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Studebaker John and the Hawks perform March 10 at the Bonita Blues Festival in Bonita Springs’ Riverside Park.

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NEWS & PREVIEWS

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Fort Myers Beach Film Festival

Celebrates 11 Years

The Fort Myers Beach Film Festival kicks off its 11th year with a public ceremony April 26 at the Beach Theater, followed by a full day of screenings at the theater. The public is invited to the opening ceremony at 2pm. The Beach Theater is located at 6425 Estero Blvd. in Fort Myers Beach. There is a special Anniversary Celebration screening April 26, 6:30pm at the Fish Tale Marina, located at 7225 Estero Blvd.

Wednesday through Sunday, April 26-30, independent feature films, documentaries and shorts, by American and international filmmakers will be screened at the Beach Theater 3-11pm.

A discussion will be held Friday, April 28 at noon, and a workshop with visiting filmmakers will be held on Saturday, April 29, at 11am.

The Festival’s popular ‘Film on the Beach’ at the Outrigger Beach Resort is Friday evening, April 28. The outdoor screening at 7pm is free and families are welcome. The Outrigger is located at 6200 Estero Blvd.

The Film Festival ends Sunday, April 30 with an awards ceremony at 2pm at Fish Tale Marina. Immediately following the ceremony, the winning films will be rescreened at the Beach Theater, 3-9pm.

For information about Fort Myers Beach Film Festival screenings, workshops and special events, call 980-4381.

Plays and Playwrights

Featured in Florida Rep’s PlayLab Festival

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lorida Repertory Theatre's 2017 PlayLab Festival of new plays and emerging voices will feature six new play readings, two world premiere productions, including last year's festival winner, Doublewide, and a keynote address from National

New Play Network Executive Director, Nan Barnett.

The PlayLab Festival runs April 27-30 in both of Florida Rep's venues, and includes works by noted playwrights, Mark Brown (Around the World in 80 Days), Mark St. Germain (Best of Enemies), and Daryl Lisa Fazio, whose play, Split in Three, had its world premiere at Florida Rep in 2015 after winning the inaugural PlayLab Festival.

The 4th Annual PlayLab will feature Love, the Cracksman by Mark Brown, SMOKE by Gloria Bond Clunie, The Flower Room by Daryl Lisa Fazio, Damascus by Bennett Fisher, We Will Not be Silent by David Meyers, and George Washington's Teeth by Mark St. Germain. All performances are in the Historic Arcade Theatre.

As part of the 2017 festival, audiences will have the opportunity to see Florida Rep's National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere production of Doublewide by Stephen Spotswood. The play was read in the 2016 festival. Doublewide will be playing in the ArtStage Studio Theatre April 11-May 14.

A keynote address and playwright panel discussion will be held following the 8pm performance on Saturday, April 29.

Commissioned by Florida Rep and read as part of last year's PlayLab Festival, the world premiere production of A Dream Within a Dream: the Spirit of Poe by Christopher T. Parks, currently touring area schools, will be performed as part of the festival

on Sunday, April 30 at 11am. The haunting look at the life of Edgar Allan Poe is appropriate for grades 6 and up.

PLAYLAB FESTIVAL

Apr 27 : Love, The Cracksman8PM

Apr 28 : The Flower Room 2PM

Apr 28 : Smoke 8PM

Apr 29 : Damascus 1PM

Apr 29 : Keynote Address & playwrights panel 8PM

Apr 30 :A Dream Within a Dream 11AM

Apr 30 : We Will Not Be Silent2PM

Apr 30 :George Washington's Teeth 5PM

Florida Repertory Theater’s Arcade Theatre is located at 2267 1st St. in Fort Myers. Call 3324488 for information.

Weekend of Blues in Riverside Park

The 11th annual Bonita Blues Festival returns to Bonita Springs’ Riverside Park on Friday, March 10 &Saturday, March 11. Gates open at 1pm March 10 and 11am on March 11. Both days will feature award-winning blues music from around the country and a variety of foods and beverages. Music will be

Samantha Fish performs with Albert Castiglia, Saturday, March 11 at the Bonita Blues Festival in downtown Bonita Springs’ Riverside Park.

performed 1-9pm Friday and 11am-8pm Saturday.

The artists performing include Studebaker John and the Hawks with special guest Rick Kreher, Phantom Blues Band, Samantha Fish, Albert Castiglia, Dennis Jones Band, Cedric Burnside Project, Idlewild South, Zora Young with Little Mike and the Tornadoes, Vanessa Collier Band, Jeff Jensen Band, Brian James and the Revival, and Hector Anchondo Band.

BONITA BLUES FESTIVAL

Friday, MARCH10

1:30-2:30PM : Brian James & the Revivals

3-4PM : Vanessa Collier

4:30-5:30PM : Idlewild South

6-7:15PM : Dennis Jones Band

7:45-9PM : Studebaker John & the Hawks with Rick Kreher

AFTER PARTYTBA : Tommy Z Band

Saturday, MARCH11

11:30-12:30PM :Hector Anchondo

1-2PM :Jeff Jensen

2:30-3:45PM : Zora Young with Little Mike & the Tornadoes

4-5:30PM : Cedric Burnside Project

6-7:15PM : Samantha Fish Band with Albert Castiglia

7:45-9PM : Phantom Blues Band

AFTER PARTY : Albert Castiglia Band

Proceeds of the Bonita Blues Festival will benefit the Bonita Springs Assistance Office Music for Minors Foundation, providing musical instruments to local youth and The Music Therapy Program at the Golisano Children’s Hospital.

The Bonita Blues Festival will be held rain or shine. Blankets and lawn/deck chairs are suggested. Coolers and pets are not allowed. Riverside Park is located on Old US 41 in downtown Bonita Springs. For information, call 898-2939.

ReadingFestival Returns to CentennialPark

More than two dozen nationally acclaimed authors will meet their fans and talk about their books at the 18th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival on Saturday, March 18, in Centennial Park in Fort Myers’ Historic River District. The largest one-day Reading Festival in Florida, it draws an average of 18,000 people annually.

The Reading Festival will be held in tents in Centennial Park, 10am-4pm. Admission is free and includes intimate author talks, book signings, the latest library technology, contests, booksellers, activities for teens and children, a free book for every child, and ‘Reading Rocks! Teen Battle of the Bands.’

The Festival starts Friday evening, March 17, at the Marina at Edison & Ford, with the ‘Evening with the Authors,’ an opportunity for fans to meet, mingle and dine with authors.

Author Kimberla Lawson Roby will be honored as the Southwest Florida Reading Festival’s Distinguished Author.

The evening features dockside cocktails at 5pm, followed by a buffet dinner and dessert reception outside in the beautiful coconut grove on the Edison Estate at sunset. Reservations are required.

Some of the adult authors appearing are Holly Brown, Nathan Hill, Gregg Hurwitz, Cassandra King, and Kimberla Lawson Roby. Teen authors appearing include Michelle Knudsen and Kami Garcia. Candace Fleming, Salina Yoon, D. Watkins, and Sara Shepard are a few of the children’s authors appearing.

Thursday evening, March 16, fans can meet author Cassandra King and hear her presentation at the Fort Myers Congregational United Church of Christ at 7pm. The Church is located at 8210 College Pkwy. in Fort Myers. Admission is free.

The Reading Festival, presented by the Lee County Library System is free and 100% community supported through donations, sponsorships and grants. For information, call 479-4636.

Fort Myers Film Fest Showcases

Indie Films

The 7th Fort Myers Film Festival will be held March 8-12 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, Alliance for the Arts, Imaginarium, and Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. Opening with a Black Tie Red Carpet Gala, March 8 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, the event will begins at 5pm for drinks, music and mingling with local and international filmmakers. Film screening begins at 7pm.

The opening night film is Black Tide, a documentary film by Steven Johnson that explores the challenges those who look to maintain clean Southwest Florida waters contend with, from water mismanagement to the influence of big business and politics.

Films from the United States, France, Netherlands, South Africa, United Kingdom, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Hungary, Canada, Australia, Iran, Hong Kong, Israel, and the Palestinian Territories, will be screened afternoons and evenings, March 9-12 at the Alliance for the Arts, Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, Downtown Fort Myers Library, and Bell Tower Regal Cinema.

The week-long celebration ends Sunday, March 12, with a champagne & dessert awards ceremony at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre.

A few of the outstanding films to be screened include:

T he Lavender Scare and Battle of the Brides (USA), Winnie (France, Netherlands, South Africa), Horseshoe Theory (USA), T he Islands and the Whales (U NITED K INGDOM , D ENMARK , USA), Hear the Silence (G ERMANY, P OLAND ), Love (F RANCE , H UNGARY ), The Last Cowboy (C ANADA ), and Pony Tale (I SRAEL , PALESTINIAN T ERRITORIES ).

Afternoons and evenings, March 9-12, film screenings and panel discussions will be at the Alliance for the Arts, 11am-5pm; at Davis Art Center, 11am-11pm; and at Regal Cinema, Bell Tower Shops, 5-11pm.

The Barbara B. Mann Hall is located at 13350 Edison Pkwy. in Fort Myers; Broadway Palm Theatre is located at 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers; Alliance for the Arts is located at 10091 McGregor Blvd. in Fort Myers; Davis Art Center is located at 2301 1st St. in Fort Myers’ River District; the owntown Fort Myers County

Cassandra King will be appearing March 16 at the Fort Myers Congregational United Church as part of the Southwest Florida Reading Festival.

The award-winning documentary, The Islands and The Whales is one of the films being screened at the Fort Myers Film Festival, March 9-12.

Library is located at 2450 1st St.; Regal Cinema is located in the Bell Tower Shops, 13499 Bell Tower Dr. in Fort Myers.

For information about the Fort Myers Film Festival, call 810-6323.

Branchaud Brings

‘Synchronicity’ to DAAS Gallery

Last year, artist Danielle Branchaud debuted a surprising new series of work exploring psycho-spiritual themes and archetypes, particularly those coined by Carl Jung, the founder of analytical psychology. The series of paintings, called Psychopomp, will reach its conclusion with ‘Synchronicity,’ an exhibition at DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery & Gifts opening March 11 during SoCo’s regular Second Saturday event.

The exhibition will feature new works, delving not only into new archetypes but the unseen connections among individuals. Synchronicity is defined by the occurrence of events appearing to happen by chance; however not as coincidence but in a meaningful way. Branchaud’s paintings explore this notion, among others, in a style combining vivid colorful expressionism and traditional figurative art.

Danielle Branchaud is a local painter specializing in surrealism and portraiture in acrylics. She has exhibited in Southwest Florida for ten years. This solo exhibition is a follow-up to the

Psychopomp premiere at Howl Gallery in April 2016.

‘Synchronicity’ will feature new acrylic paintings on canvas and an interactive installation that invites the audience to contribute to its message.

SoCo Second Saturday is a regular event held the second Saturday of each month, 5-10pm, at various venues in SoCo, an art district in Fort Myers that runs from Colonial Blvd. down to McGregor Blvd. to Royal Palm Blvd. and over to Summerlin Rd. and back up to Colonial Blvd. and McGregor Blvd.

The opening reception, March 11, 5-10pm, is free and open to the public. The exhibition will be on view, March 11-April 1 at the DAAS Co-Op Gallery, located at 1400 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. Call 590-8645 for information.

‘Ding’ Darling Refuge

Tim Berens, Cincinnati Pops guitarist, performs with the Southwest Florida Symphony, March 8 at BIGARTSon Sanibel, March 9 at the Village Point Church in Shell Point, and March 10 at the Southwest Florida Performing Arts Center in Bonita Springs.

Tim Berens Performs with SWFL Symphony

Cincinnati Pops guitarist, Tim Berens performs Joaquin Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez with the Southwest Florida Symphony as part of its ‘Small Stage Symphonies’ series. In addition, the concert features performances of Franz Joseph Haydn’s Symphony 101, The Clock and Mater by contemporary Italian composer, Cristian Cararra. Concerts are scheduled for BIG ARTS on Sanibel Island on March 8, at Shell Point Village Church on March 9, and at the Southwest Florida Performing Arts Center on March 10. All concerts start at 7:30pm.

Host AudubonInspired Art Exhibition

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rom March 1-April 30, a group of local artists will display their works at the J.N. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor & Education Center on Sanibel Island. The Audubon Inspiration exhibit is curated by Cello

Bennett, widow of the late artist Gale Bennett, along with artists Marcy Calkins and Jane Hudson.

Before his death in 2008, Gale Bennett, a local artist with an international reputation, taught for 40 years at art centers throughout the area. He was planning a series of paintings inspired by the works of famed bird artist John James Audubon. “Unfortunately Gale did not live long enough to do this project,” said his wife. “Almost all of the painters preparing the works for the Audubon exhibit were students of his.” Artists with works on display include Marcy Calkins, Pat Dunn, Jane Gezonime, Marilyn Hedlund, Sheila Hoen, Hudson, Teri Mills, Caroline Nuckolls, and Alicia Schmidt.

“The idea was to use Audubon’s masterpieces as a jumping-off point for original new works depicting birds of North America,” adds Bennett. “I am confident Gale would have been thrilled to see his idea carried out by such an accomplished group of artists.”

Audubon Inspirations is on view in the Refuge Visitor & Education Center auditorium every day, 9am-4pm. The ‘Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge is located at 1 Wildlife Dr. on Sanibel. Call 472-1100 for information.

Small Stage Symphonies are chamber orchestra concerts that take place at smaller venues throughout Lee County in order to provide patrons with a more intimate concert experience and an opportunity to sample an even broader variety of classical repertoire.

BIGARTSis located at 900 Dunlop Rd. on Sanibel, Shell Point Village Church is located at 15100 Shell Pt. Blvd. in Fort Myers, and the Southwest Florida Performing Arts Center is located at 11515 Bonita Beach Rd. in Bonita Springs.

Southwest Florida Symphony is the only professional orchestra in Lee County and one of the oldest on Florida’s Gulf Coast, celebrating its 56th season this year. For information, call 418-1500.

Alliance for the Arts Presents ‘Art Beyond Boundaries’

The Alliance for the Arts main gallery show, ‘Art Beyond Boundaries’ will exhibit from March 3 until March 25 with an opening reception on Sunday, March 5 from 6-8 p.m. Meet artists during a conversational gallery walk and talk on March 11 at 10 a.m.

‘Art Beyond Boundaries,’ a

Danielle Branchaud will be showing new paintings at the DAAS Co-Op gallery in Fort Myers, March 11 -April 1,

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collection of 50 works created by artists from Israel and the United States (eight of the participating artists are from Lee County), will be on view at the Alliance for the Arts, thru March 25. For the exhibition, an artist from Israel was paired with an artist from the United States to create two separate pieces of work based upon a psalm. The exhibition presents the Book of Psalms as a source of inspiration and empowerment unbounded by limitations of location or language. The show’s original opening was in Israel and is currently traveling through the southeast United States.

Toni Ferrell Sutton’s art is on display thru March 25 in the Theatre Gallery. Works by The Fort Myers Eight, local artists Carolyn Gora, Gale Shamblott, Celeste Borah, Juli Bobman, Shirley Litman, Elsie Gold Sewell, Herbert H. Sklar, and Janice Heligman, will be in the Member Gallery thru March 25.

The Alliance for the Arts, located at 10091 McGregor Blvd. In Fort Myers, is open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm and Saturday 9am-1pm. For more information, please call 939-2787.

Hard Rock Music Festival Returns to JetBlue Park

Alineup featuring some of hard rock’s biggest artists will be performing at the fifth annual Monster Energy Fort Rock on Saturday & Sunday, April 29 & 30 at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers. Def Leppard are the headliners of Saturday’s concert and Soundgarden headline the concert on Sunday. South Florida’s biggest rock festival will feature performances from more than 25 bands on two stages, Scheduled to perform on Saturday, April 29 is Def Leppard, Chevelle, Papa Roach, Alter Bridge, Seether, Three Days Grace, In This Moment, Motionless in White, Nothing More, Beartooth, Cover Our Tracks.

Sunday, April 30, the concert features Soundgarden, A Perfect Circle, The Offspring, Mastadon, Highly Suspect, The Pretty Reckless, In Flames, Eagles of Death Metal, All That Remains, Starset, I Prevail, Dinosaur Pile-Up, Goodbye June. Music starts each day at 12 noon and continues until 12 midnight.

Weekend, single day and VIP tickets are available. VIP tickets include a VIP entrance to JetBlue Park, access to a VIP lounge area with a dedicated bar, beverage and food service, views of the main stage, shaded seated area, and private restroom facilities

JetBlue Park is located at 11581 Daniels Pkwy. in Fort Myers. For information, visit FortRockFestival.com.

Naples Festival Makes Us Want to Stay in May

The Stay in May Festival features 40 events over three weeks at various venues throughout the Naples area, from theaters, concert halls, museums, and galleries to schools, churches and libraries.

The arts festival opens April 25 with a reception 6pm at the Naples Art Association’s von Liebig Art Center for ‘From Shanghai to Naples; The Art of Deen Gu.’

Shangri-La Springs hosts the first of three lectures about Mindfulness on April 26 at 10am. Another lecture will be held at 2pm. The third lecture is May 10, 7pm in the East Clubhouse of Bentley Village.

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Apr 8 : VS Jupiter Hammerheads

Apr 9 : VS Jupiter Hammerheads

Apr 17 : VS Florida Fire Frogs

Apr 18 : VS Florida Fire Frogs

Apr 19 : VS Florida Fire Frogs

Apr 20 : VS Florida Fire Frogs

Apr 25 : VS Bradenton Marauders

Apr 26 : VS Bradenton Marauders

Apr 27 : VS Bradenton Marauders

Apr 28 : VS Dunedin Blue Jays

Apr 29 : VS Dunedin Blue Jays

Apr 30 : VS Dunedin Blue Jays

GAMESSTART 7PM

A Short Film Fest, featuring screenings of independent short films, is scheduled for April 30 and May 3 & 7. Sheffield Theatre, Moorings Park Screenings start at 7pm.

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Mar 2 : VS Tampa Bay Rays

Mar 5 : VS Atlanta Braves

Mar 9 : VS Team USA (WBC)

Mar 10 : VS Baltimore Orioles

Mar 11 : VS Tampa Bay Rays

Mar 14 : VS Toronto Blue Jays *

Mar 16 : VS Pittsburgh Pirates

Mar 17 : VS Houston Astros

Mar 19 : VS Minnesota Twins

Mar 20 : VS Baltimore Orioles

Mar 23 : VS Pittsburgh Pirates

Mar 25 : VS Philadelphia Phillies

Mar 29 : VS Minnesota Twins

Mar 30 : VS Washington Nationals

GAMESSTART 1 PMEXCEPT * 6 PM

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Mar 1 : VS Pittsburgh Pirates

Mar 4 : VS Toronto Blue Jays

Mar 6 : VS St. Louis Cardinals

Mar 8 : VS Team USA (WBC)

Mar 9 : VS Team Colombia

Mar 11 : VS Boston Red Sox

Mar 12 : VS Baltimore Orioles

Mar 13 : VS Tampa Bay Rays

Mar 15 : VS St. Louis Cardinals

Mar 18 : VS Boston Red Sox

Mar 21 : VS Philadelphia Phillies

Mar 24 : VS Baltimore Orioles *

Mar 26 : VS Boston Red Sox

Mar 28 : VS Tampa Bay Rays

Mar 31 : VS Rochester Red Wings

GAMESSTART 1 PMEXCEPT * 7 PM

Pianist Gulsin Onay performs ‘More Than a Little Night Music’ on April 26, 2pm, at the Naples Art Association, located at 585 Park St. in downtown Naples. Other concerts scheduled for 2pm at the Naples Art Association are Lara St. John and pianist Matt Herskowitz’s Fusion Enchantment, May 2, and pianist Ilya Itin performing Two Monumental Sonatas, May 3; Latin jazz legend, Arturo Sandoval’s concert May 9, and pianist Kevin Kenner’s concert, All Chopin in the Afternoon on May 11.

Bluegrass band, The Depue Brothers perform in concert April 26, 7pm at the Hilton Hotel.

Vocalist Steffanie Pearce performs Journey Through American Song on April 27 at the Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church, 1225 Piper Blvd.

Pianist Dick Hyman performs Hit Tunes from the 30s at 2pm at the Naples Art Association.

The 10th Anniversary Dixieland Celebration for Norris Gardens, featuring the Naples Dixieland Jazz Band, is April 29, 4pm at Norris Gardens at Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave. S.

