Calendar

Estero Island Historical Society 
at St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church 
[5601 Williams Drive / Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931] 
Call EIHS # 239-463-0435 for details 
Monday, 01/13/20 @ 7pm 
Topic: “The Sailor Who Changed History” 
Join me to learn the real story of master navigator and explorer 
Christopher Columbus, his four history-making voyages 
which yielded triumph and treachery, 
and the mysteries which surround him to this very day. 
http://www.esteroislandhistoricsociety.org/index.html

 IMAG HISTORY & SCIENCE CENTER 
ANNOUNCE THE PREMIER OF THE FILM, “CUBA” 
WITH HOST ROBERT N. MACOMBER, 
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR & POPULAR HISTORIAN 

Thursday, January 23rd @ 6pm – 8:30pm 
Robert N. Macomber Presents: “Florida and Cuba ~ 500 Years” 
and introducing the film premiere of
CUBA: Journey To the Heart of The Caribbean 
Tickets: $15 members / $20 non-members
2000 Cranford Ave. / Ft. Myers, FL 33916
https://theIMAG.org 
 Tel # 239-243-0043 for details & reservations
RESERVATIONS HIGHLY SUGGESTED 

HOT! HOT! HOT! We all have wondered about the mysterious island of Cuba.
We’ve heard stories in the news, stories from friends & families,
fabled stories of an island neighbor which has had close ties to our 
southwest Florida area for centuries, and longer.
Get the full historical perspective, feel the vibrancy of the culture,
and see the stunning human story of resiliency, which survives today. 

Award-winning author, international lecturer, avid researcher and global adventurer,
Robert N. Macomber will be your guide throughout this spectacular event. 
His connection to Cuba is personal.  His interaction with it is unique and current. 
He’ll give the 500 year history and will field your  burning questions,
with a perspective like no other. 

Get your tickets early to enjoy this unforgettable evening filled with 
refreshments, imagery, education and entertainment! 

To learn more about your host, visit: http://www.RobertMacomber.com. 
For event details and tickets, call # 239-243-0043.

MUSEUM OF THE ISLANDS
Preserving The Past For The Future
Join me on my home island at MOTI’s annual meeting
Monday, 2/03/20 @ 7pm
[book signing to follow talk]
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Topic: “The Strange Story of the USS Annie“

Time to hear about an interesting tale of the successful career,
and mysterious disappearance, of a U.S. Navy gunboat on Florida’s Gulf coast!
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held at Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
10360 Stringfellow Rd.  St James City, FL 33956
Tel # 239-283-1525

I’ll be taping a TV segment for my upcoming appearance 
at Shell Point Retirement Community’s Academy of Lifelong Learning 
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Check out the event coming up on Wednesday, March 11th @ 10am 
where I’ll present a fascinating look at “The Sailor Who Changed History” 
and my Honor Series books will be available for purchase! 
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*Reservations/tickets ($10 per person) are required* 
Call #239-489-8472 to reserve your spot!

The Tampa Bay Civil War Round Table 
Welcomes Robert N. Macomber 

Wednesday, 02/26/20 @ 6:30pm 

PowerPoint presentation: “The Great Escape”
~ the riveting tale of  Confederate Secretary of State 
Judah P. Benjamin’s epic escape to freedom through Florida  
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Meetings held @ The Children’s Board Building 
1002 E. Palm Ave. / Tampa, FL 33605 
This Round Table welcomes visitors but kindly asks that you contact them in advance 
so they have a big enough meeting space. 
I urge anyone with an interest in the Civil War to join! 

http://www.tampabaycivilwarroundtable.com/upcoming-events.html

For more information contact: 
Jay Ferris, President 
email: tbcwrt@gmail.com
 Tel # 813-382-2339

SHELL POINT COMMUNITY WELCOMES BACK 
POPULAR HISTORIAN & AUTHOR ROBERT N. MACOMBER 

Topic: “The Sailor Who Changed History” 
This session covers the real story of master navigator and
explorer Christopher Columbus, his four history-making voyages 
which yielded triumph and treachery,
and the mysteries which surround him to this very day. 

** PUBLIC IS WELCOME / RESERVATIONS REQUIRED ** 

Where:  Shell Point Retirement Community; Grand Cypress Room in The Woodlands [15101 Shell Point Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33908] 
Date:  March 11th 
When:  10am – 11:30am 
Contact:  Call tel # 239-489-8472 to reserve your spot 
Price:  $10 per person

 The Friends of North Fort Myers Library 
plan to reschedule this incredible program!!
Tuesday, 03/24/20@ 2pm CANCELLED

Topic: “Theodore Roosevelt ~ The Summit”
Join me for my presentation covering Roosevelt’s history-changing presidency
& tumultuous post-presidency from 1898 to 1919, highlighting events
which have left his legacy throughout the world to this very day. 
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC [space is limited]
[book signing to follow discussion] 
2001 N. Tamiami Trail /N. Ft. Myers, FL 33903
Tel # 239-533-4320 or 239-533-4343 to learn more 
https://leelibrary.librarymarket.com/events/robert-n-macomber-presents-theodore-roosevelt-summit

The Florida Book Awards Banquet CANCELLED 
{due to COVID-19 & preventative action} 
Thursday, 04/02/20 
Tallahassee, FL 

DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS? 

My 14th novel, Honoring The Enemy [published in 2019] 
won the Gold Medal for Popular Fiction from the FL Book Awards, 
“the nation’s most comprehensive state book awards program … 
established in 2006 to celebrate the best Florida literature.” 
Get your copy if you don’t already have it! 

Due to COVID-19 & preventative action,
the Florida Book Awards has cancelled the special breakfast 
 for its Award Winners at Midtown Reader in Tallahassee, FL 

** INVITATION ONLY **