October 2016 Happenings Magazine

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Naples • Fort Myers • Cape Coral • Port Charlotte

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Finally, itʼs here

It’s official, theatre season has started in Southwest Florida. We have at least 16 different productions being staged at our local venues just this month. The offerings are plentiful and diverse; leaving us with the tough decision of which shows we can go see. Here is what our local theatre groups are offering: The Naples Players open their season with The Rocky Horror Show at Sugden Theatre. That show runs Oct. 12 through Nov. 6.

In Fort Myers, Yesterdays - the music revue of the 50s and 60s continues at the Broadway Palm through Oct. 8.

Gulfshore Playhouse opens its season with Constellations on stage at The Norris Center in Naples Oct. 8 through Oct. 30.

In Cape Coral, Cultural Park Theater presents its Broadway Showstoppers Revue Sept. 30 through Oct. 9.

TheatreZone and FGCU have again partnered to present Of Thee I Sing on stage Oct. 6 - 9 at FGCU in Fort Myers.

Florida Repertory Theatre begins its new season with Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End. That runs Oct. 7 - Nov. 6 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. In the Arcade Theatre, Florida Rep will present Over the River and Through the Woods Oct. 28 through Nov. 16.

The Charlotte Players continue their presentation of Jerry’s Girls at the Langdon Playhouse Sept. 29 - Oct. 2. Later in the month, they will stage Wife Begins at 40, which plays Oct. 21 - 30 at the Langdon Playhouse.

The Nerd opens the Off Broadway Palm season on Oct. 6. That show runs through Nov. 12 on the Fort Myers stage.

In LaBelle, the Firehouse Community Theatre presents Farce of Nature Oct. 28 through Nov. 6.

Broadway Palm will welcome Evita to its main stage Oct. 13 Nov. 19.

The Naples Players will perform Outside Mullingar Oct. 26 - Nov. 20 at the Sugden Theatre.

In Fort Myers, Theatre Conspiracy will stage The Taming Oct. 14 - 30 at Foulds Theatre.

Laboratory Theater of Florida opens its new season with The Best Man. That play runs Oct. 7 - 29 in Fort Myers.

The Cemetery Club is being presented by the Marco Players Oct. 26 through Nov. 13.

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Happenings Magazine has teamed up with the 70s Rock and Romance Cruise, and we are able to offer our readers some great savings on the March 11-16, 2017, cruise from Fort Lauderdale to the Caribbean. Artists scheduled to be on board include Peter Frampton, Little River Band, America, Christopher Cross, Ambrosia, Firefall, Stephen Bishop, Orleans and The Orchestra starring former members of ELO, just to name a few. Our cruise host is actor Barry Williams. When you use the special promo code (Happenings), you can save hundreds of dollars on select cabin reservations. Not only will you see more than 35 live performances by these artists and others, you will get to experience 20 fan interactive events. Hurry, book today, and use that promo code. See page 5 for details.

More great concerts on tap

Oh my, the concert season is heating up in our region. Here are just some of the great arists who will be performing in the coming months: Maren Morris, Jack Russell & Great White, Boney James, Skid Row, Cinder, Peter Frampton, Dennis DeYoung, Lonestar, Sammy Kershaw, Kool & The Gang, Clint Black, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Here Come the Mummies, Jana Kramer, Chase Bryant, 38 Special, Kenny Neal, Jason Isbell, O.A.R., Sawyer Brown, Mary Chapin Carpenter, ZZ Top, Les Stroud, Big SMO, Rick Springfield, Gavin DeGraw, Andy Grammer, Joe Louis Walker, Bob Dylan, Craig Morgan, Mannheim Steamroller, Frankie Ballard, Casting Crowns, Tyler Farr, Bobbie Bones & the Raging Idiots, Luke Combs, Eli Young Band, Chris Lane and Martina McBride.

Rock on,

Jamie

What’s Inside

Theatre

pages 6 - 17

Rocky Horror, At Wit’s End, Evita

Art

pages 18 - 27

SoCo event, ACT auction, Fall for the Arts

Music

pages 28 - 37

Pumpkin Fest, Oktoberfest, Brew-Ha-Ha

In Concert

pages 38 - 39

Kool and The Gang, Lonestar, Sawyer Brown

Comedy Clubs

page 40

Comedy club schedules for October

River District

pages 42 - 45

More events return this fall, Comic Fest

Dining

pages 46 - 47

Pinchers and 12 other options

Calendar

pages 48 - 55

October cultural events in SW Florida

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NAPLES PLAYERS TO STAGE ROCKY HORROR SHOW

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The Naples Players will present The Rocky Horror Show live on stage Oct. 12 – Nov. 6 in Blackburn Hall at Sugden Community Theatre in downtown Naples.

This rocking musical is a cult classic. Crazy characters inhabit this humorous and provocative tribute to the cheesy science fiction and horror B movie genre. The story follows the innocent and newly-engaged Brad and Janet as they get caught in a storm and find themselves at the mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter and his motley misfits who are anything but innocent.

Dawn Lebrecht Fornara will direct and choreograph and Charles Fornara will musical direct. This is the same talented team that headed up the successful summer musical, Catch Me If You Can. Transylvanian leader and mad scientist Dr. Frank-NFurter will be played by Mark Vanagas. Vanagas, a TNP Life Member Award winner, has been seen in 22 Naples Players productions since 2002, including 42nd Street, The Lion in Winter, Cabaret, Red, Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure, The Mystery of Irma Vep and The Producers.

Jasmine Vizena will be playing Janet Weiss, the musical’s nominated “good-girl.” Vizena has been seen on the TNP stage belting tunes in Annie, and Shout! The Mod Musical, and played the role of Cecily in The Importance of Being Earnest.

Jesse Hughes as Brad, Mark Vanagas as Dr. Frank-n-Further and Brad Majors, Janet’s fiance and the play’s wholesome Jasmine Vizena as Janet in The Naples Palyers production of boy next door, will be portrayed by Jesse Hughes. A newThe Rocky Horror Show. comer to The Naples Players, Hughes will be returning to the stage after an eight year acting hiatus. Moving to Naples

from Kansas three years ago, Hughes performed in numerous plays and musicals in both high school and college.

Book, music and lyrics for The Rocky Horror Show are written by Richard O’Brien.

Theatre goers are encouraged to dress in costume for any performance. Friday nights will be designated as “Participation Nights,” when The Rocky Horror Show goodie bags can be purchased for $5 each for a fully interactive experience. A special late night performance will be held on Friday, Oct. 28 at 11 p.m. This special event will include a goodie bag with your ticket purchase.

Sorry, attendees will not be allowed to bring in props of any kind from outside the theatre.

Performances are Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $40 for adults and $10 for students 21 and under. Tickets for the late show performance are $50 for adults and $20 for students 21 and under and will include participation bags at no additional cost. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, with credit card by calling 239-263-7990, or online at www.naplesplayers.org. Sugden Community Theatre is located at 701 5th Avenue South, Naples.

Please note, this show is rated R for mature humor, strong language, sexual content and partial nudity and is not be suitable for children.

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Florida Rep opens new season with Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End Florida Repertory Theatre announces the opening of its 2016-2017 season with another onewoman tour-de-force, Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End starring Florida Rep ensemble member and audience favorite Carrie Lund.

"If life is a bowl of cherries, what am I doing in the pits?" Erma Bombeck, the award-winning humorist and writer known for her hilarious take on women's lives is jumping to the stage this October for the first time anywhere in the Southeast.

Written by journalists and playwright sisters Allison Engel and Margaret Engel, Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End plays in Florida Rep's intimate 110-seat ArtStage Carrie Lund stars in Erma Bombeck: At Witʼs End Studio Theatre Oct. 7 to playing Oct. 7 to Nov. 6 at Florida Repʼs ArtStage Nov. 6.

Studio Theatre in downtown Fort Myers.

Hot off its world premiere in Washington, Carolina, as well as the Three River D.C., comes a witty and moving look at Shakespeare Festival, Pittsburgh one of our country’s most beloved voices.

Playhouse, and American Ibsen Theatre Erma Bombeck captured the frustrations in Pittsburgh. In 1987, the Sanibelof her generation as a mother and wife.

Captiva Chamber of Commerce awarded Discover the story behind the award-winher the Distinguished Citizen Award and ning humorist who championed women’s the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997. lives with wit that sprang from the most Veteran regional theatre actor and unexpected place of all — the truth. director and Florida Rep regular, Michael "I couldn't be more excited to present Marotta, directs the production after this hilarious and relatable comedy," said directing I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti producing artistic director Robert in 2015 and helming the 2014 Rodgers & Cacioppo, "After the wild success of last Hammerstein revue, A Grand Night for season's I Loved, I Lost, I Made Singing as director and choreographer.

Spaghetti, it only seemed right to open He also recently appeared on the our season once again with another one Artstage in The Fantasticks in 2013. woman show. And what better choice Marotta is joined by lighting and sound than Erma Bombeck, the woman who designer, John Kiselica, costume designchronicled life of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s er, Alexandria Vazquez, stage manager, through not only humor, but plain, undeniAmy L. Massari, and set designer Jordan able reality."

Moore.

Florida Rep co-founder and ensemble Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End plays in member Carrie Lund, has been seen in the ArtStage Studio Theatre Oct. 7 – Nov. all eight Florida Rep shows reviewed by 6. The discounted previews are sold out.

The Wall Street Journal: The Cocktail Regular performances are Tuesday Hour, One Slight Hitch, Arsenic and Old Saturday at 8 p.m. with matinees on Lace, The Little Foxes, God of Carnage, Thursday, Sunday and select Saturdays.

Sylvia, You Can’t Take It with You, and Priced at $52/$45 and $32/$25 for disDancing at Lughnasa stars as the bold counted previews, single tickets are now and witty columnist, Erma Bombeck. In on sale through the box office at 239-3322012, she was named 4488 and online at www.floridarep.org.

Best Actress of the Subscriptions for the 2016-2017 season Year and named one of offer the best seats and the biggest savthe Power Women of ings, and packages start as low as $125 the Year by Florida for 5 plays and offer up to 43% off single Weekly. She has proticket prices. duced theatre compaFlorida Repertory Theatre performs in nies in her hometown the Historic Arcade Theatre and the of Erie, Penn., and New ArtStage Studio Theatre on Bay Street York City and has perbetween Jackson & Hendry with limited formed in regional thefree parking in the Fort Myers River Michael atres in New York, District.

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Constellations opens season for Gulfshore Playhouse

Gulfshore Playhouse presents Constellations Oct. 8 – 30 at The Norris Centre in Naples as its season opener.

Have you ever thought about all the paths you didn’t take? In this electrifying Broadway smash hit, Marianne and Roland’s relationship unfolds across time and space in a series of breathtaking vignettes, with each choice sending them hurtling into one possibility or another.

Constellations explores the chaos, inevitabilities and possibilities of life and love. Join us for this spectacular season opener, staged on the floor level for a uniquely intimate experience. “This is a don’t-miss” as former artistic associate Cody Nickell and his talented wife, Kate Eastwood Norris, take this two-person play by storm.

Constellations by Nick Payne is a love story unlike any other, exploring life and love with all of its chaos, its inevitabilities, and its endless possibilities.

Cody is thrilled to return to the Gulfshore Playhouse stage. Cody was most recently seen here for a third time in the one-man show, Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol, and during his time as Artistic Associate directed and acted in over 12 productions.

He has performed at theatres all over the country including Studio Theatre, Woolly Mammoth, Shakespeare Santa Cruz, Portland Center Stage, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Barrington Stage, Two River Theatre, The Wilma, The Arden Theatre, PlayMakers Rep, Syracuse Stage, The Folger and

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San Jose Rep. Recipient of the Connecticut Critics Circle Award for Best Actor, and nominated 3 times for The Robert Prosky Award for Outstanding Lead Actor, Cody’s work extends beyond the theatre to Cody Nickell films, television, and voiceovers. Cody is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s School Of Drama.

Kate Eastwood Norris is delighted to return to Gulfshore Playhouse where she was last seen as Phyllis in Body Awareness. Other favorite credits include productions at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Arena Stage, Studio Theatre, Folger Theatre, Portland Center Stage, Santa Cruz Shakespeare, Round House Theatre, The Humana Festival at Actor’s Theatre of Louisville – 2011 and 2012, Florida Stage, Two River Theatre, Delaware Theatre, Arden Theatre, Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre, Syracuse Stage, The Wilma Theatre, and special appearances with the Alaskan and Baltimore Symphonies. Kate is a company member at Woolly Mammoth Theatre, and has received two Helen Hayes Awards and Philadelphia’s Barrymore Award for her acting.

Matt Pfeiffer will direct the local production of Constellations. Pfeiffer is a Philly born actor and director who serves as the associate artistic director of Theatre Exile. Previously at Gulfshore he directed

The Whipping Man. Recent directing credits; the world premieres of Funnyman (Arden Theatre) Down Past Passyunk (Interact) To The Moon (1812 Productions) and the Los Angeles premiere of Completeness.

Evening shows begin at 8 p.m.

Kate Eastwood and matinees begin at 3 p.m.

Preview performances will be Oct 6 Norris and 7 (for $30) “From a 10-person version of one of the world’s most beloved musicals, to a one-woman show with a woman who plays many parts, to a three-person version of one of our favorite Sherlock Holmes mysteries, to a small, raw, many-hatted version of our first Shakespeare - this is truly "the year of the actor.

Theatre-goers will have the opportunity to see these incredibly talented professionals transform in front of their eyes - leaping through universes, and from character to character with an ease that only a person who has spent their lifetime in the theatre can provide. We hope theatre-goers will join us for what is sure to be a record-setting season for Gulfshore Playhouse,” said Kristen Coury, Gulfshore Playhouse’s founding artistic director, about the 201617 season.

Gulfshore Playhouse offers several subscription packages where patrons can purchase tickets for three to six shows and receive special benefits.

Subscription package prices range from $148.50 to $375 per subscription. Single tickets start at $45.

To purchase a subscription or tickets, visit www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org or call 239-261-PLAY (7529).

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CULTURAL PARK THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

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Broadway Cultural Park Theatre’s

Showstoppers Revue Pictured (back) are Farce of Nature cast members Callie Burley and Trevor Battams; (front) Jeff Schmitt, Brittany Hilton, Bob Speckin, Richelle Battams, Jack Webb and Brenda Barnes. Not pictured is Tammar Hammer.

Farce of Nature opens Oct. 28 at Firehouse Theatre in LaBelle

Get ready to laugh out loud and have a great time at the Firehouse Community Theatre in LaBelle. The 24th season kicks off with Farce of Nature.

In this side-splittingly funny southern-fried comedy, you’ll meet the Wilburn family of Mayhew, Ark., and spend an outrageously funny day at Reel 'Em Inn…the finest little fishing lodge in the Ozarks.

Can the lodge be saved from gangsters, love-starved females, jealous husbands, ruthless corporate executives, a cranky senior citizen, a maid packing heat, a jittery man masquerading as a woman, and vicious varmints?

This funny comedy is guaranteed to win you over—hook, line, and sinker. It is directed by Deb Speckin and Cindy Shough. Farce of Nature is written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten.

Performances will be Oct. 28 - 30 and Nov. 3 - 6. Show times are 7 p.m.

Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. om Sundays. Tickets are $14 in advance and $16 at the door. For more information, visit www.firehousecommunitytheatre.com or call the ticket hotline at 863-675-3066 (leave a message).

The Firehouse Theatre is located at 241 N. Bridge St. in LaBelle.

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Of Thee I Sing on stage Oct. 6 - 9 TheatreZone and FGCU

TheatreZone opens its 2016 season with George and Ira Gershwin's Of Thee I Sing, the uproarious 1931 satire of love and politics.

“Bringing this show to the Southwest Florida concert stage is a great privilege,” says TheatreZone artistic director Mark Danni. “To start work on a production that has stamped itself firmly as one of the great shows in the history of musical theatre and perform this rarely-heard work from one of America’s most important composer and lyricist is exciting,” he adds.

Of Thee I Sing will be directed and conducted by Danni, reimagined as a live fully staged, concert experience with four professional singer-actors, a choir of 11 and an eight-piece orchestra.

“TheatreZone’s continuing association with FGCU Bower School of Music & the Arts is one which sees us honing in on another timeless classic of musical -- a satirical look at American politics features a score of recognizable songs including "Who Cares” and “Of Thee I Sing,” explains Danni.

With book by George S. Kaufman and Morrie Ryskind, music by George Gershwin and Lyrics by Ira Gershwin, Of Thee I Sing won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1932, making it the first musical ever to do so.

The cast is led by TheatreZone favorite and FGCU professor Gerritt Vandermeer starring as John P.

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Wintergreen, the brain-dead but love-struck National Party's candidate for president of the United States; a charmingly pert soprano Kellie Cullinan as his secretary turned first lady; a sultry Kayley Stephens as the outraged Southern belle Diane Cullinan Devereaux who sashays in and out, and the priceless Wayne Morton as the invisible man otherwise known as vice president Alexander Throttlebottom where Morton will display his gift for comic characterization.

The everlasting humor of George S. Kaufman and Morrie Ryskind’s book, combined with the sparkling melodies of George Gershwin and the witty quipster lyrics of his brother Ira make this good-natured trivialization of the presidency, Congress and the Supreme Court far more timely today than in the 1930s believes Danni. The show opened on Broadway in 1931, and was the first Broadway musical to win a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The play opens in an election year, as the National Party campaigns for their presidential nominee, John P. Wintergreen, running on a platform based on love. The score includes "Love is

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Sweeping the Country," "Who Cares," and "Of Thee I Sing (Baby)."

Of Thee I Sing performances will be Oct. 6, 7 and 8 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 9 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Tickets for Of Thee I Sing are available at the TheatreZone Box Office 888-966-3352 or online at www.theatrezone-florida.com. Tickets for the orchestra are $45, tickets for premium orchestra are $55, and tickets for box seats are $65. A limited number of $10 FGCU student tickets will be available at will call only.

Of Thee I Sing will be performed in U. Tobe Recital Hall on the FGCU campus at 10501 FGCU Blvd. S. for five performances Oct. 6 through Oct. 9. A traditional talk back (post-performance discussion with cast and artistic team) will take place immediately following the Friday, Oct. 7 show at 10 p.m.

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Martin & Lewis tribute Oct. 14 - 16

Broadway Showstoppers Revue at Cultural Park Theatre in Cape Coral

By Michael Moran Showstoppers Broadway Revue opens at the Cultural Park Theatre Sept. 30 and will run through Oct. 9.

The format was created by yours truly eight years ago, and it has grown over the years to become our patrons favorite revue of our season.

Featuring some of Broadway’s famous showstopper songs from the past to the present, our cast, some of the finest performers of Lee County, will sing and dance their way into the hearts of their audiences.

The music, meticulously and professionally directed by Tyler Omundsen, will delight your ears.

On a special note to our theatre patrons: Showstoppers is the second production of our 2016-2017 season that has been generously sponsored by the Culliton Gunterberg Charitable Foundation.

