Arts & Museums
through august 20
The Naples Art Association presents Florida Naturally an exhibition of work from local artists on display at Physicians Regional Medical Center. Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 262-6517.
through august 24
The Naples Art Association presents It’s a Dog’s Life, a traveling exhibition organized by the Museum of Florida Art featuring Polaroid images by William Wegman. 262-6517.
august 9 – 24
The Naples Art Association presents ARTScool 2008 Student Exhibition, artwork created by students ages 3 through 15 during The von Liebig Art Center’s 10th annual summer program
will be on display. 262-6517.
august 10
The Naples Art Association presents the ARTScool 2008 Student Exhibition reception and open house. 3 to 5 p.m.
Free admission.
262-6517.
august 11 – september 13
The Art League of Bonita Springs hosts a variety of 5-week classes including Painting-Introduction to Art and Glass-Fused Glass Introduction. Start times and prices vary. Registration required. 495-8989.
august 15
The Naples Art Association hosts a preview reception for The von Liebig Art Center 2008 Faculty Biennial.
Free for members,
$10 non-members. 262-6517.
august 16 – September 21
The Naples Art Association
presents the 2008 Faculty Biennial at the von Liebig Art Center featuring photography, paintings, drawings, ceramics and mixed media. Suggested admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children 10 and under. The gallery, library, and gift shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. and Sunday from
1 to 4 p.m. 262-6517.
august 18 – September 13
The Art League of Bonita Springs hosts Painting—Pastels for all levels, Tuesdays from 9 a.m.
to noon and Painting—The Magic of Pastels for all levels, Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. $99 members, $149 non-members. 495-8989.
august 30 – November 6
The Naples Art Association presents A Decade of Collecting. Select works from The von Liebig Art Center’s Legacy Collection will be on display in the galleries in the round. 262-6517.
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Education
through august 31
The Conservancy of SWFL presents ongoing Learning Adventures and Education Programs including CSI—Critter Scene Investigation, Hoot
and Toot and Nails and Scales.
Book a 45- to 55-minute learning adventure with a Conservancy Naturalist at 262-0304.
august 2, 9, 16
The Collier County Museum
presents Movie Matinees featuring films with a Florida theme including The Bellboy, Key Largo and Summer Rental. Sundays at 1 p.m., free and open to the public. 252-8476.
august 7, 21
The Naples Historical Society presents docent-guided tours of the Norris Gardens including a self-guided tour of Palm Cottage. 10 to 11 a.m. Requested donation of $8 per person, $5 for children under 12, members are free. Reservations required. 261-8164.
august 8
Rookery Bay presents Slithering Snakes; your chance to learn
all there is to know about the
reptiles that roam Florida and how to tell if they are venomous. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Free with admission to the Learning Center. 417-6310.
august 15
Rookery Bay presents A Sea Turtle’s Hurdles, learn about what
is being done to better understand these fascinating reptiles at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Free with admission to the Reserve. 417-6310.
august 23
Rookery Bay presents Shelling & Kayaking Rookery Bay with Cyril Marks. Find shells while exploring a mudflat at low tide on this
guided kayak tour. Includes rental of kayak, paddle, and life jacket. Noon to 3 p.m. $30 members, $35 non-members.
Registration required. 417-6310.
august 30 – september 1
Clyde Butcher and his wife Niki invite your entire family to a weekend of fun at the annual Labor Day Muck-About at the
Big Cypress Gallery in
the Everglades. Includes four guided eco-walks, live folk music, camera demonstrations, and food. 695-2428.
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Music
august 23
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club hosts SummerJazz on the Gulf featuring the Women’s Blues Revue on Watkin’s Lawn. 7 to 10 p.m. free and open to the public. Special SummerJazz rates are available and include complimentary green fees for concert goers. 261-2222.
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Theater
through September 20
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre presents High School Musical. The Disney
sensation has teens across
American singing its praises since the film’s debut on the Disney Channel. Show times and ticket prices vary. 278-4422.
august 2
The Naples Players will hold auditions for The Goodbye Girl by Neil Simon, by appointment only, at noon in Blackburn Hall. 434-7340.
august 7 – 9
KidzAct/Naples Players present Footloose featuring teenagers
ages 14 to 18 in Blackburn Hall. Admission: $10 children, $15 adults. Thursday through Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. 434-7340.
august 16
The Naples Players will hold auditions for The Women of Lockerbie by Deborah Brevoort in the Tobeye Studio at 2 p.m. No appointment necessary. 434-7340.
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Out of Town
august 1
St. Augustine, Ponte Verde and the Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau present the latest exhibits, music and entertainment at over 20 participating galleries from 5 to 9 p.m. Free shuttle service runs every
30 minutes. (904) 829-0065.
august 1 – 31
The Hyatt Regency Miami offers special packages to help guests experience ultimate relaxation during their stay. Explore, Balance, Amour and Awake packages are based on availability. (305) 358-1234.
