Memorial Day events are planned for Naples and Bonita Springs. In Naples, The Naples Italian American Foundation is hosting an indoor Memorial Day Picnic at 11:30 a.m. $35 for members, and $45 for nonmembers. 7035 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples. COURTESY PHOTO
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EXHIBITS
Fiberlicious – Art Quilters Unlimited’s Fiberlicious exhibit is on display at Marco Island Center for the Arts’ La Petite Gallery through May 28, featuring Adorable Monique’s work. 1089 N. Collier Blvd., Suite #432, Marco Island. 239-394-4221 or www.marcoislandart.org.
Pop-Up Exhibit – “A Flair For Vibrance” is on display through May 31 at CoCo Art Gallery Naples in Coastland Center. Artists submit work that features vibrant color and form, giving a sense of joy, creativity, and movement with works in every media, each with a flair for vibrance. 1758 Tamiami Trail N., Naples. 239-436-3530.
Student Showcase – A High School Student Showcase is open through May 30 in Arts Bonita’s Visual Arts Center. Local high school students display their best work, and seniors vie for college scholarships at this exhibit. Meet the artists at the closing reception from 6-8 p.m. May 30. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. https:// artsbonita.org/exhibitions/.
Divergent Inspiration – Attend an inclusive art exhibit by STARability Foundation in the Grand Atrium of the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center throughout May. This exhibit features artwork created by participants of the STARability community. 2301 First St. 239-333-1933 or www.sbdac.com.
Two Sides To Everything – Joan Sonnenberg’s “Two Sides To Everything” is on display through June 20 in the Hinman Gallery-In-The-Round at the Performing Arts Center. The art of Joan Sonnenberg addresses the dichotomy of abstract and realism by embracing both. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org/exhibitions/.
Patterns of Change – Displayed in Kapnick Hall at Naples Botanical Garden through June 30. This juried exhibition features artwork created by members of The Batik Guild, a group of international artists whose work reflects environmental changes experienced or observed in their lives. Meet-and-greets are 10 a.m. to noon with Muffy Clark Gill on June 1 and Leigh Herndon on June 22. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org/events.
Tradition Interrupted – On display through July 28 at the Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. This exhibition explores how artists weave contemporary ideas with traditional art and craft to create thought-provoking hybrid images and objects d’art. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org.
Natural Reflections – United Arts Collier’s “Natural Reflections” is on display through July 25 at Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. The exhibit features UAC members’ interpretation of what in the environment’s ‘natural reflection’ has “a tendency to make one ponder and reflect.” 300 Tower Road, Naples. unitedartscollier.org/ or www.rookerybay.org.
Childhood Classics – On display at Naples Art Institute through August 11. Original artworks, contributions from classic illustrators, and beloved characters come to life in this whimsical exploration of children’s literature history. Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for non-members. 585 Park St., Naples. 239-262-6517 or www.naplesart.org.
VENUES
Artis—Naples. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
¦ Patriotic Pops – Experience the high-flying music of America as the Naples Philharmonic, Naples Philharmonic Chorus and Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus present their annual star-spangled salute to our troops at 8 p.m. May 23 & 24. Tickets are $29-$49.
¦ Art After Hours – Enjoy live music by local musicians and free, concessions, and free admission to all museum exhibitions from 6-9 p.m. May 29.
¦ Chamber Music – Enjoy a free chamber music concert at Trinity-by-the-Cove at 7 p.m. May 29. 533 Galleon Dr., Naples.
Arts Bonita. 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
¦ Jazz Concert – Thelonious Sphere Mark featuring saxophonist Mark Small perform at 7:30 p.m. May 23. Tickets are $35-$45.
¦ A Cracker at the Ritz – Satirists Compton & Bennett present their newest musical, A Cracker at the Ritz at 7 p.m. May 28. Enjoy an 85-minute satirical roasting of all things Florida in song and sketch comedy. Tickets are $35-$45.
