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SEPTEMBER 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Arts

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ON THE COVER

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ONLINE THIS MONTH AT NEAFAMILY.COM

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FROM THE PUBLISHER

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REEL LIFE WITH JANE Family Movie Reviews

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COLLIER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS NEWS

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COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD NEWS

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CITY CONNECTION City of Naples Parks Department News and Events

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

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CENTERFOLD CALENDAR

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SEPTEMBER EVENTS

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12 Tracking the Local Loggerhead. Loggerhead turtle hatchlings are leaving their nest on Collier beaches for the Gulf. Here’s what you need to know about protecting them. by Andrea Breznay

on the cover…

14 Grandparent’s Day is September 13. Preparing your child to visit a grandparent or greatgrandparent in a nursing home. Plus, tips on celebrating your grandparents. by Ruth Hanley 16 Teaching Children Household Responsibility. Offer your children opportunities to help around the house and teach basic skills, responsibility and discipline. by Kimberly Blaker 18 9 Natural Ways to Boost Your Child’s Immune System. With the start of cold and flu season, these common sense reminders wll help you keep your kids healthy. by Christa Melnyk Hines

Addison Fox is six years old and attends Lake Park Elementary. She is big sister to 4-year old Brooklyn. Her father Brent is the owner of Gutters Unlimited Plus and her mother Jennifer, a Naples native, is the Parks and Recreation Manager for the City of Naples.

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38 Dancing Towards a Career. Five young Naples residents aim for a career in dance. by Anna Futrell 42 The Arts Directory. Neapolitan Family advertisers in the arts offer art, dance, music and theatre classes for children and adults.

44 Try Your Hand at Pottery. Creativity isn’t just for your kids, adults might enjoy giving pottery a try.

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P.O. Box 110656 Naples, FL 34108 (239) 514-0338 Phone (239) 514-0339 Fax info@neafamily.com Publisher Andrea Breznay andrea@neafamily.com Assistant Publisher Stacy Nicolau snicolau@neafamily.com Copy Editor Leigh Ann Newman Cover Photographer Peggy Farren Contributing Graphic Designer Janine Vitanza Editorial Submissions are welcome. We reserve the right to edit, reject or comment editorially on all material contributed. We cannot be responsible for return of any unsolicited materials.

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THIS MONTH: Back to School

Most evenings I walk on the beach for an hour or so either alone or with a friend. It’s great exercise, it gets me outdoors and I enjoy the beautiful Naples sunset. I’ve always noticed the turtle stakes and signs but hadn’t given it much thought beyond wondering when the eggs hatched and the turtles went into the gulf. On a warm night in August I was at Wiggins Pass a little later than usual. The sky was that beautiful dusty blue that you see when the sun has almost gotten to the horizon and I was walking back along the beach to my car. Something caught my eye on the sand and I stopped, thinking at first that it was a crab scurrying along. My eyes adjusted to the light and I realized that sea turtle hatchlings were leaving a nest and heading to the water. I stood as still as a statue, shocked. I finally regained my sense enough to pull out my phone and start my camera rolling to capture one hatchling as he made his way to the water. I was mesmerized by nature unfolding in front of me and watched as 10-12 hatchlings left their nest and all safely made it to the water.

If you’ve never been lucky enough to see turtles hatching, head to our website at neafamily.com to see the video. It really is amazing to watch! You’ll also want to read the article on pages 12-13 for information on the loggerhead and do’s and don’ts if you encounter hatchlings on the beach.

Most of this issue is devoted to the arts. We recognize how very important art, dance, music and theatre is in the development of well rounded children and we’re lucky to have a lot of excellent organizations and businesses offering classes for children locally. Check out our list on pages 42-43 for suggestions.

Anna Futrell talked with 5 young Naples dancers who are all interested in making dance their career. Her profiles appear on pages 38-40. These dedicated young women are an inspiration as they work toward their future plans.

If mom and dad are interested in getting creative, might we suggest pottery?

It’s a rewarding hobby that is also incredibly relaxing. See our article on pages 44-45 for more information and then check out the side bar for suggestions on where you can get lessons locally.

Have a wonderful–and artistic!–September.

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REEL LIFE WITH JANE

By Jane Louise Boursaw

Family Movie & DVD Reviews N

ew movies this month include the inspirational “90 Minutes in Heaven,” a thrilling trip to “Everest,” new installments of the “Hotel Transylvania” and “Maze Runner” franchises and lots more. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD and Blu-ray this month. Note that release dates are subject to change. ing a treacherous attempt to reach the summit of the world’s highest mountain, “Everest” documents the journey of two different expeditions challenged beyond their limits by one of the fiercest snowstorms in history. Their mettle tested by the harsh elements, the climbers face impossible obstacles as a lifelong obsession becomes a breathtaking struggle for survival. Directed

by Baltasar Kormakur, this movie features an all-star cast, including Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, John Hawkes, Robin Wright, Jake Gyllenhaal, Keira Knightley and Sam Worthington.

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90 MINUTES IN HEAVEN PG-13 for intense accident and injury images In Theaters 9/11 • Ok for Kids 12+ Giving Films • Reel Preview: 3.5 of 5 Reels

Based on the New York Times bestseller, this movie follows the life of Don Piper (Hayden Christensen), who died Jan. 18, 1989 when a semi-tractor truck crushed his car. Declared dead by the first rescue workers to arrive on the scene, Don’s body lay under a tarp for the next 90 minutes.

His soul, meanwhile, was experiencing love and joy like he’d never known before - in Heaven. When a pastor’s prayer helps bring Don back to life, he becomes a living miracle, but also experiences pain and emotional turmoil. With the support and prayers of his beloved Eva (Kate Bosworth), their three kids and friends near and far, Don clings to his faith in God and fights to regain a semblance of his previous life.

EVEREST PG-13 for intense peril and disturbing images In Theaters 9/18 (2D, 3D, IMAX 3D) Ok for Kids 13+ Reel Preview: 4.5 of 5 Reels

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PG-13 for some suggestive content and brief strong language • In Theaters 9/25 Ok for Kids 13+ • Warner Bros.

Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels

In this cute comedy from director Nancy Meyers -- a favorite of mine who also helmed “It’s Complicated” and “Something’s Gotta Give” -- Robert De Niro plays Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower who’s discovered that retirement isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway).

This movie also stars Anders Holm, Rene Russo, Nat Wolff and Linda Lavin.

MAZE RUNNER: THE SCORCH TRIALS Not yet rated; likely PG-13 In Theaters 9/18 (2D, 3D, IMAX 3D Ok for Kids 12+ • Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels

This sequel to the 2014 hit movie follows Thomas (Dylan O’Brien) and his fellow Gladers as they face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious and powerful organization known as WCKD. Their journey takes them to the Scorch, a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Teaming up with resistance fighters, the Gladers take on WCKD’s vastly superior forces and uncover its shocking plans for them all. Directed by Wes Ball (who also helmed the first movie), this movie is based on the book by James Dashner and also stars Patricia Clarkson, Giancarlo Esposito, Will Poulter, Kaya Scodelario and Aidan Gillen.

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 Not yet rated; likely PG • In Theaters 9/25 Ok for Kids 6+ • Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels

The Drac pack is back for an all-new monster comedy adventure! Everything is changing at Hotel Transylvania. Dracula’s rigid monster-only hotel policy has finally relaxed, opening its doors to human guests. But behind closed coffins, Drac is worried that his adorable half-human, half-vampire grandson, Dennis, isn’t showing signs of being a vampire. So while Mavis is busy visiting her human in-laws with Johnny – and in for a major cultural shock of her own – “Vampa” Drac enlists his friends Frank, Murray, Wayne and Griffin to put Dennis through a “monster-in-training” boot camp. But little do they know that Drac’s grumpy and old-school dad is about to pay a visit to the hotel. Directed by Genndy Tartakovsky (who also directed the first movie), this cute family film features the voice talent of Mel NEAPOLITANfamily • September 2015

ALPHA & OMEGA: THE LEGEND OF THE SAW TOOTH CAVE

Brooks, Adam Sandler, David Spade, Steve Buscemi and Selena Gomez.

THE WALK PG for thematic elements involving perilous situations, and for some nudity, language, brief drug references and smoking In Theaters 9/30 (2D, IMAX 3D) Ok for Kids 11+ Reel Preview: 4.5 of 5 Reels

Twelve people have walked on the moon, but only one man has ever walked the immense void between the World Trade Center towers. Guided by his real-life mentor, Papa Rudy (Ben Kingsley), and aided by an unlikely band of international recruits, Philippe Petit (Joseph GordonLevitt) and his crew overcome long odds, betrayals, dissension and countless close calls to conceive and execute their mad plan. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, this thrilling movie also stars James Badge Dale and Charlotte Le Bon. NEW ON DVD/BLU-RAY: 20 HALLOWEEN STORIES: SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES CLASSIC COLLECTION Not Rated • On DVD 9/1 • Ok for Kids 4+ Reel Review: 4 of 5 Reels

This wonderful collection of spooky tales and silly stories, faithfully adapted from classic books, is the perfect way to get kids reading.

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Not Rated • Release Date 9/1 Ok for Kids 5+ • Reel Review: 3.5 of 5 Reels

The Alphas and Omegas share a thrilling adventure filled with suspense, humor and heartwarming moments after Runt - Kate and Humphrey’s Omega wolf cub - sneaks off to explore the haunted Saw Tooth Cave.

When Runt finds a wolf who’s been driven from her pack for being different, he musters all his courage to help her - and learns the joys of lending a paw to a friend in need.

A great way to chat with kids about accepting and embracing each others’ differences.

SCOOBY-DOO: GOBLIN KING/ ABRACADABRA-DOO Not Rated • On DVD 9/1 • Ok for Kids 5+ Reel Review: 3.5 of 5 Reels

Scooby-Doo and the gang keep rolling along year after year - thank goodness! This 2-movie set includes “Goblin King,” in which our heroes board the Grim Reaper Railroad bound for the fantastic world of Halloween Land to retrieve the powerful Goblin Scepter from the Goblin King before the villainous Krudsky can. Along the way, the Mystery Inc. crew encounters the Headless Horseman, the helpful Jack O’Lantern and a frisky broomstick that takes them on the ride of their afterlife.

In”Abracadabra-Doo,” a secluded school for magicians faces danger from a fantastical flying creature outside and sinister forces inside. Can Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Daphne, Fred and Velma learn enough tricks of the trade to uncover the secrets that will save the school? We all know the answer, but it’s a hauntingly fun ride getting there.

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YU-GI-OH! 5DS SEASON 2 Not Rated • On DVD 9/8 • Ok for Kids 8+ Reel Review: 4 of 5 Reels

This 8-DVD set includes all 38 episodes of season two of the popular “Yu-Gi-Oh! 5DS” series. With the defeat of Director Goodwin and the Dark Signers, New Domino City s barriers have been torn down. City and Satellite are now one - united in the hope of building a brighter tomorrow. Yet in this time of renaissance and rebuilding, a new enemy emerges, and Yusei and his friends must rev it up in order to save the world -- one duel at a time.

MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC: GAMES PONIES PLAY Not Rated • On DVD 9/29 • Ok for Kids 3+ Reel Review: 5 of 5 Reels

Sportsmanship is put to the ultimate test in Equestria, as your favorite Ponies - Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy - prepare for the Games Ponies Play! Included are six awesome adventures that will teach kids all about overcoming the challenges of competition through the magic of friendship.

