Birding in the Garden – Learn about the various avian species that call the Naples Botanical Garden home 8-10 a.m. on Sept. 3. COURTESY PHOTO
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THURSDAY8.29
Children’s Book Fair – Scholastic Book Fair visits Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples from Aug. 29 to Sept. 6. Bring your bookworm to celebrate the end of the C’MON summer reading program. Admission to C’MON is required. 15080 Livingston Road, Naples. 239-514-0084 or www.cmon.org.
Wearable Art Show – Modani Furniture Showroom hosts Embellished Wearable Art Fashion Show 5:30-10:30 p.m. This event showcases the creativity of Southwest Florida artists and designers. Tickets start at $100, and all proceeds go to new studio spaces. 110 Ninth Street South, Naples. info@bayshoreartsdistrict.org or www.BayshoreArtsDistrict.org
FRIDAY8.30
Margaritaville Celebration – Margaritaville Naples Resort invites the community to join their Jimmy Buffett Day bash from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. Events are open to the public and include live music performances, food and drink specials, games and fundraising initiatives. 4805 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. 239-659-3500 or margaritavilleresorts.com/compass-hotel-naples.
SATURDAY8.31
Kids Day – Join Miromar Outlets for face painting, crafts, pizza and much more at the WINK Playland from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239- 948-3766 or miromaroutlets.com.
Jazz Concert – The Jazzmasters perform at The Norris Center from 1-3 p.m. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. 755 Eighth Ave S., Naples. 239-213-3058 or naplesgov.com/parksrec/page/norris-community-center.
Candlelight Concerts – The Gulf Coast Symphony continues its candlelight concerts with A Tribute to Queen at 6 p.m. and A Tribute to Coldplay at 8:30 p.m. by the Listeso String Quartet at the Music & Arts Community Center. Tickets start at $57. Shows sold separately. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277- 1700 or gulfcoastsymphony.org.
Country Bash – Seminole Casino Hotel hosts a free Country Bash at 6 p.m. on Aug. 31 featuring Ben Allen Band with special guests Sheena Brook and Cat Country 107.1 DJ Amy Lynn. Admission is free; no tickets required. 21+ only. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 239-658-1313 or moreinparadise.com.
SUNDAY9.1
Patrick Sisk – Venturino’s Comedy Club hosts comedian Patrick Sisk from Riot Fest and Lando Gonzalez at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 1. Tickets are $20 and is located inside the Embassy Suites. 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero.239-471-6911 or venturinoscomedyclub.com.
MONDAY9.2
Labor Day Picnic – Naples Italian American Foundation hosts a Labor Day Picnic from 12 to 3 p.m. on Sept. 2. Enjoy a menu of BBQ favorites like ribs, baked beans and coleslaw. Registration is required. Tickets are $35 for members and $45 for nonmembers. 7035 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples. 239-597-5210 or niafoundation.org.
TUESDAY9.3
Birding in the Garden – Learn about the various avian species that call the Naples Botanical Garden home 8-10 a.m. Join birding volunteers on their morning walk and see views of Florida wetlands. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org.
UPCOMING
Chamber Music Concert – Artis— Naples presents free chamber music concerts Sept. 5-11. Reserved tickets required. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
¦ Naples Regional Library – 2 p.m. Sept. 5. 650 Central Ave., Naples.
¦ South Regional Library – 4 p.m. Sept. 5. 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples.
¦ Naples United Church of Christ – 2 p.m. Sept. 6. 5200 Crayton Road, Naples.
¦ Norris Community Center – 7 p.m. Sept. 6. 755 Eighth Ave. South, Naples.
¦ Artis—Naples – 7 p.m. Sept. 8. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples.
¦ Headquarters Regional Library – 4 p.m. Sept. 10. 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples.
¦ Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church – 7 p.m. Sept. 10. 1225 Piper Blvd., Naples.
¦ Trinity-by-the-Cove – 7 p.m. Sept. 11. 553 Galleon Drive, Naples.
The Lineup – Mercato music night featuring The Lineup kicks off the weekend with a performance from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 5. This is a free event and lawn chairs are welcome. 9110 Strada Place, Naples. 239-254-1080 or experiencemercato.com.
Adults After Dark – Embrace your inner child by engaging in exhibits like Scooby-Doo Mansion Mayhem 5:30-7 p.m. Sept. 5 at Golisano Children Museum of Naples. Explore the museum in new ways while enjoying appetizers and drinks. 15080 Livingston Road, Naples. 239-514-0084 or www.cmon.org.
“The Swingset” – A whirlwind romance and miscommunication go hand in hand during this production of “The Swingset.” This lighthearted adult comedy play is set to premiere 7 p.m. Sept. 6 with following shows 3 p.m. Sept. 7-8 and 14-15. Tickets are $25. 1010 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island. 239-394-4221 or www.marcoislandart.org.
Chamber Concert – The 2024/2025 Nisita Concert Series at FGCU’s Bower School of Music kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 7 with the highly acclaimed Astralis Chamber Ensemble. Tickets are $15 for the public and $7 for students. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S, Fort Myers. 239-745-4442 or www.fgcu.edu/concerts/.
