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On The Gulf
Lee Libraries Hosts Reading Festival on the Riverfront
More than two dozen awardwinning and best-selling authors will be appearing at Lee County Library System’s 27th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival on Saturday, March 7.
The free outdoor community event features author presentations, book signings, and interactive activities for all ages. Attendees can also enjoy library technology demonstrations, local author showcases, storytelling, arts & crafts, youth writing awards, and food vendors.
This year’s lineup features Wally Lamb and Brad Thor, along with other stellar authors including Sarah Pekkanen, Kristen Harmel and Lisa Wingate, as well as Dan Gutman, creator of the ‘Rappy the Raptor’ and ‘My Weird School’ series and husband-and-wife creators Trisha Speed & Stephen Shaskan.
In addition, authors appearing include:
Adult authors: Peter Abrahams (aka Spencer Quinn), Bruce Borgos, Kalie Cassidy, Fiona Davis, Rachel Gillig, Patti Callahan Henry, Alka Joshi, Ward Larsen, Annabel Monaghan, David Rosenfelt, Brad Thor, Adrienne Young.
Young Adult Authors: Marc J. Gregson, Xan Kaur, Susan Lee, Sasha Peyton Smith.
Children’s Authors: Kay Healy, Sylvia Liu, Greg Pizzoli.
An Evening with the Authors, the reading festival’s fundraiser, Friday evening, March 6, 5:308pm, offers a one-of-a-kind chance to meet and mingle with the authors and members of the Gulf Coast Writers Association as part of a dining experience at the riverfront Burroughs Home & Gardens. The evening also includes a silent auction with proceeds supporting the festival.
The Reading Festival provides a free book to each child and teen in attendance as well.
Free parking is available along the streets of downtown Fort Myers on weekends and public parking lots are nearby.
The Reading Festival will be open 10am-4pm at the Fort Myers Regional Library, located at 2450 First St. in downtown Fort Myers’ Historic River District. Call 479-4636 for information.
Alexander Calder Exhibition at Selby Gardens
The exhibition, ‘Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement’, will be on view February 8- May 31 at the Downtown Sarasota campus of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
The exhibition combines original artworks in the galleries of the Gardens’ Museum of Botany & the Arts with horticultural vignettes, inspired by Calder and his works, in the Display Conservatory, and throughout the outdoor gardens of the 15-acre campus.
The exhibition highlights Calder’s use of abstract forms rooted in nature and emphasize his interest in science and engineering and explores his enchantment with the circus.
Marie Selby Gardens’ downtown campus is located at 1534 Mound St. in Sarasota. The gardens are open daily 10am5pm. For information, call 941366-5731.
Marie Selby Gardens hosts the exhibition, Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement, February 8-May 31.
ArtFest Fort Myers Returns to Riverfront A
rtFest Fort Myers, February 6-8, features more 200 artists from around the country and worldwide, showcasing paintings, sculptures, glasswork, and ceramics. Artworks are originals and limited reproductions. The festival also features live music, a variety of vendors, and family-friendly entertainment and activities. ArtFest is free and open Saturday, February 7, 10am-5pm & Sunday, February 8, 10am-4pm. There is a opening night party is Friday, February 6, 6-9pm.
Opening night’s Artful Friday Evening Under the Stars offers attendees dining and entertainment, as well as an opportunity to meet artists. The night also features Symphony on
the Sound, a free pops Gulf Coast Symphony concert at 7pm in the Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, located across from the Luminary Hotel. Seating is limited; lawn chairs and blankets encouraged.
In addition to the exhibition and sale of artworks, ArtFest includes:
Publix Art Yard, interactive activities and performances for children by local arts organizations.
Art Under 20 Exhibit & Competition, an art competition for high school artists.
Chalk Block, chalk street painting by professional and teams from Lee County High Schools.
Publix Run to the Arts, a 5K run, walk or stroll on Sunday, February 8, starting at 8am and followed by breakfast 8:30-9:45am
VIP Club tickets are available with exclusive benefits; private indoor restrooms, convenient reserved parking; an opening Night VIP Party including wine, beer, cocktails, appetizers, frontrow seats for the Symphony on the Sound concert; and VIP Brunch Saturday & Sunday 11:30am-1:30pm, with complimentary mimosas.
ArtFest Fort Myers is located along Caloosahatchee River waterfront at Edwards Dr. at Hendry St. in Fort Myers’ Historic River District. The entrance is at 1375 Monroe St. Free LeeTran trolleys will run to and from the parking lots along Monroe St. & Broadway to the festival entrance. For information, 768-3602.
Shell Show on Sanibel
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he Sanibel Shell Show & Festival will be held March 5-7. The event will feature shells from around the world displayed in artistic and scientific exhibits, as well as works of art using shells, and world-class shell vendors.
In addition to the shell show and sale, there will be an outdoor dining area, family-friendly daily scavenger hunts, a kid’s activity area, face painting, and a Living Shell exhibit to entertain and educate youngsters about the wonders of conchology (seashells).
The Shell Festival is open Thursday & Friday, March 5 & 6, 9am-3pm and Saturday, March 7, 9am-4pm.
Proceeds from the show will support both The SanibelCaptiva Shell Club’s annual grants program, given towards education and research in the fields of conchology and malacology, as well as for conservation and water quality projects, as well as The Community House programs and operating budget.
The Sanibel Shell Show & Festival is hosted by the SanibelCaptiva Shell Club and the Sanibel Community Association, and will be held at the Sanibel Community House, located at 2173 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. For information, visit the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club sanibelshellclub.com.
National Art Exhibition Returns to Punta Gorda
The Visual Arts Center of Punta Gorda will host its National Art Exhibition, one of the nation’s most respected juried shows of two-dimensional art, February 13-March 26.
The Visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda hosts the National Art Exhibition, February 13-March 26.
The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of public programs, including workshops, daily docent-led tours, demonstrations, group discussions, painting, critiques, and special events to engage both artists and the community.
SCHEDULE
Daily docent tours throughout February
FEBRUARY 10-12
Workshops — 9am-3pm 3-day painting workshops led by National Art Exhibition juror Teresa Kirk.
FEBRUARY 12
Lunch with judge — 11:30am
Opening Night Gala — 6-10pm fundraiser preview with music, food, drinks
FEBRUARY 13
Lunch & talk — 11:30am-1pm
FEBRUARY 19
Awards Reception — 6–10pm meet & mingle with artists
MARCH 6
Art Talk & Luncheon —11:30am
‘How to Look at Art’
MARCH 18
Poetry Night — 6–9pm Poets read original works inspired by the exhibition artworks
The Visual Arts Center is located at 210 Maud St. in Punta Gorda’s historic district.
The center is open Mon, Thu, Fri 9am-4pm; Tue & Wed 9am7pm; Sat 10am-4pm. Call 941-639-8810 for information.
Writing Contest
Local and regional writers at all levels of achievement are invited to submit works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry to the 2026 Gulf Coast Writers Association for their annual writing contest for cash prizes. Submissions must be unpublished work only and written in english. Word limit for prose is 1500 words; for poetry, the limit is 40 lines.
The deadline to submit work is March 15.
Winners of the 2025 contest can be read on the GCWA website. Now in its 31st year, Gulf Coast Writers Association provides a forum for fellowship, education, and information for writers, editors, and associates. The Association offers speakers and workshops at monthly meetings, sharing advice on writing techniques, publishing, and marketing.
For information about the writing contest and the Gulf Coast Writers Association, visit gulfcoastwriters.org.
Cattle Drive in Immokalee
Collier County Museums’ Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch presents its annual Immokalee Cattle Drive & Jamboree on March 28. The event is free and will begin with a pancake breakfast fundraiser at 7:30am, followed by a cattle herd driven down Immokalee’s Main St. at 10am, led by cattle boss Heather Cleckler.
The event, celebrating the pioneer spirit and agricultural history of Florida’s heartland, will feature a Jamboree, 11am3pm, with live entertainment,
vendors, food trucks, and activities for children.
Immokalee Pioneer Museum is located at 1215 Roberts Ave W. in Immokalee. Call 252-2611 for information.
Ansel Adams at The Baker Museum
The Baker Museum hosts the exhibition, ‘Discovering Ansel Adams’, March 14-August 2, an exploration into the making of the world-acclaimed photographer and his iconic images.
Visitors will follow his progression from early experimentation to mastery, his transition from soft-focus Pictorialist influences to the sharply detailed style of Group f/64, his successful commercial venture, and his professional work in Yosemite, and how he forged a visual language that
defined his career and cemented his role as an advocate for landscapes in the United States.
Drawn from the extensive Ansel Adams Archive at the University of Arizona’s Center for Creative Photography, the exhibition presents an extensive collection of photographs, documents, and personal artifacts, offering a rare window into the formative years of Adams’ career.
The Baker Museum at Artis—Naples hosts, Discovering Ansel Adams, an exhibition of photographs.
The annual Immokalee Cattle Drive & Jamboree is March 28.
Beginning with Adams’ first photographs of Yosemite National Park, taken in 1916 as a 14-year-old tourist from San Francisco, ‘Discovering Ansel Adams’ explains how a teenage snap-shooter from the city became a virtuosic cameraperson, darkroom technician, expert mountaineer, enterprising visual artist, and committed advocate for conservation in the United States.
The Baker Museum is located at Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. in Naples. The museum is open Tue-Sat 10am-4pm & Sun 12-4p. For information, call 597-1900.
Jewish Film Festival in Fort Myers
The Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties celebrates the 30th Anniversary of their Jewish Film Festival of Southwest Florida throughout February & March with screenings at the Regal Belltower cinemas in Fort Myers.
The festival includes 18 films from several countries in several languages, including both narrative and documentary films. Films will be screened on 13 days from February 1-March 26.
All screenings are at 6:30pm except matinees at 3pm on February 1 (opening matinee), February 13 & March 15.
Open seating at all films for general admission tickets.
SCHEDULE
February 1: Tatami
February 3: The Ring
February 11: Once Upon My Mother, The Last Jews of Guantanamo
The Jewish Film Festival is screening films at the Regal Belltower cinemas in Fort Myers, February 1-March 26,
February 13: Matchmaking 2
February 17: Never Alone, Ice Cream Man
February 19: Air War
February 26: Welcome to Yiddishland, Jews in Music
March 5: Pink Lady
March 11: Marathon Mom
March 15: Charles GrodinRebel with a Cause
March 19: The Road Between Us
March 24: Song of Ascent, Alon My Brother
March 26: Turn Left at the End of the World, Cut Off
Regal Belltower cinemas are located at 13499 Bell Tower Dr. in Fort Myers. Call 481-4449 for information.
Celebrating Rauschenberg
Florida Southwestern State College’s Bob Rauschenberg Gallery presents the exhibition, ‘Rauschenberg at 100: As Large as the World’ is, celebrating the birth centenary of the late legendary artist, gallerynamesake, and longtime Captiva Island resident, Robert Rauschenberg.
The exhibition is the first solo Rauschenberg show curated specifically for the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery Annex space. The title is drawn from the artist’s own deeply-held belief and profound philosophy on the interconnectedness of local and global perspectives.
The exhibition focuses on the artist’s deep ties to Southwest Florida, featuring locally-produced and privately-held works, most never before exhibited and spanning several pivotal decades of his career, including:
Autobiography: A monumental ‘self portrait’ triptych created in 1968, the same year that Rauschenberg purchased his first property and home on Captiva Island.
Unique paintings and transfer drawings: featuring original works from the acclaimed Spreads, Borealis, Anagram, and Runt series.
The Moon Museum: A collective artwork featuring contributions
The exhibition, Timeless Mucha: The Magic of Line, is on view at the Boca Raton Museum of Art thru March 1.
The Rauschenberg Gallery at FSW celebrates the artist’s 100th birthday.
from Rauschenberg, Andy Warhol and others covertly attached to the Apollo 12 lunar lander.
The exhibition also honors Rauschenberg’s role as a global diplomat. Between 1984-1991, he launched the Rauschenberg Overseas Culture Interchange at the United Nations, bringing art
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‘Rauschenberg at 100’ is on view thru May 2 at the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery Annex, located on Florida Southwestern State College campus at 8099 College Parkway, Building J-118, in Fort Myers. The gallery annex is open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm. Call 489-9313 for information.
Mucha in Boca
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Aby Jason MacNeil
S A PLAYER, BRAD RALPH PLAYED A LOT OF HOCKEY for a variety of minor league clubs. The list ranges from the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League to the Springfield Falcons and Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League, to even Alleghe HC, a club based in the Italian league. But much of his time was spent as a player in the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL). The Mississippi Sea Wolves, Augusta Lynx, Dayton Bombers, Columbia Inferno, and Charlotte Checkers were the teams he suited up for before retiring after the 2008-09 season with Charlotte. However, Ralph has found his best years behind the bench, coaching the ECHL’s Florida Everblades. The team has essentially been the cream of the crop, winning three consecutive
Kelly Cup championships (2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24), the first team to have accomplished that feat in league history. It’s proof that the Everblades have been one of the better teams since Ralph started coaching the team in 2016-17. He says the past decade has been a whirlwind of sorts.
“We’ve been fortunate to have some long years playing into June, but it’s been a lot of fun,” Ralph says. “Winning is fun, and I’ve been fortunate enough to be surrounded by great players, good staff, and a loyal fan base. So it’s been a great 10 years.”
Ralph, who won Coach of the Year honors with the Everblades in his sophomore season coaching the club, relocated to Southwest Florida after spending a year in British Columbia coaching the Kelowna Rockets of the Western Hockey League, a tier dedicated to primarily junior players in their late teens. The coach says that life away from the
“Winning is fun, and I’ve been fortunate enough to be surrounded by great players, good staff, and a loyal fan base.”
rink in Florida might have been the biggest change for him in terms of the players.
“I would say the biggest adjustment for me was just managing the players, understanding their tendencies when we weren’t at the rink,” he says. “Just in terms of golf or fishing or just going to the beach. Incorporating outdoor activities into our daily lives. I had to have a better understanding of the recovery process for them. I’ve always been a big believer in enjoying life away from the rink. I think it allows players to come to the rink with more energy, more enthusiasm, and a deeper love for the game. I encourage anything away from the rink to enhance their season and experience. Just do whatever they have to do and still perform well on the ice.”
The Florida Everblades, which were founded back in 1998, have been the epitome of consistency in their history, missing the playoffs just once over that time. They’ve also been to seven Kelly Cup finals, winning four championships, including the recent three-peat. Ralph says there are a myriad of reasons why the Everblades are successful.
“I think we’ve got great ownership, we’ve got great leadership with Craig Brush (team President and CEO),” Ralph says. “It’s a lot of hockey-first decisions. We’re able to attract good hockey players. I was really a student of winning as a player and as a coach. I was pretty dialed in in terms of what is successful at this level. I think when you combine that with the quality of life that’s down here in Southwest Florida, it really is a heck of a package. We get good hockey players and guys really enjoy being here and playing for the Florida Everblades. That goes a long way when you’re grinding and playing 95 games a year.”
the success we’re having right now. We’re in first place in our division. We’ve got a good hockey team. In this league, and probably in any league, there’s a lot of turnover with injuries. So you’ve got to have depth and withstand the ups and downs of a season. But it’s a great group of guys. We’re finding the back of the net right now, and we’ve got two great goalies. I think we’re certainly a contender. I like to think we’re a contender every year. But it’s a long road.”
The Everblades also have an NHL affiliate in the St. Louis Blues, meaning the Blues can send players in their organization (or on the AHL affiliate club) down to the Everblades. Or they can call them up depending on injuries or other situations. It’s the team’s fourth NHL affiliate in the decade Ralph has been with Florida. But Ralph knows ties to a NHL club isn’t a quick fix for ECHL success.
We do the best we can to give our players the opportunity to perform at their best at any given game.
The Everblades, which also won the 2025 Team Award of Excellence for the fifth consecutive year in the ECHL, have also been a success at the box office. Of course, winning will put people in seats. But Ralph says the team from the top down has done a terrific job in terms of gaining and maintaining fan support.
“After Covid, we started winning championships, and it improved,” Ralph says. I think the front office does a heck of a job selling corporate sponsorships and selling season tickets. The support here has been awesome; it continues to evolve, and we continue to get new season ticket holders, which I think is a great sign. People enjoy the games and the caliber, the entertainment that we provide. It’s a great package for Southwest Florida as there’s no real major league sport in the area. We’ve cornered that market to a certain extent.”
Unlike National Hockey League teams who primarily travel by chartered jets for away games, the East Coast Hockey League relies primarily on the bus. Ralph says the Hoffman group (which owns the club) does a great job determining whether the players would be better off on the bus or flying to further destinations in the league. The Everblades play 72 regular season games. Often those games are on the weekends and sometimes can be three consecutive games in three days, which would test the physical stamina of any hockey player regardless of level.
“It’s a grind, there’s no doubt about it,” Ralph says. “But the ownership group makes hockey-first decisions when we’re traveling, whether flying or on the bus. We do the best we can to give our players the opportunity to perform at their best at any given game. I think that goes a long way. And obviously, the results speak for themselves.”
“We’ve got a great culture, great environment, the guys play hard for each other,” he says. “We’re having fun. I think that’s a big part of
“Part of my mindset as a coach is we control the controllable,” he says. “That’s by signing really good ECHL-contracted players, and then whatever players are sent down to us only benefits our team and helps us. But we can’t rely on these NHL teams to supply us with great hockey players. We’ve been fortunate to get a lot of good players from those teams.”
The St. Louis link is sort of a full circle moment for Ralph. On October 5, 2000, Ralph played his first and only NHL game as a member of the Phoenix Coyotes, who were playing the St. Louis Blues that evening. Ralph played about five minutes in the game and didn’t register a point as Phoenix won the contest. But the memory is something he’s cherished dearly.