Will Spike be able to build up the courage to light the ceremonial Equestria Games torch? Who’s the best athlete in Equestria?

And will it matter, when true friendship is on the line?

JANE’S REEL RATING SYSTEM

One Reel – Even the Force can’t save it.

Two Reels – Coulda been a contender Three Reels – Something to talk about.

Four Reels – You want the truth? Great flick!

Five Reels – Wow! The stuff dreams are made of. the things he sees are not just remembered, they form a part of his soul.

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COLLIER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

By Katie Tanner, Communications Specialist for CCPS

The Marching Sharks of Gulf Coast High School Prep for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

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his year the Marching Sharks are prepping for their biggest performance ever, the 2015 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. “This is definitely a once in a lifetime experience,” says Justin Goff, band director for the Gulf Coast High Sharks. Following a two-year selection process, the Gulf Coast High School Band was picked to march in the famed parade. They are the sixth high school band to ever be selected from Florida and the first from Collier County to be selected.

I caught up with the group during band camp to experience their excitement firsthand. “I’m super excited. I want it to be November already,” says Cameron Feliciano, a senior clarinet player. While everyone is excited, there are plenty of things to be nervous about. “It is such a long walk and you are there for so long, you start to get tired,” explains Cameron. The parade route is two and a half miles long.

The group also has to learn to be versatile with their performance. They are used to performing on the football field during halftime, but they will have to adjust for their parade performance. Band director Justin Goff tells me they’ve ordered a tarp the size

of Herald Square in order to practice that transition. Then there’s the weather. “I hope the weather prevails. Last year in Chicago it was cold every day up until parade day, then it warmed up the day of the parade,” says Austin Horton, a senior trombone player.

Last year the Sharks performed in Chicago’s Christmas parade.

These amazing trips and experiences truly showcase why it is important for kids to get involved in activities outside of academics in school. How cool will it be for these kids to one day tell their kids they marched in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?!? Throughout Collier County Public Schools (CCPS), there are so many programs for students to get engaged in, especially in the fine arts. I encourage parents to check out our Fine Arts Department home page (www.collierschools.com/ finearts) on our district website. There you will find information on the many different music and visual arts opportunities for students. Take a moment to explore these programs and what they offer with your child.

While the trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is unique, I promise many of the other experiences your child will have in these programs will be just as awesome. I

can vividly remember the many places I got to visit while taking part in my high school’s choir program many years ago.

On a final note, make sure to tune in and support the Marching Sharks on Thursday, November 26th at 9:00 a.m.

We are certainly proud of them and we are looking forward to seeing them perform!

Support the Sharks!

What: Shark-a-palooza, Fundraiser for Gulf Coast High School Marching Band When: Saturday, September 12th, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 8200 Immokalee Road, adjacent to Gulf Coast High School

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COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE

By Erika Donalds

July/August School Board Meeting Update

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omeone once described to me the difference between the superintendent’s job and the school board’s job by saying, “the superintendent prepares for the next school year; the school board plans for the next decade.” While our teachers, students, and families were getting rejuvenated during summer break, the board continued to make governance and policy decisions to prepare for your district’s ongoing success.

The most important responsibility of the school board is to hire the superintendent and to supervise his or her job performance. Every June, the board does an evaluation of the superintendent and approves their goals for the coming year. This past school year’s evaluation (2014-2015) was based on goals that were approved in June 2014 (before my election to the board).

The results reflected that Superintendent Kamela Patton met nearly all of her stated goals, which included full implementation of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) in all schools, a college trip for seventh graders, and professional development for early learning (pre-kindergarten) teachers.

Most goals related to K-12 assessment scores were removed from the 2014-2015 evaluation, because it was the first year of a new statewide exam, the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA).

As we look forward to 2015-2016, the superintendent’s stated goals include promoting a Young Author’s Night in elementary schools, expanding career Academies in our high schools, and growing the district’s annual STEM (science, technol-

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The superintendent’s stated goals for 2015-2016 include promoting a Young Author’s Night in elementary schools, expanding career Academies in our high schools, and growing the district’s annual STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) conference. ogy, engineering, and mathematics) conference. I chose to vote against the new goals, because I believe they are not adequately measurable and do not reflect a focus on academic achievement of our students. It can be argued (and was the position of other board members) that all of these activities contribute to student achievement. You can read my detailed memo on this topic at erikadonalds.com/evaluation, and send me what you believe should be included in the superintendent’s annual goals at donale@ collierschools.com.

In July, your board discussed the topic of our relationship with the district’s general counsel. Florida law allows for each county school board to hire an attorney who works directly for the board. Collier County School Board’s attorney currently works under the superintendent; therefore, his evaluation and retention decisions are made by Dr. Patton. In the case of a conflict of interest, the board must hire outside counsel. A motion was made by school board member Kelly Lichter to change the attorney’s contract so that he would work directly for the board, and if any matters

of conflict should arise, the superintendent would be represented by outside counsel.

The board majority voted against these changes in favor of the current structure (Mrs. Lichter and I dissented).

Finally, in August, the school board approved the district’s legislative platform, which will be used by our lobbyists and legislative representatives to advocate for changes in state laws. Of note to parents and teachers is our position to create a local teacher evaluation system, which would be approved by the state. Currently, we must use the State of Florida’s Value Added Model (VAM) in our teachers’ evaluations to reflect student performance. VAM is a calculation that compares actual student test scores to ‘predicted’ student test scores.

Unfortunately, VAM has earned the ire of teachers and local administrations for not being timely or reliable. In addition, the district is asking for the ability to choose alternative assessments (such as national norm-referenced tests like the SAT or Iowa Basic Exam), including paper versions of these tests, to use for accountability purposes. Additionally, parents feel that using a variety of tests could break up the “teaching to the test” that has become inherent with the Florida exams.

Your school board continues to address a variety of topics each month, all of which affect your students, and ultimately, their futures! Please feel free to reach out to let us know your thoughts on any of these items, or others you’d like to see addressed. Your feedback is welcome and appreciated.

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SWFL NATURE

By Andrea Breznay

Tracking the Loggerhead

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’ve lived in Naples for more than 17 years so I’ve certainly read and heard about loggerhead turtles. I’ve also seen the protected nests on area beaches during my daily beach walks. But it wasn’t until I came upon a group of hatchlings leaving their nest in early August that I truly understood the miracle their survival requires.

Loggerheads are local There are five species of sea turtles found in Florida waters and all of them are protected under the Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 and the Florida Marine Turtle Protection Act (379.2431 Florida Statues).

Loggerheads are the predominant species of sea turtles in Collier County.

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turtle crawls to a dry part of the beach and digs a body pit using her rear flippers as shovels. When the turtle has finished digging, she begins to lay eggs. The average size of a clutch ranges from about 80 to 120 eggs.

Once she has laid her eggs, she conceals them with sand. After the nest is thoroughly hidden, the female crawls back to the sea to rest before nesting again later that season.

Once a female has left her nest, she never returns to tend it.

Nesting occurs from May through August when the hatchlings begin to appear.

Hatching may extend through October.

Incubation takes about 60 days. Each hatchling breaks open its own shell and then digs its way out of the sand. The tiny turtles usually erupt as a group, and gener-

ally remain near the surface of the nest until the temperature cools, indicating nighttime. The hatchlings use the natural light horizon over the Gulf of Mexico to reach the water when they emerge from the nest.

Any other light sources such as street lights, or light from cars, condos, or campfires can lead hatchlings in the wrong direction.

If the hatchlings don’t make it to the water quickly, death by dehydration or by predators like crabs or birds is a real possibility. Once in the water, they encounter many obstacles including sharks and other large fish as well as plastic garbage and tar balls introduced to the water by humans.

The obstacles are so numerous that only about 1 in 1,000 survives to adulthood.

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and a crew of interns monitor nests at the Naples City Beach and on Keewaydin Island. Conservancy scientists use cages or stakes over the nests to protect the eggs from common predators like fire ants, crabs, raccoons, and feral hogs. If you see these cages on area beaches, please do not disturb.

Protect the Nest!

In order to protect our beloved sea turtles, we must protect their homes. Here’s how you can help.

• Turn off lights at beaches during nesting season • Don’t touch the animals • Clean up our beaches (turtles will eat and can choke on litter) • Use reusable bags instead of plastic bags • Support fisheries that use turtle-safe devices on their nets • Slow down in designated channel zones.

• If you see hatchlings leaving their nest, give them room and do not interfere with their journey. It’s essential not to use flash photography around the hatchlings. Stay behind the hatchlings so they can not see you or be disturbed.

Fun Facts: • Loggerheads are a protected species.

They only nest in two main areas of the world. One is Florida beaches (mostly Southwest Florida). The other is off the coast of Oman in the Middle East.

• The Conservancy of Southwest Florida has been protecting sea turtles for more than 32 years. Scientists have saved more than 265,000 babies.

• Reproductive Age: 17 - 33 years old • Adult Size: 35 - 84 inches • Adult Weight: 180 - 440 pounds • Nesting: Loggerheads lay 3-4 egg clutches (groups of eggs) about every 1217 days every 2-3 years.

• Average eggs per clutch: 112.4 • Gestation: 80 days *Figures are based on the average adult loggerhead.

The Dalton Discovery Center is home to Betsy, their ambassador loggerhead. She was part of a gender study and will live in the patch reef aquarium until she is large enough to be safely released into the Gulf. Learn more about Betsy and her namesake, long-time sea turtle advocate Besty Sandstrom at www.conservancy. org/baby-loggerhead-sea-turtlenamed-betsy.

To see the video of the hatchlings leaving their nest and making their way to the Gulf of Mexico, visit neafamily.com

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HOLIDAYS

By Ruth Hanley

Making Memories When a Grandparent’s Home Isn’t Home Preparing your children to visit a grandparent in a nursing home.

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ringing kids to visit a grandparent or great grandparent in a nursing home is an extra special time, but can also be extra tricky. You want to spend some quality time together, but you’re also on the spot, parenting unpredictable small children. How do you avoid meltdowns and stress, and enjoy you visit? How can you prepare your children for sights, the sounds, and even the smells they may encounter?

If you prepare your children for what to expect, bring the right supplies, and stay flexible, you’ll be able to create treasured times for everyone to remember.

Packing the Right Supplies Make sure you bring snacks, photos, and keep your camera ready to take pictures.

Bring a special snack that your kids only get to have when they are visiting. Your child will look forward to the special treat and you won’t have to leave the room to search for a vending machine. You can also bring old pictures of Grandma and ask questions

or record her telling stories from her past.

If she isn’t able to move or speak very well, you can get a close-up picture of your child’s hand clasped in hers. Capture the spontaneous moments when your children try to help Grandma and pictures of hugs and kisses. When you camera is already in your hand ready to go, it’s easy to capture these tender moments.

Making Gifts, Keeping Busy Give your children something fun to do that they can give to Grandpa. While they are busy working, you have time to chat and catch up. Put a special craft kit or coloring book and crayons in a bag used just for these visits. Younger children may want to bring action figures or dolls to play with underneath Grandpa’s walker. Your children can answer questions about school and how much they’ve grown while they work on their projects. They can also make pictures for other residents in the nursing home.

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Sunday, September 13, 2015 is National Grandparents Day

teered in a nursing home says that when kids gave out pictures to other residents, it was the highlight of their week and kept the kids busy during the visit.

