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EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
December-January
Jim Gaffigan performs News Year's Eve, December 31 at Hertz Arena in Estero.
Sebastian Maniscalco performs December 4 & 5 at Hertz Arena in Estero.
Kevin Hart performs at Hertz Arena in Estero on December 17.
Jerry Seinfeld performs January 31 at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers.
DECEMBER
December 1 SUNDAY
•Naples Big Band: Christmas concert. Cambier Park, 755 Park St S, Naples. 2p. Free. 777-0416.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•SW-FloridaCon: Comic book & pop culture convention. Celebrities, live entertainment, demos, vendors, cosplay contests, panels, kids’ activities, live wrestling, food. Embassy Suites Hotel, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Ft Myers. 10a-5p. 949-4222.
•The Nutcracker: Naples Ballet w Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 2 & 7p. 597-1900.
•The Rowdy Bards: Irish pub music. Point Ybel Brewing, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. 4-7p. Free. 603-6535.
•Uptown Naples Fine Art Festival: Outdoor art show & sale.800 Laurel Oak Dr, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 561-746-6615.
•Winter’s Glow: Key Chorale concert. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 4p. 941-552-8768.
December 2 MONDAY
•Dave Koz & Friends Christmas: Concert w Jonathan Butler, Vincent Ingala, Adam Hawley, Rebecca Jade. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
December 3 TUESDAY
•Art Reception: Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. 6-8p. Free. 540-5789.
•Chanticleer Holiday Concert: Male vocal ensemble concert. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-966-6161.
•Early Birding Walk: 3 hour guided boardwalk tour. Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 8a. Register. 348-9151.
•FGCU Choirs & Symphony Orchestra: Joyful & Triumphant concert. Moorings Presbyterian Church, 791 Harbour Dr, Naples. 4 & 7p. Free. 745-4268.
•Hogs & Dogs: Harley Davidson motorcycles display, hot dogs lunch. Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 12a-12a. Free. 941-639-8810.
•Holiday Taste of Opera: Gulfshore Opera concert. Isles Yacht Club, 1780 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 6p. rsvp. 529-3925.
December 4 WEDNESDAY
•Ben Folds: Concert w Naples Phiharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 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.
•Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Festival of Trees Preview Party: Holiday decorated trees fundraiser. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 4-6p. Tree viewing 11a-9p. rsvp. 333-1933.
•Film Screening & Discussion: Independent film - North Putnam, filmmaker Q&A. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 6p. 939-2787.
•Night Tour: 2 hour guided boardwalk tour. Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 7p. Register. 348-9151.
•Sebastian Maniscalco: Comedy. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Sterking Elliot & Janice Carissa: Cello & piano concert. Grand Piano Series concert. Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 469-333-3231.
December 5 THURSDAY
•An Evening in Paris Gala: Opera Naples fundraiser – cocktails, dinner, concert, dancing. Royal Poinciana Golf Club, 1600 Solana Rd, Naples. 5:30p. rsvp. 963-9050.
•Art Reception & Talk: Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 590-7199.
•Art Reception: Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-365-2032.
•Art Reception: Hirdie Girdie Gallery, 2490 Library Way, Sanibel. 5-8p. Free. 395-0027.
•Brandon Robertson Quartet: Jazz music. Point Ybel Brewing, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. 7-9p. Free. 603-6535.
•Christmas Sale & Auction: Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral. 5-6:30p. Free. 772-5657.
•Festival of Trees Wine & Paint Party Holiday decorated trees fundraiser. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-9p. Tree viewing 10a-10p. rsvp. 333-1933.
•FGCU Piano Ensembles: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Guided Hike: CREW Cypress Dome Hiking Trails, 4600 Corkscrew Rd, Immokalee. 9a. Register. 657-2253.
•Holiday Taste of Opera: Gulfshore Opera concert. The Club at The Strand, 5840 Strand Blvd, Naples. 6p. rsvp. 529-3925.
•JJ Grey & Mofro: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Matt Matthews: Comedy. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 481-4849.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Sebastian Maniscalco: Comedy. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Sunset Concert: Claire Chase. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Historic Spanish Point, 337 N Tamiami Tr Osprey. 5:30p. 941-366-5731.
December 6 FRIDAY
•Art Reception: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 939-2787.
•Art Reception: Bayshore Art Gallery, 3954 Bayshore Dr, Naples. Tue-Sat 5-8p. Free. 778-4665.
•Art Reception: Cape Coral Art Center, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 5-7p. Free. 574-0802.
•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.
•Art Walk: Receptions, music, food. Bayshore Arts District, Bayshore Dr, btwn US 41 & Linda Dr, Naples. 5-8p. Free. 293-2932.
•Christmas Gala Fundraiser: Naples Historical Society Historic Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave S, Naples. 6:30p. rsvp. 261-8164.
•Christmas Tree Lighting: Live music, kids activities, photo ops, vendors. Bell Tower Shops, Daniels & US 41, Center Court. Ft Myers. 6-9p, tree lighting 6:30p. Free. 334-2261.
•Collier County Snow Fest: Family festival, music, kids activities & games, food. Paradise Coast Sports Complex. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 3-6p. Free. 252-4386.
•Comedy Zone: Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Community Christmas Party: Art & gifts sale. DAAS Co-op Gallery, Alliance for the Arts campus, 10051 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5:30-9p. Free. 590-8645.
•Festival of Trees Concert & Wreath Lighting: Music by The Nowhere Band. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-10p, tree lighting 7p, music 7:30p. Free. 333-1933.
•FGCU Bower School of Music & the Arts Students Concert: Luminary Hotel, 2200 Edwards Dr, Ft Myers. 4p. Free. 344-7025.
•FGCU Chamber Strings: All is Bright concert. Saniebl Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 4p. Free. 745-4268.
•Guided Forest Meditation: Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 9a. Register. 348-9151.
•Jingle Bell Bash: Kids activities, treats, photos w Santa. Children’s Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Rd, Naples. 5:30p. 514-0084.
•Lewis Black: Comedy. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 8p. 941-953-3368.
•SWFL Concert Band: Bells of Joy concert. S Ft Myers High School, 14020 Plantation Rd, Ft Myers. 7p. Free. 666-5970.
•The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys: Bluegrass band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Toadfrog: Play. Ghostbird Theatre production. Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd Estero. 7:30p. Free w park admit. 691-4128.
•Tommy Emmanuel: Concert, String Revolution opens. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Venice Laughs: Comedians Al Ernst Kathy McSteen, Dan Gierlach, Max McGee. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•Zarna Garg: Comedy. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
December 7 SATURDAY
•Artist Talk: Rafael Lozano-Hemmer. Baker Museum, Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 11:30a. 597-1900.
•Bob Lauver’s Comedy Hypnosis Show: Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 6p. 323-6570.
•Bromeliad Sale: Experts, plant sale. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Free plant sale, workshops Pre-register. 9a-4p. 334-7419.
•Cliff Eberhardt: Americana concert, Louise Mosrie opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Festival of Trees Santa’s Block Party: Holiday decorated trees fundraiser. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 10a-20p. Tree viewing 10a-10p. 333-1933.
•Festival of Trees Sydney’s Rooftop Santa Party: Holiday decorated trees fundraiser. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6p-12a. Free. Tree viewing 11a-6p. 333-1933.
•Florida Everblades vs Jacksonville IceMen: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Ft Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade: Leaving Salty Sam’s Marina 6p, heading northwest under Matanzas Pass Bridge, past Coast Guard station, past Pink Shell Resort, along Estero Island, across Matanzas Harbor. Live music at Bayside Veterans Park. 6p. Free. 454-7500.
•Guided Forest Bathing: Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9:30a. Register. 530-5972.
•Handel’s Messiah: Naples Philharmonic & chorus concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival: Live music - Danielle Nicole Band, Vanessa Collier, Monster Mike Welch, Kat Riggins, Mitch Woods & His Rocket 88s, Dylan Triplett, Melody Angel. Waterside Park, 7301 Island Cove Ter, Lakewood Ranch. 9a-8p.
•Lee Roy Parnell: Texas Flavored Christmas - country music. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Live Band: Charlie Pace Band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 5-8p. Free. 252-4386.
•Naples Jazzmasters: Concert. River Park Community Center, 301 11th St N, Naples. 2-4p. Free. 612-327-3835.
•Noah Mair: Vocal recital. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3p. Free. 745-4268.
•One Vision of Queen: Marc Martel tribute concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Open House: Holiday treats &. gifts. Estero Historical Society Museum, 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero. 9:30a-12:30pp. Free. 272-1911.
•Panel Discussion: Florida Contemporary. Baker Museum, Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 1:30p. 597-1900.
•Reiann Anderson: Vocal recital. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3:30p. Free. 745-4268.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Beethoven’s Seventh. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 2:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Tas Cru: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•The Outlaws: Green Brass & Yuletide Jam concert. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
•Toadfrog: Play. Ghostbird Theatre production. Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd Estero. 7:30p. Free w park admit. 691-4128.
•Victoria Hyman: Vocal recital. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free. 745-4268.
December 8 SUNDAY
•Beethoven’s Seranade: Naples Philharmonic members chamber music concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•Bonita Springs Concert Band: Christmas concert. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 6-7:30p. Free. 405-3320.
•Bromeliad Sale: Experts, plant sale. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Free plant sale, workshops Pre-register. 9a-4p. 334-7419.
•Chayanne: Concert. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 8p. 948-7825.
•Choral Artists of Sarasota: Concert - Happy Christmukkah. Church of Redeemer, 222 S Palm Ave, Sarasota. 7p. 941-387-4900.
•Deck the Halls: Gulf Coast Symphony & Ft Myers Mastersingers concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700.
•Handel’s Messiah: Naples Philharmonic & chorus concert. First Presbyterian Church, 9751 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 7p. 597-1900.
•Lee County Community Band: Mariner High School, 701 Chiquita Blvd N, Cape Coral. 3p. Free. 600-9052.
•Maxim Lando: Piano concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3p. 745-4268.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Beethoven’s Seventh. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 2:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Spirit of the Gulf Chorus: Holiday concert. S Ft Myers High School, 14020 Plantation Rd, Ft Myers. 2p. 360-320-1161.
•Venice Laughs: Comedians Juanita Lolita, Seetha the Comic, Greg Schwartz, Tara Zimmerman. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
December 9 MONDAY
•Guided Birding Walk: CREW Marsh Hiking Trails, 3980 Corkscrew Rd, Immokalee. 8a. Register. 657-2253.
•Guided Forest Bathing: Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers. 9:30p. Register. 275-3435.
•Guided Hike: CREW Marsh Hiking Trails, 3980 Corkscrew Rd, Immokalee. 9a. Register. 657-2253.
•Holiday Pops: SWFL Symphony concert. Tribby Arts Center, Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 2 & 7p. 418-1500.
•Mark Evans: Comedy. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 7:30p. 941-475-6756.
•Night Tour: 2 hour guided boardwalk tour. Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 7p. Register. 348-9151.
•Turkey Lunch: Estero Historical Society luncheon w speaker Christine Summa. Village of Country Creek, 21180 Country Creek Dr, Estero. 12p. Register. Free. 272-1911.