Experience the custom Apple iPod audio tour now available at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. General admission ticket prices vary. (941) 358-3180 or
www.ringling.org.
august 1 – october 7
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota host the Selby Instructor’s Showcase exhibition in the Museum of Botany and the Arts. 10 a.m. to
5 p.m. daily. Admission is included in the general admission price to the Gardens. (941) 366-5731.
august 20 – 24
Panama City Beach hosts the Grand Lagoon National Saltwater Fishing Tournament, six competitive divisions at four marinas for a $1 million purse. (850) 522-0955.
august 22 – 25
Lake Placid celebrates its status as the Caladium Capital of the World at the annual Caladium Festival including plants sales, food, arts and crafts and entertainment. (863) 465-4331.
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Sports
august 11 – 13
Catch the Fort Myers Miracle in action versus the Dunedin Blue Jays at 7:05 p.m. Ticket prices vary. 768-4210.
august 14 – 16
Catch the Fort Myers Miracle in action versus the Lakeland Flying Tigers. Thursday and Friday at 7:05 p.m., Saturday at 6:05 p.m. with special summer concert by Son of a Sailor—the Jimmy Buffet tribute band after the game. All tickets $12. 768-4210.
august 26 – 28
The Lakeland Flying Tigers are back in town versus the Fort Myers Miracle. Fans will have a chance to win prizes and race tickets Tuesday at NASCAR night. 7:05 p.m. 768-4210.
august 29 – 31
Catch the Fort Myers Miracle in action versus the Tampa Yankees. Miracle Awards Night on Friday, Fan Appreciation Fireworks on Saturday and the final regular season game on Sunday. Start times and ticket prices vary. 768-4210.
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Special Events
august 2
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Florida will be hosting
3 hours of sailing at Sugden Regional Park on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-0815.
august 12
Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion® restaurant, 26831 South Bay Drive (The Promenade at Bonita Bay) hosts daytime cooking classes with Chef-Partner Wade Lowe. 10:30 a.m. Registration, $40 includes food and wine pairings
for each course. Seating is limited.
498-7697.
Roy’s Downtown Naples, 475 Bayfront Place, hosts daytime cooking classes with Chef Javier
Pasques. 10:30 a.m. Registration,
$35 includes food and wine
pairings for each course. Seating is limited. 261-1416.
august 14
n magazine presents the third annual enny awards, a spotlight on local brilliance, at the Sugden Community Theatre in downtown Naples. A red-carpet evening with Hollywood glamour hosted by Jamie Yuccas of NBC2.
6 to 8 p.m. 594-9404 or
www.nmagazine.com.
august 17
Roy’s Fusion® restaurant,
26831 South Bay Drive (The
Promenade at Bonita Bay) hosts
evening cooking classes with
Chef-Partner Wade Lowe. 6 p.m.
Registration, $55 includes food
and wine pairings for each course.
Seating is limited. 498-7697.
august 16
Bice Ristorante presents monthly Celebrity Mystery Theater, the only production with an entire cast of celebrity impersonators. Come see the Crime of your Life! $75, dinner and show. 300 Fifth Avenue South. 262-4044.
august 22
The Economic Development Council of Collier County will be holding the first annual Tee Up for Diversification golf tournament at the club at Twin Eagles. Breakfast at 7:30 a.m.; shotgun start at 8:30 a.m., followed by an awards barbeque luncheon. 263-8989.
august 24
The Fort Myers Miracle host the 9th annual Miracle Charity Golf Classic with proceeds benefiting the Storm Eye Institute in South Carolina. 8 a.m. start at Pelican Preserve Golf Club in Fort Myers. Space is limited. Contact Terry Simon at 768-4210.
august 30
The Gulfcoast Runners present the John Clay 5k Run & Walk at Lowdermilk Park. 7:30 a.m. start. 434-9786.
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Upcoming Events
september 6 & 7
American Craft Endeavors hosts the 2nd annual Downtown Naples Craft Festival on Fifth Avenue. Free admission, open
to the public from 10 a.m. to
5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
www.artfestival.com.
september 9
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall presents Chris Isaak with special guest Lisa Loeb. 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices vary. 481-4849.
september 13
The Economic Development Council of Collier County (EDC) celebrates the 25th annual Industry Appreciation Week. The Excellence in Industry Awards Ceremony begins with a reception at Vergina’s on Fifth Avenue at 5:30 p.m., awards ceremony follows at 7 p.m. at the Sugden Community Theatre. $150. Cocktail attire. 263-8989.
september 27
Sonny Grech, along with countless volunteers, hosts the 5th annual Pete Villani Memorial Fancy Pants Golf Tournament at the Vineyards Country Club. For information on entering, donating or raffle items call Sonny at 450-5184.
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