If you like Broadway music, as I do, then this dynamic showcase of music from some of the finest musical classics of America’s Great White Way will be an evening you will thoroughly enjoy and won’t forget.

The evening performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. with two matinee performances on Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are adults $19, seniors $17 and students $13. For special group prices, please call the box office for more information.

Also on stage in October, we welcome back the wonderful comedy and

music of the one and only tribute to Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. For a night of laughter, great music and nostalgia, Cultural Park Theatre’s Martin and Lewis Tribute Show will take you on a trip down memory lane.

The show pays tribute to the world's most beloved musical/comedy duo of Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis were the hottest act in America during the early '50s.

Dean Martin was the straight man and Jerry Lewis added the comedy. This is a show in a class all its own.

Never have two artists captured the very essence and chemistry of the celebrities they perform as have Tyler Omundsen and Louis Monaco. These two incredible performers have each had success on their own, yet add both of their talent together and you’re in for one wonderful performance. They will make you feel like you have transported back to the Copa. This is indeed a comedy show for the entire family.

People watching rehearsal have said that, “It’s like watching a movie of Dean & Jerry at a casino in Vegas. They not only look and sound exactly like Martin & Lewis, but they "nail" the characters with the stand up, gags, and songs too!”

This first performance of our concert series will be on stage Oct. 14,15 and 16 with four performances only with a ticket price $20.

I suggest you begin to plan to get your tickets for these productions soon.

Call the box office at 239–772–5862.

For more information, check out our brand new website at www.culturalparktheatre.com and visit us on Facebook.

Michael Moran is executive director of the Cultural Park Theatre Company

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Evita plays at Broadway Palm Oct. 13 - Nov. 19

Broadway Palm is thrilled to present the dynamic musical Evita playing Oct. 13 through Nov. 19.

This Tony Award-winning production is based on the unforgettable life story of Eva Peron, an activist, suffragist and adored celebrity.

Said to be one of the most popular collaborations between Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Evita tells the story of Argentina's controversial First Lady. Rising from nothing, driven by ambition and blessed with charisma, Eva Peron “saint to the working-class, reviled by the aristocracy and mistrusted by the military” was destined to leave a fascinating political legacy unique in the 20th century.

She was a starlet at twenty-two, the president’s mistress at twentyfour, First Lady at 27 and dead at 33.

The mesmerizing score features the memorable song “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina.”

The musical masterpiece Evita is playing Oct. 13 through Nov. 19 at Broadway Palm. Performances are Wednesday through Sunday

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evenings with selected matinees.

Beginning Oct. 25, performances are Tuesday through Sunday with selected matinees.

Ticket prices range from $40 to $65 with group discounts available for parties of 20 or more. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting www.BroadwayPalm.com or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers.

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Wife Begins at 40 on stage at Langdon Playhouse The Charlotte Players continue their new season at the Langdon Playhouse with the production Wife Begins at 40 Oct. 21 - 30.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students. Langdon Playhouse is located at 1182 Market Circle in Port Charlotte. Call the box office at 941255-1022 for tickets.

In Wife Begins at 40, George and Linda Harper’s 17-year marriage has gone stale. When nothing works and they’re faced with divorce, circumstances make them realize that they still care about each other, that marriages need effort and to be renegotiated from time to time and that theirs is certainly worth a second chance.

Other shows this season at Langdon Playhouse include the following: Beckyʼs New Car - Nov. 10 – 20 Becky Foster is caught in middle age, middle management and in a middling marriage – with no prospects for change on the horizon. Then one night, Becky is offered nothing short of a new life. Enjoy this devious yet delightful romp down the road not taken.

Weekend Comedy - Jan. 6 – 15 A couple in their late 40s to mid-50s

and a couple in their mid to late 20s have accidentally rented the same cottage for a three-day weekend. They decide to share it. We watch the comedic clash between generations.

The Savannah Sipping Society Feb. 2 -12 Four women “of a certain age” happen to meet at a Savannah-area happy hour. Though each face their own career and relationship challenges, the quartet become fast friends, meeting up once a week to drown their sorrows and/or toast their successes, ultimately helping one another start anew.

The Last Romance - March 9 - 19 A crush can make anyone feel young again—even a widower named Ralph. On an ordinary day in a routine life, Ralph decides to take a different path on his daily walk-one that leads him to an unexpected chance at love.

A heart-warming comedy about the transformative power of love.

Things My Mother Taught Me April 6 - 15 Olivia and Gabe are moving in to their first apartment together, halfway across the country from their parents, so imagine their surprise when everyone shows up to help them.

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Lab Theater opens The Best Man Oct. 7 on Fort Myers stage

This election season, Lab Theater audiences will decide “Who is the best man?”

During the 1960 presidential primary, two imperfect candidates are vying for their party's nomination, as well as the current president's endorsement. The first believes he is honest and ethical, while the second will do whatever it takes to win.

Then there's the ex-president, who would rather see these two battle it out, in spite of the skeletons each has in his closet.

“There’s a reason this hit play was nominated for six Tony Awards,” says artistic director Annette Trossbach. “The writing offers some wonderful insight into how much and how little has changed in how America chooses its commander-inchief, not to mention a charming if not manipulative outgoing President Hockstader, an overbearing head of the women’s caucus, and a host of other well-drawn characters.”

The Laboratory Theater of Florida’s production is directed by Rick Sebastian. “Set in the heat of the convention, it is a study of how the most important position in America was fought for before the present age of electronic media! We see in this play what happens in the back rooms as policies are made and leaders rise to the top,” he said.

Sebastian previously directed The Underpants by Steve Martin for the Lab Theater.

The Best Man stars Paul Graffy (Stage Kiss), John Repa (Twelfth Night), Michael Hennessey (Glengarry Glen Ross), Joann

Haley (Agnes of God), Gerrie Benzing (Miss Witherspoon), Nancy Antonio (The House of Yes), Scott Carpenter (Art), Jack Weld (Stage Kiss), Bill Allenfort, John Coriell, Suzanne Davies (Calendar Girls), Mike Dinko (An Empty Plate in the Cafe du Grand Boeuf), and Lexie Anne Cole.

The Best Man is on stage at The Laboratory Theater of Florida on Thursdays through Sundays, Oct. 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29 at 8 p.m., and on Oct 9, 16, 23 and 29 at 2 p.m. All tickets are available online at www.LaboratoryTheaterFlorida.com and by calling 239-218-0481. The Best Man is partially sponsored by JJ Cochrane.

Individual show tickets are $25 for adults and $12 and for students at the door.

Season tickets are $175 for adults (valid for reservation for any performance) and at a discount of $140 for seniors and military (age 65+ or with valid active duty or retired military ID) for use on Thursdays only during main season (October-April).

They also offer a Snowbird ticket for $70. It is valid for main stage shows and staged readings from Jan. 1 through April 30, 2017.

Season tickets are non-transferable.

They are available for purchase through Sept. 30 online at www.LaboratoryTheaterFlorida.com and at the box office prior to shows.

For more information, call 239218-0481. The theater is located at 1634 Woodford Ave. Fort Myers.

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‘50s and ‘60s musical revue at Broadway Palm until Oct. 8

Broadway Palm opens their 24th season with Yesterday’s playing now through Oct. 8.

Take a trip down memory lane with this musical comedy revue featuring music from the ‘50s and ‘60s!

Broadway Palm is offering a “season opener special” and all tickets are just $45 for dinner and the show.

Yesterday’s will take you on a funfilled journey back in time! You’ll hear all of the great music from the rockin’ ‘50s and the groovin’ ‘60s. Songs include “Blue Suede Shoes,” “My Girl,” “Leader of the Pack,” “Dancing in the Streets,” “At the Hop,” “It’s My Party,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Stop! In The Name of Love” and many more.

Directing and choreographing Yesterday’s is Victor Legarreta.

Legarreta is a Top, from left, are Keith McCoy, Ilana Gabrielle, Housso Semon, Southwest Florida favorite and has Rachael Haber and Jesse Michels; bottom is Scott James Smith performed or directed in the Broadway Palm debuts are Jesse Michels and Scott area for the past 20 years. The cast James Smith. includes Housso Semon, who Join Broadway Palm as it begins the 24th season recently stole the hearts of with Yesterday’s Sept. 8 – Oct. 8. Performances are Broadway Palm audiences when Wednesday through Sunday evenings with select matishe starred in Sister Act, along with nees. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by Broadway Palm alumni Ilana calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting BroadwayPalm.com Victor Legarreta Gabrielle, Rachael Haber and or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Blvd.

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The Nerd opens Oct. 6 at Off Broadway Palm

The Off Broadway Palm Theatre presents The Nerd playing Oct. 6 through Nov. 12. The Nerd is a hilarious comedy written

by American actor/playwright Larry Shue.

It was the highest grossing American play in London’s West End in 1986 and played on Broadway in the late 1990s.

Willum has frequently told his friends about Rick, a fellow-ex-GI whom he’s never met, but who saved his life in Mrazek Vietnam. Throughout the years, the two exchanged letters and in those, Willum promised Rick that he would be there for him anytime. To Willum’s delight, Rick shows up for a surprise visit, but turns out to be a hopeless “nerd” – a bumbling oaf with no social sense, little intelligence and even less tact. To make matters worse, Rick overstays his welcome and his continued presence among Willum and his friends leads to one uproarious incident Putnam after another.

Directing The Nerd is former Southwest Florida resident Rachael Endrizzi. Appearing as Willum is Alexander Mrazek and appearing as Rick is James Putnam; both making their debuts with Broadway Palm. Other cast members include Dale Given, Kelly Legarreta, Mindy Montavon and Michael Weaver. Two local children, Kaiden Dick and Nicholas Salerno, are double-cast as the role of Thor.

The Off Broadway Palm is an intimate 100-seat theatre, located in the main lobby of Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre.

Performances are Tuesday through Sunday evenings with select matinees. Ticket prices range from $35 - $55 with group discounts available for parties of 20 or more. Tickets can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting www.BroadwayPalm.com or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers.

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Over the River and Through the Woods starts Oct. 28 FLORIDA REPERTORY THEATRE

Florida Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Joe DiPietro's Over the River and Through the Woods, a hilarious and warm-hearted family fiasco.

Over the River and through the Woods plays at Florida Rep Oct. 28 – Nov. 16 with four previews Oct. 25 - 27.

"We are delighted to open our Arcade Theatre with a comedy that many of our audiences will relate to," said producing artistic director Robert Cacioppo. "This is a revival for us, and on top of being just plain funny, its a play that will pull on your heartstrings. We want you to feel a part of the family, a part of our family, after all, the Florida Rep family is the best looking and most intelligent!"

See what happens when 29-year-old Nick tells both pairs of doting ItalianAmerican grandparents he’s leaving Hoboken to take a dream job across the country. His grandparents are stunned.

Why would he want to leave his family and New Jersey? Chaos ensues as his grandparents plot and scheme to find a way to keep him in Hoboken.

Over the River and Through the Woods will feature a variety of Florida Rep ensemble members as well as many

noteworthy actors out of New York City.

Cacioppo directs and is joined by an expert team of designers including set designer Bert Scott (The Unexpected Guest), costume designer Alice Neff, lighting designer David M. Upton (Becky's New Car), sound designer John Kiselica (The Dingdong), and production stage manager Janine Wochna (The Cocktail Hour).

Over the River and Through the Woods plays in the Historic Arcade Theatre Oct. 28 to Nov. 16 with four previews Oct. 25 at 8 p.m., Oct. 26 at 2 and 8 p.m. and Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. Regular performances are Tuesday - Saturday at 8 p.m. and matinees on Wednesday, Sunday and select Saturdays.

Priced at $52 and $45 for regular performances and $32 and $25 for previews, single tickets are now on sale through the box office at 239-332-4488 and online at www.floridarep.org.

Florida Repertory Theatre performs in the Historic Arcade Theatre and the ArtStage Studio Theatre on Bay Street between Jackson & Hendry with limited free parking in the Fort Myers River District.

Naples Players to stage Outside Mullingar Oct. 26 - Nov. 20

The Naples Players have assembled a compelling combination of plays and musicals for the upcoming year, all of which reflect a satisfying mix of music, mayhem, and laughter for their eight play season at Sugden Community Theatre.

Outside Mullingar, by John Patrick Shanley, comes to the Tobye Studio Oct. 26 – Nov. 20. Anthony and Rosemary are neighbors in rural Ireland. He is an introverted farmer and she is the woman who vows to have him at all costs. When Anthony’s father threatens to disinherit his son, Rosemary steps into the middle of a land feud and family eccentricities beyond

what one might imagine. Full of dark humor and poetic prose, John Patrick Shanley’s tender-hearted portrait reminds us that love, early or late, always arrives on time.

Tobye Studio shows are held Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets for the Tobye Studio are $30. All performances offer a discounted ticket price of $10 for students 21 and under. Subscriptions can be purchased at the box office, by calling 239263-7990, or by visiting www.naplesplayers.org. Sugden Community Theatre is located at 701 5th Avenue South, Naples.

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The Marco Players present The Cemetery Club Oct. 26 The Marco Players, Marco Island’s oldest, intimate black-box community theater announces the 2016-2017 season lineup.

The Marco Players Theater celebrates its 42nd season with shows about taking chances and starting over, shows that will enlighten, entertain, educate, make you laugh and touch your heart.

The Cemetery Club By Ivan Menchell will be staged Oct. 26 through Nov. 13. Anna Segreto will direct the season opener. The Cemetery Club, a dramatic comedy, is a story about three Jewish widows who meet once a month for tea before their scenic drive to visit their husbands’ graves. Ida is sweet tempered and ready to begin a new life. Lucille is a feisty embodiment of the girl who just wants to have fun, and Doris is stuffy and judgmental. Ida and Sam fall for each other, but the budding relationship gets squashed. The play is touching and humorous and filled with friendship and guilt.

Other shows in the season include: A Christmas Cactus by Eliot Byerrum Nov. 30 – Dec. 18 Christmas Eve is tough for private investigator Cactus O’Riley, a hot redhead with the holiday blues. Christmas turns into a “Dickens” of a holiday for Cactus as she solves mysteries, delivers small miracles and takes a second chance on love and “unmarked car” sleuthing.

Comedy, mystery and romance converge in this charming contemporary Christmas tale where goodwill and justice triumph.

The Second Time Around by Henry Denker Jan. 4 – 22 When senior citizens Samuel Jonas and Laura Curtis announce plans to live together without marrying, their children hit the ceiling. In this comedy, the elderly twosome are successful in “shifting gears,” but not before

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the entire second generation is in nervous fits.

Cookinʼ with Gus by Jim Brochu Feb. 8 – 26 Gussie Richardson, a famous food columnist and cookbook author is offered her own daily network TV show. She wants to do it, but her husband is dead set against it. Just when she thinks she has overcome her stage fright, a taping of the show turns into a comic nightmare concluding in an all-out, hilarious food fight that almost ends the show and her marriage.

Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry March 15 – April 2 Just prior to the Civil Rights Movement, Daisy Werthan, a rich, sharp-tongued Jewish widow is informed by her son that she must rely on the services of a chauffeur named Hoke, a thoughtful, good-natured black man.

Daisy is condescending and Hoke is not impressed with his employer’s patronizing tone. With time, the two grow to respect one another and come to realize they have more in common than they ever believed possible.

Heaven Help Me by Joseph Simonelli April 19 – May 7 The Holloway brothers’ string of casual restaurants is failing. Rollie, the youngest, black sheep brother, is “running on empty” and owes money to every bookie in town.

They need to sell the family beach house to recapitalize the business. The problem is their deceased brother Fred is haunting the place and won’t vacate.

To audition with The Marco Players, email info@TheMarcoPlayers.com or call 239-404-5198. Show tickets will be $25 or $28 and may be purchased from the theater box office or website beginning Sept. 8.

Season ticket holders are eligible for early ticket purchase and a season ticket discount. For more information, visit www.TheMarcoPlayers.com

The Taming opens Oct. 14 at Foulds Theatre in Ft. Myers

Theatre Conspiracy and the Alliance for the Arts continue their 2016-17 season in October with the presentation of The Taming.

This year's election is one for the ages! However, it has nothing on The Taming, a comedy by Lauren Gunderson opening Oct. 14.

The show is a crackling modern farce that serves up a heaping dish of good ole Southern fried politics.

The Taming hilariously takes on America’s overheated political rhetoric, with some surprising truths about our founding fathers, and the passions of three slightly insane women who just might be revolutionary geniuses.

The Taming will be performed Oct. 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 30 at 2 p.m.

The winner of the New Play Contest will be announced at the annual fundraiser on Nov. 19. This year, they received over 600 entries from across the United States, Canada and Europe. The new play contest winner will be presented in May of 2017.

Individual tickets to each show are $24 or $11 for students with proper ID. Season subscription packages are also available. Buy seven shows for $133 ($19 per ticket) or six shows for $120 ($20 a ticket) or five shows for $110 ($22 per ticket). Tickets can be purchased by calling Theatre Conspiracy's box office at 239-936-3239 or online at www.theatreconspiracy.org.

Under the direction of Bill Taylor, Theatre Conspiracy performs in the Foulds Theatre on the campus of the Alliance for the Arts, located at the corner of McGregor and Colonial in Fort Myers.

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SoCo Second Saturday event launches Oct. 8

The new SoCo Second Saturday event, organized by the cultural venues committee of the SoCo Cultural District kicks off Saturday, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m.

SoCo stands for South of Colonial, referring to Colonial Boulevard, which is one of the primary veins of our city, connecting with the Memorial Bridge. This monthly event will attract attention to a renewed area of our city, where a number of cultural venues have found each other and joined forces.

Starting with the very popular Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, located in the Royal Palm Square; to the Lee County’s Alliance for the Arts, DAAS CoOp Art Gallery & Gifts, the Union Artist Studios, the Gittleman Studios and Yoga Bird, whose proximity to each other allow for a walk or ride evening jamboree. Other studios and stores have joined in to bring an even better experience for all the patrons of the arts in attendance.

The organizers are also looking for more vendors to sell their handmade products during the event. An application is available on the official event website.

The SoCo Second Saturday is designed to be a monthly, rain or shine event. All participating stops or Cultural Venues will host a variety of activities for the

attendees, ranging from opening receptions with artists talks, performances, special sales, artist demos and much more. Some of the highlights of the night include DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery & Gifts’ Plein-Air participant exhibition, talk by organizer Amanda Plummer and the selection of the best in show; who will be awarded a solo show at the gallery in March 2017. The Yoga Bird, which has become one of Fort Myers’ most popular yoga studios, will host the art of Patrick Williams for the night.

In addition, the Ocasiocasa Studio, located in the Art Loft of the Alliance for the Arts, will feature works created by Jeff and Dale Ocasio. For a complete list of all the activities for the night, please visit socoswfl.com. There is also a map detailing the area and their respective locations.