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Violinist Lara St. John & the 5th Avenue Chamber Orchestra perform Mozart Violin Concerto #3 & Symphony #25 at 7pm on May 1 at the First Methodist Church, 388 1st Ave. S, Naples and at the Naples Art Association, 585 Park St, Naples. 2p.

An Organ Crawl Across Naples is May 4, including concerts at five area churches 12:30-7pm.

On May 5, ‘Rockin’ the Library’ brings big band music to South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy. at 6pm.

Dancing with the Stars, a music & dance show with Susan Clayton, will be in the JFCS Community room, 5025 Castello Dr. Seraphic Fire Choral Concert is May 9, 7pm, at the Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church, 1225 Piper Blvd.

Malenda Trick paints & Steffanie Pearce sing during ‘A Night in Paris: Painting & Cabaret Classics,’ May 11, 5:30pm at Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr.

The Stay in May Festival ends with a concert at 5:30pm by The Tokens and Rocky & The Rollers at the Naples Zoo, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd.

For information, call 390-2788.

I Hear a Symphony

by Cindy-jo Dietz

IMET WITH COMPOSER Dr. Jason Bahr and Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers’ conductor, Jeffrey Faux at Jason’s home. After a few cocktails, we discussed Bahr’s new Symphony No. 2, New Dawn

So, who are the Mastersingers? Jeff explains they consist of members of a community chorus, volunteer singers working with a professional core group of musicians. They specialize in performing major master works, symphonic music, requiems, anything sung with a large orchestra. The group performs two to three major works a year, plus working on smaller projects. With a focus on the Southwest Florida area, you can catch performances mostly in Fort Myers and often at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.

Bahr and Jeffery met when Jason decided to sign up for the Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers shortly after moving to his current home. He had first heard of the Mastersingers through a music teacher’s meeting at Gulf Coast University, where he is currently a professor. “I always just kind of kept it in my head. After I moved to this house, which was close to the rehearsal site, I thought I would go. They were performing Beethoven’s 9th Symphony my first rehearsal.” He continues, “Jeff is a great conductor. I think he handles the people and the music very well. This is my fourth or fifth year working with the Mastersingers. Iam the bass section leader and I also sing in the chamber choir. Symphony No. 2 will be the fourth work that the Mastersingers have performed of mine.”

Symphony No. 2 began its inception prior to Dr. Bahr moving to Florida. He says he started working on it during his summers, and last year Jeffery Faux encouraged him to complete the work. Dr. Bahr describes Symphony No 2, as a reflection on the Iraq War.

“When President Bush made the decision to take us into war, we weren’t asked to be on a war footing as a country. If you were a soldier or the loved one of a soldier, you had a tangible connection to the Iraq War, but if you weren’t, you were asked to go shopping. You weren’t asked to sacrifice, buy war bonds, give up steel or rubber, contribute more in taxes, or anything. At the same time, thousands of innocent people were suffering. I was angered by the disconnection between what was actually happening and what Americans were experiencing in their everyday lives. I wanted to write a work that reminded people just how terrible war is, and to connect them to war.”

Symphony No. 2 includes poetry from Walt

Whitman and Wilfred Owen. I asked Jason what drew him to use their work. “I’ve been a fan of Whitman’s for a long time; not just his war poetry, but his whole body of work. As Americans, we are very fortunate to have Walt Whitman in our culture; he’s an unbelievable genius and a great communicator across generations, in terms of real basic life experiences. Being familiar with his poetry, I sought out works that would communicate what I wanted in regards to the Iraq War. I threw in the Wildfred Owen poem Dulce et Decorum est, because I couldn’t find in Whitman something as graphic as I wanted. The Owen poem described in great detail a soldier from World War I who was hit with mustard gas and died a horrible death in front of his comrades. Owen’s point is, ‘In war you are encouraged to serve your country. Of course serving your country is good, but it’s not sweet and glorious, it’s awful and wretched, and you suffer a lot.’ I wanted to include that sentiment in my piece.

In the final movement, I wanted there to be some sense of optimism and hope, and Whitman delivers this with his poem called The Mystic Trumpeter. To Walt Whitman purists, this might be offensive, but I kind of chop it up and have taken little bits of it to kind of give it a sense of poem.”

Jeff Faux clearly agrees. “I love the Owen poem. It starts out with the Latin phrase, ‘Dulce et Decorum est,‘ which means ‘How Sweet it is to Die in the Service of Your Country.’ It was a mantra of sorts in World War I, particularly in England, as a kind of rallying cry. This is an honorable thing to do, to die for your country. Owen starts there, with what would be an agreed on patriotic line, then juxtaposes it with the reality of war, very graphic. I’ve been in love with that poem for that reason, for a long time.” He continues, “I’ve just recently gotten the music for that particular movement, and it’s stunning, it paints a picture in a way, musically, that matches. Sometimes in a compositional work the music is better than the poetry, or the poetry is better than the music, and sometimes they both compliment and enrich each other. I think that’s what you’ll hear. It’s powerful.”

Dr. Bahr and Jeff Faux clearly work well together, but even though they compliment each other, there had to be challenges bringing Symphony No. 2 to a live audience. I asked Jason to describe the process. “Writing a forty-plus minute work for orchestra —it’s tough. It takes a very long time. It takes training, knowledge of how the instruments work in the orchestra, how they act individually, and how they work together. I wanted to balance knowing what our choir could do, and in the time we have to rehearse it. We have an amazing soprano, who looked at this really difficult piece and didn’t flinch, which was great, and we’re bringing in a tenor from New York. A lot of our players are from the Naples Philharmonic, top shelf folks who can really read this

Dr.JasonBahr (OPPOSITEPAGE) describes Symphony No 2, as a reflection on the Iraq War.

“I wanted to write a work that reminded people just how terrible war is, and to connect them to war.”

music. I’m spoiled. I didn’t have to put too many limitations on my creativity.”

Jeff Faux also had his share of challenges. “As a conductor with a new piece, I didn’t get to pull something off the shelf and get to know it here and there, or get someone else’s take on it, or even read people’s research about it, or anything. It comes at you as it is. You know? So, it’s been a different process for me. Working through it and getting to know it. The plus side of course is, when I have a question I can talk to the composer. I knock on Beethoven’s grave and he has yet to answer (laughs). We collaborate, so that’s exciting.” He adds, “Beyond that is the fact that Jason is in the choir. He’s one of the singers. So, he’s there. We’ll chat every once in a while after rehearsal and bounce ideas off of each other. For me, a composer writes something and there it is, but it’s subject to the interpretation, or inspiration, or experiences of the person who then is responsible for presenting it to an audience. That may not always be the same. I may see things that Jason may not have even thought of. My responsibility is to make Symphony No. 2 something that will appeal to an audience in a live situation, more so than the composer does.”

As a young composer, 20 years ago or more, Dr. Bahr would write a piece and think ‘Well, if they just played it the way I wrote it, it would be what I imagined” (laughing). He gained great experience when he got to hear pieces performed multiple times by different groups or different individuals, bringing a different perspective to the music each time. As a member of the Mastersingers, Dr. Bahr says he has to look at his role as a performer, which is different from approaching it as a composer. “Here, as a member of the choir, of course I know the music, but I am marking my score, occasionally making errors. I have to practice,” adding, “As a composer, I think more holistically. This will work, this fits the choir, this is what room there is for the part, something like that. As a performer, I see things on a much smaller level. How am I going to get my note from here to there? I have to mark that’s a whole step and stuff like that. So far, there isn’t anything that I’ve encountered, at least with this piece, where I performed and I wished I had done something differently, but I certainly have to pay attention to things on a smaller level as a performer.”

Faux explains that for the coming year the Mastersingers have decided to theme their performances around the concept of looking forward in the music world, versus looking backward. “When you talk about a group like ours, that performs master works, we’re performing pieces that have stood the test of time. That’s the definition of a master work. So therefore, by definition, you’re looking back to the past. You are perform-

ing work by Haydn, Beethoven and Mahler, so to then commit to a major project of a living composer? The reality is in today’s world people in our culture like to look back when it comes to classical music, but we think it’s worth looking forward. So we called our whole season ‘The Future of Music.‘

least the future art music consumer.” He continues, “The kids are amazing and Matt Koller, the Choir Director, is very gifted with this age group.” Matt doubles as the Associate Director of the Mastersingers, but spends his time every week working with the youth choir rehearsals. “He’s gotten a great sound out of them, quickly, it’s phenomenal. There are a lot of high school choirs that would love to sound like this. It’s pretty impressive,” says Jeff. Jason continues, “My piece is in five movements. The first four are pretty gruesome. They’re somber and angry, they depict war, but in the fifth movement we turn to something that’s more positive and optimistic about the future. The kids sing that first. “I hear the trumpeter… Give me some vision of the future.” That is the future of music! They’re announcing that future. Hoping for a time when we can get beyond war. I think it is very appropriate.”

So, what are Jeff and Jason hoping the audience comes away with after hearing Symphony No. 2? Jason says he first wants the audience to become more aware of the damage that war causes. “It’s not a statistic, or a two minute news story. There are plenty of disabled veterans that can explain their experiences, but we don’t have stories from the average person who was affected, the farmer or the shop owner who’s store was bombed. I want people to be aware these are real people who were harmed. I want people to then, with that, feel the inspiration to take action. he says. “I also want them to come away, on a much more superficial level, with a meaningful artistic experience. That would be really satisfying for me.”

Symphony No. 2, by Dr. Bahr is part of it, as is The City of Palms Youth Choir, who will also be participating in this performance.

The City of Palms Youth Choir is an auditioned group consisting of middle school and high school age children. Jeff says they were specifically looking for kids that would describe themselves as choir jocks. “You got football jocks, and whatever. We want the choir jocks. The ones that love music so much, they are going to be the future me, and the future Jason, and the future Mastersinger singer, and at the

Jeff adds, “The audience should come away knowing the difference between art and entertainment. Art challenges, moves and inspires. It gets you from point A to point B, whatever that is. As opposed to entertainment, where you can sit comfortably at point A, and be done at point A. Art should have an influence on you. I think this piece is capable of doing that. Its point of view is rich and worth hearing. Jason has already accomplished this in his writing, and with our performance I think that will happen. My hope is the audience walks away realizing a brand new piece of music doesn’t have to be frightening. The message is challenging and weaves itself throughout the piece, there are moments of sheer beauty that are appropriate. If people can be moved in a direction, feel comfortable in that experience, and it was done through a brand new piece of music, I think that would be exciting.” •

Jason Bahr’s Symphony No. 2 will be performed by the Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers, April 2 at the First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs and April 8 at the First Christian Church of Fort Myers. For information, call 288-2535.

Conductor Jeff Faux explains, “A composer writes something and there it is, but it’s subject to the interpretation, or inspiration, or experiences of the person who then is responsible for presenting it to an audience.

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WO INSTALLATIONS BY ANN HAMILTON, Phora and The First Line (Sounds for Drawing) , carried their history forward as they intersected with the 2017 Presidential Inauguration. Each work of art was created years ago in completely different spaces that inspired and informed the final product. Hamilton’s Phora was first conceived in 2005 for La Maison Rouge in Paris, France. Hamilton’s and Deutch’s The First Line(Sounds for Drawing) wasoriginally exhibited in 2011 at the Burchfield-Penney Art Center, Buffalo State College in Buffalo, NY.

by John Loscuito

lack of verbal communication from the figures in the photos.

The second work in the exhibition The First Line is a collaboration between Ann Hamilton and Andrew Deutsch.

Phora’s current elements include over 120 large-scale photographs hung in a grid over the four walls of the gallery almost from floor to ceiling.

Waltraud Forelli-Wallach, curator of the original Phora exhibition in 2005 remarked, “In my view, her [Hamilton’s] work at La Maison Rouge in particular raises questions about the silence and individualism of the western world, saturated with what has become ineffectual discourse while others struggle to have their say.” Forelli is referencing Hamilton’s sensitivity to the location of the La Maison Rouge located between the Bastille Prison and the Opera Bastille. These sites of the 1789 start of the French revolution and a center of vocal artistic expression intersect with contemporary issues in the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery.

Phora’s current elements include over 120 largescale photographs hung in a grid over the four walls of the gallery almost from floor to ceiling. Each photograph

In this installation there is a single drawing hung on a red freestanding wall above a large drafting table housing a set of headphones with multiple ports to plug into. The red wall is nod to Phora ’s original location, La Maison Rouge. The piece is centered in the middle of the gallery surrounded by and disrupting Phora . Hamilton’s drawing is a layered montage of words encircled by a repetition of oval lines. Deutsch set up a series of microphones to record the sound of Hamilton making the drawing, capturing the graphite rubbing on the paper along with Hamilton’s chanting. The tracks created by Andrew Deutsch are remixed versions of that original recording. Visitors are encouraged one by one to sit at t he table and listen to the tracks while making their own drawings inspired by the sounds of Hamilton making her creation. The box of blank papers slowly diminishing as each visitor deposits their drawing into the archive.

Performative actions are common to Hamilton’s installations and here the audience’s participation closes the circle of the senses and of the public’s ability to have

though they are of living people surrounding the viewer with wildly colored lips, a silent choir of faces blanketing the space. These images come from a video Hamilton took of small painted medieval altarpiece sculptures at Stockholm’s Museum of National Antiquities. They are accompanied by a newly composed sound piece from Andrew Deutsch played through 6 ceiling speakers. Hamilton’s incomprehensible voice flows over the space amplifying the frustration surrounding the

the viewer removes oneself from the public space accessing a private internal space to create a visual interpretation of Deutsch’s interpretation of Hamilton’s drawing. At the same time the participant becomes a performer within the piece. This becomes another layer of separation created by time and space with the effort to be heard through text, voice and image. These metaphors of separation and struggles to communicate become real through the public’s engagement.

Each photograph is a close-up, out of focus detail of medieval wooden figures, mouths open, twisted and discomforting.

For this exhibition, there was a surprise addition to Hamilton and Deutsch’s work. Beginning at 11am on January 20, 2017, FSW Humanities professor Wendy Chase gave a talk about the exhibition. At approximately 11:40, coinciding with the Presidential Inauguration, a group of twelve FSW students interrupted the presentation to perform a piece inspired by Ann Hamilton. The students stood up one by one, playing backwards recordings of their concerns through their phones. Although the work was not coordinated with Hamilton or Deutsch, it emphasized the timeless and timely themes in their work.

Regardless of any political affiliation, the desire to be heard is shared amongst all people. The convergence of the French Revolution and President Trump’s Inauguration was emphasized by the students’ performance. Ann Hamilton’s and Andrew Deutsch’s works do not aim to comment specifically on that relationship, but the poetic nature of art is

perfect to encompass it. In line with Robert Rauschenberg’s legacy, Hamilton’s and Deutsch’s encouragement of public engagement is as important now as it ever was.

Renowned international artist Ann Hamilton

is a recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship, an NEA Visual Arts Fellowship and represented the United States at the 1999 Venice Biennale. She has created sitesensitive installations worldwide, engaging the senses and the mind, incorporating diverse cultures, materials, architecture, and language. Andrew Deutsch is a sound artist who has worked with artists such as Pauline Oliveros, Stephen Vitiello and Tony Conrad. He has audio work released by Anomalous Records, Institute for Electronic Arts, and Deep Listening. Deutsch is a member of the Institute for Electronic Art at Alfred University where he and Hamilton have worked on a number of projects. • Ann Hamilton’s Phora and The First Line (Sounds for Drawing) are on view thru March 18 at the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery, located on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College, located at 8099 College Pkwy SW,Building L, in Fort Myers. The Gallery is open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm & Sat 11am-3pm. For more information, call 489-9313.

Visitors are encouraged one by one to sit at the table and listen to the tracks while making their own drawings inspired by the sounds of Hamilton making her creation.

It is the largest toxin-free grove in the United States. She has almost 400 trees and produces about 10,000 pounds of fruit a year.

by Carol DeFrank

Crazy About Calamondins A

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GUTSTEIN,owner of the virtual Calamondin Cafe for a unique gift idea for a food snob and her prompt answer will be, “Anything calamondin”. Then she’ll elaborate. “If they’re a cook give them fresh fruit, puree or coulis; if they like sweets they’ll appreciate a calamondin cake; if they like marmalade they’ll love calamondin jam; or you can just give them a calamondin tree.”

The Calamondin Cafe is a virtual cafe, Gutstein explains. “We are a ‘dirt-to-dessert’ artisanal company where everything is done the old fashion way — manually. We hand plant the trees, hand pick the fruit and separate the stem and the seeds by hand.

Gutstein gives her father credit for her successful business. “About 25 years ago my father’s friend Jack Spencer introduced him to the fruit by giving him a jar of homemade calamondin jam. Dad loved it and decided to make his own. The local grocery didn’t carry the fruit so he planted a tree in his yard. Although it’s an ornamental tree with striking foliage used often in landscaping, his mission was to harvest the fruit to make jam. And he did. I lived in Maryland at the time. He sent me several jars from that first batch and I was hooked. From then on, every winter, the jam arrived at my home like clockwork.”

Her father continued to make the jam until 2008 when, during the cooking process, he burnt the sugar. “Mom said it was time for me to carry on the tradition because she was forcing Dad into calamondin retirement.”

Gutstein enjoyed making the jam and, like her father, gave jars to all of her friends. They said it was so good she should start selling it. “But I just kept making it and giving it away, until I tasted a cake Jack’s wife, Joy baked. That was my aha moment. I instantly visualized a little company that could.”

She began by researching possible competition but soon discovered there wasn’t any. “At that point it was a no brainer,” she said. “I wanted to share the calamondin experience with the rest of the world. I felt it was time. And, if it worked out like I planned, my pension would be in place.”

She worried about a pension because she is a physician by trade, therefore responsible for creating her own retirement. In an effort to secure her future, 15 years ago she her brother David, also a doctor, purchased 27 1 / 2 acres of land on Pine Island and in Lehigh Acres. They used 25 of the acres to grow and sell palm trees. It was a viable business until 2008 when the real estate market collapsed. The palm tree venture fell flat as part of the domino effect that ensued.

So, the obvious thing to do with the two and a half acres not being used was to plant calamondin trees. In 2011, when the trees were ready to harvest, the Calamondin Cafe was born. Currently she has almost 400 trees and produces about 10,000 pounds of fruit with only nine part time employees. It is the largest toxin free grove in the United States.

“I don’t consider this a start up company, I consider it an industry,” Gutstein says. “It was and still is the only calamondin company in the world that sells consumable products made from this fruit.”

The calamondin is a small fruit, about the size of a walnut. Fully ripened it is sour but mellows when processed. Gutstein says It tastes like a tart tangerine with overlying flavors of orange, lemon, apricot, pineapple and guava. The skin adds sweetness and antioxidants so it’s used in the processing of the puree adding healthy benefits to the consumers. Like an orange, it is high in vitamin C.

It originated in Asia and is an intergenetic hybrid between a member of the genus citrus (probably the mandarin orange) and the kumquat. It found its way to Florida over 100 years ago via Panama. In the Philippines, where it is extremely popular, it’s picked green (unripe) and used mostly to season foods. In the United States the fruit stays on the tree until fully ripe and turns orange.

The tree is sensitive to the cold, therefore thrives in warm states such as Florida, California, Hawaii, and parts of southern Texas.The tree takes two to three years to bear fruit and may live for more than 40 years. It’s an attractive tree that sprouts white or purplish flowers and grows between nine and 19 feet.

The fruit has many health benefits. As a doctor, Gutstein feels that it’s important to create awareness of

The calamondin is an intergenetic hybrid between a manadarin orange and a kumquat.

toxins used in growing, cleaning and even shipping citrus fruits. She also considers it important to inform the public of the advantages of consuming products grown with organic pesticides and produced in a toxin free environment.

In an added effort to keep their products organic they tout totally toxin-free kitchen practices. “We use stainless steel instead of aluminum due to the potential link between dietary aluminum consumption and increased risk for alzheimer’s. We use BPA-free plastic or glass because BPA has been implicated as a link to breast and prostate cancer as well as behavioral disorders in children. Our ingredient list is short but includes only quality products and we go so far as to make sure even our packaging is BPA free.”

Gutstein isn’t influenced by profit when it comes to toxins. “We decided not to ship out of the country because USDA rules said we would have to dip the fruit in one of three fungicides that we consider toxic. After going through all the hoops to keep our product as pure as possible we couldn’t allow that to happen so we settled on shipping only within the United States for the time being.”

The production of all the calamondin products take place in a dedicated room inside Cameron’s British Foods. The gluten-free cakes are made in a gluten-free kitchen at Lisa’s Gluten-Free Bakery in Naples.