•Voices of Naples: Christmas Traditions concert. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 777 Mooring Line Dr, Naples. 7p. Free. 455-2582.
December 10 TUESDAY
•Art Reception: Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30-7p. Free. 394-4221.
•Beethoven’s Seranade: Naples Philharmonic members chamber music concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•Early Birding Walk: 3 hour guided boardwalk tour. Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 8a. Register. 348-9151.
•Holiday Pops: SWFL Symphony concert. Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 701 Carmelita St, Punta Gorda. 7p. 418-1500.
•Lecture: How the Mid-Century Shaped Christmas. Collier Museum at Government Center, 3331 Tamiami Tr E, Naples. 2p. Free. 252-8476.
•Matthew West: Holiday concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 481-4849.
•Songwriters on the Plaza: Free acoustic concert w Mac Martin, Bob Patetta, Peter Slota. Downtown Ft Myers Library amphitheater, S Cornog Plaza, 1651 Lee St, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 691-4069.
December 11 WEDNESDAY
•A Christmas Carol: One-man show – Duffy Hudson. Bonita Springs Library, 10560 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 2p. Free. Register. 479-4636.
•Allman Betts Family Revival: Rock concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 8p. 941-953-3368.
•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.
•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Holiday Meet & Greet: Clyde & Niki Butcher. Clyde Butcher’s Big Cypress Gallery, 52388 Tamiami Tr, MM 54, Ochopee. 10a-3p. Free. 695-2428.
•Holiday Pops: SWFL Symphony concert. Faith Presbyterian Church, 4544 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 7p. 418-1500.
•Holiday Shopping Nighty Market: Indoors & outdoors. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-8p. Free. 939-2787.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Merry & Bright. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 5:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Sierra Club Calusa Group Meeting: Tice Fire Station, 9351 Workmen Way, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 218-1354.
•Sudamerica Latin Groove: Latin music. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•The Nutcracker: N Ft Myers Academy of the Arts. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 481-4849.
December 12 THURSDAY
•Artist Talk & Book Signing: EA Kahane. Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-365-2032.
•Black Flag: Punk rock band. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•Evening on Fifth: Live music, dancing, art demos & exhibits, dining, shopping along 5th Ave S, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free. 692-8436.
•Holiday Art Gifts Show: Holiday art show, demos, sale. Tower Gallery, 751 Tarpon Bay Rd. 5-7p. Free. 579-0659.
•Holiday Concert: BIG ARTS Community Chorus & Concert Band. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. Free. 395-0900.
•Lindsay Garritson: Piano concert - selections from The Nutcracker. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Piano Talks: Home for the Holidays w Jodie DeSalvo. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Merry & Bright. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•The Fab Four: Beatles tribute band. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 481-4849.
•Ugly Sweater Reception & Hurricane Benefit Sale: Ugly sweater contest. Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 5-7p. Free. 941-639-8810.
December 13 FRIDAY
•Bret Michaels, Dee Snider, Night Ranger: Concert. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Brews for the Birds: Fundraiser - local craft beers, food trucks, DJ & dancing. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 6-8p 334-7419.
•Caleb Caudie & The Sweet Critters: Americana concert. Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota. 8p. 941-894-6469.
•Christmas Karaoke: Singing. Collier Museum at Government Center, 3331 Tamiami Tr E, Naples. 6-8p. Free. 252-8476.
•Comedy Zone: Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Holiday Market: Crafts & food. Seminole Tribe of Florida. Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, 34725 W Boundary Rd, Clewiston. 10a-4p. Free. 863-902-1113.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Classical music. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Merry & Bright. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 5:30p. 941-953-3434.
•The Swingin’ Clique: Outdoor swing concert. Babcock Ranch bandshell. Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, 6-9p. Free. 941-200-1482.
•Tuba Christmas: Live music. Sugden Park Plaza, 4270 Tamiamii Tr E, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free. 692-8436.
•Voices of Naples: Christmas Traditions concert. Grace Lutheran Church, 860 Banyan Blvd, Naples. 7p. free. 455-2582.
•Wine & Wonder Uncorked: Wine tasting fundraiser, live music, holiday market. Wonder Gardens, 27180 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 6-8p. rsvp. 992-2591.
•Winter Serenade: Magic Holiday Memories - jazz concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
December 14 SATURDAY
•Art Reception: Creative Liberties Artist Studios, Gallery & Academy, 927 N Lime Ave, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-799-6634.
•Backyard Bluesfest: Damon Fowler, Sandy Atkinson. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-7p. 693-7111.
•Brahms’ Piano Concerto No 1: Concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 277-1700.
•Cowboy Christmas: Pictures with Santa. Immokalee Pioneer Museum, 1215 Roberts Ave, Immokalee. 10a-2p. Free. 252-2611.
•Family Art Day: Creative Liberties Artist Studios, Gallery & Academy, 927 N Lime Ave, Sarasota. 9:30a-12p. Free. 941-799-6634.
•Fine Arts & Crafts Show: Naples Artcrafters. Cambier Park, 755 8 Ave S, Naples. 10a-4p. Free. 304-5258.
•Garden Talk: Staff offers gardening advice. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10a. 334-7419.
•Holiday Market: Crafts & food. Seminole Tribe of Florida. Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, 34725 W Boundary Rd, Clewiston. 10a-4p. Free. 863-902-1113.
•Live Band: James William Band. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 5-8p. Free. 252-4386
•Mean Mary: Americana concert. Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota. 8p. 941-894-6469.
•Mike Zito: Blues. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Music in the Garden: Kelly Neff Trio. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 2-4p. 643-7275.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Classical music. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Open Artist Studios & Galleries: More than 30 galleries & studios in Sarasota Studio Artists Association. Various locations throughout Sarasota. 11a-3p. Free.
•Open Artist Studios: Dozen artist studios. SRQ East Art Studios, 8326 Consumer Ct, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-363-1724.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Precious Pix: Staff takes your holiday photos - free. Naples Historical Society Historic Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave S, Naples. 12-4p. 261-8164.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Merry & Bright. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•SWFL Fine Craft Guild: Member meeting. Cape Coral Art Center, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 11a-1p. Free. 574-0802.
•The Nutcracker: Gulfshore Ballet. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 6:30p. Free. 395-0900.
•Thomas Mac: Country music concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•Venice Laughs: Comedians Harley Worthit, Mary Ellen DePetrillo, Cliff Hornsby, Ruth Weisberg. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
December 15 SUNDAY
•Bill Metts & Frank Corso: Bluegrass concert. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3p. 939-2787.
•Brahms’ Piano Concerto No 1: Concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 3p. 277-1700.
•Ehnes Plays Tchaikovsky: Naples Philharmonic members chamber music concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•Elvis - ’68 Comeback Special: Tribute concert. The Belle Theatre, 2708 Santa Barbara Blvd, #135, Cape Coral. 2p. 323-5533.
•Florida Philharmonic: Home for the Holiday concert w Florida Phil Chorus & Children’s Choir. Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Rd, Punta Gorda. 3:30p. 941-529-6094.
•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers: Holiday concert - Comfort & Joy. Peace Lutheran Church, 9850 Immokalee Rd, Naples. 5:30p. 288-2535.
•Naples Concert Band: Free outdoor holiday concert. Cambier Park bandshell, Park St, downtown Naples. 2-4p. Fr270-1221.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Rock the Stage Finals: Country music concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 2-9p. 985-9839.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Merry & Bright. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 4p. 941-953-3434.
•Venice Laughs: Comedians Mary Ellen DePetrillo, Cliff Hornsby, Ruth Weisberg, Scott Novotny. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
December 16 MONDAY
•Chuck Gillespie: Storyteller. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 7:30p. 941-475-6756.
•Classic Carols, Modern Mirth: The Venice Chorale concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave, Venice. 7p. 941-218-3779.
•Michael D’Amore Christmas Show: Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 7p. 772-5862.
December 17 MONDAY
•Kevin Hart: Comedy. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Zach Bartholomew - A Charlie Brown Christmas: Jazz concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
December 18 TUESDAY
•Ancient Forest Tour: 3 hour guided boardwalk tour. Corkscrew Swamp Blair Audubon Center, 375 Sanctuary Rd, Naples. 9a. Register. 348-9151.
•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.
•Florida Everblades vs South Carolina Stingrays: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Ken Peplowski: All That Jazz concert w Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
•Kenny G: Holiday jazz concert. Calusa Sound Amphitheater, Luminary Hotel, 2101 Edwards Dr, Ft Myers. 7p. 314-3723.
•Selwyn Birchwood: Blues concert. Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota. 8p. 941-894-6469.
•The Brown Campbell Blues Band: Concert. Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7p. 941-485-7136.
December 19 WEDNESDAY
•Art Reception: Arts Bonita Visual Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 6-8p. Free. 495-8989.
•Artist Talk: Ermin Tabakovic. Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-365-2032.
•Audubon of SWFL Meeting: The Collaboratory, 10868 Metro Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 410-6971.
•Brandon Robertson Quartet: Jazz music. Point Ybel Brewing, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. 7-9p. Free. 603-6535.
•Christmas for Kids: Music & storytelling. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 7:30p. 941-255-1022.
•Florida Everblades vs South Carolina Stingrays: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Holiday Pops: Naples Philharmonic Christmas concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Lecture: The Dauntless Dr Snyder. Museum of the Everglades, 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. 2p. Free. 695-0008.
•Lunch & Learn Lecture: Rookery Bay’s Environmental Partners. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 12p. 530-5940.
•Matt Fraser: Medium. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 481-4849.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Reggae Sunset Jam: Live music. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Free. 333-1933.
•Sanibel Captiva Art League Meeting: Guest speaker Dana Enders. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 11a-1p. Free. 322-8593.
•Selwyn Birchwood: Blues concert. Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota. 8p. 941-894-6469.
•Zach Bartholomew - A Charlie Brown Christmas: Jazz concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
December 20 FRIDAY
•A Very Victorian Murder: GibsonHouse Mystery Performers, Interactive mystery. Elks Lodge, 3231 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 867-6098.
•Art Reception: BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. Talk 4p, reception 5-7p. Free. 395-0900.
•Art Reception: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 5-7p. Free. 941-485-7136.
•Comedy Zone: Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Family Art Day: Creative Liberties Artist Studios, Gallery & Academy, 927 N Lime Ave, Sarasota. 9:30a-12p. Free. 941-799-6634.
•Florida Everblades vs South Carolina Stingrays: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Holiday Pops: Naples Philharmonic Christmas concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Home for the Holidays: Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Hunter McDaniel: Live music. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Free. 333-1933.
•Mark Sanders: Celebrating Broadway at Christmas - cabaret. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Music Walk: Live music & dancing at several cafes, clubs & galleries. Downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 313-5129.
•Rave & Rock Circus: Concert - Teahouse, Psychofluid, Ichenen, Alexa Murphy. Dancing, art, food. Davis Art Center back parking lot, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 7-11p. 333-1933.
•The Betty Fox Band: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Thunder Beach Band: Outdoor 80s rock concert. Babcock Ranch bandshell. Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, 6-9p. Free. 941-200-1482.