SoCo Second Saturday and the SoCo Cultural District is the brainchild of visual artist and gallery owner David Acevedo, who is among the cofounders of the Fort Myers Art Walk. With support from other leaders in the community, such as Lydia Black from the Alliance for the Arts, Chip and Anna Withrow from Yoga Bird, David Gittleman from

Gittleman Studios, Jeffrey Scott Lewis from the Union Artist Studios, Melissa Vogt and Will Prather from the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater and Massage Therapist Frank Jean, a committee was founded and plans were put in place for the establishment of the event. “The potential for this area [of the SoCo Cultural District] to grow into the new arts and culture district of Fort Myers is evident to me.” – says Acevedo, who opened DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery & Gifts earlier this year. “Having the Alliance the Broadway Palm and so many other important artistic venues nearby, it was only logical to come up with a way to unite and conquer,” – comments the artist, who recently won a FACE Award for his achievements in cultural diversity within the city.

All arts and culture patrons, art collectors, performance enthusiasts and anyone looking to spend a night full of family fun is invited to make history, starting at 5 p.m. on Oct. 8. Parking is available in the Royal Palm Square and in the Alliance for the Arts campus. A printed map and guide will be available at all the participating Cultural Venues. Online access for portable devices is available at www.socoswfl.com.

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Fine Art & Craft Show Celebrating 50 YEARS

SATURDAY, OCT 22ND 10am - 4pm

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Free Admission & Parking • More Than 70 Juried Artisans!

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ACT Gallery to preview annual auction items David Belling

In October, Arts for ACT Gallery will feature more than 100 of the live and silent auction artists for Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc., annual fundraiser Arts for ACT. The theme for this year’s gala is Disco Ball Gala and Bill Smith Inc. is the presenting sponsor.

This is the 28th year that ACT has held this fundraiser.

A reception will be held Friday, Oct. 7 from 6 to 10 p.m. in conjunction with Art Walk. Can’t make the Friday night event, then come downtown on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to view the exhibits at a slower pace.

The ACT Gallery will exhibit the live auction pieces, which will feature artist Sherry Rohl and showcase the art of David Belling, Christine Reichow, Jan Ellen Atkielski and Kellen Beck Mills. In addition, the live auction will also have pieces by international artists Marcus Jansen and Darryl Pottorf, plus the art of 22 local and national artists.

Over 75 silent auction artists will also be on display at the Arts for ACT Gallery.

Expect to see exceptional oils and acrylics on canvas, photography, collage, graphite, jewelry, gift baskets, sand, shell, pine needle and fiber art, whimsical

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painted furniture, mosaics, gourd art, and sculptures. They even have a disco ball explosion … there is truly something for everyone.

This year, there is an opportunity to buy pieces from the silent auction at the gallery. Organizers call it “Take Me Out of This Auction!”

This exhibit continues until the auction on Oct. 29 at Harborside Event Center. Individual tickets and table sales for the October 29 Disco Ball Gala can be purchased online at www.artsforactfineartauction.com ACT Gallery is located at 2265 First St. in downtown Fort Myers.

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Politikos opens Oct. 7 at Alliance for the Arts

Alliance for the Arts juried exhibit Politikos opens Friday, Oct. 7 in the main gallery with a public reception from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit continues until Nov. 5. During this exhibition, Mimi Stirn and Julie Griffin will be showing works in the Member Galleries. Come engage with the community and artists in all mediums from across Florida.

Juror Doug MacGregor will give a gallery walk and talk during the first weekend of SoCo SWFL on Oct. 8 from 6 to 7 p.m Doug MacGregor has been a cartoonist for 33 years.

He got his professional start drawing editorial cartoons for the Norwich Bulletin in eastern Connecticut in 1980. He moved to Florida in 1988 and drew cartoons for The NewsPress in Fort Myers until June of 2011. Doug is also a graphic designer, freelance artist and children’s book author and illustrator. He also teaches cartooning and creativity to the young and young at heart. Doug is a member of the Association of Editorial Cartoonists and the Society

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for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.

“The exhibited work is as diverse as the political issues themselves.

They tackle human rights, corruption, the candidates and other hot topics in this year’s election,” says Krista Johnson, exhibitions coordinator at the Alliance for the Arts The League of Women's Voters will have voter registration materials onsite during the Friday night opening and the inaugural SoCo Second Saturday event. Alliance for the Arts has previously presented exhibits focused on politics and social concerns during the 2008 and 2012 election seasons.

The Alliance for the Arts campus and galleries are open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, located at 10091 McGregor Blvd. just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.

For more information, call 239-9392787 or visit online at www.ArtInLee.org.

Notes from the Naples Art Association Dinner with Artists

The Naples Art Association will host Dinner with Artists on Tuesday, Oct. 4.

Art feeds the creative soul and Dinner with Artists will delight your senses.

Feast with your eyes and palate at this spectacular series hosted by the Naples Art Association. Join renowned artists paired with executive chefs who collaborate on creating and presenting original works of art and culinary masterpieces.

Dinner with Artists is an interactive artistic experience in an intimate and engaging setting. Each event includes a multicourse gourmet meal and wine. Each location brings with it a unique and intimate ambiance that provides excellent backdrops for an event that buzzes with creativity and artistic style. October’s featured chef will be Amber Phillips with Sage Catering and the featured artist will be Mario Vitale who will be creating his well-known Zendoodles artwork.

Cost is $100 per person.

Your Choice exhibit

The Your Choice exhibition runs now through Oct. 14.

It features artwork in all media by Naples Art Association members. The exhibition gives artists of all skill levels an opportunity to exhibit and share their artwork with a larger audience.

Itʼs Natureʼs Way exhibit

The natural world finds its own balance. It cures and regenerates. In this exhibition artists find solace in nature and reveal her strength for resilience and renewal. It’s Nature’s Way exhibit is free of charge and open to the public and will be located in The Cuthbert Studio Gallery. It will be on display Oct. 26 – Dec. 10. A preview reception will be held Friday, Oct. 28 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Faculty Biennial exhibit

This Faculty Biennial exhibit will highlight the work of the Naples Art Association’s talented faculty instructors. NAA instructors have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and abilities in the visual arts and in educating people of all ages and skill levels and it shows in their work. This exhibit is free of charge and open to the public and will be located in the Watson Gallery, Lobby, and Ground Floor Round Galleries. It will exhibit Oct. 29 – Nov. 26. A preview reception will be held Friday, Oct. 28 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

The Naples Art Association is located at 585 Park St. For more details, call 239-262-6517 or visit online at www.naplesart.org.

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DAAS Gallery to hold plein air event Oct. 1

DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery & Gifts invites you to a special plein air event and opening reception.

See the artistic process unfold while enjoying a lovely area of the city. We are offering the opportunity for area artists to demonstrate their talent, the chance to win a solo exhibition at DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery and Gifts, and the public to enjoy the creation of art firsthand. On Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., participating artists will be painting outdoors from Royal Palm Square to the Alliance for the Arts. The artwork created during that day will be submitted to the gallery for display.

On Oct. 8, the monthly reception coincides with the opening of the new SoCo Cultural District in Fort Myers and the winner of a solo

exhibition will be selected that evening.

Exhibition coordinator at the Alliance for the Arts Krista Johnson will be the guest judge. The finished pieces of all the artists will be on exhibition from 6 to 9:30 that evening and throughout the month.

There is a $15 fee for artists to participate and they may submit more than one piece for the exhibition. All artwork must be created during the Plein Air event on Oct. 1, after canvas check-in at 10 a.m., and ready to hang submission by 6 p.m.

Artists may register to participate at DAAS CoOp Art Gallery & Gifts by visiting the gallery or calling 239-590-8645.

Registration deadline was Sept. 24.

A Decade of Decay will be showing at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center to commemorate the tenth anniversary of bringing unique and unusual art to the community.

Celebrate the group show opening as Dark Art 10 takes over the Grand Atrium during Art Walk, transforming it with music, live painting, strolling characters and interesting performances. To participate, email DarkArt@pushingdaizies.org.

The Dark Art 10 exhibit opens Friday, Oct. 7 during the Fort Myers Art Walk. Art

Walk operates from 6 to 10 p.m. rain or shine. See the exhibit through the month from Oct. 7 – 25.

Visit www.sbdac.com or call 239-3331933 for more information.

Annual Dark Art show at Davis Art Center

Fine Craft Guild starts season at Visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda

The Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild opens the 2016 fall season with a gallery exhibit “Opposites Attract” at the Visual Arts Center’s Goff Gallery in Punta Gorda.

Art and fine craft mediums of the exhibit including clay, metal, fiber, wood, stone, jewelry, photography and mixed media will push and pull at your senses.

Whether your glass half empty or half full there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeuvres to fill your cup and your plate at the reception on Thursday, Oct. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit is juried and awards will be presented to artists at the reception.

The exhibit runs October 1 to 26. The Visual Art Center is located at 210 Maud St. in Punta Gorda and is open Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. September through May. The Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild is the only area organization dedicated solely to fine crafts. Over the past 37 years, the Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild has become a well-known dynamic and evolving organization of local artisans, craftsmen and craftswomen.

Find them online at www.SWFLFineCraftGuild.org/ and on Facebook.

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Jim Freeman, Gareth Rockliffe images on display at Shangri-La Springs in Bonita

Around the world there are places that take one’s breath away. Capturing them with photography or deciding to just take in the moment and enjoy them can be a tough decision.

Earth-Scapes at Shangri-La Springs features the photographic works of Jim Freeman and Gareth Rockliffe. These two artists have made a life of capturing these amazing moments for us so that we may sit back and enjoy them.

Shangri-La Springs itself is one of those places in the world where you are tempted to take out the camera and capture the setting.

What better place to feature these awe inspiring photographic works than on these historic, botanical grounds.

The artist reception for Jim Freeman will be on Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. Jim will be on site to talk about his works and answer any questions that you may have.

This artist reception falls on the monthly Art & Nature night which will guide you through a multi-media artistic experience unique to Southwest Florida.

The artist reception for Gareth Rockliffe will be on Nov. 9 from 6 to 9pm. If you have not visited this beautifully preserved piece of old Florida, they are open seven days a week with free entry at 27750 Old 41 Road in Bonita Springs.

For more information, call the gift shop at 239-949-0749 or visit them online at www.shangrilasprings.com.

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Craft Guild show on Sanibel

Immerse yourself in the gallery exhibit “Engulfed” hosted by the Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild at Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge where artists and fine crafters will show works inspired by the natural areas Southwest Florida’s Gulf Coast provides.

The exhibit is on display from Oct. 27 to Dec. 7. Meet the artists at the reception on Thursday, Oct. 27 from 5 to 7:30 pm held in conjunction with the Refuge’s Waterways reception. The exhibit is juried and awards will be presented at the reception. Mediums may include metal, glass, wood, stone, fiber, clay, jewelry, photography and mixed media. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is located at 1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel, and is open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily.

The Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild is the only area organization dedicated solely to fine crafts. Members combine old-world craftsmanship with contemporary techniques to produce unique works of art. Find them online at www.SWFLFineCraftGuild.org.

Diaz and Buie exhibit at FGCU

Jim Freeman

The Art Galleries at the Bower School of Music and the Arts at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) present “Accumulating Interiors: Vanessa Diaz and Tyanna Buie” exhibition, with an opening reception 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, at the Main Gallery in the Arts Complex.

A gallery talk with the artists begins at 5 p.m. The exhibition runs through Nov. 17.

Vanessa Diaz (West Palm Beach) and Tyanna Buie (Detroit) are working together for the first time on a collaborative exhibition, investigating the emotional and psychological effects of the home. Diaz reassembles found furniture to create new sculptural forms by salvaging discarded materials. Buie creates hand-printed wallpaper that recalls her memories of growing up as a foster care child and the effects it had on her and her family. The sum of these two artists’ work is a complex installation that welcomes the viewer to wander through “rooms” throughout the gallery, encountering memories and dreams of these architectural spaces.

The Main Gallery is in the Arts Complex on FGCU’s main campus at 10501 FGCU Blvd. S. Parking is available in Lot 7 for gallery visitors.

Regular viewing hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday.

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Alliance to host annual Fall for the Arts Oct. 15

Natalie Guess art at Naples Depot

Natalie Guess is featured in a solo show titled "Reflections In Batik" in Naples.

The show opens with an artist reception Thursday, Oct. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Natalie will be there talking about her unique fine art medium, batik on fabric.

She has been creating batik paintings on silk or cotton for over 36 years in the Naples area of local subject matter.

The show will be at the Naples Depot Collier County Museum located at 1051 5th Ave. S, Naples. Her works will be up through Dec. 30.

Come celebrate the changing season with your family and friends at the Alliance for the Arts on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.during Fall for the Arts 2016.

This annual free family festival features live performances, games, arts and crafts stations, food trucks, face painting and more.

Arts organizations, theaters, galleries, museums, and art schools will distribute information about their upcoming seasons.

Local artists will demonstrate their techniques and sell their works. Area performance groups will dance, sing, play instruments and act in mini-performances on the outdoor amphitheater stage.

Performance schedule: 10 AM – G-Force Dance Company 10:30 AM – Gulfcoast Music Academy 11 AM – Na’Pau Polynesian Dancers 11:30 AM – Florida Repertory Theatre Noon - Dance Bochette 12:30 PM – Kurokawa Martial Arts 1 PM – Kellyn Celtic Dance Academy 1:30 PM - NFMAA Steel Drum Band 2 PM – City Scenes Theatre Company 2:30 PM – Quality Life Center “Due in part to a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, this year’s event will be even bigger and better than ever,” says Brandi Couse, director of operations and education. “Come meet your neighbors, spend the day and play!”

Participating organizations include: Acoustic Music Society of SWFLPalmgrass, Art League of Fort Myers,

ArtFest Fort Myers, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Curtain Call Studios, Family Music Time, Florida Repertory Theatre, Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers, G-Force Dance Company, Gulf Coast Symphony, Gulf Coast Writers Association, Gulfshore Ballet, Human Trafficking Awareness Partnerships, Kellyn Celtic Dance Academy, Kurokawa Martial Arts, Midwest Cheer Elite Florida, North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts, Quality Life Center, Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center, Southwest Florida Symphony, SWFL Fine Craft Guild, and Symphonic Chorale of SWFL. Participating artists include Ananta Agarwal, Bob Young, Caren Pearson, The Crocagator, Damalijewelry, Geoff Coe, Good Luck Wishes Creations, Jigs Up Art, Karen Helms, Karen Perez, Marc Harris, Pamela Davis’ Diverse Fine Art Studio, Patricia Germann, Surfside Ana Creations, and Susan MacIntire.

Participating food trucks include Red Roc Cravings, Jonesez BBQ, Doner Kebab King Karl, Nosh Truck, and Queenies Ice Cream.

Fall for the Arts 2016 is supported by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. Sponsors include Pediatric Dentistry of Fort Myers-Dr. Tim Verwest, The NewsPress Media Group, Lee County Family News, Publix Super Markets Charities, GameTime, and Caloosa Tent & Rental.

Visit www.ArtInLee.org for more information.

Cape Coral Library welcomes Decorative Artists of SW Florida

A special exhibit will be on display in the art gallery of the Cape Coral Library, which is located at 921 SW 39th Terrace.

It will be available for viewing weekdays and Saturdays during library business hours from Oct. 1 through Oct. 29.

Creations by The Decorative Artists of Southwest Florida (DASF) will be on display on the walls of the gallery as well as in the cases. Members of DASF also belong to the international Society of Decorative Painters. Their objective is to promote the art of painting for those who wish to learn to paint in any of a wide variety of mediums. DASF welcomes people of all ages and all levels of ability ranging from those with no experience to the accomplished professional artist.

Members are most generous in sharing their talents and their time with newcomers. Examples of work created by the Decorative Artists include painted furniture, trays, wall pictures, shoes, caddies, serving pieces and much, much more.

Visit www.DASFartists.com for additional information about the art organization.

The library’s exhibits are sponsored by the Friends of the Cape Coral Library.

For more information on membership in the Friends group or the gallery, contact Art Gallery chairperson Monica Rahman by calling 239-258-2991 or emailing her at monica4608@comcast.net.

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The Disco Ball

Oct. 29 benefits ACT

Arts for ACT event organizers have announced the jury selection of featured artist Sherry Rohl for this year’s 28th Annual Arts for ACT “The Disco Ball” Gala & Fine Art Auction, presented by Bill Smith Appliances and Electronics, to be held on Saturday, Oct. 29 at the Harborside Event Center in Downtown Fort Myers.

Rohl’s “Courage” piece, a 70 inch X 50 inch oil on canvas painting will be featured as a hallmark piece for the live auction. Additionally, the announced lineup at this year’s gala includes artwork from showcased artists such as Jan Ellen Atkielski, David Belling and Christine Reichow.

Sherry Rohl, who is originally from Michigan and then later Ohio, New York and Fort Myers, studied art while attending the College of Design, as well as art and architecture at the University of Cincinnati. Having received Best in Show at EquiFest in 2007, which is an exhibit of international horse artists, Rohl’s work is prized by both horse and art lovers alike. She was also selected in 2008 as the featured artist at the Deland Museum’s Equine Event in Deland, Florida. A passionate creator of equine paintings, drawings and monotypes, Rohl’s work is currently featured at the Watson MacRae Gallery on Sanibel.

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Encouraging participants of the Arts for ACT “The Disco Ball” Gala & Fine Art Auction to don their finest polyester and platform shoes, the party will feature a live performance by "The Original Studio 54 Band," art from local and international award-winning artists; with auctioneer Scott Robertson conducting the live auction.

Running from 5 until 10 p.m. there will be cocktail drinks provided by the Wicked Dolphin Rum Distillery, extraordinary food, and mobile bidding for the silent auction and raffle, with prizes valued at more than $20,000.

When it comes to critical social service infrastructure in Lee, Hendry and Glades counties, the only local licensed and certified domestic and sexual violence center providing safe, free and confidential services, Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc. (ACT), has been operating emergency supportive services for 38 years to protect victims of domestic and sexual violence and their children. The Arts for ACT event has a rich history of drawing celebrities and critically needed funding to support the nonprofit.

Tickets for the fundraiser start at just $150, with all proceeds going toward aiding survivors of abuse. For more information on tickets, sponsorships, or how to get involved, visit www.artsforactfineartauction.com/ or call (239) 939-2553.

“Courage” by Sherry Rohl

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Lorne’s Gallery, Frame Gallery & Gifts feature Carrie Keller’s art in October

New exhibits opening in Punta Gorda

See the most interesting display of sculpture, abstract art and more in multimedia exhibit Mayhem, Chaos & Confusion, on display Oct. 1 through Nov. 4 at The Visual Arts Center, located at 210 Maud St. in Punta Gorda.

The public is welcome to attend an awards reception Thursday, Oct. 6 at 5 p.m. for Mayhem, Chaos & Confusion on display in First Federal Gallery at The Visual Arts Center.

On Oct. 31 at noon, the VAC will unveil the large mural, ribbon cutting, libations and preview of artwork in Rebecca Hall for the annual Fine Arts Festival which is featuring the art of England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales with events celebrating the Victorian Era. Gallery and gift shop hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

For more details, call 941-639-8810 or visit www.VisualArtCenter.org.

