Luke Bryan performs in concert at 7 p.m. Sept. 29 at Hertz Arena. — hertzarena.com
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Hot tickets across the state
» Green Day — Sept. 22, Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood. www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com.
» Karol G — Sept. 22-23, FTX Arena, Miami. www.ftxarena.com.
» LIZZO The Special Tour — Sept. 23, FLA Live Arena formerly the BB&T Center, Sunrise. www.flalivearena.com.
» Lizzo — Sept. 24, Amalie Arena, Tampa. www.amaliearena.com.
» My Chemical Romance — Sept. 24, FLA Live Arena formerly the BB&T Center, Sunrise. www.flalivearena.com.
» Ambrose Akinsusire — Sept. 24, Broward Center, Fort Lauderdale. www.browardcenter.org.
» Florence + The Machine — Sept. 24, FTX Arena, Miami. www.ftxarena.com.
» Karol G — Sept. 26, Amalie Arena, Tampa. www.amaliearena.com/.
» Spyro Gyra — Sept. 29, Broward Center, Fort Lauderdale. www.browardcenter.org.
Blithe Spirit – By The Naples Players Sept. 28-Oct. 23 in Blackburn Hall. A Red Carpet event open to the public is set for 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 28 and features local vendors, food, drinks and live music from the band Chariot. Show times vary. $47. 701 Fifth Ave. S., Naples. 239-263-7990 or naplesplayers.org.
WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO
Driving Miss Daisy – In Connie Brown Hall at the Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. $55. 17281 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-225-2916 or TribbyArtsCenter.com
The Play That Goes Wrong – By The Laboratory Theater of Florida through Oct. 9. There is a Sept. 25 Community Talkback following the show. $30 adults; $15 students. 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers. 239-218-0481 or www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com.
Beer for Breakfast – By The Studio Players on select dates Sept. 28-Oct. 9 at the Golden Gate Community Center’s Joan Jenks Auditorium. Show times vary. $30 adults; $15 youth. 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples. www.thestudioplayers.org or 239-398-9192.
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill – By Florida Repertory Theatre Sept. 23-Oct. 30, with a preview Sept. 22, in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. $39 previews; $63 regular. 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239- 332-4488 or www.floridarep.org.
Broadway Palm Thru The Decades – At Broadway Palm Theatre through Oct. 1. Show times and ticket prices vary. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or https:// broadwaypalm.com.
Not Now, Darling – At Off Broadway Palm Theatre Sept. 22-Nov. 5. Show times and ticket prices vary. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or broadwaypalm.com.
Concert Series – As part of its Summer/ Fall Concert Series, Shell Point Retirement Community presents the Sanibel Duo, featuring violinist Renata Arado and pianist Erik Entwistle at 7 p.m. in Connie Brown Hall at the Tribby Arts Center. $40. 17281 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-225- 2916 or TribbyArtsCenter.com
Symphonic Band – The FGCU Symphonic Band performs at 7:30 p.m. at the U. Tobe Recital Hall in the Music Building. Free and open to the public. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. www.fgcu.edu/bsma, 239-745-4268 or jhoch@fgcu.edu.
Rock On – Earth, Wind and Fire performs live in concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. $85.54- $202.69. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Concert Series – The Gulf Coast Town Center Concert Series runs from 7-9 p.m. on Thursdays in the courtyard near the playground. Tonight’s show is by Taylor Rea, performing a blend of country, folk and modern music. Bring chairs for seating; no coolers allowed. 10021 Gulf Center Dr., Fort Myers. www.GulfCoast- TownCenter.com.
At The Stage – The Stage presents an Elton John Tribute Show with special guest Barry Manilow at 7:30 p.m. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239- 405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.
Beach Yoga – A free community yoga class with Bobbie Lee Davenport starts at 8:15 a.m. on Thursdays at Wiggins Pass State Park in Lot #1. The multilevel class is suitable for all levels. A $4 park fee applies; annual park passes are $65. 239-777-0186 or bobbieleedavenport@gmail.com.