Finding Fido Some nursing homes have pets to comfort residents and provide a home-like atmosphere. If your children get antsy during the visit, they can go on a hunt around the home for the resident cat or dog. Ask the staff about the pet’s name and if they are used to kids. Saying hello to a pet as part of each visit can provide an extra incentive for your child to come with you. You can schedule your visit when a therapy dog is making its rounds to the residents. Keep your camera handy because when a pet is in the room, it’s a great time to get a relaxed and happy picture with Grandma. You can ask her about pets she had as a girl and in her life. Funny stories of pets are something that you can all laugh about together.

Be Prepared for Anything Sometimes a visit can be tense. Grandpa may look or sound different, or even scary.

Other sights or noises in the home may seem unfamiliar. Judy Patenaude, mom of two, explained to her kids that even when people in the home look or sound scary, they can still wave to them and brighten their day. Your children may seem extra fussy or unmanageable toward the end of your visit because they’re worried about Grandpa, and may be tired of being on their best behavior. Be patient and take time to talk with your child about their experiences with simple, positive language.

Celebrate Your Visit and Be Open to Difficult Questions After your visit, it’s a good idea to have a simple and fun family tradition. You can go out for a hot chocolate, ice cream, or

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make a special treat at home. It ends the visit on a happy note and the kids will look forward to the special treat. Listen to your child’s questions about the visit and be patient with yourself when trying to answer difficult questions about life, death, and aging. You aren’t expected to have all the answers to these questions and when you are at a loss for words, you can wonder together.

Let your children know that you love them and that visiting their grandparent is a special way to show you care. Ali Van Camp, a mom of three, visited her grandmother in a nursing home with her kids over many years. She reflects, “My kids knew what to expect - that Yia Yia couldn’t talk or walk and might not even look at us, but we could still talk to her and touch, hug, or kiss her if we wanted. They also knew that the other residents were happy to see them and it was OK to say hello and answer questions like their name and age.” Your children are comforting others with their little voices, laugh, and play and are an important part of caring for a community.

RUTH HANLEY is a mom to two girls, who were strength and a delight to their grandfather, a resident in a nursing home for two years. Ruth is thankful to have pictures to remember and share the special moments from that sensitive time.

Celebrating Grandparent’s Day National Grandparents Day originated with Marian McQuade, a housewife in Fayette County, West Virginia. Her primary motivation was to champion the cause of the elderly in nursing homes.

In 1978, President Jimmy Carter proclaimed that National Grandparents Day would be celebrated every year on the first Sunday after Labor Day. Here are three suggestions on how your family can celebrate Grandparent’s Day this year: 1. Plan an activity or trip. The number one thing most grandparents want from their grandchildren (and children!) is time. Plan a fun trip or special activity with your children to do with their grandparent.

Find something special that both will enjoy and that offers lots of time to just be together and chat.

2. Interview Grandparents. For older grandchildren, suggest they interview their grandparents. It’s fascinating for children to hear about the differences in everything from technology to education to clothing. You can use video or a tape recorder or the kids can simply sit and listen to stories. You could also have the kids write out what they learned and put it together with photos for an interesting family record.

3. Create a family tree. Borrow photo albums from your parents or grandparents and make copies of several generations of relatives.

Your children can sit with their grandparents jotting names, dates and notes about each of the relatives and then pasting them into a family tree. Make copies for everyone to keep.

4. Cook together. Have the whole family cook a few of grandma’s favorite recipes together. Grandma will enjoy supervising and teaching!

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HAPPY, HEALTHY FAMILY

By Kimberly Blaker

Teaching Children Household Responsibility

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ccording to H. Stephen Glenn and Jane Nelsen in Raising Self-Reliant Children in a Self-Indulgent World, “A belief in one’s personal capabilities is an essential building block for successful adulthood.” The best way for children to achieve this sense of capability is to be assigned household responsibilities. Offering children opportunities makes them feel essential to the family unit and teaches basic skills, acceptance of responsibility, and self-discipline.

Reward Whether to compensate and reward children for their work is a difficult question, and conflicting opinions held by child specialists don’t help. Experiencing selfsatisfaction from work is important. Yet even adults receive compensation for their work and then reward themselves in many ways, from mini shopping sprees and eating out to buying recreational toys and taking vacations. So your best bet is to take a middle-of-the-road approach. Assign your child some responsibilities without reward, such as cleaning his room and taking care of personal belongings.

But offer an allowance or rewards for additional tasks. Children learn valuable lessons from earning as well. They learn to handle money and come to understand that hard work pays off, just as it does in the adult world. Whether your child receives a reward for a particular task or not, always praise the efforts. This helps to reinforce the intrinsic value of completing a task.

When selecting prizes, choose something your child wouldn’t receive otherwise.

If you go to the park several times a week, an extra trip to the park won’t seem much of a reward. But if you normally go only once a week, an extra visit will be more enticing.

For toddlers and preschoolers, immediate rewards are important. Offer to go to the ice cream store or park, to play

a favorite game together, to invite a friend over, or a fun sticker or favorite treat. You can also purchase prizes that come in a set, such as markers. Then offer one piece of the set for each completed task until your child has earned the complete set.

Elementary children are able to save for bigger rewards. Use a chart and offer prizes for accumulated stars. But don’t make your child wait more than a week or so for a reward. Otherwise, the reward will lose its motivational value. Rewards for elementary age children might include additional television or computer time, a trip to the zoo or museum, baking together, having a friend overnight, or a new magazine or matchbox car.

Older kids are able to accumulate points for longer periods and begin to look toward long-term rewards. A teen could accumulate points for several weeks to earn a concert ticket or trip to the amusement park, a new outfit, or a special privilege such as staying out later or additional phone time.

your elementary age child can fix her breakfast, help pack lunches, clean off the dinner table, load the dishwasher, wash windows and clean bathroom sinks.

Kids in middle school and beyond can learn nearly any task. During the teen years, introduce new tasks periodically so your adolescent can master all skills. Your teen can organize the garage, basement, and closets, fix dinner, do laundry and ironing and do minor household repairs.

It’s not too late If your child is beyond preschool or elementary age and you haven’t offered many household responsibilities in the past, don’t despair. While it’s better to start when children are young, it will be more difficult, but it’s not too late. Make a plan today to set your child on a path toward self-reliance.

You’ll both be glad you did as you watch your child reap the benefits of growing into an independent, successful young adult.

Age appropriate chores Toddlers and preschoolers are more capable than we realize. In these early years, children should take on household tasks.

Remember that attention span is short at this age, so keep chores brief when assigning them to little ones unless the chores are especially fun. Your preschooler can help with simple chores like setting the table, emptying wastebaskets, dusting, sorting dirty clothes and picking up toys.

Elementary age children are more coordinated and capable of performing better quality work. In addition to the previous items,

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HEALTH

By Christa Melnyk Hins

Natural Ways to Boost Your Child’s Immune System

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ith the flu and cold season right around the corner, try simple, natural strategies to help keep your child healthy and strong.

These tips can also help the body fight illness more efficiently.

Eat from the rainbow. During cold and flu season, it’s especially important to avoid non-nourishing foods which can aggravate symptoms and make it harder for the immune system to respond to illness.

“Good nutrition is essential to a strong immune system and it can offer seasonal protection from illnesses, as well as other health problems like allergies,” says registered dietitian Joan Sechrist, PhD, Optima Health & Sentara Healthcare.

Vaccinate. Stay current on your child’s immunizations.

“Immunizations in younger years can help prevent disease as kids grow into adults,” Sechrist says.

Get adequate sleep. Kids need between eight to 12 hours of sleep a night to help keep their bodies strong.

Stick to a regular, calming evening routine. Also, power down distracting electronic devices that can interrupt sleep.

Exercise regularly. Active kids are healthier kids. Experts recommend that kids get 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Take family walks or bike rides, shoot hoops, swim at your local community center, go roller or ice skating, play hopscotch or toss a ball in the backyard.

Teach proper hand-washing. Basic hand-washing with soap and water prevents the spread of disease.

Have your child lather for 20 seconds or say the ABCs twice. Avoid overuse of sanitizers, which destroys both good and bad bacteria on the hands.

Take probiotics. “Probiotics are fabulous in and of themselves for gut integrity,” says naturopathic physician Shelly Clevidence. “For increasing the immune system, they don’t have to be live.” Look for probiotics in pill form or in foods. If your child is sick, avoid dairy products, which contribute to inflammation and mucus build-up.

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Try castor oil. Extruded from the castor bean plant, castor oil can be rubbed on your child’s belly at night when the immune system is most active, says Leah Hollon, a naturopathic physician. Castor oil, she says, is both anti-cancer and an anti-inflammatory.

“Castor oil is pretty amazing. We find it helps bring more white blood cells into the blood stream to help fight infection,” Hollon says. “It also helps get that histamine response down for some kids that have allergies, and it helps them have a good bowel movement.”

Constipation issues can be worse during flu and cold season.

Consider elderberry syrup. Both Clevidence and Hollon say elderberry syrup (also available in a tincture) can help kids fight a cold or flu. “Elderberry syrup is one of my favorites,” Hollon says. “My kids love the taste of it. Probiotic, elderberry syrup is antibacterial and antiviral, a general broad spectrum support.”

Elderberry has been used for centuries to treat wounds and respiratory illnesses and is thought to reduce swelling in the mucous membranes and sinuses. *Consult with your pediatrician before treating your youngster with elderberry.

Power up with Omega-3s. A recent study published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology suggest that omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil and plant sources, like flax seeds, chia seeds, Brussel sprouts and cauliflower, could also help boost immune function.

Most of all, role model healthy living and your child is likely to follow suit--naturally.

Try to integrate these vitamins and nutrients into your family’s diet: • Protein boosts the body’s defense system (lean meats, beans, nuts, eggs, soy products and seeds).

• Vitamin A helps keep the skin, respiratory system and tissues in your mouth, stomach and intestines healthy (sweet potatoes, carrots, kale, spinach, and apricots).

• Vitamin C stimulates the formation of antibodies that fight infection (citrus fruits, red bell pepper, papaya and tomato juice).

• Vitamin E is an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body (sunflower seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, peanut butter, sunflower/safflower oils, and spinach).

• Zinc is a nutrient that helps wounds heal and keeps the immune system working properly (lean meats, poultry, seafood, milk, whole grain products, beans and nuts).

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chool may have started but there is still time for fun at these events offered by the City of Naples Community Services Department and other local institutions.

Free National Museum Day Come to the Naples Depot Museum to celebrate the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum Day. Take a tour of Naples first passenger train station, ride a miniature railroad, and join in a full day of lively, educational activities for both adults and children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Collier County Museums. Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. For more information, call (239) 262-6525. (1051 5th Ave. South, Naples) Afterschool Solutions The Adventures and Gymnastics Club at Fleischmann Park offers great fun with many activity choices for your child at this afterschool club hosted by an energetic, well-trained staff. Your child will participate in gymnastics and sports fitness classes as well as daily homework and enrichment

You may sign up for both Mondays and Wednesdays!

time. Monday -- Friday 2:45-6 p.m. (also open on all early release days). Call to 248-6122 for prices, dates and registration (inquire for partial-week rates). (1600 Fleishmann Blvd., Naples) Take a Class Fleischmann Park boasts a variety of classes and sports leagues for both adults and children (including kids as young as 3 or 4).