December 21 SATURDAY
•BCR Rockers: Outdoor 70s & 80s pop concert. Babcock Ranch bandshell. Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, 6-9p. Free. 941-200-1482.
•Compton & Bennett: Home for the Holidays. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 2 & 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Holiday Pops: Naples Philharmonic Christmas concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 2 & 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Home for the Holidays: Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 3:30 & 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•The Nutcracker: Gulf Coast Symphony concert w Gulfshore Ballet. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 2 & 7:30p. 277-1700.
December 22 MONDAY
•Compton & Bennett: Home for the Holidays. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 2p. 495-8989.
•Holiday Pops: Naples Philharmonic Christmas concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 2p. 597-1900.
•Home for the Holidays: Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 3:30p. 941-218-0658.
•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free outdoor concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. Free. 612-327-3835.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Beethoven & Brass. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 4p. 941-953-3434.
December 26 THURSDAY
•A Pioneer Christmas: Crafts, games, activities. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 10a-2p. Free. 642-1440.
•Family Fun Night: Live music, dance demos, crafts, games, mini zoo w exotic animals. Bell Tower Shops, Daniels Pkwy & US 41, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 318-8560.
•Indie Music Night: Live music - band tba. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Free. 333-1933.
•Sailor Circus: Red Troupe Winter Show - 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee. Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
December 27 FRIDAY
•A Pioneer Christmas: Crafts, games, activities. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 10a-2p. Free. 642-1440.
•Departure: Journey Tribute band. Calusa Sound Amphitheater, Luminary Hotel, 2101 Edwards Dr, Ft Myers. 7p. 314-3723.
•From the Edge: Outdoor country concert. Babcock Ranch bandshell. Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, 6-9p. Free. 941-200-1482.
•Memphis Lightening: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Sailor Circus: Red Troupe Winter Show - 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee. Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
December 28 SUNDAY
•A Pioneer Christmas: Crafts, games, activities. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 10a-2p. Free. 642-1440.
•Cirque Dreams Holidaze: Holiday circus show. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 4p. 481-4849.
•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•One 2 Many: Outdoor rock oldies concert. Babcock Ranch bandshell. Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, 6-9p. Free. 941-200-1482.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Sailor Circus: Red Troupe Winter Show - 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee. Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
December 29 SUNDAY
•Cirque Dreams Holidaze: Holiday circus show. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 481-4849.
•Sailor Circus: Red Troupe Winter Show - 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee. Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
December 30 SUNDAY
•Chris Kattan: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.
•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Straight No Chaser: Jazz concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 481-4849.
December 31 TUESDAY
•Chris Kattan: New Year’s Eve Dinner ShowOff the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.
•Jim Gaffigan: Comedy. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•New Year’s Eve Celebration: DJ & live music. Four Freedoms Park, 4818 Tarpon Ct, Cape Coral. 5-8p. Free. 772-5657.
•New Year’s Eve Celebration: DJ, dancing, fireworks. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. rsvp. 333-1933.
•New Year’s Eve Gala: Dinner & show. Murder Mystery Dinner Train Theater, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 275-8487.
•New Year’s Eve Gala: Dinner, concert, dancing, fireworks. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St, Sarasota. 7p-1a. rsvp. 941-366-5731.
•Pure Country: New Year’s Eve concert & buffet. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 985-9839.
JANUARY
January 1 WEDNESDAY
•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.
•Guided Forest Bathing: Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9:30a. Register. 530-5972.
January 2 THURSDAY
•Art of Blues Band: Concert w Steve Arvey & Bill Buchman. Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7p. 941-485-7136.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
January 3 FRIDAY
•Art Reception: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 939-2787.
•Art Reception: Bayshore Art Gallery, 3954 Bayshore Dr, Naples. Tue-Sat 5-8p. Free. 778-4665.
•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 Reception: Hirdie Girdie Gallery, 2490 Library Way, Sanibel. 5-8p. Free. 395-0027.
•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at several galleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 313-5129.
•Art Walk: Receptions, music, food. Bayshore Arts District, Bayshore Dr, btwn US 41 & Linda Dr, Naples. 5-8p. Free. 293-2932.
•Florida Everblades vs Jacksonville IceMen: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Live Band: Toby Keith & Tom Petty tribute concert. The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. 5-8p. Free. 252-4386.
•Mark Sanders: Celebrating Broadway - cabaret. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Open House: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 10a-2p. Free. 941-639-8810.
•Sandy Atkinson: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
January 4 SATURDAY
•Celebration in the Sky: Free fireworks show. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 5p. 800-218-0007.
•Detroit Doors: Rock concert. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 6p. 323-6570.
•Donna the Buffalo: Americana band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•JP Soars: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Naples New Year’s Art Show: Outdoor art fair. 5th Ave S, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 262-6517.
•Open House: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 10a-2p. Free. 941-639-8810.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Reckless Saints: Americana concert, The Bernardis opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
January 5 SUNDAY
•Andrea Pena & Artists - UAQUE: Dance performance w Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Detroit Doors: Rock concert. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 7p. 323-6570.
•Naples Big Band: Concert. Veterans Park, 901 Park Ave, Marco Island. 2p. Free. 777-0416.
•Naples New Year’s Art Show: Outdoor art fair. 5th Ave S, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 262-6517.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Mozart on the Road. Sarasota Opera House. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 4p. 941-953-3434.
•The Rowdy Bards: Irish pub music. Point Ybel Brewing, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. 4-7p. Free. 603-6535.
January 6 MONDAY
•Los Lobos: Americana concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Movie Mondays: Ft Myers Film Festival screenings. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 7p. 333-1933.
•Naples Big Band: Concert. Cambier Park, 755 Park St S, Naples. 7p. Free. 777-0416.
•Uptown: R&B & soul music concert. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
January 7 TUESDAY
•Art Reception: Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. 6-8p. Free. 540-5789.
•Grand Reopening Celebration: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 West Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. 941-575-1718.
•Schumann’s Piano Quintet: Naples Philharmonic members concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
January 8 WEDNESDAY
•Akhil Reed Amar: Lecture - Should the Constitution Be Amended for the 21st Century. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Art Reception: Live music, wine, hors d’oevres. Coco Art Gallery, Coconut Mall, 8074 Mediterranean Dr, Estero. 5-7p. Free. 949-3073.
•Bacharach & Friends: Tribute concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 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.
•Grand Reopening Celebration: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 West Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. 941-575-1718.
•Ikebana Meeting: Demo & workshop. Naples Botanical Garden, Buehler Auditorium, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9:30a. Free.
•Martin: Country band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Opera Naples Guild Toasts: Lecture, Q&A, wine. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 4p. rsvp. 963-9050.
•Sierra Club Calusa Group Meeting: Tice Fire Station, 9351 Workmen Way, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 218-1354.
January 9 THURSDAY
•Art Reception: Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 6-8p. Free. 495-8989.
•Art Reception: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 5-7p. Free. 941-639-8810.
•Art Reception: Wine & cheese. Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral. 5-6:30p. Free. 772-5657.
•Bacharach & Friends: Tribute concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
•Broadway & Beyond: Jodi Keogan concert. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 6p. Free. 642-1440.
•Evening on Fifth: Live music, dancing, art demos & exhibits, dining, shopping along 5th Ave S, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free. 692-8436.
•Grace Morrison & Marc Berado: Americana concert, D/hruva opens. Calusa Nature Center Planetarium, 3487 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers., 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Grand Reopening Celebration: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 West Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. 941-575-1718.
•Harlem Globetrotters: Comic basketball. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Lecture & Book Signing: Clyde & Niki Butcher. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 1-3p. 472-1100.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Carmen & La mer. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Zach Bartholomew & Jeff Ellwood: Jazz concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
January 10 FRIDAY
•Art Reception: Cape Coral Art Center, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 5-7p. Free. 574-0802.
•Art Reception: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 5-7p. Free. 941-485-7136.
•Dancing Queen: ABBA tribute band. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
•Grand Reopening Celebration: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 West Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. 941-575-1718.
•Jumaane Smith: Jazz concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Ravel’s Bolero. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Styx: Concert. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Sports Orchestrated: Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
January 11 SATURDAY
•A Soldier’s Tale & Dead Elvis: Gulf Coast Symphony members concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 277-1700.
•Artist Talk: Keenan Perren. Art Center Sarasota, 707 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-365-2032.
•Backyard Bluesfest: Selwyn Birchwood, Carolyn Wonderland. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-7p. 693-7111.
•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.
•Chris Mann: Sings Tony Bennett Songbook concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Dancing Queen: ABBA tribute band. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
•Fine Arts & Crafts Show: Naples Artcrafters. Cambier Park, 755 8 Ave S, Naples. 10a-4p. Free. 304-5258.
•Garden Talk: Staff offers gardening advice. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10a. 334-7419.
•Grand Reopening Celebration: Sea Grape Gallery, 113 West Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. 10a-4p. 941-575-1718.
•It’s Another Funny Year: Comedy. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 7:30p. 941-475-6756.
•Jeff Dunham: Comedy. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Lecture: Estero Historical Society - Daughters of the American Revolution. Country Creek Country Club, 21180 Country Club Dr, Estero. 9:30a. Free. 272-1911.
•Mural Fest: Teams of artists create mini-murals. Live music. All Out Bail Bonds Bldg, 2220 Dr MLK Jr Blvd, Ft Myers. 9a-5p.
•Music in the Garden: Hat Trick. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 2-4p. 643-7275.
•Naples Jazzmasters: Concert. River Park Community Center, 301 11th St N, Naples. 2-4p. Free. 612-327-3835.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Carmen & La mer. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Open Artist Studios & Galleries: More than 30 galleries & studios in Sarasota Studio Artists Association. Various locations throughout Sarasota. 11a-3p. Free.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Ravel’s Bolero. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Sports Orchestrated: Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 3:30 & 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
January 12 SUNDAY
•A Soldier’s Tale & Dead Elvis: Gulf Coast Symphony members concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 3p. 277-1700.
•Artistic Vision of Luciano Pavarotti Foundation: Presented by Opera Naples – Discussion & advice for aspiring opera singers. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 2p. Free. 963-9050.
•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.
•Florida Philharmonic: Color of Spring concert. Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Rd, Punta Gorda. 3:30p. 941-529-6094.
•In the End: Linkin Park tribute band. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•James Giles: Piano concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3p. 745-4268.
•Lee County Community Band: Mariner High School, 701 Chiquita Blvd N, Cape Coral. 3p. Free. 600-9052.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Renee Fleming: Voice of Nature - The Anthropocene concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Ravel’s Bolero. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 2:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Schumann’s Piano Quintet: Naples Philharmonic members concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•The Flatlanders: Bluegrass concert. Alliance for the Arts lawn, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3p. 939-2787.
•Windjammers: Circus music concert & Sailor Circus show. Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 1:30p. Free. 941-355-9805.
January 13 MONDAY
•Author Lecture & Lunch: Annabelle Tometich. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 12p. 333-1933.
•EnsembleNewSRQ: Visions & Miracles. Classical music concert. First Congregational Church, 1031 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 772-834-7173.
