Welcome to Calendar of Events
Naples, Bonita Springs Florida
Groups and Regularly Scheduled Monthly Events
Date
Event/Location
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OngoingAdopt a Greyhound, retired racing
Greyhounds become wonderful pets. Greyhound Adoption Kennel, North Fort Myers: 731-3187 or www.greyhoundadoptionkennel.com.
Joey's Greyhound Friends, Cape Coral: 549-7693 or joeysgreyhoundfriends.org.
Second Chance for Greyhounds, Fort Myers: 454-0880 or secondchanceforgreyhounds.org.
Sundays Singles Golf Club For men and women over age 55, with golf handicaps under 36. Meets Sunday mornings for golf at area courses. Call 498-8898 or 597-7349.
Sundays Catholic Singles, ages 20-30, 8 p.m. Sundays, at Barnes & Noble Cafe, 5377 U.S. 41 N., Naples; 272-5433 or 598-9847.
Daily




Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park. 11100 Gulfshore Drive, Naples, 239-597-6196.
This park's mile-long stretch of white sugar sand has been rated as one of the best beaches in the nation. The beach is popular for sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, snorkeling, and picnicking. Fishing at the beach along Wiggins Pass, where swimming is not allowed, is another popular activity. Boaters can launch their vessels into Water Turkey Bay and travel to the Gulf or up the Cocohatchee River. Kayakers can enjoy paddling through estuaries; scuba divers can explore the hard bottom reef in the Gulf. NOTE: To avoid overcrowding during the busy winter season, the park closes its gates when it reaches maximum capacity. Located in North Naples five miles west of I-75-exit 111. Admission is $5.00 for up to 8 people per car, or the single occupant vehicle entrance fee is $3.00.The park is open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
OngoingHumane Society's Adoption Center, 370 Airport-Pulling Road North in Naples. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You'll always find a wide selection of pets, and all of them have had a medical exam, testing and treatments when necessary. Included in the adoption price is the pet's current vaccinations, sterilization surgery, county license, ID microchip and a 14-day health guarantee.
Telephone (239) 643-1555.
www.collierhumanesoc.org/
View Pets Online: www.petfinder.org/
Sundays-
Saturdays		Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary April 11-Sept. 30: 7 AM to *7:30 PM. Oct. 1-April 10: 7 AM to *5:30 PM. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is located northeast of Naples, Florida, in Collier County. It is at the end of Sanctuary Road West, north of Immokalee Road (County Road 846), approximately 15 miles east of Exit 111 on I-75.
Sundays-
Saturdays		Conservancy of Southwest Florida - Explore a 14-acre oasis in the heart of downtown. The Naples Nature Center offers hands-on exhibits, guided electric boat tours, a Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, nature trails and a Nature Store. Presentations on snakes, turtles, coastal environments, sea shells and other environmental topics are offered daily. The Environmental Education Division fosters conservation awareness through school programs, field trips, special events and an annual summer camp program. Website.
DailyNaples Crystal Ballroom, 4000 Bayshore Drive, Suite - D, Naples, 239-775-5217, Open Dance every night of the week from 8:30 – 11:30 Monday through Thursday, 8:30 – 12:00 Friday through Saturday, Group classes daily from 7:30 to 8:30 .
Mondays-
Saturdays		Bridge Club of Southwest Florida, duplicate bridge, bridge, open games 1 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. 8793 Tamiami Trail East - #118, Naples; Call Jane Garrett at 353-6776 or the club if you need a partner.

Sundays-
Saturdays

Naples Pier, The historic Naples Pier is located on the Gulf of Mexico at the West end of 12th Avenue South. A favorite location of fishermen, the Naples Pier features a concession stand and bait shop, and fishing from the pier does not require a fishing license, as the City of Naples has purchased a bulk fishing license for the pier. The beach at the pier also features volleyball nets, and is one of the best places to catch a spectacular Naples sunset.

Mondays-
Saturdays		Weight Watchers Meetings. Check for meetings in Naples:

Mondays,
Thursdays

Naples Tennis and Singles Social Mixer, doubles tennis at 5:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays with mixer, Veterans Park, 1900 Immokalee Road; 348-2645.

Mondays,
Fridays		Bonita Springs Chorus, Five-part-harmony chorus that puts on free concerts during the winter season. No experience necessary. Meets 10 a.m. Mondays and 12:30 p.m. Fridays at First United Methodist Church, Bonita Springs. Call 947-1017.
Mondays,
Fridays		Mothers of Marco, play group, 10 a.m. Mondays, story time 10 a.m. Fridays at Mackle Park, Marco Island, for infants to 5 years old. Business meeting 6 p.m. second Monday. 394-9453.
Monday-
Saturday		Conservancy of Southwest Florida - canoe and kayak rentals Canoe and kayak rentals are available at the Conservancy Monday through Saturday beginning at 9 AM - 11 AM.
1st Tuesday


Princeton Club of Southwest Florida, luncheon, noon first Tuesday, Northern Trust Bank, 375 Fifth Ave. S.; 262-5560.
1st Tuesday

Singles Together, 6:00 p.m. first Tuesday, Ministry Center, 615 Seagate Drive, 592-7885.
1st Tuesday


Zonta Club: Naples, Luncheon meeting, noon first Tuesday, Hilton Naples and Towers. 434-7877.
TuesdaysNaples Preserve, The Discovery Club Come to the Naples Preserve for a great afternoon of nature discovery, arts and crafts, and science projects. Use microscopes, magnifying glasses, binoculars and digital cameras. Very popular program for youngsters 7 - 11 years. Tuesdays 3:30 - 5:00 pm. Next sessions are: 3/6 - 4/17 and 4/24 - 5/29. $55/R $65/NR. Register at Fleischmann Park Community Center, 1600 Fleischmann Blvd. 213-3020.
Tuesdays
First Friday,
Third Friday

Naples Italian American Club, 7035 Airport-Pulling Road N., mah jongg luncheon, 10:30 a.m. first Friday; mah jongg, 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 597-5210 or 571-3692.