Offerings for children include gymnastics, ballet, soccer, baseball, golf, tennis, martial arts, flag football, cheerleading, modeling and charm. Adult offerings include line dancing, tap dance, GiGi Rocky Gong, Zumba, folk dance, belly dance, Irish dance, dog obedience, fitness boot camp, softball, flag football, ultimate Frisbee, racquetball, and table tennis. Call (239) 213-3020 for prices, dates and registration.

(1600 Fleishmann Blvd., Naples) Free Summer Jazz Concert Join the tradition of the once-a-month summer lawn parties the whole city loves as the Naples Beach Club Hotel hosts its

Summer Jazz Series from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19. You can bring folding chairs for your family, but you likely won’t be sitting much as you boogie to the dynamic music the Tampa band Late Night Brass! Food and beverages available for purchase from the hotel. Overflow parking at Lowdermilk Park. For more information, call (239) 435-4345. (851 Gulf Shore Blvd.

North, Naples) Come On In, The Water’s Free!

The River Park Aquatic Center is open.

Featuring fun for everyone from tiny tot to serious swimmer, pool admission is free to residents of Collier County. The kids will love the beach-like shallow end with play fountains, dump buckets and water slide, while the grownups will enjoy the lap swimming exercise lanes and sunbathing deck.

Parents will rest assured their children are in good hands with the Red Cross certified lifeguards on watchful duty. Current hours are Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. — 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 — 5 p.m. For information, call 239-213-3040. (451 11th St. North, Naples)

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Monday Sessions: Monday A: September 14-October 26 Monday B: November 2-December 16 Wednesday Sessions: Wednesday A: September 16-October 28 Wednesday B- November 4-December 18

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YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS

Snow Day 2015

Junior Ranger Adventure: A House for Hermit Crab!

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ediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim Verwest, DMD will host an inaugural community fundraiser ‘Snow Day 2015’ on October 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p. The festivities include holiday pictures with Anna and Elsa along with Olaf from the movie Frozen.

There will be snow special effects, NBC2 Chef Meteorologist Hayley Webb will help predict the forecast for snow, 96.9 More FM live broadcast and music by the South Fort Myers High School Band, face painting, bounce houses and slide.

Prices are $5 for adult entry and $10 for all-day wristband for children (unlimited access to bounce house play, face painting, and VIP pictures with Anna, Elsa and Olaf ). You may purchase tickets in advance by visiting http://goo.gl/cbCqi8.

Snow Day 2015 will be held at 8016 Summerlin Lakes Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907.A ll proceeds from Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers Inaugural Snow Day 2015 will benefit the Abused Counseling Treatment, Inc. (ACT).

For more information on Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, visit www.DrVerwest.com or (239) 482-2722.

oin a park ranger for a reading of A House for Hermit Crab by Eric Carle, a wonderful story with a positive message. Hermit Crab has outgrown his first shell, and, as hermit crabs do, he must look for a new house. Nervous and a little frightened, the crab plucks up his courage and finds a shell that’s big enough for him. The only problem is that it’s very bare. That’s where his fellow undersea creatures come in: a sea anemone offers to decorate the outside, a starfish the inside; an industrious sea snail, a fortress-protecting sea urchin, and an illuminating lantern fish move in as well.

The story will be followed by a fun environmentally friendly craft created with a park ranger. After the program, participants can begin their journey to become a Florida State Park Junior Ranger through fun self-led activities. This program is appropriate for children ages 4-12. Bring a book to donate to a local library or show your library card to have your admission fee waived for this special event.

Pre-registration for this event is required, spaces are limited. To register, please call the Ranger Station at (239) 463-4588 or visit www.floridastateparks.org/loverskey. Lovers Key State Park is located at 8700 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a Lovers Key State Park Scavenger Hunt

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riends of Lovers Key, Inc will be hosting Celebrate Public Lands! Lovers Key Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, September 26 from 9am -12pm. Create a team and explore the park as you follow clues and snap photos at numerous locations throughout the park. Participants will discover hidden gems of the park, as well as completing tasks along the route which make a positive impact on the environment.

Participants must bring their own digital camera or cell phone with camera. PreRegistration is required for this event and check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. Teams should be 6 members or less. This is a family friendly event and kids are invited to participate but must be on a team with at least one adult.

Refillable water bottles, sunscreen, hats, and bug repellent are highly recommended. Pre-registration for this event is required. To register, contact the Ranger Station at (239) 463-4588.

This event is free but registration is required and spaces for teams are limited.

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Nutcracker Auditions

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hildren interested in performing in Miami City Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker are invited to audition at Artis-Naples, Frances Pew Hayes Hall, 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard in Naples.

Auditions will be held on Sunday, September 13 with the following schedule: Registration for children up to a height of 4’4” will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.with the audition class from noon until 1:00 p.m.

Registration for children from 4’5” to 4’10” will be from 12:45 p.m.to 1:15 p.m.with the audition class from 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Registration for children from 4’10” to 5’1” will be from 3:00 p.m.to 3:30 p.m.with the audition class from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Children selected to perform will participate in daily rehearsals Sept. 19-20 and Sept.

26-27, followed by weekly rehearsals on Sundays beginning October 4 at Naples Academy of Ballet leading up to the performance.

Performances will be held at Artis-Naple on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 2 & 8pm and Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2pm.

For additional information check miamicityballet.org.

Girl Scouts to Host Family Info Nights

German Language Instruction

• German language arts education for native speakers – elementary and middle school level • German language foreign language classes for all ages • Immersion into German customs and cultures

Classes held at Greater Naples YMCA 5450 YMCA Road, Naples, FL 34109

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t’s Back to School time...which means Back to Girl Scouts time!

Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. For more than 100 years, Girl Scouts has provided girls with exceptional opportunities to try new things, gain confidence and develop character, and build essential leadership skills.

Upcoming dates and locations include: Sept. 1, Avalon Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 1, Veterans Memorial Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 2, Calusa Park Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 3, Vineyards Elementary Cafeteria, 7:00 p.m.

Sept. 8, Parkside Elementary Cafeteria, 5:15 p.m.

Sept. 8, Sea Gate Elementary Cafeteria, 7:00 p.m.

Sept. 9, Osceola Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 9, Lely Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 14, Palmetto Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 15, Golden Gate Elementary (Primary) Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 15, Estates Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 16, Pelican Marsh Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 17, Sabal Palm Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 17, Lake Park Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 18, Golden Terrace Elementary (Primary) Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 21, Big Cypress Elementary Cafeteria, 6:45 p.m.

For more information about Girl Scouts in Collier County, contact Barbara Van Essen at 800-232-4475 ext. 404 or barbarav@ gsgcf.org or visit www.girlscouts.org/join. Membership and program scholarships are available based on financial need.

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3:00 PM. Free Chamber Music Concert at Naples Regional Library. Free concert by the Naples Philharmonic. Located at 650 Central Avenue, Naples. Call 239-262-6853 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

8:00 PM. Outdoor Movie: Wall-E. Free movie on the lawn across from Silverspot Cinema at Mercato. Please no coolers or outside food. Lawn chairs, blankets and wellbehaved pets welcome. Located at 9128 Strada Place, Naples. Call 239-594-9400 or check www.mercatoshops.com for additional information.

3:00 PM. iPad Fun with Zoodle at South Regional Library.

Come learn all about Zoodle apps on the iPad. No need to bring your own iPad, you will each have a Library iPad to use. Open to grades 2-5. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples. Call 239252-7542 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

11:30 AM. Auditions for Children’s Roles in the Miami City Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Audition time according to height and age.

Please contact Christophe Maraval at 239.249.0306 or christophepm@gmail.com with any questions.

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6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Osceola Elementary School. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information.

Located at 5770 Osceola Trail, Naples.

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10:00 AM. Dinosaur George Traveling Exhibit. North Collier Regional Park Exhibition Hall at 15000 Livingston Road, Naples. Call 239-252-4060 or check colliergov.net for additional information.

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2:00 PM. Read and Share Book Club at Headquarters Library. Read any good books lately? Join us for Read & Share! Bring a book, tell us about it, and make new friends. You can also bring books to swap with others. Located at 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples.

Call 239-593-0870 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

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10:00 AM. Little Explorer Program at the Conservancy.

Meet a new animal every other Thursday in the Little Explorer Play Zone. Call 239-262-0304 or check www.conservancy.org for additional information. Located at 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples. Held biweekly on Thursday.

6:00 PM. Love that Dress Event to Benefit PACE Collier County. General admission tickets: $30; VIP early admission tickets $150. For information go to www. pacecenter.org/centers/ collier/ltdcollier. Held at The Naples Grande Beach Resort, 475 Seagate Drive, Naples.

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8:45 AM. Young Person’s Concert: The Snow Queen. Homeschoolers and families are welcome at the performance, which is part of the Artis—Naples Family Concerts series. Go to artisnaples.org/ programs/young-persons-concert-2015 for other dates and times. Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples.

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10:00 AM. Preschool Ipad Fun at South Regional Library.

Come learn about great iPad apps just for the little ones, read together and play some games. Open to ages 2-5 years and an adult. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples. Call 239252-7542 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

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10:00 AM. Nature Walk on Wheels for Special Needs. Created for visitors with special needs. This is an escorted golf cart tour through the world of Barefoot Beach Preserve. Reservations required. Free event. Call 239252-4000 or check www. friendsofbarefootbeach.org for additional information.

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7:00 AM. Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. Open to all players ages 7 to 70-plus, the 3-on-3, two-day tournament will include a double elimination format that guarantees two games for each four-person team; one spot on the roster is held for a single substitute. Registration is $132 per team. For more information, call 239-597-3148.

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11:00 AM. Grandparents Storytime at Barnes and Noble.

In celebration of Grandparents Day, we will be reading Llama Llama Gram and Grandpa. Activities to follow. Located at 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. Call 239-597-2040 for additional information.

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9:00 AM. Free Zoo Admission. Collier County residents receive free zoo admission all day long. Enter any time, all day long up until 4 p.m. with no coupon required - just proof of residency for all adults. Call 239262-5409 or check www. napleszoo.com for additional information.

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4:00 PM. Youth Theater Auditions: Tom Sawyer and Hairspray, Jr. Auditions also held on Sept. from 4:00pm-7:00pm call 239-495-8989 to schedule audition time. Located at 10150 Bonita Beach Road SE, Bonita Springs.

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10:00 AM. Lovers Key State Park Celebrates Children’s Literacy. Story time will be followed by a fun craft created with a park ranger.

This program is appropriate for children ages 4-12.

Pre-registration for this event is required, spaces are limited. For information contact 239- 463-4588 or visit www.floridastateparks. org/loverskey.

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10:00 AM. 2015 Rally to Improve Birth. The 2015 Rally to Improve Birth, to bring attention to the need for respectful care in U.S. childbirth. Check https:// www.facebook.com/ImprovingBirthSWFL for additional local information. Held at Family Birth Center-Cape Coral Hospital.

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2:00 PM. Free Concerts at the Bandshell. Bring a blanket for the whole family and enjoy free jazz concerts in Cambier Park. Located at 755 8th Ave. S., Naples.

Check www.naplesgov.com/ index.aspx?NID=576 for additional information or call 239-213-3058. Held weekly on Sunday.

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6:00 PM. Free Admission to The Baker Museum. Enjoy free admission tfrom 6 to 9pm. A local band offers musical entertainment and audiences of all ages are welcome to view the galleries and learn from our docents.

Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Call 239-5971900 or check www.thephil. org for information.