“I certainly remember it,” he recalls fondly. “I think when I signed my contract the intent was for me to play the home opener and we beat St. Louis. I didn’t play much. And obviously, I didn’t take advantage of my opportunities there. It was a short-lived career in the NHL, but there were a lot of good memories, a lot of great guys on that hockey team that treated me really well. So I’ve got nothing but good memories about that game. And a lot of great experiences that I’ve passed along to my players that I hope can help them when they get their opportunity.”
That Phoenix club featured a lot of players who remained in the game either as coaches or general managers. Ralph says that coaching was something he was told he’d be great at, but didn’t consider until after his playing days were done.
“For most players, the goal is to be a player and win the Stanley Cup,” he says. “You’re not really thinking of coaching. It’s more when your playing career is over and just trying to figure out what direction to go in. I just wanted some stability. I didn’t want to move around the rest of my life like I did as a player. But pretty quickly after my playing career ended, I realized I missed the game. I don’t know if I had a passion for coaching, but a couple of games into my first season, I recognized I was probably built to be a coach more than even being a player.”
Ralph—who says the first Kelly Cup championship was a “lights out achievement” while the third was “validation; it wasn’t luck or chance”—says he’s ready for whatever comes his way. That includes the annual Teddy Bear toss that took place December 12 in Estero. So how does he avoid getting hit with so many plush dolls?
“Score early,” Ralph says with a laugh. “As a player or team, you’re anxious. You want fans to have a good experience and unload those teddy bears onto the ice. We all know it’s for a great cause, and that adds to the excitement and the nervousness the players will deal with. We all get hit by them; that’s all part of the fun.” •
Gby Jason MacNeil
arrett Dutton, better known as genre-bending musician G. Love, found himself with some of the most iconic hill country blues musicians around one evening during the pandemic. The late night recording session—featuring him alongside Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars), Cam Kimbrough, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Christone ‘KingFish’ Ingram, and R.L. Boyce—was a memorable one-off evening while G.Love was working on what would become 2022’s Philadelphia, Mississippi album. Many suspected nothing would come of it.
Fortunately, thanks to the wonders of technology, G. Love is back with a truly great album entitled Ode To R.L., a 10-track effort that used that session as a creative catalyst while also honoring Boyce, who died in 2023 at age 68.
“I’m really happy with this record,” the musician says. “It’s different in a lot of ways for me because this record is kind of like more of a hip-hop record. It’s beats. And it’s very interesting on the musical side. It’s a record that’s made in memory and to honor R.L. Boyce who passed since that recording session. There’s a lot of really cool things behind the story of it.”
G.Love says he wasn’t sure what would come out of the jam session. Originally, the goal was to use the session as an album in and of itself. But a night of incredibly solid musicianship didn’t exactly translate into a fully fleshed out concept for a record.
“We had this amazing session,” G. Love says of the recording done in Coldwater, Mississippi. “It was during Covid, so the session itself became like a summit, a hill country blues summit. So R.L. came through and we had this epic night. Just drinking whiskey, smoked a blunt, and hung out. He played a whole set of music. We said, ‘Let’s go back and make a record for R.L. out of that session!’
“We started going through it, and we said, ‘Man, that whiskey got the best of us.’ There were a lot of great moments but not enough to make a cohesive record for him.”
G.Love then hooked up with Logan Tichnor, a young producer from Orleans, Massachusetts. What transpired was what appears throughout Ode To R.L., namely samples of the sessions which G. Love used to create new material.
“I said, ‘Hey man, if you ever get the notion, take this session and chop it up, see if you can make something with it,’” he says. “He came back with this first track that ended up being this song called ‘Gumbo.’ He put it on, and immediately the sound was magic. I started writing to it right away. Every time he would put a beat up that he made, it would call its own lyrics and message to the feel of the music. It was very cool. I was very inspired. The fabric of the music is unique and original. It’s unlike anything anyone has heard before, and I’m really proud of that.”
The artist hadn’t met Boyce prior to the jam session, but came away with a newfound respect for the hill country blues performer.
“The way he was as a person,” G. Love says. “He had a great sense of humor. He was a sweet guy and really cool. I wondered if I was going to feel nervous because I spent my whole life being a student of the blues. I was maybe having a little insecurity getting to play with someone like R.L. There’s a blues culture of music and he’s an African American man from Mississippi. That’s the real deal blues. Hill country blues is the rural, authentic blues. He just made me feel so comfortable. I just jumped right in the pool and ’started swimming.”
Ode To R.L. features 10 songs and a few guest musicians including Boyce, Dickinson, and vocalist Evan Nicole Bell (who appears on the opening ‘Feel Me Better’) among others. The title track explains the session that fueled the album, while ‘Started Young’ came from something G. Love heard somewhere and jotted down.
“It’s interesting because when I wrote it down, it was meant to be a funny thing,” he says. “I started young, and then I started over. I started a family when I was 29, but then I started a new family when I was 44. So I did start young and I started over.”
As for a favorite, G. Love isn’t leaning towards just one. He loves ‘Feel Me Better’ as well as ‘Don’t Trip,’ the latter written back in 2018 and sounding as timely now as it ever has given the current political climate. “Obviously, it talks about the State of the Union, and it’s especially poignant to me now,” he says.
Meanwhile, recent shows have seen G. Love blend material from Ode To R.L. such as ‘Weekends are for Making Love’ and ‘Stay Awhile’ along with signatures from his illustrious career. However, in 2026, he’ll be focusing more on songs from his 2006 effort Lemonade. The musician says the 20th anniversary of the album’s original release felt like a great time to revisit the record.
“That’s one of our biggest records,” he says. “Now that we’ve been around the block a couple of times, the anniversaries of some or all of our records are now into the 20-year and 30-year anniversaries from the ‘90s and early 2000s. That’s just a fun record. That record has a lot of songs that are great songs to play live. It has, at least according to Spotify, my biggest song, ‘Rainbow’ on it. And it’s just such a great vibe. It’s going to be a fun tour. We’ll be sprinkling in some of the new record, celebrating Lemonade, and playing some other hits. It’s going to be a great show with the songs that people love to hear.”
One of the odder but amusing events G.Love experienced this year was seeing two categories on the game show Jeopardy! beside each other in one program being ‘G. Love’ and ‘Special Sauce’.
He’s also no stranger to the Fort Myers area as his parents lived on Sanibel for some time. Unfortunately, a few years ago, the couple lost their home in a hurricane, resulting in them relocating versus trying to rebuild. He says he’s enjoyed playing at the Point Ybel Brewing Company as well as the Beer in the Bushes festival benefiting the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. “I really miss it because we love Sanibel and Fort Myers,” he says.
While much of the early part of 2026 will be spent on the road, G.Love and Tichnor might be teaming up again for another studio album. He says the different type of synergy has resulted in lots of ideas.
“The creative process for R.L. was very refreshing because it was just a different songwriting process; not sitting down with my acoustic guitar like I’ve been doing my whole life,” he says. “Instead, I was writing over hip-hop beats. So, as an artist, it was great for me to mix it up. I’ve really enjoyed that.”
“As we finished that project Logan has been making beats. Not just different beats that didn’t have the R.L. thing happening, but
just different hip-hop beats. I love his beats, they keep calling these lyrics out of me. So we’ve got a whole other record that’s in the works. We’re going to start looking at who we want to collaborate with on that record. I think that record will have a lot more guest artists than Ode To R.L. does.”
Perhaps one of the odder but amusing events G. Love experienced this year was seeing two categories on the long-running game show Jeopardy! beside each other in one program being ‘G. Love’ and ‘Special Sauce.’
“Oh, it was hilarious,” he says. “I think we got a fan who works at Jeopardy! because that was the second time. We were the answer to another question last year or the year before. This year we got two categories. My phone blew up when that show aired.”
“We’re really in a great place. The momentum of the records and putting on some of our greatest shows ever. The vibes are great, and it’s all because of the fan base that have supported us since the early ‘90s. And the new fans we make along the way. We’re just very thankful and happy about our momentum right now.”
Finally, G. Love has always found Bob Dylan as a source of inspiration. He says he’s not sure if he’ll find himself on the road in his seventies or eighties like Dylan currently is, but he certainly lauds performers who continue to perform in their twilight years.
He says, “I think the thing about us musicians is you just do this until you can’t do it. It’s like this with everybody in life. In life, when you’re a parent and you have little kids, you have to go to work to provide for them. But you don’t really want to be working. You want to be home with your kids. That’s not the way life works. And when you get older, you retire, but your kids are gone. Maybe you’ve been married a long time and you’re best friends with your spouse.
“I think guys like Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson don’t do it because they need the money. They’re doing it because they just love to play. It keeps them young, keeps them going, and gives them a purpose. I’d imagine that maybe that’s how it’s going to look for me. I love touring, but maybe it would also be great to tour a little less. Either way, we’re going on a big one this year. And we will certainly be ready to jam for the good people of Fort Myers.” •
G.Love & Special Sauce perform at the Point Ybel Brewing Company in Fort Myers, February 10 & 11.
a daughter’s quest for the truth
Aby Nancy Stetson
rtis Henderson adored her father.
A charming man with a ready grin, Tilton Lamar Chester, Jr., who went by his middle name, was a natural-born leader with a devil-may-care attitude. Others called him a hero, describing him as generous, intelligent, a man of class and style.
According to Henderson, he was a man “who could fix things, who was at ease with a hammer and a hacksaw. He could take apart a truck engine and raise a barn in the same day.”
Born into poverty, Chester became a carpenter, an aircraft mechanic, then a commercial pilot for Eastern Airlines.
But what Henderson didn’t know as a young child was that her father was also a drug smuggler, a major player in the international drug scene who flew tons of marijuana into the US. He owned five islands in the Bahamas as well as a huge farm, complete with runway, in North Georgia.
In 1985, Chester died in a plane crash while flying a single-engine Piper Cub. He was 47. Henderson, five years old at the time, was his only passenger. She suffered a fractured skull and a broken vertebra, and doctors weren’t sure whether she’d live.
While she was growing up, the incident was always referred to as ‘the accident.’
But as an adult, Henderson discovered that perhaps it hadn’t been an accident after all. Her father was a skilled pilot who could fly a plane and land it even in the most difficult circumstances, and the crash had never made sense.
It had happened on a late afternoon, with clear visibility. He was flying over his own property. People claimed he’d run out of fuel, but he always checked his fuel levels before flying. Plus, there was an overwhelming smell of gas at the site of the accident.
Using her journalistic skills, Henderson looked into the circumstances and discovered her father had died just prior to an important federal court appearance. Was he a secret informant? Had he been murdered to be kept quiet? She writes about her journey to discover the answers in No Ordinary Bird: Drug Smuggling, a Plane Crash, and a Daughter’s Quest for the Truth (HarperCollins)
“I write books to figure out my emotions.”
No Ordinary Bird is part biography, part memoir, part investigative journalism, and reads like a compelling thriller.
The book, released in September, has received critical acclaim. People magazine named it their Book of the Week and declared it “a deeply felt portrait…as riveting as it is moving.” Publishers Weekly gave it a starred review, calling it a “unique, exciting and affecting memoir.” Oprah Daily named it a Best New Book of 2025 and Library Journal said this “exquisitely written, fiercely researched emotional memoir is not to be missed.”
“This book is Artis’s heart,” says friend and fellow memoirist Annabelle Tometich, who recently enjoyed success with her own book, The Mango Tree. The two have known each other since sixth grade and both live in Fort Myers. “It’s the utmost depths of her put into words,” says Tometich about No Ordinary Bird. “I could not put this book down, and I could not be more proud of my friend for writing it.
“To see her enjoy so much success is awesome. This is what she’s aways dreamed of, and here she is, living that dream.”
Tbeginnings
he book began as a novel about a father and daughter.
“I write books to figure out my emotions,” Henderson says.
She initially approached it as fiction because she felt the subject matter was too difficult to come at head on, she explains. “But it didn’t have any heat to it. And then I did a lot of reporting about other people who were experiencing the same situation as me, but that also didn’t have the emotional heat.” Then she began writing it as “a straight biography of my father.”
But when she showed excerpts to her long-time writing group, they told her, “It’s fine, but there needs to be more of you in it.”
And she thought: “More of me? That’s when I was like, ‘Oh my God, am I writing another memoir?’ The last thing I wanted to do was write another memoir.”
(In 2014, Henderson published Unremarried Widow, about losing her husband, Miles, in an Army helicopter crash just months after they’d married.)
“You can tell when a book is churned out,” Henderson says. “For it to have all the feels, it has to come from a compulsive place where you cannot stop yourself from writing. For me, that’s what this book was, once I accepted that this is the book I’m writing. I felt let’s do this thing. I went under for a long time. It consumed me.”
She spent ten years working on the book, eight of them researching and investigating. “I didn’t even think I was writing a book,” she confesses. “I was resistant to it for so long. But I couldn’t escape it: I cannot not write this book.”
No Ordinary Bird is part biography, part memoir, part investigative journalism, and reads like a compelling thriller. But according to Henderson, the book’s tone was very different in early drafts.
“The idea that my father was murdered, came out in successive drafts,” she says. “The discovery, the anger, came through.”
She didn’t enter into the project actively missing her father.
“Once I discovered him, now I can grieve him,” she says.
following the bees
Henderson was tenacious in following the story.
“There was no question of giving up,” she says. “I just keep going. That’s how I am with my life: you keep going ‘til you get to the end…I went to journalism school. I had the background to do this.”
She recalls a metaphor memoirist/essayist Annie Dillard used about writing. “She said, how do you find a hive of honey? You go into a field, and when you see a honey bee, you follow as far as you can until
you’ve lost it. Then you stand there and wait until there’s another bee, and you follow that.” You keep following successive bees, until you finally reach the hive.
In like manner, Henderson says, “I follow one thread until it fizzles out. Then I will sit, wait, do reporting, read a book about this topic, see where it takes me next.” She keeps following each thread as it leads her to new ones.
Some events happened serendipitously.
For example, Henderson’s father had been interviewed by TV journalist Forest Sawyer, when he was a young news reporter in Atlanta.
“I was desperate to see this,” Henderson says. “It was the ‘80s and we didn’t have any audio recordings.”
She tried reaching out to Sawyer through his speaking agency, through other reporters who knew him, through the Atlanta news station where he’d worked, to see if it was in their archives.
“This went on for years,” she says. “I had assumed I would never get my hands on this. Then, my mom was cleaning out her attic in Fort Myers Beach, and she said, “I just found this [VHS tape].”
Her mother didn’t know what was on it, but told her, “Maybe there’s something on here you might be interested in.”
Henderson had the tape transferred to digital, and was surprised to discover what she’d been searching for, for so long: her father’s interview with Forest Sawyer. It’d been in her mother’s attic all this time.
“I had tried so hard for so long [to find this],” Henderson says. “You just don’t know [how the pieces will come together].”
Hmore beginnings
er father’s daughter, Henderson is a world traveler.
She wrote a draft of her memoir in Portugal, and as a 2024 FulbrightNational Geographic Award recipient, spent eight months in western Australia in Shark Bay, studying marine stromatolites. (Stromatolites are the world’s oldest living microorganisms.)
“I’m fascinated by the world,” Henderson says. “There’s so much to see, interesting places and people. I like the challenge of it. The world is fascinating and terrifying, both. I like being an antenna vibrating with the intensity of the world. I’m introverted, I’m shy, but I just want to be in it and see what it’s like.”
Henderson’s book led her to learn more about her father, even after it was published. “It’s been people reaching out to me who knew my dad, who had a similar experience,” she says. “The people in the book have been amazingly kind. People have been lovely and thoughtful. I’m finding out more pieces about my dad.”
It’s also given her a family, including siblings from her father’s first marriage. They share rituals, inside jokes and cat videos, and celebrate Thanksgivings together.
As Henderson explains in her book, after her father’s death, “People… were cut out of my life with a surgical precision. In an attempt to hide my dad’s business from me, my mom exiled anyone who had anything to do with drug smuggling, and because my dad had recruited from their friends and family, that meant just about everyone we knew. She was protecting us, but she was also isolating us. Our life, which had once been so big, drew down to a very small circle.”
It took Henderson ten years to research and write No Ordinary Bird. The experience and its discoveries have changed her.
“In some ways, I think I was at the end of my youth,” she says. “My eyes have been opened to the strangeness of the world. Now I have this extended family. And now I know the truth of what has happened to my father.” •
Cby Jason MacNeil
ountry vocalist/songwriter Brennen Leigh was just a few weeks out of the womb when legendary country performer Ernest Tubb passed away September 6, 1984 in a Nashville hospital. Yet for the North Dakota-born Leigh, Tubb has made a lasting impression and remains a huge influence on her music, including the artist’s latest stellar studio album, Don’t You Ever Give Up On Love. It is an incredibly sweet ode to the Western swing/hillbilly jazz genre that Tubb would certainly tip his hat to.
“I think people have identified with it pretty strongly,” Leigh says. “We sort of felt like we chose the great Ernest Tubb as a kind of spirit guide for the album, so we were using his art as a true north for it. I felt like we stayed within those lines and used that to our advantage as much as possible.”
The result is a timeless, old-school country approach that sounds as if Leigh is at the Ryman Auditorium alongside Kitty Wells, Bob Wills, Hank Williams Sr. and other icons whose authenticity was as alluring as their well-crafted lyrical gems. From the toe-tapping, saloon piano tickling on the title track to the bouncy ‘Dumpster Diving,’ Leigh has crafted a short but stellar ten-track affair.
Leigh says the album looked to be in the can with ten songs selected as those that would make the final cut. But near the recording’s homestretch, a seed of creativity was planted between herself and another longtime songwriter.