Calamondin Cafe sells puree, extract and juices from the fruit. They also sell cakes, jams,

candied peel, sea salt, coulis, and trees. “When customers ask for seeds, we tell them they are attractively packaged in the fruit.“

While palm trees sales are up again, Gutstein’s long term plan is to eventually replace them with calamondin trees. “But for now. the division of the two species of trees is fine. It serves the need of our current customer base.”

Gutstein is looking forward to a bright and lucrative future. “We are working on or improving several ideas. We have a wedding cake package in place and are getting ready to market itto bakeries. We accidentally discovered that, because of its intense flavor, chemo patients will eat calamondin baked goods when nothing else appeals to them, so we developed and plan to expand upon a chemo package dubbed the Cheer Up Program. And there are several breweries experimenting with calamondins aspiring to develop a great tasting beer.”

“We use stainless steel instead of aluminum due to the potential link between dietary aluminum consumption and increased risk for alzheimer’s. We use BPA-free plastic or glass because BPA has been implicated as a link to breast and prostate cancer as well as behavioral disorders in children.”

But Gutstein doesn’t want to spread the company too thin. “We have no desire to be a venture capitalist. I’ve seen many organizations grow like gang busters only to disappear in a year or two. That being said, if we are lucky enough to acquire a huge account or a brewery finds the perfect recipe for a calamondin beverage, everything is in place to enable the company to expand as needed.”

Whatever happens Gutstein is confident that she will still be in business five years from now. “We could still be local or may grow into a national or even international company? Only time will tell. But whatever we are we will still have a presence and that’s what’s important. I planted a grove not a tree. I made a commitment.”

Gutstein shared a few Calamondin serving suggestions; Add a teaspoon per serving to fruit salad or to oatmeal, mix 50/50 with Horseradish sauce for a shrimp dip, bake over the top of chicken, fish, or pork, use inside or out on baked brie, mix into whipped creme with a touch of powdered sugar, add to waffles, pancakes, scones, or mix it into Greek yogurt. It also works beautifully with chocolate mousse, flourless chocolate cake or poured over ice cream and pound cake.

In addition to their on-line store at calamondincafe.com, Gutstein sells products locally. “We are at the farmers market in Naples (3rd Street) on Friday, Sanibel on Sundays, and Lakes Park in Fort Myers on Wednesdays.” •

For information about Calamondin Cafe, call 288-5535.

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Dragonfly Yoga & Pilates

12751 South Cleveland Avenue suite 202 FORT MYERS

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Health & Harmony Studio

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Dragonfly Yoga & Pilates is one of Fort Myers’ premier yoga & pilates studios. Their mission is to inspire every body through breath and mindful movement. They believe that a studio should be warm and welcoming to all regardless of age, size, fitness, and/or physical abilities. They are committed to f inding a class, course, and/or private session that is just right for you.

Health & Harmony is the oldest yoga studio in Lee County and has been teaching yoga for 26 years. They offer a variety of yoga classes for all levels and styles with talented teachers, including three Iyengar Certified Teachers. They also offer Tai Chi, Stretch and Strength classes, along with many workshops and educational lectures. They sell yoga props and clothing, and unique jewelry and gift items. Merged with A Holistic Approach Center (AHA!) in 2015, they now offer a wide range of complementary and alternative healing therapies. A Holistic Approach Center embraces the mind-bodyspirit approach to health.

Joyful Yoga

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Shangri-La Springs

27750 Old 41 Road

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Yay so Yoga

17433 Alico Center Road unit 3 FORT MYERS

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Offering over 60 classes per week in a beautiful 7600 sq.ft. studio. All levels and styles of practice, meditation instruction as taught by the Chopra Center, Ayervedic spa, boutique with props and a variety of yoga fashions, and Joyful Yoga Academy, offering 200-hour & 500-hour Teacher Training. Experienced staff offers massage, skin care, yoga therapy, Ayurvedic consultations, treatments, and education in all things yoga. Ayurvedic Spa offers Eminence Skin Care and their own Joyful line of organic oils and products. Free/donation classes available.

At the historic Shangri-La Springs, they believe Yoga is a powerful way to access wellness. They offer classes, workshops and retreats for all skill levels and in many forms of Yoga and other practices, including Chakra Balancing, Hand Drumming, Tai Chi, Pilates, Kundalini Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra-Restorative-Reiki, World Dance, V eterans Yoga, Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, Gentle Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa, Power Yoga, Buddhism and Guided Meditation, Qigong, Transformational Breath, NIA Dance, Sound Healing and Self-Defense. Check website for class schedule.

Offering Ashtanga, Acro, Anti-Gravity/Aerial, and Thai yoga. They focus on holistic practices of yoga and Ayurveda healing. They welcome all levels of experience in their classes and work with each individual’s specific skill sets. David has been teaching yoga in Fort Myers since 2001 and is an Ayurvedic counselor and practitioner as well as a Grand Master in Martial Arts. Their yoga classes are down to earth, straight forward and relaxing. See website for class schedule.

MARCH 2 017

SATURDAY 4

Brentano String Quartet

An American string quartet founded at Juilliard in 1992, they received the Naumberg Award and the Martin Segal Prize within a year of their public concert debut. The Brenano became the first ensemble-in-residence at Princeton University, a position it held from 1999-2014. It is now the quartet-in-residence at the Yale School of Music. They performed the central music in the critically-acclaimed independent film, ‘ A Late Quartet.’

TUESDAY 7

Eric Lu

The 18 year-old has been acclaimed as a young pianist with enormous promise and a distinctive musical voice. He won first prize in the 2015 National Chopin Competition in Miami and also received the Best Concerto prize, and the IX Moscow International Chopin Competition for Young Pianists.

Brentano String Quartet

Daedalus String Quartet

Daedalus String Quartet

Since winning the top prize in the Banff International String Quartet Competition in 2001, the Daedalus has established itself as a leader among the new generation of string ensembles. Its members hold degrees from the Juilliard School, Curtis Institute, Cleveland Institute, and Harvard University.

TUESDAY 14

Boston Chamber Music Society with Ann Hobson Pilot

New England’s longest-running chamber music society returns with a new violinist, pianist and oboist. Joined by legendary harpist Ann Hobson Pilot, their concert will combine the familia: a Shubert trio and the Mozart Clarinet Quintet, the rarely performed ‘Two Pieces for Flute, Cello and Harp’ by Jongen, and Ravel’s ‘Introduction and Allegra for Flute, Clarinet, String Quartet and Harp.’

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Emerson String Quartet

Over three decades, they have made more than thirty acclaimed recordings, won nine Grammys (including two for Best Classical Album), three GramoPhone Awards, the Avery Fisher Prize, and Musical America’s ‘Ensemble of the Year.’ They were inducted into the Classical Music Hall of Fame in 2010. In 2015, they received the Richard J. Bogomolny National Service Award, the highest award in classical chamber music.

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An Evening with George & Ira Gershwin

The brothers collaborated on thirteen Broadway hits between 1924-1937. After George’s death Ira teamed up with accomplished composers Jerome Kern, Kurt Weill and Harold Arlen Selections from their classic songs will be performed by an exciting young cast of singing actors, with piano accompaniment.

All Concerts Start 8pm Sanibel Congregational Church 2050 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island 239-344-7025

www.sanibelmusicfestival.com

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Opera Theater of Connecticut French Composers

French opera is second only to Italian opera in the length, breadth and diversity of its history. Opera Theater of Connecticut will present selections from this rich tradition, sung by six young professional opera singers. Artistic Director, Alan Mann will supplement each segment with supertitles and commentary.

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By Julie Clay

SHANGRI-LA.You may be familiar with the fictional paradise first described in the 1933 novel, Lost Horizon by James Hilton. Those who lived there enjoyed a carefree, harmonious existence and virtual immortality. Nestled on 8.5 acres

between Tamiami Trail and Old 41 (thanks to a recently completed makeover, now known as Historic Old 41), Shangri-La Springs Resort in Bonita Springs has been busy living up to the name, quietly implementing a major restoration of its buildings and grounds over the past number of years. Upgrades are nearing completion and the schedule of events, classes and goings-on is staggering. From yoga, art and dance to healing arts and spa services, there’s something for everyone in search of rejuvenation. It’s also becoming quite the popular setting for weddings and private events. As General Manager and Artistic Director Zawi Borsa puts it, “It’s about bringing everybody together and allowing this property to give back to the community in general.”

From the street, the sign beckons. Turning into the property you instantly begin to catch the vibe. The majestic Great House greets guests out front. Built in 1921 by the Heitman family, the Great House was originally a 25-room hotel designed to house potential buyers of nearby property that they were

In the living room of the Great House is where you’ll find a white grand piano. Several nights a week it’s being played by a local performer, with accompanying musicians joining in on percussion or perhaps electric double bass. Artwork is everywhere, evoking a sense of comfort and home. Zawi shares that following renovations, the Great House will once again be a hotel for guests of special events taking place at the resort.

Wander through, check out the Paper Grotto (which, according to Zawi, the setting is all paper) and out onto the patio, which offers outdoor seating for lunch and dinner. From here you’ll enjoy a view of the courtyard, the centerpiece of which is one of the two magnificent Mysore fig trees (imported from India) located on property. “We have had since the very beginning a focus on art and nature,” says Zawi.

The Long House sits across the courtyard from the Great House. On the Art/Nature night that we attended, the Long House was hosting live dulcimer music by Debo Kumi. There was an art table for kids to make

Zawi recalls, “The original mineral spring dates back to the Calusa Indians. They gathered their water there and used it for ceremonial purposes. It flows out into Oak Creek, which meanders thru our property. It’s been the centerpiece for many owners.” Current chlorination codes prevent use of the pool at the moment, but the pool deck setting evokes a time long past. Zawi assures us that they are trying to resolve that pesky chlorination thing so guests may enjoy the pool.

Further down the property we visited the Hummingbird House, home to Hummingbird Wellbeing Center & Boutique, an independent company operating at Shangri-La Springs. Restoration efforts have brought the floors back to their original wooden shine, and it’s here that a plethora of classes are held including yoga, healing, meditation, dance, chakra balancing and much more. Visit the Shangri-La website for a complete schedule of events and classes.

The Octagon House is just off the courtyard, housing an array of live music and more within its unique shape. Nearby sits Shangri-La’s other Mysore fig tree. Shangri-La President Andrew Sroka remarked during our visit that when the fig trees are blooming the crows descend en masse, making a glorious racket as they consume their feast. As the trees produce more fruit in upcoming seasons, Zawi says, they’re hoping to nab some figs for people to enjoy and have nearby Momentum Brew House make an organic fig beer to be served at Shangri-La. If it’s here, it has to be organic. It all goes back to the very essence of life. Andrew adds, “This is the largest private green space in Bonita Springs. Everything we do here is designed to be sustainable.”

“The organic garden is the base of the entire project, the core of it all”, says Zawi, referencing the fact that from roughly the 1950’s on, Shangri-La Springs has had a focus on health and making its mark as a first-class health resort, even when things like fasting, juicing and a raw food diet were virtually unknown back then.

developing. It was expanded to 50 rooms by a subsequent owner, Walter Mack of the Cadillac family. Proprietors that have followed, right up to the present, have been more interested in developing Shangri-La Springs as a health resort. Among the Great House offerings, says Zawi, are live painting, lunch and dinner service, a bar, and gift shop. There’s also live music.

laminated butterfly cards, potter Matt Kearney was creating pieces on a pottery wheel, an artist was painting on canvas to music of his own, and a section of floor had chalkboard pieces laid out with a chalk art project in creation.

Behind the Long House you’ll find a rectangular in-ground pool filled with healing water from the nearby mineral springs. As

During our visit we marveled at the garden, overseen by the self-proclaimed “Unruly Gardener” Millisa Bell. Healthy, thriving vegetables, herbs and greens stretched for hundreds of yards. We sampled microgreens, radishes, peanuts, tiny native Everglades tomatoes, and the fruit of the loquat tree. A vast swath of sweet potato vines sprawls across their designated area. An

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“The original mineral spring dates back to the Calusa Indians. They gathered their water there and used it force

orchard filled with local and exotic fruit boasts four varieties of bananas, starfruit and an assortment of citrus. In true sustainability fashion, there is also a beebox in the starter phases of producing honey, as well as a building containing several giant worm composting bins. Many flowering plants exist here too which according to Bell, are excellent for beneficial pollinators.

All of this carefully grown, organic yield provides the substance for the Shangri-La kitchen overseen by Chef Pyro Rodriguez. His menu is updated seasonally, offering lunch and dinner ‘farm to table’ fare. He loves being able to just go into the garden and get what he needs to create dishes, listing foods like bronze fennel, Mexican tarragon, passion fruit, guava and dragon fruit as examples. Shangri-La partners with local vendors to bring in organic meat and fish to complement the vegetarian fare.

Fully encompassing their mission of total health, they offer a Dinner Theatre series bringing together art and music along with a delicious organic dinner to round out your evening. Dinner is served in the Art Gallery Dining Room followed by a concert in the Octagon. Scheduled for March 11 is a visit from Lancaster, PA’s Franklin & Marshall College Chamber Singers. “The restaurant itself is a unique experience for two reasons”, says Zawi, “We have art hanging on the walls. And there is a wall of windows facing the courtyard and the Mysore fig tree.”

When you’re situated on a mineral spring it just seems a given that a focus on health and wellbeing was destined to happen. Following Shangri-La’s incarnation as a hotel, a subsequent owner, Dr. Charles Gnau, capitalized on the health aspect by adding a spring-fed pool and a statue dubbed, ‘the

Indian Maiden of the Springs.’ In 1964, the property was purchased by R.J. Cheatham, whose interest in natural hygiene led to improving the property with recreation and health spa facilities. It was at this point the locale was redubbed Shangri-La.

The 1993 purchase by Leo Dahlman brought a sizable restoration with the end goal of developing it into a first-class health resort. His background in historic restoration and hotel management helped to reinstate most of the property to its original magnificence. A pair of longtime conservationists bought the resort in 1998 through the Lama Hana Land Trust to protect its place as a landmark in Bonita Springs. Then things got quiet on Old 41 for a few years, then a good decade or so, and the property went into foreclosure. However, it was not all for naught. In late 2015, major renovations to Old 41 began; all the while upgrades to all things Shangri-La continued to roll forward.

During this quiet time, Zawi says, “We were maintaining and preserving the land. The grounds became certified organic and the gardens were kept active the entire time. The trust came in and saved it from being developed. That was the goal and a success. As time went by they looked at different options for what it could be for the community, and finally in 2012 the public revealed their awe and interest in the property, which led to a push for getting the doors open one day a week,” adding that it took about a year to convince those in charge to let the public in even for that short time. Then Zawi came on board in 2013 as Artistic Director. “The current owners saved it,” she states, “They wanted to preserve it, protect it from being plowed down. The community’s

been supportive and they tell us what they love and what they’d like to see, and we try to make it happen.”

She continues, “There were three of us that opened it one day a week. We charged $10 to come in and walk around. It grew to where [Facilities Manager] John Domanski took a passion in giving historical tours. He did all the research and developed a tour that we now offer. Andrew gives the tours now.

Soon after they started, people came in saying it would be a beautiful place to do yoga, dance classes, etc. Then lunch started. At the time, we didn’t have a working kitchen. It was all catered in. People wanted to stay and enjoy the grounds. We wanted and continue to be reflective of what the community wants.” And if the community wants yoga, they’ll find lots of it at ShangriLa Springs.

“We have a nice variety of yoga, restorative yoga, free yoga for veterans and service members, etc,” Zawi says, adding, “We have a full-service sauna and a really interesting slow spa.”

Outside of special programs and events, admission to enjoy the atmosphere of ShangriLa is free. And that just lines up perfectly with the Shangri-La vision. Zawi sums it up, “When you get in art and nature you start to realize what life’s all about. It’s a good escape. It’s a great place to come and just get away from it,' adding, “Everybody who walks in here says ‘I’ve been driving by here for 15 years and I had no idea.’ When they walk onto the grounds, it doesn’t matter their background, everyone says they can feel something special.We’re so lucky that it’s still here.”

• Shangri-La Springs is located at 27750 Old 41 Rd. in Bonita Springs. For information, call 949-0749.

The Long House

purposes.”

“We have had since the very beginning a focus on art and nature,” says Zawi.

Wby Paula Michele Bolado

hen one thinks about the Steampunk phenomenon, a collage of Victorian era images enter the mind: glimmery brass clocks, antique keys, Edison or Marconi bulbs, tight striped corsets, leather-laced top hats, round protruding goggles, and steam machines. In addition, novels like Jules Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, H.G. Wells’ Time Machine, and contemporary young adult literature, like Scott Westerfeld’s Leviathan, are all examples of the science fiction subgenre referred to as Steampunk.

Attributed to the author K.W. Jeter, the term “Steampunk” began as a literary reference to describe Victorian era fiction that was future-oriented. The term was later used however, to describe things other than literature such as fashion, movies, television, and décor. Steve Timcack, an artist, and owner of Another Time and Timeless galleries in downtown Fort Myers, which features Steampunk art, jewelry and décor,

describes Steampunk as “a Victorian era view of the future using steam powered machines.” He says, “Think James Bond in the Victorian era.”

Timcak has been studying invention since he was a kid, always taking things apart — like old rotary phones. He positions the dial in one place and the receiver in another; eventually creating a jewelry box telephone, which of course worked. He became fascinated by brass keys, lightbulbs, antique clocks, and other antiquities that make interesting art mediums.

When he was a teenager in the mid-70s growing up in Chicago, his dad was the superintendent of the old Fine Arts building on Michigan Avenue. The basement was a “treasure trove” of junk. Bronze work was everywhere. The building used to be a factory for Studebaker coaches but it was expanded and redesigned for artists.

As a teen he snuck around the basement and went through big boxes of keys to see which key opened what. Some doors had never cracked an inch in over 50 years. The basement had a boiler room that looked like “two big locomotives underground.” Trains are the driving force for the Steampunk culture, and Timcak was impressed, not only by the boiler room of the Fine Arts building, but by the old train yards in Louisiana, which are filled with unlocked train

You can walk in, look around and touch objects reflective of another time and another era. “Basically, I grew up in Steampunk, so it comes very naturally for me.”

Timcak creates art pieces that he sells in his galleries. His work has a distinctive ambience. He designs from his mind, and doesn’t mimic the creations of others. His work is a true inventor’s design, meaning one sees all the mechanisms working behind the glass of his lamps or clock pieces. He uses Edison or Marconi-style bulbs, tubes from defunct MRI machines, old vintage lamp ports and scrap metal, including copper wire

or brass. It takes him more time to amass the components from yard sales, thrift stores, and antique shops than it does to build a lamp. In ‘Two Worlds’ one can see the artistic and electric interchanges between the components beautifully in this lamp creation. Timcak’s ‘From the Depths of Time’ also features nautical

themes in this lighted piece. He creates patina fin ishes on metals to age

Steampunk is “a Victorian era view of the future using steam powered machines.”

them but uses modern sockets to juxtapose the images of time. Sometimes he also polishes metals — whatever fits the vision he has for the piece. This particular piece features two turn knobs with a miniature diver’s helmet and two reproduction Victorian brass stampings. Many of his pieces feature nautical symbols that are inspired by the Jules Verne classic, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. One of the most puzzling of all the symbols is the octopus (oddly enough it is not the squid that is highlighted in the 20,000 Leagues novel). This symbol has a dominate appearance in the Steampunk world, but according to Timcak, its origins are ambiguous.

Not all Steampunk is about glimmer and sass, as it does have philosophical themes that weave in and out of literature and the arts. For example, Timcak’s piece ‘The Belfry III’ incorporates a taxidermic bat incased in the dismantled body of an oak clock. The bat is hanging upside down from an attachment in front of an antique gong. When the clock chimes, the gong makes it louder. I asked him why the name for the piece and he said it’s based on the old saying, ‘You got bats in your belfry,’ meaning ‘you’re nuts.’

Is there a dark side in the Steampunk phenomena? In the novel, Time Machine, HG Wells wanted us to know that there is an element of danger in pushing too much towards the future. “We are always getting away from the present moment...” In the race to invent the next thing a “Wild Wild West” for innovators had been created. And because of the eagerness to race into the

future, there were many lawsuits, explosions, bankruptcies, and failures, as innovators were not taking the time to be careful and deliberate.