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In Cape Coral, Lorne’s Gallery at Tarpon Point and Frame Gallery and Gift on Del Prado Boulevard will showcase the art of Carrie Keller in October.

A reception is planned for Oct. 22 from 5 – 8 p.m. at Lorne’s Gallery, unit 105, Marina at Tarpon Point in Cape Coral.

International muralist and artist Carrie Keller is a new resident of Winchester, Ontario, but her “Paintings To Order” endeavours were started in Cape Coral, Florida in 1992.

Born in Bakersfield, Calif., Carrie was raised in Windsor, Ontario, and served 15 years in the Canadian military. She began painting at the age of 8, (with her uncle as her first tutor) and she continued art lessons while in Windsor and during her military career.

She began instructing art classes at Petawawa, Ontario, and provided art classes in Lahr, Germany. While in Europe, she spent a summer in art training at Aix-en-Provence, France.

She then moved to Florida where she taught classes and grew her mural business.

After spending 20 years in Florida, Carrie has now made Winchester her home. She is happily contributing to the North Dundas Community, provides

Carrie Keller

painting instruction and mural classes locally and displays her art via various venues and events.

For more details about Keller’s art or the reception, call Lorne’s Gallery at 239-945-0866 or Frame Gallery and Gifts at 239-574-5111.

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Harbour View Gallery to feature Jean Rebholtz and Jim Ellsworth

Remembering Carl Schwartz

Remembering Carl: Works from 1956 - 2014 was the featured exhibit at the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers in September. Artist Carl Schwartz died Sept. 21, 2014. Pictured is Carlʼs widow, Celeste Borah, with one of Carlʼs pieces on display in the main gallery.

Celesteʼs art was on exhibit in the member gallery last month.

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Harbour View Gallery in Cape Coral will welcome featured artists Jean Rebholtz (acrylics and watercolors) and Jim Ellsworth (wood turning) at a reception on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Currently Jean Rebholtz resides in Cape Coral. Born in Worcester, Mass., and after many cold winters, Jean decided to move to Miami where she began her art career in 1993. She began studying with the famous Chinese brush painters, Mr. & Mrs. Chow.

Over the next several years. she dedicated herself to this strict, unusual way of painting.

The ancient method of Chinese Brush painting is to learn to apply layers of graduating color that is applied with one brush, one stroke, one time, on delicate rice paper. After several years of study, Jean decided to combine her technique with traditional watercolor and acrylic painting and discovered that beautiful artwork could be brought to life when combining these methods.

She is past president of The Florida Professional Artists’ Guild, a position she held for several years, and is a member of the Grove House Artists in Coconut Grove.

Jim Ellsworth, a retired banking executive, college professor and community leader from northwest Indiana, began his wood turning in 2004.

Jim Ellsworth

Learning basic skills of woodworking in a high school shop class, led Jim to pursue furniture making as one of his hobbies during his working career. Upon retirement to Florida he began looking for other woodworking opportunities and ultimately chose wood turning as an outlet for his creative energy.

Jean Rebholtz Initially self taught, Jim quickly began honing his skills by attending classes led by nationally-recognized wood turners at the John C. Campbell Folk School in North Carolina and the Arrowmont School for the Arts in Tennessee. Additionally, Jim has traveled from coast to coast attending seminars and symposiums on an array of wood turning topics and techniques.

Jim has won a number of awards in recent years for his turnings exhibited at various juried art and turning expositions. While continuing to produce pieces in a wide range of turning styles he is now chiefly specializing in the art of segmented turnings.

Jim is a member of the Peace River Wood Turners, serving as its president for 2016 and 2017 and previously for 2012-13; The American Association of Wood Turners and The Association of Segmented Wood Turners.

Their work will be on display through October. The gallery is located at 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, Cape Coral.

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Music

Noteworthy concert series features local bands & breweries

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Center introduced a new Noteworthy The group consists of dedicated musiconcert series to highlight diverse cians who are making a positive impact local bands and breweries in on the future generations with a multiSeptember. The concerts will continfaceted approach to creating and delivue in October. ering music. Brothers Warren and Noteworthy concerts range from Gregory each have a unique, broad Latin jazz fusion to indie rock, bluerange of musical tastes and incorporate grass, and funk and all are paired this into their original music, appealing with some of the finest craft brewto people of all ages and walks of life. eries in Southwest Florida. Spend With familiar rhythms and catchy, fresh the evening dancing, beer tasting hooks Strange Arrangement is creating and moving to the beat of the music. the music to our memories.

Friday, Oct. 14 Featuring Bury Me Brewing The Good Bad Kids Bury Me Brewing is the first microThe Good Bad Kids are based brewery located within the city of Fort out of Naples. With a shared love for Strange Arrangement The Good Bad Kids Myers. Established in 2015, Bury Me folk, rock, punk, and bluegrass crafts several small batches at a time to music, Matt McWaters, Nicky focus on blending tradition with innovaD'Agostino, Joe Garita, and Dempsey The duo pairs passion with a strong work ethic and technoltion. Owned and operated by a very unlikely trio, their differJones perform an exhilarating and captivating mixture of old ogy to create a singular craft beer and member experience. ences are one of the things that help keep them unique. As and new sounds. Known for powerful harmonies and musiNo different than all the generations before, they to make an the "Craft Beer" movement was sweeping across the nation cal diversity, they take the stage and deliver an electrifying, impact on the world through creating a one-of-a-kind comthe three saw the demand and potential for such a business riotous performance that is sure to get you hooked, up out munity of beer lovers. in the Southwest Florida area. of your seat, and on to the dance floor.

Friday, Oct. 28. • Strange Arrangement Doors opens for cocktails at 7 p.m., and the show starts Featuring Millennial Brewing Company Party-funk rock group Strange Arrangement® will set the at 8 p.m. General admission tickets $10 • Buy the series Brand new to the Fort Myers craft beer scene, Millennial mood for SBDAC's Halloween Bash! Bring your party friends $30. Purchase tickets at sbdac.com or at the box office.

Brewing Company is owned and founded by partners Logan and dress up in your most spook-tacular Halloween cosSBDAC is located at 2301 First St., Fort Myers. Call 239Roberts and Kyle Cebull. The quintessential Millennial can tumes!

333-1933 for more details. be described as multi-tasking, connected, and tech-savvy.

Hailing from the tropical paradise Pine Island, Strange

Americana Community Music Association Inc. Patchouli

Americana Acoustic

Upcoming ACMA Shows

Oct. 8 - Rod MacDonald Opening Joe Virga

Oct. 15 - Homegrown Sounds of Peggy & Emery Williams with The Doctor & Dave Oct. 22 - Twin Kennedy Carli & Julie Kennedy Opening Bill Fields

Oct. 29 - Patchouli Opening Andy Getch

$10 - $15 donation per concert. Pay at door. The ACMA is a not for profit and is funded by tax deductible donations. Please check website for more information and visit YouTube on any of the above artists.

Info: 239-691-4069 • www.AmericanACMA.org

All concerts held at All Faiths Unitarian Congregation 2756 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Show starts 7 p.m.

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Annual Pumpkin Festival Oct. 14-16 at Fleamasters Cape Coralʼs Hafenkapelle Band

The fall harvest season kicks off with Punkin’palooza: Fleamasters’ 6th Annual Great Pumpkin Festival. It’s the best of the hometown fall festivals you remember: a pumpkin patch, pony rides, pumpkin and face painting. The three-day event features family-friendly activities, shopping and free entertainment. Punkin’palooza rolls into Fleamasters Fleamarket, 4135 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Oct. 14, 15 and 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking and admission are free.

It’s time to “get your pumpkin on,” said Linda Steele, Fleamasters marketing director.

Adopt a pumpkin at the Pumpkin Patch ($5 to $15 per pumpkin) to paint, personalize and take home.

“And you can create a special Pumpkin Festival memory at the Pumpkin Farmer’s Family Photo Spot. Kids of all ages can try their hand at our carnivalstyle games, and take home a plush prize.”

Singers and musicians will perform on stage at Fleamasters Music Hall.

Among them, new faces as well as well-known favorites: Cape Coral’s 30member Hafenkapelle Festival Band, Unforgiven country and southern rock band, Electric Lipstick (dance, rock ’n roll), The Dixielanders, violinist Laura Leary and The Dixie Strollers.

The Whispering Pines Clydesdales will be on hand to meet and greet Friday, Oct. 14. Endless Trails pony rides for kids ($5) are on the calendar Saturday and Sunday.

Look up, and you’ll see one very tall

Laura Leary scarecrow. The amazing Way Too Tall Torrie will navigate Fleamasters’ aisles on stilts, while making balloon animals for kids. The talented face-painters, Giggles and Tutu, will entertain Saturday and Sunday.

Shop for crafts and decorative items, including jewelry, quilts, artwork, home decor, clothing, and innumerable other items. Fleamasters Fleamarket is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine. The market offers food and craft vendors and hundreds of unique, owner-operated stores.

If you have something to sell (especially if you’re an artist or crafter, or have holiday gifts) Fleamasters’ Pumpkin Festival is a great place to display your wares. Space starts at only $5 per day.

Find information about Fleamasters Fleamarket and Punkin’palooza at www.fleamall.com, or connect with Fleamasters on Facebook for festival updates.

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Mercato hosts fifth annual craft beer festival Oct. 22

Craft beer enthusiasts will tap in to more than 60 brews to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida at the 5th Annual Brew-Ha-Ha Craft Beer Festival on Oct. 22 at Mercato in Naples.

This year’s roster provides an opportunity for the legal-drinking-aged public to taste a substantial representation of beers courtesy of Coastal Beverage with a spotlight on Florida breweries. They will be pouring Big Storm, Shipyard, 3 Daughters, Islamorada, Naples Beach and Green Flash - just to name a few.

Visitors can enjoy an evening of craft beer tasting, rare and limited release Power Hours, stein holding contests and live music by Rockin’ Horse.

The event will take place on the lawn across from The Pub. Gates open at 5 p.m. with unlimited beer tastings available until 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $35 at www.brewhahamercato.com or $40 at the gate.

Advance ticket holders will enjoy access starting at 4 p.m. Purchase tickets by Oct. 1 for a chance to win a $500 Mercato experience package. A VIP Brewmaster’s ticket is available for $60 and includes front-of-the-line access to all beer tents, keepsake light-up mug, and unlimited bottled water and soda. Lawn chairs, blankets and well behaved pets are welcome. Participating Mercato restaurants will serve menu items for purchase.

No coolers or outside food will be permitted.

For more information and newly added breweries, visit www.brewhahamercato.com www.facebook.com/RMHCswflorida or call Shannon at 239-437-0202. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

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Bluegrass Oct. 9 at Alliance for the Arts

Bluegrass in the Theatre continues at Alliance for the Arts on Sunday, Oct. 9 from 2 to 5 p.m. in Fort Myers.

Palmgrass artists include Bill Metts, Bugtussle Ramblers and Highway 41. Tickets are $10 and available online now at www.ArtInLee.org/tickets or at the door.

Children under 12 are under are free if accompanied by an adult. Doors for this event open at 1 p.m. Seating is limited and is first come, first serve.

The Alliance for the Arts is located at 10091 McGregor Blvd. just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For more information, call 239-939-2787 or visit us at www.ArtInLee.org.

Italian Fest Oct. 23

Rockin Horse The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families in Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Glades and Hendry counties. RMHC of SWFL supports the Ronald McDonald House, Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, Ronald McDonald Family Room (opening April 2017), as well as grants and the RMHC U.S. Scholars Programs.

Mangia! Mangia! The Rotary Club of Fort Myers announces the 8th Annual Italian Fest will take place 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23 at the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers. This year’s event will benefit the Rotary Club of Fort Myers and the Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida.

Expected to be the biggest and best yet, Italian Fest will offer great entertainment, raffles, games for the kids and adults and, of course, plenty of food and drink. Some of the finest Italian food establishments from across Southwest Florida will take part, serving up authentic culinary delights throughout the day.

The exciting Spaghetti-eating contest will be back for both children and adults. Always one of the highlights of the Italian Fest, dozens of participants will dive into this messy but delicious event on the main stage.

For more information on the Rotary Club of Fort Myers Italian Fest, email office@rotary-fortmyers.org or call (239) 332-8158.

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Gulf Coast Symphony presents Symphony Spooktacular Oct. 30

Join the Gulf Coast Symphony on Sunday, Oct. 30 at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall for a not-so-spooky Halloween concert that’s sure to be fun for the whole family.

Symphony Spooktacular: The Music of Disney starts at 1 p.m. with safe trickor-treating and the Musical Discovery Zone in the lobby, where kids (and adults!) can try out the instruments of the orchestra. Costumes are encouraged, and there will be a children’s costume contest with prizes. At 2 p.m., activities move to the theater where the Gulf Coast Symphony will perform some of the most memorable music from Disney films, and other family-friendly pieces.

Tickets for Symphony Spooktacular: The Music of Disney are $10 and can be purchased by calling the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Box Office at (239) 481-4849 or online at www.GulfCoastSymphony.org Established in 1996, the Gulf Coast Symphony, led by music and executive director Dr. Andrew M. Kurtz, is one of the most dynamic community orchestras in the United States. Recognized for its high-quality symphonic performances, as well as its active community engagement and commitment to arts education, the Gulf Coast Symphony exists to contribute to the cultural enrichment of Lee County and the greater Southwest Florida area.

The Symphonic Chorale of Southwest Florida begins and ends its sixth season on Themes of America, Americana, and the music of American Composers. In between there are trips to Holiday Pops and Night at the Opera with the Southwest Florida Symphony, and to hosting of the area’s only Community Choral Festival, Sing Out! Southwest Florida -- featuring favorite movements from well-known masses.

The 2016-17 season opener is a three-concert series on Nov. 18, 19, & 20 with free admission, titled “An American Choral Tapestry,” which is dedicated to our veterans, and all those who serve and protect our great land. The Chorale will begin these concerts with the festive Jubilant Song of Pulitzer Prize winning East Coast composer Norman Dello Joio.

The Nov. 18 concert will be at St. Mary’s Episcopal in Bonita Springs. The Nov. 19 concert will be at Sanibel Community Church, and the Nov. 20 performance will be at New Hope Presbyterian in Fort Myers.

“This piece sets the tone for this concert and our entire season with spirited proclamations about music, concord, harmony and lofty ideals that define our passion for our country and the choral art form we celebrate all year,” says Trent Brown, the Chorale’s artistic director.

Following this is a well-known work featuring the poetry of Robert Frost (another Pulitzer Prize winner) set to music by Randall Thompson in a seven movement work titled Frostiana. Well known folk songs and patriotic repertoire wrap up this beautiful “gift” from us to the Southwest Florida community.

The Chorale is proud to be offering its three opening concerts for free in venues in Bonita Springs, Sanibel and Fort Myers. They are seeking sponsors in these communities to support the cost of these productions dedicated to our veterans. Contact them at the number below if you would like to discuss underwriting

one or all of these free concerts.

Then, after a full week of Holiday Pops Concerts with the SWFL Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Nir Kabaretti, at multiple venues in December, we celebrate “A Musical Moment in Time” our annual fundraiser/auction at The Landings on Jan. 28 featuring wonderful baritone, Ed Pember performing a variety of musical genres from opera to Broadway.

The Fourth Annual Sing Out! Southwest Florida Choral Festival on Feb. 24 - 25 is rapidly becoming a repeat draw for local, national, and even some international singers who visit Florida.

This year’s Festival will be led by artistic director Trent Brown. They are grateful to the LAT Foundation, which is a major sponsor of this growing event.

Another exciting “Night at the Opera” with the SWFL Symphony Orchestra on March 25 has the Chorale back at Barbara B. Mann Hall with Maestro Kabaretti.

The season concludes on April 30 with “Your Spirit Soars” a breathtaking concert featuring world premiers of Symphonic Chorale commissioned choral works by Founding Artistic Director, Timothy McDonnell’s Dead Letters Trilogy, and a new work by exciting young composer, Zachary Moore.

The Symphonic Chorale is very grateful to all our community partners, who provide funds to support our mission and our productions: The SWFL Community Foundation, the City of Ft. Myers Arts & Culture Grant, the VCB Arts & Attractions Grant, the LAT Foundation, and for the first time, the State of Florida Division of Cultural Affairs Grant.

For more information and tickets, visit the website at www.SymphonicChorale.org or call the chorale at 230-560-5695. Although tickets are free for the November concerts, go online to reserve your tickets since space is limited at these venues.

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Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers prepare for unique concerts in November

Founded in 2001 as a small chorus of music lovers, the Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers has grown into a highly respected, select ensemble of eighty-plus voices dedicated to excellence in music. Under the baton of talented artistic director Jeff Faux, the Mastersingers will begin their 2016 – 2017 season with two exciting and entertaining concerts in November.

On Wednesday, Nov. 9, the Mastersingers will collaborate with Opera Naples in a performance of Puccini’s lush final opera, Turandot.

Conducted by Ramon Tebar, the performance will take place at ArtisNaples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples, at 8 p.m. Ticket and other information can be found on the Opera Naples website at www.operanaples.org/ On Sunday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m., the Mastersingers will perform "The Future of Music,” at The Village Church Auditorium at Shell Point, 15100 Shell Point Blvd., Fort Myers. Tickets are $10. The concert will feature an all-sacred

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repertoire and will include Mastersingers, Mastersingers Chamber Chorus, and the premiere performance of the new Mastersingers City of Palms Youth Choir. Tickets are available at www.shellpoint.org/sop/ “These two performances are exciting to our singers and, we trust, entertaining to our growing Southwest Florida audiences,” said Anthony Contino, Mastersingers president. “We are delighted to be renewing our collaboration with Opera Naples and to have the opportunity to perform in Naples once again.”

“We are equally excited about our second concert, ‘The Future of Music.’ It’s at this concert that we will introduce the new City of Palms Youth Choir, sponsored by the Symphonic Mastersingers. We are committed to music excellence and believe that this new ensemble builds upon that commitment and represents an important aspect of the future of choral music in Southwest Florida,” said Contino.

Shell Point releases schedule for 2016-17 concert series

Shell Point Retirement Community has announced its 2016-2017 concert series, which brings a variety of local and international performers to Shell Point’s campus in three distinct musical series: Fine and Performing Arts, Concerts and Conversations, and the Southwest Florida Symphony.

Music enthusiasts are encouraged to buy tickets soon to benefit from advance ticket package savings, and before concerts sell out completely.

“The 2016-2017 series is filled with many talented musicians who are renowned for their ability to convey uplifting messages through music and artistry. We hope to share memorable musical moments with Southwest Florida residents through these performances,” said Laura Slack, Shell Point director of Resident Life.

The Village Church, one of Shell Point’s two main concert venues, recently completed extensive acoustical and esthetic upgrades during the summer. “The addition of more than 100 linear feet of solid, natural wood, sound-diffuser panels greatly enhances the acoustics of the space and provides greater clarity of sound, resulting in a pleasing experience for concertgoers,” said Randy Woods, minister of worship and music at The Village Church.”

