Bring your coolers, blankets, and lawn chairs out to Mackle Park's field and enjoy a free movie under the stars. Popcorn, sodas, and neon necklaces will be available for purchase. All movies start 10- 15 minutes after sunset. Friday October 30th - CoralineFriday November 20th - Journey to the Center of the EarthFor more details, please call Mackle Park at 239-642-0575 or visit www.cityofmarcoisland.com
Museum of the Everglades "Ever-changing Everglades-A Photographic Vision"November 2, 2009 - November 30, 2009105 W. BroadwayEverglades City, FL 34139Contact: 239-695-2397 On exhibit during November: "The Ever-changing Everglades" by Angie Chestnut. A photographic vision of the Everglades landscape and its raw beauty. Meet the artist recption Nov 7 1-3 pm.Location: Museum of the EvergladesHours: Tuesday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and on Saturday 9 am to 4 pmAdmission: Free - donations accepted
137 12th Ave. SNaples, FL 34102Contact: 239 261 8164 Visitors will see a stunning holiday display of decorations throughout Palm Cottage, the oldest house in Naples. Then be in awe at the thousands of twinkling lights inside and outside the house and gardens! This is a truly wonderful community Holiday event! Children can meet Santa in the Norris Garden December 10,11 & 12 from 4-7 p.m.Location: Palm CottageHours: November 1pm-4pm Tuesday through Saturdays (closed Thanksgiving Day). December to 8pm on Thurs, Fri, SatAdmission: $5 adults; children $3
2600 Tiburon DriveNaples, FL 34109Contact: 239 449 4154Gulfshore Life magazine celebrates the outstanding contributions of Southwest Florida's community, business and philanthropic leaders. A reception and awards presentation will honor several individuals who strive to improve the greater community of Southwest Florida. Honorees are selected from both Lee and Collier counties. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Philharmonic Center for the Arts. Seating is limited. RSVP by Friday, November 6 by calling 239‐449‐4154 or emailing NishaB@GulfshoreLife.com.Location: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, NaplesHours: 6;30pm - 9pmAdmission: $150 per person
October 28, 2009 - November 21, 2009701 5th Ave. SNaples, FL 34102Contact: 239 263 7990 One of Shakespeare’s best comedies, Much Ado About Nothing explores love, hate, jealousy, and friendship through the comic antics of two couples in Sicily. Written in the 16th century, but as frothy and delightful as any modern romantic comedy, the lovers steer their way through dastardly plot turns, love’s quirks, and cruel deception, to the inevitable happy ending.Location: Sugden Community Theatre: Tobye StudioHours: Wed-Sat 8pm; matinee Sunday 2pmAdmission: $30 adults; $10 children under 12
5833 Pelican Bay BlvdNaples, FL 34108Contact: 239 597 1900 Bridging the gap between rock ’n’ roll and classical music, the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra performs The Music of Led Zeppelin. Joining the orchestra will be a full rock band led by acclaimed Robert Plant sound-alike Randy Jackson (lead singer of the rock band Zebra) and guest conductor Brent Havens. This authentic, note-for-note recreation of Led Zeppelin’s soaring rock sounds features more than 15 songs, including Stairway to Heaven, Heartbreaker, Immigrant Song, Kashmir, Black Dog and others.Location: The Philharmonic Center for the ArtsHours: 8pmAdmission: $55 adults; $33 students
755 8th Ave SNaples, FL 34102Contact: 239 213 3058Celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka, Jim Van Slyke returns to the stage with his critically acclaimed new show The Sedaka Show. Directed and conceived by Tony nominated Singer/Actor Brian Lane Green and music arrangements by award-winning Music Director Tim DiPasqua, this tour-de-force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems and a few surprises. Come enjoy Jim’s beautiful voice and charm as he weaves his way through the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka.Location: The Norris CenterHours: 8pmAdmission: $42, includes glass of wine and snacks
137 12th Ave. SNaples, FL 34102Contact: 239 261 8164 Meet at Palm Cottage and listen to the history of Naples as you walk among the original old cottages, see the amazing renovations, and imagine arriving at the end of the pier in the late 19th century. Hear the stories of the founders and the glamorous people who came to the Old Naples Hotel and Third Street South. These tours are held every Wednesday morning.Location: Palm CottageHours: 10amAdmission: $15 adults; $5 children; Reservations Required