Steampunk had a limit to steampowered machines, but the inventors of today may face equally similar issues that H.G. Wells alluded to over a century ago, but in different areas of science, such as in nuclear technology and biotechnology. There doesn’t seem to be much glimmer in cloning sheep, so maybe the fascination with Steampunk brings us to an era of excitement that although might have caused more than a few explosions, it just looks more glamorous.

Another Time

Luckily for the artist, we can explore the juxtapositions of time through the various mediums that can be found in basements, antique stores, and train yards. These discovers are turned into repurposed pieces that reflect an era of long ago. Yet, the worlds can collide, as artists like to do, so Timcak works on bridging the modern world to Steampunk with his newest creation that takes a computer flash drive and gives it that Steampunk touch by fitting it into an antique key. You can see and purchase Timcak’s pieces at Another Time and Timeless galleries located in Downtown Fort Myers. •

Another Time is located at 1414 Dean St, and Timeless is located at 2218 First St. in downtown Fort Myers’ Historic River District. For information about Timeless, call 332-8463. Call 672-4607 for information about Another Time.

Timcak’s piece

‘The Belfry III’ incorporates a taxidermic bat incased in the dismantled body of an oak clock. The bat is hanging upside down from an attachment in front of an antique gong.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

MARCH

APRIL

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WEDNESDAY

March 1

•Art Reception: FineMark Bank, 10010 Coconut Rd, Estero. 5:30-7:30p. Free. 590-7199.

•Arts Alive: Receptions, exhibits, demos, livemusic at dozens of Art Alliance Naples galleries & studios. Naples ArtDistrict, Pine Ridge Industrial Park, north of Pine Ridge Rd, west of Airport Rd,Naples.

5-8p. Free. 580-7999.

•Craft Load of Laughs Comedy Showcase: Several new comics. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 8p. 389-6901.

•Ikebana Meeting & Workshop: Naples Botanical Garden, FGCU Research Center, Bueller Aud, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples.

9:30a. Free. 254-9999.

•Minnesota Twins vs Pittsburgh Pirates: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers.

1p. 800-338-9467.

•Rhythm of the Dance: Irish dancing. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs.

7:30p. 389-6901.

•String Theory Plus: Concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples.

7:30p. 775-2800.

•SWFL & Lee County

Fair: Rides, entertainment, music, kids activities, livestock shows, crafts, contests, etc. Lee Civic Center grounds, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 5-10p. 543-7469.

•The Manhattan Connection

Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

•Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

2

THURSDAY

•Art Under the Stars: Joan Roberts & Barbara Chloe Murdoch art demos. Tower Gallery, 751 Tarpon Bay Rd . 5-9p. Free. 472-4557.

•Bob DiBuono, Steve Netta: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Dan Miller & Lew Del Gatto Quartet: Jazz. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Ian Bagg: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Van-

derbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre Band: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

•Magic Under the Mangroves: Conservancy of SWFL gala fundraiser. Conservancy of SWFL Nature Center, 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples. 5:30p. Rsvp. 403-4218.

•SWFL & Lee County Fair: Rides, entertainment, music, kids activities, livestock shows, crafts, contests, etc. Lee Civic Center grounds, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 5-10p. 543-7469.

•The Second City: Comedy. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

3 FRIDAY

•A Gershwin Experience: SWFL Symphony w Lisa Vroman. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 418-1500.

•Art Reception: Art League of Fort Myers, 1451 Monroe St, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 275-3970.

•Art Reception: Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-10p. Free. 3375050.

•Art Reception: Cape Coral Arts Studio, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 10a-4p. Free.574-0802.

•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at severalgalleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p.Free. 3375050.

•BIG ARTS Concert Band Spring Concert: BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

•Bob DiBuono, Steve Netta: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Chasing Dallas Band, LoCash: Concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.

•Florida Everblades vs Atlanta Gladiators: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Ian Bagg: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7 & 9p. 389-6901.

•Lecture & Book Signing: Dr. Laurel Neme. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Little Mike & The Tornadoes: Blues band. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Mom-O-Palooza: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•SWFL & Lee County Fair: Rides, entertainment, music, kids activities, livestock shows, crafts, contests, etc. Lee Civic Center grounds, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 5-10p. 543-7469.

•Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra: Concert.

•Ian Bagg: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7 & 9p. 389-6901.

•Irish Festival: Family festival, games, crafts, entertainment, live music by Screaming Orphans, Celtic Stew, Brendan Nolan, Rathskelter, West of Galway, Kellyn Celtic Arts Irish Dance Academy, Ian Gould, Fiona Molly, Brian Bonner, Lee County Pipes & Drums. Sun Splash Park, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral. 12-8p. 540-2161.

•Jim Breuer: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6:30 & 8:30p. 389-6901.

•Minnesota Twins vs Toronto Blue Jays: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Mustang Car Show: Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10a-2p. 334-7419.

Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

4 SATURDAY

•A Gershwin Experience: SWFL Symphony w Lisa Vroman. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 418-1500.

•Antique Auto Show: Naples Depot Museum, 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. 10a-4p. Free. 262-6525.

•Art in the Park: Outdoor art & craft fair. ParkSt, downtown Naples. 10a-4p. Free.262-6517.

•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at severalgalleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 11a4p.Free. 337-5050.

•Backyard Bluesfest: JP Soars & The Red Hots, Tommy Lee Cook & The Heathens w Panache. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-11p. 693-7111.

•Bob DiBuono, Steve Netta: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.

•Brentano String Quartet: Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 344-7025.

•Florida Everblades vs Atlanta Gladiators: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.

•Sean Chambers CD Release Parrty: Blues band. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Shotgun Wedding: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•SWFL & Lee County Fair: Rides, entertainment, music, kids activities, livestock shows, crafts, contests, etc. Lee Civic Center grounds, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 5-10p. 543-7469.

•The Hit Men: w Naples Philharmonic Orchestra. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

5 SUNDAY

•Art Reception: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 939-2787.

•Bob Allan Prophet: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Bonita Springs National Art Festival: Outdoor fine art & fine craft fair. Riverside Park, 10450Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. 10a-5p. 495-8989.

•Boston Red Sox vs Atlanta Braves: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Cantus: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 693-4849.

•Devon Allman Band: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 389-6901.

•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers. Songs of the Questioner. w Mastersingers Chamber Cho-

John Sebastian will be performing March 10 at BIGARTS on Sanibel. Call 395-0900 for information. TheatreZone presents Sebastian March 13 & 14 at the Community School of Naples’ G & L Theater. Call 888-966-3352 for information.

rus. Thomas Edison Congregational Church, 1619 Llewellyn Dr, Ft Myers. 7p. 288-2535.

•Ian Bagg: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Irish Festival: Family festival, games, crafts, entertainment, live music by Screaming Orphans, Celtic Stew, Brendan Nolan, Rathskelter, West of Galway, Kellyn Celtic Arts Irish Dance Academy, Ian Gould, Fiona Molly, Brian Bonner, Lee County Pipes & Drums. Sun Splash Park, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral. 11a-8p. 5402161.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•Lee County Community

Band: Irish Blessings Cape Coral High School, 2300 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral. 3p. Free. 995-2097.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble: Sypert Salon Series.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

•SWFL & Lee County

Fair: Rides, entertainment, music, kids activities, livestock shows, crafts, contests, etc. Lee Civic Center grounds, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers. 5-10p. 543-7469.

•The Diamonds: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 8p. 941-4881115.

•Willie Nelson: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Peli-

can Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.

6

MONDAY

•Class Act Student’s Art: Art show. Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral.5-7p. Free. 772-5657.

•Jimmy Key’s Dinner & Show: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6p. 389-6901.

•Jodie DeSalvo’s Piano Talks: Jodie’s Top 20. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.

•Minnesota Twins vs St Louis Cardinals: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Smokey Robinson: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•The Diamonds: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 3 & 8p. 941488-1115.

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TUESDAY

•Acid Oceans: Documentary film & discussion.BaileyMatthews Shell Museum,3075 SanibelCaptiva Rd, Sanibel. 6:30p. 395-2233.

•Art Reception: Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. 6-8p.Free. 5405789.

•Celtic Women: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 4814849.

•Eric Lu: Chopin Gold Medalist pianist. Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational

Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 3447025.

•Fielding West: Comedic magician. Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble: Sypert Salon Series.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

•Trio on the Roof -Golden Trio: Concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7:30p. 775-2800.

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WEDNESDAY

•ArtPoems: Multimedia poetry reading and art exhibit. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 9392787.

•Concierto de Aranjuez: SWFL Symphony. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 8p. 418-1500.

•Florida Everblades vs Utah Grizzlies: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•Fort Myers Film Festival Opening Night Black Tie Red Carpet Gala: Screening, live music, cocktails. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. Cocktails 5p, film 7p. 810-6323.

•John Carfi: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 8p. 389-6901.

•Minnesota Twins vs Team USA (WBC): Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra: w Benjamin Schmid.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 5971900.

•Nick Finzer CD Release Party: Jazz. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 7:30-11p. 333-2225.

•Sierra Club Calusa Group Meeting: Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers. 6-8p. 275-3435.

•Stayin Alive: Bee Gees tribute band dinner show.

SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•SWFL Symphony: Concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

•World Series of Comedy:

Contest. Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

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THURSDAY

•Art Reception: ACSWF Coop Gallery, Coconut Mall, 8074 Mediterranean Dr, FtMyers, 4-6p. Free. 9493073.

•Art Reception: Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. 5p. Free. 941-6398810.

•Art Reception: Wine & cheese. Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral.5-7p. Free. 772-5657.

•Boston Red Sox vs Team USA (WBC): JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Brandon T Jackson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 3896901.

•Concierto de Aranjuez: SWFL Symphony concert. Shell Point, Village Church, 15101 Shell Pt Blvd, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 4542067.

•David Merry, Brian Corrion: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Evening on Fifth: Live music, dancing, art demos &exhibits, dining, shopping along 5th Ave S, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free.692-8436.

•Fort Myers Film Festival: Screenings & panel discussions at Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Bvd, Ft Myers11a-5p; screenings at Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers11a11p; downtown Library, 2450 1st St. Ft Myers, Regal Cinema, Bell Tower Shops, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers 5-11p.8106323.

•Josh Garrett Band: Jazz. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 7:30-11p. 3332225.

•Minnesota Twins vs Team Colombia: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Screaming Orphans: Benefit concert. Heights Foundation, 15570 Hagie Dr, Ft Myers. Meet & greet w band 6:30p, concert 7:30p. Reserve. 240-9393.

•Solid Gold Doo Wop & Rock n Roll: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 4814849.

FRIDAY

•A Family Affair in Sweet Deams: Concert. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 8p. 772-5862.

•An Evening with John Sebastian: Concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

•Art Reception & Open House: Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs.68p. Free. 495-8989.

•Bonita Blues Festival: Brian James & The Revival, Vanessa Collier, Idlewild South, Dennis Jones band, Studebaker John & The Hawks. After party with Tommy Z band. Riverside Park, Old US 41, Bonita Springs. 1-9p.8982939.

•Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-7337696.

•Brandon T Jackson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7 & 9p. 389-6901.

•Creative Coast Weekend: Galleries & shops inMatlacha open late. Exhibits, demos, classes, live music. Pine Island Rd NW,Matlacha. 5-10p. Free. 2830888.

•David Merry, Brian Corrion: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Fort Myers Film Festival: Screenings & panel discussions at Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Bvd, Ft Myers.Davis ArtCenter, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6p. Rsvp. 810-6323.

•Fort Myers Film Festival: Screenings & panel discussions at Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Bvd, Ft Myers11a-5p; screenings at Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers11a11p; downtown Library, 2450 1st St. Ft Myers, Regal Cinema, Bell Tower Shops, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers 5-11p.8106323.

•Frank Bang & The Cook County Kings: Blues band. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-12a. 3332225.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Lecture: Dr. Jennifer McCabe & Dr. Brian Olsen.

‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 6-11p. 369-1168.

•m-pact –Music of Stevie Wonder: Concert.

Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.

•Naples Philharmonic: Boreyko Conducts Mahler’s Symphony #4. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Prelude 7p, concert 8p. 597-1900.

•Rapaccini’s Daughter by D Catan: Opera Naples concert. Artis–Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 963-9050.

•Rhythm on the River Big Band Dance Party: Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 5:30p. 334-7419.

•South Pacific: Gulf Coast Symphony concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p.2771700.

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SATURDAY

•A Family Affair in Sweet Dreams: Concert. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 8p. 772-5862.

•Art After Dark: Receptions, exhibits, demos,music at several galleries & studios. Crayton Cove, Naples City Dock,8th St S & 12th Ave S, Naples. 6-9p. Free. 8211061.

•Art Reception: DAAS Coop Gallery, Royal Palm Square, 1400 Colonial Blvd, # 84, Ft Myers. 610p. Free. 590-8645.

•Bonita Blues Festival: Hector Anchondo Band, Zora Young with Little Mike & The Tornadoes, Cedric Burnside Project, Samantha Fish band with Albert Castiglia, Phantom Blues Band. After party with Albert Castiglia. Riverside Park, Old US 41, Bonita Springs. 11a-8p.898-2939.

•Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Brandon T Jackson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7 & 9p. 389-6901.

•Creative Coast Weekend: Galleries & shops inMatlacha open late. Exhibits, demos, classes, live music. Pine Island Rd NW,Matlacha. 5-10p. Free. 2830888.

•Daedalus String Quartet: Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 344-7025.

•David Merry, Brian Corrion: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Fort Myers Film Festival: Screenings & panel discussions at Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Bvd, Ft Myers11a-5p; screenings at Davis Art Center, 2301

Austin Hanks opens for Edgar Winter and ZZ Top, March 16 at the Germain Arena in Estero. For information, call 948-7825.

what Goes on

1st St, Ft Myers11a-11p; downtown Library, 2450 1st St. Ft Myers, Regal Cinema, Bell Tower Shops, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers 511p.810-6323.

•Gallery Walk & Talk: w artists. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10a. Free. 939-2787.

•Improv Café - Youth Improv: Comedy. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 3p. 4958989.

•Improv Tonight: Comedy. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 11a-11p. 369-1168.

•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Naples Philharmonic: Boreyko Conducts Mahler’s Symphony #4.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Prelude 7p, concert 8p. 597-1900.

•Second Saturday: SoCo

Cultural District galleries, theaters, shops along Colonial Blvd, McGregor Blvd, Royal Palm Sq Blvd, Summerlin Rd. Ft Myers. 5-10p. Free. 877-9878.

•Sergio Mendes & Brasil

2017: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•South Pacific: Gulf Coast Symphony concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p.2771700.

SUNDAY

•A Family Affair in Sweet Dreams: Concert. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 8p. 772-5862.

•Creative Coast Weekend: Galleries & shops inMatlacha open late. Exhibits, demos, classes, live music. Pine Island Rd NW,Matlacha. 5-10p. Free. 2830888.

•Dwight Icenhower’s Tribute to The King: Elvis Presley tribute. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.

•Earth, Wind & Fire: Concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.

•Fort Myers Film Festival Awards Dinner Gala: Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 810-6323.

•Fort Myers Film Festival: Screenings & panel discussions at Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Bvd, Ft Myers11a-5p; screenings at Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers11a11p; downtown Library, 2450 1st St. Ft Myers, Regal Cinema, Bell Tower Shops, 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers 5-11p.8106323.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•Jazz in the Garden: Dan Miller – Lew Del Gatto Quintet.Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 2-4p.643-7275.

•Left Bank ArtFest: Outdoor art fair. The Esplanade, 740 N Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 10a-4p. Free. 3890280.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 11a-11p. 369-1168.

•Let’s Hang On - Frankie Valli Tribute: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 8p. 941-488-1115.

•Michael Feinstein Sings: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.

•Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. 1p. Free. 263-1113.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble: Wang Chamber Music. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

•Rapaccini’s Daughter by D Catan: Opera Naples concert. Wang Opera Center,2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 8p. 963-9050.

MONDAY

•Dwight Icenhower’s Tribute to The King: Elvis Presley tribute. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.

•George Casey: Irish comic. Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•John Sebastian: Concert. G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 8p. 888-966-3352.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 6-11p. 369-1168.

•Let’s Hang On - Frankie Valli Tribute: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 3 & 8p. 941-4881115.

•Minnesota Twins vs Tampa Bay Rays: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Ensembles Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 745-4268. 14

TUESDAY

•Art Reception: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd, Englewood. 2-4p. Free. 941-474-5548.

•Boston Chamber Music Society with Ann Hobson Pilot: Harpist. Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 344-7025.

•Boston Red Sox vs Toronto Blue Jays: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 6p. 888-733-7696.

•Chamber Fun -Apollo Trio: Concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7:30p. 775-2800.

•John Sebastian: Concert. G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 8p. 888-966-3352.

•Lecture: The Spanish American War in Cuba by Robert Macomber. Shell Pt, Grand Cypress rm, The Woodlands, 14441 Woodsong Ln, Ft Myers 10am. 489-8472.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kid activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 6-11p. 369-1168.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Satisfaction: Rolling Stones tribute band. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515

Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

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WEDNESDAY

•Gallery Row Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits at galleries. Broad Ave S, downtown Naples. 5:30-7:30p. Free. 417-3450.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 6-11p. 369-1168.

•Minnesota Twins vs St Louis Cardinals: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Pat Dailey: Singer. Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Patchouli & Terra Guitearra: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

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THURSDAY

•Alex Elkin, Luke Trotta: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Audubon of SWFL Meeting: 10868 Metro Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 410-6971.

•Boston Red Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-7337696.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds,

751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Dan Miller & Lew Del Gatto Quartet: Jazz. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Darren Carter: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7:30p. 3896901.

•French Music for Piano Duo: Faculty & Guest Artist concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7p. 745-4268.

•From Page to Stage: Readings from To Kill a Mockingbird. Florida Rep presentation. S County Library, 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. 2p. Free. 533-4400.

•Lecture: The Spanish American War in Cuba by Robert Macomber. Shell Pt, Grand Cypress rm, The Woodlands, 14441 Woodsong Ln, Ft Myers 10am. 489-8472.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 6-11p. 369-1168.

•Meet the Author: Cassandra King. Congregational United Church of Christ, 8210 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. Free. Rsvp. 5498283.

•Music at the Moe -Classical Jazz Quartet: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.

•The Drifters: Concert. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

•ZZ Top, Edgar Winter,

Austin Hanks: Concert. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.

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FRIDAY

•Alex Elkin, Luke Trotter: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•An Evening with the Authors: SWFL Reading Festival reception and dinner, meet authors. The Marina at Edison Ford, 2360 West 1st St, Ft Myers. 6-9p. Rsvp. 533-4826.

•Boston Red Sox vs Houston Astros: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Darren Carter: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7:30p. 3896901.

•Deltaphonic: Blues band. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-12a. 3332225.

•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•Frankly Funny FridaysFrank Blocker Moe: Comedy. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Heart of Storytelling Conference Meet & Greet:

Wycliffe Gordon performs at the Sidney &Berne Davis Art Center’s Jazzy Night, March 24. Call 333-1933 for information.

Covenant Church of Naples, 6926 Trail Blvd, Naples. 6:30p. Register. 481-4849.

•Lecture & Book Signing: Julie Zickefoose. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Music Walk: Live music & dancing at several cafes, clubs &galleries. Downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 855-732-3836.

•Neal McCoy, Ben Allen Band: Concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.

•Nice Tits: Amy Marcs onewoman show. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 939-2787.

•St Paddy’s Dinner Festival: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6p. 389-6901.

•St Patrick’s Day Bash: Irish music, Irish dancing, Irish food. Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N Tamiami Tr, N Ft Myers. 12-7p. 995-2141.

•St Patrick’s Day Block Party: Beer sampling, Irish music, live music. Downtown Ft Myers historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 849-1380.

•St Patrick’s Day Celebration: Three Strikes & You’re Dead. Dinner & show. Murder Mystery Dinner Train Theater, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 6:30p. 275-8487.

•Tributes in the Garden: Chicago tribute band. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 6:30-9p.643-7275.

SATURDAY

•Alex Elkin, Luke Trotter: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Art Reception: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd, Englewood. 2-4p. Free. 941-474-5548.

•Backyard Bluesfest: Jeff Jenson Band, Tommy Lee Cook & The Heathens w Panache. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-11p. 693-7111.

•Batfish Bash: Cocktails, auctions, buffet, dancing, fundraiser. Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Rd, Naples. 6p. Rsvp. 530-5977.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Darren Carter: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6, 8, 10p. 389-6901.

•Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts: 5th Ave S, Naples. 10a-5p. Free. 2626517.