2016 – 2017 Performance Summary The 2016 – 2017 season’s Fine and Performing Arts lineup brings high-energy, accomplished musical ensembles to the recently renovated Village Church Auditorium: • The Four Freshmen – Saturday, Nov. 12, at 7:30 p.m.

• Cantus – Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m.

• American Portraits, Featuring Dallas Brass and Daniel Rodriguez – Thursday, Jan. 12, at

7:30 p.m.

• River City Brass – Thursday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 p.m.

• Jive Aces – Monday, March 20, at 7:30 p.m.

• Bonus Concert: The Barbary Coast Dixieland Band – Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 7:30 p.m.

Concerts and Conversations offers classical music aficionados an opportunity to experience concerts in an intimate setting, followed by a dessert reception with the musicians after the performance: • William and Beth Larsen, Flutists – Monday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m.

• You Ju Lee, Classical Pianist – Thursday, Jan. 5, at 7 p.m.

• Fred Moyer Jazz Trio – Friday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m.

• Danut Muresan, Violinist – Monday, April 3, at 7 p.m.

Shell Point has partnered with the local Southwest Florida Symphony to present several performances that showcase the best of classical orchestral compositions: • Holiday Pops: The Holidays in Paradise – Monday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 p.m.

• Small-Stage Symphony Series: Gloria, with the FGCU Chamber Choir – Thursday, Feb. 9, at 7:30 p.m.

• Small-Stage Symphony Series: Concierto de Aranjuez – Thursday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m.

Individual tickets for the 2016-17 concert series range from $15 to $35. Advance ticket packages are also available by musical series, and provide savings up to $50.

Place your reservations today by contacting the concert box office at 239-454-2067, or buy online at www.shellpoint.org/concerts.

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Oktoberfest Oct. 21-23 & Oct. 28-30 in Cape Coral Bodensee Perlen

Time for Munich in Cape Coral. Mid October is fast approaching and Southwest Florida is looking forward to the largest party of the year - the 31st Annual Cape Coral Oktoberfest.

Hosted annually by the German American Social Club, final preparations are in full swing for the community's largest festival, the event for fun, good food, freshly poured domestic, craft and German beer, live music on several stages, laughter, dancing – from polka to the Chicken Dance - simply put - it's the famous German Gemütlichkeit.

Organizers have been inviting the community to celebrate the festivities with them on the GASC "Wies'n" on the last two weekends of October since the mid-1980s. The big tent is going up, banners are being hung, the long tables are coming out, the food and drink areas are being prepared. You can smell it in the air - it's time for fun. Located on the 25 acres of the German American Social Club on Pine Island Road in Cape Coral, this is where you want to be this time of year to experience fun for the entire family.

Munich's Wies'n have never been so close.

Munich in Cape Coral has been a cornerstone of the Cape Coral community since 1986. The city of Cape Coral issues a proclamation each year, giving the festival the official community character it still holds to this day.

This year's festival is Oct. 21, 22 and 23 and Oct. 28, 29 and 30 - the last two full weekends of the month.

The gates open on both Fridays at 4 p.m. and on noon on Saturdays and Sundays. They close at midnight on Friday and Saturday and at 9 p.m. on Sunday.

Flying in directly from Germany this year are not one, but two bands, the big band – the Bodensee Perlen from the Lake Constance area and the Aichers, a threeman band from Berg, Germany, also near Lake Constance in the southwestern part of the country. Also featured this year is Europaband from Orlando, who play a very wide variety of music and songs from old

Aichers Buren German polkas and sing alongs. New this year is the addition of Stringtown, a popular local blues, country and jazz band.

Visitors can also enjoy the other musical acts, watch the exuberant dancers of Kellyn Celtic Arts Irish Dance Academy, admire all of the colorful Dirndls the women are wearing, or the Lederhosen and hats the men have. And you'll meet the Ms. Oktoberfest 2016, the very lovely Scarlett Conrad from Maintal, Germany.

The music never stops in the big tent, with stages on each end of the giant dance floor. The Bavarian Gardens also feature non-stop music, from Blues to Polka not only from Swingtown, Europaband, Hafenkapelle, but also from other club favorites, such as Peter Dee, the Manni Daum Trio and Peter & Edith.

Enjoy a bratwurst from the Rheinhaus, some potato pancakes, Schweinshaxe from the Alpiner Haus, freshly made Schnitten (sandwiches) from the Black Forest Haus, or any of the other delicacies offered by the many international vendors. Or, enjoy a sitdown dinner in the Von Steuben Hall, where you can savor German/Austrian cuisine, such as Schnitzel, Sauerbraten and freshly baked Apfel Strudel.

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Estero Concert Series begins Nov. 12

The music of Haydn, Puts and Dvorak will usher in the sixth season of chamber music concerts at the Koreshan State Historic Site’s Art Hall at 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12.

Featured artists will be the Baumer Quartet, which includes Nathan Olson and Aaron Requiro on violin and John T. Posadas and David Requiro on viola. Each of these accomplished artists tour nationally and internationally as soloists, recitalists, collaborative artists and orchestral musicians. They are also resident artists and teachers at the University of Puget Sound, the University of North Texas and the University of South Florida School of Music.

The Estero Concert Series will feature four additional concerts this season, including music by Schumann, Beethoven and Brahms on Jan. 29; Mozart and Arensky on Feb. 26; J. Brahms and P. Haas on March 26, and Bach and Shostakovich on April 30. All concerts start at 4 p.m.

Performers for all of these concerts are accomplished classical musicians, several of whom are currently with the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra and

Baumer Quartet

other important musical groups around the country.

The Art Hall at the Koreshan State Park is located at 3800 Corkscrew Road. Seating is limited to 90 attendees.

Concert tickets are available at $42 per person; this price includes entrance to the park. Reservations may be made by calling 239-596-8404 or emailing rcc@rccnaples.org.

These concerts are presented by Bella Gutshtein and Boris Sandler, artistic directors and founders of the Estero Concert Series.

Annual Stonecrab Festival returns to Naples Oct. 28-30

The annual Stonecrab Festival is a weekend of food and fun starring of course, the stone crab.

It’s also your chance to explore the beautiful Naples waterfront with activities on land and by water in and around Bayfront, Port of Naples Marina, Tin City and Naples Transportation and Tours General Store/Heritage Museum.

The annual festival will be held Oct. 28 30. Hours will be 4 - 10 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday that weekend.

The Oct. 28 kick-off party is at Pincher’s Crab Shack with live music by Deb and The Dynamics from 6 - 9 p.m.

On Saturday, the musical lineup includes The Good Bad Kids at 11 a.m., Ben Allen Band at 2:30 p.m., and Turnstiles (a Billy Joel tribute band) at 6 p.m.

Sunday’s music includes Cadillac Blue from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Dazzling Del Rays from 2 to 5 p.m.

The weekend will feature a variety of activities for all ages and include vendor booths, drink specials, Pure Florida tours, Naples Princess cruises, kids activities and more.

Admission to the event is free. Parking is $5. A portion of the weekend’s proceeds will benefit local non profits such as Freedom Waters Foundation.

Naples Concert Band kicks off its 45th season on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. with a concert in the park that will feature impressive soloists, classic band literature, movie themes, Broadway show tunes, and of course traditional marches. Soloists Wendy Renee and Craig Greusel will sing highlights from Show Boat. “Swing's The Thing,” arranged by Warren Barker, will be performed in memory of Bill Belaney, Naples Concert Band longtime member and announcer, who recently passed away. And, John Davis will present a one-of-a-kind solo on a typewriter to Leroy Anderson’s “The

Typewriter.”

Admission is free, with donations appreciated. Donations received at each concert help defray expenses and The Band's Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships each year to deserving NCB student members. Guests are encouraged to arrive early with lawn chairs and blankets for seating. The Naples Concert Band is a nonprofit organization dedicated to entertaining the community with enriching Sunday Concerts in the Park.

For more info, call 239-263-9521 or visit online at www.NaplesConcertBand.org.

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TRIBUTE BANDS & OTHER MUSIC ACTS

Sept. 29 - Neil Diamond tribute

Oct. 21 - Motown Magic by Greg Miller

Sept. 30 - The Beach Boys tribute

Oct. 22 - The Del Prados

Oct. 1 - The Eagles tribute

Oct. 27 - Tina Turner and Blues Brothers tribute

Oct. 6 - Brylcream Oct. 7 - Fleetwood Mac tribute Oct. 8 - The Beatles tribute Oct. 13 - Bob Seger, Billy Joel, Cher & Lady Gaga tribute Oct. 14 - Jimmy Buffett tribute Oct. 15 - Journey, Bon Jovi tribute

Oct. 28 - The Eagles tribute Oct. 29 - Motown, Santana tribute Nov. 2 - Brylcream Nov. 3 - Swing, soul, rock & roll

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ACMA welcomes Rod MacDonald, Twin Kennedy

The American Community Music Association (ACMA) has another great month of original music lined up for October. You are not going to want to miss a show.

Rod MacDonald will perform on Saturday, Oct. 8. Joe Virga will open the show.

Rod MacDonald is an American singersongwriter, novelist and educator. He was a big part of the 1980s folk revival in Greenwich Village clubs, performing at the Speakeasy, The Bottom Line, Folk City and the Songwriter's Exchange at the Cornelia Street Cafe for many years. He co-founded the Greenwich Village Folk Festival. He is perhaps best known for his songs "American Jerusalem," about the "contrast between the rich and the poor in Manhattan" (Sing Out!), "A Sailor's Prayer," "Coming of the Snow," "Every Living Thing," and "My Neighbors in Delray," a description of the Sept. 11 hijackers' last days in Delray Beach, where MacDonald has lived since 1995.

His 1985 recording "White Buffalo" is dedicated to Lakota Sioux ceremonial chief and healer Frank Fools Crow, whom he visited in 1981 and 1985, and who appears with MacDonald in the cover photograph. Since 1995, MacDonald has lived in South Florida, where his CD, "Later that Night" was named "Best Local Cd of 2014" by The Palm Beach Post and reached the top ten in national folk music charts. His first novel, The Open Mike, about a young man in the open mike scene of Greenwich Village, was published on December 5, 2014, by Archway Publishing MacDonald has released 11 solo recordings on several record labels in the U.S., eight in Europe on the Swiss label Brambus, and 21 songs with Smithsonian Folkways (through the

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Fast Folk Musical Magazine), and appears as lead singer of Big Brass Bed, a Palm Beach County rock and roll band, on 3 CDs of Bob Dylan songs and originals.

MacDonald has appeared on stage with fellow artists, including Pete Seeger, Peter Yarrow, Odetta, Tom Paxton, the Violent Femmes, Suzanne Vega, Shawn Colvin, Dave Van Ronk, Emmylou Harris, Richie Havens, Ani DiFranco, Tom Chapin, Jack Hardy and David Massengill. He has performed at festivals in Philadelphia, Winnipeg, Florida, South Florida, Riverhawk, Boston, Kerrville, Greenwich Village, Falcon Ridge, New Bedford Summerfest, Port Fairy (Australia) and Trowbridge (UK), and on the radio program Mountain Stage. He was reportedly the first American singer to tour the newly independent Czech Republic in 1991, and has made 35 tours in Europe since 1985, nearly all of them with NYC bassist Mark Dann.

Joe Virga has been performing as a singersongwriter for over 40 years. His unique chord structure melodies, poignant words and distinct tenor have set him apart in the Florida Folk community. Joe Virga Learned to play Guitar while serving his country on a helicopter carrier during the Vietnam war. Upon his return he began playing in the Greenwich Village at the legendary Folk City (Gurdies). He learned about the music cooperative while there and became a member. The co-op became a mecca for the second folk music scene in New York City. Its membership included such performers as Susan Vega, Rod McDonald, Michelle Shocked, Christine Laven, John Gorka, Cliff Eberhart, David Roth, Dave VonRonk, Hugh Blumenfeld and Mark Dan. Joe

Rod MacDonald is a writer and guitar player and a great lead and background vocalist.

The ACMA will present the homegrown sounds of Peggy & Emery Williams , The Doctor & Dave on Saturday, Oct. 15. The easy listening sounds of the husband and wife team of Emery and Peggy Williams can best be described as “Contemporary Coffee House/Wine Bar,” a little folky and a little smokey. Peggy's gentle guitar style and soothing voice along with Emery's endless array of percussion sounds and harmonica interludes provide especially memorable "homegrown sounds."

Dr.Val & Dave began singing together six years ago, and found their voices worked together to form unusual harmonies that seemed to twine and blossom as they continued to hone their musical union. Dave ‘s song across many genres, and his greatest influences have been Gene Pitney, Elvis Costello, The Beatles, Dylan, and Herb Eimerman of the Britanicas.

Val is classically trained, although she was also influenced by Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holliday, and Anita Baker, among others. Val & David married in 2010.

Now they collaborate on songs Dave has written, creating new versions, as well as new songs, that combine their musical passion and skill.

Twin Kennedy will perform Oct. 22 on the ACMA stage in Fort Myers. Their musical bond is as strong as their small town roots – Twin Kennedy, comprised of West Coast sisters Carli and Julie Kennedy, have been making music together since they could talk. Born and raised in the small town of Powell River, Twin Kennedy grew up perfecting their sibling harmonies and dynamic live performances, while making their name known throughout their small community as a family band.

Growing up in such a musically infused family, it is no wonder that these sisters crafted their sound through a unique fusion of their background in country, folk, jazz and classical music. With years of classical training, including their bachelor’s degrees in music performance from the University of Victoria, the sisters have found their home in country music. With Carli on vocals and guitar, and Julie on vocals and violin, these petite powerhouses will fill your soul with joy and warmth through their seamless harmonies and heartfelt songwriting.

With two EPs in their back pocket as Carli & Julie Kennedy, these sisters came into 2015 making a splash in the Canadian country music scene, releasing their debut LP as Twin Kennedy, which earned a Western Canadian Music Award nomination for Producer of the Year. Produced by multiple CCMA and JUNO award winning artist George Canyon and renowned West Coast producer Graham Sharkey, It’s a Love Thing is a beautifully hon-

Twin Kennedy est account of the ebb and flow of the navigation through love and life. From the uplifting opening track “Get Back Up Again” to the heartbreaking vulnerability of “That’s What I Should Have Said” Twin Kennedy has compiled a track listing that is self-described as a true extension of themselves. Their latest single, “Secondhand Gold” has already been recognized as the Grand Prize Award winner in the country category of the 2015 John Lennon Songwriting Contest and the 2016 Lennon Award winner.

Opening for Twin Kennedy will be Bill Fields.

Bill is a local singer songwriter for the Cainfields band, who currently have three CDs and are working on a fourth. He writes in an uplifting northern California style. His writing and singing are very eclectic including westerns of the Southwest, blues, jazz, rock, folk, and meditation. Often his music comes from a place of peace and love with thoughts of flowing rivers, mountains, and life's journeys. His song “Mother Nature” was chosen to represent the Charlotte Harbor estuary.

The ACMA welcomes Patchouli & Terra Guitarra on Saturday, Oct. 29.

Patchouli and Terra Guitarra is master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter and guitarist Julie Patchouli.

ZMR calls Terra Guitarra “one of the top neuvo-flamenco groups in the world,”,with a #1 and two top 5 internationally charting albums and multiple “Album of the Year” nominations.

Patchouli is a folk festival headliner and public radio favorite with pure, haunting lead vocals and beautiful harmonies. Their sound, depth and virtuosity is described as “Simon and Garfunkel meets the Gipsy Kings” and “taking a yoga class in a field of running mustangs."

Their soulful fusion of blazing Spanish and world guitar instrumentals, spine tingling vocal harmonies, and epic folk rock anthems are infused with a visible on stage chemistry.

Opening for Patchouli is local songwriter Andy Getch. Andy Getch is mainly self-taught with a lot of digging through books and listening at open mics, house concerts and concerts.

One of his goals are to write approximately 100 songs a year, Andy works hard at his craft while still having fun. We thing you well walk away with one of Andy’s song playing in your head for weeks to come.

The ACMA provides a venue for local and touring artists, many are award winning performers in the Americana/Folk community. All shows are in a quiet, intimate setting and every show is a meet and greet with the artists. Be prepared to be impressed by the talent that is available to you all year round for a cost of $10 to $15 donation. The ACMA is a non-sectarian not for profit organization. These concerts are held at All Faiths Congregation located at 2756 McGregor Blvd. in Fort Myers. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and all shows start at 7 p.m. For more information visit www.americana.org.

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LOCAL & LIVE MUSIC IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

Backstreets

Hotel Indigo

Seminole Casino Hotel

The Barrel Room

Hurricane Charley’s

The Shell Factory

915 SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral • 239-945-7555 2210 Bay St. Fort Myers • 239-333-2225

Bert’s Bar & Grill

4271 Pine Island Rd Matlacha • 239-282-3232

Blue Monkey Bar & Grille

755 Mission Hills Drive, Naples 239-597-2583

Buckingham Blues Bar 5641 Buckingham Road Fort Myers • 239-693-7111

The Buddha Bar

12701 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 239-482-8565

Cape Cabaret

4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral 239-549-3000

The Cigar Bar

Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers • 239-267-6020

Coconuts

850 Lafayette St. Cape Coral • 239-541-3221

The Cottage

1270 Estero Blvd., Ft Myers Beach 239-765-5440

Dixie Roadhouse

1023 SE 47th Terrace Cape Coral • 239-541-7900

Fathoms

5785 Cape Harbour Drive Cape Coral 239-542-0123

Fishermen’s Village

1200 W. Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda • 941-639-8721

1520 Broadway, Fort Myers 239-337-3446 300 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda • 941-639-9695

Jacaranda

1233 Periwinkle, Sanibel 239-472-1771

The Keys Bar & Grille

9905 Gulf Coast Main St., Fort Myers • 239-433-3323

Lakehouse Bar & Grill

3401 Bay Commons Drive, Bonita Springs • 239-948-4400

Lansdowne Street

24851 S. Tamiami Trail #7 Bonita Springs • 239-495-3800

The Nauti Mermaid

5961 Silver King Blvd.

Cape Coral • 239-541-5600

506 S. 1st St., Immokalee 800-218-0007 2787 N. Tamiaimi Trail North Fort Myers 239-995-2141

Smokin Oyster Brewery

340 Old San Carlos Blvd.

Ft Myers Beach 239-463-3474

Sneaky Pete’s

3465 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs • 239-498-8887

The Stage

9144 Bonita Beach Road Bonita Springs • 239-405-8566

Ter-Tini’s

7050 Crystal Drive, Fort Myers • 239-277-5475

Tiki at Wyndham Garden

Nervous Nellie’s

6890 Estero Blvd.

Fort Myers Beach 239-463-5711

Old Naples Pub

18051 S. Tamiami Trail Fort Myers • 239-267-7900

1131 First St., Ft Myers Beach 239-463-8077 255 13th Avenue S., Naples 239-649-8200

Paradise Tiki Hut at Dolphin Key Resort

1502 Miramar St. Cape Coral • 239-540-8454

Parrot Key Caribbean Grill

2500 Main St., Ft Myers Beach 239-463-3257

Pete’s Time Out 1005 Estero Blvd.

