As November brings cooler temperatures to Southwest Florida, we also welcome back our seasonal friends who escape the northern chill for the warmth and vibrancy of Naples. This time of year is perfect for embracing the beauty, culture and inspiration that Naples is known for. Naples has long been celebrated for its elegant design, natural landscapes and artistic spirit. Art and design add more than decoration – they bring wonder, reflection and a sense of possibility to every

The 2025-26 Author Spotlight Series is diving into the unsolved mystery of Jimmy Hoffa’s disappearance for its November event, and then in April, it casts a look back at the “divorce ranches” that were common in Reno, Nevada, in the 1950s. These intimate talks and book signings are hosted by the Friends of the Library of Collier County. The events are a chance to meet the authors while helping the nonprofit Friends group raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for Collier Coun

Evening for Better Tommorows Patrons danced to Motown hits performed by Shadows of the 60s Baker Senior Center Naples, a nonprofit that provides comprehensive programs and social services for older adults and their families, will host its 14th Annual “Evening for Better Tomorrows: Deep Purple Dreams” signature fundraising gala on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Royal Poinciana Golf Club, 1600 Solana Rd. in Naples. The evening will be a celebration of the many achievements and

Capital Wealth Advisors (CWA) is proud to announce that it will once again partner with St. Matthews House on the 21st Annual CWA Turkey Drop. During this food drive, more than 250 volunteers will gather at the First Naples Church parking lot to collect and pack food boxes for distribution to individuals and families experiencing hardship. Starting November 18, meal boxes will be distributed by CWA and other community partners working with St. Matthew’s House to low-income fa

Planning Your Legacy with Purpose "You are never too old to set another goal or dream a new dream." – C.S. Lewis In a community like ours, filled with accomplished, retired professionals and entrepreneurs, this message holds special meaning. Many have spent decades building their careers, raising families, and giving back. Now, as the pace of life slows, it can be tempting to think that the big dreams and big decisions are behind you. But the truth is, this chapter of life of

Thankful for the Arts The Nutcracker Artis—Naples offers Southwest Florida plenty of reasons to be thankful this November, from new exhibitions at The Baker Museum to the Naples debut of Alonzo King LINES Ballet and a thrilling Naples Philharmonic Masterworks program featuring esteemed violinist Paul Huang. In The Baker Museum, sonia louise davis: to reverberate tenderly  opens on the first floor. This multisensory exhibition highlights the New York City-based artist’s intere

Experience world-class theatre in the heart of paradise Naples is no stranger to world-class culture, but Gulfshore Playhouse has raised the curtain on an entirely new era of theatre in Southwest Florida. Under the vision of founder and producing artistic director Kristen Coury, the state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center—a two-stage home that rivals the best regional theatres in the country—opened in October 2024. Gulfshore Playhouse produces Broadway-caliber sho

The Immokee Foundation's Class of 2025 includes local high school seniors and postsecondary graduates throughout Florida and beyond. The...

2026 Festival Chairs - Bill & Nena Beynon and Ashley & Adam Gerry The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), founders of the...

Sizzle Dining 2025 Returns with Purpose This September, prepare your palate and your heart for one of Southwest Florida’s most delicious...

TheatreZone, Southwest Florida’s premier musical theater company, is bringing romance and the supernatural to stage this summer with its...

Acting | Dancing | Improv | Tech | Productions TNP Academy is offering a variety of summer camps for children ages 2-18. These camps...

Kentucky Derby Party Returns to Naples with Live Horses & Big Impact Photography by Tim Gibbons Experience the thrill of the “Greatest...

Installation view of Rafael Lozano-Hemmer: Obra Sonora. Photo by Darron Silva. The season of sublime Storytelling  continues in April as...

Arty Party The Naples Art District is a thriving creative hub that sets itself apart from other art communities with its unique...

Photos Courtesy of Fifth Avenue South The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for March 15 at 11 a.m. and runs for just over two hours! In...

Dan Summers, Matt Devitt, Eileen Connolly-Keesler, Jennifer Jurado The Collier Community Foundation, Greater Naples Leadership, and...

Professional Soccer Comes to Naples T he club’s striking crest, a golden lightning shell, symbolizes Naples’ deep maritime heritage,...

A Celebration of Art and Community Linda Thompson, Arty Party The Naples Art District is home to over 100 artists, working, exhibiting,...

Naples Historical Society, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, serves the community by maintaining Historic Palm Cottage™(HPC). The...