter Stage
6:05 PM – Cape Coral City Council Candidates
 Rapid-Fire Questions
 Moderated Question & Answer Session
 2-minute closing statement from each candidate
6:45 PM – Forum Concludes
Additional Forum Information
 Candidates in uncontested races, as well as candidates whose opponents are not participating in the forum, will participate using the same format as contested candidates.
 These candidates will receive:
1. Rapid-Fire Questions
2. Moderated Question & Answer Session
3. A 2-minute closing statement to address the voters.
 Following the CD-19 segment, every candidate or candidate group will participate using this same format to provide voters with consistent information for each office.
 The moderator reserves the authority to adjust the schedule as necessary to accommodate participation, maintain the program timeline, and ensure an orderly, informative, and fair forum.
*times subject to change

Meet & Greet with Ola Hawatmeh for Congress (FL-19)
2026-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Barunch, 1327 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL, 33904
Join Ola Hawatmeh, Republican candidate for Congress in Florida’s 19th District, for a meet and greet in Cape Coral.
Meet the candidate and hear how she plans to fight for Southwest Florida and put America First. Campaign priorities highlighted for this event include:

Secure the border
Lower costs
Support law enforcement
Defend parental rights
Bring federal dollars home

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: BARunch, 1327 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Suite B, Cape Coral, FL 33904

Campaign contact: ricky@ola4thepeople.com · (310) 729-6625

Conservative Cocktails Finale at Hurricane’s Grill & Wings - July 23
2026-07-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Hurricane Grill & Wings – Cape Coral, 756 SW Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States
Close out the Conservative Cocktails series at Hurricane’s Grill & Wings on Thursday, July 23 from 3:00–5:00 PM. With the August 18th primary approaching, this final gathering is a great chance to meet candidates, compare notes with fellow voters, and stay engaged before Election Day.
Come out, bring a friend, and help finish the series strong.

Jim Oberweis Bonita Springs Meet and Greet
2026-07-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Jimmie The Beef Guy, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Suite 550, Bonita Springs, FL, 34135
Meet Jim Oberweis in Bonita Springs.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 5:00-6:00 PMJimmie The Beef Guy8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Suite 550, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

Candidate Meet-and-Greet, East Lee GOP Social & Business Networking
2026-07-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL, 33905
CANDIDATE MEET-AND-GREET, BUSINESS NETWORKING, & EAST LEE GOP SOCIAL
Join us this coming Wednesday for a special gathering of local business owners, building industry professionals, community members, residents, and candidates for public office. Be a part of the conversation in East Lee County!
Wednesday, July 296:00 PM to 8:00 PMFree music begins at 8:00 PMBuckingham Blues Bar5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Join members and supporters of the Building Industry Alliance SWFL, East Lee GOP, LeeGOP, and the Buckingham Community Association, along with local business owners, community leaders and residents from across East Lee County and beyond.
All candidates are welcome.
Candidates will have an opportunity to meet residents and business community members, introduce themselves, discuss the offices they are seeking and hear directly from the community about issues that concern residents.
For more information call (239) 470-5611 or visit www.swflba.com.

Meet & Greet with Veterans: Dom Gorie and Mike Pedersen
2026-07-30 07:00 - 20:00 | FL
Join former NASA astronaut Dom Gorie and congressional candidate Mike Pedersen at four Lee County stops on Thursday, July 30.

7:00-8:30 AM: BUPAC meeting at Eastwood Country Club, 4600 Bruce Herd Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33901. $5 per person.
11:30 AM-1:00 PM: Veterans appreciation lunch at Brotherhood of Heroes Museum, 4522 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904. Veterans only.
3:00-5:00 PM: Live on the Nik & Colten Show at Official Patriot Gear, 2378 Surfside Blvd, Unit A-125, Cape Coral, FL 33991. Autographs, lumpia, lemonade, and patriot gear.
7:30-8:00 PM: Brotherhood of Heroes Museum, 4522 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904. All are welcome.

