Here are your Weekend Vibes, What's Happening In Southwest Florida Nov 11-13.
(Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)There are quite a few events for Hurricane Ian recovery and relief this weekend and many of them surround live music. Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers is hosting a concert featuring the Gulf Coast Symphony. Proceeds benefit the SWFL Emergency Relief Fund. If you plan on attending think about grabbing a non-perishable food item for hurricane survivors. In addition, you can help our furry friends. If you attend this concert, you can also bring some pet food to donate.
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Numerous events have been canceled or postponed in wake of Hurricane Ian. Find out which ones by clicking here. The Naples Fine Art Shows one of those annual event that has had to make a few changes and location is one of them. This weekends art show's location has been moved from the Italian-American Club of Naples. This year it is at Collier County’s 180-acre multipurpose Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Parking is free and there is plenty of space so if you want to bring kids and dogs, go for it.
And did someone say Santa Clause? The big guy makes an appearance in Punta Gorda this weekend.
One more thing, please remember that events on your calendar and even those listed here can always change. We are living in a very fluid world right now. It never hurts to call ahead or even check the social media sites related to these events so you can confirm.
Finally, if you have the means, the energy, and the desire to do so, please support the local businesses that are up and running. And perhaps some of these events will help you if you are looking for a place to give back. Finally, if you have any additional events to share, email them to me here, gina@sunny1063.com.
Enjoy some Weekend Vibes, What's Happening In Southwest Florida Nov 11-13.
Naples Fine Art Show
The Naples Fine Art Show has found a new home, as Hot Works Fine Art Shows has moved to Paradise Coast Sports Complex, just north of the intersection of SR 951 and I-75. The show is Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. There is an optional donations support the Institute for the Arts & Education.
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A Chorus Line
It's the closing weekend for A Chorus Line at Broadway Palm Dinner Theater on Colonial Blvd in Fort Myers.
Hurricane Ian Relief Concert
This concert is presented by the Gulf Coast Symphony Sunday at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers. Show begins at 7 p.m.
Lighting the Village
Fisherman's Village in Punta Gorda reopened last week and plans to go forward with this annual event. The village official gets its holiday lights this weekend. The opening event is Saturday, at a new location, THE BEACH at Sunset Beach Club. Music is planned and Santa is said to be on the guest list too.
Admission is free but organizers are collecting toiletries, canned goods, other non-perishable food items and unwrapped toys to help with Hurricane Ian recovery missions.
Golden Fest
This is for dog lovers, all breads are welcomed but its the Golden Retrievers who get the spotlight with all kinds of competitions. It's at the Shell Factory in North Fort Myers on Sunday from 10- 2 Free.
