Jim Gaffigan brings The Fun Tour to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at 7 p.m. Sept. 23-24. $13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. — bbmannpah.com
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Hot tickets across the state
» An Evening With Judy Collins — Sept. 15, Plaza Live, Orlando. www.plazaliveorlando.org.
» The Fixx — Sept. 16, Bilheimer Capitol Theatre at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.
» Ringo Starr & All-Starr Band — Sept. 16, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater. www.rutheckerdhall.com.
» Judy Collins — Sept. 16, Florida Theatre, Jacksonville. www.floridatheatre.com.
» “The Alicia + Keys World Tour — Sept. 16, Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood. www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com.
» Collective Soul and Switchfoot — Sept. 17, Pompano Beach Amphitheatre, Pompano Beach. www.theamppompano.org.
» Ringo Starr — Sept. 17, Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood. www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com.
» Kevin Hart — Sept. 17-18, FTX Arena, Miami. www.ftxarena.com.
» Alicia Keys — Sept. 18, Hard Rock Event Center at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, Tampa. www.seminolehardrocktampa.com.
» Nas & Wu-Tang Clan — Sept. 20, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach. www.livenation.com.
» Wu-Tang Clan & Nas — Sept. 21, MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa. www.midflorida.com.
Driving Miss Daisy – In Connie Brown Hall at the Tribby Arts Center 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 Sept. 16-Oct. 9, with a half-price preview night at 8 p.m. Sept. 15. On Sept. 17, teens get free tickets and a meet and greet with the cast (reservations needed). There is a Sept. 25 Community Talkback following the show. $30 adults; $15 students. 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers. 239-218-0481 or http:// www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com.
The New Works Festival – By Gulfshore Playhouse at The Norris Center Sept. 15-18. The annual event brings together playwrights, actors, and directors to workshop never-before-produced plays. This year’s plays are “The Refugees” by Brent Askari; “A Danger to Yourself and Others” by Colette Mazunik; “Remember” by Jeffrey Binder; and “James of Nazareth” by Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend. Ticket prices vary. 755 8th Ave. S., Naples. 239-261-7529 or www.gulfshoreplayhouse.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 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.
Art & Poetry – Gulf Coast Leisure hosts an Art & Poetry Networking Event at 8 p.m. at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. Mixed media artists, music, spoken word and vendors are highlighted each month. Cocktails start at 7:30 p.m. $10. 2301 First St. 239-333-1933 or www.sbdac.com.
At The Ranch – Muscadine Bloodline, the country duo of Alabama natives Charlie Muncaster and Gary Stanton, performs at 8 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon. Doors open at 7 p.m. $22-$55. 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-985-9839 or www.theranchfortmyers.com.
Mighty Mussels – The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels play League Championship Series Game 2 against TBA at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $11. 14100 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy., Fort Myers. www.milb.com/fort-myers/schedule.
Concert Series – The Gulf Coast Town Center Concert Series runs from 7-9 p.m. on Thursdays in the courtyard near the playground. Tonight The Troublemakers perform hits through the decades. Bring chairs for seating; no coolers allowed. 10021 Gulf Center Dr., Fort Myers. www.GulfCoastTownCenter.com.
At The Stage – The Stage presents a Neil Diamond Tribute Show at 7:30 p.m. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-405-8566 or www.stagebonita.com.
At Mercato – Mercato hosts Rock the Block from 6-9 p.m. The event features live music by Soapy Tuna, an outdoor bar by SNIP Collier, a Kid Zone and more. Free admission. 9132 Strada Place, Naples. 239-254-1080 or www.mercatoshops.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 – Comedians Eric Grady and Carmen Vallone perform tonight through Saturday at the Laugh In Comedy Café. Show times vary. $11 general admission; $16 VIP. 8595 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-479-LAFF or www.laughincomedycafe.com.
Live Music – The South Shore Band 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 Jon Reep performs tonight through Sunday at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. $25 general admission; $35 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.