Funny Guy – Comedian Mike Herlihy performs tonight through Saturday at the Laugh In Comedy Café. Show times vary. $16 general admission; $21 VIP. 8595 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-479-LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.
Live Music – Fire & Ice 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.
Comedy Show – Comedian Heather Land performs at 7 p.m. at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. $25 general admission; $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Funny Guy – Jim Gaffigan brings The Fun Tour to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at 7 p.m. today and Saturday. $43.20-$240.23. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Live Music – CJ Mathew performs from 7-10 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. Free. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. www.thecenterbar.com.
At the Zig Zag – Electric Xperience performs from 8 p.m.-midnight tonight and Saturday at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
At The Stage – The Stage presents an AC/DC & Led Zepplin Tribute Show Band at 7:30 p.m. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.
Comedy Show – Not Your Girls Next Door take the stage at 9:30 p.m. at the Laugh In Comedy Café. $16 general admission; $21 VIP. 8595 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-479-LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.
Funny Guy – Comedian Matt Rife performs tonight through Sunday at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. Show times vary. $25 general admission; $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
At Miromar – The Gallo Girls perform tunes from the 1950s to now from 4-7 p.m. near Oakley Vault at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948- 3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Free Admission – In honor of National Estuaries Day, Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts a celebration from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with special activities for all ages at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. Activities include mini-guided boat tours (registration required), kids crafts, food trucks, live music, a “What’s Under the Microscope” Lab for all ages, a fishing clinic, scavenger hunt and more. 300 Tower Road, Naples. 239-530-5959 or www.rookerybay.org.
Public Lands – The 29th annual National Public Lands Day takes place throughout the U.S., with volunteers sought for a landscaping project at the Welcome and Discovery Center at Lovers Key State Park. From 9 a.m.-noon, volunteers help with weed removal, trimming, weed barrier installation, mulching and more. Volunteers must wear closed toe shoes. Refillable water bottles, sunscreen, hats, gloves and bug repellent are recommended. Park entrance fee is waived for volunteers. 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. Pre-registration required: www.LoversKey.Eventbrite.com.
Artisan Market – Mercato hosts a Hand & Harvest Artisan Market from noon-8 p.m. across from Zi Gallerie and Tommy Bahama. The event features handmade creations by 25+ local artisans with a focus on baked goods, empanadas, functional art, candles, ceramics, apparel, pet accessories, home décor and more. There’s also live music by Claire Liparulo. The Bubbles Bar benefits Empty Bowls Naples, a nonprofit that raises funds to fight hunger. 9132 Strada Place, Naples. 239-254-1080 or www.mercatoshops.com.
Americana Music – The Americana Community Music Association hosts American folk musician Jon Shain in concert, with Mike McMillan opening, at 7 p.m. at All Faiths Unitarian Congregation. $12 members; $18 non-members. 2765 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-691-4069 or www.americanacma.org.
At The Ranch – Trey Lewis performs at 9 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $20.77. 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-985-9839 or www.theranchfortmyers.com.
Vets Group – Gulf Coast Veterans & Friends, veterans from World War II, Korea and Vietnam, meet for coffee, doughnuts, fellowship and stories at 9:30 a.m. every Saturday at the Fleischmann Park Community Center. 1600 Fleischmann Blvd., Naples, 239-289-6952 or info@gulfcoastvf.org.
Live Music – Wendy Renee performs from 7-10 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. Free. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. www.promenadeshops.com.
Miromar Market – The Farmers Market at Miromar Outlets runs from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturdays. The market features produce, honey, fresh-cut flowers, olive oils, healthy cleaning products, local fresh seafood and smoked fish dips, handcrafted soaps and jewelry, crafts, jewelry and more. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. www.41markets.com.
Naples Market – The Third Street Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 7:30-11:30 a.m. in downtown Naples. The market features fresh produce, flowers, pasta, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, jams and more. www.thirdstreetsouth.com.
At The Stage – The Stage presents a Jersey Boyz Tribute Show at 7:30 p.m. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239- 405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.