•Emerson String Quartet: Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 344-7025.

•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.

•Gulf Coast Writers Association Meeting: Guest speaker. Zion LutheranChurch, 7401 Winkler Rd, Ft Myers. 10a12p. Free. 247-4515.

•Heart of Storytelling Conference: Presentations by Jim Krueger, Bob Petterson, Sonya McNair, Jerry Root. Covenant Church of Naples, 6926 Trail Blvd, Naples. 9a-4p. Register. 481-4849.

•Hector Anchondo: Blues band. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Lehigh Spring Festival: Live music & entertainment, rides, kids activities, competitions, tournaments, food, pageants, car show. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, N Ft Myers, 11a-11p. 369-1168.

•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free concert. River Park Community Center, 301 11th St N, Naples. 2-4p. 1p. Free. 263-1113.

•Nice Tits: Amy Marcs onewoman show. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 939-2787.

•Peace River National Art Festival: Outdoor art show. Laishley Park, Nesbit St & E Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. 10a-5p. 941-6398810.

•Spring’s New Beginnings: Naples Orchestra & Chorus concert. Golden Gate High School, 2925 Titan Way, Naples. 7p. 348-0938.

•SWFL Reading Festival: Dozens of authors, readings, book signings, exhibits, activities, entertainment. Harborside Event Center,1375 Monroe St & Centennial Park, 2000 West 1st St, Ft Myers. 10a4p. Free. 479-4636,

•The McCartney Years: Concert. Center for the Arts

Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•Who’s Bad: Michael Jackson tribute. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

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•Art Alive: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at dozens of galleries & studios. Naples ArtDistrict, Pine Ridge Industrial Park, Pine Ridge Rd, west of Airport Rd,Naples. 11a4p. Free. 580-7999.

•Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•Labyrinth Walk: Happahatchee Center, 8791 Corkscrew Rd, Estero.6p. 992-5455.

•Peace River National Art Festival: Outdoor art show. Laishley Park, Nesbit St & E RettaEsplanade, Punta Gorda. 10a-5p. 941-6398810.

•Spring’s New Beginnings: Naples Orchestra & Chorus concert. Golden Gate High School, 2925 Titan Way, Naples. 2p. 348-0938.

•The Kingston Trio: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 8p. 941-4881115.

Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Lecture: The Spanish American War in Cuba by Robert Macomber. Shell Pt, Grand Cypress rm, The Woodlands, 14441 Woodsong Ln, Ft Myers 10am. 489-8472.

•Minnesota Twins vs Philadelphia Phillies: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Who’s Bad: Michael Jackson tribute. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901. 20

MONDAY

•Author Lecture & Lunch: Hallie Ephron.Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 12p. 333-1933.

•Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•December ‘63: Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Lunch 11:30a, show 1p; Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.

•Fifth Avenue Chamber Orchestra with Daniela Navarro: Concert. Sugden Community Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples.8p. 4348505.

•Jive Aces: Concert. Shell Point, Village Church, 15101 Shell Pt Blvd, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 454-2067.

•Royal Scottish National Orchestra: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 693-4849.

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TUESDAY

•A Celebration of Poetry: Readings. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6:308:30p. Free. 495-8989.

•Carol Burnett: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 4814849.

•Chubby Checker: SWFL

Bass Rd, Ft Myers.2p. Register. 479-4636.

•An Evening with Jonathan Edwards: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•Art Reception & Awards Presentations: FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 590-7199.

•Boston Red Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-7337696.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Music by George & Ira Gershwin: Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 344-7025.

•Naples Philharmonic: The Music of John Williams. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•The Kingston Trio: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 8p. 941-4881115.

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•Art Reception: BIG ARTS Center, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 5:30-7p. Free. 395-0900.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Janoska Ensemble: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 5971900.

•Naples Philharmonic: The Music of John Williams. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•Open Mic: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30-10p. 479-5233.

•Open Mic: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 8:30-11p. 3896901.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

23 THURSDAY

•Amelia Earhart: Onewoman performance by Janina Birtolo. Lakes Regional Library. 15290

•Dan Miller & Lew Del Gatto Quartet: Jazz. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Diamond Anniversary Celebration: Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. 6-8p.Free. 540-5789.

•Get the Led Out: Led Zeppelin tribute band. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 4814849.

•Henschel String Quartet: Concert. Wang Opera Center,2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 8p. 963-9050.

•Jon Reep: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Lecture: The Spanish American War in Cuba by Robert Macomber. Shell Pt, Grand Cypress rm, The Woodlands, 14441 Woodsong Ln, Ft Myers 10am. 489-8472.

•Naples Philharmonic: The Music of John Williams. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•Rocket Man: Elton John tribute band. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•Upchurch: Concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.

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•Celebrate Immokalee: Fair, car show, petting zoo, family games, entertainment. Immokalee Pioneer Museum,1215 Roberts Ave, Immokalee. 6-7p. Free. 658-2466.

•Circus Sarasota: Cirque Des Voix - Circus of the Voices. w Key Chorale & Cirque Orchestra. Big Top, Nathan Henderson Park, 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota. 7p. 941-355-9335.

Dat Phan will be appearing March 30-April 2 at the Laugh In Comedy Cafe in Fort Myers. For information, call 479-5233.

what Goes on

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Ghost Town Blues Band: The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9-12a. 333-2225.

•Jazzy Nights - Wycliffe Gordon: Concert. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 7p, concert 8p. 333-1933.

•Jefferson Starship: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 3896901.

•Jon Reep: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7 & 9. 389-6901.

•Late Nite Catachism: Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.

•Lauren Mitchell Band: The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9-12a. 333-2225.

•Lecture & Book

Signing: Denege Patterson. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Miracles in Action: Island Visions, 4643 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. Daily 11a-4p. Free. 282-0452.

•Naples Flower Show & Garden Market: Educational demos, horticultural exhibits, etc.Naples Botanical Garden,4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a-5p. 643-7275.

•Naples Philharmonic: The Music of John Williams. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900. 25

SATURDAY

•A Night at the Opera: SWFL Symphony w Anna Skibinski & Harold Meers. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 418-1500.

•Book Signing: 20 local authors. Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N Tamiami Tr, N Ft Myers. 11a-3p. 995-2141.

•Boston Red Sox vs Philadelphia Phillies: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-733-7696.

•Celebrate Immokalee: Cattle drive, Fair, car show, petting zoo, family games, entertainment.Immokalee

Pioneer Museum,1215 Roberts Ave, Immokalee. 6-7p. Free. 658-2466.

•Circus Sarasota: Cirque Des Voix - Circus of the Voices. w Key Chorale & Cirque Orchestra. Big Top, Nathan Henderson Park, 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota. 2p. 941-355-9335.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Deb & The Dynamics: Blues. Rhythm House, 16440 S Tamiami Tr, Ft Myers. 7p. 466-8326.

•I Love The 90s Tour: Concert. Vanilla Ice, Naughty by Nature, Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath, Rob Base, All-4-One, Young MC. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 8p. 948-7825.

•Jason Mizelle, John Pardi: Concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 985-9839.

•Jon Reep: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7 & 9. 389-6901.

•Late Nite Catachism: Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.

•Naples Flower Show & Garden Market: Educational demos, horticultural exhibits, etc.Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9a5p. 643-7275.

•Naples Philharmonic: The Music of John Williams. Artis–Naples, 5833Peli-

can Bay Blvd, Naples. 2 & 8p. 597-1900.

•Night at the Opera: SWFL Symphony & Symphonic Chorale of SWFL concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 560-5695.

•Opera Theater of Connecticut -French Composers: Sanibel Music Festival concert. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 8p. 344-7025.

•Robin Spielberg: Piano concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•Social Media for Authors: Presented by SWFL Romance Writers. Bonita Springs Fire station, 27701 Bonita Grande Dr, Bonita Springs. Rsvp. 731-0305.

•Thunderbird Car Show: Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 334-7419.

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SUNDAY

•AbbaFab: Tribute to Abba. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.

•Art Reception: Ft Myers Beach Art Assoc, 3030 Shell Mound, Ft Myers Beach. 3-5p. Free. 4633909.

•Bach Ensemble: All Handel. Bower Chapel at Moorings Park, 120 Moorings Park Dr, Naples. 3:30p. 732-1055.

•Bonita Springs Concert Band: Rhapsody in Blue.

Estero High School, 21900 River Ranch Rd, Estero. 2p. 405-3320.

•Chamber Music Concert: Chamber music concert. Art Hall, Koreshan State Park, 3800 CorkscrewRd, Estero. 4p. 596-8404.

•Circus Sarasota: Cirque Des Voix - Circus of the Voices. w Key Chorale & Cirque Orchestra. Big Top, Nathan Henderson Park, 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota. 5p. 941-355-9335.

•Collier County Agricultural Fair & Expo: Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave NE, Naples. 455-1444.

•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers. Mahler’s Symphony #2. w Gulf Coast Symphony. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 288-2535.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Opera Workshop Performance: Faculty & Guest Artist concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 3p. 745-4268.

•Orchestra Explorer SeriesWoodwinds: Concert & musician Q&A. Gulf Coast Symphony. Grades K-6. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10:30a. Free. 9392787.

•Phil Dirt & The Dozers: Beach Boys tribute band. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

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Reception 5:30, concert 6:30p. 643-7275.

•Minnesota Twins vs Tampa Bay Rays: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 1p. 800-338-9467.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Rick Thomas: Illusionist. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•Stage II Improv: Comedy. Tobye Studio,Sugden Community Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 7 & 9p. 263-7990.

•Yachts That Went to War: Robert Macomber presentation. Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. 7p. Free. 389-6447.

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WEDNESDAY

•Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-7337696.

•Florida Everblades vs Kalamazoo Wings: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•German Lopez -Guitarist Duo: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

•Los Lonely Boys: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 3896901.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

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MONDAY

•AbbaFab: Tribute to Abba. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Dinner 5:30p, show 7p. 278-4422.

•Jodie DeSalvo’s Piano Talks: Impressionism. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.

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TUESDAY

•BIG ARTS Community Chorus Spring Concert: BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

•Classical Pianists in the Garden: Josh Wright. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples.

Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Loni Love: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Naples Philharmonic: Scale -A Tribute to Olga Hirshhorn.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Prelude 7p, concert 8p. 597-1900.

•Paul Todd & Paul Todd Jr: Concert. Santini Marina Plaza, 7205 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 4-6p. Free. 463-3600.

•The Silver Foxes: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 7p. 941-4881115.

•Yakov Smirnoff: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

31 FRIDAY

•Beautiful Bobby Blackmon & B3 Band: Blues band. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9-12a. 333-2225.

•Classical Piano & Twin Cellos: Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7:30p. 775-2800.

•Dat Phan, Larry Venturino: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Dream Within a DreamThe Spirit of Poe: Florida Rep Lunchbox Series. Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a. Bring or buy lunch. 332-4665.

•Florida Everblades vs Kalamazoo Wings: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

THURSDAY

• BIG ARTS Community Chorus Spring Concert: BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 7p. 395-0900.

•Art Walks the Runway: Fashion show. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 7p, show 8p. 333-1933.

•Boston Red Sox vs Washington Nationals: JetBlue Park, 11500 Fenway South Dr, Ft Myers. 1p. 888-7337696.

•Dan Miller & Lew Del Gatto Quartet: Jazz. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 9p-1a. 333-2225.

•Dat Phan, Larry Venturino: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft

•Lecture & Book Signing: Will Stolzenburg. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Loni Love: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Minnesota Twins vs Rochester Red Wings: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 12p. 800-338-9467.

•The Rat Pack Remembered: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.

•Yakov Smirnoff: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

A discussion will follow artist-in-residence, Tim Miller’s solo performance, April 4 in FGCU’s TheatreLab. For information, call 590-7268.

April 1

SATURDAY

•Art in the Park: Outdoor art & craft fair. ParkSt, downtown Naples. 10a-4p. Free.262-6517.

•Art Walks the Runway: Fashion show. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. Cocktails 7p, show 8p. 333-1933.

•Dat Phan, Larry Venturino: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•ETC Readers Theater: It’s Just Bizarre. Naples Players. Tobye Studio,Sugden Community Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 2p. 2637990.

•Florida Everblades vs Kalamazoo Wings: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7p. 948-7825.

•Improv Café - Youth

Improv: Comedy. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 3p. 4958989.

•Improv Tonight: Comedy. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•Loni Love: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6, 8, 10p. 389-6901.

•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free concert. River Park Community Center, 301 11th St N, Naples. 2-4p. Free. 263-1113.

•Naples Philharmonic: A Tribute to Olga Hirshhorn. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Prelude 7p, concert 8p. 597-1900.

•Pine Island Reader Rendevous: Woody’s, 3051 Stringfellow Rd, St James City. 12-5p. Free. 283-5555.

•Sean Chambers Band: Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.

•String Chamber Ensembles Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free.7454268.

•The Silver Foxes: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 2 & 7p. 941488-1115. 2

SUNDAY

•Angel Salazaar: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7:30p. 3896901.

•Dat Phan,Larry Venturino:

Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers. New Dawn. w Mastersingers Festival Orchestra & City of Palms Youth Choir. First Presbyterian Church, 2438 2nd St, Ft Myers. 7p. 288-2535.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•Lee County Community Band: Cape Coral High School, 2300 Santa Barbara Blvd, CapeCoral. 3p. Free. 995-2097.

•Madame Butterfly: Gulfshore Opera. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 7p. 5293925.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Enemble: Sypert Salon Series.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

MONDAY

•Danut Muresan: Violin concert. Shell Point, Grand Cypress Room, TheWoodlands, 15101 Shell Pt Blvd, Ft Myers.7p. 489-8472.

•FSW Concert Band: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. Free. 481-4849.

•Holocuast Remembrance: Speaker. Laboratory Theater of Florida,1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 7p. 218-0481.

munity Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 7 & 9p. 263-7990.

•Tim Miller: Solo performance & discoussion. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 590-7268.

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WEDNESDAY

•Arts Alive: Receptions, exhibits, demos, livemusic at dozens of Art Alliance Naples galleries & studios. Naples ArtDistrict, Pine Ridge Industrial Park, north of Pine Ridge Rd, west of Airport Rd,Naples.

5-8p. Free. 580-7999.

•FGCU Nest Fest: Concert. Rae Sremmurd, Waka Flocka Flame. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 8p. 948-7825.

•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•Ikebana Meeting & Workshop: Naples Botanical Garden, FGCU Research Center, Bueller Aud, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 9:30a. Free. 254-9999.

•Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra: w Eric Alexander.Artis–Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples.

6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.

•Poetry Open Mic: Alliance for the Arts lawn, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7-9p. Free. 939-2787.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

Brownstone: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Mitch Fatel: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•Mixed Media and Flora & Fauna: Art show. Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral.57p. Free. 772-5657.

Ft Myers. 6-10p. Free. 3375050.

•Art Reception: Cape Coral Arts Studio, Rubicond Park, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral. 10a-4p. Free.574-0802.

•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at severalgalleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 610p.Free. 337-5050.

Brownstone: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Mitch Fatel: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Opera Naples Youth: Concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7:30p. 775-2800.

•Sinbad: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 389-6901.

•The Hillbenders -Tommy, a Bluegrass Opera: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.

•Tim Miller: Group performance. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 590-7268.

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SATURDAY

•Art After Dark: Receptions, exhibits, demos,music at several galleries & studios. Crayton Cove, Naples City Dock,8th St S & 12th Ave S, Naples. 6-9p. Free. 8211061.

•Art Reception: DAAS Coop Gallery, Royal Palm Square, 1400 Colonial Blvd, # 84, Ft Myers. 610p. Free. 590-8645.

•Art Walk: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at severalgalleries & studios in downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 11a-4p.Free. 3375050.

•The Price is Right: Jerry Springer hosts. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 481-4849.

•World Series of Comedy: Contest. Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

TUESDAY

•Madame Butterfly: Gulfshore Opera. SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 7p. 5293925. 4

• Miami City Ballet 3: w Naples Philharmonic. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•Art Reception: Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. 6-8p.Free. 540-5789.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Enemble: Sypert Salon Series.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

•Stage II Improv: Comedy. Tobye Studio,Sugden Com-

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THURSDAY

•Anne-Sophie Mutter: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•Art Reception: ACSWF Coop Gallery, Coconut Mall, 8074 Mediterranean Dr, FtMyers, 4-6p. Free. 9493073.

•Art Reception: Wine & cheese. Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Blvd, Cape Coral.5-7p. Free. 772-5657.

•Disney’s Beauty & The Beast: Evangelical Christian Scool, 8237 Beaconmanor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 936-3319.

•Marc ‘Skippy’ Price, Lorrie

•Sinbad: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7p. 389-6901.

7 FRIDAY

• Debby Boone, Swing This - Vegas, the 60s & Me: SWFL Symphony. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 4181500.

•An Evening of Overtures: Naples Philharmonic Orchestra concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•Art Reception & Open House: Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs.68p. Free. 495-8989.

•Art Reception: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 939-2787.

•Art Reception: Art League of Fort Myers, 1451 Monroe St, Ft Myers. 6-8p. Free. 275-3970.

•Art Reception: Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 1st St,

•Ben Prestage: Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.

•Creative Coast Weekend: Galleries & shops inMatlacha open late. Exhibits, demos, classes, live music. Pine Island Rd NW,Matlacha. 5-10p. Free. 283-0888.

•Debby Boone, Swing ThisVegas, the 60s & Me: SWFL Symphony. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 4181500.

•Disney’s Beauty & The Beast: Evangelical Christian Scool, 8237 Beaconmanor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7p. 936-3319.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Lecture & Book

Signing: Gerrit Vyn. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Marc ‘Skippy’ Price, Lorrie

•Creative Coast Weekend: Galleries & shops inMatlacha open late. Exhibits, demos, classes, live music. Pine Island Rd NW,Matlacha. 5-10p. Free. 2830888.

•Disney’s Beauty & The Beast: Evangelical Christian Scool, 8237 Beaconmanor Blvd, Ft Myers. 2 & 7p. 936-3319.

•Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears: Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Jupiter Hammerheads: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers. New Dawn. w Mastersingers Festival Orchestra & City of Palms Youth Choir. First Christian Church, 2061 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 2882535.

•Jay Leno: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 597-1900.

•Marc ‘Skippy’ Price, Lorrie Brownstone: Laugh In

Lee Ann Womack performs at the Southwest Florida Performing Arts Center in Bonita Springs on April 11. For information, call 389-6901.

what Goes on

Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Mitch Fatel: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6, 8, 10p. 3896901.

• S e c o n d S a t u r d a y : SoCo Cultural District galleries, theaters, shops along Colonial Blvd, McGregor Blvd, Royal Palm Sq Blvd, Summerlin Rd. Ft Myers. 5-10p. Free. 8779878.

• S i n b a d : SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6, 8, 10p. 3896901.

•Stars on Ice: Ice skating show. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 948-7825.

•The Art of the Handbag: Fundraiser. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 6p. Rsvp. 495-8989.

•Tom Cotter: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7:30p. 389-6901.

14 FRIDAY

•American Virtuosi Concert: Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 8p. 333-1933.

ation Meeting: Guest speaker. Zion LutheranChurch, 7401 Winkler Rd, Ft Myers. 10a12p. Free. 247-4515.

•Henrenecia de Timbiqui: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

•Ken Evans, Jonas Presendieu: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Sailor Circus Spring Show: Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 2 & 7p. 941-355-9335.

Ft Myers. 7:30p. 4814849.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Florida Fire Frogs: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Enemble: Sypert Salon Series.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

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WEDNESDAY

•Tim Miller: Group performance. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 590-7268. 9

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•SWFL Country Nights: Concert. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 8p. 7725862.

SUNDAY

•BBQ, Bands & Brew: Bands TBA, food, family activities. Lawn, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 11a-6:30p. Free. 939-2787.

•Big Bad Voodoo Daddy: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 389-6901.

•Bluegrass in the Garden: Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 6-9p.643-7275.

•Creative Coast Weekend: Galleries & shops inMatlacha open late. Exhibits, demos, classes, live music. Pine Island Rd NW,Matlacha. 5-10p. Free. 2830888.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Jupiter Hammerheads: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800338-9467.

•Hollywood to Broadway: Gulf Coast Symphony concert. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p.277-1700.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 3332225.

•Jazz in the Garden: The Elements of Jazz.Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 24p.643-7275.

•Left Bank ArtFest: Outdoor art fair. The Esplanade, 740 N Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 10a-4p. Free. 3890280.