“We had nine or ten songs that we had written down, as these are the ones we are recording,” she says. “Then, in the last few weeks of recording, I added four more. It was just serendipity. I had struck up a friendship with a writer named Alex Miller, and
we wrote three of the songs: ‘Alone In The Lone Star,’ ‘Texas Tumbleweed,’ and ‘Thank God You’re Gone.’ I can’t imagine the album without those songs. And then ‘Don’t You Ever Give Up On Love.’ I wouldn’t have written it if it weren’t for my co-writer, Elijah Ocean. In a way it came together kind of magically.”
Leigh says the title track she co-wrote with Ocean was a case of a few back-and-forths between the songwriters who hammered out the gem rather quickly.
“So Elijah Ocean and I are friends from Nashville,” she says. “He had written just a verse and thought of me, kind of wrote it with me in mind. He shared that verse with me, and it really resonated with me. So I wrote the second verse, and we called it a song. It was that simple. We recorded it over the phone.”
Another nugget is ‘Thank God You’re Gone.’ It’s a song Leigh says is her current personal favorite thanks to producer Kevin Skrla’s exceptional pedal steel wizardry, as well as performing lead guitar alongside Dave Biller. She says the track is a lot of fun to play live as they do it in a style resembling the likes of the late Leon Rhodes and Buddy Charlton with a guitar and pedal steel duet vibe. Both Rhodes and Charlton were integral musicians in Tubb’s Texas Troubadours group.
“I can’t remember exactly what inspired it, but I know I was sitting with Alex (Miller) in his kitchen and we had already written ‘Texas Tumbleweed,’” Leigh recalls. “We might have been just chatting, and somebody mentioned a joke that said, ‘Thank God you’re gone.’ We started riffing on it, and we wrote it in about 20 minutes. That one is heavily a nod to Ernest Tubb.”
“By the time I realized I could do something beside music, I was already pretty deep in it.”
She also says both she and Skrla spent a good amount of time discussing Tubb as they are both enormous fans. Leigh, who cites The Carter Family, Louvin Brothers, Hank Sr. and Sons of the Pioneers as some key musical influences, among others, says her attraction to Tubb’s music is easy to explain.
“To me, it just sounds like Texas,” she says. “Like if Texas had a voice, it would be Ernest Tubb. It’s so pure, so honest, and so much fun. Even the sad songs are fun. So I just like the spirit of his career and the legacy he’s left behind. His delivery, the way he delivered songs, and the way he used his band, kind of honoring them in every recording that they did.”
Don’t You Ever Give Up On Love is the latest in a handful of studio recordings and releases for Leigh. But it’s nothing new for the artist, who got her start at a very impressionable age and has written songs that have been covered by Rodney Crowell, Lee Ann Womack, and Charley Crockett, among others. In fact, she says she never saw any other career for herself since she started out so young.
“Well, depending on how you look at it, by the time I realized I could do something beside music, I was already pretty deep in it,” she says. “I was a kid when I started playing professionally. I never pursued anything else.”
As for her songwriting, she says she’s never been a fan of believing her
first draft of a song is the best version. The singer says if it feels complete, she steps away from it and gets the feedback of one or two fellow songwriters she trusts.
“One thing I’ve learned is falling in love with your own work too early is a mistake because you want it to be the best it can be,” she says. “So I take a while to finish them. The really truly easy ones can come in less than an hour. But it’s never too late to edit something.”
Leigh is also different than some other writers in the sense she doesn’t rock the boat in terms of seeking inspiration. She feels when the time is right, it will come to her, whether that’s weeks or months between a song’s seeds being sown.
“The longer you do it, and the longer you live as a songwriter, you kind of figure out what works for you,” she says. “In terms of inspiration, I’ve ceased to worry that I’m never going to write again for a while. I know in creativity we have seasons, and so sometimes you just don’t write one for a while and then you write six in a weekend. That’s just how it’s always been for me.”
Like nearly any other musician, Leigh found the pandemic difficult in some ways but in others a great way to reset and “feel like a regular person.” She also was part of a group called the Sequestered Songwriters who did weekly online concerts, becoming part of a community of musicians and writers who found themselves in the same unfortunate boat in terms of touring and livelihood. But she’s glad to have come out the other end. She says the album release shows for Don’t You Ever Give Up On Love were great as her band performed the effort front to back with some older signatures thrown in.
As for her biggest highlight in her rich career, Leigh says it’s the part of the job that musicians often have a hard time coping with. While some might loathe the idea of waking up in a new locale every day, Leigh’s adventurous, curious nature seems to make the hectic schedule and the road far more easier to swallow. And enjoy.
“Seeing different countries and meeting music fans from all over the world has been priceless,” she says. “I love the travel and just to hear somebody else’s perspective. To walk around in a new city or a new place, that’s been really meaningful for me.”
As for the Fort Myers area show, which is the opening night of the IMG Women of Americana tour, Leigh says the details are still being ironed out. But it will be a “revue of the best of Americana music since it started.” Songs by the likes of Lucinda Williams, John Prine, and Bob Dylan, among others, are tentatively scheduled to be included.
She says. “It’s going to be songs people recognize from artists they know. I’m not yet certain if it’s going to have original songs, I’ll push for that, but we don’t have a final setlist yet. But it will be fun, very fun. The band is all people that we personally chose. It’s going to be a good time.”
•
Brennen Leigh performs as part of the IMG Women of Americana Tour (A Celebration of American Music), February 20 at BIG ARTS on Sanibel.
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation 34725 W. Boundary Road Clewiston 877-902-1113 ahtahthiki.com
Daily 9am-5pm
The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum is the official museum of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The 6500 sq. ft. gallery showcases cultural and historical exhibits from the 1800s to today. A mile long boardwalk leads through a Cypress hammock to the living Seminole Village.
Alliance for the Arts
10091 McGregor Boulevard Fort Myers 239-939-2787 artinlee.org
Tue-SaT 9am-7pm & SaT 9am-1pm
Alliance for the Arts is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing creativity and artistic expression in our community. Offering a range of programs, including art classes, movie nights, youth camps, free galleries, family art projects, live theatre, monthly night markets, and concerts. Arts Bonita
239-495-8989 artcenterbonita.org
Performing Arts Center
10150 Bonita Beach Road SE Bonita Springs mon-SaT 9am-5pm
The Performing Arts Center is home to the 400-seat Hinman Auditorium and the 200seat Moe Auditorium & Film Center. At this diverse center, patrons can enjoy an ongoing array of live music, theatre, comedy, film, lectures, and youth & adult classes in art, music, theatre, and dance.
Visual Arts Center
26100 Old 41 Road • Bonita Springs mon-SaT 9am-5pm
The Visual Arts Center is comprised of multiple fine art galleries and fully equipped art studios, a gift store, and beautiful sculpture gardens. A variety of classes are offered at this center, including painting, drawing, pottery, and sculpture.
mon-Fri 9am-4pm • Sun 9am-1pm • 1 hour beFore ShowS
BIG ARTS’ vision and mission is to create great arts, entertainment and learning experiences that always inspire, enrich and delight through an array of quality arts and education programs, including lectures by world renowned experts, arts education workshops and classes, and dynamic professional visual and performing arts presentations.
Charlotte Players
Langdon Playhouse
1182 Market Circle • Port Charlotte 941-255-1022
charlotteplayers.org
box oFFice: mon-Fri 10am-4pm & SaT 10am-1pm
anD 1 hour beFore perFormanceS
Charlotte Players proudly celebrates its 65th Sapphire Anniversary this season. This beloved community theater presents a full theatrical season at the Langdon Playhouse in Murdock, along with an additional spring entertainment series at venues throughout Punta Gorda, Deep Creek, North Port, and Englewood. The organization is also widely recognized for its Kids Onstage program, serving young performers ages 6-18.
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
1380 Colonial Boulevard • Fort Myers 239-278-4422 broadwaypalm.com
box oFFice: Daily 9am-5pm shows: Tue-SaT 5:30pm Dinner & 7:30pm Show Sun 5:30pm Dinner & 7pm Show Tue-Sun maTineeS 11:30am lunch & 1pm Show
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is the premier destination for live entertainment in Fort Myers, showcasing a variety of productions that entertain and inspire audiences of all ages. With delicious dining options and a commitment to high-quality performances, Broadway Palm is dedicated to creating memorable experiences.
Circus Arts Conservatory
Sailor Circus Arena • 2075 Bahia Vista Street • Sarasota
Under the Big Top • 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle • Sarasota 941-355-9335 circusarts.org
oFFice: mon-Fri 9am-5pm
The Circus Arts Conservatory is a nonprofit organization that combines world-class professional circus performances by the Sarasota Circus; the nation’s longest-running youth circus training program, the Sailor Circus; and a groundbreaking arts-integrated education outreach program that educates, inspires, and enriches the lives of area youth throughout the community.
Collier County Museums colliermuseums.com
all muSeumS open Tue-SaT 9am-4pm
Collier Museum at Government Center
3331 Tamiami Trail • Naples 239-52-8476
Collier Museum at Government Center showcases the full panorama of Collier County’s history. Meet the people who shaped Collier County, from Calusa Indians to Spanish Conquistadors to brave pioneers. Explore unique artifacts on their 5-acre campus, like a steam engine, a swamp buggy, restored cottages, and more.
Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch
1215 Roberts Avenue W. • Immokalee 239-252-2611
Step back in time at the Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch and imagine what it was like to live and work on an early 1900s Southwest Florida pioneer homestead, including 15 carefully preserved original buildings and numerous exhibits.
Marco Island Historical Museum
180 S. Heathwood Drive • Marco Island 239-252-1440
Tour the Marco Island Historical Museum to discover the Calusa Indians, a vanished civilization whose cultural sophistication is on display in a recreated village scene. See many of the remarkable artifacts that have helped define the archaeological importance of Southwest Florida, including the renowned Key Marco Cat.
Museum of the Everglades
105 W. Broadway Avenue • Everglades City 239-252-5026
Visit Museum of the Everglades to learn about the growth of Everglades City and the entire Chokoloskee Bay region. Learn how this once remote trading town in ‘Florida’s Last Frontier’ played a critical role in the creation of the Tamiami Trail (today Highway 41), the first road across the Everglades.
Naples Depot Museum
1051 Fifth Avenue S. • Naples 239-252-8419
Transport yourself to the past at the Naples Depot Museum. Located inside a restored railway passenger station, you’ll learn how various means of transportation — including dugout canoes, mule wagons, swamp buggies, and most importantly, the railroad — helped turn this once sleepy village into today’s popular Gulf Coast resort town.
J. N. ‘Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge
1 Wildlife Drive • Sanibel 239-948-7825
dingdarlingsociety.org
SaT-Thu SunriSe-SunSeT
The Refuge protects vital mangrove habitat and offers exceptional wildlife viewing. Its Visitor & Education Center provides interactive exhibits, environmental education, and free public programs, while trails and waterways invite exploration of Sanibel Island’s rich coastal ecosystems and conservation mission.
Edison & Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor Boulevard • Fort Myers 239-334-7419
edisonford.org
Daily 9am-5:30pm
Visitors can step back in time and enjoy the historic homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, stroll through more than 20 acres of gardens with trees and plants from around the world, discover how rubber was made in the laboratory and learn about Edison’s 1,093 patents in the museum.
Florida Repertory Theatre
2268 Bay Street • Fort Myers 239-332-4488
floridarep.org
box oFFice: mon-Fri 10am-5pm • SaT & Sun 2 hourS beFore ShowS
Experience the magic of Broadway-quality, professional live theatre at Florida Rep in downtown Fort Myers. Discover a wide variety of stories brought to life on stage that lift your heart, provoke thought, immerse you in music, and make you laugh out loud. Enjoy affordable pricing and free parking.
Marco Island Center for the Arts marcoislandart.org
1010 Winterberry Drive • Marco Island 239-394-4221 mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Arts Center Theatre
Marco Town Center • 1089 N. Collier Blvd. • Marco Island 239-784-1186
open 30 min beFore each Show
Marco Island Center for the Arts brings a wide variety of arts to its community through art exhibitions, engaging educational programs for adults and children and a diverse assortment of events. The Arts Center Theatre offers both produced and presented theater productions as well as other live entertainment. The Art Center and its theater serve as professional and financial drivers for visual and performing artists and educators through exhibition, performance and teaching opportunities while being a catalyst that fuels economic development, an understanding of cultural diversity and community cohesion.
Gulf Coast
Symphony
gulfcoastsymphony.org
Gulf Coast Symphony is a non-profit performing arts organization encompassing the Gulf Coast Symphony, Gulf Coast Jazz Collective, Southwest Florida Theatre Company, and its Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers. The Symphony performs at both the Music & Arts Community Center and Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.
Music & Arts Community Center
13411 Shire Lane • Fort Myers 239-277-1700
macctickets.org
box oFFice: 1 hour beFore perFormanceS
Home to the Gulf Coast Symphony, Gulf Coast Jazz Collective, and Southwest Florida Theatre Company, presenting nearly 200 concerts, shows, touring productions, and guest performances every year. Located off Daniels Pkwy., on the campus of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fort Myers.
Gulfshore Playhouse
gulfshoreplayhouse.org mon-SaT 10am-5pm & Sun 12-5pm
Gulfshore Playhouse is committed to enriching the cultural landscape of the region by producing professional theatre to the highest artistic standards and providing unique educational opportunities to diverse groups of people. Their work is inspired by a belief in the magic of theatre to expand the imagination, challenge the senses, provoke discussion, and revitalize in the audience an understanding of our common humanity.
Hertz Arena
11000 Everblades Parkway • Estero 239-948-7825
hertzarena.com
In addition to hosting Florida Everblades hockey, Southwest Florida’s premier entertainment venue offers a variety of entertainment. Hertz Arena has hosted more than 300 different entertainment events, such as Cirque du Soleil, Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters, Impractical Jokers, Jeff Dunham, Jim Gaffigan, Kevin Hart, Stars on Ice, and WWE.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Downtown Sarasota campus: 1534 Mound St. • Sarasota
Historic Spanish Point campus: 401 N. Tamiami Trail • Osprey 941-366-5731
selby.org
Daily 10am-5pm
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens provides 45 acres of bayfront sanctuaries connecting people with air plants of the world, native nature, and our regional history. Selby Gardens is the only botanical garden in the world dedicated to the display and study of epiphytic orchids, bromeliads, gesneriads, and ferns.
Inspired by a local middle school class studying the Holocaust and its lessons, the Museum is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Recently expanded with new galleries, exhibitions and displays. Voted 2025 ‘Best Museum – Collier County’ in Gulfshore Life Readers’ Survey.
Mound House
451 Connecticut St. • Fort Myers Beach 239-765-0865
moundhouse.org
muSeum: weD-SaT 9am-4pm
GrounDS: Daily 7am-6pm
The Mound House is an historical house museum and cultural center built on top of a 2,000 year old Calusa shell mound. They offer guided kayak tours, guided group tours, and field trips. There is also a free public kayak launch and free fishing pier available for public use.
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
2805 Colonial Boulevard • Fort Myers 239-275-8487
semgulf.com
Train boarDS: weD-SaT 5:45pm & Sun 4:45pm
Enjoy a five course dinner, murder mystery play, and a real train ride for a 3.5 hour unique dining experience. Multiple entrée options, full bar in a fine dining atmosphere in vintage (but fully air conditioned) dining cars. All food prepared fresh daily. Secure online booking.
Paradise Coast Sports Complex
3940 City Gate Boulevard N. • Naples 239-252-4386
playparadisecoast.com
mon-Fri 9am-5pm & evenTS weekenDS
Paradise Coast Sports Complex is a state-of-the-art sports facility that features nine multi-use, professional-level synthetic turf fields, on-site recreation, and entertainment options. The 3,500seat championship stadium comes equipped with suites and party decks to accommodate any sized event. The complex also features The Cove Outdoor Bar and The Factory outdoor gym.
The Naples Players
701 5th Avenue S. • Naples 239-263-7990
naplesplayers.org
box oFFice: mon-SaT 10am-7pm
The Naples Players is your hometown theatre and cultural hub, building community through exceptional access to the power of theatre, and leading the shift in the national perception of how theatres can impact their communities.
Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens
5827 Riverside Drive • Punta Gorda 941-621-8299
peacerivergardens.org
ocT-may: Tue-Sun 9am-4pm Jun-Sep: Tue-Sun 9am-2pm
Peace River Botanical and Sculpture Gardens provides a natural setting along the Peace River showcasing world-class sculptures and spectacular botanicals to inspire creativity throughout the community. Daily admission and annual membership passes are available.
Rookery Bay
National Estuarine Research Reserve
Environmental Learning Center
300 Tower Road • Naples 239-530-5972
rookerybay.org
Tue-SaT 9am-4pm
Features aquariums, touch tanks with marine critters, natural history, environmental and wildlife exhibits, an art gallery, picnic area, guided walking trails, butterfly garden and a scenic overlook bridge. Special events and activities for all ages are held year-round including watercolor and photography classes, gallery nights, presentations about wildlife and conservation, birding field trips, a variety of guided walking, boat & kayak tours, marine science camps and more.
Sarasota Jazz Festival
March 9-14
Florida Studio Theatre • Sarasota Municipal Auditorium 941-260-9951
sarasotajazzfestival.com
The Sarasota Jazz Festival brings a week of world class music, stories, and pure Gulf Coast groove. This year’s headliners — Terell Stafford, John Pizzarelli, and Arturo Sandoval — light up the stages with brilliance and style. From big band energy to intimate club sets, the whole city becomes a jazz playground.
Sanibel Music Festival
Tuesdays & Saturdays in March
Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ 2050 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel 239-344-7025
sanibelmusicfestival.org
Annual classical music concerts of the highest standard featuring pre-eminent global artists such as David Finkle & Wu Han, Boston Trio, Calidore String Quartet, Jon Nakamatsu, Horszowski Trio, Isadore String Quartet, Opera Theater of Connecticut, Emerson String Quartet, New York Brass Arts Trio, Manhattan Chamber Players, Julliard String Quartet, Viano String Quartet, Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medalists, and others.
