Hot tickets across the state

Nov. 24 — Doja Cat: The Scarlet Tour, Amalie Arena, Tampa. www.amaliearena.com,

Nov. 24 — Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Nov. 25 — Dave Koz And Friends Christmas Tour 2023, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Nov. 25 — Myke Towers, Amway Center, Orlando. www.amwaycenter.com.

Nov. 25 — A Very Darren Crissmas, Capitol Theatre at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com

Nov. 26 — Michael Flatley’s Lord Of The Dance, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Nov. 28 — Croce Plays Croce 50th Anniversary Tour, Capitol Theatre at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com

Nov. 30 — Johnny Cash: Concert Experience, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Dec. 2 — Michael Carbonaro, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Dec. 7 — Peter White Christmas, Capitol Theatre at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com

Dec. 7 — Jhayco, Amway Center, Orlando. www.amwaycenter.com.

Dec. 10 — Three Dog Night, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.

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THEATER

The Marvelous Wonderettes – By the Naples Players, on stage through Nov. 26 in Beverly Hall at Naples United Church of Christ. This nostalgic show is filled with ’50s and ’60s tunes: “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “Stupid Cupid,” “It’s in His Kiss” and “Heatwave.” Show times are 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. $49 general admission; $39 for season ticket holders. Tickets include admission to the fourth annual Trees and Teas Festival in McSpadden Hall. www.NaplesPlayers.org or 239-263-7990.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare – On stage Nov. 29-Dec. 17 at the Marco Island Arts Center Theatre. Called “an irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays,” this was London’s longest running comedy in the West End. Who doesn’t love madcap men in tights? Theatre productions take place in Marco Island Town Center, 1089 N. Collier Blvd., Suite 432, Marco Island. 239-394- 4221 or www.marcoislandart.org.

Assisted Living: The Musical – In this all-new show Arts Bonita resident artists Compton & Bennett — the hilarious comedy team of Rick Compton and Betsey Bennett — are at “the home” for the holidays in a production of “Assisted Living: The Musical” on stage at 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 2 and 2 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Tickets: $45 artcenterbonita.org or 239-495-8989.

It’s A Wonderful Life – The Live Radio Play comes alive at 8 p.m. Dec 8-9 in Cambier Park. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. $39 for subscribers, $49 nonsubscribers. 755 8th Ave. S., Naples. www.Naplesplayers.org or 239-263-7990.

NEW ART

New Exhibition – “Love Me Now – Couture in Art” by Patricia Schnall Gutierrez is on display through Jan. 6 at Miromar Design Center. 10800 Corkscrew Road, Suite 195, Estero. 312-375-8887 or www.aldocastillogallery.com.

Featured Artist – “Richard W. Rosen: Form in Sculpture” is on display at Naples Art Studio through Jan. 3. Featuring form, one of the elements of art, incorporated into a wide variety of clay sculptures and vessels. In the Naples Art District, North Line Plaza, 2172 J & C Blvd., Naples. Free. 239-821-1061 or email info@ naplesart.studio.

Call for art by veterans – In partnership with the City of Naples and the Collier County Veterans Council, United Arts Collier plans to feature veteran artists at Cambier Park in December. This exhibition is open to 25 artists on a first come, first served basis. All mediums of artwork will be considered including 2-D and 3-D art, poetry, literature and culinary art. The deadline to submit work is Nov. 24. Open to veterans only. United Arts Collier, 340 Tamiami Trail N. #201, Naples. Get complete rules and instructions at www.unitedartscollier.org or email [email protected].

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Field Hockey – The National Hockey Festival, a duo of field hockey tournaments, takes the field from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. today through Sunday at Paradise Coast Sports Complex. The tournaments welcome athletes ages U-10 through U-19 and nearly 400 teams compete over three days. 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples. 239-252-4386 or playparadisecoast.com.

Kayak Tours – Rookery Bay offers a “Mangrove Tunnels and Mudflats Kayak Tour” from 9 a.m.-noon and a “Heart of Rookery Bay Kayak Tour” from 12:30- 3:30 p.m. daily at Rookery Bay. Navigate the mangroves and explore the mudflats from the water. Adults only. Single kayak $65. 300 Tower Road, Naples. Reservations required. www.RookeryBay.org.

Shelling Time – Life’s a Beach Barrier Island Shelling is offered from 9 a.m.- noon Friday-Wednesday at Rookery Bay. Join this shell-search adventure. $99. Reservations required. 300 Tower Road, Naples. www.RookeryBay.org.