Off The Hook Comedy Club. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #1100, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
¦ Donald Evans – Comedian Donald Evans, winner of Florida’s Funniest, brings a comedic performance to Off The Hook at 7 p.m. May 23. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets start at $25.
¦ Justin Silva – Touring Worldwide in 2024, Naples welcomes Justin Silva to Off The Hook Comedy Club May 24-25. Showtimes vary. Tickets start at $25 each.
The Stage Restaurant and Bar. 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.
¦ Fleetwood Mac Tribute – A Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute band performs their top hits at 7:30 p.m. May 24.
¦ Tribute Night – Rock out with a Journey and Styx tribute band at 7:30 p.m. May 25.
THEATER
Artificial Genesis – At Ghostbird Theatre Company May 24 & 25. A play written entirely by artificial intelligence, this play exists in the tension between the most human of arts and its most inhuman counterpoint. Tickets are $20, students $7. Arts Complex Room 111, 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. www.ghostbirdtheatrecompany.org.
Paradise and Mr. Prince – At Marco Island Center for the Arts May 23, 26, & 27. Taking place in Marco Island, this play focuses on Dan Paradise as he grapples with unexpected life choices and situations. Showtimes vary. Tickets are $25. 1089 N. Collier Blvd., Suite #432, Marco Island. 239-394-4221 or www.marcoislandart.org.
Beauty and the Beast – Florida Rep’s Education Conservatory Program presents Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” the Broadway Musical, May 24-26 in the historic Arcade Theatre: Matinee and evening showings. Tickets are $30 for adults, $15 for students. 239-332-4488 or www.floridarepeducation.org.
The Addams Family – At Broadway Palm Theatre through May 25. America’s darkest family comes to life at the Broadway Palm in this comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family and features an original story about love, family, honesty and growing up: Matinee, evening and twilight showings. Tickets start at $60. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or www.broadwaypalm.com.
I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change – At Players Circle Theater through June 16. This ingeniously funny musical exposes everything you’ve secretly thought about dating, mating, and marriage but were afraid to admit. Tickets are $35-$55. 13211 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-800-3292 or www.playerscircletheater.com.
THURSDAY5.23
Film Festival – The Fort Myers Film Festival continues today through May 26, featuring screenings at venues around SWFL, including Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, IMAG, BIG ARTS, Alliance for the Arts, and Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. Showtimes and ticket prices vary. 239-810-6323 or www.fortmyersfilmfestival.com.
Night Creatures – See what comes out after the sun goes down at the Corkscrew Swamp on this Night Tour. The swamp after-dark is a memorable experience. 375 Sanctuary Road W., Naples. $40 for adults, $20 for ages 12-16. Registration online is required. 239-348-9151 or corkscrew. audubon.org/.
Donald Evans – Florida’s Funniest Winner Donald Evans performs at 7 p.m. at Off the Hook Comedy Club. This up-and-coming standup comedian tours the state, sharing his memories and frustrations and teaching audiences about themselves. The winner of the 2021 “New Faces of Orlando” Comedy competition was declared Florida’s Funniest Comedian in 2022. $25, $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Jazz Hero – Zach Bartholomew performs “Brilliant Corners – The Music of Thelonious Monk” at 7:30 p.m. in the Moe Auditorium & Film Center at Arts Bonita. The band — Bartholomew on piano, Brandon Robertson on bass and Brandon Lee Lewis on drums — is joined by saxophonist Mark Small for this tribute to the second-most-recorded jazz composer after Duke Ellington. $45 table seating, $35 regular seating. Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org.
Country Concert – Kameron Marlowe performs at The Ranch on his I Can Lie tour with special guests Tucker Wetmore and Laci Kaye booth at 8 p.m. Tickets are $27.42. 18+ only. 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-985-9839 or www.theranchfortmyers.com.
FRIDAY5.24
Outdoor Concert – Join Miromar Outlets for a concert outside the restaurant Pizza from 6-8 p.m. Performance by The Freecoasters. Free. 10801 Corkscrew Rd., Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Comic Extravaganza – Get ready for a fabulous night of comedy at Marco Island Center for the Arts featuring an all-women lineup of some of the funniest female comedians in Florida at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25. 1089 N. Collier Blvd. #432, Marco Island. 239-394-4221 or www.marcoislandart.org.
