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Current Issues | February 2026
*Please note this is for notification of when our new publications will be available online only, this is not to receive a hardcopy in the mail.


A World of Color is Blooming Bright at Naples Botanical Garden
Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026 (No event December 24, 25, or 31) Step into a tropical winter wonderland as Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden returns—brighter than ever! This family favorite livens up our Southwest Florida winter evenings with new experiences nightly. Explore A refreshed path guides guests through glowing landscapes, while playful new displays delight all ages. While the Performance Lawn once again beckons for
Guest Writer
Nov 23, 20252 min read


Naples Philharmonic Pops
A Joyful Naples Tradition Naples Philharmonic Holiday Pops Each December, Holiday Pops fills Hayes Hall with the spirit of the season as the Naples Philharmonic, Naples Philharmonic Chorus, and Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus come together for one of Southwest Florida’s most beloved musical traditions. Presented by Artis—Naples, the annual concert envelops audiences with twinkling lights, festive décor, symphonic sparkle, soaring voices, and cherished melodies for a celebrat
Guest Writer
Nov 23, 20252 min read


The Naples Players Celebrate the Holidays with “Little Women: The Musical”
This holiday season, The Naples Players invites audiences to celebrate family, love, and resilience with Little Women: The Musical , performing November 19 through December 21, 2025, in the Kizzie Theater. Sponsored by Lake Michigan Credit Union, this heartwarming production transforms Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel into a sweeping musical that captures the spirit of the season and the power of following one’s dreams. Little Women: The Musical follows the journey of the M
Guest Writer
Nov 23, 20252 min read


A Season of Giving
A Celebration of Art L to R: Karen Culver, Don Blauvelt, Tekla Taylor Shopping for gifts is on everyone’s to-do list this time of year—and finding something truly original can be a challenge. This holiday season, skip the ordinary and step into the creative heart of Naples: the Naples Art District. With more than 100 artists working in a variety of mediums, the Naples Art District offers a shopping experience that’s as inspiring as it is fun. You can browse handcrafted works
Cathy Bonacci
Nov 23, 20252 min read


Help a Diabetic Child to Host Annual Fundraiser
"An Evening in Blue" Some of the local families benefitting from Help A Diabetic Child Help A Diabetic Child (HADC) is pleased to announce that it will host its annual fundraiser dinner event, “A Cause Before the Cure: An Evening in Blue,” on Friday, November 14, at Tiburón Golf Club, 2620 Tiburón Drive in North Naples. The event will be held in conjunction with World Diabetes Day. All proceeds will go toward the nonprofit organization’s mission to assisting underserved, unin
Clay W. Cone
Oct 26, 20252 min read


Registration Open for Fall and Winter Classes at The Naples Players
Kids after school | Shaw Photography Registration is open for classes for all ages at The Naples Players. Youth Classes Held after school or on Saturdays, classes start in January. Pre-K: Ages 2 – 4 Going on a Bear Hunt, Saturdays, January 10 – March 7, 10 – 11 a.m. Kindergarten: Ages 4 – 6 Click Clack Moo!, Saturdays, January, 10 – March 7, 10 – 11 a.m. Grades 1 – 2 Where the Wild Things Are, Saturdays, January 10 – March 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Grades 3 – 5 Alice in Wonderland
Guest Writer
Oct 26, 20252 min read


Step Into Naples’ Creative Side This Fall
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
Cathy Bonacci
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Friends of the Library’s Author Spotlight Series now in its Fourth Year
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
Guest Writer
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Baker Senior Center Naples to host 14th Annual Signature Fundraiser
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
Clay W. Cone
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Capital Wealth Advisors Partners with St. Matthew's House providing holiday meals to thousands
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
Clay W. Cone
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Never Too Late
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

Generational Strategies Group LLC
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Artis—Naples in November
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
Guest Writer
Oct 24, 20253 min read


Gulfshore Playhouse Sets the Stage for an Unforgettable Season
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
Guest Writer
Oct 24, 20251 min read


The Immokalee Foundation Announces Date for Popular Charity Classic Gala
The Immokee Foundation's Class of 2025 includes local high school seniors and postsecondary graduates throughout Florida and beyond. The...
Guest Writer
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Naples Winter Wine Festival Set to Return for Another Amazing Weekend
2026 Festival Chairs - Bill & Nena Beynon and Ashley & Adam Gerry The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), founders of the...
Clay W. Cone
Jul 28, 20253 min read


Savor the Flavor, Support the Cause
Sizzle Dining 2025 Returns with Purpose This September, prepare your palate and your heart for one of Southwest Florida’s most delicious...
Guest Writer
Jul 28, 20252 min read


TheatreZone brings romance and the supernatural to Naples with Ghost: The Musical this summer
TheatreZone, Southwest Florida’s premier musical theater company, is bringing romance and the supernatural to stage this summer with its...

Beth Preddy
Apr 29, 20252 min read


TNP Academy of Dramatic Arts Offers Summer Camps and Classes
Acting | Dancing | Improv | Tech | Productions TNP Academy is offering a variety of summer camps for children ages 2-18. These camps...
Guest Writer
Apr 29, 20252 min read


The Trumpet is Sounding
Kentucky Derby Party Returns to Naples with Live Horses & Big Impact Photography by Tim Gibbons Experience the thrill of the “Greatest...
Guest Writer
Apr 29, 20252 min read


Artis—Naples Showers Southwest Florida with Excitement in April
Installation view of Rafael Lozano-Hemmer: Obra Sonora. Photo by Darron Silva. The season of sublime Storytelling continues in April as...
Guest Writer
Mar 24, 20252 min read
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