Music Event – Fort Myers Music Walk runs from 6-10 p.m. in the historic downtown Fort Myers River District. On the third Friday of each month, local and regional musicians line the streets to play everything from jazz and blues to rock and roll. 239-313-5129, events@rdafortmyers.com or
Songwriter Event – The annual Island Hopper Songwriter Fest runs today through Sept. 25 at various locations in Lee County. IslandHopperFest.com.
Memorial Event – The Bonita Springs YMCA holds its fifth annual Hank Hochstetler Memorial Golf Tournament at 8:30 a.m. at the Vasari Country Club. The event is a scramble format with a shotgun start. Proceeds support the YMCA’s Children and Families Scholarship Program. The event includes an awards luncheon, contest, raffles, prizes and more. 11250 Via Del Vasari Dr., Bonita Springs. https:// www.ymcaswfl.org/events/hank-hochstetler memorial-golf-tournament, 239- 221-7560 or acerritos@ymcaswfl.org.
Seashell Walk – Lovers Key State Park hosts a Seashell Walk at 10:30 a.m. Join a park ranger for a relaxing walk along the shoreline. Free with paid park entry; reservations are required: www.LoversKey.Eventbrite.com. 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach.
Live Music – Sol Real 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 – Streetlight 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 a Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute show band at 7:30 p.m. 9144 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-405- 8566 or www.stagebonita.com.
At Miromar – Tommie D & Dee perform oldies 4-7 p.m. near Saks OFF 5th at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Colombian Singer – The Camillo North American Tour comes to Hertz Arena at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $61.75; parking is $25. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. hertzarena.com.
Coastal Clean-Up – The city of Bonita Springs partners with Keep Lee County Beautiful to host Coastal Clean-up Day from 9 a.m.-noon at Lovers Key State Park. Volunteers should meet at the event lot across from the park to park, register/ check in and collect needed equipment. Gloves and bags are provided by the city. 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. To pre-register: www.signupgenius.com/go/805094aaaaa2ca4f49-20224. For details: www.cityofbonitasprings.org or 239-949-6262.
At The Ranch – The Daughtry Dearly Beloved Tour, with special guest Pop + Evil, performs at 8 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $39.50. 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-985-9839 or www.theranchfortmyers.com.
Latin Festival – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the Ave Maria Town Center from 3–8 p.m. Live music, entertainment, Salsa dancing, family-friendly activities, shopping incentives, ethnic cuisine, drink specials and a 4:30 p.m. golf cart parade in the Town Center. www.avemaria.com.
Benefit Tourney – The Collier County Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame hosts the second annual Scholarship Fund Golf tournament at 1 p.m. at Tiburon Golf Club’s Gold Course. The event includes a hole-in-one car opportunity, awards, gifts, raffles, games and a 50/50. $200 for single golfers; $750 for a foursome. colliernff.hometownticketing.com/embed/all.
Wet Walks – The Friends of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve host Wet Walks at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. today, as well as Oct. 1, 8, 15, 19, 22 and 29. The walks are led by trained guides through a trail that is usually closed to the public. Water levels may reach chest high. $15 for members; $25 non-members. For reservations: sloughfriendswetwalks@yahoo.com. 7751 Penzance Road, Fort Myers. www.leeparks.org or 239-533-7275.
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 – Dale 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.
At Mercato – Mercato presents live music by Mathew Glarum from 6-8 p.m. under the banyan tree near Bravo Italian Kitchen. Free admission. 9132 Strada Place, Naples. 239-254-1080 or www.mercatoshops.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.
Live Music – Kenny Giorano performs song that span the decades from 4-7 p.m. near Ford’s Garage at Miromar Outlets. Saxophonist Vic Guittard performs from 4-7 p.m. in the Restaurant Piazza. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. www.miromaroutlets.com.