Justin Silva – takes the Off the Hook stage at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. May 24, 6 and 8 p.m. May 25, and 6 p.m. May 26. Silva had a steady job as an electrician, but it wasn’t fulfilling him. His first time on stage, he knew where he belonged. Now, he puts all his energy into his career, trying to make a connection with his audience. $25, $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Funny Ladies – An All-Female Comedy Extravaganza takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. at the Arts Center Theatre Marco Island Town Center. The all-women lineup of some of the funniest female comedians in Florida features Sheena Reagan, who won Florida’s Funniest Female Competition, Tara Zimmerman, Victoria Yepes and Vee Shally. 1089 N Collier Blvd. #432, Marco Island. Tickets are $25. https:// www.marcoislandart.org/events-calendar/ or 239-349-4221.
Blues Tunes – Memphis Lightning performs at the Buckingham Blues Bar at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20. 5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers. 239-693-7111 or www.buckinghambar.com.
SATURDAY5.25
Garden Fun – Family Wonder Days at the Wonder Gardens occur May 25 to 26. Garden-wide adventures await, including games, activities, and scavenger hunts. Grab an activity guide and journey through the landscape to observe the birds, pollinators, and plants. Local performers bring family-friendly music to the garden. All activities are included with admission. 4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples. www.naplesgarden.org or 239-643-7275.
SUNDAY5.26
Beach Concert – The Bayside Park Concert Series continues with a performance by Jacob’s Ladder from 4-7 p.m. at Bayside Park at Old San Carlos Boulevard and First Street. Lawn chairs and well-behaved pets are encouraged. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Parking is free. 239-454-7500 or www.fortmyersbeach.org/events/bayside-concert series/.
Family Wonder Days – Naples Botanical Garden hosts Family Wonder Days from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. today. Participate in games, activities, and live music by Arts Planet. Garden admission is $25 for adults, $10 for children. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org.
MONDAY5.27
Memorial Day Picnic – The Naples Italian American Foundation is hosting an indoor Memorial Day Picnic at 11:30 a.m. $35 for members, and $45 for nonmembers. 7035 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples. 239-597-5210 or www.niafoundation.org/.
Holiday Ceremony – The City of Bonita Springs presents Memorial Day Service at 9 a.m. at Riverside Park in downtown Bonita Springs. The guest speaker for the Memorial Day Service is US Air Force Lieutenant General Robert J. Elder Jr. (ret.). The ceremony features the Posting of the Colors, the Presentation of the Blue/ Gold Star Banners, a 21-gun salute, and the laying of the wreaths. The all-volunteer City of Bonita Springs Veterans Advisory Committee organizes the service. 10450 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs. A road closure occurs on Old 41 Road from Wilson Street to Ragsdale Street during the ceremony from 8-11 a.m. 239-949-6262.
Film Series – Naples Cinematheque presents “Schools Out For Summer,” two favorite summer vacation films, at the Paragon Pavilion + Axis15. “Dazed & Confused” today and “American Graffiti” on May 29. Show times are 1 and 6:30 p.m. at 833 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. Tickets are $16.96 at www.paragontheaters.com or www.naplescinematheque.com.
TUESDAY5.28
One Nighter – A one-night art class in “Creative Collage” takes place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center at Arts Bonita. A large variety of papers, strings, dots, stencils, tissue, canvas, paint, brushes, aprons and, of course, Mod Podge. $70. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. https:// artcenterbonita.org/one-night-events/.
WEDNESDAY5.29
Evening of Art – Art After Hours at the Baker Museum and Hayes Hall Galleries takes place from 6-9 p.m. at Artis—Naples. Live music by local musicians, concessions at Heidi’s Place and free admission to all museum exhibitions is the perfect mid-week getaway. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. Free. artisnaples.org or 239-597-1900.