For event updates, follow @MikePedersenForCongress on Facebook and Instagram.

Jim Oberweis Meet and Greet
2026-07-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Bonita Springs Estero Elks Lodge, 3231 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, FL, 34134
Meet Jim Oberweis, candidate for U.S. Congress.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 5:30-6:30 PMBonita Springs Estero Elks Lodge3231 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
This is a free event and all are welcome. RSVP to Tom@VoteJimO.com.

LCREC Business Meeting
2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Word of Life Church, 6111 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
Your Lee County Republican Executive Committee is the business organization of the Lee County GOP, a direct affiliate of the Republican Party of Florida and the Republican National Committee. We are not a club; we are your county delegates and a resource for candidate and election information.
The LCREC works to foster loyalty to the Republican Party, educate voters, increase Republican registration, recruit qualified Republican candidates, promote Republicans in the general election, and uphold the principles of the Republican Party.
Doors open at 9:15 AM. Please be checked in and seated by 9:55 AM so the meeting can begin at 10:00 AM. Guests are welcome but cannot vote or participate. No RSVP is required.
Members should submit excused absences, motions, and suggested agenda edits at least 72 hours before the meeting by emailing secretary@leegop.org.

Republican Candidate Open House @ Lee GOP HQ
2026-08-05 17:30 - 19:00 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
All Republicans are welcome. Join us for a casual meet and greet at LeeGOP headquarters, where you can meet candidates running in races across Lee County and prepare to be an informed voter on August 18.
Sponsorships are available. Candidates should RSVP to susanallen5@aol.com and vicechair@leegop.org.

Primary Election Watch Party
2026-08-18 19:00 - 21:30 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Join LeeGOP members and guests at LeeGOP headquarters to watch the 2026 Primary Election results.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 7:00-9:30 PMLeeGOP HQ12995 S Cleveland Ave, Suite 239, Fort Myers, FL 33907
RSVP to office@leegop.org before August 18.

LCREC Business Meeting
2026-10-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Word of Life Church, 6111 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
Your Lee County Republican Executive Committee is the business of the Lee County GOP, a direct affiliate of the Republican Party of Florida and Republican National Committee. We are not a club. We are your county delegates. Your resource for all things candidates and elections.
The LCREC seeks to accomplish several objectives outlined in the Party’s state and county model constitutions.

Foster loyalty to the Republican Party
Educate voters
Increase Republican voter registrations
Seek qualified Republicans to run for office
Promote the election of Republicans in the General Election
Uphold the principles of the Republican Party

We are precinct committeemen/women, tasked to keep our individual voting precincts informed about local Republican events, candidates and elections, to seek qualified candidates and to encourage our neighbors to register Republican.
Candidates and elections are our thing!
During business meetings the member-elected Board (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer), and others, seek to update the committeemen/women on the organization’s past, current and future objectives. Everything starts local!
Doors open at 5:15PM.
We kindly ask everyone to be checked in and seated by 5:55PM so we can start on time at 6PM.
Guests are welcome, but cannot vote or participate. No RSVP is required. Members should submit their excused absences, motions, and suggested agenda edits at least 72 hours prior to the business meeting date by emailing secretary@leegop.org.
Join the LCREC as a member by attending a meeting to fill out an application and confirm your precinct’s availability. You will be sworn in when you attend your second meeting and will be eligible to vote at your third meeting.
Want to volunteer instead? Sign up HERE.

General Election Watch Party
2026-11-03 19:00 - 21:30 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Join LeeGOP members and guests at LeeGOP headquarters to watch the 2026 General Election results.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 7:00-9:30 PMLeeGOP HQ12995 S Cleveland Ave, Suite 239, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Questions may be directed to office@leegop.org.

LCREC Business Meeting (Officer Elections)
2026-12-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Word of Life Church, 6111 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