Sarasota Opera
61 N. Pineapple Avenue • Sarasota 941-328-1300
sarasotaopera.org
box oFFice: mon-SaT 10am-5pm
Based in Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast, Sarasota Opera is in its 67th season and celebrating 100 years of the Sarasota Opera House. Sarasota Opera produces impassioned opera performances true to the vision of the composer, to entertain, enrich, educate, and inspire a life-long love of opera in our diverse and growing communities.
Seminole Casino Hotel
506 S. 1st Street • Immokalee 239-658-1313
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open 24 hourS Daily
Seminole Casino Hotel is Southwest Florida’s premier gaming and entertainment destination. It’s Las Vegas Action in your own backyard featuring the newest slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, and sports betting. No last call at the Zig Zag lounge with nightly entertainment, headlining concerts, four restaurants and more.
Venice Art Center
390 Nokomis Avenue S. • Venice 941-485-7136
veniceartcenter.com
mon-Fri 9am-4pm & SaT 9am-12pm
Venice Art Center is an art and cultural destination, offering a strong sense of community, featuring venues for the display of art and culture, hosting concerts and events, as well as offering yearround classes, workshops, and demonstrations for adults and children. There are 12 unique and exciting exhibits annually with opening receptions.
TheatreZone
G&L Theatre
Community School of Naples 13275 Livingston Road • Naples 888-966-3352
theatre.zone
TheatreZone, Naples’ premier professional musical theatre, is celebrating its 21st season in 2026. Musical productions are staged in the charming 250-seat G&L Theatre conveniently located in midtown Naples. TheatreZone’s contract with the Actors’ Equity Association ensures access to the best actors, singers, dancers, musicians, and stage management professionals from throughout the country.
Visual Arts Center
210 Maud Street • Punta Gorda 941-639-8810
visualartcenter.org
mon-Thu 9am-9pm • Fri 9am-4pm • SaT 10am-4pm
The Visual Arts Center is a premier destination for creative expression, offering art classes for all skill levels. Its 12,000 sq ft facility includes three galleries featuring rotating exhibits, six classrooms, including a pottery studio, a glass studio, a jewelry studio, and a gift shop featuring members’ art work.
Grand Piano Series presents pianist Reed Tetzloff in concert, February 5 at Artis—Naples.
Feb
SUNDAY 1
•Art Walk: Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S Bay Dr, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. Free. 293-9448
•Blues Beatles: Blues tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Drag Queen Bingo: Snappers Comedy Club, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 479-5233.
•Family Fun Day: Family activities, music, food. Wonder Gardens, 27180 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 11a-3p. 992-2591.
•Florida Philharmonic: Playful Spirits concert. Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Rd, Punta Gorda. 3:30p. 941-529-6094.
•Moon Walk: Rookery Bay National Research Reserve boardwalk, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 3 hr walk. 5:30p. register. 530-5972.
•Naples Big Band: Concert Veterans Park, 901 Park Ave, Marco Island. 2-4p. Free. 777-0416.
•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free outdoor concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. 612-327-3835.
•Ronnie Baker Brooks: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Sarasota Fine Art & Craft Show: Outdoor art fair. Sarasota Art Museum 1001 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Free. 10a-54p. 941-7553088.
•Seminole Tribal Fair & Pow Wow: Celebration of Native culture & arts, wildlife shows, drumming competitions, dance performances. family event. Seminole Hard Rock Casino, 1 Seminole way, Hollywood. 9a-5p. Free. 866-625-5374.
•SWFL Concert Band: Concert. S Ft Myers High School, 14020
Plantation Rd, Ft Myers. 2p. Free. 666-5970.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Tatami screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 3p. 481-4449.
MONDAY 2
•Andrew Dice Clay: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.
•Creedence Revived: Tribute concert. Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•Indie Film Screening & Discussion: Hosted by Fort Myers Film Festival. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, film 7p, talk after film. 810-6323.
TUESDAY 3
•Andrew Dice Clay: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.
•FGCU Jazz Combo: Concert. Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 6:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Mrs Edison’s Hymn Sing: Community sing, fundraiser. First Presbyterian Church, 2438 Second St, Ft Myers. 1 & 4p. Free. 321-7524.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Paul Simon Songbook concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Songwriters at Showcase: Acoustic concert w TBA. The Collaboratory, 2031 Jackson St, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 463-4588.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: The Ring screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 4814449.
•Yakov Smirnoff: Comedy.
Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
WEDNESDAY 4
•Art Reception, Awards: Ft Myers Beach Art Assoc, 13451McGregor
Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 4633909.
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Bob Mintzer Jazz concert w Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
•Brown Campbell Blues Band: Concert. Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7p. 941485-7136.
•Go Wild for ‘Ding’ Into the Night: Fundraiser. Dinner, entertainment, auction. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. Sanibel. Benefits ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge. 5-8p. rsvp. 472-1100.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Paul Simon Songbook. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Nick Moss Band: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Tamaimi Tale Tellers: Storytelling showcase - Love Stories. Music Bldg, rm 203, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 745-4442.
THURSDAY 5
•Art Reception: Live music, wine, hors d’oevres. Coco Art Gallery, Coconut Mall, 8074 Mediterranean Dr, Estero. 5-7p. Free. 949-3073.
•Art Reception: Wine & cheese. Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral. 5-6:30p. Free. 772-5657.
•Big Cypress Indigenous Arts & Music Festival: John Anderson concert 6p, native food, wildlife demos, speakers, crafts, games Seminole Tribe of Florida. Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, 500 Rodeo Dr, Clewiston. 10-5p. Free. 863-902-1113.
•Danny Davis & The Nashville Brass: Country music concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Jason Carter & Bronwyn KeithHynes: Bluegrass concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Naples Motorsports Film Festival: Screening. Ferrari – Fury & the Monster. Screening. Paragon Pavilion Theater, 833 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples. 6:30p. 310367-7383.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Paul Simon Songbook. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Art Reception: DAAS Co-op Gallery, Alliance for the Arts campus, 10051 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5:30-9p. Free. 590-8645.
•Art Reception: Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-10p. Live music. Free. 333-1933.
•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at several galleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 313-5129.
•ArtFest Fort Myers Opening Night: Party, live music, food, drinks. Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe St., Edwards Dr & Hendry St, Ft Myers Riverfront. 6-9p. Gulf Coast Symphony pops concert 7-8p, Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, 1375 Monroe St. Free. 768-3602.
•Beach & Estuary Walk: Guided 1-hour walk. Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 9a. register. 463-4588.
•Big Cypress Indigenous Arts & Music Festival: Indigenous concert, 5:30p native food, wildlife demos, speakers, crafts, games Seminole Tribe of Florida. Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, 500 Rodeo Dr, Clewiston. 5:30p. Free. 863-902-1113.
•Comedy Zone: Comics Absar Siddiqui, Pete George. Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Improv Comedy Art Show: Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Naples Ikebana Int’l Show: Art of flower arrangement exhibition, demos, market. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-8p. 643-7275.
•Naples Motorsports Film Festival: Screenings. From Zero to a Hundred - 1p, Chasing Time - 4p, The Day the Park Tilted - 6:30p. Paragon Pavilion Theater, 833 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples. 310367-7383.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Paul Simon Songbook. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Opera to Broadway: Gulfshore Opera concert. United Church, 320 N Barfield Dr, Marco Island. 4p. 529-3925.
•Roller Derby Tryouts: Female roller derby. Ft Myers Skatium, 2250 Bwy, Ft Myers. 8-10p. Free. 482-7789.
•Sing Out! - SWFL Choral Festival Workshops: Water Music. Singers welcome. Sponsored by Choral Artistry. New Hope Church, 10051 Plantation Rd, Ft. Myers. 9:30a-5p. register. Free. 560-5695.
•SWFL Reading Festival - An Evening with the Authors: Fundraising dinner with authors, silent auction. Burroughs Home & Gardens, 2505 First St, Ft Myers. 5:30-8:30p. rsvp. 533-4832.
•Symphony on the Sound: Gulf Coast Symphony pops concert at ArtFest Fort Myers. 7-8p, Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, 1375 Monroe St. Free. 768-3602.
EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
What Goes On
FEBRUARY MARCH
What Goes On FEBRUARY-MARCH
•The Rat Pack: Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & Sammy Davis Jr tribute concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Venturino’s Comedy Club: Comedians. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 7:30p. 941255-1022.
•Viva Venice!: Venice Symphony Latin music concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Wayne Scott Brown: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Zoobilee - Feast with the Beast: Fundraiser. Food, live music, live animals. Naples Zoo, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples. 9a-5p. 262-5409.
SATURDAY 7
•A Centuy of Black History Commemorations: Annual Community Prayer Breakfast. Histed by Williams Academy Black History Museum. DoubleTree Hotel, Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 9:30a-12p. rsvp. 332-8778.
•Adam Carolla: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6, 8, 10p. 389-6901.
•Antique Car Show: Over 100 classic cars. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10a-2p. 334-7419.
•ArtFest Fort Myers: Outdoor art fair, entertainment, food, activities. 1375 Monroe St., Edwards Dr & Hendry St, Ft Myers Riverfront. 10a-5p. Free. Free trolleys from area parking lots. 768-3602.
•Big Cypress Indigenous Arts & Music Festival: Panel discussion w Graham Greene & Tantoo Cardinal, native food, wildlife demos, speakers, crafts, games Seminole Tribe of Florida. Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, 500 Rodeo Dr, Clewiston. 10a-5p. Free. 863902-1113.
•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.
•Enchantment Under the Sea: Benefit gala for BaileyMatthews Shell Museum & Aquarium. Cocktails, dinner, live music & dancing, auctions. Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 5p. rsvp. 395-2233.
•Feast for the Senses: Fine dining from 5 top local chefs & Hot Club SRQ gypsy-jazz concert. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 6-10p. rsvp. 939-2787.
•French Quarter Funk Fest: Free outdoor concert w Dirty Dozen Brass Band 7p, Soul Rebels 5:30p, Buckwheat Zydeco Jr 4p, Zach Person 2:30p. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. Food trucks, vendors. Free. 800-218-0007.
•Guided Forest Bathing: Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 2 hr walk. 9:30a. register. 530-5972.
•Key Chorale Concert: Mendelssohn’s Elijah. Church of Palms, 3224 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 4p. 941-552-8768.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Meet Clyde & Niki Butcher: Open house. Exhibit, presentation, book signing. Clyde Butcher’s Big Cypress Gallery, 52388 Tamiami Tr, MM 54, Ochopee. 10a-3p. Free. Free. 695-2428.
•Naples Ikebana Int’l Show: Art of flower arrangement exhibition, demos, market. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-5p. 643-7275.
•Naples Motorsports Film Festival: Screenings. Kombi Man - 12:30p, The First Lap - 3:30p, Le Mans - 6p. Paragon Pavilion Theater, 833 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples. 310-367-7383.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Paul Simon Songbook. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 2 & 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Shake Baby Shake: Retro Rock concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Sing Out Choral Festival: FGCU Choirs & Choral Artistry concert.
New Hope Presbyterian Church, 10051 Plantation Rd, Ft Myers. 7p. Free. 745-4268.
•Sing Out! - SWFL Choral Festival Free Concert Water Music. Singers welcome. Choral Artistry. New Hope Church, 10051 Plantation Rd, Ft. Myers. 4p. Free. 560-5695.
•Sing Out! - SWFL Choral Festival Workshop: Water Music. Singers welcome. Singers welcome. Sponsored by Choral Artistry. New Hope Church, 10051 Plantation Rd, Ft. Myers. 10a-12p. register. Free. 560-5695.
•Songs of Love: Gulfshore Opera concert. Innovation Hotel, 1290 Innovation Dr, Naples 7p. 5293925.
•The Orchid Ball - The Nature of Abstraction: Fundraiser & reception Alexander Calder - The Nature of Movement exhibition reception, dinner, dancing. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534
Mound St, Sarasota. 6p. rsvp. 941366-5731.
•US Karaoke Assoc State Championships: Concert. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 7:30p. 941-255-1022.
•Viva Venice! Venice Symphony Latin music concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 3:30 & 7:30p. 941-2180658.
SUNDAY 8
•Americana Music Concert: Roy Bookbinder, Bob Patetta opens. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3p. 939-2787.
•ArtFest Fort Myers: Outdoor art fair, entertainment, food, activities. 1375 Monroe St., Edwards Dr & Hendry St, Ft Myers Riverfront. 10a-4p. Free. Free trolleys from area parking lots. 768-3602.
•Baron & Navarro Piano Duo: Classical music concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3p. 745-4268.
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.
•Gallery Talk: Ft Myers Beach Art Assoc, 13451McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3-5p. Free. 463-3909.
•Naples Ikebana Int’l Show: Art of flower arrangement exhibition, demos, market. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-5p. 643-7275.
•Naples Philharmonic: Farrenc & Beethoven. Philharmonic members chamber music concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
MONDAY 9
•Author Lecture & Lunch: Tara September. Davis Art Center, 2301
1st St, Ft Myers. 12p. 333-1933.
•Isidore String Quartet: Classical concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Naples Big Band: Concert. Cambier Park, 755 Park St S, Naples. 7-9p. Free. 777-0416.
•FGCU Storytelling: Sheila Arnold - Roots of Compassion & Kindness. Music Bldg, rm 203, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 745-4442.
•G. Love & Special Sauce: Americana concert. Point Ybel Brewing, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 603-6535.
•Julie Carver: Cabaret. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700.
•National Art Exhibition Workshop: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 9a-3:30p. 941-639-8810.
•Orchid Tour: Guided tour. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 1:30p. register. 334-7419.
•Songwriters Showcase: Acoustic concert w Mike McMillan, Bon Mokadam, Carlene Thissen. Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd, Estero. 7p. 463-4588.
•Style & Song Luncheon: Gulfshore Opera concert & fashion show. Grey Oaks Country Club, 2400 Great Oaks Dr N, Naples. 12p. 529-3925.
•Taste of Opera: Gulfshore Opera concert. Isles Yacht Club, 1780 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 6p. 529-3925.
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band perform at the French Quarter Funk Fest, February 7 at the Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee.
WEDNESDAY 11
•A Taste of Ireland: Music & dance concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Choir of Man: Concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941-953-3368.
•FGCU Storytelling: Sheila Arnold
- Stories of the Underground Railroad. Music Bldg, rm 203, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 745-4442.
•Florida Everblades vs Maine Mariners: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•G. Love & Special Sauce: Americana concert. Point Ybel Brewing, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 603-6535.
•Jonathan Godfrey: Free guitar concert. St Andrew Church, 6908 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota. 2p. reserve. 941-966-6161.
•Lunch & Learn Lecture: Living with Black Bears. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 12p. 5305940.
•National Art Exhibition Workshop: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 9a-3:30p. 941-639-8810.
•Sierra Club Calusa Group Meeting: Tice Fire Station, 9351 Workmen Way, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 218-1354.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Once Upon My Mother, The Last Jews of Guantanamo screenings. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 481-4449.
•Thomas Edison’s Birthday Celebration: Live music, car show, food trucks, tours. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 9a-2p. 334-7419.
THURSDAY
•Art Reception: Live music, wine, hors d’oevres. Coco Art Gallery, Coastland Center, 1924 Tamiami Tr S, Naples. Wed-Sun 5-7p. Free. 436-3530.
•Brothers Again: Allman Brothers tribute band. Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 2p. 941-488-1115.
•Evening on Fifth: Live music, dancing, art demos & exhibits, dining, shopping along 5th Ave S, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free. 6928436.
•FGCU Symphonic Band: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Inventors Fair: Edison Festival of Light event. SWFL students
What Goes On FEBRUARY-MARCH
projects. Alico Arena, FGCU, 12181 FGCU Lake Pkwy E, Ft Myers. 6:30p. Free. 321-7524.
•Jazz Thursday: Allison Nash 7 Friends, cocktails. Sarasota Art Museum, Ringling College, 1001 S Tamiami T, Sarasota. 5:30-8p. 941-309-4300.
•Key Marco Cat Celebration: Farewell to Key Marco Cat, speakers. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 4-5:30p. Free. 642-1440.
•Leslie Cartaya: Cuban singer. Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30p. 642-7270.
•National Art Exhibition Workshop: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 9a-3:30p. 941-639-8810.
•Science & Engineering Fair: Edison Festival of Light event. SWFL students projects. Alico Arena, FGCU, 12181 FGCU Lake Pkwy E, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 321-7524.
•Zach Bartholomew: Jazz & Film. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
FRIDAY 13
•Art Reception: Cape Coral Art Center, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 5-7p. Free. 574-0802.
•Crystal Stark’s Tribute to Whitney: Concert. Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•Florida Everblades vs Maine Mariners: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Gipsy Kings: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•KC & The Sunshine Band: Outdoor concert. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
•Memphis Lightning: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•National Art Exhibition Lunch: With Judge, Teresa Kirk. Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 11:30a. 941-639-8810.
•National Art Exhibition Opens: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. Free. 941-639-8810.
•Reverend Raven & The Chain
Smokin’ Alter Boys: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Shell Walk: Guided 1.5-hour walk. Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 10a. register. 463-4588.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Matchmaking 2 screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 3p. 481-4449.
•The Good Doctor: Theater. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 590-7268.
•Vocies of Triumph: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars Opera Naples Chorus & Resident Artists concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7:30p. 9639050.
SATURDAY 14
•Bachata Beach Bash: Sudamerica Latin Groove band. The Cove,
Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9p. Free. 252-4386.
•Backyard Bluesfest: Chris O’Leary Band, Tommy Lee Cook & Bruce Katz. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-8p. 693-7111.