•Scotch & Chocolate: Sip & learn about scotch, paired with sweets. Naples Historical Society’s Historic Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave S, Naples. 4-6p. Register. 261-8164.
January 14 TUESDAY
•Art Reception: Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30-7p. Free. 394-4221.
•Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Czech National Philharmonic Orchestra: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 693-4849.
•Solomon Eichner: Piano concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
•Songwriters on the Plaza: Free acoustic concert w Bob Patetta, Ray Cerbone, Chakulia. Downtown Ft Myers Library amphitheater, S Cornog Plaza, 1651 Lee St, Ft Myers. 6-7:30p. Free. 691-4069.
January 15 WEDNESDAY
•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.
•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.
•Brown Campbell Blues Band: Concert. Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7p. 941-485-7136.
•Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Dr Michael Roth: Lecture - What’s the Future for American Colleges. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Florida Everblades vs Savannah Ghost Pirates: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Jean-Yves Thibaudet: Piano concert. Riverview Performing Arts Center, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-966-6161.
•Performances at the Point: Future Joy. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Historic Spanish Point, 337 N Tamiami Tr Osprey. 5:30p. 941-366-5731.
•Sarasota Orchestra: TV Tunes & Treasures. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 5:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Sudamerica Latin Groove: Girl Power - latin music. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•The Rocket Man Show: Elton John tribute concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
January 16 THURSDAY
•Art Reception & Artist Talk: Artist talk in U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg. 5:30p; reception in Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 6:30-8p. Free. 590-7199.
•Art Reception & Awards Ceremony: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 5-7p. Free. 941-639-8810.
•Art Reception: Creative Liberties Artist Residencies at Gaze Modern Gallery, 340 Central Ave, Sarasota. 5-7p. Free. 941-799-6634.
•Artful Arrangements Special Preview: Japanese tea ceremony & Ikebana floral demos. Naples Art District, Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 2-4p. 249-1977.
•Audubon of SWFL Meeting: The Collaboratory,10868 Metro Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 410-6971.
•Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin’ Birthday Bash: Tribute concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 481-4849.
•Festival of Birds: Presentations, guided field trips, birding walks, buggy rides, boat tours, speakers. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9a-4p. Register. 530-5972.
•Jazz at the MACC: Zach Bartholomew Balancing Act w Benny Bennack concert. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. 7p. 277-1700.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Piano Talks: Dueling Pianos w Jodie DeSalvo & Robert Wells. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.
•Reggae Sunset Jam: Live music. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Free. 333-1933.
•Rick Howard - Mudbone Jam: Blues band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Sanibel Captiva Art League Meeting: Guest speaker Myra Roberts. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 11a-1p. Free. 322-8593.
•Sarasota Orchestra: TV Tunes & Treasures. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Young Artists Concert on Tour: Classical concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
January 17 FRIDAY
•Artful Arrangements Opening Night Preview Parties: Naples Art District artists’ works re-imagined by floral designers. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 5-7p. 249-1977.
•Comedy Zone: Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Completely Unchained: Van Halen tribute band. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•Festival of Birds: Presentations, guided field trips, birding walks, buggy rides, boat tours, speakers. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9a-4p. Register. 530-5972.
•Florida Everblades vs Savannah Ghost Pirates: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers: Beethoven’s 9th w SWFL Symphony. Charlotte Center for Performing Arts, 701 Carmalita St, Punta Gorda. 7p. 288-2535.
•Lecture: Alex Katz & Paul Taylor Dance. Baker Museum, Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 1p. 597-1900.
•Marlow Rosado: Salsa Meets Disco - latin music. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Music Walk: Live music & dancing at several cafes, clubs & galleries. Downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 313-5129.
•Ode to Joy: SWFL Symphony concert. Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 701 Carmelita St, Punta Gorda. 7p. 418-1500.
•Paul Taylor Dance Company: w Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Rockabillaque Florida Kick-Off Party: Free concert – Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones, Shanda & The Howlers, The Surfrajettes, Thwe Bellfuries, Southern Culture on the Skids, Mozzy Dee, Les Greene & The Swayzees, Hillbilly Hellcats. Seminole Casino Hotel Zig Zag Lounge, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 6-11p. Free. 800-218-0007.
•Sarasota Orchestra: TV Tunes & Treasures. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 5:30p. 941-953-3434.
January 18 SATURDAY
•Allan Harris: Jazz concert. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Always Loretta: Loretta Lynn tribute concert – Emily Portman & the Coalminers Band. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Artful Arrangements: Naples Art District artists’ works re-imagined by floral designers. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. 249-1977.
•Backyard Bluesfest: RB Stone, Mark Cameron. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-7p. 693-7111.
•Dennis Regan: Comedy. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 6p. 323-6570.
•Festival of Birds: Presentations, guided field trips, birding walks, buggy rides, boat tours, speakers. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9a-4p. Register. 530-5972.
•Florida Everblades vs Savannah Ghost Pirates: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.
•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers: Beethoven’s 9th w SWFL Symphony. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 288-2535.
•Gulf Coast Writers Association Meeting: Guest speaker - Brenda Spalding. Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Rd, Ft Myers. 10a-12p. Free. 612-209-4489.
•Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples Int’l Voice Competition Finals: Concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7p. Free. 745-4268.
•Nightbird: Stevie Nicks tribute band. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Rockabillaque Florida: Free concert – Pokey LaFarge, The Rhythm Shakers, Koffin Kats, The Surfrajettes, CM Wolf & The Backbones, Little Rachel, The Still Nites, Sasquatch & The Sick-a-Billys, The Patina Turners, Slip & The Spinouts, Jeff Vitolo & The Quarter Mile Rebels. Car & motorcycle show, food trucks. Seminole Casino Hotel, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 1-11p. Free. 800-218-0007.
•Sarasota Orchestra: TV Tunes & Treasures. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Shanna in a Dress: Americana concert, The Lost Lakers opens. All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 691-4069.
•Showtime Benefit: For Venice Theatre rebuild. Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•SWFL Fine Craft Guild: Member meeting. Cape Coral Art Center, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 11a-1p. Free. 574-0802.
January 19 SUNDAY
•Bill Barr: Lecture - The Rule of Law Today. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Bonita Springs Concert Band: Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 2-3:30p. Free. 405-3320.
•Chicago Transit: Chicago tribute band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Festival of Birds: Presentations, guided field trips, birding walks, buggy rides, boat tours, speakers. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9a-4p. Register. 530-5972.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Open House & Art Reception: Arts Bonita Visual Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 6-8p. Free. 495-8989.
•Russian Masterpeices: Chamber music concert w Naples Philharmonic members. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Orchestra: TV Tunes & Treasures. Holley Hall, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N Tamiami Tr. 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 4p. 941-953-3434.
•SWFL Anime-Fest: Entertainment, vendors, cosplay contest, celebrities, video game tournament. Embassy Suites Hotel, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr, Estero. 10a-5p. Kids free. 949-4222.
January 20 MONDAY
•Festival of Birds: Presentations, guided field trips, birding walks, buggy rides, boat tours, speakers. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 9a-4p. Register. 530-5972.
•Love Is a Rose: Linda Ronstadt tribute concert. Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7:30p. 941-488-1115.
•The Hit Men of Country: Country music concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
January 21 TUESDAY
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Norm Lewis - Broadway & Beyond concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•The Hit Men of Country: Country music concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
January 22 WEDNESDAY
•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.
•Lee Greenwood: Country music concert. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Norm Lewis - Broadway & Beyond concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Rikki Klieman: Lecture - Law & the Media. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Sean Jones: All That Jazz concert w Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
January 23 THURSDAY
•Art Reception & Open House: Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6-8p. 495-8989.
•Family Fun Night: Live music, dance demos, crafts, games, mini zoo w exotic animals. Bell Tower Shops, Daniels Pkwy & US 41, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 318-8560.
•Indie Music Night: Live music - band tba. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 8-11p. Free. 333-1933.
•Judy Carmichael Trio: Jazz concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
•Lecture: Aimee Copeland - Wellness in Nature. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.
•Lunch & Learn Lecture: Breeding Homes of our Endangered Shorebirds. Rookery Bay National Research Reserve, Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 12p. 530-5940.
•Monroe Crossing: Bluegrass band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Norm Lewis - Broadway & Beyond concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Terra Guitarra: Nuevo-flamenco concert. Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 5:30p. 642-7270.
•The Four C Notes: Frankie Valli & Four Seasons tribute concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.
•Trio Boheme: Grand Piano Series concert. Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 469-333-3231.
•Wellness in Nature: Programs, lectures, guided hiking, biking, walks. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a-4p. Free. 472-1100.
January 24 FRIDAY
•Comedy Zone: Florida Repertory Theatre. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 7p. 332-4488.
•Davina & the Vagabonds: Blues concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•Ekep Nkwelle: Jazz concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Empire Trio: From Hollywood to Broadway - cabaret. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Norm Lewis - Broadway & Beyond concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Kings of Soul. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Trio Boheme: Grand Piano Series concert. Arts—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 469-333-3231.
•Wellness in Nature: Programs, lectures, guided hiking, biking, walks. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a-4p. Free. 472-1100.
January 25 SATURDAY
•Art Reception: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 939-2787.
•En Plein Air Painting Festival: Naples Art District artists. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 10a-2p. 249-1977.
•Family Art Day: Creative Liberties Artist Studios, Gallery & Academy, 927 N Lime Ave, Sarasota. 9:30a-12p. Free. 941-799-6634.
•Kansas: Rock concert. Seminole Casino Hotel Seminole Center, 506 S 1st St, Immokalee. 8p. 800-218-0007.
•Naples Community Orchestra: Fate & Liberty concert. Moorings Presbyterian Church, 791 Harbour Dr, Naples. 3p. 676-0077.
•Naples Fine Art Show: Outdoor art fair. Italian-American Foundation, 7035 Airport Pulling Rd, Naples. 10a50p. Free. 941-755-3088.
•Naples Philharmonic Pops: Norm Lewis - Broadway & Beyond concert. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 2 & 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Nude Nocturne: Burlesque performances, live painting, body painting, art reception.=. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5-9p. Free. 939-2787.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Outdoor Art & Craft Show: Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 10a-4p. Free. 394-4221.
•Peter Fogel: Play. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 6p. 323-6570.
•Plein Air Fest: Artists paint throughout gardens. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 10a-2p. 643-7275.
•Ronnie Baker Brooks: Blues band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Kings of Soul. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 2:30 & 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Tommy Z: Blues band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.
•Wellness in Nature: Programs, lectures, guided hiking, biking, walks. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a-4p. Free. 472-1100.
January 26 SUNDAY
•Britain’s Finest: Beatles tribute concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.
•Choral Artists of Sarasota: Concert - Gilbert & Sullivan Revue. First Methodist Church, 104 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota. 4p. 941-387-4900.
•Cleveland Orchestra: Classical music concert. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-966-6161.
•House of Hamill: Americana concert, Bob Williams opens. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3p. 691-4069.
•Kristen Chambers & Michael Baron: Soprano & piano concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 3p. 745-4268.
•Ludwig, Lennon & Les Mis: Voices of Naples concert. Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church, 1225 Piper Blvd, Naples. 4p. Free. 455-2582.