Film Series – Naples Cinematheque presents “American Graffiti.” Show times are 1 and 6:30 p.m. at 833 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. Tickets are $16.96 at https:// www.paragontheaters.com or https:// www.naplescinematheque.com.
ON DISPLAY
“Musical Swings” is displayed in the Kapnick Caribbean Garden at Naples Botanical Garden. This interactive art installation produces a melodic performance for guests who interact with it. Included with garden admission. 4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org/.
“The Florida Contemporary 2023-2024 Exhibition” runs through June 30 at the Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. This annual exhibit presents a selection of notable visual artists practicing in Florida. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-254-2684 or artisnaples.org/baker-museum.
“Daydreaming,” Niki Butcher’s hand-painted photography, is on display through June 8 at the Marco Island Historical Museum. The exhibit includes over 60 images, partly inspired by vintage hand-painted postcards from the ’30s. Free. 180 S. Heathwood Dr., Marco Island. www.themihs.org or 239-642-1440.
On Display – “Two Sides To Everything: The Art of Joan Sonnenberg” is on display through June 20 in the Hinman Gallery In-The-Round at the Performing Arts Center. “The art of Joan Sonnenberg addresses the dichotomy of abstract and realism by embracing both.” 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. artsbonita.org/exhibitions/ .
On Display – “Patterns of Change” is displayed in Kapnick Hall at Naples Botanical Garden through June 30. This juried exhibition features artwork created by members of The Batik Guild, a group of international artists whose work reflects environmental changes experienced or observed in their lives. Meet-and-greets are planned from 10 a.m.-noon with Muffy Clark Gill on June 1 and Leigh Herndon on June 22. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org/events
On Display – “Tradition Interrupted” runs through July 28 at the Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. This exhibition explores how artists weave contemporary ideas with traditional art and craft to create thought-provoking hybrid images and objets d’art. Twelve artists are included in this show, with work from rugs and mosaics to metalwork and ceramics. Artists include Anila Quayyum Agha, Faig Ahmed, Camille Eskell, Mounir Fatmi, Ana Gómez, Shirin Hosseinvand, Dinh Q. Lê, Steven Young Lee, Jaydan Moore, Ramekon O’Arwisters, Jason Seife and Masami Teraoka. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org
On Display – United Arts Collier’s “Natural Reflections” is on display through July 25 at Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. The exhibit features UAC members’ interpretation of what in the environment’s ‘natural reflection’ has “a tendency to make one ponder and refl ect.” Submissions of traditional two-dimensional media and photography were accepted. A closing reception is planned from 5:30-7 p.m. July 18. 300 Tower Road, Naples. unitedartscollier.org/ or www.rookerybay.org.
UPCOMING
Celtic Throne – Armstrong Dance performs at Barbara B. Mann at 7:30 p.m. May 30. “Celtic Throne” explores the ancient origins of Irish step dance and celebrates the millennia-long journey of a music-and-dance loving people as they migrate from the ancient Near East to Ireland, Scotland, England and the United States. Tickets are $28.63-$71.23, including tax. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. www.bbmannpah.com/ or 239-481-4849.
Country Concert – Billy Currington performs at Seminole Casino at 8 p.m. Friday, May 31. Currington has a smooth and distinctive voice that excels in both upbeat summertime anthems and heartfelt ballads exploring life and love. Tickets start at $55. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
Swing! – At Broadway Palm Theatre May 31-June 22. Jump and jive with over 30 songs from the Big Band Era. Swing exploded out of Harlem and shattered cultural and ethnic barriers, and now you can relive the dance phenomenon that swept the world: Matinee, evening, and twilight showings. Tickets start at $60. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or www.broadwaypalm.com.
Jazz Concert – The Jazzmasters perform at The Norris Center from 1-2 p.m. June 1. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. 755 8th Ave S., Naples. 239-213-3058 or www.naplesgov.com/parksrec/page/norris-community-center.
