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Calendar of Special Events for Spring 2010
Date
Event/Location
 
Mar
1-31



Guided Canoe Trips - Collier-Seminole State Park, Join a park naturalist down the Blackwater River. Learn about the plants and animals thae make it special. Hear of Seminole survival. 6 years and above $25 per person (our equipment or yours). Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. Reservations required. 239-394-3397. Collier-Seminole State Park is located at 20200 Tamiami Trail East Naples, Florida 34114.
OngoingProtect the Panther. The Florida panther is one of the most endangered animals on Earth, with only 80-100 individuals remaining. Even though the Florida panther is protected by the federal Endangered Species Act, it is quickly losing habitat. In 2008, a record number of panthers – 23 – were killed or found dead, and in just the first month of 2009, three panthers were killed in collisions with cars. Find out more information to provide additional legal protection for the endangered Florida panther.
Mar
1-31
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, Daily Event Times: 10:00: Meet the Keeper Series- Cougars in Panther Glade. 10:30: Meet the Keeper Series: Fosas by Kangaroo Corner. 11:00: Meet the Keeper Series- White Tiger in Tiger Forest. 11:30: Alligator Bay Feeding at Alligator Bay. 12:00: Planet Predator in the Safari Canyon Open-Air Theater. 12:30: Tropical Plant Trek (SUNDAYS). starts outside Safari Canyon. 12:30: Snake Sun Bathing along Shoreline Trail. 1:30: Meet the Keeper: Bears in Black Bear Hammock. 2:30: Serpents: Fangs & Fiction in the Safari Canyon Open-Air Theater. 3:00: Meet the Keeper Series: South African Lions in Lagoon Loop. 3:30: Alligator Bay Feeding at Alligator Bay. 4:00: Meet the Keeper: Leopards at Leopard Rock. 4:30: Meet the Keeper Series: Red River Hogs by African Oasis. 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road Naples.
Daily
Sunset Birding Cruise. All Aboard! Coast Guard certified captains take you on a unique, leisurely adventure aboard a quiet pontoon boat through the mangrove-lines channels of Rookery Bay. During your cruise you may spot pelicans, wading birds and maybe even a dolphin or two which makes this a great spot for nature photography! Discover how the Conservancy was formed in 1964 to protect this beautiful setting. Advance registrations are required. Select one of three cruises and call 239.403.4236 to reserve your seat. 2 hours. Departs 2 hours before sunset (please call ahead)
$30 members/$40 non members.

Mar.
1-31



Hourly Kayak Rentals (Lagoon). Monday – Saturday. 9:00 am- 2:00 pm. Sunday 12 pm – 2 pm. Conservancy of Southwest Florida - Conservancy Nature Center. 1450 Merrihue Drive Naples.
Ongoing

For LOST or FOUND PETS Visit:
http://www.naples-usa.com/lost-pets.htm If you've lost a bird in Florida or elsewhere, visit: 911parrotalert

Mar
1-31



Jazzercise begins in East Naples location, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9 a.m., East Naples Community Park ($10). 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples. Please bring water bottle, towel and mat to class. Walk in class costs $10 and monthly packages are available. Please contact Eileen Doyle 239-285-0027 for more information and pre-registration.
OngoingAdopt a Greyhound, National Site for Greyhounds:
http://www.adopt-a-greyhound.org/
Mar
1-31



Welcome a pet into your life! Visit our shelter or view our adoptable pets online and consider welcoming a new addition to your home. As Collier County's premier no-kill shelter and adoption center, we work hard each and every day to save lives and bring joy to families by facilitating a healthy and happy transition from our shelter to your home. Please stop by or visit today & support our critically important work. View all of our pets online HERE! We are adopting our kittens at Petsmart on Pine Ridge Rd. in Naples.
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/

Mar
1-31

Jazz Jam with Jebry and Friends, Mondays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Island Pub, 600 Neapolitan Way, Naples.

OngoingThe Conservancy's Wildlife Rehabilitation Center (WRC) ) tends to wild animals who have been hurt. Each month, the center receives and cares for more than 100 injured wildlife. In a year, the WRC provides care and nurses back to health nearly 2,500 animals with close to 50 percent being successfully returned to the wild. Patients at the WRC include birds, mammals and reptiles. In addition to its behind-the-scenes hospital for injured animals, permanent residents including owls, hawks, pelicans and a bald eagle are outside for public viewing. If you find an injured animal, please call 239-262-CARE (2273).
Mar
1-31
NTN - Buzztime Trivia - Stevie Tomatos. Play along TV. 5310 Shirley St. Naples. 15215 Collier Blvd # 301, Naples.