Live Music – MYKÄL performs songs that span the decades from 4-7 p.m. near Ford’s Garage at Miromar Outlets. Jimmy K. performs soft rock from 4-7 p.m. in the Restaurant Piazza. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. www.miromaroutlets.com.
Live Auditions – The second annual Rock the Stage music competition hosts auditions from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Sunday through Oct. 30 at School of Rock. Divisions are under 18 and 18 and over. The music competition welcomes auditions by singers, groups, bands, instrumentalists, choirs and more performing covers or original music. 6900 Daniels Pkwy., C15, Fort Myers. To schedule an audition: rockthestageswfl.com or 239-932-7625. Video submissions accepted at rockthestage2021@gmail.com.
Peace Day – The 15th annual SW Florida Peace Day in the Park, in honor of International Day of Peace, runs from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Wa-Ke-Hatchee Park. The event includes live music, vendors, food, kids activities, dancers, demos and more. Free admission. 16760 Bass Road, Fort Myers. 239-560-5224 or www.peaceday-in-thepark.com/.
Jazz Tunes – The FGCU Jazz Ensemble performs at 7:30 p.m. at the U. Tobe Recital Hall in the Music Building. Free and open to the public. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. www.fgcu.edu/bsma, 239- 745-4268 or jhoch@fgcu.edu.
Live Music – Dale performs from 5-8 p.m. at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs. Free. www.promenadeshops.com.
Estero Market – The Koreshan State Park Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sundays. Free with park admission of $5 per vehicle. 3800 Corkscrew Road, Estero. www.floridastateparks.org/parksand trails/koreshan-state-park or 239-992- 0311.
At Miromar – Gregory Griffith performs timeless tunes from 1-4 p.m. in the Restaurant Piazza at Miromar Outlets. The Jersey Beat performs the best of the 1950s-‘70s from 3-6 p. m. near Ford’s Garage. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Dance Class – Adult Tap Dancing classes are offered at Études de Ballet on Mondays during September, with beginner classes at 9:30 a.m. and intermediate classes at 10:30 a.m. Advanced beginner classes are at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday and intermediate advanced classes start at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. $15 per class; to register; text 239-404-4441. 3285 Pine Ridge Road, Naples. edbnaples.com/.
Film Series – The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs Films for Film Lovers series screens “The Phantom of the Open” (2021) at 7 p.m. at the Center for Performing Arts Moe Auditorium & Film Center. Refreshments are available and a discussion follows. $10. 10150 Bonita Beach Road. 239-495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org.
Swapping Tales – VFW Post 7721 hosts Operation Chewing the Fat every week day (Monday-Friday) from 10 a.m.- noon at the Post. The event includes coffee and sweets, with participants sharing “war stories and a bunch of lies.” 1313 Collier Blvd., Naples. 239-455-7721 or post7721@ VFWFL.org.
Singles Group – The Sunshine Sr. Singles Social Group meets every Tuesday for Happy Hour from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Shoeless Joe’s in the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Open to anyone over 60, the group enjoys a variety of social activities. New members are welcome. 13051 Bell Tower Dr., Fort Myers. 239-985-0188.
Historical Site – Mound House is open to visitors, with Calusa shell mound tours, guided beach walks at Newton Beach Park, kayak tours and more. Explore the historic home, see exhibitions and wander the scenic grounds. Mound House is open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $10 for ages 13 and up; $8 for students with IDs; $5 ages 6-12; and free for 5 and under. 451 Connecticut Street, Fort Myers Beach. www.moundhouse.org or 239-765-0865.
At the Zig Zag – Wonderama performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
Comedy Show – Comedian Brandon Jackson performs at 7 p.m. tonight and Wednesday at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. $25 general admission; $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Dolphin Program – Lovers Key State Park presents “Delightful Dolphins” at 10:30 a.m. Join a park ranger to learn about these fascinating creatures. Free with paid park entry; reservations are required: www.LoversKey.Eventbrite.com. 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach.