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5:30 PM. The Misadventures of Sandy Trowels at Estates Branch Library. Sandy Trowels and her sidekick, Buckets, are on an adventure to discover Florida archaeology. Grades 1 through 5.

Located at 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W., Naples. Call 239-455-8088 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

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3:30 PM. STEAM Workshop-Robotics at Marco Island Library. Join Trisha Aldridge from County Extension and learn all about robotics using Lego Mindstorm EV3. Grades 2 through 5. Located at 210 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island. Call 239394-3272 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

3:00 PM. Remember the Ladies: Abigail Adams. This original one-woman play is a call to responsibility and duty. Located at 650 Central Avenue, Naples. Call 239-262-6853 or check public.collier-lib. org for additional information.

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5:30 PM. Third Annual Craving Fashion at Waterside Shops.

A food and fashion event to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida and the United Way of Collier County.

100% of the ticket sales will benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. For more information www.facebook.com/

www.braceplacenaples.com y 239.592.6300

4:30 PM. Mysteries of the Deep at Vanderbilt Beach Library. Come discover what underwater archaeologists study and how they do science underwater! Open to ages 6-12 years. Located at 788 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. Call 239-597-8444 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

3:00 PM. FGCU Wind Orchestra. Students from Florida Gulf Coast University’s Bower School of Music perform on Hayes Hall stage. Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. Call 239- 597-1111 or check artisnaples.org for additional information.

3:00 PM. STEAM Workshop-Robotics at South Regional Library. Join Trisha Aldridge from County Extension and learn all about robotics using Lego Mindstorm EV3.

Grades 2 through 5. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples. Call 239252-7542 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

9:30 AM. Music Together at South County Regional Library. A highly interactive musical experience designed for young children and their caregivers, presented by Family Music Time. Located at South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero., Call 239479-4636 for additional information.

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9:00 AM. Lovers Key Scavenger Hunt.

Participants must bring their own digital camera or cell phone with camera. PreRegistration is required for this event and check-in will begin at 8:30AM. Teams should be 6 members or less.

To register, please contact the Ranger Station at 239463-4588. Located at 8700 Estero Blvd, Estero.

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CALENDAR SUBMISSIONS: To submit your event for both our online and print calendars go to www.neafamily.com and follow the instructions for setting up a calendar account and inputting event information.

The deadline for print calendar events is the 12th of the month preceding publication. You can submit events anytime for the online calendar.

9:30 AM. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Guided Walk Tours. Corkscrew offers a Complimentary Boardwalk Tour for interested visitors beginning at 9:30 am on Tuesdays during the summer and early fall. The tour is one and-a-half hours long and is on the one mile short loop of the boardwalk. Space is limited. There is no additional charge beyond the regular admission of $12 per adult; $6 for college students or National Audubon members with ID; $4 for children 6 to 18 years old, and free for children under 6 and Friends of Corkscrew Members. Located at 375 Sanctuary Road W., Naples. Call 239-348-9151 or check corkscrew.audubon.org for additional information.

Held weekly on Tuesday.

10:00 AM. Moms and Tots Storytime with Miss Jessica and Miss Felicia. A toddler favorite, the girls read, sing, dance and color, creating a fun atmosphere of learning and lots of laughter.

Come and ask about the little green frog song. All ages are welcome. Held at Barnes & Noble, 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. Call 239-597-2040 for additional information. Held weekly on Tuesday.

3:00 PM. Dogs in the Garden. Spend some time with your furry friend exploring the beautiful cultivated gardens and the nature preserve. One dog per person. Dogs must be on leash, and no retractable leashes please. You’re free to explore everywhere

except the Children’s Garden. Dogs must be upto-date on all vaccinations and registrations; one dog per adult. Admission: Garden members and member dogs free: $9.95 per dog and $14.95 per adult for non-members. Located at 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. Call 239-643-7275 or check www. naplesgarden.org for additional information. Dog walk days on Sunday mornings, Tuesday mornings and Thursday afternoons.

4:00 PM. Youth Theater Auditions: Tom Sawyer and Hairspray, Jr. Auditions also held on Sept. from 4:00pm-7:00pm call 239-495-8989 to schedule audition time. Located at 10150 Bonita Beach Road SE, Bonita Springs.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Avalon Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts. org/join for additional information. Located at 3300 Thomasson, Naples.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Calusa Park Elementary School. Girl Scouts of

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Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 4600 Santa Barbara Blvd, Naples.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Veterans Memorial Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 15960 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Naples.

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9:00 AM. Whole Foods Farmer’s Market. Located at 9101 Strada Place, Naples. Call 239-552-5100 for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

10:00 AM. Family Story Time at South Regional Library. This program is for the whole family and lasts about 30 minutes. Registration is required.

Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-479-4636 for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

10:00 AM. Free Kids Crafts at Miromar Outlets. Kids from toddlers to twelve are invited to participate in free fun activities. Located at 10801 Corkscrew Rd., Estero. Call 239-948-3766 for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

10:00 AM. Art for Mom & Me at Rookery Bay. Local artist Marjorie Pesek will lead this 1-hour workshop for children and adults at all levels of creative talent. She will share her unique art technique of Layered Imagery. Participants will be supplied with a sketch of a variety of subjects such as a pelican, a tree frog, or a sea turtle. Using photos and magazine clippings, each parent and child will team up to create a masterpiece to take home. Registration fee ($25) includes one adult, one child (age 5+), and all supplies. Come early or stay late and enjoy complimentary admission to the Environmental Learning Center with registration. Located at 300 Tower Road, Naples. Call 239-417-6310 or check www.rookerybay.org for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

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10:30 AM. Family Story Time at Bonita Springs Library. This program is for the whole family and lasts about 30 minutes. Located at 26876 Pine Avenue, Bonita Springs. Call 239-992-0101 for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

2:00 PM. Summer Drop In Crafts at South County Regional Library. For children ages 4 and up. Some adult supervision may be required. Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-479-4636 for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

6:00 PM. Love that Dress Event to Benefit PACE Collier County. General admission tickets: $30; VIP early admission tickets $150. For information go to www.pacecenter.org/centers/collier/ltdcollier. Held at The Naples Grande Beach Resort, 475 Seagate Drive, Naples.

6:00 PM. Summer Reading Nights for Kids at the Green Cone Café. Kids read, hear stories, do handcrafts and talk about books. Free event. Green Cone Café, 25261 Chamber of Commerce Drive, Bonita Springs. Call 239-948-2663 for additional information. Held weekly on Wednesday.

3 THURSDAY 10:00 AM. Little Explorer Program at the Conservancy. Meet a new animal every other Thursday in the Little Explorer Play Zone. Call 239-262-0304 or check www.conservancy.org for additional information. Located at 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples. Held biweekly on Thursday.

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10:00 AM. First Responders Free Admission to Conservancy. Present valid ID for free admission from September 3-5. Located at 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples. Call 239-262-0304 or check www.conservancy.org for additional information.

2:00 PM. Mystery & True Crime Book Club at Headquarters Library. Do you love a good whodunit? Is In Cold Blood on your top ten list? Join other amateur detectives to share your favorite mysteries and true crime books. Who knows? Maybe you’ll uncover a new favorite author!

Located at 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples.

Call 239-593-0870 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

6:00 PM. Mercato Nights Music Series: Rick Howard and the Speedbumps. Free concert across from Silverspot Cinema. Lawn chairs, blankets and well-behaved pets welcome. Located at 9128 Strada Place, Naples. Call 239-594-9400 or check www.mercatoshops.com for additional information.

7:00 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Vineyards Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.

girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 6225 Arbor Blvd. West, Naples.

4 FRIDAY 10:00 AM. Baby-Parent Rhyme Time at South Country Regional Library. Registration required.

Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-479-4636 for information. Held weekly on Friday.

10:00 AM. Nature Walk on Wheels for Special Needs. Created for visitors with special needs. This is an escorted golf cart tour through the world of Barefoot Beach Preserve. Reservations required.

Free event. Call 239- 252-4000 or check www. friendsofbarefootbeach.org for additional information. Held weekly on Friday with reservation.

7:00 PM. Friday Night Concert Series. Highlighting the music of local bands at Miromar Outlets, 1801 Corkscrew Rd.., Estero. Call 239948-3766 or check www.miromaroutlets.com for additional information. Held weekly on Friday.

5 SATURDAY Call for time. Germain Arena Figure Skating Competition. This competition will attract skaters from around the state. The competition will begin Saturday September 5 and run through Sunday September 6. The event will have a basic skills competition portion. All levels are encouraged to participate. Medals are awarded to all basic skills competitors. This is a free event for spectators.

For more information on this event please visit the figure skating club website at www.fefsc.org.

7:00 AM. Fairgrounds Flea Market and Farmers Market. Every Saturday and Sunday from 7:00am to 2:00pm. For space or additional info call: 239- 455-1444.

7:30 AM. Third Street South Farmer’s Market.

Fresh produce, flowers and food items in the parking lot behind Tommy Bahama’s on Third Street South in Naples. Call 239-434-6533 for additional information. Held weekly on Saturday.

8:00 AM. Farmer’s Market at Collection at Vanderbilt. Fresh produce, flowers and food items at the corner of Vanderbilt and Airport Roads in Naples. Call 239-273-2350 for additional information. Held weekly on Saturday.

8:00 AM. Immokalee Community Park Yard Sale. Come to sell or shop. Call the park to reserve your spot. Located at 321 North 1st Street, Immokalee. Call 239-657-4449 for additional information.

9:00 AM. Free Zoo Admission. Collier County residents receive free zoo admission all day long.

Enter any time, all day long up until 4 p.m. with no coupon required - just proof of residency for all adults. Call 239- 262-5409 or check www. napleszoo.com for additional information.

9:00 AM. Golden Gate Community Center Farmers Market. Fresh Fruits & vegetables, flowers, cookies and many other items. Spaces for rent. Located at 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy., Naples.

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10:00 AM. Free Kids Fishing. Held at Bass Pro Shops, 10040 Gulf Center Drive, Ft. Myers. Call 239-461-7800 for additional information.

10:00 AM. KIDding Around Bell Tower Shops. Join us for a variety of free activities and sponsors that change each month, including bounce house fun.

Held at Bell Tower Shops, Daniels Pkwy and US 41, Ft. Myers. Call 239489-1221 or check www.thebelltowershops.com for additional information.

10:30 AM. C.A.L.M. Connecting Amazing Local Moms. A support group and educational series for mothers and babies 1-12 months. Create connection with other moms through educational and emotional support. $20 drop-in, $70/4 classes, or $15/current clients. For more information, call 239- 325-9210 or visit www.MonarchTherapy.com. Held weekly on Saturday.

11:00 AM. The Full Moon at the Napping House Storytime at Barnes and Noble. In this long-awaited companion to the beloved classic The Napping House, a full moon is keeping everyone in the napping house awake!

Located at 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. Call 239-597-2040 for additional information.

1:00 PM. Naples Jazz Masters. Dixieland Jazz at The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave South, Naples. Call 239-213-3058 for additional information.

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6 SUNDAY 1:00 PM. Sundays at the Pit at Harley Davidson. Six Bends and Six Bends Harley-Davidson® are inviting families, friends, and fellow H.O.G. riders to their site every Sunday. Entertainment and refreshments change weekly so be sure to check back and view upcoming events for details. Located at 9501 Thunder Road, Ft. Myers. Check sixbends.com/ for additional information.