Fort Myers Beach 239-463-5900

The Rhythm House

16440 S. Tamiami Trail Fort Myers • 239-466-8326

Tiki Bar at Days Inn Twisted Vine Bistro

2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 239-226-1687

The Village Pub

4360 Gulf Shore, Naples 239-262-2707

Whiskey Park

3380 Mercantile Ave. Naples • 239-263-6777

Yucatan Beach Stand 250 Old San Carlos Fort Myers Beach 239-333-4386

Some of the many places to hear live music in Southwest Florida.

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October 2 Maren Morris

Pink Shell Resort, Ft. Myers Beach

October 7

Jack Russell & Great White Englewood Event Center

Skid Row, Cinder

Six Bends Harley-Davidson, Ft Myers

October 8

Skid Row, Cinder

Nevermind Bar, Cape Coral

Peter Frampton Artis–Naples

October 14 Lonestar

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

October 15

Sammy Kershaw

Englewood Event Center

Kool & The Gang

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Jason Isbell

October 21 Sawyer Brown

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

October 23

Mary Chapin Carpenter

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

November 2 ZZ Top

Artis–Naples

November 4 Les Stroud

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

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November 7

Gavin DeGraw & Andy Grammer

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

November 10 Joe Louis Walker

The Rhythm House, Fort Myers

Frankie Ballard

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

November 11 Casting Crowns

Germain Arena, Estero

Jana Kramer, Chase Bryant Coconut Fest, Cape Coral

November 12

Moonshine Bandits

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

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November 19

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

October 18

O.A.R.

Rick Springfield

Bobby Bones and The Raging Idiots

Artis–Naples

The Rhythm House, Fort Myers

Dixie Roadhouse, Cape Coral

November 18

Dennis DeYoung

Kenny Neal

Big SMO

Coconut Fest, Cape Coral

Seminole Casino Hotel, Immokalee

October 20

November 6

Kool & the Gang to play Seminole Casino Oct. 15

Beasley Media Group’s Sunny 106.3 and the Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee will host an unforgettable evening with musical legends Kool & the Gang.

This concert is planned for Saturday, Oct. 15, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the show will begin at 8 p.m. The show will be outside, so feel free to bring your own chair, but coolers and pets will have to stay home.

Concert goers may purchase tickets online at www.sunny1063.com. General admission tickets are $36 in advance. A limited amount of VIP tickets will be available. The VIP tickets will provide a separate exclusive entrance, private section directly in front of the stage with a

seat, private bar, complimentary appetizers and two beverages for only $125.

Kool & the Gang has sold over 70 million albums worldwide and influenced the music of three generations. Thanks to songs like “Celebration,” “Cherish,” “Jungle Boogie,” “Summer Madness,” “Open Sesame” and so many more.

They’ve earned two Grammy Awards, seven American Music Awards, 25 Top Ten R&B hits, nine Top Ten Pop hits, and 31 gold and platinum albums. Kool & the Gang has performed continuously for the past 45 years, longer than any R&B group in history. Their bulletproof funk and tough, jazzy arrangements have also made them the most sampled band of all time.

Tyler Farr

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

Mannheim Steamroller

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

November 20

Bob Dylan and His Band

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

December 2 Craig Morgan

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

December 8

Martina McBride

Barbara B. Mann Hall, Fort Myers

Chris Lane

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

December 9

Luke Combs & Friends

The Ranch Concert Hall, Fort Myers

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Lonestar, Sawyer Brown to play The Ranch

The Sam Galloway Concert Series continues this fall with a great lineup of national artists performing at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.

In October, The Ranch welcomes Lonestar on Oct. 14 and Sawyer Brown on Oct. 21.

Lonestar has always set the bar high, but Never Enders exceeds expectations. “It’s always a challenge,” says Richie as they gather one quiet morning at The Band Cave. “But when we’re writing, we always try to stay true to how we’ve done it in the past sonically and lyrically, while still looking to take what we do to new levels.”

The exhilarating affirmations of the title track “Never Enders,” the haunting reflection on time lost in “My Own Hometown,” the emotional honesty of “Us,” their playful, grin- teasing riff on modern love in “I Want a Love” and their tribute to all the gorgeous lady bartenders they’ve known on “Boomerang” — each song on Never Enders mixes artful craft and the poetry of plain speech, each melody rings clear and all of it reminds us of how emotionally powerful country music can be. Advance tickets for Lonestar start at $28.

Originally, Sawyer Brown was known for a primarily country pop sound dominated largely by novelty tunes; by 1991, however, the band began to express a more serious side to its music by adding ballads to its repertoire.

Sawyer Brown has released 20 studio albums, of which three have been certified gold in the United States for sales of 500,000 copies. More than 50 of their singles have entered the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including three Number One singles. Advance tickets for Sawyer Brown start at $28.

Pop rocker Rick Springfield returns to The Ranch Concert Hall on Sunday, Nov. 6. Known by many for his 1981 No. 1 hit “Jessie’s Girl,” Springfield has also had four other Top 10 hits with "I've Done Everything for You," "Don't Talk to Strangers," "Affair of the Heart" and "Love Somebody."

Advance tickets range from $37 to $250 for Rick Springfield’s show on Nov. 6.

Lonestar - Oct. 14 Other shows scheduled for The Ranch Concert Hall include Frankie Ballard Nov. 10, The LACS and Moonshine Bandits Nov. 12, Tyler Farr Nov. 19, Craig Morgan Dec. 2, Chris Lane Dec. 8, Luke Combs Dec. 9, Eli Young Band Dec. 16 and Aaron Lewis Feb. 11.

The Sam Galloway concert series was started in the fall of 2014 to help bring awareness to Community Cooperative (The Soup Kitchen) and the good work they do in the community, says Brian Tidwell, general sales manager of Sam Galloway Ford.

The concert series features

Sawyer Brown - Oct. 21

Rick Springfield - Nov. 6

Les Stroud at Mann Hall Nov. 4

Les Stroud is a man of many talents, a Renaissance man of sorts. Fans of his wildly popular reality TV series “Survivorman” on the Discovery Channel know him not only for his un-surmountable survival skills and camera work, but also for his killer harmonica riffs showcased in several episodes of the show. Les is a genuine musician and he is about to start the quintessential adventure of his life.

From the time he was a teenager, Les has been writing, singing and performing professionally. He has released several independent records and has the chops to back up his musical endeavors as evidenced on his forthcoming project, Survivorman; Mother Earth, featuring the first single and music video “Arctic Mistress.”.

Through his travels as Survivorman, Les has been immersed in nature, experiencing first-hand the beauty and perils of Mother Earth. The songs he’s written are testimonies to these personal adventures and now he wants to spread his message of love for the Earth and preserve her greatness for generations to come.

The song, “Arctic Mistress”

features Inuit Throat Singing (recorded on an iceberg during the filming of an episode of "Survivorman"), a haunting melody, and poignant lyrics. It calls on the listener to “breathe the Arctic air...” in an attempt to enlighten mankind to stop, listen, and take note of the World around us.

Breathe in the message, before it’s too late. Survivorman; Mother Earth embodies all that is Les Stroud, the man and his mission, coming together in the music. “Arctic Mistress” is but a brief glimpse into what is yet to come.

Come hear Les Stroud live with his 5-piece band at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall on Nov. 4 at 8 p.m.

His show will entertain the audience with music, storytelling, and scenes from his travels.

Tickets are available at www.bbmannpah.com or at the box office 239-481-4849.

A portion of the shows’ proceeds benefit CREW Land and Water Trust and the Boy Scouts of America. CREW’s mission is to protect the watershed, preserve panther and bear habitats, be a steward of clean water, and provide environmental education to the public. They have protected over 60,000 acres of land spanning Lee and Collier Counties since 1989 that include guided nature-walks, hiking, biking, birding, geocaching, and more.

To support the Boy Scouts of America, enter BSA passcode when purchasing tickets at bbmannpah.com. Any proceeds to BSA will go to support their Camp Flying Eagle and Miles operations for a chance to buy a new canoe or two for their camps.

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rock and country artists on a regular basis at the venue which opened in late 2014.

Portions of the profits of each concert go to help Community Cooperative feed the community, Tidwell said. For every pound of food donated, Sam Galloway Ford donates $1 to Community Cooperative. Concert goers are also encouraged to bring canned food items to the concerts at The Ranch.

The country concerts at The Ranch are done in partnership with local radio station Gator Country 101.9.

For tickets & details, visit www.theranchfortmyers.com. The Ranch can be reached at 239-985-9839.

For most concerts, the doors open at 7 p.m. at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers

Big SMO at Dixie Nov. 6

A3 Concerts presents Big SMO in concert on Sunday, Nov. 6 at Dixie Roadhouse in Cape Coral.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. General admission tickets are $25, VIP tickets are $32. A3 Concerts is offering advance purchase specials on all tickets. Buy tickets online at Big SMO www.A3concerts.com or at Dixie Roadhouse.

“This album is definitely about growth.” So says Smo, whose growth as a force in American music cannot be denied. Having topped 50 million views on YouTube, sold more than 450,000 tracks and dominated both the country and rap charts, the charismatic Tennessee-bred artist, outdoorsman and family man draws fans from across all social boundaries.

How does he do it? He speaks truth. He lays down epic rhymes that challenge listeners to party when they can, to champion the values on which they were (or should have been) raised, to look straight into the eyes of life, to laugh and love and even get angry every once in a while if that helps make things right.

These many sides of Smo are represented proudly on his latest album. Yes, We The People is about growth, in creative horizons as well as in a worldview nurtured by time and trial. But it’s also about the growth it inspires among his ever-expanding audience, who see their own stories mirrored in his.

Dixie Roadhouse is located at 1023 SE 47th Terrace in Cape Coral.

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Comedy Clubs

OCTOBER

SATURDAY - 1

FRIDAY - 7 continued

Piff the Magic Dragon

John Charles & Anthony J. Monte

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Ron Feingold & Duncan Jay

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

7 & 9 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

6 & 9:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

8 & 10 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

Piff the Magic Dragon

Killer Baez & BC Murphy

SUNDAY - 2

Russ Nagel & Ryan VanGenderen

Kate Quigley

James Yon & Tommy ONeil

7 & 9 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy

SATURDAY - 8

Kate Quigley

FRIDAY - 14

Rondell Sheridan

Dave Landau & Austin Anderson

8:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

SATURDAY - 15

James Yon & Tommy ONeil

7 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

86 & 9:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Russ Nagel & Ryan VanGenderen

Piff the Magic Dragon

6, 8 & 10 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

SUNDAY - 9

WEDNESDAY - 5

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

THURSDAY - 6

John Carfi

Rondell Sheridan

Dave Landau & Austin Anderson

Ron Feingold & Duncan Jay

7:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

6 & 9:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

Kountr y Wayne

Dave Landau & Austin Anderson

Rondell Sheridan

7:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

7 & 9 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

THURSDAY - 13

Russ Nagel & Ryan VanGenderen

James Yon & Tommy ONeil

7:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

FRIDAY - 7

Ron Feingold & Duncan Jay

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Russ Nagel & Ryan VanGenderen

8:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone Club

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

8595 College Parkway Fort Myers 239-479-5233 laughincomedycafe.com

* schedules subject to change

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WEDNESDAY - 12

Rondell Sheridan

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

Dave Landau & Austin Anderson

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

SUNDAY - 16

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

WEDNESDAY - 19

Michael Mack & John Charles

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

THURSDAY - 20

Alex Or tiz & Sheena Reagan

7:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Pat Godwin

7:30 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

Michael Mack & John Charles

Off the Hook Comedy Club 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road unit #1100, Naples 239-389-6901 offthehookcomedy.com

The Comedy Zone at Visani Restaurant

2400 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte 941-764-3463 visani.net

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

FRIDAY - 21

Alex Or tiz & Sheena Reagan

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Michael Mack & John Charles

8:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

Comedy Club calendar online at www.HappeningsMagazine.net

Laugh In Comedy Cafe welcomes Alex Ortiz

Alex Ortiz will be at the Laugh In Comedy Café in Fort Myers Oct. 20 - 22.

Labeled the "Boriqua Beast Of Comedy," Alex Ortiz is one of the fastest rising stars in the comedy world today.

Along with working comedy clubs around the world, and his many TV appearances (HBO’s Bad Boyz Of Comedy, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Who Got Jokes, and Winning Showtime At The Apollo’s TKO Comedy Championship), he has performed for USO Tours in 15 different countries. His high energy laugh a

FRIDAY - 21 continued

Pat Godwin

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

SATURDAY - 22

minute style is guaranteed to keep you In stitches and wanting more.

With a combination of life stories, and voice impressions that are uncanny, Alex Ortiz puts on a show you will not soon forget.

The Fort Myers shows will be Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 21 and 22 at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Laugh In Comedy Cafe is located at 8595 College Parkway, Fort Myers.

For tickets, call 239-4795233 or visit online at www.laughincomedycafe.com

THURSDAY - 27 continued Phil Johnson & Aniria Wilson

7:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Dale Jones & Steve N etta

Alex Ortiz & Sheena Reagan

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

Pat Godwin

Phil Johnson & Aniria Wilson

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

6, 8 & 10 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

Michael Mack & John Charles

6 & 9:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

SUNDAY - 23

Pat Godwin

7:30 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

TUESDAY - 25

Dale Jones & Steve Netta

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

WEDNESDAY - 26

Dale Jones & Steve Netta

8 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

THURSDAY - 27

Kenny Rogerson

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

FRIDAY - 28

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Kenny Rogerson

8 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

Dale Jones & Steve N etta

8:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

SATURDAY - 29

Phil Johnson & Aniria Wilson

7:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Laugh In Comedy Cafe

Kenny Rogerson

7 & 9 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club

SUNDAY - 30

Kenny Rogerson

7 p.m.

Off the Hook Comedy Club Dale Jones & St eve Ne tt a 6 & 9:30 p.m.

The Comedy Zone

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River District

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THIRD FRIDAY EVERY MONTH The next Music Walk will be

Friday, OCT. 21

LIVE MUSIC STARTS AT 6 PM Fort Myers Music Walk

Library to launch Comic Fest Oct. 15

A family friendly, Comic Fest is planned for Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Fort Myers Regional Library campus from noon to 4 p.m.

Keynote speaker Stephen Hayford, a nationally known diorama artist will present the program “Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Working in Secrecy.”

Activities will include trivia contests, table top gaming, cosplay (a contraction of the words costume play, is a performance art in which participants called cosplayers wear costumes), video games, Japanese culture, coloring, 3D printing, karaoke, a costume parade and a selfie-station.

Artists showcasing henna, sculpture, and other types of art will be on site and selling their designs. Comics, games and anime paraphernalia will also be available for sale. The event is free, though pre-registration is required for popular activities. To register for an activity, go

Come visit us at ...

The

Bacchus Room

... upstairs at Prime

DeLeon Steakhouse

PATIO DE LEON

DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS RIVER DISTRICT

Happy Hour Daily until 8 pm

SpiritsofBacchus.com Now open Sunday at 12:30 for football.

to www.leelibrary.net/calendar.

Attendees will be required to follow posted event rules about costumes, clothing, safety and code of conduct. Find them online at www.leelibrary.net.

“We are grateful to the Friends of the Fort Myers Regional Library for sponsoring this important community event. It will provide a fun place to interact and be creative while the library promotes graphic novel collections, literacy and library services,” Lee County Library System director Sheldon Kaye said.

The Lee County Library System serves Lee County with books, downloadable e-books, digital content, Books-by-Mail, a bookmobile, e-sources, music and films, programs and meeting space. Don’t have a Lee County Library System library card?

Getting one is free and easy. Visit leelibrary.net to apply online, or stop by any branch. Information about Lee County Library System is available for your convenience 24/7 at leelibrary.net where you can find out about library services, programs, locations, view an online events calendar or place a hold on library items. Telephone reference is available at 239-479-info (4636).

Enjoy our Scenic Rooftop Lounge for warm breezes & beautiful sunsets.

HAPPY HOUR Daily 5 - 7 pm

Having an Event?

Give us a call, we do it all!

1520 Broadway

in the Historic River District Downtown Fort Myers

239-337-3446

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Ivy Cottage

Antiques & Treasures

4,000 square feet filled with treasures

Fine Antiques to Shabby & Cottage Chic. Vintage Treasures of times gone by.

Collectibles, Lighting, Candles, Home Decor and so much more.

Tuesday through Friday 11 - 5, Saturday 11 - 4 2259 Widman Way

Fort Myers River District

(formerly Peck Street)

(239) 226-0025

DIRECTIONS: Downtown Fort Myers ... Take MLK ... Look for the Oasis Restaurant. Turn on to Hendry Street, then left on Widman Way. We are directly one block BEHIND the Oasis Restaurant. FREE PARKING.

FIRST FRIDAYS EVERY MONTH (rain or shine) 6 - 10 PM

Artist Stacey Brown at Arts for ACT Gallery in September.

Artist Cesar Aguilera at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center in September.

Live Music • Late Menu • Premium Spirits JAZZ BRUNCH SUNDAYS

The River District’s

NEWEST VENUE

for Live Music JAZZ ON THURSDAYS

SUNDAY BRUNCH 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Live Jazz - 10:30 am - 1 pm Joe Delaney & Brandon Roberston NFL Ticket @ 1 p.m.

Rastus Kain Band Saturday, Oct. 1 @ 9 pm Dan Miller and Lew Del Gatto Jazz Quartet Thursday, Oct. 6 @ 7 pm Nick Schnebelan Band Oct. 7 & 8 @ 9 pm Dan Miller and Lew Del Gatto Jazz Quartet Thursday, Oct. 13 @ 7 pm

Mark Telesca Band Oct. 14 & 15 @ 9 pm Dan Miller and Lew Del Gatto Jazz Quartet Thursday, Oct. 20 @ 7 pm Sean Chambers Band Friday, Oct. 21 @ 9 pm Bridget Kelly Band Saturday, Oct. 22 @ 9 pm Dan Miller and Lew Del Gatto Jazz Quartet Thursday, Oct. 27 @ 7 pm TC Carr & Bolts of Blue Friday, Oct. 28 @ 9 pm Lauren Mitchell Band Saturday, Oct. 29 @ 9 pm

River District • 2210 Bay Street • Downtown

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The next Art Walk is Friday, Oct. 7 from 6 - 10 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ICHIBAN Japanese & Chinese Cuisine ut our Ask abo inition h Def

Hig pecial Sushi S

Seven Day Lunch Menu!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Friday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. • Saturday Noon - 11 p.m.

Sunday Noon - 10 p.m.

Fast Friendly Service and Soft Music!

1520 Broadway • Suite 105

DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Tel: (239) 334-6991 • Fax (239) 334-6591 www.IchibanDowntownFortMyers.com

Located at the entrance to the

Hotel Indigo

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Edison Festival of Light taking applications for 2017 parades

It’s that time again to cover yourself in glittering lights. The Edison Festival of Light has opened up applications for their Junior Parade and Grand Parade on their website www.edisonfestival.org.