•Matthew Morrison: w

Naples Philharmonic Orchestra. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble: Wang Chamber Music. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

•Tim Miller: Group performance. FGCU TheatreLab. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 2p. 590-7268.

MONDAY

•Buddy Guy: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•FSW Orchestra & Choir: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. Free. 481-4849.

•Jimmy Keys Dinner & Show: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6p. 389-6901.

•Jodie DeSalvo’s Piano Talks: Give My Regards to Braodway. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 7p. 597-1900.

•Nachito Herrera & Eglise Gutierrez: Concert. Wang Opera Center,2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 8p. 9639050.

TUESDAY

•Lee Ann Womack: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8. 3896901.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Sailor Circus Spring Show: Sailor Circus Arena, 2075

Bahia St, Sarasota. 7p. 941-355-9335. 12

WEDNESDAY

•Brass & Wind Chamber Ensembles Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free.7454268.

•Mudbone: Concert. Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 7:30p. 775-2800.

•Open Mic: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30-10p. 479-5233.

•Sailor Circus Spring Show: Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 7p. 941-355-9335.

•Sierra Club Calusa Group Meeting: Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers. 6-8p. 275-3435.

•Ken Evans, Jonas Presendieu: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Lecture & Book Signing: Charles Sobczak. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. 10a & 1p. Free. 472-1100.

•Sailor Circus Spring Show: Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 7p. 941-355-9335.

•SWFL Country Nights: Concert. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 8p. 7725862.

•The Original Wailers, Sowflo, Roots Almighty: Reggae concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 985-9839.

•Tom Cotter: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.

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SUNDAY

•Easter Celebration w Stuart Neill: Concert. Shell Point, Village Church, 15101 Shell Pt Blvd, Ft Myers. 6:15p. 454-2067.

•Easter Sunday with Whaaa Hoo Murders: Dinner & show. Murder Mystery Dinner Train Theater, 2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 5:30p. 275-8487.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 395-0900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•Art in the Gardens: Students, teachers, parents make bird-themed outdoor sculptures. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 2-4p. 334-7419.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Florida Fire Frogs: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Laugh In Line Up: Several comics. Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30-10p. 4795233.

•Percussion Ensembles

Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free.7454268.

•The Manhattan Connection

Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901. 13

•Tom Cotter: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.

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THURSDAY

•Evening on Fifth: Live music, dancing, art demos &exhibits, dining, shopping along 5th Ave S, Naples. 6:30-9:30p. Free.692-8436.

•Ken Evans, Jonas Presendieu: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Polish Baritone: Faculty & Guest Artist concert. U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 745-4268.

•Sailor Circus Spring Show: Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 7p. 941-355-9335.

SATURDAY

•American Virtuosi Gala: Concert, cocktails, gourmet food. Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 6p. 333-1933.

•Arts Alive: Receptions, exhibits, demos, live music at dozens of galleries & studios. Naples ArtDistrict, Pine Ridge Industrial Park, Pine Ridge Rd, west of Airport Rd,Naples. 11a4p. Free. 580-7999.

•Backyard Bluesfest: Terry Hanck, Bridgett Kelly Band, Tommy Lee Cook & The Heathens w Panache. Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 2-11p. 693-7111.

•Boston: Concert. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero. 7:30p. 9487825.

•Gulf Coast Writers Associ -

•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. 1p. Free. 263-1113.

•SWFL Country Nights: Concert. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 8p. 772-5862.

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•Under the Streetlamp: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 481-4849.

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MONDAY

•Author Lecture & Lunch: Katherine Neville.Davis Art Center, 2301 1st St, Ft Myers. 12p. 333-1933.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Florida Fire Frogs: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•FSW Jazz Ensemble: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. Free. 481-4849.

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TUESDAY

•Alton Brown Live -Eat Your Science: BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy,

THURSDAY

•Art Reception & Awards

Presentations: U Tobe Recital hall, Music Bldg & Main Gallery, Art Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. 5-7p. Free. 5907199.

•Atlantic City Boys: Concert. Santini Marina Plaza, 7205 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 4-6p. Free. 4633600.

•Audubon of SWFL Meeting: 10868 Metro Pkwy, Ft Myers. 6p. Free. 410-6971.

•Chris Hope, Mark Evans: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Flroida Fire Frogs: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Helen Keaney: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd,

Kevin Costner and The Modern West perform April 22 at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers. Call 985-9831 for information.

#1100, Naples. 7:30p. 3896901.

•Royal String Quartet of Poland: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

21 FRIDAY

•Betty Fox Band: Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.

•Chris Hope, Mark Evans: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Helen Keaney: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7:30p. 3896901.

•Jazz Ensemble Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free.745-4268.

•Marel Dyzewski: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 495-8989.

•Miss Nelson is Missing: Florida Rep Lunchbox Series. Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a. Bring or buy lunch. 3324665.

•Music Walk: Live music & dancing at several cafes, clubs &galleries. Downtown Ft Myers’ historic River District. 6-10p. Free. 855-732-3836.

•Naples Philharmonic: Celebrating 25 Years of the Naples Philharmonic Chorus.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Prelude 7p, concert 8p. 597-1900.

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Naples.10a-4p. 430-2466.

•Helen Keaney: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6, 8, 10p. 389-6901.

•Kevin Costner & The Modern West: Concert. The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 8p. 985-9839.

•Magnificent Mahler: SWFL Symphony. BB Mann Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 8p. 418-1500.

•Miss Nelson is Missing: Florida Rep Lunchbox Series. Arcade Theatre, 2268 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a. Bring or buy lunch. 3324665.

•Naples Philharmonic: Celebrating 25 Years of the Naples Philharmonic Chorus.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Prelude 7p, concert 8p. 597-1900.

•Selwyn Birchwood: Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.

•Spirit of the Gulf Spring Concert: First Christian Church, 2061 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 3p. 844704-7464.

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SUNDAY

•Bonita Springs Concert Band: Riverside Park, Old US 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 2p. 405-3320.

•FGCU Wind Orchestra: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

•Island Jazz: Concert in Boler Garden. BIG ARTS,900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. 3p. Free. 3950900.

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

Concert. Sugden Community Theatre, 701 5th Ave S, Naples.8p. 434-8505.

•Monday Monday - Mamas & Papas Tribute: Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 3 & 8p. 941488-1115.

25 TUESDAY

•Classical Pianists in the Garden: Timur Mustakimov. Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. Reception 5:30, concert 6:30p. 643-7275.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Bradenton Marauders: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•From Shanghai to Naples: Art Reception. Stay in May Festival. Naples Art Assoc, The von Liebig Art Center, 585 Park St, Naples. 6p. Rsvp. 390-2788.

•Music & Dance with Maurice Lo Monaco: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6:30p. 3896901.

•Paul Huang: Concert. Wang Opera Center,2408 Linwood Ave, Naples. 8p. 9639050.

•Stage II Improv: Comedy. Tobye Studio,Sugden Community Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 7 & 9p. 263-7990.

•The King -Music of Elvis: Naples Philharmonic concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

26 WEDNESDAY

•Fort Myers Beach Film Festival Opening Ceremony: Beach Theater, 6425 EsteroBlvd, Ft Myers Beach. 2p. Screenings 38p. 980-4381.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs

SATURDAY

•Beata Bilinksa Piano Concert: Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

•Chris Hope, Mark Evans: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Earth Day Festival: speakers, live music, art contest, live animal programs, interactive exhibits,environmental exhibitors,face painting, crafts, nature walks, kids activities, boat rides, kayak & canoe rentals. Conservancy of SWFL Nature Center, 1495 Smith Preserve Way,

•Monday Monday - Mamas & Papas Tribute Venice Theatre, 140 W Tampa Ave, Venice. 8p. 941-4881115.

•Naples Philharmonic Chamber Enemble: Sypert Salon Series.Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 3p. 597-1900.

Bradenton Marauders: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•More Than a Little Night Music: Pianist Gulsin Onay. Stay in May Festival. Naples Art Assoc, 585 Park St, Naples. 2p. 3902788.

•Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra: Tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim w Naples Philharmonic Youth Jazz Orchestra. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 6 & 8:30p. 5971900.

•The Depue Brothers: Bluegrass concert. Stay in May Festival. Hilton Hotel, 5111 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. 7p. 390-2788.

•The Manhattan Connection Live: Music & dance show. Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 5p. 3896901.

27 THURSDAY

•Amy Dingle, Viet Huynh: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30p. 479-5233.

•Fort Myers Beach Film Festival: Workshops 11a1:30p, screenings 2-8p. Beach Theater, 6425 EsteroBlvd, Ft Myers Beach. 980-4381.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Bradenton Marauders: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Jonny Lang: SWFL Performing Arts Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 389-6901.

•Journey Through American Song: Vocalist Steffanie Pearce. Stay in May Festival. Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church, 1225 Piper Blvd, Naples. 7p. 390-2788.

•Louis Anderson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 3896901.

•Music at the Moe -Latin Jazz: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7:30p. 495-8989.

•Piano Ensembles Concert: U Tobe Recital Hall, Music Bldg, FGCU, 1051 FGCU BlvdS, Ft Myers. 7:30p. Free.745-4268.

•PlayLab Festival: Love, The Cracksman. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 8p. 332-4488.

28 FRIDAY

•10th Anniversary; Norris Gardens, Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave S, Naples. Free 14p. Dixieland band 46p.888-613-8488.

•Amy Dingle, Viet Huynh: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Chris Hillman & Herb Pedersen: Concert. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 10150Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 4958989.

•Fort Myers Beach Film Festival: Workshops 11a1:30p, screenings 2-8p. Beach Theater, 6425 EsteroBlvd, Ft Myers Beach. 980-4381.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Dunedin Blue Jays: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Friday Night Concert: Miromar Outets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd / Miromar Outlets Blvd, Estero. 7-9p. Free. 948-3766.

•Hit Tunes from the 30s: Pianist Dick Hyman. Stay in May Festival. Naples Art

Assoc, 585 Park St, Naples. 2p. 390-2788.

•Louis Anderson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 3896901.

•Packrat’s Smokehouse Blues Band: Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.

•PlayLab Festival: Smoke. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 8p. 332-4488.

•PlayLab Festival: The Flower Room. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 2p. 332-4488.

•Smoke on the Water BBQ Competition & Music Festival: Ft Myers River Basin, 1320 Hendry St, Ft Myers. 8p. Free. 333-1933.

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SATURDAY

•10th Anniversary Dixieland Celebration for Norris Gardens: Naples Dixieland Jazz Band. Stay in May Festival. Norris Gardens at Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave S, Naples. 4pm. 390-2788.

•Amy Dingle, Viet Huynh: Laugh In Comedy Cafe, 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7:30 & 9:30p. 4795233.

•Art Reception: Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd, Englewood. 1-3p. Free. 941-474-5548.

•Broadway in Naples: Naples Orchestra & Chorus concert. Golden Gate High School, 2925 Titan Way, Naples. 7p. 348-0938.

•Fort Myers Beach Film Festival: Screenings. Beach Theater, 6425 Estero Blvd.3-11p. 980-4381.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Dunedin Blue Jays: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Fort Rock: Daylong outdoor hardcore rock festival. Def Leppard, Chevelle, Papa Roach, 8 more bands. Jetblue Park, 11581 Daniels Pkwy, Ft Myers. 12p-12a.

•Free Outdoor Film: Fort Myers Beach Film Festival. Poolside at sunset. PinkShell Beach Resort, 275 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 7p. 980-4381.

•Louis Anderson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 6 & 8p. 389-6901.

MONDAY

•Orchestra Explorer SeriesStrings: Concert & musician Q&A. Gulf Coast Symphony. Grades K-6. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 10:30a. Free. 9392787. 24

•Lea Salonga: Concert. Artis–Naples, 5833Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 8p. 597-1900.

•Manhattan Piano Trio:

•PlayLab Festival: Damascus. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 1p. 332-4488.

•PlayLab Festival: Keynote address & playwrights panel. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 8p. 3324488.

•Smoke on the Water BBQ

Chris Hillman & Herb Pedersen perform at the Center for the Performing Arts in Bonita Springs on April 28. For information, call 495-8989.

what Goes on

Competition & Music Festival: Ft Myers River Basin, 1320 Hendry St, Ft Myers. 8p. Free. 333-1933. 30

ongoing theater

SUNDAY

•Broadway in Naples: Naples Orchestra & Chorus concert. Golden Gate High School, 2925 Titan Way, Naples. 2p. 348-0938.

•Chamber Music Concert: Chamber music concert. Art Hall, Koreshan State Park, 3800 CorkscrewRd, Estero. 4p. 596-8404.

•ETC Readers Theater: Full Length Classic. Naples Players. Tobye Studio,Sugden Community Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 2p. 263-7990.

•Fort Myers Beach Film Festival Closing Awards Ceremony: Fish Tale Marina,7225 Estero Blvd. 2p. 980-4381.

•Fort Myers Miracle vs Dunedin Blue Jays: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six MileCypress Pkwy, Ft Myers. 7p. 800-338-9467.

•Fort Rock: Daylong outdoor hardcore rock festival. Soundgarden, The Offspring, Mastadon, 10 more bands. Jetblue Park, 11581 Daniels Pkwy, Ft Myers. 12p-12a.

•Jason Ricci: Buckingham Blues Bar, 5641 Buckingham Rd, Ft Myers. 8-11p. 693-7111.

•Louis Anderson: Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. 7p. 389-6901.

•Naples Dixieland Jazz Band: Free concert. Cambier Park, 6th Ave S & 8th St S, Naples. 2-4p. 1p. Free. 263-1113.

•PlayLab Festival: A Dream Within a Dream. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 11a. 332-4488.

•PlayLab Festival: George Washington's Teeth. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 5p. 332-4488.

•PlayLab Festival: We Will Not Be Silent. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 2p. 332-4488.

•Short Film Fest: Film screenings. Stay in May Festival. Sheffield Theatre, Moorings Park, 120 Morrings Park Dr, Naples. 7p. 390-2788.

•Your Spirit Soars!: Symphonic Chorale of SWFL concert. New Hope Presbyterian,10051 Plantation Rd, Ft. Myers. 3p. 560-5695.

31 MONDAY

•Jazz Brunch: Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. The Barrel Room, Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. 11a-2p. 333-2225.

•25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: Mar

24-Apr 12, previews Mar

21-23. Florida Repertory Theatre, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. Arcade Theatre. 332-4488.

•A Year of Frog & Toad: Apr 20-May 12. Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•Anything Goes: thru Apr 1.

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•Artist Residency with Tim Miller: Apr 4-9. FGCU TheatreLab.FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 590-7268.

•Assisted Living - The Musical: thru Mar 19. Venice Theatre, 140 W. Tampa Ave, Venice. 941488-1115.

•Blood Brothers: Mar 30Apr 23. Venice Theatre, 140 W. Tampa Ave, Venice. 941-488-1115.

•Cabaret: Apr 12-16.ArtisNaples,5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.

•Circus Sarasota - Synergy thru Mar 5. Featuring Nik Wallenda. Nathan Henderson Park, behind University Town Center Mall, 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota. 941-355-9335.

•Cirque Des Voix - Circus of the Voices. Mar 24-26. Circus Sarasota w Key Chorale & Cirque Orchestra. Nathan Henderson Park, behind University Town Center Mall, 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota. 941-355-9335.

•Clever Little Lies: Apr 21May 7. The Studio Players, Joan Jenks Auditorium, Golden Gate Community Center, 5701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. 389-9192.

•Crazy For You: thru Mar 19. Venice Theatre, 140 W. Tampa Ave, Venice. 941488-1115.

•Disney’s The Little Mermaid: Mar 14-19.BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.

•Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 - the Musical: Mar 9-19. TheatreZone, G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888-966-3352.

•Doublewide: Apr 11-May 14, previews Apr 11-13. World Premiere. Florida. Repertory Theatre,2267 1st St, Ft Myers. ArtStage Studio Theatre. 332-4488.

•Driving Miss Daisy: Mar 15-Apr 2. Marco Players. Marco Players Theater, Marco Town Center Mall, 1089 N. Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 642-7270.

•ETC Readers Theater: Apr 30. Full-length classic tba. The Naples Players’ ETC…Readers Theater. Tobye Studio, Sugden Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.

•ETC Readers Theater: Mar 1: It’s Just Bizarre. The Naples Players’ ETC…Readers Theater. Tobye Studio, Sugden Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.

•Hairspray: Mar 24-Apr 2. Cultural Park Theater 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 772-5862.

•Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird: thru Mar 8. Florida Repertory

Theatre,2267 1st St, Ft Myers. Arcade Theatre. 332-4488.

•Heaven Help Me: Apr 19May 7 Marco Players. Marco Players Theater, Marco Town Center Mall, 1089 N. Collier Blvd, Marco Island. 642-7270.

•Hello Dolly: Mar 9-13. Royal Palm Players,131 1st St W, Boca Grande. 8p. 941-2694.

•I Hate Hamlet: Apr 19-May

14. The Naples Players. Blackburn Hall, Sugden Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.

•Inherit the Wind: Apr 1130. Venice Theatre, 140 W. Tampa Ave, Venice. 941488-1115.

•It’s My Funeral: Sun, Wed & Thu Apr 12-Nov

23.Murder Mystery Dinner Train,2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.

•Jersey Boys: Mar 29-Apr

2.BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.

•Jesus Christ Superstar: Apr 6-May 14. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•Legs Diamond: Apr 27-May

7. TheatreZone, G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888-966-3352.

•Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom: thru Mar 11. Theatre Conspiracy. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 936-3239.

•My Fair Lady: Mar 1-Apr 2. The Naples Players. Blackburn Hall, Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.

•Nice T!ts: Mar 17-19. Theatre Conspiracy. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the

Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 936-3239.

•No. 27: Apr 27-29 & May

4-6. Ghostbird Theatre. Shangri La Springs, 27750 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 8p. 691-4128.

•Nunsense: Mar 16-Apr

15. BIG ARTS Strauss Theater,2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.472-6862.

•Play On: Mar 10-Apr 1. Laboratory Theater of Florida,1634Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.

•Playlab Festival: Apr 2730. Apr 27: Love, The Cracksman; Apr 28: The Flower Room, Smoke; Apr 29: Damascus, Keynote address & playwrights panel; Apr 30: A Dream Within a Dream, We Will Not Be Silent, George Washington’s Teeth. Florida Rep, 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 5p. 332-4488.

•Sailor Circus Spring Show Apr 11-15. 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 7p. 941-3559335.

•Shear Madness: thru Mar 12. Florida Repertory Theatre,2267 1st St, Ft Myers. ArtStage Studio Theatre. 332-4488.

•Something Rotten!: Mar 1419. Artis-Naples,5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. 597-1900.

•Stomp: Apr 20-22.BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 481-4849.

•The Cave: Mar 24-Apr 2. Theatre Conspiracy. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 936-3239.

•The Christians: Apr 27May 21. Gulfshore Playhouse, Norris Center, 755 5th Ave S, Naples. 866811-4111.

•The Glass Menagerie: Apr 21-30. Cultural Park Theater 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. 7725862.

•The Hound of the Baskervilles: thru Mar 12. Gulfshore Playhouse, Norris Center, 755 5th Ave S, Naples. 866-811-4111.

•The King & I: Apr 2630.BB Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy, Ft Myers. 4814849.

•The Last Night of Ballyhoo: Apr 14-30. Laboratory Theater of Florida,1634Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.

•The Merchant of Venice: Mar 23-Apr 15. Gulfshore Playhouse, Norris Center, 755 5th Ave S, Naples. 866-811-4111.

•The Savannah Sipping Society: thru Mar 4. Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•These Shining Lives: Mar 22-Apr 15. The Naples Players. Tobye Studio, Sugden Theater, 701 5th Ave S, Naples. 263-7990.

•Things My Mother Taught Me: Mar 9-Apr 29. Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•Three Strikes You’re Dead: Fri & Satthru Apr 29.Murder Mystery Dinner Train,2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.

•Whaaaa Hooooo Murders: Sun, Wed & Thu thru Apr 30.Murder Mystery Dinner Train,2805 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 275-8487.

THEATERS

•BIG ARTS Strauss Theater: Mar 16-Apr 15: Nunsense. 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 395-0900.

•Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre: thru Apr 1: Anything Goes;Apr 6-May 14: Jesus Christ Superstar. 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers.278-4422.

•Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre: Apr 20-May 12:A Year of Frog & Toad.1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•Circus Sarasota. thru Mar

5: Featuring Nik Wallenda; Mar 24-26: Cirque Des

Voix - Circus of Voices. Big Top, Nathan Henderson Park, behind University Town Center Mall, 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota. 941-355-9335.