2:00 PM. Free Concerts at the Bandshell. Bring a blanket for the whole family and enjoy free jazz concerts in Cambier Park. Located at 755 8th Ave. S., Naples. Check www.naplesgov.com/index.aspx?NID=576 for additional information or call 239-213-3058. Held weekly on Sunday.

7 MONDAY 10:00 AM. Baby-Parent Rhyme Time at South Country Regional Library.

This program is for the whole family and lasts about 30 minutes. Registration is required. Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-479-4636 for additional information. Held weekly on Monday.

10:00 AM. 2015 Rally to Improve Birth. The 2015 Rally to Improve Birth, to bring attention to the need for respectful care in U.S. childbirth. As the World Health Organization and others decry disrespect and abuse in maternity care, our community joins thousands of others rallying on this same day around the United States to let the public know that women in the U.S. are experiencing such mistreatment every day. Check https://www.facebook.com/ ImprovingBirthSWFL for additional local information. Held at Family Birth Center-Cape Coral Hospital.

11:00 AM. Family Fun Day. Live music, 2 for 1 admission to the Nature Park, holiday BBQ cookout and the Soaring Eagle Zip Line. Held at the Shell Factory and Nature Park, Ft. Myers. Check www.shellfactory.com for additional information.

8 TUESDAY 10:00 AM. Lovers Key State Park Celebrates Children’s Literacy. Story time will be followed by a fun environmentally friendly craft created with a park ranger. After the program, participants can begin their journey to become a Florida State Park Junior Ranger through fun self-led activities. This program is appropriate for children ages 4-12. Pre-registration for this event is required, spaces are limited. To register, please call the Ranger Station at 239- 463-4588.

For additional information please contact the Ranger Station at 239- 463-4588 or visit www.floridastateparks.org/loverskey.

5:15 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Parkside Elementary School.

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the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment.

Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 5322 Texas Avenue, Naples.

7:00 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Seagate Elementary School.

Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment.

Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 650 Seagate Drive, Naples.

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9 WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM. Lego Club at Estates Branch Library. Share ideas, be creative, make new friends and have fun! LEGO bricks will be provided. Your LEGO creation will be put on display at the library. Open to ages 5-11 years. Registration not required. Located at 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W., Naples. Call 239-455-8088 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

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6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Lely Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community.

Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext.

404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Osceola Elementary School.

Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment.

Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 5770 Osceola Trail, Naples.

6:30 PM. NIFF Film Society Summer Series: The Godfather. Sponsored by the Naples International Film Festival, films will feature post-screening discussion. Held at Silverspot Cinema, 239-592-0300 for additional information.

10 THURSDAY 11:00 AM. Free Chamber Music Concert. Free concert by the Naples Philharmonic at Naples Botanical Gardens. Located at 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. Call 239-643-7275 or check www.naplesgarden.org for additional information.

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2:00 PM. Read and Share Book Club at Headquarters Library. Read any good books lately? Want to share them with others? Join us for Read & Share! Bring a book, tell us about it, and make new friends. You can also bring books to swap with others. Located at 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples.

Call 239-593-0870 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

3:00 PM. Scoops for Library Cards at Marco Island Branch Library.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Come get a library card at the Marco Island Branch Library, 210 S. Heathwood Dr., Marco Island, and receive free ice cream. Show us your card if you already have one and you get free ice cream also. Call 239-394-3272 for additional information.

5:00 PM. Classical Music Concert at South Regional Library. Free concert sponsored by Artis-Naples. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples.

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Call 239-252-7542 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

11 FRIDAY 10:00 AM. Preschool Ipad Fun at South Regional Library. Come learn about great iPad apps just for the little ones, read together and play some games. Open to ages 2-5 years and an adult.

Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples.

Call 239-252-7542 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

6:00 PM. East Naples Community Park 4th and 5th Grade Dance. Pizza and soda served. Tickets on sale 2 weeks prior to the dance. Located at 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples. Call 239-252-4414 or check colliergov.net for additional information.

12 SATURDAY 6:30 AM. 11th Annual Fillet & Release Tournament. Benefit for Hope Hospice held at Matanzas Inn, Fort Myers Beach. More than 50 boats will participate in a one-day, light tackle, inshore fishing tournament featuring cash payout based on the number of entries. Anglers will fish for redfish and snook. For more information contact Amy Andrew at 239-940-4473.

11:00 AM. Grandparents Storytime at Barnes and Noble. In celebration of Grandparents Day, we will be reading Llama Llama Gram and Grandpa. Activities to follow. Located at 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. Call 239-597-2040

for additional information.

11:00 AM. Science Saturday. Join Mr. Glen and his Science and Engineering team for interactive science projects. Held at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd., Estero. Call 239-948-3766 or check www.miromaroutlets.com for additional information.

2:00 PM. Young Adult Book Club at South Regional Library. Come hear about the latest and most popular books, Skype with authors and participate in lively book and movie comparison discussions. Refreshments will be available. Open to ages 11-17. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples. Call 239-252-7542 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

3:00 PM. Craft Beer and Music Festival at Bell Tower Shops. General admission $5. Located at Daniels Pkwy and US 41, Ft. Myers. Call 239489-1221 or check www.thebelltowershops.com for additional information.

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on the iPad. You’ll be introduced to Zoodle Pad, Zoodle Comics and Zoodle Reveal, which are all fun drawing apps. No need to bring your own iPad, you will each have a Library iPad to use. Open to grades 2-5. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples. Call 239-252-7542 or check public.collierlib.org for additional information.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Palmetto Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year.

Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 3000 10th Ave SE, Naples.

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11:30 AM. Auditions for Children’s Roles in the Miami City Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Audition time according to height and age. Please contact Christophe Maraval at 239.249.0306 or christophepm@gmail.com with any questions.

14 MONDAY 3:00 PM. iPad Fun with Zoodle at South Regional Library. Come learn all about Zoodle apps

9:00 AM. Meditation Class Series at South Regional Library. Learn how to experience deep relaxation and stress-free living. During these sessions you will learn how meditation can calm your mind and bring peace into your life. Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-4794636 for additional information.

11:00 AM. Kids and Teen Art at Bonita Spring Library. Kids art project at 11 am, teen art project

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at noon. Located at 26876 Pine Avenue, Bonita Springs. Call 239-992-0101 for additional information.

2:00 PM. Free Chamber Music Concert at Headquarters Library. Free concert by the Naples Philharmonic. Located at 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples. Call 239-593-0870 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

5:30 PM. Get Fired Up Fused Glass Class. Glass, materials, wine, food and guidance included. For further information call 239-495-8989 or visit www. artcenterbonita.org.

6:15 PM. Hispanic Heritage Family Celebration at South County Regional Library. Will you try to break the pinata? Books, crafts, food, music and more.

Sponsored by the Friends of South County Regional Library, Inc. Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-479-4636 for additional information.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Golden Gate Elementary School.

Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment.

Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 4911 20th Pl SW, Naples.

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The Shell Factory & Nature Park, North Fort Myers Monday, September 7 • 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Live music, Special Fun Park Package, 2 for 1 admission to the Nature Park, holiday BBQ cookout and the Soaring Eagle Zip Line. www.shellfactory.com

Peace Day in the Park Jaycee Park, Cape Coral Sunday, September 20 • 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Arts and crafts, workshops, meditation, yoga, health and wellness, kid activities, food, face-painting, live music, dancing and more! 239-560-5224

8:00 PM. Outdoor Movie: Wall-E. Free movie on the lawn across from Silverspot Cinema at Mercato. Please no coolers or outside food. Lawn chairs, blankets and well-behaved pets welcome. Located at 9128 Strada Place, Naples. Call 239-594-9400 or check www.mercatoshops.com for additional information.

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2:00 PM. Book Discussion: The Boston Girl by Anita Diamant at South Regional Library. A moving portrait of one woman’s complicated life in twentieth century America. Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples.

Call 239-252-7542 for additional information.

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3:00 PM. Free Chamber Music Concert at Naples Regional Library. Free concert by the Naples Philharmonic. Located at 650 Central Avenue, Naples.

Call 239-262-6853 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral Saturday, September 26 • 7-9 p.m.

Lovers Key Scavenger Hunt 8700 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach Saturday, September 26 • 8:30 a.m.

Participants will discover hidden gems of the park, as well as completing tasks along the route which make a positive impact on the environment. 239-463-4588

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6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Estates Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community.

Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext.

404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 5945 Everglades Blvd N, Naples.

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6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Pelican Marsh Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 9480 Airport Pulling Rd. N, Naples.

17 THURSDAY 10:00 AM. Dinosaur George Traveling Exhibit. The Collier County Museum in partnership with Collier County Parks and Recreation Department is excited to host the “Dinosaur George Live” presentation and “Dinosaur Museum Traveling Exhibit”. The live show will be held on Saturday, September 19 at 11:00 a.m., and traveling exhibit on Thursday and Friday, September 17-18

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from 10:00 a.m. -4:00p.m., and Saturday, September 19 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the North Collier Regional Park Exhibition Hall at 15000 Livingston Road, Naples. Call 239-252-4060 or check colliergov.net for additional information.

10:00 AM. Toddler Tales at South County Regional Library. This interactive time for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their favorite caregiver will include storytelling, wordplay, finger plays and music-making designed to advance pre-reading skills. Caregivers are encouraged to participate to model storytime behavior. Registration is required. Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero.

Call 239-479-4636 for additional information.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Sabal Palm Elementary School.

Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment.

Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 4095 18th Ave NE, Naples.

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6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Lake Park Elementary. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment.

Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts.org/join for additional information. Located at 14th Ave N, Naples.

6:30 PM. Third Thursday on Third. Musical performances in the Fleischmann Courtyard. Call 239-434-6533 or email /info@napleschamber.org for information.

18 FRIDAY 8:45 AM. Young Person’s Concert: The Snow Queen. Homeschoolers and families are welcome at the performance, which is part of the Artis—Naples Family Concerts series. Go to artisnaples.org/programs/young-persons-concert-2015 for other dates and times. Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples.

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6:00 PM. Max Hasse Community Park 4th and 5th Grade Dance. Pizza and soda served. Tickets on sale 2 weeks prior to the dance. Located at 3390 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples. Call 239-348-7500 or check colliergov.net for additional information.

6:30 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Golden Terrace Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www.girlscouts. org/join for additional information. Located at 2711 44th Terrace SW, Naples.

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19 SATURDAY 7:00 AM. Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. The Greater Naples YMCA, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Immokalee and the 1 by 1 Leadership Foundation, will host the first Naples Gus Macker Basketball Tournament at Golden Gate High School on September 19 and 20. Open to all players ages 7 to 70-plus, the 3-on-3, two-day tournament will include a double elimination format that guarantees two games for each four-person team; one spot on the roster is held for a single substitute. Registration is $132 per team. For more information, call 239-597-3148.

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the American Institute of Health and Safety. Topics covered include safety and injury prevention, leadership, first aid, playtime, basic caregiving skills, and more. $50 includes certification card. ($45 without.) Held at 1050 Pine Ridge Road, Naples.

Call 239-263-7017 or check www.NaplesFloridaKids.com for additional information.

For more information, please call 239- 252-8476 or go to www.colliermuseums.com.

9:00 AM. Curiosity Day at South County Regional Library. It all started with a little monkey who was very curious. Enter for a chance to win a Curious George keepsake. Fill out a banana shaped form telling us what you are curious about. Read a book about Curious George. Make a monkey mask to take home and enjoy other free activities.