Tuesdays-Saturdays Habitat for Humanity Builds homes for families in need throughout Lee County, Seeks volunteers for home construction sites throughout the area. No experience needed; volunteers must be at least 14 years old. Construction sites are open Tuesday through Saturday. Volunteers are also needed to work in the office as well as the Thrift Store in North Fort Myers. Call 652-0434, ext. 214 or 209.

1st Tuesday,
3rd Tuesday
4th Monday
4th Tuesday

MOMS Club, Naples Gulf, for stay-at-home moms and preschool-age children, 9:30 a.m. first Tuesday at Fleischmann Park, 1300 Fleischmann Blvd.; 430-9171. Central Naples, 10 a.m. fourth Tuesday at Vineyards Community Center; 598-9775; North Naples, 10 a.m., fourth Monday, Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W., 455-1096 or DPrunier@swfla.rr.com ; Naples South Coast, 10 a.m., third Tuesday, Fleishmann Park Community Center; 455-8458.
Tuesdays

Recovery, Inc., a self-help mental health program, 5:30 P.M. St. William's Catholic Church, Activity Building, 750 Seagate Drive. Contact: (561) 642-1722.

Wednesdays
Southwest Florida Swing Club, classes, Honky Tonk Dance Club, 6062 James Lane, Naples, 239-513-9336. Dances weekly each Wednesday at 7.00 p.m. with Lessons, Swing.
Wednesdays
Singles of Bonita, dancing and socializing, Meets 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Fusion Bar and Grill, Bonita Springs. Activities include weekly gatherings, sunset beach parties, golf, tennis and trips. 597-4317.
1st ThursdayNaples Newcomers, 11:30 a.m. first Thursday; 455-3557 or 653-9585.
Ongoing
Drop Off Old Cell Phones to Help Animals! Recycle by dropping them off at the gift shop at Naples Zoo. Drop Off Times: Phones can be dropped off at the Zoo 7 days a week during normal zoo hours from 9:30 to 5:30 in The ZOO Gift Shop. Zoo admission is not required. 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road. (239) 262-5409.
1st ThursdayNeighborhood Watch of Naples-Collier County, 7 p.m. first Thursday, Sheriff's Training Quarters, Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology, 3702 Estey Ave., Building 6, Room 109; 262-4144.
ThursdaysSingles Network of Naples, happy hour and dancing, happy hour and dancing 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fusions; 877-2029.
ThursdaysNaples International Chess Club, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway; 348-3766.
1st Friday

The Naples Singles Meetup, The Naples Singles Group is an active fun loving group for people who are divorced, single, or widowed. We will meet at least once a month for activities and adventures. Fridays, 7:15 PM. Where? NOODLES, 1585 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples, Naples. (239) 592-0050.
website

1st Friday

Greater Naples Illini, noon first Friday, Collier Athletic Club, 710 Goodlette-Frank Road N.; 596-6274.

Fridays

Gourmet Singles Supper Club,Open to single men and women with an affinity for dining out. Meets Fridays for dinner at restaurants in Collier and Lee counties. Call 332-8191.

Fridays

Mensa, Open to those who pass IQ tests showing them in the top 2 percent of the population. Testing dates are scheduled periodically. Hosts regular Friday Forums with speakers, film screenings and more. Events are typically open to the public. Call 591-4565.

Fridays and/ or SaturdaysGourmet Singles Supper Club, dining in fine restaurants, 7 p.m. Fridays and/or Saturdays; 775-6030 or (239) 332-8191.
SaturdaysNaples Walking Club, 5K walk, 7 a.m. Saturdays, Perkins Family Restaurant, 4255 U.S. 41 N., Kmart Plaza; 514-5514.
SaturdaysChildren's dance camp, 11 a.m., Saturdays, 849 Seventh Ave. S., Suite 202; 261-5651.
1st SaturdayLadies, Let's Go Fishing, Naples Chapter, first Saturday; 592-6477.
2nd TuesdayCivil War Roundtable, William T. Martin Chapter of Naples, second Tuesday of the month at the Naples Public Library, East meeting room, 650 Central Avenue at 7:00 p.m. sharp! Meetings conclude at 8:55 p.m. Contact Carl A. Hedin for more information: 793-4809.
2nd WednesdayGulf Coast Sailing Club, 6:30 p.m. second Wednesday, Gulf Coast Inn, 2555 U.S. 41 N; 248-4735.
2nd WednesdayUniversity of Notre Dame Alumni, noon second Wednesday, Collier Athletic Club, 262-4844.
 Conservancy of Southwest Florida -Every year a dedicated team of volunteers help the Conservancy carry out its mission to protect Southwest Florida’s natural environment. If you’d like to join this exceptional team please complete a Volunteer Application (see link). When received, the Volunteer Manager will invite you to attend the next scheduled Orientation class held at the Conservancy’s Nature Center. For more information, call 239-262-0304.
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