The 79th annual Grand Parade will sparkle through historic Downtown Fort Myers on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, with the Junior Parade five days before on Feb. 12, 2017. Whether you ride a horse, pull your wagon, or build a tinsel-covered float, they encourage everyone in our community to take part in this historic event.

The Edison Festival Grand Parade encompasses organizations, businesses, and neighborhoods who get creative to amble for an audience of more than 200,000 people. This is a fun team-building opportunity! Get everyone in the office or your next door neighbors to help! The Festival prides itself on tradition and togetherness. Also, the Edison Festival appeals to a wide variety of demographics, which makes a perfect platform for the exposure of your organization to a captive audience.

For the Junior Parade, you don’t need to have a giant float. The Edison Festival of Light encourages schools, families, nonprofits, troops, and everyone in Southwest

Florida to participate by offering several options to take part. Whether you’re part of a band, you want to walk with your favorite equine, or you have a giant balloon, the Edison Festival aims to incorporate everyone to get creative and shine.

Of course, the Edison Festival of Light wouldn’t be complete without, well, light.

As homage to the famous inventor, the Edison Festival requires everyone in the Grand Parade to excite spectators by wearing some sort of illumination. Become a part of the action and join a parade route to illuminate, innovate, and celebrate. Visit the website and apply today.

Designed to “Illuminate. Innovate.

Celebrate.” The Edison Festival of Light, Inc. honors Thomas Alva Edison’s contributions to mankind including Southwest Florida, and seeks to improve the community by education and activities relating to Edison’s works and values. Visit www.edisonfestival.org for more information and become a fan by following us on Facebook (Facebook.com/edisonfestival) and Twitter and Instagram (@edisonfestival). The Edison Festival of Light is a member of the Florida Festivals and Events Association and the International Festivals and Events Association.

Downtown Fort Myers this Fall Join the Mystery every second Friday of the month for a new experience in the River District!

With a new theme each event, thereʼs always something new.

Free to attend, the event begins at 6 pm. SECOND FRIDAY

Friday, Oct. 14

Mystery Walk From classic to cool, downtown streets are lined with the sight of these show cars on the fourth Saturday of the month from 4-8 pm. Music, food, drinks, and more!

Free to the public with many venues featuring additional specials.

FOURTH SATURDAY

Saturday, Oct. 22

Join the newest downtown event with Pet Walk! The pet friendly gathering will occur every fourth Friday of the month beginning at 6:00 pm at the Hendry Street median. Pet owners are expected to have pets leashed and pick up any pet souvenirʼs. FOURTH FRIDAY

Friday, Oct. 28

November 12, 2016 January 14, 2017 March 11, 2017 May 13, 2017

6 - 10 p.m. - Lots of vendors and live bands!

For more events and information

www.FortMyersRiverDistrictAlliance.com

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DINING PICKS FOR FALL 1st Street Deli

at Seminole Casino Hotel

Diners at the Seminole Casino Immokalee will enjoy the 1st Street Deli. The authentic New Yorkstyle delicatessen brings a distinctly unique dining concept to the casino, featuring deli pickles, fresh bread and sandwiches bigger than your appetite. Offerings include piled high pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, reubens, hot paninis, hamburgers and salads. It is open 24/7 with a special overnight menu including breakfast.

506 South 1st Street, Immokalee 800-218-0007 www.seminoleimmokaleecasino.com

GameTime

At GameTime, you can play and eat in style! With a wide variety of menu selections including appetizers like Ahi Tuna Crisps and Fried Mac N' Cheese Balls; entreés that include Baby Back Ribs, Churrasco, Salmon and Pasta dishes; great kid’s meals; healthy Salads and delicious Sports Bar staples like Chicken Wings and Nachos, you are certain to have a fantastic dining experience while everyone has a great time! We offer a full liquor Sports Bar and 2-4-1 all day every day on any individual beer and wine.

10037 Gulf Center Drive, Fort Myers 239-204-5964 www.gametimeplayers.com

Ichiban Japanese & Chinese

Capt’n Fishbones

Capt'n Fishbones at The Shell Factory has moderately priced lunches, dinners and a full selection of cocktails. We serve Florida favorites like: shrimp, crab cakes, fish fries, burgers and sandwiches. Enjoy the great tropical weather at Dogbones Café or the Swamp Bar and Patio where even the four legged "children" are welcome. Thursday- Monday live entertainment creates a fun festive atmosphere. Large group rates are available for lunches, dinners and meetings. Plan your next special event at one of our venues, Weddings, Receptions, Retirement Parties, Corporate Gatherings and Children's Birthday Parties, you name it, we are your perfect culinary choice.

2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 239-995-2141 www.shellfactory.com

EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill at Seminole Casino Hotel

EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill at Seminole Casino Immokalee is your place for down-home favorites. The Grill is serving up a delicious new menu featuring gluten-free and organic items, such as the gluten-free Cobb Salad and savory Organic Herb Roasted Chicken. The EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill opens daily at 11 a.m. and serves all day breakfast, sandwiches, seafood, steaks, tableside flambé desserts and the popular Seminole Fry Bread.

506 South 1st St., Immokalee 800-218-0007 www.seminoleimmokaleecasino.com

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Located at the entrance to the Hotel Indigo, we offer a wide selection of Japanese and Chinese menu items. Stop by for lunch or dinner. They are open seven days a week.

1520 Broadway, #105, Downtown Fort Myers

www.IchibanDowntownFortMyers.com

Joe’s Crab Shack

Located on the banks of the Caloosahatchee River, we offer a creative choice of seafood favorites. Sit at the bar with friends or experience our numerous menu choices. Kick back, strap on a bib and enjoy awesome crabs, seafood and jam to rockin’ tunes on the many picnic tables.

2024 W. First St. Fort Myers 239-332-1881 www.joescrabshack.com

Lucky Mi

at Seminole Casino Hotel

Asian-inspired upscale restaurant Lucky Mi Noodle House at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee has unveiled several creative new menu items that further enhance the dining experience. In addition to Avocado Tempura, Sesame Seared Tuna, and Shanghai Ribs, Lucky Mi has added hot rocks house specials that allow guests to cook their own entrees to perfection at the table on volcanic rock heated to 575 degrees. The new Hot Rocks House Specials include Mixed Seafood (sea scallops, tiger shrimp, king salmon, Asian vegetables), Beef Tenderloin (thinly sliced beef tenderloin and Asian vegetables) and Surf and Turf (cold water lobster tail, sliced beef tenderloin and Asian vegetables), all served with steamed rice and lemon-ginger vinaigrette, hoisin sweet soy and Thai sweet chili dipping sauces.

506 South 1st Street, Immokalee 800-218-0007 www.seminoleimmokaleecasino.com

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Pinchers

at The Marina at Edison Ford

Located on the historic Caloosahatchee River and offering the best riverfront dining experience and sunset views, Pinchers at the Marina at Edison Ford is the place for the freshest seafood. Caught from local waters by local fishermen, Pinchers brings the best catch from the water to the table. With 2 for 1 Happy Hour all day every day and kids eat free, Pinchers is Florida Seafood, Florida Style.

Pinchers has 11 Florida locations including Tin City Naples, Bonita Springs, Tarpon Point Cape Coral, Fort Myers Beach and Gulf Coast Town Center.

2360 West First St., Fort Myers 239-745-7049 www.pinchersusa.com

Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro

Treat your taste buds to simply prepared fish, premium steaks, an impressive wine selection and handcrafted cocktails. Dine indoors or outside on the patio and savor your favorite dish al fresco while overlooking the breathtaking views of the Caloosahatchee River, The Gulf of Mexico and Tarpon Point Marina.

Happy Hour Daily from 4– 7.

5961 Silver King, Cape Coral 239-541-5600 www.Marker92.com

The Rhythm House

The Rhythm House is more than just the best place to catch live local entertainment. Our Menu is designed to fit the tastes of all patrons by offering amazing culinary delights. We utilize local fresh seafood, and cut our steaks. For those who enjoy the simpler side of dining, our 1/2 pound burgers are a crowd favorite. Our Kitchen Crew brings their decades of experience to the table, and serving you a wonderful meal is their passion.

Stop in and check us out, for a quick lunch or for a special night out, Rhythm House is ready for you.

16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 239-466-8326 www.rhythmhousedinnerclub.com

Tiki Hut Bar & Grill

at Dolphin Key Resort

There's always something to do at the Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at the Dolphin Key Resort. Located in Downtown Cape Coral, the biggest Tiki bar in the world offers live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday, Key West Style Relax Wednesday and Thursday, Light Rock and Country to listen and dance to Friday and Saturday, and then of course, let’s really dance Sunday afternoon to Brylcream with Doo Wop and Motown for the real dancers. The Tiki is a dog friendly bar, offers an outdoor atmosphere, so family, and friends two or four legged are welcome. Great food menu, with Florida Specials, pool table,TVs. Open 7 days. Kitchen open late.

1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 239-540-8454 www.dolphinkeyresort.com

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DINING PICKS FOR FALL Twisted Vine Bistro

Twisted Vine Bistro located in downtown Fort Myers' historic River District, prides itself on an extraordinary dining experience. We offer only the freshest seafood, certified Angus Beef, and other unique innovative entrees. We also feature an extensive boutique wine list, with more than 30 wines by the glass. Twisted Vine Bistro grows our house herbs and spices in our courtyard garden! We can accommodate small private event parties for after hours, social gatherings or rehearsal dinners. Dinner is served seven nights a week.

We are open for Monday through Thursdays 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m to 9 p.m. Join us for brunch in our courtyard garden.

The Twisted Vine Bistro has expanded with the opening of The Barrel Room featuring live music and a late menu.

2214 Bay Street, Fort Myers 239-226-1687 www.twistedvinebistro.com

The Veranda

The Veranda's romantic setting in two turn-of-the-century homes, combined with our Southern Regional Cuisine, an extensive wine list, and first class service staff will provide you with the most unique dining experience in SW Florida. Celebrating more than 35 years in business, The Veranda is consistently honored as one of the most award-winning restaurants in the area.

2122 Second St., Fort Myers 239-332-2065 www.verandarestaurant.com

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Saturday -1 Cirque Du Soleil: OVO Through Oct. 2 Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero 239-948-7825 The Eagles Tribute Band The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Broadway Showstoppers Revue Through Oct. 9 Cultural Park Theater 528 Cultural Park Boulevard, Cape Coral 239-772-5862 G. David Howard Dolphin Room, Shell Factory, North Ft Myers Doors 5:30 p.m., show 7:15 p.m. $15, 239-9953999 Charlotte Players present Jerry’s Girls Through Oct. 2 Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte 941-255-1022 Soul Proprietors The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326 Plein Air event DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery, 1400 Colonial Blvd., suite 84, Fort Myers 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 239-590-8645 Yesterdays: The Rockin’ 50s and Groovin’ 60s Through Oct. 8 Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers 239-278-4422 Electric Lipstick Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Rastus Kain Band The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225 Scavenger Dash to benefit Girls on the Run of Collier County Sugden Plaza/Baker Stage on 5th Avenue South The Scavenger Dash is a wild adventure where Corporate and Community Teams solve clues and complete mental and physical challenges while discovering Downtown Naples. Teams of 4 join together to network and team build their way to the finish. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. www.gotrcco.org Caribbean Jerk & Cultural Festival Charlotte County Fairgrounds 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte Noon-8 p.m. 941.629.4252 Island Hopper Songwriter Festival Through Sunday Various locations on Fort Myers Beach www.fortmyers-sanibel.com/island-hopper Live Music featuring Singer Paul Roush Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Performs 5-9 pm in the center court.

941-575-3007 Caribbean Jerk and Cultural Festival Port Charlotte Fairgrounds 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte Advance Tickets $10(Children 13 and under free) and Noon – 8 p.m. www.caribjerkfest.wix.com GreenMarket Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Musicians, fun activities for kids, gardening classes and live cooking. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787

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The Sunset Celebration - Rock Solid Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-590 Blessing of the Fleet Rod & Gun Club on Barron River, Everglades City The event starts at 10 a.m. with fun for all the family and ends at around 1 p.m. 239-695-2905 Mayhem, Chaos & Confusion exhibit The Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda See the most interesting display of sculpture, abstract art and more in multimedia exhibit. On display Oct 1 – Nov 4. www.VisualArtCenter.org.

941-639-8810

Sunday - 2

Maren Morris Island Hopper Songwriter Fest Pink Shell Resort, Fort Myers Beach 5 p.m. www.islandhopperfest.com

Sherrie McCune The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Harbour View Gallery reception Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, Cape Coral Artists Jean Rebholtz and Jim Ellsworth, 6 - 8 p.m. 239-540-5789

Wednesday -5 "First Wednesday ART ALIVE" openings Naples Art District, north of Pine Ridge Rd., west of Airport Rd. Visit galleries and working art studios. 5 - 8 p.m.

Free. 239-580-7999

Jazz Brunch-Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers Music 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-333-2225

Sunset Celebration Cape Coral Yacht Club 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, Cape Coral Join us to celebrate the beauty of our SW Florida Sunsets, while listening to live music on the beach!

There will also be food trucks, vendors selling arts & crafts, jewelry, gift items and more! Free. 4 - 7 p.m. 239-574-0806

Top Shelf Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454

Brian Markley Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Michael Hirst Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 941-575-3007

Monday -3 T.G.I.M. Indie Movie Mondays

Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 1st St, Fort Myers Meet guest judges Jason Parrish, John Scoular, Stephanie Davis, musical guest Al Holland, host Eric Raddatz and co-host Melissa Tschari DeHaven.

Watch short indie films submitted to the Fort Myers Film Festival and help decide whether or not it makes the grade for final programming during the annual festival held March 8 -12, 2017. For tickets, visit www.sbdac.com. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. & show sat 7 p.m. $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students. 239-333-1933 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007 Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Tuesday -4 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale

Brian Lowe The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Thursday -6 Brylcream

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Paul Roush Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007 The Nerd Through Nov. 12 Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers 239-278-4422 Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007

Scotty Bryan Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Princess and Pearl The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

TheatreZone & FGCU present Of Thee I Sing Through Oct. 9 Tobe Recital Hall, FGCU, 10501 FGCU Blvd. S. 888-966-3352

Queens of Country Music – A Spoof!

South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples Debi performing as Dusty Storm with hair as big as tumbleweed and dazzling rodeo queen costumes will have you rolling in the aisles with her tongue-in cheek spoof on life, ex-husbands and songs!

6:30 p.m. 239-252-7542

Del Prados Cape Coral Yacht Club 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, Cape Coral 6:30 p.m. 239-574-0807

Naples Art Association-Dinner with Artists Naples Art Association, 585 Park St., Naples October’s featured chef will be Amber Phillips with Sage Catering and the featured artist will be Mario Vitale who will be creating his well-known Zendoodles artwork. $100 per person. www.NaplesArt.org 239-262-6517

Mayhem, Chaos & Confusion awards reception The Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St.,Punta Gorda (Across from Fishermen’s Village) The public is welcome to attend at 5 p.m. 941-6398810, www.VisualArtCenter.org Dan Miller & Lew DelGatto Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 7 p.m. 239-333-2225

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Thursday - 6 continued

11th Annual Becoming Cosmopolitan Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 1st St, Fort Myers The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Fort Myers. Tickets $125 for general admission and $200 for VIP tickets and are available for purchase at www.CommunityCooperative.com

Friday -7 Fleetwood Mac Tribute

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Nick Schnebelan Band Friday & Saturday The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225 Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End Through Nov. 6 Florida Repertory Theatre ArtStage Studio Theatre, 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers 239-332-4488 Two Can Jam The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326 Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Riverside Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Live Music in the Village Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Michael Hirst performs from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Café & musician Chris G from 5-9 p.m. in the center court. 941-575-3007 The Best Man Through Oct. 29 The Laboratory Theater of Florida 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com 239-218-0481 Politikos Opening Reception Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Opening Reception: October 7 from 5-7 p.m.

Gallery Walk and Talk: October 8 from 6-7 p.m.

Member Gallery: MiMi Stirn & Theatre Gallery: Julie Griffin. Exhibiting Oct. 7 – Nov. 5. 239-939-2787 The Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 ACT Gallery exhibit opens Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 First St., For Myers Opening reception for an exhibit featuring a preview of live and silent auction items.

6 - 10 p.m. during Art Walk. 239-337-5050 Art Walk Downtown Fort Myers 6-10 p.m. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com Fantasy and Reality exhibit Reverie & Rock Art Gallery, 1528 Jackson St., Fort Myers Digital surrealism art by Kathy Kuser & concert photos by Jamie Kuser. 6 - 9 p.m. 239-278-5236

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11th Annual Fort Myers Beach Pirate Festival Through Oct. 9 Old San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach Adult entry is $5 (Ages 12+) www.fmbpiratefest.com Dark Art 10 Exhibit Opening Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 1st St, Fort Myers 6 -10 p.m. sbdac.com or 239-333-1933 Contemporary Works in Glass Through Oct. 27 Cape Coral Arts Studio, 4533 Coronado Parkway Opening reception Oct. 7 5 - 7 p.m. 239-574-0802

Saturday -8 The Big Beatles Show

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Art After Dark Crayton Cove, Naples The Galleries of Crayton Cove will feature live music and art by over 30 artists and artisans represented

by Phil Fisher Gallery, Nora Butler Design & Gallery, Earth & Fire, Vintage Charm, Random Acts of Art and Guess-Fisher Gallery. The Galleries of Crayton Cove are located where 8th St. S. and 12th Ave. S. meet at the flagpole by the Bay. 6 – 9 p.m. www.GalleriesOfCraytonCove.com SoCo Second Saturday Event SoCo Cultural District, Fort Myers south of Colonial Boulevard, 5 p.m., arts-oriented activities. www.socoswfl.com Dazzling DelRays The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326 GreenMarket Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Musicians, fun activities for kids, gardening classes and live cooking. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787 Saturday Art Walk Downtown Fort Myers 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com Tona Wong The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Michael Hirst Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 5-9 p.m. 941-575-3007 Peter Frampton Raw - An Acoustic Tour Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples 8 p.m. 239-597-1111 Cape Coral Bike Night SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral Motorcycle enthusiasts can get together and listen to live bands, eat great food, and just have fun.

5 - 10 p.m. www.CapeBikeNight.com 239-573-3128 Politikos Gallery Walk and Talk with Doug MacGregor Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 6 - 7 p.m. 239-939-2787 The Ultimate Doo Wop Show Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 3350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers 8 p.m. 239-481-4849

The Sunset Celebration - Manipulators Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 Gulfshore Playhouse presents Constellations Through Oct. 30 The Norris Center, 755 8th Street, Naples 239-261-7529 ACMA concert - Rod MacDonald All Faiths Unitarian Church, 2756 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Doors 6:30 p.m., show 7 p.m., $10-$15 donation.