Ongoing

Audubon Society. Call for information. 239-643-7822.

Mar.
1-31



The Edge Skatepark, Featuring ramps, rails and pyramids for more skating thrills. Skate Only: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10 AM - 9 PM, Saturday Noon - 9 PM. Bike Only: Monday and Thursday 10 AM - 9 PM, Sunday Noon - 6 PM. Skatepark membership is required to use The Edge facilities. Requires an insurance waiver form, plus a parent or guardian's signature for members under 18 years of age. Helmet, knee, elbow and wrist pads are required at all times. 1600 Fleischmann Blvd Naples. (239) 213-3027.
Ongoing

Southwest Florida Jobs can be found at WorkSWFL.com. Resource for employment in the Southwest Florida Naples, Bonita Springs area. Employers can also post positions.
http://www.workswfl.com/

Mar
1-31

Beginning Jazz Dance Class, Mondays, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Bonita Springs Recreation Center ($50). Bonita Springs Recreation Center, 26740 Pine Avenue, Bonita Springs.

Ongoing
Kowiachobee Animal Preserve, a nonprofit educational and hands-on learning facility at 2861 Fourth Ave. S.E. in Golden Gate Estates, is home to 60-plus animals. They include African spotted and black leopards, panthers, horses, goats, fowl, birds, prairie dogs, etc. Visits to Kowiachobee are arranged by appointment only, Information: 239-352-5387.

Mar
1-31

Yoga Classes - All Levels, Monday & Friday mornings, 8:30 - 10 a.m. with Corey
Monday & Wednesday evenings, 6-7:30 p.m. with DamaDe’. Cost: $15. Journeyman Gallery, 2220 J & C Boulevard, Suite 4, Naples. 239-597-0564

Ongoing
Nautilus Boat Tours offers 90-minute sunset and nature cruises, which both include ecosystem education, from the Vanderbilt Beach Marina, across from the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, into the gulf. Call for availability; reservations recommended. 239-597-4408.

Mar
1-31

SilverSneakers, The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is the nation's leading exercise program exclusively designed for older adults. SilverSneakers® classes are low impact and are appropriate for individuals who may not have exercised in years or for those who exercise on a regular basis. Naples YMCA. Mondays at 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.

Ongoing

Domestic Animal Services Volunteer. Domestic Animal Services, 7610 Davis Blvd, Naples. For ages 15 and older, DAS staff trains you to become a volunteer who will make a lasting difference in animals’ lives. Help market shelter pets to new families and more! Contact: (239) 252-PETS (7387) or visit www.colliergov.net/pets

Mar
1-31

Conservancy - Guided Walks. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 7 days/week.

Ongoing

Swimming Programs - YMCA Swim Lessons, Competitive swim team - Swim Florida, Water Fitness, Masters Swimming, Water Polo, Scuba Classes, Diving Lessons, Pool Parties.
http://www.naples-usa.com/calendar-clubs-and-orgs.htm

Mar.
1-31
NTN - Buzztime Trivia - Stevie Tomatos. Play along TV. 5310 Shirley St. Naples. 15215 Collier Blvd # 301, Naples.
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.
Ongoing
Headquarters Library, 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, offers story times for a variety of age groups at various times. Call for specifics. 593-0870. The branches also offer story times for various age groups. Pre-registration is required. East Naples Branch, 8787 U.S. 41 E., 775-5592. Estates Branch, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W., 455-8088. Golden Gate Branch, 4898 Coronado Parkway, 455-1441. Immokalee Branch, 417 North First St., Immokalee, 657-2882. Marco Island Branch, 210 South Heathwood Drive, Marco Island, 394-3272. Naples Branch, 650 Central Ave., 262-6853. Vanderbilt Beach Branch, 788 Vanderbilt Beach Road, 597-8444.
Mar
2-30
Nature Talks - Naples Preserve, 1690 9th Street North, Naples. A variety of speakers will offer informative and educational talks on topics of special interest to SW Florida. Programs are free.
Enjoy a light lunch with discussion following the presentation. A donation is appreciated. * Eco-Tour scheduled to coordinate with Nature Talk. Tuesdays, 11 a.m.
OngoingCahlua and Cream, Live jazz. Check to see where they're appearing: Schedule.
Mar
2-30
Story Time, Barnes & Noble, 5377 Tamiami Trl N, Naples. Tuesdays at 10 a.m. All ages.
Ongoing
The Double Sunshine - Sightseeing Cruises & Sunset Cruises - Bay Fishing, Deep Sea Fishing. 1-1/2 hours of narrated fascination, designed especially for those interested in the natural beauty, wildlife and history of Naples. We’ll sail beside mangrove islands inhabited by an abundance of bird life including the bald eagle. Dolphin and manatee may thrill you with a playful appearance. The same magical 1-1/2 hour narrated sightseeing cruise departs one hour before sunset, affording you plenty of time to enjoy the splendor of a Naples sunset, as Mother Nature paints the western sky with flaming colors. Sightseeing Departures: 10AM, 12 Noon, 2PM, & 4PM. Sunset Departures: 1 Hour before Sunset. 239.263.4949. $25 Per Person Adults, ½ Price for Children under 12. Tin City, 1200 Fifth Ave S (US 41 E.)
Naples.