Dinner Show – DeRomo’s hosts Dinner and a Comedy Show, featuring Frank Del Pizzo, at 7:30 p.m. in the La Fontana Banquet Room. The event includes hors d’oeuvres, a buffet dinner, dessert, and beer, wine, soft drinks and coffee. The cost is $100 per person plus tax and gratuity. Future shows are set for Oct. 26 and Nov. 30. 26811 S. Bay Dr., Suites 140 & 148, Bonita Springs; 239-325-3583; https:// www.deromos.com/.
Chess Group – Paradise Chess Club meets from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesdays at Z’s Music & Kitchen. All levels are welcome; Some boards are provided or bring your own. C12655 Tamiami Trail East, Naples. www.paradiseChessClub.com or 954-918-2302.
At the Zig Zag – The Hip Squad performs from 6-10 p.m. at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
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.promenadeshops.com.
Walking Tours – Guided Walking Tours of the Naples Historic District start at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays. The two-hour tours offer visitors a glimpse of early Neapolitan life. Tours start with a 30-minute tour of Historic Palm Cottage. $22 general admission; $16 for Naples Historical Society members. Reservations are required: www.NaplesHistoricalSociety.org.
Comedy Show – Comedians R.C. Smith, Aniria Turney and Johnny C. perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Laugh In Comedy Café. $11 general admission; $16 VIP. 8595 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-479-LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.
Country Star – Luke Bryan in concert at 7 p.m. Sept. 29 at Hertz Arena. Tickets start at $49.75; parking is $30. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. hertzarena.com.
Pet Party – Golden Retriever Rescue of SWFL hosts GoldenFest XII from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Shell Factory & Nature Park. Open to well-behaved leashed dogs of all breeds, the event includes vendors, a huge raffle, pet-related demos ranging from agility and flyball to obedience and rally, plus live music and tasty fare. 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers. www.grrswf.org, info@grrswf.org or 239- 369-0415.
Songwriter Event – The annual Island Hopper Songwriter Fest runs through Sept. 25 at various locations in Lee County. IslandHopperFest.com.
FGCU Exhibit – The FGCU Art Faculty Exhibition runs through Sept. 29 in the Wasmer Art Gallery. The exhibition is free Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239- 590-7199 or fgcu.edu/artgalleries.
Traveling Exhibit – The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs welcomes the traveling exhibition “Nature’s Blueprints: Biomimicry in Art and Design” through Oct. 20, with free family activities from 10-11:30 a.m. on Oct. 1 at the Center for Visual Arts. The exhibit brings together art and design with environmental science using artifacts, artworks, photography, films and interactive learning stations. Gallery hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org.
New Exhibit – “The Artist’s Hand,” exhibit brings together a curated selection of work by 70 artists in different media from The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation, runs through Oct. 30 at Naples Art. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. $15 for adults; $10 for members; $10 for students; and free for ages 18 and under. 585 Park St., Naples. www.NaplesArt.org or 239-262-6517.
Book Fair – Calling all published Collier County authors: It’s time to apply for a table at the Friends of the Library Local Author Book Fair to be held from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Nov. 1 at the South Regional Library. Applications must be received by Aug. 31 to be eligible for acceptance. 806 Lely Cultural Pkwy., Naples. www.friends-collier.org.
Group Show – The “Gallery Group Show,” featuring recent work from resident artists in watercolor, pastel, collage, ceramics, contemporary sculpture and fiber, runs through Nov. 1 at NAPLES ART STUDIOS in North Line Plaza. Free admission. 2172 J & C Blvd., Naples. 239-821-1061, info@naplesart.studio or naplesart.studio.
Art Exhibit – The Friends of Rookery Bay presents “The Land They Love: Rookery Bay Reserve Staff and Volunteer Art Show” through Oct. 28 in the art gallery at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. Most artwork is for sale. The center is open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday Saturday. 300 Tower Road, Naples. rookerybay.org or 239-530-5972.
Art Show – The Summer Show runs through Oct. 14 at the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. Free admission during gallery hours Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon in Studio 1 and 2. 3030 Shell Mound Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. 239-463-3909 or fortmyersbeachart.com/shows/main-gallery/. ¦
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