Estuary Cruise – Rookery Bay offers an Essence of the Estuary Eco-Cruise from 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Friday Wednesday at Rookery Bay. Learn about the importance and uniqueness of this aquatic marvel. $99. 300 Tower Road, Naples. Reservations required. www.RookeryBay.org.

Fun Market – Visit the Mistletoe Market from 5-8 p.m. at Shangri-La Springs featuring Santa Claus himself. Live music, entertainment, an artisan market of eclectic products, food and beverage for purchase from Harvest & Wisdom are planned. Free. 27750 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 239-949-0749 or www.ShangriLaSprings.com.

Shopping Op – Black Friday & Small Business Saturday takes place during store hours today and Saturday at Promenade at Bonita Bay. Once-a-year holiday bargains on merchandise, services and culinary creations. 26811 South Bay Drive, Bonita Springs. 239-949-1573 or www.PromenadeShops.com.

At Miromar – Terry Bar performs Irish music from 4-7 p.m. near the Llama House at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

Holiday Music – Enjoy live music from 5-8 p.m. through Saturday along Third Street South. Traditional Christmas carolers roam the avenues. Snow is forecasted at 7 p.m. nightly. 1300 Third St. S., Naples. 239-649-6707 or www.thirdstreetsouth.com.

Garden Lights – Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden from 6-9 p.m. through Dec. 23, and Dec. 26-30 and Jan. 1-7. The popular holiday attraction features thousands of lights illuminating Naples Botanical Garden. Enjoy live music, festive treats and drinks for purchase from Fogg Café, Johnsonville Brat grilling stations and Dutchkinz, available select nights. Ticket prices vary. New this season are GLOW tickets which elevate your experience with exclusive perks. $70 members; $95 non-members. 4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples. www.naplesgarden.org/.

Weekly Concert – Live Music Under the Banyan Tree is offered from 6-8 p.m. Fridays at Mercato. Jam out to Kraig Kenning. 9110 Strada Place, Naples. 239-254- 1080 or experiencemercato.com.

Live music – The free Friday Night Concert Series continues from 6-8 p.m. in the Piazza at Miromar Outlets. Bring your own lawn chairs and enjoy a live performance. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948- 3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

Gary Owen – Comedian Gary Owen is on stage at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. today, 6 and 8 Saturday and 6:30 p.m. Sunday at Off the Hook Comedy Club. $35; $45 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.

Live Music – Simply Fi perform from 7-10 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.thecenterbar.com.

At The Stage – It’s a mega-tribute to the greatest guitar players of all time including Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimi Hendrix, plus Santana and the Allman Brothers. A special guest star tribute Juice Newton too. The show starts at 7 p.m. Dinner seating from 5:30-7 p.m. Reservations. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-405- 8566 or www.stagebonita.com.

The Zig Zag – Yaya Diamond & the Dream Chasers performs from 8 p.m.-midnight tonight and Saturday at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/SeminoleCasino- Hotel/.

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Market Open – The Third Street South Farmers Market is open from 7:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday through April 27 with a focus on the culinary delights of many Hispanic and Latin cuisines. Nearly 60 vendors, the majority of whom are local agriculturally based businesses, are on site. Free. 1300 Third St. S., Naples. www.thirdstreetsouth.com.

Vets Group – Gulf Coast Veterans & Friends meets for coffee, doughnuts, fellowship and stories at 9:30 a.m. on Saturdays at the Fleischmann Park Community Center. Veterans from World War II, Korea and Vietnam are welcomed. 1600 Fleischmann Blvd., Naples. 239-289-6952 or [email protected].

Car Lovers – A weekly Car Cruise- In hosted by the Marco Island Corvette and Muscle Car Club takes place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays in the Marco Island Lutheran Church parking lot. 525 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island. www.marcoislandcorvettes.com.

Chess Group – Paradise Chess Club meets from 12:30-3:30 p.m. on Saturdays at Crabby Lady. Chessboards and pieces are provided. All levels are welcome. 134 Bayshore Way, Goodland. www.paradisechessclub.com or 239-734-1250.