Mar
2-31
Live Music, Paddy Murphy's. 457 5th Avenue South, Naples. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Mar
2-31
House Tours of Palm Cottage. Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Palm Cottage - Naples Historical Society ($5 - $8).

Mar
3-28

Sea Turtle Talk, Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, Off of Immokalee Road, Naples. Participants will learn more about the sea turtles' lifestyle and their fight for survival. To register, call 597-6196 or stop by the Ranger Station. Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. For more than one person per vehicle, the charge is $5, $3 for one driver and $1 for those who bike or walk into the park.

Mar
4-25

Business Network International: Neapolitan Networkers Chapter. Thursdays, 7:15 a.m., St. Katherine's Greek Orthodox Church (Free). 7100 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples. For more information and to make a reservation, call 354-3224.
Mar
4-25


Thursdays on Third. Entertainment from 6-9 p.m. up and down Third Street South, Naples. Free. 239-261-8936.

Mar
4-25

Tom DesRochers, Classic rock music from the '70s, '80s and '90s. Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Silver Spoon Cafe - Waterside Shops, 5375 Tamiami Trl N, Naples.

Mar
4-25


Thursday Night Cookout - Artichoke and Company, 4370 Gulf Shore Blvd N # 704, Naples. Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy a taste of Germany every Thursday night as Artichoke & Company serves authentic Rhineland delicacies such as bratwurst, plus hot dogs and a variety of other treats.
Mar
5-26
Munchin' in the Mangroves, Learn about the unique feeding habits of vavrious native fish and invertebrates in the center's 2,300-gallon aquarium as Rookery Bay's naturalist provides their daily meal. Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, 300 Tower Road, Naples. Fridays at 2:30 p.m. Free - $5.

Mar.
5
-26

Sweet Liberty Sailing Tours, Sail to secluded Keewaydin Island aboard the Sweet Liberty, a 53’ catamaran, and enjoy a narrated tour through Naples Bay and two hours of swimming and shelling at secluded Keewaydin. Fridays - 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. To reserve your spot on the Sweet Liberty, call 239.793.3525. The cost is $40 per person, and Conservancy members receive a 10% discount. 'Til April 23.

Mar
5-26

Quiz Night, Thursdays, 8:30 p.m., English Pub - English Pub - Naples, 2408 Linwood Avenue, Naples.

Mar
5-26

Fortune Teller, Bha! Bha! A Persian Bistro, Fridays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. 847 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples. Free.

Mar
5-26

Friday Night Ballroom Dance Party. DanceLife of Southwest Florida, 26251 South Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs. 7:45 p.m. to 10 p.m., ($10).

Mar.
5-26
Dance Party with DJ Danny. Fridays from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. English Pub - Naples, 2408 Linwood Avenue, Naples.
Mar.
5-26
Latin Night. Naples hottest new club, Vision, features a Friday night filled with fun, dancing and drink specials. Fridays from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Vision Nightclub, 11901 North Tamiami Trail, Naples.
Mar.
6-27
Karaoke at the The Pickled Parrot. Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Mar
7-28

Open pool tournament - Breaktime Lounge. 4630 Gulfstream Drive, Naples. Sundays at 6 p.m.

Mar.
7-28


Farmer's Market. Every Saturday and Sunday at the Collier County Fairgrounds. 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM. 751 39th Ave. NE, Naples.
Mar
7-28

Cancervive meeting, Physicians Regional Cafeteria, 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples. Mondays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call Judy Charboneau at 352-0726.