Cool Cars – Cars and Coffee 239 runs from 9-11 a.m. at Mercato. The event includes live music by Mattie Jollie and coffee from Narrative Coffee Roasters. Youth Haven is the featured nonprofit; donations welcome. Show cars may arrive at 8:30; minimum $20 donation for lawn parking. The featured cars of the month are from the Royalty Club Lowriders. Spectators should use the parking garage. 9118 Strada Place, Naples. carsandcoffee239.com/ or Info@ CarsandCoffee239.com.
Live Music – New York Rhythm 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/ parks-and-trails/koreshan-state-park or 239-992-0311.
At Miromar – Betto performs Latin beats from 1-4 p.m. near Ford’s Garage at Miromar Outlets. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Wind Orchestra – The FGCU Wind Orchestra 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.
Dance Class – Adult Tap Dancing classes are offered at Études de Ballet on Mondays, 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 “Macbeth” (2015) 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.
One-Man Show – Yard Dog Charlie performs at 6 p.m. at Bimini Bait Shack. 17501 Harbour Pointe Dr., Fort Myers. 230-360-2248 or www.biminibaitshack.com.
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.
Fishing Clinic – Lovers Key State Park hosts a Fishing Clinic at 10 a.m. Join two park naturalists to learn more about fishing in SWFL, including tackle, fresh bait rigs, rules and more Free with paid park entry; reservations required: www.LoversKey.Eventbrite.com. 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach.
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.
Movies on the Lawn – Mercato presents the film “Spiderman; No Way Home” at 8:15 p.m. on the lawn. 9132 Strada Place, Naples. 239-254-1080 or www.mercatoshops.com/events/.
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.
Guided Trip – Gaea Guides offers an Estuary Kayak Tour in Estero Bay from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday. Tour the area with a Florida Master Naturalist to see mangroves, birds, dolphins, manatees and other critters. $50 per person; includes all equipment. For reservations: 239-694-5513 or www.GAEAGuides.com.
At the Zig Zag – The Fusion Band performs from 6-10 p.m. tonight and Wednesday at the Zig Zag Lounge at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. 506 South 1st St., Immokalee. 800-218-0007, moreinparadise.com or facebook.com/ SeminoleCasinoHotel/.
Spooky Folklore – Ghostly Folklore and the Arts, with folklorist and author Christopher Balzano, starts at 7 p.m. at the. Alliance of the Arts. The program includes an interactive trip down the digital rabbit hole where participants learn about and participate in some spooky local ghost stories. $10. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939- 2787 or www.artinlee.org.
Film Classic – Opera Naples hosts a summer film series of classic European operas, HD at Opera Naples, at 3 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month through Oct. 19 at the Wang Opera Center. Today’s film is “Der Rosenkavalier” (Festspielhaus Baden-Baden) with soprano Renée Fleming. $22 adults; $10 students. 2408 Linwood Ave., Naples. 239-963-9050 or OperaNaples.org.
Tortoise Program – Lovers Key State Park presents “Great Gopher Tortoises” at 10:30 a.m. Join a park ranger to learn about these fascinating creatures that live in the park. Free with paid park entry; reservations are required: www.LoversKey.Eventbrite.com. 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach.
Chess Group – Paradise Chess Club meets from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesdays at Z’s Music & Kitchen for casual, friendly chess. All levels are welcome; Some boards and pieces are provided or bring your own. C12655 Tamiami Trail East, Naples. Www.paradiseChessClub.com or 954-918-2302.
At the Zig Zag – Tat-2 Trio 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.
Comedy Show – Snappers’ Laugh-In Line Up, showcasing the area’s hottest comedians, starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Off The Hook Comedy Club. $11 general admission; $16 VIP. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.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.
Rock On – Earth, Wind and Fire performs live in concert at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. $85.54-$202.69. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Funny Guy – Jim Gaffigan brings The Fun Tour to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at 7 p.m. Sept. 23-24. $43.20-$240.23. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
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,” a new exhibit that 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. Admission is $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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