•Classic Car Fest: Live music, food trucks, kids activities, museum tours. Cape Coral Museum of History fundraiser. Cultural Park, behind Cape Coral Historical Museum, 544 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 10a-1p. Free. 772-7037.
•Dallas String Quartet: Pop concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Florida Everblades vs Maine Mariners: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•History & Heritage Days & Everglades Seafood Festival: Celebrating region’s history & seafood. Museum of the Everglades, 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. 9a-4p. Free. 695-0008.
•Jimmy Mazz - Silly Love Songs: Concert Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 2p. 941-475-6756.
•Love Letters to the Key Marco Cat: Family event. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 4-5:30p. free. 642-1440.
•Mark Riccadonna: Comedy. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Mutt Strutt: Dog costume parade, races. Centennial Park & Hendry St, Ft Myers. 11a-3p. Free. 321-7524.
•Open Artist Studios: Dozen artist studios. SRQ East Art Studios, 8326 Consumer Ct, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-363-1724.
•Rupet Watts: Americana concert, David Bavaria opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Seal & Crofts 2: Tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•STEMtastic Day of Discovery: Edison Festival of Light event. Science exhibits for kids. Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe St, Ft Myers. 10a-2p. Free. 321-7524.
•The Good Doctor: Theater. FGCU
TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 590-7268.
•Trumpet, Violin & Piano Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3p. 745-4268.
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Edison Festival of Light Junior Coronation & Awards: Following Junior Parade. Davis Art Center, 2301 First St, Ft Myers. 3:30p. Free. 321-7524.
•Edison Festival of Light Junior Fun Run: Starts First St, downtown Ft Myers. 12p start. Free. 321-7524.
•Edison Festival of Light Junior Parade: Floats, marching bands, dancers, clowns, street performers, etc. Ft Myers High School to downtown Ft Myers Historic River District. 1:30-3:30p. Free. 321-7524.
•Free Family Fun Day: Retro games, toys, comics, vinyl, model kits, sports collectibles. Hilton DoubleTree Hotel, Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 10a-5p.
•Garden Festival: Family festival, entertainment, food, kids crafts, petting zoo. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 9a-4p. Free. 334-7419.
•History & Heritage Days & Everglades Seafood Festival: Celebrating region’s history & seafood. Museum of the Everglades, 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. 9a-2p. Free. 695-0008.
•Hotel California: Eagles tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 3 & 8p. 495-8989.
•Lee County Community Band: Mariner High School, 701 Chiquita Blvd N, Cape Coral. 3p. Free. 6009052.
•Naples Concert Band: Free concert - Rhapsody in Blue. Aubrey Rogers High School, 15100 Patriot Pl, Naples. 2-4p. 270-1221.
The American Community Music Association presents Dan Navarro, February 19 during Songwriters Under the Stars at the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium in Fort Myers.
•Salut D’amour: Venice Symphony Violin, Flute & Harp Trio concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-2180658.
•The Good Doctor: Theater. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 2p. 590-7268.
•Tony Bennett Celebration: Gulf Coast Symphony concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700.
MONDAY 16
•Guided Birding Walk - Spring Migration: 3-hour walk. CREW Bird Rookery Swamp Trails, 1295 Shady Hollow Blvd W Rd, Naples. 8a. register. 657-2253.
•Philadelphia Orchestra: Concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-966-6161.
•Rick Howard - Mardi Gras Celebration: Blues & zydeco concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Never Alone, Ice Cream Man screenings. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 481-4449.
WEDNESDAY 18
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•FGCU Storytelling: Josh Goforth
- Music & Stories from Hills & Hollers. Music Bldg, rm 203, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 745-4442.
•Bash for the Bay: Cocktails, dinner, dancingmauction, dinner, dancing, fundraiser for Rookery Bay National Research Reserve. Naples Lakes Country Club, 4784 Naples Lakes Blvd, Naples. 6-10p. rsvp. 530-5977.
•Brighton Field Day Festival - Kid’s Day: Seminole Tribe of Florida. Cultural village, American Indian arts & crafts, native dancers & music, Seminole food, alligator wrestling, rodeo, carnival rides, concerts. Fred Smith Rodeo Arena, 17400 Sports Complex Rd NE, Okeechobee. 9a-9p, rodeo 7p. Free for schools. 863-763-3572.
•Duke Tumatoe: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•FGCU Jazz Ensemble: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Glen Roth: Acoustic guitar concert. Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30p. 642-7270.
•Jazz at the MACC: The Jazz Collective - Jazz Trio tribute to Basie & Ellington concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700. •Lecture & Book Signing: Author Ron Magil. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.
•Lecture: Defending the Sacred. Museum of the Everglades, 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. 2p. Free. 695-0008.
•Mark Sanders - The Music of Barry Manilow: Cabaret. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Outdoor Movies: On great lawn. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 7p. Free. 252-4386.
•Reception: SWFL Horse Rescue benefit. Sea Grape Gallery, 113 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 5-7p. Free. 941-575-1718.
•Samara Joy: Jazz concert. Artis-
What Goes On FEBRUARY-MARCH
Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Sanibel Captiva Art League Meeting: Guest speaker Douglas David. Sanibel Library, 770 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 10a-1p. Free. 322-8593.
•Songwriters Under the Stars: Acoustic concert w Dan Navarro, Kevin John Allen opens. Calusa Nature Center Planetarium, 3487 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers., 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Sunset Concert: Morgan Bassichis - The Highs & Lows of Going Solo. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Historic Spanish Point, 337 N Tamiami Tr Osprey. 5:30p. 941366-5731.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Air War screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 4814449.
•The Feud - Tribute to Sinatra & Roselli, Two Guys from Hoboken: Concert. Presented by TheatreZone. G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 7:30p. 888-966-3352.
•The Modern Gentlemen: Pop concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Toasts to Opera: Friends of Opera Naples lecture. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 4p. register. 963-9050.
•Violins on the Veranda: Concert. Florida Trust Wealth Mgmt, 2450 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 5p. 344-7025.
FRIDAY 20
•Boston Red Sox vs Northeastern Huskies: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Branford Marsalis Quartet: Jazz concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Brighton Field Day Festival: Seminole Tribe of Florida. Cultural village, American Indian arts & crafts, native dancers & music, Seminole food, alligator wrestling, rodeo, carnival rides, concerts. Fred Smith Rodeo Arena, 17400 Sports Complex Rd NE, Okeechobee. 9a9p, rodeo 7p. ‘Kid’s Day: Free for schools. 863-763-3572.
•Comedy Zone: Comics Bill Ohse, Helen Keaney. Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Danny Sinoff & Friends: Jazz concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Florida Everblades vs Jacksonville IceMen: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Maddie & Tae: Country music concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•Minnesota Twins vs Minnesota Golden Gophers: Spring training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.
•Murder at the OK Corral: GibsonHouse Mystery Performers, Interactive mystery dinner theatre. Wisteria Tea Room, 2512 Second St, Ft Myers. 6p. 867-6098.
•Music Walk: Live music & dancing at several cafes, clubs & galleries. Downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 313-5129.
•Naples National Art Fair: 5th Ave S & Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 262-6517.
•Naples Orchid Society Show & Sale: Exhibit, demos. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-8p. 643-7275.
•Robert Jon & The Wreck: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•The Good Doctor: Theater. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 590-7268.
•Top of the World: Debbie Taylor’s Carpenters Tribute concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
•Trombone Shorty: Jazz concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Women of Americana: Cristina Vane & Brennen Leigh concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
SATURDAY 21
•Backyard Bluesfest: Albert Castiglia, Tommy Lee Cooks. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-7p. 693-7111.
•Brighton Field Day Festival: Seminole Tribe of Florida. Cultural village, American Indian arts & crafts, native dancers & music, Seminole food, alligator wrestling, rodeo, carnival rides, Tucker Wetmore concert, Dasha opens. Fred Smith Rodeo Arena, 17400 Sports Complex Rd NE, Okeechobee. 9a-9p, rodeo 7p. Free for schools. 863-763-3572.
•Crafts on the River: Edison Festival of Light event. Along Edwards Dr, downtown Ft Myers. 10a-5p. Free. 321-7524.
•David Foster & Katherine McPhee: Pop music concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Edison Festival of Light 5K Run: Starts First St, downtown Ft MyersEdwards Dr, US 41. 5:15p start. Free. 321-7524.
•Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade: Floats, marching bands, dancers, clowns, street performers, etc. Ft Myers High School to downtown Ft Myers Historic River District. 7-10p. Free. 321-7524.
•Edison Festival of Light Party: Activities, games, food, drinks. 1811 Royal Palm Ave, downtown Ft Myers. 7-10p. Free. 321-7524.
•Family Day: Love Your Pet. Activities for ages 5-12. Naples Depot Museum: 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. 11a-2p. Free. 262-6525.
•Fine Art Show & Sale: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 9a-4p. Free. 941-4857136.
•Florida Everblades vs Jacksonville IceMen: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Free Outdoor Movie: National Treasure. Mound House, 451 Connecticut St, Ft Myers Beach. 6p. 765-0865.
•Gulf Coast Symphony: A Composer’s Travelogue concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 2 & 7:30p. 277-1700.
•Gulf Coast Writers Association Meeting: Guest speaker - Carol Abrahamson. St Hilary’s Episcopal Church, Browning Hall, 5011 McGregor Bvld, Ft Myers. 10a-12p. Free. gulfcoastwriters.org.
•Joey & Maria’s Comedy Italian Wedding: Englewood Elks Lodge,
Florida Repertory Theatre presents comedienne Helen Keaney, February 20 in Bunch Performance Hall in Fort Myers’ Historic River District.
401 Indiana Ave, Englewood. 6p. 941-255-1022.
•Lecture: Ellen Lupton, author of Design is Storytelling. Discussion, book signing. Sarasota Art Museum, Ringling College, 1001 S Tamiami T, Sarasota. 1p. 941309-4300.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Spring training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Naples Community Orchestra: Opera a la carte concert. Moorings Presbyterian Church, 791 Harbour Dr, Naples. 3p. 676-0077.
•Naples National Art Fair: 5th Ave S & Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 262-6517.
•Naples Orchid Society Show & Sale: Exhibit, demos. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-5p. 643-7275.
•Orchid Tour: Guided tour. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10a. register. 334-7419.
•Scalia/Ginsburg: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7p. 963-9050.
•Boston Red Sox vs Toronto Blue Jays: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Brighton Field Day Festival
- Kid’s Day: Seminole Tribe of Florida. Cultural village, American Indian arts & crafts, native dancers & music, Seminole food, alligator wrestling, rodeo, carnival rides, concerts. Fred Smith Rodeo Arena, 17400 Sports Complex Rd NE, Okeechobee. 9a-9p, rodeo 7p. Free for schools. 863-763-3572.
•Classic Car Show: Edison Festival of Light event. Along Edwards Dr, downtown Ft Myers. 10a-3p. Free. 321-7524.
•Crafts on the River: Edison Festival of Light event. Along Edwards Dr, downtown Ft Myers. 10a-5p. Free. 321-7524.
•Fine Art Show & Sale: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 9a-4p. Free. 941-485-7136.
•Muriel Anderson: Americana concert, Bill Metts opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•NAACP Black History Celebration: Speakers, refreshment. Naples Depot Museum: 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. 2-5p. Free. 262-6525.
•Naples National Art Fair: 5th Ave S & Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 262-6517.
•Naples Orchid Society Show & Sale: Exhibit, demos. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-5p. 643-7275.
•Naples Philharmonic: Kwon Plays Brahmns. Philharmonic members music concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•Scalia/Ginsburg: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 2p. 963-9050.
•The Big Sing: Venice Chorale concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave, Venice. 7p. 941-218-3779.
•The Good Doctor: Theater. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 2p. 590-7268.
MONDAY 23
•Choral Artists of Sarasota: Concert - The Measure of All Faith. Church of Redeemer, 222 S Palm Ave, Sarasota. 7p. 941-387-4900.
•ensembleNewSRQ: Retrospektiv. Classical music percussion concert. First Congregational Church, 1031
•Piano Men Generations: Billy Joel & Elton John tribute concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Lunch 11:30a, show 1p & dinner 5:30p, show 7:30p. 278-4422.
TUESDAY 24
•Boston Red Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Danish String Quartet: Concert. Riverview Performing Arts Center, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941966-6161.
•Il Divo by Candleight: Concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941-953-3368.
•Miami City Ballet: Dance performance w Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles: Spring training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Piano Men Generations: Billy Joel & Elton John tribute concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Lunch 11:30a, show 1p & dinner 5:30p, show 7:30p. 278-4422.
•Three Italian Tenors: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 693-4849.
WEDNESDAY
•American Virtuosi: Chamber music concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Art After Hours: Live music, food & drinks. Baker Museum, ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6-9p. Free. 597-1900.
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Clarksdale Blues: Anthony ‘Big A’ Sherrod concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
•FGCU Students Compositions Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Spring training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Neil Berg’s 116 Years of Broadway: Concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941953-3368.
•Piano Talks: The British Invasion. Cabaret w Jodie DeSalvo. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Soul Cruisers: Soul music tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 4958989.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Opening day. Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, rides & games, vendors. Chasing Denver concert 6-9p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 4-11p. 533-7275.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Welcome to Yiddishland, Jews in Music s. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 481-4449.
•Yaya Diamond & Dream Chasers: Concert. Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7p. 941485-7136.
FRIDAY 27
•A Brother’s Revival: Allman Brothers tribute band. Arts
Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•American Virtuosi Gale: Fundraiser cocktails, concert, dinner. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 5p, concert 5:30, dinner 7p. 333-1933.
•Lights, Camera, Music Venice Symphony concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Minnesota Twins vs NY Yankees: Spring training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Naples Big Band: Concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 101550 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
Lovers Key State Park Discovery Center, 8700 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 10a. Free, register. 463-4588.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, rides & games, vendors. Matt & Zack concert 7-10p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 4p-12a. 533-7275.
•Takacs Quartet: Chamber concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•The Righteous Brothers: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
SATURDAY 28
•Anthony Gomes: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Backyard Bluesfest: RB Stone, Tommy Lee Cooks & Billy the Kid. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-7p. 693-7111.
•Beach Cleanup: With park ranger. Lovers Key State Park Discovery Center, 8700 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 10a. Free, register. 463-4588.
•Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Don Quixote: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert w Gulfshore Ballet. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 6:30p. 963-9050.
•Fine Arts & Crafts Show: Naples Artcrafters. Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples. 10a-4p. Free. 304-5258.
•I Am, He Said: Neil Diamond band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Lights, Camera, Music: Venice Symphony concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Moors & McCumber: Americana concert, Bruce Gallant opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Music in the Garden: Kelly & Mason Band. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 12-2p. 643-7275.
•Night Fever: Annual gala fundraiser for Marco Island Center for the Arts. Dinner, dancing, live music, auctions. Island Country Club, 500 Nassau Rd, Marco Island. 5p. rsvp.394-4221.
•Stomp: Dance concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, rides & games, vendors. Nostaljah concert 3-6p, Back Country Boys concert 7-10p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 4p-12a. 533-7275.
Mar
SUNDAY 1
•An Evening with Phil Rosenthal: Coemdy. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 6937111.
•Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Eric Gales: Blues concert.
Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
•Florida Philharmonic: Mahler’s Symphony No 4 concert. Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Rd, Punta Gorda. 3:30p. 941-529-6094.
•Il Divo: Pop opera concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Minnesota Twins vs Atlanta Braves: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Naples Big Band: Concert Veterans Park, 901 Park Ave, Marco Island. 2-4p. Free. 777-0416.
•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free outdoor concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. 612-327-3835.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, livestock shows, rodeo, rides & games, vendors. Flora Top Hits Band concert 2-5p, Joe Yeoman Band concert 7-10p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 11a-12a. 533-7275.
•SWFL Anime-Fest: Entertainment, vendors, cosplay contest, celebrities, video game tournament. Hilton DoubleTree, Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers.10a-5p. Kids free. 949-4222.
•SWFL Concert Band: Concert. S Ft Myers High School, 14020 Plantation Rd, Ft Myers. 2p. Free. 666-5970.
•Taste of the Islands: Food fest, entertainment, fundraiser. Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 11a-4p. 472-3644.
MONDAY 2
•Capitol Fools: Music & comedy. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-4881115.
•Indie Film Screening & Discussion: Hosted by Fort Myers Film Festival. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, film 7p, talk after film. 810-6323.
•Key Chorale Student Concert: Tomorrow’s Voices Tonight. Westcoast Black Theatre, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota. 5:30p. 941552-8768.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, livestock shows, rodeo, rides & games, vendors. Deb & the Dynamics concert 6-9p. Collier
County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 11a-10p. 533-7275.
•Barcelona Flamenco BalletCarmen: Dance concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Boston Red Sox vs Puerto Rico: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 6p. 888-733-7696.
•Family & Community Day: Kidsthemed opera concerts, activities, exhibits, etc. Baker Park, 50 Riverside Cir, Naples. 11a-2p. Free. 963-9050.
•Limon Dance Company: Dance performance w Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Minnesota Twins vs Tampa Bay Rays: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Naples Philharmonic: Haydn & Beethoven. Philharmonic members chamber music concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
6-9p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 4-10p. 533-7275.
WEDNESDAY 4
•25th Anniversary Triumph Dinner: Fundraiser for Holocaust Museum. Dinner & award ceremony. Arthrex One Conference Center, 1360 Creekside Blvd, Naples. 5:30p. rsvp. 263-9200.
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Boston Red Sox vs NY Yankees: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Florida Everblades vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Minnesota Twins vs Puerto Rico: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Pink Martini: Pop concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Magic Under the Mangroves: Conservancy of SWFL gala fundraiser. Ritz-Carlton Tiburon, 2600 Tiburon Dr, Naples. 5:30p. rsvp. 262-0304.