•Naples Concert Band: Free outdoor concert - Stars Over Naples. Cambier Park bandshell, Park St, downtown Naples. 2-4p. 270-1221.
•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free outdoor concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. Free. 612-327-3835.
•Naples Fine Art Show: Outdoor art fair. Italian-American Foundation, 7035 Airport Pulling Rd, Naples. 10a50p. Free. 941-755-3088.
•Open Blues Jam: Tommy Lee Cook & the Buckingham Blues Band. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 3-6p. Musicians welcome. Free. 693-7111.
•Outdoor Art & Craft Show: Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. 10a-4p. Free. 394-4221.
•Readers Theatre: New Play Festival. Five one-act play readings. Glass Theatre, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 7:30p. 263-7990.
•Wellness in Nature: Programs, lectures, guided hiking, biking, walks. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a-4p. Free. 472-1100.
January 27 MONDAY
•Britain’s Finest: Beatles tribute concert. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.
•Holocaust Remembrance Day: Commemorate victims, special guest speakers. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 7p. 218-0481.
•John Pizzarelli Trio: Jazz concert. Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd, Ft Myers. 4 & 7p. 415-5667.
January 28 TUESDAY
•Art Reception: Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 590-7199.
•Champ Jaxon Blues concert. Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave S, Venice. 7p. 941-485-7136.
•Frisson Ensemble: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 693-4849.
•Storytelling: Carol Birch - Fire & Ice. Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 590-7199.
•Taste of Opera: Gulfshore Opera concert. Hideaway Beach Club, 250 S Beach Dr, Marco Island. 6p. rsvp. 529-3925.
January 29 WEDNESDAY
•A Night in Vienna: Gulfshore Opera w Naples Philharmonic. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 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.
•Music Matinee: Free concert – Sarasota Opera Studio Artsts. First Presbyterian Church, 2050 Oak St, Sarasota. 2p. Reserve. 941-966-6161.
•Opera Naples Guild Toasts: Lecture, Q&A, wine. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 4p. rsvp. 963-9050.
•Storytelling: Carol Birch - Stories Old & New. Wasmer Gallery, FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 590-7199.
•The Music of ABBA: Tribute concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Vienneses Serenade: Gulfshore Opera concert. Artis-Naples, 58333 Pelican Bay Blvd. Naples. 7p. 529-3925.
January 30 THURSDAY
•Chicago: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.
•Comedy Hour: Comedian tba. Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 7-11p. Free. 333-1933.
•Everclear: Rock band. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.
•Lecture & Book Signing: David Rahahetih - The Spanish Seminole. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Tchaikovsky’s Fate. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Open Studios: Naples Art District Studios & Galleries. Receptions, exhibits, demos. Shirley St & J&C Blvd, Naples. 1-5p. Free. 249-1977.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Heroic Spirit. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•Sunset Concert: TBA. Marie Selby Botanical Garden, 1534 Mound St, Sarasota. 5:30p. 941-366-5731.
•The Boy from Block 66: Arts Bonita Actor Theatre. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
•The Weight Band: Americana band. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.
January 31 FRIDAY
•A Salute to the Pops!: Venice Symphony. Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, bldg. 5, Venice. 7:30p. 941-218-0658.
•ArtFest Fort Myers Opening Night: Party, live music, food, drinks. Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe St & Edwards Dr, Ft Myers Riverfront. 6-9p. Gulf Coast Symphony pops concert 7-8p, Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, 1375 Monroe St. Free. 768-3602.
•Circus Arts Conservatory Gala: Benefit circus performance. Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. Xp. 941-355-9805.
•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Minor league ice hockey. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.
•Garden Side Chickee Chat: Naples Historical Society Historic Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave S, Naples. 11a. Register. 261-8164.
•Jerry Seinfeld: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7 7 9:30p. 481-4849.
•John Williams the Great: SWFL Symphony concert. Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 701 Carmelita St, Punta Gorda. 7p. 418-1500.
•Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Tchaikovsky’s Fate. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7:30p. 597-1900.
•Sarasota Orchestra: Heroic Spirit. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 7:30p. 941-953-3434.
•The Barricade Boys: Concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7:30p. 395-0900.
•The Boy from Block 66: Arts Bonita Actor Theatre. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 495-8989.
•Twisted Pine: Bluegrass concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 6:30p, concert 7:30p. 333-1933.
•Venturino’s Comedy Club: Larry Venturino, Sheena Regan, Jander Gray, Caroline Post. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 7:30p. 941-255-1022.
ONGOING
theater
•59th Street Bridge: thru Mar 30. Florida Studio Theatre. Goldstein Cabaret, 1239 N Palm Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•A Charlie Brown Christmas: Dec 18-22. 2708 Santa Barbara Blvd, #135, Cape Coral. 323-5533.
•A Christmas Carol - the Musical: thru Dec 25. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.
•A Christmas Carol: Dec 6-22. Venice Theatre, Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-488-1115.
•A Christmas Story - the Musical: thru Dec 22. The Naples Players. Kizzie Theater, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.
•A Nice Family Christmas: thru Dec 8. The Studio Players, Joan Jenks Auditorium, Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. 389-9192.
•Admissions: Jan 7-26. Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. 800-3292.
•Aesop’s Fables: Jan 4-Feb 2. Florida Studio Theatre Children’s Theatre. Keating Theatre, 1241 N Palm Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•Ain’t Too Proud: Dec 13-15. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.
•All Is Calm: Dec 4-22. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Asolo Theatre, Florida State Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-351-8000.
•Annie: Dec 12-29. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 323-6570.
•Another Night Before Christmas: thru Dec 25. Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.
•Anything Goes: Dec 13-15. Youth Edition. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 Goodlette-Frank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•Beautiful - The Carol King Musical: thru Jan 5. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Theatre, Florida State Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-351-8000.
•Camelot: Jan 29-Feb 8. Music & Arts Community Center, 13411 Shire Lane, Ft Myers. 277-1700.
•Caught in the Net: Jan 14-Feb 23. Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.
•Christmas with the Crawfords: Dec 6-22. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.
•Clown Bar 2: Dec 12-22. Theatre Conspiracy. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 936-3239.
•Come Back to the 5 & Dime Jimmy Dean: Jan 31-Feb 16. The Studio Players, Joan Jenks Auditorium, Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. 389-9192.
•Dear Albert Eisnstein: thru May 22 select matinees. Florida Repertory Theatre’s Education Conservatory Program. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•Deck the Halls: thru Dec 24. Florida Studio Theatre Children’s Theatre. Keating Theatre, 1241 N Palm Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•Dial M for Murder: Jan 12-Feb 2. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 Goodlette-Frank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•Don Pasquale: Jan 7-19. Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples Academy. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 963-9050.
•Don’t Touch That Dial: Jan 17-Feb 9. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-488-1115.
•Every Brilliant Thing: thru Dec 15. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 S Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples. 261-7529
•Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some): Dec 4-22. Arts Center Theatre, Marco Island Center for the Arts, Marco Town Center Mall, 1089 N. Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 642-7270.
•Fences: Jan 15-Feb 23. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-1505.
•Four Old Broads: Jan 9-26. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 941-255-1022.
•Fully Committed: Dec 10-Jan 12. Florida Repertory Theatre, ArtStage Studio Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•Funny Girl: Jan 14-19. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-953-3368.
•Funny Girl: Jan 21-26. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.
•Good Bad People: Jan 24-Feb 8. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.
•Grandma’s Murder Club: Jan 24-Feb 2 Cultural Park Theatre Company, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 772-5862.
•Greetings: thru Dec 22. Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. 800-3292.
•Home for the Holidays: Dec 20-22. TheatreZone, G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888-966-3352.
•I Spy’d another Murder: Dec 26-Mar 3: Murder Mystery Dinner Train. Seminole Gulf Railway, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.
•Jennifer, Who is Leaving: thru Dec 1. Urbanite Theatre, 1487 2nd St, Sarasota. 941-321-1397.
•Jersey Boys: Jan 7-12. BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.
•Lady Molly of Scotland Yard: Jan 17-Feb 8. Mertz Repertory Theatre, Mertz Theatre, Florida State Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-351-8000.
•Last of the Red Hot Lovers: Jan 8-26. Arts Center Theatre, Marco Island Center for the Arts, Marco Town Center Mall, 1089 N. Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 642-7270.
•Little Women - the Musical: Dec 5-15. Sarasota Players. Crossings at Siesta Key, 32501 S Tamiami Tr, # 1130, Sarasota. 941-365-2494.
•Marian, Or The True Tale of Robin Hood: Dec 6-8. Theatre Conspiracy Youth Theatre. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 939-2787.
•Motown Christmas: thru Jan 5. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-1505.
•My Fair Lady: Jan 31-Mar 2. Venice Theatre, Raymond Center, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-488-1115.
•No Sex Please, It’s Christmas: thru Dec 15. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte. 941-255-1022.
•Off the Charts!: thru Feb 9. Florida Studio Theatre. Court Cabaret, 1239 N Palm Ave, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•Old Ringers: Jan 8-12. Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd, #5, Ft Myers. 323-6570.
•Once: Jan 9-19. TheatreZone, G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888-966-3352.
•Picaddy: Dec 28-30. Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.
•Rudolph Jr: Dec 11-15. Cultural Park Theatre Company, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 772-5862.
•Sailor Circus Fall Show - Zodiac: Dec 26-29. Red Troupe Show – 75th Anniversary Jubilee. Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia Vista, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
•Sarasota Contemporary Dance Ensemble + Natalie Helm & Bluegrass Band: Jan 16-19. Jane Cook Theater, 555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-260-8485.
•Sarasota Contemporary Dance Ensemble + The Barker Project: Dec 5-8. Jane Cook Theater, 555 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-260-8485.
•Sleeping Indoors: Dec 4-22. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 941-475-6756.
•Some Like It Hot: Dec 24 & 26-29. Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.
•Spaceman: Jan 3-Feb 16. Urbanite Theatre, 1487 2nd St, Sarasota. 941-321-1397.
•The Addams Family: Jan 28 & 29 Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-953-3368.
•The Boys from Block 66: Jan 30-Feb 2. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 495-8989.
•The Buddy Holly Story: Dec 31-Feb 15. Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.
•The Cancellation of Lauren Fein: Jan 22-Mar 9. Florida Studio Theatre. Gompertz Theatre, 1265 First St, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•The Da Vinci Code: Jan 3-19. 2708 Santa Barbara Blvd, #135, Cape Coral. 323-5533.
•The Elves & the Shoemaker: Dec 3-24, selected matinees. Broadway Children’s Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 980-5674.
•The Glass Menagerie: Jan 17-19. Royal Palm Players. Boca Grande Community Center, 131 1st St W, Boca Grande. 941-2694.
•The Heart Sellers: Dec 11-Feb 16. Florida Studio Theatre. Keating Theatre, 1265 First St, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•The Lehman Trilogy: Jan 26-Mar 2. Gulfshore Playhouse. Baker Theatre & Education Center, 100 Goodlette-Frank Rd S, Naples. 261-7529.
