December calendar of things to do in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero
SEE 'LIGHTS IN THE GARDEN,' OTHER HOLIDAY EVENTS
Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden: Nov. 26 – Dec. 23, Dec. 26 – Dec. 30, 2021, and Jan. 1 – 2. 6-9 p.m. through Dec. 16, then 6-10 p.m. Thousands of lights illuminate the Garden during the 12th annual Night Lights in the Garden. Entertainment, food available. Through Dec. 16, $30, $14 ages 4-17 ($15, $7 members); beginning Dec. 17, $36, $16 ($18, $8 members). Tickets at naplesgarden.org.
Ritz-Carlton Gingerbread House: Nov. 29-Dec. 31. Main Lobby, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples’ pastry team and carpenters collaborate to create this year‘s confection-covered Gingerbread House. Cookies served nightly.
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GENERAL EVENTS
“Brews for the Birds”: From 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Wonder Gardens, 27189 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. Sample local craft beers, enjoy live music and food truck offerings. Must be 21 to attend, with IDs check at entrance. All money raised supports birds at Wonder Gardens. Presale: $40 members, $45 non-members (plus taxes) through Nov. 25. Prices increase Nov. 26-Dec. 4 to $45 for members and $50 non-members. Remaining tickets will be sold at entrance day of event. More at wondergardens.org/2021-brews-for-the-birds-and-bees/
LIVE STANDUP COMEDY
Rob Little: The comedian performs Nov. 26-28 at Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, No. 1100. $25 general admission, plus a fee. 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26; and 5, 6 and 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27; and 6:45 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28. offthehookcomedy.com or 239-389-6901
Ryan Niemiller: The comedian performs Dec. 1-3 at Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, No. 1100. $25 general admission, plus a fee. 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1; and 6:45 and 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, and Friday, Dec. 3. offthehookcomedy.com or 239-389-6901
Bobby Collins: The comedian performs Dec. 4-5 at Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, No. 1100. $25 general admission, plus a fee. 6 and 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, and 6:45 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5. offthehookcomedy.com or 239-389-6901
DIXIELAND MUSIC AND MORE
Cultural Happy Hour: 5-7 p.m. Mondays. United Arts Council, 967 Fourth Ave. N., Naples. Light drinks, tapas, art exhibitions — this month "Speaking Hope, with Carri Colvin, Maureen Golgata and Trish Henkel — and musical interludes: Nov. 29, Glenn Basham, violin, and Mike Blasucci, guitar. $20. Socially distanced seating limited to 20; 5-6 p.m. ticketholders receive 20 percent discount at Bodega Olé. Reservations at artsplanetnaples.org
Naples Jazzmasters Dixieland Band: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in auditorium at River Park Community Center, at 301 11th Street N. Naples. Free but donations greatly appreciated. Future concerts are Jan. 15, Feb. 19, March 26 and April 16. naplesjazzsociety.com or (612) 327-3835
'RADIO GOLF' AT GULFSHORE, MORE THEATER
"August Wilson's 'Radio Golf'": Through Dec. 5. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays with 2 p.m. matinees Wednesdays, Saturdays. No show Thanksgiving Day; previews Nov. 11 and 12. When one man's home threatens an upwardly mobile development, a rising politician must search his soul and risk his friendship for a decision on what to support. $57-$71, $23 student. gulfshoreplayhouse.org or 239-261-7529
"A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder": Nov. 24-Dec. 19. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Blackburn Hall, Sugden Community Theatre, 701 Fifth Ave., Naples. The Naples Players kick off the 2021-22 season with this Tony-winning musical detailing a nephew’s devious route to his relative’s massive fortune, with one “mishap” after another for those ahead of him. Nov. 24-Dec. 19. From $47. naplesplayers.org
“Come From Away”: Nov. 30-Dec. 5. Artis—Naples 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. Tony Award-winning musical tells the true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in a small town in Newfoundland the day after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Nov. 30-Dec. 5. artisnaples.org or 239-597-1900
ACOUSTIC, JAZZ AND MORE MUSIC
John Juan: Acoustic guitarist performs 6:30-9:30 p.m. every Friday at South Street Naples, 1410 Pine Ridge Road, Naples. southstreetnaples.com or 239-435-9333
Jebry's Jazz and Blues Jam Session: 6 to 9 p.m. every Monday at Dogtooth bar and restaurant, 5310 Shirley Street, Naples. 239-431-7004.