•FGCU TheatreLab: Apr 4-

9: Artist Residency with Tim Miller. FGCU Arts Complex, 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Ft Myers. 590-7268.

•Florida Repertory Theatre: Arcade Theatre — thru Mar 8: Harper Lee’s To Kill

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers presents ‘Anything Goes’ thru April 1. For information, call 278-4422.

Origami in the Garden; thru Jul 23: Olga Hirshhorn Collections. thru May 3: Robert Indiana - Now & Then; thru Jul 23: Dawn’s Forest - sculptures of Louise Nevelson; Opens Mar: Inside the Outside;.

Tue-Sat 10a-4p & Sun 124p. 597-1900.

•Barron Park House Gallery: 471 Lee St, LaBelle. Mar 3-28: Inspirations. Thu-Sun 12-5p. Free. 843-2929.

•Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery: 4332 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. Sun & Mon 10a-5p, Tue-Sat 10a-7p. Free. 283-1335.

a Mockingbird; Mar 24-Apr

12: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. ArtStage Theatre —thru Mar 12: Shear Madness; Apr 11-May 14: Doublewide. Lunchbox Series — Mar 31: Dream within a DreamThe Spirit of Poe; Apr 21 & 22: Miss Nelson is Missing. Apr 27-30. PlayLab Festi-

val — Apr 27: Love, The Cracksman; Apr 28: The Flower Room, Smoke; Apr 29: Damascus, Keynote address & playwrights panel; Apr 30: A Dream Within a Dream, We Will Not Be Silent, George Washington’s Teeth. 2267 1st St, Ft Myers. 332-4488.

•Laboratory Theater of Florida: Mar 10-Apr 1: Play On; Apr 14-30: The Last Night of Ballyhoo. 1634 Woodford Ave, Ft Myers. 218-0481.

•Off Broadway Palm Theatre: thru Mar 4:The Savannah Sipping Society; Mar 9-Apr 29:Things My Mother Taught Me. 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422.

•Sailor Circus: Apr 11-15: Spring Show. Sailor Circus Arena. 2075 Bahia St, Sarasota. 7p. 941-3559335.

•Theatre Conspiracy: thru Mar 10: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom; Mar 17-19: Nice T!ts; Mar 24-Apr 8: The Cave. Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 936-3239.

•TheatreZone: Mar 9-19: 9 to 5 - the Musical; Apr 27May 7: Legs Diamond.G & L Theatre, Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Rd, Naples. 888-966-3352.

•Venice Theatre: thru Mar 19: Assisted Living - The Musical; thru Mar 19: Crazy For You; Mar 30-Apr 23: Blood Brothers; Apr 1130: Inherit the Wind. 140

W. Tampa Ave, Venice. 941-488-1115.

art galleries

•Alliance for the Arts: 10091 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Mar 3-25: Art Beyond Boundaries & Fort Myers Eight; Apr 4-29: The Future of Art - Elementary, Middle & High School Students & Students & Alliance Youth Art. Mon-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a-1p. Free. 939-2787.

•Another Time: 1414 Dean St, Ft Myers. Daily 11a-6p; Fri & Sat 11a-8p. Free. 6724607.

•Arsenault Studio & Banyan Arts Gallery: 1199 3rd St, Naples. Mon-Wed 10a-5p, Thu-Sat 10a-7p, Sun 1-5p. Free. 263-1214.

•Art Bar: 1416 Dean St, Ft Myers. Free. 292-8072.

•Art Council of Southwest Florida Co-Op Gallery: Coconut Point Mall, 8074 Mediterranean Dr, Estero. thru Mar 4: Winners Circle (at Naples Art Assoc). TueThu & Sat 10a-6p, Fri 11a7p, Sun 12-5p. Free. 267-3049.

•Art League of Fort Myers: 1451 Monroe St, Ft Myers. Mar 3-31: March

Madness; Apr 7-28: Showers of Art. Free open painting Wed 9:30-12p. Tue-Sat 11a-3p & 6-9p 1st Fri of month. Free. 275-3970.

•Arts For ACT Gallery: 2265 First St, Ft Myers. Mar 3-27: Peter Stilton, Tracie Thompson. Apr 7May 1: Art Quilters Unlimited, Justin Markley. MonSat 11a-4:30p, 1st & 3rd Fri 11a-10p. Call for Sat hrs. Free. 337-5050.

•Baker Museum: ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. thru Mar 12 : American Impressionism; thru Apr 16: Jacque Fresco; thru Apr 16: A Tragic Love Affair; thru Apr 23:

3301 Tamiami Tr E, Naples. thru Apr 29: Postcards & PerceptionsFlorida Seminoles & Tourism. Educational programs, Wed, 2pm. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 252-8476.

•DAAS Co-op Art Gallery: Royal Palm Square, 1400 Colonial Blvd, # 84, Ft Myers. Mar 11-Apr 1: Danielle Branchaud’s Synchronicity; Apr 8-May 6: Unbound - photography members;. Tue-Sat 10a-6p. Free. 590-8645.

•Deborah Martin Art Studio: 5760 Shirley St, #14, Naples. Free. 518-791-0251.

•BIG ARTS: 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. thru Mar 18: The Itty Bitty Art Exhibition; thru Mar 18: The Petticoat Painters of Sarasota; Mar 22-April 29: After Rauschenberg; Mar 22-Apr 29: Pressing Matters. MonSat 9a-4p. Free. 395-0900. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 3950900.

•Bob Rauschenberg Gallery: Florida SouthWestern State College, 8099 College Pkwy SW, Ft Myers. thru Mar 18: Ann HamiltonPhora. Mar 31-Jun 3: James Franco & Kalup Linzy - Collaborations. Mon-Fri 10a-4p & Sat 11a3p. Free. 489-9313.

•Cape Coral Art League: 516 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. thru Mar 7: Wild About Wildlife; Mar 9-Apr 4: March Madness; Apr 6May 2: Media Mix. Meetings 1st Mon 9am. Open painting Wed 1-4p. MonThu 11a-4p Sep-May. Free. 772-5657.

•Cape Coral Arts Studio: 4533 Coronado Pkwy in Rubicond Park, Cape Coral. Mar 3-30: Art Focus - student exhibit; Apr 7-27: Ring of Fire. Mon-Fri 9a4:30p. Free. 574-0802.

•Centers for the Arts of Bonita Springs: 26100 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. thru Apr 22: Art of Kreutz, Kristoff, Luconi, Phillips; Mar 1-Apr 30: Exquisite Minitaures; Mar 10-30: Dream Worlds; Apr 7-27: Depth Cues. Mon-Fri 10a-4p & Sat 1-5p. Free. 495-8989.

•Clark Art Studio: Mercato, 9155 Strada Place, #5155, Naples. Mon-Sat 11a-9p & Sun 1-9p. Free. 616-2601533.

•Clyde Butcher’s Big Cypress Gallery: 52388 Tamiami Tr, Ochopee. Daily 10a-5p. Free. 6952428.

•Clyde Butcher’s Venice Gallery & Studio: 237 Warfield Ave, Venice. TueFri 10a-4:30p. Free. 4860811.

•Collier County Museum:

Writing. Main Gallery in Arts Complex, ArtLab in Library. Mon-Fri, 10a-4p & Thu 10a-7p. Free. 5907199.

•Fort Myers Beach Art Association: 3030 Shell Mound, Ft Myers Beach. thru Mar 9: Miller, Wesolowski; Mar 1123: Group show; Mar 25-29: Student Scholarship; Apr 113: Anything Goes, Kasperie; Apr 19-Oct 5: Summer show Mon-Sat 10a3p & Sun 12-3p. Free. 4633909.

•Kathleen Bradford Studio/Gallery: 4259 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. Mar 7-31: Abstract Black, Grey, White & Neutrals. Tue-Sat 11a-5p, Free. 7766844.

•Lovegrove Gallery & Garden: 4637 Pine Island Rd NW, Matlacha.Mon-Sat 10a-5p & Sun 11a-4p.Free. 283-6453.

•’Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge: 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. Mar 1-Apr 30: Audubon Inspirations art exhibit. Education Center. Sun-Fri 9a-5p. 472-1100.

•East West Fine Art: Bigham Galleria, 2425 Tamiami Tr N, #102, Naples. Mon-Fri 11a-4p & Sat 11a-2p.Free. 821-9459.

•East West Fine Art: Mercato, 9115 Strada Pl, #5130, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-9p & Sun 12-6p. Free. 220-7503.

•Edison & Ford Winter

Estates: 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Mar 19-Apr 23: Art in the GradenBirds. Ongoing: Edison & Rubber - A Scientific Quest, Edison & Ford in Florida. Daily 9a-5:30p. 334-7419.

•Emily James Gallery: 720 5th Ave S, # 111, Naples. Tue-Sat 12-8p & Sun 12-5p. Free. 777-3283

•Englewood Art Center: Ringling College of Art & Design, 350 S. McCall Rd, Englewood.thru Mar 8: Nature, Places of Spiritual Sanctuary - Clyde Butcher; thru Mar 7: Englewood Camera Club; thru Mar 7: EAC Members; thru Mar 10: Beaches, Backroads & the Bay; Mar 14-Apr 19: Sports & Leisure - Poets & Painters; Mar 14-Apr 20: Anastasia Khabirova; Mar 14-May 4: tba; Apr 25-May 4: Youth Art; Apr 28-May 5: EAC Students. Tue 9a9p & Wed-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 941-474-5548.

•Estero Art League: Estero Community Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Rd, Estero. thru Mar 3: Estero Library Art Show; Mar: Estero Art League & Estero Woodcarvers Show. 489-5216.

•Florida Gulf Coast University Art Galleries: 10501 FGCU Blvd S., Ft Myers. Main Gallery —thru Mar 2: Matthew Shlian - Telemetry; Mar 23-Apr 6: Student Exhibition; Apr 20-May 5: Senior Projects. ArtLab — thru Mar 30: Visual Language - The Art of Typography & Creative

•Francoise-Marie Thein Studio/Gallery: 5760 Shirley St, Naples. Mar: Hand-built Ceramics; Apr: Naples-by-the-Gulf. 4054522.

•Gardner Colby Gallery: 386 & 365 Broad Ave S, Naples. Mon-Sat 10a-5p. Free. 403-7787.

•Grand Illusion Gallery: 2443 First St, Ft Myers. Tue-Sat 10a-6p & Sat 11a-2p, 1st & 3rd Fri 610p, 1st Fri of month 10a10p. Free.461-7245.

•Guardians of The Everglades: 1719 Trade Center Way, # 3, Naples. Wed 2-7 & by appt. 405-2010.

•Guess-Fisher Gallery: 1187 8th St S, Naples. Mon-Thu 12-5p, Fr & Sat 12-9p, Sun 1-5p. Free. 263-3417.

•Harbour View Gallery: 5789 Cape Harbour Dr, #104, Cape Coral. Mar: Jean Stanish, Zdenka Fiala; Apr: Art Stein, Lois Porter.. Daily 11a-8p, closed Mon Jun-Sep. Free. 540-5789.

•Harmon-Meek Gallery: 599 9th St N, #309, Naples. Mon-Fri 10a-5p Nov-Apr. Free. 261-2637.

•Harmon-Meek Modern: 382 12th Ave S, Naples. Tue-Sat 12-5p Nov-Jul. Free. 261-2637.

•Hirdie-Girdie Art Gallery: 2490 Library Way, Sanibel. Nov-Apr: Mon-Sat 10a-5p. Free. 395-0027.

•Howl Gallery/Tattoo: 4160 Cleveland Ave, Ft. Myers. Mon-Thu 11a-8p, Fri & Sat 12-10p,1st Sat of month 711p. Free. 332-0161.

•HW Gallery: 1305 Third St S, Naples. Daily 10a-5p. Free. 263-6640.

•Iona Art Gallery: 16681 McGregor Blvd, #301, Ft Myers. Tue-Sat 10a-4p. Free. 246-5826.

•Island Conclave: 5101 Pine Island Rd, Bokeelia. TueSat 11a-5p. Free. 282-8488.

•Island Visions: 4643 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. Daily 10a-5p. Free. 282-0452.

•Jo-Ann Sanborn Sunshine Studios of Marco Island: The Esplanade, 760 N Collier Blvd, #102, Marco Island. Mon-Fri 10a-5p & Sat 10a-2p. Free. 404-9179

•Marc Harris Wildlife & Fine Art Photography Gallery: 1401 Lee St, # B, Ft Myers. Mon-Fri 10a-4p & Sat 12-4p. Free. 7897027.

•Marco Island Center for the Arts: 1010 Winterberry Dr, Marco Island. Tue-Sat 9a4p. Free. 394-4221.

•Marianne Friedland Gallery: 359 Broad Ave S, Naples. Mon-Sat 10-5p. Free. 262-3484.

•Museum of the Everglades: 105 W Bwy, Everglades City. Mar 1-31: Mysterious Everglades. Tue-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a-4p. Free. 695-0008.

•Naples Botanical Garden: 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. thru Apr 23: Origami in the Garden. Daily 9a-5p, Tue8a5p.643-7275.

•Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center: 585 Park St, Naples. thru Mar 4: Winner Circle (Art Council of SWFL); thru Mar 25: Maximizing the Minimum, Mar 16-Apr 15: National Art Encounter Competition, Mar 16-Apr 15: Jade Riedel Scholarship Competition; Apr 5-May 31: Music Is My Muse; Apr 26Jun 2: From Shanghai to Naples - The Art of Denna Gu Laties; Apr 26-Jun 2: Exploring the World with Elsa Victorios. Mon-Sat 10a-4p. Free. 262-6517.

•Naples Depot Museum: 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. Mar 13-Apr 22: Life Along the Lines. MonSat 9a-4p. Free. 262-6525.

•Ocasiocasa Art Studio: 10051 McGregor Bvd, Edwards Bldg, # 201. Sat 10a-2p, 2nd Sat 5-10p. 6918292.

•Ollie Gentry Mack Photography Studio & Gallery: 2180 W 1st St, # 210, Ft. Myers. Mar 3-Jun 1: Historic Fort Myers photographs. Tue-Sat 10a-6p & 1st Fri 10a-10p. Free. 3321295.

•Phil Fisher Gallery: 810 12th Ave S, Naples. MonThu 11a-5p, Fri & Sat 11a9p. Free. 403-8393.

•Quidley & Company Fine Art Gallery: 375 Broad Ave S, Naples. 261-4300.

•Rene Miville Gallery: Franklin Shops, 2200 1st St, 2nd fl, Ft

The Naples Players present ‘My Fair Lady’ March 1-April 2 in the Sugden Theater in downtown Naples. Call 263-7990 for information.

what Goes on

Myers. Mon-Sat 10a-8p & Sun 12-7p. Free. 333-3130.

•Ringling College of Art + Design Galleries: Ringling College of Art + Design, 2700 N. Tamiami Tr, Sarasota. Mon-Sat 10a-4p; MayAug Mon-Fri 10a-4p. Free. 941-359-7563.

•Ringling Museum of Art: 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. thru May: Pathless Woods; thru Apr 30: A Feast for the Senses - Art & Experience in Medieval Europe. Ongoing: thru May 15: A Most Magnificent Sight. Bayfront Gardens -thru Apr 7: Walker Guest House Replica. Gardens of Ringling Guided Tour: Thu 10:30a. Daily 10a-5p, Thu 10a-8p. 941-359-5700.

•Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center: 300 Tower Rd, Naples. thru Mar 20: Photography show. Free. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. 5305940.

•Rosen Gallery & Studios: North Line Plaza, 2172 J & C Blvd, N Naples. thru Apr 4: Randy ColemanCoastal Tranquility. MonSat, 12-6p. Free. 821-1061.

•Sanibel Captiva Art League: thru Apr 3: at Sanibel Library, 770 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. Mon & Thu 9a-8p; Tue & Wed, Fri & Sat 9a-5p. Free. 4722483.

•Shangri-La Springs: 27750 Old US 41, Bonita Springs. 2nd Wed: Community Art & Nature Night 6-9p. MonFri 9a-4p, Sat & Sun 10a3p. Free. 949-0749.

•Sheldon Fine Art: 460 Fifth Ave S, Naples. 10a10p. Free. 649-6255.

•Sidney & Berne Davis Arts Center: 2301 First St, Ft Myers. Mar 3-21: Tim Smith aka Mano MuddDown & Dirty; Apr 7-26: Kyra Belan - Symbolic Magic. Mon-Fri 10a-5p & 6-9p & 1st Fri of month. Free. 337-1933.

•Space 39 Art Bar & Lounge: 39 Patio de Leon, Ft Myers. Tue-Sat 5:30close. Free. 204-9949.

•Sweet Art Gallery: 2054 Trade Center Way, Naples. Mon-Fri 10a-5p, 1st Wed 58p, 3rd Fri 6-8p, Sat by appt. Free. 597-2110.

•The Artist’s Gallery: 6240 Shirley St, # 104, Naples. Mon-Fri 10a-4p & Sat by appt. Free. 596-5099.

•The Lady from Haiti: 110 10th St N, Naples. Mon-Sat 10:30a-5p. Free. 649-8607.

•The Studio: 1529 Lee St, Ft Myers. Free.472-4557.

•Thomas Riley Studio: 26 10th St. S, Naples. Mar 2Apr 6: Painting & Object; Apr 13-May 25: Tadao Cern

& Taek Lee. Mon-Fri 10a5p; May 1-Aug 31: Mon-Fri 12-5p. 529-2633.

•Timeless: 2218 First St, Ft Myers. Daily 11a-6p; Fri & Sat 11a-8p. 332-8463.

•Tower Gallery: 751 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel. Daily 10a9p. Free. 340-6467.

•Two Newts Gallery: 2502 2nd St, #104, Ft Myers. Tue-Fri 10a-6p, Sat 10a-4p, Sun 12-4p. Free. 332-2300.

•Union Artists Studios:

Alliance of the Arts, 10051 McGregor Blvd, # 202, Edwards Bldg, Ft Myers. Free. 826-3861.

•Unit A: 2633 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Ft Myers. Marcus Jansen

studio/gallery. By appt & special events. 240-1053.

•Visual Arts Center: 210 Maud St, Punta Gorda. thru Mar 2: David Sussman; Mar

7-Apr 6: Primavera; Apr 827: Florida Fruit & Flora. Mon-Fri 9a-4p & Sat 10a2p. Free. 951-639-8810.

•Watson MacRae Gallery: 2340 Periwinkle Way, #G1, Sanibel.thru Mar 5: Aviary - An Installation; Mar 7Apr 2: Works On and Of Paper; Apr 4-summer: Summer Salon. Mon-Sat 10:30a-5p. Free. 472-3386.

attractions

•Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Seminole Tribe of Florida Museum Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, 30290

Josie Billie Hwy, Clewiston. Daily 9a-5p. 877-9021113.

•Bailey-Matthews Shell

Museum: 3075 SanibelCaptiva Rd, Sanibel. Ongoing: Journey to the Center of a Shell, Raymond Burr Memorial Exhibit,DeepSea Mollusks, Henry Domke - Nature Photographer. World record-sized Shells. Daily 10a-5p. 3952233.

•Baker Museum: ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. thru Mar 12 : American Impressionism; thru Apr 16: Jacque Fresco; thru Apr 16: A Tragic Love Affair; thru Apr 23: Origami in the Garden; thru Jul 23: Olga Hirshhorn Collections. thru May 3: Robert IndianaNow & Then; thru Jul 23:

Dawn’s Forest - sculptures of Louise Nevelson; Opens Mar: Inside the Outside. Tue-Sat 10a-4p & Sun 124p. 597-1900.

•Burroughs Home & Gardens: 2505 First St, Ft Myers. Living history tours daily 11a & 1p, 5-9p. 337-0706.

•Butterfly Estates: 1815 Fowler St, Ft Myers. Sun & Tue-Th 10a-5p, Sat 10a-7p. 690-2359.

•Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium: 3450 Ortiz Ave, Ft Myers. Museum, butterfly aviary, trails, live reptile shows daily. Planetarium shows daily. Solar observing thru telescope Fri 11a. 10a-5p & Sun, 11a5p. 275-3435.

•Cape Coral Historical Museum: 544 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral. Wed, Thu & Sun 1-4p. 772-7037.

•Children’s Museum of Naples: North Collier Park, 15080 Livingston Rd, Naples. Special hours for children on autistic spectrum: Breaking the Barriers, 2nd Sat of month 8-9a & Sensory Night, 4th Tue of month 5-8p. Register. 514-0084.