Joe Virga opens. 239-691-4069 www.americanacma.org

Michael Hirst Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 941-575-3007 Earth-scapes exhibit reception Shangri-La Springs, 27750 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs Featuring artists Jim Freeman & Gareth Rockliffe 6 - 9 p.m. 239-949-0749 The Naples Players: Rocky Horror Show Through Nov. 6 Sugden Community Theatre, 701 5th Ave. S, Naples 239-263-7990

Rocker Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454

Brian Lowe The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Join fellow acoustic music lovers in the Foulds Theatre for three hours of great live music by bands from SW Florida and beyond. $10. Doors open at 1 p.m. 239-939-2787

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

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Sunday -9 Bluegrass in the Theatre

Jazz Brunch-Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers Music 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-333-2225 Brylcream Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454 Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Monday - 10 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale

Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007 Woodwind and Piano Trios Faculty & Guest Artist Series Concert U. Tobe Recital Hall, Music Building; FGCU 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for the general public and $7 for students and are available online at www.fgcu.edu/CAS/BSMA Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Tuesday - 11 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale

Thursday - 13 Bob Seger/Billy Joel/Cher/Lady Gaga Tribute Dan Miller & Lew DelGatto Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 7 p.m. 239-333-2225 Scotty Bryan Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 Evening on 5th 5th Avenue South, Naples Enjoy live music, shopping, dining, dancing on fabulous 5th Avenue South. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. www.FifthAvenueSouth.com Evita Through Nov. 19 Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Royal Palm Square, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers 239-278-4422 Singer Paul Roush Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007 Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Friday - 14 Jimmy Buffett Tribute

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

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Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007

Dusk The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Sherrie McCune The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Princess and Pearl The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Mark Telesca Band Friday & Saturday The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225

Wednesday - 12 Brian Markley Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 Symphony Orchestra Concert U. Tobe Recital Hall, Music Building, FGCU Campus Free, 7:30 p.m. www.fgcu.edu

Bad Banditos Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Lonestar The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers Doors open at 7 p.m. 239-985-9839

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Live Music in the Village Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Michael Hirst from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Café & Singer Dan Meadows performs 5-9 p.m. in the center court. 941-575-3007 Mystery Walk Downtown Fort Myers New theme each event. 6 - 10 pm. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com Theatre Conspiracy presents The Taming Through Oct. 30 Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 239-939-2787 The Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 Punkin’palooza Through Oct. 16 Fleamasters Fleamarket, 4135 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers Pumpkin patch, pony rides, pumpkin & face painting. Family-friendly activities, shopping and free entertainment. 9 am - 5 pm. www.fleamall.com

The Sunset Celebration - John Allender Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 Humane Society Naples’ 2nd annual Bow Wow Brunch The Continental on 3rd Street South in Naples This year's theme is “Havana Good Time” which promises a casual, fun atmosphere and attendees are encouraged to dress in Cuban-inspired attire.

Dogs are invited too. $35 advance, $40 day of event. www.HSNaples.org Dennis DeYoung and the music of Styx with the Naples Philharmonic Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples 8 p.m. 239-597-1111 Tona Wong The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 GreenMarket Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Musicians, fun activities for kids, gardening classes and live cooking. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787

Noteworthy Concert: The Good Bad Kids Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 1st St, Fort Myers Featuring new, local craft brewery Millennial Brewing Co. Doors open 7 p.m. & Show starts 8 p.m. Tickets $10. 239-333-1933

Kool & the Gang Seminole Casino Hotel, Immokalee 8 p.m., outdoor show www.moreinparadise.com

Martin & Lewis Tribute Through Oct. 16 Cultural Park Theater 528 Cultural Park Boulevard, Cape Coral 239-772-5862

Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples 2 - 4 p.m. 239-597-3240

Comic Fest Fort Myers Regional Library Noon - 4 p.m. 239-479-4636

Saturday - 15 Journey/Bon Jovi Tribute The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Deb & the Dynamics The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326 George Moss Duo Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 5-9 p.m. 941-575-3007 ACMA concert All Faiths Unitarian Church, 2756 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Doors 6:30 p.m., show 7 p.m., $10-$15 donation.

Peggy & Emery Williams, The Doctor & Dave.

239-691-4069 www.americanacma.org High Tide Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Artists@Work Series Palm Frond Weaving with Shawn Holiday Edison Mall, 4125 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers All Ages Welcome! free! 1 - 3 p.m. 239-939-1933 Cape Coral Brewtober Craft Beer Festival Sun Splash Family Waterpark 400 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, Florida 33991 www.BREWTOBERcc.com 4 - 8 p.m. 239-549-6900 Fall for the Arts Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers This annual free family festival features live performances, games, arts and crafts stations, food trucks, face painting and more. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Sunday - 16 Naples Concert Band

Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Top Shelf Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454 Jazz Brunch-Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers Music 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-333-2225 Chamber and University Choirs Concert U. Tobe Recital Hall, Music Building, FGCU Campus This concert is free and open to the public. 3 p.m. www.fgcu.edu

Monday - 17 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale

Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Performs noon - 3 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Cafe. 941-575-3007 Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 A Conversation with Mina Edison Fort Myers Regional Library Meeting Room, 1651 Lee St. 6:30 p.m. free. Sponsored by Friends of the Fort Myers Library & Edison Ford Winter Estates. 239479-4636 www.fortmyersfriends.org

Tuesday - 18 Jason Isbell, Josh Ritter

Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 3350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers 7 :30 p.m. 239-481-4849 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Performs noon - 3 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Cafe. 941-575-3007

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Tuesday - 18 continued Sherrie McCune The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Princess and Pearl The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Wednesday - 19 Michael Hirst Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 941-575-3007 Brian Markley Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 Brian Lowe The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Thursday - 20 Customer Appreciation Evening Retro Rock N Roll Revival Dance Band Featuring the Blu-Tones The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Kenny Neal The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 7 p.m. 239-466-8326 O.A.R. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 3350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers 7:30 p.m. 239-481-4849 Dan Miller & Lew DelGatto Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 7 p.m. 239-333-2225 Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Punta Gorda Gallery Walk Downtown Punta Gorda , Punta Gorda 5 - 8 p.m. 941-505-0130 New Voices Faculty & Guest Artist Series Concert U. Tobe Recital Hall, Music Building 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 for general public and $7 for students. www.fgcu.edu/CAS/BSMA Paul Roush Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee 941-575-3007 Elgar’s Romantic Cello Concerto Through Oct. 21 Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples 8 p.m. 239-597-1111

Friday - 21 Motown Magic by Greg Miller

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Wind Orchestra and Symphonic Band Eagle Family Expo on Holmes Plaza in front of Lutgert Hall, FGCU Campus Free. 8 p.m. www.fgcu.edu Jerry Lewis SW Florida Performing Arts Center 11515 Bonita Beach Road, suite 101, Bonita Springs 7 p.m. 239-389-6901 Rockin Horse The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326 Sean Chambers Band The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225 Florida International Air Show Through Oct. 23 28000 Airport Road, Punta Gorda Aircraft demos, various aircraft on static display, Friday night fireworks, kids fun zone, food vendors, various specialty foods, products and services on exhibit. Advanced adult tickets $20; Day of event $25 adult; $5 for kids 3-12. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. facebook.com/FloridaAirShow 941-268-0968 Dueling Pianos Show Cape Coral Yacht Club 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, Cape Coral The Midwest Dueling Pianos will have you signing, dancing, cheering and laughing! Cost is $12 for 1 p.m. show and $15 for 7 p.m. show. 239-574-0806 Hester Prynn Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Live Music in the Village Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Michael Hirst from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Café & Singer Jimi Pappas performs 5-9 p.m. in the center court. 941-575-3007 Harbour View Gallery Artist Reception 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, Suite 104.

In the Shops at Cape Harbour, Cape Coral Welcome to newest managing members, Cindy Bastean, Glass Art and Heather Rivera, Jewelry.

6-8 p.m. 239-540-5789 Fall Masquerade Ball Lake Kennedy Senior Center 400 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral Lake Kennedy welcomes you to our inaugural Masquerade Ball where everyone will enjoy an evening of dancing, live entertain, dinner, friends, and fun! BYOB. Pre-registration required. $18 per member/ $23 per non-member. Dinner included.

7 p.m. 239-574-0575

Third Thursday on Third Third Street South, Naples Musical performance by Michelle Lambert in the Fleischmann Courtyard. 5 - 8 p.m. 239-649-6707

Oktoberfest 2016 Oct. 21 - 23 German American Social Club, Cape Coral 2101 SW Pine Island Rd , Cape Coral Plenty of food, beverages, carnival area for the kids featuring rides and games, hand made crafts, Vendors, exhibitors, live music. www.capecoraloktoberfest.com

Scotty Bryan Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

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Junie B. Jones Through Nov. 18 Broadway Palm Dinner Children’s Theatre Royal Palm Square, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers 239-278-4422 The Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 Music Walk Downtown Fort Myers 6 - 10 p.m. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com The Dessert-Comedy Show Opera Naples Theater 2408 Linwood Ave. Naples Starring professional comedian Taylor Mason Featuring a delicious dessert buffet 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) 239-719-0727 Purchase tickets, at www.myfairway.info.

Art & Poetry Networking Event Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 1st St, Fort Myers Gulf Coast Leisure presents Art & Poetry Networking Events, showcasing the best art and poetry Southwest Florida has to offer $10, 8 p.m..

239-333-1933 or 239-896-0654 Sawyer Brown The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers Doors open at 7 p.m. 239-985-9839 Charlotte Players present Wife Begins at 40 Through Oct. 30 Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte 941-255-1022

Saturday - 22 Del Prados

The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 River Fest Liles Hotel Plaza at Riverside Park, 27300 Old US 41, Bonita Springs Registration begins at 1 p.m. for the races. Imperial River Challenge river race begins at 2 p.m. Kids area includes petting zoo, pony rides and more.

Pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating contest, rubber duck race and fish fry. Kids activities are free.

Live music and refreshments. Food will be served until 8 p.m. 239-949-6262

5th Annual Brew-Ha-Ha Craft Beer Festival Mercato, 9132 Strada Place, Naples Craft beer enthusiasts will tap in to over 60 brews to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida. Live music by Rockin’ Horse.

Gates at 5 p.m. with unlimited beer tastings available until 8 p.m. Tickets $35 advance at www.brewhahamercato.com or $40 at the gate.

Jimi Pappas Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 5-9 p.m. in the center court. 941-575-3007 Naples Artcrafters - Fine Art & Craft Show Cambier Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.naplesartcrafters.com Tona Wong The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 GreenMarket Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Musicians, fun activities for kids, gardening classes and live cooking. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787 Joe Marino The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Sunday - 23 Rotary Club of Fort Myers 8th Annual Italian Fest Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 239-332-8158 Jazz Brunch-Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers Music 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-333-2225 Naples Big Band Concert in the Park The Cambier Park Bandshell 698 6th Avenue South, Naples 2 - 4 p.m. www.FifthAvenueSouth.com Mary Chapin Carpenter Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 3350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers 7 p.m. 239-481-4849

Art reception - Carrie Keller Lorne’s Gallery, Tarpon Point Marina, Cape Coral 5-8 p.m. 239-945-0866

Dueling Pianos Show Cape Coral Yacht Club 5819 Driftwood Pkwy, Cape Coral Tickets $15. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase before and during the event. BYOB welcome. 7 p.m. 239-574-0806

Bridget Kelly Band The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225

Hipnauticals Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454

Car Cruise-In Downtown Fort Myers 4 - 8 p.m. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com

Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

ACMA concert - Twin Kennedy All Faiths Unitarian Church, 2756 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Doors 6:30 p.m., show 7 p.m., $10-$15 donation.

Bill Fields opens. 239-691-4069 www.americanacma.org The Good Bad Kids Artis—Naples 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. 239-597-1111

Monday - 24 Food for Thought:

Feeding the Mind, Body and Soul Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, Fort Myers Fort Myers native Haely Jardas, the 2015 Miss District of Columbia, will be the keynote speaker at the "Food for Thought: Feeding the Mind, Body and Soul" symposium, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 239-267-1777

The Sunset Celebration - Remedy Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Deb and The Dynamics Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454

Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. 941-575-3007

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Tuesday - 25 Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale

Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Performs Noon - 3 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Cafe. 941-575-3007 Baroque Chamber Orchestra Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples Naples Philharmonic and Philharmonic Women's Chorus. 6 p.m. 239-597-1111 Sherrie McCune The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Princess and Pearl The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Wednesday - 26 Exhibit openers “In the Night” (Phillips Gallery) and “Neil Walling – Inspiration: Being Moved by God’s Creation” (Founders Gallery) BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel Exhibits are free of charge and open to the public.

Exhibits run through Nov. 26. 239-395-0900 Brian Markley Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 Brian Lowe The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 The Naples Players Presents Outside Mullingar Through Nov. 20 Sugden Community Theatre, 701 5th Avenue South, Naples 239-263-7990 www.naplesplayers.com Art After Hours The Baker Museum 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples A monthly celebration of the arts Enjoy free admission to The Baker Museum the last Wednesday of each month from 6 to 9 pm. A local band offers musical entertainment and audiences are welcome to view the galleries and learn from our docents. 239-597-1111 Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 3350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 239-481-4849 Michael Hirst Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 941-575-3007 It’s Nature’s Way Exhibit Through Dec. 10 Naples Art Association 585 Park Street, Naples www.NaplesArt.org 239-262-6517

Thursday - 27 Scotty Bryan Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 5 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 Michael Banks The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

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Tina Turner/Blues Brothers Show/Disco Tribute The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Live music with Singer Paul Roush Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Noon - 3 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee 941-575-3007 Dan Miller & Lew DelGatto Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 7 p.m. 239-333-2225

Friday - 28 Outdoor Movies Under the Stars

Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Outdoor screening of "Wind Across the Everglades." It will be shown on the Ford lawn.

Gates open 5:30 p.m. 239-334-7419 Over The River and Through The Woods Through Nov. 16 Florida Repertory Theatre 2268 Bay Street, Fort Myers 239-332-4488 TC Carr & Bolts of Blue The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225 Farce of Nature Through Nov. 6 Firehouse Community Theatre, 241 N. Bridge St. LaBelle 863-675-3066 Live Music in the Village Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Michael Hirst from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Café & George Moss Duo performs from 5-9 p.m. in the center court. 941-575-3007 Oktoberfest 2016 Oct. 21 - 23 German American Social Club, Cape Coral 2101 SW Pine Island Rd , Cape Coral Plenty of food, beverages, carnival area for the kids featuring rides and games, hand made crafts, Vendors, exhibitors, live music. www.capecoraloktoberfest.com The Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 The Eagles Tribute Band The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

239-405-8566 Reception for “Neil Walling – Inspiration: Being Moved by God’s Creation” and “In the Night” BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel Reception starts at 5:30 p.m. Reception is open to the public and free of charge. Complimentary wine and cheese served. 239-395-0900 Noteworthy Concert: Strange Arrangement Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 1st St, Fort Myers Strange Arrangement will set the mood for SBDAC's Halloween Bash! Featuring local craft brewery Bury Me Brewing. Doors open 7 p.m. & show starts 8 p.m. $10. 239-333-1933 Pet Walk Downtown Fort Myers 6 p.m. www.fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com

Haunting on the Harbor Through Oct. 31 Downtown Punta Gorda Costume contests, live entertainment, hypnotist, games, not so scary fun house for kids with bounce house, food & beverages. www.puntagordahaunting.com Vinyl Countdown Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Reception for It’s Nature’s Way & Faculty Biennial Exhibits Naples Art Association 585 Park Street, Naples 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. www.NaplesArt.org 239-262-6517 Stonecrab Festival Through Sunday Tin City, Naples 239-595-3962

Monster Mash - Venetian Village 4200 Gulf Shore Blvd N., Naples 1 - 4 p.m. 239-961-2975 Naples Art Association Faculty Biennial Exhibit Through Nov. 26 Naples Art Association 585 Park Street, Naples www.NaplesArt.org 239-262-6517 Rocker Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 The Disco Ball - Annual ACT fine art auction Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers 239-939-2553

Sunday - 30 Michael Banks

The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141 Electric Lipstick The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Saturday - 29 Motown/Santana/Latin Dance Band

Gulf Coast Symphony: Symphony Spooktacular The Music of Disney Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 3350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers At 1 p.m., come dressed as your favorite storybook character for a costume contest and try out the instruments of the orchestra (yes, parents can try them too!) in a Musical Discovery Zone. Then at 2 p.m., we move into the theater for a concert.

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The Stage, 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Dinner seating begins at 5:45 p.m. Show 7:15 p.m.

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Jazz Brunch-Joe Delaney & Brandon Robertson The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers Music 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-333-2225

Alter Ego The Rhythm House 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers 6:30 p.m. 239-466-8326

Costume Contest and Market Stroll Fleamasters Fleamarket 4135 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers The frightful fun begins at 1 p.m. www.fleamall.com

Tona Wong The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Swamp Patio, 239-995-2141

Wang Chamber Music Series Miró String Quartet Artis—Naples 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples 3 p.m. 239-597-1111

GreenMarket Lee County Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Musicians, fun activities for kids, gardening classes and live cooking. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787 Lauren Mitchell Band The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro 2210 Bay St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-2225 The Sunset Celebration - Hester Prynn Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 6 - 10 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 Chris G Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda 5-9 p.m. in the center court. 941-575-3007 ACMA concert - Patchouli All Faiths Unitarian Church, 2756 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers Doors 6:30 p.m., show 7 p.m., $10-$15 donation.

Andy Getch opens. 239-691-4069 www.americanacma.org Community Day and Halloween Concert Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples Come explore the entire Artis—Naples campus, with art and activities for all ages! Free activities include live music, an instrument petting zoo for kids and access to all museum exhibitions and galleries. Come dressed in costume and enjoy Halloween-themed activities. Community Day Activities from noon-3 p.m. & Halloween Concert at 3 p.m. Free. 239-597-1111

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band Cambier Bandshell 755 8th Ave S., Naples 2 - 4 p.m. www.naplesjazzsociety.com 239-263-1113

Monday - 31 The Visual Arts Center Unveiling

The Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St.,Punta Gorda (Across from Fishermen’s Village) Unveiling of large mural, ribbon cutting, libations and preview of artwork in Rebecca Hall, free. Treat yourself to lunch at the Ravenous Rhino food truck in the VAC parking lot. Noon 941-639-8810, www.VisualArtCenter.org.

Fingerstyle Guitarist Drew Gale Fisherman’s Village, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Performs noon - 3 p.m. near Good ‘Ole Days Coffee Cafe. 941-575-3007 Halloween Spooktacular on 5th 5th Avenue South, Naples 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on 5th Avenue South as part of the fall CityFEST celebration. The evening will kick off with kids’ activities from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., including trick-or-treating at 5th Avenue South businesses and the Kid’s Costume Contest. From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. guests will enjoy live music; a street dance; a giant movie screen featuring fun and classic horror cartoons and movies; classic cars on display; and the Adult Costume Contest. Costume Contest registration will be available by visiting www. FifthAvenueSouth.com starting Oct. 1. The cost to register is $10 in advance and $15 the evening of the event.

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