•Masquerade: Fundraising gala. Gulfshore Opera concert. ArtisNaples, 58333 Pelican Bay Blvd. Naples. 6:30p. rsvp. 529-3925.
•Neil Diamond Legacy Concert: Jay White. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Sanibel Shell Show: Competitive shell show fundraiser, exhibits, shell art, shell jewelry, craft demos, shell sale, food. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7:30p. 418-1500. 9a-5p. sanibelshellclub.com.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, livestock shows, rodeo, rides & games, vendors. Hairdaze - Amazing 80s Rock Show concert 6-9p. County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 4-11p. 533-7275.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Pink Lady screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 3p. 481-4449.
•Toasts to Opera: Friends of Opera Naples lecture. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 4p. register. 963-9050.
•Yakov Smirnoff: Snappers Comedy Club, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.
FRIDAY 6
•Art Reception: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 939-2787.
•Art Reception: Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-9p. Free. 337-5050.
•Art Reception: DAAS Co-op Gallery Alliance for the Arts campus, 10051 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5:30-9p. Free. 590-8645.
•Art Reception: Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-10p. Live music. Free. 333-1933.
•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at several galleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 11a-4p. Free. 313-5129.
•Florida Everblades vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Minnesota Twins vs Atlanta Braves: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6p. 800338-9467.
•National Art Exhibition Lunch: With Rosalie Mack. Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 12p. 941-639-8810.
•One Vision of Queen: CMarc Martel concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Sanibel Shell Show: Competitive shell show fundraiser, exhibits, shell art, shell jewelry, craft demos, shell sale, food. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7:30p. 418-1500. 9a-4p. sanibelshellclub.com.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, livestock shows, rodeo, rides & games, vendors. Soapy Tuna concert 7-10p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 4-10p. 533-7275.
•The Nighthawks: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•The Travelin’ McCourys: Bluegrass concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Via Nova Chorale: The Music of Joy. First Presbyterian Church, 2050 Oak St, Sarasota. 7p. 941263-2086.
•Art Bazaar: Art exhibition & sale fundraiser for Ft Myers Beach Art Assoc. Santini Plaza, 7205 Estero Bkvd, Ft Myers Beach. 9a-3p. Free. 463-3909.
•Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Cirque du Cmon: Night at the Museum fundraising gala. Children’s Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Rd, Naples. 5:30p. rsvp. 514-0084.
•FC Naples vs Fort Wayne FC: USL soccer. Paradise Coast Sports
Complex. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 7p. 933-5335.
•Fine Arts & Crafts Show: Naples Artcrafters. Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples. 10a-4p. Free. 304-5258.
•Florida Everblades vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Concert: Concert w Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Guided Forest Bathing: Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 2 hr walk. 9:30a. register. 530-5972.
•Lecture: Laurence Leamer, author of Warhol’’s Muses. Discussion, book signing. Sarasota Art Museum, Ringling College, 1001 S Tamiami T, Sarasota. 1p. 941309-4300.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Paul Anka: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Readers Theatre: The Roommate. One-act play reading. Glass Theatre, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 7:30p. 263-7990.
•Ruth Wyland: Americana concert, Bill Veach opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Sanibel Shell Show: Competitive shell show fundraiser, exhibits, shell art, shell jewelry, craft demos, shell sale, food. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7:30p. 418-1500. 9a-4p. sanibelshellclub.com.
•Sanibel Music Festival - Calidore String Quartet: Classical music iano concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7:30p. 344-7025.
•Stars & Standards - An American Songbook Celebration: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. Wang Opera Center,
2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7p. 963-9050.
•Sue Foley: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, livestock shows, rodeo, rides & games, vendors. Pure Country concert 7-10p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 11a-12a. 533-7275.
•SWFL Reading Festival: Dozens of authors, readings, book signings, exhibits, activities, entertainment. Outdoors at Fort Myers Library, 2450 1st St, Ft Myers. 10a-4p. Free. 533-4832.
•The Doo Wop Project: BIG ARTS benefit concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 6p. 395-0900.
SUNDAY 8
•Americana Music Concert: Kray Van Kirk, Frank Corso opens. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3p. 939-2787.
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Changes - The Music of David Bowie: Gulf Coast Symphony concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700.
•Christopher Cross: Rock concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Mia Vassilev: Pop concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
•Minnesota Twins vs Philadelphia Phillies: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Naples Big Band: Concert Cambier Park, 755 Park St S, Naples. 2-4p. Free. 777-0416.
•Naples Philharmonic: Haydn & Beethoven. Philharmonic members chamber music concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•SWFL Ag Expo: Live entertainment, demos, exhibits, petting zoo, livestock shows,
rodeo, rides & games, vendors. Livestock auction 7-11p. Heat (Latin jazz band) concert 2-5p, Orquesta Tropical Sound concert 6-9p. Collier County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 11a-12a. 533-7275.
•Voices of Naples: Singing for Scholarships concert. First Presbyterian Church, 250 6th St S, Naples. 4p. 455-2582.
MONDAY 9
•Alex Shillo & Badlands: Bruce Springsteen tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Author Lecture & Lunch: James Grippando. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 12p. 333-1933.
•Boston Red Sox vs Philadelphia Philiies: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Family Night Tour: 2-hour guided boardwalk tour. Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 7:30p. register. 348-9151.
•Rhinestone Cowgirls: Country concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Sarasota Jazz Festival - Danny Sinoff: Jazz Cabaret. Court Cabaret, Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N Palm Ave, Sarasota. VIP reception 5-6p, dinner 6:30p, concert 7:30p.941-366-1552.
•Tribute to Toby Keith: Concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Lunch 11:30a, show 1p & dinner 5:30p, show 7:30p. 278-4422.
TUESDAY 10
•A Celtic Fantasy: Astralis Chamber Ensemble concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700.
•Alexander Malofeev: Piano concert. Riverview Performing Arts Center, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-966-6161.
•Art Reception: Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30-7p. Free. 394-4221.
The Jazz Collective perfroms jazz classics at the Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers on March 12
What Goes On FEBRUARY-MARCH
•Art Reception: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 5-7p. Free. 941-485-7136.
•Boston Red Sox vs Detroit Tigers: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Get the Led Out: Led Zeppelin tribute band. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941953-3368.
•Moonlight & Melodies – An Evening with Puccini in Paris: Fine dining & live music. Sarasota Opera. Sarasota Opera House. 61 Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 6:30p. rsvp. 941-328-1300.
•Sanibel Music Festival - Viano String Quartet: Classical music concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7:30p. 344-7025.
•Sarasota Jazz Festival Jazz Trolley & Pub Crawl: 12 bands in 12 venues in downtown Sarasota. Trolleys depart 5:30p from Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall parking lot, 777 N Tamiami
•Songwriters Showcase: Acoustic concert w Bob Williams, Ray Boone, J. Michael. Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd, Estero. 7p. 463-4588.
•Tribute to Toby Keith: Concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Lunch 11:30a, show 1p & dinner 5:30p, show 7:30p. 278-4422.
•Wishbone Ash: Rock concert.
Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
WEDNESDAY 11
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Celtic Angels Band: Celtic music concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Changes in Latitude: Jimmy Buffet tribute concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Creativity in Action: Art demo. Tower Gallery, 751 Tarpon Bay Rd. 11a-2p. Free. 579-0659.
•Minnesota Twins vs Detroit Tigers: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
w Troupe Vertigo. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Rhythm & Blooms: FGCU Jazz Combo w Barbara King jazz concert. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 5:307:30p. 643-7275.
•Sarasota Jazz Festival - Terell Stafford Quintet: Florida All State High School Jazz Band opens. Main Stage, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941-366-1552.
•Sierra Club Calusa Group Meeting: Tice Fire Station, 9351 Workmen Way, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 218-1354.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Marathon Mom screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 3p. 481-4449.
•Turandot: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. Baker Park, 50 Riverside Cir, Naples. 7p. 963-9050.
THURSDAY 12
•Alexander Malofeev: Piano concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Alexandra Dovgan: Grand Piano Series concert. Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 469-333-3231.
•Evening on Fifth: Live music, dancing, art demos & exhibits, dining, shopping along 5th Ave S, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free. 6928436.
•Fernando Ferarone: Jazz concert. Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30p. 642-7270.
•FGCU Wind Chamber Choirs: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Jared & The Vagabonds: Pop concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell
Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Jazz at the MACC: The Jazz Collective - Jazz Classics concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7p. 2771700.
•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Sarasota Jazz Festival - John Pizzarelli Trio: Sammy Figueroa opens. Main Stage, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941366-1552.
•The Elixer of Love: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. Baker Park, 50 Riverside Cir, Naples. 7p. 963-9050.
•The Ultimate Vegas Variety Show: Impersonator tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
FRIDAY 13
• Sarasota Jazz Festival - Artutro Sandoval Band: Michael Ross & The SRQ All Star Band with Allison Nash, James Suggs, Dany Jordon, Anthony Aldissi, Ronan Cowan opens. Main Stage, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941366-1552.
•Art Reception: Cape Coral Art Center, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 11a-3p. Free. 574-0802.
•Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Brews for the Birds: Live music, craft beers, food trucks, fundraiser. Wonder Gardens, 27180 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 6-8p. 992-2591.
•Cirque des Voix - Superheroes vs Supervillains: Cirque Orchestra & Key Chorale. Big Top, Regatta Island, Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. 7p. 941-355-9805.
•Courtyard Sale: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. 941-575-1718.
•Edgar & George Meyer: Bluegrass concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Improv Comedy Art Show: Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples Int’l Voice Competition - Semi Final Round: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 1p. 745-4268.
•Marlon Wayans: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.
•Minnesota Twins vs Tampa Bay Rays: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Misa Tango: A Night of Song & Dance. Choral Artistry Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 6:30p. 560-5695.
•NAGA-Mandala: Musical theater from India. Sailor Circus Arena. 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota.2 & 7p. 941-355-9805.
•Naples Fine Art & Craft Show: Outdoor art fair. Coastland Center, 1900 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. Free. 10a-5p. Free. 941-755-3088.
•Naples Flower Show & Garden Market: Educational demos, horticultural exhibits, etc. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-5p. 643-7275.
• Sarasota Jazz Festival - Arturo Sandoval Band: Concert, Michael Ross & The SRQ All Star Band opens. Main Stage, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941366-1552.
•Tesla: Rock concert. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800218-0007.
•The Elixer of Love: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. Baker Park, 50 Riverside Cir, Naples. 7p. 963-9050.
SUNDAY 15
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Bobby Collins: Snappers Comedy Club, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 479-5233.
•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.
•Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.
•Cirque des Voix - Superheroes vs Supervillains: Cirque Orchestra & Key Chorale. Big Top, Regatta Island, Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. 2p. 941-355-9805.
•Gahal Dunne: Ireland’s Piano Man concert. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 7:30p. 941-255-1022.
•Joey & Maria’s Comedy Italian Wedding: Deep Creek Elks Lodge, 1133 Capricorn Blvd, Deep Creek. 6p. 941-255-1022.
•Joshua Bell: & Academy of St Martin in the Felds concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-966-6161.
•Lari Basilio: Rock concert.
Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
•Lee County Community Band: Mariner High School, 701 Chiquita Blvd N, Cape Coral. 3p. Free. 6009052.
•Luciano Pavarotti Foundation
Opera Napes Int’l Voice Competition - Final Round: Opera Naples Festival Under the Stars concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers.
•Marlon Wayans: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6p. 389-6901.
•NAGA-Mandala: Musical theater from India. Sailor Circus Arena. 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 2p. 941355-9805.
•Naples Concert Band: Free outdoor concert – Blues in the Park. Cambier Park bandshell, Park St, downtown Naples. 2-4p. 270-1221.
•Naples Fine Art & Craft Show: Outdoor art fair. Coastland Center, 1900 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. Free. 10a-4p. Free. 941-755-3088.
•Pat Metheny: Jazz concert. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Charles Grodin - Rebel with a
Cause screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 3p. 481-4449.
•The Bronx Wanderers: Do wop tribute concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•Veronica Swift: Jazz concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 5 & 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Young Artist Showcase: Zion Thompson concert. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941366-1505.
•Minnesota Twins vs Pittsburgh Pirates: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Frank Marino’s Divas: Cabaret. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Simone Dinnerstein: Classical concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Creativity in Action: Art demo. Tower Gallery, 751 Tarpon Bay Rd. 11a-2p. Free. 579-0659.
•National Art Exhibition Poetry Night: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 7p. 941639-8810.
•Zach Bartholomew: Women in Jazz concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
THURSDAY 19
•Apprentice Artists at Noon: Concert. Sarasota Opera. Sarasota Opera House. 61 Pineapple Ave,
Sarasota. 12p. 941-328-1300.
•Art Reception & Awards Presentation: Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 590-7199.
•Audubon of SWFL Meeting: The Collaboratory,10868 Metro Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 410-6971.
•Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins: Spring Training baseball. JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 6p. 888-733-7696.
•Bywatwer Call: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Covers at 3pm: Studio artists concert Sarasota Opera House. 61 Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 3p. 941328-1300.
•Ehnes Quartet with Orion Weiss: Chamber music concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Get the Led Out: Led Zeppelin tribute concert. Calusa Sound Amphitheater, Luminary Hotel, 2101 Edwards Dr, Ft Myers. 8p. 314-3723.
•Lecture: Flowers & Felonies in the Fakahatchee. Museum of the Everglades, 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. 2p. Free. 695-0008.
•Minnesota Twins vs Philadelphia Phillies Prospects & Minnesota Twins Prospects: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Alexander Conducts Mahler. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Outdoor Movies: On great lawn. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 7p. Free. 252-4386.
•Piano Talks: Dueling Pianos. Cabaret w Jodie DeSalvo. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Reception: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 5-7p. Free. 941-575-1718.
•Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass: Jazz & classical concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 693-4849.
•Sanibel Captiva Art League Meeting: Annual luncheon. Sanibel Library, 770 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 10a-1p. Free. 322-8593.
•Sarasota Contemporary Dance: Piazzolla. FSU Center for Performing Arts, Cook Theater, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941-260-8485.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: The Road Between Us screening. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 481-4449.
•Art Reception: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 5-7p. Free. 941-485-7136.
•Braxton Cook Quartet: Jazz concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Don McLean: Folk concert.
Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
•FGCU Wind Orchestra: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Fountains, Tides & Tempests: Venice Symphony concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Ira Stanley & Checkered Past: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Kevin Nealon Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30 & 8:30p. 389-6901.
•Minnesota Twins vs Toronto Blue Jays: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Music Walk: Live music & dancing at several cafes, clubs & galleries. Downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 313-5129.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Alexander Conducts Mahler. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Contemporary Dance: Piazzolla. FSU Center for Performing Arts, Cook Theater, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941-260-8485.
•Chambers DesLauriers: Blues concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Classic Car Fest: Live music, food trucks, kids activities, museum tours. Cape Coral Museum of History fundraiser. Cultural Park, behind Cape Coral Historical Museum, 544 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 10a-1p. Free. 772-7037.
•Flip Flop Rest Stop: Free island rhythms & rock music festival w Mac McNally, Jammy Buffet, Air Margaritaville, The Caribbean Chillers. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. Food trucks, vendors. 2-8p. Free. 800-218-0007.
•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers: Civil War Cantata.
First Presbyterian Church, 9751 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 7p. 288-2535.
•Fountains Tides & Tempests: V enice Symphony concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Grapefruit Gathering & Art Fair: Live music, storytelling, crafts, food. Museum of the Everglades, 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. 9a-3p. Free. 695-0008.
•Gulf Coast Writers Association Meeting: Guest speaker – Marty Ambroe (aka MA McLaughlin). St Hilary’s Episcopal Church, Browning Hall, 5011 McGregor Bvld, Ft Myers. 10a-12p. Free. gulfcoastwriters.org.
•Kevin Nealon Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Sanibel Music Festival - Opera Theater of Connecticut: Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 2 & 7:30p. 344-7025.
•Sarasota Contemporary Dance: Piazzolla. FSU Center for Performing Arts, Cook Theater, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7p. 941-260-8485.
•Sarasota Fine Art & Craft Show: Outdoor art fair. Sarasota Art Museum 1001 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Free. 10a-5p. 941-7553088.
•Spring Fling: games, crafts, educational exhibits for family. Wonder Gardens, 27180 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 10a-2p. 992-2591. •This Magic Moment: Bay Kings Band. Englewood Elks Lodge, 401 N Indiana Ace, Englewood. 7:30p. 941-255-1022.
•Tom Papa: Comedy. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
SUNDAY 22
•Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111. •Bonita Springs Concert Band: Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 2-3:30p. Free. 405-3320.
•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers: Civil War Cantata. First Presbyterian Church, 9751 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 7p. 288-2535.
•Kevin Nealon Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6p. 389-6901. •Minnesota Twins vs Atlanta Braves: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Everton Vidal Azevedo: Brazilian guitarist. Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30p. 642-7270.
•FGCU Storytelling: Open mic. Music Bldg, rm 203, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 745-4442.
•FSW College Choir: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. Free. 481-4849.
Tower Gallery, 751 Tarpon Bay Rd. 11a-2p. Free. 579-0659.
•Elements: Earth Wind & Fire tribute concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•FGCU Storytelling: Joel YingJamaica One Love. Music Bldg, rm 203, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 745-4442.
•Florida Everblades vs Savannah Ghost Pirates: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Hats in the Garden: Luncheon & runway show. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 11a-3p. 643-7275.
•Lunch & Learn Lecture: Birds Bears & Bees. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 12p. 5305940.
•Off the Walls: Fundraiser & reception, live music, youth theater show. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6p. rsvp. 495-8989.
•Spring Concert: BIG ARTS Community Chorus & Concert Band BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.
•Srasota Opera Studio Artists: Free vocal concert. St Andrew Church, 6908 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota. 2p. reserve. 941-966-6161.