•The Murder of Roger Ackroyd: thru Dec 15. Florida Repertory Theatre, Historic Arcade Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•The Play That Goes Wrong: Jan 15-Feb 16. The Naples Players. Kizzie Theater, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.
•The Velveteen Rabbit: thru May 27 select matinees. Florida Repertory Theatre’s Education Conservatory Program. Historic Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St & 2267 First St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.
•Tina - the Tina Turner Musical: Dec 13-15. Van Wezel Hall, 777 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. 941-953-3368.
•Toadfrog: Dec 6 & 7. Ghostbird Theatre. Koreshan State Park, 3800 Corkscrew Rd Estero. Free w park admit. 691-4128.
•Venice Laughs: Dec 6-15. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Theatre, 140 Tampa Ave W, Venice. 941-488-1115.
•Waitress: thru Dec 29. Florida Studio Theatre. Gompertz Theatre, 1265 First St, Sarasota. 941-366-9000.
•We Have an Opening… For a Reindeer: thru Dec 25: Murder Mystery Dinner Train. Seminole Gulf Railway, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.
•With This Ring: Jan 15-Feb 9. Lemon Bay Playhouse. 96 W Dearborn St, Englewood. 941-475-6756.
•Wonderland - Illuminate: Featuring Nik Wallenda. Thru Jan 5. Big Top at UTC, 195 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota. 941-355-9805.
art galleries
•Aldo Castillo Gallery: Miromar Design Center, 10800 Corkscrew Rd, Estero. Thru Dec 7: Autumn Shades of Art. Mon-Sat 10a-5p. 312-375-8887.
•Aldo Castillo Gallery: 1634 5th Ave S, Naples. Dec 11-Jan 5: Water Reflections - Enrique Machado; Jan 8-Feb 16: Sand Cast Glass Tue-Sun 11a-7p. 312-375-8887.
•Alliance for the Arts: 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Main Gallery— Dec 6-Jan 4: Off the Walls; Jan 3-25: Nude Nocturne. Theatre Gallery— Jan 3-25: Small Nude Works. Member Gallery—Jan 3-25: Figure Drawing Classes Expo. Receptions 1st Fri 5-7p. Tue-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a-1p. 939-2787.
•Arsenault Studio & Banyan Arts Gallery: Judith Liegeois Designs, 1199 3rd St, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-5p & Sun 1-5p. Free. 263-1214.
•Art Center Sarasota: 707 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Dec 5-18: EA Kahane, Ermin Tabakovic, Keenan Perren, Trompe L’oeil. Mon-Fri 10a-5p & Sar 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. Thru Jan 2: Ft Myers Beach Art Assoc; Jan 9-Feb 20: Arts Inspired by Music. Mon-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a-2p. 495-8989.
•Arts Bonita Visual Arts Center: 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. Dec 19-Jan 15: Arts Bonita Staff & Faculty; Dec 19-Jan 15: Miniature Masterpieces; Jan 23-Mar 6: Arts Bonita Members. Mon-Sat 10a-5p. 495-8989.
•Arts for ACT Gallery: Dec 6-30: Tabby Budde; Jan 3-Feb 3: Lisbeth Ascanio. 2265 First St, Ft Myers. Daily 12-8p. 337-5050.
•Baker Museum: Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Thru Jan 5: Becky Suss - The Dutch House; thru February: Alex Katz - Theater & Dance; thru Jun 29: Florida Contemporary; Dec 7-Jun 15: Rafael Lozano-Hemmer. 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.
•Bayshore Art Gallery: 3954 Bayshore Dr, Naples. Receptions 1st Fri, 5-8p. Tue-Sat 11a-5p. 778-4665.
•BIG ARTS: 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. thru Dec 15: Ghost Horizons - Poetry & Printmaking; thru Jan 19: Springs - Assemblage in Four Mediums; Dec 20-Jan 26: Sanibel-Captiva Art League; Jan 24-Apr 18: Life is Alchemy; Jan 31-Mar 9: Mally Khorasantchi. Mon-Fri 9a-4p, Sat & Sun 9a-1p. 395-0900.
•Bob Rauschenberg Gallery: FSW State College, Humanities Hall, 8099 College Pkwy SW, Ft Myers. Thru Dec 7: William S Burroughs & Laurie Anderson - Language is a Virus. Mon-Fri 10a-4p & Sat 11a-3p. 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. Thru Dec 1: Bigger Than the Dish; thru Dec 1: La Luz; Dec 6-31: Looking Through the Glass; Jan 3-30: Between Worlds - Ft Myers Beach Art Assoc. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Receptions second Fri of month. 574-0802.
•Cape Coral Art League: 516 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. Dec 2-19: Silent Auction; Jan 6-26: Water Wonderland. Mon-Thu 11a-4p. Receptions 1st Thu. Open painting Wed 1-4p. Meetings 1st Mon 11a. Closed Aug. 772-5657.
•Clyde Butcher’s Big Cypress Gallery: 52388 Tamiami Tr, Ochopee. Daily 10a-4:30p. 695-2428.
•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. 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. 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. thru Dec 31: Liza Compass & Jane Rubini, artists-in-residence; Jan 1-Feb 28: Mayer Kersun, Thomas Fabian & Jordan Beutel, artists-in-residence. 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. Dec 5-28: Small Works. Thu-Sat 10a-3p, Sat & Sun by appt. 941-799-6634.
•DAAS Co-op Art Gallery: Dec: DAAS Bazaar; Jan: Sonny Romano. 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.
•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. 941-474-5548.
•Estero Art League: Estero Park Community Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero. Open paint Mon & Thu 9a-3p.
•Florida Gulf Coast University Art Galleries: 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. Wasmer Gallery–Dec 6-13: Senior Projects; Jan 7-Feb 20: Finding Forms - Sue Havens. Cohen Student Union & Sugden Hall— Dec 5-Nov 2025: Environmental Art & Language. Outside Arts Complex— thru Oct 2025: Paul Firmin Public Art Project. Mon-Fri 10a-4p. 590-7199.
•Florida Gulf Coast University Wilson Bradshaw Library: 10501 FGCU Blvd S., 3rd fl, Ft Myers. thru Dec 14: Ann Wolff & Selections from the Permanent Collection; Jan 6-May 3: Sergei Isupov & Selections from Permanent Collection. Mon-Fri 10a-4p. 590-7199.
•Fort Myers Beach Art Association & Gallery: Temporarily Closed. 3030 Shell Mound, Ft Myers Beach. Exhibits– thru Jan 2: Dreams to Wings (Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, Bonita Springs); Jan 3-30: Between Worlds (Cape Coral Art Center, Cape Coral). 463-3909.
•Gallerie B: 5311 Shirley St, #3, Naples. Thu & Sat 11a-5p & by appt. 585-301-3601.
•Gardner Colby Gallery: 386 & 365 Broad Ave S, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-5p. 403-7787.
•Grand Illusion Gallery: 2443 First St, Ft Myers. Tue-Sat 10:30a-5:30p, 1st & 3rd Fri 6-10p. 461-7245.
•Guess-Fisher Gallery: 985 Central Ave, Naples. Tue-Sat 1-6p. 659-2787.
•Harbour View Gallery: 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. Thru Dec 2: Shirley Hales, Susan Priess. Receptions 1st Tue 6-8p. Daily 11a-8p. 540-5789.
•Harmon-Meek Modern: 382 12th Ave S, Naples. Thru Dec 13: Reynier Llanes; Dec 17-Jan 25: Hunt Slonem. Tue-Sat 12-4p. 261-2637.
•High Tide Studio & Gallery: 995 Central Ave, Naples. Tue-Sat 10a-4p & by appt. 228-6934.
•Hirdie-Girdie Art Gallery: 2490 Library Way, Sanibel. Dec: Jim Crawford, Stacy Moody, Gerri Zoppa. Mon-Wed, Fri & Sat 11a-5p, Thu 11a-8p, Sun 12-4p. 395-0027.
•HW Gallery: 462 9th St N, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-5p. 263-6640.
•Island Visions: 2224 First St, Ft Myers. Sun-Thu 11a-6p, Fri & Sat 11a-9p. 282-0452.
•Joel Shapses Gallery: Naples Art District, 6240 Shirley St, #102, Naples. Thu & Sat 1-5p and by appt. 954-830-3156.
•LaBelle Gallery & Cultural Center: 471 N Lee St, LaBelle. Fri-Sun 1-5p. 863-843-2929
•Larimart Gallery: 2359 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Galleria Shoppes, #410, Naples. Mon-Fri 10a-7p & Sat 10-3p. 276-0448.
•Laurel Schmid Fine Art Gallery & Studio: 5760 Shirley St, #15, Naples. Tue-Fri 1-5p & 2nd Sat 1-5p. 789-3823.
•Lehigh Acres Art League: River Forest Assoc Clubhouse, 13506 Island Rd, Lehigh Acres. Meets Mon 10a-3p.
•Lovegrove Gallery: 1415 Dean St, #102, Ft Myers. Thu-Mon 9a-4p. 938-5655.
•MARA Art Studio & Gallery: 76 S Palm Ave, Sarasota. Thru Dec 20: Still Waters group show. Tue-Fri 11a-4p. 941-914-8110.
•Marc Harris Wildlife Photography Gallery: The Ritz-Carlton Tiburon, 2600 Tiburon Dr, Naples, By appt. 789-7027 283-3354.
•Marco Island Center for the Arts: 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. Main Galleries— Dec 9-Jan 7; Tropical Holiday Creations - Clay Guild; Jan 13-Feb 25: Transparency. La Petite Galerie— thru Dec 3: Lynn Nathanson; Dec 9-Jan 7: Robert Kenedi; Jan 13-28: Art David. Dec 3-5: Festival of Trees. Mon-Fri 9a-4p. 394-4221.
•Method & Concept: 26 10th St. S, Naples. Mon-Fri 10a-5p. 529-2633.
•Naples Airport: Dec 16-May 2: Head in the Clouds.160 Aviation Dr N, Naples. Free. 254-8242.
•Naples Art District: Dozens of artists’ studios & galleries. Shirley St & J&C. Open studios Thu & Sat 1-5p. 249-1977.
•Naples Art Institute: 585 Park St, Naples. Thru Jan 2: The Guild Hall Collection; Jan 11-Apr 6: Matisse & His Illustrated Works. Mon-Fri 9a-5p. 262-6517.
•Naples Art Studios: Naples Art District, North Line Plaza, 2172 J & C Blvd, Naples. Thru Jan 2: Richard Rosen - Mussel Series Plus. By appt. 821-1061.
•North Fort Myers Art Association: 510-8712.
•Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens: 5827 Riverside Dr, Punta Gorda. Exhibits— thru Jan 20: Beguiled by the Wild - Art of Charley Harper. Gardens Aglow: Dec 8-10 & 15-23. Sat 10a-1p. Dogs welcome Tue. Tue-Sun 9a-4p. 941-621-8299.
•Pine Island Art: 4577 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. Exhibits— Best in Show at N Ft Myers Rec Center, 2000 N Recreation Pkwy, N Ft Myers. 10a-4p. 283-4432
•Quidley & Company Fine Art Gallery: 375 Broad Ave S, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-7p & Sun 11a-5p. 261-4300.