Located at 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero. Call 239-479-4636 for additional information.

6:00 PM. Peace Day in the Park. Arts and crafts, workshops, meditation, yoga, health and wellness, kids activities, food face-painting, live music, dancing and more held at Jaycee Park, Cape Coral, Call 239-560-5224 for additional information.

10:00 AM. Democratic Women’s Club of Collier County. Join us to discuss issues important to all progressive Democrats through the eyes of the Democratic Women of Collier County and their supporters. Located at 6710 Lone Oak Blvd., Naples. Call 239-434-7754 for additional information.

11:00 AM. Bug in a Vacuum Storytime at Barnes and Noble. Join us for a storytime and activities featuring Barnes & Noble’s picture book of the month, Bug in a Vacuum. Activities to follow. Located at 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples.

Call 239-597-2040 for additional information..

11:00 AM. Community Day at Miromar Outlets. Enjoy a day of family fun. Meet and greet with local businesses in our community. Participate in exciting activities and enter for a chance to win prizes. Located at 10801 Corkscrew Rd., Estero.

Call 239-948-3766 or check /www.miromaroutlets.com for additional information.

11:00 AM. Dinosaur George Live. “Dinosaur George” Blasing, is a self taught paleontologist and animal behaviorist with more than 35 years of study and research. He is a public speaker, writer and television personality who has performed live to over 3 million people and has lectured in over 3000 museums, schools and public events. George’s live presentation is $5.00 for children and adults, and ages 2 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased at the Collier County Museum. Held at North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples.

All proceeds support the Collier County Museum.

11:00 AM. Free Kids Archery. Bass Pro Shops offers free children’s archery the third Saturday of each month. All equipment provided. Located at 10040 Gulf Center Drive, Estero. Call 239-4617800 for additional information.

6:30 PM. Summer Jazz on the Gulf at The Naples Beach Hotel. Guests may bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating, however no outside food and beverage is allowed on resort grounds.

For those not staying at the resort there will be parking just north of the hotel at Lowdermilk Park, with free parking provided to those with a Naples beach sticker, and free trolley service to the resort and back. Call 239- 261-2222 for additional information and directions.

21 MONDAY 9:30 AM. Music Together at South County Regional Library. A highly interactive musical experience designed for young children and their caregivers, presented by Family Music Time. Please register all children who will be attending. Located at South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero., Call 239-479-4636 for additional information.

6:45 PM. Girl Scout Information Night at Big Cypress Elementary School. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is inviting girls to join the fun and register for the upcoming membership year. Girls Scouting is a valuable, fun, and unique experience for girls because they “learn by doing” in a girl-led environment. Come see what Girl Scouts is all about at a Troop Building event in your community. Troop building nights provide an opportunity for parents and girls to learn about all the exciting things Girl Scouts has to offer. Call 800-232-4475 ext. 404, email barbarav@gsgcf.org or check www. girlscouts.org/join for additional information.

Located at 3250 Golden Gate Blvd. West, Naples.

22 TUESDAY 2:00 PM. Book Discussion: Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides at Naples Regional Library.

Calliope’s friendship with a classmate and her sense of identity are compromised by the adolescent discovery that she is a hermaphrodite, a situation with roots in her grandparent’s desperate struggle for survival in the 1920s. Located at 650 Central Avenue, Naples. Call 239-262-6853 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

3:00 PM. STEAM Workshop-Robotics at South Regional Library. Join Trisha Aldridge from County Extension and learn all about robotics using Lego Mindstorm EV3. Grades 2 through 5.

Located at 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples.

Call 239-252-7542 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

5:00 PM. Sensory Night at C’MON. C’mon provides Sensory Nights for children on the autism spectrum or with other sensory disabilities who would be unable to visit the museum during regular hours. Lighting and sound are muted and additional sensory activities and cool down spaces are provided. Sensory Night programs require advance registration using the links below. The cost to attend either program is $5 per person and free for members. If you have any questions regarding our accessibility, registering for one of these programs, or additional adaptations needed for your child, please contact education@cmon. org or 239-514-0084.

5:30 PM. Raku and You. Everyone goes home with their very own raku masterpiece. For more information call 495-8989 or visit the Center’s website at www.artcenterbonita.org. Located at 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs.

23 WEDNESDAY 3:00 PM. Remember the Ladies: Abigail Adams; at Naples Regional Library. This original one-woman play is a call to responsibility and duty. In it, Abigail Adams recounts her rich and varied life. A feisty, resourceful and determined woman, she cared for the family’s children, farm and finances while John was pre-occupied with the forming and survival of the new United States.

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Located at 650 Central Avenue, Naples. Call 239-262-6853 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

24 THURSDAY 3:00 PM. Script Club - The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams at Headquarters Library. If you’re a literary lover, join our new Script Club and learn how theatre artists translate what’s on the page to the stage! Gulfshore Playhouse staff will be leading book club style discussions surrounding the scripts for their 2015-2016 productions, diving into the themes and topics of each text as well as teaching the art of script reading and interpretation. Please pick up the script 14 days prior to the discussion at the hosting location. Located at 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples. Call 239-593-0870 or check public. collier-lib.org for additional information.

3:30 PM. STEAM Workshop-Robotics at Marco Island Library. Join Trisha Aldridge from County Extension and learn all about robotics using Lego Mindstorm EV3. Grades 2 through 5. Located at 210 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island. Call 239-394-3272 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

25 FRIDAY 5:30 PM. Third Annual Craving Fashion at Waterside Shops. A food and fashion event to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida and the United Way of Collier County. Sip, stroll, and shop amongst your favorite designers at Waterside Shops, while enjoying a taste of 40+ restaurants. Dress your fashionable best, and join us for this night out to support local food and fashion. 100% of the ticket sales will benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. To purchase tickets, please visit cf15.eventbrite.com. For more information about our event please follow our Instagram page @waterside shops and view and “like” our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/cravingfashion2015?ref=aymt_ homepage_panel.

26 SATURDAY 8:00 AM. Max Hasse Community Park Yard Sale. Come to sell or shop.

Call the park to reserve your spot. Located at 3390 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples.

Call 239-348-7500 or check colliergov.net for additional information.

8:00 AM. Walk for the Way. This 2.5-mile, family-friendly walk raised community awareness about the United Way and its important work, which helps over 100,000 residents annually in Collier County. To register go to www. unitedwayofcolliercounty.org. Held at North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Rd.., Naples.

9:00 AM. Lovers Key Scavenger Hunt. Participants must bring their own digital camera or cell phone with camera. Pre-Registration is required for this event and check-in will begin at 8:30AM. The Scavenger Hunt will traverse through beautiful Lovers Key State Park for 2-2.5 miles all of which can be walked to, and some of which include uneven and/or sandy terrain. Teams should be 6 members or less. This is a family friendly event and kids are invited to participate but must be on a team with at least one adult. To register, please contact the Ranger Station at 239- 463-4588. Located at 8700 Estero Blvd, Estero.

9:00 AM. National Estuaries Day at Rookery Bay: Free Admission. Boat tours, introductory 30-minute kayaking trips, paddleboarding on Henderson Creek, marine critter touch tank, live animal presentations and educational booths. Additionally, there will be crafts and activities for children. For more information contact the Environmental Learning Center at 239- 530-5977.

Located at 300 Tower Road, Naples.

10:00 AM. Blessing of the Stone Crab Fleet in Everglades City. The small town of Everglades City is known as the Stone Crab Capital of the World. On Saturday, Sept. 26, everyone is invited for the annual Blessing of the Stone Crab Fleet on the bank of the Barron River at the Rod & Gun Club Lodge. The event starts at 10 a.m. with arts and crafts booths, music, face painting, a frog jumping contest and a stone crab art contest for the kids, the annual Coconut

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Guava Cake Baking Contest and more. At noon local pastors will bless each boat as the town’s stone crab fishermen prepare for the annual Stone Crab Season. Located at 200 Riverside Drive, Everglades City. Call 239-260-4577 for additional information.

10:00 AM. Magic Carpet: Brass. The Naples Philharmonic performs an up-close concert for kids with instrument demonstrations. Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. Call 239- 597-1111 or check artisnaples.org for additional information.

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10:00 AM. T-Rex Planet. Life-like dinosaurs, realistic scenes, real breathing dinosaurs, museum quality dinosaurs, dino rides, fossil digs, bounce house, face-painting, moving dinosaurs and inflatables. Held at Lee Civic Center, Ft. Myers. Call 239-543-8368 for additional information.

11:00 AM. National Museum Day at Naples Depot Museum. Enjoy a special day out with the family at the Naples Depot Museum, as guests of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum Day. Take a tour of Naples first passenger train station, ride a miniature railroad, and join in a full day of lively, educational activities for both adults and children. Admission is free. Sponsored by the Friends of the Collier County Museums. For more information, call 239- 262-6525. Located at 1051 Fifth Ave S., Naples.

11:00 AM. Max the Brave Storytime at Barnes and Noble. Join us for a Storytime and activities featuring Max the Brave, a fearless kitten with a problem - he needs to know what a mouse looks like! Activities to follow. Located at 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. Call 239-597-2040 for additional information.

12:00 PM. K is for Kids Foundation Bookfair at Barnes and Noble. Join us for an in-store bookfair to benefit the K is for Kids Foundation. Located at 5377 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. Call 239-597-2040 or check bn.com for additional information.

27 SUNDAY 3:00 PM. FGCU Wind Orchestra. Students from Florida Gulf Coast University’s Bower School of Music perform on Hayes Hall stage. Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. Call 239- 597-1111 or check artisnaples.org for additional information.

28 MONDAY 9:00 AM. New Parents Take a Break at Whole Foods. Parents, we appreciate you for everything you do. Please be sure to stop by for one free coffee or tea and a pastry. Located at 9101 Strada Place, Naples. Call 239-552-5100 or check www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/naples for additional information.

4:30 PM. Mysteries of the Deep at Vanderbilt Beach Library. Did you know that Florida has the second longest coastline in the United States? Through time, all this water brought in all kinds of wonderful things. Come discover what underwater archaeologists study and how they do science underwater!

Open to ages 6-12 years. Located at 788 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. Call 239-597-8444 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

29 TUESDAY 5:30 PM. The Misadventures of Sandy Trowels at Estates Branch Library.

Sandy Trowels and her sidekick, Buckets, are on an adventure to discover Florida archaeology. Grades 1 through 5. Located at 1266 Golden Gate Blvd.

W., Naples. Call 239-455-8088 or check public.collier-lib.org for additional information.

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6:00 PM. Free Admission to The Baker Museum. Enjoy free admission to The Baker Museum the last Wednesday of each month from 6 to 9pm. A local band offers musical entertainment and audiences of all ages are welcome to view the galleries and learn from our docents. Located at 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples. Call 239-597-1900 or check www.thephil.org for information.

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By Anna Futrell

Dancing

PHOTO BY GENE SCHIAVONE

TOWARDS A CAREER

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ursuing a career as a professional dancer takes years of intensity, focus, and hard work. These five Naples students dream of becoming professional dancers and instructors. We spoke with them to see how they are working towards their goals, navigating challenges, and reaching for success.

THE STUDENTS JADE KESSLER, age 10 and a student at Dance Arts by Maria, dances as much as possible around the community and is involved on a competitive dance team. She adores her dance teachers and their role in her desire to pursue dance as a career. “The teachers inspire me to be the best dancer I can be,” she says.