Music Festival – Celebrate 29 years of the Festival of Great Organ Music with Artis —Naples in Hayes Hall at 3 p.m. June 9. This recital consists of some of the finest organists in the area. Tickets start at $20. 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org/events/ organ-festival.
Wayne Newton – Legendary entertainment superstar Wayne Newton heads to the Seminole Hotel and Casino Immokalee for his Up Close and Personal Tour at 8 p.m. June 1. Tickets start at $65. 21+ only. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, www.moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
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. June 13. 5th Avenue S., Naples. 239-692-8436 or www.fifthavenuesouth.com.
Student Showcase – A High School Student Showcase is open through May 30 in Arts Bonita’s Visual Arts Center. Local high school students display their best work, and seniors vie for college scholarships at this exhibit. Meet the artists at the closing reception from 6-8 p.m. May 30. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. artsbonita.org/exhibitions/.
Pop-Up Exhibit – “A Flair For Vibrance” is on display through May 31 at CoCo Art Gallery Naples in Coastland Center. Artists submit work that features vibrant color and form, giving a sense of joy, creativity, and movement with works in every media, each with a flair for vibrance. 1758 Tamiami Trail N., Naples. 239-436-3530.
Serendipity – Open through May 30 at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s Capital Gallery. Fort Myers-based artist Dharma Lefevre uses vivid, dreamy colors to take her viewers to an imaginary mythological world in her exhibit “Serendipity.” Donations are accepted at entry. 2301 First St. 239-333-1933 or www.sbdac.com.
Two Sides To Everything – Joan Sonnenberg’s “Two Sides To Everything” is on display through June 20 in the Hinman Gallery-In-The-Round at the Performing Arts Center. The art of Joan Sonnenberg addresses the dichotomy of abstract and realism by embracing both. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org/exhibitions/.
Patterns of Change – Displayed in Kapnick Hall at Naples Botanical Garden through June 30. This juried exhibition features artwork created by members of The Batik Guild, a group of international artists whose work reflects environmental changes experienced or observed in their lives. Meet-and-greets are 10 a.m. to noon with Muffy Clark Gill on June 1 and Leigh Herndon on June 22. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org/events.
Tradition Interrupted – On display through July 28 at the Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. This exhibition explores how artists weave contemporary ideas with traditional art and craft to create thought-provoking hybrid images and objects d’art. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org.
Natural Reflections – United Arts Collier’s “Natural Reflections” is on display through July 25 at Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. The exhibit features UAC members’ interpretation of what in the environment’s ‘natural reflection’ has “a tendency to make one ponder and reflect.” 300 Tower Road, Naples. unitedartscollier.org/ or www.rookerybay.org.
Childhood Classics – On display at Naples Art Institute through August 11. Original artworks, contributions from classic illustrators, and beloved characters come to life in this whimsical exploration of children’s literature history. Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for non-members. 585 Park St., Naples. 239-262-6517 or www.naplesart.org.
LOOKING AHEAD
Free Seminar – Join the Lee County Sheriff ’s Office for a free Lunch & Learn session from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. May 30 at the Lee County Sheriff ’s Outreach Center with Abuse Counseling & Treatment, Inc. The program is on “Sexual Violence, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking: Detection and Resources.” In Suite 190 at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. Advance registration is required via email at glevine@sheriffleefl.org.
Country Crooner – Singer-songwriter Billy Currington performs at 8 p.m. May 31 on the lawn at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. With a voice like buttered rum, Currington has been charming us with his baritone since releasing “Walk a Little Straighter, Daddy” in 2003. Tickets start at $52.50. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. www.ticketmaster.com or www.moreinparadise.com.
Vintage Class – Recognized and revered worldwide, the iconic Wayne Newton takes the stage at 8 p.m. June 1 at Seminole Center at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. His signature song was “Danke Schoen,” which he’ll surely sing, plus his other hits “Red Roses for a Blue Lady,” “At This Moment,” and “The Letter.” Tickets start at $65. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. www.ticketmaster.com or www.moreinparadise.com. ¦