Hey Kids – Live! Science Shows are hosted by the staff at Stemlab at 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays at Miromar Outlets, Suite 192, near WINK Playland. Get lessons on chemistry, aerodynamics and fire. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

At Miromar – Mike Archer covers artists from Mellencamp to Buffett from 4-7 p.m. Saturday between Ford’s Garage and Naples Flatbread at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948- 3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

Holiday Happening – Lights, Camera, Christmas takes place from 5-8 p.m. at the West Village in Gulf Coast Town Center. A tree-lighting ceremony at 6 p.m., entertainment, a holiday red carpet, photo ops, Santa and Mrs. Claus, ornament decorating, treats and cocoa. 10037 Gulf Center Drive, Fort Myers. Bring a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food items or $5 donation to benefi t Community Cooperative. www.Gulf- CoastTownCenter.com.

Celebrate Saturday – Sunset Saturdays rocks the Cove Beer & Wine Bar at Paradise Coast Sports Complex at 6 p.m. with food and drink specials and live reggae music from Nostaljah. 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples. 239-252-4386 or https:// playparadisecoast.com.

Live Music – Johnny Caribe performs from 7-10 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.thecenterbar.com.

Weekly Concert – Live Music Under the Banyan Tree is offered from 6-8 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 30 beneath the banyan tree at Mercato. Kathleen Peace performs. 9110 Strada Place, Naples. 239- 254-1080 or experiencemercato.com.

At The Stage – Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Show Band performs at 7:30 p.m. at The Stage. Dinner seating from 5:30-7 p.m. Reservations. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239- 405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.

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Sunrise Yoga – Get your zen on with Sunrise Yoga, which meets from 7-8:30 a.m. Sundays at The Factory at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Patty Kulak leads. Free. 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples. playparadisecoast.com/.

Say “Woof” – Visit Naples Botanical Garden with your four-legged friend during Dogs in the Garden from 9-11 a.m. on Sundays and Tuesdays. Take a dog hike through the lush, fragrant foliage. One dog per person. No retractable leashes. Register at the front desk on your first visit. BYO water bowl. 4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples. 239-643-7275.

Church in the Park – Celebration Church meets at 9:30 a.m. Sundays in the Cambier Park Bandshell. 755 8th Ave S., Naples. 239-207-1704.

At Miromar – Kathleen Peace sings from 1-4 p.m. Sunday between Ford’s Garage and Naples Flatbread at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

Live Music – AURA performs from 5-9 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.thecenterbar.com.

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Macrame Workshop – A “Beginners Macrame Workshop” is offered from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays at Naples Art Studios. Multi-media artist Tracy Magen Rosen teaches guests to create a plant hanger or wall hanging in just 3 hours. $75. A materials list is provided. Reservation required. North Line Plaza, 2172 J & C Blvd., Naples. 239-821-1061 or www.naplesart.studio.

Swap Tales – VFW Post 7721 hosts Operation Chewing the Fat from 10 a.m.-noon every Monday through Friday at the Post. Share “war stories and a bunch of lies” over coffee and sweets. 1313 Collier Blvd., Naples. 239-455-7721 or [email protected].

One Nighters – Try a new art technique from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita’s Center for Visual Arts. The project is “Pottery: Raku & You.” $80; includes all supplies and instructions, food and drink. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org/onenight events/.

Live Music – New York Rhythm performs from 6-9 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.thecenterbar.com.

Live at Roy’s – Live in the Bar features music by Gerald Augustin from 6:30-9 p.m. at Roy’s Restaurant at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26831 South Bay Drive, # 100, Bonita Springs. 239-498- 7697 or www.roysrestaurant.com.

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Garden Tour – Take an Organic Garden Tour from 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at Shangri-La Springs. Tours are led by Cecelia Morales, the organic garden manager, and include a sensory-based walking tour around the garden’s subtropical, tropical, annual and perennial crops and orchard. Register in advance. $15 per person. Closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, and a full water bottle are recommended. 27750 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 239-949-0749 or www.ShangriLaSprings.com.

At Miromar – Nicole D’Andrea performs an eclectic mix of upbeat songs from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday near Coach at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

Sunset Event – The Family Sunset Stroll is a shorter version of the Sunset Stroll and is offered from 4:30-6 p.m. at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. For families with young children, this naturalist guided boardwalk tour leads you into the swamp as our day draws to a close and the nocturnal creatures are beginning theirs. Watch the sunset from the observation tower. $35, $15 ages 5-16 and free for younger than 5. 375 Sanctuary Road W., Naples. 239-348-9151 or https:// corkscrew.audubon.org/events.