Karaoke: 10:30 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays at Sneaky Pete's, 3465 Bonita Beach Road SW, No. 120. 239-498-8887. sneakypetesbonita.com
Karaoke: 7 p.m. Thursdays at Naples Flatbread, 9118 Strada Place, No. 8170, Naples; 239-431-8259; naplesflatbread.com
Karaoke: 7-10 p.m. Tuesdays at Ben Allen's Backyard, 12655 U.S. 41 E., Naples. benallensbackyard.com
Twisted Bingo: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at Naples Flatbread, 9118 Strada Place, No. 8170, Naples. 239-431-8259. naplesflatbread.com
Twisted Bingo: 7:30 p.m. Mondays at Dylan's Drafthouse, 1258 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples. 239-300-0192. dylansdrafthouse.com
Trivia: Wednesdays at Dylan's Drafthouse, 1258 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples, and Naples Flatbread, 9118 Strada Place Suite, No. 8170, Naples.
Twisted Trivia: Thursdays at Tavern on the Bay Naples, 489 Bayfront Place, Naples. 239-530-2225. tavernonthebay.net
KEITH HARING, MORE ART
"Keith Haring: Radiant Vision": Now through Feb. 6; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays and open Thursdays until 9 p.m. Naples Art, 585 Park St., Naples. $15; $10 for students through age 18, with student ID. 239-262-6517 or naplesart.org
Mark Hunt open house: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3. Things I Like by Catherine,3954 Bayshore Drive, Naples. Meet the featured artist in the Bayshore Art District gallery. Information at 239-778-4665
Art by students and colleagues of Theresa Girard: Through Jan. 18. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Center for Performing Arts, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. Theresa Girard, color expert and educator, is the founder and former art director of Access to Art, community-based fine art program. artcenterbonita.org or 239-495-8989
"A Colorful Dream": Through Jan. 7. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Center for Visual Arts, 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. Family-friendly, interactive exhibition by contemporary fine art photographer Adrien Broom. A suite of photographs, some of them large scale, detailing a young girl’s journey as she discovers a series of monochromatic fantasy worlds, described by the Huffington Post as “deeply rooted in fairy tale and mythology." artcenterbonita.org or 239-495-8989
Art Studios and Galleries Open House: 1-5 p.m. Thursdays through April. Naples Art District, Artisans Plaza, 5760 Shirley St., Naples. Thursdays through April. Tour over 20 professional studios/galleries working in a variety of mediums, including paintings, pottery, jewelry, and glass, in one convenient location. 239-572-3386 or 401-527-6554
Needles & Pins: 1-4 p.m. Saturdays through Jan. 1. Estero Historical Society, Estero Park, 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero. The exhibit contains a variety of historic pieces ranging from an 1869 crazy quilt to a range of needlepoint and cross stitch pieces, and even historic wedding gowns. Private tours by appointment for up to six people also can be reserved in advance by calling 239-272-1911. Free; donations accepted.
"Rediscover Rookery Bay”: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children 6-12, at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Road, Naples. rookerybay.org or 239-530-5972
Baker Museum: Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, noon-4 Sundays. The Baker Museum, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. Make-and-take workshop for kids 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, with admission. Helen Levitt's street photographs and "Subject Matters," works from the permanent collection. Docent tours 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; 1 p.m. only on Sundays. $10, $5 active military and full-time students 18 and older. 239-597-1900 or artisnaples.org
“The Everglades: A World Worth Keeping”: Rosen Gallery, 2172 J&C Blvd., Naples. Julie Kimball’s abstract landscape show. Information: 239-405-2826.
Stone sculpting classes: In shaded, open-air Studio Carvetta, with sculptor Angelika Kade. 239-304-5950
Batik/rozome or shibori dyeing of silk scarfs or paintings: Classes at Inspirations Gallery, 5450B Shirley Street, Naples. All levels welcome. $150 plus $50 supplies for four afternoons. Call or email for days: 603-686-2187 or leighherndon@comcast.net.
New autumn classes: Naples Art Studios, North Line Plaza, 2172 J & C Blvd.,
Naples. Clay hand building and raku techniques; palette knife oil painting;
beginners macrame workshop. 239-821-1061
"Baseball Heroes" and "Love in All Forms — Selections from the Art Collection of Patty and Jay Baker": 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and noon–4 p.m. Sundays, closed Dec. 25 and Jan.1. The Baker Museum, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. Baseball historical items, featuring the New York Yankees, and artworks from the singular collections of collectors/philanthropists Patty and Jay Baker including selections from Monet to Henry Moore. $10; military or student with ID, $5; ages 17 and younger, free. artisnaples.org or 239-597-1900.
FARMERS MARKETS
Ave Maria Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. every Saturday from November through April. More than 20 vendors offer locally grown produce, citrus, fresh seafood, breads, pastries, local honey, soaps, candles, oils, beauty products, crafts, flowers, plants, jewelry, accessories, clothing and more. Market is on Annunciation Circle, near the welcome center, 5076 Annunciation Circle, No. 104, Ave Maria.