•Collier County Museum: 3301 Tamiami Tr E, Naples. thru Apr 18: Postcards & PerceptionsFlorida Seminoles & Tourism. Educational programs, Wed, 2pm. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 774-8476.

•Conservancy of SWFL: 1495 Smith Preserve Way off Goodlette Frank Rd. Mon-Sat 9:30a-4:30p. Free. 430-2466.

•Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary: 375 Sanctuary Rd W, Naples. Blair Audubon Center, Boardwalk Exploration & Exhibits. Daily 7a5:30p. Free. 348-9151.

•CREW: Corkscrew

Regional Ecosystem Watershed. 23998 Corkscrew Rd, Estero. Guided walks: 1st & 3rd Tue & 2nd Sat. Marsh Hiking Trails, 4600 Corkscrew Rd, Immokalee. Trails open sunrise-sunset. Free. 657-2253.

•CROW: Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife. 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Rd, Sanibel. Healing Winds Visitor Education Center.

Wonders of Wildlife: Nature presentations MonFri 11a. Tue-Sun 10a-4p. Free. 472-3644.

•’Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge: 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel. Mar 1-Apr 30: Audubon Inpirations art exhibit. thru Apr 23: Calusa Shell Mound Trail guide tours 12-2p. Sat-Thu 7a-7p. Education Center. Sun-Fri 9a-5p. 472-1100.

•Edison & Ford Winter Estates: 2350 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Mar 19-Apr 23: Art in the GardenBirds. Ongoing: Edison & Rubber - A Scientific Quest, Edison & Ford in Florida. Daily 9a-5:30p. 334-7419.

•Everglades Wonder Gardens: 27180 Old 41 Rd, BonitaSprings.Botanical gardens, animals, art gallery.Daily 9a-4p. 9922591.

•Holocaust Museum & Education Center of SWFL: Sandalwood Square, 4760 Tamiami Tr N, # 107, Naples. thru May 14: The World Knew – Jan Karski’s Mission for Humanity. TueSun 12:30-5p. Guided Tours: 1:30p. Free. 2639200.

•Imaginarium Science Center: 2000 Cranford St, Ft Myers. Mon-Sat 10a-5p & Sun 12-5p. 321-7420.

•Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch: 1215 Roberts Ave, Immokalee. Mon-Fri 9a-4p. Free. 658-2466.

•Marco Island Historical Museum: 180 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island. Tue-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 642-1440.

•Mound House: 451 Connecticut St, Ft Myers Beach. Guided tours Tue, Wed & Sat 9a-3p; programs Tue, Wed, Sat 10a; free guided beach walks Tue 9a, Newton Park, 4650 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. JanApr Tue-Sat 9a-4p; MayDec Tue, Wed & Sat 9a-4p. 765-0865.

•Museum of the Everglades: 105 W Bwy,Everglades City. Mar 1-31: Mysterious Everglades. Tue-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 9a-4p. Free. 6950008.

•Museum of the Islands: 5728 Sesame, Pine Island Center. Free. 283-1525.

•Naples Botanical Garden: 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples.thru Apr 23: Origami in the Garden. Dogs in the Garden walks Sun 9-11:30a, Tu 8-11a, Thu 3-5p. Daily 9a-5p & Tue 8a-5p. 643-7275.

•Naples Depot Museum: 1051 Fifth Ave S, Naples. Mar 13-Apr 22: Life Along the Lines. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. Free. 262-6525.

•Naples Museum of Military History: Naples Airport, Commercial Terminal, 500 Terminal Dr, Naples. MonSat 10a-4p & Sun 12-4p. Free. 941-575-0401.

•Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens: 1590 GoodletteFrank Rd, Naples. Daily 9a-5p. 262-5409.

•Palm Cottage Museum & Norris Gardens: Naples Historical Society, 137 12th Ave. S, Naples. Walking tours of Naples historic district: Wed 10a; Guided garden tours: 1st & 3rd Thu of month 10a. Tours: TueSat 1-4p. Free. 261-8164.

•Ringling Museum of Art: 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. thru May: Pathless Woods; thru Apr 30: A Feast for the Senses - Art & Experience in Medieval Europe. Ongoing: thru May 15: A Most Magnificent

Sight. Bayfront Gardensthru Apr 7: Walker Guest House Replica. Gardens of Ringling Guided Tour: Thu 10:30a. Daily 10a-5p, Thu 10a-8p. 941-359-5700.

•Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center: 300 Tower Rd, Naples. Daily programs: 11a & 2p. Guided boat & kayak tours Tue & Thu. Mon-Sat 9a-4p. 5305940.

•Sanibel Historical Museum & Village: 950 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel. Wed-Sat, 10a-4p. 472-4648.

•Shell Factory & Nature Park: 2787 N Tamiami Trail, N, Ft Myers. Shell exhibits, Animal exhibits, petting farm, Christmas House, natural history exhibit, Money Museum, water games, video arcade, miniature golf, playgrounds, Soaring Eagle Zip Line. Daily 10a-5p. 995-2141.

•SWFL Military Museum & Library: 4820 Leonard St, Ft Myers. Mon-Sat 9a-5p. Free. 541-8704.

•Williams Academy Black History Museum: Clemente Park, 1936 Henderson Ave, Ft Myers. Mon-Fri 9a-5p & Sat 12-4p. Free. 332-8778.

parks

•Bonita Beach Park: 27954 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs. 533-7444.

•Bowditch Point Regional Park: 50 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Guided walks: Tue & Sat 9:30a. 463-3764.

•Bunche Beach: 18201 John Morris Rd, Ft Myers. Guided walks: 1st & 3rd Tue 5p. 707-6794.

•Caloosahatchee Regional Park: 18500 North River Rd, Alva. Guided walk: 1st Sat & 3rd Tue of month 9a. 693-2690.

•Collier-Seminole State Park: US 41 (Tamiami Trail), S Naples. Guided walks: Sat 10a. Hiking trail, self-guided boardwalk nature trail, exhibits, camping, fishing, boating canoeing. 394-3397.

•Delnor-Wiggins Pass State

Park: 11135 Gulfshore Dr, Naples. Beach, fishing, picnic areas. 597-6196.

•Estero Park: 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero. 248-1609.

•Everglades National Park: Gulf Coast Visitor Center,815 Oyster Bar Ln.Everglades City. 9a4:30p. 695-3311.

•Hickeys Creek Mitigation Park: 17980 Palm Beach Blvd, Alva. Guided walks: 1st Tue 9a. 693-2690.

•Koreshan State Historic Site State Park: US Hwy 41 & Corkscrew Rd, Estero. 992-0311.

•Lakes Regional Park: 7330 Gladiolus Dr, Ft Myers. Guided walks: 1st Sat 8:30a, Garden tour: 2nd Sat. 533-7575.

•Lovers Key State Park: South of Ft Myers Beach. 463-4588.

•Lynn Hall Park: 950 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Laughter Yoga: Fri 8a. 229-7356.

•Manatee Park: 10901 Palm Beach Blvd, Ft Myers. 8adusk. 690-5030.

•Matanzas Pass Preserve: 119 Bay Rd, Ft Myers Beach. Guided walks: Thu 9:30a. 707-3015.

•Myakka River State Park: 13207 SR 72, Sarasota. Canoeing, camping, wildlife tours by air-boat & tram, scenic drive, guided walks. 361-6511.

•Naples Preserve: Eco-center. 1690 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. Nature talks Tue 10a. Free. Dawn-dusk. 2614290.

•North Collier Regional Park: 15000 Livingston Rd, Naples. 252-4060.

•North Ft Myers Park: 2021 N Tamiami Tr, N Ft Myers. Yoga: Wed 6p. 652-4512.

•Rutenberg Park Eco-Living Center: ‘Florida-Friendly’ Garden/Landscape Workshops: Wed 10:30a. Free. 533-7515.

•Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve: 7791 Penzance Blvd, Ft Myers. Guided walks: daily 9a Free. 5337550.

The installation, ‘James Franco & Kalup Linzy - Collaboration’ will be on view in the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery on the campus of Florida SouthWestern State College in Fort Myers. Call 489-9313 for information.

•Veterans Park: 55 Homestead Rd, Lehigh Acres. 369-1521.

•Wa-Ke-Hatchee Park: 16730 Bass Rd, Ft Myers. Flow Yoga & Mat Pilates: Mon-Thu 9a; Yoga & Meditation: Tue 4:30p; Tai chi: Wed 1p; Laughter Yoga: Wed 6:30p. Classes free. 432-2154.

live music &comedy

•Americana Community Music Association Listening Room: All Faiths Unitarian Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Select Fri, Sat, Sun 7p. Free. 691-4069.

•Art Bar: 1416 Dean St, Ft Myers. 292-8072.

•Bert’s Bar & Grill: 4271 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. Live Tue-Sun. 282-3232.

•Big Blue Brewing: 4721 SE 10th Pl, Cape Coral. Live music Thu-Sat. 471-2777.

•Buckingham Blues Bar: 5641 Buckingham Rd., Ft Myers. Open blues jam Wed 8-11p & Sun 3-6p.

Live music weekends. 6937111.

•Buddha Bar & Grill: 12701 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music Wed-Sun. 4828565.

•Bury Me Brewing: 4224 S Cleveland Ave, Ft Myers. 332-2337.

•Cape Coral Brewing Company: 839 Miromar St, Cape Coral. 257-1033.

•City Tavern: 2206 Bay St, Ft Myers. Live music ThuSat. 226-1133.

•Cottage Bar: 1270 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. Live music nightly. 765-5440.

•Fort Myers Brewing Company: 12811 Commerce Lake Dr, #27, Ft Myers. Live music select Wed-Sat. 313-6576.

•Freds Food, Fun & Spirits!: 2700 Immokalee Rd., Naples. Live music WedSun. 431-7928.

•Hotel Indigo: 1520 Broadway, Ft Myers. Wed: Open Mic. 337-3446.

•Howl Gallery/Tattoo Dive Bar: 4160 Cleveland Ave, Ft. Myers. 332-0161.

•Laugh-In Comedy Café: 8595 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. Thu-Sat: Comics 7:30 & 9:30p. 479-5233.

•Matanzas on the Bay: 414 Crescent St, Ft Myers Beach. Live music nitely 69p. Fri: Father Al & The Jazz Congregation. 4633838.

•Millenium Brewery: 1811 Royal Palm Ave, Ft Myers. Live music select dates. 271-2255.

•Momentum Brewhouse: 9786 Bonita Beach Rd,

Bonita Springs. Thu: acoustic open mic 6-9p; live music select dates 69p. 949-9945.

•Off the Hook Comedy Club: Row Seafood, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #1100, Naples. Fri-Sun: comics. 7 & 9p. 389-6901.

•Old Soul Brewing: 10970 S Cleveland Ave, #402, Ft Myers. Live music select dates. 334-4334.

•Naples Beach Brewery: 4120 Enetrprise Ave, #116,Naples. 304-8795.

•Paradise Tiki Hut: 1502 Miramar St, Cape Coral. Live music nightly. 5421988.

•Parrot Key Caribbean Grill: 2500 Main St, Ft Myers Beach. 463-3257.

•Point Ybel Brewing Company: 16120 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. Tue: Open mic

7:30-10:30p; Thu: Apollo’s

Phonograph Jazz Band 7:30-

10:30p; Fri: live music 210:30p; Sat: live music 12-11p; Sun: 12-7p; 1st Sun: reggae band 6-9p. 603-6535.

•Red Rock Saloon: 2278 First St, Ft Myers. Live music Tue, Fri, Sat. 6898667.

•Reserve Cigar & Wine Bar: 10950 S. Cleveland Ave, Ft Myers. Live music Fri & Sat. 210-0300.

•RJ’s Bar & Grill: 1475 N. Tamiami Tr, N.Ft Myers. Live music nightly. 9979600.

•Roadhouse Café: 15660 San Carlos Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music. 415-4375.

•Shangri-La Springs: 27750 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. Thu & Fri: Original live music 5:30-8:30p in lounge. 949-0749.

•Sneaky Pete’s: 3465 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. Live music nightly. 498-8887.

•Space 39 Art Bar & Lounge: 39 Patio de Leon, Ft Myers. Live music WedSat 8:30-11p. 204-9949.

•The Barrel Room: Twisted Vine, 2214 Bay St, Ft Myers. Live music Thu-

Sun. Thu 7-11p: Dan Miller & Lew Del Gatto Jazz Quartet; Fri & Sat: blues bands; Sun 10:30a-1p: Jazz Brunch w Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson. 333-225.

•The Dek Bar: 4704 SE 15 Ave, Cape Coral. Live music nightly. 542-3745.

•The Joint at Cape Harbour: 5785 Cape Harbour Dr, Cape Coral. Live music Tue, Fri, Sun. 542-0123.

•The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon: 2158 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. Live music select Fri & Sat. 985-9839.

•The Rhythm House: 16440 S Tamiami Tr, Ft Myers. Live music Fri 6:30p. 4668326.

•The Veranda: 2122 Second St, Ft Myers. Piano Bar Tue-Sat 6:30-9p. 332-2065.

FARMERS MARKETS

MONDAY

•Fenway South Farmer’s Market: Jet Blue Stadium, 11500 Fenway S Dr, Ft Myers. 11a-2p.

TUESDAY

•Health Park Farmers Market: Village Shoppe at health Park, 1620 Summerlin Rd, Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Surfside Sunset Market: Shops at Surfside, 2408 Surfside Blvd, Cape Coral. 4-8p.

•Santini Sunrise Fresh Market: Santini Marina Plaza, 7225 Estero Blvd, Ft Myers Beach. 9a-1p.

WEDNESDAY

•Bonita Springs Riverside Farmers Market: Riverside Park, 27300 Old 41 Rd, BonitaSprings. 7a-1p.

•Lakes Park Market: Lakes Regional Park, 7300 Gladiolus Dr, Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Marco Island Farmers Market: Veterans Community Park, 50 Bald Eagle Dr,Marco Island. 7:3011:30p.

THURSDAY

•Coconut Point Farmer’ Market: Coconut Point, 23106 Fashion Dr, Estero. 9a-1p.

•Gulf Coast Town Center Farmers Market: 9903 Gulf Coast Main St, San Carlos Park . 10a-2p.

•Local Roots Farmers Market: Centennial Park, 2000 W First St, Ft Myers. 7a-1p.

•McGregor Fresh Market: Faith United Methodist Church, 15690 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers. 9a-1p. Mar

FRIDAY

•Bayfront Farmers Market: 465 Bayfront Pl, Naples. 48p.

•Boca Grande Farm & Fish Market: Ball Field, 305 Wheeler Rd, Boca Grande. 9a-1p.

•Bonita Springs Fresh Food Market: The Promenade, 26795 South Bay Dr, Bonita Springs.8a-12p.

•Friendly Farmers Market: Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. 3-7p.

•FSW State College: FSW State College, 8099 College Pkwy, Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Government Complex Farmers Market: 3335 US 41 E, Naples. 11a-2p.

•Health Park Farmers Market: Village Shoppe at Health Park, 1620 Summerlin Rd, Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Lakes Park Farmers Market: 7330 Gladiolus Dr, Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Fort Myers Beach Farmers Market: 1st St & 2nd St, under Sky Bridge, Ft Myers Beach.7:30-11:30a.

•Shoppes at Vanderbilt Farmers Market: Collection at Vanderbilt, 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd,Naples. 12-4p.

SATURDAY

•Alliance for the Arts’ GreenMarket: 10091 McGregor Blvd., Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Bonita Springs Farmers Market: The Promenade Shoppes, 26811 South Bay Dr,Bonita Springs. 7a-12p.

•Bonita Springs Lions Market: Naples Fort Myers Greyhound Track parking lot,10601 SE Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs. 7am12:30p.

•Cape Coral Farmers Market: 2051 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral. 8a-1p.

•Cornerstone Farmers Market: Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 8200 Immokalee Rd, Naples. 8a1p.

•North Naples Farmers Market: North Naples United Methodist Church, 6000 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 8a-1p.

•Friendly Farmers Market: Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. 9a-3p.

•Fort Myers Downtown Farm & Art Market: Cornog Plaza, 2450 First St, Ft Myers. 9a-1p.

•Naples Green Market: 2150 Goodlette Rd, Naples. 8a-1p.

•Pine island Seafood & Farmer’s Market: Phillips Park, 5675 Sesame Dr, Bokeelia. 8a-12p.

•Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt Farmers Market: Collection at Vanderbilt, Airport Pulling Rd & Vanderbilt Beach Rd,Naples. 8a-1p.

•Third Street Farmer’s Market: 1220 Third St S, Naples. 7:30-11:30a. SUNDAY

•Green Market at Miromar Outlets: 10801 Corkscrew Rd, Estero. 10a-2p.

•Naples Depot Museum Farmers Market: 1051 5th Ave, Naples. 10a-2p.

•North Naples Green Market: Ole Towne Center, 8020 Grand Lely Dr, Naples. 12-4p.

•Pine Island Tropical Fruit Market: Stringfellow Rd & Ficus Tree Ln, Bokeelia. 10a-3p.

•Pine Ridge Farmers Market: Pine Ridge Rd & Airport Pulling Rd, Naples. 9a-2p.

•Sanibel Island Farmers Market: Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. 8a-1p.

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SWFLDININGGUIDE

BERT'S BAR & SEAFOOD GRILL : 4271 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha. 282-3232. Million dollar view and quality food at reasonable prices. Featuring grouper, gulfshrimpandcertifiedangus burgers. Live Entertainment (check schedule on our website). 'AllU-Can-Eat' Fish Fry Wed & Fri 4-9pm. View our webcam on our website and see the beautiful view! Open seven days a week from 11am. www.bertsbar.com

BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATRE : 1380 Colonial Blvd, Ft Myers. 278-4422. Southwest Florida’s premier dinner theatre. The theatre’s season features the best of Broadway for all ages, combining your favorite shows of the past along with the most recent musical hit sensations. Features a delicious buffet, nationally selected performers, dazzling sets and costumes and a live orchestra. Performances Tue-Sun evenings with selected matinees. www.broadwaypalm.com

FOGGCAFE : Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples. 643-7275. Fogg Café is about unique and creative food using local, sustainable and seasonal products including items from the Botanical Garden itself. Menus are changed seasonally, focusing on high quality. In addition to incorporating an exciting garden-to-table inspired menu, Fogg Café offers some of the most beautiful dining views in the area. Open daily 9am-5pm. www.naplesgarden.org

LAUGH IN COMEDYCAFE : 8595 College Pkwy, # 270, Ft Myers. 479-5233. Come to laugh, eat & drink. Along with having hilarious national touring comics every weekend, they have a full kitchen serving delicious fresh meals. Home of The Big Bopper Burger. Pasta fans have a choice of Chicken Parmesan or Pasta Milano with tender chicken & fresh mixed vegetables. New look! All shows are smoke free! Five weekly shows Thu-Sat at 7:30 & 9:30. Plus special events. www.laughincomedycafe.com

OFF THE HOOK COMEDY CLUB : 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, #100, Naples. The first venue in SWFL to incorporate a full service restaurant into a comedy club. ROW by Capt. Brien & Crew has a New England seafood flair. Serving seafood, soups, salads, pasta, chicken, steaks, burgers. Fresh local ingredients, coldwater seafood, hand-crafted cocktails. Shows ThuSun 8:30pm. www.offthewookcomedy.com

ROW SEAFOOD : 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., suite 1100, Naples. 389-6901. By Captain Brien & Crew. Sea to table experience provided by Capt. Brien and his crew, literally off the boat. Imagine taking a brisk morning ROW down the Charles River during your dining experience. They want every meal to feel like you are a guest at their family table. Catering and private rentals available. Daily 11am-10pm. www.rowseafood.com

SHANGRI-LA SPRINGS : 27750 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs. 949-0749. Modern and sustainable dining enjoyed while overlooking botanical gardens within an art-filled dining room. Sourced primarily from own organic gardens, ingredients are fresh, organic and locally grown. Organic Lunch Mon-Sat 11am2:30pm, Organic Dinner Thu &Fri 5-8pm & 2nd Wed of month during community art & nature events. Live music Thu & Fri nights 5-8pm. Reservations suggested. www.shangrilasprings.com

TEATRO : 11515 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs. 389-6901. Located inside the Southwest Florida Performing Arts Center, Teatro offers italian Cuisine created by Michelin Star Chef Michael Psilakis, awarded Food & Wine’s Best New Chef, Bon Appetit’s Chef of the Year, and Chef of the Year by Esquire magazine. Catering and private rentals available. Dinner daily 4-10pm. www.teatrofl.com