Waterlily Weekend – Naples Botanical Garden presents their diverse collection of waterlilies through this two-day festival 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 7&8. Enjoy a weekend of activities, walk through aquatic gardens, and meet and greets. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org.
Opera at the Barbatella – Enjoy an evening of opera and an exclusive dining experience at Barbetalla 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sept. 10. Opera Naples Director Livio Ferrari sings tableside as Barbatella’s team serves a four-course meal. $95 per person and reservations are accepted now. 1290 Third Street South, Naples. 239-263-1955 or www.aielligroup.com/barbatella-naples/home.
Evening on Fifth – Enjoy an array of live musical performances up and down the sidewalks of 5th Avenue South, plus dining, shopping, and more from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sept. 12. 5th Avenue South, Naples. 239-692-8436 or www.fifthavenuesouth.com.
Fall Festival – The Calusa Nature Center hosts a Friendly Forest Fall Festival Sept. 21-22 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This fun-filled family friendly weekend has a pumpkin patch, photo ops, games, scavenger hunts, trivia contests, craft projects, food trucks, animal talks, and planetarium shows. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. 3450 Ortiz Ave., Fort Myers. 239-275-3435 or www.calusanature.org.
THEATER
Mousetrap – At Broadway Palm Theatre Aug. 16-Sept. 21. At a secluded countryside guesthouse, seven strangers are snowed in and face escalating terror when a police sergeant arrives on skis, revealing that a killer is among them and prompting each guest to reveal their dark pasts amidst growing suspicion. Matinee, evening, and twilight showings. Tickets start at $60. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or www.broadwaypalm.com.
EXHIBITS
“Floración” – Cecilia Valadez, Monika Bokelmann, Sonia Rosa, Julia Da Rocha, and Winnie Purple unique styles come together in this exhibition on display through Sept. 5. Theses Latina artists explore deep connected with nature and themselves through many different media. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org.
Remember Us – Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch presents “Remember Us” through Sept. 7. An immersive showcase for residence to show off their creative and cultural practices. 1215 Roberts Avenue West, Immokalee. 239-252-2611 or colliermuseums.com.
Mansion Mayhem – The gang needs help! Join Scooby-Doo and Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples through Sept. 8 for an interactive exhibit experience. Work with Mystery Inc. to solve the case of the jewel-thieving ghost. 15080 Livingston Road, Naples. 239-514-0084 or www.cmon.org.
Holiday Traditions – From Christmas Island style to Swamp Buggy races, Florida’s have their own style to celebrate the holiday. Marco Island Historical Museum features the exhibit “Holiday Traditions in Florida” through Sept. 21. 180 South Heathwood Drive, Marco Island. 239-389-6447 or themihs.info/.
Progenitor of Life – On display at Arts Bonita Hinman Gallery-In-The-Round “Progenitor of Life”: a collection of artwork inspired by water through Sept. 26. Artists are encouraged to submit any media of artwork that reflects the importance of water to Arts Bonita. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org.
Internalizing The External – Ran Adler presents “Internalizing The External: A New Perspective On Nature” October 27. Alder transforms the rough material of the wild into works of beauty. On display Kapnick Hall and Fogg Café. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org.
Intersections: 25 Years of the Naples Art Institute Collection – On display at Naples Art Institute through October 27. Celebrate the growing collection of art the Naples Art Institute has acquired over the years featuring different mediums. 585 Park Street, Naples. 239-262-6517 or www.naplesart.org.
The Ocean Decade – On display at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center through October 31 “The Ocean Decade” exhibition. This exhibit features surreal digital art reenforcing the United Nations Ocean Decade initiative. Feel a deeper understanding of the ocean ecosystem and way of conservation. 300 Tower Road, Naples. 239-530-5940 or rookerybay.org.
Group Show – On display at the NAPLES ART STUDIOS through November 1. Enjoy a free art exhibition featuring work from local artists in mixed medias including watercolor, pastels, ceramics, and contemporary sculpture. 2172 J & C Boulevard, Naples. 239-821-1061 or naplesart.studio.
VENUES
Arts Bonita
10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
My Favorite Things – Resident Artist Zach Bartholomew presents My Favorite Things 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29. This cool jazz concert highlights Bartholomew’s favorite hits from the Great American Songbook closing out the summer. Tickets start at $35. 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495- 8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Buffalo Nichols – Blues musician Carl “Buffalo” Nichols performs his latest album “The Fatalist” 7:30 p.m. Aug. 30. Nichols distinctive sound merges historical blues with modern innovation. 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org
Off The Hook Comedy Club
2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #1100, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Janet Williams – Comedian Janet Williams a.k.a. Tennessee Tramp performs 7 p.m. Aug. 29. Tickets start at $25, and doors open at 5 p.m.
Learnmore Jonasi – Welcome to the stage comedian Learnmore Jonasi for multiple showtimes Aug. 30-Sept. 1. Tickets start at $25.
Alvin Kuai – For one night only, comedian Alvin Kuai takes the stage 7 p.m. Sept. 4. Tickets start at $25, and doors open at 5 p.m. ¦