One Nighters – Try a new art technique from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita’s Center for Visual Arts. The project is Creative Collage. Build a collage using images provided or come with your own ideas. $70; includes all supplies and instructions and wine, pizza, salad, dessert and soft drinks. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org/ one-night-events/.

One Night Art -Try a new art technique from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita’s Center for Visual Arts. The project: Fluid Art Series: Flip Cup & Puddle Pour with mixed media artist Tammy DeCaro. $75; includes all supplies, a light dinner and drinks. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org/onenight events/.

Live Music – Wendy Renee performs from 6-9 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.thecenterbar.com.

At The Zig Zag Cayman performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007 or moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Live at Roy’s – Live in the Bar features music by Nikola Vukovic from 6:30-9 p.m. at Roy’s Restaurant at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26831 South Bay Drive, # 100, Bonita Springs. 239-498- 7697 or www.roysrestaurant.com.

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Prosecco & Petit Fours – The Marco Island Historical Museum invites guests to a Pre-Holiday Sale in the museum gift shop with complimentary Prosecco and Petit Fours during shopping hours. 180 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island. www.themihs.org or 239-389-6447.

Guided Tours – The Naples Historical Society’s Official Walking Tours of the Naples Historic District have resumed and are offered on select Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. provided a minimum of four guests are booked. The 90-minute docent led tours take guests through the residential neighborhood of beautifully maintained private historic homes, all of which embody unique stories of Naples’ past. Tours begin and end at Historic Palm Cottage at 137 12th Ave. S., Naples. $16 members; $22 non-members. Reservations required. 888-472-1895 or napleshistoricalsociety.org.

Learn Bridge – Bridge lessons are offered from 9:30 a.m.-noon Wednesdays at Elks Lodge No. 2010. No partner needed. 11250 Tamiami Trail E., Naples. Register at 239-775-8460 with Marcia.

Weekly Yoga Dance – Try Yoga Dance Flow, which combines gentle yoga poses and free flowing dance, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays outside at Shangri-la Springs. Program themes vary and are set to world music. Led by Jane Carroo. $20. 27750 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. www.thepeacefulpresence.com or 847-776-8717.

At Miromar – Rob Norum performs pop, rock and country hits from 4-7 p.m. near Saks Off Fifth at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948- 3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.

Ceramic decoration – A class in Decorating Tapas Trays is offered from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita’s Center for Visual Arts. This evening is designed for those who are For people more interested in the decorating part of the ceramic process. Turn a tray and saucer ready for glaze into art with new techniques like stencils, taping and liner pens. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. Free. Reservations required by email at [email protected].

At the Zig Zag – Soapy Tuna performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.

Bingo Night – The Cove Beer & Wine Bar at Paradise Coast Sports Complex has your favorite game on tap at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Cards are $10 cash. Food trucks on site. 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples. 239-252-4386 or playparadisecoast.com.

Live Music – Josh Rowand performs from 6-9 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.thecenterbar.com.

Holiday Performance – The Naples Brass performs a Christmas Celebration at 7 p.m. at North Naples Church, 6000 Goodlette Road, Naples. Free or $25 for reserved VIP seating at www.eventbrite.com.

Adrienne Iapalucci – Comedian Adrienne Iapalucci is on stage at 7 p.m. today and Nov. 30 at Off the Hook Comedy Club. $25; $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.

At The Stage – Fantastic Four Tribute Show featuring Bob Seger, Billy Joel, Lady Gaga and Cher starts at 7:30 p.m. at The Stage. Dinner seating from 5:30- 7 p.m. Reservations. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.

LOOKING AHEAD

World Celebration – The Healthy Earth Org presents the Third Annual Celebrations Around the World 2023 from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 30 at Shoppes at Vanderbilt Plaza. The event features live performances and music from around the world, snow flurry stations, a bounce house, free photos with Santa, a tree lighting ceremony, a giant Menorah, and a gingerbread man. Check out specials in local restaurants and food trucks. Free. 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, at the corner of Airport-Pulling Road, Naples. www.thehealthyearth.org.

Naples Centennial Gala takes place from 5-9 p.m. Nov. 30 at Eva Sudgen Gomez Center at Baker Park, 50 Riverside Circle, Naples. Dinner, dancing, live music, silent auction. Black tie optional. Individual tickets are $300. www.eventbrite.com.