Third Street South Famers Market: 7:30-11:30 a.m. every Saturday, on Third Street South, from Broad Ave South to 13th Ave South, in Old Naples; Entry is from 13th Avenue South. Fresh produce, flowers, pastas, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, jams, relishes, fresh-roasted coffee, more. Music, dog treats.
Sunday Farmers Market: 8 a.m-1 p.m. every Sunday. Koreshan State Park, 800 Corkscrew Road, Estero. Local produce, honey, fresh guacamole and salsas, sea glass, jewelry, street food, arts and crafts, tie-dye and more. Free with paid park admission — $5 for up to 8 in vehicle, $4 for single occupancy vehicle, $2 for bikes and pedestrians. Information at floridastateparks.org
Farmer Mike's U-Pick: Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays year-round at 26031 Morton Ave., Bonita Springs with an onsite market and cafe, as well as U-pick produce and flowers. Call 239-498-4576 or click farmermikesupick.com for more.
Miromar Outlets Farmers Market: Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays in front of Ford's Garage; 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. Find it on Facebook for more.
Golden Gate Community Farmers Market: Open year-round, Saturdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Golden Gate; Sundays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 11725 Collier Blvd., Golden Gate. Visit farmermarket2.com for more.
Immokalee State Farmers Market: Open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily year-round at 424 New Market Road E., Immokalee. For more, call 239-658-3505 or visit fdacs.gov
Inyoni Organic Farm: This 6-acre all-organic farm offers online ordering with Saturday pickup on the farm. Learn more at facebook.com/inyoniorganicfarm
Pine Ridge Road Farmers Market: Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays at 3370 Pine Ridge Road, North Naples. Find it on Facebook for more.
South Collier Farmers Market: Open Sundays only: November through April from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 6060 Collier Blvd., Naples. Located in the Naples Outlet Center near corner of Collier and Manatee Road, two miles south of U.S. 41. Returning is the official market band, “The Hot Damn Duo,” for the entire season. They play every Sunday from 10 to 1. southcollierfarmersmarket.com and also see Facebook page.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Farmers Market: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays, from Nov. 13 to April 9, at the church, 3901 Davis Blvd. Naples.
CHILDREN/PARENT
Hunt Slonem's Zoo: Monday, Nov. 8, through February. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sunday; closed Wednesdays. Golisano Children's Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Road, Naples. Collection of colorful, animal-focused artwork by the artist, provided by the Harmon-Meek Gallery. Ages 1-18, $12; adults, $10. Tickets by reservation, at cmon.org; information,
Youth Fall Class signup: Centers for the Arts, 26100 Old 41 Road and 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. Visual arts, technology, dance, theater and more for ages 3½ and older through December. Catalog online at artcenterbonita.org under "Education." Register at 239-495-8989
Movies on the Lawn: See the holiday classic “Elf” starting at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, at Mercato in North Naples. Gates open at 4:45 p.m. Bring folding chair or blanket. Mercatoshops.com
DANCE
Irish Set Dancing: 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 29. Veterans Park Community Center, 1845 Veterans Park Drive, Naples. Beginners and advanced dancers welcome. $7, payable at the door by credit card only. Information, 865-604-3869
Gulf Breeze Bop Club: Arrive by 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26; Friday, Dec. 3; and Friday, Dec. 17, at The Elks Lodge, 3231 Coconut Road, Estero. Free dance lesson with paid admission at 6:30 p.m. Open dancing 7:15-9:30 p.m. $10 for members, $15 for guests. gulfbreezebopclub.com
OUTDOORS
"The Art of Stickwork": Through Jan. 9. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. Photographs and original sketches of sculptor Patrick Dougherty's one-of-a-kind interactive sculptures, woven from tree saplings, enhanced with multimedia displays preceding an installation to be built on the Caribbean Garden lawn. Garden admission $20, ages 4-17 $10. naplesgarden.org or 239-643-7275
Naples Zoo: 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. at 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples. Guests may buy tickets at the admission counter. For express entry, guests can still purchase online. 239-262-5409 and napleszoo.org
Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum: Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. every day, at 3075 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel. New exhibit: Beyond Shells: The Mysterious World of Mollusks. The exhibit consists of 11 aquariums home to giant clams, gastropods and a Giant Pacific Octopus. Admission is $23.95 for adults (18 and older), $21.95 for seniors, $14.95 youth (12 to 17) and students with their ID, $8.95 for children (5 to 11) and free to children younger than 5, and also active military. Visitors who bike to the museum receive $1 off admission. 239-395-2233 and shellmuseum.org
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