•Rachel Pierce Art Gallery: 1571 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Daily 10a-3p. 292-3327.
•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 12-7p. 333-3130.
•Ringling College of Art & Design: 2700 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Basch Gallery (Thompson Academic Center, 2363 Bradenton Rd); Cooley Photography Center (Bradenton Rd); Crossley Gallery (Hughes Studio Bldg, 2698 Bradenton Rd); Selby Gallery (2700 N Tamiami Tr); Skylight Gallery (Keating Center, Bradenton Rd)— Our People, Our Places; Smith Gallery (2363 Bradenton Rd)— thru Mar 25: Nothing New - Archives of Affection; Stulberg Gallery (2700 N Tamiami Tr)— thru Mar 21: Jack Davis - Legacy of Laughter; Thompson Gallery (Keating Center, Bradenton Rd. Mon-Sat 10a-4p. 941-359-7563.
•Ringling Museum of Art: 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. Thru Jan 7, 2025: Skyway 2024; thru Jan 5, 2025: Shinique Smith; thru Feb 24: Jess T Dugan; thru Feb 29: Enduring Light; thru May 11: Radical Clay. Circus Museum—ongoing: The Greatest Show on Earth. Bayfront Gardens. Daily 10a-5p, Thu 10a-8p. 941-359-5700.
•Sanibel Captiva Art League: Meetings 3rd Thu 1-3p. Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 322-8593.
•Sarasota Art Museum: Ringling College, 1001 S Tamiami T, Sarasota. Thru Dec 18: Embracing Kindness; thru Jan 19: Tammy Nguyen; thru Jan 19: Claire Ashley; thru Apr 13: Larry Fink & Martha Posner; thru Apr 13: Joe Fig - Contemplating Vermeer. Mon-Sat 10a-5p, Sun 11a-5p. 941-309-4300.
•Schelkun Studio Arts: Naples Art District, Gallery 206, 5880 Shirley St, #206, Naples. Thu 11a-5p & by appt. 215-837-0251.
•Sea Grape Gallery: 113 Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. Grand Reopening Celebration: Jan 7-11. Mar 15 & 16: Courtyard Sale. Thru Dec 26: Holiday Magic. Mon-Fri 10a-5p & Sat 10a-4p. 41-575-1718
•Sheldon Fine Art: 460 Fifth Ave S, Naples. Sun-Thu 10a-6p, Fri-Sat 10a-9p. 649-6255.
•Sidney & Berne Davis Arts Center: 2301 First St, Ft Myers. Dec 4-23: Merry Movie Magic - Art Inspired by Holiday Cinema; Dec 4-23: Panoramica - Soulstice; Jan 3-30: Coffee Paintings & Poetry; Jan 3-30: Panoramica - Curio Dream. Festival of Trees: thru Dec 3. 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 Dec 14: Ake Arnerdale; Jan: Ruth Avra & Dana Kleinman. Fri & Sat 11a-2p & by appt. 941-374-3492.
•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.
•Tammra Sigler Studio: 5760 Shirley St, # 11, Naples. By appt. 821-1017.
•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 Dec 28: Faces of Water; thru Dec 28: In Fabric & Wood; Jan 11-Feb 22: At the Table - Shell Point Artists; Jan 11-Feb 22: Glass Creations - Petra Kaiser. 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 Dec 5: Mixed Up Crazy, Julie Ann Bakker; Dec 20-Jan 2: Road Less Traveled, Lynn Railsback; Jan 10-Feb 5: It’s All in Your Head, Aida Garrity. Mon-Fri 9a-4p & Sat 9am-1pm NOV-MAY. 941-485-7136.
•Visual Arts Center: 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. Dec 1-28: Holiday Showcase Under $200, Holidays in the Hall; Jan 9-30: Color Black & White; Jan 9-30: Afternoon Delight. Mon & Fri 10a-4p, Tu-Thu 10a-7p, Sat 10a-2p. 941-639-8810.
attractions
•Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Seminole Tribe of Florida Museum: Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, 30290 Josie Billie Hwy, Clewiston. Exhibit— ongoing: Taweekaache - Seminole Patchwork. Daily 9a-5p (entry to boardwalk closes at 4pm). 877-902-1113.
•America’s Museum of the Military & First Responders: Naples Airport, North Road Terminal, 500 Terminal Dr, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-4p & Sun 12-3p. Free. 614-205-0357.
•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 Sea – Shells in fashion. Amy Tripp Photographs of Beach & Marine Life; 3075 Sanibel-Captiva Rd, Sanibel. Tue-Fri 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. Dec 12-Mar 19: Lifeworks in Photography - Clyde Butcher. 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 Tue-Sat 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. Holiday Lights: Dec 6-Jan 5, 6-9:30p. 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 10a-2p. 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 Jan 4: A Cottage Christmas. 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 Mon-Sat. Register. Tue-Sat 9:30a-4p. Free. 262-0304.
•Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary: 375 Sanctuary Rd. Visitor center, boardwalk, exhibits, guided walks, swamp walks, night events. Guided boardwalk tours 10-11:30a, register. Daily 8a-3p, visitor center 8a-1p. 348-9151.
•CREW: Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed. Marsh Hiking Trails, 4600 Corkscrew Rd, Immokalee. Guided wildlife walks & hospital tours, presentations 11a daily. Trails open daily sunrise-sunset. Free. 657-2253.
•CROW: Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife. 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Rd, Sanibel. Visitor Education Center, wildlife presentations daily 11a; speakers. Mon-Sat 10a-4p. Free. 472-3644.
•’Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge: 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. Wildlife viewing, education Center. Exhibit— Dec 6-Feb 28: Niki Butcher - Daydreaming. Jan 23-26: Wellness in Nature. Wildlife drive: Sat-Thu dawn-dusk; Visitor center: Sat-Thu 9a-5p. 472-1100.
•Edison & Ford Winter Estates: 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Historic homes, gardens, laboratory, museum. Exhibits— Ongoing: Rebirth & Renewal; ongoing: Fanatics - Edison, Mack & Baseball in Fort Myers. Guided homes tours daily; Automotive Tour: Mon 10:30a; Inside homes tour: Tue & Thu 10a (pre-register); Yoga by the River: Wed 10a; Step into History lectures: Tue & Thu 10:30a & 2p.; Piano recitals Wed 1p. Holiday Nights Celebration: thru Jan 5, 5:30-9p. Daily 9a-5:30p. 334-7419.
•Estero Historic Cottage Museum: One-room schoolhouse & historic cottage. Estero Park, 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero. Sat 1-4p. Free. 272-1911.
•Estero Historical Society: Estero Park, 9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero. Sat 1-4p. Free. 272-1911.
•Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center: 975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd, # 108, Naples. Exhibits— Photography of Martin Graf. Guided tours. Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 1-4p. 263-9200.
•IMAG History & Science Center: Exhibits, activities, live sea life touch-tank & feedings, films. 2000 Cranford St, Ft Myers. Mon-Sat 10a-5p & Sun 12-5p. 321-7420.
•Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch: 1215 Roberts Ave W, Immokalee. Thru Feb 1: Lake Trafford - Ecology & Excursions. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 252-2611.
•Marco Island Historical Museum: 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. Thru Feb 15: Reflections of South Florida - a 50-Year Art Adventure with Paul Arsenault. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 642-1440.
•Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota. Feb 9-Jun 29: George Harrison - A Gardener’s Life. Dec 6-Jan 1: Lights in Bloom. 10a-5p daily. 941-366-5731.
•Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: Historic Spanish Point: 337 N Tamiami Tr, Osprey. Thru Aug 31, 2025: Patti Smith - A Book of Days; Dec 6-Jan 1: Lights in Bloom. 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.
•MOTE Marine Laboratory & Aquarium: 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota. Daily 10a-5p. 941-388-4441.
•Museum of the Everglades: 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. Thru Jan 11: Python Hunters. 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— Jan 25-May 26: Frame & Flora; Apr 26-Jun 29: Tany Trinkaus Glass; Jul 19-Oct 26, 2025: Artists in Bloom. Fogg Café exhibit— thru Jun 22: Nature Journaling. Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden: thru Jan 5, 6-9p. 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: Temporarily Closed. 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 262-6525.
•Naples Historical Society Historic Palm Cottage: Museum & gardens. Naples Historical Society, 137 12th Ave. S, Naples. Tours: Tue-Sat 12-4p (register). Christmas at Palm Cottage: Dec 3-31. Tue-Sat 12-4p. 261-8164.
•Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens: 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples. Wildlife & botanical exhibits. Daily 9a-4:30p. 262-5409.
•Paradise Coast Sports Complex: 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. Thru Jan 4: Magic of Lights. Live music Sat nites 5-8p NOV-MAY at The Cove. Free. 252-4386.
•Peace River Wildlife Center: Ponce de Leon Park, 3400 Ponce de Leon Pkwy, Punta Gorda. Exhibit–B thru Jan 20: Beguiled by the Wild. Daily 11a-4p. 941-637-3830
•Randell Research Center: 7450 Pineland Rd, Pineland. Calusa Heritage Trail, South Florida archeology & ethnography exhibits. Guide Calusa Heritage Trail tours Tue-Sat 10a; Mon-Wed, Fri & Sat 1p. Sunrise-sunset. 283-2062.
•Revs Institute: 2500 Horseshoe Dr S, Naples. Thru 2025: Roaring Twenties Rolling Art - French Automotive Mascots. Tours & workshops. Tue, Thu, Sat 10a-4p. Tix in advance. 687-7387.
•Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center: 300 Tower Rd, Naples. Exhibits— thru Jan 31: The Power of the Portrait. Exhibits, daily programs, guided boat & kayak eco-tours. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. 530-5940.
•Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Native Landscapes & Garden Center: 1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Exhibits, demonstration gardens, workshops. Tue-Thu 9a-3p. 472-1932.
•Sanibel Historical Museum & Village: 950 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. Guided tours daily 10:30a. Tue-Sat 10a-4p. 472-4648.
•Sarasota Jungle Gardens: 3701 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. Live animal shows, tours. Daily 10a-4p. 941-355-5305
•Shangri-La Springs: 27750 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. Organic spa, garden & dining. Garden tours Tue & Wed 10a. Daily 9a-4p. 949-0749.
•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. 332-8778.
•Wonder Gardens: 27180 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. Botanical gardens, animals, alligator feedings. Guided tours Thu-Mon 1p. Daily 10a-4p. 992-2591.
parks & beaches
•Alison Hagerup Beach: 14790 Captiva Dr, Captiva. Dawn-dusk. Parking fee. 472-2472.
•Alva Park: 21471 N River Rd, Alva. Dawn-dusk. Free. 694-0398.
•Bailey Homestead Preserve: Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. 1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Walking tours Mon 2p & Thu 10a. Thru Apr 1: Natives in the Garden exhibit. Tue-Fri 9a-3p.Free. 472-1932.
•Bonita Beach Park: 27954 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs. Dawn-dusk. Free. 533-7444.
•Boca Grande Park: 131 1st St, Boca Grande. Dawn-dusk. Free. 839-6008.
•Bowditch Point Park: 50 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Dawn-dusk. Free. 463-3764.