Dominican Superstar – El Alfa: La Leyenda Del Dembow Tour comes to the Hertz Arena at 8 p.m. Nov. 30. The Dominican dembow superstar is touring the world in support of his studio albums “El Androide” (2020) and “Sabiduria” (2022). Tickets start at $44.99. Parking is $30 plus tax and fees, cashless. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. hertzarena.com/.

Lights, Santa, Action – Promenade’s Festival of Lights/Photos with Santa opens from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 1. Free pictures with jolly ole Saint Nick. Just bring a new unwrapped toy for Operation Santa, a partnership with the Children’s Network of Southwest Florida. Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 South Bay Drive, Bonita Springs. 239-949-1573 or www.PromenadeShops.com.

Walk and Shop – The Holiday Art Walk at Promenade begins from 5-8 p.m. Dec. 1 and noon-7 p.m. Dec. 2 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 3 and lines the walkways of the Promenade at Bonita Bay. Kick off your holiday shopping with unique gifts from a lovely setting. 26811 South Bay Drive, Bonita Springs. 239-949-1573 or www.PromenadeShops.com.

Centennial Concert Night with the Ben Allen Band takes place from 6-10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at Cambier Park. 755 8th St. S., Naples. Rock Republic opens. Local breweries fill the beer garden and local food trucks are onsite. General admission is free. VIP is sold out. www.eventbrite.com.

Jazz Bros – All About Jazz Friday features the Brubeck Brothers Quartet at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at Arts Bonita’s Performing Arts Center. When your father is jazz legend Dave Brubeck, music is always a part of your life. Brothers Chris and Dan Brubeck along with guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb perform. Tickets: $42 and $49. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Tickets: $45 artcenterbonita.org or 239-495-8989.

Joe Bonamassa – The Hertz Arena welcomes Joe Bonamassa to the stage at 8 p.m. Dec. 1. The guitar prodigy grew into one of the most recognizable blues-rock players on the scene. Tickets start at $63. Parking is $30 plus tax and fees, cashless. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. hertzarena.com/.

Family Day – Arts Bonita and Captains for Clean Water host a Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. -noon Dec. 2 at Arts Bonita’s Visual Arts Center. Games, activities and performances, 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org.

Centennial Cruise – Centennial Community Celebration takes place from noon-4 p.m. Dec. 2 in Cambier Park. Bounce houses, rock climbing wall, arts & crafts and games, vendors. Fireworks at 6 p.m. at Naples Beaches. 755 8th St S, Naples. Free. www.eventbrite.com.

Christmas Cottage – Christmas at Palm Cottage begins Dec. 2 and the cottage is especially beautiful at the holidays with period-relevant holiday decorations adorning Naples’ oldest house, built in 1895. Through Dec. 30, take a tour from at noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. $13. Reservations. Free evening visits from 4-7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. 239-261-8164 or fareharbor.com/ napleshistoricalsociety/items/22870/.

Holiday Happening – Collier County Snow Fest 2023 takes place from 4-8 p.m. Dec. 2 at Paradise Coast Sports Complex. A family-friendly snow event with six snow hills to slide down, four snow piles to play in, pictures with Santa, bounce houses, remote controlled cars, laser tag, face painting, kids games, live holiday music, food trucks, a vendor village, and a screening of the film “Polar Express” at 7:30 p.m. on the 40-foot Jumbotron. $5 in advance, $8 day of the event. $35 VIP tickets include a private section with cash bar, buffet style food and a SnowFest T-shirt). 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples. 239-252-4386 or playparadisecoast.com.

Water Watch – The Fireworks Cruise launching from historic Tin City aboard M/V Double Sunshine celebrates the City of Naples Centennial from the water beginning at 5:45 p.m. Dec. 2. A dessert buffet, scenic views on the water, entertaining narration, island beach music and the Centennial Celebration Fireworks Show. Cash bar. $100. Tin City is at 1200 Fifth Ave S., Naples. Private Charters are also available. Booking: http:// bit.ly/3Q0L4C7. For info on the Naples Centennial: www.naplescentennial.com/events.

Free Movie Night – “Movies In Paradise” returns to the Great Lawn at Paradise Coast Sports Complex at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 for a screening of “Polar Express.” BYO lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food trucks and a snack tent on site. 3940 City Gate Blvd N., Naples. playparadisecoast.com/ or 239-252-4386.