THURSDAY 26
•Ikebana Luncheon Demo, lunch, silent auction, fundraiser Quail West Country Club, 5950 Burnham Rd, Naples. 10a-2p. rsvp. 2549999.
•Joey & Maria’s Comedy Italian Wedding: VFW, 4860 Trott Circle, North Port. 6p. 941-255-1022.
•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Spring Training baseball. Hammond Stadium, Lee Health Sports Complex, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800338-9467.
•Salute to the Stars Award Luncheon: Lunch & live music by apprentice & studio artists. Sarasota Opera. Sarasota Opera House. 61 Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 11:30a. rsvp. 941-3281300.
•Sanibel Music Festival –Polonsky-Shifrin-Wiley Trio: Classical music concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7:30p. 344-7025.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Song of Ascent, Alon My Brother screenings. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 4814449.
WEDNESDAY 25
•Art After Hours: Live music, food & drinks. Baker Museum, ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6-9p. Free. 597-1900.
•Blues Jam: Hosted by Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Great American Crooners: Jazz at Lincoln Center presents Tom & Linda Uhler concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Movie Night: Battle of the Smithsonian. Naples Depot Museum: 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. 5:30p. Free. rsvp. 262-6525.
•Porgy and Bess: Jazz opera concert. Gulfshore Opera concert. Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 701 Carmalita St, Punta Gorda. 7p. 529-3925.
•The Beach Boys: Rock concert. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
•The Simon & Garfunkel Story: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•The StepCrew: Dance concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 415-5667.
SATURDAY 28
•Bluffett - Tribute to Jimmy Buffett: Concert. Presented by TheatreZone. G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 2 & 7:30p. 888-966-3352.
•Apprentice Artists at Noon: Concert. Sarasota Opera House. 61 Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 12p. 941-328-1300.
•Lecture & Book Signing: Author & photographer Paul Bannick. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. 472-1100.
•Parker McCollum: Country music concert. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Stars of the Sixties: The Grass Roots, The Buckinghams, The Cowsills concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•SWFL Jewish Film Festival: Turn Left at the End of the World, Cut Off screenings. Regal Bell Tower Stadium 20 Theaters, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 4814449.
•Walter Trout: Country music concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 985-9839.
FRIDAY 27
•BoDeans: Americana concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Drake Milligan: Country music concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 985-9839.
•SWFL Concert Band: Concert. S Ft Myers High School, 14020 Plantation Rd, Ft Myers. 2p. Free. 666-5970.
•Celtic Women: Pop concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Eden Brent: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•FC Naples vs Madison FC: USL soccer. Paradise Coast Sports Complex. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 7p. 933-5335.
•FGCU Opera Workshop: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Florida Everblades vs Savannah Ghost Pirates: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Immokalee Cattle Drive & Jamboree: Food, drink, entertainment. Immokalee Pioneer Museum, 1215 Roberts Ave W, Immokalee. Breakfast 7:30a, Cattle Drive on Main St to Roberts Ranch 10a, Jamboree & Music 11a-3p.7:30a-3p. Free. 252-2611.
•Live Music: Local band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 6-9. Free. 252-4386.
•Music in the Garden: Band TBA. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 2-4p. 6437275.
•Naples Big Band: Shamrocks & Sinatra. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 101550 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
•SWFL SteamCon & Supernatural Summit: Steampunk & fantasy conference. Speakers, panels, celebrity guests, entertainment, music, costume contests, vendors. German American Social Club, 2101 SW Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral. 10a-6p.
•Tracy Byrd: Country music
•Temps & Tops: Temptations & Four Tops tribute concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
MONDAY 30
•December 63: Franke Vallie & Four Seasons tribute concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Lunch 11:30a, show 1p & dinner 5:30p, show 7:30p. 278-4422.
•The Ultimate Doors: Tribute concert. Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•Porgy and Bess: Jazz opera concert. Gulfshore Opera concert. Norris Center, 755 8th Ave S, Naples. 7p. 529-3925.
ongoing Theater
•& Juliet: Feb 3-8. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849. •& Juliet: thru Feb 1. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.
•12 Angry Jurors: Feb 13-22. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 9392787.
What Goes On
•1776: Mar 11-15. Royal Palm Players. Boca Grande Community Center, 131 1st St W, Boca Grande. 941-2694.
•4000 Miles: Mar 17-Apr 5. Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. 800-3292.
•9 to 5: Mar 11-Apr 12. The Naples Players. Kizzie Theater, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.
•A Beautiful Noise: Mar 2429. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.
•A Beautiful Noise: Mar 31-Apr 4. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-953-3368.
•A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum: thru Feb 1. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.
•A Tailor Near Me: thru Feb 15. Florida Studio Theatre. Keating Theatre, 1241 N Palm Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d: thru Mar 14. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Theatre, Florida State Center for Performing Arts, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-351-8000.
•Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap: thru Feb 15. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 Goodlette-Frank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•Annie: Feb 27-Apr 4. Venice Theatre, Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-488-1115.
•Back to the Future - The Musical: Feb 17-22. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.
•Beau Jest: thru Feb 15. The Naples Players. Kizzie Theater, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.
•Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story: Mar 5-15. TheatreZone, G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888-966-3352.
•California Suite: Mar 5-22. Arts Center Theatre, Marco Island Center for the Arts, Marco Town Center Mall, 1089 N. Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 784-1186.
•Cats: Feb 20-Apr 4. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.
•Chicago: Feb 10-15. ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.
•Circle Forward: thru Mar 1. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 GoodletteFrank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•Circus Sarasota: Feb 14-Mar 8. Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
•Cirque des Voix - Superheroes vs Supervillains: Mar 13-15. Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
•Cold Case: thru Mar 1. Murder Mystery Dinner Train. Seminole Gulf Railway, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.
•Dear Jack, Dear Louise: Mar 24-Apr 26. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 Goodlette-Frank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•Dial ‘M’ for Murder: Mar 18-Apr 4. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 941-255-1022.
•Dogwood Winter: Feb 20-Mar 1. Cultural Park Theatre, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 772-5862.
•Drinking Habits II - Caught in the Act: Feb 12-Mar 8. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 941255-1022.
•Escape to Margarittaville: Mar
20-29 Cultural Park Theatre, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 772-5862.
•Fiddler on the Roof: thru Feb 14. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.
•Four Old Broads - On the High Seas: thru Feb 1. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 941-2551022.
•Girls Night - The Musical: Mar 11-29. Florida Repertory Theatre, Historic Arcade Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•Gutenberg! - the Musical: Feb 5-15. TheatreZone, G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888966-3352.
•Honky Tonk Laundry: thru Feb 1. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941488-1115.
•How I Got Over - Gospel Revue: Feb 18-Mar 29. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-1505.
•How I Learned to Drive: Mar 20Apr 4. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-488-1115.
•Il Trovatore: Mar 7-29. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 941328-1300.
•Julius Caesar: Mar 25-Apr 26. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.
•La Boheme: Feb 14-Mar 28. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 941328-1300.
•Little Shop of Horrors: Mar 17-Apr 12. Florida Repertory Theatre, Historic Arcade Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•Little Women - the Musical: thru Feb 1. Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. 800-3292.
•Love, Lies, and the Lottery: Feb 27-Apr 11. Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 980-5674.
•Mamma Mia!: Mar 10-15. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.
•Million Dollar Quartet: thru Feb 14. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Lane, Ft Myers. 277-1700.
•MJ: Feb 3-8. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-9533368.
•Moonlight and Magnolias: Feb 5-22. Arts Center Theatre, Marco Island Center for the Arts, Marco Town Center Mall, 1089 N. Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 784-1186.
•Newsies - the Broadway Musical: Feb 19-Mar 8. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 323-6570.
•November: Mar 13-29. The Studio Players, Joan Jenks Auditorium, Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. 389-9192.
•Off the Rails: Mar 4-May 3. Murder Mystery Dinner Train. Seminole Gulf Railway, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.
•Over the Tavern: Feb 10-Mar 8. Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. 8003292.
•Paradise Blue: thru Feb 8. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota. 941366-1505.
•Pinkalicious - The Musical: Mar 3-Apr 2, selected matinees.
Broadway Children’s Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 980-5674.
•Primary Trust: thru Feb 11. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Theatre, Florida State Center for Performing Arts, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-351-8000.
•Sarasota Contemporary Dance Ensemble: SCD& Piazzolla. Mar 19-22. FSU Center for Performing Arts, Cook Theater, 555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-260-8485.
•Sh-Boom!: Mar 18-Apr 4. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Lane, Ft Myers. 277-1700.
•Social Security: Feb 11-15. Royal Palm Players. Boca Grande Community Center, 131 1st St W, Boca Grande. 941-2694.
•Susannah: Mar 14-28. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 941328-1300.
•Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber of Fleet Street: thru Feb 1. Cultural Park Theatre, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 772-5862.
•The Blue-Sky Boys: thru Mar 8. Florida Studio Theatre Children’s Gompertz Theatre, 1265 First St, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•The Bridges of Madison County: Feb 25-Mar 7. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Lane, Ft Myers. 277-1700.
•The Cake: Feb 20-Mar 8. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-4881115.
•The Crucible: Mar 25-Apr 5. Sarasota Players. Crossings at Siesta Key, 32501 S Tamiami Tr, # 1130, Sarasota. 941-365-2494.
•The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time: Feb 4-Mar 1. The Naples Players. Price Studio Theater, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.
•The Good Doctor: Feb 13-22. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 590-4268.
•The Importance of Being Earnest: Mar 1-Apr 4. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 Goodlette-Frank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•The Merry Widow: Feb 21-Mar 27. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 941-328-1300.
•The Odd Couple: Mar 26-Apr 12. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 3236570.
•The Play That Goes Wrong: Feb 10-Mar 1. Florida Repertory Theatre, Historic Arcade Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488. •The Rainmaker: thru Feb 8. Venice Theatre, Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941488-1115.
•The Silver Foxes: Mar 17-22. Venice Theatre, Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941488-1115.
•The Sweet Delilah Swim Club: thru Feb 8. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 941-475-6756.
•The Trip to Bountiful: Mar 4-29. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 941475-6756.
•The Unfriend: Feb 18-Mar 22. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Theatre, Florida State Center for Performing Arts, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-351-8000.
•Tina - The Tina Turner Musical: Feb 20-22. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-9533368.
•Tuesdays with Morrie: thru Mar 1. Florida Repertory Theatre, ArtStage Studio Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•Two Trains Running: Feb 8-Mar 8. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.
•Unnecessary Farce: thru Feb 21. Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 980-5674.
•Alliance for the Arts: 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Main Gallery— thru Feb 28: Crossed Strands; Mar 6-28: Annual All Florida. Foulds Theatre Gallery— thru Feb 28: Pop-Up Auction House; Ralph Bigletti. Member Gallery— thru Feb 28: Organic Abstractions, Marilyn Hedlund. Receptions 1st Fri 5-7p. Tue-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a-1p. 9392787.
•Arsenault Studio & Banyan Arts Gallery: Judith Liegeois Designs, 1199 3rd St, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a5p & Sun 1-5p. Free. 263-1214.
•Art Center Sarasota: 707 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Thru Feb 21: Members Show; Mar 5-Apr 18: Newtown Artists. Mon-Fri 10a-5p & Sat 12-5p. 941-365-2032.
•Art Lab: Naples Art District, 1819 J&C Blvd, Naples. Open studios Thu & 2nd Sat 1-5p. 646-358-2531.
•Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center: 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. Hinman Gallery-inthe-Round— thru Feb 19: Through the Lens - A Photographer’s Perspective; Feb 26-Apr 2: Kendra Hensley. Mon-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a2p. 495-8989.
•Arts Bonita Visual Arts Center: 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. Main Gallery: thru Feb 26: Land That I Love - Members show; Mar 5-Apr 2: Julia Bonnells; Mar 5-Apr 2: Romancing the Stone. Tranovich Gallery— thru Feb 26: Land That I Love - Members show; Mar 5-Apr 2: Julia Bonnells. 2265 First St, Ft Myers. Daily 12-8p. 337-5050.
•Arts for ACT Gallery: Feb 6-Mar 2: Tabbe Budde; Mar 6-30: Michelle Geller. 2265 First St, Ft Myers. Daily 12-8p. 337-5050.
•Arts of the Inland Gallery: LaBelle Gallery & Cultural Center, 471 N Lee St, LaBelle. Fri-Sun 1-5p. Closed Jul-Sep. 863-843-2929
•Baker Museum: Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. thru Feb 8: Tamara de Lempicka; thru Jun 28: Florida Contemporary; thru May 24: Sonia Loise Davis; thru Jun 28: Florida Contemporary; thru fall 2026: Stories in Glass & Ceramics; Mar 14-Aug 2: Discovering Ansel Adams Ongoing: Magritte - Reflections of Another World; Loise Nevelson - Dawn’s Forest; Sculpture Trail; Chiluly Collections. Guided tours Tue-Sat 11a & Sun 1p. Art After Hours: Free last Wed 6-9p - live music, food, drinks. Tue-Sat 10a-4p, Sun 12-4p. 597-1900.
•BIG ARTS: 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. Thru Apr 17: A Journey to the Oracle - Ebenezer Leyva; thru Mar 15: Impressions and Relics - Jonas Stirner; Mar 19-Apr 26: The Profound Drama of the Ordinary - Rene Miville; thru Jun 30: I Am My Home. Mon-Fri 9a-4p, Sat & Sun 9a-1p. 395-0900.
•Bob Rauschenberg Gallery
Annex: FSW State College, bldg. J-118, 8099 College Pkwy SW, Ft
Myers. Thru May 2: Rauschenberg at 100 - As Large as the World Is. Mon-Sat 10a-4p. Free. 489-9313.
•Bokeelia Art Gallery: 8315 Main St, Bokeelia. Wed-Sun 10a-5p. 738-5280.
•Cape Coral Art Center: Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. Main Gallery— Feb 6-26: Expressions; Mar 6-26: Art Focus. Side gallery— Feb 6-26: Portraits in Time; Mar 6-26: Inspire. MonSat 9a-4p. Receptions second Fri of month. 574-0802.
•Cape Coral Art League: 516 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. Feb 5-26: Wild About Wildlife, Black History Month; Mar 5-Apr 2: Purple Reigns, Class Act. Mon-Thu 11a-4p. Receptions 1st Thu. Open painting Wed 1-4p. Meetings 1st Mon 11a. Closed Aug. 772-5657.
•Clyde Butcher’s Venice Gallery & Studio: 237 Warfield Ave, Venice. Tue-Fri 10a-4:30p. 486-0811. •Coco Art Gallery: Art Council of SWFL gallery. Coconut Point Mall, 8074 Mediterranean Dr, Estero. Thru Feb 1: Naples Decorative Artists; Feb 4-Mar 1: Art Quilters Unlimited; Mar 3-Apr 4: SWFL Watercolor Society. Receptions 1st Wed 5-7p. Tue-Sun 11a-5p. 949-3073.
•Coco Art Gallery: Art Council of SWFL gallery. Coastland Center, 1924 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. Thru Feb 8: Arts Bonita; Feb 10-Mar 8: SWFL Watercolor Society; Mar 10-28: SWFL Pastel Society; Mar 30-Apr 26: Art Council of SWFL. Receptions 2nd Wed 5-7p. Wed-Sun 12-6p. 436-3530.
•Creative Liberties Artist Residencies at Gaze Modern Gallery: ARCOS Gallery, 340 Central Ave, Sarasota. Open studio: 2nd Sat 11a-3p. Thu-Sat 10a-3p, Sat & Sun by appt. 941-799-6634. •Creative Liberties Artist Studios & Gallery: 901-B Apricot Ave, Sarasota. Open studio: 2nd Sat 11a-3p. Thu-Sat 10a-3p, Sat & Sun by appt. 941-799-6634.
•Creative Liberties Artist Studios, Gallery & Academy: 927 N Lime Ave, Sarasota. Thu-Sat 10a-3p, Sat & Sun by appt. 941-799-6634.
•DAAS Co-op Art Gallery: Feb 6-Mar 1: Kate Swanstrom. 10051 McGregor Blvd, #104, Ft Myers. Wed-Sun 10a-2p. Receptions 1st Fri 6-10p. 955-0422.
•East West Fine Art: Mercato, 9115 Strada Pl, #5130, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-7p & Sun 12-6p. 821-9459. •Eydel Fine Arts Gallery: 800 5th Ave S, #101, Naples. Mon & WedSat 11a-5p, Tue 12-4p, Sun 12-5p. 821-9459.
•Emily James Art Gallery: 720 5th Ave S, # 111, Naples. Mon 3-7p, Tue & Wed 11a-7p, Sat 11a-8p, Sun 12-5p. 777-3283.
•Englewood Art Center: Ringling College of Art & Design, 350 S McCall Rd, Englewood. Tue & Thu 9a-9p, Wed-Sat 9a-4p. 941-4745548.
•Florida Gulf Coast University Art Galleries: 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. Wasmer Gallery–thru Feb 19: Becoming Tomorrow’s Dream – Onajide Shabaka; Mar 20-Apr 2: Student Art. Cohen Student Union & Sugden Hall— thru Oct 31, 2026: The Trees Know. Arts Complex Lobby— thru Jul 1: Crumbs; thru Sep 30, 2026: Diamonds in the Light. Mon-Fri 10a-4p. 590-7199.
•Florida Gulf Coast University Wilson Bradshaw Library: 10501 FGCU Blvd S., 3rd fl, Ft Myers. Thru May 1: Nature’s Canvas; thru May 3: Brian Yates. Mon-Thu
7a-11:30p, Fri 7a-8p, Sat 1-6p, Sun 11a-11:30p. 590-7199.