Mar. 11


Evenings at Fifth. Entertainment from 6:30-9:30 p.m. up and down Fifth Ave. South, Naples. Free.
Mar. 20

Sea Turtle Homecoming Festival. 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Naples Pier.
Mar 20

Panther Refuge Open House - Naples Preserve, 1690 9th Street North, Naples. This is the Annual Panther Awareness Event to help the endangered Florida Panther. There will be guided trail walks, swamp buggy rides, presentations and activities. Wear hat, sunscreen, walking shoes, bring water. 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM. $7.00/Person includes snacks.
Mar. 20



Farmer's Market. 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM. Third St. Assoc Open Air Farmers Market. 3rd St. S. (between Broad Ave. & 13th Ave. S.
Mar. 22



USA Dance, Naples Chapter, Dance Party @ DanceLife, Join us for an evening of fun and ballroom dancing. This event is open to members and non-members. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. $10 - $12. 26251 South Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs.
Mar. 23Lecture on the sea turtles in Naples, Monique Krist of the Naples Department of Natural Resources will present a lecture on the sea turtles in Naples. A light lunch will follow. Let us know to expect you. 213-3020. A small donation is accepted for the lunch. 11 a.m. to noon. Free.
Mar.
24-31
"A Doll’s House" - Gulfshore Playhouse. Norris Center. 755 Tamiami 8th Ave., Naples. 8 p.m. Saturday 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Mar. 24




Conservancy - Speaker Series. Wild about Wildlife. 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Conservancy of Southwest Florida - Conservancy Nature Center. 1450 Merrihue Drive Naples. Event is Free for Members at $50 & Above Membership Levels. 239.403.4207.
Mar 24

The Naples Players present "Crazy Mary" 8:00 p.m., Sugden Theatre, Naples. 239-263-7990.

Mar. 25



Favorite Melodies: Classic to Celtic Park, The Philharmonic Center for the Arts. 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Contact: 213-3058. 755 8th Ave S, Naples.
Mar. 26



Naples Townsmen Orchestra and SW FL Big Band, Cambier Park. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Contact: 213-3058. 755 8th Ave S, Naples.
Mar. 27
22nd Annual Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. 5th Avenue South Shopping District
Contact: 262-6517 and 435-3742.
Mar. 27
The Friends of Rookery Bay present the inaugural “Batfish Bash” fundraiser 6:30 p.m.. Enjoy an evening filled with Old Florida style fare and lively musical entertainment. Highlights include a silent auction offering one-of-a-kind experiences and “wild trips” such as shark tagging, a chance to experience a Rookery Bay sunset from the new Pedestrian bridge over Henderson Creek, and tours of the aquarium exhibits and art gallery. Tickets are $150 per person with proceeds benefiting environmental research projects, youth science education programs and community outreach. The event will be held at The Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Road, Naples. Call 262-0750 for details.
Mar. 27
Gulf Coast Runners - Beach Run, 7:30 AM-8:30 AM. Lowdermilk Park BEACH
Contact 331-6750.
Apl. 1,2




Registration for Summer Eco-Camp 2010. "Step Outside" and "WOW! Wonders of Wildlife" provide exciting adventures for 2010 campers. These award winning summer day camps are open to graduates of kindergarten through eighth grade. The week-long camps feature fun, exciting field trips, encounters with live birds of prey, reptiles, and sea creatures, crafts, games and plenty of hands-on exploration. Early bird registration for Conservancy members is April 1st, while general camp registration begins April 2nd. 239.262.0304, ext. 266 with any questions. Camp dates are June 14 - 23. More Info.
Apl. 16



Naples City Improv. 8:00pm, Join the Naples City Improv Players. Norris Community Center, 755 8th Ave. S., Naples.
Apl. 17



Earth Day Festival 2010. During the event, shop for locally-grown and organic foods at the Farmer’s Market, enjoy music, native plant sales, special programs, environmental exhibits, face painting, prizes, kids’ activities and more! Presented by Fifth/Third Bank. Saturday April 17, 2010, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Conservancy Nature Center. 239.403.4207.
Apl. 21



Dining for Wildlife. Each year the Conservancy of Southwest Florida promotes Dining for Wildlife, a fundraising benefit for the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. This benefit gives southwest Florida residents and restaurateurs’ the opportunity to creatively contribute to an exceptional cause. 239.325.2670.
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