Legend on Stage – Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee welcomes legendary singer/songwriter Jose Feliciano at 8 p.m. Dec. 5. Advance tickets start at $65 and are available from Ticketmaster or at www.moreinparadise.com. Attendees must be 21. Parking is free. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. www.Ticketmaster.com or at www.moreinparadise.com.

Support the Opera – Opera Naples’ annual signature fundraiser, the Winter Dreams Gala, takes place at 6 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Royal Poinciana Golf Club. Acclaimed Spanish conductor and Opera Naples’ artistic director, Ramón Tebar, and Argentinian tenor Santiago Ballerini perform. Beloved operatic arias and timeless classics celebrating the legacy of the great Luciano Pavarotti are featured. 1600 Solana Road, Naples. Tickets are $500. 239-963-9050 or www.OperaNaples.org.

Traditional Holiday Stroll on Third — Traditional Holiday Stroll Third Street South Traditional Holiday Stroll will be held from 5-8 p.m. Thursday Dec. 7. We invite people to dress in festive attire and stroll along Third Street South, reveling in the holiday spirit with our Christmas Carolers and the sparkling lights and decorations, sipping on special gourmet Christmas Cocktails. Stores will be offering special services such as gift wrapping. 1300 Third Street South Naples. 239-6261-8936 or www.thirdstreetsouth.com.

Christmas Show – Tickets are on sale now for Marie Osmond performing her Orchestral Christmas Tour with special guest David Osmond at 8 p.m. Dec. 12 in Seminole Center at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. She’s been in the entertainment family business longer than most popular artists have been alive, as a singer, TV star, talk show host, dancer, actor, author and public speaker. See her live. Tickets start at $129. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. www.Ticketmaster.com or at www.moreinparadise.com.

Kai at Christmas – Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee welcomes Kai’s Christmas Gathering Event to the stage at 10 p.m. Dec. 23 in Seminole Center. Tickets start at $60. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. www.Ticketmaster.com or at www.moreinparadise.com.

ON DISPLAY

Outdoor Exhibit – The Día de los Muertos Grass Wall Outdoor Art Installation is open through Nov. 30 in the Art Center’s courtyard at Marco Island Center for the Arts. Marjorie Pesek of Marjorie Pesek Fine Art and kids in the free summer program worked to create multidimensional grass wall to celebrate the Day of the Dead. Free. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-254-2684 or https:// artisnaples.org/events/.

Christy Noonan – “Naples: Sense of Home” is on display through Dec. 1 at Naples Airport. Artwork was selected by juror Dr. Elizabeth Monti, a UAC panel, and a representative from Naples Airport. 160 Aviation Dr. N., Naples. https:// www.unitedartscollier.org/.

Legendary Photographer – “America’s Everglades: Through the Lens of Clyde Butcher” is on display through Jan. 2 at Arts Bonita’s Visual Arts Center’s Main Gallery. Butcher’s photography transcends political boundaries, challenging us to work together to protect natural places everywhere. Free. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org or 239-495-8989.

Art Institute – Victor Vasarely: “The Absolute Eye” is open at the Naples Art Institute through Jan. 28. Recognized as one of the most important artists of the 20th century, he is an acknowledged leader of the Op Art movement. The exhibition features more than 150 works, mostly serigraphs, lithographs, gouache paintings, and drawings. $15 non-members, $10 members. Docent-led tours are offered at noon Tuesday and 1 p.m. Friday. 585 Park St., Naples. 239-262- 6517 or www.naplesart.org/victor vasarely.

Annual Exhibit – The 2023 Natural Selections: Painting Annual Exhibition is on display through Feb. 2 at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. This juried exhibition in the art gallery showcases painted works that refl ect Florida’s flora and fauna and features Hispanic artists. 300 Tower Road, Naples. www.rookerybay.org.

Exhibit Open – “Out of the Sand: The Origins of Golf on Marco Island” is on display through March 2 at the Marco Island Historical Museum. The exhibit examines more than 50 years of Marco Island golf history through photos and objects from the MIHS collections and includes a three-hole “mini-course.” 180 S. Heathwood Dr., Marco Island. Free. 239-389-6447 or www.theMIHS.org.

Now Open – The annual Florida Contemporary 2023-2024 exhibition runs through June 30 at the Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. This annual exhibit presents a selection of notable visual artists practicing in Florida. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-254-2684 or https:// artisnaples.org/baker-museum. ¦