•Fort Myers Beach Art Association & Gallery: Cypress Square, 13451 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Feb 2-27: Soaring; Mar 2-Apr 10: Lucky Charms. Mon-Wed 10a-3p & ThuSat 12-6. 463-3909.
•Laurel Schmid Fine Art Gallery & Studio: 5760 Shirley St, #15, Naples. Tue-Fri 1-5p & 2nd Sat 1-5p. 789-3823.
•Lovegrove Gallery & Garden: 1415 Dean St., #102 Ft Myers. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. 938-5655
•MARA Art Studio & Gallery: 76 S Palm Ave, Sarasota. Tue-Fri 11a-4p. 941-914-8110.
•Maggie DeMarco Contemporary Art: 5760 Shirley St, #8, Naples. Thu & 2nd Sat 1-5p, 1st Wed 5-8p, by appt. 401-527-6554.
•Marco Island Center for the Arts: 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. Main Galleries— thru Feb 24: Magic of the Sea; Mar 2-24: Members Show; Mar 30-Apr 28: Adult Students. La Petite Galerie— Feb 2-24: Joyce Flynn Hirsch; Mar 30-Apr 28: Marco Island Academy. Mon-Fri 9a-4p. 394-4221.
•Naples Art District: Dozens of artists’ studios & galleries. Shirley St & J&C. Open studios Thu & Sat 1-5p, Art After Dark 1st Wed 5-8p. Thu & Sat 1-5p. 249-1977.
•Naples Art Institute: 585 Park St, Naples. Thru Mar 29: Joan Miro. Mon-Fri 9a-5p. 262-6517.
•North Fort Myers Art Association: Meets 4th Fri of month 2-4p. Exhibition— thru Feb 6: Cape Coral Library, 2001 N Tamimai Tr, N Ft Myers. 510-8712
•Rachel Pierce Art Gallery: Bell Tower Shops, 13499 Cleveland Ave SW, Ft Myers. Daily 10a-3p. 292-3327.
•Rene Miville Gallery: Franklin Shops, 2200 1st St, 2nd fl, Ft Myers. Mon-Sat 10a-8p & Sun 127p. 333-3130.
•Ringling College of Art & Design: 2700 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Basch Gallery (Thompson Academic Center, Bradenton Rd)— thru Mar 8: The Maestro of Murano - Lino Tagliapietra. Cooley Photography Center (Bradenton Rd)— thru Mar 8: Voices & Spaces. Crossley Gallery (Hughes Studio Bldg, Bradenton Rd). Goldstein Gallery (E Tamiami Cir). Madeby Gallery (Dr MLK Jr Way)— thru Mar 8: Student Show. Selby Gallery (N Tamiami Tr)— thru Feb 28: Illustration Faculty Traditional Painting. Smith Gallery (Bradenton Rd)— Feb 6-Apr 11: Ligature XVI. Stulberg Gallery (Dr MLK Jr Way)— thru Mar 28: OriginsSarasota Artist Colony 1945-1965. Thompson Gallery (Keating Center, Bradenton Rd)— thru Apr 1: Tom Stephens. Gallery days & hours vary. 941-359-7563.
•Ringling Museum of Art: 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. Thru May 31, 2026: Juana Romani; thru Nov 1, 2026: 17th Century Dutch Paintings. Circus Museum— ongoing: The Greatest Show on Earth. Bayfront Gardens. Daily 10a5p, Thu 10a-8p. 941-359-5700.
•Sanibel Captiva Art League: Exhibits— thru Feb 11: Cast Ashore (Sanibel Community House); Feb 10-Mar 6: (Bailey Homestead Preserve, Sanibel); March: Art in Bloom (Sanibel Library). Meetings 3rd Thu 1-3p. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 322-8593.
•Sanibel Community House: 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Thru Feb 11: Sanibel-Captiva Art League. 9a-3p. 472-2155.
•Sarasota Art Museum: Ringling College, 1001 S Tamiami T, Sarasota. Thru Mar 29: Art Deco
- Golden Age of Illustration; thru Mar 29: Abstract Opulence; thru Apr 26: Radical Softness; thru Apr 26: Molly Hatch; thru Aug 19: Slumpies; thru Sep 27: Something Borrowed, Something New; thru Sep 27: Maria Guzman Capron; thru Oct 25: Prints of Sol LeWitt. Mon-Sat 10a-5p, Sun 11a-5p. 941309-4300.
•Sea Grape Gallery: 113 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. Feb 19-Mar 12: Kathleen Hartman, Matt Logan, Harriet Hazlett; Mar 19-Apr 12: Mairin Wilson., Diane Palmquist Mon-Fri 10a-5p & Sat 10a-4p. 941-575-1718
•Sidney & Berne Davis Arts Center: 2301 First St, Ft Myers. Feb 6-25: Shah Hadjebi; Feb 6-26: Plastic Trophies; Mar 6-26: Six Portals of Surrealism; Mar 6-26: Language of Animal Spirits. Mon, Tue & Thu 10a-5p, Wed & Fri 10a-10p. 337-1933.
•smallwalls: Naples Art District, 6240 Shirley St, #103, Naples. By appt: 1st Wed 3-7p, 1st Thu 11a-5p, 3rd Sat 11a-5p. 402-201-6160.
•SPAACES Studio: 2051 Princeton St, Sarasota. thru Feb 7: Ringling Fine Art Student Pop-Up; Feb 13-Mar 21: Subterranean Voices; Mar 28-May16: Object/Subject. Fri & Sat 11a-2p & by appt. 941374-3492.
•SRQ East Art Studios: 8326 Consumer Ct, Sarasota. Dozen artist studios. Open studios 2nd Sat 5-7p. 941-363-1724.
•Sweet Art Gallery: 852 1st Ave S, Naples. Mon-Fri 10a-5p & Sat 11a-2p. 597-2110.
•Tower Gallery Artist Cooperative: 751 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel. Daily 10a-4p. 579-0659.
•Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point: 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. Thru Mar 21: Above & Beyond
- Sun Smith-Forêt; thru Mar 21: Rhythm & Blooms - Stephanie Trick;. Tue-Sat 10a-3p. 415-5667.
•Union Artists Studios: Alliance for the Arts campus, 10051 McGregor Blvd, #202, Edwards Bldg, Ft Myers. Sat 10a-2p & by appt. 980-1394.
•Venice Art Center: 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. Thru Feb 10: Meet My Beatles - Leoma Lovegrove; Feb 25-Mar 10: Annual Art Auction; Mar 20-Apr 9: Spring Members Show. Mon-Fri 9a-4p & Sat 9am1pm. 941-485-7136.
•Visual Arts Center: 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. Main Gallery— thru Feb 3: Dream Big or Go Small; Feb 19-Mar 26: Biennial Nat’l Art Exhibition. Goff Gallery— thru Feb 3: Dream Big or Go Small; Feb 13-Mar 26: Biennial Nat’l Art Exhibition. Rebecca Hall— thru Feb 3: Susan Fraley & Rosalie Mack. Mon, Thu, Fri 9a-4p; Tue & Wed 9a-7p, Sat 10a-4p. 941-639-8810.
Attractions
•Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Seminole Tribe of Florida Museum: Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, 30290 Josie Billie Hwy, Clewiston. Exhibit— Beautiful & Proud, Miniature Marvels, Elgin Jumper. Daily 9a-5p. 877-902-1113.
•America’s Museum of the Military & First Responders: Naples Airport, N Rd Terminal,
•Architecture Sarasota: McCullough Pavilion, 265 S Orange Ave, Sarasota. Thu-Sat 10a-4:30p & Sun 11a-4:30p. 941-364-2199.
•Artis-Naples: Baker Museum of Art, Daniels Pavilion, Hayes Hall, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.
•Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium: Great Hall of Shells, Living Gallery of Aquariums. Ongoing photo exhibits— Adorned by the SeaBrilliant Colors of the Sea. 3075 Sanibel-Captiva Rd, Sanibel. TueFri 11a-3p. 395-2233.
•Berne Davis Botanical Garden: 2166 Virginia Ave, Ft Myers. Tue & Thu 10a-1p. Guided tours. Plein Air painting workshops: Tue & Thu 9a-1p. 332-4942.
•Bishop Museum of Science & Nature: 201 10th St W, Bradenton. Exhibits, manatee habitat, planetarium. Tue-Sat 10a-5p & Sun 12-5p. 941-746-4131.
•Burroughs Home & Gardens: 2505 First St, Ft Myers. Tours Tue-Thu 11a. register. 337-9505
•Calusa Heritage Trail: Randall Research Center, 13810 Waterfront Dr, Pineland. Guided tours TueSat 10a; Mon-Wed, Fri & Sat 1p. Sunrise-sunset. 283-2062.
•Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium: 3450 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers. Museum, butterfly aviary, walking trails, animal talks, butterfly talks, planetarium shows daily. Guided walks select Tue, Thu, Sat 10a; Full moon night hikes select nites. 8p. Planetarium shows Mon-Sat 12 & 2p & Sun 12, 2, 3:30p. Tue-Sun 10a-4p. 275-3435.
•Cape Coral Historical Museum: 544 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. Museum buildings & gardens. Wed-Fri 11a-4p & Sat 10a2p. 772-7037.
•Children’s Museum of Naples: North Collier Park, 15080 Livingston Rd, Naples. Sun-Tue & Thu-Sat 10a-4:30p. 514-0084.
•Collier County Museum at Government Center: 3331 Tamiami Tr E, Naples. Thru May 9: Connect & Protect. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 252-8476.
•Conservancy of SWFL: 1495
Smith Preserve Way, off Goodlette Frank Rd. Nature Center, exhibits, kayaking, nature walks, electric boat eco-tours. Guided walks MonSat. register. Tue-Sat 9:30a-4p. Free. 262-0304.
•IMAG History & Science Center: Exhibits, activities, live sea life touch-tank & feedings, films. 2000 Cranford St, Ft Myers. MonSat 10a-5p & Sun 12-5p. 321-7420.
•Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch: 1215 Roberts Ave W, Immokalee. Feb 10-May 26: Immokalee Restaurants. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 252-2611.
•Marco Island Historical Museum: 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. Thru Mar 21: Marco on the Move. Mar 31-Jul 11: America the Beautiful by Clyde Butcher. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 642-1440.
•Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota. Feb 8-May 31: Alexander Calder - The Nature of Movement. 10a-5p daily. 941-366-5731.
•Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: Historic Spanish Point, 337 N Tamiami Tr, Osprey. Thru Aug 30: Robert Louis Stevenson - A Child’s Garden of Verses. Daily 10a-5p. 941-366-5731
•Mound House: 451 Connecticut St, Ft Myers Beach. Guided tours Tue, Wed & Sat 9a-3p; programs Tue, Wed, Sat 10a; Shell Mound tours Tue-Sat 10a, 12 & 2p; Garden tours Tue & Fri 1p; Untold Stories tours Thu 2p; Free guided beach walks Tue & Thu 9a at Newton Park, 4650 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Wed-Sat 7:30a-6:30p. 765-0865.
•Museum of the Everglades: 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. Thru Feb 14: Sharing the Path; Feb 24-Jun 20: The Story of Orchids in the Everglades. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 695-0008.
•Museum of the Islands: 5728 Sesame Dr, Bokeelia. Tue, Thu, Sat 11a-3p. 283-1525.
•Naples Botanical Garden: 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. Exhibitions— thru May 25: Chroma Flora. Fogg Café exhibit— thru Jul 12: Blooming at Work. Music in the Garden: 2nd Sat. Birding tours: Tue 8a. Tours daily 10a-1p on hour. Daily 9a-5p, Wed 9a-8p. 643-7275.
•Naples Depot Museum: 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. Thru May 2: Railroads at Work. Also Naples Lionel Train Museum Fri & Sat 10a-2p. Free. 262-6525.
The exhibition, ‘I Am My Home’ is on view thru June 30 at BIG ARTS on Sanibel.
What Goes On FEBRUARY-MARCH
By appt. Mon-Fri 9a-12p, Sat & Sun 11a-4p. 543-1130.
•Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center: 718 Fisherman’s Wharf, Ft Myers Beach. Wed & Sat 10a-4p. 765-8101.
•Paradise Coast Sports Complex: 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. Sports facility. Live music Sat nites 5-8p at The Cove. Free. 252-4386.
•Peace River Wildlife Center: Ponce de Leon Park, 3400 Ponce de Leon Pkwy, Punta Gorda. Exhibit— thru Apr 19: Origami in the Garden. Daily 11a-4p. 941-637-3830
•Sarasota Jungle Gardens: 3701 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. Live animal shows, tours. Daily 10a-4p. 941-355-5305
•Williams Academy Black History Museum: Clemente Park, 1936 Henderson Ave, Ft Myers. Ongoing: 50 Years of Hip Hop, Anderson Avenue Economic Renaissance, MLK Corridor’s Revival. Wed-Fri 11a-4p & Sat by appt. Free. 3328778.
•John Yarbrough Park: 14608 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, F Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 218-1032.
•Judd Park: 1297 Parkview Ct, N Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 357-5443.
•Koreshan State Historic Site State Park: US Hwy 41 & Corkscrew Rd, Estero. Access to Mound Key Archeological State Park. Historic settlement, hiking trials, boating, paddling, camping. 8a-sunset daily, historic site 8a-5p daily. 992-0311.
•Florida Gulf Coast University Wilson Bradshaw Library: 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. Mon-Thu 7a-11:30p, Fri 7a-8p, Sat 1-6p, Sun 11a-11:30p. 590-7199.
•Florida SouthWestern State College: Collier campus. 7505 Grand Lely Dr, Building G, Naples. Mon-Thu 7:30a-7p, Fri 8a-4p, Sat 10a-4p.732-3774.
•Florida SouthWestern State College: Lee Campus. 8099
College Pkwy, Building J, Fort Myers. Mon-Thu 7:30a-7p, Fri 8a4p, Sat 10a-4p.489-9220.
•Fort Myers: 2450 First St, Ft Myers. Min-Wed 9a-8p, Thu 9a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4600.
•Fort Myers Beach: 2755 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Mon-Fri 9a-5p & sat 9a-1p. 765-8162.
•Americana Community Music Association Listening Room: All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Select Fri- Sun 7p. 691-4069.
•Bay Street Yard: 2136 Bay St, Ft Myers. Live music select nites. 270-5941.
•Bone Hook Brewery: 1514 Immokalee Rd, Naples. Live music select nites. 631-8522.
•Buckingham Blues Bar: 5641 Buckingham Rd., Ft Myers. Live music select nites. Free open blues jam Wed 8-11p & Sun 3-6p: Tommy
Lee Cook & The Buckingham Blues. 693-7111.
•Buddha Bar: 12701 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music select WedSun nites. 482-8565.
•Cape Cabaret: 4725 Vincennes Blvd, Cape Coral. Tue nites: jazz & blues jams 7-9:30p; Comedy nites: Fri & select Sat nites 7p; live music select nites 7-10p. Tue. 549-3000.
•Coastal Dayz Brewery: 2161 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers, Live music select nites & Sat 2-5p. Free. 204-9665.
•Fancy’s Southern Café: 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. Live music select nights. 208-2564.
•Fancy’s Southern Café: 8890 Salrose Ln, #101, Ft Myers. Live music select nights. 561-2988.
•Fort Myers Brewing Company: 12811 Commerce Lake Dr, #27, Ft Myers. Live music Wed 6-9p, Fri & Sat 7-10p, Sun 2-5p. Free. 313-6576.
•Matanzas on the Bay: 414 Crescent St, Ft Myers Beach. Live music nitely 5-9p & Sun 12-4p; last Wed 7-9p Comedy Nite. Free. 463-3838.
•Millennial Brewing: 1811 Royal Palm Ave, Ft Myers. Live music Fri nites 6-9p. Free. 271-2255.
•Off the Hook Comedy Club: 2500 Vanderbilt Beach, Naples. Comedians Thu-Sat & select Sun, Tue, Wed nites. 540-7867.
•Ollie’s Pub: 1019 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral. Tue: Open jam; live music select Fri & Sat nites. 540-7867.
•Point Ybel Brewing Company: 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music— jazz select Thu 7-9p: Brandon Robertson Quartet; Irish music 1st Sun 4-7p: The Rowdy Bards; folk music Sat 1-5p: Jeff Lyons. Free. 603-6535.
•Rack ‘em Spirits & Times: 1011 SE 47th Ter, Cape Coral. Live music select Fri & Sat nites. Free. 540-7225.
•Snappers Laugh-In Comedy Café: 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. Comedians Thu-Sat nites. 479-5233.
•South Street City Oven & Grill: 1410 Pine Ridge Rd, # 4, Naples. Live music select Fri-Sun 8-11p. Free. 435-9333.
•South Street City Oven & Grill: 8845 Founders Square Dr, Naples. Live music select Fri-Sun 8-11p. Free. 435-9333.
•Space 39 Art Bar & Martini Lounge: 39 Patio de Leon, Ft Myers. Live music select Wed-Sat nites. 204-9949.
•Sugarshack Downtown: 27421 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. Live music nitely. 301-4321.
•Swamp Cat Brewing: 1943 Fowler St, Ft Myers. Live music Fri & Sat nites. 887-3223.
•Ter-Tini’s Music & Event Hall: 1901 Crystal Dr, Ft Myers. Live music select nites. 344-6147.
•The Beach Bar: 1668 I St, Ft Myers Beach. Live music nitely. 224-4901.
•The Cove: Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. Live Sat & select Fri nites 5-8p. Free. 2524386
•The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon: 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music select Fri & Sat nites. 985-9839.
•The Stage: 9144 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. Live tribute bands select nites. 405-8566.
•Whiskey Park: 3300 Mercantile Ave, Naples. Live music Fri & Sat 9:30p-1a. 263-6777.
•Z’s Music Kitchen: 12655 Tamiami Tr E, Naples. Live music select Fri & Sat 6-9p. 304-9552.