Dance performances make Jade happy; this joy in competition has helped Jade commit to her dream of becoming a professional dancer. “My teacher asked me to perform a solo for this year’s competition, along with a duet for another performance! I am learning so much now and I feel well-prepared. I would like to go to a school of performing arts someday.”

CAROLINE BUCKHEIT is 14 years old, trains at Backstage Dance Academy, and dances 20 hours per week. She also is involved with Gulfshore Ballet. Caroline says she is most comfortable when she is on stage performing. “I’m a quiet person by nature, but when I step on stage, it’s like I am in a different world.” Why, exactly, does Caroline desire to make a career out of dance? “It’s just something I’m so passionate about – I know I want it.”

At age 14, Caroline is well on her way to becoming a professional dancer. “I plan to join Boston Ballet’s pre-professional program in January of 2016. The path to professional dance begins in a pre-professional program, moves to a trainee program, and then to a hiring process with a company. Most often, it is necessary that you commit to this path by the age of 15.” Caroline’s path has been balanced, organized, and filled with sacrifices that remind her of her strong commitment to her passion.

SKYLAR FRY, age 13 and a student at Backstage Dance, has a passion for wordless expression through dance. “I love dance because I am able to express myself by moving instead of relying on words.”

Skylar willingly makes sacrifices because of her love for her fellow dancers. “I have so much fun dancing with my teammates. We work hard, laugh together, and build amazing memories along the way.”

Her passion for mastering ballet has inspired her to work hard as well.

To achieve her dream of becoming a professional dancer, Skylar’s mantra is “to work hard through every class. I dance six days a week and take advantage of every opportunity at my dance studio. I realize that it is important to be challenged and learn from many different people, and I hope to attend more summer dance intensives around the country that will offer dance opportunities in a professional environment.”

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by Maria. She recalls the moment she first started: “I knew I loved dance when I was three years old and put on my first pair of ballet shoes. I started twirling and thought I could fly.”

Aubrey loves to be on stage bringing joy to an audience, but she is also open to pursuing a career in dance as an instructor.

“I love helping little ones learn to dance,” Skylar states. “My mom says I’m a kid magnet. I love seeing how excited they get.”

Aubrey works hard throughout the year on her dance. “Mrs. Maria [owner of Dance Arts by Maria] is supportive of our dreams. She finds intensives and workshops for us to participate in throughout the year and over the summer.” To achieve her dream of becoming a professional dancer, Aubrey takes care of her body. “Eating healthy is very important. I also joined my cross country team at Gulf View Middle School last year to help with my leg strength and stamina.” Aubrey plans to attend college and major in dance and minor in education.

ERIKA MOGELVANG is 11 years old and has been dancing since age three at Dance Arts by Maria. “The studio has supportive teachers who help you grow,” Erika notes. She loves the excitement of dance, and as she enters seventh grade, she is looking forward to pursuing a career passing on this excitement to other dance students.

Erika is pursuing those dreams by taking as many classes in various dance styles as possible and continuing to compete. “I am seeking to improve my technique and turns. I work hard as a competitive dancer.

Each time I take the stage, I am a little less nervous. I just purchased my first pair of pointe shoes, so I look forward to studying that form of dance too!”

THE DELICATE BALANCE All five of these Naples area dance students seek a delicate balance between their priorities – and all list dance and school at the top of their lists. Skylar Fry notes that, “time management is key in this balance, and I limit social time and avoid procrastination.”

Erika Mogelvang always looks ahead.

“Usually,” she says, “I do homework during school or in the car. I really only have one free day a week, so I am always thinking about upcoming assignments.”

With very limited free time, it can be easy to get discouraged, but every one of

these five dancers pointed to their unwavering commitment to dance. Jade Kessler has committed herself fully to the study of dance: “I had soccer, gymnastics and piano, but now I am concentrating on dance alone – taking performance technique, ballet, tap, and jazz for competition.”

Each one expressed appreciation for their teachers and family members as well.

Aubrey Porter states: “My parents always said school has to come first if I want to further my dance career. It takes a lot of organization. My parents really keep me on track and make sure I’m getting my work done.”

These dance students also expressed gratitude for supportive friends. “I have a lot of great friends who understand that I don’t do sleepovers and sometimes miss birthday parties because I have dance,” Caroline Buckheit says, “And I think that my success so far has been because I have found friends, a school, and studios that support me. They all understand my commitment.”

ONE TEACHER’S ADVICE How much determination does it take to become a professional dancer? Ashley McLean, a dance teacher at Dance Arts

by Maria, provides some helpful advice to young, aspiring dance students. “Know that this road is going to be hard. Even though you are an amazing dancer, you cannot expect to get every job for which you audition. Choreographers are looking for a certain look and style, and it is easy to get discouraged. I tell my students to be humble, and stay positive.”

For students seeking to be dance instructors in the future, Ashley encourages her students to remain up-to-date regarding trends and developments. “Being a dance instructor is a way to pass on the knowledge you have learned. I advise students aspiring to teach dance to continue to learn new things in order to keep your own students progressing.”

There are a variety of paths to a career in dance: working on Broadway or other theater shows, dancing on cruise ships or at amusement parks, or teaching dance are all ways to create a career out of a passion.

It will be interesting to watch Jade, Caroline, Skylar, Aubrey and Erika as they work towards the goal of making a career out of their dance passion!

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Much more than just art, children learn something new about the arts, an artist, a foreign country, an animal, the world as they create a work of art to express themselves. My Gym is located at 13020 Livingston Road, Suite 17 in Naples.

Understand Photography (239) 263-7001 Understand Photography provides photography lessons to photographers who prefer step by step, easy to understand instructions. The school’s mission and motto is “We Simplify the Technical.” Students can learn at their own pace, at the studio in Naples, on location or in the privacy of their own home via online classes. Workshops for teens as well as adults are offered.

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Whether you’re enrolled in one of our children’s Combo Classes, Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Acro or a Broadway Jazz class all our students have a wonderful time while being taught by our professional staff. Girls and boys ages 2 and older who are new to dance, want to get back into dance or who have been dancing for years are welcome. Stop by and visit our friendly staff at 5400 Jaeger Road, Unit 1 or visit the website at www.bdanaples.com for more information on how you can bring the joy of dance into your child’s life. We look forward to meeting you.

Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs (239) 495-8989 The Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs offers a wide variety of art and art related classes for both children and adults. Saturday and after school classes include art, theater, dance and more.

Collier County Parks & Rec • (239) 252-4000 The County Parks & Recreation Dept. offers a variety of options for dance students of every age and level at different county parks and community centers.

Check www.colliergov.net for schedule and registration information.

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Dance Arts by Maria • (239) 513-6999 Dance Arts by Maria, Inc. teaches a love and appreciation for the art of dance to all ages and levels of students. Dancers between the ages of 2-18 can learn ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and lyrical. In addition to recreational classes the studio offers multiple performance team opportunities and an award winning competitive team. New this fall is a mommy and me class for toddlers and their parents. The studio participates in charitable events throughout Naples so keep an eye out for our dancers. For more information please contact the studio 239-513-6999 or email naplesdancearts.com. To keep up to date check out our Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter pages @naplesdancearts.

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MUSIC & THEATRE Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs (239) 495-8989 The Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs offers a wide variety of art and art related classes for both children and adults. Saturday and after school classes include art, theater, dance and more.

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Gulfshore Playhouse • (239) 261-7529 Gulfshore Playhouse Education serves Southwest Florida through a wide variety of unique educational opportunities. The Playhouse’s educational programming provides people from the diverse community accessibility to the art of theatre.

Program offerings for youth grades pre-K to 12 range from STAR (Student Theatre Artist in Residence) theatre classes, summer camps, and productions to ThinkTheatre in-school and classroom programs. Gulfshore Playhouse also provides a variety of educational opportunities for adults, from Synergy Series audience enrichment programs to professional internships.

KidzAct Youth Theatre of The Naples Players (239) 434-7340, Ext. 39 KidzAct programs are offered year round in three sessions: Summer, Fall and Winter/Spring. For younger students, six levels of skill/showcase classes are offered in singing, dancing, acting and theatre etiquette. Teen programs in song, dance and acting are also offered. KidzAct production classes present six full productions for advanced students, ranging from theatre for young audiences to teen musicals and “Shakespeare on the Plaza.” Located at 701 5th Avenue South, Naples, Florida, 34102.

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By Andrea Breznay

Mom and Dad: Creativity isn’t just for your kids!

Try Your Hand at Pottery T

he beginning of the school year is a great time for kids to start a new activity or sport. It’s also the perfect time for mom and dad to exercise their creative muscles with a new hobby.

If you’ve been considering trying an artsrelated activity–why not give pottery a go?

In addition to those pretty and functional pieces you’ll have to decorate your home or give as gifts, creative hobbies could keep your brain sharp as you age. A study by the Mayo Clinic found that engaging in a creative hobby helped reduce the risk of dementia and preserve memory in middle age participants. A new creative hobby is a great way to model lifelong learning to your children. It’s also a wonderful stress release. Bending over a pottery wheel while you mold a lump of clay into something recognizable is a form of meditation that really can quiet the mind.

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Donna Torrance has been a pottery teacher for 35 years including 23 years teaching adult education in Collier County. Torrance now teaches at Clay More Ceramics and the Naples Art association at the Von Liebig center. Her advice for pottery newbies is simple: “Seek out a center or studio to get some lessons and then, like anything else, practice.”

Throwing pottery is a fun but challenging hobby that gets you down and dirty. It looks easy and even a little sexy (you’ve seen “Ghost,” right?) but the reality is that it’s more complex and requires lots of practice to perfect. Your pieces will be lopsided and a little rough but that’s part of the fun. As you practice you’ll improve, but for many potters, creating the perfect piece isn’t the point–it really is about the process.

You should take classes to make any headway with wheelthrown pottery. Once you have the basics down, it’s all about repetition and practice. The process itself is simple: create a bowl or other shape on the wheel, cut if off the base, trim it after it is leather hard, let it dry thoroughly and then it is fired. Once it is bisque fired, you glaze and then fire again. After the second firing, you’re done. There are several types of clay and glazes–the merits of each will be explained by your teacher–but in general, most beginners start with earthenware because it’s a little more rugged and the glazing process is relatively simple.

You can also create hand-built pots and other shapes using pinching, coiling, and slab techniques. Various textures can be stamped into the clay to create the designs and shapes. You also can combine the two forms by adding hand built parts to a thrown piece.

However you choose to get started in pottery, my advice is to start! It’s fun, relaxing and sparks your creative spirit.

The following organizations and businesses offer pottery classes in the Naples and Bonita Springs area: Art League of Bonita Springs Wheel, hand building, sculpture classes and workshops for adults and children.

Also offers open studio time.

26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs www.naplesart.org 239-495-8989 Claymore Ceramics Hand building and wheel classes as well as open studio time.

1750 J & C Blvd., Naples claymoreceramics.com 239-821-0750 Collier County Adult School Hand building and wheel classes held at Barron Collier High School.

5600 Cougar Drive, Naples www.collieradulted.com 239-377-1234 Marco Island Center for the Arts Offering wheel classes and workshops.

1010 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island www.marcoislandart.org 239-394-4221 The Von Liebig Art Center Wheel, hand building, and sculpture classes and workshops for adults and children.

585 Park Street, Naples www.naplesart.org 239-262-6517

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