•Bowman’s Beach Park: 1700 Bowman’s Beach Rd, Sanibel. Dawn-dusk. 533-7575.
•Brooks Park: 50 South Rd, Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 340-0397.
•Buckingham Park: 9800 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 237-9306.
•Bunche Beach: 18201 John Morris Rd, Ft Myers. Guided beach walks Wed 9a thru Apr. Dawn-dusk. Free. 707-6794.
•Caloosahatchee Park: 18500 North River Rd, Alva. Dawn-dusk. Free. 693-2690.
•Cayo Costa State Park: 4 nautical miles west of Pine Island. Accessible only by boat or kayak. Camping, boating, bicycling trails. 8a-sunset daily. 941-964-0375.
•Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park: 12301 Burnt Store Rd, Punta Gorda. Environmental Center, hiking & bicycling trails, guided hikes. 8a-sunset daily. 941-575-5816.
•Collier-Seminole State Park: US 41, S Naples. Hiking & bicycling trails, boating, camping, boardwalk. 8a-sunset. 394-3397.
•Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park: 11135 Gulfshore Dr, Naples. Beach. Hiking trail, paddling, boating, boardwalk, restaurant. 8a-sunset. 597-6196.
•Dog Beach: 14436 Bonita Beach Causeway, Bonita Springs. Dogs can run free. Dawn-dusk. Free. 229-0632.
•Estero Bay Preserve State Park: 4940 Broadway W, Estero. Hiking trails, off-road bicycling trails, boating. 8a-sunset daily. 992-0311.
•Estero Park: 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero. Rec Center. 6a-9p. Free. 248-1609.
•Everglades National Park: Gulf Coast Visitor Center, 815 Oyster Bar Ln. Everglades City. 695-3311.
•Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park: 8137 Coastline Dr, Copeland. Hiking & bicycling trails, boardwalk, paddling, historic site. 8a-sunset daily. 695-4593.
•Four Freedoms Park: 4818 Tarpon Ct, Cape Coral. Dawn-dusk. Free. 574-0804.
•Gasparilla State Park: 880 Belcher Rd, Boca Grande. 8a-sunset daily. Bicycling & hiking trails, paddling, museum. 8am-sunset daily. 941-964-0375.
•Harlem Heights Park: 7340 Concourse Dr, Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 839-7062.
•Hickey Creek Park: 17980 Palm Beach Blvd, Alva. Dawn-dusk. Free. 693-2690.
•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.
•Kurt Donaldson Park: 180 Hunter Blvd, Cape Coral. Dawn-dusk. Free. 357-5443.
•Lake Manatee State Park: 20007 State Rd 64 E, Bradenton. Hiking & bicycling trails, paddling, boating. 8a-sunset. 941-741-3028.
•Lakes Park: 7330 Gladiolus Dr, Ft Myers. 7a-dusk. 533-7575.
•Lehigh Acres Park: 1400 W 5th St, Lehigh Acres. Dawn-dusk. Free. 204-1165.
•Lehigh Acres Trailhead Park: 213 David Ave, Lehigh Acres. Dawn-dusk. Free. 204-1165.
•Lighthouse Beach Park: 110 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 7a-dusk. 472-0345.
•Lovers Key State Park: 8700 Estero Blvd. Ft Myers Beach. Bicycling & hiking trails, boating, paddling. Guided walks select Fri & Sat 10:30a; wildlife lectures Wed 10:30a; sunset meditations Mon 1.5 hrs before sunset; seashell walk 1st Fri 10:30a; wildlife hikes 1st Sat 10:30a; beach & estuary walk 3rd Fri 10:30a. 8a-sunset daily. 463-4588.
•Lynn Hall Beach Park: 950 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Dawn-dusk. Free. 229-7356.
•Manatee Park: 10901 Palm Beach Blvd, Ft Myers. Free butterfly garden tours Sun 9a thru Mar. Free. 690-5030.
•Matlacha Park: 4577 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. Community Center. 7a-9p. Free. 771-1078.
•Myakka River State Park: 13207 SR 72, Sarasota. Canoeing, camping, paddling, hiking & bicycling horseback riding trails, wildlife tours by air-boat & tram, scenic drive, guided walks. 8a-sunset daily. 941-361-6511.
•Nalle Grade Park: 8350 Nalle Grade Rd, N Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 357-5443.
•Naples Preserve: Eco-center. 1690 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. Free. 261-4290.
•North Collier Park: 15000 Livingston Rd, Naples. Free. 652-4512.
•North Fort Myers Park: 2000 N Recreation Park Way, N Ft Myers. Rec Center. Dawn-dusk. Free. 533-7200
•North Shore Park: 13001 N Cleveland Ave, N Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 357-5443. .
•Olga Park: 2325 S Olga Dr, Ft Myers. Community Center. Dawn-dusk. Free. 694-2291.
•Oscar Scherer State Park: 1843 S Tamiami Tr, Osprey. Hiking & bicycling trails, paddling, camping. 8a-sunset daily. 941-483-5956.
•Phillips Park: 5675 Sesame Dr, Bokeelia. Dawn-dusk. Free. 771-1078.
•Rotary Park: 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. Tom Allen Butterfly House, nature trails, environmental center. 8a-4p. Free. 549-4606.
•Rutenberg Park: 6500 South Pointe Blvd, Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 340-0397.
•San Carlos Bay-Bunche Beach Preserve: 18201 John Morris Rd, Ft Myers. Free. 765-6794.
•Schandler Hall Park: 419 Royal Palm Park Rd, Ft Myers. Dawn-dusk. Free. 533-7200.
•Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve: 7791 Penzance Blvd, Ft Myers. Boardwalk, interpretive center open Tue-Sun 10a-4p. Guided boardwalk walks daily 9:30a. Guided ‘wet walks’ select Sat & Wed 9:30a & 1p Sep & Oct. Dawn-dusk. Free. 533-7550.
•Stump Pass Beach State Park: 900 Gulf Blvd (south end of Manasota Key, Englewood). Hiking, paddling, guided tours. 8a-sunset daily. 941-964-0375.
•Three Oaks Park: 18251 Three Oaks Pkwy, Ft Myers. Dawn-9:15p. Free. 478-6998.
•Veterans Park: 55 Homestead Rd, Lehigh Acres. Rec Center. Dawn-dusk. Free. 369-1521.
•Wa-Ke-Hatchee Park: 16730 Bass Rd, Ft Myers. Rec Center. Dawn-dusk. Free. 533-7468.
libraries
•Bonita Springs: 10560 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. Mon, Wed, Thu 10a-6p, Tue 12-8p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4860.
•Cape Coral-Lee County: 921 S.W. 39th Ter, Cape Coral. Mon-Wed 9a-8p. Thu 9a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4500.
•Captiva: 11560 Chapin Ln, Captiva. Mon, Wed, Fri 10a-4p. 533-4890.
•Collier County Library Headquarters: 2385 Orange Blossom Dr, Naples. Mon-Thu 9a-8p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 252-7311.
•Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon: 3095 Blount St, Fort Myers. Tue 12-8p, Wed & Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4150.
•East County: 881 Gunnery Rd N, Lehigh Acres. Mon-Wed 9a-8p, Thu 9a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4200.
•East Naples: 8787 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. Tue-Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p.
•Estates: 1266 Golden Gate Blvd W, Naples. Mon-Thu 10a-6p Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 252-7109.
•Everglades City: 102 Copeland Ave N, Everglades City. Mon-Fri 9a-12p & 1-4:30p. 295-2511.
•Fort Myers: 2450 First St, Ft Myers. Min-Wed 9a-8p, Thu 9a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4600.
•Fort Myers Beach: Temporarily Closed.. 2755 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Mon-Sat 9a-5p. 765-8162.
•Golden Gate: 2432 Lucerne Rd, Naples. Mon-Thu 10a-6p, Fri &Sat 9a-5p. 252-4542.
•Immokalee: 417 N First St, Immokalee. Tue-Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 252-7073.
•Johann Fust: 1040 W 10th St, Boca Grande. Tue-Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 941-964-2488
•Lakes: 15290 Bass Rd, Ft Myers. Mon-Wed 9a-8p, Thu 9a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4000.
•Marco Island: 210 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. Mon-Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 252-7064.
•Naples: 650 Central Ave, Naples. Mon-Thu 9a-8p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p.
•North Fort Myers: 2001 N Tamiami Tr, N Ft Myers. Mon, Wed, Thu 10a-6p, Tue 12-8p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4320.
•Northwest: 519 Chiquita Blvd N, Cape Coral. Mon, Wed, Thu 10a-6p, Tue 12-8p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4700.
•Pine Island: 10701 Russell Rd, Bokeelia. Tue-Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4350.
•Riverdale: 21471 N River Rd, Ft Myers. Mon-Fri 10a-4p. 533-4370.
•Sanibel: 770 Dunlop Rd Sanibel. Mon & Thu 9a-8p; Tue, Wed, Fri 9a-5p; Sat 9a-1p. 472-2483.
•South: 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples. Mon-Thu 9a-8p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p.
•South County: 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Mon-Wed 9a-8p, Thu 9a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 533-4400.
•Talking Books: 1651 Lee St, Ft Myers. Mon-Fri 9a-5p. 533-4780.
•Vanderbilt Beach: 788 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples. Tue-Thu 10a-6p, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. 252-7160.
live music
& comedy
•Americana Community Music Association Listening Room: All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Select Fri- Sun 7p. 691-4069.
•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 Band. 693-7111.
•Buddha Bar: 12701 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music select Wed-Sun 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.
•Downtown Social House: 1406 Hendry St, Ft Myers. Live music— Mon 4-8p: Roy Schneider; Wed 4-8p: Eddie Bartley; Thu 4-8p: PJ Carroll; Fri 4-8p: Rich Lancaster; Sat 5-9p: Countryfied Duo, Sun 3-7p: The Beatless. Free. 337-7646.
•Eight-Foot Brewing: 4417 SE 16th Pl, #11, Cape Coral. Live music select Sat 6-9p. Free. 337-7646.
•Fort Myers Brewing Company: 12811 Commerce Lake Dr, #27, Ft Myers. Winterfest: Dec 14-17. Live music Wed 6-9p, Fri & Sat 7-10p, Sun 2-5p. Free. 313-6576.
•Lobby Bar: Luminary Hotel, 2200 Edwards Dr, Ft Myers. Live music Fri & Sat 6-9p. Free. 314-3723.
•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.
•Palace Pub & Wine: 1317 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral. Live music & burlesque select nites. 217-0919.
•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.
•Roadhouse Café: 15660 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. Live jazz 6:30-9:30p. Wed: Danny Sinoff Trio; Thu: Jazz-Matics; Fri: Tony Boffa & Friends; Sat: Danny Sinoff Quartet; Sun: Ricky Howard. 415-4375.
•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.
•Ter-Tini’s Music & Event Hall: 1901 Crystal Dr, Ft Myers. Live music select nites. 344-6147.
•The Cove: Paradise Coast Sports Complex outdoor bar. 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples. Live Sat & select Fri nites 5-8p. Free. 252-4386
•The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon: 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music select Fri & Sat nites. 985-9839.
•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.
